AI News 180m Report｜2026-08-31 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 8 of 9https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.htmlOne 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.en [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 timehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368882https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368882Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES [AI Portalize] Experienced business launch professionals provide hands-on support. Launch of an “AI new business launch support” servicehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368881https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368881Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 businesseshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368880https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368880Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368879https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368879Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Hokkaido Shimizu Town to buy the “town’s future” for up to ¥10 millionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368878https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368878Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES An official partnership creates an oshikatsu experience where fans can enjoy random merchandise with peace of mindhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368877https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368877Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368876https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368876Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES 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 sectorhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368875https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368875Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Breaking industry norms: a “self-declared salary system” in which employees set their own pay, with monthly salaries rising by up to 17%https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368874https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368874Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES Addressing the scale limitations of LINE meal support. カロサポ Connect for personal trainers and registered dietitians launches August 31https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368873https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368873Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES NTOU’s fourth report cites annual data showing zero production; Keelung fishers protest, demanding compensation rather than reliefhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369681https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369681Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:42:37 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Coral bleaching is occurring more frequently; scholars urge creation of protected areas and stronger enforcementhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369682https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369682Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:36:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Wang Xuanqi makes first college start at Taoyuan Cup; Lin Yuqing says changeup has become more effectivehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369683https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369683Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:36:33 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANational 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. School food-waste pig farming nears its end; 環境部 urges stronger food-waste awareness educationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369641https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369641Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:31:31 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Heavy rain caused collapses and loosened soil; Chen Chi-mai says emergency response efforts will continuehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369643https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369643Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:24:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Chen Chong-jia registers to run for Changhua County magistrate, criticizing the blue, green and white camps for focusing only on party interestshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369642https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369642Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:24:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Air Force Strong Bow missile budget unveiled; NT$36 billion to build a mid-tier air defense networkhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369581https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369581Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:22:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369582https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369582Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:16:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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. 川普稱伊朗哈格島被炸成碎片 附AI生成爆炸影片https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369573https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369573Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:14:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 2 police officers sentenced in final ruling for staging cases and profiting from drug seizureshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369574https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369574Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:14:16 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Bessent faces multiple tests at G20 as trade imbalances, 伊朗 and US debt take center stagehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369575https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369575Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:13:14 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAUS 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 hithttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369576https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369576Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:11:12 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA AI spots mice’s fondness for sugary drinks; NHRI promotes humane animal research environmentshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369577https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369577Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:11:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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. Tainan City government visits Australia to promote agricultural products and seek long-term partnerships with distributorshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369578https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369578Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:10:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA President Lai wishes Tsai Ing-wen a happy birthday, thanking her for laying the groundwork for Taiwanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369580https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369580Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:08:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPresident 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. 孔紹遜, who may become Gansu governor, escorted Hu Jintao out of 中共’s 20th Party Congress on Xi Jinping’s ordershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369579https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369579Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:08:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 家登: Optimistic about the second half of the year as it rides the growth trajectory of advanced-process packaginghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369469https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369469Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:07:01 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA President Lai promotes new AI development plan, aiming to train 500,000 people by 2040https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369470https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369470Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:04:59 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 2 Taipei police officers charged over taking more than NT$7 million in bribes and leaking 901 records of personal datahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369471https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369471Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:04:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 菲律賓英雄日 小馬可仕籲全民守護國家主權https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369386https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369386Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:57:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Former Fangliao Township chief Chen Yalin sentenced to 8 years in corruption case; warrant issued after failing to appear at appeal hearinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369331https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369331Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:41:52 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 台積電 advances advanced silicon system integration; silicon photonics and CoWoS boost AI performancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369332https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369332Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:37:50 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 喬科維奇 suffers shock US Open defeat, exits in men's singles first roundhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369333https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369333Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:37:48 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 台積電: AI token use surges, I/O bottlenecks pose a challengehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369334https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369334Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:36:46 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Taoyuan Cup: Taiwan Beer wins 2 straight games as first-year students gain experience and the team assesses its optionshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369335https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369335Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:36:44 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Taiwan Day heads to Poland in September; Vice President Hsiao hopes to introduce Taiwan to the worldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369336https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369336Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:36:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 國防部: 中共's threat to Taiwan has never eased, as it uses intimidation to foster an atmosphere of war preparednesshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369303https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369303Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:32:40 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA China releases manufacturing and non-manufacturing PMI data; both remain in contraction in Augusthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369304https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369304Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:30:37 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 北市慶騎乘YouBike將創新高 第5億名頒2萬元券https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369305https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369305Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:29:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 國防部: Comprehensive review of past budgets; postponing non-urgent projects to address the threat environmenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369306https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369306Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:28:33 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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. 交通部 launches first-ever traffic violation-free prize draw, with TV drama star 陳珮騏 as spokespersonhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369307https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369307Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:26:31 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAs 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. Traffic referendum rejected; TPP caucus hopes dedicated legal basis for fines will pass in the next sessionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369308https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369308Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:26:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Brothers sign 11 rookies; first-round pick 許書誠 receives a NT$5.3 million signing bonushttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369153https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369153Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:23:27 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Lin Yijing: Private investment in AI computing center BOO project to reach 萬 GPUs within 1 yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369154https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369154Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:22:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Hualien search-and-rescue dog Wilson's death: Councilor accuses fire chief of covering up the case and dereliction of dutyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369155https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369155Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:20:23 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA TPP candidates in Tainan register jointly; Ko Wen-je calls on 謝龍介 to join their campaign eventshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369156https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369156Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:17:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATPP 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 missileshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369151https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369151Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:10:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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 schoolhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369048https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369048Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:05:16 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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 31.655https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369049https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369049Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:04:14 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 北市車輛牌照註銷逾檢占8成 提醒查看行照檢驗日https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369050https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369050Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:01:12 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Lin ChenyYou espionage case: Health Ministry contract associate research fellow indicted over alleged bribery and leaking of secretshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368981https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368981Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:57:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA New policies in September ease subsidies for fluoride treatments for children and expand coverage of cholesterol-lowering drugshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368982https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368982Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:56:07 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Carbon fee funds 200 million toward a just transition; National Development Council reviews cross-ministry planshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368983https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368983Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:53:05 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368984https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368984Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:52:03 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Manufacturing sector flashes prosperity red light in July for first time in 5 years; outlook for second-half momentum remains uncertainhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368985https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368985Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:50:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan'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. AI investment drives earnings growth; tech giants' profits rise by US$160 billionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368897https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368897Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:48:24 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 防豪雨來襲 水利署成立三級應變小組強化防汛整備https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369046https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369046Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:48:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Iceland rejects resumption of EU accession talks; EU deeply disappointed, euroskeptics cheerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369047https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369047Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:47:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Lions’ “Siraya from the Neighborhood” theme day: Chiang Chen-kai and Luo Mei-ling to throw out the first pitch on 9/6https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368893https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368893Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:45:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA NATO bolsters military deployment in the Arctic; Russian foreign minister calls it a direct security threathttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368894https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368894Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:45:53 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 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https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368895https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368895Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:44:50 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Car owner sues for property damage after vehicle allegedly blocking residents' access was covered with plastic filmhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368896https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368896Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:41:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Raymond Greene announces initiative for U.S. students to study in Taiwan, paving the way for bilateral investment cooperationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368844https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368844Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:39:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Yen again falls past 160 to the dollar; U.S. Treasury secretary says moves are controlled and orderlyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368843https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368843Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:36:44 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Sony sues Anthropic, alleging it used songs without authorization to train AIhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368790https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368790Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:24:40 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Intergenerational exchange event brings children and seniors together to take turns caring for plantshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368781https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368781Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:16:37 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Taiwan stocks fall more than 800 points intraday; CPO and memory stocks show relative strengthhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368782https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368782Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:14:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Former Zhubei city representative indicted on corruption charges for allegedly claiming more than NT$100,000 using fake lease agreementshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368783https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368783Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:11:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Emei Township council chair in Hsinchu County indicted on corruption charges over allegedly falsified reimbursementshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368784https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368784Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:09:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA China revises National Defense Mobilization Act, extending mobilization to economic and technological sectorshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368785https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368785Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:08:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Typhoon Soulik may make a comeback; marine warning could be issued as early as the evening of 9/1https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368679https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368679Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:05:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Yunlin folk music concert on 9/13 opens ticket registration; Pan Yueyun, Wan Fang and others to performhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368680https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368680Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:02:06 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Five NT$10 million prizes from the March-April uniform-invoice lottery remain unclaimed; redemption deadline is 9/7https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368573https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368573Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:00:05 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA President Lai: NT$20 billion to be invested annually starting in 116 to help small and medium-sized enterprises upgradehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368571https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368571Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:00:04 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Taiwanese officials attend the 中西部議會聯合會 event in the U.S., reaffirming complementary supply chainshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368572https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368572Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:55:02 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Woman forged Luo Yi-jun's signature and fraudulently sought a hospital bed at National Taiwan University Hospital; sentenced to 5 monthshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368574https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368574Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:53:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Fu Kun-chi: Drone legislation is difficult to pass; seize the opportunity to build a second “protective mountain”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368575https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368575Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:52:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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.” Flash floods hit the Grand Canyon; water pipeline damaged, park rations water and bans overnight stayshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368637https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368637Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:50:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA In an interview with foreign media about 2028, Cheng Li-wun says system will not be tailor-made for anyonehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368635https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368635Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:50:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Old photo falsely presented as flooding at Taipei Main Station during Typhoon Bavi to drive traffic; 北檢 indicts suspect and seeks heavy sentencehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368638https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368638Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:48:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA 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 outingshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369408https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369408Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:59:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 havenshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369409https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369409Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:51:17 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 burialshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369410https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369410Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:50:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369411https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369411Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:42:12 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369412https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369412Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:29:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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-fryinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369413https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369413Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:26:56 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 Jordanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369414https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369414Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:17:52 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 interceptedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369415https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369415Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:14:46 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 unsurehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369416https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2369416Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:02:47 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368986https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368986Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:50:57 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 insufficienthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368987https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368987Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:50:55 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 revealedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368988https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368988Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:50:33 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368989https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368989Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:48:19 +0900Taiwan風傳媒 Beijing repeatedly courts Tzuyu! China reportedly sets “a political condition” to win her over with access to its market; renewal plans draw attentionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368990https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368990Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:46:33 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 Julyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368991https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368991Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:43:42 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. 1https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368992https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368992Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:42:01 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 threatshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368993https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368993Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:41:36 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 announcedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368994https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368994Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:40:20 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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 scamhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368995https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368995Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:36:33 +0900Taiwan風傳媒瑠公管理處 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 timehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368996https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260831-12/index-en-p8.html#n2368996Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:34:28 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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.