Reported 7 months ago
The 'persistent front' continues to linger over the northern sea area, leading to strong convective developments in the afternoon. Meteorologist Wu Derong warns of the 6th day of localized 'heavy thunderstorms' or 'heavy rain' occurring, with warnings of severe weather conditions including thunderstorms, strong winds, and heavy rain associated with convective developments in the afternoons and sometimes extending into the night. He also advises vigilance against the threat of landslides, rockfalls, and debris flows from the accumulated rainfall in mountainous areas.
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Reported 7 months ago
San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle humorously shared how he hazed rookie quarterback Brock Purdy when he first joined the team by placing an Iowa Football shirt in his locker, despite both players attending rival Iowa schools. Kittle enjoys bonding with teammates through playful pranks and trash talk, and despite the initial hazing, Kittle and Purdy have formed a strong friendship on and off the field.
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Reported 7 months ago
On June 12, 2024, at 6:54 PM, Tzu Chi volunteers in Maputo, the capital of Mozambique, provide monthly hot meals for the elderly and orphans in the community, sourcing ingredients from the Tzu Chi Farm. The recent meal distribution also involved Tzu Chi volunteer Zhu Guanhao from New York, who experienced the unique warmth of Tzu Chi volunteers in Africa.
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Reported 7 months ago
The Central Weather Bureau issued a heavy rain advisory for six counties and cities due to the influence of the southwest wind, warning of short periods of intense rainfall in the southern areas below Yunlin today, with chances of localized heavy rain, thunder, and strong gusts. Additionally, an immediate thunderstorm warning was issued for Tainan City and Kaohsiung City, emphasizing the risks of thunder, lightning, heavy rain, strong winds, and potential hail, affecting outdoor activities and traffic safety, especially in mountainous areas prone to landslides and debris flows.
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Reported 7 months ago
On June 12, 2024 at 6:52 PM, Tzu Chi's compassionate actions were showcased in Taiwan, where a pair of siblings in Kaohsiung, afflicted with intellectual disabilities and autism, faced difficulties after their mother's passing. With no one to clean their home, making it nearly impassable, Tzu Chi volunteers stepped in to assist them.
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Reported 7 months ago
Elon Musk, founder of SpaceX, has been accused of engaging in sexual relationships with at least three female employees and pressuring them into having children for him by withholding raises and criticizing their work performance; however, a former SpaceX intern who had a relationship with Musk during her internship later climbed the corporate ladder and was even taken on a vacation by Musk to Sicily. The accusations also include promises of buying horses and requests for having children based on high intelligence, with Musk's president Gwynne Shotwell alleging inappropriate action from an intern who became involved with her husband. Musk and Shotwell have not responded to these allegations, with Shotwell criticizing reports as misleading and not reflective of SpaceX's corporate culture.
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Reported 7 months ago
In the early hours of June 13th, a fire broke out in a residential building in Yongshou Road, Tucheng District, New Taipei City, resulting in 3 casualties. The blaze on the 4th floor led to the death of a 20-year-old man and critically injured a man and a woman who later succumbed to their injuries. The cause of the fire is still under investigation, with firefighters managing to control and extinguish the flames after a strenuous rescue operation involving 136 personnel and 50 vehicles.
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Reported 7 months ago
After achieving over 240 million in box office sales, the animated film 'Volleyball Boys!! Land vs. Trash' will be released in Taiwan with a Chinese dubbed version this Friday, catering to elementary school parents and teachers' demands for private screenings. Additionally, the popular extra 'Haikyu!! Land vs. Trash: The Path of the Ball' will also have a Traditional Chinese version. The release aims to surpass the box office success of 'Your Name' and 'Journey of the Bell Sprout,' potentially becoming the third highest-grossing Japanese film in Taiwanese box office history.
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Reported 7 months ago
On the 'Today in History' segment of Da Ai TV on June 12, 2024, at 6:48 PM, they look back on events from June 13. In 2004, Tzu Chi Medical Association and volunteers held a medical clinic at the Pingtung Care Center for the first time, providing medical care with love and patience to help those with disabilities. In 2019, a Filipino youth with a large facial tumor sought medical treatment across the sea. The medical team from Hualien Tzu Chi Hospital spent nearly 20 hours performing a marathon surgery to remove the tumor, save his life, reconstruct his appearance, and give him a new lease on life.
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Reported 7 months ago
Amid the Hollywood contraction, an acting coach warns against falling for programs promising secrets on booking roles as the industry faces a scarcity of jobs. Factors like the pandemic, SAG/AFTRA strike, and streaming growth have led to a decrease in auditions and roles. The coach emphasizes the importance of staying informed, vetting experts, and joining reputable acting classes to navigate the challenging industry landscape.
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Reported 7 months ago
On Thursday, Asian stocks and currencies experienced fluctuations as investors analyzed the impact of the Federal Reserve rate decision and US consumer price data. Despite Fed officials retracting their rate cut forecasts, strategists anticipate equities and dollar-denominated bonds to benefit. Currencies like the Indonesian rupiah and South Korean won are expected to perform well in a risk-on environment. The Fed’s decision is seen as supportive for risk assets due to the positive inflation data and lower rates forecast, with Asian bonds remaining attractive diversifiers for global portfolios.
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Reported 7 months ago
The impact of oils on health is significant, with nutritionist Cai Zhengliang recommending that consuming plant oils with high Omega-6 content, such as sunflower oil, corn oil, grape seed oil, and peanut oil, can lead to inflammation in the body. To prevent this, Cai suggests using flaxseed oil or perilla oil as the best options, followed by canola oil or salad oil, and supplementing with nuts like walnuts. Using oils with a high Omega-3 content for cooking can help mitigate inflammation, as consuming oils high in Omega-6 may lead to the production of inflammatory mediators linked to chronic diseases like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, and obesity. Cai advises against using single plant oils for cooking and recommends using mixed blended oils for an economical way to achieve a healthier oil balance in the diet.
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Reported 7 months ago
DenKa, also known as the 'South Hemisphere Queen,' was criticized for having a small chest on social media, leading her to respond with frustration and blocking the commenter. Netizens supported her straightforward nature and advised her to show her strength in handling such comments. DenKa has a history of being candid, even joking about feeling overweight in the past. Despite such criticisms, she remains confident in her body image and continues to engage with her fans online.
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Reported 7 months ago
A college student in Taichung was waiting for a bus at a bus stop on the morning of June 11 when a woman, who had just gotten off the bus, suddenly slapped the student seven times and pulled her hair. This incident came after a previous random assault on the Taichung MRT in May. The aggressive woman was subdued by passersby and arrested by the police, with the student calling for measures to handle such dangerous individuals and warning public transportation users to stay vigilant.
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Reported 7 months ago
Norway has recently discovered a valuable rare earth element deposit, making it not only the largest known deposit in Europe but also a rare earth source independent of China's control, challenging China's dominance in the rare earth market. Situated in Norway's southeast Fen carbonatite area, the deposit contains 8.8 million tonnes of rare earth oxide with promising economic prospects. These rare earth elements, especially ones related to magnets, are crucial for electric vehicles and wind turbines. With China currently dominating the rare earth market, this discovery provides a beneficial contribution to diversifying the global rare earth supply chain.
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Reported 7 months ago
The World Bank has increased its global economic growth forecast for this year to 2.6%, primarily due to the strong growth of the U.S. economy. However, the World Bank also warns that climate change, war, and high debt issues will jeopardize poverty-ridden countries with the majority of the world's population. While the U.S. economic growth forecast was raised from 1.6% to 2.5%, growth predictions for countries in Sub-Saharan Africa, the Middle East, and North Africa were lowered. The World Bank Chief Economist stated that although the global economy is stabilizing beyond expectations, it still lags behind pre-pandemic levels, especially for the smallest and poorest economies. China's economic growth forecast for 2024 was raised to 4.8%, while Japan's was lowered to 0.7%. The Eurozone's forecast remained at 0.7% due to high energy costs and weak industrial output. The World Bank highlighted the risks brought by weak global trade, predicting the five years from 2020 to 2024 to be the worst for trade growth since the 1990s, primarily due to increased trade restrictions and policy uncertainties.
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Reported 7 months ago
Frontline Management's CEO Lars Barstad expressed doubts over the assumption that commercial ships would resume sailing in the Red Sea region if a ceasefire agreement is reached between Israel and Hamas, calling it a 'naive' idea. Barstad highlighted the vulnerability of any agreement and the ongoing attacks on commercial ships by the Houthi rebels in Yemen, despite efforts to mediate a ceasefire. The attacks have led to a significant decrease in ship traffic in the Red Sea region, with some ships rerouting to avoid the area.
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Reported 7 months ago
國際能源署（IEA）預測到2030年，全球油市將陷入嚴重生產過剩，導致石油需求頂峰並可能引發低油價環境。美國的增產將對產油國組織及夥伴國（OPEC+）帶來挑戰。儘管亞洲經濟體需求增長強勁，但電動車銷量上升和再生能源利用等因素將抑制原油需求。IEA也調降今年和明年全球原油需求展望，並警告即使輕微變化也可能使原油需求反轉增長。
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Reported 7 months ago
Tech giant Amazon has announced it will inject an additional $1.4 billion (approximately $45.3 billion NTD) into its 'Housing Equity Fund' to expand efforts in constructing affordable homes for the general public in Seattle, Nashville, and the Washington metro area. This brings Amazon's total investment in this housing initiative to $3.6 billion. The company aims to assist middle-income families who struggle with rising housing costs and has faced criticism in the past for contributing to increasing property prices near its facilities.
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Reported 7 months ago
Compiled by Liu Zhongyong/Aggregated from foreign news on June 12, 2024, at 6:43 pm: Key points from the Federal Reserve (Fed) interest rate decision and Chairman Powell's speech include: 1. FOMC predicts only one rate cut this year, with Powell emphasizing the need to observe data. 2. Powell optimistic about inflation progress, labor market returning to pre-pandemic state. 3. Rates unlikely to return to pre-pandemic levels. 4. Market reacts more strongly to inflation data than Fed decisions. S&P 500 index rose 0.9%, with yields on U.S. bonds falling. Powell's remarks sought clues on Fed's next steps.
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Reported 7 months ago
The Federal Reserve (Fed) Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting in December decided to keep interest rates unchanged, as expected, but the decision-making atmosphere leans towards a 'hawkish' stance without being influenced by the lower-than-expected May inflation data. The key point is the interest rate dot plot, showing officials predict only one rate cut this year, with estimates for long-term 'neutral' interest rates also increasing. Overall, the Fed maintains a cautious attitude of 'prefer to tighten wrong, not loosen too much' due to lingering concerns about declining inflation.
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Reported 7 months ago
為因應晶片短缺及海底電纜修復困難，G7計劃成立半導體小組協調供應鏈，同時確保海底電纜安全連接各國。晶片需求增長，成為美中貿易戰焦點，歐美努力國內生產，中國則力求提升實力。修復海底電纜難度高，近期紅海損壞事件延誤修復，凸顯基礎設施重要性。
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Reported 7 months ago
As the US gears up for the presidential election in November, reports suggest that the Biden administration is contemplating including AI chip exports under restrictions to China, particularly focusing on GAATM chips. This move aims to hinder China's ability to utilize advanced chips which would be pivotal for semiconductor and AI development. The ongoing restrictions could significantly impact China's progress in AI technology and semiconductor industry. Despite the US's efforts to block China's access to key technologies, experts point out that China's quantum computing advancements may offer a breakthrough in circumventing these restrictions and pose a challenge to the US in the upcoming AI era.
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Reported 7 months ago
On June 12, 2024, the IEKCQM prediction team of ITRI announced that Taiwan's semiconductor industry is expected to surpass the 5 trillion yuan mark for the first time in 2024, reaching 5.134 trillion yuan with a year-on-year growth of 17.7%. The optimistic outlook is attributed to strong demand in the supply chain driven by AI, stable employment market, rising consumer power, inventory adjustments completed, and increased demand for semiconductors due to AI development. The IC design, manufacturing, and testing sectors are also forecasted to experience growth in 2024.
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Reported 7 months ago
According to the latest data from the Directorate-General of Budget, Accounting and Statistics, the average overtime hours for workers in the electronic components manufacturing industry in April reached 24.4 hours per person, which is a new high in nearly 14 years, indicating a strong growth in related supply chains due to the benefits of AI opportunities. Despite a slight decrease in the number of employed workers in the manufacturing industry in April compared to the previous month, with 842.1 million employees in total, the average overtime hours still exceeded 16 hours and have returned to pre-pandemic levels, showing stable growth momentum in the domestic manufacturing sector.
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