[Survey] 85.7% of people with red, swollen boils treat them based on their own judgment; only 14.3% see a doctor | 67.4% of those who have squeezed a boil themselves say it got worse
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A survey by アイシークリニック, operated by 医療法人社団鉄結会, found that 85.7% of people with red, swollen boils treated them based on their own judgment, while only 14.3% saw a doctor. Among those who had squeezed a boil themselves, 67.4% said it got worse, underscoring the need to promote accurate information and encourage early medical visits.
Facts
With insurance coverage, the estimated cost is around 2,000–5,000 yen with a 30% copayment
72.3% of people feel that skin infections involving pus increase during seasonal transitions
Only 12.7% of people correctly understand the difference between boils and epidermoid cysts
[ブルックス ブラザーズ] Enjoy fall fashion with a fresh take on classic style for adults
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株式会社ブルックス ブラザーズ ジャパン has unveiled new items suited to fall outfits. It is showcasing classic style with pieces such as herringbone jackets and Fair Isle knitwear.
[Hosted by Fukushima Prefecture] Immersive setting meets large-scale matchmaking event: “Okawaso Koi-musubi 2026” to be held on 11/29 (Sun.)
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株式会社オミカレ will take part in “Okawaso Koi-musubi 2026,” a dating event hosted by Fukushima Prefecture, by providing its オミカレLive matchmaking app and supporting event operations and recruitment. The event will be held in Aizuwakamatsu on November 29, with Rie Kitahara and JOY appearing as guest MCs.
北海道別海町役場 adopts conversational AI interview service “エンPeopleX AI面接”
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株式会社PeopleX announced that 北海道別海町役場 has adopted the conversational AI interview service “エンPeopleX AI面接” for hiring members of the Regional Revitalization Cooperation Corps.
Facts
83 Regional Revitalization Cooperation Corps members
【テクノア, specialists in production management and DX】to exhibit at “JIMTOF2026, the 33rd Japan International Machine Tool Fair,” unveiling 4 new solutions for small and medium-sized manufacturers for the first time!
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株式会社テクノア will exhibit at “JIMTOF2026,” held at Tokyo Big Sight in October 2026, and unveil 4 new solutions for small and medium-sized manufacturers: a new production scheduler, an AI input assistance tool, TECHS-S NOA API integration, and TECHS-BK MCP integration.
Plaid to exhibit and speak at “ad:tech tokyo 2026”; joint case study presentation with SBI Securities on optimizing digital ads with completed account openings as the conversion goal
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株式会社プレイド will exhibit at “ad:tech tokyo 2026,” held from October 21 to 23, 2026, and take part in a joint case study presentation with SBI Securities, as well as a session featuring one of its directors.
Discussions will cover a wide range of topics, including “measures against illicit part-time job scams,” “climate change,” “the fusion of cities and culture,” and “education and welfare.” First program lineup announced for “SOCIAL INNOVATION WEEK 2026”
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一般社団法人渋谷未来デザイン has announced the first program lineup for “SOCIAL INNOVATION WEEK 2026,” taking place from November 2 to 8, 2026. Discussions will cover topics including measures against illicit part-time job scams, climate change, cities and culture, and education and welfare.
Taking over Shibuya! Nobuaki Kaneko, Dori Sakurada, Maria Tani, Aju Makita, Michi, Shuntaro Yanagi, Kendjiro Yamashita and others attend “YSL BEAUTY BLOCK PARTY,” a one-day event fusing fragrance and culture
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On October 15, 2026, YSL BEAUTY held “YSL BEAUTY BLOCK PARTY TOKYO EDITION,” a one-day event in Shibuya, attended by celebrities including Nobuaki Kaneko.
Announcement of the “JBL Speaker Stand Giveaway Campaign”
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ハーマンインターナショナル株式会社 will run the “JBL Speaker Stand Giveaway Campaign” starting October 16, 2026, giving speaker stands to purchasers of eligible products.
Shoten Kobo has published a feature on photography equipment from 7 brands and 29 products to coincide with Amazon's Prime Thanksgiving Sale.
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株式会社焦点工房 has published its fall photography equipment feature to coincide with Amazon's Prime Thanksgiving Sale, with discounts of up to 20% on 7 brands and 29 products.
A high school student who was the “biggest troublemaker in school” in the ADHD gray zone shares a message with parents and children facing challenges today. At the “Children's Nicotto Journey” event, kids talked about their dreams and aspirations, sparking a chain reaction of “I want to try it!”—event report
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The ADHD team within 株式会社パステルコミュニケーション's Nicotto Project held the members-only online event “Children's Nicotto Journey” on September 20, 2026, with about 25 parent-child pairs, or 50 people, taking part.
[Machida, Tokyo] Recreating Machida's agriculture in Minecraft!
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Machida City is partnering with 桜美林大学 to hold workshops starting in fiscal 2026 that use Minecraft to recreate the city's agricultural landscapes in a virtual space. The project will be open to the public at the civic collaboration festival in November.
Facts
Population of approximately 430,000
Located about 30 minutes by train from central Tokyo
Piccoma unveils the second wave of its recommended original works for October! 3 new SMARTOON® titles arrive!
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株式会社カカオピッコマ announced that it will begin exclusive, staggered releases of 3 new original SMARTOON® titles on its digital manga and novel service Piccoma starting October 16, 2026.
Facts
3 new original SMARTOON® titles
From Friday, October 16, 2026
Surpassed 50 million cumulative downloads
Companies mentioned：株式会社カカオピッコマ、China Literature、Kuaikan Comics、Faloo、Beijing Kuaikan Dimensional Information
MELON LAB. reaches 75 locations! Its Ichihara Yawatajuku store grand-opens on Saturday, October 17, 2026
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The Ichihara Yawatajuku store, the 75th location for the bakery brand MELON LAB. operated by 株式会社T.O LAB, will open on October 17, 2026. The total number of locations across all brands will reach 119.
Facts
75 locations in total
119 locations in total
Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026
Capital: 3 million yen
Capital: 30 million yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社T.O LAB、株式会社ブライト、GYRO HOLDINGS株式会社、株式会社Brand Bank Company、株式会社 Innovation Planning、株式会社ダルマプロダクション、株式会社ファイブ.シー、株式会社S.E.T、株式会社イーグラント・コーポレーション
“This book is worth 100 therapy sessions.” The Complete Guide to Mental Maintenance: Restore Your Mind and Body Just by Reading goes on sale October 16! With 2.11 million copies sold worldwide, this book is an “instant remedy” for self-care. A free preview is also available!
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株式会社河出書房新社 will publish The Complete Guide to Mental Maintenance: Restore Your Mind and Body Just by Reading, a practical self-care book by Julie Smith, on October 16, 2026. The previous book sold more than 2 million copies worldwide, and this new title is also drawing attention as an instant-remedy-style read, with 2.11 million copies sold worldwide.
Chichibu Yumoto Buko Onsen marks 2.5 years of operation in October 2026. To celebrate the 2.5 (Buko) milestone, it will hold the “Buko Festival”.
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秩父湯元武甲温泉, operated by 株式会社温泉道場, will mark 2.5 years since it began operations in October 2026. To celebrate, it will hold the “Buko Festival,” featuring admission discounts and games.
Don't give up on your dream of becoming a voice actor because of worries about making a living! Companies and schools join forces to support aspiring voice actors' dreams and daily lives. 国際アート＆デザイン大学校声優科 conducts special training.
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The voice acting program at 国際アート＆デザイン大学校, part of NSGグループ, held special training through Persol Tempstaff's “Voice Actor Support Project.” Students learned about work styles and mindsets that can help them balance their dreams with daily life.
7-member idol group CANDY TUNE stars in a new commercial for the used-car information platform カーセンサー! They perform a roll dance to EXILE's hit “Choo Choo TRAIN”
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株式会社リクルート has cast the 7-member idol group CANDY TUNE in a new commercial for the used-car information platform カーセンサー, which will begin airing on TV and streaming online on October 16, 2026.
First overseas-location episode with Tomahawk Onigoe's Kin-chan and Dennis' Matsushita! “New York Yashiki's Golf Friends,” airing October 17 (Sat.) at 10:30
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The golf program “New York Yashiki’s Golf Friends Record” #14, airing on BSよしもと on October 17, is an overseas shoot in Vietnam. New York’s 裕政屋敷, 鬼越トマホーク’s 金ちゃん and デニス’s 松下宣夫 play a round at Tan Son Nhat Golf Course, enjoying conversations with their caddies and the banter unique to comedians who came up together.
billboard classics “Yuki Saito Premium Orchestra Concert” — produced by Satoshi Takebe, scheduled to air and stream on WOWOW in January ’27!
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WOWOW announced that it will air and stream a 4-month special series starting in January 2027, featuring Yuki Saito’s full-orchestra performances, studio live shows and more.
Facts
Scheduled to air and stream on WOWOW in January 2027
Holding a nationwide hall tour, the first in 36 years
Also in 2026
Scheduled to air and stream on WOWOW in February 2027
On the final day, March 23, 2025
Scheduled to air and stream on WOWOW in March 2027
Recording date: February 21, 2024
Recording date: July 27, 2024
Scheduled to air and stream on WOWOW in April 2027
AI turns sales representatives’ self-introductions and proposals into manga: AI manga sales tool “Recoba tools” launches October 16. A complete service from printing to web publication, available starting with 1 user
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株式会社TRY Link will launch “Recoba tools,” a tool that uses AI to turn sales representatives’ self-introductions and proposals into manga, on October 16, 2026. It supports the entire process from printing to web publication and is available to both businesses and individuals.
[Chiba/Sodegaura] Dating event “GAURA MEETS: New Encounters as the Lights Come On,” featuring relaxed socializing through craft activities and sweets, to be held on November 23!
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The dating event “GAURA MEETS,” hosted by 袖ケ浦市, will be held on November 23, bringing participants together through craft activities and sweets.
Snack natto “Nattoba” is here! Japan’s iconic superfood, natto, is combined with terroir from across Japan to create a snack for evening drinks.
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株式会社Shonan Soy Studio will launch “Nattoba,” a low-temperature-dried natto snack, on October 22, 2026. Available in 4 flavors, it offers a new way to enjoy fermented foods.
Mitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking and 慶應義塾大学 jointly develop a “Will Contents Checklist” to improve assessment of a person’s decision-making capacity and understanding of their will when it is prepared; to be introduced at all Mitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking branches
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Mitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking and 慶應義塾大学 developed a “Will Contents Checklist” to improve assessments of decision-making capacity when preparing a will, and will introduce it at all the bank’s branches starting in October 2026.
Facts
Demonstration study involving 135 participants
Operations will begin at all Mitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking branches from October 2026
Local jobs for people who left the island: Miyakojima-based UI-turn media “Island Work Guide” launches
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株式会社島の人事部 launched “Island Work Guide,” a web media outlet featuring interviews with people and companies working in Miyakojima, on October 9, 2026. It features 25 articles on fields including nursing care and construction, aiming to encourage UI-turns and support local employment.
Facts
Oct. 9, 2026
25 articles
Of the 76 people
25 found jobs on the island
2 in 3 people
148 job openings
The effective job-openings-to-applicants ratio averaged 1.56 in fiscal Reiwa 7
Although it has exceeded 1 for 11 consecutive years
[LCD displays] [TFT LCDs] [Touch panels] Introducing GI FAR TFT LCD modules, with a wide lineup ranging from 1.77-inch to 10.1-inch models.
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アスメック株式会社 sells TFT LCD modules made by Taiwan’s GI FAR社, offering a wide lineup ranging from 1.77-inch to 10.1-inch models, diverse interfaces and a high-quality management system backed by certifications.
[Digital signage] [USB camera × Plug and Play] [AI analytics] “Is your digital signage really being seen?” No cloud registration or model deployment required. Just plug in the USB and audience analytics start running.
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OriginalAi Sensing社がAglaiaSense社のエッジAI搭載USBカメラ『MS500-H072-EP-USB』の取り扱いを開始。ソニー製センサーを搭載し、Plug and Playで視聴者分析が可能。
“おふろcafé かりんの湯,” operated by 株式会社ザファーム, has become the first facility in Chiba Prefecture to join J.POSH’s “Day-Use Hot Spring Partner” program and began lending “Bath Time Covers,” special bathing wear for people who have undergone breast cancer surgery, on October 13.
JAEJOONG’s J-Party Asia Tour Fan Concert “GALAXY 1986” Japan performance will receive its exclusive, earliest Japan broadcast on Nico Nico Live on Sunday, March 29!
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株式会社ドワンゴ announced that JAEJOONG’s “GALAXY 1986” Japan performance will be broadcast exclusively for the first time on Nico Nico Live on March 29.
Stocks and forex diverge: Taiwan stocks rebound, but New Taiwan dollar extends slide past NT$32.5
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Foreign investors made a major retreat from Taiwan stocks and repatriated funds, driving the New Taiwan dollar sharply lower past the NT$32.5 level. Despite a gain of more than 500 points in Taiwan stocks today, the currency's slide continued.
China's newly appointed diocesan bishops are getting younger; scholars say Beijing and the Vatican hope to maintain diocesan stability
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
China consecrated 5 young bishops over the past 3 months under its interim agreement with the Vatican. Scholars say the move aims to ensure long-term stability in the dioceses.
Facts
held consecration ceremonies for 5 diocesan bishops
over the past 3 months
including Bishop Chang Yanfeng of the Chifeng Diocese in late July
Bishop Liu Honggang of the Datong Diocese in late August
and Bishop Ding Yang of the Chongqing Diocese in early September
40-year-old Ding Zuyao is the youngest bishop in mainland China
breaking the record held by Chang Yanfeng, the newly appointed bishop of the Chifeng Diocese, who was 42
Pope Leo XIV approved Ding Zuyao's candidacy for bishop on Aug. 24
Trump calls Ukraine's refinery attacks shameful, says Zelensky is "difficult to deal with"
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Ukraine's attacks on Russian refineries as "shameful" and said Zelensky was more difficult to deal with than Putin. Zelensky announced that Ukraine would no longer abide by the ceasefire arrangement for energy facilities, adding another complication to U.S.-Ukraine relations.
Suspected of embezzling nearly NT$400 million, Haiwan International executive released on NT$800,000 bail
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Liu-surnamed head of 海灣國際開發公司 is suspected of embezzling nearly NT$400 million from the company through hotel rents and land transactions. The Taipei District Prosecutors Office ordered a search and released him on NT$800,000 bail.
Facts
Embezzling nearly NT$400 million from the company
Liu was ordered released on NT$800,000 bail
Original每月租金新台幣600多萬元
suspected of causing 海灣國際開發 losses of more than NT$90 million
sold to 海灣建設開發 for more than NT$290 million as part of a development project
Retired man with frequent forgetfulness and falls mistaken for dementia; doctor says normal pressure hydrocephalus is reversible
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A 66-year-old retired man who had memory problems, got lost and fell was mistaken for having dementia. He was diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus at 大千綜合醫院 and recovered after cerebrospinal fluid shunt surgery and rehabilitation. A doctor said the condition can be reversed and urged early diagnosis if older adults develop gait problems, cognitive decline or abnormal urination.
SEMI Americas President Stokunas estimates that, with the expansion of Texas fabs and investments by manufacturers such as 台積電, the U.S. could account for 40% of global capacity for the most advanced semiconductors by the late 2030s. He also identified workforce supply as a key issue and discussed global 12-inch fab equipment spending and the pace of construction starts for new plants.
Facts
the share could reach 40%
More than 70 different companies have invested in Arizona
Global 12-inch fab equipment spending is projected to reach $227 billion in 2029
13 new fabs worldwide are expected to begin operations or produce their first wafers in 2026
The number is expected to rise to 23 in 2027
3 new 12-inch fabs or production lines are expected to begin construction in 2026
Tainan reports 14th imported dengue case; Vietnamese woman falls ill after arriving for work
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Tainan City announced its 14th imported dengue case, involving a Vietnamese woman who fell ill after arriving to work. The Centers for Disease Control under the Ministry of Health and Welfare reported 201 cases nationwide, including 14 local cases and 187 imported cases.
Facts
Tainan City's 14th imported dengue case
A Vietnamese woman in her 40s from Xiqiao Village, Yongkang District
first entered Taiwan for work on Oct. 6
developed a rash, headache, muscle pain and other symptoms on the 13th
Ohtani's 3-run homer awakens Dodgers' bats; Brewers rally to take temporary 5-4 lead
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
In Game 4 of the National League Championship Series, Shohei Ohtani hit a 3-run homer to put the Dodgers ahead, but the Brewers rallied late to take a 5-4 lead in the 6th inning.
After restricting Chinese hybrid and electric vehicles, EU may target chemicals and industrial machinery
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
After reaching an agreement with China to limit sales of hybrid and electric vehicles in the EU, the bloc is considering prioritizing chemicals and industrial machinery for protection against the impact of Chinese competition.
Tainan's 2nd District city council candidate suspected of bribery; 2 people released on bail
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A candidate for city council in Tainan City's 2nd District and his father are suspected of arranging trips to China for voters as bribes. After searches and questioning by the Tainan District Prosecutors Office, they were released on bail of NT$1 million and NT$1.5 million, respectively.
Perseverance and sweat after dark: unsung engineering heroes stitch a new landscape into the ancient city of Tainan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The first phase of Tainan's railway undergrounding project is set to open on Oct. 17. The engineering team overcame challenges including high pressure, complex geology and cultural heritage remains. The construction supervision team from 台灣世曦工程顧問公司 used specialized methods to handle extra-high-voltage cables and diaphragm wall construction, ensuring safety along the tracks and ultimately stitching a new landscape into the ancient city of Tainan.
Facts
a 1.4-meter-high fence
night work required for about 200 days
only about 4 hours of work
must also evacuate before 4:30 a.m.
台電 161KV extra-high-voltage cable
Unable to close a 4.4-meter gap
Ground improvement alone took 8 months
The entire 998-unit project took about 1 year and a half
About 20 archaeological heritage sites were unearthed
New Taipei expands Hakka cultural centers; Yingge center to open in November, Yonghe site still under review
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
As part of New Taipei City's plan to expand its Hakka cultural centers, the Yingge center is scheduled to open on Nov. 9, meeting the target of 10 centers in 8 years; the Yonghe center has no confirmed timeline pending policy review.
Only male contestant in the beauty therapy category wins silver at international skills competition
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwanese vocational skills competitor Ye Cheng-tang, the only male contestant in the beauty therapy category at the International Skills Competition, won silver at the competition in Shanghai, breaking gender barriers.
Facts
54th Regional Skills Competition
55th National Competition
The only male among the 22 contestants in this year's beauty therapy category
AI development must ensure fair distribution, President Lai says; stable power supply in 2035 is no problem
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
President Lai Ching-te said the government has taken stock of electricity needs for economic development, computing power and the AI industry, and that Taiwan will have no problem maintaining a stable power supply through 2035; he also outlined the AI New Ten Major Projects and talent development goals.
Hao Ping's clutch 2-run homer and bat-flip show; 守護者 beat 光芒 to take a 2-1 lead in the American League Championship Series
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
In Game 3 of the American League Championship Series, 守護者 beat 光芒 3-2 to take a 2-1 series lead. Hao Ping hit a go-ahead 2-run homer in the 5th inning and celebrated with a bat flip. Williams pitched 5 innings and struck out 9, drawing high praise from 守護者 manager Vogt and teammate Steven Kwan.
Rate hike expectations and surging infrastructure costs wipe 32 trillion off global AI leaders' market value
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Amid expectations of higher interest rates and soaring financing costs for AI infrastructure, the combined market value of the world's 20 largest AI and semiconductor companies fell by more than US$1 trillion (about NT$32 trillion), with U.S., Japanese and European technology stocks broadly declining.
Facts
About NT$32 trillion
More than US$1 trillion wiped off
Nvidia (輝達) fell 1.84%
AMD (超微) fell 1.5%
Intel (英特爾) fell about 2.8%
Dell Technologies (戴爾) plunged 6.8%
Micron (美光科技) ... bucked the trend, closing up 1.87%
24 Chinese military aircraft and vessels operate around the Taiwan Strait; Taiwan's military closely monitors and responds
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Ministry of National Defense said it detected 24 Chinese military aircraft and vessels operating around the Taiwan Strait from 6 a.m. yesterday to 6 a.m. today, and that Taiwan's military is closely monitoring the situation and responding.
Facts
A total of 24 Chinese military aircraft and vessels
Man takes weight-loss injection and diet pills; low blood sodium sends man weighing over a hundred kilograms to hospital
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A man in his 40s with diabetes was hospitalized with an electrolyte imbalance, low blood sodium and low blood pressure after taking weight-loss medication containing diuretics and thyroid hormones on his own while using a weight-loss injection (incretin) and blood sugar-lowering medication under a doctor's direction. Dr. Chang Chun-cheng, a neurologist at 大甲李綜合醫院, warned that mixing these medications carries serious risks and could cause arrhythmia or heart failure. He recommended combining dietary changes and exercise for weight loss.
台鐵 to issue limited-edition iPASS commemorating Tainan Station's underground conversion; 1000 cards available
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
To commemorate the opening of the first phase of Tainan Station's underground conversion, 台鐵 has partnered with 一卡通公司 to issue 1000 commemorative iPASS cards, priced at NT$150 each. They go on sale online and at physical outlets today.
IPAC reviews UK-China relations as lawmakers across parties call for tighter controls on Chinese influence
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
IPAC released a review of UK-China relations. Shadow Foreign Secretary Tom Tugendhat confirmed that the Foreign Influence Registration Scheme (FIRS) was originally designed to address China, but China has not yet been placed in the enhanced tier, prompting questions and debate among lawmakers.
Facts
IPAC brings together parliamentarians from 45 countries and regional parliaments
More than 320 members
The UK's Foreign Influence Registration Scheme, which took effect in July last year
The junior interior minister responsible for security affairs from September 2022 to July 2024
Companies mentioned：華盛頓郵報、輝達公司、蘋果公司、艾德森家族、Dish Network、路透社、白宮、輝達、Nvidia、蘋果、Apple、布瑞南司法中心、Brennan Center for Justice、洛克希德馬丁公司、Lockheed Martin、微軟、Microsoft、帕蘭泰爾技術公司、Palantir Technologies、中央社
Surangel Whipps Jr.: Palau supports Taiwan; small nations must work together to curb China's assertive actions
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Palau President Surangel Whipps Jr. told Politico that Palau supports Taiwan and believes small nations must work together to curb China's assertive actions in the South Pacific. He also said Japan and South Korea need to strengthen their military capabilities to safeguard regional peace.
Facing China's transnational repression, Lee Ming-che visits Europe to share Taiwan's experience with democratic partners
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
During his visit to Europe, Lee Ming-che met with members of the European Parliament and the Belgian Parliament, sharing Taiwan's experience in responding to China's transnational repression and emphasizing the importance of civilian support networks.
Suspicious letters sent to U.S. Congress and election offices; federal agencies investigate and intercept them
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
U.S. federal agencies are investigating letters containing suspicious substances sent to Congress and election offices nationwide. The FBI, Postal Inspection Service and U.S. Capitol Police are working together to intercept the letters and track down the suspect. Election offices in several states have taken evacuation or interception measures.
Facts
Election offices in 6 states received mail containing white powder at the time
The United States will hold midterm elections on Nov. 3
Temperatures in western Taiwan could reach 35 degrees; Wu Der-rong says Typhoon Krosa may strengthen into a super typhoon and make a sharp turn
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Weather expert Wu Der-rong said temperatures in western Taiwan could reach 35 degrees. Tropical Storm Krosa may strengthen into a super typhoon and make a sharp turn south of Japan, with model projections diverging and uncertainty high.
Facts
Highs could reach 35 degrees
17.6 degrees Celsius in Guanxi Township, Hsinchu County
Taiwan representative office in Brazil hosts National Day reception, highlighting democratic resilience and technological strength
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Taiwan representative office in Brazil held a Republic of China Year 115 National Day reception in Brasília on the evening of the 14th, with more than 100 Brazilian officials, diplomats and members of the Taiwanese community attending. Representative Liao Chih-hsien highlighted Taiwan's democratic resilience and technological strength, noting its technological advantages in semiconductors and artificial intelligence. He also expressed hopes of deepening economic, trade and academic cooperation with Brazil, which is pursuing an AI development plan. A photography exhibition, tea and whisky tastings showcased Taiwan's diverse culture.
Facts
Republic of China year 115
30th anniversary of the first direct presidential election
Oregon elementary school shooting leaves 4 dead, including 3 children; gunman also dead
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon, left 3 children and 1 adult dead. The 16-year-old gunman was shot dead on campus. The FBI has arrived to assist with the investigation, as school shootings in the United States continue to rise this year.
三菱ＵＦＪアセットマネジメント filed its Period 48 securities report. The fund tracks an overseas bond index, and its net assets total approximately ¥40.7 billion.
Facts
三菱ＵＦＪアセットマネジメント株式会社 filed a securities report on October 16, 2026.
Net assets at the end of the period totaled ¥40,755,301,910.
Original1口当たり純資産価額は0.9324円（10,000口当たり9,324円）である。
The fund aims to broadly track the overall bond market, comprising government bonds and other securities from major countries worldwide, excluding Japan.
Global X Japan株式会社 filed its Period 9 securities report on October 16, 2026, covering January 25 to July 24, 2026. Net assets at the end of the period totaled approximately ¥12.5 billion, down from approximately ¥15.1 billion at the end of the previous period.
Facts
The filer is Global X Japan株式会社, and the document is a Period 9 securities report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts).
Net assets at the end of the period (as of July 24, 2026) totaled ¥12,517,522,610.
Net assets at the end of the previous period (as of January 25, 2026) totaled ¥15,104,597,672.
Current assets at the end of the period totaled ¥12,549,132,318.
Current liabilities at the end of the period totaled ¥31,609,708.
Operating profit or loss at the end of the period was ¥674,549,940.
The fund tracks the Morningstar® Japan Equity Sustainability Dividend Yield Focus Index℠ (including pretax dividends).
Global X Japan株式会社 filed a securities report for an investment trust tracking an index of uranium and nuclear-related companies. The return for Period 4 was negative 24.9%, and net assets totaled approximately ¥1.8 billion.
Facts
Total net assets as of the end of July 2026 were ¥1,800,403,263.
Global X Japan株式会社 filed its Period 11 securities report, covering January 25 to July 24, 2026. The fund tracks the Indxx Japan E-Commerce Index (including dividends), and total net assets came to approximately ¥328.53 million.
Facts
The filer is Global X Japan株式会社.
The document filed is a Period 11 securities report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts).
Global X Japan株式会社 filed its Period 4 report for an investment trust tracking an AI and big data-related index, with total net assets rising to approximately ¥2.29 billion.
Facts
Global X Japan株式会社 filed a securities report on October 16, 2026.
The number of issued units as of the end of July 2026 was 1,320,000.
Total net assets at the end of the period were ¥2,226,495,904.
The return for the 4th accounting period was 16.8%.
Global X Japan株式会社 filed its Period 11 securities report for January–July 2026. The index fund tracks the Solactive Digital Innovation Japan Index, and recorded a net loss of approximately ¥19.93 million for the period.
Facts
Global X Japan株式会社 filed its 11th-period securities report on October 16, 2026.
The net loss for the period was 19,929,174 yen.
The fund's target stock index is the Solactive Digital Innovation Japan Index (including dividends).
[Ｇｌｏｂａｌ Ｘ Ｊａｐａｎ株式会社] Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 5th period (2026/01/25–2026/07/24)
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Global X Japan株式会社 filed its securities report for the 5th period from January 25 to July 24, 2026. The fund tracks the U.S. Preferred Securities Index and recorded net assets of approximately 1.98866 billion yen.
Facts
The fund aims to match the rate of change in the yen-converted value of the ICE BofA Diversified Core U.S. Preferred Securities Index.
Original2026年7月末日現在の1単位当たり純資産額は1,014.62円である。
The return for the 5th specified period was -0.3%.
Dividends received during the period totaled 56,904,964 yen.
Current assets at the end of the period totaled 2,034,926,634 yen.
[三菱ＵＦＪアセットマネジメント株式会社] Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 39th period (2026/01/20–2026/07/17)
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三菱ＵＦＪアセットマネジメント filed its report for the 39th period covering January-July 2026. It disclosed the performance of a fund tracking the FTSE World Government Bond Index, with net income for the period of approximately 25.99 million yen.
Facts
三菱ＵＦＪアセットマネジメント filed its 39th-period securities report on October 16, 2026.
Net income for the period was 25,985,537 yen.
The fund tracks the FTSE World Government Bond Index (excluding Japan, yen-converted basis).
Total net assets at the end of the period were 1,010,417,650 yen.
[Ｇｌｏｂａｌ Ｘ Ｊａｐａｎ株式会社] Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 12th period (2026/01/25–2026/07/24)
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Global X Japan株式会社 filed its securities report for the 12th period, covering January 25 to July 24, 2026, on October 16, 2026. Net assets at the end of the period reached approximately 72.93 billion yen, and the report disclosed the fund's performance tracking the MSCI Japan High Dividend Select 25 Index.
Facts
The filer is Global X Japan株式会社, and the document is a securities report (beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts).
Net assets at the end of the period (as of July 24, 2026) were 72,929,608,245 yen.
Total current assets at the end of the period were 74,148,152,496 yen.
The value of stocks (current assets) at the end of the period was 67,110,593,150 yen.
The value of call loans (current assets) at the end of the period was 1,049,322,938 yen.
The value of cash collateral received (current liabilities) at the end of the period was 786,870,000 yen.
Dividends received as operating revenue during the period were 1,835,831,167 yen.
[Global X Japan Corporation] Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 5th period (2026/01/25–2026/07/24)
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Global X Japan株式会社 filed its securities report for the 5th period covering January-July 2026. Total assets grew to approximately 56.9 billion yen, and the return for the 5th period was 5.2%.
Facts
Global X Japan株式会社 filed its 5th-period securities report on October 16, 2026.
The fund aims to match the rate of change in the yen-converted value of the Solactive 1-3 month US T-Bill Index.
[しんきんアセットマネジメント投信株式会社] Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 43rd period (2026/01/21–2026/07/21)
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しんきんアセットマネジメント投信 filed its 43rd-period securities report. It posted an operating loss of 8.1 billion yen for the period, and total assets also declined. The report reflects investment performance in J-REITs.
[ＳＢＩ岡三アセットマネジメント株式会社] Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 4th period (2026/01/20–2026/07/17)
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SBI Okasan Asset Management filed its 4th-period report for beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts. Its flagship fund recorded a return of 83.1%, with a sharp increase in net assets.
Facts
SBI Okasan Asset Management filed a securities report on October 16, 2026.
The return for the 4th accounting period of the Asia Semiconductor Focus Fund was 83.1%.
Net assets at the end of the period totaled 39,434,974,803 yen.
Operating profit for the period was 16,149,170,889 yen.
[東京海上アセットマネジメント株式会社] Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 16th period (2026/01/20–2026/07/21)
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東京海上アセットマネジメント filed its securities report for the January-July 2026 period. Net income for the period fell sharply from the previous period to approximately 3.21 million yen. Asset size is also on a downward trend.
[ＪＰモルガン・アセット・マネジメント株式会社] Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 68th period (2026/01/20–2026/07/21)
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JP Morgan Asset Management reported net assets exceeding 15 billion yen and a return of 14.9% in its 68th-period report. It continues to pursue an active investment strategy in Asian equities.
Facts
Net assets for the 68th period were 15,061,926,518 yen.
The return for the 68th period was 14.9%.
Operating profit for the 68th period was 1,997,321,105 yen.
The fund's objective is to invest substantially in equities of Asian countries other than Japan.
The mother fund is the GIM Asia Growth Stock Mother Fund (Qualified Institutional Investors Only).
[ニッセイアセットマネジメント株式会社] Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 6th period (2026/01/20–2026/07/17)
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Nissay Asset Management filed the 6th-period securities report for domestic investment trust beneficiary certificates. Total assets were approximately 192 million yen, and it recorded operating profit of approximately 13.65 million yen.
Facts
The fund's basic policy is to seek medium- to long-term growth of the trust assets.
農林中金全共連アセットマネジメント filed its 26th-period securities report, disclosing that it recorded an operating loss of approximately 69 million yen for the period.
Facts
The filer is 農林中金全共連アセットマネジメント株式会社, and the document is a securities report (domestic investment trust beneficiary certificates).
Operating revenue for the period was -66,378,990 yen.
Net assets for the period amounted to 1,172,373,359 yen.
The net asset value per 10,000 units of the JA Japan Bond Fund is 9,073 yen.
The return for the 26th accounting period (July 17, 2025–July 16, 2026) was △5.2%.
アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント filed its 33rd-period securities report. Operating profit was approximately 134 million yen, and total assets amounted to approximately 4.79 billion yen.
Facts
アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント株式会社 filed its 33rd-period securities report.
Total assets for the period were 4,794,841,534 yen.
The fund seeks stable returns and growth of the trust assets through investment in sovereign bonds.
Nissay Asset Management filed a securities report for domestic investment trust beneficiary certificates. Assets at the end of the period were approximately 1.7 billion yen, and operating profit reached approximately 460 million yen.
Facts
ニッセイアセットマネジメント株式会社 filed a securities report for domestic investment trust beneficiary certificates.
Total assets at the end of the period were 1,713,681,728 yen.
Operating profit for the period was 466,051,160 yen.
The fund's trust amount is capped at 500 billion yen.
アセットマネジメントＯｎｅ株式会社 filed its securities report on October 16, 2026, for the 13th period (2025/7–2026/7), reporting net income for the period of 513,057,044 yen.
Facts
アセットマネジメントＯｎｅ株式会社 filed a securities report.
The return for the 13th accounting period is 3.5%.