Reported over 1 year ago
The average Social Security benefit for 70-year-old retirees is $1,963.48 per month, amounting to $23,562 per year as of 2023. Individuals can start collecting benefits between 62 and 70, with the maximum possible benefit reaching $4,873 per month if specific criteria are met. Additionally, spousal benefits for 70-year-olds average $991.98 per month, providing financial support for spouses who had lower earnings or did not work. Overall, there is significant variability in Social Security benefits depending on various factors.
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Reported over 1 year ago
In a shocking 'Taiwanese Cambodia' fraud and abuse case, the director of the Ningxia Police Station in Datong Branch was sentenced to 12 years and 6 months for accepting bribes, cash, a Mercedes-Benz car, and Thaida currency from the ringleader 'Blue Road' Du Chengzhe to leak law enforcement schedules and personal information. The case imprisoned 61 individuals, resulted in 3 deaths, and involved nearly 400 million NTD in fraudulent activities. Du Chengzhe alleged that the director, Yeh Yuxin, leaked information to him, but Yeh claimed he only used the money for criminal investigations. The court also sentenced Du Chengzhe to 2 years and 8 months and a female accomplice to 1 year for money laundering. Both parties have the right to appeal.
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Reported over 1 year ago
A woman surnamed Li in Keelung, Taiwan, experienced marital issues after a female employee surnamed Xu seduced her husband at his company, leading to them engaging in multiple sexual activities. Xu argued that they had a good relationship and that Li even knew detailed information about their sexual encounters, forming a 'new type of family.' The court found Xu guilty of violating spousal rights and ordered her to pay NT$50,000, with the option to appeal. The incident involved Li taking pity on Xu and inviting her into their home, only to discover later that Xu had seduced her husband. The court concluded that evidence provided by Xu was insufficient to prove Li's consent to their actions.
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Reported over 1 year ago
On June 19, 2024, the victim's family member Mr. Xu shared his grief and how he supports other families during a press conference, as the 'Crime Victim Rights and Interests Protection Act' reaches its one-year anniversary. After unexpectedly losing his wife just 2 minutes after bidding her farewell in an accident, Xu turned the place they built together into a meeting spot for other victims' families, providing comfort and support. The new law has seen an increase of over 600 million yuan in compensation issued since its implementation. Xu opened a pizza restaurant in their gardening workshop to serve as a gathering place for crime victims and their families, offering activities and support to help them through tough times.
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Reported over 1 year ago
With TSMC reaching a new high of 984 NTD, pushing Taiwan's stock market past 23000 points, ETF prices for 38 Taiwan stock prototypes have also surged. Among the top 10 ETFs with the best performance in the past month, Fubon Taiwan Semiconductor 30 ETF (00904) rose by 16.68%, leading the pack, followed by Fubon Technology ETF (0052) and Fubon Taiwan Semiconductor ETF (00892). Semiconductor ETFs dominate the list, with 38 ETFs hitting new high closures. Analysts suggest investing in semiconductor or technology ETFs to capitalize on the bullish trend in Taiwan's stock market and the expected growth in the global AI market.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Brian Sheth's Haveli, a software strategies company, is establishing a presence in Abu Dhabi with financial support from Abu Dhabi Catalyst Partners. This partnership will see Haveli Investment set up an office in Abu Dhabi Global Market, marking its first venture outside of North America. The move is part of a broader trend of investment firms, including hedge funds and venture capital companies, flocking to Abu Dhabi due to its growing wealth and strategic location.
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Reported over 1 year ago
根據調查機構顯示，預計到2024年，生成式AI手機將佔整體手機市場11%以上。各大手機廠商紛紛推出AI手機應對市場競爭。其中，台廠推出擁有AR及VR功能的AI手機，讓使用者能夠自拍合照後選擇最滿意的照片組成合照；而美系手機則擁有去除模糊功能，即使照片沒對焦也能輕鬆變清晰。蘋果也宣布引入AI，提升文件、筆記、通話功能，但遭外媒批評體驗欠缺。專家預測AI手機未來可能發展成AI助理，讓用戶享受更複雜多樣化的功能。
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Reported over 1 year ago
According to Vanguard Group Inc.'s head of investment strategy, Joe Davis, the recent slump in French bonds due to elections could present a buying opportunity if spreads widen further. Despite concerns over Marine Le Pen’s party potentially winning the parliamentary election and France and Italy being reprimanded by the EU for deficits, Davis believes there are opportunities in the fixed income market if certain spreads continue to grow.
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Reported over 1 year ago
GE Aerospace anticipates that supply chain issues will persist into the next year. Despite aligning with Boeing's production rates for the current year, the slowdown in Boeing's jet production has prompted GE Aerospace to work with suppliers to prepare for an increase in production in the coming years. The challenges in the supply chain have been attributed to the pandemic's impact on air travel demand, leading to layoffs in the aviation industry and delayed engine repairs at repair shops. GE Aerospace is implementing strategies such as deploying engineers at supplier sites and using artificial intelligence to overcome material availability issues, with plans to reduce overall turnaround time at repair shops by 30% from a year ago.
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Reported over 1 year ago
On June 19, 2024, at 6:16 am, a man in Taoyuan reported an illegal parked car and jumped onto the engine hood to block it. The 36-year-old man, Lin, confronted the 65-year-old car owner, Shen, who was about to leave after taking photos of the parking violation. Police arrived on the scene and mediated the situation, with no injuries reported and no charges pressed by either party. The incident was captured on video and shared online, drawing various comments from netizens. Police advised the public to handle such situations calmly to ensure personal and public safety.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Adapted from Nintendo's game 'Super Mario,' the 'Super Mario Bros. Movie' released last year attracted both kids and adults to the theaters to support it, breaking the first-day animated movie box office record in Taiwan. Nintendo announced on November 19 that the game 'Mario & Luigi RPG' will debut on Switch on November 14, expected to ignite a new wave of Mario fever. With the success of last year's movie, Nintendo is also planning to release a sequel in 2026, premiering in Japan in April before the US, while the game is set to launch a new installment before the year ends, keeping Mario fans excited.
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Reported over 1 year ago
On June 19, 2024, Taiwan Index Company announced the latest results of the periodic review of index component stocks, leading to component changes in four ETFs, including New Taiwan Semiconductor 30 ETF (00904), Yuanta Taiwan High Dividend Low Volatility ETF (00713), and more. The changes were effective at the market close on that day. Each ETF had specific stocks added or removed from their portfolios, impacting their tracking indexes.
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Reported over 1 year ago
In the movie 'Lemon Grass Summer', Li Mu and Lou Junshuo engage in a physical fight scene where Li Mu uses various playful tactics such as pressing Lou Junshuo down with a cross-fixation, poking his nose, and tickling him. Lou Junshuo's character expresses a sense of humiliation in the scripted scenario. The film, adapted from a novel, features Li Mu as a brave high school girl in pursuit of love. The playful interaction between the characters has fans excited for the movie's release on August 2nd.
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Reported over 1 year ago
The Nationalist Party recently accused the Internal Affairs Committee of the Legislative Yuan of covering up information related to digital identification cards, claiming that certain documents were completely blacked out or only provided with a table of contents. However, the Internal Affairs Department has issued a statement emphasizing that the 87 documents provided to the Legislative Yuan were all in accordance with the committee's decisions and relevant laws, with no information intentionally obscured. The department clarified that certain portions were redacted based on the committee's instructions to protect commercial secrets. The department urged people not to be misled by misinformation and reassured that all information provided was lawful and appropriate.
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Reported over 1 year ago
李程彬在華視、公視台語台新劇《成功路上》開鏡儀式中透露，飾演王識賢、張詩盈的兒子「劉建中」，將展現一個從未來回到過去的角色，讓人物更加鮮明，並呈現出特色的8+9習慣。劇情設定於1989年的台灣，旨在勾起觀眾回憶並引發對時代變革的好奇。
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Reported over 1 year ago
As the final exams of colleges approach, some schools have released grades. Recently, National Taiwan Normal University (NTNU) students received phishing texts from scammers posing as school administrators, falsely claiming that students with two-thirds of courses failed will be expelled and instructed to click a link to sign up for transfer exams. NTNU clarified that there hasn't been a 'two-one' or 'three-two' dropout mechanism for over a decade, warning students not to fall for the scam. The school promptly detected flaws in the texts, such as using '師範大學' instead of the usual '台師大' or 'NTNU,' and urged students to be cautious. The Ministry of Education highlighted the increasing campus phishing incidents, emphasizing the importance of fraud prevention awareness and education.
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Reported over 1 year ago
The Japanese BL drama 'At 25:00, in Akasaka' produced in collaboration by TV Tokyo and the LGBTQ+BL video platform GagaOOLala is reaching its exciting conclusion, garnering high ratings in countries like Taiwan, Hong Kong, the United States, Thailand, and the United Kingdom. The plot follows actors portraying a pair working on a BL drama within the series, leading to heartfelt and emotional scenes that have captivated fans and boosted viewership. Alongside the show, the actors have engaged fans through creative and humorous 'Boyfriend Challenge' videos, amassing millions of views on social media platforms, creating strong connections with viewers.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Recent stock splits by companies like Walmart, Nvidia, Chipotle Mexican Grill, and Broadcom have led to significant stock price increases. The trend has crossed various sectors, indicating investors' excitement about these companies' futures. However, while stock splits make individual shares more accessible, they do not inherently drive share price movement. It is crucial to analyze each stock-split company's history, market environment, and long-term outlook before investing, considering factors like industry familiarity and investment style for optimal returns.
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Reported over 1 year ago
South Korean netizens recently posted on social media claiming to have witnessed a child, suspected to be a Chinese tourist, defecating in public in Jeju Island. The incident has sparked heated discussions online, with photos and videos surfacing. Witnesses tried to intervene but were ignored by the child's apparent parent. The issue has led to anger among South Korean locals, citing it as unacceptable behavior when visiting other countries. Public defecation is punishable under South Korea's Minor Offenses Punishment Act. Comments from netizens expressed frustration over the incident, with some recalling similar encounters involving Chinese tourists in other countries.
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Reported over 1 year ago
The surge in copper prices in Peru has led to a significant increase in trucks carrying copper from illegal mines, causing congestion, accidents, and hazardous conditions along the country's key mining corridor highway. With the demand for copper rising due to the shift towards electric vehicles and clean energy, artisan and illegal mining operations are crowding roads used by major mines like Las Bambas, Constancia, and Antapaccay, leading to delays, accidents, and pollution. Government efforts to regulate the sector have been complicated by stand-offs between big mines and artisan miners, affecting Peru's position as the second-largest global copper producer and hindering economic growth.
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Reported over 1 year ago
European Central Bank Governing Council member Mario Centeno stated that the ECB can further ease monetary policy if inflation continues to moderate. However, the ECB is not in a rush to implement another rate cut after this month's reduction, as rapid wage growth may delay inflation reaching the 2% target. The next rate decision is not expected until at least September when new economic projections are available.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Sun Anzuo, the 24-year-old son of veteran actors Sun Peng and Di Ying, was taken for questioning after displaying a 'gas gun' in a nightclub. Police and investigators searched their home, confiscating some gunpowder and a dagger, leading to Sun Anzuo being transferred to prosecutors. In response, his agent made a statement on Instagram, mentioning the search and his phone being confiscated. The agent emphasized that the gun was non-lethal, intended for barbecue use, and not a foolish act, as they were planning for mass production. Police searched for the gun at Sun Anzuo's residence following similar self-made launchers and suspicious black powders found.
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Reported over 1 year ago
During the legislative session, Minister of Justice Zheng Mingqian debated Article 141-1 of the Criminal Code with KMT legislator Zheng Tiancai, highlighting the subjective nature of the judgment involved and the unclear legal concept. The discussion revolved around the ambiguity of interpreting false statements in legal matters and the challenges it poses, especially in the context of parliamentary questioning in Taiwan.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Ro Chia-ling, the 'National Girlfriend' who won a bronze medal in the previous Tokyo Olympics, is preparing for the upcoming Paris Olympics. Her father, Ro Wen-xiang, has joined her at the National Training Center to practice and lose weight with her. Her father avoids giving specific instructions to avoid causing additional mental pressure, often speaking less than two sentences a day. They engage in activities like bowling and baseball for stress relief. Ro's father acknowledges her dedication to her goals and endurance through injuries, stating that the family will support her at the Paris Olympics, emphasizing that she should focus on giving her best effort rather than worrying about others' expectations.
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Reported over 1 year ago
The Fair Trade Commission has once again prohibited Yen Leang and Yen Hui from acquiring Tang Rong. This decision was made due to concerns about competition restrictions that outweigh the overall economic benefits, following the Fair Trade Law. This marks the second time the merger has been blocked since it was first prohibited in May 2009. The Commission believes that the combined market share in the stainless steel flat plate market would exceed 50%, leading to significant competition concerns and limiting bargaining power for downstream businesses, ultimately resulting in the rejection of the merger proposal.
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