# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-28 18:00–21:00 JST｜Page 2 of 4

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 162 items from 6 sources; Japan, 157 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 【Your votes change the conversation!?】An online networking event for job seekers and those looking to change jobs will be held on Sep. 16 (Wed.)!

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:01:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000577.000076777.html
- anchor: #n2305110
- Companies mentioned: 北九州市、北九州市役所

Facts:
- 18:00～19:40
- 1社わずか15分

## Provisional calendar announced for the 2027 All Japan Road Race Championship

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:45+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000039.000152706.html
- anchor: #n2305111
- Companies mentioned: 一般財団法人日本モーターサイクルスポーツ協会、MFJ カップJP-SPORT

Facts:
- A total of 7 rounds are scheduled
- JSB1000 class: 10 rounds in total
- ST600 class: 6 rounds in total
- J-GP3 class: ６ rounds in total
- JP-SPORT class: 6 rounds in total

## 【MBFF】Bringing microbiome-inspired thinking to base makeup, too.

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:30+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000153316.html
- anchor: #n2305112
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フローリストジャパン、MBFF

Facts:
- Net weight: 15 g
- Price: ¥8,580 (tax included)

## 日本酒造組合中央会, the largest organization in the alcoholic beverage industry, announces its “Sake Event Calendar: September 2026 Edition”!

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000118.000083559.html
- anchor: #n2305113
- Companies mentioned: 日本酒造組合中央会、北海道酒造組合、千葉県酒造組合、静岡県酒造組合、栃木県酒造組合、岩手県酒造組合、三重県酒造組合、山梨県酒造協同組合、茨城県酒造組合、福島県酒造組合、奈良県酒造組合

Facts:
- With about 1,600 alcoholic beverage producers nationwide as members (sake, honkaku shochu and awamori, and hon mirin)
- About 50 varieties, including sake and single-distilled shochu, will be sold by the shot in 30㎖ plastic cups for ¥100–¥600
- 【Admission】¥3,500 (tax included)
- Enjoy sake from 22 breweries in Shizuoka Prefecture
- 【Ticket purchase】Advance tickets: ¥2,500 (tax included) / Same-day tickets: ¥3,000 (tax included)
- 【Admission】¥4,000 (tax included)
- 【Participation fee】¥3,000 (tax included)
- 【Participation fee】¥1,000 (tax included; paid on the day)
- 【Admission】¥6,000 (tax included; includes a boxed lunch)
- 【Participation fee】¥4,000 (after check-in)

## 【New media】kutsuhimo consulting begins streaming “TOP THINKS,” a video series of interviews with business leaders, on YouTube—featuring 大野利美知, chair of pharmaceutical dispensing industry innovator Pharmarize HD

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000189701.html
- anchor: #n2305161
- Companies mentioned: kutsuhimo consulting、ファーマライズホールディングス株式会社

Facts:
- Scheduled to begin streaming: Friday, Aug. 28, 2026, at 18:00
- Runtime: about 30 minutes
- Capital: 10 million yen

## “HACHI-8 PROJECT” live auction and live sales event to be held Aug. 29 and 30

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000186029.html
- anchor: #n2305160
- Companies mentioned: HACHI-8 PROJECT実行委員会、THE Future Vintage Auction、西武渋谷店

Facts:
- 88 artists selected by 8 curators
- The works will be divided among a total of 14 “ROOMS”
- Successful bidders will be charged an auction fee of 10% of the winning bid
- A payment processing fee of 5% of the winning bid will apply
- Credit card payments cannot be used for purchases of ¥10,000,000 or more

## From “eating for your health” to “eating because it tastes good.”

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000182676.html
- anchor: #n2305159
- Companies mentioned: GOKAN+、ORANGE BANANA COFFEE、Patisserie 粉と卵、株式会社サンライズ

Facts:
- 1個あたりタンパク質7gを含み
- On sale for ¥380 each (tax included)
- Founded in 1967

## 東映ゲームズ to make its first appearance at “Tokyo Game Show 2026”! Latest playable versions of ３ titles on display

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000181841.html
- anchor: #n2305158
- Companies mentioned: 東映株式会社、東映ゲームズ、UnGloomStudio、Black Tangerine、Nephemee Studio、Sanrio Games、PARCO GAMES

Facts:
- 3 titles
- From Thursday, Sep. 17, 2026, to Monday, Sep. 21 (national holiday)
- For 75 years since its founding

## Off & Relax × RIIZE WONBIN premium fan-sign event invitation campaign launches! Enjoy a special moment with WONBIN. Starts Friday, Aug. 28, 2026

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000011.000167039.html
- anchor: #n2305157
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オー・アンド・アール、Off＆Relax、RIIZE、RIIZE WONBIN、ロフト、楽天市場、Amazon、Qoo10

Facts:
- Purchase eligible products totaling ¥5,000 or more before tax
- 30 people will be specially invited by lottery to the “Off＆Relax × RIIZE WONBIN Premium Fan-Sign Event”
- Runs from Friday, August 28, 2026
- Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026

## Blank Street and other leaders in the global café scene to speak at “International Matcha Congress 2026,” exploring the matcha market from the front lines of the café industry

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000181342.html
- anchor: #n2305156
- Companies mentioned: Blank Street、SUPER MATCHA、Onyx Coffee Lab、GAIL's Bakery、HIT THE TEA Co., Ltd.、Izaki Coffee Holdings、Luckin Coffee、SPCグループ、日本マクドナルド

Facts:
- Early-bird pass (30% OFF) ¥38,500
- General pass ¥55,000
- Tea producer pass ¥22,000
- Academic pass ¥22,000
- Student pass ¥11,000
- New York-founded Blank Street, with more than 100 stores
- Matcha has grown to account for more than half of sales

## 【HARIAS × IMP.】IMP. will livestream on HARIAS’s official TikTok account! An original sticker giveaway campaign is also launching early.

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000040.000057117.html
- anchor: #n2305155
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社HARIAS、IMP.、TBS、楽天市場、Amazon、Qoo10、Yahoo!ショッピング、TikTok shop、株式会社東洋新薬

Facts:
- 2026年8月31日（月）21:00頃～
- Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026
- A set of 8 photos: 1 group photo and 7 individual member shots
- An additional non-refundable fee of ¥185

## 【New store】WECARS Niigata Airport Street store to grand open in Niigata City, Niigata Prefecture, on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026!

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000062.000176464.html
- anchor: #n2305154
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社WECARS、WECARS

Facts:
- Business hours: 10:00–19:00

## アイアップ launches ４ new adorable Doraemon products! On sale from Aug. 27, 2026, and available now at the アイアップ official online shop.

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000080.000029867.html
- anchor: #n2305153
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイアップ、藤子・F・不二雄、小学館、テレビ朝日、Shin-ei、ADK

Facts:
- Price: ¥2,200 each (tax included)
- Price: ¥880 each (tax included)
- Price: ¥5,500 each (tax included)
- Price: ¥1,760 each (tax included)
- Serialization began in 小学館’s “Grade-Specific Learning Magazines” in 1970
- In 2020, the series marked the 50th anniversary of its serialization debut.
- The TV anime began airing on テレビ朝日-affiliated stations in 1979.
- The following year, 1980, the theatrical anime film Doraemon: Nobita and the Dinosaur was released.
- In 2013, the cumulative number of moviegoers surpassed 100 million.
- The 46th film in the series, Doraemon the Movie: Nobita's Steam Time Machine, is scheduled for release in spring 2027.
- Founded: April 2007

## [Accommodating Skymark's September and October extra flights] Autumn extra flights on the Haneda–Sapporo/Naha, Haneda–Kobe, and Kobe–Naha routes now on sale as dynamic travel packages

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000114.000180015.html
- anchor: #n2305152
- Companies mentioned: 日本空輸株式会社、スカイマーク株式会社、グットリップエクスプレス

Facts:
- A total of 6 round-trip flights have been newly added.
- From September 18 to 27
- September 19–21 and 26, Haneda → Naha ★SKY953 8:45 11:30; September 23, 25 and 27
- October 20
- Oct. 24

## “Sammy presents NEW HORIZON FEST 2026” announces the second wave of artists and the start of the second advance ticket sale

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000117.000096065.html
- anchor: #n2305151
- Companies mentioned: サミー株式会社、株式会社GRIP、株式会社H.I.P

Facts:
- Arena standing: 11,800 yen (tax included)
- Reserved stand seating: 10,800 yen (tax included)
- VIP reserved seating: 20,000 yen (tax included)
- Terrace suite: 250,000 yen (tax included)

## Make it from just 1 item! Two full-color glass styles made with アデリア glass are now available from オリジナルプリント.jp

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000141.000085001.html
- anchor: #n2305150
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イメージ・マジック、オリジナルプリント.jp、アデリア、AXタンブラー

Facts:
- More than 2,500 types of items
- From ¥275 (6-ounce small cup, tax included; printing fee not included)
- Orders accepted from 1 item
- Large capacity of approximately 490ml
- Approximately 180ml

## 和内璃乃's 1st calendar announced! A wall calendar starting in January 2027 goes on sale Saturday, December 5, 2026!

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000214.000116565.html
- anchor: #n2305149
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ハゴロモ、カレナビ楽天店、楽天ブックス、セブンネットショッピング

Facts:
- List price: ¥4,620 (tax included) / base price ¥4,200
- 20 people will be selected by lottery from among purchasers.
- ・Pages: 28

## Designs unveiled for the official uniforms to be worn by each team in the M League 2026-27 season

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000230.000035640.html
- anchor: #n2305148
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人Mリーグ機構、ミズノ株式会社、日本トップリーグ連携機構、日本サッカー協会、株式会社サイバーエージェント、アース製薬株式会社、株式会社KADOKAWA、株式会社コナミアーケードゲームス、株式会社ジャパネットブロードキャスティング、株式会社セガ フェイブ、株式会社セガ、株式会社テレビ朝日、株式会社電通、株式会社博報堂、株式会社U-NEXT、株式会社井上ビジネスコンサルタンツ

Facts:
- The season opens on September 14, 2026.

## “The Curious Goldfish Museum: The Sequel — What Lurks in the Darkness” The second installment of the hugely popular evening event! At dusk, the Goldfish Museum begins to move eerily once again.

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000277.000060756.html
- anchor: #n2305147
- Companies mentioned: アートアクアリウム美術館 GINZA、株式会社Kiranah Resort、株式会社Amuseum Parks、株式会社三越伊勢丹、銀座三越

Facts:
- WEB ticket: ¥2,500
- Same-day ticket: 2,700 yen.
- Special web ticket: ¥2,200
- Cumulative attendance: 13 million people.

## “Good Morning at 8:05” (written by ペポネ) becomes a narrated work in “せとドラ,” a short drama set in Setouchi!

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000330.000014577.html
- anchor: #n2305146
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ソニー・ミュージックエンタテインメント、monogatary.com、whics、LUV、POPteen、TGC tenn、シンデレラフェス、せとドラ俳優部、せとうちドラマ

Facts:
- The video features 2 people selected through auditions from among emerging actors from Setouchi, performing a reading.
- Distribution on various social media platforms begins today, Friday, August 28.

## [5 tips for cooking delicious white rice] How to make an exceptional bowl of rice starting today

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000362.000008638.html
- anchor: #n2305145
- Companies mentioned: Areti、Amazon

Facts:
- Regular price: ¥12,320
- Now ¥8,780
- Keeps warm for 12 hours
- Maximum cooking capacity: 0.9ℓ

## [WILD BUNCH FEST. 2026] BMX and FMX hit the モンスターエナジー booth! World-class performances will send the music festival into a frenzy! Comments also arrive from Monster athletes!

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000380.000006649.html
- anchor: #n2305144
- Companies mentioned: モンスターエナジー、モンスターエナジージャパン合同会社、WILD BUNCH FEST. 2026

Facts:
- 81 artist acts
- All 3 days

## ★第２弾コンテンツ発表★FMヨコハマ×ダイナシティのコラボイベント「DYNA-FESTA～みんなでつくる、1年に1度のワクワク記念日～」

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000485.000034658.html
- anchor: #n2305143
- Companies mentioned: FMヨコハマ、横浜エフエム放送、ダイナシティ、コアラモード．、ザブングル、爆風スランプ

Facts:
- 3 days
- 26th anniversary
- 84.7MHz
- 2025

## Stray Kids' Han returns in the October issue of NYLON JAPAN wearing NARS's “Insatiable Liquid Blush” and other highly anticipated new products!

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000487.000022808.html
- anchor: #n2305142
- Companies mentioned: Stray Kids、NARS、NYLON JAPAN、JYP Entertainment、カエルム株式会社、MUFG

Facts:
- List price: 1,650 yen (tax included)
- Tax-included price: ¥5,390 (base price ¥4,900)
- Nationwide release on Wednesday, September 11, 2026
- On sale August 28, 2026 (Friday)

## The second Simauma series! A revolution in packing for travel! Easily compress and store clothes just by closing it♪ [New Makuake project]

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000490.000075529.html
- anchor: #n2305141
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニーズ、株式会社サンファミリー、Makuake、Simauma

Facts:
- 2026年8月28日(金)〜9月14日(月)の期間限定で
- ● Target amount: 100,000 yen
- S size: width 30 × height 20cm
- S size: width 30 × height 20cm (gusset width / 12cm)
- M size: width 32 × height 26cm
- M size: width 32 × height 26cm (gusset width / 12cm)
- L size: width 40 × height 30cm
- L size: width 40 × height 30cm (gusset width / 14cm)
- S size: 115g

## Osamu Tezuka's masterpiece becomes a fragrance! Perfumes inspired by Princess Knight and Black Jack are here!

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000549.000045988.html
- anchor: #n2305140
- Companies mentioned: FAIRYTAIL株式会社、手塚プロダクション、Tezuka Productions

Facts:
- Capacity: 50ml
- Volume: 75ml
- Sale price: ¥5,500 (tax included)

## Esports team REJECT's Pokémon UNITE division to compete in ポケモンワールドチャンピオンシップス2026

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000627.000050979.html
- anchor: #n2305139
- Companies mentioned: REJECT、Pokémon UNITE、ポケモンワールドチャンピオンシップス2026、Pokémon UNITE Asia Champions League 2026、Pokémon Japan Championships 2026、Pokémon Champions、ポケモンカードゲーム、ポケモン GO、ポケモンユナイト、Esports World Cup

Facts:
- 2026年8月28日（金）から30日（日）
- A total of 30 teams that qualified through tournaments in regions around the world will compete.

## New accessories featuring cute red panda and currant motifs are here.

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000629.000040747.html
- anchor: #n2305138
- Companies mentioned: ANNA SUI、株式会社ヴァンドームヤマダ、東武百貨店、小田急百貨店

Facts:
- Necklace ¥29,700
- Earrings (clip-on earrings) ¥24,200
- Ring ¥20,900
- Necklace ¥22,000
- Earrings (clip-on earrings) ¥19,800

## Enjoy delightful voices for your ears with ASMR! 2 works from WHITE ALBUM2 featuring Setsuna Ogiso (CV: Madoka Yonezawa) and Kazusa Touma (CV: Hitomi Nabatame) release on Sunday, August 30, 2026.

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000807.000051825.html
- anchor: #n2305137
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社HIKE、アクアプラス、DLsite

Facts:
- Price: ¥1,870 (tax included)

## The popular stage show returns! The contents of the stage production “Non-Rem Window” vol.2 are announced, along with a comment from バカリズム.

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000934.000041063.html
- anchor: #n2305136
- Companies mentioned: バカリズム、金沢知樹、竹村武司、内田秀実、矢本悠馬、加藤史帆、賀屋壮也、吉住、池田鉄洋、日本テレビ、サンライズプロモーション、サンシャイン劇場

Facts:
- [Ticket price] ¥9,000 (reserved seating throughout, tax included)

## Artists performing at music LIVE announced for urban culture festival “TOSHIMA STREET FES 2026”!

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001000.000060459.html
- anchor: #n2305135
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社リアルアキバ・コミュニケーションズ、株式会社MoveX、株式会社FNMD、ISARIBI株式会社、株式会社Xcountry

Facts:
- 3 days
- 4 acts
- 33.5 million views
- 500 million views
- Sept. 20, 2026

## The second installment of LIMI feu's 2026-27 Fall/Winter collection launches Friday, September 4.

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001102.000034350.html
- anchor: #n2305134
- Companies mentioned: LIMI feu、株式会社ヨウジヤマモト、ワイズアトリエ、伊勢丹、三越、そごう、ジェイアール京都伊勢丹、タカシマヤ、大丸、WILDSIDE YOHJI YAMAMOTO OSAKA、Yohji Yamamoto Y’s、THE SHOP YOHJI YAMAMOTO LIMI feu

Facts:
- JACKET ¥171,600 (tax included)
- KNIT ¥77,000 (tax included)
- PANTS ¥121,000 (tax included)
- ACCESSORIES ¥9,900 (tax included)
- SHOES ¥121,000 (tax included)
- JACKET ¥184,800 (tax included) (on sale in early October)
- SKIRT ¥169,400 (tax included) (on sale in early October)
- TOPS ¥57,200 (tax included)
- SKIRT ¥215,600 (tax included)
- SOCKS ¥19,800 (tax included) (on sale in early October)
- STOLE ¥39,600 (tax included)

## Gentosha’s largest-ever e-book sale, “Denpon Fest,” is here! More than 5,200 books up to 50% off

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001174.000007254.html
- anchor: #n2305133
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社幻冬舎、紀伊國屋書店kinoppy、GooglePlayブックス、COCORO BOOKS、コミックシーモア、週プレ グラジャパ！、DMM.com、dブック、BOOK☆WALKER、ブックパス、BookLive、honto、U-NEXT、LINEマンガ、楽天Kobo、ReaderStore

Facts:
- More than 5,200 books
- Up to 50% off

## “Nana Mizuki” × GiGO campaign announcement

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001189.000034930.html
- anchor: #n2305132
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社GENDA GiGO Entertainment、King Record Co.,Ltd.

Facts:
- Starting Friday, September 11, 2026
- Sunday, Oct. 18
- 600 yen (tax included)

## 【FILA】CIAOPANIC TYPY exclusive collection

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001194.000011430.html
- anchor: #n2305131
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パル、CIAOPANIC TYPY、FILA

Facts:
- Lace-panel brushed-back fleece crewneck sweatshirt ¥7,480
- Brushed-back fleece fur-hood zip-up hoodie ¥9,900
- Lace-panel brushed-back fleece off-the-shoulder sweatshirt ¥8,800
- Lace-panel brushed-back fleece curved-leg sweatpants ¥8,800
- Polka-dot velour track jacket ¥10,780
- Polka-dot velour pants ¥9,900
- Reversible fur jacket ¥16,500
- Reversible padded jacket ¥16,500

## ダイナシティ（小田原）ＦＭヨコハマとコラボイベント「DYNA-FESTA～みんなでつくる、１年に１度のワクワク記念日～」★第2弾コンテンツを発表★

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001623.000003270.html
- anchor: #n2305130
- Companies mentioned: ダイナシティ、FMヨコハマ、コアラモード．、KAWAII LAB. MATES、ザブングル、ハングリータイガー、湘南魚類、ダイドーフォワード、ダイドーリミテッド

Facts:
- Entering its 26th year of operation
- 3 days
- More than 200 stores
- Floor area: 73,850 m2
- Capital: 100 million yen

## “Let’s Make World Cuisine Together!”—Local elementary school students and international students connect through making Nepalese food

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002176.000032951.html
- anchor: #n2305129
- Companies mentioned: NSGグループ、国際ビジネス公務員大学校、国際総合学園

Facts:
- Wednesday, July 29, 2026

## Smartphone game “Browser Sangokushi Ten”: New commander [Seaside Attire] Zhou Ji joins the game!

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002317.000016719.html
- anchor: #n2305128
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マーベラス、Amazon

Facts:
- A total of 200 people will win ¥500 Amazon gift cards
- 4,000 bonus gems

## AT-X’s “Maji Love TV with 野口衣織” to hold a public recording on Tuesday, Nov. 3 (national holiday)!

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002349.000002734.html
- anchor: #n2305127
- Companies mentioned: AT-X、テレビ東京、ブラッククローバー製作委員会、集英社、マヂカルラブリー、野口衣織、三拍子、破壊ありがとう、カラタチ、オダウエダ

Facts:
- Tickets: ¥8,000 (tax included) plus fees
- Nov. 3, 2026 (Tue., holiday)

## Is it really safe to hear that story? The most dangerous guests in the history of Hontare, Akihiro Nishino and Kosuke Minowa, join “Hontare LIVE”! YouTube presale for venue tickets begins!

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002780.000020945.html
- anchor: #n2305126
- Companies mentioned: テレビ大阪、キングコング、幻冬舎

Facts:
- YouTube channel subscribers: 409,000 as of Thursday, Aug. 27
- Saturday, October 10, 2026
- ■ Fee: ¥5,000 (tax included)

## Celebrating the advance release of 6th ALBUM “AMENITY”! Snow Man feature listening party to be held in the AWA Lounge

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003638.000022425.html
- anchor: #n2305125
- Companies mentioned: AWA株式会社、Snow Man、株式会社サイバーエージェント、エイベックス・エンタテインメント株式会社

Facts:
- Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026, 21:00–22:00
- Over the course of 1 hour
- 200 million songs available for streaming
- Approximately 17 million playlists created by celebrities and users
- 980 yen per month (tax included)
- 1,080 yen (tax included)
- 480 yen per month (tax included)
- 270 yen per month (tax included)
- May 27, 2015

## “Cho RIZIN.5: The Super Comeback Festival in Naniwa”—Ren Hiramoto opens up about the 774 days he was out of the spotlight! Rare conversation with former K-1 senior Takeru comes to fruition. Hiramoto says, “There was a time when I didn’t even want people to see my face,” reflecting on how he was consumed by his provocative persona and where he is now

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003877.000064643.html
- anchor: #n2305124
- Companies mentioned: ABEMA、RIZIN、K-1、京セラドーム大阪、ANGEL CHAMPAGNE、PFL

Facts:
- To be held at 京セラドーム大阪 on Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026
- “RIZIN.53,” held on May 10
- His first MMA comeback fight in about 2 years
- Browser: 6,500 yen (tax included)
- App: 7,200 yen (tax included)
- Browser: 7,000 yen (tax included)
- App: 7,700 yen (tax included)

## 5 couples get together in the finale of “Shuffle Island Season7”! Studio is moved to tears as Aoyama Gakuin finalist Mr. “never had a girlfriend—his entire life” makes his confession! Minami Minegishi, Fuku Suzuki and others offer praise

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003879.000064643.html
- anchor: #n2305123
- Companies mentioned: ABEMA、AbemaTV,Inc.、WANIMA、ニューヨーク、PRODUCE 101 JAPAN THE GIRLS

Facts:
- 5 couples get together
- 1,180 yen per month
- 680 yen per month

## From Korea! First collaboration with the hugely popular Asian brand “MOLCHEESE”! The “MOLCHEESE Epos Card,” which also supports guide dog training, makes its debut!

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004187.000003860.html
- anchor: #n2305122
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エポスカード、株式会社U-GENIE、公益財団法人アイメイト協会、丸井グループ、Moonlab Studio、カカオトーク、モンテローザ、ノジマ、KEYUCA

Facts:
- Total social media followers surpass 160,000
- Approximately 10,000 discount facilities nationwide
- More than ¥100,000 in cumulative purchases
- Purchase amount of ¥3,300

## 【10/20（火）開講・定員15名・無料】未経験者歓迎！人の役に立つ"キャリアのプロ"へ！ ハロートレーニング「キャリアカウンセラー養成科（eラーニングA）B-30」受講生募集開始！

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005052.000003670.html
- anchor: #n2305121
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クリーク・アンド・リバー社、ハロートレーニング

Facts:
- 4-month training course
- Application period: Friday, Aug. 28, 2026
- Course starts Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026
- – Friday, Feb. 19, 2027
- Veteran instructors with experience interviewing more than 15,000 people
- Approximately 20 hours per week
- 321 hours of training

## “Crave Saga: The Guide of Divine Bonds” launches scenario event “Phantom Light, Brilliant Blossoms, Returning Crystals”! Event-linked gacha featuring 2 new characters and limited-time packs also arrive!

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006459.000032953.html
- anchor: #n2305120
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社EXNOA、DMM GAMES

Facts:
- Game launch date: Thursday, February 16, 2023

## 【Hetalia’s 20th anniversary】New episodes of the anime “Hetalia World★Stars” begin streaming tomorrow, Saturday, Aug. 29! Previously unreleased episodes will also be revealed!

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008852.000016756.html
- anchor: #n2305119
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フロンティアワークス、アニメイトグループ、集英社、日丸屋秀和、dアニメストア、U-NEXT、DMM TV、アニメタイムズ、アニメ放題、バンダイチャンネル、ビデオマーケット、music.jp、カンテレドーガ、ニコニコチャンネル、FOD

Facts:
- Hetalia’s 20th anniversary
- 4 new episodes
- 3 previously unreleased episodes
- Aug. 29, 2026
- Released in 2021

## A look inside her home! Ami Suzuki’s new book, “Your Body Moves Without You Even Thinking! Ami Suzuki’s Amazing Routine: Just Do the Same Things Every Day,” set for release on Oct. 22

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008854.000001719.html
- anchor: #n2305118
- Companies mentioned: 講談社

Facts:
- ■ Price: ¥1,650 (tax included)
- Her book on scientifically backed “habits” became a bestseller with more than 700,000 copies sold

## Digest video for the Blu-ray package of “Ensemble Stars! THE STAGE” -Our First Fight- released!

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008865.000016756.html
- anchor: #n2305117
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フロンティアワークス、あんステ製作委員会、アニメイト通販、ネルケオンラインショップ、HMV、HMV&BOOKS online、タワーレコード、Amazon.co.jp

Facts:
- Official online store limited edition: 11,990 yen (tax included)
- Standard edition: 10,890 yen (tax included)
- Scheduled for release on October 28, 2026 (Wednesday)
- Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026, 12:00–
- Through 23:59 on Monday, August 31, 2026

## An unparalleled experience of love and music. “LOVE SUPREME JAZZ FESTIVAL JAPAN 2026” returns after 3 years. The 1st lineup features DE LA SOUL and STUTS performing with their bands.

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008903.000001355.html
- anchor: #n2305116
- Companies mentioned: De La Soul、STUTS、DREAMS COME TRUE、Robert Glasper、SOIL&"PIMP"SESSIONS、SKY-HI、.ENDRECHERI.、George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic、Dinner Party、Kamasi Washington、Terrace Martin、上原ひろみ、John Coltrane、LOVE SUPREME JAZZ FESTIVAL、LOVE SUPREME JAZZ FESTIVAL JAPAN 2026、キョードー東京、株式会社WOWOW

Facts:
- Set for November 2026
- Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026, doors/opening performance at 14:00
- Standing: ¥18,000 (tax included)
- Reserved seating: ¥25,000 (tax included)

## To mark the 35th anniversary of its theatrical release, “ターミネーター２ シネマコンサート,” brought back to life with live music, finally makes its Japan debut!

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008911.000001355.html
- anchor: #n2305115
- Companies mentioned: ターミネーター２、ジェームズ・キャメロン、アーノルド・シュワルツェネッガー、ブラッド・フィーデル、STUDIOCANAL、CANAL+、Avex Classics International、玄田哲章、スカイネット、キョードー東京、WOWOW、朝日新聞社、松竹音楽出版、TBSラジオ、Filmarks、Pete Billington、WOWOWシネマバンド

Facts:
- 35th anniversary of its theatrical release
- Released in 1991
- 8 of today’s top musicians
- Runtime: approximately 2 hours 17 minutes
- S seats: 9,900 yen
- Judgment Day advance special price: ¥9,500
- A seats: 8,800 yen
- B seats: ¥5,500

## Synopsis and preview images released for episode 9 of the TV anime “BLACK TORCH,” airing Saturday, Aug. 29 at 22:00!

- Published: 2026-08-28T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009708.000014827.html
- anchor: #n2305114
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ブシロードムーブ、TOKYO MX、サンテレビ、テレビ愛知、RKB毎日放送、北海道テレビ放送、BS11、ABEMA、dアニメストア、U-NEXT、アニメタイムズ、DMM TV、FOD、Hulu、J:COM STREAM 見放題、milplus見放題パックプライム、Prime Video、TELASA、アニメ放題、ディズニープラス スター、バンダイチャンネル、Netflix、HAPPY!動画、J:COM STREAM、milplus、music.jp、YouTube、ニコニコチャンネル、ビデオマーケット、ムービーフルPlus、集英社、100studio、SiM、I Don't Like Mondays.

Facts:
- Synopsis and preview images released for episode 9 of the TV anime “BLACK TORCH,” airing Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026 at 22:00
- Currently airing on TOKYO MX and other channels from Saturday, July 4, 2026!
- All episodes begin streaming at once on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026

## A new icon, “Glow Fixation SPF40,” arrives Sept. 18 from ジェーン・アイルデール, the “skincare makeup” brand.

- Published: 2026-08-28T17:57:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000012415.html
- anchor: #n2305025
- Companies mentioned: ジェーン・アイルデール、有限会社エム・アール・アイ、MRi

Facts:
- 93% of people said their “skin looks naturally radiant”
- 90% of people said their “skin looks dewy and youthful”
- 93% of people said their skin “looks healthy and feels hydrated.”
- SPF40: Blocks 97.5% of UVB rays, providing high sun protection.
- Contains 22.75% zinc oxide:

## Showdown amid dramatic weather changes: “Mainichi Shimbun Publishing Cup: 20th Elementary School Girls’ and 18th Junior High School Girls’ Shogi Meijin Championship National Tournament” held

- Published: 2026-08-28T17:53:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000155.000016440.html
- anchor: #n2305026
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マイナビ出版、公益社団法人日本女子プロ将棋協会、公益財団法人山口育英奨学会、東京都教育委員会、共同通信社、株式会社スタジオアリス、浄土宗無量山傳通院

Facts:
- 20th Elementary School Girls’ Shogi Meijin Championship
- 18th Junior High School Girls’ Shogi Meijin Championship
- 24 players gather at historic Denzu-in

## NARS’s new Noir creates a gaze no one can imitate. The “NARS Notorious Mascara” has arrived, giving each lash stunning dimension and drawing everyone’s attention. Reservations open today.

- Published: 2026-08-28T17:50:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000488.000022808.html
- anchor: #n2305027
- Companies mentioned: NARS、資生堂ジャパン株式会社

Facts:
- Net weight: 8g
- Price including tax: ¥4,510
- Net weight: 3.5 g
- Price including tax: ¥2,420

## 【First in the industry! Free shipping & acrylic goods for all prizes】Online lottery “バニークラブ” announces collaboration project! Project announced featuring game IP “まいてつ,” fan artist Chomikplus, fan voice actor 小鳩ひよ菜, and VTuber サーヤ

- Published: 2026-08-28T17:48:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000012.000161314.html
- anchor: #n2305028
- Companies mentioned: 01mirai、072incプロジェクト、BunnyClub、まいてつLast Run!!、Chomikplus、小鳩ひよ菜、サーヤ、金羊アリエ、Hoshi-pro、バニクラ

Facts:
- A generous 19 varieties, especially for Prize C!
- The SS Prize is an “acrylic plate with a handwritten autograph from the voice actor (200mm tall)”!
- Women aged 20 and over
- For those aged 18 to under 20, plans are to focus on ASMR activities
- Reached a peak concurrent viewership of 830 on Twitch

## ピットイン香川 featured on ジョブアピ—reviews from customers and employees, plus recruitment information, for a locally rooted used-car dealership with more than 40 years of history

- Published: 2026-08-28T17:46:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000029436.html
- anchor: #n2305029
- Companies mentioned: ピットイン香川、ジョブアピ、株式会社アクシアカンパニー

Facts:
- Established in 1983
- Started operating as the current “ピットイン香川” in January 2005
- Viewed by approximately 50,000 new users each month

## Norway’s king dies; King Charles III mourns “dear cousin”

- Published: 2026-08-28T20:44:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608280298.aspx
- anchor: #n2305662
- Companies mentioned: 挪威國王哈拉德五世、英國國王查爾斯三世、英王愛德華七世、王儲哈康

Facts:
- For 35 years, King Harald served his people with unwavering dedication
- The 53-year-old 王儲哈康

## Norway’s King Harald dies; European royals and leaders pay tribute

- Published: 2026-08-28T20:43:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608280297.aspx
- anchor: #n2305661
- Companies mentioned: 挪威王室、英國國王查爾斯三世、瑞典國王卡爾十六世．古斯塔夫、丹麥國王佛瑞德里克十世、荷蘭王室、比利時國王菲力普、西班牙王室、北大西洋公約組織、歐盟執行委員會主席范德賴恩

Norway’s King Harald V died on Aug. 28, aged 89. European royal families and leading political figures issued tributes, honoring his dedication to serving his country and his leadership.

Facts:
- Aged 89

## International review of anti-corruption convention country reports recognizes 41 of Taiwan’s best practices

- Published: 2026-08-28T20:38:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608280296.aspx
- anchor: #n2305652
- Companies mentioned: 聯合國反貪腐公約、行政院、林明昕、José Ugaz、Gillian Dell、Duncan Hames、Julie Haggie、Peter Ritchie

Facts:
- Recognizes 41 best practices in Taiwan
- Also offers 78 recommendations on challenges

## Kaohsiung delivery worker suspected of putting feet inside a box; 外送平台 investigating

- Published: 2026-08-28T20:34:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608280295.aspx
- anchor: #n2305650
- Companies mentioned: 高雄市衛生局、外送平台

Facts:
- May face a fine of at least 60,000
- Fines of up to NT$200 million

## 輝達 earnings drive up shares; Jensen Huang becomes world’s 6th-richest person, overtaking Mark Zuckerberg

- Published: 2026-08-28T20:34:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608280294.aspx
- anchor: #n2305651
- Companies mentioned: 輝達、臉書、Meta、甲骨文、Forbes、FactSet、雷蒙詹姆斯、伯恩斯坦、摩根大通

Facts:
- Revenue of $96.2 billion last quarter
- Earnings per share (EPS) of $2.22
- The $92.2 billion estimated by analysts, according to FactSet
- $2.09
- Shares jump 8.7% in response
- Closed at $227.98
- Record high of $236
- Net worth increases by $15.6 billion
- To $196.8 billion
- Mark Zuckerberg’s $196.2 billion
- 甲骨文’s Larry Ellison, with $194.9 billion
- Revenue is expected to grow 70%
- Price target raised sharply from $352 to $515
- To $515
- Raised from $315 to

## Zhongjie’s core operations rebound in Q2; earnings per share at 0.3 yuan

- Published: 2026-08-28T20:28:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608280293.aspx
- anchor: #n2305647
- Companies mentioned: 中傑投資控股、New Balance、安踏、FILA、迪桑特、李寧

Zhongjie Holdings posted increases in both revenue and gross profit in Q2, with earnings per share of 0.3 yuan. The company is actively expanding in Indonesia, India and Vietnam to boost the flexibility of its global production capacity.

Facts:
- Q2 operating profit of NT$151 million
- Net profit attributable to the parent company was NT$47 million
- Earnings per share of 0.3 yuan
- Q2 consolidated revenue of NT$5.66 billion
- Up 8.4% year on year
- Q2 gross margin reached 12.8%
- Up 4.7% year on year
- Operating margin of 2.7%

## Teachers from low-performing classes in Sichuan’s Liangshan pose with “shame”; authorities launch investigation

- Published: 2026-08-28T20:28:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608280292.aspx
- anchor: #n2305648
- Companies mentioned: 雷波縣、涼山州教育局、雷波縣教育局、雷波縣委、雷波縣政府、中國教育部、央視

Facts:
- 雷波縣2025-2026學年初中期末考試平均成績15分以下教師合影
- 雷波縣2025-2026學年小學期末考試平均成績30分以下教師合影
- The “20-item negative list” issued by the 中國教育部 in March 2025

## High soil moisture causes Kaohsiung retaining wall to collapse despite no rain; 7 households and 24 people evacuated

- Published: 2026-08-28T20:26:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608280291.aspx
- anchor: #n2305649
- Companies mentioned: 高雄市府

## Aiboluo to move to the minors as planned; Taoyuan to start Qiu Junwei during next week’s 5-game stretch

- Published: 2026-08-28T20:21:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608280290.aspx
- anchor: #n2305643
- Companies mentioned: 樂天桃猿隊、中信兄弟

Rakuten Monkeys foreign pitcher Aiboluo will move to the minors as planned. Manager Tseng Hao-chu has mapped out the team’s rotation for next week’s 5-game stretch and is expected to start local pitcher Qiu Junwei.

## Former Hubei Party chief Jiang Chaoliang took 3.5 billion yuan in bribes; sentenced to death with reprieve in first-instance ruling

- Published: 2026-08-28T20:18:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608280289.aspx
- anchor: #n2305644

Jiang Chaoliang, former Hubei provincial party chief, was sentenced to death in a first-instance ruling for taking 746 million yuan in bribes, with a 2-year reprieve. Although his actions caused serious losses to the state, his confession and meritorious conduct spared him immediate execution.

## Referendums on corporal punishment and traffic fines rejected; KMT caucus condemns Central Election Commission

- Published: 2026-08-28T20:15:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608280288.aspx
- anchor: #n2305637
- Companies mentioned: 中國國民黨、中央選舉委員會、民主進步黨

Facts:
- Referendum on corporal punishment signed by 52 lawmakers

## Guo Tianxin’s 6th consecutive 100-hit season sets a team record; he says he dares not think about the CPBL’s 13-season streak

- Published: 2026-08-28T20:15:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608280287.aspx
- anchor: #n2305638
- Companies mentioned: 中華職棒、味全龍隊、統一7-ELEVEn獅隊、中央社

Facts:
- Season total reaches 101 hits
- Career total also reaches 706 hits
- 100 hits in each of 5 consecutive seasons since his rookie year

## Middle-aged and older workers projected to make up more than half the workforce in 2037; industry calls for expanded efforts to retain overseas talent in Taiwan

- Published: 2026-08-28T20:14:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608280286.aspx
- anchor: #n2305639
- Companies mentioned: 全國商業總會、全國工業總會

Facts:
- Total population projected to fall 48% from 2026
- Total population projected to fall 48% from 2026, to just 12.15 million
- Labor shortages top the list, at 76.6%

## Youth participatory culture forum puts cultural budget in the spotlight

- Published: 2026-08-28T20:11:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202608280285.aspx
- anchor: #n2305640
- Companies mentioned: 文化部

Facts:
- Teams of young people aged 12 to 18 invited to participate
- I have 4 grandchildren
- 2026 National Cultural Conference: “Future Tense”
- 全國文化會議每4年舉辦1次

## Thailand issues new rules to speed up deportation of foreign nationals who break the law; “zero tolerance” for misbehaving tourists

- Published: 2026-08-28T20:09:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608280284.aspx
- anchor: #n2305641
- Companies mentioned: 民族報、曼谷郵報、義大利駐泰大使館、BTS

Facts:
- Offenders who may face prison terms of 5 years or more

## 華碩 AIoT business group rebrands as it transforms, focusing on physical AI

- Published: 2026-08-28T20:09:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608280283.aspx
- anchor: #n2305642
- Companies mentioned: 華碩

Facts:
- The physical AI market is projected to reach $1.1 trillion by 2035
- About NT$34.8 trillion

## 味全龍公布新秀簽約結果 榜眼廖永詮簽約金570萬元

- Published: 2026-08-28T20:07:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608280282.aspx
- anchor: #n2305626
- Companies mentioned: 味全龍、南華大學、北科附工、嘉義大學、高苑工商、善化高中、列特博生技、台灣體大、金門農工、全越運動、台南市成棒隊

Facts:
- Signing bonus of NT$5.7 million
- Incentive bonus of up to NT$1.4 million
- The parties signed a contract worth up to NT$7.1 million
- Signing bonus of NT$4.6 million
- Incentive bonus of up to NT$700,000
- Signing bonus of NT$3.5 million
- Incentive bonus of up to NT$600,000
- Signing bonus of NT$2.8 million
- Incentive bonus of up to NT$450,000
- Signing bonus of NT$2.15 million
- Incentive bonus of up to NT$550,000
- Signing bonus of NT$1.65 million
- Incentive bonus of up to NT$650,000
- Signing bonus of NT$900,000
- Incentive bonus of up to NT$500,000
- Total signing value of NT$400,000

## Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli removed from posts as vice chairmen and members of China’s Central Military Commission

- Published: 2026-08-28T20:06:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608280281.aspx
- anchor: #n2305627
- Companies mentioned: 中国共产党中央军事委员会、中华人民共和国中央军事委员会、新华社、中央社

Facts:
- 24th meeting of the Standing Committee of the 14th National People’s Congress

## New French representative: Taiwan’s story deserves to be cherished; benefits of cooperation extend beyond semiconductors

- Published: 2026-08-28T20:02:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608280280.aspx
- anchor: #n2305625
- Companies mentioned: 法國在台協會、歐洲經貿辦事處

Facts:
- Taiwan now has a higher per capita GDP than South Korea, Spain and Japan, and has also become a global leader in the semiconductor and electronics industries
- France’s electricity generation is almost completely carbon-free, thanks to 67% nuclear power
- France’s electricity generation is almost completely carbon-free, thanks to ...9% wind power
- France’s electricity generation is almost completely carbon-free, thanks to ...5% solar power
- France’s electricity generation is almost completely carbon-free, thanks to ...14% hydropower
- 14 French companies and research institutions came to Taiwan this year
- Among them, 10 will be based in the French Pavilion

## 總統府 rejects claims of abandonment, says core issue is the legislature's deletion of the special state affairs fund

- Published: 2026-08-28T19:57:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608280279.aspx
- anchor: #n2305563
- Companies mentioned: 總統府、台中市政府、中國國民黨、翁曉玲、盧秀燕

Facts:
- Children at sheltered workshops waited in vain for 1 year

## Government continues to roll out new measures to address demographic challenges; scholar says AI adoption must account for changes in industry hiring needs

- Published: 2026-08-28T19:56:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608280278.aspx
- anchor: #n2305564
- Companies mentioned: 國發會、中央大學、政委陳時中、國發會主委葉俊顯

Facts:
- Working-age population set to shrink by 10.62 million
- A 67% decline
- More than half of the working-age population will be made up of people aged 45 to 64
- A total of 18 measures

## 曾家輝 changes his mind and pitches well for 7 innings; goes head-to-head with 伍立辰, saying, “If he wasn't coming out, I didn't want to come out either”

- Published: 2026-08-28T19:55:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608280277.aspx
- anchor: #n2305495
- Companies mentioned: 樂天桃猿隊、中信兄弟

Facts:
- Pitched a quality start, allowing no runs over 7 innings
- 2024 U-23 Baseball World Cup
- Pitched only 3 innings

## Finance ministry: Plan to end small-amount penalty exemption for e-cigarettes smuggled in at a value below NT$5,000

- Published: 2026-08-28T19:55:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608280276.aspx
- anchor: #n2305496

Facts:
- No fines for smuggling tobacco-like products or their components valued below NT$5,000
- Customs seized 598 e-cigarette cases from January through June this year
- Including more than 2,000 e-cigarette devices
- Nearly 7,000 bottles of e-cigarette liquid
- More than 340,000 e-cigarette-related components

## Taiwan Space Agency's 6U cubesat 旺來 wins AIAA annual mission award after validating technological breakthroughs

- Published: 2026-08-28T19:51:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ait/202608280275.aspx
- anchor: #n2305497
- Companies mentioned: 國家太空中心、TASA、日本東京大學、ISSL實驗室、ArkEdge Space、Space BD、AIAA、美國航空暨太空學會、小型衛星技術委員會

Facts:
- The 旺來 satellite measures 6U (30×20×10 centimeters)
- Successfully acquired Earth observation images with a ground resolution of 2.44 meters
- Carried out more than 100 imaging missions

## Nepal: Death toll from floods along Tibet border rises to 538

- Published: 2026-08-28T19:47:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608280274.aspx
- anchor: #n2305498
- Companies mentioned: 尼泊爾災害管理機構、中國官媒、中國中央電視台

Facts:
- At least 538 people were killed
- The death toll rose from 3 to 5
- Another 558 people remain missing

## 歐盟對中國貿易防衛措施 德國10月將提出明確立場

- Published: 2026-08-28T19:46:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608280273.aspx
- anchor: #n2305499
- Companies mentioned: 歐盟、德國、德國汽車工業協會、產經媒體商報、社民黨、基民黨、德國經濟部

Facts:
- Also pledged to present a “clear 德國 position” in October

## 盛新材料 to showcase silicon carbide development results at international semiconductor expo

- Published: 2026-08-28T19:45:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608280272.aspx
- anchor: #n2305492
- Companies mentioned: 盛新材料、廣運集團

Facts:
- 12-inch silicon carbide (SiC) crystal ball
- The market for ultra-high-voltage power devices, including silicon carbide insulated-gate bipolar transistors (IGBTs) rated at 6.5kV to above 10kV

## Tasting award-winning Christmas bread, President Lai says he hopes to introduce Taiwanese flavors in a language the world understands

- Published: 2026-08-28T19:45:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608280271.aspx
- anchor: #n2305493
- Companies mentioned: Chef Lai、Panettone World Championship、某某甜點、邰智源

Facts:
- Took home 5 major awards in one fell swoop

## U.S. media say they may have run into “English teachers” during Han Kuang exercises, noting U.S. military assistance to Taiwan is becoming harder to keep low-profile

- Published: 2026-08-28T19:43:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608280270.aspx
- anchor: #n2305494
- Companies mentioned: Business Insider、美國國務院、台灣國防部、美軍太平洋司令部、五角大廈、國防安全研究院、北大西洋公約組織

Facts:
- Taiwanese media estimate that more than 100 foreign nationals, including “English teachers,” were present at this year's Han Kuang exercises

## Dengue outbreak among Philippine summer study tour group; 4 of 100 participants from 17 counties and cities test positive

- Published: 2026-08-28T19:43:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608280269.aspx
- anchor: #n2305490
- Companies mentioned: 菲律賓、疾管署、彰化縣衛生局、衛生福利部、宿霧

Facts:
- About 100 students in the same group
- So far, 4 have tested positive on rapid tests
- Spread across 17 counties and cities
- 18 students and parents from Changhua County took part

## Heavy rain advisory for Kaohsiung and Pingtung; Chiayi County, Tainan and Matsu should watch for heavy rain

- Published: 2026-08-28T19:41:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608280268.aspx
- anchor: #n2305491
- Companies mentioned: 交通部中央氣象署

Facts:
- Localized heavy rain or downpours are expected in mountainous areas of Pingtung County and Kaohsiung today
- Localized heavy rain is possible in southern Taiwan, Matsu and the mountainous areas of Chiayi

## 挪威「人民的國王」哈拉德五世駕崩 作風親民曾3度為國征戰奧運

- Published: 2026-08-28T19:38:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608280267.aspx
- anchor: #n2305483
- Companies mentioned: 挪威、奧斯陸大學醫院、挪威TV2、挪威世道報、瑞典快報、丹麥女王瑪格麗特二世、瑞典國王卡爾十六世．古斯塔夫

Facts:
- Aged 89
- 曾3次代表挪威參加奧運帆船比賽
- The trip takes as long as 7 hours

## 蕭敬騰 is open to acting and wants to take on a role that audiences won't recognize him in

- Published: 2026-08-28T19:38:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202608280266.aspx
- anchor: #n2305484
- Companies mentioned: 蕭敬騰、喜鵲娛樂、拍手、阿尼瑪

Facts:
- NT$100,000 in prize money

## 楊貴媚 named ambassador for 世界民族影展, hopes to support everyone who tells stories

- Published: 2026-08-28T19:36:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202608280265.aspx
- anchor: #n2305481
- Companies mentioned: 世界民族影展、金馬獎、加拿大、瑞典、馬來西亞、日本、泰國、中央社

Facts:
- 2026 World Ethnic Film Festival
- The “World Ethnic Panorama” section brings together 9 works
- A total of 22 films will be screened
- 60 free screenings
- Director Yeh Tien-lun will also attend on the 5th
- September 11 to 20

## 華星光: Revenue set to leap next year, with visibility through the end of 2028

- Published: 2026-08-28T19:33:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608280264.aspx
- anchor: #n2305482
- Companies mentioned: 華星光、LightCounting

Facts:
- The 2031 forecast was raised from US$52 billion to US$80 billion
- 華星光 reported revenue of NT$2.483 billion in the first half
- Up 15.2% year over year
- After-tax net profit of NT$414 million
- Up 34.4% year over year
- After-tax earnings per share of NT$2.91
- Capital expenditure in 2027 is conservatively estimated to exceed NT$3 billion

## Sluggish housing market weighs on rebar demand; 豐興 says prices have bottomed, with September peak season in focus

- Published: 2026-08-28T19:26:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608280262.aspx
- anchor: #n2305439
- Companies mentioned: 豐興

Facts:
- Domestic rebar consumption fell 14.2% year over year in the first half of this year
- 豐興 reported first-half revenue of NT$13.992 billion
- Down 11.5% year over year
- Net profit attributable to the parent company was NT$1.373 billion
- Up 20% year over year
- Earnings per share of NT$2.36
- Above NT$1.96 in the same period last year
- Building permit floor area fell 11% compared with the same period last year
- Residential floor area fell 29%
- New construction starts fell 30% year over year in the first half
- Residential construction starts fell even more, by 34%
- Rebar sales totaled about 380,000 tons in the first half
- Down 18% year over year

## Exchanges deepen as both sides bring strengths; Rakuten Monkeys' pair of foreign sluggers have something to learn from the Eagles

- Published: 2026-08-28T19:25:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608280261.aspx
- anchor: #n2305440
- Companies mentioned: 楽天モンキーズ、楽天イーグルス、楽天

The Rakuten Monkeys and the Eagles are deepening exchanges, drawing on Japanese professional baseball experience to improve foreign-player evaluation and training.

## Truck rear-ends a smaller truck on National Highway 1 in Tainan's Rende section; 2 injured and taken to hospital

- Published: 2026-08-28T19:23:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608280260.aspx
- anchor: #n2305387
- Companies mentioned: 國道公路警察局、第四公路警察大隊

Facts:
- 2 injured and taken to hospital
- 328.8公里台南仁德路段

## Foreign nationals missing after Nepal floods; Singapore donates US$100,000 for humanitarian relief

- Published: 2026-08-28T19:21:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608280259.aspx
- anchor: #n2305388
- Companies mentioned: 新加坡紅十字會、聯合早報、美聯社、尼泊爾國家減災及風險管理局、聯合國

Facts:
- The Singapore government will donate US$100,000 to a relief fund
- Including at least 9 Singapore citizens
- The Nepalese government has mobilized more than 30,000 security personnel for search and rescue efforts
- Floods triggered by heavy rain have destroyed 80 bridges

## 九合一大選併廢除非核家園公投 鞭刑、交通罰鍰2案遭否決

- Published: 2026-08-28T19:20:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608285005.aspx
- anchor: #n2305386

The Central Election Commission reviewed 3 referendum proposals. The proposal to abolish the nuclear-free homeland policy qualified and is set for a vote on November 28. The flogging and traffic-fine proposals were rejected.

Facts:
- Referendum to abolish the nuclear-free homeland policy officially qualifies
- The vote on abolishing the nuclear-free homeland policy will be held on November 28
- The referendum proposal was rejected because it did not meet the Referendum Act's requirements for initiating or overturning major policies

## 黃暐傑 has 1 more starting opportunity; 曾仁和 sidelined with shoulder impingement

- Published: 2026-08-28T19:12:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608280258.aspx
- anchor: #n2305361
- Companies mentioned: 中華職棒、味全龍隊、葉君璋、曾仁和、郭郁政、蔣銲、梅賽鍶、Cristopher Mercedes、劉俊緯

Facts:
- Expected to rest for 4 to 6 weeks

## Geopolitics and Indonesian policy prompt 華新 to raise prices on some September wire rod products

- Published: 2026-08-28T19:12:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608280257.aspx
- anchor: #n2305362
- Companies mentioned: 華新麗華

Facts:
- 304 stainless steel raised by NT$3,000 per ton
- Copper-bearing 304 raised by NT$4,000
- 316 raises prices by 5,000 yuan

## Rakuten Monkeys deepen partnership with 樂天金鷲, sending staff to Sendai for training camp exchanges

- Published: 2026-08-28T19:11:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608280256.aspx
- anchor: #n2305363
- Companies mentioned: 樂天集團、東北樂天金鷲、樂天桃猿隊、樂天桃猿、樂天金鷲

Facts:
- Up 26% from the same period last year
- Ticket revenue also rose 55%
- Up 60% from the same period last year