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Traveling to Taoyuan Airport: Second Phase of Road Improvement on Hangzhan North Road to Open in Mid-July, Saving Time and Streamlining Routes

Reported about 1 year ago

In efforts to optimize airport traffic flow, the second phase of Hangzhan North Road's road improvement project near Taoyuan Airport is set to open in mid-July. The project aims to connect vehicles leaving from the third floor of Terminal 2 directly to Hangzhan North Road, eliminating the need to detour through the fourth parking lot (P4) and saving time for drivers. The road will facilitate smoother traffic movement and improve accessibility to the airport, especially with the ongoing construction of the third terminal building. Drivers are encouraged to follow speed limits, traffic signs, and consider using public transportation options like the airport MRT and highway buses to save time and parking costs during the upcoming peak summer travel season.

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Average Monthly Salary of Taiwanese Individuals at 63,000, Criticized by Legislators for Inaccuracies and Public Backlash

Reported about 1 year ago

Recent data from Taiwan's Directorate-General of Budget, Accounting and Statistics revealed that the average monthly salary for employed individuals during the first four months of 2024 was over NT$63,000, taking into account not only base salaries but also performance bonuses and overtime pay. The announcement led to skepticism from Kuomintang legislators like Chiu Chien-Chun, who questioned the calculation method. In response, Premier Su Tseng-chang acknowledged the need for more current calculations, suggesting the use of median calculations to provide a more accurate representation. Legislators highlighted discrepancies between the reported average salary and actual income levels of the population, urging for more realistic and transparent reporting in the future to improve public trust and credibility. Discussions surrounding the data sparked online jokes and criticism, with some dubbing it as the 'Fourth Military Salary,' emphasizing the importance of accurate and relatable statistical reporting for the population.

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How Much to Invest in Enterprise Products Partners Stock for $1,000 Dividend Income

Reported about 1 year ago

Enterprise Products Partners (NYSE: EPD) is a popular choice for investors seeking dividend stocks in the oil and gas sector due to its consistent annual dividend growth over the past 25 years and a current high yield of 7.3%. To earn $1,000 in annual dividend income, investors would need to purchase around 485 shares of the stock or invest approximately $13,700. With a strong balance sheet, steady cash flows, and ongoing growth projects, Enterprise Products Partners remains a reliable choice for income investors.

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The Pressure on Chen Bolin from the 'Ghost Team' is Overwhelming, Director Xu Hanqiang Collapses During Filming of 'Ghost Savant' - Feels like a Kindergarten Teacher

Reported about 1 year ago

The highly anticipated supernatural comedy film 'Ghost Savant', set to premiere at this year's Taipei Film Festival, features a unique ensemble of characters played by Chen Bolin, Zhang Rongrong, Wang Jing, Bai Bai, and Shoushou. Director Xu Hanqiang mentioned the challenges of directing a group with diverse personalities in a first-time multi-character scene, likening it to being a kindergarten teacher. Lead actor Wang Jing expressed the team's progress and camaraderie throughout filming, scheduled for a nationwide release in August 2024 after its festival debut on June 28th.

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Norway wealth fund to continue 'constructive dialogue' with Tesla after AGM

Reported about 1 year ago

Norway's $1.7 trillion wealth fund, a top shareholder in Tesla, will continue a constructive dialogue with the automaker after its AGM approved CEO Elon Musk's $56 billion pay package. Despite the fund voting against the pay package, they remain Tesla's eighth-largest shareholder and plan to engage in discussions with the company on various topics, maintaining a positive relationship including recent meetings with Tesla Chair Robyn Denholm. The fund currently holds a 0.98% stake in Tesla valued at $7.7 billion.

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2024花蓮夏戀嘉年華:東台灣最盛大的音樂盛事

Reported about 1 year ago

2024花蓮夏戀嘉年華將於7月3日至7月7日在花蓮市東大門廣場舉行,包括獨立樂團和知名歌手的演出,打頭陣由宇宙人、理想混蛋等演出,接著五堅情、溫嵐、告五人等台灣知名歌手加入,持續5天共27組卡司,提早規劃入場可體驗視覺和聽覺的雙重饗宴。活動當天也有住宿商圈優惠活動連動,以及其他暑假活動,還有獎勵方案讓遊客享受永續旅遊。

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Selina express her sorrow as Wang Leehom pays tribute to A-Mei

Reported about 1 year ago

Selina, the spokesperson for a milk bottle brand, expressed her opinion on the controversy surrounding Wang Leehom's tribute to A-Mei at the Golden Melody Awards. Selina, a loyal fan of A-Mei, believes that no matter how outstanding the performance, no one can replace A-Mei in their hearts. She also shared her experiences celebrating Mother's Day for the first time after becoming a mother, including camping with her family and receiving romantic gestures from her boyfriend's parents. In another event, Selina revealed her struggles being separated from her son for two nights in China, highlighting the importance of quality time spent with family.

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50歲男性員工在福島核電廠進行輻射檢測後倒地身亡

Reported about 1 year ago

日本東京電力公司宣布一名50歲男性員工在福島第一核電廠內進行輻射檢測後,約1小時後被發現倒地身亡。雖經檢測死因與輻射無關,但家屬意願下未對外公布。

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Chinese #MeToo Activist Huang Xueqin Sentenced to Five Years in Prison on Charges of 'Inciting Subversion of State Power'

Reported about 1 year ago

BBC News Chinese reported on the prominent #MeToo case in China involving activist Huang Xueqin. According to Reuters, a court in Guangzhou sentenced Chinese feminist activist Huang Xueqin to five years in prison on Friday (June 14) on charges of 'inciting subversion of state power.' Another labor rights activist, Wang Jianbing, was also sentenced to three years and six months on the same charges. The convictions have been criticized by organizations like Amnesty International and Reporters Without Borders, calling them unjust and unfounded. Prior to her arrest, Huang Xueqin was a well-known feminist activist and independent journalist in China who participated in and advocated for the #MeToo movement.

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Snoopy and EMJ. LIFE Partner with Eastern Home Pets to Donate 12,000 Sets in Hualien Charity Drive

Reported about 1 year ago

In a joint effort, Snoopy and EMJ. LIFE collaborate with Eastern Home Pets to launch outdoor picnic mats and baskets for pets, donating 12,000 sets to pet owners. The SNOOPY PICNIC purchase event pledges 10% towards charity, supporting the Christian mustard seed association to aid Hualien's vulnerable residents. Additionally, a new PET JOURNEY platform is being developed to offer a unique metaverse experience for pet owners to create and interact with AI-generated pet photo albums and continue the bond even after their pets pass away.

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Tsai Ing-wen Shares Photo of Cleaning Wall with Toothbrush, Fulfilling Promise of Interior Design Interest After Retirement

Reported about 1 year ago

On June 14, 2024, President Tsai Ing-wen shared a photo on social media of herself cleaning the walls of her home with a toothbrush while wearing house slippers. The photo was in response to a reminder from Vice President Xiao Meiqin at the 2024 Taiwan International Interior Design Expo, where she mentioned Tsai's past statement about wanting to pursue interior design after retirement. Tsai humorously commented that she is still working on her interior design skills. Xiao also highlighted the importance of including elements like intelligence, green technology, energy efficiency, carbon reduction, and health in contemporary interior design, emphasizing that it should cater not only to humans but also to pets like cats and dogs.

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MUFG面臨因「反覆」濫用客戶數據而被處罰

Reported about 1 year ago

根據彭博社,日本證券監督機構表示發現三家未名東京日聯金融集團銀行部門和與摩根士丹利的合營經紀公司間破壞了保護客戶數據的業務單位之間的防火牆,應對未名東京日聯銀行、摩根士丹利未名證券和未名東京日聯摩根士丹利證券等公司進行不明確的行政處置。 調查是日本最新的金融醜聞,對於該國最大的銀行來說是一個挫折,去年客戶通過與摩根士丹利合營的經紀公司購買信貸蘇黎士最冒險的債券後損失逾七億美元。

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Behind the Scenes / Xi Jinping Urgently Sets Up 'Integrating Taiwan to Rescue the Market' Trap: Letting Taiwanese Save the Chinese Economy

Reported about 1 year ago

As the Chinese economy remains in a slump, high-ranking Chinese officials turn their attention to the Taiwanese people for solutions. The upcoming China Strait Forum in Fujian will focus on 'integrating Taiwan,' with efforts to encourage Taiwanese to purchase homes in Xiamen and other areas, essentially aiming to have Taiwanese individuals boost the Chinese economy. The forum, lacking previous 'Taiwan-friendly measures,' will instead promote various 'city cluster integration' initiatives to attract Taiwanese investments and property acquisitions in China, addressing issues such as real estate oversupply. The move signals a shift towards relying on Taiwanese contributions amid foreign capital withdrawal and escalating Western sanctions.

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Germany seeks to prevent or soften EU tariffs on Chinese EVs

Reported about 1 year ago

Germany is working to prevent or reduce the impact of the European Union's proposed tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, aiming for an amicable solution through talks with Beijing by early July. The German government, led by Chancellor Olaf Scholz, is concerned about potential disruptions to global trade. German Economy Minister Robert Habeck will travel to China to facilitate discussions. The EU's auto industry, particularly German carmakers, is at risk due to a significant portion of their sales coming from China. Chinese firms have also initiated an anti-dumping probe into EU pork imports, further escalating tensions.

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Taipei Prosecutors Appeal Acquittal of 7 Individuals in Fatal KTV Fire Case

Reported about 1 year ago

The Taipei District Prosecutors' Office filed an appeal against the acquittal of 7 individuals, including the company owner Lian Taisheng, in the 2020 fatal fire at the Cashbox KTV in Taipei. The initial verdict had sentenced some individuals to prison or fines, citing negligence leading to death, while Lian Taisheng and two others were acquitted due to alleged contradictions and errors in the reasoning behind the acquittal. The prosecutors argue that the acquittal of these individuals was based on flawed reasoning and will appeal the decision.

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Taipei Prosector Appeals in Cashbox KTV Fire Case

Reported about 1 year ago

Taipei District Prosecutors' Office files an appeal against the ruling that found Cashbox KTV Chairman Lian Taisheng not guilty for the deadly fire in 2020, where 6 people died and 67 were injured due to malfunctioning safety equipment. The court acquitted Lian and others involved but sentenced some to probation and community service, prompting the prosecutors to appeal citing discrepancies in the judgment and error in facts. The incident revealed that crucial safety devices were switched off or dysfunctional during the fire, which lasted 3 and a half years in trial before the verdict.

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Investing $10,000 in Former General Electric Stock 5 Years Ago

Reported about 1 year ago

Investors who invested $10,000 in former General Electric (now GE Aerospace) stock five years ago would have roughly $46,000 today, considering stock splits and spinoffs. This significant return is attributed to GE Aerospace's performance under CEO Larry Culp's tenure, as well as stock in GE HealthCare Technologies and GE Vernova. Each business, including GE Aerospace, GE HealthCare, and GE Vernova, offers unique investment opportunities, with GE HealthCare currently appearing as the best value option among the three.

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Liu Jianguo Accused of Being a 'Love Swindler,' Angers Chen Fei Juan and Loses Lawsuit, Seeks Relief from Constitutional Court but Rebuffed

Reported about 1 year ago

Democratic Progressive Party legislator Liu Jianguo was displeased with TV host Chen Fei Juan posting on her Facebook fan page labeling him a 'love swindler' and sued for compensation of 500,000 NTD, content removal, and a public apology. However, he lost in both the first and second trials, with the Supreme Court rejecting his appeal. Liu Jianguo claimed that Chen Fei Juan's actions damaged his reputation, but the Constitutional Court ruled that his application did not specify the violation of the Constitution or fundamental rights, hence dismissing the case.

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US, Japan, and South Korea Prepare for Multi-Domain Joint Military Exercise 'Freedom Edge' as Putin Plans Meeting with Kim Jong-un

Reported about 1 year ago

US, Japan, and South Korea are advancing plans for the multi-domain joint military exercise 'Freedom Edge', involving the USS Theodore Roosevelt aircraft carrier. This exercise marks the first time the three nations will conduct joint military operations in various domains including maritime, underwater, airspace, and cyberspace, with the aim to send a strong warning message ahead of a potential meeting between Russian President Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un. The exercise, combining elements from past US-Korea 'Freedom Shield' and US-Japan 'Keen Edge' exercises, will further enhance military cooperation among the allies.

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Wall Street's Latest Stock-Split Star: Top AI Company Not Nvidia

Reported about 1 year ago

The article discusses the merger of two trending topics on Wall Street: artificial intelligence (AI) and stock splits, exemplified by Nvidia and Broadcom. Nvidia recently completed a 10-for-1 forward split, showcasing its AI-accelerating GPUs. However, Broadcom announced a 10-for-1 stock split, introducing itself as the latest stock-split stock. With AI's projected immense economic impact by 2030, investors are closely watching AI companies like Nvidia and Broadcom, emphasizing Broadcom's diverse tech offerings beyond AI in smartphones, security, and connective solutions.

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Identify Unknown Female Corpse Found Floating off Keelung He Ping Island: Body Swollen After Days in Water

Reported about 1 year ago

On June 14, 2024, at 4:05 AM, a female corpse was found floating off He Ping Island Park in Keelung, Taiwan, with unknown identity. The Coast Guard rushed to the scene upon receiving the report and retrieved the body, preliminarily identified as a middle-aged woman wearing a green shirt and black pants, without any recognizable identification or signs of external force. Due to the body's swollen condition, it is suspected to have been in the water for several days. Further investigation and identification of the cause of death will be conducted by the authorities. The news also featured other reports including an explosion at a factory in Yilan and incidents involving weapons and suspicious behaviors in public areas.

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KMT Legislator Reveals 'Deteriorating Police Working Conditions,' Urges Chang Rong-hsing: Let Frontline Police Return to Professionalism

Reported about 1 year ago

FTNN News, June 14, 2024, 4:05 AM - Nationalist Party Legislator Hong Meng-kai openly acknowledges the continuous deterioration of police working conditions, highlighting that the root cause lies in the exhaustion of frontline personnel. He calls out to the new Director-General of the Police Administration, Chang Rong-hsing, to thoroughly review the labor situation, prevent recurring issues, and ensure that frontline police officers return to their professional roles. Hong emphasizes the need to reform the current officers' rights and stresses the importance of addressing the fundamental problems to avoid historical mistakes.

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New Roommate Stays at Home Every Day, Internet Envies Details and Calls Him Perfect Roommate

Reported about 1 year ago

Many people find roommates to save on rent, and one netizen shared that their new roommate has been living with them for half a year, during which the roommate does not make any noise at home, does not turn on lights, and sometimes does not even open the windows, making the original poster exclaim 'extremely exaggerated'. However, many netizens consider this a perfect roommate. The new roommate works as a cleaner, with only 3 to 4 hours of work per week, spending most of the time in their room, leading the original poster to express difficulty in understanding, comparing it to being in jail. Internet users have varied opinions, with some finding the roommate's behavior acceptable and others praising them as a perfect roommate.

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Selina Expresses Feelings on Wang Leehom's Performance Controversy at Golden Melody Awards

Reported about 1 year ago

During an endorsement event, Selina shared her differing views on Wang Leehom's performance dedicated to the late Coco Lee at the upcoming 35th Golden Melody Awards ceremony. As a devoted fan of Lee, Selina expressed that no matter how great the performance may be, it cannot replace the special place Coco holds in their hearts or ease the sadness and regrets fans feel after her passing. Selina, who is now a mother focusing on caring for her son, has been busy with work commitments, choosing her son over personal trips with her partner, showcasing her love for her child.

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Hengchun Aerial Tours in Pingtung County Launched, Offering New Experience from Eagle's Perspective

Reported about 1 year ago

On June 14, 2024, Pingtung County officially launched aerial tours from Hengchun Airport, offering visitors a unique experience to admire the magnificent mountains and seas from an eagle's perspective at around 1000 meters above ground. The county government collaborated with Angkor Air to introduce the 'airborne Ferrari' P2012 twin-propeller aircraft, organizing the 'Pingtung Aerial Tours - Discovering the South Border' event. The tours last about 30 minutes, taking off from Hengchun Airport and flying over various scenic spots in Pingtung, with narrations by the county chief, providing a renewed understanding of the beauty of the southern border. Participants receive exclusive souvenirs and certificates upon completion, ensuring a safe and exciting flying experience.

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