AI News 180m Report｜2026-09-29 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 8 of 9https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 727 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 162 items from 5 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en 【秋の人恋しさと新しい出会いに関する意識調査】秋になると「人恋しい」と感じる30代・40代・50代独身は約3割https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097276https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097276Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESaikata, a matchmaking service operated by 株式会社オープンサイト, surveyed 300 single men and women in their 30s to 50s about “longing for companionship” in fall. A total of 34.6% of men and 30.7% of women said they feel lonelier or long more for company in fall, while 56% of men in their 50s said they wanted to meet someone new. The most common response to feeling lonely was to enjoy a hobby, while few respondents used matchmaking apps. Nationwide Ogyaa donations help create a place for children in Kamaishi — presentation ceremony heldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097275https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097275Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES認定NPO法人Plus One Happiness held a ceremony to present a grant of ¥3 million from 公益財団法人日母おぎゃー献金基金. The funding was used to replace air conditioners and install LED lighting at 釜石広域基幹相談支援センター. [Developed by a sitting municipal assembly member] “Election Cloud,” an app supporting political activities born from on-the-ground challenges, launches!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097274https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097274Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESAttara株式会社 will launch “Election Cloud,” an app supporting political activities developed by a sitting municipal assembly member, on October 1, 2026. The app offers centralized management of supporter information, map integration using GIS, and activity log storage, aiming to advance digital transformation in local politics. Automated vending machines for dogs, “HELLO! DOG BASE,” launch full-scale operationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097273https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097273Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社阪急ハロードッグ began rolling out “HELLO! DOG BASE,” vending machines selling treats and goods for dogs, in June 2026 as a joint project with 株式会社アイナス. Workers’ compensation claims for mental disorders rise 30% in a year; “Exhibition on Ways to Work and Live” to be held for the first time in Kyoto on World Mental Health Dayhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097272https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097272Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESAgainst the backdrop of a 30% year-on-year increase in workers’ compensation claims for mental disorders, 株式会社MIRISE and 株式会社ウエダ本社 will jointly hold the “Exhibition on Ways to Work and Live + ALBUM Art Exhibition” in Kyoto on October 9 and 10. [Joint survey] 50.4% of companies have experienced “dismissal, resignation recommendation or end of term” after appointing executives, including through internal promotionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097271https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097271Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESA joint survey by 株式会社エムクラス and 九州大学碇研究室 found that 50.4% of companies had experienced an executive leaving or being removed within 2 years of appointment. Factors behind failure to meet expectations included “a mismatch in ability or experience,” as well as “insufficient relationship-building” and “unclearly defined roles.” Challenges with onboarding conducted entirely in-house include a lack of objectivity and specialized expertise. Japan AI Center refreshes business positioning toward “AI consulting that sees projects through to implementation”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097270https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097270Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本AIセンター株式会社 announced that, by August 2026, it will reorganize its 3 businesses—AI training, AI talent, and AI agent implementation—under the banner of “AI consulting that sees projects through to implementation,” refreshing its business positioning with on-site support from FDE（Forward Deployed Engineer）at its core. [2026 Edition] Survey of 100 Holders of Unrealized Gains on Assets Exceeding 100 Million Yen on Awareness of Correcting the “100 Million Yen Wall”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097269https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097269Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES合同会社LIS surveyed 100 affluent individuals with net financial assets exceeding 100 million yen and unrealized gains exceeding 10 million yen. Regarding correction of the “100 million yen wall” through the Reiwa 8 fiscal-year tax reform (stricter minimum tax), 68.4% of respondents in their 50s said they did not know that the special deduction would be halved, revealing a significant gap in awareness and intentions to act compared with respondents in their 40s. “Satoyama Restoration: Build a Cooking Stove” workshop with a plasterer in their 30s to be held 3 times from October in the upper reaches of the Nagao River in Minamiboso!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097268https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097268Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES奥白浜里山保全団体 will hold a 3-session workshop beginning in October 2026 at “SUNAO Retreat 奥白浜” in Minamiboso, Chiba Prefecture, where participants can build a cooking stove using local satoyama soil under the instruction of a plasterer in their 30s. AI security comparison chaos map released — 44 products you can “choose to suit your company,” down to the assets protected and scope of assessmenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097267https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097267Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESAIエージェントナビ, operated by 株式会社マーケティングプランナー, has released a comparison chaos map organizing 44 AI security products into 6 categories. In response to the challenge that 73% of domestic companies are unable to manage shadow AI, according to research by ガートナージャパン, it provides a neutral list that allows users to choose products based on the assets they need to protect and the scope of assessment. “Japan’s Best Seitai Practitioner Championship 2026,” a new-era technical competition where AI measures “technique,” to be held in December at Yoyogi National Gymnasiumhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097266https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097266Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Japan’s Best Seitai Practitioner Championship 2026,” organized by 株式会社マジックハンズ, will be held in December at Yoyogi National Gymnasium. The event will use objective assessments from an AI posture analysis system, with 400 participants entering from across Japan and total prize money of 3 million yen. Taiwan stocks fall 392 points to close at 47631, losing the 5-day moving averagehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098487https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098487Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:48:07 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA受美債殖利率上升及中秋連假後補跌氣氛影響，台股開低走低，高本益比族群領跌。加權指數終場收在47631.96點，下跌392.64點，跌幅0.82%，失守5日線；成交值增至新台幣7850.39億元。權值股中，台積電收平盤，聯發科重挫7.1%，鴻海收平盤。 U.S.-bound trips reached 315,000 in January-August; Taiwan ranked as the 19th-largest long-haul source markethttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098488https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098488Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:46:05 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATang Ching-yi, president of the 美國旅遊推展協會, said 315,000 trips were made by Taiwan travelers to the United States from January through August, up 8.4% year on year. Taiwan remained the 19th-largest long-haul source market for the United States. Thanks to new routes and schedule adjustments, the average length of stay increased to 11 days, with travelers spending heavily. Taiwan stocks fall 392.64 pointshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098484https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098484Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:44:03 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台北股市震盪收跌392.64點至47631.96點，成交金額達新台幣7850.39億元；八大類股中僅塑化股上漲，其餘皆下跌。 Definition of drug-driving accidents revised; traffic deaths among older people rose by 33 in first 7 monthshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098485https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098485Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:43:01 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 交通部 released traffic accident statistics for the first 7 months of 115. As of the 30th, total fatalities stood at 1569, down 1.1% from the same period last year. However, deaths among older people increased by 33 to 697, concentrated mainly in Taoyuan, Taichung and Hualien. The definition of drug-driving accidents was also revised starting in July, adding second parties involved in drug-related violations to the statistics to reflect the actual effectiveness of enforcement. 歐盟擬暫不註銷多餘碳權 積庫存以備調節碳價暴漲https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098454https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098454Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:39:59 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA歐盟 member states reached an agreement to temporarily suspend the cancellation of surplus carbon offset allowances under the Emissions Trading System (ETS), keeping reserve allowances in the Market Stability Reserve (MSR) to address possible carbon price spikes and energy cost pressures before 2030. After joint China-Myanmar crackdown, Myanmar's Myawaddy online scam compounds revive and openly recruithttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098451https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098451Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:27:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAfter a joint China-Myanmar crackdown, online scam compounds in Myawaddy, Myanmar, have revived and are openly recruiting. High court finds Zhou Yukou led the case, changes sentence to 9 months in prison with no option of a finehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098452https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098452Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:26:54 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe High Court revised the ruling in Zhou Yukou's defamation case, finding her to be the driving force behind the case and sentencing her to 9 months in prison with no option to pay a fine. Tsai Yuzhen was found to have echoed her claims and received a 6-month sentence, which can be commuted to a fine. Reuters: Anthropic warns in IPO prospectus that AI could pose an existential risk to humanityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098435https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098435Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:16:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAnthropic has issued a rare warning in its IPO prospectus that advanced AI could pose an existential risk to humanity. The prospectus devotes far more space to risk factors than to the business overview, and a safety researcher estimates the chance that AI will cause human deaths within 10 years at more than 10%. International companies gather at Singapore Tech Week; Taiwanese firms showcase data and AI technologyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098391https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098391Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:13:50 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASingapore Tech Week opened at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre. Taiwan's exhibitors, represented by a Taiwan Pavilion organized by TAITRA, showcased technologies including data, AI and cybersecurity, making the pavilion a highlight of international exchange. 湧盛 plans to list on the emerging stock market in late October at a tentative price of 75 yuan per share, focusing on automotive AM compressorshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098287https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098287Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:11:48 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAutomotive air-conditioning compressor maker 湧盛電機 plans to list on the emerging stock market in late October, with a tentative underwriting price of 75 yuan per share. The company has built a strong presence in the automotive AM compressor market, established multiple technology platforms and expanded its global distribution channels. Haiti gangs launch retaliatory attack just after UN security force withdraws，killing 11https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098288https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098288Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:09:46 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAGangs launched a retaliatory attack in Haiti's Artibonite Department shortly after a UN-backed security force withdrew following an operation，leaving at least 11 people dead. Driver crashes into utility pole，saliva test positive for ketamine；police seize drugshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098289https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098289Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:08:43 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA woman surnamed Wu in Kaohsiung crashed her car into a utility pole. Police tested her saliva and found it positive for ketamine，and seized drug-laced coffee sachets and ketamine. She was referred for prosecution under public-safety and drug-control laws. National Taiwan University opens offshore wind talent training base，creating a near-production-line environmenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098290https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098290Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:06:41 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台灣大學 and 教育部 jointly launched the “Offshore Wind Industry Talent Training Base”，with a NT$100 million subsidy to establish training facilities in Taipei and Yunlin，linking up with several universities of science and technology to provide comprehensive training. Japanese men's volleyball player Rui Takahashi comes out as gay，thanks brother and teammates for their supporthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098286https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098286Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:57:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAJapanese men's volleyball player Rui Takahashi came out as gay on Instagram，thanking his younger brother Ran Takahashi and his teammates for their support. He hopes his experience can help others accept themselves. President praises school meal providers for protecting students，hopes NT$100 billion plan will help small and medium-sized businesses upgradehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098285https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098285Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:56:37 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPresident Lai Ching-te met with 中華民國餐盒食品商業同業公會全國聯合會 and praised school meal providers for protecting students' food safety. The government has approved the “Plan to Support and Strengthen Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises”，and will invest NT$100 billion over the next 8 years to help industries upgrade and transform. Black bear spotted at Dasyueshan National Forest Recreation Area，approaching a busy visitor area for the first timehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098149https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098149Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:55:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA林業及自然保育署台中分署 captured footage of a Formosan black bear near the 49K Xiaoxueshan Information Station in Dasyueshan National Forest Recreation Area. It is the first recorded sighting of a bear approaching an area with heavy visitor activity. To reduce human-bear conflicts，the agency has installed an AI bear-warning system since Year 113 and stepped up public outreach and emergency drills. Asian Games women's boxing: “Cancer-fighting queen” Chen Nien-chin advances to 65kg gold medal bouthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098150https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098150Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:54:33 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA名古屋亞運女子拳擊65公斤級4強，台灣選手陳念琴以3比2擊敗北韓黃孝順，晉級金牌戰。 Hsieh Kuo-liang accuses Tung's father of violating political neutrality；Tung Tzu-wei camp says Second Credit Cooperative staff are campaigninghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098151https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098151Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:53:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAHsieh Kuo-liang accused Tung Tzu-wei's father of violating administrative neutrality. Tung's camp countered that it was abnormal for senior figures at the Second Credit Cooperative to campaign for candidates. Ko Wen-je discusses blue-white election in Zhubei，says both sides are making their final pushhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098152https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098152Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:52:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAKo Wen-je discussed the blue-white election in Zhubei，saying Yang Wen-ke's remarks were an internal 國民黨 matter and that both sides were making their own final push in the closing stage of the campaign. Man abducted and slashed in street；Xizhi police track suspects to Keelung and arrest 5 within 3 hourshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098145https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098145Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:47:24 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA man from Xizhi in New Taipei was forced into a vehicle and taken to Keelung. Police tracked the case for 3 hours before surrounding and arresting 5 suspects near Keelung's Miaokou Night Market. They also seized drugs and an air gun. The victim suffered an arm injury and was taken to hospital. 內政部預告修正不動產估價經驗認定 助理員納採認https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098146https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098146Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:47:22 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA內政部 has proposed revisions to the “Standards for Recognizing Real Estate Appraisal Experience”，which would recognize qualifying experience by real estate appraisal assistants and allow appraisal work periods at different institutions to be combined when a person has worked at each for only a short time. 30 billion versus 30 billion；analyst says US-China economic and trade ties unlikely to see major swings in the short termhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098147https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098147Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:44:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Civic groups call for uniform surveillance video rules for kindergartens；Education Ministry says guidelines are in placehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098148https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098148Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:44:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAfter an incident involving the mistreatment of children in Keelung，台灣愛孩子聯盟 joined affected parents and elected representatives in petitioning the 教育部 to call for uniform surveillance video rules for kindergartens. The ministry said guidelines are already in place，setting out image-retention periods and procedures for access，and that violations are publicly disclosed in accordance with the law. Bangkok floods prompt calls for review；Prime Minister criticized for inspecting damage barefoot as government warnings come under scrutinyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098144https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098144Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:41:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASevere flooding in Bangkok has prompted calls for a review. Prime Minister Anutin was criticized after saying the situation was under control while wading barefoot during an inspection. The government's warning system also came under scrutiny for issuing alerts too late，while a water-diversion project faces challenges including environmental assessments and local opposition. “Black and White Cleaners” combines temple culture with a world of secret agents；familiar faces from 8 p.m. dramas share the screenhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098103https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098103Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:39:13 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe series “Black and White Cleaners”，created by directors Hung Tzu-hsuan and Chang Heng-ju，builds a world of underground agents around Taiwan's temple culture. The cast includes Lin Hsi-lei，Lee Ming-shun and Nicky Lee，along with familiar faces from 8 p.m. dramas such as Wang Chung-huang，Wang Chen-fu and Su Ping-hsien. The directors praised the cast's efficient and precise performances. Green councilor asks about cross-strait relations；Taichung Mayor Lu Hsiu-yen says she is committed to the Constitution and safeguarding the Republic of Chinahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098104https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098104Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:39:11 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaichung City Councilor Lin Te-yu asked Mayor Lu Hsiu-yen to define the relationship between the Republic of China and the People's Republic of China. Lu said she was committed to the Constitution and safeguarding the Republic of China. 高雄捷運列車故障清車 影響旅客約延誤9分鐘https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098105https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098105Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:38:09 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA高雄捷運於上午6時45分發生列車故障，高捷公司依標準作業流程進行清車，導致旅客約延誤9分鐘，後續全線已恢復正常行駛。 Tainan police officer causes accident while riding motorcycle after drinking, receives 1 major demerit and is reassigned to non-supervisory rolehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098061https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098061Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:31:07 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台南市政府警察局第二分局一名二線三星陳姓警官酒後騎機車肇事，雖未釀嚴重傷亡，但因身為警局幹部，警方除依法移送法辦，並召開考績會記1大過、調整為非主管職務。 Legislature opens new session; KMT prioritizes bill for 20,000 in cash handoutshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098062https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098062Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:29:05 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Legislative Yuan opened its new session, and the KMT caucus prioritized a draft special act on “sharing the fruits of economic growth with all and stabilizing livelihoods,” proposing a cash handout of NT$20,000 to everyone. Caucus whip Fu Kun-chi said this year's tax revenue surplus is projected to exceed NT$1 trillion and could top NT$2 trillion next year, enough to fund the handout. The caucus also plans to raise the farmers' allowance to NT$15,000 per person per year. 24.4% of caregivers have no backup; 191 family care sites help ensure a safe handoffhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098063https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098063Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:26:03 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA衛福部攜手家庭照顧者關懷總會推出「安心交接計畫」，透過191處家照共融據點專員協助高壓照顧者尋找替手。統計顯示24.4%照顧者無替手，主因擔心他人不懂照顧眉角或受孝道束縛。衛福部次長呂建德指出，截至115年7月全台照服員達10萬餘人，社區整體照顧服務體系已布建1.6萬處。 Trump announces $15 billion steel plant in Iowa, with focus on midterm electionshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097971https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097971Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:21:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATrump announced that 梅薩比金屬公司 will invest $15 billion to build the largest steel plant in U.S. history in Iowa, with production expected to begin in 2030. The move is seen as campaign publicity for Republicans ahead of the midterm elections. Rebuilding of Xizhi Xiufeng High School proceeds alongside demolition; New Taipei City invests NT$730 million, project completed and openedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097972https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097972Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:19:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe rebuilding of Xizhi Xiufeng High School in New Taipei City took 8 years and used a “demolish and rebuild simultaneously” approach. The New Taipei City Government invested NT$730 million to construct the new Zhongxiao and Renai buildings. The project was officially completed and opened today, and won the National Excellence in Construction Award. Consumer confidence rises to 1-and-a-half-year high in September; confidence in stocks and housing also recovershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097973https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097973Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:17:56 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中央大學公布9月消費者信心指數（CCI）升至68.77點，為1年半以來最高。股房信心同步回溫，其中「購買房地產時機」指標因央行鬆綁信用管制大增8.81點；「未來半年投資股票時機」創近1年新高。耐久性財貨信心則因3C產品價格上漲而僅小幅上升。 Mid-Autumn Festival holiday fuels group dining; 王品集團 revenue hits NT$359 million in 4 dayshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097918https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097918Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:15:54 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Mid-Autumn Festival holiday fueled group dining, with 王品集團 revenue topping NT$359 million in 4 days. Revenue on the Mid-Autumn Festival itself rose more than 20% year over year. 銘傳大學 joins National Day reception service with new uniforms featuring a droplet neckline and bow tiehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097919https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097919Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:12:52 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA銘傳大學 unveiled new uniforms for its National Day reception service, designed by Liao Chia-lin. The design combines a stand-up collar, a droplet neckline and a refined bow tie, aiming to balance formality with youthful energy. KMT raises cash handout proposal to NT$20,000; DPP says bidding up the amount could go on endlesslyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097814https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097814Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:10:50 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPresident Lai Ching-te announced a cash handout of NT$10,000 per person next year, and the KMT caucus in the Legislative Yuan raised the proposal to NT$20,000 as a priority bill. DPP caucus secretary-general Chuang Jui-hsiung criticized the competing proposals to increase the amount as potentially endless, and said budget allocations must comply with the Budget Act and the Constitution. Penghu fishing boat captain falls overboard and is found unconscious; Coast Guard escorts him to Magong for treatmenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097815https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097815Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:08:48 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe captain of the Penghu-registered fishing boat “Man Yi Fa” fell overboard in waters south of Neian and was found unconscious. 澎湖海巡隊 launched an emergency rescue and escorted the captain to 三總澎湖分院 in Magong for treatment. Mainland media: Hong Kong Chinese-funded brokerages clear deposit services for mainland China accountshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097816https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097816Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:06:45 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAccording to mainland media reports, to comply with regulatory requirements from the China Securities Regulatory Commission and other departments to crack down on illegal cross-border securities, futures and fund operations, 國泰君安國際 will adjust services for mainland Chinese investment accounts starting on the 26th of this month, restricting deposits and purchases when users log in from an IP address in mainland China. The move is similar to measures taken earlier by 富途, 老虎, 長橋 and 華盛證券 to clear deposit services for mainland accounts. Taichung City invests more than NT$9.3 billion to build new artery connecting to Central Taiwan Science Parkhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097817https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097817Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:04:43 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台中市政府斥資逾93億元推動西屯區漢翔路延伸至東大路道路新闢工程，第一期橋梁標（瓦磘橋拓寬改建）已於9月開工，完工後將成為串聯中科與市區的第7條東西向聯絡道路。 New Taiwan dollar weakens 2.2 cents at midday, temporarily closing at 31.802https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097811https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097811Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:03:41 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe New Taiwan dollar temporarily closed at 31.802 against the U.S. dollar at midday in the Taipei foreign exchange market, down 2.2 cents, with turnover of US$537 million. Rights group says North Korean Embassy in China has secret prison, urges international monitoringhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097812https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097812Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:02:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Seoul-based human rights group Transitional Justice Working Group released a report alleging that North Korea operates an underground secret prison inside its embassy in China, where North Koreans seen as threats to the regime are interrogated before being sent back. The group called for international monitoring. Pingdong education union reveals official embroiled in gender-equity controversy; teacher says legal action remains an optionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097813https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097813Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:02:37 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA屏東教育產業工會理事長郭瑋真召開記者會，揭露工會內一名蔣姓幹部涉性平爭議並已解除職務。蔣師否認不實指控，表示不排除訴諸法律；屏教產將向教育部國民及學前教育署檢舉。 Anthropic IPO prospectus revealed, shedding light on AI plans and massive losseshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097809https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097809Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:56:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA路透社取得Anthropic IPO招股書，揭露其2025年淨虧損420億美元及營收46億美元。公司擬投入巨資建設基礎設施，估值有望達2兆美元，同時面臨AI安全挑戰與新產品發布。 Pope warns concerns about AI are not fake news, questions tech leaders' laissez-faire stancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097810https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097810Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:56:33 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPope Leo XIV warned that fears AI could destroy the world are not fake news, criticized Donald Trump and tech leaders such as Jensen Huang for advocating a no-limits approach, and called for global action to ensure AI safety. Philippines accuses Chinese vessels of 'illegal fishing,' drives Chinese militia ship and boats away from Nanyue Islandhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097677https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097677Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:55:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA菲律賓海岸防衛隊在南鑰島海域驅離一艘中國海上民兵船及24艘舢舨，指控其從事非法捕魚活動，過程未引發衝突。 Lawmakers propose expanding maternity leave; groups urge longer paternity leave to prevent employment discriminationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097678https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097678Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:52:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNACivic groups called on the Legislative Yuan to also increase the number of days of paternity leave while reviewing a draft bill to extend maternity leave, to prevent employment discrimination. Taiwan Forward proposes amending election law, urges publication of candidates' criminal records in election bulletinshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097679https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097679Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:52:26 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台灣前進陣線呼籲立法院修正公職人員選罷法，要求在選舉公報增列參選人刑事紀錄欄位，並指出多位議員及村里長參選人有刑事紀錄。 Student groups call for teachers' 'right to disconnect,' urge teachers, parents and students to foster a supportive environmenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097674https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097674Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:47:24 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA學生團體EdYouth呼籲教育部及縣市政府保障教師「離線權」，釐清工作與生活界線，並建議調整專任輔導教師待遇以解決招聘困境。 Cash handout issue: TPP caucus says excess tax revenue should go first toward debt repaymenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097675https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097675Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:44:22 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Taiwan People's Party caucus said that excess government tax revenue should be used first to repay debt, raise the allowance for elderly farmers to NT$15,000, provide unified health insurance subsidies for people aged 65 and over, and improve school lunches. Hsu Jo-hsi prepares for postseason return, throws 1 inning for the farm team with a top speed of 151 km/hhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097676https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097676Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:44:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA日職福岡軟銀鷹隊投手徐若熙為季後賽回歸做準備，在三軍實戰登板投1局無失分，最快球速達151公里，自認狀態比首場術後回歸更好。 Tainan invests in 4730 sets of school computers to build AI computing classroomshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097673https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097673Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:40:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Tainan City Government is investing in 4730 sets of AI computers for schools to build computing classrooms. The first phase, covering 202 schools, is expected to be completed by the end of this year. Mayor Huang Wei-che held a launch news conference at Madou Elementary School to promote the integration of AI into everyday teaching. Control Yuan personnel approval vote: DPP caucus unanimously votes in favorhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097643https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097643Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:39:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Legislative Yuan held a roll-call vote on appointments to the Control Yuan. DPP caucus secretary-general Chuang Jui-hsiung said the caucus unanimously supported the Control Yuan nominees put forward by President Lai Ching-te and would vote in favor. Imported products including Thai bird’s nest and Japanese melons found in violation; intercepted at the borderhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097642https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097642Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:35:13 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA食藥署公布最新邊境檢驗結果，日本進口哈密瓜、保加利亞新鮮黑松露及泰國燕窩即時飲等8項產品因農藥殘留、重金屬或甜味劑違規，遭邊境攔截退運或銷毀。 Carbon storage project with 台積電: 台塑化’s Lin Ke-yan says it is not a 1- or 2-year undertakinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097636https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097636Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:31:11 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台積電 and 台塑化 are working together to advance carbon storage technology. 台塑化 General Manager Lin Ke-yan said the project is a long-term undertaking that cannot be completed in 1 to 2 years. The two sides will first establish a test site in Mailiao and assess the storage potential of geological formations along Taiwan’s west coast. Environmental impact assessments and verification tests will be required before large-scale implementation. Fire breaks out at a pinball stall at Luodong Night Market in the early morning; firefighters quickly extinguish blaze, no injurieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097637https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097637Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:28:09 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA fire broke out in the early morning at a pinball stall on Gongyuan Road at Luodong Night Market in Yilan County. Firefighters quickly dispatched personnel to put out the blaze. Only a burned iron frame remained at the scene, and no one was injured. The fire department is investigating the cause. Taiwan stocks fall more than 400 points intraday; 聯發科 and 台達電 retreathttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097638https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097638Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:26:07 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan stocks opened lower and fluctuated amid international geopolitical and interest rate uncertainty, as well as rising oil prices. The index hit an intraday low of 47573 points, down 451 points. Losses deepened for 聯發科 and 台達電, while 大立光 fell below NT$6000. 台積電 provided support, and plastics stocks such as 台塑化 performed strongly. Kaohsiung offers free child development screenings; participants receive NT$100 gift cardhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097639https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097639Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:24:05 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Kaohsiung City Health Bureau announced free child development screenings. Children aged 0 to 6 who complete a screening can receive a NT$100 gift card. The program aims to identify children’s developmental needs early and provide professional intervention. Lin Chia-lung makes 5th visit to Belize to see results of bilateral cooperation firsthandhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097640https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097640Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:23:02 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAForeign Minister Lin Chia-lung arrived in Belize for his 5th visit, where he will meet with Belizean officials and see the results of bilateral cooperation firsthand. Taiwan falls to U.S. for first loss at U15 Baseball World Cup; 3-1 record secures advancementhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097621https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097621Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:18:42 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan lost 1-7 to the United States for its first defeat at the U15 Baseball World Cup, but its 3-1 record has already secured a place in the Super Round. Autos not discussed at Trump-Xi meeting; Japanese media say Chinese cars entering U.S. market is only a matter of timehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097463https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097463Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:05:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAJapanese media reported that although the Trump-Xi meeting produced no agreement to open the U.S. market to Chinese electric vehicles, and current U.S. high tariffs and regulations act as barriers, experts believe Chinese cars entering the U.S. market is only a matter of time. U.S. auto industry players including 通用汽車 and 豐田, as well as the UAW union, strongly oppose easing restrictions and are pushing for legislation to ban related imports. Meanwhile, Chinese brands’ global market share is expected to grow significantly. Chemical pesticide use to be halved in 10 years; pesticide institute offers customized microbial pesticide formulationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097461https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097461Tue, 29 Sep 2026 11:59:37 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA農業部推動「化學農藥10年減半」政策，農業藥物試驗所推出微生物農藥配方客製化服務，解決劑型與配方技術瓶頸，加速研發成果商品化。 Poland plans to ease air-defense engagement rules against Russia, dropping visual identification before firinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097462https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097462Tue, 29 Sep 2026 11:57:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPoland’s Defense Ministry announced plans to ease air-defense engagement rules against Russia, removing the requirement for visual identification before firing. Radar information alone would be enough to decide whether to fire, saving response time and enabling faster interception of drones and missiles coming from the direction of Russia. The move could heighten tensions between Warsaw and Moscow, amid several recent incidents involving Russian aerial targets entering Polish airspace. Yang Jin-hua takes on dual roles with ease; new drama sees her play wife alongside Chang Hsiao-chuanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097320https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097320Tue, 29 Sep 2026 11:51:33 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAActors Yang Jin-hua and Chang Hsiao-chuan star in the new series “The Vanishing Fault Line.” Both play 2 roles, and this is their first time portraying a married couple together. The series premieres simultaneously on Netflix and bilibili on the 29th. Beijing-backed cross-border repression suspected in feces attack on Comedy Club 卡米地; prosecutors indict 2, seek harsh sentenceshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097321https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097321Tue, 29 Sep 2026 11:48:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Taipei District Prosecutors Office determined that the feces and paint attack on 卡米地喜劇俱樂部 was an act of cross-border repression by the Chinese Communist Party. It indicted a man surnamed Liu, who allegedly directed the attack, and a man surnamed Guo, who allegedly carried it out, and recommended harsh sentences. 漢翔 counter-drone system supports Corrections Agency drill; 100% non-red supply chainhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097322https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097322Tue, 29 Sep 2026 11:44:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA漢翔 supported the Ministry of Justice Agency of Corrections’ “Jing'an 15” drill with its self-developed counter-drone system, testing its detection, identification, tracking and countermeasure capabilities. 漢翔 stressed that the system uses a 100% non-red supply chain and has a maximum defense range of 5 kilometers. Finance in Focus》When will the AI boom end? The Wall Street Journal: Once “this” signal appears, the party could soon be over!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098213https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098213Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Wall Street Journal noted that the AI boom sparked by ChatGPT has lasted nearly four years, but the bull market is still going. History suggests that once the fundraising window closes, a boom may begin to unravel. The article cited Pets.com in 2000 and Freddie Mac in 2007 as examples of how declining access to funding can signal an impending bubble burst. U.S. Treasuries are looking increasingly attractive! Wall Street veteran who was bearish calls them a buy for the first time in 6 years as rising yields underscore their investment valuehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098214https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098214Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:59:07 +0900Taiwan風傳媒As U.S. Treasury yields approached 5.3%, veteran Wall Street observer Jim Bianco turned bullish on Treasuries for the first time in 6 years, saying yields were high enough to offer an attractive entry point. He is gradually increasing his positions. DPP approval in Taipei far exceeds KMT’s? Media personality cites Dai Lian-an’s latest poll and mocks: “With these numbers,” Shen Po-yang should be a sure winnerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098215https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098215Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:46:39 +0900Taiwan風傳媒A September 2026 Taiwan Public Opinion Survey found that the Democratic Progressive Party had the highest party favorability rating, at 47.4%. In Taipei, 53.3% of residents viewed the DPP favorably, compared with 22.9% for the Kuomintang. Media personality Fan Qiming commented that, based on these figures, Shen Po-yang should be a sure winner and the DPP should nominate more council candidates. Taiwan gets a new attraction! Opens 10/3: The island’s largest, with free admission, plenty of activities, spectacular scenery and convenient transport; see the address and highlightshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098216https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098216Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:44:48 +0900Taiwan風傳媒After 14 years, the 53.6-meter Mazu stone statue at the new landmark Daan Harbor Mazu Cultural Park on Taichung’s coast is complete. The park opens on October 3, 2026, with events as part of the “2026 Taichung Ocean Tourism Festival.” New rules take effect in October: Can couples who marry in September also get 6 extra days? A complete guide to 14 days of marriage leave, wage subsidies and how to applyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098217https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098217Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:42:56 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Ministry of Labor has proposed amending the Regulations of Leave-Taking for Workers to increase marriage leave from 8 days to 14, with the change expected to take effect on October 1, 2026. Employers will pay wages for the additional 6 days first, then apply to the ministry for reimbursement. Leave can begin 10 days before registration and must be taken within 3 months after registration; regular days off are excluded. Under the transition rules, workers who registered their marriage before October 1 and have unused leave can have it counted toward the new 14-day entitlement. New Taipei’s population tops 4 million, but Banqiao, Zhonghe and Yonghe are all shrinking! Population changes over the past 5 years revealed across 29 districts, with Tamsui and Linkou adding more than 40,000 combinedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098219https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098219Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒New Taipei City’s population exceeds 4 million, but over the past 5 years, only 9 of its 29 districts have grown while 20 have shrunk. Tamsui and Linkou saw the largest increases, while Banqiao, Zhonghe and Yonghe had the biggest declines. International debate》Is Iran really about to give in? Insiders say U.S. maximum pressure has hit harder in recent weeks than at any time in the past 16 years!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098218https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098218Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The U.S. campaign of maximum pressure on Iran has recently shown results. British lawyer Kushner said pressure on Iran's banking and aviation industries over the past few weeks was greater than the actions taken since 2010. Iranian airlines have been cut off from key regional routes, and the country's largest commercial bank has been barred from transactions in the UAE and Turkey, prompting questions about whether a U.S.-Iran ceasefire will become reality. Revealing staggering losses and catastrophic AI risks ahead of its IPO, how can Anthropic support its sky-high “$2 trillion” valuation?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098220https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098220Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:23:16 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Anthropic has filed IPO prospectus documents anticipating a $2 trillion valuation, disclosing revenue of $4.6 billion in 2025 but a net loss of $42 billion, and warning of catastrophic AI risks. Why did MediaTek plunge nearly 7%? Its shares tumbled after it had just set a target price of NT$7,300. Could the Google TPU “order-transfer crisis” have more surprises in store?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098221https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098221Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:19:06 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The market has heard that supplier changes and schedule delays may affect the Google TPU v8 and v9 projects. MediaTek shares plunged nearly 7% at one point today, falling below NT$5,000. Neither MediaTek nor Google has confirmed the reports, but MediaTek continues to expand its AI ASIC business and has completed a $3.9 billion ECB. Colorectal cancer is often caused by what you eat! A doctor reveals bad dietary habits that “quietly drive up cholesterol and blood lipids,” and 1 way to head off cancerous changes early.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098222https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098222Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:15:34 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Colorectal cancer has long ranked among the top 兩 of Taiwan's 十 most common cancers, and is third in mortality. It is linked to dietary habits such as eating high-fat foods and insufficient fiber, as well as genetics. Colonoscopies can detect polyps accurately, and removing them can prevent cancerous changes. A range of treatments and National Health Insurance coverage are also available for advanced cases. Chiang Wan-an criticized for leaving temple's blessing sugarcane behind; Shen Po-yang says busy municipal duties can lead to oversights and that paying respects to the deity is enough.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098223https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098223Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:15:23 +0900Taiwan風傳媒When Chiang Wan-an and Shen Po-yang visited Zhongzhuangzai Fude Temple, Chiang Wan-an's failure to take home the sugarcane gifted by the temple sparked discussion. Shen Po-yang responded that oversights can happen amid busy municipal duties and said he would display the sugarcane he received upright. Hedi Elementary School's “Little Household Chores Expert” activity teaches children responsibility and growth through everyday life.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098224https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098224Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:11:32 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Hedi Elementary School held a “Little Household Chores Expert” activity on September 29, combining business and Lions Club resources to teach Grade 四 students household skills through 四 major stations, including sweeping, mopping, wiping and recycling, and to foster responsibility and self-reliance. Phoenix Travel loses out! Taiwan's most profitable travel agency pulls in NT$21.9 billion; travelers praise its professional tour leaders, full itineraries, satisfying food and accommodation, and excellent service.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098225https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098225Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:09:17 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan's listed travel agencies reported revenue for August 2026, with Lion Travel leading at NT$21.975 billion in cumulative revenue. Five Fortune, Shanfu and 易飛網 all grew, while Phoenix declined. A boom in outbound travel benefited the sector overall, with most operators reporting strong revenue in the first 8 months. Plan announced for largest steel mill in U.S. history to be built in Iowa, creating nearly 8,000 jobs; Trump says tariffs are working.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098226https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098226Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:09:07 +0900Taiwan風傳媒川普於9月28日宣布印度埃薩集團旗下梅薩比金屬公司將在愛荷華州興建美國史上最大鋼鐵廠，年產1000萬噸，創造8000個職缺，並強調關稅政策奏效。 “Chiang Wan-an asks about A and answers B—that’s copying the Chinese Communist Party!” Robert Tsao calls on recall groups to support Shen Po-yang: The real initiator of the mass recall is “him”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098227https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3098227Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:06:52 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Robert Tsao posted about polling for the Taipei mayoral election, noting that support for Shen Po-yang and Chiang Wan-an differed by just 1 percentage point. He criticized Chiang for asking about A and answering B like the Chinese Communist Party, said Fu Kun-chi was the real initiator of the mass recall, and urged recall groups to support Shen. Today’s top stories (09/29)! Senior citizens’ card benefits nationwide upgraded on 10/1, with up to NT$1,800／116 calendar: a year-round guide to taking leave／Workers often forget about their “3rd pension”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097740https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097740Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:00:03 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Senior citizens’ card benefits to be upgraded starting in October, 2027 calendar released, information on workers’ continued pension contributions, latest poll, handover of Hai Kun’s squadron commander, truck ticket revoked, weather forecast, and cash handout debate. Tech buzz》Dismissed just 3 months ago, is Facebook’s Muse the real AI assistant? Is the unreleased “Watermelon” model even more powerful?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097741https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097741Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Meta has launched its AI assistant Muse, which topped the U.S. app download charts. Designed for multistep tasks, it has analysts bullish on its social media roots. Meta will release a more powerful AI model, “Watermelon,” in October. Shen Fu-hsiung clashes over Shen Po-yang and Jaw Shaw-kong, sighing, “It’s not worth it”: The mediator becomes a party to the disputehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097742https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097742Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:57:44 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Shen Fu-hsiung commented on Shen Po-yang’s interview on a program, questioning whether Wang Wei-chung had become an unwitting helper. Jaw Shaw-kong disagreed, and Shen lamented that he had gone from “mediator to party to the dispute” after being attacked, saying it was not worth getting involved. 7-11消費27元中1000萬！統一發票開出11張百萬大獎，中獎門市一次看https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097743https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097743Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:51:18 +0900Taiwan風傳媒統一超商 announced the winning numbers for the July-August 115 uniform-invoice period. 7-ELEVEN issued 11 prizes worth at least NT$1 million: 5 NT$10 million grand prizes, 2 NT$2 million special prizes, and 4 NT$1 million cloud-invoice exclusive prizes. One winner spent just NT$10 on photocopying and won NT$2 million. Will the cash handout be boosted to NT$20,000? Cho Jung-tai coolly responds, “Debt should not be left to the next generation”: Blue, green and white camps’ positions at a glancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097744https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097744Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:45:45 +0900Taiwan風傳媒As a new legislative session opened, Premier Cho Jung-tai announced a universal cash handout of NT$10,000 next year. The Kuomintang caucus proposed raising it to NT$20,000, the Taiwan People’s Party caucus suggested using excess tax revenue to pay down debt first, and the Democratic Progressive Party caucus supported sharing the benefits but said a funding source must be identified. 便宜機票怎麼買？空服員親授7個訂票小撇步「不用提前半年」，這時間買省下旅費最划算https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097745https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097745Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:43:33 +0900Taiwan風傳媒A flight attendant shared 7 tips for buying cheap airline tickets: book on Tuesday or Wednesday, book 21 days in advance, choose a Tuesday or Wednesday departure, fly into a secondary airport, clear your browser history, watch for fare deals (11 to 12 weeks before international flights go on sale), and compare prices across websites to save on travel. 台積電美國第二園區呼之欲出？傳相中德州蓋6座晶圓廠 投資金額估逾2650億美元https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097746https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097746Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:40:04 +0900Taiwan風傳媒 China's box office has collapsed! The Mid-Autumn Festival holiday brought in just RMB 270 million, a grim return to levels from 13 years agohttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097747https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097747Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:38:25 +0900Taiwan風傳媒China's mainland film market remains sluggish. Total box office revenue during the 2025 Mid-Autumn Festival holiday was just RMB 270 million, the lowest since 2013, and attendance was the lowest among the year's three short holidays. Box office revenue during the Qingming Festival and Dragon Boat Festival holidays also fell 20% and 12%, respectively. Unmoved by Iran's proposal to reopen the strait: To secure sanctions relief, it must meet Trump's conditions for concessions on the “nuclear issue”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097748https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260929-12/index-en-p8.html#n3097748Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:36:31 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The U.S.-Iran conflict continues as mediators seek to broker a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but the United States is demanding Iranian concessions on the nuclear issue, and the sides still disagree over the timing.