Only after 2 complaints was the logo on Felix’s sleeve blacked out; 後藤光尊 says umpire apologized
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
富邦悍將 head coach 後藤光尊 twice alerted the home plate umpire to the white logo on 中信兄弟 pitcher Felix’s sleeve. The officials eventually ordered it blacked out, and the umpire apologized for his initial misjudgment.
Convenience store becomes a learning hub; “Meng Po experience” helps foreign caregivers understand dementia
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 弘道老人福利基金會 partnered with 7-ELEVEN to hold an immersive “Meng Po experience” course at a convenience store, helping foreign caregivers understand the reasons behind dementia-related behavior and providing in-home care skills training to ease the pressure of caregiving.
Schools in Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh switch to remote classes for 1 week; authorities give no reason
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Schools in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, were notified by authorities that classes would move online for the next week, with no reason given. The move comes as the Iran-backed Houthi movement in Yemen continues attacks on Saudi Arabia, escalating regional tensions.
“I want to hear Ozaki’s music once more”: A wish comes true as saxophonist Kazuhiro Ozaki’s concert is set for October 4 in Ichikawa Town, Hyogo Prefecture
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
As of September 27, 2026, more than 210 visitors are already expected
Front S seats: 3,000 yen
Rear A seats: 2,000 yen
The YouTube channel “SAX尾崎一宏” has surpassed 110,000 subscribers
To pass on the terraced rice paddies of Ichikawa Town, Hyogo Prefecture, which have been cultivated for about 400 years, to future generations
More than 500 hands-on activities have been held to date
A total of more than 12,950 people have taken part
23 plots of terraced rice paddies have been restored to date
More than 180 species of living things have been identified at the activity site
【横浜みなとみらいホール】A workshop and concert in Yokohama for parents and children, featuring programs that engage the five senses and help develop sensitivity and perception through fun
【Free admission】Includes a special talk by the APA Hotel president. Registration is now open for “New Technology Creation Exchange 2026,” featuring more than 200 small and midsize businesses and startups
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
More than 200 small and midsize businesses and startups in Tokyo are expected to exhibit.
The previous event received a 95% visitor satisfaction rating.
Bringing learning and connection to children who do not attend school through English. With 3 days left in the crowdfunding campaign, we’re seeking final support to reach our goal
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
We have received 804,000 yen in support
The 1 million yen goal
34 supporters
Companies mentioned：株式会社Greentree English、Oxford University Press、CAMPFIRE for Social Good、神奈川県
THE FIVE RIVERS FINE GLAMPING 群馬 白沢 launches fall 2026 limited-time dinner and fall-version dinner for dogs. A special dinner to enjoy autumn flavors such as pumpkin, mushrooms and salmon with your dog
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Original料金:1 名 22,800 円(税込)～
S size…1300 yen
M size…1600 yen
L size…1900 yen
Companies mentioned：THE FIVE RIVERS FINE GLAMPING 群馬 白沢、前橋園芸株式会社
Publication of “Okayama University J-PEAKS MONTHLY DIGEST” Vol.27 — a monthly update on Okayama University’s social transformation initiatives related to the “Program for Promoting the Enhancement of Research Universities as Core Regional Institutions with Distinctive Characteristics (J-PEAKS)” and more
【Unlimited English conversation lessons】Make speaking English part of everyday life. Online English conversation service 「ネイティブキャンプ」 surpasses 4.2 million users
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
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Facts
4.2 million users
Coupons worth 5,000 yen
Instructors from more than 140 countries around the world
More than 15,000 instructors offering a rich variety from around the world
More than 32,000 rich learning materials
80 million lessons to date
Companies mentioned：ネイティブキャンプ、株式会社ネイティブキャンプ、Native Camp Japanese
【New product / flights to and from Haneda Airport】Fly with スカイマーク! Sales begin for “Sky Station Okinawa,” with special fares starting at 23,800 yen♪ Time Sale now underway on スカイマーク’s official dynamic package “たす旅”
Aぇ! group’s signature show “あっちこっちAぇ!”: The long-awaited 5th TELASA original, “もっとAぇ!旅いきますねん”—the 2nd installment of Sano’s producer-led trip in Kanagawa begins streaming exclusively on TEALSA today!
YOSHIKI says, “I’m truly disappointed”: Major NY festival featuring its first Japanese performer canceled for the first time in its 14-year history amid severe weather and a state of emergency
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Summary not yet available
Facts
About 60,000 spectators
14-year history
2–3 inches
About 50–76 mm
40–50 mph
About 64–80 km/h
Companies mentioned：YOSHIKI、Global Citizen、NYC Parks、New York City Emergency Management、Central Park、Great Lawn、Tokyo International Forum、Global Citizen LIVE: Tokyo、Ms. Lauryn Hill & Wyclef Jean、Lenny Kravitz、John Legend、Lainey Wilson、Shaboozey、TOMORROW X TOGETHER、Victoria Monét、YEONJUN、Alicia Keys & Friends、Hugh Jackman、Bill Nye、Jordan Fisher、Katie Couric、Marcus Samuelsson、Naomi Watanabe、Nomzamo Mbatha、Vladimir Duthiers、Rachel Brosnahan、Gayle King
Will having a Taiwan Compatriot Permit get your Taiwan household registration canceled? Mainland Affairs Council names 4 documents that cross the red line; 5 groups may be unable to return after traveling to mainland China
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
China’s new entry and exit management regulations took effect on September 15, and Taiwanese people who obtain any of 4 types of documents, including a Chinese identity card, may have their Taiwan household registration canceled. The Mainland Affairs Council says simply holding a Taiwan Compatriot Permit is not a problem, but has warned of 5 high-risk groups.
Is a Green-White alliance in Hsinchu becoming reality? Cheng Chao-fang invites Chiu Chen-yuan to sing together; Hsieh Han-ping says Hsu Hsin-ying lacks support even within the Blue camp
Couldn't get a Taiwan High Speed Rail ticket? Don't rush for a non-reserved seat! Insiders reveal a “smart 1 trick” to skip the line and get a seat for the whole ride—even during peak hours
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A method for dealing with crowds on Taiwan High Speed Rail during holiday periods has drawn attention: use the system that automatically cancels unpaid tickets at midnight, then search the app continuously for 20 minutes to find an available seat. This can help passengers avoid long lines for non-reserved seats and secure reserved seats.
Hundreds of Chinese fishing boats appear off Vietnam's coast. What does Beijing want?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
About 100 Chinese fishing boats have been operating within Vietnam’s exclusive economic zone, accompanied by government vessels and maritime militia ships. The activity is a strategic move in the contest for marine resources and over claims in the South China Sea, and is seriously affecting the livelihoods of Vietnamese fishermen.
Hands on the steering wheel but fined NT$3,000 while driving! Driver missed 1 rule and was hit with a heavy fine on the freeway; many people don't know about it
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A driver on a Taiwan highway was fined NT$3,000 simply for holding a smartphone while driving to check the time. A court upheld the fine and confirmed that the same violation applies while stopped or waiting at a traffic signal.
Next week’s news preview: This county or city to begin distributing Double Ninth Festival senior-citizen gifts on 10/2; publicly funded flu shots for “6 groups” begin on 10/1; next week’s weather: “rainfall timing revealed”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Kaohsiung City will begin distributing Double Ninth Festival senior-citizen gifts on October 2, and publicly funded flu shots will begin on October 1. The northeast monsoon will strengthen from October 1 next week, increasing the chance of rain in northern and eastern Taiwan.
How long will it take China to catch up in lithography machines and wafer manufacturing? Musk predicts: “It can be solved in just 3 years”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
In an interview with CCTV, Musk said Grok lags behind Anthropic but is growing rapidly and is expected to catch up next year. He also predicted China could overcome restrictions on lithography machines and chips within 2-3 years, while a senior 蔡司 executive said the gap was 15 years.
Musk believes China may overcome bottlenecks in lithography technology and chip manufacturing restrictions within 3 years.
Musk said the latest publicly released Grok 4.7 is a reliable work model, but still falls short of Anthropic’s recently released Opus 5.5.
Musk expects xAI to be most likely to catch up with the frontier next year, while Grok Bot is currently growing by around 100% per month.
Frank Rohmund, head of 蔡司’s semiconductor business in Germany, believes China may be 15 years behind Western countries in developing the latest EUV lithography machines.
Musk believes China will overcome computing-power constraints faster than most people expect.
Kenting and Xiaoliuqiu lose out! Pingtung’s top attraction draws 9.9 million visitors; visitors praise its free admission, plentiful distinctive food, and appeal for the whole family
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Tourism visits to Pingtung County topped one million from January to July 2026. Shengli Star Village Creative Living Park ranked first with 9.9 million visits, surpassing Kenting and Xiaoliuqiu to become Pingtung’s top attraction.
Hotel booking rates for domestic travel in Taiwan reached 67% during the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday, exceeding eight-tenths in Chiayi City, Pingtung County, and Tainan City. Experts say the problem is not a lack of demand, but that it is heavily concentrated at certain times, leaving rooms empty on weekdays and fully booked on holidays. Businesses are forced to raise room rates during holiday periods, making consumers feel they might as well go to Japan.
Don’t throw away plastic bottles or milk jugs just yet! Bring them here to earn money, “get 50 yuan on the spot,” and enjoy a 34-zhe discount. See all PX Mart and FamilyMart locations at a glance
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
全聯福利中心 continues to promote smart recycling machines. People can deposit designated containers, including PET bottles, HDPE milk jugs, and aluminum cans, and accumulate loyalty points to redeem for 50 yuan in shopping credit. They can also pay extra to buy recycled cleaning products at about 3.4 tenths of the regular price. As of the end of July 2026, there were 240 smart recycling machines across Taiwan. They had collected more than 33 million recyclable items in total and reduced carbon emissions by over 2.05 million kilograms.
TikTok accused of using AI to imitate a “deep male voice”! Renowned voice actor Kenjiro Tsuda sues; Japan’s landmark ruling is imminent
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Voice actor Kenjiro Tsuda has sued TikTok, alleging that AI imitated his voice without permission. The case has drawn attention as Japan’s first lawsuit to address personality rights in one’s voice. A ruling is scheduled for the 30th.
Bipartisan US bill targets Chinese optical modules! Eoptolink and Innolight named; AI data centers could be affected
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Bipartisan US lawmakers introduced a bill to prohibit the federal government from using Chinese-made optical modules, naming Eoptolink and Innolight. The move could affect the AI data-center supply chain.
Musk’s AI computing power surges! SpaceXAI to add 660,000 Nvidia GB300 GPUs this year, bringing the total close to 1.44 million
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Musk announced that SpaceXAI will add 660,000 Nvidia GB300 GPUs this year, bringing the total close to 1.44 million. Colossus 2 uses the Blackwell architecture throughout, and the company is building its own 1.2GW power plant. Its long-term goal is to reach 50 million H100-equivalent GPUs by 2030.
Facts
SpaceXAI will add 660,000 Nvidia GB300 GPUs this year.
The total GPU holdings are nearing 1.44 million.
Colossus 2 uses the Blackwell architecture throughout.
SpaceXAI is building its own 1.2-gigawatt power plant.
SpaceXAI plans to expand data-center capacity 7-fold in 2027.
SpaceXAI has set a long-term goal of reaching 50 million H100-equivalent GPUs by 2030.
Funds shift in South Korea’s stock market! Retail investors withdraw 13.5 trillion won in August; who will lead the KOSPI’s next rally?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
South Korea’s stock market has been volatile as retail investors continue to withdraw funds and leveraged money retreats. Whether foreign investors return has become key to the market’s next move. Shin Young Securities analysts said the situation in the Middle East, oil prices, and US Treasury yields will affect foreign investor flows.
【Yieh Phui】Announcement on the execution of the company’s twenty-fifth share buyback
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 臺灣證券交易所
Yieh Phui Enterprise Co., Ltd. announced the execution of its twenty-fifth share buyback. It had originally planned to repurchase 15 million shares but bought back only 7.84 million. The buyback was not completed in order to take market conditions and shareholder interests into account.