https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.htmlOne 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.en https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409404https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409404Fri, 16 Oct 2026 23:50:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASu 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409402https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409402Fri, 16 Oct 2026 23:36:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNABritish 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 After 3 years of appeals, he relied mainly on ChatGPT for legal advice and succeeded in having the fine and lawsuit withdrawn. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409334https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409334Fri, 16 Oct 2026 23:25:23 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAUkrainian 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409335https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409335Fri, 16 Oct 2026 23:24:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409250https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409250Fri, 16 Oct 2026 23:08:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAUkrainian 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409251https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409251Fri, 16 Oct 2026 23:07:16 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409252https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409252Fri, 16 Oct 2026 23:06:14 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409253https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409253Fri, 16 Oct 2026 23:05:12 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThere 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409128https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409128Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:56:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMarket 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409127https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409127Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:45:07 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409126https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409126Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:44:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409124https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409124Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:42:05 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAfter 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409125https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409125Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:41:03 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409120https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409120Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:40:01 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409121https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409121Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:37:59 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409119https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409119Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:36:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409118https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409118Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:32:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409117https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409117Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:29:53 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409114https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409114Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:21:48 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409112https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409112Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:11:46 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAWith 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409113https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409113Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:07:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409108https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409108Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:01:41 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409109https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409109Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:00:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409107https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409107Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:58:37 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408980https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408980Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:51:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408981https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408981Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:49:33 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408978https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408978Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:42:31 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNALed 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408979https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408979Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:41:29 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408973https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408973Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:39:26 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAI 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408974https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408974Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:38:24 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408909https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408909Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:30:22 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIndependent 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408910https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408910Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:28:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408911https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408911Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:27:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPolice 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408912https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408912Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:25:16 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIraqi 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408829https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408829Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:19:13 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANight 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408828https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408828Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:14:11 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408816https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408816Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:08:09 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAJapan'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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408817https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408817Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:07:07 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408616https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408616Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:59:05 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408617https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408617Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:59:03 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408497https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408497Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:55:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408498https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408498Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:53:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408499https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408499Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:52:56 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408500https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408500Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:52:54 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409403https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409403Fri, 16 Oct 2026 23:37:13 +0900JapanPR TIMESA survey of 40 existing clients conducted by 株式会社BOTANICO found that 70% of companies use AI to create personas and KPIs. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409254https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409254Fri, 16 Oct 2026 23:12:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTo 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409255https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409255Fri, 16 Oct 2026 23:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409257https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409257Fri, 16 Oct 2026 23:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409256https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409256Fri, 16 Oct 2026 23:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESIdol 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409249https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409249Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409122https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409122Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:44:36 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409123https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409123Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:33:35 +0900JapanPR TIMESA 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409115https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409115Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:19:43 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409116https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409116Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:16:09 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409110https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409110Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:14:07 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409111https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409111Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESJRA 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409102https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409102Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:59:47 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409103https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409103Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:50:16 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409104https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409104Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:50:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409105https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409105Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:48:25 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409106https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409106Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:46:38 +0900JapanPR TIMESAfter 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408975https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408975Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:40:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408976https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408976Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:40:00 +0900JapanPR TIMESIncerto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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408977https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408977Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:34:39 +0900JapanPR TIMES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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408906https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408906Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:26:54 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408907https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408907Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:26:38 +0900JapanPR TIMESNVIDIA 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408908https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408908Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:15:44 +0900JapanPR TIMES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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408818https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408818Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:13:21 +0900JapanPR TIMESU-Stella株式会社 has begun displaying poster ads for its original 3D avatar Lumia in AMORCE, a popular VRChat world. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408819https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408819Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:11:20 +0900JapanPR TIMES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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408820https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408820Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:08:39 +0900JapanPR TIMESGroups 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408821https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408821Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:06:55 +0900JapanPR TIMES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). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408822https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408822Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:02:51 +0900JapanPR TIMES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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408827https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408827Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESFM 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408826https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408826Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408825https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408825Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408824https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408824Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408823https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408823Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408613https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408613Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:57:04 +0900JapanPR TIMES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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408614https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408614Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:47:48 +0900JapanPR TIMESEDIFICE, 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408615https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408615Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:45:18 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409189https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409189Fri, 16 Oct 2026 23:00:05 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409190https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409190Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:45:47 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409191https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409191Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:07:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒台灣更年期醫學會 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409192https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409192Fri, 16 Oct 2026 22:02:45 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409042https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409042Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:59:14 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409043https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409043Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:55:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409044https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409044Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:46:30 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409045https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409045Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:43:28 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409046https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409046Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:31:57 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409047https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409047Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:10:32 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408561https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408561Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:35:44 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408562https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408562Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:32:58 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408563https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408563Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:30:36 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408564https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408564Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:30:14 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408565https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408565Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:20:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408566https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408566Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:18:38 +0900Taiwan風傳媒臺灣警察專科學校 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408567https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408567Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:00:48 +0900Taiwan風傳媒中信金控 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409060https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3409060Fri, 16 Oct 2026 19:20:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒南投縣工業會 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408573https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408573Fri, 16 Oct 2026 19:16:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒高雄市政府 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408585https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261016-21/index-en.html#n3408585Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:52:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒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.