AI News 180m Report｜2026-07-14 18:00–21:00 JST｜Page 2 of 2https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 103 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 83 items from 2 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en A lavish summer parfait packed with melon: “Whole Melon Luxury Parfait” arrives at “Kabo Melon to Roman” on July 15https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1489957https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1489957Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Kabo Melon to Roman,” an Aomori Prefecture Tsugaru City antenna shop, will launch its “Whole Melon Luxury Parfait,” made with premium melons with a sugar content of at least 17 degrees, for a limited time starting July 15, 2026. The new menu item offers a multisensory taste of summer. Kyoto Prefecture’s first large-scale crane game arcade, “Crane Planet Kuze,” to openhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1489958https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1489958Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:47:55 +0900JapanPR TIMESMatsubara Kosan Co., Ltd. will open “Crane Planet Kuze,” Kyoto Prefecture’s first large-scale crane game arcade, in late July 2026. The venue will offer a new entertainment space with 337 game machines and family-friendly facilities. Make this a summer to think about the future! The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry’s official web magazine, “METI Journal Online,” is running a summer vacation project for parents and children!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1489959https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1489959Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:45:52 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry is running a project on its official web magazine “METI Journal Online” for parents and children to explore the future and how society works during summer vacation. A new character, MiETI, introduces topics such as AI, robots and the circular economy in an easy-to-understand way. Second case in 1 year of a passenger boarding the wrong plane; 台灣虎航: ground staff misread the warning signal from an alert tonehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491847https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491847Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:47:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Young composer Wu Xiuping's solo concert uses notes to let time be heardhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491838https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491838Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:35:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 梵蒂岡專訪中研院士李琳山 呼應教宗通諭管制AI發展https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491837https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491837Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:35:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Interest-sensitive insurance policies must carry a warning; 金管會: rules take effect on New Year's Day, with violations punishable by NT$12 millionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491752https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491752Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:27:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 業者估外送專法上路成本恐增3成 平台是否漲價待評估https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491751https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491751Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:27:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA China's Ethnic Unity Law; Mainland Affairs Council: political risks in cross-strait exchanges are risinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491753https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491753Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:20:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFollowing China’s implementation of the “Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress,” Taiwan’s 陸委会 warned that political risks in cross-strait exchanges are increasing. Concerns in the international community are also growing. Taiwan People's Party youth wing visits Yangshan Port; Li Weihua says it could be a starting point for cross-strait exchangeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491661https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491661Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:19:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA youth delegation led by Li Weihua of the Taiwan People’s Party visited Shanghai’s Yangshan Port. The group described automated port technology as a starting point for cross-strait exchanges and advocated practical cooperation. It was the party’s first official visit to mainland China. 大全聯's Zhonghe store to close on 9/30 as 潤泰集團 exits the hypermarket markethttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491662https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491662Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:17:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 翁倩玉's Taiwan and Japan concert tour launches, with 小林幸子 set to make a surprise appearancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491663https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491663Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:15:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA AI boosts semiconductor supply chain as June revenue rises across listed and OTC companieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491664https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491664Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:14:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAmid rising AI demand, June sales in Taiwan’s semiconductor, electronics distribution and computer peripheral industries rose sharply. Both listed and unlisted companies recorded year-on-year growth of more than 30%, highlighting the strength of the technology-driven economy. Civics questions on the subject-specific exam are complex; women's weightlifting and tariffs appear in the questionshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491665https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491665Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:10:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 美軍對伊朗作戰新增1人喪生 累計14死414傷https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491671https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491671Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:09:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA China's Ethnic Unity Promotion Law takes effect; scholar says it creates a chilling effecthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491566https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491566Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:06:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Taichung City Government releases list of downstream businesses linked to 中聯油脂, including well-known soy milk shops and affordable steakhouseshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491567https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491567Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:02:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Dedicated delivery law set to take effect; union calls matching fees illegal “paying to work”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491474https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491474Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:59:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Legislator proposes reclaiming subsidies from companies in 中聯油脂 case; Premier Cho Jung-tai promises to handle it under established procedureshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491475https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491475Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:58:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 中聯油脂 food safety incident prompted legislators to call for subsidies to be reclaimed from companies that violated the rules. Premier Cho Jung-tai pledged to handle the matter under established procedures and strengthen food safety oversight for vulnerable groups, highlighting the government's focus on corporate compliance and public health. School lunches stop serving eggs, sparking political debate in East Indiahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491476https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491476Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:50:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Preliminary figures for the subject-specific exam show 4 wearable-device violations; anti-cheating measures to be tightenedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491477https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491477Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:49:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Netizens report droplets at train-car air vents; Taipei Metro says they are condensation, not a leakhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491268https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491268Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:43:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaipei Metro said droplets at train-car air vents were caused by condensation in high-temperature, high-humidity conditions and did not indicate equipment failure. The explanation helps ease passenger concerns and protect public transport's reputation. Yamaguchi Prefectural Assembly member Noriaki Shimada honored as a Tainan honorary citizen for promoting exchangeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491269https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491269Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:37:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAYamaguchi Prefectural Assembly member Noriaki Shimada was named an honorary citizen of Tainan for promoting friendly exchanges between Tainan and Yamaguchi Prefecture and providing post-disaster support, highlighting deepening local cooperation between Taiwan and Japan. Oil price gains widen after US strikes Iran; bargain hunters enter as most Asian markets close higherhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491270https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491270Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:35:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe United States launched new airstrikes on Iran, sending oil prices sharply higher. Amid rising geopolitical tensions and inflation concerns, most Asian stock markets rose on bargain hunting. Taichung's domestic honey promotion campaign launches, honoring 25 beekeepershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491271https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491271Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:33:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Taichung City Agriculture Bureau held a campaign to promote domestic honey, honoring 25 outstanding beekeepers, promoting the “台中蜂華” brand and holding a sales exhibition in New Taipei. This is crucial to ensuring the quality of domestic honey and farmers' earnings. Ministry of Finance amends rules to prevent fraudulent claims involving illicit cigarettes; tip rewards to be calculated based on fines actually collectedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491277https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491277Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:32:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Ministry of Finance has revised its reward rules for reporting violations involving tobacco and alcohol, basing rewards on fines actually collected and allowing illegal gains to be reclaimed. It also called on enforcement agencies to strengthen internal controls. The move aims to prevent fraudulent reward claims involving illicit cigarettes and uphold the fairness of the system. 彭博披露評估赴美發行ADR 三星電子否認https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491278https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491278Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:30:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Delays questioned in Zhubei East District Market project; county government and city office point to procedural issueshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491279https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491279Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:29:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAHsinchu County and Zhubei City are disputing responsibility for delays to construction work at Zhubei East District Market. Design changes and administrative procedural shortcomings are said to be the cause, delaying completion and leaving residents’ expectations unmet. Ahead of US CPI release, the Taiwan dollar fell 0.2 cents to close at 32.172https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491161https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491161Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:26:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAOn the eve of the U.S. CPI release, markets grew more cautious amid geopolitical tensions and inflation concerns. The New Taiwan dollar fell 0.2 cents to close at 32.172 yen. Foreign investors’ net selling and capital outflows weighed on both stocks and the currency. China Coast Guard harasses waters around Kinmen; Coast Guard says it should refrain from irrational provocationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491162https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491162Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:24:41 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Pollution left by former US military base remains uncleared; Greenland residents unite in condemnationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491051https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491051Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:23:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe United States established 36 military bases in Greenland over 85 years, leaving large quantities of oil drums, asbestos and radioactive wastewater uncleared. Plans are now underway to return to 2 bases and expand deployments, prompting strong local protests. The incident highlights issues of environmental justice and colonial legacies, drawing international attention. 睽違12年 西雅圖交響樂團音樂總監張弦客席國台交https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491053https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491053Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:20:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 統一超APP從簡退費 北市府籲各通路可比照辦理https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491052https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1491052Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:20:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNACarcinogen levels exceeding standards in 中聯油品 affected convenience-store fresh foods, prompting 統一超商 to launch an automatic refund mechanism through its app. Taipei City Government urged other retailers to follow suit and strengthen consumer protection. Cancer tops Taipei's 10 leading causes of death in year 114, with 220 more deaths than in 113https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490941https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490941Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:16:33 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaipei City released its 2025 list of the 10 leading causes of death, with cancer ranking first for 53 consecutive years and deaths increasing by 220. The age-standardized mortality rate fell 3.9%, reflecting the impact of chronic disease prevention and medical care. DPP legislator suggests stock market trade as usual during Taipei typhoon day off; Premier Cho Jung-tai says it can be consideredhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490831https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490831Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:13:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADPP legislator Chung Chia-pin suggested that the stock market should trade as usual when Taipei declares a typhoon day off. Premier Cho Jung-tai said the proposal could be considered, but stressed that daily life across Taipei, New Taipei, Keelung and Taoyuan should remain consistent to avoid confusion. 分科測驗第2次考數乙 補教估題目簡單5標提高https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490832https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490832Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:04:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 台糖 celebrates its 80th anniversary with a raffle for hotel vouchers and a charity run in Octoberhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490833https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490833Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:03:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Director Deng, swept away by the Mataian Creek floodwaters, is grateful to be alive; 新城鄉公所 offers supporthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490720https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490720Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:02:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA construction site director surnamed Deng from Hualien County's Xincheng Township was swept away by floodwaters during heavy rain and rescued 15 hours later. He suffered injuries to multiple parts of his body and is also facing financial pressure. 新城鄉公所 provided emergency aid and is continuing to monitor his recovery. 90,000 welcome World Cup heroes home to Norway's capital; Haaland's photo with a raccoon sparks buzzhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490721https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490721Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:00:22 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAノルウェー代表がワールドカップで8強進出という歴史的快挙を達成し、帰国時に約9万人が首都オスロで歓迎した。エースのハーランドがアナグマの標本を抱えた写真がSNSで話題となった。 Subject-Specific Test ends; score reports to be mailed on August 3https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490722https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490722Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:00:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 115 academic year’s subject-specific exams have concluded, and score reports will be mailed on August 3. The schedule was changed because of a typhoon, but about 39,000 people took the exams. Fuxing Experimental High School triumphs at Australia's international music festival, with string and wind ensembles winning gold and silverhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490723https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490723Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:57:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Pay-to-Play Love and Yangmingshan Women's Police Station win spots on the Original IP Power Listhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490729https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490729Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:56:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA New leek variety Taichung No. 1 offers better texture and higher yieldshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490610https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490610Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:50:13 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Taichung City Government fills 3 deputy secretary-general positions; Digital Affairs Bureau chief Lin Gulong takes the helmhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490611https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490611Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:49:11 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Control Yuan: Improvement projects including those on the Xuchuan River failed to deliver their intended functions; Keelung City Government censuredhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490612https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490612Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:49:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’s Control Yuan said water quality improvement works on the Xuchuan and Tianliao rivers carried out by Keelung City did not operate properly even after completion, and about NT$8.21 million in public funds was spent on repairs. It censured the Keelung City Government over inadequate inspection and a failure to pursue accountability. President Lai visits Jile Temple and Jing Si Hall in Keelung, accompanied by Tong Tzu-wei to pray for blessingshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490496https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490496Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:44:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan President Lai Ching-te visited a Buddhist facility in Keelung City and prayed alongside candidate Tung Tzu-wei. The visit underscored the importance of ties between religion and local communities, as well as consideration for culture and safety. 經部：近5年台商對外投資增逾5成 美、東協占比攀升https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490497https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490497Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:43:03 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Southwesterly winds bringing moisture; heavy rain expected on the 15th in Greater Taipei and western mountainous areashttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490498https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490498Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:40:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Foreign investors net sell NT$51.893 billion in Taiwan stocks, heavily dumping ETFshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490505https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490505Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:38:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Chinese woman visiting Taiwan to see family suffers brain injury in fall; Nantou grandmother seeks help from immigration agencyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490499https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490499Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:38:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA Chinese national visiting Taiwan to see family fell and suffered a brain injury, leaving her unable to care for herself. She overstayed her visa and faced deportation. A Nantou grandmother sought help from the National Immigration Agency, and after a review, the woman was granted an extension of stay due to special emergency circumstances. The case reflects the government's humanitarian concern. NCU monitors the ionosphere with GPS; Kamchatka earthquake and tsunami trigger upper-atmosphere disturbancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490506https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490506Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:37:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 陳明順, a member of 法國秋季沙龍, helps children from disadvantaged families learn to painthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490389https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490389Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:36:14 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Temperatures top 35 degrees at 170 sites in Japan, setting records; 52 hospitalized in Tokyo, 3 criticalhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490507https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490507Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:36:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Taitung medical technologist safeguards remote communities for 30 years, wins 衛福部 senior role model awardhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490508https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490508Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:35:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA SUV suspected of failing to yield to ambulance with siren blaring; 4 injured and hospitalized after crash in Xiushui, Changhuahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490387https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490387Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:34:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAn ambulance and an SUV collided in Xiushui Township, Changhua, leaving 4 people injured. Police suspect the SUV failed to yield to the ambulance, which had its siren on, and are investigating who was responsible. The incident highlights road safety concerns involving emergency vehicles. 亞洲生技大會 opens on the 16th, with AI and biopharmaceuticals in focushttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490388https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490388Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:33:45 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 涉偽造罷免連署 國民黨宜蘭主委林明昌判刑1年半https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490390https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490390Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:27:41 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Another Taiwanese arrested in Japan for allegedly acting as a money mule; Japanese police investigate fraud ringhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490394https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490394Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:23:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Yu Jie'en performs in “Smart Town,” serenades Gigi Leung by singing “Short Hair” a cappellahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490393https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490393Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:23:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 吳乃仁台糖土地案 吳明昌：雙方律師16日協商https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490276https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490276Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:22:12 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Completion of Kaohsiung’s Daliao social housing nears; rental applications announced for 384 units on 7/27https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490277https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490277Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:22:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Chung Lien case: Lai Juilong stresses blocking the problem at its source; Ko Chih-en proposes a “safety certification”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490278https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490278Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:21:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Hsinchu City music studio owner critically injured in stabbing; police shoot and subdue knife-wielding suspecthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490279https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490279Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:19:06 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Kouhu Qianshuizhuang ritual takes place on 7/20, passing on an important national folk custom through hands-on experienceshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490285https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490285Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:19:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Bangkok beer restaurant fire exposes regulatory gaps; registered business category suspected of not matching actual operationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490165https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490165Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:15:01 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA DEAT hopes to review delivery-services legislation on an ongoing basis; expert: consider charging delivery workers a matching feehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490166https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490166Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:14:59 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 名琴法吉歐利進駐台中捷運站 開放通勤族自由彈奏https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490167https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490167Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:11:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA President Lai: Build the nation on agriculture and establish systems to attract young people to farminghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490168https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490168Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:08:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPresident Lai Ching-te visited a community farm in Keelung City, advocating “building the nation on agriculture” and stressing the need to establish a social security system for farmers to attract young people to farming and ensure food security and agricultural sustainability. Legislature to review measures to close e-cigarette loopholes; civic groups urge stronger flavored tobacco banhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490174https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490174Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:07:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Cheng Li-wun attends student camp, discusses Taiwan’s democratic development and electoral systemhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490051https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490051Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:02:50 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAKMT Chair Cheng Li-wun attended a student camp and discussed Taiwan’s democratic development and electoral system, stressing that system design should pursue fairness and encouraging young people to reflect on the nature of democracy. Toward net-zero emissions: Fu Jen Catholic University Hospital builds low-carbon, smart wastewater treatment facilityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490052https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490052Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:01:48 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFu Jen Catholic University Hospital upgraded its wastewater treatment system, installing a flotation blower and smart aeration controls to achieve energy savings, emissions reductions and smart management. The project serves as a model for the low-carbon transition of medical institutions in Taiwan. Typhoon Bavi approaches; North Korean authorities urge “highest alert”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490053https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490053Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:59:46 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAs Typhoon Bavi approached, North Korean authorities issued heavy rain and strong wind warnings, and Kim Jong Un ordered the “highest alert.” The country’s vulnerable infrastructure raises the risk of worsening damage. Wang Yen-cheng’s selection for Asian Games sparks debate in Korean media; 韓華鷹: will cooperate with call-uphttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490054https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490054Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:59:44 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwanese pitcher Wang Yen-cheng of the Korea Baseball Organization’s 韓華鷹 was selected for Taiwan’s team for the 2026 Nagoya Asian Games, drawing widespread discussion in Korean media. The team said it would cooperate with the call-up, showing its support for international competitions. 2026 Cultural Expo to introduce a reservation system for the first time to manage crowds and maintain the visitor experiencehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490061https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490061Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:58:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 2026 Taiwan Cultural and Creative Expo will introduce a reservation system for the first time to improve the visitor experience. Its cultural theme is “The Zero Bit,” exploring the origins of creativity in the AI era. Animal welfare groups concerned about overfishing of hammerhead sharks, urge government to consider a phased fishing banhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490062https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490062Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:57:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAOn Shark Awareness Day, the Taiwan Animal Society Research Association raised concerns about the overfishing of spot-tail sharks in the Northwest Pacific and urged the government to introduce a phased fishing ban and establish a monitoring system. After Typhoon Bavi passed, Taoyuan Environmental Protection Bureau found water quality at supply outlets to be normalhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490063https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490063Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:56:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAfter Typhoon Bavi passed, the Taoyuan City Environmental Protection Bureau tested water quality at the supply outlets of 9 water treatment plants. Turbidity, pH and residual chlorine levels were all normal, and water quality remained stable, allowing regular water supply. The move safeguarded residents’ drinking water and demonstrated the local government’s post-disaster response capabilities. Shilin Branch of the Administrative Enforcement Agency auctions 6 luxury cars for a total of NT$35.43 millionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1489937https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1489937Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:52:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Shilin Branch held a luxury car auction, selling all 6 seized vehicles for a total of NT$35.43 million. The highest-priced vehicle was a gold Ferrari 812 GTS, which sold for NT$16.98 million. The auction demonstrated the results of judicial asset recovery and interagency cooperation. Lee Chuan proposes 5 major healthcare policies; Su Chiao-hui talks with community collegehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1489940https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1489940Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:51:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANew Taipei City mayoral candidate Li Sichuan announced 5 major policies to address disparities in access to medical care. Su Qiaohui pledged to strengthen civic engagement by supporting community colleges. Both called for action on local issues. Lung nodule found in health check after man quit smoking; doctor says biopsy revealed stage 1 lung adenocarcinomahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1489938https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1489938Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:50:33 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA 47-year-old Taichung man was found to have a lung nodule during a health check 4 years after quitting smoking and was diagnosed with stage 1 lung adenocarcinoma. He recovered quickly after surgery, underscoring the importance of regular screening and low-dose CT. Inaugural Liu Xiaobo Human Rights Award goes to Chinese citizen journalist Zhang Zhan in prisonhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1489939https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1489939Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:48:31 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe inaugural Liu Xiaobo Human Rights Award was presented in Germany, with Chinese citizen journalist Zhang Zhan receiving the award while imprisoned. Her words were read aloud on her behalf, drawing international attention to freedom of speech under repression. Probability question based on likes appears in the Math B subject-specific exam; difficulty expected to fall and raw scores to risehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1489948https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1489948Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:45:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Math B section of Taiwan’s 115 academic year subject-specific exam was less difficult, with questions based on everyday life. As a result, raw scores and the number of perfect scores are expected to increase. 重機上國道民調改2年1次 高公局估116年公布結果https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1489947https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1489947Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:45:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA交通部高速公路局は、重型機車の国道乗り入れに関する民意調査を2年に1回に調整。6-7割の反対意見が続く中、安全性や秩序を考慮した検討が続けられる。 中聯油脂 case: Cho Jung-tai says whether local authorities conducted inspections is a key basis for the investigationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1489949https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1489949Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:44:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 中聯油脂 food safety incident has sparked a dispute over central and local government responsibility. Premier Cho Jung-tai stressed that whether local authorities carried out “factory inspections” would be a key basis for administrative and judicial investigations, highlighting local inspection responsibilities. [Chin Mei] Company announces that its subsidiary 全國大飯店股份有限公司 will purchase land reserved for public facilities in Taichung Cityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490504https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490504Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:37:42 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所Chin Mei Group subsidiary 全國大飯店股份有限公司 purchased 3 plots of land in Taichung’s Nantun District for a total of NT$382 million to improve development efficiency. The move shows the group’s continued expansion of its real estate portfolio. 【乙盛-KY】本公司受邀參加福邦證券舉辦之鴻海暨轉投資企業主題系統座談https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490503https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490503Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:34:35 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所乙盛-KY將於2026年7月15日參加福邦證券主辦的鴻海集團主題座談會，說明營運現況。此舉有助於提升投資人信心與市場能見度。 [Ho Ye] Company invited to attend an investor conference hosted by 台新證券https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490502https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260714-18/index-en-p2.html#n1490502Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:32:11 +0900Taiwan臺灣證券交易所Ho Ye (1709) has been invited to attend an investor conference hosted by 台新證券, to be held in Taipei on July 14, year 115. The event is expected to help investors better understand the company’s finances and business, and is a routine investor relations activity.