# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-29 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 3 of 3

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 222 items from 5 sources; Japan, 27 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Dubai Research Institute surveys asking rents in 10 major areas; monthly rent for a ¥50 million property ranges from ¥194,000 to ¥329,000

- Published: 2026-08-29T17:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000182800.html
- anchor: #n2328209
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ドバイ総合研究所ホールディングス、DRI Real Estate LLC、DRI Consultancy FZ-LLC

Facts:
- A ¥50 million property
- ¥194,000 per month
- ¥329,000
- ¥2.33 million annually
- ¥3.945 million
- ¥1.615 million per year
- Approximately ¥135,000
- Minimum: 4.66%
- Maximum: 7.89%
- A difference of 3.23 percentage points

## Certified NPO ASHA launches emergency crowdfunding campaign for large-scale flooding in Nepal in August 2026

- Published: 2026-08-29T17:28:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000096918.html
- anchor: #n2328161
- Companies mentioned: ASHA、GU Memorial Foundation

Facts:
- Target amount: ¥500,000
- Campaign period: August 29, 2026 (Sat.)
- Wednesday, Mar. 31, 2027

## On ABEMA’s original dating reality show “ラブキャッチャージャパン3,” beauty creator Daichi Takasuka, formerly a “hardcore sales guy”: “I quit the company where I’d worked as an employee for 5–6 years and started on social media”

- Published: 2026-08-29T17:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003887.000064643.html
- anchor: #n2328109
- Companies mentioned: ABEMA、CJ ENM、Mnet、吉本興業、モデルプレス

Facts:
- Prize money of 10 million yen
- 12 men and women
- 840,000 social media followers

## 舞台「忍たま乱太郎」出演中の松原凛が“肉体美”を披露！ 1st写真集は「僕の人生が詰まった1冊」

- Published: 2026-08-29T17:06:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003508.000006568.html
- anchor: #n2328110
- Companies mentioned: 東京ニュース通信社、Spotify、ちょいミー

Facts:
- List price: ¥3,960

## A gift to share congratulations and gratitude with the African elephants who have lived here since the park first opened and Japan’s oldest bottlenose dolphin! The “Long-Lived Animal Legends Map,” featuring 11 species and 17 longtime park residents, is also now available

- Published: 2026-08-29T17:01:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001185.000040302.html
- anchor: #n2328111
- Companies mentioned: アドベンチャーワールド、株式会社アワーズ

Facts:
- The African elephants “Jinta” and “Lila,” estimated to be 54 years old
- “Jumpy,” estimated to be 56 years old and the oldest in Japan
- The park’s 17 longtime residents across 11 species
- A feeding experience with the guests will also be held, limited to the first 20 people
- From September 3 (Thu.) to September 29 (Tue.), 2026

## The 3rd performer announcement! Members of 日向坂46 have been selected for the special fashion stage! Anna Murashige will serve as MC! Opening act performers have been announced, and the day’s schedule is finally revealed!

- Published: 2026-08-29T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000041.000135510.html
- anchor: #n2328040
- Companies mentioned: 日向坂46、東京ガールズコレクション、株式会社YOAKE entertainment、AGESTOCK2026実行委員会、アソビシステム株式会社、株式会社TWIN PLANET、株式会社W TOKYO、株式会社Y&N Brothers、ticket board

Facts:
- A total of 14 people
- Sept. 20, 2026
- General reserved seating: ¥8,500
- Upgrade ticket: ¥5,000

## ≠ME takes on missions that test their idol skills in the variety show “≠MissionE.” First public recording event and mini live show announced!

- Published: 2026-08-29T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000595.000023394.html
- anchor: #n2328039
- Companies mentioned: ≠ME、キングレコード、Hulu、ぴあライブクリエイティブ株式会社、日本テレビ、TBSチャンネル1

Facts:
- In 2026, they successfully held their first arena tour, ≠ME Arena Tour 2026 “喝采パレード”
- November 22, 2026 (Sun.), doors open at 1:30 p.m. / show starts at 2:30 p.m.
- November 22, 2026 (Sun.), doors open at 5:30 p.m. / show starts at 6:30 p.m.
- All seats reserved: ¥7,200 (before tax) / ¥7,920 (including tax)
- A separate drink charge of ¥600 (including tax) is required upon entry.
- 4-episode set: ¥2,000 (including tax)
- Single episode: ¥600 (including tax)

## The 3rd performer announcement! Members of 日向坂46 have been selected for the special fashion stage! Anna Murashige will serve as MC. Opening act performers have been announced, and the day’s schedule is finally revealed!

- Published: 2026-08-29T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000869.000017258.html
- anchor: #n2328038
- Companies mentioned: 日向坂46、東京ガールズコレクション、横浜アリーナ、ticket board、α+、Rain Tree、log you、CANDY TUNE、Juice=Juice、高嶺のなでしこ、≒JOY、FRUITS ZIPPER、Nudge、株式会社YOAKE entertainment、AGESTOCK2026実⾏委員会、アソビシステム株式会社、株式会社TWIN PLANET、株式会社W TOKYO、株式会社Y&N Brothers、秋元康、渡辺創太

Facts:
- A total of 14 people
- Sunday, September 20, 2026
- Doors open: 11:00
- Show starts: 12:00
- Ends: 16:00
- General reserved seating: ¥8,500
- Upgrade ticket: ¥5,000

## The 3rd performer announcement! Members of 日向坂46 have been selected for the special fashion stage! Anna Murashige will serve as MC! Opening act performers have been announced, and the day’s schedule is finally revealed!

- Published: 2026-08-29T17:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000962.000025517.html
- anchor: #n2328037
- Companies mentioned: 日向坂46、東京ガールズコレクション、アソビシステム株式会社、株式会社TWIN PLANET、株式会社W TOKYO、株式会社Y&N Brothers、株式会社YOAKE entertainment、AGESTOCK2026実行委員会、Nudge

Facts:
- A total of 14 people
- Sunday, September 20, 2026
- General reserved seating: ¥8,500
- Upgrade ticket: ¥5,000

## A design featuring a collection of Honda Civic models through the years! The T-shirt is now available in a new color! Preorders have begun at Amazon.co.jp.

- Published: 2026-08-29T17:00:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001514.000040971.html
- anchor: #n2328041
- Companies mentioned: Honda、CAMSHOP.JP、株式会社フェイス、本田技研工業株式会社

Facts:
- Substantial, thick 5.6-ounce heavyweight cotton
- Available in 3 colors: white, black and dark beige
- Available in men's sizes M, L and XL

## Artists レイ and リズ arrive at an airport in Seoul, South Korea, wearing looks by ヴァレンティノ

- Published: 2026-08-29T16:52:50+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000280.000101366.html
- anchor: #n2328042
- Companies mentioned: ヴァレンティノ、ヴァレンティノ ジャパン 株式会社、メゾン ヴァレンティノ、Maison Valentino、ヴァレンティノ ガラヴァーニ、アイヴ、IVE

Facts:
- 2026 Pre-Fall
- 2026 Pre-Fall Collection

## On ABEMA’s original dating reality show “ラブキャッチャージャパン3,” creator Rinka Sakurai says, “What I’m thinking tends to show on my face, so watch my expressions when I’m faced with love and ¥10 million, too (laughs)”

- Published: 2026-08-29T16:50:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003886.000064643.html
- anchor: #n2328043
- Companies mentioned: ABEMA、CJ ENM、Mnet、吉本興業、見取り図、アバンギャルディ、モデルプレス

Facts:
- Prize money of 10 million yen
- 12 men and women
- Has more than 840,000 social media followers

## “女の子ごはん” goes nationwide.

- Published: 2026-08-29T16:07:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000189594.html
- anchor: #n2323392
- Companies mentioned: GP Inc.合同会社、女の子ごはん

Facts:
- Digital signage at 46 locations nationwide
- Approximately 200 eligible apartment buildings nationwide
- Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026
- September 30 (Wed.)

## [Publicly called out] An AI gives a no-holds-barred takedown of a “long-winded CEO”!? Reiwa no Tora’s Seiichi Sakakibara tapped to promote the latest wearable AI voice recorder, “Plaud NotePin S”

- Published: 2026-08-29T16:05:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000184.000021425.html
- anchor: #n2323393
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社EMOLVA、Plaud、サイバーエージェント、公益社団法人東京青年会議所、東京韓国青年商工会

Facts:
- An ultra-compact capsule-shaped body weighing just approximately 17 g
- Up to 20 hours of continuous recording
- More than 500,000 followers
- More than 100 leads generated each month
- More than 1,000 companies
- More than 18,000 job applicants
- 1.4 million influencers
- More than 10,000 general monitors

## [Schools invited to participate] WMO World Featherweight Champion Hiroto Takizawa will visit 100 schools nationwide, waiving his speaking fee. “Bring a world champion to your school!” Project to launch in April 2027

- Published: 2026-08-29T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000189791.html
- anchor: #n2323396
- Companies mentioned: 革新アカデミア株式会社、株式会社ラクロ

Facts:
- 100 junior high and high schools nationwide
- Starting in April 2027
- Through March 2029
- There are 353,970 elementary and junior high school students who do not attend school
- The figure reaches 67,782 at high schools
- The number of suicides among elementary, junior high and high school students in 2025 (Reiwa 7) was 538
- More than 10,000 letters have been received so far

## Pickleball is for everyone, even if you come alone. DPC KOBE “Open Play” to be held in the first half of September

- Published: 2026-08-29T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000376.000021838.html
- anchor: #n2323395
- Companies mentioned: DPC KOBE、DIADEM、ITC

Facts:
- Limited to the first 16 people
- DPC Plus: ¥110
- General admission: ¥1,100
- DPC Plus: ¥210
- General admission: 2,200 yen

## [Supporting next-generation learning] Native Camp provides English learning opportunities to children at Ikkyo Football Academy, the 一橋大学ア式蹴球部’s program

- Published: 2026-08-29T16:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001209.000012419.html
- anchor: #n2323394
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ネイティブキャンプ、一橋大学ア式蹴球部、Ikkyo Football Academy

Facts:
- 70 children attending “Ikkyo Football Academy”
- Providing a benefit code for 3 months of free use of Native Camp
- Instructors from more than 140 countries around the world
- More than 15,000 instructors offering a rich variety from around the world
- More than 32,000 rich learning materials
- 80 million lessons to date

## Nojima T League 2026-2027 season official match to be held on August 29 (Sat.): Kanazawa Port vs. Ryukyu Asteeda — match result

- Published: 2026-08-29T15:55:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003092.000038094.html
- anchor: #n2323329

Kanazawa Port defeated Ryukyu Asteeda 3-1 to win an official match in the Nojima T League 2026-2027 season. A notable match in the professional table tennis league.

## Suzuyo Co., Ltd. acquires an 80% stake in Randers FC A/S, operator of Danish Superliga club “Randers FC”

- Published: 2026-08-29T15:52:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000547.000075524.html
- anchor: #n2323330
- Companies mentioned: 鈴与株式会社、Randers FC、Randers FC A/S、清水エスパルス

Facts:
- 147 locations nationwide
- 23 overseas locations
- Number of employees: 1,168
- Number of employees: 90
- Including 29 players

## Paris footwear brand “ボース パリ” launches new “Gum” collection exploring the potential of rubber

- Published: 2026-08-29T15:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000188108.html
- anchor: #n2323265
- Companies mentioned: ボース パリ、both Paris、株式会社Meltique、YAMATO

Facts:
- Price: ¥39,900 (including tax) and up

## 32.5% of people have purchased rice online; for both those with and without purchase experience, “price” influences their decision

- Published: 2026-08-29T15:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000241.000144334.html
- anchor: #n2323167
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社システムリサーチ、創作品モールあるる

Facts:
- 32.5% have purchased rice through online shopping
- “Cheaper than in-store” was the most common reason, at 56.9%
- “Cheaper than in-store” at 51.9%
- “Price” was the most common factor, at 40.2%

## “Making men’s grooming more accessible. Men’s grooming salon トトノエプラス TOTONOE+ launches a ‘Friend and Acquaintance Referral Program’”

- Published: 2026-08-29T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000185011.html
- anchor: #n2323172
- Companies mentioned: トトノエプラス TOTONOE+

Facts:
- Subscription plan free for half a year, normally worth 65,868 yen
- Subscription plan free for 1 year, normally worth 131,736 yen

## From Fukuoka to the much-anticipated Hakodate! A Guttori 2-night, 3-day trip to Hokkaido

- Published: 2026-08-29T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000111.000180015.html
- anchor: #n2323171
- Companies mentioned: 日本空輸株式会社、Good Trip Express（グットリ）、FDA（フジドリームエアラインズ）、ラ・ジェント・ステイ函館駅前、トラピスト大修道院、五稜郭タワー、函館奉行所

Facts:
- Departure limited to November 5, 2026 (Thursday)
- Fukuoka-departure Hakodate tour: “From Fukuoka to the much-anticipated Hakodate! 2-night, 3-day Hokkaido tour”
- Minimum number of participants: 15
- Departs Fukuoka at 07:45
- Arrives at New Chitose at 10:05
- Departs New Chitose at 17:40
- Arrives in Fukuoka at 20:30

## [For those who want to continue living independently] Monthly costs for service-equipped senior housing: nationwide median of 153,000 yen | みんなの介護研究所 “Monthly Cost Survey of Service-Equipped Senior Housing” <August 2026>

- Published: 2026-08-29T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000272.000015597.html
- anchor: #n2323170
- Companies mentioned: みんなの介護研究所、みんなの介護、TFCO株式会社、株式会社クーリエ

Facts:
- 1 in 4 listings can be found for a monthly cost of 128,000 yen or less
- Median monthly cost at group homes: ¥124,000
- The survey covered 4,945 of 7,390 service-equipped senior housing properties
- Coverage: 66.9%
- Coverage: 46.6%

## [Lecture report] A consultant from Funai Research Institute Supply Chain Consulting spoke at a briefing on “Recruiting Foreign Drivers” (hosted by 株式会社シンク・スリー)

- Published: 2026-08-29T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001338.000059144.html
- anchor: #n2323169
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社船井総研サプライチェーンコンサルティング、株式会社シンク・スリー、山口高等自動車学校

Facts:
- “Specified Skilled Foreign Driver Briefing” hosted by 株式会社シンク・スリー on August 6, 2026 (Thursday)
- Pass rate plunges into the 40% range
- Sharp drop in the skills test pass rate to 13.1%

## A public recording of Taiyo Sugiura’s radio show “SBI損保 presents Weekly Children’s TIMES” will be held in Koshigaya, Saitama!

- Published: 2026-08-29T15:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003932.000004829.html
- anchor: #n2323168
- Companies mentioned: SBI損保、SBI損害保険株式会社、TOKYO FM、FM AICHI、FM大阪

Facts:
- At Kinoshiro Plaza, 1F, AEON LakeTown mori (Koshigaya, Saitama Prefecture) on October 25, 2026 (Sunday)
- Number of applicants: 100
- Application period: August 29, 2026 (Saturday), 15:00–September 27 (Sunday), 23:59

## 新竹球場圖利案林智堅獲不起訴 凌濤揭檢方「4大缺失」怒問：有黨證就沒關係？

- Published: 2026-08-29T16:52:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160281
- anchor: #n2328047

The Hsinchu District Prosecutors Office decided not to indict former mayor Lin Chih-chien over alleged profiteering in the baseball stadium case. KMT councilor Ling Tao criticized prosecutors for 四 major failings and questioned the impartiality of the justice system, drawing public attention.

## A century-old Yimin faith tradition enters the modern era: the 2026 National Yimin Festival opens in Hsinchu, passing Hakka loyalty and righteousness across generations

- Published: 2026-08-29T16:46:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160283
- anchor: #n2328048

The 2026 National Yimin Festival opened in Hsinchu County, combining traditional rituals with participation across generations to pass on the Hakka spirit of loyalty and righteousness, while incorporating cultural, sporting and tourism elements to broaden its reach.

## Vietnam extends goodwill to soften the impact of the U.S. Section 301 investigation; leaders seek to restart tariff talks and remove the 'transshipment' label

- Published: 2026-08-29T16:40:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160276
- anchor: #n2328049
- Companies mentioned: Qualcomm、Citigroup、Visa、Axon Enterprise、Caterpillar、U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC)

Vietnam's deputy prime minister visited the United States, signaling goodwill toward resuming trade talks. The main aims were to avert a U.S. Section 301 investigation and restart tariff negotiations.

## 台灣人愛吃1種魚大降價！價格暴跌55％、放養量直接腰斬，漁民賠本賣：現在很便宜

- Published: 2026-08-29T16:35:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11160277
- anchor: #n2328050

The price of Taiwanese sea bream has fallen by as much as 55% and remains below the cost of farming it. Fishers are caught in a situation where “the more they sell, the more they lose,” and stocking volumes are expected to halve in 2026. The main cause is stagnation in external sales channels.

## Unimicron embroiled in country-of-origin labeling dispute! General manager released on NT$15 million bail; 5 ETFs with high exposure face a test next Monday

- Published: 2026-08-29T16:32:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160273
- anchor: #n2328051
- Companies mentioned: 景碩、南電

Unimicron Technology was searched by investigators over suspicions it relabeled China-made PCBs as “Made in Taiwan.” Five executives were released on bail, including the general manager, whose bail was set at NT$15 million. The case has affected the share price and several ETFs with large holdings, while the market watches the investigation and potential supply-chain impact.

## New Taipei offers free seedlings! Applications open now to create a green, low-carbon living environment at home

- Published: 2026-08-29T16:23:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160279
- anchor: #n2328052

The New Taipei City Government is offering free seedlings to encourage residents and organizations to take part in tree planting, increase forest coverage and carbon sequestration, and address climate change as it builds a sustainable, low-carbon city.

## New Taipei tourism factories score another victory! 聖瑪莉 and 維格餅家 honored as “Excellent Tourism Factories” by the Ministry of Economic Affairs

- Published: 2026-08-29T16:20:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160278
- anchor: #n2328053

New Taipei City’s 「聖瑪莉」 and 「維格餅家」 were selected by the Ministry of Economic Affairs as “Excellent Tourist Factories.” Their hands-on tourism experiences and industry partnerships were recognized for contributing to the increased value of local industries.

## Could the Presidential Office’s 15,000 Mid-Autumn Festival gift boxes go unclaimed? Cheng Li-wun declares: “I’ll buy them all”

- Published: 2026-08-29T16:02:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160274
- anchor: #n2328054

The Presidential Office canceled an order for 15,000 Mid-Autumn Festival gift boxes amid a budget dispute. KMT Chair Cheng Li-wun announced she would buy them all to protect the dignity of work for people with disabilities, underscoring that politics should not come at the expense of vulnerable groups.

## Latest on the universal NT$10,000 payout! “Everyone gets NT$10,000 in cash in September”; one location will deposit it directly—eligibility, timing and how to claim

- Published: 2026-08-29T15:59:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11160272
- anchor: #n2323331

Several local governments in Taiwan will issue their own cash payments in 2026 to stimulate the economy ahead of the central government’s planned 2027 universal cash handout of 10,000 yuan. Recipients must be registered locally by the household-registration cutoff date, and people may receive payments from multiple jurisdictions.

## Major new traffic rule to take effect nationwide in September! Violators face an NT$1,800 fine and license suspension; drivers of cars and motorcycles take note

- Published: 2026-08-29T15:18:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11160270
- anchor: #n2323332

The Directorate General of Highways under the Ministry of Transportation and Communications will implement a new system in September 2026, including enhanced courses for repeat offenders and the introduction of training for riding motor scooters. The aim is to improve safety awareness and reduce repeat offenses, with about 28,000 people affected.

## “The US uses the dollar to sanction other countries!” Chen Feng-hsin says even this 1 person has been hurt: “Can we still use the dollar with confidence?”

- Published: 2026-08-29T15:14:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160261
- anchor: #n2323333
- Companies mentioned: S&P Global Ratings、Amazon

The dollar fell as the U.S. Treasury expanded its buybacks of government bonds, while China’s gold purchases contributed to the internationalization of the yuan. Chen Fengxin criticized the weaponization of the dollar and called for the creation of an alternative system.

## Fed Chair Warsh strikes a hawkish tone in first major appearance! 3 key takeaways: AI will boost productivity, and rate hikes remain possible if inflation is too high

- Published: 2026-08-29T15:10:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160265
- anchor: #n2323334

Kevin Warsh, the new chair of the Federal Reserve (Fed), delivered his first speech at the Jackson Hole conference, signaling that he may raise interest rates to curb inflation. He also underscored expectations that AI would boost productivity.

## Beijing Watch: A dam collapsed without heavy rain! Global warming is changing geological risks in the Himalayas, experts warn of a coming “new era for mountain regions”

- Published: 2026-08-29T15:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11159886
- anchor: #n2323105

A glacier collapsed in the Himalayas, triggering a massive landslide without heavy rain. Numerous people were killed or injured along the China-Nepal border. Climate change is reshaping geological risks in mountainous regions.

## Major new Labor Ministry policy! National pension rules change significantly for people aged 65 and over: automatic deposits without an application—latest retirement benefit changes

- Published: 2026-08-29T14:51:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11160268
- anchor: #n2323106

Taiwan’s Ministry of Labor has changed pension payments for citizens aged 65 and older to “no application required, automatic deposit.” Those with a history of contributions will be notified, and registering a bank account will enable them to receive pension payments from the following month.

## Kao-hsiung has the highest number of child abuse deaths among the 6 special municipalities, criticizes KMT councilor, who reveals: 14 children died in 3 years, with more than 45,000 reports involving children and teens

- Published: 2026-08-29T14:48:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160269
- anchor: #n2323107

KMT Kaohsiung City Councilor Qiu Yu-hsuan said Kaohsiung had the highest number of child abuse deaths among Taiwan’s 6 special municipalities over the past 3 years, with 14 victims and more than 45,000 reports. She said the figures highlight a child protection crisis and urged officials to address structural problems.

## Fighting back against the US blacklist! China’s leading DRAM maker 長鑫科技 sues the Pentagon, seeking removal of “military company” label

- Published: 2026-08-29T14:35:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160266
- anchor: #n2323108
- Companies mentioned: 長鑫科技

China’s largest DRAM maker, 長鑫科技, sued the U.S. Department of Defense, seeking the reversal of its designation as a “military company.” The company denied any military involvement and said its products are for civilian use.

## “I picked up a receipt by the roadside and got sued for misappropriation”! Lawyer reveals 3 key factors in determining guilt; most people don’t realize they may have broken the law

- Published: 2026-08-29T14:01:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11160259
- anchor: #n2323109

People who picked up receipts by the roadside or from trash cans have been accused of misappropriation. A lawyer said whether it is illegal depends on whether the receipt was deliberately discarded or lost. The case has drawn public attention to property rights and the boundaries of the law.

## Are tech giants scrambling to cozy up to Democrats? Meta spends US$30 million to prepare, fearing a Republican loss of the House could trigger investigations

- Published: 2026-08-29T16:20:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6591421
- anchor: #n2327977
- Companies mentioned: Meta、Palantir、Amazon、Chevron、Pfizer、UnitedHealth、Paramount、Kalshi、OpenAI、SpaceX、Tesla、Alphabet、Google

Ahead of the midterm elections, tech companies close to the Trump administration, including Meta, are reaching out to Democrats with funding and recruitment offers. The aim is to avoid the risk of congressional investigations, as companies shift their strategies.

## Trump moves against Venezuelan oil! US companies plan to enter 17 oil fields with control of 65 billion barrels; Rubio says it’s a win-win

- Published: 2026-08-29T15:20:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6591422
- anchor: #n2323269
- Companies mentioned: PDVSA、エクソンモービル (XOM-US)、コンォコフィリップス (COP-US)

U.S. President Trump announced that U.S. companies would control a majority of Venezuela’s oil reserves, which exceed 65 billion barrels. The move aims to curb fuel prices in the United States and revive Venezuela’s economy.

## Goolsbee backs Warsh’s fight against inflation! Warns the economy is overheating and inflation is not yet out of danger

- Published: 2026-08-29T14:30:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6591270
- anchor: #n2323042

Chicago Fed President Goolsbee endorsed Chair Warsh’s approach of prioritizing inflation control and voiced concern about an overheated economy. Markets raised their expectations of a rate hike in September.

## US Navy reportedly in serious financial crisis! Allegedly using service members’ “pay” to fund strikes on Iran

- Published: 2026-08-29T14:18:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6591419
- anchor: #n2323043

Reports say the U.S. Navy is diverting funds for servicemembers’ pay because of a lack of funding for military operations against Iran, deepening the fiscal crisis. This poses a serious risk to the military’s ability to sustain its operations.

## Could “Buffett-style investing” become a casualty of the AI era?

- Published: 2026-08-29T14:10:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6590290
- anchor: #n2323044
- Companies mentioned: Berkshire Hathaway、OpenAI、Anthropic、Microsoft、Alphabet、Amazon、Meta

The concentration of capital in AI infrastructure is threatening Buffett-style investments in stable, long-term cash flows. Rising discount rates are weighing on the valuations of traditional stocks.

## Does diabetes hurt the heart as well as the body? How much psychological stress do you face as your blood sugar rises and falls?

- Published: 2026-08-29T17:01:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 照護線上
- Original: https://www.careonline.com.tw/2026/08/202608291600.html
- anchor: #n2328118