# AI News 180m Report｜2026-07-19 18:00–21:00 JST

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 58 items from 3 sources; Japan, 22 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 15-year-old Taiwanese cello prodigy Chen Yang-yu wins the Singapore International Music Competition

- Published: 2026-07-19T20:51:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202607190182.aspx
- anchor: #n1604211
- Companies mentioned: 新加坡南洋藝術學院（NAFA）

Facts:
- Competitors from 16 countries took part in this year's Singapore International Music Competition
- A total of 364 contestants across different instrument categories competed in the finals
- Chen Yang-yu competed in the 16-to-18 age group
- 9 performers were ultimately selected

## AI fortune-telling gives singer Anson Chen a 70% chance of romance; he admits he is single and hopes to focus on his career first

- Published: 2026-07-19T20:47:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202607190181.aspx
- anchor: #n1604209
- Companies mentioned: Ozone

Facts:
- There is a 70% chance of finding romance

## Teenagers in Jieyang, Guangdong, abuse a dog; global campaign rallies in support of “Wangwang”

- Published: 2026-07-19T20:41:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202607190180.aspx
- anchor: #n1604210
- Companies mentioned: 英國廣播公司（BBC）、小紅書、抖音、Threads、中央社

Facts:
- 4 teenagers in Jieyang, Guangdong
- Spent NT$30,000
- Under 14 years old

## Water level at Wanlixi landslide-dammed lake continues to rise; sunny-weather overflow expected to remain within river channel

- Published: 2026-07-19T20:34:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202607190179.aspx
- anchor: #n1604205
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、林業及自然保育署、中華防災學會、陽明交大

Facts:
- Its effects may last 1 or 2 hours

## 民進黨 holds Central Review Committee election; Legislator Chiu Chih-wei named chair

- Published: 2026-07-19T20:31:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202607190178.aspx
- anchor: #n1604204
- Companies mentioned: 民進黨

Facts:
- 13 people registered to run for the Central Review Committee
- 11 members are to be elected

## Additional funding for repairs to Pingtung's Linbian swimming pool fails to pass; stalled project raises concerns

- Published: 2026-07-19T20:08:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202607190177.aspx
- anchor: #n1604198
- Companies mentioned: 林邊鄉立游泳池、林邊向前行、中央社

Facts:
- The swimming pool repair project was originally budgeted at more than NT$41.27 million
- The adjustment added about NT$7.42 million in funding
- The township office has more than NT$100 million in surplus funds

## Taipei City investigator found dead in office; prosecutors conduct examination and await CT scan to determine cause of death

- Published: 2026-07-19T20:06:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202607190176.aspx
- anchor: #n1604197
- Companies mentioned: 台北市調查處、台北地檢署、台北市消防局

Facts:
- About 60 years old

## KMT youth fast in protest over food safety; Cheng Li-wun visits in the rain to express concern

- Published: 2026-07-19T19:40:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202607190175.aspx
- anchor: #n1604076
- Companies mentioned: 國民黨、中聯油脂、台北市

Facts:
- Expected to continue through the march on the 25th
- Starting at 5 p.m. on the 25th

## Russia unleashes barrage of ballistic missiles on Kyiv, one of the largest attacks since the war began

- Published: 2026-07-19T19:35:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202607190174.aspx
- anchor: #n1604072
- Companies mentioned: Volodymyr Zelenskyy、Vitali Klitschko、CNN

Facts:
- At least 1 person dead
- 16 injured
- 41 missiles of various types
- 3 people were seriously injured

## Heavy evening rain hits 4 Taipei districts; Disaster Response Center activates Level 3 response

- Published: 2026-07-19T19:34:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202607190173.aspx
- anchor: #n1604073

Facts:
- The highest hourly rainfall reached 72.5 millimeters in Zhongshan District
- These 4 districts could receive 80 millimeters in the next 1 hour

## 民進黨 Central Executive Committee election: New Tide faction wins 9 seats, biggest winner; 湧言會 gets only 2

- Published: 2026-07-19T19:30:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202607190172.aspx
- anchor: #n1604070
- Companies mentioned: 民進黨、新潮流系、湧言會、英系、正國會、綠色友誼連線、蘇系、民主活水、陳亭妃系統、陳其邁系統

Facts:
- 35 people registered to run
- 30 Central Executive Committee seats
- The New Tide faction won 9 Central Executive Committee seats
- 英系 won 4 Central Executive Committee seats
- 正國會 won 4 seats
- 綠色友誼連線 won 3 seats
- 蘇系 won 3 Central Executive Committee seats
- 民主活水 won 2 seats
- 立委陳亭妃系統拿下2席
- 陳其邁系統 won the Central Executive Committee seat held by Kaohsiung City Councilor Li Yu-ting
- Keelung City Councilor Cheng Wen-ting received only 14 votes in the Central Executive Committee election

## Man illegally drives into Taichung bus lane, causing bus to crash into station; 4 injured

- Published: 2026-07-19T19:29:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202607190171.aspx
- anchor: #n1604071
- Companies mentioned: 台中市消防局、台中市警察局第一分局

Facts:
- A total of 4 people were injured and taken to hospital
- Fines of NT$600 to NT$1,800

## 戴曉君唱亮台灣山水 溫哥華音樂節觀眾大受震撼

- Published: 2026-07-19T19:24:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202607190170.aspx
- anchor: #n1604069
- Companies mentioned: 戴曉君、溫哥華民俗音樂節、Vancouver Folk Music Festival、Unanasi、Suzan、Sarah、Bia、Martin、Kristin Fung、Corbin Murdoch、梅鐸、華山玉石音樂節

Facts:
- 台灣雖小，卻有近270座百岳
- 溫哥華民俗音樂節 has a history of 49 years

## Facebook and Instagram both suffer widespread outages; web and app versions experience problems

- Published: 2026-07-19T19:18:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ait/202607190169.aspx
- anchor: #n1604068
- Companies mentioned: Meta、Facebook、Instagram、Downdetector

Facts:
- Facebook users in the United States filed a total of 4,808 outage reports
- 63% of users were unable to access the website
- Instagram users in the United States filed a total of 2,829 reports of problems using the app

## Hsinchu County mountain areas brace for heavy rain; downpours possible north of Taichung and south of Chiayi

- Published: 2026-07-19T19:09:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202607190168.aspx
- anchor: #n1604062
- Companies mentioned: 中央氣象署

Facts:
- Mountain areas of Hsinchu County could see localized heavy rain or torrential rain

## Sudden neurological symptoms may be mistaken for a stroke; doctor reveals key emergency response

- Published: 2026-07-19T18:59:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202607190167.aspx
- anchor: #n1604059
- Companies mentioned: 聯電

Facts:
- Call 119 immediately

## BWF Japan Open: Sindhu claims title, ending championship drought

- Published: 2026-07-19T18:58:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202607190166.aspx
- anchor: #n1604060
- Companies mentioned: BWF、Nippon TV、法新社、印度勒克瑙、塞伊德莫迪羽球國際賽、新德里、歐洲羽球錦標賽、德國公開賽、香港

Facts:
- Defeated world No. 3 Akane Yamaguchi 21-17, 21-17
- World No. 5 French player Christo Popov defeated home player Watanabe Koki 21-11, 21-19

## Players from Europe's Big Five leagues dominate World Cup; share continues to rise from the round of 32

- Published: 2026-07-19T18:58:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202607190165.aspx
- anchor: #n1604061
- Companies mentioned: 英格蘭足球超級聯賽、德國甲級足球聯賽、西班牙甲級足球聯賽、義大利甲級足球聯賽、法國甲級足球聯賽、國際足球總會、FIFA

Facts:
- A total of 48 teams
- 1,248 players
- They accounted for 37% of players across all 48 competing teams
- The Premier League had 154 players named to World Cup squads
- 94 from the Bundesliga
- 法甲77人
- 73 from La Liga
- 66 from Serie A
- A total of 784 from other countries' leagues
- Players from the Big Five leagues accounted for 50% of all players in the round of 32
- The share rose to 56% upon reaching the round of 16
- 8強增至79%
- 4強更達91%
- The share of players from the Big Five leagues dipped slightly to 88%
- 211 member associations of 國際足球總會 (FIFA)

## Rainfall expected to be most significant on 7/20 in the coming week; northern and central mountain areas brace for heavy rain

- Published: 2026-07-19T18:53:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202607190164.aspx
- anchor: #n1603938
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、交通部中央氣象署

Facts:
- Highs of around 32 to 35 degrees Celsius across the country
- Localized temperatures above 36 degrees are still possible in greater Taipei, near mountains in central and southern Taiwan, and the East Rift Valley

## Multi-vehicle crash in Taichung kills 1; woman suspected of drug-impaired driving faces prosecution

- Published: 2026-07-19T18:45:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202607190163.aspx
- anchor: #n1603936
- Companies mentioned: 衛生福利部豐原醫院、台灣台中地方檢察署、交通警察大隊

Facts:
- 1 motorcyclist died from serious injuries
- 6 people injured and taken to hospital
- A 45-year-old woman surnamed Liu was driving a car
- A 39-year-old man surnamed Hou
- A 37-year-old man surnamed Zuo
- A 27-year-old woman surnamed Fu
- A 42-year-old man surnamed Liao
- A 43-year-old man surnamed Lin
- A 63-year-old man surnamed Zhong

## Economic Affairs Ministry rebuts warning from 季辛格, says Taiwan's energy and supply chain resilience is strong

- Published: 2026-07-19T18:40:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202607190162.aspx
- anchor: #n1603937
- Companies mentioned: 英特爾、Intel、季辛格、Pat Gelsinger、台電、台電公司

Facts:
- The reserve margin remained above 6% throughout the year
- There were 342 days with a reserve margin above 10%, indicating ample power supply
- Average annual growth in electricity demand is about 2.5%

## Ground operations at Songshan Airport suspended amid thunderstorms; some flights may be delayed

- Published: 2026-07-19T18:39:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202607190161.aspx
- anchor: #n1603933
- Companies mentioned: 松山機場、中央氣象署、交通部民用航空局、民航局

Facts:
- Ground operations at 松山機場 were suspended starting at 5:24 p.m.

## SEGA opens Beijing store; Japanese IPs remain popular despite China-Japan tensions

- Published: 2026-07-19T18:39:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202607190160.aspx
- anchor: #n1603934
- Companies mentioned: SEGA、史克威爾艾尼克斯（SQUARE ENIX）

Facts:
- The market for related merchandise is reportedly expected to reach 200 billion yuan by 2025
- China's emotional economy market grew from 1.6 trillion yuan in 2022 to 1.9 trillion yuan in 2023
- It reached 2.3 trillion yuan in 2024
- It reached 2.7 trillion yuan in 2025
- It is expected to exceed 4.5 trillion yuan in 2029

## Japan plans nautical charts for 5 waters in Southeast Asia, preparing alternative routes and strengthening maritime security

- Published: 2026-07-19T18:27:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202607190159.aspx
- anchor: #n1603931
- Companies mentioned: 日本外務省、讀賣新聞、政府開發援助（ODA）

Facts:
- Map 5 sea areas in high resolution
- Each sea area covers about 100 square kilometers
- The budget is about 400 million yen per sea area
- The 5 sites will cost about 2 billion yen in total
- 有超過8成從中東運往日本的原油油輪會行經該處

## Canadian premier hits back at Trump’s criticism of wildfire response，suggests lumber tariff exemption could help

- Published: 2026-07-19T18:27:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202607190158.aspx
- anchor: #n1603932
- Companies mentioned: 加拿大自然資源署

Facts:
- Nearly 2.85 million hectares of land in Canada have burned so far
- 當地仍有65萬5000公頃林地正在燃燒
- 69 new wildfires reported
- Bringing the total to 955

## Chang Ching-sen questions half-year closure for construction at Yilan’s Matcha Mountain，offers NT$1 million bonus to speed up work

- Published: 2026-07-19T18:19:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202607190157.aspx
- anchor: #n1603928
- Companies mentioned: Facebook

Facts:
- He is willing to donate NT$1 million as a bonus for completing the work ahead of schedule
- A small project costing NT$3 million
- Completed before the end of July

## 阿根廷 and 西班牙 prepare for World Cup final as 梅西 hopes to make history with back-to-back titles

- Published: 2026-07-19T18:19:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202607190156.aspx
- anchor: #n1603929
- Companies mentioned: 阿根廷、西班牙、梅西、Lionel Messi、斯卡洛尼、Lionel Scaloni、羅德里、Rodri Hernandez、川普、薛恩鮑姆、Claudia Sheinbaum、卡尼、Mark Carney、大都會人壽體育場、MetLife Stadium

Facts:
- 梅西（Lionel Messi）is 39 years old
- 梅西 led 阿根廷 to victory at the 2022 Qatar World Cup
- 阿根廷 has won the World Cup 3 times
- 西班牙 has been nearly flawless throughout the tournament，conceding just 1 goal in 7 matches
- The World Cup final will kick off at 3 p.m. U.S. time today

## Lin Chia-lung to visit Germany in June，visit 霍恩舍豪森紀念館 and highlight Taiwan-Germany connections

- Published: 2026-07-19T18:19:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202607190155.aspx
- anchor: #n1603930
- Companies mentioned: 霍恩舍豪森紀念館、史塔西、國家人權博物館白色恐怖景美紀念園區、白色恐怖綠島紀念園區

Facts:
- 39th anniversary of the lifting of martial law in Taiwan

## Art as a language：Migrant workers gather to share cultural memories

- Published: 2026-07-19T18:15:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202607190143.aspx
- anchor: #n1603927
- Companies mentioned: 国立新竹生活美学馆

## Woman found dead in rented home in Hsinchu City；prosecutors seek boyfriend’s detention

- Published: 2026-07-19T18:11:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202607190142.aspx
- anchor: #n1603920
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、新竹地檢署、新竹地方法院、新竹市警察局第三分局、犯罪被害人保護協會新竹分會

Facts:
- 49-year-old man surnamed Chi
- 44-year-old woman surnamed Liu
- 2 mobile phones
- 1 set of methamphetamine paraphernalia

## 體操協會 rewards Asian Championships performance of 1 gold and 2 bronze medals，hopes to carry momentum into the Asian Games

- Published: 2026-07-19T17:59:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202607190141.aspx
- anchor: #n1603919
- Companies mentioned: 體操協會、運動部、中央社

Facts:
- Taiwan’s men’s team won 1 gold and 2 bronze medals
- Taiwan’s men’s team fielded its strongest lineup；in the first-day team event，Tang Chia-hung，Lee Chih-kai，Hung Yuan-hsi，Chuang Chia-lung and Hsiao Yu-jan teamed up to finish 5th
- They were just 3.7 points behind 3rd-place South Korea

## Strong convective cloud development prompts heavy-rain alert for mountain areas of Hsinchu County

- Published: 2026-07-19T17:58:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202607190140.aspx
- anchor: #n1603916
- Companies mentioned: 中央氣象署

Facts:
- （Central News Agency，Taipei，19th）

## Car pushes bus into stop in crash at Taichung Science Museum bus stop，injuring 4

- Published: 2026-07-19T17:57:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202607190139.aspx
- anchor: #n1603917
- Companies mentioned: 巨業交通公司

Facts:
- A total of 4 people were injured and taken to hospital

## Tseng Sung-en wins home run derby for 2nd straight year；proposed as the villain to beat in 116

- Published: 2026-07-19T17:57:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202607190138.aspx
- anchor: #n1603918
- Companies mentioned: 中信兄弟

Facts:
- Tseng Sung-en hit 10 home runs in the final round
- He edged out Sung Sheng-jui’s 9 home runs to take the title
- This year’s home run derby prize money rose to NT$100,000 from NT$60,000 last year
- He hit 23 home runs when they competed at the same event in 2024

## 【TAC Public Service Exam】Former deputy ward mayor and recruitment officer share insights! Free online guidance on switching to public service careers from the private sector on 7/30 (Thu)

- Published: 2026-07-19T20:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002604.000021078.html
- anchor: #n1604206
- Companies mentioned: TAC株式会社、特別区

Facts:
- 2026年7月30日（木）19:00よりオンライン無料ガイダンスを開催いたします
- In addition to more than 20 years of management experience, he led the ward’s administration as deputy ward mayor

## 株式会社プエンテ launches 2 industry-specific packages for AI implementation consulting service “Knowledge Core” — using AI for preparatory work at tax accountant offices and in internal controls (J-SOX) and internal audits

- Published: 2026-07-19T20:38:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000050.000161935.html
- anchor: #n1604207
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プエンテ、Puente ナレッジコア

Facts:
- 2 industry-specific packages

## A video camera is “the eyes in your hand.” Preserve memories from “your perspective” and protect your luggage! AI glasses “BleeqUp” and “Find My tag” launch a summer “hands-free travel” campaign on Rakuten Market from 7/19

- Published: 2026-07-19T20:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000764.000047737.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3508240-en.html
- anchor: #n1604208
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社FUGU INNOVATIONS JAPAN、Show It、Apple、amadana

Facts:
- 7月19日（日）20:00からスタートする
- 01:59 on Sunday, July 26

## At Sengendai Station, buy hugely popular Taiwanese castella cakes—famous for their “fluffy, airy” texture and long lines—made with high-quality Japanese ingredients using authentic methods!

- Published: 2026-07-19T20:05:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000302.000043435.html
- anchor: #n1604199
- Companies mentioned: BOC Japan合同会社、台楽蛋糕、東急プラザ銀座、日本テレビ、フジテレビ、BS朝日、読売新聞、サンケイ新聞、GINGER、Hanako

Facts:
- Pop-up shop period: July 21, 2026 (Tue)–July 27, 2026 (Mon)
- Hours: 10:00–21:00

## Naoto Fujiki makes 3 major announcements on his 54th birthday! As his first Billboard Live tour gets underway, he announces a 2027 fan club event and nationwide hall tour, and launches his official Instagram account!

- Published: 2026-07-19T20:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000293.000046095.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3508223-en.html
- anchor: #n1604203
- Companies mentioned: Billboard Live、藤木直人公式ファンクラブ『FBI』、TOKYO FM、ABC、Netflix、Hulu

Facts:
- A nationwide hall tour is planned for summer 2027
- More than 250 live performances

## 【MOTTERU】7/19(日) 20:00スタート「楽天お買い物マラソン」にて新商品・人気商品を最大約50%OFFで販売

- Published: 2026-07-19T20:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000336.000078304.html
- anchor: #n1604202
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MOTTERU、楽天市場

Facts:
- Up to about 50% off
- 107 items

## アンジェラ・アキ「Angela Aki Tour 2026 SHADOW WORK」のNHKホール公演をU-NEXTにて独占生配信決定！

- Published: 2026-07-19T20:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002862.000031998.html
- anchor: #n1604201
- Companies mentioned: アンジェラ・アキ、USEN＆U-NEXT GROUP、株式会社U-NEXT、NHKホール、GEM Partners、TBS、テレビ東京、Paravi

Facts:
- A tour spanning 29 performances nationwide
- An original album, the first in about 14 years
- Enjoy more than 460,000 movies, dramas, anime titles and more
- More than 1.29 million manga and books also available to stream

## A BIGBANG best-songs feature selected by V.I.P (JP)! A BIGBANG listening party will be held at AWA Lounge!

- Published: 2026-07-19T20:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003575.000022425.html
- anchor: #n1604200
- Companies mentioned: AWA株式会社、BIGBANG、BIGBANG GLOBAL OFFICIAL FANCLUB V.I.P (JP)、株式会社サイバーエージェント、エイベックス・エンタテインメント株式会社

Facts:
- 200 million songs available for streaming
- Celebrities and users have created approximately 16 million playlists
- 980 yen per month (tax included)
- 1,080 yen (tax included)
- 480 yen per month (tax included)
- 270 yen per month (tax included)

## 【TAC Public Service Exam】“Private Sector vs. Public Service: TAC Public Service Exam Course Online Information Session” to be held online on 7/27 (Mon)!

- Published: 2026-07-19T19:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002646.000021078.html
- anchor: #n1604074
- Companies mentioned: TAC株式会社、中央大学、明星大学

Facts:
- The cumulative number of final successful candidates among students enrolled in the 2025 civil service exam course (Note 1) was 5,119 (Note 2).
- The number of successful candidates was 2,819

## Theme song information for “Kaku-sē Hunter Omega Horn” revealed!! The song will be performed by Miyu Irino!!

- Published: 2026-07-19T19:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005002.000019470.html
- anchor: #n1604075
- Companies mentioned: 日本コロムビア、テレビ朝日、東映AG、東映、ジャンクション

Facts:
- It was announced that the mini-album “HUMOR” will be released on August 26, 2026 (Wed).
- 2026年7月から放送開始予定の『角醒ハンター オメガホーン』で、東映特撮作品の主題歌を初めて担当する。

## 【Notice of Name Change】一般社団法人HAPPY WOMAN to become 一般社団法人HAPPY PROJECT.

- Published: 2026-07-19T19:00:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000097.000024079.html
- anchor: #n1604063
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人HAPPY WOMAN、一般社団法人HAPPY PROJECT、HAPPY WOMAN、HAPPY EARTH、HAPPY SENIOR、HAPPY CHOICE、HAPPY COLLEGE、HAPPY CONNECT

Facts:
- On July 19, 2026, the organization’s name was changed to 一般社団法人HAPPY PROJECT.
- This year marks the 10th anniversary of the milestone event “International Women’s Day | HAPPY WOMAN FESTA”
- since its founding in 2015

## The second installment of the hugely popular beauty event by コスメヲタちゃんねるサラ, “FAST COSME PARTY 〜ショッパーぱんぱん！ウチらの可愛さ激盛り⤴︎〜,” wrapped up to the delight of its fans, with all 1250 spots filled!

- Published: 2026-07-19T19:00:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000432.000015757.html
- anchor: #n1604064
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社VAZ、コスメヲタちゃんねるサラ、モーニング娘。

Facts:
- The channel has more than 1.55 million subscribers
- A collaboration video released in 2025 that drew major attention

## A summer evening in Toyosu with movies and music. Outdoor screenings and a jazz concert to be held at Toyosu Gururi Park

- Published: 2026-07-19T19:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000099686.html
- anchor: #n1604067
- Companies mentioned: 豊洲パークマネジメントJV、サントリーホールディングス株式会社、一般社団法人豊洲スマートシティ推進協議会、移動シアター Journey Screen

Facts:
- About 500 people attended last year
- This year, the program will include performances by local groups and interactive activities, with attendance expected to exceed 600
- The first 240 visitors will receive a free “GREEN DA・KA・RA”

## 【GERA Radio App】Regular hosts gather in one place! “GERA JAM” confirmed!

- Published: 2026-07-19T19:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000233.000026953.html
- anchor: #n1604066
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ファンコミュニケーションズ、GERA、A8.net、WAND、N-INE

Facts:
- 出演者はGパンパンダ、鈴木ジェロニモ、スタミナパン、センチネル、転転飯店、錦鯉、虹の黄昏、春とヒコーキ、ママタルト、モダンタイムス、もののけ、吉住、ラランド（名前順）の全13組。
- S seats (with special perk): ¥6,500 / A seats: ¥5,000 / B seats: ¥4,500
- Capital: 1,189,560,000 yen (as of December 31, 2025)

## Maripo joins the streamer division of esports team “REJECT”

- Published: 2026-07-19T19:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000595.000050979.html
- anchor: #n1604065
- Companies mentioned: REJECT、VALORANT、Esports World Cup

Facts:
- REJECT is an esports team founded in 2018
- “Esports World Cup,” an international tournament with a total prize pool of more than 10 billion yen
- The Club Partner Program, which selects only 40 teams worldwide

## Enlyt supports the development of keirin-focused OTT service “SPEEDチャンネル.JP” using CloudTV

- Published: 2026-07-19T18:32:19+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000070902.html
- anchor: #n1603935
- Companies mentioned: Enlyt、SPEEDチャンネル、AWS

Facts:
- About 600 VOD titles

## 【5x Rakuten Points × 45% OFF】The “POCKAM P13PRO,” a 13-inch SIM-free tablet featuring Android 16 and Gemini AI, is priced at ¥33,858! Rakuten Shopping Marathon underway

- Published: 2026-07-19T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000065.000182214.html
- anchor: #n1603926
- Companies mentioned: POCKAM、楽天市場、Google、Netflix、Amazon Prime Video、Disney+、YouTube、UNISOC

Facts:
- Equivalent to ¥33,858 including tax
- 45% OFF
- 13-inch FHD+ display
- 120Hz high refresh rate
- Up to 48GB of memory
- 256GB storage
- Up to 2.2GHz
- Large-capacity 12000mAh battery

## In an era when AI can write, why won’t anyone buy your writing? “Writing That Sells: Combining AI and Emotion,” which reveals the desires that make people open their wallets, goes on sale 7/21!

- Published: 2026-07-19T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000211.000009347.html
- anchor: #n1603925
- Companies mentioned: フォレスト出版株式会社、株式会社ビブリオ

Facts:
- Available sequentially from July 21, 2026 (Tue)
- Page count: 312 pages
- Price: ¥2,090 including tax
- More than 1 million characters of sales copy
- More than 1200 people instructed to date

## The 6th installment of “Forbes Georgia’s 100 Wealthiest,” as told by 少数株ドットコム’s 山中裕: Davit Hechikashvili, the youngest tycoon, who took over the luxury car market at 25. The capital structure of the official “アウディ” dealership delivering 56% profit growth

- Published: 2026-07-19T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000369.000158730.html
- anchor: #n1603924
- Companies mentioned: 少数株ドットコム株式会社、イベリア・ビジネス・グループ（IBG）、イベリア・オート・センター、フォルクスワーゲン、アウディ、三菱、キア、HOYA株式会社、ペンタックス、エヌビディア(NVIDIA)、投資ブラザーズ合同会社、CapitalJusticeLab、男女産み分けドットコム

Facts:
- 56% increase in profit
- 40% stake
- 15.7% increase in revenue
- Investment of more than ¥2 billion

## The 7th installment of “Forbes Georgia’s 100 Wealthiest,” as told by 少数株ドットコム’s 山中裕: Suriko Tsurkize—after a major sale for $85 million, the truth about “reinvestment” and “capital transparency” behind his renewed control of the gambling market through a complex holding structure

- Published: 2026-07-19T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000370.000158730.html
- anchor: #n1603923
- Companies mentioned: 少数株ドットコム株式会社、Europebet、Betlive、IT Venture、HOYA株式会社、ペンタックス、投資ブラザーズ、CapitalJusticeLab、男女産み分けドットコム、ベットソン、NVIDIA、武田薬品工業、B'z、日本銀行、グラス・ルイス、日本プロクシー・ガバナンス研究所、ISS、日本経済新聞、Bloomberg、東洋経済オンライン、ハーバード大学法科大学院、民主党

Facts:
- A major exit worth $85 million
- Net profit of 28.8 million lari
- Investment of more than ¥2 billion

## A fan club for Aya Yumeshira, former top musumeyaku of the Snow Troupe at 宝塚歌劇団, has opened on “Bitfan”!

- Published: 2026-07-19T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001668.000017372.html
- anchor: #n1603922
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SKIYAKI、宝塚歌劇団、EYEVAN

Facts:
- Monthly membership fee: ¥600 including tax
- Annual membership fee: ¥5,500 including tax
- Capital: 31 million yen

## Non-credit ending video for the TV anime “Goodbye, Lara,” set to Hana Hope’s new single “Hearts Glow,” released!

- Published: 2026-07-19T18:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004930.000013546.html
- anchor: #n1603921
- Companies mentioned: Hana Hope、キネマシトラス、ソニーミュージック、KADOKAWA、ポカリスエット

Facts:
- The story follows Lara, a mermaid who returns to life in Lake Biwa 200 years later
- Available for early streaming on July 22; the music video is scheduled to be released at 21:00 the same day
- The CD single, scheduled for release on August 5
- First-press limited edition (CD) AICL-4933 ¥1,800 (pre-tax price ¥1,636)
- Limited-time production edition (CD+BD) AICL-4934-5 ¥2,000 (pre-tax price ¥1,818)
- A rising 20-year-old singer and singer-songwriter

## Why did Chiang Wan-an launch a toxic-oil protest on Ketagalan Boulevard？Writer says it was a move to “get Lu Hsiu-yen off the hook” and a major political favor

- Published: 2026-07-19T20:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11150280
- anchor: #n1604137
- Companies mentioned: 中聯油脂

Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an launched a protest on Ketagalan Boulevard to pressure the central government over the carcinogenic oil scandal involving 中聯油脂。The move was seen as helping Taichung Mayor Lu Hsiu-yen defuse a political crisis，with strategic political implications。

## Tomorrow’s weather／Heavy rain across Taiwan as conditions turn！“Thunderstorms pound the island for 5 straight days”；when will a typhoon form next week？A week of weather at a glance

- Published: 2026-07-19T19:45:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11150283
- anchor: #n1604138

Severe weather changes are expected across Taiwan, with tomorrow forecast to be the rainiest day of the week. A tropical disturbance over waters east of the Philippines could develop into a typhoon later this week, prompting warnings.

## Hundreds of parents and children read idiom stories together；new book “成語不只是四個字” warms hearts

- Published: 2026-07-19T19:41:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/5532441
- anchor: #n1604139
- Companies mentioned: Mr.WISH希望好茶、順成蛋糕、風傳媒集團

Educator Chen Yuhui held a launch event for her new book, “Idioms Are More Than Just Four Characters,” in Hsinchu County. More than 100 parent-child pairs read together, highlighting the bonds between parents and children through idioms. Many people from the education and publishing industries also attended.

## Idioms are more than four characters！New book “閱讀有愛” draws 300 parents and children

- Published: 2026-07-19T19:29:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11150286
- anchor: #n1604140
- Companies mentioned: Mr.WISH希望好茶、順成蛋糕、風傳媒集團

Education worker Chen Yu-hui held a launch event in Hsinchu County for her new book《成語不只是四個字》，attracting nearly 300 groups of parents and children。The event combined group reading，an exhibition and discussion，highlighting the history and emotions behind idioms and encouraging parent-child communication。

## Fatal accident reported at TSMC’s Hsinchu Science Park plant！Worker crushed by reversing truck，dies at the scene with severe chest and abdominal injuries

- Published: 2026-07-19T19:26:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11150285
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3508210-en.html
- anchor: #n1604141
- Companies mentioned: 力昇工程、昇峰工程

A subcontractor's worker was crushed by a heavy truck and killed at TSMC's Hsinchu Science Park factory. Police and labor authorities are investigating as questions are raised about safety measures at the site.

## Wang Ting-yu’s bid to retain a Central Standing Committee seat in jeopardy？DPP Central Executive Committee list released；one 湧言會 member misses out by 1 vote，leaving the faction with just 2 seats

- Published: 2026-07-19T19:10:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11150281
- anchor: #n1604142

The DPP held its national congress today and elected 30 Central Executive Committee members，with pro-Lai factions securing a majority。Only 2 湧言會 members were elected，leaving Wang Ting-yu facing an uphill battle to retain his Central Standing Committee seat。

## Branch of “Taiwan’s famous stationery chain” to close！21 years of memories come to an end；clearance sale dates revealed

- Published: 2026-07-19T19:10:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11150282
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3508207-en.html
- anchor: #n1604143

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## Defense minister’s removal sparks outrage！Rare protest erupts in Kyiv；reports say Zelenskyy may replace Ukraine’s military commander-in-chief again

- Published: 2026-07-19T19:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11150274
- anchor: #n1603999

The dismissal of Ukraine's defense minister triggered an outpouring of dissatisfaction with the military leadership and sparked large-scale protests. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is considering replacing commanders, as the crisis in the wartime system deepens.

## Is Taishan’s major shareholder a “Chinese fugitive”？Hsieh Chin-ho digs into Chu Kuo-jung’s criminal past，slams toxic-oil scandal：“Lock up companies that cheat”

- Published: 2026-07-19T18:41:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11150279
- anchor: #n1604000
- Companies mentioned: 中聯油脂、泰山企業、福壽、福懋油、南僑化工、國寶人壽、龍邦國際

財訊傳媒董事長謝金河揭露泰山企業大股東朱國榮的犯罪前科，並批評將其稱為「良心企業」是掩蓋真相，呼籲政府嚴懲毒油案涉事廠商，引發食安與政商關係爭議。

## Never stay at a hotel if you see “1 line of text”！Taiwanese traveler reveals frightening consequences；veteran travelers warn：even a 4-star rating calls for caution

- Published: 2026-07-19T18:20:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11150277
- anchor: #n1604001
- Companies mentioned: Google、Booking.com

A Taiwanese traveler’s review of a highly rated hotel in Busan，South Korea，used Taiwanese-language homophones and character combinations to hide a warning that “the room has a pinhole camera”，sparking online discussion and cautioning visitors to South Korea to stay alert even at highly rated hotels。

## BTS has fans even in North Korea！BBC：Kim Jong Un was supposed to be the North Korean people’s only idol，until they discovered K-pop

- Published: 2026-07-19T18:10:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11150266
- anchor: #n1604002
- Companies mentioned: BBC

It has emerged that North Korean defectors exposed to K-pop, including BTS, have become more aware of the contrast with North Korea's repressive system. Music has become a symbol of freedom, raising concerns about its impact on the regime.

## Wu Chung-hsien confirms divorce after 12 years！He left all his assets to “him”，reveals what happened back then

- Published: 2026-07-19T18:00:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11150276
- anchor: #n1604003

Taiwanese entertainer Jacky Wu publicly revealed for the first time during a performance in Malaysia that he had divorced 12 years ago. He said he gave all his assets to his ex-wife and expressed gratitude for his eldest daughter's support.

## Who is born lucky？These 3 zodiac signs are kindhearted and grow more prosperous with age；when times get tough，benefactors are always eager to help

- Published: 2026-07-19T17:54:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11149011
- anchor: #n1603856
- Companies mentioned: 搜狐網

People born in the Year of the Sheep, Rabbit or Ox are said to be kind-hearted and value relationships, making them more likely to receive help from benefactors during difficult times in life, with their fortunes improving as they age. This points to the value of long-term relationships.

## Web version down！Facebook reportedly suffers major outage，showing “account unavailable”；users panic and refresh repeatedly，thinking they had been hacked

- Published: 2026-07-19T17:33:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11150273
- anchor: #n1603857
- Companies mentioned: Downdetector、PTT

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## 巧虎「才不是老虎」！官方公布真實身分，真相震驚一票人：誤會了幾10年

- Published: 2026-07-19T17:30:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11150272
- anchor: #n1603858

Qiaohu, the mascot of early childhood education brand Qiaolian Zhi, was officially revealed to be a 5-year-old human boy, drawing online attention. The revelation cleared up a long-standing misconception and sparked a major response on social media.

## As Europeans start using Chinese air conditioners：shedding the cheap label and successfully washing away the stigma of “Made in China”

- Published: 2026-07-19T17:25:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11150265
- anchor: #n1603859
- Companies mentioned: 美的、格力、TCL科技、DJI、フランス電力会社

Demand for Chinese-made air conditioners has surged in Europe, where they are being adopted to cope with heat waves. Improved quality is helping to enhance the image of “Made in China.”

## Accused of being a “snitch” at National Taiwan University！Huang Wei-che quietly queues to vote at DPP congress，then leaves without speaking to anyone

- Published: 2026-07-19T17:24:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11150271
- anchor: #n1603860

Tainan Mayor Huang Wei-che was accused of having served as an informant during the martial law era。He quietly cast his vote at the DPP national congress without speaking to anyone，igniting political controversy。The issue touches on transitional justice and could affect his political standing。

## Are foreign investors pulling out NT$74 trillion from Taiwan stocks？2 tech stocks hammered；Ruan Mu-hua shares 3 takeaways：the selling pressure is too strong

- Published: 2026-07-19T17:20:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11150262
- anchor: #n1603861
- Companies mentioned: 台達電、台光電、台積電

Foreign investors are adjusting their Taiwan stock holdings, worth about 74 trillion yen, as the TAIEX falls sharply amid overheating in the AI rally. Ruan Muhua pointed to rebalancing and profit-taking, and urged investors to review their strategies.

## Labor Ministry’s new rules take effect in July！“2 major changes” to pensions could bring an extra NT$1.6 million；new rules explained in one Q&A

- Published: 2026-07-19T17:10:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11150270
- anchor: #n1603862

Starting July 17, 2026, the Ministry of Labor will introduce new “voluntary contribution” and “early retirement benefit reserve” programs for workers covered exclusively by the old labor pension system. The compound interest effect could increase benefits by up to 1.6 million yen, benefiting about 115,000 people.

## Post-disaster recovery along Taoyuan’s coast！Su Chun-pin champions landscape artwork “Rebirth：拾光者”，paying tribute to everyone who joined the beach cleanup

- Published: 2026-07-19T17:02:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11150267
- anchor: #n1603863
- Companies mentioned: 台湾美光、中油桃煉廠、台湾橫浜八景島会社、観音工業区廠商協進会、永豊余新屋廠、榮鼎綠能、明薘企業

Taoyuan City Deputy Mayor Su Junbin and volunteers took part in a coastal cleanup after Typhoon Bawi and created the landscape art installation “Rebirth: Gatherers of Light.” The work expresses gratitude to the volunteers who help clean the coast.

## Made in China sweeps developing countries！From phones and cars to TikTok，how are Chinese brands reshaping their global influence？

- Published: 2026-07-19T19:10:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6539459
- anchor: #n1604077
- Companies mentioned: Levi's、マクドナルド、万宝路、騰訊、アリババ、海信家電、小米、蜜雪冰城、伝音控股、网易、雅迪

Chinese brands are becoming deeply embedded in everyday life in developing countries, expanding their influence as a form of soft power without political agreements. Fierce competition at home is driving their expansion overseas.

## Memory chip prices soar；Chinese consumers hold back，with those who do not need them turning to secondhand products

- Published: 2026-07-19T18:45:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6539482
- anchor: #n1603939
- Companies mentioned: 蘋果、華為、小米、金士頓

AI demand has sent memory chip prices soaring，prompting Chinese consumers to hold back；those who do not urgently need them are turning to the secondhand market。The impact is clear in electronics markets such as Huaqiangbei，with prices of end products such as computers rising。

## AI stocks face second-quarter earnings test！Alphabet，Intel and Tesla face key scrutiny

- Published: 2026-07-19T18:10:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6539445
- anchor: #n1603940
- Companies mentioned: Alphabet、インテル、テスラ、Texas Instruments、マイクロソフト、アマゾン、Meta、サムスン電子、TSMC、アメリカン・エキスプレス、フィリップモリス、レイセオン・テクノロジーズ

The U.S. second-quarter earnings season is getting underway in earnest, with Alphabet, インテル and テスラ among the companies in focus. The sustainability of AI-related investment and the outlook for the semiconductor industry are key market concerns.

## ChangXin Memory orders booked through 2027！BofA points to “three major limitations” on 蘋果 adoption；Dell and 惠普 race to secure capacity

- Published: 2026-07-19T17:10:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6539442
- anchor: #n1603796
- Companies mentioned: 蘋果、戴爾科技、惠普、聯想、三星、SK海力士、美光科技

ChangXin Memory is in the spotlight as 蘋果 evaluates buying its DRAM chips and major PC makers lock in supplies early，but BofA says 蘋果 is unlikely to adopt them on a large scale in the near term；strong PC market demand has pushed its orders through 2027。