A multi-vehicle collision in Plateau State in central Nigeria killed 20 people and injured 5. A preliminary investigation cited brake failure as the cause.
Peng Chia-hui tearfully thanks fans for 30 years of support at Taipei Arena, jokes she was not pretty when she debuted but fans have good taste
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Singer Peng Chia-hui held her "Counting the Days" concert at Taipei Arena, thanking fans for 30 years of support through tears. She joked that she was not pretty when she debuted but still won fans' approval. Friend Hsu Fu-kai made a surprise appearance to sing with her, and she performed several classic and tribute songs.
Taiwanese businesspeople in Malaysia celebrate the 115th Double Ten National Day, hope to show the world Taiwan's values
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
馬來西亞台灣商會聯合總會 held a Republic of China 115th National Day banquet in Penang, attended by more than 400 Taiwanese businesspeople and officials. Lin Kai-min, Lien Yu-ping and others stressed Taiwan's importance in AI and supply chains, as well as Taiwanese businesspeople's contributions, and expressed hope that the event would strengthen ties and help the world see Taiwan's values.
Facts
Republic of China’s 115 National Day
More than 400 Taiwanese businesspeople living in Malaysia
Russia threatens new offensive on Kyiv, urges foreigners to leave
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Russia's Foreign Ministry issued a statement warning that Kyiv is about to face a new large-scale attack, and again urged diplomats and foreigners to leave the Ukrainian capital.
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(Translator: Kao Chao-fen / Editor: Hong Qi-yuan)1151003
Returning from the Asian Games with a hot bat, Huang Wei-sheng did not see the streamers and only then realized the battle was not over
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 中華職棒 中信兄弟隊 beat the Fubon Guardians 3-0, with Asian Games returnee Huang Wei-sheng hitting the game-winning triple. Because the 樂天桃猿隊 won, the Brothers' magic number fell only to M1, and they must try again at home tomorrow to clinch the second-half title.
Chinese holiday crowds overwhelm overseas attractions, leaving people unsure whether they are at home or abroad
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
During the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holidays, large numbers of Chinese tourists flocked to overseas attractions in Australia, Italy and the United Kingdom. Locals and visitors reported huge crowds, saying it was even hard to tell whether they were at home or abroad.
Vietnam's 3rd-quarter economic growth surges 9.95%, fastest pace in 4 years
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Vietnamese government statistics showed that the economy grew 9.95% in the 3rd quarter, its fastest pace in 4 years. Growth for the first 9 months totaled 9.01%, the highest for the same period in 15 years. 亞洲開發銀行 raised its full-year forecast to 7.8%, while 富時羅素 upgraded Vietnam's stock market to secondary emerging-market status.
Facts
3rd-quarter economic growth surged 9.95%
Above the previous quarter's 8.81%
Economic growth for the first 9 months of this year was 9.01%
Imports rose ...36.7% year-on-year
Economic growth still reached 8% last year
From the July forecast of 7.2%
Raised to 7.8%
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Beijing establishes first overseas air force facility in Laos; analysts say it expands China's overseas military footprint
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
China's Defense Ministry announced the opening of a China-Laos joint military support and training center at Ban Koun Airport in Laos. Analysts see it as China's first overseas air base and a symbol of its expanding overseas military footprint.
Facts
Officially opened on September 29
Only about 1/3 of the United States' size
Opened in 2017 in Djibouti, an East African country near the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden
In 2025, it also sent military representatives to co-host the opening ceremony of the joint support and training center with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet
Taiwan wins gold and silver in Asian Games women's tennis doubles; Yani Tseng leads women's golf team to bronze
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
At the Nagoya Asian Games, Taiwan's Hsieh Su-wei and Liang En-shuo won gold in women's tennis doubles, while Chan Hao-ching and Wu Fang-hsien took silver. The women's golf team, led by Yani Tseng, won bronze with a total of 550 strokes, bringing Taiwan's tally for the day to 1 gold, 1 silver and 3 bronze.
Facts
Won the women's tennis doubles gold at the Nagoya Asian Games
國際能源總署: Member countries have released 325 million barrels of strategic oil reserves so far
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
國際能源總署 (IEA) said member countries have released about 325 million barrels of strategic oil reserves since pledging in March to release 400 million barrels. Earlier, the G7 agreed to coordinate the release of 100 million barrels of diesel and strategic oil reserves to ease concerns over energy supplies.
Lions beat Dragons for 4th straight win; Wang Ching-ming earns save for first time in 8 years
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 中職 統一7-ELEVEn獅隊 beat the 味全龍隊 5-3 for their 4th consecutive win. Pitcher Wang Ching-ming earned a save for the first time in 8 years, while Dragons player Shih Hsiang-yu reached the milestone of 100 career hits.
Brothers beat Guardians, magic number falls to M1; yellow streamers bring good fortune as they try again for the title at Intercontinental Stadium
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
中華職棒中信兄弟隊 beat the Fubon Guardians 3-0, but after the 樂天桃猿隊 rallied to win, the magic number to clinch the title fell only to M1. The Brothers must try again to clinch the title at Intercontinental Baseball Stadium.
Vice President Hsiao: Tsai Yi-yu is like Doraemon, clever and able to solve problems
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim campaigned for Democratic Progressive Party Chiayi County magistrate candidate Tsai Yi-yu, saying he is as clever as Doraemon and has the ability to solve problems. She also endorsed him as the best successor to incumbent Magistrate Weng Chang-liang.
North Korea announces test launch of intermediate-range missile, claims AI technology makes attack unavoidable
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
North Korea claimed it test-launched an intermediate-range strategic missile equipped with AI technology, capable of changing trajectory at low altitude and impossible to evade. South Korea's military reported a launch distance of more than 700 kilometers.
The winning numbers for Taiwan Lottery's Daily Cash 539 Draw No. 115240 were 05, 28, 33, 38 and 29; the 3-Star winning number was 332, and the 4-Star winning number was 1720.
Shenzhen to host APEC summit in November; China's Foreign Ministry: Putin welcome to attend
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said China welcomes Russian President Vladimir Putin to attend this year's APEC Economic Leaders' Informal Meeting, which will be held in Shenzhen in November.
6 Ruifang officers investigated for misconduct over meal gathering; precinct chief given demerit and recommended for non-supervisory post
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A senior officer surnamed Kao who heads the 瑞芳警分局 and 6 other officers were investigated for violating police discipline at a meal gathering, including drinking alcohol, smoking in violation of regulations and staying past the permitted time. Each received 1 demerit, and Kao was recommended for reassignment to a non-supervisory position.
Man seen handling Swiss Army knife at Taipei Metro's Touqianzhuang Station; police identify him and investigate
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A man was reported brandishing a knife at Touqianzhuang Station in New Taipei City's Xinzhuang District in the evening. Police confirmed he had been handling a Swiss Army knife and had not caused alarm. They have identified him and are continuing their investigation; Taipei Metro service is operating normally.
Typhoon Choi-wan may approach the Ogasawara Islands; 日本氣象廳 warns of high waves
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
日本氣象廳 said Typhoon Choi-wan is strengthening and moving north, and is expected to approach the Ogasawara Islands with strong force around the 5th to 6th, warning the public to be alert for strong winds and high waves. Wave heights in the Ogasawara Islands reached 6 meters on the 4th and are expected to reach 8 meters on the 5th.
Rakuten Monkeys score 6 in an inning to turn game around and keep playoff hopes alive
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The CPBL's 樂天桃猿 defeated 台鋼雄鷹 after scoring 6 runs in the bottom of the 7th inning to turn the game around, winning 7-5 and keeping their playoff hopes alive.
Egypt's fertility rate falls 18% in 4 years; experts cite rising living costs and changing family choices
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Egypt's fertility rate fell 18.2% from 2021 to 2025. Experts say rising living costs and government family-planning measures have changed families' decisions about having children.
Taiwan's representative office in Europe hosts National Day reception in Luxembourg; officials voice support for Taiwan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Taipei Representative Office in the EU and Belgium hosted a National Day reception in Luxembourg, where several Luxembourg officials voiced support for Taiwan, emphasizing its key role in the semiconductor supply chain and its meaningful participation in international organizations.
Facts
Republic of China (Taiwan) 115 National Day reception
More than 100 people from Luxembourg's political, business, academic and other sectors
Since Taiwan's first direct presidential election in 1996
Su Chiao-hui and Puma Shen appear together in Sanxia, call for Taipei-New Taipei cooperation to promote tourism
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Democratic Progressive Party New Taipei mayoral candidate Su Chiao-hui and Taipei mayoral candidate Puma Shen appeared together in Sanxia, advocating both competition and cooperation between Taipei and New Taipei in transportation, education, social welfare, tourism and culture. Su proposed pooling resources to develop tourism in the "Diamond Mountain Town" area and raising business-district subsidies from NT$6 million to NT$18 million. She also proposed connecting the two cities' smart transportation system data to ease commuting congestion.
Chiang Wan-an walks the runway at Taipei Fashion Week, hoping to showcase Taiwan's soft power and connect with the world
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 2026 Taipei Fashion Week cross-disciplinary fashion show took place at the Taipei Music Center. Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an walked the red carpet wearing a design by BOB Jian簡國彥, hoping to showcase Taiwan's soft power and incorporate international elements.
Puma Shen challenges Chiang Wan-an and Lee Chuan-ching to debate drugs; Yin Wei hits back: First explain "drugs distributed at community centers"
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Democratic Progressive Party Taipei mayoral candidate Puma Shen, whose 2014 post drew criticism from the Kuomintang camp, invited Chiang Wan-an and Lee Chuan-ching to debate drug policy today (3). Yin Wei of the Kuomintang New Taipei City Council hit back, demanding that Shen first clarify his positions, including "distributing drugs at community centers."
Facts
On the 3rd, Puma Shen named Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an and Kuomintang New Taipei mayoral candidate Lee Chuan-ching, saying he was willing to debate drug policy "1-on-2."
Yin Wei, head of the Taipei City Research, Development and Evaluation Commission, posted in the evening, summarizing Shen's old posts as 3 positions: "Drugs are just medicine," "Don't punish drug users" and "Distribute drugs at community centers."
The controversy stems from an article Puma Shen published under the pen name "Puma" on the Thinking Taiwan Forum in September 2014.
Citing Shen's original article, Yin Wei said Shen advocated setting up community centers to provide drug users with drugs and clean needles.
Yin Wei challenged Shen, asking whether the fact that both a fan and an electric fan are called "fan" in English means one can say a fan is an electric fan, rebutting Shen's explanation of the word "drug."
Puma Shen stressed that drugs must of course be controlled and listed measures such as needle exchange and methadone treatment.
Yin Wei questioned whether Shen's response had explained his original policy proposal, noting that methadone is an oral medication and differs from providing drugs and needles at community centers.
Could 台積電 partner with Elon Musk's Terafab? Foreign media reveal new plans for a Texas plant
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台積電 is evaluating a partnership with Elon Musk's Terafab to operate a semiconductor factory in Texas and could become a major customer for its future plants. The partnership could support 台積電's plans to establish a new campus in Texas, where each wafer fab is expected to cost at least $20 billion. The plans remain at an early evaluation stage.
Facts
台積電 is exploring the possibility of working with Elon Musk's Terafab wafer-fab project to help operate a semiconductor plant in Texas.
台積電 is assessing the establishment of a new campus in Texas, with an investment of at least $20 billion for each wafer fab.
SpaceX will build a vertically integrated semiconductor factory in Grimes County, Texas, with first-phase investment exceeding $16.8 billion.
英特爾 announced its participation in the Terafab project, saying it will use its chip design, manufacturing and packaging capabilities to assist SpaceX, xAI and 特斯拉.
台積電 responded to rumors of an investment in Texas by saying it does not comment on market rumors and emphasizing that overseas expansion is based on customer demand.
Chinese tourists can't get to Kamakura, so they “built one themselves”! Jiangsu recreates the Slam Dunk railroad crossing in stunning detail; the “Kamakura-koko-mae” spot goes viral, leaving Japanese media astonished
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The number of Chinese visitors to Japan fell sharply in 2026 due to higher visa fees and fewer flights, but a “Little Kamakura” attraction recreating Slam Dunk scenes from Kamakura has emerged in Jiangsu, signaling a shift in consumption of Japanese culture toward domestic destinations.
Facts
About 2.905 million Chinese travelers visited Japan from January to August 2026, down 56.7% from the same period last year.
Japan will raise the fee for a single-entry visa for foreign nationals from about 3,000 yen to 15,000 yen.
An attraction recreating the Kamakura-koko-mae scene from Slam Dunk has appeared along the coast of Jiangsu Province.
Japan will raise the fee for a multiple-entry visa from about 6,000 yen to 30,000 yen.
The official fee for applying for a single-entry Japanese visa in China is 715 yuan.
Shen Po-yang calls for a “1-on-2” debate on drug policy, naming Chiang Wan-an and Lee Chuan-wu; Wang Hung-wei reveals the key point: “Stop making excuses”
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Democratic Progressive Party Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Po-yang has faced criticism from the Kuomintang camp over his anti-drug policies, with Chiang Wan-an and Wang Hung-wei separately calling the policies vague or accusing him of conflating concepts. Shen hit back and challenged Chiang and Lee to a debate on drug policy, sparking a dispute over the definition of harm-reduction measures such as needle exchanges and methadone treatment.
Facts
Shen Po-yang accused Chiang Wan-an and Lee Chuan-wu of deliberately stoking fear and said he was willing to debate drug policy with both of them at once.
Chiang Wan-an urged Shen Po-yang not to “make a joke of fighting drugs” in response to his anti-drug policies.
Wang Hung-wei questioned Shen Po-yang for conflating the provision of needles with methadone treatment, and asked whether he intended to distribute drugs and needles at community centers.
The Executive Yuan approved a harm-reduction pilot program in 2005, with pilot areas including Taipei City, Taipei County, Taoyuan County and Tainan County.
Shen Po-yang said Taipei City had already implemented harm-reduction policies, including needle-exchange and methadone-treatment programs, when Ma Ying-jeou was mayor.
Shen Po-yang explained that “in ten minutes” was because he was still on the way back to Taipei from Sanxia at the time and was worried he might not make it in about five minutes.
Wang Hung-wei said methadone is an oral medication and questioned how providing clean needles in the community could be compared with methadone treatment.
Global sell-off in government bonds triggers a domino effect! Chen Feng-hsin warns: Tech giants' AI spending could become a ticking time bomb
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Veteran media figure Chen Feng-hsin said a surge in long-term U.S. Treasury yields to record highs has sparked a global sell-off, putting enormous pressure on real estate, highly leveraged companies and public utilities. While tech giants have become a safe haven thanks to their high profits, their massive AI capital spending could trigger a bond-market crisis if it fails to generate profits in time.
Facts
Yields on long-term 10-year and 30-year U.S. government bonds have hit record highs, drawing intense attention from global financial markets.
Chen Feng-hsin said French government bonds are the most vulnerable in this wave of selling because the country's budget deficit violates EU standards and it faces pressure from the 2027 presidential election.
Many companies that issued large amounts of 5-to-7-year corporate bonds in 2020 and 2021 are now facing maturities, forcing them to issue new bonds to repay old ones and sharply increasing their financing costs.
Tech giants such as Google, Meta and 微軟 have begun issuing large amounts of corporate bonds to fund their AI strategies, and AI capital spending is still expected to grow by half over the next year.
A strong rally in the U.S. dollar index is drawing funds back to the United States, putting Asian currencies, including the New Taiwan dollar, under greater-than-expected depreciation pressure.
New Taipei esports hub trains 6,600 people! A detailed look at its comprehensive talent-development program, from referees to players
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The New Taipei City Government's ACGE Industry Academy has wrapped up, training more than 6,600 people and helping them earn referee and coach certifications to strengthen industry-academia ties.
Facts
Since March this year, the New Taipei City Government has run the “2026 New Taipei ACGE Industry Academy,” offering 17 professional courses totaling 136 hours.
The New Taipei esports hub has successfully trained more than 6,600 esports professionals to date.
The global gaming market is expected to exceed $210 billion.
Taiwan's team won 1 silver and 3 bronze medals in esports at the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games.
The offline grand finals of the 2026 Asian Esports Games will be held at New Taipei City Civic Plaza on Nov. 28 and 29.
In year 113, New Taipei City helped establish the “New Taipei City Esports Industry Association,” bringing together industry and academic resources from companies including 威剛科技 and 蘊榮科技.
Training esports professionals: New Taipei ACGE Industry Academy wraps up with strong results
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The New Taipei City Government's 2026 New Taipei ACGE Industry Academy has concluded, having trained more than 6,600 people. The courses incorporated AI and VTuber trends and helped participants earn certifications, strengthening industry-academia ties.
Facts
Since March this year, the New Taipei City Government has run the “2026 New Taipei ACGE Industry Academy,” offering 17 professional courses totaling 136 hours.
According to a Newzoo report, the global gaming market is expected to exceed $210 billion.
New Taipei City has successfully trained more than 6,600 esports professionals to date.
For the first time, the courses partnered with 中華民國電子競技運動協會 to help participants earn “Class C referee and coach certifications.”
The season's marquee event, the offline grand finals of the “2026 Asian Esports Games,” will be held at New Taipei City Civic Plaza on Nov. 28 and 29.
In year 113, New Taipei City helped establish 新北市電競產業總會, bringing together industry and academic resources from companies including 威剛科技 and 蘊榮科技.
With the esports events at the “2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games” concluding successfully yesterday, Taiwan's team took home 1 silver and 3 bronze medals.
Tamsui's Japanese merchant Nakano Residence opens; Hou Yu-ih invites the public to explore Tamsui's historic sites
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New Taipei City Mayor Hou Yu-ih presided over the opening ceremony of the Tamsui Japanese merchant Nakano Residence on March 3, 115, announcing that the city-designated historic site would open to visitors free of charge starting that day. The move aims to promote Tamsui's historical and cultural assets and heritage tourism.
Facts
New Taipei City Mayor Hou Yu-ih attended the opening ceremony of the Tamsui Japanese merchant Nakano Residence on March 3, year 115 of the Republic of China calendar, and announced that it would open to visitors free of charge.
Tamsui Arts Festival, themed “Bridge to Happiness,” kicks off; Hou Yu-ih says opening of Danjiang Bridge ushers in a new era
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New Taipei City is holding the 18th Tamsui Arts Festival, with Mayor Hou Yu-ih announcing the theme “Bridge to Happiness” to celebrate the opening of Danjiang Bridge. The event combines arts performances with shopping-district discounts and is expected to further boost tourism in Tamsui and energize the local economy.
Is the “Yang Current” out of step with the Taipei race? Kuo Cheng-liang says Shen Po-yang's Neihu street canvassing has “lost momentum”: Chiang Wan-an has returned to the campaign trail
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Former legislator Kuo Cheng-liang analyzed the 2026 local elections, saying Democratic Progressive Party Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Po-yang has lost momentum, with only about 1,000 people joining his Neihu canvassing. New Taipei mayoral candidate Su Chiao-hui's campaign has been hurt by the Chang Shu-chuan controversy, while Kuomintang candidate Lee Chuan-wu faces a loss of support among younger voters; Kuo suggested seeking a pan-blue and pan-white alliance.
Facts
Shen Po-yang will officially establish his campaign headquarters on the 4th, with the DPP Taipei City Party Headquarters mobilizing nearly 5,300 people.
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Only about 1,000 people turned out when Shen Po-yang canvassed at Neihu 737 Night Market.
Chiang Wan-an returned to Taipei last Saturday and did not travel elsewhere to campaign for other candidates; 5 local legislators took over as spokespeople.
Su Chiao-hui's campaign has been hurt by her entanglement in the controversy over Chou Yu-kou's false claims in the “Regent hotel bed-hopping case.”
Lee Chuan-wu's support among people under 40 is markedly behind that of Su Chiao-hui.
Taking technology beyond industrial parks and bringing education into communities: Wu Hsu-chih unveils an integrated county-city vision as Yang Wen-ke and Hsu Hsin-ying gather in Zhubei to light up children's future
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The “2026 Future Kids Expo: Family Exploration of Future Technology Carnival” was held in Zhubei on the 3rd, attended by Hsinchu County Magistrate Yang Wen-ke, Legislator Hsu Hsin-ying and County Councilor Wu Hsu-chih. Wu advocated an integrated county-city vision that combines county-level resources with community spaces, aiming to turn Hsinchu's technological strengths into educational resources for children.
Facts
The “2026 Future Kids Expo: Family Exploration of Future Technology Carnival” opened in Zhubei on the 3rd.
Hsinchu County Magistrate Yang Wen-ke said education spending will account for more than two-fifths of the total budget next year.
Wu Hsu-chih proposed that Hsinchu County and Zhubei City form a “county-city partnership” to promote technology education.
The event was jointly organized by 新竹科技好友聯誼會 and 臺灣兒童教育發展促進協會.
Hsu Hsin-ying proposed bringing AI into education and urban governance, and highlighted the importance of the childcare environment.
World Meditation Day goes global on December 21! People of goodwill in Taiwan are invited to take part simultaneously and create a new world record.
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BERGLIND ICEY, GOOD-AI’s director for Europe, came to Taiwan to invite the public to take part in World Meditation Day on December 21. The goal is to bring a million people together for a large-scale synchronized meditation, setting a new world record and promoting acts of goodwill around the globe.
Facts
World Meditation Day will be held on December 21. BERGLIND ICEY, GOOD-AI’s director for Europe, came to Taiwan for a charity press conference to invite people to participate.
The goal is to bring together more than 1 million people in a single location in Taiwan for simultaneous participation, setting a new world record.
The 2025 World Meditation Day global initiative reached more than 20 million people and set a world record of approximately 380,000 simultaneous participants.
The event will run from 8:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on December 21, with a 30-minute synchronized global initiative hosted on the 1BN.AI platform.
Anthony, Taiwan chair of MGA彌勒聯盟, and Hung Mei-chen, chair of Global Vegetarian Day, have both given their full support and issued a joint invitation.
Older adults need to eat well, not just enough! 金屬中心 brings industry and care providers together to promote “Good Bites, Easy Swallowing” smart oral care.
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金屬中心 presented its smart oral and swallowing care achievements at the 7th Taipei International Care Expo. By bringing together industry, government, academia and research institutions, it is applying its technologies in real-world care settings, including Chiayi County, to address older adults’ chewing and swallowing problems and improve their quality of life.
Facts
Oral health problems limit the diets of 六成 of older adults.
金屬中心 has introduced products including smart oral care devices.
Resources in Chiayi County are being coordinated in collaboration with TOCA台灣口腔照護協會.
The initiative will be expanded to communities in Changhua County and Banqiao Veterans Home.
Lai Yung-hsiang is 金屬中心’s chief executive officer.
Tseng Chun-chieh is deputy director of 金屬中心’s Medical Devices Division.
The “two K’es” hit Yangming Market! Ko Chih-en urges blue-and-white forces to turn out the vote and push for a clean sweep of council seats to oust the New Tide faction.
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KMT Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Ko Chih-en and TPP Chairman Ko Wen-je campaigned together, backing the TPP’s city council candidate. They emphasized practical cooperation, aiming to unite opposition forces and challenge the ruling party’s seats.
Facts
Ko Chih-en and Ko Wen-je campaigned together on the morning of the 3rd, accompanying TPP Kaohsiung City Council candidate Lin Yu-kai to canvass for votes at Yangming Market in Sanmin District.
Ko Chih-en stressed that cooperation between the KMT and TPP is an important part of uniting Kaohsiung’s opposition forces, and vowed to get all nominated council candidates elected.
Ko Chih-en and Ko Wen-je have been described as sharing a “practical and frank” approach and the common goal of “defeating the New Tide faction.”
Ko Chih-en said she had visited all 38 administrative districts in Kaohsiung over nearly 4 years, wearing out 四 pairs of shoes.
Ko Chih-en announced that she will again campaign tomorrow (the 4th) with Lin Yu-kai and TPP Chairman Huang Kuo-chang.
Are Chiang Wan-an and Shen Po-yang neck and neck in the polls? Scholar charts the “second shift” in the privileged son’s image over 4 years: only one move can get him out of trouble.
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Shen Jung-chin, an associate professor at York University, analyzed two shifts in Chiang Wan-an’s image, from a smooth-talking figure in the KMT camp to an earnest one. He advised Chiang to abandon his old persona to meet the challenge from Shen Po-yang.
Facts
Shen Jung-chin, an associate professor at Canada’s York University, analyzed on Facebook how Chiang Wan-an’s image changed from his 2022 campaign through his first 4 years in office.
After the 2022 Taipei mayoral election debate, pro-KMT media praised Chiang Wan-an’s eloquence, completing a transformation of his image within the KMT camp.
Green camp supporters described Chiang Wan-an as “clear in diction, vague in answers,” saying he could not answer questions without relying on a script.
Shen Po-yang demonstrated his ability to articulate his views in interviews with Wang Wei-chung and others that reached beyond his usual bubble. In contrast with Chiang Wan-an’s scripted answers, this led KMT supporters to change their view of Chiang.
Shen Jung-chin concluded that Chiang Wan-an should completely abandon the persona he had 4 years ago so KMT supporters can resolve their cognitive dissonance.
Hsiao Bi-khim returns to Tainan to campaign for Chen Ting-fei! From “life’s suitcase” to hometown flavors, discussing a vision for a city of new immigrants.
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On the 3rd, DPP Tainan mayoral candidate Chen Ting-fei invited Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim back to Tainan to campaign for her. Through a discussion and a hands-on snack-making activity, they explored issues facing new immigrants and the city’s future. Drawing on her own experience, Hsiao connected with participants, while Chen outlined a three-part new immigrant policy and stressed the goal of making Tainan a city that embraces diverse cultures.
Facts
On the 3rd, DPP Tainan mayoral candidate Chen Ting-fei invited Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim back to Tainan to campaign for her.
Hsiao Bi-khim is vice president and a second-generation new immigrant. Her mother moved from the United States to Taiwan after marrying 60 years ago.
Chen Ting-fei proposed a “three-part new immigrant policy,” comprising a 1999 one-stop service, a new immigrant joint service center and a new immigrant hall.
The event featured a “life’s suitcase” segment, in which Phan Vu San, a Vietnam-born new immigrant and founding chair of the New Sunshine Association, shared her experiences.
Hsiao Bi-khim said she hopes to combine the cultural heritage of the 400-year-old city with technology and innovation as Tainan moves into its next phase.
The 5th Yunlin Animation Film Festival opens today; Chang Chia-chun says local talent development will continue.
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The 5th Yunlin Animation Film Festival opened at National Yunlin University of Science and Technology on the 3rd, drawing 435 entries. County magistrate candidate Chang Chia-chun attended with representatives from Japan’s animation industry. The festival aims to promote Taiwan-Japan cultural exchanges, cultivate Yunlin animation talent through industry-academia partnerships and advance local cultural and creative industries.
Facts
The 5th Yunlin Animation Film Festival was held at 國立雲林科技大學 on the 3rd.
A total of 435 original animation and comic works competed for 15 awards at the festival.
Yunlin County magistrate candidate Chang Chia-chun attended the 5th Yunlin Animation Film Festival.
Takeshi Ueda, director at the well-known Japanese manga publisher COAMIX, was invited to the festival.
Daisuke Aoyagi, director of Japan’s largest animation vocational school, 日本工學院, was invited to the festival.
Tetsuya Monji, vice president of Aso College of Design and Technology, was invited to the festival.
Hiroyuki Den, vice president of 日本大阪總合設計專門學校, was invited to the festival.
Han Kuo-yu joins Chang Chia-chun and Huang You-mei on visits to 3 temples in Douliu, offering incense and backing the KMT’s two female candidates.
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On the 3rd, Legislative Yuan President Han Kuo-yu accompanied KMT Yunlin County magistrate candidate Chang Chia-chun and Douliu mayoral candidate Huang You-mei on visits to 3 temples in Douliu to offer incense and pray for blessings. He publicly urged supporters to vote for the two KMT candidates.
Facts
On the 3rd, Han Kuo-yu accompanied Chang Chia-chun and Huang You-mei on visits to Douliu Menshou Temple, Xingxing Temple and Fude Temple to offer incense.
During her tenure as a legislator, Chang Chia-chun continued to seek funding and promote plans to elevate the railway in Douliu.
Han Kuo-yu likened Yunlin County to the Wudang school, saying it has land, water, electricity and talent, and is waiting for high-tech industries to move in.
Chang Chia-chun proposed building a “Douliu Little Dome” and a “Yunlin Art Museum.”
Chang Chia-chun thanked Han Kuo-yu for helping secure funding to cover the shortfall for the long-term care teaching building at National Taiwan University Hospital Yunlin Branch in Douliu.
A century-old Japanese water illusion returns across the sea! The 2026 Asia-Pacific Arts Festival comes to Yilan’s traditional arts park, with water myths from 5 countries in a dazzling series of performances.
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國立傳統藝術中心 opened the “2026 Asia-Pacific Traditional Arts Festival” at its Yilan Park, under the theme “Realm of Many Waters.” Teams from 5 countries—Japan, South Korea, India, Indonesia and Taiwan—will perform. The festival revives a century-old Japanese water illusion art and brings together water myths and beliefs from different places. It runs through October 11, with several admission discounts available.
Facts
國立傳統藝術中心 grandly opened the “2026 Asia-Pacific Traditional Arts Festival” at its Yilan Park on the 3rd.
This year’s festival, themed “Realm of Many Waters,” features arts groups from 5 countries: Japan, South Korea, India, Indonesia and Taiwan.
Tokyo Mirage from Japan will revive “手妻” and “water arts,” traditional illusion performances dating back nearly 100 years to the Edo period.
Yilan County residents and people whose birthday falls on October 10, the National Day, can enter free of charge.
New immigrants can get a buy-one-get-one-free ticket offer by presenting proof of status.
Lee Ching-hui, deputy minister of the Ministry of Culture, said water is the soul of Yilan and that the National Center for Traditional Arts established the Asia-Pacific Traditional Arts Festival in 2000.
After Hours: Fed rate hike sends Taiwan stocks surging past 50,000! Chen Yi-kuang reveals the bull market’s Achilles’ heel: “this number” is the key line separating bulls from bears.
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Chen Yi-kuang, chairman of 富邦投顧, analyzed the impact of the Fed’s rate hike on the market, calling it a preventive measure and saying the market is watching the Fed’s credibility. He said strong AI fundamentals and earnings growth in Taiwan stocks are supporting the market, which could challenge 50,000 points.
Facts
陳奕光, chairman of 富邦投顧, said the Fed’s rate hike was a “dovish hike” and a preemptive move aimed at preventing inflation from flaring up again.
陳奕光 said the stock market’s real enemy is not rate hikes, but a situation in which market interest rates rise faster than AI companies’ EPS growth.
CSP capital spending plans are projected to rise 91% year over year in 2026, with growth of 40% still expected in 2027.
Listed and OTC companies in Taiwan are forecast to earn about NT$7.8 trillion this year, with earnings estimated to approach NT$10 trillion in 2027.
Taiwan stocks have a market capitalization of about NT$151 trillion, equivalent to a price-to-earnings ratio of about 15 times based on next year’s projected earnings, indicating that corporate profits are underpinning the market.
Family Support Foundation children explore tea country and visit the tea expo; 許淑華 joins them for food and agriculture education activities
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The 2026 Nantou World Tea Expo held its first tea-country tour on the 3rd, combining food and agriculture education with community outreach. County Magistrate 許淑華 led children from the Nantou Family Support Center to pick tea in the Lugu tea-growing area and take part in DIY activities at the expo, deepening their connection to local industries and the land.
Facts
The first tea-country tour of the 2026 Nantou World Tea Expo invited 24 children and 6 teachers from the Nantou Family Support Center.
許淑華 used lemons, a specialty of Guoxing, to make “Love Lemon Drink,” giving the children a five-senses experience.
The tea-country tour took the children to the Lugu tea-growing area in the morning to experience tea picking.
A total of 6 tea-country tour sessions were held, and the carbon footprint of the tours was calculated.
The Nantou World Tea Expo was selected for the Tourism Administration’s “Taiwan Tourism Events Calendar.”
Nantou World Tea Expo opens on the 3rd; 35 pavilions welcome visitors with the fragrance of tea under the theme “A Horse Brings Good Fortune”
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The 16th Nantou World Tea Expo will be held at Zhongxing New Village from the 3rd to the 11th. Under the theme “A Horse Brings Good Fortune,” it features 35 pavilions and welcomes India for the first time, combining tea culture with tourism experiences.
Facts
The 16th Nantou World Tea Expo will be held at Zhongxing New Village from the 3rd to the 11th.
This year’s tea expo is themed “A Horse Brings Good Fortune.”
Last year’s tea expo attracted 1.23 million visits, setting a record.
India is participating in the Nantou Tea Expo for the first time, bringing premium Assam and Darjeeling teas.
The tea expo is concentrated around Zhongxing Auditorium, the main sports field and the surrounding area.
The county government has added tea-country tour routes linking Zhushan, Lugu, Mingjian, Nantou City and Yuchi.
The tea expo’s sales hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays and until 6 p.m. on weekends.
Surplus fruit turned into jam, Tsou wasabi made into egg rolls! Browse 34 local vendors at Blueprint, showcasing more than ten thousand employment outcomes
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The 勞動部雲嘉南分署 held the “Good Times Market” at Blueprint in Tainan, bringing together 34 vendors to showcase employment outcomes. The event highlighted the results of the “Diverse Employment Development Program” and the “Microenterprise Startup Guidance Program,” which have created more than ten thousand jobs, and recognized several outstanding entrepreneurs.
Facts
The 勞動部雲嘉南分署 held the “Good Times Market” today at the Blueprint Cultural and Creative Park in Tainan.
The market brought together 34 local nonprofit organizations and microbusinesses to set up stalls.
Original該計畫至今已補助雲嘉南地區近2,000個就業計畫，創造逾1萬3,000個就業機會。
The 台南市安安社會福利發展協會 has worked with local fruit farmers to turn surplus produce into jam and pineapple cakes.
The 有限責任嘉義阿里山原民山葵生產合作社 in Alishan, Chiayi, has developed creative ways to use wasabi, including meat wrapped in wasabi leaves and wasabi egg rolls.
The event recognized 6 entrepreneurs shortlisted for the Ministry of Labor’s “2026 Microenterprise Role Model” award.
張嘉郡, 林森寳 and 謝憲昇 form Dapi’s political trio; 張嘉郡: “We must continue infrastructure projects and ensure local development does not stall”
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Yunlin County magistrate candidate 張嘉郡, Dapi Township chief candidate 謝憲昇 and county councilor candidate 林森寳 have established a joint campaign headquarters. Incumbent township chief 林森寳 is running for county council, while 謝憲昇, who has a background in the farmers’ association, is seeking to succeed him as township chief, with the aim of continuing local infrastructure projects.
Facts
張嘉郡, 謝憲昇 and 林森寳 established a joint campaign headquarters in Dapi on the morning of the 3rd.
After his term as Dapi Township chief ends, incumbent 林森寳 will run for county council.
謝憲昇, who has long served at the Dapi Township Farmers’ Association, is running to succeed him as Dapi Township chief.
張嘉郡 said 林森寳 served as Dapi Township chief for 8 years and delivered many infrastructure projects.
張嘉郡 stressed that local infrastructure projects must move forward step by step and cannot be put on hold just because of a change in officeholders.
The older you get, the wealthier you become! 3 zodiac signs are born with a knack for attracting wealth and the strongest good fortune, earning well and enjoying ample savings in old age
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The article says that, according to folk beliefs, three zodiac signs are naturally blessed with the ability to attract wealth and abundant good fortune, are good at making money and enjoy financial comfort in old age.
楊文科 and 徐欣瑩 attend a parent-child technology carnival; indoor children’s playgrounds to be developed to expand family activity spaces
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徐欣瑩, the KMT candidate for Hsinchu County magistrate, attended a parent-child technology carnival with the support of County Magistrate 楊文科. 楊文科 stressed that the county government prioritizes education, which accounts for 42% of its budget; 徐欣瑩 pledged to promote the construction of indoor children’s playgrounds.
Facts
Hsinchu County Magistrate 楊文科 said in his remarks that of the county’s NT$48.5 billion total budget for next year, NT$20.5 billion is allocated to education, accounting for 42%.
徐欣瑩 pledged to actively promote the development of indoor children’s playgrounds to provide more space for family activities.
The event was organized by the 臺灣兒童教育發展促進協會 and the 新竹科技好友聯誼會.
徐欣瑩 said that many members of the organizers come from technology companies such as 台積電.
The 國際佛光會 2026 World Member Representatives’ Conference was held at Taipei Dome, where fifty thousand representatives gathered to celebrate the 60th anniversary of 佛光山 and the 100th birth anniversary of Master 星雲. Venerable 心保, 劉世芳, 蔣萬安 and other guests attended, recognizing the practice of Humanistic Buddhism and its contributions to society.
Facts
Fifty thousand Fo Guang Buddhists from around the world gathered at Taipei Dome on the 3rd for the 國際佛光會 2026 World Member Representatives’ Conference.
The conference celebrated the 60th anniversary of 佛光山 and commemorated the 100th birth anniversary of its founding patriarch, Master 星雲.
國際佛光會 World Headquarters President Venerable 心保 said the 國際佛光會 has been active for 35 years since its founding.
Interior Minister 劉世芳 thanked Fo Guang Buddhists at home and abroad for their long-standing work in religion, culture, education, rescue and disaster relief in Taiwan.
Taipei Mayor 蔣萬安 said Master 星雲’s teachings of the Three Acts of Goodness and Four Givings have taken root in society and serve as a basis for his governance.
Vatican representative to China 馬德範 brought greetings from Pope Leo XIV.
Will foreign migrant workers’ marriage and maternity leave both be extended starting in October? Labor Ministry rules revealed; new policy does not apply to all migrant workers
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The Ministry of Labor has amended the Labor Leave Rules, extending marriage leave from 8 days to 14 days starting October 1. Migrant workers covered by the Labor Standards Act will also benefit. MyGoPen fact-checkers clarified that a proposal to extend maternity leave to 12 weeks has not completed the legislative process, and the current entitlement remains 8 weeks.
Facts
The Ministry of Labor has proposed amendments to the Labor Leave Rules, increasing marriage leave from 8 days to 14 days starting October 1.
Migrant workers covered by the Labor Standards Act are entitled to 14 days of marriage leave, but household caregivers and domestic helpers are not covered by the act.
Article 15 of the current Act of Gender Equality in Employment stipulates that statutory maternity leave before and after childbirth remains 8 weeks.
Under the Guidelines on Protecting the Rights and Interests of Migrant Workers who are Women and Children, domestic migrant workers are still entitled to 8 weeks of maternity leave before and after childbirth, with leave pay determined by the employment contract between the parties.
AI wave sweeps across Taiwanese businesses worldwide! 比利時國立列日大學 and 香港新華衛管理學院 gather in Kaohsiung to explore what companies should do next
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During the 2026年世界台灣商會聯合總會 event in Kaohsiung, 比利時國立列日大學 and 香港新華衛管理學院 co-hosted the thirtieth International Academic Symposium, examining corporate strategic planning and digital transformation strategies in the AI era.
Facts
The 2026年世界台灣商會聯合總會 held a series of events in Kaohsiung, attracting more than a thousand Taiwanese businesspeople.
比利時國立列日大學 and 香港新華衛管理學院 held the thirtieth International Academic Symposium at the Lin Royal Hotel in Kaohsiung.
香港新華衛管理學院 was co-founded by Dr. 林育賢 and CEO 徐婉婷.
新華衛 currently has more than 6000 alumni worldwide.
Faculty for 新華衛’s EMDT master’s program in digital transformation include PhDs from international institutions such as Stanford University and the University of Michigan.
Tomonori Tomura, our chair, has been appointed as an instructor and senior visiting researcher (unpaid, as part of social contribution activities) at the Social Education Research Institute of (公社)隊友会, an organization that supports the Self-Defense Forces. 【日本マネジメント総合研究所合同会社】
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Tomonori Tomura, chair of 日本マネジメント総合研究所合同会社, has taken up an unpaid position as an instructor and senior visiting researcher at the Social Education Research Institute affiliated with (公社)隊友会.
“University Power Rankings” releases its “Japanese Universities by Supercomputer Performance” ranking, a 2026 survey report on universities in Japan
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
ポップコーン株式会社 has released its 2026 ranking of the double-precision theoretical peak performance of supercomputers operated by Japanese universities, compiled by the web media outlet “University Power Rankings.” 東京科学大学 ranked first with 66.8 PFLOPS; the report also noted developments to watch, including the launch of new systems at 筑波大学 and Nagoya University.
Promoting broader employment opportunities for people with disabilities and interaction with the local community through coffee and design. “Tsunagaru cafe” to open at the International Home Care and Rehabilitation Exhibition.
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ビーンズ・コネクティッド株式会社, in collaboration with 一般社団法人シブヤフォント, will open “Tsunagaru cafe” at “H.C.R.2026, the 53rd International Home Care and Rehabilitation Exhibition,” running from October 7 to 9, 2026, to promote broader employment opportunities for people with disabilities and interaction with the local community.
Facts
For 3 days, from October 7 to 9, 2026
6 continuous employment and independence support facilities for people with disabilities
A fantasy about a girl with extraordinary powers who keeps her past life hidden begins! The Blu-ray Box of “転生した大聖女は、聖女であることをひた隠す” will go on sale March 26, 2027 (Friday)!
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The Blu-ray BOX of “転生した大聖女は、聖女であることをひた隠す” will go on sale March 26, 2027. The popular series has sold more than 4.5 million copies, and the price is 26,400 yen (tax included).
Facts
More than 4.5 million copies sold across the series
The next publicly listed company, from Fukuoka. “NEXT IPO FUKUOKA” to be held on October 9!
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Fukuoka City will hold the “NEXT IPO FUKUOKA” event on October 9, 2026, with the aim of fostering startup growth and creating IPOs. Following Layered’s listing, business leaders and the Tokyo Stock Exchange will take the stage to share perspectives on challenges facing companies pursuing an IPO.
21st “Regional Brand Survey 2026”: Osaka Prefecture and Nagasaki Prefecture make strong gains, while Hokkaido dominates the top spots among municipalities
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
According to the results of the “Regional Brand Survey 2026” conducted by 株式会社ブランド総合研究所, Hokkaido ranked first in prefectural attractiveness for the 18th consecutive year, while Osaka and Nagasaki prefectures made strong gains. Hokkaido cities swept the top 3 spots among municipalities, with Sapporo taking first place for the 10th time.
“Open up a new chapter in history and be the person at the forefront.” Fifth-generation member Aya Ogawa takes on her first “captain” role and steps onto the stage with resolve! Behind-the-scenes documentary on “乃木坂46 42ndSGアンダーライブ” to air on TBSチャンネル1!
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A behind-the-scenes documentary on Nogizaka46’s Under Live will air on TBSチャンネル1. Fifth-generation member Aya Ogawa will serve as captain for the first time.
Celebrating the 阪神タイガース championship! 15% OFF campaign on selected products
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シルクドリバー株式会社 will hold a campaign offering 15% OFF selected products at its official online store from October 3 to 6, 2026, to celebrate the 阪神タイガース championship.
Congratulations to the 阪神タイガース on their first consecutive championships since the 2-league system began! Relive the excitement and energy of the beer celebration as MBS’s special championship program airs nationwide simultaneously on GAORA tonight!
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GAORA SPORTS will simultaneously broadcast nationwide MBS’s special championship program, “１/２４時間テレビ 虎はありがとうをつなぐ,” celebrating the 阪神タイガース’ first consecutive league championships since the 2-league system began.
【マロニエゲート銀座1】“2026 JERA Climax Series Central League Giants Appreciation Festival” to be held!
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The “2026 JERA Climax Series Central League Giants Appreciation Festival,” celebrating the Giants’ participation, will be held at マロニエゲート銀座1 from October 4 to 12.
オオゼキ Chuo-Rinkan store to reopen after renovation at 10 a.m. on Friday, October 2; fresh-fish sushi added, and deli operations brought in-house
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株式会社オオゼキ reopened its オオゼキ Chuo-Rinkan store in Yamato, Kanagawa Prefecture, after renovations on October 2, 2026. The store has expanded its offerings with the addition of fresh-fish sushi and in-house deli operations, and is holding a reopening sale.
Baoshan No. 2 Reservoir (discharge to Shijing River): Free Overflow (Hsinchu City, Hsinchu County)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
The 水利署 issued an updated notice on the free overflow of Baoshan No. 2 Reservoir into the Shijing River, affecting Baoshan Township, Emei Township, and Hsinchu City's East District, North District and Xiangshan District in Hsinchu County. Residents along the river are advised to stay alert and keep away from the riverbed.
Huoshan Reservoir (discharge to Beigang River): Free Overflow (Yunlin County, Chiayi County)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
水利署 issued an update on free-flowing discharge from Hushan Reservoir into the Beigang River, affecting multiple townships and cities in Yunlin County and Chiayi County. Residents along the river were urged to take care and stay away from the riverbed.
中央氣象署 issued a high-temperature advisory for Tainan City. Nantou County and Yunlin County are under orange alerts, while Tainan City is under a yellow alert. People are advised to limit outdoor activities and take precautions against sun exposure and dehydration.
High-temperature information (Nantou County, Yunlin County)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
中央氣象署 issued a high-temperature advisory, forecasting temperatures of 36 degrees in Nantou County and Yunlin County. Tainan City is under a yellow alert.
Heavy Rain Alert (Yilan County, Hualien County, Nantou County, Pingtung County, Kaohsiung City, Yunlin County, Chiayi County, Tainan City)
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中央氣象署 issued a heavy rain alert, warning that the northeast monsoon and afternoon convection could bring short-duration heavy rainfall, lightning, landslides and flooding to mountainous and low-lying areas in Yilan, Hualien, Nantou, Tainan, Pingtung, Kaohsiung, Yunlin and Chiayi.
中央氣象署 issued a heavy rain alert, saying that the northeast monsoon and afternoon convection could bring localized heavy rain or torrential rain to some mountainous areas of Yilan County and Pingtung County. People were urged to watch for lightning, strong gusts, landslides and falling rocks in mountainous areas.
National Freeway 3 S415K Rain Gauge: Alert Lifted (Pingtung County)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
水利署 issued a notice lifting the alert for the National Freeway 3 S415K rain gauge in Zhutian Township, Pingtung County. Rainfall has eased, but people are still advised to guard against flooding and water accumulation.
National Freeway 3 S415K Rain Gauge: Alert Lifted (Pingtung County)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
水利署 issued a notice lifting the alert for the National Freeway 3 S415K rain gauge in Chaozhou Township, Pingtung County. Rainfall has eased, but people are still advised to monitor flood reports and guard against flooding and water accumulation.
水利署 issued a notice lifting the alert for the rain gauge in Chaozhou Township, Pingtung County. Rainfall has eased, but people are still advised to monitor flood reports and guard against flooding and water accumulation.
水利署 issued a notice canceling the flood sensor alert at No. 90, Shuiyuan Road, Changzhi Township, Pingtung County. The floodwater depth has fallen to below 10 centimeters.
台灣自來水公司 issued a water outage notice for some neighborhoods in Zhongli District, Taoyuan City, due to repairs to a leak beside No. 62 Puteng Street. The affected areas include Zizhi, Zixin and Zhuangjing neighborhoods. The outage is scheduled from 16:48 to 21:00 on October 3, 2026.
Investigation failures suspected in Cornell sexual assault case; New York governor vows to pursue matter to the end
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
New York Governor Kathy Hochul and special prosecutor Letitia James held a news conference over alleged investigative failures in a group sexual assault case at 康乃爾大學, vowing to pursue the matter to the end and review whether criminal charges should be filed. They also called for legal amendments to close loopholes.
New Taipei 10-year-old wanders outside late at night for extended periods; Social Affairs Department says reports continue and child has been placed in care
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
A 10-year-old boy in New Taipei has been wandering outside late at night for extended periods. A civic group questioned whether the Social Affairs Department's risk assessment had failed. The New Taipei City Social Affairs Department said it had continued to receive reports and placed the boy in protective care on the 3rd.
Driver crashes into 3 college students; saliva drug screening tests positive, man referred for prosecution
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
A drug-driving crash occurred in North District, Taichung City, when a man surnamed Huang lost control of his car and crashed into a sidewalk, hitting 3 students from National Taiwan University of Sport. A saliva drug screening test on the driver was positive. He was referred for prosecution on suspicion of endangering public safety and fined NT$120,000, with his license plates and driver's license also suspended. The injured students were in stable condition after examination.
Facts
Hit 3 National Taiwan University of Sport students who were training for a morning run
Nine-in-one elections approaching at year's end; prosecutors investigating more than 1600 related cases
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
With the nine-in-one elections approaching at year's end, prosecutors are cracking down on vote-buying. The New Taipei District Prosecutors Office has concluded investigations into several cases of vote-buying in borough chief elections and filed indictments. The alleged acts included handing out cash, giving gifts and renting out a venue for a movie screening. Although the Ministry of Justice has set NT$30 as a reference threshold, the key factor is whether there was an exchange of favors. So far, prosecutors across Taiwan have investigated more than 1600 election-related cases.
Traffic fines to be fully earmarked for specific uses; Transport Ministry proposes amendments, implementation as soon as the year after next
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
The Transport Ministry has proposed amendments that would raise the allocation rate for traffic violation fines from 12% to 100%, with all proceeds earmarked for specific uses. The changes could take effect as soon as 2028, with an estimated 20 billion allocated annually for improvements in enforcement, education and infrastructure. Many civic groups support the plan, but scholars have warned of the risk of crowding out other budget priorities.
Facts
Traffic violations alone resulted in 16.32 million tickets last year
New Taipei topped the list at more than 3.6 billion
Taipei followed at 3.15 billion
Taichung at 2.89 billion
Taoyuan and Kaohsiung were also around 2.5 billion
Local governments need allocate only at least 12%
The statutory allocation rate will be raised all at once to 100%
The new rules could take effect as soon as 2028
An estimated 20 billion will be allocated annually in the future
President and vice president head south in turn to campaign for Lai Jui-lung; Ko Chih-en joins Ko Wen-je for street campaigning in Kaohsiung
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
President Lai Ching-te and the vice president headed south to campaign for Democratic Progressive Party Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Lai Jui-lung. Kuomintang candidate Ko Chih-en joined Taiwan People's Party founder Ko Wen-je for street campaigning, with Ko Wen-je suggesting they bring in Huang Kuo-chang to run the campaign. Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an criticized Shen Po-yang's remarks comparing drugs to medication, while Shen said he was focused on managing the risks of drug use.
After 20 years, Yani Tseng returns to the Asian Games; women's golf team wins bronze
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
Taiwan's women's softball team beat the Philippines 12-0 to win the Asian Games bronze. Yani Tseng, Hsu Wei-ling and Chien Pei-yun teamed up to take bronze in women's golf, while Lin Wei-chun also won bronze in taekwondo.
Facts
After 20 years
Led 4-0
Hit a 2-run homer...then a 3-run homer to clear the bases
Scored 8 runs in the same inning
Scored 2 runs
Won by a huge 12-0 margin
Ended early after four innings
Won bronze at 2 consecutive Asian Games
Won medals at 10 consecutive Asian Games
Women's golf team bronze at the Asian Games after 16 years
All-Taiwan clash in Asian Games women's doubles; Chan Hao-ching and Hsieh Su-wei have no interaction after the match
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
In an all-Taiwanese women's doubles final at the Asian Games, Hsieh Su-wei and Liang En-shuo won the gold medal, while Chan Hao-ching and Wu Fang-hsien took silver. At the awards ceremony and in interactions off court after the match, Hsieh and Chan had no interaction and exchanged words. The two separately shared their views on the handshake controversy, partner selection and their performance.
Facts
Women's doubles gold medalist Hsieh Su-wei
Silver medalist Chan Hao-ching
Lost the match in a super tiebreak in the third set
U.S. debt could surge to 160% of GDP! Rating agency warns fiscal path is unsustainable, putting investor confidence to the test
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
European credit rating agency Scope Ratings maintained the United States' AA- credit rating but warned that the U.S. fiscal deficit is widening and the debt-to-GDP ratio will rise to 160% over the next 10 years. The fiscal path is unsustainable, and a deadlock over the debt ceiling could undermine market confidence.
Facts
Scope Ratings maintained the United States' AA- credit rating with a stable outlook.
Scope Ratings forecasts that the U.S. debt-to-GDP ratio will rise to 160% over the next 10 years.
Scope Ratings said the United States' debt-reliant fiscal model cannot continue forever.
Scope Ratings forecasts that U.S. government net interest expenses will reach an exceptionally high level in 2031.
OriginalScope Ratings給予美國的評比比穆迪、惠譽及標普全球低兩個級距。
Scope Ratings is the only Europe-headquartered agency among the five credit rating agencies used by the 歐洲央行 to assess collateral.
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Declining stamina? Wall Street Journal: China asked for arrangements to accommodate Xi Jinping's rest during the Xi-Trump meeting
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
The Wall Street Journal reported that during Xi Jinping's visit to the United States, China asked for a private room for him to rest and for a working lunch to be canceled to accommodate his need for rest, prompting U.S. concerns about his health and schedule.
Facts
China rejected a U.S.-China leaders' working lunch that had been scheduled for Sept. 24.
The substantive meeting between Xi Jinping and Trump was surprisingly brief.
Evan Medeiros, a former senior director for China affairs at the U.S. National Security Council, said the arrangement for a rest room was unprecedented and unusual.
Xi Jinping spent only about 10 minutes at the U.S. National Archives.
特斯拉 deliveries beat expectations but still fail to boost profits! JPMorgan sees a turning point in 2028, maintains Neutral rating and $415 price target
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
摩根大通 maintained its Neutral rating and $415 price target for 特斯拉, saying that although Q3 deliveries beat expectations, pressure from gross margins and R&D spending persists, with earnings not expected to turn around until 2028.
Facts
摩根大通 maintained its Neutral rating and $415 per-share price target for 特斯拉.
特斯拉 delivered 486,500 vehicles in the third quarter, beating market expectations.
摩根大通 forecasts 特斯拉 adjusted EPS of $1.43 in 2026 and $1.45 in 2027.
摩根大通 forecasts that 特斯拉 free cash flow will swing sharply from positive $7.2 billion in 2025 to negative $10 billion in 2026.
摩根大通 forecasts that 特斯拉 overall gross margin will recover to 20% in 2028 and operating margin to 3.5%.
特斯拉 deployed about 13.7 GWh of energy storage in the third quarter, below market expectations.
Fed warns 'inflation mindset' could hinder rate cuts! Companies' price hikes ahead of time could make it harder to bring U.S. inflation down to 2%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Beth Hammack, president of the 克里夫蘭聯準銀行, warned that an 'inflation mindset'—in which companies raise prices ahead of time because they expect future inflation—could make it harder for the Fed to achieve its 2% inflation target.
Facts
克里夫蘭聯準銀行 President Beth Hammack warns inflation mindset could hinder rate cuts
Retailers raise prices by more than the increase in costs because they expect future inflation
U.S. PCE price index rose 3.4% year over year in August
U.S. unemployment rate held at 4.2% in September
聯準會 will hold its next rate-setting meeting on Oct. 27 to 28