AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-27 18:00–21:00 JST｜Page 4 of 5https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.htmlOne 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.en PlayStation®5/PlayStation®4 “Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Operation 2” “8th Anniversary Afterparty” underway! “ガンダムDX” joins today!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279976https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279976Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES TGS2026: Find a game you’ll love at the Happinet booth!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279975https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279975Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES U-NEXT Pirates team sponsors rise to 13 for the M League 2026-27 season!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279974https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279974Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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%https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279973https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279973Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 odorhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280220https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280220Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280219https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280219Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 【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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280218https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280218Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES SNS safety class in Kagoshima teaches “judgment skills” to prevent harmhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280217https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280217Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 journalhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280216https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280216Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 2 of the approximately 60 people worldwide who have completed “The Work” come to Tokyo: Classical Pilates Master Weekend Tokyo 2026 to be heldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280215https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280215Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Lee Chuan seeks blessings and pushes transport infrastructure; Su Chiao-hui wins support from independent bookstoreshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280494https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280494Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:36:41 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Public Construction Commission: East District briefing on Procurement Act amendments wins support for abolishing floor prices and other measureshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280492https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280492Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:36:27 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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 Awardhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280493https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280493Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:29:37 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAState-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 infectedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280490https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280490Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:26:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 傳川普政府考慮對半導體祭新關稅 擬擴大至科技產品https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280491https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280491Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:25:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA TSG Hawks’ Tseng Tzu-yu builds muscle to improve power hitting; “late-night snacks from my beloved wife” help him bulk uphttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280488https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280488Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:20:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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。 Elderly people living alone and older couples caring for each other: highest-risk cases to receive 4 visits a month and 400 meals a yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280486https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280486Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:19:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Cabinet: National security cannot wait; allocate funds promptly to complete unmanned vehicle procurementhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280487https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280487Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:18:26 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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 customshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280480https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280480Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:13:24 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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-Octoberhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280481https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280481Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:11:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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. Japan launches first survey of animal cafes; Environment Ministry to inspect hygiene and animal welfarehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280482https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280482Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:09:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAJapan’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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280483https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280483Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:09:17 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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 zerohttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280484https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280484Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:09:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAEnergy 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. AIT holds Zhongyuan Pudu ceremony; military-personnel-only Guai Guai snacks placed on offering table, with wishes for the safety of Taiwan friendshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280469https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280469Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:04:13 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Survey: 3% of voters may follow AI recommendations in France’s 2027 presidential electionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280470https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280470Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:02:11 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA US foreign aid policy shifts; scholars say Taiwan’s continuation of existing programs is crucialhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280467https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280467Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:01:09 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Iranian vice president: US naval blockade prevents gasoline imports needed to make up shortfallhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280468https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280468Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:01:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Underground structure of Taoyuan Metro Green Line’s G07 station completed; main line targeted to open by the end of 119https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280406https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280406Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:54:04 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Typhoon Saudel affects Matsu; on the 28th, only flights to and from Nangan and Beigan operating normallyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280343https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280343Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:47:02 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 長榮海運秀雙能源環保船 55艘新船拚航運淨零轉型https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280342https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280342Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:44:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Nagata Sotaro records first CPBL hit and RBI; Song Chia-hao and Wang Yen-cheng congratulate himhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280335https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280335Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:37:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Life insurance dividend payout reviews may adopt tiered system, assessing transition measures and financial soundnesshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280336https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280336Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:36:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 上海居民赴金馬遊 陸委會：吸引力較低https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280337https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280337Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:34:53 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Health points program launches in October; checkups, cancer screenings and vaccinations can earn 13,000 points in 2 yearshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280332https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280332Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:33:51 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Siemens President Chang Ho-hsi to become European Chamber of Commerce chairman, taking office 9/1https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280333https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280333Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:33:49 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA After 8 months of blocking 小紅書, 陸委會 says the number and value of fraud cases have fallenhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280334https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280334Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:31:47 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 國防部: Regrets that the 行政院 version of the Unmanned Vehicles Act did not passhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280290https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280290Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:26:45 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Taiwan and Norway sign memorandum of cooperation to deepen bilateral offshore energy cooperationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280291https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280291Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:25:43 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA New Taipei's Sanxia illegal gravel yard bought construction soil and rocks; Criminal Investigation Bureau refers 17 people for prosecutionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280240https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280240Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:21:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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 Yuanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280238https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280238Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:20:40 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan'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 28thhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280239https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280239Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:18:38 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATyphoon 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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280235https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280235Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:16:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Yung Chiang sees strong demand for AI semiconductor piping; cautiously optimistic about operations in the second halfhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280241https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280241Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:16:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAYung 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. Ørsted suspected of failing to promptly report wind turbine fire; Ministry of Economic Affairs says operator complied with regulationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280233https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280233Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:14:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 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 talenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280234https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280234Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:11:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA The vanished edelweiss: the Alps in memoryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280232https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280232Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:10:26 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Typhoon Saudel will be closest on the 28th; heavy rain expected in central and southern Taiwanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280236https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280236Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:05:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Nepal-Tibet border floods leave 270 dead and more than 1300 missinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280237https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280237Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:04:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Zhao Jianming rumored to be setting up 骨得診所 in Taichung; the real Dr. Zhao appears: This Zhao is not that Zhaohttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280221https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280221Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:59:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA KMT-Communist youth exchange: 陸委會 says it regrets the 國民黨 did not raise opposition to communismhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280072https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280072Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:55:17 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 宜鼎: Memory is in short supply; prices will continue rising through the end of next yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280222https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280222Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:55:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280075https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280075Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:53:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaipei 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 systemhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280073https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280073Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:53:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Nvidia's upbeat results bring hot money back; Taiwan dollar briefly hits 31.6, closing at a more than 2-month highhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280074https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280074Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:52:13 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANvidia'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 finalhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280076https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280076Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:50:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Area equal to about 4 Zhejiang provinces: Typhoon Saudel to make landfall, bringing heavy rain to 10 Chinese provinces and citieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280077https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280077Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:48:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 高雄保全涉殺人未遂 與2被害人和解二審獲減刑https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280078https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280078Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:47:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Foreign media: Taiwan becomes Singapore's largest trading partner; AI supply chain keyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280079https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280079Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:46:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan 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. Benzo[a]pyrene levels in black sesame oil exceed limits; 卓榮泰 directs stronger production controls and expanded testing capacityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280080https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280080Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:45:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 上海合作組織峰會在即 伊朗總統預計會晤普丁https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280081https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280081Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:44:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA U.S. plans 7.5% tariffs on excess capacity; China’s Commerce Ministry says it firmly opposes the movehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280082https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280082Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:41:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Man airlifts groceries from Thailand to Taiwan, conceals cannabis and tobacco; sentenced to 7 years in first trialhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280083https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280083Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:39:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Mainland criticizes poll as “stoking cross-strait confrontation”; MAC says it is an objective tool reflecting public opinionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280085https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280085Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:38:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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. Promoting sound investment knowledge, Taiwan Stock Exchange launches “證好學” platform initiativehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280084https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280084Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:38:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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 mixedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280037https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280037Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:36:47 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 新纖: Taiwan’s tariff rate benefits U.S. exports; second-half operations expected to outperform the same period last yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280038https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280038Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:34:45 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Nantou short-video creation contest presents local stories through distinctive perspectiveshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280039https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280039Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:31:42 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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. 家登: Optimistic about second-half shipments and revenue outlook; Taiwan’s advanced-process carriers expected to growhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280042https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280042Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:29:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Yilan’s former fire chief indicted on corruption charges over suspected inflated banquet expenseshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280041https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280041Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:29:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Legislature passes amendments to Industry Innovation Act; tax-deferred employee stock compensation cap raised to NT$10 millionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280040https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280040Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:29:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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. 北韓 criticizes U.S. sale of Sidewinder missiles to 南韓 and human rights oversight; vows strong responsehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280043https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280043Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:28:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA July economic light flashes red for 8 consecutive months; strong AI demand may set record for longest red-light runhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279963https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279963Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:25:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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 helphttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279964https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279964Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:24:27 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAActors 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 sequestrationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279931https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279931Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:14:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 高雄電影節 kicks off 10/9; “Japan in Transformation” lineup announcedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279932https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279932Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:13:23 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Major landslide disaster in Tibet’s Gyirong; 陸委會 says no reports of Taiwanese casualties so farhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279933https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279933Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:11:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Japanese lawmakers visit China; Beijing says its position on a Taiwan contingency and its policy toward Japan remain unchangedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279934https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279934Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:10:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA 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 resultshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279872https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279872Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:04:54 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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. 潮台北 interactive technology and music exhibition opens, inviting the public to experience music culturehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279873https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279873Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:03:52 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA“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 luckhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279874https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279874Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:02:50 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAKinmen 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 engagementshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279882https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279882Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:01:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Heavy rain causes damage in Toyama and Ishikawa; Himi residents say floodwater reached chest heighthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279881https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279881Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:01:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA China's industrial profits rose 11.2% year on year in July, hitting a new low for the yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279880https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279880Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:01:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Man with recurring fever and back pain seeks medical care, discovers Staphylococcus aureus infection in spine and hearthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279875https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279875Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:01:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA 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. Hosts announced for the 61st Golden Bell Awards ceremony: Chen Han-dian and Patty Chen to lead the event for the first timehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279883https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279883Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:00:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Mid-Autumn Festival gift boxes from 4 disability groups in Chiayi County go on sale; Weng Chang-liang invites the public to buy themhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279884https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279884Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:58:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Drone Act passes third reading; military required to prioritize procurement of Taiwan-made unmanned vehicleshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279726https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279726Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:57:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 國稅局：Changing a life insurance policy's policyholder within 2 years before death should be included in the taxable estatehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279727https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279727Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:57:33 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Severe landslide disaster in Tibet prompts Beijing to send Premier Li Qiang to inspect the damagehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279728https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279728Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:56:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 台南捷運 Blue Line Phase 1 enters tendering stage; integrity platform launchedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279729https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279729Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:52:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA ASEAN News Brief, Aug. 27, 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279725https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279725Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:52:22 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA NCHU's forestry department builds smart tree management platform to turn urban trees into green assetshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279790https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279790Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:51:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Takuya Kimura's daughter named ambassador for STARLUX; Chang Kuo-wei gives her a tourhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279791https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2279791Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:50:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280407https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280407Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:58:54 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 wildhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280408https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280408Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:50:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 Leihttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280409https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280409Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:44:51 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280410https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280410Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:38:05 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 forecasthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280411https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280411Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:37:51 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 expertisehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280412https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280412Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:37:46 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 featurehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280413https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260827-18/index-en-p4.html#n2280413Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:15:43 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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.