Reported over 1 year ago
As Taiwan enters the official monsoon season, combating the annoying humid weather is essential. To lift spirits, using a cute and dreamy umbrella can help chase away rainy day blues. Apart from umbrellas, additional recommendations for super-healing umbrella accessories allow people to look forward to rainy days. From flower petal umbrellas to cat-themed umbrellas and even chocolate-themed umbrellas, these items add a touch of cuteness and fun to rainy day essentials.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Crude oil futures remained steady on Friday, poised for a second consecutive week of gains as demand improves and U.S. oil and fuel inventories decrease. Brent futures for August fell slightly to $85.56 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures for August dropped to $81.15. Factors like seasonal demand growth, geopolitical tensions, and the hurricane season are expected to support price strength through the summer. Data showing rising demand in Asia and Japan's increasing consumer prices also contributed to the positive sentiment. However, concerns over potential Fed rate hikes based on U.S. economic data put pressure on prices, potentially limiting future oil demand.
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Reported over 1 year ago
The high temperatures this year are expected to break previous records, surpassing last summer's extreme heat. Recent reports indicate that the temperature in the northern hemisphere is soaring, potentially setting a new record for the hottest summer globally. Hundreds to thousands of deaths have been reported in Europe, Asia, and Africa due to the scorching heat, with various incidents of tourists perishing, including in Greece and Saudi Arabia. The world is experiencing more frequent and severe heatwaves, with warnings issued across different countries to prevent further casualties amidst the rising temperatures.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Japan's factory activity expanded for a second straight month in June, with the au Jibun Bank flash Japan manufacturing purchasing managers' index (PMI) slightly down to 50.1 from 50.4 in May. However, new orders dipped, cost pressures intensified, and the service sector saw its first decline in about two years. Despite this, manufacturers' optimism rose for the next 12 months, and the Bank of Japan decided to begin trimming bond purchases, signaling a step towards unwinding its monetary stimulus.
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Reported over 1 year ago
On June 20, 2024, at 8:35 pm, the Chief Prosecutor of Taipei District Prosecutors' Office will be succeeded by former Director of the Investigation Bureau, Wang Chun-li. Following the promotion of former Chief Prosecutor Cheng Ming-chien to Minister of Justice, the position had been filled by Acting Chief Prosecutor Tsai Wei-yi. Today, the Ministry of Justice announced the appointment as predicted by the public that Wang Chun-li will take over as the Chief Prosecutor of Taipei District Prosecutors' Office. Additionally, Huang Yu-yuan, the Director-General of the Administrative Enforcement Agency, will become the Chief Prosecutor of Tainan High Prosecutors' Office. Due to the end of her term, Kaohsiung High Prosecutors' Office Chief Fei Ling-ling will move on to become the Prosecutor-General, leaving the vacancy to be filled by current Chief Prosecutor of Tainan High Prosecutors' Office, Chu Chia-chi, while the latter position will be taken by the current Director-General of the Administrative Enforcement Agency, Huang Yu-yuan. Wang Chun-li, a military officer by background, held various prosecutorial positions before this appointment.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Governor Kathy Hochul, a Democrat from New York State, signed two bills on June 20 prohibiting social media platforms from pushing 'algorithm content' to users under 18 without parental consent, collecting, using, and sharing children's personal data, and sending notifications to minors with 'suggested posts' between midnight and 6 a.m. This unprecedented move makes New York State the first in the U.S. to regulate social media algorithm-related legislation, aiming to address concerns of addictive algorithms on platforms like Instagram and TikTok. The bills emphasize child safety and data protection, suggesting that minors can override the bans with 'verifiable parental consent.' Implementation details are pending, with a 180-day grace period for compliance once finalized.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Oil prices are on track for a consecutive weekly gain after a surprise drawdown in US oil inventories, along with strong product demand, indicated positive conditions for the top consumer. Brent, above $85/barrel, has increased over 3% this week, while WTI hovers around $81. Crude stockpiles dropped 2.2 million barrels against forecasts. Other positive indicators include robust product consumption and record travel predictions for the US Fourth of July holiday. However, concerns about China's oil demand growth potentially falling short of expectations could pose a downside risk.
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Reported over 1 year ago
When a pet donkey named Diesel went missing during a hike in California five years ago, his owners feared the worst. Recently, a hunter spotted a herd of elk in northern California with a wild burro among them, believed to be Diesel by his owner Terrie Drewry. Diesel's owners are relieved to see him living happily in the wild and have decided not to bring him back as he appears to be thriving with his new elk family.
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Reported over 1 year ago
In the latest episode of Evil, a demonic relic, a ghost pilot, and otherworldly transmissions create chaos on a plane during turbulence, while back at home, the Bouchard girls discover a secret. David, Ben, and Kristen are caught in a series of events involving a botched exorcism, a possessed flight attendant, and a fake relic, leading to a dramatic climax involving the destruction of a demonic relic during a turbulent flight, resolving the supernatural crisis.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Former US President Donald Trump finally appeared as a guest on the All-In podcast hosted by venture capitalists David Sacks, Chamath Palihapitiya, Jason Calacanis, and entrepreneur David Friedberg. The episode, released on Thursday, covers a variety of topics including real estate prices, shoplifting, the war in Ukraine, Trump's energy policy, and his proposal to offer green cards to foreign students graduating from US colleges. The podcast aims to capture the interest of voters across different political spectrums and has previously hosted other political figures like Vivek Ramaswamy, Chris Christie, Robert Kennedy, and Dean Phillips.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Today marks the Summer Solstice in the twenty-four solar terms. The Central Weather Bureau forecasts high temperatures reaching up to 36 degrees Celsius across Taiwan, with the northern and central regions along with Yilan and Hualien advised to be cautious of afternoon thunderstorms. Due to the direct sunlight on the Tropic of Cancer during the solstice, there's a high risk of excessive UV exposure, prompting sun protection reminders. Various regions are expected to experience hot and humid weather, with specific areas highlighted for potential thunderstorms. High temperature warnings have been issued for several counties and cities, emphasizing the need for sun safety precautions and awareness of potential rain and thunderstorm activity.
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Reported over 1 year ago
FTNN新聞網報導指出，台股20日指數上漲196.56點，其中PCB廠楠梓電（2316）因受惠市場AI商機持續拉升AI加速卡用板，昨日收50.4元並漲停，成交2.7萬張，榮登「量價雙增王」。另外，根據兆豐證券統計資料，昨日8檔股價上漲且成交量增加，且楠梓電成為量價王，其次是晶豪科、東台、凌巨和定穎投控。
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Reported over 1 year ago
Keelung launched the 'Public Welfare Youth Electric Scooter' subsidy program, offering a subsidy of 10,000 yuan for scrapping old scooters and enabling applicants to ride home for free. Due to a surge in applications, quota limits were implemented in each district starting from the 14th of this month, leading to chaotic situations like overnight queues and fees for queuing services. Concerns over budget led to limiting daily acceptance numbers per district, with complaints from citizens about the queueing frenzy, including reports of charging 500 yuan per hour for queueing services.
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Reported over 1 year ago
British rock band Coldplay announces their 10th album 'Moon MUSiC' with a focus on environmental sustainability, being the world's first to release in an environmentally friendly CD format and Eco Record LP. The album comes after their successful collaboration with BTS and continues their environmental efforts with reduced CO2 emissions on their 'Music of the Spheres World Tour'. The album's physical versions, including Eco CD and Eco Record LP, are made from recycled materials. Coldplay also collaborates with The Ocean Cleanup to create a special version using recycled materials intercepted from rivers to prevent plastic pollution in the oceans. The album will be released on October 4th.
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Reported over 1 year ago
The California workplace safety board has approved standards that require protecting indoor workers from extreme heat, excluding state correctional facilities. The rules, impacting 1.4 million workers and 196,000 establishments, aim to prevent heat-related illnesses and deaths among various indoor workers. The regulations, pending final approval, will mandate employers in places like warehouses and schools to provide cooling measures and breaks when temperatures reach certain thresholds. Labor organizations and agencies have praised the rules, while concerns have been raised about the exclusion of correctional facilities and the cost of compliance.
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Reported over 1 year ago
On the evening of June 20th, the 'Blue Bird Action' event continued around the legislature, with the organizers claiming 8,000 participants, an increase from the 5,000 on the 19th. However, netizens watching livestream aerial photos noticed many empty seats, leading to speculation about the accuracy of the participant numbers. Despite the organizers aiming to gather 10,000 people on the 21st, doubts arose as images showed numerous unoccupied seats at the venue.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Following the withdrawal of his only competitor, Romanian President Johannes, Dutch caretaker Prime Minister Rutte is confirmed to take on the role of NATO Secretary-General after Jens Stoltenberg's term ends on October 1. Rutte, supported by key figures from the US, UK, France, and Germany, will need to utilize his diplomatic skills to persuade NATO's resistant members like Turkey and Hungary while enhancing the organization's security. Meanwhile, Russian President Putin, who is visiting Vietnam, criticizes NATO's perceived threat to Asian security and aims to establish a reliable security framework in the Asia-Pacific region. Russia and Vietnam signed several agreements, including in areas like oil, natural gas, nuclear science, and education, but notably different from previous joint defense agreements with North Korea. Experts suggest Putin's visit to Vietnam, despite concerns from the US and allies, is unlikely to have a long-term impact on US-Vietnam relations.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Taipei - Xu Yujie, a 24-year-old female police officer known as the 'Police Version of G.E.M,' captivates netizens with her beauty and singing talent. With 42,000 social media followers, she recently collaborated with the Taichung Fengyuan Police Substation to film an anti-fraud video. Xu Yujie, currently undergoing training at the Police University, shares her journey into law enforcement and her passion for singing. With aspirations to contribute to law enforcement, she aims to use her experiences and skills to enhance the police force in the future. Xu Yujie's musical abilities have also been showcased in various talent shows, earning her the nickname 'Police Version of G.E.M.'
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Reported over 1 year ago
唐治平母親日前被發現死亡，唐治平堅稱不認屍體是自己母親，情緒不穩，在內湖便當店逗狗玩時突問狗要不要死，店員被嚇得報警。唐治平在電視台下跪表達不是他母親，經紀公司則發聲明祈求合法處理母親遺體並幫助他就醫。
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Reported over 1 year ago
Former Director of Investigation Bureau, Wang Chun-li, has been appointed as the head of Taipei District Prosecutors' Office, known as the 'number one prosecutors' office in the country. Huang Yu-yuan, the current head of the Administrative Enforcement Agency, has been promoted to the position of Tainan District Prosecutors' Office head. These appointments mark the first wave of prosecutor personnel adjustments since President Lai Ching-te took office, with the reshuffle set to take effect before July 9th.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Former girlfriend Ding Ning expressed her thoughts on Facebook regarding Tang Zhiping's recent controversial behavior following the incident involving the discovery of a female body resembling his mother. Ding Ning believes Tang Zhiping deeply loves his mother and is going through immense emotional struggles that others may not understand. She emphasized that despite the criticisms, Tang Zhiping's friends are supporting him as they believe he is a good and kind-hearted person. Ding Ning appealed for understanding, asking for space and time for Tang Zhiping to recover, and urging everyone to offer blessings and support during this difficult period.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Multiple civic groups launched the 'Citizens Against Parliamentary Power Abuse, Return to the Legislature' action from June 19 to 21, with a large crowd gathering outside the Legislative Yuan on the night of the 20th in support of anti-parliamentary abuse and refusal to regress democratic ideals. Meanwhile, controversy arose as Taipower announced the extension of the Maichau coal-fired power plant's operation despite earlier agreements, leading to dissatisfaction and criticism from environmental groups and locals, who accused the government of breaking promises. Additionally, the Legislative Yuan conducted a vote on the parliamentary expansion counter-revision proposal, with a significant number of people gathering in protest against abuse of power and urging active participation to pressure the legislature.
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Reported over 1 year ago
The article discusses the significance of June's full moon in Capricorn, also known as the Strawberry Moon, which falls on June 21, 2024. It coincides with feelings of promise and potential, occurring after the summer solstice in the northern hemisphere. The astrological meaning emphasizes release and honesty, with a focus on interpersonal relationships and partnerships due to the moon's aspects with Venus. The article provides insights on how this full moon may affect individuals based on their zodiac signs, offering guidance for different aspects of their lives.
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Reported over 1 year ago
財金公司將於6月23日進行ATM跨行服務系統切轉演練，導致在凌晨1:00至6:30期間暫停跨行服務15~30分鐘，不影響個別金融機構系統運作。民眾可選擇存款銀行設置的ATM進行交易，如有疑問可洽詢金融機構或致電財金公司客服專線。
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Reported over 1 year ago
彰化縣王功漁火節將於2024年的7月13日至14日在王功地區福海宮舉行，除了祈福嘉年華活動外，還有踩街遊行、海洋音樂會、煙火秀等豐富節目。這是彰化夏季最熱門的濱海觀光活動之一，吸引遊客前來欣賞知名歌手演唱、煙火秀等精彩表演，並有多樣美食和遊樂活動。
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