AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-27 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 10 of 11https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 904 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 173 items from 4 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en 華信提停飛花蓮 民航局僅同意減班https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274256https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274256Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:46:47 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA華信航空因載客率不佳，向民航局申請停飛高雄—花蓮及台中—花蓮航線。民航局核准其適度減班，並持續觀察營運。 Shenzhen humanoid robot costs fall 90% in 3 years; each unit costs less than 500,000 yuanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274257https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274257Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:44:44 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAShenzhen startup EngineAI has lowered the cost of general-purpose humanoid robots to under 100,000 yuan，accelerating their commercialization。Its T800 model impressed at the sports event，with production efficiency reaching 1 unit every 15 minutes。 Ko Chih-en proposes 6 major flood-control policies to make Kaohsiung a flood-resilient cityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274222https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274222Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:38:42 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 台南楠西鹿陶洋江家聚落古厝復建工程 首批預定12月完工https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274223https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274223Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:37:40 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Companies donate oral-fluid drug testing kits to aid enforcement; Taichung detains 122 drug-impaired drivers in nearly 3 monthshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274224https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274224Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:36:38 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Taichung City Police Department received a donation of 1600 improved oral-fluid drug testing kits from companies。The tests take much less time，boosting the efficiency and safety of enforcement against drug-impaired driving。 Political parties clash over Unmanned Vehicle Act; Ministry of National Defense seeks lead role and special budgethttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274225https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274225Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:34:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe draft Unmanned Vehicle Act has become the focus of a political standoff in the Legislative Yuan。The Ministry of National Defense is seeking to become the competent authority and use a special budget to advance defense self-reliance。With no consensus，the sides will proceed to a vote。 As demand for home care grows，insurance leaders Fubon and Cathay Life launch 2 at-home medical care policieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274226https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274226Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:33:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台灣壽險業響應居家醫療需求，富邦人壽宣佈推出在宅醫療保單「安心在家」，為繼國泰人壽後第二家開辦之業者，將商業保險保障延伸至居家急症照護。 New drama explores drugs on campus; Chang Hsiao-chuan plays a principled narcotics officerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274228https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274228Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:32:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Justin Baldoni loses defamation case; Blake Lively awarded hundreds of thousands in legal feeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274174https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274174Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:25:27 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNABlake Lively prevailed in the defamation case，with the court ordering reimbursement of $407,000 in legal fees。The amount is only 5% of what she originally sought，and the judge found some requests for work hours unreasonable。 Japanese artist 草間彌生 dies; high heel at Yuanlin Station becomes an iconic workhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274175https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274175Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:22:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Central Weather Administration: Southwest winds to strengthen again on the 28th; heavy rain possible in central and southern Taiwanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274176https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274176Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:22:23 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASevere Typhoon Saudel is expected to move directly north of Taiwan on the 28th。As southwest winds strengthen，central and southern Taiwan should prepare for torrential rain。The Central Weather Administration is continuing to monitor the storm’s weakening and dissipation after landfall。 US to spend $2.2 billion to install small nuclear reactors at 5 military baseshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274156https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274156Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:17:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 賴瑞隆爭取中央挹注前鎮治水工程 預計10月完成核定https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274157https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274157Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:16:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA New Taipei City Hall staff can also borrow shared umbrellas; first hour free during 3-month trialhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274158https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274158Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:15:16 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe New Taipei City Youth Department partnered with startup 樂眾科技 to set up 3 raingo shared-umbrella rental stations around City Hall。During the 3-month trial，the first hour is free，promoting the sharing economy and market testing for startups。 Councilors visiting smoke-free city smoking areas say responsibilities for management are unclear and should be reviewedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274159https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274159Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:13:14 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 兆基屋管 elects Wang Kuei-tseng as chairman; plans capital increase to strengthen financeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274162https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274162Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:09:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA兆基屋管 reorganized its board following financial disputes involving a major shareholder，with Wang Kuei-tseng taking over as chairman。The company said operations remain normal and that it plans a capital increase and a delayed IPO to rebuild market confidence。 Retailers expand sustainability efforts with rice grown using coffee grounds and mobile supermarkets serving remote areashttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274161https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274161Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:09:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA統一超 and 全聯 showcased their sustainability efforts at the 2026 Asia-Pacific Sustainability Expo。統一超 promoted aquaponics-based circular agriculture and coffee-ground reuse，while 全聯 expanded mobile supermarket services in remote areas。 Traffic accidents killed 1333 in the first half of the year，down 15% from the same period in 112 and meeting the target for the first timehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274160https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274160Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:09:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATraffic accident deaths in the first half of this year fell 15% year on year, achieving the target for the first time. Large truck suspected of failing to yield to through traffic hits scooter rider，killing him in Kaohsiung’s Cijin Districthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274051https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274051Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:04:06 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Heavy rain causes disaster in Japan’s Ishikawa and Toyama prefectures; highest-level special heavy rain warning issuedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274052https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274052Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:02:03 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Consumer confidence index edges up in August，stock investment timing indicator posts biggest declinehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274053https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2274053Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:01:01 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe consumer confidence index edged up to 65.01 points in August, but pessimism persisted. Amid stock market fluctuations, the indicator for “timing of stock investments” fell the most. Wang Yi meets US ambassador ahead of Trump-Xi meeting，says obstacles must be removed for high-level exchanges between the 2 countrieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273932https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273932Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:55:59 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Kai-Wei Teng exits after 5 pitches，allowing no runs in 0.1 inning；MLB Astros bullpen falters in loss to Yankeeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273933https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273933Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:52:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Nepal-Tibet floods leave more than 1,000 missing；mudflows like inland tsunamis engulf villageshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273934https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273934Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:48:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 美伊陷僵局 卡達總理訪德黑蘭斡旋https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273828https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273828Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:44:53 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Drone regulations set for third reading；Cho Jung-tai hopes the Legislative Yuan will make the best decisionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273829https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273829Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:42:50 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 13 citations issued in 42 seconds；Taichung police ask central government for legal basis to cite ongoing violationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273780https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273780Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:37:48 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Most employers contribute 6％ under the new labor pension system；labor groups urge amendment to raise the rate to 15％https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273781https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273781Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:37:46 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA In alleged assistant-fee fraud case，lawmaker 陳雪生’s nephew released on NT$350,000 bailhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273782https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273782Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:35:44 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA President：Taiwan is committed to resilience，innovation and shared prosperity，and will contribute to global sustainabilityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273783https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273783Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:34:42 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Woman falls from building after reporting to 橋頭地檢署；prosecutors and police review surveillance footagehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273784https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273784Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:32:40 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Leopard cat spotted at planned Nantou incinerator site；residents demand development halthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273786https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273786Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:31:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Cross-border haze blankets Malaysia；asthma cases surge 259%https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273785https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273785Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:31:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Google Cloud rolls out flexible pricing for AI agents to help control computing costshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273787https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273787Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:29:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 義學國中多功能體育館拚116年完工 紓解泰山托育停車需求https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273788https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273788Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:28:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA US suspends immigrant visa interview appointments；tourism，study and business travel unaffectedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273684https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273684Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:23:29 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 國軍 conducts heavy artillery and anti-armor firing drills to verify fire support capabilitieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273687https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273687Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:23:27 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Academia Sinica Academician Lee Hsiao-ti dies；National Central University to co-host memorial symposiumhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273603https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273603Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:17:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 40-year-old woman leaks urine when coughing and loses control at the urge to urinate；mixed urinary incontinence is to blamehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273604https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273604Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:13:22 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Southwesterly winds bring heavy rain warnings to 5 counties and cities in Chiayi，Tainan，Kaohsiung，Pingtung and Nantouhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273605https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273605Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:08:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Man develops sudden abdominal pain from perforated stomach，rushes back from China by plane for treatmenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273496https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273496Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:07:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA US media：CIA director makes rare visit to Russia，warns against attacks on NATO countrieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273497https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273497Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:06:16 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA The Taiwan dollar rose 9.6 cents at midday to a provisional close of NT$31.722https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273498https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273498Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:05:14 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 韓國銀行 raises interest rates consecutively to 3%, hoping to prevent price increases from spreadinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273499https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273499Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:03:12 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Flooding on the China-Nepal border; scientists' initial assessment points to a glacier collapse as the causehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273500https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273500Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:02:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA New Taipei offers public and private land for investment, teaming up with 手銀行 to match businesses with investment opportunitieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273502https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273502Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:02:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Reports: 輝達 agrees to acquire Hugging Face for $12.9 billionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273501https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273501Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:02:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Blue carbon is not only found along the coast: 中山大學 detects signals in the deep sea at a depth of 1,000 metershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273453https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273453Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:00:03 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA A car crash at 90 kilometers per hour causes injuries equivalent to a fall from the 10th floorhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273454https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273454Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:57:01 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA International Semiconductor Exhibition opens Sept. 2; 神盾集團 to showcase drones and robotshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273455https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273455Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:55:59 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 505 unpaid parking tickets accumulated over time; driver rushes to pay NT$170,000 after wages are garnishedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273456https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273456Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:55:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA賴姓駕駛積欠505件交通與稅費欠款，經台北分署強制執行後繳清17萬元。此舉突顯政府追繳欠款的決心。 Car-ramming incident in France leaves 1 dead and 10 injured; 26-year-old Russian suspect arrestedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273457https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273457Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:54:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 昱鐳應材 to debut on the emerging stock market on Aug. 28; earnings per share for the first 7 months: NT$1.21https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273458https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273458Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:54:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Flooding devastates Nepal pilgrimage route; survivors recall mudflows swallowing their homeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273459https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273459Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:49:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Controversy over search-and-rescue dog Wilson's death; legislators and civic groups call for a formal systemhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273460https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273460Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:45:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Yankees Taiwan Day: Astros' Kai-Wei Teng pitches in relief as Taiwan's flag and name appear on the big screenhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273463https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273463Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:44:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Yankees held “Taiwan Day,” highlighting Taiwan’s presence with pitcher Teng Kai-wei taking the mound and the display of Taiwan’s flag. Iran war depletes U.S. military stockpiles; Washington Post: arms sales to Taiwan could face severe delayshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273462https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273462Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:44:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 台塑新智能 expands opportunities in sustainable aviation fuel; algae oil receives ISCC EU international certificationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273461https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273461Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:44:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台塑新智能 announced that feedstock for SAF developed from microalgae has received ISCC EU certification. This is a key milestone in the company's efforts to build an autonomous and large-scale domestic sustainable aviation fuel supply chain. NTHU treats breast cancer with boron neutron capture therapy; tumors shrink significantly in 5 patientshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273307https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273307Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:42:40 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA School starts soon, but 614 substitute teacher positions remain unfilled; All Taiwan Teachers' Union calls for better workplace conditionshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273308https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273308Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:41:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA ‘Queen of Polka Dots’ 草間彌生 dies at 97; her polka dots and pumpkins became timeless classics beloved worldwidehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273309https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273309Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:39:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA ‘The Rope Curse 4’ plagued by spooky incidents during filming; Xu Anzhi suffers sleep paralysis, Chen Xuezhen dreams of spiritshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273227https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273227Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:38:31 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe horror film ‘The Rope Curse 4: Kuntilanak’ held its premiere, with the cast sharing accounts of paranormal incidents they encountered while filming in Indonesia. The production invested double the budget and brought along a statue of Zhong Kui in hopes of ensuring a smooth shoot. Personnel changes at the Ministry of Economic Affairs: Liao Shi-wei promoted to deputy director-general of 能源署https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273310https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273310Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:38:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA South Korean arts community voices support for Taiwan, refusing to yield to political pressure to defend the ‘Gwangju spirit’https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273228https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273228Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:37:29 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Gwangju Biennale has been restored after controversy erupted over its unilateral renaming of the Taiwan Pavilion. South Korean artists are using the issue to defend the ‘Gwangju spirit’ from political interference. Hualien boosts domestic tourism subsidies: group tours eligible for up to 30,000, independent travelers for up to 7,000https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273229https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273229Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:36:27 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Final “Free Flower Buds” lecture at 中正紀念堂 focuses on Ukrainehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273230https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273230Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:31:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Teacher invited students to rental home and secretly filmed them using the toilet; Chiayi prosecutors indict, seek 4-year sentencehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273222https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273222Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:26:22 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Hao-Yu Lee's 2 hard-hit balls did not result in hits; analyst discusses changes after return to the 大聯盟https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273223https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273223Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:24:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA U.S. steps up crackdown on far-left groups, cuts off funding to counter security threatshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273224https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273224Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:24:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Drone bill pushes for third reading; DPP: Will do our utmost to persuade the KMT and TPP to meet defense needshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273225https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273225Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:19:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Joanna Garland defeats Australian Chinese player, one win away from US Open main drawhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273140https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273140Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:18:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATennis player Joanna Garland won in the second round of US Open qualifying to advance to the final round. She is just one win away from reaching the US Open main draw for the first time in her career. IVF subsidies to increase again in September; up to NT$50,000 more for the second and third treatment cycles per childhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273141https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273141Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:18:53 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Health Promotion Administration is increasing IVF subsidies, adding up to NT$50,000 for the second and third treatment cycles per child. The changes take effect in September to support families facing infertility. AI-related stocks rallied, 大立光 hit a record high as Taiwan stocks topped 46400 pointshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273142https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273142Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:17:51 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANvidia's earnings boosted confidence in demand for AI chips, sending Taiwan stocks above 46400 points. Electronics and plastics stocks led gains, while 大立光 hit a record high. Drone bill pushes for third reading; 民眾黨團: Its version balances defense needs and industry developmenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273143https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273143Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:15:49 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 立法院 is set to vote on a drone bill. 民衆党 has proposed a version that balances defense and industry, and calls for an annual budget system. Outstanding Ideas competition encourages young people to engage in local revitalization; applications open through 9/21https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273144https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273144Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:11:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Taichung man used etomidate and amphetamines, drove under the influence and crashed into 1 car and 8 motorcycleshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273149https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273149Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:06:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Typhoon Saudel disrupts sea transport; 8 routes and 31 sailings, including those to Matsu, suspendedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273150https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273150Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:05:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATyphoon Saudel has disrupted sea transport in Taiwan, with the Maritime and Port Bureau announcing the suspension of 31 sailings on 8 routes. The public was urged to avoid traveling to outlying islands and return to Taiwan as soon as possible. Li Qiang visits Heilongjiang and Jilin, stresses strict food safety standardshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273031https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273031Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:59:40 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNALi Qiang visited Heilongjiang and Jilin, calling for food safety oversight across the entire supply chain and greater grain production capacity through science and technology. The move responds to recent food safety incidents and underscores the central government's focus on food security and people's quality of life. 涉變聲騙裸聊側錄傳群組賣性影像 20人遭中檢起訴https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2272828https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2272828Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:56:16 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 東協盃足球越南二連霸 隊史四冠全民夜衝狂歡喊「無敵」https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2272826https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2272826Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:55:38 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 輝達's forecast shows the AI boom is not slowing, as AWS expands deployment to 2 million chipshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2272827https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2272827Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:52:36 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA More than 100 Chinese listed companies hit with 36.2 billion yuan in tax demands in the first half; total tax recovery reaches highest level since Xi Jinping took officehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2272825https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2272825Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:49:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA What is the “red square” that has appeared on the road? Transportation department reveals its real purpose; violations carry a hefty NT$36,000 fine and license suspensionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273902https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273902Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:53:43 +0900Taiwan風傳媒New Taipei City’s Department of Transportation has marked red “pedestrian-priority zones” on several residential streets, using colored stamped asphalt to remind drivers to slow down and yield to pedestrians. Violators face a maximum fine of NT$36,000 and license suspension, as the city strengthens traffic safety in communities. Su Chiao-hui switches seamlessly between “otter mom” and legislator; independent bookstore owner says her eyes light up when she tells storieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273903https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273903Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:49:14 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Legislator Su Chiao-hui has long promoted mother-tongue education and parent-child reading. Through podcasts and storytelling events, she has shown her passion for children. Independent bookstore owner Hsu Hsiu-mei praised her sincere dedication and voiced support for her efforts to bring happiness to New Taipei City. Moonlight over the harbor in a Mid-Autumn Festival gift box! Cheng Yi Hotel debuts “Moonlit Star Search” and its first Dubai chocolate pastryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273904https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273904Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:43:22 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Cheng Yi Hotel has launched its “Moonlit Star Search” Mid-Autumn Festival gift box, featuring its first Dubai chocolate pastry. Combining harbor scenery with local culture, it reflects the brand’s strategy of going global while staying local and has generated buzz and market potential. 德淵 briefing》Q2 revenue hits NT$1.032 billion, a 50-year high for the period, up 19% year on year! First-half EPS falls to NT$0.13 as Hsiao Hsiang-chih details profit headwinds and overseas expansionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273905https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273905Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:41:14 +0900Taiwan風傳媒 After more than 20 years, UV adhesive technology enters advanced silicon photonics packaging! 德淵’s adhesive sales for AI data centers surge 119%, with NDAs signed with multiple Tier 1 companieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273906https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273906Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:36:52 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Tex Year drew on more than 20 years of UV-curing expertise to increase sales of adhesives for AI data centers by 119% and signed an NDA with a Tier 1 company in silicon photonics. Its strategy of moving toward higher-value products is advancing. Shared umbrellas arrive at New Taipei City Hall! Youth Department and Secretariat team up with raingo to launch convenient service, with the first hour free during the pilothttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273907https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273907Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:31:41 +0900Taiwan風傳媒New Taipei City Hall has partnered with startup 樂眾科技 to launch a pilot raingo shared-umbrella service. Residents can rent umbrellas for free for the first hour near city hall, promoting convenience and environmental sustainability. Retirees, take note! 3 key factors determine how much you receive in labor insurance old-age pension; short contribution histories and early retirement could mean smaller paymentshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273908https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273908Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The amount of an employee pension depends on 3 factors: years of contributions, average compensation and the timing of benefits. Taking benefits early or contributing while earning low wages reduces the amount received, making it important to check in advance. Man Han and 台酒 lose out! Taiwan’s 5 favorite instant noodles: the winner has springy noodles and a rich broth that rival restaurant farehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273909https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273909Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:27:58 +0900Taiwan風傳媒During the 2026 Zhongyuan Festival worship period, momo Shopping Network data showed that “來一客” topped instant noodle sales, selling more than 46,000 cups in a month. Classic brands including 維力 and 滿漢大餐 also made the list, reflecting consumers’ preference for convenience and nostalgic flavors. 輝達’s Q3 revenue forecast beats expectations; tech giants’ spending could reach US$730 billion, making talk of an AI bubble prematurehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273910https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273910Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:13:59 +0900Taiwan風傳媒輝達 forecast third-quarter revenue of US$108 billion, above market expectations, reflecting continued investment by tech giants in AI infrastructure and sustained momentum in the AI industry. No more typhoon days off? Typhoon Soudelor’s track shifts sharply north? Zheng Mingdian posts 1 chart to explain: the broad trend is sethttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273911https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273911Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:11:31 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Typhoon No. 18 Soudelor’s forecast track shifted north, away from Taiwan, disappointing people hoping for a typhoon day off. Weather expert Zheng Mingdian explained the influence of the high-pressure system and said the storm’s general path is now set. Why must airplane seatbacks be upright during takeoff and landing? Airlines give 4 key reasons—it’s not for easier cleaninghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273912https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273912Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:08:23 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Airlines explained 4 safety reasons for keeping seatbacks upright during takeoff and landing. Since 70% of accidents occur during these periods, safety is the top priority. Yayoi Kusama dies at 97! Tsai A-ga once told her to “submit a résumé” and gave her a thumbs-down; online users call it “deeply disrespectful”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273913https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273913Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:06:50 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama has died at 97, prompting mourning across the global art world. Disrespectful past remarks by Taiwanese YouTuber Tsai A-ga about her work have resurfaced, drawing fierce criticism. Market update》Taiwan stocks climb to 46,349 points! Optical and electronics shares surge, with 8 stocks limit-up; 大立光 and 玉晶光 hit limit-uphttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273914https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273914Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:06:39 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan stocks surged today, climbing to 46,349 points. Optical and electronic component stocks led the gains, with 8 stocks, including 大立光, hitting their daily limits. Market interest in technology-related stocks is growing. The world watches Warsh’s Jackson Hole speech! The Fed’s next move: “this” is the biggest concernhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273915https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273915Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:06:12 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Fed Chair Warsh delivered his first speech at the Jackson Hole meeting. With the PCE price index remaining high and support for rate hikes growing within the Fed, markets are wary of monetary tightening. Top news today (08/27)! National Double Ninth Festival senior-citizen benefits deposited from 9/1, with a maximum of NT$50,000 / The “power to interpret the Constitution” controversy explained / Another new typhoon! It could form as soon as todayhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273916https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273916Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:02:36 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Payments of senior-citizen benefits for the 2026 Double Ninth Festival will begin on September 1, with a maximum of 50,000 yen. Yayoi Kusama died at 97. 輝達 reported strong earnings but lowered its margin outlook due to soaring memory prices. A new typhoon, Etou, could form as soon as today. Famous Taiwanese night market can no longer stay afloat! Visitors say nobody goes there: “An entire row of shops is closed; it looks like a ghost town,” and its heyday from 20 years ago is gonehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273917https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273917Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:01:18 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taichung’s Feng Chia Night Market was once one of Taiwan’s best-known tourist night markets, but high rents and a lack of variety have caused visitor numbers to plunge and many longtime shops to close. The declining business district has drawn public attention. AI infrastructure sparks public anger? Data center siting becomes a political battleground as tech giants rush to spend money to calm oppositionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273380https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273380Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The AI boom has made data center construction a political flashpoint in the United States. OpenAI and Meta are countering residents’ opposition with massive investments. Winning public support is key to AI’s expansion. South Korea and Thailand aren’t No. 1! Top 10 destinations for 2026 employee trips; the winner will make you fall in love after one visit—send this to your bosshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273379https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-12/index-en-p10.html#n2273379Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒《網路溫度計DailyView》 released its 2026 list of the top 10 destinations for employee trips, including Australia, New Zealand and Italy. The survey reflects companies’ growing focus on employee benefits and the continued rise of overseas incentive travel.