# AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-01 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 7 of 9

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 648 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 182 items from 6 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 和食さと アルコール・一品にソフトクリームもお得！「ナイト割第3弾」を10/1(木)から開始!!

- Published: 2026-10-01T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001031.000122416.html
- anchor: #n3135720
- Companies mentioned: SRSホールディングス株式会社、和食さと、サトフードサービス株式会社、にぎり長次郎、回転寿司みさき、うまい鮨勘、回転すし北海道、すし弁慶、家族亭、得得、天丼・天ぷら本舗 さん天、宮本むなし、鶏笑、京樽

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.

Facts:
- 202 stores in Japan
- From October 1 (Thursday)
- 21時以降ご入店のお客様限定
- 3 alcoholic drinks
- 3 alcoholic drinks for ¥100
- 9 side dishes
- Half the regular price
- 24時まで営業中

## Announcement of the opening of Open House Development’s Tachikawa and Tsudanuma offices

- Published: 2026-10-01T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001045.000024241.html
- anchor: #n3135719
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オープンハウスグループ、株式会社オープンハウス・ディベロップメント

株式会社オープンハウス・ディベロップメント opened its Tachikawa Office and Tsudanuma Office on Oct. 1, 2026, to manage construction of newly built detached houses.

Facts:
- Oct. 1, 2026
- 2 locations
- 203億1,988万円
- 6,495 employees

## New products from the TV anime “The Mughal Empire’s Courtesan” now available!

- Published: 2026-10-01T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001106.000069812.html
- anchor: #n3135718
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コンテンツシード、秋田書店、天幕のジャードゥーガル製作委員会、THEキャラ

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.

Facts:
- Price: ¥550 (tax included)
- Number of types: 6 in total
- Price: 1,760 yen each (tax included)
- 5 types in total
- Price: ¥2,640 (tax included)
- Price: ¥660 (tax included)
- ※Includes 6 cards
- Oct. 1, 2026, 15:00–Oct. 15, 23:59

## Announcement of the Yamada Points giveaway campaign

- Published: 2026-10-01T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001189.000082557.html
- anchor: #n3135717
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 ヤマダホールディングス、株式会社ハウス・デポ・パートナーズ、ハウス・デポ・パートナーズ

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].”

Facts:
- Equivalent to 0.2% of the loan amount
- From Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Sunday, Feb. 28, 2027

## Yamada NEOBANK home loans and in-person home loans: campaign to award Yamada Points based on the loan amount disbursed

- Published: 2026-10-01T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001190.000082557.html
- anchor: #n3135716
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 ヤマダホールディングス、株式会社ヤマダファイナンスサービス、株式会社ドコモSMTB ネット銀行、ドコモSMTBネット銀行

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.

Facts:
- Equivalent to 0.2% of the loan amount
- Capital: 500 million yen
- Capital: 46,000 million yen

## 【箱根小涌園ユネッサン】10月18日（日）は千葉市民の日！「勝手に千葉市民割！」キャンペーン実施！10/18(日)当日は入場料が1,000円ポッキリで超おトク！

- Published: 2026-10-01T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001213.000001368.html
- anchor: #n3135715
- Companies mentioned: 藤田観光株式会社、箱根小涌園ユネッサン、箱根ホテル小涌園

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)
- Children (ages 3 and up): ¥500 per person
- Approximately 25%–29% off the regular price
- Price: ¥26,950 and up

## [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

- Published: 2026-10-01T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001214.000001368.html
- anchor: #n3135714
- Companies mentioned: 藤田観光株式会社、株式会社博多屋、WHG、佐世保ワシントンホテル、WHGホテルズ、ワシントンホテル、ホテルグレイスリー、ホテルタビノス

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.

Facts:
- The 16th franchise location
- Spring 2028 (planned)
- Will be the 2nd location
- About a 4-minute walk
- About a 1-minute walk
- 106 rooms in total (planned)
- 190 rooms
- Bringing the total to 296 rooms
- In 1948
- In 1952
- In 1955

## 2026年10月10日（土）・11日（日）・12日（月・祝）3日間限定開催！ 箱根で乾杯！「オクトビアーフェス」開催決定！～秋とビールを愉しむ3日間～

- Published: 2026-10-01T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001215.000001368.html
- anchor: #n3135713
- Companies mentioned: 藤田観光株式会社、箱根小涌園、箱根小涌園ユネッサン、ホテル椿山荘東京、箱根ホテル小涌園、箱根小涌園 美山楓林、元湯 森の湯、箱根小涌園 三河屋旅館

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.

Facts:
- Saturday, October 10, 2026
- 14時00分～20時00分
- Number of guest rooms: 150
- Number of guest rooms: 15
- Number of guest rooms: 25
- In 1948
- In 1952
- In 1955

## [rienda] ≠ME’s Hitomi Suzuki makes her first appearance as a model for the October LOOK!

- Published: 2026-10-01T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001224.000014511.html
- anchor: #n3135712
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バロックジャパンリミテッド、rienda、≠ME、SHEL'TTER WEBSTORE、SHEL’TTER PASS

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.

Facts:
- Born April 13, 2001
- Price: ¥19,800 (tax included)
- Price: ¥7,700 (tax included)
- Price: ¥14,300 (tax included)
- Price: ¥15,400 (tax included)
- Price: ¥16,500 (tax included)
- Price: ¥8,800 (tax included)
- Price: ¥9,900 (tax included)
- Price: ¥11,000 (including tax)
- 10% more SHEL'TTER Miles points
- Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026
- Monday, October 12 (national holiday)
- 5 days
- Founded: March 2000
- Securities code 3548

## [ザ ロイヤルパークホテル 京都梅⼩路] Christmas dinner buffet for 3 days only

- Published: 2026-10-01T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001411.000039557.html
- anchor: #n3135711
- Companies mentioned: 三菱地所ホテルズ＆リゾーツ株式会社、ザ ロイヤルパークホテル 京都梅⼩路、ロイヤルパークホテルズ

ザ ロイヤルパークホテル 京都梅小路, operated by 三菱地所ホテルズ＆リゾーツ株式会社, will serve a Christmas dinner buffet for 3 days only, starting Dec. 23, 2026.

Facts:
- For 3 days only
- For 3 days only, starting Wednesday, Dec. 23, 2026
- Adults: ¥5,940
- Operates 25 hotels with 6,397 rooms nationwide

## Chigasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture, and Satofull begin accepting donations for “Tatsumi Fujinami 55th Anniversary of Pro Wrestling Debut” merchandise, exclusively through Satofull

- Published: 2026-10-01T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001419.000025119.html
- anchor: #n3135710
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社さとふる、KONDOU SHOES

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.

Facts:
- 55th anniversary of debut
- Starting Oct. 2, 2026
- Donation amount: ¥1,300,000
- Donation amount: ¥330,000
- Donation amount: ¥180,000
- Donation amount: ¥22,000
- Donation amount: ¥27,000

## 【500台限定・公式通販】小樽洋菓子舗ルタオより、十勝ブランデー「島梟®」熟成30年を使用した大人のクリスマスケーキ「アンブル エ ショコラ」が、10月9日(金)新登場。

- Published: 2026-10-01T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001437.000013125.html
- anchor: #n3135709
- Companies mentioned: 小樽洋菓子舗ルタオ、株式会社ケイシイシイ、池田ワイン城

小樽洋菓子舗ルタオ（株式会社ケイシイシイ）より、十勝ブランデー「島梟®」熟成30年を使用したクリスマスケーキ「アンブル エ ショコラ」が10月9日より500台限定で公式通販開始。

Facts:
- Limited to 500 cakes
- Aged 30 years
- October 9 (Fri.)
- ¥8,640 (tax included)
- 14 cm

## Joins Tohoku University’s “ZERO INSTITUTE,” an industry-academia co-creation platform seeking to bring innovation into society, as a sponsor

- Published: 2026-10-01T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001461.000013943.html
- anchor: #n3135708
- Companies mentioned: キヤノンマーケティングジャパン株式会社、キヤノンMJ、キヤノン

キヤノンマーケティングジャパンは、東北大学が運営する産学共創プラットフォーム「ZERO INSTITUTE」にスポンサー企業として参画し、若手研究者との関係構築や研究成果の社会実装を推進する。

Facts:
- November 2024
- More than 100 people
- September 1, 2025

## “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!

- Published: 2026-10-01T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001639.000030865.html
- anchor: #n3135707
- Companies mentioned: ANYCOLOR株式会社、にじさんじ

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

- Published: 2026-10-01T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001692.000008962.html
- anchor: #n3135706
- Companies mentioned: マネーフォワードホーム株式会社、ME STUDIO

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.

Facts:
- 24 groups in total
- The 9 groups that advanced
- The grand prize is ¥3 million

## Calbee expands the reach of “Harvest Snaps” in North America, moving “Veggie Straws” and “Cheese Puffs” from the produce section to the snack aisle

- Published: 2026-10-01T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001954.000030525.html
- anchor: #n3135705
- Companies mentioned: カルビー株式会社、カルビーグループ

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.

Facts:
- Nov. 2026
- 2035 Vision
- 2013
- On a scale of ¥10 billion annually

## [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

- Published: 2026-10-01T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001961.000009848.html
- anchor: #n3135704
- Companies mentioned: カルチュア・コンビニエンス・クラブ株式会社、梅田 蔦屋書店、兵庫県立大学、HAA

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.

Facts:
- Starting Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Through Sun., Nov. 15
- We will hold 15 themed fairs
- Hours: 8:30–21:00
- A sales floor spanning more than 1,000 tsubo

## [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]

- Published: 2026-10-01T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002265.000080271.html
- anchor: #n3135703
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ナビット

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).

Facts:
- 16th
- 最大1,000万円
- Up to ¥8 million
- Up to 3 million yen
- Application deadline: “Nov. 6, 2026”

## App Store／Google Play向けアプリゲーム 祝！「キングダム 覇道」1周年！新SSR武将「昭王」登場！さらに1周年を記念したお得なキャンペーンも開催！

- Published: 2026-10-01T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002351.000051316.html
- anchor: #n3135702
- 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.

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
- 覇道石×9500
- 英傑登用札×300枚
- 合計300枚の英傑登用札
- 英傑登用札を20枚
- “攻城戦,” featuring up to 30 players vs. 30 players

## 【青森屋】ねぶた七福神 welcome guests! “わっつど開運まつり,” an event inviting good fortune through experiences connected to blessings, returns this year

- Published: 2026-10-01T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002390.000033064.html
- anchor: #n3135701
- Companies mentioned: 青森屋 by 星野リゾート、星野リゾート

青森屋 by 星野リゾート will hold “わっつど開運まつり” from Dec. 3, 2026, to Mar. 7, 2027, offering experiences for good fortune, including ねぶた七福神 and new attractions.

Facts:
- December 3, 2026
- Mar. 7, 2027
- Approximately 2 m tall
- Price: 3,000 yen (tax included)
- 1泊 24,800円〜
- Number of guest rooms: 236

## “RFオンラインネクスト (RF ONLINE NEXT)” to open new booster server “ノヴァ” on Oct. 21 (Wed.); pre-registration begins

- Published: 2026-10-01T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002635.000007736.html
- anchor: #n3135700
- Companies mentioned: ネットマーブル、Netmarble N2 Inc.、Netmarble Corp.、ネットマーブルジャパン株式会社、Kabam、SpinX Games、Jam City、HYBE、NCSOFT、Apple Inc.、Google LLC

ネットマーブル opened the new booster server “ノヴァ” for the MMORPG “RFオンラインネクスト” on Oct. 21 and began pre-registration.

Facts:
- Wednesday, October 21
- 100 summon tickets every day
- Up to 10,000 summon tickets
- A total of 17 “Ctrl+Z coupons”

## 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!

- Published: 2026-10-01T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003863.000013640.html
- anchor: #n3135699
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社小学館、小学館新書

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.

Facts:
- Over 370 million total views on social media
- On sale Oct. 1
- At age 48
- His first 100 km marathon
- At the 65 km point
- List price: 1,210 yen (tax included)
- Shinsho format, 192 pages
- As of July 2026
- Surpassed 370 million views
- Aiming to hold it in 2028
- 東海道五十三次（約500km）
- Cover the distance in 3 days

## 【新宿プリンスホテル】Harmony of Christmas ～A harmonious Christmas Eve～ Share a heartfelt Christmas. Limited-time menu available starting Dec. 19 (Sat.)

- Published: 2026-10-01T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004041.000024668.html
- anchor: #n3135698
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社西武・プリンスホテルズワールドワイド、新宿プリンスホテル

新宿プリンスホテル will offer Christmas-only menus at 3 of its restaurants under the theme “Harmony of Christmas ～響き合う聖夜～” starting Dec. 19, 2026.

Facts:
- Starting Dec. 19, 2026 (Sat.)
- 【Price】￥12,000
- ￥12,000→￥11,000
- 【Price】￥20,000
- Weekdays: ¥7,000
- ￥7,500 on weekends and holidays
- 【Price】￥1,800 and up
- 【Price】From ￥6,500

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-01T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004375.000012759.html
- anchor: #n3135697
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フェリシモ、挨拶状ドットコム、日本アニマルトラスト、環境省

株式会社フェリシモは、10月1日より「にゃん賀状」とのコラボ年賀状2027の販売を開始した。干支の羊と猫を描いた人気絵師4名のデザイン6種類を提供し、注文1枚につき1円が日本アニマルトラストに寄付される。

Facts:
- Oct. 1
- 4 popular illustrators
- 6 original designs
- 1枚につき1円
- Total donations to date: 3,547,642 yen
- 1,964 dogs in 1 year
- 4,866 cats

## 【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

- Published: 2026-10-01T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005137.000002581.html
- anchor: #n3135696
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社DMM.com、DMM、DMMヘルスケア、鹿児島県瀬戸内町、瀬戸内町、DMMオンラインクリニック、DMM.com、DMMプレミアム

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.

Facts:
- More than 60 businesses
- 60.12 million members
- Founded in 1998
- In 2022,
- As of February 2026

## 【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

- Published: 2026-10-01T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005382.000029501.html
- anchor: #n3135695
- Companies mentioned: 吉本興業株式会社、日本文化出版、Amazon

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.

Facts:
- 25th anniversary of her career
- On sale Nov. 10, 2026 (Tue.)
- 9 themes related to “もう”
- List price: 2,500 yen (before tax)

## 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!

- Published: 2026-10-01T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009000.000001719.html
- anchor: #n3135694
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社講談社、TBS、文化放送、twililight、往来堂書店、青山ブックセンター本店、鈴木成一デザイン室

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.

Facts:
- Oct. 1, 2026
- 248 pages
- 1,980 yen
- Born in 1982

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-01T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009458.000002535.html
- anchor: #n3135693
- 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

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

## 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

- Published: 2026-10-01T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009489.000002535.html
- anchor: #n3135692
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社学研ホールディングス、株式会社学研ココファン、株式会社ビーシステム、株式会社フロンティア、フロンティアグループ

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.

Facts:
- 124 group companies
- Revenue: ¥199.1 billion
- Operating in more than 150 countries

## 【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

- Published: 2026-10-01T15:00:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000174003.html
- anchor: #n3135635
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アドキャスト、アドキャスト

株式会社アドキャストは2026年10月1日、不動産コンサルティング体制の強化を目的として「アドキャスト仙川店」と「アドキャスト青山サロン」の2店舗を同時オープンした。

Facts:
- The number of previously undisclosed properties acquired has reached 33,500
- More than 60% of customers who completed a transaction

## The most “spicy and savory” product has been selected! Results of “辛・オブ・ザ・イヤー2026” announced

- Published: 2026-10-01T14:56:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000139175.html
- anchor: #n3135636
- Companies mentioned: 辛メーター株式会社、AFURI、（株）さとう紅商店、ハウス食品、丸大食品株式会社、株式会社四つ葉屋OKAYAMA、株式会社キンレイ、株式会社柚子辛凛、赤い壺Premium Collection、有限会社江木蒲鉾店、金星食品有限会社、辻製油株式会社、株式会社オフィス・タフ、株式会社ヤガイ、株式会社ワンダーリューキュー

辛メーター株式会社は、旨辛・激辛商品のアワード「辛・オブ・ザ・イヤー2026」の結果を発表し、100以上の応募商品から全23商品を選出した。グランプリにはAFURIの柚子辣湯麺と（株）さとう紅商店の吹屋の紅がわらが選ばれた。

Facts:
- Kara of the Year 2026
- More than 100 product entries
- A total of 23 products
- ＜1.43KM＞
- ＜2.23KM＞
- 110,000 spicy food fans
- 500,000 monthly visitors

## 車種から前後タイヤをまとめて検索！カスタムジャパン、バイクタイヤ専門店「タイヤカスタム」をオープン

- Published: 2026-10-01T14:56:32+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000141.000070755.html
- anchor: #n3135637
- 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.

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

## シマント、国土交通省・地域の事業者間連携を通じた物流生産性向上推進事業へ採択。適正なサービスと利潤を確保できる仕組みの構築に向けたトラックディスパッチ推進協議会を設置。

- Published: 2026-10-01T14:55:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000027.000028636.html
- anchor: #n3135638
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シマント、国土交通省、GO株式会社、国分首都圏株式会社、西濃運輸株式会社、株式会社ナカノ商会、株式会社丸和運輸機関、株式会社タイセイ物流、有限会社アスリート

株式会社シマントが代表幹事をつとめる「トラックディスパッチ推進協議会」が、国土交通省の物流生産性向上推進事業へ採択された。GO株式会社が共同事務局を務め、荷主や物流事業者と共に輸送計画の最適化や原価可視化を通じた適正運賃の実現を目指す。

Facts:
- 3 other companies
- 西濃運輸株式会社、株式会社ナカノ商会、株式会社丸和運輸機関、株式会社タイセイ物流
- 1 other company
- [Fiscal 2027]
- [Fiscal 2028 onward]

## 【技術指向型中小企業・スタートアップを支援】2026年度第1回研究開発助成金交付プロジェクト5件/1500万円の交付を決定。三菱UFJ技術育成財団

- Published: 2026-10-01T14:55:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000172553.html
- anchor: #n3135639
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人三菱ＵＦＪ技術育成財団、三菱UFJ技術育成財団、ImVisionLabs（株）、（株）QioN、タイムプレ（株）、Human Physical Intelligence（株）、（株）VISION IV、（株）三菱UFJ銀行

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.

Facts:
- 5 projects
- 77
- Up to 3 million yen
- 1 billion yen

## 海外レンタルWiFiの「アクロスWiFi」、5G対応エリアを24商品へ拡充。出張向けニーズに対応

- Published: 2026-10-01T14:55:32+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000189590.html
- anchor: #n3135640
- Companies mentioned: スマートリンク株式会社、アクロスWiFi、Across WiFi、ローソン

スマートリンク株式会社が運営する「アクロスWiFi」は、出張向けニーズに対応するため、5G対応エリアを24商品へ拡充した。1日1,550円〜の価格設定と衛生面への配慮が特徴。

Facts:
- 24 products in total
- 5G 1日約3,200円水準
- 1日1,550円〜
- Approximately 98% of customers

## ドコモSMTBネット銀行、「ドコモの銀行誕生祭 お友だち紹介キャンペーン～紹介してエントリーするだけ！今だけ500円上乗せ～」実施のお知らせ

- Published: 2026-10-01T14:54:59+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000631.000037968.html
- anchor: #n3135641
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ドコモSMTBネット銀行、ドコモSMTBネット銀行

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Facts:
- We will give away up to 15,000 yen
- 1名紹介につき500円
- Up to 10 people
- Referred customers: 500 yen
- Campaign to split up to 1 billion points

## “Pro Soccer Clubをつくろう！2026” holds a “Premium SP Player Scout” featuring French players!

- Published: 2026-10-01T14:53:50+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007719.000005397.html
- anchor: #n3135642
- 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

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
- 1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

## 45 years since founding; WORLD WING enters a new chapter

- Published: 2026-10-01T14:52:06+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000129839.html
- anchor: #n3135643
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ワールドウィングエンタープライズ、高雄長庚紀念病院、長庚醫療財團法人高雄長庚紀念醫院

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
- Since its founding in 1981
- 2015年、台湾の「高雄長庚紀念病院(長庚醫療財團法人高雄長庚紀念醫院)」にB.M.L.T.カムマシンを設置
- The results have also been published in 2 English-language academic papers
- The International Conference on Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology (i-CREATe) in November 2025
- The Taiwan Society of Sports Medicine in July 2026
- Opening of WORLD WING Yokohama (planned for November 2026)

## Announces results of a demonstration in Taiwan on remotely monitoring crop growth

- Published: 2026-10-01T14:51:36+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000148995.html
- anchor: #n3135644
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NTTアグリテクノロジー、國立宜蘭大學、ThroughTek Co., Ltd.、TUTK

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.

Facts:
- July–September 2026

## Spectator information for Round 7 of the 2026 MFJ All Japan Trial Championship Series, Wakayama-Yuasa event

- Published: 2026-10-01T14:49:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000047.000152706.html
- anchor: #n3135645
- Companies mentioned: 一般財団法人日本モーターサイクルスポーツ協会、MFJ、株式会社モトスポーツプロモーション、チケットぴあ、ローチケ

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.

Facts:
- 2026 MFJ All Japan Trial Championship Series
- Round 7
- October 25 (Sun)
- 2,500 yen (tax included)
- 3,000 yen (tax included)

## Introduction of an off-site corporate PPA service by 東北ヒロセ電機株式会社

- Published: 2026-10-01T14:48:44+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000114.000128398.html
- anchor: #n3135646
- Companies mentioned: 東北ヒロセ電機株式会社、東北電力株式会社、株式会社ウエストホールディングス、株式会社ウエストエネルギーソリューション、一関ヒロセ電機株式会社、郡山ヒロセ電機株式会社、ヒロセ電機グループ

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?

- Published: 2026-10-01T14:48:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000191417.html
- anchor: #n3135647
- Companies mentioned: 有限会社石川工務店、株式会社mametto、株式会社GO QUEST、Apple、Amazon、Aqara、SwitchBot

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.

Facts:
- Shimane Prefecture’s aging rate is 34.2%
- Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026
- Founded in Izumo in 1968 (Showa 43)

## 大広 鬼木美和が新刊上梓 『なぜ、あの人はいつも応援されるのか 会社にいても、「自分らしさ」を発揮できるパーソナル・ブランディング』

- Published: 2026-10-01T14:47:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000219.000042292.html
- anchor: #n3135648
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社大広、大広、株式会社時事通信出版局、時事通信出版局、時事通信社

Miwa Oniki of 株式会社大広 has published a new book on personal branding, “Why Are Some People Always Supported?”, through 時事通信出版局.

Facts:
- List price: 2,200 yen (tax included)
- For the following １０ years
- Published in 2024
- Release date: October 1, 2026

## [Media Invitation] Thailand debut of “TSUTAYA BOOKSTORE One Bangkok”: Grand Opening Ceremony and Media Preview

- Published: 2026-10-01T14:46:42+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001712.000018760.html
- anchor: #n3135649
- 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.

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

## [きたの風茶寮] Special Event Announcement: October 8 marks the 15th anniversary of its opening

- Published: 2026-10-01T14:45:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002129.000019483.html
- anchor: #n3135650
- Companies mentioned: 野口観光マネジメント株式会社、きたの風茶寮、和乃オーベルジュ

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.

Facts:
- 15th anniversary
- Oct. 8, 2026

## [Selected by toy specialists] Draw out children’s imagination! “Feel-Good Cubes Poton” wins Good Toy 2026

- Published: 2026-09-30T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000075.000079661.html
- anchor: #n3135843
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エド・インター、NPO法人芸術と遊び創造協会、東京おもちゃ美術館、GENI[ジェニ]

株式会社エド・インター’s educational toy “Feel-Good Cubes Poton” has won the “Good Toy 2026” award from NPO法人芸術と遊び創造協会.

Facts:
- Good Toy 2026
- Sales began in November 2024
- Retail price: 5,500 yen (tax included)
- Recommended age: 1.5 years and up
- Established: November 1988
- Capital: 10,000 thousand yen

## Featuring a strategy guide to “Splatoon Raiders” and more: Enjoy games even more with “Television Game Magazine November 2026,” on sale 10/1

- Published: 2026-09-24T17:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000020217.000007006.html
- anchor: #n3135844
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KADOKAWA Game Linkage、株式会社KADOKAWA、Nintendo、PONOS Corp.

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

## Chinese fishing boats repeatedly cross the boundary; Penghu Coast Guard detains 2 vessels for prosecution on 2 consecutive days

- Published: 2026-10-01T17:50:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610010255.aspx
- anchor: #n3139050
- Companies mentioned: 中央社

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
- A total of 3 vessels detained

## 銘傳大學 near Beishi Science Park joins forces with 輝達 and 戴爾 to train AI talent

- Published: 2026-10-01T17:47:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610010254.aspx
- anchor: #n3139051
- Companies mentioned: 銘傳大學、輝達、Nvidia、戴爾、Dell

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。

Facts:
- More than 30 computers
- GeForce RTX 5090

## 亞運網球女雙闖4強保底銅牌 謝淑薇直言賽程不合理

- Published: 2026-10-01T17:46:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610010253.aspx
- anchor: #n3139052
- Companies mentioned: 中央社

台灣網球選手謝淑薇與梁恩碩在名古屋亞運女雙8強戰勝地主組合，晉級4強並保底銅牌。謝淑薇賽後批評因降雨導致賽程安排不合理，如單日首尾場次間隔過長。

Facts:
- 6-2
- 3-6
- 10-0
- 3 sets
- Bronze medal
- 1151001

## Crude oil prices rise nearly 29% in a month; 印度財政部 says economy may face risks

- Published: 2026-10-01T17:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610010252.aspx
- anchor: #n3139053
- Companies mentioned: 印度財政部、新德里電視台、NDTV、印度石油規劃暨分析中心、Petroleum Planning & Analysis Cell、中央社

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。

Facts:
- A monthly increase of 28.66%
- US$90.19 per barrel
- US$116.04 per barrel
- Tariffs as high as 100%

## 9月六都建物移轉棟數年增1成 全年有望微幅成長

- Published: 2026-10-01T17:44:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610010251.aspx
- anchor: #n3139054
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台灣房屋趨勢中心、住商不動產企劃研究室、信義房屋不動產企研室、台灣房屋集團趨勢中心

六都9月建物移轉棟數年增1成，前9月年減幅收斂至0.1%，房仲業者認為在青安3.0上路及央行鬆綁管制下，市場買氣回穩，全年有望微幅成長。

Facts:
- A total of 17,945 property transfers in Taiwan’s 6 special municipalities in September
- Up 14.1% month over month
- Up 11.6% year over year
- The 6 special municipalities recorded a cumulative 151,612 transfers in the first 9 months
- Down just 0.1% year over year
- Loan applications generally take 3 to 6 weeks from submission to disbursement
- 央行針對自然人第2戶房貸放寬至7成

## Harbor City Cup sustainable seafood competition kicks off, with more than 300 contestants taking part

- Published: 2026-10-01T17:33:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610010248.aspx
- anchor: #n3139018
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中央訊息、海洋委員會、中華民國國際調酒協會、中華民國國際餐飲協會、台鋁、IBA

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。

Facts:
- 12th
- 27 universities and colleges
- 16 senior high and vocational schools
- 15 food service businesses
- More than 300 contestants
- Nearly 26 years
- More than a hundred international medals
- 4 world championship titles

## Science camp in Laiyi Township, Pingtung, teaches children Paiwan wisdom about the mountains and forests

- Published: 2026-10-01T17:31:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610010247.aspx
- anchor: #n3138948
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、屏東縣來義鄉傳統狩獵文化協會、古樓國小、來義鄉公所、林業及自然保育署、國立屏東科技大學、古樓青年會

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。

Facts:
- September 30
- 1151001

## Tom Cruise’s new film “The Digger” reportedly pulled from Hong Kong release over sensitive content

- Published: 2026-10-01T17:30:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610010246.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4216058-en.html
- anchor: #n3138949
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、香港01、星島日報

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。

Facts:
- The 1st
- The 2nd
- 1151001

## Labor funds post NT$2.3 trillion in returns in first 8 months; 5 months rank among top 5 for monthly returns

- Published: 2026-10-01T17:26:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610010245.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4216059-en.html
- anchor: #n3138950
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、勞動部勞動基金運用局

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。

Facts:
- NT$2.3227 trillion
- NT$9.1092 trillion
- 29.45%
- NT$1.1177 trillion
- NT$366.7 billion
- NT$1.1047 trillion
- NT$586 billion
- NT$418.4 billion
- NT$394.6 billion
- 6.98%
- 3.9%

## Report: Swiss glaciers lose more than 5% of their ice this year; nearly 1/5 lost over past 5 years

- Published: 2026-10-01T17:24:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610010244.aspx
- anchor: #n3138951
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、路透社、瑞士冰川監測網、GLAMOS、瑞士科學院冰凍圈觀察委員會、Swiss Commission for Cryosphere Observation of the Swiss Academy

A report said Swiss glaciers lost more than 5% of their ice this year and have lost nearly 1/5 over the past 5 years, threatening water resources。

Facts:
- Glaciers lost more than 5% of their ice this year
- Swiss glaciers have lost nearly 1/5 of their ice over the past 5 years
- Swiss glaciers lose more than 5% of their ice in 2026
- The average thickness of Glacier de Tsanfleuron fell by more than 4 meters
- Swiss glaciers lost a total of about 2.2 trillion liters of water

## 仁寶 advances AI smart manufacturing and management, wins 2 Digital Transformation Awards

- Published: 2026-10-01T17:23:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610010243.aspx
- anchor: #n3138854
- Companies mentioned: 仁寶、中央社

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
- About 80 to 100 component categories
- Reduced by more than 90%

## 陳亭妃 campaigns in Penghu, hoping to elect the first female mayor and county magistrate in Tainan and Penghu in 400 years

- Published: 2026-10-01T17:23:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610010242.aspx
- anchor: #n3138855
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、交通部

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
- Just 3 round trips offered daily

## White camp blames delay in school lunch legislation; Green camp says it stems from Blue-White changes to fiscal allocation law

- Published: 2026-10-01T17:21:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610010241.aspx
- anchor: #n3138856
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、民進黨、民眾黨、國民黨、教育部、國教署、行政院、立法院、一手中新聞APP

九合一選舉倒數，民進黨與民眾黨就營養午餐專法延宕問題互相指責。民眾黨團呼籲國民黨團盡速安排協商以通過法案；民進黨則指控藍白惡修財政收支劃分法導致中央地方收支失衡，進而影響專法推動。

Facts:
- Key News of the 2026 Nine-in-One Elections
- Reviewed 6 times
- ROC year 113
- Delayed by 2 years
- 1151001

## Social media post shows resident bringing pork back to Taiwan; 防檢署 investigates and fines violator NT$200,000

- Published: 2026-10-01T17:21:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610010240.aspx
- anchor: #n3138857
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、農業部動植物防疫檢疫署、防檢署、防檢署高雄分署、屏東縣警察局

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。

Facts:
- Entered Taiwan from China on September 27

## 中油 freezes bottled gas prices in October to help stabilize prices

- Published: 2026-10-01T17:16:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610010239.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4216011-en.html
- anchor: #n3138858
- Companies mentioned: 台灣中油、中油、中央社

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

## 味全龍 prepare for Taiwan Series against 3 opponents; Tseng Jen-ho will not return in time

- Published: 2026-10-01T17:14:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610010238.aspx
- anchor: #n3138850
- Companies mentioned: 味全龍、中央社、中華職棒、U23世界盃台灣隊、列特博生技棒球隊、合作金庫棒球隊

味全龍隊取得中華職棒年度第1直抵台灣大賽，安排與U23世界盃台灣隊、列特博生技棒球隊及合作金庫棒球隊進行練習賽；投手曾仁和因肩膀夾擠恐趕不上大賽，野手吉力吉撈．鞏冠狀態待評估。

Facts:
- No. 1 in the regular season
- 3 teams
- Sept. 21

## Retired Air Force sergeant accused of spying on Han Kuang exercise aircraft; 3 charged in Chinese espionage case

- Published: 2026-10-01T17:12:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610010237.aspx
- anchor: #n3138851

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
- In June this year
- The investigation was concluded on Oct. 1

## U.S. state lawmaker: Taiwan-U.S. ties vital, creating opportunities for economic development

- Published: 2026-10-01T17:12:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610010236.aspx
- anchor: #n3138852
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、全美議會交流理事會、ALEC、外交部、世界台灣商會聯合總會、世總、僑委會

全美議會交流理事會（ALEC）訪問團抵台，外交部政務次長陳明祺款宴並感謝其持續通過友台決議；堪薩斯州眾議員普羅克特強調台美關係對經濟發展之重要性。此外，陳明祺亦接待世界台灣商會聯合總會新任總會長溫嵐珠一行，肯定台商在外交與經貿拓展上之貢獻。

Facts:
- A delegation of 11 people
- 33rd
- Resolution 2758

## Nominated for Asian Academy Creative Awards best actor, Hsiao Chuan says film is dedicated to those still pursuing their dreams

- Published: 2026-10-01T17:10:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202610010235.aspx
- anchor: #n3138743
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中央通訊社

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.

Facts:
- 4 major awards
- 1151001

## Chiang Han volunteers to continue pitching in suspended game, adding uncertainty to bid for CPBL's lowest ERA

- Published: 2026-10-01T17:09:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610010234.aspx
- anchor: #n3138744
- Companies mentioned: 中華職業棒球大聯盟、味全龍隊、統一7-ELEVEn獅隊、中央社

味全龍隊總教練葉君璋表示，防禦率王蔣銲自願在保留比賽中續投，以挑戰中職最低防禦率紀錄。

Facts:
- Chiang Han is expected to throw 90 pitches
- Chiang Han currently has a 1.36 ERA
- Hsiao Jen-wen set the CPBL season record for lowest ERA at 1.40 in 2001

## 上緯 teams up with 艾若颯航太 at exhibition to showcase smart manufacturing applications for drones

- Published: 2026-10-01T17:09:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610010233.aspx
- anchor: #n3138745
- Companies mentioned: 上緯控股、上緯綠金能、艾若颯航太、中央社

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: 2026-10-01T17:07:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610010232.aspx
- anchor: #n3138746
- Companies mentioned: 環境部、中央社、京站購物中心

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
- About 2700 collection points set up this year

## Land mine blast in inter-Korean DMZ; South Korean president urges Pyongyang to resume dialogue

- Published: 2026-10-01T17:06:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610010231.aspx
- anchor: #n3138747
- Companies mentioned: 中央社

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.

Facts:
- Injuring 3 South Korean soldiers
- The explosion occurred on Sept. 21
- One person lost a foot

## New Taiwan dollar rises 1 cent to close at NT$31.842

- Published: 2026-10-01T17:05:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610010230.aspx
- anchor: #n3138748

The U.S. dollar closed at NT$31.842 on the Taipei foreign exchange market, up 1 cent, with turnover of US$1.946 billion.

Facts:
- NT$31.842
- Up 1 cent
- US$1.946 billion

## Vice President Hsiao: 台積電 investment in Kyushu deepens Taiwan-Japan supply chain cooperation

- Published: 2026-10-01T17:04:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610010229.aspx
- anchor: #n3138749
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台積電

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.

Facts:
- About 10 years ago

## Countdown to Tainan rail line's underground opening; excavated heritage remains on display

- Published: 2026-10-01T17:02:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202610010228.aspx
- anchor: #n3138742
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、交通部鐵道局、台南市文化資產管理處

The 交通部鐵道局 is exhibiting 20 heritage remains excavated along the Tainan railway undergrounding project. The exhibition runs through Nov. 22.

Facts:
- 20 heritage remains
- As long as 5.1 meters
- After the Tainan section of Taiwan's north-south railway opened in 1900
- Exhibition runs through Nov. 22

## 公費留考學門領域提前公布 25學門與AI相關

- Published: 2026-10-01T16:59:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610010227.aspx
- anchor: #n3138739

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: 2026-10-01T16:59:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610010226.aspx
- anchor: #n3138740
- Companies mentioned: 菁選獎金舜精密有限公司、名將機械有限公司、傳祐精密有限公司、榮隆鐵工廠、佳泰企業社、鴻展鐵工廠、翌銘興業有限公司、詮富精密工業有限公司

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.

Facts:
- 5th edition
- 4 consecutive days

## Asian Games spectator stopped from raising Taiwan towel; organizers say staff acted on mistaken understanding

- Published: 2026-10-01T16:57:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610010225.aspx
- anchor: #n3138741
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、日本放送協會、NHK、國際奧林匹克委員會、IOC

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.

Facts:
- Sept. 25.
- September 29
- September 26

## 台灣大 enters corporate green power market, plans renewable electricity retailer

- Published: 2026-10-01T16:56:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610010224.aspx
- anchor: #n3138602
- Companies mentioned: 台灣大哥大、台灣大能源、台灣淨零排放協會、台灣永續能源研究基金會

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.

Facts:
- Q2 2027
- Nearly 19%
- For 5 consecutive years

## 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: 2026-10-01T16:55:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610010223.aspx
- anchor: #n3138603
- Companies mentioned: 台灣銀行、聯準會、Fed

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.

Facts:
- US$4,470 per ounce
- Dipped to US$4,110 at month-end
- Rose to a high of more than 5%
- Test the US$4,300-to-US$4,400 range
- Retest support at US$4,100

## 和暢 targets NT$25 per share in OTC listing, transforms into smart-space hardware and software integrator

- Published: 2026-10-01T16:52:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610010222.aspx
- anchor: #n3138604
- Companies mentioned: 和暢科技、恩智浦、聯發科、Apple

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.

Facts:
- Revenue reached NT$786 million
- Up about 26% year over year
- Earnings per share of NT$2.68
- The Americas account for about 20%
- Europe accounts for about 48%

## No helicopter support in major fire at Keelung’s Tianwaitian temporary storage site; Hsieh Kuo-liang hopes disaster response will transcend political divides

- Published: 2026-10-01T16:51:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610010221.aspx
- anchor: #n3136426
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、空勤總隊、台灣自來水公司

基隆天外天暫存場大火，消防局申請空勤總隊直升機支援因時間評估不適合而未獲支援。市長謝國樑盼中央與地方不分你我共同救災；廠商若確認有疏失最高可罰500萬元。

Facts:
- About 1,700 discarded spring mattresses
- More than 14 hours of rescue efforts
- NT$5 million
- NT$500,000 in funding
- NT$1 million in funding

## 日勝生啟動接班計畫 林華駿接任日鼎水務董事長

- Published: 2026-10-01T16:49:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610010220.aspx
- anchor: #n3136427
- Companies mentioned: 日勝生、日鼎水務、京站百貨、加賀屋飯店

日勝生啟動集團接班計畫，副董事長林華駿接任子公司日鼎水務董事長，象徵集團邁向第二代經營與專業經理人共同治理的新階段。

Facts:
- 2021年升任日勝生副董事長
- (Editor: Huang Guolun) 1151001

## Yuanta High Dividend 0056 to go ex-dividend on 10/22, paying a record 1.72 per share

- Published: 2026-10-01T16:49:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610010219.aspx
- anchor: #n3136428
- Companies mentioned: 元大投信、元大高股息ETF、證交所、元大台灣50、國泰永續高股息

元大投信公告0056元大高股息ETF於10/22除息，預估每股配發1.72元創新高，年化殖利率約12.1%；該基金資產規模達8022億元，為台灣高股息ETF龍頭。

Facts:
- Annualized yield of about 12.1%
- This quarter’s ex-dividend date is October 22
- Latest assets under management: NT$802.2 billion
- Latest number of beneficiaries: about 1.6613 million

## New Taipei’s Sanxia borough chief candidate accused of vote-buying over LABUBU keychains; released on NT$300,000 bail

- Published: 2026-10-01T16:47:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610010218.aspx
- anchor: #n3136429
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、內政部警政署刑事警察局、新北市警察局三峽分局、新北地檢署

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.

Facts:
- Released on NT$300,000 bail
- More than ten people questioned

## Changhua sees first local dengue cluster in 3 years; 2 cases live just 110 meters apart

- Published: 2026-10-01T16:46:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610010217.aspx
- anchor: #n3136430
- Companies mentioned: 疾管署、衛生福利部疾病管制署、中央社

彰化縣新增1例本土登革熱病例，其居住地與今年首例個案僅距110公尺，初步研判為社區群聚事件。疾管署已派機動防疫隊支援防治，並提醒民眾落實防蚊措施。

Facts:
- Just 110 meters apart
- Man in his 60s
- 34 personnel deployments
- 544 water-holding containers found
- 70 containers tested positive
- 21 inspection records issued
- 178 cases reported across Taiwan
- Of these, 12 are local cases
- 10 cases in Kaohsiung City
- 2 cases in Changhua County
- Another 166 imported cases
- Vietnam (43 cases)
- Indonesia (29 cases)
- The Philippines (20 cases)
- Below the 188 cases recorded over the same period in 2025

## Hualien’s Liyu Lake tourism hotel BOT project put out to tender for the 7th time on 10/1

- Published: 2026-10-01T16:44:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610010216.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4215442-en.html
- anchor: #n3136431
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、交通部觀光署花東縱谷國家風景區管理處、財政部促參司、內政部、花蓮縣政府

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
- One pier of about 168 square meters
- License period totals 50 years
- Including a 5-year construction period
- 45-year operating period
- Must be no less than NT$690 million
- 10-year extension
- Or a 20-year incentive

## 日職廣島鯉魚毒品風暴 小園海斗等4人未獲續約

- Published: 2026-10-01T16:41:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610010215.aspx
- anchor: #n3136425
- Companies mentioned: 中央訊息、中央社、中日體育、日本放送協會、NHK、讀賣新聞、體育報知、廣島鯉魚隊、廣島鯉魚、球團

日本職棒廣島鯉魚隊因「喪屍煙彈」毒品風暴，宣布不與內野手小園海斗、矢野雅哉、前川誠太及外野手田村俊介4人續約。此舉源於前選手羽月隆太郎涉毒被判有罪並指稱隊友涉案，球團雖無法確認該4人使用毒品，但因調查期間出現矛盾處等因素認為難以建立信任關係而決定解約。

Facts:
- Class 1 narcotic
- 2025 Central League
- March this year
- Sept. 25.
- July this year
- 2024
- 2025 season
- At least 100 games played

## Chinese research vessel lingers near Batanes; Philippines sends ships and aircraft to drive it away

- Published: 2026-10-01T16:38:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610010214.aspx
- anchor: #n3136380
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、路透社、菲律賓海岸防衛隊、PCG、中國駐馬尼拉大使館

菲律賓海岸防衛隊派出最大艦艇與飛機，驅離徘徊在巴丹群島外海接近台灣海域的中國科研船「嘉海科7」，並警告中國海警船勿介入。

Facts:
- The largest 1 vessel has been deployed
- The vessel is 97 meters long
- Since September 28
- About 37.84 nautical miles away
- Within about 100 yards of the Chinese research ship Jiahaike 7

## 三星手機平板再調漲 估記憶體需求熱到明年底

- Published: 2026-10-01T16:37:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610010213.aspx
- anchor: #n3136381
- Companies mentioned: 三星、台灣三星電子、蘋果

受AI推升記憶體需求影響，三星宣布手機及平板售價調漲，預估記憶體需求熱度將延續至明年底，並對台灣市場明年銷售額年增雙位數成長抱持樂觀態度。

Facts:
- Overall tablet sales in Taiwan rose 7.5% year over year in the first 8 months of 2026
- Prices for this generation are about NT$5,000 higher than those of the previous 2 generations
- 今年前9月三星在台灣平板銷售量與銷售額皆較去年同期成長超過20%
- The S12 series could deliver double-digit sales revenue growth over the previous tablet generation
- Sales volume grew 5%
- The increase is estimated at about NT$3,000 to NT$5,000
- Sales are currently growing at an annual rate of 3 times
- Z系列較前一代年成長3成

## Tainan reports its 8th imported dengue case; patient fell ill after returning from Vietnam

- Published: 2026-10-01T16:34:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610010212.aspx
- anchor: #n3136379
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中央通訊社、一手新聞

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.

Facts:
- 8th case
- Woman in her 50s
- September 19 to 24
- Dengue virus type 1
- 176 cases in total
- 11 local cases
- 165 imported cases

## 90 years since the CCP’s Long March; officials stage exhibition and air TV drama to reinforce Party history education

- Published: 2026-10-01T16:30:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610010211.aspx
- anchor: #n3136375
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中國央視、新華社、澎湃新聞、中國國家廣播電視總局、北京市委宣傳部

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.

Facts:
- This year marks 90 years since the CCP completed the Long March
- More than 230 documents related to the Long March on display
- The second exhibition features 273 items

## Zhang Zhengwei dyed his hair gold in pursuit of a gold medal, joking that as it grew out, it turned silver

- Published: 2026-10-01T16:27:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610010210.aspx
- anchor: #n3136376
- Companies mentioned: 中央社

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.

Facts:
- 22-year-old Zhang Zhengwei
- Won the individual silver medal
- Won the mixed doubles bronze medal
- Men’s team bronze medal
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## Taichung City Government: East District Parent-Child Center expected to open in December; date still to be coordinated

- Published: 2026-10-01T16:26:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610010209.aspx
- anchor: #n3136377
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、民主進步黨、台中市政府、台中市議會、中市府社會局

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.

Facts:
- 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
- 44 positions remain vacant
- Another 16 centers are in preparation
- There are now 541 long-term care centers citywide
- 社工進用率近9成

## Yawata mayor takes maternity leave in first-of-its-kind move, named to TIME’s 100 Next list

- Published: 2026-10-01T16:25:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610010208.aspx
- anchor: #n3136378
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、美國「時代」雜誌、日本時事通信社

美國「時代」雜誌公布下一代百大人物，日本京都府八幡市市長川田翔子入選領袖類別。她於2023年以33歲成為日本最年輕女性市長，並於今年7月開始休產假，為日本現任女性地方首長中首位休產假者，此舉凸顯日本職業女性面臨的壓力。

Facts:
- 36-year-old Shoko Kawada, mayor of Yawata in Kyoto Prefecture
- Shoko Kawada became Japan’s youngest female mayor at age 33 in 2023
- Began maternity leave in July this year
- Gave birth to a baby girl in September

## CUHK uses ginkgo compound to develop drug molecule with potential to treat stroke

- Published: 2026-10-01T16:21:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610010207.aspx
- anchor: #n3136361
- Companies mentioned: 香港中文大學、中央社

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.

Facts:
- More than 3 billion people

## Show nominated for Asian Academy Creative Awards; Bai Bingbing excited to bring Taiwanese songs to the world

- Published: 2026-10-01T16:17:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202610010206.aspx
- anchor: #n3136362
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、民視

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.

Facts:
- 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

- Published: 2026-10-01T16:15:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610010205.aspx
- anchor: #n3136350
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、衛生福利部疾病管制署、衛福部

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.

Facts:
- About 150,000 visits expected in a single week
- A total of 7,050,150 publicly funded flu vaccine doses purchased this year
- Nearly 4,000 contracted clinics nationwide

## China’s finance minister: More proactive fiscal policy to be implemented to ensure economic targets

- Published: 2026-10-01T16:14:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610010204.aspx
- anchor: #n3136351
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、求是網

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.

Facts:
- The 2026 economic growth target is “4.5% to 5%”
- Issue 300 billion yuan in special bonds

## Wang Ling-lin bribery case involving prison officials: High Court says quid pro quo unproven, overturns conviction

- Published: 2026-10-01T16:13:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610010203.aspx
- anchor: #n3136352
- Companies mentioned: 東森集團、中央社

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.

Facts:
- 王令麟 and 7 others
- Wu Zaiwei and 3 others
- 2 years and 2 months each
- A total sentence of 16 years
- Zhao Chongzhi: 11 years and 8 months
- Zu Xinghua: 11 years
- After 7 years
- Sentenced to 3 years and 10 months

## Xiaoliuqiu medical upgrade results announced; groundbreaking held for Sanlong Temple ramp ahead of King Boat Festival

- Published: 2026-10-01T16:12:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610010202.aspx
- anchor: #n3136353
- Companies mentioned: 屏東縣政府、高雄醫學大學、中央社

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
- 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

## Strong chip stock gains lift Nikkei, which closes up more than 3%

- Published: 2026-10-01T16:10:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610010201.aspx
- anchor: #n3136354
- Companies mentioned: 中央訊息、中央社、美光科技、Micron Technology

Driven by an upbeat outlook from 美光科技, semiconductor stocks surged, sending the Nikkei 225 up more than 3% at the close. The TOPIX also ended higher.

Facts:
- More than 3%
- 2,203 points
- 3.30%
- 68,956.72 points
- 23.33 points
- 0.57%
- 4131.98