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EZ NEWS AUG 7, 2026

Posted on 2026-08-07 13:05:13

Lai boards coast guard vessel to observe coastal defense

Posted on 2026-08-07 13:05:15

President Lai Ching-te boarded a Coast Guard Administration vessel in New
Taipei's Bali District to observe coastal defense (海岸防禦) operations during
the Han Kuang military exercise.

According to the Presidential Office, Lai received briefings (簡報) on the
patrol vessel's equipment and coastal strike operations.

He also inspected its missile launcher system and learned about its
configuration and operational readiness (作戰準備狀態).

Thursday marked the second day of the Han Kuang exercise, with drills in the
north focusing on coastal defense and other defensive operations.

Typhoon Dolphin moves west

Posted on 2026-08-07 13:05:15

Meteorologist Wu De Rong says Typhoon Dolphin appears to be moving further
west even as it continues to weaken.

The Central News Agency cites Wu as saying that while the system is expected
to pass near the Ryukyu Islands today, uncertainty in its projected track
(預測路徑) is increasing, making it less likely that the storm might miss Taiwan
completely.

Because of this, Wu is warning of intense rainfall in northern Taiwan and
later in central and southern Taiwan tomorrow through the early morning of
the 10th.

While temperatures are expected to drop in parts of Taiwan, eastern Taiwan
may experience extreme heat due to downslope warming (下坡增溫) caused by air
descending over the mountains.

Strong wind gusts are also expected across Taiwan, and residents are advised
to take precautions.

National Central University planning Arctic expedition

Posted on 2026-08-07 13:05:15

Members of the National Central University's Polar Institute are taking part
in what is Taiwan's first ever independently planned expedition (考察／探險) to
the Arctic.

According to the university, a 30-member team will be spending 12 days near
Norway's Svalbard archipelago (群島), which is located midway between mainland
Norway and the North Pole.

The team includes scientists from Academia Sinica, the National Taiwan
University and the National Academy of Marine Research.

The university says although Taiwan is not an Arctic nation, changes in the
Arctic could have long-term consequences for Taiwan.

UKRAINE WARNS ALLIED AIR DEFENCE MISSILE SUPPLIES DOWN BY A THIRD AS

Posted on 2026-08-07 13:05:15

ZELENSKY URGES URGENT ACTION AHEAD OF WINTER

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine has hit more oil
facilities deep inside Russia.

The attacks are part of Kyiv's effort to undermine (削弱) Moscow's wartime
economy.

Meanwhile, Russian drone and glide bomb attacks across Ukraine killed at
least three civilians and wounded 22 others. Zelenskyy is urging his allies
to supply interceptor missiles to bolster (加強／強化) Ukraine's air defenses.

William Denselow reports from Brussels.

That was William Denselow reporting.

Iran reviews ban on US ships

Posted on 2026-08-07 13:05:15

An Iranian parliamentary committee is reviewing a preliminary bill ‌that
would bar (禁止) U.S., Israeli and other "hostile" vessels from transiting
the Strait of Hormuz.

The ban was reported by Iran's semi-official Fars news agency... and its
citing a lawmaker.

The draft bill would impose fines (處以罰款) of up to 20% of a ship's ‌cargo
value for violations of the proposed restrictions.

The lawmaker said the legislation was still under expert review and that
parliament had invited specialists to submit recommendations before the
draft is finalised.

Canada climate change wildfires

Posted on 2026-08-07 13:05:15

In North America, a new analysis (分析) found that climate change created
conditions that led to Canada's Wildfires... even though the Trump
administration thinks otherwise.

Ed Donahue explains.

EZ NEWS AUG 6, 2026

Posted on 2026-08-06 10:15:13

Tai-Ex opening

Posted on 2026-08-06 10:15:15

The Tai-Ex opened down 123-points this morning from yesterday's close, at
44,487 on turnover of 14.2-billion N-T.

The market returned to the 44,000-point level on Wednesday.

Strong gains in technology shares helped the index move back above its
monthly and quarterly averages (季度平均線).

MAC warns on China's new entry-exit rules

Posted on 2026-08-06 10:15:15

The Mainland Affairs Council says China's new entry-exit rules (出入境規定) could
increase the risks for Taiwanese travelers visiting the country.

The council says the rules include unclear national security measures and
give authorities broad power to limit people's movement (限制人員行動).

Speaking at a legislative hearing, council minister Chiu Chui-cheng said the
rules put many of China's existing controls into law.

He said these controls are already very strict for both Chinese citizens and
foreigners.

Chiu told lawmakers that the conditions for limiting people's movement remain
unclear and too broad. He said this lack of clear legal standards (法律標準) is
the main reason for concern.

The new rules will take effect on September 15.

EVA to launch Taipei-Delhi flights in December

Posted on 2026-08-06 10:15:15

EVA Airways will launch nonstop flights (直飛航班) between Taipei and Delhi on
December 1.

Tickets are now available through the airline's website and travel agencies.

EVA will operate five round trips (來回航班) a week using Airbus A330-300
aircraft.

It will become the only Taiwan-based airline offering nonstop passenger
flights to India.

EVA Air President Clay Sun says the new route comes as Taiwan and India
strengthen ties in manufacturing, semiconductors, artificial intelligence and
other technology industries.

These growing ties have increased demand for faster travel between the two
countries.

The airline says the service will also give Indian business travelers,
students and researchers easier connections (轉機航班) through Taipei to North
America.

Myanmar leader visits Thailand in push for regional engagement

Posted on 2026-08-06 10:15:15

Myanmar's military leader, Min Aung Hlaing, is visiting Thailand as Bangkok
seeks to restart talks between Myanmar and ASEAN.

Min Aung Hlaing is expected to meet Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul
before attending a business forum (商業論壇) between the two countries.

Thailand says its careful approach aims to keep communication open and
encourage Myanmar to follow ASEAN's peace plan (和平計畫), which has made little
progress (進展甚微).

Myanmar's leaders have been banned from ASEAN summits since the military took
power in 2021, leading to a civil war.

Min Aung Hlaing became president in April after an army-backed (由軍方支持的) party
won an election without any strong opposition.

Flavio Bolsonaro names Alfredo Gaspar as running mate

Posted on 2026-08-06 10:15:16

Brazilian presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro has chosen conservative
lawmaker Alfredo Gaspar as his running mate (競選搭檔) in October's election.

The decision surprised observers because Bolsonaro had considered choosing a
woman to attract more voters.

Gaspar represents the northeastern state of Alagoas and previously served as
the state's public security secretary.

He also led a congressional investigation into Brazil's social security
agency.

The investigation has raised questions involving one of President Luiz Inacio
Lula da Silva's sons.

Lula's son denies any wrongdoing (不當行為).

Indonesia drought boosts salt harvest but threatens crops

Posted on 2026-08-06 10:15:16

A drought (乾旱) caused by El Niño is sharply increasing salt production in
Indonesia.

However, farmers are also preparing for stronger heat and crop losses.

In West Java, salt production reached nearly 600 metric tons in July.

That is much higher than the 25 to 30 tons produced during the same month
last year.

Most salt in Indonesia is made by allowing seawater to dry in shallow ponds
(淺水池) near the coast.

Long periods of sunshine help speed up this process.

The national weather agency says the dry season is expected to reach its
strongest point this month and could continue into early 2027.

More than 5-thousand possible fire areas were found across Indonesia last
month, raising concerns about wildfires.

Salt producers expect a very large harvest.

Meanwhile, crop farmers are being advised to change their planting schedules
and prepare for a long dry period.

EZ NEWS AUG 5, 2026

Posted on 2026-08-05 10:07:14

Tai-Ex opening

Posted on 2026-08-05 10:07:14

The Tai-Ex opened 449 points higher this morning from yesterday's close, at
43-thousand-809, on turnover of 25.5-billion N-T.

The market closed almost unchanged (幾乎沒有變化) on Tuesday after moving by more
than 1,000 points during the session.

Early gains (早盤漲幅) were reduced by selling, as investors largely ignored an
overnight rally (上漲行情) on Wall Street.

Lai meets with Eswatini's visiting PM

Posted on 2026-08-05 10:07:14

President Lai Ching-te has held talks with visiting Eswatini Prime Minister
Russell Dlamini.

During the meeting, Lai said the two countries are working together in
industry, public health and digital development.

He said his administration will continue to strengthen exchanges (加強交流) with
Eswatini and help the country meet its development goals (發展目標).

The cooperation includes energy projects, such as facilities for storing
emergency oil supplies (緊急石油儲備).

Lai also thanked Dlamini for Eswatini's support for Taiwan's participation in
international organizations (國際組織) during the United Nations General
Assembly.

MOTC eyeing future of Taoyuan International Airport's Terminal 1

Posted on 2026-08-05 10:07:14

The Ministry of Transport is reportedly considering several options for the
future of Terminal 1 at Taoyuan International Airport.

The terminal has been in service for nearly 50 years.

The ministry says an evaluation (評估) is now underway, but detailed plans will
not be released until construction of Terminal 3 is completed at the end of
next year.

Possible options include demolishing (拆除) and rebuilding Terminal 1 or
carrying out another major upgrade (進行升級改建).

The Taoyuan International Airport Corporation is expected to submit its own
proposal by the end of this year.

The terminal was upgraded between 2010 and 2013, raising its annual passenger
capacity (旅客運量) from 12 million to 15 million.

Qatar reports progress in U.S.-Iran mediation

Posted on 2026-08-05 10:07:14

Qatar says mediators (調停者) are making progress toward ending the U.S.-Iran
war, although conflicting statements have raised doubts about a quick
agreement.

Qatar says it is working with Pakistan and Oman to exchange draft proposals
(提案草案) between Washington and Tehran.

U.S. President Donald Trump says direct talks have begun, but Iranian
officials deny that negotiations with the United States are taking place.

Iran says separate talks with Oman about safe shipping routes (航運路線) through
the Strait of Hormuz are going well.

Brent crude oil prices fell more than 5 percent on hopes that ships may soon
be able to use the strait again.

However, the important shipping route remains almost completely closed.

Another cargo ship was hit near the strait, forcing the crew to leave the
vessel.

One crew member (船員) remains missing.

North Korea warns of new military measures against Japan

Posted on 2026-08-05 10:07:14

North Korea says it may take additional military action (額外軍事行動) in response
to Japan's recent test launch (試射) of a Tomahawk cruise missile.

Kim Yo Jong, the sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, criticized the
launch in a statement published by state media.

Japan fired the long-range missile from the Aegis destroyer Chokai in the
Pacific Ocean.

Kim also mentioned Japan's tests of other missiles and its participation in a
U.S.-led military exercise in the Philippines in May.

She accused Japan of trying to become a major military power and said the
United States was supporting those efforts.

Kim said North Korea would prepare additional military options to respond to
what it sees as a potential threat (潛在威脅), but she gave no details.

SpaceX rocket debris set to strike moon

Posted on 2026-08-05 10:07:14

A discarded (被丟棄的／廢棄的) piece of a SpaceX rocket is expected to crash into the
moon at around 2:35 this afternoon Taiwan time.

The four-metric-ton object is the second stage (火箭級段) of a Falcon 9 rocket
launched in January 2025.

It is expected to hit Einstein Crater at a speed of about 8-thousand-690
kilometers per hour.

SpaceX says the crash was not planned.

The rocket stage ran out of fuel and could no longer be controlled after
completing its mission.

The impact is expected to send lunar dust into the air, although it will be
difficult to see from Earth without special equipment.

Experts say the crash poses no danger, but it raises concerns about how space
debris (太空垃圾) will be managed as more missions travel to the moon.

EZ NEWS AUG 4, 2026

Posted on 2026-08-04 13:00:13

KMT calls for accountability over delayed reporting in tainted oil case

Posted on 2026-08-04 13:00:14

The K-M-T is calling for accountability (誰該負責) in the recent soybean oil case
involving excessive levels of a carcinogen (致癌物)- saying those responsible
for any delayed reporting, withholding information (隱匿資訊) or supervisory
failures should be held accountable.

K-M-T legislative caucus Secretary-General Lin Pei-hsiang is also demanding
to know when the Cabinet and the Ministry of Economic Affairs first became
aware of the issue and why it was not fully disclosed (宣布) at a food safety
briefing.

That call comes amid after Taiwan Sugar Corporation was accused of knowing as
early as May that oil from Central Union was problematic but responded by
returning it to the supplier without notifying (通知) the authorities.

Taiwan Sugar has denied any wrongdoing.

Domestic travel trips and spending hit record highs in 2025

Posted on 2026-08-04 13:00:14

The Tourism Administration says people aged 12 and older took a record
247-million domestic trips (國內旅行) in 2025 - an increase of 11-per cent from
the previous year.

According to the administration, a recent survey shows that each person on
average took 11-domestic trips during 2025, the average trip lasted 1.3 days,
and travelers spent and average of 2,200 N-T per trip.

About 80-per cent of domestic trips were day trips, while 92-per cent were
taken independently rather than in groups.

EU calls for stronger borders

Posted on 2026-08-04 13:00:19

In world news...

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has called for "united
action" on border security after the chaotic influx (湧入) of tens of thousands
of migrants from Morocco into the Spanish enclave (隔離區) of Ceuta last week.

Spain estimates that about 69,500 migrants have now returned to Morocco,
exceeding initial estimates of 50,000.

The official death toll on the Spanish side of the border stands at 72, with
11 deaths on the Moroccan side.

EU interior ministers will have emergency talks by video conference to
discuss the issue later today.

The scenes in Ceuta have strained relations (讓關係緊張) among some of the EU's 27
member states.

Cuba's blackouts threaten people's lives

Posted on 2026-08-04 13:00:19

Some Cubans are sleeping on Havana's famous seaside boulevard in the face of
crippling blackouts (大停電) stretching up to 20 hours during suffocating summer
heat.

Others, struggling with a collective insomnia from compounding crises, are
sleeping on balconies (陽台) and their front porches (門廊).

It comes after Cuba suffered its sixth islandwide blackout this year.

The nation has been in crisis since the Trump administration effectively cut
it off from oil in January.

The energy grid collapses leave people with fewer options as the U.S.
maintains pressure on the communist-led government.

The island's infrastructure (基礎建設) was already crumbling (分崩離析) after decades
of U.S. economic sanctions.

Trump complains about energy companies making too much money

Posted on 2026-08-04 13:00:19

Speaking with reporters, US President Donald Trump says he’s not pleased with
huge profits reported by Chevron and Exxon Mobil as the war with Iran drove
energy prices higher.

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