Reported about 1 year ago
On June 19, 2024, in Tainan City's North District, firefighters faced challenges rescuing two patients from a cluttered residence where they were trapped due to various items blocking the way. It took 1.5 hours for the firefighters to successfully extract the individuals using specialized equipment, with one person being hoisted out and the other being carried down due to the confined space. Both patients were then taken to the hospital for treatment.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
The London-based Institute for Quality of Life recently released the Happy City Index report, with the top 17 cities all in Europe. Three Taiwanese cities made the list: Taipei at 46th, Kaohsiung at 64th, and Taoyuan at 88th, along with Tokyo in Japan and Busan in South Korea, all classified as Silver Medal cities. The report analyzed various indicators related to residents' quality of life and happiness, ranking 250 cities globally based on factors like people, governance, environment, economy, and transportation mobility, categorizing them into Gold, Silver, and Bronze groups. Europe had the top 17 cities, with Denmark's Aarhus leading, followed by Zurich and Berlin. The U.S. had 10 cities among the happiest, with Minneapolis standing out in the Gold group. Asia saw Osaka, Singapore, Seoul, Tokyo, and Busan as Gold and Silver cities, while cities like Kyoto, Sydney, Vancouver, Bangkok, and Kuala Lumpur fell into the Bronze group. Researchers emphasized the complexity of measuring happiness solely based on statistics, acknowledging various determining factors in each location's impact on an individual's happiness.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Xu Weixiang's debut album 'Leap,' which features the hit song 'What Are We,' has dominated various music charts and earned him the title of 'Wildest Newcomer.' After facing struggles and depression during his two-year wait for his debut opportunity, Xu Weixiang, through sheer determination, managed to overcome his emotional low point and achieve his goal of singing for others. He recently received a nomination for Best New Artist in this year's Golden Melody Awards, with a special concert held to celebrate his achievement. Xu Weixiang's journey included participating in singing competitions in Taiwan and China, being mentored by Nicholas Tse, and ultimately finding success in the music industry.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Shawn Chih participated in the program 'Ah Oh! Most Kiang Village Team', stationed in Shitan Township, Miaoli for a month. During an interview with 'LIFE Online', he mentioned the uniqueness of Shitan Township as a 'forgotten place' with a tranquil atmosphere. Chih shared hidden attractions, local cuisine, and unexpected stories about the area, emphasizing the importance of patience in interacting with elders. He also recommended the natural scenery, enthusiastic locals, and delicious food in Shitan, including unique dishes like 'Hakka Stir-Fry' and traditional treats like 'Grass Cake'. Chih expressed appreciation for the community's efforts to preserve local culture and their desire to retain young people in the village.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
The 'Kaohsiung Youth Street Food Cart Brand Guidance Program 2.0' aims to help young street food cart entrepreneurs upgrade and optimize their brands. With the opportunity to receive up to NT$25,000 in guidance fees, professional mentor consultations, and free training courses, the program aims to enhance the competitiveness of street food cart brands, creating a unique and refined market culture. Applications are open from June 25 to July 19, encouraging enthusiastic participation in Kaohsiung's vibrant street food scene and entrepreneurial opportunities.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
阿根廷另類流行音樂明星Nathy Peluso已確認將於2025年初舉行她的首次美國巡迴演出，以支持她最新專輯《Grasa》。演出城市包括邁阿密、華盛頓特區、布魯克林、芝加哥和洛杉磯。門票預售將於當地時間6月20日星期四上午10:00通過Ticketmaster（使用代碼CHORD）開始，公開售票則將於6月21日星期五啟動。在美國巡演之前，Peluso將在2025年2月期間在意大利、德國、荷蘭、法國、比利時和英國進行演出。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
During the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak in Taiwan, a netizen discovered a post on the Weibo hot search list claiming that 'Taiwan's new COVID-19 severe cases and death cases have increased significantly.' This raised questions among Taiwanese internet users who wondered if this news was true. While some speculated about the sensitivity of Chinese netizens towards disasters outside their borders, others confirmed the reality of the situation by sharing personal experiences of COVID-19 cases in Taiwan. The article also highlights the recent increase in local cases and deaths among the elderly population, emphasizing the importance of vaccination and early detection of symptoms.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Junnosuke Taguchi, ex-member of the popular male group KAT-TUN under Johnny's, who was arrested for drug use in 2019, has seen a significant decline in his entertainment career. Renamed as OJUN, he is now set to work as a 'guest male host' in a male entertainment club starting from June 26. Taguchi's past drug scandal has led him to this drastic career change, as he aims to sustain his livelihood through this new venture amid continuing public attention on his activities.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
大陆上市公司洪涛集团被曝恶意坑害投资人，隐瞒高层异动，发布虚假利好消息，导致7万多散户受害，股价持续下滑超过73%。公司高层私自减持股份，而散户在信息不对等情况下入场，最终引发深圳监管局关注，股价跌至停板后再度坠跌至停板。此外，高层接连离职却被隐藏信息延迟公告，引发外界质疑，洪涛集团董事长则在公开信中坚称为公司贡献超过5亿元的财务资助并提供超过10亿元的担保。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
新北市三重警方查獲新店區民宅藏有大量毒菸彈，逮捕24歲男子董男並起出4,189顆市價百餘萬的毒菸彈。董男透過網路向上游進貨毒菸彈再轉賣，每月可輕鬆賺取10餘萬元。警方呼籲民眾拒絕毒品並協助檢舉，打擊毒品犯罪。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
女星陳妍希與中國演員陳曉近日傳出「婚變」消息，其中一位知名狗仔透露陳曉去年底提出離婚，表示願意淨身出戶並換掉手機號碼，讓外界猜測可能遭到陳曉冷暴力對待。兩人社群互動減少，雙方未對婚變傳聞做出回應，而過去陳妍希曾為愛犧牲、哽咽講述過一些心酸情事。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
A prehistoric landmark in the UK, Stonehenge, was vandalized by eco-terrorist group 'Just Stop Oil' activists spraying orange powder onto the stones. Two individuals were arrested at the scene. Environmentalists are calling for government legislation to eliminate fossil fuels by 2030. The incident occurred just before the summer solstice celebration, causing confusion among visitors. Authorities condemned the vandalism, while heritage officials assured that the site remains open to the public and the powder may be safely removed.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
This summer, the top choice for parent-child activities is the 'Mommy Baby 2024 Parent-Child Style Market,' set to kick off grandly at the Songshan Cultural and Creative Park on July 6. Families are invited to participate, with a chance to win prizes like a 'Lion Travel NCL Norwegian Cruise Line Odyssey 3D2N Double Room Trip' among other attractive offerings. Various performances including music, storytelling, dance parties, and craft activities will be available, providing a fun and educational experience for parents and children to enjoy together.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Have you ever lent money to a friend? It’s common to face situations where friends don’t repay the borrowed money on time. A netizen in a Facebook group asked how to remind friends to repay money without feeling awkward, sparking a heated discussion. Many netizens shared their experiences, with some suggesting creative ways to handle the situation, while others expressed reluctance to lend money again due to the potential awkwardness of reminding friends to repay the debt.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
根據三立新聞網的報導，美國AI晶片大廠NVIDIA首度成為全球市值最高公司，市值超過微軟。輝達以賣AI工具為主，被比喻為賣鏟子的商人，專門提供給製造AI的公司，因此被認為賣AI比挖礦更賺錢。其創辦人黃仁勳的身價也大幅增長，位列全球富豪排行榜第11位。投資者對輝達的前景樂觀，帶動其市值暴增。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Recent reports indicate an influx of Samsung Electronics employees leaving for NVIDIA, with 515 staff members making the move. In response to the talent drain, Samsung has reportedly hired 278 staff from NVIDIA and recruited employees from TSMC and Intel to fill the gaps. This talent mobility trend extends beyond just Samsung and NVIDIA, as Intel, Micron, and TSMC also become key players in the talent competition in the semiconductor industry.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
FTNN News Website on June 19, 2024, reported that the parliamentary reform review bill will be voted on in the Legislative Yuan tomorrow. Kaohsiung Mayor and People First Party Chairman Ko Wen-je believes that political power in Taiwan should come with corresponding responsibilities. He criticized President Lai Ching-te for having power without accountability, highlighting the need for the president to report to the Legislative Yuan and answer queries from party caucuses. Ko Wen-je emphasized that administrative power, as evidenced by various cases in recent years, can be harmful, pointing out the importance of parliamentary reform as a safeguard against such harm. He expressed disappointment in the ruling Democratic Progressive Party's lack of communication and coordination on legislative matters since the election and questioned their governance plans for the country. Ko Wen-je stressed the importance of open debates and discussions, citing examples from the past. He also discussed specific legislative issues such as the Hualien-East Taiwan Highway project and the East Coast Rail Line extension, emphasizing the need for practical and timely solutions to these infrastructure projects.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
McDonald's global fast food giant implemented an AI ordering system developed by IBM in over a hundred stores in the US in 2019, which has been producing errors such as adding bacon to ice cream and creating orders for chicken nuggets costing up to $313.6 or around NT$10,000, leading to widespread online mockery. Due to these incidents, McDonald's announced the full termination of AI ordering by the end of July, while expressing belief in the technology's future potential and stating intentions to evaluate long-term and scalable solutions for voice ordering services by the end of the year.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
斗六分局長平派出所警員及所長迅速回應民眾報案，揭發一名男子幾乎落入假檢警詐騙陷阱。詐騙者偽裝成刑事警察，聲稱要凍結男子的帳戶，要求提領全部存款交給他們。警方耐心向男子解釋真相後，成功阻止了詐騙行為，呼籲民眾小心求證來電訊息，並教導家中長輩避免成為詐騙受害者。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
TSMC's ADR continued to rise, but the Taiwan stock market opened lower on June 20, fluctuating between 23100 and 23300 points. Huang Wenqing from Taiwan New Investment Consulting expressed that although there was a pullback after a rise, confidence in Taiwan stocks remains high with a strong bullish trend. He mentioned the possibility of further upward movement due to an active AI sector and positive policy impacts on industrial stocks. Investors are advised to monitor trading volume for signs of instability.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
On June 19, 2024, Wang Xiaofei's new wife Mandy met Zhang Lan, the mother-in-law, with their interaction exposed online. Wang Xiaofei, the ex-husband of Barbie Hsu, announced his remarriage in late May to his Taiwanese girlfriend, Ma Xiaomei (Mandy). Recently, Wang Xiaofei took Mandy to meet his mother, Zhang Lan, for dinner. Mandy sweetly called Zhang Lan 'mom', making her very happy. Their interaction sparked discussions among netizens. Mandy's witty response to a 'red envelope' request from Zhang Lan also garnered high praise from netizens.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Chinese ride-share app operator Dida is conducting a Hong Kong IPO to raise up to HK$273.7 million ($35.06 million). The company plans to sell 39.1 million shares at a price range of HK$5 to HK$7 each, with final pricing scheduled for June 26. Dida, a smaller competitor to Didi, will have a market capitalization of around $900 million if shares sell at the top end of the range.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Some people can't take a joke well, finding them meaningless. Each person's level of acceptance towards jokes varies; while some can laugh it off superficially, others find them pointless, turning a light-hearted atmosphere into an awkward one. There are three zodiac signs that are the 'worst at taking jokes', where a misstep may damage the friendship. The top 3 includes Virgo, Cancer, and Pisces, each with their unique approach to humor, sensitivity, and interactions.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
In response to increasing threats from the PLA, the Taiwan Ministry of National Defense recently reported to the Legislative Yuan on upgrades to the Sky Bow 3 and Extended Range Sky Bow 3 missile systems to enhance overall defense capabilities. The Air Force's allocation of 8.3 billion NTD for Tien Kung 3 missile testing has sparked attention, with Minister of National Defense, Gu Li Xiong addressing the matter. The Tien Kung 3 missile system, developed by the Chung Shan Institute of Science and Technology, is designed for increased battlefield survivability to protect national security. The project, running from June 18 until the end of 125th Republic of China Year, involves the Air Force's Air Defense and Missile Command, and the winning bid was awarded to the Chung Shan Institute of Science and Technology.
Source: YAHOO