# AI News 180m Report｜2026-07-13 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 6 of 6

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 451 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 68 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 台塑企業14日協商調薪 工會爭取調幅3.66%

- Published: 2026-07-13T12:44:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202607130076.aspx
- anchor: #n1462809
- Companies mentioned: 台塑、南亞、台化、台塑化

台塑企業將於7月14日與工會協商年度調薪，工會要求3.66%漲幅，反映獲利回升與通膨壓力。此為新經營體制下首度調薪，具產業指標意義。

## Physics subject test features popular science passage on “Moiré butterfly,” examines light interference

- Published: 2026-07-13T12:41:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202607130068.aspx
- anchor: #n1462793
- Companies mentioned: 全國教師會、全國高級中等學校教育產業工會

The physics test in Taiwan’s 115 academic year subject-specific examination focused on structural color in the “Moiré butterfly” and tested the principles of light interference, earning praise from education groups. The topic combined natural phenomena with scientific literacy, reflecting the direction of the new curriculum guidelines.

## Taichung police bust zombie vape cartridge packaging site; drug kingpin with gun arrested in his sleep

- Published: 2026-07-13T12:40:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202607130065.aspx
- anchor: #n1462794

Taichung police busted a zombie vape cartridge packaging site and arrested the head of a drug-trafficking group, who possessed a modified handgun. Large quantities of drugs and firearms were seized, and the case has been indicted.

## Bangkok bar fire kills 27, seriously injures 22; overview of major fires in Thailand in recent years

- Published: 2026-07-13T12:38:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202607130064.aspx
- anchor: #n1462770

A major fire broke out at a bar in Bangkok, Thailand, killing 27 people and seriously injuring 22. Reports also recalled the history of major fires in Thailand in recent years, highlighting public safety challenges.

## Lin Yu-ting band’s Singapore-Malaysia exchange disrupted by typhoon; lead singer’s wallet stolen and credit card fraudulently charged

- Published: 2026-07-13T12:36:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202607130063.aspx
- anchor: #n1462771

The Lin Yu-ting band traveled to Singapore and Malaysia for Hakka cultural exchanges. The lead singer was stranded in Kuala Lumpur by a typhoon and robbed, with more than NT$120,000 fraudulently charged to a credit card. The incident highlights the unexpected risks of overseas arts and cultural exchanges.

## Pan Wen-hui clocks 159 at MLB Futures Game; neck tattoo reminds him to persevere

- Published: 2026-07-13T12:35:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202607130062.aspx
- anchor: #n1462744
- Companies mentioned: Philadelphia Phillies

Taiwanese pitcher Pan Wen-hui took the mound in the MLB Futures Game and fired a 159km/h fastball. The “Persevere” tattoo on his neck symbolizes his determination to return and drew attention. He appeared as the 15th player of Taiwanese origin in the game’s history.

## Dutch archaeologists excavate ancient tomb in southern Egypt, estimated to be more than 3,000 years old

- Published: 2026-07-13T12:34:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202607130061.aspx
- anchor: #n1462745
- Companies mentioned: Leiden University

A Dutch archaeological team discovered an ancient tomb more than 3,000 years old in Luxor, southern Egypt. The tomb’s owner is believed to have been “Paser,” and the tomb dates to the Ramesside period. The Egyptian government plans to use the discovery to promote tourism.

## Marlins select Rintaro Sasaki; baseball career leaves him weighing staying in the US or returning to Japan

- Published: 2026-07-13T12:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202607130060.aspx
- anchor: #n1462746
- Companies mentioned: マイアミ・マーリンズ、横浜DeNAベイスターズ、福岡ソフトバンクホークス、スタンフォード大学、ロサンゼルス・ドジャース

The マイアミ・マーリンズ selected Rintaro Sasaki in the 8th round of the MLB draft. He was selected by leagues in both Japan and the United States, and attention is focused on his next move.

## Anesthetic used to treat insomnia 485 times in 3 years, causing death; doctor indicted by Taipei prosecutors

- Published: 2026-07-13T12:29:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202607130059.aspx
- anchor: #n1462747

A physician surnamed Liu at a clinic in Taipei administered the anesthetic propofol to patients with insomnia 485 times over 3 years, leading to a fatal incident. Prosecutors indicted the physician for negligent homicide. Serious violations of medical ethics and standards are at issue.

## 台股盤中漲逾600點 台積電領漲台塑四寶攻高

- Published: 2026-07-13T12:28:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202607130058.aspx
- anchor: #n1462748
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、聯發科、鴻海、台達電、大立光、聯一光、先進光、玉晶光、台化、南亞、台塑、台塑化

台股今日一度大漲逾600點，台積電與台塑四寶領漲，受美股與半導體利多激勵。儘管日韓股市修正帶來壓力，台股仍維持相對強勢，成交量可望破兆元。

## Taichung Sunshine Baseball Summer Camp opens; Chang Liao Wan-chien and Ho Hsin-chun throw out first pitches

- Published: 2026-07-13T12:11:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202607130057.aspx
- anchor: #n1462715
- Companies mentioned: 中華職業棒球大聯盟、台中市、民主進步黨

Facts:
- The Sunshine Baseball Summer Camp, founded in 2004 by Deputy Education Minister Chang Liao Wan-chien
- We believe the 4-day camp will give the children wonderful memories

## Children’s rights events at the National Human Rights Museum encourage children to speak their minds

- Published: 2026-07-13T12:11:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202607130056.aspx
- anchor: #n1462716
- Companies mentioned: 国家人权博物馆、黃郁欽、陶樂蒂、芳因、芳安、熊君君

Facts:
- The “Human Rights Picture Book Story House” will be held on the morning of August 16
- The event will be held on the afternoons of August 22 and 23

## 埃及世界盃遭淘汰質疑裁判 專家：傷兵與調度亦影響

- Published: 2026-07-13T12:01:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202607130055.aspx
- anchor: #n1462614
- Companies mentioned: FIFA、On Sport、阿根廷、埃及

Facts:
- 2026 World Cup
- Round of 16
- Final 12 minutes
- Final 10 minutes

## Subject-specific examination uses metal detectors for the first time, targeting rule-breaking test takers who refuse inspection

- Published: 2026-07-13T11:59:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202607130054.aspx
- anchor: #n1462611
- Companies mentioned: 大學入學考試中心、中央社

Facts:
- 20,606 people chose to take the exam
- 1,828 absent
- Absentee rate of 8.87%

## LPGA依雲錦標賽落幕 徐薇淩獲第50名

- Published: 2026-07-13T11:59:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202607130053.aspx
- anchor: #n1462612
- Companies mentioned: LPGA、依雲錦標賽、The Amundi Evian Championship、中央社、韓德森

Facts:
- Tied for 50th
- Total prize money of $9.1 million
- About NT$292 million
- $3.35 million
- About NT$107 million

## Taoyuan City Government teams up with IKEA for cooling exhibition promoting energy-efficient urban living

- Published: 2026-07-13T11:59:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202607130052.aspx
- anchor: #n1462613
- Companies mentioned: IKEA、IKEA宜家家居桃園店

Facts:
- “Taoyuan’s Cool Living Formula” exhibition runs from the 9th to the 15th

## 巴威致災 中華郵政寬延保費、房貸1年寬限期

- Published: 2026-07-13T11:53:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202607130051.aspx
- anchor: #n1462600
- Companies mentioned: 中華郵政

Facts:
- Within 3 months of the disaster
- 1-year grace period
- Loan amounts range from NT$200,000 to NT$500,000

## Typhoon Bavi makes landfall in China; torrential rain causes damage in the northeast and floods crops

- Published: 2026-07-13T11:51:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202607130050.aspx
- anchor: #n1462601
- Companies mentioned: 中國航空公司

Facts:
- Cumulative rainfall reached 180 millimeters over 2 days
- More than 6,200 mu (about 415 hectares) of farmland and 1.5 kilometers of roads across the town sustained varying degrees of damage
- 中國航空公司 plans to temporarily cancel 100 flights scheduled to depart or arrive starting today
- More than 2,800 flights across China have been canceled

## Amended Securities Report—32nd term (2025/04/01–2026/03/31)

- Published: 2026-07-13T13:14:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E8%A8%82%E6%AD%A3%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC32%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F04%2F01%EF%BC%8D2026%2F03%2F31)-2026-07-13%2013%3A14
- anchor: #n1462850

TRAILHEAD GLOBAL HOLDINGS filed an amended securities report for its 32nd term (2025/04/01–2026/03/31). The filing aims to maintain investor confidence through accurate disclosure.