Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News.

Tai-Ex opening
The Tai-Ex opened up 279-points this morning from yesterday's close, at
44,448 on turnover of $18.6-billion N-T.

Shares in Taiwan closed more than 1,000 points higher Friday with AI-related
stocks in focus amid improved sentiment after U.S. President Donald Trump
cancelled planned strikes against Iran.

Analysts say electronics heavyweights, notably in the semiconductor industry
simply followed suit and the momentum largely reflected optimism toward AI
development.

And select raw material stocks also moved higher in line with the Taiex.

Civil groups urge protections for migrant caregivers through agency hiring
Civil groups are urging the government to allow household migrant caregivers
to be hired and managed by long-term care agencies.

They say, the move would prevent overwork and better protect the interests of
both those providing and receiving care.

Protesters demonstrated at a rally outside the Ministry of Health and
Welfare, saying "exploitation (利用，剝削) is not a choice."

Advocates described facing long working hours, limited opportunities for rest
or leave, and increasing care responsibilities that often go beyond what one
person can do.

They noted that the rights to rest and take leave are "fundamental labor and
human rights," and emphasized that caregivers being overworked affected the
quality of care received by older adults.

MOHW officials say that the proposed change would require significant
regulatory changes and careful assessment.

2 Mercury viewing events coming up
The Taipei Astronomical Museum says, stargazers may be able to view Mercury
with the naked eye twice this week…

This month Mercury is visible low in the western sky after sunset and can be
seen more easily with binoculars.

The first event will occur tomorrow, with one of the best chances all year to
observe the planet.

Then on Wednesday, Mercury will join Venus, Jupiter, and a crescent moon in
the western sky,with all four objects forming a vertical arrangement.

The museum recommended viewing the events between 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. from a
location with an unobstructed (無障礙的) view of the western horizon…

but they do warn of unstable weather affecting visibility.

Gaza latest
Gaza’s Health Ministry says the Palestinian death toll from the Israel-Hamas
war has surpassed 73,000.

The updated toll came as Israel has continued to strike what it says are
militant targets, often killing civilians, despite a fragile (脆弱的) ceasefire
deal reached in October.

Donna Warder again.

G7 Summit Protests
Thousands of demonstrators are converging in Geneva to show their discontent
with the G7 group of rich countries.

U.S. President Donald Trump and counterparts are set to hold a summit
starting today across Lake Geneva in France.

Environmentalists and feminists on Sunday joined protesters against
imperialism (帝國主義), defenders of independent media and supporters of
Palestinian rights and others in a lakeside park for a march across town.

The summit from Monday to Wednesday in Evian-les-Bains, France, will discuss
the Middle East, Ukraine and global economic issues.

Demonstrators have been gathering for days.

Switzerland Rejects Proposal to Cap Population
Swiss voters have rejected a proposal to cap the country's population at 10
million.

The initiative, led by the right-wing Swiss People's Party, was seen as a
move against migration.

Preliminary results showed nearly 55% opposed the measure, with a turnout of
almost 59%.

Critics warned it could harm Switzerland's ties with the European Union.

Switzerland isn't an EU member but is surrounded by EU countries.

The proposal's defeat reflects ongoing debates about immigration in Europe.

Swiss democracy allows voters to directly influence policy through
referendums, highlighting the country's unique approach to governance (治理).

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