# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-22 18:00–21:00 JST

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 58 items from 3 sources; Japan, 19 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 緬甸軍方空襲寺廟致14死 目擊者控佛節期間鎮壓

- Published: 2026-08-22T20:46:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608220191.aspx
- anchor: #n2161263
- Companies mentioned: 緬甸軍方、法新社、中央社

Facts:
- Leaving 14 people dead
- An estimated more than 100,000 people on all sides have been killed
- A spiritual retreat lasting 3 months

## Li Sichuan woos support at traditional markets; Su Qiaohui seeks backing from Chiayi residents

- Published: 2026-08-22T20:17:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608220190.aspx
- anchor: #n2161259
- Companies mentioned: 國民黨、民進黨、台積電、華藏淨宗弘化基金會、新北市客屬關懷協會

Facts:
- Use the “New Taipei Big Dome” to drive local industrial and economic development in Shulin and Yingge districts and improve transportation convenience

## Zheng Wen’s “Heroes of the Eastern Zhou” drafts compiled into a book, revealing traces of the masterwork’s creation

- Published: 2026-08-22T20:13:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202608220189.aspx
- anchor: #n2161257
- Companies mentioned: 講談社、大塊文化

Facts:
- More than 30 years ago

## Torrential rain approaches; precautionary closures planned for Taiwan provincial highways 20 and 29 at 10 p.m.

- Published: 2026-08-22T20:12:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608220188.aspx
- anchor: #n2161258
- Companies mentioned: 交通部公路局、中央氣象署、公路局南區養護工程分局

Facts:
- Expected at 10 p.m. tonight
- Taiwan provincial highway 20, from 58k+300 to 72k+500
- Taiwan provincial highway 20, from 79K to 90K
- Taiwan provincial highway 20, from 93K+000 to 100K+700
- Taiwan provincial highway 29, temporary route 11, from 0K to 12K

## Rain in Pingtung County poses disaster risks; work and classes suspended on the 23rd

- Published: 2026-08-22T20:07:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608220187.aspx
- anchor: #n2161255
- Companies mentioned: 屏東縣政府

Facts:
- Pingtung County will suspend work and classes tomorrow

## Taiwanese American basketball prospect Che Yu-cheng, inspired by 林書豪, hopes to represent Taiwan in competition

- Published: 2026-08-22T20:01:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608220186.aspx
- anchor: #n2161254
- Companies mentioned: 林書豪、威廉瓊斯盃、美國大學體育聯盟、聖瑪麗學院、中華民國籃球協會、國際籃球總會、FIBA

Facts:
- Currently 22 years old
- 191 centimeters tall
- The next 5 to 10 years

## Filipino influencers take turns sharing ways to explore Taiwan; 觀光署’s Taiwan Day draws attention

- Published: 2026-08-22T19:53:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608220185.aspx
- anchor: #n2161131
- Companies mentioned: 觀光署、One Ayala商場、九族文化村、福隆、舊草嶺隧道、蘭陽博物館、林家花園、淡水、饒河街觀光夜市、台北市一家老牌牛肉麵店、中央社

Facts:
- Lasting 2 days
- 在社群平台擁有1100多萬粉絲的費里希安諾
- 今年1月至6月菲律賓赴台遊客達40萬827人次
- Up 28% from the same period last year
- Two people can receive up to NT$8,000 in travel spending money
- Submissions accepted through January 15, 2027

## China plans to revise internet information management rules; Wu Chia-chien warns of a possible legal battle against Taiwan

- Published: 2026-08-22T19:53:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608220184.aspx
- anchor: #n2161132
- Companies mentioned: 中國政府、中國共產黨、中華人民共和國

Facts:
- George Orwell’s dystopian novel 一九八四

## New Taipei, Keelung, southern Taiwan and Pingtung brace for heavy rain; localized heavy rain in mountainous areas north of central Taiwan and in the eastern half

- Published: 2026-08-22T19:51:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608220183.aspx
- anchor: #n2161133
- Companies mentioned: 中央氣象署、中央社

Facts:
- （中央社台北22日電）
- Through tomorrow, the 23rd

## Thompson reaches buyout agreement with NBA’s 獨行俠; reportedly set to join 熱火

- Published: 2026-08-22T19:47:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608220182.aspx
- anchor: #n2161130
- Companies mentioned: NBA、獨行俠、熱火、ESPN、路透社、邁阿密前鋒報、金州勇士、密爾瓦基公鹿、夏洛特黃蜂

Facts:
- His contract’s final year with 獨行俠 was originally worth $17.5 million
- Dallas finished 12th in the Western Conference last season with a 26-56 record
- 熱火 made a trade with 密爾瓦基公鹿 in July, acquiring Antetokounmpo (Giannis Antetokounmpo) to prepare for the playoffs. Miami finished last season 10th in the Eastern Conference with a 43-39 record
- 熱火 had a 36.1% three-point shooting percentage last season
- Thompson has made 2,899 three-pointers in his career
- His career three-point shooting percentage is 40.9%
- Thompson played 69 games last season (starting 8) and posted a 38.3% three-point shooting percentage
- His overall field-goal percentage was 39.3%
- Averaging 11 points per game

## Romania seeks to raise Danube water levels to ensure nuclear power plant cooling operations

- Published: 2026-08-22T19:12:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608220181.aspx
- anchor: #n2161020
- Companies mentioned: 羅馬尼亞國家緊急委員會、切納弗達核電廠、Hidroelectrica

Facts:
- Danube water levels fall to a record low

## Cypress wood treasure bowls are collector favorites; fragrance, grain and price can help determine authenticity

- Published: 2026-08-22T19:10:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608220180.aspx
- anchor: #n2161021
- Companies mentioned: 中央社

Facts:
- Collected more than 200 cypress wood treasure bowls
- Prices may range from more than NT$1,000 to NT$100,000

## Sexual misconduct scandal erupts over a business-government drinking party in Hangzhou; analysts say local political-business ties and power structures remain unchanged

- Published: 2026-08-22T19:03:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608220179.aspx
- anchor: #n2161012
- Companies mentioned: 招商局、招商蛇口浙江公司

Facts:
- Binjiang District is a key hub for Hangzhou’s digital economy and high-tech industries, with regional GDP exceeding 300 billion yuan last year

## Yoshinobu Yamamoto gives up 2 runs over 6.1 innings but gets no decision; Dodgers walk-off hit seals 4th straight win

- Published: 2026-08-22T19:03:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608220178.aspx
- anchor: #n2161013
- Companies mentioned: MLB、洛杉磯道奇、匹茲堡海盜、密爾瓦基釀酒人

Facts:
- Yoshinobu Yamamoto started and pitched 6.1 innings
- Allowed 2 runs
- Won 5-4
- 12 wins and 7 losses
- ERA edged up to 2.61
- 78 wins and 51 losses
- Winning percentage of 6成05
- Just 2 games behind National League leaders 密爾瓦基釀酒人

## Taichung City finds noncompliant products and removes them from sale while tracing camellia oil ingredients with excessive benzo[a]pyrene

- Published: 2026-08-22T18:54:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608220177.aspx
- anchor: #n2160888
- Companies mentioned: 金品芳公司、協昌油行、德昌商號、由豐將

Facts:
- Tested at 2.1 ppb of benzo[a]pyrene
- Exceeding the edible oil limit of 2.0 ppb
- 金品芳公司 imported about 25.5 metric tons of that batch of green tea seeds
- During the investigation in early August, the remaining 16.17 metric tons in stock had already been ordered not to be used
- Of that, 1.71 metric tons were outsourced to 台中市協昌油行 for processing
- A total of 72 bottles of related products
- 44 bottles sold
- 28 bottles in stock
- 4 bottles sampled for testing by the Food Safety Office
- The remaining 24 bottles have all been taken off sale
- The business has taken preventive steps to remove 73 bottles of camellia oil from other batches from sale

## Singapore travel fair opens; Taiwan Tourism Administration promotes “Taiwan Never Sleeps” to capture year-end business

- Published: 2026-08-22T18:52:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608220176.aspx
- anchor: #n2160889

The Taiwan Tourism Administration exhibited at Singapore’s travel fair NATAS Holidays 2026. Under the theme “Taiwan Never Sleeps,” it promoted 24-hour tourism experiences and the Alishan Forest Railway.

Facts:
- Singapore’s largest outbound travel fair, NATAS Holidays 2026, was held.
- Through the end of June this year, cumulative visitor arrivals to Taiwan from Singapore totaled 208,741.
- Tourist arrivals to Taiwan from Singapore grew 1.19% year over year.
- Taiwan’s Tourism Administration presented an exhibition under the theme “Taiwan Never Sleeps.”

## Women’s Baseball World Cup group stage opens in Tainan on 8/23; Taiwan seeks place in the finals

- Published: 2026-08-22T18:51:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608220175.aspx
- anchor: #n2160890

The Women’s Baseball World Cup group stage opens in Tainan on August 23, with teams from 6 countries competing for places in the next round. Host Taiwan hopes to achieve a strong result on home soil.

## Bolivia mired in severe economic crisis; president forced to replace economy minister

- Published: 2026-08-22T18:48:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608220174.aspx
- anchor: #n2160891
- Companies mentioned: 國際貨幣基金 (IMF)

Bolivian Economy Minister Espinoza was replaced after evading questioning by Congress, and President Paz was forced to dismiss him. The country is mired in a severe economic crisis.

## Heat waves and extreme heat sweep Europe; more than 30,000 excess deaths in summer

- Published: 2026-08-22T18:45:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608220173.aspx
- anchor: #n2160887
- Companies mentioned: EuroMOMO、法新社、西班牙卡羅斯三世衛生研究所

Facts:
- Europe’s excess deaths exceeded 32,000
- Excess deaths or deaths directly related to high temperatures totaled 33,000
- The last week of June appeared to be the deadliest week of this summer, with nearly 16,000 excess deaths
- In the first week of July, excess deaths numbered about 8,000
- Germany is the EU’s most populous country, with a population of about 82 million
- The cause of death for 14,000 people was linked to the heat wave
- 法國公衛當局的初步統計顯示，5月底至7月22日期間，記錄到7300起超額死亡
- Nearly 4,500 deaths between June 1 and August 19 were attributable to high temperatures

## Typhoon Saola could strengthen into a severe typhoon on the 23rd; forecast track shifts west toward Taiwan, with southern Taiwan bracing for heavy rain from the 22nd to the 25th

- Published: 2026-08-22T18:44:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608220172.aspx
- anchor: #n2160885
- Companies mentioned: 中央氣象署、日本氣象廳

Facts:
- Maximum sustained winds near the center are 38 meters per second.
- Average radius of 7-level winds: 180 kilometers
- At 2 p.m., Severe Typhoon Saudel was over waters about 2,600 kilometers east of Taiwan.
- About 350 kilometers east of Taiwan.
- All may still be more than 300 kilometers from Taiwan.

## School Health Act passes third reading; Education Ministry to assess whether to revise cellphone management rules.

- Published: 2026-08-22T18:40:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608220171.aspx
- anchor: #n2160886
- Companies mentioned: 教育部、台湾教育产业工会、EdYouth

Facts:
- The Legislative Yuan passed it in a third reading on the 21st.

## Kyodo: 宮城縣政府 to close its Dalian office.

- Published: 2026-08-22T18:39:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608220170.aspx
- anchor: #n2160882
- Companies mentioned: 宮城縣政府、岩手縣、德島縣、神戶市、岐阜縣

Facts:
- April 2005
- March 2027
- 16 Japanese companies
- Since 2017

## Japan upgrades 簡拉維 to typhoon; 氣象署 has not followed suit and continues to monitor.

- Published: 2026-08-22T18:26:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608220158.aspx
- anchor: #n2160880
- Companies mentioned: 氣象署、日本氣象廳、中央氣象署、菲律賓

Facts:
- About 1,360 kilometers from Taiwan.
- About 1,950 kilometers east-southeast of Taiwan.

## Zhiben tribe in Taitung plans to revitalize land, eyeing carbon-sink afforestation development.

- Published: 2026-08-22T18:24:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608220157.aspx
- anchor: #n2160881
- Companies mentioned: 捷地爾國際股份有限公司

Facts:
- Plans for a 102-hectare natural carbon sink area.
- A 132-hectare carbon-sink recreation area.
- More than 280 hectares of land.
- 最低投資金額新台幣20億元
- A 30-hectare Indigenous cultural development zone.
- At least 60 hectares of afforestation.
- A 58-hectare depression.
- 可帶動約新台幣30億元地方投資
- Create more than 100 local job opportunities.
- Increase local fiscal revenue by more than NT$800 million.
- Ease local governments’ fiscal burden by about NT$15 billion.

## China’s COVID-19 outbreak reaches a peak plateau and begins to decline.

- Published: 2026-08-22T18:18:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608220156.aspx
- anchor: #n2160878
- Companies mentioned: 中國疾病預防控制中心、楚天都市報、極目新聞、中國國家衛生健康委員會

Facts:
- Reached a peak plateau in early to mid-August.

## Sword bears witness to the history of resistance against Japan; Yen Te-fa says it highlights the armed forces’ vital mission to safeguard national security.

- Published: 2026-08-22T18:18:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608220155.aspx
- anchor: #n2160879
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、黎明文化公司

Facts:
- The PLA fired nearly 480,000 artillery shells at Kinmen within 2 hours.
- The 68th anniversary of the Ba Er San Artillery Battle is approaching.

## More than 16,000 Ebola vaccine doses arrive in the Democratic Republic of the Congo; outbreak has killed 2,516.

- Published: 2026-08-22T18:15:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608220154.aspx
- anchor: #n2160875
- Companies mentioned: Ervebo、世界卫生组织、WHO、默克、Merck

Facts:
- More than 16,000 doses of Ervebo vaccine.
- The Ebola outbreak has caused 5,290 confirmed cases and 2,516 deaths.
- The Democratic Republic of the Congo will receive a total of 70,000 doses of German-made Ervebo vaccine.
- Of this batch of 70,000 vaccine doses, 20,000 will be used in clinical trials.
- 50,000 doses will be prioritized for the country’s “frontline and medical personnel.”

## CPC: Gasoline and diesel prices to remain unchanged next week.

- Published: 2026-08-22T18:15:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608220153.aspx
- anchor: #n2160876
- Companies mentioned: 台灣中油公司

Facts:
- 92-octane unleaded gasoline: NT$30.5 per liter
- 95-octane unleaded gasoline costs NT$32 per liter.
- 98-octane unleaded gasoline costs NT$34 per liter
- Super diesel: NT$29.3 per liter
- About NT$17.27 billion in total subsidies for gasoline and diesel remains in place.

## NDC promotes professionalization of records management; 1,389 people register for certification exam.

- Published: 2026-08-22T18:10:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608220152.aspx
- anchor: #n2160877
- Companies mentioned: 國家發展委員會、檔案管理局、致理科技大學、修平科技大學、長榮大學

Facts:
- A total of 1,389 people registered.
- A total of 1,311 people actually sat the exam.
- The attendance rate was 94.4%.

## Kaohsiung man’s drug use impaired the development of a child sharing his room; second-instance court still sentences him to 1 year and 2 months.

- Published: 2026-08-22T18:03:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608220151.aspx
- anchor: #n2160871
- Companies mentioned: 高雄地院、高雄高分院、台灣高等法院高雄分院、高雄地方法院

Facts:
- Chen was sentenced to 1 year and 2 months.
- Sentenced to 1 year, with the sentence suspended.
- A 1-year prison sentence was handed down, suspended for 4 years.
- A child under 7 years old.
- 6 months or more.
- A prison sentence of up to 5 years.
- A repeat offense within 5 years is treated as recidivism.
- For as long as half a year.

## Construction work ruptures a pipeline on Zhongzheng Road in Taoyuan, causing a gas leak; worker suffers burns and is taken to hospital.

- Published: 2026-08-22T17:59:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608220150.aspx
- anchor: #n2160809
- Companies mentioned: 瓦斯公司

Facts:
- A 48-year-old male employee surnamed Liang.
- 2:14 p.m.
- 7 firefighters.
- 1 ambulance.
- 2 fire engines.
- 2:58 p.m.

## U.S. think tank questions whether National Guard deployment reduced crime; Trump threatens to sue.

- Published: 2026-08-22T17:58:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608220149.aspx
- anchor: #n2160810
- Companies mentioned: アメリカ進歩センター、Center for American Progress、譚登、Neera Tanden、布瑞托、Alejandro Brito、紐約時報、New York Times、自由論壇、Freedom Forum、高德伯格、Kevin Goldberg

Facts:
- Could face a $5 billion lawsuit.

## Byun Ha-yul can polish off 2 bowls of rice at a time and loves Taiwanese hot pot, but her manager has banned it.

- Published: 2026-08-22T17:51:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202608220148.aspx
- anchor: #n2160744
- Companies mentioned: 中信兄弟、飢餓遊戲

Facts:
- Still 2 kilograms short of her target weight.

## Reports say the White Camp was unhappy that Chiang Wan-an’s campaign appearance looked like an act of charity; Ko Wen-je says to blame Shen Po-yang for being too weak.

- Published: 2026-08-22T17:50:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608220147.aspx
- anchor: #n2160745
- Companies mentioned: 國民黨、民眾黨、民進黨

Facts:
- In Taipei City, all 6 seats must be won to enter the Taipei City Council.
- Sentenced to 7 years in the first trial.

## Seeing the Lions unable to break through Lü Yanqing, Lin Yueping angrily throws his cap and declines to comment.

- Published: 2026-08-22T17:50:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608220146.aspx
- anchor: #n2160746
- Companies mentioned: 統一7-ELEVEn獅隊、中信兄弟隊

統一7-ELEVEn獅隊 failed to score with the bases loaded in a crucial game, prompting head coach Lin Yueping to angrily throw his cap. Opponent Lü Yanqing performed well, keeping the Lions’ lineup in check, and they ultimately lost 1-2. The incident highlights the team’s serious problem hitting with runners in scoring position.

Facts:
- The Lions were locked in a 1-1 tie with 中信兄弟隊 yesterday.
- They ultimately lost 1-2.
- This year, the Lions have recorded 5 hits in 10.1 innings against Lü Yanqing.
- Hitless in 11 at-bats with runners in scoring position.

## Golf course and TRA rail yard transformed into public playgrounds; Kaohsiung completes 70 distinctive parks in 6 years.

- Published: 2026-08-22T19:59:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158564
- anchor: #n2161194

Under the leadership of Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai, the city has transformed sites including a golf course and a railway depot into 70 distinctive parks in 6 years, improving residents’ quality of life and showcasing the results of urban renewal.

## Heavy rain causes a manhole cover to rise in Niaosong and brief flooding in Fengshan; Metro Bureau responds promptly and restores traffic.

- Published: 2026-08-22T19:57:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158563
- anchor: #n2161195

Heavy rain caused a manhole cover to rise on a road where metro construction is underway in Kaohsiung, resulting in localized flooding. The Metro Bureau responded immediately and restored traffic. It also urged residents to stay safe.

## DPP Kaohsiung City chapter supports charity through consumer spending; Huang Jie urges people to purchase 100 gift boxes from sheltered workshops.

- Published: 2026-08-22T19:56:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158562
- anchor: #n2161196

Huang Jie, chair of the DPP Kaohsiung City chapter, announced the purchase of 100 Mid-Autumn Festival gift boxes made by people with disabilities, using consumer spending to support employment for disadvantaged groups. The move responds to the Presidential Office’s call to “support public welfare” and highlights the impact of budget changes on sheltered workshops.

## Accused of commenting on a woman’s figure, Li Sichuan’s camp recounts his interaction with Chen Yu-jen: old friends’ discussion of campaign trail experience was distorted.

- Published: 2026-08-22T19:54:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158561
- anchor: #n2161197

The Li Sichuan camp denied allegations that he had commented on a woman’s body shape, explaining that his conversation with Chen Yu-jen concerned experiences from election campaigns. It said the remarks had been politically misunderstood.

## Tomorrow’s weather / Will work and classes be suspended Monday? Typhoon Saudel could bring torrential rain starting “on this day,” turning the forecast purple; a look at next week’s weather.

- Published: 2026-08-22T19:51:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11158443
- anchor: #n2161198
- Companies mentioned: 交通部中央气象署

Taiwan’s weather authorities have activated severe-rain operations, warning that southern Taiwan, Chiayi and eastern areas could see rainfall of torrential-rain levels or higher from next Monday to Tuesday. Tropical cyclone Saudel may also approach Taiwan next week, and the public should remain alert.

## After Work International》Is MediaTek vying for a major Google TPU contract? Exclusive v9 rumor and v10 market-shift risk: Cheng Zhenghua analyzes the next-generation AI chip battle.

- Published: 2026-08-22T19:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158504
- anchor: #n2161199
- Companies mentioned: Google、博通、AMD、創意電子

MediaTek could become a major supplier of Google’s TPU v9. The market has high hopes for its AI chip business, but uncertainty remains over the transitional nature of 300G SerDes technology.

## A “1” outfit commonly seen on young people in Taiwan has many people saying they don’t get it! Insiders reveal why it’s popular: it’s super comfortable.

- Published: 2026-08-22T19:09:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11158551
- anchor: #n2161200

Wearing socks with sandals on rainy days has become a trend among young people in Taiwan, drawing mixed reactions online. Comfort and foot protection are cited as reasons, while concerns have also been raised about hygiene.

## SK海力士 plans to build a plant in Japan; expert says short-term impact on Taiwan's memory chip industry will be limited

- Published: 2026-08-22T19:00:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158553
- anchor: #n2161201
- Companies mentioned: SK海力士、台積電、美光

South Korea's SK海力士 is assessing plans to build a memory chip factory in Miyagi Prefecture, Japan. Experts say the move could diversify supply chain risks, but the new capacity will take 2–3 years to reach mass production, limiting its short-term impact on Taiwanese businesses.

## Will there be a typhoon day off tomorrow, 8/23? 3 counties and cities meet the work and school suspension threshold! The weather agency reveals its latest wind and rain forecast, with the heaviest rain expected over these 3 days

- Published: 2026-08-22T18:46:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11158556
- anchor: #n2160952

Heavy rain is forecast in central and southern Taiwan due to a low-pressure band and strong southwesterly winds, with mountainous areas of Chiayi, Kaohsiung and Pingtung meeting the criteria for suspending classes. Each local government will make the final decision.

## Once a close aide to Golden Triangle drug lord Khun Sa! 86-year-old drug kingpin pardoned by Thai king 六 times, freed after less than a decade in prison

- Published: 2026-08-22T18:35:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158552
- anchor: #n2160953

Lo Wing-lee, an 86-year-old Thai drug kingpin, was released after serving less than 10 years following a royal pardon. He was once an aide to Khun Sa, the Golden Triangle drug lord, and had been arrested on suspicion of trafficking 20 kilograms of methamphetamine. Frequent pardons have drawn public criticism, prompting the Justice Ministry to order a review of the screening criteria.

## Taipei, New Taipei and Taichung lose out! Taiwan's richest county or city has average household income topping 2 million, with many top talents and bonuses and overtime pay far exceeding those in the 6 special municipalities

- Published: 2026-08-22T18:22:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11158549
- anchor: #n2160954

Taiwanese household average income hit a record high in 2025, with Hsinchu County and City topping 2 million yuan. The main factors were high bonuses from the Hsinchu Science Park's high-tech industries and the prevalence of dual-income households, while Taipei stood out for property income.

## Chiang Wan-an won't campaign for the Taiwan People's Party's junior candidates. Ko Wen-je reveals the real reason: blame the DPP for doing this

- Published: 2026-08-22T18:09:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158550
- anchor: #n2160955

Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an has declined to campaign individually for Taiwan People's Party council candidates, arranging only joint rallies and fueling discontent. Ko Wen-je said the main reason was that DPP candidate Shen Po-yang was too weak to put Chiang under electoral pressure.

## No need to steam mantou and baozi in a rice cooker anymore! Japanese chef shares 1 foolproof trick for quick 2-minute reheating, making them chewy and fluffy like they just came out of the oven

- Published: 2026-08-22T17:38:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11158545
- anchor: #n2160811

A Japanese chef shared a method for heating frozen baozi in a microwave for 2 minutes until fluffy. Using the principle of steam circulation, the method prevents the outer skin from drying out and could revolutionize busy morning meals.

## Heavy rain hits Kaohsiung! Chen Chi-mai inspects flood-control facilities in Renwu, calls for faster construction to boost resilience

- Published: 2026-08-22T17:29:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158548
- anchor: #n2160812

Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai inspected flood-control projects in Renwu District and called for faster construction to strengthen flood resilience. With extreme rainfall occurring frequently, the city government is stepping up drainage and floodwater retention measures.

## Lee Chuan-chuan slammed for joking about a woman's figure! Tai Wei-shan: Residents want city governance results, not a weight-loss diary

- Published: 2026-08-22T17:27:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158547
- anchor: #n2160813

Kuomintang New Taipei mayoral candidate Li Sichuan sparked controversy during his campaign by commenting on a female candidate’s body shape. Democratic Progressive Party councilor Dai Wei-shan criticized him, saying that “municipal achievements are what matter,” and backlash has grown over the remarks as gender discrimination.

## Middle East conflict hits shipping! South Korea launches Arctic route trial, bypassing the Suez Canal to save 10 days

- Published: 2026-08-22T17:25:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158530
- anchor: #n2160814
- Companies mentioned: CMA CGM、MSC、Hapag-Lloyd

South Korea has launched its first trial voyage of a container ship on the Arctic route to bypass the Suez Canal, affected by conflict in the Middle East. The route is expected to save 10 days, but raises environmental concerns and risks related to sanctions on Russia.

## With the election entering its final 一百 days, the latest Keelung poll highlights Hsieh Kuo-liang's solid record! Approval of Hsieh Kuo-liang's administration tops 五成五

- Published: 2026-08-22T17:25:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158546
- anchor: #n2160815
- Companies mentioned: 全國公信力民意調查公司

Approval of Keelung Mayor Hsieh Kuo-liang's administration has topped 五成五, and a poll shows him leading rival Tung Tzu-wei by a wide margin in 三大 electoral districts, indicating public recognition of his record.

## Should pizza boxes go in recycling or regular trash? Environmental officials reveal the right way to dispose of them; sorting them incorrectly could mean a 1,200-dollar fine

- Published: 2026-08-22T17:17:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11158544
- anchor: #n2160816
- Companies mentioned: 台北市環保局、回收大百科

台北市環保局 explained how to properly sort and dispose of pizza boxes. Whether they can be recycled or should go in general waste depends on the degree of grease contamination, and violations may result in a fine of up to 6,000 yen.

## Explosion in Tainan's Annan District leaves 15 injured; aluminum-magnesium waste traced to Kaohsiung, where registered address turns out to be a hair salon!

- Published: 2026-08-22T17:05:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158532
- anchor: #n2160817

An explosion at a vacant lot in Tainan's Annan District early in the morning left 15 people injured and damaged 57 households. The suspected cause was the illegal stockpiling of aluminum-magnesium industrial waste. The trail led to an unlicensed hardware business in Kaohsiung, but its registered address turned out to be a hair salon, raising concerns about regulatory loopholes.

## Is Chiang Wan-an not so formidable after all? He offers Shen Po-yang advice on turning the tide in Taipei, with figures to consult including not only Chen Shui-bian and Tsai Ing-wen

- Published: 2026-08-22T17:05:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158543
- anchor: #n2160818

Former Executive Yuan minister Chang Ching-sen advised DPP Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Po-yang to seek advice from Chen Shui-bian, Tsai Ing-wen and former mayors to overcome his campaign difficulties. He said Chiang Wan-an was not unbeatable and that a struggling candidate needed to reach beyond the like-minded.

## 将棋日本シリーズＪＴプロ公式戦 二回戦第二局 北陸・信越大会 8月22日（土）開催結果 佐々木八段が初めての準決勝進出を果たす

- Published: 2026-08-22T20:41:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000225.000044150.html
- anchor: #n2161260
- Companies mentioned: 将棋日本シリーズ、JTプロ公式戦、公益社団法人日本将棋連盟

Facts:
- Sasaki, an eighth-dan player, wins in 107 moves
- Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026

## アストンマーティン displays 3 latest models, including Valhalla, at 日本橋三越’s British Fair

- Published: 2026-08-22T20:38:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000180.000121164.html
- anchor: #n2161261
- Companies mentioned: アストンマーティン、日本橋三越、アストンマーティン・ラゴンダ、アストンマーティン・アラムコ・フォーミュラ1®チーム

Facts:
- Combined system output: 1,079 PS
- Maximum torque: 1,100 Nm
- 0-100 km/h acceleration: 2.5 seconds
- Top speed: 350 km/h
- Maximum output: 700 PS
- Maximum torque: 800 Nm
- Output increased by a further 20 PS
- Class-leading 680 PS
- 800 Nm
- Just 6.8 seconds
- Founded in 1913
- Founded in 1899
- In 2020

## スタンドマイヒーローズ celebrates its 10th anniversary! A variety of information revealed for the first time!

- Published: 2026-08-22T20:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000250.000044804.html
- anchor: #n2161262
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社coly、スタンドマイヒーローズ

Facts:
- Event period: Aug. 20 (Thursday), 18:00–Aug. 31 (Monday), 17:59
- Event period: Aug. 20 (Thursday), 18:00–Aug. 23 (Sunday), 17:59
- Available to play for 60 paid Crystals
- Campaign period: Aug. 22 (Saturday), 20:30–Sept. 23 (Wednesday), 23:59
- Total of 10,000 pt achieved!
- Total of 20,000 pt achieved!
- Total of 30,000 pt achieved!
- When the total number of reposts of the relevant post reaches 5,000
- スタンドマイヒーローズ 1

## 【Expressing gratitude to family at DisneySea Hotel MiraCosta】At the 3rd board meeting of 東京韓国青年商工会, 『令和の虎』's 榊󠄀原清一 proposes a way forward: What is “organizational engagement reform” that fosters member retention?

- Published: 2026-08-22T20:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000180.000021425.html
- anchor: #n2161256
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社EMOLVA、東京韓国青年商工会、サイバーエージェント、青友会

Facts:
- General account (approximately ¥17.17 million)
- SNS marketing services provided to more than 500 companies
- More than 12,000 prospective employees
- 1.4 million influencers
- More than 10,000 general monitors

## ノジマTリーグ 2026-2027シーズン 公式戦 8月22日（土）開催 木下アビエル神奈川 vs 京都カグヤライズ 試合結果

- Published: 2026-08-22T19:29:24+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003074.000038094.html
- anchor: #n2161068
- Companies mentioned: ノジマTリーグ、木下アビエル神奈川、京都カグヤライズ

Facts:
- 4-0

## Supporting the creation of Reiwa-era neighborhood and residents' associations that are accessible to working-age people: Launch of a support program to develop a “Regional Community Update Plan” for local governments, intermediary support organizations and community groups

- Published: 2026-08-22T19:25:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000059854.html
- anchor: #n2161069
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エンパブリック

Facts:
- To increase participation by working-age people (especially those in their 30s to 50s)
- Established: May 2008

## 【TAC Public Servant Exam】“Get moving for fall! 2027 Public Servant Exam Orientation” to be held online on Aug. 29 (Saturday)! ＜Free admission; advance reservation required＞

- Published: 2026-08-22T19:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002781.000021078.html
- anchor: #n2161014
- Companies mentioned: TAC株式会社、Zoom

Facts:
- ¥10,000 exemption coupon
- The number of successful candidates was 2,819

## 【Event report】More than 380 business leaders gathered for the 80th session of the special Achievement Technology Course in the 『Road to the Top』 program

- Published: 2026-08-22T19:00:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000649.000002398.html
- anchor: #n2161015
- Companies mentioned: アチーブメント株式会社、筑波大学アスレチックデパートメント、東京商工会議所

Facts:
- Sales: ¥8.19 billion
- Ordinary profit: ¥2.89 billion
- 97.7% reported feeling a “change in behavior”
- Average: 235.6%
- The average was 326.4%
- More than 75,000 cumulative new participants
- More than 4,000 people take our courses every year
- The number of customers who received information exceeded 540,000

## 【熊本ヴォルターズ】新シーズンのキャプテン・副キャプテン決定

- Published: 2026-08-22T19:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000055.000035234.html
- anchor: #n2161019
- Companies mentioned: 熊本ヴォルターズ、熊本バスケットボール株式会社、Bリーグ、ジャパン・プロフェッショナル・バスケットボールリーグ、越谷アルファーズ、島根スサノオマジック、広島ドラゴンフライズ、福島ファイヤーボンズ、Riesen Ludwigsburg、B.C.Oostende、Guaros de Lara

Facts:
- 2026-27 season
- In the 7th year with the team
- In the 3rd year with the team
- Height: 186 cm
- Weight: 84 kg
- Height: 208 cm
- Weight: 130 kg

## A dream collaboration comes true! “Today, pick your favorite! SKE48 Piyorin” arrives for a limited time, ready to win fans over

- Published: 2026-08-22T19:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000221.000124425.html
- anchor: #n2161018
- Companies mentioned: ジェイアール東海フードサービス株式会社、テレビ愛知、SKE48

Facts:
- On sale from Sept. 14, 2026 (Monday) to Sept. 17 (Thursday)
- The event “10-chan Atarima Enichi IN Osu” will be held on Sept. 13, 2026 (Sunday), at Akamon Myoo-den (Daiko-in) in Osu
- Price: 580 yen (tax included)
- Price: 680 yen (tax included)
- Price: ¥2,500 (tax included)

## 【TVer】“Mrs. GREEN APPLE presents 『CEREMONY』2026” begins exclusive free streaming on TVer

- Published: 2026-08-22T19:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000524.000002492.html
- anchor: #n2161017
- Companies mentioned: TVer、Mrs. GREEN APPLE、AI、超ときめき♡宣伝部、ORANGE RANGE、TOMORROW X TOGETHER、FRUITS ZIPPER、上白石萌音、マキシマム ザ ホルモン、TWS、EMI Records、NHK、IFPI

Facts:
- Aug. 22, 2026 (Saturday), 18:00
- Wednesday, June 30, 2027, 23:59
- The best-of album 『10』 has sold more than 1 million copies
- Cumulative domestic streams across all songs have exceeded 16 billion
- 『10』 ranks 10th among the world's best-selling albums
- Arena tour of 28 performances in 13 cities

## ぴよりん×SKE48が夢のコラボ！アイドル衣装をイメージした限定ぴよりんがテレビ愛知「10チャンあたりま縁日 IN大須」に登場！！

- Published: 2026-08-22T19:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000981.000014948.html
- anchor: #n2161016
- Companies mentioned: テレビ愛知株式会社、ジェイアール東海フードサービス株式会社、SKE48、ぴよりん

Facts:
- The price is ¥2,500 (tax included); cash only.
- Price: ¥580 (tax included)
- Price: ¥680 (tax included)

## In the age of time efficiency, should we discard the empty moments in life? COTOLX proposes “time recycling”

- Published: 2026-08-22T18:35:42+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000175472.html
- anchor: #n2160883
- Companies mentioned: COTOLX、透明な履歴書、濱崎健一

## The near-future hospitality adventure 『18TRIP』 launches a collaboration recruit event with サンリオキャラクターズ!

- Published: 2026-08-22T18:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000221.000045129.html
- anchor: #n2160884
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リベル・エンタテインメント、株式会社ポニーキャニオン、サンリオキャラクターズ、18TRIP

Facts:
- Distribution of the collaboration recruit event with サンリオキャラクターズ will begin on Aug. 24, 2026 (Monday).
- The second half of the collaboration recruit event, “HAMA Tours feat. NAKAYOSHI side:pop&bitter,” is scheduled to begin on Aug. 29!

## 【Atsushi Tamura Wants to Know!】Two consecutive weeks on air! A lively debate among lawmakers from the Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly's 5 major caucuses on “10 years of the Koike administration” and “the Tsukiji redevelopment gets underway”!

- Published: 2026-08-22T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000237.000122205.html
- anchor: #n2160874
- Companies mentioned: TOKYO MX、東京メトロポリタンテレビジョン株式会社、都民ファーストの会、自民党、公明党、立憲民主党、日本共産党、R チャンネル、TVer、FANY チャンネル

Facts:
- The Koike administration marks a 10-year milestone

## “Pretty Chuu × SPINNS”: SPINNS-exclusive items packed with “the ultimate cuteness” arrive! Events will also be held at 3 locations nationwide!

- Published: 2026-08-22T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001128.000009612.html
- anchor: #n2160873
- Companies mentioned: SPINNS、Pretty Chuu、株式会社LIVE PLANET、株式会社ヒューマンフォーラム

Facts:
- ¥5,000 before tax
- ¥14,000 before tax
- 資本金：10 百万円

## 【フジテレビ】FODオリジナルドキュメントバラエティ番組 『MAZZEL DUO MISSION』 シーズン２ 第２回 本日８月22日（土）正午よりFODプレミアムにて配信開始！！

- Published: 2026-08-22T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002175.000000084.html
- anchor: #n2160872
- Companies mentioned: フジテレビ、FOD、MAZZEL、株式会社つくりば、株式会社フジテレビジョン、TOHOシネマズ

Facts:
- 1,320 yen per month (tax included)
- 1,200 yen (tax included)

## More than 150 consultations on the sale and acquisition of grid-scale battery storage projects to date: “BESSROOM” also handles confidential and specialized projects

- Published: 2026-08-22T17:53:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000188178.html
- anchor: #n2160807
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社MARIS it up.、BESSROOM

Facts:
- More than 150 cases to date

## Screenwriter 三谷幸喜 wins the 21st Tsubouchi Shoyo Award. At a commemorative talk session, he discussed a creative commonality with 坪内逍遙: a “passion for historical drama”

- Published: 2026-08-22T17:51:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000016.000044793.html
- anchor: #n2160808
- Companies mentioned: 美濃加茂市、坪内逍遙、三谷幸喜

Facts:
- 第21回坪内逍遙大賞
- August 22, 2026

## Could Japan face a repeat of the 1997 Asian financial crisis? Nomura says the weakening effect of the “Bessent put” should serve as a warning

- Published: 2026-08-22T19:10:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6584204
- anchor: #n2161134
- Companies mentioned: 野村證券、美國財政部、日本央行、聯準會

野村證券 warned that if Japan followed the United States in pushing down long-term bond yields, it could trigger yen depreciation and capital outflows, raising the risk of a repeat of the 1997 Asian financial crisis. Market expectations of a Japanese rate hike in September have risen to 80%.

## Nikkei: Japan's patent competitiveness slides! Its global share has fallen to 8% in 20 years, while China's applications are 1.3 times those of the U.S., Japan, South Korea and Europe combined

- Published: 2026-08-22T18:10:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6584194
- anchor: #n2160892

Japan’s share of global patent applications fell from about 25% to 8% over the past 20 years, while China’s reached 1.3 times the combined total of major countries, marking a shift in international competitiveness. This reflects changes in technological structures and differences in policy responses.

## China-U.S. AI gap narrows to 2.7%! Chinese models catch up with the U.S. through low prices, as the AI race shifts from “performance” to “cost”

- Published: 2026-08-22T17:10:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6584175
- anchor: #n2160747
- Companies mentioned: 月之暗面、Anthropic、OpenAI、阿里巴巴、智譜、MiniMax、輝達、史丹佛大學

A Chinese AI model has narrowed the performance gap with the United States to 2.7%. Cost competition is becoming a new focus, and the AI industry’s competitive axis is shifting from “performance” to “cost efficiency.”