What should you do if you don't want to wear a condom? Doctor debunks 5 major contraception myths and reveals the 1 most effective way to prevent pregnancy
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Physician Chang Ying-chieh explained 5 misconceptions about contraception on social media, stressing the importance of using and storing condoms correctly. Misconceptions can increase the risk of contraceptive failure and sexually transmitted infections, prompting calls for greater awareness.
Luffy wants to become the Pirate King in One Piece—but were there really pirates in Taiwan? The Taiwan Strait was even more chaotic than the manga 400 years ago
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
400 years ago, the Taiwan Strait was a strategic hub where armed merchants, pirates and foreign powers vied for influence. Zheng Zhilong and Li Dan competed for maritime supremacy as trade and military force intersected.
Which stocks weathered Taiwan's market volatility best? Ranking of 40 ETFs by recovery rate released; Ruan Mu-hua marvels that 3 topped 100%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan's stock market swung sharply in July. Financial expert Ruan Mu-hua analyzed recovery rates for 40 ETFs, finding that high-dividend funds had shallower declines and rebounded faster, while semiconductor funds fell further and recovered more slowly. Downside protection is key. Investment strategies should prioritize stop-loss and take-profit levels.
Kim Seon-ho appears in Taipei as a phone brand ambassador, boasts of his photography skills: “I even have to take a picture of bubble tea to remember it”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
South Korean actor Kim Seon-ho visited Taiwan as a mobile phone brand ambassador, attended a press conference and shared moments from his life in Taiwan, projecting an approachable image and boosting the brand's visibility.
Trump imposes drone tariffs! Taiwan gets a 15% rate without stacking; Executive Yuan says exports to the U.S. could expand
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The United States has introduced new tariffs on drones, with Taiwan receiving a preferential rate of 15%. The Executive Yuan called this an opportunity to maintain export competitiveness and expand markets.
NT$48 billion cut from the general budget, a reduction of 1.689%; Fu Kun-chi says he has “given everything”: Lai Ching-te should appreciate Han Kuo-yu's goodwill
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Legislative Yuan passed the 2026 general budget, cutting NT$48 billion. Fu Kun-chi said the opposition had shown goodwill and urged the Lai Ching-te government to respect the legislature's decisions and implement legislation on military and police affairs and people's livelihoods.
What gives Uganda the right to seize Taiwanese passports? Hsieh Chin-ho mocks the “small economy”: Taiwan's world No. 22 ranking gives it confidence
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
After Uganda seized Taiwanese citizens’ passports and demanded they enter using Chinese passports, Hsieh Chin-ho stressed Taiwan’s economic strength, ranking 22nd in the world. The Foreign Ministry has also adopted an increasingly firm stance.
Lai Jui-lung pushes for southward extension of Taiwan Route 39 to Renwu! NT$46.3 billion project aims for full opening by year 121
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Legislator Lai Jui-lung is pushing to extend Taiwan Route 39 south to Renwu and seeking NT$46.3 billion in funding, with the goal of opening the route in 2032. The project aims to ease traffic pressure in southern Taiwan's technology corridor and strengthen regional connections.
民眾黨 gets only 1 of its 3 referendums passed; Chen Chih-han says Blue and Green parties are “unreliable”: Small parties lack power and will eventually be wiped out
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
民眾黨 put forward 3 referendum proposals, but only the one on traffic fines passed. Chen Chih-han criticized the Blue and Green parties for breaking their word, saying smaller parties lack the seats to advance reforms and face threats to their survival.
Trump administration strikes again! U.S. demands EU dismantle sustainability rules and other non-tariff barriers
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The United States has urged the EU to remove nontariff barriers, including the CSDDD, CSRD and CBAM. The EU has refused to relinquish its regulatory sovereignty, and trade friction is shifting from tariffs to nontariff measures. This is an important development in international trade.
Risks lurk beneath U.S. stock rally! VIX hits lows, signaling excessive optimism; experts warn a steeper selloff may follow the calm
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
As U.S. stocks hit historic highs, the VIX and SKEW indexes have fallen, highlighting investor optimism. Experts warn of the risk of a sharp decline after this period of calm, raising concerns about an overheated market.
Companies mentioned：CBOE、FactSet、Mott Capital Management、SPI Asset Management
Inflation anxiety rises again! U.S. consumer confidence falls to 51 in August, 1-year inflation expectations climb to 4.3%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The U.S. consumer confidence index fell in August for the first time in 3 months, reigniting inflation concerns. Rising living costs and stagnant wages are adding to household anxiety, making this an important development.
Where will the 500 billion dollars come from? Jensen Huang approaches Goldman Sachs as AI backers are sought worldwide
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Nvidia is advancing a $500 billion AI infrastructure financing plan with Goldman Sachs, Blackstone, Apollo and others. CEO Jensen Huang personally approached Goldman Sachs, and a new model led by a financial alliance is drawing attention.
Fed may no longer raise rates! Global funds flow into stock and bond funds; equity funds attract inflows for 12 straight weeks
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Amid easing U.S. inflation and strong corporate earnings, expectations of Fed rate hikes have receded. As a result, funds continue to flow into global equity and bond funds. This indicates a recovery in investor confidence and is a positive signal for the broader market.
Inbound marketing firm 株式会社MILOKU launches multi-platform social media management services using TikTok, with a “fully performance-based” fee structure: pay 0 yen if there are no results
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Facts
Number of foreign visitors rises to 10 times the previous year
Social media followers surpass 50,000
Social media followers reach 40,000
Generates 20,000 social media followers
Googleマップ views up 259% year on year
Created accounts with a combined total of 100,000 followers over the past 1 year
The 29th installment of “Forbes Georgia’s 100 Richest,” discussed by Hiroshi Yamanaka of 少数株ドットコム: Irakli Burdiladze, a former bank CFO who brought financial discipline to his role as co-managing partner of ホワイト・スクエア
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Facts
Ranks 72nd
Just 3 years after launching the business in 2020
Total investment plan of $300 million
9 projects
Total construction area of more than 600,000 square meters