定穎投控's Thailand subsidiary acquires equipment for no more than 530 million
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
定穎投控's Thailand subsidiary Dynamic Technology Manufacturing (Thailand) announced that it had acquired business-use machinery and equipment located in Thailand's 304 Industrial Park for a total transaction amount of no more than US$16 million (approximately NT$530 million). The other party to the transaction is 深圳市大族微電子科技有限公司.
Former U.S. admiral: Taiwan must resist China's maritime bullying and uphold international norms
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Former U.S. Pacific Command chief Blair said at the 2026 Maritime Security International Conference that Taiwan must resist China's maritime bullying by monitoring Chinese military and civilian vessels and aircraft within 200 nautical miles, and upholding international law in waters under its jurisdiction, to prevent China from establishing a “new normal” and forcing political concessions from Taiwan.
Changhua village chief candidate suspected of vote-buying; seized masks to be sold publicly
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A village chief candidate surnamed Lin in Fangyuan Township, Changhua County, and the candidate's spouse are suspected of offering medical masks to voters in exchange for votes, in violation of election laws. Prosecutors set bail at NT$50,000 and NT$30,000, respectively, and the 463 seized boxes of masks will be sold at public auction by the Changhua District Prosecutors Office.
Facts
Each box has a market value of about NT$100
Bail was set at NT$50,000 and NT$30,000, respectively
Asked again about moving Songshan Airport in interview, Shen Po-yang says an alternative plan is needed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
In an interview, DPP Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Po-yang addressed the possible relocation of Songshan Airport, stressing that an alternative plan and supporting measures must be clarified. He said the airport serves defense, medical evacuation and disaster relief functions and differs from Taoyuan Airport, making it difficult to simply replace. He criticized Chiang Wan-an for raising the issue only 50 days before the election without discussing it beforehand.
Facts
2026 Nine-in-One Elections
A total of 4 issues to address
Scheduled to open in 2027
Raised only more than 50 days before the election
300 hectares of land
100-hectare AI industry cluster
A 110-hectare Taipei Central Park
90-hectare international sustainable living cluster
Chang Chia-chun proposes smart transportation white paper, with 10 initiatives to integrate transport services
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Chang Chia-chun, the KMT's Yunlin County mayoral candidate, proposed a “Yunlin Countywide Smart Transportation” policy white paper covering 10 initiatives, including high-speed rail taxis and a unified public transport identification system, aimed at integrating mass transit and flexible transport services.
2 alleged vote-buying cases in Yilan involving fish and rice; 4 people released on bail
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Yilan District Prosecutors Office is investigating 2 alleged vote-buying cases in Zhuangwei and Datong townships, involving the suspected distribution of frozen fish and rice to voters. After questioning, 4 people were released on bail of NT$30,000 and NT$80,000, respectively.
Evergreen Airport Services frontline workers protest court rulings rejecting labor bureau's bid to dissolve union; eggs thrown at courthouse
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Frontline employees of Evergreen Airport Services and labor groups protested after the Taoyuan District Court repeatedly rejected the labor department's petition to dissolve 長勤工會. During the protest, eggs were thrown at the courthouse.
Taiwan shares close up 284.52 points after opening higher and fluctuating; 台塑集團 stocks strong
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan shares opened higher and fluctuated today, closing at 48625.83 points, up 284.52 points. 台塑集團 stocks performed strongly, with 台塑 and 台化 closing limit-up and driving a sharp gain in the plastics index. The electronics index pared its gains, while 台積電 closed flat. The market is watching U.S. September CPI data and an upcoming investor conference by 台積電.
Chinese military aircraft join naval vessels in harassing Taiwan; military closely monitors and responds
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Ministry of National Defense said it detected 13 sorties by Chinese military aircraft departing the mainland from 9:30 a.m., with 11 sorties crossing the median line. In coordination with Chinese naval vessels, the aircraft harassed the airspace and waters around Taiwan under the pretext of “joint combat readiness patrols.” Taiwan’s military is closely monitoring the situation and responding appropriately.
陽明交大 and tech company break ground on boron neutron capture therapy and imaging center
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
國立陽明交通大學 and 禾榮科技股份有限公司 held a groundbreaking ceremony at the university’s Boai Campus in Hsinchu City for the Boron Neutron Capture Therapy and Advanced Imaging Center. The center will be equipped with BNCT and 7T MRI facilities and will cover about 3073 square meters.
Facts
Total area of about 3073 square meters
1 floor above ground
2 floors below ground
Ultra-high-field magnetic resonance imaging system (7T MRI)
Pingtung’s Donggang social welfare center opens, offering services from childcare to activities for all ages
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Pingtung’s Donggang Social Welfare Complex opened today, bringing together resources for infant care, early intervention and activities for all ages to provide one-stop services. The county government invested more than NT$300 million in its construction and thanked 東港區漁會 for providing the site in the past.
Taipei woman loses more than NT$10 million in fake investment scam; police arrest money courier after stakeout
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A woman surnamed Li in Taipei lost more than NT$12 million in a fake investment scam. Police tracked the case in a stakeout and apprehended a man surnamed Huang who had collected the money, referring him for prosecution.
October electronic futures rise; financial futures fall
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taipei shares rose 284.52 points today to close at 48625.83 points. October electronic futures closed at 3062.2 points, up 23.2 points; October financial futures closed at 3674 points, down 13.2 points.
Facts
Rose 284.52 points
Closed at 48625.83 points
October electronic futures closed at 3062.2 points
October Taiwan stock index futures rise 400 points
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
October Taiwan index futures closed up 400 points at 48792 points. The cash index closed at 48625.83 points, with trading value reaching NT$928.624 billion.
童子賢 on cross-strait situation: Leaders of major powers waging a battle between angels and demons; Taiwan should not add uncertainty
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
和碩 Chairman 童子賢 attended a forum and discussed cross-strait relations, business confidence, the impact of carbon fees and the effects of climate change on food security.
Facts
If various sectors assess the situation at 70 points
Legislative committee fails to reach consensus on national pension increase; cross-party negotiations pending
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Legislative Yuan’s Social Welfare and Environmental Hygiene Committee reviewed amendments to the National Pension Act. Lawmakers from across party lines agreed only to review pension benefits once every 2 years, while opinions differed on the amount of the increase, such as NT$5000 or NT$8000. The relevant provisions were held over for cross-party negotiations.
Facts
Review once every 2 years
Increase to NT$5000 per month
8,000 yuan
Disability pension increased to NT$6715 per month
Raised from NT$3500 to NT$5000
Raised from NT$4700 to NT$6715
Increased to between NT$6000 and NT$8000
Basic guaranteed disability pension increased to between NT$8000 and NT$12,000
An increase of about 23.5%
Current provisions set a 4-year adjustment mechanism for pension amounts
SoftBank issues bonds at record-high yield as 孫正義’s AI gamble faces critical test
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
軟銀集團 issued US$11 billion in bonds at a record 9.75% yield, highlighting the pressure on CEO 孫正義 to recoup costs from his all-in bet on AI. The market is concerned about overheating in the AI industry and excessive concentration in SoftBank’s investment portfolio, but executives said the borrowing is intended to hold assets expected to appreciate in the future, not to sell them.
Facts
Totaling US$11 billion
Committed a cumulative US$64.6 billion investment in ChatGPT developer OpenAI
Taipei shares opened higher and fluctuated today, closing up 284.52 points at 48625.83 points, a gain of 0.59%, with trading value reaching NT$928.624 billion. Most of the 8 major sectors rose, with petrochemical stocks leading gains at 6.64%.
Traditional industries lead gains; Taiwan shares rise 284.52 points to close at 48625.83 points
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan stocks rebounded, led by traditional industries, with the TAIEX closing at 48,625.83, up 284.52 points. Shares of 台塑, 南亞 and 台化, all part of 台塑集團, rose sharply, with 南亞 posting record third-quarter profit.
Store water now! 15 counties and cities face major water outages tomorrow, with “no water for the whole family from early morning”; check your home's outage area with one click.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
台灣自來水公司 announced water outages in parts of 15 counties and cities across Taiwan on Oct. 15. Outages in Yujing and Xinying in Tainan and Jiji in Nantou will last as long as 9 hours, and residents are urged to store water.
Facts
台灣自來水公司 announced that parts of 15 counties and cities across Taiwan will face water outages or reduced water pressure on Oct. 15.
Water outages in areas including Yujing and Xinying districts in Tainan and Jiji Township in Nantou County will last as long as 9 hours.
《蘭香如故》 and 《早春晴朗》 both lose out! The mainland Chinese drama with “more than 1 billion views” takes the TOP10 crown: its lead actors are stunning, and online views surpass 3.5 billion.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The mainland Chinese drama market saw a number of popular titles in 2026, with 《逐玉》 taking the top spot by a wide margin with 3.59 billion online views. Beauty美人圈 compiled a TOP10 list of shows with more than 1 billion online views, spanning genres such as suspense, period dramas and modern romance. The list shows that despite talk of a market downturn, quality content remains highly appealing.
Facts
Original《逐玉》以35.9億網播量成為2026年陸劇播放量冠軍。
《主角》 ranked second among mainland Chinese dramas in 2026 with 2.043 billion online views.
《罰罪2》 ranked third among mainland Chinese dramas in 2026 with 1.659 billion online views.
Original《蘭香如故》以12.12億網播量獲得2026年陸劇播放量第六名。
《太平年》 was the highest-rated mainland Chinese drama on Douban in 2026, with 1.103 billion online views.
Illustrated guide: Dry noodles can get bugs even in the cupboard! It’s not just white rice that gets infested. Experts explain “where the bugs come from” and show how to store food properly.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
This article explores why unopened dry noodles can still become infested, noting that pests may originate during production or transport, or enter through gaps in the packaging. Experts recommend storing noodles in a cool, dry place and transferring them to an airtight container after opening. If pests are found, discard the noodles and clean the cupboard.
Pests may chew through thinner packaging or get in through folds and seams. Paper, thin cardboard, and some plastic, foil and cellophane packaging carry a higher risk.
The larvae of the Indianmeal moth may leave webbing on the surface of infested food. Even if no adult moths are immediately visible, an infestation may already have occurred.
The 衛生福利部食品藥物管理署 quoted 張宏銘, a researcher at the 中華穀類食品工業技術研究所, as saying that dry noodles have a low moisture content, making them suitable for storage at room temperature.
The University of Minnesota recommends discarding food confirmed to be infested by pantry pests rather than simply removing the visible bugs.
台積電 to introduce High NA for mass production around 2030! ASML discusses 12-inch mask alliance; Samsung plans adoption in 2028.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
ASML CEO Christophe Fouquet revealed that 台積電 has confirmed it will introduce High NA for mass production around 2030, while Samsung plans to adopt it in 2028. 台積電 is also promoting a 12-inch mask alliance, expected to be implemented in the first half of the 2030s.
Facts
台積電 confirmed it will introduce High NA into mass production around 2030.
李四川 taunts rival for being afraid to debate? 林楚茵 hits back with 蘇巧慧's consent forms from 4 media outlets: Who exactly is dragging things out!
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The debate over the 2026 New Taipei mayoral election has intensified. 蘇巧慧's campaign team released consent forms from 4 media outlets, hitting back at 李四川's camp for accusing its rival of being afraid to debate without presenting any specific documents, and questioning whether it was chasing online attention.
Facts
林楚茵, head of the publicity group at 蘇巧慧's campaign headquarters, showed consent forms for debate invitations from 4 media outlets, personally signed by 蘇巧慧.
The 4 media outlets whose debate invitations 蘇巧慧 signed are SET, FTV, TVBS and CTV.
李四川's camp checked “willing to debate” on documents related to the New Taipei City Election Commission's policy presentation.
林楚茵 questioned why 李四川's camp has yet to publicly present a consent form for a media debate.
林楚茵 criticized 李四川's camp for “whistling to bolster its courage” and potentially “chasing online attention” through the debate issue.
Demand for AI equipment seen through 2030; even expanding capacity by 30% in each of 2 years is not enough! ASML weighs adding capacity in 2028.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
ASML CEO Fouquet said AI investment has extended visibility for demand for chipmaking equipment through 2030. Existing expansion plans are insufficient, and the company is considering adding capacity after 2028 to meet customer demand.
Facts
ASML CEO Christophe Fouquet said the original plan to expand capacity by 30% in each of 2027 and 2028 would still not meet customer demand, and the company is considering further increases.
Customer indications of orders for ASML equipment now extend into 2029 and 2030.
ASML's new NXE:3800F product is expected to launch in 2027, raising wafer output per hour from 230 to 260.
ASML expects full-year shipments of its immersion DUV equipment to be about the same as last year, with demand recovering strongly.
ASML plans to upgrade the specifications of its immersion equipment for critical processes in 2027, bringing wafer output to 330 per hour.
ASML's third-quarter revenue hits a record, up 25% quarter on quarter! Full-year revenue forecast at up to 45 billion euros, gross margin estimated at 56%.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
艾司摩爾（ASML） reported its 2026 third-quarter results, with revenue and gross margin both reaching records amid strong demand for equipment upgrades. The company expects full-year revenue of up to 45 billion euros and a gross margin of about 56%, signaling continued strong market demand.
Facts
ASML's revenue in the third quarter of 2026 reached 11.662 billion euros, up 25% from the second quarter.
ASML's third-quarter gross margin reached 57.5%, up 3.5 percentage points from the second quarter.
ASML's third-quarter net profit was 4.960 billion euros, up about 70% quarter on quarter.
ASML's third-quarter installed base management revenue reached 3.289 billion euros, up about 19.1% quarter on quarter.
ASML forecasts full-year 2026 revenue of between 44 billion and 45 billion euros.
ASML's third-quarter net profit included about 500 million euros in gains from the revaluation of its investment in Mistral AI.
ASML bought back about 4.1 billion euros' worth of shares in the third quarter.
Didn't buy Nikon or Canon cameras! Instead, bought from 2 brands that dominate 93% of the market; easy to use, with powerful image quality and specifications.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The rise of short videos and vlogging has driven rapid growth in the handheld smart camera market. Shipments reached 16.65 million units in 2025, with DJI and Insta360 together accounting for about 93% of the market, far exceeding traditional Japanese camera brands. These cameras attract consumers with their compact designs and AI features, while the professional and portable segments are becoming increasingly distinct.
Facts
Global shipments of handheld smart cameras reached 16.65 million units in 2025, up 83% year on year.
DJI and Insta360 together hold about 93% of the market.
The four major Japanese camera brands shipped a total of 9.44 million units in 2025, accounting for about 3% of the market.
Handheld smart cameras emphasize compact portability and ease of use, with features such as AI tracking, autofocus and intelligent camera movement.
DJI's Osmo series includes action cameras and handheld gimbal cameras, suitable for recording sports, travel photography and vlogging.
星巴克's extra NT$15 charge for replacing ice with milk sparks controversy! A loyal fan who buys 100 cups a year gets a “half-cup latte”; 統一集團's 4-word response ignites debate.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
台灣星巴克 introduced a new policy on Oct. 12 charging an extra NT$15 for replacing ice with milk, drawing complaints from loyal customers who questioned whether the serving size was too small. 統一集團 responded to the controversy only with “declines to comment,” while consumer protection officials advised the company to disclose information more clearly to prevent disputes.
Facts
台灣星巴克 has adjusted its drink customization fees starting Oct. 12, charging an extra NT$15 for replacing ice with milk.
統一集團 responded to the controversy over 星巴克's new fees with just 4 words: “declines to comment.”
星巴克 charges an extra NT$20 to switch to plant-based milk such as oat or soy milk.
星巴克 has added a high-protein cloud topping for an extra NT$60.
Taipei City Chief Consumer Protection Officer Lin Chuan-chien reminded businesses to clearly explain the serving size after ice is removed and any charge for adding milk.
Hsu Chiao-hsin donated NT$670 on a livestream and said, “Remember to come to the meeting.” Shen Po-yang: “Warm-hearted people should join the Yangliu.”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
KMT convener Hsu Chiao-hsin extended the sign-up deadline for speaking so that Shen Po-yang, who was running to assist a candidate, could hurry back to the Legislative Yuan meeting, and made a donation with a reminder. After arriving, Shen praised her warmth and urged supporters to join the “Yangliu.”
Facts
The customary deadline to register to speak at the Legislative Yuan’s Foreign Affairs and National Defense Committee is 10:30 a.m.
Original徐巧芯將登記時間改為中午12時，以便讓上節目的委員趕回質詢。
Hsu Chiao-hsin donated NT$670 and left a comment on the YouTube livestream of Shen Po-yang’s interview.
Shen Po-yang arrived at the Foreign Affairs and National Defense Committee at 10:25 a.m. and registered as speaker No. 29.
Shen Po-yang responded that Hsu Chiao-hsin is a warm person and said warm-hearted people should join the Yangliu.
What benefits are available to Taipei residents aged 65 and older in 2026? Health insurance subsidies, holiday cash gifts, senior cards… A guide to 15 subsidies for older adults in Taipei and New Taipei
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
In 2026, the Taipei and New Taipei city governments are offering a range of benefits for people aged 65 and older, including increased senior-card points, Double Ninth Festival cash gifts and health insurance subsidies, to address the challenges of a super-aged society.
Facts
New Taipei residents aged 100 and older can receive up to NT$20,000 in Double Ninth Festival gifts for seniors.
Taipei residents aged 65–84 receive NT$1,500 in Double Ninth Festival gifts for seniors.
Taipei and New Taipei generally provide health insurance subsidies without requiring applications for residents aged 65 and older who have been registered in the city for at least 1 year.
Taipei offers subsidies of up to NT$55,000 for full-mouth removable dentures.
The maximum subsidy for residential care facilities will increase to NT$15,000 per month in 2026.
The additional amount for Type A old-age benefits under the National Pension program rose to NT$4,049 starting in 2024.
First case of Chinese funding for election interference uncovered nationwide! Hualien City mayoral candidate Chang Jung-fa suspected of violating the Anti-Infiltration Act, released on NT$60,000 bail
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Police and prosecutors investigating Chinese election interference in the nine-in-one elections uncovered the first case in Hualien. Hualien City mayoral candidate Chang Jung-fa was released on NT$60,000 bail over alleged violations of the Anti-Infiltration Act; city council candidate Yang Wukong was detained over alleged misappropriation of charitable funds.
Facts
Some of the funds Chang Jung-fa used for his campaign were suspected of coming from the Chinese Communist Party. After questioning by prosecutors, he was ordered released on NT$60,000 bail pending further summons.
On October 12 and 13, 2026, prosecutors and investigators directed the Investigation Bureau and other agencies to search 10 locations, including the residences of defendants.
Hualien County council candidate Yang Wukong was remanded in custody and denied visits after being suspected of misappropriating charitable donations and colluding with accomplices.
There was no need to detain defendants Chuang and Wang; they were each ordered released on bail of NT$30,000 and NT$10,000, respectively.
U.S. bank hit with $1.21 billion fine! Shocking details emerge behind loopholes in trillions of dollars in transactions and ignored money-laundering warnings
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The U.S. Treasury Department announced a fine of about $1.21 billion against 美國銀行 for its longstanding failure to enforce anti-money-laundering measures, violations of sanctions rules, and gaps in monitoring transactions worth trillions of dollars, which led to numerous suspicious transactions going unreported.
Facts
The U.S. Treasury Department imposed fines totaling about $1.21 billion on 美國銀行.
The U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) fined 美國銀行 $750 million in civil penalties, the largest amount in the agency’s history.
美國銀行 failed to report suspicious transactions totaling more than $5 billion in a timely manner.
美國銀行 admitted to deliberately violating the Bank Secrecy Act.
OFAC determined that 美國銀行 was involved in 475 suspected violations of U.S. sanctions programs.
The penalty will lead 美國銀行 to record about $1.2 billion in nondeductible expenses in its third-quarter financial results.
美國銀行 expects the penalty to reduce earnings per share by about 17 cents.
Companies mentioned：美國銀行、Bank of America、福斯財經新聞、FOX Business
Why are buttons on women’s clothes on the left while men’s are on the right? Experts reveal the secret behind the difference—many people have worn shirts for decades without noticing
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
This article explores the historical origins of the opposite button directions on men’s and women’s clothing. Buttons on the right side of men’s clothing originated in the practical need for men in the Middle Ages to draw their swords for self-defense, while buttons on the left side of women’s clothing may have made it easier for aristocratic maids to help them dress or for mothers to breastfeed.
Facts
The design of buttons on the right side of men’s clothing can be traced back to around the 13th century in the Middle Ages.
Buttons on the right side of men’s clothing made it easier for right-handed men carrying swords to draw them quickly without catching them on their jacket fronts.
One explanation for buttons on the left side of women’s clothing is that it made it easier for right-handed maids to fasten garments on aristocratic women.
British suit brand Savile Row says buttons on the left side of women’s clothing were intended to make it easier for mothers to hold a baby in one arm while breastfeeding.
Leaving a job at the end of the month and starting at a new company the following month: who pays the health insurance premium? October 30 and 31 make a big difference, and the National Health Insurance Administration reveals the key to its full-month billing rule
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Ministry of Health and Welfare’s National Health Insurance Administration clarified the rules for calculating health insurance premiums when someone leaves a job at the end of the month, stressing that the insured unit on the last day of the month is charged the full month’s premium. It reminded the public to pay attention to their resignation date and ensure continuous coverage.
Facts
When there are multiple enrollment or withdrawal records in the same month, the insured unit covering the person on the last day of the month is generally charged the full month’s premium.
If an employee leaves a company on October 31, the company should deduct the employee’s share of the health insurance premium for October.
Original若員工在10月30日以前離職，公司不得扣收其10月份健保費，已預先扣收應予退還。
The average premium for people without employment in Category 6 is NT$1,377. The insured person pays 60%, making the monthly out-of-pocket health insurance premium NT$826.
The Labor Standards Act does not prohibit setting the termination date of an employment contract on a regular day off or rest day.
美廉社’s best buys aren’t tea eggs or alcohol! Savvy shoppers name its must-buy TOP 10, with the winner offering plenty of options, low prices, simple ingredients and great value
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
美廉社 compiled a TOP 10 list of must-buy items based on popular discussions among Threads users, with its own 心樸 line taking the top spot. The list includes food, drinks and household goods, reflecting consumers’ preference for products that offer great value and simple ingredients.
Facts
美廉社 announced a TOP 10 list of must-buys compiled from recommendations by Threads users, with 心樸 private-label products taking the top spot.
The 心樸 brand focuses on natural, trustworthy and environmentally friendly products, and operates a physical store called “心樸市集.”
美廉社 has been nicknamed “酒廉社” by online users because of the popularity of its alcoholic beverages.
美廉社 is a community supermarket chain under 三商家購, established in 2006.
Did 賈永婕 draw criticism for wearing Chanel earrings and a NT$120,000 necklace to a Legislative Yuan hearing? DPP lawmaker tells her to “dress more plainly,” and she fires back
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
When 賈永婕, chair of 台北101, appeared before the Legislative Yuan’s Finance Committee, DPP lawmaker Lai Hui-yuan criticized her for not dressing plainly enough because she was wearing a necklace worth about NT$120,000. 賈永婕 immediately pushed back and kept her outfit on, later saying she was simply taken aback.
Facts
賈永婕, chair of 台北101, appeared before the Legislative Yuan’s Finance Committee on the 14th.
Lai Hui-yuan, a convener from the Democratic Progressive Party, suggested that 賈永婕 dress as plainly as they do next time.
The sterling silver “賈董101” necklace worn by 賈永婕 costs about NT$110,000.
The gold-colored “賈董好棒棒” necklace worn by 賈永婕 has a market price of about NT$10,000.
The 2 necklaces are worth about NT$120,000 in total.
Lai Hui-yuan questioned whether there should be standards in the halls of the legislature and asked whether they should continue debating.
After the meeting, 賈永婕 said she did not feel aggrieved, but was a little taken aback.
Yang Wen-ke issues call for unity! Hsu Hsin-ying and Wu Hsu-chih join forces for the fight as the KMT in Hsinchu County organizes across all 13 townships and cities
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Yang Wen-ke, head of the KMT’s Hsinchu County chapter, convened a department heads’ meeting on the 13th, attended by county magistrate candidate Hsu Hsin-ying and Zhubei mayoral candidate Wu Hsu-chih. Yang urged all party members to set aside their differences once nominations were finalized and achieve unity across the thirteen townships and cities through discipline and action, strengthening the campaign.
Facts
Yang Wen-ke, head of the Kuomintang’s Hsinchu County chapter, chaired a department heads’ meeting on the 13th.
KMT Hsinchu County magistrate candidate Hsu Hsin-ying and Zhubei mayoral candidate Wu Hsu-chih attended the meeting together.
The meeting aimed to build consensus among the directors and officials of the party branches in the thirteen townships and cities.
Yang Wen-ke stressed that once nominations are finalized, party members should set aside personal interests and fully support the party’s nominated candidates.
Yang Wen-ke urged party branches in each township and city to turn their consensus into a shared approach to facing challenges.
Why did ancient consorts all wear a white scarf around their necks? 3 uses TV dramas never mentioned, so embarrassing they're hard to talk about
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
This article examines the historical origins and three uses of the “longhua” (white scarf) worn by Qing dynasty imperial consorts. The accessory served not only to keep out the cold and enhance appearance, but also as a means of identifying rank: differences in embroidery complexity distinguished status and maintained order in the inner palace.
Facts
The white scarf worn by Qing dynasty imperial consorts was known as “longhua” or a neck scarf. It mainly served as a “false collar,” preventing the neck from being exposed or the skin from chafing.
The longhua scarf added an understated layer to the colorful Qing dynasty court attire with its elaborate embroidery, complemented the neckline, and lent a dignified, elegant air.
After the Qing dynasty established its capital in Beijing, the northern autumn and winter climate was bitterly cold. Manchu women could use the finely made longhua to block the wind and cold and keep warm.
The embroidery designs and level of intricacy on longhua served as visible markers of the inner palace's hierarchy, helping the emperor identify consorts' ranks precisely.
The longhua worn by the empress and senior consorts (imperial noble consorts, noble consorts, and consorts) could feature extremely intricate, lavish embroidery of flowers, auspicious clouds, or exquisite patterns to display their preeminent status.
Jia Yong-jie criticized during Legislative Yuan questioning for “not dressing simply enough”! Jia Yong-jie responds in disbelief; netizens fire back at legislator: “Are you still going to argue?”
The Legislative Yuan's Finance Committee invited the finance minister and the chairmen and general managers of state-owned enterprises to attend a business report on the 14th.
Original台北101董事長賈永婕在備詢時身穿黑色連身洋裝與Dior短外套。
Democratic Progressive Party convener Lai Hui-yuan advised Jia Yong-jie to dress as simply as the legislators.
Original賈永婕表示會繼續穿著同一套衣服出席台北101下午的記者會。
Lai Hui-yuan explained in a Facebook post that her reminder was part of her duty as convener to uphold parliamentary etiquette.
The only speaker from Asia, Lu Shiow-yen, takes the stage at the “Global Hotspots Roundtable,” puts forward “T・W・N” framework to safeguard peace in the Taiwan Strait
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Lu Shiow-yen was the only speaker from Asia invited to this year's conference.
Lu Shiow-yen put forward “T・W・N: Consensus on Total Defense,” representing trust, values, and connections.
Taiwan should uphold the principles of “not provoking, not surrendering, and being prepared,” strengthen its defense capabilities, and leave room for dialogue.
Organizer Ergo is headquartered in New York and provides strategic consulting to leading companies and institutions around the world.
The forum brought together 250 global political and business leaders, including a former Polish president, a former chairman of the U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff, and a former White House national security adviser.
“There's a way home even after the last high-speed train”: Chang Chia-chun unveils policy white paper on smart transportation across Yunlin
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Yunlin County mayoral candidate Chang Chia-chun unveiled a policy white paper on “Smart Transportation Across Yunlin” on the 14th, proposing ten transportation initiatives covering high-speed rail connections, shared taxis, and a MaaS system to address transportation challenges in rural areas and for people returning home.
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Yunlin County mayoral candidate Chang Chia-chun unveiled a policy white paper on “Smart Transportation Across Yunlin” on the 14th, launching ten transportation initiatives.
Chang Chia-chun proposed adding high-speed rail services and having buses run later to match, and is considering extending evening connections to Yunlin HSR Station until 9 p.m.
Plans call for four high-speed rail express corridors, including routes from Xiluo to Linnei, Huwei to Gukeng, Erlun to Mailiao, and Dongshi to Kouhu.
The “HSR Little Yellow” service would promote pre-booked shared taxis, with plans for the government to subsidize part of the fare, passengers to pay part, and group rides to save each person a little.
The plan is to gradually build “Yunlin One-Stop Transportation,” integrating searches, bookings, dispatch, payments, and AI services into a MaaS smart transportation system.
Taiwan Smart Energy Week opens; Huang Chih-fang says AI and climate change are driving demand: energy opportunities will only grow
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Taiwan Smart Energy Week opened on the 14th. Taiwan External Trade Development Council Chairman Huang Chih-fang said AI and climate change are driving energy demand and that business opportunities are expected to grow. This year's event attracted 460 exhibitors from 20 countries, setting a new high for international participation.
Perches in Dahan River wetlands become wildlife observation posts as trail cameras capture rare birds
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The New Taipei City Government's Riverside and Waterside Engineering Management Office installed wildlife perches and trail cameras in the Dahan River artificial wetlands, successfully recording rare birds such as the long-eared owl and Taiwan blue magpie. The visitor center beneath Huajiang Bridge is also offering guided tours by reservation.
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Office Director Huang Yu-bin said the perches were installed in open wetland areas and have attracted birds such as the long-tailed shrike.
Trail cameras captured the long-eared owl, which is usually difficult to observe, highlighting the wetlands' rich nocturnal activity.
Trail cameras recorded a rare passage migrant, the Ashy Drongo, as well as the Taiwan blue magpie, an endemic species.
The Taiwan blue magpie has not yet appeared in regular manual survey records for the Dahan River artificial wetlands.
“I don't support relocating Songshan Airport!” Pegatron Chairman Tung Tzu-hsien puts forward “the truly ideal plan” for an AI park: it should be located here
Trump claimed that Taiwan had agreed to purchase 30% of the future capacity of an Alaskan liquefied natural gas pipeline under a 20-year contract.
The South Korean government clarified that it had not yet decided whether to invest in the Alaska LNG development project and that commercial viability needed to be assessed first.
Original台灣中油曾與阿拉斯加天然氣開發公司達成初步意向，評估採購液化天然氣的可行性。
The Alaska liquefied natural gas project aims to begin commercial gas deliveries for the first time in 2029.
Typhoon Champi is forming! Latest track released; it could reach super typhoon strength, with key impacts on Taiwan revealed
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Weather bloggers say tropical disturbance 96W could develop into Typhoon Podul as early as the 14th and is forecast to reach super typhoon strength. The storm may turn north after reaching waters south of the Ryukyu Islands early next week. It is currently considered unlikely to directly affect Taiwan, though its track remains highly uncertain.
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Typhoon Podul could form as early as the 14th.
Typhoon Podul is forecast to reach peak intensity at super typhoon strength.
Typhoon Podul is expected to reach waters south of the Ryukyu Islands next Wednesday and Thursday (21 to 22).
Typhoon Podul may pass near the Ryukyu Islands next Friday through the weekend (23 to 25) before heading toward Japan.
Typhoon Podul is currently considered unlikely to directly affect Taiwan.
Power management races toward a smart upgrade! 玖鼎電力 showcases four major technology initiatives at Energy Week
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玖鼎電力 announced that it will take part in Taiwan International Smart Energy Week 2026, setting up its own booth for the first time to showcase four smart energy technologies, including high-precision monitoring and AMI meters. The initiative aims to help businesses improve energy management efficiency and strengthen grid resilience.
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玖鼎電力 will set up its own booth for the first time at Taiwan International Smart Energy Week 2026.
玖鼎電力's booth is located at M0335a on the 4th floor of Hall 1 at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center.
玖鼎電力 is one of 台灣電力公司's approved suppliers of smart meters.
The four technology solutions showcased by 玖鼎電力 are high-precision power monitoring, smart AMI meters, cross-site energy management and customized measurement modules.
玖鼎電力's cross-site energy management system is used in factories, schools, dormitories and commercial office buildings.
田曦薇 and 張婧儀 lose out! The top 10 most beautiful female leads in modern Chinese idol dramas: The winner's stunning looks outshine 趙露思 and leave the internet swooning from the moment she appears
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This article lists the top 10 female leads in modern idol dramas that aired from October 2023 to October 2026, ranked by online reviews and the appeal of their styling. 趙露思 and 章若楠 placed fourth and third, respectively.
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This article compiles rankings of female leads in modern, urban and period romance dramas from mainland China that aired between October 2023 and October 2026.
The rankings draw on online reviews on platforms such as Weibo and Douban, and assess the female leads' on-screen styling, appearance, bearing and character appeal.
趙露思 ranked No. 4 on the list for her role in 《許我耀眼》.
章若楠 ranked No. 3 on the list for her role in 《難哄》.
《噓，國王在冬眠》, starring 虞書欣 and 林一, is a modern idol drama combining skiing with young love.
Original白鹿與王鶴棣主演的《以愛為營》改編自小說《錯撩》。
《天才，女友》, starring 田曦薇 and 胡一天, is a youth drama centered on school life, friendship and romance.
《深情眼》, starring 張予曦 and 畢雯珺, depicts a romance between a mature woman and a younger man.
Why does 沈伯洋 want to adopt instead of having a child? He reveals the “2 key reasons”: It all comes down to these considerations
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沈伯洋, the Democratic Progressive Party's candidate for Taipei mayor, said he wants to adopt another older child and explained that he does not want a biological child because of age-related risks and a desire to preserve his adopted daughter's emotional balance.
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沈伯洋 and his wife 曾心慧 welcomed their daughter “麻糬” through adoption in 2021.
沈伯洋 is currently 44, one reason he is considering not having a biological child.
沈伯洋 was inspired to consider adoption while at university by 李茂生, a professor at National Taiwan University's law school.
沈伯洋 and his wife submitted an adoption application to 勵馨基金會 and completed the relevant assessment process.
沈伯洋 is concerned that having biological children could upset his adopted daughter's emotional balance, so he does not plan to have children.
沈伯洋 said that if he wanted to adopt again, the process and procedures would be easier than the first time.
曾心慧 suggested that if they do not adopt a second child, they could instead become temporary foster parents.
This article explores why Minsheng Community, despite being dominated by older homes, is still considered a top choice for livability, thanks to its American-style park planning, strict urban controls, quality school districts and comprehensive amenities. It also recommends other comfortable neighborhoods, including Wenshan, Shilin-Beitou and Tianmu.
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Many homebuyers consider Minsheng Community an ideal choice for its comfortable surroundings and artsy, laid-back atmosphere.
Most buildings in Minsheng Community are old apartments and condominium buildings more than 30 years old.
Modeled on American suburban community planning, Minsheng Community has more than 25 parks and green spaces of various sizes.
Minsheng Community enforces strict urban planning controls, including building setbacks and height limits, and has moved all high-voltage power lines underground.
Minsheng Community is home to some of Taipei's renowned, high-quality school districts, including Minsheng Elementary School, Jieshou Junior High School and Minquan Elementary School.
The area around Fujin Street in Minsheng Community is home to many stylish cafes, creative-design shops, arts venues and distinctive restaurants.
Minsheng Community is in a prime area of Taipei, near Songshan Airport, the Dunbei financial district and the office district along Nanjing East Road.
Netizens discussed milk brands at 全聯 in a Facebook group, with 六甲田莊 receiving the highest praise for its smooth, odor-free taste and good value. It is often in short supply.
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A user posted in the Facebook group “我愛全聯-好物老實説,” asking which milk at 全聯 tastes best and drawing a flood of responses.
六甲田莊 is the milk brand most recommended by netizens at 全聯, and is described as rich, smooth, odor-free and good value.
六甲田莊 milk sells briskly at 全聯 and often sells out soon after hitting the shelves.
Some netizens say 義美 milk is pasteurized at a low temperature, unlike other brands that use high-temperature pasteurization.
Paid into labor insurance for 17 years but got no retirement benefits! It's not just about years of service—many people misunderstand the “2 key conditions”
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Labor insurance expert 張秘書 analyzed a case involving a worker who had accumulated 17 years of coverage but was under 55 and no longer insured under the labor insurance program when he died, leaving his family unable to claim labor insurance death benefits. The article stresses checking age and benefit eligibility before leaving a job, and compares benefits under different insurance statuses.
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A worker enrolled in labor insurance starting in ROC year 97, accumulated 17 years of coverage, then left the program and joined national pension insurance. He died at 54, leaving his family unable to claim labor insurance death benefits.
One requirement for a lump-sum old-age benefit under the former labor insurance system is at least 15 years of labor insurance coverage and retirement at age 55 or older.
If a worker aged 52 with 22 years of labor insurance coverage died at 54 while remaining insured, benefits for the family would be estimated at about 1.6 million.
If the worker described above left labor insurance and joined national pension insurance, the funeral benefit would be estimated at about 98,000.
The labor insurance annuity system took effect on Jan. 1, ROC year 98; the former lump-sum system applies only to those who qualified for coverage before that date.
Another requirement for a lump-sum benefit under the former labor insurance system is at least 25 years of labor insurance coverage and retirement at age 50 or older.
From saving on electricity bills to ensuring a reliable power supply! 東元's 高飛鳶: AI data centers are driving an energy management transformation
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東元電機 General Manager 高飛鳶 said at Taiwan International Smart Energy Week 2026 that the rise of AI data centers is shifting businesses' energy management focus toward supply reliability. 東元 showcased solutions including smart microgrids and Smart Box to help businesses balance power resilience with carbon reduction.
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東元電機 General Manager 高飛鳶 said businesses' energy management priorities have shifted from lowering electricity bills to ensuring a stable and sufficient power supply.
Smart microgrids can supply critical loads at medical facilities for 4 to 8 hours.
Through energy storage dispatch, smart microgrids can reduce electricity costs by 10% to 30%.
The TECO Smart Box smart energy-efficiency diagnostic system for air-conditioning chillers can cut energy costs by 8% to 10%.
東元電機 has supplied more than 300 million kWh of renewable electricity.
Why did Taiwan stocks plunge in late trading? ASML's results beat expectations, but one remark from its CEO may have unsettled investors
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ASML reported its Q3 results, with net profit beating expectations but revenue coming in slightly below forecasts. Its warning that equipment supply would be unable to meet demand over the next 2 years raised doubts about the staying power of AI investment and sent its share price lower.
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ASML's Q3 net profit reached 4.96 billion euros, above the market forecast of 4.1 billion euros.
ASML's Q3 revenue was 11.66 billion euros, slightly below the market forecast of 11.72 billion euros.
Some customers have already begun inquiring about equipment orders for 2029 and even 2030.
ASML forecasts revenue of 44 billion to 45 billion euros in 2026.
ASML expects its China business to account for 20% of overall company revenue.
Explainer》Avoid provoking Beijing and extend an olive branch? Tsai Ing-wen proposes a “three-point Taiwan consensus” as a code for peace. Has Beijing received the signal?
Tsai Ing-wen delivered a speech at the Hoover Institution at Stanford University on October 8, Pacific time, proposing three points of consensus: maintaining the status quo across the Taiwan Strait, avoiding unnecessary provocation, and protecting Taiwan’s democracy and security.
Taiwan Affairs Office spokesperson Chen Binhua responded to Tsai Ing-wen’s remarks at a news conference on October 14.
The Taiwan Affairs Office maintains that the status quo in the Taiwan Strait is that there is only one China in the world and Taiwan is part of China.
The Taiwan Affairs Office criticized the Democratic Progressive Party authorities for adhering to a pro-independence stance and colluding with external forces, calling them disruptors of peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait.
The Taiwan Affairs Office said peace in the Taiwan Strait can only be guaranteed if the separatist position advocating Taiwan independence is abandoned and the one-China principle and 九二 Consensus are recognized.
東元 moves to capture AI data center power demand, planning transformer production in Indonesia and expanding modular equipment capacity in Malaysia
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東元電機 announced plans to accelerate its production expansion in Southeast Asia, including transformer facilities in Indonesia and increased Busway and modular equipment capacity in Malaysia, to meet demand from AI data centers.
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東元電機（1504）revealed that it is accelerating its Southeast Asian power equipment capacity expansion at the “2026 Taiwan International Smart Energy Week and Net Zero Sustainability Expo.”
東元電機 plans to establish production facilities in Indonesia for products including dry-type transformers.
Original東元電機的Busway模組產品約八成外銷至東南亞市場。
東元電機 plans to establish Busway production capacity and expand production of modular containerized power equipment in Malaysia.
東元電機 hopes to shorten supply routes through local manufacturing and capitalize on opportunities in AI data centers and overseas power infrastructure.
Huang Shan-shan discusses her 340,000 votes and gets attacked by “little grass” supporters? Wang Shih-chien backs his old friend: Voters don’t always vote for the same party
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Former Taiwan People’s Party legislator Huang Shan-shan was criticized by supporters after saying voters are capable of independent judgment. Democratic Progressive Party legislator Wang Shih-chien defended his old friend and emphasized voters’ autonomy. Wang also criticized Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an for acting cute on a variety show shortly before the election, saying it was unbecoming of a mayor.
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Former Taiwan People’s Party legislator Huang Shan-shan wrote on Facebook that she received 340,000 votes when she ran for Taipei mayor in 2022, adding that those voters were citizens capable of independent judgment.
Huang Shan-shan’s remarks drew attacks from “People’s Forum,” a Facebook page run by Taiwan People’s Party supporters, which criticized her for being ungrateful.
Democratic Progressive Party legislator Wang Shih-chien said today (14) that Huang Shan-shan’s opinion was correct and that voters have autonomy.
Wang Shih-chien said the only party in the world that dares to say voters must vote for it in the future is the Communist Party, adding that Taiwan is not a communist society.
Wang Shih-chien criticized Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an for acting cute on the variety show “Three Consecutive Photos” less than 50 days before the election, rather than discussing city government issues.
Use of China-developed AI technology becomes a U.S. regulatory focus; agencies scrutinize “agentic AI” as banks risk falling into a cybersecurity abyss
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Regulators worldwide are stepping up efforts to control AI risks. The United States is examining whether banks are deploying Chinese technology and the security of agentic AI, while Europe is emphasizing resilience, reflecting concerns about AI’s impact on financial stability.
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The United States’ three major regulators—the 聯準會, OCC and FDIC—have begun asking banks about their use of advanced artificial intelligence models, particularly whether they are deploying technology developed in China.
CrowdStrike said a Chinese individual apparently used a China-developed AI agent combined with Anthropic’s Claude Code to launch attacks on several South Korean banks.
The 歐洲中央銀行 has asked banks to submit plans by the end of October to address AI-driven cyber threats, including strengthening backup and recovery mechanisms.
The 國際貨幣基金 (IMF) warned global financial markets against complacency, saying a major attack on critical services or financial institutions could undermine market confidence.
UK regulators are encouraging the largest banks to review so-called “bare metal recovery” plans, which rely on systems completely separate from banks’ main technology infrastructure.
東元’s locally produced energy storage system set for new progress by the end of October; 3 Australian sites under construction as it pursues Malaysia’s storage market
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東元電機 said testing of its locally produced energy storage system is going smoothly, with new progress expected by the end of October. Construction is underway at 3 sites in Australia, while the company is targeting demand from AI data centers and other sectors in Malaysia.
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東元’s locally produced energy storage system has been tested for nearly a month and is operating well, with further progress expected by the end of October.
Construction is underway at 3 energy storage sites in Australia, with the first project expected to connect to the grid in the first quarter of 2027.
東元 is in talks with domestic companies in energy-intensive sectors such as textiles, steel and papermaking, reflecting growing demand for energy self-management.
東元 is developing a locally produced energy storage system using batteries supplied by Taiwanese partners, combined with its own electromechanical and system integration technologies.
Energy storage demand in Malaysia is being driven by three major factors: government energy infrastructure, corporate electricity use and AI data centers.
Dare to move, challenge the peak in Taoyuan! The 115th National Games brings thousands of athletes together in Taoyuan
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The 115th National Games will be held in Taoyuan from October 17 to 22, bringing together more than 12,000 athletes, including 45 Asian Games team members, and showcasing the energy of sports for all.
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The 115th National Games will be held in Taoyuan City from October 17 to 22, with more than 12,000 athletes taking part.
The event features 32 competition disciplines: 16 required and 16 optional.
A total of 45 athletes on the 2026 Nagoya Asian Games team are competing in this event.
Former Japanese professional baseball star Yoshio Itoi is serving as an international exchange ambassador for the National Games.
Taoyuan Airport MRT’s A9 Linkou Station has introduced a National Games-themed station and a specially painted train.
The oldest competitor in this year’s event is an 88-year-old gateball player, while the youngest is a 6-year-old dance sport athlete.
The Taoyuan City Government has established a dedicated organizing team comprising 5 divisions and 31 groups, coordinating 84 organizations for the event.
Why should you open your mouth during an air raid? It’s not for breathing—the real reason is something many people don’t know
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The Ministry of National Defense’s “Taiwan Public Safety Guide” says people should slightly open their mouths when taking shelter during an air raid to equalize pressure and protect the eardrums and lungs from blast waves. It also provides guidance on proper positions and precautions for different situations.
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The Ministry of National Defense’s “Taiwan Public Safety Guide” advises people to slightly open their mouths when taking shelter from an air raid to equalize pressure from an explosion and reduce harm to the eardrums and lungs.
Shock waves from high-energy explosions can cause what is known as “primary blast injury,” with air-filled organs such as the ears and lungs particularly vulnerable.
Overpressure from an explosion can rupture the eardrum, damage structures in the middle ear and even affect the inner ear. Injuries may cause tinnitus, ear pain, hearing loss or dizziness.
Powerful blast waves can tear lung tissue and cause bleeding, bruising and swelling. Some victims may have lung injuries even without obvious external chest wounds.
According to Ministry of National Defense guidance, people sheltering indoors should stay away from exterior walls, doors and windows and sit against a wall in a suitable location. Outdoors, they should lie face down and, if they can determine the direction of the incoming attack, turn their backs to the blast.
The middle ear is connected to the nasopharynx through the Eustachian tube, which regulates air pressure in the middle ear. It may briefly open when a person swallows or yawns, helping to equalize pressure.
Blast lung injury can cause difficulty breathing, chest pain, coughing or coughing up blood, and some symptoms may not appear immediately after an explosion.
Dare to move, challenge the peak in Taoyuan! The 115th National Games brings thousands of athletes together in Taoyuan
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The 115 National Games will be held in Taoyuan City from Oct. 17 to 22, drawing more than 12,000 athletes to compete in 32 events. The games bring together Asian Games athletes and people of all generations, and are organized by the Taoyuan City Government to showcase the energy of sports for all.
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The 115 National Games will be held in Taoyuan City from Oct. 17 to 22.
More than 12,000 athletes from across Taiwan are taking part in this year’s games.
This year’s National Games feature 32 events.
A total of 45 athletes on the 2026 Nagoya Asian Games team are competing in this event.
The oldest competitor is an 88-year-old woodball player, while the youngest is a 6-year-old dance sport athlete.
Former Japanese professional baseball star Yoshio Itoi is serving as an international exchange ambassador for the National Games.
The Taoyuan City Government began preparations 2 years in advance, coordinating 84 organizations to work on the games.
In charts: Are you and your partner compatible according to your Chinese zodiac signs? A chart of compatible and conflicting pairs among the 12 zodiac signs revealed—see who your Six Harmony benefactor is
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This article uses charts to introduce compatible and conflicting pairings among the 12 Chinese zodiac signs, helping readers assess zodiac compatibility with their partners. It notes that the content reflects folk beliefs and does not represent the media outlet’s position.
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Original文章聲明其內容不代表風傳媒立場。
The article states that folk beliefs do not represent this website’s position.
Mazu Ascension Day falls on 10/18! A fortune teller reveals “5 auspicious times for worship”; see offerings to prepare and prayer taboos
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Mazu Ascension Day, which falls on the 18th day of the 10th lunar month, is approaching. A fortune teller has revealed 5 auspicious times for worship, offerings to prepare and prayer taboos as a reference for worshippers.
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The article states that folk beliefs do not represent the website’s position.
Is this another “wolf is coming” moment for the stock market? ChangXin’s new technology spooks memory stocks; an expert reviews the outcomes of past “China shocks”: many investors were undone by the noise
Huang Shan-shan says she won 340,000 votes and “belongs to no party”! Chen Chih-han: She received a great deal of support from Ko Wen-je
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The 2026 local elections are heating up. Huang Shan-shan commented on her declining poll numbers with remarks about a “third force,” prompting Taiwan People’s Party member Chen Chih-han to respond that Huang had received support from Ko Wen-je. Chen also sought to clarify a controversy over misleading social media posts.
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A TVBS poll shows that more than half of Huang Shan-shan’s supporters have switched to Shen Po-yang.
Huang Shan-shan ran as an independent in 2022 and received 342,141 votes.
Chen Chih-han said Huang Shan-shan received support from Ko Wen-je.
Chen Chih-han denied that the “People’s Lecture Hall” fan page is an official social media account.
Chen Chih-han criticized Mirror Media for misleading internet users.
Tourism in the U.S. Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands has plunged. Arrivals in June 2026 fell 81% year over year, while the number of visitors from South Korea plummeted 99%. Reduced air capacity, typhoon damage and competition from Southeast Asia are the main causes. The islands are trying to rescue the tourism industry by restoring routes from South Korea and Japan.
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The Northern Mariana Islands received just 1,497 visitors in June 2026, down 81% from the same period last year.
The Northern Mariana Islands received just 57 visitors from South Korea in June 2026, down 99% from the same period last year.
Can you still claim retirement benefits after years without labor insurance coverage? A 65-year-old man paid in for 9 years and received NT$270,000! The key to receiving both labor and national pension benefits revealed
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Mr. Tu, a 65-year-old from Yilan, had been without labor insurance coverage for years. Under the new rules introduced in 98 of the Republic of China calendar, he claimed a one-time old-age benefit of NT$270,000 and can also receive a National Pension.
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Under the new Labor Insurance rules that took effect on Jan. 1, 98 of the Republic of China calendar, people may apply for old-age benefits once they reach the statutory claiming age, regardless of how long they have been without coverage.
Starting in 115 of the Republic of China calendar, the statutory claiming age for Labor Insurance old-age benefits has been set at 65 for everyone.
Those with fewer than 15 years of Labor Insurance coverage are legally entitled to claim a one-time old-age benefit, calculated by multiplying their average monthly insured salary by their number of years of coverage.
Labor Insurance and the National Pension are separate social insurance systems. People who receive Labor Insurance benefits remain eligible to claim National Pension old-age benefits.
Applications for Labor Insurance old-age benefits are not subject to a 5-year statute of limitations.
Should shredded paper go in recycling or regular trash? The environmental protection bureau reveals the correct way to dispose of it, so you won’t lose NT$6,000 for putting it in the wrong bin
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The environmental protection bureau has issued guidance on recycling shredded paper, stressing that although it can be recycled, it must be sealed in a bag and handed in directly. Dumping it loose is prohibited and may result in a fine. The guidance also lists laminated paper and thermal paper among paper-like materials that should go in regular trash to ensure recycling quality.
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Although shredded paper is recyclable waste with reuse value, its small size means it can easily blow away. If it is disposed of improperly by dumping it loose, violators may face a fine of up to NT$6,000 under the Waste Disposal Act.
Hsinchu City and environmental protection bureaus across Taiwan have clarified that shredded paper can indeed be recycled, but strict rules apply when handing it to sanitation crews: it must not be dumped loose and must be sealed and packaged together.
Taichung City’s Environmental Protection Bureau said that many types of paper with chemical coatings, plastic film or contamination on the surface cannot be recycled. Putting them in recycling bins by mistake could instead spoil the quality of an entire batch, so they should be disposed of as general waste.
People who fail to separate recyclables from general waste as required may be fined NT$1,200 to NT$6,000 under the Waste Disposal Act.
Specially processed paper includes laminated paper, sticker backing paper (release paper), transfer paper, sandpaper and waste paper with a glossy plastic coating. These are not paper-recycling pitfalls.
Taiwan stocks rebounded today, closing up 284 points at 48,625 after briefly topping 49,000 points before retreating. Funds focused on petrochemical stocks and passive components, while heavyweight stocks were subdued ahead of 台積電’s earnings conference and optical stocks bucked the trend, weakening.
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Taiwan stocks finished up 284.52 points today at 48,625.83.
台積電 opened up NT$15 at NT$2,505 today, reached an intraday high of NT$2,535 and closed at NT$2,490, unchanged from the previous close.
Japan’s 村田製作所 is considering further expanding its MLCC production capacity to meet customer demand.
A local investment firm upgraded its rating on 台塑化 to “Buy” and raised its target price to NT$150.
Foreign investors raised their target price for 玉晶光 from NT$700 to NT$1,250, but 玉晶光 closed down more than 9%.
Mark World Food Day! 萬家福 and 樂家康 join forces with more than 120 industry, government and academic representatives to promote a sustainable supply chain.
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萬家福 and 樂家康 marked World Food Day 2026 by expanding the annual meeting of the Sustainable i Alliance, bringing together more than 120 industry, government and academic representatives to discuss supply chain sustainability and the net-zero transition, while promoting a unified dual-label system and food conservation.
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萬家福 and 樂家康 have marked World Food Day for 11 consecutive years.
The annual meeting of the Sustainable i Alliance invited more than 120 industry, government and academic representatives.
萬家福 and 樂家康 launched the “Starting with i, I am the influence” initiative in 2023, pioneering the unified dual-label system in Taiwan.
蘇筱駗, executive director of the 樂家康文教基金會, said the P in the new brand logo symbolizes prosperity that comes from doing good for people, the planet and partners.
萬家福 and 樂家康 brought together industry, government, academic and charity partners in 2025 to establish the “Sustainable i Alliance.”
台灣食物銀行聯合會 has worked with 萬家福 and 樂家康 for more than a decade to build a food circulation system.
萬家福 and 樂家康 have joined the 環境部資源循環署’s “8+N Retail Product Packaging Circular Sustainability Strategic Alliance.”
Nantou County Health Bureau inspects food businesses at highway service areas; all 30 sampled food items pass testing.
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Nantou County’s Health Bureau conducted a targeted inspection of food businesses at highway service areas and near interchanges, checking 30 businesses and testing 30 food items. All passed, ensuring the safety of food served to travelers.
Facts
Nantou County’s Health Bureau conducted its “115 Highway Service Area and Nearby Interchange Food Business Inspection Project,” inspecting 29 food businesses and 1 retailer.
For this inspection, 30 food items were sampled based on product risk. All met the relevant requirements in hygiene standard tests.
The food samples included ready-to-eat meals, drinks and other food products.
Health Bureau Director 陳南松 said food additives must be used legally and in appropriate amounts in accordance with the “Standards for Specification, Scope, Application and Limitation of Food Additives.”
People with food hygiene and safety concerns or consumer questions can call the Health Bureau’s service hotline at 049-2231994.
《環球時報》 cited a Japanese poll to criticize politicians including Sanae Takaichi for using the Taiwan Strait issue to expand military capabilities, noting that 83.1% of respondents oppose direct Self-Defense Forces involvement in combat. It also said that some voters in Taiwan view Takaichi favorably and expect Japan to assist Taiwan, reflecting the complexity of cross-strait and Japan-U.S. relations.
Facts
A poll by 日本新聞通信調查會 found that 83.1% of respondents do not support the Self-Defense Forces directly joining combat.
More than half of Japanese respondents accept the U.S. military using bases or the Self-Defense Forces providing logistical support.
Among Taiwanese voters who view Sanae Takaichi favorably, 64% believe Japan may assist Taiwan.
More than seven in ten Japanese respondents are concerned China may use force against Taiwan.
Support for the Self-Defense Forces fighting alongside the U.S. military has fallen to 9.9%.
Nantou County government holds national road safety personnel workshop at Sun Moon Lake, using AI technology to improve road safety.
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Nantou County government held a national workshop for traffic safety educators from 13 to 14, combining AI technology courses with hands-on activities to promote exchanges between central and local authorities and improve the effectiveness of road safety outreach.
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Nantou County government held the 115 National Traffic Safety Educators Professional Workshop and Training at the Classic Hotel in Sun Moon Lake from 13 to 14.
吳東凌, director-general of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications’ Department of Railways and Highways and Road Safety, said using AI technology to strengthen road safety outreach is now a trend.
The program included a guided safety tour and walk along the lakeside bicycle path, extending the learning experience to real-world road conditions.
The workshop focused on the characteristics of online communication and included courses on creating AI-powered outreach graphics and videos.
陳佩君, chair of the 中華創新媒體與商業發展協會, cautioned that policy content requires human oversight.
‘Taiwan’s foreign minister’ returns to Warsaw Security Forum in Poland; 林佳龍 says his 8th visit to Europe bears witness to deepening Taiwan-Europe partnership.
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Taiwan Foreign Minister 林佳龍 traveled to Poland to attend the Warsaw Security Forum, highlighting the contribution of the Taiwan model to Europe’s reindustrialization. He also cited investments in Europe by 台積電 and 鴻海, as well as the TEEMA technology park project in Poland, as ways to deepen the Taiwan-Europe partnership.
Facts
林佳龍 set off on his 8th visit to Europe immediately after Double Ten National Day, and is making his 4th trip to Poland to attend the Warsaw Security Forum.
林佳龍 delivered a keynote address at the Warsaw Security Forum titled “The Taiwan Model: A Trusted Partner for Europe’s Reindustrialization.”
The Warsaw Security Forum has been held by the Polish think tank the Casimir Pulaski Foundation since 2014. The 13th forum drew more than 3,000 representatives from more than 90 countries.
台積電’s investment in Germany, 環球晶’s investment in Italy and 鴻海’s advanced packaging plans in France are concrete examples of Taiwan-Europe industrial cooperation.
Taiwan is currently promoting the establishment of a “TEEMA Technology Park” in Poland to foster cooperation in electric vehicles, smart cities, artificial intelligence (AI) and other fields.
蔣萬安 retorted that 曹興誠 also called these 3 legislators “Communist bandits” during last year’s mass recall campaign, calling this “recall campaign 2.0.”
曹興誠 accused people close to 蔣萬安 of using smears, defamation and fabricated claims to destroy other people’s reputations.
曹興誠 criticized 蔣萬安 for failing to understand his responsibilities even after 4 years in office, saying he was too lazy to attend city government meetings but went to fashion shows.
蔣萬安 said the 3 legislators named had been tested by voters and were outstanding lawmakers who retained their seats through the ballot box.
Is the political tide turning into a tsunami? Poll shows 蘇巧慧 leading 李四川; 黃暐瀚 names 侯友宜 and sounds the alarm.
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A poll on the 2026 local elections shows Su Chiao-hui leading Lee Chuan by 13.1% in the New Taipei City mayoral race. Huang Wei-han warned that Hou You-yi's support had not translated into gains for Lee in the polls, saying the current had turned into a tsunami.
Facts
In a New Taipei City mayoral race poll released by 台北市信民兩岸研究協會, Su Chiao-hui received 43.1% support, compared with 30.0% for Lee Chuan.
Su Chiao-hui leads Lee Chuan by 13.1 percentage points in the latest poll.
Pollster Tai Li-an said the biggest difference between this survey and the poll conducted at the end of August was the “ocean current” effect.
Hou You-yi has a seven-tenths approval rating. He accompanied Lee Chuan to register on 9/4 and announced his support for him, then took over as committee chair on 9/19.
In four New Taipei polls released by TVBS, Lee Chuan beat his opponent by 6.7% between 9/29 and 10/3.
Jaw Shaw-kong grilled for interviewing Shen Po-yang twice! He fires back: “Are you just riding the wave of traffic, or carrying out an assignment?”
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Jaw Shaw-kong faced criticism from the blue camp for interviewing Shen Po-yang. He clarified on Facebook that the media should provide a fair platform and previewed an upcoming interview with Chiang Wan-an, while praising Chiang's campaign strategy.
Facts
DPP Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Po-yang appeared consecutively on former 中廣 chairman Jaw Shaw-kong's TVBS Combat Room and 中廣's Jaw Shaw-kong Time for interviews.
Jaw Shaw-kong announced that Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an would be interviewed by him on the Jaw Shaw-kong Combat Room program on Oct. 19.
中廣 Pop Network host Wang Wei-chung has scheduled an interview with Chiang Wan-an for Oct. 28.
Jaw Shaw-kong responded on Facebook to discontent in the blue camp, asking whether those criticizing him were trying to ride the wave of traffic or had been directed by their organizations to carry out an assignment.
Jaw Shaw-kong said Chiang Wan-an's decision to appear on a variety show first was a smart choice because candidates need to be entertaining and relatable.
Jaw Shaw-kong gives Shen Po-yang's second interview an 8, hits back at claims he “ruined Chiang Wan-an”: “I didn't know I was that great”
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DPP Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Po-yang was interviewed by Jaw Shaw-kong for a second time on the 14th, receiving a rating of 7 to 8 from him. In response to claims that the interview hurt the KMT and Chiang Wan-an's election prospects, Jaw hit back forcefully, saying the media should provide a fair platform for people to speak, and reiterated his support for Chiang.
Facts
DPP Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Po-yang was interviewed for a second time on the 14th by veteran media figure Jaw Shaw-kong.
Jaw Shaw-kong rated Shen Po-yang's performance in the interview 7 or 8.
Jaw Shaw-kong hit back at claims that he had ruined Chiang Wan-an's chances, saying he was not that great.
Jaw Shaw-kong said Chiang Wan-an's decision to appear on a variety show first was a smart choice because candidates need to be entertaining and relatable.
Jaw Shaw-kong stressed that he is Chiang Wan-an's longtime friend and fellow party member, and of course supports him.
Expansion pace falls short of expectations! SK海力士 delays HBM4 back-end equipment orders until 2027, raising questions about Nvidia's supply chain
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SK海力士's slower HBM4 capacity expansion has delayed equipment orders, raising market concerns about mass production timelines. However, the company's HBM4 technology remains ahead of the competition, and as the DRAM market improves, some investment is shifting toward general-purpose DRAM, leaving its overall competitiveness fundamentally intact.
Facts
SK海力士 delays HBM4 back-end equipment orders until next year
SK海力士 has provided major customers with 16-layer HBM4 stack samples
SK海力士 prioritizes DRAM production equipment at its Y1 plant
SK海力士 expects to adopt the 6th-generation 10-nanometer-class (1c) process
旺旺保's first-half profit surpasses its full-year results in previous years, with the AI construction boom lifting the shares of engineering and fire insurance
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旺旺保 benefited from higher premiums and AI construction demand in the first half, with revenue up 23.66% year on year and after-tax net profit of NT$1.754 billion surpassing its full-year level. The shares of engineering and fire insurance both increased.
Facts
旺旺保's first-half operating revenue rose 23.66% year on year
旺旺保 posted first-half after-tax net profit of NT$1.754 billion and EPS of NT$7.84
旺旺保's first-half after-tax net profit grew 190.6% from a year earlier
旺旺保's share of written premiums from engineering insurance rose from 7.3% to 9.2%
旺旺保's share of written premiums from fire insurance increased from 15.58% to 16.64%
旺旺保's capital adequacy ratio is 274.6%, and its net worth ratio is 35.38%
Rising energy costs and grid demand converge as Hitachi focuses on the potential of small modular reactors
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The CEO of 日立能源 said soaring energy costs are prompting society to shift toward supporting nuclear power. The company is exploring the development of small modular reactors (SMRs) in Japan and is investing more than US$9 billion to expand grid equipment capacity in response to demand from AI and electrification.
Facts
日立能源 is exploring the development of small modular reactors (SMRs) in Japan.
Original小型模組化反應爐的裝置容量在300百萬瓦以下。
About 70 small modular reactor development projects are underway worldwide.
日立能源 is investing more than US$9 billion to expand global production capacity for transformers and other grid equipment.
Building a new transformer plant takes 3 to 4 years, while a data center can be built in about 2 years.
Only 15 of Japan's 33 operable reactors have resumed operation.
永豐銀行 and 京城銀行 set Jan. 1, 2027, as merger date, with complementary networks in the north and south expected to deliver synergies
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永豐銀行 and 京城銀行 have set Jan. 1, 2027, as their merger date, with 永豐銀行 to be the surviving company. 永豐銀行 will acquire 京城銀行 shares through a stock issuance and cash payment, aiming to complement their branch networks in the north and south, expand assets and market share, and strengthen its presence in central and southern Taiwan.
Facts
永豐銀行 and 京城銀行 have jointly set Jan. 1, 2027, as their merger date.
永豐銀行 will issue 1.865 billion common shares at a premium price of NT$24 per share and pay part of the consideration in cash to acquire all 京城銀行 shares held by its parent, 永豐金控.
永豐銀行 will be the surviving company after the merger.
永豐銀行 posted after-tax net profit of NT$13.463 billion in the first half of 2026, up 20.9% year on year.
京城銀行 posted after-tax net profit of NT$3.756 billion in the first half of 2026, up sharply by 138.6%.
Original金管會核准京城銀行於去(2025)年10月1日成為永豐金控旗下100%持股子公司。
After the merger, the north-south ratio of branch service locations will become more balanced at four to six.
〈Smart Energy Week〉東元's new transformer plant in Indonesia to begin production in the second half of next year; MDC POC expected as early as year-end
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東元 announced an investment in a new transformer plant in Indonesia, with the first phase set to begin production in the second half of next year. Its Malaysia MDC project is expected to complete POC by year-end, while good news is also anticipated for its Japan project.
Facts
東元 announced an investment of no more than NT$1.271 billion in a new transformer plant in Indonesia and the establishment of a Singapore joint venture subsidiary.
The first phase of the new Indonesian transformer plant is expected to begin production in the second half of next year, mainly producing distribution-grade and dry-type transformers.
For its MDC business, 東元 expects to complete proof of concept (POC) for its 3MW project in Malaysia by the end of this year.
東元 plans to add dry-type transformer assembly and testing capacity at its Zhongli plant in Taoyuan, with production expected to begin in the first half of next year.
東元 General Manager Kao Fei-yuan said there could be good news on Japan MDC as early as year-end, and CSP-related orders have already increased several times from last year.
Outstanding carbon-reduction technology and 100% renewable green materials: 台灣鋼聯 charts a zero-waste city
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台灣鋼聯 (6581-TW) and its subsidiary 台鋼資源 are exhibiting at the 2026 Net Zero Sustainability Expo, showcasing high-temperature smelting and green production technologies. They have obtained UL 2809 and UL 2799 Platinum certifications and are advancing waste recycling and zero-landfill practices.
Facts
台灣鋼聯 and its wholly owned subsidiary 台鋼資源 have been exhibiting at the “2026 Taiwan International Net Zero Sustainability Expo” since the 14th.
台灣鋼聯's crude zinc oxide product has received UL 2809 international certification for recycled material content.
台灣鋼聯 received UL 2799's highest-level “Platinum” international zero-waste-to-landfill certification in September 2026.
台灣鋼聯 uses high-temperature rotary kiln smelting technology to turn electric arc furnace dust and other materials into recycled zinc oxide feedstock.
台鋼資源 turns slag into recycled aggregates for flooring, CLSM backfill and PC projects
Original台灣鋼聯的股票代碼為6581-TW
台鋼資源 has a range of innovative recycling technologies, including R-1210, R-1207, D-1199 and D-0501
〈Real Estate〉Combined housing and land tax revenue nears NT$38.6 billion in the first 9 months; technology sector drives surge in Hsinchu County revenue
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Ministry of Finance statistics show that combined housing and land tax revenue across Taiwan neared NT$38.6 billion in the first 9 months, down 1% year on year. Driven by the technology sector, Hsinchu County led with a 51.5% annual increase in revenue. Taipei City had the largest gain among the six special municipalities, at 22.1%, while New Taipei City remained the leader with tax revenue of more than NT$10 billion.
Facts
Combined housing and land tax revenue from individuals across Taiwan totaled about NT$38.553 billion in January-September, down 1% year on year
Hsinchu County's combined housing and land tax revenue rose 51.5% year on year in the first 9 months, the highest nationwide
New Taipei City's tax revenue reached NT$10.22 billion in January-September, making it the only county or city nationwide to exceed NT$10 billion
Taipei City's combined housing and land tax revenue rose 22.1% year on year in January-September, the largest increase among the six special municipalities
Hsinchu County's tax revenue in September surged 3.23 times from a year earlier
Retail investors are buying AI stocks again! Citadel analyst: frenzied buying of US stocks totaled US$9.1 billion in a week, the biggest in nearly 15 years