Reported about 1 year ago
According to statistics from the Ministry of Finance, the personal property and land consolidated tax revenues in Taiwan reached 6.2 billion in May, with an 86% year-on-year increase, hitting a new high for the same period in history. Experts attribute this to the active real estate market, large transaction volumes, and significant increases in property prices, resulting in more sales and higher tax payments. Notably, Taoyuan and Kaohsiung saw the most staggering increases of 158% and 115% respectively. Advice on tax planning strategies for property transactions is also provided.
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Reported about 1 year ago
今日上午，台北內湖科技園區發生停電事故，影響共655戶，台電搶修至12點26分全數復電。經濟部長郭智輝回應指出，停電是因地下電纜久未更換，妥善率不佳所致跳電，與缺電無關。他表示已加強檢查該地區，期望在一、兩天內解決問題。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Global Mall屏東市在年中慶、618購物季之際推出多元回饋，包括點數放大、行動支付優惠、滿額禮等活動，並引進新服飾品牌快閃。此外，即將開設的餐飲新櫃「巴蜀大爺川料理・酸菜魚」是南臺灣首家店，主打川料理及創意菜色。屏東Global Mall也提供優惠活動如消費滿額再多重回饋，並推出夏季服飾及飲食優惠，讓民眾慶祝換季、畢業季及夏日出遊。
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Reported about 1 year ago
An idol group in South Korea reported to the police that they were physically assaulted by the head of their management company, who used a 90cm blunt weapon, all because their dormitory was too dirty. The incident led to the police filing a case of 'special violence,' especially alarming as one of the assaulted members was underage. Investigations are ongoing into this disturbing case of mistreatment in the entertainment industry.
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Reported about 1 year ago
During a legislative session on June 18, 2024, Kuomintang lawmaker Liao Wei-xiang questioned Premier Su Tseng-chang about the amendment prohibiting landlords from charging electricity fees exceeding the total electricity cost. Premier Su expressed commitment to push for the implementation of the amendment in July and assured cooperation. The amendment aims to address concerns of tenants facing potential electricity fee hikes following the increase in electricity prices by Taiwan Power Company.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In a hair salon in Tainan, Taiwan, a 42-year-old man surnamed Xu, while getting his hair washed, suddenly grabbed the wrists of the female stylist and made a gesture as if he was going to grope her chest. The salon staff intervened immediately, the female stylist reported the incident to the police and pressed charges against Xu. The police have identified Xu through surveillance footage and will be summoning him for questioning and punishment according to the law. Xu claimed that he was trying to give the hardworking stylist a massage to relieve her fatigue. The incident is being investigated under the Sexual Harassment Prevention Act.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Japanese actor Takeshi Kaneshiro, who plays a prosecutor in the mystery series 'The Victim's Game: Season 2,' shared his experience of learning Chinese and adjusting to the working environment in Taiwan during a press event for the show. Kaneshiro, known for his work in various countries, noted significant differences in work environment between Taiwan and Japan, expressing appreciation for Taiwan's humane working conditions and reasonable work hours. He joked about not having time to regret his decision to take on the role, highlighting the positive changes he has observed in Taiwan over the past decade.
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Reported about 1 year ago
During a comprehensive inquiry session by the DPP party in the New Taipei City Council, Councilor Zhuo Guanting raised questions regarding the development of the Shulin Dagan Garden AI industrial park and potential mayoral candidates, requesting Mayor Hou Yu-yi's stance. However, when questioned about the latest KMT internal poll revealed by the media, showing Vice Mayor Lee Sichuan leading by a large margin over Mayor Hou's Deputy Mayor Liu Heran, Hou initially claimed ignorance before admitting to seeing it. Guanting expressed skepticism, suggesting the poll may be purposefully biased to suppress Liu's popularity and elevate Lee's, to which Hou intriguingly responded with 'respecting public opinion.'
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Reported about 1 year ago
President Lai Ching-te met with the Transatlantic Visit Delegation from the Washington think tank Atlantic Council at the Presidential Office, highlighting the support of transatlantic democratic nations for Taiwan. Lai emphasized the importance of democratic countries working together to protect global peace and stability, promoting values diplomacy, strengthening partnerships with democratic nations, and enhancing global democracy, peace, prosperity, and the well-being of their peoples. The delegation included experts in foreign affairs and national security, with discussions focusing on Taiwan's security and international participation. The visit aimed to deepen ties between Taiwan and the US, Latvia, and the Czech Republic, through various mechanisms like economic dialogues and trade initiatives.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to the latest actuarial report from the Ministry of Labor, the labor insurance fund is expected to be depleted by 2028. However, the Ministry of Labor Minister clarified that 'allocating funds is a form of reform.' The government has already allocated 130 billion this year, pushing the fund balance over a trillion for the first time. The government has been continuously allocating funds to ensure the stable operation of the labor insurance system amidst increasing imbalances in income and expenditure.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Following the success of the drama 'The Queen of Tears,' actresses Kim So Hyun and Kim Ji Won have gained immense popularity and are now holding individual fan meetings to meet their beloved fans. Kim Ji Won, known for her roles in various dramas, including 'Descendants of the Sun' and 'Fight for My Way,' is set to hold her first solo fan meeting in Taipei on July 21 with ticket sales starting on June 22. Organized by 'ONINN ASIA,' the event will offer different ticket prices and fan perks, such as the chance to take photos with Kim Ji Won or receive autographed posters or polaroids.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 18, 2024, at 3:20 am, in Taipei, artist Wu Chung-hsien's second daughter, Wu Tse-han's cafe on Dunhua South Road was vandalized on March 27 by two men in black wielding metal baseball bats, causing damage totaling over 160,000 yuan to antique tables and other items. The offenders, Peng Wen-de and Huang Sheng-ye, were charged by the Taipei District Prosecutors Office for destruction and intimidation. The men claimed their motive was dissatisfaction with Wu Chung-hsien's hosting style and insisted they acted independently. The incident occurred at the 'AMBI-CAFE' cafe in the Ginza Building on Dunhua South Road, where they disregarded staff and customers present, causing destruction with bats and by overturning and kicking objects inside the cafe, including 2 computers, 2 antique sofas, a stone table, and kitchenware, valued at 163,000 yuan. After leaving the cafe, they further damaged items in the management office, valued at 35,000 yuan. The police arrested Peng and Huang by tracing CCTV footage and confiscated two metal baseball bats.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 18, 2024, former Taiwan Navy captain Lu Lishi identified a rare event where what is believed to be a Chinese 094 ballistic missile nuclear submarine was seen floating in the waters near Kinmen. Lu concluded that it was not the previously speculated 096 ballistic missile submarine. Lu explained that the 094 submarine was likely navigating in the shallower waters of the Taiwan Strait, where deep diving is not suitable, and its ability to surface can help avoid detection. Based on analysis comparing photographs taken by local fishermen, Lu determined the submarine's location just outside China's territorial waters, approximately 11.98 nautical miles away, with Kinmen's Lieyu Harbor 25 nautical miles away to the United States having reached a consensus ahead of time.
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Reported about 1 year ago
CTWANT Weekly | Li Ying-ru On June 18, 2024, People First Party Legislator Mai Yu-chen emphasized that the legislation of the 'New Immigrant Basic Law' is imminent as new immigrants in Taiwan often have no one to turn to when encountering problems, highlighting the necessity of a dedicated service point to address their issues. Legislative Yuan's Internal Administration Committee reviewed the 'New Immigrant Basic Law' article by article last week, with Mai pushing for the establishment of a second-tier agency, 'New Immigrant Commission,' urging President Lai Ching-te to fulfill his pre-election commitment to safeguard new immigrants' rights, questioning the inconsistency between his pre-election support for a dedicated agency and his government's post-election opposition.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Yilan City Council Chairman Lin Zhiyong, who won five consecutive terms, crashed his Audi sports car three years ago and attempted to defraud the insurance company by falsely claiming the damages were caused by a fake accident involving an official car. The court sentenced Lin to 4 years and 6 months in prison and deprived him of civil rights for 3 years. The High Court upheld the verdict. Lin's accomplices, the official car driver and another man, were also sentenced to 4 years and 1 year in prison and deprived of civil rights for 3 years and 1 year, respectively.
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Reported about 1 year ago
在畢業季節，餐飲業開始調整薪資以吸引人才。一名網友分享在台積電工作月薪6萬，領薪水比藏壽司店長還低。許多網友回應表示在餐飲業工作的壓力和工時都很高，不少人認為這些高薪或許無法支付未來的醫藥費。餐飲業在下半年準備開店，紛紛提高薪水，其中藏壽司宣布將儲備店長起薪提高至5.1萬元，人力銀行也公布其他餐飲業加薪動態。
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Reported about 1 year ago
DWS, the investment arm of Deutsche Bank, predicts a GDP growth of 2% for US stocks this year and expects the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates only once, with two more cuts in the first and second quarters of next year. They are optimistic about European stocks over Japanese and US stocks, remain neutral on Asian stocks, and are increasing their allocation to Taiwan and South Korea with the help of AI. DWS also discusses the possible outcomes of the US presidential election and their impact on trade, corporate tax, and government spending, and outlines three scenarios: divided government, liberal-leaning, and Trump re-elected. They are constructive on the long-term stock market outlook, particularly favoring communication services and financial industries in Europe, with a preference for gold and the US dollar as hedging instruments.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
On June 18, 2024, Hai Yue held a shareholder meeting where, following a proposal from minority shareholders, they decided to increase dividend distribution from 9 yuan to 10 yuan per share, with cash dividends maintained at 7 yuan and stock dividends increased from 2 yuan to 3 yuan. The company recognized its solid financial performance from the past year and positive prospects for the real estate market, attributing the decision to the shareholders' proposal and the company's belief in sustained growth.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Led by TSMC, the Taiwan stock market surged by 260 points today to close at 22,757 points, setting a new record. According to the Taiwan Stock Exchange's data, foreign investors bought back 17.8 billion worth of Taiwanese stocks, correcting their previous mistakes. TSMC reached a new intraday high of 22,787 points before closing at 22,757 points. Foreign investors admitted their mistakes by purchasing 17.8 billion in stocks, ending their three-day selling streak, while institutional investors and proprietary traders also contributed to a total net buying of over 19.1 billion in Taiwan stocks.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
The Taiwan island climate is humid, leading many households to have dehumidifiers. Instead of disposing of the water collected by dehumidifiers, it can actually be reused. The water can be used for watering plants and mopping, but it is not recommended for consumption due to potential contamination from dust, dirt particles, pollen, and possible microbial growth in the water tank. Economic Affairs Ministry's Water Resources Agency advises against drinking dehumidifier water and suggests using it for other purposes like gardening and cleaning instead.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Actress Lin Ai-Xuan shared her experience of seeking exorcism from a master due to feeling unsettled recently. The master splashed her with symbolic water and told her there was a ghostly child following her, leading to an eye infection. Lin revealed that she and her partner both underwent the exorcism, with her partner finding it refreshing. Additionally, Lin and actress Xiang Jieru discussed their film 'Nightmare of Love' and their nominations for the Taiwan Film Awards. Lin also mentioned her 11-year relationship, shared shopping for attractive clothes to spice up her romance, and expressed joy at the nomination despite doubts of winning. Both actresses also talked about their red carpet attire for the upcoming film premiere on July 12.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 18, 2024, at 3:14 AM, Lin Zhi-Chen, the General Manager of Taiwan Mobile, expressed that the current state of the telecommunications industry is divided among 'three giants', but by next year, it may shift to a 'two giants, one middle' situation. Lin noted that the industry has transformed from a 'one giant, two middle' scenario to the current 'three giants' setup, and soon it will likely evolve into 'two giants, one middle'. Taiwan Mobile's financial director and spokesperson, Zhang Jia-Qi, mentioned significant profit growth due to advanced network integration and economies of scale benefits, enhancing overall earnings even after considering Taiwan Star's losses. The company's telecom operating profit from January to May this year exceeded 5 billion NT dollars, showing notable economic benefits post-merger.
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Reported about 1 year ago
FTNN News Network on June 18, 2024, at 3:14 am reported that the talented singer-songwriter White Waves composed the theme song 'Messy Dreams' for the supernatural light-hearted comedy 'House of Happiness Case Files', bringing fresh energy to the summer with its upbeat and relaxed rhythm. The song quickly reached the number one spot on the KKBOX real-time chart after its release. To infuse more emotions of the drama's characters into the music, White Waves collaborated with drama director Cai Yifen in writing the lyrics, accurately conveying the role played by Chen Tingni in the series. The music video was also directed by Cai Yifen, giving White Waves a unique experience working with a director for the first time.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Market breadth refers to the analysis of the number of advancing stocks compared to declining ones within an index or stock exchange. Positive market breadth indicates more stocks are advancing, suggesting bullish market momentum. Conversely, negative breadth indicates bearish momentum. Market breadth can be measured in various ways, such as the advanced-decline line or the percentage of stocks above certain moving averages. It's crucial for investors to remember that the market comprises individual stocks, each with its characteristics and influences, as discussed by JC Parets in a conversation with Yahoo Finance.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In Yuanlin City, Changhua County, an empty house caught fire on the afternoon of June 18. Fortunately, everyone at the scene escaped safely as the fire was brought under control 20 minutes after it started. No casualties were reported, and the cause of the fire is still under investigation. The incident caused a tense and dangerous moment as flames neared the roadside before being extinguished by firefighters.
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