# AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-14 18:00–21:00 JST｜Page 2 of 3

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 177 items from 4 sources; Japan, 122 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 募集 for a share-full-time job through Sharefull Super Part-Time Jobs: Hold a panel at a stage greeting for “Look Up,” starring Go Morita

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000257.000124219.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335740-en.html
- anchor: #n3367392
- Companies mentioned: シェアフル株式会社、パーソルグループ、パーソルホールディングス株式会社、ギャガ

シェアフル株式会社 is recruiting part-time workers through “Sharefull Super Part-Time Jobs” to hold panels and support event proceedings at the post-screening stage greeting for the film “Look Up,” starring Go Morita, on October 31, 2026.

Facts:
- Hourly wage: 10,000 yen
- Maximum: 5,000 yen
- Positions available: 1
- Working hours: approximately 1.5 hours
- Currently used by 13 million people (*)

## Starring Genki Iwahashi × Osamu Soma: First footage from the new Thursday drama “The Right Way to Pretend to Read Love, Season 2” revealed! Teaser released and opening theme song announced! Relationship chart and original drama merchandise information also unveiled!

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000296.000122205.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335739-en.html
- anchor: #n3367391
- Companies mentioned: TOKYO MX、東京メトロポリタンテレビジョン株式会社、pachae、UNIVERSAL SIGMA、murffin discs、ユニバーサルシグマ、新書館、ディアプラス・コミックス、Imperial Records、TVer、FOD、フジテレビ、一ツ橋ホール、9ちゃん屋

TOKYO MX announced that the new Thursday drama “The Right Way to Pretend to Read Love, Season 2,” starring Genki Iwahashi, will begin airing on October 29, 2026. pachae’s “3.03cm” was selected as the opening theme song, and teaser footage and merchandise information were also released.

Facts:
- Oct. 29, 2026
- Every Thursday, 21:25–21:54
- 3.03cm
- July 2025 season
- debuted in 2024
- all 36 radio stations
- a total of 5 merchandise items
- Monday, Oct. 26
- 6 episodes in total

## “Dofasaru Pink,” a Wonjungyo collaboration shade, joins the tear-bag liner from muice, produced by beauty video creator Miki Kawanishi! Limited-edition colors of popular lip and cheek products, along with a multi-brush, go on sale October 28

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000340.000084518.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335738-en.html
- anchor: #n3367390
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Rainmakers、muice、Wonjungyo、@cosme STORE、@cosme SHOPPING、ロフト、ロフトネットストア、ハンズ、プラザ、ショップイン、アインズ&トルペ、R.O.U、イオンリテール、マツモトキヨシ、Bit&Boot

muice, the cosmetics brand produced by beauty video creator Miki Kawanishi, will release a tear-bag liner created in collaboration with Wonjungyo, along with limited-edition lip and cheek colors and a multi-brush, on October 28.

Facts:
- More than 2.5 million total followers on social media
- 1 shade, ¥1,089 (tax included)
- 990 yen each (tax included)

## From livestreaming to the world. Affiliated artist Atsunee named a finalist as Japan’s representative in the Live Stream Music Performance category at the Asian Television Awards 2026!

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000445.000012020.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335737-en.html
- anchor: #n3367389
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 SBIスターミュージック・エンタテインメント、17LIVE、TikTok LIVE

Atsunee, an artist affiliated with 株式会社SBIスターミュージック・エンタテインメント, has been named a finalist representing Japan in the newly established Live Stream Music Performance category at the international Asian Television Awards 2026.

Facts:
- 250,000 followers
- more than 1.3 million views
- 2026年11月13日（金）・14日（土）

## In winter, bathrooms and washrooms are cold, and dry air makes hair frizz. Three hair-care products for washing, drying and styling are on sale at Amazon’s Prime Appreciation Sale【Ur.Salon】

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000460.000036491.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335735-en.html
- anchor: #n3367388
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社KURUKURU、Ur.Salon、Amazon

Ur.Salon, the lifestyle beauty brand of 株式会社KURUKURU, is selling 3 hair-care products at Amazon’s Prime Appreciation Sale.

Facts:
- The early sale began on Tuesday, October 13
- 8.8°C in November
- It will fall to 56% in December
- [Weight] Approximately 196g
- [Airflow] Up to 2.3m³/min
- The main unit weighs approximately 360g
- The temperature can be set from 80 to 230°C in 10°C increments
- [Weight] Approximately 253g
- [Early sale] 0:00 on Tuesday, October 13, 2026
- Capital: 50 million yen

## 株式会社AlbaLink signs agreement with Iwata City, Shizuoka Prefecture, on preventing and resolving vacant-house issues and promoting the effective use of vacant homes

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000495.000055654.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335733-en.html
- anchor: #n3367387
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AlbaLink、アルバリンク

株式会社AlbaLink signed an agreement with Iwata City, Shizuoka Prefecture, to prevent and resolve vacant-house issues and promote the effective use of vacant homes on October 14, Reiwa 8.

Facts:
- Wednesday, October 14, Reiwa 8
- Since August, Reiwa 6

## [1-minute walk from Oizumigakuen Station] Pilates studio “YUZU Oizumigakuen” opens November 21!

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000526.000060073.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335732-en.html
- anchor: #n3367386
- Companies mentioned: ESS株式会社、caname株式会社、YUZU

ESS株式会社, a group company of caname株式会社, will open the Pilates studio “YUZU Oizumigakuen” near Oizumigakuen Station in Nerima, Tokyo, on November 21, 2026. YUZU now has 84 locations.

Facts:
- Nov. 21, 2026
- 84 locations
- 500 yen
- ¥16,800
- 31,200 yen
- ¥43,200
- 8,800 yen
- 7,200 yen
- 3 million yen

## A huge hit with Gen Z! Keyboard app Simeji launches its second collaboration with the TV anime “Osomatsu-san”: a voting campaign asks, “Which Matsuno family duo do you think is the most hopeless?!”

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000989.000006410.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335730-en.html
- anchor: #n3367385
- Companies mentioned: バイドゥ株式会社、Simeji

Keyboard app Simeji, provided by バイドゥ株式会社, is holding a second collaboration with the TV anime “Osomatsu-san”: a poll to choose the Matsuno family duo considered the most hopeless. Limited-edition themes inspired by the top 3 duos in the voting will be distributed.

Facts:
- 75 million downloads
- More than 2 million kaomoji
- 3 types of collaboration-exclusive themes
- For 180 days after acquisition
- 10 points for inviting a friend

## Post-event online sales begin for “PSYREN × THEキャラ CAFE STAND Tokyo Dome City Store”!

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001087.000069812.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335727-en.html
- anchor: #n3367384
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コンテンツシード、集英社、秘密結社サイレン、THEキャラ

株式会社コンテンツシード began post-event online sales for “PSYREN × THEキャラ CAFE STAND Tokyo Dome City Store” on the THEキャラ online store on October 14, 2026.

Facts:
- Oct. 14, 2026
- Price: ¥440 (tax included)
- Set: ¥5,280 (tax included)
- 12 types in total
- Price: 715 yen (tax included)
- Set: ¥5,005 (tax included)
- Total: 7 types
- Price: ¥825 (tax included)
- Set: 5,775 yen (tax included)
- Price: ¥1,430 each (tax included)

## Post-event online sales begin for the TV anime “Gintama” POP UP SHOP!

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001108.000069812.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335725-en.html
- anchor: #n3367383
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社コンテンツシード、集英社、テレビ東京、電通、BNP、アニプレックス、THEキャラ

Post-event online orders for merchandise from the TV anime “Gintama” POP UP SHOP are being accepted on the THEキャラ online store. Orders are open from October 14 to 28, 2026.

Facts:
- 3,000 yen or more, tax included
- 14 designs in total
- 7 types in total
- 2 types in total
- 1 type in total
- October 14, 2026, 18:00 (Wednesday)
- October 28, 23:59 (Wednesday)
- From mid-January to after mid-February 2027

## Yoh Yoshida appears on the cover and in the opening feature for the first time! “Naturila ’26–’27 Fall/Winter” explores stylish living and preparations for autumn and winter that won’t let the cold get you down／Event information included

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001344.000072639.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335723-en.html
- anchor: #n3367382
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社主婦と生活社、Amazon、楽天ブックス、横田株式会社

株式会社主婦と生活社 will release the magazine “Naturila ’26–’27 Fall/Winter” on October 30, featuring Yoh Yoshida on the cover for the first time. An event will also be held in Machida, Tokyo, in November.

Facts:
- Friday, Oct. 30
- List price: 1,540 yen (tax included)
- Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026

## A feature on fall and winter fashion for people in their 50s and 60s: “Clothes I Want to Wear as an Adult ’26–’27 Fall/Winter” goes on sale October 14!

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001347.000072639.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335721-en.html
- anchor: #n3367381
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社主婦と生活社、松坂屋名古屋店、博多阪急

株式会社主婦と生活社 will release “Clothes I Want to Wear as an Adult ’26–’27 Fall/Winter,” a fashion mook for people in their 50s and 60s, on October 14. Events at 松坂屋名古屋店 and 博多阪急 have also been announced.

Facts:
- List price: ¥1,430 (tax included)
- Release date: October 14, 2026
- “The Style and Belly Button Shopping Exhibition” at 博多阪急 begins November 12

## A year of major special projects, released monthly for 12 months, kicks off in October to celebrate the start of Yuzu’s 30th anniversary year! Must-see content for fans, including rare archival footage and music video features, will air every month.

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002576.000002929.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335711-en.html
- anchor: #n3367380
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社スペースシャワーネットワーク、スペースシャワーTV、コロコロチキチキペッパーズ、ゆにばーす

株式会社スペースシャワーネットワークが運営するスペースシャワーTVは、ゆずのデビュー30周年を祝うため、2026年10月から2027年9月まで12ヶ月連続の特別企画「【祝！デビュー30周年】ゆず12ヶ月連続企画」を開始する。過去番組のアンコール放送やMV特集などを実施し、まず第1弾として2026年10月に「V.I.P.―ゆずー」のアンコール放送を行う。

Facts:
- 30th debut anniversary
- 12 consecutive months
- From Oct. 2026
- for 1 year, through September 2027
- Next year, 2027
- 18th original album
- 25th anniversary of debut

## IT × Business: What is needed to understand the big picture of the digital society and systems planning and strategy? Starting Nov. 2 (Mon.): Free streaming of archive footage from Vol.4–Vol.6 of the popular seminar “Practical Fundamentals of Business and IT”

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005145.000003670.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335718-en.html
- anchor: #n3367379
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社クリーク・アンド・リバー社、C&R社、PEC、PECスタ

株式会社クリーク・アンド・リバー社 will begin free streaming of archived videos from “Business and IT Basics for Practical Use,” Vol. 4–Vol. 6, on Nov. 2.

Facts:
- 60 participants per session
- Of more than 550 webinars
- Since its establishment in 1990

## The easy, refreshing puzzle game “Touken Ranbu Pazugiri” launches the T-ogaki subjugation event “BIG T-ogaki Subjugation Operation!” Mutsunokami Yoshiyuki (勇気百寸) and Rare Imanotsurugi (六寸五分の小天狗) make their debut!

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006551.000032953.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335715-en.html
- anchor: #n3367378
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社EXNOA、DMM GAMES、アニメイト、Google LLC、EXNOA LLC、NITRO PLUS

合同会社EXNOA will hold the “BIG T-ogaki Subjugation Operation!” event in the puzzle RPG “Touken Ranbu Pazugiri” starting Oct. 14, 2026. New characters will be available through limited-time summons and as event rewards, and a sticker giveaway campaign will be held at アニメイト.

Facts:
- From Wednesday, October 14, 2026
- Until 12:59 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 4
- Until 12:59 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 28
- Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
- Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026
- 7 types in total; 1 random type

## 【Oct. 27 event】“Dotcon Construction Site Tour” to be held at 日本大学工学部! Introducing “roadway dams,” a new flood-control measure

- Published: 2026-10-14T17:57:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000075.000130460.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335544-en.html
- anchor: #n3367347
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社PUMPMAN、PUMPMAN株式会社、日本大学工学部

株式会社PUMPMAN will hold a “Dotcon Construction Site Tour” on Oct. 27, 2026, at 日本大学工学部 in Koriyama, Fukushima Prefecture. The tour will introduce “Dotcon,” a paving technology that allows rainwater to infiltrate and be stored underground, as well as “roadway dams,” a new flood-control measure.

Facts:
- Oct. 27, 2026
- 10 a.m.
- Building 47

## 【東急SレイエスFC】 “Tokyu Scrum Project Sports Festa” U-8/U-10 exchange matches!

- Published: 2026-10-14T17:54:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000526.000059271.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335545-en.html
- anchor: #n3367348
- Companies mentioned: 東急スポーツシステム株式会社、東急SレイエスFC、FIFTY CLUB、東急グループ

東急SレイエスFC will hold the “Tokyu Scrum Project Sports Festa,” a soccer exchange match for U-8/U-10 players, on Oct. 25, 2026, at the Tamaplaza Campus of Kokugakuin University.

Facts:
- Oct. 25, 2026
- 15 winners
- Free

## A special 30 minutes in wintertime Zao, where sunsets meet illuminated frost-covered trees.

- Published: 2026-10-14T17:53:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000170400.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335546-en.html
- anchor: #n3367349
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人上山市観光物産協会、山形交通株式会社、JRかみのやま温泉駅前、蔵王ロープウェイ、上山ラプソディ、蔵王ライザワールド、蔵王温泉観光協会

一般社団法人上山市観光物産協会 will operate the reservation-only “Zao Shuttle Bus” connecting JRかみのやま温泉駅前 with the Zao area from Dec. 19, 2026, to Mar. 7, 2027. This year, an afternoon service has been added to let passengers enjoy the twilight scenery on dates when the frost-covered trees are illuminated. 山形交通株式会社 will operate the service.

Facts:
- Saturday, Dec. 19, 2026
- Sunday, March 7, 2027
- 18時50分にかみのやま温泉へ
- 17時からは樹氷のライトアップが始まり
- 18時10分発のシャトルバス
- Kaminoyama Onsen–Zao Onsen: ¥2,000
- Kaminoyama Onsen–蔵王ライザワールド: ¥1,500
- Kaminoyama Onsen–Zao Sarukura Ski Resort: ¥1,000
- ¥6,000 for junior high school students and older
- ¥2,000 for elementary school students

## 【那須塩原市ふるさと納税】夜の図書館を1日1組限定で独占！「みるる ナイト・ライブラリー貸切り体験」が返礼品に新登場

- Published: 2026-10-14T17:53:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000054.000128415.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335547-en.html
- anchor: #n3367350
- Companies mentioned: 那須塩原市役所、那須塩原市、BACH(バッハ)、ブックディクション

那須塩原市 has launched a special hometown tax donation website, featuring an overnight private experience at Nasushiobara City Library Miruru as a signature thank-you gift. The donation amount is ¥80,000, and recipients will receive an exclusive T-shirt produced by BACH.

Facts:
- 1日1組限定
- Up to 5 people
- 2 hours after closing
- Donation amount: ¥80,000
- Since opening in Reiwa 2 (2020)
- 【1st event】Saturday, Nov. 21, Reiwa 8 (2026)

## 【Omiya】A lavish menu featuring truffles, foie gras, lobster, carefully selected beef and more! “Christmas Dinner 2026,” to enjoy while viewing the Christmas illuminations

- Published: 2026-10-14T17:52:32+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001369.000004975.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335549-en.html
- anchor: #n3367351
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ツカダ・グローバルホールディング、株式会社ベストブライダル、モエ＆シャンドン

A limited-time Christmas dinner featuring luxurious ingredients will be served from Dec. 19 to 25, 2026, at Cafe & Restaurant Shikitei inside “Omiya Art Grace Wedding Chateau / Omiya Rikyu,” operated by 株式会社ベストブライダル.

Facts:
- 1名13,000円～
- Premium plan: from ¥20,000
- 15% service charge not included
- Add foie gras: ¥1,000

## What kind of society would the Anti-Espionage Act create, with people monitored and punished under its provisions!?

- Published: 2026-10-14T17:50:12+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000201.000085859.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335550-en.html
- anchor: #n3367352
- Companies mentioned: 合同出版株式会社、Amazon、楽天ブックス

合同出版株式会社 will publish “Understanding the Anti-Espionage Act: 31 Dangers of Monitoring and Punishing Citizens,” edited and written by Yuji Nakatani and others, on Oct. 14, 2026.

Facts:
- Oct. 14, 2026
- 1,600 yen (excluding tax)
- 192 pages

## Promoting children’s reading: Talk event “Dai the Cat and the Mysterious Story: Let’s Discover the Secrets of Creation”

- Published: 2026-10-14T17:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007004.000052467.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335551-en.html
- anchor: #n3367353
- Companies mentioned: 東京都、東京都教育委員会、法政大学、都立図書館

As part of efforts to promote children’s reading, 東京都教育委員会 will hold a talk event on Nov. 23, Reiwa 8, featuring Akiko Ikeda, author of the picture-book series “Wachifield: The Cat Dayan,” and Naoki Ogi, honorary director of 都立図書館.

Facts:
- 150 people
- A total of 44 years teaching at the lectern
- PDF: 1.8 MB

## Kites fill the skies over Dongju as Matsu administration promotes off-season tourism

- Published: 2026-10-14T20:46:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610140314.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336535-en.html
- anchor: #n3367922
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、馬祖國家風景區管理處、亞洲國際風箏聯合會、海島波波、山海一家會館、龍福山莊、亮菁菁文創企業社、海角民宿、日光春和、璞宿商旅、沐光民宿、芹壁山城民宿、北澳秘山居

To address the off-season, the Matsu National Scenic Area Administration will hold the Dongju Kite Carnival on the 17th and 18th, and announced that 10 businesses had passed SGEQC and ISQM quality certifications.

Facts:
- The Dongju Kite Carnival will be held on the 17th and 18th
- “2026 Matsu Dongju Kite Carnival”
- Promoting the 115 annual Matsu tourism industry integration and guidance project
- All 10 businesses receiving guidance passed
- 8 businesses earned SGEQC silver ratings
- 2 earned bronze ratings
- 1 business earned an ISQM gold rating
- 9 earned silver ratings

## Song Cheng-en: First Island Chain nations must jointly address China’s gray-zone challenges and focus on maritime security

- Published: 2026-10-14T20:40:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610140313.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336529-en.html
- anchor: #n3367921
- Companies mentioned: 海洋委員會、中央社、日本海上自衛隊、大陸戰略研究所、英國皇家海軍

海洋委員會舉行2026海線安全國際會議，副主委宋承恩表示匯集第一島鏈各國商討應對中國灰色地帶威脅。與談專家指出台海問題具連動性影響韓國，並強調台灣燃料短缺風險及加強海上態勢感知之必要性。

Facts:
- 2026 Maritime Security International Conference
- A 90-nautical-mile cross-sea operation
- Only 2 meals away
- About 20 years ago
- Within two days

## Lai Hui-yuan faces backlash over comments on Jia Yong-jie’s outfit; vows deep reflection

- Published: 2026-10-14T20:39:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610140312.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336515-en.html
- anchor: #n3367916
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台北101

民進黨立委賴惠員因在備詢時評論台北101董事長賈永婕的服裝用詞引發爭議，晚間表示深感不安並承諾深刻檢討；總統賴清德則強調台灣是自由多元社會，不應以穿著評斷專業。

Facts:
- Dispatch dated the 14th
- 1151014

## New Taipei to hold its largest annual job fair on 10/17, offering more than 2500 openings

- Published: 2026-10-14T20:39:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610140311.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336516-en.html
- anchor: #n3367917
- Companies mentioned: 彩富電子、仁大資訊、南亞塑膠、鼎泰豐、神旺商務酒店、雲雀國際、鬍鬚張

The New Taipei City Labor Affairs Department announced that it will hold its largest annual job fair at the Sanchong Comprehensive Sports Hall on October 17. A total of 70 well-known companies will set up booths, with more than 2500 jobs expected to be available.

Facts:
- More than 2500
- 70 companies
- NT$100,000
- 160 positions
- NT$300

## International Smart Energy Week opens as companies target rooftop solar and AI power opportunities

- Published: 2026-10-14T20:37:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610140310.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336517-en.html
- anchor: #n3367918
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、聯合再生能源、元晶太陽能、雲豹能源、泓德能源、中美晶、工研院、天能綠電、台普威能源、星星電力、TAITEN

The 2026 Taiwan International Net-Zero Sustainability Expo and Smart Energy Week opened in Taipei’s Nangang District. 聯合再生能源 and 元晶太陽能 focused on rooftop solar, while 雲豹能源 and 泓德能源 made moves in energy storage and AI power services.

Facts:
- Annual new installations could reach 1GW
- Taiwan currently adds about 500 to 700MW of rooftop solar capacity each year
- An additional 200 to 300MW could be added annually
- Inquiries from US buyers have already exceeded 1GW
- Tianchen series modules with a maximum output of 625W
- Completed the acquisition this year of operational solar projects totaling 187MW
- Cumulative green electricity wheeled has exceeded 800 million kWh
- Its Starship fast-charging network currently has more than 300 charging stations across Taiwan
- Including more than 20 high-power 360kW supercharging stations

## IMF chief: US cannot escape debt through economic growth alone; China should boost domestic demand

- Published: 2026-10-14T20:37:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610140309.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336518-en.html
- anchor: #n3367919
- Companies mentioned: 國際貨幣基金（IMF）、世界銀行（World Bank）、中央社

IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva said at the annual meeting in Bangkok that economic growth alone would not allow the US to escape its high debt burden, and that it needed to adjust its tax system or spending. China should shift its growth model from export-driven to one focused on domestic consumption, she said, also noting rising debt-servicing costs for low-income countries and the need for Europe to increase investment.

Facts:
- 已由10年前的6%
- To 14%

## Digital Queen’s Head project questioned; 數發部: scope is far wider than Queen’s Head

- Published: 2026-10-14T20:32:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610140308.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336512-en.html
- anchor: #n3367915
- Companies mentioned: 民眾黨立法院黨團、數發部、數產署、交通部觀光署、米斯數位、紅番茄愛娛樂、夢想創造、LiveABC

The Taiwan People’s Party questioned whether the 數發部’s “Digital Queen’s Head” project modeled only a single site and misused its budget. The 數發部 clarified that the modeling covered about 3 hectares in Area 2 of Yehliu Geopark, and said the project was suspended because the 115 budget was cut.

Facts:
- 30,000 square meters
- NT$20 million
- NT$11.26 million
- 9 cross-ministry and cross-industry discussion meetings
- 38 independent game developers
- Cumulative attendance reached 100,000
- 21 ministry and agency sites

## Zhang Jun and Yu Shuzhen canvass remote townships; Wei Jiaxian proposes improving procedures for gender equality cases

- Published: 2026-10-14T20:31:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610140307.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336499-en.html
- anchor: #n3367913

In the Hualien County magistrate election, independent candidate Zhang Jun pledged to build partnerships with 13 townships and cities to narrow development gaps. Kuomintang candidate Yu Shuzhen put forward transportation and tourism proposals for the east coast, while independent candidate Wei Jiaxian focused on protecting victims in gender equality cases and streamlining case-handling procedures.

Facts:
- 13 townships and cities
- 110

## Belize PM: China’s sanctions on foreign minister are unreasonable; will strengthen support for Taiwan

- Published: 2026-10-14T20:28:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610140306.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336500-en.html
- anchor: #n3367914
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中央訊息、國際貨幣基金（IMF）、世界銀行（World Bank）、中國外交部

Belize Prime Minister John Briceño responded to China’s sanctions against his country’s foreign minister, Francis Fonseca, saying the measures were unreasonable and wrong. He stressed that they would not affect relations with Taiwan, but would instead strengthen Belize’s resolve to support Taiwan.

Facts:
- Bangkok, 14 dispatch
- 中國外交部 issued a statement on the 12th
- 1151014

## Jia Yong-jie to give Chiang Wan-an and Shen Po-yang tea sets, hoping to promote new 台北101 products

- Published: 2026-10-14T20:23:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610140305.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336488-en.html
- anchor: #n3367908
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台北101、國立故宮博物院、故宮

台北101 Chairwoman Jia Yong-jie said she would give Chiang Wan-an and Shen Po-yang “節節如意・101典藏茶禮組” tea sets, hoping the two would pose for photos to promote new 台北101 products. 台北101 has also partnered with 故宮 on co-branded cultural and creative products and an online exhibition.

Facts:
- More than 50 limited-edition co-branded cultural and creative products
- 89th-floor observatory
- Through January 31, 2027
- 1151014

## Shih Hsin rents Taipei Arena for anniversary celebration; student groups protesting are blocked from entering

- Published: 2026-10-14T20:16:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610140304.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336455-en.html
- anchor: #n3367907
- Companies mentioned: 世新大學、世新學權前進陣線、高教工會、台灣大學勞工社、政治大學種子社

世新大學 held its 70th anniversary celebration at Taipei Arena. Student groups including the Student Rights Front protested outside over the allocation of university resources, demanding the return of department offices, transparent resources and freedom of speech. Security guards blocked the groups from entering with signs, leading to pushing and clashes. The university had not yet responded to their demands.

Facts:
- 70th anniversary celebration
- 4 demands
- NT$1 million in prize money

## Mont Blanc “grows taller”: latest measurement nearly 2 meters higher than in 2023

- Published: 2026-10-14T20:11:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610140303.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336433-en.html
- anchor: #n3367890
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、法新社

The latest measurement of France’s highest peak, Mont Blanc, found it nearly 2 meters higher than its 2023 recorded height, at 4807.47 meters. Surveyors said the summit’s height varies with changes in its covering of ice and snow. The data will help with long-term analysis of climate change’s effects on the Alps.

Facts:
- 4807.47 meters
- 1.88 meters
- Nearly 2 meters
- More than 2 meters
- 4792 meters

## Proposed parental leave expansion to age 8; civic groups urge legislature to pass bill promptly

- Published: 2026-10-14T20:03:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610140302.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336426-en.html
- anchor: #n3367889
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、勞動部、立法院、托育及就業政策催生聯盟、托盟

立法院朝野協商性別平等工作法等草案，勞動部同意將育兒假適用年齡從6歲放寬至8歲，民間團體托育及就業政策催生聯盟（托盟）呼籲立院儘速三讀通過，並建議考量特殊照顧與單親家庭需求。

Facts:
- Parental leave eligibility extended to age 8
- Raised from age 6 to 8
- Expanded to age 12
- After more than 5 years of advocacy
- Spousal paternity leave increased by only 7 days
- Extend the period for claiming childcare leave allowances to 9 months

## Ukraine: SpaceX restrictions on Starlink operations disrupt Ukrainian military drone missions

- Published: 2026-10-14T19:58:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610140301.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336388-en.html
- anchor: #n3367887
- Companies mentioned: SpaceX、太空探索科技公司、中央社

Ukrainian officials said SpaceX has restricted Starlink services, stopping military versions from operating at speeds exceeding 100 miles per hour and disrupting Ukrainian military drone missions.

Facts:
- Speeds exceeding 100 miles per hour
- About 160 kilometers
- Speeds of only 110 to 120 kilometers per hour
- Interrupted for 10 to 20 seconds

## Over campaign rally land use, Huang Kuo-chang invites Huang Shih-chieh to a public debate

- Published: 2026-10-14T19:57:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610140300.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336389-en.html
- anchor: #n3367888
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、民進黨、民眾黨、農田水利署、農業部、台灣民眾黨中央委員會

針對民進黨桃園市長參選人黃世杰在農田水利署土地舉辦競選造勢活動，民眾黨主席黃國昌表示將持續追蹤此事，並邀請黃世杰公開辯論，同時要求農業部與農田水利署提供租約資訊。

Facts:
- 3 demands
- 彰化14日電
- 1151014

## 移工搭台鐵遺落400萬查出地下匯兌 涉案2女獲緩刑

- Published: 2026-10-14T19:52:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610140299.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336301-en.html
- anchor: #n3367764
- Companies mentioned: 台鐵、中央社、南檢、鐵警局高雄分局、小薇小吃店

越南籍移工搭台鐵遺落400萬元現金，台南地檢署追查發現涉及地下匯兌。涉案2名女子獲緩刑，全案可上訴。

Facts:
- NT$4 million
- Pay NT$300,000 to the public treasury
- Pay 50,000 to the treasury
- Handled remittances totaling 7,033,440
- Earned 19,150 in handling fees
- Handled remittances totaling 222,262,652

## Taipei Veterans General Hospital launches first ski medicine clinic; more than 600 visits, knee injuries most common

- Published: 2026-10-14T19:50:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610140298.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336282-en.html
- anchor: #n3367758
- Companies mentioned: 台北榮民總醫院、中央社

Taipei Veterans General Hospital launched the first sports medicine clinic for skiing, with more than 600 visits over the past 4 months. The knee was the most commonly injured area. Doctors advised patients to use quantitative assessments during rehabilitation and avoid rushing back to the slopes.

Facts:
- More than 600 visits
- Over the past 4 months
- First-time patients account for about 4 to 5 tenths
- 單板滑雪傷者約4成是膝蓋受傷
- 雙板滑雪傷者膝蓋受傷比例更高達5成

## Airstrike on gold mine causes civilian casualties; tensions on Egypt-Sudan border test ties

- Published: 2026-10-14T19:50:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610140297.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336283-en.html
- anchor: #n3367759
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、mining.com、緊急律師、蘇丹論壇報、蘇丹醫生網絡、埃及獨立報、瑞士廣播電視台

Sudan accused Egyptian warplanes of striking a gold mining area along the border, causing dozens of civilian casualties. Egypt's military said it had targeted illegal mining but did not confirm crossing the border, putting relations between the countries to the test.

Facts:
- At least 72 civilians killed
- Death toll could exceed 200
- At least several hundred injured
- At least 13 dead
- And 28 injured
- More than 5 missiles
- Carry out a large-scale operation in Stage 3

## 國台辦對沈伯洋父親另家公司懲戒 陸委會：干擾民主選舉

- Published: 2026-10-14T19:45:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610140296.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336284-en.html
- anchor: #n3367760
- Companies mentioned: 國台辦、陸委會、兆億有限公司、VWAY、VWAY CO.,LTD.、中央社、文匯報

國台辦宣布對沈伯洋父親沈土城旗下另一家公司VWAY實施懲戒，陸委會批評此舉為干擾台灣民主選舉的惡劣作為，沈伯洋則回應稱相關指控為舊謠言。

Facts:
- June 2025
- 1151014

## 張仁瑋、林泓弦練功有成 日本冬季聯盟炒熱沖繩棒球

- Published: 2026-10-14T19:45:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610140295.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336285-en.html
- anchor: #n3367761
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、日本冬季聯盟、JWL、中職、中信兄弟、統一7-ELEVEn獅、日本越洋航空、琉球銀行綜合研究所、國立體育大學、台灣工業技術研究院、多倫多藍鳥隊

日本冬季聯盟（JWL）社長鷲崎一誠來台宣傳，回顧張仁瑋、林泓弦等台灣球員透過該聯盟成為中職主力的成果，並宣布今年將與台灣工研院合作導入追蹤系統，同時期待更多台灣球員及球迷參與。

Facts:
- From 16 countries and regions
- 5th edition
- To be held from Nov. 21 to Dec. 17
- A total of 437 players have taken part
- From 8 countries
- 50 teams
- Generate 630 million yen in economic benefits
- Registration closes Nov. 6

## Taichung Shopping Festival kicks off Oct. 24, links nearly 270,000 businesses to boost economy

- Published: 2026-10-14T19:45:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610140294.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336286-en.html
- anchor: #n3367762
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、經發局、台中通TCPASS

The Taichung Shopping Festival kicks off on Oct. 24 and runs through Dec. 25, linking nearly 270,000 businesses under the theme “City of Champions.” Consumer spending across the first 7 editions totaled more than 180 billion yuan, and the 8th edition is expected to bring the total to 200 billion yuan. With its budget frozen, this could be the final edition during Lu Shiow-yen's tenure.

Facts:
- Dec. 25
- Nearly 270,000 businesses
- 8th session
- 2.5 billion yuan
- 37.4 billion yuan
- 180 billion yuan
- 200 billion yuan
- NT$3000
- NT$100,000
- Million

## Shen Po-yang shares campaign journey in “A Letter to Party Members”

- Published: 2026-10-14T19:44:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610140293.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336297-en.html
- anchor: #n3367763
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、民進黨、民進黨台北市黨部

民進黨台北市黨部表示，本週寄出市長參選人沈伯洋「給黨員的一封信」分享參選心路歷程；並預告10月底發布「議員全壘打，共同配票」策略，結合26位提名議員參選人聯合競選，爭取市長勝選及議會席次最大化。

Facts:
- In the more than 40 years of my life
- To be announced at the end of October
- For the first time in more than 10 years
- Bring together 26 nominated councilor candidates
- After the candidate number drawing results are announced on Oct. 23

## Japan's agriculture minister resigns amid election shuttle bus and budget-cutting controversies

- Published: 2026-10-14T19:42:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610140292.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336270-en.html
- anchor: #n3367757

Japanese Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Minister Kazuo Yana submitted his resignation to Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi after facing questions over free shuttle buses arranged during an election campaign, which were suspected of violating the Public Offices Election Act, and controversy over cuts to local road budgets.

Facts:
- During the October 2024 election campaign
- Before 6:30 p.m.

## 2027萬金石馬拉松15日登記 移除大魔王坡

- Published: 2026-10-14T19:38:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610140291.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336257-en.html
- anchor: #n3367750
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、新北市府、Facebook

The 2027 New Taipei City Wan Jin Shi Marathon will take place on March 21 next year. The course will remove McDonald's Hill, dubbed the “boss-level” challenge by runners, replacing it with a flatter stretch of Route 2's Huanjin Road. A birthday promotion limited to 25-year-olds will mark the event's 25th edition.

Facts:
- 2027 New Taipei City Wan Jin Shi Marathon
- To take place on March 21 next year
- 25th edition
- Around the 33- to 35-kilometer mark
- Remove about 2 kilometers of McDonald's Hill
- Six-time champion
- Complete a three-peat
- Birthday promotion limited to 25-year-olds
- Born on March 21, 2002
- 25 people will be drawn in each group
- 自10月15日中午12時起接受報名
- Drawing results to be announced on the morning of Nov. 3

## Reuters: China makes first purchase of 8 to 10 shiploads of U.S. soybeans after Trump-Xi meeting

- Published: 2026-10-14T19:37:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610140290.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336258-en.html
- anchor: #n3367751
- Companies mentioned: 路透社、中央社、中國國有貿易公司

路透社引述消息指出，中國國有貿易公司於川習會後首次採購8至10船美國大豆，每船約6萬5000公噸，預計自12月起裝運。

Facts:
- 8 to 10 shiploads
- 65,000 metric tons
- 30 billion U.S. dollars
- 13.7 million metric tons
- 25 million metric tons

## Lin Chia-lung visits Poland, announces Taiwan-Poland semiconductor resilience cooperation

- Published: 2026-10-14T19:35:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610140289.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336253-en.html
- anchor: #n3367749
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、工研院、宏碁

外交部長林佳龍率團訪波蘭，宣布台灣與波蘭建立功率氮化鎵晶片技術合作計畫，並參訪宏碁波蘭廠及援助中心。

Facts:
- About 20,000 square meters
- About 400 employees

## Chiang Chi-chen touts Taichung as robotics manufacturing hub; Ho Hsin-chun to hold rally and hand out campaign ribbons

- Published: 2026-10-14T19:29:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610140288.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336236-en.html
- anchor: #n3367679
- Companies mentioned: 亞洲牙醫聯盟、喬治亞理工學院、梨山原韻茶庄

Kuomintang Taichung mayoral candidate Chiang Chi-chen unveiled his “Taichung Smart Manufacturing” platform, aiming to make the city a robotics manufacturing hub. DPP candidate Ho Hsin-chun announced plans to hold a rally on the 18th and distribute campaign ribbons.

Facts:
- 2026 Nine-in-One Elections
- Taichung, 14
- To hold on the 18th
- 4 p.m. on the 18th

## Heilongjiang delegation visits Iturup Island; Japan lodges protest, China calls it friendly exchange

- Published: 2026-10-14T19:28:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610140287.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336237-en.html
- anchor: #n3367680
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、共同社、俄新社

A delegation from China's Heilongjiang province visited Iturup Island, which is disputed between Russia and Japan. Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi said the visit was “absolutely unacceptable” and lodged a protest, while China's Foreign Ministry called it a friendly exchange.

Facts:
- （中央社台北14日電）
- 共同社 reported on the 13th and 14th
- The visit took place from Oct. 9 to 11

## Hualien's Ji'an Township breaks ground on health park, a new one-stop medical and long-term care landmark

- Published: 2026-10-14T19:27:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610140286.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336238-en.html
- anchor: #n3367681
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、花蓮縣政府、吉安鄉衛生所、花蓮縣衛生局

花蓮縣政府 held a groundbreaking ceremony for the health park in Ji'an Township. The project received central government approval for NT$125 million in funding and will include a 4-story complex integrating a smart health center, outpatient center and long-term care facility, aiming to create a new one-stop medical and long-term care landmark to meet the needs of an aging society.

Facts:
- People aged 65 and over account for more than 22%
- Total funding of NT$125 million approved by the central government
- 4-story complex
- Day care center serving 45 people
- Increase of about 20%
- Providing convenient health care resources to residents of all 13 townships and cities

## Lee Chuan proposes new immigrant policy, integrating interpretation services and startup loan interest subsidies

- Published: 2026-10-14T19:18:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610140285.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336218-en.html
- anchor: #n3367598
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中國國民黨、民眾黨

Lee Chuan, the KMT's New Taipei mayoral candidate, proposed a new immigrant policy that includes integrating a database of interpreters, promoting multilingual services, subsidizing interest on startup loans and including older new immigrants in the long-term care system.

Facts:
- New Taipei, 14
- 1151014

## GD's 麥當勞中國 campaign ads spread across major cities, drawing attention to possible easing of restrictions on Korean content

- Published: 2026-10-14T19:17:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610140284.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336219-en.html
- anchor: #n3367599
- Companies mentioned: 麥當勞中國、中央社、韓聯社

麥當勞中國 announced a collaboration with South Korean singer G-DRAGON to launch co-branded products and advertisements, with photos of GD appearing in cities including Beijing and Shanghai. South Korean media are watching to see whether the move signals an easing of the restrictions on Korean content. Views are divided, with some saying there are signs of change but a full recovery is unlikely in the short term.

Facts:
- More than 8,000 outlets
- More than 700 McDonald's restaurants
- 16 flagship restaurants

## Taiwan Sime Darby Kia fined NT$2 million by 公平會 over misleading advertising

- Published: 2026-10-14T19:16:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610140283.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336217-en.html
- anchor: #n3367600
- Companies mentioned: 公平會、台灣森那美起亞公司、Kia Sportage、交通部、中央社

公平會 found that Taiwan Sime Darby Kia's advertising was misleading, including claims that the Sportage had a 5-star European NCAP safety rating and specifications and features that did not match the facts. The company was fined a total of NT$2 million.

Facts:
- Total fine of NT$2 million
- Fined NT$1.2 million
- Fined NT$800,000
- 5-star European crash-test safety rating
- TNCAP crash-test rating of 2 stars

## U.S.-Russia diesel deal a “very risky choice,” Italian Prime Minister Meloni says

- Published: 2026-10-14T19:14:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610140282.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336189-en.html
- anchor: #n3367596

Italian Prime Minister Meloni criticized the U.S.-Russia diesel deal as a risky choice, saying it undermines sanctions and funds Russia's war. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and U.S. President Trump also voiced criticism and support, respectively.

Facts:
- More than 300,000 metric tons of diesel
- The EU's 27 member states

## Technology stocks weaken as most Asian markets close lower

- Published: 2026-10-14T19:12:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610140281.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336191-en.html
- anchor: #n3367597
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、艾司摩爾、ASML、博通公司、Broadcom、SK海力士、SK hynix、愛德萬測試、Advantest、輝達、NVIDIA、蘋果、Apple、台積電、盛寶金融、Saxo Markets

Asian markets mostly closed lower amid weaker-than-expected earnings from 艾司摩爾 and negative news for technology stocks. 台積電 is expected to release its earnings tomorrow.

Facts:
- 30% increase
- 2028 capacity
- Closed down 0.1%
- 67,744.29 points
- 24,314.17 points
- Closed down 0.9%
- 3,767.23 points

## Former 中央社 editor-in-chief Wang Ying-chi dies at 90

- Published: 2026-10-14T19:10:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202610140280.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336160-en.html
- anchor: #n3367579
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台北市商業會、中興法商學院、政大新聞研究所、美國密蘇里大學、讀者文摘、世界新聞學院、聯合國新聞處

Former 中央社 editor-in-chief Wang Ying-chi has died at the age of 90. His younger brother Wang Ying-chieh, friend Chen Hsi-fan and former agency president Wang Wan-li, among others, expressed their condolences and recalled his lifelong dedication to 中央社. He served as director of its Washington bureau and as a standing supervisor, among other roles.

Facts:
- Aged 90
- Posted to the United States for 18 years
- Moved to Taiwan with his family in 1949
- Joined 中央社 in 1961
- Became editor-in-chief in 1986
- He was posted to New York in 1988
- It had already closed in 1971 following the Republic of China's withdrawal from the United Nations

## 台泥 breaks ground on Wenshan incinerator upgrade; Chang An-ping hopes power generation will support AI development

- Published: 2026-10-14T19:07:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610140279.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336161-en.html
- anchor: #n3367580
- Companies mentioned: 台泥、台泥文山環保科技、中央社、達和環保

台泥 broke ground on a replacement project for its Wenshan incinerator. The new plant's installed generation capacity will rise from 15MW to 43MW, with power generation efficiency reaching more than 25%. 台泥 Chairman Chang An-ping said he hopes the new plant will generate electricity from recovered resources to support future AI development.

Facts:
- 15MW
- 43MW
- 15%
- 25%
- 5 tenths
- 1,498,936 tons
- 2.255 million tons
- 1.283 million MWh
- 600 tons
- 900 tons
- 1,500 calories
- 3,000 calories

## New Taipei City councilor Lien Feifan investigated in aide-fee case; court orders detention without visitation

- Published: 2026-10-14T19:04:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610140278.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336162-en.html
- anchor: #n3367581
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、國民黨、廉政署、新北地方法院、新北檢、地檢署

新北市議員連斐璠涉詐領助理費，新北檢指揮廉政署搜索並約談，法院裁定連斐璠及蔡姓辦公室主任羈押禁見2月，其餘15名被告分別具保或請回。

Facts:
- Detained and barred from visits for 2 months
- Effective from the 14th
- The other 15 defendants surnamed Lien, Chou and others
- Amounts ranging from NT$10,000 to NT$1 million

## U.S. media: Chinese components help Yemen's Houthi movement build its own medium-range ballistic missile with a range of 1,931 kilometers

- Published: 2026-10-14T19:03:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610140277.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336142-en.html
- anchor: #n3367576
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、Conflict Armament Research、華爾街日報、The Wall Street Journal、Horizon Engage

A report by Conflict Armament Research says Yemen's Houthi movement has used Chinese-supplied components in an attempt to produce its own copy of a medium-range ballistic missile with a range of about 1,931 kilometers.

Facts:
- A range of about 1,200 miles
- 1,931 kilometers

## Power issue on New Taipei Metro's Sanxia-Yingge line repaired; normal service resumes

- Published: 2026-10-14T19:01:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610140276.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336144-en.html
- anchor: #n3367577
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、新北捷運公司

A power issue at Yingge Station on the New Taipei Metro's Sanxia-Yingge line, caused by abnormal contact between the conductor rail and current collector, was repaired, and normal service resumed at 4 p.m.

Facts:
- Repairs completed and normal service resumed at 4 p.m.
- Normal service maintained with 6-minute headways
- At around 5 a.m. today

## Taiwan stocks close higher as foreign selling eases; Taiwan dollar reverses losses to end 4-session losing streak

- Published: 2026-10-14T19:00:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610140275.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336145-en.html
- anchor: #n3367578
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台積電

Taiwan stocks ended a 4-session losing streak and closed higher as foreign selling eased. The Taiwan dollar recovered after falling sharply intraday, ending its 4-session losing streak.

Facts:
- Closed at NT$32.073
- Rose 1.2 fen
- Total trading value of US$3.3835 billion
- Dumped NT$165.342 billion worth of Taiwan stocks
- Total trading value surged to US$7.1145 billion
- Reached 49059.12
- Closed at 48,625.83 points
- Rose 284.52 points
- Sold another NT$20.037 billion worth of Taiwan stocks
- Cumulative withdrawals from Taiwan stocks topped NT$330 billion
- Intraday low of NT$32.228

## 迎戰AI用電平均1年蓋3座 台電規劃15年擴建43座變電所

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:59:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610140274.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336081-en.html
- anchor: #n3367542
- Companies mentioned: 台電、台積電

台電 Chairman Tseng Wen-sheng said the utility plans to build 43 new substations and 1,922 kilometers of new lines over the next 15 years to meet rising electricity demand from AI and the semiconductor industry. It will add about 52GW in substation capacity and invest about NT$30 billion in STATCOM systems to improve grid stability.

Facts:
- 43 new substations
- Over the next 15 years
- 1,922 kilometers of new lines
- About 52GW in additional substation capacity
- Investment of about NT$30 billion
- About 52 billion kWh this year
- 110 billion kWh in 2035
- Tainan Science Park's power load is expected to reach about 4GW in 2031
- Prioritize improvements in 18 administrative districts
- Add 25 units
- Total installed capacity of about 26GW
- Power demand of about 120 to 140 kW
- Application for a 100 MW AI data center
- Funding needs could reach NT$150 billion

## Rain to increase in Yilan on 10/15; western Taiwan should watch for day-night temperature swings before 10/20

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:58:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610140273.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336082-en.html
- anchor: #n3367543
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中央氣象署

Weather Administration forecaster Wang Pinxiang said rainfall will be more noticeable in Yilan on 10/15. From the 16th to the 20th, the western half of Taiwan will see large day-night temperature swings, with local lows possibly falling below 20 degrees Celsius. Tropical Depression TD33 could strengthen into the 29th typhoon, Peipah.

Facts:
- Moisture will increase slightly tomorrow, with more noticeable rain in Yilan
- Moisture will be limited from the 16th to the 20th, but the western half of Taiwan will see large day-night temperature swings
- Local temperatures below 20 degrees Celsius are possible
- Temperatures will be slightly cool in the north and northeast, with highs of about 28 to 30 degrees
- About 32 to 33 degrees in central and southern Taiwan
- Highs will reach above 30 degrees across Taiwan during the day
- About 33 to 35 degrees in central and southern Taiwan
- Lows of about 23 to 25 degrees
- The next surge of the northeast monsoon will strengthen from the 21st
- Highs will dip slightly to 28 to 29 degrees only in northern Taiwan
- Tropical Depression TD33 was over waters east of Guam this afternoon
- About 4,540 kilometers east-southeast of Eluanbi
- If it becomes a typhoon, it will be this year's 29th, named Peipah
- It is forecast to approach the Ryukyu Islands around the 19th and 20th

## Northern section of the Taoyuan Metro Green Line races to open; 2 more stations unveiled, preparations underway ahead of trial runs

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:57:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610140272.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336070-en.html
- anchor: #n3367544
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、西門子團隊、桃園市政府捷運工程局、交通部公路局中壢工務段、大園區公所

The 7 stations on the northern section of the Taoyuan Metro Green Line are racing to open by the end of this year. Mayor Chang San-cheng toured stations G14 and G15 and confirmed that signal-system and train testing had been completed. Preparations ahead of trial runs are expected to begin in late October.

Facts:
- 7 stations
- G14 Station
- G15 Station
- 10 trains
- About 3 kilometers long
- About 5.8 kilometers

## 外交部：波札那中國聲明損台灣主權 妄圖以認知戰改變現狀

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:56:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610140271.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336069-en.html
- anchor: #n3367545
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、外交部、波札那共和國、中國、中共政府、中華人民共和國、中華民國台灣

外交部 strongly protested the joint statement issued by Botswana and 中國 reaffirming the One China principle, saying 中國 denigrated Taiwan's sovereignty and sought to change the status quo through cognitive warfare. It reiterated that the two sides of the Taiwan Strait are not subordinate to each other.

Facts:
- UN General Assembly Resolution 2758
- Dispatch dated the 14th

## Separated by White Terror, couple reunited to grow old together after 73 years

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:53:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610140270.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336083-en.html
- anchor: #n3367546
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、高雄市政府、漢來大飯店、高雄市政府社會局

高雄市政府 held its “115年 Silver-Age Wedding Celebration” to honor 112 couples married for more than 50 years. The longest-married couple were Mr. and Mrs. Tai, who have been together for 73 years; he is 100 years old and she is 96. Other couples included Mr. and Mrs. Lin, married for 72 years, and a platinum-anniversary couple from Lingya District, married for 70 years.

Facts:
- 112 older couples in Kaohsiung married for more than 50 years
- Married for more than 50 years
- Grandfather is 100 years old
- Grandmother is 96 years old
- 3 platinum-anniversary couples
- 31 diamond-anniversary couples
- 78 golden-anniversary couples
- Separated for about 10 years
- Raised 3 children
- Married for 72 years
- A platinum-anniversary couple married for 70 years

## Indonesian haze affects neighboring countries; air pollution in western Singapore reaches highest level, schools in Timor-Leste close for 3 days

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:53:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610140269.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336127-en.html
- anchor: #n3367575
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、法新社、新加坡國家環境局、世界衛生組織

Haze from forest fires in Indonesia has triggered a regional crisis. The air pollution index in western Singapore reached the highest level, “very high,” and Timor-Leste announced that schools nationwide would close for 3 days to protect the health of students and staff.

Facts:
- 288 micrograms per cubic meter
- Annual average standard of 5 micrograms
- Closed for 3 days

## Taiwan stocks had 5.427 million trading accounts in September, up 137,000 from the previous month

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:48:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610140268.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335977-en.html
- anchor: #n3367442
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台灣證券交易所

According to statistics from 台灣證券交易所, the Taiwan Stock Exchange's main board had 5,427,896 trading accounts in September, an increase of about 137,000 from August. During the same period, the share of day-trading turnover and the average daily number of day traders both declined, while the share of ETF turnover rose.

Facts:
- The main board had 5,427,896 trading accounts in September
- 5,290,816 in August
- Individual investors accounted for 51.11% of turnover value
- Foreign investors accounted for 38.40% of turnover value
- Trading volume turnover rate of 11.16%
- Day trading accounted for 38.31% of turnover value
- Average of 175,749 day-trading accounts per day
- ETFs accounted for 7.05% of turnover value
- Regular fixed-amount investments totaled about NT$36.572 billion

## The most painful surgery can make even breathing unbearable; Linkou Chang Gung uses nerve cryoablation for pain relief

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:46:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610140267.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335978-en.html
- anchor: #n3367443
- Companies mentioned: 林口長庚醫院、桃園長庚醫院、中央社

林口長庚醫院 has introduced cryoablation nerve-block technology to address severe pain after traditional open-heart surgery. An extremely cold probe freezes the intercostal nerves to provide stable pain relief for 3 to 6 months. The technique has so far been successfully used on 6 patients.

Facts:
- A 20- to 30-centimeter incision through the middle of the breastbone
- Can provide stable pain relief for 3 to 6 months
- Using an extremely cold probe at minus 60 to minus 80 degrees Celsius
- Successfully used on 6 patients who underwent open-heart surgery

## Gravel truck rear-ends 4 vehicles on Suhua Highway; car crushed in collision, 1 dead

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:44:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610140266.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335979-en.html
- anchor: #n3367444

A man surnamed Lo was driving a gravel truck on the Wuta section of the Suhua Highway on Provincial Highway 9 when he rear-ended vehicles ahead after failing to notice traffic in front, causing a 5-vehicle crash. A passenger in a car crushed between the gravel truck and a tour bus, a man surnamed Qu, died after being taken to hospital. Another 4 injured people were also taken to hospital. The cause of the crash is under investigation.

Facts:
- 5 vehicles collide
- 127.4 kilometers
- 10:52 a.m.
- 12:15 p.m.
- 2:02 p.m.
- A total of 4 injured people

## 台史博 Mazu exhibit reveals Mazu through Dutch eyes; pilgrims' gear goes on display at museum

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:44:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202610140265.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335980-en.html
- anchor: #n3367445
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台史博、國立台灣歷史博物館、荷蘭國家博物館、Rijksmuseum、三郊營仔脚朝興宮温陵廟

台史博's “Myriad Manifestations of the Heavenly Queen” exhibition opened today, displaying Qing Dynasty Mazu sacred-event illustrations, a miniature Mazu statue and pilgrims' gear on loan from 荷蘭國家博物館, among other items, to present the different faces of Mazu worship across eras and cultures.

Facts:
- 4.8 centimeters tall
- 7 Qing Dynasty “Mazu Sacred Event Illustrations”
- Through May 16, 2027

## Turkish pro-opposition TV station raided and taken over; 11 arrested, channel taken off air

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:41:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610140264.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335981-en.html
- anchor: #n3367446
- Companies mentioned: 中央訊息、中央社、法新社、人民電視台、Halk TV、X、T24、新黨、Yeni Parti、土耳其記者工會

Turkish police raided the headquarters of opposition-leaning Halk TV (人民電視台), arrested 11 people and appointed a trustee to take over the channel, halting its live broadcasts. The move drew strong condemnation from the opposition 新黨 and the journalists' union, which viewed it as an act of media suppression.

Facts:
- 11 arrested
- Arrest warrants issued for 17 people
- The remaining 6 wanted individuals
- About 400 defendants

## Chiang Wan-an visits Taipei Expo Park and Taiping Market at dawn; continues campaign push outside official duties

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:40:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610140263.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336010-en.html
- anchor: #n3367447
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、國民黨、民進黨

蔣萬安清晨訪花博公園、太平市場與幸安市場，與民眾及攤商互動爭取支持；競辦解釋未公開行程考量安全動線。此外，針對蔣萬安提出遷移松山機場打造台北AI園區的規劃，民進黨參選人沈伯洋質疑其邏輯，蔣萬安競辦反嗆沈伯洋對產業發展無知。

Facts:
- At around 6 a.m.
- The achievements of the past 4 years
- 1151014

## First-ever motorcycle license plate angle rules set, expected to take effect in July 116; violators face fines of up to NT$36,000

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:38:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610140262.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335959-en.html
- anchor: #n3367430
- Companies mentioned: 交通部、車輛安全審驗中心、中央社

交通部 is considering a law amendment to establish Taiwan’s first rules governing motorcycle license plate angles, stipulating that plates may not tilt upward by more than 40 degrees or downward by more than 15 degrees. The rules are targeted to take effect in July 116, with violators facing fines of up to NT$36,000.

Facts:
- Upward tilt may not exceed 40 degrees
- Downward tilt may not exceed 15 degrees
- Targeted to take effect next July
- Violators face fines of up to NT$36,000
- Fines of NT$3,600 to NT$36,000 may be imposed

## 看好AI產業鏈價值 施羅德亞洲首檔主動ETF台灣出發

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:37:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610140261.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335960-en.html
- anchor: #n3367431
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、施羅德、施羅德投信、IMF

施羅德 sees value in the AI supply chain and announced the launch in Taiwan of Asia’s first actively managed ETF, the “施羅德 AI Technology Taiwan Equity Active ETF” (00419A), with subscriptions expected to open Nov. 2.

Facts:
- 00419A
- Nov. 2
- 10.7%
- 50,000 points
- 17 times
- 16 times

## CIP says offshore wind tenders failed; Energy Administration: achievements cannot be erased

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:30:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610140260.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335917-en.html
- anchor: #n3367425
- Companies mentioned: 哥本哈根基礎建設基金、CIP、沃旭能源、經濟部能源署、經濟部、金管會

CIP Asia-Pacific Regional President Hsu Nai-wen said the tenders for offshore wind phases 3-1 through 3-3 had failed, and recommended that the government improve the tender specifications and environmental provisions for phase 3-4. The 經濟部能源署 said it was puzzled by CIP’s criticism that the policy had failed, stressing that Taiwan’s achievements cannot be erased and noting that 5GW of installed capacity had been completed.

Facts:
- Offshore wind zone development phases 3-1 to 3-3
- Phase 3-4 tender next year
- Applications for the phase 3-3 tender close at the end of September
- Tendering process expected to be completed by the end of this year
- Financing for wind farm No. 2 targeted for completion by next June
- Beginning with the second round of selection in 2018
- 5GW of installed capacity completed
- Taiwan ranked 5th worldwide in offshore wind in 2025

## President Lai seeks deeper Taiwan-Canada cooperation, focusing on AI, energy and critical minerals

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:28:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610140259.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335922-en.html
- anchor: #n3367426

President Lai Ching-te met with a delegation of Canadian parliamentarians and thanked Canada for countering China’s misrepresentation of UN General Assembly Resolution 2758 and for defending peace in the Taiwan Strait. The two sides will deepen substantive cooperation in complementary areas including AI, energy and critical minerals. Taiwan is Canada’s 6th-largest trading partner in Asia.

Facts:
- UN General Assembly Resolution 2758
- Leading a delegation to Taiwan for the 6th time
- 6th-largest trading partner in Asia

## Election campaign draws near; 民進黨 says polls do not represent votes, urges caution and humility

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:28:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610140258.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335918-en.html
- anchor: #n3367427
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、民進黨、文匯報、大公報

民進黨’s Central Executive Committee discussed the year-end local elections. Spokesperson Wu Cheng and Secretary-General Hsu Kuo-yung stressed that polls do not represent votes and urged party officials to remain vigilant, cautious and humble. Regarding Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Po-yang, the party said his positive coverage was high but the proportion of negative articles was rising, and warned that opponents and foreign forces, such as 文匯報, might launch smear attacks and cognitive warfare.

Facts:
- Only 45 days remain until voting
- 1151014

## Taipei launches tree protection station to provide information amid tree removal concerns

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:27:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610140257.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335923-en.html
- anchor: #n3367428
- Companies mentioned: 台北市政府、中央社、公園處

In response to public concern over tree removals, the 台北市政府 has launched the “Little Tree Protection Station” website, compiling information on disputed cases and supporting documentation. The city government has explained recent cases in five categories: natural disasters, disease, private property, public works and rumors. It also said 42,250 trees had been added from 112 through the end of September 115, and that more than 40,000 more are expected by the end of 119.

Facts:
- About 40 press releases
- 7.67 Daan Forest Parks
- 42,250 trees

## Chen Chun-chi: 41 fishery-electricity co-location sites revoked; young fishers to be guided into aquaculture

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:26:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610140256.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335929-en.html
- anchor: #n3367429

Agriculture Minister Chen Chun-chi said an audit found 41 fishery-electricity co-location sites that must be revoked, and that young fishers will be guided to take over aquaculture operations.

Facts:
- 41 cases
- 1,597 cases
- 3,109 hectares
- 393 cases
- 294 cases

## 台達電 makes major push into hydrogen, partners with 大台北瓦斯 on first domestically made SOFC project

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:19:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610140255.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335883-en.html
- anchor: #n3367409
- Companies mentioned: 台達電、大台北瓦斯、新光集團、中央社

台達電 and 大台北瓦斯 signed an agreement to build Taiwan’s first domestically made 550kW SOFC project. 台達電 also announced that its 2 plants in Tainan are expected to begin trial production by the end of 2026, while its Guanyin site in Taoyuan is expected to enter full production in 2028.

Facts:
- 550kW SOFC project
- At least 5 years required
- Power generation efficiency can reach 60%
- Expected to begin trial production by the end of 2026
- Expected to enter full production in 2028
- Cut on-site deployment time by 50%

## Taekwondo star Hsiao Hsiang-wen humbled to be singled out by president at Asian Para Games flag ceremony, hopes to win gold again

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:18:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610140254.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335884-en.html
- anchor: #n3367410
- Companies mentioned: 中央社

Taiwan’s delegation to the Nagoya Asian Para Games held its flag ceremony, with taekwondo athlete Hsiao Hsiang-wen leading 71 competitors. Hsiao said he was humbled to be acknowledged by President Lai Ching-te and hoped to win gold again. He said his right knee injury had healed and he was preparing intensively for the competition.

Facts:
- Taiwan’s delegation is sending 71 athletes to compete
- The Nagoya Asian Para Games will begin on Oct. 18
- After resting for nearly 2 months
- Win 1 more gold medal for Taiwan

## Retired British navy admiral urges Taiwan to build deterrence to ensure China does not reach risk threshold

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:18:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610140253.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335885-en.html
- anchor: #n3367411

At the 2026 Maritime Security International Conference, retired British navy admiral Potts recommended that Taiwan build deterrence to ensure China does not reach the threshold for taking risks. Scholars from South Korea and Japan also noted that peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait are tied to the economic and national interests of many countries.

Facts:
- 2026 Maritime Security International Conference
- 1151014

## Taichung’s Wenshan incinerator replacement project breaks ground, to become renewable energy park

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:17:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610140252.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335887-en.html
- anchor: #n3367412
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台泥公司、台泥文山環保公司、日本三菱重工

Work has begun on the replacement of Taichung’s Wenshan incinerator. 台泥公司 is taking over the project through a BOT model, with plans to increase waste processing capacity by 50% and transform the site into a renewable energy park.

Facts:
- Daily waste processing capacity will rise from 600 metric tons
- To 900 metric tons
- up 50%
- In operation for more than 30 years
- Abandoning the original NT$1 billion renovation plan for the old facility
- Attracting nearly NT$10 billion in private investment
- 垃圾處理量能提升5成

## Cross-border haze persists as Malaysia and Indonesia discuss cooperation to fight fires

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:14:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610140251.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335749-en.html
- anchor: #n3367408
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、新海峽時報、New Straits Times

Wildfires in Indonesian forests have caused cross-border haze affecting air quality in Malaysia. Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan said the two countries had begun discussions on cooperating to address fires in Kalimantan and Sumatra. APIMS data showed that air pollution readings at 27 monitoring stations in Peninsular Malaysia had reached unhealthy levels. Prime Minister Anwar has discussed countermeasures with Indonesian President Prabowo and plans to raise cross-border haze at the ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, urging implementation of the ASEAN Agreement on Transboundary Haze Pollution.

Facts:
- Of Malaysia’s 68 monitoring stations
- Air pollution readings at 27 stations reached unhealthy levels
- The 49th ASEAN Summit
- Adopted by ASEAN in 2002
- Officially took effect in 2003

## TPP urges attention to offshore wind concerns, review of shared submarine cable corridor plan

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:10:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610140250.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335668-en.html
- anchor: #n3367359
- Companies mentioned: 台灣民眾黨、經濟部、環境部

At a meeting in Changhua, TPP Chairman Huang Kuo-chang put forward three demands: support designating Changhua’s coastal wetlands as internationally important wetlands; review the shared offshore wind cable corridor plan to assess ecological impacts; and clarify disputes over fishing industry losses and compensation. He urged the central government to address local concerns.

## 處理黨員違紀參選 國民黨開鍘何志勇、曹爾元等24人

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:08:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610140249.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335669-en.html
- anchor: #n3367360
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、國民黨

The 國民黨 imposed party discipline ahead of the year-end local elections, with its Central Standing Committee approving sanctions against 24 people in 2 rounds. 10 were expelled from the party and 14 had their party membership revoked; Ho Chih-yung and Tsao Er-yuan had their membership revoked for running in violation of party rules. Party Chair Cheng Li-wun also announced the formation of a central campaign speakers’ team and called for support for a referendum on restarting nuclear power.

Facts:
- Party sanctions against 24 people
- 10 expelled from the party
- 14 had their party membership revoked
- Must wait 3 years before applying for reinstatement
- Must wait 6 years before applying for reinstatement

## ASEAN Briefing, October 14, 2026

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:07:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610143002.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335666-en.html
- anchor: #n3367358
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、路透社、日經亞洲、星報、The Star、彭博、First Finance、柬埔寨證券交易所、CSX、柬中時報、印尼雇主協會、UMFCCI、越南農業與環境部、勞動與社會福利部、新加坡金融管理局、MAS、氣象單位、澳門舉行的亞洲國際酒店用品及食品博覽會、馬來西亞棕油局、MPOB、泰國中央銀行、泰國貨幣政策委員會、MPC、印尼政府

The October 14, 2026 ASEAN briefing covers economic and financial developments across the region: Vietnam’s fruit and vegetable exports rose nearly 2 tenths year on year; more than 9 tenths of job seekers in Laos prefer to work overseas; Singapore’s central bank kept monetary policy unchanged, with the economy growing 5.4% in Q3; the Philippines could face higher prices due to El Niño; Myanmar businesses were invited to attend an exhibition in Macau; Malaysia’s palm oil inventories hit a record high; Thailand’s central bank said there was no urgent need to cut interest rates; Cambodia’s First Finance plans to issue social bonds; and delayed tax refunds have raised concerns among Indonesian businesses.

Facts:
- Vietnam’s fruit and vegetable exports reached nearly US$7.35 billion in the first 9 months of 2026
- Up 19.9% from the same period last year
- Accounting for 63% of total exports during the period
- The United States ranked second, accounting for 7%
- Followed by South Korea, at 3.8%
- As many as 93% hoped to work overseas
- A total of 76,604 people registered as job seekers in Laos
- More than 708,000 Laotian citizens work abroad
- Nearly 95% of them went to Thailand
- A total of 119,382 people found formal jobs
- 15,772 people were employed in Laos
- 103,610 people were employed overseas
- The economy grew 5.4% year on year in Q3
- Slowing from 6.2% in Q2
- Manufacturing grew 7.5% year on year in Q3
- Down from 12.9% in the previous quarter
- Construction grew 8.8%
- Up from 6.1% in the previous quarter
- Affecting more than nine-tenths of the drinking water supply in Metro Manila
- El Niño is expected to last through the first half of 2027
- The Philippines’ inflation rate rose to 7.2% in September
- The exhibition will run from November 18 to 20
- Palm oil inventories rose 24.5% month on month in September
- To 3.51 million metric tons
- Up 48.8% year on year
- Production rose 16.5% month on month
- To a record 2.12 million metric tons
- Down 12.1% month on month
- To 1.12 million metric tons
- Freight rates in September rose 10% to 15% from August
- Exports rebounded markedly in the first 10 days of October
- October exports are estimated to reach about 1.6 million metric tons
- The next interest rate decision is scheduled to be announced on October 28
- It is also the third company to receive preliminary approval for a bond listing this year
- Plans to introduce a tax on sugar-sweetened beverages in the second half of 2027
- The government estimates that tax revenue will account for about 85% of total revenue in 2027
- The full-year revenue target is 9% higher than this year’s
- Indonesia’s tax revenue rose 24% year on year during months 1 through 9 this year

## Ko Yi-cheng backs Tsai Kang-yung, saying it is good to express one’s views boldly

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:04:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202610140242.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335670-en.html
- anchor: #n3367361
- Companies mentioned: 中央社

Ko Yi-cheng supported Tsai Kang-yung’s attendance at a campaign event, saying it was good to express one’s views boldly; Tang Tsung-sheng commented on Yi-xiang’s impersonation of Shen Po-yang and the criticism it drew, saying he believed things would return to normal after the election.

Facts:
- Taipei, 14th
- Impersonation has been part of Taiwan for 20 years

## K-pop concerts boost hospitality demand, with Japanese visitors showing the strongest interest

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:03:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610140236.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335610-en.html
- anchor: #n3367355
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、線上訂房平台業者、交通部觀光署、Agoda、高雄市政府

韓團演唱會帶動外籍旅客來台，Agoda統計顯示BTS與BIGBANG演唱會期間海外旅客住宿搜尋量大幅成長，其中日本旅客興趣最為顯著；交通部觀光署數據指出今年1至8月來台旅客較去年同期增加2%。

Facts:
- Reached 3.6 times the level of the previous 2 weeks
- Up 38%
- A total of 5,564,858 visitors came to Taiwan
- An increase of 2%
- Generated NT$18.9 billion in tourism revenue
- Held 157 concerts
- Attracted 1.71 million attendees
- More than 6 times the level of the previous 2 weeks
- More than 14 times the level of the previous 2 weeks

## Vatican: Pope undergoes surgery to remove lung adenocarcinoma, spends a peaceful night afterward

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:02:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610140235.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335609-en.html
- anchor: #n3367356
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、法新社、美國肺臟學會

The Vatican said Pope Leo XIV spent a peaceful night after undergoing lung surgery and was diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma. He is expected to need a week to recover, and audiences have been canceled through October 20.

Facts:
- Leo XIV is 71 years old
- The leader of 1.4 billion Catholics worldwide
- The pope spent 3 hours in the operating room
- The surgery itself lasted about 90 minutes
- The pope is expected to need about a week to recover
- Through October 20

## Golden Horse masterclass reveals more instructors, including the behind-the-scenes force behind “Parasite”

- Published: 2026-10-14T18:01:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202610140234.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335611-en.html
- anchor: #n3367357
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、CAA

The Golden Horse masterclass announced its latest lineup of instructors, including Oscar-winning behind-the-scenes talents such as producer Ed Guiney, “Parasite” sound director Choi Tae-young and editor Yang Jin-mo, as well as art director Keiko Mitsumatsu and CAA agent Wei Zhou.

Facts:
- More than 300 works
- Nominated for the Grand Bell Awards 17 times
- Won 3 Best Sound awards
- Works he participated in were selected for the Cannes main competition 7 times

## 郭哲敏地下匯兌等案 最高法院判刑9年8月定讞

- Published: 2026-10-14T17:56:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610140233.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335552-en.html
- anchor: #n3367354
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、新北地方法院、台灣高等法院、最高法院、台灣高檢署、88會館

88會館負責人郭哲敏涉非法匯兌、賭博等罪，最高法院駁回檢方上訴，全案定讞，判處9年8月徒刑。

Facts:
- Sentence reduced to 9 years and 8 months
- Illegal profits of more than NT$3.5 billion
- Handled more than NT$20 billion
- Sentenced to 11 years and 8 months in prison
- Handled more than NT$21.8 billion in foreign exchange transactions
- Made NT$126 million in profits
- Voluntarily surrender all NT$77.59 million-plus in proceeds from underground currency exchange

## Covering solar, geothermal and wind power, 星耀投控 hopes to list on the Emerging Stock Market in the first half of next year

- Published: 2026-10-14T17:55:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610140232.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335452-en.html
- anchor: #n3367225
- Companies mentioned: 星耀投控、星耀能源、達耀、友達、台灣人壽、富邦人壽、富邦新創、中油、福爾摩沙一號、中央社

星耀投控 is expanding into solar, geothermal and wind power. It is jointly invested in by 友達, 台灣人壽 and 富邦人壽, and is expected to list on the Emerging Stock Market in the first half of next year.

Facts:
- Holds a 33% stake
- Each holds a 30% stake
- Holds a 7% stake
- Invested in 7.5% of 福爾摩沙一號
- Consolidated revenue of about NT$1.36 billion
- After-tax net profit of about NT$269 million
- Up 32% year over year
- Earnings per share (EPS) of NT$3.67

## Hong Kong woman’s home displays “Liberate Hong Kong” papers; prosecution establishes a case under national security law

- Published: 2026-10-14T17:55:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610140231.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4335453-en.html
- anchor: #n3367226
- Companies mentioned: 明報網站、中央社

Yang Qiu-qi, a 61-year-old Hong Kong woman, allegedly displayed papers bearing phrases including “Liberate Hong Kong” and the British Hong Kong flag at her home. A judge ruled that the prosecution had established a case under the national security law’s offense of knowingly publishing or displaying material with seditious intent.

Facts:
- 61 years old
- March 23 to November 4, 2024

## From CRO to CDMO! 啟弘生技 marks its 10th anniversary, launching its “Viral Solutions” strategy to make a strong push into the Asia-Pacific biopharma market

- Published: 2026-10-14T19:57:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11172415
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336351-en.html
- anchor: #n3367826
- Companies mentioned: 啟弘生技、ONODERA GT Pharma、TOKIWA Bio、高端疫苗、愛瑪詩生醫、生物技術開發中心、經濟部、生技中心、台康生技、中國醫藥大學附設醫院

啟弘生技 marked its tenth anniversary and announced 4 partnerships with Japanese companies ONODERA GT Pharma and TOKIWA Bio, Taiwan’s 高端疫苗, and Singapore’s 愛瑪詩生醫, strengthening its viral vector manufacturing and supply chain footprint.

Facts:
- 啟弘生技 was spun off from the 生物技術開發中心 in 2016 and recently marked its tenth anniversary.
- 啟弘生技 signed an agreement with Japan's ONODERA GT Pharma to provide CDMO services for adeno-associated virus (AAV) gene therapy products.
- 啟弘生技 expanded its partnership agreement with 高端疫苗 to provide CDMO services supporting process development for second-generation multivalent enterovirus vaccine antigens.
- 啟弘生技 signed an agreement with Singapore-based 愛瑪詩生醫, under which 愛瑪詩生醫 will supply enzymes and key raw materials required for GMP viral vector processes and testing.
- 啟弘生技 Chairman 阮大同 said the company will make “Viral Solutions” its core focus for the next 十年, using Taiwan as a base to deepen its presence in Japan.

## 台達Energy Taiwan 2026登場：SST 直流電力解方與SOFC燃料電池亮相 強攻AI能源未來

- Published: 2026-10-14T19:57:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11172416
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336343-en.html
- anchor: #n3367825
- Companies mentioned: 台達、大台北瓦斯、工研院綠能所、台灣經濟研究院

台達於Energy Taiwan 2026展出微電網核心解方，包括首發的SST直流電力解決方案與SOFC燃料電池，旨在解決AI算力擴張帶來的能源挑戰，並已與大台北瓦斯合作落地實際案例。

Facts:
- 台達於Energy Taiwan 2026以「韌性能源，驅動AI未來」為主題展出。
- 台達首度亮相預製型SST直流電力解決方案，包含SST固態變壓器實機。
- The modular design of the SST DC power solution can cut on-site deployment time by 50%.
- Integrating heat recovery can raise the power generation efficiency of SOFC solid oxide fuel cells to 85%.
- 台達攜手大台北瓦斯打造首例台製550kW SOFC案場。

## Could suspects in Taoyuan beheading and corpse-burning case escape the death penalty? Engineer predicts 3 murder suspects will “live out their days in peace”: Taiwan's problem is not its judges

- Published: 2026-10-14T19:47:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11172377
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336352-en.html
- anchor: #n3367827

“Engineer Looks at Politics” criticized the suspects in the Taoyuan beheading and corpse-burning case, saying they could escape the death penalty. It also accused DPP candidate 沈伯洋 of changing his positions on abolishing the death penalty and drug policies for electoral reasons, and charged Taiwan's justice system and society with hypocrisy.

Facts:
- Early in the morning on Oct. 11, 2026, a 25-year-old woman surnamed 盧 was attacked and her residence set on fire on Yongzhong Road in Bade District, Taoyuan. She died after rescue efforts.
- Police identified a 36-year-old man surnamed 林 as the main suspect in the Taoyuan beheading and arson case and asked the Taoyuan District Court to order his detention without access to visitors.
- “Engineer Looks at Politics” predicted in a Facebook post that the suspect in the Taoyuan case would escape the death penalty and criticized 沈伯洋 for changing his position.
- 沈伯洋 previously supported abolishing the death penalty and equated drugs with medicines, but is now accused of changing his position for electoral reasons.

## Tomorrow's weather / When will the next cold air arrive? It is expected on 1 day! “Area with the heaviest rain revealed”; temperatures dip to 20 degrees. Typhoon 薔琵 track and a week's weather at a glance

- Published: 2026-10-14T19:44:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/lifestyle/11172392
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4336353-en.html
- anchor: #n3367828

Central Weather Administration forecaster 王品翔 outlined the weather for the coming week, saying rain will be significant in Yilan tomorrow. From Friday through next Tuesday, radiative cooling could bring local temperatures below 20 degrees in western Taiwan. Forecasters are also tracking the development of tropical depression TD33 into the year's No. 29 typhoon, 薔琵.

Facts:
- Tomorrow（15日）, rainfall will be more significant in Yilan. Highs will be around 28 to 30 degrees in northern and northeastern Taiwan, and around 32 and 33 degrees in central and southern Taiwan.
- From Friday through next Tuesday（16日至20日）, western Taiwan will see a large day-night temperature difference, with temperatures possibly falling below 20 degrees Celsius in some areas.
- Tropical depression TD33 could strengthen into a light typhoon within two days at the earliest. If it develops into a typhoon, it will be this year's No. 29, 薔琵.
- TD33 is forecast to approach the Ryukyu Islands around next Monday or Tuesday（19、20日） before turning north.