Taiwanese and Japanese storytellers meet in Kaohsiung, with 布芝居 and 紙芝居 sharing the stage
Summary not yet available
Facts
- 布芝居 and 紙芝居 each presented performances of about 30 minutes
Companies mentioned：高雄市立歷史博物館、翔鳳慈善關懷協會、高雄紙芝居創藝劇團
2026-09-05 15:00–18:00 JST
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One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 157 items from 4 sources; Japan, 22 items from 1 source.
One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.
Taiwan | 中央社 CNA (continued)（42）
日本防衛省 plans to develop AI satellites, hoping to shorten analysis time and boost counterattack capabilities
Summary not yet available
Facts
- 日本防衛省 plans to work with domestic Japanese companies to build a satellite prototype between 2027 and 2029
- It will be launched after 2030 to test its functions
- 中國 is also advancing the military use of AI-equipped satellites and has launched more than 10 satellites capable of processing data in space
Companies mentioned：日本防衛省、日本經濟新聞、自民黨、美國企業、美國太空軍、中國
Fired over protest of news censorship, 3 星條旗報 staffers denied injunction by court
Summary not yet available
Facts
- 星條旗報 has covered U.S. military news since the Civil War of the 1860s
Companies mentioned：星條旗報、五角大廈、美聯社、哥倫比亞廣播公司、民主捍衛基金
鴻海 posts record August revenue for the same period, sees continued 3rd-quarter growth on AI demand
Summary not yet available
Facts
- August revenue totaled NT$921.8 billion
- Down 2.61% month on month
- Up 51.98% year on year
- Revenue for the first 8 months totaled NT$6.5111 trillion
- Up 39.73% year on year
Companies mentioned：鴻海
南投縣政府 receives 2 donated “happiness buses”; biotech company hopes to serve remote areas
Summary not yet available
Facts
- 2 “happiness buses”
- Nantou County covers a vast area, accounting for about 1/9 of Taiwan’s land
- The most distant elementary school is about 3 hours from the county government headquarters
Companies mentioned：南投縣政府、品茉兒生醫科技公司
吳秀華’s support group established, 鄭麗文 presents its flag; 陳瑩 surveys heavy-rain damage to atemoya in Taitung
Summary not yet available
Facts
- From now until 2028
- I have served the local community for more than 20 years
Companies mentioned：國民黨、民進黨、農業部、農糧署、台東區農業改良場、太麻里鄉公所、太麻里地區農會
彰化 steps up inspections of livestock wastewater to improve 東螺溪 water quality, fines 59 operators NT$3.72 million
Summary not yet available
Facts
- A total of 663 on-site inspections have been conducted
- 59 businesses found in violation
- Fines totaling NT$3.72 million imposed
Companies mentioned：彰化縣環保局
浪人祭 announces new lineup, with 孫淑媚 and 盧廣仲 heading to Tainan to perform
Summary not yet available
Companies mentioned：浪人祭、孫淑媚、盧廣仲、DSPS、Srirajah Rockers、Leo王、永井琳子、貓膽汁、白頻率、Andy Maker
On debate for the 台北市 mayoral election, 蔣萬安 says he is open to discussing city affairs at an appropriate venue
Summary not yet available
Facts
- The debate organized by the government requires the agreement of 4 candidates for cross-examination to proceed
Companies mentioned：台北市、民進黨、總統府、美國國務院
卓榮泰 urges support for defense budget to help the military upgrade equipment and align with the world
Summary not yet available
Facts
- A special budget of NT$1.25 trillion was proposed
- Ultimately, only NT$780 billion was approved
Companies mentioned：行政院、立法院、國防部、經濟部
Wildfires threaten habitat in Indonesia; orangutan mother and baby rescued
Summary not yet available
Facts
- 9 orangutans have been evacuated from areas threatened by wildfires in Ketapang County, West Kalimantan Province
Companies mentioned：印尼自然復育倡議基金會（Yayasan Inisiasi Alam Rehabilitasi Indonesia，YIARI）
New Taipei tourism factories present “Career Leads to the Future,” with family activities at 林口三井
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Bringing together 13 tourism factories and industrial culture museums
Companies mentioned：林口三井、MITSUI OUTLET PARK、新北市政府經濟發展局、新北市產業觀光促進發展協會
National Taiwan Normal University combines AI with reading competition, significantly improving student scores
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Attracted 20,000 participant visits
- 6th-grade average post-test scores were 75 points higher than those of general students
- Attracted 3,300 students this year
- 484 schools took part
- Cumulative participation across past editions has surpassed 21,000
- Read an average of 10.1 books
Companies mentioned：台灣師範大學、台東縣豐田國中、台東大學附小
Explosions heard near oil hub Kharg Island; reports say Iranian tanker hit by U.S. missile
Summary not yet available
Companies mentioned：Fars News Agency、Student News Network
今田美櫻 visits Taiwan to promote 天鵝與蝙蝠, hopes to take Taiwanese tea home as a souvenir
Summary not yet available
Companies mentioned：天鵝與蝙蝠、東野圭吾、岸善幸、松村北斗、今田美櫻、羅偉恩、那些年，我們一起追的女孩、桂綸鎂
Nantou County has established 19 resilient communities, encourages incorporating disaster preparedness into daily life
Summary not yet available
Facts
- 19 resilient communities
- 27th anniversary of the 921 earthquake
Companies mentioned：南投縣政府、非政府組織
陳品安 establishes lawyers’ support group, vowing to uphold rule of law and fairness and build a happy Miaoli
Summary not yet available
Facts
- In 8 years as a Miaoli County councilor
- I have handled more than 1,000 free legal consultations
Companies mentioned：民進黨
Landslide in Gyirong, Tibet: Chinese authorities say public donations exceed 3.1 billion yuan
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Donations have exceeded 660 million yuan
- About NT$3.102 billion
- Death toll rises to 31
- 531 people missing
- 987 personal effects found
Companies mentioned：央視新聞、中國民政部
431 e-cigarette collection points across Taiwan; anonymous drop-off available starting 9/8
Summary not yet available
Facts
- 431 collection points established across Taiwan
- Fines of up to NT$100,000
- Fines of at least NT$30,000
- Fines of up to NT$100,000
- Nearly 3,000 contracted medical institutions across Taiwan
Companies mentioned：世界衛生組織
徐若熙 looks sharp in first live batting practice after surgery, eager to return to competition
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Threw 22 pitches
- Original25歲徐若熙
- Faced 7 batters
- He will have 2 to 3 more practice sessions in near-game conditions
Companies mentioned：福岡軟銀鷹隊
廖晏均 returns to Asian Games after 8 years, now a senior athlete who hopes to enjoy the experience
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Returns to the Asian Games stage after 8 years
- Original現年27歲的廖晏均
- Less than 20 days remain before the competition
- Missed the final in the women’s 100 meters at the Jakarta Asian Games by just 0.01 seconds
Companies mentioned：中央社
Diplomat: China brings geopolitical rivalry into the Pacific, disrupting regional discussions
Summary not yet available
Facts
- 55th 太平洋島國論壇（PIF）
- This year, 13 PIF members were represented by heads of state or government
- 台灣/中華民國 has participated in PIF-related mechanisms since 1993 under the name “Taiwan/Republic of China” and as a “Development Partner”
- China conducted an intercontinental ballistic missile test in the Pacific in July this year
- Leaders called on countries conducting intercontinental ballistic missile tests to “ensure transparency and provide at least 24 hours’ advance notice”
- 林佳龍 will later attend the 30th “台灣/中華民國 and Forum Countries Dialogue”
Companies mentioned：太平洋島國論壇（PIF）、帛琉共和國、諾魯、斐濟、新喀里多尼亞、萬那杜、薩摩亞、台灣/中華民國、太平洋韌性基金、2050年藍色太平洋大陸戰略、惠恕仁（Surangel Whipps, Jr.）、林佳龍
Signal failure between Pingtung and Nanzhou on 台鐵 affects 38 train services
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Total delays reach 1,041 minutes
Companies mentioned：台鐵、台鐵公司
El Niño-driven drought prompts Panama Canal to reduce ship transits
Summary not yet available
Facts
- The number of ships allowed through each day will be gradually reduced from 36 to 32 by mid-September
- About 5% of global maritime trade and about 40% of U.S. container traffic pass through the Panama Canal
- El Niño in 2023 forced the canal authority to cut daily ship transits to 22
Companies mentioned：巴拿馬運河管理局
Typhoon Saudel causes disaster; landslide in China’s Jiangxi kills 1, leaves 11 missing
Summary not yet available
Facts
- 1 dead
- 11 people missing
- 8 homes completely destroyed
- A total of 599,300 people evacuated from dangerous areas at sea and on land
- Typhoon Saudel’s life span lasted 15 days and 6 hours
Companies mentioned：中國江西省遂川縣防汛抗旱指揮部、中國中央氣象台
楊俊瀚 aims for medals at 3 consecutive Asian Games, says his form is good and he is looking forward to it
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Aiming for 3 consecutive Asian Games
- National record in the 100 meters
- After an 8-year hiatus
Companies mentioned：亞洲奧林匹克理事會（OCA）、中華奧會
75th anniversary of the Treaty of San Francisco: Yao Chia-wen says Taiwan's sovereignty belongs to the people of Taiwan
Summary not yet available
Facts
- 75th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of San Francisco
Companies mentioned：台灣國家聯盟、台灣教授協會、台灣青年世代交流協會、台灣基進黨
White House launches controversial online game; 俄羅斯方塊 company denies authorization
Summary not yet available
Facts
- The White House launched a website on the 3rd
Companies mentioned：俄羅斯方塊、The Tetris Company、SEGA、微軟、Xbox、Flappy Bird基金會、Flappy Bird Foundation
Trump seeks to restrict mail-in ballots as U.S. midterm election unfolds amid chaos
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Set to peak on Nov. 3
Companies mentioned：美國郵政管理局、U.S. Postal Service
In case involving threats to assassinate 小馬可仕, 菲律賓 vice president turns herself in at court and posts bail
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Bail for each charge is 120,000 pesos
- 36萬披索 in total for 3 charges
Companies mentioned：菲律賓、小馬可仕、羅慕德斯、國際刑事法院、DZMM電台
Mattauw大地藝術季 opens, linking 7 exhibition zones across the Zengwen River basin
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Presents 42 works by 37 artists and groups
- A 93-day artistic journey begins
- The 2026 Mattauw大地藝術季 is co-curated by 8 curators, with 14 sub-projects
- The 2026 Mattauw大地藝術季 runs from Sept. 5 to Dec. 6 across the Zengwen River basin
Companies mentioned：Mattauw大地藝術季、台南市政府文化局、中央社
“Dream of Southern Baseball” unveiled, tracing a century of baseball in Tainan
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Compiled after more than 10 years of research, fieldwork and writing
- More than 100,000 words
- 統一7-ELEVEn獅隊 has operated in Tainan for more than 30 years
Companies mentioned：中央社、國立台灣歷史博物館、國史館、統一7-ELEVEn獅隊、亞太國際棒球訓練中心
High U.S. long-term bond yields strain Bay Area homebuyers and renters alike
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Average rate on 30-year fixed-rate U.S. mortgages rises to 6.71%
- Based on a loan principal of $1 million
- About NT$31.6 million
- Monthly principal and interest payments of about $4,490
- Rise to about $6,450
- A difference of about $1,960
- Luxury home sales rose 39.3% year over year in the first half of this year
- Mid-priced home sales rose 15.1% year over year
- Median rent for a one-bedroom home rises to $4,300 a month
- Up nearly 26% from the same period last year
- The one-bedroom apartment's previous monthly rent was $3,500
- Raised to nearly $4,500
Companies mentioned：Freddie Mac、房地美、Santa Clara University、Zumper、美聯社
Pharmacy owner accused of drugging customers; pharmacists' association says case will be referred for disciplinary action, with license revocation the harshest penalty
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Ordered to suspend operations for 1 month to 1 year
Companies mentioned：藥師公會全聯會、中華民國藥師公會全國聯合會、新北市藥師公會、衛福部懲戒委員會
Whale or dolphin delights visitors at Xiaoliuqiu's Shanfu Fishing Harbor, lingering in the harbor; experts urge people not to crowd or disturb it
Summary not yet available
Facts
- 1 whale or dolphin
- 9:26
- 10:20
- Imprisonment for up to 1 year
- At least 60,000
- Up to NT$300,000
Companies mentioned：中央社、國立成功大學、海巡署、海保署
0830-0905: Weekly roundup
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Won the support of 17 of the forum's 18 members
- There are more than 3,100 “surging glaciers” worldwide
- Produces more than 1.5 million barrels a day
- Will cut 100,000 employees within 10 years
- 輝達 invests $3.5 billion in 聯發科
- NT$233.8 billion in capital injections
- Adds a further $20 billion in investment
- Industry output is forecast to strive to exceed NT$8 trillion this year
- Domestic semiconductor equipment output could exceed NT$270 billion this year
Companies mentioned：蘋果、輝達、聯發科、Google、中油、台電
Su Po-ling wins bronze in world junior open water swimming, becoming Taiwan's first
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Taiwanese rising star Su Po-ling, just 15 years old
- Men's 7.5-kilometer event
- Original以1小時23分27秒60摘下銅牌
- More than 40 countries competed
- A total of 269 competitors
- 台灣代表隊 sent 10 athletes to compete
- Original以1小時01分13秒90完賽
- Ultimately finished in 7th place
Companies mentioned：世界青少年公開水域游泳錦標賽、台灣代表隊、匈牙利
Lin Chia-lung: Unite the strengths of democratic partners to build a secure, resilient high-tech supply chain
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Produces more than 90% of the world's most advanced semiconductors
Companies mentioned：外交部、中華經濟研究院（CIER）、國際半導體產業協會（SEMI）、美國、日本、歐洲、台灣、晶三角、經濟安全、創新經濟學
Turning everyday movements into fun competitions, 弘道 helps older adults maintain independence in daily life
Summary not yet available
Facts
- More than 300 older adults took part
- Opened 14 strength-training classes in Chiayi this year
- Led older adults through 12 weeks of training to build strength
- Took part in 6 competitions in one go
- Has promoted physical fitness-related programs since 2006
Companies mentioned：弘道老人福利基金會、中央社
NYT: U.S. military leadership investigates leaks, with an unprecedented roughly 50 people taking lie detector tests
Summary not yet available
Facts
- The 聯合參謀部 has about 1,500 to 2,000 officers and officials
Companies mentioned：紐約時報、聯合參謀部、五角大廈
Tainan pomelo season: Shipping containers head overseas to target markets in Canada and Singapore
Summary not yet available
Facts
- A 白人超市 container carrying 1,250 boxes, weighing a total of 15 metric tons, departed today
- Each container holds about 2,400 boxes, weighing about 7 metric tons in total
- Tainan pomelos are grown on 1,050 hectares
- Production is estimated at 19,400 metric tons
- Sugar content is about 12 to 15 degrees
Companies mentioned：加拿大華人超市、白人超市、新台灣館、昇菘超市
Japan | PR TIMES（22）
OriginalノジマＴリーグ 2026-2027 公式戦 9月5日開催 九州カリーナ vs 木下アビエル神奈川 試合結果
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Original3-2で木下アビエル神奈川が勝利しました
Companies mentioned：ノジマＴリーグ、九州カリーナ、木下アビエル神奈川
[Celebrating 50 performances!] Adults and children alike: 500 yen for the “Little Chick Concert for Ages 0 and Up”
Summary not yet available
Facts
- 500 yen for everyone, from age 0 to adults
- The event marks its 50th performance.
Companies mentioned：横浜市磯子区民文化センター杉田劇場、音楽グループ『あゆむ』、公益財団法人 横浜市芸術文化振興財団、アイコニクス、ニックスサービス、一般財団法人地域創造
Motonosuke attends “2027 S/S Seoul Fashion Week” in Seoul, South Korea
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Sept. 3, 2026
- In a drama in 2021
Companies mentioned：IVI Entertainment、MMAM、DXTEEN、ONE LOVE ONE HEART、VIGLOO、FANY :D、BSフジ、テレビ朝日
Shisen Ishikawa, who appeared in the musical “The Prince of Tennis,” shoots his 1st photo book under the theme “a film portraying himself”! A book like a “self-introduction” is complete!!
Summary not yet available
Facts
- List price: ¥3,960
Companies mentioned：東京ニュース通信社、TOKYO NEWS magazine&mook
Inspired by the iconic aircraft of the golden age of aviation, the Douglas DC-3: AVIATOR launches its new “DOUGLAS CHRONOGRAPH” in Japan
Summary not yet available
Facts
- 45mm case diameter
- 11.25mm case thickness
- Water resistance: 10 ATM
- Maximum measuring time: 12 hours
- Battery life: approximately 54 months
- SS case × leather strap: 110,000 yen (tax included)
- SS case × Milanese bracelet: 115,500 yen (tax included)
- Rose-color case × leather strap: 132,000 yen (tax included)
- Rose-color case × Milanese bracelet: 154,000 yen (tax included)
Companies mentioned：AVIATOR、株式会社ANDOROS、Douglas DC-3、Ronda
Smartphone case brand Ciara(シアラ) to open a limited-time shop at ルミネ北千住 on Thursday, September 3, 2026!
Summary not yet available
Facts
- We will open a limited-time shop at ルミネ北千住 on Thursday, September 3, 2026.
- Customers who spend 7,700 yen or more (tax included) will receive a “Gathered Short Strap,” while supplies last.
Companies mentioned：株式会社B3、Ciara(シアラ)、ルミネ北千住、iPhone、Apple Watch、AirPods
Tokyo Station’s nostalgic bar and cafe Depot to host “A CONCERT” from September 11, where guests can enjoy how the flavor of SORACHI1984 changes depending on how it is poured
Summary not yet available
Facts
- From Friday, Sept. 11, 2026
- A menu featuring 5 varieties
- OriginalAria（アリア）｜940円
- Accord (アコール) | 960 yen
- OriginalAmabile（アマービレ）｜800円
Companies mentioned：株式会社CLASSIC、Depot、サッポロ SORACHI1984、SORACHI BASE、TAP MAESTRO
First announcement of plans for “Ikebukuro Halloween Cosplay Fest 2026,” one of Japan’s largest Halloween cosplay events! Parade featuring 400 cosplayers to return this year
Summary not yet available
Facts
- 400 cosplayers
- 10,000 yen
- 11,000 yen
- 3,480 yen
- 3,980 yen
- 4,480 yen
- 2,980 yen
- 1,480 yen
- 1,980 yen
- 500 yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社ドワンゴ、株式会社アニメイト、株式会社ハコスタ、株式会社サンシャインシティ、豊島区、キヤノンマーケティングジャパン株式会社、acosta!、池袋インバウンド推進協力会、一般社団法人Hareza池袋エリアマネジメント、インスタベース、ニコニコ
OriginalノジマTリーグ 2026-2027 公式戦 9月5日開催 T.T彩たま vs 岡山リベッツ 試合結果
Summary not yet available
Facts
- 3-1
Companies mentioned：ノジマTリーグ、T.T彩たま、岡山リベッツ
Original1年熟成の「蝉」も入った熊本の銘酒3種を飲み比べる、日本酒フェアを大阪・本町で開催｜すし酒場 にほんいち 本町店
Summary not yet available
Facts
- 3 varieties brewed in Kumamoto: “Hananoka,” “Hibari” and “Semi”
- “Semi,” carefully aged for 1 year in the brewery
- Price: 1,000 yen (tax included)
- 40 seats
Companies mentioned：株式会社N・I、すし酒場 にほんいち 本町店
Two teams who have cooked in different places meet in Arita. “arita huis × alter ego” to hold their first collaborative dinner, “OUTSIDE INN. #01”
Summary not yet available
Facts
- ¥20,000 (tax included)
- 16 people per session
Companies mentioned：株式会社 和多屋別荘、arita huis、alter ego
3D printing class 3DLab releases a free tool for creating cookie cutters from drawings or names. Data: 300 yen; printed and shipped: 3,000 yen
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Data (STL file): 300 yen
- Printed and shipped: 3,000 yen (shipping included)
Companies mentioned：3DLab、株式会社sunU、株式会社ウォーカー、ShareLab NEWS、AI・ネクストニッポン【公式】
Original内閣総理大臣宛に提出した審査請求の処理経過を問う行政文書開示請求書を内閣府に提出しました ― 厚生労働省と消費者庁の説明の不一致を対象とする審査請求、提出から4か月、通知なし
Summary not yet available
Facts
- 4 months since submission
- Statutory decision deadline (30 days in principle)
Companies mentioned：株式会社薫製倶楽部、内閣府、厚生労働省、消費者庁
From a gachapon machine comes a “language” that protects lives and crosses borders. Nakayoshi Gakuen implements “toys × EORE × literacy education” in Cambodia
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Originalカンボジア地雷対策・被害者支援庁（CMAA）の集計によると、1979年から2026年5月までに記録された地雷・不発弾等による死傷者は65,152人。
- A further 27 people were affected from January to May 2026, including 5 children under the age of 18.
- In the 2024 Southeast Asia Primary Learning Metrics assessment, reading skills among Cambodian 5th-graders improved from 2019, but 37% of pupils remained in the lowest proficiency band.
- Children from the most economically disadvantaged households scored 16 points lower in reading than those from relatively affluent households, highlighting learning disparities linked to region and family circumstances.
- According to the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology’s FY Reiwa 6 Survey on the Implementation of English Education, 52.4% of junior high school students had English proficiency equivalent to CEFR A1 or higher
- 51.6% of high school students had English proficiency equivalent to CEFR A2 or higher.
Companies mentioned：なかよし学園プロジェクト、公益信託今井記念海外協力基金、Cambodian Self-Help Demining（CSHD）、カンボジア地雷対策・被害者支援庁（CMAA）、国際地雷対策基準（IMAS）、UNICEF Cambodia
OriginalノジマTリーグ 2026-2027シーズン 公式戦 9月5日開催 琉球アスティーダ vs 静岡ジェード オーダー発表
Summary not yet available
Facts
- OriginalノジマTリーグ 2026-2027シーズン
- To be held on September 5
Companies mentioned：ノジマTリーグ、琉球アスティーダ、静岡ジェード、YouTube、Tリーグ
The 2nd cohort of the “SEKAI NI WATARU PROJECT,” an overseas study support program that develops next-generation leaders, gets fully underway!
Summary not yet available
Facts
- 6 people were selected as the 1st cohort
- 6 people selected as the 2nd cohort
- The golden age (ages 9–12)
- Starting September 5, 2026 (Sat.)
- 2026/9/5 (Sat)–2026/10/12 (Mon, national holiday)
- Overseas study was conducted in summer 2026
- Overseas study is planned for summer 2027
- Originalかの10年間でプロ棋士になるために1日何時間の勉強が必要か計算し
- Became interested in the claim that becoming a professional shogi player requires at least 10,000 hours
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人 SEKAI NI WATARU、タラ オセアン財団、株式会社宇佐美鉱油、株式会社講談社、岡畑興産株式会社、株式会社MedicalShift
OriginalCybercab（サイバーキャブ）を日本初公開
Summary not yet available
Facts
- At the “Cybercab Japan Tour,” visiting all 4 venues in Tokyo, Osaka and Nagoya in September 2026
- It is a 2-seater vehicle
- All 4 venues in Tokyo, Osaka and Nagoya
Companies mentioned：Tesla Japan、テスラ
“DigiTech Quest,” planned and hosted by 株式会社ウォーカー: a business proposal developed by students at the 2025 competition became a company and was selected for a startup support program in 岐阜県
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- Research grant of 100,000 yen
- Number installed: 1 unit each for years 1–3 of the Department of Electronic Engineering = 3 units
- Companies featured: 6
- Total display time: 914.4 hours across 3 units over 2 months, months 6–7
- Schools adopting the program: 5
Companies mentioned：株式会社ウォーカー、株式会社Rebounder、NTTドコモ、岐阜県
Celebrating the 2nd anniversary of the opening of キャノピーbyヒルトン大阪梅田! Special offers include a restaurant flash sale with discounts of up to 30% and a social media campaign to win hotel stays, as a gesture of appreciation
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Facts
- Up to 30% off
- Sept. 6, 2026
- 50ml bottle
Companies mentioned：キャノピーbyヒルトン大阪梅田、キャノピーbyヒルトン沖縄宮古島リゾート、三國蒸留所、シェルティ社、ヒルトン、キャノピー・ホテルズ
First landing totals 14.8 tons—this season’s first red snow crabs arrive at Sakaiminato! Vivid red lines the quay as crab season reaches its peak in “Crab Prefecture”
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Facts
- 411 boxes
- Around 30 companies
- About 50 people
- Original1箱あたりの最高値は89,900円
- About 150 people involved
Companies mentioned：鳥取県、境港カニ水揚げ日本一PR実行委員会、あがりみち保育園、境港大漁太鼓荒神会
OriginalノジマＴリーグ 2026-2027 公式戦 9月5日開催 九州カリーナ vs 木下アビエル神奈川 対戦オーダー発表
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- To be held on September 5
Companies mentioned：ノジマＴリーグ、九州カリーナ、木下アビエル神奈川
Marking the milestone of 55 years, limited to 55 pairs. A fusion of Travis Payne, who performs on the world stage, and traditional craftsmanship from 96KURo-design®. Connecting Japan’s traditional beauty to the future.
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Facts
- Limited to 55 pairs worldwide
- Sale price: US$500
Companies mentioned：Travis Payne、96KURo-design®、DeepLocal株式会社
Taiwan | 風傳媒（12）
Lose NT$10,000 on the MRT! “Bring 1 item into the station” and face an immediate heavy fine and refusal of carriage when you take it out; many people don't know and get fined
Taipei Metro strictly prohibits carrying knives that are not properly wrapped. Violators face a maximum fine of NT$1 million and may also face criminal liability. Many passengers have been fined because they misunderstood the rules; police urge people to keep knives sealed throughout their trip.
Companies mentioned：台北捷運公司
Chiang Wan-an and Hou You-yi join forces to back Lee Chuan! KMT camp mocks Su Chiao-hui: Embraces Hou in public, attacks him behind the scenes
KMT New Taipei mayoral candidate Lee Chuan has received joint backing from incumbent Mayor Hou You-yi and Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an. KMT voices criticized Su Chiao-hui for shifting her position, saying she cozies up to Hou in public but continues to attack him behind the scenes.
Will Indonesia's acquisition of the Garibaldi become a money pit? Retired European aircraft carrier is costly and hard to use, experts scoff: In the end, it's just for show
Indonesia is acquiring the retired aircraft carrier Garibaldi from Italy, but experts have raised concerns about its age, high maintenance costs and limited combat value. The acquisition is seen as a symbol of international prestige.
Chen Wen-hsi accuses Lai Ching-te of loving the “presidential term” more than the country, and reveals minority government's strategy to “destroy the opposition”
Veteran media figure Chen Wen-hsi criticized President Lai Ching-te for prioritizing reelection over the national interest, and said the opposition has fallen into difficulty because of its lack of experience and strategic missteps. Her comments highlight the governance crisis facing Taiwan's minority government.
Companies mentioned：風傳媒
Major new Labor Ministry policy! Retirement pension rules overhauled, “National Pension payment method has changed”; a look at the latest changes
The Ministry of Labor is introducing an automatic payment system for National Pension old-age benefits at age 65, eliminating the need to apply. After notifying beneficiaries and registering their bank accounts, payments will be deposited automatically starting the following month. The system aims to make things easier for older people and prevent missed benefits.
Chiang Wan-an's son faces backlash over exchange program in U.S.? Ling Tao slams Education Ministry as “Ministry of Investigation”: Lai Ching-te's political witch hunt is too crude
KMT Taoyuan City Councilor Ling Tao criticized the DPP for using the Education Ministry to investigate the eligibility of Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an's son for a U.S. exchange program, accusing Lai Ching-te of launching a political witch hunt. The case highlights the risk of politicizing educational institutions.
What is the point of “sticking a branch between” a motorcycle's handlebars? An expert reveals its real purpose, explaining why so many riders do it
Around Taiwan's National Sun Yat-sen University, students and residents have a custom of sticking branches into their motorcycles to keep monkeys from rummaging through the storage compartments. The local practice has spread as a useful way to prevent damage.
Will a dark chapter repeat itself? Israel urges Trump to implement “population transfer from Gaza”; hawkish defense minister says it is the only solution for peace
Israeli Defense Minister Katz expressed support for a plan to relocate more than 2 million Palestinians from Gaza abroad and signaled an intention to work with former US President Trump's proposal. The plan is suspected of violating international law and has heightened humanitarian concerns.
Could seniors’ accounts be frozen and their money become inaccessible after going unused for too long? The Banking Bureau explains; deactivation features and solutions revealed
The Financial Supervisory Commission is urging domestic banks to strengthen anti-fraud measures. 玉山銀行 will impose transaction limits on “dormant accounts” with no activity for an extended period and low balances starting Sept. 1, 2026, lowering the daily withdrawal and transfer limit to NT$20,000 to prevent fraud rings from using idle accounts for money laundering.
Companies mentioned：金融監督管理委員會、玉山銀行、台灣銀行、富邦銀行
Test drive: The rugged off-road dream for NT$849,000! Suzuki Jimny facelift upgrades revealed—is it still a classic?
Suzuki updated its Jimny, which has been in production for 55 years, with enhanced safety features and infotainment. Sales will begin at 849,000 yen. The model aims to balance everyday usability with off-road performance.
Companies mentioned：Taiwan Suzuki
Chinese tourists are no longer going to Japan! Mainland visitors flock to 1 country, surging to 3.21 million; independent travel is fun and convenient, and Taiwanese people love going there too
In the first half of 2026, South Korea became the top destination for Chinese travelers for the first time, with 3.21 million visits, while Japan fell to fourth place amid political remarks. The rise of independent travel is reshaping Asia’s tourism map.
Procurement website sent large volumes of outdated information to vendors; NCSIST admits it was hacked: a scheduled command was triggered
Taiwan's National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology mistakenly sent more than 200 outdated notices through its procurement system. It initially attributed the incident to an AI test malfunction, but in fact, external hackers had deciphered a hidden scheduling feature and executed commands. The incident exposed a security vulnerability at a key government agency.
Companies mentioned：国立中山科学研究院、聯合報、数位發展部、調査局
Taiwan | 鉅亨網（4）
U.S. stocks’ Magnificent Seven diverge from market momentum for the first time! Funds shift to memory and semiconductor stocks as tech’s leadership comes into question
The “Majestic Seven” have shown their first inverse correlation with market momentum factors. Funds are shifting to memory and semiconductor stocks, signaling a potential change in the tech-led market structure.
Companies mentioned：Apple、Microsoft、NVIDIA、Amazon、Meta、Alphabet、Tesla、Seeking Alpha、Sherwood News、iShares
Bond issuance surges, buyers retreat! El-Erian: Global government bond selloff is not over; yields still face upward pressure
Economist El-Erian warned that government and corporate overissuance of bonds, combined with a shortage of reliable buyers, would sustain government bond selloffs around the world. He particularly warned of debt risks in the UK, Japan and France.
Companies mentioned：Allianz、Federal Reserve、Norwegian Sovereign Wealth Fund
Could 輝達’s spending on AI customers turn into a bubble? Economists disagree: It could make the AI boom last longer
輝達 not only supplies AI chips but also helps customers build infrastructure through financial support. Economists say this could prolong the AI boom rather than create a bubble.
Companies mentioned：輝達、微軟、Google、Meta、Anthropic、Apollo、貝萊德、黑石、Brookfield、高盛集團、KKR、SB Energy、OpenAI
PIMCO top-performing fund exits the “Magnificent Seven,” shifts bets to Asian AI equipment suppliers
A top-performing PIMCO fund has pulled out of the US “Magnificent Seven” and shifted investments to Asian AI equipment suppliers and Chinese financial and raw-material stocks. The shift comes amid expanding AI capital spending and high valuations.
Companies mentioned：PIMCO