More than 30 new substitute military service trainees at Chenggongling contract flu; training center says it will continue monitoring after next week's assignment
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Summary not yet available
Facts
More than 30 people tested positive
Cluster infection reported among new trainees in substitute military service cohort 276
The conscripts in this cohort completed training on the 14th
Russia claims it seized 19 settlements in 2 southeastern Ukrainian regions this summer
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Russia's military says it seized 19 settlements in southeastern Ukraine over the summer, while Ukraine's military says it has recaptured 745 square kilometers of territory this year.
10 agricultural and fisheries associations from across Taiwan join forces to take root in cities, bringing local produce to the Taipei Children's Fun Festival
Vice president inspects the widening of Provincial Highway 9, hoping to improve transportation safety in Hualien and Taitung
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim inspected construction sites for the widening of Provincial Highway 9’s Huatung Scenic Highway and Yuli Bridge. She emphasized a commitment to traffic safety and improved service quality.
Ko Chih-en unveils 七 major pet policies under the theme “Peace of mind for pets, shared prosperity for Kaohsiung,” including a municipal animal hospital and plans to increase the number of cooling parks for pets to 30 in 4 years
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Kuomintang Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Ko Chih-en proposes 七 pet policies covering medical care, sterilization, park construction and stray animal management, aiming to create a city where people and pets thrive together and improve the well-being of residents and animals.
Tomorrow's weather: New typhoon may affect Taiwan! Heavy rain expected across Taiwan for 7 consecutive days, with downpours intensifying from this day; a look at next week's forecast
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan faces the threat of heavy rain for 7 consecutive days. With southwest winds and a subsequent low-pressure zone in the forecast, the Central Weather Administration and WeatherRisk urged the public to watch for short-duration intense rainfall and closely monitor possible tropical disturbances over the South China Sea and waters east of the Philippines.
Five major trade unions and the Do Good Through Work group lead the establishment of a support group; Chen Ting-fei: I will be everyone's “labor mayor”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Democratic Progressive Party Tainan mayoral candidate Chen Ting-fei establishes a labor support group, saying she will serve as a labor mayor, advance professional labor policies and create a communications platform to address grassroots needs.
Southern Taiwan fundraising dinner rallies support! 四 parties form a third-force alliance and present flags to 四 candidates running in local elections
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Taiwan Statebuilding Party and 4 other parties formed the Taiwan Forward Front and held a joint fundraising banquet for southern Kaohsiung and Pingtung in Kaohsiung. They will jointly contest local elections as a third force rooted in Taiwan and strengthen democratic oversight.
Hukou residents rally behind Hsu Hsin-ying, showing her front-runner strength as she champions the Hukou Second Interchange and school walkways
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Kuomintang Hsinchu County mayoral candidate Hsu Hsin-ying displays her front-runner appeal in Hukou, promoting local development and Kuomintang candidates. She also puts forward a dual-AI vision and seeks to strengthen education, transportation and long-term care policies, demonstrating strong local support.
Turning 16 and coming of age! Taoyuan's Daxi Fude Temple coming-of-age ceremony draws 300 students; Su Chun-pin reveals the temple's pioneering history
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taoyuan Jingfu Temple held its 2026 coming-of-age ceremony, with 300 local students taking part in the “untie the protective cord” ritual. Deputy Mayor Su Jun-bin attended and highlighted the temple’s history in shaping Taoyuan’s name. The event deepened young people’s cultural identity and sense of social responsibility.
Education minister and deputy transportation minister appear alongside Zheng Chaofang; Huang Yu-wen criticizes them: “Don’t focus only on politics and forget the children of Zhubei”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Huang Yuwen, a candidate for Zhubei City representative, called for concrete measures to address the shortage of educational resources during a visit by the education minister and others. Action beyond political posturing is needed.
Lu Shiow-yen visits Xiluo to pay her respects and sample local food, praising Chang Chia-chun’s policy proposals for making Yunlin more progressive
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen visited Xiluo in Yunlin County and spoke with county commissioner candidate Chang Chia-chun about local governance. Both emphasized the importance of regional cooperation for central Taiwan’s development and said Chang’s policy proposals could help Yunlin progress.
International Ceramic Biennale “When People Meet the Earth” opens, bringing together artists from 21 countries at the Yingge Ceramics Museum
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The 2026 Taiwan International Ceramics Biennale opened in Yingge, New Taipei City. It features 85 works by 59 artists from 21 countries and serves as an international venue for cultural exchange on the relationship between people and the earth.
After Work, Around the World | White House secret memo forces Claude offline! Is China’s open-source AI push prompting a major US policy reversal? Cheng Shih-chia reveals tech history’s biggest prisoner’s dilemma
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The United States has effectively eliminated safety reviews for AI models in a move to counter China’s open-source AI strategy. iKala Chairman Cheng Shih-chia called it “the greatest prisoner’s dilemma in the history of technology.”
Companies mentioned：iKala、Anthropic、Google、OpenAI、Meta、NVIDIA、Moonshot AI
China Airlines announced that it will introduce a new mileage redemption system on September 16, 2026, adopting a three-tier dynamic structure and revising ticket change and refund rules, affecting members’ redemption strategies and costs.
Euthanasia referendum fails to win support from the KMT; Ko Wen-je: Blue-White cooperation is partnership, not a merger, and each party remains autonomous
The “little metal buttons” on jeans pockets aren’t decorative! Experts reveal their real purpose—and why their practical function still matters
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The surprising practical history and uses of the small metal buttons and tiny pockets on jeans have come to light, along with their industrial origins and evolution into fashion.
Japan marks the 81st anniversary of the end of World War II: 98-year-old relative pays tribute to brother killed in service, hopes memories of war will never be forgotten
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Japan marked the 81st anniversary of the end of World War II, as 98-year-old Takahashi Kazuhiko mourned his brother, who died in the war, and urged people not to let its memories fade. Passing on memories of the war has become an important challenge as the postwar generations grow in number.
Unwanted raincoats, umbrellas and rain boots: should they go in the trash or recycling? Environmental bureau explains how to dispose of them properly; incorrect disposal could lead to a fine of NT$1,200
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan’s environmental authorities announced how to properly sort broken rain gear. Umbrella frames and lightweight raincoats can be recycled depending on the materials, while composite materials go in general waste. Violations can draw fines of up to 6000 yuan.
Where did the “DPP 1 million” in the Tzu Chi fraud case go? Yin Nai-ching jeers: “The justice system leaves no stone unturned when investigating opposition parties”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
In the Tzu Chi BNT vaccine procurement case, a handwritten note by a lawyer involved in the case included the words “DPP 1 million.” Prosecutors did not accept the lawyer’s explanation, and the money’s destination remains unclear. Media commentator Yin Nai-ching criticized the justice system for aggressively investigating opposition parties while overlooking the payment, stirring political controversy.
High-speed rail fares are set to rise! “After 20 years of frozen fares, timing of adjustment revealed”; three key measures at a glance as chairman gives latest update
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The first N700ST next-generation train for Taiwan High Speed Rail has arrived in Taiwan. Chairman Shih Che announced that the first fare review in 20 years will begin in July 2027, alongside service upgrades and efforts to ensure financial sustainability.
New high-speed rail trains have finally arrived in Taiwan! When can passengers ride the N700ST? Twelve upgrades at a glance
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
台灣高鐵公司 has officially introduced the next-generation N700ST trains, which are expected to enter service in July 2027. They feature extensive upgrades to charging facilities, luggage space and family-friendly amenities, among other areas, to increase capacity and improve rail safety.
No more worrying about losing your phone signal! Japan’s Docomo teams up with Starlink to enable “direct satellite” calls and internet access by 2028
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
NTT Docomo and Starlink Japan have partnered to provide satellite communications directly to smartphones by 2028. The service will enable voice calls and high-speed internet.
Apple is tailoring an AI model for the Chinese market! Teaming up with 阿里巴巴 to work around regulations, it plans a major upgrade to this iPhone feature
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
To comply with Chinese regulations, Apple is working with 阿里巴巴 to develop a dedicated large language model, aiming to bring Apple Intelligence to China and strengthen its competitiveness in AI.
From the Muzha theater stage to the world stage in Germany: Arts Unlimited’s pre-departure performance brings together Peking opera, acrobatics and erhu, as Taiwanese youth use art to cross borders
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Young Taiwanese performers are taking part in cultural exchanges in Germany through Peking opera, erhu and folk performing arts. They will hold a pre-departure performance in Taipei on Aug. 20. Traditional performing arts can serve as a common language across borders.
Companies mentioned：Knoten der Kultur、凌華教育基金會、致茂文教基金會、國立臺灣戲曲學院
The low birthrate shouldn’t leave parents to struggle alone: Chiang Wan-an honors 42 family-friendly companies, so parents don’t have to trade work and their lives for the chance to raise their children
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taipei City honored 42 outstanding companies that support child-rearing. Mayor Chiang Wan-an emphasized the importance of workplace environments that help employees balance childcare and work. The issue is drawing attention as a measure to address the declining birthrate.
Taipei’s two major parks turn into seas of globe amaranth flowers for Qixi, showing love in all its forms through the cityscape: some hold hands as they admire the blooms, while others stand alone beside their memories
More than a box of pears for Mid-Autumn Festival: Shuanglian Pear has kept a rural school going for 10 years, with corporate purchases helping children in Zhuolan stay
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The social enterprise 双連梨 in Zhuolan, Miaoli, has supported the survival of rural elementary schools for 10 years through pear sales. Student numbers have recovered, and the initiative is also encouraging companies to adopt ESG practices.
Free release of an AI-powered corporate function map to diagnose weaknesses in small and medium-sized businesses: a quick management reference organizing corporate functions into 50 categories to prevent overreliance on outsourcing
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
Corporate functions organized into 50 categories
Supported more than 200 small and medium-sized businesses
Initial diagnosis in 10–15 minutes using generative AI
たくなるLIVE vol.1, the first event for テレQ’s popular information variety show たくなる, confirmed for Nishitetsu Hall! Ticket sales start today, Saturday, Aug. 15, at 8 p.m.!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
To be held on Sept. 12, 2026, at Nishitetsu Hall in Tenjin, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka City
—A sake innovation project born from Minatogawa Tunnel, a modern industrial heritage site that protected people and the port— Aged sake “隧 ZUI SAKE 2020 子 Aged 6 years old,” junmai ginjo sake, released from the brewery after 6 years
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
3,000 bottles of sake stored every year in Minatogawa Tunnel
ヨイトキ（Yoitoki） officially launches in Taiwan | Supporting serious international relationships among Taiwanese people working and long-term residents in Japan
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
Japanese, Chinese, English, Korean, Vietnamese
Companies mentioned：OLA PARTY JAPAN株式会社、ヨイトキ（Yoitoki）
Drone budget approved; Huang Chih-fang: A signal that Taiwan’s drone industry is taking off! TAITRA to play a key role
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The Legislative Yuan passed a drone-related budget of about NT$63.4 billion. TAITRA Chairman Huang Chih-fang sees it as an opportunity for the industry to take off and says the organization will actively help Taiwanese manufacturers expand into international markets.
Bill Gates’ daughter’s startup faces telecom fraud allegations! She touted her entrepreneurial success, but could now face 20 years in prison?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
An e-commerce startup founded by Phoebe Gates, daughter of a Microsoft co-founder, is under suspicion of improperly obtaining affiliate commissions, raising the possibility of federal wire fraud charges. The case carries a potential maximum prison sentence of 20 years and has sent shock waves through the startup world.
Hot stock: Foreign investors buy for 7 straight sessions, cheering on Lightron; volume and price rise, with a weekly gain of 26.98%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Optical communications component maker 光環 (3234-TW) reported a 96.94% year-on-year rise in July revenue, driven by expanding CW Laser revenue and growing CPO demand. Seven consecutive days of foreign investor buying lifted its share price 26.98% for the week, drawing attention to it as an AI infrastructure-related stock.
Hot stock: Etron posts strong July revenue and profits, surges 28% in a week to a 26-year high
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Etron Technology set new records for both July revenue and profits, with monthly revenue of NT$2.125 billion and profits of NT$760 million. The results drove a 27.88% weekly share-price surge to a 26-year high, and the company announced a treasury stock program to reward employees. The figures point to a strong recovery in the memory market and carry significance for the semiconductor industry.
Hsieh Ming-kai: Grandsys expects growth in the second half; Kinpo and Shengxin Materials expected to list on the Emerging Stock Board in October
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The Kenmec Group marked its 50th anniversary, and its subsidiaries 金運科技 and 盛新材料 are scheduled to list on the Emerging Stock Board in October. Growth in semiconductors and AI data center-related businesses is expected.
Grandsys expands into AI, semiconductors and robotics, with the team leading the way into another 50 years
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The Grandsys Group marked its 50th anniversary, announcing a broad push into next-generation industries including AI, semiconductors and robotics. It has also completed its generational succession and is looking ahead to becoming a century-old company.
Section 232 drone tariffs take effect in September! Ministry of Economic Affairs pledges to strengthen US-standard testing and certification support as 15% tariffs open up “diverted orders” opportunities
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The United States will impose Section 232 tariffs on unmanned aircraft starting Sept. 3. Taiwan qualifies for a preferential tariff rate of 15%, and the Ministry of Economic Affairs is strengthening export competitiveness through certification support.
Is Anthropic’s biggest-ever IPO coming? It plans to acquire Decart for $6 billion, with a valuation targeting $2 trillion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
AI startup Anthropic is in talks to acquire Israeli company Decart for $6 billion. The move is intended to improve computing efficiency ahead of an IPO, with the company targeting a valuation of more than $2 trillion.
Companies mentioned：Anthropic、Decart、Amazon、Google、Broadcom、SpaceX、NVIDIA、Sequoia Capital
Buffett makes a move? Berkshire Hathaway snaps up Alphabet in Q2, boosting its stake 80% to become its third-largest holding
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Investment giant Berkshire Hathaway increased its Alphabet holdings by about 80% in the second quarter, making the stock its third-largest holding, with a market value of $36 billion. Buffett’s strategic judgment may be behind the move.
Companies mentioned：Alphabet、Apple、American Express、Bank of America、Delta Air Lines、Macy's、The New York Times、Lennar、Kroger、First Capital Financial、Nucor、Ally Financial