# AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-31 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 8 of 9

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 717 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 141 items from 4 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## [Toyota Foundation] 46 projects addressing social issues come together. Crossing fields and positions to open up new perspectives. The co-creation exhibition “The Toyota Foundation Day” held for the first time

- Published: 2026-08-31T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000114946.html
- anchor: #n2368882
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人トヨタ財団、トヨタ自動車

Facts:
- 46 projects will participate
- November 2, 2026 (Monday) and 3 (Tuesday, national holiday)
- Since its establishment in 1974
- A cumulative total of 8,400 projects
- A total of approximately ¥20.6 billion

## [AI Portalize] Experienced business launch professionals provide hands-on support. Launch of an “AI new business launch support” service

- Published: 2026-08-31T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000176631.html
- anchor: #n2368881
- Companies mentioned: AI Portalize株式会社、上場企業

Facts:
- Capital: ¥22 million (including capital reserves)

## Practical AI and IT consulting launched by a company that uses AI every day in its own real estate operations—DEEP HOLDINGS begins hands-on support for small and medium-sized businesses

- Published: 2026-08-31T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000186680.html
- anchor: #n2368880
- Companies mentioned: DEEP HOLDINGS株式会社

## HiroshimAI株式会社 signs partnership agreement with サンフレッチェ広島; distributes original fans at the September 2 (Wednesday) match against 名古屋グランパス

- Published: 2026-08-31T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000186956.html
- anchor: #n2368879
- Companies mentioned: HiroshimAI株式会社、サンフレッチェ広島、名古屋グランパス、株式会社サンフレッチェ広島

Facts:
- The contract period is August 1, 2026 to July 31, 2027.
- The 2026/27 Meiji Yasuda J1 League Round 5 match between サンフレッチェ広島 and 名古屋グランパス on September 2, 2026 (Wednesday)
- 1480 fans will be distributed
- キックオフは19:00です。

## Hokkaido Shimizu Town to buy the “town’s future” for up to ¥10 million

- Published: 2026-08-31T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000187354.html
- anchor: #n2368878
- Companies mentioned: 北海道・十勝清水町、しみずらぼ

Facts:
- Up to ¥10 million
- In October 2026

## An official partnership creates an oshikatsu experience where fans can enjoy random merchandise with peace of mind

- Published: 2026-08-31T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000150688.html
- anchor: #n2368877
- Companies mentioned: トレポータル、streamart、ETERNAL MEDAL、株式会社トレポータル

## マスクにも“肌あたり”と“顔映り”を。『MASMiX』からシルクプロテイン配合「MASMiX BEAUTY」が登場！立体・プリーツ計6色と藤本美貴さんとのコラボ限定2色を2026年秋に順次発売

- Published: 2026-08-31T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000109217.html
- anchor: #n2368876
- Companies mentioned: 川本産業株式会社、MASMiX

Facts:
- Employees: 305 (standalone)

## アドバンスコンポジット raises Series B funding from 東京エレクトロン's CVC, accelerating business development in the semiconductor manufacturing equipment sector

- Published: 2026-08-31T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000152154.html
- anchor: #n2368875
- Companies mentioned: アドバンスコンポジット株式会社、東京エレクトロン、TEL Venture Capital, Inc.

Facts:
- Third-party allotment of new shares in a Series B round

## Breaking industry norms: a “self-declared salary system” in which employees set their own pay, with monthly salaries rising by up to 17%

- Published: 2026-08-31T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000172575.html
- anchor: #n2368874
- Companies mentioned: 朝日不動産株式会社、富山県

Facts:
- Maximum raise rate: +17%
- Companywide average salary increase rate: +4.1%
- Revenue was ¥8.193 billion (fiscal year ended August 2025)
- 100% new graduate retention rate (zero departures in the past 2 years)
- Women: 100% / Men: 100.0%

## Addressing the scale limitations of LINE meal support. カロサポ Connect for personal trainers and registered dietitians launches August 31

- Published: 2026-08-31T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000176028.html
- anchor: #n2368873
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Welsup、LINE、カロサポ Connect、カロサポ、山口岳斗、田辺幸優

Facts:
- 利用者1人あたり月額1,960円（税抜）
- Approximately 15,000 downloads
- More than 260,000 meal registrations to date
- More than 280,000 detailed food item registrations to date
- Approximately 565 reviews on the App Store
- Average rating: 4.5

## NTOU’s fourth report cites annual data showing zero production; Keelung fishers protest, demanding compensation rather than relief

- Published: 2026-08-31T14:42:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608310120.aspx
- anchor: #n2369681
- Companies mentioned: 海洋大學、台電公司、基隆區漁會

Facts:
- 3 of those years were 0
- Annual data on coastal fishery production and value over the past 5 years

## Coral bleaching is occurring more frequently; scholars urge creation of protected areas and stronger enforcement

- Published: 2026-08-31T14:36:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608310119.aspx
- anchor: #n2369682
- Companies mentioned: 全球珊瑚礁監測網、中央研究院生物多樣性研究中心、東海大學生命科學系

Facts:
- Global hard coral cover fell by about 9.5% from 2020 to 2024
- The global average was estimated at about 25.8% in 2024
- The 4th global bleaching event, declared in 2023, drove the median coral cover across the region down from 32.2% to 29.0%, a decline of 3.2 percentage points in one year
- Coverage in East Asia even increased by about 3.1 percentage points
- A relative increase of 11.1%

## Wang Xuanqi makes first college start at Taoyuan Cup; Lin Yuqing says changeup has become more effective

- Published: 2026-08-31T14:36:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608310118.aspx
- anchor: #n2369683

National Taiwan College of Physical Education pitcher Wang Xuanqi earned a win in his first college start at the Taoyuan Cup. He sharpened his changeup under coach Lin Yuqing and aims to play overseas next year.

Facts:
- Wang Xuanqi earned a win in the first start of his college career at the Taoyuan Cup baseball tournament.
- Wang Xuanqi’s top speed reached 148 kilometers per hour.
- Wang Xuanqi aims to play overseas next year.

## School food-waste pig farming nears its end; 環境部 urges stronger food-waste awareness education

- Published: 2026-08-31T14:31:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608310117.aspx
- anchor: #n2369641
- Companies mentioned: 環境部、教育部、國民及學前教育署、清潔隊、團膳業者

Facts:
- Food waste collection and transport is mainly divided into 3 categories
- Funding for food waste collection and transport mainly comes from 3 sources

## Heavy rain caused collapses and loosened soil; Chen Chi-mai says emergency response efforts will continue

- Published: 2026-08-31T14:24:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608310115.aspx
- anchor: #n2369643
- Companies mentioned: 壽山國中、壽山國小、壽山國小附設幼兒園、大地技師、結構技師、教育局

Facts:
- The current section of the slope collapse is about 40 meters long

## Chen Chong-jia registers to run for Changhua County magistrate, criticizing the blue, green and white camps for focusing only on party interests

- Published: 2026-08-31T14:24:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608310116.aspx
- anchor: #n2369642
- Companies mentioned: 台灣民眾黨

Facts:
- Paid a NT$160,000 deposit

## Air Force Strong Bow missile budget unveiled; NT$36 billion to build a mid-tier air defense network

- Published: 2026-08-31T14:22:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608310114.aspx
- anchor: #n2369581
- Companies mentioned: 中科院

The Ministry of National Defense unveiled the Air Force’s “Strong Bow missile” budget, allocating NT$36 billion to procure a medium-altitude anti-tactical ballistic missile system. The move aims to improve the armed forces’ ability to intercept Chinese ballistic missiles and establish a multilayered defense network.

## Seafarer New Star cultivation program adds 台船環海風電

- Published: 2026-08-31T14:16:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608310113.aspx
- anchor: #n2369582
- Companies mentioned: 台船環海風電工程公司、陽明海運、建華海運

The Maritime and Port Bureau announced that 台船環海風電工程公司 has joined the “Seafarer New Star Cultivation Program,” offering scholarships and career development opportunities to students in navigation and marine engineering. The program combines industry and academic resources to help students transition smoothly into careers in the maritime industry.

Facts:
- The Maritime and Port Bureau’s Seafarer New Star Cultivation Program began in 111年.
- 台船環海風電工程公司 joined the Seafarer New Star Cultivation Program this year.
- The program provides participants with assistance for tuition and fees, accommodation and living expenses.
- Students in the program can receive annual assistance of up to NT$100,000 to NT$180,000.

## 川普稱伊朗哈格島被炸成碎片 附AI生成爆炸影片

- Published: 2026-08-31T14:14:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608310112.aspx
- anchor: #n2369573
- Companies mentioned: 美國、伊朗、以色列、約旦、埃及銀行、Banque Misr、阿拉伯聯合大公國、美國財政部、20國集團

Facts:
- Kharg Island handles 90% of 伊朗’s oil exports
- After rocket launchers on Larak Island, 伊朗 responded by attacking two US bases in 約旦

## 2 police officers sentenced in final ruling for staging cases and profiting from drug seizures

- Published: 2026-08-31T14:14:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608310111.aspx
- anchor: #n2369574
- Companies mentioned: 台北市警察局、基隆市警察局第一分局、新北地檢署、新北地方法院、台灣高等法院、最高法院

Facts:
- Total profits amounted to NT$420,000
- Zhang Jinwei received NT$260,000
- Lin Bohan and Qiu Yiting each received NT$80,000
- Zhang Jinwei later obtained NT$1.3 million
- NT$140,000 each was given to Lin and Qiu

## Bessent faces multiple tests at G20 as trade imbalances, 伊朗 and US debt take center stage

- Published: 2026-08-31T14:13:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608310110.aspx
- anchor: #n2369575
- Companies mentioned: 大西洋理事會

US Treasury Secretary Bessent will attend the G20 summit, pushing policies on trade imbalances, 伊朗 sanctions and pressure from US debt, while engaging in multiple rounds of jockeying with member countries.

## Heavy rain in late August caused more than NT$200 million in agricultural losses, with Kaohsiung hardest hit

- Published: 2026-08-31T14:11:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608310109.aspx
- anchor: #n2369576
- Companies mentioned: 農業部、農糧署、漁業署、畜牧司、林業及自然保育署

Facts:
- Estimated losses to agricultural products and private facilities totaled NT$229.99 million
- Kaohsiung City: NT$59.28 million
- Yunlin County: NT$53.45 million
- Chiayi County: NT$46.34 million
- Pingtung County: NT$39.23 million
- Tainan City: NT$28.89 million
- Crop damage affected 2,810 hectares
- Damage rate: 22%
- The equivalent area with no harvest was 607 hectares
- Guava: 317 hectares affected
- Damage severity: 16%
- The equivalent area with no harvest was 51 hectares
- Livestock losses: NT$2.83 million
- Fishery losses: NT$48.15 million
- Forestry losses: NT$1.68 million

## AI spots mice’s fondness for sugary drinks; NHRI promotes humane animal research environments

- Published: 2026-08-31T14:11:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608310108.aspx
- anchor: #n2369577
- Companies mentioned: 國家衛生研究院、國立清華大學

The National Health Research Institutes and National Tsing Hua University jointly developed an AI behavioral recognition system that can accurately monitor laboratory animal behavior 24 hours a day, improving the humane treatment of animals and research efficiency. The findings were published in the journal iScience.

Facts:
- The system developed by the National Health Research Institutes and National Tsing Hua University achieves more than 80% overall accuracy in classifying behavior
- The system can identify 8 types of behavior, including drinking, eating and sleeping
- Experiments showed that mice had a 94.3% preference for sugar water

## Tainan City government visits Australia to promote agricultural products and seek long-term partnerships with distributors

- Published: 2026-08-31T14:10:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608310107.aspx
- anchor: #n2369578
- Companies mentioned: 台南市政府、昆士蘭大學、華航、長榮、僑界團體

Facts:
- The student association organizing the event estimates that about 12,000 and 15,000 people attended on the 2 days, respectively
- 昆士蘭大學台灣夜市現場近80個攤位

## President Lai wishes Tsai Ing-wen a happy birthday, thanking her for laying the groundwork for Taiwan

- Published: 2026-08-31T14:08:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608310105.aspx
- anchor: #n2369580
- Companies mentioned: Threads、LINE

President Lai Ching-te wished former president Tsai Ing-wen a happy 70th birthday on Threads. Tsai thanked him and expressed hope for the country’s continued development, signaling a positive relationship between the two.

Facts:
- A grand 70th birthday
- More than 100,000 likes

## 孔紹遜, who may become Gansu governor, escorted Hu Jintao out of 中共’s 20th Party Congress on Xi Jinping’s orders

- Published: 2026-08-31T14:08:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608310106.aspx
- anchor: #n2369579
- Companies mentioned: 中共、甘肅省委、甘肅省政府、上海市委、上海市政府、中國人民大學、中共中央辦公廳、寧夏回族自治區、中共中央黨校、新華社、中央社

Facts:
- 孔紹遜 is 57 years old
- At the closing session of 中共’s 20th Party Congress on October 22, 2022
- Transferred to 中共中央辦公廳 in December 2010
- Served as deputy director and secretary-general until April 2022

## 家登: Optimistic about the second half of the year as it rides the growth trajectory of advanced-process packaging

- Published: 2026-08-31T14:07:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608310104.aspx
- anchor: #n2369469
- Companies mentioned: 家登、CNC

Facts:
- The Japan plant is expected to begin mass production in the second half of next year or the year after

## President Lai promotes new AI development plan, aiming to train 500,000 people by 2040

- Published: 2026-08-31T14:04:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608310103.aspx
- anchor: #n2369470
- Companies mentioned: VIS MARS機器人研究社

Facts:
- Train at least 500,000 AI application professionals
- 編列新台幣400多億元預算

## 2 Taipei police officers charged over taking more than NT$7 million in bribes and leaking 901 records of personal data

- Published: 2026-08-31T14:04:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608310102.aspx
- anchor: #n2369471
- Companies mentioned: 88會館

Facts:
- Profits exceeded NT$1.6 billion
- Underground currency exchanges handled at least NT$21.7 billion
- Prosecutors seek a 15-year sentence
- Guo Zhemin sentenced to 9 years and 8 months in prison
- NT$4.144 million in cash bribes was delivered
- The officer surnamed Zheng kept NT$1.554 million
- The remaining NT$2.59 million was given to detective Liu
- Illegal profits of NT$1.149 million
- Received NT$1.915 million

## 菲律賓英雄日 小馬可仕籲全民守護國家主權

- Published: 2026-08-31T13:57:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608310101.aspx
- anchor: #n2369386
- Companies mentioned: 菲律賓、西班牙、台灣、中國、越南、印尼、馬來西亞、汶萊

Facts:
- An exclusive economic zone extending 200 nautical miles westward from the territorial sea baseline
- 10th anniversary of the 2016 South China Sea arbitration ruling

## Former Fangliao Township chief Chen Yalin sentenced to 8 years in corruption case; warrant issued after failing to appear at appeal hearing

- Published: 2026-08-31T13:41:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608310100.aspx
- anchor: #n2369331
- Companies mentioned: 枋寮鄉、屏東縣、高雄高分院、台灣高等法院高雄分院、中央社

Facts:
- Sentenced to 8 years in prison
- Deprived of civil rights for 5 years
- Kickbacks ranging from 4% to 8% of the winning bid amount
- Bribes ranging from NT$5,000 to NT$10,000 per case
- Ordered to serve 1 year in prison
- 1天1000元計算

## 台積電 advances advanced silicon system integration; silicon photonics and CoWoS boost AI performance

- Published: 2026-08-31T13:37:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608310099.aspx
- anchor: #n2369332
- Companies mentioned: 台積電

Facts:
- The world's largest CoWoS package at 5.5 times reticle size
- Yield rate above 98%
- CoWoS integrating 20 HBM units at 14 times reticle size
- A CoWoS version that can integrate 24 HBM units and is larger than 14 times reticle size
- First 200Gbps microring modulator featuring COUPE technology
- 400Gbps modulator
- Bandwidth density of 4Tbps/mm

## 喬科維奇 suffers shock US Open defeat, exits in men's singles first round

- Published: 2026-08-31T13:37:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608310098.aspx
- anchor: #n2369333
- Companies mentioned: 喬科維奇、納沃內、Mariano Navone、Novak Djokovic、Paul Goldstein

Facts:
- Argentina's world No. 48 player 納沃內
- Vying for a record 25th Grand Slam title
- Has 24 Grand Slam titles
- Record of 78 consecutive Grand Slam first-round wins
- The match lasted 4 hours and 36 minutes
- A total of 70 unforced errors

## 台積電: AI token use surges, I/O bottlenecks pose a challenge

- Published: 2026-08-31T13:36:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608310097.aspx
- anchor: #n2369334
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、國際半導體產業協會（SEMI）、矽光子產業聯盟、高盛

Facts:
- Token use by 2030 will be 24 times that of 2026
- AI computing power grows about 3 times every 2 years
- I/O performance grows only about 1.4 times every 2 years
- Optical I/O technology could deliver about 4 to 10 times greater energy efficiency
- Reduce latency by about 10 to 20 times

## Taoyuan Cup: Taiwan Beer wins 2 straight games as first-year students gain experience and the team assesses its options

- Published: 2026-08-31T13:36:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608310096.aspx
- anchor: #n2369335
- Companies mentioned: 台灣啤酒、中信科大、仰德集團、台北市大

Facts:
- 台灣啤酒 defeated 中信科大 8-4 today

## Taiwan Day heads to Poland in September; Vice President Hsiao hopes to introduce Taiwan to the world

- Published: 2026-08-31T13:36:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202608310095.aspx
- anchor: #n2369336
- Companies mentioned: 中華文化總會、MeimageDance、雷昇傳藝劇團、台北共樂軒、文化部、外交部

Facts:
- Taiwan-themed market featuring more than 10 vendors

## 國防部: 中共's threat to Taiwan has never eased, as it uses intimidation to foster an atmosphere of war preparedness

- Published: 2026-08-31T13:32:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608310094.aspx
- anchor: #n2369303
- Companies mentioned: 國防部、中共、國軍

Facts:
- “115年中共 military power report”
- Republic of China 116 fiscal-year defense budget

## China releases manufacturing and non-manufacturing PMI data; both remain in contraction in August

- Published: 2026-08-31T13:30:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608310093.aspx
- anchor: #n2369304
- Companies mentioned: 中國國家統計局、中國物流與採購聯合會、中國6家國有大型銀行

Facts:
- August manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) was 49.8%
- Non-manufacturing business activity index was 49.0%
- August manufacturing PMI rose 0.6 percentage points from the previous month
- Manufacturing PMI for large enterprises was 50.6%
- PMI for medium-sized enterprises was 49.4%
- PMI for small enterprises was 47.9%
- Production index was 50.4%
- New orders index was 50.6%
- Raw material inventory index was 48.1%
- Employment index was 48.7%
- Supplier delivery time index was 50.1%
- Construction business activity index was 46.9%
- Services business activity index was 49.3%

## 北市慶騎乘YouBike將創新高 第5億名頒2萬元券

- Published: 2026-08-31T13:29:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608310092.aspx
- anchor: #n2369305
- Companies mentioned: YouBike、微笑單車

Facts:
- Taipei has 1,794 YouBike stations
- Including 4,350 electric-assist bicycles
- A total of 27,438 bicycles deployed
- Will reach 500 million rides
- 第5億名可獲新台幣2萬元即享券
- 第5億名前後5名的使用者，則各可獲得1000元商品禮券
- Customer service hotline: 02-8978-8822

## 國防部: Comprehensive review of past budgets; postponing non-urgent projects to address the threat environment

- Published: 2026-08-31T13:28:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608310091.aspx
- anchor: #n2369306
- Companies mentioned: 國防部、中共、立法院、行政院、中央社

國防部 reviewed the five-year plan budget and will postpone non-urgent projects to optimize resources, prioritizing defense and independent procurement needs to counter 中共's gray-zone threats.

Facts:
- Republic of China 116 fiscal-year defense budget
- 國防部's “115年中共 military power report”

## 交通部 launches first-ever traffic violation-free prize draw, with TV drama star 陳珮騏 as spokesperson

- Published: 2026-08-31T13:26:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608310090.aspx
- anchor: #n2369307
- Companies mentioned: 交通部、陳珮騏、GARMIN

As part of Traffic Safety Month, the 交通部 is holding a lottery campaign to encourage motorcycle users to ride without accidents or traffic violations. 陳珮騏 is serving as the campaign ambassador.

Facts:
- More than 7,000 motorcycle shops nationwide have set up “Motorcycle Safety Stations”
- About 15 million people in Taiwan hold motorcycle licenses
- There were 175,269 motorcycle accidents from January to June 114年
- There were 168,333 accidents from January to June 115年
- The number of accidents this year fell 4.0% from the same period last year
- More than 200,000 people have registered so far
- More than 800 prizes
- Total value exceeds NT$2 million
- Including 11 motorcycles
- 10 iPhone17 phones
- 10 GARMIN smartwatches

## Traffic referendum rejected; TPP caucus hopes dedicated legal basis for fines will pass in the next session

- Published: 2026-08-31T13:26:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608310089.aspx
- anchor: #n2369308
- Companies mentioned: 台灣民眾黨、國民黨、民進黨、中選會

Facts:
- Use 100% of traffic fines for transportation improvements and public transit subsidies

## Brothers sign 11 rookies; first-round pick 許書誠 receives a NT$5.3 million signing bonus

- Published: 2026-08-31T13:23:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608310088.aspx
- anchor: #n2369153
- Companies mentioned: 中信兄弟

Facts:
- Signing bonus of NT$5.3 million
- Monthly salary of NT$60,000
- Signing bonus of NT$4.1 million
- Signing bonus of NT$3.05 million
- Signing bonus of NT$2.7 million
- Monthly salary of NT$75,000
- Signing bonus of NT$2.05 million
- Monthly salary of NT$50,000
- Signing bonus of NT$1.2 million

## Lin Yijing: Private investment in AI computing center BOO project to reach 萬 GPUs within 1 year

- Published: 2026-08-31T13:22:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608310087.aspx
- anchor: #n2369154
- Companies mentioned: 台灣通訊學會、台師大AI倫理與治理中心、星鏈（Starlink）

Facts:
- Within 1 year
- At least 1萬 GPUs of computing capacity

## Hualien search-and-rescue dog Wilson's death: Councilor accuses fire chief of covering up the case and dereliction of duty

- Published: 2026-08-31T13:20:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608310086.aspx
- anchor: #n2369155
- Companies mentioned: 花蓮縣消防局、寵物禮儀公司、內政部消防署特種搜救隊、花蓮地檢署、花蓮縣動植物防疫所、花蓮縣政府農業處

Facts:
- About 8.32 meters tall

## TPP candidates in Tainan register jointly; Ko Wen-je calls on 謝龍介 to join their campaign events

- Published: 2026-08-31T13:17:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608310085.aspx
- anchor: #n2369156
- Companies mentioned: 台湾民众党、国民党

TPP candidates in Tainan registered jointly. Ko Wen-je acknowledged that building support in southern Taiwan is difficult and called on 謝龍介 to help campaign for them.

## Japanese destroyer Chokai returns to its home port in Nagasaki, can carry Tomahawk cruise missiles

- Published: 2026-08-31T13:10:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608310084.aspx
- anchor: #n2369151

The Maritime Self-Defense Force's Aegis destroyer Chokai has gained Tomahawk missile-operating capability and returned to Sasebo base in Nagasaki. It is Japan's first vessel to have Tomahawk capability.

## On Taipei's first day of school, police mobilize across the city to ensure safe routes to school

- Published: 2026-08-31T13:05:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608310083.aspx
- anchor: #n2369048

The Taipei City Police Department launched school-area patrol operations on the first day of school, stepping up traffic control and crime-prevention outreach to ensure a safe commute to school.

## The New Taiwan dollar fell 2.7 cents at midday, temporarily closing at 31.655

- Published: 2026-08-31T13:04:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608310082.aspx
- anchor: #n2369049
- Companies mentioned: 中央社

Facts:
- Temporarily closed at 31.655
- Down 2.7 cents
- Trading volume totaled US$1.208 billion

## 北市車輛牌照註銷逾檢占8成 提醒查看行照檢驗日

- Published: 2026-08-31T13:01:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608310081.aspx
- anchor: #n2369050
- Companies mentioned: 台北市裁決所、台北市交通局、公路監理所

Facts:
- 車輛牌照註銷有8成是逾檢註銷
- A total of 3,478 license plates were revoked in year 114
- The most common reason was overdue vehicle inspections, accounting for 2,719 plates
- 約占78.2%、近8成
- The total numbers of license plates revoked from years 111 to 113 were 4,860
- 4,473 plates in year 111, accounting for 92.0%
- 4,295 plates in year 112, accounting for 83.8%
- 3,214 plates in year 113, accounting for 81%
- Vehicle owners face fines of at least 900 yuan and no more than 1,800 yuan
- Fines of at least 3,600 yuan and no more than 36,000 yuan may be imposed

## Lin ChenyYou espionage case: Health Ministry contract associate research fellow indicted over alleged bribery and leaking of secrets

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:57:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608310080.aspx
- anchor: #n2368981
- Companies mentioned: 衛生福利部、中天電視台

Facts:
- A monthly payment of NT$5,000
- A 12-year prison sentence was sought as an aggravating punishment

## New policies in September ease subsidies for fluoride treatments for children and expand coverage of cholesterol-lowering drugs

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:56:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608310079.aspx
- anchor: #n2368982
- Companies mentioned: 衛福部、健保署、國健署

Facts:
- An additional 128,055 people benefited in 1 year
- Serves about 1.17 million people annually
- An estimated 1.05 million people will benefit
- About 2.28 billion yuan in drug costs will be covered
- An estimated 18 to 28 people will receive treatment
- About 183 million yuan in drug costs will be covered
- For the 2 indications, the number of new users is estimated at about 8 to 5 people from the 1st year to the 5th year
- About 85 million yuan in drug costs will be covered
- 全民健康保險加碼約68.6億元

## Carbon fee funds 200 million toward a just transition; National Development Council reviews cross-ministry plans

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:53:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608310078.aspx
- anchor: #n2368983

The Environment Ministry announced it would allocate NT$200 million from the greenhouse gas management fund to support a just transition. It will promote 5 major programs to help workers and industries shift to net zero.

## 中國修訂國防動員法 綠：台灣應提升防衛韌性

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:52:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608310077.aspx
- anchor: #n2368984
- Companies mentioned: 中國、台灣、民進黨、金融時報

Facts:
- 中國10月1日起將實施新修訂的國防動員法

## Manufacturing sector flashes prosperity red light in July for first time in 5 years; outlook for second-half momentum remains uncertain

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608310076.aspx
- anchor: #n2368985

Taiwan's manufacturing business climate indicator for July turned red, signaling prosperity, for the first time in 5 years. AI demand and inventory restocking drove the change, though concerns were also raised about slower growth in the second half of the year.

Facts:
- The manufacturing climate indicator turned red in July, signaling “prosperity”
- The manufacturing climate indicator rose 2.03 points month on month to 18.57
- The climate indicator for the computer, electronic products and optical products industry remained red, signaling prosperity
- The climate indicator for the plastics and rubber products industry changed from yellow-red to red
- The year-on-year growth rate of U.S. exports of information, communications and audiovisual products fell from 267.6% in January this year to 28% in July

## AI investment drives earnings growth; tech giants' profits rise by US$160 billion

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:48:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608310069.aspx
- anchor: #n2368897
- Companies mentioned: Alphabet、亞馬遜、Amazon、輝達、Nvidia、微軟、Microsoft、高盛集團、Goldman Sachs、SpaceX、谷歌、Google、OpenAI、Anthropic、英特爾、Intel、法國興業銀行、Societe Generale、北歐資產管理公司、Nordea Asset Management、Federated Hermes、花旗、Citi

Facts:
- More than US$160 billion
- About NT$5.096 trillion
- About US$69 billion
- Reached US$97.9 billion
- Reached US$53.4 billion
- Reached US$7.7 billion
- Owns nearly 123 million shares
- Revised down from about 25 times to 20 times

## 防豪雨來襲 水利署成立三級應變小組強化防汛整備

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:48:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608310075.aspx
- anchor: #n2369046
- Companies mentioned: 水利署、經濟部、第五河川分署、第六河川分署、第七河川分署、第八河川分署、南區水資源分署

Facts:
- Southwesterly winds will strengthen over August 31 and September 1

## Iceland rejects resumption of EU accession talks; EU deeply disappointed, euroskeptics cheer

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:47:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608310074.aspx
- anchor: #n2369047
- Companies mentioned: 歐洲聯盟、歐盟理事會、歐洲議會綠黨、蒙特內哥羅、阿爾巴尼亞、烏克蘭、法國極右派、英國改革黨、歐洲保守及改革黨團、北大西洋公約組織、歐盟執委會

Facts:
- Icelandic voters rejected resuming accession talks, which had been suspended for 13 years, by a margin of 52.8% to 47.2%

## Lions’ “Siraya from the Neighborhood” theme day: Chiang Chen-kai and Luo Mei-ling to throw out the first pitch on 9/6

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:45:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202608310073.aspx
- anchor: #n2368893
- Companies mentioned: 統一7-ELEVEn獅隊、台鋼雄鷹隊、中央社

## NATO bolsters military deployment in the Arctic; Russian foreign minister calls it a direct security threat

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:45:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608310072.aspx
- anchor: #n2368894
- Companies mentioned: 北大西洋公約組織、俄羅斯外交部、路透社、美國總統川普、中國、挪威

## 台青入境上海被查 國際特赦組織：有提醒應徵者勿赴中國或香港

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:44:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608310071.aspx
- anchor: #n2368895
- Companies mentioned: 國際特赦組織、Amnesty International、中央社、Threads、中國航空公司

Facts:
- 曾在國際特赦組織打工

## Car owner sues for property damage after vehicle allegedly blocking residents' access was covered with plastic film

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:41:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608310070.aspx
- anchor: #n2368896
- Companies mentioned: 臉書、Facebook

Facts:
- A 52-year-old car owner surnamed Lin
- A 48-year-old man surnamed Chang
- At around 2 a.m. today

## Raymond Greene announces initiative for U.S. students to study in Taiwan, paving the way for bilateral investment cooperation

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:39:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608310067.aspx
- anchor: #n2368844
- Companies mentioned: 美國在台協會、AIT、教育部、外交部、經濟部產業發展署、亞利桑那大學、陽明交大、國立陽明交通大學、SEMI基金會、高等教育國際合作基金會

Facts:
- 美國亞利桑那大學獲得2000萬美元捐助款
- 2 Fulbright semiconductor scholarships to be offered in 2027

## Yen again falls past 160 to the dollar; U.S. Treasury secretary says moves are controlled and orderly

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:36:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608310068.aspx
- anchor: #n2368843
- Companies mentioned: 美國財政部、日本央行、20國集團

Facts:
- 日圓28日貶破1美元兌160日圓關卡
- I've known him for 15 years

## Sony sues Anthropic, alleging it used songs without authorization to train AI

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:24:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608310066.aspx
- anchor: #n2368790
- Companies mentioned: 索尼集團、Anthropic、索尼音樂出版公司、Sony Music Publishing、SME、美國環球音樂集團、UMG、美國華納音樂集團、WMG、Udio、Suno

Facts:
- The plaintiffs are seeking up to US$150,000 for each work
- About NT$4.77 million
- Anthropic's enterprise value has reached US$965 billion
- Anthropic paid about US$1.5 billion to settle with writers

## Intergenerational exchange event brings children and seniors together to take turns caring for plants

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:16:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608310065.aspx
- anchor: #n2368781
- Companies mentioned: 老五老基金會、柴橋日照中心

Facts:
- A 6-week “Horticulture Group for Siblings of Children with Disabilities”

## Taiwan stocks fall more than 800 points intraday; CPO and memory stocks show relative strength

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:14:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202608310064.aspx
- anchor: #n2368782
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、鴻海、聯發科、台達電、立碁、全新、聯亞、創威、晶豪科、力積電、鈺創、十銓、大立光、玉晶光、欣興

Facts:
- Fell as low as 45,450 points
- The weighted index stood at 45,529.93 points
- Down 801.52 points
- A decline of 1.63%
- Trading value was about NT$600.324 billion
- The electronics subindex fell 2.12%
- The financial subindex rose 0.85%
- The over-the-counter index fell 1.89%
- 台積電 fell NT$40
- To NT$2,380
- 鴻海 fell NT$4
- To NT$249
- 聯發科 fell NT$130

## Former Zhubei city representative indicted on corruption charges for allegedly claiming more than NT$100,000 using fake lease agreements

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:11:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608310063.aspx
- anchor: #n2368783
- Companies mentioned: 竹北市民代表會、中央社

Facts:
- A total of NT$104,781
- City representatives may claim NT$3,000 per month for public service expenses

## Emei Township council chair in Hsinchu County indicted on corruption charges over allegedly falsified reimbursements

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:09:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608310053.aspx
- anchor: #n2368784
- Companies mentioned: 峨眉鄉民代表會、峨眉鄉婦女會、樂活文教協會、樂齡學習中心、新竹縣政府教育局、峨眉鄉公所

Facts:
- Nearly NT$200,000 in the chair's special allowance and council operating expenses was falsely claimed
- Wrongfully obtained NT$154,946
- Wrongfully obtained NT$42,479

## China revises National Defense Mobilization Act, extending mobilization to economic and technological sectors

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:08:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202608310052.aspx
- anchor: #n2368785
- Companies mentioned: 新華社、央廣網

Facts:
- Takes effect on October 1, 2026
- Divided into 14 chapters
- A total of 82 articles

## Typhoon Soulik may make a comeback; marine warning could be issued as early as the evening of 9/1

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:05:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608310051.aspx
- anchor: #n2368679
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中央氣象署

Facts:
- The high is forecast to reach about 32 to 34 degrees Celsius

## Yunlin folk music concert on 9/13 opens ticket registration; Pan Yueyun, Wan Fang and others to perform

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:02:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202608310050.aspx
- anchor: #n2368680
- Companies mentioned: 雲林縣政府、兩廳院、公益信託鈺齊國際慈善公益基金、財團法人雲林縣福德巧新社會福利慈善基金會

Facts:
- 雲林縣政府 will hold the “2026 Folk Music Concert” at the county stadium on September 13
- 今天下午2時起開放兩廳院售票系統線上索票
- Paper tickets will be available starting at 9 a.m. on September 1 at the service desk on the 1st floor of the Yunlin County Cultural Affairs and Tourism Office Library

## Five NT$10 million prizes from the March-April uniform-invoice lottery remain unclaimed; redemption deadline is 9/7

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:00:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202608310047.aspx
- anchor: #n2368573
- Companies mentioned: 全家Family Mart、7-ELEVEN、App Store

Facts:
- 10 million yuan
- NT$2 million
- NT$21
- NT$230
- NT$45
- NT$39
- NT$201
- NT$23
- NT$59
- NT$700
- 9 prizes remain unclaimed
- 4 prizes remain unclaimed

## President Lai: NT$20 billion to be invested annually starting in 116 to help small and medium-sized enterprises upgrade

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:00:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608310049.aspx
- anchor: #n2368571
- Companies mentioned: 中華民國工商協進會、CNN

Facts:
- NT$20 billion will be provided annually to help small and medium-sized enterprises upgrade, transform and grow
- Policies include a fund worth NT$100 billion
- Taiwan's economic growth rate reached 14.15% in the first half of this year
- The full-year economic growth rate is now forecast to reach 11.05%
- The goal is to train at least 500,000 AI application professionals by 2040
- NT$10,000 in cash will be distributed to each person next year
- A monthly growth allowance of NT$5,000 will be paid to each person aged 0 to 18

## Taiwanese officials attend the 中西部議會聯合會 event in the U.S., reaffirming complementary supply chains

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:55:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608310048.aspx
- anchor: #n2368572
- Companies mentioned: 中西部議會聯合會、MLC、SelectUSA

Facts:
- 台灣雖然只有2300多萬人口
- Taiwan became the United States' 4th-largest trading partner in 2025
- More than 50 lawmakers and representatives from 11 U.S. Midwest states and 4 Canadian Midwest provinces attended

## Woman forged Luo Yi-jun's signature and fraudulently sought a hospital bed at National Taiwan University Hospital; sentenced to 5 months

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:53:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608310046.aspx
- anchor: #n2368574
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台北地院、疫情指揮中心、疾管署、台大醫院、中央疫情指揮中心、疾病管制署、台北地檢署、IG

Facts:
- Sentenced to 5 months
- Ordered to repay the victim NT$30,000
- 未償還被害人的2萬2000元
- Transferred NT$50,000
- Handed over NT$2,000

## Fu Kun-chi: Drone legislation is difficult to pass; seize the opportunity to build a second “protective mountain”

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:52:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608310045.aspx
- anchor: #n2368575
- Companies mentioned: 國民黨

The Legislative Yuan passed the drone legislation, with NT$240 billion to be invested over 6 years to build the uncrewed vehicle industry into a second “protective mountain.”

Facts:
- NT$240 billion to be invested over 6 years
- Expected to pass at an Executive Yuan meeting on September 3

## Flash floods hit the Grand Canyon; water pipeline damaged, park rations water and bans overnight stays

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202608310043.aspx
- anchor: #n2368637
- Companies mentioned: 大峽谷國家公園、國家公園管理局、科羅拉多河、凱巴布高原、光明天使峽谷、幻影牧場、北凱巴布步道、光明天使營地

Facts:
- About 15 people are believed to be missing
- More than 20 people are believed to be missing
- A total of 62 people have been evacuated

## In an interview with foreign media about 2028, Cheng Li-wun says system will not be tailor-made for anyone

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202608310044.aspx
- anchor: #n2368635
- Companies mentioned: 國民黨、新加坡「聯合早報」、美國

Facts:
- 2028 presidential election

## Old photo falsely presented as flooding at Taipei Main Station during Typhoon Bavi to drive traffic; 北檢 indicts suspect and seeks heavy sentence

- Published: 2026-08-31T11:48:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202608310042.aspx
- anchor: #n2368638
- Companies mentioned: 台北捷運公司、北檢、北捷、台北地檢署、Threads

Facts:
- Punishable by up to 3 years in prison, detention, or a fine of up to NT$1 million

## Xiaoliuqiu and Kenting lose out! Pingtung's top 10 attractions crowned by this spot; visitors praise its many distinctive shops and pleasant walks, perfect for family outings

- Published: 2026-08-31T13:59:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11159408
- anchor: #n2369408

Pingtung's tourist attraction rankings for the first half of 2026 are out. The Shengli Star Village Creative Life Park took the top spot with more than 9.04 million visitors, surpassing Kenting and Xiaoliuqiu. Combining historic buildings with cultural and creative industries, the park has earned high praise from visitors, underscoring the rise of cultural tourism.

## Midday market focus: Taiwan stocks tumble! 欣興 and 國巨 hit by sell-offs; experts identify 8 “resilient stocks” as safe havens

- Published: 2026-08-31T13:51:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160492
- anchor: #n2369409
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、鴻海、聯發科、台達電、國喬、建準、統懋、玉晶光、AMAX-KY、瀚荃、陽程、前鼎、國巨、欣興、景碩、矽力-KY、藥華藥、嘉基、長廣、高力

Taiwan's stock market saw a broad sell-off today, with the weighted index falling more than 600 points. 欣興 and Yageo plunged 10%, while 8 stocks rose against the trend and became safe havens for funds.

## Himalayan flood disaster: Bodies of more than 100 victims begin to decompose; Nepalese authorities take DNA records before urgent burials

- Published: 2026-08-31T13:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160533
- anchor: #n2369410

A glacier collapse on the Nepal-China border triggered a massive flash flood, killing more than 800 people. With bodies severely decomposed, the government is recording DNA and urgently burying unidentified remains. International assistance has also begun.

## Defense Ministry unveils 5-year force buildup plan: domestically build a submarine rescue vessel and procure 15 key asymmetric-warfare systems from the U.S.

- Published: 2026-08-31T13:42:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160476
- anchor: #n2369411

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense submitted a 5-year force buildup plan to the Legislative Yuan on the 31st. Key priorities include domestically building a submarine rescue vessel and procuring 15 key systems from the U.S. to strengthen asymmetric capabilities and high-tech warfare.

## Taiwan's passport makes travel so convenient in 2026! More than 160 countries and territories offer visa conveniences; check stay limits for popular destinations in Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Europe and the U.S.

- Published: 2026-08-31T13:29:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11159846
- anchor: #n2369412

Taiwan's passport continues to offer greater international convenience. In 2026, more than 160 countries offer visa-free entry or other facilitated entry measures, including popular destinations in Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Europe and the U.S. Travelers should note each country's stay limits and advance requirements.

## Don't just use olive oil for stir-frying! Experts recommend 3 healthy oils that withstand high heat and produce less smoke, can help fight inflammation, and are suitable for frying, boiling and stir-frying

- Published: 2026-08-31T13:26:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11160531
- anchor: #n2369413
- Companies mentioned: 中聯油脂

Food safety experts say the latest research indicates that cooking oils rich in oleic acid, such as olive, avocado and camellia oils, may help reduce the risk of chronic inflammation and insulin resistance. They also offer guidance on healthy oils for high-temperature cooking.

## After a month of calm in the Persian Gulf conflict, U.S.-Iran clashes resume! Trump claims “Iran's Kharg Island was blown to pieces”; Iran strikes U.S. base in Jordan

- Published: 2026-08-31T13:17:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160530
- anchor: #n2369414
- Companies mentioned: Banque Misr、Gallo Partners

Trump claimed the U.S. military destroyed Iran's Kharg Island, but footage was found to be AI-generated. Iran retaliated by attacking a U.S. base in Jordan, sending oil prices higher. The escalation reflects the long-running U.S.-Iran conflict.

## Iran attacks U.S. base in Jordan in retaliation for destruction of mine-laying equipment; U.S. says all 8 missiles were intercepted

- Published: 2026-08-31T13:14:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160528
- anchor: #n2369415

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps attacked a US military base in Jordan with missiles and drones in retaliation for US strikes on facilities near the Strait of Hormuz. The US said it intercepted all the missiles.

## Do you need to signal on a curve with no junction? Court ruling is out: “A NT$6,000 ticket for a violation,” but many drivers remain unsure

- Published: 2026-08-31T13:02:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11160522
- anchor: #n2369416

In Taiwan, a driver was fined for failing to signal on a curve without a branch road, but a court overturned the penalty. The ruling has prompted a reassessment of rules on the use of turn signals.

## Today's (8/31) top stories! Senior-citizen Double Ninth Festival cash gifts in the six special municipalities arrive tomorrow! / Two longstanding national universities in Taiwan to merge; progress revealed! / Major new traffic rules to take effect nationwide in September!

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:50:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11160511
- anchor: #n2368986
- Companies mentioned: 7-ELEVEN、修平科技大学、暨南大学、中华大学、清华大学、中山大学、高雄大学

Taiwan's 六 special municipalities are starting payments of the 2026 Double Ninth Festival senior-citizen gifts, while university mergers and new traffic rules also take effect in September. Support for older people, education reform and traffic safety are in focus.

## Is the PLA accelerating preparations for joint island landings? Defense Ministry's latest military assessment says capabilities remain insufficient

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:50:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160517
- anchor: #n2368987

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense released a report on China's military power, saying that although the PLA has strengthened its sea and air blockade capabilities and firepower, it still lacks the capability for joint island landings. Such operations require landings at multiple points and sustained deployments, and current capabilities fall short.

## Transportation Ministry giveaway! Motorcyclists across Taiwan, apply now for a chance to win NT$80,000, plus NT$1,000 gift vouchers; eligibility and dates revealed

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:50:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11160516
- anchor: #n2368988
- Companies mentioned: 光陽、三陽、台灣山葉、和潤企業

The Directorate General of Highways under the 交通部 has launched a campaign for 2026 Traffic Safety Month, offering prizes through a lottery to regular motorcycle users who have no traffic violations or accidents. Early-bird registration raises the chances of winning to 2 times, encouraging participation.

## More than a universal NT$10,000 payment! Lai Ching-te proposes NT$100 billion fund, with NT$20 billion annually for small businesses to transform starting next year

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:48:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11160514
- anchor: #n2368989

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## Beijing repeatedly courts Tzuyu! China reportedly sets “a political condition” to win her over with access to its market; renewal plans draw attention

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:46:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11160496
- anchor: #n2368990
- Companies mentioned: JYPエンターテインメント、巨室音楽

The JYP contract of TWICE's Taiwanese member Tzuyu expires at the end of 2026. Reports that Chinese parties have sounded her out about entering the Chinese market on condition that she make a political statement have drawn attention.

## “No naval mines” is more than just talk: US strikes mine launchers in first airstrike on Iranian mainland targets since late July

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:43:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160512
- anchor: #n2368991

The US military carried out an airstrike on Aug. 30 against a rocket launch facility on Iran's Larak Island. The aim was to prevent the launch of rockets carrying torpedoes. It was the first strike on Iranian territory since late July, and Iran vowed retaliation.

## Could Typhoon Saudel return? Latest path for TD20 revealed, with a sea warning possibly issued on the evening of Sept. 1

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:42:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11160508
- anchor: #n2368992
- Companies mentioned: 中央気象署

The Central Weather Administration said tropical depression TD20 near Hainan Island could strengthen again into Typhoon Sadeel. A marine warning may be issued on the night of Sept. 1, and heavy rain is a concern in central and southern Taiwan and Hualien.

## Latest Chinese Communist military power report revealed! PLA draws lessons from US-Iran and Russia-Ukraine combat experience; Defense Ministry identifies 2 major threats

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:41:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160510
- anchor: #n2368993

Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense released its 2026 report on the military power of the Chinese Communist Party, saying it is drawing on combat experience from the Russia-Ukraine war and the Middle East to strengthen saturation attacks and drone warfare, posing a serious threat to Taiwan.

## “有頭鹿” for employment: Taoyuan youth put AI to work! City offers NT$210,000 in prizes to spark creativity, with winners of the “Cultivating a New Digital Generation” plan competition announced

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:40:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160509
- anchor: #n2368994

The Taoyuan City Government held a youth AI competition, where 10 teams presented digital innovations. A Tamkang University team took first place, with NT$210,000 in total prizes to boost young people’s competitiveness in the job market.

## Heavy rain fails to dampen anti-fraud enthusiasm! 瑠公管理處 promotes sustainable integrity at Hope Plaza; senior reveals account was once emptied by a scam

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:36:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160507
- anchor: #n2368995

瑠公管理處 held an anti-fraud and sustainability outreach event at Taipei Hope Plaza, drawing participants of all ages with interactive quizzes on four themes. A senior’s experience of being scammed underscored the need for education and the close connection between public policy and everyday life.

## A table spanning two continents! ABV’s dual-brand food festival takes diners from Sicily to Mexico, with southern Italian seafood, tacos and flame-grilled steak available for a limited time

- Published: 2026-08-31T12:34:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11160505
- anchor: #n2368996

Two brands under ABV Restaurant Group have launched southern Italian and Mexican food festivals, offering limited-time menus at 5 locations through Oct. 31 and letting diners experience international flavors through food.