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Ebola grips 民主剛果; WHO says less than half of the funds needed to fight the outbreak have been raised Published 2026-07-15 18:56 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Appeal for donations of US$115 million Original 迄今僅籌到大約4成 At least 1,926 people have been infected locally 702 people have died from the disease Companies mentioned：世界衛生組織、民主剛果
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Attendance system suspected of using Chinese products; Customs Administration says all have been taken out of service Published 2026-07-15 18:50 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Taipei Customs and Kaohsiung Customs Companies mentioned：熵基、中央社
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Cooling U.S. inflation eases rate-hike concerns; Asian stocks rise, led by Seoul Published 2026-07-15 18:49 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Japan’s benchmark Nikkei index closed up 1.5% today at 68,751.51 points. South Korea’s KOSPI closed up 6.2% at 7,284.41 points. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index closed up 1.4% at 24,618.10 points. The Shanghai Composite Index closed down 0.3% at 3,955.58 points. Companies mentioned：城市指數公司、聯邦準備理事會
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Japanese care worker arrested on suspicion of killing patient by mixing feces into IV drip Published 2026-07-15 18:46 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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51-year-old female midwife 75-year-old man Jan. 30 this year February 1 Companies mentioned：葵會
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Foreign investors sell Taiwan stocks for 9 straight sessions while adding to active ETFs; net short positions in Taiwan index futures fall below 80,000 contracts Published 2026-07-15 18:44 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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After Taiwan stocks surged 1,143 points intraday today The market closed up 893 points at 45,631 The 三 major institutional investors bought a net NT$20.192 billion Foreign investors sold a net NT$1.415 billion Cumulative net selling exceeded 34,700 lots over 5 consecutive trading days Dealers bought a net NT$10.126 billion today Investment trusts were net buyers of NT$11.481 billion. The 三 major institutional investors’ net short positions fell by 2,590 contracts to 4,575 Foreign investors’ net short positions fell by 383 Companies mentioned：台積電、主動統一升級50、主動統一台股增長、力積電、元大台灣50、長榮航、凱基金、華航、元大台灣50正2、華通、第一金、群創、友達、南亞、亞泥、友訊、兆豐國際投顧、台新臺灣IC設計研究團隊
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Chen Yi-chun absent from second-trial hearing in corruption case; aide retracts testimony and denies accepting bribes Published 2026-07-15 18:41 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Sentenced to 7 years and 10 months A total of NT$3,848,568 Received more than NT$39,000 a month from developers A total of NT$705,894 in bribes Deprived of civil rights for 5 years Deprivation of civil rights for 4 years Sentenced to 6 months Also fined NT$30,000 Sentenced to 1 year Sentenced to 1 year and 10 months Given a 2-year suspended sentence Companies mentioned：民進黨、台北市議會、台灣高等法院
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國台辦 says military exercises are aimed at pursuing independence by force; DPP says bluster will not help cross-strait relations Published 2026-07-15 18:41 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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The 5-day, 4-night “Joint Defense Exercise” 10 new cases of Taiwan residents going missing after traveling to mainland China Companies mentioned：國台辦、民進黨、中央社、蔡英文、賴清德、陸委會、朱鳳蓮
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Taipei Port to increase total soil and stone intake; environmental review committee urges traffic dispatch solutions to prevent backups Published 2026-07-15 18:40 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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The logistics and warehousing area currently takes in 4.2 million cubic meters of soil annually It had received 2.38 million cubic meters by the end of June Recent monthly intake has been about 450,000 cubic meters The annual cap will be raised from no more than 4.2 million cubic meters to no more than 5 million cubic meters An annual increase of 800,000 cubic meters is expected A traffic control measure requires fewer than 150 vehicle entries per hour The rate is expected to reach 225 vehicles per hour in the future Companies mentioned：台灣港務股份有限公司、基隆港務分公司
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University professor kills brother-in-law with a machete; witness says he entered the classroom and started hacking Published 2026-07-15 18:38 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Dragons' He Zongqi seeks voluntary retirement after failing to improve following a violation of team rules Published 2026-07-15 18:38 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Made 10 relief appearances in the minors Pitched 9.1 innings Gave up 5 runs 4 earned runs Posted a record of 1 loss Recorded 1 save Posted a 3.86 ERA Companies mentioned：味全龍隊、中華職棒大聯盟
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Taoyuan upgrades family and child policies, expands egg-freezing and childcare subsidies Published 2026-07-15 18:36 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Adds 6 categories, including autoimmune, ovarian and blood diseases Previously, families using a quasi-public infant care center had to pay an average monthly fee of NT$6,000 Publicly run centers cost NT$2,000 A difference of NT$4,000 The average monthly fee will fall to just NT$3,500 The gap with publicly run centers will narrow to NT$1,500 The average monthly fee for a quasi-public infant care center will fall to NT$2,500 Publicly run centers will cost NT$1,000 Original
Original 中國第2季GDP創3年半新低 紐時：民眾經濟壓力大 Published 2026-07-15 18:31 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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China's Q2 gross domestic product (GDP) grew 4.3% year on year Exports in June rose 27% year on year June trade surplus topped US$125 billion Exports in the first half rose more than 20% year on year Companies mentioned：紐約時報、歐亞集團、瑞銀證券
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Tax season boosts spending: 5 major card issuers process NT$608.8 billion in June Published 2026-07-15 18:30 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Overall credit card spending totaled NT$608.8 billion Up 117% year over year 玉山銀 posts record monthly card spending of NT$160.9 billion 中信銀's June credit card spending neared NT$155.9 billion Up 132% from the same period last year 國泰世華銀's June credit card spending totaled NT$124.7 billion Up nearly 82% year on year First-half credit card spending reached NT$492.3 billion Up 27% year over year Taipei Fubon Bank's June credit card spending neared NT$75.5 billion Up 48% year on year Up 46% month on month First-half spending totaled NT$334.3 billion Up 13% year over year Companies mentioned：中信銀、國泰世華銀、北富銀、玉山銀、台新銀、LINE Pay
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Presidential order promotes Air Force Captain Hsin Po-yi posthumously to major Published 2026-07-15 18:27 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Hsin Po-yi was flying an F-16V (block20) fighter jet during night training on the evening of Jan. 6 空軍司令部 found the black box in the signal-location area on March 16 and recovered it for return to port Effective July 6 Companies mentioned：空軍第五聯隊、空軍司令部、美國原廠
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Sexual bullying at a Kaohsiung elementary school; Education Bureau says classes will be reshuffled and counseling strengthened Published 2026-07-15 18:24 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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3 outside professionals were hired to form an investigative team Companies mentioned：高雄市教育局、中央社
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Asian biotech conference opens; 英矽智能 says AI makes new drug development 4 times faster Published 2026-07-15 18:23 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Speed increased by about 4 times Shortened to 9 to 12 months Original 約4年半的時間 Companies mentioned：英矽智能、Insilico Medicine、台灣生物產業發展協會
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Original 蘋果芬普寧標準放寬 消基會籲公開科學依據 Published 2026-07-15 18:23 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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The pesticide residue limit for 蘋果 芬普寧 was adjusted from 0.5ppm to 3ppm Experts generally recommend rinsing and scrubbing with clean water and peeling produce to remove 8 or 9 tenths of pesticide residues Taiwan set the MRL for 芬普寧 in 蘋果 at 3ppm, matching South Korea's 3ppm standard Taiwan set the MRL for 芬普寧 in 蘋果 at 3ppm, matching South Korea's 3ppm standard and falling between the US standard of 5ppm and Japan's standard of 2ppm Companies mentioned：蘋果、芬普寧、芬普尼、消基會、衛福部、食藥署
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Smooth cordgrass returns after removal; Kinmen County Government says repeated inspections will require a warranty Published 2026-07-15 18:22 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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The removal area was expanded to 8 locations across the island Inspections have been completed in 4 areas There will also be 8 inspections Companies mentioned：金門縣政府、金門潮間帶學會、金門縣政府產業發展處
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13 financial holding companies post first-half profit of NT$440.8 billion, a record for the period, up more than 1 times year on year Published 2026-07-15 18:22 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Combined profits for the first 6 months reached NT$440.875 billion Up 101% from the same period last year 富邦金 reported after-tax net profit of NT$9.49 billion in June and NT$97.34 billion for the first half Up 89% year on year After-tax earnings per share (EPS) of NT$6.67 Financial holding companies' cumulative profits would total NT$188.41 billion if after-tax gains from the disposal of FVOCI (fair value through other comprehensive income) equity instruments were included 國泰金 reported after-tax net profit of NT$16.59 billion in June and NT$76.52 billion for the first half Companies mentioned：富邦金、國泰金、元大金、中信金、台新新光金、永豐金、凱基金、玉山金、兆豐金、華南金、第一金、合庫金、台北富邦銀行、富邦產險、富邦證券、富邦投信、國壽、國泰世華銀行、國泰產險、國泰證券、國泰投信、中信銀、台灣人壽、台新銀行、新光銀行、台新證券、新光人壽、永豐銀行、永豐金證券、凱基證券、凱基人壽、凱基銀行
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Contemporary Taiwanese art moves into financial institutions, bringing paintings closer to the public Published 2026-07-15 18:20 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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At this year's 3rd awards, 19 works were selected for public exhibition at the Kuandu Museum of Fine Arts The exhibition attracted more than 17,000 visits This initiative displays 8 award-winning works at the Nangang CTBC Financial Park and 中信銀's Kaohsiung Asia New Bay Area branch 中信銀's Kaohsiung Asia New Bay Area branch displays 6 award-winning works from its collection The grand prize-winning work is 14 meters long and made up of 648 tiles Companies mentioned：中國信託、中信文教基金會、中信銀、德意志銀行、瑞士銀行、台鐵
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New Qingwu Bridge opens in Ren'ai Township, Nantou, with improved flood resistance Published 2026-07-15 18:18 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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The newly built steel bridge is 49.5 meters long The project cost about NT$43.05 million Companies mentioned：台灣電力公司
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Hsinchu City music store murder: US man stabs brother-in-law; prosecutors to order autopsy Published 2026-07-15 18:16 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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A 43-year-old US citizen surnamed Lin 6 adults 4 children Companies mentioned：中央社、新竹地檢署、新竹市警察局第二分局、犯保協會新竹分會、陽明交大
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US resumes blockade of Iranian ports; 2 oil tankers suspected of diverting to Pakistan to avoid trouble Published 2026-07-15 18:13 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Following the United States’ resumption of its blockade of Iranian ports, 2 tankers carrying Iranian crude oil changed course for Pakistan. This suggests they may be waiting to evade sanctions or transfer their cargo, reflecting rising geopolitical tensions.
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ASEAN Finance/Economy / ASEAN Briefing, July 15, 2026 Published 2026-07-15 18:12 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Could reduce Vietnam's greenhouse gas emissions by nearly 3% Impose a carbon tax of US$15 per ton of carbon dioxide Increase retail and wealth management assets under management (AUM) to more than S$1 trillion About US$774 billion Has exported 754.8 metric tons of bamboo products overseas Generated US$154,000 About NT$5.02 million Global funds made net purchases of US$42.7 million in Malaysian stocks The investment agreement is worth US$4.7 billion About NT$153.2 billion Loans of about 270 billion yen will be provided in phases Annual handling capacity is expected to rise to more than 1.5 million TEU Companies mentioned：星展銀行、路透社、BusinessWorld、彭博、日經亞洲
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New Youth Housing Loan 3.0 may restrict applicants to those under 50 and retain a 5-year grace period Published 2026-07-15 18:11 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Applicants are expected to be under 50 Retain the 5-year grace period The borrower's own annual income is NT$2 million The loan cap is set at NT$10 million The minimum interest rate is 1.775% Companies mentioned：行政院、財政部、國庫署、內政部、住宅基金
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Starting in September, Cola Tour and 雄獅旅遊 short-haul group tours will require solo travelers to pay the single-room surcharge Published 2026-07-15 18:09 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Original 今年1到5月出國旅遊人次為882萬4133人次 Up 17.8% from the same period last year Companies mentioned：可樂旅遊、雄獅旅遊、交通部觀光署
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Bangkok bar fire kills 32 and injures 73; 15 remain in critical condition in intensive care Published 2026-07-15 18:05 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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The death toll rose to 32 today About 73 others were injured Of them, 15 remain in critical condition and are receiving treatment in intensive care units Currently, 30 injured people are still receiving treatment at hospitals across Bangkok Another 44 have been discharged Companies mentioned：Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao、愛侶灣緊急醫療中心
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Revolutionary Guard threatens to halt all Middle East energy exports; Iran hints at Red Sea blockade Published 2026-07-15 18:01 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Oil prices surge to $200 a barrel Iran has attacked 7 merchant ships More than 10 crew members were killed, went missing or were injured At least 30 civilians were killed At least 7 active-duty and conscripted personnel were killed Companies mentioned：伊斯蘭革命衛隊、伊朗通訊社、Press TV、青年運動、沙烏地阿拉伯、以色列、美國軍方
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Italian governing coalition's push for electoral reform bill defeated, triggering political turmoil Published 2026-07-15 18:01 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Electoral reform bill defeated with 188 votes against Failed to clear the hurdle, with 187 votes in favor As many as 30 lawmakers may have gone against their party line Companies mentioned：義大利兄弟黨、義大利力量黨、聯盟黨、民主黨、義大利晚郵報
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Ineligibility rules for public office candidates: Central Election Commission compiles 37 Q&As Published 2026-07-15 18:00 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Explained through 37 frequently asked questions The ineligibility provisions of the Public Officials Election and Recall Act were substantially amended on June 9, 112 Regarding Subparagraph 9 of Article 26 of the Public Officials Election and Recall Act, amended and promulgated on July 1 this year Companies mentioned：中央選舉委員會
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Energy Administration: Construction delays and share sale at 允能風場; case closed with NT$1.16 billion fine Published 2026-07-15 18:00 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Fined approximately NT$1.16 billion Preliminary penalty calculated at NT$41.1 billion Companies mentioned：允能風場、達德能源、台灣電力股份有限公司、台灣糖業股份有限公司
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AI chip demand boosts 艾司摩爾; Q2 revenue and profit both beat expectations Published 2026-07-15 17:58 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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艾司摩爾 reported Q2 revenue of 9.33 billion euros 9.33 billion euros (about NT$326.6 billion) Market forecast of 8.8 billion euros 8.8 billion euros (about NT$308 billion) Net profit was 2.92 billion euros 2.92 billion euros (about NT$102.2 billion) Market forecast of 2.62 billion euros 2.62 billion euros (about NT$91.7 billion) Full-year revenue is forecast to range from 43 billion to 45 billion euros 43 billion to 45 billion euros (about NT$1.5 trillion to NT$1.57 trillion) 43 billion to 45 billion euros (about Companies mentioned：艾司摩爾、ASML、倫敦證券交易所集團、LSEG、台積電、TSMC、三星、Samsung、SK海力士、SK Hynix、美光、Micron
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張雪機車 reportedly plans to open stores in Taiwan; Ministry of Economic Affairs: Chinese-made complete vehicles may not be imported under the law Published 2026-07-15 17:57 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Maximum fine of NT$25 million Companies mentioned：張雪機車
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New Taipei Hakka Affairs Department visits Los Angeles for exchanges; Yimin Festival may head to the United States Published 2026-07-15 17:55 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Liu Guanyin led a delegation to Los Angeles, United States, on July 9 The delegation is expected to return to Taiwan on July 17 Companies mentioned：新北市客家事務局、大洛杉磯台灣客家會、南加州台灣客家會、洛杉磯華僑文教服務中心
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Taichung man falls for fake gold futures investment; police foil scam and protect his million-dollar savings Published 2026-07-15 17:55 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Shenzhen APEC could facilitate high-level China-Japan meeting; diplomats pessimistic Published 2026-07-15 17:53 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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November Shenzhen APEC informal leaders' summit No meeting has been held since July 2024 Original 今年5月出席亞太經合組織（APEC）貿易部長會議 Companies mentioned：APEC、日本、中国
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台糖 ice-sugar adventure summer camp kicks off, leading students to explore sugar industry culture Published 2026-07-15 17:53 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Over 3 consecutive days 台糖 marks its 80th anniversary Companies mentioned：台糖、台南市善化區公所、南台科技大學
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民進黨 national congress to convene on the 19th; Lai Ching-te to present campaign flags to county and city mayoral candidates Published 2026-07-15 17:51 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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19 county and city mayoral candidates 民進黨’s 40th anniversary 30th anniversary of Taiwan’s direct presidential elections Companies mentioned：民進黨
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Original U18男排亞錦賽台灣逆轉中國 16日與泰國拚4強門票 Published 2026-07-15 17:50 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Went down 20-25 and 15-25 Bounced back with a 28-26 win Then won 25-19 to force a decisive 5th set Sealed an impressive comeback victory with a 15-13 final-set win Contributed the team's second-highest score, with 20 points Companies mentioned：台灣隊、中國隊、泰國、豐原高商
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Food and Drug Administration announces downstream businesses affected by China United's problematic oil products, bringing the total to 1006 Published 2026-07-15 17:44 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Affected 1006 downstream businesses 1,661.6 metric tons have been taken off shelves A total of 6,020.6 metric tons have been proactively taken off shelves Original 中聯油脂4至6月共計製造29批油品 These 5 batches shipped a total of 5,756.7 metric tons Companies mentioned：中聯油脂、瓦城、點點心、好樂迪、聯華食品、晶華酒店、貳樓、時時香、忠青商行、樂雅樂、鬍鬚張、福壽、福懋、泰山
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What to do if you have consumed problematic cooking oil? Nutritionists recommend 4 ways to help detoxify, including eating more high-fiber foods and drinking more water Published 2026-07-15 17:36 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Drink about 2000 milliliters of water or more daily Companies mentioned：中聯油品、阮綜合醫院
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