# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-16 09:00–12:00 JST

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 62 items from 4 sources; Japan, 32 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 民進黨: AI has upgraded 中共’s election-interference tactics; vigilance should be heightened

- Published: 2026-08-16T11:43:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608160044.aspx
- anchor: #n2010939
- Companies mentioned: 民進黨、中共

Facts:
- 中共 has made the 2026 nine-in-one elections a key focus of its work on Taiwan

## Heading to the U.S. for an overseas compatriots’ annual convention, Hsiao Hsu-tsen says 國民黨 is sprinting toward unity and victory

- Published: 2026-08-16T11:39:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608160043.aspx
- anchor: #n2010934
- Companies mentioned: 國民黨、全美台灣同鄉聯誼會、中共

Facts:
- The 48th annual convention of 全美台灣同鄉聯誼會

## Taiwan and South Korea libraries deepen exchanges and cooperation, donate 100 types of books and share resources

- Published: 2026-08-16T11:36:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608160042.aspx
- anchor: #n2010935
- Companies mentioned: 国家图书馆、国立公共资讯图书馆、釜山市立图书馆、教育部、终身教育司、Taiwan Corner、国资图、亚太公共图书馆论坛

Facts:
- 100 quality books

## Lai Jui-lung proposes boosting civil defense resilience; Ko Chih-en vows to revive Yancheng’s former glory

- Published: 2026-08-16T11:33:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608160041.aspx
- anchor: #n2010930
- Companies mentioned: 民進黨、國民黨、義消、義警、義交、義刑

Facts:
- More than 10 volunteer fire service units
- About 500 supporters

## Human Rights Commission: Caning fails to meet international standards; criminal justice policy for serious crimes should be improved

- Published: 2026-08-16T11:31:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608160040.aspx
- anchor: #n2010931
- Companies mentioned: 国家人权委员会、立法院、国民党、中央选举委员会、联合国禁止酷刑委员会、司法院

Facts:
- 6th-term Control Yuan members
- The 7th-term Control Yuan members
- Leave office on July 31
- The committee passed this statement at its July 28 meeting

## High-temperature orange alerts in 3 Taipei districts; avoid going outdoors around noon

- Published: 2026-08-16T11:30:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608160039.aspx
- anchor: #n2010932
- Companies mentioned: 台北市災害防救辦公室、氣象署

Facts:
- Temperatures above 36 degrees Celsius
- Hourly rainfall could reach 40 to 60 millimeters

## Taichung City’s transportation bureau promotes Mazu mobile lanterns to make nighttime walking safer for older people

- Published: 2026-08-16T11:29:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608160038.aspx
- anchor: #n2010933
- Companies mentioned: 台中市交通局、旱溪樂成宮

台中市交通局 promotes Mazu mobile lanterns to improve nighttime travel safety for older people.

Facts:
- District offices have held 48 events so far
- Nearly 3,000 people reached through outreach

## Lin Tsung-chi’s sudden rise makes him Taiwan’s richest man; 川湖 writes an AI legend with “two iron bars”

- Published: 2026-08-16T11:24:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608160037.aspx
- anchor: #n2010868
- Companies mentioned: 川湖、國巨、台積電、King Slide

Facts:
- Share price topped NT$10,000 for the first time in early August
- Gross margins have remained above 50% almost throughout
- Gross margin surged to 87.42%
- 台積電’s 67.7%
- Accumulated more than 3,600 patents
- 伺服器占公司營收比重超過9成

## The extendable “fly swatter” pole: Malaysian driving culture you need to know

- Published: 2026-08-16T11:16:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608163001.aspx
- anchor: #n2010824
- Companies mentioned: Grab、Touch 'n Go

Facts:
- A long plastic pole that can solve problems for just a few ringgit

## Baez hits 3 home runs in first MLB game, sets new record

- Published: 2026-08-16T11:14:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608160036.aspx
- anchor: #n2010820
- Companies mentioned: 聖路易紅雀、芝加哥小熊、曼菲斯紅鳥

Facts:
- Won 8-4
- 93.4 miles per hour
- About 150 kilometers
- 3 hits in 4 at-bats
- Drove in 5 runs

## 哥倫比亞總統與川普通話 籲暫停對哥國增課關稅

- Published: 2026-08-16T11:14:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608160035.aspx
- anchor: #n2010821
- Companies mentioned: 哥倫比亞、美國、川普、艾思普雷雅、卡利、皮瑞拉、美洲之盾、阿根廷、厄瓜多、薩爾瓦多

Facts:
- Raised from 10% to 12.5%
- Magnitude 7.4 earthquake.
- Nearly 300 people killed
- Nearly 13,000 homes damaged

## 立陶宛年度柯基犬賽跑登場 美國毛孩遠道參戰吸睛

- Published: 2026-08-16T11:11:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608160034.aspx
- anchor: #n2010822
- Companies mentioned: 立陶宛、拉脫維亞、波蘭、愛沙尼亞、烏克蘭、英國、捷克、美國、維爾紐斯、夏日柯基全國賽

Facts:
- From 9 countries
- A total of 150 corgis
- More than 20 other teams
- The course is about 50 meters long
- 111 decibels

## 環教場所逾6成公立 助整合自然人文

- Published: 2026-08-16T11:08:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608160033.aspx
- anchor: #n2010823
- Companies mentioned: 台大農場農藝分場、水利署、台灣油礦陳列館、南區氣象中心、原台南測候所、胡椒管

Facts:
- There are currently 276 environmental education sites across Taiwan
- Private operators account for 35.5%
- Public agencies operate 64.5%
- The Ministry of Economic Affairs leads with 25 sites
- The Ministry of Transportation follows closely with 23 sites
- The Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Agriculture tie for third with 14 sites each
- The Ministry of the Interior ranks fifth with 10 sites
- The branch covers about 5 hectares

## Institutional investors remain bullish on AI trends; inflation warrants attention for Taiwan stocks in the short term

- Published: 2026-08-16T11:01:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608160032.aspx
- anchor: #n2010819
- Companies mentioned: 永豐投顧、玉山投信、杜欣霈

Facts:
- The main market index closed at 45,811.01 points on Friday
- It gained 1,585.10 points for the week, or 3.58%
- Taiwan-listed companies’ overall earnings are forecast to grow 42% year over year this year
- The figure is as high as 53% for AI-related stocks

## 8 Chinese naval vessels and 7 sorties by Chinese aircraft around Taiwan; 國軍 keeps close watch

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:56:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608160031.aspx
- anchor: #n2010758
- Companies mentioned: 國防部、國軍

Facts:
- 8 Chinese naval vessels
- 7 sorties by Chinese aircraft
- 2 official ships
- 11 sorties by Chinese aircraft

## Finnish conscript training faces scrutiny; officer warns troops could become sitting ducks in the drone era

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:54:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608160030.aspx
- anchor: #n2010688
- Companies mentioned: 赫爾辛基日報、北大西洋公約組織、NATO

Facts:
- An infantry company made up of hundreds of soldiers
- Travel dozens of kilometers on foot

## Another migrant attempt to cross the border reported in 休達; Morocco boosts security and arrests nearly 300

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:51:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608160029.aspx
- anchor: #n2010689
- Companies mentioned: 休達、麥里亞、Le360、Hespress、路透社、西班牙埃菲通訊社、中央社、法新社、Agencia EFE

Facts:
- A total of 294 people were arrested
- Among them, 46 were Moroccan
- About 72,000 migrants
- 休達, with a population of 84,000
- At least 111 migrants attempting to enter 休達 were arrested
- Detainees included 109 migrants from sub-Saharan Africa
- And 2 Moroccan citizens arrested in Fnideq or nearby areas
- Authorities have arrested more than 60 people in recent days

## Travel agencies to retain payment receipts; Tourism Administration proposes extending period to 3 years

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:50:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608160028.aspx
- anchor: #n2010690
- Companies mentioned: 観光署、交通部

Facts:
- Current rules require travel agencies to retain documents delivered to travelers, payment receipts and travel contracts for 1 year
- The retention period will be extended to 3 years

## A tunnel more than 3 kilometers long, bored through rock to extend its life, keeps 石門水庫 frozen in time for 10 years

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608160026.aspx
- anchor: #n2010692
- Companies mentioned: 石門水庫、阿姆坪防淤隧道、大漢溪、新店溪、淡水河口、中央社

Facts:
- The 阿姆坪防淤隧道, built at a cost of NT$4.977 billion
- Cumulative dredging volume reached 1.303 million cubic meters
- Equivalent to filling 521.2 standard swimming pools
- 27.88 million cubic meters of silt poured into 石門水庫
- 石門水庫 has a capacity of 205.26 million cubic meters, restored to the level of the past 10 years
- Peak inflow reached about 4,300 cubic meters per second

## From dredging the reservoir bed to selling valuable material, dredging boats can also generate revenue

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608160027.aspx
- anchor: #n2010691
- Companies mentioned: 水利署、北區水資源分署

Facts:
- Silt concentration in dredged water exceeded 30%
- 抽泥船1天能夠採集逾5000立方公尺淤泥
- Successfully screened about 3,000 cubic meters of fine sand
- Auction price was NT$198 per cubic meter
- 石門水庫 had a capacity of 204.71 million cubic meters in 2015
- It was 203.66 million cubic meters in 2025
- The reservoir’s capacity changed by just 1.05 million cubic meters over 10 years

## Taipei Automation Exhibition opens on the 19th; robot stocks see heavy trading

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:44:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608160025.aspx
- anchor: #n2010687
- Companies mentioned: 上銀、和椿、台達電、所羅門、新代、上緯、東佑達、高明鐵、羅昇、富田、均豪、達明機器人、宇樹科技

Facts:
- More than 800 leading domestic and international companies are exhibiting
- More than 3,500 booths are being used
- Up 7% from the previous show

## Southwesterly winds bring heavy rain advisory for Kaohsiung, Tainan and Pingtung

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:43:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608160024.aspx
- anchor: #n2010686
- Companies mentioned: 中央氣象署、中央社

Facts:
- Taipei, 16 —

## Colombia quake kills 294; hopes of finding survivors fade

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:38:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608160023.aspx
- anchor: #n2010684
- Companies mentioned: 聖荷西德帕爾馬、布維那文土拉、卡利、皮瑞拉

Facts:
- At least 294 people have died
- 320 people are missing
- Nearly 4,000 people were injured
- Magnitude 7.4 earthquake.

## High temperatures fuel human aggression; hot weather even raises the rate of hit-by-pitches in baseball【Book Excerpt】

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:34:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608165002.aspx
- anchor: #n2010683
- Companies mentioned: 牛津大學、紐約時報、金融時報、美國職棒大聯盟、聖路易紅雀隊、臉譜出版、中央社

Facts:
- The chance of passing will fall by about 10%
- The chance that a pitcher will hit a batter in retaliation is about 2%
- This probability will rise to 27%
- 涵蓋近6萬場美國職棒大聯盟（Major League Baseball）比賽
- The chance that this pitcher would later hit an opposing batter in retaliation was about 22%

## 迪士尼 shifts its streaming strategy, using vertical short videos to compete for attention

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:22:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202608160022.aspx
- anchor: #n2010682
- Companies mentioned: 迪士尼、ESPN

Facts:
- Disney+ currently has 40% of its mobile users using this feature

## Average annual income hit a new high in year 114; young people under 30 earned NT$587,000

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:13:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608160021.aspx
- anchor: #n2010680
- Companies mentioned: 主計總處

Facts:
- The average annual income of people in Taiwan was NT$763,000 in year 114
- Average annual income for young people under 30 rose to NT$587,000
- In year 114, average disposable income per household was NT$1.21 million
- The median was NT$1.018 million
- Average disposable income per person was NT$450,000
- The median was NT$367,000
- Average annual income for people aged 30 to 34 was NT$770,000
- It was NT$860,000 for those aged 35 to 39
- It was NT$959,000 for those aged 40 to 44
- It was NT$982,000 for those aged 45 to 54
- It was NT$886,000 for those aged 55 to 64
- It was NT$502,000 for those aged 65 and older

## In year 114, Hsinchu City tops household disposable income at NT$1.604 million; Hsinchu County surpasses Taipei City

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:12:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608160020.aspx
- anchor: #n2010681
- Companies mentioned: 新竹科學園區

Facts:
- Average disposable income per household across all households was NT$1.21 million
- Hsinchu City held onto the top spot, leading with NT$1.604 million
- Hsinchu County, at NT$1.569 million, surpassed Taipei City
- Taipei City fell to third place, with average disposable income per household of NT$1.554 million
- Up 3.9% year over year
- The increase was significant; Hsinchu County ranked second at NT$1.569 million, also showing clear growth from NT$1.481 million in year 113.
- It was NT$1.554 million in year 114, higher than NT$1.485 million in year 113
- Tainan City and Kaohsiung City were each at NT$1.044 million
- Tainan City and Kaohsiung City were at NT$1.044 million and NT$1.206 million, respectively
- Average household consumption spending across all households was NT$920,000
- Up 3.6% from year 113
- Average household savings were NT$290,000
- Up 4.9% from year 113

## After switching back to conventional catapults, U.S. aircraft carriers may even redesign their island structures

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:03:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608160019.aspx
- anchor: #n2010665
- Companies mentioned: 美國海軍、福特級、甘迺迪號、勇往號、多瑞斯米勒號、福特號、尼米茲級、國會預算辦公室、哈德遜研究所、白宮、五角大廈、華盛頓郵報

Facts:
- The United States will build up to 10 福特級 aircraft carriers over the next 40 years
- Each is estimated to cost US$22 billion
- Each is estimated to cost US$22 billion (about NT$700 billion)
- The lead ship of the 福特級, the 「福特號」, took 17 years to complete

## Oil, gas and ticket subsidies estimated at 千億元 may be included in supplementary budget; defense funding undecided

- Published: 2026-08-16T09:51:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608160018.aspx
- anchor: #n2010542
- Companies mentioned: 行政院、立法院、經濟部、交通部、農業部、國防部

Facts:
- Funding estimated at NT$千億元
- Funding is estimated at NT$10.7 billion
- Supplementary budget funding is estimated at NT$21.5 billion
- The supplementary budget is estimated to total around NT$260 billion
- Estimated at NT$700 million
- Preparatory funding totaled NT$300 million
- The additional allocation totals NT$7 billion
- The additional total is about NT$200 million

## Vietnam is moving away from the Chinese model and turning to South Korea's chaebol model

- Published: 2026-08-16T09:47:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608160017.aspx
- anchor: #n2010540
- Companies mentioned: Vingroup、VinFast、VinSpeed、Vinhomes、西門子交通集團（Siemens Mobility）、長海集團（THACO）、和發集團（Hoa Phat Group）、FPT、惠譽解決方案（Fitch Solutions）、金融時報（Financial Times）

Facts:
- Double the number of private companies to 2 million
- The United States already accounts for nearly 1/3 of Vietnam's total exports
- Last year, the private sector accounted for half of Vietnam's gross domestic product (GDP)
- The public sector accounted for 21%

## 北市刑大科偵隊長涉洩密 市警局：免職汰除

- Published: 2026-08-16T09:47:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608160016.aspx
- anchor: #n2010541
- Companies mentioned: 台北市警察局、台北地檢署、北檢

Facts:
- 2 people taken into custody

## 6 counties and cities take precautions against high temperatures; Wu Derong says rainfall will increase for 3 consecutive days from the 21st

- Published: 2026-08-16T09:25:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608160015.aspx
- anchor: #n2010476
- Companies mentioned: 中央氣象署、中央大學大氣科學系、氣象應用推廣基金會

Facts:
- Temperatures above 36 degrees Celsius
- Rainfall will be more significant from the 21st to the 23rd
- A tropical disturbance is expected to form over waters east of Guam on the 20th
- The Pacific high-pressure system will strengthen slightly on the 24th and 25th
- Expected to reach waters south of Japan around the 25th

## Taiwan Pavilion renamed; 10 Taiwanese artists condemn political censorship at 韓國光州雙年展

- Published: 2026-08-16T09:17:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608160014.aspx
- anchor: #n2010432
- Companies mentioned: 韓國光州雙年展、國立台灣美術館、文化部、中央社、Frieze Seoul藝博會、釜山雙年展

Facts:
- 10 Taiwanese artists and curators invited to 韓國光州雙年展
- The Gwangju Biennale opens in September
- This year's exhibition will run from September 5 to November 15

## Washington Post forecasts U.S. presidential contenders; 2 Republican front-runners vie for nomination as Democratic field remains unclear

- Published: 2026-08-16T09:11:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608160013.aspx
- anchor: #n2010430
- Companies mentioned: 華盛頓郵報、美國、伊朗、佛羅里達州、維吉尼亞州、戰爭部長、衛生部長、福斯新聞、喬治亞州、馬里蘭州、加州、賓州、紐約州、亞利桑那州、運輸部長

Facts:
- 39-year-old U.S. senator from 喬治亞州 Ossoff
- 36-year-old Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

## Hurricane Lala brings torrential rain to Hawaii; governor declares state of emergency

- Published: 2026-08-16T09:09:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608160012.aspx
- anchor: #n2010431
- Companies mentioned: 夏威夷郡、毛伊島、莫洛凱島、卡胡拉威島、拉奈島、歐胡島、考艾島、尼豪島、美國國家颶風中心、夏威夷州長、葛林

Facts:
- Maximum wind speeds reached about 120 kilometers per hour
- Lala is expected to bring 10 to 20 inches of rain to the Big Island
- Accumulations in some areas could reach 25 inches
- The storm surge is expected to raise water levels by 30 to 90 centimeters

## U.S. Democrats finalize 2028 presidential primary schedule; South Carolina goes first

- Published: 2026-08-16T08:59:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608160011.aspx
- anchor: #n2010363
- Companies mentioned: 美聯社、民主黨全國委員會、共和黨

Facts:
- Candidates seeking the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination
- South Carolina goes first, voting on January 22, 2028
- Nevada follows on February 1

## [Cambodian professional soccer club] Just 1 year after its founding, professional soccer club “KANDAL UNITED FC” launches crowdfunding campaign to take on the second division

- Published: 2026-08-16T11:38:18+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000172007.html
- anchor: #n2010936
- Companies mentioned: KANDAL UNITED FC、KANDAL NIPPON FC CO., LTD.、READYFOR、Camboian Premier League

Facts:
- Goal: 1,000,000 yen
- 募集終了日： 9月3日（木）午後11:00まで

## AI plans a book just by entering a company URL. Self-publishing service “Easy AI Publishing” now supports corporate publishing

- Published: 2026-08-16T11:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000178108.html
- anchor: #n2010938
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ブイツーソリューション、Amazon

Facts:
- Company analysis, 3 proposals, and creation of a proposal PDF: 30 points
- 30 points (equivalent to approximately 750 yen)
- AI-powered company analysis (3–7 minutes)

## Wrapping-bus service begins for “よみうりKoDoMoわんぱクラブ”

- Published: 2026-08-16T11:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000105.000050308.html
- anchor: #n2010937
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社読売旅行、よみうりKoDoMoわんぱクラブ

Facts:
- The bus set off carrying the smiles of 42 children.
- “わんぱクラブ” is a tour program exclusively for children in grades 2–6 of elementary school.

## BUDDICA partners with 日本エネルギー総合システム to launch “BUDDICA GRID,” an energy business for households

- Published: 2026-08-16T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000174984.html
- anchor: #n2010756
- Companies mentioned: BUDDICA、日本エネルギー総合システム

Facts:
- Private residences: up to 1.3 million yen
- Equipment: 750,000 yen
- Construction: 550,000 yen
- Annual electricity bill savings of approximately 100,000 yen or so

## [Launching Aug. 17 (Mon.)] “The most pleasant advertising in Japan!” Hot-spring facility-focused media outlet “マッパ！” handled sponsorship planning and operations for the 40th-anniversary event at なにわ健康ランド湯～トピア.

- Published: 2026-08-16T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000035.000118810.html
- anchor: #n2010755
- Companies mentioned: 日本一株式会社、マッパ！、エクスプロージョン合同会社、Karada Totonou ProBath、なにわ健康ランド湯～トピア

Facts:
- Period: Aug. 17 (Monday)–Aug. 23 (Sunday), 2026
- Contents: 3 kg
- Price: 3,999 yen (tax included)

## [Survey results] How far is it acceptable to identify people in the age of social media?

- Published: 2026-08-16T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000070.000047794.html
- anchor: #n2010754
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バリューファースト、クラウドワークス、みんなの声研究Lab、株式会社VALUE FIRST

Facts:
- Survey of 400 social media users
- Approximately 52% of respondents said they see identification activities on a regular basis
- 4割超が“危険性や不安”を強く感じている
- Approximately 76% of respondents considered identification activities problematic

## “YUBINOWA” KEYBOLT and 源元 compete in the world tournament “Tutters Outlet X TurfInc Vol. 3”! KEYBOLT finishes in BEST 16, while 源元 finishes in BEST 32

- Published: 2026-08-16T11:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000990.000060459.html
- anchor: #n2010753
- Companies mentioned: KEYBOLT、源元、YUBINOWA、TURF Inc、METEORA st.、ARMS、REAL AKIBA BOYZ、イガク

Facts:
- Winner’s prize: 1,000 dollars
- More than 10 million total views

## 「小林製薬紅麹事件」大阪市保健所の"珍回答"第2弾・工場の青カビ編──「この理解で間違いないか」確認書を大阪市に提出(令和8年8月16日付)

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:50:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000074.000182444.html
- anchor: #n2010757
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社薫製倶楽部、小林製薬、大阪健康安全基盤研究所

Facts:
- The announcement was made on Reiwa 6, May 29, while the official document corroborating it is dated Reiwa 6, Dec. 4. There is a gap of approximately 6 months between them.
- The delivery date, Reiwa 6, July 17, was after the announcement of Document 3 on Reiwa 6, May 29.

## [New opening in Wakabayashi Ward, Sendai] Storage unit facility “スペラボ Sendai Wakabayashi Store” to open on Sept. 1, 2026!

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000822.000062166.html
- anchor: #n2010685
- Companies mentioned: スペラボ、UKCorporation、株式会社UKCorporation、アユカワTV

Facts:
- 700 locations
- More than 22,000 units
- 23 minutes on foot
- Small (0.5 tatami mats) 1 tatami mat
- 2 tatami mats 3 tatami mats
- 800,000 vacant homes
- As little as 1 hour

## 【8月21日(金)20時～開催】フードロス削減を“美味しい経営者交流”に――渋谷『KOBUSHI BEER NIGHT』が人気おにぎりを活用した新シリーズを始動！

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000446.000061977.html
- anchor: #n2010666
- Companies mentioned: KOBUSHI MARKETING合同会社、Singerly社、KOBUSHI BEER NIGHT

Facts:
- Aug. 21, 2026, from 20:00
- Cover charge: 1,100 yen
- All-you-can-drink: 550 yen per 10 minutes
- Monthly fee: 30,000 yen
- ROI of approximately 15 times

## “Legend of the Staff and Sword” × anime “Bocchi the Rock!” collaboration announced!

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000172160.html
- anchor: #n2010679
- Companies mentioned: BOLTRAY PTE. LTD.、Apple、Google LLC

Facts:
- The event will run for a limited time from Aug. 16 to Sept. 5.
- Simply log in for a total of 7 days during the event period
- Earn gacha tickets for up to 60 or more pulls

## Notice: Book club meeting for “Who Destroyed Japanese Agriculture?” by Kazuhito Yamashita

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000045.000183816.html
- anchor: #n2010678
- Companies mentioned: AIマネー大学株式会社、講談社、キヤノングローバル戦略研究所、エヌビディア(NVIDIA)、HOYA株式会社、武田薬品工業、東京リーガルマインド、杉山産婦人科丸の内医院、日本銀行、Kollectアーツ法律事務所、宮村・井桁法律事務所、東京ディフェンダー法律事務所、東京桜橋法律事務所、高野隆法律事務所

Facts:
- Built assets worth more than ¥150 billion through investments alone
- Made investments totaling more than 2 billion yen
- Achieved returns of more than 100 times
- Securities code 7741
- More than 45% in favor
- At least 48% in favor
- At least 33% in favor
- At least 43% in favor
- At least 25% of votes in favor

## [Electricity use survey] Approximately 70% of 1–2-person households use at least 2,000 kWh per year! Seasonal data from across Japan also released

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000046.000134692.html
- anchor: #n2010677
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社EXLY、電気ガス電話帳、北海道電力、中国電力、東北電力、四国電力、北陸電力、東京電力、中部電力、関西電力、九州電力

Facts:
- Approximately 30% use less than 2,000 kWh of electricity per year
- In spring, “150–250 kWh” was the most common electricity usage range, at 45.5%
- Approximately 70% use at least 250 kWh of electricity in summer
- Number of respondents: 112

## Notice: Book club meeting for “Lessons on Food and Agriculture for the People” by Kazuhito Yamashita

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000046.000183816.html
- anchor: #n2010676
- Companies mentioned: AIマネー大学株式会社、HOYA株式会社、エヌビディア(NVIDIA)、チャールズ・シュワブ、武田薬品工業、B'z、東京リーガルマインド、杉山産婦人科丸の内医院、日本銀行、国際大学、明治学院大学、大妻女子大学、コロンビア大学、ハーバード大学、カリフォルニア大学デービス校、カリフォルニア大学バークレー校、南カリフォルニア大学、ロンドン・スクール・オブ・エコノミクス・アンド・ポリティカル・サイエンス（LSE）、Kollectアーツ法律事務所、宮村・井桁法律事務所、東京ディフェンダー法律事務所、東京桜橋法律事務所、高野隆法律事務所、つばさの党、NHK党

Facts:
- He was the first person to build assets of more than 150 billion yen solely through investment
- Invested more than 2 billion yen
- Ultimately achieved returns of more than 100 times the investment
- HOYA株式会社, listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market, securities code 7741
- More than 45% in favor
- At least 48% in favor
- At least 33% in favor
- At least 43% in favor
- At least 25% of votes in favor

## Spider-Man arrives from リヤドロ! Reservations open on Sunday, Aug. 16

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000095.000076217.html
- anchor: #n2010675
- Companies mentioned: リヤドロ、リヤドロジャパン株式会社、マーベル、LLADRÓ

Facts:
- Size: H35 x W42 x D35 cm
- Price: 541,000 yen (before tax)
- Limited worldwide production of 500 pieces

## A bowl of soba connects Matsudo and Rwanda—Peace Noodle Project serves “なかよし幸蕎麦” in Rwanda for the 3rd time

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000130.000166170.html
- anchor: #n2010674
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人なかよし学園プロジェクト、一般社団法人happy choice、ハッピーワーク松戸、戸定そば幸、Kibagabaga Primary School

Facts:
- Held 3 times in total
- They have maintained exchanges for approximately 10 years

## あび, a 20-year-old singer-songwriter drawing attention on social media, releases new song “僕が僕に書いた曲” today

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000322.000030962.html
- anchor: #n2010673
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社massenext、ZULA、優里ちゃんねる【公式】

Facts:
- The popular YouTube channel “優里ちゃんねる【公式】,” with more than 2.5 million subscribers
- あび, a 20-year-old singer-songwriter
- At an astonishing pace of just 9 days after debut

## New store opens in Ikeda Town, Ibi District, Gifu Prefecture! Save on everyday essentials at “ワッツウィズ 池田トミダヤ店”.

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000371.000084599.html
- anchor: #n2010672
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ワッツ、ワッツウィズ 池田トミダヤ店、トミダヤ池田店、ワッツ、meets.、シルク、フレッツ

Facts:
- 1,940 stores nationwide
- ¥110 including tax
- 660 yen (tax included)
- Capital: 440.29 million yen

## 少数株ドットコム・山中裕が語る『Forbesジョージア富豪100人』第30弾、ダヴィト・クハラシュヴィリ――西部141店の地方基盤で業界統合に挑む、デイリーの11.05%株主

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000393.000158730.html
- anchor: #n2010671
- Companies mentioned: 少数株ドットコム、デイリー、デイリー・グループ、フードマート、スパー、イオリ、カラタ、グヴィリラ、マグニト、ジョージア銀行、欧州復興開発銀行（EBRD）、HOYA株式会社、ペンタックス、投資ブラザーズ、CapitalJusticeLab、男女産み分けドットコム、河野メリクロン

Facts:
- 141 stores in western Georgia
- More than 1,600 stores
- 18,000 employees
- 27.5% of sales by branded retail chains
- 11.0% of the overall FMCG market
- Approximately 30% of the organized retail market
- Assets of 129 million lari
- Revenue of 327 million lari
- Net loss of 5.4 million lari
- Investment of more than ¥2 billion
- Returns of more than 100 times

## 少数株ドットコム・山中裕が語る『Forbesジョージア富豪100人』第31弾、テンギス・カパナゼ――10%株主が経営を担う、マクドナルド・ジョージアの運営責任者

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000394.000158730.html
- anchor: #n2010670
- Companies mentioned: 少数株ドットコム株式会社、マクドナルド、T&Kレストランズ、Breadfield、HOYA株式会社、ペンタックス、エヌビディア(NVIDIA)、投資ブラザーズ合同会社、武田薬品工業、B'z、グラス・ルイス（Glass Lewis）、日本プロクシー・ガバナンス研究所、ISS（Institutional Shareholder Services）、日本経済新聞

Facts:
- 10% stake
- The remaining 90%
- The valuation of his assets is approximately 13 times Kapanadze’s
- 16 stores at the end of 2021
- 21 stores at the end of 2022
- 27 stores in 2023
- More than 1,400 employees
- 11,974,000 customers per year
- Average order value: 20.24 lari
- 2,600〜2,700万ラリ
- 24 million lari

## T.Jun, creator of “Lookism” and “Viral Hit,” launches a first-ever serialized series on Piccoma! “INKED—Inked—” begins exclusive release on Sunday, August 16

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000936.000003707.html
- anchor: #n2010669
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カカオピッコマ、The Grimm Entertainment

Facts:
- Cumulative downloads have surpassed 50 million
- As of March 2025
- Begins on Sunday, August 16, 2026
- The first 10 episodes will be released at once, with daily updates through Sunday, August 23

## 【源泉のお宿 湯河原千代田荘】Lounge service revamped!

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002049.000019483.html
- anchor: #n2010668
- Companies mentioned: 野口リゾートマネジメント株式会社、源泉のお宿 湯河原千代田荘、Nポイント

Facts:
- The coffee machines will continue to be available free of charge 24 hours a day, as before.
- 15:00～18:00限定で以下のおもてなしをご用意しております。
- 5% off accommodation
- 14:00よりアーリーチェックインが可能
- Our inn’s renowned open-air bath fed directly from the hot spring source; 2026 summer menu
- Available through August 31

## Hakodate is closer this fall and winter. 湯元 啄木亭 launches a dedicated page for its Sapporo⇔Hakodate accommodation plan with shuttle bus 【Hakodate, Yunokawa Onsen】

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002075.000019483.html
- anchor: #n2010667
- Companies mentioned: 野口観光マネジメント株式会社、湯元 啄木亭

Facts:
- October 2, 2026 (Friday)–March 31, 2027 (Wednesday)
- All 198 rooms

## 【Kanagawa・September before typhoon season】Safe collection of mobile batteries swollen by coastal humidity and salt damage｜On-site collection in Yokohama, Kawasaki and Shonan, including batteries municipalities cannot collect, for 7,700 yen【Continuing in September】

- Published: 2026-08-16T09:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000353.000163141.html
- anchor: #n2010604
- Companies mentioned: SYSTR株式会社、まるっと本舗

Facts:
- 1点につき 7,700円（税込）
- 2点目以降：1点につき 3,300円（税込）

## 【Sapporo・Jozankei Onsen Shogetsu Grand Hotel】【An autumn drive to Jozankei】Information on a plan that includes a 3,000-yen gasoline ticket.

- Published: 2026-08-16T09:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002077.000019483.html
- anchor: #n2010603
- Companies mentioned: 野口観光マネジメント株式会社、出光

Facts:
- ガソリンチケット3,000円付き（1室1枚）

## 【Nationwide applications now open】Seeking food truck vendors for “Nationwide Feast of Ingredients ‘一（ichi）’ Japan’s Ingredients Koshien”

- Published: 2026-08-16T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000109.000162422.html
- anchor: #n2010539
- Companies mentioned: COMMON株式会社、未来まち計画機構

Facts:
- Number of vendors sought: approximately 20 vehicles per event/day
- Expected attendance: approximately 10,000 people per day
- One-day vendor fee: 30,000 yen (excluding tax)
- Two-day vendor fee: 60,000 yen (excluding tax)

## とりいちず opens its first location in Fukushima Prefecture’s Nakadori region: “Private Rooms Available, Popular Chicken Tavern とりいちず Koriyama” grand opening Monday, August 24

- Published: 2026-08-16T09:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000227.000035671.html
- anchor: #n2010424
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社FS.shake、とりいちず、C.STAND 郡山店

Facts:
- “Secret-recipe chicken skin skewer” (99 yen / 109 yen including tax)
- “Endless! Chicken Snacks” (77 yen / 85 yen including tax)
- 158 seats・43 tables
- All-you-can-drink with draft beer (2 hours), regular price 1,290 yen (before tax / 1,419 yen including tax)
- All-you-can-drink with draft beer (2 hours), reduced from the regular price of 1,290 yen (before tax / 1,419 yen including tax) to 300 yen (330 yen including tax)

## New visuals and additional merchandise lineup revealed for “Detective Precure! LIVE2026,” taking place October 3 (Sat)! Second round of advance online sales announced!

- Published: 2026-08-16T09:00:08+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002304.000016719.html
- anchor: #n2010425
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マーベラス、東映アニメーション、ABC-A

Facts:
- Reserved seat: ¥9,800 (tax included)
- Reserved seat with special CD: ¥13,000 (tax included)
- Parent-child pair reserved seats: ¥15,000 (tax included)
- Parent-child pair reserved seats with special CD: ¥18,200 (tax included)
- 親子トリプル指定席 ：¥23,500(税込)
- 親子トリプルスペシャルCD付：¥26,700(税込)
- 2公演通しプレミアム指定席 ：¥29,700(税込)

## 【大阪・河内長野がまた演らかす】大阪・関西万博でチケット入手困難だった話題作「奥河内音絵巻」が次なる挑戦。新作舞台の主人公はまさかの"つまようじ"！？本拠地河内長野はトガッている！

- Published: 2026-08-16T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000104358.html
- anchor: #n2010429
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人河内長野市文化振興財団、劇団カムカムミニキーナ、日本つまようじ組合

Facts:
- September 13, 2026 (Sun.)
- Approximately 400 performers in total
- Approximately 7,000 visitors from Japan and abroad
- Approximately 180 performers
- Advance tickets: ¥3,500
- Tickets at the door: ¥4,000

## 【Newly opening in Kyobashi (Osaka)】“串とメシにはサケキタル。”—the ultra-cheap next-generation izakaya willing to take a loss every day—finally opens!

- Published: 2026-08-16T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000027.000172465.html
- anchor: #n2010428
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MS Group、串とメシにはサケキタル。京橋駅前店

Facts:
- This will be the brand’s 20th location
- サワーやハイボールなどの対象ドリンクが何杯飲んでも終日1杯.1円
- 名物バリとん焼き（白）は1本50円
- レタス巻き串1本88円
- All-you-can-eat and drink plan: 2,480 yen
- 100,000,000-skewer campaign underway
- バリとん焼き 白 1本100円
- バリとん焼き 赤 1本150円
- バリとん焼き 黒 1本150円
- Draft beer: 199 yen
- Highballs, lemon sours, and JJ (jasmine tea shochu) are an astonishing 100 yen
- Highballs, lemon sours, and JJ: 50 yen
- All-you-can-drink without a course: 780 yen

## 【Newly opening in Tachikawa】“串とメシにはサケキタル。”—the ultra-cheap next-generation izakaya willing to take a loss every day—finally opens!

- Published: 2026-08-16T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000028.000172465.html
- anchor: #n2010427
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MS Group、串とメシにはサケキタル。立川駅前店

Facts:
- 1 cup: 1 yen
- 1本50円
- 1本88円
- 2,480 yen
- 100,000,000-skewer campaign underway
- Draft beer: 199 yen
- Highballs, lemon sours, and JJ (jasmine tea shochu) are an astonishing 100 yen
- Highballs, lemon sours, and JJ: 50 yen
- Great-value all-you-can-drink without a course: 780 yen

## 【STPR】Knight X announces details, including tracks on its 1st album “Tier 1,” and opens preorders! Final first-come ticket sales also begin for the “Tier 1” Tokyo-Osaka-Nagoya tour!

- Published: 2026-08-16T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000795.000059399.html
- anchor: #n2010426
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社STPR、騎士X - Knight X -、アニメイト、タワーレコード、HMV、HMV&BOOKS online、楽天ブックス、TSUTAYA RECORDS、蔦屋書店 Yahoo!店、Amazon.co.jp、STPR ONLINE STORE

Facts:
- Released on Wednesday, October 28, 2026
- 2026年8月15日(土)23:00より開始
- Taking place in 3 cities—Osaka, Tokyo and Aichi—from November 2026
- Price: 2,750 yen (tax included)
- Price: 4,400 yen (tax included)
- 2026年8月15日(土)23:00よりSTPR TICKET・プレイガイドにて最終先着を開始
- 2026年8月15日(土)23:00からは、「STPR TICKET・プレイガイド最終先着」の販売もスタート
- 2026年8月15日(土)23:00から9月6日(日)23:59までの期間限定
- アニメイト stores: From Sunday, August 16, 2026, until closing on Sunday, November 15, 2026

## Should the company trip be to Hong Kong or Shanghai? Insiders overwhelmingly pick one: packed with things to do, so enjoyable you'll want to return

- Published: 2026-08-16T11:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11152004
- anchor: #n2010759

A Taiwanese company is considering Hong Kong and Shanghai as destinations for an employee trip. A majority of netizens supported Shanghai, praising its cultural and tourism offerings.

## Is AI running out of steam? Ruan Mu-hua points to 2 warning signs from key drivers of the U.S. economy; expectations of Fed rate cuts rise

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:59:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156854
- anchor: #n2010760

Major U.S. consumer and employment indicators weakened, with signs of an economic slowdown becoming apparent. Experts warned of the risk of stagflation, and expectations for Fed rate cuts are rising.

## DJI wins lawsuit! Listed on Trump administration's “Chinese military-industrial blacklist,” it tells federal court: insufficient evidence; Pentagon should review the decision

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:45:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156849
- anchor: #n2010761
- Companies mentioned: 阿里巴巴、DW（ドイツの声）

DJI won in a U.S. appeals court, which ruled that the Pentagon should reconsider its designation of the company as a “military company” because of insufficient evidence. The ruling is crucial to its global business and reputation.

## Why do some calls ring once and then hang up? Experts reveal the motive and say “absolutely do not answer”; speaking up can spell trouble, and answering can lead to major hassles

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156846
- anchor: #n2010762
- Companies mentioned: 趨勢科技、Whoscall

Unknown calls that ring once and hang up may be a way for scam groups to test the waters. Experts warn against calling back to avoid cybersecurity and financial risks. 趨勢科技、Whoscall and academics point to 4 traps behind the calls.

## Did people in ancient times get 2 days off each week? How many days off did officials get in a year? The leave system was more comprehensive than you might think

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156263
- anchor: #n2010764

Ancient Chinese officials did not have a two-day weekend, but from the Han to the Tang dynasties, regular holidays such as “休沐” and “旬假,” as well as extended breaks timed to seasonal festivals and farming, were institutionalized. In the Tang dynasty, there were about 114 days off annually, and the leave system was surprisingly well-developed.

## Should shredded paper go in regular trash or recycling? Environmental bureau reveals the right way to dispose of it so you don't lose NT$6,000 for sorting it incorrectly

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156848
- anchor: #n2010763

Environmental bureaus across Taiwan have clearly set out how shredded paper should be recycled. Improperly sealed paper may result in a fine of NT$6,000. The correct method is to seal it in a bag and hand it directly to the recycling truck. This matters for resource recycling and compliance with regulations.

## Weather forecast: Is a new typhoon on the way? Weather changes across Taiwan! “3 straight days of heavy rain” starting on this day; when skies will clear

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:29:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156852
- anchor: #n2010765

The Central Weather Administration issued high-temperature alerts for 6 counties and cities and forecast consecutive days of heavy rain from Aug. 21 to 23. A tropical disturbance may form over waters east of Guam, and its subsequent movement should be closely monitored.

## Many people have recently had their LINE accounts hacked! Health Insurance Administration warns that receiving “1 message” means it's a scam; click it and your account will disappear instantly

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:26:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156305
- anchor: #n2010766

The Health Insurance Administration warned the public that scammers are impersonating the agency and sending phishing messages via LINE, falsely claiming that a link must be clicked to suspend a health insurance card because of an issue. The real aim is to steal personal information. The warning is crucial for public protection against fraud.

## China-backed property bubble creates a breeding ground for crime! 碧桂園’s “Forest City”: From a Malaysian tycoon’s paradise to a transnational money-laundering hub

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:15:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156524
- anchor: #n2010767
- Companies mentioned: 碧桂園、Danga 88、TRM Labs

Forest City, developed in Malaysia by Chinese property developer 碧桂園, has become a ghost town with an occupancy rate of less than 1% and a hub for international scams and money laundering. Authorities arrested 335 people, bringing the situation to light.

## Store water now! 8 counties and cities across Taiwan will face major water outages tomorrow, leaving “the whole family without water from morning till night”; check outage areas in your home with one click

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:15:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156850
- anchor: #n2010768

Taiwan Water Corporation will suspend water service in parts of 8 counties and cities on Aug. 17 for pipeline work, urging residents to store water in advance and take safety precautions. The measure will affect tens of thousands of households and is necessary maintenance of public infrastructure.

## Why are airplane fuselages all white? It’s not for looks! The secret airlines don’t tell you is revealed

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11047546
- anchor: #n2010607

Akko, a former Japanese flight attendant, revealed on TikTok 4 reasons why aircraft fuselages are white. The color is a rational choice for safety, energy efficiency, cost and maintenance.

## Little Red Riding Hood was never rescued by the hunter in the original ending! In a version from 300 years ago, the girl and her grandmother were eaten outright; the fairy tale was originally a warning for adults

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156330
- anchor: #n2010606

In Perrault’s version of Little Red Riding Hood from 300 years ago, the girl and her grandmother are eaten by the wolf, with no hunter coming to their rescue. The version was originally a warning to young women not to trust strangers, reflecting how fairy tales began as social warnings aimed at adults.

## Don’t just buy umbrellas from 富雨 and Dazhenfeng! Insiders have switched to 1 brand that “stands up to fierce wind and rain, with excellent sun protection and waterproofing”: tough enough to last 10 years without breaking

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156785
- anchor: #n2010605
- Companies mentioned: Rainstory、TOTES、萊登、Rainbow House、富雨、好市多、Kasan Umbrella

Taiwanese netizens recommend Rainstory as a durable folding umbrella. Many say its frame has not broken even after more than 10 years of use, highlighting demand for high-quality umbrellas suited to the climate.

## Lessons from South Korea’s stock plunge: As AI mania turns into a “margin call” nightmare, millions of retail investors are physically and mentally exhausted

- Published: 2026-08-16T09:40:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156768
- anchor: #n2010608
- Companies mentioned: BNY、Societe Generale、SK Hynix、Nvidia

A sharp downturn in overheated investment in AI-related stocks in South Korea has left many individual investors facing huge losses and margin calls. The psychological and financial damage is particularly severe among young people, and the market’s high volatility is raising concerns.

## The Journalist: When The Economist says Taiwan’s democracy is being “held hostage”: Is the West defending Taiwan’s democracy, or demanding that it submit to an anti-China agenda?

- Published: 2026-08-16T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/5541600
- anchor: #n2010609

The Economist says political polarization in Taiwan is weakening democratic governance and benefiting China. The article has sparked debate over the defense budget, partisan confrontation and democratic values, highlighting Western concern about Taiwan’s political stability.

## Should enoki mushrooms be washed? Experts reveal the right answer! Washing 5 types of mushrooms could mean swallowing bacteria

- Published: 2026-08-16T09:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11153796
- anchor: #n2010612
- Companies mentioned: 香港01

Experts explain 5 kinds of mushrooms that should not be washed and which kinds should be washed. Proper handling preserves flavor and ensures safety.

## Why does a “don’t look back” taboo persist in Japan’s mountains? Tales of tengu and foxes “carrying people away” are surprisingly similar to Taiwan’s mogu legends

- Published: 2026-08-16T09:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156240
- anchor: #n2010611

The taboo “do not look back” found in Japanese mountain folklore is associated with the okuriōkami, tengu and being spirited away, and is structurally similar to Taiwan’s 魔神仔 legend.

## After Work, International: The US-China AI battle is on... Has Taiwan picked the right side? Cheng Shih-chia says Taiwan is an assembly nation, with “these years” of dividends still to reap!

- Published: 2026-08-16T09:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156732
- anchor: #n2010610
- Companies mentioned: Anthropic、iKala、Airbnb、Alibaba、Google、NVIDIA

The U.S.-China AI rivalry has expanded to software, drawing attention to Taiwan’s computing-power advantage. iKala Chairman Cheng Shih-chia said Taiwan has a 3-to-5-year window of opportunity as an “assembly nation.”

## Profiles: Why won’t even DPP members speak up for Hsu Chia-ching? Many people have learned what she is like firsthand...

- Published: 2026-08-16T09:20:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11156711
- anchor: #n2010613

Overseas Community Affairs Council Minister Hsu Chia-ching was sanctioned by the Control Yuan for allowing her son to take part in an activity on Dongsha Island, and has also become embroiled in a controversy over overseas inspection trips, raising suspicions of a conflict of interest.

## Her husband was away for 20 years. How did she turn down 108 suitors? Why did the cleverest woman in The Odyssey weave every day, only to secretly undo it at night?

- Published: 2026-08-16T09:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156348
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/3739791-en.html
- anchor: #n2010364

Penelope in the Odyssey cleverly bought time for 3 years by pretending to weave a shroud and unraveling it each night while fending off 108 suitors, all while believing her husband would return. This was not simply a triumph of loyalty, but of wisdom and strategy.

## Even Chen Weiting and Zhang Ruoyun lost out! The top 10 most handsome male stars in military uniforms in mainland Chinese dramas: He takes the crown, the ultimate domineering young marshal with striking brows and starry eyes who captivates viewers instantly

- Published: 2026-08-16T08:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11156527
- anchor: #n2010365

An article introduces the top 10 “military-uniform looks” in mainland Chinese dramas. It analyzes popular actors such as Chen Weiting and Zhang Ruoyun in military uniforms, with Zhong Hanliang’s portrayal of Murong Sishao receiving the highest rating.

## Xu Jianhong column: Navies from 15 countries gather in Baltimore—a maritime celebration of the 250th anniversary of America’s founding

- Published: 2026-08-16T08:10:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11150731
- anchor: #n2010366
- Companies mentioned: アメリカ海軍、アメリカ海岸防衛隊、イギリス皇家空軍、フランス航空暨太空軍

To mark the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States, navies from 15 countries gathered in the Baltic Sea to display sailing ships and warships. The historic maritime event aims to promote international friendship and maritime culture.

## Helping you protect your wallet! Taiwan Futures Exchange rolls out 2 new risk-control measures: Night-session alerts go live on the 17th, risk simulation platform upgraded

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:55:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6577999
- anchor: #n2010693

Taiwan Futures Exchange has introduced two risk-control upgrades, including a risk simulation platform that incorporates stock options and an automatic alert service for night trading, aiming to improve market stability and participants’ ability to hedge risks.

## AI infrastructure demand explodes! Advanced packaging and equipment enter a multiyear expansion cycle

- Published: 2026-08-16T10:10:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6577272
- anchor: #n2010694
- Companies mentioned: 日月光投控、京元電、台積電、致茂、志聖、弘塑、萬潤、均華、印能、竑騰、鴻勁、旺矽

The surge in demand for AI infrastructure means the expansion cycle for advanced packaging and testing and semiconductor equipment will continue for several years. ASE and 京元電 are accelerating construction plans, and Taiwanese equipment manufacturers are also entering a period of high growth.

## SpaceX shares may face another sell-off! 320 million shares are unlocked on 8/20, adding to pressure on early investors to take profits

- Published: 2026-08-16T09:00:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6577983
- anchor: #n2010303
- Companies mentioned: SpaceX、Business Insider、Prof G Markets、Kara Swisher

SpaceX shares could face increased selling pressure from early investors when 320 million shares are unlocked on August 20. Analysts said investors seeking to realize paper gains may sell in succession.

## If you have diabetes, do you know why the flu poses a threefold challenge to your immune system?

- Published: 2026-08-16T09:01:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 照護線上
- Original: https://www.careonline.com.tw/2026/08/202608160800.html
- anchor: #n2010433