AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-05 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 8 of 9https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 678 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 222 items from 4 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en 6.3-magnitude earthquake strikes off southern Philippines; no tsunami warning issuedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821297https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821297Wed, 05 Aug 2026 14:04:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Water quality poor at Kaohsiung Sanmin Sports Center pool; facility temporarily closed as visitor numbers are managedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821230https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821230Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:56:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 樂朋家園 marks 10th anniversary, helping middle-aged and older people with disabilities live with peace of mind in Penghuhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821155https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821155Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:51:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Kim Yo Jong criticizes Japan's missile test, says North Korea will pursue more military optionshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821156https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821156Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:48:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Europe to see first total solar eclipse since 2006; what to know about viewing ithttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821157https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821157Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:48:23 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA SpaceX enters mobile communications market, threatening 3 major US telecom carriershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821154https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821154Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:47:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 康普茶竄改效期還摻過期原料 桃檢起訴夫妻檔https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821153https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821153Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:47:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA New rooftop solar power rules exclude homes; environmental groups call for full implementation before 12/1https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821140https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821140Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:38:17 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 柯文哲 gets new electronic ankle monitor, displays restraint device sarcasticallyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821141https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821141Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:37:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Table tennis coach at a Hsinchu County elementary school molested girls; 11-year sentence upheld in second trialhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821142https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821142Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:36:12 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Tainan adds 3 Yellow Taxis bus routes to improve transport access in remote areashttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821143https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821143Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:34:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 1 in 4 older adults falls short in the “six abilities”; early intervention can delay loss of functionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821106https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821106Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:27:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Historian of the Baodiao movement: Do not underestimate China's ambitions under the banner of territorial integrityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821107https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821107Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:26:06 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 小學館查狼師漫畫家爭議 報告批評管理失當https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821079https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821079Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:14:04 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Quantum computing is no longer science fiction; Taiwanese firms use semiconductor backing and “protein tactics” to gain a footholdhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821080https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821080Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:11:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA SpaceX may test-launch Starship as early as August, making first attempt to recover the upper-stage rocket on landhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821081https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821081Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:10:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Samsung unveils 400-layer stacked AI memory, targeting demand for high-capacity productshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820976https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820976Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:06:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Taiwan dollar rises 1.52 jiao at midday, temporarily closing at 32.295https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820977https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820977Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:04:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 強化反無人機 國防部：若順利明年將完成數套系統https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820978https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820978Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:03:53 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 屏東鎢業董事長命案 涉案離職員工羈押禁見https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820905https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820905Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:57:51 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA More than 126,000 green trademark applications over 10 years; 統一企業, 蘋果 and 任天堂 rank in the top 3https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820906https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820906Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:57:48 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA President Lai: Taiwan maintains the status quo; China is the one seeking to change the status quo across the Taiwan Straithttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820907https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820907Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:56:46 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Changhua animal protection officers assaulted while seizing dogs; owner's son sentenced to 6 monthshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820908https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820908Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:54:44 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 彰化縣民運動會登場 王惠美宣示打造運動宜居城https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820909https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820909Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:50:42 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Samsung reportedly scales back China operations, closing underperforming storeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820975https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820975Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:50:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Hsinchu County social innovation hub recruits teams and offers startup guidancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820786https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820786Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:45:38 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Signs of progress in US-Iran tensions lift the New Taiwan dollar by more than 1.7 jiao as stocks and currency markets surgehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820787https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820787Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:41:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 行政執行署聯合拍賣會 遠航客機410萬元拍定https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820788https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820788Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:38:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Summer cybersecurity campaign focuses on AI scam detection and personal data protectionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820739https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820739Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:37:27 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 伊朗戰事耗近8成THAAD 美軍防空飛彈庫存告急https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820740https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820740Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:37:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 大學生開學返校 高鐵再加開28班5折優惠列車https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820790https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820790Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:37:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Same lake, different lives: Khmer and Vietnamese fishermen face an invisible border on Tonle Sap Lakehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820789https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820789Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:37:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Canada approves 莫德納 to launch a clinical vaccine trial to prevent Ebolahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820741https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820741Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:36:16 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Kaohsiung Health Bureau launches Father’s Day oral cancer screening, urges people to quit betel nut chewinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820742https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820742Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:34:02 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Trump administration divided over how to respond to China’s open-source AI modelshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820743https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820743Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:33:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Han Kuang 42 live-fire exercise begins, with vehicle requisitions in Tainan to test civilian supporthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820749https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820749Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:31:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Cancer immunotherapy pioneer Rosenberg to visit Taiwan in September, hopes to engage with medical communityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820750https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820750Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:29:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 韓國星巴克「坦克日」爭議行銷 警方搜索扣押總部https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820751https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820751Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:28:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 防美國管制加嚴 傳三星SK海力士測試中國晶片設備https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820738https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820738Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:23:51 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA三星與SK海力士傳出測試中國中微半導體設備以應對美國管制，三星對此予以否認。此報導突顯美中科技戰下的技術管制悖論。 Two aircraft came within 30 meters vertically of each other, nearly colliding over Haneda Airporthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820637https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820637Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:22:49 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Scholar: China shifts priority to preserving long-term national strength rather than economic growthhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820638https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820638Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:22:47 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Typhoon Dolphin approaches, with a gale warning possible as early as 8/7; heavy rain expected in northern Taiwan over the weekendhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820639https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820639Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:20:45 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA National Chengchi University holds immersive workshop, bringing experiential education teachers together in Hualien to learnhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820640https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820640Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:18:43 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 台糖未通報爭議 蔣萬安：修法訂「反蓋牌條款」https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820641https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820641Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:14:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Investigation Bureau uncovers 17 cases of Chinese companies illegally poaching high-tech talent in Taiwanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820633https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820633Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:10:38 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Typhoon Dolphin likely to make landfall in China; 上海海事局 issues warning firsthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820634https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820634Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:10:36 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 中聯油品’s 20% delisting standard sparks controversy; Shih Chung-liang says meeting minutes will be released todayhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820635https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820635Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:09:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Michigan Democratic Senate primary serves as a bellwether for the party’s direction, shaping strategy for the 2028 electionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820636https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820636Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:03:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Child burned by hot metal plate at Changhua children’s park; doctor urges parents to “touch, check and avoid” before playhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820526https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820526Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:01:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 台鐵新自強號推車廂清潔通報 掃QR Code即時處理https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820527https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820527Wed, 05 Aug 2026 11:58:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台鐵宣布於EMU3000型列車導入QR Code清潔通報服務，旅客可透過手機即時反應清潔需求，提升整體乘車品質。 台積電 leads the charge as Taiwan stocks surge 1,562 points intraday, marking the 8th-biggest gainhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820320https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820320Wed, 05 Aug 2026 11:52:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Nikkei Asia: U.S. 貝恩資本 to acquire 貢茶 for more than NT$20.2 billionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820321https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820321Wed, 05 Aug 2026 11:49:23 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Wu Nai-ren says he has Parkinson’s disease but rides in a luxury car to work out? Commentator declares “public anger will erupt”: DPP in trouble at year’s endhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821232https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821232Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:52:37 +0900Taiwan風傳媒民進黨大老吳乃仁欠台糖1.7億元僅管收12天獲釋，聲稱患帕金森氏症卻被拍到搭豪車健身，引發民怨與政治風波，可能衝擊民進黨年底選情。 Worried that toxic oil will hurt his election prospects? Lai Ching-te’s latest approval rating holds at 44%; doctor estimates his chances of reelection in 2028: No officials will step downhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821231https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821231Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:52:37 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Ahead of Taiwan’s 2026 elections, President Lai Ching-te’s approval rating remained steady at 44.7%. The central government has faced questions over its responsibility for the carcinogenic oil issue, but Lai’s personal approval rating has held. A doctor put his chance of reelection at 50%. The Wall Street Journal: Xi Jinping wants a strong yuan, but China’s economy is holding it backhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821233https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821233Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Xi Jinping administration wants a stronger yuan, but China’s economic structure still depends on a weak currency. An IMF analysis found that the yuan is undervalued by 20–30%, with the lack of structural reform remaining a challenge. Apple’s price hikes may spread! Experts estimate iPhone 18 Pro could cost “this much”; 2 other new products may not escape, eitherhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821234https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821234Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:28:40 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Apple will raise prices for iPads and Macs starting in June, and may also increase prices for major products such as the iPhone and Apple Watch. Soaring memory prices are the main cause, raising concerns about a greater burden on consumers. 盤中快訊》台股強攻4萬4！上銀、華通、研華齊漲停，台積電漲近4%站回2400元https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821235https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821235Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:24:56 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan stocks surged today, with the benchmark index climbing to 44,700 points, up more than 3%. 上銀, 華通 and 研華 hit limit-up, while 台積電 jumped nearly 4%, signaling a recovery in market confidence, with semiconductor and electronics shares leading gains. A new department store is coming to Taiwan! “A huge 62,000-ping shopping center with 270 brands,” conveniently located near an MRT station; opening date and location revealedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821236https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821236Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:24:46 +0900Taiwan風傳媒日本三井不動產在高雄鳳山打造全台最大純日系購物中心「LaLaport高雄」，預計2026年第三季開幕，引進270家品牌與韓國沉浸式美術館ARTE MUSEUM，強化南台灣商業與藝文發展。 Taiwan’s most livable place isn’t Taipei or Kaohsiung! Locals highly recommend 1 county for its “good amenities and low prices”: once you live there, you won’t want to movehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821237https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821237Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:24:36 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwanese users discussed the most livable cities on Dcard, with Taichung receiving the most recommendations for its pleasant climate, good amenities and relatively low prices, making it an ideal place to move to. The small holes on the sides of canvas shoes aren’t for lacing them! The official explanation reveals their “real historical purpose”: many people guess wronghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821238https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821238Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:13:16 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The small holes on the sides of canvas shoes are primarily intended to improve ventilation, and also help secure basketball players’ feet. The design, which stems from Converse’s history, illustrates a blend of function and heritage. Hsu Chia-ching accused of taking her son to Dongsha; TPP says she knowingly broke the law: She should apologize and resign for violating public service ethicshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821239https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821239Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:11:49 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Overseas Community Affairs Council Minister Hsu Chia-ching was accused of using public funds for overseas leisure trips and arranging a privileged trip to Dongsha Island for her son, in violation of the Conflict of Interest Avoidance Act. The TPP accused her of knowingly breaking the law and demanded her immediate resignation. Why is there a hole in the middle of a spoon? It’s not just for draining water—the original purpose has many people guessing wronghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821240https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821240Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:09:22 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The hole in the center of IKEA’s pasta server can be used not only to drain water but also to measure portions of dry pasta. The utensil’s surprising feature has attracted attention. Construction begins at Kaohsiung MRT Yellow Line station Y6! New phase of traffic-control measures on Benguan Road from Aug. 6https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821241https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821241Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:08:32 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Traffic measures on Benguan Road will be adjusted starting Aug. 6 for construction of the main structure at Kaohsiung MRT Yellow Line station Y6. The work will affect local traffic but strengthen the city’s rail network. What is the small loop on the back of a shirt for? It’s more than decoration—the origins are surprisingly linked to the Navyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821242https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821242Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:03:10 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The “Locker Loop” on the back of a shirt was a practical design derived from the Navy, developed to hang shirts in cramped shipboard quarters. It later became established as a fashion feature through American Ivy League culture. Fooyin’s health and beauty department wins 4 gold medals at an international competition in South Korea, signs MOU to deepen Taiwan-South Korea beauty industry cooperationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821243https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821243Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:02:12 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Fooyin University’s Department of Health and Beauty won four gold, seven silver and two bronze medals at an international beauty competition in South Korea, and signed an MOU with 圓光數位大學, showcasing Taiwan’s strength in beauty education and deepening international cooperation. A major retreat ahead of the Xi-Trump summit? White House meets with three Silicon Valley giants; AI rules may exempt China’s “open-weight models”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821244https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821244Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:02:06 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The U.S. government said it plans to exempt Chinese “open-weight models” from AI safety regulations. The move is an attempt to balance innovation and national security amid the race for AI dominance, but has exposed divisions within industry and the government. Today’s (08/05) top stories! Latest on 2026’s NT$10,000 universal cash payment revealed / Latest Typhoon Beluga track and its impact on Taiwan / Eligibility for the Ministry of Labor’s NT$100,000 subsidy at a glancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821245https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1821245Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:01:43 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The 2026 universal NT$10,000 cash payment plan has passed its first reading in the Legislative Yuan, and 8 townships have introduced local subsidies; Typhoon Beluga is expected to affect Taiwan from Aug. 7 to 9; people aged 45 and older can apply for up to NT$100,000 in training subsidies from the Ministry of Labor; 4 brands of Nonggeng rice vermicelli were pulled from shelves after formaldehyde was detected for the third time; high-dividend ETFs with annualized returns of 17.6% draw attention. Is it wrong to drink 1 glass of water after waking up? Doctor warns that “4 groups of people” could harm their health further; many people are doing it wronghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820915https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820915Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:57:33 +0900Taiwan風傳媒A Japanese surgeon warned that drinking a large amount of hot water all at once immediately after waking up is dangerous for people with high blood pressure or arteriosclerosis. Drinking a small amount of lukewarm water slowly is recommended. How much money do you need to retire comfortably? Latest retirement savings target revealed: “NT$40 million isn’t enough”; experts calculate costs as pressure mountshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820916https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820916Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:55:33 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Amid an AI-fueled stock rally, the amount of money needed for retirement is rising. The benchmark is about 45 million yen in the United States and 42,000 yen a month in Taiwan. Experts point to the importance of prioritizing cash flow. Is Hsu Chia-ching in trouble? Accused of letting her son cut the line at a Dongsha camp, deemed “illegal”; Control Yuan may impose a seven-figure fine—here’s what she saidhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820917https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820917Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:51:12 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Overseas Community Affairs Council Minister Hsu Chia-ching was accused of “pulling strings” for her son at a Dongsha experience camp. The Control Yuan found that she violated the conflict-of-interest avoidance law and is considering a fine of NT$100,000 to NT$2 million, sparking allegations of abusing public office for personal gain. When is Guan Yu’s birthday in 2026? What should you offer? A look at worship offerings and taboos! Experts reveal 6 types of people most likely to succeed in praying for wealthhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820918https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820918Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:50:22 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Aug. 6, 2026, is Guan Sheng Dijun’s birthday. Six professions, including merchants and students, are especially suited to paying their respects. The report also introduces offerings to choose and taboos to observe. Guan Gong is widely worshipped as a symbol of justice and wealth. PX Mart shoppers always stock up on these 2 soy sauce pastes. Savvy shoppers praise them for their simple ingredients and versatile, well-balanced flavor: “Once you try them, you won’t switch.”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820919https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820919Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:46:26 +0900Taiwan風傳媒台湾の消費者が全聯で購入可能な醤油膏について意見交換し、「屏科大」と「義美」の2ブランドが成分シンプル・味バランス良好で高い支持を得た。健康志向の家庭層を中心にリピーターが増えている。 《Princess Zhaoyang》 isn’t his only hit! Li Hongyi’s 10 best Chinese dramas: the top pick scores 8.3 and is rated far above 《Dashing Youth》https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820920https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820920Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:45:57 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The TOP10 Chinese dramas starring Li Hongyi are ranked by Douban ratings. As his latest work 《昭陽公主》 draws attention, his earlier hit 《少年歌行》 takes the No. 1 spot with a score of 8.3. The report examines his varied roles, from historical dramas to contemporary series. 凱基金控 serves up a healthy workplace! Its inaugural pickleball tournament brings ONE KGI togetherhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820921https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820921Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:32:21 +0900Taiwan風傳媒凱基金控 held its inaugural “KGI Cup Pickleball Tournament,” attracting more than 230 participants. Combining sports, family fun and charity, the event underscored the company’s commitment to a healthy workplace and social responsibility. 國民黨, 民進黨, 民眾黨... Which party has the highest support? Latest poll: 1 party’s unfavorable rating surges past 50.5%https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820922https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820922Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒 《The Long Ballad》 and 《The City of Sunlight》 aren’t No. 1! Deng Kai’s top 10 Chinese dramas: the winner is this series, where he brought the ruthless Red Prince to life and earned higher ratings than 《The Tang Palace Mystery》https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820923https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820923Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:27:10 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Chinese television dramas featuring actor Deng Kai are ranked by their Douban ratings. His signature work 《少年歌行》 takes the No. 1 spot with a high rating of 8.5. His acting ability and skill in portraying a range of characters have earned praise. U.S. stocks just hit a record high, but the most dangerous 3 months may lie ahead! Experts advise against rushing to sell everything, citing 3 reasons for a potential turnaroundhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820924https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820924Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:24:23 +0900Taiwan風傳媒While the U.S. stock market has hit a record high, August through October is traditionally a weak period, prompting debate among investors over when to take profits. Ned Davis Research (NDR) said there are still no clear signals of a market reversal despite seasonal factors, and analyzed investor caution as a factor that is actually helping support the market. Palantir CEO blasts Silicon Valley AI giants for “taking corporate IP”: “Don’t let Musk-ists colonize business models”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820925https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820925Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:24:15 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Palantir CEO Alex Karp criticized AI companies such as OpenAI and Anthropic, accusing them of improperly absorbing companies’ intellectual property. Palantir reported strong second-quarter results and highlighted its own AI strategy. Taiwan Sugar’s latest report says “the oil never entered the plant, so there was no need to report it.” Shih Chung-liang: “Not required by law”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820926https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820926Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:23:27 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan Sugar faced questions over failing to report that crude oil from 中聯油脂 exceeded the limit for benzo[a]pyrene. Health and Welfare Minister Shih Chung-liang said the Food Safety Act does not require reporting raw materials. Taiwan Sugar stressed that the oil never entered its plant and did not belong to the company, so it had no reporting obligation. The case highlights a regulatory loophole. Han Kuo-yu mistakenly calls Fan Yun “Tsai Ing-wen” during cross-party talks; Chuang Jui-hsiung jokes that the trauma runs deep: “Are you already eyeing 2028?”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820927https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820927Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:22:50 +0900Taiwan風傳媒During cross-party talks, Legislative Yuan President Han Kuo-yu mistakenly called Democratic Progressive Party member Fan Yun “Tsai Ing-wen.” Chuang Jui-hsiung mocked the mistake as “post-traumatic symptoms” and hinted at interest in the 2028 general election. China illegally poaches Taiwan’s semiconductor talent! More than 300 investigators search 64 locations, uncovering 17 Chinese companies operating in Taiwanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820928https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820928Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:22:37 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwanese prosecutors uncovered illegal recruitment of semiconductor talent by 17 Chinese companies. U.S.-blacklisted companies were also involved, highlighting the risk of technology leakage. 《A Name in the Spotlight》 isn’t the only one worth watching! The 9 best Taiwanese dramas from 公視, with the top pick setting the bar for the entire genrehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820929https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820929Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:15:24 +0900Taiwan風傳媒 南山人壽 and 南山產物 recognized for insurance transformation achievements, winning 14 honors at the 2026 Insurance Faith, Hope and Love Awardshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820930https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820930Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:14:03 +0900Taiwan風傳媒 Taiwan stocks’ strongest sector today: optical communications stocks surge across the board! Trump considers banning imports of Chinese optical transceivers; a guide to what’s driving these 9 stockshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820931https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820931Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:10:48 +0900Taiwan風傳媒 From “deterrence” to restricting researchers from leaving the country: a guide to China’s new border-crossing rules and Beijing’s definition of freedom of movementhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820932https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820932Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:10:38 +0900Taiwan風傳媒 Chinese tourists are ditching Japan! Travelers from China are flocking to 1 Taiwanese county, with nearly 200,000 visitors drawn by convenient independent travel, food and sceneryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820933https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820933Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:10:11 +0900Taiwan風傳媒 Taiwan stocks surge more than 1,000 points again today. What should retail investors do? After 9 days of wild swings totaling nearly 10,000 points, Ruan Mu-hua names 5 ETFs following an epic V-shaped reboundhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820934https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820934Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:05:49 +0900Taiwan風傳媒After a tumultuous 9 days in which Taiwan’s stock market plunged by about 10,000 points, it surged by more than 1000 points again. Investment adviser Ruan Mu-hua recommended 5 ETFs to individual investors. Iran denies everything Trump says; U.S.-Iran talks are a tale of two narratives as mediator Qatar reveals the latest progresshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820935https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820935Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:04:29 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Qatar mediated diplomatic talks between the United States and Iran, with signs of progress, while former President Trump repeatedly made statements suggesting military action and Iran denied that negotiations were taking place. The sides remain at odds over passage through the Strait of Hormuz and the nuclear issue. The retail investor disaster fueled by “leveraged ETFs”! Bloomberg columnist doesn’t mince words: after China, South Korea has also become unsuitable for investmenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820936https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820936Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:02:36 +0900Taiwan風傳媒South Korea’s stock market plunged, putting leveraged ETFs and the government’s response under scrutiny. Bloomberg’s Ren Shuli criticized South Korea as an “uninvestable market.” Individual investors suffered huge losses. Han Kuang exercise》Drone “swarm” leads the way in composite attacks, forming a kill chainhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820385https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820385Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan’s armed forces introduced combined attacks using drones and “swarm” tactics in the Han Kuang 42 exercise. They stressed the importance of strategies tailored to the terrain. Han Kuang exercise: Reserve brigade mobilizes an unprecedented 5000 personnel, aims to build combat strength in 14 dayshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820384https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820384Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒From 2025 to 2026, the mobilization of reserve brigades in Taiwan’s Han Kuang exercises expanded to its largest scale ever. The effort aims to mobilize 5000 people and build up combat capability within 14 days, strengthening the country’s defense system. Han Kuang exercise: As China applies extreme pressure, Taiwan’s navy and coast guard join forces to train for breaking a blockade and escorting vesselshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820383https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820383Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan’s armed forces conducted “counter-blockade escort” drills during the Han Kuang 42 exercise to prepare for a Chinese blockade. The navy and coast guard worked together, focusing on securing supply routes. The exercise is crucial to the country’s survival. Civil servants’ pension adjustments have been deposited! Will halting pension cuts for military personnel, public servants and teachers increase the government’s burden? Li Lai-hsi hits back: Agencies haven’t spent a penny morehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820382https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820382Wed, 05 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Legislative Yuan passed a bill halting cuts to public-sector and teachers’ pensions, and the difference was deposited on Aug. 1 for about 180,000 people. The Executive Yuan expressed concern over the increased fiscal burden, but Lee Lai-hsi argued that each agency could manage the cost within its budget. The policy’s fiscal impact is drawing attention. Tian Xiwei and Hu Yitian’s The Genius Girlfriend slammed for drastic changes! It ruined the source material; this is the champion of the Chinese drama TOP10: Book fans can’t recognize it, and even Wu Lei and Lin Yun can’t save ithttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820386https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820386Wed, 05 Aug 2026 11:59:13 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Chinese drama 《天才、女友》, starring Tian Xiwei and Hu Yitian, has drawn criticism from fans of the original book for diverging sharply from it, reigniting debate over changes to source material in Chinese dramas. This article presents a TOP10 that includes past heavily altered adaptations. Goodbye, dated designs! 21-year-old rising star breaks free of the traditional qipao mold and wins gold in Chinese-style clothing at the 56th National Skills Competitionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820942https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820942Wed, 05 Aug 2026 11:59:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒At the 56th National Skills Competition, 21-year-old Lü Yuxin broke free of the traditional qipao mold to win gold, showcasing the results of integrating vocational education with government resources and highlighting the importance of developing young people’s skills. A new metro line is coming to Taipei and New Taipei! 9-station route map revealed, with earliest opening date; connects attractions, shopping districts and schoolshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820387https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820387Wed, 05 Aug 2026 11:55:53 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The heads of Taipei and New Taipei cities took their first ride on a test train on the Wanda-Zhonghe Line. The line is scheduled to open in 2027, significantly cutting commute times and strengthening the transportation network between the two cities. “20% of carcinogenic oil recalled”—did the Food and Drug Administration report directly to the Executive Yuan? Shih Chung-liang: There was no bypassing the ministerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820388https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820388Wed, 05 Aug 2026 11:55:29 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Questions have been raised about how the 20% removal threshold was decided in the carcinogenic oil issue involving 中聯油脂. Health and Welfare Minister Shih Chung-liang emphasized that the decision was made by an expert panel and denied claims that it came directly from the Executive Yuan. Taiwan stocks surge 1000 points—should investors hold off celebrating? 3 major U.S. AI stocks plunge after hours; expert warns of 1 scenario: a bargain-buying opportunity has arrived for this stockhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820389https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820389Wed, 05 Aug 2026 11:53:29 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan’s stock market rebounded sharply in overnight trading, but experts warned that AI-related stocks were overvalued. Some stocks fell after earnings reports, but this could present an investment opportunity. Could Friday be a typhoon day off? Latest track for Typhoon White Dolphin: expert lays out 3 scenarios; 1 could prompt a land warninghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820390https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820390Wed, 05 Aug 2026 11:50:52 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Typhoon “Amamichou” may approach Taiwan, and the issuance of sea or land warnings is being considered over the weekend. Its path has three possible scenarios, and uncertainty remains high. Young people, claim your money! Government offers up to 48000元 to eligible applicants nationwide; how to apply and how much you can receivehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820391https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260805-12/index-en-p8.html#n1820391Wed, 05 Aug 2026 11:47:34 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan’s Ministry of Labor is implementing a nationwide employment support program for young people aged 15–29, including financial assistance of up to 48,000 yen. The program supports job-seeking and stable employment.