# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-01 18:00–21:00 JST｜Page 1 of 2

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 76 items from 4 sources; Japan, 34 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Future Account bill passes third reading; Blue camp plans full health insurance subsidies for young children

- Published: 2026-08-01T20:39:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608010188.aspx
- anchor: #n1781937
- Companies mentioned: 國民黨、中央政府

Facts:
- NT$826 per month
- Could reduce annual expenses by nearly ten thousand dollars

## FIFA president’s push for private capital investment in the World Cup sparks controversy; 歐洲足總: Trust has been lost

- Published: 2026-08-01T20:31:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608010187.aspx
- anchor: #n1781936
- Companies mentioned: FIFA、歐洲足總、FIFA Forward Enterprise

Facts:
- A commercial subsidiary valued at US$20 billion
- Raise up to US$4.2 billion

## AFP: Russia fired 376 missiles at Ukraine in July, a monthly record

- Published: 2026-08-01T20:21:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608010186.aspx
- anchor: #n1781933
- Companies mentioned: 法新社、烏克蘭空軍、Volodymyr Zelenskyy、愛國者飛彈、Patriot、川普

Facts:
- Russia launched 4956 long-range drones to attack Ukraine in July
- Russia is estimated to have launched 200 to 300 ballistic missiles in 2024
- This year, the figure reached 126 in July alone

## Heartwarming mutual aid after Kumamoto quake; Noto quake victims rush to help overnight in repayment

- Published: 2026-08-01T20:20:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608010185.aspx
- anchor: #n1781934
- Companies mentioned: 讀賣新聞、Super Center Trial

Facts:
- About 3200 households in Hikawa Town remain without water
- Noto Town once received about 1000 tatami mats for use in shelters from Yatsushiro City and Hikawa Town in Kumamoto Prefecture
- He and colleagues from the Crisis Management Office left Noto Town on July 30, taking turns driving and traveling through the night for about 800 kilometers to reach Hikawa Town
- The “mobile toilet truck” is a vehicle equipped with 2 toilets and a water tank that can provide about 120 flushes
- Local governments across Kumamoto Prefecture have dispatched a total of about 5000 personnel to Ishikawa Prefecture

## 韓調解會要求酷澎每人賠2238元 全賠恐逾840億元

- Published: 2026-08-01T20:20:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608010184.aspx
- anchor: #n1781935
- Companies mentioned: 酷澎、Coupang、韓國消費者院、韓國個人資料保護委員會、SK電信

Facts:
- 每人賠償10萬韓元
- 總額將達3兆7560億韓元
- About NT$2238
- 約新台幣840億元
- 裁罰6246億8100萬韓元
- 約新台幣139億元
- 另處以1680萬韓元
- 約新台幣37.6萬元

## 近6成民眾認同補習助升學 108課綱增不確定感

- Published: 2026-08-01T20:16:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608010183.aspx
- anchor: #n1781932
- Companies mentioned: 黃昆輝教授教育基金會、教育部、銘傳大學

Facts:
- 57.9% of people believe cram schools help children get into a good school
- An increase of 12.6 percentage points
- The proportion who said the problem of university graduates being “unemployed immediately after graduation” was serious stood at 49.9%
- A sharp decline of 30.7 percentage points
- 75.7% of people believe attending a vocational school offers good prospects
- 較106年增加7.7百分點

## Lai Jui-lung and Ko Chih-en outline Indigenous policies, focusing on cultural heritage and development in Indigenous communities

- Published: 2026-08-01T20:10:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608010182.aspx
- anchor: #n1781931
- Companies mentioned: 民進黨、國民黨

Facts:
- Indigenous residents registered in Kaohsiung represent all 17 legally recognized Indigenous peoples

## Motorsports and basketball carnival opens in Taichung, aiming to promote proper attitudes toward motorsports

- Published: 2026-08-01T19:56:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608010181.aspx
- anchor: #n1781866
- Companies mentioned: 台灣賽車競速競技協會、潭子青商會、台中市政府運動局

Facts:
- Nearly 200 vehicles on display
- More than 5000 attendees

## 李千娜母女同台唱跳 曝排練對看就笑場

- Published: 2026-08-01T19:50:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202608010180.aspx
- anchor: #n1781805

Singer Li Chien-na and her daughter, Gu Ying, performed together in a singing and dancing act at the “Idol Encounter Festival.” Li joked that cute performances were not her forte and rated her daughter’s performance 90 points, while also previewing plans for a new album.

Facts:
- Li Chien-na, who debuted 19 years ago, showcased her girl-group dream in the performance.
- Li Chien-na will work with Chen Chun-hao and Micky Lin on her new album.

## Train your eyes to strengthen mental resilience; test your eye-brain usage pattern【Book Excerpt】

- Published: 2026-08-01T19:46:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608015003.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613195-en.html
- anchor: #n1781804
- Companies mentioned: 松島雅美

Facts:
- There are 24 items on the checklist

## Pingtung promotes lifelong long-term care education activities; Vice President Hsiao stresses social care

- Published: 2026-08-01T19:41:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608010179.aspx
- anchor: #n1781803
- Companies mentioned: 屏東縣政府、長期照護處

Facts:
- 中央已編列經費超過新台幣1100億元
- The county’s dementia diagnosis rate was previously about 68%
- Below the national average of 74%
- It has now risen to 80%

## 3000 people sign petition urging government to quickly enact a “Dementia Basic Act”

- Published: 2026-08-01T19:36:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608010177.aspx
- anchor: #n1781800
- Companies mentioned: 台灣失智症協會、台灣老年精神醫學會、衛生福利部

Facts:
- The number of people with dementia is projected to grow to 840,000 in 30 years
- More than 3000 people signed in just 10 days
- Nearly 80 groups signed the petition
- 約8至9成失智者會出現精神行為症狀
- 1/3 of dementia caregivers may consequently develop depression

## Penghu’s biggest summer events for parents and children: children’s toy carnival and summer fun party open

- Published: 2026-08-01T19:32:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608010178.aspx
- anchor: #n1781799
- Companies mentioned: 數位發展部、民進黨

Facts:
- The 2-day Huxi Children’s Toy Carnival
- The Magong Summer Fun Party will run through the 16th
- 4 p.m. every day
- Until 9:30 p.m.

## 西班牙邊境危機增至67死 桑傑士批部分歐盟國家自私

- Published: 2026-08-01T19:29:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608010176.aspx
- anchor: #n1781801
- Companies mentioned: 西班牙、歐洲聯盟、法國、義大利、摩洛哥、休達、申根協定

Facts:
- 近日從摩洛哥跨境進入休達（Ceuta）一波移民潮有至少67人死亡。
- 短短幾天內約有6萬人從摩洛哥進入這個僅有8萬常住人口的狹小飛地
- 西班牙內政部昨晚則表示，已有超過4萬8000人返回。
- 法國對西班牙加強邊境檢查，並且表示今天會將部署的警察和憲兵增加5倍至334人。

## Lithuanian media: New prime minister embroiled in thesis plagiarism scandal; university launches investigation

- Published: 2026-08-01T19:18:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608010175.aspx
- anchor: #n1781795
- Companies mentioned: ISM管理與經濟大學、立陶宛國家廣播電視台（LRT）

Facts:
- Results are expected to be announced as early as before the end of September
- Regulations require completion within 30 calendar days

## 路竹會 returns to Chad for medical mission, overcoming challenges to share Taiwan’s compassion

- Published: 2026-08-01T19:16:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608010174.aspx
- anchor: #n1781796
- Companies mentioned: 路竹會、海外石油及投資公司（OPIC）、台灣中油、OPIC非洲公司

Facts:
- A group of 27 people departed by plane
- 1萬1000公里漫長的飛航
- They saw nearly 900 patients in total
- In recent years, about 30 or more African doctors from Uganda, Sudan, Nigeria, Somaliland and Kenya, as well as Nepal in Asia, have received assistance to come to Taiwan for training and observation
- Arranged for 5 patients from Myanmar, Chad, Madagascar and Nigeria to come to Taiwan for treatment

## Lin Chia-cheng gets 4 hits and drives in 4 runs in Double-A; pinch hitter Yang Dai-kang reaches base on an error

- Published: 2026-08-01T19:09:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608010173.aspx
- anchor: #n1781794
- Companies mentioned: 北海道日本火腿鬥士隊、Oisix新潟天鵝之皇隊

Facts:
- Collected 4 hits in one game
- Drove in 4 runs
- The 39-year-old veteran
- Won 17-2
- 賽後打擊率2成91

## Australia’s social media ban for children under 16 faces challenge; survey shows usage frequency has not declined

- Published: 2026-08-01T19:07:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608010172.aspx
- anchor: #n1781789
- Companies mentioned: 澳洲電子安全委員辦公室、路透社

Facts:
- 仍有逾8成澳洲青少年使用社群媒體
- Australia banned children under 16 from using social media starting last December

## 菅野智之優質先發奪第11勝 MLB洛磯隊5年來首位

- Published: 2026-08-01T19:07:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608010171.aspx
- anchor: #n1781790
- Companies mentioned: MLB、科羅拉多洛磯、堪薩斯皇家、巴爾的摩金鶯

Facts:
- Won 3-1
- Allowed 1 run
- 11th win
- 11 wins, 4 losses
- 12 wins, 11 losses
- 10 wins, 10 losses
- 43 wins, 67 losses

## Social safety net 2.0 invests NT$81.9 billion to help older adults living alone and new parents, and improve social workers’ pay

- Published: 2026-08-01T19:04:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608010170.aspx
- anchor: #n1781791
- Companies mentioned: 行政院、衛生福利部、財團法人天主教善牧社會福利基金會

Facts:
- Invest NT$81.9 billion over 5 years to implement the 2.0 plan
- Professional staff have grown from 1400 to nearly 6500
- The number of service locations has also grown to 295
- The actual number could reach as high as 600,000 to 700,000 people
- About 60,000 new parents benefit each year
- NT$81.96 billion is expected to be invested from 115 to 119
- Expand local social worker and other professional staffing to 9,125 people

## Powerful earthquake hits Kumamoto; 19-year-old rushes into rubble twice to save 2 lives

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:57:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608010169.aspx
- anchor: #n1781728
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、產經新聞、自衛隊

Facts:
- 19-year-old man
- Woman in her 80s

## 林俊易止步台北羽賽4強 自認打法臨場變化不夠快

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:47:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608010168.aspx
- anchor: #n1781667
- Companies mentioned: 世界羽球總會（BWF）、土銀、國家隊

Facts:
- Lin Chun-yi, ranked No. 12 in men’s singles by 世界羽球總會（BWF）
- He lost to South Korea’s Yu Tae-bin 19-21, 19-21
- The previous meeting was at this year’s Asian Team Badminton Championships, where Lin Chun-yi lost 1-2
- With the crowd cheering throughout, Lin Chun-yi went on an 8-1 run
- Yu Tae-bin began controlling the pace, effectively suppressing Lin Chun-yi over the first 4 points
- Late in the match, the two were tied at 17-17
- Yu Tae-bin sealed the win with a 4-2 run
- Yu Tae-bin maintained a 2-to-3-point lead from the start of Game 2
- Yu Tae-bin incorrectly called 3 shots out in a row, allowing Lin Chun-yi to score 6 consecutive points
- He took an 18-15 lead instead

## Leehom Wang releases charity song “Hope,” spreading hope

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:41:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202608010167.aspx
- anchor: #n1781666

Leehom Wang and producer Wu Ching-lung have teamed up on the charity song “Hope,” set for release on August 4 to support beneficiaries of Singapore’s Ai He Community Services and share hope and encouragement.

## Wedding turns into crisis as 24-year-old Silicon Valley investing prodigy’s leveraged AI bet collapses overnight

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:40:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608010166.aspx
- anchor: #n1781658
- Companies mentioned: Situational Awareness、Anthropic、OpenAI、FTX、Meta、城堡

Facts:
- Fund with $45 billion in assets
- The fund posted a loss of 67% that month

## 源春製油廠 halts production in Chiayi; all camellia oil products precautionarily pulled from sale

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:38:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608010165.aspx
- anchor: #n1781659
- Companies mentioned: 源春製油廠、永豐餘、國際機能食品股份有限公司

Facts:
- All 8 batches of problematic oil traced to 源春製油廠 in Chiayi
- A total of 780 bottles were produced

## Russian siblings murdered and buried in Thailand; case leads to discovery of deaths of family of 3

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:35:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608010164.aspx
- anchor: #n1781660
- Companies mentioned: 曼谷郵報、泰國公共電視台

Facts:
- 2 suspects arrested and admit to killing and burying the siblings
- The siblings came to Thailand from Russia in 2021
- The deceased woman was 22-year-old Diana Nazimova
- Her 17-year-old brother, Roman Nazimov
- The arrested suspects were Tana, a 43-year-old this year with a criminal record
- Thongchai, 39
- Police later found the bodies of a family of 3

## Nantou needs agricultural land rezoned to build incinerator; Chen Chun-chi says he will stand firm

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:33:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608010163.aspx
- anchor: #n1781654
- Companies mentioned: 南投縣政府、農業部、財政部國有財產署、民進黨、名間鄉反焚化爐自救會

Facts:
- About 310,000 metric tons of garbage have piled up across the county
- In March last year, the 財政部國有財產署 transferred 7.5 hectares of state-owned land in a “specific agricultural zone” to the 南投縣政府 for a fee
- Nantou County is the country’s largest tea-producing area, covering 6,422 hectares
- Covering 6,422 hectares, it accounts for 53% of the national total
- Production totaled 9,150 metric tons
- It accounts for 65.8% of the national total

## 中油: Gasoline and diesel prices unchanged from the 3rd; 95-octane unleaded remains at NT$32

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:33:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608010162.aspx
- anchor: #n1781655
- Companies mentioned: 中油

Facts:
- 92-octane unleaded gasoline: NT$30.5 per liter
- 98-octane unleaded gasoline: NT$34.0 per liter
- Super diesel: NT$29.3 per liter
- The company absorbed NT$4.6 and NT$4.2 per liter for gasoline and diesel, respectively
- The company absorbed about NT$16.27 billion in total for gasoline and diesel

## 澎湖花嶼6旬婦頭部受傷 海巡緊急後送就醫

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:32:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608010161.aspx
- anchor: #n1781656
- Companies mentioned: 澎湖海巡隊、三軍總醫院澎湖分院、海巡署金馬澎分署、澎湖縣消防局

Facts:
- A 67-year-old woman surnamed Wang
- The Coast Guard vessel arrived at Huayu Fishing Harbor at 12:22 p.m.
- It arrived at Magong Harbor at 1:38 p.m.

## Lawyer at Taipei City Government legal consultation office splashed with red tea; Department of Legal Affairs condemns attack and supports filing a complaint

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:28:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608010160.aspx
- anchor: #n1781657
- Companies mentioned: 台北市政府、台北市法務局、台北市警察局信義分局、台北地檢署

Facts:
- A 37-year-old woman surnamed Su
- A 42-year-old lawyer

## “Glory and Light” exhibition opens in Tokyo, introducing Japanese audiences to Taiwan’s history

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:26:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202608010159.aspx
- anchor: #n1781652
- Companies mentioned: 文化部駐日台灣文化中心、東京台灣文化中心、嘉義市「眷戀眷村」攝影計畫、東京藝術大學、伊藤俊治、黃子明、沈昭良、港千尋

Facts:
- The exhibition runs through September 18

## Thunderstorms expected in southern Taiwan on the afternoon of the 2nd; Typhoon Dolphin’s path remains uncertain

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:24:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608010158.aspx
- anchor: #n1781653
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、交通部中央氣象署

Facts:
- 強烈颱風白海豚中心氣壓925百帕
- At 2 p.m. today, its center was 3,790 kilometers east of Eluanbi
- Moving at 22 kilometers per hour
- Maximum sustained winds near the center reach 51 meters per second
- The radius of 7-force winds is 300 kilometers
- Temperatures above 36 degrees Celsius

## Rescue operation resumes after avalanche in Pakistan; star of “14 Peaks: Nothing Is Impossible” remains missing

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:23:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608010157.aspx
- anchor: #n1781647
- Companies mentioned: Netflix

Facts:
- 7 climbers
- Broad Peak, which stands 8,047 meters above sea level
- Reached an altitude of about 6,600 meters
- The expedition had 10 people
- Summited all 14 peaks above 8,000 meters worldwide in 189 days

## Kumamoto quake badly damages cultural heritage; Japanese Prime Minister 高市早苗 plans to visit affected areas on 8/3

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:21:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608010145.aspx
- anchor: #n1781648
- Companies mentioned: 松濱軒、八代城跡、冰川町營造酒屋、熊本城、井寺古墳、人吉城跡、大村橫穴群、高市早苗

Facts:
- A massive collapse stretching 200 meters
- Collapses have been confirmed at 40 locations, including the west side of Nishidemaru and Suki-yamaru
- The overall restoration following the 2016 Kumamoto earthquake is scheduled for completion in 2037

## On Guanyin Bodhisattva’s enlightenment anniversary, drones clean the giant Buddha at Keelung’s Zhongzheng Park

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:17:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608010144.aspx
- anchor: #n1781645
- Companies mentioned: 基隆中正公園大佛禪院、中央社

Facts:
- The white Guanyin statue at the Great Buddha Zen Temple stands 22.5 meters tall

## Thai lawmakers and human rights activists receive death threats; 人權觀察 urges thorough investigation

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:16:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608010143.aspx
- anchor: #n1781646
- Companies mentioned: 人權觀察、Human Rights Watch、國家革命陣線、BRN、人民黨、泰國國內安全行動指揮部、ISOC、聯合國

Facts:
- 5 soldiers killed
- 6 civilians injured
- Missing since 2004 and still unaccounted for
- April this year
- This November

## 滅火器 announces added show at 高雄巨蛋; Tai Tzu-ying and Sun Shu-mei film countdown video

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:12:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202608010142.aspx
- anchor: #n1781643
- Companies mentioned: 滅火器、高雄巨蛋、ELLEGARDEN、台鋼

Facts:
- December 12
- December 13
- At noon on the 8th

## WTA Memphis women’s tennis tournament: Chan Hao-ching and partner finish as women’s doubles runners-up

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:10:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608010141.aspx
- anchor: #n1781644
- Companies mentioned: WTA、國際女子網球協會

Facts:
- A 2-year “drought” without a WTA Tour title
- 20-year-old Australian rising star Joint
- Lost 6-7 (6-8)
- And fell 3-6

## Hirano discusses difficult decision to pinch-hit in previous game; must give it everything against a stronger opponent

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:03:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608010140.aspx
- anchor: #n1781628
- Companies mentioned: 中信兄弟、味全龍隊、大巨蛋

Facts:
- CPBL’s 中信兄弟 have lost 11 of their past 12 games against 味全龍隊

## 宇樹科技: U.S. ban will not affect existing products, but future sales to the U.S. may be impossible

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:03:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608010139.aspx
- anchor: #n1781629
- Companies mentioned: 宇樹科技、美國聯邦傳播委員會（FCC）

Facts:
- The U.S. market accounted for 18.39% of revenue in each reporting period

## Source claims camellia seeds are locally grown but provides no proof; Shih Chung-liang suspects imports from China

- Published: 2026-08-01T17:58:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608010138.aspx
- anchor: #n1781565
- Companies mentioned: 源春製油廠、永豐餘、國際機能

Facts:
- 台灣苦茶籽9成5仰賴進口
- Camellia oil accounts for only about 0.1% of Taiwan’s annual edible oil supply
- China's limit for benzo[a]pyrene in oil products is 10 ppb.
- Taiwan's limit is 2 ppb.
- Soybean oil, which accounts for nearly 60% of the market

## Central Europe hit by heat wave; 匈牙利唯一核電廠 to shut down next week due to water shortages

- Published: 2026-08-01T17:51:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608010137.aspx
- anchor: #n1781501
- Companies mentioned: 匈牙利唯一核電廠、帕克斯、多瑙河、羅馬尼亞

Facts:
- It provides about 40% of the country's electricity each year.
- The shutdown may take place on Tuesday or Wednesday.

## The water level at the Wanli Creek landslide-dammed lake has risen by about 90 centimeters, with stable overflow maintained.

- Published: 2026-08-01T17:49:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608010136.aspx
- anchor: #n1781502
- Companies mentioned: 林業及自然保育署、氣象署

Facts:
- Water storage is about 6.1816 million cubic meters.
- The water level has reached an elevation of 1,091.4 meters.
- Cumulative rainfall and forecast cumulative rainfall over the next 24 hours: 3.2 millimeters.

## 将棋日本シリーズＪＴプロ公式戦 一回戦第四局 福岡大会 ８月１日（土）開催結果 初出場同士の熱戦を八代弥八段が制する

- Published: 2026-08-01T20:36:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000220.000044150.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613298-en.html
- anchor: #n1781938
- Companies mentioned: 将棋日本シリーズ、JTプロ公式戦、公益社団法人日本将棋連盟

Facts:
- Yashiro hachi-dan wins in 134 moves.
- Aug. 1, 2026 (Sat.)

## “Even on days when things don’t go well, you can still hold on to what you love.”

- Published: 2026-08-01T20:30:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000088.000047003.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613297-en.html
- anchor: #n1781939
- Companies mentioned: 育休コミュニティ MIRAIS、しまうまプリント株式会社

Facts:
- More than 1,800 people have participated in the MIRAIS community to date.
- Crowdfunding will launch on READYFOR on Aug. 1, 2026 (Saturday).
- Fundraising target: 1.2 million yen

## 小山田壮平 × Fukuoka City Market、5年ぶりとなる「風CAMP2026」を開催

- Published: 2026-08-01T20:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000188188.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613264-en.html
- anchor: #n1781927
- Companies mentioned: 小山田壮平、Fukuoka City Market

Facts:
- At Torigoe Onsen Sumi-no-Yado Campground in Tosu, Saga Prefecture, on Oct. 31, 2026 (Saturday)
- チケットは2026年8月1日（土）20:00より
- Expected attendance: 500–800 people
- DAY PASS ¥8,000
- Student, Tosu resident / FCM discount ¥6,500
- CAMP PASS ¥13,000
- Student, Tosu resident / FCM discount ¥11,000
- CAMP SITE ¥8,000
- Limited to 50 sites

## A new kind of horror entertainment project delivering ghost stories, urban legends and more in an enjoyable, easy-to-understand way: “Can You Tell a Scary Story? Can You See It?” launches! Orientation video and key visual unveiled!

- Published: 2026-08-01T20:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000085.000014692.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613269-en.html
- anchor: #n1781930
- Companies mentioned: キングレコード株式会社、YouTube、X、TikTok

Facts:
- Videos scheduled to be updated every Wednesday at 20:00!

## [Handball] Notice of the 17th National Junior High School Club Cup and its broadcast

- Published: 2026-08-01T20:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000233.000106743.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613266-en.html
- anchor: #n1781929
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人日本ハンドボール協会

Facts:
- 22 boys’ teams
- 18 girls’ teams

## [Now streaming to rave reviews!!] Latest issue of “CRAFT vol.127,” the BL magazine that delivers heart-fluttering moments ♥

- Published: 2026-08-01T20:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000362.000118288.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613265-en.html
- anchor: #n1781928
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社大洋図書、蔦池メヰジ、寿ののこ、青城硝子、user、里つばめ、吾妻香夜

Facts:
- “CRAFT vol.127”
- Streaming begins at e-book retailers from Aug. 1 (Saturday).

## [Event Report] Circular rooftop farm AGRIKO FARM PW 代々木公園 and Premium Water join forces! The 5th “Parent-Child SDGs Experience Event” was held on Aug. 1.

- Published: 2026-08-01T19:40:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000294.000045997.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613189-en.html
- anchor: #n1781802
- Companies mentioned: プレミアムウォーター株式会社、プレミアムウォーターホールディングスグループ、AGRIKO FARM PW 代々木公園

Facts:
- More than 60 groups applied, including Premium Water subscribers.
- 9 selected families, comprising 20 parents and children, took part.
- At AGRIKO FARM PW Yoyogi Park, a farm operated in collaboration with the Premium Water Group, 13 people with disabilities currently handle daily operations.

## Ayana Taketatsu and Kotono Mitsuishi confirmed for the cast: The picture book “Shiraga no Ningyo,” published in April 2026, is being adapted into a dramatic picture book.

- Published: 2026-08-01T19:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000178491.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613176-en.html
- anchor: #n1781798
- Companies mentioned: スタジオあまめ合同会社、YouTube

Facts:
- The series has surpassed 350,000 views.
- A picture book published in April 2026
- Scheduled to stream on the official YouTube channel around September 2026
- Approx. 30–40 minutes

## [TAC Civil Service] “Avoiding a Mismatch! Seminar on Choosing a Career in Civil Service” to be held online on Aug. 11 (Tuesday, national holiday)!

- Published: 2026-08-01T19:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002678.000021078.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613174-en.html
- anchor: #n1781797
- Companies mentioned: TAC株式会社、中央大学、明星大学、東京都立大学

Facts:
- Aug. 11, 2026 (Tuesday, national holiday), 15:00–16:00
- The cumulative number of final successful candidates among students enrolled in the 2025 civil service exam course (Note 1) was 5,119 (Note 2).

## 【セレッソ大阪】MAN WITH A MISSIONがセレッソ大阪の新テーマソングを書き下ろし！

- Published: 2026-08-01T19:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000292.000035196.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613161-en.html
- anchor: #n1781793
- Companies mentioned: セレッソ大阪、MAN WITH A MISSION

Facts:
- Aug. 8 (Saturday): Okayama match

## ガレッジセール・ゴリが本気でおすすめする渾身の沖縄グルメを一冊にまとめた『ゴリ★オキナワ グルメガイド（仮）』10月27日（火）発売決定＆本日より予約開始！！

- Published: 2026-08-01T19:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004284.000011710.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613159-en.html
- anchor: #n1781792
- Companies mentioned: ぴあ株式会社、ガレッジセール、YouTube

Facts:
- List price: 1430 yen (1300 yen before tax)
- A4 format, 96 pages, perfect bound

## 【大阪・本町】高知の畑から、都会の1杯へ。生産農家さん直送の国産柑橘ドリンクが主役のカフェ『CITRUS JOURNEY』がグランドオープン—— 各階でコンセプトと香りが変わる、"旅する"カフェ

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:37:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000188067.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613068-en.html
- anchor: #n1781661
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リッシュ、CITRUS JOURNEY

Facts:
- 1日の乗降客数約20万人
- 3-story space
- Seats: 60
- Approximately 80 tsubo in total

## オーストラリアのPatties Food Group J1リーグ、「FC東京」と戦略的パートナーシップを締結

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:33:18+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000187648.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613067-en.html
- anchor: #n1781662
- Companies mentioned: Patties Food Group Pty Ltd.、FC東京、Four'N Twenty、Australian Football League、UFC、ニューサウスウェールズ・ワラターズ、イオン、コストコ

Facts:
- This is our flagship brand, with a history of nearly 80 years.

## No.2 - “When you think AI, assie,” branding support powered by AI.

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000186872.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613070-en.html
- anchor: #n1781665
- Companies mentioned: assie, Productions - Fukuoka .、アール産業（Fukuoka）

## [New instructor added] Manga school カキコミ begins offering lessons by manga artist Nikumaru, known for “Bad Girl,” “Aitsu no Kanojo” and other works!

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000163481.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613069-en.html
- anchor: #n1781664
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MOT、カキコミ

Facts:
- More than 530,000 followers on X
- Approximately 100 or more videos available
- New monthly plan: 14,800 yen (before tax, 1 month)
- 半年契約プラン【新設】 76,800円(税抜・6ヶ月分)
- Annual plan: 117,600 yen (before tax, 12 months)
- Joining fee: 10,000 yen (before tax)
- Get a ¥10,000 OFF coupon!

## 吉田拓郎、7年の沈黙を破りステージへ！大阪、名古屋、2回のみ催された『吉田拓郎 スペシャルLIVE 春だったね2026』を緊急リリース！

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000173.000143140.html
- anchor: #n1781663
- Companies mentioned: 吉田拓郎、キャンディーズ、株式会社フォーライフミュージックエンタテイメント

Facts:
- First concert in 7 years
- First time on stage in 17 years
- Truly premium tickets for a venue with approximately 5000 seats
- ￥９９００ (tax included)
- Only 2 performances nationwide

## Corporate AI infrastructure “OpenSand” officially launches

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:23:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000161262.html
- anchor: #n1781649
- Companies mentioned: Ayanna Research Limited、OpenAI、Anthropic、Google、DeepSeek、GLM、Kimi、Qwen、MiniMax、Seedance

Facts:
- Hit rate of 65–85% or higher

## [Event] “Let’s Make and Eat Kyoto Sweets at Tsuruya Yoshinobu!” Make summer vacation memories with a wagashi-making experience for parents and children.

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:22:50+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000170.000045479.html
- anchor: #n1781650
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 鶴屋吉信

Facts:
- At the main store on Aug. 21, 2026 (Friday)
- お1人様につき、税込3,300円

## Instantly screen photos taken at the venue with music. The Mac app for on-site use, S-Pro即上映スライドショー, is now available.

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:18:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000144342.html
- anchor: #n1781651
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ポイントイェス、S-Pro即上映スライドショー

Facts:
- The App Store price is 2,000 yen.
- Supported OS: macOS 12.0 or later

## Notice of new official partner agreement with Patties Food Group Pty Ltd.

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:10:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001022.000034942.html
- anchor: #n1781630
- Companies mentioned: Patties Food Group Pty Ltd.、Four’N Twenty、FC東京、東京フットボールクラブ株式会社

Facts:
- Since its founding in 1966
- Loved for approximately 80 years

## 【東急Sレイエス フットボールスクール】夏の特別紹介キャンペーン2026

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000509.000059271.html
- anchor: #n1781631
- Companies mentioned: 東急Sレイエス フットボールスクール、NAS溝の口、むつみ幼稚園

Facts:
- During August and September 2026
- Aug. 1, 2026 (Saturday)
- Sep. 30, 2026 (Wednesday)
- Arrange the products on the 1st or 16th of each month
- You may be asked to wait about 2 weeks from that point

## 【8月1日リニューアル】オールインクルーシブのクラブラウンジと新客室が誕生！『クインテッサホテル The Collection 大阪ベイ』ファミリーやグループでも、多彩な食とフリーフローを1日中満喫

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:03:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000221.000034663.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3612959-en.html
- anchor: #n1781632
- Companies mentioned: コアグローバルマネジメント株式会社、クインテッサホテル The Collection 大阪ベイ

Facts:
- A diverse selection of guest rooms in 5 types
- 50 rooms across 5 types
- Total number of guest rooms: 240
- Hotel operations business (35 properties in Japan)

## Sort out post-resignation concerns before summer vacation—モラエル runs its “Summer Fresh Start Consultation Campaign” through August 31

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:02:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000167519.html
- anchor: #n1781633
- Companies mentioned: サポートメイト株式会社、モラエル

Facts:
- 2026年8月4日から8月31日まで

## Third wave of artists announced for “Kyoto Music Expo 2026,” the music event hosted by くるり marking its 20th anniversary; イープラス presale reservations begin!

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000183769.html
- anchor: #n1781642
- Companies mentioned: くるり、Homecomings、Rimba、James Macaulay and The Ancient Highballs、イープラス、大垣書店、京都市都市緑化協会、キョードーインフォメーション

Facts:
- 20th anniversary of the Kyoto Music Expo
- くるり marks its 30th anniversary
- About 562 kg of food waste collected over 2 days
- Funding target: ¥5,000,000
- About 320 kg of food waste collected at the venue
- Advance tickets: ¥13,000 (includes an Onpaku seat)
- Tickets on the day: ¥14,000 (includes an Onpaku seat)
- UNDER 22: Advance tickets: ¥9,900 (includes an Onpaku seat)
- 2-day pass: ¥23,000 (includes an Onpaku seat)
- 2-day UNDER22 pass: ¥17,000 (includes an Onpaku seat)

## [Activities begin Saturday, August 1] 2 new members debut from VTuber agency ハコネクト!!

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000136.000078155.html
- anchor: #n1781641
- Companies mentioned: ハコネクト、株式会社アナログ、analog inc.

Facts:
- 2 new members make their debut
- Activities began in June 2021

## Yokohama live house 1000CLUB, scheduled to close at the end of September, has chosen a new location and will reopen in Yokohama Kannai in December

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000171.000011641.html
- anchor: #n1781640
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社LD&K、1000CLUB

Facts:
- Capacity: about 1000 people standing
- Currently operates 41 live music venues and restaurants nationwide.

## [東急Sレイエス フットボールスクール] A summer of challenges! Special enrollment campaign 2026

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000508.000059271.html
- anchor: #n1781639
- Companies mentioned: 東急Sレイエス フットボールスクール、NAS溝の口、むつみ幼稚園

Facts:
- Enroll during August or September 2026 to get a special deal on enrollment.
- August 1, 2026 (Saturday)–September 30, 2026 (Wednesday)

## An official fan club for 5-member men's idol group ONE-WISH has opened on “Bitfan”!

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001667.000017372.html
- anchor: #n1781638
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SKIYAKI、ONE-WISH、docomo、au、SoftBank、ペイディ

Facts:
- Web membership: ¥720 (tax included)
- Web membership: ¥2,200 (tax included)
- Web membership: ¥4,400 (tax included)
- Capital: 31 million yen

## An official website and fan club for rookie 6-member idol group ツキナミ have opened on “Bitfan”!

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001671.000017372.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3612969-en.html
- anchor: #n1781637
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SKIYAKI、ツキナミ、Bitfan、docomo、au、SoftBank、ペイディ

Facts:
- Crew member (Basic): ¥600 per month (tax included)
- Special crew member (Premium): ¥3,300 per month (tax included)
- Capital: 31 million yen

## A fan club for singer-songwriter にゃんぞぬデシ has opened on “Bitfan”!

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001674.000017372.html
- anchor: #n1781636
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SKIYAKI、Bitfan、にゃんぞぬデシ

Facts:
- Monthly fee: ¥600 (tax included)

## A fan club for singer-songwriter Takako Shirai has reopened with a revamp on “Bitfan”!

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001675.000017372.html
- anchor: #n1781635
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SKIYAKI、Bitfan、docomo、au、SoftBank、ペイディ

Facts:
- 45th anniversary since debut
- Monthly fee: ¥500 (tax included)

## A collaboration music video by “HUNTER×HUNTER” and “Unhappy birthday syntax” featuring 櫻坂46 will premiere on ジャンプチャンネル at 23:55 on Sunday, August 2!

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001966.000002610.html
- anchor: #n1781634
- Companies mentioned: HUNTER×HUNTER、櫻坂46、ジャンプチャンネル、集英社、小学館集英社プロダクション、ソニーミュージックグループ

Facts:
- The series has surpassed 84 million copies in circulation, including digital editions
- The channel has surpassed 2.65 million subscribers

## 四国水族館で幻想的な夜の水族館『Nightscapeこがねいろ2026』開催中

- Published: 2026-08-01T17:48:26+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000156.000098767.html
- anchor: #n1781563
- Companies mentioned: 四国水族館、株式会社四国水族館開発

Facts:
- 2026年7月18日（土）～8月30日（日）の期間
- Hours: 9:00–19:30 (last admission 19:00), July 18–August 10 and August 16–August 30
- 9:00–21:00 (last admission 20:30), August 11–August 15
- Price: ¥680 (tax included)
- Adults (high school students and ages 16 and up): ¥2,600
- Elementary and junior high school students 1,400 yen
- Children (age 3 and over) 700 yen

## Sales begin for “P-MIX Studio,” video playback and production software for Mac developed for live events

- Published: 2026-08-01T17:46:57+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000144342.html
- anchor: #n1781564
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ポイントイェス

Facts:
- Regular price: ¥19,800 (tax included)
- Special price: ¥5,000 (tax included)

## After Hours International》Is the AI frenzy the next financial tsunami? 楊光磊: The market is punishing “this group of people”; investment returns will come in “this 1 year”

- Published: 2026-08-01T20:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153286
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613236-en.html
- anchor: #n1781867
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、三星、SK海力士、Google、Tesla、Microsoft、Meta、NVIDIA

台積電 reported strong earnings, but its share price fell amid excessive optimism about AI. Yang Guang-lei said clear investment returns would not emerge until 2028 or later. The market is punishing companies that spend ahead of returns.

## Good news for parents! Legislator proposes full health insurance subsidies for children under 6, saving families nearly 萬元 a year; latest developments revealed

- Published: 2026-08-01T19:53:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11153326
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613239-en.html
- anchor: #n1781868

KMT legislator 许宇甄 has proposed an amendment calling for the central government to fully subsidize health insurance premiums for children under 6, saving families nearly 萬元 a year and addressing the declining birthrate.

## 賴瑞隆 launches ground and air campaigns! 三 support groups rally grassroots backing in a day; six major policy pledges unveiled on Indigenous Peoples' Day to promote diversity and shared prosperity

- Published: 2026-08-01T19:46:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153329
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613260-en.html
- anchor: #n1781869

高雄市長候補の賴瑞隆氏は、陸戦と空戦を同時に展開し、三民、梓官、岡山の3つの地域で後援会を立ち上げ、基層の支持を集結させた。また、原住民族日を記念して、原住民文化との交流を通じて多元共栄の政策を提唱した。

## 2026 Hakka Reading Festival heads to 六龜 and 美濃, following the “Taiwan Tea Road” to savor tea and Hakka village culture

- Published: 2026-08-01T19:43:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153328
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613242-en.html
- anchor: #n1781870
- Companies mentioned: 財團法人高雄市客家文化事務基金會、日閱書局

The 2026 Hakka Reading Festival has launched a guided walking tour, “六龜、美濃－臺灣茶之路.” Organized by the Hakka Affairs Commission of Kaohsiung City Government and hosted by the Hakka Public Communication Foundation, the event lets participants experience tea-making, tea cuisine and fruit picking in the countryside, deepen their understanding of 右堆 Hakka culture, and explore the achievements of young people returning to their hometowns and sustainable development.

## The second 呈祥盃 hosted by 呈祥保經 gets underway! Building a professional-level corporate basketball tournament and putting ESG and sustainable business culture into practice

- Published: 2026-08-01T19:41:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153327
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613245-en.html
- anchor: #n1781871
- Companies mentioned: 凱基人壽、新光人壽、第一金人壽、安聯人壽、安達人壽、友邦人壽、保誠人壽

呈祥保經 has held its second national basketball tournament, themed around ESG and sustainable insurance. The event introduced the first women's 3X3 competition and professional-level standards, strengthening corporate wellness culture and team cohesion.

## Don't just add garlic and dried shrimp when stir-frying cabbage! The Agriculture and Food Agency shares 1 tip for a sweeter, crisper, more savory dish with restaurant-quality flavor

- Published: 2026-08-01T19:31:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11153324
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613248-en.html
- anchor: #n1781872

The Agriculture and Food Agency and Japanese vegetable experts unveiled a “microwave preheating plus high-heat stir-frying” technique for making restaurant-quality stir-fried cabbage at home. They provided detailed guidance from selection to cooking.

## “構・築” the landscapes of life: craft artist 許明香's solo exhibition opens at the ceramics museum

- Published: 2026-08-01T19:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153318
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613251-en.html
- anchor: #n1781873

陶藝家許明香’s solo exhibition “構・築” is on view at the Yingge Ceramics Museum. It presents 28 works spanning more than 30 years of artistic practice, using clay to depict landscapes of place, memory and life, and highlights the diversity of Taiwanese crafts.

## 桃園新屋's young mayors training camp gets underway, with 蘇俊賓 backing 13 years of educational tradition

- Published: 2026-08-01T19:09:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153323
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613254-en.html
- anchor: #n1781874
- Companies mentioned: 桃園市高中小學家長會長協會

桃園 City Deputy Mayor 蘇俊賓 attended the 十三th Little Mayors Leadership Training Camp, praising the Parent-Teacher Association Presidents Association for promoting youth leadership education over 13 years and emphasizing the city government's support for grassroots talent development.

## Ministry of Health and Welfare honors outstanding social safety net performers! Kaohsiung wins awards for 4 outstanding individuals and 1 outstanding group, showcasing its social welfare strengths

- Published: 2026-08-01T19:06:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153321
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613257-en.html
- anchor: #n1781875

Kaohsiung City received awards for 4 outstanding individuals and 1 group at the social safety net awards hosted by the Ministry of Health and Welfare, highlighting its strengths in social welfare and cross-sector cooperation and its significance for local governance.

## Tops spin into a frenzy at the Kaohsiung franchise expo; spend 300 yuan on domestic fresh milk to enter and win prizes worth 500,000 yuan

- Published: 2026-08-01T19:03:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153311
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613263-en.html
- anchor: #n1781876
- Companies mentioned: 台湾连锁加盟促进协会

The 2026 Taiwan International Franchise Exhibition in Kaohsiung has launched the “White Tornado Domestic Fresh Milk Spinning-Top Championship.” Consumers who buy at least 300 yuan of domestic fresh milk can enter, with total prizes worth 500,000 yuan. The event aims to promote domestic fresh milk and support Taiwan's dairy industry.

## A branch of a “well-known Taiwanese hotel chain” closes for good today! After 20 years, it becomes history; ticket arrangements revealed

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:58:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11153319
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613119-en.html
- anchor: #n1781729
- Companies mentioned: 洲際酒店集團、IHG

福容大飯店台北一館 closed on August 1 after its lease expired, ending 20 years of operations. The rights attached to tickets already sold will not be affected. The hotel also announced a partnership with 洲際酒店集團 and plans to open the new brand 台北福容華邑酒店 in 2027.

## 陽岱鋼 announces retirement! 21-year professional baseball career comes to an end; body unable to keep up with mind was key factor

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:50:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153312
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613122-en.html
- anchor: #n1781730
- Companies mentioned: 北海道日本火腿鬥士隊、讀賣巨人隊、Oisix新潟天鵝之皇隊

Yang Dai-kang, a 39-year-old Taiwanese baseball player who played in Japan, announced his retirement, ending a 21-year professional career and citing his declining physical condition. Former teammate Atsunori Inaba came to congratulate him.

## 高為元 draws criticism for seeking a U.S. university presidency after being reappointed as NTHU president; he defends his decision: Taiwan cannot retain talent through emotional appeals alone

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:49:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153303
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613116-en.html
- anchor: #n1781731

National Tsing Hua University President 高為元's bid for the University of Hawaii presidency in the United States after his reappointment has sparked questions about his integrity. Experts say it reflects differences in higher education culture and salary systems between Taiwan and the United States, and that Taiwan needs institutional reform to retain talent.

## Today's (8/1) top stories! Latest on the 2026 一萬 cash handout / 蒋万安 calls for a no-confidence vote, leaving a powerful KMT figure rattled / nationwide “15,000-yuan fuel subsidy” arrives

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:35:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11153317
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613125-en.html
- anchor: #n1781732

A proposal to provide a 10,000 cash payment across Taiwan passed its first reading in the Legislative Yuan and moved to committee review. Support measures are also advancing in various regions, including fuel subsidies from the Ministry of Transportation and exemptions from health insurance contributions for older people. Chiang Wan-an’s proposal to bring down the government has drawn opposition within his party.

## 黃柏霖's “Africa Smart Light Project” reaches milestone of 100 schools, bringing education to refugee centers to transform lives

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:24:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153316
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613134-en.html
- anchor: #n1781733

Kaohsiung City Councilor 黃柏霖's “Africa Smart Light Project” has supported 76 African schools and refugee centers, with a goal of reaching 百 schools by year-end. The project uses information technology education to transform the lives of disadvantaged groups.

## Not just air conditioners and fans! Energy Administration reveals 5 major household power guzzlers that “quietly cost money even when switched off”—appliances people never think to unplug

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:22:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11153304
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613131-en.html
- anchor: #n1781734
- Companies mentioned: 経済部エネルギー署、台湾電力公司

経済部エネルギー署と台電が、家庭の待機電力問題を警告。使用していない家電でもプラグを差したままでは電力を消費し、電気代が高騰する原因になると指摘。省電策を呼びかけている。

## 竹北 employment service officer 黃秋雲 honored by the Ministry of Health and Welfare after 17 years of dedicated service, helping disadvantaged clients overcome trauma and secure stable jobs

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:21:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153314
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613128-en.html
- anchor: #n1781735

黃秋雲, an employment service officer at the 竹北 Employment Center, was honored by the Ministry of Health and Welfare for 17 years of dedicated work supporting disadvantaged job seekers. She helped a 16-year-old client, 小文, overcome a family crisis and find stable work, demonstrating the key role of the social safety net.

## Kaohsiung Agriculture Bureau backs young farmers and beekeepers, promoting industry exchanges and accepting applications for cash aid for bee colony losses

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:18:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153313
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613137-en.html
- anchor: #n1781736

The Kaohsiung City Government’s Agriculture Bureau is working to strengthen networks among young farmers while providing disaster assistance to beekeepers. It is holding industry networking events and providing cash aid for bee colony losses caused by drought to bolster farm businesses.

## Executive Yuan pours NT$40 billion into fixing “hell for pedestrians”; she reveals the real timeline: completing sidewalks will take more than 300 years

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:12:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153307
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613140-en.html
- anchor: #n1781737

時代力量 Chair 王婉諭 cited government data showing that sidewalks are present on just 21.1% of roads in Taiwan and 39.29% of roads in urban areas. At the current pace, it would take 127 to 300 years or more to complete the network. She criticized inconsistent data and slow progress, and urged the central government to set long-term targets.

## 李四川 says he is unaware of 蘇巧慧's contributions to the 三鶯 line; 蘇's camp says records show she secured billions in forward-looking infrastructure funding and coordinated construction

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:12:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153310
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613150-en.html
- anchor: #n1781738

KMT candidate 李四川 said he was unaware of 蘇巧慧's contributions to the 三鶯 line. Her campaign responded that public records show she sought 百億 in funding years ago and coordinated construction work. The dispute highlights differing views of candidates' contributions to infrastructure projects.

## Tops spin into action at the Kaohsiung franchise expo as 千 parents and children rush to try domestic fresh milk

- Published: 2026-08-01T18:09:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153309
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613155-en.html
- anchor: #n1781739

The Taiwan Chain Stores and Franchise Association launched a domestic fresh milk spinning-top competition at the 2026 Kaohsiung Franchise Exhibition, attracting more than 千 parents and children. Participants qualified by making purchases, combining entertainment with support for local agriculture and strengthening families' affinity for domestic dairy products.

## U.S. takes tough new step against visa overstays! Consulates can set “visa bonds” of up to $20,000

- Published: 2026-08-01T17:55:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153301
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3612951-en.html
- anchor: #n1781568

The United States has made permanent a requirement for visa applicants from 50 countries to pay a security deposit of up to $20,000. The measure is intended to prevent visa overstays, but human rights groups have criticized it as discriminatory.

## 不用對身分證！「免費喝手搖飲、全品項5折」CoCo/珍煮丹/UG也買一送一，8月飲料優惠懶人包

- Published: 2026-08-01T17:36:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11153305
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3613011-en.html
- anchor: #n1781569
- Companies mentioned: CoCo都可、珍煮丹、UG、青山、50嵐、大茗、大苑子、Easyway 休閒小站、一沐日、COMEBUY、可不可熟成紅茶、丘森茶室、萬波島嶼紅茶、季緣、麻古茶坊

Major Taiwanese bubble tea brands rolled out a series of summer promotions in August. Offers such as free drinks and buy-one-get-one deals are aimed at attracting consumers as competition in the market intensifies.