# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-19 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 6 of 6

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 277 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 263 items from 7 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Photo shows the People’s Liberation Army landing with new Taiwan dollars! A fan page looks at “monthly pension cut by 75%” to examine cross-strait financial warfare: Would an attack on Taiwan involve no burning, killing or looting?

- Published: 2026-08-19T14:11:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157710
- anchor: #n2082543
- Companies mentioned: 世界特種部隊與軍武資料庫、風傳媒

A retired officer had 75% of his monthly salary suspended for standing for China's national anthem, while the People's Liberation Army publicized occupation exercises involving the New Taiwan dollar. The cross-strait “financial war” is coming into view.

## Kaohsiung Ocean Party arrives 8/22! Teaming up with 圓眼水族館 to create a starlit waterfront marine playground

- Published: 2026-08-19T14:11:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157709
- anchor: #n2082544
- Companies mentioned: 圓眼水族館

The 2026 Kaohsiung Ocean Party will be held from Aug. 22 to 23. Combining 圓眼水族館’s IP with Starlight Waterfront Park, it will create a marine-themed playground for families and boost the appeal of tourism around Kaohsiung Harbor.

## Trading military uniform for the fields! Retired veterans turn to agriculture, with monthly income reaching 50,000 yuan; Agriculture Bureau and Veterans Service Office open up new farming careers

- Published: 2026-08-19T14:09:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157708
- anchor: #n2082545
- Companies mentioned: 美濃區農會

The Kaohsiung City Government's Agriculture Bureau and the Veterans Service Office held an agricultural job-matching event for retired veterans, with a paid training program offering the prospect of monthly income exceeding 50,000 yen. Support for new careers after retirement is drawing attention.

## Key meeting in Taishan oil products case revealed; Chairman Liu Weilong ordered immediate notification

- Published: 2026-08-19T14:07:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157707
- anchor: #n2082546
- Companies mentioned: 中聯油脂、福壽、福懋、愛之味、SGS

Taisun Enterprise voluntarily reported that carcinogens in 中聯油脂 exceeded safety limits, and Chairman Liu Weilong ordered an immediate response. The case highlighted the importance of consumer protection and corporate governance.

## Councilor Lin Shuo-yen leads protest over “150 ping becoming 300 ping”; all sides demand that Cheng Chao-fang explain

- Published: 2026-08-19T14:01:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157705
- anchor: #n2082547
- Companies mentioned: 美麗島電子報、新竹縣政府、竹東鎮公所

Cheng Chao-fang, a candidate for Hsinchu County commissioner, faced criticism over allegations of illegal construction at his family's farm building, as DPP lawmakers and civic groups staged protests. The building is suspected of having expanded from 150 ping to 300 ping, prompting growing calls for a fair investigation.

## Applications for 384 Daliao social housing units close in 1 week! Kaohsiung has added more than 22,000 social housing units in 6 years, the most among the six special municipalities

- Published: 2026-08-19T14:00:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11157704
- anchor: #n2082548
- Companies mentioned: 國家住宅及都市更新中心、高雄市住宅及都市更新中心

Applications to rent 384 units at Kaohsiung’s Daliao social housing development enter their final week and close on Aug. 25. During Mayor Chen Chi-mai’s tenure, 22,000 social housing units were added, the most among the six special municipalities, highlighting the results of his housing policy.

## E Ink teams up with 明典光明燈 to expand e-paper expertise into religious venues

- Published: 2026-08-19T17:03:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6581480
- anchor: #n2087436
- Companies mentioned: 明典光明燈

E Ink Holdings teamed up with 明典光明燈 to bring e-paper technology to temple prayer lamp stands. Combining low power consumption with display retention during power outages, the initiative advances the digital transformation of religious venues and demonstrates the potential for innovative e-paper applications in traditional cultural settings.

## Semiconductor boom lifts the won, breaking above the 1400 mark for the first time in 10 months

- Published: 2026-08-19T16:38:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6581406
- anchor: #n2087437
- Companies mentioned: SK海力士、バ克莱銀行、韓国銀行（BOK）、米連邦準備制度理事会（Fed）

The South Korean won strengthened past 1,400 per dollar for the first time in 10 months, reaching 1,398.80 won. The main factors were easing concerns about U.S. rate hikes and the repatriation of funds by semiconductor companies. The impact on the broader economy is mixed.

## ScinoPharm generic drug wins Japanese PMDA marketing approval, targeting a US$155 million market

- Published: 2026-08-19T16:31:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6581464
- anchor: #n2087438
- Companies mentioned: Fuji Pharma Co., Ltd.、PMDA、IQVIA

MediRox (1795-TW) received Japan PMDA marketing approval for a generic drug of its self-developed pomalidomide capsules. The approval opens the way to entering a $155 million market, with sales to begin in partnership with Fuji Pharma. This is the company's second approved product in the Japanese market.

## Inflation worries weigh on economic recovery! Four-fifths of European countries are saving heavily while US savings fall below pre-pandemic levels; why is the economic divide across the Atlantic widening?

- Published: 2026-08-19T16:30:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6581419
- anchor: #n2087439
- Companies mentioned: IMF、INGグループ、ベレンベーグ銀行、ドイツIMK研究所、ドイツNIM研究所

European households are increasing savings amid concerns about inflation and uncertainty, weighing on consumption. In contrast, the U.S. savings rate is declining and consumption is buoyant, widening the economic recovery gap across the Atlantic. This will have a major impact on future growth trends.

## 〈Taipei International Automation Exhibition〉Adlink’s business emerges from the doldrums and gains momentum in the second half; AI and humanoid robot products to ramp up next year

- Published: 2026-08-19T16:20:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6581415
- anchor: #n2087440
- Companies mentioned: 工研院、仁宝、Synapticon

Industrial computer maker Adlink announced that its operations have stabilized. AI and humanoid robot products are set to ramp up next year, and the company unveiled the RoboWIZ open platform at the Taipei International Automation Exhibition to meet rising demand for a US non-China supply chain.

## TSMC’s A16 backside power delivery technology breakthrough! Another step forward in the angstrom-scale race: speed up 10%, power consumption down 20%

- Published: 2026-08-19T16:20:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6581372
- anchor: #n2087442
- Companies mentioned: インテル、サムスン電子

TSMC established backside power delivery technology with its A16 process as the world's first imaging CMOS platform. The technology is expected to dramatically improve the performance and efficiency of AI/HPC chips.

## Japanese household products giant 花王 transforms into a “chip-washing champion”; its first overseas cleaning center is in Hsinchu

- Published: 2026-08-19T16:20:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6581416
- anchor: #n2087441
- Companies mentioned: 花王、台積電、三星、鎧俠、味之素、TOTO、日東電工

Facts:
- The company holds about 60% of the market for precision cleaning agents used on packaging substrates in the semiconductor back-end process
- 花王’s chemical business, including precision semiconductor cleaning agents, posted net sales of 247.2 billion yen in the first half
- Up 9.4% year on year
- In front-end wafer manufacturing, cleaning accounts for about 30% of all process steps

## 永續債熱度不減！台積電、台電成發行領頭羊 今年已發30檔 年底可望達標千億

- Published: 2026-08-19T16:18:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6581401
- anchor: #n2087443
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、台電、兆豐國際商業銀行、渣打銀行、永豐商業銀行、台灣大哥大、高雄市政府、法商巴黎銀行、富邦銀行、遠傳電信、土地銀行、KEB Hana Bank

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## Oil prices and bond yields squeeze markets! Japanese stocks plunge more than 2100 points, South Korean stocks fall more than 5%; chip stocks hit hardest

- Published: 2026-08-19T16:17:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6581429
- anchor: #n2087444
- Companies mentioned: 三星電子、SK海力士、鎧俠

Facts:
- The Nikkei 225 index (NKY) ended down more than 2100 points
- South Korea’s KOSPI opened below 6600 points
- Opened at 6528.77 points
- Fell 4.96%
- Hit an intraday low of 6404.26 points
- Losses widened to 6.78%
- 三星電子 plunged as much as 7.8% intraday
- SK海力士 fell even further, down 9.5%
- 日經225指數早盤跌破6萬6000點
- Hit an intraday low of 65412 points
- Fell 2134.31 points
- Closed at 65326.42 points

## Taiwan stocks fall below the quarterly moving average; foreign investors sell another NT$41.6 billion, with the 3 major institutional investors jointly selling NT$70.848 billion

- Published: 2026-08-19T16:03:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6581428
- anchor: #n2082849

Taiwan's stock market fell below its quarterly moving average on the 19th amid weakness in electronics shares, closing at 44,719.35 points, down 589.33 points. The three major institutional investors recorded combined net sales of NT$70.848 billion, with foreign investors selling NT$41.639 billion.

## Yen intervention risks rise as the Swiss franc emerges as a new favorite funding currency for carry trades

- Published: 2026-08-19T16:00:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6581402
- anchor: #n2082850
- Companies mentioned: Neuberger Berman、Bank of America、ING、JPMorgan、Crédit Agricole、Swiss National Bank

Investors are shifting from the yen to the Swiss franc as a funding currency for carry trades. The shift is driven by foreign-exchange intervention risks and differences in policy stances.

## Unitree fast-tracks humanoid robots; the future challenge is the missing “brain”

- Published: 2026-08-19T15:30:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6581359
- anchor: #n2082852
- Companies mentioned: 科大訊飛、中大力德、綠的諧波、臥龍電驅、美團、小米、順為資本、中信證券、Agility

Chinese humanoid robot maker Unitree Robotics listed on the Shanghai STAR Market, becoming the first robotics stock on the A-share market. Founder Wang Xingxing became the first billionaire born in the 90s, as the company's technology and commercialization strategy won recognition.

## AI rivals’ quarterly results flip! WSJ: OpenAI’s Q2 revenue rose just 18% quarter over quarter, far below Anthropic’s growth of more than 140%

- Published: 2026-08-19T15:30:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6581375
- anchor: #n2082851
- Companies mentioned: OpenAI、Anthropic、SpaceX、摩根士丹利、高盛、モルガン・スタンレー、モルガン・チェース、JPMorgan Chase

Anthropic overtook OpenAI in Q2 revenue and posted its first-ever quarterly profit. Slowing growth and widening losses have cast a shadow over OpenAI's IPO plans. The development symbolizes a shift in AI industry valuations toward “efficiency” and “unit economics.”

## Financial Times: China approves small batch of NVIDIA H200 chips; ByteDance and 騰訊 each receive 10,000 units

- Published: 2026-08-19T15:29:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6581403
- anchor: #n2082853
- Companies mentioned: NVIDIA、字節跳動、騰訊、聯想、Anthropic

China authorized small-volume imports of NVIDIA's H200 GPUs, with 字節跳動 and 騰訊 each obtaining 10,000 units. The move is intended to help Chinese companies develop advanced models amid the U.S.-China AI race and is strategically significant.

## Gifting assets before death does not completely avoid inheritance tax: understanding deemed estates from the 2 years before death

- Published: 2026-08-19T15:26:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6581405
- anchor: #n2082854
- Companies mentioned: 永誠資產管理處

Facts:
- The family’s final inheritance tax bill came to 2 million yuan
- The inheritance tax calculated proportionally on this portion is 400,000 yuan
- The remaining 1.6 million yuan will be paid by the tax obligors for the other estate assets
- Previously, only those with tax liabilities above a certain amount could apply for installments. The proposed amendment would eliminate the original 300,000-yuan threshold

## 〈台股盤後〉電子股無力、下殺589點 失守4萬5及季線大關

- Published: 2026-08-19T15:20:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6581392
- anchor: #n2082855
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、聯發科、台達電、鴻海、日月光投控、台光電、聯亞、統新、汎銓、IET-KY、全新、日電貿、信昌電、華新科、蜜望實、禾伸堂、國巨

Taiwan's stock market closed down 589.33 points today amid weakness in electronics shares, losing the 45,000-point level and its quarterly moving average. Trading volume also fell sharply from the previous day.

## NVIDIA shares undervalued by 50%? BofA says “Buy,” sets $350 price target

- Published: 2026-08-19T15:10:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6580815
- anchor: #n2082856
- Companies mentioned: OpenAI、SpaceX、Intel、American Bank

A U.S. bank said the market has overplayed risks associated with the expansion of 輝達's AI ecosystem, leaving the stock undervalued by 34%-50% relative to its intrinsic value. It maintained a Buy rating and set a target price of $350.

## Topco targets robotics opportunities, partnering with Japan’s SCIVAX on new vision and tactile technologies

- Published: 2026-08-19T14:55:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6581347
- anchor: #n2082465
- Companies mentioned: SCIVAX

Taiwanese semiconductor materials leader Topco Scientific partnered with Japanese company SCIVAX to jointly showcase robot vision and tactile sensor technologies at the 2026 Taipei International Automation Industry Exhibition. The partnership is accelerating the practical application of high-precision, miniaturized 3D sensing and optical tactile technologies.

## HIWIN outlook: flexes its muscles at TAIROS with CPO optical coupling process; logistics robot revision samples to ship in November

- Published: 2026-08-19T14:51:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6581348
- anchor: #n2082466
- Companies mentioned: 大銀微系統

HIWIN showcased CPO optical coupling process technology and a dual-arm logistics robot at TAIROS, and said preparations for mass production of planetary roller screws are complete, strengthening its leadership in precision motion control and smart automation.

## Anthropic races toward an autumn IPO, but revenue faces questions over missing targets; a 百億 credit line carries outsized expectations

- Published: 2026-08-19T14:50:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6581360
- anchor: #n2082467
- Companies mentioned: OpenAI、Amazon、Google、SpaceX、TickerTrends、Yipit

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## From Japan to Germany, investors are fleeing long-term bonds: Why did a 20-year US Treasury auction spook Korean stocks into a nearly 6% slide and the Nikkei into a drop of more than 3%?

- Published: 2026-08-19T14:40:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6581323
- anchor: #n2082468
- Companies mentioned: CreditSights、MissionSquare、ニューヨークメロン銀行、富国銀行

A U.S. Treasury refinancing auction for 20-year bonds on the 19th triggered a 6% drop in South Korean stocks and a fall of more than 3% in the Nikkei average. Expanding fiscal deficits have sent long-term interest rates surging, destabilizing markets around the world.

## HIWIN outlook: Orders visible through Q1 next year! 卓文恒 bullish on second half, sees no obstacle to double-digit full-year revenue growth

- Published: 2026-08-19T14:13:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6581328
- anchor: #n2082469

With strong demand for AI and semiconductor equipment, HIWIN Technology has order visibility through Q1 2027. Capacity is fully booked and the company is adding staff, with double-digit full-year revenue growth expected.

## BofA warns the bull trade is overcrowded! Stock allocations hit a nearly 5-year high, while an AI bubble is the biggest tail risk

- Published: 2026-08-19T14:10:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6580814
- anchor: #n2082470

Michael Hartnett of a U.S. bank warned that equity allocations have reached their highest level in the past 5 years and that an AI bubble is the biggest tail risk. Signs of market overheating are intensifying.

## Amended Annual Securities Report—41st Fiscal Year (2024/02/01–2025/01/31)

- Published: 2026-08-19T16:18:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E8%A8%82%E6%AD%A3%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC41%E6%9C%9F(2024%2F02%2F01%EF%BC%8D2025%2F01%2F31)-2026-08-19%2016%3A18
- anchor: #n2083031
- Companies mentioned: 新都ホールディングス株式会社

新都ホールディングス株式会社 has filed an amended annual securities report for its 41st fiscal year. The filing aims to ensure transparency in financial information.

## Amended Annual Securities Report—42nd Fiscal Year (2025/02/01–2026/01/31)

- Published: 2026-08-19T16:17:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E8%A8%82%E6%AD%A3%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC42%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F02%2F01%EF%BC%8D2026%2F01%2F31)-2026-08-19%2016%3A17
- anchor: #n2083030
- Companies mentioned: 新都ホールディングス株式会社

新都ホールディングス株式会社 has filed an amended annual securities report for its 42nd fiscal year. The amendment is based on timely disclosure.

## Amended Annual Securities Report—103rd Fiscal Year (2025/04/01–2026/03/31)

- Published: 2026-08-19T15:51:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E8%A8%82%E6%AD%A3%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC103%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F04%2F01%EF%BC%8D2026%2F03%2F31)-2026-08-19%2015%3A51
- anchor: #n2082845

株式会社北紡 has filed an amended annual securities report for its 103rd fiscal year. The filing aims to improve the accuracy of financial reporting.

## Annual Securities Report—28th Fiscal Year (2025/05/21–2026/05/20)

- Published: 2026-08-19T15:35:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC28%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F05%2F21%EF%BC%8D2026%2F05%2F20)-2026-08-19%2015%3A35
- anchor: #n2082747

The annual securities report for the 28th fiscal year of 株式会社クスリのアオキホールディングス has been published. It discloses the company's business results and financial position for the period to investors.

## Annual Securities Report—19th fiscal year (2025/06/01–2026/05/31)

- Published: 2026-08-19T15:33:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC19%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F06%2F01%EF%BC%8D2026%2F05%2F31)-2026-08-19%2015%3A33
- anchor: #n2082746

Sansan株式会社の第19期有価証券報告書が公表された。投資家に向けて同社の1年間の経営成績や財務状況が開示された。

## Severe itchy skin and hard nodules? Doctor warns they could be caused by 1 disease - Heho健康

- Published: 2026-08-19T17:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | Heho健康
- Original: https://heho.com.tw/archives/385800
- anchor: #n2087680

Facts:
- 35-year-old woman

## Blood pressure medication not working no matter how you take it? Beware “endocrine hypertension” - Heho健康

- Published: 2026-08-19T16:58:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | Heho健康
- Original: https://heho.com.tw/archives/385750
- anchor: #n2087681
- Companies mentioned: Heho健康

Facts:
- 52-year-old woman
- For nearly 3 months
- Blood pressure as high as 180/110 mmHg

## The common “poly-cystic” condition in women has officially been renamed! The 三 key facts about PMOS: “Stop assuming ovarian cysts are involved” - Heho健康

- Published: 2026-08-19T16:55:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | Heho健康
- Original: https://heho.com.tw/archives/385752
- anchor: #n2087682

Facts:
- In 2026, leading medical experts worldwide, international obstetrics and gynecology and endocrinology societies, and patient organizations reached a formal consensus

## Don’t ignore red flags for obesity in health check results; chronic inflammation may be developing inside the body! Doctors explain the origins of metabolic syndrome, comorbidity risks and weight-loss methods - Heho健康

- Published: 2026-08-19T16:16:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | Heho健康
- Original: https://heho.com.tw/archives/385784
- anchor: #n2087683
- Companies mentioned: Heho健康

Facts:
- Health check results show red flags for the 三 highs

## Are your “glycated hemoglobin” results accurate? Beware potential pitfalls in diabetes management!

- Published: 2026-08-19T17:01:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 照護線上
- Original: https://www.careonline.com.tw/2026/08/202608191600.html
- anchor: #n2087606

## [全聯會 & Health Promotion Administration press release] The heat persists after the start of autumn; stay vigilant against heat-related illness as the end of summer approaches

- Published: 2026-08-19T01:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中華民國醫師公會全國聯合會
- Original: https://www.tma.tw/meeting/meeting_info.asp?/14686.html
- anchor: #n2087710
- Companies mentioned: 中華民國醫師公會全國聯合會、衛生福利部國民健康署、全聯會、中央氣象署

The Health Promotion Administration and 全聯會 issued a press release reminding the public that Taiwan remains hot even after the start of autumn and the end of summer. They urged people to remember the 三-character “cool, replenish, care” mantra to prevent heat-related illness: keep indoor spaces ventilated and cool, drink water in small amounts at frequent intervals, and heed weather alerts.

Facts:
- 36 degrees Celsius and above
- 150 to 250 cc of water
- Every 15 to 20 minutes
- August 14, 115