告五人 joke that their costs include fines for running overtime; they would cry if 周杰倫 were a guest
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
告五人 announced a November concert at Taipei Arena, promising a production with no budget limit. Members are preparing intensively and sharing their creative inspirations.
Facts
告五人 will perform at Taipei Arena on November 7 and 8
President calls for Taiwan and Japan to join forces and deepen cooperation to build a non-China supply chain
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Summary not yet available
Facts
馬場伸幸 personally led the association in donating 30 million yen to support post-disaster reconstruction
高市早苗 announced that 17 industries, including artificial intelligence (AI), semiconductors, quantum technology and aerospace, would be designated as key strategic investment areas
PLG’s 林秉聖 still hopes to make the national team, saying missing selection can better spur his potential
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Former CBA player 林秉聖 joined PLG’s 洋基工程. Although he did not make the Nagoya Asian Games roster, he is still actively pursuing a place on the national team and a professional league championship.
Sanying Line incorporates local culture; cross-river bridge light show becomes highlight
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The New Taipei Metro Sanying Line is promoting “transportation combined with local culture.” In addition to beautifying piers and underpasses, a nighttime light show on the bridge across the Dahan River will be a new highlight, with a special edition planned for the Mid-Autumn Festival.
U18 Asian Championship: Huang Shiyao sidelined by ankle injury; position players prepare to pitch as score widens
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan faces Thailand at the U18 Asian Championship. Catcher Huang Shiyao is out with an injury, with Yan Hao-en taking over as the starting catcher. The coaching staff will rotate pitchers depending on the game situation.
Facts
Taiwan catcher Huang Shiyao injures ankle while running the bases at the U18 Asian Baseball Championship
Examination shows no bone damage to Huang Shiyao, but there is swelling
Yan Hao-en starts at catcher against Thailand
Yang Yao-cheng starts on the mound against Thailand
Pasu La Takisli-nian can pitch and throws at speeds of up to 142 kilometers per hour
First northeast monsoon arrives on the 9th; northern areas could dip to 17 degrees overnight and at dawn
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
This year's first northeast monsoon will affect Taiwan from the 9th to the 11th. Overnight lows in the north could reach 17 degrees, while the north coast and Yilan-Hualien areas should prepare for rain on the 11th. A southerly cloud system will move north over the weekend, bringing isolated showers to the south.
Facts
Low temperatures could reach 17 degrees Celsius
Lows of about 17 to 20 degrees Celsius
About 22 to 25 degrees Celsius in other areas
As for highs, about 30 to 32 degrees tomorrow and on the 10th
Free motorcycle inspections continue through year-end; Highway Bureau to release data for the first 2 weeks next week
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Highway Bureau responded to questions about the effectiveness of inspections during Traffic Safety Month, announcing it would release actual data. It said the inspections are being conducted in partnership with 7 major automakers and that the data is accurate and the program ongoing.
Next year's unified invoice prize budget exceeds NT$19.3 billion, up 2.6% year on year
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Ministry of Finance's National Taxation Administration has earmarked NT$19.71 billion for unified invoice prizes in fiscal year 116, up 2.6% year on year. The funds will go toward prize payouts and digital system maintenance, with anti-fraud measures strengthened to ensure fair distribution.
Control Yuan asks about student exchange program to the US; Chiang Wan-an hopes for investigation in accordance with the law
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Controversy erupted after Chiang Wan-an's son was accepted into Taipei's student exchange program, with KMT councilors questioning whether the Control Yuan's involvement was politically motivated. Chiang said he welcomed scrutiny and stressed that the matter should be handled in accordance with laws and regulations.
Facts
Chiang Wan-an's eldest son was accepted into the Taipei Department of Education's international student exchange program.
The Ministry of Justice's Agency Against Corruption said the relationship must be disclosed in this case.
Possession of e-cigarettes to be penalized; Taichung sets up 32 collection points for convenient drop-off
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The central government is advancing amendments to the Tobacco Hazards Prevention Act that would penalize possession of e-cigarettes. The Taichung City Government has set up 32 anonymous collection points and urged residents to turn them in as required.
Facts
Amendments to the Tobacco Hazards Prevention Act would bring possession of e-cigarettes within the scope of administrative penalties.
Taichung City has set up 32 e-cigarette collection points.
Illegal possession of e-cigarettes could incur a fine of NT$30,000 to NT$100,000.
E-cigarettes contain batteries and pose a fire risk if discarded carelessly.
春河劇團's "Boss, A Bowl of Plain Noodles!" to run for 16 performances in a Ximen red-envelope theater special edition
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
春河劇團's musical "Boss, A Bowl of Plain Noodles!" is presenting a "Ximen Red-Envelope Theater Special Edition," with 16 performances in Taipei's Ximending starting on the 20th. The show combines red-envelope theater culture with Mengjia cuisine for an immersive experience.
E-cigarette collection drive launches; Kaohsiung sets up 43 collection points
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Health Promotion Administration has launched an e-cigarette collection program, with 43 collection points set up in Kaohsiung. The initiative encourages people to dispose of their products before regulations become stricter.
Cheng Li-chun: Plan to expand national tree cover; special legislation expected by year-end
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Deputy Premier Cheng Li-chun said the government will submit a national tree-cover climate adaptation master plan and special legislation for public tree planting and maintenance by year-end, establishing an integrated forest management system to address climate change.
Facts
The Executive Yuan expects the Ministry of Environment to submit a national tree-cover climate adaptation master plan and special legislation for public tree planting and maintenance by year-end
The core of the government's national tree-cover plan is to establish an integrated forest management system
Cheng Li-chun stressed that tree planting should focus on choosing the right species, location, methods and management
Discarded fishing nets entangle tri-spine horseshoe crabs in Kinmen; county government says it will clear or relocate them when found during patrols or through reports
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 金門縣政府 announced stepped-up patrols and measures to relocate and safeguard fishing gear in response to discarded fishing nets entangling the endangered tri-spine horseshoe crab in intertidal zones.
Facts
Once saw 4 horseshoe crabs entangled in discarded nets
At the time, only 3 surviving individuals were rescued
To be kept temporarily in the temporary holding area at Xinhu Fishing Harbor for 6 months
FIBA 3x3 Kaohsiung Challenger: Shibuya wins in qualifying-round upset
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Summary not yet available
Facts
Beat 台北永豐旺寶 21-19
Gruditis scored 34 points
And made 13 two-pointers
Aivbov claimed the tournament scoring title with 41 points
A total of 16 international teams from Taiwan, Japan, the United States, the Netherlands, Belgium, Lithuania, Canada, Spain, Serbia, Croatia, Bahrain, Singapore, Mongolia and Indonesia
The Kaohsiung Challenger has been held for 3 consecutive years
Nantou health bureau wins 8 awards in national pharmaceutical administration assessment; home medication delivery serves 3,988 people
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Nantou County Health Bureau won 8 awards in the national pharmaceutical administration assessment for its outstanding performance in conducting drug inspections and promoting home medication delivery services.
南亞 upbeat about AI application growth as electronic materials business enters a takeoff phase
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
台塑 and 南亞 are optimistic about revenue growth in the 4th quarter. 南亞 is benefiting from strong AI hardware demand, with its electronic materials business taking off; 台塑 is benefiting from peak-season demand and fewer scheduled maintenance shutdowns.
Facts
南亞 is upbeat about AI application growth, with its electronic materials business entering a takeoff phase.
台塑 forecasts a 75% operating rate in the 4th quarter.
台塑 and 南亞 both forecast higher revenue in the 4th quarter than in the 3rd quarter.
Tensions in the Middle East push oil prices above $90 a barrel.
南亞 forecasts September revenue to rise from August.
Beijing Watch》No platform commissions, no endorsement of sweatshop labor! From “Hebei Neijuan Network” to “Two-Day Weekend Shopping,” why are Chinese people using websites to fight back against involution?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Two websites in China, “Hebei Neijuan Network” and “Shuangxiu Gou,” are drawing attention as consumers push back against the country’s increasingly inward-looking industrial structure. The former introduces Hebei Province’s manufacturing industry to a global audience, while the latter serves as a platform for reflecting companies’ labor conditions in consumer choices.
Arm Everywhere China》Robots should be classified like self-driving vehicles! Arm proposes an RL0-to-RL5 classification framework, with more than 80 companies including 台積電 and Bosch joining
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Arm proposed a robot capability grading framework (RL0–RL5), with 80 companies, including 台積電 and Bosch, taking part. Modeled on the SAE levels for autonomous driving, the framework aims to standardize robot capabilities.
Arm Everywhere China》Will its self-developed AGI CPU compete with licensing customers? Executives respond; CSS N4 supports 台積電 N3, N3P and N2
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Arm unveiled its in-house-developed AGI CPU and Neoverse CSS N4, strengthening its data center strategy for the AI era. Moving beyond supplying IP licenses, the company aims to expand its market with pre-integrated solutions.
Arm Everywhere China》The era of AI agents on phones is here! First AI-native Mali GPU unveiled, neural imaging performance per watt up 4 times, C2 CPU lets smaller languages...
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
At the “Arm Everywhere China” event held in China, Arm unveiled CSS for Mobile 2, featuring an AI-native Mali GPU and C2 CPU. It will dramatically improve edge AI processing on smartphones and accelerate the practical use of agentic AI.
Restrictions on strikes out of concern foreign investors may misunderstand? South Korea amends labor regulations; demands for “N% profit-sharing” modeled on Samsung will be deemed illegal
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The South Korean government amended its labor enforcement rules to explicitly classify as illegal strikes demanding N% of operating profits. The move aims to protect companies’ management autonomy and attract foreign investment, but has also drawn criticism that it restricts workers’ bargaining rights.
2026 New Taipei City Green Living Music Festival kicks off 9/12-13! 50 market stalls and a lineup of performing bands
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Green Living Music Festival will be held at the New Taipei City Art Museum from September 12 to 13, 2026. Accomplished singers and new-generation bands will perform on 2 stages, alongside 50 creative and food booths. The event brings music and lifestyle culture together.
New Taipei City Library's “Story Adventure Team” back-to-school special exhibition features four interactive zones, revealing the magical journey of a book from creation to the shelves
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The New Taipei City Library is holding the “Story Adventure Team” special exhibition, giving children a chance to experience the bookmaking process. Four interactive zones aim to build interest in reading and encourage lasting reading habits.
Australian think tank warns: “This country” uses Chinese AI systems for surveillance, bringing “digital authoritarianism”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Australian think tank ASPI warned that Venezuela is adopting Chinese-made AI surveillance systems. This could fuel the spread of “digital authoritarianism” and pose an international risk.
Companies mentioned：The Australian Strategic Policy Institute
Nantou County government holds public and private kindergarten principals' meeting; Wang Rui-de honors outstanding childcare teams
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Nantou County held a meeting of public and private kindergarten principals on the 8th and honored outstanding childcare teams. It pledged to improve the educational environment and strengthen support for families raising children.
Tomorrow's weather／The fine weather is changing! Strengthening northeasterly monsoon brings rain to the north and east; heavier rain from this day, with the forecast for the coming week revealed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan's weather bureau forecasts a significant change in the weather from September 9. As the northeasterly monsoon strengthens, the northern and eastern parts of Taiwan will see brief showers, with heavier rain in some areas.
Exclusive／Xiao Yi tests positive for HPV and chlamydia! Can Joeman clear his name by showing a negative STI report? Medical laboratory scientist reveals a “key blind spot”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwanese influencer Xiao Yi claimed to have contracted HPV and chlamydia, implying that Joeman was the source of infection. Joeman presented a negative test report to clear his name, sparking medical and public discussion.
Does tighter trading scrutiny make it soar even higher? Sunonwealth's August revenue rises 67% year over year, its 3rd-highest ever, but shares plunge nearly 7% on the first day of restrictions
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Cooling solutions maker Sunonwealth's August revenue rose 67.2% year over year, its 3rd-highest on record. But after its share price surged in the short term, the Taipei Exchange placed the stock under trading restrictions, and it plunged nearly 7% on the first day. The divergence between fundamentals and market sentiment has caught investors' attention.
Hsinchu City's “Bamboo Health” program officially launches; Ann Kao: Bringing technology into communities and making health part of everyday life!
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Hsinchu City Government has launched the “Bamboo Health” program, integrating medical, community and technology resources to promote health management for older adults and aging in place. Mayor Ann Kao said the aim is to integrate technology into daily life and improve quality of life in old age.
China Airlines independent director's annual pay sparks controversy! KMT questions Lin Kuo-chang's qualifications; DPP counters: “It can stand up to public scrutiny”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Kuomintang questioned DPP candidate Lin Guozhang’s high compensation as an independent director at China Airlines and his lack of expertise, criticizing his political connections. Lin countered that he meets the legal standards and can withstand public scrutiny.
Taiwan's population is shrinking, but the number of households keeps growing! Up by 360,000 in a year—what is happening behind the scenes?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan’s population is shrinking, but the number of households is rising rapidly, with single-person households reaching 40.5%, pointing to increasingly smaller households. The trend is also linked to the effects of low birth rates, an aging population and tax changes.
Industry, government and academia explore new approaches to urban governance; 2026 Taichung Smart Pole Forum set for 10/2
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Taichung City Government will hold the 2026 Taichung Smart Pole Forum on Oct. 2, inviting international and industry experts to discuss the future development of smart poles as platforms for integrating urban data and to promote smart city governance and industrial transformation.
Lu Shiow-yen Makes First Successful Inspection Visit to Taichung Power Plant During Her Tenure, Urges Central Government to Honor ‘Add Gas, Remove Coal’ Pledge
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen led a delegation on its first successful inspection visit to the Taichung Power Plant, stressing that the pledge to “add gas, remove coal” must be fulfilled. She also called for gas permits and coal-unit demolition licenses to be issued in tandem to improve air quality and protect public health.
Paying Your Credit Card Bill on Time Still Costs You Points! The ‘1 Hidden Pitfall’ Banks Don’t Mention Quietly Lowers Your Credit Score, and Many People Don’t Know About It
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Even if you pay your credit card bill in full and on time, a high credit utilization rate can still lower your credit score and affect loan reviews. The widespread issue is little known.
SinoPac Financial Holdings Earns NT$4.4 Billion in August, With Year-to-Date EPS Reaching NT$2.26; 3 Profit Metrics Hit New Highs for the Same Period
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
SinoPac Financial Holdings posted after-tax net income of NT$4.412 billion in August, up 58.1% year over year. Its profit for the first 8 months totaled NT$33.344 billion, with EPS of NT$2.26. All 3 key profit metrics hit record highs for the same period, driven mainly by strong banking and securities businesses and standout performance from its venture capital subsidiary.
Hsinchu Municipal Baseball Stadium Completed; Artificial Turf Acceptance Inspection Underway, Says Ann Kao, With All Tests by International Organizations Compliant
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Construction of the Hsinchu City Baseball Stadium has been completed, and all inspections of its artificial turf by an international organization have been passed. The underground parking garage is also undergoing trial operations. The project aims to encourage public participation in sports and is important to revitalizing the area.
輝達’s Vera Rubin Racks Cost More Than NT$200 Million! Hsieh Chin-ho Reveals ‘Taiwan’s Industrial Fate’: The AI Supply Chain Depends on Them to Grow
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
輝達’s next-generation Vera Rubin AI server racks cost more than US$7.8 million, with implications for Taiwanese suppliers including 台積電 and 台達電. Hsieh Chin-ho, chairman of Wealth Magazine, said the equipment will determine Taiwan’s industrial future, underscoring the scale of the AI hardware arms race.
Tunghai University Takes AI Training to Thailand, Teaching Taiwanese Businesspeople to Use AI on Their Phones
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Tunghai University has launched a practical AI course in Bangkok for Taiwanese businesspeople, focusing on smartphone use and requiring no programming background. The course helps business executives develop AI management skills and promotes digital transformation.
Tooth Models Appear on Transparent Screens! Yue Ting Partners With AUO and 登士柏西諾德; Cao Haowei Unveils New Smart Dentistry Strategy
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Yue Ting Dental Clinic has partnered with 友達光電 and 登士柏西諾德 to introduce transparent Micro LED displays and a cloud platform, improving digital communication in dentistry. The goal is to build a complete smart dentistry workflow by 2027.
Boosting the Competitiveness of Youth Startups: Chung Tung-chin Launches Selection Program for Innovative Youth Businesses
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Miaoli County Magistrate Chung Tung-chin announced the “Youth Innovation Store Selection Program” to support young entrepreneurs. It offers prize money to entrepreneurs aged 18–45 and encourages them to settle locally, as part of an important regional development policy.
City Council Jointly Inspects Taichung Popular影音 Center; City Government Says Safety Checks, Investment and Public-Benefit Commitments Will Not Be Weakened
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taichung City Council inspected progress on the Taichung Popular影音 Center project. The city government said safety and public-benefit commitments would not be compromised, and investment has risen to more than NT$650 million.
Mulan SPA Launches Autumn Treatment Featuring Pomelo for an Immersive Experience, With an 85% Price Offer for APP Members
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Mulan SPA has introduced a limited autumn treatment themed around pomelo, combining a multisensory experience with an APP offer to attract more high-end customers during the holiday season.