AI News 180m Report｜2026-07-19 18:00–21:00 JSThttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.htmlOne 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.en 15-year-old Taiwanese cello prodigy Chen Yang-yu wins the Singapore International Music Competitionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604211https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604211Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:51:09 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA AI fortune-telling gives singer Anson Chen a 70% chance of romance; he admits he is single and hopes to focus on his career firsthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604209https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604209Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:47:07 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Teenagers in Jieyang, Guangdong, abuse a dog; global campaign rallies in support of “Wangwang”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604210https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604210Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:41:05 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Water level at Wanlixi landslide-dammed lake continues to rise; sunny-weather overflow expected to remain within river channelhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604205https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604205Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:34:02 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 民進黨 holds Central Review Committee election; Legislator Chiu Chih-wei named chairhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604204https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604204Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:31:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Additional funding for repairs to Pingtung's Linbian swimming pool fails to pass; stalled project raises concernshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604198https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604198Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:08:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Taipei City investigator found dead in office; prosecutors conduct examination and await CT scan to determine cause of deathhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604197https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604197Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:06:56 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA KMT youth fast in protest over food safety; Cheng Li-wun visits in the rain to express concernhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604076https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604076Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:40:53 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Russia unleashes barrage of ballistic missiles on Kyiv, one of the largest attacks since the war beganhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604072https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604072Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:35:51 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Heavy evening rain hits 4 Taipei districts; Disaster Response Center activates Level 3 responsehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604073https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604073Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:34:49 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 民進黨 Central Executive Committee election: New Tide faction wins 9 seats, biggest winner; 湧言會 gets only 2https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604070https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604070Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:30:47 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Man illegally drives into Taichung bus lane, causing bus to crash into station; 4 injuredhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604071https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604071Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:29:44 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 戴曉君唱亮台灣山水 溫哥華音樂節觀眾大受震撼https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604069https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604069Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:24:42 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Facebook and Instagram both suffer widespread outages; web and app versions experience problemshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604068https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604068Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:18:40 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Hsinchu County mountain areas brace for heavy rain; downpours possible north of Taichung and south of Chiayihttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604062https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604062Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:09:38 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Sudden neurological symptoms may be mistaken for a stroke; doctor reveals key emergency responsehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604059https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604059Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:59:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA BWF Japan Open: Sindhu claims title, ending championship droughthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604060https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604060Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:58:33 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Players from Europe's Big Five leagues dominate World Cup; share continues to rise from the round of 32https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604061https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604061Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:58:31 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Rainfall expected to be most significant on 7/20 in the coming week; northern and central mountain areas brace for heavy rainhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603938https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603938Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:53:29 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Multi-vehicle crash in Taichung kills 1; woman suspected of drug-impaired driving faces prosecutionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603936https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603936Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:45:27 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Economic Affairs Ministry rebuts warning from 季辛格, says Taiwan's energy and supply chain resilience is stronghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603937https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603937Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:40:24 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Ground operations at Songshan Airport suspended amid thunderstorms; some flights may be delayedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603933https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603933Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:39:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA SEGA opens Beijing store; Japanese IPs remain popular despite China-Japan tensionshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603934https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603934Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:39:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Japan plans nautical charts for 5 waters in Southeast Asia, preparing alternative routes and strengthening maritime securityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603931https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603931Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:27:16 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Canadian premier hits back at Trump’s criticism of wildfire response，suggests lumber tariff exemption could helphttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603932https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603932Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:27:14 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Chang Ching-sen questions half-year closure for construction at Yilan’s Matcha Mountain，offers NT$1 million bonus to speed up workhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603928https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603928Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:19:11 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 阿根廷 and 西班牙 prepare for World Cup final as 梅西 hopes to make history with back-to-back titleshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603929https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603929Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:19:09 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Lin Chia-lung to visit Germany in June，visit 霍恩舍豪森紀念館 and highlight Taiwan-Germany connectionshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603930https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603930Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:19:07 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Art as a language：Migrant workers gather to share cultural memorieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603927https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603927Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:15:42 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Woman found dead in rented home in Hsinchu City；prosecutors seek boyfriend’s detentionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603920https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603920Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:11:40 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 體操協會 rewards Asian Championships performance of 1 gold and 2 bronze medals，hopes to carry momentum into the Asian Gameshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603919https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603919Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:59:38 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Strong convective cloud development prompts heavy-rain alert for mountain areas of Hsinchu Countyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603916https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603916Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:58:36 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Car pushes bus into stop in crash at Taichung Science Museum bus stop，injuring 4https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603917https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603917Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:57:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Tseng Sung-en wins home run derby for 2nd straight year；proposed as the villain to beat in 116https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603918https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603918Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:57:31 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 【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)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604206https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604206Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 auditshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604207https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604207Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:38:40 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 7/19https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604208https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604208Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604199https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604199Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:05:51 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604203https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604203Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604202https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604202Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604201https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604201Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES A BIGBANG best-songs feature selected by V.I.P (JP)! A BIGBANG listening party will be held at AWA Lounge!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604200https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604200Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【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)!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604074https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604074Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Theme song information for “Kaku-sē Hunter Omega Horn” revealed!! The song will be performed by Miyu Irino!!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604075https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604075Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【Notice of Name Change】一般社団法人HAPPY WOMAN to become 一般社団法人HAPPY PROJECT.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604063https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604063Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:00:27 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604064https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604064Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:00:04 +0900JapanPR TIMES A summer evening in Toyosu with movies and music. Outdoor screenings and a jazz concert to be held at Toyosu Gururi Parkhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604067https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604067Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【GERA Radio App】Regular hosts gather in one place! “GERA JAM” confirmed!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604066https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604066Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Maripo joins the streamer division of esports team “REJECT”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604065https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604065Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Enlyt supports the development of keirin-focused OTT service “SPEEDチャンネル.JP” using CloudTVhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603935https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603935Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:32:19 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【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 underwayhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603926https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603926Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603925https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603925Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 growthhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603924https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603924Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 structurehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603923https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603923Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES A fan club for Aya Yumeshira, former top musumeyaku of the Snow Troupe at 宝塚歌劇団, has opened on “Bitfan”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603922https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603922Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Non-credit ending video for the TV anime “Goodbye, Lara,” set to Hana Hope’s new single “Hearts Glow,” released!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603921https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603921Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 favorhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604137https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604137Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 glancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604138https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604138Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:45:04 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 heartshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604139https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604139Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:41:14 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 childrenhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604140https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604140Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:29:24 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 injurieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604141https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604141Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:26:48 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 seatshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604142https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604142Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:10:11 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 revealedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604143https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604143Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:10:02 +0900Taiwan風傳媒 Defense minister’s removal sparks outrage！Rare protest erupts in Kyiv；reports say Zelenskyy may replace Ukraine’s military commander-in-chief againhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603999https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603999Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604000https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604000Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:41:48 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 cautionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604001https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604001Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:20:10 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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-pophttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604002https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604002Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:10:06 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 thenhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604003https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604003Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:00:36 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 helphttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603856https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603856Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:54:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 hackedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603857https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603857Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:33:45 +0900Taiwan風傳媒 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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603858https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603858Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:30:15 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603859https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603859Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:25:53 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 anyonehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603860https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603860Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:24:03 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 stronghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603861https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603861Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:20:57 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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&Ahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603862https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603862Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:10:57 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 cleanuphttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603863https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603863Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:02:53 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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？https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604077https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1604077Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:10:06 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網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 productshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603939https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603939Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:45:42 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網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 scrutinyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603940https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603940Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:10:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網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 capacityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603796https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260719-18/index-en.html#n1603796Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:10:05 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網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。