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Norway's sovereign wealth fund plans to lift the investment ban on arms manufacturers.

7 April, 2025

Norway's sovereign wealth fund has reached 1.8 trillion dollars, with long-term restrictions on investing in specific arms manufacturers. Due to the current rise in global geopolitical risks, Norway's Conservative Party is calling for the lifting of this ban, arguing that investment in the Western defense industry should be expanded to enhance security. Conservative Party Vice Chairman Bru stated that it is unreasonable for the government to prohibit the fund from investing in companies that produce nuclear weapons and cluster munitions while simultaneously using weapons from these companies. The Norwegian sovereign fund has prohibited investments in certain military-industrial companies since the 2000s, and most ESG criteria do not consider military stocks; however, recent trends seem to indicate a shift.

The U.S. Secretary of Commerce stated that Trump plans to relocate the entire semiconductor manufacturing industry back to the United States, impacting the Taiwanese market.

7 April, 2025

U.S. Commerce Secretary Lutnik stated that Trump will explore how to move semiconductor manufacturing from Taiwan back to the United States to protect American manufacturing. Although the latest tariff policy has not imposed taxes on semiconductors, Lutnik emphasized that America's reliance on Taiwan for chip production poses a significant national security risk and questioned why so many U.S. electronic products are made in Taiwan. Trump recently announced the reinstatement of reciprocal tariffs on 185 countries, with tariffs on Taiwan reaching 32%, impacting its traditional export bulk, especially electronic products.

A female nurse fainted in the emergency room and, upon waking, lost a leg and could not bear the decision to resign.

7 April, 2025

A 26-year-old British nurse sought emergency medical treatment due to severe pain and discoloration in her leg, but was delayed in receiving treatment for 16 hours, ultimately losing a leg. After waking up from surgery and seeing her amputated calf, she felt devastated and subsequently resigned from her nursing job. The hospital admitted negligence, stating that timely surgery might have prevented the amputation. She has now adjusted to using a prosthetic limb and has met a partner, hoping to warn others through her experience.

A female employee was summoned and dismissed after working for 3 years! The human resources department accused her of "leaving work 1 minute early 6 times" within a year, resulting in the company facing an embarrassing situation.

7 April, 2025

A woman surnamed Wang in mainland China worked at a company for three years and was recently dismissed due to leaving work a minute early on six occasions in 2024. Feeling dissatisfied, she filed a lawsuit against the company. After hearing the case, the court determined that the company's termination of the employment contract was illegal and ordered the company to compensate Ms. Wang. This incident has sparked heated discussions among netizens, with many expressing dissatisfaction with the company's handling of the situation.

Nobel Prize winner accuses Trump of foolish behavior, criticizing his tariff calculations as akin to a response from ChatGPT.

7 April, 2025

Trump announced a reciprocity tariff policy, imposing a 32% tariff on Taiwan, with several Southeast Asian countries facing rates exceeding 10%, and Vietnam reaching as high as 46%. Nobel laureate in economics Paul Krugman criticized this policy as absurd in its calculations, believing it will cause a greater economic impact than the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act of 1930. He pointed out that Trump’s calculations ignore service trade and questioned the economic rationale behind the policy, emphasizing that it would undermine the international community's trust and investment willingness towards the United States. Krugman believes Trump will not correct his mistakes because it affects his position of power, reflecting his ignorance and irresponsibility in style.

Rewritten title: "Hearing a 'metallic sound' while taking out the trash! She was shocked to see what was inside the bin and quickly sought help, and her mother was astonished upon receiving the call."

7 April, 2025

Influenced by East Asian culture, the Qingming Festival is celebrated in places like Vietnam, South Korea, Malaysia, and Singapore. Recently, in the Tien Giang province of Vietnam, a woman named Nguyen Thi Thuy unexpectedly discovered about 20 gold rings while cleaning her mother's room, hidden in a trash can. She shared this surprise on social media, stating that it increased her motivation to clean the house. However, upon learning of the discovery, her mother insisted that she immediately return the rings to their original place and came to pick her up to take her home. Nguyen Thi Thuy was surprised, as she did not know that her mother had a habit of hiding gold in such places. This incident sparked heated discussions among netizens, who were amazed by the mother's unique treasure hiding method, inspiring many to want to clean their homes in search of hidden treasures.

During Trump's administration, immigration policies were strict, and the United States decided to revoke all visas for one country.

7 April, 2025

After taking control of the White House again, U.S. President Trump launched a series of immigration policy reforms, emphasizing the expulsion of illegal residents. U.S. Secretary of State Rubio announced that Washington has decided to revoke the visas of all South Sudan passport holders and halt the issuance of new visas, banning their entry. Rubio accused the South Sudanese government of failing to timely accept its expelled citizens and reminded other countries of their responsibilities. This move marks the first related measure taken against a specific country since Trump's return to the White House. South Sudan is one of the newest and poorest nations.

Foreign media focuses on Taiwan's airspace restrictions! British media reports that Taiwan's stock market suspends trading for two days.

7 April, 2025

The Financial Supervisory Commission announced three market rescue measures on April 6 in response to the market impact caused by the United States imposing a 32% tariff. The measures include adjusting the daily sell-short limits and the margin ratio for short-selling, temporarily restricting short-selling from April 7 to 11, and allowing diverse collateral as a supplement for financing gaps. This move has attracted attention from many foreign media outlets, which reported that the Taiwan stock market failed to respond to market changes during the recent trading suspension and may face significant fluctuations when the market opens tomorrow.

The US stock market has been heavily impacted by tariffs, with a market value evaporating by over 200 trillion! A statement from Trump's son reveals the insider information.

7 April, 2025

On the 2nd, U.S. President Trump signed an executive order to implement "reciprocal tariffs" on multiple countries, which subsequently caused a significant drop in the U.S. stock market, leading to a loss of approximately $6.6 trillion in market value. Although Trump appeared calm, continuing to enjoy his vacation golfing in Florida, aides revealed that the stock market crash made him feel concerned. Trump's second son Eric expressed on social media that he hopes other countries will proactively negotiate to reach a more favorable agreement.

An 87-year-old man fell to the ground and no one dared to help him. His family angrily sued 10 passersby for 6 million yuan in compensation. The court has issued its ruling.

7 April, 2025

In Shandong Province, China, an 87-year-old man who was usually healthy insisted on riding an electric bike to go grocery shopping. One day, he felt unwell along the way and collapsed on the ground. Despite witnesses observing the incident, no one came forward to offer help. The family could not accept the fact that the elderly man had passed away and decided to sue 10 bystanders, seeking compensation of 1.4 million RMB. In the end, the court dismissed the family's lawsuit, stating that passersby did not have a duty to provide assistance. This incident has sparked widespread public attention.

Tesla faces violent protests! Musk warns: Europe may face the risk of "mass slaughter."

7 April, 2025

Recent massive protests have occurred in the United States, with over 1,200 regions responding due to public opposition to Trump's policies. Billionaire Elon Musk, in this context, warned that the threat of terrorism in Europe is becoming increasingly serious, potentially leading to a "massacre." While attending a conference of the right-wing political party in Italy, he pointed out that violent incidents in Europe have been on the rise, yet the media has downplayed the coverage. Additionally, Musk discussed Trump's tariff policy, expressing hope for achieving zero tariffs in the future and calling for enhanced cooperation between the United States and Europe. Recently, protesters have demanded that Musk "keep his hands off," expressing dissatisfaction with his influence.

"Girl with a Pearl Earring": 2,700 artists reinterpret classic masterpieces with dogs, fruits, and robots.

7 April, 2025

The famous work "Girl with a Pearl Earring" by Dutch artist Vermeer is globally recognized. Now, the Mauritshuis Royal Museum in the Netherlands invites the public to reinterpret this painting. Approximately 2,700 artworks by artists are exhibited, featuring a diverse range of themes, including robots, fruits, and more. Some of these works can also be appreciated on the museum's social media. Although the techniques and pigments of the painting were analyzed using technology in 2020, the identity of the girl in the painting remains unknown. The painting was completed in 1665 and was relatively unrecognized in the 19th century, traded for just 2 Dutch guilders, before later gaining attention and fame.

Alps Mountain Area Rescue Dog Training Direct Hit: An increase in avalanche incidents under the influence of climate change, electronic devices become the only hope.

7 April, 2025

Due to climate change, the avalanche risk in the Alps has increased, making mountain rescue increasingly important. Recently, in Cortina d'Ampezzo, the host city for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy, rescue experts conducted drills with the rescue dog Zen, demonstrating its excellent search and rescue capabilities. Influenced by climate factors, increased snowfall and personnel entering hazardous altitude areas have made rescue missions more challenging. According to the Italian avalanche monitoring agency Aineva, the survival rate for avalanche victims is only 50%. In 2023, over 12,000 search and rescue missions were conducted in the Italian mountains, 168 of which utilized rescue dogs, primarily targeting avalanche incidents.

Pizza shop: A sanctuary for people with autism

7 April, 2025

In Italy, one in every 77 newborns is diagnosed with autism, and the total number of autism patients in the country reaches 600,000. In Monza, there is a pizzeria operated by individuals with autism, founded by someone who, due to the diagnosis of their own child, wishes to help this special group.

American Mercenaries on the Battlefield in Ukraine: Concerns about the Cost of Shedding Innocent Blood.

7 April, 2025

The Trump administration has recently hinted multiple times at reducing military aid to Ukraine. American mercenaries on the frontlines in Ukraine feel confused about domestic politics and are worried that if Ukraine concedes territory to seek peace, their efforts will be meaningless.

American Mercenaries on the Ukrainian Battlefield: Concerns About Blood and Tears Wasted

7 April, 2025

The Trump administration has recently signaled a reduction in military aid to Ukraine. On the front lines in Ukraine, American mercenaries who volunteer to fight feel confused by domestic politics and worry that if Ukraine is forced to negotiate peace, their efforts will be in vain.

Han Ya Investment Japan Power Stock Fund has been awarded the Golden Diamond Award.

7 April, 2025

The 28th Outstanding Fund Diamond Awards recently announced the list of winners. Han Ya Investment's Japan Power Equity Fund has won the three-year Japan Equity Fund Award for two consecutive years, proving its stock selection advantage and excellent long-term performance. Han Ya Investment stated that the fund has been optimistic about Japanese stocks since 2022, becoming popular among investors by achieving high investment efficiency through a value and flexible adjustment strategy. As of February 28, the fund has performed outstandingly among various types of funds, ranking in the top quarter. Since 2023, the fund has received several major awards in Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and others, including the 2023 Smart Wealth Taiwan Fund Award. Its stock selection strategy focuses on small and mid-cap stocks, with expectations of delivering even better performance in the future.

Han Ya Investment's Japan Power Stock Fund has been awarded the Golden Diamond Award.

7 April, 2025

The list of winners for the 28th Outstanding Fund Gold Diamond Award has been announced, and the Japan Power Equity Fund from Han Ya Investment has once again won the three-year Japan Equity Fund Award, achieving this honor for two consecutive years. This reflects its advantages in stock selection and long-term performance. As of February 28, the fund has ranked in the top quartile among its peers across multiple time periods and continues to be favored by investors. Han Ya Investment Trust plans to further invest in small and mid-cap stocks to achieve better excess returns. Since 2023, the fund has received multiple awards in Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and other regions.

Mitsubishi Shindoh in Japan held a lead-free copper seminar in Changhua on April 10.

7 April, 2025

Mitsubishi Shindo, a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Materials Corporation, will hold a "Mitsubishi Materials Lead-free Copper Seminar" on April 10 at 2 PM in Lukang, Changhua. The seminar will introduce lead-free copper and international standards for free-cutting brass, as well as analyze related standards such as RoHS and ELV. In response to environmental needs, Mitsubishi Shindo has launched its lead-free copper material series "ECOBRASS" and "GloBrass," which are widely used in plumbing hardware and electronic components. "ECOBRASS" replaces lead with silicon to maintain machinability while providing high strength and corrosion resistance, effectively reducing costs; "GloBrass" contains 62.5% copper, making it a new alternative close to lead brass. Those who wish to register for the seminar can contact Yongxu Company.

Mitsubishi Shindoh will hold a lead-free copper seminar in Changhua on April 10.

7 April, 2025

Mitsubishi Shindou will hold a "Mitsubishi Lead-Free Copper Seminar" on April 10 at 2 PM in Changhua, introducing lead-free copper and related regulations, including RoHS, ELV, DWDN, and REACH. The company's lead-free copper materials, "ECOBRASS" and "GloBrass," have received positive reviews in the Japanese and European-American markets for their high strength and corrosion resistance. "ECOBRASS" substitutes lead with silicon, making it suitable for water hardware and electronic components, while "GloBrass" serves as a cost-effective alternative. All parties are welcome to register for the event; for more details, please contact Yongxu Company.

Korea urgently invests 3 trillion won to support the development of the automotive industry.

7 April, 2025

Under the impact of the 25% import tariff on cars imposed by the United States, the South Korean government plans to offer emergency support of up to 3 trillion Korean won (approximately 2 billion USD) to the automotive industry to mitigate the impact. Luxury car manufacturer Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has announced a suspension of shipments to the United States to assess the effects of the new tariff. Cars are a major export item for South Korea, and experts predict that the tariffs will lead to an 18.6% decline in South Korea’s automobile export value. The South Korean government also plans to establish a strategic fund of 50 trillion Korean won in the future to support technological development. The escalation of the global trade war will have profound impacts on the automotive industry.

South Korea urgently invested 3 trillion won to support the development of the automotive industry.

7 April, 2025

In response to the United States' Trump administration imposing a 25% import tariff on cars, South Korea plans to provide approximately 3 trillion won (about 2 billion dollars) in emergency aid to support its domestic automotive industry. Experts predict that the tariffs will lead to an 18.6% decline in South Korean car exports to the United States and may result in price increases, affecting the economy. The South Korean government will hold a ministerial meeting this week to approve the aid plan and will facilitate funding through state-owned institutions such as the Korea Development Bank. Additionally, Jaguar Land Rover has announced a suspension of shipments to the United States to assess the impact of the new tariffs. In the future, the South Korean government also plans to establish a strategic fund of 50 trillion won to support the development of mobility technology.

Travel abroad worry-free: A dual experience of the Korean craze and cherry blossom viewing in Japan.

7 April, 2025

Taishin Bank launched the "Korean Crazy Swipe" quarterly plan aimed at the Han-Gyeong ethnic group, collaborating with 50 Korean merchants to offer up to 10% cash back. As the number of people traveling to Japan and South Korea increases, the "Korean Crazy Swipe" plan allows cardholders to enjoy Korean products and services both domestically and internationally, with the chance to win round-trip tickets to South Korea in a lottery. The plan covers categories such as travel, beauty, entertainment, and dining, highlighting the bank's emphasis on and potential in the South Korean market.

Travel abroad at will, South Korea crazy showdown with Japan for cherry blossom viewing.

7 April, 2025

Taishin Bank's Rose Card and Sun Card have launched the "Korean Fever Spending" quarterly plan, specially designed for fans of Korean culture. This plan offers up to 10% cashback at 50 Korean-style merchants and holds a monthly raffle to giveaway round-trip tickets to Korea. With the anticipated surge in outbound travelers in 2024, Taishin Bank’s initiative caters to the rising trend of travel to Japan and Korea, allowing cardholders to enjoy Korean cuisine, beauty products, and various other discounts both domestically and overseas.

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