Reported over 1 year ago
Vitol Group，全球最大的独立石油交易商之一，其中有人士透露，已经成为对炼油商Citgo Petroleum Corp.母公司提交报价的竞标人之一。美国特拉华州的一个联邦法院正在为PDV Holding进行拍卖，以满足针对委内瑞拉和其国有石油公司PDVSA超过200亿美元索赔的要求，竞标于上周到期。Vitol加入了一系列竞标人名单，其中包括正在竞购Citgo母公司的加拿大矿商Gold Reserve Inc。据知情人士透露，转让的听证会定于7月15日举行，收购过程预计将很长。对于Vitol来说，成功竞购Citgo将是其在炼油和分销方面的最新投资之一。
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
One of Russia's advanced submarines, the Kazan, is displaying visible damage such as falling soundproofing panels after leaving Cuba. Despite the worn appearance, experts assure that the damage won't impact the submarine's performance. The vessel, part of a group that departed Havana after a military visit, has drawn attention for its unique capabilities, including the ability to strike both land and sea targets stealthily.
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
Another food safety issue arises as the New MALA hotpot chain's Yulon City branch unexpectedly shuts down due to two customers experiencing vomiting and diarrhea after dining there. This is not the first incident, as two other customers fell ill in early April after eating at the same location. Health authorities noted that these two suspected cases of food poisoning within a year meet the criteria for temporary closure, and if improvements are not made upon re-inspection, the restaurant could face fines ranging from 60,000 to 200 million NTD.
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
Dua Lipa, with nearly 100 million followers on Instagram, shared in an interview with the Radio Times that she acknowledges potential backlash for her public opinions on sensitive topics but remains committed to sharing her thoughts after careful consideration. The singer highlighted the importance of thorough research before speaking out, emphasizing the significance of addressing issues larger than herself. Despite anticipating criticism, Dua affirms her willingness to face consequences for the greater good, stating that speaking out is a natural inclination driven by her background and heritage. Dua is set to headline the upcoming Glastonbury Festival in England.
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
根據美國人口普查局的數據，五月份的零售銷售增長放緩至0.1%，低於預期的0.3%。由於人工智慧和科技將推動強勁收益增長，黑石全球首席投資策略師李瑋表示，這導致股市強勁，與利率市場預期存在一定脫節。他解釋稱，'崛起的人工智慧'將帶來更強大的收益，這解釋了股市強勁的原因。對於更多專家見解以及最新市場動態，可點擊觀看Catalysts節目的完整集。
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
In the midst of persistently high US interest rates and widening losses in US bonds, Mizuho Bank of Japan announced that its losses for the fiscal year 2024 are projected to triple from 500 billion yen to 1.5 trillion yen. This exemplifies the impact of the Federal Reserve's aggressive rate hikes, leading to a decline in US bonds and financial institutions lacking hedging strategies experiencing losses. Mizuho Bank plans to sell US and European bonds with a value of 10 trillion yen this year to mitigate losses, reflecting a challenging market environment affected by rising interest rates.
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
On June 18, 2024, the League of Legends servers experienced a major issue, causing a 'global crisis' with players facing disconnections. Many players were unable to log into the game lobby or experienced errors leading to frozen screens. Frustrated players took to forums to express their anger, with some suspecting issues with the anti-cheat program 'Vanguard' as a potential cause. While some players have managed to resume gameplay, frequent disconnections and crashes persist. League of Legends officials have not yet addressed the situation, despite the increase in error reports according to monitoring site 'Downdetector'.
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
Conflicts over courtesy seats erupt once again in the Taipei subway system as a 75-year-old man is seen on video angrily confronting a young man sitting in the courtesy seat and even physically attacking him when asked to yield the seat. This incident has sparked discussions, leading writer Koo Yun to suggest starting an 'Occupy Courtesy Seat' movement. There have been increasing controversies over giving up seats, with opinions ranging from advocating against the courtesy seat to suggesting everyone should behave as if every seat is a courtesy seat.
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
In Kaohsiung's Fengshan on June 18, 2024, a man was attacked by three individuals with knives in an attempt to reclaim a debt of 200,000 Taiwan dollars. The victim, trying to settle the debt for a friend, was wounded in the process and sought help at a convenience store. Despite the attackers' attempts to escape, they were restrained by the police and weapons were discovered in their vehicle, leading to charges including disrupting public order and attempted murder.
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
Ford is planning additional job cuts in Germany, Spain, and the UK, according to the head of Ford's worker's council in Germany. The restructuring plan, which follows a previous round of cuts, aims at reducing personnel due to the shift towards electric vehicle production. Ford has already completed half of a previous plan to cut 2,300 jobs in Germany, with the current plan expected to be decided upon by the end of June. In Spain, Ford also plans to cut up to 1,600 jobs at its Valencia assembly plant.
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
African Infrastructure Investment Managers Ltd., a private equity fund owned by Old Mutual Ltd., is in discussions with companies like BlackRock Inc. to offload a stake in one of Africa's largest renewable energy businesses. The fund, which has grown its renewable energy presence across the continent, is looking to attract investors, potentially including Norway's Norfund AS. This move could pave the way for major investor BlackRock to enter Africa's burgeoning renewable energy sector, with AIIM managing assets worth $2.8 billion in the industry.
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
The Softies, the iconic indie duo of Rose Melberg and Jen Sbragia, have announced their first album in 24 years, 'The Bed I Made,' set to release on August 23 via Father/Daughter Records. The lead single 'I Said What I Said' is available now. Known for their introspective indie rock sound, the Softies' return comes as they embark on upcoming tour dates and continue to captivate fans as indie cult heroes with their emotional vulnerability and tender music.
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
New Taipei City's detective team captain Shih Chun-Chi, known as the 'Eagle Eye,' who has cracked numerous major criminal cases in his 16 years in the police force, was invited by the Wei Chuan Dragons to participate as a guest for the opening pitch of a CPBL game. Having once been a baseball player, Shih Chun-Chi expressed that this opportunity allowed him to fulfill a dream from his youth. His professional pitching stance surprised many, revealing that his baseball career was interrupted by his policing duties.
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
The Police Times reported on June 18, 2024 at 11:19 a.m., documenting a new innovation in parliamentary inquiries using AI for the first time! KMT Legislator Chen Jinghui, after unexpectedly losing her voice due to vocal cord issues, sought emergency assistance from technology Legislator Ke Jinkun. Ke used voice recordings to create a lifelike AI voice named 'AI Hui Hui' to assist in the interrogation of Premier Cho Rong-tai, marking the first use of AI assistance at the parliament for inquiries. This initiative demonstrates the potential of AI technology in parliamentary proceedings and public engagements.
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
The Motley Fool article by Jose Najarro discusses recent updates impacting Nvidia, emphasizing considerations for investing in Nvidia stock. The article also mentions the 10 best stocks identified by The Motley Fool Stock Advisor team, highlighting the potential for significant returns from these recommended stocks. Jose Najarro discloses having positions in Nvidia and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing, with The Motley Fool having positions in and recommending both companies.
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
Arm在Kelidi軟體庫協助開發者在Arm架構的運算系統打造應用服務，並針對不同GPU部分作規劃如Immortalis-G925和Mali-G725等設計。即使Immortalis系列GPU無法支援微軟的DirectX API，在Windows on Arm的PC產品設計中並未納入GPU，但可依需求接入第三方GPU設計。Arm暗示未來可能透過其他處理器產品整合外部GPU以支援DirectX API，在如何讓Windows on Arm的PC產品對應DirectX API方面仍有潛在的可行辦法。
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
On June 18, 2024, Wang Po-Jung hit his fourth homer of the season as Taiwan Steel Eagles defeated Wei Chuan Dragons 9-2, achieving their longest winning streak in team history with 6 consecutive victories. The team's recent performance of hitting 11 home runs in 5 games has been crucial, with Wang mentioning feeling more comfortable physically and acknowledging the team effort, aiming to boost confidence. Manager Hong Yi-Chung commented on the team's recent strong offensive showing, highlighting the players' improved performance during the winning streak and the importance of confidence. Wang's personal performance, contributing significantly with a 30% batting average, 2 homers, and 8 RBIs in the last few games, has been noted, with him attributing the improvement to feeling better physically. The Taiwan Steel Eagles' impressive batting stats during the 6-game winning streak have been a key factor in their success.
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
演員 Jeremy Strong 與妻子 Emma Hall 有三個女兒，包括2018年出生的 Ingrid、2019年的 Clara 和2021年的幼兒。Strong 不僅在事業上努力，還注重家庭和平衡。他表示女兒們改善了他的生活和觀點，並且對他的角色選擇和工作也有所影響。不同於他在影視劇《豪門內幕》中飾演的Kendall Roy，Strong 是一個愛家的人，並表示他的女兒們幫助他跳脫角色，讓他更加平衡和幸福。
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
Workers of literature and history, Zhang ZheSheng shared that the establishment of the love seat originated as a measure by bus operators in Taipei to commemorate the anniversary of the passing of former President Chiang Kai-shek. Although the 'Love Seat' has recently been the center of controversy, initially it was a kind and charitable gesture. The concept of the Love Seat, originating from the implementation of an 'accessible environment' in Nordic countries, aims to accommodate the inconvenience of disabled individuals and prioritize the seating for pregnant women, injured individuals, the elderly, children, and the sick among others.
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
On June 10th in Dadaocheng, Taipei, a man named Li, along with another man, went to his ex-girlfriend's (Chen) residence and fired a gun due to an argument between Chen and her current boyfriend. Chen, wearing leggings, tried to stop her ex-boyfriend and even slapped herself in shock. The police arrested Li and the other man the same evening and seized two non-lethal airsoft guns used in the incident. The men were charged with intimidation and the police are investigating the cause of the conflict.
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
Nikon recently announced the Z6 III, a new mid-range full-frame mirrorless camera featuring an integrated stacked CMOS sensor design. The camera inherits the design elements from Nikon's flagship Z9 and Z8 models, with improvements such as a 24.5MP stacked sensor design that enhances image readout speeds, upgraded image processing speed by 10 times compared to its predecessor Z6 II, and shooting capabilities including 120fps continuous shooting, 240p video recording, 6K 60p RAW video recording, 5.4K 60p video, and enhanced autofocus features. The Z6 III also includes a 5.76-million-dot EVF, a 3.2-inch vari-angle touchscreen, and CFexpress Type B and SD card storage options, priced around 435,600 Japanese Yen.
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
Hot Pockets, a popular American microwaveable snack, can now be easily made at home with a variety of homemade recipes that range from ham and cheese, pizza, to vegan options. These DIY hot pockets offer a healthier and customizable alternative to store-bought versions, such as puff pastry pizza, cheesy chicken and broccoli, air fryer ham and cheese, and more. With a mix of savory and sweet fillings, these homemade hot pocket recipes are perfect for satisfying any craving.
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
美國電信公司Verizon正在使用生成式人工智慧（GenAI）預測客戶來電原因，將他們轉接至適合的代理人，並縮短到店時間，以阻止10萬名客戶今年離開其服務。Verizon每年接到約1.7億通電話，而憑藉GenAI，公司可以80%的時間確定客戶來電原因。CEO Hans Vestberg表示，Verizon已推出多項GenAI支持的客戶服務倡議，並成功使用GenAI個人化任何優惠，削減了每次到店約七分鐘。
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
Just weeks before the Paris Olympics, 18-year-old athlete Jackson James Rice from Tonga tragically passed away while diving, preventing him from participating in the upcoming games. Despite his qualifications from the Kitefoiling event in Sydney in December 2023, where he secured 8th place, earning him a spot in the Olympics, Rice succumbed to a diving accident. His father confirmed the news, mentioning Rice's bravery in a previous water rescue incident at the age of 15. The tragic incident has devastated his family and the Tongan sports community.
Source: YAHOO
Reported over 1 year ago
Source: BARRONS