Nobel chemistry laureates crack molecular mirror-image puzzle, marking major advance in drug manufacturing
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded to French scientist Kagan and Japanese scientist Kenzo Soai for their discovery of nonlinear effects and autocatalytic reactions in asymmetric organic synthesis. Their work solved the molecular mirror-image puzzle and has major significance for drug manufacturing.
倚天酷碁 September revenue hits record NT$675 million, fueled by growth in core businesses
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
倚天酷碁's consolidated revenue for September reached a record NT$675 million, benefiting from growth in core businesses, returns on strategic investments and demand for peak-season inventory. Cumulative revenue for the first 3 quarters also hit a record for the same period.
Facts
September consolidated revenue of approximately NT$675 million
Up 51.9% month over month
Up 98.9% year on year
Revenue has grown year over year for 44 consecutive months
Unaudited consolidated revenue for the third quarter was approximately NT$1.609 billion
Up 89.9% year over year
Consolidated revenue for the first 3 quarters of this year totaled approximately NT$3.855 billion
TPBL's annual theme is 'For Real'; Comeback Player of the Year award added
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
TPBL announced its annual theme for the 2026-27 season, '來真的 FOR REAL,' adjusted the maximum number of player registrations and added annual awards including the Three-Point King, Comeback Player of the Year and Social Impact awards.
Egyptian president visits 3 Asian countries, with South Korea first stop focused on economic and trade cooperation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi began a visit to three Asian countries, arriving first in South Korea for talks focused on economic and trade cooperation. The trip aims to expand partnerships in Asia and strengthen trade and investment. The two sides have signed cooperation agreements worth approximately US$3 billion, while South Korean companies such as 三星, LG and 現代樂鐵 continue to expand their presence in Egypt's infrastructure and manufacturing sectors.
Facts
A state visit to 3 Asian countries
Arrived on the 7th in South Korea, the first stop, where relations have warmed markedly in recent years
Departed for a visit to South Korea on the 6th
Sisi visits South Korea again after 10 years
Following South Korean President Lee Jae-myung's visit to Egypt in November 2025
In January 2026, Egypt and South Korea signed a joint statement to advance negotiations on a comprehensive economic partnership agreement
The first round of strategic dialogue was held in June
Egypt and South Korea established diplomatic relations in 1995
In 2016, the two countries upgraded bilateral ties to a 'comprehensive cooperative partnership'
Over the past 30 years, cooperation between the two countries has expanded beyond diplomatic exchanges
Far EasTone offers free incoming-call alert service to combat telecom fraud
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
遠傳電信 announced that starting in October it will activate its 'Incoming Call Alert' service free of charge for all users, working with 趨勢科技 TrendLife to use AI and big data to identify scam and nuisance calls. Automatic activation is expected to be completed in phases by the end of the year.
China's National Day holiday box office sluggish, on track for 12-year low
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
China's National Day holiday box office was sluggish, surpassing 1.1 billion yuan as of the 7th but on track to hit a near-12-year low, below the level during the 2022 pandemic.
China calls Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi by name; Japan says respecting leaders is international protocol
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun referred to Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi by name, without using her title, at a press conference. Japan’s Foreign Ministry has raised the matter with China, saying the move violated international protocol.
Foreign investors sell more than NT$13 billion net, trimming active ETFs, 友達 and others
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Foreign investors sold more than NT$13 billion net today, trimming active ETFs and individual stocks including 友達 and 力積電, while buying 台塑, 華新 and 華邦電.
Facts
Foreign and mainland Chinese investors recorded net sales of NT$13.044 billion
三 major institutional investors recorded combined net sales of NT$21.257 billion today
Strong demand for edge and physical AI lifts 研華 and 樺漢 to record third-quarter revenue
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Benefiting from strong demand for edge AI and physical AI, industrial computer makers 研華 and 樺漢 both posted record high consolidated revenue for the third quarter; 融程電 also posted record revenue in September.
昇恒昌 stages wafer exhibition at Taoyuan airport, highlighting Taiwan’s semiconductor history and industry capabilities
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 昇恒昌基金會 staged the “Before the Future: The Weight of Taiwan’s Wafers” exhibition at Taoyuan International Airport, looking back at Taiwan’s semiconductor history and industry capabilities. The exhibition runs through Nov. 8.
Former US deputy assistant secretary urges Taiwan to invest in multipurpose unmanned vessels to counter China’s gray-zone coercion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Former US Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Randall Schriver urged Taiwan to acquire multipurpose autonomous unmanned vessels to counter China’s maritime gray-zone coercion and prevent valuable naval vessels and personnel from being depleted.
100 companies arrange domestic trips for 100,000 employees; 觀光署 says they will generate NT$500 million in output
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
交通部’s 觀光署 said 100 companies have arranged domestic trips for 100,000 employees and their family members, which are expected to generate more than NT$500 million in tourism output.
童子瑋 releases another campaign theme song, shares growth story and hopes to change Keelung
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
童子瑋, the 民進黨 candidate for Keelung mayor, released his second campaign theme song, “Keelung Smile,” telling the story of growing up in Keelung and entering public service, and expressing hope for change in the city.
Interior Ministry offers up to NT$11 million in subsidies for self-led urban renewal in older communities
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Ministry of the Interior announced its guidelines for grants from the central urban renewal fund for projects carried out independently from 112 to 115, offering communities undertaking self-led urban renewal subsidies of up to NT$11 million. The grants cover the establishment of renewal associations and preliminary planning costs, helping build consensus and ease financial burdens.
Facts
Eligible for subsidies of up to NT$11 million
An additional NT$1 million for setting up renewal associations and preliminary project work
Taiwan shines at world roller skating championships, sweeping men’s speed slalom podium
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan’s team excelled at the World Roller Skating Championships in Paraguay. Huang Miao-man and Li Yun-fang took gold and silver in the women’s speed slalom, while Taiwanese skaters claimed all top 4 places in the men’s event, with Yang Kai-wei taking the title.
Legislature to elect committee conveners tomorrow; DPP may get 8 seats, KMT 7, with 1 potentially given to TPP
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Legislative Yuan’s standing committees will elect conveners on the 8th in the new session. The KMT caucus and DPP caucus are each expected to secure 1 convener seat, while the TPP caucus is expected to seek 1 seat, focusing on the Judiciary and Organic Laws and Statutes Committee. The final outcome will be decided by the election.
吳宗憲 calls 林國漳 a fat cat and says he dares not sue; 林國漳 says he has gathered evidence and will consider it
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
吳宗憲, the 國民黨 candidate for Yilan County magistrate, accused his 民進黨 rival 林國漳 of being a “fat cat” and said 林國漳 dared not sue because the claim was true. 林國漳 responded that he had collected evidence of the remarks and would consider filing a lawsuit if 吳宗憲 persisted, adding that campaigning on the ground and promoting policy proposals remained his priorities.
侯友宜 presents flag to New Taipei team heading to National Games; men’s tchoukball team seeks 10th consecutive title
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 115 National Games will be held in Taoyuan City, and New Taipei Mayor 侯友宜 presented the flag to the city’s team before its departure. The New Taipei delegation comprises 1,019 athletes and staff competing in 32 sports. The men’s tchoukball team is aiming for a 10th consecutive title and has already won 3 gold, 5 silver and 4 bronze medals in preliminary events.
Facts
The 115 National Games.
To be held in Taoyuan City on the 17th
1,019 athletes and staff
32 sports
Seeking a 10th consecutive title
Won 3 gold, 5 silver and 4 bronze medals
Won 9 consecutive titles
Seeking a 6th consecutive title in the men’s over-120-kilogram powerlifting division
故宮’s “Cultural Treasures Reborn” special exhibition reveals the full process of preserving and restoring artifacts
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
國立故宮博物院’s “Cultural Treasures Reborn” special exhibition has opened at the northern branch, showcasing the full process of artifact preservation and restoration. 故宮 plans to hold this type of exhibition every 2 years.
Memory price hikes take effect; September rise in computer-related goods hits a record
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Driven by demand for artificial intelligence, memory prices have surged. Statistics from the Directorate-General of Budget, Accounting and Statistics show that the “Educational Equipment and Supplies” index rose 9.75% year over year in September, its biggest increase in more than 44 and a half years. Core CPI rose 2.52% year over year, while the import price index rose 29.59%, its largest increase in more than 49 and a half years.
Lin Yu-hsi named ambassador for Unlimited Film Festival, hopes films will spark dialogue
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Unlimited Film Festival held a press conference today, inviting actor Lin Yu-hsi to serve as its ambassador. The festival hopes films can spark dialogue and dispel stereotypes about people with disabilities. This year, it selected 12 award-winning films from around the world covering a range of disability-related issues, and invited several creators and experts to serve as festival ambassadors.
Facts
12 award-winning films from around the world
Opening screening on Oct. 30 at CLAPPER STUDIO on the 5th floor of Syntrend Creative Park in Taipei
Free screenings at the same venue from Oct. 31 to Nov. 9
Taipei education equity initiative wins bronze in Seoul Smart City Awards' Human-Centered City category
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Taipei City Education Department's “Digital Technology for Education Equity” initiative won bronze in the Human-Centered City category of the 2026 Seoul Smart City Awards. Judges were impressed by the initiative's two-pronged municipal approach, providing nutrition support for students and backing for smart learning.
Facts
One of 8 shortlisted entries
A total of 210 entries from 133 cities in 56 countries were received
Allowing students aged 2 to 15 to visit stores at participating retailers based on their families' needs
About 186,000 students benefit each year
Collect and analyze 105 student learning characteristics
CooC+ currently offers more than 5200 educational videos
Core member arrested in Japan; hacker group Qilin says Japan's cybersecurity is among the world's worst
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A core member of hacker group Qilin was arrested in Japan. The group said it neither confirmed nor denied the report and criticized Japan's cybersecurity system as among the world's worst, warning that attacks could increase. Since beginning operations in 2022, Qilin has carried out numerous ransomware attacks worldwide, with a cumulative 2400 reported victims across more than 100 countries. 歐盟網路安全局 has identified it as one of the most active hacker groups in Europe.
Facts
More than 300 anonymous people worldwide
A cumulative total of as many as 2400 reported victims
Across more than 100 countries
More than 10,000 bookings canceled
Suspected Qilin-linked cases account for 17.4% of manufacturing-sector victims
Taiwan-South Korea co-production nominated for Golden Bell Awards; Wen Sheng-hao hopes for more international exchanges
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Taiwan-South Korea co-produced show “Chef's Crash Landing: Hakka Kitchen 2” was nominated for 3 Golden Bell Awards. Hosts Wen Sheng-hao, Chen Ting-ni and Chiang Hung-chieh shared their thoughts. Wen said he hoped the film and television industry could have more international exchanges, and noted that drama production currently faces structural market problems, including streaming-platform monopolies and investment losses.
教育部 Literary and Artistic Creation Awards: darkly comic AI-themed script wins top prize
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
教育部 presented its 115年度 Literary and Artistic Creation Awards, with several AI-themed works receiving honors. “Error 404,” a script by National Cheng Kung University doctoral student Lee Chien-hsun, won the top prize. A fairy tale by 銘傳大學 instructor Lai Chun-ju also won an award.
Hsu Chia-ching resigns; Executive Yuan says Deputy Chairperson Li Yen-hui will serve as acting head and continue overseas affairs work
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
僑務委員會 Chairperson Hsu Chia-ching resigned after a family member was accused of misusing overseas mission resources. 行政院 Premier Cho Jung-tai accepted her resignation, while Deputy Chairperson Li Yen-hui was asked to stay on and serve as acting chairperson, continuing work on overseas affairs.
Puyuma Express passes Jiaoxi without stopping, reverses back; 台鐵 apologizes
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
台鐵 train 219, a Puyuma Express, passed Jiaoxi Station without stopping because of a driver error and was ordered by a controller to reverse back to the station. The incident delayed the train by 21 minutes and affected 64 passengers. 台鐵 apologized.
Weekday domestic travel lodging subsidy: 24.95% of budget used
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
交通部觀光署 said 24.95% of the budget for weekday domestic travel lodging subsidies, about NT$380 million, has been spent. International arrivals to Taiwan reached 6.175 million as of the end of September.
旺宏 posts record September revenue; 十銓 reaches a September high
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Memory chip makers 旺宏 and 十銓 both reported higher revenue in September. 旺宏 posted a record monthly high, while 十銓 reached its highest level for the month in its history.
Facts
旺宏 September revenue: NT$8.367 billion
十銓 September revenue: NT$4.081 billion
旺宏 third-quarter revenue: NT$24.237 billion
Revenue for the first 9 months totaled NT$53.831 billion
廣達 September and third-quarter revenue hit records; new AI products to ship in small volumes in the fourth quarter
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
廣達 posted record revenue for September and the third quarter, benefiting from growth in AI servers. 輝達's new Vera Rubin platform is expected to ship in small volumes in the fourth quarter, with production ramping up in Q1 next year.
Facts
September consolidated revenue was about NT$325.3 billion
Up 76.7% year over year
Third-quarter consolidated revenue was about NT$1.1155 trillion
Up about 1.25 times year over year
Consolidated revenue for the first 3 quarters totaled about NT$2.9613 trillion
Up 99.4% year over year
Laptop shipments reached 4.2 million units in September
Laptop shipments reached 9.6 million units in the third quarter
Ahead of National Day, 民眾黨 offers recommendations to president, urges action on unequal distribution and other issues
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Ahead of National Day, 民眾黨 held a press conference to offer recommendations to President Lai Ching-te, saying Taiwan faces problems including a widening wealth gap and a shortage of social housing. It urged the government to address unequal distribution and honor its pledge to build 130,000 social housing units.
Facts
Surged another 18% over the past 3 years
Build 130,000 social housing units
Positive rating of just 32.95%
Down 12 percentage points over the course of a year
Taiwan stocks falter near 50,000-point mark; NT dollar ends 5-session winning streak, slips on lighter turnover
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan stocks edged lower after fluctuating near the 50,000-point mark, as foreign investors stepped up net selling to NT$13.044 billion. The New Taiwan dollar ended its 5-session winning streak, closing weaker at NT$31.795. Turnover in the foreign exchange market fell to US$1.9915 billion.
Chinese-American couple with 21 children in California arrested, accused of cruel child abuse
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
California prosecutors accused Chinese-American couple 宣國軍 and 張思薇, who have 21 children, of cruel child abuse. Both have been arrested and deny all the charges.
Facts
21 children
66 years old
39-year-old wife
15 children
6 others
Ages range from 2 months to 13 years
Companies mentioned：中央社、美聯社、華爾街日報、The Wall Street Journal
Night market vouchers available for 4 straight weeks in October; 100 yuan gets 200 yuan at 40 night markets across Taiwan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 經濟部商業發展署 is launching its “Celebrate October—Exciting Night Market Vouchers” campaign for 4 consecutive weeks in October. A total of 40 night markets across Taiwan are taking part. Shoppers can bring their own reusable items to exchange 100 yuan for 200 yuan in night market vouchers. The “Bring Your Own Bag” offer will also continue.
Russian presidential aide to visit China for talks with Wang Yi
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Russian presidential aide Nikolai Patrushev will visit China from the 8th to the 13th for talks with Wang Yi, director of the Office of the Central Commission for Foreign Affairs of the Communist Party of China. Russian media say a plan for a three-way meeting between Putin, Trump and Xi Jinping has taken shape.
Chen Ze-yao plucks eyebrows, loses weight to get into character; vying for Golden Bell and Golden Horse leading actor awards
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Malaysian actor Chen Ze-yao took extreme measures, including shaving his head, plucking his eyebrows and losing 10 kilograms, to get into character as Ah Zhong, a former inmate, in the film “Black Tide.” This year, he was nominated for the Golden Bell Award for Best Leading Actor in a Television Drama and the Golden Horse Award for Best Leading Actor, becoming the first Malaysian actor to earn the distinction.
Tensions rise in Strait of Hormuz; oil prices climb as most Asian stocks close lower
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Reports that Iran has intensified attacks in the Strait of Hormuz have raised concerns about Middle East crude oil supplies, pushing oil prices higher and sending major Asian stock indexes lower. 輝達’s market capitalization is nearing $6 trillion, but Asian stocks remain weak amid geopolitical risks.
Facts
$6 trillion
9 attack incidents
Closed down 0.9%
70,035.71 points
Closed down 0.6%
24,130.50 points
Companies mentioned：中央社、法新社、輝達、NVIDIA、英國海事貿易行動辦公室、United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations、葉門青年運動、Houthis、激石集團、Pepperstone Group
New Taipei’s National Day flag-raising ceremony moves to Sanchong; 富邦啦啦隊 and bands to perform
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
New Taipei City’s National Day flag-raising ceremony will be held at the Sanchong Second Administrative Center for the first time this year. The Association of Retired Members of the Three Services Honor Guard will serve as flag bearers, with 富邦啦啦隊, 新北市交響樂團 and others performing in succession. A total of 500 commemorative tumblers will be distributed at the event.
Kinmen council candidate’s campaign workers suspected of vote buying detained; prosecutors continue probe into election fraud links
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
金門地檢署 uncovered suspected cash vote buying by a council candidate. 2 campaign workers were detained and barred from meeting visitors after prosecutors obtained approval for their detention, citing serious suspected election bribery and risks of flight or collusion. Prosecutors are continuing to investigate whether the candidate was the mastermind and urged the public to report suspected violations to safeguard election fairness.
Dispute over business philosophy at Taoyuan restaurant; female partner slashes male owner with knife
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The owner of a fast-food restaurant in Taoyuan, a man surnamed Wang, and his business partner, a woman surnamed Chen, argued over their business philosophy. Chen wielded a knife and slashed Wang, injuring him in several places. Police arrived within 3 minutes, brought the situation under control and launched an investigation in accordance with the law.
Ho Hsin-chun proposes 3 action plans for Dali; Chiang Chi-chen pitches Fengyuan health park
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Democratic Progressive Party Taichung mayoral candidate Ho Hsin-chun visited Dali District and proposed 3 major action plans, vowing to complete the joint administrative center ahead of schedule in 2030; Kuomintang candidate Chiang Chi-chen visited 衛福部豐原醫院, pledging to expand medical services and develop a health park.
Facts
Complete ahead of schedule in 2030
The budget also increased from NT$900 million to NT$1.62 billion
People aged 65 and older already account for more than 20% of the population in the greater Fengyuan area
Biodiversity protection areas to expand; Forestry agency says Taiwan may surpass global target
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
農業部林業及自然保育署, 海洋保育署 and 國家公園署 jointly signed the “30×30 Declaration” to build a biodiversity conservation network; Forestry and Nature Conservation Agency Director Lin Hua-ching said Taiwan’s protected areas may surpass the global goal of protecting 30% of land and ocean areas by 2030.
Facts
At least 30% of terrestrial, inland water, marine and coastal areas are effectively conserved and managed
Countries around the world by 2030
National forest business areas account for 42.5% of Taiwan’s total land area
An inventory was conducted of nearly 90,000 hectares of protected forests and national forests with clearly defined biodiversity conservation targets
The area of sites currently certified is nearly 3,000 hectares
A further 107 sites have applied in the second wave
Blue camp urged to clarify its stance on abolishing the death penalty; Shen Po-yang: Whether to abolish it is open to discussion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
KMT caucus secretary-general Hsu Yu-chen and others held a news conference calling on DPP Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Po-yang to publicly state his position on abolishing the death penalty. Shen responded that the death penalty is a central government issue, local governments should focus on crime prevention, and the issue of abolition is open to discussion.
Facts
Original台灣8成反對廢死的民意都在看
Shen Po-yang posted on Facebook in 2012
Even killing 2 people would not result in a death sentence
Nobel Prize in Chemistry: French and Japanese scientists share honor
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry was shared by French scientist Kagen and Japanese scientist 硤合憲三, with the prize money raised to 12 million Swedish kronor.
Facts
2026
12 million Swedish kronor
About NT$38 million
Companies mentioned：中央訊息、諾貝爾獎基金會、The Nobel Foundation、中央社
Legislator proposes replacing constitutional amendment referendum with electoral college; scholars warn it could become another legislature
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Legislator Chung Chia-pin and 30 others proposed replacing constitutional amendment referendums with an electoral college system to overcome the voter-turnout threshold issue. Scholars Lin Chia-ho, Chen Yung-feng and Chang Chi-lu said the method of selecting representatives must be assessed and the body must not become another legislature; they also recommended first lowering the Legislative Yuan's voting threshold.
Facts
Proposal by 1/4 of legislators
3/4 attendance
Resolution by 3/4 of members present
Six months after the announcement
Valid votes in favor exceed half the total number of eligible voters
DPP legislators Chung Chia-pin, Wu Li-hua and 30 others
The threshold for the 2022 referendum on the constitutional amendment lowering the voting age to 18 was 9.61 million people
A 30-year-old nonsmoking woman sought medical care for persistent coughing and breathlessness and was diagnosed with stage 4 ALK-positive lung adenocarcinoma. Her symptoms improved significantly after treatment with the third-generation targeted drug Lorlatinib, covered by National Health Insurance.
Facts
A 30-year-old nonsmoking woman
Severe coughing and breathlessness persisted for 2 weeks
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva warned that while the AI boom has become a major economic driver, it could increase the risk of global inequality as some countries fall behind. She also urged advanced economies to take difficult policy measures to improve their fiscal positions.
Trump says biggest problem in Iran war is that no one knows who is leading the country now
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
U.S. President Donald Trump said that during the U.S.-Iran war, no one knows who Iran's current leader is, because Supreme Leader Khamenei and his son Mojtaba were killed or injured in airstrikes on Feb. 28.
Facts
The war has been going on for more than 7 months.
The day the United States and Israel began the war against Iran, Feb. 28
NHI expands coverage for intraocular injections for macular degeneration; recurrence rate falls to 19.6%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
National Health Insurance expanded coverage for intraocular injections for macular degeneration, and the recurrence rate fell from 41.4% to 19.6%. Doctors urged patients not to stop medication or skip follow-up visits just because they feel better, saying eyesight requires long-term management like a chronic condition.
Facts
Recurrence rate fell from 41.4% to 19.6%
Dry macular degeneration accounts for about 85%
Wet macular degeneration accounts for about 15%
NHI covers up to 7 injections per eye
3 injections for the initial application
Apply for 4 additional injections afterward
Coverage expanded to 14 injections
Coverage for 8 injections available from the outset
Treatment discontinuation rate fell by nearly half, from 45% to 23%
Israel's representative to Taiwan commemorates victims of the 10/7 attacks, thanks Taiwan for its continued support
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Israel's representative to Taiwan, Irit Ben-Abba, held a memorial event in Taipei marking the 3rd anniversary of the 10/7 attacks and thanked Taiwan for its support and tangible assistance during the crisis, including donating ambulances and taking part in community rebuilding.
Moisture levels to gradually decline and temperatures rise over National Day holiday; northeast monsoon returns on the 14th
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Central Weather Administration said moisture levels will gradually decline and temperatures rise during the National Day holiday, with highs of up to 30 degrees in northern Taiwan. The next northeast monsoon is expected to strengthen on the 14th, bringing rain to windward areas.
Facts
Moisture will briefly increase in windward areas on the 9th
Temperatures will rise through the 13th
Highs in northern Taiwan could reach 30 degrees Celsius
Nantou County establishes 71 exercise sites for older adults, serving nearly 240,000 visits
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Nantou County has been setting up exercise sites for older adults since 111. As of August 115, it had established 71 sites, serving nearly 240,000 visits in total. In response to population aging, the county hopes people aged 65 and older will develop regular exercise habits to promote their health.
Japanese councilor dozes during vote, wakes to discover he cast a vote against
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
During a vote on the budget for a “future-oriented library” at Komatsu City Council in Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan, Seiji Omote, head of the largest caucus, fell asleep after taking cold medicine and did not stand up. His failure to stand was treated as a vote against the proposal. He later apologized to the deputy mayor and council speaker and said he would reflect on what happened.
Taoyuan plant union wins right to strike；美光：We respect employees’ rights and will continue dialogue
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
台灣美光晶圓工會（Taoyuan union） announced that a membership vote approved a strike mandate, with 88.3% voting in favor。美光 said in a statement that it respects employees’ legal rights and due process, and will continue to listen to employees and communicate in good faith with all unions, including through subsequent mediation with the Taichung union。
Facts
2258 names on the voter roll
2012 voters
1994 votes in favor
14 votes against
4 invalid ballots
89.1% voter turnout
Overall, as many as 88.3% of union members voted in favor of a strike
中央社 overseas correspondents’ sharing session broadens the international horizons of 8 newcomers
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
中央社 held its 9th “I Am an Overseas Correspondent” results-sharing session in Taipei, where 8 students from universities and colleges shared their experiences reporting from overseas。中央社 reporter Chiu Tsu-yin reported that the event was guided by the Ministry of Culture and supported by companies including Chunghwa Telecom and 第一商業銀行, with the aim of nurturing journalism talent and broadening international horizons。
104人力銀行 data breach；勞動部 launches administrative oversight
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
104人力銀行 confirmed that personal data in about 120,000 job seekers’ résumés had been leaked。勞動部 said it would launch administrative oversight and management measures under the Personal Data Protection Act, while 新北市政府勞工局 would conduct an administrative inspection and impose penalties in accordance with the law。
Facts
Personal data in about 120,000 job seekers’ résumés was leaked
中央社’s ASEAN News Briefing for October 7, 2026 covers economic and financial developments across several countries：Vietnam’s low-altitude economy is projected to reach a market size of US$500 million；Laos’ inflation rate is above target；Singapore retail sales edged up；the Philippines’ unemployment rate fell；Myanmar home prices surged as the economy contracted；Malaysia plans to announce an expansionary budget；the World Bank raised its growth forecast for Thailand on the back of AI exports；Cambodia’s economic outlook was downgraded；and Indonesia’s customs and excise revenues increased。
Facts
The market is expected to reach US$500 million by 2035
grow at an annual rate of about 13%
The average inflation rate for the first 9 months reached 7.9%
the target of keeping inflation at 5% in 2026
Retail sales rose 0.7% year over year in August
Food and beverage services revenue fell 1.6% year over year
Manufacturing output fell 0.5% month over month in August
Non-oil domestic exports（NODX）still surged 46.2% year over year in August
The unemployment rate was estimated at 5.3% in August
The unemployment rate was 6.0% in July
The Philippines’ labor force participation rate was 64.0% in August
Myanmar home prices have risen more than 4 times since the military takeover in 2021
Land in some parts of Yangon is priced at US$4.6 million to US$4.9 million per 220 square meters
Myanmar’s average inflation rate in 2026 reached 24%
Myanmar’s economy contracted 2% in the fiscal year ending March 2026
Home prices rose about 40% to 60% annually from 2021 to 2026
The World Bank raised its forecast for Thailand’s GDP growth this year by 0.7 percentage points to 2.6%
The World Bank kept its forecast for Thailand’s economic growth next year unchanged at 2.3%
from the 3.9% forecast in April
below 2025’s 5.3%
The World Bank forecasts Cambodia’s economy will grow 4.2% in 2027
and rebound to 5% in 2028
Customs and excise revenue increased 8.6%
reaching 432.5 billion in the first 9 months
Customs and excise revenue reached 240.28 trillion Indonesian rupiah
up 8.57% from the same period last year
this year’s target is 336 trillion Indonesian rupiah
reaching 71.51% of this year’s target of 336 trillion Indonesian rupiah
雙鴻’s Q3 revenue reached NT$9.79 billion，up 64% year over year and setting a record for 7 consecutive quarters；revenue for the first 9 months totaled NT$27.039 billion，up 72.39% year over year。The company attributed the growth mainly to increased market share in liquid-cooling systems for AI servers and the return of its cold plates to 輝達’s supply chain；its full-year revenue target is growth of up to 70% year over year。
Facts
雙鴻’s Q3 revenue reached NT$9.79 billion
up 64% year over year
a record for 7 consecutive quarters
September revenue was NT$2.884 billion
up 23.23% year over year
down 8.2% from August
up 12.5% from Q2
雙鴻’s revenue for the first 9 months totaled NT$27.039 billion
Taipei clinic fails to complete alcohol addiction training；衛福部 says subsidies will not be affected
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
衛福部 said a Taipei mental health clinic adjusted its services because medical staff had not completed continuing education in alcohol addiction treatment, but it remains a designated institution and public applications for subsidies will not be affected；there are currently 132 designated institutions nationwide, and a budget of NT$62 million was allocated for 115年。
Facts
At least 8 hours of annual continuing education in alcohol addiction treatment
There are currently 132 designated institutions
A budget of NT$62 million was allocated this year
Subsidies of NT$40,000 per person per year for alcohol addiction treatment
Original將近9成飲酒頻率或飲酒量下降
85% of drunk-driving cases had no repeat offense within 3 months of treatment
Hsinchu City’s Coastal Run canceled；consumer ombudsman helps secure full refunds
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Hsinchu City “2026 Coastal Happy Run” was canceled after its road-use permit application was denied；following mediation by a consumer ombudsman, the organizer agreed to fully refund registration fees and add-on charges。
Ministry of Justice：1,780 cases of election interference reported in 九合一 elections；more than half involved vote-buying
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Ministry of Justice said it had received 1,780 cases involving interference in 九合一 elections as of early September, including 984 vote-buying cases, or 55.3%；Justice Minister Cheng Ming-chien urged the public to report violations, with rewards of up to NT$20 million。
Zero tolerance for drunk and drug-impaired driving；Taipei releases September list of 30 repeat offenders
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
台北市警察局交通警察大隊 released its 95th list of repeat offenders for drunk or drug-impaired driving and refusing testing, comprising 30 people；it said revised regulations will raise fines in the future to strengthen deterrence。
Facts
A total of 30 people
15 repeat offenders for drug-impaired driving
15 repeat offenders for drunk driving and refusing testing
A total of 8,220 drunk- or drug-impaired driving cases were cited
There were 443 repeat drunk- or drug-impaired driving offenders
A first offense will incur a fine of NT$150,000 for a car
NT$120,000 for motorcycles
A fine of NT$270,000 for refusing testing
Repeat offenders face an additional fine of NT$90,000 each time.
Repeat offenders who refuse testing face an additional fine of NT$180,000.
1 injured in group attack in Kinmen and sent to Taiwan; adult ringleader detained, juvenile accomplices placed in custody
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A group assault took place in Kinmen recently, and a man surnamed Chen was sent to Taiwan for treatment after being slashed with a knife. 金門地檢署 said a court approved the detention request for the adult ringleader, a man surnamed Huang, while the other 5 juvenile accomplices were ordered into custody.
Facts
The other 5 juvenile accomplices
Police received a report late at night on the 4th.
The request for detention without visitation rights was approved by 金門地院 on the evening of the 5th.
Report: Taipei doctor’s self-prepared transcript of Shen Po-yang’s questioning prompts withdrawal of alcohol abstinence plan; city says unrelated, orders improvement by deadline
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
In response to reports that a Taipei doctor’s alcohol abstinence plan was withdrawn because the doctor prepared a transcript of Shen Po-yang’s questioning, the Taipei City Department of Health said the matters were unrelated and that it had only ordered improvements by a deadline because some personnel had not completed training.
Facts
The required 8 hours of alcohol addiction prevention training each year
Musk denies 台積電 will participate in Terafab, says he will build and operate it himself
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Musk denied that 台積電 would participate in Terafab, saying the AI chip plant would be built and operated by 特斯拉 and SpaceX, though 台積電 could lease part of the facility. 英特爾 confirmed it remains part of the plan.
Reasonable discipline exempt from school affairs review; Education Ministry plans affirmative-list guidelines
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
教育部 announced amendments to the rules governing school affairs meetings, allowing schools to close cases they determine clearly involve 'reasonable discipline' without sending them through a review process. 彭富源, head of 國教署, said work had begun on drafting affirmative-list guidelines.
New Zealand National Day reception draws cross-party lawmakers in support of Taiwan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in New Zealand held a National Day reception attended by several cross-party lawmakers in support of Taiwan. They stressed that external pressure would not deter efforts to deepen bilateral ties and thanked the New Zealand government for supporting Taiwan's participation in international organizations.
Facts
4 major parties
The 115th birthday of the Republic of China
23 million people
2026 marks the 30th anniversary of Taiwan's first direct presidential election
The 30th anniversary of Taiwan's first direct presidential election
High US oil prices, diesel shortage and rising bond yields? Finance professionals: Global bond markets set for a shake-up
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
People in the foreign financial sector said geopolitical and structural factors had driven up global oil prices and caused diesel shortages, fueling inflationary pressure and pushing G7 government bond yields sharply higher, as global bond markets entered a new phase of fiscal dominance.
Facts
The average price of diesel in the United States has risen by more than 70%.
The yield on 30-year US Treasuries briefly reached 5.703%, a high not seen in more than 20 years.
Government bond yields in the Group of Seven (G7) advanced economies have climbed rapidly over the past year and a half.
Long-term bond yields in advanced economies including the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Spain and Japan have also reached highs not seen in decades.
The diesel industry’s crack spread has surged amid structural factors including the Russia-Ukraine war, the situation in Iran and years of underinvestment.
Hsu Chia-ching resigns amid privilege controversy; Overseas Community Affairs Council Deputy Minister Li Yen-hui to serve as acting head
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Overseas Community Affairs Council Minister Hsu Chia-ching resigned amid a privilege controversy, and Premier Cho Jung-tai accepted her resignation. Deputy Minister Li Yen-hui was persuaded to stay and will serve as acting minister to ensure the council continues operating.
Facts
Overseas Community Affairs Council Minister Hsu Chia-ching was accused of privilege abuse and announced her resignation
Premier Cho Jung-tai received resignation letters from Hsu Chia-ching and Li Yen-hui
Cho Jung-tai praised Hsu Chia-ching's work on overseas community affairs during her tenure and reluctantly accepted her resignation
Li Yen-hui was persuaded to stay because she has served for more than 1 year and is familiar with the work, and will serve as acting minister
Li Yen-hui is 50 this year and has served as a Democratic Progressive Party spokesperson and a Hsinchu City councilor for 5 terms
Shen Po-yang interviewed by Chao Shao-kang; Ho Ying-yi shares key observation: Chao is 'Chiang Wan-an with all the add-ons enabled'
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Shen Po-yang, the Democratic Progressive Party's Taipei mayoral candidate, was interviewed today on '少康戰情室.' Writer Ho Ying-yi said host Chao Shao-kang is skilled at setting the frame, and Shen needs to use 'language de-escalation' to break out of it and reclaim control over how issues are defined, while staying calm to avoid being provoked. These are the key points to watch in the interview.
Facts
Shen Po-yang, the Democratic Progressive Party's Taipei mayoral candidate, was interviewed on the program '少康戰情室,' hosted by Chao Shao-kang, on the 7th. The program is scheduled to air at 8 p.m.
Writer Ho Ying-yi described Chao Shao-kang in a post as 'Chiang Wan-an with all the add-ons enabled,' saying Chao is ideologically rigid and skilled at setting the frame.
Ho Ying-yi called the approach Shen Po-yang should take 'language de-escalation,' meaning expressing arguments in an easy-to-understand way and reframing the discussion.
Ho Ying-yi cautioned that if Shen Po-yang keeps defending himself within the other side's framing, he could instead reinforce that frame in the audience's minds.
Ho Ying-yi compared Chiang Wan-an with Chao Shao-kang and said Chao poses the greater challenge. Whether Shen Po-yang can take control of the discussion is the most important thing to watch in the interview.
Tumor reaches 7.6 cm! Patient with breast cancer spread to the liver refuses to give up; 雙和醫院 team treatment helps fight cancer
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A 雙和醫院 team used yttrium-90 radiation therapy followed by microwave ablation to treat a 68-year-old breast cancer patient whose cancer had spread to the liver. The treatments successfully shrank the 7.6 cm tumor and controlled the remaining lesions, offering a new option for patients unsuitable for surgery.
Facts
A 68-year-old breast cancer patient relapsed, with the cancer spreading to the liver; the largest tumor measured 7.6 cm.
The 雙和醫院 medical team decided to first use yttrium-90 selective internal radiation therapy.
One month after yttrium-90 treatment, the tumor had shrunk to 3.2 cm.
After the tumor shrank, microwave ablation was used to treat the remaining lesions.
Yttrium-90 treatment is currently paid for out of pocket.
The patient was diagnosed with breast cancer 6 years ago and underwent a left mastectomy.
Common sites of distant breast cancer metastasis include the bones, lungs, liver and brain.
Kaohsiung's public urban renewal projects attract NT$283.2 billion in investment; 'rail × industry' links up a new vision for urban transformation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Kaohsiung City Government is advancing public urban renewal projects under a 'rail × industry' approach, attracting a total of NT$283.2 billion in investment. It is also using a new mechanism to support private urban renewal projects, revitalizing the aging city center and creating public benefits.
Facts
As of the end of February this year, the Kaohsiung City Government had launched 24 public urban renewal projects around 13 stations along rail lines, attracting a total of more than NT$283.2 billion in investment.
The Kaohsiung City Government has launched the '自主都更588' support mechanism, under which a community can apply to establish a preparatory office with 7 initiators.
Communities that establish an urban renewal association can apply for up to NT$1.5 million in early-stage coordination subsidies as seed funding.
The Kaohsiung Housing and Urban Renewal Center, established last August, is gradually shifting toward providing professional and financial information support directly to communities.
Since year 110, the Kaohsiung City Government has helped 10 communities establish urban renewal associations. Across the city, 6 privately led urban renewal reconstruction projects totaling 1,300 housing units have been approved.
Dad died owing NT$3 million in credit card debt. What happens if the children do not renounce the inheritance? The answer is not what many people think
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
This article explains that Taiwan's inheritance system under the Civil Code has changed to 'automatic limited liability': children who do not renounce an inheritance are liable for debts only up to the value of the estate and do not have to make up any shortfall with personal assets. It explains the 3-month deadline for renouncing an inheritance and the procedure for filing an estate inventory, and warns that concealing estate assets will forfeit the protection of limited liability.
Facts
Since June 12 of ROC year 98, Taiwan's Civil Code inheritance system has operated under 'automatic limited liability,' with heirs responsible for the deceased's debts only up to the value of the estate they inherit.
Under Article 1148 of the Civil Code, heirs are liable for the deceased's debts only up to the value of the estate they inherit.
Heirs who wish to renounce an inheritance must do so in writing through the court within 3 months of learning that they are entitled to inherit.
Heirs may prepare an inventory of the estate and file it with the court within 3 months of learning that they are entitled to inherit. This procedure is known as “court liquidation.”
Heirs can no longer claim the benefits of limited liability if they seriously conceal estate assets, make seriously false entries in the estate inventory, or dispose of estate assets to harm the decedent’s creditors.
南亞 breaks through the NT$300 mark, surging 44%—is it still a buy? Du Jinlong reveals his “heavyweight holdings” again: These 2 stocks are the real tech-transition cash cows
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Veteran analyst Du Jinlong is bullish on the 南亞 family’s transition to the technology supply chain, with major holdings in 南亞 and 南電, and recommends that investors hold the stocks. With the TAIEX approaching 5萬 points, he is trimming positions and holding cash, waiting to buy again after a pullback.
Facts
Shares of 南亞 (1303) surged to as high as NT$322 intraday, firmly breaking through the NT$300 mark.
Veteran analyst Du Jinlong’s major holdings are 南亞 and 南電; he does not hold 南亞科.
Foreign investors estimate 南亞’s EPS at around NT$15 to NT$17, with a price target of up to NT$430.
Foreign investors estimate 南電’s EPS could reach NT$76.
Du Jinlong has lowered his stock exposure to around 6成 and will cut it to 5成 if the TAIEX continues to rise.
Du Jinlong predicts that from the 第四 quarter of this year to the 第一 quarter of next year, the broader market could enter a wide trading range of around 3,000 points.
Will Hsu Chia-ching’s resignation fail to quell the backlash? Taipei prosecutors to investigate “son as photographer” case; Hou Han-ting says it exposes the Foreign Ministry’s defense of her with “she’s a mother too”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Former Overseas Community Affairs Council chair Hsu Chia-ching resigned after being accused of allowing her 14-year-old son to pose as a photographer on an overseas trip. Taipei prosecutors are investigating her for corruption and profiteering. Hou Han-ting criticized the Foreign Ministry’s defense, questioning officials’ abuse of public power.
Facts
Hsu Chia-ching announced on the 7th that she was resigning as Overseas Community Affairs Council chair amid controversy over “a family of 三” benefiting from the council and her son posing as a photographer.
The Taipei District Prosecutors Office has opened an investigation under its “other” case category, named Hsu Chia-ching as a defendant on suspicion of corruption and profiteering, and ordered the Agency Against Corruption to investigate.
The Taiwan People’s Party legislative caucus alleged that Hsu Chia-ching’s underage son posed as a photographer during an official trip to Europe.
Hou Han-ting criticized the Foreign Ministry’s defense of Hsu Chia-ching, saying she “is a mother too,” and argued that it undermined the Taipei prosecutors’ decision to investigate.
Hsu Chia-ching’s husband, Tang Po-wei, was previously accused of using an overseas mission’s official vehicle.
Cho Jung-tai called for an investigation into the Hsu Chia-ching case, stressing that civil servants must exercise greater self-discipline.
Wing Stars loses 7 members at once! An Chih-hsuan and Park Min-seo missing from roster again; fans panic: “Do we have to say goodbye too?”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The 台鋼啦啦隊Wing Stars underwent a major personnel shake-up on the 7th, with 7 members leaving. South Korean members An Chih-hsuan and Park Min-seo were then absent from the opening roster, sparking speculation that they had left. Their status has yet to be confirmed by the team.
Facts
The 台鋼啦啦隊Wing Stars confirmed on the 7th that 7 members were leaving.
The 7 departing members are Yi Li, Li Le, 妡0, Aileen, Huang Chengcheng, Xiao Wen and Quan Quan.
An Chih-hsuan and Park Min-seo (Mingo) were not listed in the latest cheer squad roster released by 台鋼天鷹.
An Chih-hsuan has drawn attention since the early days of 台鋼雄鷹.
There is not yet enough information to conclude that An Chih-hsuan and Park Min-seo have left the team.
Nearly NT$1 billion in revenue over 5 years! Tokyo’s Yoshiwara sex businesses suspected of prostitution; police raid and trace flow of funds
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Tokyo’s Metropolitan Police Department searched two sex businesses, “Eldor” and “男爵,” in Yoshiwara, Tokyo, and arrested 9 people, including their operators. The chain generated 4.7 billion yen in revenue over 5 years and is suspected of violating the Anti-Prostitution Act. Police are tracing the flow of funds.
Facts
On Oct. 5, Japan’s Metropolitan Police Department raided two sex businesses in the Yoshiwara district of Taito Ward, Tokyo.
The operators of the two businesses who were arrested were 三木泰和, 54, and 小栗光博, 53.
The businesses are suspected of violating Japan’s Anti-Prostitution Act by providing premises for female workers to engage in illegal prostitution.
The 2 hostess clubs recorded combined sales of 4.7 billion yen over the past 5 years, equivalent to about NT$947 million.
The Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department received a public complaint in April this year alleging that a hostess club was using an illegal touting group.
Messi's final dance with the national team! He had a hand in 3 goals as Argentina cruised to a 3-0 win, bringing his legendary career to a perfect close.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Argentine soccer great Lionel Messi played his final match for the national team at Monumental Stadium in Buenos Aires on the 7th, having a hand in 3 goals as Argentina cruised to a 3-0 win over Benin and officially ending his 21-year international career.
Facts
In the match against Benin at Monumental Stadium in Buenos Aires on the 7th Taiwan time, Messi recorded 1 goal and 2 assists, contributing to all 3 of Argentina's goals in a 3-0 victory.
From his first senior national team appearance in 2005 to his final time wearing the jersey in 2026, Messi made 208 international appearances and scored 126 goals, ranking first in Argentina's history in both appearances and goals.
In the 48th minute, Messi delivered a corner that his longtime teammate Nicolás Otamendi headed in, then assisted Paz to extend the lead.
Original梅西在比賽後段取得12碼罰球機會並親自操刀命中，踢進個人國家隊生涯第126球。
The most important turning points in Messi's international career came when he won the Copa América in 2021, led Argentina to the World Cup title in Qatar in 2022, and won the Copa América again in 2024.
2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry announced! Henry Kagan and 硤合憲三 share the honor for solving the mystery of molecular mirror images.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded jointly to France's Henry Kagan and Japan's 硤合憲三 for solving the mystery of molecular mirror images—the nonlinear effect and autocatalysis. They will share the 12 million Swedish kronor prize.
Facts
The 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry was jointly awarded to Henry Kagan and 硤合憲三.
The award recognizes their discovery of nonlinear effects and autocatalysis in asymmetric organic synthesis.
Henry Kagan is affiliated with 法國南巴黎大學.
硤合憲三 is affiliated with 日本東京理科大學.
The total prize money is 12 million Swedish kronor, to be split equally between the 2 recipients.
5 zodiac-sign women who grow wealthier with age! You might not notice when they're young; Snake signs see their fortunes turn around in middle age and may become wealthy in later life.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
This article explores traditional zodiac fortune-telling, in which women born under the signs of the Snake, Rabbit, Monkey, Pig and Dragon are seen as typical examples of people who become more fortunate with age. It says they may face challenges or quietly make sacrifices when young, but as they get older, their accumulated work experience, connections and personal strengths can significantly improve their finances and quality of life in middle and later age, bringing greater stability.
Facts
According to a report shared by 搜狐網, women born under the Snake, Rabbit, Monkey, Pig and Dragon signs are thought to see their fortunes gradually improve in middle and later age.
Rabbit-sign women often put others first when young and neglect themselves; in middle age, their connections become an asset and help life go smoothly.
Monkey-sign women are action-oriented and ambitious, and build wealth through years of hard work and accumulation.
Pig-sign women are optimistic and generous, and enjoy a stable life in later years thanks to the family foundations and relationships they have built.
Lighting up the two-tone pink ribbon! Breast cancer patients' association joins forces with political leaders and stars from across sectors to urge women aged 40-74 to get regular breast cancer screenings.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
中華民國乳癌病友協會 held its two-tone pink ribbon lighting event in October, joining government officials and entertainers to promote breast cancer prevention. The event stressed that women aged 40-74 should make use of expanded publicly funded screening and protect their health through early detection and treatment. A screening van was on site, and corporate sponsors encouraged participation.
Facts
社團法人中華民國乳癌病友協會 held the “2026 Light Up the Two-Tone Pink Ribbon” event, inviting government agencies and entertainers to support breast cancer prevention.
Golden Melody Award-winning singer秀蘭瑪雅 performed the songs “I Only Care About You” and “Fragrance of the Night” at the event.
The breast cancer patients' association gathered 400 patients to form a large pink ribbon design in keeping with the event's theme.
Starting in 2025, the government expanded publicly funded mammography screening to women aged 40 to 74, who can receive 1 free examination every 2 years.
新光人壽慈善基金會 has supported breast cancer prevention and awareness campaigns since 2004 and backs outreach tours across 22 counties and cities.
Oct. 7 evening news roundup | New ticketing and boarding rules for high-speed rail and Taiwan Railways take effect tomorrow; latest changes at a glance. Hsu Chia-ching's resignation accepted; Taipei prosecutors name her a suspect in a corruption and profiteering case. Shen Po-yang's family was monitored across borders by Hong Kong residents for 39 days.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
New rules for transport during the National Day holiday take effect, with high-speed rail adding non-reserved seats and Taiwan Railways' EMU3000 trains suspending non-reserved seating. In politics, Hsu Chia-ching's resignation was accepted and she became embroiled in a corruption and profiteering case; 4 people were indicted in the cross-border surveillance case involving Shen Po-yang. In industry, Micron's union made history by securing the right to strike. On prices, September CPI remained above the warning threshold for 5 consecutive months.
Facts
From Oct. 8 through July 1 next year, high-speed rail will add all-nonreserved-seat services from Nangang and Taipei to Taichung from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. every Friday and the evening before long weekends.
Hsu Chia-ching announced her resignation as chair of the Overseas Community Affairs Council. Premier Cho Jung-tai reluctantly accepted it. The Taipei District Prosecutors Office has named her as a defendant in a corruption and profiteering case.
The MTTW union at 台灣美光 won authorization to strike in a vote, with about 99.1% in favor, marking the first such case in Taiwan’s high-tech industry.
The Directorate General of Budget, Accounting and Statistics reported that the consumer price index (CPI) rose 2.73% year on year in September, remaining above the 2% alert threshold for 5 consecutive months.
The Taipei District Prosecutors Office indicted 4 people, including investigators, on suspicion of conducting cross-border surveillance of Shen Po-yang’s family at the behest of people in Hong Kong.
Frequent midnight trips to the bathroom aren’t just a sign of aging! Doctor reveals 3 main causes of nighttime urination: more than 1 time is considered abnormal
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
This article analyzes the causes and risks of nighttime urination, noting that it is not merely a feature of aging but is also related to bladder sensitivity, fluid intake and sleep quality. Lack of sleep suppresses antidiuretic hormone, increases the burden on the kidneys and raises the risk of chronic kidney disease.
Facts
Under the definition of the Japanese Urological Association, people under 60 who get up to urinate more than 1 time a night are considered to have nocturia.
The 3 main causes of nocturia are reduced bladder capacity, excessive urine production or excessive nighttime urine production, and sleep disorders.
Research from Aarhus University in Denmark found that staying up late and interrupted sleep can increase diuresis, leading to greater urine output and excessive sodium loss.
Short sleep duration can affect the action of antidiuretic hormone (vasopressin), making the body prone to dehydration and preventing the kidneys from resting.
Japan has about 13.3 million people with chronic kidney disease, equivalent to 1 in every 8 people.
Taichung Shopping Festival drives huge business opportunities; scholar She says shift from cash handouts to “demand governance” can build a new engine for the city’s economy; business district operators hope it will return next year
National Day long-weekend forecast is out! Early morning lows below 20 degrees, “4 rainy days in the north and east”; highs still hit 34 degrees in central and southern Taiwan, and 3 typhoons’ movements revealed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Central Weather Administration under the Ministry of Transportation and Communications issued a National Day long-weekend forecast, saying northern Taiwan will see rain for 4 consecutive days, with lows below 20 degrees in some areas, while highs in central and southern Taiwan will remain at 34 degrees. It also said 3 typhoons are present in the western North Pacific, but none currently affect Taiwan.
Facts
The North Coast, Yilan, Hualien and mountainous areas of greater Taipei are likely to see localized brief showers during the National Day long weekend.
Early on the 8th, radiation cooling could bring temperatures below 20 degrees to areas near the mountains in Hsinchu and Miaoli.
Over the next week, highs in central and southern Taiwan will be around 34 degrees, with lows around 23 to 25 degrees.
There are currently 3 typhoons in the western North Pacific: Typhoon No. 26 Caiyun, Typhoon No. 27 Noul and Typhoon No. 28 Koguma.
Caiyun has reached its peak strength and will gradually weaken and become an extratropical cyclone.
The 115 National Games open in Taoyuan on 10/17! New Taipei athletes vie for gold in 32 sports, with tchoukball team aiming for 10 straight titles
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The 115 National Games will be held in Taoyuan in October, with New Taipei City sending a delegation of 1,019 people to compete in 32 sports. In preliminary events, the team has already won 3 gold, 5 silver and 4 bronze medals. Traditional powerhouses such as tchoukball and roller skating continue to dominate, and the city government is encouraging athletes to vie for the Presidential Award.
Facts
The New Taipei City delegation has 1,019 team members and officials taking part in this year’s games.
The New Taipei City delegation will compete in 32 sports.
Roller skater Chen Yi-fan has completed a 2-time winning streak in the individual inline artistic freestyle event.
The New Taipei City men’s tchoukball team has won 9 consecutive titles and is aiming for a 10th straight title this year.
Tian Chi-sen is seeking his 6th consecutive title in the men’s over-120-kilogram powerlifting category.
The New Taipei City delegation has won 3 gold, 5 silver and 4 bronze medals in preliminary events.
Choi Siwon has left Taiwan! During filming in Mongolia, he suddenly said he “misses Taipei” and caught fans cheating: “Only until I get back”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Super Junior member Choi Siwon has temporarily left Taiwan for filming in Mongolia and shared updates on social media, including local food such as horse-meat hot pot. He jokingly responded to fans “cheating” on him and said he misses Taipei’s weather, adding that he expects to return to Taiwan.
Facts
Choi Siwon has temporarily left Taiwan and is currently in Mongolia for filming.
Choi Siwon found a hot pot restaurant in Mongolia and tried horse meat for the first time.
Choi Siwon said he suddenly found himself missing Taipei’s weather.
Choi Siwon said he had heard that, because he was away from Taipei, many people had started paying attention to other idols instead.
They planned to travel everywhere after retirement, but one request from his 85-year-old mother—“Let me stay for a while”—changed everything for the 66-year-old couple’s second chapter
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
After his 85-year-old mother Fumiko moved in temporarily, 66-year-old retiree Takao realized that she was becoming less able to manage daily life on her own. The couple sought help from a community-based comprehensive support center, arranged for his mother to return home with services such as meal delivery, and replanned their own lives.
Facts
The 66-year-old Takao and his 64-year-old wife Keiko receive a combined monthly pension of about 230,000 yen.
Takao received a call from his 85-year-old mother Fumiko asking if she could come stay for a few days.
Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare 2025 Comprehensive Survey of Living Conditions found that 46.1% of primary caregivers live with the person they care for.
The family decided to have Fumiko return to her own home and arranged for daily groceries to be delivered.