Reported about 1 year ago
As the 2025 non-nuclear homeland goal approaches, the Minister of Economic Affairs, Guo Zhihui, coming from the industry background, mentioned that if the AI industry leads to a significant increase in electricity consumption in the future, the Third Nuclear Power Plant can be used as a backup after its shutdown and decommissioning within two years. People's Party Chairman Ko Wen-je expressed concerns about the high power consumption of the AI industry and questioned whether stopping nuclear power plants would provide enough electricity. He emphasized the need for rational and scientific discussions while urging practical and scientific spirits. Additionally, Ko Wen-je highlighted the importance of careful planning and feasibility assessments, particularly in the context of the Hualien development projects.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Sanli News Network on June 8, 2024, reports that the Taipei Computer Show (Computex 2024) concluded successfully with nine AI industry giants making a significant impact by attending in person, resulting in global attention on the event. To showcase the highlights of the AI industry and keynote speeches in Taiwan, iNEWS is airing a special program 'AI Era Taiwan Leading the World' hosted by Wang Zhiyu at 9 PM, featuring exclusive reports by the iNEWS financial team. With interviews of prominent figures like AMD CEO Su Zifeng, the coverage includes NVIDIA's Jensen Huang creating a buzz, portraying Taiwan's pivotal position in the AI era.
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Reported about 1 year ago
During the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, Vladimir Putin's two daughters made rare public speeches, drawing international attention. Experts suggest that Putin is leveraging family ties to consolidate power. The presence of Putin's younger daughter, Katerina Tikhonova, at the forum, discussing military technology and industrial advancements, adds a new dimension. CIA's former senior official Ronald Marks notes that Putin's willingness to showcase his daughters could signify contemplation of succession plans, aiming to enhance his image and portray longevity. The forum is seen as a critical test for his daughters' abilities, paving the way for potential political roles in the future.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A senior official responsible for arms control at the U.S. National Security Council, Pranay Vaddi, stated on Friday that the U.S. may need to deploy more strategic nuclear weapons in the coming years to deter growing threats from Russia, China, and other potential adversaries. Vaddi's remarks at the Arms Control Association annual meeting outlined a policy shift to compel Moscow and Beijing to return to the negotiating table, emphasizing the need to modernize the U.S. nuclear arsenal as a deterrent measure.
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Reported about 1 year ago
NVIDIA執行長黃仁勳原本計畫搭專機離台，但在台灣期間突然現身台北市王記府城肉粽店，一口氣買了14份餐點，並送出大額紅包給店家，讓員工開心不斷感謝。黃仁勳的突然現身引起人潮湧入，他不僅與大家合照，還留下溫馨場面。
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Reported about 1 year ago
台南市的中藥廠「莊春仁生技」被揭製作假藥，包括利膽保肝丸和血康能清血丸等產品，高市衛生局已緊急回收下架，不可販賣。已查出涉案的藥局也被要求回收相關產品，以確保市民用藥安全。衛生局表示將持續查察，發現涉案產品將根據法律封存。
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Reported about 1 year ago
警方監查飆車族發現改裝機車時，發現廠商將改裝配件賣給店家，店家提供貨車載客人和朋友試車，客人拍攝影片分享以達宣傳效果。人們通過專車接送試車，幫廠商和店家宣傳改裝配件銷售，增加獲利，同時讓警方難以追查。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Exclusive report on June 8, 2024, at 6:40 AM, Premier Tai Chi-kai inspected the handling of traffic operations on the first day of the Dragon Boat Festival holiday on national highways. Premier Tai visited the Ministry of Transportation's Highways Bureau Traffic Control Center to evaluate the situation. He emphasized incorporating AI technology into government departments and public policy areas and encouraged the continuous improvement of the 'Highway 1968' app to ensure smoother and safer travel for the people. Premier Tai commended the efforts of the bureau and police personnel and expressed gratitude on behalf of the government and all Taiwanese for their assistance in traffic operations. He also outlined plans to address long-standing transportation issues, including widening highway sections to alleviate congestion. Premier Tai's visit aimed to recognize and support those working tirelessly to ensure seamless traffic flow during the holiday period, emphasizing utilizing public transportation and alternative routes to reduce congestion.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A Dutch Royal Navy frigate, the HNLMS Tromp, experienced harassment from Chinese military aircraft while patrolling the East China Sea on June 7. The Dutch Ministry of Defence accused two Chinese military aircraft of hovering over the ship and deliberately approaching its on-board helicopter, leading to a potentially unsafe situation. The HNLMS Tromp was en route to Japan, planning to participate in the Rim of the Pacific Exercise after conducting joint exercises in the South China Sea and transiting the Taiwan Strait, which had irked Beijing previously. The Chinese military's aggressive response contrasts with their more restrained reactions to US naval operations in the region.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Chuang Chun-Jen Traditional Chinese Medicine Factory in Tainan is suspected of manufacturing counterfeit medicine, selling through radio stations, shopping programs, and chain pharmacies without prescription. The Chinese medical community warns the public to be cautious as very few traditional Chinese medicine clinics in Taiwan use products from this company, emphasizing the importance of purchasing from reputable sources to avoid potential health risks. The Department of Chinese Medicine at the Ministry of Health and Welfare announces the recall and removal of 12 batches of products, urging consumers to be vigilant when choosing medicines. Manufacturing quality of traditional Chinese medicine must adhere to GMP standards, with any deviation resulting in penalties such as fines or license revocation for companies producing counterfeit drugs.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 8, 2024, National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Center celebrated its 70th anniversary with the 'Craft Festival' series activities, including important events such as 'Crafts Masters - Artistic Transmission,' 'Crafts Travel,' and 'Crafts Banquet and Cultural Feast.' The center also hosted the 'Craftsmen Homecoming Tea Party' that invited retired colleagues, volunteer service teams, and long-term instructors of Taiwanese craftsmen to join in the celebration, fostering a sense of community and sharing joy for the center's 70th anniversary. Director Chen Dian-li advocated for incorporating craftsmanship into daily life through the 'Live Craft, Craft Live' initiative, aiming to bring craftsmanship closer to life and spark new vitality in the field.
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Reported about 1 year ago
At the end of his 'Cycling Around Hualien' trip, People's Party Chairman Ko Wen-je expressed skepticism about Huang Jen-hsun's recent plan to establish a headquarters in Taiwan, questioning if Taiwan has enough electricity supply as semiconductor industries are power-intensive and Taiwan is considering shutting down nuclear power plants. Ko highlighted the need for sufficient electricity supply, especially for developing AI, as mentioned by Huang. Ko's past statements on AI, such as considering AI invention as humanity's most important event in 2023, have been met with criticism and online ridicule as some claim AI has been around since 1943. Ko defended his remarks and may elaborate on them in the future.
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Reported about 1 year ago
經濟部產業發展署舉辦的「ESG評價與永續投融資研討會」吸引近500位來自金管會、評價學者、企業、金融機構和工研院的專家與會，共同探討ESG揭露與評價準則的發展趨勢、無形資產融資對產業效益的影響，以及企業在ESG浪潮下所面臨的挑戰等議題。活動展現各界對無形資產評價與資金融通的高度關注，並分享成功案例以及強調綠色金融的多元服務與應用，為企業提供全面的參考與建議。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Geron (NASDAQ: GERN)股价在6月7日结束的一周内上涨约32%，这是因为市场对该公司投资者几十年来一直期待听到的消息做出反应。6月6日，美国食品和药物管理局（FDA）批准了Geron的首个药物imetelstat（商品名Rytelo）用于治疗一种罕见癌症。Rytelo是一种针对未受良好服务人群的新治疗方案。这通常是生物技术行业成功的成功之道，但独立公司推出其首个商业产品往往会错过预期。该文章提供深入了解Gerón公司前景，以查看其是否是值得购买的股票。
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Reported about 1 year ago
In New Taipei's Bali Left Bank Pier area, a man who did not want to return home had been living in his camper for nearly 2 months. Concerned, his mother called the police for help. The man, aged 43, resisted arrest and brandished scissors, leading to a standoff with the police that lasted an hour. Eventually, the police broke the window with a shield and successfully brought him out. The man, unemployed and interested in traveling, had turned his camper into a living space and had even added iron bars to the windows and a ladder to the roof. The police chief emphasized the importance of using protective gear like shields when faced with individuals wielding weapons, like scissors, to ensure the safety of both officers and the individual involved.
Source: YAHOO
Reported about 1 year ago
The La La cheerleaders of the Chinatrust Brothers Taiwanese baseball team, Korean foreign players Behrend and Lee Danfei, celebrated the Dragon Boat Festival by trying zongzi for the first time and learning to say 'Happy Dragon Boat Festival' in Chinese. They prepared for a solo debut during the support rally, exciting fans. These Korean cheerleaders displayed their dance skills after a week of special training in Korea, showcasing great teamwork and even learning Mandarin. The trend of Korean foreign cheerleaders in Taiwanese baseball and basketball teams is growing, with various teams putting on performances to attract fan support.
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Reported about 1 year ago
中天新聞網報導桃園市議員黃敬平表示，前國防部長高華柱並未阻擋于北辰晉升少將一事，澄清于北辰與高華柱無淵源，另透露高華柱後悔當年未擋下于北辰晉升少將的舉動。
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Reported about 1 year ago
A group of friends was caught by the police as they were suspected of attempting to race modified motorcycles on the road behind Fu Jen Catholic University in New Taipei City while being transported in a van. Initially claiming they were out for supper, they became uncooperative during the inspection and even argued with the officers. Three minors in the vehicle were taken to the police station. Despite not finding any prohibited items or evidence of speeding, the incident raised suspicions and resulted in the minors being taken home by their parents. The secretive motive of transporting the motorcycles in the van was eventually revealed, causing frustration among the individuals involved.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Zhang Enteng, a cyclist from Dajia High School in Taiwan, won a gold medal at the 'Asian Junior Cycling Road Cup Championship' in Kazakhstan on June 8, 2024. His principal led the team, capturing the emotional moment of the student receiving the award with the national anthem playing 5,000 kilometers away. Zhang became the fastest 'Speed Man' with an average speed of 44.57 km/h, finishing 20 kilometers in 26 minutes and 55 seconds, ahead of the second-place by 24 seconds. Despite the challenging weather and competition, his victory was celebrated, highlighting the need for better rewards and support for young athletes in Taiwan.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 8, 2024, at 6:32 AM, family of Xu Haoming, a Taiwanese student at the US Air Force Academy, was injured in a car accident in the US, prompting assistance from the family fund. Xu Haoming, a recent graduate, had invited his grandmother and mother to the US for his graduation ceremony, but they were severely injured in a car accident, currently receiving ICU treatment. The family fund has provided initial assistance and pledged ongoing support for their medical needs upon returning to Taiwan. Xu Haoming's family has received assistance with medical costs and a medical evacuation flight back to Taiwan, with the fund expressing continued support. Xu Haoming's father is also being cared for by the fund, emphasizing their commitment to assisting the family in their time of need.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Xu Wei-ning and Chang Hsiao-chuan continue their roles in Netflix's 'Who's The Victim' season 2, portraying lovers with hidden secrets as revealed by Xu Wei-ning who discloses that in the new season, 'everyone has something they don't want uncovered, each character has secrets they don't want to be seen.' The production team and cast express their hopes for audience to empathize with every character's emotions and struggles, aiming to convey themes of individual and societal relationships with a deeper dive into psychological aspects in the second season, themed around 'change'. The sequel is set to premiere on June 21, featuring the original team and new cast members, with behind-the-scenes footage already released and teasers hinting at intense character transformations and dramatic performances.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Following the government's proposal for parliamentary reform in the legislature on the 6th, the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) is set to kick off a month-long nationwide campaign starting next week to promote parliamentary reform, beginning in Hualien. The DPP aims to continue the momentum of the 'Green Bird Action.' In response, the Kuomintang will hold large-scale seminars across Taiwan from June 15th to promote the spirit of parliamentary reform, with tensions rising between the two parties amidst the government's proposal. Both parties are gearing up for potential constitutional battles and recalling lawmakers, showing signs of a heated political climate ahead.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In Taipei, two women, including Ms. A, were leaving the transfer station at around 1 a.m., when they claimed to have been followed by a strange man who even followed them into the restroom and began knocking on the door. The man's eerie behavior, wearing multiple masks and lingering around the elevator, left the women feeling extremely uncomfortable, with one wondering if they were in a horror movie. The incident was eventually noticed by railway police, providing timely assistance. The restrooms at the station are open 24/7, but caution is advised against individuals lurking during late hours.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to a Chinese folk belief reported by Sohu, individuals born on the 3rd, 5th, 6th, 16th, 27th, and 29th days of the lunar calendar are destined to have excellent lives with wealth, health, and fortune. Those born on the 6th and 16th are considered kind-hearted, smart, and decisive, leading to successful careers and financial abundance, especially after 40. Those born on the 5th and 27th experience early setbacks but are supported by auspicious connections, leading to successful careers and a prosperous family life. Finally, those born on the 3rd and 29th are described as calm, shining with success, and blessed with good fortune and health throughout their lives.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 8, 2024, former translator of MLB star Shohei Ohtani, Ippei Mizuhara, confessed to stealing a large sum of money from Ohtani, potentially facing over 30 years in prison. Mizuhara was caught working as an Uber Eats delivery driver in Los Angeles after the fraud case, with NBC LA reporting that he has now lost that job due to the recent allegations. Mizuhara admitted to transferring nearly 170 million USD (around 550 million NTD) from Ohtani's account without his knowledge to pay off gambling debts. Mizuhara pleaded guilty to bank fraud and tax evasion, with a sentencing date set for October 25th, facing a maximum of 33 years in prison. Following Mizuhara's confession, Ohtani expressed relief and gratitude for the swift investigation by authorities.
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