Low-pressure system and southwesterly winds bring heavy rain; Kaohsiung should prepare for extremely heavy rain, while Pingtung should watch for torrential rain
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Facts
Localized torrential or extremely torrential rain is possible in Kaohsiung City
Localized heavy or torrential rain is possible in Pingtung County
Fishing boat catches fire off Hsinchu; 4 crew members jump into the sea and are rescued safely
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A fishing boat caught fire off Hsinchu on the afternoon of the 23rd. Four Taiwanese and foreign crew members jumped into the sea to escape and were all rescued safely.
Facts
A fishing boat caught fire off Hsinchu, and all 4 crew members aboard were rescued.
The 4 rescued crew members were 2 Taiwanese and 2 foreign nationals.
The incident occurred about 3.5 nautical miles off Hsinchu.
Training in the U.S. helped him find a consistent stance and post a career-best year; Wang Yi-cheng’s cooking draws praise, though he jokes that he just throws things together
“Shamaoshan Painting Society” intergenerational exhibition opens at Xinzhuang Culture and Arts Center
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The 28th joint exhibition of the Chinese Shamaoshan Painting Society opened at Xinzhuang Culture and Arts Center, bringing together 58 artists from different generations to showcase the inheritance and innovation of Taiwanese art. The exhibition runs through September 6.
Full alert for flood prevention amid torrential rain; Lin Chin-jung inspects the Yellow Line and light rail
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Kaohsiung Deputy Mayor Lin Chin-jung inspected flood-prevention preparations for the Yellow Line and light rail, emphasizing cross-department coordination to cope with torrential rain and ensure the safety of construction projects and residents.
Breaking: Heavy-rain holiday declared for tomorrow, 8/24！3 counties and cities announce work and school closures; updates continue on holiday information for all 22 counties and cities across Taiwan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Under the influence of a low-pressure system and southwesterly winds, Kaohsiung, Tainan and Pingtung met the criteria for work and school closures due to heavy rain and announced a full shutdown on August 24, with preventive evacuations also launched. The move concerns the safety of millions of people and is a major public safety decision.
What laws does importing “張雪機車” violate？Even bringing it into Taiwan in parts is prohibited？Experts reveal 3 red-line violations by owners that led to vehicles being seized
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A Taiwanese dealer was found to have imported a Chinese-made motorcycle, “張雪機車,” in parts and assembled it. Authorities seized it on suspicion of illegal importation, sparking public debate. The case comes against the backdrop of an import ban in place since 1989.
Another wave of toxic vegetables！Cancer-causing “formaldehyde cabbage” from China enters the market; authorities confirm where it was distributed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
An unscrupulous business in Kangbao County, Hebei Province, China, was found to have coated napa cabbage with carcinogenic formaldehyde before shipping it. Authorities have begun a recall and investigation, and the cabbage may have reached markets nationwide.
Store water now！Major water outages in 9 counties and cities tomorrow; some areas will be without water for up to 10 hours, starting early in the morning. Check your home's outage area with one click
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan Water Corporation announced that water service will be suspended or pressure reduced in parts of 9 counties and cities starting August 24. Residents were urged to store water in advance and switch off power to their pumps. The temporary measure is part of maintenance work on public infrastructure.
Typhoon Sadler approaches Japan and South Korea！Flights canceled: “Don’t rush to get a refund”; experts reveal 6 key steps to protect your ticket
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Typhoon Sadler is approaching Japan and South Korea, prompting flight cancellations. Experts advise travelers not to cancel their tickets themselves, but to follow 6 steps to protect their rights and pay attention to when to purchase travel inconvenience insurance.
Lion Travel’s North America business surges 25%！Targeting high-end trips on travelers’ “bucket lists,” from the Rocky Mountains to the northern lights
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Lion Travel’s revenue in the North American market rose 25% year over year. By strengthening its presence in Canada and developing high-end travel products, it is targeting the “bucket list” aspirations of Chinese-speaking travelers and bolstering its brand and service competitiveness.
Legislative Yuan and Executive Yuan to move to Taichung？Lai Ching-te floats a startling proposal; Chiang Chi-chen responds
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te proposed moving the Legislative Yuan and Executive Yuan to Taichung. Deputy Legislative Yuan Speaker Chiang Chi-chen voiced support, stressing the importance of balanced regional development.
Why hasn’t spending $4 billion saved U.S. Treasuries？Kuo Cheng-liang points to a critical predicament: there may be no buyers in the future
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
米財務省 bought back long-term government bonds worth $4 billion, but interest rates remain high. Kuo Cheng-liang pointed to the structural problem of a lack of overseas buyers and warned about the sustainability of U.S. government finances.
Breaking: Entertainer Wu Xiong reportedly arrested in Japan！“4 clues” point strikingly to a Taiwanese woman; reason for alleged damage to a national treasure revealed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwanese entertainer Wu Xiong, whose real name is Tsai Yi-chen, was reportedly arrested after allegedly splashing liquid on the National Treasure Buddha Footprint Stone at Yakushiji Temple in Nara, Japan, drawing public attention. The incident involves damage to cultural property and could affect the image of cultural exchanges between Taiwan and Japan.
Criticized as too weak to run in Taipei！Shen Po-yang compares himself to “Ko Wen-je in 2014”; Huang Yang-ming cites 1 statistic to refute him: “Laughable”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Ko Wen-je criticized Shen Po-yang as too weak. Shen responded by comparing himself to Ko Wen-je, who was elected Taipei mayor in 2014, while Huang Yang-ming countered with polling data, saying Shen’s strategy was hollow. The dispute highlights the debate over campaign rhetoric and political strength.
Volkswagen and Suzuki lose out！Taiwan’s top 10 imported SUV sales rankings reshuffled; the winner is praised for fuel economy, affordability, easy maintenance and comfort, with no rival in handling
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
In Taiwan’s imported SUV market in July 2026, the Toyota RAV4 led sales with 2,683 units. Japanese and South Korean SUVs dominated the market, while enhanced safety features on the Suzuki Jimny boosted sales. Weak performance by U.S. electric vehicles was a factor.
Companies mentioned：Toyota、Kia、Mazda、Suzuki、Volkswagen、Subaru、U-CAR、TNCAP、Hotai Motor
Was there a problem with the “self-destruct sequence” in the Jiupeng rocket test？Lu De-yun blasts the “intact rocket body”: “The consequences could have been worrying if it hadn’t been in a remote area”
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang makes an unannounced quick visit to Taiwan！Reportedly stayed just 2 hours before leaving; despite a fully confidential itinerary, he was spotted buying buns on the street
Chen Ting-fei seeks low-interest loans from state-owned banks through the Executive Yuan to help Hǎidiàn Road explosion victims rebuild their homes
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
An explosion on Hǎidiàn Road in Tainan, caused by the dumping of magnesium-rich soil, damaged homes. Legislator Chen Ting-fei visited the site to assist with disaster relief and sought low-interest loans from state-owned banks through the Executive Yuan to help affected residents rebuild, highlighting the importance of coordination across levels of government.
Bracing for heavy-rain disasters！Chen Chi-mai inspects flood-control facilities in northern Kaohsiung; detention, pumping and drainage, and clearing operations all on alert
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai inspected flood-control facilities in northern Kaohsiung in response to the threat of heavy rain. The city government is strengthening detention, pumping and drainage, and clearing operations to improve urban resilience and ensure public safety.
Heavy rain hits southern Taiwan！Lai Jui-lung makes successive flood-control inspections, visiting detention ponds and pumping stations to monitor water conditions: “We must not let our guard down”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Legislator Lai Jui-lung inspected several flood-control facilities in Kaohsiung on the 23rd, stressing that flood management must not be neglected amid extreme weather. He also urged residents to stay alert and prepare for disasters.
The age for claiming labor insurance old-age pensions will rise to 65 in 2026, while the new labor pension system will also be further improved to strengthen retirement protection for workers. The changes affect workers nearing retirement, who will need to reassess their retirement plans.
Flooding in several areas as heavy rain continues; Ko Chih-en inspects Ciaotou, Ziguan and Gushan: flood management cannot be judged solely by whether projects are completed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Several areas of Kaohsiung flooded after days of heavy rain. Kuomintang candidate Ko Chih-en inspected the damage in person, stressing that flood management requires systemic improvements and cannot rely solely on completing construction projects. The visit highlighted the challenges cities face in disaster preparedness amid extreme weather.
New Taipei sets up a booth at a disaster-preparedness and food-and-farming market, offering creative ways to learn about soil and water conservation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The New Taipei City Government’s Agriculture Department set up a soil and water conservation awareness booth at the “防災食農市集.” It used games and videos to make learning enjoyable and deepen public understanding.
佐々木美玲’s original brand “Mireille (ミレイユ),” 第2弾: Following its huge success, an additional Tokyo run of the release commemorative pop-up store and panel exhibition has been announced!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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From September 18, 2026 (Fri.) through September 27 (Sun.)
Original本日8月23日（日）19:00より
Price: 6,818 yen (before tax) / 7,500 yen (tax included)
Price: 3,500 yen (before tax) / 3,850 yen (tax included)
Price: 1,000 yen (before tax) / 1,100 yen (tax included)
Price: 409 yen (before tax) / 450 yen (tax included)
A collaborative music video by 白井カイウ and 出水ぽすか of “The Promised Neverland” and 秋山黄色 of “アイデンティティ” will premiere on Jump Channel tomorrow, Monday, August 24, at 19:00!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Facts
The channel has now surpassed 2.65 million subscribers!
Handmade gifts from Yamagata’s 遊佐中 and トライ式高等学院 head to Rwanda via “Gashapon”! “Nakayoshi Toy Project” uses Japanese toy culture to bring smiles across borders
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Facts
The “Rwanda Project 2026,” held from August 5 to 12, 2026
June 11 each year has been designated “International Day of Play.”
Trump’s major investment bets revealed！He made more than a thousand stock trades in June, buying nearly $50 million
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Former President Donald Trump’s investment account made more than 1,000 stock trades in June, buying more than $49 million worth of shares. The account is said to be independently managed, but concerns remain about conflicts of interest related to political decisions.
U.S.-Canada tariff talks collapse: Why would Canada rather bear 50% tariffs than back down？Where is North American trade headed？
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The United States imposed 50% tariffs on Canadian products, and Canada immediately announced retaliatory tariffs at the same rate. The foundations of the North American trade order have been shaken, potentially having a serious impact on USMCA renegotiations.
Why has Bitcoin suddenly surged？Watch these “three indicators” to see whether it can break through $80,000
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Bitcoin surged to $79,455, its highest level in about 3 months. The main drivers were expanded government bond buybacks by 米財務省 and forced liquidations of short positions, as investors’ risk appetite increases.
China dominates global humanoid robot shipments！智元 leads with a 43.1% market share, and all top 5 spots go to Chinese companies
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Shipments of humanoid robots in China surged in the first half of 2026, with 智元ロボティクス leading with a 43.1% share. The top 5 companies were all Chinese, as mass production and practical applications advanced.