# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-16 00:00–03:00 JST

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 20 items from 5 sources; Japan, 3 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Taiwanese people fear ghosts, while Mexicans party with the dead? The death culture behind Coco is completely different from what we imagine

- Published: 2026-08-16T02:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156453
- anchor: #n2004105
- Companies mentioned: 皮克斯动画工作室

An analysis of the differences between Taiwanese and Mexican death cultures, using Coco to explore the similarities and differences between the Ghost Festival and the Day of the Dead. Taiwan’s Ghost Festival emphasizes the boundary between the living and the dead, while Mexico’s Day of the Dead emphasizes that the dead remain part of the family.

## Delicious in Dungeon tells us that what you eat determines who you are: the history of migration behind Taiwanese beef noodle soup, banquet-style dining and stinky tofu

- Published: 2026-08-16T01:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156404
- anchor: #n2004106

Through its monster-cooking premise, Delicious in Dungeon explores the theme that “what you eat determines who you are,” extending the idea to Taiwanese food culture and examining the history of migration and cultural integration behind iconic foods such as beef noodle soup, banquet-style dining and stinky tofu.

## The Double and Twilight Blossoms aren’t No. 1! Tian Xiwei’s Top 10 Chinese dramas: the top-rated show surpasses New Life Begins, and fans are sure to be won over

- Published: 2026-08-16T01:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11155744
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3739396-en.html
- anchor: #n1999420

The 10 Chinese dramas starring Tian Xiwei ranked according to Douban ratings as of August 2026. Low IQ Crime ranked No. 1 with a score of 8.2, surpassing her previous hit New Life Begins.

## 參拜靖國神社高市早苗「錢到人不到」 邱毅揭5大考量：她做出折衷選擇

- Published: 2026-08-16T00:51:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156810
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3739390-en.html
- anchor: #n1999421

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi did not visit Yasukuni Shrine on the 81st anniversary of the end of the war, instead making a ritual offering. Analysts say she sought to balance diplomatic considerations with domestic support.

## 文化部被刪10億元預算 李遠歸因：國民黨討厭整個台灣文化

- Published: 2026-08-16T00:21:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156812
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3739384-en.html
- anchor: #n1999422
- Companies mentioned: 公視、TaiwanPlus、文化内容策進院

The Legislative Yuan cut about 1 billion yen from the Ministry of Culture's 2026 budget, eliminating all promotional spending. Culture Minister Lee Yuan criticized the move as “cultural erasure” and warned it would undermine Taiwan's cultural influence.

## Magnitude 5.2 earthquake off eastern Taiwan! A magnitude 7.0 quake previously struck near the epicenter; Central Weather Administration urges vigilance for aftershocks over the next 3 days

- Published: 2026-08-16T00:15:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156818
- anchor: #n1999423
- Companies mentioned: 中央氣象署、中時新聞網

A magnitude 5.2 earthquake struck off eastern Taiwan, and the Central Weather Administration urged people to be alert for aftershocks over the next 3 days. A magnitude M7.0 earthquake also struck the same area last year, and the latest quake is considered part of the area's background seismic activity.

## Sanmin Sports Center expands fitness equipment; free trial extended through September 15

- Published: 2026-08-16T00:05:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156820
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3739393-en.html
- anchor: #n1999424

Kaohsiung’s Sanmin Sports Center increased its treadmills to 15 during its trial operation and extended its free trial through September 15. It also improved water quality management and service facilities in response to residents’ needs.

## Li Sichuan attends Luzhou Changhua Hometown Association event; his proposals for the Lusha Bridge and Luzhou Hospital win local praise

- Published: 2026-08-15T23:44:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156814
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3739346-en.html
- anchor: #n1999297

New Taipei mayoral candidate Lee Sichuan attended an event hosted by the Changhua Hometown Association in Luzhou District and pledged to build the Lusha Bridge and Luzhou Hospital. He received strong local support.

## “Sea horizon” views go viral! Mayor Hou opens the Tamsui Golden Waterfront seawall bike path and touts its endless ocean views

- Published: 2026-08-15T23:33:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156813
- anchor: #n1999298

New Taipei Mayor Hou You-yi announced the opening of a bike path atop the Tamsui Golden Waterfront seawall, stretching 1.1 km and offering spectacular ocean views. The project is a key development for northern Taiwan’s waterfront communities, with a total investment of 585 million yuan.

## Sexually transmitted infections on the rise among young people; Taichung City promotes diverse prevention measures for Qixi Festival

- Published: 2026-08-15T22:02:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156819
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3739399-en.html
- anchor: #n1999429
- Companies mentioned: 廣三SOGO百貨

In response to rising sexually transmitted infection rates among young people, the Taichung City Government held a Valentine’s Day-themed prevention campaign. The city has installed 102 condom vending machines, the most among Taiwan’s six special municipalities, and is strengthening screening and public education to demonstrate its commitment to public-private cooperation.

## 「高雄首選」鮮果熱銷星馬！上半年外銷近70噸 年增近5成拓銷再創佳績

- Published: 2026-08-15T21:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156817
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3739402-en.html
- anchor: #n1999433
- Companies mentioned: NTUC FairPrice、昇菘超市、AEON超市、Jaya Grocer集團

高雄市政府農業局推動「高雄首選」鮮果外銷星馬，上半年銷售近70噸、年增近5成，透過通路合作與在地化行銷深化品牌影響力。

## Qianzhen Phase 70 senior day-care and public childcare center nearly complete; Lin Chin-jung: building an intergenerational care hub to support aging in place and accessible childcare

- Published: 2026-08-15T20:56:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156816
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3739349-en.html
- anchor: #n1999305

Kaohsiung Deputy Mayor Lin Chin-jung inspected the Qianzhen Phase 70 senior day-care and public childcare center, which combines daytime care for older adults with childcare and is expected to open in September. The project strengthens the community’s intergenerational care system, supporting aging in place and accessible childcare.

## Lin clan members back Su Chiao-hui’s support group; singing “Pink Supercar” gets Wugu fired up

- Published: 2026-08-15T20:54:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156815
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3739355-en.html
- anchor: #n1999306

Legislator Su Chiao-hui established a support group of Lin clan members. The event drew an enthusiastic response and included proposals for New Taipei’s development. It demonstrated strong local backing and had significance for election mobilization.

## New Taipei farmers’ association table tennis tournament gets underway! Liu He-ran: surplus leads Taiwan, and New Taipei’s agricultural strength should not be underestimated

- Published: 2026-08-15T16:51:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156811
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3739358-en.html
- anchor: #n1999338
- Companies mentioned: 五股区農会、新店地区農会、全国農業金庫、新北市農会

New Taipei’s farmers’ associations held their 42nd table tennis friendship tournament, drawing about 440 participants and demonstrating the associations’ unity. Organizers also highlighted the associations’ strong financial performance and the many awards won by local agricultural products.

## More bodies found after Zimbabwe ferry capsizes; death toll rises to 68

- Published: 2026-08-16T02:20:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608160002.aspx
- anchor: #n2004166
- Companies mentioned: 辛巴威警方、法新社、政府鄉村基礎建設發展署（RIDA）

Facts:
- Death toll rises to 68
- The vessel was licensed to carry 90 passengers
- There were 114 adults aboard at the time of the incident
- 5 crew members
- Another 22 bodies found

## Citing foreign policy concerns, Australian foreign minister ends cooperation agreements with 2 Chinese institutions

- Published: 2026-08-16T00:06:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608150224.aspx
- anchor: #n1999357
- Companies mentioned: 澳洲國立大學、昆士蘭大學、山東大學、中國科學院、復旦大學、上海交通大學

Facts:
- 山東大學 Australian National University Joint College of Science has a total enrollment capacity of 1,200
- The Section 1286 list designates 130 Chinese, Russian and Iranian universities and research institutions as foreign entities engaged in “problematic activities”

## Kaohsiung scores 18 points at the Jones Cup, but Taiwan Blue loses to South Korea’s KBL powerhouse for its first defeat

- Published: 2026-08-15T23:59:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608150223.aspx
- anchor: #n1999296
- Companies mentioned: 台灣藍隊、韓國職籃KBL、原州DB新世代

Facts:
- Lost 66-76
- Kaohsiung played just 19 minutes
- Made a team-high 3 three-pointers
- An initial estimate is that another 1 or 2 hours will be needed

## 福田歩汰 (DXTEEN) and 相原一心 (ONE LOVE ONE HEART) co-star as leads! Scene stills, synopsis, and promo video for Episode 4 of the Saturday drama Your Sky ハレのち恋 unveiled / Aug. 22 (Sat) at 25:30

- Published: 2026-08-16T02:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000231.000122205.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3739417-en.html
- anchor: #n2004165
- Companies mentioned: TOKYO MX、東京メトロポリタンテレビジョン株式会社、DXTEEN、ONE LOVE ONE HEART、THE WORKS、MandeeWork、avex trax、UNIVERSAL SIGMA、LAPONE ENTERTAINMENT、TVer、FOD、Fujitv.co.jp、X、Instagram、TikTok

Facts:
- Airing from 25:30 late night on Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026
- Every Saturday from Aug. 1, 2026, 25:30–26:00
- Born April 11, 2003
- 〜2025.9月
- 2025.5月公開
- 2026.5月配信

## 【にじさんじ】3SKM surprise-releases new song “Dreamers” for streaming! にじさんじ's first PlayPASS PAK also set for release!

- Published: 2026-08-16T00:02:44+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001603.000030865.html
- anchor: #n1999358
- Companies mentioned: にじさんじ、3SKM、ANYCOLOR株式会社、PlayPASS

Facts:
- A new original song produced for the first real solo live show, “3SKM 1st LIVE ‘One-Off’”
- Along with its digital release on Sunday, Aug. 16, 2026, a YouTube premiere of the music video was also announced
- 2026年8月22日(土)・23日(日) の3SKM・横浜BUNTAIイベント会場、及びにじさんじオフィシャルストアでも2026年8月22日(土)11:00より販売が開始されます。
- “Dreamers” PlayPASS PAK (download card), all 3 versions, ¥2,200 each (tax included)
- Sales period: Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026, to Monday, Nov. 30, 2026, 23:59
- Initial authentication deadline: Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2026

## 10th-anniversary celebration of The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.: Top 3 in each side-story category announced, and celebratory illustration by Shūichi Asō unveiled!

- Published: 2026-08-16T00:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001981.000002610.html
- anchor: #n1999359
- Companies mentioned: 集英社、ポニーキャニオン、カートゥーン ネットワーク、ShoPro、Amazon.co.jp、全国アニメイト、楽天ブックス、セブンネットショッピング

Facts:
- Total sales exceed 9 million copies
- Before tax: ¥14,491
- Including tax: ¥15,940

## Ongoing skin problems? The skin microbiome might be able to help!

- Published: 2026-08-16T01:01:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 照護線上
- Original: https://www.careonline.com.tw/2026/08/202608160000.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3739403-en.html
- anchor: #n1999480

## 13F: Bridgewater nearly exits Micron! It sharply reduces semiconductor holdings and increases S&P 500 index ETF holdings in Q2 as a defensive move

- Published: 2026-08-15T23:10:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6577988
- anchor: #n1999236
- Companies mentioned: NVIDIA、Broadcom、Amazon、Alphabet、AMD、Microsoft、Lam Research、Micron Technology、Applied Materials、Cisco Systems、Palantir、CoreWeave、Eversource Energy、Consolidated Edison、Duke Energy、Berkshire Hathaway

Bridgewater significantly increased its holdings of S&P 500 ETFs in Q2 2026 while reducing its exposure to AI and semiconductor stocks, building a defensive position amid concerns about high market valuations.

## August 16: Success never falls from the sky - Heho健康

- Published: 2026-08-16T01:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | Heho健康
- Original: https://heho.com.tw/archives/384521
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3739405-en.html
- anchor: #n1999528
- Companies mentioned: Heho