https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 355 items from 4 sources; Japan, 346 items from 2 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539339https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539339Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:37:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539340https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539340Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:34:56 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539341https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539341Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:32:54 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539351https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539351Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:31:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539350https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539350Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:31:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539349https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539349Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:31:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539103https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539103Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:27:45 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539104https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539104Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:26:43 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539105https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539105Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:21:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538985https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538985Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:19:37 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539116https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539116Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:19:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAt BIO Asia-Taiwan 2026, ITRI showcased 10 innovative biotech technologies and partnered with 明基透析 to promote domestic production of exosome purification consumables, strengthening Taiwan's self-sufficient precision medicine supply chain and marking an important step in industrial upgrading. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538986https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538986Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:18:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538987https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538987Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:18:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538996https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538996Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:17:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA mass child abuse case has erupted at a kindergarten in Taipei's Zhongzheng District, with at least 12 children victimized. Mayor Chiang Wan-an pledged swift and tough action and comprehensive support for parents. The incident highlights gaps in preschool oversight and has drawn widespread public concern. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538999https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538999Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:12:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMore than 900 excess deaths occurred in the Netherlands from late June to early July amid a heat wave. Older people and residents of hotter areas were particularly affected, with climate change cited as an underlying factor. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538998https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538998Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:12:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Kuomintang caucus in the Legislative Yuan launched the food safety website “Trace the Oil,” consolidating information on the distribution of tainted oil products and affected items to help the public check details and seek returns or exchanges. It also criticized the government for failing to manage food safety and called for the premier to step down and take responsibility. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538997https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538997Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:12:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAJurassic Park star Sam Neill has died of pneumonia at the age of 78. His agent confirmed that he had overcome lymphoma before his death, and his final works will be released in due course. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539000https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539000Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:08:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538870https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538870Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:06:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’s Ministry of Education has raised concerns about united front risks in educational exchanges with China and instructed schools to strengthen reception arrangements and screening for visits to China. The Mainland Affairs Council also urged caution about traveling to China following the disappearance of Taiwanese people. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538984https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538984Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:06:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe IEA has warned that the global economy will be hit again if disruptions to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz are not resolved within weeks. Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East could have a serious impact on energy supplies and the economies of developing countries. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538871https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538871Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:04:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA man in Taichung drove the wrong way after drinking, causing 1 death and 1 injury. Police confirmed that his blood alcohol level exceeded the legal limit and referred him for prosecution on suspicion of causing a public hazard and negligent homicide. The incident highlights the serious threat drunk driving poses to public safety. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538872https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538872Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:01:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台湾股市8月期指期货下跌366点，收盘价为45700点，与现货相比正价差75.02点。台湾股市今日收盘下跌6.61点，收于45624.98点，成交金额新台币9008.38亿元。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538882https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538882Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:00:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538873https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538873Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:00:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538755https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538755Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:59:09 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNARestoration has begun on the Yunlin County Journalists' Home, a historic building, preserving its 1960s modernist style and barrel-vaulted ceiling structure. The work is expected to be completed in May 2027, after which the site will serve as a platform for civic dialogue. The project reflects the local government's commitment to preserving cultural heritage. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538756https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538756Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:55:07 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’s Civil Aviation Administration has fined China Airlines a total of NT$130,000 for 2 violations of aviation law. The problems involved inadequate records of passenger numbers and the transportation of baggage belonging to passengers who did not board. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538757https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538757Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:55:05 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAGuy Scott, Zambia’s first white vice president, who briefly served as acting president in 2014, has died at 82. He held historical significance as a rare white leader in Africa. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538758https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538758Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:54:03 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台北股市今日小幅收跌6.61點，跌幅0.01%，成交金額達9008.38億元。市場多空交雜，八大類股表現分歧，營建與食品股上揚，泥窯與塑化股走弱。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538766https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538766Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:51:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAInvestor caution intensified following 台積電’s investor conference, and Taiwan stocks fell by more than 600 points at one stage, but ended slightly lower while holding above 45,600 points. 台積電 rose NT$30. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538767https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538767Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:49:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中聯 again concealed food safety problems, prompting Taiwan’s Food and Drug Administration to impose a fine of NT$3 million. The risks to consumer health and the loss of public trust are serious. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538768https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1538768Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:48:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPopular South Korean girl group NMIXX will return to the Taipei Dome on August 15 to throw out the first pitch for 味全龍 and give a post-game performance. As the first South Korean girl group to appear at the Taipei Dome, their return highlights their influence in the Asian market. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542704https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542704Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Japan's nighttime economy is nearing 10 trillion yen in scale. Kurashiki in Okayama has introduced lantern-lit evening tours of its historic streets. Expert Wang Fu-kai analyzes regional differences and transportation constraints, and recommends that Taiwan develop nighttime package itineraries to attract independent travelers. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542703https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542703Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The CIA director said Ukraine’s use of AI-equipped drones had reduced the average survival time of Russian soldiers on the front lines to 20–30 minutes. The remarks illustrate the significant impact of AI on modern warfare and why the United States and Europe are prioritizing technological leadership. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542705https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542705Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:58:36 +0900Taiwan風傳媒新北捷運公司公開招募93名新進人員，不限科系與年齡，部分職缺月薪最高達6萬2000元。報名至7月19日截止，顯示其擴張與智慧化轉型決心。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542706https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542706Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:58:19 +0900Taiwan風傳媒A 2026 New Taipei mayoral election poll shows Su Chiao-hui leading Lee Chuan by just 0.2%. Huang Shih-hsiu criticized her for tying herself to Shen Po-yang, saying it has hurt her election prospects and left her in a difficult position. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542707https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542707Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:58:13 +0900Taiwan風傳媒中聯油脂 was exposed for concealing multiple batches of cooking oil containing the carcinogen benzo[a]pyrene, affecting more than 1300 businesses. The government was criticized for its slow response, while an engineer mocked President Lai Ching-te for eating “no-additives” dog food. Political responsibility remains unclear. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542708https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542708Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:49:56 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan’s Ministry of Finance will introduce the “青年安心成家購屋貸款3.0” program in August 2026. It will impose age, income and property-price limits and strengthen support for households planning to marry or have children, with the aim of helping young people buy homes. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542709https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542709Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:41:02 +0900Taiwan風傳媒A Chinese man altered the national flag and country name on his Taiwan entry permit and posted it on social media. Taiwan authorities invalidated the permit and barred him from entering Taiwan. The post drew a major online reaction. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542710https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542710Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:38:52 +0900Taiwan風傳媒台湾のPTTユーザーが25年使用したエアコンの買い替えを検討し、ネット上でブランド推薦を募ったところ、日立とナショナルが『省電耐操』として最も支持された。この反応は消費者の省エネ志向と耐久性重視の動向を示している。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542711https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542711Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:32:30 +0900Taiwan風傳媒台積電公布亮眼第二季財報並上修資本支出與全年營收預期，但台股夜盤仍重挫逾700點，三大法人賣超431億元，顯示市場對AI題材過熱的疑慮。台積電持續擴張先進製程產能以因應客戶需求。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542712https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542712Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:32:26 +0900Taiwan風傳媒 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542713https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542713Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:31:52 +0900Taiwan風傳媒In the Economist Intelligence Unit’s (EIU) 2026 Global Liveability Index, Copenhagen, Denmark, ranked first for the second consecutive year. Osaka and Tokyo also made the top 10 from Japan, highlighting the improving quality of Asian cities. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542714https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542714Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒According to the Takarazuka Group of Switzerland’s “2026 Global Wealth and Lifestyle Report,” the cost of luxury living in Bangkok surged, bringing the city into the top 10 for the first time. Men’s suits, women’s shoes and MBA tuition were particularly expensive, ranking as the world’s costliest, reflecting changes in consumption among Asia’s wealthy. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542715https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542715Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:27:45 +0900Taiwan風傳媒A referendum proposed by the Kuomintang against abolishing the death penalty conflicts with a Constitutional Court ruling, creating a constitutional contradiction. Central Election Commission Chairman You Ying-lung said that although this is not a statutory ground for rejection, the commission has strongly hinted that the proposal should not pass, sparking debate over the boundaries between referendums and human rights. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542716https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542716Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:27:12 +0900Taiwan風傳媒中聯油脂 was caught concealing a batch of oil products that should have been pulled from shelves. The FDA levied a NT$3 million fine, bringing total penalties to NT$168.2 million, a record high in Taiwan’s food safety history and a sign of continued regulatory tightening. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542717https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542717Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:25:07 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Turkey is seeking to transfer its S-400 air defense system to rejoin the F-35 program. Taiwan considered buying 100 Russian Su-27 fighter jets in 1991, but abandoned the plan under US pressure and instead acquired F-16s and Mirage 2000-5 fighters. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542718https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542718Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:18:58 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan’s Executive Yuan has approved the Youth Home Loan 3.0 home-buying program, which launches on August 1 and sets age and wealth limits. A state-owned bank executive says it is unlikely to stimulate the housing market, as demand has returned to owner-occupiers. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542719https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542719Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:16:14 +0900Taiwan風傳媒TTL Biotechnology has launched its Summer Health Protection Plan, featuring S11 probiotics and deep-sea fish oil. It offers an internal and external care program for digestive and metabolic issues caused by eating out in summer, along with limited-time offers to raise consumers’ health awareness. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542720https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542720Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:03:04 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Hong Kong national security police raided 2 independent bookstores and arrested 5 people, including a woman wearing a black shirt that read “I’m a bookstore employee.” The incident highlights pressure on freedom of expression and has drawn international attention. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542721https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542721Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:00:24 +0900Taiwan風傳媒ASML has announced plans to expand its EUV and DUV production capacity by 30% by 2027 amid growing AI demand. Second-quarter 2026 revenue was 9.326 billion euros, and gross margin was 54%, both above expectations. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542722https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1542722Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:00:19 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Ministry of Finance will introduce “青安3.0” in August, offering favorable mortgage terms to newly married couples and households raising children. Tighter age, income and regional property-price limits are intended to prevent abuse and support genuine homebuyers. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539528https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539528Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒行政院主計總處公布5月薪資數據，受端午獎金影響，平均總薪資達6萬1,902元，年增7.2%。但本國籍全職員工固定薪資中位數僅3萬9,641元，顯示薪資分配不均，多數人未能感受到成長。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539527https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539527Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒A 2026 Pew Research Center poll shows that favorability toward China surpassed favorability toward the US for the first time in 25 countries, reflecting backlash against US foreign policy and a relative improvement in China’s image, with far-reaching geopolitical implications. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539529https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539529Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:56:34 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The carcinogen benzo[a]pyrene was detected again in crude oil from 中聯油脂, and authorities cited problems with sample management. The related products have already been withdrawn from sale, dealing a blow to consumer trust. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539530https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539530Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:49:03 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Central Election Commission Chairman You Ying-lung warned that if the year-end election is combined with 4 referendums, vote counting could continue until 3 a.m. He explained the review standards and acknowledged the immense pressure on election administrators. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539531https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539531Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:47:42 +0900Taiwan風傳媒10 films, including the Taiwanese classic The Dull-Ice Flower, are recommended as must-sees for Taiwanese audiences. These movies carry shared memories of Taiwan, depicting changes in society and history through stories of rural education, miners’ lives and modern families. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539532https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539532Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:45:55 +0900Taiwan風傳媒A well-known olive oil brand in Taiwan mixed in cheaper canola oil and sold it under false labeling, making more than NT$37.6 million in illicit profits over 3 years. The mother-and-son ringleaders have been indicted, and health authorities have recalled more than 8,800 kg of oil. New labeling regulations will be introduced in 2027. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539533https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539533Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:43:40 +0900Taiwan風傳媒国泰世華銀行の会長に郭明鑑氏が辞任し、84歳の陳祖培氏が再び就任。金融界の混乱を鎮め、後継者問題への対応が期待される。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539534https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539534Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:40:53 +0900Taiwan風傳媒LCY Advanced Materials broke ground on an expansion of its high-end electronic materials production line at the Huwei site of the Central Taiwan Science Park. Capacity will reach 60,000 tons in 2027, and an AI smart factory will be introduced. The move strengthens Taiwan’s self-sufficiency in upstream semiconductor materials to meet growing AI chip demand. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539535https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539535Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:31:42 +0900Taiwan風傳媒A nephrologist has warned that 5 popular traditional night-market foods can harm the kidneys, singling out star fruit juice as potentially fatal for patients with kidney failure. The doctor also described a case in which kidney function improved within 3 months. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539178https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539178Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒While the Legislative Yuan has halted cuts to public servants’ pensions, pension reductions continue to apply to retired military personnel under the old system. Lee Lai-hsi, former chairman of the National Association of Civil Servants, has called the situation unfair and demanded an explanation from the government. The issue raises important questions about the consistency of fiscal policy. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539177https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539177Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒TSMC has pushed back against ASML’s consideration of raising prices for its lithography equipment. The outcome of the price negotiations could significantly affect the semiconductor industry’s cost structure. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539179https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539179Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:29:03 +0900Taiwan風傳媒TSMC recorded operating revenue of NT$1.27 trillion and net profit of NT$706.56 billion in the second quarter of 2026. AI and mass production of 2-nanometer chips drove growth, strengthening its position as an industry leader. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539180https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539180Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:27:18 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan stocks edged down 6.61 points today, but individual shares diverged sharply. 台積電 rose NT$30, bicycle stocks collectively hit the daily limit, while passive components and IC design stocks saw widespread limit-downs, reflecting intensified capital rotation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539181https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539181Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:22:57 +0900Taiwan風傳媒 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539182https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539182Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:22:48 +0900Taiwan風傳媒TSMC reported record revenue and profit for the second quarter of 2026, driven primarily by surging AI chip demand and mass production of its 2-nanometer process. The results further consolidate its leading position in the global semiconductor industry. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539183https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539183Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:22:39 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Land Bank held a summer badminton camp for young people, promoting integrity and fraud-prevention education through sports. The initiative aims to raise awareness among young people and has significant social value. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539184https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539184Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:12:44 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Kaohsiung City Government Youth Bureau announced the launch of Kaohsiung International Youth Month, bringing together nearly 40 events across 4 themes: international exchange, career exploration, local revitalization, and music and street dance. The program encourages young people to explore themselves and broaden their international horizons. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539185https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539185Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:12:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539186https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539186Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:10:04 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Taoyuan City Government and ITRI are piloting biodegradable agricultural mulch, cutting carbon emissions by more than 60% and solving farmers’ disposal challenges while promoting sustainable agriculture. The initiative is an important demonstration project for fruit and melon-growing regions in northern Taiwan. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539187https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539187Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:08:15 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Ministry of Labor’s Taoyuan-Hsinchu-Miaoli Branch will hold a briefing on “job redesign” in Zhubei City on Aug. 11, 2026. It will support the retention of middle-aged and older workers and provide companies with an annual subsidy of 100,000 yen. The issue is highly important. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539188https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539188Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:07:43 +0900Taiwan風傳媒A wheelchair obstacle course was held at Si Si Nan Cun in Taipei to promote equal access to sports. 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The first such initiative nationwide, the “Hainan model” is drawing attention for its use of renewable energy and the island’s geographical advantages. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539190https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260716-15/index-en-p6.html#n1539190Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The carcinogenic oil issue involving 中聯油脂 affected 全家 and 7-11, but 義美 won more than 70,000 supporters by disclosing information swiftly. 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