AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-22 18:00–21:00 JSThttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.htmlOne 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.en 緬甸軍方空襲寺廟致14死 目擊者控佛節期間鎮壓https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161263https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161263Sat, 22 Aug 2026 20:46:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Li Sichuan woos support at traditional markets; Su Qiaohui seeks backing from Chiayi residentshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161259https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161259Sat, 22 Aug 2026 20:17:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Zheng Wen’s “Heroes of the Eastern Zhou” drafts compiled into a book, revealing traces of the masterwork’s creationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161257https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161257Sat, 22 Aug 2026 20:13:03 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Torrential rain approaches; precautionary closures planned for Taiwan provincial highways 20 and 29 at 10 p.m.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161258https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161258Sat, 22 Aug 2026 20:12:01 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Rain in Pingtung County poses disaster risks; work and classes suspended on the 23rdhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161255https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161255Sat, 22 Aug 2026 20:07:59 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Taiwanese American basketball prospect Che Yu-cheng, inspired by 林書豪, hopes to represent Taiwan in competitionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161254https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161254Sat, 22 Aug 2026 20:01:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Filipino influencers take turns sharing ways to explore Taiwan; 觀光署’s Taiwan Day draws attentionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161131https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161131Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:53:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA China plans to revise internet information management rules; Wu Chia-chien warns of a possible legal battle against Taiwanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161132https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161132Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:53:52 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 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 halfhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161133https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161133Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:51:50 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Thompson reaches buyout agreement with NBA’s 獨行俠; reportedly set to join 熱火https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161130https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161130Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:47:48 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Romania seeks to raise Danube water levels to ensure nuclear power plant cooling operationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161020https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161020Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:12:45 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Cypress wood treasure bowls are collector favorites; fragrance, grain and price can help determine authenticityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161021https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161021Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:10:43 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Sexual misconduct scandal erupts over a business-government drinking party in Hangzhou; analysts say local political-business ties and power structures remain unchangedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161012https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161012Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:03:41 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Yoshinobu Yamamoto gives up 2 runs over 6.1 innings but gets no decision; Dodgers walk-off hit seals 4th straight winhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161013https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161013Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:03:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Taichung City finds noncompliant products and removes them from sale while tracing camellia oil ingredients with excessive benzo[a]pyrenehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160888https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160888Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:54:37 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Singapore travel fair opens; Taiwan Tourism Administration promotes “Taiwan Never Sleeps” to capture year-end businesshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160889https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160889Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:52:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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. Women’s Baseball World Cup group stage opens in Tainan on 8/23; Taiwan seeks place in the finalshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160890https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160890Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:51:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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 ministerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160891https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160891Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:48:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNABolivian 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 summerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160887https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160887Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:45:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 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 25thhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160885https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160885Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:44:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA School Health Act passes third reading; Education Ministry to assess whether to revise cellphone management rules.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160886https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160886Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:40:24 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Kyodo: 宮城縣政府 to close its Dalian office.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160882https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160882Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:39:22 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Japan upgrades 簡拉維 to typhoon; 氣象署 has not followed suit and continues to monitor.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160880https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160880Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:26:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Zhiben tribe in Taitung plans to revitalize land, eyeing carbon-sink afforestation development.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160881https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160881Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:24:54 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA China’s COVID-19 outbreak reaches a peak plateau and begins to decline.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160878https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160878Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:18:52 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160879https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160879Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:18:50 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA More than 16,000 Ebola vaccine doses arrive in the Democratic Republic of the Congo; outbreak has killed 2,516.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160875https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160875Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:15:46 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA CPC: Gasoline and diesel prices to remain unchanged next week.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160876https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160876Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:15:44 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA NDC promotes professionalization of records management; 1,389 people register for certification exam.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160877https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160877Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:10:42 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160871https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160871Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:03:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Construction work ruptures a pipeline on Zhongzheng Road in Taoyuan, causing a gas leak; worker suffers burns and is taken to hospital.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160809https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160809Sat, 22 Aug 2026 17:59:37 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA U.S. think tank questions whether National Guard deployment reduced crime; Trump threatens to sue.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160810https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160810Sat, 22 Aug 2026 17:58:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Byun Ha-yul can polish off 2 bowls of rice at a time and loves Taiwanese hot pot, but her manager has banned it.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160744https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160744Sat, 22 Aug 2026 17:51:33 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160745https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160745Sat, 22 Aug 2026 17:50:31 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Seeing the Lions unable to break through Lü Yanqing, Lin Yueping angrily throws his cap and declines to comment.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160746https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160746Sat, 22 Aug 2026 17:50:29 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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. Golf course and TRA rail yard transformed into public playgrounds; Kaohsiung completes 70 distinctive parks in 6 years.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161194https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161194Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:59:51 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161195https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161195Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:57:56 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161196https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161196Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:56:21 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161197https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161197Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:54:34 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161198https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161198Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:51:25 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161199https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161199Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161200https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161200Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:09:35 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 limitedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161201https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161201Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:00:19 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 dayshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160952https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160952Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:46:17 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 prisonhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160953https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160953Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:35:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 municipalitieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160954https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160954Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:22:16 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 thishttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160955https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160955Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:09:51 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 ovenhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160811https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160811Sat, 22 Aug 2026 17:38:54 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 resiliencehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160812https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160812Sat, 22 Aug 2026 17:29:18 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 diaryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160813https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160813Sat, 22 Aug 2026 17:27:27 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 dayshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160814https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160814Sat, 22 Aug 2026 17:25:34 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160815https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160815Sat, 22 Aug 2026 17:25:28 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 finehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160816https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160816Sat, 22 Aug 2026 17:17:26 +0900Taiwan風傳媒台北市環保局 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!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160817https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160817Sat, 22 Aug 2026 17:05:44 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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-wenhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160818https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160818Sat, 22 Aug 2026 17:05:02 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161260https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161260Sat, 22 Aug 2026 20:41:14 +0900JapanPR TIMES アストンマーティン displays 3 latest models, including Valhalla, at 日本橋三越’s British Fairhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161261https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161261Sat, 22 Aug 2026 20:38:39 +0900JapanPR TIMES スタンドマイヒーローズ celebrates its 10th anniversary! A variety of information revealed for the first time!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161262https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161262Sat, 22 Aug 2026 20:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【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?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161256https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161256Sat, 22 Aug 2026 20:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161068https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161068Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:29:24 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 groupshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161069https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161069Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:25:45 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【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＞https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161014https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161014Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【Event report】More than 380 business leaders gathered for the 80th session of the special Achievement Technology Course in the 『Road to the Top』 programhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161015https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161015Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:00:09 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161019https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161019Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES A dream collaboration comes true! “Today, pick your favorite! SKE48 Piyorin” arrives for a limited time, ready to win fans overhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161018https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161018Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【TVer】“Mrs. GREEN APPLE presents 『CEREMONY』2026” begins exclusive free streaming on TVerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161017https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161017Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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！！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161016https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161016Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES In the age of time efficiency, should we discard the empty moments in life? COTOLX proposes “time recycling”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160883https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160883Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:35:42 +0900JapanPR TIMES The near-future hospitality adventure 『18TRIP』 launches a collaboration recruit event with サンリオキャラクターズ!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160884https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160884Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【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”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160874https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160874Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES “Pretty Chuu × SPINNS”: SPINNS-exclusive items packed with “the ultimate cuteness” arrive! Events will also be held at 3 locations nationwide!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160873https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160873Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【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！！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160872https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160872Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES More than 150 consultations on the sale and acquisition of grid-scale battery storage projects to date: “BESSROOM” also handles confidential and specialized projectshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160807https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160807Sat, 22 Aug 2026 17:53:48 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160808https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160808Sat, 22 Aug 2026 17:51:35 +0900JapanPR TIMES Could Japan face a repeat of the 1997 Asian financial crisis? Nomura says the weakening effect of the “Bessent put” should serve as a warninghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161134https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2161134Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:10:05 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網野村證券 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 combinedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160892https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160892Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:10:08 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網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”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160747https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260822-18/index-en.html#n2160747Sat, 22 Aug 2026 17:10:08 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網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.”