Song Po-han advances to home run derby final with 5 homers, helped by brother Song Chia-hsiang pitching; result better than expected
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Tainan Steel Eagles infielder Song Po-han hit 5 home runs with help from his older brother Song Chia-hsiang, advancing to tomorrow’s CPBL All-Star Home Run Derby final.
Facts
Infielder Song Po-han of 台鋼雄鷹隊 took part in the CPBL All-Star Home Run Derby.
Song Po-han’s older brother Song Chia-hsiang, who plays for 樂天桃猿隊, pitched to him.
Song Po-han hit 5 home runs in the derby to advance to the final.
Intermittent rain in southern areas on the 19th; watch for tropical disturbances next week
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Facts
Temperatures will generally range from 32 to 35 degrees Celsius
Plains or river valleys north of Taoyuan, near mountains in central and southern Taiwan, and in the Hualien Valley could see temperatures above 36 degrees
Travel inconvenience insurance claims retroactive to April; lodging costs for typhoon-stranded travelers overseas covered up to 1.2 times the original amount
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Maximum compensation reaches 120%
The originally scheduled final night's accommodation was 4,000 yuan
The daily lodging reimbursement limit can be raised to 4,800 yuan
Huang Wei-che heads north to promote Tainan mangoes, praises Taoyuan's astonishing consumer spending
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Tainan Mayor Huang Wei-che held an agricultural products promotion event in Taoyuan City. He promoted sales of Tainan products, including high-quality mangoes, and carried out community contribution activities.
Facts
Tainan Mayor Huang Wei-che attends the “Tainan Summer Mango Festival” at 遠東百貨 in Taoyuan City
Tainan mango production is up 3割 this year
A total of 13 Tainan specialty agricultural brands took part
[Okayama University] The garden at Okayama University's Tsushima Campus, known as the “Okayama University Grounds (Infantry Officers' Clubhouse) Garden,” has been designated a National Registered Monument (historic site category) — the university plans to apply to register another site on the same campus next fiscal year.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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June 19, 2026
Tsushima-naka 3-1-1, Kita-ku, Okayama City, Okayama Prefecture 700-8530
[TAC Public Servant Exam Prep] Held at TAC Omiya School on Tuesday, July 28! “2027 Public Servant Exam Orientation for the Saitama and Tokyo Areas” <Free admission>
“Romance comes first” was the answer for just 10%. In addition, about 30% are open to “limited-term romance” — new relationships that leave out the “weight” of romance
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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About 1 in 10 people ranked romance as their top priority
“Hobbies and personal growth” 38.0%
“Romance and partnerships” ranked last at 9.9%
30.6% said, “I'm not thinking about romance or marriage”
More than 2,000 users have already joined the beta version
[New feature] Payment functionality added to Event Lead PLUS（ELP）, a venue-exclusive QR code and digital gacha service! Makes limited-edition gacha available for purchase only to event attendees
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Facts
Event participation rate: approximately 1.3–1.8 times
Purchase rate from venue-exclusive promotions: approximately 1.2–1.6 times
Companies mentioned：株式会社ゼロプレイス、Event Lead PLUS（ELP）
[Amazon time sale] The P12PLUS with Android 16 is about 29% off. The 12.2-inch, 2.4K, 120Hz-compatible tablet costs ¥32,900, with 2x Amazon Points back
Rindoko Family Farm and 新潟県新発田市 to hold their first collaboration fair on Sunday, July 19! Promoting the region's appeal with local specialties “Shibata Beef” and “Shibata Rice”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Event date: Sunday, July 19, 2026
Home to the largest number of alpacas in Japan (more than 150)
The September 2026 issue of Ray goes on sale Thursday, July 23! The regular edition features 美空一ノ瀬 of 乃木坂46 on her first solo Ray cover, while the special edition features Hayato Sano of M!LK!
[Event report] Sampling event for Iris's highly carbonated water brand CRYSTALSPARK (Crystal Spark), “CRYSTAL SPARK Refreshing Splash‼” held
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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On July 18, 2026, Iris held a sampling event for its highly carbonated water brand CRYSTAL SPARK, “CRYSTAL SPARK (Crystal Spark) Refreshing Splash‼,” at Soramachi Hiroba on the 1st floor of Tokyo Skytree Town®.
Minority Shareholders.com’s Yutaka Yamanaka discusses the 4th installment of “Forbes Georgia’s 100 Richest”: Webinar on “What Ibrahim Sharikadze Can Teach Us About the Global Franchise Strategy That Spread a China-Born Brand Across Georgia”
Minority Shareholders.com’s Yutaka Yamanaka discusses the 5th installment of “Forbes Georgia’s 100 Richest”: Giorgi Jordania—Behind the Real Estate Bubble, He Holds the “Cement and Concrete” Industry; A 40% Minority Shareholder Proves the Case for Infrastructure Investment
A youth romantic comedy woven with a childhood friend who used to be a “male friend”: Blu-ray BOX of “The Beautiful, Demure Girl at My New School Turned Out to Be the Childhood Friend I Used to Play With, Thinking She Was a Boy” to be released Nov. 27, 2026 (Fri.)!
Works by creators with disabilities arrive at Gyokurin-in, a nationally designated Important Cultural Property at Daitokuji Temple in Kyoto. Suu to.’s special exhibition “silent warmth” opens July 18
After Work International》Could 台積電's biggest rival be itself? US plants compete for orders, Taiwan chips forced to discount; Shih Chun-chi warns of “left hand fighting right hand” crisis
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
台積電 is expanding its US investment to $265 billion. Former deputy minister Shih Chun-chi warns that Taiwan chips could face a pricing disadvantage because of Taiwan Strait risks, creating internal competition in which the “left hand fights the right hand.”
Chen Kuo-hsiang's view: The return of global conservative economics—reshaping the state's role and a new competitive landscape
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Major economies are returning to conservative economics, emphasizing state-led industrial policy and security-focused supply chain restructuring, reshaping the global competitive landscape.
A tipsy night by the Love River! 70 brands and international bartenders gather as the Kaohsiung Xiong Hi Cocktail Festival kicks off in late August
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Kaohsiung City Government Tourism Bureau will host the “Kaohsiung Xiong Hi Cocktail Festival” from Aug. 29 to 30, 2026. More than 70 brands and international bartenders will take part, aiming to boost the nighttime economy and strengthen the city’s brand.
Tomorrow's weather: Is a new typhoon about to form? Make the most of the fine weather! Change in conditions ahead, with “6 days of heavy rain”; the weather agency's outlook for next week
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan can expect thunderstorms in the central and southern regions and high temperatures islandwide this weekend, with a risk of brief torrential rain in mountainous areas. The weather agency warns that a new typhoon could form late next week and says developments from Guam to the South China Sea should be closely monitored.
Soaring over Cijin! A 35-meter giant whale makes its debut; the 2026 Cijin Wind Festival opens July 25, inviting you to enjoy summer and stay overnight
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Kaohsiung City Government Tourism Bureau will hold a kite festival in Cijin starting July 25, 2026. A giant 35-meter whale kite will make its debut in Taiwan, promoting summer vacation trips for families. The event is an important tourism showcase for the appeal of the port city.
TAKAO Fengchao series kicks off! Pan-Atayal Culture Festival makes its debut, showcasing the strength of cultural heritage
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Kaohsiung City Indigenous Peoples Commission held the first Pan-Atayal Culture Festival, showcasing the cultures of the Truku, Seediq and Atayal peoples and the achievements of young people in carrying on their heritage. The event marked the launch of the TAKAO Fengchao series and is significant for promoting culture.
The 3rd “Sustainable Good Days” event was held at Songshan Cultural and Creative Park under the theme of “everyday resilience.” It brought together nearly 30 companies and family activities to promote the integration of sustainability into family life, with considerable social and educational value.
No internet access? Take note! 2026 Urban Resilience Exercises: speed-limit periods across “all 14 counties and cities” at a glance; phones will be limited to calls and texts
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan will conduct “Urban Resilience (Air Defense) Drills” in 2026, temporarily restricting mobile networks in 14 counties and cities so that only calls and SMS are available. Advance preparation is important.
Hsinchu's first Indigenous Urban Carnival kicks off in full swing; Yang Wen-ke invites everyone to buy peaches and experience Indigenous hospitality
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Hsinchu County held its first “Indigenous City Carnival,” where County Magistrate Yang Wen-ke urged people to support Indigenous farmers by buying peaches. The fusion of traditional culture with AI, AR and VR technology drew attention.
Did Chien Shu-pei request 100,000 records to avenge her aide? KMT councilor mocks her: “I've been in politics for 20 years and still can't see her taillights”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taipei City Councilor Chien Shu-pei was criticized for requesting 100,000 records over a parking ticket issued to her aide, allegedly in retaliation. Mayor Chiang Wan-an engaged in a heated argument with her, while KMT councilor Wang Chih-ping condemned the move as bullying, highlighting tensions between councilors' oversight powers and the administrative burden.
PNG unilaterally closes Taiwan office; Lin Chia-lung issues stern warning: review purchases of 1 million tons of natural gas and take necessary action
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Papua New Guinea unilaterally declared the closure of Taiwan’s representative office. Taiwan protested and said it would review its procurement of more than 1.2 million tons of natural gas annually. Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung warned of countermeasures.
AI capital spending to blame? Semiconductor sector's “perfect demand” narrative fades as Goldman Sachs warns of excessive market leverage
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A continued slump in AI-related stocks has raised concerns about excessive investment and high valuations. A Chinese startup unveiled a high-performance AI model, prompting questions about the rationale for capital spending in the industry.
全聯 slashes the price of “1 fruit” to just 1 yuan! A look at supermarket deals, including buy 1 get 1 free on bananas and potatoes for 9 yuan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwanese retailers are rolling out weekend-only sales ahead of the 2026 World Cup. 全聯 and 大全聯 are offering steep discounts on fruit and meat, with buy-one-get-one-free bananas and 9-yuan items also available.
2026 World Cup》Neither France nor England wants to play in the third-place match! This 1 team will field a “brand-new lineup”; 2 key factors could decide the outcome
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
France will face England in the 2026 World Cup third-place match, the final game of Didier Deschamps' 14-year tenure as coach. Although players from both sides say they do not want to play, the Golden Boot battle between Kylian Mbappé and Harry Kane is still drawing considerable attention.
Formaldehyde found in Hsinchu specialty food! Toxic rice noodles reach stores: “4 products across 7 batches” urgently recalled; how to return them
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Formaldehyde, a carcinogenic substance, was detected in rice vermicelli from Hsinchu City’s 明好企業社, prompting an emergency recall of 4 products across 7 lots. Consumer protection efforts and administrative action are underway.
IKEA China is selling 8 store locations in its largest asset disposal since entering the Chinese market. The move comes amid cost optimization and a strategic shift, with declining sales also a factor.
“Double standard” in prosecutors' handling of cases? 中聯油脂 case appeal delayed for days; Chen Hui-wen mocks them: “They moved with lightning speed in Ko Wen-je's case”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Veteran media personality Chen Hui-wen criticized prosecutors for delaying an appeal in the 中聯油脂 carcinogenic oil case, contrasting it with their swift handling of the Ko Wen-je case and questioning whether the justice system applies a double standard. Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an called for an appeal, prompting accusations of political maneuvering.
iPhone 18 Pro rumored to get 12 major upgrades! Report says it will feature 台積電's 2-nanometer A20 Pro chip, drop “two” colors and add “this” one
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
With Apple’s fall announcement event approaching, the iPhone 18 Pro series is reportedly set to receive 12 major upgrades. These include improved processor performance, an enhanced camera system, upgraded communications technology and changes to the device’s exterior design.
US-Iran conflict escalates again! Iran attacks US military bases in Kuwait and Bahrain
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Iran retaliated for U.S. airstrikes by attacking U.S. military bases in Kuwait and Bahrain. The situation in the Middle East has deteriorated sharply, heightening international concern.
Trump post offers “priority access”; Financial Times: plan to sell it for $100,000 a month
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Trump Media is selling an API for $100,000 a month that can access posts by Trump a few milliseconds earlier. Financial institutions could use it for market forecasting, as part of a monetization strategy.
A cash cow for Trump? Truth Social posts reportedly offered with priority access for a monthly fee of $100,000; Wall Street stunned, calling it a disguised “transaction tax”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Former President Donald Trump’s TMTG is offering Wall Street a paid API that prioritizes delivery of Truth Social posts, for up to $100,000 a month. Monetization by leveraging its influence on markets is advancing, drawing ethical criticism.
The “DeepSeek moment” returns! China's Moonshot AI Kimi K3 sends US stocks tumbling, while the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index falls into a bear market
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Kimi K3, unveiled by Chinese AI startup 月之暗面, has drawn attention for its high performance and low resource requirements, triggering selling in U.S. semiconductor stocks. The 費半指数 entered a bear market, heightening doubts about AI investment.