Taipower joins forces with Taichung City Library to stage energy-saving theater, inviting families to become energy-saving superheroes
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taipower joined forces with 台中市立圖書館 to promote energy-saving theater, using children's plays to teach families about energy and holding a photo-submission event.
何欣純's sisters' association inaugurated; 江啟臣 attends forum on Taichung's development
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
DPP candidate 何欣純 established a sisters' association and unveiled policies, while KMT candidate 江啟臣 outlined his vision for the city at a forum, as the Taichung mayoral race heats up.
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Taichung mayoral election to be held on Nov. 28
NT$50,000 postpartum care subsidy for each birth
Monthly nutrition allowance of NT$1,500 for children aged 0 to 6
Nepal floods destroy homes; survivors return to search for belongings and memories
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A large-scale flood that struck the Nepal-Tibet border on the 26th left 691 people dead and about 3,000 missing. Survivors are desperately searching through the rubble for memories and belongings. The disaster has highlighted the vulnerability of infrastructure in the Himalayan region and the effects of climate change.
Chef-created brand SAKURA's strengthens its “waste less, replace less” approach to food and kitchenware—aiming to reduce food loss and waste through durable tools and refill systems
COA hair salon to appear as Japan’s representative hairstylist at “JAPAN FESTIVAL CANADA 2026,” one of the largest festivals in North and Central America, with an attendance of 100,000
[Up to 5 million yen] Businesses in all industries, including information security, software and medical devices, are eligible! Grants for product improvements, standards compliance and certification
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Grants of up to 5 million yen
Grant limit: 5 million yen (minimum application amount: 500,000 yen)
Artists from Taiwan and Japan converge in Seoul. “NEW MEDIA / NEW TECHNOLOGY / NEW ARTISTS,” an international exhibition exploring digital expression in the age of AI, opens its second phase on September 3
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Second-phase exhibition dates: September 3 (Thu.)–September 13 (Sun.), 2026
Date and time: September 4, 2026 (Fri.), 18:00–19:00
Disney character-inspired wigs, “Disney Wig Collection” (2026 version / 5 styles), available for advance reservation on the company’s e-commerce site and elsewhere from 10:00 on August 31 (Mon.)
[New product] Recommended for senior citizens’ gatherings and facility events! A new Respect for the Aged Day design joins the popular “Small Sweets Gift Set—Choose from 2 Types”
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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There are 36.2 million people aged 65 and over
More than 21.48 million people are aged 75 and over
Cool natural stone bracelet “Aloha Protect” launches from Hawaii-based specialty shop マルラニハワイ! Also available at the Omotesando and Lumine Est stores [custom engraving available]
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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S (approx. 14–14.5 cm) ¥4,800 (¥5,280 including tax)
M (approx. 15–15.5 cm) ¥4,800 (¥5,280 including tax)
L (approx. 16–16.5 cm) ¥5,300 (¥5,830 including tax)
LL (approx. 17–17.5 cm) ¥5,800 (¥6,380 including tax)
[BOXING RAISE] Streaming a record-high 11 events in September! Exclusive live coverage also includes actor Kisetsu Fujiwara and former wrestling champion Miyu Yamamoto taking on the challenge of becoming professional boxers!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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“All 11 events for the month (including 7 live-streamed events and 4 recorded broadcasts)”
Lawyer Haruka Koshimizu (head of 越水法律事務所) posts daily on the YouTube channel “守りの経営ch” for business owners; official website launched and television appearances expanding
[Lecture report] A consultant from Funai Soken Supply Chain Consulting spoke at a webinar on “Reducing Logistics Costs and Optimizing Hub Strategies” (hosted by 日本GLP株式会社)
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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From Tuesday, July 28, 2026, through Friday, July 31, 2026
Beta version of “ワラチケ,” a booking and check-in service specializing in comedy shows, launches. From performer-specific tallies to day-of-show check-in, all managed with a single roster.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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The beta version launched on Aug. 30, 2026.
Payment functionality is scheduled to launch around October 2026
A special accommodation plan with tickets for Nagasaki Kunchi reserved-seat viewing and 1 night with 2 meals at 陶々亭, a Japanese-house auberge that is 118 years old
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Available for 3 days only, from Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2026, through Oct. 9, 2025
This year’s Nagasaki Kunchi dance districts are 今籠町, 油屋町, 元船町, 上町, 鍛冶屋町 and 築後町, a total of six districts.
Frozen dumplings don't need to be boiled in water! Insider shares 1 trick to cook them without watching the stove or having them stick or split; they come out chewy and plump, just like freshly wrapped dumplings
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Ways to cook frozen dumplings in a microwave or electric cooker are trending on social media. The methods require no heat adjustment, make the wrappers less likely to split and save cooking time. Consumers have welcomed the added convenience.
(Aug. 24–Aug. 30) This week's top stories! Will a Taiwan Compatriot Permit make holders count as “Chinese citizens”? / New rules at 1 Taiwanese bank take effect on Sept. 1! / Taiwan's foreign resident population tops 1.07 million—which country has the most residents?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Reports covered China's new entry and exit rules, account restrictions at 玉山銀行, the integration of 修平科技大学 into a national university, the number of foreign residents in Taiwan surpassing 1.07 million, the health insurance system, the merger of Taishin Bank and 新光銀行, airline performance and the gift tax system. The reports are a collection of major stories with broad social impact.
The ocean's “canary in the coal mine”: Australian giant cuttlefish numbers plunge 97%, raising experts' fears of marine ecosystem collapse
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The breeding population of giant octopuses off the coast of South Australia has fallen by 97%, raising concerns about an ecological crisis. Experts point to an increase in toxic algae caused by climate change.
Companies mentioned:Great Southern Reef Foundation、South Australian Research and Development Institute
Taipei Metro's “most difficult project ever” opens! Construction took 10 years and faced geological challenges; Chiang Wan-an says commute to Neihu cut to 17 minutes
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The eastern extension of the Taipei Metro Xinyi Line has opened after 10 years of construction, significantly cutting the commute to Neihu to 17 minutes. Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an attended the ceremony and said the project overcame geological challenges and improved urban transportation efficiency.
Taiwanese traveler runs into trouble in China! Interrogated with “4 major questions” and questioned for 6 hours at the border; Mainland Affairs Council confirms 3 groups of people remain subject to reprisals years after leaving their jobs
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A Taiwanese man who had worked at Amnesty International was questioned by Chinese customs for 6 hours during a trip to Shanghai and eventually gave up on entering China and returned to Taiwan. The Mainland Affairs Council confirmed that this type of risk exists and warned that the risk will increase after new rules take effect on September 15, urging high-risk groups to carefully assess whether travel to China is necessary.
The real warning sign of Nepal’s glacier collapse: Scholar says the entire Himalayas are melting, and “once-in-a-thousand-years floods” could become the new normal
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A glacier collapse triggered a debris flow in Nepal that may have claimed more than 3,000 lives. Climate change is melting the Himalayas, threatening an economy dependent on the mountaineering industry.
(8/24~8/30) This week in business: What happened at 欣興電子? / What did Fed Chair Warsh say? Will interest rates rise? / 輝達 earnings beat expectations! Which Taiwan stocks could benefit?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan PCB giant 欣興電子 was searched by investigators over allegations that it relabeled China-made products as “Made in Taiwan.” Senior executives were taken away, and its share price swung 13.6% in a single day. Meanwhile, strong NVIDIA earnings, hints of a Fed rate hike and proposed reforms to Taiwan’s trading system drew market attention.
Seeking to shore up blue-and-white unity? Ko Wen-je says, “I support Chiang Chi-chen in the Taichung election”: He has been preparing for 8 years
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Coordination between Taiwan's Kuomintang and Taiwan People's Party candidates collapsed in the Zhubei mayoral race, raising concerns about repercussions across Taiwan. Ko Wen-je backed Johnny Chiang and urged talks between the party leaders.
New Taipei Metro station opens today! Limited-time free rides, complimentary soft serve, daily flight-ticket prize draws and a guide to the deals
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taipei Metro’s Xinyi Line extension eastward opened on Aug. 30, adding Guangci/Fengtian Temple Station as the new terminus of the Red Line. To celebrate, the metro is offering 30 days of free rides, complimentary soft serve, points and prize draws to encourage ridership.
Blue-and-white alliance on the brink of collapse! Zhubei fallout could spread; Lu Shiow-yen appears with Huang Kuo-chang: “Unity is not easy, but we must stay resolute”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
As the 2026 election approaches and the breakdown of blue-white cooperation in Zhubei reverberates across Taiwan, Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen and 民眾黨 Chairman Huang Kuo-chang signaled a willingness to cooperate at a joint event. The episode highlights the difficulty and importance of coordination in local politics.
Demand exceeds capacity, prompting an added session! Google AI’s chief technical expert to speak in Asia for the first time as SEMICON 2026 sparks a scramble for tickets to AI supply-chain sessions
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
SEMICON Taiwan 2026 is being held under the theme of semiconductor supply chain cooperation in the AI era, with a high-profile lineup of speakers, including Google AI's CTO making a first appearance in Asia. The event has again highlighted the importance of Taiwan's ecosystem.
New station on the Taipei Metro’s Xinyi Line opens! More than “0-dollar free rides”: First-month deals include flight-ticket draws and free soft serve
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taipei Metro’s Xinyi Line extension eastward opened on Aug. 30, adding Guangci/Fengtian Temple Station. A series of promotions, including free rides during the first month, flight-ticket prize draws and free soft serve, is being offered to improve access to the eastern district.
Indian Prime Minister Modi embroiled in “misogyny” row after saying young women swearing was a “culture shock”; accused of double standards
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi described it as a “cultural shock” when a young woman protesting against him used profanity, prompting mounting criticism that his remarks were sexist. Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi criticized what he called a patriarchal mindset, and the issue developed into a nationwide debate.
Was the 民眾黨’s promise to yield the county magistrate race in exchange for Zhubei an empty one? He says the Kuomintang once conducted an internal poll: Hsu Hsin-ying changed her mind
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Ahead of the 2026 nine-in-one local elections, cooperation between the Kuomintang and 台湾民眾党 in the Zhubei mayoral race has broken down. 台湾民眾党 said Hsu Hsin-ying had verbally promised to defer to its candidate and expressed frustration that the promise was broken.
Check your medicine! “This 1 product” for high blood pressure and heart conditions has a problem; food and drug agency rushes to recall 580,000 tablets as batch numbers and expiry dates are revealed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan's Food and Drug Administration ordered the recall of 586,000 tablets of the high blood pressure and heart disease medication Baiken Film-Coated Tablets 5 mg over an impurity issue. The manufacturer, 瑩碩生技, reported the problem, and supplies of alternative medication have been secured.
“In my eyes, it’s gold!” Hong Kong caught up in a trading-card craze: How did a card go from a game accessory to an asset?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
In Hong Kong, trading cards have become investment assets described as “gold on paper,” with young people and adults alike collecting and reselling them for profit. Prices have surged amid grading services and the popularity of intellectual property.
輝達’s 70% growth boosts memory chips! BofA says DRAM revenue could rise as much as 80% in 2027, while DDR4 surges 879%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
輝達's 70% growth outlook is driving the memory market. Bank of America said DRAM revenue in 2027 could rise by 80%. AI demand is worsening supply shortages.
U.S. moves to restrict AI “computing power”! Chinese AI firms rent 輝達 GB300 chips through overseas data centers; Moonshot AI named
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The U.S. government is seeking to restrict Chinese AI companies from accessing advanced AI computing power through overseas data centers. The Dark Side of the Moon (Moonshot AI) was specifically named.
Must companies “sign long-term contracts” to secure NAND capacity? AI demand surges as Kioxia plans 5 trillion yen in expansion, with a “bargaining chip” in reserve
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Kioxia and SanDisk plan to invest 5 trillion yen by 2033 to expand NAND production. Supply shortages are expected to worsen as AI demand rises, strengthening their position in long-term contract negotiations.