“Bringing hometown ties together．Passing traditions across generations．Moving forward together”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
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Tainan is an important source of Taiwan's history and culture. The people of Tainan, nurtured by this land, value personal bonds and keep their word. They are hardworking and practical, and have an unyielding spirit. Wherever they may be, their sense of belonging and attachment to their hometown remain deeply rooted in the heart of every Tainan resident. Founded in 1974 at the initiative of Wu San-lien and other elders, 台北市台南同鄉總會 has journeyed through half a century. With the shared efforts of Hsieh Kuo-cheng, Chen Shui-bian, Chen Tang-shan, successive honorary chairpersons, board members, supervisors and countless community elders, it has grown from an early association for maintaining hometown ties and mutual support into an important platform that brings together Tainan residents living, working and starting businesses in Taipei.
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Brothers beat Guardians to secure first place in the second half; Chen Chun-hsiu hits the game-winning single
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The CPBL's 中信兄弟 defeated 富邦悍將 7-3 today
Original悍將則落後年度戰績第2的統一7-ELEVEn獅隊達1.5場勝差
Felix Pena (Felix Pena) had to hurriedly black out a white logo on his undersleeve with a pen after Guardians manager Mitsutaka Goto protested; Pena ultimately gave up 3 runs over 5.1 innings
Is the U.S.-China tech rivalry changing qualitatively? Trump calls for an AI czar; expert says the second half of the AI race is underway: It's not just about model computing power
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The U.S.-China AI rivalry has entered a qualitative new phase. The U.S. is seeking to generate high returns with closed-source models, while China is pursuing low-cost open-source deployment. Taiwan’s 林昌興 says the rivalry has entered its “second half.”
Shen Boyang's poll numbers close to Chiang Wan-an's? Kuo Cheng-liang reveals the inside story of the “framing effect”: The KMT camp is still taking a nap
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A Taipei mayoral poll shows just a 1.2% gap in support between Chiang Wan-an and Shen Boyang. Kuo Cheng-liang criticized the poll's design for a “framing effect” and warned that the KMT camp is lagging in its campaign pace and needs to mobilize faster.
Taiwan stocks rank fourth globally! Hsieh Chin-ho lists Taiwan's advantages as an AI “pick-and-shovel” player: A pivotal moment for laying the foundations of the industry
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan’s stock market capitalization has reached $5.3 trillion, rising to 4th place globally. 謝金河 pointed to Taiwan’s advantage as a “picks-and-shovels seller” in the U.S.-China AI rivalry, stressing that now is an opportune moment to build the foundations for the future.
Tianbei products reach Japan, Canada, Hong Kong and Vietnam; thousands of seniors try AI. Kaohsiung's “創業O’Star” helps young startups go from health checks to the international stage
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Kaohsiung City Government’s Youth Bureau program “創業O’Star” is supporting young startup teams at 翔鶴佳生技 and 地球星. Through the overseas expansion of tempeh products and the development of AI education for older adults, local innovation is making its way onto the international stage.
A birthday pop-up in Singapore! Huang Wei-che joins forces with Tung Chen-yuan to promote Tainan pomelos; “pomelo” fever sweeps the Lion City, with shoppers snapping them up as soon as they hit shelves
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Tainan Mayor Huang Wei-che and Tung Chen-yuan, Taiwan's representative in Singapore, promoted Tainan pomelos in Singapore on the eve of the Mid-Autumn Festival. A tasting event sparked a buying frenzy. The move is expected to expand international markets and boost farmers' earnings.
100,000 visitors flock to the Kaohsiung Exhibition Center on the first day of the Mid-Autumn Festival; the International Children's and Youth Carnival draws huge crowds, and Paper Windmill's “諸葛四郎” thrills the audience
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The “2026 Taiwan International Children's and Youth Carnival” opened at the Kaohsiung Exhibition Center on the first day of the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday, drawing more than 100,000 visits. Paper Windmill Theatre's outdoor performance of “諸葛四郎” generated a buzz, highlighting the popularity and consumer potential of cultural events for families.
Could the “aggressive rate hikes” of 2022 happen again? Chen Feng-hsin breaks down the Fed's calculations: Oil prices are the key to the market
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed) carried out its first rate hike of 2023, but markets responded calmly. Economic commentator 陳鳳馨 says the direction of monetary policy going forward will depend on oil prices.
In charts: Xi Jinping's U.S. visit yields 8 key understandings! Tariffs, AI talks, panda diplomacy and counternarcotics at a glance
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
President Xi Jinping visited the United States, and the U.S. and Chinese leaders reached agreement on 8 items, including trade, AI and counternarcotics. The important diplomatic achievement signals the prospect of improved relations.
The 2026 Kaohsiung Military Dependents' Village Carnival kicks off at Huangpu New Village; thousands enjoy a moon-viewing lawn concert and families travel back in time with nostalgic games
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The 2026 Kaohsiung Military Dependents' Village Carnival opened at Huangpu New Village, combining Mid-Autumn celebrations with cultural activities and drawing thousands of people. The event showcases Kaohsiung's efforts to preserve and revitalize military dependents' village culture, with important cultural and tourism significance.
China Steel Foundation joins cellist Chang Cheng-chieh for a charity concert for wheelchair users; 12 years of partnership brings accessible arts to all
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The China Steel Foundation and cellist Chang Cheng-chieh partnered to hold the 12th charity concert for wheelchair users. More than 130 wheelchair users attended the interdisciplinary performance, presented in a 360-degree format at 高雄市立美術館, demonstrating efforts to make the arts accessible to all.
Could National Freeway 5 be extended to Toufen? Huang Shih-chieh unveils a “historic” transport proposal; a fan page quips: Taoyuan residents are in luck!
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Huang Shih-chieh, the DPP's Taoyuan mayoral candidate, mistakenly proposed extending the National Freeway 5 viaduct to Toufen. After being mocked for the geographic error, he hurriedly deleted the post and amended the proposal to an extension of the Wuyang Viaduct, highlighting questions about the rigor of campaign platforms.
After Hours International: Taiwanese businesses investing in the U.S. take note! Could speaking Chinese in a meeting be deemed “discrimination”? Hsu Chu-hsien reveals the biggest cultural pitfall in Taiwanese-American workplaces
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Hsu Chu-hsien, director of the Arizona Taiwan Trade and Investment Office, warns that using Chinese in the workplace when investing in the United States could be viewed as discrimination and pose legal risks. He says cultural differences should be addressed in advance through cross-cultural training.
Hsin Lung returns as a producer! He joins Fang Chi-wei and Wang Tong for Star Cruises' “星龍秀,” creating a new entertainment IP at sea
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Veteran entertainer Hsin Lung is returning as a producer, teaming up with Fang Chi-wei, Wang Tong and Star Cruises to launch the original music IP “星龍秀” at sea, marking a new phase in cruise entertainment focused on content curation.
Visiting the Shixin Temple in Shisizhang, Xindian! Su Chiao-hui hopes each of New Taipei's 29 districts will shine in its own way, with distinctive local cultures
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Legislator Su Chiao-hui attended a procession at the Shixin Temple in Shisizhang, Xindian, emphasizing the preservation of local culture and the development of distinct identities across New Taipei's 29 districts. She proposed a “Diamond Mountain City” initiative and a trail-branding plan.
Lin Chih-hung's charity softball tournament gets underway! Chen Po-wei likens the previous election to a “last-minute comeback”: We can't let our guard down when the gap was less than 1,000 votes
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Kaohsiung City Councilor Lin Chih-hung held a charity softball tournament, with Chen Po-wei attending in support and using an election comeback as an analogy to urge continued support. The event raised funds for the Zhongxiao Elementary School little league team and highlighted grassroots sports development and policy improvement.
Qishan-Okinawa International Food and Travel Festival opens! Chen Chi-mai invites the public to Qishan to try Taiwan-Japan fusion dishes and meet Okinawan artisans
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The 2026 Qishan × Okinawa International Food and Travel Festival opens on September 26. Kaohsiung Mayor 陳其邁 will attend, and Taiwan-Japan collaborative cuisine and an artisans’ market will promote cultural exchange. The event is drawing attention as a new model for regional revitalization and international tourism.
Lu Shiow-yen teams up with Huang Min-hui; the “senior sisters” turn out to enthusiastically back Chiayi's new political talent, Wu Pin-jui
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen and Chiayi Mayor Huang Min-hui will join forces across city lines to campaign for independent Chiayi County commissioner candidate Wu Pin-jui, demonstrating momentum for women's political succession and opposition unity.
Blending the culinary appeal of “trendiness, skill and togetherness,” the 2026 Taichung Hot Pot and Barbecue Festival names its most popular barbecue king, fueling a shopping and dining boom
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Taichung City Government's Economic Development Bureau announced the winners for most popular barbecue restaurant at the “2026 Taichung Hot Pot and Barbecue Festival.” Bureau chief Chang Feng-yuan personally visited the winning restaurants to post notices, highlighting the barbecue culture's spirit of trendiness, skill and togetherness while promoting local spending.
Support Noto's sake breweries! “Sake and Gourmet Food Festival Sake Marche 2026,” featuring 25 sake breweries in Ishikawa Prefecture and popular restaurants, will be held in Kanazawa on Saturday, Oct. 3.
Shogi Japan Series JT Pro Official Tournament, Semifinal Match One, Osaka Tournament: 8-dan Sasaki Yuki vs. 8-dan Saito Shintaro, Saturday, Sept. 26, at Intex Osaka (Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture)—Results
合格者編入塾 and 合格院試塾, specialized prep schools for university transfers and graduate school entrance exams, begin offering free job-hunting support to all students after their exams. Mentors with informal job offers from companies including 5大総合商社 provide preparation for application forms, interviews, group discussions and case interviews.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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More than 70 job seekers with university transfer experience have already taken part
2025–2026 academic year university transfer and graduate school entrance exam acceptances: 87 in total
A Toxic-a-Holic collaboration cafe will open at eeo Cafe on Nov. 7! New merchandise featuring newly illustrated “cafe staff” outfits and GraffArt designs of “butler and maid outfits” will also be available!
AI agents face off against Treasury yields! Who will lead U.S. stocks? Goldman Sachs: Bulls can hedge “this way”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The AI agent boom has lifted tech stocks such as Meta, but rising Treasury yields are weighing on small-cap stocks, leaving the market sharply divided. Goldman Sachs recommends that bullish investors hedge by shorting Treasuries.
AI investment enters a new phase! Morgan Stanley: The barbell strategy is becoming the main portfolio approach
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Morgan Stanley says AI investment is shifting from a focus on hardware to a “barbell strategy.” It says attention should be paid both to bottlenecks in computing power supply and to AI application companies moving toward practical deployment.
Saudi Arabia's September exports hit their highest level since the Iran war began, surging nearly 80%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Saudi Arabia’s crude oil exports in September reached 6 million barrels per day, recovering to their highest level in about 7 months. The flexibility of its export infrastructure has been demonstrated despite geopolitical risks, and market confidence is recovering.
The New Yorker: AI construction is advancing at an astonishing pace. Why are tech giants struggling to jointly guard against AI risks?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
A contradiction has been noted: AI companies can move quickly to build infrastructure but cannot coordinate on risk management. This dilemma highlights the imbalance between technological progress and social control.