Taiwan Blue falls to Japan in Jones Cup final, takes silver; determination praised
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan Blue lost 66-75 to Japan in the William Jones Cup women’s basketball gold-medal game, finishing as runner-up. Despite trailing after the first quarter, the players showed resilience and earned their coach’s praise.
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Taiwan Blue lost 66-75 to Japan in the women’s gold-medal game at the William Jones Cup International Basketball Tournament.
Taiwan Blue finished runner-up at this year’s Jones Cup.
林文佑 scored a team-high 13 points in the gold-medal game.
＝LOVE appeared live on NHK’s “Venue101” and performed its new song “恋、はじめました。” live!! The much-talked-about track has entered the TOP 10 on Apple Music’s daily “TOP100: Japan” chart!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Surpasses 2 cumulative streams
Surpasses 2.3 billion total views on TikTok
More than 500,000 copies shipped cumulatively
More than 590,000 copies shipped on the first day
Shipments exceed 600,000 copies
Ranked 8th
“Tokubecchu, Shite” at 21st
“Gekiyaku Chudoku” at 61st
At No. 91: “Don’t Ever Quit Being an Idol”
Price: 2,200 yen (tax included)
Price: 1,800 yen (tax included)
Price: 2,500 yen (tax included)
Price: ¥1,200 (tax included)
Best-ever first-week sales
Companies mentioned：＝LOVE、NHK、Apple Music、TikTok、Billboard、オリコン、Sony Music、Sony Music Studios Tokyo、BABEL LABEL、superbly inc.、COLORS、s**t kingz、north river
WorldX brings Japanese companies’ video production operations to greater efficiency and cost optimization with its AI video OS, “KAIROS”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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According to the Statistics Bureau of Japan’s 2024 estimate, Japan’s population aged 65 and over is 36.243 million.
According to the Statistics Bureau of Japan’s 2024 estimate, Japan’s population aged 65 and over is 36.243 million, accounting for 29.3% of the total population.
＼Judged by top-class chefs／All 5 “employee-recommended products” passed on TBS’s “Job Tune”! To celebrate, 2 major campaigns are being held on the official app and social media.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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5 employee-recommended products
Broadcast on Saturday, August 29, 2026
From Saturday, August 29, 2026, to Wednesday, September 30
Predicts Taiwan stocks will break 50,000 points; 柯文哲 on AI boom: 賴清德 was just lucky
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
People’s Party founding chairman 柯文哲 predicted that an AI investment boom would push Taiwan stocks above 50,000 points, but also warned of economic transition challenges when technological limits are reached, highlighting the risks of Taiwan’s reliance on a single engine of growth.
Is the “十 crashes, 九 caused by speeding” idea outdated? Motorists’ association blasts Transport Ministry motorcycle safety video for blaming speed while condoning violations
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Taiwan Motorists’ Association criticized the Transport Ministry’s motorcycle safety video for oversimplifying the causes of crashes and blaming speed alone while overlooking violations and systemic issues, calling for comprehensive transportation policy reform.
What is driving NVIDIA’s continued surge on earnings? 陳鳳馨 says “customers are changing”: these companies are new sources of AI demand
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
U.S. semiconductor company NVIDIA posted revenue of $96.2 billion in the 2nd quarter, up 106% year over year. Expanding AI demand is bringing new companies into the market for GPUs, accelerating growth prospects.
Nearly US$100 billion spent, yet 160 still could not be defended... The weak yen is here! Taiwan exports and stocks face a double blow
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Japan spent nearly US$96.5 billion to stop the yen’s slide, but it still fell past the 160 mark. The weak yen is hurting Taiwan’s export competitiveness and stock market stability, putting markets under pressure on two fronts.
0050 rebalancing countdown! Stocks picked for inclusion fall instead? Expert reveals a “2-week golden window” for bullish and bearish trades: don’t wait until after the adjustment
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Yuanta Taiwan 50 (0050) adjusts its constituent stocks quarterly. Expert Zhu Yuezhong advised investors to make use of the 2-week trading window between the announcement and adjustment dates to position themselves early for long and short strategies. Due to market expectations, newly added stocks may pull back, while dropped stocks may rebound.
Is passage of the Unmanned Vehicles Act bad news? Hsieh Chin-ho reveals the truth behind supply-chain “stock price plunges”: an industry becoming unspeakable
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan's Legislative Yuan passed the Unmanned Vehicle Ordinance, but related stocks fell as the market remained skeptical. 謝金河 pointed to political maneuvering behind the bill and China's influence.
Black oily residue won’t come off a new stainless steel bowl, and ingesting it may be toxic! Expert shares 1 proper cleaning tip to keep it clean and safe, with no worry about residue
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Black oily residue was found on new stainless steel tableware distributed ahead of the new school year, and experts warned of neurotoxicity risks. It is important to publicize proper cleaning methods.
The 9th New Taipei Culture Awards announced! Hou Yu-ih: Let the world see the depth of Taiwan’s culture
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
新北市政府 presented the 9th New Taipei Culture Awards, honoring contributors to culture. The recipients were 林保堯教授, 朱銘美術館, 板橋潮和社 and 新平溪煤礦博物園区. Their efforts to promote Taiwanese culture around the world through cultural heritage and innovation were recognized.
“After Work International” | Online users name 曲博 to explain: Is 華為’s “Tao’s Law” genuine technological prowess or a marketing gimmick?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
風傳媒's program 『下班國際線』 discussed whether 華為's “韜定律” represents a technological breakthrough or marketing. 曲博 of 知識力科技 provided analysis, as the technology draws attention as an alternative under EUV restrictions.
Is 50 Lan’s best drink not No. 1? Insiders rave about “1 low-key gem,” saying one sip is all it takes: refreshing, smooth and unforgettable
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
An unofficial menu item called “Four Seasons Latte” at Taiwan tea-drink brand 50嵐 has been making waves online. Its refreshing taste has earned it a reputation among fans as a hidden gem.
Meinong wild water lotus becomes dumpling filling as parents and children experience Hakka food and farming education at Huangpu Guest Station
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Kaohsiung City Government Hakka Affairs Commission held the 『2026客家大地餐桌』 event, where parents and children experienced food and agriculture education and Hakka culture by making water lotus dumplings. The symbiotic model between water lotus and pheasant-tailed jacanas was also introduced, drawing attention to regional sustainability.
Heavy rain triggers landslide in Siaogang! Ko Chih-en rushes to inspect damage; Chang Yung-chieh slams Lai Jui-lung for not showing up after disaster hits his constituency, says he should not focus only on elections
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Heavy rain triggered a landslide in Siaogang, Kaohsiung. KMT candidate Ko Chih-en visited the scene to inspect the damage and criticized legislator Lai Jui-lung for not showing up to check on disaster conditions in his constituency, sparking political controversy.
Are AI smart rings the next battleground? Oura could go public in the U.S. as early as September, with valuation topping $16 billion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Finnish smart ring company Oura is expected to hold an IPO in the United States as early as September 2024. Its valuation is said to exceed $16 billion, and its AI-powered model for analyzing personal health data is drawing attention. The company is shifting from hardware sales to subscription services.
Second barrier lake found on Tibet-Nepal border; a breach could have a major impact on the barrier lake downstream
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
A Chinese commercial satellite company discovered a newly formed landslide-dammed lake after a landslide on the Tibet-Nepal border. Its high elevation raised concerns about significant risks downstream, and data was provided immediately.
Jensen Huang and Liang Wenfeng miss out on TIME’s AI 100! Is the AI race no longer just about models? Computing power, energy and workflows are the new battlegrounds
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
TIME magazine unveiled its 2026 “TIME100 AI” list. Jensen Huang was selected, while Liang Wenfeng was not. The list underscored a shift in the focus of AI competition from models to computing power, energy and workflows.
Growth in AI and semiconductor equipment freight volumes props up air cargo rates on U.S. routes
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Rising shipments of AI and semiconductor equipment are pushing up air freight rates on U.S. routes during the usually slow season. Shipments of AI equipment to North America have increased, boosting demand in the air freight market.
摩根士丹利 warns of China’s rising memory-chip industry! DRAM and NAND supply could see a major shift in 2028
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
摩根士丹利 warned that China's 長鑫科技 and 長江存儲 could reshape the supply structure of the DRAM and NAND markets around 2028. A technology gap remains, but expanding scale could affect prices and competition.
藥華藥’s Ropeg wins FDA approval to treat all adult ET indications, with an estimated 170,000 ET patients set to benefit — Global Bio & Investment Monthly