Traffic likely to snarl on 13 highway sections on the 3rd day of the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday; northbound National Freeway 5 may be congested until midnight
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Today's traffic volume is estimated at 114 million vehicle-kilometers
Northbound traffic volume could reach 62 million vehicle-kilometers
Impact of U.S.-Iran war gradually fades; UAE economy stabilizes, Taiwanese businesses grow more confident
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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More than 4.5 million people currently live in 杜拜
People of Indian origin, accounting for 40%, are the largest foreign resident group. Taiwanese people are a small minority there, and fewer than 20 Taiwanese businesses have long-term operations in 杜拜
The UAE ranks first among global economies with an exceptionally high usage rate of 73.3%
That is far above the global average of 18.8% among the working-age population
Volunteers return with shovels for the Guangfu Gratitude and Community Festival; 季連成 thanks them for helping rebuild
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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The help and encouragement of 500,000 visits by “shovel superheroes,” including volunteer cooking teams, machinery volunteers and medical volunteers from across Taiwan
Another 260 million cubic meters of earth and rock remain upstream on the Mataian Creek
“毬amulet (まりゅれっと),” a processed-products brand made with Hachinohe’s branded beef “八戸毬姫牛,” wins the 青森県物産振興協会会長賞 at the Aomori Prefecture Specialty Products Contest
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Raises approximately 1,200 beef cattle
Recorded glutamic acid at 28 mg/100 g
The glutamic acid content of typical beef is approximately 10 to 15 mg/100 g
Youthful energy bursts in “Sparkling Citrus Sherbet”: 高知国際高校 students develop the idea, and Kochi Ice, winner of the top prize at the Kochi Family’s Delicious Foods Awards 2026, brings it to market and reports to the prefectural vice governor. 1,500 units sold at the school festival. Goes on sale at ローソン and サニーマート in the prefecture
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Sales began on September 7, 2026, at ローソン, サニーマート and roadside stations in Kochi Prefecture
Net volume: 100 ml
Exports to 28 countries and regions, including Hong Kong, Thailand and the United States
The 5 original members of REAL AKIBA BOYZ. Saturday, February 6, 2027: LAST LIVE “ROOTS” “Goodbye, see you again.” —The 5 who started it all will say “goodbye” and “see you again” at the “promised place”—
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Saturday, Feb. 6, 2027
RAB will enter its 20th year since formation in October 2026
YouTube channel reaches 1 million subscribers
More than 1 billion total views for related videos online
Building new career paths for nurses from regional areas. A practicing nurse with experience in more than 4,000 cases launches medical art makeup and education businesses from Ueda, Nagano Prefecture
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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People in their 40s to 60s
Companies mentioned：株式会社ビリーフ、Artmake Academy SERPENT、WULOP
“We didn’t want people to give up on cute shoes”: 株式会社靴飾り, headquartered in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, unveils attachable accessories for comfortable shoes.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Preorders begin on the crowdfunding site CAMPFIRE on Saturday, September 26, 2026.
Decorations such as ribbons, crystals, lace and mizuhiki will be available in up to 28 colors.
Funding goal: 10,000 yen
Reward price: 925 yen
The “靴飾り” base and color samples for 28 colors are available from 3,925 yen each.
Rewards will be shipped sequentially from the end of March 2027
The new Men's Non-no models are a gateway to careers as top models and actors. In the magazine’s 40th anniversary year, 3 people were selected. Winners of the 41st Men's Non-no Model Audition announced!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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A total of 1,972 applications
A total of 102,376 votes
400,000 yen worth of ビームス gift cards
20 current Men's Non-no models
Companies mentioned：集英社、ビームス、Rakuten GirlsAward、MEN’S NON-NO、MEN'S NON-NO WEB
“Delta Force” celebrates its 2nd anniversary! 96neko releases the commemorative song “突破-CRUSH THE FRAME-”! Beta version of the new 5v5 mode “Detonation” now available
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Players can earn a total of 3,900 limited-time Delta Tickets, among other rewards
96neko’s commemorative song “突破-CRUSH THE FRAME-”
1.3 million X followers
More than 1.21 million YouTube channel subscribers
The cumulative number of views on Niconico Video and YouTube has surpassed 300 million
Japanese voice acting for all 17 operators
Companies mentioned：Team Jade、TiMi Studio Group、Tencent、Disney、Netflix、Call of Duty: Mobile、Metal Slug: Awakening、Proxima Beta Pte. Ltd.
“2026 MUSIC BANK GLOBAL FESTIVAL IN JAPAN” announces the performance dates for its 1st wave of artists and its MCs! Official 2nd advance sales (single-day tickets) open today, September 26 (Saturday), at 19:00!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Reserved seating (single-day ticket): 22,000 yen (tax included)
Arena seat with premium lounge access (single-day ticket): 150,000 yen (tax included)
Stand seat with premium lounge access (single-day ticket): 120,000 yen (tax included)
October 20, 2026 (Tuesday) | Seminar for logistics and SCM managers on logistics trends and measures for compliance with the Act on Advancement of Integration and Streamlining of Distribution Business
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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The event will be held on October 20, 2026 (Tuesday)
・Date and time: October 20, 2026 (Tuesday), 14:00–15:00
VIP-seat upgrade ticket with red carpet: ¥69,800 (tax included)
Companies mentioned：MTV、SPEED、SUPER BEAVER、指原莉乃、株式会社カカクコム、KDDI株式会社、ピップ株式会社、The VOCALOID Collection Powered by dwango、ヤマハ株式会社、Amdocs、Vubiquity、MTV Japan
Stock market windfalls have office workers quitting their jobs! Retirement wave among those aged 55 and older is coming; economists warn of major risks
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Amid a booming stock market, a wave of early retirements is sweeping among office workers aged 55 and older. Economists are warning of the risk of talent outflows, which could have a major impact on Japan’s labor structure.
Tomorrow’s weather: Heavy rain and falling temperatures! The northeast monsoon will strengthen from this day, bringing the “wettest and coolest period”; next week’s forecast at a glance
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan will have sunny weather during the Mid-Autumn holiday, but temperatures will fall and rain will arrive next week as the northeast monsoon strengthens, the Central Weather Administration warned, urging the public to watch for changing conditions.
After Work International》Is 台積電’s move to the U.S. just the beginning? 徐竹先: Phoenix could replicate “Hsinchu 2.0” over the next 30 years, with a new wave of business opportunities ahead!
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
台積電’s expansion into the United States has raised the possibility that Arizona could become a new industrial cluster dubbed “Hsinchu 2.0.” The development of the entire supply chain is drawing attention.
諸葛亮 and 劉伯溫 lose out! The champion among “China’s 8 great historical geniuses” is revealed, a versatile genius deified and influential for a thousand years
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A list of the “8 people in Chinese history closest to the gods” has been published, with Jiang Ziya ranked No. 1. Zhuge Liang and Liu Bowen also made the list, but were outranked in terms of the depth of their deification. The list reflects the reverence for intelligence and the mysterious in Chinese culture.
Not a paper bag! Foreigners try this “Taiwanese 1 household essential” and fall in love, snapping it up and praising its usefulness and unavailability elsewhere
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwanese garbage bags have become popular souvenirs among Japanese and South Korean tourists. Their fragrance, strength and design have won praise, and they are also a topic of discussion on social media.
Take note before traveling! Torrential rain floods Bangkok, Thailand; all 50 districts placed under flood alerts
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A record 300 millimeters of rain fell in Bangkok, Thailand, in 48 hours, overwhelming the drainage system and prompting the designation of all 50 city districts as flood zones. Residents have been evacuated and businesses disrupted, as the government mounts an emergency response.
9/26 Evening News｜New traffic rules take effect on 9/30! “1500-yuan consumption vouchers per person” available to apply for across Taiwan before 9/29; documents released after the Trump-Xi meeting
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan has separated the adjudication criteria for traffic violations and taxation at 36,000 yen. A raffle for meal vouchers worth 1,500 yen was held in Taichung, and tariff measures following the U.S.-China summit were also announced, with implications for public policy and the global economy.
“Taiwanese people love this 1 fruit” as prices plummet! Oversupply prompts major price cuts at PX Mart, with savvy shoppers snapping up the bargains
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Prices of Korean Shine Muscat grapes have plunged in Taiwan amid a surge in production and declining quality. A PX Mart promotion sparked a buying rush, reflecting the fruit’s loss of market standing and structural problems in the industry.
江啟臣 canvasses at Dajia Second Market; when residents ask where he lives, he replies: “I’ve always lived in Fengyuan. Xindian is my wife’s family home”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Legislative Yuan Deputy Speaker Chiang Chi-chen visited Dajia Second Market during the Mid-Autumn holiday and met with local residents. Asked where he lived, he clearly stated that he lived in Fengyuan.
Blowing the years into the depths of colored glass: 周丹薇’s “Radiant Colors,凝光” ancient flame glass exhibition tells of a life transformed and gently reborn through the refining fire
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
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周丹薇’s 2026 “Ancient Flame Glass: Radiant Colors,凝光” exhibition runs from September 25 to October 4 at 台北阿樹國際旅店
Open to visitors on weekdays from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
White House releases fact sheet on Trump-Xi meeting! Focuses on US$30 billion in trade concessions, but why is Taiwan not mentioned at all?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
After Chinese President Xi Jinping’s visit to the United States, the White House released a fact sheet focusing on trade concessions and AI cooperation but making no mention of Taiwan, underscoring the complexity of U.S.-China relations.
Remember to claim the government’s cash gift! “500 yuan per person” for anyone who meets 1 condition; how and when to claim it
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
To enliven the Mid-Autumn holiday, Taipei City is promoting a “Panda Hide-and-Seek” treasure hunt in the Maokong shopping district and 6 major riverside attractions. Visitors can collect stamps to receive 500-yuan vouchers and limited-edition merchandise, as the city seeks to attract tourists.
Why not sleep in one of the Forbidden City’s more than 9000 rooms? Qing dynasty emperors preferred to squeeze into the “just 3 ping” Hall of Mental Cultivation; the real reason is surprisingly crafty
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Qing emperors chose to live in the relatively small Hall of Mental Cultivation, despite the Forbidden City having more than 9,000 rooms. This reflected not only filial piety but also a pursuit of political independence and governing efficiency.
Can Shen Boyang really beat Chiang Wan-an? Shen Zheng-nan reveals the key to turning Taipei around: He needs at least “this figure” in the vote share
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Whether Democratic Progressive Party Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Boyang can defeat incumbent Chiang Wan-an has sparked discussion. Shen Zheng-nan said that securing 36% support and achieving high voter turnout would be necessary for an upset, underscoring the importance of centrist voters.
China’s new entry and exit rules officially take effect! Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council warns that 5 groups may “be able to enter but unable to leave”; reports of people going missing or being detained have reached 449
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Following the implementation of China’s new entry and exit system, Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council warned that 5 categories of people, including those connected to the semiconductor industry, could face the risk of being “allowed to enter but unable to leave.” Since 2024, 449 Taiwanese people have been reported missing or detained in China.
Don’t always stick to the same old approach! Federer urges tennis to open up its rights and embrace influencers, saying they can get more people to love the sport
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Tennis legend Roger Federer stressed the importance of using social media to engage younger audiences in response to disruptions by influencers at the U.S. Open. He also called for silence to be maintained during matches.
Who won the Xi-Trump meeting in Washington? A strategic scholar reveals the political calculation: “Trump gained substance, Xi Jinping gained face”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump met in Washington. Scholars analyzed the outcome as “Trump gaining practical benefits and Xi Jinping gaining face.” A temporary easing of U.S.-China tensions is in focus.
Fu Kun-chi calls for a “universal cash handout of 20,000”; Ko Wen-je criticizes the “vulgarization of politics”: “Everyone has worked so hard to hollow Taiwan out”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A dispute between Taiwan’s ruling and opposition parties over cash payments has intensified. As Fu Kun-chi called for a payment of 20,000 yen, Ko Wen-je voiced concern about worsening public finances and criticized the move as “vulgarizing politics.”
Trump posts map renaming the Strait of Hormuz the “Trump Strait”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Former President Donald Trump posted that the Strait of Hormuz should be renamed the “Trump Strait.” His stance rejecting Iran’s ceasefire proposal suggests the possibility of renewed military action.
Xi Jinping’s U.S. visit yields 8 points of agreement with Trump! China and the U.S. to cut tariffs reciprocally on “$30 billion” in goods, with AI talks set for November
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump reached an 8-point agreement to strengthen cooperation in the economy, AI and military affairs. A key element is $30 billion in reciprocal tariff cuts, which could help stabilize international relations.
U.S. and China pursue preferential tariff treatment! China to import 10 million tons of U.S. coal in each of 2027 and 2028
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
As part of an easing of trade relations, the United States and China agreed that China would import 10 million tons of U.S. coal annually in 2027 and 2028. They are also advancing preferential tariffs on $30 billion worth of non-sensitive goods. This is an important step toward easing trade tensions.
Could the Fed be overlooking the risk from diesel prices? A 83% surge in U.S. diesel prices could drive up core inflation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
U.S. diesel prices have risen 83% since the start of the year, heightening the risk that higher logistics costs will feed into core inflation. Torsten Slok of Apollo warned that the Federal Reserve is underestimating the impact.
Companies mentioned：Apollo Global Management、Chicago Federal Reserve