環境部 plans new building; Peng Chi-ming says current 經濟部 site is the most likely location
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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環境部 has faced a severe shortage of space since being elevated to ministry status 3 years ago
環境部 hopes to begin construction of a new building at the current 經濟部 site in 5 years
The goal is for 環境部 and its 4 agencies and 1 institute to be housed together within 10 years
The building later became 國家圖書館's Arts and Audiovisual Materials Center, continuing to safeguard the transmission of art and knowledge; after 環境部 was established at ministry level in 112年, it moved in, and the site shifted from economic development and arts and cultural heritage to environmental governance. This year marks a full sexagenary cycle since the 2 buildings were completed
Foreign Ministry welcomes U.S.-Canada leadership and talent delegation; Chen Ming-chi hopes to strengthen exchanges
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Taiwan, the United States and Canada share values of innovation and free markets and are important economic partners in the Indo-Pacific. In recent years, the three sides have achieved fruitful results in trade and economic cooperation
Took a deity statue on a trip around Sichuan, China; Zhao Qun says divine guidance led to a name change that made his entertainment career go more smoothly
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Singer Zhao Qun will release his debut album in November
Chang Hsueh says he supports smuggling motorcycles to Taiwan; Ministry of Economic Affairs: We will investigate to the end; funding illegal activity is hard to understand
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Article 35 of the Act Governing Relations Between the People of the Taiwan Area and the Mainland Area
Get your ID card ready! “2 characters in your name” gets you all-you-can-eat at 8折; 1 eligible person eats free; lobster and beef giveaways—see August restaurant deals across Taiwan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Restaurants and hotels across Taiwan are offering a variety of discounts and perks based on ID cards, names and social media use ahead of summer group dining and the Tanabata shopping season. The campaigns aim to attract families and couples.
貓茶町 opens at 遠東Garden City; popular Tieguanyin cream puffs are half price for the second item; spend NT$250 and get a signature baked pudding or baozhong tea butter pastry
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan tea dessert brand 貓茶町 has opened a new store at 遠東Garden City, offering trial-opening deals including half price on the second popular item, gifts with qualifying purchases and special prices on limited-edition Mid-Autumn Festival products, as it expands its brick-and-mortar presence.
Strongly condemning Cho Jung-tai for refusing to countersign! 民眾黨 caucus warns, “Don’t become a power monster”; 立法院 votes to send the bill directly to a second reading
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The 民众党 caucus in Taiwan’s 立法院 strongly condemned 行政院 President Cho Jung-tai for refusing to countersign two bills, accusing him of abusing his power and warning the government not to become a power monster. 立法院 voted to pass the censure motion and send it directly to a second reading.
Flu cases rise during the back-to-school and travel season! Girl with no medical history dies of severe illness; doctor explains the crucial “48-hour golden treatment window”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Statistics from 台湾疾管署 show 80 new cases of severe flu complications and 17 deaths last week, with influenza A accounting for 89%. A girl with no underlying medical conditions recently died after developing severe flu complications, raising concern about the risks. Experts warn that flu can worsen faster than expected and even healthy children can become seriously ill; treatment should begin within the 48-hour golden window.
A suitcase isn’t sturdier just because it’s harder! Flight attendant shares 5 key things to look for: “roomy, impact-resistant and durable”—and says to avoid 1 color
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
An experienced flight attendant with Air France shares 5 tips for choosing a durable suitcase. She says fabric cases are better than hard-shell ones, and notes that color and the number and material of the wheels also matter.
Companies mentioned：Air France、The New York Post、香港01
NT$10,000 cash handout or “shopping vouchers”? 行政院 reveals key considerations behind the decision and rejects calls to increase it to NT$30,000
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan’s 行政院 responded to questions from business groups and opposition parties about the “NT$10,000 handout” policy, stressing that the money can be used for any purpose. It rejected calls to issue shopping vouchers instead or raise the amount to NT$30,000, citing fiscal discipline.
Test drive》Do their hybrid characters differ? Full review of the Peugeot 3008 and Citroen C5 Aircross
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
寶嘉聯合 held a test-drive event in Hualien for the Peugeot 3008 and Citroen C5 Aircross. Although both vehicles feature the same P2 hybrid technology, their driving characteristics are contrasting. The company also announced special purchase offers for August to strengthen their appeal to consumers.
Taiwan Financial Asset Service Corporation scores first win in public urban renewal, spends NT$750 million to secure 文山靜; each home set to be worth 2千萬
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
台湾金联 has won its first public urban renewal project, 文山静, and will invest NT$754 million to build 68 homes, worth an average of about NT$20.81 million each. The project is expected to be completed in 2033, marking an important milestone in the company’s participation in urban renewal.
Own one from NT$949,000! Updated Mazda CX-5 takes on the SUV market with 54 safety technologies and more space
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Mazda Taiwan unveiled the new CX-5, with sales starting at 949,000 yen. All models come standard with AWD and feature up to 54 safety technologies, strengthening the vehicle's competitiveness in the midsize SUV market.
Economic debate》Europe faces severe water shortages, “at the physical limit”! Even German gas stations are at risk; 9 interactive charts explain the situation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Severe drought hit Europe this summer, and falling water levels in the Rhine and Danube rivers have seriously affected inland transport. In Germany, cargo ships have been restricted to 20% to 30% of their capacity, driving up logistics costs. The impact on economic activity is spreading.
Aiming for 1000 launches in 1 year, Trump orders expansion of commercial space industry; sites for spacecraft return facilities to be assessed within 90 days
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
President Trump directed officials to survey federal land and speed up permitting, with a goal of 1,000 commercial space launches and returns annually by 2030. SpaceX is playing a leading role.
Not the refrigerator or water heater! TOP 10 power-hungry appliances at home; the top money-drainer is no surprise: it’s almost never turned off
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
《網路溫度計DailyView》 analyzed social media activity over the past year and published a ranking of the top 十 most power-hungry household appliances, with electric vehicle charging stations emerging as a potential leader. The findings offer an important reference for raising energy-saving awareness.
華爾街日報》China’s young people embrace “renting instead of buying,” posing a new challenge to the government’s efforts to boost consumption
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Young people in China are starting to choose to rent expensive goods rather than buy them. This poses a new challenge for the Chinese government as it seeks to boost consumption.
Taking on the US$40 trillion debt crisis, Vance reveals: Trump administration is carrying out a “secret economic mission”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
After U.S. government debt exceeded $40 trillion, Vice President Vance said the Trump administration is pursuing a strategy to outpace debt growth with economic growth. Treasury Secretary Bessent is leading what he called an “extremely modest plan.”
Paid into labor insurance until age 65 but still can’t collect a pension! Expert warns that “1 type of person” may lose their premiums and have their contribution record reset, losing all old-age benefits
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Labor Insurance Bureau named 4 occupational unions for falling behind on insurance premium payments and announced that members' benefits would be suspended. Members can have their benefits restored by submitting supporting documents.
Today’s top news (08/21)! NT$10,000 handout hasn’t arrived, but this locality is first to distribute NT$2,000 in cash / Labor Insurance Bureau reveals 1 way to receive NT$15,000 a month in retirement / Could a typhoon head straight for Taiwan?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Several townships in Taiwan have issued cash subsidies early, the Labor Insurance Bureau has proposed a new retirement plan for middle-aged and older unemployed people, and Typhoon Saudel’s approach has triggered weather alerts. Memory shortages are expected to continue through 2027, while public opinion on both sides of the Taiwan Strait remains divided.
Getting richer with age! 3 zodiac signs see their fortunes open up in later life, with successful careers, financial security and endless good fortune
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
搜狐網's analysis says that people born in the Year of the Pig, Ox or Dog—3 zodiac signs—will enjoy better fortunes as they get older, with financial luck and family harmony in their later years. Optimism, hard work and an emphasis on relationships are cited as factors.
Financial debate》A 20-minute delay could trigger a US$100 billion liquidation crisis! Inside Wall Street’s rescue of the teenage stock-trading guru
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The hedge fund Situational Awareness, run by “boy stock god” Aschenbrenner, was pushed to the brink of collapse in July, and Citadel stepped in with a rescue deal 20 minutes before it was too late. Excessive leverage in AI trading triggered a crisis on a scale of hundreds of billions of dollars.
Beijing watch》Are patriotic youths part of a “historical forgery” industry? A photo moves from Guangzhou to the Nanjing Massacre, exposing influencers’ traffic-driven business
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
3 minors in China donated fake historical documents as a purported “patriotic act,” drawing attention on social media. An investigation uncovered the source of the images and historical inaccuracies, prompting concern about the link between nationalism and online traffic.
After 25 years of labor insurance contributions, should you take a lump sum or monthly payments? Expert reveals the best way to claim benefits and how to reach the retirement pension cap without working
【The Journalist】Moderna Surges 177% Then Plunges More Than 20%; Wall Street Moves Early to Price “AI, One Drug for Each Person”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Moderna shares surged 177% after a successful clinical trial for a cancer treatment, then fell more than 20% the next day. Expectations for AI-driven personalized medicine and the market's price-discovery process are drawing attention.
Trump Threatens an “Economic D-Day” to Destroy Iran. Why Is China Among the Hardest Hit?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Former President Trump declared an “economic D-Day” against Iran, with China, Iran's largest trading partner, potentially facing serious consequences. The move could have a major impact on geopolitical tensions and energy markets.
How Much Savings Is “A Lot” for a Couple? Directorate-General of Budget, Accounting and Statistics Releases Average Household Savings—Check in One Click How You Compare
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan's Directorate-General of Budget, Accounting and Statistics released its 2025 household income and expenditure survey, showing average household savings of NT$289,900, a record high. The Hsinchu area ranked first and second in income and savings, driven by the technology industry, reflecting regional economic disparities.
Could Receiving Too Much Retirement Income Cost You Your Senior Allowance? These Types of Income After Age 65 Could Affect Eligibility—What You Need to Know
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
People aged 65 and older do not automatically lose eligibility for the elderly living allowance for low- and middle-income people just because they receive a large pension. Eligibility is determined through a comprehensive review of income and assets, so it depends on each individual's circumstances. This is important information for older people's financial planning.
Economic Debate》Could Just NT$2 Billion More Bring US$40 Trillion in Treasury Debt Back to Life? An In-Depth Look at US Treasury Secretary Bessent's Wizardry
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent doubled long-term Treasury buybacks, lifting the price of 30-year bonds by more than 1%. The move temporarily calmed market concerns amid the highest fiscal deficit ratio in the G7.
Appeal Ruling Reverses Collective Bribery Case Against Legislators! SOGO Case Explained: Hsu Yung-ming and Others Acquitted, Su Chen-ching's 10-Year Sentence Upheld
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Taiwan High Court issued its second-instance ruling in the collective bribery case involving legislators, which stemmed from a dispute over SOGO's management rights. Su Chen-ching's 10-year prison sentence was upheld, while Hsu Yung-ming and Chen Chao-ming were acquitted. The case can still be appealed and has drawn intense attention from political and judicial circles.
Toyota Corolla Loses Out! Top 10 Most Fuel-Efficient Cars: “This One” Takes First Place—Reliable, Holds Its Value, Easy to Maintain, Durable and Stylish
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Toyota Prius once again took first place in the “Top 10 Fuel-Efficient Sedans” ranking published by U.S. media outlet Gobankingrates. Its fuel economy and low maintenance costs received high marks.
Why Is Supermarket Milk Always at the Back? It's Not to Prevent Theft—Store Layouts Conceal a Consumer Trap
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Supermarkets often place essentials such as milk and eggs at the back of the store to increase the distance shoppers walk and their chances of encountering other products. This is part of a store-layout strategy widely used in retail.
Business Debate》Shares Soar 176% Overnight! Moderna's New Melanoma Drug Proven Effective—These “Three Other” Cancers May Benefit Too...
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A personalized mRNA cancer vaccine jointly developed by Moderna and MSD was shown in a Phase 3 trial to reduce the risk of melanoma recurrence. Moderna shares surged more than 176% overnight, drawing attention as a potential dawn of a new era in cancer treatment.
Companies mentioned：Moderna、Merck & Co.、Wall Street Journal
Take Note If You’re Riding the MRT! One Taipei Metro Station May Be Skipped Tomorrow, Aug. 22. Officials Explain Why—Boarding and Alighting Could Be Affected
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
To manage crowds around the Taipei Dome during events, Taipei Metro may have trains skip Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall Station on Aug. 22 to ensure safety. The move reflects its smart crowd-management capabilities and is important for commuters and event attendees.
Rather Than Maximize Floor Efficiency, He Cares More About Feeling at Home After 10 Years: Architect 許獻叡 Responds to Real Family Needs with 登陽華境
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Architect 許獻叡 emphasized the importance of homes that families can live in comfortably for more than 10 years through his design of 登陽華境. The project prioritizes the essentials of daily life over appearance.
Heping Island and Lover's Lake Lose Out! Keelung's Top Attraction Draws 1.13 Million Visitors; Guests Say It's Worth the Price: So Much to See and Do, You Can Spend the Whole Day
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
In Keelung's tourism statistics for the first half of 2026, the National Museum of Marine Science and Technology topped the list with more than 1.13 million visitors. Visitors praised it as “educational and fun” and said they could “spend all day there,” making it a central attraction for regional tourism.
How to Keep Members Engaged Without a Physical Store! iHerb Partners with 微告 and 漸強實驗室 to Use LINE for a New Data-Driven Marketing Model
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
iHerb partnered with Taiwan's 微告 and 漸強實驗室 to help e-commerce sites without physical stores retain customers through data-linked marketing using LINE. First-party data and AI conversational technology provide personalized experiences.
Interviewer Asks, “If One Egg Costs 5 Yuan, How Much Do 10 Cost?” He Says 50 Yuan and Is Rejected—Then Gets Hired with One Sentence
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The interview question “An egg costs 5 yuan; how much do 10 eggs cost?” went viral online in China. It is not simply an arithmetic problem but a way to assess candidates' thinking processes. One applicant who demonstrated flexible thinking was hired.
OpenAI recorded revenue of $6.7 billion in the second quarter but posted an operating loss of $12.3 billion. Anthropic, meanwhile, generated $11.6 billion in revenue and came close to breaking even, surpassing OpenAI. This suggests a shift in the competitive landscape of the AI industry.
New Traffic Rules Take Effect 9/30! Nationwide Uniform Penalties of “NT$36,000 for Violations”—The New Rules at a Glance
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Transportation will introduce uniform nationwide penalties starting September 30 for 7 types of traffic violations, including “operating without a license plate.” The maximum fine has been raised to 36,000 yuan, and the division of responsibilities between tax and vehicle-registration authorities has also been clarified.
Latest on the 2027 Nationwide NT$10,000 Cash Payout! 財政部 Reveals Earliest Disbursement Date; 11 Counties and Cities Offering Top-Ups of Up to NT$15,000 Per Person
Latest on the Nationwide NT$10,000 Payout! Tomorrow, Aug. 22, People Can Get a NT$2,000 Cash Gift—One Location Will Pay Eligible Recipients Directly. Where and How to Collect
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Taiwan government announced a policy called “Sharing the AI Dividend with All,” under which every resident will receive 10,000 yuan in 2027. Several local governments are also making their own cash payments to stimulate the economy.
Beijing Watch》Are Hui Ka Yan and Wei Jianjun Facing Very Different Fates? How China's Private Firms Are Fighting to Survive Amid “Ensuring Home Deliveries” and Legal Constraints
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
許家印, founder of 恒大グループ, was sentenced to life in prison for financial fraud and illegal fundraising, while 恒大グループ was also hit with a massive fine. The case is a symbol of China's property-bubble collapse and tighter oversight.
BBC Explains the “NT$10,000 Cash Payout”: Lai Ching-te Hails an “AI Dividend”—Why Experts Fear a Worsening K-Shaped Economy
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te announced a cash payment of NT$10,000 to each person next year, calling it an “AI dividend.” The announcement sparked criticism from opposition parties and heated public debate, with concerns centering on a worsening K-shaped economy and political electioneering.
Not Chiang Wan-an or Han Kuo-yu! A Major Blue-Camp Figure's Poll Numbers Crush Lai Ching-te; Scholar Assesses the 2028 Outlook: Strong Flavors Don't Last
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen's approval rating reached 53.9%, far ahead of President Lai Ching-te's 39.3%. Scholars say her political strategy has evolved into “Lu Shiow-yen 2.0,” forming a Blue-camp golden triangle with Han Kuo-yu and Chiang Wan-an, with strategic implications for the 2028 election.
Is Your Retirement Pension Going Up? Will Employer Contributions to Labor Pension Rise to 12%? Labor Ministry's Latest Plan Revealed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan's Ministry of Labor is considering raising employers' pension contribution rate from 6% to 12%. The aim is to strengthen workers' retirement security and reflect the change in companies' ESG ratings.
Long-term bond buybacks double in two weeks! Bessent becomes 'America's chief bond trader,' the most aggressive Treasury secretary to intervene in markets in decades
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent has stepped up an unusual market intervention, doubling long-term Treasury repo operations. The move comes amid efforts to contain interest rates and prepare for the election, and he has been described as the most active Treasury secretary in decades.