和食さと is a family restaurant chain with 202 locations in Japan. Starting Oct. 1, it launched “Night Discount, Part 3,” a campaign offering 3 alcoholic drinks for ¥100 and 9 side dishes and soft-serve ice cream at half price.
New products from the TV anime “The Mughal Empire’s Courtesan” now available!
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New products, including can badges and acrylic figures, based on the TV anime “The Mughal Empire’s Courtesan” will be available to order through the online store “THEキャラ” starting Oct. 1, 2026.
Announcement of the Yamada Points giveaway campaign
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株式会社ハウス・デポ・パートナーズ will run the “Yamada Points Giveaway Campaign” from Oct. 1, 2026, through Feb. 28, 2027, for its home loan products “House Depot [Flat]” and “House Depot [MIX].”
Yamada NEOBANK home loans and in-person home loans: campaign to award Yamada Points based on the loan amount disbursed
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株式会社ヤマダファイナンスサービス, part of the Yamada Holdings Group, and ドコモSMTBネット銀行 will launch a campaign on Oct. 1, 2026, for users of in-person “Yamada NEOBANK” home loans, awarding Yamada Points equivalent to 0.2% of the loan amount.
箱根小涌園ユネッサン announced that it will run its “Unofficial Chiba City Resident Discount!” campaign in conjunction with “Chiba City Residents’ Day” on Oct. 18, 2026, offering special admission prices exclusively to Chiba City residents.
Facts
¥1,000 per adult (junior high school age and older)
[藤田観光株式会社] 16th franchise location, “SPA 葉港の湯 ワシントンホテル Sasebo Station Front (provisional name),” featuring a large public bath, scheduled to open in spring 2028
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藤田観光株式会社 has signed a basic agreement with 株式会社博多屋 to join the WHG franchise, and plans to open “SPA 葉港の湯 ワシントンホテル Sasebo Station Front (provisional name)” in Sasebo, Nagasaki Prefecture, in spring 2028. The hotel will have 106 rooms and a large public bath, bringing the total to 296 rooms when combined with the existing property.
藤田観光株式会社 will hold “Octobeer Fest” at 箱根小涌園ユネッサン for 3 days only, from Oct. 10 to 12, 2026. The event will offer local and craft beers, gourmet food, stage shows, festival-game booths, and other activities. Admission is free.
[rienda] ≠ME’s Hitomi Suzuki makes her first appearance as a model for the October LOOK!
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Fashion brand rienda, owned by 株式会社バロックジャパンリミテッド, has selected Hitomi Suzuki of ≠ME as a LOOK model for October and November for the first time. The brand also holds its annual major event, “SHEL'TTER FES,” and publishes LOOKs featuring recommended items.
Chigasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture, and Satofull begin accepting donations for “Tatsumi Fujinami 55th Anniversary of Pro Wrestling Debut” merchandise, exclusively through Satofull
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Chigasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture, and 株式会社さとふる will begin accepting donations for limited-edition merchandise commemorating professional wrestler Tatsumi Fujinami’s 55th anniversary as a wrestler on Oct. 2, 2026, with the cooperation of Osamu Oguri of KONDOU SHOES.
“にじさんじ FAN CLUB” adds new plans for Kokoro Amamiya, Kaisei, Mikaru Kaido, Berry Saotome, Karuta Yamagami, and Ultimate Creators; November newsletter issued and membership card mailing requests open!
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ANYCOLOR株式会社 has added a new “Premium Plan (annual)” for 6 groups of livestreamers, including Kokoro Amamiya, in the official fan club for VTuber group “にじさんじ.” It will also begin publishing a newsletter with the November issue and start accepting requests for membership card mailings.
Facts
Oct. 1, 2026
15:00
November 2026 issue
Published 3 times a year
Currently operates more than 40 fan clubs
Currently has approximately 150 affiliated livestreamers
“Finance × Comedy” competition “THE MONEY ~Money Joke No. 1 Championship~” to be held for the first time
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マネーフォワードホーム株式会社 will hold “THE MONEY ~Money Joke No. 1 Championship~,” a comedy competition themed around money, for the first time. Preliminary rounds will be streamed on YouTube’s “ME STUDIO” in October 2026, with a grand prize of ¥3 million. The final will take place at “Money EXPO 2026” on Nov. 7 of the same year.
Calbee expands the reach of “Harvest Snaps” in North America, moving “Veggie Straws” and “Cheese Puffs” from the produce section to the snack aisle
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Calbee will launch new products under its “Harvest Snaps” brand in the North American market, “Veggie Straws” and “Cheese Puffs,” from November 2026, expanding its reach from the produce section to the snack aisle.
[梅田 蔦屋書店] Hosting “Nice to Read you 2026—A First Book to Say Hello,” an all-store fair proposing “new ways to discover books,” from Thursday, Oct. 1
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Umeda Tsutaya Books will hold the all-store fair “Nice to Read you 2026—A First Book to Say Hello” from Oct. 1 to Nov. 15, 2026. Following its popularity last year, the fair is becoming a series. Store manager Hiromitsu Kitada will serve as general supervisor, and 15 themed fairs will be held using ideas such as birthdays and intuition.
[Starting Oct. 1] Free video seminar “Connect to the Future! Explaining the 16th Business Succession M&A Subsidy: Business Succession Promotion Category” now available [Jozokinnau]
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株式会社ナビット will begin streaming a free explanatory seminar on the business succession promotion category of the “16th Business Succession M&A Subsidy” on Oct. 1. Eligible applicants can receive subsidies of up to ¥8 million (¥10 million if they implement wage increases).
株式会社バンダイナムコエンターテインメント announced that its smartphone app “キングダム 覇道” marked its 1st anniversary on Oct. 1. A new SSR general, “昭王,” and returning general “摎” are arriving, along with various login bonuses and campaigns.
Facts
1st anniversary
Talent 900
Until 23:59 on Saturday, October 31, 2026
Original覇道石×9500
Original英傑登用札×300枚
Original合計300枚の英傑登用札
Original英傑登用札を20枚
“攻城戦,” featuring up to 30 players vs. 30 players
Companies mentioned：株式会社バンダイナムコエンターテインメント、バンダイナムコエンターテインメント、Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.、コーエーテクモゲームス、Apple Inc.、Google LLC.
An introductory guide to Edo running, with over 370 million total views on social media: 『江戸走り界隈 頑張らないほどうまくいく身体革命』 by 大場克則, on sale Oct. 1 from 小学館新書!
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株式会社小学館 will release 『江戸走り界隈 頑張らないほどうまくいく身体革命』, an introductory guide to “Edo running” that has received over 370 million total views on social media, on Oct. 1. Author 大場克則 has systematized running styles from the Edo period using sequential photographs and offers ways to apply them for people of all ages.
Cat-themed New Year’s cards “にゃん賀状” and フェリシモ「猫部™」 celebrate their 12th collaboration anniversary! The 2027 edition, marking a full cycle of the zodiac, debuts with original designs by 4 popular illustrators
【DMMヘルスケア】合同会社DMM.com and 鹿児島県瀬戸内町 sign comprehensive partnership agreement
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合同会社DMM.com and 鹿児島県瀬戸内町 have signed a comprehensive partnership agreement in the healthcare field, aiming to improve access to medical care and promote the health of local residents.
【25th anniversary as an entertainer】もう中学生 completes his first original picture book! 『もう図鑑 いろんなもうあつめたよ』 set for release on Nov. 10 (Tue.); features an unusual cardboard cover and environmentally considerate vegetable-oil ink
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もう中学生, a comedian with 吉本興業, will release his first original picture book, 『もう図鑑 いろんなもうあつめたよ』, on Nov. 10, 2026, to mark his 25th anniversary as an entertainer. Features include a cardboard cover and environmentally considerate ink.
A long-awaited new book on “writing” by 武田砂鉄, a writer currently racing against the most deadlines: 『書くとは何か』 on sale today!
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A new book by writer 武田砂鉄, 『書くとは何か』, was released by 講談社 on Oct. 1, 2026. Rather than offering general writing tips, the book explores the practical work and pursuit involved in the act of “writing”; a commemorative event will also be held.
A special English immersion program combining popular “マイクはかせ” with STEAM × TGGスクール by LCA to be held on Nov. 21
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TGG, a group company of 株式会社学研ホールディングス, has partnered with YouTube creator “マイクはかせ” to hold “ジェットコースター・エンジニアリングチャレンジ,” a special program combining STEAM education and English immersion, on Nov. 21, 2026.
Facts
Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026
Senior kindergarten class (children age 5)
6th grade
Starting Oct. 2, 2026
9:30～15:30
Capacity: 132 participants
66 participants per school
Participation fee: 13,200 yen
Capital: 100 million yen
Date of incorporation: Feb. 13, 2017
Date of incorporation: March 31, 1947
Capital: ¥19,817 million
Revenue: ¥199.1 billion
124 group companies
Securities code: 9470
Companies mentioned：株式会社学研ホールディングス、株式会社TOKYO GLOBAL GATEWAY、TGGスクール by LCA、STEAMS LAB JAPAN、ミシガン大学
株式会社学研ココファン and 株式会社ビーシステム announce business alliance to promote DX in the care industry
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株式会社学研ココファン and 株式会社ビーシステム have signed a business partnership agreement to promote digital transformation and improve operational efficiency in the nursing care industry.
【Oct. 1 (Thu.): アドキャスト opens 2 new locations simultaneously】仙川店 and 青山サロン open, further strengthening real estate services in central Tokyo and the western Tokyo area
株式会社カスタムジャパン has opened “Tire Custom,” a motorcycle tire specialty store where customers can intuitively search for and purchase tires using 3 approaches: vehicle model, size and manufacturer.
Facts
Since its founding in 2005
Established August 9, 2005
Companies mentioned：株式会社カスタムジャパン、カスタムジャパン、鶴橋部品、日本モーターパーツ、BRIDGESTONE、DUNLOP、iRC、SHINKO、TIMSUN、MICHELIN、PIRELLI、METZELER、Custom Japan Co., Ltd.
公益財団法人三菱UFJ技術育成財団 selected 5 projects from 77 applications for its 1st round of fiscal 2026 research and development grants, approving a total of 15 million yen in funding.
“Pro Soccer Clubをつくろう！2026” holds a “Premium SP Player Scout” featuring French players!
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株式会社セガ is currently holding a “Premium SP Player Scout” featuring French players in the game “Pro Soccer Clubをつくろう！2026.” In addition to featured players such as Kylian Mbappé, the campaign includes login bonuses and mission events.
Facts
Can be used for a draw with 3,000 RB
1 draw for 300 RB or 300 GB
Can make 10 draws for 3,000 RB or 3,000 GB
Original1日1回限定で100RBで引くことが可能です
Up to 10 “Premium SP Player Scout Tickets” can be obtained
Up to 1,000 GB and various training items
More than 5,000 players are scheduled to appear under their real names
Companies mentioned：株式会社セガ、セガ、FIFPRO、K LEAGUE、Major League Soccer、MLSPA、adidas Japan K.K.、Manchester City Football Club、FCバイエルン・ミュンヘン、J.LEAGUE
45 years since founding; WORLD WING enters a new chapter
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株式会社ワールドウィングエンタープライズ marked its 45th anniversary and opened “WORLD WING BUSAN,” its 1st location in South Korea, on September 28, 2026. It is also developing “WORLD WING SQUARE,” a new international exchange hub, and received congratulatory trees from Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi and Ichiro.
Facts
45th anniversary
In 2026, we opened “WORLD WING BUSAN” in South Korea, our 1st location, on September 28
Taiwan, where 4 facilities are currently in operation
Announces results of a demonstration in Taiwan on remotely monitoring crop growth
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株式会社NTTアグリテクノロジー, in collaboration with 國立宜蘭大學 and ThroughTek Co., Ltd., conducted a demonstration in a Taiwanese greenhouse to remotely monitor melon growth (plant height) using fixed cameras and AI image analysis. The estimated values closely matched actual measurements, confirming that the approach can help improve the efficiency of remote cultivation guidance.
Spectator information for Round 7 of the 2026 MFJ All Japan Trial Championship Series, Wakayama-Yuasa event
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Spectator information for the 2026 MFJ All Japan Trial Championship Series Round 7 Wakayama-Yuasa event, to be held on October 25, 2026, at Yuasa Trial Park in Wakayama Prefecture. General advance tickets are 2,500 yen, and tickets on the day are 3,000 yen. The event is organized by MFJ and 株式会社モトスポーツプロモーション.
Introduction of an off-site corporate PPA service by 東北ヒロセ電機株式会社
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Tohoku Hirose Electric will introduce an off-site corporate PPA service provided by Tohoku Electric Power on October 1, 2026, and expects to reduce CO2 emissions by approximately 220 tons annually.
Facts
Oct. 1, 2026
Total rated output※2: 267.3 kW
A total of 6 sites
Over a period of 20 years
Approximately 220 tons of CO2 emissions reduced annually
Home security, checking in on parents, and winter cold: How much can existing homes be transformed with commercially available smart-home devices?
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有限会社石川工務店 and 株式会社mametto will hold “A Smart Home Workshop Starting with the Home You Already Have” in Izumo on October 24, 2026. The workshop will introduce ways to address issues such as home security, checking in on family members and keeping warm, using commercially available smart-home devices without relying on new construction or major renovations. Admission is free.
[Media Invitation] Thailand debut of “TSUTAYA BOOKSTORE One Bangkok”: Grand Opening Ceremony and Media Preview
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TSUTAYA BOOKS Malaysia Sdn. Bhd., a joint venture between カルチュア・コンビニエンス・クラブ株式会社 and 双日, will open “TSUTAYA BOOKSTORE One Bangkok” inside “One Bangkok” in Bangkok on October 20, 2026, in partnership with Thailand’s Asia Books Co., Ltd. A grand opening ceremony and media preview will be held.
Facts
Oct. 20, 2026
1,000㎡
More than 50,000 books
Companies mentioned：カルチュア・コンビニエンス・クラブ株式会社、双日、TSUTAYA BOOKS Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.、BJC、Asia Books Co., Ltd.
[きたの風茶寮] Special Event Announcement: October 8 marks the 15th anniversary of its opening
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きたの風茶寮 will mark the 15th anniversary of its opening on October 8, 2026, with special offerings including a welcome champagne service and hors d’oeuvres in the lounge.
Featuring a strategy guide to “Splatoon Raiders” and more: Enjoy games even more with “Television Game Magazine November 2026,” on sale 10/1
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株式会社KADOKAWA Game Linkage published the children’s gaming magazine “Television Game Magazine November 2026” on October 1, 2026. The cover feature is “Splatoon Raiders,” and the bonus items include a 52-page strategy guide and a game commentary video DVD running 4 hours and 19 minutes. The price is 1,430 yen.
Facts
Published on Thursday, October 1, 2026
Price: 1,430 yen (1,300 yen before tax)
A substantial 52 pages
Magazine: A4 variant, 100 pages
Includes a game commentary video running 4 hours and 19 minutes
Will mark its 18th anniversary in 2026
Companies mentioned：株式会社KADOKAWA Game Linkage、株式会社KADOKAWA、Nintendo、PONOS Corp.
Chinese fishing boats repeatedly cross the boundary; Penghu Coast Guard detains 2 vessels for prosecution on 2 consecutive days
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Chinese fishing boats have repeatedly crossed the boundary. The Penghu Coast Guard detained the fishing vessel 粵饒漁33616 and its 7 crew members in waters northwest of Xiyu, and dumped 850 kilograms of catch at sea. A total of 3 Chinese fishing boats that crossed the boundary have been detained in just 6 days。
Facts
850 kilograms of catch dumped at sea
7 Chinese crew members taken into custody
About 19.6 nautical miles offshore
After being ordered to stop for inspection 3 times
銘傳大學 near Beishi Science Park joins forces with 輝達 and 戴爾 to train AI talent
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
銘傳大學 announced a partnership with 輝達（Nvidia） and 戴爾（Dell） to establish the Nvidia AI Lab, deploying more than 30 high-end graphics-card computers equipped with GeForce RTX 5090 GPUs to train AI talent and provide an industry-grade computing environment。
Crude oil prices rise nearly 29% in a month; 印度財政部 says economy may face risks
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A report by 印度財政部 said crude oil prices surged nearly 29% in September compared with August, while rising uncertainty in U.S.-India trade relations could pose risks to the Indian economy. Inflation remains stable and growth momentum is strong, but volatility in oil and natural gas prices continues to put pressure on costs。
Harbor City Cup sustainable seafood competition kicks off, with more than 300 contestants taking part
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 12th Harbor City Cup Ocean Sustainability Culinary Innovation Competition opened at 台鋁 in Kaohsiung. Guided by the Ocean Affairs Council and organized by 中華民國國際調酒協會 and 中華民國國際餐飲協會, the event attracted more than 300 contestants。
Science camp in Laiyi Township, Pingtung, teaches children Paiwan wisdom about the mountains and forests
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Organizations across Pingtung County’s Laiyi Township worked together to hold the “Survival Game—Staying Alive” science camp at 古樓國小. Hands-on activities, including ancestral spirit rituals, learning about plants and animals, outdoor cooking and making bows and arrows, introduced children to traditional Paiwan hunting culture and knowledge of the mountains and forests。
Tom Cruise’s new film “The Digger” reportedly pulled from Hong Kong release over sensitive content
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The new film “The Digger,” starring U.S. actor Tom Cruise, was reportedly pulled before its planned release in Hong Kong and Macau because of sensitive content and political satire. Its release in mainland China remains uncertain, while it is set to open in Taiwan as scheduled。
Labor funds post NT$2.3 trillion in returns in first 8 months; 5 months rank among top 5 for monthly returns
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The labor funds earned NT$2.3227 trillion in the first 8 months of this year, surpassing last year’s full-year returns. Monthly returns in 5 months（1, 2, 4, 5 and 8）ranked among the 5 highest on record。
仁寶 advances AI smart manufacturing and management, wins 2 Digital Transformation Awards
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仁寶 won the top prize at the Dingge Awards for its “Smart Manufacturing Eye” AI visual recognition platform, and an excellence award for “Empowering Employees with AI Agents,” showcasing its digital transformation in smart manufacturing and management。
Facts
6th edition
Every 6 to 10 seconds
More than 20 inspections completed simultaneously per second
陳亭妃 campaigns in Penghu, hoping to elect the first female mayor and county magistrate in Tainan and Penghu in 400 years
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
陳亭妃, the Democratic Progressive Party’s Tainan mayoral candidate, traveled to Penghu to campaign with county magistrate candidate 吳淑瑾, hoping to make history by electing the first female heads of government in the two places in 400 years. 吳淑瑾 proposed seeking more “Tainan-Penghu” flights and bringing in other airlines。
Facts
The first female mayor and county magistrate in more than 400 years
Social media post shows resident bringing pork back to Taiwan; 防檢署 investigates and fines violator NT$200,000
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A member of the public posted on Threads about bringing pork jerky from China back to Taiwan. 防檢署 investigated, confirmed the violation and imposed a fine of NT$200,000 under the law。
中油 freezes bottled gas prices in October to help stabilize prices
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
台灣中油 announced that, in line with the government’s price-stabilization policy, prices for household liquefied petroleum gas, industrial propane and other types of gas will remain unchanged in October, with 中油 absorbing the price difference。
Facts
Should have risen by NT$2.9
Cumulative amount absorbed is estimated to exceed NT$11.9 billion
Retired Air Force sergeant accused of spying on Han Kuang exercise aircraft; 3 charged in Chinese espionage case
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Taiwan High Prosecutors Office's Kaohsiung Branch indicted 3 people for alleged violations of the National Security Act and other offenses, including a retired Air Force sergeant surnamed Chen, an Army master sergeant surnamed Lu and a retired military officer surnamed Mao. Starting in late 109 of the Republic of China calendar, Chen received funding from a Chinese intelligence organization and used relatives to gather classified military information, including details of the Han Kuang exercise. He also traveled to China with Mao to establish an organization and collect defense and military intelligence.
Facts
Starting in late 109 of the Republic of China calendar
Then, starting in 113 of the Republic of China calendar
Nominated for Asian Academy Creative Awards best actor, Hsiao Chuan says film is dedicated to those still pursuing their dreams
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The drama “The Wedding I Owe You” was nominated for 4 major Asian Academy Creative Awards. Actors Hsiao Chuan and Tarcy Su are competing for best actor and best actress, respectively, and expressed gratitude to director Yen Yi-wen and the production team.
上緯 teams up with 艾若颯航太 at exhibition to showcase smart manufacturing applications for drones
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
上緯控股 announced that its subsidiary 上緯綠金能 and 艾若颯航太 will jointly exhibit at the Taichung AI Applications and Smart Manufacturing Exhibition, showcasing recycled materials, drone structural components and core smart flight-control modules, highlighting their cross-sector integration capabilities in green circularity and high-value end applications.
Facts
Material recycling rate of more than 95%
Company with GRS-certified 100% recycled carbon fiber
Mobile phone recycling month kicks off, with 2700 collection points and bonus prize draws
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 環境部 announced that mobile phone recycling month will run from today through the 31st. About 2700 collection points have been set up across Taiwan, with mobile phone brands, telecom operators and retailers offering bonus incentives and prize draws to encourage the proper recycling of old phones.
Facts
About 5 million mobile phones sold in Taiwan each year
Mobile phone recycling month runs from today through the 31st
Land mine blast in inter-Korean DMZ; South Korean president urges Pyongyang to resume dialogue
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A land mine exploded in the Korean Demilitarized Zone, injuring 3 South Korean soldiers. An investigation found that the blast was caused by a North Korean antipersonnel mine. South Korean President Lee Jae-myung called on North Korea to return to dialogue, while South Korea's Defense Ministry demanded an apology. Kim Yo-jong denied responsibility and warned of retaliation.
Vice President Hsiao: 台積電 investment in Kyushu deepens Taiwan-Japan supply chain cooperation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim met with Oita Gov. Kiichiro Sato and others from Japan, saying 台積電's investment in Kyushu deepens Taiwan-Japan supply chain cooperation. Cooperation between the two sides in the economy, industry and supply chains has become an important foundation for their mutual prosperity.
The Ministry of Education has announced early the fields for the 116-year government-funded overseas study examination. Of the 83 fields, 25 are AI-related, with 201 places available.
Facts
25 related to AI (artificial intelligence)
Streamlined to 83 fields
Down from 92 fields previously
A total of 201 places available
151 general government-funded students
10 outstanding students under the scholarship program
10 government-funded students with disabilities
20 government-funded Indigenous students
10 government-funded students studying in New Southbound countries
Precision engineering awards presented in Taichung; Industry Development Administration to help firms enter emerging-industry supply chains
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 5th Precision Engineering Award machining competition was held in Taichung. The Ministry of Economic Affairs' Industry Development Administration said it will establish a matchmaking platform to help small and medium-sized businesses enter emerging-industry supply chains, including satellite communications, AI servers and robotics.
Asian Games spectator stopped from raising Taiwan towel; organizers say staff acted on mistaken understanding
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Nagoya Asian Games Organizing Committee said a spectator was stopped from raising a towel bearing the word “Taiwan” because of a mistaken understanding by on-site staff and the venue manager, and that the action was not part of an official ban.
台灣大 enters corporate green power market, plans renewable electricity retailer
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
台灣大哥大 announced plans to establish a renewable electricity retail company, 台灣大能源, and join the 台灣淨零排放協會. It aims to launch electricity retail services in the 2nd quarter of 2027, helping suppliers and small and medium-sized businesses lower barriers to purchasing green electricity.
Taiwan Bank: Gold market enters traditional peak season in 4th quarter; easing rate hike concerns could pave way for test of US$4,400
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The precious metals department of 台灣銀行 said gold prices fell in September amid inflation and interest rate hike concerns, but the 4th quarter marks the traditional peak season. If expectations of rate hikes ease, gold could test the US$4,300-to-US$4,400-per-ounce range.
和暢 targets NT$25 per share in OTC listing, transforms into smart-space hardware and software integrator
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Industrial computer maker 和暢科技 is tentatively pricing its OTC listing at NT$25 per share and transforming into a smart-space hardware and software integrator, targeting markets such as smart offices and buildings. Revenue in 2025 was NT$786 million, with a high share from exports.
No helicopter support in major fire at Keelung’s Tianwaitian temporary storage site; Hsieh Kuo-liang hopes disaster response will transcend political divides
New Taipei’s Sanxia borough chief candidate accused of vote-buying over LABUBU keychains; released on NT$300,000 bail
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A man surnamed Huang, a candidate for borough chief in Sanxia, New Taipei, was released on NT$300,000 bail after prosecutors searched his premises and questioned him over suspected vote-buying. He allegedly held events during the Dragon Boat Festival and Mid-Autumn Festival and gave away items including LABUBU keychains.
Hualien’s Liyu Lake tourism hotel BOT project put out to tender for the 7th time on 10/1
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The East Rift Valley National Scenic Area Administration issued its 7th tender announcement on October 1 for the Hualien Liyu Lake tourism hotel BOT project. The tender period is 100 days, and private-sector investment in construction must be at least NT$690 million.
Facts
Tender period totals 100 days
Until January 9, 116
Initiated in 112
About 100 meters wide
About 50 meters deep
Total tender area of about 6,813.34 square meters
4,145.34 square meters of commercial land
2,500 square meters of land designated for parking
Tainan reports its 8th imported dengue case; patient fell ill after returning from Vietnam
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Tainan’s Department of Health announced its 8th imported dengue case, involving a woman in her 50s who tested positive after returning from a trip to Vietnam in mid-to-late September. There have been 176 cases nationwide, including 11 local cases and 165 imported cases.
90 years since the CCP’s Long March; officials stage exhibition and air TV drama to reinforce Party history education
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
For the 90th anniversary of the CCP’s Long March, officials are reinforcing Party history education by airing the television series “The Great Long March” on CCTV and holding 2 major special exhibitions at the Museum of the Communist Party of China.
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This year marks 90 years since the CCP completed the Long March
More than 230 documents related to the Long March on display
Zhang Zhengwei dyed his hair gold in pursuit of a gold medal, joking that as it grew out, it turned silver
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Taiwanese compound archer Zhang Zhengwei won the individual silver medal at the Nagoya Asian Games. Before the competition, he dyed his hair gold in hopes of winning gold, joking that as his hair grew out, it turned silver.
Taichung City Government: East District Parent-Child Center expected to open in December; date still to be coordinated
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Taichung City Councilor Chen Yahui questioned the delay in opening the East District Parent-Child Center. The city government said it is expected to open in December, but the exact date is still being coordinated. They also discussed the establishment of long-term care centers and social worker vacancies.
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Expected to open in December
Delayed for more than 1 year
Originally scheduled for completion in October of ROC year 113
The East District currently has 18 community care centers
Village coverage rate: 76.47%
The South District has 29 centers
The central government approved 420 social workers for the Social Affairs Bureau
CUHK uses ginkgo compound to develop drug molecule with potential to treat stroke
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A research team at 香港中文大學 used bilobalide, a natural compound from the ginkgo tree, and molecular editing techniques to develop BB56, a potential drug molecule that could treat stroke, Alzheimer’s disease and other neurological disorders.
Show nominated for Asian Academy Creative Awards; Bai Bingbing excited to bring Taiwanese songs to the world
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Dramas and programs produced and broadcast by 民視 received a total of 7 nominations for the Asian Academy Creative Awards. Bai Bingbing, host of “Super Ice Ice Show,” hopes to take Taiwanese songs to an international audience.
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Received a total of 7 award nominations
A total of 7 other nominations were in news categories
Flu expected to peak, with about 150,000 visits in a single week; publicly funded vaccines available starting 10/1
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The Centers for Disease Control expects this week to be the peak of the flu season, with about 150,000 visits in a single week. Publicly funded flu and COVID-19 vaccines will be available starting Oct. 1, with 7,050,150 publicly funded flu vaccine doses purchased this year.
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About 150,000 visits expected in a single week
A total of 7,050,150 publicly funded flu vaccine doses purchased this year
China’s finance minister: More proactive fiscal policy to be implemented to ensure economic targets
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China’s Finance Minister Lan Fo’an said in an article published on 求是網 that the government will implement a more proactive fiscal policy to ensure it meets its 2026 economic growth target of 4.5% to 5%. Measures include using government bonds, ultra-long-term special treasury bonds and special-purpose bonds to boost domestic demand, and issuing 300 billion yuan in special bonds to help central financial enterprises replenish core Tier 1 capital. He also stressed stronger management of fiscal funding for science and technology and measures to guard against local government debt risks.
Wang Ling-lin bribery case involving prison officials: High Court says quid pro quo unproven, overturns conviction
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In the case involving allegations that 東森集團 President Wang Ling-lin bribed prison officials, the Taiwan High Court ruled on appeal that prosecutors had not provided enough evidence to prove a quid pro quo between the benefits given and specific official acts. It overturned the guilty verdict at trial and acquitted Wang and 7 others; Wu Zaiwei and 3 others remain acquitted.
Xiaoliuqiu medical upgrade results announced; groundbreaking held for Sanlong Temple ramp ahead of King Boat Festival
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屏東縣政府 announced the results of medical upgrades at the Xiaoliuqiu health center outside Sanlong Temple and held a groundbreaking ceremony for renovations to the temple’s ramp. The project is expected to be completed in July next year, in time for the 2027 King Boat Festival.
Facts
The health center currently has 5 doctors providing services
A total of 1,170 people have completed kidney function screening
99 patients with early-stage kidney disease enrolled
57 patients in the pre-dialysis stage
Original超過6成民眾腎功能獲得改善或維持穩定
A total of 1,605 emergency patients served from January through August this year
Only 161 had to be transported by rescue boat
Satisfaction with the attitude and care of nursing and medical staff reached 94.7%
Overall satisfaction with emergency services also reached 86.8%
A total of 2,447 visits served from January through August this year
The number of patients enrolled in home medical care grew 86% this year
The county government invested NT$15,957,000 in the ramp renovation