AI News 180m Report

2026-10-01 21:00–24:00 JST

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One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 240 items from 10 sources; Japan, 135 items from 8 sources.

One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

Taiwan | 中央社 CNA (continued)(43)

Winning numbers drawn for Taiwan Lottery Power Lottery draw No. 115079

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The winning numbers for Taiwan Lottery Power Lottery draw No. 115079, drawn tonight, are 02, 37, 04, 18, 26 and 33 in the first area, and 03 in the second area.

Facts

  • Draw No. 115079
  • 02
  • 37
  • 04
  • 18
  • 26
  • 33
  • 03

Companies mentioned:中央社、台彩

Cabinet unveils 47 priority bills and budget proposals, aims to stabilize prices and electricity rates

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The Executive Yuan announced 47 priority bills and budget proposals covering defense, social welfare and the economy, with the aim of stabilizing consumer prices and electricity rates, promoting innovative AI applications and strengthening national defense.

Facts

  • 47 priority bills and budget proposals
  • A total of 3 major budget proposals
  • Increase 6 major social welfare allowances
  • A total of “10 key priorities”
  • 8 bills involving relevant legal amendments

Panel reshuffle in Taiwan Provincial Highway 64 body-dumping case; Nov. 4 site inspection canceled

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

After the panel hearing the Taiwan Provincial Highway 64 body-dumping case was reshuffled, it rescinded its ruling ordering a site inspection with citizen judges on Nov. 4, citing the high cost and limited value in helping reconstruct what happened.

Facts

  • Nov. 4
  • Jan. 25
  • Nov. 2 to 6
  • 4 vehicles

Companies mentioned:Bolt、中央社

US base in Britain suspected Iranian target; Netanyahu says UK government was warned

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel had warned Britain that Iran was plotting an attack on the US military’s RAF Fairford base in Britain. He also criticized the British government for continuing to exert pressure over Israel’s treatment of Palestinians. British Prime Minister Baonan said there were strong indications of Iranian involvement in suspicious activity near the base.

Facts

  • The evening of Sept. 30 Eastern Time
  • The British government announced on Sept. 8

Companies mentioned:中央社、法新社、福斯新聞

Original今彩539第115238期開獎

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original今彩539第115238期開獎,中獎號碼為01、28、38、16、03;3星彩中獎號碼547,4星彩中獎號碼5239。

Facts

  • Draw No. 115238
  • 01
  • 28
  • 38
  • 16
  • 03
  • 547
  • 5239

Companies mentioned:中央社、台彩

Shih Hsin students complain about lack of licensed software; university says it is available in computer labs

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Shih Hsin University’s organizational restructuring has sparked controversy, with students complaining about a lack of licenses for Adobe software. Vice President Lai Cheng-neng said it was difficult to provide individual licenses, but the software is installed in campus computer labs for students to use. He added that courses do not require the use of Adobe products.

Facts

  • More than 10 minutes

Companies mentioned:中央社、Adobe、美圖秀秀、剪映

Cathay United Bank teams up with inline to offer Michelin restaurant booking service and boost cardholder loyalty

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original國泰世華銀行攜手餐飲訂位平台inline推出專屬訂位服務,首波合作逾80家米其林星級與預約困難餐廳,旨在提升卡友黏著度並擴大點數經濟生態圈。

Facts

  • More than 80
  • Original成長3成
  • More than 9,000
  • Surpassed 6 million cards

Companies mentioned:國泰世華銀行、inline

14 Huaxing students hospitalized after eating tung tree seeds; Chiang Wan-an says they are out of danger

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original華興高級中等學校國中部14名學生誤食校園油桐果實出現腹痛、嘔吐等輕症送醫,台北市長蔣萬安表示首批6名學生無大礙,另8名預防性送醫,校方啟動關懷機制並封閉植栽區域。

Facts

  • 14 students
  • The first group of 6 students
  • Another 8
  • Remain in hospital for observation for 1 or 2 days

Companies mentioned:華興高級中等學校、華興中學、台北市政府教育局、台北榮民總醫院

Cho Jung-tai urges swift review of supplementary budget; KMT caucus says Cabinet must explain every expenditure clearly

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original行政院長卓榮泰呼籲立法院於11月底前三讀今年度中央政府追加預算案,國民黨團書記長許宇甄回應稱立法院有憲法賦予的預算審議權,要求行政院清楚說明每筆錢的必要性與編列依據,並指出行政院送審程序可能未合預算法規定。

Facts

  • The supplementary budget totals NT$607.6 billion
  • Original呼籲立法院11月底前三讀
  • Original回溯至7月1日發放的軍公教專業與主管加給
  • This year’s general budget was passed in a third reading on Aug. 14
  • The president promulgated it on Sept. 18
  • Original行政院於9月8日在預算完成法定程序前即送請立法院審議追加預算案

Companies mentioned:行政院、立法院、國民黨團、中央社

Corruption case involving solar power leasing in Changhua’s Yongjing Township; former township chief sentenced to 13 years in first-instance ruling

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Former Yongjing Township chief Chan Mu-gen in Changhua County was accused of directing subordinates to leak information so a favored company could win a solar power leasing contract, and of accepting bribes. He was sentenced to 13 years in the first-instance ruling. Other people involved in the case were also sentenced.

Facts

  • More than NT$3.06 million in bribes
  • Each received more than NT$690,000 in compensation
  • Obtained more than NT$1.9 million in bribes
  • The developer surnamed Chiang received more than NT$470,000 in compensation

Telecom providers move to curb unusually high data usage; FarEasTone sends notices to more than 100 users

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original遠傳電信因作業疏失,將逾百名用戶的異常超高流量管制通知書信封與內容錯置,導致部分客戶收到他人資料。遠傳已致歉並啟動緊急回收、月租減免等補救措施;中華電信與台灣大則表示依契約規範進行公平合理使用管理。

Facts

  • More than 100
  • Monthly fee waived for 2 months
  • Around 50GB
  • TB range
  • 1TB equals 1024GB
  • 4TB is way too much
  • 4000GB

Companies mentioned:遠傳電信、中華電信、台灣大、中央社、國家通訊傳播委員會

China Index Academy releases September home prices in 100 Chinese cities; new homes rise, resale homes fall

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original中指研究院公布2026年9月中國百城房價數據,新建住宅均價月增0.17%、年增2.12%,中古屋均價月減0.6%、年減6.94%。上海中古屋價格由跌轉漲0.11%。近期國務院及財政部等推出多項振興房市政策,包括房貸貼息及銷售制度改革。

Facts

  • RMB 17,285 per square meter
  • Up 0.17% month on month
  • Up 2.12% year on year
  • RMB 12,452 per square meter
  • Down 0.6% month on month
  • Down 6.94% year on year
  • Rose 0.11%
  • A 1-percentage-point interest subsidy

Companies mentioned:中央社記者、中指研究院、中新社、中國房地產資料分析與指數發布機構、中國國務院常務會議、中國財政部

Chinese holidays appear in app; 農業部 apologizes and launches comprehensive review

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

A calendar in 農業部's 農務e把抓 app, which farmers are required to use, listed holidays including China's National Day. 農業部 apologized and launched a comprehensive review.

Facts

  • China's National Day on Oct. 1
  • Army Day on Aug. 1
  • 1151001

Companies mentioned:農業部、中時新聞網、Google Play商店

Taiwan dragon boat team wins gold in Hangzhou; President Lai sends congratulatory message, urges athletes to keep bringing glory

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taiwan's dragon boat team won gold in the elite open 8-person 200-meter event at the 2026 ICF Dragon Boat World Championships. President Lai Ching-te sent a congratulatory message, encouraging the athletes to keep bringing glory to Taiwan.

Facts

  • 2026
  • 8-person
  • 200 meters
  • Original46秒77
  • Original47秒80
  • Original47秒89

Companies mentioned:中央社、運動部

EU diesel hits record high of 81 yuan per liter as Middle East war disrupts fuel supplies

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The EU's average diesel price hit a record high of 2.24 euros per liter (about NT$81), with the Middle East war and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz among factors increasing pressure on fuel supplies.

Facts

  • 2.24 euros
  • About NT$81
  • 1.59 euros
  • 2.50 euros
  • 2.44 euros
  • 2.43 euros
  • 2.39 euros
  • 7 euro cents
  • 2.35 euros
  • 2.37 euros

Kei Nishikori eliminated in first round of Japan Open as illustrious tennis career ends

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Japanese tennis star Kei Nishikori lost to American player Frances Tiafoe in the first round of the Japan Open men's singles, bringing his illustrious professional career to a close.

Facts

  • 4-6, 4-6
  • Now 36 years old
  • 30 years accumulated
  • 2014
  • Ranked No. 4
  • 2015
  • 2016

Companies mentioned:中央社

2,500 disaster prevention specialists to march in National Day parade; 內政部 organizes 5 contingents

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

內政部 said more than 2,500 disaster prevention specialists will form 5 contingents for a parade and presentation at the National Day celebrations. They will include personnel from government agencies, alternative service conscripts and civic groups. Alternative service conscripts will take part in the National Day parade for the first time wearing their new uniforms.

Facts

  • More than 2,500 disaster prevention specialists
  • The number of disaster prevention specialists nationwide is set to reach 200,000
  • Nearly 10 people will lead the singing of the national anthem
  • Since its implementation in 89
  • First uniform change in 25 years

Hsu Jo-hsi returns to top team, pitches 1 scoreless relief inning and reaches 157 kph

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taiwanese pitcher Hsu Jo-hsi of the Japanese professional baseball team 福岡軟銀鷹隊 returned to the top team after recovering from surgery. He pitched 1 scoreless inning in relief in the 8th, reaching a top speed of 157 kph, and helped the team beat 東北樂天金鷲隊 8-2.

Facts

  • Pitched 1 scoreless inning in relief
  • Helped the team win 8-2
  • Pitched 7 innings
  • 8 strikeouts
  • Gave up just 1 run
  • Hit 4 home runs
  • Ended the inning with 11 pitches

Companies mentioned:中央社、福岡軟銀鷹隊、東北樂天金鷲隊

Health Coins program launches; 96,000 people received 300-coin welcome bonus on first day

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The Health Coins program launched today. As of 5 p.m., 96,000 people had logged in and completed the questionnaire to receive a 300-coin welcome bonus. The coins are expected to be redeemable for products starting in December.

Facts

  • 96,000 people
  • 300 coins
  • Starting in December
  • Aged 18 or older
  • Starting in October this year
  • Starting at 10 a.m.
  • 200 Health Coins
  • 100 coins
  • Until 5 p.m.
  • 128,631 people
  • 372,271 visits
  • 107,399 people
  • 96,423 people
  • Starting October 1
  • 1,000 coins
  • Nov. 30
  • For 8 consecutive weeks
  • 3,600 winners drawn each week
  • A NT$200 gift
  • A total of 28,800 spots
  • Dec. 7
  • 200 Apple Watches

Companies mentioned:中央社、健保署、國健署

Revised physical classification standards for conscripts to take effect; 內政部 estimates exemption rate will fall to 8%

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

國防部 announced that revised physical classification standards for conscripts will take effect on the 31st. 內政部 estimates the exemption rate will drop from 16% to 8%, while the number of conscripts in regular service and alternative service will rise by 4,500 and 2,700, respectively.

Facts

  • Officially announced and implemented on the 31st
  • Declining from 16% to 8%
  • South Korea 5%
  • Singapore 3%
  • A total of 189 items were revised
  • The current 26-day basic training for alternative service
  • About 90,000 conscripts undergo physical examinations each year
  • The number of regular-service conscripts will increase by 4,500
  • The number of alternative-service conscripts will increase by 2,700

National Day reception at Taiwan's representative office to the EU; Taiwanese fruit delights guests and becomes a highlight

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taiwan's representative office to the EU held a National Day reception in Brussels. Taiwanese fruits including pineapple, guava and dragon fruit were a highlight, drawing guests to sample them and ask questions.

Facts

  • The evening of Sept. 30
  • 115 National Day reception

Companies mentioned:中央社、自然屋集團

張芳嘉 takes helm of 國研院's Biomedical Science Center; 廖肇寧 named head of Science and Technology Policy Research and Information Center

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

國研院 held handover ceremonies for the heads of 2 centers. 張芳嘉 took over as director of the Biomedical Science Center, while 廖肇寧 became director of the Science and Technology Policy Research and Information Center.

Facts

  • Handover ceremonies for the heads of the 2 centers were held today
  • (Editor: Huang Guolun) 1151001

Companies mentioned:中央訊息、中央社記者、國科會、國家實驗研究院、國研院、國立台灣大學、國立清華大學、美國睡眠專業聯合學會、Vebleo、成功大學

Japan | 国土交通省(29)

Regarding the report on the application by 横浜市 for approval to change the maximum fares for its general route passenger vehicle transportation business (scheduled bus service)

Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省

Original運輸審議会は、横浜市が申請した一般乗合旅客自動車運送事業(乗合バス)の上限運賃変更認可について、国土交通大臣に対して認可することが適当である旨答申した。現行220円均一制から270円均一制への変更であり、平均改定率は15.75%。

Facts

  • Flat fare of 270 yen
  • Current flat fare of 220 yen
  • Average fare revision rate: 15.75%
  • The fare to be implemented is planned to be set at 240 yen
  • Approximately 30 years
  • Original令和7年度は約 22 億円の経常損失
  • Approximately 50 vehicles need to be replaced each fiscal year

Companies mentioned:横浜市、国土交通省、運輸審議会、国土交通大臣

Regarding the report on the application by 日本トランスオーシャン航空株式会社 for permission to operate at a congested airport (Osaka International Airport)

Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省

The Transport Council advised the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism that it would be appropriate to grant 日本トランスオーシャン航空株式会社’s application for permission to operate at congested Osaka International Airport (Itami). The application plans to operate 2 round trips in 1 day on the Osaka–Naha route using Boeing 737-800 aircraft, beginning with the 2026 winter season.

Facts

  • 2 round trips in 1 day
  • 2026 winter schedule period
  • October 25, Reiwa 8 – March 27, Reiwa 9

Companies mentioned:日本トランスオーシャン航空株式会社、全日本空輸株式会社、日本航空株式会社

The centralized application website for Reiwa 9 and 10 competitive bidding eligibility screening (construction and consulting) will open on November 2 — Applications can be submitted to 24 agencies at once; apply first to have a password issued

Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省

24 agencies, including 国土交通省, will open an online centralized application website for Reiwa 9 and 10 competitive bidding eligibility screening (construction and consulting) on November 2, allowing applications to be submitted to all agencies at once.

Facts

  • Applications can be submitted to 24 agencies at once
  • Application deadline (Monday, December 28)

Companies mentioned:国土交通省、東日本高速道路株式会社、中日本高速道路株式会社、西日本高速道路株式会社、首都高速道路株式会社、阪神高速道路株式会社、本州四国連絡高速道路株式会社、独立行政法人水資源機構、独立行政法人都市再生機構、日本下水道事業団、独立行政法人鉄道建設・運輸施設整備支援機構、法務省、財務省、文部科学省、厚生労働省、農林水産省、経済産業省、環境省、防衛省、最高裁判所、内閣府、東北地方整備局、関東地方整備局

Announcement of the Outlook for Contracts for Construction and Construction Consulting Services, etc., in Fiscal Year Reiwa 8

Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省

The Government Buildings Department of 国土交通省 announced its outlook for contracts, from the October period of Fiscal Year Reiwa 8 onward, covering 3 construction projects and 1 construction consulting service, etc.

Facts

  • Construction projects: 3
  • Construction consulting services, etc.: 1

Companies mentioned:国土交通省、経済産業省、衆議院、外務省

Discussing how to create a virtuous cycle and accelerate the innovation ecosystem through the use of AI! — 41st Meeting of the Technical Committee, Technical Subcommittee of the Council for Social Infrastructure and the Council for Transport Policy —

Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省

国土交通省 will hold the 41st meeting of the Technical Committee, Technical Subcommittee of the Council for Social Infrastructure and the Council for Transport Policy, on October 5, Reiwa 8, to discuss creating a virtuous cycle and accelerating the innovation ecosystem through the use of AI.

Facts

  • 41st Technical Committee
  • 6th 国土交通省 Basic Technology Plan
  • Up to 2 lines

Companies mentioned:Microsoft Forms、Adobe Acrobat Reader

15th Meeting of the Committee on the Maintenance and Management of Airport Facilities — Discussing Seismic Measures (Measures Against Ground Deformation) at Reclaimed-Land Airports —

Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省

国土交通省航空局 will hold the 15th meeting of the Committee on the Maintenance and Management of Airport Facilities, which examines how airport facilities should be maintained and managed, on October 8, Reiwa 8, to discuss seismic measures (measures against ground deformation) at reclaimed-land airports.

Facts

  • 15th
  • October 1, Reiwa 8
  • December, Heisei 24
  • October 8, Reiwa 8
  • 15:00~17:00
  • Shoyu Kaikan, 2nd floor
  • 3-chome, 3-ban, 1-go
  • October 5
  • 17:00

Companies mentioned:国土交通省、国土交通省航空局、東洋大学、東京理科大学、東京都市大学、北海道大学

Holding the 1st Committee Meeting on the Housing Noise Prevention Measures Subsidy Program

Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省

国土交通省 will hold the Committee on the Housing Noise Prevention Measures Subsidy Program on October 5, Reiwa 8, to consider measures to address the deterioration of soundproof doors and windows installed in the past under the housing soundproofing grant program for aircraft noise.

Facts

  • PDF format: 296 KB
  • October 5, Reiwa 8
  • 15:00~17:00

Companies mentioned:国土交通省、日本大学、門山泰明法律事務所、一般財団法人小林理学研究所、&BIZ conference

Applications Open for the 4th National Sea Restoration and Blue Infrastructure Award — Recognizing Initiatives That Contribute to Improving Coastal Environments, Carbon Neutrality, and More —

Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省

一般財団法人みなと総合研究財団 announced that applications for the 4th National Sea Restoration and Blue Infrastructure Award, which recognizes initiatives contributing to improved coastal environments and carbon neutrality, will be accepted from October 1 to November 20, Reiwa 8. The award is sponsored by 国土交通省, and the award ceremony is scheduled for late February, Reiwa 9.

Facts

  • 4th
  • October 1, Reiwa 8
  • Nov. 20
  • 1 year or more

Companies mentioned:一般財団法人みなと総合研究財団、国土交通省、関西エアポート株式会社、一般財団法人セブン-イレブン記念財団

Taking Japan’s Port Decarbonization Assessment Method Overseas — International Guidelines for CNP Certification Published —

Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省

国土交通省 and 国際荷役調整協会 jointly published international guidelines for CNP certification, which assesses decarbonization at container terminals, on October 1.

Facts

  • Published on October 1
  • Multiple levels, from level 1 to 5

Companies mentioned:国土交通省、国際荷役調整協会、ICHCA

Deliberations on Revising the Minimum Wage for the Fishing Industry (Skipjack Tuna and Tuna) — Meeting of the Expert Committee on the Minimum Wage for the Fishing Industry (Skipjack Tuna and Tuna), Seafarers Committee, Maritime Subcommittee of the Council for Transport Policy —

Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省

海事局 of 国土交通省 will hold the Expert Committee on the Minimum Wage for the Fishing Industry (Skipjack Tuna and Tuna) on October 5, Reiwa 8, to deliberate on revising the minimum wage.

Facts

  • October 5, Reiwa 8
  • 10:00~11:30
  • 2 people each

Companies mentioned:国土交通省、海事局、全日本海員組合、日本かつお・まぐろ漁業協同組合、全国近海かつお・まぐろ漁業協会、明治大学、法政大学

Recall notification (BMW BMW X2 xDrive20i and other models)

Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省

ビー・エム・ダブリュー株式会社 notified the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism of a recall on October 1, Reiwa 8, due to a defect in the head unit control program in BMW and MINI models.

Facts

  • Number of defects: 2
  • Number of accidents: 0

Companies mentioned:ビー・エム・ダブリュー株式会社、BMW、MINI、バイエリシェ モーターヴェルケ社

Please ensure tire changes are carried out properly when switching to winter tires!

Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省

In light of the increase in wheel detachment accidents involving heavy vehicles to 128 in Fiscal Year Reiwa 7, 国土交通省 will conduct a campaign to prevent wheel detachment accidents involving heavy vehicles, urging thorough maintenance and proper work when changing to winter tires.

Facts

  • 128
  • 120 cases
  • 8 cases
  • Approximately 50%
  • 90% or more

Improving Safety and Environmental Performance Through Proper Vehicle Maintenance — 33rd Meeting of the Study Group on Advancing Automotive Maintenance Technology —

Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省

国土交通省 will hold the 33rd meeting of the Study Group on Advancing Automotive Maintenance Technology on October 13, Reiwa 8, to address challenges including advancing automotive maintenance technology, securing personnel, and improving productivity.

Facts

  • 33rd
  • Reiwa 8
  • Oct. 1
  • Heisei 24

Companies mentioned:国土交通省、東京工科大学、片柳研究所、いどうばた会議、芝浦工業大学、日本自動車工業会、日本自動車輸入組合、日本自動車整備振興会連合会、日本自動車車体整備協同組合連合会、日本自動車機械器具工業会、日本自動車機械工具協会、全国自動車大学校・整備専門学校協会、全国自動車短期大学協会、自動車技術総合機構、軽自動車検査協会、AP新橋

Ensuring Safe and Reliable Chartered Bus Operations — Covert Ride-Along Inspections to Be Conducted Again This Fiscal Year —

Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省

国土交通省 will conduct covert ride-along inspections by private-sector investigators from October, Reiwa 8, through February, Reiwa 9, to ensure the safe operation of chartered buses.

Facts

  • Since Fiscal Year Heisei 29
  • October, Reiwa 8–February, Reiwa 9

Companies mentioned:国土交通省、Adobe Acrobat Reader

Second Call for Applications for the Subsidy Program to Strengthen Logistics Hub Functions (Subsidies for Introducing Emergency Power Facilities and the Project to Promote the Development of Transportation Systems for Relief Supplies During Disasters)

Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省

国土交通省 has opened a second call for applications for the Subsidy Program to Strengthen Logistics Hub Functions, which supports the installation of emergency power facilities at logistics facilities and transportation training for relief supplies during disasters. The subsidy rate is up to 1/2, with a maximum of 15 million yen for installing power facilities and 5 million yen for training costs. Applications will be accepted from October 1 to November 30, Reiwa 8.

Facts

  • Original上限1,500 万円
  • Original上限500 万円
  • Up to 1/2

Companies mentioned:NTTデータ戦略株式会社、国土交通省

Emergency Railway Safety Liaison Meeting — Preventing Recurrence of Struck-By Accidents During Track Work —

Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省

Original国土交通省は、東武鉄道日光線新鹿沼駅で除草作業中の作業員と特急列車が接触し4名が死亡した事故を受け、再発防止対策を議論するため緊急鉄道保安連絡会議を開催する。

Facts

  • 4 people killed
  • August 20, Reiwa 8
  • October 23, Reiwa 8

Companies mentioned:東武鉄道、東武鉄道株式会社、JR各社、東日本旅客鉄道株式会社、西日本旅客鉄道株式会社、京阪電気鉄道株式会社、富山地方鉄道株式会社

Holding the 8th Study Group Meeting on Systems to Promote the Calculation and Assessment of Building Life-Cycle Carbon — Discussing the Direction of Specific System Design Ahead of the System’s Launch in Fiscal Year 2028 —

Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省

Ahead of the launch in Fiscal Year 2028 of the building life-cycle carbon assessment system established under the amended Building Energy Efficiency Act, 国土交通省 will hold the 8th study group meeting to discuss the direction of specific system design, including unified calculation rules.

Facts

  • Fiscal 2028
  • Approximately 40%
  • 2050
  • 2020
  • October 5, Reiwa 8
  • 9:30~11:30
  • October 2
  • 15:00

Companies mentioned:TKP新橋カンファレンスセンター、幸ビルディング、芝浦工業大学、(一社)セメント協会、慶應義塾大学、(一財)住宅・建築 SDGs 推進センター、(一社)日本 LCA 推進機構、(株)日本政策投資銀行、(国研)産業技術総合研究所、(一社)日本冷凍空調工業会、東京大学、(一社)日本建設業連合会、東京大学未来ビジョン研究センター、(一社)日本鉄鋼連盟、日本大学、帝京科学大学、東京農工大学、(一社)板硝子協会、東京都環境局、(一社)不動産協会、日本設計、CASBEE、(一社)住宅生産団体連合会、(一社)日本ビルヂング協会連合会、(公社)全国ビルメンテナンス協会、建材設備コミッショニング協会、(一社)建築設備技術者協会、(公社)日本建築家協会、(一社)日本建築構造技術者協会、(公社)日本建築士会連合会、(一社)日本建築士事務所協会連合会、(公社)日本建築積算協会、(一社)日本設備設計事務所協会連合会、(一社)JBN・全国工務店協会、(一社)全国建設業協会、全国建設労働組合総連合、(一社)日本空調衛生工事業協会、日本免震構造協会、ウレタンフォーム工業会、(一社)ALC 協会、塩ビ工業・環境協会、押出発泡ポリスチレン工業会、火山性ガラス質材料工業会、キッチン・バス工業会、(一財)建材試験センター、国産材製材協会、(一社)石膏ボード工業会、せんい強化セメント板協会、(一社)全国 LVL 協会、(一社)全国コンクリート製品協会、全国陶器瓦工業組合連合会、全国生コンクリート工業組合連合会、(一社)全国木材組合連合会、断熱建材協議会、(一社)日本アルミニウム協会、(一社)日本インテリア協会、(一社)日本エクステリア工業会、(一社)日本ガス石油機器工業会、日本カーペット工業組合、日本金属サイディング工業会、(一社)日本金属屋根協会、(一社)日本建材・住宅設備産業協会、日本建築仕上材工業会、日本合板工業組合連合会、(一社)日本サッシ協会、(一社)日本産業機械工業会、(一社)日本 CLT 協会、日本集成材工業協同組合、(一社)日本伸銅協会、日本接着剤工業会、日本繊維板工業会、日本暖房機器工業会、(一社)日本電機工業会、(一社)日本電線工業会、(一社)日本フローリング工業会、日本複合・防音床材工業会、(一社)日本壁装協会、(一社)日本防水材料協会、日本木材防腐工業組合、(一社)日本木製サッシ工業会、(一社)日本窯業外装材協会、(一社)日本レストルーム工業会、発泡スチロール協会、フリーアクセスフロア工業会、(一社)フローリング協会、木造住宅接合金物協会、(一社)リビングアメニティ協会、ロックウール工業会、(一社)ESCO・エネルギーマネジメント推進協議会、(一社)再生可能エネルギー長期安定電源推進協会、JPEA 太陽光発電協会、石油連盟、電気

Large-Scale Comprehensive Tsunami Disaster Prevention Drill Based on a Nankai Trough Earthquake to Be Held in 愛媛県 — Large-Scale Live Exercises on Land, at Sea and in the Air with Partner Organizations to Strengthen Disaster Preparedness —

Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省

愛媛県 will conduct a large-scale comprehensive tsunami disaster prevention drill based on a Nankai Trough earthquake on November 8, Reiwa 8. The drill is organized by 7 organizations, including 国土交通省, 愛媛県 and 宇和島市, with 警察, 消防, 自衛隊 and 海上保安庁 coordinating live exercises on land, at sea and in the air.

Facts

  • November 8
  • 9:00~11:30
  • 9:00~13:30
  • M8 4・
  • M9 0・

Companies mentioned:国土交通省、愛媛県、宇和島市、八幡浜市、西予市、伊方町、愛南町、四国南海トラフ地震対策戦略会議、警察、消防、自衛隊、海上保安庁、Adobe、YouTube

Compiling Measures to Address Sediment Disasters in Light of Changing Conditions Surrounding the National Land — 3rd Meeting of the Study Group on Future Sediment Disaster Countermeasures —

Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省

国土交通省 will hold the 3rd meeting of the “Study Group on Future Measures Against Sediment Disasters” on Reiwa 8, October 13, to discuss population decline, climate change, aging erosion-control facilities and other challenges, and to work toward compiling recommendations.

Facts

  • Reiwa 8, October 13 (Tue.)
  • Original10時00分~12時00分
  • Thursday, October 8
  • Until 17:00
  • 1 person (individual)
  • 1 company (organization)
  • 1 line

Companies mentioned:国土交通省、千葉大学、東京都立大学、筑波大学、公益財団法人名古屋まちづくり公社、東京大学、名古屋大学、熊本県阿蘇市、立命館大学、群馬大学、Microsft Forms、Adobe Acrobat Reader

OriginalTEC-FORCE予備隊員により被災地方公共団体への支援体制を強化 ~令和8年度は全国で計499名を登録~

Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省

Original国土交通省は10月1日、令和8年度の「TEC-FORCE予備隊員」を全国で499名登録し、災害時の支援体制を強化した。

Facts

  • 499 nationwide in total
  • 157 more than the previous fiscal year
  • Original令和7年度の...342名を登録

The 7th steering committee meeting of 国土交通省’s “Transportation Gaps” Elimination Headquarters will be held! ~Progress since the 6th meeting of 国土交通省’s “Transportation Gaps” Elimination Headquarters~

Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省

国土交通省 will hold the 7th steering committee meeting of the “Transportation Gaps” Elimination Headquarters on Reiwa 8, October 5, to review progress in efforts to eliminate transportation gaps.

Facts

  • 7th
  • 6th
  • 2026
  • October 5
  • 14:30~16:30

Companies mentioned:国土交通省、観光庁

Summary of Minister Ibayashi's press conference

Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省

Minister Ibayashi reported on an inspection of the Kumamoto earthquake site, the response to bid-rigging in condominium repairs, and the launch of a green technology recruitment drive at the Yokohama Green Expo. During the Q&A, he addressed regulations on private lodging, a Board of Audit finding concerning bridge seismic retrofitting work, and the response to the suspension of JR東日本 substitute bus services due to Typhoon 25.

Facts

  • About 40 related companies
  • More than 80%
  • 1,128 units
  • About 53,000 people

Companies mentioned:国土交通省、公正取引委員会、JR東日本、日本バス協会

Summary of Minister Ibayashi's press conference

Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省

Minister Ibayashi announced 3 emergency measures in response to flooding around Lake Inba caused by Typhoon 25: lowering the water level, emergency repairs to the breach, and increasing the number of drainage pump vehicles. He also answered questions on records of foreign land acquisitions, shifting talks on 8 loss-making JR北海道 routes to a government-led process, the start of construction and opening outlook for the Linear Chuo Shinkansen, and flood-control measures.

Facts

  • 68 notifications filed
  • Land area: 124 ha
  • To be expanded to 30 vehicles
  • Lake Inba’s water level, at about 3.0 m
  • The normal water level of 2.3 m
  • 11 drainage pump vehicles dispatched
  • 18 pump vehicles moved forward to a staging area near the site
  • 800 mm in the Izu Islands
  • 500 mm in Shizuoka Prefecture
  • More than 450 mm in Chiba Prefecture

Companies mentioned:国土交通省、JR北海道、JR東海、水資源機構、関東地方整備局、気象庁

Summary of Minister Ibayashi’s inaugural press conference

Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省

Ibayashi Tatsunori, the new Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, held an inaugural press conference and outlined plans to strengthen disaster response, revive the shipbuilding industry and advance infrastructure projects such as shinkansen lines under the Takaichi Cabinet’s growth strategy, respond to the situation in the Middle East, and refresh organizational culture through the integration of ministries and agencies.

Facts

  • September 18, 2026 (Friday)
  • 3 Japan-related vessels
  • Reiwa 8 Kumamoto Earthquake
  • Original令和9年度予算概算要求

Summary of Minister Kaneko's press conference

Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省

Summary of outgoing Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Minister Kaneko’s press conference. Citing achievements during his 332 days in office, he pointed to disaster response to the Kumamoto earthquake and Chiba heavy rains, the revival of the shipbuilding industry, and the promotion of autonomous driving. He said he expected the incoming minister, Ibayashi, a former 国土交通省 official, to bring strong practical expertise.

Facts

  • My term in office has reached 332 days
  • Today’s farewell press conference marks exactly the 80th since my inaugural press conference
  • My thoughts after about 1 year as Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism
  • It has been 16 years since the Liberal Democratic Party last had one of its members appointed Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism
  • My political career to date spans 26 years
  • This is the 4th major disaster to hit Kumamoto Prefecture in the past 10 years
  • 15 meetings of 国土交通省’s Emergency Disaster Response Headquarters were held
  • Repairs to the main water pipes were completed about 1 month after the disaster
  • In about 2 weeks, general vehicles were able to travel on the entire Kyushu Expressway
  • The entire Kyushu Shinkansen line is expected to be restored on September 18
  • On August 27, the government’s Emergency Disaster Response Headquarters compiled a “package to support disaster victims’ livelihoods and businesses”
  • Of 国土交通省’s approximately 60,000 employees
  • About 80% of 国土交通省’s approximately 60,000 employees work on the ground in local areas, at regional development bureaus, regional transport bureaus, the Japan Coast Guard, the Japan Meteorological Agency and other organizations
  • It also secured more than 2 trillion yen in public works funding for the first time since 国土交通省 was established

Summary of Minister Kaneko's press conference

Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省

Minister Kaneko of 国土交通省 announced the establishment of a committee to investigate and consider measures for water-related disasters following the Chiba heavy rains, as well as an agreement by GO, Waymo and 日本交通 on Japan’s first fully driverless taxi service. He also discussed an investigation into a chimney collapse caused by the Kumamoto earthquake, measures against pluvial flooding, and the Kyushu Reconstruction Support Discount.

Facts

  • Tuesday, September 15, 2026
  • The 3 parties, GO, Waymo and 日本交通
  • By the end of 2027
  • 10,000 vehicles
  • Exceeding 60 m in height

Companies mentioned:GO、Waymo、日本交通、日本製紙

Summary of Minister Kaneko's press conference

Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省

Minister Kaneko of 国土交通省 announced the early start of provisional operations at the container terminal at Yatsushiro Port and additional approvals under a shipbuilding industry revitalization fund for 大島造船所, 川崎重工業, 新来島どっくグループ, 内海造船 and 三菱造船. He also answered questions on private lodging regulations, the former Kagawa Prefectural Gymnasium, the initial budget request, conversion of the Yonesaka Line to bus service, and a shortage of technical staff.

Facts

  • Provisional operation of the gantry crane during October
  • Investment totaling 1 trillion yen from the public and private sectors
  • On September 4
  • Over the next about 10 years
  • Investment totaling about 600 billion yen
  • A further 5 plans
  • Investment totaling about 280 billion yen
  • Up to 98 billion yen
  • 8 in total
  • About 900 billion yen in total
  • In July this year
  • Requested a total of 8,769.4 billion yen

Companies mentioned:九州地方整備局、高市内閣、大島造船所、川崎重工業、新来島どっくグループ、内海造船、三菱造船、自民党、公明党、JR東日本

Summary of Minister Kaneko's press conference

Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省

Minister Kaneko of 国土交通省 answered questions on the results of his inspection of areas hit by heavy rains in Hokuriku, a chimney fire at 日本製紙’s Yatsushiro Mill, the effects of preventive traffic closures at underpasses, and the Uetsu and Hokuriku Shinkansen lines.

Facts

  • More than 1,400 homes were damaged
  • More than 1,900 residential buildings were confirmed damaged in total
  • There were 10 people injured
  • 2 vehicles were submerged
  • 1 person died

Companies mentioned:日本製紙、気象庁

Summary of Minister Kaneko's press conference

Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省

Minister Kaneko of 国土交通省 reported on the establishment of a headquarters for recovery and reconstruction following the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto earthquake, the results of his inspection of areas affected by the Chiba heavy rains and measures against pluvial flooding, and approval of supply assurance plans from 3 companies using a shipbuilding industry revitalization fund. Questions addressed challenges in weather forecasting technology, the response to the suspension of excavation in the Kitasinagawa section of the Linear Chuo Shinkansen, and policy on rising prices for newly built condominiums.

Facts

  • Friday, September 4, 2026

Companies mentioned:国土交通省、今治造船、多度津造船、ジャパン マリンユナイテッド、名村造船所、函館どつく、JR東海、気象庁

Japan | PR TIMES(26)

Style and Value Japan makes a full-scale entry into the longevity business, centered on its proprietary Humicle® fulvic acid minerals

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Original株式会社スタイルアンドバリュージャパンは、独自原料『Humicle®』フルボ酸ミネラルを核に、健康長寿領域におけるBtoB事業(共同研究、共同開発、IPライセンス、原料供給)を本格展開する。

Facts

  • In 2006
  • Established in August 2006

Companies mentioned:株式会社スタイルアンドバリュージャパン、Style and Value Japan、立命館大学

Turning pesticide-free herbs destined for disposal into 100% natural incense. Kumamoto’s Yamato Town herb tea brand BLANCO TEATAILOR and incense brand クリスタルインセンス will release “Holy Basil and Lemongrass Incense” on Oct. 23

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Incense brand クリスタルインセンス, operated by キャンプ女子株式会社, and BLANCO TEATAILOR, a herb tea brand based in Yamato Town, Kumamoto, will release their jointly developed “Holy Basil and Lemongrass Incense,” made with pesticide-free herbs that were destined for disposal, on Oct. 23, 2026. It costs ¥7,700 (tax included) and contains about 60 sticks.

Facts

  • 7,700 yen (tax included)
  • Approx. 60 sticks per pack
  • First 50 items
  • On sale Friday, October 23, 2026

Companies mentioned:キャンプ女子株式会社、BLANCO TEATAILOR、合同会社ChiefPeak、クリスタルインセンス、CRYSTAL INSENCE、BLANCO ICE CREAM

[Oct. 7 (Wed.), free admission] What lies ahead for Japanese food businesses seeking to enter global markets? Jforward, which supports overseas expansion, will hold its networking event “TAMARIBA in Tokyo” at WeWork Kamiyacho

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社Jforward will hold “TAMARIBA in Tokyo,” a free networking event focused on supporting the overseas expansion of Japanese food businesses, at WeWork Kamiyacho on Oct. 7, 2026.

Facts

  • 3 locations: New York, Paris and Japan
  • Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026
  • About 90%
  • Established: November 2016

Companies mentioned:株式会社Jforward、WeWork、一般財団法人 ジャパンフードアライアンス、株式会社TNC、株式会社Tribeat

株式会社クロスアイ relocates headquarters to Shinsencho, Shibuya Ward, amid business growth

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社クロスアイ relocated its headquarters on Oct. 1, 2026, amid business growth, to the 8th floor of Forum Shibuya Shinsen in Shinsencho, Shibuya Ward, Tokyo.

Facts

  • Oct. 1, 2026
  • 8-1
  • 8F
  • 03-6822-3522

Companies mentioned:株式会社クロスアイ

《NU: Carnival - Bliss》 × 《DRAMAtical Murder》 collaboration finally arrives! Limited-time “CYBERNEtical Paradox” event revealed! Set off on an adventure together into an unknown world──

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

The “CYBERNEtical Paradox” collaboration event between 『NU: Carnival - Bliss』 and 『DRAMAtical Murder』 begins on Oct. 1, 2026. Content including a limited-time gacha, a fully voiced story and login bonuses will be available.

Facts

  • Today (the 1st)
  • After the update on Oct. 1, 2026
  • Through Nov. 5
  • Gems x600
  • Gems x500
  • Log in for a cumulative total of 10 days
  • Log in for a cumulative total of 7 days

Companies mentioned:Darkwind Ltd.、NITRO CHiRAL、NITRO ORIGIN

Amazon refreshes 4 Kindle models, including the Kindle (16GB), with slimmer, lighter and faster designs and a flat front across all models, and launches them in Japan

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Amazon launched 4 Kindle models in Japan on Oct. 1, featuring slimmer, lighter and faster designs. The models adopt a new design and offer an expanded range of colors.

Facts

  • Thursday, October 1
  • Kindle (16GB)
  • Kindle (32GB)
  • Improved by about 30%
  • Lasts up to 6 weeks
  • Lasts up to 12 weeks
  • Lasts up to 8 weeks
  • ¥29,980
  • ¥33,980
  • ¥39,980
  • ¥44,980
  • ¥51,980
  • ¥56,980
  • ¥5,180
  • ¥11,980
  • ¥31,980
  • ¥53,980
  • Nov. 11

Companies mentioned:Amazon、アマゾンジャパン合同会社

Pianist 稲積陽菜 to hold “Premium Afternoon Concert” in Fukuoka

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Pianist 稲積陽菜 will hold a “Premium Afternoon Concert” at Daimyo MK Hall in Fukuoka on Oct. 17, 2026. Tickets cost ¥3,000 for general admission and ¥10,000 for VIP. The event is organized by 株式会社Aillio and produced by 株式会社タクティカート.

Facts

  • Oct. 17, 2026
  • 3,000 yen
  • 10,000 yen

Companies mentioned:株式会社Aillio、株式会社タクティカート、teket

『LIVE A HERO -Live a Hero!-』 to hold 6th anniversary campaign!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

ライフワンダーズ合同会社, the operator of 『LIVE A HERO -Live a Hero!-』, announced that it will hold login bonuses, special quests and a comeback campaign to mark the game’s 6th anniversary on Sept. 30, 2026.

Facts

  • Celebrating its 6th anniversary
  • As of Sept. 30, 2026
  • Original2026/10/01(木) 20:00より
  • Original2026/11/05(木) 14:00まで
  • By logging in for a cumulative total of 7 days
  • Earn up to 200 Aether Crystals
  • Can be used to upgrade a hero to Rank 6, Lv. 60
  • At least 30 days have passed since the last login
  • At least 150 days have passed since the previous comeback campaign was triggered
  • For 14 days from when the comeback campaign is triggered

Companies mentioned:ライフワンダーズ合同会社、Lifewonders, LLC

THE ALLEY’s fall and winter menu arrives Oct. 1! Brown sugar milk tea can now be made with any tea base

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

THE ALLEY, operated by 株式会社ポトマック, will launch its fall and winter menu on Oct. 1, 2026. The brown sugar milk tea series will offer a choice of 5 tea bases, alongside rich milk teas and fruit teas.

Facts

  • Oct. 1, 2026
  • M ¥680
  • L ¥790
  • M ¥660
  • L ¥770
  • M ¥690
  • L ¥800
  • M ¥670
  • L ¥780
  • M ¥650
  • L ¥760

Companies mentioned:株式会社ポトマック、THE ALLEY

Winners of the 2026 “Critical Care Award” and “Healing and Comfort Environment Award” announced; new award established to recognize employment of people with disabilities

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

集中出版株式会社 has selected the winners of its 2026 awards, including the “Healing and Comfort Environment Award,” “Excellence in Employment of People with Disabilities Award” and “Critical Care Award.” The newly established award for disability employment recognizes facilities that exceed the legally mandated employment rate. A forum and concert will be held on Dec. 13.

Facts

  • FY2026
  • December 13
  • 2002
  • 2008
  • Oct. 31
  • Nov. 20

Companies mentioned:集中出版株式会社、社会医療法人財団石心会、第二川崎幸クリニック、社会医療法人厚生会、中部国際医療センター、地方独立行政法人山形県・酒田市病院機構、日本海総合病院、日本赤十字社、松山赤十字病院、国立研究開発法人 国立精神・神経医療研究センター、京都大学、北里大学、NTT東日本関東病院、医療法人雄心会青森新都市病院、公益財団法人ときわ会、特定非営利活動法人卒後臨床研修評価機構、公益財団法人日本心臓財団、梼原町立松原診療所、UNIVERSITY CAMBRIDGE JAPAN CONSULTING SUPERVISOR Co. Ltd.、一般社団法人日本の医療の未来を考える会、株式会社AIメディカルサービス

Match start time changed: March 6, 2027, 岡山リベッツ vs. 静岡ジェード

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

OriginalTリーグは、2027年3月6日に開催される岡山リベッツ対静岡ジェードの試合開始時間を13:00から14:00に変更すると発表した。

Facts

  • March 6, 2027
  • 13:00
  • 14:00

Companies mentioned:一般社団法人Tリーグ、ノジマTリーグ、岡山リベッツ、静岡ジェード

Originalイオン×Tリーグ イオン店舗にてパブリックビューイング開催

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

OriginalTリーグは、全国のイオン・イオンスタイル等の対象店舗にて、ノジマTリーグ公式戦のパブリックビューイングを開催する。

Facts

  • Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026
  • Saturday, March 6, 2027

Companies mentioned:一般社団法人Tリーグ、イオン、ノジマTリーグ、日本生命レッドエルフ、木下アビエル神奈川、岡山リベッツ、金沢ポート、トップおとめピンポンズ名古屋、日本ペイントマレッツ、木下マイスター東京、静岡ジェード、九州カリーナ、琉球アスティーダ、T.T彩たま、京都カグヤライズ

This Halloween, ordinary is boring. Adults, children and dogs can dress up and take center stage at “WHATAWON HALLOWEEN 2026,” opening Oct. 1 in Kishiwada, Osaka

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株式会社antiqua will hold “WHATAWON HALLOWEEN 2026” at the entertainment mall “WHATAWON” in Kishiwada, Osaka, from Oct. 1 to Nov. 1, 2026. Events will include a costume parade and slime-making workshop, along with sales of Halloween-themed drinks and merchandise.

Facts

  • Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
  • Sunday, Nov. 1
  • 650 yen (tax included)

Companies mentioned:株式会社antiqua、WHATAWON

“BRAIN GOLF Ohashi,” an indoor golf lounge for a limited membership of 85, to grand-open in the Nakameguro and Ikejiri-Ohashi area on Oct. 1, 2026

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三喜工業株式会社 will grand-open “BRAIN GOLF Ohashi,” a members-only indoor golf lounge in Ohashi, Meguro Ward, Tokyo, on Oct. 1, 2026. The fully reservation-only facility is limited to 85 members and offers private rooms with 3 bays equipped with UNEEKOR launch monitors.

Facts

  • 3 bays in total
  • Also equipped with 2 covered parking spaces
  • 100% subsidiary

Companies mentioned:三喜工業株式会社、BRAIN株式会社、UNEEKOR

Event Report: Rakugo performer Shunputei Ichinosuke named ambassador for the 60th anniversary of Taruzake! “Kikumasamune Taruzake Fair at KITTE Osaka” opens

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Kikumasamune Sake Brewing named rakugo performer Shunputei Ichinosuke as its ambassador to mark the 60th anniversary of its taruzake launch. From Oct. 1, it is holding a fair in collaboration with 19 restaurants at KITTE大阪, with a new commercial airing and a ceremonial sake-barrel opening.

Facts

  • 60th anniversary
  • 19 restaurants
  • 2 new commercials
  • Thursday, October 1
  • Saturday, Oct. 31

Companies mentioned:菊正宗酒造株式会社、KITTE大阪、JPタワー大阪

Originalアンリ・シャルパンティエ「フィナンシェ」年間販売実績で9度目のギネス世界記録™認定!半世紀以上愛され続ける代表作。

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株式会社シュゼット・ホールディングス, which operates the Western confectionery brand “アンリ・シャルパンティエ,” announced that its signature product, the Financier, received Guinness World Records™ recognition for the 9th time based on its annual sales in 2025. To mark the occasion, it will release a limited-edition assortment, “The Financier <Quatre Saisons>,” in October 2026.

Facts

  • Approximately 32 million pieces
  • 9th time
  • 2,700 yen

Companies mentioned:株式会社シュゼット・ホールディングス、アンリ・シャルパンティエ

Sports × voice analytics × well-being: Leafras signs basic business agreement with PST on the use and business development of voice analytics platform “VOISLOG®”

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リーフラス株式会社 has signed a basic business agreement with PST株式会社 covering the use and sale of the voice analytics platform “VOISLOG®.” After first introducing it to employees and instructors, the company plans to expand its use in the future to its approximately 70,000 members nationwide and overseas markets.

Facts

  • All 47 prefectures nationwide
  • More than 4,500 schools
  • Approximately 70,688 members
  • 31 academic papers
  • 62 international conferences
  • 53 domestic academic conferences
  • 19 domestic patents
  • 12 overseas patents
  • Capital: 480,000,000 yen
  • Capital: 784,666,480 yen

Companies mentioned:リーフラス株式会社、PST株式会社

Dream muscle collaboration between the anime Baki-Dou and “クリスタルジム”!

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株式会社TBSグロウディア is launching a collaboration between the anime Baki-Dou and “クリスタルジム,” produced by Noda Crystal of 吉本興業’s comedy duo マヂカルラブリー. Plans include merchandise featuring specially drawn illustrations, a POPUP store and in-store events.

Facts

  • An anime streaming and airing since 2026
  • 3 comedians: Noda Crystal (マヂカルラブリー), Aoki Macho and Shinya
  • Events will begin in sequence from Oct. 1, 2026
  • POPUP stores to open in Tokyo and Osaka from Oct. 9
  • Friday, Oct. 9–Thursday, Oct. 22
  • Opened in Shinjuku in July 2021

Companies mentioned:株式会社TBSグロウディア、TBSグロウディア、吉本興業、マヂカルラブリー、クリスタルジム、トムス・エンタテインメント、アニまるっ!、TBS、MBS、メガスポーツ、東京キャラクターストリート、紀伊國屋書店、グランフロント大阪店

Japan Terroir 2026 is coming back this year! 50 products selected by buyers to go on sale. A pop-up store project hosted by 全国商工会連合会 with 4 retailers (信濃屋食品, 大野屋商店, 自然食品F&F and 日本百貨店)

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The Japan Terroir 2026 project has been announced. The pop-up store, hosted by 全国商工会連合会 with 4 retailers including 信濃屋食品, will sell 50 products selected by buyers.

Facts

  • 50 products
  • 213 products
  • 4 retailers

Companies mentioned:Japan Global Association株式会社、全国商工会連合会、信濃屋食品、大野屋商店、自然食品F&F、日本百貨店

A practical neuroscience guide to rethinking the body, written by a former JRA jockey: “Neuroscience for Therapists and Trainers: How the Command Center Transforms the Body,” on sale Oct. 6.

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株式会社セルバ出版 will release “Neuroscience for Therapists and Trainers: How the Command Center Transforms the Body,” by former JRA jockey Hokuto Miyazaki, on Oct. 6, 2026. Based on applied neuroscience, the book explains how the body works for therapists and trainers.

Facts

  • October 6, 2026
  • List price: 3,520 yen
  • Length: 312 pages
  • 6 areas to check in the field
  • 9-step process
  • Ranked No. 1 across a total of 7 categories
  • Has coached more than 16,000 people in total
  • More than 50,000 subscribers

Companies mentioned:株式会社セルバ出版、Amazon、株式会社Le grand chariot、Functional Neuro Training、IMTルッカ高等研究所、国際脳マッピング学会、一般社団法人 日本体芯力協会、Z-Health

Operations of Hokkaido Spaceport (HOSPO) to transition to a concession model

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Taiki Town, Hokkaido, announced that it will transfer operating rights for the town-owned Hokkaido Spaceport (HOSPO) to SPACE COTAN株式会社 under a concession model, with the company set to begin operations on Oct. 1, 2026.

Facts

  • Oct. 1, 2026
  • Sept. 30, 2041
  • April 2021
  • 1,000 m long
  • Extended by 300 m
  • Current total length is 1,300 m

Companies mentioned:SPACE COTAN株式会社、インターステラテクノロジズ株式会社

Students in Nagasaki Prefecture discover tourist attractions from a fresh perspective and introduce them on a digital map. They welcome more than 10,000 visitors coming for the marathon and take part in shaping the town’s future.

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Students in Nagasaki Prefecture are carrying out a tourism promotion project for participants in the Nagasaki Music Fest Marathon, introducing hidden local attractions on a digital map. The project is planned and operated by 一般社団法人メタ観光推進機構 and 株式会社3in, with map-making workshops beginning in September 2026.

Facts

  • An embankment road stretching approximately 8 kilometers
  • More than 10,000 runners gather from Japan and overseas
  • It is important to bring 1 million people together in one place, but
  • it is important to create 100 tourist destinations that attract 10,000 people each
  • 100 locations
  • Connect the event to “tourism that lasts 100 years”

Companies mentioned:株式会社3in、トランスコスモススタジアム、東京マラソン財団、一般社団法人メタ観光推進機構、株式会社ゼンリン、KMTホールディングス株式会社、株式会社マブスットジャパン、長崎放送株式会社、株式会社テレビ長崎、株式会社エフエム長崎、株式会社Eiji

ニッカホーム九州支社 holds 2027 graduate job-offer ceremony in Hakata, as 10 prospective hires take their first step toward next spring

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On Oct. 1, 2026, ニッカホーム九州支社 held a job-offer ceremony in Hakata for 10 prospective graduates joining the company in 2027, sharing its corporate philosophy and announcing assignments. The company has hired more than 100 new graduates for 3 consecutive years.

Facts

  • 10 prospective hires
  • Scheduled to join in April 2027
  • More than 100 hires
  • Large-scale hiring for 3 consecutive years
  • Capital: 80 million yen
  • Employees: 1,860 across the group
  • Annual sales: 81.88 billion yen across the group
  • Projects completed: 88,842 across the group
  • Over 900,953 cumulative construction projects completed

Companies mentioned:ニッカホーム株式会社、ニッカホーム九州支社、ニッカホーム中部支社、ニッカホーム西日本支社、ニッカホーム関東支社

The “Tokyo FM Rohi” show’s first solo event: Ryoko Hirosue to appear alongside Kimyo Reitaro and Ryohei Shima! “Tokyo FM Rohi presents ‘Tsure-kai 2026’”

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Ryoko Hirosue will appear at “Tsure-kai 2026,” the first solo event by TOKYO FM’s “Tokyo FM Rohi” program, to be held on Dec. 6, 2026. She will perform with Hikorohee, Kimyo Reitaro and Ryohei Shima (The Dresscodes). Tickets cost 8,800 yen.

Facts

  • Dec. 6, 2026
  • 8,800 yen

Companies mentioned:TOKYO FM、株式会社エフエム東京

ネクライトーキー announces one-man tour at QUATTRO venues in Tokyo, Nagoya and Osaka!

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ネクライトーキー announced that it will hold its one-man tour, “Go Go Talkies! Regular Concert ~QUATTRO Edition~ 2027,” at QUATTRO venues in Tokyo, Nagoya and Osaka in January 2027. The announcement also includes information about its ongoing nationwide joint-bill tour and latest EP, “煙とブルー e.p.”

Facts

  • January 2027
  • ¥5,800
  • ¥5,000
  • 3 cities in Tokyo, Nagoya and Osaka
  • Release: Wednesday, August 5, 2026

Companies mentioned:日本コロムビア株式会社、ネクライトーキー、Fanicon、ローチケ、イープラス、ぴあ、ticket-frog

Where do purchased brand-name bags go? NUIR VINTAGE, where more than 80% of customers are visitors to Japan, to begin accepting items at “買取ぬあ,” a purchase counter that shows where items are sold, on Oct. 1!

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NUIR VINTAGE, operated by 株式会社ペンギントレード, will launch its brand-name goods purchasing counter, 買取ぬあ, at its Harajuku store on Oct. 1 and its Shibuya Center-gai store on Oct. 3. Leveraging its strength in attracting many visitors to Japan, the company will offer appraisal services that clarify where items are sold, through its directly operated stores and trade auctions.

Facts

  • More than 80% of customers
  • Oct. 1, 2026
  • October 3
  • All 5 locations
  • All 8 locations
  • April 2027

Companies mentioned:株式会社ペンギントレード、NUIR VINTAGE、買取ぬあ、ペンギンオークション

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Golden Horse 63 / 《狂忘警探》 leads with 11 nominations; Shu Qi vies for best new director [Full list]

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The 63rd Golden Horse Awards announced its nominations, with 《狂忘警探》 leading the field with 11. Shu Qi received 10 nominations for 《女孩》, which she wrote and directed, and is in the running for best new director. Meanwhile, the Taiwan Outstanding Filmmaker of the Year award went to colorist Chou Chia-sheng, and director Yu Kan-ping received the Lifetime Achievement Award.

Facts

  • 63rd Golden Horse Awards
  • A total of 587 films were submitted
  • 92 feature films
  • 3 animated films
  • 60 documentaries
  • 294 narrative shorts
  • 71 documentary shorts
  • 67 animated shorts
  • Received 10 nominations, including best narrative feature and best supporting actress
  • This year's Golden Horse Awards will be held on Nov. 22

Companies mentioned:金馬執委會、台北流行音樂中心

Original兒盟:逾2成青少年對容貌焦慮 每日仍超過一半時間戴口罩

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞

Original兒福聯盟發布2026年調查報告指出,逾2成青少年對容貌焦慮,即使防疫口罩令解除,仍有23.5%學生每日超過一半時間戴口罩,顯示長時間戴口罩已與外貌感受及容貌焦慮有關。

Facts

  • 23.5%
  • 7%
  • 78%
  • 29.2%
  • 54.7%
  • 47.8%
  • 37.2%
  • 47.5%
  • 10,342

Companies mentioned:兒福聯盟、兒盟

活化勝 continues airing ads with illegal efficacy claims despite fines; 食藥署 urges local authorities to impose harsher penalties

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞

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Facts

  • Fines totaling NT$3.08 million
  • Impose a further NT$1.8 million fine

Companies mentioned:活化勝、食藥署、嘉義市衛生局、雲林縣衛生局、嘉義縣衛生局

Shutout win in battle for top 10; Hsieh Su-wei and Liang En-shuo assured of bronze in Asian Games women's doubles

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞

Original謝淑薇與梁恩碩在名古屋亞運網球女雙8強賽中,以6比2、3比6、10比0逆轉擊敗日本組合清水綾乃與小堀桃子,晉級4強並保底奪得銅牌。

Facts

  • 6-2
  • 3-6
  • 10-0
  • 12 years

Village chief candidate in Zhongli District suspected of vote-buying after handing out 600-yuan Mid-Autumn scholarships; released on 100,000-yuan bail

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞

A Wang-surname village chief candidate in Zhongli District, Taoyuan, was suspected of vote-buying after handing out 600-yuan Mid-Autumn scholarships and was released on 100,000-yuan bail by the Taoyuan District Prosecutors Office. A Chen-surname village chief candidate in Xiluo Township, Yunlin, and a Liang-surname township representative candidate in Xiulin Township, Hualien, are also under investigation over suspected vote-buying involving voter registration changes and banquets with cash gifts, respectively.

Facts

  • A 600-yuan scholarship for each person
  • Registered as living in the village for at least 4 months
  • Ordered released on 100,000 yuan bail
  • 16 defendants and related witnesses summoned for questioning
  • Starting in March this year
  • Persuaded 12 friends and relatives they knew
  • Chen-surname defendant released on 100,000-yuan bail
  • 16 people in total
  • Cash gifts ranging from 1,000 to 2,000 yuan distributed

Yilan County government announces new ATV rules; operators may apply to operate within designated areas of Dong’ao

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞

Original宜蘭縣政府公告《宜蘭縣沙灘車活動管理自治條例》草案,擬規範東澳南北溪特定範圍內沙灘車經營合法化,要求業者提供安全說明與保險;新法預計最快明年上路,但引發生態衝擊疑慮,宜蘭縣野鳥學會建議進行生態檢核。

Facts

  • Expected to take effect as early as next year

Companies mentioned:宜蘭縣政府、觀光署、宜蘭縣議會、宜蘭縣野鳥學會、宜蘭縣工商旅遊處

Former 北科大 professor Wang Longchang’s corruption case retried after 14 years; acquitted

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞

Former 北科大 professor Wang Longchang was implicated in a corruption case. After 14 years, the High Prosecutors Office’s request for a retrial was approved, and the court ordered a retrial in May 2026 and acquitted him. Wang thanked his family, friends, students and lawyers for standing by him in court, saying that justice delayed is still justice.

Facts

  • 2004
  • 2012
  • 2017
  • 2024
  • This year (2026)
  • Original5月

Companies mentioned:北科大

Zhang Zheng-wei takes Asian Games compound bow singles silver after South Korea hits 12 straight 10-point arrows

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞

Taiwan archer Zhang Zheng-wei defeated competitors from the Philippines, China and Vietnam to reach the final of the men’s compound bow singles at the Asian Games. He ultimately lost to South Korea’s Kim Jong-ho 145-149, winning a silver medal and Taiwan’s 12th silver of this Asian Games.

Facts

  • 10-point arrows
  • Scored 28 points
  • Scored 29 points
  • 9 10-point arrows in total
  • Scored a perfect 90
  • 115 points
  • 119 points
  • The gap widened to 4 points
  • Perfect score of 30 points
  • 145 points
  • 149 points
  • 12th silver medal

National Chung Hsing University team develops AI motion-sensing smart shirt, replacing the mouse with body-movement commands

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞

A materials science team at 中興大學 has developed an AI motion-sensing smart shirt that uses friction-generated static electricity from bending joints to power the device and convert movements into control commands. It requires neither a battery nor a mouse and has potential for mass production, with future applications in gaming, AR/VR and medical rehabilitation.

Companies mentioned:中興大學、國立中興大學

國科會 backs 7 semiconductor institutes; 台大 receives 300 million to build cleanroom and support research

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞

國科會 is backing 7 semiconductor institutes. 台大 has received 300 million in funding and will contribute an additional 100 million to establish a cleanroom and install advanced equipment. The facilities will support research into 2-nanometer processes, in-situ cross-sectional scanning microscopy and chip cooling systems, helping train talent to meet industry demand.

Facts

  • Received 300 million in funding
  • Install 11 advanced semiconductor process and measurement tools
  • Support 8-inch wafer processing
  • Contribute an additional 100 million
  • Including 2-nanometer processes
  • Research findings presented 2 times

Companies mentioned:國科會、台大

陸軍八軍團 night training in Kaohsiung; self-propelled gun collides with mortar vehicle, injuring 1 noncommissioned officer

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞

陸軍八軍團 was conducting night training in Qieding, Kaohsiung, late on September 30 when a self-propelled gun collided with a mortar vehicle, lightly injuring a Lin-surname noncommissioned officer in his 20s, who was taken to hospital.

Facts

  • September 30
  • 1 vehicle
  • In his 20s

Companies mentioned:陸軍八軍團、564旅、國軍、全球防衛雜誌

Yunlin County’s first legally authorized union strike; more than 700 艾杰旭 employees to strike for 3 days from 10/5

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞

In Yunlin County’s first case of a union obtaining legal strike rights under the Labor Union Act, more than 700 艾杰旭 employees are launching a 3-day strike from October 5. They are dissatisfied that the company has had no general wage increase system in its 25 years of operation, and say negotiations have yielded no response.

Facts

  • We began negotiations with management in April this year (2026)... and set October 5 for a strike involving all members
  • Demanding a 5% pay increase for all employees
  • Because employees are dissatisfied that the company has had no general wage increase system in its 25 years of operation

Companies mentioned:艾杰旭

Cabinet approves supplementary budget to stabilize prices; proposes 180.9 billion in aid for 中油 and 台電

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞

To stabilize prices, 行政院 plans to add 180.935 billion to the budget for 台電 and 中油, and inject an additional 233.834 billion into 中油 to improve its financial structure and advance energy infrastructure projects. The relevant bills must be submitted to the Legislative Yuan for review.

Facts

  • A total of 180.935 billion is expected to be allocated
  • Original合計吸收700多億元成本
  • Accumulated losses have reached 371.1 billion
  • An allocation of 71.104 billion is expected
  • An allocation of 101.431 billion is expected
  • An estimated 8.38 billion will be budgeted for household LPG price-gap subsidies
  • Original0.2億元儲槽補助
  • A total of 8.4 billion in additional funding
  • Also budget NT$233.834 billion to increase 中油’s capital
  • 中油’s debt ratio is forecast to reach 98% by year-end

Companies mentioned:行政院、經濟部、台電、中油

Original民眾「左流感右新冠」施打疫苗 可累積1350健康幣兌換商品

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞

Original衛福部推動「左流感右新冠」雙重接種政策,民眾可累積1350健康幣兌換商品;今年公費流感疫苗採購突破700萬劑,第一階段自10月1日起開放65歲以上等對象接種。

Facts

  • 3-valent vaccine
  • Starting October 1
  • Aged 65 and above
  • 11 eligible groups
  • 9 categories eligible for publicly funded vaccines
  • Starting Nov. 2
  • Ages 50 to 64
  • At least 18 years old
  • 11 o'clock
  • 1 hour
  • 23,000 people
  • 430 people
  • 7 million doses
  • 200,000 doses

Companies mentioned:衛福部、臺大醫院

Mandarin Airlines cuts Hualien-Kaohsiung service to 5 flights per week; Taichung route maintained, but further cuts remain possible

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞

Original花蓮華信航空因載客率低迷,將飛高雄航線由每週7班減至5班,台中航線維持3班但未來可能再減;立榮航空亦申請停飛台北花蓮航線。民航局統計顯示花蓮航線上半年平均載客率跌破3成,創3年來新低,引發對地方交通與觀光復甦的擔憂。

Facts

  • Originally 7 flights per week
  • Temporarily maintaining 3 flights per week
  • Original載客率持續低於2成
  • Original平均載客率跌破3成
  • A new 3-year low

Companies mentioned:華信航空、立榮航空、民航局

Taiwan team defeats Vietnam in 英雄聯盟 esports to reach Asian Games gold-medal match

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞

Taiwan’s 英雄聯盟 esports team defeated Vietnam in straight 2 games in the Asian Games semifinals to reach the gold-medal match. Its opponent will be South Korea, led by Faker. The coach and players said they would get into top form and compete for victory.

Facts

  • 7 events
  • Yesterday (30)
  • Original直落2
  • 2-0
  • Original百分之百

Companies mentioned:英雄聯盟、Faker

Taiwan ranks 5th globally in per capita financial assets at 5.94 million; securities assets surge 17.7%

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞

According to the 2026 Global Wealth Report by 德國安聯集團, Taiwan’s net financial assets per capita reached 164,470 euros (about NT$5.94 million), ranking 5th globally. Total household financial assets in Taiwan rose to 4.5 trillion euros, with securities assets posting strong annual growth of 17.7%. Labor funds earned a cumulative NT$2.3227 trillion in the first 8 months, with 台積電’s rising share price providing a major boost. Scholars, however, warned that low wages remain a serious problem, making it harder for people who do not invest to feel the benefits of growing wealth.

Facts

  • Equivalent to about NT$5.94 million
  • 164,470 euros
  • Ranked 5th globally
  • Reached 268.4 trillion euros
  • Annual growth rose to 8.6%
  • Increased 8.7% to 4.5 trillion euros
  • Annual growth of 17.7%
  • The share rose to 34.9%.
  • Earned a cumulative NT$2.3227 trillion in the first 8 months of this year
  • Return rate of 29.45%
  • Total fund assets reached NT$9.1092 trillion
  • Closed at 48,353 points
  • Rose 413 points
  • 台積電 also closed at NT$2,510

Companies mentioned:德國安聯集團、中央大學台經中心、勞動部勞動基金運用局、台股、台積電

US senator urges Trump to deliver arms sales to Taiwan; deputy foreign minister says Taiwan respects US considerations

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞

A US senator urged the Trump administration to deliver a $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan. Deputy Foreign Minister Chen Ming-chi said Taiwan respects US considerations. President Lai Ching-te presided over a promotion ceremony for senior military officers and stressed that the armed forces and Coast Guard must work closely together to respond to changing maritime conditions.

Facts

  • $14 billion
  • More than 20

9 students fall ill after school lunch at 民族國小; Chiang Wan-an says initial medical examination indicates gastroenteritis

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞

Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an said that norovirus infection could not be ruled out after 9 students at 民族國小 developed gastroenteritis symptoms following lunch. Samples have been sent for testing, and results are pending. Democratic Progressive Party candidate Puma Shen suggested establishing a dedicated law on school lunches to regulate food sources and budgets.

Facts

  • 87 students in the junior high division of 成淵高中

Companies mentioned:民族國小、成淵高中、金華國中

Original杜拜航空副機長持刀刺殺機長 飛行中班機1分鐘2度急墜

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞

A 杜拜航空 flight bound for Israel was in the air when its Omani co-pilot stabbed the Indian captain with a knife and attempted to crash the plane. Passengers and the other pilots subdued him, and the aircraft diverted to Saudi Arabia. All 180 people on board were safe. 杜拜航空 has suspended the flights involved.

Facts

  • 2 hours and 15 minutes after taking off from Dubai
  • In less than a minute
  • It plunged sharply twice
  • From an altitude of 34,000 feet
  • Plunging to 17,000 feet
  • A straight downward dive at a 90-degree angle
  • Two signals were sent in succession
  • Another 2 pilots
  • The 180 passengers on board
  • 3 passengers sustained minor injuries

Companies mentioned:杜拜航空

Survey: Teenagers with appearance anxiety wear masks; girls outnumber boys by 2.3 times

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞

A survey by 兒盟 found that nearly one-quarter of teenagers wear masks for more than half of each day, mainly to conceal their appearance and emotions. More than one-third experience appearance anxiety, with the proportion among girls 2.3 times that among boys.

Facts

  • Nearly one-quarter of teenagers
  • For more than half of each day
  • More than one-third experience appearance anxiety
  • The proportion among girls is 2.3 times that among boys

Companies mentioned:兒盟

東森集團 chairman Wang Ling-lin acquitted on appeal after more than 10 years of litigation over prison corruption case

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞

東森集團 chairman Wang Ling-lin, whose prison corruption case had been in litigation for more than 10 years, was acquitted on appeal.

Facts

  • More than 10 years of litigation
  • Sentenced Su Qing-jun to 16 years
  • Wang Ling-lin received a 2-year-and-2-month prison sentence
  • After 11 years of legal proceedings

Companies mentioned:東森集團、東森

Influencer enters water to retrieve sunglasses at Sicao Green Tunnel; could face maximum fine of 3000 under National Park Act

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞

An influencer entered the water to retrieve sunglasses at Sicao Green Tunnel in Tainan, potentially violating the National Park Act. 台江國家公園管理處 and 台南市觀旅局 have launched investigations, and the maximum fine could be NT$3,000.

Facts

  • A maximum fine of NT$3,000
  • The maximum fine could reach NT$3,000
  • Article 13

Companies mentioned:台江國家公園管理處、四草大眾廟、保七、台南市觀旅局

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