小川史記 (BUDDiiS) and 瀬戸利樹 co-star in Friday drama “しもべの王子様”; stills, synopsis and promotional video for Episode 7 unveiled / airs Friday, Aug. 14, at 11 p.m.
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Surpassed 2 million cumulative downloads
A master-servant relationship spanning 10 years
Companies mentioned：東京メトロポリタンテレビジョン株式会社、TOKYO MX、SDR Inc.、Sony Music Labels Inc.、UNIVERSAL SIGMA、シーモアコミックス、ビデオプランニング、TVer、FOD
【Fukushima, 9/10】Is your “psychological safety” misguided? An internal branding seminar to tackle “employee retention after hiring and mental health issues,” challenges faced by 70% of companies
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72.8% of companies cite “communication and mental health issues” as their biggest concern in hiring and developing employees.
Has handled corporate branding and talent development for more than 3,000 companies.
Cumulative sales of the author’s and supervised books have surpassed 1 million copies.
【3-minute walk from Rakusaiguchi Station】Calia, a women-only machine Pilates studio supervised by occupational therapists and dietitians, to open on Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026
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Calia, a women-only machine Pilates studio supervised by occupational therapists and dietitians, will grand open on Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026, at TauT阪急洛西口, a commercial facility beneath the elevated tracks directly below Rakusaiguchi Station on the Hankyu Kyoto Line.
An opening commemorative campaign will offer a first trial session for ¥1,100 (tax included).
4 sessions per month (recommended): ¥9,980
Number of employees: 122 (94 full-time employees, 28 part-time employees / as of June 2026)
That time of year is here again! “B.L.T. SUMMER CANDY 2026,” featuring 日向坂46’s 渡辺莉奈 on the cover, goes on sale Aug. 24 (Mon.)! An unforgettable summer woven by high school girl idols.
【Free admission】Applications open for admission passes to the stage area at “駿府城夏まつり2026,” bringing summer to Shizuoka! Performers include 水曜日のカンパネラ, IS:SUE, 玉置成実 and May’n
【Kyotanabe, Kyoto Prefecture】We want more local residents to stay｜“Resident Discount” launched exclusively for Kyotanabe residents: 15% off cottages and 10% off hostels〈ウッドデザインパーク京都-彩-〉
High school baseball season is here! All episodes of the classic anime series “Big Windup!” to air back-to-back—beat the summer heat in a cool room! Binge-watch every episode, including “The Summer Tournament Arc”!
Using a hot spring inn as a base, turning sustainability into an “engine for the local economy”: Launch of the “Ureshino Regional Revitalization Regenerative Project”
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A project to put a face to 6 billion
The global organic food and beverage market is expected to grow to about $248.6 billion by 2031
Using Wataya Besso’s 20,000-tsubo grounds as a demonstration site
Using a hot spring inn as a base, turning sustainability into an “engine for the local economy”: Launch of the “Ureshino Regional Revitalization Regenerative Project”
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Original和多屋別荘の2万坪の敷地
Proving, verifying and visualizing 6 billion transactions
The global organic food and beverage market is expected to grow to about $248.6 billion by 2031
Ureshino City’s population is expected to decline by about 37% by 2050
BILLY BOO releases the EP “Parallel Night-EP-,” whose title track “Parallel Night” is the theme song for the テレビ朝日 drama “Crossroads: A Promise in Emergency Medicine,” and unveils live footage of new song “BANDAGE”!
FUUJOY launches its 2026 model, a compact rechargeable electric screwdriver. With both powered and manual operation, it’s useful for everything from DIY beginners to home maintenance
Can the Fed raise rates any further? After seeing the jobs report, Wall Street says to wait and see; rate hikes could kill the manufacturing recovery
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
US nonfarm payrolls unexpectedly declined in July, and June’s figure was revised downward, causing expectations of a Fed rate hike in September to recede. More voices on Wall Street are backing a pause in rate hikes.
〈U.S. stocks, morning trading〉 Unexpected drop in nonfarm payrolls eases Fed rate-hike concerns; major indexes open higher
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
US nonfarm payrolls unexpectedly fell in July, making the labor market’s cooling clear. This eased concerns about Fed rate hikes, and stocks and bonds rose in tandem.
The yen suddenly surged again! Was it a shockingly weak nonfarm payrolls report or another U.S.-Japan intervention?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The unexpected decline in US nonfarm payrolls in July drove the dollar lower and the yen higher. Concerns about foreign exchange intervention by US and Japanese authorities are growing. This has important implications for financial markets and currency policy.
Apple raises trade-in values for multiple devices and adds several Android models
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Apple adjusted trade-in values for multiple iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch models, and added trade-in services for several Android phones, aiming to ease price pressures on consumers and expand its market share.
Trump to meet mining executives to secure critical mineral supplies
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
On the 7th, US President Trump met with executives from major mining companies around the world, including リオタイント, to secure supplies of critical minerals. Stable procurement of resources essential to weapons manufacturing is an urgent national security issue.
FAO: War and extreme weather create a “perfect storm,” pushing global food prices to a 3-year high
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
According to a UN FAO report, the global food price index reached a 3-and-a-half-year high in July 2026. Geopolitical tensions and extreme weather have combined to send prices of grains, sugar and vegetable oils soaring. This is having a serious impact on global food security.
Qisda's Q2 net profit rises 87% quarter on quarter; first-half EPS is NT$0.58
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Qisda's Q2 net profit rose 87% quarter on quarter, with EPS reaching NT$0.38, mainly on growth in its smart solutions and healthcare businesses. First-half EPS was NT$0.58; revenue edged up, while operating profit was affected by slower IT demand.
Axiomtek swings to profit in Q2 but posts first-half loss of NT$0.30 per share; continues investing in AI vision product development
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Axiomtek returned to profitability in Q2 2026, mainly benefiting from upgrades to its OBM products and inventory optimization. It continues to invest in AI vision and defense imaging technologies, indicating that its strategic transformation is beginning to pay off.
A million tonnes of iron ore go unsold! Chinese buyers turn away from 2 major traders one after another
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Chinese iron ore buyers suspended dealings with Radiant World and Sapphire Minmetals. Suspicions of forged trade finance documents were behind the move, undermining market confidence and pushing prices lower.
Rare joint U.S.-Japan intervention to support yen; Goldman Sachs says it underscores the irreplaceable dominance of the dollar as a reserve currency
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The US and Japan intervened jointly in the currency market in an attempt to support the yen, but Goldman Sachs analyzed the move as evidence of the dollar’s dominance. It highlighted how countries rely on the dollar during crises.
Panjit President Fang Min-tsung: Power components are “the rice of industry,” the energy heart of the AI era
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
At the 2026 Taishin Shin Kong Net Zero Summit, Panjit Group President Fang Min-tsung said power semiconductors are a key foundation for AI and the low-carbon transition, likening them to “the rice of industry.” Corporate competitiveness depends on integrating technology, quality and global supply chain capabilities.
Wealth management fee income hits a record! DBS Q2 net profit reaches NT$77.6 billion and first-half profit NT$150 billion, both record highs
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
DBS Group's Q2 2026 net profit reached SGD 3.08 billion, up 9% year on year and a record high. Wealth management assets under management topped SGD 500 billion for the first time, reflecting strong structural growth momentum.
金寶集團 Chairman Hsu Chieh-li: Corporate sustainability is not a cost but a key value that builds competitive strength
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
At the “2026 Taishin Shin Kong Net Zero Summit,” 金寶集團 Chairman Hsu Chieh-li said corporate sustainability is not an additional cost but a key to enhancing competitiveness. 金寶集團 is advancing new manufacturing through 4 core engines: smart manufacturing, energy efficiency, governance upgrades and supply chain collaboration. It has established 26 manufacturing bases worldwide and procures more than 40 million kilowatt-hours of green electricity annually, demonstrating the results of its low-carbon transition.
Fabric makers Crown and Junbang both posted record July revenue for the same period, rising 32.6% and 77% year on year, respectively. The growth was mainly driven by new capacity in Vietnam and increased orders from core customers, showing that their supply chain positioning and product strategies are paying off.
Formosa Plastics Group earnings: Nan Ya and Formosa Chemicals & Fibre upbeat on Q3; Formosa Petrochemical expects oil prices to remain range-bound
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The 4 major companies in the 台塑 group released their third-quarter outlooks. 南亞 and 台化 are optimistic about a recovery in demand, while 台塑 is cautious because of geopolitical risks. Overall, their prospects are diverging.
摩根大通 warns: Nonfarm data that is too strong could be “poison” for U.S. stocks
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
摩根大通 has warned that overly strong nonfarm payroll data could weigh on US stocks. This is because the likelihood of the Fed keeping interest rates unchanged for an extended period would increase.
Revenue flash: Wan Hai (2615) July revenue reaches NT$18.64 billion, up 50.13% year on year
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Wan Hai (2615-TW) posted revenue of NT$18.64 billion in July 2026, up 50.13% year on year, extending its growth for several consecutive months. The performance reflects a recovery in global shipping demand and is a positive indicator for Taiwan's shipping industry.
U.S. polysilicon tariffs loom! Executive Yuan: Only 1% of solar exports affected, impact limited; semiconductor industry protected by MOU
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The US announced plans to impose a 15% tariff on polysilicon starting in 2026. Taiwan’s government said the impact on the solar industry would be limited to just 1%, and explained that the semiconductor industry would be protected under an MOU.
〈Delta Sustainability AI Summit〉One-stop AI infrastructure solutions make inroads into semiconductor industry; liquid-cooling validation capacity reaches 7MW
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
台達電 held its 55th anniversary event, “Sustainable AI Summit,” and unveiled an AI liquid-cooling verification center capable of supporting 7MW. It offers the semiconductor industry an integrated, one-stop AI infrastructure solution covering power, cooling and management.
Preparing for a super-aged society, 中保科 integrates group resources to build a smart-care ecosystem
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
中保科技 brought together group resources to present five smart-care applications, including “50 Smart Monitoring Homes,” at the 2026 Healthy Aging and Health Industry Expo. Using non-image-based AI technology to protect both seniors’ safety and privacy, it showcased its integrated capabilities in preparing for a super-aged society.
〈華新 earnings briefing〉About 8.5 billion in non-operating gains; first-half profit of 12.6 billion and EPS of 2.85 mark a period high
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
華新 held an earnings briefing, reporting record-high second-quarter and first-half profits for the same periods. The results were driven mainly by about 8.5 billion in contributions from investments and disposal gains. Revenue rose across all three core businesses, while subsea cables and its SMP expansion plans are future highlights.
AI can do more than write code and review medical records! It can also help design entirely new viruses, potentially helping eliminate “superbugs”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A US research team used generative AI to design a new virus with full functionality for the first time, and successfully eliminated bacteria in experiments. The historic breakthrough in synthetic biology could revolutionize efforts to combat superbugs.
Lawyer Chen Yu-hsuan accused of defrauding 慈濟基金會 out of 1 billion; Hsu Chiao-hsin digs into her past, revealing links to Lin Chia-lung and Chen Po-wei
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Lawyer Chen Yu-hsuan was accused of defrauding 慈濟基金會 out of NT$1.06 billion during the pandemic by claiming she could obtain BNT vaccines. Hsu Chiao-hsin revealed her past connections to Lin Chia-lung and Chen Po-wei, fueling political sparring and highlighting controversy over government failures during vaccine procurement.
“One more minimum-wage increase and it will top 30,000”: Lai Ching-te urges businesses to raise wages when they are profitable
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
At a national model workers’ recognition luncheon, President Lai Ching-te said Taiwan’s minimum wage would exceed NT$30,000 after just one more adjustment, and urged businesses to raise employees’ wages when they make a profit. His remarks reflect the government’s commitment to wage growth and fairer income distribution.
Trump rolls out new tariffs again! U.S. announces Section 232 investigation into semiconductor polysilicon products; Executive Yuan initially estimates limited impact
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
President Trump announced a 15% tariff on polysilicon products. Non-cumulative tariff rates will apply to Taiwan and other places, and the Executive Yuan assessed the impact as limited.
US nonfarm payrolls unexpectedly declined in July, leading markets to scale back expectations for Fed rate hikes. Taiwan index futures rose by more than 700 points in overnight trading, breaking through 45,000 points.
Investigation into 慈濟 fraud case completed! Chen Shih-chung declares “the truth is out” and demands an apology; Chen Hui-wen asks: Can the vaccine contracts be made public now?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Fraud involving 慈濟’s 2021 BNT vaccine procurement led to 17 people being indicted. Chen Shih-chung declared “the truth is out” and demanded an apology, while Chen Hui-wen questioned the transparency of vaccine policy. The case has reignited political and social controversy.
AI virtual citizens gauge public sentiment in seconds; TPOC’s silicon-based polling launches in September
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The TPOC Taiwan Public Opinion Foundation unveiled “Silicon-Based Polling,” which uses AI and big data. It simulates public opinion trends using 3000 AI virtual citizens and is scheduled to be released in September. It is expected to serve as a tool supporting elections and policy decisions.
Who will take over in the 2028 election? Trump privately meets with donors and shares his thinking: Vance over Rubio
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Former President Trump told donors he hoped Vice President Vance would win the 2028 presidential election. However, he is keeping the competitive dynamic with Rubio in place, and has yet to offer formal backing. This could have a major impact on the Republican Party’s choice of its next-generation leader.
Kaohsiung’s Zhongzheng underpass drainage channels to be cleared at night; road users asked to slow down
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Kaohsiung City Government’s Water Resources Bureau will carry out nighttime clearing work at the Zhongzheng underpass to maintain the drainage system, while also holding a family-friendly soil and water conservation challenge event. The efforts will help improve the city’s disaster-prevention capabilities and public environmental awareness.
Are polls using “AI virtual citizens” reliable? “Silicon-Based Polling” simulates public opinion; scholars are both hopeful and wary
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The TPOC Taiwan Issue Research Center presented findings from its “Silicon-Based Polling” study, which uses 3,000 AI virtual citizens to simulate public opinion and combines LLMs with big data for near-instant analysis. Scholars praised its efficiency but warned of bias risks, saying it should supplement traditional polling.
Taiwan ranks among the world’s top 30 in biotechnology and applied microbiology; Tunghai University places first in Taiwan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Tunghai University ranked 28th globally and first in Taiwan in biotechnology and applied microbiology in the 2026–2027 U.S. News Best Global Universities subject rankings, demonstrating international recognition of its research strength.
Companies mentioned：Harvard University、MIT、Stanford University、University of Cambridge、University of California, Berkeley、Zhejiang University、Shanghai Jiao Tong University、Pennsylvania State University、China Agricultural University、University of Chinese Academy of Sciences
Matching speeds low-carbon transition! Kaohsiung City Government brings together net-zero resources to help businesses exchange carbon-reduction technologies and strengthen competitiveness in international supply chains
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Kaohsiung City Government held the “2026 Net-Zero Transition Technology Exchange” to promote matchmaking between companies and technology providers. The main aim was to help address carbon reduction requirements in international supply chains.
Chung Tung-chin invited to speak on “Miaoli Awakens,” sharing how Miaoli County has changed in recent years
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Miaoli County Magistrate 鍾東錦 spoke at the “2026 天下城市高峰論壇” under the theme “Miaoli Awakens,” announcing reforms in social welfare, healthcare, transportation and energy. The announcement underscored a strong commitment to regional revitalization and attracting businesses.
Accessible environment for seniors and residents with limited mobility: elevator opens at Tianliao Community Activity Center in Jiji Township
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
An elevator was completed at the Tianliao Community Activity Center in Jiji Township, Nantou County, making the facility easier to use for older adults and people with limited mobility. It is the result of an accessibility project jointly undertaken by the county and township.
Showcasing the beauty of Nantou’s 13 townships and cities: 26 works on display at Zhushan’s Keming Temple “Guan Gong Culture Festival” photography exhibition
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The “2026 Discover the Beauty of Nantou’s 13 Townships” photo exhibition opened at Keming Temple in Zhushan Township, Nantou County. A total of 26 works were selected from 730 submissions. County Magistrate 許淑華 attended and praised the fusion of culture and religion.
Emergency response capacity upgraded: Changhua County Fire Bureau receives 4 high-spec ambulances donated by charitable businesses
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Changhua County Fire Bureau received 4 high-specification ambulances donated by a socially conscious company, strengthening emergency response. The OHCA survival rate has risen to more than 35%, demonstrating the results of public-private cooperation.
Ko criticizes bilingual policy as a spending spree! Chang Yi-li fires back: Budget cuts and freezes are the biggest obstacles to education
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
張以理, a Democratic Progressive Party candidate, responded to 柯志恩’s criticism of bilingual education, arguing that education reform requires investment and emphasizing that budget freezes are the real obstacle.
2026 Taichung International Animation Festival Announces 65 Finalists；“VIBE，Pulse” Key Visual Unveiled
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The 2026 Taichung International Animation Festival announced 65 finalist works，with 3,205 submissions from 113 countries setting a new record。The festival’s theme is “VIBE，Pulse”，and it aims to raise the international profile of Taiwanese animation；it also carries important cultural exchange significance。
Air-raid drill interrupts Ocean Affairs Council family day！Kuan Bi-ling：Resilience in daily life is social resilience；build public defense awareness from the family up
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Ocean Affairs Council held a family day event today that incorporated an air-raid drill。Chairperson Kuan Bi-ling stressed that families are the starting point for public defense awareness，and that resilience in daily life is social resilience。
Construction begins on Xuri Elementary School campus in Wuri District；Lu Shiow-yen announces the 10th new school to break ground during her term，with more new schools to come
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Construction has officially begun on the campus of Xuri Elementary School in Wuri District，Taichung。Mayor Lu Shiow-yen announced that this is the 10th new school established during her term。The project has a total budget of about 240 million yuan and is expected to begin enrolling students in two years。It reflects Taichung’s determination to continue investing in education and improve the environment for raising children。
Explore the world through 70 maps：German children’s literature maps on display at Taichung Green Museumbrary
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taichung Public Library partnered with the ドイツ・ミュンヘン国際青少年図書館 to present the “70 Maps Around the World” exhibition at Taichung Green Museumbrary. The exhibition, featuring 70 maps from 300 years of children’s literature, is being shown in Taiwan for the first time and promotes international reading exchanges.
Bilingual education sparks heated crossfire！Lai Jui-lung proposes 1 billion annually for a “2030 Bilingual City”；Ko Chih-en blasts it as spending to hit KPIs
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
In the Kaohsiung mayoral race，Lai Jui-lung proposed an annual budget of 1 billion to promote bilingual education and build a “2030 Bilingual City”；Ko Chih-en denounced the proposal as reckless spending driven by KPIs，warning that teachers and students could become guinea pigs。The two sides have clashed fiercely。
Ministry of Economic Affairs’ Department of Industrial Technology pavilion showcases 30 senior health technologies；工研院 and TaiSheng sign deal to pursue 400 million in business opportunities
Cheng Li-wun says Hsinchu County “must not lose”；Chen Chien-hsien should not let infighting delight opponents
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Kuomintang Chair Cheng Li-wun stressed that the party “must not lose” the Hsinchu County magistrate election，urging party members to unite and avoid primary divisions that could delight their opponents。Deputy Magistrate Chen Chien-hsien’s position is key，with observers watching whether he will support Hsu Hsin-ying。
16 days after delivery law takes effect，pay dispute erupts！Delivery Industry Alliance urges Fair Trade Commission to reject Grab’s acquisition of foodpanda
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Taiwan Delivery Industry Alliance said a pay dispute involving Uber Eats erupted just 16 days after the delivery law took effect，with the company suspected of violating the “one order，one payment” principle。It urged the Fair Trade Commission to reject Grab’s acquisition of foodpanda to protect delivery workers’ rights and market competition。
Messaging still possible when mobile service is down！Tainan youth build backup communications network in Houbi to strengthen community disaster resilience
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Tainan youth team Gongwan Network has built a backup communications network in Houbi District that does not rely on 4G or Wi-Fi。Using LoRa technology，it enables basic communications during disasters，strengthens community disaster preparedness，and offers significant social innovation value。
Kaohsiung Labor Affairs Bureau opens registration for Indigenous Youth Empowerment Program；builds job skills and uses AI to support local revitalization
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Kaohsiung Labor Affairs Bureau launched the Indigenous Youth Empowerment Program，offering workplace soft skills and generative AI courses to help Indigenous young people improve their competitiveness in the job market and promote innovation in Indigenous communities。The initiative can help narrow the digital divide and drive local revitalization。