# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-02 12:00–15:00 JST

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 66 items from 3 sources; Japan, 26 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Taiwan stocks endure a volatile week of sharp drops and rebounds; a look at the factors shaping the outlook

- Published: 2026-08-02T14:40:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608020084.aspx
- anchor: #n1789060
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、美光、ASML、AMD、微軟、輝達、亞馬遜、三星電子、SK海力士、SK hynix

Facts:
- First plunged more than 3700 points in 3 trading days
- Surged 3186.45 points in a single day
- Closed at 43119.75 points
- Fell 535.09 points overall
- Fell a cumulative 3006.16 points in July
- Trading range reached 8834 points
- The latest total market capitalization of listed companies was NT$140.8481 trillion
- Down about NT$1.73 trillion from last week
- 亞馬遜 shares surge 15%
- 微軟 and 輝達 rise about 3%
- Nasdaq Composite rose 251.68 points
- Up 1%
- Fee

## India’s 夏爾馬 wins women’s singles title, becoming the youngest champion in Taipei badminton tournament history

- Published: 2026-08-02T14:39:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608020083.aspx
- anchor: #n1789057
- Companies mentioned: 夏爾馬、阮垂玲、戴資穎、中央社

Facts:
- 17 years and 223 days old
- World ranking: No. 34
- Just 18 years and 109 days old

## The Dragons’ strong record is attributed to foreign players and players’ mindset; pinch-hitting success rate stands out

- Published: 2026-08-02T14:35:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608020082.aspx
- anchor: #n1789058
- Companies mentioned: 味全龍隊、樂天桃猿隊、中信兄弟

Facts:
- 打擊率3成24
- Collected 23 hits
- 2 home runs
- Recorded 16 RBIs

## Dodgers successfully bolster roster at trade deadline, acquire Cy Young-winning ace Tarik Skubal

- Published: 2026-08-02T14:34:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608020081.aspx
- anchor: #n1789055
- Companies mentioned: MLB、ロサンゼルス・ドジャース、デトロイト・タイガース、ESPN、運動員、紐約洋基、西雅圖大學、老虎

Facts:
- Won the Cy Young Award for 2 consecutive seasons
- Pursuing a 3-peat in the World Series
- Between 1998 and 2000
- Since 2014
- Career record of 61 wins and 42 losses
- 3.04 ERA
- ERA below 2.80 in each of the past 4 seasons
- In 2024, led the league with a 2.39 ERA
- Posted a 2.21 ERA again in 2025
- Posted a 2.87 ERA in 9 starts
- Racked up 71 strikeouts
- Issued just 8 walks
- 16 games

## Addressing the Kumamoto earthquake, 3 Hualien County candidates propose policies to strengthen disaster resilience

- Published: 2026-08-02T14:28:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608020080.aspx
- anchor: #n1789056
- Companies mentioned: 國家政策研究基金會

Facts:
- Donated NT$50,000

## Taoyuan police crack 140 cases in crackdown; Vietnamese man missing for 6 years arrested while fleeing

- Published: 2026-08-02T14:23:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608020079.aspx
- anchor: #n1789054
- Companies mentioned: 桃園市警局、桃園分局、中路派出所

Facts:
- A total of 140 cases involving various offenses were uncovered
- A total of 10 road checkpoints were planned
- 14 inspection points
- Deployed 70 officers for the operation
- 137 people involved in the cases

## Lula seeks reelection, campaigning on Brazil’s sovereignty amid pressure from Trump

- Published: 2026-08-02T14:16:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608020078.aspx
- anchor: #n1789051
- Companies mentioned: 巴西國內、聖保羅州工黨、吉杜里奧瓦加斯基金會

Facts:
- Lula (Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva), a left-wing heavyweight in Latin American politics, is both admired and criticized in 巴西國內. He will formally announce his 7th bid for the presidency at the national convention of 聖保羅州工黨 (PT). Lula served 2 consecutive presidential terms from 2003 to 2010.
- This time, Lula’s main opponent is Bolsonaro’s eldest son, 45-year-old incumbent Senator Flavio Bolsonaro.

## OPEC+ expected to continue raising output; capacity constraints and talks over new quotas may add uncertainty

- Published: 2026-08-02T14:16:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608020077.aspx
- anchor: #n1789052
- Companies mentioned: OPEC+、沙烏地阿拉伯、俄羅斯、睿諮得能源、瑞士銀行、DNB Carnegie、伊朗、阿聯、美伊

Facts:
- OPEC+ may raise daily output by 188,000 barrels
- Total production cuts are close to 6 million barrels per day
- Current output is holding at about 9 million barrels per day
- Production target of 9.8 million barrels per day

## Man suspected of losing control smashes screen police station gate; sent for involuntary treatment and referred for investigation

- Published: 2026-08-02T14:16:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608020076.aspx
- anchor: #n1789053
- Companies mentioned: 屏東地檢署、屏東縣警察局、屏東分局、屏東衛生局、中央社

Facts:
- A member of the public reported the incident on July 31

## Addressing difficulty boarding buses for Keelung commuters, Tong Tzu-wei proposes dispatching buses from service hubs

- Published: 2026-08-02T14:13:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608020075.aspx
- anchor: #n1789048
- Companies mentioned: 民進黨、中央社

Facts:
- Proposed a highway commuting platform in July

## 經費遭大幅刪凍 楊儒門：台灣需留下真實的公視

- Published: 2026-08-02T14:10:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608020074.aspx
- anchor: #n1789049
- Companies mentioned: 公視、Facebook

Facts:
- More than NT$1 billion in donations to 公視 was proposed for cuts and freezes

## Heavy rain and flash floods in Gansu; death toll rises to 25

- Published: 2026-08-02T14:09:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608020073.aspx
- anchor: #n1789050
- Companies mentioned: 中國國家防災減災救災委員會

Facts:
- 25 people dead
- 23 people injured

## Chiayi man shouts threats at doctor, calls court to admit wrongdoing after questioning and receives suspended sentence

- Published: 2026-08-02T14:03:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608020072.aspx
- anchor: #n1789042
- Companies mentioned: 嘉義地方法院、大林慈濟醫院

Facts:
- Sentenced to 4 months in prison
- 2-year suspended sentence
- Pay NT$10,000

## Tourism training institute said to have unclear division of responsibilities; Tourism Administration says functions are complementary

- Published: 2026-08-02T14:02:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608020071.aspx
- anchor: #n1789043
- Companies mentioned: 台湾观光研训院、观光署

Facts:
- To promote sustainable development of the tourism industry, the Tourism Administration allocated NT$56.5 million from the Tourism Development Fund over the past 5 fiscal years (110 to 114)

## 2026NTSO國際青少年管弦樂營 錄取率約3成

- Published: 2026-08-02T13:59:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202608020070.aspx
- anchor: #n1788981
- Companies mentioned: 國立台灣交響樂團、NTSO國際青少年管弦樂營、國台交、挪威奧斯陸愛樂管弦樂團、法國巴黎管弦樂團、中央社

Facts:
- A total of 303 people auditioned
- 92 students were ultimately accepted
- 錄取率約3成
- This year’s camp participants range in age from 12 to 23
- Those aged 16 to 18 made up the largest share, at about 48%
- 6 exchange students from Thailand were admitted

## 「黑道家族」重要綠葉文森帕斯托過世 享壽80歲

- Published: 2026-08-02T13:51:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202608020069.aspx
- anchor: #n1788919
- Companies mentioned: HBO、Deadline、法新社、四海好傢伙、角頭風雲、黑道家族、聯邦調查局、法網遊龍、律師本色、鯊魚黑幫、誰是接班人、川普

Facts:
- Died at age 80

## 川普剛宣布停火有突破 以色列連2天空襲加薩

- Published: 2026-08-02T13:50:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608020068.aspx
- anchor: #n1788920
- Companies mentioned: 川普、哈瑪斯、和平理事會

Facts:
- At least 8 people killed
- 哈瑪斯 has controlled Gaza for nearly 20 years

## Gang dispute in New Taipei City; police bureau targets 竹聯幫仁堂 in anti-gang crackdown

- Published: 2026-08-02T13:45:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608020067.aspx
- anchor: #n1788918
- Companies mentioned: 竹聯幫仁堂

Facts:
- A total of 28 criminal organizations were investigated
- 126 suspects
- NT$149,000 in illicit funds seized
- A total of 1747 officers were mobilized during the operation
- 662 locations used by gangs as protection rackets or regular gathering spots were searched or inspected
- 8 criminal organizations with ties to the group were uncovered
- 32 suspects

## Drawing on lessons from the 2016 earthquake, Kumamoto’s semiconductor industry to gradually resume operations

- Published: 2026-08-02T13:31:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608020066.aspx
- anchor: #n1788913
- Companies mentioned: 東京威力科創、索尼半導體製造公司、瑞薩電子、台積電子

Facts:
- 東京威力科創 (Tokyo Electron) will resume full production on Aug. 3 at its Koshi and Ozu facilities in Kumamoto Prefecture.
- 索尼半導體製造公司 will resume production in stages on Aug. 4 at its plant in Kikuyo, Kumamoto Prefecture
- Production is expected to return to pre-earthquake levels by mid-August.
- 瑞薩電子’s Nishiki plant in Nishiki began gradually resuming production on the evening of July 29, the day after the earthquake
- It returned to its previous production capacity on the morning of July 31.
- 瑞薩’s Kawajiri plant in Kumamoto City is expected to gradually restart production on Aug. 5.
- 索尼半導體製造公司 took 3 and a half months to fully resume operations after the 2016 Kumamoto earthquake.

## Keelung junior high school receives threatening email; police identify teenage suspect and refer case for prosecution

- Published: 2026-08-02T13:28:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608020065.aspx
- anchor: #n1788914
- Companies mentioned: 基隆市、基隆市警察局、第四警分局、教育處、中央社

Facts:
- Just for fun

## One month after Tibetan self-immolations, human rights groups in Taiwan protest Chinese Communist Party oppression

- Published: 2026-08-02T13:20:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608020064.aspx
- anchor: #n1788910
- Companies mentioned: 中國銀行

Facts:
- More than 170 Tibetans at home and abroad have set themselves alight

## Trump: U.S. and Israel agree to pause attacks on 伊朗, provided an agreement is reached quickly

- Published: 2026-08-02T13:16:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608020063.aspx
- anchor: #n1788909
- Companies mentioned: 美國、以色列、伊朗、伊朗伊斯蘭共和國、哥倫比亞廣播公司、CBS News、真實社群、Truth Social

Facts:
- The military deterrence, strength and power on display will be unprecedented since World War II.

## Asian American deaf pilot Xu Zhimin inspires students to push beyond their limits at a lecture.

- Published: 2026-08-02T13:15:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608020062.aspx
- anchor: #n1788904
- Companies mentioned: 國家太空中心、TASA、麻省理工學院、哈佛大學、賓州大學

Facts:
- Nearly 60 people took part.

## Taichung City Hall uses 340 road surveillance cameras to monitor traffic in real time.

- Published: 2026-08-02T13:13:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608020061.aspx
- anchor: #n1788905
- Companies mentioned: 台中市交通局、中央社

Facts:
- Weekdays from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Round-the-clock monitoring with 24-hour, three-shift staffing.
- Operates for about 4 hours.

## As part of a major financial rewards campaign, company trains new immigrants in financial management and as instructors.

- Published: 2026-08-02T13:13:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608020060.aspx
- anchor: #n1788906
- Companies mentioned: 金管會、台北富邦銀行、北富銀、One-Forty、南洋台灣姊妹會、松山家商、師大特殊教育中心、富邦人壽、台灣財經素養教育推廣協會、賽珍珠基金會、國泰人壽、中信銀行

Facts:
- As of 2025, a cumulative 32 students with special needs had taken part.
- As of 2025, cumulative investment exceeded NT$36 million.
- Supported more than 4,800 students.
- Prevented 198 fraud cases in 2025.
- Protected about NT$150 million in public assets.
- 阻詐金額占整體壽險業9成
- A total of 6 "Cathay Happiness Farms" were established.
- Held more than 20 trust awareness and financial education events.

## Taoyuan Cup 3-on-3 basketball tournament plagued by ghost teams; 桃園市體育局 apologizes.

- Published: 2026-08-02T13:11:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608020059.aspx
- anchor: #n1788907
- Companies mentioned: 桃園市政府、桃園市體育局、中央社、Threads

Facts:
- The Taoyuan Cup National 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament enters its 10th edition this year.
- More than 2,000 teams entered this year.
- Nearly 8,000 players registered.
- A tender with a reserve price of NT$5 million.

## Unlicensed drunk driver causes repeated crashes; Kaohsiung motorist could face fines exceeding NT$180,000.

- Published: 2026-08-02T13:11:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608020058.aspx
- anchor: #n1788908
- Companies mentioned: 高雄市政府警察局鼓山分局

Facts:
- Blood alcohol level was 1.19 milligrams per liter.
- The maximum fine could total NT$186,600.

## Police bust illegal gambling den hidden in a Tainan tin-roofed house after seizing the chance to raid when the door opened.

- Published: 2026-08-02T13:07:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608020057.aspx
- anchor: #n1788899

Facts:
- 3 gambling arcade machines.
- More than NT$30,000 in gambling stakes.
- 6 gamblers.

## World Cup equity sale plan scrapped; football communities in different countries react differently.

- Published: 2026-08-02T13:03:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608020056.aspx
- anchor: #n1788898
- Companies mentioned: 国际足球总会（FIFA）、欧洲足球总会（UEFA）、英格兰足球协会（English FA）、中北美洲及加勒比海足球协会（CONCACAF）、德国足球协会（German FA）、挪威足球协会（Norway FA）、荷兰足球协会（KNVB）、摩洛哥皇家足球总会（FRMF）、亚洲足球联盟（AFC）

## Lin Chen-wei allows 3 runs over 5.1 innings in 2A start, earns his 4th win of the season.

- Published: 2026-08-02T12:47:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608020055.aspx
- anchor: #n1788775
- Companies mentioned: 聖路易紅雀隊、明尼蘇達雙城2A、美職、小聯盟2A

Facts:
- Pitched 5.1 innings.
- Allowed 3 earned runs.
- His 4th win of the season.
- Threw 77 pitches in total.
- Gave up 6 hits.
- Including 1 home run.
- Recorded 7 strikeouts.
- Issued 1 walk.
- Postgame ERA: 4.98.

## An "Mm-hmm" says more than a thousand words: Graduating children with developmental delays show the power of early intervention.

- Published: 2026-08-02T12:46:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608020054.aspx
- anchor: #n1788776
- Companies mentioned: 第一社會福利基金會、第一兒童發展中心、新北市愛智發展中心、世界衛生組織

Facts:
- A total of 35 children graduated.
- Of them, 17 are about to enter kindergarten.
- 17 are moving on to elementary school.
- Children with developmental delays account for about 6% to 8% of newborns.
- For every NT$1 invested in early intervention,
- NT$3 in special education costs can be saved.
- Received 8 months of early intervention.

## Is Chang Hwa Bank leading a "public-public merger" with IBF Financial? Ministry of Finance: No further plans yet.

- Published: 2026-08-02T12:45:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608020053.aspx
- anchor: #n1788777
- Companies mentioned: 国票金、第一金、兆豐金、彰化银行、财政部

## 民眾黨 marks its 7th anniversary; Huang Kuo-chang: Work with the blue camp to win year-end elections.

- Published: 2026-08-02T12:32:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608020052.aspx
- anchor: #n1788772
- Companies mentioned: 民眾黨、國民黨、盧秀燕、蔣萬安、賴政府、徐欣瑩、高虹安、邱臣遠、柯文哲

## Former New Taipei councilor Liao Cheng-liang, implicated in corruption, has travel restrictions extended by 8 months.

- Published: 2026-08-02T12:28:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608020051.aspx
- anchor: #n1788773
- Companies mentioned: 新北市、最高法院、士林地方法院、高院、中央社

Facts:
- Restrictions on leaving the country and sailing extended by 8 months.
- Paid NT$300,000 in compensation.
- Sentenced to 5 years and 8 months.

## Kumamoto quake death toll rises to 38 on fifth day; first suspected disaster-related death reported.

- Published: 2026-08-02T12:16:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608020050.aspx
- anchor: #n1788769
- Companies mentioned: 日本放送協會（NHK）、熊本日日新聞、每日新聞

Facts:
- The death toll in the prefecture has risen to 38.
- The number of damaged homes in the prefecture has risen to 3,649.
- A total of 210 evacuation shelters have been set up in Kumamoto Prefecture.
- 9,226 people are taking shelter.
- A total of 69,400 households have lost water service.

## China's new entry and exit rules take effect 9/15; people with controlled technology may find it hard to leave the country.

- Published: 2026-08-02T12:16:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608020049.aspx
- anchor: #n1788770
- Companies mentioned: 國務院、中國國家移民管理局、司法部、公安部、國家移民局

Facts:
- China will implement new entry and exit management rules starting September 15.
- The rules contain 19 provisions.
- Immigration authorities may bar a person from entering the country for 1 to 5 years from the date their punishment is fully served.

## 金州勇士 re-sign Melton and Payton, retain 10 key players.

- Published: 2026-08-02T12:04:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608020039.aspx
- anchor: #n1788758
- Companies mentioned: 金州勇士、NBA、美聯社、鳳凰城太陽、太陽、曼菲斯灰熊、費城76人

Facts:
- 10 players will remain with the team for the 2026-27 season.
- The Warriors went 37-45 last season.
- Melton played 49 games last season.
- Averaged 23 minutes per game.
- Posted a career-high 12.3 points.
- Posted career highs of 12.3 points, 3.2 rebounds and 2.6 assists.
- Missed the first 22 games of the season.
- Played in just 6 games.
- Played in 405 games in total.
- Payton appeared in a career-high 73 games last season.
- Averaged 7.5 points.
- Averaged 7.5 points, 3.6 rebounds and 1.7 assists.
- Average.

## Immersive exhibition “Memory Pollution Exhibition,” exploring the unreliability of memory, opens today in Shibuya, Tokyo

- Published: 2026-08-02T14:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000062.000025254.html
- anchor: #n1789059
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社闇、株式会社TwoGate、ぴあ株式会社、株式会社 東京音協、株式会社エフエム東京、株式会社MBS企画、東急不動産株式会社

Facts:
- Attracted approximately 400,000 people in total
- Held more than 200,000 times
- ¥2,300 (tax included)
- Running time: 110 minutes
- 90 people will be invited free of charge by lottery
- Admission ticket: ¥2,300 (tax included)
- Admission ticket with audio guide: ¥3,290 (tax included)

## [For international markets] UnReact Co., Ltd. releases e-commerce app “UR: Product Last Sold Label”

- Published: 2026-08-02T14:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000275.000072693.html
- anchor: #n1789044
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社UnReact、Shopify

Facts:
- Basic Plan: $3.99 per month
- 7-day free trial
- Officially launches at 10:00 on July 22, 2026
- 175 countries worldwide
- More than 1 million shops

## Knives Out × Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba collaboration, 2nd edition, coming August 2!

- Published: 2026-08-02T14:05:18+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000657.000071247.html
- anchor: #n1789045
- Companies mentioned: NetEase Games、集英社、ufotable、アニプレックス

Facts:
- August 2, 2026, 0:00 (Sunday)
- September 2, 2026, 23:59 (Wednesday)
- Collaboration gacha offering up to 120 pulls
- Cumulative logins over 30 days

## DLE to produce animation! “FGO” short anime “Fate/Grand Order: Fujimaru Ritsuka Doesn’t Get It” Season 4 set to stream!

- Published: 2026-08-02T14:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000343.000026677.html
- anchor: #n1789047
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ディー・エル・イー、TYPE-MOON、KADOKAWA、INSPIONエッジ、LIVE LAB.

Facts:
- Held on August 1 and 2, 2026
- Streaming begins: August 7 (Friday)
- The latest comic, Volume 7, is now on sale!

## <Broadcast announcement> “2026 JAEJOONG ZEPP & HALL LIVE TOUR – 4% –” to air for the first time on television, exclusively in October 2026! CS衛星劇場 衛星劇場

- Published: 2026-08-02T14:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000937.000006470.html
- anchor: #n1789046
- Companies mentioned: JAEJOONG、CS衛星劇場、iNKODE JAPAN、衛星劇場

Facts:
- First-ever television broadcast, airing exclusively on October 31 (Saturday)
- 9 p.m.
- September 27 (Sunday), 7:30 p.m.
- 7:30 p.m.
- 0570-001-444
- 03-6741-7535

## [西武渋谷店 event] “It’s summer! It’s the sea! Mochinyan Summer Festival” enters its final stretch!

- Published: 2026-08-02T13:33:17+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000033.000182392.html
- anchor: #n1788915
- Companies mentioned: 西武渋谷店、王媽媽、開璽、連珍、流求茶館、プラッツブランド、金川製茶、SUNファーム、T-SHIRT-YA、Kiitos、Aqua Lino、SUN湘南ギフト、Shonan Spirit、北英明、hirosato、長尾くみこ、株式会社ディー・ビジュアル

Facts:
- “王媽媽 Traditional Pineapple Cakes” (3-piece pack, individual item)
- “Imperial Consort Lychee Cakes” (3-piece pack, individual item)
- 開璽, a long-established Taiwanese confectionery maker approaching its 100th anniversary
- 連珍, a long-established Taiwanese confectioner founded in 1912
- “2026 Mochi-uma Certified, Exquisite Sweet No. 1”
- An event limited to 140 attendees, featuring song ambassador Chihaya Yoshitake

## YORISOI-operated media surpasses 150,000 total social media followers and 200 million combined TikTok and YouTube views

- Published: 2026-08-02T13:32:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000175265.html
- anchor: #n1788916
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社YORISOI、転職.com

Facts:
- Total social media followers: more than 150,000
- Combined TikTok and YouTube views: more than 200 million
- YouTube channel subscribers: approximately 98,000
- Capital: ¥9.5 million

## [New opening in Kodaira City] Storage facility “スペラボ小平花小金井店” to open on September 1, 2026!

- Published: 2026-08-02T13:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000809.000062166.html
- anchor: #n1788917
- Companies mentioned: スペラボ、UKCorporation、アユカワTV

Facts:
- 700 locations
- 22,000 rooms
- 23 minutes on foot
- As little as 1 hour
- 800,000 vacant homes

## ユニクロ Amu Plaza Kumamoto store to resume operations on August 3 (Monday)

- Published: 2026-08-02T13:21:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000061.000068550.html
- anchor: #n1788911
- Companies mentioned: ユニクロ、ファーストリテイリング、ジーユー、PLST

Facts:
- We are pleased to announce that operations will resume at 10 a.m. on August 3, 2026 (Monday).
- Business hours: 10:00–20:00

## ノジマＴリーグ 2026-2027 regular season: Match order announced for August 2 match between 日本ペイントマレッツ and トップおとめピンポンズ名古屋

- Published: 2026-08-02T13:20:36+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003022.000038094.html
- anchor: #n1788912
- Companies mentioned: ノジマＴリーグ、日本ペイントマレッツ、トップおとめピンポンズ名古屋

Facts:
- ノジマＴリーグ 2026-2027 regular season
- Taking place August 2

## A limited-capacity, fun-filled seaside adventure is coming to “キガシタ,” a secluded spot in Izu!

- Published: 2026-08-02T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000146006.html
- anchor: #n1788903
- Companies mentioned: 伊豆漁業協同組合、株式会社ウミゴー、雲見ダイビングサービスはまゆ、愛海丸、松崎町観光協会

Facts:
- The event will be held over 2 days, August 22 (Saturday) and 23 (Sunday)
- 20 people each in the morning and afternoon
- Adults: ¥6,000 (tax included)
- Children (elementary school age and under): ¥4,500 (tax included)
- 駐車１台：1500円（税込）
- Underwater fishing rod: ¥300 (tax included)

## “More than just relocating.” Building local roots and nurturing the future—今治市 is recruiting approximately 30 community development volunteers from across Japan! [Imabari City, Ehime Prefecture]

- Published: 2026-08-02T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000105.000136949.html
- anchor: #n1788902
- Companies mentioned: 今治市、今治市役所、菊間のエビ、宝島社、田舎暮らしの本、大山祇神社、村上三島記念館、大三島美術館、丹下健三、伊東豊雄、鈍川温泉

Facts:
- Approximately 80% of community development volunteers settle in the area after completing their term
- A total of 89 people have been hired to date
- 65 have completed their terms
- 9 new members will join in Reiwa 8
- 24 members, including those in their 2nd and 3rd years, are active throughout the city
- Missions across 18 diverse fields
- Monthly pay: ¥202,410
- 賞与年2回

## Why do people take action even without compensation? “Community Building Study Group,” bringing together business owners who run communities, to be held in Shinjuku on August 26 (Wednesday)

- Published: 2026-08-02T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000122.000016218.html
- anchor: #n1788901
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社経営参謀、JINEN株式会社、三谷産業株式会社、株式会社カオナビ

Facts:
- Capacity: 20 people
- Participation fee: ¥5,980
- More than 50 companies supported

## ＆honey introduces its most concentrated premium hair pack in the series (※1)! “＆honey Precious Repair Hair Pack” launches August 26, 2026 (Wednesday)

- Published: 2026-08-02T13:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000233.000022090.html
- anchor: #n1788900
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ヴィークレア、アンドハニー、セラティス、アンドペア、ソラ ウェザーケア、リ ケラチン、アイピーセクション

Facts:
- Approximately 50% honey fermentation extract, in a high concentration
- Contains approximately 30 trillion keratin honey particles
- More than 95% repair and moisturizing ingredients
- ¥1,450 (before tax) ¥1,595 (tax included)
- ¥90 (before tax) ¥99 (tax included)
- 200g
- 12 g

## ノジマＴリーグ 2026-2027 regular season: Match order announced for August 2 match between 九州カリーナ and 木下アビエル神奈川

- Published: 2026-08-02T12:40:42+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003021.000038094.html
- anchor: #n1788774
- Companies mentioned: ノジマＴリーグ、九州カリーナ、木下アビエル神奈川

Facts:
- Taking place August 2

## The 3 series “Shokudo no Obachan,” “Konkatsu Shokudo” and “Yurei Izakaya” surpass 1.3 million copies; the long-awaited 2nd installment of the first children’s book by Matsumoto Seicho Prize-winning author Eiko Yamaguchi is set for release, with an event announced!

- Published: 2026-08-02T12:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000064.000121698.html
- anchor: #n1788771
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社理論社、紀伊國屋書店、ベーカリー＆カフェ ルパ

Facts:
- List price: ¥1,320 (tax included)
- Capacity: 40 people

## しまむらグループ to hold the “Avail Halloween Prep Fair” on its online store, しまむらパーク, starting August 3 (Monday)!

- Published: 2026-08-02T12:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000444.000066095.html
- anchor: #n1788759
- Companies mentioned: しまむらグループ、株式会社しまむら、カジュアル＆シューズアベイル、しまむらパーク

Facts:
- 8/3（月）12:00～ 8/16（日）23:00の期間

## [Ibaraki Prefecture | 水戸プラザホテル] “PLAZA KAWAII Exhibition,” a special hotel girls’ event featuring beauty, photography and sweets, to be held on August 30 (Sunday)

- Published: 2026-08-02T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000085.000117440.html
- anchor: #n1788768
- Companies mentioned: 水戸プラザホテル、株式会社伊勢甚本社

Facts:
- August 30, 2026 (Sunday)
- 1日8名様限定
- 300th anniversary

## [ｔｆｉｔ] New product! A glitter version of the viral powder is here!

- Published: 2026-08-02T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000123.000068383.html
- anchor: #n1788767
- Companies mentioned: TFIT、株式会社ときわ商会

Facts:
- Price: 1,760 yen (1,600 yen before tax)
- Price: 1,650 yen (1,500 yen before tax)
- Price: 1,870 yen (1,700 yen before tax)

## New product: Skin Sun Prep Base from ｔｆｉｔ!

- Published: 2026-08-02T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000124.000068383.html
- anchor: #n1788766
- Companies mentioned: TFIT、株式会社ときわ商会

Facts:
- Price: 2,420 yen (2,200 yen before tax)
- On sale starting August 2026

## 【楽天お買い物マラソン】焦点工房 楽天市場店、8月4日（火）20時より全商品ポイント2倍キャンペーンを開催！

- Published: 2026-08-02T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000697.000071960.html
- anchor: #n1788765
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社焦点工房、焦点工房、楽天市場、TTArtisan、7Artisans、Thypoch、Viltrox、LIGHT LENS LAB、SHOTEN、Schneider-Kreuznach

Facts:
- 2x points
- Up to 49.5x points
- Regular price: 18,900 yen
- 2x points: 342 points
- Effective price: 18,558 yen
- Regular price: 171,000 yen
- 2x points: 3,108 points
- Effective price: 167,892 yen
- Regular price: 145,000 yen
- 2x points: 2,636 points
- Effective price: 142,364 yen

## Fortunes for the second half of 2026 | Aomori's God, 木村藤子, sees your complete fortune for the second half of 2026. A “Midsummer Good Fortune Campaign” is underway on the official fortune-telling website

- Published: 2026-08-02T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001319.000074768.html
- anchor: #n1788764
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社レンサ、木村藤子◆幸せの条件、みのり、せきらら-Sekirara-、テックマニア -techmania-

Facts:
- 550 yen per month (tax included)

## A campaign to celebrate the transfer serialization, with coins up for grabs! The beloved couple story is back♪ “WジュリエットII” begins transfer serialization on マンガPark on August 2!

- Published: 2026-08-02T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002398.000046848.html
- anchor: #n1788763
- Companies mentioned: 白泉社、LINEマンガ、マンガPark

Facts:
- 5 bonus coins
- Starts August 2 (Sunday)
- August 8 (Sat)

## Experience 乃木坂46’s “Midsummer National Tour 2026” tour finale at the Meiji Jingu concert in a karaoke room! JOYSOUND’s “Miru Hako” to livestream and rebroadcast the show!

- Published: 2026-08-02T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002909.000004747.html
- anchor: #n1788762
- Companies mentioned: 乃木坂46、JOYSOUND、USEN、U-NEXT GROUP、株式会社エクシング

Facts:
- Livestreamed over a total of 4 days
- 各日１名あたり4,600円(税込・別途室料)

## “I have to change myself…” 平祐奈 tears up as a member takes a step forward after struggling… The handsome model backed by アン ミカ delivers one golden quote after another! 藤森慎吾 says of the “100-point” relationship advice, “I want them as a friend” | 『ガールオアレディ3』

- Published: 2026-08-02T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003694.000064643.html
- anchor: #n1788761
- Companies mentioned: ABEMA、AbemaTV,Inc.、ガールオアレディ3

Facts:
- Boasts a combined total of 4 million followers
- Has disclosed undergoing cosmetic surgery costing a total of 10 million yen
- “ABEMA Premium,” priced at 1,180 yen per month (tax included)
- “ABEMA Premium with Ads,” priced at 680 yen per month (tax included)

## JO1’s 河野純喜 confirmed as a guest! 河野純喜: “There was a major development, and everyone in the studio stood up and screamed”

- Published: 2026-08-02T12:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003698.000064643.html
- anchor: #n1788760
- Companies mentioned: JO1、ABEMA、ニューヨーク、WANIMA、礼賛の書、PRODUCE 101 JAPAN THE GIRLS、月とオオカミちゃんには騙されない

Facts:
- 14 handsome men and beautiful women
- 16 handsome men and beautiful women
- More than 600,000 total followers across social media
- The first season aired in 2021
- A finalist in the “Mr. Aoyama Contest 2025”
- This season marks the show’s 7th season
- August 4, 2026
- 9 p.m.

## Fuji Rock 26 wraps up in style! 120,000 music fans rock Naeba as organizers tease a spectacular return for the "30th anniversary".

- Published: 2026-08-02T13:37:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153382
- anchor: #n1788982

Japan’s largest outdoor music festival, Fuji Rock 26, drew 120,000 attendees in Naeba, Niigata, and concluded safely. The 30th-anniversary Fuji Rock 27 has been confirmed for 2027.

## SUMMER SONIC 2026 celebrates its 25th anniversary! Organizers reveal new heat countermeasures and upgraded services for overseas fans.

- Published: 2026-08-02T13:35:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153381
- anchor: #n1788983

SUMMER SONIC 2026 marks its 25th anniversary and is stepping up heat countermeasures and multilingual services for overseas fans. Organizers aim to promote exchanges between Taiwanese and Japanese music fans and offer a next-generation music experience.

## Annual salary reaches NT$3.3 million! Jensen Huang names 4 occupations as future high-paying jobs, requiring no advanced degree and in high demand in the AI era.

- Published: 2026-08-02T13:19:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11153380
- anchor: #n1788984
- Companies mentioned: NVIDIA、McKinsey & Company

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says skilled trades such as plumbing and electrical work will be in high demand and highly paid in the AI era, with annual salaries of more than $100,000 and no college degree required, sparking interest in career changes.

## 台糖5月早知中聯毒油出包 最強菜農酸南二都首長「跌落神壇」：稽查淪一場笑話

- Published: 2026-08-02T13:13:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153387
- anchor: #n1788985
- Companies mentioned: 台糖、中聯油脂、福懋、南僑

台糖5月已知中聯油脂原料油苯駢芘超標，僅通報供應商未報衛福部，引發政治風波。林佳新批評南部首長稽查成笑話，質疑綠營食安治理失效。

## Middle East conflict takes a sudden turn! US strikes Iran, then Trump calls them off again, saying regional allies have finalized a ceasefire framework.

- Published: 2026-08-02T13:10:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153386
- anchor: #n1788986

U.S. President Trump announced an agreement on a framework for Middle East peace and halted airstrikes on Iran. The agreement aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the nuclear threat, but neither Iran nor Israel has issued an official response. The situation in the Middle East remains tense.

## Taiwanese beverage chain hit by wave of closures! From a peak of 513 outlets to just 2, as branches across Taiwan disappear.

- Published: 2026-08-02T13:09:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11153385
- anchor: #n1788987

Taiwanese popular beverage brand 阿娘威！廖老大茶坊 has rapidly declined, shrinking from 513 outlets to just 2. It was founded by former racer 廖志賢, with quality issues and controversial remarks cited as causes.

## Was National Tsing Hua University President Kao Wei-yuan wrong to "keep looking while employed"? US-based professor reconstructs key timeline: He had the best résumé but lost out over this issue.

- Published: 2026-08-02T12:41:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153379
- anchor: #n1788838
- Companies mentioned: 夏威夷大學馬諾阿分校、國立清華大學

National Tsing Hua University President Kao Wei-yuan took part in the University of Hawaii presidential search immediately after winning re-election, sparking a controversy over “looking for a better job before leaving the current one.” U.S.-based professor Weng Da-rui said the problem was that Kao continued “looking for another horse” after accepting re-election, undermining professional loyalty.

## Yen hits a 40-year low as the U.S. steps in to “inject support”! First joint market intervention in 30 years; BOJ governor signals rate hikes

- Published: 2026-08-02T12:40:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153378
- anchor: #n1788839
- Companies mentioned: 高盛、モルガン・スタンレー、花旗グループ

The U.S. Treasury intervened in the foreign exchange market to defend the yen for the first time in 30 years, while the Bank of Japan signaled a rate hike. The U.S. and Japan coordinated their efforts to stabilize markets.

## Could the “suspension of pension cuts and payment of the shortfall” for public servants face a new hurdle? Not included in next year’s overall budget? Examination Yuan responds

- Published: 2026-08-02T12:27:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11153377
- anchor: #n1788840
- Companies mentioned: 行政院、銓敘部

The Examination Yuan clarified that payments to make up the shortfall in public-sector pensions are required by law and do not need to be listed separately in next year’s overall budget. Payments will continue monthly, and the policy will remain unchanged unless the Constitutional Court rules it unconstitutional.

## Taiwan Sugar clarifies that all 32 oil product tests passed; rejected out-of-spec raw materials never entered production

- Published: 2026-08-02T12:23:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153376
- anchor: #n1788841
- Companies mentioned: 中聯油脂、福懋公司、SGS

Taiwan Sugar clarified its response to the benzo[a]pyrene contamination issue involving 中聯油脂, saying all 32 oil product tests passed. The problematic raw materials were rejected before delivery and never entered the production line. The move helps maintain consumer confidence in the safety of its products.

## 台糖5月就知中聯毒油卻未通報？作家對比南僑「吹哨還被罰」：高雄市要如何懲處

- Published: 2026-08-02T12:22:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153372
- anchor: #n1788842
- Companies mentioned: 台糖、南僑、中聯油脂、福壽公司、大統益

台糖5月發現中聯油脂苯駢芘超標卻未通報，導致民眾可能多食用兩個月毒油。作家漂浪島嶼質疑其責任，對比南僑吹哨遭罰，凸顯監管不公。

## Will Taiwan stocks plunge or rise on Monday? Expert reveals key factors and names “these 6 stocks” as bargain opportunities

- Published: 2026-08-02T12:13:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11153375
- anchor: #n1788843
- Companies mentioned: TSMC、Hon Hai Precision Industry、MediaTek、ASE Holding、Chunghwa Telecom、Yageo Corporation

The direction of Taiwan stocks on Monday has drawn attention. An expert analyzed key factors and recommended 6 undervalued, high-quality stocks, pointing to investment opportunities amid market panic.

## South Korean stocks plunge as capital flees! Anger targets the Lee Jae-myung government, with some retail investors vowing to “never invest again”

- Published: 2026-08-02T12:07:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153373
- anchor: #n1788844
- Companies mentioned: サムスン電子、SKハイニクス、eToro Group、インドシューズ・ウェルス・マネジメント

South Korea’s stock market plunged, prompting individual investors to carry out large-scale sell-offs. Criticism is mounting that leveraged ETFs tied to individual stocks, promoted by the government, fueled the volatility, and some investors vowed never to invest again.

## How much do you need to save to retire at 65? Expert reveals the basic threshold: Save at least “this amount” to avoid money worries

- Published: 2026-08-02T12:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11151941
- anchor: #n1788698

Japanese financial planner Yoshihiro Nagao is reexamining the conventional wisdom that “20 million yen is needed for retirement” and stressing the importance of realistic savings strategies based on individuals’ income and spending patterns. The proposal aims to dispel excessive anxiety and encourage rational retirement planning, making it significant for many ordinary households.

## Public servants’ pension shortfall payments have arrived! Legislator reminds retirees not to forget “1 thing” and offers a one-click calculator for how much to take as a lump sum

- Published: 2026-08-02T11:50:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11153371
- anchor: #n1788699
- Companies mentioned: 銓叙部

Taiwanese legislator 陳昭姿 announced the start of differential payments for public-service pensions. Payments for fiscal years 114–115 are expected to be deposited by August 1, and she is also calling for early payments for fiscal years 113 and 114.

## 盧秀燕 gets a “VIP seat” at the Taiwan People’s Party anniversary celebration; 黃國昌 reveals cooperation plans: “We will continue exchanging views on major policies”

- Published: 2026-08-02T11:34:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153370
- anchor: #n1788700
- Companies mentioned: 中聯油脂、台糖

The Taiwan People’s Party invited Kuomintang member and Taichung Mayor 盧秀燕 to its anniversary celebration. Chair 黃國昌 stressed that the two sides would continue cooperating on major policies and criticized the 賴清德 government’s handling of food safety, calling on the Executive Yuan to disclose the truth.

## Apple supply chain on alert! Cook admits chip shortages could take a toll; shares plunge more than 7%

- Published: 2026-08-02T11:30:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153360
- anchor: #n1788701
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、OpenAI、Anthropic、Amazon、Forrester

Apple faced worsening supply constraints due to surging demand and a chip shortage, and its stock fell more than 7%. Meanwhile, Amazon shares rose 10% on strong performance from AWS. This signals a turning point for the tech industry.

## Could there be a solution to traffic jams in the Hsuehshan Tunnel? Netizens’ call for odd-even license plate restrictions gets debunked; insider reveals 1 trick for a smooth, queue-free trip

- Published: 2026-08-02T11:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11151230
- anchor: #n1788702

Chronic traffic congestion has plagued Taiwan’s National Freeway 5 at the Hsuehshan Tunnel. Online users proposed diverting traffic based on whether license plates have odd or even numbers, but the idea drew considerable opposition. Experts say slow-moving vehicles, dubbed “turtle cars,” are the fundamental problem, and solutions such as speed limits and dynamic tolls are under discussion.

## Taiwan stocks rebound sharply, but you’re still underwater? Ruan Mu-hua identifies the “retail investors’ worst-hit sector”: these 7 financial stocks are a haven

- Published: 2026-08-02T11:27:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153366
- anchor: #n1788703
- Companies mentioned: 台积电、鸿海、联发科、台达电、南亚、阳明、台化

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## Earning NT$90,000 a month! 26-year-old woman out-earns typical office workers with “1 side hustle,” with startup costs under NT$10,000

- Published: 2026-08-02T11:15:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11151868
- anchor: #n1788704

Kayli Robles, a 26-year-old American, used her accounting expertise to start a bookkeeping firm with less than 10,000 yen in funds. Within several months, she reached a monthly income of 90,000 yen and began helping businesses improve their finances.

## Why are Koreans so slim despite eating instant noodles and rice cakes so often? Insider points to “3 reasons”: Japanese people do it too, while Taiwan is losing badly

- Published: 2026-08-02T11:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11151213
- anchor: #n1788707

The fact that South Koreans often eat a high-carbohydrate diet yet are generally slim has sparked online debate. Netizens and experts say the main reasons are high levels of daily walking, portion control and the popularity of fitness and cosmetic procedures.

## Zhang Linghe and William Chan lose out! Top 10 most handsome military-uniform heartthrobs in Chinese dramas: the winner is commanding and devoted, with acting so powerful it brings viewers to tears

- Published: 2026-08-02T11:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11153361
- anchor: #n1788706
- Companies mentioned: BEAUTY美人圈

Weibo users’ “Top 10 Most Handsome Military Uniformed Men in Chinese Dramas” ranking was announced, with 鍾漢良 taking No. 1. As Republican-era dramas grow in popularity, male actors in military uniforms are attracting attention.

## Weather forecast／Super Typhoon Dolphin approaches Taiwan! “Chance of impact surges to 50%”; heavy rain across Taiwan for 3 days, latest track revealed, with forecast for when skies will clear

- Published: 2026-08-02T11:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11153363
- anchor: #n1788705

Severe Typhoon Dolphin is approaching waters off northern Taiwan, with a 50% chance of impact. Northern Taiwan is forecast to have heavy rain for 3 days starting Aug. 7. The Central Weather Administration has also issued orange and yellow heat alerts, warning the public to prepare for both extreme heat and storms.

## Disney and Princess Cruises lose out! It takes the crown among the top 10 cruise brands: luxurious rooms, abundant food and so many facilities that families won’t want to leave

- Published: 2026-08-02T10:45:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11144944
- anchor: #n1788708
- Companies mentioned: 皇家加勒比集團、雲頂香港、名勝世界郵輪公司、三井海洋郵輪、Norwegian Cruise Line

“網路溫度計DailyView” used big data analysis to reveal the ten cruise brands attracting the most online attention. The top-ranked brand won over users with luxury facilities and fine food, reflecting growing demand for family travel and high-quality vacations.

## Are public-sector pension shortfall payments falling through? 李來希 slams the Executive Yuan over 1 issue: “Explain it clearly”

- Published: 2026-08-02T10:44:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153362
- anchor: #n1788709

A Taiwanese bill halting public pension cuts has sparked a dispute between the Executive Yuan and the Examination Yuan over compensation payments. 李來希 criticized the Executive Yuan and called for transparency.

## Is AI demand still going strong? South Korea’s semiconductor exports surge 179% in July; Samsung says chip shortages could last until 2028

- Published: 2026-08-02T13:10:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6555910
- anchor: #n1788921
- Companies mentioned: サムスン電子、SKハイニクス

South Korea’s semiconductor exports in July surged 178.8% year on year, driven by sustained AI demand. Samsung warned that the chip shortage would continue through 2028, boosting confidence in the South Korean economy.

## U.S. AI stocks lose $470 billion in market value after Kimi K3 launch; Silicon Valley stunned by China’s rapid AI rise

- Published: 2026-08-02T13:00:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6554405
- anchor: #n1788778
- Companies mentioned: 月之暗面、OpenAI、Anthropic、Tesla、摩根大通、高盛

China’s 月之暗面 unveiled Kimi K3, wiping $470 billion in market capitalization from U.S. AI stocks. Advances in Chinese AI technology are shaking Silicon Valley.

## Trump TACO! Says Iran strikes called off “at the request of Middle Eastern countries”; “Both sides have reached an understanding on a framework for an agreement”

- Published: 2026-08-02T12:04:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6555901
- anchor: #n1788638

U.S. President Trump announced he would halt military attacks on Iran following requests from Iran and Middle Eastern countries. A framework agreement has been reached that includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz and ending the nuclear threat.

## Airfare pricing enters the AI era! Cheap tickets could become a thing of the past as airlines use real-time price changes to squeeze out more revenue

- Published: 2026-08-02T12:00:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6552555
- anchor: #n1788639
- Companies mentioned: Delta Air Lines、Virgin Atlantic、Amadeus、PROS、Fetcherr、WestJet、Azul Airlines、Volantio

Airlines are using AI to adjust ticket prices in real time in an effort to maximize revenue. This will make it harder for passengers to find cheap tickets, but it also enables flexible pricing based on demand.