2025 年 8 月 26日｜HOT 基礎英文新聞｜S1 EP26
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第一則：大罷免公投挫敗！蔡英文力挺賴清德喊團結
823 公投罷免失利後，總統賴清德於 8 月 24 日在官邸與前總統蔡英文、副總統蕭美琴會面，就政局交換意見。蔡英文表達支持，並為兩人加油。
賴清德承諾將和所有人攜手合作，強調民主價值，並提出四項改革措施；另外，內閣也將啟動人事改組，提升效率與施政感。賴清德最後強調，將把人民的聲音化為力量，帶領台灣走向更美好的未來。
Recall Vote Fails! Tsai Ing-wen Supports Lai Ching-te’s Call for Unity
After the failure of the 823 referendum recall, President Lai Ching-te met with former President Tsai Ing-wen and Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim at the presidential residence on August 24 to exchange views on the political situation. Tsai Ing Wen expressed her support and encouraged the two.
Lai Ching-te promised to work together with everyone, emphasizing democratic values and proposed four reform measures. Besides, the cabinet will launch a personnel reshuffle to improve efficiency and governance. Lai Ching-te eventually emphasized that he will turn the voices of the people into strength and lead Taiwan toward a better future.
第二則：核三支持度高 能源改革將至?
核三重啟公投獲得高支持度，反映社會對穩定供電與經濟發展的期待。工商協進會於8月24日指出，當前能源政策與電力結構需調整，應順應民意將核能納入考量。
另外，協進會也強調改善朝野關係，加強行政與立法間的溝通。最後，呼籲政府將公投視為改革契機，並承諾與各界合作，為台灣經濟創造更穩定的未來。
No. 3 Nuclear Wins Support, Energy Reform Ahead?
The third Nuclear Power Plant restart referendum received high support, reflecting society’s expectations for stable power supply and economic development. On August 24, Chinese National Association of Industry and Commerce stated that the current energy policy and power structure need to be adjusted, and that nuclear power should be taken into consideration in line with public opinion.
Besides, the Association also emphasized improving relations between the ruling and opposition parties, and strengthening communication between the executive and the legislature. Finally, it called on the government to view referendums as opportunities to reform, and promised to work with all sectors to create a more stable future for Taiwan’s economy.
第三則：少棒封王! 相隔29年再奪威廉波特冠軍
台北市東園國小少棒隊於8月25日在威廉波特世界少棒錦標賽，以7比0完封內華達州隊。這是台灣自1996年後，相隔29年後再度奪下總冠軍，也是歷史上的第18冠。
比賽中投打表現亮眼，先發投手林晉擇主投5局壓制對手，而終結者陳啟盛也成功守成。這場勝利不僅肯定台灣棒球實力，也喚起社會對少棒的熱情與支持。
Little League Champions! Claims Williamsport Title After 29 Years
On August 25, the Dongyuan Elementary School baseball team defeated the Nevada team with seven to nil at the Little League World Series in Williamsport. This is Taiwan’s first championship after 29 years since 1996, and its 18th championship in history.
The team’s pitching and batting performances were outstanding. Starting pitcher Lin Jin Ze dominated the opposition over five innings, and closer Chen Ci Sheng successfully sealed the victory. This triumph not only affirmed Taiwan’s baseball strength but also reignited societal enthusiasm and support for Little League.
第四則：Bolt登台在即 叫車市場恐洗牌
有網友於8月24日發現Bolt Taiwan已在Instagram招募司機，顯示這間來自愛沙尼亞的超級App 即將進軍台灣市場。Bolt以低抽成和多元服務聞名，涵蓋叫車、單車租賃、外送食物及共享汽車等。
Bolt強調低成本和在地化經營，成功打造一站式的超級應用程式。外界預期，Bolt將與Uber、LINE Go及台灣大車隊展開激烈競爭，可能引發優惠大戰，改變整體市場格局。
Bolt Set to Enter Taiwan, Ride-Hailing Market May Reshuffle
On August 24, netizens discovered that Bolt Taiwan was recruiting drivers on Instagram, indicating that the Estonian super app is about to enter the Taiwanese market. Bolt is known for its low commission and diverse services, including ride-hailing, bicycle rental, food delivery, and car sharing.
Bolt emphasizes low costs and localized operations, successfully creating a one-stop super app. It is expected that Bolt will engage in fierce competition with Uber, LINE Go, and Taiwan Taxi Cooperative, potentially sparking a price war and altering the overall market landscape.
第五則：日本公仔市場穩固 Labubu熱潮難以撼動
中國公仔 Labubu 近期在全球掀起熱潮，但在日本卻難以打開市場。製造商泡泡瑪特曾積極擴展業務，與Uniqlo合作推出聯名商品，然而這些努力仍未帶來明顯效果。
日媒認為，消費者對各式可愛公仔已習以為常。Labubu可怕又可愛的外型並不新鮮，而且對盲盒玩法也不陌生。相比之下，本土角色吉伊卡哇能以故事情境引發情感共鳴，正是Labubu難以撼動日本市場的關鍵。
Stable Japanese Doll Market Leaves Labubu Craze Unshaken
The Chinese doll Labubu has become popular around the world, but it has struggled to break into the market in Japan. Manufacturer Pop Mart has made efforts to expand business, collaborating with Uniqlo to launch co-branded products. However, these efforts have yet to yield significant results.
Japanese media believe that consumers are used to all kinds of cute dolls. Labubu’s scary yet cute appearance is nothing new, and consumers are also familiar with blind box games. In contrast, the local character Chiikawa can evoke emotional resonance through storytelling, which is the key reason why Labubu has been unable to shake up the Japanese market.
Let’s wrap up today’s episode. We’ve learned about some important events happening around the world.
Following a failed recall vote, President Lai Ching-te met with former President Tsai Ing-wen to project unity and has pledged significant governance reforms.
A successful referendum to restart the Third Nuclear Power Plant is pressuring the government to reconsider its energy policy and incorporate nuclear power.
Taiwan’s Dong Yuan Elementary School team has won the Williamsport Little League World Series, claiming the championship title for the first time in 29 years.
The ride-hailing market is bracing for a shake-up as Estonian super app Bolt prepares to launch in Taiwan, threatening to spark a price war with competitors like Uber.
The globally popular doll Labubu is struggling to succeed in Japan’s competitive market, where local characters with strong emotional storytelling maintain their dominance.
In the next episode, we will together explore the recent hot news with you in the morning. Don’t forget to come back. Have a nice day and hear me next time. Bye!
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