Yuichiro Tamaki wins reelection as leader of Japan’s 國民民主黨
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Japan’s 國民民主黨 held its leadership election on Sept. 6, with incumbent leader Yuichiro Tamaki winning reelection. Tamaki set goals of expanding the party’s influence and securing a pivotal number of seats in future elections.
Facts
57-year-old incumbent leader Yuichiro Tamaki
30-year-old policy research vice chair and Lower House member Mikihiko Hashimoto
Vied for 159 points
Each of the party’s 53 lawmakers held 1 point
386 local councilors
49,578 party members and supporters
Tamaki won 127 points
Hashimoto secured 32 points
Tamaki received support from 42 lawmakers
Aims to double the number of local councilors to 700
Aims to win more than 40 seats in the House of Councillors election
國民民主黨 currently holds 28 seats in the House of Representatives
Tamsui pharmacist implicated in drugging case; Shilin District Court orders detention without visitation, citing risk of evidence tampering and collusion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Summary not yet available
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Serious offense carrying a minimum sentence of 5 years in prison
Hsiao Bi-khim and Chuang Ching-cheng make mooncakes for pets, unveil animal-friendly policies for Hsinchu City
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Hsiao Bi-khim attended an event marking the establishment of a supporters’ group for Hsinchu City mayoral candidate Chuang Ching-cheng. Chuang proposed animal-friendly policies, hoping to build a city that combines technological development with care for life.
Facts
Chuang Ching-cheng proposes the “二網一圈一平台” policy to build an animal-friendly city
The smart animal care network includes improving dog and cat shelters, medical isolation facilities, and adoption and display spaces
Chuang Ching-cheng has interdisciplinary expertise in biomedical engineering and experience in central and local government administration and elected office
Fraud ring uses back-to-school season to send keys for fake rentals and lure victims to phishing websites; Criminal Investigation Bureau reveals new scam tactics
[Kyotanabe, Kyoto] Half price for elementary school students and free for preschoolers! Introducing the “Weekday Family Stay” to support family trips this fall and winter
[横浜市磯子区民文化センター杉田劇場] A new world of expression with recorder, guitar and countertenor — “Alba 2: Music for a Moment” to be presented 《Free admission for those 18 and under!》
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Sept. 29, 2026
General admission: 3,500 yen
Smile Club members: 3,000 yen
Students (university students and older): 2,500 yen
Introducing “Stella Maris,” an elegant all-white bracelet from Hawaii-based power stone specialist マルラニハワイ! [Available exclusively at the Omotesando store and LUCUA IRE store]
Bring “the ability to solve mysteries” and “the ability to create answers” together in 1 set. New release: “Critical Thinking Experience Set” for ages 10–15
Breaking: 廖國宏, third-generation member of the Howard Group, dies suddenly at 55; hotel industry mourns and reveals cause
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
廖國宏, a core executive of 福華集團 and a member of its founding family, died suddenly at the age of 55. Cerebral hemorrhage is believed to have been the cause of death, and industry figures have expressed deep condolences.
Africa is actually 14 times larger than Greenland, though they look similar on a map! Why the UN is dropping traditional maps and phasing out the Mercator projection
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The United Nations recommended adopting the Equal Earth map, which accurately depicts area, to correct distortions in the Mercator projection. It is important that the size of Africa be properly recognized.
Don’t rush to recycle those plastic bottles at home! Take them here to earn money: “1 bottle gets you 1 dollar,” plus earn 4 times more. See all 1600 locations nationwide, including 全聯 and 全家
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Smart recycling machines installed by Taiwan’s ECOCO collect items such as plastic bottles and award points that can be redeemed for shopping or beverage discounts. With installations at more than 1600 locations, they combine environmental awareness with convenience.
“I turned on my headlights in the rain, yet was fined NT$1200!” Court ruling reveals the correct procedure; many people have driven for years without knowing
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A Taiwanese driver was fined 1200 yuan for not turning on the headlights in rainy weather and appealed, but a court ruled that daytime running lights were not sufficient. Many drivers misunderstand the requirement.
This week’s top news! Are Vietnamese not the largest group of foreign spouses in Taiwan? New rankings released / Health insurance premiums: 8 counties and cities announce automatic full payment without an application / 2 of Taiwan’s long-established national universities to merge!
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Updates on a range of Taiwan social policies and practical information include senior benefits, automatic health insurance premium payments in 8 counties and cities, new rankings of foreign spouses, and progress on a university merger, among other timely issues.
New National Pension system takes effect in 2026! People aged 65 and older: miss “1 step” and 百萬 in retirement benefits could be forfeited. A guide to the no-application process and payment methods
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Starting in 2026, the National Pension old-age pension will move to a new system that requires no application. The government will automatically check eligibility and notify people before they turn 65. Bank account registration is required.
Miracle amid Nepal floods! Chinese worker rescued after 10 days trapped in a tunnel; 五千 people still missing
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
10 days after floods devastated Nepal, Chinese workers were miraculously rescued from a buried tunnel. The death toll has exceeded 1375, and more than 5500 people remain missing. International rescue efforts are continuing.
Trump’s approval rating hits a new low! 2/3 of voters are pessimistic about the U.S. economy; could a “presidential endorsement” become poison in the midterm elections?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
President Trump’s approval rating has fallen to 33%, amid economic concerns and dissatisfaction with his tariff policies. With the midterm elections approaching, a “Trump endorsement” could backfire for Republican candidates.
Companies mentioned:Financial Times、Focaldata、American Automobile Association (AAA)
Hsu Hsin-ying protests she “never promised” to yield the Zhubei race; media commentator pinpoints timing and says even fellow KMT members may find her hard to believe
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Hsu Hsin-ying, the KMT’s candidate for Hsinchu County magistrate, denied ever promising to yield the Zhubei mayoral election, sparking controversy over a breakdown in cooperation between the blue and white camps. Media questioned the timing and credibility of her clarification, saying it could seriously affect the election.
A strong rebound in U.S. semiconductor stocks drove Taiwan shares up 473 points in overnight trading, closing at 47182. Analysts expect Taiwan stocks to open higher next Monday and challenge the 48000 mark.
Slip on the Ice-Edge Air Shell and run into summer with a breeze: Lee Da-hye leads ONE BOY’s inaugural Ice-Edge Air Shell 4K Fun Run
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwanese functional apparel brand ONE BOY held its first “冰鋒氣殼4K歡樂路跑” in Taipei on September 6, 2026. 李多慧 took part as a guest, and about a thousand people completed the run in the rain. Participants experienced the practicality of functional clothing in hot, humid summer conditions.
Companies mentioned:台灣波拓生技股份有限公司、輝葉、肯寶KB99、US優生、波蜜企業、黑豆桑古魯蛋、LUCIDO、漢寶杯麵、威豹能量飲料、Our Blue Planet、Heartfelt用心、KOH COCONUT酷椰嶼、湖池屋
[Tai Duan] Filed pursuant to Taiwan Stock Exchange Corporation letter No. 1121801204, code Tai-Zheng-Shang-Yi
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
Ta Tien Industrial announced the investment balances in four funds it holds and that redemption proceeds remain unpaid. The fair value was assessed at NT$0, indicating significant financial risk and an impact on shareholders’ equity.
Companies mentioned:Ayers Alliance Financial Group Ltd.、STI PF Limited、City Credit Investment Bank Limited、City Credit Asset Management Nominee Co., Ltd.、CCAM Co., Ltd.
[CTBC Financial Holding] Subsidiary CTBC Bank Co., Ltd. Announces Renewal of Alipay Payment Cooperation with 支付寶支付科技有限公司
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
中國信託商業銀行 renewed its cross-border online shopping payment service agreement with Alipay on September 5, 2026. Continued cooperation between Taiwanese financial institutions and Chinese payment services provides reassurance to shareholders and the market.
[Materials*-KY] Subsidiary 北屏新材料(山東)有限公司 Announces Additional Loans Extended That Amount to at Least NT$ ten million and Reach at Least 2% of the Publicly Listed Company’s Net Worth in Its Most Recent Financial Statements.
How far can the yen’s reversal go? 高盛 says structural recovery has “just begun”; Bank of America forecasts it will rise to 149 by year-end
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The yen strengthened on expectations of a Bank of Japan rate hike and rumors of GPIF asset reallocation. 高盛 and Bank of America see a structural reversal, while 摩根大通 warns that expectations may be too high.
U.S. August CPI key to September rate hike! Bank of America and Citi lay out two opposing scenarios
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The U.S. August CPI is key to the FOMC’s September interest rate decision. バンク・オブ・アメリカ supports a rate hike, while Citi expects rates to remain unchanged. The market is focused on diverging inflation indicators and the direction of monetary policy.
Could China’s 長鑫科技 circumvent EUV sanctions? 北方華創 says two-step etching for 3D DRAM marks a breakthrough
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Chinese semiconductor equipment maker 北方華創 has developed a 2-stage etching technology that can produce 3D DRAM without EUV equipment. The technology could help 長鑫科技 with mass production and contribute to China’s semiconductor self-sufficiency, drawing attention as a technological breakthrough.
A sudden drop in temperature can make you more prone to colds! How can you guard against autumn fatigue and catching a chill during the White Dew solar term? (Includes a lung-nourishing meal plan) - Heho健康