【中英文新聞】哥倫比亞7.4強震釀重災｜台灣新生兒跌破八千人！｜平均月薪近五萬！七成勞工卻領不到｜海外網購掏空台灣消費力？｜蔡依林《Pleasure》橫掃金曲獎｜20260812
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2026 年 8 月 12 日｜HOT 基礎英文新聞｜S1 EP291
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第一則：哥倫比亞今年最強震釀 132 死 與委內瑞拉地震成因不同
哥倫比亞於當地時間 8 月 10 日發生規模 7.4 強震，造成至少 132 人死亡、超過 480 人受傷，逾 1,500 棟房屋受損。哥倫比亞政府已宣布進入緊急狀態，救援人員持續搜尋受困民眾。
由於委內瑞拉 6 月也曾發生規模 7 以上強震，引發外界關注兩者是否相關。不過，地質專家表示，兩起地震雖然都位於南美洲板塊附近，但屬於不同板塊交界與地震機制，因此並沒有直接關聯。
Colombia’s Strongest Earthquake This Year Kills 132 People, With Different Cause From Venezuela Quakes
A magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck Colombia on August 10, local time, killing at least 132 people, injuring more than 480, and damaging over 1,500 homes. The Colombian government has declared a state of emergency, while rescue teams continue searching for people trapped under the rubble.
Venezuela also experienced earthquakes above magnitude 7 in June, raising questions about whether the two events were connected. However, geologists said the earthquakes occurred near different plate boundaries and were caused by different geological movements, even though both were near the South American Plate. Therefore, the two earthquakes were not directly related.
第二則：台灣少子化加劇！7 月新生兒不到 8 千人
台灣少子化持續惡化，7 月新生兒僅 7,906 人，死亡人數則達 1 萬 7,119 人，死亡人數是出生人數的 2 倍以上。台灣人口截至 7 月底已連續 31 個月負成長，也連續 66 個月出現「生不如死」。
民間團體表示，少子化不能只靠現金補助解決，政府還需要改善育兒友善職場、托育與生活環境，降低家庭養育孩子的壓力，才能提高民眾生育意願。
Taiwan’s Low Birthrate Worsens as July Births Fall Below 8,000
Taiwan’s low birthrate continues to worsen. Only 7,906 babies were born in July, while 17,119 people died, meaning the number of deaths was more than twice the number of births. By the end of July, Taiwan’s population had declined for 31 months in a row, while deaths had exceeded births for 66 straight months.
Civic groups said cash payments alone cannot solve the low birthrate problem. The government also needs to create more family-friendly workplaces and improve childcare services and living conditions. These measures could reduce the pressure of raising children and encourage more people to have children.
第三則：平均月薪近 5 萬 7 成勞工仍領不到
主計總處公布，今年上半年全體受僱員工每月經常性薪資平均為 4 萬 8,981 元，年增 2.88%。不過，低於平均薪資的員工比率首度突破七成，達 70.03%，創有統計以來新高。
主計總處表示，科技業高薪會拉高平均薪資，加上移工與部分工時員工增加，也提高低於平均薪資的比率，若只看本國籍受僱員工，低於平均薪資的比率反而已連續兩年下降。
Average Monthly Pay Near NT$50,000, but 70% of Workers Earn Less
The Directorate General of Budget, Accounting and Statistics reported that the average regular monthly earnings for all employees was NT$48,981 in the first half of this year, up 2.88% from a year earlier. However, the share of workers earning less than the average salary rose above 70% for the first time, reaching 70.03%, the highest level on record.
The Directorate General of Budget, Accounting and Statistics said high salaries in the technology sector push up the overall average. The growing number of migrant and part-time workers also increases the share of employees earning below the average. However, among Taiwanese employees, the share earning less than the average has actually fallen for two straight years.
第四則：跨境網購夯 消費力加速流向海外
近年台灣跨境網購持續成長，業界估計，每月約有 200 萬至 300 萬件海外網購包裹寄送來台，其中多數來自中國電商平台。大量消費支出流向海外，也讓國內零售市場面臨更大競爭壓力。
專家指出，若消費金額持續流向海外平台，將影響台灣零售、供應鏈與就業市場的發展。如何提升本土電商與零售業競爭力，已成為未來重要課題。
Cross-Border Online Shopping Grows, Consumer Spending Continues to Flow Overseas
Cross-border online shopping has continued to grow in Taiwan in recent years. Industry estimates show that around two to three million overseas online shopping parcels are delivered to Taiwan every month, with most of them coming from Chinese e-commerce platforms. As more consumer spending flows overseas, Taiwan’s retail market is facing greater competitive pressure.
Experts said that if consumer spending continues to flow to overseas platforms, it could affect Taiwan’s retail industry, supply chains, and job market. Improving the competitiveness of local e-commerce platforms and retailers has become an important challenge for the future.
第五則：蔡依林狂掃金曲三大獎！專輯《Pleasure》掀熱議
蔡依林於 6 月 27 日憑專輯《Pleasure》，在第 37 屆金曲獎拿下最佳華語女歌手、年度專輯與最佳演唱錄音專輯 3 項大獎，與張震嶽並列本屆最大贏家。
這張專輯因電音舞曲、前衛曲風，以及描寫女性的感官慾望而引發討論。許多歌迷認為，《Pleasure》不只是得獎作品，更展現蔡依林持續冒險、不停突破自我的精神。
Jolin Tsai Sweeps Three Golden Melody Awards! Album "Pleasure" Sparks Discussion
Jolin Tsai took home three major trophies for her album “Pleasure” at the 37th Golden Melody Awards on June 27th, winning Best Mandarin Female Singer, Album of the Year, and Best Vocal Recording Album, tying with Chang Chen-yue as the biggest winner of the night.
The album has sparked widespread discussion for its electronic dance music, avant-garde style, and bold portrayal of female sensual desires. Many fans believe that “Pleasure” is not just an award-winning piece, but a true reflection of Jolin’s continuous spirit of taking risks and pushing her own boundaries.
Let’s wrap up today’s episode. We’ve learned about some important events happening around the world.
A magnitude 7.4 earthquake in Colombia killed at least 132 people, but geologists said it was not directly related to the recent earthquakes in Venezuela.
Taiwan’s population decline is deepening as births remain far below deaths, prompting calls for better childcare, family-friendly workplaces, and broader support beyond cash subsidies.
Taiwan’s average monthly earnings reached nearly NT$50,000, but the share of workers earning below the average topped 70% for the first time, reaching a record high.”
Growing cross-border online shopping is sending more consumer spending overseas, creating new challenges for Taiwan’s retail industry and local economy.
Jolin Tsai became the biggest winner at the 37th Golden Melody Awards, taking home three trophies for her acclaimed album “Pleasure.”
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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