Reported over 1 year ago
The 2024 Taiwan Lottery Chinese Professional Baseball League (CPBL) draft took place with a total of 178 eligible players, including 78 who passed the test, 43 high school graduates, 4 with national team qualifications, and 50 recommended by teams. Notably, Zhang Yucheng was chosen as the first pick by the Fubon Guardians, while Wu Nianting was the second pick by the Taiwan Steel Hawks. The article further lists the selections made by each team in the draft rounds, highlighting the strengthening of various teams through promising new talents.
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Reported over 1 year ago
三立新聞 reported that the latest Grand Lottery numbers will be drawn tonight with a guaranteed jackpot of 1 billion yuan. In addition to the jackpot, there will be 14 sets of numbers for a chance to win as well. The previous round also had 2 sets of winners of 1 million yuan each. The numbers for this round are: 10, 11, 25, 31, 36, 41 with special number 27. Remember to gamble responsibly and not let it affect your normal life. Stay tuned for more news on international gold reserves, famous personalities visiting night markets, and insights on real estate selling strategies.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Recent reports have shown various food safety and drug shortage incidents in Taiwan, with the Director of the Food and Drug Administration, Wu Xiumei, ending her 7-year tenure by the end of June, earlier than planned. Despite facing speculations and being replaced, Wu Xiumei received praise from the Deputy Minister of Health and Welfare, Lin Jingyi, for her dedication to scientific evidence and professionalism, qualities essential for professionals in the political field. With the new Director set to take over, discussions on enhancing drug and medical device regulations and systems are ongoing, showing commitment to ensuring healthcare quality and safety.
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A video of popular influencer 'Mature Johnny' going braless in an office lady outfit on the Taipei Metro has caused a frenzy online, with her ample cleavage visibly bouncing as she commutes. The video, shared on YouTube, depicts her buying a ticket, rushing to catch the train, and eventually boarding the train while braless, captivating viewers with her alluring appearance. Netizens praised her provocative style and beauty, expressing excitement at the thought of encountering her during their own commute.
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On June 28, 2024, Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council raised the travel warning for Mainland China and Hong Kong/Macau to an orange alert, advising against non-essential travel. While previously Cathay Pacific had promotions such as buy one get one free for flights to Hong Kong valid until year-end, some individuals expressed hesitance to travel due to safety concerns. Travel agencies noted a small number of inquiries for cancellations and refunds, with concerns about the impact on future group departures and business being negatively affected in the tourism industry.
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Reported over 1 year ago
The hot and rainy summer weather continues with thunderstorms in the afternoon forecasted for Friday in the greater Taipei area and mountainous regions, with some areas experiencing heavy rain and thunderstorms leading to a maximum rainfall of 142 mm in Sanchong, New Taipei City. Temperatures are expected to reach 34 to 37 degrees, with the highest temperature recorded at 38.4 degrees in Dounan, Yunlin. Over the weekend, the weather will become more unstable due to the influence of southwest winds and low pressure, with high temperatures and rainfall predicted. Residents are advised to carry umbrellas when going out and avoid heatstroke. Weekend rain showers are expected mainly in central and northern areas, Yilan-Hualien regions, and mountainous areas. Be prepared for intense weather phenomena such as heavy rain, lightning, and strong winds during this period.
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Elton John在一次娛樂新聞釋出的訪談中透露，作為77歲的樂壇巨星，他將不再巡迴演出，希望在兒子生活中的重要十年中「在場」。他表示，和61歲的丈夫David Furnish共同照顧13歲的Zachary Jackson和11歲的Elijah Joseph是他目前的重點。John在2023年7月結束了他的《告別黃磚之路》巡演後，宣布將告別巡演生涯。
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According to a report from TVBS News Network on June 28, 2024, the elevator in the Legislative Yuan's Research Building has been frequently malfunctioning, leading to some legislators being trapped. The evaluation report now reveals at least 11 deficiencies, including the elevator steel cable wear exceeding the regulatory limit and a loss of protective function. The Legislative Yuan's General Affairs Office has publicly sought manufacturers to replace and improve the elevator during the recess to address these issues.
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On June 28, 2024, Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-Yen led a municipal team to visit New Taipei. During the visit, New Taipei Mayor Hou Yu-ih personally accompanied them and revealed that he would also find time to visit Taichung. Despite internal party members urging Lu Shiow-Yen to 'run for party chairman,' she stated that elections are not discussed during work hours. However, when discussing municipal development, Lu Shiow-Yen repeatedly praised Hou Yu-ih!
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Yahoo News updated on June 28, 2024, at 10:00 AM: The 113065th draw of the Power Lottery will happen tonight with the winning numbers being 10, 41, 25, 36, 31, 11, and the special number 27. The jackpot was not won, ensuring a prize of 100 million New Taiwan Dollars in the next draw. For this draw, 14 sets of 1 million prizes were added, with 2 sets being won, totaling 2 winners, yet to draw the other 12 sets in the next draw on July 2. The winning numbers for the '100 sets of 1 million' can be checked on Taiwan Lottery's official website. The results and winning numbers announced by Taiwan Lottery will be considered valid. As a special promotion, Power Lottery added 100 sets of 1 million prizes between May 21 and July 5, with each set containing 6 numbers. Winners will get 1 million each, and if there are multiple winners in a set, the prize will be split accordingly. The remaining sets will continue to be drawn until all 100 sets of 1 million prizes are given away or until the deadline of July 5.
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Reported over 1 year ago
KMT legislator Xu Yu-Zhen proposed amending the current Public Officials Election and Recall Law by adding a provision that recall approval must 'exceed the votes obtained by the recalled person when elected,' prompting criticism from the DPP. DPP legislator Hong Shen-Han slammed the move as an attempt by the KMT to raise the recall threshold to help their members facing public outrage. He accused the KMT of cheating by modifying the game rules and suggested sarcastically that the KMT should just propose a law amendment that requires twice the number of recall approval votes for KMT-affiliated officials. The article also mentions upcoming public hearings on the amendment and statements by KMT Chair Eric Chu clarifying that the amendment is not targeted at any individual or party.
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Reported over 1 year ago
墨西哥最富有的人之一卡洛斯·斯利姆透過他在美國能源公司的股權和在墨西哥與國營巨頭Pemex合作的多個項目增加對石油和天然氣的投資。斯利姆的家族控股公司Control Empresarial de Capitales SA單單在6月就以1.13億美元購買了250萬股PBF Energy Inc.股票，現在是這家新澤西巴森帕尼煉製廠的最大股東，持股比率為14.7%，比年底時的10.2%高出許多。
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印尼峇里島26日逮捕超過百名涉嫌網路犯罪的外國人，其中包括103名台灣籍公民。台灣刑事局表示將積極和印尼當局合作，將這103名台灣犯嫌遣返回台灣。逮捕者被指涉嫌詐騙馬來西亞人，並將根據印尼法令進行驅逐出境處理。
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A man named Liao in Taipei crashed his car into the Presidential Office twice in one day in November last year. Upon arrest, police found a gas gun and a 48cm knife in his car. Liao was fined $5,000 under the Social Order Maintenance Act, but his appeal was dismissed by the court. Despite claiming the knife was for cutting fruit for his mother's business and the gun was a toy, the court upheld the original penalty due to his irrational actions and intent to cause public disorder by crashing into the Presidential Office twice in a single day.
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Popular YouTuber and influencer Alisha successfully obtained her real estate license after studying diligently for 30 hours, surprising her followers with the unexpected news on social media. Alisha, known for her extravagant lifestyle and previous real estate investments, shared her journey of taking real estate courses and overcoming sleepless nights in a hotel to achieve this new milestone. Despite facing criticism for considering property investment in Thailand, Alisha defended her actions by emphasizing the legal restrictions on foreign property ownership in the country. Fans congratulated her on the accomplishment and praised her determination.
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Reported over 1 year ago
President Tsai Ing-wen responded to Ni Ni Ya's call 'Flew from Taiwan, just say hello!' and collaborated with the illustrator Pak Siu-girl to create an illustration 'Taiwan Rose' as a gift to Ni Ni Ya, supporting diverse values and representing Taiwan in the Paris Cultural Olympics. Tsai expressed gratitude for Ni Ni Ya and others for showcasing Taiwan's diversity and culture, promoting rainbow culture and inclusivity. The illustration symbolizes Tsai's blessings and appreciation towards Ni Ni Ya and the community.
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On Friday morning, June 28, 2024, the South Korean military released a video showing a North Korean missile spiraling abnormally and then exploding in the initial stages of flight, refuting North Korea's claim of a successful missile test. North Korea stated that the missile successfully separated its warheads and accurately hit three designated targets, but South Korea and the US military analysis concluded that the missile exploded in the early stages of flight, indicating a failed launch. South Korea's assessment highlighted the instability during flight as the cause of the explosion and labeled North Korea's claims as deceit and exaggeration, suggesting that the released photos of the test were likely manipulated or reused from previous launches.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Plug Power Inc (NASDAQ: PLUG) announces plans to utilize the IRA's Section 45V Credit for Clean Hydrogen Production in its financial reports. This move positions Plug Power as one of the first U.S. clean hydrogen producers to take advantage of this new incentive, resulting in a surge in stock price. The PTC offers up to $3.00 per kilogram for U.S.-produced clean hydrogen, helping Plug Power reduce fuel costs and achieve positive fuel margins in the future. The company is expanding its hydrogen production facilities and collaborating with key suppliers to enhance its green hydrogen network, despite a recent decline in stock value.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Canada's economy saw a 0.3% increase in gross domestic product in April, in line with market expectations, driven by growth in sectors like wholesale trade and manufacturing. Analysts predict further expansion in May. The growth in April, the fastest since January, was led by rebounds in wholesale trade, mining, manufacturing, and oil and gas extraction. Preliminary estimates for May suggest a 0.1% GDP growth. Inflation unexpectedly rose in May, affecting rate cut expectations by the Bank of Canada.
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BuzzFeed article shares stories of wealthy parents cutting off their entitled kids due to various shocking behaviors, such as supporting Trump, shoplifting, reckless driving, academic failure, and irresponsible spending. The parents took a stand to make their children self-sufficient and responsible by discontinuing financial support, resulting in the kids facing challenges like finding jobs, financial struggles, and losing privileges.
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At the EU Summit in Brussels, current EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is nominated for re-election, along with António Costa as European Council President and Kaja Kallas as EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs. Von der Leyen is credited for leadership during the COVID-19 crisis but faced criticism for vaccine negotiations transparency. Her second term requires approval from the European Parliament with a vote scheduled in July. Costa, known for political astuteness, will succeed Charles Michel as European Council President. Kallas, Estonia's PM, a strong voice against Russia and supporter of Ukraine, receives the nomination for EU's highest diplomatic role. Approval from the European Parliament is also required for Kallas. Von der Leyen became the EU's first female Commission President in 2019, with Costa having faced controversy over a corruption investigation in Portugal but with no criminal charges against him.
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During an early presidential debate, President Biden and former President Trump clashed, with Biden initially struggling but later gaining focus, while Trump made numerous false claims. The fallout led to panic among Democrats, with discussions on whether Biden should step aside. Meanwhile, Bronny James was drafted by the Lakers, making history as the first father-son duo in the NBA, and Kevin Costner's film 'Horizon' premiered in theaters.
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Returning to the idol group identity, Kun Da is busy preparing for his upcoming concert in July while juggling various TV show schedules. A surprising visit from fellow musician Ashin of Mayday brought touching memories of their past songs. Kun Da's wife, Ke Jia Yan, has been supportive and understanding of his busy schedule, even preparing supplements for him. She expressed her interest in attending the concert in Taipei and possibly preferring to watch Bruno Mars in Kaohsiung. Kun Da remains humble and grateful for the opportunity to return as an idol, emphasizing the importance of embracing challenges without setting limits.
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On June 28, 2024, the Taiwan stock market closed higher with a total turnover of 4359.06 billion yuan. Foreign investors purchased 161.573 billion yuan, sold 152.674 billion yuan, with a net buying of 8.899 billion yuan. Among the top 10 stocks sold off by foreign investors, the most heavily affected was TSMC (2303) with a net sell-off of 38,160 shares. This led to concerns among local investors about the stock's performance and caused frustration in the market.
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Reported over 1 year ago
The article discusses two growth stocks with potential for investment in June. The first stock is Innovative Industrial Properties, a cannabis industry REIT that operates under a sale-leaseback model, showing profitability and strong dividend growth. The second stock is Shopify, a mature e-commerce platform experiencing growth in gross merchandise volume and revenue, with a focus on innovation and artificial intelligence integration for merchants. Both companies are highlighted as strong investment options despite recent market trends.
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