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Companies mentioned：中国组合、蔣振邦、魏雅欣、陳宏麟、程文欣
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Companies mentioned：日本國際貿易促進協會、日企、金山大地
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Companies mentioned：中國商務部、美國貿易代表辦公室
Based on real cases involving a man who repeatedly had affairs, this column analyzes how his behavior and his wife's responses changed with age. The author describes an acquaintance who had multiple affairs, with strict monitoring in his 40s, tacit acceptance in his 50s, and a tendency toward divorce in his 60s.
Companies mentioned：風傳媒集團、商周出版
New Taipei City's social housing stock totals 40,181 units when projects by the central and local governments are combined, but only 11,111 units (27.7%) are complete; the rest are under construction or in the planning stage. The 40,000 units represent the total across all project stages, not the number available for immediate occupancy.
Germany's natural gas storage levels have fallen below the seasonal average, heightening concerns about winter supplies. The government stresses that supplies are stable, but experts point to rising prices and insufficient incentives to store gas.
Companies mentioned：ドイツ天然ガス・水素産業協会、energien-speichern.de、Arthur D. Little
Taiwan's GDP growth reached 11%, a record high, but a severe income gap has become apparent: 70% of workers earn less than the average salary, and 50% make less than NT$40,000 a month. The benefits of the semiconductor industry reach only about 800,000 people, leaving 9.2 million workers behind.
Companies mentioned：TSMC、MediaTek
AI automation is reducing entry-level employees' repetitive tasks, deepening a shortage of experience. Companies are exploring ways to respond through simulated training and AI education.
Companies mentioned：Deel、EY、Cisco、Cognizant、Gartner、Dechert、A&O Shearman、IBM
Zhubei mayoral candidate Wu Xuzhi has proposed an upgrade plan for Shixing baseball and softball stadium, covering renovations, parking, restrooms and nighttime lighting. He pledged to strengthen cooperation between the city office and county government if elected, and build Zhubei into a sports city.
Starting September 30, traffic fines in Taiwan will rise to as much as NT$36,000. Bringing in foods containing pork can incur a fine of up to NT$1 million. Long-term care subsidies will be expanded to a maximum of NT$180,000 a year. Four AI titans will attend the Xi-Trump meeting, with U.S.-China AI competition in focus.
Companies mentioned：世界先進、恩智浦、エヌビディア、アップル、テスラ、AMD
Ministry of Transportation statistics show 157 pedestrian traffic deaths across Taiwan in the first half of 2026, down 16 from the same period in 2023. New Taipei City had the most deaths, at 23, but Hualien County had the highest rate after adjustment for population, at 1.92 per 100,000 people. Hsinchu County saw the largest increase compared with the same period in 2023, with 8 more deaths.
The Trump-Xi meeting produced no major agreement but reached 8 points of consensus covering China-US relations, trade and economics, AI and other areas. Former legislator Lei Chien said authority to set the rules of the game is shifting and the pattern of interaction between China and the US is gradually changing.
The high-speed rail saw a rush of travelers heading home for the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday. Online users shared 4 ticket-buying tips, including checking for tickets in the early morning, snapping up cancellations 30 minutes before departure, and buying tickets in separate segments. They managed to get seats heading north and urged travelers not to gamble on non-reserved seating.
Companies mentioned：台灣高鐵
A ranking by Seasia Stats lists the safest countries in the event of World War III. Fiji ranks No. 1, Tuvalu No. 2, and New Zealand No. 3. Amid rising geopolitical tensions, South Pacific nations and neutral countries occupy the top spots.
Companies mentioned：Seasia Stats、Daily Mail
U.S. Indo-Pacific Command chief Admiral Paparo has proposed a "hellscape" strategy inspired by the war in Ukraine to deter Chinese aggression in the Taiwan Strait. Citing Sun Tzu's Art of War, he said the mission is to prevent war.
Companies mentioned：CSIS（戦略国際問題研究所）
Taichung’s Environmental Protection Bureau and 環境部 clarified that greasy plastic food containers can be recycled after washing. Improper disposal without sorting can incur a fine of up to NT$6,000 under the Waste Disposal Act, with the aim of increasing resource reuse.
Companies mentioned：台中市環境保護局、環境部、綠色和平、回收大百科
Taiwan's population fell by 260,000 over 5 years, but deaths exceeded births by 327,000, revealing that the main cause of the population decline was not "out-migration" but excess deaths. The population grew in 7 counties and cities, including Taoyuan City and Hsinchu County, highlighting the importance of balancing migration between regions with natural population changes.
The Legislative Yuan’s Legal Affairs Bureau has proposed following Sweden’s example by establishing a “National Audit Office” in parliament to oversee the government, sparking debate across party lines. DPP lawmaker Chung Chia-pin stressed that audit powers still belong to the Control Yuan; opposition parties cannot return those powers to the Legislative Yuan by boycotting appointments, and the issue should be resolved through constitutional amendments.
Yunlin County mayoral candidate Chang Chia-chun held a campaign talk outside Shun’an Temple in Dounan, with lawmakers Niu Hsu-ting, Hung Meng-kai and Hsu Yu-chen, as well as County Magistrate Chang Li-shan, appearing in support and showing the KMT’s unity.
The Great Mackerel Dream Factory in Suao, Yilan, has drawn attention for free admission and parking, high-quality seafood dishes, and interactive exhibits, earning a 4.5-star Google rating. It is attracting notice as a new tourist attraction that overturns the conventional image of tourist factories.
Japanese cuisine expert Papu-chan says the timing of adding oil is why fried eggs stick to the pan. The expert explains that oil should be added after preheating the pan, and that adding water or not changes the texture.
A bus stop sign in New Taipei City could be moved because its base was damaged, and only a white line was painted on the ground. Drivers mistakenly thought the stop had been abandoned and parked there, only to be ticketed and towed. The Transportation Department acknowledged management failures, saying motorists who were fined can appeal. It will also repair the sign and add road markings. The incident highlights that parking on a white line is not always legal: parking is prohibited within 10 meters of a bus stop even if there is no red line.
Companies mentioned：TVBS
Shen Po-yang sparked discussion after eating a chicken cake with Dongquan chili sauce in Taichung. Psychiatrist Shen Cheng-nan criticized the move as messing around and predicted that Shen would face two major obstacles in the Taipei mayoral election: voter turnout and moderate voters.
In 2026, Teacher's Day on September 28 falls on the final day of the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday, and garbage collection schedules vary across Taiwan's 22 counties and cities. Collection will be suspended in 41 areas; Taipei, New Taipei and Kaohsiung will follow their usual schedules, while Taichung will switch to designated collection points.
Taipei City announced that starting Oct. 6, 2026, about 63,000 publicly operated paid roadside motorcycle parking spaces will be opened to heavy motorcycles, at a fee of 40 yuan per parking session. With New Taipei City and Taoyuan City already having adopted the policy, parking for heavy motorcycles will become much more convenient across the Taipei-New Taipei-Taoyuan region.
In August 2026, the Tesla Model 3 sold 949 units in Taiwan's luxury sedan market, taking the top spot ahead of BMW and Lexus. The Mercedes-Benz CLA followed in second place with 170 units, and the BMW 3 Series came third with 148.
Companies mentioned：Tesla、Mercedes-Benz、BMW、Lexus、Audi
Taiwan’s DailyView Internet Thermometer released a ranking of buzz around Thai restaurant chains. 瓦城泰國料理 took the top spot with 4,570 mentions, followed by 饗泰多 and 泰滾. The survey showed fierce competition in Taiwan’s Thai dining market, with brands vying for market share through differentiated strategies.
Companies mentioned：瓦城泰統集團、饗賓集團、豆府餐飲集團、路易莎集團、全家便利商店
Iran proposed reopening the Strait of Hormuz, but U.S. President Trump rejected the offer, saying, "They have lost too much." Iran's foreign minister said he was awaiting a clear response from the United States. The ongoing U.S.-Iran standoff is raising risks to global energy supplies.
Companies mentioned：BBC、CBS、Fox News
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Farmers who become dependent on care after a stroke may worry that applying for disability benefits under farmers' insurance will force them to leave the scheme. The Bureau of Labor Insurance has clarified that those already receiving the old farmers' pension will continue to receive it monthly if they also receive disability benefits.
Companies mentioned：労働部労工保険局（労保局）
The Guting Difu Yinggong Temple stands beside Taipei MRT’s Guting Station. Built during the Qing dynasty, it originally stood amid farmland but is now surrounded by high-rises and traffic as the city has developed. It is not an ordinary Tudigong temple; it is dedicated to Yinggong, and its origins are tied to a local legend about “an unidentified woman’s corpse washed ashore after a flood.” The temple illustrates the changes in Taipei’s urban development and historic landscape.
A 12-inch wafer fab in Singapore operated by Vanguard International Semiconductor and NXP had its full production capacity reserved before mass production and achieved a 99% yield in trial production. The development shows that AI demand is also spreading to mature process technologies.
Companies mentioned：恩智浦（NXP）、台積電（TSMC）
In addition to labor insurance and labor pension benefits, workers in Taiwan have a third pension option known as continued retirement contributions, which can provide an average of NT$80,000 once a year even after they return to work. More than 16,000 applications were filed in the first half of 2025, with uptake among middle-aged and older people growing.
A Thai food page has published a recipe for cabbage omelet, drawing attention to a simple 4-step method that brings out the sweetness of the cabbage and the fragrant flavor of the egg. An expert also explained the correct way to wash cabbage—wash it before cutting—and offered food-safety advice.
In Germany, longer lifespans and declining birth rates are putting pressure on the pension system. A government-appointed commission has proposed gradually raising the retirement age to 70 and reviewing the early retirement system at 63, intensifying public debate.
Companies mentioned：ドイチェ・ヴェレ
The 12-inch Singapore wafer fab jointly established by 世界先進 and 恩智浦（NXP）, VSMC, was completed and began operations in just 20.5 months, setting a Singapore record. Singapore Trade and Industry Minister 陳詩龍 said the speed was rare globally and could make the fab a benchmark for future semiconductor investments and construction. The project is expected to create 1,600 jobs.
Companies mentioned：台積電、亞翔(6139-TW)、帆宣(6196-TW)、漢唐(2404-TW)、漢科(3402-TW)
After President Trump rejected Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, U.S. Treasuries plunged, pushing the 10-year yield close to 5.20%, while oil prices topped $106. The Federal Reserve's hawkish stance and geopolitical risks are fueling inflation concerns.
Companies mentioned：Westpac Banking、TD Securities
The Wall Street Journal reported that some senior Anthropic employees plan to buy land in remote parts of the United States and build a refuge in case AI goes out of control. Employees have privately explored doomsday scenarios and adopted the motto, “Nothing will ever be the same again.” The company said it has more than 3500 employees with a wide range of views.
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VSMC, a joint venture between NXP and Vanguard International Semiconductor, has opened a 12-inch wafer fab in Singapore. It will produce semiconductors for Physical AI using 40–130nm processes, marking NXP's largest investment since its 2015 acquisition of Freescale.
Companies mentioned：世界先進 (VIS)、Freescale Semiconductor
Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi said Iran was ready for hostilities with the United States to resume, but had not abandoned diplomacy. Qatar’s prime minister acknowledged that the situation was complex and there was no clear strategy for ending the conflict. U.S.-Iran talks have stalled after Trump rejected a ceasefire proposal, with both sides maintaining hardline positions.
The 12-inch wafer fab of VSMC, a joint venture between 世界先進 (5347-TW) and 恩智浦（NXP）, held its opening ceremony in Singapore. Chairman Fang Lue thanked its partners and said the fab would strengthen the resilience of the global semiconductor supply chain. TSMC Executive Vice President Chuang Tzu-shou attended in person.
Companies mentioned：世界先進、恩智浦（NXP）、台積電（TSMC）
U.S. President Trump plans to have dinner with Anthropic CEO Amodei on the evening of the 27th. It will be their first private meeting after months of strained relations over AI safety, signaling a thaw. Trump and Speaker Johnson also plan to meet with several AI company CEOs at the White House on the 29th.
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Taiwan's high-dividend ETFs performed strongly in 2026, with Fuh Hwa Taiwan Technology Dividend Plus (00929) maintaining the top spot with a 74.16% return. AI demand and growth in the semiconductor supply chain are driving ETF performance.
Companies mentioned：復華投信、国泰投信、統一投信、大華投信、群益投信
U.S. President Donald Trump said he is seriously considering imposing a ban on diesel exports to address soaring oil prices. Several lawmakers from agricultural states have urged export restrictions during the peak fall harvest season, and retail diesel prices have hit a record high.
Taiwanese board makers’ promising subsidiaries 技宸 and 東擎 are benefiting from edge AI opportunities, posting strong operating results. They have respectively registered on the emerging stock market and held a pre-listing earnings presentation, accelerating their push into high-growth markets including smart manufacturing, retail, entertainment and robotics.
Companies mentioned：技嘉、華擎、技鋼
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Companies mentioned：安聯投信、エヌビディア（輝達）
Volatility in global financial markets has intensified, with the 10-year U.S. Treasury yield surging to 5.20%. Oil prices and the U.S. dollar have also strengthened, as markets watch developments in U.S.-Iran tensions and Qatar’s mediation efforts.
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Companies mentioned：株式会社ムーバブルトレードネットワークス、株式会社MTN
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株式会社ジェイテックコーポレーション filed its securities report for the 33rd fiscal year. Revenue edged up, but ordinary profit declined. Total assets fell, while the equity ratio improved.
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