https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 101 items from 5 sources; Japan, 42 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171275https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171275Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:38:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社探究学舎 will begin accepting applications on November 7 for “Inquiry Special,” an intensive short-term course held during winter break. The course will be offered at the Mitaka and Shibuya campuses, as well as for the first time at the Jiyugaoka campus, which opens in November. Tuition is 39,600 yen (tax included). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171271https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171271Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESFukuoka Prefecture-based IT startup 株式会社UnReact has released “Simple Receipt Self-Issuance,” an app that lets customers issue their own receipts and invoices from the order status page of a Shopify store. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171260https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171260Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:11:57 +0900JapanPR TIMESノジマTリーグ2026-2027シーズン公式戦、10月3日に日本生命レッドエルフ対京都カグヤライズのオーダーを発表。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171264https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171264Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社スタジオレックス will hold a 7.5th anniversary campaign for the smartphone RPG “Cat and Dragon” starting October 3, 2026. The campaign includes free gacha draws and login bonuses. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171263https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171263Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般財団法人BOATRACE振興会 will hold the “Momotetsu Boat Race: A Splashing Good Time” web promotion, a collaboration with the nationally popular game “Momotaro Dentetsu,” 6 times in total from March 2026 to March 2027. The third installment will launch on October 5, 2026, with a campaign offering prizes including Amazon gift cards and video games. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171262https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171262Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社IKUSA will hold the citywide mystery-solving event “Mystery Treasure Hunt in Matsusaka City: Matsusaka Gourmet Detectives” in Matsusaka, Mie Prefecture, from October 1 to December 27, 2026. Hosted by Matsusaka City, participation is free. The first 1,000 participants to complete the event will receive an original sticker. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171261https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171261Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社SKIYAKI opened the official fan club for idol group Loulou Neige on the Bitfan platform on October 3, 2026. The monthly membership fee is 960 yen. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171132https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171132Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:37:32 +0900JapanPR TIMESノジマTリーグ2026-2027シーズン公式戦、10月3日にT.T彩たま対岡山リベッツのオーダーを発表。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171133https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171133Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:37:12 +0900JapanPR TIMESリクエスト株式会社, which conducts research and develops education in organizational behavioral science based on data from 980 companies and 338,000 working people, has launched “HOBiROA (Hobiroa),” a website that guides users from workplace topics that interest them to related publicly available materials. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171059https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171059Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:29:47 +0900JapanPR TIMESSinger-songwriter Rihwa will release the 2-disc best-of album “My Wonderful Journey -15th Anniversary Best-,” featuring 24 tracks, on September 23, 2026, to mark the 15th anniversary of her major-label debut in 2012. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171060https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171060Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:29:00 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社自遊人が「10 stories stay yuzawa」に薪サウナを新設しグランドオープンした。同社は物価上昇や円安による旅のハードル高まりを受け、「旅をあきらめない」コンセプトで、サービスカットによる低価格（1泊9,000円〜）と源泉かけ流し温泉を提供する素泊まり型施設を展開している。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171061https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171061Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:21:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社RCは、出張買取サービス「買いクル」の運営会社として、環境省や他社と連携し、買取品物のリユースや適正な処理事業者へのつなぎ先まで透明化を図る取り組みを強化すると発表した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170971https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170971Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:12:43 +0900JapanPR TIMESリクエスト株式会社, a company that conducts research and develops education in organizational behavioral science®, has released for free “Learning from Art: Observation and Imagination (Images),” a creative workbook inspired by artists’ working materials. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170978https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170978Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES一畑山薬師寺 will hold its “Autumn Grand Festival” at the Okazaki Main Hall on October 4, 2026, with a Bon dance event also scheduled for the morning. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170977https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170977Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES認定NPO法人おてらおやつクラブ is running hometown tax donation crowdfunding from October 3 to December 31, 2026, to address child poverty, with a fundraising target of 12.5 million yen. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170976https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170976Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESHAPPY PROJECT, a general incorporated association, held its “3rd Coming-of-Age Ceremony” for the first time at Roppongi Hills on October 1, 2026, and presented actor Ken Ishiguro with a “3rd Coming-of-Age Certificate.” A forum was held where 9 people turning 60 announced their dreams and challenges, and about 200 people attended. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170975https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170975Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES山梨県曽根丘陵公園で2026年10月31日と11月1日に「第2回スマイルペットフェスタin曽根丘陵公園2026秋」が開催され、人と動物の健康寿命を考えるイベントが行われる。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170974https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170974Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ムーンラビット is running an official X follow-and-repost campaign for its new browser game “Chaos★Smash” through October 14. Amazon gift cards will be awarded in a drawing. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170973https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170973Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe trunk room “スペラボ品川戸越公園店,” operated by 株式会社UKCorporation, will open in Shinagawa Ward, Tokyo, on November 1, 2026, and is holding an opening campaign. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170972https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170972Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESYokohama Hakkeijima Sea Paradise announced that red panda Tsugumi will be relocated to Hirakawa Zoological Park in Kagoshima City on October 16, 2026. The animal will be on display through closing time on October 15, and a farewell event will be held from October 10 to 12. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170837https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170837Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:51:25 +0900JapanPR TIMESノジマＴリーグ2026-2027公式戦、10月3日に琉球アスティーダ対金沢ポートの対戦オーダーを発表。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170838https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170838Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:46:49 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社エスディーメディカル is sponsoring the 69th Chubu Regional Branch Meeting of the Japanese Stomatological Society, an NPO, to be held on October 4, 2026, and will exhibit a working “SD Unit” dental unit outside the venue. It will also reveal the unit’s internal structure with the cover open, along with pricing and parts information, highlighting how its simple design reduces failure rates and improves cost efficiency. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170712https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170712Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:21:11 +0900JapanPR TIMESA private sauna, 郡山ステーションサウナ, a salon with services that vary by time of day, YOHAKU, and an Indian and Nepalese restaurant, マヌシ, have opened near Koriyama Station. The relaxation complex operated by 株式会社中宏 is attracting attention. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170691https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170691Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社シュクレイ has launched “Scallop Tempura Crackers,” a limited-time product made with scallop adductor muscles from Hokkaido, from the long-established confectionery shop 築地ちとせ. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170692https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170692Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社REJECT launched the REJECT Official Fan Club on October 3, 2026, and began accepting memberships. The club is operated by 株式会社アソビダス and offers benefits including priority ticket sales and exclusive content. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170708https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170708Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ポイカジ officially launched “Poikaji,” a game-based points service with reduced operating costs through AI development, on October 3, 2026. About 2,000 people signed up during the test play, and the service achieves high reward rates with a low-cost structure of 0 employees and development costs of several hundred thousand yen. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170707https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170707Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA September 2026 generative AI tracking survey conducted by 株式会社ブランディングワークス found IBJメンバーズ ranked No. 1 among recommended marriage agencies, with a 100% mention rate. ChatGPT and Gemini agreed, and citations from life.oricon.co.jp accounted for the largest share of the sources cited in the answers. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170706https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170706Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Blu-ray & DVD of “Touken Ranbu - ICE BLADE -” is set for release on February 24, 2027. Preorders are being accepted through KING RECORDS STORE and アニメイト通販, and the first production run will include a script replica. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170705https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170705Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESアイデンティティー・パートナーズ株式会社 will hold “IDP Power Lunch vol.10,” an online talk show series supporting learning and ambition among business professionals. For its 10th installment, Pakistani judoka and entrepreneur Shah Hussain Shah will be the guest. The event will be held online on October 16, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170704https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170704Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社コインパレス has released a set of 3 “Italy 2026 Italian Excellence Ferrari Proof Silver Coins,” issued in 2026 and produced by イタリア国立造幣局. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170703https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170703Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ベルコ東札幌支社代理店グループ will hold its “Autumn Appreciation Festival” at 札幌ベルコ会館 on October 16, 2026, featuring a life-planning seminar on family funerals, commemorative photo sessions and a tasting event. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170702https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170702Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社CAM has released content forecasting fortunes for 2027 on its official fortune-telling site “Hoshi Hitomi’s Tensho Astrology Name Reading” and its sister site “Hoshi Hitomi Fortune-Telling PREMIUM.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170701https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170701Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社焦点工房 will run a points campaign in conjunction with the “Shopping Marathon” starting October 4, 2026. All products will earn 2 times the points, while Viltrox brand products will earn 5 times the points; Autumn Rush coupons will also be distributed. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170700https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170700Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESFM AICHI will air a special program, “FM AICHI THE ALFEE SPECIAL ～TOUR RADIO～,” late at night on October 6, featuring a live report and interviews from the opening day of THE ALFEE’s fall tour in Nagoya. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170699https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170699Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン began selling content prints for the TV anime “東京リベンジャーズ”三天戦争編 on multifunction copiers at セブン‐イレブン stores nationwide on October 3. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170698https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170698Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社主婦と生活社 has announced that it will release “memorable,” a photo book by actor Mei Hata, on November 12, 2026. The title and cover images for the regular and limited editions have been revealed for the first time. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170697https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170697Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESハードロックカフェ will hold “TMG Special Days,” an event commemorating a national tour by TMG, led by Tak Matsumoto, at 5 locations in Japan starting October 5, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170696https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170696Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社コロプラ will launch “黒ウィズタイトーステーション2026,” a collaboration campaign between its smartphone game “Quiz RPG: The Wizard and the Black Cat” and タイトー, on October 3, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170695https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170695Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe vocal best album for “Detective Precure!” will be released on February 3, 2027, and the 2nd original soundtrack will be released on December 23, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170694https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170694Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTAC株式会社 will hold free online individual consultations in October for those aiming for public service jobs in psychology or welfare. Homeroom instructor Teru Yamaguchi will provide guidance on study plans and help address concerns. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170693https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170693Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESNC Corporation has announced that it will air a special live broadcast, “AION2 LIVE,” at 20:00 on October 4, ahead of the official launch of the MMORPG “AION2.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170687https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170687Sat, 03 Oct 2026 11:54:59 +0900JapanPR TIMESElementary school students at “NIJIN Project School,” run by 株式会社NIJIN, have created and published a landing page (LP) calling for donations to support areas affected by the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto earthquake. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171276https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171276Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:51:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA國科會宣布台英科學創新暨技術合作協議（SITA）於2日在倫敦簽署，雙方將推動衛星通訊、矽光子學術聯盟及半導體培力等3項合作項目。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171277https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171277Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:50:33 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIn the bronze-medal game of the women’s softball tournament at the Nagoya Asian Games, Taiwan’s team went on the attack, with 林鳳珍, 陳家宜 and 葉貴萍 all hitting home runs. Taiwan eventually defeated the Philippines 12-2, ending the game early after 4 innings and winning Asian Games bronze for the second consecutive time. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171278https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171278Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:47:31 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPresident 賴清德 visited 2026 Presidential Education Award recipient 林勇杉, praising him for sharing his experiences and encouraging younger students after taking part in an overseas exchange in Iceland through the Youth Overseas Dream Fulfillment Program. He emphasized the government’s goals of promoting educational equality and broadening young people’s international outlook. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171279https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171279Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:44:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAsian Games newcomer 徐薇淩 shot a 69 in the final round of golf at the Nagoya Asian Games, finishing tied for 11th with a 278. She sank a birdie putt from more than 30 feet on the closing 18th hole, a key moment in helping Taiwan’s women’s team hold its lead and win bronze. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171273https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171273Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:35:26 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA基隆市立田徑場歷經5年改建後正式啟用，市長謝國樑投入超過新台幣9億元預算完成工程。立法院長韓國瑜出席見證典禮力挺謝國樑，並宣布全國秋季體育活動聯合競賽即日起在該場地舉行，試營運期間戶外場域免費開放使用。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171274https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171274Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:32:24 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAForeign Minister 林佳龍 is expected to arrive in Phoenix, Arizona, on the evening of Oct. 3 to attend the opening ceremony for the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Phoenix and visit 台積電’s Arizona plant. He will be accompanied by AIT Managing Director 藍鶯. The trip aims to deepen Taiwan-U.S. economic and trade ties and learn about the needs of Taiwanese businesses operating in the United States. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171272https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171272Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:28:22 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA疾管署預估台灣流感高峰單週就診上看15萬人次，日本疫情暴增10倍，呼籲民眾盡快接種疫苗。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171269https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171269Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:23:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPhilippine authorities raided online scam hubs in two southern towns, arresting nearly 200 foreign suspects and seizing about 2,000 phones and multiple computers. The representative office in the Philippines said its preliminary understanding was that no Taiwanese nationals had been arrested. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171270https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171270Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:22:17 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA民進黨 Taipei mayoral candidate 沈伯洋 will open his campaign headquarters on the 4th, with high-profile figures including President 賴清德 and Vice President 蕭美琴 expected to attend. Campaign director-general 吳思瑤 said a band would perform and an LED broadcast wall would be set up, urging the public to arrive early to avoid overcrowding. 沈伯洋 also criticized rival 蔣萬安’s large communications team for evading municipal issues and commented on the redevelopment of Civic Plaza and food safety in school lunches. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171267https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171267Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:16:13 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA調查局接獲信民協會檢舉，查出桃園曾姓民眾在Threads流傳造謠假民調貼文，損害協會名譽並涉嫌影響選舉結果。曾姓男子到案後坦承無該通訪問電話並願道歉，經桃園地檢署檢察官諭令以新台幣10萬元交保。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171268https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171268Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:16:11 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA蘋果公司 announced it will modify the Mac operating system to provide more prominent warnings when AI agents request access to data across the entire device, strengthening user privacy protections. The move follows accusations that Meta’s AI tool Muse read private messages without consent. Meta denied the allegation, saying users must explicitly enable the permission before it can read them. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171265https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171265Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:15:09 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA曾雅妮 shot a 68 in the final round of the women’s golf team event at the Nagoya Asian Games, helping Taiwan win bronze. After the competition, she said she had been extremely nervous and worried she would become the team’s “weak link,” and thanked the support staff. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171266https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171266Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:14:07 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA蔣萬安 criticized 沈伯洋 for equating drugs with medication, saying the city government had cut off supply at its source over the past four years and that the line on drugs must not be blurred. 沈伯洋 argued that attention should be paid to managing drug risks and that people should read more research. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171259https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171259Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:11:05 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中華精測 posted record revenue in September, benefiting from AI-driven demand. 南電’s September revenue rose 57.82% year on year, the second-highest figure for the same period. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171258https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171258Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:02:02 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA co-pilot on 杜拜航空 Flight 1073 stabbed the captain in the cockpit. After hearing a strange noise, a mother screamed and pulled an off-duty pilot into action, prompting 4 Israeli passengers to rush into the cockpit and subdue the assailant. The plane landed safely. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171137https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171137Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:56:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA教育部次長劉國偉宣布「青年百億海外圓夢基金計畫」，2026年預計送3000多名青年出國，其中逾10%為偏鄉、弱勢與原住民；2027年目標4500人，2028年達6000人，並提供「以訓代審」協助撰寫計畫。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171134https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171134Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:51:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATainan City announced its 9th imported dengue case, involving a male migrant worker from the Philippines. He tested positive on a rapid test upon arrival, was diagnosed and hospitalized. The national total stands at 179 cases. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171135https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171135Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:46:56 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAOn the eve of Brazil’s election, the United States suspended consular services in the country over security concerns, and Australia subsequently closed its embassy there, raising fears of election interference and heightening tensions. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171136https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171136Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:44:54 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe women’s doubles gold-medal match at the Nagoya Asian Games pits Chan Hao-ching/Wu Fang-hsien against Hsieh Su-wei/Liang En-shuo, with Taiwan assured of both the gold and silver medals. Before the match, the organizers played music by 八三夭 and MP魔幻力量. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171129https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171129Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:33:51 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIn the women’s team golf event at the Nagoya Asian Games, Taiwan, led by Yani Tseng and joined by Hsu Wei-ling and Chien Pei-yun, won bronze with a total score of 550. China and India took the top 2 places. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171130https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171130Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:33:49 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA 21-year-old man surnamed Huang lost control while driving under the influence of drugs in Taichung’s North District and crashed into an overpass, injuring 3 university students out for a morning run. The students suffered minor injuries. Police found drugs in his saliva, while his blood alcohol reading was 0. He was arrested and referred for investigation on suspicion of endangering public safety. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171131https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171131Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:32:47 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Air Force has ordered 66 F-16V blk70 fighter jets. The first 2, numbered 6727 and 6728, flew via Hawaii and Guam to Chihhang Air Base in Taitung. The Ministry of National Defense released footage of their escort and landing. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170982https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170982Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:23:45 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA秀傳醫療體系 held a presentation titled “Working Together for Taiwan, Deepening Our Commitment to Health,” sharing 21 achievements in fields including AI healthcare, community health management and care in remote areas. Minister of Health and Welfare Shih Chung-liang attended and discussed National Health Insurance reform and healthcare resilience. 秀傳醫療體系 chairman Huang Ming-ho emphasized a new model for building a continuous health care network connecting hospitals and communities. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170979https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170979Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:13:43 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台電 held its 47th mass wedding, bringing together 80 couples. Premier Cho Jung-tai officiated and encouraged the newlyweds to support one another like energy storage in a power system. He also mentioned the government’s birth-support policies and 台電’s related benefits. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170980https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170980Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:13:41 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 農業部’s Regulations for the Management of Animal Exhibitions have been in effect for 10 years, with an emphasis on preventing animal stress. Leofoo Village demonstrated how whistles, target sticks and positive rewards can encourage animals such as lemurs and white rhinos to voluntarily cooperate with weigh-ins and medical examinations, improving animal welfare and staff safety. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170981https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170981Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:13:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAVice President Hsiao Bi-khim joined Democratic Progressive Party Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Lai Jui-lung at a prayer meeting and praised him as a cat person who works hard on the streets. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170969https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170969Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:09:36 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAUS President Donald Trump is expected to appoint Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton as the White House’s top AI adviser, potentially giving him senior roles in both intelligence and AI policy. Clayton was a Wall Street lawyer early in his career and represented Goldman Sachs and Barclays in cases related to the financial crisis. He later served as SEC chairman and US attorney for the Southern District of New York, before being confirmed by the Senate in July 2026 as director of national intelligence, overseeing the country’s 18 intelligence agencies. The appointment highlights how AI has been elevated to a national security issue in the Trump administration. The Federal Trade Commission also recently launched investigations into Anthropic and OpenAI. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170970https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170970Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:05:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA高雄苓雅區凌晨發生墜樓案，1名消防人員於架設氣墊時因閃避不及遭墜樓民眾壓傷，2人均送醫且無生命危險。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170839https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170839Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:56:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Ministry of the Interior announced the first redesign and upgrade of substitute service uniforms in 25 years. The uniforms use highly tear-resistant, water-repellent materials to enhance their functionality on duty and will make their debut in the disaster prevention volunteers’ parade at the National Day celebrations in ROC year 115. Police dogs and firefighter search-and-rescue dogs will also take part in the performance. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170716https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170716Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:40:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA公費「左流右新」疫苗開打2天，流感疫苗累計接種60.1萬人、COVID-19疫苗累計20.9萬人，均高於去年同期；流感疫苗單日33.5萬人次刷新2021年以來最高紀錄。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170713https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170713Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:29:09 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA crane suddenly toppled during exterior cleaning work at the 宜科 factory-office building in Yilan Science Park, causing 2 workers to fall and leaving 1 dead and 1 injured. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170714https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170714Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:26:07 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFormer 台灣民眾黨 chair Ko Wen-je said the key battlegrounds in the 2026 nine-in-one elections are New Taipei City and Kaohsiung City. If the Democratic Progressive Party takes New Taipei, Kuomintang chair Zheng Li-wen should step down; if the blue camp takes Kaohsiung, Democratic Progressive Party chair Lai Ching-te may be replaced. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170715https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170715Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:26:05 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADuring a trial of a new digital alcohol tester at Keelung Station, 台鐵’s cybersecurity system detected that the network card was made in China. 台鐵 said it had ordered the supplier to make improvements, and the card was replaced and proof of origin provided on the 2nd. There are currently no China-made network cards, and the trial is continuing. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170711https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170711Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:18:02 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe G20 Trade Ministers’ Meeting was held in Milwaukee, United States. The U.S. accused China of overcapacity and voiced concern that its low-priced exports were flooding the market. China’s Vice Minister of Commerce Li Chenggang firmly opposed using overcapacity as a pretext for protectionism, and called for practicing multilateralism and upholding the 世貿組織 system. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170709https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170709Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:15:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中國商務部 announced that, effective immediately, it is launching an anti-dumping investigation into p-nitrotoluene imports originating in the European Union. The investigation is expected to conclude by Oct. 3, 2027. It follows claims by the applicants that import volumes from the EU remained high from 2022 to 2025 while prices fell by nearly 60% cumulatively, causing harm to Chinese industry. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170710https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170710Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:13:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAU.S. President Donald Trump said South Korea was not rushing its investment in the Alaska liquefied natural gas (LNG) project and threatened to charge more if it did not agree to invest. South Korean officials said the scale and terms of the investment had not been finalized or expressed surprise at the proposal. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170690https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170690Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:06:56 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe written test for the ROC year 115 government-funded study-abroad examination was held today at National Taiwan University, with 388 candidates competing for 201 places. For the first time, applicants in the five major trusted-industry fields will be selected through document review and interviews. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170688https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170688Sat, 03 Oct 2026 11:58:54 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe KMT caucus proposed increasing the universal cash payout to NT$20,000. Executive Yuan President Cho Jung-tai said the proposal could be handled through the proper procedures, but stressed that 3 principles must be upheld: fiscal discipline, avoiding cuts to already-budgeted spending, and not taking on debt. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170689https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170689Sat, 03 Oct 2026 11:56:51 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe annual Taiwan-UK vice-ministerial economic and trade dialogue was held in London. Jiang Wen-ruo, a political deputy minister at the 經濟部, led a delegation of senior representatives from nearly 20 companies to the UK, the largest such delegation in 10 years. The sides confirmed strategic alignment between the five trusted industries and the UK’s industrial strategy, and signed a memorandum of understanding on export credit cooperation and an agreement to promote exchanges between businesses on both sides. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171198https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171198Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:44:31 +0900Taiwan風傳媒To combat fraud, 永豐銀行 and 台灣企銀 announced shorter reservation periods for cardless withdrawals, reducing them to 5 minutes and 10 minutes respectively. Security measures at the eight state-owned banks are tightening, with only 土地銀行 retaining a 30-minute window, reflecting a broad trend across the financial sector toward shorter transaction time limits. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171199https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171199Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The article explains what drivers should do if they realize they are in the wrong lane before a red light, stressing that they must not cut directly into another lane or risk a fine. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171200https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171200Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:26:52 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The KMT caucus's draft special act to distribute 2萬元 to everyone passed its first reading in the Legislative Yuan and was referred for review. Former budget chief Wei Po-tao said excess tax revenue could fund the payments, with no need to borrow or cut social welfare, meeting public expectations. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171201https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171201Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:20:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Former U.S. congressman Rivera was sentenced to 10 years in prison for illegally lobbying on behalf of the Venezuelan government in exchange for hefty consulting fees. The case involves his relationship with current Secretary of State Rubio, but Rubio denied knowing about it. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171202https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171202Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:10:39 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The 台中市政府 is holding the “2026 Taichung Ocean Tourism Festival” from October 3 to 4 to celebrate the completion of the Daan Harbor Mazu Cultural Park. The park features Taiwan's tallest Mazu statue, at 53.6 meters, as well as a range of performances, a market and sea views, drawing visitors for day trips along the coast. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171203https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171203Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:00:58 +0900Taiwan風傳媒After a second-instance court found Chou Yu-kou guilty of falsely accusing Chang Shu-chuan, Chang named Su Chiao-hui as an accomplice. Taipei City Councilor Hou Han-ting harshly criticized Su for failing to stop the false claims at the time and instead demanding that the victim confront her accuser head-on. He called it political opportunism to shore up deep-green votes and urged voters to pay attention to the ethical standards expected of public servants. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171204https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3171204Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:00:09 +0900Taiwan風傳媒朱宗慶打擊樂團慶祝40周年，推出擊樂劇場《六部曲》展開南北巡演。作品繼台北場後，將前往高雄與台中演出，展現樂團歷經組織變革後的藝術成果。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170777https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170777Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:52:14 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This article covers several of today's top stories, including senior discounts on 台鐵, the 經濟部's Group Reunion Good Market Vouchers, cheerleader popularity rankings and political election developments. The KMT has revised its view of the Shen Po-yang ripple effect and is preparing for an intense campaign, while remarks by the transportation minister after a hands-on test drew criticism. It also mentions the closure of a department store in central Taiwan, increased travel to the U.S. and changing weather. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170778https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170778Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:28:01 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The ruling and opposition parties in the Legislative Yuan are locked in a policy battle over a nationwide cash handout. The Executive Yuan plans to distribute 1萬元 in 2027, while the KMT caucus has proposed increasing the amount to 2萬元 and pushing to speed up implementation. The two sides are at odds over funding and timing. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170779https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170779Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:25:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said explicitly on November 7, 2025, that a Taiwan Strait conflict could trigger Japan's right to collective self-defense, prompting a strong response and sanctions from China and worsening China-Japan relations. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170780https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170780Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:20:45 +0900Taiwan風傳媒A fight broke out in the cockpit of 杜拜航空 Flight 1073, with the co-pilot suspected of trying to crash the plane and stabbing the captain. After passengers helped restrain the attacker, other pilots took control of the aircraft and made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia. Everyone aboard was rescued. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170781https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170781Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:20:22 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Yemen's Houthi rebels accused Saudi Arabian forces of carrying out frequent airstrikes recently, with the total reaching 1350. To ensure the safety of Red Sea shipping, Saudi Arabia is considering launching a new offensive in the coming weeks, with U.S. intelligence support and defensive assistance from some allies. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170782https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170782Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:08:25 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The U.S. military's NMESIS anti-ship missile system is being deployed to Yonaguni Island for the first time, 111 kilometers from Taiwan, to take part in the Japan-U.S. Keen Sword 27 exercise. Japan's Type 25 surface-to-ship guided missile will also be featured, as the two sides practice 'jointly attacking warships' in a move seen as military deterrence aimed at China. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170783https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170783Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:03:46 +0900Taiwan風傳媒MyGoPen fact-checked an online rumor about 3.4 million in fraudulent charges involving 全支付 and found it was a phishing scam, not a personal data leak. 金管會 said payment institutions are responsible when consumers are not at fault, and that bank accounts are not inherently more dangerous than credit cards. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170627https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170627Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒寶島淨鄉團 is promoting the recycling of secondhand cosmetics. Unexpired products are sanitized and recirculated through stores, while expired products are used for art education or restoration of the deceased. The group encourages people to donate through various channels to reduce plastic waste and promote sustainability. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170628https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170628Sat, 03 Oct 2026 11:57:15 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The three cities of Taipei, New Taipei and Taoyuan are rolling out policies allowing large motorcycles to park in motorcycle spaces starting in 2026. Taipei will expand its trial on 10/6 to open 63,000 spaces, while New Taipei and Taoyuan have already implemented the policy. The measure aims to improve the efficiency of road-space use, but fees and the areas covered vary by city, and violations are still subject to fines. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170629https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170629Sat, 03 Oct 2026 11:48:36 +0900Taiwan風傳媒張楷逸, a student at LUYA Academy in New Taipei City, won the global championship at the 14th HIPPO International English Olympiad in Italy in September 2026, demonstrating outstanding English ability. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170631https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170631Sat, 03 Oct 2026 11:45:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒三谷小百合, a 65-year-old Japanese woman, shifted to working from home to care for her grandchild. By teaching herself generative AI and Adobe Firefly, she successfully transitioned to image production and business consulting, earning nearly 300,000 yen a month. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170630https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-12/index-en.html#n3170630Sat, 03 Oct 2026 11:45:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Trump threatened to impose higher tariffs on South Korea to pressure it into participating in Alaska LNG development. South Korea clarified that it would invest only if the project were economically viable. The episode has heightened U.S.-South Korea trade tensions, while questions remain about implementation because the Supreme Court has limited the president's unilateral tariff powers.