Rental of “capsule” accommodations may threaten public safety; Hou You-yi: Targeted inspections
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Fined NT$60,000
- Will conduct another inspection in mid-September
Companies mentioned：新北市、無黨團結聯盟、工務局、經發局、觀旅局、消防局
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Shen Po-yang proposes mountain trail policy, aiming to make Taipei Asia’s top destination for hiking tourism
Shen Po-yang unveiled a mountain trail policy for Taipei, planning to build 3 hiking tourism centers and aiming to make the city Asia’s top destination for hiking tourism.
Japan’s Q2 economic growth beats forecasts; markets expect BOJ to raise rates next week
Japan’s Q2 GDP revised up to 0.4%; markets expect the BOJ to raise rates.
Companies mentioned：日本銀行
Japanese lawmaker: Taiwan and Japan should deepen security and economic security cooperation to contribute to peace in the Indo-Pacific
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Members include Japan Innovation Party co-leader and House of Representatives member Fumitake Fujita, House of Councillors member Kaori Takagi, House of Councillors member Takumi Shibata, House of Representatives member Koichiro Ichimura, House of Representatives member Toru Azuma, House of Councillors member Naeko Ishii, House of Councillors member Daisuke Katayama, House of Councillors member Kenta Aoshima, House of Councillors member Futoshi Okazaki and House of Councillors member Megumi Ishii, among 13 people.
- Japan is actively promoting 17 strategic growth areas
Companies mentioned：日本维新会、自民党
US-Canada tariff war countdown: Canada imposes C$27.6 billion in retaliatory tariffs
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Canada imposes retaliatory tariffs on US goods worth a total of C$27.6 billion
- Canada’s retaliatory tariffs will apply to more than 700 US products
- Tariff rates range from 15% to 50%
Companies mentioned：加拿大廣播公司新聞網、美國貿易代表葛里爾、加拿大前總理克瑞強、加拿大保守黨領袖博勵治
US military to deploy F-15EX fighter jets overseas for the first time, with Okinawa as their permanent base
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Deploy 36 F-15EX jets to Kadena Air Base
- Fiscal year 2027
- October 1, 2026
- September 30, 2027
Companies mentioned：波音公司、Boeing
大樂透 Mid-Autumn Festival bonus: 70 additional NT$1 million prizes from 9/15
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Bonus prize pool totals NT$400 million
- Estimated to generate an additional NT$1.45 billion in sales
- An additional “70 prizes of NT$1 million” each draw
- A new bonus prize category: “6,000 prizes of NT$5,000”
- Sales totaled NT$141.47 billion
- Up 6.9% from the same period last year
- Scratch-card sales totaled NT$83.65 billion
- Up 13.8% year on year
- Down 1.8% year on year
- 大樂透 jackpot reaches NT$910 million
- Donates NT$25 million in prize money to charity
Companies mentioned：台彩、台灣彩券公司、大樂透、BINGO BINGO賓果賓果、39樂合彩
National Chengchi University financial literacy seminar: Zhu Li'an urges parents to teach children to distinguish “needs” from “wants”
Summary not yet available
Facts
- More than 100 parents and students attended
- Investment (50%)
- Spending (40%)
- Charitable giving (10%)
Companies mentioned：政治大學、中央社
觀光署 seeks to attract international visitors to return, using spending credits to appeal to 新加坡 and other Southeast Asian countries
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Nearly 230,000 visitors from 新加坡 had traveled to Taiwan by the end of July this year
- Starting October 10 this year, eligible international visitors returning to Taiwan may receive a stored-value spending credit of NT$5,000
- Visitors traveling with a companion may be eligible for up to NT$8,000
Companies mentioned：觀光署、馬來西亞、新加坡、台灣觀光協會、中央社
South Korea’s nominal GDP growth reaches a 47-year high; per capita GNI increasingly likely to top US$40,000
South Korea’s nominal GDP grew 26.4% year on year in Q2, a 47-year high, raising hopes that per capita GNI will exceed US$40,000.
Facts
- Real GDP grew 0.6% quarter on quarter
- Nominal GDP grew 26.4% year on year
- Per capita GNI exceeds US$40,000
- Exports, led by semiconductors, machinery and equipment, increased 1.3%
- Imports, led by automobiles, machinery and equipment, increased 0.7%
- Private consumption grew 0.4%, with increases in both goods such as home appliances and services such as dining and lodging
- Government consumption also increased 0.1%, mainly on health insurance benefit spending
- Nominal gross national income (GNI) rose 8.8% quarter on quarter in Q2
- Real GNI also increased 3.1%
Companies mentioned：三星電子
Improperly discarding weight-loss injection needles can draw a fine of up to NT$100,000; Environment Ministry urges proper disposal to prevent infection risks
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Maximum fine of NT$100,000
- There are currently 29 licenses
- 48 hospitals and 337 pharmacies have joined
- Fines of NT$1,200 to NT$100,000 may be imposed
Companies mentioned：猛健樂、週纖達、善纖達、台北市政府衛生局、北市藥師公會
艾菲爾鐵塔 closes for 1 day amid strike over accommodating religious group by requiring female employees to stay away
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Attracts nearly 7 million visitors each year
- A group of about 100 people from the Hindu BAPS sect
Companies mentioned：艾菲爾鐵塔、艾菲爾鐵塔營運管理公司（SETE）、BAPS
Taiwan Forward criticizes Traffic Safety Month, calls for reforms to road engineering and driver training
Summary not yet available
Facts
- This year’s Traffic Safety Month contract cost NT$9 million
- Traffic accidents killed 2,858 people across Taiwan last year
- Original其中機車騎士約占6成
- More than NT$550,000 was spent on prizes for just the first Traffic Safety Month raffle
Companies mentioned：台灣前進陣線、時代力量、交通部、公路局
Original美網高夫擊退同胞 8強賽將上演新舊法網冠軍對決
Summary not yet available
Facts
- 高夫, who has won 2 Grand Slam singles titles at just 22
- 18-year-old 喬維奇
- The match lasted 80 minutes
- Won 6-1, 6-4
- Won all 5 career meetings
Companies mentioned：高夫、喬維奇、安德瑞娃
東元 expands modular industrial infrastructure for AIDCs, broadening applications for green energy systems
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Target to cut operational emissions by 50% over 10 years
- Cut greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030
- Total electricity savings of 638,327 kilowatt-hours
- Reduced emissions by 302 tons of CO2e
- Annual reduction of more than 950 metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions
- Solar power facility at the Hukou plant in Hsinchu has a capacity of 1.781MW
- 東元 Group has completed solar installations with a total capacity of 17.227MW worldwide
- A total of 1,202 Taiwan renewable energy certificates were generated
- Reach 30% renewable energy use as a share of the group’s electricity consumption by 2030
- Total contracted capacity for onshore offshore wind power works exceeds 2.5GW
- Promoting a 1.5MW power conversion system for smart grid and energy storage projects
Companies mentioned：東元、鴻海集團、伸昌電機、NCL Energy
Taiwan stocks swing more than 450 points intraday; 台積電 props up market, surges to NT$2505
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Intraday high-low swing exceeds 450 points
- Rises to a high of NT$2505
- Up 47.22 points
- Trading value was about NT$554.4 billion
- The electronics subindex rose 0.06%
- The financial index rose 0.71%
- Up 1.83%
- A decline of 0.84%
- Continued to fall more than 4%
- Rose more than 5%
- Touched an intraday high of NT$192
- Priced an offering of 25 million units of overseas depositary receipts
- Each unit represents 10 common shares
- The overseas offering price was US$58.88
Companies mentioned：緯創、台積電、聯發科、大立光、華邦電、南亞科
Yen rose 4% in September; markets see Japan accelerating rate hikes
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Yen rose 1.3% against the U.S. dollar
- The exchange rate stood at 153.60 yen per U.S. dollar
- The yen briefly rose to 153.53 per dollar intraday
- Markets currently put the chance of Japan raising rates by 1 quarter-point at 80%
Companies mentioned：日經亞洲、匯豐銀行、日本政府年金投資基金、豐田汽車、村田製作所、宜得利控股、三菱日聯金融集團、金融時報
2 Hong Kong travel agencies stripped of operating licenses for coercing mainland tourists into shopping
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Spent HK$1,500 shopping
Companies mentioned：幗名旅遊有限公司、伯爵旅行社有限公司
Schools reopen as students return to campus; 教育部 urges parents to help children manage 3C use
Summary not yet available
Facts
- 30 minutes of screen time
- 10 minutes of rest
- 2 hours of outdoor activity each day
Companies mentioned：教育部
Original油品致癌物苯駢芘超標 泰山向中聯、福壽、福懋、南僑求償10億元
Summary not yet available
Facts
- Original求償新台幣10億元
- Benzopyrene detected at 4.6μg/kg, exceeding the limit
- Received results showing 8.0μg/kg, exceeding the limit
Companies mentioned：泰山企業、中聯油脂、福壽實業、福懋油脂、南僑投資控股、SGS
Tong Tzu-wei urges central and local governments to discuss Keelung MRT funding; Hsieh Kuo-liang announces senior citizens' benefits will be deposited on the 11th
Keelung mayoral candidate Tong Tzu-wei called for discussions on funding for the Keelung MRT, while incumbent Mayor Hsieh Kuo-liang announced senior citizens' benefit payments. The episode highlights both the dispute over transit construction costs and local social welfare policy as key issues in Keelung politics.
Facts
- The approved total budget for the Keelung MRT is NT$69.689 billion
- The New Taipei City Government wrote to the central government, saying the cost of the MRT from Badu in Keelung to Nangang in Taipei would exceed NT$120 billion
- This year, the central government cut NT$9 billion in transportation subsidies for MRT systems
- Next year, it will additionally cut NT$5.41 billion specifically from New Taipei City's allocation
- NT$6,500 will be deposited on the 11th into the 中華郵政 accounts of eligible recipients
- About 84,000 people will benefit
Companies mentioned：民主進步黨、中央社、中華郵政、Facebook
Zelenskyy: U.S. pushing Ukraine and Russia to ease fighting in winter and seek peace deal
Zelenskyy said the United States is pushing Russia and Ukraine to scale back hostilities over the winter and resume talks. U.S. envoys have traveled separately to Moscow and Kyiv to convey the message and discuss de-escalation measures involving energy and food shipments.
Teams from the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Toronto compete in the 52nd Formosa Cup softball tournament
The 52nd Formosa Cup softball tournament was held in Toronto, with a team from the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Toronto taking part. The long-running event not only promotes exchange among ethnic communities but also helps unite overseas Taiwanese and preserve their culture.
Facts
- The 52nd Formosa Cup softball tournament
- The 2-day tournament
- The Formosa Cup was founded in 1974 by a group of North American students
- Women players first joined in 1986
Companies mentioned：駐多倫多台北經文辦事處、多倫多台灣同鄉會、福爾摩沙盃壘球賽委員會、日本加拿大文化中心
Alzheimer's disease enters the era of disease-modifying therapies; doctor says accurate diagnosis can help patients benefit
Summary not yet available
Facts
- More than 1 year of real-world treatment and follow-up experience
Companies mentioned：中山醫學大學附設醫院
Parasites found in 2 batches of frozen beef tongue from the U.S.; 456 kilograms returned and destroyed at the border
Summary not yet available
Facts
- A total of 456 kilograms
- A total of 640 kilograms of noncompliant products
- Inspected 1,034 batches of other Vietnamese sauces
- Noncompliance rate of 0.1%
Companies mentioned：樹森開發股份有限公司、鼎勛國際有限公司
Taiwan | 風傳媒（57）
International debate》‘Trump fatigue’ is spreading! Just 三 votes could flip the congressional majority! Is the anti-Trump opposition mobilizing?
Support fatigue toward Trump is spreading among Republican lawmakers, raising concerns about its impact on the party as a whole in the midterm elections. With low approval ratings potentially translating directly into election results, efforts to rally anti-Trump forces are drawing attention.
Skipping Japan, South Korea and Thailand! Taiwanese travelers are flocking to one country, with 「2.16 million」 visitors; affordable prices, plenty of attractions and easy, enjoyable independent travel
From January to July 2026, Japan was the top overseas destination for Taiwanese travelers, with 4.67 million visitors. China surged to second place with 2.16 million, signaling a diversification of destinations. The shift in trends shown by Tourism Administration statistics is drawing attention.
Green camp's attacks over Chiang Wan-an's eldest son's U.S. trip fail to stick? Mayor's approval proves unexpectedly resilient, while Shen Po-yang draws less attention than 「Big Treasure」 Chiang Te-li
The Green camp has gone on the offensive over the exchange-student issue involving Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an’s eldest son, but TPOC analysis shows his favorability fell only slightly. The Blue camp has instead taken control of the narrative, influencing the election dynamics.
Companies mentioned：風傳媒
Breaking／After breakup with Joeman, Hsiao Yi says she contracted HPV and chlamydia, posts test results and says she was 「hurt for life」; accuses ex-boyfriend of sexual humiliation
Joeman's former girlfriend Hsiao Yi posted test results showing HPV and chlamydia infections, said Joeman may have been the source, and accused him of sexual humiliation. The case has drawn public attention to sexual health and online bullying.
Original1個字5538萬？國軍14.4億貨櫃飛彈系統「會做不會修」 預算編列引質疑
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense budgeted NT$1.44 billion in its 116-year budget for missile system production and maintenance, raising questions over the contradiction of a system that 「can be built but not repaired」. The lack of explanation has fueled allegations of budget padding and complicated Legislative Yuan review.
Ministry of Health and Welfare announces new rules! 「Effective nationwide from 9/8」; violations carry a NT$30,000 fine. What to know
The Ministry of Health and Welfare has submitted a draft amendment that would make possession of e-cigarettes punishable. Anonymous collection will begin at 431 locations nationwide on September 8, and after the measure takes effect, fines of up to 100,000 yen will be imposed.
Joeman returns and sparks another controversy! Manager says 「company rules prohibit wearing raincoats」; Hsiao Yi protests: 「It's retraumatizing」
Popular YouTuber Joeman returned after an emotional controversy, but a remark in a video—“raincoats are prohibited”—was criticized as causing secondary harm because it overlapped with his former partner’s allegations of sexual abuse. The issue has drawn a strong public reaction.
International debate》On the front line of Japan's defense against China! Amami Oshima innkeeper: 「If conflict breaks out in the Taiwan Strait, we'll inevitably be drawn in」
Amami Oshima, one of Japan's southwestern islands, has become a military front line amid tensions in the Taiwan Strait. Chinese vessels frequently pass through nearby waters, while the Self-Defense Forces' expansion of bases has prompted divided views among residents about security and risk.
Companies mentioned：ウォール・ストリート・ジャーナル
What should you do if you accidentally transfer money to the wrong account? Lawyer explains 3 steps to quickly recover the funds—even money that has been spent can be reclaimed
When a mistaken transfer sends money to someone else, a lawyer recommends following 三 steps to recover it. The advice is highly practical for the public and can help safeguard financial transactions.
Companies mentioned：喆律法律事務所
Was Yang Wen-ko hinting at Hsu Hsin-ying? Comments on 「leaving the party」 and Chen Chien-hsien's remarks about 「religion」 emerge; alarm bells ring for the Blue camp in Hsinchu?
Divisions remain after the KMT's Hsinchu County primary. Incumbent County Magistrate Yang Wen-ko and Deputy Magistrate Chen Chien-hsien publicly called for unity, with Chen emphasizing that politics should serve the people rather than be a religious experiment. The remarks have fueled concern about Hsu Hsin-ying's election prospects, while the breakdown of a Blue-White alliance adds uncertainty.
Companies mentioned：風傳媒
Test drive》Honda's iconic CR-V gets e:HEV hybrid power for the first time! What's different about driving the familiar SUV leader this time?
Honda has launched Taiwan's first hybrid CR-V SUV, the CR-V e:HEV, with prices starting at NT$1.229 million. It retains its spacious, practical design while improving driving comfort and fuel efficiency to boost its competitiveness.
Willing to take a DNA test with Kuo Li-po's son to 「clarify his parentage」? Chiang Wan-an says in frustration: 「Don't make me take a test every election」
The question of Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an’s parentage has resurfaced, with Guo Yi-hsi, son of Guo Li-bo, proposing a DNA test. Chiang said he was perplexed that the issue becomes a talking point at every election, drawing renewed attention.
Can Beijing take Taiwan by 「doing 3 things」? Chinese think tank proposes new approach to Taiwan: 「from governance to unification」; the two sides of the Strait are closer than ever to complete unification
Xu Xiaquan, a researcher at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences' Taiwan Studies Institute, has proposed a new theory of “moving from governance to unification,” saying Beijing is advancing cross-strait unification through three measures. He said the two sides are now nearing a critical stage in achieving complete unification, which carries major strategic significance.
Companies mentioned：中国社会科学院台湾研究所
Why has 台積電’s share price stalled? Experts reveal the truth behind its “aircraft-carrier-sized” market cap: the money is flowing into these stocks
台積電 has been likened to an “aircraft carrier” because of its enormous market capitalization, making it difficult for investment to quickly drive up its share price. Expert Chen Chongming analyzed the reasons for its slow gains and said market funds are shifting to smaller-cap AI stocks.
Companies mentioned：台積電、聯發科、鴻海、台達電、國巨、風傳媒
Two years after the “Golden Dragon shock,” why has there been no wave of distress sales in the housing market? Nearly 90% of Taipei homes resold at a profit; here are the three main reasons
Two years after the central bank imposed credit controls, Taipei's housing market has seen no wave of distress sales, and nearly 90% of resold homes still turned a profit. Strong stock-market performance, expectations of urban renewal and scarce locations have kept prices from collapsing.
Companies mentioned：大家房屋、住商機構
Famous Taiwan amusement park shuts down! Its massive park had 450 attractions and was “on par with Disney, but still couldn't make it”; final operating hours revealed
Original台湾桃園中壢的親子樂園「野趣森林」因公共設施競爭與營運壓力，宣布將於2026年11月30日歇業。該園以無3C、自然探索為特色，深受家庭喜愛，關閉引發社會惋惜。
Traveling to Japan? Heavy rain batters the Kanto region, causing damage; car trapped in underpass leaves 1 dead, hillside collapses
Summary not yet available
Facts
- A woman in her 60s was taken to hospital but later died
- Rainfall was especially heavy on Oshima, with at least 581 millimeters recorded in 24 hours
Companies mentioned：朝日電視台
Tech buzz》Huang Renxun spends 4千億 to buy a chatbot built just for “brats”? It was made by a French nerd!
NVIDIA is acquiring Hugging Face for about $13 billion. The deal gives it a France-founded open AI platform and strengthens its strategy to compete with OpenAI.
Companies mentioned：OpenAI、Anthropic
Why do you always have to climb a few steps to reach the entrance of an old Taiwanese apartment? It wasn't raised on purpose—the reasons may surprise you
The several steps at the entrances of Taiwan’s aging apartment buildings were originally designed for waterproofing and drainage, but as society ages, they have become obstacles for residents. The government is promoting policies to support accessibility upgrades.
Which airline has the roomiest economy-class seats? Not Emirates or Qatar! The winner offers spacious, comfortable seats, punctual takeoffs and landings, and delicious meals
A comparison of economy-class seat space at several airlines puts Wizz Air and Lufthansa at the top. The article also introduces free tips for choosing seats.
Companies mentioned：easyJet、Ryanair、Wizz Air、TAP Portugal、Lufthansa、Vueling、British Airways、KLM、Norwegian、Aer Lingus、Air Canada、American Airlines、Delta Air Lines、Emirates、Etihad Airways、Qantas、Qatar Airways、Singapore Airlines、TUI Airways、United Airlines、Virgin Atlantic
Today's (9/8) top news! Tourism Administration birthday voucher registration “closes today”! / Why did Lai Ching-te send Hung Shen-han, who called for “two-state theory,” to China? / Starting 9/11, 1 county or city to give 6,500 to residents aged 55 and older!
Today is the deadline to register for the Tourism Administration’s birthday coupons. Labor Minister Hung Shen-han is scheduled to visit China for an APEC meeting, drawing political attention. Keelung City will automatically pay 6,500 yen to residents aged 55 and older.
Will 12 new traffic rules take effect in September? Online rumors say riding without a helmet could bring a fine of more than 500; a guide to compulsory insurance and drunk-driving penalties
Originalネットで流れた「9月に12項目の交通新制」は誤情報。台湾事実查核センターが内容を検証し、多くが既存制度や誤解だと指摘。公共の誤解を解くことが重要。
Companies mentioned：台湾事実查核センター、台北市警察局交通大隊
Strait of Hormuz fully open; SEALs deployed as U.S. Navy successfully clears Iranian mines, with 20 warships standing guard
The U.S. Navy has removed Iranian mines from the Strait of Hormuz and fully reopened the shipping route. Iran has responded by declaring a new restricted navigation zone, though its effectiveness is in doubt. Geopolitical tensions continue.
Taiwan's 76-year-old legacy brand is closing! “Taipei's best mung bean cakes” to say goodbye at the end of September; longtime fans lament “the end of an era”
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Companies mentioned：春水堂
New free LINE stickers are here! 13 limited-time sets featuring “Mid-Autumn Festival greetings” and “Strange Things Institute”; these 2 sets expire tomorrow
LINE is giving away 13 types of free stickers this week. Several brands, including 中華航空 and Taiwan Business Bank, are participating, and some offers expire on September 9 and 11. The campaign aims to boost user engagement.
Companies mentioned：中華航空、臺灣企銀、LINE購物、珍珍、台北富邦銀行、交通部觀光署、新光人壽
Original退休只靠勞保勞退不夠！勞工還有1筆錢「每年領8萬元」沒滿65歲、在職都能領，申請方式一次看
Original台湾の労働者は60歳以上で退職金受給後に再就職すると、毎年1回『継続提撥退職金』として平均8万円を受給できる。手続きはオンラインまたは書面で可能。
Tech buzz》Robots and modular design have cut U.S. AI data-center construction time from 3 years to 90 days!
Construction of data centers in the United States has been shortened from 3 years to 90 days through the use of robots and modular design. The technological innovation is intended to meet AI demand and is having a major impact on the infrastructure industry.
Companies mentioned：Turner
Parents gift their child farmland worth ten million, yet the gift tax can be 0! Tax bureau reveals “1 key condition”; get it wrong within 5 years and you could face a tax bill
Gifting farmland to a child can incur 0 yen in gift tax if certain conditions are met. However, the land must continue to be used for farming for 5 years, or the tax will be assessed retroactively.
Companies mentioned：財政部、財政部南區國稅局
How much can Uber drivers earn? Is it a good job after retirement? Drivers share their actual income: beware of “2 major hidden costs”
Middle-aged and older adults are considering driving for Uber as a semi-retirement career option, but actual earnings depend on working hours, commissions and hidden costs. They should assess whether the work meets their financial expectations.
Removed his electronic ankle monitor and fled! Office director of 高金素梅 goes on the run; DPP caucus says her “innocence will forever be in question”
張俊傑, director of 高金素梅's office, was indicted on corruption allegations and fled after tampering with his electronic ankle monitor. He is wanted by the court until 2059. The DPP caucus questioned gaps in the justice system and said the incident will cast a long-term shadow over 高金素梅's political integrity.
Unplugging appliances really can save electricity! But experts warn never to unplug these “4 types of appliances”—it could raise your power bill and cause damage
Standby power consumption from home appliances can cost several thousand yen a year, but frequently unplugging certain devices, such as refrigerators and gas water heaters, can increase the risk of breakdowns.
Companies mentioned：FINANCIAL FIELD、台湾電力公司
Did the nomination of 魏平政 in Changhua backfire? He reveals why “copying Chang San-cheng” failed: the saddest part isn't the standoff with 王惠美
The Kuomintang has drafted 魏平政 to run for Changhua County magistrate, but incumbent 王惠美 has not publicly endorsed him, sparking a party unity crisis. Observers question whether the party is trying to replicate the Chang San-cheng model, saying the effort may fail because of a lack of name recognition and local ties.
The next battleground for offshore wind! Draft floating demonstration plan released; feed-in tariff to be finalized as early as year-end
The Ministry of Economic Affairs has released a draft demonstration plan for floating offshore wind power. It aims to select operators by 2027 and connect the project to the power grid by the end of 2032. The plan marks a significant step for Taiwan’s energy transition and deepwater wind development.
U.S. households are paying an extra $760 for gas; when will prices fall? U.S. energy secretary: don't trust forecasts—market signals are the best guide
Against the backdrop of military tensions with Iran, gasoline and diesel prices in the United States have surged. The energy chief has signaled that prices may fall in response to market signals. The financial burden on households is worsening.
Companies mentioned：アメリカ自動車協会 (AAA)、ブラウン大学ワトソン研究所
China's 瑞幸咖啡 expanding into Taiwan? Large numbers of “little blue deer” boxes spotted on the streets of Nanjing Fuxing; Ministry of Economic Affairs responds urgently
China’s coffee chain 瑞幸咖啡 has made moves that appear to signal preparations to enter the market in Taipei’s Nanjing Fuxing area. The Ministry of Economic Affairs is requiring a formal application through a Chinese-invested business channel, setting up a dispute with authorities.
Companies mentioned：瑞幸咖啡、順昱控股公司、肯德基、風傳媒
What should you do when your windshield fogs up while driving in the rain? Don't randomly switch between recirculation and fresh-air modes—many people get the first step wrong
Fogged-up windows are a common problem when driving in the rain. The key is to first determine whether the fog is on the inside or outside of the glass, then use the right defogging method to avoid obstructing your view through incorrect operation.
Companies mentioned：Toyota Taiwan、Hyundai
Economic buzz》Why do U.S. Treasuries keep falling? Don't blame China or Japan selling—U.S. companies competing with the White House for cash are the real cause!
The decline in U.S. Treasury prices is driven mainly not by sales from China and Japan, but by increased corporate bond issuance to fund AI investment and expectations of interest rate hikes. Capital is shifting from government bonds to corporate bonds.
Companies mentioned：Deutsche Bank
Original高鐵買票有新制度！自由座「靠1招」免臨櫃秒拿票，這4類人購票享5折優惠
Original台湾高鐵為因應雙十國慶連假，推出為期5天的疏運專案，加開88班列車並開放多元購票方式，同時提供敬老、愛心、孩童及學生5折優惠，提升旅客便利性。
Companies mentioned：LINE TODAY
Tzuyu makes a surprise appearance as host of AAA! Sharing the stage with Jang Won-young and Ji Chang-wook in Kaohsiung; the collaboration was foreshadowed as early as March
Tzuyu, the Taiwan-born member of TWICE, has been selected to host the Asia Artist Awards (AAA), which will be held in Kaohsiung in December 2026. She will co-host with Jang Wonyoung, Ji Chang-wook and Sung Han-bin, bringing fans in Taiwan the joy of her homecoming.
Give children NT$11.76 million a year with “no gift tax at all”! Tax bureau shares 1 tip: even gifts exceeding the NT$2.44 million tax-free allowance are no problem
Taiwan’s National Taxation Bureau has outlined a way for parents to provide up to 11.76 million yen in financial support when a child marries without incurring gift tax. By using the marriage gift tax exemption and the annual deduction, parents can legally make a large gift.
Companies mentioned：財政部高雄國稅局
2026: Which side is more at risk in the 六 municipalities, blue or green? He sees Lai Ching-te's predicament in “Tsai Ing-wen overseeing Su Chia-hui”: a shocking lesson may be coming
Ahead of the 2026 local elections, the campaign headquarters of Su Chiao-hui, the Democratic Progressive Party’s New Taipei mayoral candidate, has been established. Tsai Ing-wen appeared as the host, highlighting the Lai Ching-te administration’s reliance on her. The event symbolizes the party’s internal power structure and policy divisions.
“Is Chiang a better surname for a child than Kuo?” Chiang Wan-an's background sparks debate again; son of Kuo Li-po says he is willing to take a DNA test
The controversy over Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an’s ancestry has flared up again. Guo Yi-hsi, son of Guo Li-bo, has offered to cooperate with a DNA test, drawing attention to the possibility of a scientific resolution.
Weather／Is another typhoon about to form? A tropical disturbance could develop into a typhoon this weekend; the first northeast monsoon surge arrives tomorrow
The northeast monsoon is bringing cooler temperatures to northern Taiwan, and a tropical disturbance could develop into a typhoon this weekend. Weather experts urge the public to keep monitoring it. This is important weather alert information with significant implications for daily life.
Original65歲長輩免費！運動中心「隱藏版好康」被挖出：2時段免花錢用健身房、游泳池，9成人不知
Several counties and cities in Taiwan, including Taipei and New Taipei, have designated public-use hours when people aged 65 and older can use sports facilities for free. The rules vary by location, so it is important to check in advance.
Why do Taiwan's chaotic streets look so romantic through Yin Chen-hao's lens? What he really wants to capture is more than just “beauty”
Taiwanese director Yin Chen-hao portrays the romance of Taiwan's streets in the film Man in Love. Rather than polished scenery, he captures authentic scenes brimming with everyday life, emphasizing the stories of ordinary people and Taiwan's distinctive aesthetic.
Companies mentioned：台湾电影网、金马影展、Style Master、Vogue Taiwan、ELLE Taiwan、鏡週刊、放映週報
Business buzz》Electric vehicles have saved China! Daily oil use down by 1.5 million barrels＝France's entire national consumption; Wall Street Journal: this is just the beginning
Original中国の電動車普及により、毎日150万バレルの石油消費が削減された。これはフランス全土の需要に相当し、エネルギー自立と地政学的影響の兆し。中国石化も2026年に需要が8.6％減少と予測。
Companies mentioned：中国石化、Sinopec
Can Taiwan Semiconductor still be bought? UBS says Taiwan “isn't relying solely on the US”: 2026 growth forecast tops 11%, with “these countries” driving it
UBS analysis says export growth momentum from non-US markets has, for the first time, matched that from the US. Driven by AI demand, Taiwan's economic growth rate is forecast to reach 11% in 2026, reflecting its solid position in global supply chains and healthy public finances.
Companies mentioned：鴻海、輝達、康舒
Original沒工作也有錢能領！勞動部發1筆錢「每月16300元入帳」，薪資補貼資格/申請方式一次看
Taiwan’s Ministry of Labor has extended benefits for workers on unpaid leave through October 31. Workers in 9 major manufacturing industries can receive monthly wage subsidies of up to 11,500 yen and vocational training allowances of up to 16,300 yen.
Morning market update》Large-cap stocks mixed! Broad market edges down but holds 4万7; small- and mid-cap stocks surge
Taiwan's benchmark stock index edged down but held the 4万7千-point level. Large-cap stocks were mixed, with 台積電 and 聯發科 supporting the market, while small- and mid-cap stocks and theme stocks climbed strongly.
Companies mentioned：台積電、聯發科、鴻海、廣達、富邦金、國泰金、統新、瑞祺電通、恩德、榮田、漢達、浩宇生醫、東捷、世紀*、國慶科技
More than 107萬 people nationwide receive less than NT$20,000 a month in labor insurance pensions! Experts share 4 ways to boost retirement benefits, with monthly payments of NT$50,000 until death even without a job
More than 1.07 million people in Taiwan receive less than 20,000 yen a month from labor insurance pensions. Experts explain 4 strategies for increasing pension payments.
Companies mentioned：旺德富理財網、鏡新聞
Why did the Chinese Communist Party suddenly establish the “Central Social Governance Group”? It can't be found on Baidu, and Cai Qi is personally at the helm; the purpose revealed
At the end of 2025, the Chinese Communist Party established the Central Social Governance Work Leading Group, headed by Cai Qi. Its purpose is to strengthen party control over emerging economic and employment groups and increase social control, amid an expansion of political influence.
Could the next batch of soldiers in the People's Liberation Army be nonhuman? China accelerates humanoid robot development, with simulations of room-by-room combat already underway
China is accelerating the military use of humanoid robots and simulating scenarios involving an invasion of Taiwan. It has commercial advantages, but technical challenges remain before the robots can be deployed in combat.
Kim Jong Un showcases a “nuclear-grade” destroyer: Kang Kon launched at Wonsan, aimed at joint US-Japan-South Korea military exercises
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un attended the commissioning ceremony for the new destroyer Kang Kon and declared that the country would strengthen its nuclear deterrence. He made clear North Korea’s opposition to joint military drills by the United States, Japan and South Korea.
Lee Da-hye leads ONE BOY's inaugural “Ice Edge Shell 4K Fun Run”; wearing performance jackets, 千 runners experience “a breeze even when running in summer”
ONE BOY held the “Ice Peak Air Shell 4K Fun Run” in Taipei. Guest Li Duohui joined about 1,000 runners in trying out the features of the new “Ice Peak Air Shell” product. The noncompetitive fun run drew attention as a way to enjoy the event despite the summer heat.
Companies mentioned：ONE BOY、BOTO紅石榴汁、輝葉按摩椅、肯寶KB99、US優生酒精濕巾、波蜜企業、黑豆桑古魯蛋、LUCIDO倫士度、漢寶杯麵、威豹能量飲料、Our Blue Planet我們的藍星球、Heartfelt用心、KOH COCONUT酷椰嶼、湖池屋THE蝦－勁辣唐辛子口味
Is 00919 turning into a hot stock? Up 50% in the past six months, but is it still worth chasing? Expert breaks down the record high: nearly half the fund is buying financial stocks
群益台灣精選高息ETF (00919) has surged 50.46% in the past six months. Experts say the main reason is its heavy weighting in financial stocks, rather than the appeal of high dividends alone. Investors should pay attention to changes in its holdings.
Companies mentioned：富邦金、國泰金、中信金、廣達、台新新光金、華碩、凱基金
Hsieh Su-wei beats Chan Hao-ching in straight sets in US Open women's doubles! “No handshake again” after the match; Jelena Ostapenko throws up both hands
Hsieh Su-wei and Chan Hao-ching faced off in the third round of the 2026 US Open women's doubles. Hsieh and partner Jelena Ostapenko won in straight sets. Their failure to shake hands after the match drew attention, as did Ostapenko throwing up both hands.
New Taipei's 3 new green tourism routes launch on September 8: Danjiang Bridge, pottery and indigo dyeing, and human-powered ferries offer a new low-carbon experience
On September 8, 2026, the New Taipei City Tourism and Travel Department announced 3 new eco-friendly green tourism routes. The routes combine cultural experiences with low-carbon transportation in an effort to promote sustainable tourism.
Companies mentioned：財団法人塑膠工業技術發展中心
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Major international bank sounds a loud alarm! Société Générale: If the 10-year US Treasury yield tops 5.5%, stocks will be hit hard
Société Générale warned that if the 10-year US Treasury yield tops 5.5%, it will outweigh corporate earnings growth and hurt stock valuations. The warning reflects shared concerns among global financial institutions about interest rate risks.
Companies mentioned：摩根大通、巴克萊、洛克菲勒國際
Arm helps build a physical AI ecosystem; 慧友 joins as a partner to pursue a $200 billion computing opportunity
ARM has announced an embodied AI ecosystem, with Taiwan’s AAEON participating as a partner. Its expansion into robotics using AI vision technology is drawing attention.
Companies mentioned：ARM、AWS、Hugging Face、NXP、Siemens、NVIDIA
Cathay Securities' September investment outlook sees more room for the Fed to hold rates steady
Cathay Securities released its September investment outlook, saying easing US inflation and a cooling labor market give the Federal Reserve more room to keep interest rates unchanged. It also sees demand for resources such as electricity, construction and financing rising amid expanding AI investment.
System Electronics' IPC and drone businesses take shape as its second growth curve; Q4 revenue expected to rise gradually
Taiwanese industrial computer maker 系統電 reported record-high sales for August. BBU systems for AI servers and drones were the main growth drivers, and further growth is expected in the fourth quarter.
Zhonglian oil products case flares up again: Taishan files suit today against Zhonglian, Fushou, 福懋 and 南僑, seeking NT$1 billion in damages
Original泰山(1218-TW)が中聯油脂事件に関連し、中聯油脂、福壽實業、福懋、南僑の4社に対して民事訴訟を提起し、10億円の損害賠償を求めた。泰山は、これらの会社が異常情報を適切に共有しなかったため、自社の損失が拡大したと主張している。
Companies mentioned：中聯油脂、福壽實業、福懋、南僑
AI soft power links up with hardware! 00770 proposes a record-high dividend of 6 yuan, with an annualized yield near 9%
Cathay North American Technology (00770-TW) will distribute a dividend of 6 yuan, a new high, for an annualized yield of 8.77%. The ETF invests in AI hardware and software integration and holds shares in tech giants including NVIDIA and 博通, making it a market focus for AI growth.
Companies mentioned：NVIDIA、博通、美光、微软、Alphabet、苹果
〈Featured stock〉川湖's August revenue rises more than 3 times year over year, but profit-taking pressure sends shares down nearly 8%
川湖 reported August revenue of 6.47 billion yen, up 344.4% year over year and a record high. Rising demand for AI servers was behind the increase, but the stock price plunged as investors took profits.
Companies mentioned：川湖
〈Featured stock〉Semiconductor ETFs with high “積” exposure climb; 00892 rallies on 鴻勁 and 穎崴, hitting a near 2-month high
Taiwan semiconductor ETFs are strong, with the 富邦 Taiwan Semiconductor ETF (00892-TW) reaching a 2-month high. Strong performance by 台積電 and rising demand related to AI are behind the gains.
Companies mentioned：台積電、穎崴、鴻勁、旺矽、富邦、元大、中信、台新
Huawei unveils Mate XT 2 tri-fold phone; scalpers offer to buy it for customers, requiring buyers to provide their phone numbers first
Huawei has unveiled its tri-fold Mate XT 2 smartphone, prompting immediate scalping and resale by brokers. Concerns have been raised about personal information risks.
Companies mentioned：拼多多
Has Apple's reputation for premium customer service collapsed? M4 MacBook Pro still faulty after 6 repairs; replacement promised but never delivered
A user of an M4 MacBook Pro continued to experience problems after 6 repairs. Apple promised in writing to replace the device but did not follow through, raising questions about the reliability of its customer service.
Companies mentioned：Wccftech、Reddit
Calls to buy 4 major optical communications companies! Goldman Sachs sharply raises optical module forecast: Market size could reach US$148.5 billion in 2028
Goldman Sachs has raised its 2028 forecast for the optical module market to $148.5 billion. Faster AI servers and an increase in the number of modules per chip are driving the revision, with companies such as 中際旭創 set to benefit.
Companies mentioned：中際旭創、FOCI、LandMark、VPEC、ロボテック、NVIDIA、Google
Original中國8月出口成長加速 貿易順差接近8,060億美元
China’s exports accelerated, rising 25% year on year in August, while its cumulative trade surplus approached $806 billion. As U.S.-China trade tensions flare again, the United States is urging China to expand domestic demand ahead of a meeting between President Xi Jinping and President Trump.
〈Real Estate〉Japanese customer share jumps from 5% to 40% as Sinyi Realty opens Tokyo Mita store
Sinyi Realty Co., Ltd. opened its Mita store in Tokyo's Minato Ward, with Japanese customers accounting for over 40%, up from 5%. The move strengthens its local service network and reflects the success of its deep localization strategy.
Original野村投信最新台股看法--【台股操盤人筆記】資金輪動但AI規格升級仍是投資主軸
野村投信 analyzed the latest trends in Taiwan’s stock market. Upgrades to AI specifications are the main investment theme, and funds are rotating, while soaring freight rates and rising corporate capital expenditures are supporting the market.
Companies mentioned：野村投信、四大CSP、NVIDIA、Neocloud
Original蘋果採用中國記憶體要成真？長鑫科技發表聲明釋訊號
ChangXin Memory Technologies said it is willing to work with top global customers, amid reports of progress in memory supply talks with 蘋果. Improvements in technology and capacity have drawn market attention, though political risks remain.
Companies mentioned：蘋果、美光科技、三星電子、SK海力士、鎧俠
Building a silicon photonics foundry business! Samsung Electronics uses the same testing equipment as 台積電 to validate silicon photonics PICs
Samsung Electronics has adopted the same FormFactor and 旺矽 probe station used by 台積電 to build its own silicon photonics PIC wafer-testing capabilities. It expects to offer foundry services in 2027 and target the AI-driven CPO market.
Companies mentioned：台積電、FormFactor、旺矽、博通
Output in the world's second-largest sugar-producing country could fall 17%, putting the market at risk of a fresh supply shock
Thailand’s sugar production next season is expected to fall by more than 17%, due to El Niño and farmers switching to other crops. The decline in production in Thailand, the world’s second-largest sugar exporter, will have a serious impact on global supply.
Companies mentioned：Thai Sugar Millers Corp.、Goldman Sachs
《Value Investing: Latest Industry Research Report》AUO (2409-TW) enters advanced packaging with glass substrates, opening up new applications for display technology
AUO and 康寧 are collaborating to develop glass substrates, bringing display technology into advanced semiconductor packaging and expanding into AI and data center applications. The move is significant for the industry's technological transformation.
Companies mentioned：康寧