IPAC lawmakers visit Kinmen waters to experience the frontline atmosphere of peace and conflict across the Strait
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- 海巡署 100-ton-class patrol boat
Companies mentioned：IPAC、海巡署
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Taiwan | 中央社 CNA (continued)（93）
Power business group deliveries on track; Tatung’s June revenue rises more than 16% year on year
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- June consolidated revenue was NT$5.293 billion
- Monthly increase of 47.77%
- Year-on-year increase of 16.64%
- Consolidated revenue for the first half totaled NT$24.502 billion
- Up 4.03% year on year
Companies mentioned：大同公司
In response to the 中聯油品 incident, Tainan businesses sign declaration pledging self-regulation
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- A cumulative 1,079 kilograms of affected oil products have been recalled
- Original已查核1270家食品販售業、餐飲業、長照及社福機構、學校等供餐場所
Companies mentioned：中聯油品、台南市、食品相關公協會、食品製造業、食品販售業、餐飲業、商圈、食品通路業者
日月光投控 posts record second-quarter revenue as AI advanced packaging adds fuel
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- June unaudited consolidated revenue was NT$65.783 billion
- Up 4.4% month over month
- Up 32.9% year on year
- Unaudited revenue for the first 6 months of this year was NT$364.725 billion
- Up 22% year on year
- 日月光投控 reported unaudited second-quarter revenue of NT$191.064 billion
- Up 10% quarter on quarter
- Up 26.7% year over year
- 日月光投控 reported unaudited June revenue of NT$43.485 billion from packaging, testing and materials
- Up 3.1% month on month
- Up 41.8% year over year.
- Second-quarter packaging, testing and materials revenue was NT$126.148 billion
- Up 12.2% quarter on quarter
- Up 36.3% year over year
- Advanced packaging and testing (LEAP) revenue is expected to double from 2025 to US$3.2 billion
- Original再成長1成至35億美元
Companies mentioned：日月光投控
Yellow alert issued for Wanlixi barrier lake; more than 900 people to be evacuated in Hualien’s Wanrong and Fenglin
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Facts
- A total of 358 households, or 909 people, are expected to be evacuated
- About 900 people in 3 categories of protected households have been identified
Companies mentioned：林業保育署、花蓮分署、花蓮縣、鳳林鎮公所、萬榮鄉公所
Original曼谷市長查察第二任期 以科技治水、反貪改善交通
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- Chadchart received 1,537,784 votes
- Over the next 4 years, the city will continue to improve about 200 flood-prone locations
- The overall 100-day plan covers 261 policy initiatives
Companies mentioned：曼谷市長、中央社、曼谷郵報（Bangkok Post）
Taiwan | 鉅亨網（39）
Yageo* hit with a second major failed settlement in 10 days; 13 brokerages report a total of NT$41.31 million
Passive-component giant Yageo defaults on a major settlement for the 2nd time in 10 days. 13 companies report 41.31 million yuan in losses, dealing a blow to market confidence.
Companies mentioned：国泰証券、元大証券、永豊金証券、中国信託、華南証券、富邦証券、凱基証券、口袋証券
Original日月光投控Q2營收1910億元 季增1成飆新高
日月光投控’s second-quarter revenue reached NT$191.064 billion, up 10.02% quarter on quarter and setting a record, driven mainly by growth in advanced packaging amid demand for AI chips, underscoring its key position in the semiconductor supply chain.
Companies mentioned：矽品
Industrial Fulian issues earnings forecast; Q2 and first-half profit expected to double year on year
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Companies mentioned：鴻海 (2317-TW)
Trump: Iran called seeking talks, but it is unclear whether the US and Iran will return to all-out war
President Trump revealed that Iran had contacted him seeking talks, while saying it remained unclear whether an all-out war could be avoided. U.S. airstrikes have weakened Iran’s military capabilities, while geopolitical tensions are pushing up oil prices.
Five major relaxations for insurance brokers and agents could take effect by the end of September; audio and video recording waived for seniors, OIU referral fees legalized
The Financial Supervisory Commission has proposed revisions to insurance broker and agent management rules, easing five requirements including senior insurance applications and legalizing OIU referral fees. The measures could take effect as early as the end of September, making insurance easier to obtain and boosting the industry.
台積電 sparks silicon photonics revolution: PIC capacity to expand 30-fold in three years as CPO supply chain enters first year of commercialization
台積電 is accelerating its push into silicon photonics and CPO technology, planning to expand PIC capacity 30-fold within 三 years to 25,000 wafers in 2028, leading the AI high-performance computing revolution and having far-reaching effects on the global supply chain.
Companies mentioned：台積電、輝達、博通、AMD、聯發科、Marvell、Ayar Labs、英特爾、環球晶、合晶、揖斐電、群創
Energy resilience gets a comprehensive upgrade; Kung Ming-hsin: Winter natural gas supplies are ready, and oil reserves have surged past 150 days, exceeding the safety threshold
Economy Minister 龔明鑫 announced plans for winter natural gas supplies and oil reserves covering more than 150 days. He also outlined progress in strengthening energy supply resilience and disaster preparedness.
Google Cloud: 57% of Taiwanese companies have deployed AI agents, putting them among the Asia-Pacific leaders
57% of Taiwanese companies have adopted AI agents, putting them at the forefront of the Asia-Pacific region. Google Cloud says companies are moving from experimentation to full-scale operations, but integration challenges remain.
Companies mentioned：IDC
Revenue Flash: WPG (3702) June revenue reached NT$192.916 billion, up 131.85% year over year
WPG (3702-TW) posted revenue of NT$192.916 billion in June 2026, up 131.85% year over year, marking significant growth. The performance reflects a recovery in demand for electronic components and the company’s leading position in the distribution sector.
Anbao’s June revenue hits a record for the same period; AI orders extend through 2028
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Wieson’s Q2 revenue tops NT$500 million, setting a record; earnings outlook bullish, with stronger operations in H2
Taiwan RFID company 韋僑 posted quarterly revenue of 506 million yuan in the 2nd quarter of 2026, with the effects of a new factory and recovering medical demand providing a boost. It is also accelerating its entry into the Japanese market.
Companies mentioned：希華 (2484-TW)、日本明電株式会社
聖暉* Q2 revenue reaches NT$13.38 billion, up 22.67% year over year, setting a quarterly record
聖暉* posted Q2 revenue of NT$13.38 billion, up 22.67% year over year, setting a quarterly record. Demand from the semiconductor, electronic components and AI supply chains was the main driver.
Companies mentioned：聖暉*
Research firm: Apple leads the Edge AI smartwatch market, with penetration reaching 25% in Q1 2026
Shipments of smartwatches equipped with Edge AI rose 70% year over year in the 1st quarter of 2026, bringing market penetration to 25%. Apple accounted for about 90% of shipments, with advances in health-monitoring features a key driver.
Companies mentioned：Apple、Huawei、Qualcomm、Google
Global hedge funds post their best first-half returns in 13 years
In the first half of 2026, global hedge funds posted their best results in 13 years, thanks to precise positioning in the healthcare, technology and energy sectors. Their return for April alone reached 3.7%, marking the strongest April on record. Despite challenges from market volatility in June, overall performance was impressive.
Companies mentioned：PivotalPath、高盛、Roundhill Magnificent Seven ETF、Winton
EVA Air posts another record for June revenue, topping NT$20 billion for 4 consecutive months
EVA Air’s June revenue reached NT$23.472 billion, topping NT$20 billion for 4 consecutive months. Both passenger and cargo businesses set records, reflecting robust travel and AI supply-chain demand and steady growth momentum.
Hitachi Yungtay Elevator focuses on three core areas, targets revenue of NT$9 billion this year
Hitachi Yungtay Elevator marks its 60th anniversary and announced a focus on three core strategies, targeting revenue of NT$9 billion this year. The move reflects its commitment to digital and green transformation and aims to strengthen its market competitiveness.
PCB maker Rong Hui-KY posts record Q2 revenue of NT$513 million, up 21.4% year over year
PCB and AI liquid-cooling supplier Rong Hui-KY posted record revenue of NT$513 million in the second quarter of 2026, up 21.1% year over year. Strong demand for AI servers is driving growth in its liquid-cooling business, while the company is actively passing on costs and expanding internationally.
Original〈台塑四寶業績〉台化、台塑化6月營收年月雙增 南亞電子材料不受景氣影響年增31.8%
Original台塑集團旗下台化、台塑化6月營收年月雙增，南亞電子材料年增31.8%，主因產能利用率提升與需求穩健。惟油價回落與同業競爭帶來後續壓力。
Companies mentioned：台塑、台化、台塑化、南亞
Original外資賣超471億元連6賣 光是台積電就提款310億元
Original台灣股市9日收跌，外資連續第6天賣超，台積電重挫2.03%，外資賣超471億元，其中台積電提款310億元。
Companies mentioned：台積電、南亞科、盛群、晶豪科、投信、自營商
Revenue Flash: Unimicron (3037) June revenue reaches NT$14.897 billion, up 36.31% year over year
Unimicron (3037-TW) posted revenue of NT$14.897 billion in June 2026, up 36.31% year over year, mainly on strong demand for AI and high-performance computing. The performance of the major PCB maker reflects improving industry conditions and serves as a key supply-chain indicator.
Original【量大強漲股整理】台股大怒神來了？錯過【6182合晶】+329%別灰心！下周台積電法說藏玄機，資金狂潮正悄悄湧向新黑馬族群?!
合晶 surged 329% on the Taiwan stock market as funds flocked to AI-related semiconductor stocks. With 台積電 earnings due, attention is growing on emerging stocks in memory and passive components.
Companies mentioned：合晶、台積電、鈺創、百容、精材、國巨、南亞科、晶豪科、博通、輝達、鴻海、聯發科
〈Taiwan Ratings outlook〉Credit trends for the 5 financial sectors to remain stable in 2026; securities and life insurance score big, while leasing struggles
Taiwan Ratings released its 2026 credit outlook for Taiwan’s financial industry. Securities and life insurance companies performed strongly, while the leasing sector was weighed down by weakness in traditional industries. Profit momentum across the financial sector is robust, but divergence is widening.
Starlux Airlines’ Chang Kuo-wei unveils a silver aircraft; these routes will feature it
星宇航空 and artist 空山基 collaborated to unveil a silver special-livery aircraft. Themed onboard amenities will be introduced from October on routes to Tokyo, Phoenix and Prague, in an effort to turn the aviation experience into art.
Tatung’s power business delivers smoothly; June revenue rises both month over month and year over year to NT$5.293 billion
Tatung’s June revenue reached NT$5.293 billion, rising both month over month and year over year, mainly due to smooth shipments from its power business and increased orders at subsidiaries. The company is optimistic about the second half.
Delivery timing weighs on Taya’s Q2 revenue, down 9% year over year to NT$1.436 billion; convertible bonds to list on July 16
Taya’s second-quarter revenue fell 9% year over year due to delivery timing, but June growth was significant. The company also issued convertible bonds to optimize its financial structure and is entering the U.S. market, with full-year revenue expected to grow at a double-digit rate.
Original中鋼6月營收年增近1成 下半年需求有望逐步築底回溫
China Steel’s June revenue rose 9.6% year over year to NT$27.994 billion. Shipments fell short of target due to torrential rain, but demand is expected to recover in the second half as technology plant construction and public works projects come through. The market is watching its capacity adjustments and international steel prices.
Revenue Flash: Kinpo (2312) June revenue reaches NT$14.855 billion, up 32.7% year over year
Kinpo Technology posted revenue of NT$14.855 billion in June 2026, up 32.7% year over year, indicating strong monthly momentum. Despite a 5.29% year-over-year decline in cumulative revenue for the first half, its share price still outperformed the industry.
Original把握修正尾聲的恐慌買點、友達、中美晶、智原
Original台股短期震盪修正，但AI需求與資金面支撐中長期多頭趨勢。台積電法說會成關鍵催化劑，投資人應聚焦AI供應鏈與基本面強勁個股。
Companies mentioned：鴻海、緯創、微軟、Google、Meta、Amazon AWS、Oracle、NVIDIA、台積電、友達、中美晶、智原
ASUS June revenue rises month over month and year over year to NT$106.7 billion, topping NT$100 billion for the first time and setting a record
Original華碩6月營收達1,067.23億元，年增55.63%，首度突破千億大關，主因是AI伺服器與PC業務成長，第二季與上半年營收 likewise創新高。
Original〈電子五哥營收〉仁寶PC出貨旺、伺服器助攻 6月營收958億元年增逾5成創45個月高
Compal posted June revenue of NT$95.854 billion, up 58.4% year over year and the highest in 45 months, mainly due to robust PC shipments and double-digit growth in its server business, demonstrating the success of its diversified strategy.
〈Formosa Group earnings〉The group’s four major companies report a 45.5% year-over-year increase in Q2 earnings; Nan Ya’s first-half EPS of NT$5.17 hits a record
The four major Formosa Group companies released their financial results for the second quarter and first half of 2025, with combined after-tax net income up 45.5% year over year and all companies returning to profitability. Nan Ya posted record earnings, driven by AI and data center demand, reflecting an industry recovery and geopolitical benefits.
Original高盛看好中國AI價值鏈：4兆美元市場潛力與全球配置失衡帶來的重估機遇
Original高盛发布报告，看好中国AI价值链，认为其市场潜力达4万亿美元，并指出当前市场存在显著的价值错配，建议投资者做多中国AI价值链。
Companies mentioned：高盛
〈Trade statistics〉First-half trade surplus with the U.S. tops $100 billion! Finance ministry estimates exports will extend their 33-month streak of growth in July, with reason revealed early
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Taiwan stocks near the quarterly moving average as a major selloff hits; is a NT$20.3 billion drop in margin financing not enough? Long-term investors quietly take positions at “this level”
Taiwan’s stock market faces pressure from a selloff near the quarterly moving average, and margin financing balances have declined. Long-term investors are beginning to buy at lower levels, while the market watches U.S. earnings week and the performance of AI-related bellwether stocks.
Companies mentioned：台積電、欣興、大立光
Original〈台幣〉續挫1.46角至32.178元 創去年5月對等關稅來新低
Original新台幣が32.178元まで下落し、去年5月以来の安値を更新。外資の売越と資金流出が背景にあり、央行は「柳樹理論」に基づき為替調節の姿勢を示した。
Companies mentioned：台北外匯経紀公司
〈Largan earnings call〉Optical communications roadmap: samples to be sent for validation this month; pilot production line to be completed by the end of September, with mass production possible as early as next year
Largan held an earnings call on the 9th and announced that samples of its optical communications FA components will be sent for validation this month. The pilot production line is expected to be completed by the end of September, with mass production possible as early as 2027, demonstrating its commitment to entering the silicon photonics field.
Companies mentioned：康寧
I-Hwa’s June revenue rises 35% month over month as automotive electronics shipments recover; cautiously optimistic about second-half operations
I-Hwa Electronics’ June 2026 revenue rose 35% month over month, mainly as automotive electronics shipments recovered. Although revenue fell 37% year over year due to a high comparison base, the company is cautiously optimistic about the second half, signaling a recovery in its electronics business.
Bain Capital has fully exited its Kioxia stake, securing a record return on an 8-year investment
Bain Capital has fully sold its stake in Kioxia after holding it for 8 years, achieving record-high returns amid a surge driven by AI demand. The deal, a landmark in the history of Japanese technology investment, has concluded.
Companies mentioned：SKハイニクス、東芝、ウエスタンデジタル、トヨタ自動車
No EUV bottleneck this time! Bloomberg: Chinese firms’ domestic AI chip budget share rises to 46%, but HBM supply shortfall reaches 1.6 million units
Chinese companies are raising the budget share for domestically made AI chips to 46%, while an HBM memory shortage has reached 1.6 million units, posing a barrier to practical deployment. U.S. export controls and supply-chain vulnerabilities are behind the situation.
Companies mentioned：NVIDIA、騰訊、阿里巴巴、華為、海光情報、寒武紀、SK海力士、三星電子、美光、長鑫存儲
Taiwan | 風傳媒（37）
Beijing Watch》Is privately organizing disaster relief equivalent to treason? From Guangxi floods to Typhoon Bavi, China’s flood defenses face a dual test
Record rainfall in Guangxi caused major flooding and the failure of an aging reservoir. With civilian rescue efforts restricted and Typhoon Bavi approaching, China’s disaster response system is facing another test.
EU-China trade war reaches the dinner table! EU launches anti-dumping probe into “Peking duck” and will impose hefty punitive tariffs
The EU has launched an anti-dumping investigation into Beijing duck from China. Low-priced exports backed by subsidies are seriously hurting European agriculture, raising the possibility of steep tariffs.
ATCC special feature》A solution for screen-induced dizziness? These students designed HP’s “Sense Ease” proposal and won the 23rd ATCC national championship
“Sense Ease,” developed by a Taiwan University of Science and Technology student team for HP, won the 23rd ATCC National Competition. It drew attention as an innovative integrated system to reduce dizziness caused by screens.
Companies mentioned：HP、Syscom Electric Group、PackAge+、TSMC、BCG、Omnicom、Shepherd Group
Is there a high chance of a day off tomorrow in Taipei, New Taipei, Keelung and Taoyuan? Latest study finds odds are “4.1 times higher than usual”
A study by National Chengchi University found that mayors seeking reelection are 4.1 times more likely to declare a typhoon day off. The approaching Typhoon Bavi has raised the likelihood of work and school closures in Taipei, New Taipei, Keelung and Taoyuan.
Demand for AI and advanced chip testing heats up! Han-Tek’s June revenue rises 122.5% year over year, with growth across its three major businesses: customized products, probe-cleaning materials and engineering services
Fueled by rising demand for AI and high-performance computing, 漢測’s revenue in June 2026 surged 122.53% year over year. Custom products, probe-cleaning materials and engineering services drove growth.
Companies mentioned：漢民テスト系統（漢測）
Is 華為 feeling the pressure? China reportedly set to approve sales of Nvidia H200 chips, naming “these 3 Chinese companies” as eligible buyers
Original中国当局がNVIDIAのH200チップの限定輸入を検討。アリババ、字節跳動、DeepSeekの3社が優先的に購入可能に。米中の貿易摩擦と国内AI需要の逼迫が背景。
Companies mentioned：NVIDIA、アリババ、字節跳動、DeepSeek、華為、台積電
中聯 carcinogenic cooking oil scandal widens; Lee Yen-chiu lists “3 major lessons” and harshly criticizes the Lai government: “At least there’s still dog food to eat”
The carcinogen benzo[a]pyrene was detected at more than 4 times the permitted limit in 中聯油脂 soybean salad oil, with 1,300 tons having entered the market. Media figure Li Yanqiu criticized the government’s inaction, shaking confidence in food safety.
Companies mentioned：中聯油脂、南僑
The Economist releases its global liveability rankings: China climbs sharply, and this city makes the biggest gains
EIU released its 2026 ranking of the world’s most livable cities. Copenhagen retained the top spot, while cities in Japan and China improved their positions in Asia.
Companies mentioned：エコノミスト・インテリジェンス・ユニット (EIU)
Will Yilan County have a typhoon day off on July 10? County government issues latest response as work and school suspension updates continue
Yilan County has issued its latest response on whether work and classes will be suspended for the typhoon on July 10. A decision will be announced early that morning. This is important public information on the local government’s response to natural disasters.
Outdoor art installations fully prepared for the typhoon; 2026 New Taipei Children’s Art Festival postponed, opening July 13; Monster Jungle invites families on an art adventure from July 13 to 19
The New Taipei City Government has postponed the 2026 Children’s Art Festival to July 13 due to the typhoon, ensuring safety and maintaining the quality of the event, underscoring its strong commitment to public safety.
Shisanhang Austronesian Culture Festival sets sail in late July: enjoy challenges, music and a market all in one, with limited-edition gifts for completing the course
The “New Taipei Austronesian Culture Festival” will be held at the Shisanhang Museum from July 25 to 26, 2026. The event will feature challenge activities offering a taste of ancient navigation techniques, international music performances and an eco-market, showcasing Austronesian cultures to a wide audience.
Will garbage trucks run on July 10 during Typhoon Bavi? A look at collection times and locations across Taiwan
Severe Typhoon Bavi is approaching Taiwan, with a storm radius of 380 kilometers, and the Central Weather Administration has issued a sea warning. Garbage collection across Taiwan may be affected. No changes have been announced so far, and residents should check with their local environmental protection bureaus.
Original台積電2奈米再添大單？輝達下代黑科技CPU傳採用 這3台廠成潛在贏家
Original輝達下一代Rosa CPU可能採用台積電2奈米製程與A16晶背供電技術，將使台積電與中砂、昇陽、頌勝等台灣供應商受惠，強化台灣在全球半導體供應鏈的關鍵地位。
Companies mentioned：台積電、輝達、AMD、英特爾、中砂、昇陽、頌勝
Breaking: New list of Taiwan stocks under trading restrictions revealed! 1 hot stock “sent to jail,” with restrictions starting tomorrow through July 23
Original台湾証券取引所は9日、急騰した泰宗（4169）を処置株に指定し、10日から5分ごとの取引制限を導入すると発表した。これは市場の安定化を図る措置で、7月23日までの予定。
Companies mentioned：台湾証券取引所
Latest distribution channels for carcinogenic salad oil: list of 440 additional products released! Supermarkets, 19 cooking oils, 16 instant noodles, 7 dumplings and 3 salad dressings affected; how to return items and get refunds, plus a full look at recalled product batch numbers
The carcinogen benzo[a]pyrene was detected at more than 4 times the permitted limit in 中聯油脂 soybean salad oil, affecting 360 companies and 440 products nationwide. Withdrawals from sale and refunds are continuing across a wide range of products, including cooking oil, instant noodles and frozen foods.
Companies mentioned：中聯油脂、泰山企業、福壽實業、福懋油脂、桂冠實業、味王、卜蜂、南僑、聯華食品、愛買、路易莎、金色三麥、老協珍、屏榮食品
Breaking: No typhoon day off Friday! 3 Taiwanese counties and cities announce ahead of others that work and classes will proceed as usual tomorrow
3 counties and cities in Taiwan, judging the typhoon’s impact to be limited, announced that work and school would proceed as usual on Friday. The announcement affects residents’ schedules.
The central bank faces an even tougher decision! Will the AI boom push up the neutral interest rate? Bond-market giant PIMCO offers an alternative view
Bond investment giant PIMCO has challenged the market consensus that AI will push up the neutral rate, saying it could instead put downward pressure on interest rates. The analysis cites uncertainty created by AI and income concentration.
Companies mentioned：PIMCO
Today’s (July 9) top stories! Typhoon Bavi sea warning issued! / Could Taipei, New Taipei, Keelung and Taoyuan get 2 consecutive typhoon days off starting tomorrow? / Will Taiwan have a typhoon day off on July 10?
Typhoon Bavi is approaching Taiwan, and sea warnings have been issued for several northern areas. Taipei, New Taipei, Keelung and Taoyuan could get 2 consecutive typhoon days off. The possibility of a nationwide day off is drawing considerable attention.
Will Hsinchu have a typhoon day off tomorrow? City and county governments respond: work and school suspension announcements will be made at “this time”
Authorities in Hsinchu County and City clarified when they will announce work and school closures as a typhoon approaches. The aim is to ensure public safety and avoid confusion, an issue of strong public interest.
What should you do if work suspensions differ between your “place of residence and workplace” during a typhoon day off? A look at the latest Labor Ministry rules
Under the latest rules from 台湾劳动部, when work suspensions during a typhoon day off differ between a worker’s home and workplace, employees may choose not to report to work based on safety concerns, and employers may not deduct their pay or affect their performance reviews. Employers must also provide transportation or allowances to ensure employees can commute safely.
Companies mentioned：104人力银行、台湾劳动部
Is there a high chance of a typhoon day off and work and school suspensions for Typhoon Bavi? The risk of impact surges to 100% in “5 northern Taiwan counties and cities”; a full roundup of day-off criteria, storm timing and the latest track
Typhoon Bavi is approaching Taiwan, with the chance of impact reaching 100% in 5 northern Taiwan counties and cities, posing a very high risk of work and school suspensions and transportation disruptions. This article compiles day-off criteria, storm timing and the latest track to help the public prepare for disasters.
Mainland Affairs Council sounds alarm: 10 people newly reported missing after traveling to mainland China in a single week; 1 judge questioned by Chinese public security during a trip! Liang Wen-chieh warns of risks
Taiwan Mainland Affairs Council Deputy Minister Liang Wen-chieh said on July 9 that a local court judge was questioned by public security officials while traveling in mainland China. Another 10 people were reported missing after traveling there this week, bringing the total to 385. The cases highlight growing risks for Taiwan residents traveling to mainland China, with civil servants particularly targeted.
ChangXin memory chips are no cheaper! Cook lobbies Trump to allow Chinese memory chips; South Korean think tank scoffs: Apple is just trying to cut prices
Apple has raised product prices due to rising memory costs and is reportedly looking to buy from 長鑫存儲, stirring market unease. A South Korean think tank says the move is really a strategy to pressure South Korean suppliers on prices.
Companies mentioned：Apple、長鑫存儲、三星電子、SK海力士、美光、長江存儲
Don’t put basil straight in the fridge after bringing it home! Expert shares 1 trick to keep it fresh, tender and green for a week without turning black
Small-scale farmers and national banquet chefs say humidity and temperature control are key to storing Thai basil. Wrapped in paper towels and refrigerated, it can stay fresh for more than 1 week.
Academia Sinica announces 19 new academicians! Record number of women; senior 台積電 vice president among those elected
Academia Sinica has announced 19 new academicians in its 35th cohort, including 8 women—a record high. 台積電 Senior Vice President Wu Hsien-yang is among those elected, reflecting strong ties between academia and industry.
Companies mentioned：台積電、麻省理工學院、麻州大學阿默斯特校區、杜克大學
No typhoon day off Friday? Meteorologist hints at the answer with 1 remark: Bavi “won’t make landfall until this time”—just ask the county and city leaders
Severe Typhoon Bavi is approaching eastern Taiwan, with a storm radius of 380 kilometers. Meteorologist Tai Li-kang hinted it would not make landfall until tomorrow night, affecting decisions on typhoon days off. The risk of storm impact has reached 100% in 5 counties and cities across Taiwan, and residents are on high alert.
On high alert! Kaohsiung Mass Rapid Transit Bureau mobilizes across all lines to prepare for Typhoon Bavi
To prepare for Typhoon Bavi, the Kaohsiung Mass Rapid Transit Bureau has launched typhoon preparations and site inspections ahead of time, ensuring protective measures are in place at all project sites and safeguarding MRT construction projects and surrounding areas.
Companies mentioned：高雄市政府捷運工程局
Rich people aren’t driving Mercedes-Benz or BMW! This was Taiwan’s top-selling luxury car in June; owners praise its quick acceleration, easy handling and practical, high-quality features
In Taiwan’s luxury-car sales in June 2026, the Tesla Model Y led with 2,201 units sold. Electric vehicles are leading the market, with Lexus and Mercedes-Benz also competing strongly.
Companies mentioned：Tesla、Lexus、Mercedes-Benz、BMW
Why can work and classes be suspended on typhoon days? What you take for granted came at a tragic cost 25 years ago, when a woman gave her life
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Record number of new female Academia Sinica academicians! 11 women elected; latest list for the 35th cohort released
中央研究院 announced its 35th class of new academicians, with 19 people selected. The 8 women selected marked a record, and all 3 honorary academicians were women, bringing the total number of women chosen to 11. The milestone signals progress in gender diversity in academia.
Companies mentioned：中央研究院、麻省理工学院、麻州大学アマースト校、デューク大学
Is a typhoon day off tomorrow all but certain? With Bavi bearing down, Chiang Wan-an says he hopes residents will stay home on Friday and Saturday
Typhoon Bavi is approaching northern Taiwan. Taipei Mayor 蔣万安 urged residents to stay home on Friday and Saturday. Decisions on work and school suspensions will be announced at 8 p.m.
Justice Ministry poll finds public believes political forces interfere in the justice system; Minister Cheng Ming-chien says the public does not understand the ministry well enough
A Ministry of Justice investigation into the tainted oil products scandal involving 中聯発 found that 81% of the public cited political bias. Justice Minister 鄭銘謙 pushed back, saying there had been “no political interference” and emphasizing the public’s lack of understanding. Trust in the fairness of the justice system is at issue.
Housing market downturn is no deterrent! Hitachi Yungtay Elevator surpasses 100,000 units shipped, expands its footprint with 3 core strategies
Hitachi Yungtay Elevator marks its 60th anniversary and announces shipments have surpassed 100,000 units. It is launching a dual DX and GX transformation focused on 3 core areas—high-speed elevators, replacement of old equipment and digital services—to advance its vision of becoming a smart building systems company.
Companies mentioned：日立集團、日立製作所
Will Taichung have a typhoon day off on July 10? Mayor Lu Shiow-yen issues latest response; a look at work and school suspensions across Taiwan
Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen has issued her latest response on whether a typhoon day off will be observed on July 10. Cities and counties across Taiwan are announcing work and school suspension arrangements, affecting daily life and commuting safety.
Do you get paid for working during a typhoon? How are work and overtime pay handled on a typhoon day off? A look at the Labor Ministry’s latest rules!
Taiwan’s Ministry of Labor clarified the rules on reporting to work and pay during typhoons. Pay is calculated differently depending on whether the day is a workday or a day off, making the rules important for both workers and businesses.
“Should Chen Tudou get a cross-strait peace prize?” As a Chinese internet celebrity goes viral in Taiwan, why are some questioning whether he has a united-front mission
Chinese internet celebrity 陳土豆 has gained popularity in Taiwan, but her activities—which appear to conflict with Chinese authorities’ repression of sexual minorities—have raised suspicions that they may be part of United Front efforts.
Robam Appliances makes its Taiwan Building Show debut, showcasing a vision of future homes with its AI smart kitchen
Chinese premium smart kitchen appliance brand ロバート電器 made its debut at Taiwan’s first interior design expo, showcasing a futuristic kitchen equipped with AI. It also announced new products scheduled for release in 2026, drawing increased attention to the market.