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<title>AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-07 18:00–21:00 JST｜Page 2 of 3</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html</link><description>One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 189 items from 4 sources; Japan, 95 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.</description><language>en</language>
<item><title>National Day light show celebrates democracy; President Lai says all citizens are builders of democracy</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246715</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246715</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:26:53 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610070321.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>賴清德總統於國慶光雕展演致詞，指出台灣總統直選30年來累積超過1億張選票，高度逾玉山，強調全民皆為民主造山者；並提及明年將迎來解嚴40週年及二二八事件80週年。</description></item>
<item><title>Nobel chemistry laureates crack molecular mirror-image puzzle, marking major advance in drug manufacturing</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246716</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246716</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:25:51 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610070320.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>倚天酷碁 September revenue hits record NT$675 million, fueled by growth in core businesses</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246717</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246717</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:25:49 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610070319.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>TPBL's annual theme is 'For Real'; Comeback Player of the Year award added</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246710</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246710</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:22:46 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610070318.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Egyptian president visits 3 Asian countries, with South Korea first stop focused on economic and trade cooperation</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246711</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246711</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:21:44 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610070317.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Far EasTone offers free incoming-call alert service to combat telecom fraud</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246712</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246712</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:21:42 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610070316.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>China's National Day holiday box office sluggish, on track for 12-year low</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246709</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246709</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:18:40 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610070315.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>China calls Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi by name; Japan says respecting leaders is international protocol</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246706</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246706</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:15:38 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610070314.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Foreign investors sell more than NT$13 billion net, trimming active ETFs, 友達 and others</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246707</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246707</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:15:36 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610070313.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Strong demand for edge and physical AI lifts 研華 and 樺漢 to record third-quarter revenue</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246708</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246708</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:12:34 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610070312.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>昇恒昌 stages wafer exhibition at Taoyuan airport, highlighting Taiwan’s semiconductor history and industry capabilities</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246699</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246699</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:06:31 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610070311.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Former US deputy assistant secretary urges Taiwan to invest in multipurpose unmanned vessels to counter China’s gray-zone coercion</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246700</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246700</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:05:29 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610070310.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>100 companies arrange domestic trips for 100,000 employees; 觀光署 says they will generate NT$500 million in output</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246674</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246674</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:59:27 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610070309.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>童子瑋 releases another campaign theme song, shares growth story and hopes to change Keelung</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246675</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246675</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:56:25 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610070308.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Interior Ministry offers up to NT$11 million in subsidies for self-led urban renewal in older communities</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246572</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246572</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:55:23 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610070307.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Taiwan shines at world roller skating championships, sweeping men’s speed slalom podium</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246573</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246573</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:54:21 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610070306.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Legislature to elect committee conveners tomorrow; DPP may get 8 seats, KMT 7, with 1 potentially given to TPP</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246574</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246574</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:50:19 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610070305.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246575</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246575</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:49:16 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610070304.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>侯友宜 presents flag to New Taipei team heading to National Games; men’s tchoukball team seeks 10th consecutive title</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246568</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246568</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:48:14 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610070303.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>故宮’s “Cultural Treasures Reborn” special exhibition reveals the full process of preserving and restoring artifacts</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246569</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246569</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:48:12 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202610070302.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Memory price hikes take effect; September rise in computer-related goods hits a record</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246570</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246570</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:48:10 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610070301.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>印度央行調高基準利率1碼 2023年以來首見升息</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246571</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246571</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:45:08 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610070300.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>印度儲備銀行（RBI）決議自2023年以來首次升息，將基準附買回利率調高25個基點至5.50%，以應對中東衝突加劇導致的通貨膨脹及盧比疲弱。</description></item>
<item><title>Lin Yu-hsi named ambassador for Unlimited Film Festival, hopes films will spark dialogue</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246566</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246566</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:44:06 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202610070299.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Taipei education equity initiative wins bronze in Seoul Smart City Awards' Human-Centered City category</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246567</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246567</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:43:04 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610070298.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Core member arrested in Japan; hacker group Qilin says Japan's cybersecurity is among the world's worst</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246560</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246560</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:39:01 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610070297.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Taiwan-South Korea co-production nominated for Golden Bell Awards; Wen Sheng-hao hopes for more international exchanges</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246561</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246561</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:37:59 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202610070296.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>教育部 Literary and Artistic Creation Awards: darkly comic AI-themed script wins top prize</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246558</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246558</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:33:57 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610070295.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Hsu Chia-ching resigns; Executive Yuan says Deputy Chairperson Li Yen-hui will serve as acting head and continue overseas affairs work</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246559</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246559</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:33:55 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610070294.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Puyuma Express passes Jiaoxi without stopping, reverses back; 台鐵 apologizes</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246486</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246486</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:31:53 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610070293.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Weekday domestic travel lodging subsidy: 24.95% of budget used</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246487</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246487</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:27:51 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610070292.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Kinmen cinemas set to go dark; director Tung Chen-liang launches “Kinmen Cannot Be Without a Cinema” petition</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246488</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246488</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:25:48 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610070291.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>金門國賓影城與金獅影城將陸續結束營業，導演董振良發起「金門不能沒有戲院」連署行動，盼年底選舉參選人及各界關心並推動金門電影文化及公共放映空間。</description></item>
<item><title>旺宏 posts record September revenue; 十銓 reaches a September high</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246489</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246489</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:25:46 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610070290.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>廣達 September and third-quarter revenue hit records; new AI products to ship in small volumes in the fourth quarter</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246490</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246490</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:24:44 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610070289.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Ahead of National Day, 民眾黨 offers recommendations to president, urges action on unequal distribution and other issues</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246404</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246404</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:22:42 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610070288.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Taiwan stocks falter near 50,000-point mark; NT dollar ends 5-session winning streak, slips on lighter turnover</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246402</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246402</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:19:40 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610070287.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Chinese-American couple with 21 children in California arrested, accused of cruel child abuse</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246403</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246403</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:16:38 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610070286.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Night market vouchers available for 4 straight weeks in October; 100 yuan gets 200 yuan at 40 night markets across Taiwan</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246401</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246401</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:12:35 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610070285.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Russian presidential aide to visit China for talks with Wang Yi</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246382</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246382</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:06:33 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610070284.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Chen Ze-yao plucks eyebrows, loses weight to get into character; vying for Golden Bell and Golden Horse leading actor awards</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246383</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246383</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:06:31 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202610070283.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Tensions rise in Strait of Hormuz; oil prices climb as most Asian stocks close lower</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246384</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246384</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:04:29 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610070282.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>New Taipei’s National Day flag-raising ceremony moves to Sanchong; 富邦啦啦隊 and bands to perform</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246385</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246385</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:03:27 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610070281.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>流感、新冠流行期 國慶連假屏東車站設疫苗速打站</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246378</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246378</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:02:25 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610070280.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>屏東縣衛生局於國慶連假期間，在轄內33鄉鎮市衛生所及屏東火車站設置疫苗速打站，提供流感與新冠疫苗接種服務，並鼓勵符合資格民眾把握機會接種新世代疫苗以獲取健康幣。</description></item>
<item><title>Kinmen council candidate’s campaign workers suspected of vote buying detained; prosecutors continue probe into election fraud links</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246379</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246379</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:01:23 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610070279.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Dispute over business philosophy at Taoyuan restaurant; female partner slashes male owner with knife</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246380</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246380</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:01:20 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610070278.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Ho Hsin-chun proposes 3 action plans for Dali; Chiang Chi-chen pitches Fengyuan health park</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246381</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246381</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:01:18 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610070277.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>9月CPI年增2.73%創逾2年半最大增速 估10月漲勢收斂</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246376</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246376</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:56:16 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610070276.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>主計總處公布9月CPI年增2.73%，創逾2年半最大漲幅，受豪雨、中秋節及國際油價等因素推升；預估10月漲勢將收斂但仍高於2%。</description></item>
<item><title>Biodiversity protection areas to expand; Forestry agency says Taiwan may surpass global target</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246377</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246377</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:55:14 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610070275.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Blue camp urged to clarify its stance on abolishing the death penalty; Shen Po-yang: Whether to abolish it is open to discussion</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246250</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246250</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:54:12 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610070274.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Nobel Prize in Chemistry: French and Japanese scientists share honor</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246251</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246251</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:52:10 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610070273.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Legislator proposes replacing constitutional amendment referendum with electoral college; scholars warn it could become another legislature</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246252</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246252</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:52:08 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610070272.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>輕熟女不吸菸仍罹肺癌4期 醫警示：持續咳喘莫輕忽</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246246</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246246</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:48:05 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610070271.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>IMF chief warns AI could widen global inequality</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246247</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246247</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:48:03 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610070270.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Trump says biggest problem in Iran war is that no one knows who is leading the country now</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246248</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246248</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:48:01 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610070269.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Micron's Taoyuan plant union secures strike authorization; survey says DRAM output faces uncertainty</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246249</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246249</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:44:59 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610070268.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>台灣美光晶圓工會宣布取得罷工權，集邦科技指出若罷工可能影響DRAM產出；宇瞻與創見表示對美光採購比重低，預期營運影響有限。</description></item>
<item><title>NHI expands coverage for intraocular injections for macular degeneration; recurrence rate falls to 19.6%</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246241</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246241</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:42:57 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610070267.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>TOKEN2049 Singapore: U.S. experts bullish on blockchain growth in Asia</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246242</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246242</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:42:55 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ait/202610070266.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>TOKEN2049新加坡站登場，美國麻省理工學院專家梅達德與彭博行業研究分析師郭術甯接受中央社訪問，指出亞洲市場對區塊鏈及去中心化金融（DeFi）具開放態度與多元需求，新加坡憑藉明確監管制度、人才優勢及金融科技背景，具備發展該領域的條件。</description></item>
<item><title>華信航空攜國台交打造「會飛的音樂廳」 登機聽台灣民謠</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246243</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246243</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:41:52 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202610070265.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>華信航空與國立台灣交響樂團合作，授權國台交錄製的台灣民謠作為登機迎賓與降落送客音樂，打造「會飛的音樂廳」體驗。</description></item>
<item><title>Israel's representative to Taiwan commemorates victims of the 10/7 attacks, thanks Taiwan for its continued support</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246244</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246244</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:40:50 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610070264.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Moisture levels to gradually decline and temperatures rise over National Day holiday; northeast monsoon returns on the 14th</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246245</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246245</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:40:48 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610070263.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Amendment grants schools authority to close cases at school affairs meetings; teachers' groups worry about outside pressure</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246229</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246229</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:34:46 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610070262.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>教育部公告修法賦予學校校事會議結案權力，若認定屬合理管教即可免進入調查程序。教團多肯定此舉有助篩選案件，但人本教育基金會、全教產及台教產擔憂校方難以承受政治與人情壓力，並建議建立第三方機制或加快審查節奏。</description></item>
<item><title>Nantou County establishes 71 exercise sites for older adults, serving nearly 240,000 visits</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246227</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246227</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:27:44 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610070261.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Japanese councilor dozes during vote, wakes to discover he cast a vote against</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246228</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246228</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:26:42 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610070260.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Hsu Chia-ching resigns; DPP says controversies should be addressed promptly</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246220</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246220</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:22:37 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610070258.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>徐佳青因遭指家人濫用外館資源而請辭僑委會委員長，行政院長卓榮泰准辭；民進黨強調對從政人員採嚴格標準，民眾黨與前客委會主委楊長鎮則分別指控或為其辯護。</description></item>
<item><title>Taoyuan plant union wins right to strike；美光：We respect employees’ rights and will continue dialogue</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246221</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246221</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:18:14 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610070247.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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。</description></item>
<item><title>中央社 overseas correspondents’ sharing session broadens the international horizons of 8 newcomers</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246219</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246219</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:16:12 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202610070246.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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。</description></item>
<item><title>104人力銀行 data breach；勞動部 launches administrative oversight</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246217</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246217</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:15:10 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610070245.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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。</description></item>
<item><title>Cheng Li-wun asks in Hualien why party members are fighting among themselves；Wei Chia-hsien：Who brought out the pot and firewood？</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246218</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246218</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:14:08 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610070244.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>國民黨主席鄭麗文赴花蓮為黨籍縣長參選人游淑貞站台，呼籲同屬藍營的對手勿內鬥；無黨籍參選人魏嘉賢反問誰製造對立局面，張峻則爭取跨黨派支持。</description></item>
<item><title>ASEAN News Briefing for October 7, 2026</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246173</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246173</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:11:21 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610073004.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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。</description></item>
<item><title>雙鴻第3季營收97.9億元年增逾6成 連7季創高</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246174</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246174</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:07:04 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610070243.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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。</description></item>
<item><title>Taipei clinic fails to complete alcohol addiction training；衛福部 says subsidies will not be affected</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246175</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246175</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:07:02 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610070242.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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。</description></item>
<item><title>Hsinchu City’s Coastal Run canceled；consumer ombudsman helps secure full refunds</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246176</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246176</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:05:59 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610070241.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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。</description></item>
<item><title>Ministry of Justice：1,780 cases of election interference reported in 九合一 elections；more than half involved vote-buying</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246177</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246177</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:04:57 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610070240.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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。</description></item>
<item><title>Zero tolerance for drunk and drug-impaired driving；Taipei releases September list of 30 repeat offenders</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246170</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246170</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:03:55 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610070239.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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。</description></item>
<item><title>1 injured in group attack in Kinmen and sent to Taiwan; adult ringleader detained, juvenile accomplices placed in custody</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246171</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246171</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:02:53 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610070238.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>China's 十一 holiday sees consumers generally comparing car prices rationally</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246172</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246172</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 17:57:51 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610070237.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>中國十一長假期間，儘管地方政府加碼購車補助及特斯拉新車展出帶動門市人潮，但消費者比價行為更為理性，訂單轉化存在週期，且熱門車型交付等待時間可能影響即時成交。</description></item>
<item><title>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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246167</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246167</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 17:57:49 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610070236.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Musk denies 台積電 will participate in Terafab, says he will build and operate it himself</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246168</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246168</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 17:56:47 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610070235.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Reasonable discipline exempt from school affairs review; Education Ministry plans affirmative-list guidelines</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246169</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246169</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 17:56:45 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610070234.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>New Zealand National Day reception draws cross-party lawmakers in support of Taiwan</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246041</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246041</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 17:52:42 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610070233.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>High US oil prices, diesel shortage and rising bond yields? Finance professionals: Global bond markets set for a shake-up</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246636</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246636</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:47:59 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11170676">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Hsu Chia-ching resigns amid privilege controversy; Overseas Community Affairs Council Deputy Minister Li Yen-hui to serve as acting head</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246637</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246637</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:47:06 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11170667">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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'</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246639</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246639</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:45:10 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11170669">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246640</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246640</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:37:45 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11170622">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Kaohsiung's public urban renewal projects attract NT$283.2 billion in investment; 'rail × industry' links up a new vision for urban transformation</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246641</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246641</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:32:53 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11170674">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246643</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246643</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:30:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11170070">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246644</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246644</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:29:22 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11170673">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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”</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246645</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246645</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:28:06 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11170589">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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?”</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246646</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246646</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:16:33 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11170668">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Nearly NT$1 billion in revenue over 5 years! Tokyo’s Yoshiwara sex businesses suspected of prostitution; police raid and trace flow of funds</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246647</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246647</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:10:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11170634">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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.</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246648</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246648</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:05:48 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11170662">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry announced! Henry Kagan and 硤合憲三 share the honor for solving the mystery of molecular mirror images.</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246314</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246314</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:05:14 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11170644">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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.</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246313</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246313</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11169929">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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.</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246315</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246315</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:54:11 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11170637">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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.</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246316</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246316</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:46:49 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11170631">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246317</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246317</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:46:08 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11168330">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246318</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246318</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:40:22 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11170646">風傳媒</source><description>台中購物節七年來累積帶動逾1,800億元消費，2025年單年登錄金額達374億元。學者佘日新指出此成就標誌著地方經濟施政從補貼轉向需求治理，透過數位網絡提升需求周轉率，在地業者盼明年續辦。</description></item>
<item><title>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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246319</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246319</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:36:15 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11170642">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246320</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246320</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:36:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/article/11170645">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>Choi Siwon has left Taiwan! During filming in Mongolia, he suddenly said he “misses Taipei” and caught fans cheating: “Only until I get back”</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246321</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246321</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:34:11 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11170638">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
<item><title>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</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246322</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261007-18/index-en-p2.html#n3246322</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:30:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11170246">風傳媒</source><description>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.</description></item>
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