Biodiversity monitoring surveys have begun at Yokomakura, Ouchi-cho, Karatsu City, the first nature coexistence site in Saga Prefecture—the first survey confirmed a kingfisher, and infrared sensor cameras were also installed
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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The area covered is 36.67 ha
Approximately 140 species of living things have been confirmed
The plan is to conduct 3 surveys a year in different seasons
【Hokkaido / Sounkyo】Autumn leaves glow beneath the lights at night—enjoy the “Miracle Illumination” at Sounkyo Onsen, a famous spot for Japan’s earliest autumn foliage
A 602-piece 3D metal puzzle whose light shines through its transparent body: BLDB presents the “Steampunk War Spider” as autumn DIY decor and a gift. 15% off all products from September 1
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Approximately 9–15 hours
Completed size: approximately 27 cm × 23 cm × 12 cm
【Starting at 22:00 on Wednesday, September 9】In the era of sales DX, put an end to “relying on new sales”—free practical webinar on “Nurture-based Sales × CRM × SNS” to turn lost prospects into revenue!
57% of Gen Z feel “monitored” when sharing their location. 40% have told “lies that didn’t even need to be told.” Z-SOZOKEN（Z世代創造性研究所）conducted a survey on Gen Z’s location-sharing practices.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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48% of Gen Z still share their location
52% have stopped using it
The leading reason for starting to use it was “crime prevention and safety,” at 37%
54% agreed that it “restricts freedom” and is “more about monitoring than affection”
50% feel stressed
81% view location data as personal information
31% repeatedly check the location of someone they are interested in
Make your company’s own beer. Develop an original craft beer without a brewing license, in small batches, in 2–3 months—event to be held Thursday, September 17 at 参謀BAR Shinjuku
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Participation fee: 6,000 yen
Taste and compare 10–15 types of craft beer
Delivery takes approximately 2–3 months from recipe design to delivery
A specialty shop with 100 types of craft beer from across Japan and around the world available at all times
A detective’s guide to “the most effective ways to deal with problem employees”: seminar to be held in Shinjuku on Tuesday, September 8. Practical examples explain how to work with attorneys and labor and social security attorneys
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Participation fee: 6,000 yen (including networking event; all-you-can-drink and food included / cashless payment on the day)
More than 500 events for business owners held to date
A total of more than 7,000 business owners have participated
An expert who earned a perfect score in the Ministry of Defense Cyber Contest will speak! A comprehensive review session to audit your company’s generative AI usage on the spot, to be held Wednesday, October 28
[For those who can only pay up to 100,000 yen a month] There are 3,241 nursing homes nationwide where residents can move in for 100,000 yen a month or less (14.3%) — “I can’t afford it” may be an assumption
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There are 3,241 nursing homes nationwide where residents can move in for 100,000 yen a month or less
There are 3,241 nursing homes nationwide where residents can move in for 100,000 yen a month or less (14.3%)
Raising the budget to 120,000 yen makes 7,520 facilities available
Raising the budget to 120,000 yen makes 7,520 facilities available (33.2%)
Raising the budget to 150,000 yen makes 14,147 facilities available
Raising the budget to 150,000 yen makes 14,147 facilities available (62.4%)
1,486 residential fee-based nursing homes (45.9%)
1,420 group homes (43.8%)
282 serviced residences for older adults (8.7%)
53 fee-based nursing homes with care services (1.6%)
Of the 3,781 fee-based nursing homes with disclosed monthly costs, just 1.4% of those with care services cost 100,000 yen or less per month
Episode 51 of “Forbes Georgia’s 100 Richest,” as told by 少数株ドットコム’s Yutaka Yamanaka: Aleksandre Samkharadze — from import retail to his own factory, the 88% owner of fashion brand Dressup
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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88% owner of fashion brand Dressup
Operates more than 80 stores in 4 cities
Employs more than 1,000 people
Expansion of the word limit for explanations of shareholder proposals (4,000 characters)
Episode 52 of “Forbes Georgia’s 100 Richest,” as told by 少数株ドットコム’s Yutaka Yamanaka: Muhamed Altomeradze — founder of a Batumi medical group that separates its companies by medical specialty and also owns a medical university
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Ranks 49th
Based in Batumi, 400 kilometers from the capital, Tbilisi
Owns 100% of アジャリア腫瘍センター, バトゥミ内分泌センター, 集中治療センター and メドインベスト2017
Episode 53 of “Forbes Georgia’s 100 Richest,” as told by 少数株ドットコム’s Yutaka Yamanaka: Ivane Chkhartishvili — the 51% shareholder of Smart Capital, who distributes assets in advance while retaining decision-making authority
A bittersweet romance fantasy that begins in another world! webtoonスタジオstudio73 launches its new series, “The Imperial Princess Abducted to a Land Without Women”!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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More than 10 years of experience in the digital comics market
Taiga Fujimaki, who made his way through Nizi Project 2, BOY PLAN 2 and Produce Japan: New World, to appear! Masaru Hamaguchi’s “BUZZ STATION” announces guest for its September broadcast
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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A 21-year-old who has experienced 3 audition programs
Osaka Prefecture’s public high school entrance exams will change starting in the 2028 academic year — Akimasa Nishio, a University of Tokyo graduate and representative of ミライ式, to hold a free lecture for parents in Tsurumi
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Sunday, September 20, 2026, at Osaka City Tsurumi Ward Community Center
2.5D idol group クロノヴァ to hold one-man live show “Chrono Reverse One Man Live BREAKØUT” at Tokyo International Forum on Monday, November 23, 2026 (national holiday)!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Monday, Nov. 23, 2026 (national holiday)
Ticket price: Reserved seating, 9,000 yen (tax included)
Artists Rei and Liz visit the ヴァレンティノ ガラヴァーニ ‘Rockstud Salon’ pop-in event currently being held at ヴァレンティノ Ginza
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On Saturday, August 29, 2026, Rei (REI) and Liz (LIZ), members of K-pop girl group アイヴ(IVE) and brand ambassadors for メゾン ヴァレンティノ (Maison Valentino), visited the exclusive pop-in space ヴァレンティノ ガラヴァーニ ‘Rockstud Salon’ currently being held at ヴァレンティノ Ginza.
Inspired by a shoe salon, this event is being held in an exclusive space through Monday, September 7, 2026.
The latest installment in the Precure series! A collaboration between “Detective Precure the Movie! The Mysterious Garden and the Secret of 2 People” and かっぱ寿司 has been announced!
【Lecture Report】A consultant from Funai Soken Supply Chain Consulting spoke at “What Is AI Demand Forecasting for Mid-sized and Small-to-Medium Manufacturing Companies?” (Hosted by ザイオネックス株式会社)
“Liquid Ice,” sung by Cure Arcana (CV: Nao Toyama), will be featured as an insert song in episode 31 of “Detective Precure!” Advance download distribution has also begun!
“2026 ALPHA DRIVE ONE FAN-CON TOUR [STAR ROAD] in YOKOHAMA” will be available to stream exclusively for free on ABEMA from 9 p.m. on September 12, 2026!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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2026 ALPHA DRIVE ONE FAN-CON TOUR [STAR ROAD] in YOKOHAMA
Day 2 of the concert, behind the scenes ①: September 19, 2026, from 9 p.m.
Day 2 of the concert, behind the scenes ②: September 26, 2026, from 10:30 p.m.
A couple with a 28-year-old husband and a 42-year-old wife, 14 years apart in age—did their romance begin with a misunderstanding?! “I thought she was into me.” What was the story behind their age-gap marriage, which overcame opposition from those around them? | “Women Who Can’t Keep Quiet”
Trees topple on the Meishankou-to-Xiangyang stretch of Provincial Highway 20 Temporary Route 105 in the eastern section of the South Cross-Island Highway; road expected to reopen this afternoon
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Normal traffic controls were originally scheduled to resume at 7 a.m. today
Trees have fallen on the Liguang section (Provincial Highway 20 Temporary Route 105, 12.5K)
The road is expected to reopen at 5 p.m. today
Meishankou-to-Xiangyang section of Provincial Highway 20 Temporary Route 105 (0K to 44K)
“Shen Yun” faces Chinese transnational repression; documentary revealing the truth resonates with Taiwanese expatriates
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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神韻藝術團, founded in New York in 2006
Over the past 20 years, it has toured more than 200 cities in over 30 countries worldwide
Starting in 2024, anonymous bomb threats have been sent to cities where Shen Yun is scheduled to perform, or threats have been made to local governments demanding that the performances be canceled.
Enjoy cycling around the Penghu islands with Sports i Taiwan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Penghu held the Sports i Taiwan 2.0 “Enjoy Cycling Around the Penghu Islands” event on August 30, with 150 cyclists linking towns by bicycle. The event aims to promote the appeal of slow travel and incorporate cycling into everyday life.
Facts
The event, “Enjoy Cycling Around the Penghu Islands,” was part of Sports i Taiwan 2.0.
About 150 cyclists took part in the event.
The route was about 40 kilometers long.
The route started at the stadium complex, followed 4 county roads and returned to downtown Magong.
North Korean defense minister dismissed as military leadership reshuffle gets underway
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
North Korean Defense Minister No Kwang-chol was dismissed as part of a structural reshuffle of the country’s military leadership. Kim Song-gi will take over as minister, along with several other personnel changes.
Chimei and the National Museum of Natural Science lose out! Taiwan’s top museum drew 8.19 million visitors, who praised its free admission and wide-ranging exhibits
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
In Taiwan's museum visitor rankings from month 1 through month 7 of 2026, Taipei Culture and Sports Park ranked first with 8.19 million visitors. Its free areas and the quality of its exhibits were praised, and the National Museum of Natural Science and the Chimei Museum were also popular.
LINE will stop working! Official confirms that missing 1 step will lead to account deletion at year-end, ending messaging, calls and all services
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
LINE ended its Facebook login feature in 2024/1 and warned unregistered users to register a phone number by the end of 2026. Accounts will be deleted if users do not register.
The Transportation Ministry released a campaign video highlighting the risks of motorcycle speeds, drawing criticism from motorcycle groups and the New Power Party. They said it oversimplified the causes of crashes and stigmatized riders while ignoring road conditions and the responsibility of other vehicles.
Why did Li Qiang inspect the disaster site? Tibet mudslide prompts “highest-level response”; BBC examines the politics of the Chinese Communist Party’s disaster response
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A massive debris flow occurred on the China-Tibet border with Nepal, leaving more than 2,000 people dead, injured or missing. Premier Li Qiang traveled to the area to inspect the damage, signaling the highest level of disaster response. The incident also carries strong political implications.
Someone won 1 million while filling up on gas or paying a water bill! 14 other winning receipts remain unclaimed; spending details revealed, and prizes will be forfeited after 9/7
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Ministry of Finance announced 14 unclaimed uniform-invoice prizes for the 3-4 month period of year 115, warning that any prizes not claimed by 2026/9/7 would go to the national treasury. The total amount at stake is more than 63 million yen.
Why is ABF giant 欣興電子 in trouble? Hsieh Chin-ho reveals the “country-of-origin laundering” inside story: an insider filed the tip
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwanese ABF substrate giant 欣興電子 was searched over suspicions that “China-made products were labeled MIT,” and 3 executives were questioned. The case is believed to have been triggered by an internal whistleblower, against a backdrop of tighter U.S.-China technology restrictions.
Keelung launches the nation’s first “Starlight Guardian Vouchers,” with multiple departments joining forces to provide nighttime childcare for young children in disadvantaged families
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Keelung City Government launched the nation’s first “Starlight Guardian Vouchers,” providing free temporary nighttime childcare for young children in disadvantaged families. Vouchers are issued after a social worker’s assessment, easing caregiving burdens and preventing children from being left home alone.
Weather forecast: A new typhoon may form! Fine weather is over, with 4 days of torrential rain set to batter Taiwan; southern areas could see purple-level rainfall, while the return of sunshine is in sight
School starts tomorrow, 8/31! Year 115 academic calendar released, with 5 long weekends in the second half of the year, including up to 4 days off; winter and summer vacation and exam dates listed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan's calendar for the 115 academic year has been announced, with 5 long weekends clustered in the first semester. With winter break starting on 1/21, parents are confused about the education schedule and the burden of childcare.
Trump has rendered “big stick diplomacy” meaningless! Neue Zürcher Zeitung warns: A “power vacuum” in the U.S. military presence in the western Pacific would push Indo-Pacific allies toward Beijing
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Trump administration has cut military deployments and joint exercises in the western Pacific, unsettling allies’ confidence in the United States. Neue Zürcher Zeitung warned that this would encourage China’s expansion and undermine regional balance.
Everyone in Taiwan gets a September cash bonus! Domestic travel subsidies of up to 6,700 per person and 700 from the Sports Ministry; how to claim 3 payments at a glance
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Taiwan government will begin subsidies for tourism, sports and pet-related expenses in the 9th month. Individuals can receive up to 7,700 yuan in support, aimed at helping people's livelihoods and stimulating domestic demand.
The “Internet Temperature Gauge DailyView” analyzed data using “KEYPO大數據關鍵引擎” and selected DHC as the most talked-about cleansing oil brand. Shu Uemura, Bioré and others also ranked highly, highlighting strong consumer interest.
Don’t just know Qin Shi Huang and Emperor Wu of Han! 5 understated emperors had a profound impact on later generations; Zhao Kuangyin’s unification of the realm was made possible by one of them
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
An introduction to 5 little-known but important emperors in Chinese history details how their reforms and rule influenced later generations. Zhao Kuangyin's unification of the realm was possible in part because of the foundations laid by Emperor Shizong of Zhou.
Store water now! 5 cities and counties across Taiwan will face major water outages tomorrow, with taps dry from early morning; check affected areas at home with one click
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Taiwan Water Corporation will suspend water service for 10 hours in parts of 5 cities and counties on August 31 due to pipeline and sewer works. Multiple townships will be affected. Residents are advised to store water in advance and take care with their equipment.
Never connect to free Wi-Fi when traveling abroad! Experts reveal 6 risky habits that could instantly drain your online bank account, and many people in Taiwan don’t know about them
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
When traveling abroad, connecting to free Wi-Fi can put personal information and bank accounts at risk of theft through AI-powered fake pages or man-in-the-middle attacks. Experts warn of 6 risky behaviors and 5 ways to protect yourself.
People making a difference》She drove a small truck to 5 morning markets to pick up her child! Lin Yuhui went from market mom to founder of a local revitalization initiative
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Lin Yuhui went from being a mother who visited morning markets to pick up her child to becoming a founder of a local revitalization initiative. Through her patchwork business, she supports employment and personal fulfillment for middle-aged and older women.
The Tourism Administration’s latest 2026 travel subsidies are here! Everyone nationwide can get a cash bonus of up to 3,700 per person from 9/1; details on 5 payments in one article
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Tourism Administration of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications announced a 2026 domestic travel support program with a budget of 3.33 billion yen. Individuals can receive subsidies of up to 3,700 yen for weekday stays and birthday perks, with regional partnerships expanding the benefits further.
After Work International》Will AI replace you? Qu Bo shares a firsthand account of catching a fake that even the original manufacturer couldn’t spot
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Qu Bo, CEO of Knowledge Power Technology, shared an experience in which an AI-generated presentation contained errors, saying the problem of AI hallucinations remains unresolved and could affect corporate decisions and investment trends.
Profile》Did Lai Ching-te’s good intentions turn into a bad idea? Yu Ying-lung disregards personal ties; pan-Blue and pan-White groups feel slighted, while the DPP remains uneasy
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Kuomintang and Taiwan People’s Party sought to combine referendum ballots, but Central Election Commission Chairman Yu Ying-lung opposed the move, citing technical problems and restrictions on voting rights. Only 1 proposal passed, sparking political controversy.
People making a difference》From market truck to corporate sustainability partner, turning textile waste into green ESG gold: Jasmine Handicraft Studio’s Lin Yuhui has used nearly 30 years of textile work to help middle-aged and older women break through
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Lin Yuhui, founder of Jasmine Handicraft Studio in Chiayi, transforms discarded textiles into sustainable corporate products, combining the skills of middle-aged and older women with a circular economy and social collaboration, with significant social and environmental impact.
Visitor figures for Nantou County’s tourist attractions in the first half of 2026 are out. The Sun Moon Lake lakeside area took the top spot with more than 1.28 million visitors, followed by Xitou and Bagua Mountain, highlighting the strong appeal of Nantou’s natural environment and slow-paced travel.
Hsu Chien-hung column: Aboard the flagship of the sea’s warrior—touring the battleship USS New Jersey
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Hsu Chien-hung visited the battleship USS New Jersey, the flagship of Admiral Halsey, and looked back at its historic contribution to the Pacific War, particularly its lasting impact on Taiwan.
China announces it has determined the cause of the flash flood on the Tibet-Nepal border
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
A debris flow triggered by a glacier collapse on the Nepal side occurred at Gyirong Port in Tibet, China, leaving 16 people dead and 546 missing. The Chinese government has launched an emergency response.
Fubon Financial and Cathay Financial issued strong dividend outlooks at their investor conferences, while 輝達 reported better-than-expected results and forecast 70% revenue growth in 2028. 大立光 continues to acquire land and expand capacity, signaling strong expansion momentum among Taiwan-listed companies.
EY captures 3 tenths of the Startup Board market, joins 櫃買中心 to match 8 startups with investors and showcase their strength
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
安永 supports 1/3 of companies on the Startup Board and, together with 櫃買中心, held an investor matchmaking event for 8 startups. It is strengthening its position as a leader in startup support.
AI computing-power demand triggers an unexpected boom! Server CPU demand surges, igniting a new battle for substrate makers!
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Rising demand for AI computing power is driving a sharp increase in demand for server CPUs, and a shortage of ABF substrates is expected. The supply-demand gap is forecast to widen to 19% in 2026-2028, boosting the profitability of Taiwanese substrate makers.
〈Hot Stocks〉Global MLCC inventories hit a low; 禾伸堂 and 信昌電 rack up 2 consecutive limit-up sessions
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Global MLCC inventories have hit a record low, pushing prices higher. Shares of 禾伸堂 and 信昌電 have hit the daily limit-up for consecutive days. The market is shifting from inventory adjustment to a price recovery phase.
Hegseth denies 2028 presidential run, calls report “100% false”; poll shows “this” candidate in the lead
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth denied plans to run in the 2028 presidential election, saying reports were “100% wrong.” Within the Republican Party, Vance and Rubio are gaining support as leading contenders.