Reported about 1 year ago
The article discusses investing $500 in three no-brainer stocks: Amazon, Innovative Industrial Properties, and Johnson & Johnson. It highlights Amazon's dominant presence in e-commerce and cloud services, IIP's unique position in leasing properties to cannabis companies, and J&J's consistent growth and high credit rating despite ongoing legal challenges. The article emphasizes the benefits of online brokers for retail investors and the current opportunities in the stock market. Source: The Motley Fool
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Reported about 1 year ago
TSMC reaching a new high of 984 NT dollars led to a surge in AI concept stocks like MediaTek, Quanta, and Wiwynn, with Foxconn closing at 203 NT dollars. The Taiwan stock market surged by 517 points, reaching a new high of 23275.3 points, and closing at 23209.54 points, setting a new record. This surge was driven by TSMC, as it continued its momentum with a 4.03% increase, exceeding 980 NT dollars both intraday and at closing. Analysts foresee the AI trend further boosting Taiwan's stock market size, highlighting TSMC's dominant position in the market. Despite short-term profit-taking, the semiconductor industry is expected to remain strong until 2026, ensuring sustained market demand.
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Reported about 1 year ago
President Lai Ching-te, who has been in office for one month, personally announced the establishment of the National Climate Change Response Committee, the National Resilience Defense Committee, and the Healthy Taiwan Promotion Committee with task-oriented composition. However, Ko Wen-je, chairman of the People First Party, criticized the establishment of committees by the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) as ineffective maneuvers to insert their own people without tangible results. Also, criticism was raised about the lack of legal basis for Lai's committees by the Kuomintang legislators, questioning the constitutionality and legality of the move.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A clash between Chinese and Filipino vessels occurred in the disputed South China Sea on June 17. Filipino media reported that the Chinese Coast Guard's 'aggressive behavior' led to 8 naval personnel being injured, with one losing a finger. The Chinese side claimed that Filipino vessels illegally entered the vicinity of Ren'ai Reef, accusing them of deliberately creating the collision incident. Chinese media revealed footage of the Chinese Coast Guard conducting an inspection on the Filipino vessel, as part of their new law enforcement measures. The incident has sparked tensions in the region, with both countries making accusations against each other.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The popular music group Go Yuren and Mr. Mi are both nominated for Best Band at the 35th Gold Melody Awards. They engaged in a friendly agreement that whoever wins must treat the other to McDonald's. In terms of red carpet outfits, Dog Qing hinted at a slightly sexy outfit, while her companion jokingly chimed in 'very revealing.' Mr. Mi is yet to finalize his outfit after seeing Go Yuren's, leading to a reconsideration. The event will take place on June 19, as reported by TTV news.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Reddit users shared various foods that are more cost-effective and even tastier when made at home, including pan pizzas, cold brew concentrate, bread, oat milk, hummus, chicken wings, and more. Making these items at home not only saves money but also allows for customization, better quality ingredients, and larger portions, providing significant cost savings compared to store-bought options.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Motley Fool article discusses four key reasons to consider buying Celsius stock despite its recent 35% drop in share price: the company's successful growth in the energy drink market, partnership opportunities with PepsiCo leading to triple-digit sales growth, impressive margins, expansion into international markets like Japan and Canada, and a more reasonable valuation with strong growth projections. The article highlights Celsius as a promising investment with potential for long-term gains.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A teenage girl named Anhan (pseudonym) left home in anger and was introduced by a netizen to work as a hostess. After spending all her savings, she sought help from a man she met through a social networking app, who then offered her a job as a hostess in a hotel earning between 3000 to 6000 yuan per session. Her family, with the help of the police, found Anhan and pressed charges against the man. The court sentenced him to 3 months in prison for violating child welfare laws with the option of paying a fine. An appeal is possible.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 12, around 4:50 pm, a 47-year-old woman surnamed Li collapsed at the Hukou service area in Taoyuan City. Despite the companion calling the fire department for an ambulance, Li had lost consciousness. Fortunately, officers from the National Highway Police Bureau's Second Highway Police Detachment in Yangmei, Captain Cai Guocheng and Liu Yunjia, happened to be patrolling nearby and performed CPR on Li under the guidance of the fire department over the phone. She regained consciousness after the rescue and was taken to the hospital with no major issues. The family expressed gratitude towards the police for their prompt actions.
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Reported about 1 year ago
王柏傑因醉駕撞車被警方帶走，活動廠商緊急找蔡凡熙代打。蔡凡熙透露收到王柏傑的私訊，王柏傑則坦承當晚喝酒後駕車撞車遭逮。蔡凡熙臨危受命救火，表示酒後駕車危害大並呼籲大眾飲酒需謹慎。此外，三立新聞提醒喝酒不開車，開車不喝酒，更多相關報導包括孫安佐的移送和孫鵬狄鶯的事件。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Sun Peng's residence was searched by Taipei City police and investigators, seizing some gunpowder and daggers. His son, Sun Anzuo, was brought in for questioning, possibly related to his prior display of a firearm in Xinyi District. Sun Peng and Di Ying did not respond to phone calls; however, Anzuo's agent provided updates on the situation. Anzuo's recent activities include developing firearms and cold weapons, with plans for a large event in August labeled 'End of the World World Saving Plan.' Anzuo's agent reported being issued a search warrant and having their phone confiscated, while Anzuo is yet to respond, having Sun Peng accompany him to the police station for questioning.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Recent disputes over priority seats in Taipei Metro have prompted the transportation company to gather cases and send a letter to the central government to amend laws to meet societal expectations. The issue has sparked public discussions on whether to abolish priority seats. The Ministry of Health and Welfare revealed plans to revise the Disability Rights Act, with the transportation department's input. Mayor Hou emphasized the need for courtesy in using priority seats, avoiding age and moral coercion, and ensuring they serve their intended purpose effectively.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Brad Pitt leads in an upcoming Formula 1 racing movie where filming took place on real race tracks during Grand Prix events in collaboration with Formula 1® and FIA. Pitt portrays a retired racer and will share the screen with Damson Idris in the fictional team 'APXGP'. With a star-studded cast and a budget exceeding $300 million, the movie is set to release on June 25, 2025, and features Lewis Hamilton's Dawn Apollo Films as one of the production companies.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taoyuan Mayor Zhang Shan-Zheng presided over a municipal meeting where he emphasized the importance of strengthening building and enterprise disaster prevention strategies, urging for stricter fire prevention inspections in building systems, and promoting enterprise disaster prevention projects using risk assessments and fire dynamic simulators. Three key initiatives were proposed: evaluating fire risk weighting based on building types to ensure sufficient fire personnel allocation in each area, assessing disaster prevention structures and earthquake resistance of buildings according to their completion time, and utilizing real-time monitoring technologies to track disaster progress and ensure firefighter safety. This initiative follows the Qingkonghui fire incident in Hsinchu as a case study, where issues of insufficient fire isolation between electrical ducts, ineffective fire safety doors, and equipment malfunctions were identified, prompting the city to step up safety inspections for high-rise residential buildings in Taoyuan.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Recently, rumors of a marriage crisis have surrounded Michelle Chen and Chen Xiao, who have been married for 8 years. Well-known paparazzo 'Jiang Xiaoyan' disclosed that Chen Xiao has been wanting a divorce since the end of last year, which has led to public curiosity and scrutiny. Netizens uncovered past interviews where Chen Xiao appeared visibly displeased while Michelle Chen seemed affectionate, sparking concerns over their relationship. Both parties have yet to respond to the rumors, leaving fans anxious about the situation.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwanese actress Kuo Chia-yen made a low-key response when asked about her ex-boyfriend Wang Bo-jie's recent drunk driving arrest, reminding everyone to be cautious and not drink and drive. Kuo Chia-yen and Wang Bo-jie dated briefly after co-starring in a TV show in 2008 but broke up in 2010 due to his alcohol-related behavior. Kuo Chia-yen also shared her regret of not starting her skincare routine earlier and emphasized the importance of using skincare products. She also discussed beauty tips with her co-spokesperson Lou Jun-shuo at a Shiseido event. Lou Jun-shuo, who is engaged, expressed his well-wishes and future plans, including releasing a new EP. Overall, the focus was on Kuo Chia-yen's response to her ex's legal troubles and her beauty routines.
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Reported about 1 year ago
在《2024真愛秀．藍寶石大歌廳》中，洪榮宏將在8/4再度登藍寶石，展現「榮式經典」。他分享了保持唱功和身材管理的秘訣，表示最愛的運動是健走。此外，洪榮宏提到與胡瓜合作過的趣事，而在這次表演中，余祥銓將與父親余天同台演出，帶來更多精彩。
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Reported about 1 year ago
During the Legislative Yuan committee meeting on June 19, 2024, the Executive Yuan invited Premier Su Tseng-chang to report and be questioned on the parliamentary powers reform review. DPP lawmaker Chiu Chih-wei mentioned the defense, interior, economic, finance, and agricultural ministers regarding grassroots reactions to the proposed amendments. Minister of the Interior Liu Shih-fang acknowledged concerns raised by many religious groups and Minister of Agriculture Chen Chun-chi stated that agricultural associations have expressed worries about the investigations. Chiu emphasized the importance of laws benefiting the nation and people, not causing harm or threats. Premier Su expressed full support for the legislators' points, stressing the responsibility of proposing reviews. This session also involved discussions on potentially expanding the scope of inquiries to military and religious organizations, with concerns voiced by Ministers and lawmakers regarding potential impact on various sectors and groups.
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Reported about 1 year ago
This year's Golden Melody Awards feature a strong lineup of bands, with Mr. Mi and fellow band Sodagreen nominated for 'Best Band' with their album 'All Caused by Romance'. Facing tough competition from other bands like Fire EX. and No Party for Cao Dong, Mr. Mi maintains a 'desire to win and fearlessness of losing' mindset. Regarding the nomination, Mr. Mi and lead singer Saint share insights during a press conference, with Saint playfully criticizing Yang Da-zheng for downplaying the importance of the award. Despite the competitive atmosphere, Mr. Mi expresses respect for all competitors and reminisces about the early days of his band's success. The band is also set to perform at Taipei Arena, expressing more excitement about standing on such an iconic stage than nerves about the award nomination.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 19, 2024, Wang Xiaofei and Mandy officially obtained their marriage certificate last month. Wang Xiaofei joyfully took Mandy to meet his mother Zhang Lan after over half a month of marriage. Zhang Lan seemed very pleased with Mandy, even calling her 'daughter-in-law', which caught the attention of netizens. This marked Mandy's first meeting with her mother-in-law, and their interactions were harmonious and affectionate.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Nvidia recently surpassed Microsoft to become the world's most valuable company with a market cap of $3.335 trillion, driven by its success in AI adoption and GPU technology. The article predicts that Nvidia's market cap will hit $5 trillion by 2026, supported by its dominance in AI, data center GPUs, and gaming chips, as well as upcoming opportunities in self-driving cars, professional visualization, and quantum computing. Analysts expect revenue growth to reach $180 billion by 2025, paving the way for Nvidia's market cap milestone.
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Reported about 1 year ago
FTNN News, June 19, 2024 - During the parliamentary reform review scheduled for the 21st, the People's Party pointed out that the reasons for the review proposed by the Executive Yuan are based on false information. People's Party Chairman Ko Wen-je anticipated that the next focus of opposition between the ruling and opposition parties will be the Fiscal Planning Law. Ko urged Lai Ching-te to run for president as a national leader and not to uphold the New Tide movement. He criticized the Democratic Progressive Party's reluctance to negotiate with the People's Party and denounced their approach of creating opposition while expecting support for their bills.
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Reported about 1 year ago
FTNN News Network reported that the Lee Kuo-hsiu memorial play 'Samu-Rodor' will be staged again this year, featuring actors such as Tseng Kuo-cheng, Tang Tsung-sheng, Chung Hsin-ling, Chu Te-kuang, Chen Da-tian, Wu Yi-pei, Liang Zhe, and A-Hsi. Tseng, Chung, and Chu will reunite after 10 years, recreating a successful and cherished performance from the past. The play will tour major theaters in Taiwan starting from December 7th. Tickets will go on sale on June 24th at 1 pm.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Domestically first high-dividend ETF Yuanta High-Dividend (0056) achieves a record-breaking milestone by officially crossing 300 billion in scale, marking its 14th consecutive year of dividends and filling dividends. 0056 is the only domestic ETF that selects stocks based on predicting future one-year cash dividend yields, aiming to offer investors high dividend features and withstand various market tests. With a history of dividend growth following the profit growth of Taiwan's stock market, 0056 has shown an increasing distribution trend and flexibility in returns, appealing to stock investors transitioning from individual stocks to ETFs amid the growing ETF market in Taiwan. Yuanta Investment points out the importance of considering the ETF's net asset value composition disclosed on its website to evaluate the ETF's long-term ability to accumulate dividend and capital gains.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The collaboration between CTS and PTS Taiwan in producing the new drama 'On the Road to Success', featuring actors Wang Shixian, Li Chengbin, and Zhang Shiyin, aims to explore the topic of 'what defines a successful man' in a humorous and light-hearted manner. The play delves into the societal expectations placed on men throughout history and how it influences their journey to manhood, discussing what actions make someone a 'real man'. At the recent commencement ceremony, the actors expressed their thoughts on gender roles in today's society and the importance of evolving perspectives towards male and female equality and individual self-expression.
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