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“リバーウォーク北九州” 2026 summer vacation promotion Published 2026-08-07 10:00 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Shopping receipts totaling 1,000 yen リバーウォーク北九州 shopping tickets worth 500 yen Shopping receipts totaling 2,000 yen First 500 customers Companies mentioned：リバーウォーク北九州、Seria、北九hanako
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A new staple for today’s dining table. “新雪(しんせつ)720ML瓶詰” launches September 14, 2026 Published 2026-08-07 10:00 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Alcohol content: 14 degrees or higher and less than 15 degrees Contents: 720ML bottle Companies mentioned：小西酒造株式会社
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Supporting Kumamoto’s recovery and reconstruction: specialty nori shop 風雅 launches “風雅巻き 復興支援パック” Published 2026-08-07 10:00 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Original 「風雅巻き 復興支援パック」1袋につき200円 Price: 1,944 yen (tax included) 9 varieties of 風雅巻き, 2 pieces each (18 pieces in total) Companies mentioned：株式会社風雅、熊本県
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Supporting Japanese farmers! Launch of “土壌改良で作物がしっかり育つ｜土壌メディア,” a specialist website for farmers concerned about crop growth Published 2026-08-07 10:00 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Its roots lie in a microbial materials research institute established by his grandfather in 1976 Joined リサール酵産 in 2018 after working at a financial institution Appointed president and representative director in August 2025 Established: May 20, 1986 Companies mentioned：リサール酵産株式会社、土壌メディア
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[Hokkaido-born FC headquarters roll-up] Business succession startup クリエイピア raises a total of 20 million yen after the second close of its seed round Published 2026-08-07 10:00 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Cumulative fundraising total: 20 million yen Raises an additional 10 million yen Desired transfer price of 50 million yen or less Total cumulative funding reaches 26.24 million yen Companies mentioned：クリエイピア株式会社、THE SEED、パソコン教室ディードットステーション札幌東教室、フランチャイズ承継機構
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“第4回 物語コラージュ展,” an awards event spotlighting collage art, to be held Published 2026-08-07 10:00 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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“第4回 物語コラージュ展,” an awards event for collage art, now being held for the 4th time From August 22 (Saturday) through September 30 (Wednesday), 2026 15 ambassadors and international ambassadors (Taiwan, South Korea, and the United States) 10 awards have been established to spotlight the appeal of different forms of expression IchigoZukin original QUO Card worth 5,000 yen IchigoZukin original QUO Cards worth 2,000 yen each IchigoZukin original QUO Cards worth 500 yen each Companies mentioned：nene_hope_heart、IchigoZukin
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[Early-bird discount available! Reservations open for 板前魂 osechi!] This year marks the 20th anniversary of the 板前魂 brand! Enter just by purchasing “盛付おせち”!? New Year’s cash giveaway campaign with 2 million yen in prizes now underway! Published 2026-08-07 10:00 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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More than 50 varieties of osechi Cumulative sales have reached 3.8 million sets Approximately 9,300 stores nationwide Companies mentioned：株式会社ナカノモードエンタープライズ、板前魂、立命館大学、楽天、Yahoo!ショッピング、Amazon、au PAYマーケット
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GeoDreams accelerates the deployment of next-generation geothermal power generation and relocates its headquarters to Marunouchi Published 2026-08-07 10:00 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Relocation date: August 7, 2026 Plans to expand to a team of approximately 60 people by 2030 Companies mentioned：GeoDreams、WeWork
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[Flower-filled scenery and experiences unique to Ibaraki] The 2nd installment of the 2026 “珠玉の企画” is now on sale and proving popular Published 2026-08-07 10:00 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Just 100 people Price: 23,000 yen per person 2,000 yen off the regular price Glamping: from 18,040 yen per room Cottage: from 42,680 yen per room Mini-scarf making: 11,000 yen per person Coaster making: 4,400 yen per person Companies mentioned：茨城県、いばらきフラワーパーク、THE BOTANICAL RESORT 林音、奥順株式会社、つむぎの館、株式会社ボタラシアンリゾート
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Chair of おれんじハウス to speak at a pre-congress event for the academic meeting of 日本小児在宅医学会 Published 2026-08-07 10:00 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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The event will be held on August 22 (Saturday), 2026, at the Yokohama City Health and Welfare Center Capacity: 240 people Established: April 1, 2013 Companies mentioned：認定NPO法人おれんじハウス、日本小児在宅医学会、全国小規模保育協議会、埼玉医科大学総合医療センター、東京都立小児総合医療センター
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Golf wear brand “アンパスィ” supplies apparel to Japan’s team for the 15th World Deaf Golf Championships Published 2026-08-07 10:00 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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All 19 members of the Japan national team 21 countries worldwide Approximately 125 people Price: 9,900 yen (tax included) Price: 13,750 yen (tax included) Companies mentioned：アンパスィ、株式会社アンパスィ、ゴールドウイングループ、日本デフゴルフ協会
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VITURE to hold “One Day with VITURE,” a 5th anniversary and new product experience event, in Harajuku on August 22 and 23. Try the new “VITURE Pro 2 XR Glasses” in person; free admission Published 2026-08-07 10:00 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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2 days, Aug. 22 (Sat.) and 23 (Sun.), 2026 Scheduled to launch in Japan on August 20 (Thursday), 2026 More than 50% share of shipments in the U.S. XR glasses market IDC survey, Q4 2024 Established: 2021 Companies mentioned：VITURE、VITURE Inc.、Nintendo Switch 2、Cyberpunk 2077、8BitDo、IDC
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株式会社BitoB to exhibit at “IT・情シスDXPO 東京'26 夏.” Booth showcasing BCP solutions that support “businesses that never stop”; seeking sales partners as well Published 2026-08-07 10:00 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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The SCS assessment system, which will be fully implemented starting in fiscal 2026 August 20 (Thursday) and 21 (Friday), 2026 Capital: ¥51 million Companies mentioned：株式会社BitoB、Microsoft 365、Wasabi
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Original ショートドラマの広告活用に特化したサービス「DRAMAD」 公開。先着3企業まで、ショートドラマ制作費が0円に。 Published 2026-08-07 10:00 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Advertising spend of 5 million yen or more 3 videos Cuts CPA (cost per acquisition) by 50% Companies mentioned：nowhere film株式会社、DRAMAD
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Original TVアニメ『薬屋のひとりごと』の世界観に没入するAR体験。猫猫・壬氏と巡るAR旅 第１弾＜夏＞、茨城ARフォトスポット「猫猫・壬氏と夏巡り」開催 Published 2026-08-07 10:00 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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The series has surpassed 45 million copies in cumulative sales Approximately 1 million “八重ひまわり” will be in full bloom 30 people will be selected by lottery Companies mentioned：茨城県、TVアニメ『薬屋のひとりごと』、イマジカインフォス、「薬屋のひとりごと」製作委員会
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株式会社GRApP to open “ReLA 南流山,” its 6th apartment hotel under its own brand, in August 2026 Published 2026-08-07 10:00 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Operates 59 buildings nationwide Plans to open 25 new buildings Accommodates 42 people in 11 rooms Can accommodate up to 6 guests Opening date: August 1, 2026 Companies mentioned：株式会社GRApP、積水ハウス株式会社
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Enjoy the sweltering summer with an “After 6” plan. A hands-free BBQ, 2 hours of all-you-can-drink beverages, and a set of handheld fireworks for 5,000 yen. A limited plan starting at 18:00 is now available at 海の家「海渡-KAITO YUIGAHAMA-」. Published 2026-08-07 10:00 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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2 hours of all-you-can-drink Summer 2026 Through Monday, August 31, 2026 Total seating capacity: 300 Capacity for private hire: 200–400 people Companies mentioned：海の家「海渡-KAITO YUIGAHAMA-」、食べログ、ホットペッパー、ぐるなび、合同会社シーサイドラウンジ
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Original 茨城県×TVアニメ『薬屋のひとりごと』コラボ 待望のオリジナルグッズ発売決定。 Published 2026-08-07 10:00 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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A4 clear file <Price: 550 yen (tax included)> Acrylic coasters, 2 types in total <Price: 660 yen each (tax included)> Postcard <Price: 220 yen (tax included)> The hugely popular series 『薬屋のひとりごと』 has surpassed 45 million copies in cumulative sales. Companies mentioned：茨城県、TVアニメ『薬屋のひとりごと』、水府物産センター、あみ観光物産館 ami colle!、あみプレミアム・アウトレット、国営ひたち海浜公園
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A new era of choosing care quality through “oral care.” Japan’s first oral care rating system for care facilities, “Zero Pro Stars (ZERO PRO STARS),” launches. Published 2026-08-07 10:00 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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4,522 fewer inpatient days 220 million yen in reduced medical costs 17,286 fewer inpatient days 850 million yen in reduced medical costs Companies mentioned：株式会社クロスケアデンタル、誤嚥性肺炎ゼロプロジェクト、東京健康安全研究センター、厚生労働省、東京都健康安全研究センター
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“Single Malt Japanese Whisky Sakurao SAUTERNES CASK FINISH STILLMAN'S SELECTION,” made exclusively with carefully selected unblended whisky enveloped in a rich aroma, launches Friday, August 7, 2026. Published 2026-08-07 10:00 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Volume/container: 700 ml, bottle Alcohol content: 46% Suggested retail price: 15,000 yen (excluding tax) Companies mentioned：株式会社サクラオブルワリーアンドディスティラリー、SAKURAO DISTILLERY
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Head office, usually off-limits, opens for a special event. “わいわいやまやまつり2026,” an event exclusively for members of the やまや fan community, will be held Sunday, August 30, 2026. Published 2026-08-07 10:00 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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To be held Sunday, August 30, 2026 10:00–17:30 (tentative) Approximately 200 spaces (free) ¥500 (tax included) Adults: 2,500 yen (tax included) Companies mentioned：株式会社やまやコミュニケーションズ、わいわいやまや
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Freeing mowing crews from extreme heat, labor shortages, and pest risks! The professional-grade “remote-controlled engine brush cutter HG-RCGC502,” with 12.5 horsepower and approximately 4 hours of continuous operation, launches. Published 2026-08-07 10:00 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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12.5 horsepower Approximately 3 hours 50 minutes of operation Up to 8,500 m² Wide 685 mm cutting width Maximum slope: 35° Weight: 370 kg Companies mentioned：ハイガー株式会社
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Launch of a pulse survey focused on improving employee retention Published 2026-08-07 10:00 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Available starting August 1, 2026 99.5% of section managers at listed companies were player-coaches. 33.7% of managers said, “I have never learned about management in a systematic way.” Supports organizational improvement at more than 250 organizations, including listed companies, through web-based internal newsletters and profiles. Companies mentioned：株式会社ビットエー、ourlyカンパニー、産業能率大学、株式会社Hajimari
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Effective even for dense breasts! Facilities offering painless MRI breast cancer screenings expand to 100 nationwide — Published 2026-08-07 10:00 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Cumulative screenings have exceeded 65,000 people. The screening also has a high repeat rate of 30%. Screening fee: 19,800 yen (tax included) Screening fee: 22,000 yen (tax included) Companies mentioned：株式会社ドゥイブス・サーチ、日本赤十字社、JA茨城県厚生連、医療法人宏仁会
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ONESTRUCTION to exhibit at the 6th Construction DX Exhibition Osaka Published 2026-08-07 10:00 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Aug. 26 (Wed.)–28 (Fri.), 2026 10:00–17:00 each day Capacity: 50 people Companies mentioned：ONESTRUCTION株式会社、RX Japan株式会社
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Development contest to unlock the potential of 3D city models: The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism’s “PLATEAU AWARD 2026” is set to take place, with pre-entry now open. Published 2026-08-07 10:00 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Total prize money: 2 million yen or more The data coverage area has expanded to approximately 300 cities nationwide and beyond. Companies mentioned：国土交通省、Project PLATEAU、株式会社角川アスキー総合研究所
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うさまる × 山口銘菓: A 4-piece box of fluffy milk “Tsuki de Hirotta Tamago” eggs with puffy stickers is set to launch on August 11. Published 2026-08-07 10:00 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Celebrating the 40th anniversary of the launch of Tsuki de Hirotta Tamago Starting May 1, 2026 Starting August 11, 2026 (Tuesday) 1 box / 4 pieces: 2,000 yen (tax included) 1,500 yen (tax included) Limited to 2,000 puffy stickers Cumulative production reached 161 million units as of February 12, 2026. Companies mentioned：あさひ製菓株式会社、LINE、果子乃季、うさまる、山口銘菓、sakumaru
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Authentic quality from a long-established manufacturer in a “palm-sized” package! Introducing the new mini cylindrical case and certificate set. Published 2026-08-07 10:00 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Cylindrical case size: 40 mm in diameter × 160 mm long Price: 900 yen plus tax Capital: 30 million yen Companies mentioned：銀鳥産業株式会社
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MC Sora Aoi and Minamikawa unveil the 22 official members selected from 317 applicants. The first studio episode of “Shibuya Mappies” begins streaming on SWIPEDRAMA at 20:00 on Friday, August 7! Published 2026-08-07 10:00 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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There were 317 applicants in total. 22 people won places as official members. 40 of them advanced to the audition. Streaming begins at 20:00 on Friday, August 7. Companies mentioned：株式会社SWIPEDRAMA、SWIPEDRAMA、恵比寿マスカッツ
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The アミュージアム栃木合戦場店 opens on Friday, 8/7! Published 2026-08-07 10:00 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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More than 100 crane games installed A baumkuchen will be given to the first 100 visitors. A popular Pokémon card will be given to the first 100 children in elementary school or younger. Companies mentioned：株式会社アムリード、アミュージアム栃木合戦場店
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Original 傳伊朗擬禁美以船隻通行荷莫茲海峽 違者罰貨值20% Published 2026-08-07 14:39 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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The maximum fine could amount to 20% of the total value of the cargo carried by the ship Original 布倫特原油價格突破每桶82美元 Companies mentioned：法斯通訊社、伊朗、阿曼、美國、以色列、布倫特原油
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89-year-old woman dies after collision with truck while crossing the road in Taichung's Shengang District Published 2026-08-07 14:39 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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89-year-old woman surnamed Chen 55-year-old man surnamed Liu Companies mentioned：中央社
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Tsai Ing-wen to head Su Chiao-hui's campaign headquarters; Lee Chuan says, “My big name is the citizens” Published 2026-08-07 14:36 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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New Taipei City's 4.04 million residents Companies mentioned：民进党、国民党、新旺集瓷
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As AI competition heats up, ByteDance founder Zhang Yiming calls for “rejecting distillation” Published 2026-08-07 14:36 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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At an all-hands meeting of ByteDance's Seed team held in July Companies mentioned：字节跳动
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Bangkok suburban school shooting leaves 2 teachers dead; 9th-grade student implicated Published 2026-08-07 14:35 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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2 teachers killed 15 people injured 9th-grade student Companies mentioned：泰叻報、泰國公共電視台、曼谷郵報
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Original 綠指教保機構監管失靈 北市府：依法究辦從嚴裁處 Published 2026-08-07 14:34 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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As many as 500 instances of mistreatment Visited 夏莉絲托嬰中心 5 times in the past six months Companies mentioned：夏莉絲托嬰中心、凱斯教育機構、美蒂思、勁寶兒集團
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Man who fatally hit someone while driving drunk completes restorative justice process; Chiayi court sentences him to 2 years and 8 months Published 2026-08-07 14:33 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Breath alcohol concentration reached 0.29 milligrams per liter He borrowed money and completed payment of the agreed NT$1.8 million in compensation to the victim's family Sentenced to 2 years and 8 months in prison Companies mentioned：嘉義地院、嘉義地檢署、國民法官法庭
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Green proposal to use 50% of traffic fine revenue for traffic improvements rejected by Blue and White parties, not placed on agenda Published 2026-08-07 14:27 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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No less than 50% 75% is allocated to local governments 24% is allocated to the penalizing agency At least 12% must be set aside for traffic enforcement and road safety improvements Companies mentioned：民眾黨、民進黨、國民黨
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威加公司 provides false information on the source of its camellia oil; Taipei City imposes a NT$3 million fine Published 2026-08-07 14:24 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Companies mentioned：威加公司、永豐餘、源春製油廠、聚興製油工廠、源發製油工廠、緯承實業股份有限公司
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Chou Yi-hsiang returns to pro basketball, joins TPBL新北國王 Published 2026-08-07 14:18 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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35-year-old Chou Yi-hsiang Averaged 15 points 4.7 rebounds 3.3 assists Companies mentioned：TPBL新北國王、SBL新興球隊基隆黑鷹、台灣職業籃球大聯盟、北京首鋼
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Bird droppings disrupt India's badminton world championships again; venue renovation costs more than 60 million Published 2026-08-07 14:08 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Nearly 200 million rupees invested About NT$67.65 million More than 1,200 people From 55 countries or regions More than 3,000 athletes, coaches and support staff More than 800 people Companies mentioned：BWF、印度羽球協會、英蒂拉．甘地室內體育館
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Argentina's private property law sparks public anger; thousands protest and clash with police Published 2026-08-07 14:06 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Among the Senate's 72 seats The government ultimately backed down, removing the chapter concerning land purchases by foreigners. The original provision proposed raising the cap on foreign ownership of land from 15% to 25%. The original provision proposed raising the cap on foreign ownership of land from 15% to 25%. Foreign individuals or organizations currently own about 5% of Argentina's territory Companies mentioned：布宜諾斯艾利斯大學、University of Buenos Aires
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Senior lifestyle expo opens; economics minister says 2-year effort helped develop 279 senior technology products Published 2026-08-07 14:05 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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279 senior technology products 174 application sites NT$2.8 billion in revenue 110 startups NT$400 million in output value and investment Companies mentioned：經濟部、工研院、泰陞國際科技
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AI boom drives demand; China's exports rise 23.9% year on year in July Published 2026-08-07 14:04 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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China's total imports and exports by value rose 25.3% year on year in July, measured in U.S. dollars Export value rose 23.9% year on year in July Import value rose 27.5% year on year China's integrated circuit export value, measured in U.S. dollars, surged 116.57% year on year in July Ship exports rose 92.36% year on year Automobile exports, including chassis, rose 60.35% year on year Auto parts exports rose 13.75% year on year Rare earth exports rose 43.13% year on year Refined oil exports rose 21.01% year on year High-tech product exports rose 52.67% year on year China's trade surplus reached US$112.49 billion in July The year-on-year growth rate of exports in July fell 3.1 percentage points from June Companies mentioned：中國海關總署、東方金誠、王青、界面新聞、中國銀河證券研究院、張迪
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Power outage at Executive Yuan complex; Cabinet says aging equipment needs replacement and urges Legislative Yuan to pass budget promptly Published 2026-08-07 14:02 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Both high-voltage circuit breakers are more than 30 years old 行政院 lost power at around 7 hours 34 minutes in the morning Power was gradually restored at 8 hours 6 minutes Power was fully restored at 8 hours 34 minutes Companies mentioned：行政院、台電公司
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Philippine and Australian defense ministers reaffirm importance of peace in Taiwan Strait, agree to deepen defense cooperation Published 2026-08-07 14:02 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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The 3rd defense ministers' meeting The 10th anniversary of the South China Sea arbitration ruling The 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea Companies mentioned：菲律賓、澳洲、中國、北韓、俄羅斯、烏克蘭
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Kaohsiung urban resilience drill; vice president observes disaster response coordination and medical load reduction Published 2026-08-07 13:59 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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“Disaster response coordination centers” established in more than 300 townships, cities and districts across Taiwan 20 relief stations have also been set up in Qianzhen District Companies mentioned：高雄榮民總醫院、高榮
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Chiayi County holds drone competition for elementary and junior high students to showcase learning成果 Published 2026-08-07 13:59 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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A total of 73 junior high and elementary school teams took part in drone racing and drone soccer competitions This year attracted 23 junior high school teams 50 elementary school teams competed The central government invested NT$1.2 billion to build 亞洲無人機AI創新應用研發中心（亞創中心） in Chiayi Companies mentioned：永慶高中、大同技術學院、民雄航太暨無人機產業園區、亞洲無人機AI創新應用研發中心（亞創中心）
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Ko Ching-hsien gets 2 hits off Su Lan-hung as Padres win Taiwan minor league matchup Published 2026-08-07 13:55 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Allowed just 1 unearned run Both of Ko Ching-hsien's 2 hits today came off Su Lan-hung The Padres won 5-2 Su Lan-hung started and pitched 3 innings Gave up 5 hits Also recorded 4 strikeouts Issued 1 walk. Earned run average stood at 6.62 after the game Went 2-for-4 Batting average rose to 2成63 after the game Companies mentioned：教士隊、道奇隊、聖地牙哥教士隊、洛杉磯道奇隊
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Chen Shih-chung: Raising senior labor force participation to 25% could add 700,000 workers Published 2026-08-07 13:51 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Taiwan's senior labor force participation rate is about 10% If raised to 25% Would add about 700,000 workers Based on an estimated senior population of about 4.7 million people aged 65 and over In August last year, there were already 5,749 centenarians Each person can use an individual subsidy allowance of NT$60,000 every 3 years Companies mentioned：行政院、教育部、衛福部、國科會、勞動部、生策會
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國際足總 withdraws privatization proposal with African support; Europe remains dissatisfied and continues boycott Published 2026-08-07 13:49 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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This company, valued at US$20 billion Raised $4.2 billion Companies mentioned：國際足總、非洲足球協會、歐洲足球總會、南美足球總會、中北美洲及加勒比海足球協會、亞洲足球聯盟、世界職業足球員協會
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Elderly man falls ill on Wang'an Island; Coast Guard carries out overnight rescue and takes him to hospital Published 2026-08-07 13:45 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Original 1名75歲的董姓民眾 Around 7 yesterday 7:28 8:15 Companies mentioned：澎湖海巡艇、澎湖消防局、三總澎湖分院、海巡署、金馬澎分署、第十三巡防區、第七岸巡隊、馬公安檢所、消防局
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Says decision to pull all 中聯 products from shelves was political; Shih Chung-liang: I take responsibility for the political decision Published 2026-08-07 13:43 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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20% is a matter for scientific discussion Products found on shelves with 0.01ppb Companies mentioned：中聯、衛福部、食藥署
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Restoration of Tainan temple paintings revives their artistic splendor Published 2026-08-07 13:38 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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In its first year, the program subsidized restoration work at 3 temples, including 西華堂, 海尾朝皇宮 and 東門伍佛堂 Companies mentioned：台南市政府、西華堂、海尾朝皇宮、東門伍佛堂、楊乃胡、蔡草如、王妙舜
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Typhoon raises fears of being stranded on Green Island; 船公司 evacuates more than 1,000 tourists Published 2026-08-07 13:36 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Evacuated 1229 tourists back to Taitung Companies mentioned：船公司
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2026 urban resilience exercise: overall order in Tainan was good, with no violations found Published 2026-08-07 13:34 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Mobilized 2880 people, including police, civilian volunteers and alternative-service personnel Implemented measures including 30-minute evacuations of people and vehicles, sheltering, traffic controls and disaster rescue Companies mentioned：全聯
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Taishin and Shin Kong Bank to merge on New Year's Day next year; Lin Wei-chun says business development will be more balanced Published 2026-08-07 13:18 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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The combined banks will have 204 domestic branches Companies mentioned：台新銀行、新光銀行、台新新光金控、合庫銀行、新光人壽、台新證券
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Yang Pan-chi urges investment in health to develop a new longevity economy and address the national security crisis of a super-aged society Published 2026-08-07 13:18 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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People aged 65 and older account for more than 20% Unhealthy life expectancy is about 8 years Average life expectancy in Taiwan is about 81 years About 84 years for women About 77 years for men Could generate US$12.5 trillion in economic value globally each year Increase global gross domestic product (GDP) by 7% Every US$1 invested in improving health could generate about US$4 in economic benefits 65% would come from health promotion and disease prevention 85% would come from increased labor participation and productivity Taiwan's labor force participation rate among people aged 65 and older is just 10.2% Japan: 26.1% Singapore: 32.5% South Korea: 39.4% Companies mentioned：生策會、生策中心、麥肯錫
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兆基屋管 affiliate reportedly faces financial crisis; investigators summon former chairman Published 2026-08-07 13:17 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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More than a hundred investors form a self-help group Companies mentioned：兆基屋管、趙姬投資、寄居蟹管理顧問
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Asian Optimist sailing invitational fills the waters off Guanyinting in Penghu with sails Published 2026-08-07 13:16 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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From 7 countries around the world Nearly 200 competitors Companies mentioned：中華民國帆船協會、亞洲帆船協會
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Hackers impersonate IT departments in phone scams; dozens of U.S. financial institutions targeted Published 2026-08-07 13:15 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Companies mentioned：黑石集團（Blackstone）、橋水基金（Bridgewater Associates）、阿波羅全球管理公司（Apollo Global Management）、貝恩資本公司（Bain Capital）、KKR集團、TPG資本公司、芝加哥商品交易所集團（CME Group）、明湖資本（Clearlake Capital）、穆迪（Moody's）、零售與餐旅業資訊共享和分析中心（Retail and Hospitality ISAC）
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AI chip race heats up; AMD acquires Canadian startup Published 2026-08-07 13:14 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Taalas raised US$169 million in February Total funding reached about US$219 million Companies mentioned：超微公司、Taalas、輝達、Groq、MK1、MEXT、FastFlowLM
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McCaul: China is a tougher adversary than Russia; drones can help Taiwan defend itself [Interview] Published 2026-08-07 13:09 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Original 美國國會去年批准110億美元軍售案 Another US$14 billion arms sale Companies mentioned：中央社、凱達格蘭論壇、美國國會、美國總統川普、立法院長韓國瑜、總統賴清德、烏克蘭總統澤倫斯基
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Cross-strait community exchange festival opens in Beijing, with more than 500 Taiwanese participants Published 2026-08-07 13:07 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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More than 500 Taiwanese people The Cross-Strait Community Exchange Festival has been held for 5 years 160th anniversary of Dr. Sun Yat-sen's birth Companies mentioned：國民黨、海協會
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New Taiwan dollar rises 2.7 cents at midday to a provisional close of 32.234 Published 2026-08-07 13:07 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Provisional close: 32.234 Rose 2.7 cents Trading volume: US$832 million Opened at 32.24 High of 32.20 Low: 32.276 Companies mentioned：中央社
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Shooting at well-known Thai school leaves 15 injured; gunman was a student Published 2026-08-07 13:06 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Initial reports said 15 people were injured Initial reports said 4 to 5 people were injured The gunman arrested by police was an 18-year-old man Companies mentioned：曼谷郵報、Amarin TV
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5 coffins found in Metro Manila bearing anti-communist and anti-China messages Published 2026-08-07 12:59 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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5 coffins 2 o'clock 4 hours Companies mentioned：フィリピン共産党、新人民軍、フィリピン每日詢問報、DZRH
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Former Construction and Planning Agency director Wu Rui-an convicted of bribery; 3-year, 8-month sentence final Published 2026-08-07 12:56 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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A contractor surnamed Chen, seeking to secure multiple government contracts, was introduced to Wu Rui-an by a man surnamed Chang who had long served as a legislative aide, and bribed Wu with NT$1 million during a dinner. Wu Rui-an was sentenced to 3 years and 8 months in prison Companies mentioned：內政部營建署、國土管理署
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青年運動 missile and drone attacks kill at least 58 government troops in Yemen Published 2026-08-07 12:54 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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At least 58 government soldiers killed Death toll was 38 11 civilians injured 青年運動 has been fighting 葉門政府 since 2014 Saudi Arabia has led a military coalition since 2015 The worst since 2022 Companies mentioned：青年運動、沙烏地阿拉伯、葉門政府、美國、以色列、伊朗、法新社、沙烏地新聞社、聯合國
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Preparing for 九合一 elections, 國民黨 creates AI spokesperson 鄭小文 Published 2026-08-07 12:49 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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國民黨 announced 4 new spokespeople today Companies mentioned：國民黨、KMTV
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On the 10th day after the powerful Kumamoto earthquake, some sections of the Kyushu Shinkansen resume service Published 2026-08-07 12:48 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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38 people died in the prefecture 21 people were seriously injured 6794 people are sheltering at 126 evacuation centers A total of 16,425 homes were damaged About 36,680 households are still without water Companies mentioned：日本放送協會（NHK）、JR九州公司、熊本電視台（TKU）
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Shooting at school north of Bangkok leaves at least 2 injured; suspect is a student Published 2026-08-07 12:47 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Companies mentioned：路透社、中央社
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Memory shortage reportedly affecting deliveries; expert says 台積電 can adjust production lines to respond Published 2026-08-07 12:42 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Processors worth US$1 billion 台積電's 2-nanometer process Companies mentioned：台積電、蘋果
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Three vehicles collide on National Freeway 1 in Changhua early morning; firefighters cut open vehicle to rescue trapped man Published 2026-08-07 12:41 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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3 vehicles collide 10 firefighters Companies mentioned：國道公路警察局、彰化縣消防局、彰化基督教醫院
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C.T. Pan returns after 17 months, shoots 70 in first round of the PGA Championship Published 2026-08-07 12:40 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Shot 70 Provisionally tied for 102nd Tied for 11th Total purse of US$8.5 million About NT$273 million Took sole lead with a 61 Companies mentioned：PGA、美巡賽、光輝巡迴賽、美國職業高爾夫協會、北卡羅來納州
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Chinese Culture University College of Business renews ACCBE accreditation; president advocates fully integrating AI into teaching Published 2026-08-07 12:35 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Chinese Culture University College of Business passes periodic reaccreditation for the 3rd time The term will be 4 years Companies mentioned：文化大學、ACCBE、王子奇、盧文民、周逸衡
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Road-widening project accused of illegal favoritism; Taitung agriculture department chief released on bail for the 2nd time, prosecutors appeal Published 2026-08-07 12:34 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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NT$200,000 NT$100,000 NT$300,000 NT$150,000 Companies mentioned：東映國際休閒渡假村
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Taichung teacher attacked by student may lose sight; National Teachers' Union calls for secure isolation spaces Published 2026-08-07 12:26 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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During summer remedial classes at a junior high school in Taichung on the 5th (CNA reporter Chen Zhizhong, Taipei, 7th) Companies mentioned：全國教師工會總聯合會（全教總）、台中市教育部
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Tickets for flights on regulated routes to outlying islands during the Double Ten holiday will go on sale at 9 a.m. on 8/10 Published 2026-08-07 12:26 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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1102 flight operations 3-day holiday 5 days 498 flight operations 36,828 seats 470 flight operations 44,018 seats 134 flight operations 9,080 seats 89,926 seats 10% 20% 30% Companies mentioned：民航局、交通部民用航空局
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Original 採購疫苗詐騙案 沈伯洋：替陳時中感到不值 Published 2026-08-07 12:22 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Original 約5成多台北市民認為蔣萬安號召上凱道反對問題油活動不成功的看法 Companies mentioned：慈濟、BNT、中央社、台北市長、陳時中、蔣萬安、彰化律師公會、台中地檢署、夏莉絲幼兒園
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Han Kuang Exercise: Barriers set up in the Tamsui River to prevent Chinese forces from advancing upriver directly toward the capital Published 2026-08-07 12:20 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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3 barriers set up About 600 meters wide About 500 meters long Companies mentioned：國軍、第3作戰區、陸軍第6軍團53工兵群、陸軍關渡地區指揮部
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Former 香港民主黨 member James To leaves Hong Kong for the UK to reunite with family Published 2026-08-07 12:14 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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James To is 63 years old More than 30 years in politics James To was arrested along with 54 others 8 people, including James To, were not charged by the authorities Wu Chi-wai sentenced to 4 years and 5 months He was ultimately granted permission to stay in the UK for 6 months Companies mentioned：香港民主黨
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Mental health adjustment leave extended to contract staff at public preschools; childcare workers may take 3 days per school year Published 2026-08-07 12:13 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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May take 3 days per school year 教育部 amended the law last October 教育部 announced amendments on May 27 this year Companies mentioned：教育部
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宇樹科技 sets offering price; market capitalization after issuance expected to be about 291.1 billion yuan Published 2026-08-07 12:13 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Offering price is 150.8 yuan per share Issuance of 40.446434 million shares Proposed issuance accounts for about 10% of total shares after the offering After completion of the offering, 宇樹科技 will have total share capital of 404.46434 million shares Market capitalization of about 60.993 billion yuan The process took just 73 days New listings take an average of 256 days from acceptance to approval New listings on the STAR Market take an average of 117 days Companies mentioned：宇樹科技、第一財經、Wind、南開大學、朱建陵
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Typhoon Baidolphin approaches; maritime warning expected at 2:30 p.m. Published 2026-08-07 12:11 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Latitude 27.1 degrees north Longitude 128.9 degrees east Moving at 13 kilometers per hour The radius of the 7-level wind area is 280 kilometers The radius of the 10-level wind area is 90 kilometers Typhoon Chan-hom is 3,900 kilometers from Taiwan The center of Baidolphin is about 300 kilometers from Taiwan's main island Strong gusts of force 9 to 10 Companies mentioned：中央氣象署、中央社
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Accused of smearing him and blocking vaccines, Chen Shih-chung says those making false accusations should apologize to society Published 2026-08-07 12:10 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Fraud losses totaled about NT$1.06 billion Companies mentioned：慈濟基金會、BNT、行政院、台中地檢署、高齡健康產業博覽會、衛福部
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US-Iran war stalemate hurts election prospects; a look at Trump's search for a way out Published 2026-08-07 12:06 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Original 美國總統川普對伊朗的戰爭處於第6個月 美國's November midterm elections Early voting in some states could begin as soon as September Original 美國和以色列2月28日對伊朗發動攻擊 He had predicted the conflict would end by mid-April The US and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding in June Companies mentioned：路透社、美國、伊朗、阿曼、以色列、荷莫茲海峽、美國國務卿盧比歐、民主黨、共和黨、白宮、中國、俄羅斯、北韓、捍衛民主基金會、塔勒布魯、潘尼可夫、米勒
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Lee Hao-yu goes hitless in 2 at-bats as a substitute, leaving him stuck in bid for most hits in a season by a Taiwanese player in MLB Published 2026-08-07 12:01 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Companies mentioned：MLB、底特律老虎队、西雅图水手队
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Typhoon Baidolphin hits Japan's Okinawa, injuring 3; traffic controls imposed in several areas Published 2026-08-07 12:00 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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3 people are known to have been injured locally Original 中心氣壓950百帕 Maximum sustained winds near the center of 40 meters per second Maximum instantaneous wind speed of 55 meters per second A total of 2,250 households on Okinawa's main island and the Daito Islands lost power The 24-hour accumulated rainfall could reach 200 millimeters in some areas Companies mentioned：沖繩電力公司、琉球新報、讀賣新聞、日本氣象廳
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Mobile network slowdown drill to take place; transport ministry urges travelers to arrive at stations early Published 2026-08-07 11:54 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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2026 Urban Resilience Exercise Central Taiwan region on August 10 Both periods run from 2:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Allow an extra 30 minutes to get to the station Companies mentioned：交通部、台鐵、高鐵
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Original 高雄議員范織欽涉向土木包商索賄 橋檢聲押禁見 Published 2026-08-07 11:52 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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范織欽, 69, Passed the principal examination at age 38 Elected to the 3rd Kaohsiung City Council in a by-election in 2019 Companies mentioned：高雄市議員、范織欽、營造公司、土木包商、工程設計公司
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Trump's ties to the tech industry draw controversy; both parties criticize him after AI agents run amok Published 2026-08-07 11:52 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Tech companies and senior executives have donated more than $300 million to support Trump's 2024 reelection campaign and the super PAC MAGA Inc. OpenAI President Greg Brockman and his wife, Anna Brockman, donated a total of $25 million to MAGA Inc. in 2025. OpenAI investor Andreessen Horowitz and its co-founders Ben Horowitz and Marc Andreessen have donated a total of $12 million since Trump began his 2nd term. Companies mentioned：OpenAI、Anthropic、Hugging Face、路透社、MAGA Inc.、谷歌、太空探索科技公司、黑石集團
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115 annual budget bill stalled; Tsai Chi-chang urges swift negotiations Published 2026-08-07 11:48 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Only the final 4 months of the year remain Companies mentioned：民進黨、立法院、行政院
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