Does holding a “Taiwan Compatriot Permit” mean you are treated as “Chinese”? Is Taiwan household registration no protection? Scholars clarify: A travel document alone does not confer citizenship
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
China announced new entry and exit management rules, prompting concerns among Taiwan residents about the status associated with the Taiwan Compatriot Permit. Scholars clarified that holding the permit does not make someone a Chinese citizen; it is only a travel document。
Shen Po-yang's Sports Station proposal mocked by the KMT; Yin Wei says Chiang Wan-an is thinking about one thing: He's the one in charge
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Democratic Progressive Party candidate Shen Po-yang proposed Sports Stations, drawing mockery from the KMT. Chiang Wan-an said he was willing to consider the idea, while Yin Wei stressed the need to assess its feasibility. The move highlights the gap between campaign policies and practical governance。
Google puts Gemini on your wrist! Pixel Watch 5 adds an AI health coach to track “trends” in blood pressure and insulin resistance
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Google unveiled the Pixel Watch 5, equipped with Gemini AI and health-coaching features. Trend analysis of blood pressure and insulin resistance enables proactive health management. It goes on sale Aug. 20.
Facing rising memory costs, Google’s Peng Yu-chun reveals the Pixel solution: Taiwan team closely linked with 台積電's supply chain
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Google unveiled the Pixel 11 series, emphasizing full-stack optimization to counter soaring memory prices. Collaboration between its Taiwan team and 台積電 will be key.
Google launches 4 Pixel 11 phones at once! Starting at 29,990 yuan, all equipped with Tensor G6, Gemini AI becomes a “proactive assistant”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Google unveiled 4 models in the Pixel 11 series in Taiwan. Integration of the Tensor G6 chip and Gemini AI will reduce the need for user input and provide more proactive assistance. The devices go on sale Aug. 20.
Is summer or winter break really the best time for circumcision? Wu Zhean reveals recovery-period advantages; seek immediate medical care if the foreskin gets stuck and swells painfully
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Wu Zhean, director of 安昱診所, cautioned that while summer and winter breaks may be convenient for scheduling recovery from circumcision, they do not lead to better surgical results, and not everyone with an elongated foreskin needs surgery. Seek immediate medical care for paraphimosis.
Top fried-food spots from across Taiwan gather! 2026 Kaohsiung Salted Crispy Chicken Carnival opens 10/24, rallying 50 brands to vie for the “Golden Sand champion” title
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Kaohsiung City Government's Tourism Bureau will hold the Kaohsiung Salted Crispy Chicken Carnival from Oct. 24, 2026. A total of 50 brands from across Taiwan will compete with creative fried foods themed around salted egg yolk, aiming to boost tourism and spending.
H₂O Hotel gets creative for Mid-Autumn Festival! “Mercury Wanderings” mooncake gift box transforms into a moon lamp; open the lid to light up cherished memories
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
H₂O Hotel has launched its “Mercury Moon Voyage” mooncake gift box for the Mid-Autumn Festival. The sustainable gift box transforms into a moon lamp, blending tradition and innovation to enhance its appeal as a gift.
From reducing plastic at hotels to cheering at ballparks, Kaohsiung cuts 71.74 million amenity items and more than 8,200 tons of carbon emissions annually
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Kaohsiung City Government Environmental Protection Bureau is extending its plastic-reduction efforts from hotels to tourism and baseball events, partnering with 台鋼雄鷹 to promote three eco-friendly essentials and reusable cups. The initiative cuts 71.74 million amenity items and 8,262 tons of carbon emissions annually, strengthening the city’s sustainability.
The ocean knows no borders! Ocean Affairs Council and National Kaohsiung Normal University deepen Taiwan-Korea maritime exchanges and foster young people’s capacity for sustainable action
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Ocean Affairs Council and 国立高雄師範大学 held the Taiwan-Korea Ocean Education Twin Cities Forum. The event promotes international cooperation on blue carbon and ocean conservation and fosters young people's capacity for sustainable action.
Nearly 100 Kaohsiung residents become “street checkup inspectors,” walking the streets to identify problems and create a more walkable city
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Kaohsiung City Government Transportation Bureau partnered with the library and other organizations to hold a street-walk event. Nearly 100 residents served as “street checkup inspectors,” making on-site observations and proposing improvements to promote people-centered transportation and improve the city’s walking environment.
Taiwan Sugar salad oil cleared to return to shelves! Passes 32 inspections; existing orders to receive priority supply
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taisugar's cooking oil has been cleared for sale again after 32 inspections. The company is strengthening its food safety efforts and will transition to producing its own cooking oil. Restoring consumer confidence is key.
Ko Chih-en calls for “striking out Lai Jui-lung”! Softball national team player Su Chih-jung fires back: You can’t strike someone out just by saying so
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Kuomintang Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Ko Chih-en used “strikeout” as a metaphor for the election campaign, drawing a rebuttal from softball national team player Su Chih-jung, who said slogans do not help city governance and stressed that fiscal and policy achievements are what matter. The remarks highlight the contrast between campaign slogans and substantive governance, offering a caution to Kaohsiung voters.
Tariff refunds arrive at lightning speed! More than 40 S&P 500 companies file claims for $9.6 billion; Apple set to receive nearly $2.2 billion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Major U.S. companies are rapidly receiving refunds for tariffs previously ruled illegal by the Supreme Court. Apple has received nearly $2.2 billion, providing a boost to its earnings. The refunds show how changes in trade policy can have an immediate impact on corporate finances.
Companies mentioned：Apple、Nike、FedEx、Amazon、General Motors、Fortive、Zebra Technologies、Caterpillar、Deere、Lockheed Martin、Stanley Black & Decker、Costco、IDEX、Ford Motor
Attracting international talent! More than 1,000 financial employment Gold Cards issued; Hong Kong and the United States are the largest sources
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The Financial Supervisory Commission said the cumulative number of employment Gold Cards issued for the financial sector had reached 1,005. Hong Kong and the United States are major sources of talent, as efforts to attract professionals for the development of an Asian asset management hub continue.
Philadelphia Semiconductor Index surges into bull market, but analysts warn: A massive AI order backlog does not equal revenue already in hand
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. semiconductor stocks surged, pushing the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index to just short of a technical bull market. Analysts, however, warned that AI-related order backlogs do not equate to actual revenue.
FSC inspects accounting firms; 6 anti-money laundering violations draw NT$650,000 in fines this year
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The Financial Supervisory Commission has stepped up oversight in response to the APG evaluation, fining 6 accounting firms a total of NT$650,000 this year. The main reasons were failures to properly conduct customer due diligence and report suspicious transactions, highlighting anti-money laundering gaps in nonfinancial industries.
高盛 Vice Chairman Kaplan said the Fed made the right decision to hold rates steady in July and warned that the fiscal deficit and AI development will make the inflation environment more complex, meaning policy should remain flexible.
Tai Shan seeks to acquire a stake in JKO Pay; JKO Financial Technology hits back: Auction process is still a long way off
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Taiwanese food manufacturer 泰山 announced that it would participate in the bidding for shares in Jkopay. 街口金融科技 countered that the process was still a long way off and raised suspicions of stock-price manipulation.
Could the Fed be done raising rates this year? Oil prices plunge, rate-hike bets fade, and U.S. Treasuries rally across the board
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Falling oil prices and slowing U.S. inflation and employment data have dampened expectations of a Fed rate hike this year. U.S. Treasury yields fell across the board, and the probability of a September rate hike dropped below 40%. The developments are significant for financial markets and investment strategies.
A 900 million-share unlock can’t crush SpaceX! Stock soars 35% in 5 days; has the market underestimated Musk’s appeal?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
SpaceX shares rose 35% in 5 days after the first lockup expiration. Strong earnings and expectations for a Starship test flight provided support, triggering a short squeeze. Elon Musk's strategic leadership has been reassessed.
Fed hawks and doves clash! Barkin says to wait, while Hammack pushes for a rate hike
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Policymakers at the U.S. Federal Reserve are divided over how to address inflation. While Thomas Barkin questioned the need for further rate hikes, Beth Hammack called for an immediate increase. Uncertainty over future monetary policy is growing.
Night Doctor, which provides nighttime emergency house calls, launches a new service, “Comprehensive Health Checkup at Home,” with no travel or waiting time. Doctors and nurses visit and perform ultrasounds and electrocardiograms.
A new adventure begins! A super action entertainment spectacle that will shake the galaxy! “Supergirl” begins its lightning-fast premium streaming release today, Friday, Aug. 14!!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Box office revenue in Japan totaled 187.52 million yen in its first 3 days
Admissions surpassed 110,000
Only 3 days remain
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What if you created your ideal company at 株式会社ドラえもん? Seiichi Sakakibara, a guest on “Reiwa no Tora,” seriously came up with an organizational chart in a video that has gone hugely viral on TikTok, surpassing 430,000 views! Gian as CEO and Dekisugi as COO!?