# AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-16 21:00–24:00 JST｜Page 1 of 2

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 115 items from 7 sources; Japan, 36 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Su Chiao-hui canvasses night markets, previews joint appearance with Vice President Hsiao in Xinzhuang on the 18th

- Published: 2026-10-16T23:50:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610160357.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4362123-en.html
- anchor: #n3409404
- Companies mentioned: 民主進步黨、中央社

Su Chiao-hui, the Democratic Progressive Party’s New Taipei mayoral candidate, canvassed for votes at night markets in Sanxia and Xinzhuang, and announced that Hsiao Bi-khim will attend the opening of the joint campaign headquarters in southern Xinzhuang on the 18th.

Facts:
- Joint campaign headquarters in southern Xinzhuang to open on the 18th
- Thanks supporters for their enthusiastic backing, with more than ten thousand local residents turning out

## British man uses ChatGPT for legal advice, resolves lawsuit over more than 3 years of parking fines totaling over ten thousand dollars

- Published: 2026-10-16T23:36:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610160356.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4362115-en.html
- anchor: #n3409402
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、獨立報、Smart Parking、Citizens Advice、ChatGPT

British man Goro was fined over a problem with a parking lot’s self-service payment system. After 3 years of appeals, he relied mainly on ChatGPT for legal advice and succeeded in having the fine and lawsuit withdrawn.

Facts:
- Initially faced fines totaling more than NT$4,000
- After 3 years of appeals
- Received a 100-pound fine notice (about NT$4,300)
- Paid 16 minutes after entering the parking lot
- Was asked to pay accumulated fines of 170 pounds (about NT$7,300)
- Another 1 and a half years passed
- Smart Parking once offered to reduce the fine to 60 pounds
- His fines would accumulate to about 300 pounds (about NT$13,000)

## Zelenskyy meets Hungarian Prime Minister Magyar, opening a path to normalizing ties between the 2 countries

- Published: 2026-10-16T23:25:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610160355.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4362106-en.html
- anchor: #n3409334

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and Hungarian Prime Minister Magyar held their first bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the EU leaders’ summit in Brussels. They agreed to work toward normalizing relations. Magyar expressed support for Ukraine and offered help with a ceasefire, while Zelenskyy thanked Hungary for backing Ukraine’s bid to join the EU.

Facts:
- Nearly 5 years of invasion
- 1151016

## Person enters 台鐵 tracks between Douliu and Dounan and is struck; single-track operation temporarily in effect

- Published: 2026-10-16T23:24:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610160354.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4362105-en.html
- anchor: #n3409335
- Companies mentioned: 台鐵、中央社

A person entered the eastbound main track between Douliu and Dounan on 台鐵 at 8:33 p.m. tonight and was struck by a local train, temporarily forcing single-track operation. Train service has returned to normal after railway police and 119 were notified and responded.

Facts:
- 8:33 p.m. tonight
- Local train No. 2223
- At K271+550

## Zelenskyy urges EU to provide an additional 70 billion euros next year to help Ukraine continue fighting Russia

- Published: 2026-10-16T23:08:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610160353.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4362081-en.html
- anchor: #n3409250
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、法新社、歐盟（EU）、歐盟執行委員會（European Commission）

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy asked the EU at the leaders’ summit in Brussels to provide an additional 70 billion euros in aid next year to cover projected war costs of 155 billion euros and make up for a budget shortfall caused by Russian attacks.

Facts:
- The war is expected to cost 155 billion euros next year
- A loan worth 90 billion euros

## Taiwan Lottery 539 draw No. 115251: 1 top-prize winner

- Published: 2026-10-16T23:07:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610160352.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4362082-en.html
- anchor: #n3409251
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台彩公司

The Taiwan Lottery 539 draw No. 115251 produced 1 top-prize winner, who will receive NT$8 million. There were also 168 second-prize winners, 62 first-prize winners in the 3-Digit Lottery, and 3 first-prize winners in the 4-Digit Lottery.

Facts:
- Draw No. 115251
- 1 first-prize ticket
- NT$8 million
- 168 second-prize winners
- NT$20,000 prize per ticket
- 62 first-prize winners
- NT$5,000 prize per ticket
- 3 first-prize winners
- NT$50,000 prize per ticket

## Ko Chih-en holds campaign rally in Gangshan, backed by Lu Shiow-yen and Hou Yu-ih

- Published: 2026-10-16T23:06:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610160351.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4362083-en.html
- anchor: #n3409252
- Companies mentioned: 中國國民黨、民主進步黨、中央社

中國國民黨 Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Ko Chih-en held a campaign rally in Gangshan, with Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen and New Taipei Mayor Hou Yu-ih appearing in support. Ko said she would work to address issues affecting Kaohsiung’s traditional industries, transportation and environment, and hoped to become a mayor the city could be proud of. Wang Jin-pyng also attended in support, saying her educational background would help her reform Kaohsiung’s education system.

Facts:
- She has not left over these 4 years
- Key News of the 2026 Nine-in-One Elections

## Taiwan Lottery Lotto draw No. 115097: no jackpot winner

- Published: 2026-10-16T23:05:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610160350.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4362084-en.html
- anchor: #n3409253
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台彩

There was no jackpot winner in Taiwan Lottery Lotto draw No. 115097. The winning numbers were 21, 15, 40, 49, 06 and 43, with 30 as the special number. The next draw’s jackpot is guaranteed at NT$100 million. The Mid-Autumn Festival bonus drew 7 sets of NT$1 million prizes and 337 NT$5,000 prizes.

Facts:
- Draw No. 115097
- NT$100 million
- NT$1 million prizes
- 7 sets
- 8 winners
- NT$5,000 prizes
- 337 winners

## Reports say flagship RTX 5090 graphics card is being discontinued; 輝達 executive denies it, says supply will continue

- Published: 2026-10-16T22:56:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610160349.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4362041-en.html
- anchor: #n3409128
- Companies mentioned: 輝達、NVIDIA、中央社

Market rumors say 輝達’s (NVIDIA) flagship RTX 5090 graphics card is about to be discontinued. Jeff Fisher, senior vice president of 輝達’s Personal Computing business, strongly rejected the rumor in an interview in Taiwan, saying the RTX 5090 is a core product and the company will continue supplying it. He added that tight supply chains are a widespread global issue.

Facts:
- RTX 5090
- 1151016

## Wu Shu-chin says airport relocation issue is vote-buying; Chen Chen-chung declines to respond

- Published: 2026-10-16T22:45:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610160348.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4362036-en.html
- anchor: #n3409127
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、民主進步黨、中國國民黨、國立台灣大學醫學院附設醫院、台北榮民總醫院、三軍總醫院

民主進步黨澎湖縣長參選人吳淑瑾指控國民黨候選人陳振中與台北市長蔣萬安在遷松山機場議題唱雙簧騙選票，陳振中則表示不再回應。

Facts:
- 2026 Nine-in-One Elections
- Penghu County, 16th

## 榮科 board approves land purchase by Thai subsidiary

- Published: 2026-10-16T22:44:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610163008.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4362035-en.html
- anchor: #n3409126
- Companies mentioned: 榮科、李長榮科技、LCY Technology（Thailand）Co., Ltd.、李長榮化學工業公司

榮科’s board approved a land purchase by its Thai subsidiary, LCY Technology（Thailand）Co., Ltd. The company will make a further announcement once the seller and transaction amount are determined.

Facts:
- Total investment not to exceed NT$600 million
- 榮科100%持股子公司

## Is Zelenskyy being made Trump’s scapegoat? He smiles and does not directly respond

- Published: 2026-10-16T22:42:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610160347.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4362025-en.html
- anchor: #n3409124

After meeting EU leaders in Brussels, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy smiled and replied, “That is my response,” when asked whether Trump was making him a scapegoat. He said the Ukrainian military was attacked by 1000 drones yesterday and that Ukrainian and U.S. negotiators might arrange a meeting soon.

Facts:
- 1000 drones
- November midterm elections

## 歐盟擬擴大貿易限制 中國：不能幻想以施壓換好處

- Published: 2026-10-16T22:41:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610160346.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4362026-en.html
- anchor: #n3409125
- Companies mentioned: 歐盟、中國、中國商務部、世界貿易組織、路透社、中央社

歐盟擬擴大對華貿易限制，中國商務部回應稱歐方不能幻想以施壓換取好處，並強調中歐就混動汽車達成的諒解是對等互利的。

Facts:
- 350,000 a year
- On the evening of the 16th

## 台積電 CoWoS helps 輝達 RTX Spark computers target high-end market

- Published: 2026-10-16T22:40:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610160345.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4362013-en.html
- anchor: #n3409120
- Companies mentioned: 輝達、NVIDIA、台積電、聯發科

輝達 has launched personal computers featuring its next-generation AI chip, the RTX Spark, introducing 台積電’s CoWoS advanced packaging technology for the first time and working closely with 聯發科. Despite rising component costs, demand is heavily concentrated in high-end versions with 64GB and 128GB of memory, with Taiwan among the key markets.

Facts:
- 64GB
- 128GB

## 梵蒂岡: Pope Leo XIV fully independent in daily activities; public appearance scheduled for 10/18

- Published: 2026-10-16T22:37:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610160344.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4362015-en.html
- anchor: #n3409121
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、法新社、路透社、梵蒂岡、羅馬天主教、傑梅利醫院、梵蒂岡警衛隊

梵蒂岡 released post-surgery photos of Pope Leo XIV, confirming he is now fully independent in his daily activities. He is expected to make a public appearance on October 18, while preparations continue for a South America trip in November.

Facts:
- For a period of about one week
- The 71-year-old pope
- Pastoral visit from November 6 to 17

## 彭博: Fund managers fear missing Taiwan stock rally, leave jobs to manage money at private investment firms

- Published: 2026-10-16T22:36:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610163007.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4362012-en.html
- anchor: #n3409119
- Companies mentioned: 彭博、Bloomberg News、MoneyDJ、台新投顧、華德士、Robert Walters、金管會、中央社

彭博 reported that a sharp rally in Taiwan stocks has fueled FOMO among fund managers. Strict limits on personal-account trading in Taiwan and relatively low salaries have also prompted some talent to leave for private investment firms with lighter regulation.

Facts:
- Taiwan stocks have risen 62% so far this year
- Portfolio managers with more than 3 years on the job
- The stock soared more than 5 times the following year
- It surged 6 times again this year
- Only about half the level of peers in Hong Kong
- Within the 7 business days before or after

## Central committee members petition to expel Jaw Shaw-kong; 國民黨 says it does not want internal strife

- Published: 2026-10-16T22:32:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610160343.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4362008-en.html
- anchor: #n3409118
- Companies mentioned: 國民黨、中廣

國民黨 central committee members have launched a petition calling for former 中廣 chairman Jaw Shaw-kong to be expelled from the party. 國民黨 Culture and Communications Committee head Chen Yi-hsin said the party leadership did not want internal strife, had sent people to speak privately with those involved, and urged party members to put the bigger picture first and unite to win.

Facts:
- 距離年底九合一選舉只剩40幾天

## Male body found on slope beside Suhua Highway; 警消 investigating identity

- Published: 2026-10-16T22:29:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610160342.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4362001-en.html
- anchor: #n3409117
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中央通訊社、宜蘭縣消防局、警消

A body was found by members of the public on Provincial Highway 9D along the Suhua Highway. 宜蘭縣消防局 helped transport the body before turning it over to police. Authorities are investigating the deceased’s identity and have preliminarily ruled out a traffic accident involving a vehicle plunging into a ravine.

Facts:
- At the 9.8-kilometer mark on Provincial Highway 9D
- About 200 meters downhill

## Former investigator took bribes to let drug offender meet ex-wife; court sentences him to 14 and a half years

- Published: 2026-10-16T22:21:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610160341.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361989-en.html
- anchor: #n3409114
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、調查局、橋頭地方法院、桃園市調處、南機站、台南市調處

A former investigator surnamed Chen at the Chiayi City Investigation Station of 調查局 accepted an inmate’s iPhone and a promised bribe, then repeatedly used purported casework as a pretext to take a detained drug offender out of custody so he could have sex with his ex-wife. 橋頭地方法院 sentenced him to 14 years and 6 months in prison for corruption and other offenses.

Facts:
- 14 years and 6 months in prison
- A promised bribe of a million
- NT$1 million
- 7 years of civil rights deprivation
- 1 year and 6 months in prison
- Disenfranchised for 2 years
- Sentenced to 8 months
- 1 year of civil rights deprivation

## 欣欣水泥明年擬減產近4成 中鋼：供料未受影響

- Published: 2026-10-16T22:11:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610160340.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361977-en.html
- anchor: #n3409112
- Companies mentioned: 欣欣水泥、中鋼

With demand from its sales channels weakening, 欣欣水泥 plans to reduce total ore production by about 38% to 40% next year. 中鋼 said the production cut is unrelated to its demand and will not affect supplies.

Facts:
- 30.8% stake
- Reduce by about 38% to 40%

## 賴瑞隆 says 柯志恩 sacrificed Kaohsiung’s interests for party interests; 柯志恩 hits back

- Published: 2026-10-16T22:07:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610160339.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361978-en.html
- anchor: #n3409113
- Companies mentioned: 民主進步黨、中國國民黨、中央社

民主進步黨 Kaohsiung mayoral candidate 賴瑞隆 accused 中國國民黨 candidate 柯志恩 of sacrificing Kaohsiung’s interests for her party’s interests. 柯志恩 hit back, questioning 賴瑞隆’s absence from legislative votes on livelihood issues.

Facts:
- 2026 Nine-in-One Elections
- Kaohsiung, 16th
- 柯志恩 responded on the 14th
- NT$20,000 in cash handouts to everyone
- (Editor: Li Ming-tsung) 1151016

## Taiwan-Philippines vice-ministerial agriculture and fisheries meeting signs livestock research cooperation memorandum

- Published: 2026-10-16T22:01:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610160338.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361957-en.html
- anchor: #n3409108
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、農業部、台北經濟文化辦事處、馬尼拉經濟文化辦事處、畜產試驗所、菲律賓農業訓練所、畜產局、國家乳業局、菲律賓水牛中心、財團法人商業發展研究院、ALFA ALL FOOD ASIA, Inc.

The 13th Taiwan-Philippines vice-ministerial meeting on agricultural and fisheries cooperation was held in Cebu, Philippines. The two sides signed a memorandum of cooperation on livestock research and sought to promote exports of atemoya and livestock products to the Philippines. The Commerce Development Research Institute also signed an MOU with ALFA ALL FOOD ASIA, Inc. to expand trade.

Facts:
- 13th
- 4 units
- On the 14th

## Tainan railway undergrounding opens; president thanks households displaced along route

- Published: 2026-10-16T22:00:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610160337.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361958-en.html
- anchor: #n3409109

The Tainan railway undergrounding project opened. President 賴清德 thanked and apologized to households displaced along the route, and pledged plans for a greenway and follow-up transportation construction.

Facts:
- The last train at 10:29 tonight
- The 8.23-kilometer underground section
- A greenway about 30 meters wide

## 聯合國 warns millions in Ukraine could be displaced again this winter

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:58:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610160336.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361931-en.html
- anchor: #n3409107
- Companies mentioned: 聯合國、中央通訊社、法新社、聯合國國際移民組織

聯合國 warned that millions of Ukrainians who had returned home could be displaced again this winter because of Russian attacks on energy infrastructure.

Facts:
- February 2022

## 今彩539 draw No. 115251

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:51:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610160335.aspx
- anchor: #n3408980
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台彩

The winning numbers in 今彩539 draw No. 115251 were 32, 25, 23, 09 and 24. The winning number for 3-Star was 141, and the winning number for 4-Star was 1501.

Facts:
- Draw No. 115251
- 32
- 25
- 23
- 09
- 24
- 141
- 1501

## Winners of the 115 Civil Service Outstanding Contribution Awards announced; 6 individuals and 9 teams honored

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:49:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610160334.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361882-en.html
- anchor: #n3408981
- Companies mentioned: 銓敘部、考試院、交通部高速公路局第二新建工程分局、台南市政府水利局、行政院公共工程委員會、雲林縣環境保護局、台北地方檢察署、內政部空中勤務總隊、交通部、花蓮縣政府、法務部調查局北機站緝毒組、農業部、鐵道局、經濟部、中油、衛生福利部、審計部、環境部氣候變遷署

銓敘部 announced the winners of the Civil Service Outstanding Contribution Awards for 115, selecting 6 individuals and 9 teams. 考試院 will hold an awards ceremony on December 15.

Facts:
- Year 115 of the Republic
- 6 individual award winners
- 9 winning teams
- 80 civil servants nominated
- 76 teams entered

## 澎湖地檢署 visits university and military base to promote clean elections and anti-bribery efforts

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:42:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610160333.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361870-en.html
- anchor: #n3408978
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、澎湖地方檢察署、澎湖地檢署、國立澎湖科技大學、陸軍五德營區、國軍

Led by Chief Prosecutor 吳怡明, 澎湖地檢署 began visits on the 14th to 國立澎湖科技大學 and 陸軍五德營區 to promote anti-bribery efforts and legal education. It also announced that a “regional election investigation and liaison center” would be established starting on the 27th to receive reports.

Facts:
- 16th
- From the 14th
- Starting on the 27th
- 24 hours

## 大樂透第115097期開獎

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:41:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610160332.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361869-en.html
- anchor: #n3408979
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台彩

中央社 reported the results of 大樂透 draw No. 115097. The winning numbers were 21, 15, 40, 49, 06 and 43, with 30 as the special number. The numbers for the Mid-Autumn Festival bonus draw were also announced.

Facts:
- Draw No. 115097
- 21
- 15
- 40
- 49
- 06
- 43
- 30
- 31
- 22
- 47
- 20
- 44
- 23
- 18

## Napoleon’s coded letter unsolved for over 200 years; AI cracks it in just 6 hours

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:39:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ait/202610160331.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361860-en.html
- anchor: #n3408973
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、SentinelOne、法新社、OpenAI、Cryptiana

AI engineer 邱契利 used OpenAI’s GPT-6 Astra model to decipher in just 6 hours a wartime coded letter from Napoleon, written in 1809 and unsolved for more than 200 years. Japanese patent engineer 友清理士 said that since mid-September, AI has deciphered most of the unsolved codes on his Cryptiana website. He predicted that 2026 will be a turning point in the cracking of historical codes.

Facts:
- For more than 200 years
- In just 6 hours
- Aged 27
- Written in 1809
- Now 58 years old
- 2026
- Since mid-September

## Legislature passes measure exempting some seniors from health insurance premiums; Cabinet warns of possible intergenerational unfairness and other issues

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:38:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610160330.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361861-en.html
- anchor: #n3408974

The Legislative Yuan passed an amendment to the Senior Citizens Welfare Act, requiring the central government to fully subsidize health insurance premiums for some economically disadvantaged seniors. Executive Yuan spokesperson 李慧芝 said the amendment departs from the principle of mutual support, exceeds constitutional boundaries and increases the fiscal burden, potentially creating intergenerational unfairness. The central government’s burden is estimated to rise to NT$62.86 billion in ROC year 138.

Facts:
- The central government’s burden is projected to rise to NT$62.86 billion in ROC year 138
- About NT$39.965 billion is needed this year
- NT$1.22 billion was also budgeted this year
- Full subsidies for more than 140,000 low- and middle-income seniors aged 70 and older
- This year’s Long-Term Care 3.0 budget has exceeded NT$110 billion
- The government has also invested more than NT$50 billion in dementia prevention and care

## 魏嘉賢 proposes joint policy presentation for Hualien County governor race; 張峻 and 游淑貞 not interested

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:30:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610160329.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361834-en.html
- anchor: #n3408909
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、和碩集團

Independent Hualien County governor candidate 魏嘉賢 invited the other candidates to hold a joint policy presentation, but Kuomintang candidate 游淑貞 and independent candidate 張峻 both said they were not interested. 魏嘉賢 also announced the launch of an online campaign headquarters, while 張峻 plans to open his campaign headquarters tomorrow, with 和碩集團 Chairman 童子賢 serving as chair.

Facts:
- 2026 Nine-in-One Elections
- 1151016

## Legislature passes measure exempting some seniors from health insurance premiums; 卓榮泰 says 韓國瑜 allowed unconstitutional measure

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:28:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610160328.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361835-en.html
- anchor: #n3408910

The Legislative Yuan passed an amendment to the Senior Citizens Welfare Act providing central government subsidies for some seniors’ health insurance premiums. Premier 卓榮泰 strongly protested that Legislative Yuan President 韓國瑜 had not followed constitutional and Budget Act procedures in handling the bill, accusing him of allowing the opposition to act unconstitutionally. He warned the move could add about NT$40 billion to the central government’s annual budget burden.

Facts:
- Article 22 of the Senior Citizens Welfare Act
- Personal income tax rate below 20%
- Certain disadvantaged people aged 70 and older
- Annual spending is about NT$1.22 billion
- Seniors aged 65 to 69
- Article 70 of the Constitution
- Article 91 of the Budget Act

## Leader of India’s “Cockroach Movement” detained; police cite preventive custody

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:27:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610160327.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361836-en.html
- anchor: #n3408911
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、新德里電視台、NDTV、法新社、路透社、蟑螂人民黨、Cockroach Janta Party、CJP、印度人民黨、Bharatiya Janata Party、BJP

Police in India detained 迪普克, leader of the 蟑螂人民黨, in New Delhi for preventive custody to stop protests over the election commission’s revision of voter rolls.

Facts:
- More than 130 million voters
- Sentenced to 5 days

## Middle East war disrupts oil exports; Iraq estimates losses of about NT$1.9 trillion

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:25:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610160326.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361837-en.html
- anchor: #n3408912
- Companies mentioned: 中央訊息、法新社、中央社、石油輸出國組織、OPEC

Iraqi Foreign Minister 胡笙 said the country had lost an estimated US$60 billion (about NT$1.9 trillion) because of disrupted oil exports during the Middle East war.

Facts:
- Losses of about US$60 billion
- About NT$1.9 trillion
- Produces about 4 million barrels of oil a day
- Exports about 3.5 million barrels

## Night of the Arts to take place at Yuanshan Expo Park on 10/31; 大同大學 campus opens to public for first time

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:19:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610160325.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361812-en.html
- anchor: #n3408829
- Companies mentioned: 中央通訊社、台北市文化局、大同大學、法國巴黎104藝術中心、CENTQUATRE-PARIS、法國在台協會

Night of the Arts will take place at Yuanshan Expo Park on October 31, with 大同大學 campus opening to the public for the first time. The event is also partnering with 法國巴黎104藝術中心.

Facts:
- More than 30 cases
- 50 performances
- Year 11
- 2 French art collectives

## Johnny Chiang unveils smart transportation platform, hopes to lead Taichung into a new era of transportation

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:14:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610160324.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361790-en.html
- anchor: #n3408828
- Companies mentioned: 中國國民黨、逢甲大學

中國國民黨 Taichung mayoral candidate Johnny Chiang has unveiled his “Smart Transportation Era for Taichung” platform, advocating the integration of technology with a people-centered approach. Priorities include smoother roads and safer traffic, zero tolerance for drunk and drug-impaired driving, accelerating the Blue and Orange MRT lines and the double-tracking and elevation of the coastal railway, as well as plans for free bus service, a 4-ring, 1-line network and expanding Taichung International Airport to serve 10 million passengers.

Facts:
- 2026 Nine-in-One Elections
- 20-minute living circle
- 10 million passengers

## Japan earthquake alert wrongly forecasts a magnitude 9.9 quake; agency says epicenter was mislocated twice, another occurrence possible

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:08:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610160323.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361759-en.html
- anchor: #n3408816
- Companies mentioned: 中央訊息、NHK、中央社

Japan's Meteorological Agency mistakenly forecast a magnitude 9.9 earthquake in an alert. Two mislocated epicenters and calculation problems led to the overestimate. The quake's energy was equivalent to 22 times that of the 311 earthquake, and a recurrence in the future cannot be ruled out.

Facts:
- Magnitude as high as 9.9
- 2011 311 Great East Japan Earthquake
- 22 times the energy of the 2011 311 Great East Japan Earthquake
- The energy released would increase by about 32 times
- The energy would increase by about 1000 times
- The earthquake had a magnitude of 9.0 at the time
- About 8000 times the energy of the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake (magnitude 7.3)
- The magnitude 9.5 earthquake that struck Chile in 1960
- Magnitude 9.5 earthquake

## Bank of Taiwan drone training equipment contract awarded; 詠昇 secures supply contract

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:07:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610160322.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361760-en.html
- anchor: #n3408817
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、世紀民生、詠昇電子、台灣銀行

詠昇電子, a subsidiary of 世紀民生, has secured a joint supply contract from 台灣銀行's procurement department for “training drones.” Estimated procurement demand is 3894 units, with a contract value of about NT$132 million.

Facts:
- Agencies estimate procurement demand at 3894 units
- Estimated contract value of about NT$132 million
- The total budget for the project is about NT$1,048,108,000

## “The Little Prince” appears at New Taipei's Bitan; giant inflatable illuminates the waterfront at night

- Published: 2026-10-16T20:59:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610160321.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361676-en.html
- anchor: #n3408616
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、觀旅局、新北市政府

The Bitan landscape installation exhibition in New Taipei City opens on the 17th, themed around the 80th anniversary of the publication of “The Little Prince.” It features a giant 19-meter-wide inflatable figure, along with nighttime lighting, a market and a coffee festival.

Facts:
- 19 meters wide
- 80th publication anniversary
- On display starting on the 17th

## 鴻海砸233億元 取得三菱電機移動5成股權

- Published: 2026-10-16T20:59:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610160320.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361679-en.html
- anchor: #n3408617
- Companies mentioned: 鴻海、三菱電機、利億國際投資、Lin Yin International Investment Co., Ltd.、三菱電機株式會社、三菱電機移動、Mitsubishi Electric Mobility Co., Ltd.

鴻海 announced a strategic alliance with 三菱電機 of Japan, with its subsidiary 利億國際投資 acquiring a 50% stake in 三菱電機移動 for 115 billion yen (about NT$23.3 billion). The deal is expected to close on October 1, 2027. The companies will jointly operate the automotive equipment business and collaborate on developing a high-quality electric vehicle platform.

Facts:
- NT$23.3 billion
- 115 billion yen
- 50% stake
- 320 billion yen
- 230 billion yen
- October 1, 2027

## UN warns of climate change impacts; millions in South Asia could be displaced

- Published: 2026-10-16T20:55:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610160319.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361609-en.html
- anchor: #n3408497
- Companies mentioned: 聯合國國際移民組織、IOM、法新社、中央社

波普, secretary-general of the 聯合國國際移民組織, warned that rising sea levels, floods and droughts caused by climate change could displace millions of people in South Asia. In the worst-case scenario, as many as 40.5 million people could be forced from their homes by 2050.

Facts:
- Millions
- 40.5 million people

## 巨大 partners with 世界自行車援助基金會; a million Buffalo bikes help improve life in remote areas

- Published: 2026-10-16T20:53:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610160318.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361610-en.html
- anchor: #n3408498
- Companies mentioned: 巨大集團、世界自行車援助基金會、World Bicycle Relief、WBR

巨大集團 and 世界自行車援助基金會 announced the production of their 1,000,000th Buffalo bicycle, with about 5 million people benefiting.

Facts:
- The 1,000,000th “Buffalo bicycle”
- The total population has reached about 5 million
- Female student dropout rate falls 19%
- Number of families served by healthcare workers rises 63%
- Household income rises 43%
- A family of 5
- Started in 2010
- The rear rack can carry loads weighing 100 kilograms

## 賴惠員 apologizes with a bow to 賈永婕, saying poor communication over clothing issue caused misunderstanding

- Published: 2026-10-16T20:52:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610160317.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361611-en.html
- anchor: #n3408499
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台北101

賴惠員, a DPP convener of the Finance Committee, drew attention over her remarks about 台北101 chairperson 賈永婕's attire during questioning. She bowed before the Legislative Yuan chamber today to apologize to 賈永婕 and the public, saying poor communication had caused a misunderstanding.

Facts:
- The 14th.
- 16th

## Eligible seniors exempt from health insurance premiums; 衛福部 estimates working-age people will pay an extra 2700 yuan a year

- Published: 2026-10-16T20:52:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610160316.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361612-en.html
- anchor: #n3408500
- Companies mentioned: 衛福部、衛生福利部、行政院、立法院、中央社

立法院三讀通過老人福利法修正案，65歲以上長者符合條件可免繳健保費。衛福部估算此舉將使20至64歲勞動人口平均每人每年多負擔約2690元，並預估需新台幣400億元經費補助。

Facts:
- Seniors aged 65 and over
- 60 votes in favor
- 39 votes against
- An income tax rate below 20%
- Annual income of NT$1.33 million
- About 4.85 million people aged 65 and older
- About 4.03 million people
- About NT$40 billion will be needed
- An average additional burden of about NT$2690 per person per year
- About 14.85 million people in the main working-age population, ages 20 to 64
- Each tax-paying household will pay about NT$5720 more per year
- About 6.98 million tax-paying households

## 【Survey Report】70% of existing clients use AI to create personas and KPIs

- Published: 2026-10-16T23:37:13+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000299.000110808.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4362119-en.html
- anchor: #n3409403
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社BOTANICO

A survey of 40 existing clients conducted by 株式会社BOTANICO found that 70% of companies use AI to create personas and KPIs.

Facts:
- 40 companies
- 28 companies

## A deeper look at what makes the film “Children I Never Knew” special—special talk events to be held daily!

- Published: 2026-10-16T23:12:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000021.000127042.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4362093-en.html
- anchor: #n3409254
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社K2Pictures、AOI Pro.、TBSラジオ、MOVIX亀有、MOVIX広島駅、東劇、丸の内ピカデリー、新宿ピカデリー、ヒューマントラストシネマ渋谷、RCC

To mark the release of the film “Children I Never Knew,” special talk events will be held daily starting October 20. Cast members and guests will take part in talks and autograph sessions for the film, co-starring director 西川美和, 二階堂ふみ and 小八重葵美.

Facts:
- Starting October 20 (Tuesday)
- Talk after the 15:20 screening
- 17:00の回上映後トーク
- 14:00の回上映後ティーチイン
- Talk after the 12:20 screening
- Talk after the 16:15 screening
- Talk after the 10:50 screening
- Talk before the 14:40 screening
- 19:00の回・上映後
- 10月16日（金）22:00販売開始

## Sales have begun for the hugely popular isekai reincarnation fantasy “The Princess Knight Is My Classmate! THE COMIC: Uniform-Style Swimsuit Lottery.” The merchandise includes past cover art, rare color illustrations and newly drawn goods featuring uniform-style swimsuits!

- Published: 2026-10-16T23:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001032.000049835.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4362094-en.html
- anchor: #n3409255
- Companies mentioned: キルタイムコミュニケーション、KTC、コミックヴァルキリー

キルタイムコミュニケーション has launched its online lottery, “Uniform-Style Swimsuit Lottery,” based on the isekai reincarnation fantasy “The Princess Knight Is My Classmate! THE COMIC.” The lineup includes past cover illustrations and newly drawn merchandise, and a repost campaign is also underway. The latest, Volume 10, is also on sale to popular acclaim.

Facts:
- 販売価格：1回 770円（税込）
- Flat-rate nationwide shipping for 990 yen (tax included)
- 【Up to 20 items】Flat rate nationwide
- 3 people chosen by lottery
- Latest Volume 10
- List price: ¥792 (base price ¥720 + 10% tax)

## “University Power Rankings” publishes its ranking of universities with high rates of new KAKENHI grant awards: a 2026 survey report covering universities in Japan

- Published: 2026-10-16T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000151.000033900.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4362096-en.html
- anchor: #n3409257
- Companies mentioned: ポップコーン株式会社、日本学術振興会

ポップコーン株式会社 has published the 2026 ranking of universities with high rates of new KAKENHI grant awards on its web media site “University Power Rankings,” based on 日本学術振興会 data for Reiwa 7. Hitotsubashi University ranked first with 54.3%, followed by Ochanomizu University and Tokyo University of Foreign Studies.

Facts:
- 54.3％
- 158 universities
- 94 cases
- 44.0％
- 42.6％
- 39.9％
- 3,436 cases
- 1,305 cases

## ＝LOVE to hold its 9th anniversary concert, “＝LOVE 9th ANNIVERSARY PREMIUM CONCERT,” at TOYOTA ARENA TOKYO in Tokyo!!

- Published: 2026-10-16T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005042.000013546.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4362095-en.html
- anchor: #n3409256
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ソニー・ミュージックレーベルズ、＝LOVE、ソニーミュージック、オリコン、Billboard JAPAN

Idol group ＝LOVE held its 9th anniversary concert at TOYOTA ARENA TOKYO in Tokyo, drawing about 20,000 attendees over both days. Additional shows were announced for Tokyo Dome in January 2027 and Vanterin Dome Nagoya in Aichi on February 24 and 25.

Facts:
- A total of 220 million streaming plays
- A total of 2.4 billion views on TikTok
- More than 650,000 singles shipped cumulatively
- Around 20,000 people attended over 2 days.

## Designed with even side-sleeping in mind, weighing about 3 g per ear. Slim ANC earbuds “NoxTune” launch on Makuake

- Published: 2026-10-16T22:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000167185.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4362073-en.html
- anchor: #n3409249
- Companies mentioned: エスイレブン合同会社、Makuake

エスイレブン合同会社 has launched a support-purchase campaign on Makuake for “NoxTune,” slim ANC earbuds weighing about 3 g per ear. Prices start at 19,999 yen (tax included).

Facts:
- About 3 g per ear
- About 6 mm
- 6 drivers across both earbuds
- 19,999 yen

## Protecting Japan’s infrastructure from a shortage of successors—全国建設業支援協会 to hold a construction industry M&A seminar in Shinjuku on October 28. 一博 朝野, president and representative director of 株式会社シードアドバイザリー, to speak. The event will be shared with construction businesses nationwide through an archived video

- Published: 2026-10-16T22:44:36+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000188128.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4362022-en.html
- anchor: #n3409122
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人 全国建設業支援協会、JCSA、株式会社シードアドバイザリー、帝国データバンク、株式会社明誠、reDine ネオヨコチョウ新宿店、Peatix

一般社団法人全国建設業支援協会（JCSA） will hold a construction industry M&A seminar in Shinjuku on October 28 to prevent construction businesses from closing due to a shortage of successors and protect Japan’s infrastructure. 一博 朝野 of 株式会社シードアドバイザリー will serve as the instructor, and a video archive of the event will be made available to members.

Facts:
- Oct. 28, 2026
- The construction industry: 57.3%
- Members: 8,000 yen
- Nonmembers: 9,000 yen
- Capacity: 30 people
- Monthly membership fee: 2,000 yen

## A lively talk show with 蒼舞 咲歩, aka Sakippo. Bringing you smiles and energy!

- Published: 2026-10-16T22:33:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000131094.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4362023-en.html
- anchor: #n3409123
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人 楓美会、宝塚歌劇団、宝塚音楽学校、東洋英和女学院大学、FM宝塚、Peatix

A talk show featuring 蒼舞咲歩, formerly of 宝塚歌劇団’s Star Troupe, will be held, with proceeds donated to the fund of 一般社団法人楓美会.

Facts:
- 171 cm
- 5 years old
- 15 years old
- 2 years
- April 2026
- October 3, 2026
- 20時30分
- Oct. 31, 2026
- 13:15–14:45
- 12:45
- 3,000 yen
- 1,000 yen

## “Roland-Garros Junior Series by ルノー” 2026 Tokyo tournament: Match results for Friday, October 16

- Published: 2026-10-16T22:19:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000189656.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361999-en.html
- anchor: #n3409115
- Companies mentioned: 第一生命相娯園テニスコート、ルノー

The results have been announced for the third day of round-robin play on October 16 at the “Roland-Garros Junior Series by ルノー” 2026 Tokyo tournament. A total of 32 junior players under 17 from countries and regions across Asia are competing, and the boys’ and girls’ champions will earn places in the main draw in Paris in 2027.

Facts:
- 2026
- Friday, Oct. 16
- 32 people
- 16 men and 16 women
- 2027

## 【Event Report】“Connecting cafe” a huge success at the 53rd International Home Care and Rehabilitation Exhibition! Serving more than 1,000 cups of coffee over 3 days, marking a new step toward expanding job opportunities and social participation for people with disabilities

- Published: 2026-10-16T22:16:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000032.000099626.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4362000-en.html
- anchor: #n3409116
- Companies mentioned: ビーンズ・コネクティッド株式会社、RoCoBeL、ストライドクラブ、東京ソテリアエンプロイメント、いろいろや・ハーモニー、村山たんぽぽ、アクセシブル北大宮、あさひ会白沢作業所、一般社団法人シブヤフォント

ビーンズ・コネクティッド株式会社 set up “Connecting cafe” in collaboration with 6 support organizations for people with disabilities at “H.C.R.2026, the 53rd International Home Care and Rehabilitation Exhibition,” held at Tokyo Big Sight from October 7 to 9, 2026. The cafe was a huge success, serving 1,055 cups of coffee over 3 days.

Facts:
- Total sales: 822,040 yen
- Number of purchasers: 951 in total
- Coffee served: 1,055 cups
- Sales: 590,900 yen
- Drip-bag coffee sold: 240 sets
- 808 bags
- Sales: 193,140 yen
- Roasted coffee beans sold: 28 bags
- Sales: 38,000 yen
- Flyers distributed: up to about 1,600
- Orange coffee (hot and iced): 518 cups
- On the final day, the cafe reached its long-awaited daily sales target of 300,000 yen

## Hear their calls as words. AI pet translator “PettiChat,” weighing about 27 g, now available for advance sale on Makuake

- Published: 2026-10-16T22:14:07+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000167185.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361975-en.html
- anchor: #n3409110
- Companies mentioned: エスイレブン合同会社、Makuake

エスイレブン合同会社 has begun advance sales of its AI pet translator “PettiChat” on Makuake. Its lightweight design weighs about 27 g and converts pets’ calls into messages, with location tracking and audio playback functions also included. Prices start at 23,599 yen.

Facts:
- About 27.2 g
- About 1.2 seconds
- 23,599 yen

## Jockey Naho Furukawa: The scene she witnessed in her 1st year of high school changed her life—“Women can become jockeys, too”

- Published: 2026-10-16T22:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000252.000014935.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361976-en.html
- anchor: #n3409111
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニッポン放送、JRA、日本テレビ、犬塚製作所

JRA jockey Naho Furukawa appeared on Nippon Broadcasting System’s program “Akane Osawa LUCKY 7 supported by 犬塚製作所.” She spoke about how, as a first-year high school student, seeing jockey Nanako Fujita’s success convinced her that women could become jockeys, leading her to enroll in a horse-racing school, as well as about the circumstances surrounding her debut.

Facts:
- 2021
- Wins for 3 consecutive weeks
- Oct. 12 (Mon., public holiday)–Oct. 16 (Fri.)
- 21:50

## [Amazon Prime Big Deal Days] The 11-inch “P11” tablet with Android 16 is 10% off for a limited time! Regularly 20,900 yen → special price of 18,900 yen! Limited-quantity sale through Oct. 20

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:59:47+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000408.000127114.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361926-en.html
- anchor: #n3409102
- Companies mentioned: 深圳市道格创想电子商务有限公司、Amazon.co.jp

深圳市道格创想电子商务有限公司 is offering a bundle version of its 11-inch “P11” tablet with Android 16 for a limited time during Amazon Prime Big Deal Days. The tablet is available at a special price of 18,900 yen, 10% off its regular price of 20,900 yen, in a limited-quantity sale through Oct. 20, 2026.

Facts:
- 10% OFF
- 20,900 yen
- 18,900 yen
- 2,000 yen
- Up to 48GB RAM
- 128GB ROM
- 8800mAh

## [Directly connected to Ikebukuro Station] Inner beauty salon エステプロ・ラボ to celebrate its grand opening on the 1st floor of “Esola池袋” on Nov. 8 (Sun.)

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:50:16+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000168.000018221.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361927-en.html
- anchor: #n3409103
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プロラボホールディングス、エステプロ・ラボ、Esola池袋

エステプロ・ラボ, an inner beauty salon operated by 株式会社プロラボホールディングス, will celebrate the grand opening of a new location on the 1st floor of the commercial facility “Esola池袋” in Toshima Ward, Tokyo, on Nov. 8, 2026.

Facts:
- Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026
- More than 30,000 stores nationwide
- 23 countries and regions worldwide
- More than 150 varieties
- Capital: ¥33 million

## Provision of a cloud-native electronic medical records system compatible with 厚生労働省’s standard specifications and certification system for electronic medical records

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:50:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000623.000093942.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361928-en.html
- anchor: #n3409104
- Companies mentioned: 富士通株式会社、富士通Japan株式会社、富士通Japan、デジタル庁、厚生労働省

富士通Japanは、厚生労働省の電子カルテ標準仕様および認証制度に対応したクラウドネイティブ型電子カルテシステムの機能強化に着手し、2027年4月から中小規模病院向け提供を開始予定。また、大規模病院向けシステムも2028年度中の提供を目指している。

Facts:
- From October 16, 2026
- Starting in April 2027
- During fiscal 2028 (Note 4)
- 47% share
- 400 beds or more

## [UPDATE] Nov. 19 in Osaka: Experience it firsthand—preventing bullying through card games and picture books. Free seminar and in-person consultations for local governments (こども家庭庁-commissioned project

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:48:25+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000044.000076724.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361929-en.html
- anchor: #n3409105
- Companies mentioned: 公益社団法人子どもの発達科学研究所、大阪大学、大阪府、こども家庭庁

公益社団法人子どもの発達科学研究所 will hold a free seminar for a こども家庭庁-commissioned project at 大阪大学’s Nakanoshima Center on Nov. 19, introducing ways to use card games and picture books to raise awareness about bullying prevention.

Facts:
- Nov. 19
- Capacity: 60 people for the seminar
- Individual consultation session: 3 organizations

## 瀬戸内産業芸術祭2026 adds 2 new official bus tour courses following popular demand

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:46:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000186934.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361930-en.html
- anchor: #n3409106
- Companies mentioned: 一般財団法人日本産業芸術財団、株式会社リョービツアーズ、パワーエックス、児島ジーンズストリート協同組合、三国工業、トンボ、藤クリーン、ナイカイ塩業株式会社、オオノ開發株式会社

After official bus tour Courses A and B for 瀬戸内産業芸術祭2026 sold out, 一般財団法人日本産業芸術財団 has begun selling new Courses C and D, planned by 株式会社リョービツアーズ.

Facts:
- 2 new courses
- See 4 works
- Visit 5 works
- Maximum of 16 people per course
- 7,000 yen per adult
- 3,000 yen discount for children
- (4,000 yen)
- All 7 venues

## iLiFE! to release “Idol Life Mega Pack,” its first major-label debut with ソニー・ミュージック, on Jan. 11, 2027 (Mon., public holiday)!

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:40:03+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005041.000013546.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361866-en.html
- anchor: #n3408975
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ソニー・ミュージックレーベルズ、ソニー・ミュージック、ソニー・ミュージックレーベルズ、Amazon.co.jp、HMV、HMV&BOOKS Online、TOWER RECORDS、楽天ブックス、セブンネット、Sony Music Shop、アニメイト

The 9-member idol group iLiFE! will release “Idol Life Mega Pack,” its first major-label debut single, through ソニー・ミュージックレーベルズ on Jan. 11, 2027.

Facts:
- Monday, Jan. 11, 2027 (national holiday)
- 9-member group
- Attracted 20,000 people
- 2,500 yen (tax included)
- 1,500 yen (tax included)

## Using generative AI while protecting medical institutions’ confidential information. Incerto launches an “in-hospital local AI platform” that integrates security enhancements and AI adoption for medical institutions

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:40:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000181058.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361867-en.html
- anchor: #n3408976
- Companies mentioned: Incerto合同会社、厚生労働省、国家サイバー統括室

Incerto合同会社 has launched an “in-hospital local AI platform” that enables medical institutions to use generative AI without sending confidential information outside the facility. The company builds dedicated hardware and software and handles everything from security checks to maintenance.

Facts:
- 4 AI systems that run inside the hospital
- Oct. 15, 2026
- 2018
- June 2026
- Approximately 4–6 months

## “TOHO presents New Monster General Election”: Top 4 new monsters selected, and voting for Phase 2 begins at 0:00 a.m. on Sat., Oct. 17! The new monsters take on the legend (Godzilla). You decide which “new monster” will challenge Godzilla!

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:34:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000039.000027367.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361868-en.html
- anchor: #n3408977
- Companies mentioned: 東宝株式会社、春とヒコーキ、TOHOスタジオ ROBOT、白組

東宝株式会社は「TOHO presents 新怪獣総選挙」の第1フェーズ結果を発表し、上位4体が第2フェーズに進出。10月17日より第2フェーズ投票を開始し、最終結果は11月3日の「ゴジラ・フェス 2026」で発表予定。

Facts:
- All 8 new kaiju
- Top 4
- More than approximately 170,000 votes
- 46,066 votes
- Height: 58 m
- Weight: 45,000 t
- 34,202 votes
- Height: 60 m
- Weight: 35,000 t
- 28,724 votes
- Height: 70 m
- Weight: 40,000 t
- 18,846 votes
- Height: 50 m
- Weight: 32,000 t
- 13,469 votes
- Weight: 20,000 t
- 12,147 votes
- Height: 74 m
- Weight: 26,500 t
- 11,778 votes
- Height: 48 m
- Weight: 18,000 t
- 6,914 votes
- Worldwide box office revenue of 84.5 billion yen

## [Halloween limited edition] Ghosts and gemstones—all edible! A Halloween-only treat made with mineral-like kohakuto, sure to delight adults too

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:26:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000180.000089127.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361830-en.html
- anchor: #n3408906
- Companies mentioned: メルティングポットハラペコラボ株式会社、ハラペコラボ

メルティングポットハラペコラボ株式会社 began selling its Halloween-limited kohakuto sweets “Halloween Mineral Fragments” and “Halloween Mineral Sweets Capsule” on Oct. 16, 2026.

Facts:
- Sale price: 3,980 yen (tax included)
- 販売価格：各680円（税込・1個売り）
- On sale from: Friday, Oct. 16, 2026
- Shipping begins: Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026

## PCs powered by NVIDIA RTX Spark go on sale today — a new dawn for Windows PCs

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:26:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000662.000012662.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361832-en.html
- anchor: #n3408907
- Companies mentioned: NVIDIA、ASUS、Dell、HP、Lenovo、Microsoft、MSI、MediaTek、Nous Research、Adobe

NVIDIA has announced the launch of RTX Spark-equipped laptops from ASUS, Dell, HP, Lenovo, Microsoft, and MSI. With up to 1 petaflop of AI performance and 128 GB of memory, they support local AI, creative work, and gaming.

Facts:
- Up to 1 petaflop of AI computing power
- Up to 128 GB of unified memory
- 3D scenes exceeding 90 GB
- AAA games at over 100 frames per second at 1440p resolution
- 740 億パラメータのモデル
- 1 億 5,000 万台を超える NVIDIA RTX™ AI PC

## 『ラブライブ！シリーズ オフィシャルカードゲーム』の限定プライズ＆カプセルトイが登場！11月20日（金）よりモーリーファンタジー・PALOにて展開開始

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:15:44+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001356.000060567.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361831-en.html
- anchor: #n3408908
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社イオンファンタジー、モーリーファンタジー、PALO、モーリーオンライン、PRIZE SPOT PALO、クレーン横丁、Feedy Arcade

株式会社イオンファンタジーは、『ラブライブ！シリーズ オフィシャルカードゲーム』の限定プライズ＆カプセルトイを11月20日より展開開始し、マストバイキャンペーンやSNSキャンペーンも同時開催する。

Facts:
- For every 500 yen inserted
- Limited PR cards (10 types in total)
- From Friday, November 20
- Large acrylic stands (15 types in total)
- Mini acrylic stand markers (13 types in total)
- Price: 500 yen (tax included)

## Poster ads for Yustella's original 3D avatar Lumia launch in AMORCE, a popular VRChat world

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:13:21+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000060.000108209.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361778-en.html
- anchor: #n3408818
- Companies mentioned: ユーステラグループホールディングス合同会社、U-Stella株式会社、ユーステラグループ

U-Stella株式会社 has begun displaying poster ads for its original 3D avatar Lumia in AMORCE, a popular VRChat world.

Facts:
- 7,777 yen (tax included)
- More than 100 types of tags

## 2026 パーソル クライマックスシリーズ パ 優勝！ ～全身全霊で、日本一へ！～

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:11:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000587.000012156.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361779-en.html
- anchor: #n3408819
- Companies mentioned: 福岡ソフトバンクホークス株式会社、北海道日本ハムファイターズ、パーソル、SMBC、みずほ PayPay ドーム福岡、BOSS E・ZO FUKUOKA、The FOODHALL、タカポイント、ためタカ！、タカコレ、JR 博多駅

福岡ソフトバンクホークスは、10月16日にクライマックスシリーズファイナルステージ第3戦で北海道日本ハムファイターズに勝利し、シリーズ突破を果たした。SMBC日本シリーズ2026出場に向け、記念キャンペーンやグッズ販売を実施する。

Facts:
- Today, Friday, October 16
- Regular Kakuhai price (580 yen)
- Without a jersey number: 6,000 yen
- With a jersey number: 6,600 yen
- Player-worn model cap 5,500 yen
- Face towel: 1,800 yen
- Up to 5,000 yen off

## A2O SOUL and A2O LITE, created by A2O Entertainment's key producer and visionary leader Lee Soo-man, debut on the same day!

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:08:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000192898.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361780-en.html
- anchor: #n3408820
- Companies mentioned: A2O Entertainment、Melon、Bugs、Apple Music、iTunes、Spotify、QQ Music、YouTube、YouTube Music、Mnet

Groups A2O SOUL and A2O LITE, created by A2O Entertainment's key producer and visionary leader Lee Soo-man, debuted on the same day and have posted strong results on major music charts in South Korea and abroad.

Facts:
- ranked No. 1 on the TOP100
- reached the top spot in just 29 hours
- ranked No. 1 on charts in a total of 8 countries and regions
- 11 countries and regions on iTunes
- 30 countries and regions on Apple Music
- 7 countries and regions on iTunes
- 4 countries and regions on Apple Music

## [ココマイスター] Smart Dulles debuts from the Natural NUME series, which carries on Japanese culture!

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:06:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000072.000132813.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361782-en.html
- anchor: #n3408821
- Companies mentioned: ココマイスター株式会社、COCOMEISTER、リモンタ社、イタリア・リモンタ社

ココマイスター株式会社 launched the Smart Dulles on October 16, 2026, from its Natural NUME series, which carries on Japanese culture. The price is ¥160,000 (tax included).

Facts:
- Oct. 16, 2026
- ¥160,000

## Congratulations on advancing in the 2026 PERSOL Climax Series Pacific League! Support the team as it aims to become Japan's best! Sale held for a limited time on October 17 (Saturday) and 18 (Sunday)

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:02:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000315.000021447.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361783-en.html
- anchor: #n3408822
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グッデイ、嘉穂無線ホールディングス株式会社、株式会社イーケイジャパン、株式会社カホエンタープライズ、カホパーツセンター株式会社、株式会社遊舎工房、福岡ソフトバンクホークス

株式会社グッデイは、福岡ソフトバンクホークスのクライマックスシリーズ突破を記念し、10月17日・18日の2日間限定でLINE公式アカウント友だち登録者向けに5%OFFのセールを開催する。

Facts:
- 67 locations
- All 65 stores
- 5% OFF
- October 17 (Saturday) and 18 (Sunday)

## FM NACK5's BEAT SHUFFLE to hold a live event! Details of the star-studded sessions announced!

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000095.000123797.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361789-en.html
- anchor: #n3408827
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エフエムナックファイブ、FM NACK5、イープラス、ローソンチケット、ぴあ、DISK GARAGE

FM NACK5 will hold a BEAT SHUFFLE live event at Omiya Sonic City on October 24. The 4 acts performing are DEZERT, D’ESPAIRSRAY, LM.C and MUCC.

Facts:
- Saturday, October 24
- 38th Anniversary
- 28th Anniversary
- Held for the first time in 3 years
- 4 acts
- 2 session bands
- 12,800 yen (tax included)
- 11,000 yen (tax included)
- 8,800 yen (tax included)
- 3,000 yen (tax included)

## お子様に合う英語教育が見つかる！GLIオンライン「OPEN HOUSE」開催

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000194.000084467.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361787-en.html
- anchor: #n3408826
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社鏑木教育コンサルティング、Global Learner’s Institute、GLI、GLIオンライン

コンサルティング型英会話スクール「Global Learner’s Institute（GLI）」は、2026年11月18日から20日まで、GLIオンラインにて特別体験イベント「OPEN HOUSE」を開催する。

Facts:
- 3 days
- Nov. 18, 2026
- 20
- 16:30～21:00

## [All children stay free during their birthday month, and adults get half off!?] Treehouse birthday offer launches! | TREE HOTEL NIKKA 菰野

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000361.000074598.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361786-en.html
- anchor: #n3408825
- Companies mentioned: ニッカホーム株式会社、TREE HOTEL NIKKA 菰野

The outdoor facility TREE HOTEL NIKKA 菰野 in Komono, Mie Prefecture, will run a birthday offer from October to December 2026 for guests celebrating their birthday month. All eligible children stay free, and 1 adult receives 50% off.

Facts:
- October 1–December 31, 2026
- 50% OFF
- 15:00～翌10:00
- 1組最大5名まで

## PK shampoo announces artists for DAY and NIGHT at PSYCHIC FES 2026, set for November 28 in Osaka's Shinsaibashi! 6 acts added in the fourth artist announcement!

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005151.000019470.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361785-en.html
- anchor: #n3408824
- Companies mentioned: 日本コロムビア株式会社、ぴあ株式会社、FWWW.、株式会社ホリプロ、株式会社SYUNKAN、GREENS

The circuit festival PSYCHIC FES 2026, hosted by PK shampoo, will take place in Osaka's Shinsaibashi on November 28. Artists for the DAY and NIGHT shows have been announced, along with 6 acts in the fourth lineup announcement. A total of 56 acts will perform; some tickets have sold out, and sales are moving to general release.

Facts:
- Saturday, Nov. 28
- DAY: 42 acts
- NIGHT: 14 acts
- 56 acts in total
- DAY ¥7,700-
- ALL ¥9,900-

## Korochiki's Nishino tackles everything that makes people give up on dieting and strength training! His first essay, based on his own experience and filled with advice on getting body and mind in shape: 40 Tips to Get Your Life Back in 3 Months: Get in Shape with Muscle. Set for release on December 11 (Friday)

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005410.000029501.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361784-en.html
- anchor: #n3408823
- Companies mentioned: 吉本興業株式会社、ヨシモトブックス、株式会社ワニブックス

吉本興業の出版レーベル「ヨシモトブックス」より、コロコロチキチキペッパーズ・西野創人の初エッセイ集『3か月で人生を取り戻す40のヒント筋肉で、整える。』が2026年12月11日に発売される。本書は西野の約3年間のボディメイク体験と挫折防止法を綴ったもの。

Facts:
- Will be released on December 11, 2026 (Friday)
- List price: 1,650 yen (tax included)
- 168Ｐ
- Through roughly 3 years of body transformation
- Placed 7th (top 8)
- Finished in 6th place

## ゲーム工房カコムタクがハンズ3店舗で期間限定の特別展開！ 新作ゲームも先行販売

- Published: 2026-10-16T20:57:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000155429.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361673-en.html
- anchor: #n3408613
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カコムタク、ゲーム工房カコムタク、ハンズ

ゲーム工房カコムタクがハンズ新宿店・渋谷店・博多店の3店舗で期間限定特設コーナーを展開し、累計1万部突破の『偏見プロフィール』など人気作を販売。また、新作ボードゲーム『これ、堂山くんに回して。』を先行販売する。

Facts:
- ハンズ3店舗
- More than 10,000 copies sold
- Starting Saturday, October 17, 2026
- Until Friday, Dec. 25
- Until the store closes on November 15 (Sunday)
- Price: 2,970 yen (tax included)

## 《DESCENTE ALLTERRAIN × EDIFICE》 announced an exclusive model of the “Half Coat Mountaineer,” featuring a rounded silhouette and made with the fabric used in the Mizusawa Down “Mountaineer.”

- Published: 2026-10-16T20:47:48+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002731.000011498.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361674-en.html
- anchor: #n3408614
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ベイクルーズ、EDIFICE、DESCENTE ALLTERRAIN、デサント オルテライン、ÉDIFICE

EDIFICE, operated by 株式会社ベイクルーズ, announced an exclusive “Half Coat Mountaineer” model made with Mizusawa Down fabric in collaboration with DESCENTE ALLTERRAIN. The product adds a new charcoal gray color and combines functionality with urban design.

Facts:
- ¥159,500
- Mid-November 2026

## [Kansai, Hyogo, Shiso] Reservations open today! A night gathered around “tororo botan nabe” in a winter forest. A winter-only glamping plan featuring a natural hot spring, bonfire and all-you-can-drink options is here <ウッドデザインパーク与位>

- Published: 2026-10-16T20:45:18+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001166.000045400.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361675-en.html
- anchor: #n3408615
- Companies mentioned: ウッドデザインパーク株式会社、ウッドデザインパーク与位

The glamping facility ウッドデザインパーク与位 in Shiso, Hyogo Prefecture, has announced an all-inclusive plan available only in winter that includes “tororo botan nabe” made with wild boar meat and grated yam, a natural hot spring, a bonfire and all-you-can-drink options. Reservations are now open.

Facts:
- From Oct. 2026
- Nov. 1, 2026
- Through January 3, 2027
- Check-in: 15:00
- 15:00～18:00
- Checkout: 11:00 the following day
- A 0-minute walk away
- Approximately 15 minutes by car

## Senior health insurance subsidy passes third reading! Taiwan People's Party “searches for” Puma Shen and 10 other DPP hopefuls: unwilling to vote to defend even their own platform

- Published: 2026-10-16T23:00:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173216
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4362064-en.html
- anchor: #n3409189

The Legislative Yuan passed an amendment in its third reading to have the central government fully subsidize seniors' health insurance premiums. The Taiwan People's Party questioned why several DPP candidates for county and city chief who are legislators did not vote in support, saying the policy could ease the burden on young families.

Facts:
- The Legislative Yuan today (16) passed an amendment to Article 22 of the Senior Citizens Welfare Act in its third reading, providing a full central government subsidy for health insurance premiums for people aged 65 and older who meet the income requirements.
- 吳皇昇 said subsidies for seniors' health insurance premiums could ease the burden on young families, especially the sandwich generation.

## Strait of Hormuz blockaded! Iraq's foreign minister confirms war has cost country $60 billion

- Published: 2026-10-16T22:45:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173225
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4362066-en.html
- anchor: #n3409190

Iraqi Foreign Minister 胡笙 confirmed that Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz amid the Middle East war had disrupted Iraqi oil exports, with estimated losses of about $60 billion.

Facts:
- Iraqi Foreign Minister 胡笙 said the country had lost about $60 billion during the Middle East war.

## Menopause is more than hot flashes! Doctor says “body aches” are a warning sign: don't miss the prime treatment window or suffer in silence

- Published: 2026-10-16T22:07:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173164
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4362067-en.html
- anchor: #n3409191
- Companies mentioned: 台灣更年期醫學會

台灣更年期醫學會 has issued updated treatment guidelines emphasizing that menopause involves more than hot flashes, with muscle aches also a common warning sign. Its chairperson 賴宗炫 said the first 10 years after menopause are the prime treatment window, and that the benefits of hormone therapy using natural progesterone outweigh the risks. He urged women not to endure the pain and to seek medical care early.

Facts:
- 根據台灣更年期醫學會資料，超過8成女性會經歷更年期症狀，平均持續約8年。
- 逾7成更年期女性曾出現腰痠背痛等肌肉骨骼症狀。
- 台灣更年期醫學會 defines the prime treatment period as within 10 years of menopause or before age 60.
- Clinical observations show that the rate of hormone therapy in Taiwan once fell as low as 5%.
- Naturally derived progesterone carries lower risks of breast cancer and blood clots.

## 2 Chinese coast guard vessels enter Dongsha restricted waters; Coast Guard conducts “1-to-1” escort and closely monitors, driving them away

- Published: 2026-10-16T22:02:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173224
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4362065-en.html
- anchor: #n3409192

The Coast Guard Administration's Dongsha Command discovered 2 Chinese coast guard vessels entering Dongsha restricted waters on the afternoon of the 16th and immediately dispatched the Cijin and patrol vessels to escort and monitor them on a one-to-one basis and drive them away. The agency strongly condemned Beijing for creating the false impression of jurisdiction and reiterated its sovereignty position. The two sides remain in a standoff at the scene.

Facts:
- The Coast Guard Administration's Dongsha Command detected 2 Chinese coast guard vessels entering Dongsha restricted waters on the afternoon of the 16th.
- Coast Guard vessels conducted one-to-one escort and monitoring and broadcast warnings in Chinese and English to drive them away.
- So far this year (115), the Coast Guard has carried out 11 operations to drive Chinese Coast Guard ships away from the Dongsha waters.
- The Coast Guard Administration strongly condemns Beijing’s actions of “using law enforcement as a pretext to expand its powers.”
- The two sides remain in a standoff in the frontline waters.

## Go》Winless in four previous best-of series, Lai Jun-fu takes on Hsu Hao-hung for the fifth time! Inaugural Huanle Cup million-dollar final begins Oct. 22

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:59:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173221
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361905-en.html
- anchor: #n3409042
- Companies mentioned: 海峰棋院、中華職業圍棋協會

The semifinals of the inaugural Huanle Cup professional Go tournament concluded on the 15th, with Meijin Hsu Hao-hung and Go Sage Lai Jun-fu defeating Chen Shiyuan and Jian Jingting, respectively, to advance. The two will begin a best-of-five final on Oct. 22, competing for the million-dollar prize and the defending champion title.

Facts:
- The champion of the inaugural Huanle Cup professional Go tournament will receive NT$1 million in prize money.
- The Huanle Cup semifinals were held on the 15th at 海峰棋院.
- Lai Jun-fu has not won a single one of his four previous best-of-series matchups against Hsu Hao-hung.
- The Huanle Cup is a professional Go tournament sponsored by entrepreneur Lü Shuishang and named by Lin Haifeng, Honorary Tengen.
- The Huanle Cup final is a best-of-five series, with each player given 3 hours of basic time and five 60-second overtime periods.

## Indonesian wildfires wreak havoc! Haze blankets Singapore for weeks, with PM2.5 levels reaching an 11-year high

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:55:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173217
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361906-en.html
- anchor: #n3409043

Singapore is grappling with severe haze caused by wildfires in Indonesia, with PM2.5 reaching an 11-year high and PSI readings exceeding 200 in several areas. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said authorities would pursue accountability under the THPA and suspend outdoor sports facilities, while launching a mask distribution program to protect public health.

Facts:
- As of the 16th, the air pollution index (PSI) in Singapore’s three major regions had exceeded 200 over the previous 24 hours, reaching the “very unhealthy” level.
- The 1-hour PM2.5 readings in central and southern Singapore reached 191 and 163 micrograms per cubic meter, respectively.
- The PM2.5 reading in western Singapore briefly surged to a peak of 288, an alarming level of air pollution not seen since 2015.
- Sport Singapore announced a full suspension of access to all outdoor and non-air-conditioned facilities at ActiveSG sports centers.
- Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong stressed that legal action would be taken against the companies involved under the Transboundary Haze Pollution Act (THPA).

## Will they refuse to countersign the bill passed at third reading? Waiving health insurance premiums for seniors would cost nearly NT$40 billion this year. Executive Yuan: We will respond lawfully and constitutionally

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:46:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173208
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361907-en.html
- anchor: #n3409044

The Legislative Yuan passed amendments to the Senior Citizens Welfare Act at third reading, requiring the central government to fully subsidize health insurance premiums for people aged 65 and older, prompting strong protests from the Executive Yuan. Premier Cho Jung-tai accused the legislature of violating the Constitution and said it would take lawful and constitutional measures in response, warning that the move would create intergenerational unfairness and a fiscal burden.

Facts:
- The Legislative Yuan passed amendments to the Senior Citizens Welfare Act at third reading today (the 16th), stipulating that people aged 65 and older no longer need to pay health insurance premiums, with the central government taking over the full cost of subsidies previously provided by local governments.
- Premier Cho Jung-tai responded in the evening that the amendments raise 3 issues and that the Executive Yuan would respond lawfully and constitutionally.
- DPP lawmaker Wang Cheng-hsu cited a joint statement from medical groups warning that if the opposition’s version of the amendments takes effect, subsidies would be needed for at least 4.03 million people each year, at a cost of NT$40 billion.
- Executive Yuan spokesperson Li Hui-chih said estimates show that fully subsidizing health insurance premiums this year for people aged 65 and older with income tax rates below 20% would cost about NT$39.965 billion, rising to NT$62.86 billion by 2049.
- Premier Cho Jung-tai said Legislative Yuan President Han Kuo-yu had disregarded the Constitution and the entire legal system, and had allowed opposition lawmakers to lead the way in violating the Constitution.

## 2026 Hsinchu Tourism Development Forum opens Oct. 19! Mayor Ann Kao invites ezTravel and international experts to unveil the future of AI travel and explore emerging tourism trends with the public

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:43:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/5564800
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361908-en.html
- anchor: #n3409045
- Companies mentioned: 新竹市政府、易遊網旅行社、芙洛麗大飯店

The 新竹市政府 will hold a tourism development forum on Oct. 19, inviting ezTravel Vice President Hsiao Kuan-chun and expert Tai Tung-hua to discuss AI applications in smart tourism and urban mobility, with the aim of leveraging technology to boost the city’s tourism competitiveness.

Facts:
- The 2026 HCCGxTTI Hsinchu City Tourism Development Forum will be held on Oct. 19 on the 3rd floor of 芙洛麗大飯店 in Hsinchu City.
- The forum’s theme is “Winds Rise in Hsinchu, Connecting with the World.”
- Hsiao Kuan-chun, deputy general manager of 易遊網旅行社, will share how AI and digital tools are changing travel product design and itinerary planning.
- International tourism and digital standards expert Tai Tung-hua will discuss integrating travel data and enabling information interoperability.
- Hsinchu Mayor Ann Kao hopes cross-sector integration of technology and tourism will showcase Hsinchu as a city with both technological strength and cultural appeal.
- The forum will focus on international tourism, city branding, industry exchanges and future AI trends.

## ezTravel and international digital standards experts to discuss smart tourism at Hsinchu City Tourism Development Forum on Oct. 19; Mayor Ann Kao invites the public to explore future travel trends

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:31:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173218
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361909-en.html
- anchor: #n3409046
- Companies mentioned: 易遊網旅行社、新竹市政府

The 新竹市政府 will hold a tourism development forum on Oct. 19, inviting ezTravel Vice President Hsiao Kuan-chun and expert Tai Tung-hua to discuss AI applications in smart tourism and data services, with the aim of improving the visitor experience and strengthening Hsinchu’s competitiveness.

Facts:
- The 新竹市政府 will hold the “2026 HCCGxTTI Hsinchu City Tourism Development Forum” on Oct. 19 at 芙洛麗大飯店 in Hsinchu City.
- The forum’s theme is “Hsinchu Takes Flight, Connecting with the World.”
- Hsiao Kuan-chun, deputy general manager of 易遊網旅行社, will share how AI and digital tools are changing travel product design and itinerary planning.
- International tourism and digital standards expert Tai Tung-hua will discuss integrating travel data and enabling information interoperability.
- The forum will focus on international tourism, city branding, industry exchanges and future AI trends.
- Mayor Ann Kao said smart tourism should center on travelers’ needs and connect city attractions with public transportation.
- Online registration is open starting today.

## 曾吐嘈中國「連廁所都沒有」？白宮新發言人札卡利亞深陷律師資格爭議

- Published: 2026-10-16T21:10:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173210
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361910-en.html
- anchor: #n3409047
- Companies mentioned: 白宮、法新社、美聯社、川普媒體集團

白宮新任發言人札卡利亞因回顧2016年批評中國基礎設施的言論，以及其律師資格爭議而引發關注。她承認因個人原因未通過律師資格考試，但其履歷曾顯示律師背景。

Facts:
- 白宮新任新聞秘書札卡利亞在訪問中回憶2016年時認為中國連適當的廁所都沒有。
- Zakaria’s status as a lawyer is being questioned after she gave an ambiguous answer about where she passed the U.S. bar exam.
- Zakaria acknowledged that she was too busy preparing to move to China with her husband and having her first child to retake the bar exam.
- 現年41歲的札卡利亞正式接任新白宮發言人，上任不到1週。

## Chang Li-shan heads to U.S. smart cities forum! Yunlin’s smart infrastructure unveiled, reshaping perceptions of the agricultural county

- Published: 2026-10-16T20:35:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173203
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361639-en.html
- anchor: #n3408561
- Companies mentioned: OCLC、台灣大學、雲林科技大學、屏東科技大學、豐漁水產、崙背地區酪農戶

Yunlin County Magistrate Chang Li-shan traveled to the U.S. to attend the ICF 2026 Global Summit and present the county’s smart infrastructure achievements. Yunlin County has been selected as one of the global Top7 smart cities for the second time, showcasing its agricultural transformation and digital governance.

Facts:
- 雲林縣繼2024年後，今年再度入選國際智慧城市論壇（ICF）全球七大智慧城市（Top7），並取得完整智慧城市社群認證。
- Chang Li-shan attended the International Smart Cities Forum (ICF) 2026 Global Summit on the 15th, local time, in the Columbus area of Ohio, U.S.
- Since founding the “Smart Agriculture University” in 2020, the Yunlin County Government has trained a total of 2,560 young and middle-aged students.
- After more than 7 years of promotion, the local “Yunlin Good Products” brand has surpassed NT$6 billion in cumulative sales.
- This year, Yunlin won the 2026 Smart City Innovation Application Award for “Agricultural TSMC: AI-powered generative services transforming Yunlin agriculture,” marking its fifth consecutive year of winning an award.
- Yunlin County’s cumulative investment attraction totaled NT$306.9 billion from 2019 through the end of June 2026.
- The county government invested NT$280 million to establish three education centers and improve the digital learning environment.

## Taiwan’s flag raised to welcome visitors! 13 Higashikawa brands showcase woodworking craftsmanship

- Published: 2026-10-16T20:32:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173201
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361640-en.html
- anchor: #n3408562
- Companies mentioned: 東川町政府、新家園沙發、Dann Bed充個墊、桃園市政府

Hokkaido’s Higashikawa will hold a furniture and crafts exhibition in Taiwan in October. The Huashan exhibition brings together 13 brands, with 新家園沙發 and Dann Bed充個墊 co-organizing exhibitions in Taipei and Taoyuan. The parties signed an MOU to deepen Taiwan-Japan cooperation.

Facts:
- Higashikawa will showcase its furniture and craft culture in Taiwan in October, with the Huashan exhibition bringing together 13 furniture brands and artisan workshops.
- 新家園沙發 and Dann Bed充個墊 signed a memorandum of cooperation with 東川町政府 at a press conference for the Huashan exhibition.
- Higashikawa Mayor Shin Kikuchi said that since the Japanese-language study program began in 2010, about two thousand to three thousand Taiwanese students have traveled there for exchanges.
- The exhibition at Dann Bed’s Ren’ai flagship store, titled “One Wood, One Object, One Life,” showcases its curated selections.
- The 桃園市政府 and 東川町政府 have teamed up to present the exhibition “DESIGN OUR LIFE｜Craft Landscapes of Higashikawa, Hokkaido” at the Daxi Assembly Hall.

## Japan’s foreign resident population hits a record high! Surpassing 4.28 million, with China, Vietnam and South Korea ranking as the top 3

- Published: 2026-10-16T20:30:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173166
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361641-en.html
- anchor: #n3408563

Statistics from Japan’s Immigration Services Agency showed that the number of foreign residents in Japan totaled 4.28 million at the end of June this year, a record high. Chinese nationals ranked first, followed by Vietnamese and South Korean nationals.

Facts:
- The number of foreign residents in Japan stood at about 4.28 million at the end of June this year, a record high.
- By residence status, permanent residents were the largest group, totaling 961,300.
- Chinese nationals were the largest group among foreign residents in Japan, totaling 941,000.
- A total of 19,707,000 foreign nationals entered Japan in the first half of this year, down from the same period last year.
- 今年上半年以「經營、管理」在留資格入境的人數減少約8成。
- A total of 65,200 foreign nationals had overstayed their visas as of July 1 this year.

## A “Long-long” whirlwind is sweeping the campaign! Lai Jui-lung launches 3 styles of “Shape-Shifting Longlong” T-shirts; campaign headquarters opens 10/17, sparking a wave of support.

- Published: 2026-10-16T20:30:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173200
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361642-en.html
- anchor: #n3408564

The team of Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Lai Jui-lung has unveiled its second wave of fundraising merchandise, including three “Shape-Shifting Longlong” themed T-shirts and TEAM TAKAO towels, using local designs to rally supporters to take part in campaign activities.

Facts:
- Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Lai Jui-lung unveiled the second wave of fundraising merchandise on October 16, including 3 limited-edition illustrated T-shirts and TEAM TAKAO microfiber towels.
- The donation redemption price for the 3 limited-edition illustrated T-shirts is NT$999 each.
- The donation redemption price for TEAM TAKAO microfiber towels is NT$400 each.
- The fundraising merchandise will first be available for donation redemption at the service booth during the campaign headquarters opening rally on October 17 at the intersection of Ziyou Road and Yihui Road in Fengshan District.
- The fundraising merchandise will be available from October 18 at the campaign headquarters at No. 250, Zengzi Road, Zuoying District, and on the official website.
- The fundraising merchandise was designed and produced entirely by local Kaohsiung illustrators and a screen-printing studio.

## Attention, 1.419 million shareholders! “00919 fills its dividend gap” in 20 trading days; NT$1,100 per lot deposited yesterday.

- Published: 2026-10-16T20:20:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173152
- anchor: #n3408565

The headline says the 00919 ETF filled its dividend gap within 20 trading days and paid NT$1,100 in dividends per lot, benefiting 1.419 million shareholders.

## How can AI-assisted investigations stay within bounds? Think twice about personal invitations! Police academy seminar focuses on law enforcement ethics, smart policing and community safety.

- Published: 2026-10-16T20:18:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173194
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361644-en.html
- anchor: #n3408566
- Companies mentioned: 臺灣警察專科學校、鍾毓榮律師事務所、財團法人汽車交通事故特別補償基金、銘傳大學

臺灣警察專科學校 held a seminar on policing theory and practice on October 15, inviting experts including Agency Against Corruption Director-General Hsieh Ming-kuan to discuss law enforcement ethics, risks of AI-assisted investigations and fraud prevention, and stressing the importance of strengthening police integrity and technological capabilities.

Facts:
- Police academy President Liu Hung-lieh said professional ability enables police to do things well, while integrity guides them to do the right thing.
- 智慧警政圓桌論壇由銘傳大學講座教授兼社會科學院院長黃富源主持。
- The seminar featured nine papers covering topics including fraud prevention, protection of vulnerable groups and the challenges of AI in law enforcement.
- Chen Yung-chen, a professor in the Police Administration Department at the police academy, said smart policing must integrate technology, legal frameworks and practical experience.
- The seminar was jointly organized by the Police Administration Department at the police academy, 鍾毓榮律師事務所 and 財團法人汽車交通事故特別補償基金.

## 中信金控 and TIIA join forces for the 6th consecutive year to host the Taiwan Impact Investment International Forum, bringing together public-private cooperation and family capital to open a new chapter in impact finance.

- Published: 2026-10-16T20:00:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173181
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361645-en.html
- anchor: #n3408567
- Companies mentioned: 中國信託金融控股公司、中信金控、台灣影響力投資協會、TIIA、中國信託商業銀行、中信銀行、台灣人壽保險公司

中信金控 and TIIA jointly held the 2026 Taiwan Impact Investment International Forum for the 6th consecutive year, focusing on public-private cooperation and family capital. Responsible investment reached NT$1.42 trillion in 2025, and a major BOT project was signed to advance sustainable infrastructure.

Facts:
- 中信金控 has partnered with 台灣影響力投資協會（TIIA） for 6 consecutive years since 2021 to hold events related to impact investment.
- This year’s forum, themed “Public-Private Cooperation to Build an Impact Finance Ecosystem,” explored five key areas.
- 中信金控’s responsible investment totaled more than NT$1.42 trillion in 2025, up 10% year over year.
- 中信金控 subsidiary 台灣人壽保險公司 signed the country’s largest BOT project in the sports sector today.
- 中信銀行, the host bank for a family office business workshop, joined 18 peer institutions to map out a development blueprint.
- 中信金控’s investment in public infrastructure grew 15%, steering financial capital toward sustainable transformation and national development.

## Driving local economic growth: Hsu Shu-hua honors outstanding companies for Industry Day.

- Published: 2026-10-16T19:20:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173215
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361918-en.html
- anchor: #n3409060
- Companies mentioned: 南投縣工業會、仕揚實業、南崗工業區廠協會、南投縣工商發展投資策進會、南投縣進出口商業同業公會、勞保局南投辦事處、勞動力發展署南投就業中心

南投縣工業會 held its 80th Industry Day celebration, where County Magistrate Hsu Shu-hua honored 60 outstanding companies. She said the county government would continue helping businesses resolve operational challenges and work together to drive local economic growth.

Facts:
- 南投縣工業會 held its 80th Industry Day celebration on the morning of the 16th at Nangang Hall in the Nangang Industrial Park Service Center.
- County Magistrate Hsu Shu-hua and Huang Chih-ming, chair of the industrial association, jointly presented awards to the winning companies one by one.
- The event honored 60 companies with outstanding records in supporting the association’s work, including 仕揚實業.
- Hsu Shu-hua thanked the industrial association for its long-standing guidance to businesses and for helping industries take root in Nantou and train talent.
- 南投縣工業會 has a history spanning 80 years, a legacy made possible by the joint efforts of successive chairs, board members, supervisors and member companies.

## NT$13.2 billion to build a new engine for tech talent in southern Taiwan! National Tsing Hua University and National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University move into Kaohsiung as 6 major projects get underway.

- Published: 2026-10-16T19:16:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173193
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361653-en.html
- anchor: #n3408573
- Companies mentioned: 高雄市政府、教育部、國家發展委員會、國立清華大學、國立陽明交通大學、台積電、華邦電、威剛、台灣中油、中鋼

高雄市政府 has launched the National Key Fields Intercollegiate Research and Education Park, with a total budget of NT$13.235 billion, and invited National Tsing Hua University and National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University to establish a presence there, aiming to create a hub for cultivating technology talent and advancing industry-academia research in southern Taiwan.

Facts:
- The overall construction budget for the National Key Fields Intercollegiate Research and Education Park is NT$13.235 billion.
- 國立清華大學 and 國立陽明交通大學 are both establishing a presence in Kaohsiung to develop the research and education park.
- National Tsing Hua University plans to establish six master’s and doctoral degree programs starting in the 116 academic year.
- The park is expected to train 2,100 master’s and doctoral students by 119.
- Six new construction projects, including Building 1 for Industry-Academia Collaboration at Site A and Building 2 for Industry-Academia Collaboration at Site B, have officially begun.
- Since its Kaohsiung campus was inaugurated in July 114, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University has continued to expand its teaching and research capacity.

## Village chief election takes on an idol-inspired look! Lin Hung-tse unveils a fresh “Keep Changing” image, with eye-catching campaign merchandise.

- Published: 2026-10-16T18:52:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173211
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4361655-en.html
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Lin Hung-tse, chief of Mingxiao Village in Kaohsiung’s Cianjhen District, has unveiled a new campaign visual identity and merchandise centered on “Keep Changing” as he seeks reelection in the 2026 local elections, and has refreshed his digital platforms to strengthen communication.

Facts:
- Lin Hung-tse, chief of Mingxiao Village in Kaohsiung’s Cianjhen District, unveiled a new campaign visual identity on the 16th, with “Keep Changing” as the central theme of his reelection bid.
- Lin Hung-tse launched idol-style campaign merchandise, including support towels, streamers, T-shirts, badges and personal profile cards.
- Lin Hung-tse’s campaign identity uses “Dawn Yellow,” symbolizing vitality and hope, and “Harbor Blue,” representing stability and trust.
- Lin Hung-tse said the policy pledges he made over the past four years had been fulfilled step by step with residents’ support, and said he hoped to be a village chief who “gets things done.”
- Lin Hung-tse has also updated his Facebook fan page and official LINE account to provide more timely village administration information and community services.