Why do erasers always come wrapped in paper? It’s not for decoration! A major stationery maker reveals the important purpose—and what can go terribly wrong without it
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Japanese stationery maker Tombow explained that the paper sleeve on an eraser plays an important role in preventing plastic surfaces from sticking together. The explanation dispelled a misconception among consumers and drew attention.
How should you store leftover cut watermelon? How many days will it keep in the refrigerator? Don’t eat it if you notice these signs
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Guidance explains how to store watermelon properly after cutting. Under U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) guidelines, it can be refrigerated for up to 5 days, underscoring the importance of food safety.
Is the white coating on grapes and blueberries pesticide? Washing it off makes them spoil sooner—the truth about the “bloom” revealed
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The white coating on grapes and blueberries is natural “bloom,” not pesticide, and serves as a protective layer for the fruit. Washing it too much can make the fruit spoil more easily, so it is best to wash it just before eating.
Pomelos aren’t sweeter just because they’re bigger! What to look for when buying pomelos for thin skin and lots of juice
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The Tainan District Agricultural Research and Extension Station offered guidance on choosing pomelos. The texture of the peel, shape, and weight matter more than size, with the advice expected to improve consumer satisfaction.
The market tumbles 170 points, but all four Formosa Plastics stocks rise! Nan Ya and Formosa Petrochemical surge more than 5%—the reasons revealed
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Taiwan’s benchmark index fell 170 points, but all four Formosa Plastics stocks rose after their July revenue figures all increased month over month. Buoyed by demand from AI data centers and inventory restocking, the shares moved against the market, with Nan Ya and Formosa Petrochemical gaining more than 5%, showing that investors are favoring traditional-industry leaders.
Revenue surges 92% and Starlink users top 10 million! SpaceX reports strong results, but its stock falls 7.5%—the reason revealed
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In its first financial report since its IPO, SpaceX posted a 92% increase in revenue and said Starlink users had topped 10 million, but its share price fell 7.5% after the announcement. Investors expressed concern about delays in monetization.
Did Chen Shih-chung once warn of vaccine fraud? Hou Han-ting fires back: You can’t use Tzu Chi being scammed to whitewash the government’s “inability to buy vaccines”
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A fraud case emerged during Tzu Chi’s 2021 purchase of BNT vaccines. Wang Bisheng said Chen Shih-chung had issued a warning, but Hou Han-ting countered that the government was using the case to cover up its inability to procure vaccines, stressing that obstacles faced by private organizations had nothing to do with fraud prevention.
Taiwan and South Korea surpass Japan in chip exports! Trade data for the first half of 2026 revealed: 台積電, Samsung and SK hynix played key roles
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In the first half of 2026, Taiwan and South Korea's export values surpassed Japan's for the first time, driven by AI demand. Semiconductor production by 台積電, Samsung, and SK海力士 was the main factor, as Japan's relative standing declined.
Tsai Ing-wen takes to the campaign trail herself! Could the KMT lose its strongholds in the 2026 county and city elections? He predicts that “5 counties and cities” could flip to the DPP
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With Taiwan’s 2026 local elections approaching, the DPP, led personally by Tsai Ing-wen, is targeting 5 counties and cities governed by the KMT. Taitung County is seen as the most vulnerable, particularly if Indigenous voters are consolidated and the party remains united, stirring political shockwaves.
A score of 15 in Chinese: should she choose Chinese at National Cheng Kung University or electrical engineering at Yuan Ze University? Those with experience recommend one for its broad career prospects and high pay, and say there’s still a fallback if she chooses wrong
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A high school girl who earned a perfect score in Chinese is torn between Chinese at National Cheng Kung University and electrical engineering at Yuan Ze University after her subject-specific exam results fell short of expectations, prompting heated online debate about choosing a major. Those with experience advised her to consider her interests, abilities and career prospects, and avoid the risks of switching majors.
Lai Ching-te criticizes the 8-year delay to the 台中捷運 Blue Line; KMT lawmakers compare it with Kaohsiung’s faster, larger funding: the central government holds Taichung back, then criticizes it
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Facts
Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen has spent 8 years on it
Kaohsiung received 5.5 times as much as Taichung
The city government applied to the central government for about NT$4.2 billion based on the project’s progress
But the central government budgeted just NT$168 million for the year
A full 96% cut
Kaohsiung received NT$126.5 billion
Taichung received only NT$22.8 billion
The central government originally planned to allocate only about NT$30 million for improvements
The amount was eventually increased to NT$8.1 billion
Another NT$5.3 billion was invested in wastewater management
A total of NT$13.4 billion
綠美圖: about NT$5.3 billion
The east wing of 國際會展中心: about NT$8.9 billion
台中巨蛋: nearly NT$10 billion
The 3 major projects total more than NT$24 billion
Xiao Zhan and Wang Yibo’s 《陳情令》 isn’t No. 1! The top pick among the TOP9 Chinese dramas with the best male duos is this one: it outrates 《山河令》 by a mile and is the ultimate manga-adapted Chinese drama
Never rush to put fish in the pan! An expert shares 1 trick for a golden, crispy result without sticking or breaking apart; it can taste better than restaurant fish even without a nonstick pan.
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Facts
Let it cook undisturbed on one side for at least 3 to 5 minutes.
After adding it to the pan, you can gently shake the pan for about 15 seconds.
Next year’s total budget tops 3.6 trillion, but leaves out a pay raise for military personnel? Executive Yuan responds to revisions to military and police compensation; he blasts it for ignoring the dignity of military, civil service and education personnel.
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Facts
The overall budget reached a record high of more than NT$3.6 trillion.
The FY116 total budget includes an additional NT$500 billion.
The FY116 total budget increased by about NT$560 billion.
The annual increase reached 18.6%.
In recent years, more than 12,000 volunteer military personnel have left service.
Pay has already been raised by 4% for the coming year.
Military, civil service and education personnel could receive raises of up to 9.88% next year.
Tzu Chi was scammed out of NT$1 billion in a vaccine deal! A fan page criticizes Chen Shih-chung for making glib remarks: If the DPP had been capable, why would the public have had to save itself?
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Facts
慈濟基金會 recently became embroiled in a case in which it was defrauded of NT$1 billion while purchasing vaccines.
Tzu Chi eventually secured the vaccines and donated all 5 million doses to the government.
鴻海 and 永齡基金會: 5 million doses
台積電: 5 million doses
The first 15 million doses of BNT to arrive in Taiwan in 2021
Someone took a US$30 million consulting fee from a deal that had already been negotiated.
台灣人壽 becomes a major player in the senior living market: Tainan sites cost NT$40,000 per month, Kaohsiung has direct access to Chang Gung, and Taichung’s site is in the Shui-Nan Economic and Trade Park.
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Facts
There are 100 units.
Each is planned to have 200–250 units.
Scheduled for completion in 5–7 years.
The monthly fee is about NT$40,000.
Eligibility: healthy people aged 50 and above.
70-year usage rights
Taiwan Life expects to sign a contract with the property owner, 臺中市政府, this September.
2026 Senior Health Industry Expo / 經濟部 Technical Services Division Pavilion: A look at 3 major exhibition areas and 30 senior health technologies - Heho Health