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One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 44 items from 5 sources; Japan, 4 items from 1 source.
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The pay ranking for the cast of Chinese drama “The Blossoming Splendor” has been released, with lead actor Ding Yuxi topping the list at 10 million yuan. Deng Enxi followed at 6 million yuan. The pay gap has become a hot topic, attracting viewers’ attention.
Through the picky eating of Izutsumi, a character in “Delicious in Dungeon,” and Senshi’s response, the story depicts mature relationships in which people respect each other’s differences while maintaining group rules. This is not merely a story about food, but an important theme that examines the nature of human relationships.
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Companies mentioned：LINE、Netflix、iQIYI、imdb
Taiwan’s weighted stock index rose 291 points on the 21st, but major stocks were weak. Meanwhile, institutional funds have flowed into satellite communications and commercial space stocks, a trend experts describe as “short-term shakeouts and a bullish medium-term outlook.”
Companies mentioned：璟德、欣興、友達、華通、臻鼎、南亜科、華邦電、聯電
According to a poll by Storm Media, 49.1% of Taiwan residents are dissatisfied with the Lai Ching-te–Cho Jung-tai administration’s response to the tainted oil scandal, while 51.4% want political appointees to resign. Trust in the administrative team is facing a serious crisis.
The hidden-camera problem at medical aesthetics clinics has exposed shortcomings in medical governance. Legal scholar Lee Li-chung has called for clear guidelines to be established from the time clinics open.
New Taipei mayoral candidate Lee Szu-chuan sparked controversy after wrongly saying Bus 307 travels on the highway. He later rode the bus himself and admitted his mistake, emphasizing the importance of integrating cross-jurisdictional transit. The move showed sincerity in addressing public concerns, but also exposed his lack of familiarity with local transport.
As summer vacation drew to a close, parents and students flocked to Costco to buy stationery and household goods, kicking off a back-to-school shopping rush as netizens enthusiastically shared their must-buy lists.
Taiwan’s stock market climbed back above 45,000 points on the 21st, but trading volume contracted, and the main board diverged from the over-the-counter market. Financial expert Ruan Mu-hua outlined 3 indicators to watch next Monday to determine whether the breakout is false.
Shares of Evergreen Marine, Yang Ming and Wan Hai Lines, the container-shipping trio, rose. Higher freight rates and increased revenue have improved their fundamentals, showing signs of a market revaluation.
Companies mentioned：マースク（Maersk）
Retired public servants, including police officers, firefighters and Coast Guard personnel, protested at the Executive Yuan, demanding payment of pension differences. Former legislator Yu Yu-lan warned that rights guaranteed by law are not being honored.
New Taipei mayoral candidate Lee Szu-chuan of the Kuomintang was criticized by political figures for lacking policy knowledge after wrongly saying Bus 307 “goes on the highway” and arguing that cross-city buses should not be managed separately, sparking public controversy.
Legislative Yuan Vice President Chiang Chi-chen announced his candidacy for Taichung mayor, citing 15 years of local service. He plans to advance transport infrastructure, agricultural reform and industrial upgrading to retain young talent.
Kuan Bi-ling, chair of the Ocean Affairs Council, met with Stephen Hsu, the new director of the American Institute in Taiwan’s Kaohsiung Branch, to strengthen cooperation on maritime security, youth development and drone technology. The effort comes amid a push to counter China’s gray-zone operations.
Companies mentioned：アメリカ在台協会
The 2026 Hsinchu International Kite Festival will be held from August 29 to 30 under the theme “Images of Taiwan,” combining Taiwanese culture and technology. Announced by Mayor Kao Hung-an, the event will invite the public to take part and showcase the city’s appeal.
The Hsinchu City Government will attend Singapore’s autumn travel fair from August 21 to 23, 2026, promoting the city as a tourist destination under the theme “Hsinchu Way” and seeking to attract independent travelers from Singapore to discover and visit Hsinchu.
Nantou County has teamed up with tourism associations to roll out “Peace Tea,” with traffic-safety messages printed on tea packaging. The innovative initiative aims to promote safety awareness among tourists in an engaging way.
Companies mentioned：南投縣觀光產業聯盟協會、南投縣清境觀光協會、南投縣日月潭民宿協會
Changhua County held a Taiwan-Japan disaster preparedness symposium, bringing in Japan’s disaster prevention specialist system and experience in public-private collaboration to strengthen local resilience and encourage public participation.
Companies mentioned：日本防災士會、橫濱市消防局、橫濱市民防災中心、國立彰化師範大學
台中市生命禮儀管理處 has completed the rollout of an AI customer service system and upgraded its funeral information system, offering 24-hour smart Q&A and cremation case progress checks to make services more transparent and convenient.
Companies mentioned：台中市生命禮儀管理處
The Kaohsiung City Book Fair will be held at the Kaohsiung Main Public Library in September 2026, with 70 independent bookstores from across Taiwan taking part. Under the theme “Reading Commons,” the urban reading festival will bring together bookstores, book markets and libraries.
Companies mentioned：北九州市漫画博物館、角川武藏野博物館、坡州図書館
The National Academy of Marine Research under the Ocean Affairs Council and 未來親子出版 have partnered to release 《博卡喇的銀角仔》, the first Taiwanese-language picture book about underwater cultural heritage. In response to the inaugural International Day for Underwater Cultural Heritage, the book turns the history of a century-old shipwreck into a story for families to read together, deepening education about maritime culture.
Companies mentioned：未來親子
Japanese monk and musician Yakushiji Hirokuni will appear for the first time at the 37th Traditional Arts Golden Melody Awards, teaming up with 三 renowned opera masters for a cross-genre opening performance blending Buddhist chanting, electronic music and traditional opera. It is set to be the ceremony’s biggest highlight.
Kaohsiung City and Wealth Magazine held the “2026 Kaohsiung City and Industry Development Forum,” where representatives from government, industry and academia discussed AI, semiconductors and urban governance. Mayor Chen Chi-mai is accelerating infrastructure development with a “move, move, move” approach, advancing the creation of a technology S-corridor and the Asia New Bay Area economic zone.
Companies mentioned：台積電、義隆電子、中華電信、第一金私募股權公司、日本森大廈
The Kaohsiung City Government is promoting Mid-Autumn gift boxes made by organizations for people with disabilities, with orders exceeding 1.1萬 boxes—well above last year’s total—showing stronger social support for employment opportunities for people with disabilities.
Psychologist Haitai Xiong spoke in Tainan about career changes and psychological adjustment, emphasizing that existing expertise can serve as a starting point in a new field. He encouraged people to accept themselves and make use of government resources to explore career paths.
Hsinchu County Magistrate Yang Wen-ke held cooperation talks with the city of Barreiro in southern Portugal and others, exploring collaboration on urban governance, industrial transformation and renewable energy. The talks mark a new step in local-level cooperation between Taiwan and Portugal.
Companies mentioned：UrHome Portugal
The Pingtung County Government and 漢神洲際購物廣場 will hold the “Pingtung Products Expo” from Aug. 21 to 30, featuring 35 local brands to capture the late-summer vacation shopping rush and raise the profile of local industries.
Companies mentioned：漢神洲際購物廣場、屏東縣工商發展投資策進會
KMT New Taipei mayoral candidate Li Sichuan mistakenly said Route 307 runs through Sanxia and uses the highway, prompting DPP lawmaker Lin Chuyin to question his grasp of local transportation and sparking public discussion. The incident highlights the candidate’s lack of basic knowledge about municipal affairs.
The Kaohsiung City Government Tourism Bureau unveiled the “KEEP VIBRANT KAOHSIUNG” pavilion at the 2026 Taiwan International Travel Fair, promoting major events in the second half of the year, including concerts by WATERBOMB and BTS, to boost the city’s tourism appeal.
Companies mentioned：高雄市輪船股份有限公司、亞耕酒業、六龜區新發社區發展協會、裕賀牛觀光工廠、高雄市民宿發展協會
Miaoli County has expanded YouBike to all 18 townships, reaching a new milestone in green transportation. County Magistrate Chung Tung-chin and YouBike jointly announced the expansion, which is expected to improve convenience for residents and benefit environmental protection.
Companies mentioned：微笑单车公司
Nantou County took part in a travel fair in Singapore, stepping up efforts to attract international tourists by promoting nature experiences and a slower pace of life. In partnership with the Taiwan Visitors Association, it is advancing a sustainable tourism model.
Companies mentioned：台灣觀光協會、南投縣清境觀光協會、退輔會清境農場、九族文化村、東埔帝綸大飯店
European stocks rose as investors assessed U.S. fiscal policy. The Paris market ended its 9-session losing streak.
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Companies mentioned：倫敦FTSE 100指數、法蘭克福DAX指數、巴黎CAC 40指數
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Companies mentioned：BWF、中國公開賽、中央社、英蒂拉．甘地室內體育場、印尼、日本、台灣
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Companies mentioned：香港支聯會、美國國務院、法新社、X
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Companies mentioned：辛納、艾卡拉茲、蒙地卡羅、辛辛那提大師賽、蒙特婁大師賽
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Companies mentioned：世界羽球聯盟（BWF）
The offshore yuan rose past 6.72 per dollar intraday on the 21st, reaching its highest level since February 2023. The onshore spot rate also closed at its highest level since January this year, reflecting optimism among international investors.
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Companies mentioned：路透、澎湃新聞、每經網
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Companies mentioned：博通、輝達、Anthropic、OpenAI、黑石集團、阿波羅全球管理
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is losing the confidence of the U.S. Treasury market as he goes to great lengths to defend the Trump administration’s policies. Maintaining market trust while remaining politically loyal is proving difficult.
UBS Global Wealth Management raised its year-end target for the S&P 500 to 8,100 points, about 6% above current levels. The move reflects stronger corporate earnings prospects and market growth driven by AI, suggesting U.S. stocks still have room to rise.
Dutch authorities fined Uber about $966 million for violating the GDPR, saying it had used automated algorithms to deactivate drivers’ accounts. Uber has said it intends to appeal.
Companies mentioned：Meta、Google、Apple、Amazon
U.S. business activity in August reached a 4-year high, with strength in the services sector driving economic growth. Growth in Q3 is forecast to be around 3%, though risks related to the Middle East remain.
Companies mentioned：S&P Global、ZeroHedge
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Companies mentioned：ロングランプランニング株式会社、カンフェティ
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Companies mentioned：株式会社トワイト、CreemaSPRINGS、一般社団法人フェーズフリー協会
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Companies mentioned：株式会社ソニー・ミュージックエンタテインメント、VEE、亞生うぱる、るみなす・すいーと、九鳥ぱんや、音門るき
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Companies mentioned：少数株ドットコム株式会社、GeoSky、Georgian Wings、HOYA株式会社、エヌビディア(NVIDIA)、投資ブラザーズ合同会社、CapitalJusticeLab、男女産み分けドットコム
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Companies mentioned：Heho