Reported about 1 year ago
Former Chairman of Taichung Commercial Bank, Wang Gui-feng, was sued by the New Taipei District Prosecutors Office for embezzling over 1 billion NT of public funds, requesting the judge to detain him. However, the court ruled for his release on a bail of 150 million NT. The prosecution sought 15 years in prison for Wang for violating the Securities and Exchange Act and other crimes, with an additional fine of 500 million NT. The case involves Wang renting yachts, private jets, organizing kart races, renting luxury houses for entertaining purposes, and causing significant financial disorder. The Financial Supervisory Commission also penalized the bank's general manager and branch with salary cuts and fines for closely related financial irregularities involving over 10 billion NT.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In May, U.S. existing home sales fell for the third consecutive month as high prices and increasing mortgage rates deterred potential buyers, with sales dropping 0.7% to 4.11 million units. The National Association of Realtors reported a surge in housing inventory for the first time in nearly two years, potentially curbing further price increases and improving affordability. However, weak sales, along with a decline in housing starts and building permits, suggest that rising mortgage rates have hindered the housing market's recovery. Median home prices hit a record high of $419,300, surging 5.8% year-over-year, with most homes selling above $750,000 and 30% selling above the listing price. Despite the increase in supply, entry-level homes remain limited, and the housing market is not expected to drive the economy in the upcoming months.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Blizzard Entertainment, who confirmed no BlizzCon event this year, will interact with players through other activities, announced their participation at gamescom 2024 in Cologne alongside Microsoft. They plan to unveil special content for 'World of Warcraft,' 'Diablo,' and 'Overwatch' series. Focus will be on upcoming releases like 'World of Warcraft: Heart of the Swarm' and 'Diablo IV: Body of Hatred.' Overwatch 2 will feature a Porsche collaboration showcasing a life-size D.Va statue and a recreated classic map. Microsoft's Xbox Studios, Activision Blizzard, Bethesda, and others will also announce game updates at gamescom 2024. Blizzard President Johanna Faries expressed excitement to celebrate the bond created with European players in the game universe.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Padma Lakshmi shared photos on Instagram to celebrate her daughter Krishna's middle school graduation, where Krishna posed with her mom and dad, Adam Dell, in a rare family picture. Lakshmi expressed pride in her daughter's achievements and thanked the school staff and teachers. The duo often share candid conversations on social media, showcasing their bond. Despite Krishna being in the public eye, she does not have her own social media account, as her mom is strict about certain aspects of her upbringing.
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Reported about 1 year ago
謝孟其持有台大碩士學位，放棄生技公司高薪工作，逐夢音樂路，堅信「學以致用是一種幸福，但追求理想更是無價！他從事音樂統籌企劃、詞曲創作等工作，並發行個人創作專輯《反芻》，將生活感慨寫入歌曲中。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Mashdigi於2024年6月21日報導指出，蘋果在WWDC 2024中公布的人工智慧服務「Apple Intelligence」僅限於iPhone 15 Pro以上機種、Apple Silicon處理器設計的Mac或iPad使用，蘋果否認這是商業考量，並表示其基於記憶體容量和算力考量。用於iPhone 15 Pro以上的A17 Pro處理器的NPU效能高達35 TOPS，配備8GB記憶體，符合使用「Apple Intelligence」的標準。目前尚無確認蘋果是否會考慮將服務擴展至較舊機種，且預計將於今年秋季試行，2025年擴至更多國家地區。
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 21, 2024, the Smart Living Space Industry Alliance organized a 'study tour' to visit the Daikin Air Conditioning FUHA Experience Hall in Japan. Participants from Taiwan, led by the General Manager of Productivity Technology Group, Chang Fang-min, explored smart low carbon sustainable buildings in the Kansai region. The visit aimed to learn from Japan's strategies for reducing carbon emissions in buildings through passive design to decrease energy consumption. Various industry leaders highlighted Japan's innovative approaches to addressing environmental challenges and creating competitive advantages for enterprises, cities, and countries by redefining values with a human-centric focus.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Philippines is undergoing a significant expansion of natural gas power, despite global calls to reduce fossil fuel usage for climate change. Governor Hermilando Mandanas of Batangas province, a supporter of natural gas, has ties to a real estate firm that benefits from the buildout. Analysts predict higher electricity costs for Filipinos and suggest that clean renewables could meet future energy needs. Legal experts view Mandanas's involvement as a conflict of interest, possibly violating Philippines ethics laws on public officials' business interests.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 21, 2024, at 11:16 AM, the Taroko Express train collision with falling rocks incident left a total of eight passengers injured, including an 80-year-old man and a 4-year-old boy. Some passengers recalled the moment of impact, describing it like an anti-aircraft drill, being thrown around and feeling shaken. The injured passengers were assisted to safety, with some needing medical attention. Luckily, all are reported to be out of danger now.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Anthropic has recently released the new chatbot service model, Claude 3.5 Sonnet, which boasts higher performance than its previous version Claude 3 Opus, with a reaction speed over twice as fast. The model is now available for use, including for free accounts. Anthropic also plans to introduce Claude 3.5 Haiku with faster response speed and Claude 3.5 Opus with higher performance later this year. In comparisons with other models like GPT-4o from OpenAI, Geming 1.5 Pro from Google, and Llama 3-4000 billion parameters version from Meta, Claude 3.5 Sonnet outperformed in various tasks such as logical inference, knowledge understanding, programming, and mathematical calculations. The new model excelled in visual analysis, capable of interpreting incomplete images into text, making it beneficial for image recognition and data analysis tasks in industries such as retail, logistics, and finance. Anthropic also added a new 'Artifacts' feature allowing users to input additional update prompts for the chatbot during automatic text generation, supporting further interaction with the chatbot or collaborative work completion. Claude 3.5 Sonnet is currently open for all users, accessible through the Claude App on iOS platform or via Anthropic API, AWS Bedrock, and Google Cloud's Vertex AI platform, with a pricing of $3 for every million input tokens and $15 for every million output tokens, similar to the previous versions.
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Reported about 1 year ago
People working in fields such as paramedics, hospice care, and morgue attendants shared strange and chilling experiences they have encountered related to death. Stories include witnessing phenomena like gas escaping from a body, surreal accidents, unusual post-mortem reactions, and eerie situations like hanging scenes or unexpected recoveries during CPR. These accounts showcase the bizarre and unsettling aspects of dealing with death in various professions.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Boston Fed President Susan Collins emphasizes the need for Fed patience in assessing interest rate cuts, citing mixed US economic data and volatile market conditions. She gathers real-time intelligence from business owners and consumers in her district, such as Lawrence, Mass., revealing concerns about inflation, consumer caution towards price hikes, and uncertainty about Fed rate cuts. Amid optimism and cautiousness, the field visit provides insights supporting a balanced monetary policy approach amidst varying economic sectors and regions, suggesting a realistic optimism for a future with a healthy economy and balanced inflation.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Boston Fed President Susan Collins is cautious as she gathers data on the economy and inflation by meeting with various stakeholders in her district. She highlights observations on concerns about inflation, consumer spending, and the labor market during a recent field visit in Lawrence, Massachusetts. Collins' blend of optimism and caution is reflected in her assessments, emphasizing the need for patience and data alignment before determining the next steps in monetary policy, with a focus on maintaining a healthy labor market.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 21, 2024, at 11:13 a.m., Wang, a 63-year-old individual, reported to the Gangshan police that he lost NT$3.35 million after responding to investment ads online and meeting with scammers in person nine times. The police acted promptly, ambushed the scammer during a meeting with Wang, and successfully apprehended the driver named Zhong (born in 1985) on charges of fraud. Gangshan police reminds the public to verify any suspicious investment messages and provides ways to contact authorities to reduce the risk of falling victim to fraud.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to a Sohu columnist, Aries, Leo, and Libra will experience a boost in financial luck in early July 2024. Aries will see stable growth in both regular and unexpected income, advising to consider increasing investments. Leo's financial prospects will improve, with potential for promotions and additional income, suggesting to engage in social activities. Libra's financial situation will also elevate, especially for those contributing significantly to team efforts, prompting adjustments in investment strategies. Practical advice is given to each sign for maximizing wealth while maintaining balance and interpersonal relationships.
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Reported about 1 year ago
CPBL's Brother achieved their first 3-game winning streak of the season by defeating the Weichuan Dragons 11-4 on June 21. After the game, head coach Hirabayashi Koichi revealed the tactics used to conquer the strong pitcher Xu Ruoxi, emphasizing the importance of not solely relying on hitting to win against him. The team's performance and strategy were commended, with player Chen Tzu-Hao hitting a home run for the third consecutive game. Hirabayashi emphasized the need for a correct mindset and steady performance rather than just focusing on winning streaks for a stable team throughout the season.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In a game against the Wei Chuan Dragons, CTBC Brothers achieved their first three-game winning streak of the season with an 11-4 victory. Chen Tzu-Hao hit a home run in all three games, accumulating 10 RBIs and winning two MVP titles. Chen attributed the wins to the team's collective effort rather than individual performance. The team's recent strong offensive display, including a 3.07 batting average and 0.505 slugging percentage over the last three games, has been led not only by Chen but also by contributions from other players like Hsu Chi-Hung, resulting in a total of 23 runs scored. The team's coach praised Chen's exceptional form and highlighted the improved performance of the entire team. Chen expressed satisfaction with his recent performance, stating that his hits, including three home runs in three games, have made significant contributions to the team's success.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Actress Jian Manshu attended the opening ceremony of the 'TARA Explorer's Perspective Photography Exhibition' on June 21, 2024, where she discussed how to care for her co-star Wang Bojie after his recent drunk driving scandal led to canceled projects. Manshu, known for her keen sense of smell, did not detect alcohol on Bojie during their collaboration, attributing it to late-night filming schedules leaving them too exhausted for drinking. She emphasized the seriousness of drunk driving while also highlighting the issue of 'next-day hangovers' as she hopes Bojie will reflect and not repeat his actions. Manshu also expressed joy for co-star Fu Mengbo's recent transition into fatherhood, reflecting on parenting challenges with her own daughters, including discussing societal and environmental issues with her sensitive older daughter.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Mirai Nagasu, a 31-year-old figure skater, surprised fans by announcing the birth of her son in a sponsored Instagram post promoting a tourist attraction in Boston. Just days before, she had confirmed her engagement to Michael Bramante. The announcement delighted fans, with many commenting on the unique and joyful reveal. Nagasu, known for making history at the 2018 Winter Olympics, continues to share surprises and milestones on social media.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In the seventh episode of 'RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars,' queens returned to perform in a spoof short film called 'Meeting in the Ladies Room.' The episode featured discussions among the queens backstage about their performances, critiques, and strategies, including Plastique Tiara's successful attempt to divert attention from herself during the elimination process. Guest judge Colton Haynes praised the queens for their game-changing moments, and Angeria Paris VanMichaels ultimately chose to eliminate Gottmik.
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Reported about 1 year ago
CPBL's Taoyuan Monkeys faced Uni-President Lions at home, with a dominant pitching game in the first half turning into a hitting battle in the second half. The game saw the Monkeys breaking the tie with a 2-run homer in the bottom of the sixth, only for the Lions to respond with 5 runs in the top of the seventh. However, a late rally by the Monkeys, including key home runs in the eighth and ninth innings, helped them secure a narrow 7-6 victory over the Lions in a thrilling game.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Former Hong Kong heartthrob Nicholas Tse and BLACKPINK member Jennie happily posed for a photo together, sparking discussions on social media. After Jennie's contract ended with her previous agency, she has been showcasing her fashion collaborations on Instagram. The photo of Jennie playfully posing with the noticeably aged Nicholas Tse was a promotional collaboration for CLOT and Adidas, leading to netizens likening Tse to 'Zhang Yimou' and marveling at his aging appearance.
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Reported about 1 year ago
OpenAI收购了Rockset，这是为高调人工智能公司迄今为止最重要的收购。ChatGPT的制造商周五表示，计划整合Rockset的技术，帮助企业客户和开发人员更好地利用OpenAI平台上的数据。 Rockset的部分团队成员也将加入OpenAI。交易条款未披露。 OpenAI正在与Anthropic和Alphabet Inc.的Google等竞争对手激烈竞争，以构建最强大的人工智能模型，并将其打包为引人注目的服务，供企业购买。这家初创公司在2月份的一次要约购股中估值860亿美元，根据首席执行官Sam Altman最近对员工所作的评论，今年预计将产生34亿美元的收入。Rockset由前Facebook员工创立，提供技术来检索、索引和使数据可搜索，适用于游戏到金融科技等行业的企业客户。 Rockset在8月由Icon Ventures领投，Sequoia和Greylock参与，筹集了4400万美元。该公司迄今已筹集了1.05亿美元的资金。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Sitetracker, a SaaS company specializing in telecommunications, is aiding the electrification of commercial vehicles by providing a cloud-based infrastructure. Their software streamlines processes, helps deploy infrastructure chargers for electric fleets, and automates tasks to boost efficiency in charging operations. Sitetracker collaborates with companies like ChargePoint, Duke Energy, and EVgo to facilitate the transition to electrification in the transportation sector.
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Reported about 1 year ago
FreightWaves article discusses recent enhancements in the CargoWise platform, which automates interactions, streamlines transportation processes, and improves visibility across the supply chain. The focus is on CargoWise Landside's role in intermodal drayage, addressing challenges like port congestion and optimizing movements. CargoWise aims to be the logistics operating system globally, offering end-to-end solutions like storage management and door-to-door delivery. Collaboration with partners and integration with various systems are key to achieving efficient logistics operations.
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