https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 1620 items from 5 sources; Taiwan, 454 items from 9 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131176https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131176Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:56:11 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網裕民 announced that it has signed a contract with 新大洋造船 for 4 Ultramax bulk carriers, expanding its fleet to 90 vessels as it advances its hundred-ship plan and strengthens its green-energy competitiveness. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131177https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131177Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:55:41 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Taiwan stocks hovered near 48,000 points after opening, with blue chips mixed. 台積電 and 聯發科 edged higher, while 鴻海 and ASE fell. Funds shifted to passive components and silicon wafer stocks, with 國巨 and 環球晶 performing strongly. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131178https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131178Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:40:06 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網South Korea's Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy announced on 1 that September exports rose 83.5% year over year to $120.9 billion, topping the $120 billion mark for a single month for the first time. Semiconductor exports surged more than twice year over year to a record $60.3 billion. Exports for the first 3 quarters totaled $814.5 billion, while the September trade surplus hit a record $49.85 billion. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131180https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131180Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:27:19 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網This article explores the potential impact of the 2026 U.S. midterm elections on markets, analyzes how oil prices and inflation could affect the election, and notes that historical data show a divided Congress is not necessarily bad news for U.S. stocks, advising investors to seize opportunities to position themselves before the election. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131181https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131181Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:13:52 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Russian President Putin stressed at a State Duma meeting on the 30th that Russia would not beg any country for handouts, and declared that the country was capable of ensuring its long-term security and sovereignty. The results of the State Duma election held this month were also announced on the same day, with United Russia winning and Volodin reelected as speaker. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131182https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131182Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:10:05 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網The Trump administration's $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas has again been blocked by a court, with a judge ruling that the administration failed to follow the rulemaking process. The tech industry faces a legal battle over hiring as the government proposes a new rule setting the fee at $103,265. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129722https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129722Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:03:19 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網永笙(4178-TW) announced that its cord blood cell product REGENECYTE has been submitted to Taiwan's TFDA for registration to expand its clinical applications. The product has been approved by the U.S. FDA for 80 diseases, compared with the 29 currently covered in Taiwan, and is intended to provide treatment options that meet international standards. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129723https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129723Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:11 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網美國銀行分析師Vivek Arya上調AI資料中心TAM預估至2.2兆美元，看好AI資本支出強勁。他指出輝達、英特爾、美光等晶片股具備看多條件，因估值具吸引力且EPS成長潛力高。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129724https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129724Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:10 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網On National Day, October 1, 2026, a flag-raising ceremony was held at Tiananmen Square to celebrate the 77th anniversary of the founding of New China. People traveled to Beijing from across the country and queued to attend; after the ceremony, thousands of peace doves were released and songs were sung in unison. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129725https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129725Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:51:20 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網台新投信宣布旗下半導體ETF 00904與00947本季配息創新高，分別擬配2.2元與2元，年化配息率逾19%。受惠AI需求，兩檔ETF近期績效亮眼，除息日定於10/16。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129726https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129726Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:50:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網CNBC host Cramer is bullish on Bloom Energy’s long-term potential in the behind-the-meter power market for AI data centers, but advises investors not to chase the stock for now because it has surged 219% this year and its valuation is too high. The company recently won a 2.8GW order from 甲骨文, and its second-quarter revenue rose 166% year over year, demonstrating strong growth momentum. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129727https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129727Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:42:09 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網An Israeli official confirmed that a 杜拜航空 flight was targeted by a pilot who tried to crash the plane, but passengers bravely stopped him. The suspect is being held by Saudi Arabia, and Israel has raised its alert level. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129728https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129728Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:40:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網U.S. diesel prices hit a record high of 6.53 dollars per gallon. The Trump administration is discussing an export ban to bring prices down, but experts warn this could raise the cost of other petroleum products and that prices may not fall for at least a year. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129730https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129730Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:30:11 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網An investigation report on the Fed headquarters renovation found management shortcomings but no evidence of illegality, prompting strong displeasure from Trump, who called on Powell to resign. Fed Chair Warsh responded that the General Services Administration would take over the remaining work to ensure transparency and compliance. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129729https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129729Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:30:11 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Meta AI assistant Muse surpassed 5 million downloads within 22 days of launch, outpacing competitors such as ChatGPT to become the fastest AI app to hit the milestone. It also secured the top spot on the U.S. App Store’s free-app chart. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129731https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129731Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:20:02 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網美光科技 reported fourth-quarter results and issued its latest quarterly forecast, with revenue and earnings both beating Wall Street expectations on surging demand for HBM and high-speed memory from AI servers. The company forecast next-quarter revenue of 61.5 billion dollars and announced that it would expand U.S. investment to more than 250 billion dollars. Its shares rose after hours. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129732https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129732Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:10:05 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網高盛 said in a report that trade wars and tariff uncertainty will heighten volatility in metals markets. Silver, copper, platinum, and palladium could face another bout of sharp swings. Copper in particular may see renewed volatility from the second half of 2025 through the first half of 2026, amid AI infrastructure demand, supply shortage concerns, and tight inventories outside the U.S. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129178https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129178Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:00:05 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網U.S. stock market news summary for October 1, 2026, covering Micron’s Q4 results, Meta shares surging on the success of Muse, internal doubts about Google Gemini 4, 台積電’s assessment of investment in Texas, and speculation about a SpaceX merger following changes to Tesla’s voting system. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129179https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129179Thu, 01 Oct 2026 08:58:46 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Minneapolis Federal Reserve President Kashkari stressed that inflationary pressures have spread to the services sector. The Fed is keeping the option of raising rates open and expects another hike this year and one more in 2027. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129180https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129180Thu, 01 Oct 2026 08:40:05 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網South Korea announced a major increase in investment in U.S. energy and infrastructure, totaling up to $200 billion and covering Alaska LNG, nuclear power and a Texas natural gas power project. The move not only strengthens the U.S.-South Korea strategic alliance but also directly creates business opportunities and revenue growth for related companies such as ConocoPhillips, Baker Hughes, Cameco and Brookfield Renewable Partners. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129181https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129181Thu, 01 Oct 2026 08:30:10 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Reuters reported that 日本銀行 is expected to accelerate its pace of rate hikes to address inflation risks. Markets are watching the Tankan survey and inflation data; if price pressures widen, the BOJ could raise rates again in October or December. Despite calls from some in the market for aggressive tightening, the central bank remains cautious about rapid rate hikes and will act only if inflation surges or exceeds its target. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129182https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129182Thu, 01 Oct 2026 08:20:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網美國總統川普週三宣布，南韓擬對美投資最多2,000億美元於能源建設，其中約540億美元投入阿拉斯加LNG計畫，並配套德州天然氣發電廠與八座大型核電廠，源自2025年美韓貿易協議。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129183https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129183Thu, 01 Oct 2026 08:10:54 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網A recent sharp sell-off in the U.S. Treasury market pushed yields to a 20-year high, but analysts say this reflects an economy strong enough to withstand higher interest rates rather than a harbinger of financial crisis. Strong PMI data and expectations of further Federal Reserve rate hikes have lifted nominal economic growth, while stock market performance has shown no signs of panic. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131253https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131253Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This article explains the legally prescribed order for enrolling in health insurance after leaving a job, emphasizing that eligibility should be checked in order based on occupational status, dependent coverage and, lastly, status as a person without an occupation in a local area. It also explains how to apply online through the NHI Express app to enroll through a district office. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131254https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131254Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:59:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Japanese man Osamu Kimura died suddenly, leaving 30 million yen in insurance proceeds, and his mother Tomoko came to claim the money. As the beneficiary had been changed to his wife Junko and his mother was not a statutory heir, Junko was not required to share the proceeds. Experts warn that voluntarily giving her money could incur gift tax. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131255https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131255Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:54:22 +0900Taiwan風傳媒《網路溫度計DailyView》 has released a ranking of the ten plant-based protein powder brands most discussed by online users. TRYALL took the top spot, with a range of options from sports nutrition to everyday wellness. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131256https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131256Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:50:35 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Writer 漂浪島嶼 analyzed the Taipei mayoral race, saying Democratic Progressive Party candidate Shen Po-yang has stirred up a wave with the “大洋流計畫,” successfully cornering incumbent Chiang Wan-an, who is seeking re-election. The article assesses that Chiang is facing a tight race with little support, while Shen would need to surpass former president Tsai Ing-wen's record of 870,000 votes to win; otherwise, a defeat could leave him marginalized in politics. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131257https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131257Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:45:58 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Ministry of Labor announced that the period for wage-gap subsidies under employment stabilization measures for 9 designated manufacturing industries, including food and animal-feed manufacturing, has been extended to October 31, 2026. The move aims to help industries affected by international economic conditions weather the transition and recovery period and provide workers with practical financial support. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131258https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131258Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:42:27 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Central Weather Administration issued high-temperature alerts, with 7 counties and cities, including the Taipei-New Taipei area, under orange alerts. Weather expert Wu Der-rong forecast that a strengthening northeast monsoon on October 5 will bring cooler temperatures, with northern Taiwan possibly falling to 18 degrees. Tropical Storm Caiyun, the 26th storm of the year, is moving toward Japan and will not affect Taiwan. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131259https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131259Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:35:11 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Bureau of Labor Insurance has released the October 2026 payment schedule for 18 benefits. The maximum National Pension maternity benefit for a single birth has risen to NT$100,000, while late October is a peak payment period for labor insurance pensions and farmers' allowances. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131260https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131260Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:33:33 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This article examines traditional taboos when saying goodbye at a crematorium, including not looking back, not saying goodbye, and cleansing oneself to remove impurity. It explains their dual purpose of protecting the living and guiding the deceased to rest in peace. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131262https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131262Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This article explains how bottom ash and fly ash from waste incineration are currently handled in Taiwan. In 2025, about 828,000 metric tons of bottom ash were produced. After processing, the recycling rate reached 100%, with the material used mainly for road backfill and construction materials, demonstrating the results of resource recycling. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131261https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131261Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Ministry of Labor has amended the Labor Leave Rules, increasing marriage leave from 8 days to 14 days, all paid. The government will subsidize wages for the additional 6 days. The new rules take effect October 1 and also apply to those who have registered their marriage but have not yet used all their leave. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131263https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131263Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:22:38 +0900Taiwan風傳媒For the 2026 Double Ninth Festival (Oct. 18), cities and counties across Taiwan are launching senior-citizen gift payments, with welfare policies further upgraded．Payments are being made in Taichung, Yunlin, Nantou, Kaohsiung and other areas．Centenarians in Nan'ao Township, Yilan, will receive the highest amount, a red envelope of 70,000 yuan．Exact amounts and schedules vary according to local regulations． https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131264https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131264Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:05:59 +0900Taiwan風傳媒U．S． PCE inflation in August came in below expectations, prompting markets to lower the odds of an October rate hike to 37%，but Treasury yields still climbed above 5.3%．Most U．S． stocks fell, while Taiwan stocks bucked the trend and opened higher, gaining more than 100 points． https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131265https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131265Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:04:46 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taipei City’s Parking Management and Development Office announced that starting Oct. 6, it will expand access to public curbside paid motorcycle parking spaces for large motorcycles．Parking diagonally across 2 spaces costs 40 yuan, and violations carry a maximum fine of 1200 yuan． https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129786https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129786Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:01:34 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The 2026 Double Ninth Festival senior-citizen gift payment program is underway．Nantou, Yunlin and Kaohsiung will make deposits on Oct. 2．Amounts and eligibility vary widely by area, with centenarians in Nan'ao Township, Yilan, receiving up to 70,000 yuan． https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129784https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129784Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒台灣22個縣市擴大敬老卡使用範圍，涵蓋交通、醫療及消費，台東縣額度最高達每月1500點。此舉旨在應對超高齡社會，提供全方位樂齡照護福利，但需注意點數月底歸零及跨區搭乘規則差異。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129783https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129783Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒中國公考培訓市場因競爭加劇與縮招趨勢陷入價格戰，頭部機構粉筆由盈轉虧。北京等地政府加強監管，規範預收費與宣傳話術，產業面臨轉型壓力。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129782https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129782Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒信義房屋 has won CommonWealth Magazine’s Sustainable Citizenship Award for 20 consecutive years, placing second in the services category among large enterprises and becoming the only real estate brokerage winner．Through the adoption of AI and its long-term ESG practices, the company has demonstrated outstanding results in corporate governance, social engagement and environmental sustainability． https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129785https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129785Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:59:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒A man in Tainan failed to pay 64,100 yuan owed for 177 traffic tickets and was subject to compulsory enforcement by the Tainan Branch of the Administrative Enforcement Agency．The full debt was recovered from his bank deposits．The case shows that failing to pay traffic fines on time can put one’s assets at risk of seizure． https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129787https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129787Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:57:03 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Starting Jan. 1, year 115, the National Pension insured amount will rise to 21,103 yuan, resulting in a slight increase in premiums but a substantial boost in benefits．Officials warn that enrollment is mandatory；those with premiums unpaid for more than 10 years will lose eligibility for the Type A pension and may also cause their spouses to be penalized． https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129789https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129789Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a second Trump-Xi meeting. Wang Hsin-hsien, director of National Chengchi University's Institute of International Relations, said the fundamentals of U.S.-Taiwan ties remain unchanged, but U.S. policy is shifting toward Beijing, including opposition to Taiwan independence, a pause in arms sales, and Lai Ching-te not transiting through the United States. He warned that the Lai government could emerge as a winner as risks in the Taiwan Strait decline. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129788https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129788Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The National Health Insurance Administration explained the rules for retired seniors to be covered as dependents, noting that while grandparents may be covered under their grandchildren, they must first be covered under their children according to the order of kinship. Only when there is no eligible person in the preceding priority group or special family circumstances apply may another enrollment method be used. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129791https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129791Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:20:01 +0900Taiwan風傳媒台電’s offshore wind power Phase Two project has stalled due to a contract performance dispute with turnkey contractor 富崴能源 and debt issues involving 森崴. To prevent 29 turbine towers from freezing, 台電 forcibly used the vessel Top Pioneer, owned by 寶崴 and already in liquidation proceedings, for construction during the Mid-Autumn Festival, sparking a creditor dispute. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129792https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129792Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:20:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Shen Po-yang, the DPP's Taipei mayoral candidate, opposed internet celebrity Four-Forked Cat's participation in the “狸貓換太子” satirical skit mocking Chiang Wan-an's parentage, arguing that the campaign should focus on municipal issues. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129793https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129793Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:10:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The U.S. government announced on 9月29日 that it would again make up to 4000萬 barrels of Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) crude available for companies to borrow, in response to soaring oil prices and market shortages caused by the Iran war. The program previously drew very little interest. Its restart aims to stabilize energy markets, but could bring SPR stocks even closer to the legal limit. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129238https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3129238Thu, 01 Oct 2026 08:10:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This article analyzes the political careers and education policy records of four former education ministers—Huang Kun-huei, Wu Ching-chi, Pan Wen-chung and Huang Jung-tsun—and criticizes them for yielding to political pressure, contributing to the decline of the teaching profession and political interference on campus. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131443https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131443Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900Japanm3.comAn introduction to members-only content for physicians, in which experienced experts and doctors answer questions about what childcare centers at academic conferences are really like. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131442https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131442Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900Japanm3.comThe tried-and-true approach to stock and real estate investing is to “buy quality assets at the bottom and hold them for the very long term.” This article explains the core of a very long-term investment strategy that helps busy doctors overcome the emotional hurdles. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131449https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131449Wed, 30 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0900Japanm3.comThis content is exclusive to physician members of m3.com. Docpedia LIFESTYLE features experts and doctors answering questions about careers and lifestyles. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131447https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131447Wed, 30 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0900Japanm3.comOne of the Big 3 boys' combined junior and senior high schools in Kansai, 東大寺学園 is known for its liberal school culture and natural surroundings in Nara. Around 180 students are admitted to national and public universities each year. In spring 2026, the number admitted to medical schools reached 82. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131461https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131461Tue, 29 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0900Japanm3.comAn introduction to the launch of sales for “Everyday Scrub,” the first collection from SOLVIA, a medical apparel brand founded by practicing ER/ICU doctors. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131460https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131460Tue, 29 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0900Japanm3.comRethinking the “value for money” of medical apparel, this article focuses on lab coats made using tailoring techniques and the choice between replacing items as disposables or wearing them for longer. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131459https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131459Tue, 29 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0900Japanm3.comAn introduction to Docpedia LIFESTYLE, an m3.com members-only service for physicians where experts and doctors answer questions about long trips for private-practice doctors. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131465https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131465Mon, 28 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0900Japanm3.comDo you have the courage to ask questions at academic conferences? This content is exclusive to physician members of m3.com. At Docpedia LIFESTYLE, experienced experts and doctors answer questions about careers and lifestyles that people may find difficult to ask about in everyday life. They draw on their own experiences to help find solutions. ※Only physicians can view this content. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131470https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131470Sun, 27 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0900Japanm3.comIn response to soaring housing prices in Tokyo, a program has begun offering “affordable housing” at rents 20% below market rates to ease the burden on younger generations. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131469https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131469Sun, 27 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0900Japanm3.com学会や研究会で東京を訪れる忙しい医師向けに、東京ビッグサイトから徒歩圏内の「ダブルツリーbyヒルトン東京有明」ホテルを紹介。移動時間の削減と自由時間の有効活用を提案する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131475https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131475Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0900Japanm3.comThe final installment in the series “Survey on Doctors' Smartphone Use” looks at smartphone dependence among young doctors and their phone use during meals. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131474https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131474Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0900Japanm3.comIn this Docpedia LIFESTYLE feature for physician members of m3.com, experienced experts and doctors answer questions about how to navigate your first academic conference. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3132337https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3132337Thu, 01 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan內政部消防署A fire broke out at 竹圍派出所 in Dayuan District, Taoyuan City, at 03:59 on Day 1. When the fire department arrived at 04:10, the fire was already out. There were no casualties. The burn area was about 0.5 square meters, and the battery of the duty desk's uninterruptible power supply was destroyed. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3132336https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3132336Thu, 01 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan內政部消防署A waste fire at the Keelung City Environmental Protection Bureau's 天外天 landfill was extinguished by firefighters, with no casualties. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3132335https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3132335Thu, 01 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan內政部消防署A fire broke out on Day 30 at the “都廳大院-紹華營造” construction site on Zhongxing South Street in Sanchong District, New Taipei City. The fire spread to basement level 5, and thick smoke filled the site. The fire department quickly responded and extinguished the blaze at 14:47. There were no casualties, and the burn area was about 5 square meters. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3132334https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3132334Thu, 01 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan內政部消防署A tour bus caught fire on the northbound National Highway 1 in Hukou Township, Hsinchu County, on the evening of Day 30. The engine compartment at the rear of a 和欣客運 bus caught fire, but firefighters quickly extinguished it. All 15 passengers evacuated safely, with no casualties. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3132333https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3132333Thu, 01 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan內政部消防署A waste fire broke out near the embankment in Citong Township, Yunlin County. The fire department dispatched 15 vehicles and 35 personnel to extinguish it. During the operation, 1 male firefighter was treated in hospital for heat exhaustion and discharged without serious injury. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3132332https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3132332Thu, 01 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan內政部消防署A fire broke out at the 「三新紡織」 factory on Zhongzheng North Road, Yongkang District, Tainan City, at 16:27 on the 30th. The site was a high-voltage power control room, and the fire covered approximately 40 square meters. When the fire department arrived at 16:37, there were no visible flames. The incident resulted in the suspected electrocution death of 1 64-year-old man, with no other casualties. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3132331https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3132331Thu, 01 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan內政部消防署30日14:14金門縣烈嶼鄉東林街發生住宅火災，現場為1層鐵皮建物，燃燒面積約40平方公尺。消防局出動6車13人處理，於14:37將火勢撲滅，無人員傷亡。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3132330https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3132330Thu, 01 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan內政部消防署An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.9 struck the waters off eastern Taiwan at 13 on September 30, 2026. The epicenter was 136.0 kilometers east of 花蓮縣政府, at a depth of 13.3 kilometers. The maximum intensity recorded across the affected areas was 2, and no damage was reported. Transportation, energy, telecommunications and other infrastructure continued to operate normally. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3132329https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3132329Thu, 01 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan內政部消防署A fishing boat fire broke out at Cijin Fishing Harbor in Kaohsiung City on the 30th. Firefighters extinguished it at 13:59. There were no casualties, and 3 fishing boats were destroyed. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3132344https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3132344Thu, 01 Oct 2026 08:50:00 +0900Japan日本銀行日本銀行による2026年9月短観の公表ページ。概要、要旨、時系列データなどのリンクが記載されている。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3132343https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3132343Thu, 01 Oct 2026 08:50:00 +0900Japan日本銀行Summary of opinions at the 日本銀行 Monetary Policy Meeting held on September 17 and 18, 2026. The economy is recovering moderately, but inflationary pressures are rising in part due to the situation in the Middle East. Underlying inflation is approaching 2%, and policy board members are divided between those supporting a rate hike and those arguing for a hold. The government (財務省 and 内閣府) has called for appropriate monetary policy management and accountability. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131861https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131861Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:30:00 +0900TaiwanHeho健康A new study in Nature Medicine analyzed data from 45,000 people and found that those with younger brains and immune systems had a 56% lower risk of death. It recommends avoiding ultra-processed foods and following the AHEI diet to reverse biological age and protect against Alzheimer's disease. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131867https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131867Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:12:03 +0900TaiwanHeho健康The Ministry of Health and Welfare's latest cancer registry data show that Taiwan recorded more than 19,000 new colorectal cancer cases in year 112. Doctors warn that insufficient dietary fiber intake may lead to nutritional imbalance and increase cancer risk. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131581https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261001-09/index-en-p21.html#n3131581Thu, 01 Oct 2026 11:20:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示