https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 81 items from 5 sources; Japan, 14 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/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178284https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178284Sat, 03 Oct 2026 23:39:50 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA multi-vehicle collision in Plateau State in central Nigeria killed 20 people and injured 5. A preliminary investigation cited brake failure as the cause. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178216https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178216Sat, 03 Oct 2026 23:28:48 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA柯文哲赴屏東為民眾黨地方參選人輔選，強調政黨需從網路走向基層以確保長久發展；國民黨屏東縣長參選人蘇清泉到場站台支持藍白合體。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178139https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178139Sat, 03 Oct 2026 23:21:45 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA民進黨桃園市長參選人黃世杰成立南區競選總部，總統賴清德致詞支持，指出黃世杰年輕有活力且具學經歷，最適合擔任桃園市長；黃世杰批評現任市長張善政讓台積電離開導致發展停滯。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178136https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178136Sat, 03 Oct 2026 23:03:43 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 今彩539 draw No. 115240 was held, with no top-prize winner. A total of 181 second-prize tickets won, each worth NT$20,000. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178135https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178135Sat, 03 Oct 2026 22:56:41 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASinger 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178013https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178013Sat, 03 Oct 2026 22:55:39 +0900Taiwan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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178012https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178012Sat, 03 Oct 2026 22:48:36 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNARussia'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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178011https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178011Sat, 03 Oct 2026 22:42:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178009https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178009Sat, 03 Oct 2026 22:36:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADuring 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178008https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178008Sat, 03 Oct 2026 22:30:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAVietnamese 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178007https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178007Sat, 03 Oct 2026 22:21:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChina'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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178006https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178006Sat, 03 Oct 2026 22:13:23 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAt 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178003https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178003Sat, 03 Oct 2026 22:08:21 +0900Taiwan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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178004https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178004Sat, 03 Oct 2026 22:06:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178002https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178002Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:59:17 +0900Taiwan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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177876https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177876Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:51:14 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAVice 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177877https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177877Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:50:12 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANorth 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177878https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177878Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:45:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177869https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177869Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:39:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChinese 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177870https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177870Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:39:06 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177871https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177871Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:38:04 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177872https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177872Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:38:02 +0900Taiwan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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177868https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177868Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:32:59 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177799https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177799Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:28:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAEgypt'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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177800https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177800Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:26:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177722https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177722Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:17:53 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADemocratic 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177721https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177721Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:09:51 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA國民黨籍新北市長參選人李四川成立客家後援會，提出六大客家政見，包括優化師資、擴大義民祭及園區轉型等，鄭麗文等人站台支持。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177606https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177606Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:57:48 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177482https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177482Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:55:46 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA bar in Spain's La Rioja region collapsed early this morning, injuring 11 people who were taken to hospital. Police have launched an investigation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178074https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178074Sat, 03 Oct 2026 22:54:31 +0900Taiwan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." https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177939https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177939Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:53:25 +0900Taiwan風傳媒台積電 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177940https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177940Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:46:27 +0900Taiwan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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177941https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177941Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:39:41 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177942https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177942Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177943https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177943Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:19:34 +0900Taiwan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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177944https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177944Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:18:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177945https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177945Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:12:44 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177946https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177946Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:07:37 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177543https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177543Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:00:00 +0900Taiwan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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177544https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177544Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:48:20 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177545https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177545Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:47:46 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177546https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177546Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:42:50 +0900Taiwan風傳媒金屬中心 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177547https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177547Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:40:54 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177548https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177548Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:40:04 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177549https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177549Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:38:39 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177550https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177550Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:36:21 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177551https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177551Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:34:14 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177552https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177552Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:31:27 +0900Taiwan風傳媒國立傳統藝術中心 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177553https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177553Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177554https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177554Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:20:30 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177555https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177555Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:15:12 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177556https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177556Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:13:44 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177557https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177557Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:11:24 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177558https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177558Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:07:40 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177559https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177559Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:06:45 +0900Taiwan風傳媒徐欣瑩, 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177560https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177560Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:04:38 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177561https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177561Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:03:07 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177562https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177562Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:02:05 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178137https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178137Sat, 03 Oct 2026 23:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTomonori 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178138https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178138Sat, 03 Oct 2026 23:00:01 +0900JapanPR 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178134https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178134Sat, 03 Oct 2026 22:46:33 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178010https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178010Sat, 03 Oct 2026 22:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 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). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178005https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178005Sat, 03 Oct 2026 22:14:20 +0900JapanPR TIMESFukuoka 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178000https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178000Sat, 03 Oct 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAccording 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177999https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177999Sat, 03 Oct 2026 22:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178001https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178001Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:48:53 +0900JapanPR TIMESYeonjun of TOMORROW X TOGETHER departed for Paris on October 4 ahead of the ミュウミュウ Spring/Summer 2027 womenswear fashion show. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177873https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177873Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:42:06 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177874https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177874Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:38:50 +0900JapanPR TIMESGAORA 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177875https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177875Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:37:53 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177603https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177603Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:57:32 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177604https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177604Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:52:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESIn the ノジマＴリーグ2026-2027 official match between 九州カリーナ and トップおとめピンポンズ名古屋 held on October 3, トップおとめピンポンズ名古屋 won 3-1. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177605https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177605Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:45:24 +0900JapanPR TIMESHIP有限会社が指定管理者を務める船津座実行委員会は、2026年11月7日に岐阜県飛騨市神岡町の地域交流センター「船津座」にて「ふなつざ寄席」を開催する。柳家喬太郎、三遊亭歌ん太、小梅（マジック）が出演し、富山県民を対象に落語鑑賞と秋の観光を組み合わせた「落語遠征」を提案している。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177632https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177632Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:08:40 +0900Taiwan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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177633https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177633Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:18:40 +0900Taiwan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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177635https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177635Sat, 03 Oct 2026 19:02:55 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心中央氣象署 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177634https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177634Sat, 03 Oct 2026 19:02:55 +0900Taiwan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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177639https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177639Sat, 03 Oct 2026 19:01:38 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心中央氣象署 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177638https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177638Sat, 03 Oct 2026 19:01:38 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心中央氣象署 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177637https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177637Sat, 03 Oct 2026 18:57:30 +0900Taiwan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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177636https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177636Sat, 03 Oct 2026 18:57:30 +0900Taiwan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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177640https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177640Sat, 03 Oct 2026 18:27:30 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心水利署 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177641https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177641Sat, 03 Oct 2026 18:27:00 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心水利署 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177642https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177642Sat, 03 Oct 2026 18:10:02 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心台灣自來水公司 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177607https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177607Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:24:50 +0900Taiwan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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177608https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177608Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:22:15 +0900Taiwan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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177609https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177609Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:03:04 +0900Taiwan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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177611https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177611Sat, 03 Oct 2026 19:58:28 +0900Taiwan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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177610https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177610Sat, 03 Oct 2026 19:58:11 +0900Taiwan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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177612https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177612Sat, 03 Oct 2026 19:57:05 +0900Taiwan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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177613https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177613Sat, 03 Oct 2026 19:55:37 +0900Taiwan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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177614https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177614Sat, 03 Oct 2026 19:53:13 +0900Taiwan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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178014https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3178014Sat, 03 Oct 2026 22:10:04 +0900Taiwan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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177879https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177879Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:49:44 +0900Taiwan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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177880https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177880Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:10:02 +0900Taiwan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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177483https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261003-21/index-en.html#n3177483Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:10:04 +0900Taiwan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.