Reported about 1 year ago
Popular writer and host Lü Ruzhong, known for his appearances on talk shows, recently made headlines for publicly supporting artist Tang Chiping. However, he was reportedly attacked while passing by the Ren'ai Roundabout in Taipei today. Lü described feeling his head being aggressively scratched by someone using their fingers or a comb, causing him to momentarily lose focus. Despite not seeing anyone around, a passerby informed him that a large blue-black bird had swooped down from a tree to attack him, leaving Lü surprised yet resilient as he continued on his way.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Female celebrities' favorite watches have been revealed, with examples including Song Hye-kyo wearing a Rolex Oyster Perpetual Lady-Datejust, Blackpink's Lisa showcasing the BB × Lisa collaboration watch from BVLGARI, Han So-hee styling Omega Mini Trésor even without makeup, Melinda matching her outfit with a Tiffany Eternity watch, and Anne Hathaway flaunting the BVLGARI LVCEA series 10th-anniversary watch. These watches not only serve as timepieces but also as fashion accessories to showcase personal style and trends among celebrities.
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Reported about 1 year ago
President Lai Ching-te announced the establishment of the 'National Climate Change Response Committee,' 'National Resilience Defense Committee,' and 'Healthy Taiwan Promotion Committee' during a press conference marking the one-month anniversary of his inauguration under the theme 'Trust in the New Policy, New Taiwan in the Age.' He emphasized the urgency of addressing climate change issues globally, with Taiwan taking proactive steps to strengthen its resilience and contribute to worldwide safety, peace, and prosperity.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The proposal to expand priority seating in Taiwan's public transportation, including revising the 'disabled, elderly, women and children' clause in the People with Disabilities Rights Protection Act to encompass 'those with other actual needs,' faced a setback as it failed to pass before the legislative term ended. This has reignited discussions on priority seating, especially after recent incidents on the Taipei Metro. The Social and Family Affairs Administration intends to gather public opinions and expedite the drafting process to resubmit the amendment, although it is uncertain if the Legislative Yuan will reconsider it this year.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to a recent poll released on June 19th, during the first month of the Tsai Ing-wen administration, the Cabinet of Premier Su Tseng-chang received mixed reviews with Economic Affairs Minister Kuo Chih-wei, labeled as a 'loose cannon on nuclear energy,' having the highest approval rating at only 6.3%. While 48.5% of the public expressed satisfaction with the Tsai administration's governance, only 47.9% were satisfied with the Su Cabinet, indicating limited familiarity with Cabinet members after nearly a month. The data was collected by Mirror Media through a survey conducted with over 1,000 citizens aged 20 and above in Taiwan and Fujian, showing varying levels of satisfaction among the population.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 18, 2024, Taiwan's representative in Japan, Hsiao Chang-ting, had a scary experience when the aircraft he was on got struck by lightning shortly after takeoff, causing a loud bang and prompting thoughts of last words. Fortunately, the plane had lightning rods and everyone was safe. Hsiao shared the incident on Facebook, with many expressing relief and admiration for his positive attitude after the incident.
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Reported about 1 year ago
During the Legislative Yuan's committee session regarding revising parliamentary powers, Legislator Huang Kuo-chang from the People's Party engaged in heated exchanges with Premier Su Tseng-chang and Minister of Justice Tseng Ming-chuen. When criticized for spreading false information, Su and Tseng faced pointed questions from Huang, who emphasized the importance of accountable actions. After tensions escalated, Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu intervened to remind both officials and legislators to respect each other's speaking time and maintain decorum.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 18, 2024, at 11:06 PM in Taibao City, Chiayi County, a police officer was involved in a car accident, colliding with a motorcycle and causing a 74-year-old woman to fall and pass away after being sent to the hospital. The incident occurred when a 27-year-old officer surnamed Chen was driving to work and collided with the woman's motorcycle while she was making a left turn. The exact responsibility is still under investigation. The scene was chaotic, with severe damage to the motorcycle and car. The police officer suffered minor injuries, while the woman succumbed to her injuries despite medical efforts.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Yahoo Finance correspondent Xu Ru-kai reports on June 18, 2024, at 11:05 pm: NVIDIA's whirlwind continues globally! NVIDIA's stock price rose by 3.51% yesterday, pushing its market value to the top of the world. Since NVIDIA's recent stock split, the increase has exceeded 10%, with analysts estimating a potential over 50% surge post-split. Analyst Chen Xue-jin from Lunyuan Investment Advisory predicts a significant post-split increase, driven by the high gross profit margin of the GB200, which is twice that of the previous H100. Chen expects revenue to continue to rise as NVIDIA enters into mass shipments next year, projecting high stock prices for NVIDIA.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In this episode of Tang Qi Yang's show 'Star Room', aired on June 18, 2024, at 11:04 PM, guest He Yu Yun introduces a psychological test where viewers can choose a dessert based on their intuition to predict the types of people they might encounter. If you are single and looking forward to a new romance, don't miss this opportunity. Taiwan's top internet celebrity, Tang Qi Yang, discusses work, relationships, movies, food, and travel on Yahoo TV every Monday to Wednesday at 22:30.
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Reported about 1 year ago
YouTuber I.C Charlie, boyfriend of YouTuber D sister, was revealed to be a significant figure in the poker world, winning millions in prizes and even being crowned as Asia's top poker player. Charlie, who is also known as a successful businessman, was recently caught in a police raid on a suspected illegal gambling establishment. Despite his success in poker and as a CEO of a poker education brand, Charlie's involvement in illegal gambling operations has surprised many online users.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 18, 2024, at 11:03 PM, the Supreme Court in Taiwan upheld the 4-year prison sentence for a male assistant professor at a private university surnamed Lin for assaulting his ex-girlfriend. In 2021, Lin visited his ex-girlfriend in the early morning to discuss stocks, and in response to her indifferent attitude and a sound she made, he became angry and used her 1.35 kg laptop to repeatedly hit her head and face. This resulted in severe injuries to her head, left eye, and face. Despite Lin's claim of accidental harm, the court found evidence that he intentionally used force to harm the victim, leading to the final confirmation of his prison sentence. The court highlighted the intentional nature of the assault and the severe injuries inflicted on the victim.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to Sohu, the planetary shifts of Jupiter and Saturn retrograde in the second half of 2024 will impact certain zodiac signs' luck. This article lists the top 3 zodiac signs with exceptional luck. Gemini will experience both good fortune and overwhelming pressure as Jupiter moves into their sign until late May next year. The key is how they manage and combine these challenges to enhance their abilities. Cancer and Taurus follow with opportunities for resourceful use and financial gains, respectively.
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Reported about 1 year ago
During the Legislative Yuan's review of the Executive Yuan's reconsideration proposal regarding parliamentary reform, there was a heated exchange between Kuomintang caucus leader Fu Kun-chi and Premier Su Chi-tai. Fu demanded Su to be humble towards the parliament while Su questioned if he was disrespecting the National Assembly. The debate revolved around the substantial discussions on the reform and the dynamics of their interactions during the questioning session.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Recent record highs in the US stock market, notably in the tech sector, and the consecutive surge in tech index have positively impacted the performance of tech funds in Taiwan stock market. Among 27 tech funds analyzed, the average return in the past week reached 4.4%, with Yuanta Innovative Tech Fund leading at 7.52% followed by Fubon Technology and Allianz Taiwan Technology funds with over 6% return. Market experts believe that the strong performance will continue in the future as Taiwan's tech industry shows promising growth prospects.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 18, 2024, TÜV Rheinland hosted the forum 'Sustainable Solutions for Companies in the Green Wave' in Taipei, Taiwan, bringing together government officials and business leaders to discuss domestic carbon fee policies, international carbon management trends, and practical industry case studies. The forum emphasized the key roles of governments, businesses, and third-party certifications in promoting sustainability, highlighting the importance of early preparation for carbon tariffs implemented by the EU, Taiwan, and other countries to tackle climate change challenges.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Hanlai Hotel Group's first resort hotel, 'Hanlai Sun Moon Resort,' is set to open in the third quarter of 2024 at Sun Moon Lake, following the success of the Hanlai Hotel in Taipei's Nan-Gang district. The resort, located in a secluded area overlooking the lake, offers a 270-degree panoramic view of Sun Moon Lake. The renovation, costing over 1.1 billion NT dollars, was designed by renowned designer LWMA Lee Wei-min and features 92 rooms and suites with high-end amenities. The resort is holding a large-scale recruitment event on June 25th at the Tsun Wan-Royal Resort in Nan-Tou, with salaries reaching up to 45K per month for various positions including dining, rooms, logistics, and front desk.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In response to the simultaneous rise of blue-chip stocks, Taiwan's stock market surged today, with the index rising over 430 points by 11 am, reaching a high of 23,188 points and approaching the 23,200 level. TSMC hit a peak of 973 yuan, up 30 yuan, a 3.18% increase, setting a new historic high. Nvidia also saw a strong increase of 3.51% on the 18th, becoming the world's largest company by market value. TSMC's stock price continued to hit new highs, reaching 965 yuan on the 19th, with a market value exceeding 25 trillion yuan.
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Reported about 1 year ago
New Taipei City Council Speaker Chiang Gen-huang's son Chiang Xin-chang was accused of spreading false rumors during the 2023 legislative election campaign regarding Democratic Progressive Party legislator Wu Bing-yui, resulting in a police investigation. Chiang Xin-chang was released on bail of 1 million NT dollars, while two other individuals involved were also dealt with by the authorities. Meanwhile, a joint investigation by the Criminal Investigation Bureau and the Cyber Security Investigation Office took place following a tip-off received by the authorities. The case continues with various legal proceedings.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 18, 2024, New Taipei City Council Speaker Jiang Gen-huang's son, Jiang Xin-zhang, was summoned by the prosecutor on suspicion of violating the election law and was ordered to post 1 million bail. Last year, Jiang Xin-zhang, representing the Kuomintang Party, ran for the New Taipei City Xin-zhuang District legislator seat but lost to a Democratic Progressive Party legislator. He was accused of spreading false information during the campaign to impede his opponent's election. Following months of investigation, prosecutors initiated a second search operation and detained Jiang Xin-zhang and others involved. The case will proceed with charges related to the intent to prevent someone from being elected under the election law and defamation under the criminal code. Jiang Xin-zhang declined to comment and left the interrogation room early in the morning amidst media inquiries.
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Reported about 1 year ago
經濟部部長郭智輝於6月18日澄清，台北內湖科技園區的突然停電並非由供電不足引起，並承諾迅速找出並解決問題。儘管台灣特高價電廠核三廠1號機組計劃於7月27日關閉，引起夏季尖峰需求可能的供電不足問題，但官員確保淨發電量仍維持在其容量的99%左右。內湖停電被指可能是因為維護不足或老舊設備需求增加，台電隨後指出是地下電纜接線故障導致，已經更換維修。
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
On June 18, 2024, during the shareholders' meeting of Nanshan Life Insurance, AI artificial intelligence became one of the topics of concern, with inquiries about whether AI has been implemented and its actual application areas. Chairman Yin Chongyao mentioned the establishment of Beyond Lab for AI research, collaborations with external vendors, and emphasized that the use of AI is not to replace employees but to assist them. Shareholders raised concerns about stock prices, stock listing schedule, dividend issuance, the company's resilience in a high-interest rate environment, and labor disputes. Management strategies focus on aligning with IFRS 17 and ICS, transitioning towards long-term product sales and combining health services to provide added value to customers. Outside the meeting, the corporate union protested for fair treatment of employees to ensure a healthy financial structure for Nanshan.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
Chinese Premier Li Qiang is set to meet with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to sign economic pacts on digital economy and green development as part of the celebration for 50 years of diplomatic relations. The visit aims to deepen links and increase exchanges, with discussions on trade and possible collaborations in priority sectors like high-level manufacturing and digital economy. Trade with China, Malaysia's top trading partner, made up 17% of Malaysia’s global trade last year.
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Reported about 1 year ago
尹崇堯在南山人壽股東會上宣布保守回應，暫時未定義南山人壽上市的具體時程，強調必須與利害關係人達成共識後才進行相關申請。南山人壽的財務狀況包括2023年稅後純益約221億元，合併資產超過5.3兆元；南山人壽淨值比則分別達6.66%、27.51%。尹崇堯亦討論到壽險業勢必面對避險成本上升等議題。
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Reported about 1 year ago
In June 2024, Michinoeki stations in Japan introduced a Hobbit house, drawing much interest. With Michinoeki being popular rest stops attracting Taiwanese post-pandemic travelers to Japan, Hokkaido's 'Michinoeki Upporo' and 'Michinoeki Otoko Sasara' stand out with their delicious food, unique ambiance, and diverse farm products. These rest stops offer a variety of local specialties, such as Hokkaido beef burgers, milk, honey, and more, making them a recommended stop for travelers looking to explore Hokkaido's culinary and cultural delights.
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