https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 603 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 198 items from 5 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3361957https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3361957Wed, 14 Oct 2026 11:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“メイシー,” a business card management service provided by 株式会社もぐら, won the “High Performer” award in the business card management software category of ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall, marking its 9 consecutive award period. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3361956https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3361956Wed, 14 Oct 2026 11:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本道路株式会社 and Shimokitazawa Hospital, operated by the Seisenkai Medical Corporation, conducted a joint study that suggests the pedestrian paving materials “Mokurock” and “Kaiteki Hosō” may reduce the physical burden of walking compared with asphalt. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363323https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363323Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:44:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADemocratic Progressive Party Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Po-yang said he was willing to attend the Twin Cities Forum without political preconditions. 國台辦 spokesperson Chen Binhua responded that “Taiwan independence hardliners” were unqualified to discuss cross-strait exchanges. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363308https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363308Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:38:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPenghu County’s centenarian population has reached a record high of 36. The county magistrate and council speaker presented cash gifts and certificates honoring the elderly ahead of the Double Ninth Festival. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363309https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363309Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:36:56 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台鐵 and 新光三越 have teamed up to create a Pokémon 30th-anniversary themed train, which began carrying passengers on Sept. 25. According to the latest announcement, 21 scheduled services can be boarded from now through Oct. 22, while special services will run on selected holidays. The limited-time service will run through Dec. 13, 115. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363303https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363303Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:35:54 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA former sergeant surnamed Chiu with the Kaohsiung City Reserve Command, after losing money on futures investments, stole a superior’s bank card and misused the account password to pass 4 security checks and fraudulently obtain NT$600,000 in public funds. The Kaohsiung District Court considered his guilty plea and repayment, sentencing him under the Anti-Corruption Act to 2 years in prison, suspended for 4 years, and ordering him to pay NT$50,000 to the national treasury. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363304https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363304Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:28:52 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA國泰世華銀 released its 4th-quarter investment research report, saying the global economy is moving toward a new equilibrium of “high interest rates, strong investment and strong earnings.” AI is driving continued growth in capital spending and corporate earnings, supporting the global economy; major central banks are maintaining tight policies in the short term, pushing up yields. Looking ahead to the 4th quarter, market performance remains promising, supported by corporate fundamentals and earnings trends. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363305https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363305Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:26:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA彰化縣政府城觀處推出「愛玩彰化老闆帶路」活動，邀請12名高人氣在地店家老闆，透過LINE官方帳號及Facebook粉絲專頁分享私房吃喝玩樂名單與推薦影片，引導民眾從在地人視角認識彰化。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363307https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363307Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:24:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPremier Cho Jung-tai attended the graduation ceremony for the National Government Affairs Research Program, thanking the civil service for steadily implementing policies and urging government agencies to adopt AI to provide proactive services while also addressing the digital divide. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363306https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363306Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:24:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台灣勞工陣線等民團與多位立委指出社會救助法修法延宕3年，呼籲行政院儘速將草案版本送交立法院審查。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363290https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363290Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:21:23 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA和碩 Chairman 童子賢 opposes relocating Songshan Airport, saying the capital should retain a hub for small and medium-sized aircraft. He suggested locating an AI park in Tamsui New Town, citing its power supply and transport links, as well as its potential to connect Neihu Technology Park and Guandu. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363289https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363289Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:19:43 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANew Zealand and Australia have recalled 日清 salt-flavored sesame oil noodles for failing to declare milk as an allergen. Taiwan’s Food and Drug Administration confirmed that products imported into Taiwan had been labeled as containing dairy and were classified as green, and advised people traveling to New Zealand and Australia to avoid buying the affected food. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363251https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363251Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:15:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 25th Excellence in Journalism Awards announced its nominees. Hsieh San-tai received the Special Contribution Award, and 中央社 was nominated in 5 categories. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363252https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363252Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:14:37 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台北市衛生局抽驗20件重陽節傳統食品，發現1件麻糬檢出不得檢出的防腐劑去水醋酸，以及1件花生粉黃麴毒素超標，均已下架並依法處理。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363148https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363148Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:10:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPresident Lai attended the 2026 Taiwan International Net-Zero Sustainability Expo and Taiwan International Smart Energy Week, visiting the 經濟部 booth to learn about a new vertical-axis wind turbine and unmanned vehicle inspection technology. The research team said the new turbine costs about 50% less than traditional floating wind turbines and hopes to work with overseas companies to develop a new type of turbine suitable for Taiwan’s waters. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363149https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363149Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:09:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIMF chief Kristalina Georgieva said the AI investment boom is driving up global funding needs and interest rates, and urged countries to assess the risks. She also called on Thailand and ASEAN to deepen regional integration to strengthen economic resilience. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363150https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363150Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:05:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMedia personality Chao Shao-kang interviewed Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Po-yang, saying he was quick to respond and well prepared, and giving him a rating of 7 to 8. He also said he supports Chiang Wan-an based on party affiliation and pointed to the strategic differences between an incumbent and a challenger. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363144https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363144Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:03:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Tainan City Health Bureau announced the 12th and 13th imported dengue cases. The patients had traveled or gone on business trips to Singapore, Malaysia and the Philippines. Both have tested positive, and disease prevention measures have been launched. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363145https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363145Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:02:26 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA國台辦 announced sanctions against VWAY CO.,LTD., another company owned by Shen Po-yang’s father, Shen Tucheng, banning it from conducting transactions with mainland China. Shen said this was an old rumor being recycled and questioned what new dish 國台辦 could serve up, stressing that Taipei residents are choosing a mayor and should not be swayed by political manipulation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363146https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363146Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:01:24 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Yunlin International Agricultural Machinery Exhibition will be held from Oct. 17 to 19, with 387 local and overseas businesses exhibiting and manufacturers from 6 countries invited to participate. The event will focus on technology-driven agriculture and international integration. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363142https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363142Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:59:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANational Development Council Minister Yeh Chun-hsien said AI agents have become a new focus of industry competition, and that the key to future competition will be whether they can be integrated into corporate workflows and deliver benefits. The government will support businesses in 4 areas—computing power, talent, applications and governance—to lower adoption barriers and accelerate implementation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363006https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363006Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:55:17 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAHuang Chao-cheng, director of the Ministry of National Defense’s Armaments Bureau, said standard rounds issued to Taiwan’s military cannot penetrate PLA body armor, but existing body armor can stop the PLA’s 5.8-mm steel-core rounds. Future purchases will focus on steel-core rounds, with 55,000 rounds to be delivered to the Army next June. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363007https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363007Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:52:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中華民國骨質疏鬆症學會理事長韓德生指出，台灣50歲以上女性每3人、男性每5人一生中可能發生骨鬆性骨折，手腕、上臂、脊椎及髖部等脆弱性骨折為重要警訊。研究顯示髖部骨折後一年內死亡率近20%，約3成患者面臨永久性失能。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363002https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363002Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:49:13 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA國台辦 spokesperson Chen Binhua disclosed that the younger brother of former 聯電 chairman Robert Tsao was denied entry to mainland China at Shanghai airport. Because Tsao was listed as a “staunch Taiwan independence separatist” and sanctioned, he and his family are barred from entering mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363003https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363003Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:48:42 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIn Game 2 of the 美國職棒大聯盟 American League Championship Series, 坦帕灣光芒 defeated 克里夫蘭守護者 3-1 to tie the series at 1-1. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363004https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363004Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:45:09 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an is planning to relocate Songshan Airport to build an AI park. Digital Affairs Minister Lin Yi-jing said the city center is not suitable for a computing center and would be more likely to attract the headquarters of multinational companies. 輝達's site in Beishi Science Park covers about 3.89 hectares, while Songshan Airport has a total area of about 200 hectares. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363005https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363005Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:45:07 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAfter the boy went out without turning off the power, his birth mother, Ms. Lai, and her cohabiting partner, Mr. Yeh, abused him by whipping him with a belt, binding him in a burlap sack and submerging him in a major drainage channel. In the first trial, each was sentenced to 8 months in prison for assault. The Kaohsiung High Court dismissed their appeals and upheld the ruling. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362966https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362966Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:40:04 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADuane "Keffe D" Davis, a former Los Angeles gang leader, was sentenced to 40 years to life in prison in the 1996 shooting death of American rapper Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362955https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362955Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:32:02 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA 5-vehicle pileup occurred on the northbound section of Taiwan Provincial Highway 9 at kilometer 127.4, involving 1 large truck, 1 coach and 3 passenger cars. One passenger car was crushed between vehicles and deformed, trapping 1 person. 宜蘭縣消防局 has dispatched rescuers to the scene. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362956https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362956Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:30:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Ministry of Economic Affairs said 中油 has made significant progress with U.S. developers on the Alaska LNG project. It plans to buy 6 million tons of LNG annually and participate in the development, with investment estimated at up to $4.4 billion. The project could contribute to domestic supply as early as 2032. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362957https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362957Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:29:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPuma Shen praised Huang Shan-shan's Facebook post, saying that as someone who had run for Taipei mayor, she was best qualified to emphasize that votes belong to the people, not political parties, and reminding them that the public should be persuaded through policy. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362958https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362958Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:24:56 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA國民黨質疑民進黨新北市長參選人蘇巧慧之妹蘇巧純擔任董事的曠世智能公司，在行政院長蘇貞昌任內獲得台企銀及國發基金約4500萬元投資，涉嫌政商特權；蘇巧慧競辦反駁為雙重標準與選舉抹黑。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362799https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362799Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:22:54 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA高雄醫學大學附設中和紀念醫院於14日至16日舉辦「保健有道，肺常暢快」衛教活動，提供醫師諮詢、肺功能檢測及睡眠呼吸中止症體驗等服務，並響應公費流感與新冠肺炎疫苗接種政策，旨在建立民眾正確的健康觀念。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362800https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362800Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:16:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFormer Changhua County Councilor 江熊一楓 was sentenced to 4 years and 6 months in prison in a first-instance ruling by the Changhua District Court over alleged fraud involving public subsidies for aides during her term. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362761https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362761Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:14:49 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATainan's underground railway is scheduled to begin service on October 17. The city government announced that 17 at-grade crossing facilities along the route will be removed successively starting October 18, with the entire project expected to be completed as early as the second half of year 119. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362762https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362762Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:13:47 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA東元 General Manager 高飛鳶 said the first domestically produced behind-the-meter energy storage system is expected to be connected to the grid by the end of October. The company is actively expanding into energy storage and modular data center (MDC) markets in Malaysia, Australia and Japan, with related projects expected to become clearer by year-end. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362763https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362763Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:13:45 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA man surnamed Huang, a candidate for chief of Xinfeng Borough in Ruifang District, New Taipei City, and 4 others were indicted by the Keelung District Prosecutors Office under the Public Officials Election and Recall Act for allegedly buying votes by distributing electric fans and other goods under the name of a community development association. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362764https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362764Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:11:43 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaipei Mayor 蔣萬安 hopes TVBS and 三立電視 will hold a 2nd round of talks tomorrow afternoon to finalize details of the debate. 沈伯洋 said he would comply with the other side's approach if no consensus is reached. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362765https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362765Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:10:41 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADuring questioning at the Legislative Yuan's Finance Committee, Kuomintang legislator 羅明才 asked when the Taiwan Stock Exchange Weighted Index could top 50,000 points. Finance Minister 莊翠雲 said she was not a stock market forecaster. 羅明才 then invited the chairpersons of state-owned financial institutions attending the meeting to raise their hands to indicate their views. The chairpersons of 5 institutions—第一金控, 合庫金控, 彰化銀行, 土地銀行 and 台灣企銀—all raised their hands in agreement that Taiwan stocks would break through 50,000 points. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362767https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362767Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:09:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAHong Kong media outlets 大公報 and 文匯報 have repeatedly accused 沈伯洋's family business of trading with China. Sources familiar with the matter revealed that 國台辦 uses Hong Kong media to publish reports and forwards them to Taiwan-based media outlets to amplify their impact. Most Taiwanese media did not follow suit, so 國台辦 held a press conference to push the issue. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362766https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362766Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:09:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA新北市議員連斐璠遭檢舉涉嫌利用人頭詐領助理費，新北地檢署指揮廉政署搜索17處並約談24人，因涉貪污重罪且恐逃亡湮滅證據，向法院聲請羈押禁見。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362768https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362768Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:07:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe New Taiwan dollar provisionally closed at 32.216 against the U.S. dollar at noon in the Taipei foreign exchange market, plunging 1.31 jiao, with trading totaling US$1.33 billion. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362469https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362469Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:03:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADefense Minister 顧立雄 said the relocation of Songshan Airport must ensure defense capability. Taipei Mayor 蔣萬安 agreed, saying the time is ripe. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362470https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362470Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:02:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中國國家統計局 announced that China's Producer Price Index (PPI) rose 5.0% year on year in September, with the increase widening from the previous month. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362385https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362385Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:54:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 2026 APEC Finance Ministers’ Meeting will be held in Hong Kong on Oct. 20 to 21. 中國財政部 said the meeting will focus on four key issues, including supporting livelihood development, financing digital infrastructure, inclusive finance and exchanges among young talent. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362386https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362386Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:53:26 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA遠通電收 warned that scammers are impersonating the company to send emails demanding payment of parking fees, luring people to click fake links and enter credit card information. The company stressed that it does not demand payment by email and recommended that drivers sign up for eTag automatic top-ups and parking fee deductions to reduce the risk of being scammed. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362387https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362387Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:52:23 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPresident Lai Ching-te said Taiwan’s renewable energy capacity has grown from 4.7GW in 2016 to 25GW, an increase of more than 4 times, while its offshore wind power sector ranks fifth globally. The government has established a green growth fund worth ten billion yuan to support the net-zero transition. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362388https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362388Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:51:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChang Kai-feng, former executive secretary of 中華民國克拉術協會, allegedly submitted false receipts in the 110 Hangzhou Asian Games overseas training program to overclaim 8,400 yuan in subsidies from 國家運動訓練中心. 台北地檢署 granted her deferred prosecution on charges including document forgery and fraud. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362389https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362389Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:50:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA2026總統盃黑客松工作坊登場，副總統蕭美琴與行政院副院長鄭麗君等官員出席，期許透過跨域合作及資料治理，推動AI在智慧農業、交通、醫療等領域應用，打造全民智慧生活圈。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362450https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362450Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:47:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA財政部長莊翠雲表示，針對台灣個人投資儲蓄帳戶（TISA）租稅優惠，財政部與金管會已有共識，將在強化退休第三支柱及鼓勵長期投資原則下提供合宜措施，目前金管會正進行稅式支出等細部規劃。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362451https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362451Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:45:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA葉門叛軍「青年運動」發射飛彈攻擊沙烏地阿拉伯，導致東部沙烏地阿美石油設施起火及首都利雅德4人受傷；聯軍隨後空襲葉門多處設施作為回應，國際貨幣基金預估沙烏地GDP將下滑3.3%。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362452https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362452Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:44:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChina and North Korea have agreed to open the new Yalu River Bridge, which spans their shared border river, on the 15th. The 2 sides will hold a joint opening ceremony that day. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362323https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362323Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:43:11 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 2026 Taiwan International Net-Zero and Sustainability Expo and Energy Taiwan opened at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, Hall 1. TAITRA Chairman James Huang said this year’s international participation reached a record high, with 9 country pavilions and 115 international exhibitors, up 16% year on year. Business opportunities are expected to match or exceed those of previous years. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362324https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362324Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:36:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA部分 sections of the New Taipei Metro Sanying Line were suspended today due to a power fault. Mayor Hou You-yi ordered a comprehensive inspection of the electromechanical and civil engineering equipment to ensure safety. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362300https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362300Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:24:06 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台南地檢署 uncovered 3 cases of alleged vote-buying involving neighborhood chief candidates in Jiali, Liujia and Rende districts. The 4 people were released on bail in varying amounts. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362280https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362280Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:22:04 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFinance Minister Chuang Tsui-yun confirmed that 4 state-owned investment trusts—兆豐投信, 合作金庫投信, 第一金投信 and 華南永昌投信—will undergo a “four-in-one” merger, with 第一金投信, the largest by assets, as the surviving company. The companies have completed due diligence and consultations with employees. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362281https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362281Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:21:02 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA前法務部專委羅男退休後幫友人查詢他人在監狀況，被控違反個資法及洩密。新北地院判無罪，高院二審駁回上訴維持無罪判決。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362282https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362282Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:18:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAs the number of applications for hotel star ratings has declined year by year, the Tourism Administration has commissioned 國立高雄餐旅大學 to study ways to optimize the rating standards, with new standards expected to be announced by mid-next year. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362233https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362233Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:15:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAU.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will lead a business delegation of more than 200 business leaders this week, first traveling to Uzbekistan to attend the C5+1 ministerial meeting and hold talks with the five Central Asian countries, before heading to India to visit Mumbai and Jamnagar to strengthen the U.S.-India strategic partnership and deepen energy cooperation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362232https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362232Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:15:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMovie-poster painter Hsieh Sen-shan started as an apprentice, working independently at 17 and completing his training at 20. Using hand-painted techniques, he portrayed iconic figures such as Batman and Bruce Lee, witnessing more than six decades of change in Taiwan's film culture. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362234https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362234Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:14:37 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台灣青年民主協會 and several student groups have launched the Democracy Train fundraising campaign ahead of the 2026 elections. Through the online platform flying V, they are raising funds to help young people return home to vote in local public official elections for a fare of NT$128. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362235https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362235Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:13:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAHong Kong newspaper 文匯報 accused the father of Shen Po-yang, the DPP's Taipei mayoral candidate, of continuing to profit in mainland China through a company. The DPP caucus said this was Chinese election interference and stressed that Taiwan's voters are clear-eyed. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362130https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362130Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:09:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA朋億's orders on hand topped NT$17 billion, a record high, benefiting from capacity expansions by clients in Taiwan and China. Third-quarter revenue reached NT$4.58 billion, a quarterly record. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362131https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362131Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:04:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAt the Maritime Security International Conference, National Security Council Deputy Secretary-General Lee Wen said Taiwan would devote resources to strengthening maritime resilience and self-defense in response to China's gray-zone activities. He stressed the need for cooperation among the government, industry and international partners, including learning from the Philippines and using innovative tools, to safeguard freedom and security at sea. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362125https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362125Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:02:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAGoogle announced that its latest frontier model, Gemini 4 Argon, is available starting today to developers and businesses worldwide through the Gemini API. Google AI Pro and Google AI Ultra subscribers can also try it in the Gemini app, AI Mode in Google Search, and the agent-based development platform Google Antigravity. Argon excels at complex tasks in areas including software development, finance and law, and ranks first on the Vals index. After Google's software engineering teams adopted Argon, the share of code submitted by AI agents rose by more than 35%. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362126https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362126Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:01:26 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATainan City is running a reciprocal attractions program with its Japanese friendship cities. With Kaga joining on November 1, the total number of participating cities has risen to 14, offering benefits such as free hot-spring bathing and museum admission for Tainan residents. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362127https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362127Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:01:24 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA農業部長陳駿季表示，台灣鳳梨明年可望開拓美國市場；同時提及芒果、紅龍果等農產外銷至歐洲及日本之進展，並爭取豬肉重啟輸日。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362128https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362128Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:00:22 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 教育部青年發展署 helped 35 students complete a radio connection across the sea from Yilan, Taiwan, to the Arctic Circle in Norway using Morse code and shortwave radio, fostering interaction between young people from Taiwan and Norway on digital resilience and cultural exchange. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362129https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362129Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:00:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA崇越科技 is optimistic about the expansion of U.S. chip manufacturing and plans to establish its 3rd U.S. service center in Boise, Idaho, to strengthen its local technical and supply-chain services. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362124https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362124Wed, 14 Oct 2026 11:56:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIn response to foreign media reports that Taiwan had agreed to purchase liquefied natural gas from Alaska and make an additional investment of US$4.4 billion, Premier Cho Jung-tai said the government would continue working to stabilize energy supplies and hoped the public would support state-owned enterprises. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3361982https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3361982Wed, 14 Oct 2026 11:53:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChina and the European Union reached 16 agreements during trade and economic talks in Beijing. An editorial in 香港經濟日報 said the move showed both sides were abandoning zero-sum competition and turning toward compromise and mutual benefit in a positive-sum game. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3361983https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3361983Wed, 14 Oct 2026 11:51:13 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAShares of the 台塑 quartet all rose, lifting cement, cable and electronics stocks. The Taiwan Stock Exchange Weighted Index gained 717.81 points intraday, reclaiming the 49000 mark at 49059.12. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3361984https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3361984Wed, 14 Oct 2026 11:50:11 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASalaries for military, civil service and education personnel will rise 4% next year, and several state-owned banks plan to follow suit. Finance Minister Chuang Tsui-yun said she has asked 台灣銀行, 土地銀行 and 輸出入銀行 to discuss whether to adjust the current pay-raise rules, which will be revised if necessary. 兆豐金控 Chairman Dong Rui-bin said salaries will rise 4%, with promotions adding about 6.5%; 台灣金控 Chairwoman Ling Chung-yuan said its board supports a 5% raise, pending approval from the Ministry of Finance. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3361985https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3361985Wed, 14 Oct 2026 11:49:09 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAOsaka, Japan's famous Glico sign in Dotonbori will go dark for construction on Nov. 30 because its LEDs have aged and replacement parts are difficult to find. It is expected to return in spring 2027 with a 7th-generation LED sign, retaining its iconic runner design. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3361986https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3361986Wed, 14 Oct 2026 11:46:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts is presenting “Everyday Life: Decoded,” a special exhibition by British contemporary artist Michael Craig-Martin, running through March 7 next year. The museum is also holding more than 60 lectures, tours and cultural events, and has partnered with local brands on co-branded products and ticket-stub discounts. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3361987https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3361987Wed, 14 Oct 2026 11:45:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAt Ergo's invitation, Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen joined the 2026 “Global Hotspots Roundtable” by video on the 13th, Eastern Time, and delivered a speech entirely in English, stressing that trust, values and connections are key to maintaining peace in the Taiwan Strait. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363068https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363068Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:51:22 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Labor Ministry clarified that the claim that employers must support the entire families of pregnant migrant workers is misinformation, and confirmed that domestic migrant workers are entitled to unpaid maternity leave and protection from dismissal. To address staffing gaps, the government provides about NT$2 billion for respite care services. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363069https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363069Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:50:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒BBC中文 interviewed several political scientists to analyze why the “blue north, green south” political map is shifting ahead of Taiwan's local elections at the end of November. Research points to changes in traditional party bases driven by differences in ethnic identity, industrial structure and uneven economic development. The choices of swing voters will determine the overall outcome. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363070https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363070Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:49:28 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Former legislator Chiu Yi sharply criticized former Kuomintang chairman Jaw Shaw-kong for interviewing Shen Po-yang, the Democratic Progressive Party's candidate for Taipei mayor, for a 2nd time, saying the move boosted the green camp and sarcastically praising him for his “service to Taiwan independence.” Chiu also alleged that Shen's father had made substantial profits from companies operating in mainland China and Hong Kong, and questioned whether Shen's words and actions were consistent. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363071https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363071Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:44:54 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Taitung County Police Bureau explained the rules for enforcing red-light violations, noting that vehicles may be fined if they cross the stop line and enter an intersection or obstruct traffic. Running a red light can carry a maximum fine of NT$5,400, while crossing the line without running the light is punishable by a fine of NT$900 to NT$1,800. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363072https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363072Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:41:37 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Ocean Affairs Council held the 2026 International Conference on Coastal Security. Retired U.S. Navy Adm. Blair said China's gray-zone strategy is a siege tactic designed by an army, and advised Taiwan to respond creatively and step up its international public-opinion campaign. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363073https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363073Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:35:32 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Financial expert Ruan Mu-hua said AI investment is entering a phase of testing whether it can generate returns, with non-tech industries emerging as new favorites. He recommended Fuh Hwa Global Future 50 Active ETF (00409A) to capture global AI gains, while advising investors to watch management fees and exchange-rate risks. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363074https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363074Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:34:48 +0900Taiwan風傳媒台灣中油 urges drivers to stop refueling when the pump nozzle clicks off and not to force a full tank, to prevent harmful gases from escaping. It also released a “3 don’ts and 2 do’s” maintenance guide covering fuel storage, additive use, when to refuel, and engine oil selection, with the aim of extending vehicle life and cutting fuel costs. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363075https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363075Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:34:41 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Nutritionist Su Zheyong says older medical insurance policies may leave coverage invalid or insufficient in old age because of renewal age limits, often 75, and differences in benefit structures. Policyholders should check the renewal age, the distinction between fixed benefits and reimbursement coverage, and what outpatient and out-of-pocket expenses are covered. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363076https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363076Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒U.S. defense-tech startups are flocking to Taiwan, following the TSMC model and partnering with local businesses to build a non-Red drone supply chain in response to Taiwan’s large budget and U.S. security needs. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363077https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363077Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:24:12 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan People’s Party Chairman Huang Kuo-chang lashed out at Huang Shih-chieh, the DPP’s candidate for Taoyuan mayor, accusing him of using state-owned land overseen by the Agriculture Ministry’s Irrigation Agency for his campaign headquarters, under an allegedly illegal privileged lease and for personal use of public resources. Huang demanded that the Irrigation Agency disclose the lease and criticized government agencies for twisting the law to protect the DPP. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363078https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363078Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:23:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This article examines the trend and risks of parents helping their children buy homes amid high mortgage rates, citing Census Bureau data showing the scale of such assistance. Experts recommend formal loans, co-borrower mortgages, or compliant gifts to formalize financial arrangements and avoid future disputes and tax problems. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363079https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363079Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:20:16 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Huang Qifan, former mayor of Chongqing, was investigated on October 13 on suspicion of serious disciplinary and legal violations, shattering his image as a political “survivor” and reflecting the CCP’s stepped-up anti-corruption drive ahead of the Fifth Plenum. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363080https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363080Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:18:30 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The 2026 Double Ninth Festival senior citizens’ allowance program has begun, with centenarians in Nan’ao Township, Yilan, eligible to receive up to 70,000 yuan. A 國民黨 caucus proposal for a 20,000 yuan universal cash payment has majority public support and could be sent straight to a second reading as early as the 16th. Defense Minister 顧立雄 confirmed that the U.S. military is deeply assisting Taiwan’s defense and set guidelines for military report wording. Applications for assistance for children of unemployed workers and the Maokong stamp-collecting event are also entering their final stages. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363081https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363081Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:18:28 +0900Taiwan風傳媒On October 14, 2026, the Taiwan Affairs Office released Golden Week travel figures showing domestic tourism spending in mainland China reached 738.375 billion yuan, while traffic on the mini three links was brisk. Spokesperson Chen Binhua used the occasion to urge Taiwan authorities to lift the travel ban and resume visits to Taiwan by mainland Chinese tourists, to promote cross-strait exchanges and revive Taiwan’s tourism industry. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363082https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363082Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:18:19 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Uber plans to acquire Delivery Hero for 14.8 billion dollars, but its Taiwan foodpanda business has already been sold to Grab. The author argues that blocking Grab’s acquisition could leave Uber with effective control of Taiwan’s food delivery market, and recommends that the Fair Trade Commission approve the deal with conditions to preserve competition. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363083https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363083Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:16:14 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Fortune teller 楊登嵙 pointed out that 江啟臣 and 何欣純 are separated by just 1.9% in the polls, and predicted that “he” is currently in the lead, drawing attention to the direction of the Taichung election. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363084https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363084Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:11:30 +0900Taiwan風傳媒After 7 members left the 台鋼雄鷹 cheerleading squad Wing Stars, Korean members 安芝儇 and Mingo sparked speculation that they might leave because they were absent from the schedule. The team released promotional photos of its new uniforms on the 12th, placing the two in the center of the front row and confirming that they remain key members of the team, temporarily quelling the rumors of their departure. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363085https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3363085Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:10:35 +0900Taiwan風傳媒《網路溫度計DailyView》released its ranking of the 10 street foods with the biggest price increases in 2026, reflecting the impact of rising prices on everyday meals. Higher raw-material and operating costs have driven up prices for egg pancakes, stinky tofu and hand-shaken drinks, among others. The price of adding an egg has risen significantly, pushing it to No. 5 in online discussion and prompting widespread debate among consumers about the rising cost of inexpensive local foods. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362390https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362390Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Ministry of Finance reminded the public that if children discover after a parent’s death that the parent had a personal loan debt, presenting only a loan agreement is not enough to claim a deduction from inheritance tax. They must also provide proof that the funds were transferred and a statement from the creditor showing the outstanding balance in order to legally deduct the amount from the gross estate. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362391https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362391Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:51:35 +0900Taiwan風傳媒台積電’s approved investment in the U.S. has reached a cumulative 440億美元, driving the globalization of Taiwan’s semiconductor supply chain and posing four major survival tests for small and midsize Taiwanese firms. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362392https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362392Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:47:58 +0900Taiwan風傳媒In October 2026, several well-known restaurants across Taiwan are offering limited-time deals, including a special price on A5 rib-eye at 屋馬燒肉, a lobster giveaway at 夏慕尼 for matching numbers on an ID card, wagyu in exchange for a receipt at 森森燒肉, and birthday discounts and gifts at multiple brands under 王品集團. The offers span barbecue, hot pot, buffets and other dining options. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362393https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362393Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:47:56 +0900Taiwan風傳媒台灣星巴克 sparked a strong backlash on social media after introducing a new 15元 charge for drinks without ice on October 12. Posts surged 40 times, with negative sentiment dominating. Mentions of competitors 路易莎 and cama rose sharply, while 星巴克’s discounts were seen as a drop in the bucket. Consumer protection officials have launched an investigation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362394https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362394Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:46:30 +0900Taiwan風傳媒村田製作所因AI需求超預期擬追加MLCC擴產，台廠國巨、華新科股價同步走揚，法人看好漲價效應。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362395https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261014-12/index-en-p7.html#n3362395Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:44:52 +0900Taiwan風傳媒iKala Chairman 程世嘉 shared practical data analytics insights at the Google Analytics Asia-Pacific Summit and showcased its Kuroma platform as a response to the zero-click search trend.