# AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-08 21:00–24:00 JST｜Page 2 of 2

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 121 items from 6 sources; Japan, 16 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 玉山金 fills out its life insurance portfolio; Huang Nan-chou says restoring health is the top priority, with a longer-term goal of joining the top tier

- Published: 2026-10-08T20:44:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6625802
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4290273-en.html
- anchor: #n3267610
- Companies mentioned: 玉山金控、三商美邦人壽、玉山銀行、三商壽

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Facts:
- 玉山金控 successfully completed its acquisition of 三商美邦人壽 on September 1 this year.
- 玉山金控 has injected NT$16 billion this year and plans to inject a further NT$6 billion next year.
- 三商壽's TIS ratio was 110% in the first half, ranking last among 21 life insurers.
- 三商壽 has a well-trained sales team of about 8,600 people.
- 玉山銀行's distribution channel generates annual FYP sales of about NT$20 billion.
- 玉山金控's capital has now reached NT$177.2 billion.
- 玉山金控 has no plans for a cash capital increase in the next 2 to 3 years.

## White House statements are consistently erratic; Trump's remarks are rapidly losing influence over oil prices

- Published: 2026-10-08T20:40:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6625245
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4290274-en.html
- anchor: #n3267611
- Companies mentioned: 彭博、Again Capital、Tortoise Capital Advisors LLC、摩根大通、JonesTrading Institutional Services LLC

Growing fatigue with headlines about the Iran conflict has made crude traders less sensitive to political declarations from the White House. Oil prices reacted very differently to Trump's threats in April and October, showing that the market has shifted its focus from political rhetoric to physical supply data.

Facts:
- Months of conflict with Iran have caused persistent “headline fatigue,” and crude traders are increasingly ignoring the tough rhetoric of U.S. President Donald Trump.
- When Trump threatened on April 1 to bomb Iran back to the “Stone Age,” Brent crude prices immediately surged more than 7%, topping $109 a barrel.
- When Trump warned on October 1 that Iran would “cease to exist” if it did not sign a ceasefire agreement, oil prices barely moved.
- A wait-and-see mood sent total open interest in Brent crude futures contracts plunging to its lowest level since March 2025.
- Rob Thummel, a senior portfolio manager at Tortoise Capital Advisors LLC, said traders had been paralyzed by the White House's erratic statements.

## War hits tech infrastructure! Drone attack on “Russia's Google” Yandex shuts down major data center

- Published: 2026-10-08T20:30:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6624920
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4290275-en.html
- anchor: #n3267612
- Companies mentioned: Yandex、Wildberries

Russian internet giant Yandex announced on the 8th that its main data center in Sasovo, Ryazan Oblast, was hit by a drone, sparking a fire that shut down the facility and disrupted some services. No one was injured, and emergency responders have begun handling the incident.

Facts:
- A drone attack sparked a fire at a major Yandex data center in Sasovo, Ryazan Oblast.
- The data center is currently completely out of operation, leaving some Yandex services unavailable to users.
- No one was injured in the drone attack.
- Yandex is known as “Russia's Google,” and its search engine is widely used in Russia.
- Yandex developed the country's most advanced generative AI model, “YandexGPT.”
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine would further intensify its attacks on Russian refineries.
- Russian retail giant Wildberries was also among the targets recently attacked by Ukraine.

## 有輝達撐腰也不買單？澳洲資料中心商Firmus巨額IPO生變

- Published: 2026-10-08T20:25:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6625807
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4290262-en.html
- anchor: #n3267613
- Companies mentioned: Firmus、Firmus Grid、輝達、Jane Street、黑石、UniSuper、Meta、OpenAI、Maas Group、摩根大通、Volta Infrastructure、Anthropic、Arkevium Capital、貝恩

Australian data center operator Firmus Grid, backed by 輝達, plans to raise $5.5 billion through an IPO but faces the risk of cutting the price or scrapping the offering because of weak demand and an excessive valuation, reflecting growing investor caution over high valuations for AI infrastructure.

Facts:
- Firmus had planned to raise $5.5 billion through an IPO
- Firmus's indicative price was A$11 per share
- Firmus generated just $51 million in revenue in fiscal 2026
- Only 46MW of Firmus's planned 912MW capacity has been built
- UniSuper chose not to subscribe to Firmus's IPO
- Maas Group shares plunged as much as 30% during trading in Sydney on Thursday
- 摩根大通 is marketing a $5 billion leveraged loan for Volta Infrastructure, with a yield of about 11%

## Debt pressure and energy shock send European stocks to near 4-month low

- Published: 2026-10-08T20:10:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6625632
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4290277-en.html
- anchor: #n3267614
- Companies mentioned: SpaceX、博通、英飛凌、Infineon、ASML

Bond issuance by U.S. tech giants, the Middle East energy crisis and hawkish signals from the Federal Reserve sent European stocks tumbling to a near 4-month low. The pan-European Stoxx 600 and major national indexes fell across the board, with semiconductor stocks also hit.

Facts:
- Hit by multiple headwinds, European stocks plunged to their lowest level in nearly 4 months.
- U.S. tech giants plan to issue as much as $80 billion in corporate bonds.
- Italy's FTSE MIB index posted the biggest decline, falling 1.6%.
- Attacks on shipping and energy infrastructure in the Persian Gulf and Red Sea pushed up crude oil and natural gas futures prices.
- Emmanuel Moulin, governor of the Bank of France, acknowledged that the country's fiscal and economic situation was “extremely difficult.”

## Launch of the Resona Fund Wrap “NISA Option”

- Published: 2026-10-08T23:24:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000050.000100027.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4290707-en.html
- anchor: #n3268415
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社りそなホールディングス、りそな銀行、埼玉りそな銀行、関西みらい銀行、みなと銀行、PRTIMES

Starting October 19, 2026, the 4 banks in the Resona Group will begin offering the “NISA Option,” which allows customers to use the NISA growth investment quota with Resona Fund Wrap.

Facts:
- Oct. 19, 2026
- Up to ¥2.4 million per year

## Qzil.la’s new label “Gram21” to produce TV anime 『北北西に曇と往け』, set to begin airing on TBS in 2027!

- Published: 2026-10-08T23:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000034.000102194.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4290690-en.html
- anchor: #n3268268
- Companies mentioned: Qzil.la株式会社、株式会社イマジカインフォス、TBS、Netflix、KADOKAWA、雪割草

Qzil.la株式会社 announced the establishment of “Gram21,” a new label for its animation production division acquired from イマジカインフォス, and that the label will produce the TV anime 『北北西に曇と往け』. The series will air on TBS starting in 2027 and stream exclusively worldwide on Netflix.

Facts:
- Feb. 2025
- 2027
- More than 1.6 million copies in circulation
- As of 2026/4/16

## “University Power Rankings” releases its “Law School Bar Exam Pass Rate Cost-Effectiveness Ranking,” a 2026 survey report covering law schools in Japan

- Published: 2026-10-08T23:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000147.000033900.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4290689-en.html
- anchor: #n3268267
- Companies mentioned: ポップコーン株式会社、法務省、日本学生支援機構

ポップコーン株式会社が運営する「大学パワーランキング」は、法務省の令和7年司法試験合格率と各法科大学院の2026年度学費を基に算出した「合格コスパ指数」によるランキングを発表した。対象30校のうちTOP10は国公立が占め、京都大学が首位となった。

Facts:
- Pass rate: 58.45%
- Index: 30.93
- Total tuition for 2 years: ¥1,890,000
- Total tuition for 2 years: ¥1,550,000
- 30 schools covered

## Amazon launches “Amazon Kids Tablet Series,” the first tablets in Amazon’s history to support the Google Play Store

- Published: 2026-10-08T22:19:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002196.000004612.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4290588-en.html
- anchor: #n3268125
- Companies mentioned: Amazon、Amazonジャパン合同会社、Google、角川、集英社、Disney

On October 8, Amazon announced the “Amazon Kids Tablet Series,” which runs on Android OS and supports the Google Play Store. Models for ages 3 and up and 6 and up will be available in 8.7-inch and 11-inch sizes, featuring “Chiikawa” covers exclusive to Japan. Prices range from ¥39,980 to ¥56,980, with shipping scheduled to begin October 14.

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 8
- More than 2 million items
- 8.7 inches
- 11-inch
- Wednesday, October 14
- More than 200 titles
- ¥39,980
- ¥54,980
- ¥41,980
- ¥56,980
- 1 year
- 780 yen per month
- 980 yen per month

## To celebrate the new volume’s release, the entire first volume of 『命分けの冒険者 ～不幸少女を救ったら全力で崇拝されたので責任取らざるを得ない～』 is completely free on キミコミ, a site where you can read popular isekai, romance and fantasy manga together!

- Published: 2026-10-08T22:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001030.000049835.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4290570-en.html
- anchor: #n3268120
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社キルタイムコミュニケーション、キルタイムコミュニケーション、KTC、ヴァルキリーコミックス、ノクターンノベルズ、コミックヴァルキリー

The entire first volume of 『命分けの冒険者』 is currently free on キミコミ. Volume 2 is also on sale to popular acclaim.

Facts:
- The entire first volume is free
- Latest volume 2
- List price: 792 yen
- 720 yen before tax
- 10% tax
- Release date: October 8, 2026

## Read 4 volumes for free right now! The hugely popular isekai reincarnation fantasy 『姫騎士がクラスメート！THE COMIC』

- Published: 2026-10-08T22:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001031.000049835.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4290568-en.html
- anchor: #n3268119
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社キルタイムコミュニケーション、ヴァルキリーコミックス、キミコミ、コミックヴァルキリー

キミコミ is running a campaign offering 4 free volumes of 『姫騎士がクラスメート！THE COMIC』. The latest volume, volume 10, is scheduled for release on October 8, 2026.

Facts:
- 4 volumes' worth
- Volume 10
- List price: 792 yen
- 三 days

## 『餓狼伝説 City of the Wolves』 × 『東京リベンジャーズ』 The invincible leader. The strongest deputy leader. The strongest duo in the Tokyo Manji Gang joins the fight. Mikey & Draken trailer released

- Published: 2026-10-08T22:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000913.000028651.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4290572-en.html
- anchor: #n3268122
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SNK、MBS、TBS、ディズニープラス

株式会社SNK announced that characters “佐野万次郎（マイキー）” and “龍宮寺 堅（ドラケン）” from the anime 『東京リベンジャーズ』 will join the fighting game 『餓狼伝説 City of the Wolves』, and released a character trailer.

Facts:
- The comics have surpassed 80 million copies in circulation worldwide
- The 『三天戦争編』 arc begins in October 2026
- Release date: Thursday, April 24, 2025
- Price: 2,980 yen (tax included)
- Price: ¥5,170 (tax included)
- Price: ¥6,490 (tax included)

## Match start time change: December 20, 2026, 岡山リベッツ vs T.T彩たま

- Published: 2026-10-08T22:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003222.000038094.html
- anchor: #n3268121
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人Ｔリーグ、ノジマＴリーグ、岡山リベッツ、T.T彩たま

Tリーグは、2026年12月20日に開催される岡山リベッツ対T.T彩たまの試合開始時間を13:00から12:30に変更すると発表した。

Facts:
- Dec. 20, 2026
- 13:00
- 12:30

## “KDAY TOKYO,” an event offering K-lifestyle experiences to suit every taste, opens October 14 (Wednesday)

- Published: 2026-10-08T21:45:50+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000189827.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4290526-en.html
- anchor: #n3268113
- Companies mentioned: SKY VENTURES Co., Ltd.、GS25、ANOK、LINGTEA、Kolmar Global、韓国国際文化交流振興院、文化体育観光部、韓国工芸・デザイン文化振興院

文化体育観光部主催のK-ライフスタイルイベント「KDAY TOKYO」が10月14日から東京・表参道ヒルズで開催される。36ブランドが参加し、デザイン韓服ファッションショーやSHINee ONEWのトークショーなど多彩なプログラムを提供する。

Facts:
- October 14–18
- 23 special workshops
- 36 brands participating

## アナウト株式会社 to exhibit at Global Startup EXPO 2026, showcasing the potential of AI for surgical assistance to former Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and Osaka Governor Hirofumi Yoshimura

- Published: 2026-10-08T21:39:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000020.000063564.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4290453-en.html
- anchor: #n3267983
- Companies mentioned: アナウト株式会社

アナウト株式会社 exhibited at Global Startup EXPO 2026, held in Osaka from October 5 to 7, 2026, where it showcased its AI technology for surgical assistance. Former Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and Osaka Governor Hirofumi Yoshimura visited the booth.

Facts:
- October 5 (Monday) to 7 (Wednesday), 2026
- 3 days

## FIOLE to exhibit at “THAT’S FASHION WEEKEND BEAUTY”!

- Published: 2026-10-08T21:31:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000091.000123765.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4290455-en.html
- anchor: #n3267984
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フィヨーレコスメティクス、滝川株式会社、ALLY TOKYO、ALLY HARAJUKU

株式会社フィヨーレコスメティクス will exhibit at “THAT’S FASHION WEEKEND BEAUTY,” held at Tokyo Tower from October 10 to 12, and sell hair fragrances and styling products.

Facts:
- Capital of 50 million yen
- October 10 (Saturday)–12 (Monday, national holiday)
- October 10 (Saturday)–12 (Monday), 2026

## [Dior] Celine Dion wears Dior at “CELINE DION PARIS 2026-2027” performances

- Published: 2026-10-08T21:13:17+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003137.000008795.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4290425-en.html
- anchor: #n3267832
- Companies mentioned: クリスチャン・ディオール合同会社、Dior、クリスチャン ディオール

On October 7, 2026, Celine Dion wore Dior at a “CELINE DION PARIS 2026-2027” performance.

Facts:
- Oct. 7, 2026
- TEL: 0120-02-1947

## [Dior] Tom Cruise wears Dior to the premiere of the film 『DIGGER／ディガー』

- Published: 2026-10-08T21:12:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003142.000008795.html
- anchor: #n3267833
- Companies mentioned: クリスチャン・ディオール合同会社、Dior、クリスチャン ディオール

At the premiere of the film 『DIGGER／ディガー』 held in Tokyo on October 6, 2026, Tom Cruise wore a black wool suit with notch lapels.

Facts:
- October 6, 2026
- TEL: 0120-02-1947

## “Who will get one?” Messi, C. Ronaldo, Kaoru Mitoma… Autographed jerseys arrive in the “Soccer Memorabilia Mystery Box,” now available at WOWOW百貨店!

- Published: 2026-10-08T21:09:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008971.000001355.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4290428-en.html
- anchor: #n3267834
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社WOWOW、WOWOW百貨店、THE DUGOUT、ICONS.COM社

株式会社WOWOW is holding its first-anniversary appreciation festival on its official e-commerce site, WOWOW百貨店, from October 1. The sports section is selling a limited number of “Soccer Memorabilia Mystery Boxes” containing autographed jerseys from players including Messi and Kaoru Mitoma.

Facts:
- Starting October 1 (Thursday)
- Regular price ¥99,000
- Login member price ¥94,050
- 5% OFF
- 30% OFF
- 20% OFF

## 28歳が開校した通信制高校、青楓館高等学院。3年半で累計生徒400名を突破

- Published: 2026-10-08T21:00:11+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000056.000106384.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4290429-en.html
- anchor: #n3267835
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社青楓館、青楓館高等学院、文部科学省

28歳の代表・岡内大晟が2023年に開校した通信制高校サポート校「青楓館高等学院」は、開校から3年半で累計生徒数400名を突破し、進路決定率95.5%を達成している。

Facts:
- 通信制高校の生徒数は約31万2千人
- 通信制高校の卒業者のうち約3割（31.5%）
- The rate of students deciding on their post-graduation path is 95.5%
- 19 students
- The teacher hiring ratio has exceeded 300 times for 2 consecutive years
- Most recently, 356 times
- Aiming for 1,000 students in 2030

## ピカール to hold campaign marking the 10th anniversary of the opening of its 1st store in Japan: limited-edition gift giveaway, announcement of popular product rankings, and new product “Paris-Brest” also makes its debut

- Published: 2026-10-08T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006138.000007505.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4290430-en.html
- anchor: #n3267836
- Companies mentioned: イオンサヴール株式会社、ピカール、STAUB、在日フランス商工会議所

イオンサヴール株式会社 will hold a campaign from October 2026 to January 2027 to mark the 10th anniversary of the opening of the 1st Japan store of the frozen food specialty store ピカール. Plans include giveaways of limited-edition gifts, special prices on popular products, the launch of the new product “Paris-Brest,” and a collaboration with cookware brand STAUB.

Facts:
- 10th anniversary
- ¥4,000 or more (tax included)
- 8,000 yen or more (excluding tax and shipping)
- Sale price: 922 yen (tax included)
- Sale price: 1,456 yen (tax included)
- Sale price: 1,416 yen (tax included)
- Sale price: 871 yen (tax included)
- Regular price: 970 yen (tax included)
- All 11 stores

## Major fire incident alert (Taitung County)

- Published: 2026-10-08T20:22:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
- Original: https://alerts.ncdr.nat.gov.tw/web/alerts/detail?id=NFA_Fire_2026100817404900799&info=20039340
- anchor: #n3267744
- Companies mentioned: 內政部消防署

內政部消防署 issued a notice rescinding the alert after the major fire at a warehouse store on Heping Street in Taitung City, Taitung County, was declared closed, reminding the public to stay away from the warning area.

Facts:
- Effective time: 2026-10-08T19:22:20
- Expiration time: 2026-10-08T20:22:00

## Water Outage (Taichung City)

- Published: 2026-10-08T19:50:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
- Original: https://alerts.ncdr.nat.gov.tw/web/alerts/detail?id=TWC_water_202610081850&info=20039339
- anchor: #n3267748
- Companies mentioned: 台灣自來水公司

台灣自來水公司 issued a water outage update for Nansong Village, Fengyuan District, Taichung City, as crews rushed to repair a burst pipe at No. 38, Zhongkeng Lane, Shu源 Road. The outage is scheduled from 16:54 to 21:00 on October 8, 2026.

Facts:
- No. 38, Zhongkeng Lane
- Effective time: 2026-10-08T16:54:45
- Expiration time: 2026-10-08T21:00:00

## Water Outage (Taichung City)

- Published: 2026-10-08T18:50:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
- Original: https://alerts.ncdr.nat.gov.tw/web/alerts/detail?id=TWC_water_202610081750&info=20039337
- anchor: #n3267745
- Companies mentioned: 台灣自來水公司

台灣自來水公司 will suspend water service in Puzi Village, Shalu District, Taichung City, for a pipeline replacement project on Zhengyi Road.

Facts:
- Effective time: 2026-10-08T17:45:40
- Expiry time: 2026-10-12T17:00:00

## Water Outage (Chiayi City)

- Published: 2026-10-08T18:30:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
- Original: https://alerts.ncdr.nat.gov.tw/web/alerts/detail?id=TWC_water_202610081730&info=20039336
- anchor: #n3267746
- Companies mentioned: 台灣自來水公司

台灣自來水公司 is replacing pipelines on Baoyi Road, Baokang Road and other roads in Chiayi City, causing water outages in parts of Houhu Village, East District.

## Water outage (Chiayi County)

- Published: 2026-10-08T18:10:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
- Original: https://alerts.ncdr.nat.gov.tw/web/alerts/detail?id=TWC_water_202610081710&info=20039335
- anchor: #n3267747
- Companies mentioned: 華泰名品城嘉義店、OUTLET、台灣自來水公司

After construction work at 華泰名品城嘉義店 damaged a water pipe, 台灣自來水公司 carried out emergency repairs on October 8, 2026, causing water outages in several villages in Taibao City, Chiayi County.

Facts:
- Effective time: 2026-10-08T17:08:18
- Expiration time: 2026-10-08T22:00:00

## Water Outage (New Taipei City)

- Published: 2026-10-08T17:50:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
- Original: https://alerts.ncdr.nat.gov.tw/web/alerts/detail?id=TWC_water_202610081650&info=20039332
- anchor: #n3267750
- Companies mentioned: 台灣自來水公司

台灣自來水公司 will suspend water service in Tandi Village, Shulin District, New Taipei City, from October 8 to 9, 2026, to replace faulty water supply equipment.

Facts:
- Effective time: 2026-10-08T16:40:54
- Expiration time：2026-10-09T17:00:00

## Water Outage (Changhua County)

- Published: 2026-10-08T17:50:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
- Original: https://alerts.ncdr.nat.gov.tw/web/alerts/detail?id=TWC_water_202610081650&info=20039331
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4290382-en.html
- anchor: #n3267749
- Companies mentioned: 台灣自來水公司

台灣自來水公司 will suspend water service in some areas of Yuanlin City and Puxin Township, Changhua County, from October 9 to 10, 2026, for a pipeline replacement project.

Facts:
- 2026/10/09 (Friday) to 2026/10/10 (Saturday)
- 每日08:00時至17:30時

## Strong winds on land advisory (yellow signal) (Pingtung County, Miaoli County, Taoyuan City, Lienchiang County, Yunlin County, Hsinchu County, Chiayi County, Changhua County, Taichung City, Taitung County, Tainan City, Penghu County)

- Published: 2026-10-08T17:24:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
- Original: https://alerts.ncdr.nat.gov.tw/web/alerts/detail?id=CWA-Weather_strong-wind_202610081624001&info=20039329
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4290384-en.html
- anchor: #n3267751
- Companies mentioned: 中央氣象署

中央氣象署 issued a strong wind advisory for land areas (yellow warning), saying that from the afternoon of the 8th through the evening of the 9th, localized areas in Taoyuan City, Hsinchu County, Miaoli County and other places may experience average winds of force 6 or stronger, or gusts of force 8 or stronger.

Facts:
- Average winds of scale 6 or above
- Gusts of scale 8 or above

## Water Outage (Tainan City)

- Published: 2026-10-08T17:20:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
- Original: https://alerts.ncdr.nat.gov.tw/web/alerts/detail?id=TWC_water_202610081620&info=20039326
- anchor: #n3267752
- Companies mentioned: 台灣自來水公司

台灣自來水公司 will carry out a pipeline replacement project in Jiangjun District, Tainan City, to improve the stability of water supplies and reduce the risk of leaks. Water service will be suspended during the work.

Facts:
- Effective time: 2026-10-08T16:12:12
- Expiry time: 2026-10-12T17:00:00

## Shih Hsin students launch “She Wo Student Movement” to protest university's plan to abolish department offices

- Published: 2026-10-08T20:52:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 公視新聞
- Original: https://news.pts.org.tw/article/830533
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4290369-en.html
- anchor: #n3267723
- Companies mentioned: 世新大學、高教工會

Students at 世新大學 launched the “She Wo Student Movement” to protest the university's plan to abolish individual department offices and consolidate them. They also questioned whether the university's review of the names of students and faculty who signed a petition infringed on freedom of expression. The university said it respected freedom on campus and had not conducted an investigation.

## Executive Yuan announces plan for 10,000 yuan cash payout next year, with distribution expected to begin as early as before Lunar New Year

- Published: 2026-10-08T20:39:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 公視新聞
- Original: https://news.pts.org.tw/article/830548
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4290370-en.html
- anchor: #n3267720
- Companies mentioned: 行政院、立法院、財政部、總統府、民眾黨、國民黨、民進黨、ATM、郵局

行政院 approved a plan to distribute 10,000 yuan in cash to everyone, with payouts expected to begin as early as before Lunar New Year. 民眾黨 called for the funds to be made available in advance under the Budget Act, while 國民黨 proposed a 20,000-yuan payout and is pushing for a third reading before the election.

Facts:
- Universal cash payments of NT$10,000
- Approved at the 行政院 meeting on the 8th
- Legislature to complete the third reading of the general budget bill by January 5 next year
- President to promulgate it by January 20
- Registration for direct deposits can begin on January 25
- Funds can be deposited on January 26
- ATM service begins on February 15
- Cash can be collected at the 郵局 on the 22nd
- The related budget of 235.7 billion yuan
- This year's tax revenue surplus is projected to exceed NT$1 trillion
- Calculated at 40%
- 可編列4000多億特別預算
- A 20,000-yuan cash payout to everyone
- Push for direct referral to a second reading on the 16th
- Push for passage at a third reading before the November 28 election

## Can Taoyuan Airport's third terminal replace Songshan Airport? Aviation scholar says it could reduce flight efficiency

- Published: 2026-10-08T20:39:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 公視新聞
- Original: https://news.pts.org.tw/article/830551
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4290368-en.html
- anchor: #n3267719

An aviation scholar said Taoyuan Airport's third terminal could not fully replace Songshan Airport, and operations could become less efficient if aircraft flying at different speeds were mixed. Songshan Airport offers business travelers convenient access to the city center and serves a medical evacuation role. Several mayors have raised the idea of relocating it, but the issue has remained unresolved for years.

Facts:
- Annual passenger numbers remain above 5 million
- In 1979, international flights moved to what was then the predecessor of Taoyuan Airport
- In 2008, cross-strait charter flights resumed
- In 2002, Lee Ying-yuan advocated relocation

## 中聯等4高層獲50至400萬交保 須接受電子腳鐶監控

- Published: 2026-10-08T20:39:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 公視新聞
- Original: https://news.pts.org.tw/article/830547
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4290366-en.html
- anchor: #n3267721
- Companies mentioned: 中聯、泰山、台中地院、台中地方法院、台中市衛生局、主婦聯盟環境保護基金會

4 senior executives of 中聯 were released on bail of 500,000 to 4 million by court order in a case involving excessive levels of benzo[a]pyrene in oil products, and must wear electronic ankle monitors. The company's application to resume operations was rejected by the city government, and the plant remains shut down.

Facts:
- 4 key defendants in 中聯's tainted oil case
- Barred from leaving the country or going to sea for 8 months
- Prosecutors indicted 15 defendants
- 4 companies

## Tsai Ing-wen makes first U.S. visit since leaving office, addresses Taiwan's manufacturing capacity at university

- Published: 2026-10-08T20:39:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 公視新聞
- Original: https://news.pts.org.tw/article/830542
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4290365-en.html
- anchor: #n3267722
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、Tdome Labs

Former president Tsai Ing-wen made her first U.S. visit since leaving office, meeting with Nancy Pelosi before giving a speech at Stanford University. She underscored Taiwan's key role in AI server manufacturing and global supply chains, and attended a National Day reception in San Francisco to thank overseas Taiwanese for their support.

Facts:
- 大約9成
- world’s 4th-largest economy

## Canadian poet Carson wins Nobel Prize in Literature, becoming 19th woman to receive the award

- Published: 2026-10-08T20:35:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 公視新聞
- Original: https://news.pts.org.tw/article/830529
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4290367-en.html
- anchor: #n3267724

Canadian poet Carson won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature, becoming the 19th woman in history to receive the award.

Facts:
- Fiscal year 2026
- The 19th in history
- Born in 1950
- Published in 1998
- From 2001
- 29 Tangos
- Since the 1990s
- In 2024

## Worried about getting injured playing badminton? Doctors explain warm-ups and protective gear - Heho Health

- Published: 2026-10-08T20:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | Heho健康
- Original: https://heho.com.tw/archives/384443
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4290447-en.html
- anchor: #n3267921
- Companies mentioned: 亞東醫院

A doctor said thorough warm-ups are needed to prevent sports injuries when playing badminton. Advice was provided by a physician specializing in badminton injury prevention at 亞東醫院.