Taiwan stocks hit record high but fail to lift currency; NT dollar closes at 31.83, posts weekly decline
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan stocks closed at a record high but failed to lift the exchange rate. The New Taiwan dollar edged up to 31.83 against the US dollar late in the session amid central bank intervention, but posted a cumulative weekly depreciation of 0.16%.
光寶科 announced approval of an NT$8.85 billion capital expenditure investment for its Kaohsiung branch and plans to acquire electric vehicle charging software company AmpUp through its US subsidiary to strengthen its energy management software capabilities.
Still going all out to win despite securing Taiwan Series berth; Yeh Chun-chang: This is fairer
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 中華職棒味全龍隊 secured a berth in the Taiwan Series early. Manager Yeh Chun-chang said the team would still go all out to win, saying this would be fairer to other teams competing for playoff berths.
US defense contractors seek closer cooperation with Taiwan to help boost self-defense capabilities
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
US defense contractors AEVEX and Shield AI hope to deepen cooperation with Taiwan and help strengthen its self-defense capabilities. The companies are partnering respectively with 中光電智能機器人公司（CiRC） and Taiwan's supply chain, and are participating in a Navy drone tender.
Facts
Cumulative delivery of 10,000 drones by the end of this year
The VANDAL drone has a flight range of 486 kilometers
Payload of 4.5 kilograms
The ONYX drone has a flight range of 270 kilometers
Payload of 13.6 kilograms
Has now grown to 11 people
Expected to grow to 20 people within 1 year
With a continuing budget of NT$36 billion
Procure 280 shipborne intelligent vertical takeoff and landing drones
Foreign investors make net purchases of NT$2.621 billion in Taiwan stocks; add more than 80,000 lots of 友達, the most
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Foreign investors made net purchases of NT$2.621 billion in Taiwan stocks today, with 友達 leading as they added more than 80,000 lots. Taiwan stocks closed at a record high of 48475.74 points.
Facts
Net purchases of NT$2.621 billion in Taiwan stocks
Net purchases of 81,467 lots of 友達
Rose 122.25 points
Closed at 48475.74 points
Trading value of NT$898.174 billion
Investment trusts made net purchases of NT$4.91 billion
Guardians start Tsai Yuan-hua-chen at shortstop in key game; Goto hopes he brings a different atmosphere
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 中華職棒富邦悍將 arranged for rookie Tsai Yuan-hua-chen to start at shortstop in a crucial game as they pursue a playoff berth. Manager Goto Mitsutaka said he hoped the player would bring a different atmosphere and gain experience.
China's ambassador to the US: Beijing and Washington should put guardrails on AI, not compete
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Chinese Ambassador to the US Xie Feng said in a recent interview with Newsweek that China and the US, both major powers in artificial intelligence, have a special responsibility to “put guardrails” and “install brakes” on AI, rather than “compete” or “draw an iron curtain.” Xie said the two sides held their first AI dialogue in September and agreed to meet again in November. They also agreed to establish a channel for communicating about AI incidents, with the hope that AI could become a new area of cooperation between China and the US.
Facts
Chinese President Xi Jinping made a state visit to the US from Sept. 23 to 25
Trump said at an event in Washington on Sept. 29
The two sides held their first artificial intelligence dialogue in September
Trump reportedly consulted AI chatbot Grok before ordering capture of Venezuelan president
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
US President Donald Trump reportedly consulted Grok, an AI chatbot developed by Elon Musk's xAI, before ordering the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, and concluded from its advice that the operation would receive support.
The 交通部 proposed an amendment to change the allocation of traffic fines from earmarking at least 12% to fully dedicating the funds to road safety and enforcement. It could take effect as early as Minguo year 117 and is expected to provide more than NT$20 billion annually. 民眾黨團 criticized the proposal for still allowing the purchase of technology-based enforcement equipment, contrary to the spirit of the referendum, and said it would continue to push for amendments.
Facts
Could take effect as early as 117
The statutory earmarking rate, currently at least 12%
Expected to provide more than NT$20 billion annually
But the 交通部 was originally only willing to raise it to 30%
Taiwan-Japan co-produced film selected for Tokyo festival competition; Taiwan showcase to screen 5 films
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 39th Tokyo International Film Festival will be held from Oct. 26 to Nov. 4 and is expected to screen 204 films. The Taiwan-Japan co-production “My Dear Monster Child” was selected for the main competition. The “Taiwan Cinema Renaissance 2026” showcase, organized in collaboration with the 文化部's 台灣文化中心 in Japan, will screen 5 works.
Hsiao attends Kiwanis handover ceremony, says quiet contributions by private groups show social resilience
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim attended the handover ceremony of the 國際同濟會台灣總會, praising its long-standing commitment to children and social services as an example of social resilience. KMT Chair Cheng Li-wun and Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen also attended.
Free reservation-based ride-sharing service launches on trial basis in 3 remote villages in Yuanli, Miaoli County
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Yuanli Township in Miaoli County has launched a reservation-based ride-sharing service for remote areas, combining a research project by the 國科會 with donated vehicles from the 裕隆集團. The service is being piloted in the 3 villages of Shizhen, Jiaopu and Nanshi, and will be free through the end of this year.
US-China AI talks set for November; Chinese state media outlines 3 areas
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The US and China have agreed to hold AI talks in November. Chinese state media outlet 「玉淵譚天」 outlined three areas for advancing specific issues: discussing AI risk classifications, defining the scope of notifications about risk incidents, and placing AI governance within a broader framework for US-China exchanges.
Ho Hsin-chun promotes “333 Fengyuan Mountain Line Innovation”; Chiang Chi-chen vows to usher in Taichung's Golden Decade
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Democratic Progressive Party candidate for Taichung mayor Ho Hsin-chun has proposed the “333 Fengyuan Mountain Line Innovation” platform, promoting balanced regional development. Kuomintang candidate Chiang Chi-chen released a campaign video, vowing to lead Taichung into its “Golden Decade.”
Lee Szechuan unveils gender equality policy, pledges to top up parental leave pay to 100%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Lee Szechuan, the Kuomintang's New Taipei mayoral candidate, announced a gender equality policy, pledging that if elected he would use the city government's budget to top up parental leave pay to 100% and establish a city-level gender equality office.
Nanya Technology announced on behalf of its subsidiary, 南亞科技國際有限公司, that its board had approved a cash capital increase totaling US$2.1 billion (approximately NT$66.8 billion), mainly to reduce the parent company's foreign-exchange hedging costs.
東海大學's Luce Chapel restoration project won in the “Conservation and Restoration” category of the 7th National Cultural Heritage Preservation Awards. The project received a subsidy of NT$32.3 million from the Ministry of Culture and reopened on Sept. 26, 2024.
Taiwan defense technology hackathon focuses on drones, resilient communications and 4 other areas
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Taiwan Defense Technology Hackathon (TDTH 2026) opened today at 台灣大學. It is co-hosted by the 歐洲國防科技創新社群 (EDTH), 台大無人載具研發設計中心 and 國防安全研究院. The event focuses on four areas: drones, resilient communications, GNSS-denied navigation and edge artificial intelligence. It has attracted about 70 participants and aims to foster cooperation between Taiwan's and the international defense technology ecosystems, while accelerating the validation and application of technology prototypes.
Facts
TDTH 2026
About 70 participants in total
Could be completed in as little as about 60 to 90 days
Asian Games: Zhang Zhu-han takes silver in canoe slalom, jokes that a paddle blade hit her and woke her up
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwanese canoe slalom athlete Zhang Zhu-han won silver in the women's extreme slalom at the Nagoya Asian Games, achieving her goal of reaching the podium at 4 consecutive Asian Games. She joked that she slipped during the race and a paddle blade hit the corner of her eye, instantly waking her up and helping her shake off the shadow of yesterday's loss.
Facebook page hacked and flooded with AI short dramas; Taipei City’s Geotechnical Engineering Office says it has regained control
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Taipei City Public Works Department’s Geotechnical Engineering Office Facebook page, “臺北大地誌,” was hacked, and Chinese AI short dramas were posted for 6 consecutive days. The office reported the incident to police, filed a complaint with Meta and notified the Ministry of Digital Affairs. With assistance from multiple parties, it has regained administrative access and resumed normal operations.
Facts
For 6 consecutive days
28 Chinese AI short dramas appeared
From Sept. 24 to Sept. 29
Administrative access was successfully restored today at 2:40 p.m.
Brief rain in the north and east on the 3rd, with rain spreading in the afternoon; temperatures drop next week, with lows of 20 degrees
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Central Weather Administration forecaster Zheng Jieren said the northeast monsoon will affect Taiwan’s weather today and tomorrow, bringing brief showers to the north, east and Hengchun Peninsula. Another northeast monsoon will strengthen from the 5th, lowering lows to around 20 degrees in central and northern Taiwan and the east. In addition, Typhoon Caiyun continues to strengthen and will not directly affect Taiwan, but some coastal areas should watch for long-period swells starting on the 7th.
Facts
Highs around 29 to 31 degrees Celsius
32 to 34 degrees in other areas
Lows around 20 to 24 degrees
Highs in central and southern Taiwan will remain around 30 to 32 degrees
Markets await U.S. jobs data; Asian shares close mixed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Markets focused on U.S. employment data and Federal Reserve interest-rate policy. Asian shares closed mixed amid escalating tensions in the Middle East and rising oil prices.
Free movie screenings, cash and daily necessities kits alleged to be vote-buying; New Taipei prosecutors indict 3 borough chief candidates
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The New Taipei District Prosecutors Office found that 3 borough chief candidates in Banqiao, Zhonghe and Xinzhuang were respectively involved in vote-buying through free movie screenings, cash handouts and gifts of daily necessities kits. They have been indicted for violating the Election and Recall Act.
Chen Nien-chin narrowly loses to Indian opponent, wins silver in women’s boxing at Nagoya Asian Games
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwanese boxing standout Chen Nien-chin narrowly lost 2-3 to India’s Huda in the 65-kilogram gold-medal bout at the Nagoya Asian Games, taking silver.
The KMT caucus proposed raising the universal cash payout to NT$20,000 and submitted a special act draft. The Executive Yuan’s 116年度 general budget proposal and 115年度 supplementary budget proposal will be referred to committee for review after their first reading at the Legislative Yuan today.
Facts
KMT Legislative Yuan caucus proposes raising the amount to NT$20,000
A universal cash payment of NT$10,000 next year
Tax revenue exceeded forecasts by NT$528.3 billion last year
A total of NT$230 billion
This year’s tax revenue is forecast to exceed estimates by more than NT$1 trillion
Original若同樣以40%推算約為4000多億元
The 116年度 central government general budget proposal totals NT$3.9266 trillion
The budget for the NT$10,000 universal cash payout is NT$235.7 billion
The 115年度 central government general budget supplementary proposal has a budget of NT$607.6 billion
Japan considers additional sanctions on Russia targeting shadow fleet; Putin says responsibility lies with Japan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Japanese government is considering additional sanctions on Russia targeting oil tankers in the “shadow fleet” that evade sanctions. Putin said he is willing to cooperate with Japan but reiterated that Japan is responsible for the deterioration in Japan-Russia relations.
Two more Trump-Xi meetings possible in 2026; China’s economy will affect outcomes
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Analysts say there may still be two opportunities for U.S.-China leader meetings, known as “Trump-Xi” summits, in 2026, but pressure on China’s economy and the implementation of purchase commitments will affect progress in trade and the outcome of tariff negotiations.
Yemen Civil War Intensifies; 聯軍 Led by Saudi Arabia Accuses 青年運動 of Attacking Power Substation in Holy City
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
聯軍 led by 沙烏地阿拉伯 accused Yemeni rebels, the “青年運動,” of attacking a power substation in Medina on September 29. The facility supplies electricity to the Prophet’s Mosque. 青年運動 denied involvement.
Nguyen Fengyi’s “Happy Days” Selected for Tokyo Film Festival; First Poster Featuring Shuhua and a Cat Unveiled
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Director Nguyen Fengyi’s new film “Happy Days” has been selected for the World Focus section of the Tokyo International Film Festival. The production team released a poster featuring Shuhua and a cat, and the film is scheduled to open in Taiwan next year.
The October 2, 2026 ASEAN news briefing covers developments across several countries: nearly 300 Vietnamese stocks will transfer to the Ho Chi Minh City exchange; the 歐盟 is providing 3.5 million euros to improve workers’ rights in Laos; Singapore is driving a recovery through airport expansion and digital transformation; the Philippines has risen in the tourism development index; Myanmar signed a memorandum of cooperation at the China-ASEAN Expo; Malaysian SMEs are temporarily exempt from minimum wage increases; Thailand announced a national chip strategy; Cambodia is accelerating legislation to regulate digital assets; and Indonesia’s trade surplus widened in August.
Facts
Nearly 300 stocks
December 28
December 23
3.5 million euros
About 32,000 people
A new 5-year plan
To be implemented from 2026 to 2030
Ranked 57th
Up 8 places
Among 110 economies
The 7th-fastest progress globally
Rose from 64th to
Rose to 29th
Rose from 80th to
Rose to 49th
Also rose from 93rd to
Rose to 73rd
Increased by 43%
Rose to 38th place
Increased from 3.1% to
Increased to 5.8%
About 30 rice varieties on display
Signed 5 memorandums of cooperation
6 member companies
3 of the member companies
Nearly half of Malaysia’s workforce
Employing 8.09 million people
Accounting for 48.7% of the national workforce
Over the next 4 years
Create more than 230,000 jobs
Expected by 2030
Attract about 500 billion baht
Before 2050
More than 2.5 trillion baht
Expand to US$3.55 billion
About NT$112.5 billion
Total exports reached US$26.61 billion
Up 6.72% year on year
Companies mentioned：河內證券交易所、胡志明市證券交易所、VnExpress、越南證券交易所、歐盟、國際勞工組織、樟宜機場、世界經濟論壇、緬甸食米聯合會、Myanmar Rice Federation、中國-東協博覽會、CAEXPO、緬甸環球新光報、Global New Light of Myanmar、星報、The Star、泰國投資促進委員會、BOI、柬中時報、柬埔寨國家銀行、證券監管局、印尼統計局
蟑螂人民黨 Launches Another Protest in India, Demands Election Commission Chair Resign
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is facing a new wave of pressure as the Gen Z-led 蟑螂人民黨, student groups and advocacy organizations stage protests demanding that Election Commission chair Kumar resign over a voter-roll revision dispute. Protesters accused the commission of manipulating the rolls to benefit Modi’s 印度人民黨, while police detained some opposition leaders and sealed off the area.
Facts
Among the 3 Election Commission members
Two had formally objected
Companies mentioned：中央社、路透社、美聯社、印度快報、The Indian Express、印度亞洲國際新聞社、ANI、印度人民黨、蟑螂人民黨、Cockroach Janta Party、CJP
Penghu Ferry Makes Trial Tourism Voyage from Anping to Magong, Opening a New Chapter for Island Tourism
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Penghu Ferry today completed its first trial tourism voyage from Anping to Magong, carrying 520 domestic tourists on a 3-day, 2-night trip and opening a new chapter in linking island tourism between Tainan and Penghu.
Facts
Carrying 520 domestic tourists
Setting off on a 3-day, 2-night, cruise-style island-hopping trip between 2 cities
Departed Anping Port at 12 p.m. today
Arrived and docked at Magong at 3:20 p.m. today, 10 minutes ahead of schedule
Nanying Activity Center Opens! Su Chiao-hui Secures NT$8 Million in Funding Through “Central-Local Cooperation” and Coordinates Across Agencies to Resolve Land Issues
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
New Taipei City mayoral candidate Su Chiao-hui attended the opening ceremony of Yingge’s Nanying Civic Activity Center. The project was completed through cooperation between central and local governments, with Su securing NT$8 million in funding and coordinating to resolve land issues, aiming to improve local public spaces.
Facts
New Taipei City mayoral candidate Su Chiao-hui attended the opening ceremony for Yingge’s “Nanying Civic Activity Center” on the 2nd.
Su Chiao-hui successfully secured NT$8 million in central government funding for construction of the Nanying Civic Activity Center.
The site of the Nanying Civic Activity Center is next to the Yingge River and had previously involved land coordination issues.
Su Chiao-hui helped coordinate with the 10th River Management Branch of the Water Resources Agency, Ministry of Economic Affairs, to remove obstacles to the project.
Su Chiao-hui and New Taipei City councilors Cho Kuan-ting and Su Hung-chin jointly advanced the activity center project at the central and local levels.
Ebola Death Toll Tops 4,000! Congo Struggles to Enforce Prevention Measures as Residents Call the Virus a “Government Hoax”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Democratic Republic of the Congo is experiencing its 17th Ebola outbreak, with the death toll exceeding 4,000. With no vaccine for the virus strain and residents distrustful of the government, prevention efforts have ground to a halt.
Facts
The death toll in the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s 17th Ebola outbreak has surpassed 4,000.
The DRC has recorded a cumulative 8,300 confirmed cases nationwide, with a fatality rate of 48.4%.
Marie-Célestine Kalondwa, a local official from Congo’s ruling party, was killed in an attack by a mob after supporting quarantine measures.
Some residents in Congo believe the Ebola virus and outbreak are a hoax fabricated by the government and Western countries.
Cho Jung-tai’s “Ocean Current Crew Member Certificate” Display in Legislative Chamber Sparks Controversy? She Alleges Election and Recall Act Violation: Thanks Wu Szu-yao for Providing Evidence
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
KMT lawmaker Wang Hung-wei accused Executive Yuan Premier Cho Jung-tai of displaying a “crew member certificate” for “Project Ocean Current” by Shen Po-yang, the DPP’s Taipei mayoral candidate, in the legislative chamber, alleging a violation of the Election and Recall Act and saying she would file a complaint.
Facts
KMT lawmaker Wang Hung-wei accused Executive Yuan Premier Cho Jung-tai of displaying Shen Po-yang’s campaign material in the legislative chamber, allegedly violating the Election and Recall Act.
The “crew member certificate” displayed by Cho Jung-tai bears the number 123422 and is part of Shen Po-yang’s “Project Ocean Current.”
Wang Hung-wei said she would file a complaint with the relevant authorities under her real name over Cho Jung-tai’s conduct.
Article 104-1 of the Election and Recall Act stipulates that anyone who violates Article 50 is subject to up to 三 years in prison.
Former President Tsai Ing-wen once asked on social media what to do next after receiving a crew member certificate.
An estimated more than 120,000 people have taken part in “Project Ocean Current.”
A Single “Thank You” Reveals a Single Mother’s Worries About Her Child’s Education; 星鴻租管’s Year-Round Scholarships Support a Mother and Daughter’s Daily Lives, Giving Them Hope to Pursue Their Dreams as Well as a Stable Home
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
星鴻租管 is supporting a single mother and daughter in Chiayi through a scholarship exclusively for tenants. Staff member Yang Chih-huang reached out and helped with the application. After it was approved, they received assistance for 12 consecutive months, reflecting the company’s social responsibility in extending housing justice to educational support.
Facts
Yang Chih-huang, a staff member at 星鴻租管’s Chiayi office, helped a single mother who qualifies as a low- to middle-income household and a family in special circumstances apply for a tenant-exclusive scholarship.
The scholarship application was submitted in April and approved on June 25, with funding authorized for 12 consecutive months.
The “星鴻星華” tenant-exclusive scholarship launched by 星鴻租管 selects 3 households each month to receive support.
星鴻租管 reminds tenants to watch out for scams impersonating the “星鴻．星華社會住宅補助中心.”
The daughter who received assistance was then in fourth grade in elementary school, and maintained an “excellent” average academic performance.
Hebe Tien breaks down in tears after losing to AI in singing! She tearfully says, “I can’t sing anymore,” and responds to progress on an S.H.E reunion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Golden Melody Award-winning singer Hebe Tien has released her first new album in 6 years, “Where Should I Go?” She suffered an emotional breakdown during recording due to advances in AI technology, but has since readjusted her singing style. She will perform 6 consecutive shows at Taipei Arena in December and is open to the possibility of an S.H.E reunion.
Facts
Hebe Tien has released her first new album in 6 years, “Where Should I Go?”
After listening to a demo sung by AI during a recording session, Hebe Tien was devastated, called for help in tears and said, “I feel like I can’t sing anymore.”
Hebe Tien described AI singing as requiring no breaths, with a wide vocal range, rich tone and dazzling vocal runs.
Hebe Tien named “A Clean Room” and “Memorable Garbage” as the most difficult songs to sing on her new album.
Hebe Tien will perform 6 consecutive shows at Taipei Arena in December, taking on a run of this scale for the first time in her career.
Asked about an S.H.E reunion for the group’s 25th anniversary, Hebe Tien replied, “Let nature take its course.”
U.S. defense-tech unicorn Shield AI moves into Taiwan; founder Kai Kuo-Tseng hopes Taiwanese components will account for 25% of V-BAT drone parts
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Shield AI founder Kai Kuo-Tseng announced deeper cooperation with Taiwan’s National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology, Aerospace Industrial Development Corporation and 雷虎科技 to localize the V-BAT drone and Hivemind system. He also confirmed plans to bid on a Navy procurement contract, aiming to raise Taiwan’s share of the supply chain to 25%.
Facts
Shield AI opened an office in Taipei 101 in 2025 and signed a cooperation agreement with 漢翔航空工業.
Shield AI is working with the National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology to integrate its Hivemind autonomous system into the 勁蜂三型 drone.
Shield AI and 雷虎科技 jointly developed an AI autonomous system for the 海鯊 unmanned boat and completed field tests in waters off Pingtung at the end of July this year.
Taiwan accounts for 16% of the V-BAT’s hardware components by procurement value, with a target of 25%.
The V-BAT has facilitated more than 21 strikes on the battlefield in Ukraine.
Shield AI confirmed it will bid on Taiwan’s Navy contract for vertical takeoff and landing drones.
The V-BAT has been integrated into more than 40 unmanned systems and can operate autonomously in environments where GPS and communications are disrupted.
【After-Work Economics】Which 2 groups of people should be especially alert to colorectal cancer? A top doctor reveals 6 ways to prevent it!
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The After-Work Economics program invited physician Chien Cheng-hung to discuss colorectal cancer research. He said fatigue and anemia can be hidden warning signs, and cited an Oxford University study showing higher risk among vegans and lower risk among pescatarians, while offering dietary prevention advice.
Facts
A 50-year-old woman with fatigue and anemia (hemoglobin 8.4) was diagnosed with stage 2 colorectal cancer, despite having no obvious bowel symptoms.
A large study led by an Oxford University team in 2026 covered nine regions and found a higher risk signal for colorectal cancer among vegans.
The study found that pescatarians had a lower risk of colorectal cancer than meat eaters, while there was no significant difference for lacto-ovo vegetarians.
Gastroenterologist Chien Cheng-hung was invited to discuss the latest colorectal cancer research and prevention methods on After-Work Economics.
After-Work Economics is hosted by Hsieh Che-ching and Chang Chiung-fang.
Tomorrow’s weather: Cold air arrives, bringing damp and chilly conditions! Temperatures will drop in stages across Taiwan, with “heavy rain for 5 straight days”; weekend forecast at a glance
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The weather bureau said that 2 consecutive surges of the northeast monsoon will move south starting on the 2nd, bringing more rain to Taiwan’s windward areas and cooler temperatures. The second surge will strengthen next Monday, bringing drier, colder conditions midweek and lows dipping to 20 degrees. The public is advised to bring rain gear and watch out for temperature differences.
Facts
Two consecutive surges of the northeast monsoon will move south in succession starting today (the 2nd), bringing a marked change in the weather to Taiwan.
Rain will intensify along the Keelung North Coast and in Yilan when the second surge of the northeast monsoon strengthens next Monday.
Early morning and nighttime lows from next Tuesday to Thursday (the 6th to the 8th) are expected to fall to around 20 to 23 degrees.
Moisture will decrease further on Sunday (the 4th), bringing a pattern of “rain in the east and sunny skies in the west.”
Areas south of Hsinchu will remain cloudy to sunny, but watch for afternoon thunderstorms in mountainous areas and areas south of Chiayi.
Can family members help open your mail? Parents or spouses who open credit card bills without permission could also get into trouble—many people don’t know what the Criminal Code says
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The article explains Article 315 of the Criminal Code on violating the confidentiality of correspondence, noting that even between relatives, opening or concealing another person’s sealed mail without authorization—including credit card bills—could be against the law.
Facts
Article 315 of the Criminal Code stipulates that anyone who opens or conceals another person’s sealed letter, document or picture without cause may be sentenced to detention or fined up to 9000 dollars.
Even if the envelope is not opened, peeking at its contents by other means, such as shining a flashlight on it, is also punishable under Article 315 of the Criminal Code.
Article 315 of the Criminal Code does not allow parents, children or spouses to open each other’s sealed mail at will.
The offense of violating the confidentiality of correspondence is subject to prosecution only upon complaint, and can be prosecuted only after a valid complaint is filed by someone with the right to do so.
Parents have a duty and the right to protect and raise their minor children; whether handling their mail is illegal depends on the specific circumstances.
Flooding in Bangkok throws 泰航 into chaos! Luggage piles up at airport; CEO dismissed immediately: “I found out from the news”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Flooding in Bangkok disrupted operations at the airport of 泰國國際航空. The board dismissed CEO Eamsiri on the 2nd and appointed director Sunlee Sunning as acting CEO, while deploying the air force to help clear the backlog of luggage.
Facts
The board of 泰國國際航空 held an emergency special meeting on the 2nd and voted to dismiss CEO Eamsiri immediately.
The board appointed director Sunlee Sunning as acting CEO to temporarily oversee day-to-day operations.
Heavy rain in Bangkok left nearly 10,000 pieces of passenger luggage piled up at Suvarnabhumi Airport, unable to be sorted and checked in on time.
The Thai government urgently deployed the Royal Thai Air Force to Bangkok airport to help move and clear stranded luggage.
泰航 expanded its customer service hotline from 2 lines to 24 to deal with the crisis.
Flights 泰航 had previously cut because of flooding will fully return to normal operations on October 3.
Tourism and Sports Minister Surasak criticized 泰航’s response to the sudden crisis as chaotic and seriously negligent.
Companies mentioned：泰國國際航空、泰航、Thai Airways International
Yang Wen-ke’s final policy report of his 8-year term highlights five major initiatives and 10 major transportation projects as the foundation for Hsinchu County’s development
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Hsinchu County Magistrate Yang Wen-ke delivered the final policy report of his 8-year term at the 8th regular session of the 20th council. He reviewed achievements including five major initiatives, 10 major transportation projects, education expansion and AI governance, saying they had laid the foundation for development over the next 30 years.
Facts
The major plan for the third phase of the science park is expected to be submitted to the Ministry of the Interior’s Urban Planning Commission for review on October 6.
智邦科技, 普生 and 緯創資通 have begun operations at the Hsinchu County AI Smart Park.
The first phase of the new alternate route to Taiwan Route 1 is 73.22% complete and is expected to be finished in the first half of 116.
As of the end of July 115, the high-efficiency waste thermal treatment facility had processed about 59,000 metric tons of waste.
Zhubei Experimental High School and Ziqiang Industrial High School admitted their inaugural classes in August of 115.
Hsinchu County’s AI inaugural-year initiative, “Smart Guardian Eye,” will officially launch in October 115.
The first phase of the “Smart Sandbox Innovation Project” collected 262 AI innovation proposals with public value.
Take this car back for inspection immediately! Automaker announces urgent recall after it receives “0 stars” in safety evaluation.
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TNCAP released its third-quarter 115 evaluation results. The MG ZS received zero stars for insufficient safety-assistance points, with defects including airbags failing to deploy. 中華汽車 responded by launching a recall and offering free inspections and repairs for airbag, seat and battery-terminal issues to ensure vehicle safety.
Facts
The MG ZS 1.5L Heartbeat Edition received zero stars in TNCAP’s third-quarter 115 evaluation.
The MG ZS scored just 25% in the safety-assistance category, below the minimum threshold of 30%.
Testing found that the front-seat side airbags failed to deploy properly in a side-impact test.
中華汽車 will replace the front seatbacks free of charge on models manufactured from March 2025 to September 2026.
During testing, the battery’s negative terminal came loose, cutting power to the vehicle and disabling the automatic door-unlocking function.
The MG ZS scored 56% for adult protection and 89% for child protection.
中華汽車 announced free inspections of the rear-seat cushion anchoring pins.
Major Hsinchu-Miaoli charity drive, “A Hundred Jin of Rice, a Lifetime of Affection,” gets underway, helping more than a thousand disadvantaged people with disabilities
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新竹指澤宮 and the Guangze Charity Association held the 17th annual “A Hundred Jin of Rice, a Lifetime of Affection” charity event on the 2nd, distributing essential goods to about 1,000 low- and middle-income households and families with members with disabilities. The event, supported by donations from multiple companies and volunteer services, continues the mission of helping the poor and those in need.
Facts
The “A Hundred Jin of Rice, a Lifetime of Affection” charity event is now in its 17th year, having benefited tens of thousands of households across the Hsinchu and Miaoli region.
The event was held on a grand scale at Zhize Temple in Hsinchu City, benefiting about 1,000 households in total.
曼都集團 has participated in the event for 12 consecutive years, providing free haircuts to disadvantaged groups.
Every year on the 22nd day of the 8th lunar month, during the birthday celebration for Guangze Zunwang, the Guangze Charity Association distributes about 1,000 packages of supplies to disadvantaged families.
The Guangze Charity Association provides scholarships to students at 26 elementary and junior high schools in Hsinchu County and City, supporting 10 students at each school with 2500 yuan per student.
Analyzing Taiwan stock market data, Gu Hai Lao Niu found that 89% of stocks that doubled over the past 3 years had small share capital of less than NT$8 billion. A small share base can amplify EPS growth, but investors should focus on “small but strong” fundamentals.
Facts
As many as 89% of Taiwan stocks that doubled in price over the past 3 years had share capital of less than NT$8 billion.
Among Taiwan stocks that doubled over the past 1 year, 88% were companies with share capital of NT$8 billion or less.
Among Taiwan stocks that doubled over the past 2 years, 87% were companies with share capital of NT$8 billion or less.
Because small-cap companies have fewer shares, their EPS growth is more pronounced when profits increase.
Jim Slater coined the concept “Elephants don't gallop” to explain why large companies struggle to maintain rapid growth.
4 MRT lines to converge in Bade! Taoyuan City plans new schools and a municipal hospital to fill service gaps and upgrade local amenities
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Taoyuan Mayor Chang San-cheng announced that 4 MRT lines will converge in Bade. The city is also planning a municipal hospital and allocating a NT$10 billion education budget to expand school facilities and speed up improvements to local services.
Facts
The population of Bade District, Taoyuan, has grown by about 3% over the past 4 years.
4 MRT lines will connect in Bade.
The northern section of the MRT Green Line is progressing toward a target opening in 119.
The city government will invest NT$15 billion in building and expanding schools over an 8-year period across the education system.
A municipal hospital has been planned for the Bade area.
Starting in January 116, the Senior Citizens’ and Disability Welfare Card will be accepted for purchases at farmers’ associations.
Where does the water go after you flush the toilet? This Taipei facility can treat 40,000 tons of wastewater a day, and some of it is used to wash roads and water plants
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Taipei’s Minsheng Water Resource Recycling Center opened in May 2026. It can treat 40,000 tons of wastewater and produce 10,000 tons of reclaimed water daily, using tertiary treatment technology to recycle water resources.
Facts
The Minsheng Water Resource Recycling Center opened in May 2026.
The Minsheng Water Resource Recycling Center is designed to treat 40,000 tons of domestic wastewater per day.
The Minsheng Water Resource Recycling Center can produce about 10,000 tons of reclaimed water per day.
As of the end of August 2026, the household connection rate for Taipei’s public sewer system was 83.71%.
A reclaimed-water supply network about 6,600 meters long has been built around the Minsheng Water Resource Recycling Center.
The Minsheng Water Resource Recycling Center is Taipei’s first wastewater treatment facility to use tertiary treatment technology.
The remaining treated water is discharged into the Keelung River.
Celebrating the Double Ninth Festival, Miaoli Deputy County Magistrate Qiu visits centenarians in Yuanli and Zhuolan, wishing them health and long life
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On the eve of the Double Ninth Festival, Miaoli County Deputy Magistrate Qiu Lili visited 5 centenarians in the townships of Yuanli and Zhuolan, presenting them with senior-citizen gifts and certificates of honor. The county government said the number of centenarians has risen to 216 this year and that it continues to promote community care centers to support aging in place.
Facts
Miaoli County has 216 centenarians this year, an increase of 57 from last year.
The three townships and cities with the most centenarians are Miaoli City, Zhunan Township and Houlong Township.
Deputy County Magistrate Qiu Lili visited 5 elderly residents in Yuanli and Zhuolan townships.
Each centenarian visited received a senior-citizen gift of NT$10,000.
Miaoli County currently has 239 community care centers.
The coverage rate of community care centers has reached 86%.
Nantou Tea Expo opens on the 3rd at Zhongxing New Village; Hsu Shu-hua invites everyone to experience the charm of Nantou tea
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The 16th 2026 Nantou World Tea Expo opened on October 3 at Zhongxing New Village, with Nantou County Magistrate Hsu Shu-hua presiding. The event combines tea culture, international exchange and large-scale performances, aiming to promote Nantou’s high-quality agricultural products and raise its international profile.
Facts
The 16th “2026 Nantou World Tea Expo” will open on the 3rd at Zhongxing New Village and run for 9 days.
Nantou County Magistrate Hsu Shu-hua invited people from across Taiwan and visitors from home and abroad to attend the event at Zhongxing New Village.
This year’s tea expo features 35 themed pavilions and major events including a tea gathering for a thousand people, a thousand-person bubble tea event and a Malasang picnic.
The Indian ambassador has brought Darjeeling tea from India for promotion. It will be displayed, sold and featured in exchanges with specialty teas from across Taiwan at the newly added Tea Culture Exchange Pavilion.
The county government said that to ensure consumers can shop with confidence, participating tea farmers must hold relevant credentials, such as agricultural product traceability, organic certification or production-and-marketing history certification.
From regrouping after the primary to reaching new heights, Chiang Chi-chen releases first campaign video, drawing on 15 years of experience and vowing to build an “international flagship city”
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Kuomintang Taichung mayoral candidate Chiang Chi-chen released his first campaign video on the 2nd, pledging to use his 15 years of experience to advance the city and build an “international flagship city.”
Facts
Kuomintang Taichung mayoral candidate Chiang Chi-chen released his first campaign image video on the 2nd.
Chiang Chi-chen put forward the “12345, a Happier Taichung” policy blueprint.
Chiang Chi-chen vowed to turn Taichung into an “international flagship city.”
The campaign headquarters’ opening rally will be held at 9 a.m. on October 4.
Legislators Liao Wei-hsiang and Huang Chien-hao attended to show their support for Chiang Chi-chen.
Who were the three major institutional investors buying NT$12.2 billion? This panel stock drew nearly 90,000 lots to lead the pack, while 仁寶 and 緯創 were heavily sold
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On October 2, 2026, Taiwan’s three major institutional investors recorded net purchases totaling NT$12.271 billion. 友達 led with net purchases of nearly 91,000 lots, while 仁寶 and 緯創 were heavily sold. The data showed funds concentrating in panel makers and select financial stocks, while major tech stocks such as 鴻海 and 台積電 faced profit-taking pressure.
Facts
Taiwan's three major institutional investors bought a net NT$12.271 billion on Oct. 2, 2026.
友達（2409）ranked first among stocks by net purchases, at 91,289 lots.
仁寶（2324）was the stock with the largest net sales by the three major institutional investors, at 23,520 lots.
Foreign investors made net purchases for 3 consecutive sessions, adding NT$2.621 billion today.
Investment trusts made net purchases for 4 consecutive sessions, adding NT$4.909 billion today.
Dealers made net purchases for 3 consecutive sessions, adding NT$4.741 billion today.
Among heavyweight stocks, 兆豐金 saw net purchases of 17,610 lots, while 台塑 saw net purchases of 15,625 lots.
Among heavyweight stocks, 鴻海 saw net sales of 14,908 lots, while 台積電 saw net sales of 5,343 lots.
After getting drunk, Wu Zetian renamed a "1 small country"; the name is still used today! It became a world power and Taiwanese people's favorite travel destination.
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This article examines the historical context behind Japan's name changing from "Wa" to "Japan," focusing in particular on the 701 CE visit to Empress Wu by the Tang envoy Awata no Mahito. According to legend, Empress Wu admired his talent and etiquette and agreed during a banquet to change the country's name to "Japan." The event marked an important turning point as Japan sought equal status in the diplomatic system of East Asia.
Facts
In ancient China, the early political entities on the Japanese archipelago were called "Wa" or "Wa people."
Japan realized that the character "Wa" carried derogatory connotations, prompting it to consider changing its name.
In 701, Emperor Monmu of Japan sent an embassy to China led by Awata no Mahito.
The Records of the Grand Historian: Justice, written by Zhang Shoujie during the Tang dynasty, contains the entry, "Empress Wu changed the name of Wa to Japan."
瑞銀 sharply raised its target price for 穩懋 from NT$500 to NT$725, an increase of 45%.
Each V3 satellite requires a total of about 33,000 power amplifiers (PAs) and low-noise amplifiers (LNAs).
The share of compound semiconductors used in V3 satellites rose to 87%, from about 55% in V2 satellites.
SpaceX carried out the 14th Starship flight mission on Sept. 28, 2026, sending 26 Starlink V3 satellites into orbit.
瑞銀 raised its EPS forecasts for 穩懋 for 2027 and 2028 by 23% and 31%, respectively, to NT$13.82 and NT$18.09.
穩懋's optical communications business is expected to account for 18% of total revenue in 2028, up from 11% in 2025.
The average price of a GaN wafer is about US$8,000 to US$10,000, with gross margins about 10 to 20 percentage points higher than those of mature GaAs processes.
The RF component requirement per Mobile V2 satellite rose to about 15,000 units, from about 2,600 for V1.
Chinese athlete Tang Jing bit Maeda Rin's left arm for more than 20 seconds during the match and was ruled to have committed a foul, resulting in a loss.
Maeda Rin defeated Kazakh athlete Askhat in the final to win gold.
Commentator Misato Nakamura said that biting itself is a foul and that the teeth marks showed the bite was forceful.
The injured area on Maeda Rin's arm was discolored and showed clear teeth marks, but there was no bleeding.
Grab's acquisition of foodpanda is still underway, but Kung Ming-hsin showed up to lend support. Delivery association slams move as "blatant betrayal of national security."
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Delivery association spokesperson Su Po-hao accused Minister of Economic Affairs Kung Ming-hsin and Digital Industry Administration Director Lin Chun-hsiu of showing up in support during the review of Grab's acquisition of foodpanda, questioning whether they were pressuring the review and jeopardizing national security.
Facts
Grab's proposed acquisition of foodpanda is still at a critical review stage.
Minister of Economic Affairs Kung Ming-hsin and Digital Industry Administration Director Lin Chun-hsiu attended a campaign rally for Grab, the acquiring company.
Grab's mapping brand has a major strategic cooperation agreement with 華為 to exchange map data.
Grab's information systems R&D center is located in Beijing, China.
The Ministry of Digital Affairs explicitly banned the use of 高德地圖 in April.
Copper-clad laminate maker 騰輝電子-KY（6672）, buoyed by AI server and high-speed computing themes, saw its share price double in 2 months to a record high of NT$439 since listing. Its self-reported after-tax net profit for August rose 568.12% year over year, and it approved a NT$1.5 billion expansion budget in Kunshan.
Facts
騰輝電子-KY（6672）shares gained 121.7% over about 2 months.
騰輝電子-KY reported consolidated revenue of NT$806 million in August, up 133.24% year over year and 21.1% month over month.
騰輝電子-KY reported pretax profit of NT$220 million in August, up 556.6% year over year.
騰輝電子-KY reported after-tax net profit of NT$165 million in August, up 568.12% year over year, with monthly EPS of NT$2.
騰輝電子-KY reported after-tax net profit of NT$234 million and quarterly EPS of NT$2.96 in the second quarter of this year.
騰輝電子-KY's after-tax net profit for August alone was equivalent to about 70.5% of its total profit for the second quarter.
騰輝電子-KY's cumulative closing-price gain over the latest 6 trading days was 28.28%. Its turnover rate was 22.41% on Oct. 1, and it was placed on the watch list.
騰輝電子-KY's board approved a NT$1.5 billion expansion budget, with expansion at its existing plant in Kunshan, Jiangsu, to be carried out in 3 phases.
10/2 Evening News | Extra cash payout? Latest developments revealed; weather agency says northern temperatures could dip to 20 degrees on "this day" next week; Tsai Ing-wen to visit the US.
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On Oct. 2, the KMT caucus's draft bill for a universal cash payout was sent to committee for review, while the Executive Yuan's budget proposal also entered the process. Tsai Ing-wen announced a visit to the US to attend a Stanford forum; the first batch of new F-16s arrived in Taiwan; Lin Yu-ting won gold at the Asian Games; and Taiwan stocks closed at a record high.
Facts
The KMT caucus's proposal for a universal cash payout of NT$20,000 per person passed its first reading and was sent for review.
The Executive Yuan's 2027 general budget plan provides for a universal payout of NT$10,000 per person.
Lin Yu-ting won gold in the women's 60-kilogram boxing final at the Asian Games with a 5-0 victory.
The weather agency forecasts that temperatures in northern Taiwan could fall to around 20 degrees on Oct. 5 and 6.
A father gives NT$5 million to his son, but the son may end up paying the gift tax! In these 2 situations, the recipient could become the taxpayer.
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This article examines who is liable for gift tax, noting that the donor is generally responsible, but the recipient may have to pay in exceptional cases, such as when the donor's whereabouts are unknown, the donor has no property available for enforcement, or the donor dies before the tax is assessed.
Facts
Gift tax is generally paid by the donor, but in certain situations the recipient may become the taxpayer.
For gifts made on or after Jan. 1, 2025, a 10% tax rate applies to taxable net gifts of up to NT$28.11 million.
If the donor's whereabouts are unknown, the recipient becomes liable for the gift tax.
If gift tax remains unpaid after the deadline and the donor has no property in the Republic of China available for enforcement, the recipient becomes liable for the tax.
If the donor dies before the gift tax has been assessed, the recipient is liable for the tax.
The annual gift tax exemption is currently NT$2.44 million per donor.
What's the cheapest way to enroll in National Health Insurance after retirement? You don't have to enroll under your eldest son! Choose the right child and you may not have to pay extra each month.
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This article explains National Health Insurance enrollment rules for retirees, noting that those with eligible dependents must generally enroll under them first. It also examines how premiums differ depending on which child they enroll under, as well as the 3-person premium calculation cap.
Facts
Retirees with an eligible spouse or child must generally enroll as a dependent under a family member and cannot enroll directly through a district office.
A spouse and first-degree lineal blood relatives (biological children) have the same priority for National Health Insurance dependent enrollment.
Dependent health insurance premiums are calculated based on the insured person's monthly insured salary. The higher the insured salary, the greater the increase in premiums when dependents are added.
For example, at a monthly insured salary of NT$45,800, adding 1 dependent raises the monthly premium paid out of pocket from NT$710 to NT$1,420.
The National Health Insurance Act stipulates that premiums are calculated for a maximum of 3 dependents; no additional premiums are charged for anyone beyond 3.
If a child already has 3 dependents counted for premium purposes, attaching the parents to the child's insurance generally does not increase health insurance costs.
Retirees who have no other eligible insured status and no insured person to whom they can attach may enroll as Category VI insured persons.
Rooted in Taiwan, 永豐 supports major arts and cultural events in Tainan and Kaohsiung
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永豐銀行 announced a joint sponsorship with 台南市政府文化局 and 高雄市立美術館 of the 2026 Tainan Arts Festival and a special exhibition by Michael Craig-Martin, aiming to deepen local ties in southern Taiwan and put its corporate vision into practice.
Facts
永豐銀行 joined forces with 台南市政府文化局 and 高雄市立美術館 to promote the 2026 Tainan Arts Festival and Michael Craig-Martin: Everyday・Decoded, 2 major annual arts and cultural events.
The 2026 Tainan Arts Festival runs from Feb. 2 through Nov. 22 this year (2026), with more than 50 performances and exhibitions planned.
The Michael Craig-Martin exhibition at Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts is the most comprehensive large-scale presentation in Asia and runs through March 7 next year.
The Michael Craig-Martin exhibition features more than 70 works, including paintings, sculptures and immersive digital installations.
永豐銀行 is also supporting events in Kaohsiung this year, including K-WAVE INFINITY, an Idealist Live concert and Korea's AAA.
Stop throwing dumplings into boiling water! A savvy homemaker shares 1 foolproof trick to cook them through quickly: no stove needed, and the wrappers stay chewy and juicy without sticking to the pan
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A user shared a recipe in the Facebook group “Home Cooking” for steaming dumplings with cabbage in an electric cooker, emphasizing that the method requires no stove, is foolproof and keeps the dumpling wrappers chewy and juicy. The post drew a strong response online.
Facts
A user shared a method for cooking dumplings in an electric cooker in the Facebook group “Home Cooking.”
When steaming dumplings in an electric cooker, add 1.5 to 2 cups of water to the outer pot.
Steam dumplings in an electric cooker for 20 to 30 minutes.
Placing cabbage leaves under the dumplings can prevent them from sticking and add flavor.
If not using vegetables underneath, brush oil on the bottom of the plate or add water to prevent sticking.
French high school students' protests spiral into riots! Nearly 2000 people arrested—what are they so angry about?
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French high school students staged protests over insufficient educational resources, which escalated into violent clashes, with more than 3000 arrests in total. The government accused the far left of manipulating the unrest, while Mélenchon hit back, saying the Macron government had caused the collapse of education.
Facts
High school students staged protests in several parts of France over overcrowded school buildings and deteriorating infrastructure.
On Oct. 1, police arrested a total of 1949 people nationwide.
At least 1000 high schools joined the protests, with students forcibly blockading 222 school buildings.
Education Minister Geffray announced the forced closure of 400 high schools across France, which would switch to remote learning.
The Macron government and far-right parties accused far-left leader Jean-Luc Mélenchon of manipulating students and inciting unrest.
An OECD report shows that French students' math scores have suffered an unprecedented decline.
When should you signal before turning at a red light? Don't wait until you start moving! Violations can bring fines of up to 3600 yuan, and most drivers get the timing wrong
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This article examines when drivers should signal before turning and the legal requirements. It notes that many drivers are used to signaling just before moving off at a red light, but experts stress that they should signal and change lanes at least 30 meters before the intersection or risk a fine of up to 3600 yuan.
Facts
Failure to use a turn signal as required on ordinary roads can result in a fine of NT$1,200 to NT$3,600.
Failure to use a turn signal as required on a highway or expressway can result in a fine of up to NT$6,000.
The correct sequence for turning includes signaling 30 to 60 meters in advance, changing lanes and moving toward the side of the road; these 3 actions should not be separated.
A user shared that they usually signal only 7 to 9 seconds before the light turns green.
Where do recycled refrigerators go? They aren't crushed whole into scrap metal—the first step is to extract the refrigerant, then the copper, iron and plastic each go their separate ways
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This article explains the recycling process for discarded refrigerators. It notes that under Ministry of Environment rules, refrigerant and lubricating oil must first be extracted, followed by dismantling, shredding and sorting so that copper, iron, aluminum and other materials can be reused, rather than being crushed directly into scrap metal.
Facts
When handling discarded electronic appliances containing refrigerant or lubricating oil, the refrigerant and lubricating oil must first be extracted from the compressor, and the refrigeration system's pressure reduced to below 102 millimeters of mercury.
Current regulations stipulate that refrigerant recovered from discarded electronic appliances must be sold by a party holding a sales permit from the competent authority or sent to an institution approved by the authority for destruction.
Discarded refrigerator bodies must be shredded in an enclosed negative-pressure facility, with sorting equipment installed downstream to separate ferrous metals, nonferrous metals, other nonmetallic materials and foam from the shredded material.
Refrigerators are discarded electronic appliances designated for recycling. The public can give them to cleaning crews for recycling, or retailers can take back old units if specific conditions are met.
Necessary explosion-prevention measures must be taken when handling foam insulation containing hydrocarbons.
“I'm very disappointed in Han Kuo-yu!” Chao Shao-kang blasts the KMT caucus for “turning the other cheek,” saying it let Cho Jung-tai do something without a hitch
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Former Cti TV chairman Chao Shao-kang criticized Premier Cho Jung-tai for accumulating 8 cases of refusing to countersign bills, calling it unconstitutional. He also denounced the KMT caucus for letting Cho deliver a report, saying it was like “turning the other cheek,” and expressed deep disappointment in the KMT and the Legislative Yuan speaker.
Facts
A total of 8 bills have gone unsigned by Cho Jung-tai during his term, including amendments to the Act Governing the Allocation of Government Revenues and Expenditures.
Chao Shao-kang posted on Facebook on Sept. 2, 2025, criticizing Cho Jung-tai and Lai Ching-te for openly violating the Constitution.
Chao Shao-kang criticized the KMT caucus for allowing Cho Jung-tai to deliver a report when the new session opened on Sept. 29.
Chao Shao-kang questioned the inconsistency between Cho Jung-tai's willingness to countersign the “Drone Act” and his reasons for refusing to countersign other bills.
Chao Shao-kang said he was disappointed in KMT lawmakers, the KMT caucus and the Legislative Yuan speaker.
Why do running shoes have “2 extra lace holes at the top that almost nobody uses”? Experts reveal their real purpose—99% of people lace them wrong
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ASICS expert Sam Hopper and the brand 母子鱷魚 revealed that the parallel holes at the top of running shoes are designed to prevent sprains, and demonstrated a 4-step lacing method to improve stability.
Facts
The extra pair of parallel holes at the top of running shoes is designed to help prevent ankle sprains.
ASICS running shoe expert Sam Hopper and well-known shoe brand 母子鱷魚 shared the correct way to lace shoes.
The correct lacing method includes threading the laces through all the holes, leaving only the top pair unused.
The correct lacing method includes threading each lace from the outside through the top hole on its side, forming a loop on each side.
The correct lacing method includes threading the right lace through the hole on the left, and doing the same on the other side.
This lacing method makes the shoe fit more snugly around the ankle, improving support and stability.
Voting is now open for companies nominated for the 2nd Taoyuan Golden Business Awards! Show your support for Taoyuan's ESG leaders and enter to win an iPhone 17 and other prizes
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桃園市政府經濟發展局 is holding an online public vote for the 2nd Taoyuan Golden Enterprise Awards, inviting the public to support 35 shortlisted ESG-sustainable businesses. Voting is open now through Oct. 16, 115年. Those who vote and share the activity can enter a draw for an iPhone 17. The event aims to raise public awareness of corporate social responsibility and sustainable business practices among Taoyuan companies.
Facts
The online vote for shortlisted companies in the 2nd Taoyuan Golden Enterprise Awards closes on Oct. 16, 115年.
The main prize in the vote includes an Apple iPhone 17 256G.
The Taoyuan Golden Enterprise Awards is the first ESG award in Taiwan organized by a local government.
A total of 35 companies have been shortlisted for this year's Taoyuan Golden Enterprise Awards.
The voting results and list of draw winners are expected to be announced on Oct. 27.
To qualify for the prize draw, voters must share the post publicly on Facebook.
The award categories include Workplace Happiness, Social Good and Sustainable Brand.
Graphic》Cross-strait charter flight expansion and direct routes may be in sight? 海基會 Deputy Secretary-General Li Baowen expresses goodwill: Promote convenient travel between people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait, handle matters in accordance with regulations
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海基會 Deputy Secretary-General Li Baowen responded to the Taiwan Affairs Office's criticism that Taiwan's conditions for charter flights were overly stringent, stressing that the competent authorities were acting in accordance with regulations and expressing regret over the office's remarks. A Mid-Autumn Festival charter flight to Xi'an requested by 商業總會 was rejected because the date did not meet regulations, but 海基會 pledged to continue relaying Taiwanese businesspeople's requests to the relevant authorities.
Facts
商業總會 applied for a Mid-Autumn Festival charter flight from Xi'an to Taoyuan on Aug. 21, but Taiwan rejected it because the date did not comply with regulations.
Taiwan's rules allow charter flight applications only within 7 days before or after the Qingming, Dragon Boat and Mid-Autumn festivals, and within 14 days before or after Lunar New Year.
Taiwan currently allows 15 scheduled mainland Chinese flight destinations and 13 destinations for which passenger charter flights can be requested, for a total of 28 cross-strait passenger destinations.
Taiwanese business representatives from Shandong met with 海基會 to discuss applying for a charter flight to Jinan for next year's Lunar New Year. 海基會 will forward the request to the Civil Aviation Administration and the Mainland Affairs Council for coordination.
Which city or county in Taiwan has the most spouses from Hong Kong and Macau? Of the 24,034 people across Taiwan, 7,439 are in New Taipei, which ranks first; this city ranks second
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Statistics from the National Immigration Agency and the Department of Household Registration show that, as of the end of August 2026, Taiwan had 24,034 spouses from Hong Kong and Macau. New Taipei ranked first with 7,439, followed by Taipei and Taichung.
Facts
As of the end of August 2026, Taiwan had a total of 24,034 spouses from Hong Kong and Macau.
New Taipei has 7,439 spouses from Hong Kong and Macau, the highest number in Taiwan.
Taipei has 5,015 spouses from Hong Kong and Macau, ranking second in Taiwan.
New Taipei and Taipei together account for about 51.8% of spouses from Hong Kong and Macau in Taiwan.
The six special municipalities together account for about 85.3% of spouses from Hong Kong and Macau in Taiwan.
Taichung has 2,481 spouses from Hong Kong and Macau, ranking third in Taiwan.
Taoyuan has 2,411 spouses from Hong Kong and Macau, ranking fourth in Taiwan.
On the first day of the 115年度 publicly funded influenza vaccination campaign on Oct. 1, 266,145 people were vaccinated, the highest first-day total since the two-stage rollout system began in 2021.
Luce Chapel restoration fully reveals architectural features, wins National Cultural Heritage Preservation Award
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Luce Chapel at 東海大學 reopened after 2 years of restoration, winning the 7th National Cultural Heritage Preservation Award. The restoration team addressed structural deterioration under a minimal-intervention approach, preserving the distinctive thin-shell architecture designed by I. M. Pei and Chen Chi-kwan.
Facts
Luce Chapel at 東海大學 won the 7th National Cultural Heritage Preservation Award in the Conservation and Restoration category.
Premier Cho Jung-tai said Luce Chapel was one of the award-winning works that made the strongest impression on him this year.
Luce Chapel is known for its distinctive thin-shell structure, with no columns, beams, walls or roof.
東海大學 received a NT$32.3 million grant from 文化部文化資產局 for the restoration.
Luce Chapel officially reopened on Sept. 26, 2024.
Luce Chapel was jointly designed by I. M. Pei and Chen Chi-kwan.
Promoting senior-friendly policies centered on “aging safely, healthily and in place,” Hsu Hsin-ying proposes NT$5,000 shingles vaccine subsidy
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Kuomintang Hsinchu County magistrate candidate Hsu Hsin-ying continues to promote her policy platform, including a shingles vaccine subsidy, waiving health insurance premiums for seniors and AI health wristbands. She emphasized comprehensive care, from prevention to long-term care.
Facts
Hsu Hsin-ying proposed a NT$5,000 shingles vaccine subsidy for people aged 50 and older.
Hsu Hsin-ying pledged that the county government would waive health insurance premiums for seniors aged 65 and older.
The points on the senior citizens' love and care card have been increased to 1,000.
Hsu Hsin-ying will distribute AI smart health wristbands to seniors aged 65 and older.
Hsu Hsin-ying plans to establish “one care contact point in every neighborhood.”
Advancing cross-jurisdictional integration of land administration maps, Nantou County Government joins forces with Miaoli's “栗智網”; IG660 cross-jurisdictional services get an upgrade
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Nantou County Government is advancing cross-jurisdictional integration of land administration maps. Miaoli County Government launched “栗智網” on Sept. 30, and the two sides signed a letter of intent to use GIS technology to connect central Taiwan's smart land administration network and make it easier for the public to look up property information.
Facts
Miaoli County Government officially launched the land administration GIS platform “栗智網” on Sept. 30, adding a new cross-jurisdictional land information service for central Taiwan.
Nantou County Government and Miaoli County Government have signed a letter of intent to promote land administration information exchange and cross-jurisdictional services.
Nantou County's “IG660” system integrates land administration and interagency spatial information, and provides 2D and 3D maps and a range of data applications.
Nantou County Government had previously completed map data integration between the “Nantou Smart Land Administration Spatial Service Network (IG660)” and the “158PLUS Spatial Information Network” with Taichung City Government.
Following cross-jurisdictional integration, the public will find it easier to look up information on cadastral records, actual transaction prices, urban plans and land use.
Township head goes all out on video! Li Chengzhi visits 13 attractions in a day to show off Jincheng; Hyolyn and NICKTHEREAL lead a 2-night music festival
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Jincheng Township head Li Chengzhi is promoting the “2026搖擺金各演音樂祭,” set for Oct. 8 and 9, with Reels videos and food challenges. Fourteen acts, including Hyolyn and NICKTHEREAL, will perform at Juguang Park. The event aims to attract young people and boost tourism.
Facts
The 2026搖擺金各演音樂祭 will be held on Oct. 8 and 9 at Juguang Park in Jincheng Township, Kinmen.
To promote the music festival, Jincheng Township head Li Chengzhi took on the challenge of sampling Cantonese congee from 6 restaurants in one meal.
South Korean singer Hyolyn will perform in Kinmen for the first time.
The Jincheng Township Office expects the event to attract more than 20,000 people.
Admission to both days of the music festival is free.
Jincheng Township head Li Chengzhi personally filmed Reels videos featuring 13 attractions to promote the event.
聚陽 announced that its third-quarter revenue was its best in nearly 6 quarters, while cumulative revenue for the first 9 months returned to positive growth. The company expects strong order visibility in the fourth quarter and forecasts year-on-year growth to continue. It is also optimistic about business opportunities next year amid a stable political environment and the AI trend.
Facts
聚陽 reported third-quarter revenue of NT$9.484 billion, its best in nearly 6 quarters.
聚陽's cumulative revenue for the first 9 months was NT$26.546 billion, up 0.2% year on year and returning to a growth trajectory.
聚陽's order visibility currently extends through the end of the year, and fourth-quarter results are expected to maintain year-on-year growth.
Sportswear currently accounts for about 5 tenths of revenue, and may rise to 6 tenths during the peak season.
聚陽 believes that with AI rising rapidly, suppliers capable of responding quickly and operating flexibly have an advantage.
Jensen Huang’s star-like high-profile Q3 appearances help 輝達 shares surge 17% in a quarter, handily outperforming the S&P 500
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
輝達 CEO Jensen Huang made high-profile appearances in the third quarter of 2026, helping 輝達 shares surge 17% during the quarter. The company announced a $12.9 billion acquisition of Hugging Face and a record $150 billion stock buyback plan, and received Trump’s support for industry self-regulation at a White House AI luncheon.
Facts
輝達 (NVDA-US) shares surged 17% in the third quarter, far outpacing the S&P 500’s 4.3% gain over the same period.
輝達 announced a $150 billion stock buyback plan, the largest in global history.
輝達 raised its total stock repurchase authorization to $230 billion.
輝達 is spending $12.9 billion to acquire AI development platform Hugging Face.
Trump said at a White House AI luncheon that “self-regulation is very important.”
Jensen Huang expects the global AI market to reach $3 trillion to $4 trillion by 2030.
輝達’s revenue growth guidance for fiscal 2028 is 70%, far exceeding Wall Street’s expectation of 45%.
輝達 shares have gained 23% so far this year.
Companies mentioned：輝達、Anthropic、Salesforce、Rational Equity Armor Fund、OpenAI、高盛、Hugging Face
Energy turmoil pushes eurozone inflation to 3.8% in September, a 3-year high
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The eurozone’s annual CPI inflation rate reached 3.8% in September, a 3-year high, mainly due to a sharp surge in energy prices. Core inflation held steady at 2.5%, and the ECB is expected to pause rate hikes in October.
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The eurozone’s annual CPI inflation rate surged to 3.8% in September.
Energy prices rose 18.8% year over year in September.
Energy prices contributed about 1.7 percentage points to overall inflation.
Core inflation, excluding energy and food, rose to 2.5%.
Services inflation rose from 3.0% to 3.2%.
Lithuania had the eurozone’s highest inflation rate, at 6.1%.
The current inflation rate is nearly twice the European Central Bank’s 2% target.
華為’s Richard Yu: Mate 90 series is China’s semiconductor industry’s answer
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
華為 launched the Mate 90 series phones on Oct. 1, with all models featuring its self-developed Taodinglü chips and HarmonyOS 7. Richard Yu said the series is an innovative answer from China’s semiconductor and operating system industries, showcasing the strength of independent research and development.
Facts
華為 held the “Mate 90 Series and All-Scenario New Product Launch” on Oct. 1, marking the first time its flagship phones were launched and went on sale on the same day, Oct. 1.
The Mate 90 starts at 5,999 yuan, the Pro version at 6,999 yuan, the Pro Max at 9,499 yuan, the Pro Max Collector’s Edition at 10,999 yuan, and the RS Ultimate Design version at 12,999 yuan.
All Mate 90 models feature flagship “Taodinglü chips.” The standard Mate 90 uses the Kirin 9030 chip, the Pro version uses the Kirin 9035 chip, and the Pro Max is equipped with the top-tier Kirin 9050 Pro chip.
〈Taiwan dollar〉Asian currencies strengthen! Reverses course to close at 31.83, while markets await U.S. jobs report
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Amid the U.S.-Iran conflict and caution ahead of the U.S. jobs data, the New Taiwan dollar fell past 31.9 intraday before recovering after central bank intervention, closing at 31.83 for 3 straight gains. The Taiex hit a record closing high amid foreign buying, Asian currencies were broadly stronger, and the Korean won led gains.
Facts
The New Taiwan dollar closed at 31.83 against the U.S. dollar today (2), up 1.2 cents, marking 3 straight gains.
Total foreign exchange trading volume in Taipei and on E.SUN fell to $2.191 billion.
The Korean won rose 1.13%, making it the strongest Asian currency of the day.
Foreign investors were net buyers of NT$2.622 billion in Taiwan stocks today.
The Taiex ended up 122.25 points at 48475.74, still a record closing high.
The New Taiwan dollar has depreciated a cumulative 5 cents, or 0.16%, against the U.S. dollar, putting the weekly change back in negative territory.
4 workers reportedly injured in workplace accident at 華邦電; company says they have been taken to hospital and it will cooperate with follow-up investigation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
A workplace accident occurred today at 華邦電’s Nanke Lujhu plant. 4 workers suffered chemical burns after being splashed by strong acid during chemical pipeline work and were taken to hospital. Their condition is stable, and authorities have launched an investigation.
Facts
Memory chipmaker 華邦電 (2344-TW) reported a serious workplace accident at 11 a.m. today (2) at its Lujhu plant in Kaohsiung’s Nanke Science Park.
A total of 4 workers were splashed with strong acid and suffered multiple burns while working on chemical pipelines.
The injured included 3 contractor employees and 1 華邦電 employee; the youngest was just 22.
The workers were splashed with chemical waste containing hydrofluoric acid, commonly known as “bone-melting water,” and nitric acid.
The injured were rushed to 義大醫院 and 高雄榮總 for treatment, and their vital signs are currently stable.
Relevant labor inspection units in Kaohsiung and other authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the accident.
Expanding to meet revenue growth! 光寶科 invests NT$8.85 billion to expand Kaohsiung plant, targets server power market
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
光寶科 (2301-TW)’s board approved a capital expenditure plan of NT$8.85 billion to expand its Kaohsiung plant and has raised its total capital spending for this year to NT$18 billion. It is also spending $176 million for an approximately 25% stake in Polish liquid-cooling maker DCX, targeting opportunities in AI server power supplies and integrated rack-level cooling.
Facts
光寶科 (2301-TW) announced today (2) that its board had approved a capital expenditure investment for its Kaohsiung branch.
光寶科 plans to invest NT$8.85 billion to expand production capacity at its Kaohsiung plant.
The investment will mainly fund advanced production equipment and plant electromechanical engineering.
光寶科 has raised its total capital expenditure for this year to NT$18 billion.
光寶科 is spending $176 million for an approximately 25% stake in Polish liquid-cooling giant DCX.
DCX’s key technologies include coolant distribution units (CDUs), cold plates and immersion liquid cooling.
光寶科 is building production capacity at facilities in Kaohsiung, Vietnam and the United States.
騰輝電子’s August profit jumps more than 5 times, EPS reaches 2 yuan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
騰輝電子-KY (6672-TW) reported record revenue of NT$810 million in August 2026, with profit up 5.68 times year over year. The company announced a NT$1.5 billion expansion investment and expects to begin mass production of high-end AI server power materials in the fourth quarter, driving future revenue growth.
Facts
騰輝電子’s revenue reached NT$810 million in August 2026, a record high.
騰輝電子’s unaudited net profit after tax was NT$165 million in August 2026, up 5.68 times year over year.
騰輝電子’s earnings per share (EPS) after tax were 2 yuan in August 2026.
騰輝電子 decided to invest NT$1.5 billion in a plant expansion.
騰輝電子’s high-end application products are expected to contribute about 20% of revenue in 2027.
騰輝電子 shares closed at 439 yuan in August 2026, a record high.
Foreign investors buy for 3 straight days, adding NT$2.622 billion; snap up active ETFs but dump 仁寶, 緯創 and 鴻海
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Foreign investors bought an additional NT$2.622 billion for 3 straight days, aggressively buying active ETFs while selling 仁寶, 緯創 and 鴻海. Investment trusts were net buyers of NT$4.91 billion, favoring financial stocks, and the three major institutional investors made combined net purchases of NT$9.557 billion as Taiwan stocks closed at a record high.
Facts
Foreign investors were net buyers of NT$2.622 billion today, marking 3 straight days of net buying.
Foreign investors made large purchases of active ETFs, including net buying of 72,000 lots of 00403A.
Foreign investors sold 23,000 lots of 仁寶, 21,000 lots of 緯創 and 15,000 lots of 鴻海 today.
Investment trusts were net buyers of NT$4.91 billion today, marking 4 straight days of net buying.
The Taiex closed up 122.25 points, or 0.25%, at 48475.74, a record closing high.
智通印度 expansion makes key progress, completes first-stage 25% stake transfer in Letul
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
智通科創(8932-TW) announced completion of the transfer of a 25% stake in India’s Letul, marking a key advance in its Indian fintech business. The move aims to integrate traffic from the Zenzy platform, GLN technology and Letul’s financial services to meet India’s vast demand for digital finance.
Facts
A subsidiary of 智通科創, Bharat Line Innovations Private Limited, completed the first-stage transfer of a 25% stake in Letul Investments Private Limited (India).
Letul is a non-bank financial company (NBFC) approved by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
智通科創’s transfer of the remaining 75% stake will proceed after receiving RBI approval and meeting the relevant closing conditions.
智通’s Zenzy platform has built a large user base through preinstallation on OPPO and realme phones.
The general manager of 智通科創 is Tsai Kun-huang.
Companies mentioned：智通科創、Bharat Line Innovations Private Limited、Letul Investments Private Limited、OPPO、realme
信邦 Sets September and Q3 Revenue Records as Strategic Presence in Three Major Growth Areas Takes Shape
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
信邦(3023-TW) reported revenue figures for September and Q3, setting records for both a single month and a single quarter. Revenue for the first 9 months also rose 15.24% year on year. The company said a recovery in demand from the green energy and industrial applications sectors drove revenue growth. It also announced that its strategic presence in three major growth areas—semiconductors, robotics and drones—has taken shape, and is expected to drive its next wave of growth.
Facts
信邦 reported consolidated revenue of NT$3.349 billion for September, up 25.51% year on year.
信邦 posted third-quarter revenue of NT$9.797 billion, up 8.09% quarter on quarter.
信邦 reported revenue of NT$27.183 billion for the first 9 months, up 15.24% year on year.
信邦’s strategic presence in three major growth areas—high-end semiconductor equipment, humanoid robots and commercial drones—has taken shape.
信邦’s September revenue has set a monthly record for 6 consecutive months since the company was founded.
Industrial applications accounted for 37.08% of 信邦’s sales.
Wire harness production and sales accounted for 78.24% of 信邦’s business.