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Taiwanese mountaineer Zhang Yuanzhi tragically passed away at the age of 36 while climbing Mont Blanc in France. Having conquered various Taiwan mountains in his high school years and reaching the summit of the highest peak in South America and attempting the second-highest peak K2, Zhang viewed mountaineering as a way to understand life while recognizing its association with death. Despite only knowing each other for five years, Zhang was idolized by many young climbers and described as a careful, sincere, and kind individual by his peers. His dedication and passion for climbing were evident throughout his ventures, with his untimely demise occurring on the peak he loved climbing.
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Reported over 1 year ago
In her book 'Embracing My Past,' Guo Xuefu shared her inner thoughts candidly. During a press conference on June 28, she received a letter written by her 4-year-old sister, triggering overwhelming emotions that caused her makeup to run. Guo Xuefu, who lost her mother at 9 years old and had been reliant on her 4-year-old sister, described their tumultuous but loving relationship. Reflecting on their past conflicts and recent moments, she expressed her love for her sister despite disagreements, showing a changed and more positive outlook in recent years.
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Reported over 1 year ago
The 35th Golden Melody Awards will be held at Taipei Arena on the 29th, featuring an extended stage as a symbol of musical glory. Stage designer Lai Shiqi aimed to break free from traditional ceremony concepts, adding color to performances and award presentations. The longer staircase this year signifies significant moments on musicians' music journey, resonating with A-Lin's sentiments from last year's win, emphasizing the long and arduous road of achievements. The event, to be broadcast live on various platforms, highlights the importance of the Golden Melody Awards to every musician.
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Reported over 1 year ago
The Beijing authorities expelled two former defense ministers from the party and military positions on the same day, accusing them of bribery, suggesting possible loyalty issues with leadership, and marking the first such event in Communist China's history. This move is seen as President Xi Jinping solidifying his control over the military. The recent crackdown on military corruption follows the dismissal of 11 high-ranking military officials since last year and may continue, hinting at further purges before and after the upcoming Third Plenum of the Twentieth Central Committee of the Communist Party of China.
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Reported over 1 year ago
The Taiwan Fertilizer Company Foundation held its annual outstanding scholarship award ceremony, spotlighting, for the first time, students from the 'New Southbound Policy' regions, with nearly 80% of recipients hailing from Southeast Asian countries. This year, scholarships totaling nearly NT$1.5 million were awarded, with over a million specifically to encourage 'New Southbound' scholars, showcasing the company's efforts to elevate Taiwan as a hub for East Asian talent development. Chairman Lee Sun-Jung's vision is rooted in his belief in the transformative power of education, influenced by his personal experiences and dedication to social contribution. The heartwarming initiative has touched international students, with Indonesian student Wu Zi-Xuan expressing gratitude and aspirations to join the Taiwan Fertilizer Company, aiming to lead the way in the company's ventures into the Indonesian market.
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Reported over 1 year ago
The battle for legislative reform in the Legislative Yuan sparked a disqualification and recall offensive and defensive battle. The Internal Administration Committee of the legislative Yuan is set to review relevant amendment proposals to the Public Officials Election and Recall Law next week. Some DPP lawmakers claimed that KMT lawmakers, including Hsu Yu-chen, proposed amendments to raise the recall threshold for public officials. The KMT caucus responded by stating that this was completely malicious and aimed at misleading the public. The amendment aims to prevent retaliatory recalls, ensuring social stability and election fairness. The KMT caucus has publicly called for a rational approach to the amendment of the Public Officials Election and Recall Law, providing Taiwan with a space for rational governance and a recall system, which is the most pressing task for the Legislative Yuan at present. The proposed amendments do not change the current threshold of approval by more than one-fourth of the total number of voters in the electoral district. The amendment aims to make the current public official election and recall system more fair and reasonable, avoiding situations where recall approval votes may be unreasonably lower than the winning votes, as well as prohibiting recalls within one year of taking office, to prevent retaliatory recalls and ensure social stability and election fairness. Next week, the Legislative Yuan will review the amendment drafts related to the Public Officials Election and Recall Law and hold a public hearing to gather opinions from all parties. The goal is to openly discuss the current shortcomings of the recall system and how to correct them. Lastly, the KMT caucus reminds DPP lawmakers that they are elected by the people to be 'representatives of the people,' not 'representatives of the party,' let alone just being a 'rubber stamp' for the executive branch. Before manipulating political issues, it is essential for them to genuinely care about the voices of grassroots people, which is what they should be focusing on.
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Reported over 1 year ago
The US Supreme Court has issued two significant rulings this week related to medical matters. The high court rejected a settlement agreement by Purdue Pharma, the manufacturer of the opioid painkiller OxyContin, which has caused the deaths of at least 300,000 Americans over 20 years. The court also ruled in a 6-3 decision to allow women in Idaho to undergo emergency abortion procedures in major medical situations, despite the state's strict abortion ban. The rulings have sparked debates on women's rights and accountability in both cases.
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Reported over 1 year ago
The nominations for the prestigious ESPY Awards were announced, with Prince Harry of the UK, Dawn Staley, and Steve Gleason receiving the Special Contribution Awards. Prince Harry was honored with the Pat Tillman Award for his ten-year military career and the establishment of the Invictus Games, a sports event for wounded veterans. The awards recognize their remarkable resilience, positivity, and efforts to bring about positive change for the disadvantaged. The ESPY Awards ceremony will take place on July 11, where outstanding athletes like Shohei Ohtani, Caitlin Clark, Patrick Mahomes, and Simone Biles are also nominated.
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Reported over 1 year ago
A report released by the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) on June 27 revealed that due to prolonged civil war since April last year, over half of Sudan's population is now facing a food crisis. The UN World Food Programme official mentioned before the IPC report that over 25 million Sudanese are in hunger. Additionally, about 4 million children in Sudan are malnourished and 17 million are out of school. The escalating conflict has led to severe shortages in medicine as well, threatening more deaths from hunger and illness if the war persists.
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Reported over 1 year ago
民間團體啟動罷免基隆市長謝國樑的連署活動進入第二階段，國民黨主席朱立倫表示支持。朱立倫指出，謝國樑在市政上取得一些成就，雖然可能得罪了特定利益人和民進黨成員，但是相信基隆市民將以理性看待，並支持這位市長。
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Reported over 1 year ago
The article discusses three S&P 500 real estate investment trusts (REITs) that are currently trading at a significant discount, making them potentially attractive long-term investments. Realty Income, a top REIT known for its monthly dividend income, is down 35% from its peak. Prologis, the largest industrial REIT globally, is trading more than 35% below its all-time high. Vici Properties, a gaming real estate leader, is down by just 21% from its peak and has promising growth opportunities. The article suggests that investing in these high-quality REITs at a discount could be a good long-term strategy for investors.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Amazon's market cap surpassed $2 trillion, marking a significant milestone, while CFO Brian Olsavsky emphasizes the importance of AI and cost-cutting measures. Under CEO Andy Jassy, Amazon is increasing investments in generative AI for long-term growth, with a notable increase in AWS revenue. Despite recent layoffs and business restructuring to prioritize AI investments, Amazon's financial performance remains strong as it eyes $3 trillion market cap and continues to innovate.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Indonesian authorities on Bali recently arrested 103 foreigners, initially reported as 14 Taiwanese, for suspected internet crimes, later revealed to all be Taiwanese citizens. Over 400 phones and computers were seized, with officials stating that the individuals will be promptly deported. The criminal bureau mentioned that the suspects would be sent back to Taiwan soon after the local judicial process concludes. The case involves violation of immigration laws and is under investigation by Indonesian authorities, with the Taiwanese representative office coordinating for the return of the individuals to Taiwan.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Junior bankers in Wall Street are back to logging 100-hour work weeks, causing tensions to escalate. Trainees and staffers are feeling the strain, with some resorting to inflating or understating their hours to cope. Despite previous promises of breaks and health safeguards, the workload is intensifying as banks aim for more deals. The situation is reigniting old frustrations among young bankers, highlighting the need for a cultural shift in how junior bankers are viewed and managed.
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Reported over 1 year ago
During a government inquiry on June 28, 2024, Taiwan's Premier Su Tseng-chang and Minister of Agriculture Chen Chi-chi addressed concerns about the oversupply of eggs in the market. Premier Su emphasized the need for production planning and market regulation to ensure stable prices and meet consumer demand. The discussion also touched on the import of eggs and efforts to support local egg farmers, including potentially collaborating with the military to distribute eggs and providing tax relief on feed sales. Additionally, questions were raised about a past egg import case from Japan during a bird flu outbreak, with officials assuring that strict controls were in place to ensure safety. Plans for supporting the egg industry and clarifications on contractual agreements were also discussed.
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Reported over 1 year ago
郭雪芙於出道17年後撰寫心路歷程新書《擁抱過去的我》，今日參加見面會時收到妹妹的信使她當場淚崩。郭雪芙在9歲時失去母親，與小4歲妹妹相依為命至今，代替母親角色照顧妹妹並時常管教嚴格，甚至承認曾經訓斥她。她說到與妹妹的關係時感性地哭泣，並揭開了她過去及現在的心路歷程。
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Reported over 1 year ago
Chen Jinde, the Chair of the Executive Yuan's Public Construction Commission, is pushing to speed up the 'Support Plan for One Million Renting Families,' which aims to build 250,000 public housing units and provide subsidize rent for 500,000 households. He has instructed all ministries to continue assessing underutilized or idle land to contribute to this plan. By May, 180,000 units have been achieved, and the goal is to reach 200,000 units by the end of the year. Chen emphasizes the importance of cooperation among ministries and state-owned enterprises to facilitate the construction of social housing and alleviate the housing burden on the Taiwanese people.
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Reported over 1 year ago
In Suzhou, China, an unemployed man recently attacked a Japanese mother and son, resulting in a fatal injury to a Chinese teacher who bravely tried to stop the assailant. The attacker had a history of mental illness and carried out the assault as part of a premeditated plan, possibly due to frustration from the economic slowdown in China, as suggested by foreign media analysis. Over the past month, China has seen several knife attacks, with perpetrators mainly being middle-aged unemployed individuals, raising concerns about rising xenophobia fueled by nationalist sentiment among Chinese livestreamers seeking to gain viewership.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Jamie Dimon, the leader of America's largest bank, believes schools should do more to prepare students for the working world instead of relying on businesses to bridge the gap. He emphasized the importance of schools focusing on helping students launch careers after graduation rather than solely attending college. Dimon, who oversees over 240,000 employees globally, highlighted the need for certificates and training that lead to good jobs, stating that when schools do not provide this, it creates challenges for companies. Additionally, he rejected the idea that his efforts to get younger people and underrepresented communities into the workplace are related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), emphasizing the need for fixing the system to uplift society.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Walgreens, CVS, and Rite Aid are closing a significant number of stores across the United States due to various challenges. Factors contributing to the closures include unprofitable stores, competition, failed growth strategies, declining reimbursement rates for prescription drugs, and increased online shopping. The closures signal a larger downturn in the pharmacy industry, impacting access to healthcare for some consumers.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Financial advisor Brandon Renfro addresses a reader's question about whether to transfer 401(k) funds to a traditional IRA or rebalance the asset allocation. Renfro advises considering goals, risk tolerance, and personal situation when making investment decisions. He suggests seeking help from a financial advisor or planner to align investment strategy with long-term goals and manage the portfolio effectively.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Markets (^DJI,^GSPC, ^IXIC) react to the latest Personal Consumption Expenditure (PCE) report, with investors seeking insight into the economy's health and potential Federal Reserve rate decisions. Trump Media & Technology (DJT) shares are up after the presidential debate. Yahoo Finance's trending tickers include Nokia Oyj (NOKIA.HE, NOK), Chewy (CHWY), and Palantir Technologies (PLTR). Guest speakers featured in the video are Jennifer Lee, Amanda O’Neill, Clayton Allen, Michael Green, and Daryl Fairweather.
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根據證交所公布籌碼動向，三大法人28日合計買超90.96億元，其中投信買190.26億元、賣195.50億元，投信盯上通訊網路股，聯電、遠傳、台灣大分別買超2萬9,896張、2萬7,163張、2萬3,665張，成為投信今日買超榜前三股。投資人應審慎評估並自負投資風險。
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Reported over 1 year ago
In 2024, an individual can give up to $18,000 annually to each recipient without reporting it to the IRS. Furthermore, there is a lifetime exclusion of $13.61 million for tax-free gifts. For example, in 2024, one could theoretically give a son and his wife up to a total of $13.646 million without incurring taxes. Gift tax laws can be complex, so consulting with a financial advisor is recommended to strategize effectively.
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Reported over 1 year ago
A tragic incident of a 6-year-old girl in Florida, USA, who was left locked inside a car by her mother's boyfriend resulted in her 'heat to death' after being trapped for 3 hours in temperatures reaching as high as 115°F (about 46.1°C). The boyfriend, Markise Outing, was arrested for manslaughter by negligence. This case highlights the dangers of leaving children unattended in hot cars and the alarming statistics of child deaths due to overheating in vehicles in the United States.
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