Just before the Kyushu tournament! Musashigawa stablemaster, who competed as the 67th yokozuna Musashimaru, to appear at the “Musashigawa Stablemaster Premium Talk Show” on Tuesday, November 3, a national holiday
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Oriental Hotel Fukuoka Hakata Station, operated by 株式会社ホテルマネージメントジャパン, will hold a premium talk show featuring Musashigawa stablemaster on November 3, 2026.
Facts
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026 (national holiday)
17:00～19:00
Adults: 10,000 yen (tax included)
Junior and senior high school students: 5,000 yen (tax included)
Ages 4 to elementary school students: 3,000 yen (tax included)
AUBRIOT to unveil its 2026 Autumn & Winter Collection Vol.2 on its official website starting Friday, October 9
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AUBRIOT, a brand developed by 株式会社ワールド, will unveil its 2026 Autumn & Winter Collection Vol.2 on its official website starting October 9, 2026. The theme is “Brutalism Affair.”
A student-created hair and makeup show, from planning to production: a practical learning platform where students take on challenges with their peers and hone their skills and personal qualities
The reasons people cannot visit famous restaurants are “distance (64.3%)” and “long lines (47.6%)”! About half said they “want to enjoy the taste of a famous restaurant at home”
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According to a survey conducted by 株式会社NEXER Group and 株式会社一蘭, the main reasons people cannot visit famous restaurants are distance and long lines, while about half of respondents said they want to enjoy the taste of a famous restaurant at home.
Facts
500 men and women nationwide
Together, they account for 80.4%
Respondents said their maximum tolerable wait was “about 30 minutes”
About half of people read the postcards and direct mail delivered to their homes! “Content relevant to me” is the deciding factor in whether they open it
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According to a survey conducted by 株式会社NEXER Group and ユニオン印刷株式会社, about half of the postcards and direct mail delivered to people’s homes go unread, and a majority said whether they open them depends on the content. In particular, “content relevant to me” is the deciding factor, while notices about “products or services I’m not interested in” and “irrelevant content” tend to be discarded. Most respondents also said their interest in peel-and-seal postcards remains largely unchanged.
About 40% have found themselves “unable to look away” from a company’s official TikTok account. If they were in charge of social media, about 60% said they “would leave it to a management agency”
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A survey by 株式会社NEXER Group and TikTok management agency アンドゼン examined the quality gap among companies’ official TikTok accounts. About 40% said they had found themselves “unable to look away,” and nearly 60% said they would like to outsource account management to a specialist agency.
The leading image of all-electric homes is “energy-saving and environmentally friendly (39.1%).” What prompted people to consider or install one?
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Results of a survey on all-electric homes and EcoCute systems conducted by 株式会社NEXER Group and プライスエナジー. A total of 44.0% were familiar with the terms, and the most common image was “energy-saving and environmentally friendly.” The installation rate was 27.7%, and the most common reason for installation was buying a newly built home or purchasing a home.
Facts
500 men and women nationwide
44.0% combined
27.7% said they “already have one installed”
39.1% said “buying a newly built home or purchasing a home”
Breaking news! 菅井友香, who plays Matsu, confirmed as a guest! Experience the taiga drama “豊臣兄弟！” through video and a full orchestra
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菅井友香, who plays Matsu, has been confirmed as a guest for the taiga drama “豊臣兄弟！” concert, to be held at Tokyo Opera City Concert Hall on November 7, 2026.
Facts
Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026
S seats: ¥12,000
A seats: ¥10,000
B seats: ¥8,000
U25 (same-day assigned-seat ticket): ¥3,000
Companies mentioned：株式会社キョードーメディアス、NHK、NHKエンタープライズ、キョードーファクトリー、チケットぴあ、イープラス、ローソンチケット、早稲田大学、バークリー音楽大学、TBS、TX、DMM TV、カンテレ、Prime Video
A seminar titled “Latest Trends in Digital Policy 2026,” featuring 永井 賢太朗 of the Information and Communications Policy Bureau at 総務省 and 伊藤 聖 of the Commerce and Information Policy Bureau at 経済産業省, will be held on Tuesday, November 10, 2026!!
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新社会システム総合研究所, under a commissioned-work agreement with 公益財団法人原総合知的通信システム基金, will hold a “Latest Trends in Digital Policy 2026” seminar on November 10, 2026, featuring officials from 総務省 and 経済産業省 as speakers.
DMM to participate again this year in “Osaka Art Fireworks 2026,” to be held on Saturday, October 31
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合同会社DMM.com announced that it will participate in “Osaka Art Fireworks 2026,” to be held in Izumisano, Osaka Prefecture, on October 31, 2026. The program will offer activities from day to night, including a special talk by 小塚崇彦 and collaborative fireworks.
“Snoopy Drops” × “PLAZA” collaboration event returns this year! Enter a giveaway for exclusive PLAZA products♪
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The relaxing puzzle game “Snoopy Drops” and lifestyle store “PLAZA” are holding a collaborative event. A giveaway will also offer the “SUBWAY SERIES™ drawstring pouch,” an exclusive PLAZA product, to winners selected by lottery.
Facts
October 13, 2026 (Tue)
2,530 yen (tax included)
80%
20%
Companies mentioned：株式会社カプコン、PLAZA、株式会社グレイス、Major League Baseball、Peanuts Worldwide、ソニーグループ
A must-have collection of masterpieces for Ryoko Yamagishi fans, released simultaneously in ３ volumes! “山岸凉子短篇ベストコレクション１・２・３” goes on sale Wednesday, October 28. Cover designs revealed for the first time!
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株式会社KADOKAWA announced that it will publish all 3 volumes of Ryoko Yamagishi’s short story best collection simultaneously on October 28, 2026. Each volume is priced at 2,420 yen. A related exhibition is also planned at the National Art Center, Tokyo.
Freestyle skiing: Moguls skier 見瀬クレア signs sponsorship agreement with グルメ杵屋
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株式会社グルメ杵屋 has signed a sponsorship agreement with 見瀬クレア, a freestyle skiing moguls athlete. 見瀬 is aiming to compete in the 2030 Winter Olympics, and logos are scheduled to appear on her helmet and clothing.
Facts
Effective Sept. 1, 2026
Established in 1967
Opened the first location of the live hand-made udon restaurant “Kineya” in 1971
Won 3rd place at the 2025 Junior World Championships
Announces an ad management outsourcing plan specializing in online medical consultations, with integrated support for ads, landing pages and booking reception | アドキタ
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SweetLeap株式会社 has announced an advertising management outsourcing and customer acquisition support plan specializing in online medical consultations through its advertising and customer acquisition support brand, アドキタ. The plan provides integrated support for ad creation and distribution, production and improvement of landing pages (introductory pages), and setup and tracking of booking reception via LINE and other channels, and is available for new campaigns and handovers from existing agencies.
Turning “It would be nice if our town became like this” into community development: Volunteer assembly members in Biei Town, Asahikawa City and Wakkanai City begin using “まちだん”
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Gcomホールディングス株式会社 has launched an initiative for the digital platform “まちだん” together with volunteer assembly members in Biei Town, Asahikawa City and Wakkanai City, Hokkaido.
Facts
Operations began in December 2025
In response to 17 local issues posted
The initiative received a total of 1,030 “expressions of support,” among other responses
In September 2026, enrollment reopened at 3 schools. The after-school day service “かすかべ学園” in Kasukabe City, Saitama Prefecture, has many staff members with teaching and student support experience and works with schools to support children after school.
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株式会社ワンライフ reopened enrollment in September 2026 at 3 schools (Onuma, Minamisakurai and Uch牧) of its after-school day service “かすかべ学園” in Kasukabe City, Saitama Prefecture. Each school has a capacity of 10 students, and many staff members have teaching or student support experience. The service provides support in collaboration with schools.
Holding the “Yaramaika! Hamamatsu Mobility Festa” with 浜松市
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損保ジャパン collaborated with 浜松市, 遠州鉄道 and スズキ to hold the “Yaramaika! Hamamatsu Mobility Festa” on Oct. 8, 2026, aiming to raise traffic safety awareness and help realize a mobility-oriented society.
Public joins walk on Kinmen’s Dadan Island, gets surprise sighting of a pod of dolphins during boat trip
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A member of the public joining a walking event on Kinmen’s Dadan Island was surprised to see a pod of dolphins during the boat trip. The Kinmen Wildlife Conservation Association said white dolphins are more commonly seen in the north and west, and urged boats not to speed up to chase them.
Chung Tung-chin backs moving Songshan Airport to build AI park, saying it could link up the Taoyuan-Hsinchu-Miaoli Silicon Valley
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Miaoli County Magistrate Chung Tung-chin backed Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an’s proposal to relocate Songshan Airport and build a Taipei AI park, saying the move could link up with the Taoyuan-Hsinchu-Miaoli Silicon Valley plan, combine Taipei’s research and development strengths with Miaoli’s manufacturing advantages, and enhance Taiwan’s standing in the international AI industry chain.
Facts
Exceed NT$500 billion
About 960 hectares of land for industrial development
Unknown person impersonates station staff, makes signaling gestures and whistles; 台鐵 reports incident to police and steps up patrols
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
On the first day of the National Day long weekend, someone impersonated 台鐵 staff on the platform at Hualien Station, making departure signals and whistling. 台鐵 notified railway police and stepped up patrols.
Trump rules out attack on Iran before midterms; Asian stocks mostly rise as oil prices retreat
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Investors assessed the outlook for the AI investment boom after U.S. President Donald Trump ruled out attacking Iran before the midterm elections. International oil prices retreated, while Asian stock markets mostly closed higher. Media reports had earlier said OpenAI forecast annualized revenue of US$50 billion this year, far below an earlier estimate of US$70 billion, but subsequent reports said OpenAI could reach its original target.
Facts
OpenAI forecasts annualized revenue of US$50 billion this year
Former Guam director Chen Ying-lien indicted on corruption charges, leaves country and fails to return; 外交部 to dismiss him
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Chen Ying-lien, former director of the Taiwan office in Guam, was indicted on suspicion of corruption. He traveled to Japan and failed to return, and was absent from work. 外交部 will proceed with his dismissal under the Civil Servants Performance Evaluation Act, citing two major demerits in a single evaluation.
Facts
More than NT$3.43 million
The employee was found to have been absent from work for a total of 68 hours
Han Ning spent a year preparing for 「花臉貓」, thanks Fukushi Sota for his help in acting together
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwanese film 「花臉貓：修羅道」 was selected for the Midnight Passion section of the Busan International Film Festival. Lead actress Han Ning said she spent a year preparing for the role and thanked lead actor Fukushi Sota for his help with the fight scenes and Japanese-language acting.
Facts
I made special preparations for a whole year
I had already practiced on my own for 1 month in Japan
Lithuania to guard against Russian draft evaders entering the country, reinforce border with Kaliningrad
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Lithuania will deploy additional troops to guard its border with Kaliningrad amid concerns that Russian military mobilization could lead draft evaders to enter the country. The initial deployment will last 2 weeks, with up to 100 troops expected to assist.
Tung Tzu-wei launches new book on Keelung’s unique character, hopes residents will rediscover and envision their hometown
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Tung Tzu-wei, the Democratic Progressive Party’s candidate for Keelung mayor, joined local cultural and historical groups to publish the book 「基隆400：世界循海而來」, hoping residents will rediscover their hometown’s history.
Lai says Taiwan-Eswatini ties are like family at state banquet; Eswatini king backs Taiwan’s participation in international community
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
President Lai Ching-te hosted a state banquet for King Mswati III of Eswatini and his queen, emphasizing that Taiwan and Eswatini share family-like ties. The king voiced support for Taiwan’s meaningful participation in the international community and praised the results of bilateral cooperation in several fields.
Cheng Chao-fang introduces 「竹北F4」 election team, hopes to bring cross-sector talent into politics
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Cheng Chao-fang, the Democratic Progressive Party’s candidate for Hsinchu County magistrate, introduced the 「竹北F4」 team, comprising city council candidates Chen Yu-tung, Lin Tsu-i, Yang Shih-hsueh and Hsieh Yu-hao, in hopes of attracting talent from different fields to local politics.
Taiwan-U.S. exchanges active after Trump-Xi meeting; experts say regular, substantive engagement maintained
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan-U.S. interactions have been frequent since the Trump-Xi meeting, with experts saying both sides have maintained regular and substantive engagement. Topics include Tsai Ing-wen’s visit to the United States, Taiwan’s establishment of an office in Arizona, delivery of F-16V fighter jets and an arms sale worth US$14 billion.
5 New Taipei teachers of immigrant languages use AI and culture to help students see the world
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
新北市教育局 recognized 5 outstanding immigrant-language teaching assistants, commending them for incorporating food, songs, clothing and festivals into everyday lessons by drawing on their language skills and cross-cultural experience. Chen Shan-lan was among the first to bring AI digital tools into the classroom and developed an 「AI有聲書」 independently. Pan Hsi-ling has taught Khmer for 10 years, while Nguyen Hong Nu participates in a collaborative lesson-planning community and offers short courses on multiculturalism. The department said the training covers 7 languages and uses integrated AI tools to improve lesson-planning efficiency.
Facts
Has taught Khmer for 10 years
Covers 7 languages, including Vietnamese, Indonesian, Thai, Khmer, Burmese, Malay and Filipino
Occupational Safety and Health Administration subsidizes colleges to pilot courses, train workers’ compensation rehabilitation professionals
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
勞動部職安署 is launching a pilot program to subsidize colleges and universities to offer training courses in occupational injury rehabilitation services. The aim is to train professionals in vocational rehabilitation and work capacity assessment, and shorten the gap between graduation and further training.
Facts
Subsidies capped at NT$320,000 per school
First-year plan covers 3 regions: north, central and south
At least 12 people to be admitted in each region
Annual target: 36 people
The program will initially run as a 1-year pilot
There are currently about 207 occupational therapists in Taiwan
8 Chinese central financial institutions receive capital injections; first tranche of 715.5 billion in special treasury bonds issued
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
中國財政部 announced the issuance of the first tranche of 2026 special treasury bonds for capital injections into central financial institutions, totaling 150 billion yuan, covering 8 central financial enterprises including 工商銀行 and 農業銀行. The bonds are intended to replenish core Tier 1 capital.
Facts
Amount: 150 billion yuan
About NT$715.5 billion
8 companies plan to raise a combined 360 billion yuan
The Ministry of Finance will contribute 300 billion yuan
The first 4 state-owned major banks completed a round of capital increases totaling 520 billion yuan
The Ministry of Finance contributed 500 billion yuan
U.S. and China reportedly discuss reciprocal visits to nuclear facilities; China's Foreign Ministry says report is inconsistent with the facts
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
In response to media reports that U.S. and Chinese officials discussed reciprocal visits to nuclear facilities, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said the reports were inconsistent with the facts.
李四川 rolls out policies for older adults; home inspections and repairs eligible for subsidies of up to NT$30,000
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
李四川, the 國民黨 candidate for New Taipei City mayor, announced policies for older adults, including home inspections and repair subsidies, proactive AI outreach and the establishment of a senior talent center.
Facts
Subsidies of up to NT$30,000 per household
Available to people aged 65 and older
People aged 75 and older who live alone, have dementia or disabilities, or are at high risk
Flu can double the risk of severe illness for people with diabetes, heart or kidney disease; doctors urge full vaccination
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Doctors warn that people with chronic conditions involving diabetes, heart or kidney disease face double the risk of severe illness and death after contracting the flu, and urge those eligible to get fully vaccinated. 疾管署 statistics show that this year, publicly funded flu and COVID-19 vaccinations have risen significantly compared with last year.
泰國在野黨 files no-confidence motion; Anutin and 17 cabinet members accused of dereliction of duty
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
泰國在野黨人民黨 filed a no-confidence motion, accusing Prime Minister Anutin and 17 泰自豪黨 cabinet members of issues including election fraud, recruitment scandals and mishandling public crises. Anutin said the government was ready to respond in accordance with the constitution.
Facts
17 cabinet members
145 opposition lawmakers
2024 Senate election
Companies mentioned：中央社、曼谷郵報、Bangkok Post、民族報、The Nation、泰國在野黨、人民黨、People's Party、泰自豪黨、Bhumjaithai Party
Taiwan and Eswatini sign mutual legal assistance agreement on criminal matters
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan and Eswatini signed a mutual legal assistance agreement on criminal matters. The Ministry of Justice said this was the 18th mutual legal assistance agreement signed within 5 months, aimed at improving the efficiency of cross-border investigations and combating transnational crime.
日經亞洲: Weak demand prompts Apple to cut iPhone 18 Pro orders
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
日經亞洲 reported that Apple has notified suppliers of plans to cut orders for iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max components by about 15% to 20%, as soaring memory chip costs have driven up prices and dampened demand. 瑞士銀行集團 also said consumers are facing shorter order wait times.
Facts
Cut by at least 15%
Orders down 15% to 20%
Prioritize the launch of 3 high-end models
All prices are at least 10% higher than last year's
Across more than 30 markets
The iPhone 18 Pro starts at US$1,199
The iPhone 18 Pro Max starts at US$1,299
Up US$100
The 256GB base model of the iPhone Duo starts at US$1,999
U.S. government suspends 微軟's eligibility for green card program; CEO receives Trump award the same day
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
U.S. Vice President Vance accused 微軟 of abusing H-1B visas. The Trump administration announced that 微軟, 奧多比 and several technology consulting firms would be suspended from participating in the green card program. The same day, Trump presented the National Medal of Technology and Innovation to 微軟 CEO Nadella.
Facts
Cut 6,000 U.S. employees
Obtained 6,300 H-1B visas
Nearly 3,000 green cards
Replaced them with 1.5 foreign contract laborers
Filed about 6,000 H-1B visa applications
80% were for “extending or changing the status of existing 微軟 employees”
Schools suspended in Malaysia's capital and some other areas amid haze from Indonesian wildfires
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Smoke haze from Indonesian wildfires has worsened air quality in Malaysia, prompting the government to suspend classes in the capital, Kuala Lumpur, and some other areas. Prime Minister Anwar has met with Indonesian President Prabowo to discuss countermeasures.
Facts
An API above 100 is unhealthy
Above 200 is very unhealthy
Above 300 is hazardous
A local state of emergency will be declared if the index exceeds 500
National Day ceremony set for tomorrow; 10 disaster-prevention volunteers to lead the national anthem in front of 總統府
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The National Day ceremony for ROC year 115 will be held tomorrow in the plaza in front of 總統府. The national anthem will be led by 10 representatives qualified as disaster-prevention volunteers, and a whole-of-society defense resilience parade is planned, with more than 2,500 volunteers taking part in the demonstrations.
Facts
10 representatives from a range of professions who are qualified as disaster-prevention volunteers
Starts tomorrow at 8:57 a.m.
Begins tomorrow at 10 a.m.
18 meters long
12 meters wide
Expected to take place at around 11 a.m.
More than 2,500 disaster-prevention volunteers
A formation of 5 Brave Eagle advanced trainer aircraft
WSJ: China's economic troubles deepen as government resorts to stopgap measures
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
華爾街日報 reported that China's economic troubles are severe, while the government has resorted to piecemeal stopgap measures such as mortgage subsidies, capital injections into state-owned banks and new infrastructure investment. Economists say these measures cannot address deeper problems.
Facts
Second-quarter GDP grew 4.3% year on year
The official growth target of 4.5% to 5% set for this year
Tentatively set for one year
An annualized interest subsidy of 1 percentage point
A floor area of no more than 120 square meters
A total price of no more than 1.5 million yuan
Inject capital into 8 major banks and insurance companies
Inject $54 billion
More than $70 billion was injected last year
Companies mentioned：華爾街日報、滙豐、HSBC、歐亞集團、Eurasia Group、巴克萊、Barclays、Seafarer Capital Partners
Taiwan’s hepatitis C treatment rate tops 92% in elimination drive; study published in leading journal 刺胳針
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
After 10 years of effort, Taiwan achieved its goal of eliminating hepatitis C by the end of 2025, ahead of schedule, with a treatment rate exceeding 92%. The results have been published in the leading medical journal 刺胳針 (The Lancet), and Taiwan is now applying for certification review by the 世界衛生組織西太平洋區署.
Facts
Treatment rate tops 92%
After 10 years of effort
Achieved hepatitis C elimination in 2025, ahead of schedule
Vision of eliminating viral hepatitis by 2030
Diagnosis rate has reached 92.4%
Of them, 92.7% have received treatment
Diagnosis rate ≥80%
Treatment rate ≥70%
Diagnosis rate ≥90%
Treatment rate ≥80%
Treatment rates all reached 95%
Expanded screening eligibility to people aged 45 to 79
Reports on OpenAI revenue eased industry concerns, narrowing losses in technology stocks, while major Tokyo stock indexes were mixed. The Nikkei 225 fell 11.19 points (0.02%) to close at 69030.92, while the Tokyo Stock Price Index rose 13.35 points (0.33%) to 4104.81.
Facts
Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 fell 11.19 points, or 0.02%
Closed at 69030.92
The Tokyo Stock Price Index rose 13.35 points, or 0.33%
Setbacks during production of “花臉貓”; Wang Yi-fan says the characters felt like friends who stayed by his side
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Taiwanese film “花臉貓：修羅道” was selected for the Midnight Passion section of the Busan International Film Festival. Director Wang Yi-fan said the production faced setbacks due to limited resources and the challenges of making an action film, but he persevered, viewing the characters as friends who stayed by his side.
Taiwan’s Chen Yi-fan wins men’s gold at World Artistic Roller Skating Championships
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwanese skater Chen Yi-fan won gold in the men’s inline freestyle event at the 2026 World Artistic Roller Skating Championships in Paraguay, placing first in both the short and long programs. President Lai Ching-te called to congratulate him.
Facts
Taiwan selected 6 athletes to compete
Scored 73.51 to lead the 4 skaters in the short program
In the long program, he again ranked first with 183.28 points
Chinese military aircraft, in coordination with naval vessels, harass Taiwan ahead of National Day; military closely monitors and responds
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Ministry of National Defense said China sent 19 aircraft sorties to harass Taiwan in coordination with naval vessels ahead of Double Ten National Day, with 13 sorties crossing the median line. Taiwan’s military closely monitored the situation and responded appropriately.
Campaign countdown: Lai Jui-lung and Ko Chih-en hit the streets over the holiday weekend
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 2026 nine-in-one elections are entering their final stretch, with Democratic Progressive Party Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Lai Jui-lung and Kuomintang candidate Ko Chih-en stepping up street campaigning over the holiday weekend. Lai established a support group in Siaogang and put forward proposals on AI computing power, semiconductors, and National Highway 7 and the metro. Ko visited areas including Cianjin and Gangshan for senior-citizen events and responded to media questions about appearing alongside Cheng Li-wun.
3 candidates for Zhubei mayor put forward platforms focused on livelihoods, seniors and the arts
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Zhubei mayoral candidates Wu Hsu-chih, Tseng Sheng-kai and Chiu Chen-yuan each put forward proposals focused on a direct-sales center for meat products, health and exercise for seniors, and 100 arts and cultural events.
He Lifeng speaks with UK finance minister, calls for stronger China-UK economic and financial cooperation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng held a video call with British Finance Minister Healey. Both sides agreed to strengthen China-UK economic and financial cooperation and dialogue.
US authorities seize 7 domains to disrupt hacking activity by Chinese 永信至誠科技集團
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
US authorities seized 7 domains to disrupt hackers working for China’s 永信至誠科技集團, which has been accused of directing the “Flax Typhoon” operation. In September 2024, a botnet containing more than 200,000 devices was dismantled.
Facts
Seized 7 domains
2nd public disruption operation
September 2024
Disrupting 1 botnet operated by the company
More than 200,000 compromised consumer electronic devices worldwide
Institutions: 台積電 investor conference set for the 15th, helping support Taiwan stocks as they consolidate at high levels
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Institutions expect 台積電 to release positive news at its Oct. 15 investor conference, supporting Taiwan stocks as they consolidate at high levels; OpenAI revenue data have weakened AI stocks, while foreign investors have been net sellers of Taiwan stocks for 3 consecutive days.
Zhang Wanying, suspected of surveilling President Lai's son, reportedly had an accomplice; US media reveal California businessman fled to China
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
CBS News reported that Zhang Wanying, a Chinese American real estate agent in California suspected of being directed by Beijing to surveil Lai Ching-te's eldest son, may have had an accomplice. California builder Miao Fatai reportedly accompanied her to Seattle on a surveillance mission and fled to China on a one-way flight 2 weeks ago. The FBI searched Miao's home in Irvine, and his son denied that his father was an agent of the Chinese government.
Facts
About 10 agents of 聯邦調查局 (FBI) executing a search warrant
And flew to China 2 weeks ago
Suspected of meeting Zhang Wanying in Seattle on Sept. 1, 2025
Chiayi Girls' High School's Wang Yiquan creates railway models with a craftsperson's dedication, wins 2 awards in Japan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Wang Yiquan, a student at National Chiayi Girls' Senior High School, independently built a miniature railway model of Ochanomizu Station in Tokyo, Japan, with a craftsperson's dedication. The model won 2 top honors at the 18th National High School Railway Model Contest, supported by Japan's Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology: the Best Realistic Scene Award and the Judges' Special Award.
5 Penghu temples charter a boat to attend a temple festival in Kaohsiung, accompanied by more than 500 worshippers
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
More than 500 worshippers from 5 temples, including 澎湖馬公海靈殿, traveled aboard 澎湖輪 to Kaohsiung for the first time by chartered boat to attend the 50th anniversary of Beiji San Sheng Temple and the ceremony at Beiyemachi Wenwang Temple to send off the Wangye deities on their inspection tour.
Modified cars disturb residents with burnouts in Taichung; police across county lines detain 3 people
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Modified cars gathered to perform burnouts and disturb residents in Wuqi District, Taichung. Police detained 3 people across county lines and seized vehicles.
Facts
3 suspects detained
A total of 3 vehicles seized, including a BMW and a 日產 passenger car
Fined a total of NT$79,800
Punishable by up to 5 years in prison under the law
You Si-kun: Reexamine postwar historical narratives and restore the facts to build a democratic bulwark
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Former Legislative Yuan president You Si-kun said at a memorial forum marking the centenary of Koo Kuan-min's birth that Taiwan's postwar history had been concealed and distorted by the Chiang regime. He stressed that restoring the facts is the only way to build a democratic bulwark, and called for establishing a normal Taiwanese state with dignity, independence and a sound constitutional system.
Changhua County's Mazu Blessing Culture Festival opens, with 13 Mazu statues gathering for 3 days
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Changhua County's Mazu Blessing Culture Festival opened at Fangyuan Putian Temple, with 13 Mazu statues from across the county gathering for 3 days of events, including a joint procession, an evening show and a raffle.
Carson wins Nobel Prize in Literature; acclaimed for deftly reimagining classical works for modern audiences
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Canadian poet Anne Carson won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature. Her work Autobiography of Red, which blends mythology with a modern coming-of-age story, has drawn widespread acclaim. Bookseller Indigo said sales of the book surged after the award, with searches jumping 2272%.
Cornell assault case raises questions about investigative failures; New York governor calls for legal reforms to protect victims
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
A woman who was sexually assaulted by fraternity members at 康乃爾大學 filed a civil lawsuit, questioning investigative failures by police and prosecutors. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul called for legal reforms to protect victims, while Cornell President Michael Kotlikoff announced an independent external review and said the criminal investigation would be turned over to state Attorney General Letitia James.
Facts
October 2024
For 8 hours
2 years later
The 7 people accused of involvement
4 of the defendants
With a history spanning more than 160 years
A total of 5,799 sexual assault cases were reported
Premature baby evacuated to Egypt amid war and raised there; reunites with mother in Gaza 2 years later
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
Bisan, born prematurely, was evacuated to Egypt amid the war and raised there. 2 years later, she returned to Gaza with the help of the United Nations and reunited with her mother, Sundus. During their separation, they kept in touch by video call. At first, Bisan did not recognize her mother after their reunion and had to readjust to Gaza's wartime conditions and psychological trauma.
Facts
Gave birth to Bisan 6 weeks early
A total of 29 premature babies were evacuated from the neonatal ward
Tokyo frequently sees “extremely hot days”; Japanese civic group calls for urban tree planting to cool the city
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
The Japanese civic group Minna no Nakano is calling for trees to be planted in urban areas to address the frequent “extremely hot days.” Research shows Tokyo's tree canopy coverage continues to decline, while extreme heat has caused many heatstroke deaths. Scholars warn that the public health crisis is severe.
Reading becomes a new medium for social connection in Japan; companies develop book-based dating apps to spark romance
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
Japanese companies have developed dating apps that use books as a medium, allowing users to match and make video calls by sharing their favorite books, turning reading into a bridge for interpersonal communication.
Trump questioned over use of public funds for image ads: Will pay personally or have MAGA cover the full cost
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
With the midterm elections approaching, the use of public funds for Trump image ads has been questioned as illegal. Trump said he would have the costs covered personally or by the MAGA政治行動委員會. Meanwhile, cost-of-living concerns are drawing voters’ attention. Polls show Trump’s approval rating is low and Latino support is slipping, while Democrats hold an advantage in the contests for control of the House and Senate.
Facts
20 million dollars in public funds from the 國土安全部
Issue a one-time payment of 90 dollars
Issue 500 dollars
Provide 5,000 dollars to every adult citizen
Trump’s approval rating remains at a historic low of 32%
Among registered voters，44% lean toward supporting the Democratic Party
Outpacing the Republican Party’s 37%
As long as they gain 3 seats in the House
They need to gain 4 seats in the Senate.
The Democratic Party leads by a wide margin of 52%
Remote roads in Yunlin often used for illegal dumping；county raises tip reward to as much as 6,000
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
Yunlin County’s Environmental Protection Bureau has raised the reward for reporting illegal dumping on remote roads to as much as 6,000 yuan. It has received 69 reports and cleared more than 100 dumping sites.
Facts
A reward of 6,000 yuan
A total of 69 cases have been received
There are about 200 dumping sites across the county
Novel about Haitian migrants fleeing embroiled in AI ghostwriting controversy；dropped from French literary prize shortlist
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
The novel The Sum of Us by Haitian-Canadian author Aurelien was dropped from the shortlist for France’s Prix Goncourt after an anonymous account accused it of being ghostwritten by AI，sparking debate over the reliability of AI detection and potential discrimination.
Facts
A 38-year-old rising star in Canadian-Haitian literature
Crossed 12 countries
The novel was 100% AI-generated
In late September，the Académie Goncourt announced
Shortlisted for a major French literary prize in 2026
Population aging on Greek island of Symi；only elementary school has 1 teacher for 2 students
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
The Greek island of Symi is facing population aging due to its aging population and declining birthrate. Its only elementary school has just 1 teacher for 2 students and is expected to close in the future. Greece has a low birthrate nationwide，and the Education Ministry plans to shut down several schools. The government has introduced measures such as tax cuts and cash subsidies to encourage childbirth and keep young people from leaving.
Facts
There are only 2 students in the entire school
Ventras is the school’s only teacher
The island’s 6 teenagers
The total fertility rate was 1.24 in 2024
Greece had fewer than 66,000 births in 2025
Projected by 2050
Greece’s population will decline by more than 1 million
3rd anniversary of Hamas attack；Israelis protest and call for investigation into the truth
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
On the 3rd anniversary of the Hamas attack，Israelis protested in Tel Aviv，demanding a national commission of inquiry to establish the truth. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attended a memorial ceremony and criticized European countries，while facing angry calls from the public over the government’s failures and political pressure ahead of the upcoming parliamentary election.
Facts
It has been 3 years since the incident
On October 3 local time in Israel
The official memorial ceremony was held on October 5
You also failed to protect the 1,200 victims that day
More than 1,500 Israeli civilians and military and police personnel were killed
More than 3,000 people were injured
More than 250 people were taken hostage
The Hamas attack on October 7，2023
Keith was released and returned home in February 2025
Reunited with his family earlier，in November 2023
A veteran journalist who has covered the Middle East for more than 20 years
Pyongyang sees a proliferation of high-rises and mobile payments；South Korea estimates North Korea’s GDP growth exceeded 3%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
The 南韓央行 estimates that North Korea’s GDP grew 3.5% in 2025，keeping growth above 3% for 3 consecutive years. Despite modern developments in Pyongyang such as high-rises and mobile payments，international experts suspect the growth mainly reflects arms exports to Russia and a revival in China-North Korea trade，rather than domestic industrial upgrading. Rural areas also continue to face resource shortages.
Taichung police stop smoking motorcyclist but find no personal records；accidentally arrest fraud and theft suspect wanted for 13 years
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
Taichung police stopped a motorcyclist who was smoking and discovered and arrested a fraud and theft suspect who had been wanted for 13 years after finding no personal records. In Kaohsiung，a taxi driver helped police catch a scam syndicate’s money mule collecting 200,000 yuan.
Early-morning house fire in Ji’an，Hualien；large pile of clothing fuels intense blaze
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
A house on Bei’an Street in Ji’an Township，Hualien，caught fire in the early hours of the 9th. Large quantities of clothing stored in a metal-sheet warehouse fueled the blaze，which was accompanied by explosions. Firefighters dispatched 15 vehicles and 25 personnel to put out the fire. The area burned was estimated at about 400 square meters. There were no casualties，and the cause is under investigation.
Facts
The fire broke out in the early hours of the 9th
Original凌晨0時40分左右
The area burned was initially estimated at about 400 square meters
Honor guard welcomes Eswatini delegation；Mswati III says ties will continue into the next generation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
President Lai Ching-te welcomed King Mswati III of Eswatini to Taiwan with military honors for the National Day celebrations，emphasizing the ties between the two countries. Eswatini is Taiwan’s only diplomatic ally in Africa，and 7 foreign congratulatory delegations are visiting.
Previously proposed extending the MRT Zhonghe-Guangfu Line to Songshan Airport；Lee Sichuan says he supports Chiang Wan-an’s AI park plan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
Kuomintang New Taipei mayoral candidate Lee Chuan agrees with Chiang Wan-an’s proposal to relocate Songshan Airport and develop the site into an AI park, hoping to create an AI technology corridor. DPP candidate Su Chiao-hui and councilor Cho Kuan-ting questioned the plan’s lack of preliminary discussion and insufficient coordination of campaign platforms, while also raising the proposed extension of the MRT Zhonghe-Guangfu Line.
Chiang Wan-an floats proposal to relocate Songshan Airport; Kuomintang Penghu candidate says it ignores outlying islands’ needs
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
Chiang Wan-an proposed relocating Songshan Airport. Kuomintang Penghu County mayoral candidate Chen Zhenzhong criticized the proposal for ignoring the needs of outlying islands, while DPP Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Boyang questioned the lack of supporting measures.
Facts
Only 50 days left, and then suddenly it was proposed.
After formally signing with 輝達 in February this year (2026)
Fort Hood shooter to be executed on 12/3; US Defense Department plans livestream
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
The US Defense Department plans to execute Hasan, the gunman in the 2009 shooting, by firing squad at Fort Hood on December 3 and livestream the entire execution. President Donald Trump approved the decision, calling it a pursuit of justice. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth recommended a public execution to demonstrate the consequences, but legal experts questioned whether it could turn the death penalty into a spectacle. The execution could also be delayed by civil litigation.
Russian glide bomb hits bus in Ukraine, killing 30 and injuring 18
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
A Russian glide bomb struck a bus in Kramatorsk, eastern Ukraine, killing at least 30 people and injuring 18. British Foreign Secretary David Miliband announced new sanctions against Russia, while a Ukrainian delegation is set to travel to Miami, US, for talks with US and European representatives on a peace plan.
Chinese militia vessel spotted off Taiwan’s east coast for the first time; 國防部 criticizes incursions under the guise of scientific research and other activities
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
A Chinese militia vessel was spotted off Taiwan’s east coast for the first time. 國防部 and 海巡署 said they had monitored it throughout and responded appropriately. Scholars say this is a new form of pressure tactic. Meanwhile, a US$14 billion arms sale to Taiwan remains stalled, and a former AIT official warned that delays could affect regional security.
Advocacy group says Taipei’s homeless population exceeds official figures, puts forward 6 demands and urges mayoral candidates to take notice
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
A survey by 無家者聯盟 found that Taipei’s homeless population exceeds the number on official registries. The group put forward 6 demands and urged Taipei mayoral candidates to address the issue.
Facts
There are 484 homeless people on the official registry
Residents have reported as many as 1476 homeless people
75% of homeless people are registered in Taipei, New Taipei, Keelung or Taoyuan
Labor force participation among older adults hits record high; Health and Welfare Ministry survey finds more than half work to make ends meet
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
Taiwan’s labor force participation rate among older adults has hit a record high. A Health and Welfare Ministry survey found that more than half of older people work to make ends meet. As the population shrinks and AI poses new challenges, the government is promoting delayed retirement and job redesign, while scholars recommend making use of older workers’ experience.
Facts
The population aged 65 and older has reached 4.79 million
20.62% of the total population
The labor force participation rate among people aged 65 and older reached 11%
Compared with 9.05% in 2021
An increase of 1.95 percentage points in 5 years
50.55% of older people said their main reason for working was financial need
12.71% said it was because they were afraid of being bored
Taiwan’s population has been shrinking for 33 consecutive months
The total population fell from 23.31 million
To about 23.21 million people at the end of September 2026
First day of National Day holiday: 高公局 forecasts prolonged, widespread congestion on freeways
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
On the first day of the National Day holiday, 高公局 forecast total freeway traffic of 114 million vehicle-kilometers. Traffic was heavy on the southbound section of National Highway 5 between Nangang and Shiding. Police also handled a fire at Nangang Station that was sparked by smoking and arrested a suspect.
Random knife attack reported at Hualien’s Dongdamen Night Market; suspect says he wanted to vent after feeling down
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公視新聞
A random knife attack took place at Hualien’s Dongdamen Night Market. The suspect said he wanted to vent because he was in a bad mood. Police are investigating whether anyone instructed him or whether there were accomplices.
Wanted: Mid-career technical professionals to work in national land and transport administration — Notice of the 2nd selection-based recruitment examination for technical-track career officials at 国土交通省 for fiscal year Reiwa 8
Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省
国土交通省 announced that it will hold the 2nd selection-based recruitment examination for fiscal year Reiwa 8 for mid-career technical professionals who can draw on experience working for private companies or local governments. Recruitment will be for 2 categories, assistant director and section chief, with appointments scheduled for April 1, Reiwa 9.
Summary of the public hearing on the appeal concerning approval of the change to 東日本旅客鉄道株式会社’s passenger fare ceiling
Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省
運輸審議会 has decided to hold a public hearing in Tokyo on Nov. 26, Reiwa 8, concerning the appeal over approval of the change to 東日本旅客鉄道株式会社’s passenger fare ceiling.
Facts
Thursday, Nov. 26, Reiwa 8
Attendance capacity (number of devices able to access): no more than 300 people
No more than 10 members of the public may make statements
Recognizing the achievements of skilled workers and engineers — Names will be published on the website and commemorated with plaques at construction sites!
Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省
国土交通省 will recognize the achievements of skilled workers and engineers on government building construction projects to ensure the quality of public works and develop the construction industry workforce. The initiative, which publishes the names of companies responsible for high-quality construction and the individuals involved on its website and installs plaques at construction sites, will also be carried out in fiscal year Reiwa 8.
Follow-up survey results on the use of sprayed asbestos and other materials in buildings and other structures owned by national government agencies
Published ・ Source Japan | 国土交通省
国土交通省 conducted a follow-up survey on the use of sprayed asbestos and other materials in buildings and other structures owned by national government agencies, and announced that the number of facilities without measures to prevent the release of asbestos had fallen from 702 buildings to 11.
Conducting an “Interactive AI Survey” on Infrastructure DX and AI Initiatives — Looking Back on 10 Years of i-Construction Initiatives with AI and Identifying the Next Areas for Improvement