Magong Summer Kids’ Party invites disadvantaged children for a special event
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Magong City in Penghu County held a “Charity Night” on August 11, inviting more than 600 disadvantaged children and kindergarten students to experience the Magong Summer Kids’ Party. Mayor Huang Chien-chung emphasized the vision of a welcoming city and a commitment to caring for families with different needs through public services.
Facts
More than 600 children were invited to the “Charity Night.”
The event is open daily from 4 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
A total of 570 children from Magong Municipal Kindergarten were invited to attend the event.
Gu Xiufei attends Paraguayan Hakka Night, praises power of people-to-people diplomacy
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Hakka Affairs Council Minister Gu Xiufei traveled to Paraguay to attend Hakka Night, praising the contributions of overseas compatriots and announcing plans to review the timing of the Hakka Youth Exchange Camp to encourage greater participation from young people in South America.
Facts
The Paraguayan Taiwan Hakka Association has been established for 33 years.
The Hakka Affairs Council is considering moving the domestic and overseas Hakka Youth Exchange Camp to January.
Vietnam’s VinSpace signs deal with SpaceX, plans satellite launch in 2027
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Vietnam’s VinSpace signed a contract with SpaceX for a satellite launch in 2027. The partnership marks a significant step for Vietnamese companies entering the aerospace industry.
NTU Hospital passes on palliative care expertise, establishes Asia-Pacific’s first training center
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
NTU Hospital has established the Asia-Pacific’s first “Palliative Care Research and Clinical Education and Training Center,” dedicated to developing palliative care professionals and passing on expertise to meet the needs of a super-aged society.
Indonesian fisherman severs fingers while working at sea off Penghu; Coast Guard rushes him to hospital
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
On the 11th, an Indonesian fishing worker aboard a fishing boat off Penghu lost a finger in an accident. A Coast Guard patrol boat rescued the worker, who was rushed to a hospital.
Facts
An Indonesian fisherman aboard the Penghu-registered fishing boat “來祥宇16號” severed 2 fingers on his right hand while working 8 nautical miles northwest of Mudou Islet.
After receiving a report, the Coast Guard dispatched a patrol vessel to assist, transferring the injured fisherman aboard and taking him to Magong Harbor.
The injured fisherman was taken to the Penghu Branch of Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, by the Penghu County Fire Department.
Restored Kinmen historic Huang Zhuobin Western-style house reopens; cultural heritage walking tours planned
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The county-designated historic Huang Zhuobin Western-style house in Kinmen has reopened after restoration, with cultural heritage walking tours planned for the future. The site bears witness to the history of overseas Chinese communities and the years of military conflict, making its preservation culturally significant.
Juyou Technology’s Q2 earnings top last year’s full-year total; EPS hits record NT$2.59
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Juyou Technology reported strong Q2 results, with net profit reaching a record high and surpassing its full-year total from last year. Revenue doubled in the first half, buoyed by demand for AI and high-performance computing, and the company is optimistic about the second half.
Koo Li-hsiung inspects Han Kuang exercise units, reviews drone tactics
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Defense Minister Koo Li-hsiung inspected the Han Kuang 42 exercise, highlighting comprehensive operational planning for drones and 3D-printed rapid repair and maintenance techniques to boost the military’s resilience in combat.
Facts
Drone operations require comprehensive planning for surveillance and reconnaissance, information transmission, command and control, and strike capabilities.
The military is using 3D printing to establish a system for rapid battlefield repairs and maintenance.
Doubling oil prices weigh on STARLUX Airlines; ground services business to expand gradually
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
STARLUX Airlines posted record revenue in the first half but recorded a loss due to rising oil prices. The company has also obtained a ground-handling license and plans to expand its business.
Free trial rides on the Sanying Line; Hou You-yi: full-day service to begin on the 16th
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The New Taipei City mayor announced that free trial rides on the Sanying Line will be available throughout the day starting 8/16, along with a special exhibition marking the 10th anniversary of the New Taipei Metro.
AI-related demand boosts economy; Singapore sharply raises growth forecast for this year
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Singapore’s government sharply raised its 2026 GDP growth forecast to 4.5%-5.5% on strong global demand for AI. Manufacturing, wholesale trade and finance performed well, while AI investment is also helping offset risks from the situation in the Middle East.
Facts
Singapore’s government raised its forecast for 2026 GDP growth to 4.5%-5.5%
Singapore’s Q2 economic growth was driven mainly by manufacturing, wholesale trade, and financial and insurance services.
Accelerating global AI-related capital expenditure is the main factor improving Singapore’s economic outlook.
France bans unsolicited telemarketing calls; violators face fines of nearly NT$14 million per call
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
France has introduced a new law strictly banning telemarketing calls without consent, with violators facing fines of up to 375,000 euros. The move aims to protect consumers but has also raised concerns about jobs in Morocco’s telemarketing industry.
Sercomm: second half to outperform first half; memory shortage unlikely to ease next year
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Sercomm expects its performance in the second half to surpass the first half, but warns the memory shortage will remain unresolved through 2027. The company posted record revenue in the second quarter and is actively developing new technologies such as edge AI.
CEC conducts drill on ballot distribution for Indigenous voters; Yu Ying-lung: protects voting secrecy
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Central Election Commission held a simulation exercise for ballot distribution to Indigenous voters, advancing 3 major improvements, including preparing separate voter rolls. It will also relocate polling stations in villages with very few Indigenous voters to implement the Election and Recall Act amendments guaranteeing ballot secrecy.
Facts
The CEC is advancing 3 measures to protect the voting secrecy of Indigenous voters: preparing separate voter rolls, setting up dedicated ballot-distribution counters, and assigning staff to provide guidance.
Polling stations will be relocated in villages where there is only 1 Indigenous voter.
The exercise was held in preparation for the local government elections on November 28.
3 people remanded over fatal hit-and-run that killed 1 and injured 1, with another person accused of taking the blame
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A car struck a motorcycle and fled in Zhongli, Taoyuan, killing 1 person and injuring 1. Prosecutors secured court approval to detain 3 people. The suspect had allegedly instructed someone else to take the blame, but the deception was uncovered and the suspect was arrested.
Taiwan’s industry-academia partnership takes organic farming expertise to India
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A Taiwanese delegation took part in India’s BIOFACH organic trade fair, sharing its experience in sustainable agriculture and green agricultural materials. The two sides aim to promote a transition to environmentally friendly farming and build international supply chains.
NSTC uses space technology to strengthen disaster prevention; Chi Po-lin satellite achieves 0.7-meter resolution
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
At the 2026 Urban Sustainability Forum, the National Science and Technology Council emphasized using space technology and AI for land monitoring and disaster prevention, and announced Taiwan’s goal of becoming an AI island.
Facts
The Formosat-8 Chi Po-lin satellite has a native resolution of 1 meter, which can be enhanced to 0.7 meters through image processing.
The Chi Po-lin satellite has an 84% localization rate for key components.
The third-phase space program runs from 2019 to 2031
Ministry of the Interior’s National Land Management Agency: Sublease housing is legally social housing, not a case of passing off the real thing as fake
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The New Power Party questioned the government’s failure to deliver on its social housing pledges and the unclear definition. The National Land Management Agency clarified that sublease housing is legally classified as social housing.
Summer survey finds 1,737 pheasant-tailed jacanas in Tainan, with population steadily recovering
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Jacana Ecological Education Park released the results of its summer survey of pheasant-tailed jacanas in Tainan, recording 1,737 birds, an increase of 234 from last year. Guantian District is the main habitat, with water chestnut fields providing a crucial breeding environment.
Matsu civil-military cooperation in urban resilience drill, with drones deployed for reconnaissance
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
An air-defense drill was held in Lienchiang County to improve disaster-response capabilities using drones, the TAK system and satellite communications. It also included resident evacuation drills and multilingual support for foreign nationals.
Facts
The 2026 urban resilience (air defense) drill takes place in Lienchiang County
The drill integrates drone reconnaissance by the Matsu Defense Command, the military’s TAK system and the Fire Department’s communications and command vehicle
The drill simulates an aerial attack on Matsu
The Fuao Port Passenger Service Building serves as a shelter
The National Immigration Agency produces guidance cards in English and Indonesian
The Financial Supervisory Commission said it respects the Ministry of Finance’s authority over mergers of financial institutions with public-sector shareholdings. Mergers must follow corporate governance and market mechanisms, while the commission will conduct reviews in accordance with the law and protect employees’ rights.
Honduras has repaid 6% of its debt to Taiwan over 3 years; Foreign Ministry says repayments continue and there has been no default
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Since Honduras severed diplomatic ties with Taiwan, its debt to Taiwan has fallen by only about 6%. The Foreign Ministry said Honduras continues to make repayments and has not defaulted, and that the loans are unaffected by the break in ties.
President welcomes Saint Vincent’s prime minister with military honors, hopes to build a prosperous future together
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
President Lai Ching-te welcomed Saint Vincent’s Prime Minister Godwin Friday to Taiwan with military honors to celebrate the 45th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two countries, demonstrating a resolve to deepen cooperation and build shared prosperity.
Facts
This year marks the 45th anniversary of diplomatic ties between Saint Vincent and Taiwan.
The government of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines has proposed 4 key economic sectors: tourism, agriculture, the blue economy and the new economy.
The Navy’s Friendship Flotilla visited Saint Vincent in April this year.
Aurotek: Functional robots enter wafer fabs, automated subsystems drive growth
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
和椿科技 announced that its July revenue hit a record, driven by the expansion of robots into semiconductor factories and strong performance from its automation subsystems. The company is strengthening its diversified business in robotics solutions and automation equipment.
Indonesian yellow tofu dates back to the pre-refrigerator era, with turmeric added to water for preservation and flavor
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Traditional Indonesian yellow tofu originated because of turmeric’s preservative properties. Local tofu factories continue to promote sales and meet demand through local networks or government policy support.
Facts
Indonesian yellow tofu is made by boiling tofu in turmeric water, a natural preservation method dating back to the pre-refrigerator era.
Yana’s family-run factory sells yellow tofu door to door through local vegetable vendors who make deliveries by bicycle.
Indonesian President Prabowo’s free school lunch program is seen by industry players as a boost to tofu demand.
Foreign capital inflows provide support, but Taiwan dollar still weakens to close at 32.278
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
On the 11th, the New Taiwan dollar in the Taiwanese foreign exchange market was affected by safe-haven sentiment amid international geopolitical risks and rising oil prices. It rose briefly before ultimately falling to 32.278.
Facts
The Taiwan dollar closed at 32.278 against the U.S. dollar today
The Taiwan dollar fell 4.7 cents against the U.S. dollar today
Trading volume in the Taipei and Yuanta foreign exchange markets totaled US$1.945 billion
Foreign investors were net buyers of NT$22.328 billion in Taiwan stocks today
Analysts expect the Taiwan dollar to fluctuate between 32.1 and 32.5 in the near term
Foxconn Industrial Internet's first-half profit rises 96% to a record, with AI server racks providing a boost
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Foxconn Industrial Internet reported a 96% year-on-year increase in first-half profit, a record for the same period. Benefiting from AI computing demand, shipments of its cloud computing and AI server businesses grew severalfold.
Facts
Foxconn Industrial Internet's first-half cloud computing revenue grew 75.7% year on year.
Foxconn Industrial Internet's first-half shipments of GPU AI racks rose 3.2 times year on year.
Foxconn Industrial Internet's first-half shipments of ASIC AI racks rose 3 times year on year.
Legal Aid Foundation’s Hualien branch moves to new premises; more than a hundred lawyers provide assistance, with fraud cases the most common
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Legal Aid Foundation’s Hualien branch has moved to a new location inside the High Court. It handled more than 4,000 cases last year, with fraud cases accounting for the largest share. The move aims to make services more convenient and continue expanding support in rural areas.
Facts
法扶基金會’s Hualien branch marks its 22nd anniversary
There are 113 legal aid lawyers
The branch handled more than 4,000 cases last year
Hsinchu City government visits the 2026 Taitung Expo; Mayor Kao Hung-an says it will draw on the event’s slow-living exhibition experience to add highlights to the city’s vision showcase
Allegations of improper discipline at a private kindergarten in Toufen; Chung Tung-chin says the case has been referred to prosecutors for a thorough investigation to keep psychologically unstable people out of education
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
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Facts
The Miaoli County Government convened its 29th county affairs meeting of 115 today (11)
Japan’s izakaya sector hit by wave of bankruptcies! Rising costs and the disappearance of post-dinner drinking are crushing small eateries, with foreign tourists a last lifeline
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
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Facts
118 bankruptcies in the first half, a record high
Prices rise modestly by about 50 yen every six months
Japan’s domestic izakaya and robatayaki market is set to shrink to 1.1 trillion yen
The fast-food market is projected to reach 5.1 trillion yen by 2035
Nagasaki atomic bombing ceremony seating sidelines Taiwan; Japanese media report 長崎市 did not issue an invitation but allowed Taiwan to attend at its request
Engineering aesthetics elevate the city’s overall character: Taichung’s three major international landmarks and four key strategies shape a new urban landscape
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
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Facts
Has attracted nearly 1.7 million visits to date
Generated more than 65 billion yuan in business opportunities
Has attracted more than 1.76 million visits to date
Taiwan stocks surge nearly 900 points in 2 days! Experts flag “3 major warning signs”: TSMC fails to keep pace, and “this sector” could become a minefield
Ghost Gate opens on Aug. 12—don’t rush to seek a protective talisman! A folk custom expert reveals the “first step” many people get wrong; wearing it incorrectly could make it ineffective
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
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Facts
This year, the Ghost Gate opens at 11 p.m. on Aug. 12, 2026, on the Gregorian calendar
A look inside Wang Chi-lin’s home: Tsai Shang-hua enters the gold medal collection area, offering a surprising glimpse of the champion’s home life
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The TV program “下班去你家” featured the home of badminton gold medalist 王齊麟. It showcased personal touches, including the story of how he stores his Olympic gold medal and furniture that turns a dining table into a mahjong table.