AI News 180m Report｜2026-07-18 18:00–21:00 JSThttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 60 items from 3 sources; Japan, 25 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en Uganda school bus overturns, killing 24; authorities suspend all nationwide off-campus school activitieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591474https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591474Sat, 18 Jul 2026 20:49:14 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Penghu agricultural products exhibition and sale showcases local, seasonal foodhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591475https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591475Sat, 18 Jul 2026 20:49:12 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 藍智庫 drafts Food Safety Act amendments; businesses should report abnormalities within 24 hourshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591473https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591473Sat, 18 Jul 2026 20:40:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Lin Ching-yi criticizes political maneuvering; Taichung City Government urges reflection on how to work with local communitieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591471https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591471Sat, 18 Jul 2026 20:26:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA US lawmakers write to the SEC, urge limits on US capital flows to Chinese military companieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591470https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591470Sat, 18 Jul 2026 20:19:06 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA China detains Czech citizen; Czech media say hostage diplomacy is being used as a bargaining chiphttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591468https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591468Sat, 18 Jul 2026 20:10:03 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Japan’s secondary cities become popular as Taiwanese travelers embrace immersive, slow-paced tripshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591467https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591467Sat, 18 Jul 2026 20:06:01 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Huang Shijie launches policy forums in 13 districts; first stops in Pingzhen and Dayuan to hear public opinionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591466https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591466Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:57:59 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Laos: Cause of death undetermined in 2024 suspected fake-alcohol deaths of foreign touristshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591343https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591343Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:52:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Man suspected of spreading false food safety information fails to secure bail, placed under house restrictionshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591339https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591339Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:50:54 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 外交部無人機國際學院 signs cooperation letter of intent in Japan to promote a non-red supply chainhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591340https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591340Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:50:52 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA One wall, two worlds: Taiwanese volunteers see hope for education in a Philippine slumhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591341https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591341Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:49:50 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Hsu Wan-yun takes on the libero role for 台灣女排, looks forward to the Nagoya Asian Gameshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591342https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591342Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:48:48 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Germany raises security alert to high-threat level; attack risks must be guarded against at all timeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591338https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591338Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:43:46 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Czech lawmaker urges parliament speaker to cancel China visit, calls for China travel warninghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591333https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591333Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:27:43 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Cho Jung-tai calls for lot numbers to be rechecked; Hou You-yi: Don’t dismiss frontline workers’ effortshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591334https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591334Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:26:41 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Song Po-han advances to home run derby final with 5 homers, helped by brother Song Chia-hsiang pitching; result better than expectedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591332https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591332Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:17:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATainan 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. Volunteers help clear more than 27 tons of recyclables from home of woman living alone in Tainanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591326https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591326Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:10:37 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Wang Cheng-shun advances in home run derby; Hirano Keiichi’s fall while bringing water draws attentionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591325https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591325Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:01:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Another shark attack reported in Australia; diver injured off 塔斯馬尼亞https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591202https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591202Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:52:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Intermittent rain in southern areas on the 19th; watch for tropical disturbances next weekhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591203https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591203Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:51:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Not just “Only Red Flowers Bloom”: BBC traces history of banned books under Hong Kong’s national security lawhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591199https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591199Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:50:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Iraqi prime minister returns from US with 48 agreements, seeks economic revival amid Middle East conflicthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591200https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591200Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:50:26 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 北韓外長崔善姬訪問俄羅斯 將與拉夫羅夫會談https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591201https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591201Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:49:24 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Cho Jung-tai and Han Kuo-yu back the All-Star Game; Tsai Chi-chang: Support for baseball transcends political colorshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591198https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591198Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:44:22 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Overflow timing at the Wanli River landslide-dammed lake fluctuates; shelters allow people to go out when conditions permithttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591197https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591197Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:39:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 中聯油品 case: Taichung expands testing to 45 samples, tracking 210 downstream businesseshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591193https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591193Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:26:54 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA FIFA president addresses 聯合國 meeting, praises World Cup for successfully uniting the worldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591194https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591194Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:21:52 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Food Safety Act amended in 中聯油脂 case; laboratories must report within 24 hourshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591195https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591195Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:21:50 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 彰化市永樂街透天厝火警 6旬男葬身火窟https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591191https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591191Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:19:48 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Heavy rain alert for Nantou and Yunlin; localized heavy rain from Miaoli southward, and in Yilan, Hualien and Penghuhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591192https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591192Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:17:46 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Travel inconvenience insurance claims retroactive to April; lodging costs for typhoon-stranded travelers overseas covered up to 1.2 times the original amounthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591190https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591190Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:14:44 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA India's privately developed orbital launch vehicle makes maiden flight, vying for a share of the commercial launch markethttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591179https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591179Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:06:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Paving the way for Xi Jinping's US visit; analyst says Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu has a bright futurehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591180https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591180Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:02:37 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Huang Wei-che heads north to promote Tainan mangoes, praises Taoyuan's astonishing consumer spendinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591178https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591178Sat, 18 Jul 2026 17:55:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATainan 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. Wanli Creek landslide-dammed lake expected to overflow by noon on the 19th, earlier than forecasthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591053https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591053Sat, 18 Jul 2026 17:54:33 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Sun Yi-lei returns to the top team, throws a scoreless 1 inning at 155 km/h as the Fighters beat Orixhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591054https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591054Sat, 18 Jul 2026 17:54:31 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Iran retaliates for US airstrikes, attacks Kuwait's 2nd power and desalination planthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591055https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591055Sat, 18 Jul 2026 17:52:29 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA [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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591472https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591472Sat, 18 Jul 2026 20:22:17 +0900JapanPR TIMES 「Apex Legends」大規模カジュアルイベント『えぺまつり NEON NIGHT -Apex Legends × Cyberpunk Event-』開催【7月23日19:00配信】https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591469https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591469Sat, 18 Jul 2026 20:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Professional card game team EMBERZ launches a Duel Masters division. 5 top players join the team.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591465https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591465Sat, 18 Jul 2026 20:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【ねくすとぴあ】新人男性ライバー3名がデビュー！5期生ユニット「Proto-Tellers」結成＆8月8日(土)20:00より初配信決定！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591464https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591464Sat, 18 Jul 2026 20:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES [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>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591336https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591336Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES “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 romancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591337https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591337Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:32:45 +0900JapanPR TIMES [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 attendeeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591335https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591335Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:17:13 +0900JapanPR TIMES Prediction-based rewards app あてぽ to hold the “あてぽ 1 Million Yen Challenge” with 光りりあ, 妹尾りつ and セリチャンhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591331https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591331Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES [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 backhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591330https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591330Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES PV and special website released for Part Five of the main story of the handsome-actor development game A3!（エースリー）https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591329https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591329Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591328https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591328Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591327https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591327Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES ＝LOVE to appear live on TBS's “Music Day 2026,” performing “とくべチュ、して” and “超特急逃走中” in a special medley!!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591324https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591324Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:54:28 +0900JapanPR TIMES 七輪焼肉 安安 to hold its “Summer Beer Fair”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591196https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591196Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:26:54 +0900JapanPR TIMES Hong Kong film Love Lies director Ho Miu-kei visits Sapporo! “Return to the filming locations” 3 years later, on July 7, the same date filming wrappedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591181https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591181Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:06:55 +0900JapanPR TIMES [Event report] Sampling event for Iris's highly carbonated water brand CRYSTALSPARK (Crystal Spark), “CRYSTAL SPARK Refreshing Splash‼” heldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591182https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591182Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:01:25 +0900JapanPR TIMES Report on the opening-day stage greeting on Friday, July 17, marking the release of the film Childhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591189https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591189Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Key visual released for the latest installment in the original stage series “レタステ”: “Dear You, My Beloved Wizard - lapis lazuli -”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591188https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591188Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 5th anniversary marks a return to its roots for 2.5D idol group すたぽら. Music video for “Flying Get” released from its cover album!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591187https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591187Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591186https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591186Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 Investmenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591185https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591185Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES “Gothic wa Mahou Otome: Sign the Contract Already!”: “4th Real Score Tournament -KING of MASTERS-” to be held Nov. 21 (Sat.)!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591184https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591184Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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.)!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591183https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591183Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 18https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591176https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591176Sat, 18 Jul 2026 17:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES [2026 Survey] “Aichi Souvenirs” Named by 342 People Nationwide: Piyorin Takes No. 1https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591177https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591177Sat, 18 Jul 2026 17:46:50 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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” crisishttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591404https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591404Sat, 18 Jul 2026 20:00:00 +0900Taiwan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 landscapehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591405https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591405Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:50:00 +0900Taiwan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 Augusthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591406https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591406Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:48:16 +0900Taiwan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 weekhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591407https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591407Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:47:46 +0900Taiwan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 overnighthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591408https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591408Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:37:14 +0900Taiwan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 heritagehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591409https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591409Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:33:06 +0900Taiwan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. 松菸變身永續樂園 親子玩出生活韌性https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591410https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591410Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:30:11 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 textshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591411https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591411Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:29:04 +0900Taiwan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 hospitalityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591412https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591412Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:26:58 +0900Taiwan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”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591413https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591413Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:02:45 +0900Taiwan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 actionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591264https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591264Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:53:58 +0900Taiwan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 leveragehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591265https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591265Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:15:41 +0900Taiwan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 yuanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591266https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591266Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:12:36 +0900Taiwan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 outcomehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591267https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591267Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:01:11 +0900Taiwan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 themhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591116https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591116Sat, 18 Jul 2026 17:32:55 +0900Taiwan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. 年營收縮水逾3成！宜家中國為何關閉拋售「黃金地段」賣場？https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591117https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591117Sat, 18 Jul 2026 17:25:12 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591118https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591118Sat, 18 Jul 2026 17:05:31 +0900Taiwan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” onehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591344https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591344Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:10:07 +0900Taiwan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 Bahrainhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591204https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591204Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:10:02 +0900Taiwan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 monthhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591205https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591205Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:07:35 +0900Taiwan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”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591056https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591056Sat, 18 Jul 2026 17:40:05 +0900Taiwan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 markethttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591057https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260718-18/index-en.html#n1591057Sat, 18 Jul 2026 17:10:03 +0900Taiwan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.