# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-02 18:00–21:00 JST

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 53 items from 3 sources; Japan, 19 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Chen Yung-chi drives in 2 runs with 2 hits to help Lions end losing streak, earns MVP

- Published: 2026-08-02T20:46:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608020176.aspx
- anchor: #n1791042
- Companies mentioned: 統一7-ELEVEn獅隊、樂天桃猿隊、中央社

Facts:
- Chen Yung-chi drives in 2 runs with 2 hits
- The 43-year-old Chen Yung-chi is in his retirement year
- Chung Yun-hua closes it out for his 22nd save of the season

## 台糖 rejects 中聯 crude oil; Shih Chung-liang says raw materials are not subject to mandatory reporting

- Published: 2026-08-02T20:29:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608020175.aspx
- anchor: #n1791039
- Companies mentioned: 台糖、中聯、南僑、嘉義源春製油廠

Facts:
- 台糖今年5月已通報中聯油脂311號油槽原料油檢驗不合格
- Following an investigation by the Taipei City Department of Health, the company was fined NT$3 million in accordance with the law
- 台糖 conducted 12 voluntary inspections this year
- The Kaohsiung City Department of Health conducted 12 inspections
- The Taiwan Food and Drug Administration conducted 8 inspections
- A total of 32 inspections
- Test results exceeded the legal benzo[a]pyrene limit of 2.0 ppb

## Logue posts impressive numbers against the Dragons, says curveball is an important pitch in his career

- Published: 2026-08-02T20:29:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608020174.aspx
- anchor: #n1791040
- Companies mentioned: 中信兄弟、味全龍

Facts:
- A 0.47 ERA against them this season
- Led the team to a 7-0 win over 味全龍
- He was named the game's most valuable player (MVP), helping the team snap a 9-game losing streak against the Dragons.
- Including today's game, Logue has faced the Dragons 3 times this season and earned 2 wins
- He gave up just 1 run in 19 innings

## Nippon Pro Baseball's Lin An-ke extends hit streak to 3 games; 2 hits and 1 RBI help Seibu win

- Published: 2026-08-02T20:27:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608020173.aspx
- anchor: #n1791038
- Companies mentioned: 埼玉西武獅隊、歐力士猛牛隊

Facts:
- Recorded a hit in 3 straight games
- 2 hits in the game
- 1 RBI
- Seibu beat the 歐力士猛牛隊 5-1
- They secured their 2nd straight win
- 賽後打擊率2成35

## US and Japan said to join forces to support yen; Reuters: Japan's finance minister to confirm on the 3rd

- Published: 2026-08-02T20:22:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608020172.aspx
- anchor: #n1791036
- Companies mentioned: 路透社、日本財務省、美國財政部、日本央行、日本銀行

Facts:
- Authorities may sell as much as $58.97 billion to support the yen

## Brothers snap 9-game losing streak against Dragons; Hirano praises Kao Yu-chieh's 2 at-bats

- Published: 2026-08-02T20:15:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608020171.aspx
- anchor: #n1791033
- Companies mentioned: 中信兄弟、味全龍隊

Facts:
- Beat 味全龍隊 7-0
- Ended a 9-game losing streak against them
- Logue delivers a quality start, allowing no runs over 7 innings
- Kao Yu-chieh shines with 2 hits and 3 RBIs
- He threw 99 pitches over 7 innings
- He gave up 5 hits
- Recorded 5 strikeouts
- The quality start earned him his 7th win of the season

## Violent storms hit central and southern Chile, killing 2 and leaving more than 2000 stranded by floods

- Published: 2026-08-02T20:13:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608020170.aspx
- anchor: #n1791034
- Companies mentioned: 智利國家防災應變署、法新社

Facts:
- At least 2 people were killed
- More than 2000 people were stranded
- Nearly 350 people were injured or suffered property damage
- Authorities issued 13 evacuation alerts
- Winds gusted at more than 100 kilometers per hour
- 13 people died
- At least 4000 homes were damaged

## Matsu Art Island work selected for French film festival; Lin Yi-chi hopes for triumphant screening

- Published: 2026-08-02T20:11:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202608020169.aspx
- anchor: #n1791035
- Companies mentioned: 法國亞爾國際短片影展、馬祖國際藝術島、中央社

Facts:
- A work from the 3rd 馬祖國際藝術島
- A wartime story of women across 4 eras in Matsu
- Centered on 10 women from Beigan
- The 12th Arles International Short Film Festival

## Ferry fire in Indonesia kills 5, leaves 41 missing; authorities continue search and rescue

- Published: 2026-08-02T20:03:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608020168.aspx
- anchor: #n1791027
- Companies mentioned: 印尼國家搜救總署、法新社、路透社、雅加達環球報、KMP Mutiara Sentosa 2、東爪哇省、南蘇拉威西省、錫江市、丹絨裴拉克港

Facts:
- At least 5 people have died
- 41 people are missing
- The ferry was carrying 271 passengers and crew
- 225 people have been rescued

## Vice President Hsiao visits Pingtung International Packaging Plant's cold-chain logistics facilities; operations to begin in February 116

- Published: 2026-08-02T20:02:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608020167.aspx
- anchor: #n1791028
- Companies mentioned: 屏東縣農業國際化標準包裝加工廠、台灣屏東農業國際運銷股份有限公司

The Pingtung County Government is investing NT$1.363 billion to build an internationally standardized agricultural packaging and processing plant, scheduled to begin operations in February 2027. It will integrate cold-chain logistics and quarantine services to boost the export competitiveness of Pingtung agricultural products.

Facts:
- Built at a cost of NT$1.363 billion
- Can handle about 50% of Pingtung's annual exports
- Pineapples are grown on 3476 hectares
- Annual output is about 105,000 metric tons
- About 10,000 metric tons of pineapples can be exported
- Mangoes are grown on about 4178 hectares
- Annual output is about 38,000 metric tons
- Exports total about 900 metric tons
- The international packaging plant covers about 1.98 hectares
- It can process up to 30 metric tons of mangoes per day

## 美國眾院外委會榮譽主席麥考爾訪台 將晉見賴總統

- Published: 2026-08-02T19:44:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608020166.aspx
- anchor: #n1790905
- Companies mentioned: 麥考爾、賴清德、林佳龍、強生、蕭美琴、中央社

Facts:
- 這次是麥考爾在國會議員任內第3度訪台

## New Taipei's Sanying Tourism Festival underway; Hou You-yi says visitors can experience its unique cultural appeal

- Published: 2026-08-02T19:41:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608020165.aspx
- anchor: #n1790902
- Companies mentioned: 新北市政府、客家文化園區、市立美術館、鶯歌陶瓷博物館

Facts:
- From now through August 31

## Taiwanese and sign language human rights camp tours Taoyuan's Atayal historic sites

- Published: 2026-08-02T19:41:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202608020164.aspx
- anchor: #n1790903
- Companies mentioned: 國家人權博物館、桃園市、泰雅族、樂信．瓦旦、林瑞昌、大豹群故事館、林茂成、林沛緹

Facts:
- A group of 40 members of Taiwanese-speaking and sign-language families will take part
- August 16 marks the 127th birth anniversary of 樂信．瓦旦

## Xinyuan Cup pickleball tournament opens at NTU Sports Center, with more than 500 players competing

- Published: 2026-08-02T19:40:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608020163.aspx
- anchor: #n1790904
- Companies mentioned: 心元網球、台北101

Facts:
- More than 500 players competing
- Total prize money of NT$100,000

## China's COVID-19 infection rate rises above 20%

- Published: 2026-08-02T19:36:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608020162.aspx
- anchor: #n1790901
- Companies mentioned: 中國疾控中心

Facts:
- Up 4 percentage points from the previous week

## Philippines sets territorial sea baselines around Democracy Reef; Taiwan's Foreign Ministry says talks should not exclude Taiwan

- Published: 2026-08-02T19:32:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608020161.aspx
- anchor: #n1790900
- Companies mentioned: フィリピン、台湾、国民党、聯合國

Facts:
- The Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs said on July 31

## Ukedo Beach in Fukushima confirms its safety, opens for the first time since the Great East Japan Earthquake

- Published: 2026-08-02T19:19:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608020160.aspx
- anchor: #n1790897
- Companies mentioned: 日本放送協會（NHK）

Facts:
- The 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake
- 9 a.m. on August 1

## Car suspected of crashing into guardrail and plunging down embankment on Hualien-Taitung Coastal Highway's Shuilian section; 1 dead, 1 injured

- Published: 2026-08-02T19:17:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608020159.aspx
- anchor: #n1790898
- Companies mentioned: 花蓮縣消防局、吉安警分局

Facts:
- Plunged down an embankment more than 10 meters deep

## 台糖 rejects semi-finished products from 中聯油脂; Tainan City launches administrative investigation into company headquarters

- Published: 2026-08-02T19:08:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608020158.aspx
- anchor: #n1790896
- Companies mentioned: 台糖、中聯油脂

台糖 rejected raw materials from 中聯油脂 that exceeded the benzo[a]pyrene limit. The Tainan City Government announced an administrative investigation into 台糖's headquarters to clarify whether it fulfilled its reporting obligations and management responsibilities.

Facts:
- Tainan City Government launches administrative investigation into 台糖 headquarters
- 台糖 found benzo[a]pyrene levels above the limit when it sent purchased raw materials for testing
- The contaminated raw materials did not enter products sold on the market

## Taiwan team wins 3 gold, 2 silver and 7 bronze medals at Philippine model competition

- Published: 2026-08-02T19:03:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608020157.aspx
- anchor: #n1790889
- Companies mentioned: 菲律賓模型推廣團體

Facts:
- Taiwan team wins 3 gold medals among more than 800 international entries
- Taiwan team wins 3 gold and 2 silver medals among more than 800 international entries
- Taiwan team wins 3 gold, 2 silver and 7 bronze medals among more than 800 international entries
- More than 800 entries competed this year
- Taiwan entered 12 works this year

## New Taipei mayoral race heats up; Lee Chuan and Su Chiao-hui step up campaign stops

- Published: 2026-08-02T19:02:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608020156.aspx
- anchor: #n1790890
- Companies mentioned: 國民黨、民進黨

Facts:
- A city designed from a “95-centimeter perspective”
- Provides NT$30,000 in caregiving subsidies to families of premature babies
- Provides companies with incentives of up to NT$1 million

## NBA star 拉文 visits Daxi, tries calligraphy and moon-block divination to experience Taoyuan culture

- Published: 2026-08-02T19:01:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608020155.aspx
- anchor: #n1790891
- Companies mentioned: 拉文、Zach LaVine、桃園市政府觀光旅遊局、大溪百年茶坊蘭室、福仁宮、興安社神將、共義團北管

Facts:
- 拉文 is a 2-time NBA Slam Dunk Contest champion

## Typhoon Dolphin approaches the Ryukyu Islands; its track diverges after 6 days, with heavy rain expected in northern mountain areas

- Published: 2026-08-02T18:51:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608020154.aspx
- anchor: #n1790763
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、氣象署

Facts:
- The center was located over the sea about 3120 kilometers east of Taipei
- Moving at 22 kilometers per hour
- 中心氣壓930百帕
- Maximum sustained winds near the center were 48 meters per second
- The average radius of seven-level winds was 320 kilometers
- Moving at 5 kilometers per hour
- Locally, temperatures will exceed 36 degrees Celsius

## Kumamoto earthquake hits AEON Uto store; customer killed after being trapped under ceiling

- Published: 2026-08-02T18:47:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608020153.aspx
- anchor: #n1790764
- Companies mentioned: 永旺集團、日本放送協會、時事通信社

Facts:
- A magnitude 7.1 earthquake
- Maximum intensity of 7
- Death toll rises by 2 to 38
- Secure 73 facilities, including hotels and inns
- Can accommodate around 2200 people at most

## Huang Shijie discusses transport platforms for Yangmei and Luzhu; Taoyuan City government lists construction achievements

- Published: 2026-08-02T18:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608020152.aspx
- anchor: #n1790765
- Companies mentioned: 民進黨、桃園市政府、YouBike

Facts:
- Yangmei District's population has grown rapidly over the past 10 years

## 台塑石化 gasoline and diesel prices unchanged from the 3rd

- Published: 2026-08-02T18:40:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608020151.aspx
- anchor: #n1790762
- Companies mentioned: 台塑石化

Facts:
- 92-octane unleaded gasoline costs NT$30.5 per liter
- 95+ octane unleaded gasoline costs NT$32 per liter
- 98-octane unleaded gasoline costs NT$34 per liter
- Premium diesel costs NT$29.1 per liter

## Gaza authorities find remains of 112 more people in rubble, continue search for missing

- Published: 2026-08-02T18:32:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608020150.aspx
- anchor: #n1790759
- Companies mentioned: 加薩民防機構、哈瑪斯、紅十字國際委員會、聯合國

Facts:
- The remains of 112 people
- 136 hours
- 40 children
- 38 women
- 7 people with disabilities
- 157 bodies believed to be buried under the rubble
- 73,300 people killed

## Saudi crown prince speaks with Trump about the situation in the Middle East

- Published: 2026-08-02T18:32:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608020149.aspx
- anchor: #n1790760
- Companies mentioned: 沙烏地新聞社、路透社、真實社群、梅爾通訊社

Facts:
- Unprecedented since World War II

## German geosciences agency: Magnitude 5.9 earthquake off the east coast of New Zealand's North Island

- Published: 2026-08-02T18:29:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608020148.aspx
- anchor: #n1790761
- Companies mentioned: ドイツ地球科学研究センター、GFZ

Facts:
- Magnitude 5.9 earthquake
- Focal depth of 10 kilometers

## Temperatures in Yangsan, South Korea, soar to 42.5 degrees, setting a record in 122 years of observations

- Published: 2026-08-02T18:26:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608020147.aspx
- anchor: #n1790758
- Companies mentioned: 韓聯社、法新社、韓國氣象廳

Facts:
- 42.5 degrees Celsius
- In 122 years of weather observations
- 40 degrees Celsius
- Temperatures in the 30s Celsius

## Ukraine strikes Russian e-commerce warehouse again; drone attacks in 2 Volga River regions kill 2

- Published: 2026-08-02T18:14:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608020146.aspx
- anchor: #n1790755
- Companies mentioned: 野莓、亞馬遜

Facts:
- Ukrainian drones penetrated 800 kilometers into Russia's Volga River region last night
- At least 2 killed
- Ukraine has attacked about 12 targets associated with 野莓 since July 18 in an effort to disrupt the company's operations
- Russia's Defense Ministry said 635 Ukrainian drones were shot down overnight

## National Skills Competition closes; President Lai hopes contestants will become pillars of industries

- Published: 2026-08-02T18:11:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608020145.aspx
- anchor: #n1790756
- Companies mentioned: 勞動部、勞動力發展署

Facts:
- A total of 1070 contestants took part
- A total of 226 medals were awarded at this competition
- 184 in the youth division
- 62 gold medals
- 62 silver medals
- 60 bronze medals
- 42 in the junior division
- 14 gold medals
- 14 silver medals
- 14 bronze medals

## Keelung man in diving suit found lying on breakwater; firefighters bring him ashore, but he had been dead for some time

- Published: 2026-08-02T18:05:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608020133.aspx
- anchor: #n1790753
- Companies mentioned: 基隆市消防局、國立台灣海洋大學、中央社

Facts:
- In his 60s
- 2:55 p.m.
- 3 vehicles of various types
- 7 personnel

## Han Kuang 42 exercise to begin on 8/5; Fourth Theater command reserve call-up personnel review standard-issue weapons

- Published: 2026-08-02T18:00:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608020132.aspx
- anchor: #n1790752
- Companies mentioned: 国军、第四作战区、台北後備旅、137旅、陆军步兵206旅

Facts:
- More than 5000 reservists mobilized
- 召集逾3000名後備軍人
- Reserve call-up training this year fully replaces the old 5-to-7-day system with a uniform 14 days

## Avalanche on Pakistan's Broad Peak sweeps away 10 climbers, all killed

- Published: 2026-08-02T17:54:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608020131.aspx
- anchor: #n1790690
- Companies mentioned: 精英探險隊、Netflix、巴基斯坦登山俱樂部

Facts:
- He completed the climb of the world's 14 highest peaks in just 189 days

## Disorderly gatherings at central Taiwan highway service areas; police cite 44 violations on Saturday night

- Published: 2026-08-02T17:47:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608020130.aspx
- anchor: #n1790691
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、內政部警政署、國道公路警察局、第七公路警察大隊、環保局、監理站

Facts:
- A total of 44 violations were cited
- 25 cases of not wearing seat belts
- 1 case of insufficient tire tread
- 2 cases of unlicensed driving
- 13 speeding cases
- 3 cases of unauthorized lighting modifications
- Working with the 環保局, authorities stopped 25 vehicles for noise inspections
- 9 vehicles failed inspection

## STARGLOW draws an enthusiastic crowd of 30,000 at its first 2-day Yokohama Arena concert. Long-awaited 1st album “Aurora” set for release on Nov. 18 (Wed.)

- Published: 2026-08-02T20:30:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000253.000118793.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3615146-en.html
- anchor: #n1791041
- Companies mentioned: STARGLOW、BMSG、NME、オリコン、Billboard JAPAN、TBS、CDTVライブ！ライブ！

Facts:
- Nominated in 2 categories: “Best New Artist” and “Radio Special Award: Radio Rising Artist of the Year”

## [TAC公務員] Online live experience “Introductory Lecture Orientation” to be held on Aug. 9, 2026 (Sun.)!

- Published: 2026-08-02T20:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002724.000021078.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3615135-en.html
- anchor: #n1791037
- Companies mentioned: TAC株式会社、TAC公務員

Facts:
- ¥10,000 membership fee waiver coupon
- 14：00～15：30

## Nara’s 喫茶52 reimagines popular drinks “melon cream soda” and “lemon squash” as summer-only shaved ice, offering a new café experience that ends with the ice transforming back into the original drinks

- Published: 2026-08-02T20:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000188295.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3615114-en.html
- anchor: #n1791032
- Companies mentioned: 喫茶52、LAMP BAR（ランプバー）

Facts:
- Price: ¥1,400 (tax included)

## Broadcast time revealed for “MX Grand Prix 2026: Eccentric Comedian Championship”; finalists, including additional qualifiers, announced and audience applications open! Final round: Sept. 6 (Sun.), 19:00–21:00 [live broadcast]

- Published: 2026-08-02T20:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000211.000122205.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3615112-en.html
- anchor: #n1791031
- Companies mentioned: TOKYO MX、東京メトロポリタンテレビジョン株式会社、Rチャンネル、TVer、U-NEXT、株式会社Qvou、のむシリカ

Facts:
- Grand prize: ¥1 million
- ¥100,000 in prize money
- Sept. 6, 2026
- Aged 18 or older

## September recommended à la carte dishes featuring seasonal autumn eggplant and pumpkin arrive | 神戸壺中天

- Published: 2026-08-02T20:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000283.000165726.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3615113-en.html
- anchor: #n1791030
- Companies mentioned: 神戸壺中天、明海グループ株式会社

Facts:
- Price: ¥1,500 (tax included)
- Price: 500 yen (tax included)
- On sale from Sept. 1 to Sept. 30, 2026

## REJECT’s IdentityV esports team wins “IdentityV Ghost Wedding 8arty & 2026 Summer IJL Finals”

- Published: 2026-08-02T20:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000612.000050979.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3615110-en.html
- anchor: #n1791029
- Companies mentioned: REJECT、NetEase Games、SCARZ、ZETA DIVISION

Facts:
- Finished 4th in the regular season
- Score: 23-19
- Score: 20-15
- Straight-set victory, 3-0
- Total prize pool exceeding 10 billion yen

## ニンゲン1年生 to debut as a new gaming commentary group from WONDER DIVE, the creator agency home to gaming commentary group ドズル社!

- Published: 2026-08-02T19:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000228.000078713.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3615100-en.html
- anchor: #n1791026
- Companies mentioned: ドズル社、WONDER DIVE、株式会社ドズル、ニンゲン1年生

Facts:
- Announcing the group’s debut on Aug. 3, 2026 (Mon.)
- Auditions for the new group were held from Feb. 24, 2026 (Tue.) to Mar. 8, 2026 (Sun.)
- 2026年8月3日(月)19：00より、YouTubeにてデビュー1本目の動画を公開いたします
- ・Date of birth: Aug. 19, 2001 (age 24)
- ・Date of birth: Dec. 31, 2003 (age 22)
- ・Date of birth: Oct. 10, 2003 (age 22)
- ・Date of birth: June 8, 1998 (age 28)
- ・Date of birth: Mar. 16, 2005 (age 21)

## The New Niigata League claims the title in the MLB CUP 2026 Minor Division!

- Published: 2026-08-02T19:25:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000054.000044169.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3615054-en.html
- anchor: #n1790899
- Companies mentioned: メジャーリーグ ベースボール、株式会社JTB、日本航空株式会社、株式会社伊藤園、公益財団法人日本リトルリーグ野球協会、九州硬式少年野球協会、公益財団法人日本少年野球連盟、一般社団法人日本ポニーベースボール協会、一般社団法人全日本少年硬式野球連盟

Facts:
- Crowned champions from among 104 teams nationwide
- A total of approximately 18,000 players took part
- A total of 16 leagues
- Hit 14 home runs in 60 seconds

## [Aug. 22, 2026] Online seminar for those considering opening a marriage agency or starting a side business [From 1 new member per month in the first year to a membership of 100]

- Published: 2026-08-02T19:14:17+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000321.000010090.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3615045-en.html
- anchor: #n1790892
- Companies mentioned: ハッピーブライダル、株式会社TMS、日本健康管理株式会社

An online seminar for people considering opening a marriage agency will be held on Aug. 22, 2026. The instructor, experienced Mr. Fukuda, will share operational know-how, drawing on examples of successes and failures.

## [Sports support] お陽さまテックのえねこ signs a sponsorship agreement with women’s golfer 井内涼樺, who appears on “元OLすずのGolf Place”

- Published: 2026-08-02T19:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000037.000179001.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3615033-en.html
- anchor: #n1790895
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社えねこ、株式会社2ndplace

Facts:
- A “1 dozen tour balls” gift for the first 30 people

## [Handball: Japan women’s youth national team] Faces スイス in its first main-round match at the 11th Women’s Youth World Championship

- Published: 2026-08-02T19:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000236.000106743.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3615030-en.html
- anchor: #n1790894
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人日本ハンドボール協会、IHF、スイス、スロバキア、スロベニア、アンゴラ、ブラジル

Facts:
- 11th IHF Women’s Youth (U-18) World Championship
- July 29–Aug. 9, 2026
- The team’s average height is ... 170.4 cm
- Japan, with an average height of 166.6 cm

## [Survey results] Improving document and data management is considered “important” by 94.7%, yet 60% have not started. The top reason is “not enough staff or time” at 54.1% — a bottleneck in the “data foundation” of the generative AI era

- Published: 2026-08-02T19:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000373.000132312.html
- anchor: #n1790893
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人自治体DX推進協議会、川口弘行合同会社

Facts:
- 94.7% of local governments recognize improving document and data management as “important”
- 60.9% have not started organizing or reviewing their file servers
- “We don’t have enough staff or time to get to it”: 54.1%
- A combined 33.8% “need” or “somewhat need” support from outside experts
- “Neither one way nor the other”: 44.4%

## From Osaka’s flour-based favorites to Kyoto specialties, Kansai cuisine comes together at the “Kansai Food Favorites Tour”!

- Published: 2026-08-02T18:57:58+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003852.000025003.html
- anchor: #n1790826
- Companies mentioned: 大阪玉出 会津屋、いかやき やまげん 京橋本店、くしよし本店、道頓堀 今井、京都・東山茶寮、FLOR GELATO ITALIANO OSAKA、京だんご 藤菜美、西京漬・干物専門店 魚福伝、柿の葉すし本舗たなか、京ゆば 湯葉弥

Facts:
- ¥800 including tax
- ¥432 including tax
- ¥1,680 including tax
- ¥982 including tax
- ¥650 including tax
- ¥700 including tax
- ¥400 including tax
- ¥1,300 including tax
- ¥864 including tax
- ¥1,479 including tax
- ¥918 including tax
- 1,458 yen including tax

## [Cinderella Girls] “THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS 15th ANNIVERSARY PARTY!!!! ~ for your ONE ~” to be held!

- Published: 2026-08-02T18:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002275.000051316.html
- anchor: #n1790827
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バンダイナムコエンターテインメント、株式会社バンダイナムコミュージックライブ、アソビストアプレミアム、App Store、Google Play

Facts:
- “THE IDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS” marks its 15th anniversary
- In Nov. 2026
- A total of 190 distinctive idols
- More than 300 songs have been created to date
- More than 12 million downloads
- Has surpassed 25 million downloads
- ¥81,500 (tax included)
- ¥18,500 (tax included)
- ¥15,500 (tax included)

## Ise City, Mie Prefecture: Photo studio torch猿田彦神社前店 to hold its annual “七五三 Exhibition,” with a kimono display, consultations and reservations for 2027 七五三, 1-year-old and half-adult celebrations, from Oct. 1 to 3

- Published: 2026-08-02T18:47:32+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000041.000186262.html
- anchor: #n1790828
- Companies mentioned: torch合同会社、photomar、torch 猿田彦神社前店、torch 伊勢神宮前店、着物の部屋、hanataba photo、find me. shop、once、Torch Experience Ise

Facts:
- For 3 days: Oct. 1 (Thu.), 2 (Fri.) and 3 (Sat.), 2026
- Approximately ¥500–¥1,000

## Latest episode #58 of “NoBorder,” new media tackling topics taboo on terrestrial TV, released

- Published: 2026-08-02T18:24:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000034.000165223.html
- anchor: #n1790757
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NoBorder、さくらライフグループ

Facts:
- The era of 350,000 cocaine users

## [Handball] 39th National Elementary School Handball Tournament [Final-day results]

- Published: 2026-08-02T18:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000235.000106743.html
- anchor: #n1790754
- Companies mentioned: 江戸川ハンドボールクラブ、T-SQUARE京都、HC調布 U-12

Facts:
- Held in Kyoto Prefecture from July 30, 2026 (Thu.)
- Concluded on Aug. 2 (Sun.)
- Just past the 9th minute of the first half
- 6 consecutive goals
- 16-4 in the first half

## TOOBOE to perform the ending theme for the TV anime “The Firefly Wedding”! EP featuring the new song “夢心地” to be released on Nov. 4; new artist photo also unveiled

- Published: 2026-08-02T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004947.000013546.html
- anchor: #n1790689
- Companies mentioned: TOOBOE、株式会社ソニー・ミュージックレーベルズ、LINE CUBE SHIBUYA、小学館、david production、Netflix

Facts:
- Cumulative circulation: 4.5 million copies
- To be released on Nov. 4, 2026 (Wed.)
- Price: 9,900 yen (tax included)
- 20 million views
- 18 cities nationwide

## ReoNa performs at “CENTRAL26 in KUALA LUMPUR,” held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

- Published: 2026-08-02T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004948.000013546.html
- anchor: #n1790688
- Companies mentioned: ReoNa、Zepp Kuala Lumpur、CENTRAL MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT FESTIVAL、ソードアート・オンライン、シャドーハウス、シャングリラ・フロンティア、きみが死ぬまで恋をしたい、追放された転生重騎士はゲーム知識で無双する、ぴあアリーナMM、ゲーマーズ、アニメイト、HMV&BOOKS online、タワーレコード、WonderGOO、新星堂、Spotify

Facts:
- “CENTRAL MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT FESTIVAL 2026 in KUALA LUMPUR”
- In March 2027, 2 days of performances at Pia Arena MM, the largest-scale shows of her career to date
- Release date: July 22, 2026 (Wed.)
- Release date: Aug. 26, 2026 (Wed.)
- Mar. 6, 2027 (Sat.)
- Mar. 7, 2027 (Sun.)

## 隱匿毒油誰在包庇？台糖5月驗出苯駢芘超標未通報 醫列3疑點：院長、部長不知情？

- Published: 2026-08-02T20:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153419
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3615090-en.html
- anchor: #n1790966
- Companies mentioned: 中聯油脂、福懋、台糖

台糖5月驗出中聯油脂原料油苯併芘超標卻未通報，引發醫師蘇偉碩質疑政府監管漏洞，要求經濟部與衛福部說明真相。

## She escaped, but was forced to go back! Kumamoto earthquake mall blast kills 7; shop assistant follows order to “return to collect the money” and dies in the fire

- Published: 2026-08-02T19:50:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11153424
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3615096-en.html
- anchor: #n1790967
- Companies mentioned: AEON

A powerful earthquake struck Kumamoto, Japan, and an explosion occurred at AEON Mall Kumamoto. Seven people were killed, including a 22-year-old female employee who, following store instructions, returned inside to put the day's proceeds back in the vault and was caught in the explosion.

## Tomorrow's weather／Typhoon Whale set to form, Dolphin heads straight for Taiwan! “The next 2 days will bring the worst impacts”: heavy rain expected; the week's forecast

- Published: 2026-08-02T19:31:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11153399
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3615093-en.html
- anchor: #n1790968

The Central Weather Administration forecasts that Typhoon Whale will briefly form before merging with Dolphin. The latter will bring heavy rain and long-period swells to northern Taiwan and mountainous areas in central Taiwan from August 8 to 9; the public should remain alert.

## A must-do challenge in your lifetime! Cycling around Taiwan has become a rite of passage into adulthood; foreign travelers marvel: It's the only way to see the soul of this beautiful island

- Published: 2026-08-02T19:30:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153423
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3615099-en.html
- anchor: #n1790969
- Companies mentioned: ジャイアント（Giant）

In Taiwan, cycling around the island has become established among young people as a “rite of passage,” and travelers from Taiwan and abroad also take part. Its deep connection with nature and local cultures is highly valued.

## First public appearance at a Taiwan People's Party anniversary celebration since entering religious life! 蔡壁如 echoes Lu Shiow-yen's “everyone unite to bring down Lai” call: “The ruling party is such a bunch of bastards”

- Published: 2026-08-02T18:55:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153416
- anchor: #n1790829

Former Taiwan People's Party legislator 蔡壁如 made her first appearance at a party anniversary celebration since entering religious life, backing Lu Shiow-yen's “everyone unite to bring down Lai” call and denouncing the ruling party as a bunch of bastards. She stressed the need for opposition unity to bring about a change in government.

## “1 country” cuts diplomatic ties with Taiwan! Announces name change; once sought 2.6 billion in aid but was rejected, then established ties with China

- Published: 2026-08-02T18:54:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11153418
- anchor: #n1790830
- Companies mentioned: ノルー政府

After severing diplomatic ties with Taiwan, the Pacific island nation of Nauru changed its name to the “Republic of Naoero.” Against the backdrop of closer relations with China, the change was made without a nationwide referendum, citing a return to the traditional name. The diplomatic policy shift has sent shockwaves through the international community.

## Wang Hung-wei blasts the Ministry of Health and Welfare and Kaohsiung City government: “They should fine 台糖 just as they did 南僑. Who is acting as 中聯's protector?”

- Published: 2026-08-02T18:53:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153410
- anchor: #n1790831
- Companies mentioned: 中聯油脂、台糖、南僑

中聯油脂廠長因苯併芘超標遭羈押，台糖5月已通報卻未公開，引發立委質疑監管失職，要求究責並比照南僑案開罰。

## Sanxiantai and Luye lose out! Taitung's top attraction draws 510,000 visitors; tourists praise its convenient transport, relaxing atmosphere and scenery that rivals Japan

- Published: 2026-08-02T18:34:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11153391
- anchor: #n1790832

In Taitung's tourism rankings for January-May 2026, Dulan Recreation Area topped the list with 510,000 visitors. Its appeal, combining natural scenery and cultural experiences, was highly rated.

## 5 longtime schools in Taiwan announce closure！They will shut down in August, with all students and staff transferring; even schools founded 70 years ago are becoming history

- Published: 2026-08-02T18:18:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11153413
- anchor: #n1790833

Amid Taiwan's declining birthrate, 5 schools, including 南強工商, will close or merge in August 2026. A private school with a 70-year history will end operations, and support measures for students will be put in place.

## Another Japanese-descended president in Peru！“Fujimorism” returns: How Keiko Fujimori seeks balance between China and the U.S.

- Published: 2026-08-02T17:40:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153409
- anchor: #n1790692

Peru's new president, Keiko Fujimori, took office, pledging to strengthen public safety and promote investment. Amid U.S.-China tensions, she is seeking a diplomatic balance centered on the strategic port of Chancay.

## Beating Kuo Chih-hui！Baseball Association elects first woman chairperson Chou Ling-wen, who sets 3 goals: Continue devoting herself to Taiwan baseball

- Published: 2026-08-02T17:39:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153408
- anchor: #n1790693
- Companies mentioned: 中信育樂、風傳媒

The Chinese Taipei Baseball Association elected Chou Ling-wen as its first woman chairperson, marking a governance shake-up and a breakthrough in gender representation, as well as a milestone for Taiwan baseball.

## The world’s longest flight route is this one！A 24-hour flight without landing, with just 238 seats; nonstop route revealed

- Published: 2026-08-02T17:36:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11153406
- anchor: #n1790694
- Companies mentioned: 空中巴士、Flightradar24

Qantas completed a 24-hour, 24-minute ultra-long-haul test flight covering 23,075 kilometers, setting a commercial aircraft record and preparing to launch nonstop routes from Sydney to London and New York in 2027.

## Store water now！Major outages to hit 10 counties and cities tomorrow: “No water for showers or cooking morning and evening”; check whether your home is affected with one click

- Published: 2026-08-02T17:18:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11153407
- anchor: #n1790695

Taiwan Water Corporation announced a planned water outage in 10 counties and cities on August 3, urging residents to store water in advance and take precautions. The widespread disruption is due to pipeline work and equipment inspections.

## Dow plunges a thousand points！聯準會 sees rare 3 dissenting votes; experts reveal the strategy: Act hawkish now to cut rates later

- Published: 2026-08-02T17:17:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11153397
- anchor: #n1790696
- Companies mentioned: 聯準會

聯準會’s FOMC voted 9:3 to keep interest rates unchanged, marking the most dissenting votes in nearly ten years and sending the Dow down by more than a thousand points. Experts say the move is intended to manage inflation expectations and pave the way for future rate cuts.

## Has the worst passed for the KOSPI？Foreign net buying hits a record, pension funds turn bullish, and Citi maintains its 10000-point target

- Published: 2026-08-02T19:10:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6555944
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3615087-en.html
- anchor: #n1790906
- Companies mentioned: 花旗證券、韓国金融サービス委員会、韓国国民年金公団

花旗證券 judged that the worst of the funding conditions in South Korea's stock market was over. With foreign investors' net buying reaching a record high and pension funds also turning into buyers, it maintained its year-end KOSPI target at 10000 points. The market is becoming more stable.

## OpenAI’s new Astra model revealed！Tackles 10 math problems as multiple AI agents collaborate to challenge AGI

- Published: 2026-08-02T18:10:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6555943
- anchor: #n1790766
- Companies mentioned: OpenAI

OpenAI is developing its next-generation model, “Astra.” Multiple AI agents worked together to solve 10 challenging math problems, marking progress toward AGI. The model could also fall under new U.S. AI regulations.

## AI stocks pull back: Should investors worry？Morgan Stanley’s 120-page report unpacks 3 concerns: What is truly undervalued？

- Published: 2026-08-02T17:10:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6555942
- anchor: #n1790628
- Companies mentioned: 摩根士丹利、輝達、亞馬遜、Google、Meta、微軟、甲骨文、xAI

In a 120-page report, Morgan Stanley analyzed the correction in AI stocks as being driven by technical factors and said investment opportunities lie in focusing on “the time until power is available.” It described this as the most mispriced theme in the market.