【中英文新聞】藍白聯手推兩大爭議公投｜比工業革命更猛！AI搶白領飯碗｜川普撤過路費？換盟國投資｜中國安踏豪砸563億入股PUMA｜結帳順手加購？超商陳列心機曝光｜20260717
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2026 年 7 月 17 日｜HOT 基礎英文新聞｜S1 EP273
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第一則：推動廢除非核家園與安樂死公投？藍白力拚 8 月三讀
國民黨與民眾黨於 7 月 14 日在立法院憑藉人數優勢，將「廢除非核家園」與「安樂死」2 項公投案逕付二讀，並交付朝野協商，民眾黨指出，約 3/4 民調支持尊嚴善終，保障病患選擇安樂死的權利。
國民黨則表示，因應 AI 產業發展與用電需求，主張廢除非核政策，以維持供電穩定及電價。兩案依法進入 1 個月協商冷凍期，預計 8 月力拚三讀，後續將牽動台灣能源政策、人權議題及年底選務安排。
Taiwan Opposition Push Referendums on Euthanasia and Nuclear Energy? Aim for Final Reading in August
On July 14, the KMT and the TPP used their majority in the Legislative Yuan to move two referendum proposals directly to a second reading and send them for cross-party negotiations. One proposal would end Taiwan’s “Nuclear-Free Homeland” policy, while the other would legalize euthanasia. The TPP said that about three-quarters of public opinion polls support the right to die with dignity and that patients should have the right to choose euthanasia.
The KMT said ending the non-nuclear policy would support the development of Taiwan’s AI industry while maintaining a stable power supply and electricity prices. The two proposals have entered a one-month negotiation period and are expected to seek final approval in August. The outcome could have a major impact on Taiwan’s energy policy, human rights, and preparations for the year-end elections.
第二則：AI 工作衝擊恐超越工業革命！全球 200 位專家聯合示警
全球逾 200 位經濟學家與 AI 研究人員，包含 16 位諾貝爾獎得主在內，共同發布聯合聲明，警告 AI 未來 10 年恐引發經濟衝擊，超越工業革命規模，短期內可能造成大量失業與社會分化。
專家呼籲領導者應該及早擬定對策，建立防護機制，引導 AI 朝擴增人類勞動力發展，並加速重建社會安全網以因應白領失業潮，確保全民共享 AI 發展成果並順利度過轉型。
AI’s Impact on Jobs Could Exceed the Industrial Revolution! More Than 200 Experts Issue a Global Warning
More than 200 economists and AI researchers, including 16 Nobel laureates, have issued a joint statement warning that AI could cause economic disruption greater than that of the Industrial Revolution over the next decade. In the short term, they said it could also lead to widespread job losses and deeper social divisions.
The experts urged leaders to act early by developing clear policies, building strong safeguards, and guiding AI to expand human abilities rather than replace workers. They also called for faster efforts to rebuild social safety nets, prepare for rising white-collar unemployment, ensure that everyone shares the benefits of AI, and help society move through the transition smoothly.
第三則：川普撤回 20% 荷莫茲海峽費用？波斯灣盟國投資美國成新條件
川普原先宣布對通過荷莫茲海峽的貨物徵收 20% 費用，但於 7 月 14 日決定撤回，改以和波斯灣盟國達成貿易與投資協議取代。他表示，多國領袖更願意在美國投入巨額資金，而非支付過路費。
川普認為此結果比無償守護海峽更公平，並強調美軍仍會維持海上封鎖，但僅針對往返伊朗港口或與伊朗相關的船隻。此舉在免除費用之餘，也為美國爭取投資並持續防堵伊朗。
No More 20% Fee in the Strait of Hormuz? Gulf Allies Turn to U.S. Investment
President Trump had announced a 20% fee on cargo shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, but he canceled the plan on July 14. Instead, the United States will seek trade and investment deals with its Gulf allies. Trump said several leaders told him they would rather invest large amounts of money in the U.S. than pay a transit fee.
Trump said this approach is fairer than protecting the strait for free. He added that the U.S. military will continue its naval blockade, but only against ships traveling to or from Iranian ports or linked to Iran. The decision removes the fee, attracts investment to the U.S., and keeps pressure on Iran.
第四則：安踏砸 563 億入股成 PUMA 最大股東
中國運動品牌安踏宣布，以 15 億歐元收購德國品牌 PUMA 約 29% 股權，成為最大單一股東。這筆交易金額約新台幣 563 億元，消息公布後，PUMA 股價大漲。
市場分析，法國皮諾家族出售股權，主要是為了降低債務並專注 Gucci 等精品品牌轉型；安踏則希望藉由 PUMA 強化全球布局，並擴大中國市場與國際品牌影響力。
Anta Spends NT$56.3 billion to Become Puma’s Largest Shareholder
Chinese sportswear company Anta announced that it will acquire about 29% of German brand Puma for 1.5 billion euros, becoming the company’s largest single shareholder. The deal is worth about 56.3 billion New Taiwan dollars, and Puma’s stock price rose sharply after the announcement.
Market analysts said the Pinault family of France sold the shares mainly to reduce debt and focus on transforming luxury brands such as Gucci. Anta hopes to strengthen its global expansion through Puma and further increase its influence in the Chinese market and international sportswear industry.
第五則：不自覺越買越多？超商陳列與動線藏玄機
便利商店陳列以方便拿取為原則，貨架通常較低，深度最多約 40 公分，並在轉角端架擺放新品、高利潤或自有品牌商品。鮮食區多設在前方，熱銷飲料則放在後方，引導顧客走入店內以延長購物時間。
業者也會依早晚人流調整商品位置，並在收銀機或飲料櫃旁放置口香糖與小零食，讓顧客在結帳時順手加購，刺激衝動消費。未來門市也會走向連鎖經營單店化，透過數據與觀察發展在地化特色陳列。
Picking Up More Than You Planned? The Strategy Behind Convenience Store Displays and Store Layouts
Convenience store displays are designed to keep products within easy reach. Shelves are usually low and no more than about 40 centimeters deep, while endcap displays often feature new arrivals, high-margin items, or private-label products. In store layout, ready-to-eat meals are usually placed near the entrance, while popular drinks are set farther back to draw customers deeper inside and encourage them to spend more time shopping.
Retailers also adjust product placement based on morning and evening customer traffic. Gum and small snacks are often placed near checkout counters or drink refrigerators, making it easy for customers to add them while paying and encouraging impulse buying. In the future, convenience stores are expected to become more localized, using data and store observations to tailor displays to local customer needs.
Let’s wrap up today’s episode. We’ve learned about some important events happening around the world.
Two referendum proposals on euthanasia and nuclear power have entered cross-party negotiations before a possible final vote in August.
Economists and AI researchers say stronger safeguards and social safety nets are needed to manage AI-related job losses.
The U.S. replaced its planned Strait of Hormuz transit fee with investment deals, while maintaining its naval blockade against Iran.
Anta will spend NT$56.3 billion to buy a major stake in Puma, as the Chinese sportswear giant expands globally while the Pinault family shifts focus back to luxury brands like Gucci.
Convenience stores are using smarter shelf layouts and product displays to make shopping easier, keep customers in the store longer, and match local demand.
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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