Chinese hackers impersonate former U.S. officials in attempt to steal AI experts’ emails
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Cybersecurity firm Proofpoint said a Chinese hacking group codenamed TA419 has, since 2025, impersonated former U.S. officials and AI experts in attempts to steal email addresses and passwords belonging to staff at think tanks, universities and other institutions.
Facts
Regularly attempted to steal information as early as 2025
Involved fewer than 10 people working at a small number of organizations
Car plunges down embankment on Miaoli County Road 61 late at night; man rescued, charged after alcohol test
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A car plunged down an embankment on Miaoli County Road 61 in Dahu Township late at night. The driver, a man surnamed Liu, was rescued and tested positive for alcohol. Police referred him for prosecution on suspicion of endangering public safety.
Peng Chi-ming advocates low-carbon living from the dining table, urges people to eat more locally grown vegetables
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Environment Minister Peng Chi-ming advocated promoting net-zero green living from the dining table, encouraging people to eat more locally grown vegetables to support health, reduce carbon emissions and cut food waste. He also suggested a shift in eating habits: “Eat vegetarian on regular days, and eat meat on the first and fifteenth days of the lunar month.”
Trump-Xi talks on World War II history aim to divide U.S.-Japan alliance and erase Republic of China’s contributions, says Liang Wen-chieh
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Mainland Affairs Council Deputy Minister Liang Wen-chieh said the Chinese Communist Party’s discussion of World War II history during the Trump-Xi talks was intended to divide the U.S.-Japan alliance and erase the Republic of China’s record and contributions.
Facts
In 2017, the Chinese Communist Party began calling it the “14-year war of resistance”
The Chinese Communist Party’s contribution to the war through resistance behind enemy lines was only 5%
The remaining 95% of the contribution came from the Republic of China
The Chinese Communist Party immediately fought a 3-year war in Korea against the United States
7 students feel unwell after middle school student in Tainan accidentally steps on pepper spray while playing
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A student at a middle school in Tainan accidentally stepped on pepper spray while playing in a classroom, leaving 7 students feeling unwell and taken to hospital as a precaution. After examinations found their vital signs stable, they returned to class.
Facts
Leaving 7 students feeling unwell
1 teacher rested briefly and was not taken to hospital
Taiwan stocks hit a record high as the New Taiwan dollar’s decline narrowed; it turned higher late in the session to close at 31.842
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan stocks hit a record closing high, while the New Taiwan dollar weakened under pressure from a strong U.S. dollar. After late-session intervention by the central bank, it rebounded to close at 31.842.
Execution of female inmate unsuccessful; Tennessee halts remaining executions in 2026
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
After Tennessee failed to execute inmate Parker by lethal injection, Gov. Bill Lee announced a halt to the state's remaining executions in 2026 and ordered an independent review.
Facts
First execution of a woman in 200 years
Killed a classmate 30 years ago
Sutton, convicted of murder, was scheduled for Dec. 3
Chou Chia-sheng honored as Golden Horse Outstanding Filmmaker for color grading films including The Pig, the Snake and the Pigeon
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 63rd Golden Horse Awards announced its nominees and named colorist Chou Chia-sheng the Outstanding Taiwanese Filmmaker of the Year, recognizing his work on The Pig, the Snake and the Pigeon and many other films.
Chinese restaurant named “Xi Jinping” vandalized with paint; South Korean court approves arrest warrant
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A Chinese restaurant in South Korea's Gyeonggi Province named after China's president was vandalized with paint by 4 Chinese men. Suwon District Court issued arrest warrants for the suspects, and police plan to seek an Interpol Red Notice.
Tainan elementary school nutritionist charged over alleged upskirting; city fires him and bars him from educational settings for life
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A male nutritionist surnamed Hsieh at an elementary school in Tainan allegedly used a cellphone and pinhole cameras to secretly film female colleagues and students starting in 2024. Prosecutors filed charges after an investigation by police and prosecutors. The Tainan City Education Bureau terminated his contract, dismissed him, reported him to the unsuitable personnel system, and banned him from educational settings for life.
Kinmen veterans' reunion call: exhibition showcases insignia of former Kinmen-Matsu military units
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 2026 Kinmen Veterans' Reunion Call event kicked off today and is organized by the Kinmen County Government through Dec. 15. The Tourism Department has curated the “Veterans' Memories Experience Pavilion” in Jinhu Township, recreating scenes from the island's military past and displaying insignia of Kinmen-Matsu military units. It also announced upcoming events in October and November, including the Lieyu Taro Festival.
Facts
2026 Kinmen Veterans' Reunion Call
Held from today through Dec. 15
Served in Kinmen for more than 1 year in Republic of China year 84
Served for more than 1 year
Learned about the Veterans' Reunion Call event in year 107 and has followed it ever since
Kinmen will host a series of events in October and November
Cheng Li-chiun: Continue investing in AI and talent development; hopes Taiwan will become a model for beneficial applications
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Deputy Premier Cheng Li-chiun said the central government's budget for the coming fiscal year allocates NT$40.6 billion to the 10 new major AI initiatives and will continue investing in talent development, with the hope of making Taiwan a model country for beneficial AI applications.
Car hits pedestrians in downtown Kobe, Japan; 4 injured, 1 in critical condition
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A car struck pedestrians at the intersection in front of Kobe International House in Kanocho, Chuo Ward, Kobe, Japan, injuring 5 people. A female victim in her 20s lost her pulse and stopped breathing, while the male driver also suffered injuries.
Taiwan’s Wang Wei-hsuan carded 66 on the 2nd day of men’s golf at the Nagoya Asian Games, tying with China’s Ding Wenyi for the lead at 131. Taiwan’s men’s team stood 4th in the team standings.
Climate change intensifies impacts; Chinese water official says flood risks are highly uncertain
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
China’s Minister of Water Resources Li Guoying said climate change has caused flooding in China to exhibit “one increase and three random patterns,” making the next 5 years highly uncertain. Over the past year, water authorities reduced disaster losses through reservoir operations and dike construction.
Facts
9,228 operations involving large and medium-sized reservoirs
Floods above warning levels on 998 rivers
Record-high floods since measurements began on 49 rivers
Reservoirs effectively stored 137.5 billion cubic meters of floodwater
Hualien township representative candidate surnamed Liang and campaign operative surnamed Wu detained over alleged cash vote-buying
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A Hualien County Xiulin Township representative candidate surnamed Liang and a campaign operative surnamed Wu allegedly offered cash bribes of 1,000 to 2,000 yuan to buy votes. The Hualien District Prosecutors Office directed investigators and police to take 32 people into custody, and a court ordered the 2 suspects detained and barred from receiving visitors.
Taiwan-Italy Language Education Organizations in Milan Partner to Build a Bridge for Cultural Exchange
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 米蘭台灣華語學習中心 (TCML) and the「今日義大利教育中心」(Italia Oggi) announced a partnership aimed at promoting cultural exchange, educational opportunities and two-way exchanges between Taiwan and Italy through language learning.
Facts
30th anniversary
1151001
Companies mentioned：中央社、米蘭台灣華語學習中心、TCML、今日義大利教育中心、Italia Oggi
Health Coins Launched; Shih Chung-liang: 23,000 Register in First Hour, Weekly Prize Draws to Begin Next Week
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Ministry of Health and Welfare launched「Health Coins」, with 23,000 people registering in the first hour. Minister Shih Chung-liang said people can accumulate coins by completing designated health tasks and redeem products starting in December after reaching 1,000 coins. Weekly prize draws will begin next week, with a budget of about NT$50 million.
Exhibition Showcases Southern Taiwan Railway Cultural Heritage; Railway Bureau Displays 20 Archaeological Remains
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
交通部鐵道局 is displaying 20 cultural heritage remains discovered during the Tainan railway underground project, including artifacts from prehistoric, Qing, Japanese colonial and postwar periods. Director-General Yang Cheng-chun said that although preservation efforts delayed the project by about 2 years, the remains are priceless assets. The exhibition will run from Oct. 1 to Nov. 22, 115, at the Tainan Cultural and Creative Industries Park.
Facts
20 heritage remains from different periods
About 2 extra years
8.23 kilometers long
A 6.15-kilometer greenway
The Sheng Kung Girls' High School site, dating back about 2,000 years
More than two thousand iron pellets
A sugar-refining strainer measuring 5.1 meters long
Two waves of northeasterly monsoon winds to follow; lows may reach 20 degrees next week
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Central Weather Administration said two waves of northeasterly monsoon winds will arrive over the next week. The first will strengthen tomorrow, while the second will last from the 5th through the 8th. During the cold air's influence, lows in northern and eastern Taiwan may drop to 20 degrees Celsius.
Distributor of「國有器官」Targeted by Impersonation-Based Threats; 陸委會 Calls It a New Tactic in Cross-Border Repression
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
陸委會 released details of a case in which Guan Jian-zhong, distributor of the documentary「國有器官」, was impersonated and threatened. It said this was a new tactic of cross-border repression by the Chinese Communist Party, intended to keep him constantly occupied. 陸委會 has coordinated with 警政署 and 法務部 to handle related cases jointly.
Keelung City Library Central Branch Opens With 3 Events; Hsieh Kuo-liang Hopes to Create a Cultural Living Room
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Keelung City Public Library's central branch opened today with 3 events, including an immersive puzzle game. Mayor Hsieh Kuo-liang said he hoped to create a「city cultural living room」and noted that the library attracted an average of more than 3,000 visits a day during its trial operation.
Taichung Coast Guard Seizes Chinese Fishing Boat for Intrusion, Drives Away Foreign Tankers Illegally Transferring Oil
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Coast Guard Administration's Taichung team seized a Chinese fishing boat operating in Taiwan's waters and drove away two Sierra Leone-flagged oil tankers illegally transferring oil outside Taichung Harbor.
Taiwan's International Economic Association Signs MOU With 貝里斯工商總會 to Match Market Needs
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung led a delegation to Belize, where the 中華民國國際經濟協會 and 貝里斯工商總會 signed a memorandum of understanding and held an economic cooperation meeting and business matchmaking event to align market needs in Taiwan and Belize and deepen trade ties.
AI's Expanding Use in Financial Markets Raises Risks of Excessive Capital Concentration, Korean Experts Warn
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Korean experts warned that the expanding use of AI in financial markets could lead to excessive capital concentration and synchronization risks. The revised guidelines took effect in June.
Global Government Bond Selloff Sends 10-Year U.S. Treasury Yield to 24-Year High
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A massive global government bond selloff pushed the U.S. 10-year Treasury yield to a 24-year high of 5.3402%, while the 30-year yield also reached its highest level since 2002. Inflation concerns, high oil prices and expectations of Fed rate hikes drove bond prices down and yields up, with the trend spreading to France, Germany and the United Kingdom.
Classic Oldies Keep the Music Going; Hung Jung-hung, Shen Wen-cheng and Others Gather in Taitung on 10/2
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 台東縣政府 is hosting「The Songs We Listened to Together That Year」, an oldies concert postponed from Aug. 29 to Oct. 2 and 3 because the venue was muddy. Singers including Hung Jung-hung and Shen Wen-cheng will perform in succession. Admission is free.
Betting Online on County and City Election Outcomes; Nantou Prosecutors Take Action Against Gambler
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A woman surnamed Pai in Nantou County used the overseas decentralized prediction platform Polymarket to bet cryptocurrency on the outcomes of Taiwan's 2026 local elections. Acting on the Nantou District Prosecutors Office's orders, police searched her property, and she was released on NT$30,000 bail under the Public Officials Election and Recall Act.
Groundbreaking Held for New Xiushan Fire Station in New Taipei; NT$1.1 Billion Zhonghe Police Precinct Headquarters Also Underway
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
New Taipei City Mayor Hou You-yi presided over the groundbreaking ceremony for the Xiushan Fire Brigade, which will be equipped with an AI-powered dispatch desk to enable firefighters to respond 20 seconds earlier. He also announced an investment of NT$1.12 billion to build a new Zhonghe Precinct headquarters, enhancing public safety and disaster response capabilities.
The ASEAN News Briefing for Oct. 1, 2026 covers economic and financial developments across the region: Ho Chi Minh City's GFCI ranking in Vietnam rose; Laos ranked third in tourism growth; young investors and trading volume increased at 華僑證券 in Singapore; the Philippines' trade deficit narrowed in August as exports and imports hit record highs; business representatives from Myanmar and Vietnam discussed expanding investment; Malaysia strengthened management of carbon asset exports; capital outflows from Thailand's bond market hit a six-month high; Cambodia's non-bank financial sector assets expanded sharply; and Indonesia's central bank encouraged the use of local Asian currencies for payments.
Facts
Ranked 67th
Rose 17 places
Scored 692 points
Score increased by 27 points
Studies 139 financial centers worldwide
117 financial centers included in the official rankings
Ranked third globally
Score grew 6.1%
Albania's 7.0%
Vietnam's 6.3%
Growth of more than 20%
Total trading volume increased 60%
Trade deficit of US$3.85 billion
Narrowed 3.5%
July's US$6.35 billion
Exports totaled US$9.11 billion
Up 27.7% year over year
Imports totaled US$12.96 billion
Up 16.6% year over year
Total foreign trade reached US$22.07 billion
Up 21% year on year
Accounted for 68.1% of total exports and imports
34.8%
Accounted for 23.8%
Accounted for 22.7%
Cumulative trade deficit reached US$41.56 billion
Exports totaled US$64.04 billion
Up 14.8% year over year
Imports totaled US$105.6 billion
Up 19.1% year on year
Carbon reduction technology potential of 56 million metric tons
Withdrew US$781 million from the local stock market
From more than US$3 billion in 2021
To more than US$9 billion in 2025
Equivalent to more than 18% of gross domestic product (GDP)
Sanyi Woodcarving Arts Festival to Open During National Day Holiday; Mazu to Be Enshrined for First Time, Showcasing Religious Craftsmanship
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Miaoli County's 2026 Sanyi Woodcarving Arts Festival will take place during the National Day holiday. For the first time, Mazu from 三義天后宮 will be enshrined at the event to showcase religious craftsmanship. The festival will also feature a ceremony honoring Lu Ban, woodcarving creations and hands-on activities.
Facts
2026 Sanyi Woodcarving Arts Festival
Enshrinement activities at the event venue for 3 days
A total of 8 woodcarvers invited
The “Lu Ban Memorial Ceremony” will be held on the morning of Oct. 9
Lin Kuo-chang Calls Himself a “New Warm Current”; Wu Tsung-hsien Promotes Agricultural Tour Packages
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Democratic Progressive Party Yilan County mayoral candidate Lin Kuo-chang has described himself as a “new warm current” and promoted his smart senior citizens' card platform. Kuomintang candidate Wu Tsung-hsien proposed integrating Dongshan Township's leisure agriculture areas to create cross-regional tour packages and boost the local economy.
63rd Golden Horse Awards Nomination Announcement Press Conference: Watch the Livestream Here
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 63rd Golden Horse Awards nominations were announced, with Ma Shih-yuan, Liu Ching and Wen Tien-hsiang revealing the nominees. The awards ceremony will be held on Nov. 22 at the Taipei Music Center, with Ko Wei-lin as host. The ceremony will be livestreamed on 台視, My Video and LINE TODAY.
Chinese Local Governments Offer Subsidies to Boost Domestic Demand Ahead of National Day Holiday
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Several local governments in China announced subsidy measures ahead of the National Day holiday to boost domestic demand. Sichuan Province introduced 20 measures, including subsidies of up to 500 yuan with a ticket stub and various incentives for businesses. Experts said the move aims to make up the gap between second-quarter economic growth and the full-year target.
Facts
20 measures
Subsidies of up to 500 yuan per ticket stub
China's actual economic growth rate in the second quarter was 4.3%
14 Taipei Students Hospitalized After Eating Tung Tree Seeds; Student Who Ate 8 Vomits Repeatedly and Remains Under Observation for 1 to 2 Days
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
14 students from 華興中學 were hospitalized after accidentally eating tung tree seeds. Most had mild symptoms and have been discharged or returned home; the student who ate 8 seeds remains under observation.
Facts
14 students
4 taken to Taipei Veterans General Hospital
10 taken to 新光醫院
Remain in hospital for observation for 1 or 2 days
Japanese Media: Business Leaders Plan to Visit Beijing in March 2027
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Japanese media, citing sources, reported that 日中經濟協會, 經團連 and 日本商工會議所 are coordinating a delegation visit to Beijing in March 2027 to seek meetings with senior Chinese officials. If the trip goes ahead, it would mark a resumption of dialogue after a two-year hiatus.
華碩 has been named to 富比世's 2026 World's Best Employers list for 10 consecutive years, while 宏碁 has made the list for 7 consecutive years. Both companies highlighted their investments in artificial intelligence and employee training.
Taipei expands trial of shared parking spaces for large motorcycles on Oct. 6，with all 63,000 spaces citywide available
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taipei City’s Department of Transportation Parking Management Office announced that it will expand the trial starting October 6，opening about 63,000 public roadside metered motorcycle parking spaces across the city to large heavy motorcycles. Riders may park diagonally across up to 2 spaces or use car parking spaces，and the payment process for smart parking tickets will be simplified。
Facts
63,000 public roadside metered motorcycle parking spaces
Chen Yuzhen resigns as KMT Kinmen branch chair; former Kinmen County Magistrate Yang Zhenwu takes over
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The KMT announced that Chen Yu-chen，the current chair of its Kinmen County branch，has resigned after being nominated to run for county magistrate. Former county magistrate Yang Chen-wu will succeed her. Chen will take up the post of deputy executive director of the Policy Committee to assist with party affairs and election campaigning。
Minimum wage rises by NT$1,400；how much will workers take home？See the latest NHI premium brackets and labor pension contribution estimates
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Executive Yuan confirmed that the monthly minimum wage will rise to NT$30,900 starting in 2027，an increase of 4.75%，driving changes in NHI premiums and labor pension costs. The government has introduced measures to support small and medium-sized businesses。
Facts
Starting on New Year’s Day 2027，the monthly minimum wage will rise by NT$1,400，from the current NT$29,500 to NT$30,900。
In 2027，the hourly minimum wage will rise from NT$196 to NT$205。
An estimated 7.89 million people across Taiwan will be affected by changes to NHI insured salary brackets resulting from the minimum wage increase。
For employees earning a monthly salary of NT$30,900，employers’ labor pension contributions will rise from NT$1,770 to NT$1,854。
The Ministry of Health and Welfare estimates that the average employee’s monthly NHI premium will increase by NT$21。
Kaohsiung’s transformation and governance wins recognition！Kaohsiung takes 4 awards at 今周刊’s Sustainable City awards；Chen Chi-mai wins the “Mayoral Trust Award” for 3 consecutive years
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
今周刊 announced the results of its 7th Sustainable City survey，with Kaohsiung winning 4 awards，including Outstanding Sustainable City，Outstanding Social Impact，and Best Anti-Fraud Governance. Mayor Chen Chi-mai won the Mayoral Trust Award for 3 consecutive years，recognizing his achievements in industrial transformation and public safety and anti-fraud efforts。
Facts
今周刊 announced the results of its 7th “Sustainable City SDGs Survey” on September 30，with Kaohsiung winning 4 awards。
Kaohsiung won the six special municipality awards for “Outstanding Sustainable City，” “Outstanding Social Impact，” and “Best City Governance Against Fraud。”
Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai received the “Best Mayoral Trust Award” for the 3rd consecutive year。
Kaohsiung has the lowest rate of violent crime and the highest fraud case clearance rate among the six special municipalities。
Kaohsiung has attracted global semiconductor giants，including 台積電，and is gradually shaping a southern Taiwan semiconductor S-corridor。
2026 Hsinchu City Shopping Festival kicks off！Mayor Ann Kao：Spend for a chance to win a Tesla，with limited-edition local gifts for qualifying purchases
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
新竹市政府 is holding the 2026 Hsinchu City Shopping Festival to encourage spending and support the local economy. The event uses prize draws and gifts for qualifying purchases to attract people from across Taiwan to shop at Hsinchu’s commercial districts and markets and stay at local accommodations，with the aim of boosting business。
Facts
The 2026 Hsinchu City Shopping Festival runs from October 1 to December 31。
The top prize includes a Tesla Model Y electric car。
At general retailers，each receipt of NT$200 or more earns 1 prize draw entry，with a limit of 300 entries per transaction。
Spending at hotels and other lodging businesses earns 5 times the entries，with a limit of 600 entries per transaction。
A limited total of 2,500 gifts is available，with each person limited to 1 redemption。
Gifts can be redeemed at Capybara Maipang — Hsinchu Dongguang Rice Nest，at No. 91，Dongguang Road，East District，Hsinchu City。
“2026 Excellence Insurance Awards” announced；富邦人壽 and 富邦產險 win 5 awards for brand value，innovation，and sustainable finance
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
《卓越雜誌》 announced the results of its “2026 Excellence Insurance Awards” on October 1，with 富邦人壽 and 富邦產險，both under 富邦金控，winning a total of 5 awards across branding，technology，wealth management，and ESG，underscoring their innovation and commitment to sustainable operations。
Facts
富邦人壽 and 富邦產險 won a total of 5 awards at the “2026 Excellence Insurance Awards。”
富邦人壽 has 5.45 million customers with active policies。
Original富邦人壽高雄專區有效契約件數及保費收入市占均逾七成。
富邦人壽’s mobile policy servicing system can complete policy changes in as little as 3 minutes。
富邦產險’s “Solar Panel Anomaly Detection” and “Typhoon Wind Hazard Assessment” systems have received patent recognition。
富邦產險 has launched the industry’s first “subscription-based parking insurance。”
Financial Supervisory Commission Chairman Peng Jin-long presented the awards。
Where do scrapped cars go？They are not simply crushed whole；refrigerant，gasoline，and batteries must be dealt with first，and the body is then “shredded”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
This article explains that scrapped cars are not simply crushed whole. Refrigerant，oil，other hazardous substances，and parts must first be removed，after which the body is shredded and sorted into resources such as metal and plastic. It also reminds people that vehicle body recycling and vehicle registration deregistration are separate procedures，and says they should confirm both are completed to avoid accumulating taxes and fees。
Facts
Taiwan recycled 378,623 end-of-life vehicles in 2025（ROC year 114）。
According to an example from the Ministry of Environment，a scrapped car weighing about 1,200 kilograms leaves about 600 kilograms of car body after dismantling。
Under current rules，eligible cars that are at least 10 years old qualify for a vehicle body recycling reward of NT$1,000。
The vehicle recycling process includes pre-shredding，shredding，air separation，magnetic separation，size screening，eddy current separation，and manual sorting。
The public can use the “Vehicle Recycling One-Stop Service” to arrange vehicle recycling or look up licensed scrap vehicle recyclers。
[After Work Economics] [Business Battle] The baking legend selling 8,000 loaves a day！How artisans push past limits and upend the market！ft. 茆晉日牂、蔡約群｜After Work Economics 785｜謝哲青、張瓊方
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
茆晉日牂, founder of Nantou baking brand Feeling 18, shares 20 years of entrepreneurial experience. The company’s annual revenue tops NT$300 million, and it sells 8,000 loaves of fresh milk bread a day. The program invites world Christmas bread champion 蔡約群 and hosts 謝哲青 and 張瓊方 to discuss the artisan’s philosophy and strategies for avoiding the trap of burning cash to expand locations。
Facts
Feeling 18 is a brand that originated in a small town in Nantou and has a 20-year history。
Feeling 18 founder 茆晉日牂 transformed the company into a legendary business with annual revenue topping NT$300 million。
Feeling 18 set a record by selling 8,000 loaves of fresh milk bread in a single day。
Come to New Taipei for the National Day holiday！“New Taipei Kaleidoscope” comes to Banqiao on 10/9 and 10/10, with diverse performances, a market and family activities；sign-ups for 6 cultural craft sessions open on 10/1
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The New Taipei City Department of Cultural Affairs is staging “New Taipei Kaleidoscope” at Banqiao First Stadium on 10/9-10 in connection with the National Day gala, featuring performances, a market and hands-on crafts. Registration for cultural activities opens on 10/1, and the National Day gala, relocated to New Taipei, can be watched in the evening。
Facts
The New Taipei City Department of Cultural Affairs will present “New Taipei Kaleidoscope” at the sports plaza of Banqiao First Stadium from October 9 to 10。
Online registration for 6 “Myriad Crafts” cultural experience sessions opens at 2 p.m. on October 1。
The 115 National Day gala will take place at 6 p.m. on October 9 at Banqiao First Stadium in New Taipei City。
This year’s National Day gala will be held in New Taipei for the first time, under the theme “The World’s Stage．Gathering in Taiwan”。
“Myriad Market” brings together about 40 specialty brands, including tea drinks, desserts and crafts。
International performers at the National Day gala include Japan’s Maki Ohguro, South Korea’s Lang Lee and Indonesia’s Grrrl Gang。
Kidult will open the “Kaleidoscope Stage” on October 9, followed by performances including one by the Hong Wa Ethnic Dance Troupe。
Pharmacies will do more than dispense and sell medicine！Long-Term Care 3.0 opens up trillion-dollar opportunities as community pharmacies move to the front line of “family health”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The launch of Long-Term Care 3.0 is driving community pharmacies to transform. 鄰近健康 will hold a forum on October 1, inviting leaders from government, industry and academia to discuss how pharmacies can connect long-term care resources and upgrade into one-stop community health centers to tap into opportunities in the health market。
Facts
With Long-Term Care 3.0 officially underway, community pharmacies are extending their role beyond selling medicine to include health consultations and long-term care coordination。
鄰近健康 will hold the “Healthy Taiwan 2030 Forum” on the morning of October 1。
Taipei Deputy Mayor 張溫德 said pharmacists play an important role as partners in elderly care in their communities。
The New Taipei City Pharmacists Association trained nearly 400 community pharmacy staff in assistive device rental and sales and certified them 4 and a half years ago。
鄰近健康 founder 趙國鈞 said pharmacies will eventually be upgraded into one-stop community health centers。
沈伯洋 proposes indoor smoking rooms；殷瑋 counters with 1 point：He doesn’t understand the law well enough
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taipei mayoral candidate 沈伯洋 proposed a policy to set up indoor smoking rooms on September 30, drawing a strong rebuke from Taipei City Research, Development and Evaluation Commission head 殷瑋. 殷瑋 said the proposal violates current regulations and offers no legislative amendments, adding that the city government is already carrying out this work and criticizing 沈伯洋 for not understanding the law。
Facts
沈伯洋 put forward his smoke-free city policy proposals on September 30 at the “Mayor, You’d Better Listen” soapbox event。
沈伯洋 proposes setting up indoor smoking rooms in crowded areas and identifying smoking hotspots。
殷瑋 said setting up indoor smoking rooms at stations or government agencies is not feasible under current regulations。
殷瑋 criticized 沈伯洋 for not proposing relevant legislative amendments and for not understanding the law well enough。
殷瑋 said 沈伯洋’s proposal is something 蔣萬安 and the Taipei City Government are already doing。
The Taipei City Government’s Research, Development and Evaluation Commission analyzed secondhand smoke complaints filed through the 1999 hotline。
The Taipei City Government will expand its smoke-free policy to venues such as night markets and traditional markets。
Tomorrow’s weather, 10/2／2 cold air surges to hit Taiwan！Temperatures “will fall to just 20 degrees” as damp, chilly rain pours for 5 days；the week’s forecast at a glance
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Central Weather Administration forecasts that Taiwan will be affected by 2 surges of the northeasterly monsoon over the coming week. The first strengthens on the 2nd, while the second strengthens from the 5th and brings stronger cold air, with lows dipping to 20 degrees on the 6th-8th. Typhoon No. 26, “彩雲,” has formed but is far from Taiwan and will have no impact。
Facts
The first surge of the northeasterly monsoon will begin strengthening tomorrow（the 2nd）and affect Taiwan, with Yilan especially advised to watch for localized heavy rain。
The second surge of the northeasterly monsoon is expected to strengthen from next Monday（the 5th）, and will be more pronounced than the first。
During the second surge of the northeasterly monsoon, lows in northern and central Taiwan and the east will drop to 20 degrees。
This year’s No. 26 typhoon, “彩雲,” formed over waters east of Guam early today。
The cold air brought by the second surge of the northeasterly monsoon will be quite pronounced, with the strongest impact expected from next Tuesday to Thursday（the 6th to 8th）。
The only life insurer to win！第一金人壽 receives the Excellence in Financial Fraud Prevention Award, protecting the public’s financial security with innovative anti-fraud initiatives and building a multilayered financial safety net
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第一金人壽 won the Excellence in Financial Fraud Prevention Award at the 2026 Excellence in Insurance Awards, making it the only life insurer to receive an award this year. Through measures including innovative anti-fraud videos, an accessible services section and multilingual translation, the company is deepening community financial education and creating a welcoming service environment, putting inclusive finance and fair customer treatment into practice。
Facts
第一金人壽 won the “2026 Excellence in Insurance Awards—Excellence in Financial Fraud Prevention Award,” making it the only life insurer to receive an award this year。
第一金人壽 General Manager 邢益華 said anti-fraud defenses must be moved further upstream, with financial education promoted in communities。
第一金人壽 has launched an innovative anti-fraud awareness video, “Anti-Fraud Anthem！Don’t Think You Can Fool Me！,” combining music and dance。
第一金人壽 has established a “Financially Friendly Services” section that meets the AA accessibility standard for web pages。
第一金人壽 provides translation services in 9 languages for policyholders who are new immigrants, putting inclusive finance into practice。
Limited to 1000 bottles nationwide！馬祖酒廠 marks its 70th anniversary with a 7000ml “Big Blue Jewel” collector’s edition, complete with a gold spoon
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To celebrate its 70th anniversary, 馬祖酒廠 has released a limited edition of 1000 bottles of its 7000ml “Big Blue Jewel” collectible liquor, each accompanied by a gold spoon。
Global government bonds are plunging；should investors be worried？Bond yields are climbing, but experts say this brings these “benefits”
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Global government bond yields have surged, with U.S. Treasury yields breaking 5% to reach their highest level in recent years. The move reflects a reassessment of the real cost of capital and economic resilience, while experts say high interest rates can help strengthen corporate capital discipline。
Facts
The yield on the U.S. 10-year Treasury rose to 5.34% today（the 1st）, its highest level since 2002。
Brent crude prices rose to around $100 a barrel。
The yield on the U.K. 10-year government bond climbed to 5.51%, its highest level since 2007。
The yield on the U.S. 10-year Treasury has risen by more than 0.5 percentage points over the past month。
The U.S. stock market’s earnings yield is about 3.9%, while its dividend yield is about 1.1%。
Mike Bell, market strategist at RBC BlueBay Asset Management, described the market as being in a “no one wants to catch a falling knife” situation。
Companies mentioned：RBC BlueBay Asset Management、Absolute Strategy Research
Why were the tails of ancient warhorses “tied up”？3 important functions left out of textbooks；without tying them, the entire army could be wiped out
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This article examines the military significance of tying the tails of the terracotta warriors’ horses from the Mausoleum of Qin Shi Huang, explaining that it was essential preparation for ensuring battlefield mobility. The example of Duke Qing of Qi nearly being captured at the Battle of An, during the Spring and Autumn period, because his horse’s tail was not tied up illustrates the serious consequences of overlooking details。
Facts
The horses’ tails in the Museum of the Terracotta Army of Qin Shi Huang are carefully braided and tied, a crucial detail that could mean life or death for ancient soldiers。
Tying up warhorses’ tails was a practical military necessity that ancient armies had to strictly carry out before battle, not merely a matter of appearance。
If a warhorse’s mane and tail were not properly tied before setting out, the tail could easily whip into the chariot’s wheels, axle or reins at high speed, causing the vehicle to jam instantly or even overturn。
The horses depicted in the “Flying Horse Treading on a Swallow” unearthed from the Leitai Han tomb in Gansu, the Han dynasty terracotta warriors and horses in Xuzhou, and the stone carvings of the six steeds at Emperor Taizong’s Zhaoling Mausoleum all have their tails neatly tied up.
14 students at a private school in Taipei hospitalized after mistakenly eating tung tree fruit; doctor reveals 5 symptoms of acute poisoning: no antidote available
Wu Changteng, an attending physician in the pediatric emergency department at Linkou Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, said the incubation period after ingesting tung tree fruit is about 45 minutes to 3 hours.
Tung tree fruit contains 51% fatty oil, and its toxic components are tung acid and isoleic acid.
There is currently no antidote for tung tree fruit poisoning. Medical treatment includes gastric lavage and intravenous fluids.
Tung tree fruit usually ripens and falls in autumn. It can be used to extract industrial oil for making paint or waterproofing oil.
Major boon for bond ETFs! Government approves extending “exemption from securities transaction tax on sales” for another 10 years; “this 1 category of ETF” also benefits! A guide to how much investors can save
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The Executive Yuan has approved a draft bill to extend the securities transaction tax concession for bond ETFs through 2036 and add an exemption for actively managed bond ETFs, aiming to reduce trading costs and promote capital market development.
Facts
The Executive Yuan has approved a draft amendment to Article 2-1 of the Securities Transaction Tax Act, extending the suspension of securities transaction tax on corporate bonds, financial debentures and passively managed bond ETFs through December 31, 2036.
The amendment would, for the first time, include actively managed bond ETFs in the scope of the securities transaction tax suspension, with the measure scheduled to run from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2036.
Under current regulations, corporate bonds and other government-approved securities are taxed at 1 per mille of the transaction amount. On a transaction of 1 million yuan, the suspension would save 1,000 yuan in taxes.
The Ministry of Finance estimates that the issuance scale of passively and actively managed bond ETFs could grow from about 3.02 trillion yuan in 2025 to about 12.75 trillion yuan in 2036.
The draft bill removes the current restrictions on the investment targets of passively managed bond ETFs. Related regulations would henceforth be handled by the financial authorities within their respective jurisdictions.
Premier Cho Jung-tai said the amendment would help achieve the policy goal of establishing an “Asian Asset Management Center.”
Napoleon only ranks third! The 3 universally recognized military geniuses in world history; the top figure had an enormous influence, “rewriting 2,500 years of Chinese history”
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Based on a ranking by Sohu, this article introduces the three military geniuses universally recognized in world history. Sun Wu takes first place for The Art of War, Genghis Khan ranks second for reshaping the Eurasian map, and Napoleon ranks third.
Facts
According to an overall ranking by Sohu, Napoleon ranks only 3rd among the three military geniuses universally recognized in world history.
Sun Wu’s The Art of War has been passed down to the present day and influenced later generations for more than 2,500 years.
Genghis Khan unified the Mongolian Plateau in 1206 and founded the Mongol Empire.
Napoleon was promoted to brigadier general in 1793 for his performance in the Siege of Toulon.
While helping the state of Wu attack the powerful state of Chu, Sun Wu captured Chu’s capital, Ying, in a single campaign.
Japanese minimalist brand expands into Kaohsiung! mizuiro ind opens at Hanshin Arena; heads to Taipei SOGO Zhongxiao Store on 10/6
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Japanese minimalist brand mizuiro ind continues to expand in Taiwan, opening at Kaohsiung Hanshin Arena on October 1 and launching a limited-time store at Taipei SOGO Zhongxiao Store on October 6, showcasing its 2026 fall/winter collection and offering opening promotions.
Facts
Japanese minimalist fashion brand mizuiro ind officially opened on the 3rd floor of Kaohsiung Hanshin Arena Shopping Plaza on October 1, marking its first location in southern Taiwan.
mizuiro ind is launching a limited-time POP-UP STORE at Taipei SOGO Department Store’s Zhongxiao Store starting October 6, with the pop-up running through February 28, 2027.
mizuiro ind’s 2026 fall/winter collection is themed “trace,” emphasizing simple, clean-cut designs with a sense of space.
mizuiro ind was founded in 2003 by Japan’s Mother’s Industry Co., Ltd. and has 57 directly operated stores in Japan.
mizuiro ind offers a 9-zhe discount on single purchases of at least 3,000 yuan, with limited-edition gifts such as postcards, tote bags or recycled leather cup sleeves given according to the amount spent.
Companies mentioned：mizuiro ind、Mother’s Industry Co., Ltd.、MARcourt
First game held after renovations at Hsinchu Baseball Stadium! Hsinchu Bees host Kainan University as the stadium faces a real-game test
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The first game since renovations at Hsinchu Municipal Baseball Stadium was held on September 30, with the Hsinchu Bees hosting Kainan University. Mayor Ann Kao said the game was intended to test the artificial turf and stadium facilities, advance team training and stadium upgrades in tandem, and improve the environment for baseball development in Hsinchu City.
Facts
The Hsinchu Bees, Hsinchu City’s municipal baseball team, played an exhibition game against Kainan University at Hsinchu Municipal Baseball Stadium on September 30.
Kainan University’s baseball team took part in the game under head coach Kuo Li-chien-fu.
Hsinchu Municipal Baseball Stadium has switched to artificial turf, and the game was used to observe how players actually used the surface.
The head coach of Hsinchu City’s municipal baseball team is Chen Jui-chen.
Deputy Mayor Lin Kun-han met with coaches and players from both sides to hear their feedback on the game and use of the stadium.
The game was the first full baseball game held at Hsinchu Municipal Baseball Stadium since its renovation.
Mayor Ann Kao stressed that the city would continue to deepen exchanges with baseball teams at all levels and expand opportunities for the municipal team to compete.
Xiang Yu and Guan Yu lose out! China’s greatest war god in history is “him”; his combat prowess was unmatched, and his military achievements stood unrivaled for a thousand years
Huo Qubing was the first military commander in Chinese history to achieve the feat of “封狼居胥” and was named the top warrior.
Sima Qian of the Grand Historian praised Xiang Yu as “possessing peerless divine courage throughout the ages,” and records say he killed 100 men on 3 occasions.
Chang Yuchun earned the title “Chang of 100,000” because of his outspoken nature and his claim that he could lead an army of 100,000 and roam the world.
When Shi Wansui confronted the Turks in the third year of Kaihuang, he killed an enemy general in a one-on-one fight at the front, so frightening the Turkish army of 100,000 that it broke camp and retreated.
In the first year of Longshuo, Xue Rengui “settled the Tianshan Mountains with 3 arrows,” firing 3 arrows to kill 3 enemy generals and shatter the enemy’s morale.
82-year-old mother nearly wires 3 million yen; son rushes to bank to stop her! Days later, he returns to his hometown and discovers the front-door lock has been changed
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82-year-old Kumiko Ando was targeted by a scammer impersonating her eldest son and asking for 3 million yen. After the bank intervened, relations between mother and son deteriorated, and she changed the locks and refused to see him. The case highlights the high risk of scams facing older people living alone in Japan.
Facts
82-year-old Kumiko Ando received a call from someone claiming to be her eldest son, Hideki, who said his company was in financial difficulty and needed 3 million yen urgently.
A bank employee noticed something was amiss and suggested verifying the request. The son arrived at the scene and stopped the transfer of 3 million yen.
Original2025年日本特殊詐騙合計達4萬3000件，受害金額超過3257億日圓。
People aged 65 and older accounted for 51.3% of the total number of cases recognized, excluding corporate victims.
Did he storm the Chinese Embassy with a knife on “divine instructions”? Former Japanese Self-Defense Forces member says he was carrying out heaven’s will
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Former Japanese Self-Defense Forces member Koda Murata was indicted over allegedly forcing his way into the Chinese Embassy in Tokyo with a knife. His first hearing was held on the 1st, and he largely admitted the facts. He said his motive was a dream in which a deity gave him instructions; the defense will plead not guilty to the intimidation charge.
Facts
Former Japan Ground Self-Defense Force member Koda Murata was arrested and indicted on suspicion of forcing his way into the Chinese Embassy in Tokyo with a knife.
At his first public hearing at the Tokyo District Court, Koda Murata largely admitted the facts set out in the indictment.
The charges against Koda Murata include trespassing, violating the Act for Controlling the Possession of Firearms or Swords and Other Such Weapons, and intimidation.
Koda Murata told the judge that he decided to take a knife to the Chinese Embassy after dreaming that a deity had instructed him to do so.
Koda Murata shouted to embassy staff, “Japanese patriots will represent the gods and carry out heaven’s will by executing you.”
The National Taiwan University Cancer Center’s liver cancer team brings together specialists in imaging, pathology, surgical oncology, medical oncology, general internal medicine, radiation oncology, nutrition and psychology.
A tumor in 56-year-old Mr. Wang shrank after immunotherapy combined with targeted therapy. He then underwent surgery to remove it and has survived for more than 4 years.
Because of her age and the tumor’s proximity to major blood vessels, conventional electrocautery posed a risk for 76-year-old Ms. Yang. She ultimately opted for treatment with a tissue-fragmentation device.
Because he needed dialysis, 38-year-old Mr. Huang chose treatment with a tissue-fragmentation device, which required only a single session. He was discharged 3 days later.
The health education seminar will be held in the International Conference Hall on the 5th floor of the National Taiwan University Cancer Center. Admission is free, but places are limited.
To register, call (02) 2322-0322, extension 237092. The contact office is the Cancer Resource Center.
10/1 Evening News Briefing | 3 counties and cities to distribute Double Ninth Festival senior benefits starting tomorrow, with payments deposited directly; Cabinet reveals schedule for when the universal NT$10,000 payout will be issued; Chiang Wan-an’s sugarcane controversy rumbles on as Shen Po-yang weighs in
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The Executive Yuan announced the schedule for next year’s universal cash payout and warned that the supplementary budget could lapse. Nantou, Yunlin and Kaohsiung will distribute Double Ninth Festival senior benefits tomorrow. In politics, the sugarcane controversy involving Chiang Wan-an continues, with Shen Po-yang weighing in; Taoyuan City Councilor Chang Chao-liang remains in detention in an alleged vote-buying case.
Facts
The Executive Yuan said the universal cash payout next year will be NT$10,000 per person, with distribution targeted to begin before the Lunar New Year.
This year’s NT$607.6 billion supplementary budget will lapse if it is not reviewed by Dec. 31.
The Double Ninth Festival senior benefits for approximately 590,000 older people in Kaohsiung City and 146,000 in Yunlin County will be deposited on Oct. 2.
Chiang Wan-an attended a dinner at Zhongzhuangzai Fude Temple but did not take home the sugarcane given to him, sparking controversy. Shen Po-yang weighed in, criticizing the temple’s actions as inappropriate.
Drivers and motorcyclists, take note! 10 top gas credit card picks for 2026: CPC, 台塑 and more... These cards offer the most noticeable price cuts, saving you over NT$1,000 a month
After the Cathay United 台塑 co-branded card expires on July 31, 2026, it will be replaced with a CUBE Card and add the “台塑家” benefits program.
The SinoPac SPORT Card offers 1% uncapped rewards on fuel purchases at any gas station. Cardholders who link a designated mobile payment service and complete sports missions can earn up to 5% cash back.
With the Taishin Richart Card switched to the “天天刷” plan, purchases at CPC, 台亞 and National Gas Station locations that meet the LEVEL 2 requirements earn 3.3% in Taishin Points, with no cap.
More than 5,000 turn out for Zhou Yun-jun’s campaign headquarters launch! Zhou Dian-lun officially hands over the reins as politicians from the KMT and TPP show up to support her
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Pingtung County council candidate Zhou Yun-jun held her campaign headquarters launch in Xinyuan Township on the 1st, drawing more than 5,000 people. Cross-party figures, including former mayor Hau Lung-bin, KMT candidate Su Ching-chuan and TPP Legislator Lin Fu-nan, appeared in support. Her father, Zhou Dian-lun, officially handed over the reins, highlighting cooperation between the KMT and TPP as well as a passing of the torch between generations.
Facts
Zhou Yun-jun, a candidate in Pingtung County Council’s 4th electoral district, held her campaign headquarters launch on the morning of the 1st at the plaza of Wulong Longsheng Temple in Xinyuan Township.
The organizers estimated that more than 5,000 local residents attended.
Former Taipei Mayor Hau Lung-bin, KMT Pingtung County mayoral candidate Su Ching-chuan, KMT Central Standing Committee member Hsiao Ching-tien and TPP-designated Central Committee member Lin Fu-nan, among others, took turns appearing in support.
Original周芸均的九旬叔公祖周朝清親自為她披上候選人彩帶。
Zhou Yun-jun’s father, Zhou Dian-lun, said he had just one request of his daughter: to do the work wholeheartedly and not let everyone down.
Zhou Yun-jun presented “Striving for You,” “Thorough Service, Wholehearted Dedication” and “I am Ready” as her campaign slogans.
Zhou Yun-jun’s permanent campaign headquarters is at No. 500, Wulong Nanxing Road, Xinyuan Township, Pingtung County.
Construction begins on AI Smart Park’s Industrial Building 2; Yang Wen-ke hopes to create an incubator for showcasing innovation
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Construction began on the new building in Industrial Zone (II) of Hsinchu County’s AI Smart Park on the 1st, in a project jointly promoted by County Magistrate Yang Wen-ke and 智邦科技. The 2-hectare site will feature multilevel shared commercial facilities, while 智邦科技 will establish a Vision Pavilion to showcase AI achievements, enhancing industry-academia collaboration and amenities in the park.
Facts
A groundbreaking ceremony for the new building in Industrial Zone (II) of Hsinchu County’s AI Smart Park was held on the 1st.
Industrial Zone (II) covers 2 hectares and is planned to have 13 above-ground floors and 3 basement levels.
智邦科技 will help plan a “Vision Pavilion” to showcase AI testing facilities and the latest achievements.
Four companies—智邦科技, 緯創資通, 普生 and 義隆電子—have moved into Industrial Zone (I).
智邦科技 General Manager Li Hsun-te said development is guided by a “people-first” philosophy.
The Vision Pavilion will include an AI facility experience zone, a smart exhibition area and an AI audiovisual classroom.
Concerns over “formaldehyde cabbage” from China: vegetable origins at 33 restaurant chains revealed; 松屋, CoCo壹番屋 and 大戶屋 all use produce from China, and Sukiya’s parent company admits it does too
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Following the “formaldehyde cabbage” incident in Hebei, China, Japanese media investigated the supply chains of 33 restaurant chains and confirmed that operators including 松屋 and CoCo壹番屋 use vegetables from China. Officials clarified that the affected cabbage was not exported to Japan and that there is currently no food safety risk.
Facts
In late August, an incident came to light in Hebei, China, in which buyers illegally treated cabbage with formaldehyde solution to extend its shelf life.
An investigation by 週刊新潮 found that 33 restaurant chains, including 松屋, CoCo壹番屋 and 大戶屋, use vegetables from China.
Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare confirmed that the affected cabbage was not exported to Japan, and there is no evidence that restaurants used it.
Zensho Holdings acknowledged that some of its business operations use cabbage and edamame from China, but did not name the specific brands.
Taiwan’s Food and Drug Administration does not permit fresh or refrigerated cabbage from mainland China to be imported into Taiwan.
A user asked a Facebook group for recommendations for the best milk buns. 義美 emerged as the top choice for its quality, affordable price and lack of added water, making it the brand most people buy again.
Facts
Online users recommended 義美 fresh milk buns as their top choice, citing the label’s claim that not a drop of water is added and their rich aroma.
Several 義美 frozen foods, including pumpkin and nut products, silver-thread rolls and sesame buns, also received positive reviews.
義美 brown sugar buns are so popular that they are often out of stock.
奇美 and 初鹿 were also mentioned as alternative brands, but some of their products are often out of stock.
3 zodiac signs least likely to worry about money in old age! They save quietly when young and build their assets from middle age; the No. 1 sign has the biggest nest egg
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An analysis by 搜狐網 said people born in the Years of the Ox, Rat and Pig tend to be more financially secure in later life, with the Ox ranked as having the largest savings thanks to long-term, steady asset accumulation.
Facts
An analysis by 搜狐網 said people born in the Years of the Ox, Rat and Pig are believed to be more likely to achieve financial stability in the second half of life.
The Pig ranked 3rd. Those born under this sign value personal relationships and are easygoing, making it easier to build connections and receive help after middle age.
The Rat ranked 2nd. Those born under this sign are sensitive to financial figures and alert to risks, and tend to set aside emergency funds for the future.
The Ox ranks No. 1 and is the quintessential long-term accumulator. Wealth comes from years of work, consistent saving and controlling expenses.
People born in the Year of the Ox tend to put their money into assets they understand and consider relatively stable, such as savings deposits or real estate.
Store water now! 9 counties and cities will face major water outages tomorrow: “The whole family will have no water from morning to night.” Check your home’s outage area in one click.
Parts of administrative districts in 9 counties and cities across Taiwan will have water outages in succession on Oct. 2.
Parts of Dongshi Township and Taixi Township in Yunlin County will be without water for 10 hours due to pipeline reconnection work.
To prevent a sudden drop in water pressure in the network caused by large numbers of people drawing water at once, users should store water at least 6 hours before the outage.
If a water pump is left on during an outage, running it dry could pose a fire risk.
When water service resumes, opening a faucet to flush out the air can also clear sediment.
With 3,000 concubines in the imperial harem, who would spend the night with the emperor? Ancient emperors invented 5 ways to choose consorts! It wasn’t just drawing lots—the methods got more and more thrilling.
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The article explores the unusual methods ancient emperors devised to distribute nights with them fairly or satisfy their desires, covering the Qing, Ming, Tang and Jin dynasties. These included drawing lots, hanging lanterns, the “amorous arrow,” choosing consorts by butterfly and the “lucky sheep cart” method.
Facts
Emperor Kangxi of the Qing dynasty formalized the Jing Shi Fang system, using the drawing of lots to decide whom he would spend the night with.
A lantern-hanging system developed in the Ming dynasty’s imperial harem: after choosing a palace, the emperor would take down its red lantern and order the lanterns at other palaces extinguished.
Emperor Jingzong of Tang, Li Zhan, devised the “amorous arrow” method. A concubine hit by a paper arrow earned the right to spend the night with him.
Emperor Xuanzong of Tang, Li Longji, devised a method of choosing consorts by butterfly: the concubine on whose head a butterfly landed would spend the night with him.
Emperor Wu of Jin, Sima Yan, used the “lucky sheep cart” system. Some concubines reportedly used salt water and bamboo twigs to lure the sheep and win his favor.