Reported 11 months ago
A survey conducted by educational institution Glory Seminar targeting parents of children in grades 1 to 3 in junior high schools and high schools revealed that over 90% of participants prioritize their children being able to showcase hobbies or special talents rather than income when considering their future careers. The survey, conducted in early to mid-September 2023, received 2836 valid responses. The majority of parents have discussed their children's future careers, with timing mostly during daily conversations or when choosing educational paths or post-graduation opportunities. High school parents showed a higher percentage of children actively working towards career goals. Overall, parents across all education levels value showcasing personal talents the most when it comes to their children's future careers.
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Reported 11 months ago
Since the Taiwan Railway Administration was restructured into the state-owned Taiwan Railway Company at the beginning of this year, its operating revenue has reached 13.225 billion in the first five months, showing a 6.18 billion increase from the same period last year, with a 4.9% growth. The company's core revenue from passenger and freight services increased by 5.75%, and its asset development and ancillary revenue grew by 0.21%. The on-time performance of trains reached 98.26%, and the average daily passenger volume increased by about 11.63% compared to last year, surpassing the 2019 level.
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Reported 11 months ago
In the morning of June 6th, a male body was found at Dunhuang Wharf, with his mouth and nose wrapped in transparent tape. The deceased, identified as a 56-year-old man surnamed Chen from Zhonghe District, was discovered by a fisherman near Hwazhong Bridge. The Datong Police Precinct has launched a thorough investigation with the prosecutor's office and formed a special task force to determine the cause of death, emphasizing that suicide is not a solution for difficulties and urging individuals to seek help from social resources. Contact hotlines include 1995 for suicide prevention, 0800-788-995 for general support, and 0800-013-999 for men's care. (Reporter Huang Hexiu/ Taipei Report).
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Reported 11 months ago
To ensure the hygiene of summer beverages and ice products consumed by the public, Tainan City Government's Health Bureau inspected a total of 50 samples of beverages and ice products from April to May. Among them, 7 samples exceeded the hygiene standards for coliform bacteria. Well-known franchises such as Five-Tong Hao, Chun Cui He, and CoCo were also included in the non-compliant list. The Health Bureau has notified the businesses to make improvements within a specified period under the Food Safety and Health Management Act, emphasizing the importance of adhering to good food hygiene practices to prevent microbial contamination.
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Reported 11 months ago
Caitlin Clark expressed disappointment in the recent discussions surrounding the WNBA game between Chicago Sky and Indiana Fever, which turned into a larger conversation on social media touching upon race, privilege, and the physicality of the sport. Despite the attention, Clark remains focused on basketball and prefers the conversation to center on the game itself rather than external factors, highlighting the positive growth of women's basketball and the benefits it brings to players.
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Reported 11 months ago
In Mariupol, amidst the Russian siege, Valeria and Andriy found love while sheltering in an underground bunker. They got married with makeshift tin-foil rings, but tragically, Andriy was killed in action two days later. Valeria, a former prisoner of war, survived the ordeal and now lives with the memories of her husband and the devastation caused by the conflict in Ukraine.
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Reported 11 months ago
Lydia Kessinger and Alex Kessinger almost faced a wedding day disaster when Lydia was thrown from their truck bed the day before their wedding after a mattress they were transporting blew away while driving at 50 mph. Despite suffering multiple injuries, Lydia remained optimistic, knowing her front teeth could be fixed and the wedding would go on. With the help of family and friends, their wedding proceeded smoothly. The couple shared their story to stress the importance of properly securing transported items.
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Reported 11 months ago
Japanese megabanks Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc. and Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group Inc. are set to divest ¥1.32 trillion ($8.5 billion) of stock in Toyota Motor Corp., potentially leading to more consequential shareholder meetings in Japan as cross-held shares among major companies unwind. The government aims to improve corporate governance by unraveling these long-standing business relationships, but the divestments, happening over time to minimize stock price impact, may introduce more unpredictability. Toyota's upcoming shareholder meeting, where Chairman Akio Toyoda faces reappointment amid declining support due to concerns over EV strategies and recent certification issues, could be a turning point with the influence of individual investors increasing as stable shareholders decrease.
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Reported 11 months ago
The May jobs report revealed that the US added 272,000 jobs, exceeding expectations. Yahoo Finance analyzed the report with experts such as Acting Labor Secretary Julie Su, New York Life Investments chief market strategist Lauren Goodwin, and more. They discussed various aspects, including the unemployment rate rising to 4%, sectors showing growth like healthcare and government, and the impact of immigration on the labor market. The report also highlighted women's participation reaching record highs and insights on the Fed's possible actions based on the data. The article concludes with a focus on the potential economic impacts and future trends based on the expert discussions.
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Reported 11 months ago
China's ultra-long sovereign bond market experienced its least volatile week since August due to efforts to control the bond rally, with the 30-year government bond showing minimal movement. Policymakers in China are growing wary of potential asset bubbles and financial instability from a local bond bull run, amidst uncertainties about the economic recovery and Beijing's stance on further policy easing. Traders are now focused on the People's Bank of China's decision on policy rates and the impact on bond yields.
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Reported 11 months ago
Taiwan's stock market fell by 44.32 points to close at 21,858.38 points, with foreign investors selling a total of NT$9.854 billion worth of shares. Notably, the Taiwan Semiconductor Monthly Dividend ETF (00929) was the top-selling ETF with 36,253 shares sold, marking its 9th consecutive sell-off. Other ETFs that faced significant foreign selling include the Yuanta High Dividend 50 (0056) and the Yuanta Taiwan 50 (0050).
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Reported 11 months ago
Since the Taiwan Railways Administration became a state-owned corporation on New Year's Day this year, it has introduced new development methods not restricted by local procurement laws, aiming to launch four new major commercial projects in Taichung, Taipei, Keelung, and Kaohsiung, with initial assessments projecting benefits of over NT$15 billion. The corporation expects to earn over NT$160 billion from various asset development approaches, including ongoing projects like the Nangang Maintenance Depot redevelopment, Nangang Star redevelopment, Taipei Double Star C1/D1 development, and other station commercial projects. Plans to continue promoting new commercial projects are also in place, focusing on improved travel services, safety measures, and financial reforms for sustainable operation and employee well-being.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
百萬YouTuber蔡阿嘎指控前資深員工「蘿拉」涉犯不法行為，導致她被開除，引起關注。網友利用ChatGPT統計出蘿拉所擁有的25顆精品包包總額高達150萬，加上其他飾品配件和30盒高級精品，網友推測總額「快可以付房子的頭期款」，在社群網路上掀起熱議。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
Two more men, Timothy McCormack and Mahmud Mollah, have been charged in the NBA sports betting scandal that led to the lifetime ban of former Toronto Raptors player Jontay Porter. The case involves allegations of wire fraud and betting based on tips from Porter about his plans to leave games early. The defendants are accused of orchestrating a scheme to win bets against Porter's performance, with Mollah reportedly netting over $1 million in bets on a game. Porter, who has not been publicly named in connection with the case, is being investigated by Brooklyn federal prosecutors for tipping off bettors about his health and making wagers based on insider information, ultimately leading to his banishment from the NBA.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
Kelly Clarkson arrived at the 2024 Daytime Emmys in a stylish hot pink gown to celebrate her nominations, including outstanding daytime talk series for 'The Kelly Clarkson Show'. The musician accessorized with statement earrings and a voluminous updo. Clarkson is also set to present an award at the event. Previously, she attended the 2024 Grammy Awards and NFL Honors in equally stunning looks.
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Reported 11 months ago
According to Sohu's astrology experts, three zodiac signs are believed to be exceptionally lucky and prosperous today, making it the perfect time to buy lottery tickets for a chance to win big and become wealthy. Capricorns, Leos, and Cancers are encouraged to try their luck as their financial fortunes are said to be soaring. This is due to auspicious stars blessing them with increased wealth potential, making winning the lottery highly probable.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
Danny Green believes the Boston Celtics' Game 1 success against the Dallas Mavericks in the 2024 NBA Finals, particularly their defensive strategy focused on limiting Luka Doncic's assists and stopping other players, is ‘unsustainable' for a seven-game series. Green anticipates adjustments from the Mavericks and stresses that Boston's defensive approach may not work in the long run. With concerns over Kyrie Irving's performance and Doncic's potential to make more assists, the series is expected to become a tightly contested battle.
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Reported 11 months ago
俄勒岡州政府擴大了沿州整個海岸線的貝類採集封鎖範圍，包括蛏蚶和灣蚶，因已經高企的毒素水平導致貝類中毒爆發繼續上升。俄勒岡州野生動物和漁業部表示，由於已知為麻痺性貝毒的一種海洋生物毒素水平“史上最高”，新的封鎖措施宣布在星期四的新聞發布會上，這一舉措是在上週該州官員類似地封閉了整個海岸線以採集貽貝之後的決定。農業官員還關閉了該州南海岸的一個額外的海灣以進行商業牡蠣採集，使這些封鎖的總數達到了三個。
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Reported 11 months ago
台灣知名YouTuber蔡阿嘎最近因開除資深員工蘿拉引發熱議，昨晚終於在臉書發聲。他貼出一張員工大合照，強調要繼續好好工作、好好生活，獲得網友支持與留言。蔡阿嘎表示蘿拉違反公司政策，造成損失，已委託律師處理法律程序。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
凱利·克拉克森在2024年的黃金時段艾美獎上展現出色服裝，她以一襲紅色地板長禮服亮相。這位美國偶像冠軍獲獎歌手以修長纖細的身材吸引眾人的目光，她的脫孔袖連身禮服搭配紅色口紅及整齊髮型展現出高貴氣質。克拉克森還將在艾美獎中擔任表演嘉賓，她的脫口秀節目《凱利·克拉克森秀》在今年的頒獎活動中獲得眾多提名，擔任多個節目類別的佼佼者。
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
A baggage loader at a Dublin airport warned that personalized straps and tags on luggage might obstruct scanning, potentially causing bags to miss flights. Many passengers add bright-colored straps or accessories to easily identify their bags on conveyor belts, but John emphasized that these items could hinder luggage from passing through the scanners efficiently, leading to potential manual handling and missed flights. He also advised removing old stickers to avoid confusion during scanning.
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Reported 11 months ago
Scottie Scheffler 在梅墨瑞爾錦標賽36洞後重新回到領先位置，以9柏打69的總成績領先該錦標賽。他以三杆領先衛冕冠軍 Viktor Hovland 及 Adam Hadwin 於中途。Scheffler 在風勢強勁的情況下表現出色，命中13格果嶺，在73名選手中排名第二。他交出4柏打69的成績單，包括在第15洞的老鷹和在最後一洞的小鳥，領先優異表現。
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Reported 11 months ago
DPP legislator Chen Ting-fei expressed her intention to run for Tainan mayor and possibly contend for a Central Standing Committee position, leading to internal debates within the party ahead of the full delegation meeting in July. Speculations arise regarding the influence of former President Chen Shui-bian and the power dynamics within the DPP, especially with regard to supporting President Lai Ching-te. Chen Ting-fei's determination to participate in the Central Standing Committee election raises concerns of party division, with debates on whether the Central Committee will support her candidacy among the party members.
Source: YAHOO
Reported 11 months ago
Su Feiya's daily horoscope for June 8th focuses on air signs with advice including Aquarius being prone to financial losses in relationships or entertainment, Gemini encountering various business opportunities, and Libra facing communication and cultural differences. The horoscope also highlights the influence of the Moon in Cancer and warns of potential risks and health issues to watch out for. Overall, caution is advised for unexpected events as Mars moves into Taurus tomorrow, suggesting a need for carefulness and stability for a safe day ahead.
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Reported 11 months ago
Sufeiya's daily horoscope for June 7, 2024, advises earth sign zodiacs. Capricorn needs patience and multitasking to handle work-related issues; Taurus should maintain a warm approach in social events and diversify investments; Virgo should manage business partnerships carefully and show more tolerance towards interpersonal pressures. The astrological forecast suggests being cautious and organized due to Saturn's dominance and the upcoming shift of Mars. Various health and safety warnings are given, with evening hours seen more favorably. Lucky zodiac signs for the day are Cancer, Scorpio, and favorable times include nighttime. The article also covers horoscopes for other elements like air and water signs.
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