Original國民黨立委會美議員 討論中共威脅與台灣軍備
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- Original國民黨領銜的預算近期獲通過
Companies mentioned：國民黨、美國國會中國特別委員會、House Select Committee on China
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Taiwan | 中央社 CNA (continued)（43）
Shell ginger and rakkyo featured in dishes as results announced for Taitung Indigenous village creative cooking contest
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- 10 teams of food service operators, Tian Mama groups and homemaking classes from townships and districts across Taitung County entered the competition
Companies mentioned：尋星廚房、卜拉米喇晌小棧、少妮媱手工烘焙坊、原始角落部落廚房、羽の驚食、台東地區農會新園家政班、三個男人、夢馨羽家政班、成農花田餐坊、池農養生美食餐坊、台東農改場、紅葉谷綠能溫泉園區
Original沙烏地埃及要求紅海保持開放 利雅德矢言回應攻擊
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- The canal's revenue is currently about half of what it was before the Houthi movement began attacking Red Sea shipping in 2023.
Companies mentioned：沙烏地阿拉伯、埃及、葉門青年運動、美國、卡達、以色列、哈瑪斯
Dodgers manager: Shohei Ohtani feels good after first batting practice since injury
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- Placed on the 15-day injured list starting on the 8th
- Seeking a third straight World Series title
Companies mentioned：MLB、ロサンゼルス・ドジャース、シンシナティ・レッズ
3 major U.S. stock indexes close lower; investment adviser says Taiwan stocks are consolidating on lighter volume, with foreign investors' short positions weighing on the market
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- 台積電 American depositary receipts (ADRs) fell 1.02%
- Foreign investors held more than 83,000 net short positions in Taiwan index futures
- Cash dividend of about NT$7 per share
- The market-cap decline after going ex-dividend will account for about 56.59 points on the TAIEX
- The zero-down phone plan requires monthly payments of NT$2,699
- 48-month contract
Companies mentioned：台積電、利奇、材料-KY、金寶、康舒、蘋果
Wu Der-rong: Typhoon Dujuan to form and make a wide turn over waters south of Japan
Weather expert Wu Der-rong said the 24th typhoon, Dujuan, is expected to form and head toward waters south of Japan before turning around, without affecting Taiwan.
Facts
- The 24th typhoon
- Expected on the 21st
Companies mentioned：中央社、氣象應用推廣基金會、中央大學大氣科學系
AI safety concerns deepen as OpenAI and other giants consider forming standards body
Global AI giants are considering establishing a standards oversight body in response to concerns about AI risks, but the industry remains deeply divided.
Facts
- (Central News Agency, Washington, 15th, compiled from international reports)
Companies mentioned：OpenAI、Anthropic、谷歌、Google DeepMind、Cohere、Nvidia
U.S. and Japanese lawmakers meet in Washington to discuss Taiwan and the importance of the First Island Chain
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- Met at the Capitol on the 15th
Companies mentioned：美國聯邦參眾議員堤里斯、眾議員貝拉、前首相安倍晉三、日本首相高市早苗、俄羅斯總統普丁、中國國家主席習近平、眾院外交委員會亞太小組主席金映玉
Messi's farewell match with national team: Argentina calls him up for October friendly against Benin
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- 39-year-old Messi
- Will play on Oct. 6
- Original經歷20年國際賽生涯後將退出阿根廷國家隊
- Can accommodate 85,000 spectators
- Expected to be his 208th and final appearance for the national team
- Original他是阿根廷國家隊史上進球最多的球員，共進125球
Companies mentioned：阿根廷國家隊、阿根廷足球協會、河床隊、MLS邁阿密國際
1 in 6 UK workers pays out of pocket for AI tools, spending about 42.8 billion a year
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- Total annual spending is nearly 1 billion pounds
- About NT$42.8 billion
- Survey of about 25,000 workers
- About 31% of respondents
- Another 17% of people
- Can save employees an average of 70 minutes a week
Companies mentioned：德勤、益普索、ChatGPT、Claude、Google Gemini、Microsoft Copilot
Original川習會下週登場 美議員籲川普表明不容武力改變台灣現狀
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- The Trump-Xi meeting is expected to take place on the 24th
- Original川普去年批准110億美元的對台軍售
- The value of backlogged U.S. arms deliveries to Taiwan has reached $30 billion
Companies mentioned：川普、習近平、芮基茲、哈德遜研究所
Taiwan | 療日子 HealingDaily（30）
What can you do about chronic lower back pain? Common causes and effective ways to find relief
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Stress shouldn't be something you simply endure! 永壽文教基金會 launches public-interest lectures to help you take home health knowledge and turn it into support for Nepal
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- Will hold a public-interest lecture on Oct. 3
Companies mentioned：永壽文教基金會
Original流感正式進入流行期！A型H1N1占近8成 2026公費疫苗10/1開打，「加強型流感疫苗」一次看
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Get rewards just by exercising 30 minutes a day! A guide to the dates, eligibility and redemption process for the 2026 Sweat for Rewards campaign
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- Starting Sept. 1，2026
Companies mentioned：運動部
Suddenly craving beef noodles in the middle of the night? Before placing an order, see which bowl is right for you
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Companies mentioned：Joeman、《我可能不會愛你》、丁立威
Which plants should cats and dogs avoid? A complete guide to plants toxic to dogs and cats, including lilies, pothos and monstera
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Is wearing shapewear to lose weight a waste of money? Achieve healthy weight loss without pain by using the right approach!
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Feeling tired and listless in the intense summer heat? Chinese medicine: Nourish the heart at the summer solstice and press this acupoint to ease shoulder and neck tightness
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- The summer solstice falls around June 21 each year
What happens to your body after staying up late to watch the World Cup? Nutritionist warns of risk of multiple chronic diseases!
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Recurring dizziness, vertigo and tinnitus? 4 dos and 4 don'ts, plus a Chinese medicine constitutional therapy for Ménière's disease
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- About 30% of people in Taiwan experience dizziness within a year
What can you do about a burning sensation in your chest after eating? Learn about the causes, symptoms and ways to improve acid reflux
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What can you do about recurring eczema? A Chinese medicine practitioner explains 4 acupoints to relieve itching and foods to avoid
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Can you eat saltwater chicken while losing weight? A nutritionist's 4 rules for ordering lower-fat meals and avoiding high-calorie toppings
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Gout isn't caused only by seafood! Doctor reveals the most easily overlooked cause of a uric acid spike in summer
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Feeling irritable and having trouble sleeping in summer? Chinese medicine recommends these 5 red foods to nourish the heart and calm the mind
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Unusual vaginal discharge, frequent urination or a burning sensation? It could be a vaginal yeast infection! 7 Chinese medicine prevention tips
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- 38-year-old woman
Tossing and turning like a fish in a pan? Is your body tired or your mind tired? This factor affects sleep quality
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銀禾生醫's Gao Feixing backs the BIG LEAGUE championship, unveiling a “Growth Curve Journal for Children and Adolescents” to track the crucial growth period
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Companies mentioned：銀禾生醫、BIG LEAGUE
永壽文教基金會 uses space as a medium to open up a new sensory-oriented experience in mind-body care
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Companies mentioned：永壽文教基金會
High humidity as spring turns to summer! How should eczema be managed? Chinese medicine doctor: Treat inside and out to prevent recurrence
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Companies mentioned：頤鳴堂中醫診所
Recommended magnesium-rich vegetables: Improve insomnia, menstrual pain and cramps; nutritionist explains the most effective way to get magnesium!
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Stay up all night binge-watching dramas? Beware bloodshot eyes! Ophthalmologist reveals 8 things not to do when wearing contact lenses
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Travel keeps the heart forever young: A guide to the vibrant life of renowned travel show host 李秀媛
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Companies mentioned：李秀媛
Flu outbreak continues to intensify! How do flu symptoms differ from those of a common cold? Doctor: Fever is key
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- Flu outbreak has intensified for 三 consecutive weeks
How do Korean women maintain a healthy glow? A look at diet, lifestyle habits and skincare
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Common skincare ingredients for brightening, at a glance: Ice-crystal tomato, glutathione, HY7714 ... and more
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What carcinogens are produced by grilling meat? Here are 4 ways to eat safely and avoid ingesting carcinogens
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Companies mentioned：療日子
Calorie rankings for different types of pomelo: About the same as a cup of milk tea? 4 types of people who should avoid pomelo
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- A small cup of milk tea: 120 calories
Companies mentioned：療日子
Autumn is here! What should you eat for seasonal allergies? Can turmeric and ginger help? 6 foods to beat seasonal allergies
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Companies mentioned：阿罐營養師
Dry eyes and itchy skin? 6 major signs that may show whether you lack vitamin A! What to eat for night blindness
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Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所（29）
[長榮航太] Some of the company's information systems suffer a cyberattack
長榮航太's information systems were hit by a cyberattack. Isolation and forensic procedures have been initiated, and operations remain normal.
Companies mentioned：長榮航太
[長榮航] The company experiences a cybersecurity incident
長榮航's internal information environment was breached by an unknown party using a malicious IP, resulting in the leak of employees' names and work-related information. The company has notified the relevant authorities and strengthened its defenses. Business operations are currently assessed to be unaffected.
[定穎投控] Announces on behalf of subsidiary Dynamic Technology Manufacturing (Thailand) the acquisition of equipment.
A subsidiary of 定穎投控 acquired production equipment in Thailand for approximately NT$5.5億元.
Companies mentioned：定穎投控、Dynamic Technology Manufacturing (Thailand)、Burkle PCB Machinery Limited
[鴻勁] Announces the acquisition of fixed-income securities on behalf of subsidiary Top Vintage International Ltd.
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Companies mentioned：鴻勁、Top Vintage International Ltd.
[揚智] Announcement by major subsidiary ALi (BVI) MicroelectronicsCorporation of the board's resolution to carry out a cash capital reduction
Original揚智科技子公司 ALi (BVI) 決議辦理現金減資 90 萬美元。
Companies mentioned：揚智、ALi (BVI) Microelectronics Corporation
[揚智] The company is restating its consolidated financial statements for the third and fourth quarters of 114年 and correcting its revenue announcements for July to December 114年
揚智科技 corrected its consolidated revenue announcement for July to December 114年 after its subsidiary 安瑞科技 restated its financial statements.
Companies mentioned：揚智、安瑞科技
[揚智] Announcement regarding the company's corrections to its consolidated financial reports for the first and second quarters of 115年
揚智科技 corrected its financial reports for the first and second quarters because the restatement of its financial statements for fiscal year 114年 changed shareholders' equity at the start of 115年. The main effects were on capital surplus and accumulated losses, and were accounting adjustments.
[揚智] Announcement regarding the board's resolution to restate the company's consolidated financial report for the third quarter of 114年 and its individual and consolidated financial reports for the fourth quarter
Yangzhi revised its financial report for the third and fourth quarters of 114 after strengthening credit risk management at a subsidiary. Revenue and losses were revised, raising questions about governance transparency.
Companies mentioned：安瑞科技
[揚智] Announcement of the board's resolution to restate the company's consolidated financial reports for the third and fourth quarters of 114年
揚智科技 announced it will restate its financial reports for the third and fourth quarters of 2025 due to accounting adjustments. The move affects full-year earnings and underscores the importance of financial reporting transparency.
[鴻勁] Announcement that the company has been invited to attend UBS Taiwan Summit 2026, hosted by 瑞銀證券(UBS)
鴻勁 will discuss its operating status at UBS Taiwan Summit 2026, hosted by 瑞銀.
Companies mentioned：瑞銀證券(UBS)
[材料*-KY] Announcement of key resolutions at the company's first extraordinary shareholders' meeting of 115年
材料*-KY held an extraordinary shareholders' meeting and amended its articles of incorporation and asset handling procedures.
【皇翔】 announces the disposal of securities
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Companies mentioned：台達電子工業股份有限公司
[皇翔] Announces acquisition of securities
皇翔建設 announced the purchase of 台達電 shares in a transaction worth NT$3.26億元. The move aims to improve the overall efficiency of the company's capital deployment.
Companies mentioned：皇翔、台達電子工業
[世界健身-KY] Announcement by subsidiary World Fitness Asia Limited of an earnings distribution
世界健身-KY subsidiary World Fitness Asia Limited resolved to distribute a cash dividend of NT$4億元.
Companies mentioned：世界健身-KY、World Fitness Asia Limited
[泰鼎-KY] Announcement by major subsidiary Apex Circuit (Thailand) Co., Ltd. of a plan to address excess intercompany lending
泰鼎-KY subsidiary Apex Circuit (Thailand) exceeded its lending limit following a decline in net worth. It has submitted an improvement plan and will conduct regular monitoring.
Companies mentioned：泰鼎-KY、Apex Circuit (Thailand) Co., Ltd.
[鼎固-KY] Announcement that subsidiary Wealthy Joy Co., Ltd.'s cumulative sales of securities have reached NT$三億元
鼎固-KY announced that its subsidiary sold securities in transactions totaling approximately NT$3.9億元, generating a disposal gain of approximately NT$2,500萬. The proceeds will be put to use.
[大聯大] Announcement by subsidiary 振遠科技(股)公司 pursuant to Article 二十五, Paragraph 一, Subparagraph 三 of the Regulations Governing Loaning of Funds and Making of Endorsements/Guarantees by Public Companies
大聯大 subsidiary 振遠科技 announced a new NT$2.4億元 guarantee for its parent company 詮鼎科技. The guarantee is intended to meet business needs and provide backing for suppliers.
Companies mentioned：大聯大、振遠科技、詮鼎科技
Original【力成】公告本公司買回股份之⾦額達新台幣三億元以上
力成科技 announced that its share buyback amount has exceeded NT$三億元, with its cumulative holdings of its own shares reaching 1.05％. The move signals confidence in the company's future business prospects and strengthens shareholder equity.
[力成] Correction and supplement to the announcement dated 115年8月7日 regarding the company's joint venture with Broadcom in Singapore to manufacture products for its panel-level advanced packaging business
力成科技 and Broadcom established a joint venture in Singapore to develop a panel-level advanced packaging business. 力成 invested US$4億元 for a 30% stake, with total investment of US$56.6億元.
Companies mentioned：Broadcom、XCIP TECHNOLOGIES PTE. LTD.
[國泰金] Announcement by subsidiary 國泰投信 that the competent authority has approved the qualifications of its incoming general manager
國泰金 subsidiary 國泰投信 announced that 劉上旗 will serve as general manager, following approval by the competent authority.
Companies mentioned：國泰金、國泰投信
【百和興業-KY】Announces that the amount of newly added loans of funds by the Company meets the requirements of Article 22, Paragraph 1, Subparagraph 3 of the Regulations Governing Loaning of Funds and Making of Endorsements/Guarantees by Public Companies
百和興業-KY announced a new loan of NT$2.548億元 to its subsidiary in Vietnam to meet operating needs.
Companies mentioned：百和興業-KY、越南百宏責任有限公司
[福懋科] The company has been invited to attend an investor conference hosted by 國票綜合證券
福懋科 will hold an online investor conference on September 17 to discuss its financial and business overview.
Companies mentioned：國票綜合證券
[兆豐金] Supplementary announcement by subsidiary 兆豐國際商業銀行 regarding the issuance of its first unsecured senior financial debentures for 115年, totaling NT$壹拾伍億元.
兆豐商銀 issued NT$15億元 in unsecured financial debentures to fund renewable energy project financing.
[富采] Announcement that registration of the change in paid-in capital following the company's cash capital reduction has been completed
富采（3714） completed registration of its cash capital reduction, lowering its capital to NT$40億元. The move optimizes its capital structure and raises net asset value per share to NT$100.04.
Companies mentioned：富采
[中信金] Announcement by 台灣人壽 that its investment in The Resolute Fund VII, L.P. has been approved
中信金, on behalf of its subsidiary 台灣人壽, announced an investment in private equity fund The Resolute Fund VII, L.P., totaling no more than US$3,000萬.
Companies mentioned：中信金、台灣人壽、Resolute Fund Partners VII, L.P.
[日勝生] Announcement that the company has established a chief sustainability officer position
日勝生 announced the establishment of a chief sustainability officer position, with 丁心逸 appointed to the role to strengthen the company's sustainable development strategy.
[中信金] Announcement by 台灣人壽 that its investment in Bessemer Venture PartnersCentury Fund III Institutional A L.P. has been approved
台灣人壽 approved an investment in a private equity fund, with an investment of no more than US$2500萬.
Companies mentioned：中信金、台灣人壽、Bessemer Venture Partners、Deer Century Fund III & Co. L.P.
[兆豐金] Announcement by subsidiary 兆豐期貨股份有限公司 regarding matters related to the record date for its cash capital increase
兆豐期貨 is conducting a cash capital increase totaling NT$5億元 to strengthen its financial structure and support business development.
Companies mentioned：兆豐金、兆豐期貨
[中信金] Announcement by 台灣人壽 that its investment in Bessemer Venture Partners XIII Institutional Feeder L.P. has been approved
Original台灣人壽公告以不超過1,500萬美元投資私募基金Bessemer Venture Partners XIII Institutional Feeder L.P.，進行壽險資金運用配置。
Companies mentioned：中信金、台灣人壽、Bessemer Venture Partners XIII Institutional Feeder L.P.、Deer XIII & Co. L.P.
Taiwan | 風傳媒（28）
Chiang Wan-an and Lu Hsiu-yen lose out! 2026 approval ratings for the six special municipality chiefs: “He scores the highest,” with 74.9 points and a 10-place surge in the rankings
CommonWealth Magazine released its 2026 approval ratings for the six special municipality chiefs. Hou Yu-ih moved into first place with 74.9 points, while Lu Hsiu-yen fell to last. The survey reflects public sentiment toward local governance and could affect the year-end election.
Can you only take a lump sum if you have less than 15 years of Labor Insurance coverage? Many people don’t know that National Pension coverage can help you “meet the threshold”
Even people with fewer than 15 years of labor insurance coverage can qualify for monthly pension benefits by combining those years with their National Pension coverage. This is an important system for people who leave jobs mid-career and the self-employed.
Returning to Matsu after 12 years! Explore Juguang and Beigan with Lan Bai Tuo as your guide
The Matsu National Scenic Area Administration invited travel writer 藍白拖 to lead a hiking event called “Experts Show the Way,” revisiting Matsu for the first time in 12 years. The slow-paced tour aims to rediscover the islands’ appeal through nature, culture and food.
Five central Taiwan counties and cities join forces to promote central Taiwan at Golden Horse 63; Changhua unveils “Moving Forward” collaborative gift box
Five central Taiwan counties and cities have collaborated on a gift box for Golden Horse 63. Changhua’s “Moving Forward” theme brings together local specialty products to promote central Taiwan and raise the region’s profile.
Internationally renowned language school reportedly shuts down? “Operations halted without warning, affecting thousands of students’ study-abroad plans”; Taiwanese student says: found out just 3 hours before departure
International language school chain EC English has closed after 35 years, abruptly halting all operations and leaving students around the world in turmoil. Students from Taiwan were also affected, with cancellations surging just before departure.
Companies mentioned：Languages Canada、English UK
Central Taiwan’s Taichung, Changhua, Nantou, Yunlin and Chiayi join forces: Golden Horse 63 collaborative gift box unveiled; Lu Hsiu-yen recommends century-old “awamori” craft liquor
Taichung Mayor Lu Hsiu-yen recommended a Golden Horse 63 collaborative liquor gift box at a press conference, featuring a revival of the century-old “awamori” craft. Five central Taiwan counties and cities joined to launch local specialty products combining culture, agricultural innovation and design to raise their international profile.
Companies mentioned：大甲區農會、埔桃酒莊、新悅花園酒店、奮起福米餅
KEBUKE, MACU and 大茗 launch new drinks! Threads users’ top picks for September revealed: strong tea flavor and tasty even without sugar
Popular Taiwanese bubble tea brands unveiled new products across the board in September. 可不可、麻古、大茗 and 龜記 introduced items featuring themes such as red oolong, pistachio, matcha and plum. 可不可’s “Red Oolong Tea King” series has especially generated buzz on social media.
Companies mentioned：可不可熟成茶行、麻古茶坊、大茗、龜記、T.C.R.C.、To Infinity & Beyond、Vender
What is the best age to claim Labor Insurance pension benefits? Calculations for ages 60, 65 and 70: take a million upfront or get 20% more per month—which retirement option should you choose?
As the Labor Insurance pension claiming age gradually rises to 65, stock analyst Ah-Hsun examines the financial impact of claiming at ages 60, 65 and 70. Claiming early or late involves weighing a reduction against an increase of 4%, while the total benefits received depend on how long a person lives. The analysis offers an important reference for retirement planning.
Weather forecast: Typhoon Dujuan to form today! Latest track makes a sharp turn; cooler temperatures and rain for 3 days—Mid-Autumn Festival holiday forecast revealed
Typhoon No. 24, Dujuan, formed today and is forecast to make a wide turn south of Japan. Sunny, hot weather is expected to continue over the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday, so people should be prepared for cooler temperatures at night.
Enjoy water caltrop soup at your Mid-Autumn reunion! Lushih and Dan Han-rong team up with National Taiwan Ocean University
Lushih Corporation teamed up with vegetarian food writer Dan Han-rong and 國立臺灣海洋大學 to launch “Water Caltrop and Taro Botanical Stew,” combining seasonal ingredients with industry-academic collaboration to promote sustainable eating. Two-tenths of sales will go to the university, giving the initiative a social impact.
Companies mentioned：國立臺灣海洋大學
Could AI threaten the ruling party’s hold on power? Xi Jinping raises the risk of “system loss of control” for the first time as the CCP steps up regulation across the board
China’s Minister of State Security Chen Yixin warned that AI is being used in public opinion warfare and threatens political security. Xi Jinping’s first mention of the risk of AI losing control reflects the CCP’s sweeping expansion of technology regulation to prevent challenges to its rule.
Companies mentioned：Calif、Anthropic、OpenAI
Morning news briefing, 9/16: Taiwan stocks open at 45546.56 points; Brent crude at US$108.75; Chen Hou-chang faces detention request over alleged assistance to aide Chang Chun-chieh in evading authorities
On September 16, Taiwan stocks opened higher at 45,546.56 points, while Brent crude reached $108.75. Prosecutors sought the detention of 陳厚彰 on suspicion of helping 張俊傑 flee. OpenAI, Google and Anthropic are discussing the establishment of an AI standards organization.
Companies mentioned：OpenAI、Anthropic、Google、Google DeepMind、TSMC
Students are getting money! Labor Ministry offering “up to NT$43,500 per person” in assistance—eligibility, application method and timeline
The Ministry of Labor has begun accepting applications for living assistance grants for the school-age children of unemployed workers. Support of up to ¥43,500 is available and can be combined with other education subsidies, significantly easing the burden on household finances.
Why do you sometimes smell an “earthy odor” before it rains? It’s not your imagination—the scent really comes from the ground
The earthy smell before or during rain is known as “petrichor.” It comes from substances released by soil, rocks and microorganisms, not from the rain itself. Scientific research has confirmed the phenomenon, which is associated with humidity and raindrops hitting the ground.
Companies mentioned：CSIRO、MIT、Nature、Met Office
New system for buying Taiwan Railway tickets! “Implemented nationwide from 9/10”; train tickets offer up to 5折 off—major changes at a glance
Starting September 10, Taiwan Railway will introduce onboard mobile payments for fare adjustments across its network and simplify student discounts on reserved-seat trains to a fixed 5折. The changes aim to improve digital services and commuting convenience, affecting about 48,000 passengers each month.
Nationwide NT$10,000 cash handout with extra payments! In September, each person can receive up to NT$10,000; “residents of 1 place who meet the criteria will receive payment”—amounts and dates at a glance
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2026 Mid-Autumn Festival payments are here! Deposits start today, 9/16, with up to NT$12,000 per person—amounts, eligibility and dates by city and county
Ahead of the 2026 Mid-Autumn Festival, local governments across Taiwan are providing relief payments to low-income residents and older people. Payments in Keelung City are up to 12,000 yuan, and Penghu County will begin deposits on September 16.
Taiwan stocks open higher despite Wall Street’s losses! 台積電 goes ex-dividend by NT$7 as Fed decision looms tonight
Taiwan stocks opened higher against the trend ahead of the Fed’s rate decision. 台積電 went ex-dividend by NT$7, reaching a record high and affecting the broader market by about 55.64 points. International oil prices and U.S. Treasury yields also surged, with markets watching the next moves in capital flows.
Companies mentioned：台積電、聯發科、台達電
New listing》World’s first Apixaban anti-clotting oral dissolving film seeks approval! TaiMed: More than 30 drugmakers in licensing talks; FDA review targeted for completion by April 22 next year
Tega Therapeutics is proceeding with reviews by the U.S. FDA and European EMA for the world’s first Apixaban orally dissolving film, “BEQIA.” A U.S. approval decision is scheduled for April 22, 2027, and the company is in licensing talks with more than 30 companies. It is also preparing to list in October 2026 as it accelerates its international expansion.
Companies mentioned：Bristol Myers Squibb、Pfizer、Hyloris
If parents give their child a home with an outstanding NT$8 million mortgage, is the gift value based on the entire property? Tax authorities explain the key question: can the mortgage be deducted?
The National Taxation Bureau explained how gift tax is calculated when parents give a home to their child with an outstanding mortgage of 8 million yen. The gift amount is calculated using the tax-assessed value, not the market price, and mortgage deductions are subject to conditions.
The Journalist》Lin Bo-han of Shin Kong’s third generation detained; creditors of Tainan solar power’s biggest unfinished project, 誠新綠能, revealed
林伯翰, a third-generation member of 新光グループ, was detained on suspicion of fraudulent lending involving the “誠新綠能” solar power project in Tainan. The unfinished project, spanning 500 hectares, faces more than 1 billion yen in unpaid bills, heightening concern about a regional industrial crisis.
Companies mentioned：誠新綠能、誠新國際、新光グループ
Taiwan Strait decoded》Liang Wen-chieh was right: holding a Taiwan Compatriot Permit means being treated as a Chinese citizen! Scholars point to key legal provisions; how will Hung Sun-han navigate this hurdle on his trip to mainland China?
Labor Minister 洪申翰 visited China for an APEC meeting, raising legal questions over the use of the Taiwan Compatriot Permit. The risk of Taiwanese people being treated as Chinese citizens has heightened cross-strait tensions.
Is AI development out of control? Altman reveals 2 fatal risks: loss of human control and extreme concentration of power
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman warned of 2 major risks arising from advances in AI: “humanity losing control” and “the concentration of power.” He called for international governance to ensure safe development.
Companies mentioned：Anthropic、OpenAI、マイクロソフト
Getting to Taoyuan Airport just got easier! Taoyuan Airport MRT announces extra trains from 9/21—latest timetable at a glance
Taoyuan Metro will add a weekday evening train departing Taipei Main Station at 18:04 from September 21, responding to record commuter demand and boosting peak-hour capacity and service quality.
Behind the scenes》Something seems off with the second-instance trial in the Ko Wen-je case! Why did this move by the judge shock the defendant and his legal team?
On September 8, 2026, the appeal trial in the Core Pacific City case opened at the Taiwan High Court, with 柯文哲 appearing in court for the first time. The presiding judge announced that the case would be divided for trial, unsettling the defendants.
“Easter miracle”: Pilot recounts his survival firsthand. Remember the pilot who was rescued after surviving 50 hours in the desert following an F-15E crash?
After an F-15E fighter jet was shot down in Iran, a weapons systems officer survived for 50 hours in enemy territory despite being seriously injured and was safely brought home in a major U.S. military rescue operation. The rescue on Easter Sunday was called a “miracle.”
From Chang Hsuan to Anpu, has she really changed? A look at the flag controversy, the Sunflower Movement and the dispute over congratulating “New China”.
Taiwanese singer Anpu, formerly known as Chang Hsuan, sparked controversy in 2024 by hand-writing a message congratulating “New China” on the 75th anniversary of its founding. The message contrasted with her past statements supporting the Sunflower Movement and Hong Kong social movements, prompting questions about whether her political stance had changed.
Companies mentioned：聯成娛樂
Commentary: The Lai administration is doubling down on scare tactics. Is Labor Minister Hung Sun-han still going to Nanjing?
As Taiwan’s authorities warn of a risk of being “allowed in but unable to leave” under China’s new entry and exit rules, Labor Minister 洪申翰 is traveling to Nanjing for an APEC meeting. The contradiction between policy and action has come into focus.
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A single voyage costs US$44.8 million! Cost of shipping U.S. crude oil to Asia hits a record high.
As the Middle East situation worsens, the cost of shipping U.S. crude oil to Asia has reached $44.8 million, a record high. Demand in Asia has held up thanks to its price advantage.
Companies mentioned：Kpler、Baltic Exchange
Yuxiang (7909) sees strong prospects for the second half and the next 5 years! Advanced-process expansion and CaaS subscriptions are gaining traction, opening the way to sustained medium- and long-term growth.
At an investor conference, 鈺祥 (7909) emphasized that expansion in advanced processes and its CaaS model would drive strong growth from the second half onward. It outlined a long-term goal of having more than 50% of its filters be regenerative and said it would also prioritize shareholder returns.