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An introduction to ways households across Taiwan can donate surplus food to food banks and food-sharing platforms. The aim is to reduce food waste while supporting vulnerable families.
Over the past 3 years, low-budget but high-quality “dark horse” productions have drawn attention in China’s drama market, with 10 titles, including 『花間令』 and 『九重紫』, appearing in the rankings. There is a growing emphasis on screenwriting, direction and actors’ abilities over production budgets.
Companies mentioned：騰訊視頻、優酷
AI-driven growth has sharply boosted Taiwan’s tax revenue, with economic growth reaching 11.05% in 2026. Hsieh Chin-ho proposed distributing 台積電 shares to newborns and providing public housing in the South Korean style. Taiwan’s per capita GDP is expected to surpass South Korea’s.
Companies mentioned：台積電
U.S. and Canadian military analysts simulated 9 scenarios for a Chinese military landing in Taiwan, and all failed. Attention is turning to Taiwan’s defense capabilities.
Companies mentioned：RealClearDefense
The KMT–TPP cooperation in Zhubei City has fallen apart. The Taiwan People’s Party’s 黃國昌 accused 徐欣瑩 of breaking her word, but 彭華幹 pointed out that she does not control nominations. Responsibility should be determined according to party rules, and the incident highlights the gap between party coordination mechanisms and individual accountability.
After Taiwan’s Presidential Office halted purchases of Mid-Autumn Festival gift boxes from sheltered workshops because of budget cuts, legislator 秦慧珠 proposed that the private sector take them over for 7.5 million yen and called for the procurement information to be made public. The issue has drawn attention as a matter of support for vulnerable groups and transparency.
Federal Reserve Chair Warsh stressed inflation risks in his Jackson Hole speech, hinting at possible further rate hikes and triggering market volatility. He declined to offer clear policy guidance, arguing that markets should focus on data rather than officials’ remarks.
Nantou County held a third-quarter meeting of its care service hubs on the 28th to address population aging. It is promoting the expansion of hubs and improvements in service quality in response to an aging rate of 23.29%.
The investigation into the Hsinchu City Baseball Stadium redevelopment has lasted nearly 4 years. Former mayor 林智堅 has reportedly been cleared, while only a few people received deferred prosecution. Councilor 樊啓明 posted photos of waste, questioning the project’s quality and alleged political protection. The case has fueled public anger over the use of public funds.
New Taipei mayoral candidate 蘇巧慧 appeared at a family event in Sanchong as “Mom Otter,” announced childcare support proposals for children aged 0 to 6, and put forward a “Sanchong 2.0” urban upgrade plan to strengthen support for families and the city.
The writer 『漂浪島嶼』 said that all 9 Chinese landing operations failed in U.S. war games. The writer warned that the gap in unmanned capabilities and reconnaissance will be key going forward.
陳慶齡, caucus convener of the KMT’s Hsinchu City Council, rejected reports of internal party backlash over 鄭麗文 accompanying 高虹安 to register, stressing that the central and local parties are united and will fully support 高虹安’s reelection bid and council candidates. He said this showed the KMT’s determination to unite.
New Taipei City Mayor Hou You-yi presented the 「金勤獎」 to 125 outstanding volunteer police officers. He stressed the importance of police-community cooperation in maintaining public safety and praised the results of public-private collaboration.
Experts outlined strategies for Taiwan’s improved new drugs to enter international markets. Regulatory and market strategies that leverage the U.S. 505(b)(2) pathway and Europe’s EHDS are key.
Companies mentioned：顧德諮詢有限公司、友華生技医薬
Taiwan’s biotechnology industry discussed strategies for taking improved new drugs to international markets. Leveraging 505b2 and EHDS is key.
Companies mentioned：資策會科技法律研究所、顧德諮詢有限公司、友華生技醫藥
The Jia Yi Wyndham Hotel in Linkou, New Taipei, has launched the “Classic Heritage, Artisanal Innovation” dining program, bringing together celebrity chef 陳德烈 and 3 other chefs to recreate Cantonese classics and promote cross-cultural culinary innovation, strengthening its competitiveness in the high-end market.
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The 2026 grand final of the six-municipality esports championship, marking its 10th anniversary, was held in Kaohsiung. Mayor 陳其邁 presented the awards, and 5 major esports events drew attention from across Taiwan, showcasing the industry’s vibrant growth.
Heavy rain damaged crops in Yunlin County. Legislator 張嘉郡 inspected the affected areas and urged the Ministry of Agriculture to provide disaster relief quickly. Supporting farmers and restoring damaged areas are urgent priorities.
Tunghai University and 游榮吉教育基金會 received 4 awards at the 「2026永續行動獎」. Their efforts to address social issues, including music therapy and AI education, were recognized.
Companies mentioned：台灣永續能源研究基金會、工研院、國家衛生研究院、南洋理工大学、明輝聯合學院
Miaoli County’s Ganlu pears are entering the Singapore market in time for the Mid-Autumn Festival. The effort aims to avoid price competition and open up new sales channels by differentiating on quality. It is part of Taiwan’s strategy to expand agricultural exports internationally.
The Kaohsiung City Government honored 4 outstanding household registration offices, 20 staff members and 30 volunteers, highlighting digital innovation and warm service as signs of progress in local governance and community care.
Nantou County held the “2026 Nantou Studies Conference: New Voices on Hakka in Nantou,” exploring Hakka cultural preservation and local development. Bringing together academic and industry expertise, the event aims to strengthen cultural sustainability and support youth participation and policymaking.
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Companies mentioned：MOOVO、TPASS
Starting in academic year 115, the Taichung City Government will provide free nutritious lunches to elementary and junior high school students. The first week of classes will feature a “Happy Lunch Boost” with chicken drumsticks, while the “台中有鈣讚2.0” program will upgrade to provide dairy products year-round. The initiative strengthens student nutrition support and will affect about 240,000 students, making it a matter of significant public interest.
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Fed Chair Warsh suggested at a global central bank meeting that interest rates could continue to rise unless inflation improves. This signals continued monetary tightening and could affect markets.
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Companies mentioned：中信兄弟隊、菲力士、富邦悍將隊
Federal Reserve Chair Warsh’s remarks are having a major impact on U.S. Treasury yields. Markets are reacting more to his comments than to economic data, highlighting the challenges of policy communication.
Fed Chair Warsh reiterated his commitment to fighting inflation at the Jackson Hole meeting, striking a hawkish tone without explicitly pledging rate hikes. Market expectations for a rate hike rose to half, triggering volatility in bond markets. The move restored policy credibility but added to future market uncertainty.
Companies mentioned：Dakota Wealth、Triple D Trading、Natixis、Nationwide、Brinker Capital、Angeles Investments、TD Securities、Wells Fargo Investment Institute、Moneycorp、Hyphen Wealth Management
Growing AI demand is supporting the global economy amid an energy crisis, but the excessive concentration of growth has emerged as a new risk. The IMF has also expressed concern.
Companies mentioned：IMF、Moody’s Analytics、ING
U.S. consumer confidence fell in August for the first time in 3 months, while the Chicago PMI unexpectedly contracted. Sentiment among households and businesses weakened at the same time, heightening concerns about an economic slowdown.
Companies mentioned：ミシガン大学、Bloomberg
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Companies mentioned：聯準會
A debris flow struck the Tibet-Nepal border, leaving many dead, injured or missing. China deployed a multi-domain rescue operation, including using drones to airlift firefighters. The response has drawn international attention.
Companies mentioned：中国安能、上海消防研究所
Fed Chair Warsh said at the Jackson Hole meeting that the Fed would continue to act if inflation does not clearly cool. The remarks suggest a possible rate hike in September and are affecting market expectations.
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Companies mentioned：TBSラジオ、株式会社マイナビ、チケットぴあ
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Companies mentioned：Web-Design.LINK合同会社、株式会社神社仏閣オンライン、日本政策金融公庫
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Companies mentioned：さぁーもん、ヴィレッジヴァンガード、ヴィレッジヴァンガードコーポレーション
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Companies mentioned：天草市、熊本県、OMMビル、BRDO、あまくさライフ
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