# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-08 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 2 of 3

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 158 items from 4 sources; Japan, 64 items from 2 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Buying an entire Iki beef cow! Rare branded beef served as kushikatsu at “Kushikatsu Maō,” opening today in Jūsō, Osaka | 串カツ ま王 ミナモ十三屋台村

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:35:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000287.000136460.html
- anchor: #n1859425
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社N・I、串カツ ま王 ミナモ十三屋台村、串カツと逸品料理 串カツ ま王

Facts:
- 1本350円（税込）
- 3 skewers for 1,000 yen (tax included)
- August 8, 2026 (Saturday)

## ノジマＴリーグ 2026-2027シーズン 公式戦 8月11日(火)開催 京都カグヤライズ vs トップおとめピンポンズ名古屋 ベンチ入り選手発表

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:30:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003029.000038094.html
- anchor: #n1859426
- Companies mentioned: ノジマＴリーグ、京都カグヤライズ、トップおとめピンポンズ名古屋、一般社団法人Ｔリーグ

Facts:
- Match on Tuesday, August 11

## Signed a joint research and development agreement with 株式会社日本レースプロモーション

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000054.000021585.html
- anchor: #n1859409
- Companies mentioned: エクストリーム−Ｄ株式会社、株式会社日本レースプロモーション、XTREME-D AMERICA Inc.

Facts:
- Established in 2015
- Released in 2020

## SUPER FORMULA signs joint research and development agreement with Xtreme-D to create a new viewing experience for SFgo; joint research into high-speed data analysis based on high-performance computing technology

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000191.000136931.html
- anchor: #n1859408
- Companies mentioned: SUPER FORMULA、SFgo、Xtreme-D、株式会社日本レースプロモーション、JRP、エクストリーム−D株式会社

Facts:
- Brings 10 years of experience in high-performance computing and cloud technologies

## Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake: Free accommodation support plan for Kumamoto residents (limited availability)

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:16:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000181289.html
- anchor: #n1859410
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社サムソンホテル

Facts:
- 1日1組限定
- Free accommodation for up to 3 guests
- Only the 150-yen bathing tax will be charged
- 1,560 meters underground
- 1日150トンを汲み上げています

## [First physical location in Niigata Prefecture!] ANELLA CAFE, now with 41 stores nationwide, opens in Shibata! A welcoming space to connect with rescued dogs and cats opens on Saturday, August 8!

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:07:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000042.000049799.html
- anchor: #n1859363
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ANELLA Group、ANELLA CAFE

Facts:
- Number of locations: 143
- Capital: 206.33 million yen
- Fee for 30 minutes
- Fee for 30 minutes: 1,000 yen
- Fee for 30 minutes: 500 yen
- Extension: 400 yen per 15 minutes
- Extension: 200 yen per 15 minutes

## 日本女性財団「フェムシップの日 女性支援・Well-being 2026」を開催、『女性防災宣言2026』を発表

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:05:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000075615.html
- anchor: #n1859364
- Companies mentioned: 日本女性財団、日本大学、品川区、パソナグループ、株式会社パソナグループ

Facts:
- Charity concert (from 7,000 yen)

## Stray Kids Mini Album『THIS & THAT』発売記念【HMV限定】オフラインイベント、【MUFGスタジアム(国立競技場)・京セラドーム大阪会場限定】ライブ終演後イベント開催！

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:04:36+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000711.000034304.html
- anchor: #n1859365
- Companies mentioned: Stray Kids、HMV、MUFG、京セラ、ローソン、株式会社ローソンエンタテインメント

Facts:
- Set for release on Wednesday, August 12, 2026
- Saturday, August 29, 2026
- August 30, 2026 (Sunday)
- Sept. 19 (Sat.), 2026
- Sunday, September 20, 2026
- Group autograph session / 60 people
- Individual autograph session / 480 people
- Group high-five event / 2,000 people
- Individual high-five event / 9,600 people
- Unit high-five event / 1,600 people
- Group farewell event / 1,000 people
- Group high-five event / 1,200 people

## Taking part in “unconstructed: Wood and Fabric Close at Hand,” held at Laboratoryy｜Fern｜Barn, run by interior stylist Mitsuko Kuroda.

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:01:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000043.000099007.html
- anchor: #n1859366
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マルニ木工、Laboratoryy｜Fern｜Barn、Libertyship、ONE SAUNA、LTshop、lagom、Ibuki handcraft、Olectronica、高橋主馬、vickey’72、kitamoc、吉澤指物店、Fot、maruni、SEKISAKA・SARO、su Ha、蕊 SUI scent studio、SOSEI PROJECT、WHOLE TREE、CHECK&STRIPE、konst、Mai Inada、ASAHEI 麻平、Permanent Age、raregem、STUDIOLINE、turkle-turtle、HAY、LYFA、KOICHI FUTATSUMATA STUDIO、ILKW、SANTA&COLE、JUNICHIRO YOKOTA STUDIO、YAMAGIWA、Ilmm、芽吹き、Horse and the Sun、SOL SALA Karuizawa、DEEP GORGE、小さなわたしのアトリエ、Eureka、Lokka glass、重澤珈琲、yamakashi、そればな

Facts:
- Graphic design | Hitomi Hashizume | 2026
- Since opening in 2024
- On September 5, a talk event featuring Mr. Kumano, designer of kupu sauna, Mr. Agematsu of ONE SAUNA, and our representative Yamanaka will be held, with 3 speakers.
- Date: Saturday, September 5, 13:00 / 15:00
- Period:

## Cointreau names the grand champion of the “MARGARITA CHALLENGE 2026 JAPAN FINAL”

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:00:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000381.000016452.html
- anchor: #n1859367
- Companies mentioned: レミー コアントロー ジャパン 株式会社、The SG Club、The Bvlgari Bar、ZEST、WALDORF ASTORIA OSAKA、BAR JUNIPER、CITADEL、La Maison Cointreau、Asia’s 50 Best Bars、The World’s 50 Best Bars

Facts:
- Cointreau, a premium orange liqueur created in Angers, France, in 1849
- Held on Friday, August 7
- The winner will be invited to the Global Final held in Angers, France, in November
- The world championship to be held in Angers, France, in November 2026
- A base for more than 500 classic cocktails

## Miyagi Prefecture beauty-industry distributor thinkFeel marks its 3rd anniversary. Creating new value as a “partner in building the future,” beyond the scope of a beauty distributor.

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000171572.html
- anchor: #n1859396
- Companies mentioned: Thinkfeel株式会社、thinkFeel

Facts:
- 3rd anniversary
- Set August 8 as its founding date

## “Creative Izakaya Akari-do Kyoto Station” opens on Monday, August 10, directly connected to Kyoto Tower

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000188109.html
- anchor: #n1859395
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社THAN、HOTOPETTER

Facts:
- A lineup of approximately 40 varieties
- Approximately 70 varieties
- 1杯1円
- 21 tables, 65 seats
- Approximately 29 tsubo
- 4,000 yen
- April 2, 2017

## Jeeps from across Japan gather at Fuji Speedway! “Jeep Fan Meeting 2026” will be held on Sunday, September 6, at Fuji Speedway’s CG Park (P2 parking lot)!

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000137689.html
- anchor: #n1859394
- Companies mentioned: Jeep、アメ車マガジン、株式会社アカネソリューションズ

Facts:
- Sept. 6, 2026
- 1名 2,000円

## Two weeks of listening to Bach! The Kusatsu Music Festival opens again this year!—Concerts featuring unaccompanied music

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000184606.html
- anchor: #n1859393
- Companies mentioned: 草津夏期国際音楽アカデミー＆フェスティヴァル、群馬交響楽団

Facts:
- Adults: ¥5,000
- Ages 25 and under ¥2,500

## A collaboration project with 株式会社ラブキャラ’s romance personality quiz IP “Love Type Diagnosis” will be held as part of the “Summer E-Book Fair 2026” hosted by 株式会社講談社.

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000172366.html
- anchor: #n1859392
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社講談社、株式会社ラブキャラ、ABEMA

Facts:
- 100 million diagnoses to date
- 50 million UU to date
- 500,000 official LINE account followers
- Taiwan version: 6 million UU
- Korean version: 1.5 million UU

## ITTY-WINTIT, a character whose concept is “embracing your feelings every day, every second, no matter what they are,” held its first-ever POP-UP SHOP at Shibuya Sakura Stage!

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000039.000158207.html
- anchor: #n1859391
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社LINDA.、株式会社マリモクラフト、ITTY-WINTIT、高嶺のなでしこ

Facts:
- Aug. 18 (Tue.)–Aug. 31 (Mon.)

## 手越祐也ニューアルバム「☆SUPER☆STAR☆」から「AME-KAZE」＆「エデン」2曲先行サプライズ配信!更に新ヴィジュアル公開も!

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000175.000143140.html
- anchor: #n1859390
- Companies mentioned: 手越祐也、株式会社フォーライフミュージックエンタテイメント、Zepp Fukuoka、Zepp Namba、Zepp Nagoya、SENDAI GIGS、Zepp Sapporo、COMTEC PORTBASE、東京建物 Brillia HALL 箕面、Shibuya LOVEZ、FIFA、X、Instagram、YouTube

Facts:
- It was a surprise announcement that “AME-KAZE” and “Eden” would be released in advance simultaneously as 2 songs, a first for the artist.
- 8/8（土）0:00よりリリースとなった！
- Release: Aug. 26, 2026 (Wed.)
- ・CD＋DVD FLCF-4547 ￥4,800 (tax included)
- ・CD ONLY FLCF-4548 ￥3,300 (tax included)
- Total: 16 tracks
- A total of 202 people will be selected by lottery to receive a gift!!
- Entries must be postmarked by Sept. 14, 2026 (Mon.).
- Please affix an 85-yen stamp.

## Sayuri Matsumura appointed host of “Snack Gorgeous,” a new project from the fully screened matchmaking app ゴージャス!

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000200.000017594.html
- anchor: #n1859389
- Companies mentioned: アイザック株式会社、リンク株式会社、ゴージャス、乃木坂46、集英社、一般社団法人恋愛・結婚マッチングアプリ協会

Facts:
- Available from Aug. 9, 2026 (Sun.).
- The company has expertise and a track record in operating matchmaking apps, cultivated over more than 9 years.

## A 4-member male dance and vocal VTuber group is forming! Nationwide auditions for members begin Aug. 8. Artist MASHIHO will produce your debut.

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000256.000006034.html
- anchor: #n1859388
- Companies mentioned: 木村情報技術株式会社、MASHIHO

Facts:
- 4-member male group
- Releasing ３ digital singles consecutively
- Debut appearance at “JAPAN EXPO THAILAND” in 2027
- From Aug. 8, 2026 (Sat.)
- The group is also looking toward a global debut in 2027 next year.

## 【北海道釧路市】大人気怪談師・城谷歩氏が登場！「夏の特別な夜〜ゾクッとする話も、知って安心する話も、一夜で。〜」を8月19日(水)にベルコ会館にて開催！

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000260.000084326.html
- anchor: #n1859387
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ベルコ、城谷歩

Facts:
- For the first 150 guests
- Wednesday, August 19, 2026
- Through Aug. 17, 2026 (Mon.)

## [Teine Ward, Sapporo] Enjoy heartfelt cuisine! “Kaiseki Cuisine Tasting and Reusable Tableware Market” to be held at Bellco Teine City Hall on Aug. 20 (Thu.)!

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000264.000084326.html
- anchor: #n1859386
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ベルコ、ベルコ 東札幌支社代理店グループ、グローバルサービス代理店

Facts:
- Thursday, Aug. 20, 2026
- Registration opens: 10:00
- Start: 10:30
- Reservation deadline: Aug. 18, 2026 (Tue.)
- 〒006-0013
- 011-686-5080

## はるまるが #頂マーラータン公式アンバサダー｜サ飯アンバサダーに就任 (広報担当) @maratan_tokyo 元祖和製マーラータン

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000298.000029866.html
- anchor: #n1859385
- Companies mentioned: ネクスター株式会社、頂マーラータン・おうちでマーラータン株式会社、はるまる

Facts:
- おうちでマーラータンには200名以上のアンバサダーが在籍しており
- Their combined follower count has reached more than 20 million
- Made with a blend of more than 30 original spices

## “エブリデイゴールドラッシュ,” Saitama Prefecture’s leading secondhand shop: July “Memory Appraisal” monthly winner announced

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000311.000024989.html
- anchor: #n1859384
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社東洋、エブリデイゴールドラッシュ、銀座東洋ジュエリー、東洋ルース、エブリデイ行田店、エブリデイとってき屋東京本店

Facts:
- Operates 8 stores throughout Saitama
- Purchased approximately 50 items as “Memory Appraisals” over the course of one month
- 39 years of business in Saitama Prefecture
- Founded in 1986

## New shaved ice made generously with “fruit nectar” is now available from shaved ice specialty shop 『しろいくも』 in Kitasenri!

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000314.000016221.html
- anchor: #n1859383
- Companies mentioned: かき氷専門店「しろいくも」、株式会社LIFE style

Facts:
- Soft-and-chewy Peach Daifuku ￥2,300
- Strawberry and Peach Golden Milk ￥2,800
- Soft-and-chewy Mango Daifuku ￥2,800

## New shaved ice made generously with “fruit nectar” is now available from shaved ice specialty shop しろいくも in Umeda!

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000315.000016221.html
- anchor: #n1859382
- Companies mentioned: しろいくも、株式会社LIFE style

Facts:
- Soft-and-chewy Peach Daifuku ￥2,300
- Strawberry and Peach Golden Milk ￥2,800
- Soft-and-chewy Mango Daifuku ￥2,800

## 【星ひとみの占い】お盆の運気をデトックス！「限定待ち受け」特典付き『お盆浄化キャンペーン』が8/8より開催！

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000430.000014185.html
- anchor: #n1859381
- Companies mentioned: and factory株式会社、ロックミー株式会社、星ひとみの占い

Facts:
- Campaign period: Aug. 8, 2026 (Sat.)–Aug. 23 (Sun.)
- Price: Regular 2,200 yen ⇒ Special price 1,320 yen (tax included)
- Price: Regular 3,300 yen ⇒ Special price 1,815 yen (tax included)
- Price: Regular 4,700 yen ⇒ Special price 2,500 yen (tax included)
- Receive “200pt” as a gift!
- Capital: 70 million yen (as of the end of Jan. 2026)
- Employees: 126 (as of the end of Apr. 2026)

## [All-you-can-drink Juyondai and Jikon] Includes a celebratory glass of Aramasa! All-you-can-drink rare premium sake event held for a limited time at 2 日本酒原価酒蔵 locations, Aug. 9 (Sun.)–Aug. 31 (Mon.)

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000535.000055180.html
- anchor: #n1859380
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ビリオンフーズ、日本酒原価酒蔵

Facts:
- ￥7,700 (tax included)
- Limited to 36 people
- Seating is limited to 120 minutes
- Aramasa (50ml)

## First-ever “Tuesday Gatchanko” event with Mari Mari × 軟水! An hour to talk about love!?

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000776.000040629.html
- anchor: #n1859379
- Companies mentioned: 朝日放送ラジオ株式会社、stand.fm、よしもと漫才劇場、FANY、Apple Podcast、Spotify、Amazon Music、radiko

Facts:
- Advance tickets: 3000 yen
- Livestream: 1500 yen
- FM93.3MHz
- AM1008kHz

## [Messages of support arrive!] 20th anniversary nationwide expanded release of the 4K remaster of director Satoshi Kon’s “Paprika,” starting Aug. 7 (Fri.)!

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000780.000008641.html
- anchor: #n1859378
- Companies mentioned: Filmarks、MADHOUSE、Sony Pictures Entertainment (Japan) Inc.、株式会社つみき

Facts:
- 101 theaters nationwide
- Produced in 2006 / Japan / 90 minutes

## Chisato Abe’s “The Yatagarasu Series: Collector’s Edition,” a lavish boxed set that drew a huge response during advance reservations. Sales of a limited quantity also begin!

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001071.000043732.html
- anchor: #n1859377
- Companies mentioned: 紀伊國屋書店、三省堂書店、丸善、大垣書店、株式会社 文藝春秋

Facts:
- Cumulative sales have topped 2.6 million copies
- List price: 8,800 yen (tax included)
- Shipping fee of 1,100 yen applies separately

## Content prints for “My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON” anime now available on Seven-Eleven multi-copy machines

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001105.000155396.html
- anchor: #n1859376
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン、集英社、僕のヒーローアカデミア製作委員会、株式会社デンソーウェーブ

Facts:
- L-size: 250 yen per print (tax included)
- 2L-size: ¥300 per sheet (tax included)
- All 46 scene stills from episode 170 added
- All 54 scene stills from episodes 170 and 1

## [Academy] Notice of Shinnosuke Negoro’s appointment as youth advisor

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001222.000097825.html
- anchor: #n1859375
- Companies mentioned: シーホース三河株式会社、パナソニックトライアンズ、和歌山トライアンス、兵庫ストークス、西宮ストークス、大阪エヴェッサ、三遠ネオフェニックス、ファイティングイーグルス名古屋、香川ファイブアローズ

Facts:
- Date of birth: Aug. 19, 1987
- 2010-13 パナソニックトライアンズ
- 2013-14 和歌山トライアンス
- 2014-15 兵庫ストークス
- 2015-16 西宮ストークス
- 2016-19 大阪エヴェッサ
- 2019-22 Seahorses Mikawa
- 2022-23 三遠ネオフェニックス
- 2023-24 ファイティングイーグルス名古屋
- 2024-26 香川ファイブアローズ
- 2026- Seahorses Mikawa (youth advisor)

## Notice of new partnership with スポーツ＆アミューズメントカフェバー party TRUMP小松

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001324.000045234.html
- anchor: #n1859374
- Companies mentioned: スポーツ＆アミューズメントカフェバー party TRUMP小松、ツエーゲン金沢

## Official web radio “Tokimeki Radio” for “Tokimeki no Kyōten” now streaming. The cast members portraying the 3 Poyozoku share what makes the work special.

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001772.000007785.html
- anchor: #n1859373
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イマジカインフォス、声優グランプリ、Spotify、Apple Podcasts、Amazon Music

Facts:
- Starting August 8, 2026 (Sat)

## Comments on the finale have arrived from the studio MCs of ABEMA original dating reality show “Girl or Lady 3”! The finale airs from 9 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003734.000064643.html
- anchor: #n1859372
- Companies mentioned: ABEMA、AbemaTV,Inc.、株式会社AbemaTV

Facts:
- Episode 9 broadcast date and time: 9 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026
- “ABEMA Premium,” priced at 1,180 yen per month (tax included)
- “ABEMA Premium with Ads,” priced at 680 yen per month (tax included)

## 決定！ “Enjoy streamed theater performances at home this summer” 【カンフェティストリーミングシアター】

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003834.000013972.html
- anchor: #n1859371
- Companies mentioned: カンフェティ、カンフェティストリーミングシアター、風組、劇団チャリＴ、魔法少女マジョリティ、劇団普通、ちとふな、KOTH、舞踏石井組、寺山修司

Facts:
- Aug. 8, 2026 (Sat.), 0:00
- Aug. 21, 2026 (Fri.), 23:59

## Daily guest performers announced for the Nagoya run of the stage play “About Thirty Lies”!

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004293.000011710.html
- anchor: #n1859370
- Companies mentioned: TOKAI RADIO、ぴあ株式会社、SKE48、RNC西日本放送、MAG!C☆PRINCE、BOYS AND MEN、CBC、サービス付き高齢者向け住宅 ガジュマル、チケットぴあ

Facts:
- In November 2026, in 2 cities: Nagoya and Tokyo
- “Reiwa 8 Fiscal Year Agency for Cultural Affairs Program to Support Children’s Experiences of Viewing Performing Arts at Theaters and Concert Halls, etc.”
- Those aged 18 and under can attend for free by applying through the dedicated form below.
- Front-row premium seats (with benefits): 18,000 yen [SOLD OUT]
- Premium seats (with benefits): 12,000 yen
- General admission, Nagoya: 7,580 yen
- Z seats: 3,000 yen (for troupe members aged 29 and under)

## Calling all future musicians! TEENS BIG BAND PROJECT launches!

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004298.000011710.html
- anchor: #n1859369
- Companies mentioned: JAZZ FOR TOMORROW実行委員会、MET JAZZ TOKYO実行委員会、ぴあ株式会社

Facts:
- Ages 13 to 19

## 【Summer e-book 2026】Kodansha popular comics launch an ALL 88-yen sale!

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008722.000001719.html
- anchor: #n1859368
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社講談社、アクセスBOOKS、アニメイトブックストア、Amebaマンガ、Wick、auブックパス、エルラブ、GANMA!、紀伊國屋書店Kinoppy、ギャラクシーコミック、Kindle、GooglePlayブックス、恋コミ、コミックシーモア、コミックフェスタ、comipo、ソク読み、dアニメストア、DMMブックス、dブック、pixivコミック、Hulu、フジテレビオンデマンド、BOOK☆WALKER、ブックライブ、ブッコミ、ぼるコミ、honto、まんがセゾン、漫画全巻ドットコム、マンガBANG!、マンガボックス、music.jp、めちゃコミック、MelonBooks Comic+、モビぶっく、U-NEXT、LINEマンガ、楽天Kobo電子書籍ストア、Reader Store、ebookjapan、HAPPY!コミック、まんが王国、yodobashi.com、ラクラクコミック、iコミック★らんど、いつでも書店、クランクイン!コミック、Apple Books

Facts:
- A major discount campaign offering popular comics for 88 yen (tax included)
- Customers who purchase eligible titles totaling 1,540 yen (excluding tax / 1,694 yen including tax) or more

## Launching “AMU,” a brand that “weaves” the nature and culture of satoyama into fragrance, from Ome, Tokyo, and Iwakura Onsenkyo

- Published: 2026-08-08T11:53:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000188275.html
- anchor: #n1859293
- Companies mentioned: 岩蔵エクスペリエンス株式会社、小澤酒造、有限会社中央理化学研究所、AVA、サンシャイン水族館

Facts:
- Volume: 250mL
- Price: 2,580 yen (tax included)

## 【Joint seminar by NPO法人生態会 and 株式会社大広】How can companies make new businesses succeed? The realities of collaboration and commercialization, with lessons from Daiwa Lease and startups

- Published: 2026-08-08T11:49:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000033.000052187.html
- anchor: #n1859294
- Companies mentioned: NPO法人生態会、株式会社大広、大和リース株式会社、株式会社フォレストバンク

Facts:
- Date and time: Aug. 25, 2026 (Tue.), 16:00–18:00
- Application deadline: Aug. 23, 2026 (Sun.), 23:59

## Changhua father-and-son police officers and father-and-daughter police officers celebrate Father’s Day together in a warm and cheerful atmosphere.

- Published: 2026-08-08T14:46:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608080089.aspx
- anchor: #n1859857
- Companies mentioned: 彰化縣警察局

Facts:
- 33 pairs of colleagues follow in their fathers’ footsteps or carry on their fathers’ aspirations.

## Construction waste dumped again at Taitung Jiedier site; prosecutors launch investigation.

- Published: 2026-08-08T14:43:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608080088.aspx
- anchor: #n1859855
- Companies mentioned: 台東地檢署、台東縣政府

Facts:
- 台東縣政府 said on the 6th.

## Kaohsiung City Government backs startup teams; applications open for a second round of exhibition subsidies.

- Published: 2026-08-08T14:37:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608080087.aspx
- anchor: #n1859847
- Companies mentioned: 亨崵有限公司

Facts:
- The cumulative subsidy for each company is capped at NT$100,000.

## 傳輝達 is reportedly planning to invest US$3 billion in Lancium to expand into power infrastructure.

- Published: 2026-08-08T14:37:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ait/202608080086.aspx
- anchor: #n1859848
- Companies mentioned: 傳輝達、Lancium、黑石集團、軟銀、OpenAI、甲骨文

Facts:
- 輝達 is initially set to invest US$2 billion.
- Acquire about 20% of Lancium’s shares.
- May invest another US$1 billion.
- Estimated enterprise value of about US$10 billion.
- Related companies will invest up to US$500 billion.
- Covering 1,000 acres.

## ASEAN business forum opens in Bangkok, focusing on regional resilience and supply-chain planning.

- Published: 2026-08-08T14:36:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608080085.aspx
- anchor: #n1859849
- Companies mentioned: C ASEAN、泰國盤谷銀行、新加坡經濟發展局

Facts:
- ASEAN will mark its 60th anniversary in 2027.
- If ASEAN can treat its nearly 700 million people as a common market.

## 0802-0808: Week in Review.

- Published: 2026-08-08T14:30:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608085002.aspx
- anchor: #n1859844
- Companies mentioned: SpaceX、台糖、台灣證券交易所、關貿網路公司、中央社

Facts:
- At least 8 people were killed
- More than 30 people were injured
- About 900 kilometers from the Democratic Reef
- Raise the cap on government indirect investment holdings to 1%.
- Losses on salad oil products totaled at least NT$243 million
- Estimated annual revenue of at least NT$3.8 trillion.
- Expenditure is about 3.6 trillion yuan
- About 200 billion yuan in debt principal repayment
- People took an average of 11.65 domestic trips per year
- The average trip lasted 1.32 days
- Average spending per domestic trip was NT$2279 per person
- Domestic tourism spending by Taiwanese people totaled NT$564.3 billion.
- Last year, 8.5745 million visitors traveled to Taiwan.

## Typhoon Baidolphin approaches; mobile pumps deployed at Xizhou Drainage in Yilan.

- Published: 2026-08-08T14:30:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608080084.aspx
- anchor: #n1859845
- Companies mentioned: 經濟部水利署、第一河川分署、宜蘭縣政府、連江縣政府、宜蘭縣政府文化局

Facts:
- 3 mobile pumps.
- 8 tents.
- 3 fixed pumps.

## Passenger allegedly gets into altercation after being told to lower his voice aboard 台鐵 train; elderly man plans to file an assault complaint.

- Published: 2026-08-08T14:26:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608080083.aspx
- anchor: #n1859837
- Companies mentioned: 台鐵、國營台灣鐵路股份有限公司、中央社、內政部警政署鐵路警察局台中分局、彰化縣警察局田中分局二水分駐所

Facts:
- 台鐵 local train No. 3237.

## U.S. judge blocks War Department decision, temporarily halting 藥明康德’s inclusion on list of Chinese military companies.

- Published: 2026-08-08T14:25:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608080082.aspx
- anchor: #n1859838
- Companies mentioned: 藥明康德、WuXi AppTec Co

Facts:
- About 450 employees.
- More than 1,000 U.S. customers.
- 70%
- 188 companies.

## Company enters AI-generated fake team in Taoyuan Cup basketball tournament to inflate numbers; person in charge released on bail.

- Published: 2026-08-08T14:24:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608080081.aspx
- anchor: #n1859839
- Companies mentioned: 長揚國際實業有限公司

Facts:
- A total of 2,075 teams and nearly 8,000 players registered to participate.
- The court ordered bail of NT$500,000 for You and NT$300,000 for the employee.

## Tainan’s Shuijiaoshe cultural walk pays tribute to fathers who have quietly given so much.

- Published: 2026-08-08T14:22:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608080080.aspx
- anchor: #n1859834
- Companies mentioned: 水交社文化園區、304橡膠廠、敝墟書店、中央社

Facts:
- “0630488” is not a phone number, but a cultural code carrying Tainan’s collective memory.

## 烏干達 refuses entry to holders of 台灣 passports; 外交部 continues to make contact and negotiate.

- Published: 2026-08-08T14:21:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608080079.aspx
- anchor: #n1859835
- Companies mentioned: 烏干達、台灣、外交部、駐索馬利蘭代表處、烏干達台商會

Facts:
- 1 Taiwanese traveler went to 烏干達 for sightseeing in early August.
- 另1名持有烏干達合法工作的台灣人
- To address the worsening Ebola outbreak, 台灣 suspended the issuance of visas to that country and entry by its citizens starting June 2 this year.
- Emergency assistance hotline for 駐索馬利蘭代表處: +252-636-292-616
- 外交部「旅外國人緊急服務專線」：+886-800-085-095

## Remote-controlled plane crashes into Taichung home after losing control, half its fuselage lodged across the exterior awning

- Published: 2026-08-08T14:16:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608080078.aspx
- anchor: #n1859829
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台中市政府警察局、霧峰分局

Facts:
- A report was received at 9:40 a.m.

## Good news for Father’s Day: increased payments for obstetrics, gynecology and nursing could come as soon as September

- Published: 2026-08-08T14:11:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608080077.aspx
- anchor: #n1859827
- Companies mentioned: 衛生福利部、中央健康保險署

Facts:
- National Health Insurance to receive an additional approximately NT$6.86 billion
- Since April 1 this year, NT$228 million has been invested to raise the inpatient examination fee rate for pediatric intensive care units
- The National Health Insurance Administration will soon inject another NT$231 million to adjust payments for pediatric care
- A total of NT$1.77 billion has been injected
- On May 1 last year, National Health Insurance invested NT$2.497 billion to raise payment points for nursing care in acute general wards by 12% to 16%
- A total of NT$2.137 billion has been injected
- Raised from 20,250 points to 41,280 points

## Zhejiang and Fujian hold meeting to discuss preparations as Typhoon Baidolphin approaches

- Published: 2026-08-08T14:07:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608080076.aspx
- anchor: #n1859816
- Companies mentioned: 浙江省委、浙江省长、福建省委、福建省长、中國國家防總、應急管理部、中國氣象局、水利部、自然資源部、交通運輸部、農業農村部

Facts:
- Severe Typhoon Baidolphin is forecast to arrive from the evening of the 9th through the morning of the 10th

## 伊朗藉海峽協議談判 圖謀將美軍逐出波斯灣

- Published: 2026-08-08T14:07:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608080075.aspx
- anchor: #n1859817
- Companies mentioned: 伊朗、美國、伊朗革命衛隊、華爾街日報、大西洋理事會、法斯通訊社、國際危機組織、防禦優先作為

Facts:
- 美國 once sent 2 Navy guided-missile destroyers through the Strait of Hormuz
- No one wants a US$1 billion ship to run the risk of hitting a mine

## 桃園平鎮老婦被打死陳屍客廳 8旬老公自首收押

- Published: 2026-08-08T13:51:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608080074.aspx
- anchor: #n1859683
- Companies mentioned: 桃園市政府警察局平鎮分局、桃園地檢署、桃園地方法院

Facts:
- 81-year-old woman surnamed Chen Wei
- 87-year-old husband surnamed Chen
- About 2 p.m.
- Ordered detained at noon today

## Shen Po-yang: Chen Shih-chung was smeared during the pandemic; rumor-mongers should apologize

- Published: 2026-08-08T13:50:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608080073.aspx
- anchor: #n1859684
- Companies mentioned: 民主進步黨、中華民國佛教慈濟慈善事業基金會、中國廣東海事局、海洋委員會海巡署

## South Korean football association apologizes over allegations of sexual favors for referees, says no wrongdoing is currently involved

- Published: 2026-08-08T13:48:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608080072.aspx
- anchor: #n1859685
- Companies mentioned: 韓國足球協會、Korean Football Association、K-足球革新委員會、文化體育觀光部

Facts:
- 2026 World Cup
- Between 2011 and 2012

## Custard apples enter summer pruning season; Taitung District Agricultural Research and Extension Station urges measures against mealybugs

- Published: 2026-08-08T13:40:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608080071.aspx
- anchor: #n1859677
- Companies mentioned: 台東區農業改良場

Facts:
- In addition to the Pacific mealybug, pineapple mealybug and Dysmicoccus brevipes were also found

## Typhoon Chan-hom may head toward Japan, possibly making landfall in Tohoku and crossing Honshu

- Published: 2026-08-08T13:25:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608080070.aspx
- anchor: #n1859632
- Companies mentioned: 日本氣象廳、南日本放送（MBC）、東北放送（tbc）

Facts:
- 中心氣壓994百帕
- Maximum sustained winds near the center: 18 meters per second
- Maximum instantaneous winds: 25 meters per second
- 1小時雨量30毫米以上

## Japanese animation blends Malaysia’s diverse cultures, sparking creative inspiration among younger generations

- Published: 2026-08-08T13:25:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608080069.aspx
- anchor: #n1859633
- Companies mentioned: 馬來西亞日本設計師學院（NDS）、日本設計師學院

Facts:
- 日本設計師學院 was founded more than 50 years ago
- The Malaysian campus, established in 2022, is its first overseas campus

## 川普 nominates 布蘭希 as attorney general, with 凱西迪’s backing clearing the way

- Published: 2026-08-08T13:22:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608080068.aspx
- anchor: #n1859589
- Companies mentioned: 川普、布蘭希、凱西迪、穆考斯基、艾普斯坦、李威特

Facts:
- The now-defunct US$1.8 billion fund

## Tainan’s Guiren Custard Apple Festival opens; Huang Wei-che invites everyone to take part

- Published: 2026-08-08T13:21:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608080067.aspx
- anchor: #n1859590
- Companies mentioned: 台南市政府、中央社

Facts:
- The event brings together 30 vendors

## Industry, government and academia launch rooftop solar lookup system; entering an address reveals its potential

- Published: 2026-08-08T13:17:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608080066.aspx
- anchor: #n1859584
- Companies mentioned: 中央研究院、逢甲大學、內政部、藏識科技有限公司

Facts:
- Building floor area of at least 1,000 square meters
- Install 1 kW for every 20 square meters

## Typhoon Baidolphin continues westward, with its intensity expected to weaken

- Published: 2026-08-08T13:16:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608080065.aspx
- anchor: #n1859585
- Companies mentioned: 中央氣象署

Facts:
- 27.0 degrees north latitude
- 125.5 degrees east longitude
- 450 kilometers away
- At a speed of 12 kilometers per hour
- maximum sustained winds near the center of 35 meters per second
- The radius of the 7-level wind area is 280 kilometers
- The radius of the 10-level wind area is 90 kilometers
- Waves of 5 meters or higher
- Wave heights of 6 meters or more
- Average winds of scale 6 or above
- Gusts of scale 8 or above
- Strong gusts of force 9
- High of 37.2 degrees Celsius
- High of 38 degrees
- Temperatures above 36 degrees

## Cultural Expo trade fair draws crowds; first-day attendance estimated at more than 80,000

- Published: 2026-08-08T13:10:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202608080064.aspx
- anchor: #n1859579
- Companies mentioned: 台灣文博會、屎蛋唐尼、蜜柑站長、凱西、魔法阿媽、雄獅文具

Facts:
- 今天入場將超過8至10萬人次
- Total attendance is projected to set a new record, surpassing last year’s 650,000
- Floor space increased by 18%

## Chongqing landslide brings China’s grassroots governance system of “grid workers” into focus

- Published: 2026-08-08T13:08:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608080063.aspx
- anchor: #n1859580
- Companies mentioned: 西南政法大學

Facts:
- China has been divided into about 4 million grids
- More than 4.5 million grid workers have been assigned
- Urban communities are generally divided into units of 300 to 500 households, or about 800 to 1,000 people
- Monthly salaries of RMB 4,000 or 5,000 in economically developed areas
- In some less-developed areas, they may earn only RMB 2,000 to 3,000

## 問題油20%下架門檻 林靜儀：衛福部負決策責任

- Published: 2026-08-08T13:07:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608080062.aspx
- anchor: #n1859581
- Companies mentioned: 中聯油脂股份有限公司、衛福部、衛福部食品藥物管理署、台北醫學會、台中市政府

## 賴總統視導海軍漢光演習濱海打擊 無人機秀攻擊力

- Published: 2026-08-08T13:07:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608080061.aspx
- anchor: #n1859572
- Companies mentioned: 國軍、海軍、海軍陸戰隊、海巡署、國防部、國安會

Facts:
- Han Kuang No. 42 live-fire exercises
- 2 drone models making their debut
- 4 M109 special operations assault boats

## A malfunctioning Taipei Metro Wenhu Line train failed to stop at the platform; passengers transferred at Donghu Station

- Published: 2026-08-08T13:06:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608080060.aspx
- anchor: #n1859573
- Companies mentioned: 台北捷運公司

Facts:
- About 30 people affected
- 6:43 a.m.

## With military options limited, top U.S. general privately seeks a way out of war with Iran

- Published: 2026-08-08T13:05:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608080059.aspx
- anchor: #n1859574
- Companies mentioned: CNN、CIA、CENTCOM

Facts:
- Late July

## Accused of violating administrative neutrality at Hsinchu City event, Ko Wen-je says there was no political promotion

- Published: 2026-08-08T13:03:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608080058.aspx
- anchor: #n1859569
- Companies mentioned: 民眾黨、慈濟

Facts:
- Special pandemic budget of NT$840 billion

## Hanlin camellia oil fails benzo[a]pyrene test; New Taipei says it has been removed from shelves and sealed

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:57:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608080057.aspx
- anchor: #n1859505
- Companies mentioned: 翰霖貿易有限公司、台北市衛生局、衛生福利部食藥署、基隆市農會、Facebook

Facts:
- Hanlin produced 218 bottles of the batch of camellia oil
- 600mL per bottle
- Sold 6 bottles to 基隆市農會
- 94 bottles sold to walk-in customers
- The remaining 118 bottles have been removed from shelves and sealed

## Beijing eases homebuying requirements to boost property market

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:49:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608080056.aspx
- anchor: #n1859433
- Companies mentioned: 北京市住房和城鄉建設委員會、北京市規劃和自然資源委員會、北京住房公積金管理中心、上海易居房地產研究院

Facts:
- The maximum loan for individuals buying their first home has been raised to RMB 1.2 million
- The maximum for households with 2 contributing employees has been raised to RMB 2.4 million
- Those buying homes in suburban areas or certified green buildings, as well as families with multiple children, may each receive an additional amount of up to RMB 600,000 on top of that

## Chiang Wan-an says work is starting on the renovation of Rongxing Garden; Shen Po-yang raises issue of fairness in access to shade

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:48:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608080055.aspx
- anchor: #n1859434
- Companies mentioned: 台北市政府

Facts:
- Renovation of Rongxing Garden Park to begin in July

## Father’s Day meme video features Green Party’s candidates for 5 county and city mayoral races, with Lai and Hsiao making surprise appearances

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:42:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608080054.aspx
- anchor: #n1859427
- Companies mentioned: 民進黨、台北市、桃園市、新竹市、宜蘭縣、南投縣

The 民進黨 released a “Super Dad” meme video for Father’s Day, with 5 county and city mayoral candidates promoting the “The nation is here to help you raise your children” policy. The president and vice president make surprise appearances, reinforcing the vision of a welfare state.

Facts:
- The maximum monthly subsidy will rise to NT$15,000
- Monthly out-of-pocket costs will be only NT$1,000 to 3,000
- Students at private universities and colleges will receive NT$35,000 in annual tuition and fee reductions
- Disadvantaged students can receive an additional amount of up to NT$20,000
- The student loan interest rate has been cut from 1.775% to 0.775%
- The 2 parents may flexibly take up to 120 days of leave, counted by the day
- NT$5,000 per child per month
- At least NT$360,000 can be received
- At least NT$1.08 million invested per child
- Public and quasi-public childcare centers across Taiwan can serve more than 110,000 young children each year

## Japan’s defense budget poised to hit a record high, with 8.9 trillion yen proposed

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:33:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608080053.aspx
- anchor: #n1859418
- Companies mentioned: 日本防衛省、共同社、日本財務省、自衛隊

Facts:
- 8.9 trillion yen
- 10 trillion yen
- 43 trillion yen
- 9 trillion yen

## 88父親節 韓國瑜：向每位爸爸致上敬意與祝福

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:28:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608080052.aspx
- anchor: #n1859411
- Companies mentioned: 立法院、國民黨

## Han Kuang exercise: Kinmen Defense Command simulates joint fire strikes against enemy landing forces

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:24:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608080051.aspx
- anchor: #n1859412
- Companies mentioned: 陸軍金門防衛指揮部、金門守備大隊、烈嶼守備大隊、砲兵營、無人機中隊

Facts:
- Han Kuang 42 live-fire drills

## Wu Hsin-yang elected chairman of the e-commerce association, focusing on AI, sustainability and cybersecurity development

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:20:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608080050.aspx
- anchor: #n1859405
- Companies mentioned: 中華民國無店面零售商業同業公會、新光三越百貨

## U.S. pours money into strengthening defense supply chains, reducing reliance on China for critical minerals

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:15:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608080049.aspx
- anchor: #n1859397
- Companies mentioned: Sila Nanotechnologies、Sunrise Energy Metals、Niron Magnetics、Westwater Resources、Global Advanced Metals、5E Advanced Materials

Facts:
- The federal government will invest US$3 billion
- The Defense Department’s Office of Strategic Capital (OSC) will provide a conditional loan of US$1.4 billion to lithium-ion battery component manufacturer Sila Nanotechnologies
- Scandium miner Sunrise Energy Metals and magnet developer Niron Magnetics will each receive US$400 million
- Niron Magnetics will receive US$400 million and a conditional loan of US$150 million
- The Export-Import Bank of the United States will provide loans totaling US$58 million to Westwater Resources, Global Advanced Metals and 5E Advanced Materials
- The Department of Energy announced it will provide US$100 million in grants
- The Pentagon also said it will provide US$80 million for programs at 3 U.S. mining schools

## Model educator and “King of Inventions” Lin Yung-chen inspires countless students

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:12:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608080039.aspx
- anchor: #n1859398
- Companies mentioned: 明新科技大學

Facts:
- 52 patents in various countries

## 中國氣象機構: Typhoon Bailu to make landfall along the coast of Zhoushan, Zhejiang, on the 9th

- Published: 2026-08-08T11:52:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608080038.aspx
- anchor: #n1859227
- Companies mentioned: 中國氣象機構、中國中央氣象台、央視新聞、中央社

Facts:
- At a speed of 10 to 15 kilometers per hour
- Strong winds of force 6 to 8.
- Gusts of force 9 to 10.
- Strong winds of force 9 to 12.
- Gusts of force 11 to 14.
- Force 13 to 15.
- Gusts of force 15 to 17.

## 宇樹科技’s Wang Xingxing: Listing on the capital market marks a new beginning

- Published: 2026-08-08T11:51:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608080037.aspx
- anchor: #n1859228
- Companies mentioned: 宇樹科技、第一財經、香港經濟日報、澎湃新聞

Facts:
- Offering price is 150.8 yuan per share
- The issue price is 150.8 yuan per share (about NT$720)

## 內政部: Green building certifications issued in 114年 hit a record 1,342

- Published: 2026-08-08T11:50:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608080036.aspx
- anchor: #n1859229
- Companies mentioned: 內政部

Facts:
- A total of 1,342 green building labels and candidate green building certificates
- A total of 78 green buildings received the highest honor, the “Diamond” rating
- 較113年大幅成長7成
- An increase of 13.2% from 113年
- Growth of 95.3%
- The 6 special municipalities account for about 77% of the national total
- Taipei City: 291
- New Taipei City: 213
- Taichung City: 203

## Finance Ministry: Public and private sectors to establish 4-pronged assessment mechanism to boost competitiveness of state-owned banks

- Published: 2026-08-08T11:49:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608080035.aspx
- anchor: #n1859230
- Companies mentioned: 台銀、土銀、輸銀

Facts:
- The 6 state-owned commercial banks supervised by the Ministry of Finance

## The government had enough vaccines, so Tzu Chi couldn’t be scammed? Chiang Wan-an recalls the dire situation at the time: Some want to erase the memory, but the people will not forget

- Published: 2026-08-08T13:40:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11155008
- anchor: #n1859751
- Companies mentioned: 慈濟基金會、財信傳媒、民進黨

A vaccine procurement fraud case involving 慈濟基金會 sparked a political storm, with the dispute over responsibility between Chiang Wan-an and the 民進黨 government continuing to escalate. Private-sector procurement efforts during the vaccine shortage are being reexamined, amid sharp disagreements over the roles of the government and civil society groups.

## Exports barred by the U.S. yet surging? Chinese-made drones target Southeast Asia and the Middle East, dominating emerging markets and filling the gap

- Published: 2026-08-08T13:35:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11155004
- anchor: #n1859752
- Companies mentioned: 大疆創新（DJI）

Despite U.S. export restrictions, Chinese-made drones are gaining demand in emerging markets such as Southeast Asia and the Middle East, with exports up 26% in the first half of 2026. Strong growth is being driven by agricultural and surveying applications.

## A healthier Taiwan, with KGI by your side! KGI Life builds an all-ages health ecosystem

- Published: 2026-08-08T13:33:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11155005
- anchor: #n1859753

KGI Life announced plans to build an all-ages health ecosystem centered on its HWE team, integrating health, insurance and wellness housing in support of the “Healthy Taiwan” policy and to strengthen public health and financial resilience.

## Why do planes turn off all the lights during takeoff and landing? Airlines reveal 3 secrets about flying; the lights must be off even when it’s pitch-black outside

- Published: 2026-08-08T13:26:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11154928
- anchor: #n1859754
- Companies mentioned: 星宇航空

星宇航空 took to social media to explain the principles behind flight safety design, including the science behind rules on dimming lights during takeoff and landing and rounded airplane windows, to strengthen passengers’ safety awareness.

## Today’s top news (8/8)! Will northern Taiwan suspend work and classes on 8/9? Latest path of Typhoon Bailu revealed／One county or city’s senior citizen card offers “NT$800 monthly until death”／Taiwan’s newest amusement park is here!

- Published: 2026-08-08T13:21:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11155003
- anchor: #n1859755
- Companies mentioned: 慈济基金会、鴻海、台積電

Taiwanese authorities released key news, including the possibility of work and class suspensions in northern Taiwan due to Typhoon Bailu, a new NT$800 monthly benefit for seniors in Taoyuan, and a newly opened family amusement park in Kaohsiung.

## Latest 2026 travel subsidies! “Tourism Administration gives NT$3,200 per person” and applications are open nationwide; a guide to amounts and payment dates for 5 grants and additional local subsidies

- Published: 2026-08-08T13:03:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11154922
- anchor: #n1859509
- Companies mentioned: 交通部觀光署

The 交通部觀光署 plans to invest NT$3.46 billion in 5 “weekday domestic travel discounts” to boost local travel demand on weekdays. The programs include lodging discounts, birthday bonuses and amusement park offers, with a target launch in September 2026. Cities and counties also have their own local offers, aimed at stimulating tourism spending.

## Han Kuang exercise》Lai Ching-te boards Kuang Liu fast attack craft No. “64” and orders coastal strike mission

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:53:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11155002
- anchor: #n1859510

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te inspected the Han Kuang 42 exercise, boarding a Kuang Liu fast attack craft and ordering it to carry out a coastal strike mission, showcasing the navy’s enhanced combat readiness and layered defense capabilities.

## U.S. official: Iran and Oman expected to reach agreement on Strait of Hormuz soon

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:45:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11154999
- anchor: #n1859511
- Companies mentioned: 路透社

A senior U.S. official said Iran and Oman were holding talks on passage through the Strait of Hormuz and were expected to reach an agreement soon. Once an agreement is reached, commercial shipping is expected to resume and the United States is expected to lift its blockade of Iranian ports.

## How was Tzu Chi scammed out of NT$1 billion, and did the DPP get a political weapon? Lawyer’s NT$600 million in gold seized; Wu Tzu-chia stunned by the case and offered a one-line take

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:35:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11155000
- anchor: #n1859512
- Companies mentioned: 慈濟基金會、台積電、鴻海

慈濟基金會 paid more than NT$1 billion in 2021 to procure BNT vaccines. A fraud case emerged 5 years later, with the lawyer and others involved indicted and prosecutors seizing large quantities of gold and cash. The case has drawn political attention.

## 防水鞋不只Timberland！內行更推1品牌「舒適耐穿、下豪雨完全沒濕」：走萬步也不累

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:31:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11153927
- anchor: #n1859513
- Companies mentioned: Timberland、V TEX、Palladium、Gore-Tex、K-SWISS

Taiwanese internet users praised K-SWISS as a waterproof shoe offering good value for money for commuting and business trips in rainy weather. Its waterproofing and light weight drew particular attention, and it is popular as an alternative to Timberland.

## PharmaEssentia loses arbitration case again, ordered to pay NT$4.1 billion to European partner for deliberate breach of contract

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:24:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11154998
- anchor: #n1859514
- Companies mentioned: AOP Health

藥華藥 lost an arbitration case against its European partner AOP Health and was ordered to pay about 4.1 billion yen in damages for intentional breach of contract. The ruling is a major development that could affect confidence in Taiwan’s biotech industry.

## It’s not just parents caught up in stock trading! South Korean infant and toddler accounts triple in a year as parents give babies their “first-ever stock” early

- Published: 2026-08-08T12:15:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11154997
- anchor: #n1859515
- Companies mentioned: Mirae Asset Securities、Kakaopay Securities、Nomura

The number of securities accounts held by South Korean babies under 1 year old surged nearly 3 times in a year, reflecting parents’ desire to build wealth for the next generation early through compounding. The trend is driven mainly by stock market performance and tax advantages.