Rakuten Girls star Hoh Ji-won turned into an election billboard spokesperson? Management company furious: Absolutely no authorization for political use
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A portrait of 河智媛 of 楽天桃猿 was used without permission on an election poster, prompting a protest from her management company. A photo from a cultural event was used for political purposes, raising an image-rights issue.
Taiwan index futures margin requirements set to rise again! One “big contract” tops 700,000 yuan, with margin requirements also set to increase for futures on 3 soaring stocks
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Taiwan Futures Exchange announced higher margin requirements for Taiwan index, electronic, financial and several ETF futures, citing increased market volatility and the need to strengthen risk controls. The adjustment will affect trading costs for retail and institutional investors.
Show your ID! Match 1 digit in your birthday for a free bubble tea, or buy 1 get 1 free at CoCo and 大苑子; see August deals at beverage shops across Taiwan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
In August 2026, major Taiwanese hand-shaken drink brands rolled out a series of limited-time summer promotions. CoCo, 大苑子 and 8酵茶 offered buy-1-get-1 deals and free drinks, intensifying competition to attract customers.
毛寶 washing machine tub cleaner sold at 全聯 went viral after a social media user tested it and removed a large amount of black grime. Users said it was effective at removing dirt, killing bacteria and eliminating odors, making it a hot topic online and reflecting strong consumer interest in appliance cleaning and hygiene.
A hotel stay costing 180,000 yuan allegedly paid for with exhibition funds? Huang Kuo-chang reveals “fake accounting evidence” involving Taiwan’s Geneva office director and demands: Why hasn’t the Taipei District Prosecutors Office investigated?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan People’s Party Chairman Huang Kuo-chang accused Lee Kuan-te, director of Taiwan’s Geneva office, of misusing public funds and falsifying documents, including paying for expensive accommodation with exhibition funds and falsely reporting the recipients of chocolate gifts. He called on prosecutors to investigate, drawing public attention.
Tomorrow’s weather / The good weather is over! Two typhoons set to bring rain to more areas across Taiwan, with “10 straight days of heavy rain”; a look at the forecast for the coming week
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The western North Pacific is active, with two typhoons set to affect East Asia in succession. Taiwan will be affected by the monsoon and southwesterly winds, bringing persistent heavy rain over the next 10 days and highly unstable weather that could last into late August.
Breaking / Unexploded ordnance discovered in Taipei’s Xinyi District! Suspicious object unearthed during construction; site cordoned off and military urgently notified
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A suspected unexploded bomb was found during construction on Songren Road in Taipei’s Xinyi District. The site was immediately cordoned off and the military notified. The incident highlights the risks posed by historical remnants during urban development.
Han Kuang Exercise》564th Brigade makes 12-hour first-ever “cross-theater” reinforcement move; 12 M109 self-propelled howitzers take aim at a red beach
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
During Taiwan’s Han Kuang No. 42 exercise, the 564th Brigade moved to Greater Taipei for 12 hours in its first cross-theater deployment. Twelve M109 self-propelled howitzers, equipped with a drone-defense network, deployed within range of Taoyuan’s Red Beach.
Threads backlash》Major biotech brand in hot water! Uses disturbing scenes from “The Crucible” in a promotion, sparking public outrage; founder apologizes
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A Taiwanese biomedical brand faced a wave of online criticism for using a child-abuse scene from the film “熔炉” in an advertisement. The founder apologized and pledged to review the screening process.
CDC’s first-ever “typhoid” misdiagnosis! Lab testing process goes awry; double-checking system to be implemented
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan’s CDC reported its first misidentification of typhoid bacteria, caused by an error in manual laboratory interpretation that led to a false positive. It has directed accredited laboratories across Taiwan to implement a double-checking system to ensure accurate test results.
Han Kuang Exercise》“Taiwan Shield” tactics in action! Sky Bow III missile system deployed at riverside park; radar protection draws on lessons from Russia-Ukraine war
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
During Taiwan’s Han Kuang No. 42 exercise, 天弓三型 missiles deployed in a riverside park to demonstrate a drone-defense network informed by lessons from the Russia-Ukraine war. The tactical flexibility of the “Taiwan Shield” air-defense network drew attention.
One person plus AI is all it takes! Japan’s freelance industry hit by a wave of closures, with design-sector bankruptcies up 166%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
In the first half of 2026, bankruptcies in Japan’s design industry surged 166.6% year on year. As generative AI spreads, companies are bringing outsourced work in-house, squeezing out small businesses.
Chain supermarkets operated by farmers’ associations across Taiwan offer high-quality local specialties at low prices and are attracting attention as alternatives to 全聯 and 家樂福. The farmers’ association in Taitung is especially popular as a shopping destination for souvenirs, and its online store is well stocked.
From 40 million to 36 checks: Blue camp woman politician presses Zheng Chao-fang over campaign finance controversy
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Kuomintang legislator Hsu Chiao-hsin and councilor Yu Shu-hui questioned Democratic Progressive Party Hsinchu County magistrate candidate Zheng Chao-fang over the flow of funds related to a 40 million yuan campaign loan and 36 checks totaling 12.61 million yuan. They called on him to explain publicly, saying public doubts would otherwise be difficult to dispel.
Would a Grab-foodpanda merger spell trouble? Wang Shih-chien cites Singapore’s “cautionary tale” and says the Fair Trade Commission should reject it outright
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
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Singapore fined Grab and Uber 13 million Singapore dollars over their 2018 case
Store water now! 11 counties and cities across Taiwan will face major water outages tomorrow, with some areas without water for up to 10 hours for cooking and bathing. Check whether your home is affected with one click.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Planned water cuts will take place in 11 Taiwanese counties and cities on August 12. Aging-pipe replacement and construction work will cause outages lasting up to 10 hours, so residents are advised to store water in advance.
Lee Da-hye and Lee A-young lose out! Taiwan’s 10 most popular cheerleaders: “She’s number one”—a high-visual-appeal fairy with personality and dance moves that win fans
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
VotersNet released its cheerleader popularity rankings for the first half of the 2026 Chinese Professional Baseball season. Korean member Lee Ju-eun took the top spot, with Lee Da-hye and Byeon Ha-yul in second and third, reflecting the growing influence of Korean-wave cheering culture in Taiwan.
Popular couple breaks up and ends up in court! Jianing found not guilty, while her mother is sentenced to 1 year and 8 months. A look at the key points in the ruling
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A dispute over channel ownership and revenue between former partners in a couple’s YouTube channel, which has millions of subscribers, has gone to court. 家寧 was acquitted, while her mother received a prison sentence of 1 year and 8 months. The case highlights the risks of doing business on social media.
2 of Lu Shiow-yen’s key aides arrested over alleged leaks! Taichung City Government says “the report came from an employee”; prosecutors reveal the real reason for the search
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A confidential information leak involving a Taichung City Government labor procurement case has emerged. Two aides to Lu Shiow-yen, Yen Nai-lun and Li Cheng-hsuan, were released on bail. The case was reported amid dissatisfaction over internal promotions, and prosecutors clarified that they were not reopening an old case. The affair has implications for local government and public service ethics.
Hsu Chia-ching admits arranging a position on Dongsha! She reveals her son has dual nationality and says, “I was just softhearted and made a mistake”; Huang Yang-ming fires off a sarcastic remark
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Hsu Chia-ching, chair of the Overseas Community Affairs Council, is suspected of helping her son improperly qualify for a program on Dongsha Island. The Control Yuan found that she violated the Act on Recusal of Public Servants Due to Conflicts of Interest, and she faces a fine of NT$100,000 to NT$2 million. She admitted that she made a mistake out of momentary softness but stressed that her son qualified because he holds dual nationality.
矽品精密 breaks ground on Douliu plant expansion to deepen its Yunlin presence and build a key global engine for advanced AI packaging and testing
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
矽品精密 held a groundbreaking ceremony in Douliu, Yunlin, for an expansion of its advanced packaging and testing plant, with an investment of nearly a hundred billion dollars. The project will introduce the CoWoS process, create 2,200 jobs and strengthen Taiwan’s key position in the global semiconductor supply chain.
Not guava or blueberries! Taiwanese people love this “one fruit,” which may improve fatty liver; study finds eating it for 6 weeks works
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A Taiwanese food-safety expert cited research showing that consuming 200g of fresh tomatoes and 50g of tomato sauce daily for 6 weeks improved fat accumulation in fatty liver. The findings are drawing attention as a potential approach to addressing lifestyle-related diseases.
Are U.S. stocks no longer the only standout? Institutions favor Taiwan and Japan to take the baton, with these advantages drawing fresh market attention
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
野村投信 announced a new fund focused on the Taiwanese and Japanese markets. Taiwan’s AI supply chain and Japan’s rising wages and corporate reforms are boosting the markets’ investment appeal.
Why can a helmet shop with few customers operate at an expensive intersection? Experts reveal 3 key advantages behind its staying power
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A helmet shop at a Taiwanese intersection has stayed in business despite high rent, thanks to a high conversion rate, with most visitors making an immediate purchase, and its links with e-commerce. Meanwhile, the impact of e-commerce is beginning to shrink brick-and-mortar stores.
Sedans are fuel-efficient and easy to handle, so why do many Taiwanese still prefer SUVs? Insiders reveal 3 key reasons why “sedans can’t replace them”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Only one sedan made Taiwan’s top 10 auto sales list in the first quarter of 2026, sparking discussion about SUVs versus sedans. Consumers favor SUVs for space, visibility and family needs, while some drivers still prefer sedans for handling and stability.
Taking Fengshan to the world! Lin Chih-hung rallies more than a million dollars to help Zhongxiao Junior High’s youth baseball team make its U.S. dream come true
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Kaohsiung City Councilor Lin Chih-hung brought together private-sector resources and raised more than a million dollars to help Zhongxiao Junior High’s baseball team travel to the U.S. for training and broaden its international outlook. The effort helps disadvantaged students realize their dreams and raises the international profile of Taiwan’s youth baseball.
The strings everyone should hear at least once in their lives! 凱基金控 invites Yo-Yo Ma back to Taiwan to compose an enduring musical chapter
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
凱基金控 is once again sponsoring international cellist Yo-Yo Ma’s 2026 performance in Taiwan. By bringing together resources from its businesses to support cultural events, it is demonstrating its commitment to social responsibility and sustainable operations while strengthening its social impact.
Han Kuang exercise》A camper van is actually the military police’s command hub! Military Police Command stages mid-level protection drill, disguising a command vehicle to obscure its identity
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
During the Han Kuang No. 42 exercise, the Military Police Command disguised a camping vehicle as a command vehicle. Defense Minister 顧立雄 stressed the importance of a “de-identification” strategy, aimed at improving the military’s mobility and survivability.
全支付 General Manager You Chin-jung visits Linjiang Night Market to sample the food and draw customers with promotions
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
全支付 General Manager You Chin-jung visited Taipei’s Linjiang Street Night Market to sample local food and promote the integration of digital payments with the night market economy, using consumer discounts to boost business for vendors.
矽品 invests hundreds of billions of dollars to expand its Douliu plant! Chang Chia-chun continues pushing for tech factories to set up in Yunlin, helping the county overtake on the curve
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
矽品精密 will invest 100 billion yen to expand its factory in Douliu City, Yunlin County, creating 2,200 jobs. Legislator 張嘉郡 stressed that prioritizing local young people for 80% of the positions would contribute to Yunlin County’s economic development and help address youth unemployment.
[30% OFF at a loss] DOOGEEEco launches “BONEAIRSWIM” bone-conduction earphones with innovative bone-conduction dual speakers for a limited time at 12,900 yen
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Regular price: 18,998 yen (tax included)
Price with 30% OFF coupon: 12,900 yen (tax included)
Equipped with 64GB of large-capacity MP3 storage
Can store up to approximately 8,000 songs
Bluetooth mode: approximately 8 hours of playback
MP3 mode: approximately 5 hours of playback
10 minutes of charging provides approximately 2 hours of music playback
Understanding people’s minds makes everyday life more interesting! “A [Super-Illustrated] Book to Understand the Psychology All Around You in 3 Hours” goes on sale Aug. 12 (Wed.)
[Handball] Final results of the 17th National Junior High School Handball Club Cup 2026
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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HC京都 took an 8-point lead into halftime at 16-8. In the second half, 松橋HC WINS desperately tried to increase its scoring pace, but HC京都 could not be stopped and extended its lead further to 37-22
The gap narrowed to 2 points late in the game, but ヴィアティン三重ハンドボールクラブU-15 held on to its lead and won 24-21
ORICO announces a GaN-powered, PD 65W-compatible 7-in-1 travel power strip—ideal for business trips and travel with a retractable cord, compact body, PSE certification and an 18-month warranty
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Price after final discount: ￥3,493
Regular price: ￥4,990
Features a retractable design that stores an approximately 1.27m extension cord inside the unit
Supports USB-C PD fast charging up to 65W
Can charge a MacBook Pro to 50% in approximately 37 minutes
Compact body measuring approximately 115×58×42mm, convenient for carrying and storage
“信長の野望 真戦” launches an Odawara Castle collaboration on Aug. 11 (Tue.)! Support your favorite warlord and compete for advertising space at Odawara Castle! Collaboration-exclusive castle stamps will be distributed, and the “Summer Festival” event is also underway!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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“Warrior of Odawara Castle” limited title (30 days)
500 koban for every lord in the winning faction
300 koban for every lord in the losing faction
Amazon gift card worth 10,000 yen
Companies mentioned：Qookka Games、コーエーテクモゲームス、Qookka Entertainment Limited
[Heat Countermeasures] A mountain resort about 2.5 degrees cooler than the city. Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens to hold a summer event where visitors can enjoy activities day and night
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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About 2.5 degrees cooler than the city
A vast natural setting spanning about 4 hectares
About 30 free activities
More than 600,000 visitors annually
About 400 meters above sea level
About 200 varieties and 75,000 plants of herbs and flowers, changing with the seasons
Notice of Assistant Coach Hideto Yuminami's selection for the training camp and tournament roster of the 2026 Men's Japan National Team for the 45th William Jones Cup
[Hiratsuka City・September-only campaign] Get surfboards, wetsuits and bodyboards collected together｜Save up to ¥1,000 when clearing out your Shonan beach gear after the season｜まるっと本舗 junk removal service
“15/e organic” to set up special booths at 4 venues and 8 shows on ONE OK ROCK's live tour! Try the much-talked-about gut-health energy drink at the venue!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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4 venues and 8 shows
1,500 yen or more including tax
¥300 off
Original1本 800円(税込)
Content: 250ml
Companies mentioned：株式会社ONPA JAPAN、ONE OK ROCK、15/e organic
Linklop, a career support community for aspiring certified public accountants, partners with 23 university clubs and surpasses 5,000 members just 2 years after its founding
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Partner university accounting clubs at 23 universities
More than 5,000 student members
The certified public accountant exam pass rate is at a 10-year low of 7.4%
The number of candidates who failed the exam has increased 2.2 times in 10 years
About 70% of students are thinking about job hunting early
Chill singer-songwriter Meｌ releases the long-awaited new single “Scenario” for streaming! Selected as the theme song for the drama “Koi wo Suru nara Nidome ga Joto season2,” following its use in season1
[50% off at a loss] The swim-ready IP68 “AROLYM BONEBEATSWIM” is ¥8,499! Bone-conduction earphones with 32GB MP3 storage and Bluetooth 5.4, available while supplies last
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Sale price: ¥8,499 (tax included)
Regular price: ¥16,998 (tax included)
Discount: 50% off
32GB MP3 storage
Weighs just about 25.1 g
Up to about 7 hours of playback
Up to about 4 hours of playback
About 10 minutes of charging provides up to about 2 hours of music playback
〈中磊 investor conference〉Chairman Wang Wei: The second half will definitely be better than the first, with supply chain constraints continuing through 2027
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
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1 Gb of memory costs less than US$0.3
1 Gb of memory, which cost less than US$0.3, have now surged to more than US$3
Supply chain constraints will remain tight throughout 2027
晟德’s investment losses on its books reach NT$10 billion, dragging first-half EPS down to a loss of NT$11.24; net cash flow still reaches NT$3.2 billion
〈Tax revenue statistics〉Securities transaction tax revenue for the first 7 months surged 1.9 times to NT$398.7 billion; treasury tax revenue hit a record NT$2.87 trillion for the same period
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
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Net tax revenue collected nationwide in the first 7 months reached as much as NT$2.8767 trillion
Up 25% year on year
Net tax revenue collected nationwide in July was NT$289.1 billion
Down NT$587.7 billion from the same period last year
Down 67% year on year
Net collections for the first 7 months reached 72.9% of the full-year budget
Budget allocation execution rate reached 115.6%
Original7月上市上櫃股票平均每日成交值高達1兆1,532億元
Up sharply from NT$412.9 billion in the same period last year, a 1.8-fold increase
Did 台積電 stockpile US$1 billion worth of 蘋果 chips? Ming-Chi Kuo refutes claim, saying inventory growth is normal in the early ramp-up phase of mass production
All independent directors resign, financial report delayed! 永冠-KY to be placed under full delivery settlement alongside other cases starting 8/13; trading suspension to remain in effect
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
永冠-KY was designated for a change in trading method by the Taiwan Stock Exchange after all of its independent directors resigned and it failed to submit its financial report; trading in the stock remains suspended. This is a dual warning sign of corporate governance and financial crises.
Successful bottom-fishing in passive components! 華新科⊕、國巨、世芯-KY
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwanese stocks rebounded on AI demand and corporate earnings. 華新科, 國巨 and 世芯-KY drew attention as the bullish trend continued. One recommended investment strategy is to “choose good stocks and focus on the market leaders.”
Divergence emerges as the broader market trades sideways! Are institutions quietly selling old leaders and shifting to new market favorites? Key rotation in the AI supply chain!
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
After rebounding, the Taiwanese stock market entered a sideways consolidation phase, with institutional funds shifting from established leading stocks to emerging hot sectors. Changes in industry dynamics involving ASICs and advanced packaging are key.
Juheng's Q2 profit doubles, EPS at 1.16 yuan, contracts on hand exceed 5 billion yuan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Juheng's Q2 profit rose nearly 8 times year on year, with EPS reaching 1.16 yuan. The company benefited from a peak in revenue recognition for large-scale projects and has more than 5 billion yuan in projects on hand, supporting strong operating momentum.
On schedule! Apple's new glass-design iPhone plan remains unchanged, with debut expected on its 20th anniversary next year
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Apple will launch a 20th-anniversary iPhone Pro in 2027, featuring a curved-glass design and retaining a metal frame to create a more seamless appearance. The move shows Apple continues to pursue design innovation to extend replacement cycles and sends a positive signal to the supply chain.
Admits fault after 9 years of negligence and pays 100 million yuan! FSC fines Taiwan Cooperative Bank 12 million yuan and suspends credit card business for 1 month
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwan Cooperative Bank failed to address disputed credit card charges for 9 years, resulting in losses of more than 100 million yuan. The Financial Supervisory Commission imposed a 12 million yuan fine and suspended the issuance of new cards for 1 month, highlighting a serious breakdown in internal controls and offering a warning to the financial industry.
High-volume gainers roundup: Taiwan stocks remain volatile—is memory headed for a crash? An exclusive breakdown of institutional reports: 鈺創 and 至上 hit record highs, proving the skeptics wrong! Were you tricked into selling?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwan stocks remain volatile, while demand in the memory market is recovering. Companies including 鈺創 and 至上 have posted record results, drawing market attention.
Guochan's second-quarter net profit rose 10.8% quarter on quarter, with first-half EPS at 1.47 yuan. It also invested in 福州三寶建材 to secure its aggregate supply and sold its 20% stake in Lianyuan Conch Cement to free up funds.
和椿's July revenue sets a monthly record, boosted by shipments of semiconductor and AI automation subsystems
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
和椿 set a new record with July revenue of 378 million yen. The main drivers were increased shipments of semiconductor and AI “automation subsystems” and smooth delivery of backlogged orders. The company plans to exhibit at the Taipei International Industrial Automation Exhibition.