# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-27 18:00–21:00 JST｜Page 4 of 5

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 314 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 159 items from 6 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## PlayStation®5/PlayStation®4 “Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Operation 2” “8th Anniversary Afterparty” underway! “ガンダムDX” joins today!

- Published: 2026-08-27T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002304.000051316.html
- anchor: #n2279976
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バンダイナムコエンターテインメント、PlayStation®5、PlayStation®4、ガンダムDX、機動新世紀ガンダムX、サンライズ、ソニー・インタラクティブエンタテインメント、Google LLC

Facts:
- Featuring works from the Gundam series, more than 580 mobile suits appear
- Enjoy free-to-play online team battle action for up to 6vs6
- Container discovery rate increases from 10% to 50%
- デイリーボーナスの回数が1日3回から6回に増加
- 5 winners will receive a “ガンダムDX” lottery-supply tapestry

## TGS2026: Find a game you’ll love at the Happinet booth!

- Published: 2026-08-27T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002833.000031422.html
- anchor: #n2279975
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ハピネット、TYPE-MOON、株式会社ドリコム、アイオーデータ、Activision Blizzard Japan、アニプレックス、グッドスマイルカンパニー、GAMEPIA、スティング、スパイク・チュンソフト、SOFT SOURCE、日本一ソフトウェア、Phoenixx、マーベラス、ライトフライヤースタジオ、room6

Facts:
- Try out 13 or more game titles, and more
- Sept. 17, 2026 (Thu.)–Sept. 21 (Mon., holiday)

## U-NEXT Pirates team sponsors rise to 13 for the M League 2026-27 season!

- Published: 2026-08-27T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002912.000031998.html
- anchor: #n2279974
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SBR、株式会社ユニクエスト、地盤ネット株式会社、株式会社GENDA GiGO Entertainment、株式会社飛鳥新社、株式会社トラックオーコク、ヘッドコンシェルジュ株式会社、株式会社Yom、Y.U-mobile株式会社、株式会社リソー、株式会社クラスアクト、株式会社Office Cocierge、カラークラフト、株式会社West&Co.

Facts:
- The 9th season, the 2026-27 season, opens in September 2026
- Founded in July 2018
- Operates approximately 420 amusement facilities in Japan and overseas
- Enjoy more than 480,000 titles
- More than 1.33 million manga and books are also available.

## At workplace meeting rooms, 33.0% say “nothing in particular is installed.” The most popular ideal setup is “easy for anyone to connect and operate,” at 36.0%

- Published: 2026-08-27T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003214.000044800.html
- anchor: #n2279973
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NEXER Group、デジタルホワイトボードの『ミライタッチBiz』、さつき株式会社、株式会社NEXER

Facts:
- Nothing in particular is installed
- Easy for anyone to connect and operate
- Respondents said the quality of workplace facilities and tools affects work motivation and productivity
- Have experienced lower work efficiency due to difficult-to-use tools or outdated equipment
- Cumulative sales
- Number of companies adopting the product

## Survey of 310 people in their 20s to 50s who live in rental properties or may do so in the future! 77.1% would “decline to sign a contract” if a room they viewed had an odor

- Published: 2026-08-27T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000185607.html
- anchor: #n2280220
- Companies mentioned: M.Aクリーン、株式会社 M.A

Facts:
- 310 people in their 20s to 50s who live in rental properties or may do so in the future
- When told that someone had died alone in a property they liked, 33.9% said they would “check the condition of the room before deciding”
- “Decline to sign a contract” was the most common response, at 51%
- They said they would decide whether to move in based on the condition of the property, rent and other factors, rather than judging solely by the fact that someone had died alone there in the past.
- Asked, “Did you know that after specialized cleaning, odors that seemed to have disappeared may return several weeks to several months later? (single answer),” the most common response was “I didn’t know,” at 84.2%
- No. 1: “Contact the management company or landlord” (228 people)
- No. 2: “Consider canceling the contract or moving out” (186 people)

## Dietitian-run specialty shop for 日本みつばち honey confections amiel (アミエル) launches “honey butter sandwiches” made with rare wildflower honey enjoyed “as harvested”

- Published: 2026-08-27T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000187719.html
- anchor: #n2280219
- Companies mentioned: amiel、日本みつばち

Facts:
- Price: 4,500 yen for 5 pieces (tax included)

## 【9月16日グランドオープン】「おでんと釜たき飯 あおちょ」6号店「北千住店」誕生。プレオープンは8月27日から、釜たき飯・生ビール含む対象ドリンク40種が半額に

- Published: 2026-08-27T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000188106.html
- anchor: #n2280218
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Buzz Foods、おでんと釜たき飯 あおちょ

Facts:
- Cover charge: 500 yen
- 40 eligible drinks
- 39 seats

## SNS safety class in Kagoshima teaches “judgment skills” to prevent harm

- Published: 2026-08-27T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000188145.html
- anchor: #n2280217
- Companies mentioned: カイシャイン株式会社、赤塚学園美容・デザイン専門学校、警察庁、株式会社コマースファクトリー

Facts:
- In 2025, 1,566 children were victims of crimes linked to social media
- Including 167 elementary school students, the highest number in the past 10 years
- Approximately 53 participants

## New evidence in regenerative medicine: We are pleased to announce that a paper demonstrating the efficacy of “exosome therapy” for knee osteoarthritis has been accepted by a medical journal

- Published: 2026-08-27T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000188476.html
- anchor: #n2280216
- Companies mentioned: 医療法人社団東整会、東京神田整形外科クリニック、Orthopedics、日本整形外科学会、日本リウマチ学会、順天堂大学、公益社団法人日本形成外科学会

Facts:
- The number of potential patients in Japan is estimated at approximately 3,000万人
- More than 4,000 cases of knee joint treatment
- The global knee osteoarthritis treatment market was estimated at approximately US$6.7 billion in 2024
- An astonishing annual growth rate of nearly 20%

## 2 of the approximately 60 people worldwide who have completed “The Work” come to Tokyo: Classical Pilates Master Weekend Tokyo 2026 to be held

- Published: 2026-08-27T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000188946.html
- anchor: #n2280215
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Gburg、Classical Pilates Japan、Gratz

Facts:
- Approximately 60 people worldwide
- 2 of them
- Approximately 30 years of teaching experience
- Studied under Jay Grimes for more than 20 years
- Studied intensively under Jay Grimes for 2 years

## Lee Chuan seeks blessings and pushes transport infrastructure; Su Chiao-hui wins support from independent bookstores

- Published: 2026-08-27T20:36:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608270312.aspx
- anchor: #n2280494
- Companies mentioned: 國民黨、民進黨、淼渺書市集

Facts:
- Speeding up completion of the “New Taipei Dome”

## Public Construction Commission: East District briefing on Procurement Act amendments wins support for abolishing floor prices and other measures

- Published: 2026-08-27T20:36:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608270311.aspx
- anchor: #n2280492

The Public Construction Commission held a briefing on proposed amendments to the Procurement Act, promoting reforms including scrapping limits on the number of bidders and the floor-price system. The changes aim to improve procurement efficiency and transparency, with a draft amendment notice expected by the end of the year.

## State-owned oil, power, sugar and water enterprises put UN SDGs into practice, win Sustainable Action Award

- Published: 2026-08-27T20:29:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608270310.aspx
- anchor: #n2280493
- Companies mentioned: 國立成功大學、盤誠工程顧問公司、工研院

State-owned enterprises CPC, Taipower, Taiwan Sugar and Taiwan Water won the top Sustainable Action Award at the 2026 Asia-Pacific Sustainability Expo, showcasing their efforts to put the SDGs into practice.

## Locally acquired dengue cluster in Kaohsiung household; 3 of the six family members confirmed infected

- Published: 2026-08-27T20:26:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608270309.aspx
- anchor: #n2280490
- Companies mentioned: 衛生福利部疾病管制署

Facts:
- 3 confirmed cases
- A family of six
- A total of 145 confirmed dengue cases
- 10 are locally acquired cases
- 135 imported cases

## 傳川普政府考慮對半導體祭新關稅 擬擴大至科技產品

- Published: 2026-08-27T20:25:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608270308.aspx
- anchor: #n2280491
- Companies mentioned: 川普、Politico、美國商務部、盧特尼克、白宮、葛里爾

Facts:
- 8 people familiar with the matter

## TSG Hawks’ Tseng Tzu-yu builds muscle to improve power hitting; “late-night snacks from my beloved wife” help him bulk up

- Published: 2026-08-27T20:20:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608270307.aspx
- anchor: #n2280488
- Companies mentioned: 台鋼雄鷹

台鋼雄鷹游擊手曾子祐透過休賽季刻意增肌及健康飲食，有效提升本季長打表現。截至27日，其長打率達到0.375，創下生涯新高。

Facts:
- Tseng Tzu-yu deliberately gained 5 kilograms during the offseason.
- Tseng Tzu-yu’s slugging percentage of 0.375 this year is a career high.

## Elderly people living alone and older couples caring for each other: highest-risk cases to receive 4 visits a month and 400 meals a year

- Published: 2026-08-27T20:19:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608270306.aspx
- anchor: #n2280486
- Companies mentioned: 衛生福利部、石崇良

Facts:
- 4 visits a month
- Annual subsidies can exceed NT$88,000
- The government has earmarked NT$6.25 billion in a special budget for 115 to 116 to strengthen economic, social, livelihood and national security resilience in response to the international situation
- The subsidy for each visit is NT$300
- NT$3,600 subsidy for welfare visits
- Emergency assistance of NT$14,400
- Total annual subsidy of NT$18,000
- NT$7,200 subsidy for welfare visits
- Total annual subsidy of NT$21,600
- Emergency assistance is also NT$14,400
- NT$14,400 subsidy for welfare visits
- A subsidy of NT$60,000 will be provided
- Total annual subsidy of NT$88,800

## Cabinet: National security cannot wait; allocate funds promptly to complete unmanned vehicle procurement

- Published: 2026-08-27T20:18:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608270305.aspx
- anchor: #n2280487

The Legislative Yuan passed the “Act to Strengthen Defense Autonomy and Develop the Unmanned Vehicle Industry” in its third reading, but did not support the Cabinet’s version. The Cabinet said it would complete unmanned vehicle procurement through the annual budget.

## Swimming and whistling among taboos during lunar 7th month; Interior Ministry explains folk customs

- Published: 2026-08-27T20:13:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608270304.aspx
- anchor: #n2280480

The Ministry of the Interior said that taboos associated with the 7th lunar month during the Zhongyuan Festival are folk beliefs and that there is no need for excessive concern. They stem from safety awareness and practical wisdom, and the ministry is encouraging environmentally friendly rituals.

## Tainan railway undergrounding project to open ahead of schedule; rail bureau chief says as early as mid-October

- Published: 2026-08-27T20:11:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608270303.aspx
- anchor: #n2280481
- Companies mentioned: 交通部鐵道局、台鐵公司、台南市政府

The first phase of Tainan’s railway undergrounding project is ahead of schedule, with an inspection expected in September and service possibly beginning as early as mid-October. The project is 8.23 kilometers long and aims to improve urban transport in Tainan.

Facts:
- The first phase of the Tainan City railway undergrounding project is 85.75% complete for the track relocation and service launch.
- An inspection before the service launch is expected in September, with the opening possibly brought forward to mid-October.
- The Tainan City railway undergrounding project is 8.23 kilometers long.
- Once completed, the project is expected to eliminate 23 railway-road crossings.
- Tainan Station will use a 4-language guidance system in the future.

## Japan launches first survey of animal cafes; Environment Ministry to inspect hygiene and animal welfare

- Published: 2026-08-27T20:09:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608270302.aspx
- anchor: #n2280482

Japan’s Ministry of the Environment will conduct the country’s first nationwide survey of animal cafes, examining hygiene and animal welfare. It is important to assess how the establishments are managed and encourage compliance with the law.

## 台灣人壽現增君龍人壽5億人民幣 支持穩健經營發展

- Published: 2026-08-27T20:09:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608270301.aspx
- anchor: #n2280483
- Companies mentioned: 台灣人壽、君龍人壽、中信金控、廈門建發集團有限公司

台灣人壽出資5億人民幣增資君龍人壽，支持業務成長。

## Energy Administration: More gas-fired units increase importance of CCUS; seeks input to advance net zero

- Published: 2026-08-27T20:09:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608270300.aspx
- anchor: #n2280484

Energy Administration Director-General Wu Chih-wei stressed that as the number of gas-fired units increases, CCUS technology is vital to achieving net-zero emissions. The National Science and Technology Council is surveying potential storage sites and will gather expert opinions to refine policy.

Facts:
- The 2050 target is for gas-fired power with CCUS to account for 20% to 27% of generation.
- Taiwan currently has 34 natural gas combined-cycle units in commercial operation, with 25 more planned.
- The National Science and Technology Council has launched a project to survey domestic geological formations suitable for carbon storage.

## AIT holds Zhongyuan Pudu ceremony; military-personnel-only Guai Guai snacks placed on offering table, with wishes for the safety of Taiwan friends

- Published: 2026-08-27T20:04:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608270299.aspx
- anchor: #n2280469
- Companies mentioned: 美國在台協會（AIT）

## Survey: 3% of voters may follow AI recommendations in France’s 2027 presidential election

- Published: 2026-08-27T20:02:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608270298.aspx
- anchor: #n2280470
- Companies mentioned: 費加洛報、快訊週刊、法國公眾意見機構、共和國實驗室

Facts:
- 3% of voters may cast their ballots based on AI recommendations
- Equivalent to 1.5 million people
- She estimates she could win 52% of the vote, 4 percentage points more than Philippe
- As many as 86% of respondents fear AI could be used to influence the outcome of next year’s presidential election
- Mélenchon fell about 400,000 votes short of reaching the 2nd round in 2022

## US foreign aid policy shifts; scholars say Taiwan’s continuation of existing programs is crucial

- Published: 2026-08-27T20:01:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608270297.aspx
- anchor: #n2280467
- Companies mentioned: 國合會、RISET Foundation、USAID、台灣東南亞國家協會研究中心

Facts:
- 台灣政府開發援助執行單位國合會今年成立30週年

## Iranian vice president: US naval blockade prevents gasoline imports needed to make up shortfall

- Published: 2026-08-27T20:01:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608270296.aspx
- anchor: #n2280468
- Companies mentioned: 伊朗通訊社（IRNA）

Facts:
- After the United States went to war with Iran on February 28

## Underground structure of Taoyuan Metro Green Line’s G07 station completed; main line targeted to open by the end of 119

- Published: 2026-08-27T19:54:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608270295.aspx
- anchor: #n2280406
- Companies mentioned: 桃園捷運、台鐵、桃園市政府捷運工程局

Facts:
- Excavation at G07 station reached a depth of 40 meters
- Main line targeted to open by the end of 119

## Typhoon Saudel affects Matsu; on the 28th, only flights to and from Nangan and Beigan operating normally

- Published: 2026-08-27T19:47:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608270294.aspx
- anchor: #n2280343
- Companies mentioned: 連江縣政府交通旅遊局、新台馬輪、兩馬小三通

Facts:
- All flights suspended on the 28th
- Announcement issued by the shipping company at 11 a.m.

## 長榮海運秀雙能源環保船 55艘新船拚航運淨零轉型

- Published: 2026-08-27T19:44:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608270293.aspx
- anchor: #n2280342
- Companies mentioned: 長榮海運、國際海事組織

Facts:
- A total of 55 dual-fuel eco-friendly vessels have been ordered
- The Ever Spring, a 16,000-TEU (20-foot container) vessel

## Nagata Sotaro records first CPBL hit and RBI; Song Chia-hao and Wang Yen-cheng congratulate him

- Published: 2026-08-27T19:37:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608270292.aspx
- anchor: #n2280335
- Companies mentioned: 台鋼雄鷹隊、樂天金鷲隊、東北樂天

Facts:
- Delivered 2 hits and 2 RBIs

## Life insurance dividend payout reviews may adopt tiered system, assessing transition measures and financial soundness

- Published: 2026-08-27T19:36:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608270291.aspx
- anchor: #n2280336
- Companies mentioned: 金管會、保險局、壽險業

Facts:
- 目前有14家壽險業者有申請選擇性過渡措施
- For the 15-year option, 1/15 is repaid each year
- Insurers applying to borrow excess capital must repay it faster within 5 years

## 上海居民赴金馬遊 陸委會：吸引力較低

- Published: 2026-08-27T19:34:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608270290.aspx
- anchor: #n2280337
- Companies mentioned: 上海市文旅局、陸委會、移民署、梁文傑

Facts:
- Fujian residents submitted 72,258 applications to visit Kinmen
- Shanghai residents submitted 7,252 applications to visit Kinmen
- Nearly a 10-fold gap between Shanghai and Fujian applications for trips to Kinmen and Matsu

## Health points program launches in October; checkups, cancer screenings and vaccinations can earn 13,000 points in 2 years

- Published: 2026-08-27T19:33:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608270289.aspx
- anchor: #n2280332
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、國健署、健康幣App

Facts:
- Adult preventive health services can earn 800 points
- Those opting for a colonoscopy screening can earn 1,350 points
- Could earn up to NT$13,150 in 2 years
- Get 200 points by logging in to the Health Coins section through the health passbook for the first time
- Get 100 points by completing the lifestyle assessment questionnaire

## Siemens President Chang Ho-hsi to become European Chamber of Commerce chairman, taking office 9/1

- Published: 2026-08-27T19:33:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608270288.aspx
- anchor: #n2280333
- Companies mentioned: 西門子股份有限公司、歐洲在台商務協會、葛蘭素史克、安聯人壽保險股份有限公司

Facts:
- Will take over as chairman from Sept. 1

## After 8 months of blocking 小紅書, 陸委會 says the number and value of fraud cases have fallen

- Published: 2026-08-27T19:31:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608270287.aspx
- anchor: #n2280334
- Companies mentioned: 小紅書、陸委會、國台辦

Facts:
- Number of fraud cases
- Amount of financial losses

## 國防部: Regrets that the 行政院 version of the Unmanned Vehicles Act did not pass

- Published: 2026-08-27T19:26:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608270286.aspx
- anchor: #n2280290
- Companies mentioned: 國防部、行政院、立法院、經濟部

Facts:
- The total is NT$240 billion
- Principle is to allocate NT$40 billion annually
- Original special budget of NT$1.25 trillion

## Taiwan and Norway sign memorandum of cooperation to deepen bilateral offshore energy cooperation

- Published: 2026-08-27T19:25:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608270285.aspx
- anchor: #n2280291
- Companies mentioned: 金属工业研究发展中心、工研院、船舶中心、台船环海、东方风能、台湾大学、高雄科技大学、挪威能源伙伴协会、罗加兰郡投资局、挪威离岸风电产业协会

Facts:
- Trade totaled US$400 million from January to July 2026

## New Taipei's Sanxia illegal gravel yard bought construction soil and rocks; Criminal Investigation Bureau refers 17 people for prosecution

- Published: 2026-08-27T19:21:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608270282.aspx
- anchor: #n2280240

新北市三峽区の無資格砂石場が7000トン以上の建設残土を不正収集。清運業者と連携し、合法処分を回避して利益を得たとして17人が書類送検された。環境安全への影響が懸念される。

## Unmanned Vehicles Act passes third reading; DPP expresses regret, KMT reiterates opposition to blank-check authorization for the Executive Yuan

- Published: 2026-08-27T19:20:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608270284.aspx
- anchor: #n2280238

Taiwan's Legislative Yuan passed the Unmanned Vehicle Industry Act on third reading. The Kuomintang supports defense self-reliance but opposes blank-check authorization for the Executive Yuan; the Democratic Progressive Party criticized it as an unconstitutional expansion of power. Some of the Taiwan People's Party's proposals were included, but the budget mechanism remains contentious.

## Typhoon Saudel's impact: 5 maritime routes and 21 sailings suspended on the 28th

- Published: 2026-08-27T19:18:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608270283.aspx
- anchor: #n2280239

Typhoon Saudel caused 5 routes and 21 services in waters near Taiwan to be canceled on Aug. 28. The Maritime and Port Bureau issued a warning.

## 新北協拍中心推主題展 秀熟悉影視場景

- Published: 2026-08-27T19:16:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608270278.aspx
- anchor: #n2280235
- Companies mentioned: 新北市協助影視拍攝與發展中心、新北協拍中心、Facebook

Facts:
- Has provided production crews with film assistance services more than 8600 times

## Yung Chiang sees strong demand for AI semiconductor piping; cautiously optimistic about operations in the second half

- Published: 2026-08-27T19:16:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608270281.aspx
- anchor: #n2280241

Yung Chiang benefited from demand for industrial piping driven by AI semiconductor plant expansions, as well as improved operations at its Turkey plant. It returned to profitability in the first half and is cautiously optimistic about operations in the second half.

Facts:
- Yung Chiang is one of the world's top five stainless steel welded pipe manufacturers
- Stainless steel pipe sales accounted for 68.9% of Yung Chiang's sales in the first half of this year
- Yung Chiang posted net profit of NT$72.88 million attributable to the parent company's owners in the first half, turning a loss into a profit
- Europe accounted for 37% of Yung Chiang's sales in the first half of this year

## Ørsted suspected of failing to promptly report wind turbine fire; Ministry of Economic Affairs says operator complied with regulations

- Published: 2026-08-27T19:14:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608270280.aspx
- anchor: #n2280233
- Companies mentioned: 沃旭能源、經濟部、能源署、聯合報

Facts:
- The incident affected about 14MW of installed capacity

## Amendment to the Act for Industrial Innovation passes third reading; Ministry of Economic Affairs says it will promote stable startup development and help companies retain talent

- Published: 2026-08-27T19:11:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608270279.aspx
- anchor: #n2280234
- Companies mentioned: 經濟部、立法院

Facts:
- The startup establishment period has also been extended from less than 5 years to less than 8 years
- The tax-deferred limit for employee stock compensation will rise from NT$5 million to NT$10 million
- The investment ratio for startups in the 3rd to 5th years will be adjusted to 10% of the total paid-in capital
- A threshold has been added requiring investment in startups in the 6th year to reach 40% of total paid-in capital

## The vanished edelweiss: the Alps in memory

- Published: 2026-08-27T19:10:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608273007.aspx
- anchor: #n2280232
- Companies mentioned: 巴伐利亞農民協會、法國國家科學研究中心、德國慕尼黑工業大學

Facts:
- 150 alpine plant species in the Alps
- Will shrink by an average of 44%
- 450 major rockfalls

## Typhoon Saudel will be closest on the 28th; heavy rain expected in central and southern Taiwan

- Published: 2026-08-27T19:05:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608270277.aspx
- anchor: #n2280236
- Companies mentioned: 中央氣象署、中央社

Facts:
- 28.4 degrees north latitude
- 123.8 degrees east longitude
- About 460 kilometers northeast of Matsu
- Moving at 18 to 25 kilometers per hour

## Nepal-Tibet border floods leave 270 dead and more than 1300 missing

- Published: 2026-08-27T19:04:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608270276.aspx
- anchor: #n2280237
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、法新社、中央電視台（CCTV）

Facts:
- Nepal police said in their latest update today that the floods have killed at least 270 people
- Nepal police said in their latest update today that the floods have killed at least 270 people and left more than 1300 missing
- Chinese state media said a mudslide disaster in Gyirong County, Tibet, has killed 3 people
- The mudslide disaster in Gyirong County, Tibet, has killed 3 people, bringing the death toll in the two areas to at least 273
- Nearly 500 of the 826 people missing in Nepal are foreign nationals
- The number of people missing in Gyirong County, Tibet, is 558
- The number of people missing in Gyirong County, Tibet, is 558, including 260 foreign nationals

## Zhao Jianming rumored to be setting up 骨得診所 in Taichung; the real Dr. Zhao appears: This Zhao is not that Zhao

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:59:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608270275.aspx
- anchor: #n2280221
- Companies mentioned: 骨得診所、Facebook、成功大學醫學院

Facts:
- The job ad has been running for 3 months

## KMT-Communist youth exchange: 陸委會 says it regrets the 國民黨 did not raise opposition to communism

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:55:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608270273.aspx
- anchor: #n2280072
- Companies mentioned: 國民黨、共產黨、陸委會、中國大陸國台辦

Facts:
- A youth exchange between the 國民黨 and 共產黨 was held in Shanghai from the 24th to the 28th

## 宜鼎: Memory is in short supply; prices will continue rising through the end of next year

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:55:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608270274.aspx
- anchor: #n2280222
- Companies mentioned: 宜鼎

Facts:
- More than 40% of 宜鼎's revenue in the first half came from the AI infrastructure sector
- 宜鼎's earnings per share in the second quarter exceeded NT$100
- The stock closed at NT$1490 today

## 北捷信義線東延段30日下午2時發首班車 首月往返象山站票價0元

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:53:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608270270.aspx
- anchor: #n2280075
- Companies mentioned: 台北捷運公司

Taipei Metro's Xinyi Line eastern extension opened on Aug. 30, adding Guangci/Fengtian Temple Station. Free rides on designated sections will be offered for the first month, along with crowd-control measures.

## Han Kuo-yu: Deeply regret that the Executive Yuan will weaponize countersignature, undermining the constitutional system

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:53:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608270272.aspx
- anchor: #n2280073
- Companies mentioned: 立法院、行政院

Facts:
- A total of 95 major proposals were passed or addressed during this session

## Nvidia's upbeat results bring hot money back; Taiwan dollar briefly hits 31.6, closing at a more than 2-month high

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:52:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608270271.aspx
- anchor: #n2280074
- Companies mentioned: 輝達（NVIDIA）

Nvidia's strong earnings lifted confidence, sending Taiwan stocks higher. Foreign investors made substantial purchases, and the Taiwan dollar surged to a more than 2-month high.

## Retired police officer detained over alleged request for officer to check personal data; appeal rejected, ruling final

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:50:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608270269.aspx
- anchor: #n2280076
- Companies mentioned: 台北市警察局、北市警局、北檢、台北地檢署、台灣高等法院、高院、中央社

Facts:
- 2 people detained and held incommunicado

## Area equal to about 4 Zhejiang provinces: Typhoon Saudel to make landfall, bringing heavy rain to 10 Chinese provinces and cities

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:48:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608270268.aspx
- anchor: #n2280077
- Companies mentioned: 中国中央气象台、央視

Facts:
- The storm's circulation is more than 1000 kilometers in diameter
- Covers an area of up to 400,000 square kilometers
- At least 10 provinces and cities face a direct threat from strong winds and heavy rain

## 高雄保全涉殺人未遂 與2被害人和解二審獲減刑

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:47:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608270267.aspx
- anchor: #n2280078
- Companies mentioned: 高雄保全、陳姓物業管理公司

Facts:
- Sentenced to 8 years and 6 months in the first trial
- Sentence reduced to 6 years and 8 months

## Foreign media: Taiwan becomes Singapore's largest trading partner; AI supply chain key

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:46:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608270266.aspx
- anchor: #n2280079
- Companies mentioned: 台積電

Taiwan overtook China to become Singapore’s largest trading partner in 2025. A mutually complementary AI supply chain centered on the semiconductor industry has built a strong economic partnership.

Facts:
- In 2025, Taiwan overtook China to become Singapore's largest trading partner.
- In 2025, two-way merchandise trade between Singapore and Taiwan totaled about 170.4 billion Singapore dollars.
- Singapore accounted for 62.23% of foreign direct investment (FDI) in Taiwan from January to July this year.
- Taiwan accounts for more than 60% of global foundry revenue and more than 90% of advanced chip manufacturing.

## Benzo[a]pyrene levels in black sesame oil exceed limits; 卓榮泰 directs stronger production controls and expanded testing capacity

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608270265.aspx
- anchor: #n2280080
- Companies mentioned: 卓榮泰、食藥署、行政院、李慧芝、衛福部

Facts:
- Taipei City announced yesterday the first case of benzo[a]pyrene detected in sesame oil

## 上海合作組織峰會在即 伊朗總統預計會晤普丁

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:44:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608270264.aspx
- anchor: #n2280081
- Companies mentioned: 上海合作組織、伊朗通訊社、法新社

Facts:
- The leaders' summit of the 上海合作組織 will be held on September 1 in Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan.

## U.S. plans 7.5% tariffs on excess capacity; China’s Commerce Ministry says it firmly opposes the move

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:41:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608270263.aspx
- anchor: #n2280082
- Companies mentioned: アメリカ、中国、中国商務部、川習

Facts:
- Section 301 investigation
- About 20%

## Man airlifts groceries from Thailand to Taiwan, conceals cannabis and tobacco; sentenced to 7 years in first trial

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:39:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608270262.aspx
- anchor: #n2280083
- Companies mentioned: 中央社

Facts:
- Customs finds 2122.85 grams of cannabis concealed in man’s package
- Sentenced to 7 years in prison

## Mainland criticizes poll as “stoking cross-strait confrontation”; MAC says it is an objective tool reflecting public opinion

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:38:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608270260.aspx
- anchor: #n2280085

The Mainland Affairs Council responded to the Taiwan Affairs Office’s criticism of the poll, stressing that the survey methods were objective and scientific and that the data reflected genuine public opinion. The poll found that 7 tenths of respondents considered patrols by mainland Chinese coast guard vessels to be malicious.

Facts:
- The Mainland Affairs Council commissioned National Chengchi University’s Election Study Center to conduct the poll.
- 70.5% of respondents considered the Chinese Communist Party’s deployment of coast guard vessels to patrol off Taiwan’s eastern coast “malicious.”
- The Taiwan Affairs Office said mainland Chinese coast guard vessels were exercising jurisdiction in the relevant waters in accordance with the law.

## Promoting sound investment knowledge, Taiwan Stock Exchange launches “證好學” platform initiative

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:38:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608270261.aspx
- anchor: #n2280084

The Taiwan Stock Exchange launched the “證好學” investor education platform, aiming to improve the public’s investment literacy through targeted short videos and current-affairs analysis.

## 輝達 forecast lifts chip stocks; Asian shares end mixed

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:36:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608270259.aspx
- anchor: #n2280037
- Companies mentioned: 輝達、OpenAI、亞馬遜、微軟、xAI、盛寶金融、SK海力士、三星電子、鎧俠

Facts:
- Q2 revenue grew more than 1 times from a year earlier
- Japan’s 鎧俠 closed up 5%
- Revenue is forecast to grow about 7 tenths in fiscal 2028

## 新纖: Taiwan’s tariff rate benefits U.S. exports; second-half operations expected to outperform the same period last year

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:34:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608270258.aspx
- anchor: #n2280038
- Companies mentioned: 新纖、新碩先進、Solvay

Facts:
- 新纖 Q2 revenue totaled NT$12.035 billion
- Up 20.2% from the previous quarter
- Up 23.1% year over year
- Net profit attributable to the parent company was NT$1.266 billion
- Up 1.01 times from Q1
- Compared with a net loss of NT$108 million in the same period last year
- Quarterly earnings per share were NT$0.79
- 新纖’s parent-company-attributable net profit for the first half totaled NT$1.894 billion
- Up 5.55 times year on year
- After-tax earnings per share were NT$1.18

## Nantou short-video creation contest presents local stories through distinctive perspectives

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:31:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608270257.aspx
- anchor: #n2280039
- Companies mentioned: 南投縣政府

南投縣政府 hosted the “南投48拍” short-video creation contest, inviting creators to explore 13 townships and showcase local character. First prize went to 翁于翔 for a video about access to medical care in remote parts of Shuili Township.

Facts:
- 13 teams drew lots to receive their filming topics
- 48 hours of nonstop video creation
- 27歲的翁于翔

## 家登: Optimistic about second-half shipments and revenue outlook; Taiwan’s advanced-process carriers expected to grow

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:29:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608270254.aspx
- anchor: #n2280042
- Companies mentioned: 家登

Facts:
- Revenue for the first 7 months totaled NT$5.05 billion
- Up 29% from the same period last year
- EUV photomask pod (POD) sales for the first 7 months reached 82% of last year’s total
- Taiwan market performance was on par with last year, with revenue for the first 7 months reaching 68% of last year’s total
- Overseas EUV POD sales have reached 150% of last year’s total
- FOUP sales for the first 7 months of this year reached 60% of last year’s total
- FOUP sales in the Greater China market have reached 107% of last year’s total
- Sales for the first 7 months have reached 2.44 times last year’s total
- Capital expenditure this year is expected to reach NT$2 billion to NT$2.5 billion
- More than NT$3 billion in funds was raised in the first half

## Yilan’s former fire chief indicted on corruption charges over suspected inflated banquet expenses

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:29:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608270255.aspx
- anchor: #n2280041
- Companies mentioned: 宜蘭縣政府、宜蘭縣消防局、中央社

Facts:
- Xu Songyi and 3 subordinates indicted
- Failed to recover the outstanding balance of more than NT$30,000 owed

## Legislature passes amendments to Industry Innovation Act; tax-deferred employee stock compensation cap raised to NT$10 million

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:29:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608270256.aspx
- anchor: #n2280040
- Companies mentioned: 民進黨

The Legislative Yuan passed amendments to the Industry Innovation Act, raising the tax-deferred limit for employee stock compensation to NT$10 million and expanding tax incentives for angel investors and venture capital. The changes will take effect in 2027.

Facts:
- Tax-deferred employee stock compensation limit raised to NT$10 million
- Eligible startups for angel investor tax incentives must be less than 8 years old
- Takes effect on January 1, 2027

## 北韓 criticizes U.S. sale of Sidewinder missiles to 南韓 and human rights oversight; vows strong response

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:28:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608270253.aspx
- anchor: #n2280043
- Companies mentioned: 美國、南韓、北韓、法新社、美國國務院、美國國務院民主、人權和勞工事務局、北韓中央通信社、KCNA、川普、Donald Trump

Facts:
- Estimated total value of US$125 million
- About NT$4 billion

## July economic light flashes red for 8 consecutive months; strong AI demand may set record for longest red-light run

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:25:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608270252.aspx
- anchor: #n2279963

The economic indicator remained red in July, marking 8 consecutive months. Strong demand for artificial intelligence fueled manufacturing performance, bolstering the outlook for Taiwan’s economic growth.

## 方志友 cries for half a day during wedding scene, thanks her late father for his help

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:24:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202608270251.aspx
- anchor: #n2279964
- Companies mentioned: 公視台語台、中華電信Hami Video、LINE TV

Actors 方志友 and 林哲熹 star in the Taiwanese-language drama “再見1987,” gaining a deep appreciation for the beauty of the language. 方志友 was overcome with emotion while filming a wedding scene and found the experience deeply moving.

## Orchards need not be completely cleared of weeds; agricultural research station says creeping ground cover can help cut emissions and increase carbon sequestration

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:14:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608270250.aspx
- anchor: #n2279931
- Companies mentioned: 農業部、桃園區農業改良場、中央社

Facts:
- Carbon sequestration can reach more than 3.3 metric tons per hectare annually
- A comparison treatment using herbicides resulted in an annual reduction of about 4.2 metric tons of carbon
- Only 2 to 3 mowings are needed each year during the growing period
- Reduces carbon by 0.4 metric tons per hectare annually
- Carbon sequestration can reach 6 metric tons per hectare annually

## 高雄電影節 kicks off 10/9; “Japan in Transformation” lineup announced

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:13:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202608270249.aspx
- anchor: #n2279932
- Companies mentioned: 高雄電影節、SUPER EIGHT、安田章大、Non、宇賀那健一

Facts:
- 高雄電影節 will kick off on October 9 this year
- 高雄電影節 will run from October 9 to 26

## Major landslide disaster in Tibet’s Gyirong; 陸委會 says no reports of Taiwanese casualties so far

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:11:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608270248.aspx
- anchor: #n2279933
- Companies mentioned: 陸委會、大陸委員會、新華社、西藏日喀則市

Facts:
- 2 people successfully rescued
- 3 people killed
- 558 people missing
- 260 of the missing are foreign nationals

## Japanese lawmakers visit China; Beijing says its position on a Taiwan contingency and its policy toward Japan remain unchanged

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:10:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608270247.aspx
- anchor: #n2279934
- Companies mentioned: 中国共産党中央対外連絡部、中国社会科学院

A Japanese parliamentary delegation held talks with the Chinese Communist Party’s International Liaison Department, with heated exchanges over remarks about a “Taiwan contingency.” Beijing reiterated that its position and policy toward Japan remain unchanged.

## Asia-Pacific Sustainability Expo: 長榮航空 and 中華航空 showcase results

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:04:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608270235.aspx
- anchor: #n2279872
- Companies mentioned: 長榮航空、中華航空、波音、空中巴士

The 2026 Asia-Pacific Sustainability Expo was held in Taipei. 長榮航空 took part for the 3rd time, showcasing carbon-reduction measures, while 中華航空 made its first appearance to share its sustainability initiatives. Both airlines emphasized their net-zero transitions, underscoring the aviation industry’s focus on ESG.

Facts:
- This is its 3rd time participating
- 5 talks

## 潮台北 interactive technology and music exhibition opens, inviting the public to experience music culture

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:03:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608270234.aspx
- anchor: #n2279873

“潮台北TRENDY TAIPEI科技音樂互動展,” organized by the Taipei City Department of Cultural Affairs, will run from Aug. 27 to Sept. 6. The interactive exhibition uses facial recognition and AR technology to let visitors experience Taipei’s music culture. The deputy mayor will also attend, drawing considerable attention.

## Kinmen’s Mid-Autumn “Bó Zhuàngyuán” festival returns in September, inviting visitors to roll dice for good luck

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:02:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608270233.aspx
- anchor: #n2279874
- Companies mentioned: 昇恆昌（金湖広場）

Kinmen County will hold the traditional “Mid-Autumn Festival Scholar’s Pastry” event in September. It aims to attract visitors through a mix of tourism and traditional culture, along with a range of activities.

## Norwegian King Harald V’s condition worsens; queen and crown prince cancel engagements

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:01:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608270229.aspx
- anchor: #n2279882
- Companies mentioned: 挪威王室、法新社、路透社、奧斯陸大學醫院

Facts:
- 89-year-old King Harald V
- Hospitalized in Oslo for treatment since the 17th

## Heavy rain causes damage in Toyama and Ishikawa; Himi residents say floodwater reached chest height

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:01:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608270230.aspx
- anchor: #n2279881
- Companies mentioned: 日本放送協會（NHK）、JR

Facts:
- About 80 households flooded in Hakui, Ishikawa Prefecture
- 40 households in Sugai-cho
- 30 households in Sengoku-cho
- 25 households and 59 people in the Shojibara area
- 31 households and 62 people in the Hashiriiri area
- 7 households and 10 people in the Misuna area
- All 23 households, or 54 people, in Sugai-cho
- All 20 households, or 40 people, in Sengoku-cho
- 14 landslides reported in Himi City
- 4 roadside trees toppled

## China's industrial profits rose 11.2% year on year in July, hitting a new low for the year

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:01:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608270231.aspx
- anchor: #n2279880
- Companies mentioned: 中國國家統計局、電子行業、積體電路、電氣機械和器材製造業、電力、熱力生產和供應業、農副食品加工業、汽車製造業、非金屬礦物製品業、黑色金屬冶煉和壓延加工業、石油、煤炭及其他燃料加工業

Facts:
- Profits at industrial enterprises above designated size rose 11.2% year on year in July
- Total profits at industrial enterprises above designated size reached 4.58 trillion yuan from January to July this year
- Up 17.6% year on year
- Profits in the 電子行業 rose 1.1 times from a year earlier from January to July
- Boosting profits at all industrial enterprises above designated size, with annual main business revenue of 20 million yuan, by 9.3 percentage points
- Profits in the 電氣機械和器材製造業 fell 7.6%
- The 電力、熱力生產和供應業 fell 8.0%
- The 農副食品加工業 fell 12.3%
- The 汽車製造業 fell 20.4%
- The 非金屬礦物製品業 fell 48.2%
- The 黑色金屬冶煉和壓延加工業 fell 51.2%

## Man with recurring fever and back pain seeks medical care, discovers Staphylococcus aureus infection in spine and heart

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:01:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608270232.aspx
- anchor: #n2279875
- Companies mentioned: 台中榮民總醫院

A 48-year-old man in Taichung recovered from severe spinal and heart infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus. A treatment combining surgery with outpatient intravenous therapy proved effective.

Facts:
- A 48-year-old patient surnamed Lin was transferred to Chung Shan Medical University Hospital's emergency department after 2 weeks of recurring fever and back pain without improvement.
- Imaging revealed a lumbar spinal epidural abscess accompanied by vertebral osteomyelitis.
- A heart ultrasound revealed a vegetation on the mitral valve, leading to a diagnosis of infective endocarditis.
- The patient underwent spinal decompression surgery and intravenous antibiotic treatment, then recovered and returned to daily life.

## Hosts announced for the 61st Golden Bell Awards ceremony: Chen Han-dian and Patty Chen to lead the event for the first time

- Published: 2026-08-27T18:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202608270228.aspx
- anchor: #n2279883
- Companies mentioned: 金鐘獎、中央社、台北流行音樂中心

Facts:
- 61st 金鐘獎
- The 61st 金鐘獎 will take place in October
- October 17 “金鐘獎 Radio Awards Ceremony”
- October 23 “金鐘獎 Program Awards Ceremony”
- October 24 “金鐘獎 Drama Awards Ceremony”

## Mid-Autumn Festival gift boxes from 4 disability groups in Chiayi County go on sale; Weng Chang-liang invites the public to buy them

- Published: 2026-08-27T17:58:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608270227.aspx
- anchor: #n2279884
- Companies mentioned: 嘉義縣政府、若竹兒教育基金會附設嘉義縣私立若竹兒智能發展中心、嘉義縣精神康扶之友協會附設小太陽烘焙坊、嘉義縣身心障礙者聯合會附設庇護工場、嘉義縣福利商品銷售服務人員職業工會附設領航身心障礙者產業庇護工場

Facts:
- Molded to weigh 23 grams

## Drone Act passes third reading; military required to prioritize procurement of Taiwan-made unmanned vehicles

- Published: 2026-08-27T17:57:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608270226.aspx
- anchor: #n2279726
- Companies mentioned: 立法院、經濟部、國防部、國民黨團、民眾黨團、行政院、中央社

Facts:
- Total of NT$780 billion
- Spending cap of NT$210 billion
- NT$240 billion over 6 years
- NT$40 billion a year
- A single unmanned vehicle procurement contract worth more than NT$100 million
- The competent authority must submit a written report to 立法院 within 30 days of the contract award

## 國稅局：Changing a life insurance policy's policyholder within 2 years before death should be included in the taxable estate

- Published: 2026-08-27T17:57:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608270225.aspx
- anchor: #n2279727
- Companies mentioned: 國稅局、財政部高雄國稅局

Facts:
- The policy's reserve value at the time of the gift was NT$2 million
- The total gifts for the year did not exceed the tax-exempt allowance of NT$2.44 million
- 裁罰金額將是補稅金額的8成

## Severe landslide disaster in Tibet prompts Beijing to send Premier Li Qiang to inspect the damage

- Published: 2026-08-27T17:56:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608270224.aspx
- anchor: #n2279728
- Companies mentioned: 中國國務院、新華社、中共

Facts:
- Hundreds of people are missing

## 台南捷運 Blue Line Phase 1 enters tendering stage; integrity platform launched

- Published: 2026-08-27T17:52:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608270223.aspx
- anchor: #n2279729
- Companies mentioned: 台南捷運、台南地檢署、市府、市府交通局

Facts:
- 台南捷運 Blue Line Phase 1 has a total budget of about NT$32.731 billion
- About 8.55 kilometers long

## ASEAN News Brief, Aug. 27, 2026

- Published: 2026-08-27T17:52:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608273006.aspx
- anchor: #n2279725
- Companies mentioned: Groupe PierreVal、Kien A Group、日本國際協力機構（JICA）、穆迪分析公司（Moody's Analytics Inc.）、馬來西亞統計局、泰國央行、柬埔寨國家銀行、烏茲別克中央銀行、印尼零售商和商場租戶協會（Indodenia Retail and Tenant Association）

Facts:
- Laos' Ministry of Agriculture and Environment and 日本國際協力機構（JICA） signed a subsidiary agreement worth US$61 million (about NT$1.93 billion)
- Singapore's Economic Development Board released economic data showing industrial production rose 6.8% year on year in July
- Moody's Analytics said it now forecasts the Philippines' gross domestic product (GDP) to grow 3% this year
- 馬來西亞統計局 announced that the business confidence indicator rose to 5.9% in the third quarter
- 泰國央行's Monetary Policy Committee unanimously decided to keep the 1-day repurchase rate at 1.00%

## NCHU's forestry department builds smart tree management platform to turn urban trees into green assets

- Published: 2026-08-27T17:51:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608270222.aspx
- anchor: #n2279790
- Companies mentioned: 國立中興大學、嘉義市政府、瑞竣科技股份有限公司、中華空間資訊學會

Facts:
- Nearly 30,000 urban trees
- Carbon sequestration estimation parameters for 283 tree species
- 29,378 valid tree records
- 18,022 roadside trees
- 11,356 park tree records

## Takuya Kimura's daughter named ambassador for STARLUX; Chang Kuo-wei gives her a tour

- Published: 2026-08-27T17:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608270221.aspx
- anchor: #n2279791
- Companies mentioned: 星宇航空

星宇航空 announced the art project “STARLUX AIRSORAYAMA” with Hajime Sorayama, and Kōki, was named ambassador. An A350-1000 aircraft will feature a special design, which Chairman Chang Kuo-wei personally presented to Kōki,.

## UN General Assembly to open in September! Succession race for secretary-general heats up; will US and Chinese leaders attend?

- Published: 2026-08-27T19:58:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11159918
- anchor: #n2280407
- Companies mentioned: 国際危機グループ

The U.N. General Assembly opens on Sept. 21, as the contest to succeed Secretary-General António Guterres intensifies. Attention is growing over whether the leaders of the United States and China will attend and the future of the United Nations.

## US sales surge fourfold! Squishy toys sweep European and US markets, with stress relief driving kids and adults wild

- Published: 2026-08-27T19:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11159909
- anchor: #n2280408
- Companies mentioned: Circana、Kids Village Asia、Euromonitor International、TikTok Shop

Sales of “squishy” toys in the United States are expected to surge 4 times by 2026. Social media and their stress-relieving effect are driving their explosive popularity in Western markets.

## HBL legendary coach Liu Jin-chi dies at 85! Built the “Sanmin Five Tigers” and mentored Tian Lei

- Published: 2026-08-27T19:44:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11159910
- anchor: #n2280409
- Companies mentioned: 三民家商、七賢国中、義守大学

Liu Jinchih, the legendary coach of HBL team 三民家商, has died at the age of 85. He developed the “三民五虎” and produced many players, including Tien Lei, leaving a major mark on Taiwanese basketball.

## Legislature's marathon session ends! Cho Jung-tai pays his respects; Han Kuo-yu says he is deeply concerned and regretful about the “weaponization of countersignatures”

- Published: 2026-08-27T19:38:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11159908
- anchor: #n2280410

Taiwan's Legislative Yuan ended its marathon session, passing defense and industrial innovation bills. Han Kuo-yu criticized the Executive Yuan for refusing to countersign, saying it undermined the constitution, while Cho Jung-tai pledged to step up communication.

## Tomorrow's weather / Typhoon Sadler brings torrential rain! Weather turns across Taiwan, with rain continuing into mid-September and another typhoon on the way; a look at the week's forecast

- Published: 2026-08-27T19:37:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11159553
- anchor: #n2280411
- Companies mentioned: 中央気象署、WeatherRisk

Typhoon Sadler is expected to make landfall in Zhejiang on Friday. The weather in Taiwan will be unsettled over the coming week, with mountainous areas in the south and central regions urged to prepare for torrential rain. All of Taiwan should watch for intense afternoon thunderstorms this weekend, and the low-pressure system may remain influential until mid-September.

## Executive Yuan's version of the Drone Act fails to pass the Legislative Yuan; Ministry of National Defense expresses regret and urges opposition to respect defense expertise

- Published: 2026-08-27T19:37:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11159912
- anchor: #n2280412

The Executive Yuan’s version of a special unmanned aircraft bill failed to pass in the Legislative Yuan, prompting the Ministry of National Defense to express regret. The ministry stressed the urgency of building up combat capabilities and said it would expedite budget measures.

## Earthquake alert's “beep beep beep” scares the daylights out of people! Experts reveal the truth and say “don't blame the weather agency”: it's a new iPhone feature

- Published: 2026-08-27T19:15:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11159868
- anchor: #n2280413
- Companies mentioned: Apple、台湾地震速報（民間アプリ）

During an earthquake in Taiwan, iPhone users received an unusual “chirp-chirp-chirp” alert sound, which turned out to be Apple’s new “Enhanced Safety Alerts” feature. Apple, not the Central Weather Administration, determines the sound, causing confusion.