AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-03 18:00–21:00 JST｜Page 2 of 3https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 144 items from 3 sources; Japan, 116 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en 東急ストア joins “ResiChalle” as a retail partnerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801104https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801104Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES REJECT esports team TEKKEN division player Raef qualifies for the main event at the Esports World Cup 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801103https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801103Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES TOMORROW X TOGETHER WORLD TOUR <ACT : TOMORROW> IN JAPAN Blu-ray & DIGITAL CODE release announced!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801102https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801102Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 文芸×音楽のコラボレーション小説『青春とそれから』（彩瀬まる 著）が発売！――マカロニえんぴつ『青春と一瞬』から生まれたもうひとつの物語https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801101https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801101Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES TikTok's new program, TikTok LIVE Premiere, selects Iyori Shimizu (back number) as its first Japanese artist! An exclusive acoustic live stream begins August 8 (Sat.) at 18:30https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801100https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801100Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【BugLug】All members to appear! A special program celebrating Bug Summit will be broadcast live on ニコニコ生放送 from 18:00 on Aug. 9 (Sun), “Bug Day”! Participating bands will appear one after another as “friends”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801099https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801099Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Applications open for “JJ Model Audition 2027,” seeking the next J-GIRL & J-BOY! The preliminary blocks will adopt a “new system” that places emphasis on contestants’ “appeal”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801098https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801098Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 25-year-old model オダミユ decides to end her cohabitation and retire, bringing 平祐奈 to tears… A ¥35 million-a-year business owner and beautiful model’s overly sweet cohabitation, holding hands and resting her head on his lap, earns lavish praise from アン ミカ | “ガールオアレディ3” #8https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801097https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801097Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES An intimate look at the real struggles and comeback of K-pop girl group LIGHTSUM! Original documentary program “Re:Idol” to stream exclusively for free on ABEMA from 22:00 on Aug. 9, 2026 (Sun)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801096https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801096Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 前⽥⻨’s solo exhibition “SIGNS” announced! New works from “Eye of Fire,” “SIGNS,” will take over the entire 札幌PARCO building. The event will also feature original merchandise, a talk show, and a gallery tour through the exhibition venuehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801095https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801095Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES Experience “difference” through art: ヘラルボニー and エポスカード jointly host a workshophttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801094https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801094Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【Helper Flying Squirrel Plush】arrives at Village Vanguard Online!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801093https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801093Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES The 2nd set of LINE stickers for “ネガティヴハッピィ” is here!!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801092https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801092Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES A book by Mr. Leo, 栗山巧, is set for release! 25 years devoted to the Lions. Reservations are now open for the first book in which the legend, who will retire at the end of this season, has written about his baseball careerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801091https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801091Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES TCL begins offering special reductions in home appliance repair fees for customers affected by the Kumamoto earthquakehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801006https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801006Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:55:58 +0900JapanPR TIMES Notice: Second wave of merchandise revealed for the “STEINS;GATE Final Mission” pop-up eventhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801007https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801007Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:52:25 +0900JapanPR TIMES Control Yuan: Will continue accepting public petitions but cannot investigate; hopes Legislative Yuan will promptly review personnel nominationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801476https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801476Mon, 03 Aug 2026 20:39:12 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA New disposition rules take effect 8/10; 櫃買中心: fewer high-priced stocks will be placed under watchhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801473https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801473Mon, 03 Aug 2026 20:35:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA TWSE revises disposition rules; 券商公會: changes will help the market adapthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801474https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801474Mon, 03 Aug 2026 20:33:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Fiscal year 116 general budget revenue and expenditure both projected to hit record highs; no borrowing needed and 200 billion repaid toward principalhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801475https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801475Mon, 03 Aug 2026 20:32:06 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe central government general budget for fiscal year 116 sets record highs for revenue and expenditure, at 3.8 trillion and 3.6 trillion yuan, respectively. It is expected to require no borrowing and repay 200 billion yuan in debt. Thailand sets up dedicated center to combat impersonation scams; DNA identity checks to prevent crimehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801467https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801467Mon, 03 Aug 2026 20:23:04 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Multi-vehicle collision on National Freeway 1 in Hsinchu section; small truck driver trapped in vehicle with leg fracture, taken to hospitalhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801466https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801466Mon, 03 Aug 2026 20:20:01 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA TWSE: Margin maintenance ratio managed on an account-wide basis; information misunderstandings could affect decisionshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801464https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801464Mon, 03 Aug 2026 20:10:59 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Blocked from becoming justice minister, Blanche withdraws 反武器化基金 to clear the way for a votehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801465https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801465Mon, 03 Aug 2026 20:09:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Thailand rejects 聯合國 experts' report on Thai-Cambodian border clashes, calls it biased and says it will lodge a protesthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801391https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801391Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:56:54 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Fire breaks out at 高台寺 subtemple 月真院 in Kyoto; blaze contained, no casualties reportedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801325https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801325Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:52:52 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA New Taipei expands cross-jurisdictional borrowing to Hsinchu County; 1 library card can borrow books from 5 cities and counties in northern Taiwanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801324https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801324Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:47:50 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Margin requirements raised for Korean leveraged stock ETFs; trading value drops sharply 2 days after launchhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801317https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801317Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:38:48 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Foreign funds flow out; New Taiwan dollar plunges 1.46 jiao on heavy volume, closing at 32.438https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801318https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801318Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:36:46 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Kumamoto earthquake may be designated a catastrophic disaster; Sanae Takaichi: promote use of hotels for secondary evacuationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801319https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801319Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:33:43 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 鄭立彬 leads Tomorrow's Stars, showcasing the results of a training camp for young Chinese orchestra performershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801315https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801315Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:32:41 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA TWSE: Individual stock disposition period cut to 5 days, matching once every 2 minutes; takes effect 8/10https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801316https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801316Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:32:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Asian Games baseball training squad plays series in Japan; Liu Chih-jung throws in relief at up to 148 kphhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801314https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801314Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:27:37 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Little Sheep Card Club suspected of absconding with funds and shutting down; Taipei prosecutors launch investigationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801309https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801309Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:23:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Chiang Wan-an and Lu Hsiu-yen question alleged protection of Taiwan Sugar; Ministry of Economic Affairs and FDA reject accusationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801307https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801307Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:19:33 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA LINE VOOM short videos to exit Taiwan on 9/30, ending nearly 5 years of operationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801308https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801308Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:18:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 幫忙投票成釣魚陷阱 刑事局源頭防堵月均案降逾9成https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801305https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801305Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:15:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA FIFA president's proposal to sell World Cup equity sparks controversy; Wales FA first to oppose re-electionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801306https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801306Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:10:26 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Hung Chi-hui takes the helm at National Quemoy University, aiming to build a sustainable university with local character and an international outlookhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801291https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801291Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:05:24 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA China's 4 major A-share indexes close lower; STAR 50 falls 25.9% in Julyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801289https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801289Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:01:22 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Record heat wave hits Korean Peninsula; people in North and South Korea flock to beaches to escape the heathttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801290https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801290Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:00:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Taoyuan labor inspector involved in pressuring vendor over air conditioner purchase; receives major demerit and is dismissedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801227https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801227Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:56:17 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Typhoon Dolphin forecast to turn north on the 8th; sea warning could be issued as early as the afternoon of the 7thhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801228https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801228Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:56:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Campaigning in Changhua, Cheng Li-wun says communication with Wang Hui-mei is finehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801159https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801159Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:54:13 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA New Taipei police team up with influencers to promote emergency go-bags ahead of urban resilience drillhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801160https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801160Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:48:11 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Domestic travel trips and spending both hit record highs in 114; overseas travel spending tops 1 trillion for the first timehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801156https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801156Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:43:09 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Man in Hsinchu County allegedly damages speed camera pole with angle grinder after repeated citations for violationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801157https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801157Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:43:06 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA South Korean stocks retreat after record gains; Asian markets close mixedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801158https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801158Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:41:04 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Russia accuses Ukraine of striking e-commerce warehouse again; attacks have occurred frequently since mid-last monthhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801134https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801134Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:32:02 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA COVID-19 cases emerge among Kumamoto disaster victims packed into communal shelters; Japanese media again raise Taiwan's 'evacuation tents'https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801135https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801135Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:30:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Research firm: CSP spending growth to drive nearly 31% year-over-year increase in AI server shipments in 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801130https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801130Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:25:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 香奈兒 (Chanel) Hong Kong employee sentenced to more than 5 years for reselling 700 bags stolen from companyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801131https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801131Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:24:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 統一佳佳 exits fitness club business; brand of more than 20 years to end services in Septemberhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801132https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801132Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:22:53 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Spending by visitors to Taiwan rises by 1-tenth; U.S. visitors top the list at US$242.84 per dayhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801133https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801133Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:21:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Reuters: 阿里巴巴 unveils its most powerful AI model yet, in close pursuit of 月之暗面https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801125https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801125Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:20:49 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 116 academic year exam guide to be announced; harsher penalties for electronic wearable deviceshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801126https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801126Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:20:47 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Huang Zihao of the Eagles returns to the starting rotation in the first team after more than 2 months; the Monkeys counter with 威能帝https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801121https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801121Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:18:43 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 小羊卡牌社 suspected of abruptly closing; Taipei police receive reports from 6 peoplehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801122https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801122Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:16:40 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 4 gas-fired units at Taichung Power Plant to come online in stages from 2031; 台電 establishes integrity platform for oversighthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801123https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801123Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:15:38 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 「芭比」 sequel may be in jeopardy; Warner Bros. reportedly unwilling to offer lead stars high salaries and profit-sharing dealshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801124https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801124Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:13:36 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Kinmen Port Passenger Services Center opens; Maritime and Port Bureau says it will continue promoting smart infrastructurehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801117https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801117Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:13:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 宏碩 posts Q2 loss of NT$2.07 per share, affected by inventory write-off losseshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801118https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801118Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:13:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 高鐵延伸宜蘭 吳宗憲提4願景、林國漳允3承諾https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801119https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801119Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:12:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA July home transfers in the six special municipalities hit a nearly 19-month high; experts cite 3 factorshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801120https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801120Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:09:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 信錦 earns NT$1.3 per share in Q2, a 6-quarter high, boosted by non-operating incomehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801075https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801075Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:07:24 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Vehicle catches fire on Provincial Highway 6 in Houlong, Miaoli; pickup driver dies after being unable to escapehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801076https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801076Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:07:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Hong Kong finance chief: Overseas investors hold 3 trillion yuan in Chinese bondshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801074https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801074Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:03:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 4 artists' solo exhibitions to be shown at 北美館 in the second half of 2027https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801008https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801008Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:55:56 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Hualien's Ji'an Family Welfare Center for Children and Youth opens, offering a shared community space for ages 0 to a hundredhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801009https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801009Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:55:54 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Egypt earthquake magnitude revised upward to 5.6; authorities launch response planhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801010https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801010Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:52:52 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 菲律賓 seeks high-income status; World Bank says it must revive investment and lower electricity priceshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801011https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801011Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:52:50 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Parking demand rises in Chiayi County’s government center district; Tsai Yi-yu hopes to build a multi-story parking garagehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801012https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801012Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:51:48 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Cho Jung-tai: Next year’s general budget will serve the broadest range of people, with a push for technology, national security and debt balancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801073https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801073Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:50:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA “We really didn’t do well this past year!” Why OpenAI lost its AI crown and how it plans to regain its gloryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801392https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801392Mon, 03 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒OpenAI CEO Sam Altman acknowledged poor performance over the past 1 year, as the company was overtaken by Anthropic in the market. Delays in developer tools and strategic mistakes were factors, and the IPO may also be postponed. This summer’s most heart-wrenching young romance: The silent stirrings of the heart—Hear Your Voicehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801393https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801393Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:58:10 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The stage production 『聽見你的聲音』 by 複象公場 will run at the National Taichung Theater from Aug. 22. The BL coming-of-age drama centers on a deaf boy, and the gap between sign language and spoken language raises questions about the essence of “understanding.” Its fusion of diversity and art is drawing attention. Lai Jui-lung backs petrochemicals and pushes traditional industries to upgrade, proposing 4 strategies to build a “Kaohsiung team for high-value traditional industries”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801394https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801394Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:46:51 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Legislator Lai Jui-lung held a petrochemical industry forum and proposed 4 strategies to promote the upgrading of traditional industries. He said resources from the central and local governments and labor unions would be brought together to build a “Kaohsiung team for traditional industry upgrades,” with equal emphasis on industrial upgrading and worker protections. Breaking: New list of Taiwan stocks under trading restrictions revealed! Shuiran will be restricted starting tomorrow, with its “sentence cut in half” through August 10https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801395https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801395Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:46:25 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Taipei Exchange announced that Shuiran was placed under trading restrictions after its share price fell 40.8% cumulatively. Under the new rules, which “cut the sentence in half,” the restriction period was shortened to August 10, making it the first stock to benefit. The move reflects changes to the regulatory mechanism. One library card now reaches Hsinchu! New Taipei City Library further expands its cross-regional borrowing networkhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801396https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801396Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:45:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒新北市立図書館が新竹県と提携し、「一證通服務」を開始。北台湾5県市で1枚の図書カードで跨域利用可能に。約400万人が受益し、地域読書圏の一体化が進む。 More than just The Lord of the Rings and The Boys: Top 10 must-watch exclusive series on Amazon Prime Video, with a video game adaptation taking the top spot—you won’t be able to stop watchinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801397https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801397Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:40:37 +0900Taiwan風傳媒 Will you have to pay to climb Taiwan’s 100 peaks next year? Scope of fees under the latest amendments revealed; “1 action” could also draw a fine of up to NT$2 millionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801398https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801398Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:32:14 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The National Park Service announced a proposed amendment to the National Park Act that would introduce conservation fees for entry to ecological protection areas. The measure would cover 76 of Taiwan’s 100 Peaks, affecting nearly all climbers. The maximum penalty would also rise to 2 million yen. Daan Women and Children’s Hospital advances smart healthcare and screening for 6 cancers, creating a new model for health care across the lifespanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801399https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801399Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:30:54 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Daan Women and Children’s Hospital in Tainan shared its results in smart healthcare and screening for 6 cancers at an ESG forum, promoting care across the lifespan, from maternal and child health to three generations under one roof. The initiative could improve access to healthcare in remote areas and increase early cancer detection rates. After experiencing a male version of “postpartum depression,” he decided to get a vasectomy before turning 30: How the US and UK healthcare systems view young people determined not to have childrenhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801400https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801400Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:30:07 +0900Taiwan風傳媒More young men in the United Kingdom and the United States are choosing vasectomies because of birth-related trauma involving their partners or their own realization that they do not want to raise children. The trend reflects a shift in the new generation’s views on reproductive autonomy and sharing gender responsibilities. All Control Yuan members leave office, creating a vacuum! 監察院 says people can file petitions and reports, but they “cannot be processed”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801401https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801401Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:26:29 +0900Taiwan風傳媒監察院 faces a 2-month gap between outgoing and incoming members. The public can still file petitions, but investigations cannot be opened. The situation highlights the impact of delays in personnel appointments by 立法院 on the exercise of oversight powers. Nantou County government prioritizes preservation of the painted door gods at Lin Chong Ben Hall, inviting cultural heritage committee members to inspect the site and make a careful assessmenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801402https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801402Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:25:21 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Nantou County Government decided to have cultural heritage review committee members conduct an on-site inspection of the restoration of the door-god paintings at 林崇本堂. It agreed with the management committee to temporarily suspend the restoration. Construction begins on public facilities at the northern section of the Datiecuo Industrial Park in Changhua, creating a win-win-win for businesses, the community and residentshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801403https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801403Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:22:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Changhua County held a groundbreaking ceremony for public facilities at the northern section of the 打鉄厝 industrial park. The attraction of low-pollution industries is expected to generate annual output of 2.2 billion yuan and create more than 1,000 jobs. No more fear of being stuck with stocks under restrictions! “New Taiwan Stock Exchange rules” will lift restrictions in as few as 5 days and shorten periodic matching to 2 minutes—taking effect “starting this day”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801404https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801404Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:20:10 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Starting in August 2026, the Taiwan Stock Exchange will shorten the disposition period for stocks under disposition to a minimum of 5 days and change call-auction matching to 2-minute intervals. The changes aim to improve market liquidity and protect investors. US stocks: 3 major factors will affect the market this week as global markets brace for impacthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801405https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801405Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:18:53 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Three factors are in focus on the U.S. stock market this week: Federal Reserve monetary policy, earnings from major companies and geopolitical risks in the Middle East. SpaceX’s first quarterly report and the end of SK hynix’s quiet period are also in focus. A lifeline for treatment-resistant depression? Chi Mei Hospital successfully eases patients’ suicidal thoughts with “nasal spray + accelerated iTBS”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801406https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801406Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:15:49 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Chi Mei Medical Center has successfully reduced suicidal thoughts in patients with treatment-resistant depression by combining a nasal spray with accelerated iTBS. The approach is drawing attention as a new option in psychiatric care. Tomorrow’s weather: Typhoon Baidolphin could prompt a sea warning as early as Friday! The “2 days” that could bring heavy rain across Taiwan; this week’s forecast revealedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801407https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801407Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:14:49 +0900Taiwan風傳媒台風13号「白海豚」が8月7日から台湾に接近し、海上警報の発令も視野に。8～9日は北陸を中心に大雨が予想され、防災準備が急務。 00981A’s reshuffle list revealed! 5 electronics stocks cut sharply, AI holdings increased; why 國巨 was not sold at allhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801408https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801408Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:14:29 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Uni-President Taiwan Growth ETF (00981A) increased its holdings in 國巨 despite a decline in the company’s share price, while making major changes to its holdings in other electronics stocks. The move reflects confidence in 國巨’s fundamentals and shows that capital is flowing toward growth industries such as AI. Joint mountain-area job fair in Taichung City’s mountain line region to be held in Fengyuan on 8/8; monthly pay up to NT$96Khttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801409https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801409Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:05:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Taichung City Government will hold a joint mountain-area job fair in Fengyuan on August 8, offering more than 1,200 jobs with monthly pay of up to NT$96,000. The event combines digital technology and ESG principles to promote local employment, showcasing an innovative model for smart-city and low-carbon job matching. [After-Work Economics] Is it bullying if you don’t invite someone for bubble tea? 5 hidden workplace pitfalls revealed: Could saying “this phrase” lead to NT$1 million in damages?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801229https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801229Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Workplace Bullying Prevention Act took effect on July 1, clarifying that being ignored or isolated may also constitute workplace bullying. Legal experts have explained the elements of the offense and methods for gathering evidence, promoting the protection of workers’ rights. Can you get EU residency by jumping into the sea? The tragedy of a “European dream” fueled by fake news: Viral posts lure thousands into crossing, Spain’s migrant crisis leaves 67 deadhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801230https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801230Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:55:44 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Thousands of migrants swam into the Spanish exclave of Ceuta, in a tragedy that left 67 people dead. Misinformation on social media is believed to have been a factor, and political divisions over migration policy are intensifying across Europe. Shuinan Transit Center opens on 8/5; 9 Taichung City bus routes move in on 8/6, connecting the airport, high-speed rail and city transporthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801412https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801412Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:47:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taichung City’s Shuinan Transit Center opened on August 5, with 9 city bus routes moving in from August 6 to connect the airport, high-speed rail and urban transport hubs. The move will improve public transit transfers and strengthen the transport network serving the Shuinan Economic and Trade Park. Taiwan’s well-known gym chain announces closure! “All branches shut down, operations end starting this day”—refund process and membership rights explainedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801231https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801231Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:45:44 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan’s 統一佳佳 will close all BEING sport and BEING fit locations on Sept. 2. Members can choose a refund or transfer to 健身工廠. The abrupt withdrawal has sent shockwaves through the industry. Taipei Metro's “brand-new station” fails inspection on 28 items! Taipei City Government: Fix them within one week, aiming to open by the end of Augusthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801232https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801232Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:40:55 +0900Taiwan風傳媒An inspection of the eastern extension of the Taipei Metro Xinyi Line found 28 defects, 5 of which must be fixed before service begins. The Taipei City Government pledged to complete the work within one week and is targeting an opening by the end of August, strengthening Taipei's transit network. OpenAI just cut prices! DeepSeek immediately strikes back with a “4-times-cheaper, dirt-cheap” offering. Foreign media: The price war has been upendedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801233https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801233Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:40:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Just hours after OpenAI cut the price of GPT-5.6 Luna by up to 80%, China’s DeepSeek unveiled an even cheaper new model, V4-Flash. The AI price war has reignited, shocking the market. More than just 《殺人者的購物中心》 is worth watching! The 10 must-see exclusive Disney+ series of recent years: the top-ranked show has a phenomenal script and cast, and is impossible to stop watchinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801234https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801234Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:35:52 +0900Taiwan風傳媒 Traveling abroad in the second half of the year? Taiwan's airlines announce fuel surcharges will rise, affecting both short- and long-haul flights. See when prices will rise and how fares will be affectedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801235https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801235Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:28:45 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan’s Civil Aeronautics Administration announced that it will raise fuel surcharges on international flights by Taiwanese airlines starting Aug. 9. The charges will be $30 for short-haul flights and $78 for long-haul flights, amid soaring fuel prices. 成功爭取萬大中和樹林線增至770億元 蘇巧慧盼加速工程完善新北軌道路網https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801418https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260803-18/index-en-p2.html#n1801418Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:27:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒立法委員蘇巧慧成功爭取萬大中和樹林線二期經費從555億增至770億元，確保工程持續推進。她視察動態測試並承諾加速完工，以改善中和、土城、樹林交通。