Have you ever found yourself repeatedly thinking, “So, what's the point?” A ranking of communication habits that quietly annoy people at work, based on a survey of 500 workers 【Supervised by a former NHK announcer】
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Have felt irritated by the way a colleague or supervisor speaks
Said they were confident in their own speaking style
Have actually received feedback about their speaking style
The conclusion never comes, and the speaker goes on too long
They speak so quickly that it's hard to make out what they're saying
Their voice trails off, making them sound unsure
They frequently use verbal tics such as “um” and “uh”
Their voice is so quiet that you have to ask them to repeat themselves
“Kozai in the west, Okura in the east”: The Fish Factory Japan, a seafood wholesaler formed through the merger of former rivals, introduces next-generation uniforms made from used fishing nets in an unlikely partnership with an apparel company
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Record high (¥70,000/kg)
Purchased ¥10 million worth in total
Made using 17% used fishing nets
A total of 42 net manufacturing and seafood processing companies are participating
Companies mentioned：ザ・フィッシュファクトリー・ジャパン株式会社、カイタックグループ、カイタックトレーディング株式会社、株式会社香西物産、株式会社大倉、水産系プラスチック資源リサイクル推進協議会（Re:ism）、八重山漁業協同組合、The Fish Factory Australia
Kenty graces the cover of the special October issue of ViVi! What inspires his creativity? What would he do if he became ViVi’s editor-in-chief? A look inside Kento Nakajima’s mind! [Special bonus included]
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Price: ¥920
Release date: Friday, August 21, 2026
Companies mentioned：ViVi、Netflix、Amazon、楽天ブックス、TVアニメ『攻殻機動隊 THE GHOST IN THE SHELL』
[First nationwide] ART Mutual Aid obtains approval for mutual aid coverage targeting “training and employment” and “nursing care”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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The training and employment system, which takes effect on April 1, 2027
In 2022, obtained approval as the nation’s first mutual aid program for mutual assistance between supervising organizations and registered support organizations
株式会社NINAITE and 株式会社SOUSHINホールディングス sign capital and business alliance — harnessing the power of foreign talent to address labor shortages in the construction industry and develop local talent
A new “In-house Operation / Managed Service Plan” has been added to “ECPRO RPP,” an automatic RPP ad optimization tool for 楽天市場, to support in-house operations and know-how development!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Automatic addition by product and keyword (free for up to 1,000 products)
[Capacity increased from 100 to 200] Report session on the “Survey of the Current Status of Identifying and Utilizing Relationship Populations,” to be held on 8/19 (Wed.) — Capacity increased due to high demand. Findings from a survey of 242 municipalities nationwide will be explained [Free to attend]
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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97.5% of municipalities are concerned about population decline and a shortage of people to support their communities
Just 7.4% have a numerical “overall picture” of their connected population
Original接点は1自治体あたり平均4.2チャネル
Only 4.5% are able to continuously understand people’s “interests and true feelings”
The most common challenge is “unable to measure effectiveness,” at 64.0%
[にじさんじ] First live event for popular unit “3SKM,” featuring 北見遊征, 魁星 and 榊ネス, on 8/22-8/23; the eve-of-event celebration and main event will be streamed live exclusively in Japan on Nico Nico!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Total video views on YouTube have exceeded 210 million
Main-stream viewing ticket: 4,000 yen (tax included)
Liver-camera viewing ticket: 2,000 yen (tax included)
Venue fixed-camera viewing ticket: 1,500 yen (tax included)
Main-stream viewing ticket: 6,500 yen (tax included)
Main-stream viewing ticket with merchandise: 8,500 yen (tax included)
Liver-camera viewing ticket: 2,500 yen (tax included)
Venue fixed-camera viewing ticket: 2,000 yen (tax included)
[An introductory guide for the AI era] Learn the latest in web development with Vite＋Express＋Prisma! Publication of “Introduction to Node.js for Modern Web Application Development”
Hai Zhongxiong’s view: With Minamitorishima and Shin-Etsu Chemical, is Japan’s rare-earth industry on the verge of a major boom?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Japanese government announced plans to develop deep-sea rare-earth mud near Minamitorishima and that 信越化学 will build a new refining plant. The effort aims to reduce dependence on China.
The “Two Horse” leather patch on Levi’s jeans, introduced in 1886, was a visual declaration of the product’s durability and also helped identify the brand. The design dates back more than 100 years.
Gong Sun Ce column: The wars in Ukraine and Iran go on and on—has Sun Tzu’s Art of War said “thanks for watching”?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Columnist Gong Sun Ce analyzes the modern relevance of The Art of War amid the rise of “chronic wars.” Citing Trump’s Iran policy as an example, he says it overlooks the costs of war and humanitarian concerns, leading to strategic failure.
Lin Tengyao’s view: With 7 trillion yuan in budgets for affiliated agencies and funds, will we keep making things up and reviewing them carelessly?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Lin Teng-yao, an emeritus professor at Tunghai University, criticized deliberations on the 115 central government budget. He pointed to a lack of transparency in budgets totaling 7 trillion yuan for affiliated agencies and funds, and called the legislature and the executive branch to account.
Kong Lingxin’s view: With 100 days left in the election campaign, Lai Ching-te and the DPP’s campaign platform is shockingly lackluster!
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Kong Lingxin criticized Lai Ching-te and the Democratic Progressive Party for having no achievements to tout with 100 days left before the election, relying only on the “resist China, protect Taiwan” slogan. He also said their mishandling of the tainted cooking oil incident has fueled public anger, leaving their election prospects worrying.
How do you read all those strange symbols on clothing care labels? Triangles, circles and squares mean completely different things, and many people get them wrong
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
An explainer on how to correctly read clothing care labels details their meanings, which many consumers misunderstand, based on international standards. It explains the five basic symbols for washing, bleaching, drying, ironing and professional cleaning.
Wang Fengsheng’s view: Kaohsiung’s crisis is not losing an election, but losing population
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Kaohsiung’s declining population and the outflow of young people to the north have been described as a crisis in the city’s competitiveness that goes beyond election results. Industrial transformation and policies to retain talent are urgently needed.
Opinion submission: Campaigning is not stock trading—the concerns behind the Taiwan government’s impressive figures
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A financial analyst warned that Taiwan’s AI-driven economic growth is overly concentrated in semiconductors, pointing to wealth inequality and structural risks. The analyst urged the government to remain vigilant.
Chiikawa looks so comforting, so why does it seem more and more cruel to adults? You have to work, earn certifications and strive for higher income; the world is more realistic than it seems
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Chiikawa may look soothing and cute, but its characters reflect the realities of adulthood through work, qualification exams and efforts to increase income. The contrast has resonated with audiences.
Opinion submission: Unprecedented for the president to lead a last-minute rescue effort 100 days out
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te launched a “rescue” campaign in reliably pro-DPP Kaohsiung 100 days before the vote, creating an unusual election spectacle. The move exposed the DPP’s anxiety about the race and may violate election laws.
Lin Ren-bin’s view: After two stone houses remain in Magang—what Taiwan should consider is cultural governance
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
After seven years of litigation, the cultural heritage dispute over Magang’s stone houses is being reconsidered. Lin Ren-bin urges Taiwan to move beyond preserving individual cases and establish a comprehensive cultural governance system that values the context of settlements and resident participation, a matter with far-reaching policy implications.
Chu Shu-chuan column: Fish are getting more expensive; bottom trawling should be phased out
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The depletion of marine resources caused by bottom trawling lies behind rising fish prices. Experts have called for tighter regulations and support to help businesses transition, while the Agriculture Ministry’s lack of action remains a challenge.
Wang Qi’s view: Understanding the polls—did President Lai dismiss three polling firms with one swipe by saying Kaohsiung has fake polls?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
President Lai Ching-te alleged that fake polls and Chinese interference had emerged in the Kaohsiung election, sparking controversy over media and political manipulation. Several polling organizations were accused without justification.
Opinion submission: After stacked orders are priced item by item—examining the special law on food delivery through the lens of fair compensation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Since Taiwan’s delivery-specific law took effect, “per-order payment for stacked orders” has become a practical point of contention. The fairness of compensation and cost-sharing is under scrutiny, with concerns about the impact on the industry as a whole.
Opinion submission: Jin Mingri’s release draws attention—religious belief is not a cover for illegal activity
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Pastor Jin Mingri, founder of China’s underground Zion Church, was released after six months in detention, prompting discussion about religious freedom and the rule of law, as well as speculation about China-U.S. relations.
Companies mentioned：House of Prayer Christian Church (HOPCC)
Why do escalator steps always have grooves? It’s not just for grip—the real purpose is to prevent this dangerous incident
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The grooves on escalator steps are not merely for traction: they mesh with the comb plate at the exit to prevent foreign objects from getting caught. This safety design is also stipulated in Taiwan’s safety standards.
Mizuho sparks AI networking rally; Credo, Marvell and Ciena surge across the board
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Following research by Mizuho Securities, AI network infrastructure-related stocks Credo, Marvell and Ciena surged. The rally points to AI investment expanding beyond GPUs, driven in particular by growing demand for NPO and CPO technologies.
Nonaccrual loan ratio hits a 十-year high! Bad-loan share in private credit highest in 5 years; software and healthcare first to blow up
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The non-accrual loan ratio in the private credit market has reached a 10-year high. Highly leveraged companies in the software and healthcare sectors are a key factor, raising concerns about the impact on investors.
U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding expires without extension; Trump urges Iran to “raise the white flag and surrender”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
A memorandum of understanding between the U.S. and Iran concerning the Strait of Hormuz expired and was not extended. President Trump demanded Iran “surrender with a white flag,” heightening regional tensions. Oil prices rose, deepening international concerns.
Trump’s investment strategy revealed! He made 2.1万 trades in 1 year; tax savings through individual stocks become a new way for the rich to invest
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Trump conducted 21,000 financial transactions in 2025, drawing attention to tax-saving strategies using direct indexing. The combination of high-frequency trading and tax benefits is emerging as a new investment approach among the wealthy.
Cybercab commercialization enters countdown; Tesla reportedly to begin employee test rides in Austin in August
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Tesla plans to begin employee test rides in its Cybercab in Austin, Texas, in August. The move is an important step toward commercializing fully autonomous vehicles without steering wheels and brings a full-scale rollout of its Robotaxi service closer.
Micron and SanDisk lead chip stocks higher; Philadelphia Semiconductor Index returns to bull market as investors grow more confident in AI spending
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. semiconductor stocks rose on expectations that AI demand will remain strong. The U.S. government signaled plans to restrict the use of Chinese-made memory chips, potentially benefiting U.S. manufacturers.
Trump blocks U.S. companies from buying Chinese memory chips; Micron shares top $1000
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The U.S. government advised U.S. companies to stop using Chinese-made memory, while Micron shares topped $1,000. AI demand and policy support could strengthen the position of non-Chinese manufacturers.
Will the AI bubble “not” repeat the dot-com bubble? New York Stock Exchange veteran of 41 years reveals 3 major differences: stocks are still worth buying
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Peter Tuchman, a trader with 41 years of experience at the New York Stock Exchange, analyzed the differences between the AI bubble and the dot-com bubble. He said current market valuations are reasonable, corporate earnings are strong and retail investor funds are steady, so stocks remain worth investing in. He also cautioned investors against 三 major mistakes.
After soaring more than 6 times, SanDisk gets cut in half; hedge funds sharply divided on holdings, with Dalio, Tepper and others exiting
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
SanDisk shares fell 50% after rising 628% year to date. Hedge funds are divided on the stock, with some adding to their investments while others take profits and exit. Differences in views on AI demand have become clear.
New York forex: Dollar weakens as rate-hike expectations ease, but rising oil prices limit losses
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The U.S. dollar fell as expectations of interest-rate hikes diminished, but rebounded from its lows on higher oil prices. Middle East tensions and economic data are driving currency movements.
SpaceX’s largest shareholders finally revealed; new wave of share lockup expirations tests rally
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Alphabet and Fidelity Investments have emerged as major SpaceX shareholders. At the same time, transfer restrictions on hundreds of millions of shares were lifted, drawing attention to the impact on market supply and demand.
Companies mentioned：Alphabet、Fidelity Investments、NVIDIA、Saudi Arabia Public Investment Fund、Harvard Management Company、Baillie Gifford
After-hours U.S. stocks: U.S.-Iran 60-day negotiation deadline arrives; oil and bond pressures hit Nasdaq, while Philadelphia Semiconductor Index surges against the trend
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The deadline for U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks expired, reigniting geopolitical risks. Oil prices and U.S. long-term yields rose, heightening caution toward risk assets. Meanwhile, AI-related semiconductor stocks remained firm.
Energy after-hours: Iran war deadlock sends oil up more than $2; Brent nears $91
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Oil prices surged amid rising international tensions. Stalled diplomatic talks over Iran and risks to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz have fueled concerns about supply.
Companies mentioned：Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC)、Saudi Aramco、SEB Research、Price Futures Group、Naga.com
Yuan Zhifeng column: China’s July economic data miss expectations
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
China’s July economic indicators came in below market expectations, heightening concerns about an economic slowdown. Meanwhile, Hong Kong stocks rebounded, with technology and semiconductor shares rising. Alibaba also moved to sell its gaming business and focus on its AI strategy.