This year, Taiwan was ranked 3rd globally among non-Islamic Cooperation Organization destinations in the “Global Muslim Travel Index (GMTI)” by 萬事達卡－新月評等
3 arrested in Hong Kong on sedition charges after chanting slogans with flowers outside subway station
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Hong Kong police arrested 3 people on suspicion of sedition after they held flowers and chanted slogans outside Prince Edward MTR station. The incident reflects strict enforcement against public political expression under the national security law and carries high social sensitivity.
At his first campaign rally for a support group, Chiang Wan-an says he will launch his reelection bid from Wenshan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Chiang Wan-an launched a support group in Taipei's Wenshan District and officially began his re-election campaign ahead of the nine-in-one elections. He is highlighting his record in office and calling for the party to expand its support.
Facts
For Chiang Wan-an, the support group's founding rally was his first campaign event since entering the nine-in-one election race.
Chiang Wan-an cited the start of construction on the MRT's Southern Circular Line, the Urban Renewal Eight Arrows policy, additional points for the Senior EasyCard, and the recruitment of NVIDIA's headquarters as achievements during his term.
Chiang Wan-an appointed Kao Yi-hsiu as head of the Wenshan District support group and presented him with a campaign flag.
Waste fire and explosion in Tainan's Annan District; cleanup proceeds without need to preserve evidence
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A serious waste fire and explosion occurred on vacant land on Haidian Road in Tainan's Annan District on Aug. 22, injuring 15 people. The 3 suspects have been detained pending a court decision on their cases. The Environmental Protection Bureau confirmed on Sept. 5 that there was no need to preserve evidence and completed the cleanup and restoration.
Facts
A waste fire and explosion broke out in the early hours of Aug. 22 on vacant land in a residential area on Haidian Road in Tainan's Annan District.
The incident injured 15 people and spread to 11 homes.
The 3 suspects, a village chief surnamed Cheng and men surnamed Yang and Kung, have been approved for detention and barred from visits.
The waste piled at the site contained magnesium-aluminum compounds.
Lin Tzu-wei unexpectedly makes his CPBL pitching debut; manager Tseng says his major-league pitching experience was key
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Lin Tzu-wei unexpectedly made his CPBL pitching debut, with manager Tseng Hao-chu valuing his major-league pitching experience. He pitched 1 scoreless inning, drawing attention for his performance.
Kaohsiung reports 3 imported dengue cases; 2 girls receive medical care upon arrival, so no community spraying is needed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Kaohsiung's Department of Health announced 3 new imported dengue fever cases from overseas. Two girls were excluded from community-level disease prevention measures because they sought medical care immediately after entering Taiwan.
國際扶輪 donates high-tech rehabilitation equipment to 澎湖惠民醫院, benefiting patients
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
國際扶輪 and Manka Longshan Temple donated AI exoskeleton rehabilitation equipment to 澎湖惠民醫院 to help patients on outlying islands with smart rehabilitation and promote equal access to medical care.
Facts
The first division of 國際扶輪 District 3522 and 台北市艋舺龍山寺, among others, donated "啟而走" (keeogo) rehabilitation equipment to 澎湖惠民醫院
The equipment cost more than NT$3 million in total
keeogo is a wearable lower-limb exoskeleton device equipped with AI and physiological sensors
Shogi Japan Series JT Pro Official Tournament, Second Round, Third Match, China Tournament: Takuya Nagase, 9-dan, vs. Naohiro Ishida, 6-dan. Results from the event held on Saturday, Sept. 5, at Hiroshima Sunplaza Hall in Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture. Takuya Nagase, 9-dan, advances to the semifinals
Circle and company list released for the Sept. 27 event “VRCくりえいてぃ部 3”! VRChat integration features and a BOOTH-sponsored project will also be featured
【Supporting Noto’s recovery】“NOTO FOOD HERO's TABLE PROJECT,” offering an immersive experience of local cuisine and traditional fish sauce “ishiru” at a restaurant that recovered from the earthquake, to be held on Wednesday, Sept. 23 (national holiday)
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026 (national holiday)
※40 people total for sessions A and B (20 per session)
Commemorating the release of the film The Backrooms: “Q LIMINAL,” an immersive spatial experience that transports visitors behind reality, to run for a limited time at Ikebukuro’s サンシャインシティ from Friday, Sept. 11
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
For 10 days only
Experience duration: approximately 30 minutes
Capacity: 50 people per session
Fee: 1,500 yen (tax included)
Established: July 15, 2016
Capital: 30 million yen
Established: Feb. 5, 2007
Capital: 60 million yen
Companies mentioned：TwoGate、ギークピクチュアズ、Sheep Rhythm、ハピネットファントム・スタジオ、サンシャインシティ、プリズム、ショウエイ、no plan
Commemorating the release of the film The Backrooms! “Q LIMINAL,” an immersive spatial experience that transports visitors behind reality, to run for a limited time at Ikebukuro’s サンシャインシティ from Friday, Sept. 11
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
For 10 days only
Experience duration: approximately 30 minutes
Capacity: 50 people per session
Fee: 1,500 yen (tax included)
Capital: 60 million yen
Capital: 30 million yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社ギークピクチュアズ、TwoGate、Sheep Rhythm、サンシャインシティ、プリズム、ショウエイ、no plan、ハピネットファントム・スタジオ、A24、PC Films, LLC、Backrooms Rights LLC
REJECT's Brawl Stars division to compete in the Brawl Stars Challengers Finals in Istanbul, Turkey
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The Brawl Stars division of esports team REJECT will compete in the international tournament Brawl Stars Challengers Finals in Istanbul, Turkey. The team qualified by winning the Japan tournament and is aiming to advance to the world championships.
[STPR] AMPTAK announces a hall tour spanning 4 cities and 11 shows! FC-exclusive ticket sales for newly released equipment-restricted seats (first come, first served) begin!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
Original2026年9月5日(土)18:00より
General reserved seating: 8,800 yen (tax included)
Reserved seats with restricted views: ¥7,700 (tax included)
Hayato Kagami of にじさんじ to appear on Nico Nico Live's “Watch with VTubers! Movie Commentary Series”! Live commentary on the suspense horror film The Complex on Wednesday, September 9
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
Broadcast starts at 20:00 on Wednesday, September 9, 2026
The nonfiction book “Miichan's Confectionery Workshop,” chronicling the journey with a daughter who became a pastry chef at age 12, wins the Individual Publication Award in the 29th Japan Self-Publishing Culture Awards
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
29th Japan Self-Publishing Culture Awards
824 entries received from across Japan
70 works across 7 categories selected as finalists for the final selection
[New location] Design renovation firm ハコリノベ opens its first Tokyo location in Setagaya. A “showroom where visitors can experience life” created by renovating a condominium unit is set to open in September.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
Opening in Kamiuma, Setagaya City, Tokyo, in September 2026.
A 16-minute walk from Sangenjaya Station on the Tokyu Den-en-toshi Line
Located a 13-minute walk from Komazawa-daigaku Station.
Business hours: 10:00–18:00 (weekdays and Saturdays)
Shu-Te University freshmen dance up a storm! Departments bring the closing ceremony to life with dance performances; 48 outstanding advisers honored
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Shu-Te University’s freshman orientation camp ended on a high note with dance performances, and 48 outstanding advisers were honored. The event helped freshmen adapt and feel a sense of belonging, demonstrating the university's commitment to supporting students.
Tomorrow's weather: Conditions turn wet and cool across Taiwan! Cold air arrives this day as heavy rain continues for 3 more days; next week's forecast at a glance
CPC science program entrance exam underway! Dalin Refinery trains new energy talent, with formal employment after 6 months of training
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
CPC Corporation, Taiwan, held an entrance exam for its science program, recruiting graduates of industry-academia partnership classes at senior high schools. Successful candidates will be formally employed after 6 months of training, bolstering talent development in the energy industry. The initiative helps connect education with industry needs.
Lin Chih-hung proposes expanding Senior EasyCard use; Chen Chi-mai agrees, saying registration fees, meal costs and point accumulation can be considered
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Kaohsiung City Councilor Lin Chih-hung is proposing expanded use of the Senior EasyCard, with Mayor Chen Chi-mai expressing support. The city will consider applying it to registration fees and meal costs, as well as allowing points to accumulate, to improve seniors' quality of life.
Insufficient privacy screening in men's restroom at Starlight Waterfront; nearly 50 children suffer scrapes. Cheng Meng-ju says "passing inspection doesn't mean it's user-friendly" and urges user-testing mechanism
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Kaohsiung City Councilor Cheng Meng-ju said the men's restroom at Starlight Waterfront Park lacks adequate privacy screening and that the waterfront area has overly rough paving that caused children to suffer scrapes. She urged the city government to establish a user-testing mechanism to ensure public facilities are truly safe and functional.
Ko Chih-en speaks at temple in Linyuan, proposing transparent flood control and partnership with Su Ching-chuan to link Kaohsiung-Pingtung MRT into a shared living circle
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Kuomintang Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Ko Chih-en held a "temple-front talk" at Guangying Temple in Linyuan, joining Su Ching-chuan in promoting Kaohsiung-Pingtung MRT and flood-control cooperation. She emphasized cross-county and city integration and local development, presenting a vision of proactive governance.
More than 1,000 turn out to support Wu Yu-feng at campaign headquarters opening; Pan Men-an praises young generation taking over, and Cheng Ying-yao lauds tech capabilities
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Wu Yu-feng opened his campaign headquarters for the city council election in Kaohsiung, winning support from prominent figures including Pan Men-an and Cheng Ying-yao. He emphasized using his technology expertise to promote youth participation in politics and local development, giving the event considerable political significance.
Su Chiao-hui proposes "sweat dividends" to build a healthier New Taipei; Zhonghe's second national sports center is a priority
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
New Taipei mayoral candidate Su Chiao-hui proposed "sweat dividends" and construction of Zhonghe's second national sports center to promote exercise for all ages and build a healthy city. The proposal responds to residents' demand for sports facilities and carries significant public-policy implications.
Chiang Wan-an, Chang Li-shan and Chang Chia-chun appear together at the flower expo; Yunlin Towel Carnival opens in Taipei
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Yunlin Towel Carnival, showcasing the county's towel industry, was held in Taipei, highlighting local industry's expansion into the capital and efforts to build its brand. The Taipei mayor and Yunlin County magistrate attended, emphasizing the importance of regional development and city-to-city cooperation.
Facing accusations of breaking trust over a KMT-TPP alliance, Hsu Hsin-ying says emphatically: "I won't promise what I have no authority to decide. What I most hope for is a KMT-TPP alliance with me as its candidate"
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Hsu Hsin-ying, the Kuomintang's Hsinchu County mayoral candidate, responded to accusations of broken trust after the KMT-TPP coordination fell apart, stressing that she had no authority to promise a nomination and saying she most hoped to bring about cooperation. The dispute affects prospects for opposition coordination.
Foreign investors sold nearly NT$3 trillion in net terms over nearly 三 years, but Taiwan stocks continued to rise, largely due to the rise of ETFs and inflows of domestic funds. Small and mid-cap stocks have emerged as potential dark horses amid AI demand, showing that the market structure has changed.
A “mug steaming method” was introduced for heating frozen baozi and mantou in a microwave until fluffy. Adding moisture and circulating steam are key, and the food can be prepared in 1–2 minutes.
Seniors aged 65 and over, claim your money soon—is it invalid after 12 days? A guide to senior gift payments: benefits can exceed NT$10,000 in cash
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Taipei City Government will distribute senior gift payments before the 2026 Double Ninth Festival, offering people aged 65 and over between NT$1,500 and NT$10,000. Claiming options include bank transfer, tapping a card at convenience stores and collecting the payment at designated locations. The government also clarified online rumors that the claim period is only 12 days.
Disgusting incident at Zhongli's 錢櫃KTV! Drunk man in private room "urinates in beverage pitcher"... netizens furious: "I won't dare drink there again"
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
At 錢櫃KTV in Zhongli, Taoyuan, an intoxicated male customer was caught urinating into a shared beverage dispenser. A witness posted a video, prompting strong online condemnation. The incident has raised concerns about hygiene and damage to the company's reputation.
Threatened to stab Marcos to death? Philippine vice president faces arrest warrant, Duterte's daughter says she does not trust police
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte was issued an arrest warrant over death threats against the president and his wife, and was released on bail after being jailed. The political conflict has escalated into judicial and impeachment proceedings, putting her path to the 2028 presidential election in jeopardy.
What happens to the remaining money if someone dies just a few years after starting to receive labor insurance retirement benefits? Can family members claim any of it, or is it lost if they forget to apply?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
An explanation of the labor insurance, national pension and labor pension benefits that surviving family members can receive when a relative dies. Claims may be forfeited if not filed, making it important to check eligibility promptly.
Independent overseas travel offers flexibility and ease, so why are package tours becoming increasingly popular? A veteran traveler reveals “3 major advantages” that make it hard to go back after trying one.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Although independent travel remains the norm, overseas package tours are growing in popularity among young people. They are drawn to the convenience of having no arrangements to make, along with safety and the reassurance of having a tour guide.
Blue-White alliance talks collapse in Zhubei as both sides reveal their cards; Huang Kuo-chang blasts Hsu Hsin-ying: “Continuing to lie openly will only make things more embarrassing.”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Blue-White efforts to unite in Zhubei’s mayoral election have collapsed. People’s Party Chair Huang Kuo-chang accused Kuomintang candidate Hsu Hsin-ying of openly lying, as both sides revealed their cards and political tensions escalated.
K-pop’s overseas landscape reshuffled! U.S. becomes largest market, with 40-year-old middle-aged fans emerging as key album buyers.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
In the first half of 2026, K-pop album exports to the United States reached $74.12 million, surpassing China and Japan to make the U.S. the largest overseas market. Consumer demographics are maturing, with people in their 40s and 50s actively buying expensive box sets.
LINE may stop working! Company announces that accounts belonging to 1 group of users will be deleted and service halted starting on “this day”; users will no longer be able to log in or send messages.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
LINE will require accounts registered using Facebook alone to add a phone number by the end of 2026. Failure to comply risks account deletion and permanent loss of data.
Chiang Te-li exchange controversy! Tsao Hsing-cheng blasts Chiang Wan-an and calls for him to step down; Shen Po-yang denies lending support, says it is about protecting children.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
United Microelectronics co-founder Tsao Hsing-cheng criticized Chiang Wan-an’s son, Chiang Te-li, for a potential conflict of interest in his acceptance into a Taipei City exchange student program and called for Chiang Wan-an to resign. Shen Po-yang said the focus should be on preventing abuses in the system, not political attacks, and stressed the need to protect children.
Ministry of Transportation announces new rules! Enforcement officially begins nationwide, with violators immediately fined 1200 yuan; the latest electric two-wheeler regulations explained.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan's Ministry of Transportation and Communications will require rental operators of micro electric two-wheelers to provide safety guidance and clearly disclose compulsory insurance. Violations carry a fine of up to 1200 yuan. The measures aim to strengthen consumer protection and road safety.
Zheng Li-wen criticized as “too pro-China”? Chen Wen-chien points to major difference from Lien Chan’s visit to China at the time: “It is completely a case of the small facing the big.”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
On a program, Chen Wen-chien criticized Kuomintang Chair Zheng Li-wen as overly pro-China and lacking international negotiating experience, contrasting her with Lien Chan’s past performance during a visit to China and highlighting political weaknesses among opposition leaders.
New York Times reveals: Trump administration launches large-scale polygraph testing of military, possibly linked to ammunition shortages in Iran conflict.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Trump administration conducted polygraph tests on about 50 senior U.S. military officials as part of an investigation into leaks of classified information to the media. The probe was prompted by reports of ammunition shortages related to Iran and has significant national security implications.
S&P sounds rare credit alarm over AI infrastructure! $7 trillion capital spending black hole looms, with Amazon and Oracle facing possible downgrades.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
S&P warned that investment in AI infrastructure is overheating, with Amazon and Oracle facing credit rating downgrade risks amid $7 trillion in capital spending and uncertain returns.
New challenge for 台積電? HBM competition shifts to “base dies,” with SK海力士 considering 英特爾 for contract manufacturing.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
SK海力士 may be considering ordering the base die for HBM4E from Intel. While this could reduce reliance on 台積電, structural changes in HBM are accelerating the adoption of logic designs for base dies and the expansion of foundry involvement.
鴻海 reported August revenue of 921.766 billion yuan, up 52% year over year. Growing demand for AI and cloud services has also improved its third-quarter outlook. This is an important indicator of the strength of Taiwan's manufacturing sector.
Thousands vie to become green-collar workers! Net-zero test attendance rate tops 92%, with corporate executives and doctors among the candidates; youngest is just 17.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The Net-Zero Green Talent Development Test organized by the Ministry of Environment was held at 12 venues nationwide, recording an attendance rate of more than 92%. Test takers aged 17 to 72 from diverse backgrounds participated, reflecting growing interest in developing net-zero talent.