【榮成】Announces details of the company’s first extraordinary shareholders’ meeting of 115
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
榮成 announced that it will hold an extraordinary shareholders’ meeting on October 1, 115. The main agenda is its transformation into an investment holding company and the spinoff of its Taiwan paper and cardboard businesses.
【榮成】Subsidiary 榮成低碳紙箱股份有限公司 announces board resolution to take over the Taiwan paper and cardboard businesses
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
榮成紙業 announced that it will spin off and transfer its Taiwan paper and cardboard businesses to its subsidiary 榮成低碳紙箱, transforming into a holding company structure to improve operating efficiency.
Cabinet: Supplementary budget to include national defense and social welfare allowances; explanation to follow passage of the general budget at final reading
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Facts
Original立法院審查
Special Act on Procurement for National Security and Strengthening Asymmetric Warfare Capabilities
Special Act on Procurement of Indigenous Defense Unmanned Vehicles
Elderly Farmers’ Allowance, National Pension, and 6 major social welfare allowances
美軍 to withdraw from Iraq by the end of September，ending more than 20 years of military presence
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Summary not yet available
Facts
September 30 is the “firm and final date for the Global Coalition to Defeat 伊斯蘭國 （Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS） to end its military mission in Iraq and complete the withdrawal of 美軍”
At the height of counterinsurgency operations in 2007，the number of 美軍 troops stationed in Iraq rose to more than 170,000
The United States retained about 2500 troops in Iraq
Companies mentioned：美軍、伊斯蘭國、Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS、庫德族戰士、伊拉克庫德斯坦自治區安全部隊、美軍中央司令部、伊拉克政府
What is the real gap between the blue and green camps in Kaohsiung? Lai Ching-te exposes fake polls; doctor criticizes him for relying on the Chinese Communist Party: Lai Jui-lung is the weakest ever
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Ahead of the 2026 Kaohsiung mayoral election, DPP leader Lai Ching-te alleged that fake polls were being conducted through Chinese interference, and physician Shen Cheng-nan pushed back. The dispute over the election outlook and information manipulation is intensifying.
Mosquitoes keep appearing at home? An entomology professor shares 1 way to eliminate them completely, killing them all before they even fly indoors
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A SABA mosquito trap sold at 好市多 has sparked a buying frenzy for its effective mosquito protection. Combined with expert advice and DIY methods, it offers a chemical-free solution for getting rid of mosquitoes at home.
Han Kuang Exercises》Aviation Special Forces conduct small-unit “air infiltration behind enemy lines”; Hai Lung frogmen carry out special reconnaissance on outlying islands
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
During Taiwan's Han Kuang No. 42 exercises, the Aviation Special Forces and amphibious reconnaissance units carried out air and underwater infiltration missions behind enemy lines. They demonstrated special reconnaissance and fire-direction capabilities, highlighting readiness and coordination.
2 toothpaste varieties from PX Mart that shoppers immediately repurchase after using up! Fans praise their “strong cleaning power and sensitivity relief without soreness”; doctors and pharmacists also endorse them as must-buys
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Bailida and Parodontax toothpastes sold at PX Mart have drawn online attention for helping with chin acne and gum problems. Healthcare workers have also recommended them, fueling word-of-mouth and repeat purchases.
Hsing-yu Chen divorces Chien-ming Chao! The past “American dentist exam” incident, when Fan Chi-fei closely pursued her, revisited in full
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Hsing-yu Chen left a negative review for Chien-ming Chao’s clinic and confirmed their divorce, drawing attention. The incident revived memories of 2009, when reporter Fan Chi-fei pursued her as she took a dental exam in the United States. Fan admitted her interview methods were inappropriate at the time, but said they later built trust and completed an exclusive interview.
Not Zojirushi or Tai Ho Workshop! Savvy shoppers are snapping up 1 brand of water bottle, praising its “convenience, ease of use and quality design”: try it once and wish you’d bought it sooner
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Owala's FreeSip water bottles were restocked at HOLA and sold out the same day. The website also crashed, drawing strong attention, particularly among younger consumers.
Tech giants issue debt at a frantic pace as CDS spreads surge! Investors fear an AI bubble, but it may all be a misunderstanding
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Tech giants accelerating AI investment, including Amazon, Alphabet, Meta and Oracle, have issued large volumes of corporate bonds. CDS spreads have widened as a result, but this is likely simply due to increased hedging demand. The question is whether the market is overreacting.
Companies mentioned：Amazon、Alphabet、Meta、Oracle、Nvidia、Apple、Microsoft、S&P Global Ratings、DTCC、LSEG、高盛、フランス興業銀行、Reuters
Did Han Kuo-yu’s angry outburst work? Fu Kun-chi signs the negotiation agreement; earliest possible date for the general budget’s third reading revealed
Han Kuo-yu clashes angrily with Fu Kun-chi during cross-party talks; Cho Jung-tai appeals: “I hope we can make further efforts together with President Han”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu and Fu Kun-chi clashed fiercely during cross-party negotiations. Premier Cho Jung-tai called for respect for constitutional boundaries, stressing that budget review concerns the national interest and expressing hope of working with Han to advance policy.
Hsing-yu Chen divorces Chien-ming Chao! Her past “shocking outburst” resurfaces: “Who in the DPP hasn’t taken money from my father?”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Hsing-yu Chen, daughter of former President Chen Shui-bian, confirmed her divorce from Chien-ming Chao, ending a nearly 25-year marriage. Her past angry remarks against the Democratic Progressive Party have resurfaced, highlighting the long-standing media pressure faced by members of political families.
Major breakthrough in rare disease treatment! MacKay Children’s Hospital team confirms mucopolysaccharidosis can be diagnosed as early as 0.2 years through screening
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
After 10 years of research, a MacKay Children’s Hospital team successfully lowered the age of mucopolysaccharidosis diagnosis from 4.3 years to 0.2 years. Newborn screening and precise diagnosis made early treatment possible, and the findings were published in an international journal.
Today’s (08/13) top stories! Air-raid drills take place in 7 northern counties and cities today / Motorcycle subsidies in 1 county or city at a glance / Hsing-yu Chen reportedly divorces and “angrily reveals ex-husband’s dirt”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Air-raid drills are being held today in 7 counties and cities in northern Taiwan, with a 30-minute restriction on people and vehicles and the first test of reduced mobile network speeds. Hualien County is offering motorcycle training subsidies of up to 2600 yuan. Hsing-yu Chen confirmed her divorce in a comment on her ex-husband’s clinic and accused him of family-related problems, drawing public attention.
Intraday update》Taiwan stocks surge 468 points! 37 stocks hit limit-up, while “this sector” plunges
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan's stock market surged, with the benchmark index rising 468 points. Electronic components and semiconductor-related stocks posted sharp gains, while financial stocks were mixed.
Which investments are most resilient during Taiwan’s market swings? Recovery rates for 40 ETFs put under the microscope; Ruan Mu-hua reveals the strongest dark horse, which fell far less than 0050
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
After Taiwan's stock market fell, financial expert Ruan Muhua analyzed how much ground 40 ETFs had recovered. 00918 led with a recovery rate of 147.7%, highlighting the effectiveness of low-volatility strategies.
Taiwanese people think these English names sound lovely, but in the US they feel “very dated”! 10 names that reveal your age as soon as you say them
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
English names commonly used by Taiwanese people, such as Linda, Cindy and Jennifer, are considered dated in the United States. Because most people choose their names in childhood and do not change them, naming trends have remained stuck in the previous generation.
Is the 130,000-unit social housing target unchanged? Civic groups dissect Liu Shih-fang’s talking points: The interior minister’s information campaign has a “fatal weakness”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Interior Minister Liu Shih-fang maintained that the target of 130,000 social housing units remains unchanged, while the civic group OURs pointed to discrepancies with the Executive Yuan's plan and criticized the government for waging an “information war.” The transparency of the policy is under scrutiny.
The most livable place in Kaohsiung isn’t Sanmin or Lingya! Savvy locals recommend 1 area for its “well-developed amenities and transport, and good school districts”: a top choice for long-term living
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
As PTT users discussed where to live in Kaohsiung, they recommended Aozidi as the “most livable area,” citing its amenities, transport links, school districts and environment.
Thought you bought SpaceX shares, but it turned out to be nothing! Unpacking the “SPV” financial trap and how investors can protect themselves
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
It emerged that investors in SpaceX pre-IPO deals through SPVs did not actually own shares and had sold their holdings before the listing. The SEC and FBI have launched investigations, and the lack of transparency has come under scrutiny.
A hidden code in Left Bank Cafe!? Get this flavor to crack it: the “Romantic Secret Message Cup” arrives in a rich new version
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Left Bank Cafe has released a limited-edition “Romantic Secret Message Cup.” Using mantel-flavored coffee and a special filter cap to make emotional messages visible, it offers a moment of respite.
Hsing-yu Chen gives ex-husband’s clinic a 1-star review, accusing it of rampant relationships between men and women! Chien-ming Chao hits back: “What she wrote is completely untrue”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Chen Hsing-yu, daughter of former President Chen Shui-bian, posted a 1-star review of the clinic run by her ex-husband, Chao Chien-ming, accusing him of medical malpractice and workplace relationships between men and women. Chao denied the allegations as “groundless,” sparking widespread online discussion.
A powerful earthquake in Kumamoto Prefecture has dealt a severe blow to Kyushu's tourism industry, triggering a wave of cancellations and economic losses. Tourist numbers have plunged, while damage to transport networks is delaying recovery.
Farmers' associations across Taiwan have become “hidden gem supermarkets” trending on social media, drawing crowds of consumers looking for local specialties. Their shopping experience has earned comparisons to Olive Young, and a buying frenzy is spreading, especially among young people.
Musk makes a major bet on solar power! Tesla’s “Project Crystal Sun” plan revealed: Texas site and partnership with SpaceX?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Tesla is considering building a $10.1 billion solar cell factory, Project Crystal Sun, in Texas. The project is expected to create more than 9700 jobs, with commercial operations targeted to begin in 2029. It would be an important step toward rebuilding the U.S. solar industry.
Wall Street Journal: “Insiders” leak official secrets for personal gain, exposing risks in China’s anti-corruption campaign
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
During an anti-corruption investigation in China, confidential information was leaked from within and is being traded on social media. This undermines the investigation and distorts the market, raising questions about the Xi Jinping government's ability to maintain control.
Ancient Chinese civil service exam candidates spent days at a time taking tests. How did they eat, sleep and use the toilet? A look inside the exam cells
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Summary not yet available
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At its peak, Jiangnan Examination Hall had as many as 20644 exam cells
The exam cells at Guangdong Examination Hall were about 6 chi tall
Zhao Liying and Dilraba Dilmurat both lose out! The top 10 actresses in Chinese dramas with the strongest “heiress” aura: She takes the crown, with unmatched elegance that no one has been able to replicate in 20 years
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
中国大陆媒体 selected the top 10 actresses with the strongest heiress-like aura. Liu Yifei took the top spot for her iconic role as Bai Xiuzhu more than 20 years ago, while Zhao Liying and Dilraba Dilmurat ranked third and second, respectively. The article analyzed each actress’s signature roles and heiress-like appeal.
Did Lai Ching-te rehearse an escape in the middle of the night? Three Han Kuang deception routes revealed as report exposes the “real purpose” of the Wan Jun Plan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
At the 2026 Han Kuang No. 42 exercises, a drill under the Wanjun Plan, which President Lai Ching-te joined for the first time, drew attention. False claims on social media described it as “escape training,” but MyGoPen investigated and concluded they were untrue.
Are U.S. Treasuries “never going back”? 10-year yield hits post-financial-crisis high, experts warn 5% is no longer a ceiling
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The yield on 10-year U.S. Treasury bonds reached 4.683%, its highest level since 2007, as investors reassessed risk amid concerns over the fiscal deficit and inflation. Experts warn that 5% could become the new floor.
Companies mentioned：AmeriVet Securities、Aviva Investors、Hirtle & Co.、Natixis North America