Reported about 1 year ago
ASUSTek's CEO, Jonney Shih, revealed that the company's revenue for the second half of the year is expected to surpass the first half, with new AI PC products driving laptop shipments and consumer products like communication devices entering the traditional peak season. ASUSTek's ultimate goal in AI server development is to enter the complete server system assembly line. Expectations for the second half of the year are high due to trends in AI PC and AI smartphones, with laptop shipments projected to increase, aiming for single-digit percentage growth overall. Strong confidence is also expressed in the double-digit percentage growth of the automotive business, despite challenges in the supply chain. ASUSTek's comprehensive layout in AI infrastructure and plans for new customer engagement in AI servers are highlighted for future development.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 16, 2024, the Jumeirah Al Naseem Hotel in Dubai introduced a unique 'New Turtle' themed accommodation package to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Dubai Turtle Rehabilitation Project (DTRP). This initiative not only offers guests a rejuvenating experience but also contributes to wildlife conservation efforts, specifically focused on sea turtles. Through this package, guests can support marine conservation while enjoying a variety of marine experiences, including behind-the-scenes tours of turtle rescue facilities, rehabilitation areas, and the opportunity to witness the release of rescued turtles back into the ocean. Additionally, guests can enjoy various amenities and activities at the hotel, all while contributing to a good cause and raising awareness about the importance of sea turtle conservation.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Amid allegations of financial wrongdoing, Mitsubishi UFJ Morgan Stanley Securities Co. missed out on arranging at least eight yen bond deals, leading to dropping from certain planned bond deals by institutions like Development Bank of Japan Inc., Japan International Cooperation Agency, and NEC Corp. This setback comes as a consequence of recent scandals, with SMBC Nikko Securities Inc. experiencing a similar loss of business previously. Despite being one of the top arrangers for yen corporate bonds, the unit faced further challenges after the Securities and Exchange Surveillance Commission accused Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc. of repeatedly violating client confidentiality. As a result, agencies like Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan Housing Finance Agency, and Aeon Co. also decided to drop the brokerage from arranging bond deals.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 16, 2024, a male netizen expressed his addiction to the social media app Threads, leading to a trend among young people who can't stop using it, despite it not being able to replace Instagram yet. Threads is praised for its ad-free nature, clean interface, magical algorithm for recommending interesting articles, and the ability to see various users' interesting shares without adding friends. Many users believe Threads has caused neglect of Instagram and Facebook, as it creates a comfortable environment with abundant information, resonating with a large number of people.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwan's passive component production value is expected to return to growth track this year, as announced by the Ministry of Economic Affairs. After six consecutive quarters of negative growth in the third quarter of 2023, terminal demand gradually rebounded from the trough, along with customer restocking. The industry has maintained growth momentum since the second half of last year, projecting an end to two years of negative growth with a return to growth. The main exports of Taiwan's passive components include capacitors, with a significant decrease in the export share to Mainland China and Hong Kong due to global supply chain shifts, while exports to the US and ASEAN have increased compared to 2017.
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Reported about 1 year ago
FTNN News Network - June 16, 2024, 10:31 PM. Following the food poisoning incident at Pao Lin Tea House in Taipei's Far Eastern Sinyi A13, with 6 deaths and over 20 victims suffering injuries, the Consumer Foundation has officially initiated a group lawsuit. Concerned about Pao Lin's ability to pay compensation, they may also include Far Eastern Department Store's food court as a defendant, urging victims to fight for their rights. The lawsuit seeks more than 100 million in compensation, factoring in physical and mental damages, and encourages more victims to seek justice.
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Reported about 1 year ago
新加坡当局表示，一艘疏浚船报告发生突然的引擎和舵机控制失灵，导致其撞上一艘停泊的集装箱油轮，造成油污事件，污染了该城市岛屿南部海岸的部分地区。油分散剂处理的泄漏型低硫燃油进一步被潮水冲向海岸线，包括受欢迎的度假胜地新加坡圣淘沙岛。超过250名工人参与清理，设置约1.5公里长的围栏和另外1.6公里的临时隔离墙以防止油污扩散到岸边。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Former President Ma Ying-jeou's recent Facebook post criticizing President Tsai Ing-wen's successor, President Lai Ching-te, for his inauguration speech stating that 'the Republic of China and the People's Republic of China are not subordinate to each other', has led to a heated exchange between the three presidents. This sparked a debate involving former President Chen Shui-bian, as he criticized Ma Ying-jeou's actions during his tenure as the Mainland Affairs Council Chair in 1992, wherein he passed the 'Cross-Strait Relations Act', leading to tensions with China. The discussion delved into constitutional interpretations, highlighting differing views on the status of the People's Republic of China within the framework of the Republic of China's constitution.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A Porsche caught on fire at a park in Miaoli, Taiwan, with the driver escaping unharmed before the entire car was engulfed in flames and reduced to just the chassis. The local fire department arrived at the scene, extinguished the fire, and confirmed that there were no injuries. The car owner mentioned that the Porsche had been in operation for 9 years without any issues until it suddenly caught fire during a visit to Miaoli. The cause of the fire remains unknown.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to SET News on June 16, 2024, a civil group announced plans to gather outside the legislature on the 19th, 20th, and 21st of the month, coinciding with the review of parliamentary reform bills, to reveal the harms of expanding legislative powers. They warned the Kuomintang and other parties to align with public opinion. The event calls for public defense of democracy against abuses of power, organized differently this time inviting students on break, small business owners, and the general public. The group's deputy secretary-general highlighted six harms of parliamentary abuse, urging the opposition parties to reconsider. The gathering is to emphasize citizen power and rational dialogue, welcoming different opinions in the democratic process.
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Reported about 1 year ago
After a recent fundraiser where Joe Biden momentarily stood still while being applauded, alongside Barack Obama and Jimmy Kimmel, intense debate arose over whether Biden 'froze' or was simply acknowledging the applause. A video captured the moment where Obama appeared to guide Biden off stage, leading to social media discussion on Biden's mental state. Despite claims of Biden freezing, his team dismissed the allegations, emphasizing he was just taking in the crowd's applause. The event raised $28 million and featured various A-list celebrities.
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Reported about 1 year ago
在米蘭時裝周，邊佑錫和周興哲開心合照，引起網友熱議。網友紛紛調侃周興哲的外套太大，讓他看起來像邊的保鑣；然而也有人直言周興哲是有了孩子後自然長大。此外，邊佑錫在台灣引起不少風波，包括離開時受推擠以及穿著引發爭議等情況。
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Reported about 1 year ago
The 618 shopping festival has started, offering discounts and deals on household appliances, daily essentials, and 3C products worth over ten thousand yuan. PChome, Shopee, Yahoo Shopping, and Momo have unveiled their special promotions, including significant discounts on popular items such as SAMSUNG smartphones, ASUS laptops, Logitech gaming mice, Electrolux coffee machines, and more. Shopee, for example, has deals like free shipping with no minimum purchase, while Yahoo Shopping offers discounts on luxury items like jewelry and electronics. Momo Shopping is focusing on travel and entertainment vouchers, with discounts starting at 50% on various tickets and experiences.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Democratic Progressive Party Secretary-General Lin Yu-chang led several legislators to Taipei's Songshan Ciyou Temple Square for a street-side public speech on 'Anti-Abuse of Power and Protection of Democracy,' denouncing both the blue and white parties for their parliamentary abuses and undemocratic behavior. He called for the public to stand up for democracy, support the government's reconsideration motion, and emphasized the importance of citizen participation in Taiwan's democracy.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 17, it was the birthday of Legislative Yuan Speaker Han Kuo-yu. In the midst of preparations for the upcoming vote on the 'Parliamentary Reform Five Acts' reconsideration bill on the 21st, KMT legislator Luo Zhiqiang took to Facebook to wish Speaker Han a happy birthday, jokingly mentioning the challenges he faces from the opposition daily. Han Kuo-yu, born on June 17 in 1957 in Taiwan, has had a varied political career from Taipei City Councilor to Mayor of Kaohsiung, eventually becoming the Speaker of the Legislative Yuan.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Japanese TBS anchor Watadzu Takumu entered a private residence while drunk on June 3, causing a disturbance by urinating indiscriminately and prompting police intervention. The 28-year-old's career is now in ruins as he has lost all his job opportunities within the network. Although not fired, he has been suspended and assigned to administrative tasks, with uncertainty regarding his return to the screen. Watadzu has expressed remorse for his actions and is resolving the issue with the affected family in Tokyo. This incident adds to a recent trend of Japanese male and female anchors getting drunk and facing consequences for misconduct.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A 44-year-old man surnamed Zeng from Luzhou District in New Taipei City discovered what appeared to be a torpedo-like object while dismantling an old staircase on June 16 during a holiday, leading him to immediately report to the police. Upon investigation, it was confirmed to be a military-owned unexploded bomb, specifically a '120mm illumination bomb projectile' by the Sixth Army. The situation was resolved without any further incidents, with the reason for its presence in the residence still under investigation.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In Pingtung, Taiwan, a 17-year-old teen surnamed Chen allegedly got into a verbal altercation with a soldier named Wang who was on leave, at a shrimp-fishing site. Chen, reportedly intoxicated, fatally stabbed Wang with a knife after an argument. Despite being rushed to the hospital, Wang succumbed to his injuries due to excessive blood loss. Chen was apprehended by the police and charged with murder, with the case under investigation by the authorities. The incident has prompted increased security measures at local sites prone to such incidents, and the Taiwan military has expressed regret over the soldier's tragic death.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The popular 'Tissue Bread' trend from Korea has arrived in Taiwan! Regent Taipei hotel is hosting a pop-up event featuring The Truffle Bakery from Seoul, offering the sought-after 'Tissue Bread,' 'Salted Butter Roll,' and 'London Bun' that are hot on Instagram. The unique 'Tissue Bread' features a thin and soft texture, and will be available in classic butter and chocolate flavors, alongside the equally popular 'Salted Butter Roll' and 'London Bun.' Don't miss this chance to taste these trendy treats!
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Reported about 1 year ago
For car enthusiasts in Taiwan, there's a new paradise at the Taiwan Porsche Driving Center located at the Lihpao International Circuit in Taichung. With a rumored investment exceeding 500 million NTD, this center is not only Asia's first Porsche-dedicated driving facility but also a symbol of Porsche's innovation and passion in Taiwan. It features a FIA-certified track and offers a variety of driving experience courses for both loyal Porsche fans and beginners. The center showcases Porsche's rich racing history and passion for speed, providing a space for enthusiasts to enjoy the ultimate Porsche experience.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In Lu-Kang, the '2024 Small Town Light and Shadow Art Festival' has recently featured 13 limited edition scenic spots designed in collaboration with Japan's well-known healing-oriented IP 'Corner Little Friends,' where 1,500 'Corner Little Friends' light bulbs were distributed on opening day. This marks the first outdoor exhibition of 'Corner Little Friends' in Taiwan, on display until August 4th from 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM each night, with a total of 20 exhibition areas incorporating various unique light decorations throughout Lu-Kang. The festival allows visitors to experience a warm and dreamy journey with the charming and healing characters like the 'White Bear' and 'Shy Cat' in a whimsical setting.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In the era of major urban renewal in Taipei City, developers are shifting from competition to collaboration to quickly seize a share of the market. P&J Development and Saint De Fu Construction recently teamed up to launch a large-scale urban renewal project on Minsheng East Road, aiming to integrate 6 street blocks covering a total area of 6000 pings. They have completed the integration of the first phase, consisting of 2 blocks and 1700 pings, with plans to finish integrating the remaining 4 blocks within a year. This marks their third collaboration following successful cases in other districts. The developers believe that such large-scale urban renewal projects will help stabilize housing prices in the long term.
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Reported about 1 year ago
27歲歌手高爾宣宣布與35歲女友芮德登記結婚，11月將當爸爸，好友春風提出若高爾宣的女兒取名為「高莉黛」，就願意幫忙養到國小畢業。春風的幽默舉動引來網友笑稱聽起來很美，讓粉絲驚喜又樂。
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Reported about 1 year ago
SAKImoto Bakery collaborates with OSAMU GOODS to release a series of retro American-style products with limited edition packaging this summer. In celebration of the 4th anniversary in Taiwan, the Japanese bakery partners with renowned illustrator Harada Osamu to introduce the OSAMU GOODS collection, featuring cute and nostalgic designs. The collaboration includes the exclusive Peach Toast with chewy texture and sweet dried peaches, adorned with cute Cat and Dog imprints on the toast, as well as a range of signature characters on the packaging of various items like coffee cups and bread bags. Additionally, special fruity cocktails are available for purchase at SAKImoto stores and FamilyMart convenience stores. Fans can visit the stores to enjoy the KAWAII-themed decorations with Osamu's classic characters for a cute and retro summer atmosphere.
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Reported about 1 year ago
台北市寶林茶室因食材受邦克列酸菌污染，導致6人死亡、24人受傷。消基會已啟動團體訴訟，將為30多名受害者提起訴訟，並呼籲加入的受害者及其家屬儘快提供證據以推進司法程序。案件目前尚未結案，消基會將密切追蹤進展，呼籲社會共同努力以維護消費者權益。
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