Reported about 1 year ago
Byeon Woo Seok, the Korean star who rose to fame through the popular drama 'Thirty-Nine,' held a fan meeting in Taipei where he charmed fans by expressing love in Chinese, changing into a Cardcaptor Sakura outfit, and performing the song 'ECLIPSE.' During the event, he interacted with fans, humorously dodged questions about learning Chinese, and emotionally reacted to surprises prepared by fans, including a three-tier cake and heartfelt messages. Byeon Woo Seok also shared his attachment to the character he played, 'Seo Ban,' and was moved to tears by fan support, despite playfully claiming he wouldn't cry.
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Reported about 1 year ago
富邦悍将投手江国豪在面对乐天桃猿的比赛中投出生涯代表作，仅失1分，率队以7比1击败对手，结束了连续4场败局。他投出4次三振、2次四坏球保送，仅被敲4支安打、失1分，拿下本季第4胜，122球热投8.1局。悍将打线也给予火力支援，在董子恩和王念好的发挥下，取得关键得分。
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Reported about 1 year ago
After more than a year of divorce litigation, Huang Jiaqian has been granted a protection order by the court, confirming instances of physical abuse such as choking and slapping by Xia Keli during their marriage. Despite Xia Keli's denial of the allegations, the court's ruling verified Huang Jiaqian's claims, leading to the issuance of the protection order. According to the order, Xia Keli is required to stay 300 meters away from Huang Jiaqian's residence in the future.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Huang Jen-hsun's charisma on stage is remarkable; aside from excelling in technological innovation, he is also a skilled salesman. The recent visit to Taiwan by NVIDIA CEO Huang Jen-hsun caused a sensation, where despite concerns about AI causing job loss, Huang's company has become a top choice for young professionals, eager to work with the charismatic 'AI Father.' Engineer Rick appearing on a YouTube program, shared insights from working at NVIDIA, including how interns were invited to party at Huang's house, showcasing an extravagant outdoor area complete with multiple sports cars. Huang owns multiple properties in California and Hawaii. Rick also shared experiences and insights working at NVIDIA's headquarters, emphasizing the importance of being well-prepared when meeting with Huang. Amid fears of AI advancements leading to unemployment, Huang's advice is to embrace the new technology, as those who grasp AI logic and usage will thrive in the AI era.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark is expected to be excluded from the final 12-player USA women's basketball team for the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. The roster, led by Cheryl Reeve, includes players such as Diana Taurasi and Breanna Stewart. Despite Clark's absence, her potential inclusion was discussed for the heightened interest and attention she could bring to the team. The U.S. women's national team has a strong legacy in women's basketball, having won seven consecutive Olympic gold medals.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Following the retaliatory travel trend after the pandemic, a Chinese tech influencer uploaded a video praising Taiwan's Starlux Airlines as 'top-notch' while criticizing the Chinese aviation industry. The video attracted nearly 46,000 views in 5 days, with many recognizing Starlux Airlines' founder and current chairman Chang Kuo-Wei as the pilot, prompting his unexpected comment. The influencer highlighted the airline's premium services and amenities, pointing out the unique features and areas for improvement while expressing admiration for the crew's dedication. Chang Kuo-Wei responded to the critique, acknowledging the feedback and committing to further improvements.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Numerous international stars are coming to Taiwan for performances, and the highly anticipated annual Kaohsiung Beer Music Festival is set to take place at Dream Mall Square from July 5th to 7th. The lineup for this year's festival is incredibly strong, including Korean artists like Zico, EXO members, FTISLAND, Taemin, and Hui Ren, as well as Thai star DEW, along with over 30 Taiwanese artists. Attendees can even receive limited edition collectible star cards featuring 8 Korean artists, 1 Thai artist, and 30 Taiwanese artists, adding an extra special touch to the event.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The article discusses how the Detroit Lions lost their final OTA session for excessive contact during offseason work, addressing the issue of prohibited contact across NFL teams. It questions whether the NFL and the NFL Players Association are adequately enforcing the rules, speculating that violations are likely widespread. The article also mentions the possibility of new NFLPA president Jalen Reeves-Maybin reporting rule violations. While the Lions are accountable for their actions, the article suggests that other teams may also be pushing the boundaries in offseason workouts.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On the first day of the Dragon Boat Festival holiday, a well-known meat zongzi shop on Boai Street in Yuanlin City, Changhua County, attracted a long queue of local residents eager to buy their round and full zongzi, priced at just 10 yuan each, a price that has remained unchanged for over 40 years. With rising food costs, zongzi prices reaching above 60 yuan, this shop's zongzi at 10 yuan per zongzi or 200 yuan per string, continues to draw crowds with its handwritten price list full of human touch. The owner, known for his kindness, casually sells zongzi without considering raising prices, emphasizing the happiness of customers.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Retail giant Walmart is against the New York legislation requiring panic buttons in stores to ensure retail workers' safety, citing concerns about potential false alarms. The state Senate passed the law, now awaiting Governor Kathy Hochul's signature, but retail groups, including Walmart, have criticized the costliness of installing panic buttons. The legislation also includes violence prevention training for employees and goes into effect in 2027, with industry lobbyists expressing doubts about the effectiveness of panic buttons in addressing criminal activities in stores.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Japanese 'Bossa Nova Queen' Lisa Ono performed at the '2024 Lisa Ono 35th Anniversary World Tour Concert' in Kaohsiung, with Ruby Lin as a guest. Both artists, dressed in blue outfits, displayed great chemistry on stage. Ono specifically chose Taiwan as the first stop for her anniversary concert, which has been a great success. This magical collaboration between two accomplished artists lit up the beautiful night in Kaohsiung, with Ono selecting two of Lin's songs for a duet, much to Lin's surprise and gratitude.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Have you heard of Taiwan's 'Xiao Bei Department Store'? A popular Taiwanese native department store, it was recently compared to Japan's Don Quijote by a Japanese friend, sparking discussions on its charm. The store is known for selling a wide range of products like beauty items, beverages, instant noodles, stationery, gardening tools, and hardware, and operates 24/7, with a bright yellow sign and creatively decorated shelves, resembling Don Quijote's diverse offerings and vibrant design. Customers praise its convenience, affordability, and unique surprises compared to other stores.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Actor Chthonic and his wife Huang Chia-chien announced their divorce in July 2022 after 16 years of marriage, with ongoing legal battles. Rumors of domestic violence against Huang triggered a legal response from Chthonic, leading to the confirmation of a protection order by a Shilin court, as confirmed by Huang's agent. Chthonic declined interviews citing the protection order. Earlier, actress La'Angela Jung accused Chthonic of violence, prompting a legal response from him, while a neighbor claimed to have overheard death threats. Chthonic's denial of these allegations aligns with the principle of 'innocent until proven guilty.'
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 8, 2024, at 8:31 AM, a Chinese UAV intruded into Kinmen and air-dropped leaflets with political slogans written in Simplified Chinese. The UAV flew over the Jinsha Sea towards Kinmen and dropped leaflets near the Ma Mountain outpost, bearing messages such as 'Taiwan, return to us.' The UAV was controlled and live broadcasted through the Douyin account Zhongli Technology, claiming to send warm wishes to Taiwan's troops for Dragon Boat Festival. Kinmen authorities are closely monitoring the situation. The leaflets' contents called for Taiwan's reunification with China, citing historical and cultural ties. Kinmen police, coast guard, and search teams responded to the incident.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Heidi Klum shares joy on Instagram over her son Henry's high school graduation, posting videos and photos to celebrate the milestone with her husband Tom Kaulitz. Klum expressed immense pride in her 18-year-old son, Henry Samuel, as he walked the stage and marked the achievement, gearing up for college. The heartwarming clips captured Klum's elation at the graduation ceremony, followed by a celebratory dinner with family and friends.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Jake Brigham of Fubon Guardians delivered a career-best performance by pitching 8.1 scoreless innings with 122 pitches against Rakuten Monkeys in the CPBL game. The Guardians defeated the Monkeys 7-1, with Brigham showcasing excellent command and helping his team secure the win. This impressive outing by Brigham marks a milestone in his CPBL career, highlighted by his strong pitching and the team's solid defense.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Lisa Su, the CEO of AMD, left Taiwan on a private jet in the evening after visiting her ancestral home in Tainan earlier in the day, where she mentioned she would return soon. This visit allowed her to reunite with her family members and relatives, including her father who praised her for leading AMD successfully over the past decade. Su holds family gatherings in high regard, meeting with relatives and fans, and expressing her love for Tainan cuisine, particularly Taiwanese-style noodle soup. Before departing, she expressed that she would be back soon.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Looking to maximize summer vacation plans using credit card points? Yahoo Finance discusses the benefits of travel credit cards and the variety offered by hotels and airlines. Senior Personal Finance Writer Kendall Little explains how to select the best card based on travel habits, budget, and rewards preferences. From frequent travelers to beginners and loyal customers, different types of cards are recommended to help travelers make the most of their spending and earn rewards for their trips.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to SET News on June 8, 2024, Taiwanese believers at the Yanshui Dazhong Temple have noticed over the years the beard and eyebrows of the deity Fudezhengshen kept getting longer with the beard now reaching 7 feet 6 inches. Some attribute this to the deity's grace while a chemistry teacher suggests it may be due to the material of the beards. Experts have been brought in to examine the phenomenon, which has also been observed at other temples with deities' beards growing longer mysteriously, sparking discussion and curiosity among worshippers.
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Reported about 1 year ago
FTNN News Network reported on June 8, 2024, that last day, the Taiwan Stock Exchange closed with a 44.32 point drop at 21,858.38 points. For the week of June 3 to June 7, the total index rose by 684.16 points, with a weekly increase of 3.23%. Data from the Stock Exchange revealed that institutional investors collectively sold 24.536 billion, with proprietary dealers selling 4.257 billion, and hedging selling 22.066 billion this week. Proprietary dealers focused their selling pressure on electronic stocks, with Acer (2353) being heavily sold with over 3,000 lots sold. Among the top ten stocks sold by proprietary dealers this week, the most sold was Inventec (2301) with 3,647 lots sold. Acer (2353) ranked second with 3,336 lots sold, while Hong Zhun (2354) was third with 2,560 lots sold. Other heavily sold stocks included Ability (2439) and CHiL Semiconductor (8070) with 1,897 and 1,832 lots sold, respectively. This selling trend continued down the list. FTNN News Network advises investors to independently assess risks when referring to this data. Further reports by FTNN News Network detailed proprietary dealers aggressively selling over 5,000 lots of a certain stock and 00878 being the second most sold, experiencing a significant decline. Memory stock prices fell by 6% and faced heavy selling pressure.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
The stock price of Nu Holdings, a fintech company in Latin America, has been volatile, with shares losing over 50% in 2022 but more than doubling in value in 2023. Despite the rocky performance, the company offers one of the highest-quality businesses with significant growth potential. With backing from billionaire investors like Warren Buffett and Sequoia Capital, Nu has shown strong revenue growth, profitability, and a rapidly expanding customer base, making it an attractive option for growth investors.
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Reported about 1 year ago
To promote sustainability, Taoyuan City's Tourism Bureau organized a 'Vegetarian Market' at Taoyuan Arts Square with over 100 stalls where local businesses gathered to offer limited-time vegetarian dishes. During the two-day event, single-use utensils were not provided to promote eco-consciousness. The event aimed to raise awareness about environmental issues and featured a variety of food options, performances, and activities to showcase the charm of vegetarian cuisine.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwan Television News Network reported on June 8, 2024, that the Han Kuang Exercise No. 40 is set to take place in July. This year, Taiwan will focus on areas recently intruded by China's Joint Sword Around Taiwan military exercises, including the northern and eastern sea areas, as well as the frontlines of Kinmen and Matsu, for enhanced training. Chief of the General Staff Mei Chia-shu visited Kinmen in advance to inspect the preparedness and cautioned troops to be vigilant against incursions from the Chinese Communist Party. The military training aims to boost morale and readiness amid escalating tensions in the region.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 8, 2024, multiple accidents caused traffic congestion on the highways, especially on the first day of the long weekend. The National Freeway Bureau predicts that on the second day of the holiday (6/9), there will be 18 congested sections with a total highway traffic volume of 112 million vehicle-kilometers, 1.2 times the daily average. Notably, northbound traffic has reached 1.3 times the average with 58 million vehicle-kilometers. Several accidents today have affected the flow, including pile-ups resulting in significant delays. Tomorrow, the traffic volume is expected to increase, prompting warnings and traffic control measures on the highways.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Lisa Su, Chairwoman and CEO of AMD, returned to her hometown of Tainan for the Southern Semiconductor Forum on June 7, emphasizing the importance of AI technology over the past 50 years and providing insights on reducing chip energy consumption. Su mentioned Taiwan as a center for computing and highlighted the efforts to improve energy efficiency in chips. She also shared advice on learning AI, suggesting school projects, collaboration with friends, and summer internships in AI-related fields. Su addressed concerns about chip power consumption and encouraged students to engage in various learning opportunities both in and out of school.
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