AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-26 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 8 of 9https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 692 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 159 items from 4 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en Changhua County collects NT$180 million more in traffic fines than budgeted; councilors urge warnings for minor violationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249384https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249384Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:08:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChanghua County's final accounts show traffic fine revenue exceeding estimates by nearly NT$180 million, a record high. A county councilor urged authorities to focus on warnings for minor violations, drawing a positive response from the police department. After heavy rain damage, Pingtung County launches subsidies for flooding and water-damaged vehicleshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249276https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249276Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:06:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Kee Tai project led to subsidence of Dazhi homes; site manager sentenced to 4 years and 10 months in first-instance rulinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249277https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249277Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:04:06 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Bus hits pedestrian in Xindian, causing brain hemorrhage; 1 passenger also injuredhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249215https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249215Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:00:04 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Penghu turns food waste into resources; new equipment boosts efficiency and reduces odorshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249145https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249145Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:56:26 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Penghu County Environmental Protection Bureau has introduced new food waste processing equipment that uses solid-liquid-oil separation and rapid biodegradation technology to eliminate odors and improve resource recovery efficiency. The facility can process 15 tons of food waste per day and turn the output into organic fertilizer. Nagoya Asian Games sees surge in participants; organizers and OCA discuss reducing numbershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249143https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249143Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:55:02 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Gender-friendly dormitory handbook released, outlining cases of separate rooms on the same floor and gender-inclusive housinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249144https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249144Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:51:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Ministry of Education has released a reference handbook on gender-friendly dormitories at colleges and universities to promote housing models that do not segregate residents by gender. Councilor says city failed to place girl allegedly sexually abused at home; Taipei Social Welfare Department says procedures have begunhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249146https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249146Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:47:56 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 川習會9月登場前 華為與惠普簽多年專利授權協議https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249147https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249147Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:46:53 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA華為與惠普達成Wi-Fi技術多年期專利授權協議，彰顯其全球專利佈局與影響力。 川普冠名甘迺迪中心爭議延燒 法院聽證27日登場https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249148https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249148Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:45:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Chinese scholar: US-China relations are strained; Track 1.5 dialogue warms up for Trump-Xi meetinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249149https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249149Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:44:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Investigator uses listening device to gather evidence of neighbor's sounds; court ruling ordering NT$250,000 in damages finalizedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249128https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249128Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:43:47 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 助攻自主都更 台灣金聯開辦全案管理與前期資金墊付https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249129https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249129Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:43:45 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 高雄博田國際醫院正副院長涉違醫師法 橋檢起訴5人https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249130https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249130Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:40:43 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Chen Feng-min throws out first pitch in MLB wearing No. 41 jersey, receives retirement tribute to make up for past regrethttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249131https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249131Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:39:41 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Taiwan's rare urban population of flying foxes arose from Hualien's early city planning, unintentionallyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249132https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249132Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:37:38 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Controversy over patients waiting for beds in NTU emergency department; Shih Chung-liang: Strengthen triage and formalize admissionshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249133https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249133Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:37:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 工研院攜手奇美等組示範聯盟 推動塑膠包材循環模式https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249087https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249087Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:32:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Small and medium-sized enterprise transformation bill slated for submission to Legislative Yuan in September; tax incentives to be extended to small businesseshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248953https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248953Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:16:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 李貞秀參選竹北市長資格問題 游盈隆：新竹縣選委會認定https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248954https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248954Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:16:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Taiwanese fortune teller's claim that “Beijing has no refrigerators”; Taiwan Affairs Office says it is divorced from realityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248946https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248946Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:12:27 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Japan plans to support construction of an alternative oil pipeline in the Middle East to bolster energy securityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248947https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248947Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:11:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Woolly mammoth fossils emerge from drought-stricken Danube; treasure hunt fever grips Bulgariahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248948https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248948Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:11:23 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Norway plans tighter regulation of smart glasses to protect public privacy from threatshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248949https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248949Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:10:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Morgan Stanley raises Taiwan's economic growth forecast for this year to 11.6%, sees 40-year highhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248951https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248951Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:07:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA New Taiwan dollar rises 1.8 cents at midday, temporarily closing at 31.85https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248950https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248950Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:07:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA New Taipei's 2nd administrative center bolsters smart policing; Hou Yu-ih calls for police-fire joint responsehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248952https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248952Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:05:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Posthumous work by I May Be Wrong author: Open hands bring more happiness than clenched fists [Book excerpt]https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248945https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248945Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:58:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Open Hand, a posthumous work by Björn Natthiko Lindeblad, author of the global bestseller I May Be Wrong, has been published in Taiwan. The book advocates letting go of the urge to control and embracing life's uncertainty, offering deep comfort to people in today's anxiety-ridden society. Redistricting battle erupts between US parties as swing seats rapidly dwindlehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248641https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248641Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:55:12 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Meta faces youth addiction lawsuit; Bloomberg: Negotiating settlements with states during trialhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248642https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248642Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:54:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMeta has been sued by 29 states over allegations that it designed its platform to addict young people. The case is being heard in federal court, and moves toward settlement talks have drawn attention from a consumer protection perspective. Cheng Tai Group acquires 5.1% stake in 伸興; Yang Te-hua: Purely a financial investmenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248643https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248643Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:54:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNACheng Tai Group announced that it had acquired a 5.1% stake in 伸興. Chairman Yang Te-hua clarified that this was purely a financial investment and had nothing to do with a bid for control of 宇隆. For International Bat Night, NTNU reveals bats' freeze-protection mechanism and heavy metals in their droppingshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248644https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248644Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:51:06 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANTNU research reveals bats' physiological mechanism for resisting freezing and warns that their droppings, known as nocturnal mineral, contain toxic heavy metals and should not be used medicinally. 34 European officials visit Taiwan to study Chinese, tour tech industry and explore Taiwan's strengths in hardware and softwarehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248645https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248645Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:45:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan's Ministry of Education invited 34 European officials to Taiwan for 12 days of Chinese-language and industry studies. The initiative aims to promote Taiwan-Europe education and industry exchanges and deepen ties. 大西洋飲料 embezzlement case: Former general manager sentenced to 9 years and 2 months in retrialhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248638https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248638Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:41:01 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Wanli Creek barrier lake continues to overflow steadily; no water remains stored in the former Mataian Creek barrier lakehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248639https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248639Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:39:59 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Taiwan stocks rise more than 600 points; 大立光 hits limit-up to a record high, CPO stocks rallyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248640https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248640Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:36:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Rain lets up in 高雄; Chen Chi-mai: Keep main roads open to traffichttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248622https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248622Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:30:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA U.S. badminton rising star Chen Hongli grew up at an old Los Angeles gym; his mother is from Taiwanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248623https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248623Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:28:53 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Discounted lighting replacement program starts 9/9; 環境部 estimates a 95% recycling ratehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248624https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248624Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:24:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA U.S. immigration authorities arrested nearly 50,000 people in July, a monthly high in Trump’s second termhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248552https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248552Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:22:49 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Shen Boyang proposes urban micro-forests, calls for planting trees again to cool Taipeihttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248553https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248553Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:22:46 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Russian warplanes enter 南韓’s air defense identification zone for the 2nd time in weekshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248554https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248554Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:20:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 輝達 unveils new robot computer to tap entry-level edge AI markethttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248555https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248555Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:18:23 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Elementary school student keeps clean but still has body odor; doctor says it may be hyperhidrosishttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248556https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248556Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:17:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Housing market hotspots cool; Taoyuan and Taichung household home-purchase rates hit their lowest first-half levels since 2016https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248543https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248543Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:15:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Japan’s ambassador to China: Regrets that no meaningful dialogue with China has yet taken placehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248544https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248544Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:14:17 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 北市115年上半詐欺案 件數、被害人皆減約1成7https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248545https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248545Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:13:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAStatistics from Taipei City's Department of Budget, Accounting and Statistics showed that the number of fraud cases and victims in the first half of this year fell by about 17%. After days of heavy rain in Kaohsiung, bus gets stuck in a pothole near the main libraryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248546https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248546Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:11:13 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA U.S. media: Rubio says airstrikes on Iran are on hold as Washington applies pressure through sanctions and a blockadehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248547https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248547Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:11:11 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAU.S. Secretary of State Rubio announced a pause in new airstrikes against Iran, shifting to economic pressure. The move aims to cut off Iran’s financial lifeline and force it back to the negotiating table, with the policy to continue until the midterm elections. Chen Chi-mai calls to arrange pumping equipment; Lu Hsiu-yen admires his willingness to speak up and solve problemshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248548https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248548Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:10:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Scammer says investment profits require “making up points”; Taichung woman sends money for son before police and bank intervenehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248549https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248549Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:09:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 林佳龍27日訪問帛琉 出席太平洋島國論壇相關活動https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248551https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248551Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:07:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Accessibility does not equal friendliness: Disability groups reveal 3 major challenges people with disabilities face when going outhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248550https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248550Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:07:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA First 2 locally acquired cases of mpox variant M confirmed; man in his 30s unvaccinatedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248440https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248440Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:04:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Pingtung man fired 3 shots after refusing police search; sentence reduced to 8 years for attempted murder after reaching a settlementhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248441https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248441Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:02:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 「文化空總」晴空季 launches military-themed weekend, revisiting memories of national defensehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248442https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248442Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:58:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA文化空總 is holding the「2026晴空季」, featuring a「military-themed weekend」this weekend with exhibitions, performances by the 空軍軍樂隊, and a market to pay tribute to military personnel, police, firefighters, and medical workers。 Next year's defense budget to top NT$1 trillion for the first time; president says funds will be turned into credible defensive capabilitieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248232https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248232Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:56:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Typhoon Saola shifts north and weakens; sea warning expected early on 8/27https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248231https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248231Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:54:53 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Is Australia's social media ban for under-16s ineffective？Usage rebounds to near pre-ban levelshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248233https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248233Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:49:49 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 國合會 launches smart healthcare partnership in Lviv, Ukraine, to benefit 720,000 peoplehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248234https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248234Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:47:47 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 航港局：9 shipping routes and 57 sailings suspendedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248235https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248235Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:45:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Stop buying these 3 clothing colors！Experts warn they「fade and look old easily」, and washing them incorrectly can make them look worn in no timehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249217https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249217Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Black, red and dark navy clothes are prone to fading in the wash, and the American Cleaning Institute and others have offered guidance on proper washing methods. The advice helps raise consumer awareness of clothing care. 華爾街日報》Older Americans are getting higher on marijuana, to neighbors' dismayhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249216https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249216Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Cannabis use among older Americans has reached an all-time high. Although it is used for medical and relaxation purposes, concerns about neighborhood disputes and health risks are also growing. Could「one 台積電 share for every newborn」boost the birth rate？Shih Chun-chi skewers Hsieh Chin-ho in one remark, calling it a vote-grabbing ideahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249218https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249218Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:54:36 +0900Taiwan風傳媒謝金河, chairman of 財訊傳媒, proposed giving newborns 1 share of TSMC stock, drawing attention as a measure to address the birth rate. Former Vice Premier 施俊吉 criticized the proposal as a popularity-seeking idea and argued that fiscal consolidation should take priority. 台鐵買票規定大改動「全台灣統一上路」！火車票最高5折優惠，如何退費、重要新制曝https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249219https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249219Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:41:36 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan Railways introduced a discount program of up to 50% for university students traveling 50km or more, but students without a registration stamp were fined during the initial rollout. Taiwan Railways apologized, relaxed its identity verification rules and issued refunds. Beef and eggs lose out！Expert reveals「TOP10 high-protein foods」and names the winner: quick nutrition, high nutritional value, antioxidants, and vitaminshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249220https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249220Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:36:19 +0900Taiwan風傳媒 Why must offerings for ancestor worship wait until the ritual is over before they can be eaten？It's not simply that「the gods eat first」—there is a reason elders insist on ithttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249221https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249221Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒An explanation of when to eat offerings during traditional Taiwanese sacrificial rituals. As part of a ceremony expressing respect for the deities, offerings retain their significance as reverent tributes until the ritual is complete, and must also be handled appropriately for food safety. The miracle drug whose name cannot be spoken：How foreign drugmakers skirt the rules to promote it, fueling China's「weight-loss injection」boom worth tens of billions？https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249222https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249222Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:25:12 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Prescription drug advertising is banned in China, but makers of GLP-1 weight-loss injections are circumventing the rules through indirect promotion, and the market is growing rapidly. ノボ・ノルディスク, リリー, ファイザー and 信達生物 are engaged in fierce competition for market share. The best time to replenish your wealth during the Zhongyuan Festival revealed！Miss「these 2 time slots」and you could lose money; expert explains how to worship the Earthly Officialhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249223https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249223Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:21:49 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Zhongyuan Festival marks the birthday of the Great Emperor of the Earthly Official and is considered the ideal time to perform the wealth-enhancing ritual known as replenishing the treasury. A fortune-telling expert identified 2 auspicious times and explained how to worship to avoid financial losses. Kao Hung-an and Cheng Chao-fang lose out！「He」tops the rankings for online buzz among young local election candidates nationwide：constantly in the spotlight, with a rich political backgroundhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249224https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249224Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:19:47 +0900Taiwan風傳媒A ranking of online buzz around younger candidates in Taiwan's 2026 local elections was released, with 沈伯洋 at No. 1. His political career and high profile have drawn attention. LeBron James and former Lakers owner linked to a $300 million loan！Walter embroiled in tax investigation; NBA respondshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249225https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249225Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:18:04 +0900Taiwan風傳媒NBA star LeBron James and former Lakers owner Mark Walter are involved in a $300 million loan。Walter sold the team amid a tax investigation, raising financial and regulatory concerns。 Nvidia earnings set to move markets！Wall Street analysts reveal「5 key factors」that could affect 6 Taiwan AI supply-chain stockshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249226https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249226Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:15:12 +0900Taiwan風傳媒As Nvidia prepares to report earnings, Wall Street analysts are focused on 5 key factors：the sustainability of AI spending, memory supply, restrictions on the Chinese market, and competitive pressure。These could affect 6 major Taiwan AI supply-chain stocks。 Could a state-owned merger between Chang Hwa Bank and IBF Financial be in the works？Investor got in early with 800 lots, banking on「1+1>2」：ugly duckling to swanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249227https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249227Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:13:56 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Chang Hwa Bank and IBF Financial may merge as state-owned entities, and both have begun evaluating the proposal。Analyst Chen Chung-ming sees complementary businesses, has bought 800 lots of Chang Hwa Bank shares, and believes the merger could deliver 1+1>2 in benefits。 盤中快訊》台股V轉大漲619點，聯發科領軍強漲！「這類股」慘遭提款？最新強勢股名單一次看https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249228https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2249228Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:05:33 +0900Taiwan風傳媒 Bai Lu and Liu Shishi aren't the most tragic！TOP10 most tragic female leads in Chinese dramas：the top-ranked heroine kills herself with a sword to bring peace, leaving viewers heartbroken and unable to let gohttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248707https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248707Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒A ranking of the most tragic female protagonists in mainland Chinese TV dramas, analyzing the fates of heroines in classic series from「One and Only」to「Ruyi's Royal Love in the Palace」and exploring their tragic endings and viewers' reactions。 迎陸客！澎湖觀光業者盼重啟馬公、廈門小三通船班，國台辦表態「5字密碼」願努力推動https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248708https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248708Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:55:55 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Tourism operators in Penghu are calling for the resumption of the Mini Three Links service between Magong and Xiamen. China's Taiwan Affairs Office emphasized that people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait are one family and criticized the Taiwanese authorities' political response. The issue could affect cross-strait relations and the regional economy. Today’s (8/26) top headlines! Work and classes suspended today in 9 regions as heavy-rain holidays are declared / This region is giving everyone 3000 yuan in cash; unclaimed money will be confiscated today / Latest on Typhoon Saudel: latest track and land warning probability revealedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248709https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248709Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:46:05 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Heavy rain has halted work and classes in 9 regions across Taiwan. Today is the deadline to collect the 3000-yuan economic stimulus payment in Ruisui Township; Typhoon Saudel’s track has shifted north, lowering the chance of a land warning; Wang Hui-mei’s political moves have sparked discontent within the Kuomintang. Could Ko Chih-en revive the “Han wave” in Kaohsiung? Chen Feng-hsin reveals the biggest difference between her and Han Kuo-yu: local residents can really feel her presencehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248710https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248710Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:45:23 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Kuomintang Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Ko Chih-en’s vehicle became trapped while she was inspecting storm damage, and her narrow escape sparked widespread discussion. Media personality Chen Feng-hsin said Ko has a different style from Han Kuo-yu, but has spent 四 years building a presence in Kaohsiung and earned local support, giving her the potential to turn the race around. Carney appoints “Trump critic” American to his staff in July; talks with Trump administration collapse in August. What is Maya Johnson’s background? She once campaigned for Harrishttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248711https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248711Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:44:50 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Canadian Prime Minister Carney appointed U.S. political adviser Maia Johnson as chief operating officer of the Prime Minister's Office in July. Her background as a Democrat and tensions in Canada-U.S. relations have drawn attention. 台灣1水果重返大陸市場！中秋節前大解禁，國台辦開出「1大前提」：歡迎更多產品https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248712https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248712Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:43:32 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Mainland China announced the resumption of imports of Taiwanese pomelos ahead of the Mid-Autumn Festival, saying it would welcome more Taiwanese agricultural products if they meet quarantine standards. The move is part of efforts to improve cross-strait relations and marks a tangible result in agriculture. Tokyo’s destruction countdown: Can establishing a “second capital” save Japan? Why Sanae Takaichi is accused of political spoils over the “secondary capital plan” to strengthen disaster preparednesshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248713https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248713Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:43:20 +0900Taiwan風傳媒 What are the “blue-and-white-lined parking spaces” appearing on roads? Can you park there? Transport department reveals the correct procedure; violations incur an instant 1200-yuan finehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248714https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248714Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:42:30 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Blue-and-white-lined parking spaces in Taipei have prompted questions from the public. The Parking Management Office says they are shared spaces for cars and motorcycles, with parking permitted according to designated time periods. Violations can incur a fine of up to 1200 yuan and may result in towing, as part of efforts to improve parking efficiency. LINE announces major cut to “1 useful feature”! Service ends in September and data will be deleted; a guide to the shutdown date and free backup methodhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248715https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248715Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:41:43 +0900Taiwan風傳媒LINE will end its LINE VOOM short-form video social media service in Taiwan on September 30, 2026. Users will need to back up their data in a one-time process, while the ephemeral posts and following features will also be discontinued. 2026觀光署旅遊補助最新！不只每人3200元「最高再領8000元」不限平假日，全台14縣市加碼優惠/申請方式一次看https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248716https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248716Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:38:47 +0900Taiwan風傳媒 Less than 10 years since proof of Chinese household registration cancellation! Li Zhenxiu’s bid for Zhubei mayor may hit a roadblock; Central Election Commission respondshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248717https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248717Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:38:20 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Former Taiwan People’s Party legislator Li Zhenxiu announced her bid for Zhubei mayor, but her eligibility has sparked controversy because it has been less than 10 years since her Chinese household registration was canceled. The Central Election Commission said the local election commission would review her eligibility and that it would intervene only if necessary. Cross-strait peace dividend arrives! Taiwan Affairs Office says mainland customs has registered Taiwanese pomelo orchards, making it easier for businesses to sell their produce on the mainlandhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248718https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248718Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:32:40 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Mainland Affairs Office of China's Taiwan Affairs Office announced the registration of Taiwanese pomelo orchards and packing plants to support exports of Taiwanese agricultural products to China. It emphasized a commitment to sharing the benefits of peaceful cross-strait development. 舊手機、舊電腦別丟！3種回收方式讓3C資源重新利用，公益管道一次看https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248720https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248720Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Old phones and computers should not be discarded carelessly. They can be donated to charities, recycled, or returned through brand take-back programs to extend their useful life and promote resource circulation. This helps reduce electronic waste and support environmental sustainability. Kuomintang, Democratic Progressive Party, Taiwan People’s Party... Which party has the most support? Latest poll: Young people dislike “這1 party” the mosthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248719https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248719Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒In an August survey of public sentiment in Taiwan released by polling expert 戴立安, the Democratic Progressive Party ranked first in evaluations of its performance and favorability. Its support was especially strong among young people, while the Taiwan People's Party received the most negative ratings from undecided voters and young people. U.S. “economic isolation campaign” against Iran reaches China; Beijing makes its position clear: “We’ll keep buying oil and making money”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248721https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248721Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:20:47 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The United States is expanding its economic isolation campaign against Iran, with companies in China and Hong Kong also targeted by sanctions. China responded by saying, “We buy oil and make money,” and vowed to protect its own interests. Back-to-school season puts parents under triple pressure: Roborock 石頭科技 brings flagship high-tech features to the masses, with the Qrevo 2 Pro in the ten-thousand-yuan price tier and the F25 Lite Combo, a 2-device packagehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248722https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248722Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:18:59 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Roborock 石頭科技 unveiled the high-value Qrevo 2 Pro robot vacuum and the multifunctional F25 Lite Combo floor washer for the back-to-school season. They are now available exclusively on momo. Has Jeju Island become an island of corpses? 4 bodies found in 3 days; officer’s false claim that he had contacted her allegedly led to Jang Mi-ran’s deathhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248723https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248723Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:18:32 +0900Taiwan風傳媒 Turning youth creativity into disaster-preparedness action: Tainan City Government backs trial of backup communications in Houbihttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248724https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248724Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:16:47 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Tainan City Government is supporting the youth team “Gongwan Network” in testing a backup communications system in Houbi District. The team is conducting disaster-reporting drills using LoRa and Mesh technology to strengthen community resilience. The initiative highlights the importance of youth innovation and local collaboration. 西門町、大稻埕都輸了！台北最強景點TOP10冠軍是它：遊客讚世界級美景、逛一整天都不夠https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248725https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248725Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:16:18 +0900Taiwan風傳媒 15 free LINE stickers available for a limited time! Good morning, good night, and happy birthday stickers now available; these 2 expire tomorrowhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248726https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248726Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:12:16 +0900Taiwan風傳媒 Not salted eggs or century eggs! Don’t eat this 1 type of egg every day. Dietitian warns: 1 egg has more than 500 calories; eating too many could lead to weight gainhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248296https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248296Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒A dietitian analyzed the nutritional value of different types of eggs, warning in particular about the high calorie and sodium content of goose eggs and processed eggs. Careful selection and portion control are important for everyday consumption. 李貞秀宣布參選竹北市長是「空包彈」？黃揚明曝1事尷尬了：她連登記都過不了https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248297https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248297Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:57:35 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Former Taiwan People’s Party legislator Li Zhenxiu announced her bid for Zhubei mayor, but she is ineligible because Central Election Commission rules require proof of household registration cancellation for at least 10 years, and she did not submit hers until 2025. Media personality Huang Yang-ming said the move was really intended to trigger a legal dispute. Trump made more than 千 stock trades in June! He increased his energy stock holdings amid the U.S.-Iran conflict; list of holdings revealedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248298https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248298Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:50:49 +0900Taiwan風傳媒U.S. President Donald Trump made more than 1000 stock trades in June 2026, actively trading energy and technology stocks in particular. Democrats have criticized him over conflicts of interest. 泰國越南都輸了！2026最熱門員工國家TOP 10冠軍是「它」：航程短度假感強、美食景點很豐富https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248299https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248299Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:50:28 +0900Taiwan風傳媒網路溫度計DailyView ranked the 10 countries employees most want to visit in 2026 based on online buzz. Japan took the top spot for its short flights, strong vacation feel, and wealth of food and attractions, surpassing Thailand and Vietnam to become the top choice for company trips. 2026 Double Ninth Festival senior-citizen gift money is coming! “Up to 9000 yuan in cash per person”; 1 county or city will deposit it automatically. See at a glance how much people across Taiwan can receive and the eligibility and application processhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248300https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248300Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:43:58 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Chiayi County government will distribute up to 9000 yuan in senior-citizen gift money for the 2026 Double Ninth Festival. Residents aged 65 or older who have been registered in the county for at least 6 months are eligible. The move demonstrates local government care for older people and offers multiple ways to receive the money. The Macallan unveils a new chapter, “Beyond Craft, Beyond Reach”: from acorn to table, unseen details create visible excellencehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248301https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260826-12/index-en-p8.html#n2248301Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:36:09 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Macallan introduced its new brand statement, “Beyond Craft, Beyond Reach,” in 2026 and collaborated with photography master Steve McCurry on a documentary revealing its meticulous craftsmanship from oak to maturation and underscoring how details make the difference.