Reported 7 months ago
Economic Affairs Minister Guo Zhihui recently stated the need to convert the Hezhong Power Plant into the fourth natural gas receiving station to address the electricity shortfall in the northeast grid, with no alternative solutions. However, Keelung environmental groups criticized this move given contradicting claims of no power shortage and urged against blind construction of the station. They highlighted the imbalance in Taiwan's energy transition policies and raised concerns over the impact on Keelung's military and transportation areas. Advocates called for a shift towards sustainable energy practices instead of relying on gas and nuclear power.
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Reported 7 months ago
As the battle continues for parliamentary reform, the Nationalist Party reveals that the crucial moment will be the June 25 parliamentary session. They plan to present three scenarios for review, aiming for a prompt resolution by this Friday at the latest, putting pressure on the final vote. The party criticizes the delays in the review process by the Presidential Office and aims to ensure that the Democratic Progressive Party doesn't disrupt proceedings during the crucial voting period. Despite potential hurdles, the Nationalist Party remains focused on preventing any disruptions from affecting legislative progress.
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Reported 7 months ago
After the Legislative Yuan passed the Parliament Reform Act on June 11, 2024, the Executive Yuan submitted a review letter to President Tsai Ing-wen on the 6th of this month, which the president approved yesterday morning. The Executive Yuan hopes for bipartisan parliamentary scrutiny to find the maximum consensus prioritizing national interests. The legislative battle will commence as the Nationalist Party is set to convene a full committee on the 14th and question Premier Su, with a deadline on the 25th, forecasting another 'voting battle.' The Executive Yuan cited six hindrances in the law, aiming to initiate a constructive constitutional dialogue process without escalating inter-chamber conflicts.
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Reported 7 months ago
The ongoing battle over parliamentary reform in Taiwan might turn into an 'endless loop,' as the legislative process faces obstacles. If the Constitutional Court deems the reform unconstitutional, the Legislative Yuan can pass new laws, potentially creating an infinite cycle. However, the likelihood of the entire parliamentary reform bill being declared unconstitutional by the Constitutional Court is low, as partial invalidations are more probable, especially related to investigative powers. The issue remains uncertain, with experts cautioning against turning it into a political battleground to prevent overwhelming the judiciary with cases.
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Reported 7 months ago
The legislative battle over parliamentary reform in Taiwan continues with the Democratic Progressive Party initiating street campaigns across the country to pressure the opposition. Both the Nationalist Party and the Democratic Progressive Party have launched opinion campaigns, while the People's Party calls for three televised debates. The Democratic Progressive Party will detail their campaign strategy today, amidst ongoing clashes. This comes as the Nationalist Party prepares to counter the proposed amendments. The People's Party suggests televised debates to enhance understanding and foster harmony in promoting parliamentary reforms.
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Reported 7 months ago
On June 11, 2024, Small S's (Dee Hsu) eldest daughter Elly (Xu Xiwen) shared a series of graduation photos on IG, causing a frenzy among netizens. Elly, who turned 18 earlier this year, is reported to have been accepted into a prestigious US university and will be studying abroad soon. Netizens praised her recent photos celebrating her high school graduation, commenting on her beauty and figure, with some saying she outshines her mom. Photos also showed Elly emotional about her graduation, sparking further discussions online.
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Reported 7 months ago
The film '56 Typologies of Applause', based on a blog article by Mirco Von Juterczenka, tells the story of a father, David Fitz, and his autistic son Jason, as they travel the world in search of their favorite football clubs. The blog gained massive popularity for sharing their experiences with autism, inspiring many families and readers. The film adaptation, directed by Marc Rothemund, grossed 260 million TWD in Germany. The heartwarming portrayal by David Fitz and child star Cecilio Andresen earned Fitz the Best Actor award at the Bavarian Film Awards. The real-life Jason, now 20 years old and still facing challenges, has co-authored bestselling books with his father and remains an advocate for environmental protection and fundraising for clean water access in East Africa.
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Reported 7 months ago
On an episode of Asking for a Trend, host Josh Lipton discusses gun policies, market dynamics, and the expanding electric vehicle sector. The show covers the economy under different administrations, insights on gun sales trends, market movements, differences between value and growth investments, and the growth trajectory of the EV market with a focus on infrastructure requirements. Guest speakers include Senior Columnist Rick Newman, The Reload founder Stephen Gutowski, Yahoo Finance's Jared Blikre, Yahoo Finance's Julie Hyman, and EVPassport Co-Founder and CEO Hooman Shahidi.
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Reported 7 months ago
美国联邦储备委员会（Fed）将在美东时间12日（台湾时间13日凌晨）公布最新利率决策，市场将关注称为“点阵图”的利率预测以及最新经济增长预估。外界普遍预期本周会议将不出现有意义的政策改变，投资人关注最新季度利率预测，指中位数预测或许决定降息时间。高盛首席经济学家表示该点阵图将被视为“强烈信号”，而市场预测Fed降息时间可能延至年底。
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Reported 7 months ago
The National Park Administration of the Ministry of the Interior established a special task force post-Hualien earthquake to investigate the damage to the Taroko National Park’s attractions and trails, opting to start repairs from areas with lighter damage and relatively higher safety levels. The plan is to first rehabilitate 9 mildly damaged and relatively safe trails and attractions in July, with the hope of gradually reopening them by the end of the year. While some severely damaged trails and attractions like Swallow Grotto Trail and Shakadang Trail may take longer to recover due to various factors including unstable weather and aftershocks, the primary focus is on swift and efficient restoration efforts.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
During Apple's WWDC event, the unveiling of AI features may not have met market expectations initially, causing a post-event stock price drop, but the stock rebounded with a 7.2% increase. Analysts believe in Apple's ecosystem strength and global user base, and predict a significant iPhone upgrade trend with new AI applications in the future. With a focus on AI investments in the stock market, particularly in NVIDIA-led technology, Taiwan Semiconductor (advanced processes) and the AI supply chain remain key areas to watch. Analysts also emphasize the importance of investing in semiconductor ETFs for long-term gains amidst AI trends until 2026.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
Scientists have raised concerns over the presence of Titanium Dioxide (TiO2), a common sunscreen ingredient, in various foods like frozen pizzas and candies. Despite being considered safe in small quantities, TiO2 has nanoparticles that could potentially harm internal organs and bacterial balance in the gut. Studies have shown damage to the liver, immune system, and DNA due to TiO2 consumption, raising worries about long-term health effects, especially in children. While some advocate for a ban on TiO2, others argue that regulatory approval and safety measures ensure its responsible use as a food additive.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
根據新的選手投票，小熊隊是大聯盟球員最渴望的組織之一。The Athletic最近進行了針對MLB球員的問卷調查，關注他們最喜歡的比賽場所、一起比賽的球員和其他棒球事件。球員被問及的一個問題是：“如果合同、州稅和名單不是考慮因素，你會和哪支球隊簽約？”一些球員提到了今年想要效力的比賽隊伍之一是小熊隊，他們在這個問題上排名第六，獲得了6.9%的票。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
57歲女星王祖賢自2016年退出演藝圈後移居加拿大溫哥華，潛心修佛，最近被拍到現身法會穿著樸素黑白相間上衣，引發網友討論身材是否崩壞。拍攝者解釋挺肚照主要是角度、衣服及站姿造成，並強調王祖賢並沒有任何問題，呼籲外界別揣測。王祖賢每逢節日會分享近照給粉絲，依然展現女神風采。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
Taipei City's first funeral hall, in operation for 59 years, will be demolished to make way for a parking lot and park. The demolition will take approximately 5 months, with the site expected to be transformed for use by November. Plans for future use are still under discussion by the city government, with options including public welfare or commercial development.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
Taiwan's lottery announced that on June 11, a 100 million NT dollars Grand Lottery jackpot was won by a single person at 28 Fode Street, Qianzhen District, Kaohsiung City. This marks the fifth jackpot win in recent months, with previous wins in Taichung, Hsinchu, and Changhua. Additionally, 7 out of 37 sets of 1 million NT dollar prizes were claimed in the same draw, with 30 sets still up for grabs in the next draw on June 14 according to Taiwan's lottery. For more details, visit the official Taiwan lottery website.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
Yahoo Finance's Julie Hyman and Josh Lipton discuss the market close with S&P 500 and Nasdaq reaching new highs, while the Dow Jones fell ahead of the Consumer Price Index and Federal Reserve interest rate decision. Oracle's fourth-quarter results missed estimates, but a new partnership with Google Cloud and OpenAI caused the stock to rise. Analyst Dan Morgan highlights Oracle's opportunity with cloud services. The article also covers Apple's A I strategy and earnings, including insights from investor Dan Morgan, while mentioning upcoming events like the Fed meeting, CPI, and earnings reports from Broadcom, Dave and Busters, and Aurora Cannabis.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics is facing offensive challenges in the 2024 NBA Finals against the Mavericks, but he remains focused on impacting the game positively in other ways. While acknowledging the need to improve his shooting efficiency, Tatum's mindset is resilient and he continues to contribute assists, rebounds, and defensive efforts. Despite not reaching his usual scoring numbers, Tatum remains confident that his shots will eventually improve, emphasizing his determination to help his team win the championship.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
In a hotel room in Yancheng District in Kaohsiung, a male chef and two women were found dead, suspected to have met online and checked in for the Dragon Boat Festival, with the male victim having thousands of fans due to culinary content shared online. No signs of external force were present, and the exact cause of death is pending investigation. The victims were a 33-year-old man and two women aged 29 and 32 from different regions, who had planned to check out on the 11th but were discovered deceased in the room. The male victim was recognized for his online presence sharing recipes and had appeared on various cooking shows. Investigation continues.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
As President Biden promotes gun violence prevention measures, Stephen Gutowski of The Reload notes an unconventional trend in firearm sales as the upcoming election nears. Despite past announcements triggering increased gun purchases, current factors like 2020's record sales and Supreme Court decisions on gun laws may be slowing sales. With Biden and opponent Donald Trump standing at opposing ends on gun laws, Gutowski highlights the unusual situation, including Biden's son's recent felony gun charges.
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Reported 7 months ago
During an emotional interview on “Piers Morgan Uncensored,” Kevin Spacey revealed that his house is being foreclosed on as he owes 'many millions' in legal fees from his sexual misconduct trials, leaving him with no permanent home and barely any money. Spacey discussed his financial struggles and the foreclosure of his home in Baltimore, expressing uncertainty about where he will live next. The two-time Oscar winner denied all allegations against him, despite facing multiple legal cases since 2017 over sexual misconduct claims.
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Reported 7 months ago
美国公开赛选手正在为平赛特的复杂果岭做准备。球员们将面对具有挑战性的果岭，这些果岭被形容为龟背状，不按中心或球洞位置放置球球很容易偏移到侧边，给球员们带来了挑战。参赛选手们已经开始在北卡罗来纳准备这个赛季的第三项大满贯赛事，其中一位重点关注的选手是世界排名第一的斯科蒂·谢夫勒。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
開發金控於2021年12月完成100％併購中國人壽並更名為凱基人壽，隨後將更名為「凱基金控」。王銘陽回歸開發金控擔任金控董事長，同時開發金控也進行經營團隊大改組，辜仲瑩擔任開發資本董事長五年後重返金控，為開展國際化布局。業界看好此舉將帶來新局。
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Reported 7 months ago
After ending her shift, Ke Yi-rou was seen being tenderly escorted by a gentlemanly man post-work, enjoying a dinner date and looking extremely happy. They were later discovered sharing a meal at a spicy hot pot stall, with Ke Yi-rou leaning lovingly towards the man, sharing laughter and having an intimate interaction. Identified as Joseph, a fellow cycling enthusiast, their relationship has blossomed into a source of joy for Ke Yi-rou, who expressed contentment with their shared interests.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 7 months ago
Following her divorce, Li Mingshan took back the 'Diu Diu Mei' brand and trademark from her ex-husband, and started a new live-streaming business 'Rooftop Pulls the Downstairs' which has been steadily growing alongside the revived popularity of 'Diu Diu Mei'. She has secured five endorsements since her divorce and recently reached an agreement with new shareholders regarding the brand, expanding her business overseas. Li Mingshan's entrepreneurial success contrasts with other women such as Tokyo Girl founder Chou Pinjun and former Under Lover member Lin Caiti who have also navigated personal challenges to achieve business success, with Chou even becoming the CEO of an e-commerce group and Lin venturing into the restaurant and adult products market.
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