Reported over 1 year ago
According to Taiwanese media reports, a Chinese submarine was spotted surfacing near the western side of the median line of the Taiwan Strait by Penghu fishermen on Tuesday morning. The specific model of the submarine remains unconfirmed, but it is suspected to be a Jin-class ballistic missile nuclear submarine. Taiwan's Minister of National Defense, Chiu Kuo-chung, stated that they have 'grasped the relevant surveillance and investigation methods,' without revealing further details. Military experts believe the incident may have occurred due to a malfunction as submarines rarely surface intentionally, with the possibility of the submarine returning to its homeport in Qingdao due to technical issues. Taiwan's strategic maritime region near the southwest coast has become a hotspot for military activities involving China, Taiwan, and the U.S., as the area provides ambush locations with the deep drop in the Taiwan Strait. Both Taiwan's P-3C Orion anti-submarine aircraft fleet and the presence of Chinese submarines in the region contribute to the tense military situation. Taiwan has raised concerns over China's 'gray zone tactics' in recent years, attempting to create tensions without resorting to open conflict.
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Reported over 1 year ago
According to reports from mainland China, news circulated online that a researcher at Shopee's R&D department in Shenzhen suddenly collapsed in the office and passed away despite emergency medical efforts. An employee revealed that starting this year, they have been working overtime until 9 or 10 pm without getting paid for the extra hours. Chinese netizens speculate it might be a case of death from overwork. Shopee's R&D department in Shenzhen has yet to provide an explanation on the matter.
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Reported over 1 year ago
American-style retail giant Costco, which has been in the Taiwan market for 27 years with 14 stores, announced its top 3 performing stores as Taichung Nantun, Taipei Zhonghe, and Taipei Neihu locations. The company plans to expand to central Taiwan and increase merchant recruitment in Taiwan. Moreover, Costco confirms no membership fee increase for the year and upgrades to the Black Card services. These double good news items have excited members. The company aims to continue assisting Taiwan brands in expanding to international markets, with membership exceeding 4 million in Taiwan, half of which are co-branded cardholders and more than one-third holding Black Cards.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Hailing from Malaysia, Jesslyn Chen Peixian started singing at the age of 13 and gained fame winning numerous competitions as a 'Ten-Time Champion.' She garnered attention with her cover of 'Is This Love' composed by Huang Juncong, which led her to a record deal with Universal Music Taiwan. Her debut single 'Is This Love' was featured in the drama 'Ace Defender,' and despite the challenges posed by the pandemic, she persevered and continued her music career, showcasing a unique and fresh style in the Mandarin music market. Her song '21' encourages staying true to one's dreams, while 'Salty, Sour, Sweet' strikes a chord with audiences for its heartfelt lyrics and receives high praise in every performance. Jesslyn Chen Peixian continues to captivate fans and spread positivity through her music, embodying humility and dedication in every aspect of her career.
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Reported over 1 year ago
A 38-year-old female nurse surnamed Li from Taipei Medical University Hospital died suddenly in her dorm, with her parents alleging irregular shifts led to her overwork and subsequent death. They sought over 7.32 million yuan in compensation but lost the case in the first instance due to the inability to prove it was work-related. The appeal was also rejected, with the court noting the lack of evidence of excessive workloads. The hospital was ruled not liable for compensation, as announced by the High Court.
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Reported over 1 year ago
On June 18, 2024, Thailand's parliament overwhelmingly passed the marriage equality bill, making it the third country in Asia to legalize same-sex marriage after Taiwan and Nepal. The law will come into effect 120 days after being published in the Royal Gazette. Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin expressed his support for the law, and with 130 senators voting in favor and only 4 against, the bill is expected to be approved by the king and enacted soon. Taiwan was the first country in Asia to pass marriage equality legislation, followed by Nepal in 2023, and now Thailand has joined them, becoming the first Southeast Asian country to do so.
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Reported over 1 year ago
TSMC hit a new high on June 18, reaching 943 NT dollars, while Huacheng has been rapidly catching up recently, with its stock price rising to 945 NT dollars, surpassing TSMC and challenging the 18 thousand mark. Heavy electrical stocks, benefiting from various projects and trends like Taiwan's resilient power grid plan, energy transition, and the US infrastructure plan, have shown promising future prospects and are becoming part of the AI supply chain. Huacheng believes that the energy transition and growing demand for electricity due to the trend of zero carbon emissions will create opportunities, especially in the AI sector that requires significant power consumption.
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Reported over 1 year ago
根据CMONEY统计数据，ETF 00918自6月以来规模暴增263.23%，受益人数净增2.5万，单次配息达3.06%，在各项分析中均位居首位。该ETF的收盘价再创历史新高，收于26.12元。由于成分股跟投资人的买盘推动，00918在指数筛选中表现不俗，并逐渐受到投资人欢迎。该ETF本月规模突破300亿元，受益人数也超过11万人。展望未来，随着AI长期趋势带动半导体供应链表现持续，相关供应链仍具有投资潜力。同时金融股、航运、海运和纺织等传统产业的低估值也值得关注。加上除权息旺季行情，高股息ETF成为参与多元产业配息机会的有效选择。
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Reported over 1 year ago
A 27-year-old livestreamer surnamed Su from Taipei parked his dark Tesla on the side of a road in Datong District, only to find it smashed and spray-painted yellow the next morning. Su filmed himself by the car afterward, angrily warning, 'Don't offend the TikTok big brother, or it will turn out like this.' He suspected a dispute with another livestreamer led to this vandalism. Two suspects have been identified by the police, who are investigating the case. Police discovered footage of two men on a motorcycle committing the acts in the early hours, emphasizing the severity of the incident and promising a thorough investigation to maintain public security in the area.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Ashley Benson responded to claims of using Ozempic for weight loss after giving birth to her daughter, dismissing the accusations as 'funny.' The actress emphasized that she achieved her post-baby body through hard work and dedication to health and fitness, not through the weight loss drug. Benson shared her journey to regain confidence and promote body positivity, expressing gratitude for the support of her health and wellness app.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Reported by Hong Zhengda on June 18, 2024, former detective Hou Hongdian was sentenced to life imprisonment for shooting and killing someone, and later received a sentence of 1 year and 2 months for illegally dumping soil in violation of waste disposal laws. Hou, previously a police investigator, was found to be involved in a dispute over soil and fatally shot a person. He was sentenced to life imprisonment for murder in 2023 by the Chiayi District Court. During the investigation period, it was discovered that Hou was also involved in illegal dumping of construction waste. The judgment stated that Hou, along with an accomplice, Zhang Chenyuan, did not have the necessary permits for waste disposal, but agreed to dump construction waste on a landowner's property. Both transported mixed construction waste from Taipei and Miaoli to dump on the land, committing violations of waste disposal laws. Hou and others were convicted, with Hou being sentenced to 1 year and 2 months for his involvement in the waste dumping scheme. The case is subject to appeal. This acts as a warning against imitating such misconduct.
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Reported over 1 year ago
A female netizen expressed frustration online as her boyfriend refused to travel with her under the pretense of saving money but then went on a trip with his family at his own expense, forbidding her from solo traveling. She felt upset and unfair, mentioning the possibility of breaking up. The situation sparked discussions online with many commenters criticizing the boyfriend's double standards and selfish behavior.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Since the investigation by the authorities at the beginning of this year, rumors have surfaced involving mainland Chinese capital Huatai Securities' involvement and former chairman of Shuohe Group, Ma Tinghai's investment of 600 million in Taichung luxury houses raising questions about fund flow. Huatai Securities claims to be intending to sell the debt rights, with Ma Tinghai's borrowings directed towards Taipei Sky Tower's construction; however, the funds were allegedly misappropriated, triggering suspicions of asset stripping. The investigation is ongoing to clarify the situation.
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Reported over 1 year ago
On June 18, 2024, the Taiwan High Prosecutors Office held a meeting to oversee the crackdown on telecom fraud under the new government. They successfully dismantled fraud groups, conducted 160 cases, arrested 748 people, seized assets, and achieved significant results. The government's anti-fraud strategy has been effective, with various agencies working together to combat fraud crimes and reduce victimization. The crackdown has led to a decrease in new fraud cases, but the fight against fraud remains a priority to protect the public from scams.
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Reported over 1 year ago
金馬影后林青霞於清華大學畢業典禮上以嘉賓身份分享人生經歷，引發熱議。作家苦苓指出林青霞是成功人士，書自己寫，同時批評清華大學低估她與高聘翁曉玲教授的情況。苦苓指出大學畢業典禮本身也可能被誤解，認為演藝人員或嫁入豪門的人受到不應有的輕視。
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Reported over 1 year ago
TVBS News on June 18, 2024, at 5:40 AM features 52-year-old veteran actor Small Bell (Zhong Yun Cheng). Small Bell, known for his witty humor, was surprised during a location shoot for an outdoor program when he expected to meet 6 internet beauties but only saw middle-aged women due to excessive photo editing. He later found out the 'beauties' were heavily photoshopped, creating a stark contrast between their real and digital appearances, leaving him astounded and awkward on the set.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Zhong Xinling and Wang Shaowei, who co-starred in 'My Mother-in-Law Is So Cute 2', recently appeared on the show 'Classmates Are Here'. Zhong Xinling revealed that Wang Shaowei, who plays the meticulous character 'Su Bingxiao', is very similar to his real-life self. She humorously said that she would not allow her daughter to marry this type of man, but An Xinya interjected, 'No, he has a girlfriend'. This response surprised Zhong Xinling, while Wang Shaowei jokingly responded to the gossip. The two also discussed cultural differences regarding thriftiness and shared personal anecdotes on indulging in all-you-can-eat buffets and cheap dining experiences.
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Reported over 1 year ago
This article discusses how while companies like Microsoft, Apple, and Nvidia are expected to reach a $4 trillion market valuation, some analysts believe other stocks might surprise the market. By extrapolating Nvidia's growth to other S&P 500 companies, it's estimated that eight stocks, besides the current top three, could potentially reach $4 trillion by June 2027, highlighting the uncertainty and potential for dark horse companies to emerge as market leaders.
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Reported over 1 year ago
ETF成為熱門投資工具，但並非每檔ETF都無懸念，30多檔ETF曾黯然下市。ETF下市可能需要投資人花費一段時間處理，根據台灣證交所的「ETF下市QA懶人包」，檢視手中的ETF是否接近下市門檻至關重要。下市的ETF清算後投資人會收回投資，但可能需花費3至5個禮拜的時間。建議投資人避開市值規模小、流動性差的ETF，以降低下市風險。
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Reported over 1 year ago
Taipei Metro faces another controversy over priority seats as an elderly man loudly scolds a man sitting in the priority seat and even physically attacks him, leading to both parties filing assault charges. The incident occurred when a 75-year-old man requested a 29-year-old man to give up his seat due to illness, but the younger man refused as he was suffering from a stomachache. Chaos ensued with onlookers getting involved, and the elderly man ended up hitting the younger man, resulting in a physical altercation.
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Reported over 1 year ago
In the early morning of June 18, 2024, fishermen in Penghu encountered a suspected PLA submarine floating on the surface. Su Ziyun, Director of the Strategic Security and Resources Research Institute at the Institute for National Defense and Security Research, speculated three possibilities: technical failure, changes in seabed topography, or a deliberate show of force by China. Su indicated that based on the trajectory, the submarine was likely returning from south to north for routine maintenance and not targeting Taiwan. The incident exposed a unexpected presence of a Chinese submarine in the Taiwan Strait. Su also mentioned that strategic submarines like the 094 ballistic missile nuclear submarine rarely float, but due to the risk of running aground, the captain may have chosen to surface. This situation was similar to 2019 when a 094 submarine was spotted floating by Vietnamese fishermen in the South China Sea, making it difficult to directly conclude a mechanical failure.
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Reported over 1 year ago
New Qing An has been accused of using straw buyers and renting out purchased properties, fueling a booming real estate market that even prompted Central Bank Governor Yang Chin-lung to warn of potential harm to banks if debts cannot be repaid. Deputy Director of Banking Bureau, Tong Cheng-chang, insists that the bank's fund flow into the public for real demand is 'normal' and assures of sufficient collateral to prevent a financial storm. However, the Financial Supervisory Commission plans to strengthen credit monitoring through 'off-site supervision and financial inspections' to ensure the bank's risk control measures are adequate in light of concerns that New Qing An could lead to inflated housing prices and a future debt crisis.
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Reported over 1 year ago
Reporter Zhang Man-ping, Li Cheng-ying / Interviewed on June 18, 2024 at 5:36 am. After eight years since the Little Light Bulb case, Wang Wanyu, the mother of Little Light Bulb, expressed that the immense pain has not completely healed. Wang evolved from a victim's mother to a legislator, advocating for amendments such as the Mental Health Law. She emphasized the need for systematic crime research and reforms beyond mere punishment, reflecting on the tragic experiences that can drive legislative changes. Wang's experiences highlight the complexity of advocating for reform in society.
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Reported over 1 year ago
台美混血主持人奶黃首次主持三立全新行腳節目，媽媽現身助陣，卻催促她趕快結婚。奶黃則坦言節目至少要主持6年，否則結婚後挺著肚子出外景不合適。她透露自己單身並曾與台灣男生交往過，最長只有3個月，最短僅3天，批評有些男生幼稚。雖擁有台美血統，她認為台灣男生體貼，對女生細心，目前專注於主持節目，認為緣份尚未到來。
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Reported over 1 year ago
In Taoyuan, an elderly man was fined and sentenced to 6 days of community service for publicly insulting a young man who refused to give up his priority seat on a train. The elderly man called the young man 'not human' and used degrading language, leading to a confrontation. Despite apologizing afterwards, the court found his actions unacceptable, as they did not promote public welfare and negatively affected the young man's social reputation. The elderly man can still appeal the decision.
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