Reported about 1 year ago
Japanese actor Yuuta Okubo, who has been in Taiwan for six years, was discovered unconscious in his rental house in Shilin last August after a fire broke out, resulting in him being in a coma for 291 days with a very low Glasgow Coma Scale score of 3. Despite his mother's constant care and support, Okubo has not shown any signs of waking up, and his manager will update concerned friends and fans when there is any improvement in his condition. Various celebrities have shown support and solidarity, hoping for a miracle recovery for Okubo.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Ko Ching-Hsien, a standout graduate of Pingzhen High School, signed a $750,000 contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers and donned the team's number 91 jersey at the press conference. Recognized for his exceptional performance at the U18 World Cup Baseball Stage, Ko impressed Dodgers scouts and is now the highest-priced Taiwanese outfielder in MLB history. Known for his defense, speed, and batting skills, Ko Ching-Hsien is set to make waves in the Major Leagues.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 17, 2024, the Taiwan stock market closed slightly down, and Foxconn's founder Terry Gou's proclaimed 200 barrier was reached with a transaction value of 17.7 billion, pushing the market value to 2.77 trillion and setting new records. Despite a overall downtrend, this surpassing moment was celebrated on online forums. Foxconn's success was attributed to recent AI server orders. These events led to positive sentiments among investors, with many expressing joy over Terry Gou's retirement.
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Reported about 1 year ago
United Airlines experienced a tragic incident where 8-year-old Sydney Weston passed out on a flight to Chicago with her parents. The plane made an emergency landing, and Sydney was rushed to the hospital but unfortunately did not survive. The cause of her sudden unconsciousness remains unknown, and investigations are ongoing to determine her cause of death.
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Reported about 1 year ago
YouTuber Fish Dry, with millions of fans, clarifies that she has never received an invitation from China and expresses dissatisfaction with critics jumping on the bandwagon of ridiculing her. Despite being caught in the controversy surrounding the Pot King, she emphatically states that her recent trip to Chengdu was solely to taste authentic hotpot. She searched her inbox extensively and confirmed not receiving any invitations to China, only work-related invites such as video repost requests or Red Book management jobs. She further emphasizes her past criticisms of China's air pollution, bad fast food, and dirty public toilets, and expresses frustration with critics who simply leave derogatory comments on her posts without thoroughly understanding her content.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Wang Renfu is participating in the Mongolia Gobi Marathon, with Ji Qin also signing up. Wang Renfu is set to challenge the 250-km marathon over 7 days, revealing he doesn't like running but has been training for six months for this extreme challenge, with daily injuries becoming a norm. Wife Ji Qin, encouraged by others, decided to join the last day's event, making the running coach Lin Yijie envious of their companionship. Wang Renfu, known for his love of sports, is embarking on the 'Mongolia Gobi' Marathon challenge. He and Ji Qin run a YouTube channel where they share travel and sports experiences, but recently faced controversy over a trip to Chengdu, Sichuan, being wrongly associated with popular culture due to a social media incident.
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Reported about 1 year ago
During the upcoming presidential and legislative elections in the Huwei area of Yunlin County, a threatening text message about 'establishing missile bases in Huwei' surfaced four days before the election. Investigation revealed that the message originated from a company in Shanghai, China. Former legislator Su Zhifen reported this to the Yunlin District Prosecutors Office, and current legislators Liu Jianguo and Cai Yiyu urged a thorough investigation to uncover the masterminds. They emphasized the importance of national security. Meetings have been held to address the issue and track down the source of the phone numbers receiving the messages within the country.
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Reported about 1 year ago
UBS is allocating $900 million to compensate investors in Credit Suisse funds connected to Greensill Capital's collapse. This provision covers 90% of the owed amount, inherited by UBS after acquiring Credit Suisse. The funds, involving supply chain financing, suffered a substantial loss due to Greensill's downfall, prompting an offer to repurchase units from investors. UBS expects to book this provision in the second quarter of 2024, utilizing funds set aside for potential legal and regulatory expenses incurred from the acquisition.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A woman named Natalie Garcia recently shared her harrowing experience on social media, where her swollen middle finger was initially misdiagnosed as a fracture but was later discovered to be a tumor, resulting in her having to undergo an amputation. The misdiagnosis lasted for 2 months, despite her continued worsening condition, leading to surgeries to remove the tumor and eventually the amputation of her finger, potentially due to a Giant Cell Tumor at the joint end of the bone. Garcia's emotional journey during chemotherapy and the difficult decision to amputate still haunt her.
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Reported about 1 year ago
陳奕迅因打網球受傷，導致下顎骨骨裂需縫30針，演唱會延期至2025年1月舉行，康復進度良好，須六星期恢復，經紀人表示希望陳奕迅完全康復後再演出，主辦單位將公布補償安排。
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Reported about 1 year ago
瑞士銀行UBS Group AG表示，它將向與Greensill Capital崩潰有關的瑞士信貸基金的投資者返還他們相當比例的資金，該行希望通過解決其前競爭對手的遺留問題。這項提議將讓Credit Suisse供應鏈融資基金的投資者在2021年2月25日的淨資產價值的90%進行贖回，該提議於週一開始運行，並將持續到7月31日。UBS在去年購買瑞士信貸時繼承了這個文件。此外，與Archegos Capital Management的崩盤一起，2021年與Greensill Capital相關的一個價值100億美元的供應鏈基金集團的崩潰是Credit Suisse在2023年破產的一個因素。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Astrologer 'Tarot Teacher' Aiful pointed out that with Venus and Mercury entering Cancer today (June 17), 5 zodiac signs can expect a burst of good luck, smooth relationships or career advancements, and booming financial fortune. These celestial movements will inject new energy into life, enhancing emotions, career, financial luck, and creativity. Significant fortunes are predicted for Cancer, career development for Virgo, financial success for Scorpio, creative bursts for Pisces, and stability for Taurus.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Hong Kong woman, who works in the tourism industry, was fined 200,000 NTD for attempting to bring Hong Kong famous mooncakes containing pork ingredients as gifts to friends in Taiwan while on a cruise stop in Kaohsiung. Although the woman had already left Taiwan, her concerned friend paid the fine as she frequently travels between Taiwan and Hong Kong for work, and out of guilt for her being fined. The Kaohsiung enforcement agency accepted the payment and reminded the public not to bring unquarantined pork products from abroad, emphasizing the seriousness of African swine fever prevention measures and potential penalties under the Animal Infectious Disease Prevention Act.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Food delivery platform foodpanda partners with popular Youtuber 'Qian Qian' to launch a 'Local Famous Restaurants' section, featuring over 2,000 high-quality eateries across Taiwan including must-try places recommended by AI expert Huang Renxun, offering an 8% discount until the end of June. Uber Eats also introduces discounts for new users and specific areas with promo codes. Customers can easily enjoy a variety of local delicacies from street food to renowned eateries with no worries about delivery choices. Rankings of top restaurants and reviews are available to help customers make informed decisions on where to dine. Promotional offerings and activities are available in various cities such as Taipei, Taichung, Hsinchu, among others.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwanese love to visit night markets where various snacks are popular. A corn vendor's announcement about the pricing of their grilled corn has sparked confusion and outrage online. The vendor defended the high price by listing various costs involved in running the business, but many netizens found the price unreasonable, with one even exclaiming that it's so expensive that they can't stomach it. The discussion has gained traction online, with some sympathizing with the challenges of running a food business while others criticize the pricing of the grilled corn.
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Reported about 1 year ago
TVBS and Kickapoo Entertainment's male group talent show 'Atomic Youth 2' held a grand recording on June 17, 2024. Young talent Huang Hequn, serving as the 'vocal', performed the challenging song 'There's a Kind of Sadness' by the Golden Melody's Songstress A-Lin, which resulted in A-Lin surprising everyone by appearing as a guest mentor. She humorously commented on Huang Hequn's clear voice, saying 'Great, almost like the original singer.' Other highlights included dancer Yeh Yunchang impressing judge Ou Di with his performance and Ou Di expressing the desire to compete with the youths. The show also features celebrity mentors like DK from iKON, and dance director Kiel Tutin, promising an exciting competition with the 54 contestants. 'Atomic Youth 2' will start airing on TVBS and CHT MOD on Saturdays at 8 pm from August 24, on CTV on Fridays at 10 pm from August 30, and on the Atomic Youth official YouTube channel on Saturdays at 6 pm from August 31.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwanese high school student Ray, known as the 'strongest high school student in Taiwan', garnered attention for his encounter with global social media influencer Kai Cenat, who flew to Taiwan to attend Ray's graduation ceremony. Ray recently shared a photo with American socialite Kim Kardashian, showcasing their casual interaction. Kai introduced Ray into the global social media scene, leading to various exciting opportunities, including appearing alongside Kevin Hart and UK rapper Central Cee.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 17, 2024, Wang Tong, a celebrity, attended Jacky Cheung's concert in Taipei where she was moved to tears hearing him sing. Her late husband, Ai Cheng, won her over by playing Cheung's song, 'I Really Hurt,' in the past. Wang Tong found it coincidental that her seat number at the concert was Ai Cheng's memorial date and shared her emotions on social media, expressing a sense of connection with him during the event. After the concert, she reflected on completing a wish and fulfilling a promise with Cheung, despite his voice having some issues, acknowledging the challenges faced by singers. Wang Tong also conveyed her longing for Ai Cheng, underscoring the personal significance of the concert.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to reports from multiple hospitals, there has been a significant increase in the number of pneumonia patients being admitted to emergency rooms, with over half of these pneumonia cases being confirmed as COVID-19. This surge has put a strain on respiratory and emergency departments, leading to increased pressure on healthcare workers. Doctors have warned of a resurgence of the pandemic and emphasize the importance of adhering to preventive measures, such as maintaining social distancing, wearing masks, and actively getting vaccinated. Public health experts stress the importance of enhanced disinfection and ventilation in community and public spaces to reduce the risk of virus transmission, along with the urgent need for vaccination. Health authorities have begun to strengthen monitoring and response measures, including intensifying COVID-19 testing to ensure early detection and isolation of cases, as well as enhancing the allocation of medical resources to manage the increased caseload.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Attack on the Wallet, June 17, 2024, 2:34 AM: If the US starts cutting interest rates, causing the US dollar to depreciate, there is a chance for the yen to rebound, but not based on Japan's own economic conditions!
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Reported about 1 year ago
Rising food prices have been a major contributor to the recent uptick in inflation, suggesting that the probability of an immediate interest rate hike by the central bank may not be very high if inflation is expected to rise in the near term.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The 7th annual GDA Golden Crane Award design competition is now open for submissions, organized jointly by the Crane School of Design and Taiwan Good Design Association, marking a significant initiative in Taiwan's design education industry. Submissions for 2024 are accepted from now until July 31st, with over NT$800,000 in total prizes and a focus on diverse design creativity. The competition aims to nurture creative design talents and provide exposure for Taiwanese designs, with a theme of 'Island Coexistence' for 2024, reflecting Taiwan's local culture and sustainable development. Information on categories, themes, eligibility, and online registration can be found on the provided link.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Foxconn's stock price surged to 200 yuan today, reaching a market value of 2.77 trillion yuan, meeting founder Terry Gou's previously set 'retirement target price.' Gou's net worth has also increased to 348.4 billion yuan, with a rise of over a trillion yuan this year. Despite previously vowing not to retire unless the stock price hit 200 yuan, Gou stepped down as chairman in June 2019, handing over to semiconductor expert Liu Yangwei. The recent spike in Foxconn's stock price sees Gou's 'retirement target price' officially achieved, with Liu's net worth also rising to 130 million yuan this year.
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Reported about 1 year ago
ASUS has launched the limited edition color 'LaLa Green' for their Zenfone 11 Ultra, featuring a special design with aluminum ring and glossy glass on the lens cover, a triple optical zoom lens, and various AI functions like AI flagship photography, AI real-time call translation, AI smart desktop, and AI recording notes. Pre-orders are available from today at ASUS stores and major online platforms until July 8, with purchases before the end of July eligible for gifts worth 3498 NTD. Additionally, there's also a chance to win round-trip tickets to Paris. The new Zenfone 11 Ultra offers multiple AI features, long-lasting battery life, fast charging, and a high-quality display.
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Reported about 1 year ago
葉元之在面對可能被罷免時表示不擔心，並透露在與選民互動時，許多人對民進黨蓄意罷免他的行動感到無法認同。葉元之是新北市第7選區的立委，在選舉中擊敗民進黨的羅致政。儘管他可能成為罷免目標，但他強調會鼓勵支持者反對罷免，並表示並不擔心對手的挑戰。
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