# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-23 18:00–21:00 JST

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 71 items from 3 sources; Japan, 17 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Zelensky: 俄羅斯 plans to conscript 300,000 more troops

- Published: 2026-08-23T20:46:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608230181.aspx
- anchor: #n2183567
- Companies mentioned: 烏克蘭、俄羅斯、頓巴斯、康斯坦丁諾夫卡、愛國者

Facts:
- 俄羅斯 plans to conscript 300,000 more troops for the war against Ukraine after parliamentary elections in mid-September
- 俄羅斯 may conscript more troops next year to reach a total force of 500,000
- 俄羅斯 aims to develop the capacity to produce up to 1,300 ballistic missiles a year

## 雷蒙恩強攻18分 台灣藍剩5人打到最後勝台灣白奪瓊斯盃季軍

- Published: 2026-08-23T20:36:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608230179.aspx
- anchor: #n2183566
- Companies mentioned: 台灣藍、台灣白、威廉瓊斯盃、美國加州大學爾灣分校

Facts:
- Raymond Manu scores 18 points
- Raymond Manu scores 18 points, with 11 rebounds and 6 assists
- Clinches this tournament’s bronze medal with a 78-65 win
- The Blue team is short-handed, with only 8 players registered
- Just 5 players remained to play until the end
- 台灣藍僅以37比36領先白隊1分
- Built the game’s largest lead of 13 points
- Scored just 9 points in the first 7 minutes
- Raymond Manu（Samuel Manu） repeatedly delivered spectacular drives through the air, while Tan Chieh-lung also had 16 points and 10 rebounds
- Tan Chieh-lung also had 16 points and 10 rebounds
- Kuo Chun-yen contributed 15 points
- Hu Chin-hao led with 16 points
- Three-point shooting was just 26

## After air base bombings, 敘利亞 foreign minister hopes to quickly resume security talks with 以色列

- Published: 2026-08-23T20:34:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608230180.aspx
- anchor: #n2183565
- Companies mentioned: 敘利亞、以色列、美國、伊朗

Facts:
- Washington over the past more than 1 year
- After former 敘利亞 President Bashar al-Assad was ousted in 2024
- Since the war with 伊朗 broke out in February this year

## Chen Chun-hsiu hit by a pitch; right elbow joint swollen on the inside, iced and under observation

- Published: 2026-08-23T20:21:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608230178.aspx
- anchor: #n2183563
- Companies mentioned: 中信兄弟、統一7-ELEVEn獅隊、台北大巨蛋

Facts:
- Top of the 2nd inning

## 日本飛彈避難演習成效不彰 近7成都市區從未實施

- Published: 2026-08-23T20:20:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608230177.aspx
- anchor: #n2183564
- Companies mentioned: 產經新聞、中央社

Facts:
- Japan conducted 147 joint exercises nationwide
- 約有7成，共29個自治體從未實施過這類聯合演習

## Trump plans to increase economic pressure on 伊朗; experts analyze possible options

- Published: 2026-08-23T20:06:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608230176.aspx
- anchor: #n2183558
- Companies mentioned: Kpler、Obsidian Risk Advisors、Foundation for Defense of Democracies

Facts:
- Sanctions imposed on more than 1,000 individuals, ships and aircraft
- Estimated value of $500 billion
- China buys more than 80% of 伊朗's seaborne oil exports
- A currency swap mechanism involving $10 billion

## Cleanup efforts accelerate in Tainan’s Annan District explosion zone; city government first issues emergency response payments

- Published: 2026-08-23T20:03:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608230175.aspx
- anchor: #n2183556
- Companies mentioned: 台南市政府、陸軍第八軍團、台南律師公會、消防署

Facts:
- Households severely damaged by fires triggered by the explosion will receive a total of NT$120,000 each
- For homes damaged by the explosion along Haidian Road 二段, Lanes 288 and 342, a total of NT$10,000 will be paid for each damaged floor
- Other homes damaged by the explosion will receive a total of NT$2,000 for each damaged floor
- 11 homes were severely damaged by the spreading fire
- Another 102 households were affected
- A total of 8 households, comprising 21 people, were accommodated

## Heavy rain from a low-pressure system and southwesterly winds; work and classes suspended in Tainan, Kaohsiung and Pingtung on the 24th

- Published: 2026-08-23T20:02:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608230174.aspx
- anchor: #n2183557
- Companies mentioned: 中央氣象署、台南市政府、高雄市政府、屏東縣政府

Facts:
- The city government evacuated a total of 2,203 people
- A total of 115 people were evacuated across the county

## Magnitude 5.9 earthquake in Japan’s Kanto region; Taiwan’s representative office has received no requests for assistance

- Published: 2026-08-23T19:57:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608230173.aspx
- anchor: #n2183495
- Companies mentioned: 日本氣象廳、日本消防廳、外交部、駐日本代表處

Facts:
- Magnitude 5.9
- At least 37 people were injured
- The epicenter was 68 kilometers deep

## Amid weak economic data, Chinese officials issue statements to reassure markets

- Published: 2026-08-23T19:49:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608230172.aspx
- anchor: #n2183434
- Companies mentioned: 中共中央财经委员会、中國國家統計局、人民日報

Facts:
- Industrial value-added output rose 4.5% year over year
- A marked decline from 5.3% in June
- Total retail sales of consumer goods rose just 0.6% year over year
- Value-added output in the equipment manufacturing and high-tech manufacturing sectors grew 9.3% and 13.3%, respectively, in the first half of the year
- China’s gross domestic product（GDP） grew 4.7% in the first half of the year
- Overall GDP needs to grow by an average of about 4.3% in the second half of the year
- Growth in the second half needs to rise to around 5.3%

## Low-pressure system and southwesterly winds bring heavy rain; Kaohsiung should prepare for extremely heavy rain, while Pingtung should watch for torrential rain

- Published: 2026-08-23T19:46:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608230171.aspx
- anchor: #n2183431
- Companies mentioned: 中央氣象署、中央社

Facts:
- Localized torrential or extremely torrential rain is possible in Kaohsiung City
- Localized heavy or torrential rain is possible in Pingtung County

## Impurity halts imports of ADHD drug 利他能; supply estimated to resume in 116, with 食藥署 monitoring each batch

- Published: 2026-08-23T19:46:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608230170.aspx
- anchor: #n2183432
- Companies mentioned: 利他能、食藥署、中央健康保險署、Methylphenidate、Ifosfamide、Melphalan、Desferrioxamine

Facts:
- 「利他能錠10毫克」
- Monthly demand is only 200 to 1,600 units

## Heavy rain from a low-pressure system; work and classes suspended in Tainan City on 8/24

- Published: 2026-08-23T19:45:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608230169.aspx
- anchor: #n2183433
- Companies mentioned: 台南市政府、氣象署

Facts:
- Work and classes will be suspended tomorrow

## Financial sector steps up targeted outreach, deepening anti-fraud efforts among military personnel, new immigrants and older adults

- Published: 2026-08-23T19:33:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608230168.aspx
- anchor: #n2183430
- Companies mentioned: 富邦金控、富邦人壽、台北富邦銀行、凱基銀行、南山人壽、全球人壽、宏泰人壽、將來銀行、NEXT BANK

Facts:
- More than 1,700 people took part
- More than 80 seed trainees are expected to be trained this year
- Expected to reach about 1,200 to 3,600 person-times

## Low-pressure system and southwesterly winds; work and classes suspended in Pingtung County on the 24th

- Published: 2026-08-23T19:27:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608230167.aspx
- anchor: #n2183390
- Companies mentioned: 屏東縣政府、中央氣象署

Facts:
- Work and classes will be suspended in Pingtung tomorrow

## Cho Jung-tai visits National Health Insurance rehabilitation ward in Taichung; 3億元 earmarked for pilot project to improve healthy life expectancy

- Published: 2026-08-23T19:23:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608230166.aspx
- anchor: #n2183339
- Companies mentioned: 行政院、衛生福利部、健保署、台中醫院

Facts:
- 3億元 earmarked
- National Health Insurance spending has surpassed NT$1 trillion

## Fishing boat catches fire off Hsinchu; 4 crew members jump into the sea and are rescued safely

- Published: 2026-08-23T19:21:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608230165.aspx
- anchor: #n2183340

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.

## 伊朗 warns countries not to join the U.S. “economic war,” or they will be considered enemies

- Published: 2026-08-23T19:20:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608230164.aspx
- anchor: #n2183341
- Companies mentioned: 伊朗、美國、中國、阿拉伯聯合大公國、法新社、路透社、中央社

Facts:
- The U.S.-伊朗 war has continued for nearly 6 months

## 川普6月逾千筆證券交易 文件顯示總額恐達2億多美元

- Published: 2026-08-23T19:19:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608233002.aspx
- anchor: #n2183337
- Companies mentioned: 川普、先鋒集團、帕蘭泰爾、波克夏海瑟威、Coinbase、Visa、家得寶

Facts:
- 美國總統川普（Donald Trump）6月進行超過1000筆證券交易
- The total value of the transactions ranged from $78.1 million to $263.1 million
- 川普賣出先鋒集團（Vanguard Group）金額介於500萬美元至2500萬美元之間的ETF股票
- 川普2025年進行了逾2萬1000筆證券交易
- The total value of the transactions ranged from $600 million to $1.86 billion

## 澤倫斯基 rejects proposal for wartime elections, saying he fears it would divide 烏克蘭

- Published: 2026-08-23T19:18:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608230163.aspx
- anchor: #n2183338
- Companies mentioned: 澤倫斯基、Volodymyr Zelenskyy、費多羅夫、Mykhailo Fedorov、俄羅斯、烏克蘭

Facts:
- 現年35歲的費多羅夫
- 澤倫斯基, 48
- 俄羅斯 launched a full-scale invasion of 烏克蘭 in February 2022

## Taiwan Good Life event moves to Chiayi City, highlighting the central government’s ongoing support for local development

- Published: 2026-08-23T19:09:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608230161.aspx
- anchor: #n2183335
- Companies mentioned: 民进党、台湾好生活、内政部、交通部、中央社

Facts:
- NT$207 million in subsidies for extending the lifespan of old homes in Chiayi City
- 道路及人行環境改善補助29.6億元中央負擔達84%
- NT$28.7 billion Chiayi railway elevation project
- 交通部 approved a NT$12.9 million grant the following January for a feasibility assessment

## Strong quake strikes the Kanto “earthquake nest” late at night; Tokyo’s 23 wards record lower 5 intensity for the first time in 5 years

- Published: 2026-08-23T19:08:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608230160.aspx
- anchor: #n2183336
- Companies mentioned: 朝日電視台、每日新聞、東京大學、日本氣象廳

Facts:
- Magnitude 5.9 earthquake
- Lower 5 intensity
- The epicenter was about 68 kilometers deep
- Lower 5 intensity was observed in 17 municipalities
- The death toll could reach about 18,000
- The magnitude 7.3 “inland earthquake in southern central Tokyo”

## Heavy rain from a low-pressure zone prompts Kaohsiung and Tainan to suspend work and classes on the 24th

- Published: 2026-08-23T19:04:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608235004.aspx
- anchor: #n2183330
- Companies mentioned: 高雄市政府、台南市政府、中央氣象署

Facts:
- Rainfall on the 24th has reached the threshold for suspending work and classes

## Drugged and raped by her husband, Gisèle: “I became a martyr, but I harbor no resentment”【Book excerpt】

- Published: 2026-08-23T19:02:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608235003.aspx
- anchor: #n2183331
- Companies mentioned: 法國電力公司

Facts:
- Dominique and 50 men stood together in the dock
- The sentence was also increased from 9 years to 10 years

## 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

- Published: 2026-08-23T18:58:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608230159.aspx
- anchor: #n2183269
- Companies mentioned: 中華職棒、富邦悍將、Driveline

Facts:
- Has appeared in 68 games so far
- 254 at-bats
- 62 hits
- 5 home runs

## Wu Shih-yi changes her mindset for the Asian Games and hopes to become a YouTuber introducing boxing

- Published: 2026-08-23T18:55:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608230158.aspx
- anchor: #n2183206
- Companies mentioned: 新竹風拳拳館

Facts:
- Women’s 57-kilogram class dropped from the 2026 Nagoya Asian Games boxing program
- Wu Shih-yi must compete against Lin Yu-ting in the domestic qualifiers for the 60-kilogram class spot
- Her weight was down to around 48 kilograms before the competition

## AI technology draws attention at 首爾美容週; Korean beauty products expand into inner wellness

- Published: 2026-08-23T18:53:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608230157.aspx
- anchor: #n2183207
- Companies mentioned: 首爾美容週、東大門設計廣場、Lululab、歐萊雅韓國

Facts:
- A total of 152 companies took part
- South Korea’s cosmetics exports reached US$11.4 billion last year
- About NT$363 billion
- Small and medium-sized enterprises’ share of exports rose from 63.6% in 2023
- to 72.5% last year
- 9 indicators, including skin elasticity, melanin pigmentation and skin texture

## After the “中國尊” aircraft collision in Beijing, officials plan to include pilots in background checks

- Published: 2026-08-23T18:48:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608230145.aspx
- anchor: #n2183208
- Companies mentioned: 中國尊、中國民航局、中信大廈

Facts:
- Applicants for 8 license categories will have to undergo background checks
- Applicants must meet 5 requirements to pass the checks
- The incident killed the driver and injured 13 people

## 林易霆家鄉台東首登板感觸多 潘威倫鼓勵保持正面

- Published: 2026-08-23T18:40:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608230144.aspx
- anchor: #n2183205
- Companies mentioned: 統一7-ELEVEn獅隊、林易霆、潘威倫、陳鏞基、李軍

Facts:
- 20歲投手林易霆
- His top speed has improved to 149 kilometers per hour

## Torrential rain batters southern Taiwan, flooding roads and toppling trees; more than 2,000 people evacuated in Kaohsiung and Pingtung

- Published: 2026-08-23T18:39:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608230143.aspx
- anchor: #n2183202
- Companies mentioned: 高雄輕軌

Facts:
- Kaohsiung evacuated 2,203 people due to a landslide warning
- Pingtung County also evacuated 115 people
- Tainan City Hall prepared 511 mobile pumps for the rain
- It also requested 5 pumps from the central government to speed up drainage
- Red landslide alerts issued for 34 rivers in mountainous areas, including Liouguei and Maolin
- As of 4 p.m. today, 36 locations across Pingtung County were flooded
- There were also 8 reports of fallen trees
- Rainfall in mountainous areas is forecast to reach about 400 millimeters over 24 hours

## Strong southwesterly winds and a low-pressure zone bring risk of torrential rain to Kaohsiung and Pingtung

- Published: 2026-08-23T18:38:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608230142.aspx
- anchor: #n2183203
- Companies mentioned: 中央氣象署、中央社

## Thousands expected to protest in capital ahead of Sweden’s election against climate policies of right-wing government

- Published: 2026-08-23T18:34:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608230141.aspx
- anchor: #n2183200
- Companies mentioned: 瑞典民主黨、瑞典自然保育協會

Facts:
- Police and organizers estimate about 10,000 people will attend
- More than 200 nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) and associations are expected to take part
- Sweden’s carbon emissions reduction target is to cut transport-related emissions by 70% from 2010 levels by 2030 at the latest

## Competing as training ahead of the Asian Games, Huang Hsiao-wen wins gold at the City Cup and is pleased with the results

- Published: 2026-08-23T18:34:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608230140.aspx
- anchor: #n2183201
- Companies mentioned: World Boxing、WB

Facts:
- Won decisively, 5-0
- 2026 Taipei City Cup Boxing Invitational

## Pingtung’s Donggang fishers celebrate Indonesia’s Independence Day and promote a campaign for fishers’ freedom

- Published: 2026-08-23T18:26:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608230139.aspx
- anchor: #n2183199
- Companies mentioned: 印尼海員同鄉聯誼會－屏東縣漁工職業工會（FOSPI-PMFU）、漁業署、中央社

Facts:
- Celebrating the 81st anniversary of Indonesia’s independence
- About 4,500 deep-sea and coastal fishers work in the Donggang area of Pingtung

## 高鐵嘉義站聯外軌道建設 黃敏惠、陳世凱隔空交鋒

- Published: 2026-08-23T18:19:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608230138.aspx
- anchor: #n2183197
- Companies mentioned: 高鐵、Facebook、台積電、中央社、台灣好生活

Facts:
- The Ministry of Transportation provided NT$12.9 million to the Chiayi City Government in January of the following year for a feasibility study

## 民進黨盤點配合中國介選7大違法行為 最重可判15年

- Published: 2026-08-23T18:15:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608230137.aspx
- anchor: #n2183196
- Companies mentioned: 民進黨、中國

Facts:
- 7 illegal acts
- Rewards of up to NT$20 million

## Flexible scheduling based on weather could affect fans; Yeh Chun-chang hopes to make up the game on Monday

- Published: 2026-08-23T18:06:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608230136.aspx
- anchor: #n2183189
- Companies mentioned: 中華職棒、富邦悍將、味全龍

Facts:
- Recent rain in northern Taiwan has mostly arrived around 4 or 5 p.m.
- Playing 6 games would not be a major problem

## 鄭麗文：盼八二三70週年由國民黨總統赴金門紀念

- Published: 2026-08-23T18:05:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608230135.aspx
- anchor: #n2183190
- Companies mentioned: 國民黨、中華民國

Facts:
- 823戰役68週年
- 823戰役70週年

## Chiang Wan-an campaigns for Chang Chi-kai; Wang Mei-hui says she will continue seeking resources for Chiayi City

- Published: 2026-08-23T18:04:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608230134.aspx
- anchor: #n2183191
- Companies mentioned: 民眾黨、國民黨、民進黨

Facts:
- “A Good Life for Taiwan” 2026 county and city policy briefing

## 防南部豪雨致災 第四作戰區兵力進駐那瑪夏、六龜

- Published: 2026-08-23T17:58:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608230133.aspx
- anchor: #n2183188
- Companies mentioned: 第四作戰區

## Ukrainian drones strike logistics center; Russian e-commerce company Ozon’s warehouse damaged

- Published: 2026-08-23T17:58:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608230132.aspx
- anchor: #n2183125
- Companies mentioned: Ozon、Wildberries

Facts:
- Russia’s Defense Ministry says it repelled 6 drones in Orenburg Oblast
- The company evacuated more than 300 people
- Russia’s Defense Ministry said it shot down 328 Ukrainian drones overnight

## Japan plans another 30 billion yen investment in Rapidus, bringing total to as much as 80 billion

- Published: 2026-08-23T17:58:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608230131.aspx
- anchor: #n2183126
- Companies mentioned: Rapidus、日本放送協會（NHK）、經濟產業省

Facts:
- 150 billion yen
- About NT$30 billion
- 400 billion yen
- About NT$80 billion
- 2.6 trillion yen
- About NT$520.6 billion

## Cargo ship sinks off eastern India, 22 missing; authorities continue search and rescue

- Published: 2026-08-23T17:56:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608230130.aspx
- anchor: #n2183127
- Companies mentioned: Ocean Winner

Facts:
- Carrying 24 crew members
- 2 Chinese nationals rescued
- 22 crew members missing
- 18 Chinese nationals
- 3 Myanmar nationals
- 1 Bangladeshi national
- Sank within 8 minutes
- About 240 nautical miles from Paradip Port

## Crossing into new business: Xi’an, China, cinema offers lunchtime service for an average of less than 5 yuan a day

- Published: 2026-08-23T17:53:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608230129.aspx
- anchor: #n2183062
- Companies mentioned: 盧米埃影城

Facts:
- Equivalent to an average daily spend of 1 yuan
- Monthly membership card for 1 person costs 39.9 yuan
- Monthly membership card for 2 people costs 59.9 yuan
- A total of 76 seats are available

## “Shamaoshan Painting Society” intergenerational exhibition opens at Xinzhuang Culture and Arts Center

- Published: 2026-08-23T19:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158652
- anchor: #n2183496

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: 2026-08-23T19:23:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158672
- anchor: #n2183497

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: 2026-08-23T19:20:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11158670
- anchor: #n2183498

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: 2026-08-23T19:18:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158671
- anchor: #n2183499
- Companies mentioned: 榮秋重機、CFMOTO春風動力

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: 2026-08-23T19:06:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11158668
- anchor: #n2183500

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: 2026-08-23T18:42:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11158667
- anchor: #n2183270

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.

## U.S.-Canada trade war erupts in full！U.S. invokes dormant law to impose 50% tariffs; Canadian Prime Minister Carney vows “equal retaliation”

- Published: 2026-08-23T18:32:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158664
- anchor: #n2183271
- Companies mentioned: Dorsey & Whitney、RBC、Unifor

米国がカナダ製品に50%の関税を課し、カナダは等額報復を宣言。両国は全面的な貿易戦争に突入し、経済同盟の崩壊が現実となった。

## 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: 2026-08-23T18:31:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11158663
- anchor: #n2183272
- Companies mentioned: 不奇而遇Steven&Sia

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: 2026-08-23T18:18:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158657
- anchor: #n2183273
- Companies mentioned: On The Go

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: 2026-08-23T18:09:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158661
- anchor: #n2183274

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: 2026-08-23T18:07:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158655
- anchor: #n2183275
- Companies mentioned: 米財務省、FRB

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: 2026-08-23T17:58:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11158659
- anchor: #n2183128

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: 2026-08-23T17:43:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158644
- anchor: #n2183129
- Companies mentioned: 自由時報、TVBS、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: 2026-08-23T17:34:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11158639
- anchor: #n2183130
- Companies mentioned: Toyota、Kia、Mazda、Suzuki、Volkswagen、Subaru、U-CAR、TNCAP、Hotai Motor

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.

## 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”

- Published: 2026-08-23T17:21:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158636
- anchor: #n2183131
- Companies mentioned: 国家中山科学研究院

台湾国家中山科学研究院在屏东九鵬基地进行的卫星运载火箭测试因轨道偏移而自毁坠毁，无人员或财产损伤。前国防部视察卢德允批评自毁程序存在问题，指出火箭坠落时仍有燃料且箭体完整，若非人烟罕至可能造成严重后果。

## 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

- Published: 2026-08-23T17:21:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158654
- anchor: #n2183132
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、緯創

輝達CEO黃仁勳突襲訪台，短暫停留並被目擊在台北買包子，行程保密。可能為財報前與台積電等供應商閉門會議，凸顯台灣在AI半導體鏈的關鍵地位。

## 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: 2026-08-23T17:18:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158653
- anchor: #n2183133

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.

## 百米短跑只要9秒39！中國機器人打破波特紀錄，路透：能在產業界落地才是硬功夫

- Published: 2026-08-23T17:14:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158651
- anchor: #n2183134
- Companies mentioned: 北京人形ロボット創新中心、榮耀（Honor）、宇樹科技（Unitree）、華為（Huawei）、銀河通用（Galbot）、Lumos Robotics、Zeroth

中国の「天工 Ultra」が100メートル9秒39でウサイン・ボルトの記録を更新したが、終了後に制動不能で転倒。技術的進展と実用化のギャップが浮き彫りになった。

## 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: 2026-08-23T17:12:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158650
- anchor: #n2183135

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: 2026-08-23T17:09:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158649
- anchor: #n2183136

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.

## 退休只靠勞保不夠用！勞工還有1筆錢「沒65歲就能領」在職也能申請，2026勞退新制一次看

- Published: 2026-08-23T17:08:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11158648
- anchor: #n2183137

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: 2026-08-23T17:08:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158647
- anchor: #n2183138

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: 2026-08-23T17:06:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11158646
- anchor: #n2183139
- Companies mentioned: 農業部農村發展及水土保持署、國立自然科學博物館車籠埔斷層保存園區、國立臺灣科學教育館

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.

## 安部若菜が最優秀作品賞を受賞!『芸人原作オーディション ゼロイチ』結果発表

- Published: 2026-08-23T20:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005282.000029501.html
- anchor: #n2183559
- Companies mentioned: 吉本興業、note、BSよしもと、ヨシモトブックス、FANY:D

Facts:
- Approximately 6,000 affiliated talent
- Approximately 160 entrants and more than 600 works submitted
- 18 contestants took on the tense final presentations in a 2-hour special broadcast on BSよしもと on August 23.
- A total of 29 professional judges from companies
- 500,000 yen in creative activity funding
- ¥50,000 in prize money

## “Curry, with moon-viewing.” Traditional Japanese dashi meets moon-viewing.

- Published: 2026-08-23T20:00:59+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000049.000084870.html
- anchor: #n2183560
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ジパングフードリレーションズ、ジパングカリーカフェ

Facts:
- Seared Bacon Moon-Viewing Dashi Curry: 1,290 yen (tax included)
- Seared Bacon Moon-Viewing Grilled Cheese Curry: 1,490 yen (tax included)

## くれいじーまぐねっと appointed campaign ambassadors for HerTech, a web skills school for women

- Published: 2026-08-23T20:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000140.000110737.html
- anchor: #n2183562
- Companies mentioned: くれいじーまぐねっと、HerTech、IVI Entertainment、Kuremag_

Facts:
- Their YouTube channel has more than 2 million subscribers
- Their total social media following is approximately 10 million
- Even beginners can learn web skills such as web design and video editing in as little as 4 months

## ＝LOVE makes its first appearance on SBS’s “인기가요” (Inkigayo)! Video for the Korean version of the new song “恋、はじめました。” released!

- Published: 2026-08-23T20:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004976.000013546.html
- anchor: #n2183561
- Companies mentioned: ＝LOVE、SBS、Sony Music、Sony Music Studios Tokyo、BABEL LABEL

Facts:
- 1.9億 cumulative streams
- The total number of plays on TikTok has also reached 2.3 billion
- More than 500,000 copies shipped cumulatively
- Price: 2,200 yen (tax included)
- Price: 1,800 yen (tax included)
- Price: 2,500 yen (tax included)
- Price: ¥1,200 (tax included)

## Overcoming financial barriers in holistic admissions through application essays and achievements

- Published: 2026-08-23T19:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000399.000085831.html
- anchor: #n2183388
- Companies mentioned: 名古屋商科大学、学校法人栗本学園

Facts:
- Up to 480,000 yen per year
- Effective monthly cost in the 10,000-yen range
- 9 admissions categories
- 31-major system
- 63 countries worldwide
- 196 schools

## 橋本颯馬 claims his first win of the season! / JBMXF Daito Trust Construction Series Round 6, Niigata

- Published: 2026-08-23T19:17:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000033.000175868.html
- anchor: #n2183389
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人全日本BMX連盟、CRISP Bros Racing、（株）イカイ、茨城県BMX協会、iRC TIRE/REDLINE Bicycles Japan、中部BMX協会、千葉県BMX協会、神奈川県BMX協会、大東建託株式会社、公益財団法人日本自転車競技連盟、上越市、上越市教育委員会

Facts:
- With 8 entries in the men’s championship
- A format totaling 3 races was adopted
- “2026 JBMXF Daito Trust Construction Series Round 6, Niigata”
- Held in Brisbane, Australia, July 22–25
- Event dates: August 22 (Sat.)–August 23 (Sun.), 2026

## From “people who share” to “people who make food.” A new food co-creation project by 3 parties gets underway

- Published: 2026-08-23T19:08:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000048.000084870.html
- anchor: #n2183332
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ジパングフードリレーションズ、株式会社トラシェア、Amazon

Facts:
- Sales begin on Amazon on August 29, 2026

## 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: 2026-08-23T19:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000219.000026876.html
- anchor: #n2183334
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイ・エヌ・ジー、HMV＆BOOKS SHIBUYA、日向坂46、NTV、MBS、InterFM、NHK-FM

Facts:
- From September 18, 2026 (Fri.) through September 27 (Sun.)
- 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: 2026-08-23T19:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001989.000002610.html
- anchor: #n2183333
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社小学館集英社プロダクション、集英社、ソニーミュージック

Facts:
- The channel has now surpassed 2.65 million subscribers!

## ノジマTリーグ 2026-2027シーズン 公式戦 8月23日開催 木下アビエル神奈川 vs 九州カリーナ 試合結果

- Published: 2026-08-23T18:36:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003081.000038094.html
- anchor: #n2183204
- Companies mentioned: ノジマTリーグ、木下アビエル神奈川、九州カリーナ

Facts:
- 3-1

## A pop-up shop commemorating the release of the Mobile Police Patlabor novel “寿司屋の後藤” is open at アベノラクバス in Osaka through Sunday, August 30!

- Published: 2026-08-23T18:21:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000283.000012425.html
- anchor: #n2183198
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社文藝春秋、HEADGEAR

Facts:
- Scheduled release date: June 25, 2026
- List price: print edition, 1,980 yen (tax included)
- 四六判 format, paperback with cover, 272 pages

## Heart Art株式会社 to fully launch wedding photography services for international couples from 2 locations in Tokyo and Kyoto

- Published: 2026-08-23T18:13:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000189565.html
- anchor: #n2183192
- Companies mentioned: Heart Art株式会社

Facts:
- 2 locations in Tokyo and Kyoto
- Established: May 2025

## 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: 2026-08-23T18:04:32+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000135.000166170.html
- anchor: #n2183193
- Companies mentioned: 特定非営利活動法人なかよし学園プロジェクト、山形県遊佐町立遊佐中学校、トライ式高等学院 柏校

Facts:
- The “Rwanda Project 2026,” held from August 5 to 12, 2026
- June 11 each year has been designated “International Day of Play.”

## Green kochia at its best (国営海の中道海浜公園)

- Published: 2026-08-23T18:04:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000852.000032901.html
- anchor: #n2183194
- Companies mentioned: PlayCafe、国営海の中道海浜公園、一般財団法人 公園財団

Facts:
- 1,250 green kochia plants
- Approximately 820㎡
- ¥500, including tax

## Omotesando music bar “K88” to host a special event featuring world-renowned nail artist Britney TOKYO

- Published: 2026-08-23T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000025.000158382.html
- anchor: #n2183195
- Companies mentioned: Familiezone株式会社、株式会社AMANATION、K88

Facts:
- Saturday, August 8, 2026
- Open 18:00
- Close 24:00

## ワンピカード『世界最強の戦士』BOX買取価格は1.6〜1.8万円！発売日翌日価格の予想的中は35.7%！トレゲト(@cardchusen_com)が公開

- Published: 2026-08-23T17:58:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000183006.html
- anchor: #n2183123
- Companies mentioned: トレカプロ株式会社、カード抽選まとめ トレゲト、ONE PIECEカードゲーム

Facts:
- The actual buyback price is 16,500–18,200 yen
- List price: 5,760 yen
- On August 19, 3 days before release, the buyback offer for sealed boxes was 23,800 yen
- On the August 22 release date, the price was 18,500 yen

## プロテインブランド「Dear me」、関西初出展・百貨店催事デビュー。阪急百貨店オリジナル商品「紫いも黒ごまきなこ味」も同時発売、監修医師とトレーナーによるトークショーも実施

- Published: 2026-08-23T17:57:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000175838.html
- anchor: #n2183124
- Companies mentioned: 梅花堂紙業株式会社、阪急百貨店、りんくう総合医療センター、大阪大学大学院医学系研究科、グロービス経営大学院、大和ハウスグループ、山梨大学

Facts:
- For 2 days, September 23 (Wed., holiday) and 24 (Thu.), 2026
- Average protein: 8.7 g
- Average dietary fiber: 3.9 g
- Average magnesium: 32 mg

## Trump’s major investment bets revealed！He made more than a thousand stock trades in June, buying nearly $50 million

- Published: 2026-08-23T19:20:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6584593
- anchor: #n2183435
- Companies mentioned: バーキンシャー・ハサウェイ、Visa、Mastercard、Meta、モトローラ

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: 2026-08-23T19:10:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6584290
- anchor: #n2183436

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: 2026-08-23T18:20:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6584592
- anchor: #n2183209
- Companies mentioned: CoinShares、CoinGlass、CryptoQuant、MEXC Research、Zeus Research、Scotiabank、Deutsche Bank、Binance

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: 2026-08-23T17:40:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6584203
- anchor: #n2183063
- Companies mentioned: Counterpoint Research、宇樹科技、銀河通用、優必選、楽聚ロボット、輝達、寧徳時代、Tesla、Boston Dynamics

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.