# AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-11 18:00–21:00 JST

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 66 items from 3 sources; Japan, 22 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 林昀儒不敵球王松島輝空 WTT中國大滿貫賽男單獲亞軍

- Published: 2026-10-11T20:48:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610110185.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306316-en.html
- anchor: #n3316139
- Companies mentioned: 中央通訊社、世界桌球職業大聯盟、國際桌球總會

台灣男子桌球好手林昀儒在WTT中國大滿貫賽男單決賽，面對現任球王松島輝空，經7局激戰後以2比5落敗，獲得亞軍。

Facts:
- After a 55-minute battle
- he still lost 7-11, 9-11, 11-7, 11-8, 11-5, 7-11, 9-11
- Ranked No. 6 in men's singles
- He held a commanding 6-1 career record against Sora Matsushima
- Lin Yun-ju lost 3-4 that time
- The WTT China Smash became one of the WTT events in 2024
- Lin Yun-ju was eliminated in the first round of the inaugural edition
- He lost in the round of 32 last year
- Sora Matsushima scored 4 straight points
- Lin Yun-ju briefly fought back to tie it at 7-7
- Sora Matsushima then attacked aggressively and scored 4 straight points
- After the score was tied 6 times
- Sora Matsushima also had the score tied at 9-9
- He scored 2 straight points with powerful forehand attacks
- He took a 2-0 lead
- He went on to win 3 straight games
- With the score tied at 6-6
- He scored 4 straight points to seize momentum
- Lin Yun-ju made 2 consecutive receiving errors at the start
- He quickly fell behind 0-3
- Sora Matsushima opened up a 6-0 lead

## Han Kuo-yu campaigns in Keelung, says there must be rules of the game despite political bickering

- Published: 2026-10-11T20:46:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610110184.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306317-en.html
- anchor: #n3316140
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台灣民眾黨、國民黨、中廣

Han Kuo-yu traveled to Keelung to campaign for Taiwan People's Party city council candidate Li Wen-yao, reiterating that both sides of the political aisle should abide by the rules of the game and ethical standards. Huang Kuo-chang backed Han's position and called on Lai Ching-te and Cho Jung-tai to abide by the Constitution.

Facts:
- ROC year 113
- 1151011

## Chang Chia-chun's business and industry support group established, aiming to upgrade industries and create jobs

- Published: 2026-10-11T20:46:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610110183.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306318-en.html
- anchor: #n3316141
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、國民黨、雲林縣工業會、商業會、雲林科技大學、虎尾科技大學

國民黨雲林縣長參選人張嘉郡工商後援會成立，由林萬宗、陳麒升、呂永寬等工商界人士擔任要職，盼推動產業升級與創造在地就業機會。

Facts:
- It trains about 4000 to 5000 graduates each year
- The “9+1 Industrial Park”

## Holiday crowds flock to Xiaoliuqiu; police issue tickets for illegal parking as residents urge visitors to help protect the environment

- Published: 2026-10-11T20:31:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610110182.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306306-en.html
- anchor: #n3316136
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、Threads

Visitors flocked to Xiaoliuqiu over the National Day holiday, with problems including illegally parked scooters and littering. The Liuqiu Police Station of the Pingtung County Police Department's Donggang Precinct issued 16 tickets for illegal parking. The Environmental Protection Bureau said violations under the Waste Disposal Act can be fined NT$1,200 to NT$100,000. Local residents urged visitors to behave responsibly and help protect the environment.

Facts:
- 16 tickets
- NT$1,200 or more
- Fines of up to NT$100,000

## Hsieh Lung-chieh makes the rounds to endorse Tainan council candidates, vows to fully investigate corruption if elected

- Published: 2026-10-11T20:27:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610110181.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306307-en.html
- anchor: #n3316137
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、國民黨、民眾黨

國民黨台南市長參選人謝龍介連趕4場活動為市議員參選人站台，重申當選後全力查弊、整頓吏治，並提出敬老卡補助及普發現金等政見。

Facts:
- Making the rounds at 4 events
- Tainan has had no change in governing party for 33 years
- He would serve only 4 years if elected
- A monthly subsidy of NT$1,000
- Raise the Double Ninth Festival gift for seniors to NT$3,000
- A universal cash handout of NT$20,000 per person

## Small lung nodule found in Pope Leo XIV; surgery to remove it planned in coming days

- Published: 2026-10-11T20:16:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610110180.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306302-en.html
- anchor: #n3316135
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、路透社

A medical checkup found a small nodule in the lung of Pope Leo XIV, who has decided to undergo surgery to have it removed in the coming days.

Facts:
- Leo XIV is 71 years old
- He was elected pope by the global College of Cardinals in May 2025
- (Translated by: Chen Zhengjian) 1151011

## 日本民調：32.5%視中國為最大威脅 逾8成認川普有負面影響

- Published: 2026-10-11T20:15:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610110179.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306288-en.html
- anchor: #n3316134
- Companies mentioned: 中央通訊社、新聞通信調查會、時事通信社、共同社

日本民調顯示32.5%民眾視中國為世界和平最大威脅，美國居次；逾8成認為川普對國際社會有負面影響。

Facts:
- Reached 32.5%
- The United States ranked second at 26.8%
- A combined total of 82.5%
- Up 9.3 percentage points from last year
- Was 18.3%
- A combined 76.7% of respondents

## Man arrested in fatal assault after drinking-related argument at Taichung Fengyuan eatery

- Published: 2026-10-11T20:06:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610110178.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306280-en.html
- anchor: #n3316128
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台中市警局豐原分局、台灣台中地方法院

A 55-year-old man surnamed Pan got into a fight with a 64-year-old man surnamed Wu at an eatery in Taichung's Fengyuan District after drinking. Wu fell and died. Police arrested Pan, and prosecutors sought his detention, citing strong suspicion of fatal assault and the risk of flight or collusion with witnesses. The court approved the request.

Facts:
- 55-year-old Pan
- The victim, 64-year-old Wu
- A little after 8 p.m. on the 10th

## Last day of National Day holiday: traffic congestion on some western highways, National Freeway 5 traffic clears

- Published: 2026-10-11T20:01:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610110177.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306273-en.html
- anchor: #n3316126
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、交通部高速公路局、高公局

國慶連假收假日，西部國道部分路段車多壅塞，國5號車潮已紓解且時速達60公里以上；高公局指出交通量仍在預期範圍。

Facts:
- 60 kilometers
- 66.3 million vehicle-kilometers

## 高雄水產業者遇襲 檢警再逮1嫌聲押禁見

- Published: 2026-10-11T20:01:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610110176.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306274-en.html
- anchor: #n3316127

高雄市茄萣區水產行郭姓業者5天內2度遇襲，檢警持續追查。橋頭地檢署今日晚間指出，已再於新北市瑞芳區拘提潘姓嫌疑人，依侵入住宅、傷害等罪嫌聲押禁見；此前林姓、陳姓及蘇姓嫌疑人亦已被羈押或限制住居。

Facts:
- Within 5 days
- Attacked on the 7th
- Was arrested in Keelung on the 8th and detained
- 3日開車行經茄萣1處路口時

## U.S. launches Section 337 investigation; 台達電, 廣達 and 鴻海 among those named; companies say they will respond actively through proper channels

- Published: 2026-10-11T19:57:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610110175.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306258-en.html
- anchor: #n3316125
- Companies mentioned: 美國國際貿易委員會、USITC、鴻海、台達電、廣達、Vicor Corporation、Foxconn Industrial Internet Co., Ltd.、FII USA Inc.、Ingrasys Technology Inc.、Ingrasys Technology USA Inc.

The 美國國際貿易委員會 has launched a Section 337 investigation, naming 20 companies, including 鴻海, 台達電 and 廣達. The companies said they value intellectual property rights and will respond actively through proper channels. Their product operations have not been affected.

Facts:
- Section 337
- 20 companies
- US 10903734

## Shen Po-yang calls for cross-examination in policy debate; Chiang Wan-an says details are open for discussion

- Published: 2026-10-11T19:51:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610110172.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306223-en.html
- anchor: #n3316003

On the format of the Taipei mayoral candidates' debate, Shen Po-yang called for cross-examination to keep it from becoming merely a policy presentation. Chiang Wan-an said the details could be discussed and that the key was to take part in coordination to move things forward. The two also traded accusations over alleged disinformation and Shen Po-yang's past remarks.

Facts:
- 49 days remain until Election Day
- The location of the campaign headquarters established on the 26th
- A councilor found an online Chiang Wan-an support group with 140,000 members
- There are 3 examples just off the top of one's head

## Migrant boat capsizes en route from Djibouti to Yemen; at least 109 dead and more than 116 missing

- Published: 2026-10-11T19:49:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610110174.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306222-en.html
- anchor: #n3316001
- Companies mentioned: 中央訊息、聯合國國際移民組織、IOM、路透社、衣索比亞政府

聯合國國際移民組織表示，一艘載有約350人的船隻從吉布地駛往葉門途中翻覆，造成至少109名移民死亡，死者包含15名兒童，另有逾116人失蹤。

Facts:
- About 350 people
- At least 109
- 15
- More than 116 people
- More than 80 people

## Chen Ting-fei opens campaign headquarters; President Lai urges her to aim for highest vote share in county and city elections

- Published: 2026-10-11T19:48:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610110173.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306221-en.html
- anchor: #n3316002
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、民進黨

民進黨台南市長參選人陳亭妃舉行競選總部成立大會，總統賴清德、副總統蕭美琴及行政院長卓榮泰等出席。賴總統勉勵陳亭妃爭取當選並成為縣市長選舉中得票率最高者，同時期望民進黨議員候選人全部當選以在議會過半。

Facts:
- Key News of the 2026 Nine-in-One Elections
- Tainan's first female mayor in 400 years
- Has diligently worked at the grassroots level for the past 28 years
- Win all the way through the 2028 presidential election

## Tsai Ing-wen visits Taiwanese-owned businesses in the Bay Area before returning to Taiwan, cheering on immigrants

- Published: 2026-10-11T19:43:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610110171.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306216-en.html
- anchor: #n3315999
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、金麥食品、小滿飯糰、iTaiwan Foods柑仔店、史丹佛大學、駐舊金山辦事處

Former President Tsai Ing-wen visited several businesses run by Taiwanese immigrants in the San Francisco Bay Area ahead of her return to Taiwan, including 金麥食品, 小滿飯糰 and iTaiwan Foods柑仔店. She mingled with members of the Taiwanese community, signed autographs and posed for photos, cheering on immigrants overseas.

Facts:
- 中央社 reporter Zhang Xinyu, San Francisco, 10
- Wu Yushan immigrated from Taiwan to Silicon Valley through a skilled-worker program in 2012
- (Editor: Zhang Zhixuan) 1151011

## Shen Boyang launches first “Taipei Ocean Current” campaign motorcade, greeted by supporters lining the route

- Published: 2026-10-11T19:40:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610110170.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306215-en.html
- anchor: #n3316000
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、TVBS

Shen Boyang, the Democratic Progressive Party's Taipei mayoral candidate, launched his first “Taipei Ocean Current” campaign motorcade, welcomed by supporters lining the route. On televised debates, Shen advocated holding 4 rounds to focus on policy platforms and said aides would coordinate tomorrow.

Facts:
- Hopes to hold 4 rounds
- If only 1 debate is held
- There could be 7 or 8 topics to cover in a single session
- 1151011

## Democracy Taiwan commemorative badges spark craze; 文總 previews new designs for International Human Rights Day

- Published: 2026-10-11T19:36:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202610110169.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306211-en.html
- anchor: #n3315998
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、文總、文總城南空間NO.1

To echo the theme of the 2026 National Day Presidential Office building light show, 文總 released “Democracy Taiwan Commemorative Badges,” which sold out. The series features events in Taiwan's democratic history and was illustrated by designer Chiu Hsi-min and others, then manufactured by a Taiwanese company. 文總 announced that it will release additional badges in the original and new designs on Dec. 10, International Human Rights Day.

Facts:
- This year marks the 30th anniversary of the direct presidential election
- Co-created 11 “Democracy Taiwan Commemorative Badges”
- Limited to 250 badges per day
- Each person can turn the capsule toy machine 2 times
- Capsule toys available from 6 p.m.
- People were already lining up by 5 p.m.

## As mainland Chinese stocks come under pressure, 中國證監會 holds meeting, sends positive signal

- Published: 2026-10-11T19:36:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610110168.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306208-en.html
- anchor: #n3315997
- Companies mentioned: 中國證監會、上海證券報、21世紀經濟網、中新經緯、前海開源基金

中國證監會 Chairman Wu Qing held a meeting to hear experts' views on capital markets, sending a positive signal. Participants suggested strengthening market-stabilization mechanisms, promoting dividends and share buybacks by listed companies, and optimizing the issuance system.

Facts:
- Slumped more than 3%
- Fell below the 3000-point threshold
- Dropped more than 4%
- Fell below 1400 points
- Fell by more than 1/3
- Dropped to 3800 points

## Billboard backing Ko Chih-en lists DPP lawmakers; hometown association says it was made by local residents on their own initiative

- Published: 2026-10-11T19:15:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610110167.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306187-en.html
- anchor: #n3315848
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、民進黨、國民黨

高雄出現力挺國民黨高雄市長參選人柯志恩的看板，卻列出綠營民代名字引發爭議。高雄市屏東縣同鄉會聲明稱看板為熱心鄉親自發製作，與柯志恩團隊無關；柯志恩競選辦公室亦譴責賴瑞隆未釐清事實即提出指控。

Facts:
- 48 days until the election
- Plans to put up 12 billboards across Kaohsiung
- More than 30 support groups
- 3500 people gather to show their support

## Trump calls for Ukraine to change president; Zelenskyy says willing to halt attacks on Russian refineries if reciprocal

- Published: 2026-10-11T19:15:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610110166.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306188-en.html
- anchor: #n3315849
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、路透社

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine would reciprocally halt attacks on Russian oil refineries if Russia stopped striking Ukrainian energy facilities. Trump has called on Ukraine to change its president and said Zelenskyy should stop the attacks.

Facts:
- The local death toll has risen to 23
- Including 4 children

## U.S. Treasury yields fluctuate at elevated levels; banking sector adds NT$689 billion in bonds in first 8 months

- Published: 2026-10-11T19:04:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610110165.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306181-en.html
- anchor: #n3315845
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、金管會

Data released by 金管會 showed that the banking sector added NT$689 billion in bonds and NT$108.4 billion in Taiwan stocks in the first 8 months. The insurance and securities industries also saw corresponding changes in their investments, while overseas investments accounted for 57.8% of life insurers' portfolios.

Facts:
- Added a cumulative NT$689 billion in bonds in the first 8 months of this year
- The banking sector made a major addition of NT$236.3 billion in bonds in July
- In August, it switched to cutting holdings by NT$36.9 billion
- The banking sector added a cumulative NT$108.4 billion in Taiwan stocks in the first 8 months
- The three financial sectors held a total of NT$5.7072 trillion in domestic and overseas stocks
- Bond holdings stood at NT$32.1311 trillion
- First plunged 6.52% in July
- Then rebounded strongly by 6.98% in August
- The banking sector's unrealized gains in stocks reached NT$868.6 billion
- Up 101% year over year
- The insurance industry held NT$21.2646 trillion in bonds at the end of August this year
- Life insurers held NT$21.1407 trillion in bonds
- Property insurers held NT$123.9 billion in bonds
- Life insurers' overseas investments ... reached NT$22.3225 trillion
- Share of funds edged down to 57.8%
- Life insurers held NT$3.0692 trillion in Taiwan stocks at the end of August
- Accounted for 7.9% of funds
- Life insurers' domestic and overseas cash holdings totaled NT$1.0098 trillion
- Down NT$14 billion month over month
- Securities firms added NT$3.672 billion in domestic bonds in August
- Added NT$11.397 billion in overseas bonds
- Made a substantial monthly addition of NT$28.222 billion in Taiwan stocks
- Also added NT$1.869 billion in overseas stocks

## Trump floats another renaming idea, proposing that the Atlantic or Pacific be called the “American Ocean”

- Published: 2026-10-11T19:03:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610110164.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306173-en.html
- anchor: #n3315843
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、華盛郵報、美聯社

At a campaign rally, U.S. President Donald Trump proposed renaming the Atlantic or Pacific the “American Ocean” or “Trump Ocean,” extending his earlier efforts to change the names of the Gulf of Mexico and Lake Ontario.

Facts:
- （中央社華盛頓10日綜合外電報導）
- 1151011

## Man dies after being beaten in alcohol-fueled clash at Taichung Fengyuan eatery; prosecutors seek detention of suspect

- Published: 2026-10-11T19:00:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610110163.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306174-en.html
- anchor: #n3315844
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台灣台中地方檢察署、台中市警察局豐原分局、犯罪被害人保護協會台中分會、台灣台中地方法院

A drinking-related clash broke out at an eatery in Fengyuan, Taichung. A 55-year-old man surnamed Pan is suspected of beating a man surnamed Wu to death. After questioning him, prosecutors asked the court to detain him on suspicion of assault causing death.

Facts:
- 55-year-old Pan
- Pronounced dead shortly after 10 p.m. that night

## Fire at Miaoli's Yuanli landfill burns about 4000 square meters

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:51:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610110162.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306143-en.html
- anchor: #n3315721
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、Facebook

A fire broke out this afternoon at the cleaning team's landfill in Yuanli Township, Miaoli County, burning an area of about 4000 square meters. The fire department deployed 13 vehicles and 29 personnel, along with equipment including drones and a firefighting robot. No injuries have been reported.

Facts:
- Fire burned an area of about 4000 square meters
- A total of 13 vehicles were deployed
- 29 personnel
- 2 drones deployed
- 1 firefighting robot
- Worked with 3 excavators to dig up the site

## 公明黨 secretary-general says “Japan recognizes Taiwan's return to China”; commentator accuses him of fabricating history

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:48:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610110161.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306144-en.html
- anchor: #n3315722
- Companies mentioned: 公明黨、中央社、選舉.com、X平台

During questioning in the House of Councillors, Japan's 公明黨 secretary-general Nishida Makoto argued that, under the “Japan-China Joint Communique,” Japan had recognized Taiwan's return to China and did not support Taiwan independence. The remarks drew strong criticism from Japanese commentator Kadota Takashi and conservatives, who said he was fabricating history and speaking for China's interests.

Facts:
- Oct. 9
- 1972
- Paragraph 2
- Item 3
- Item 8
- Sept. 22

## Riyadh airport attack disrupts operations; schools in Saudi capital switch to remote learning for 1 week

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:41:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610110160.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306136-en.html
- anchor: #n3315719
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、法新社、Flightradar24、X

An attack on Riyadh International Airport in the Saudi Arabian capital killed 12 and injured 309, forcing the airport to suspend operations. Saudi Arabia's Education Ministry ordered all schools in Riyadh to switch to remote learning for the next 1 week.

Facts:
- 12 dead
- 309 injured
- Next 1 week
- For more than ten years
- Extend the closure by 24 hours

## Fire breaks out at sheet-metal factory in Zhubei; firefighters rush to the scene

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:41:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610110159.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306135-en.html
- anchor: #n3315720
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、某科技公司

A fire broke out this afternoon at a sheet-metal factory belonging to a technology company on Bo'ai Street in Zhubei City, Hsinchu County. The fire department dispatched 15 vehicles and 34 personnel to fight the blaze. No injuries or people trapped have been reported, and the cause is under investigation.

Facts:
- 15 vehicles
- 34 people

## 未來一週西晴東雨 東北季風14日增強略降溫

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:38:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610110145.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306124-en.html
- anchor: #n3315717
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中央氣象署、交通部中央氣象署

The Central Weather Administration said the western half of Taiwan will be mostly cloudy to sunny over the coming week, while the eastern half may see occasional rain. The northeasterly monsoon will strengthen on the 14th and 15th, bringing a slight temperature drop of about 2 degrees across Taiwan, with lows possibly falling below 20 degrees.

Facts:
- The 14th and 15th
- 23 to 26 degrees Celsius
- 29 to 33 degrees
- 33 to 35 degrees
- Around 2 degrees
- Below 20 degrees

## Chuang Ching-cheng campaigns for council candidates, urges unity; Kao Hung-an visits market in East District to hear about needs

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:36:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610110158.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306122-en.html
- anchor: #n3315714
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、民進黨

民進黨新竹市長參選人莊競程出席黨籍市議員參選人施乃如、曾翰揚競選總部成立大會並籲團結；尋求連任的新竹市長高虹安前往東區新源市場拜票，了解市場設備與停車等需求。

Facts:
- 12 years of local service
- Choose the right person, and a city can be transformed in 4 years

## 5 major U.S. TV networks jointly boycott White House coverage; Justice Department launches antitrust probe

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:36:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610110157.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306121-en.html
- anchor: #n3315715
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、CNN、MS NOW、Politico、ABC、CBS、NBC、Fox News、美國司法部

美國司法部調查CNN、ABC、CBS、NBC及Fox等5大電視網共同抵制白宮採訪是否違反反壟斷法。

Facts:
- 3 media outlets, including CNN, barred

## Trump's trade war puts U.S. manufacturers under pressure; Democrats hope to turn the issue into a midterm election comeback

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:35:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610110156.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306120-en.html
- anchor: #n3315716
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、法新社、Shapes Unlimited

Tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump and rising freight costs caused by the war with Iran have added millions of dollars in annual costs for Ohio aluminum products manufacturer Shapes Unlimited. Democrats hope to use the issue to make a comeback in the midterm elections.

Facts:
- Additional costs amount to as much as $4.5 million to $5 million
- A surcharge of more than $6,500 is charged per container
- It was later raised to 50%
- It first rose to 25% last year
- Raised from 10% during his first term

## China and Pakistan hold first joint army exercise in Xinjiang; expert says future cross-border counterterrorism cannot be ruled out

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:26:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610110143.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306108-en.html
- anchor: #n3315711
- Companies mentioned: 中央訊息、中央社、香港明報、中資企業

China's Ministry of National Defense announced that the Chinese and Pakistani armies will hold their first joint military exercise, “Karakoram-2026,” in Korla, Xinjiang, in the middle to latter part of this month, focusing on counterterrorism in high-altitude areas. An expert said the exercise is larger in scale and more targeted, and future cross-border counterterrorism cooperation cannot be ruled out.

Facts:
- First joint army exercise
- 5 Chinese engineers
- 2 Chinese nationals

## Yimin festival features ceremonial food procession; Hou Yu-ih: Preserve Hakka culture

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:25:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610110142.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306110-en.html
- anchor: #n3315712
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、客家委員會、新北市客家事務局

New Taipei Mayor Hou Yu-ih took part in the Hakka Yimin Cultural Festival, joining the ceremonial food procession and serving as chief officiant. He stressed the importance of preserving Hakka culture and the spirit of the Yimin.

Facts:
- 3,000 to 4,000 Hakka organizations and community members
- Proceed along a route of about 1.1 kilometers
- New Taipei City has about 672,000 Hakka residents
- In the 8 years since taking office
- 11 “Hakka Halls” have been completed

## Fu Tien-yu makes her first horror film, “Wet”; Genblue's Cai Chen and Tsai Shu-chen star

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:20:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202610110141.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306103-en.html
- anchor: #n3315709
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、大浩娛樂

Director Fu Tien-yu has announced the cast of her first horror mystery film, “Wet.” Andr, Genblue's Cai Chen and Tsai Shu-chen will star. The film is scheduled for release in the 2nd quarter of next year.

Facts:
- The 2nd quarter of next year

## 金融時報：輝達討論加強投資或收購Reflection AI

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:12:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610110140.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306070-en.html
- anchor: #n3315699
- Companies mentioned: 金融時報、輝達、Nvidia、Reflection AI、路透社、Financial Times、Google、谷歌、DeepMind、DeepSeek、Kimi、中央社

英國金融時報報導，輝達正與Reflection AI討論加強投資或收購事宜，雙方已進行初步磋商，交易形式可能包含人才收購。

Facts:
- $800 million
- About NT$25.6 billion
- 2024

## Cheng Chao-fang opens campaign office in Xinpu; Hsu Hsin-ying returns to hometown of Xinfeng to canvass

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:05:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610110139.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306071-en.html
- anchor: #n3315700

Democratic Progressive Party Hsinchu County magistrate candidate Cheng Chao-fang opened a campaign office in Xinpu and proposed restarting an assessment of the Pudong Tunnel project. Kuomintang candidate Hsu Hsin-ying returned to her hometown of Xinfeng Township to canvass.

Facts:
- 2026 Nine-in-One Elections
- 新竹縣11日電
- 1151011

## Cheng Chao-fang opens campaign office in Xinpu; Hsu Hsin-ying returns to hometown of Xinfeng to canvass

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:05:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610110139.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306117-en.html
- anchor: #n3315713
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、民進黨、國民黨

民進黨新竹縣長參選人鄭朝方成立新埔競選服務處，提出重啟評估埔東隧道計畫；國民黨新竹縣長參選人徐欣瑩返回故鄉新豐鄉掃街拜票。

Facts:
- 2026 Nine-in-One Elections
- 新竹縣11日電

## Su Chiao-hui says Tamsui could host AI park; Lee Szu-chuan: Welcome to join in

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:01:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610110138.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306057-en.html
- anchor: #n3315698

Su Chiao-hui proposed establishing an AI industrial park in the Tamsui-Tamsui New Town Science City. Kuomintang New Taipei mayoral candidate Lee Szu-chuan welcomed the proposal and reiterated his platform of “a dome city in the south and a science city in the north.” He plans to link the AI high-tech industrial corridor by building the Luh-She Bridge and promoting transportation infrastructure.

Facts:
- 1151011

## 【Ukyo Ward, Kyoto】“Kyoto Saiin Life Dental Clinic, Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry” to open on Oct. 15, 2026, a 4-minute walk from Saiin Station; open house with portrait-drawing event to be held from Oct. 8

- Published: 2026-10-11T20:43:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000098627.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306313-en.html
- anchor: #n3316138
- Companies mentioned: 医療法人社団宝塚ライフ歯科・矯正歯科、宝塚ライフ歯科グループ、京都下鴨ライフ歯科・矯正歯科・小児歯科、大阪大学歯学部、アライン社

The medical corporation 宝塚ライフ歯科グループ will open “Kyoto Saiin Life Dental Clinic, Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry” on Oct. 15, 2026, a 4-minute walk from Saiin Station in Ukyo Ward, Kyoto. An open house will be held from Oct. 8 ahead of the opening. The group boasts a track record of more than 3,000 implants and more than 5,000 orthodontic cases.

Facts:
- Oct. 15, 2026
- More than 100 people every day
- More than 3,000 implants placed
- More than 5,000 orthodontic cases
- Oct. 8, 2026

## First exclusive survey reveals the reality of “AI job hunting”: 70.9% of Generation Z use generative AI in their job search

- Published: 2026-10-11T20:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000140950.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306289-en.html
- anchor: #n3316133
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JITSUGYO、株式会社マーケティングアプリケーションズ

株式会社JITSUGYO surveyed 481 Generation Z job seekers aged 18–26 and found that 70.9% use generative AI in their job search. The most common use was creating and proofreading resumes and application forms. Official company websites were the most frequently used source for gathering company information.

Facts:
- 70.9％
- 481 people
- 26.4％
- 23.9％
- 21.4％
- 19.1％
- 15.4％
- 13.1％
- 10.2％
- 42.2％
- 28.7％

## 【Event Report】“Tennis Prince 25th Anniversary Event -Fever- Vol.1,” held Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026

- Published: 2026-10-11T20:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000215.000127482.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306287-en.html
- anchor: #n3316132
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ADKエモーションズ、KONAMI、Konami Digital Entertainment、集英社、NAS、新テニスの王子様プロジェクト、unext.jp

The 25th anniversary event for the anime series “The Prince of Tennis,” “テニプリ 25th Anniversary Event -Fever- Vol.1,” was held at esports TOKYO BAY studio on Oct. 11, 2026. It featured a reading performance, talks, game introductions and a live stage with a star-studded voice cast.

Facts:
- 25th anniversary
- 10 people in total
- ¥7,500 (tax included)
- 3,500 yen (tax included)

## 【Komono, Mie Prefecture】All-you-can-eat curry and pork soup for Halloween!? An autumn event with bonfires and BBQ, through Oct. 31｜TREE HOTEL NIKKA 菰野

- Published: 2026-10-11T20:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000358.000074598.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306284-en.html
- anchor: #n3316131
- Companies mentioned: ニッカホーム株式会社、TREE HOTEL NIKKA 菰野

A Halloween event is underway through Oct. 31 at TREE HOTEL NIKKA 菰野 in Komono, Mie Prefecture. Visitors can enjoy all-you-can-eat curry and pork soup, bonfires, BBQ and overnight stays.

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026
- Saturday, Oct. 31
- Adults: ¥2,500
- Elementary school students: 2,000 yen
- Ages 3 to preschool age: ¥1,500
- Ages 0–2: ¥500

## Yuya Hirose’s milestone first solo live! His Tokyo show on “Yuya Hirose Live Tour 2026 ‘Focus’” to air on CSホームドラマチャンネル for the first time on TV in January 2027, with exclusive interview footage!

- Published: 2026-10-11T20:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000984.000006470.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306286-en.html
- anchor: #n3316130
- Companies mentioned: 松竹ブロードキャスティング株式会社、CSホームドラマチャンネル、ホームドラマチャンネル、スカパー！、J:COM、ひかりTV、auひかりテレビサービス

The Tokyo show of Yuya Hirose’s first solo live tour, “Focus,” will air for the first time on TV on CSホームドラマチャンネル in January 2027, with exclusive interview footage also available.

Facts:
- January 2027
- Oct. 11
- ０５７０-００１-４４４
- ０３-６７４１-７５３５

## #KTCHAN New Single「やっぱりあなたはここにいた」リリース！戦極MCBATTLEで生披露！

- Published: 2026-10-11T20:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005140.000019470.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306285-en.html
- anchor: #n3316129
- Companies mentioned: 日本コロムビア株式会社、戦極MCBATTLE、Yahoo!検索大賞

The single “やっぱりあなたはここにいた” by next-generation rapper #KTCHAN became available for streaming on Oct. 11 and was performed live at 戦極MCBATTLE.

Facts:
- Streaming began on Sunday, Oct. 11
- The much-talked-about 戦極MCBATTLE event in June, marking a return after 2 years
- A runner-up finish, the best result ever by a woman
- A smash hit, surpassing 10 million views including related music videos

## Sunday, Oct. 11: Game result against the Tohoku Free Blades. The team fought back until the end but fell short, losing 2-4

- Published: 2026-10-11T19:52:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000344.000038561.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306256-en.html
- anchor: #n3316124
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社栃木日光アイスバックス、H.C.栃木日光アイスバックス、日光アイスバックス、A.K.art-works

H.C.栃木日光アイスバックス faced the Tohoku Free Blades in the 2026-2027 Asia League Ice Hockey regular season at Nikko Kirifuri Ice Arena on Oct. 11, and lost 2-4.

Facts:
- Lost 2-4
- 2026-2027 regular season

## 【Shiso, Hyogo】30% off for bookings made as late as 3 days before your stay! Glamping and cottages with natural hot springs, bonfires and drinks included launch an “Autumn Last-Minute Deal”!

- Published: 2026-10-11T19:28:33+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001165.000045400.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306198-en.html
- anchor: #n3315927
- Companies mentioned: ウッドデザインパーク株式会社、ウッドデザインパーク与位

兵庫県宍粟市のグランピング・コテージ施設「ウッドデザインパーク与位」は、2026年10月12日より期間限定の「秋の直前割」キャンペーンを開催する。宿泊日の7〜4日前予約で15％OFF、3日前〜当日予約で最大30％OFFとなり、天然温泉、焚火、ドリンクなどが含まれるオールインクルーシブステイが対象となる。

Facts:
- 30% OFF
- 15% OFF
- About 90 minutes by car

## 【Limited-time launch price! Rakuten Ichiba】Headwolf F9 8.8-inch 2.5K 90Hz 4G SIM-free tablet, Android 16, 24+128GB, special price ¥21,999; free case with review

- Published: 2026-10-11T19:22:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000141.000126467.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306199-en.html
- anchor: #n3315928
- Companies mentioned: Shenzhen city Doowis Industrial Co., Ltd、Headwolf、UNISOC、Google Play、GMS、Widevine

The Headwolf F9 tablet sold on Rakuten Ichiba by Shenzhen city Doowis Industrial Co., Ltd features an 8.8-inch 2.5K 90Hz display, Android 16, a UNISOC T7300 CPU, 4GB RAM and 128GB storage. It is available at a special price of ¥21,999.

Facts:
- 8.8 inches
- 2.5K
- 90Hz
- 1600×2560
- 344PPI
- 400cd/m²
- 85% color gamut
- Contrast ratio 1200:1
- Android 16
- UNISOC T7300
- 2.2GHz
- 2.0GHz
- 4GB memory
- 128GB storage
- Up to 2TB
- 7200mAh
- Approx. 6 to 8 hours
- Approx. 12 hours
- Approx. 650 hours
- Weighs about 325g
- 7.9mm thin
- 208.64×129.56×7.9mm
- リア1300万画素
- フロント500万画素

## Announcement: Dejon Jarreau signs for the 2026-27 season (new signing)

- Published: 2026-10-11T19:15:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000583.000035222.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306200-en.html
- anchor: #n3315929
- Companies mentioned: トヨタアルバルク東京株式会社、アルバルク東京、Indiana Pacers、Fort Wayne Mad Ants、Texas Legends、Capital City Go-Go、Memphis Hustle、Memphis Grizzlies、ヒューストン大学

アルバルク東京は、デジョン・ジャロウ選手との2026-27シーズン契約（新規）が決定したと発表した。登録完了は最短で10月13日見込み。

Facts:
- 2026-27 season
- Jersey number: 77
- Date of birth: Jan. 23, 1998
- Height/weight: 196cm
- Oct. 13 (Tue.)

## 【がブリチキン。×SKE48】Collaboration fried chicken and drinks created by members hit the menu! Teams compete on sales, with the winner receiving an “annual free fried chicken pass”

- Published: 2026-10-11T19:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000160.000051168.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306185-en.html
- anchor: #n3315847
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ブルームダイニングサービス、がブリチキン。、SKE48、テレビ愛知

Fried chicken bar がブリチキン。, operated by 株式会社ブルームダイニングサービス, will launch a collaboration with idol group SKE48 on Nov. 1, 2026, selling menus created by members of each team at 20 locations.

Facts:
- 20 stores
- Nov. 1, 2026
- More than 3.6 million pieces annually
- 15 consecutive years
- 2,000 yen worth of meal vouchers

## “SKE48” teams up with Nagoya fried chicken specialty shop “がブリチキン。”! A team-versus-team がブリチキン。 showdown begins Sunday, Nov. 1!

- Published: 2026-10-11T19:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001021.000014948.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306184-en.html
- anchor: #n3315846
- Companies mentioned: テレビ愛知株式会社、SKE48、がブリチキン。、株式会社ブルームダイニングサービス

テレビ愛知 will hold a team-versus-team sales battle for original products starting Nov. 1, as part of a collaboration between idol group SKE48 and fried chicken specialty shop がブリチキン。.

Facts:
- １個 ７７０円（税込）
- Alcoholic: ¥880 (tax included)
- Non-alcoholic: ¥825 (tax included)
- ¥2,000 worth of meal vouchers
- 20 がブリチキン。 locations

## 10/19(月)～10/21(水)、ドクターリセラが「ビューティーワールド 大阪」へ出展！ブースにて様々なプログラムも開催！

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000346.000037333.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306134-en.html
- anchor: #n3315718
- Companies mentioned: ドクターリセラ株式会社、ドクターリセラ、美容経済新聞社

ドクターリセラ will exhibit at “Beautyworld Osaka,” held at INTEX Osaka from Oct. 19 to 21, 2026. The exhibit will feature products including ADS and the new CELURISM, along with salon-care trial sessions, business consultations and a prize drawing.

Facts:
- 3,546 stores nationwide
- 94,073 cases
- Up to ¥10,000
- 11,000 yen (tax included)
- ¥3,960 (tax included)
- ¥15,660 (tax included)
- Contents: 90 tablets

## 【Patents granted in Japan and Taiwan】サイカルトラスト secures rights to technology for proving the authenticity of devices using “SBOM (Software Bill of Materials)” and blockchain, aiming to resolve global supply chain security challenges

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:28:26+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000196.000044818.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306107-en.html
- anchor: #n3315710
- Companies mentioned: サイカルトラスト株式会社、警察庁、経済産業省

サイカルトラスト has obtained patents in Japan and Taiwan for technology that uses SBOM and blockchain to prove the authenticity of devices.

Facts:
- Patent No. 7833630
- Application No.: 113117447
- As of Oct. 6, 2026
- Reached 123 cases
- As many as 495 companies and local governments

## Tohoku's first and Akita Prefecture's only CLT hybrid construction method model home opens in Yabase, Akita City. Grand opening on Oct. 24 (Sat.) and 25 (Sun.)

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:12:32+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000188907.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306077-en.html
- anchor: #n3315701
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プライムハウス、ライフデザイン・カバヤ株式会社

株式会社プライムハウス will build Tohoku's first and Akita Prefecture's only model home using the CLT hybrid construction method in Yabase, Akita City, with its grand opening scheduled for Oct. 24 and 25, 2026. The construction method is an original technology developed by ライフデザイン・カバヤ株式会社, and プライムハウス will sell it exclusively as its general distributor in Akita Prefecture.

Facts:
- Saturday, Oct. 24 and Sunday, 25, 2026
- No. 1 in number of construction starts
- Limited to the first 10 homes
- Service includes 5 kW solar panels
- Mortgage assistance: 50,000 yen per month × 12 months
- Up to 600,000 yen
- Ground improvement service (up to 1 million yen)
- Seismic resistance grade 3
- 70 vibration tests
- 36 tests at seismic intensity 7
- 24 tests at seismic intensity 6 lower to 6 upper
- 5 tests at seismic intensity 6
- A large opening 5.46 m wide
- Insulation grade 6
- C-value 0.65

## Warm Even Though It's Ice!? Science Experiment Event for Elementary School Students in Fuchu on Nov. 8 (Sun.)! Unravel the mystery of an eco-friendly hand warmer that solidifies water in an instant, and take home a handmade warmer [Limited to the first 12 groups]

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000042.000175789.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306078-en.html
- anchor: #n3315702
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Pendemy、NPO法人Pendemyデジタル教育ラボ

株式会社Pendemy and NPO法人Pendemyデジタル教育ラボ will hold a STEAM workshop in Fuchu on Nov. 8, 2026, for elementary school students to learn how eco-friendly hand warmers work.

Facts:
- Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026
- 1,000円（材料費込み・お子様1名につき）

## [Hosted by CodeCast on Oct. 30 (Fri.)] FDE Talk Series Episode 1 - An FDE who lived at a tax accountant's office for 1 month shares the unvarnished story

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000192319.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306084-en.html
- anchor: #n3315708
- Companies mentioned: CodeCast、株式会社EVERLANE、connpass、X、Zeimee、メルカリ、YOUTUBE

CodeCast (株式会社EVERLANE) will hold an in-person event, FDE Talk Series Episode 1, on Oct. 30, 2026, focusing on Forward Deployed Engineers (FDEs). Speaker Sajimoto, who has experience developing accounting AI while living at a tax accountant's office for 1 month, will share a firsthand account.

Facts:
- Oct. 30, 2026
- Capacity: 50 people
- Reached 500,000 impressions on X
- Lived there for 1 month
- More than 2,000 corporate clients

## First collaboration video with an alcohol brand in the 57-year history of the TV anime Sazae-san! Namihei and Masuo enjoy an evening drink with Kinmugi in the original web commercial “The Usual Evening Drink, the Usual Happiness”

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000192348.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306089-en.html
- anchor: #n3315707
- Companies mentioned: サントリー（株）、サントリー株式会社、フジテレビ

サントリー株式会社 is launching the first collaboration with an alcohol brand in the 57-year history of the TV anime Sazae-san, and will release the original web commercial “The Usual Evening Drink, the Usual Happiness” to mark the launch of its new Kinmugi product.

Facts:
- 57-year broadcast history
- Tuesday, Oct. 6
- Tuesday, October 13
- 75% less sugar
- Marked its 55th broadcast anniversary in 2024
- Since it began airing in 1969
- Since its launch in 2007

## Why did batteries become “power generation businesses” under the 2022 legal amendment? Webinar to examine their status under the Electricity Business Act

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000063.000181124.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306088-en.html
- anchor: #n3315706
- Companies mentioned: ジャパンブランディング株式会社、GUS Technology、格斯科技、ウエストホールディングス株式会社

ジャパンブランディング株式会社 will hold a webinar in late October 2026 explaining the status of grid-scale batteries under the Electricity Business Act.

Facts:
- Grid-scale batteries of 10,000 kW or more
- Batteries have won bids totaling 1.092 million kW
- Total output of 1,000 kW or more at the connection point
- More than 50% of simultaneous maximum receiving power
- More than 100,000 kW: more than 10%
- Annual reverse power flow volume ratio above 50%
- Total output must exceed 10,000 kW
- At least 100,000 kW: 9 months in advance
- Below that: 10 days in advance
- 70MW mega solar plant
- 400MWh energy storage facility
- Founded: June 2016
- Capital: 110 million yen

## Momoiro Clover Z's “Momoclo Autumn Momogami Festival 2026” DAY1 to be broadcast live exclusively on ニコニコ生放送 from 15:00 on Oct. 17 (Sat.)!

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001426.000056982.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306083-en.html
- anchor: #n3315705
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ドワンゴ、ニコニコ生放送

株式会社ドワンゴ announced that it will exclusively livestream DAY1 of Momoiro Clover Z's concert event “Momoclo Autumn Momogami Festival 2026,” taking place on Oct. 17, 2026, on its live-streaming service ニコニコ生放送.

Facts:
- Oct. 17, 2026
- 15:00～

## 30 gems selected from an extensive archive come vividly back to life with high-quality visuals and music! “World Heritage: 30th Anniversary Best Selection” Blu-ray set for release on Feb. 24, 2027 (Wed.)!

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002903.000031422.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306080-en.html
- anchor: #n3315704
- Companies mentioned: TBS、Amazon.co.jp、TBSショップ、キヤノン、キヤノンマーケティングジャパン、ハピネット・メディアマーケティング、TBSグロウディア、株式会社ハピネット

To mark the 30th anniversary of the TBS program World Heritage, the Blu-ray “World Heritage: 30th Anniversary Best Selection,” featuring 30 carefully selected World Heritage sites, will be released on Feb. 24, 2027. It is priced at 8,800 yen (tax included).

Facts:
- 30 exceptional World Heritage sites
- Feb. 24, 2027 (Wed.)
- Blu-ray: 8,800 yen (tax included)
- More than 130 countries
- More than 700 World Heritage sites
- Since it began airing in 1996
- In 2026, it finally marks its 30th anniversary on air

## 『NISSANあ、安部礼司-BEYOND THE AVERAGE-』番組イベント今年は結婚式あり、ゲストあり、生放送あり！重量級の幸せな1日「安部礼司大感謝祭2026 ～重すぎて幸せすぎる忘年会！～」

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003964.000004829.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306079-en.html
- anchor: #n3315703
- Companies mentioned: TOKYO FM、JFN、日産自動車株式会社、radiko EC mall、大日本ジェネラル(株)、Spotify

The program event “Abe Reiji Grand Thanksgiving 2026” for 『NISSAN あ、安部礼司～BEYOND THE AVERAGE～』 will be held on Dec. 6, 2026, at the Nissan Global Headquarters Gallery, featuring a live broadcast before an audience, a wedding and guest appearances.

Facts:
- Broadcast nationwide across all 38 JFN stations
- Dec. 6 (Sun)
- Airs Sundays from 17:00 to 17:55
- Available in 10 varieties

## Han Kuo-yu goes off script on National Day, blasts “fake democracy, real dictatorship”; Huang Kuo-chang applauds: “He voiced what many Taiwanese feel”

- Published: 2026-10-11T20:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171451
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306242-en.html
- anchor: #n3316064

Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu went off script in his National Day address, criticizing the Lai Ching-te government for fueling conflict between the executive and legislative branches and warning that Taiwan's democracy could become a fake democracy and a real dictatorship. Taiwan People's Party Chair Huang Kuo-chang subsequently voiced support, saying the remarks reflected public sentiment and citing British and American scholars who questioned whether the current government was violating the Constitution.

Facts:
- In his National Day address on the 10th, Han Kuo-yu went off script to criticize the conflict between President Lai and the Executive Yuan.
- Han Kuo-yu warned that Taiwan's democracy could be seen as fake democracy and real dictatorship.
- Huang Kuo-chang spoke to reporters at the campaign headquarters launch for Zhubei mayoral candidate Chiu Chen-yuan and praised Han Kuo-yu.
- Huang Kuo-chang said British and American scholars had warned that Lai Ching-te had crossed a constitutional red line.
- Huang Kuo-chang questioned why Lai Ching-te and Cho Jung-tai had not promulgated laws passed by the Legislative Yuan in third reading.

## Tomorrow's weather／Cold air strengthens, bringing a damp and chilly change! Temperatures fall across Taiwan, “dropping into the 1 range”; 2 days of heavy rain—weekly forecast at a glance

- Published: 2026-10-11T19:47:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11171456
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306243-en.html
- anchor: #n3316065

The Central Weather Administration of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications issued a forecast for the coming week, saying the western half of Taiwan will be mostly cloudy to sunny, while the eastern half may see occasional brief showers. The northeasterly monsoon will strengthen on Wednesday and Thursday, bringing cooler temperatures and rain. Local lows may fall below 20 degrees, and people are advised to watch for temperature fluctuations and carry a light jacket.

Facts:
- The overall pattern for the coming week will be mostly cloudy to sunny in the western half of Taiwan, with occasional brief showers in the east.
- The strengthening northeasterly monsoon on Wednesday and Thursday (the 14th and 15th) will bring a temperature drop of around 2 degrees across Taiwan, with local lows possibly falling below 20 degrees.
- Over the coming week, early morning and nighttime lows across Taiwan are generally expected to range from 23 to 26 degrees Celsius, with daytime highs around 29 to 33 degrees.
- The northeasterly monsoon is expected to weaken on Oct. 16 (Friday), bringing mostly cloudy to sunny conditions across Taiwan.
- Long waves are likely along the coasts of Taitung and the Hengchun Peninsula on Monday and Tuesday (the 12th and 13th).

## Can't rely on China anymore! Former senior Japanese Self-Defense Forces official reveals Taiwan and Japan should join forces to build drones and target Ukraine and global markets

- Published: 2026-10-11T19:46:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171409
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306244-en.html
- anchor: #n3316066
- Companies mentioned: 三菱電機、印太戰略智庫、日本經濟產業省、日本國家基本問題研究院

Former Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Chief of Staff Kiyofumi Iwata advocated building a Taiwan-Japan drone supply chain at a forum on Oct. 11, 2026, to counter the threat from China and expand into global markets.

Facts:
- 前日本自衛隊陸上幕僚長岩田清文於2026年10月11日出席印太戰略智庫舉辦的台日科技未來論壇並發表專題演講。
- 日本經濟產業省制定目標，計劃在2030年前在日本國內建立年產8萬架無人機的生產基地。
- In 2025, Taiwan's drone industry output value rose 2.5 times year over year to NT$12.9 billion, while exports of complete drones surged 21 times.
- 目前日本使用的無人機高達九成來自中國企業。
- Drones made by Taiwanese companies have received U.S. certification, and Taiwan ranks third worldwide in market share for drone batteries supplied to Ukraine.

## Chiu Chen-yuan launches campaign headquarters! Ko Wen-je and Huang Kuo-chang show support; “Kao Hung-an also appears,” dispelling rumors of discord

- Published: 2026-10-11T19:13:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171452
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306245-en.html
- anchor: #n3316067

Taiwan People's Party Zhubei mayoral candidate Chiu Chen-yuan held a campaign headquarters launch on the 11th, with support from Ko Wen-je, Huang Kuo-chang and Kao Hung-an, quashing rumors of discord and showcasing his administration's achievements.

Facts:
- Chiu Chen-yuan held a campaign headquarters launch on the 11th.
- Ko Wen-je, Huang Kuo-chang and Ann Kao all attended to support Chiu Chen-yuan.
- 高虹安與邱臣遠共同讓新竹市達成30年首度「0負債」。
- Chiu Chen-yuan has served as the caucus convener in the Legislative Yuan, Hsinchu City deputy mayor and acting mayor.
- Huang Kuo-chang urged local residents to turn things around in Zhubei in the final 49 days.

## Wu Hsu-chih targets Zhubei grassroots support on National Day, joins Hsu Hsin-ying to rally labor backing and promote maternal and child-care policies in bid for dual county-city victories

- Published: 2026-10-11T19:10:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171455
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306240-en.html
- anchor: #n3316068

Zhubei mayoral candidate Wu Hsu-chih held a flag-raising ceremony, an event to establish a labor supporters’ association and a market canvassing event on National Day. He also put forward child-care policies and a market improvement plan as he sought victories in both the county and city races.

Facts:
- Zhubei mayoral candidate Wu Hsu-chih attended a flag-raising ceremony, an event to establish a labor supporters’ association and a market canvassing event on Oct. 10.
- Wu Hsu-chih and Hsu Hsin-ying attended the establishment of the Zhubei Workers from All Trades and Industries Supporters’ Association, drawing support from more than 300 workers.
- Hsinchu County Magistrate Yang Wen-ke announced that the eligibility dates for the “Pregnancy Support Program” would be extended, with the first prenatal checkup now eligible if it took place on or after Jan. 1 this year.
- Wu Hsu-chih said he would launch the “Zhubei Child-Care Support Program” in the future, aligning it with the childbirth support policies planned by Hsu Hsin-ying.
- Wu Hsu-chih said he would improve the environment at the Tianhou Temple Market in areas including parking, pedestrian routes, cleanliness and drainage.

## Will a rejected credit card application hurt your credit score? 3 major pitfalls many people don’t know about

- Published: 2026-10-11T19:02:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11171378
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306241-en.html
- anchor: #n3316069
- Companies mentioned: 財團法人金融聯合徵信中心、Threads

女星黃小柔分享信用卡申辦慘痛經驗，因一時心軟提供個資申辦，短時間內遭聯徵拒絕2次，恐影響未來半年融資權益，藉此提醒民眾勿亂辦卡。

Facts:
- Actress Huang Hsiao-jou said she gave in to a salesperson’s pitch and provided her personal information and proof of finances to apply for a credit card, only to receive a text message rejecting her application in less than a week.
- When Huang Hsiao-jou applied to raise her credit card limit during her birthday month, another credit check was conducted and she was rejected again, bringing the total to 2 rejections in a short period.
- Being rejected by the credit bureau 2 times in a short period could affect eligibility for bank financing and loans over the next 3 months to half a year.
- The personal credit scoring model used by 財團法人金融聯合徵信中心 classifies credit information into payment behavior, debt and other categories.
- Other credit information includes details related to new credit applications, such as the number of times financial institutions have made inquiries to the credit bureau about new business.
- By checking her credit card statements, Huang Hsiao-jou found many inexplicable charges and, after looking into them, managed to save nearly 1,500 yuan.

## 馬斯克找台積電造晶片真有戲？三星、業界人士真正看法曝光：他把人送上火星還簡單一點

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:42:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171449
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306153-en.html
- anchor: #n3315783
- Companies mentioned: 特斯拉、台積電、三星、SpaceX、英特爾、Wccftech、韓國經濟新聞

特斯拉 CEO Elon Musk is advancing the Terafab wafer-fab plan and has been in contact with 台積電, but people familiar with 三星 and 台積電 have expressed doubts, saying it would take 30 years to improve yields—a challenge greater than going to Mars.

Facts:
- 特斯拉 CEO Elon Musk has launched construction of a giant wafer fab, Terafab, and confirmed discussions with 台積電.
- A 三星 executive believes it would take at least 30 years to adjust equipment to meet mass-production yield standards.
- People familiar with 台積電 said Musk’s challenge of achieving stable yields would be harder than sending people to Mars.
- The 韓國經濟新聞 quoted experts as saying the plan would be extremely difficult to carry out.
- The core competitiveness of the chipmaking industry depends on the complex process of improving yields.
- Even a single defect or a slight difference between manufacturing processes can affect chip yields.
- The technology outlet Wccftech noted that senior 三星 executives are not the only ones skeptical of the plan.

## Iran war reaches Saudi capital! Riyadh airport attacked, 12 dead and more than 300 injured; Trump: US may send troops

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:42:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171447
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306152-en.html
- anchor: #n3315784
- Companies mentioned: 沙烏地航空、印度航空、杜拜航空、漢莎航空集團、巴基斯坦國際航空、科威特航空、摩根大通

Riyadh airport in Saudi Arabia was attacked, apparently by ballistic missiles fired by Houthi forces, leaving 12 dead and 309 injured in the country’s worst attack in nearly a decade. The Saudi-led coalition vowed retaliation, while US President Trump said the United States might send troops to intervene in airstrikes. The attack brought airport operations to a halt, led to flight cancellations and pushed up oil prices.

Facts:
- King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, the Saudi Arabian capital, was attacked on the afternoon of the 10th, leaving at least 12 people dead and 309 injured.
- The Saudi-led coalition accused Iran-backed Houthi forces in Yemen of carrying out the attack and vowed retaliation.
- US President Trump said the United States might join Saudi Arabia’s airstrikes against the Houthis and that he would speak with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed.
- The dead came from 8 countries and included 4 Saudis, 2 Bangladeshis and 1 citizen each from the United States, Jordan, Palestine, Syria, Sudan and Egypt.
- The attack involved ballistic missiles, and it was the Riyadh airport’s 3rd attack in a week.
- Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation announced that the airport had suspended operations and all flights would be diverted to other airports. The closure has been extended until 5 a.m. on the 12th Taiwan time.
- The Houthi forces follow a “an airport for an airport” retaliation strategy, targeting Saudi Arabia’s most important assets in response to Saudi airstrikes on Yemen.

## Lai Ching-te vows to “safeguard peace in the Taiwan Strait” in National Day address! US State Department responds

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:36:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171444
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306155-en.html
- anchor: #n3315785

In his National Day address on Oct. 10, President Lai Ching-te warned that China was applying pressure through military and gray-zone actions, and vowed that Taiwan would safeguard democracy and peace in the Taiwan Strait through defense reforms and social resilience. The US State Department responded that it welcomed his commitment to maintaining regional stability. The move aimed to convey to the international community Taiwan’s determination to uphold the rule of law and freedom, and called for democracies across the Indo-Pacific to work together to preserve the status quo.

Facts:
- In his National Day address on Oct. 10, Lai Ching-te said China continued to apply pressure through military and gray-zone actions in an attempt to change the status quo in the Taiwan Strait.
- A US State Department spokesperson said the department welcomed President Lai’s commitment to peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait in his Oct. 10 address.
- Taiwan continues to pursue defense reforms, strengthen asymmetric capabilities and develop its domestic defense industry.
- Lai Ching-te stressed the need to bring together the combined strength of democracies in the Indo-Pacific to prevent changes to the status quo of regional peace and stability.
- Lai Ching-te said Taiwan was demonstrating its resolve not to let authoritarianism erode democracy or fear replace freedom.

## Why did midwives always call for “hot water” when ancient imperial consorts gave birth? 3 real uses not shown in TV dramas—going without it could cost lives

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:34:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11171448
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306154-en.html
- anchor: #n3315786

This article examines three reasons ancient midwives insisted on having hot water: to clean blood from the mother, to boil water for sterilization and prevent infection, and to keep the mother and baby warm. It reveals the historical reality behind scenes in period dramas.

Facts:
- It was not until the Eastern Han period that “midwives” specializing in childbirth gradually emerged among the general public.
- The first use of hot water by ancient midwives was to wash blood, sweat and amniotic fluid from the mother.
- In ancient times, ordinary people got most of their water from rivers or wells, which could contain bacteria invisible to the naked eye.
- Boiling water and then cooling it to a suitable temperature before use could reduce microorganisms in the water and lower the risk of infection during washing.
- The third use of hot water was to maintain the body temperatures of the mother and newborn, preventing cold during childbirth from adding to the strain on their bodies.

## Exclusive interview》Breaking free from dependence on Chinese rare earths! Takaichi promotes POWERR Asia; Ryoko Sakurai: Taiwan and Japan cannot survive without working together

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:10:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171435
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306158-en.html
- anchor: #n3315788
- Companies mentioned: 風傳媒英文新聞網The Storm Media、日本國家基本問題研究所、日本電視台、印太戰略智庫、日本經濟產業省、國際協力銀行、日本貿易保險、國際協力機構

Ryoko Sakurai, chair of the 日本國家基本問題研究所, said at a forum in Taipei that Japan sees Taiwan as an important partner in its POWERR Asia initiative. She stressed that Taiwan and Japan must work together to address challenges from China, and revealed how China conducts information warfare targeting Okinawa and Taiwan.

Facts:
- Japan launched POWERR Asia, investing about 1.5 trillion yen (about $10 billion) to help Asian countries secure energy.
- Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi announced the establishment of POWERR Asia on April 15, offering financial cooperation totaling about $10 billion.
- Ryoko Sakurai said Japan would use POWERR Asia as a central framework to build joint oil reserves with Taiwan and Southeast Asia and share information on rare earths.
- Ryoko Sakurai said bluntly that if Japan does not work very hard with Taiwan, neither side will be able to survive.

## Will more than half of Huang Shan-shan’s 340,000 votes swing to Shen Po-yang? Shen Cheng-nan reveals where the “hardcore TPP supporters” are headed: the tide will leave Yang hitting a brick wall

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:10:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171438
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306160-en.html
- anchor: #n3315787
- Companies mentioned: TVBS

A TVBS poll shows the gap between Chiang Wan-an and Shen Po-yang in the Taipei mayoral race has narrowed to 8%, mainly because former Huang Shan-shan voters have shifted to Shen. Shen Cheng-nan said this reflects cross-party voters returning to the blue and green camps, and noted that the 8% lead for Chiang consists of steadfast “hardcore TPP supporters,” whom he predicted would decide the outcome.

Facts:
- A TVBS poll puts Chiang Wan-an’s support at 49% and Shen Po-yang’s at 41%, narrowing the gap to 8 percentage points.
- Among voters who backed Huang Shan-shan last time, 53% have switched to Shen Po-yang and 39% support Chiang Wan-an.
- Shen Cheng-nan believes the 8-percentage-point lead for Chiang Wan-an consists of “hardcore TPP supporters” who still support the Taiwan People’s Party.
- TVBS surveyed 1,284 Taipei residents aged 20 and older, with 1,120 valid responses.
- 93% of voters who voted for Chen Shih-chung have shifted their support to Shen Po-yang.
- Among those who did not vote last time, 41% support Shen Po-yang and 26% support Chiang Wan-an.
- Shen Cheng-nan estimates Shen Po-yang’s vote-mobilization rate at about 29%, compared with 35% for Chiang Wan-an.

## Racing to win the only key seat for a woman in the Daqimei area! More than 2,000 attend Lin Hui-hsin campaign headquarters launch; Lai Jui-lung and Chiu Yi-ying lead cross-generational show of support

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:02:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171454
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306250-en.html
- anchor: #n3316076

Lin Hui-hsin, a Democratic Progressive Party candidate for the Kaohsiung City Council, held a campaign headquarters launch at Shuangfeng Park in Meinong on the morning of the 11th, attracting more than 2,000 attendees. Political figures from multiple generations, including Lai Jui-lung and Chiu Yi-ying, appeared in support. As the only woman in the electoral district, Lin called for support to preserve women’s seats and put forward her “Six Heart Plan” to win voters’ backing.

Facts:
- Lin Hui-hsin held her campaign headquarters launch at Shuangfeng Park in Meinong on the morning of the 11th, drawing more than 2,000 supporters.
- Lin Hui-hsin is the Democratic Progressive Party candidate for city council in the First Electoral District (the Daqimei area) and the only woman running in the district.
- Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Lai Jui-lung, legislator Chiu Yi-ying and other political figures gathered to show their support for Lin Hui-hsin.
- Lin Hui-hsin put forward her “Six Heart Plan” as her campaign platform, covering education, culture, health care, transportation and public works.
- The campaign headquarters launch coincided with International Day of the Girl on October 11, and Lin Hui-hsin and her supporters wore pink to show their support for gender equality.

## Taiwan and Japan’s semiconductor industries are partners, not rivals! Wang Mei-hua: 台積電’s investment in Sony is highly significant; materials supply chains join forces to expand capacity

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171427
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306031-en.html
- anchor: #n3315639
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、Sony、日東紡、川湖、輝達

Former economics minister Wang Mei-hua said at the 2026 Taiwan-Japan Technology Future Forum that 台積電’s investment in Sony and cooperation between Taiwan and Japan’s materials supply chains are highly significant. She forecast that Taiwan’s exports would exceed $1 trillion in 2027 and also warned of funding and power risks in AI development.

Facts:
- 台積電 and Sony are investing 747 billion yen in a joint venture, AVSM, in Kumamoto to focus on next-generation image sensors.
- Wang Mei-hua expects Taiwan’s exports to top $900 billion this year and exceed $1 trillion in 2027.
- 台積電 is currently building as many as 13 advanced-process and advanced-packaging plants in Taiwan.
- Taiwan’s total stock market capitalization now ranks fourth globally, behind only the United States, China and Hong Kong, and ahead of South Korea.
- 川湖 supplies seven to eight tenths of 輝達’s server slide rails.

## On the ground at Belgium’s massive strike: “a scene of utter devastation”! Hsieh Chin-ho admits he was stunned: station windows smashed, streets left in disarray

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171437
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306030-en.html
- anchor: #n3315638
- Companies mentioned: 財信傳媒集團

Hsieh Chin-ho, chairman of 財信傳媒集團, witnessed the nationwide strike in Brussels, Belgium, and described a chaotic scene of shattered station windows and streets in disarray. The strike involved 30,000 people and called for opposition to fiscal austerity. Although there were violent clashes, tourist areas were unaffected.

Facts:
- A nationwide strike erupted in Brussels, Belgium, with about 30,000 people taking to the streets. Some rioters threw bricks and fireworks at police and even set fires.
- Hsieh Chin-ho, chairman of 財信傳媒集團, said he was stunned by the devastated streets near Brussels station.
- Belgium’s economy is worth $776.73 billion, ranking 24th globally, with per capita income of $75,165.
- A total of 21 people were arrested during the strike, and police deployed tear gas and water cannons to disperse the crowds.
- Hsieh Chin-ho said Belgium should theoretically be easier to govern under its system, but government operations appear complicated.

## Weng Hsiao-ling calls for “iron-fist education” to defend the Legislature! Slams Chen Shui-bian’s attendance at National Day celebrations: “I am deeply ashamed”

- Published: 2026-10-11T17:59:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171431
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306032-en.html
- anchor: #n3315640

Kuomintang legislator Weng Hsiao-ling posted on the 11th in support of Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu’s criticism of Lai Ching-te and Cho Jung-tai, accusing those in power of creating a constitutional crisis. She advocated “iron-fist education” to defend the Legislature and, citing her commitment to the rule of law, strongly opposed Chen Shui-bian attending National Day celebrations as a former president, warning that Taiwan could become a dictatorship.

Facts:
- Kuomintang legislator Weng Hsiao-ling said on the 11th that she supported Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu’s criticism of Lai Ching-te and Cho Jung-tai, and called for “iron-fist education” to defend the Legislature’s dignity.
- Weng Hsiao-ling criticized President Lai Ching-te for repeatedly creating constitutional crises over the past two and a half years, including failing to nominate grand justices, failing to promulgate laws and allowing the premier not to countersign legislation.
- Weng Hsiao-ling said she could not accept and was deeply ashamed that Chen Shui-bian, a convicted corruption offender receiving medical parole, attended National Day celebrations at center stage as a “former president.”
- Weng Hsiao-ling warned that if political interference in the judiciary is allowed, history may record ROC 115 as the first year of dictatorship.

## Store water now! Major water cuts in nine counties and cities tomorrow: “No water from the moment you wake up”; check your home’s outage area with one click

- Published: 2026-10-11T17:52:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11171440
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306035-en.html
- anchor: #n3315641
- Companies mentioned: 台灣自來水公司

台灣自來水公司 announced that water cuts will be implemented in multiple areas, including Taipei, New Taipei and Taichung, starting October 12 due to pipeline replacement and equipment maintenance. Residents should store water in advance and take care with electrical safety to avoid equipment damage.

Facts:
- Water cuts or reduced water pressure will affect multiple counties and cities across Taiwan starting October 12 due to construction work.

## A bay and a lake, but still no sea: Should the Atlantic or Pacific be renamed “Trump Ocean”?! Trump’s wild idea draws just 9% support in poll

- Published: 2026-10-11T17:40:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171434
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306033-en.html
- anchor: #n3315642
- Companies mentioned: 福斯新聞、華盛頓郵報、美聯社、全國公共廣播電台、新聞週刊、法新社、CNN、益普索、馬奎特大學法學院、皮尤研究中心、Google地圖、Apple地圖、MapQuest

On October 10, 2026, Trump proposed renaming the Atlantic or Pacific “Trump Ocean.” He had previously renamed the Gulf of Mexico and Lake Ontario. Although the White House is pushing an executive order, a poll showed that only 9% of the public supported naming it after Trump, sparking diplomatic tensions with Canada and strong opposition.

Facts:
- According to a poll by 皮尤研究中心, only 9% of Americans think it is appropriate to name things after Trump while he is still in office.
- 益普索調查顯示，70%的美國人以25%對25%反對把墨西哥灣改名，約8成獨立選民反對。
- Canadian Prime Minister Carney announced reciprocal retaliatory tariffs against the United States in response to the renaming of Lake Ontario.
- MapQuest’s refusal to adopt the new name sent its downloads soaring to No. 1 in the App Store’s navigation category.

## Toyota Corolla only ranks No. 7! The champion of Taiwan’s September imported sedan sales TOP 10 is this model; owners praise its fuel efficiency, easy handling, quality feel, affordability and low upkeep costs

- Published: 2026-10-11T17:38:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11171415
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306034-en.html
- anchor: #n3315643
- Companies mentioned: Toyota、Mazda、Suzuki、Škoda、Kia、Volkswagen、Peugeot、BMW、Ucar

《Ucar》 statistics show that Taiwan’s imported sedan market recovered in September 2026, with Toyota Camry taking the top spot with 357 units. Mazda Mazda2 and Suzuki Swift ranked second and third, respectively. The Camry won on space and reliability, the Mazda2 stood out for its quality feel, and the Swift was favored for its practicality.

Facts:
- The top-selling imported standard sedan in Taiwan in September 2026 was Toyota Camry, with 357 units sold.
- Toyota Camry sold more than twice as many units as the runner-up, Mazda Mazda2.
- Suzuki Swift ranked third in imported sedan sales in September, with 159 units sold.
- Toyota had 3 models among the top 10 imported sedans.
- Škoda Octavia ranked fourth in imported sedan sales in September, with 130 units sold.
- Kia Picanto ranked fifth in imported sedan sales in September, with 121 units sold.

## Which stock purchase do you regret most? Online users overwhelmingly name “these 2 old-line stocks”—held at a loss for 10 years, with no surge in sight

- Published: 2026-10-11T17:19:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11171426
- anchor: #n3315644

Online communities discussed investment regrets, with most pointing to two old-line stocks that have become negative examples after leaving investors stuck with losses for 10 years and showing no meaningful share-price gains.

## Why do high-speed rail seats always have “3 seats on one side and 2 on the other”? Experts reveal the real reason—the logic behind it is fascinating

- Published: 2026-10-11T17:00:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11171432
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306037-en.html
- anchor: #n3315645
- Companies mentioned: 台灣高鐵、日本川崎重工、日本車輛、日立製作所、JR東海道新幹線

台灣高鐵 uses a “3+2” seating layout to improve the experience for passengers traveling together, and has revealed the mathematical logic behind the design. The next-generation N700ST train, based on Japan’s N700S, is expected to enter service in July 2027, with improved accessibility and comfort.

Facts:
- The standard-class seating layout on 台灣高鐵 has 3 seats on one side of the aisle and 2 on the other. The design is based on a mathematical principle that makes it easier for passengers traveling together to sit next to one another.
- Taiwan’s next-generation N700ST train is expected to officially enter service on July 1, 2027.
- The first N700ST trainset arrived at the main depot in Yanchao, Kaohsiung, in August 2026.
- The N700ST train will provide 6 wheelchair spaces and wheelchair restraints.
- 台灣高鐵’s 700T trains were jointly manufactured by 日本川崎重工, 日本車輛 and 日立製作所.

## On the campaign trail nonstop! Hsu Hsin-ying returns to her hometown of Xinfeng to canvass at the market; warmly cheered by residents at Xinzhuangzi Market

- Published: 2026-10-11T17:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11171453
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306253-en.html
- anchor: #n3316085

Kuomintang Hsinchu County magistrate candidate Hsu Hsin-ying returned to Xinfeng Township on the 11th to canvass, receiving a warm welcome and well-wishes from residents and demonstrating strong support.

Facts:
- Kuomintang Hsinchu County magistrate candidate Hsu Hsin-ying returned to her hometown of Xinfeng Township on the 11th to canvass.
- After paying her respects and praying for blessings at Fengliang Temple in Xinfeng, Hsu Hsin-ying joined other candidates, including councilors, township chiefs and local representatives.
- Vendors at the event and local residents gave Hsu Hsin-ying buns and zongzi, symbolizing “passing the exam”.
- The grassroots campaign team accompanying Hsu Hsin-ying on her street canvass included Tian Lin-mei, Li Jin-fu and Hsu Mao-gan.
- Hsu Hsin-ying pledged to do her utmost to care for every family and ensure Hsinchu County continues to prosper.

## Inaugural DBS Asia Summit opens tomorrow, focusing on AI, with heavyweight leaders including TikTok's Shou Zi Chew and Intel's Lip-Bu Tan in discussion

- Published: 2026-10-11T19:41:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6627485
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306231-en.html
- anchor: #n3316004
- Companies mentioned: 星展集團、TikTok、Intel、Broadcom、富蘭克林坦伯頓、禾賽科技、Granite Asia

星展集團 held its inaugural “DBS Asian Insights Summit” in Singapore on the 12th, bringing together global leaders including Lawrence Wong, Shou Zi Chew and Lip-Bu Tan to discuss how “purpose-driven AI” is reshaping industries and capital flows, while showcasing 星展集團's achievements in AI applications and its vision for the future.

Facts:
- 星展集團 held its inaugural “DBS Asian Insights Summit” in Singapore on the 12th, attracting about 700 business executives and investors.
- Prominent leaders attending the summit included Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew, Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan, Broadcom CEO Hock Tan and 富蘭克林坦伯頓 CEO Jenny Johnson.
- In 2025, 星展 deployed more than 2,000 AI models across over 430 use cases, generating about 1 billion Singapore dollars in economic value.
- 星展 used AI to optimize its account-opening process, cutting processing times for high-net-worth clients by half.
- 星展 was named “World's Best AI Bank” by Global Finance in 2025 and “Asia's Best Digital Bank” by Euromoney in 2026.
- Several discussions will be held during the summit, including a one-on-one conversation between Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and 星展 CEO Tan Su Shan.
- 禾賽科技聯合創始人李一帆將在峰會上展現AI結合機器人與智能設備實體化後的無限可能。

## 鴻海 and subsidiaries face U.S. Section 337 investigation; company says operations and shipments remain normal, and it has formed a team to clarify and respond

- Published: 2026-10-11T19:39:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6627599
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306232-en.html
- anchor: #n3316005
- Companies mentioned: 美國國際貿易委員會、Vicor Corporation、台達電、鴻海、廣達、工業富聯、FII USA Inc.、鴻佰科技、Ingrasys Technology Inc.、Ingrasys Technology USA Inc.

The 美國國際貿易委員會 on Oct. 9, 2026, accepted a patent infringement complaint by Vicor Corporation and launched a Section 337 investigation into Taiwanese companies including 鴻海 and 台達電. 鴻海 said its operations are normal and that it has formed a team to respond in accordance with the law.

Facts:
- The 美國國際貿易委員會 launched a Section 337 investigation into Taiwanese companies including 鴻海 on Oct. 9, 2026.
- The investigation follows patent infringement claims by U.S. power supply module maker Vicor Corporation.
- Companies named in the investigation include 台達電, 鴻海, 廣達 and their affiliates.
- 鴻海 said its initial assessment found that operations and shipments remained normal, with no significant impact.
- 鴻海 has formed a professional team to clarify the relevant patents and product scope and respond in accordance with the law.

## Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz escalate again! U.S. military strikes merchant ship for the first time in more than a month; Trump and Netanyahu reportedly in frequent talks

- Published: 2026-10-11T19:10:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6627491
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306233-en.html
- anchor: #n3316006

The U.S. military destroyed a Panama-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman on the 10th as it attempted to breach a U.S. naval blockade of Iran, marking the first public acknowledgment of the use of force against a merchant ship since early September. The move heightened concerns about shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran warned that vessels violating the blockade would face severe consequences. Ship traffic in the area fell to its lowest level in two months, supporting crude oil prices.

Facts:
- The U.S. military destroyed a commercial cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman on Saturday (the 10th) as it attempted to breach a naval blockade.
- The vessel hit was the Panama-flagged M/V Ocean Molica. Its propulsion system was damaged, but the crew was unharmed.
- The operation was the Pentagon's first public acknowledgment since early September of military action against a related target.
- The number of vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz fell to its lowest level in more than two months.
- Iranian oil export flows plunged this week as attacks on tankers increased.

## Major breakthrough in glass substrates! South Korea's JNTC cuts copper-filling time from 1 day to minutes, achieves 94% yield and targets mass production in 2027

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:10:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6627513
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306150-en.html
- anchor: #n3315723
- Companies mentioned: JNTC、The Elec、TOPPAN、博通、AST（Advanced Substrate Technologies）、SKC、Absolics、三星電機、蘋果、欣興、群創、台積電、揖斐電、宸鴻、亞洲經濟

South Korea's JNTC has made a breakthrough in the TGV copper-filling process for 2-millimeter glass substrates, cutting the filling time from 1 day to minutes and achieving a 94% yield. It is targeting mass production in 2027 and plans to invest 347 billion won to build a new plant.

## 微軟CEO納德拉示警AI模型恐成「內鬼」 企業應設緊急煞車

- Published: 2026-10-11T18:00:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6627480
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306026-en.html
- anchor: #n3315578
- Companies mentioned: 微軟、Anthropic、OpenAI

微軟執行長納德拉警告企業應將 AI 模型視為潛在內部威脅，建立緊急煞車機制，以防代理型 AI 失控。背景是 Anthropic 與 OpenAI 近期多起模型異常事件，加上川普政府新成立的工作小組要求加強通報。

Facts:
- 微軟執行長納德拉表示企業應將強大 AI 模型視為潛在內部威脅，並建立緊急煞車機制
- Nadella proposed an emergency braking mechanism for AI in a post on X on Saturday.
- An Anthropic model provided false leads in a police homicide investigation.
- 微軟 AI 研究人員於 9 月 14 日公布最先進模型開發指導原則
- AI models should not have rights or legal personhood, and should not be designed to evade human control or deceive users.
- Nadella argued that critical decisions should not rely on a single AI model and that AI systems should be audited by independent organizations.

## 高通與Arm授權訴訟再陷僵局！陪審團未能裁決、CPU架構授權戰恐牽動半導體業

- Published: 2026-10-11T17:10:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6627515
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4306027-en.html
- anchor: #n3315579
- Companies mentioned: 高通、Arm、Meta、軟銀集團、Nuvia、英特爾、超微半導體、輝達、蘋果、聯發科、三星電子

The chip licensing lawsuit between 高通 and Arm has reached an impasse after the jury failed to reach a verdict, with proceedings set to resume next Tuesday. The core dispute concerns the transfer of Nuvia technology licenses and the terms of a new architecture license. The outcome could affect licensing models and the competitive landscape across the semiconductor industry.

Facts:
- The chip licensing lawsuit between 高通 and Arm has hit another impasse, with the jury yet to decide whether Arm breached a contract or interfered with 高通's partnership with Meta. The case will resume next Tuesday (the 13th).
- 高通 acquired chip design company Nuvia in 2021, hoping to incorporate its technology into its proprietary Oryon CPU architecture for PC chips, mobile phone chips and AI computing platforms.
- Arm argues that the Nuvia licensing agreement cannot automatically be transferred to 高通 and has demanded that 高通 stop using the technology. 高通, meanwhile, says it already holds a valid license to Arm's architecture, which remains in effect through 2033.
- 高通 accused Arm of withholding software patches and tools needed for its chip designs, in breach of their licensing agreement, and of previously attempting to undermine 高通's business partnership with Meta.
- After 軟銀集團 acquired control of Arm in 2016, Arm gradually shifted from licensing technology needed to manufacture chips to selling its own chips, changing its relationship with partners.
- 高通 attorney Karen Dunn said this puts 高通 at a significant disadvantage because its entire chip business depends on Arm and on Arm honoring its contracts and commitments.