Reported about 1 year ago
Entertainment news on June 19, 2024, at 10:50 am: Huang Yiming and Lian Mai, the ex-girlfriend of Wang Sicong, exchanged shallots and planned to dance the shallot dance together.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Entertainment News June 19, 2024, 10:50 AM Jin Sha shares relationship tips and reveals she never argues with her younger boyfriend.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A power outage occurred in the Ximending shopping district, Taipei City, due to a high-voltage equipment issue, affecting cinemas like Ximending Luxury Cinema and Lianhua Cinema. Taipower responded and managed to restore power shortly after the incident. However, the cinemas needed equipment inspection before resuming operations. The cause of the equipment failure at the secondary substation is still being investigated by personnel.
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Reported about 1 year ago
FTNN News reported on June 19, 2024, that the Taiwan Stock Exchange closed at 23,209.54 points with a 1.99% increase. Eight major state-owned banks sold off the most shares of electronic companies, with Hon Hai (2324) being sold over 13,000 shares and Quanta (2382) over 5,000 shares. Among the top ten stocks sold off by state-owned banks yesterday, Hon Hai (2324) topped the list with over 13,000 shares sold, followed by Uni-President (2409) with 7,034 shares sold and Shin Kong Financial (2888) with 6,279 shares sold.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The 2024 Bei Gang Jingyi Yimin Yeh Gong Sacrificial Ceremony will be held from July 1st to 6th at the Bei Gang Yimin Temple in Yunlin. This event commemorates the 108 brave soldiers who sacrificed their lives over two centuries ago in defense of their hometown and their heroic deeds. Traditional musical performances and various rituals will be part of the ceremony, showcasing the cultural significance of this historical event and inviting people to participate in honoring this heroic history.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Sun Anzuo was released on bail with a fee of 300,000 NTD and placed under residence restriction with his father Sun Peng being responsible, after being questioned by Taipei prosecutors following an incident where he and his manager brought out a gas gun at a nightclub last week. The Xinyi Police Substation and Taipei Criminal Investigation Unit searched Sun Anzuo's residence this morning, discovering suspected gunpowder and confiscating a gas gun and a dagger. He was later taken to the Northern District Prosecutors' Office for further questioning. Sun Peng, when interviewed, stated that he will cooperate to clarify the situation. Sun Anzuo did not respond to any questions from reporters as he was escorted to the prosecutors' office. More reports have surfaced about Sun Anzuo's past involvement in the adult film industry and his unsuccessful attempt at running for a district legislator position in Da'an District.
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Reported about 1 year ago
During the Cannes International Creativity Festival, Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, mentioned that he believes his Optimus humanoid robot can become everyone's 'friend' and emphasized that the robot will not be made to look more human but will be made to look more 'attractive.' Drawing inspiration from the movie 'Star Wars' and the droid R2-D2, Musk envisions robots that are more easily accepted by people and capable of performing various tasks, such as household chores, childcare, dog walking, and more. Musk anticipates a future where everyone will have their own robot, designed with a generic humanoid form to suit different job requirements and work settings. Musk mentioned the release of Tesla's second-generation humanoid robot, Optimus Gen 2, with improved movement precision and faster walking speed. Musk plans to deploy Optimus robots in factories by the end of the year, with sales to the public planned by the end of 2025, first using them in Tesla factories to assist in product production processes.
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Reported about 1 year ago
German Vice Chancellor and Economic Minister, Robert Habeck, embarked on a trip to South Korea and China to discuss trade, climate protection, and energy policies. The visit to China is particularly sensitive due to escalating trade disputes between the EU and China, especially regarding electric car tariffs. Despite concerns about potential retaliatory measures, Habeck's visit aims to emphasize international fair competition and seek solutions within WTO rules. The trip also addresses issues such as overcapacity, investment scrutiny, and sensitive technology flow between Germany and China.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Following LinkedIn's report on AI trends in the workplace, Microsoft announced that in Taiwan, as many as 84% of knowledge workers actively use AI tools for tasks like generating content, with nearly 80% using personalized AI tools, exceeding global averages. Microsoft also highlighted that AI tools are utilized across age groups to streamline processes such as drafting emails and summarizing meeting content. The importance of AI skills in recruitment is emphasized, with over 80% of Taiwan's business leaders preferring candidates with AI capabilities. Microsoft advises companies to prepare for AI trends by assessing business strategies, IT platforms, user-centric services, organizational culture, and data privacy measures. Collaborating with Taipei Fubon Bank, Microsoft's CoPilot application has enhanced productivity in 70 work scenarios, emphasizing the need for data privacy and suggesting hybrid cloud models for efficient and secure AI application development.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The amendment to the Taichung City Consumer Protection Autonomy Ordinance has passed its third reading, introducing a new system of publicizing consumer warning notices at business premises. If businesses fail to improve after being issued a warning notice, they may face fines ranging from 30,000 to 100,000 New Taiwan Dollars. If businesses refuse or tamper with the warning notices, they will also be subject to fines to protect consumer rights. This innovative new system aims to prevent consumer disputes effectively.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Chen Pin-hong, a livestreamer known for supporting Han Kuo-yu and later becoming a city representative in Douliu, has recently faced complaints from fans who purchased mangoes from him alleging that the whole box was spoiled. Fans also criticized him for selling health products at higher prices. Chen responded by stating that he would provide replacements or refunds for the problematic mangoes and sell health products at a discounted price. This controversy adds to the ongoing disputes surrounding Chen's livestreaming business after gaining fame for supporting Han Kuo-yu.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A community management committee has come under scrutiny for resorting to surveillance footage to publicly shame residents for allegedly mishandling public facilities and breaking gym equipment like treadmills and magazines. Despite attempts by residents to communicate with the committee, the situation escalated as the committee insisted on using surveillance footage to identify the responsible individuals for the damages, causing outrage among netizens questioning the committee's actions.
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Reported about 1 year ago
German media outlets, such as Deutsche Welle and Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung, point out that while China aims to maintain good relations with the West, it is also supporting Russia in its aggression against Ukraine. Some publications, like Lausitzer Rundschau and Magdeburger Volksstimme, highlight the complexities of alliances in the context of Russia's aggression and North Korea's actions, indicating that Xi Jinping's loyalty lies with China's interests over being a reliable friend to Putin. The articles discuss the implications of these dynamics on Asia-Pacific security and global geopolitics.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 19, 2024, at 10:42 am, veteran artist Sun Peng's only son, Sun Anzuo, has been involved in a series of gun-related controversies. His agent, Zhu Yiming, also faced several incidents, including a recent altercation with law enforcement during a search at his residence in Da'an District, Taipei. Zhu was taken to the Taipei City Police Criminal Investigation Division for questioning and expressed his innocence vehemently to the media, alleging demonization by the media and authorities. Despite Zhu's protests, he will have to provide a clear explanation to the authorities regarding the gun-related issues involving Sun Anzuo. Zhu, who previously ran for legislator in Da'an District, garnered attention for controversial stances such as advocating for the legalization of sex work and marijuana, and the removal of gender markers from identification cards.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Machine Gun Kelly, the rapper, gave a glimpse into his Father's Day celebration with his 14-year-old daughter, Casie. In a TikTok video, Kelly showed receiving balloons from his daughter, cooking organic chicken fried rice for her, and making gluten-free, dairy-free brownies. Last summer, he shared photos of a European vacation with Casie, including her giving him a tattoo. Kelly shares Casie with his ex, Emma Cannon.
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Reported about 1 year ago
During the AI City Challenge at the International Conference on Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition (CVPR) on June 19, 2024, NVIDIA presented its largest indoor synthetic dataset to aid researchers and developers in advancing solutions for smart cities and industrial automation. This dataset allows researchers and developers to test models and quickly create applications and workflows based on universal scene descriptions (Open USD) through the NVIDIA Omniverse platform. By utilizing digital twins to simulate environments, tasks such as optimizing factory operations or warehouse logistics can be efficiently arranged, improving efficiency and ensuring the smooth operation of robots and autonomous vehicles. The synthetic dataset, generated using NVIDIA Isaac Sim platform's Omniverse Replicator tool, offers a range of virtual environments and scenarios for training and simulating interactions between robots and their surroundings. Participating institutions include National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Australian National University, UAE Mobile Research Center, IIT Kanpur, Iowa State University, Johns Hopkins University, University of Santa Clara, UAE University, SUNY Albany, and Toyota, among others.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Sun Anzuo, the son of Taiwanese artist Di Ying, and his manager Zhu Yiming were recently caught brandishing a gas gun in Taipei, with Sun even claiming to be developing new weapons. The Taipei District Prosecutors Office ordered a search and questioning, leading to Sun being interrogated and ordered to post bail of 300,000 NT under house arrest, with his father, Sun Peng, as guarantor. During the investigation, suspicious gunpowder and a sniper rifle for survival games were found in Sun's residence. Sun's reckless behavior, reminiscent of past gun-related incidents in the US, has stirred public and media attention once again.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The debate on whether it is acceptable to eat while walking in Japan has been ongoing. A seasoned traveler in Japan, Lin Shibai, mentioned that while eating in certain places like on general roads, public transportation, Nishiki Market, or Kamakura might attract attention, it is acceptable in festivals, amusement parks, and shopping streets. Lin also criticized Taiwanese articles for emphasizing that Japan dislikes eating while walking, calling it 'too moralistic' and suggesting that the key is to be mindful of the situation and 'read the air' as Japan values this sensitivity. He encouraged observing locals and following their lead to determine whether it's appropriate or not to eat while walking in a specific setting like bustling tourist areas such as Nishiki Market, Kamakura, or Asakusa.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Fisker是一家電動車新創品牌，最近於美國申請了破產保護，並暫停了旗下唯一產品Fisker Ocean SUV的生產。這可能預示著眾多電動車企業面臨泡沫破裂的風險。從2007年開始，Fisker就面臨財務困難，經歷了一次破產後在2016年重啟純電車項目。然而最近的財務困難使得公司再次陷入破產危機，引起關注。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Actress Guo Xuefu, who recently returned from studying abroad in London, posted photos on Facebook waiting at a high-speed railway station, where her slim figure caught fans' attention. While her long and fair legs were praised, some fans expressed concern over her slightly thinner appearance and advised her to eat more. Fans commented on her photos expressing regrets for missing a chance to meet the goddess-like actress.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Famed artist Sun Peng's son, Sun An-Zuo, and his manager were caught carrying a gas gun in a nightclub in Xinyi District, triggering police investigation. Authorities discovered black powder, a dagger, and the gas gun during a search at their residence. In a bid to protect their son, Sun Peng and Di Ying have quickly assembled a team of lawyers, including prominent figures like former Director of Public Prosecutions He Zu-Shun and former judges. The case is still under investigation with Sun Peng refraining from revealing further details to the public.
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Reported about 1 year ago
據消息指稱，蘋果暫緩原定將於2025年推出的第二代Vision Pro機種開發，但可能會推出功能簡化、價格親民的虛擬視覺頭戴裝置，可能名為「Vision」。該產品有望在1500美元至2500美元之間定價，預計會吸引更多用戶，而現有的Vision Pro則在市場上引起關注，但實際用途仍待觀察。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Jeff Chang held his 'Future World Tour Concert' in Dubai during the Dragon Boat Festival holiday, becoming the first Chinese singer to perform in Dubai and causing a sensation internationally. Local and foreign media in the Middle East not only rushed to report on the concert but also gave extremely high evaluations, which was exhilarating. Chang's performance in the Middle East garnered global attention, with over a thousand foreign media outlets, including Fox, NCN, Kalkine Media, CEO.CA, BUSINESS INSURANCE, Investor Observor, The Global And Mail, and Yahoo Finance, reporting on the historic event. Additionally, Chang recently won the 'Unforgettable Era Film Golden Song Award' for his theme song for the animated film 'The Lotus Lamp,' showcasing his versatility in music production and his ability to convey emotions through film music.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 19, 2024, amidst low attendance at the DPP protest outside the Legislative Yuan for parliamentary reform, Nationalist Party's MPs Xu Qiaoxin, Luo Zhijiang, and Xie Longjie held a lively street speech at the Yongchun Market in Taipei City. Xu described the crowded event as chaotic yet enthusiastic, emphasizing the importance of actively engaging with the public and clarifying party stances. Xu also expressed readiness for direct confrontation with the DPP's planned recall motions, highlighting the Party's legislative proposals beyond parliamentary reform during the interview. She vowed to continue similar public engagements across Taiwan, especially in northern regions, to inform citizens about their legislative actions and broader policy agenda.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A man in Michigan, USA, won a record jackpot of $71.9 million in the 'Lotto 47' lottery on May 22, 2024, after years of consistently betting on the same numbers, following his father's advice. The winner, a 38-year-old man from Wayne County, credits his success to his father suggesting he stick to a set of lucky numbers. Choosing to receive a lump sum of $49 million, he plans to save for his children's college education and invest the rest of the money.
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