https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 96 items from 8 sources; Japan, 33 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/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422494https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422494Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:48:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA友達董事長彭双浪表示，為避免景氣循環干擾，純面板事業營收2030年將降至3成；公司轉型聚焦先進封裝、光通訊、AR眼鏡及低軌衛星等領域，並強調與康寧合作開發TGV技術，以及與大立光在CPO領域的合作關係。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422495https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422495Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:47:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNACatcher Yao Kuan-wei experienced the Taiwan Series for the first time since joining 味全龍隊, saying his former team 富邦悍將 came just short of winning the championship this year. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422493https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422493Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:43:06 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA味全龍隊總教練葉君璋澄清，投手黃侰程任意引退並非態度問題，而是因父親過世受到影響，球隊希望給予時間。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422488https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422488Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:40:03 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe KMT held a referendum campaign rally in Changhua’s Yuanlin under the slogan “Only nuclear power can provide electricity,” with Changhua County Magistrate Wang Hui-mei and KMT Changhua County magistrate candidate Wei Ping-cheng appearing together for the first time. Wang spoke only about energy issues and left without campaigning for votes. Party Chair Cheng Li-wun, Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen and others also spoke at the event. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422489https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422489Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:39:01 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA民進黨台北市長參選人沈伯洋建議在條通商圈設置樹木或車架以增強民眾安全感，市長蔣萬安回應指出條通路不寬，此舉可能造成不便。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422476https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422476Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:35:59 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中華職棒 championship series (Taiwan Series) opening game features 中信兄弟隊. The starting lineup changed little, with Chang Shih-lun leading off and Sung Sheng-jui moving from the sixth spot to the ninth. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422477https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422477Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:32:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中華職棒總冠軍賽（台灣大賽）今日開打，味全龍隊野手張政禹以新染紅髮及4根辮子亮相，許願贏1場剪1根。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422320https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422320Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:24:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA bill promoted by the KMT and Taiwan People’s Party to conditionally exempt seniors from National Health Insurance premiums passed its third reading in the Legislative Yuan. Health and Welfare Minister Shih Chung-liang warned it could widen the urban-rural gap and seriously undermine intergenerational justice, noting the vast difference in subsidies between Taipei City and Yunlin County. He said it was not health equity. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422069https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422069Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:19:53 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 中華職業棒球大聯盟 championship series (Taiwan Series) opened at the Taipei Dome, with 味全龍隊 facing 中信兄弟隊. Brothers Chang Cheng-yu and Chang Shih-lun are competing on the Taiwan Series stage for the first time. Chang Shih-lun said he had lost to his older brother since childhood and hoped to answer back this time. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422028https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422028Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:15:50 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMLB’s 洛杉磯道奇 were swept out of the postseason by the Brewers and have entered the offseason. The team faces multiple uncertainties, including health concerns surrounding Shohei Ohtani, the futures of free agents such as Tarik Skubal, and a possible lockout resulting from the collective bargaining agreement expiring on Dec. 1. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421881https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421881Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:04:48 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAVice President Hsiao Bi-khim backed Democratic Progressive Party Penghu County magistrate candidate Wu Shu-chin, calling her the best partner for former magistrate Chen Kuang-fu in governing the county and urging the public to fully support her in carrying on his policy vision. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421691https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421691Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:00:46 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFighting has intensified between Yemen’s Houthi rebels and the Saudi-led coalition. The rebels have fully encircled Taiz and are advancing toward Aden, the seat of the government, worsening the humanitarian crisis there. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421690https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421690Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:59:44 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA candidate surnamed Lin for township representative in Checheng, Pingtung County, allegedly tried to buy votes with gift boxes containing whisky, mooncakes and other items. The Pingtung District Prosecutors Office searched the candidate’s premises and secured approval to detain the candidate without visitation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421566https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421566Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:55:42 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 連江縣政府 invited 中國福州市馬尾區海峽閩劇團 to give 3 performances in Matsu from the 16th to 19th. County Magistrate Wang Chung-ming thanked 文化部 and 陸委會 for approving the special application. It is the first time since the pandemic that a Fujian opera troupe has performed in Matsu. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421567https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421567Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:55:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAH5N1 bird flu virus has been detected on Australia’s Macquarie Island for the first time, prompting experts to fear mass deaths among the elephant seal population. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419392https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419392Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:48:37 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADemocratic Progressive Party Taitung County magistrate candidate Chen Ying wore a T-shirt printed with “秀，凹這麼寬” to mock Wu Hsiu-hua’s farm-road widening project and demand an explanation. Wu’s campaign headquarters responded that attention should be focused on policy and released a campaign music video titled “秀台東.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419390https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419390Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:41:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA蘋果’s first foldable-screen phone, iPhone Duo, sold briskly during presales in China, briefly crashing its official website. Shipments are now scheduled for January 2027, and scalpers are charging premiums of up to 6,000 yuan。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419391https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419391Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:40:33 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA味全龍隊 head coach Yeh Chun-chang singled out 22-year-old sidearm pitcher Lin Po-yu for his versatility and nerves of steel, adding him to the Taiwan Series roster. Lin recalled being a Lamigo Monkeys fan in little league and admiring his idol Chen Chun-hsiu, whom he may now face in the Taiwan Series。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419386https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419386Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:36:31 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA味全龍隊 head coach Yeh Chun-chang said opponents 中信兄弟隊 have the resilience and tradition of an established team, and hopes the Taiwan Series will be an exciting contest。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419383https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419383Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:26:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA立法院三讀修正老人福利法，行政院長卓榮泰批評修法造成世代不公；民眾黨主席黃國昌要求卓榮泰與總統賴清德辯論，民進黨回應請黃國昌先熟讀憲法與預算法。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419384https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419384Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:26:26 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA刑事局 warned that scam groups are posing as church elders and soliciting money transfers through emails and LINE groups. It urged the public to call and verify with the person directly when someone they know asks for a transfer。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419385https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419385Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:25:24 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Consumers’ Foundation said large vehicles are involved in about 2,000 inner-wheel-difference accidents annually over the past 5 years, and urged the government to review the current minimum safety standard, which requires only “any one” visibility-assistance system. It recommended adding blind-spot warning systems and audible alerts, and shifting to a framework based on driver needs and safety performance。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419376https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419376Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:23:22 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA陳姓男子與網戀女友交往，對方稱父親過世需喪葬費向男借3萬元，並指導其匯款時謊稱「歸還親戚購物款」以規避查核。郵局員工發現異常報案，台中警方到場後確認為詐騙手法，成功阻止匯款。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419377https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419377Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:20:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA立法院 will review the consent case for NCC commissioners next week. The Kuomintang and 民眾黨 said they would scrutinize the nominees closely to ensure they are politically neutral and not ruling-party lackeys. 民進黨 stressed that NCC is an independent agency and that the ruling and opposition parties should jointly shoulder responsibility for restoring its normal operations。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419369https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419369Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:09:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA味全龍隊 will start 24-year-old catcher Lin Chen-hsun in the opening game of the Taiwan Series. Head coach Yeh Chun-chang said he had given him ample time to manage his nerves。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419370https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419370Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:09:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA國發會 is drawing on Taipei’s Wanhua “大水溝二手屋” experience to explore combining AI digital tools with cross-sector resources and turning local initiatives into a replicable model of social resilience governance to address challenges such as an aging population and care for disadvantaged groups。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419371https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419371Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:07:13 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA國民黨金門縣長參選人陳玉珍提出籌建「金門第二大同之家」及智慧安養照護計畫，並推動在地照顧人才培育；無黨籍參選人李文良則建議建置「社區健康運動角」，結合硬體與專業課程預防高齡者失能，建立全齡健康照顧網。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419367https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419367Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:02:11 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA穆迪 upgraded Egypt’s long-term credit rating by 1 notch from Caa1 to B3 and maintained a positive outlook, citing Egypt’s fiscal reforms in line with its IMF financing program。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419368https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419368Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:57:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANew Taipei City Mayor Hou Yu-ih shared the stage with Kuomintang New Taipei mayoral candidate Lee Szechuan, praising his 42 years of public service and ability to get things done. He said he would hand over political leadership to “someone who gets things done.” Lee pledged to speed up construction of the Lushe Bridge, connect an AI technology corridor, and build a Luzhou hospital. He also criticized 民進黨 legislator Su Chiao-hui for missing the vote on the Senior Citizens Welfare Act amendments。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419366https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419366Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:56:07 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNARenovation of Bangka Park in Taipei was completed and the park opened. Mayor Chiang Wan-an said the project connects views of Longshan Temple with open space. The city invested more than NT$200 million, added 43 trees, and installed a reflecting pool, hoping to boost local development。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419244https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419244Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:56:05 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADemocratic Progressive Party Hsinchu County magistrate candidate Cheng Chao-fang opened a campaign office in Guanxi Township. He proposed linking attractions along the Niulan River to create a Hakka village experience dubbed “strolling Kyoto,” and promoting green transport, improving road safety, and combining tourism with local industries。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419241https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419241Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:51:03 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 2026 New Taipei Good Market Festival opened at Banqiao’s Fuzhong Plaza, bringing together 40 food stalls and a themed exhibition. Mayor Hou Yu-ih said the city government has invested NT$7 billion in market renovations. Night market discounts and rewards for recycling are also being offered during the event。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419242https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419242Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:48:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPingtung County Magistrate Zhou Chun-mi's campaign headquarters opened, with President Lai Ching-te attending to show his support and praise her governance record. Leaders from the southern counties and cities gathered to demonstrate their resolve to develop the Greater Southern Taiwan Science and Technology Corridor. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419172https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419172Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:31:16 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAgriculture Minister Chen Chun-chi announced that 9.2 billion yuan would be budgeted from 115 to 118 in the Republic of China calendar to subsidize farm machinery, while promoting “Uber for farm machinery” and expanding the industries eligible for subsidies. The Yunlin International Agricultural Machinery and Materials Exhibition opened, bringing together nearly 400 companies. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419171https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419171Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:30:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Taitung District Prosecutors Office investigated a campaign operative surnamed Ching for allegedly mobilizing new immigrants to buy votes through banquets. The court ordered his release on NT$150,000 bail. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419173https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419173Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:26:54 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIndia's 信實集團（Reliance） welcomes 星鏈（Starlink） and other companies into the satellite communications market, stressing that they must comply with Indian regulations. SpaceX said it had received regulatory approval and was ready to provide high-speed internet. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419095https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419095Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:12:51 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAJapan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry approved 台積電's plan to produce advanced 3-nanometer semiconductors at its second factory in Kumamoto Prefecture. The factory is expected to begin production in December 2028, with monthly capacity of 6,000 wafers. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3418968https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3418968Sat, 17 Oct 2026 14:54:49 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAVice President Hsiao Bi-khim visited Penghu, praising achievements in local revitalization, preservation of stone weir culture and rural regeneration, and inviting the public to learn about Penghu. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419243https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419243Sat, 17 Oct 2026 13:13:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThis week's major events included international and domestic developments. Internationally, they included Indonesian haze affecting neighboring countries, Pope Leo XIV's cancer diagnosis, an attack on an airport in Saudi Arabia, the IMF raising Taiwan's economic growth forecast to 10.7%, and the United States launching Section 337 investigations into 鴻海 and 台達電, among other developments. Domestically, they included 中油 purchasing natural gas from Alaska, 台積電 reporting record revenue and evaluating a factory in Texas, and the Legislative Yuan passing amendments to the Senior Citizens Welfare Act in third reading. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422490https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422490Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:42:05 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe matcha cafe roan（ロアン）, operated by JOYS TABLE, will grand-open near Kyoto Marutamachi Station in the Kyoto Imperial Palace area on Nov. 14, 2026. It will serve matcha drinks, sweets and brunch dishes, and will also hold an opening campaign. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422491https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422491Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:41:35 +0900JapanPR TIMES有限会社三景スタジオが運営する「写真工房ぱれっと」は、北海道5店舗の周辺にあるフォトウェディングのおすすめロケーションやアクセス・移動時間をまとめた特集記事を公開した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422492https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422492Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTAC株式会社 will hold a free information session on Bookkeeping Levels 3 and 2 at its Nagoya school on Oct. 24. It is also running a Level 2 study support campaign offering free access to a seminar on consolidated accounting, and providing information on discounted fees for online correspondence and in-person courses, as well as eligibility requirements for benefits. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422318https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422318Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:17:36 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社YORISOI is expanding its recruitment of marketers, customer success (CS) staff and career advisers (CA) as it looks to grow its business in its second phase. In October 2026, it added 5 CAs, aiming to become “渋谷を代表するHRカンパニー” (a leading HR company in Shibuya). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422319https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422319Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:15:11 +0900JapanPR TIMES小豆島ヘルシーランド株式会社, which operates 千年オリーブテラス, is collaborating with Tokyo bathhouses 小杉湯 and 小杉湯原宿 to hold a limited-time event from Oct. 16, 2026, offering olive-derived bath additives and food products. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422022https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422022Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:10:24 +0900JapanPR TIMESTGI FRIDAYS JAPAN will hold “FRIDAYFUL HALLOWEEN!” from Oct. 19 through 31, featuring limited-time menu items, award-winning drinks from a cocktail competition and a costume contest. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422023https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422023Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:06:26 +0900JapanPR TIMESノジマTリーグ2026-2027シーズン公式戦、10月17日にトップおとめピンポンズ名古屋対九州カリーナのオーダーが発表された。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422027https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422027Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe new film “Aikatsu Stars! ~Hoshi-boshi no Progress~,” marking the 10th anniversary of “Aikatsu Stars!,” is set to open on Jan. 22, 2027, and its key visual and full trailer have been unveiled. Hania Ogi, Hitomi Suzuki and Shiori Nagata of the female idol group ≠ME have been appointed to the publicity team, and sales of the 2nd edition of the movie ticket card will also begin. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422026Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESToko Inui, a member of the VTuber group “Nijisanji,” operated by ANYCOLOR株式会社, will perform the opening theme song for 読売テレビ’s drama “Jotei.” The song is “Tokyo City Night,” from the 2nd mini album “One day.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422025https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422025Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESABEMA will air episode #3 of the talk variety show “裏垢ウララカ,” hosted by Akira Kawashima of Kirin, at 11 p.m. on Oct. 17, 2026. Guests including Hirona Nagahama and Terunosuke Takezai will share their true feelings in conversations based on anonymous posts. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422024https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3422024Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESイオンサヴール株式会社 has announced the results of the 7th customer poll and the 6th staff poll in its “Picard Favorite Product Election,” held to mark the 10th anniversary of the opening of Japan’s first ピカール store. “Croissants / Mini Croissants” have long ranked No. 1 in both the customer and staff categories, while “Ratatouille” made a strong showing. About 90% of respondents said they wanted to enjoy healthy meals with their families. Campaign offers include special prices on popular products and free gifts. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421688https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421688Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:48:22 +0900JapanPR TIMESHRShaker, operated by 株式会社Shake, has analyzed 81 success stories from small and midsize companies and unveiled a recruitment support method for identifying and translating “everyday things at the company” into strengths. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421689https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421689Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:45:27 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Shake is highlighting HRShaker’s recruitment support service, which is designed around phone applications, using real-world data including a 33% web application form abandonment rate among older job seekers. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419387https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419387Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:42:19 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 48th WorldSkills Competition closed in Shanghai, with 1,385 competitors from 68 countries and regions taking part. China maintained its global lead in both gold medals and overall points for the 5th consecutive competition, earning high marks for promoting vocational education and skills cooperation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419388https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419388Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:41:37 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Takarazuka Lantern 2026 Halloween Night” will be held in Takarazuka on October 23, 2026, featuring an event where participants walk through the city carrying handheld lanterns. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419389https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419389Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:40:15 +0900JapanPR TIMESFor the ノジマTリーグ2026-2027 season official match, the lineup was announced for the October 17 matchup between 木下アビエル神奈川 and 京都カグヤライズ. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419378https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419378Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本マネジメント総合研究所合同会社 announced that it had urgently expanded its lineup of lectures on “cyber risk disaster preparedness” by its chairman, Tomonori Tomura, on October 17, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419379https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419379Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:28:42 +0900JapanPR TIMESPRO CLINIC銀座院 has begun offering a “male hormone therapy” menu for consultations about issues such as male menopause and reduced libido. Treatment involves intramuscular injections of testosterone preparations based on blood tests and other assessments, with 3 plans available, ranging from a single session to a 6-month support plan. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419380https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419380Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:28:07 +0900JapanPR TIMESCrane Planet, a large crane game arcade operated by 株式会社松原興産, will open 2 stores in Osaka (Takatsuki and Namba) simultaneously in November, following its Kuze store in Kyoto. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419381https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419381Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:20:17 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社GAAAT will hold the final venue of “Initial D Art Exhibition by GAAAT,” an art exhibition based on the manga Initial D, in Shibukawa, Gunma Prefecture, on October 17 and 18, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419382https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419382Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:20:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社システムリサーチが運営する「創作品モールあるる」は、全国の20～60歳男女300名を対象に色・柄選びの実態に関するアンケート調査を実施。55.3％が好みとは違う色・柄を選んだ経験があり、理由1位は「品切れ」（47.0％）だった。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419372https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419372Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:01:18 +0900JapanPR TIMESROCKY2, operated by 株式会社村山自動車商会, sells DC12V-powered roof air conditioners for minivans. The cooling-only model costs 480,000 yen, while the heating and cooling model costs 630,000 yen. In a vehicle test using a Delica D:5, it recorded approximately 16 hours and 30 minutes of continuous operation on a 200Ah auxiliary battery. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419375https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419375Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESまるっと本舗, an unwanted item collection service operated by SYSTR株式会社, is running a campaign in Urayasu only during November 2026 to collect sports cycling items such as road bikes and indoor trainers, offering a discount of up to 1,000 yen when customers use a flat-rate package. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419374https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419374Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ネイティブキャンプ has added content featuring 20 scenarios about sightseeing in Sydney to its online English conversation material “New Travel English: Basic.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419373https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419373Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTOKYO FM and 38 JFN stations nationwide will broadcast a special edition of FM FESTIVAL 2026 on November 3, 2026, hosted by Suzu Hirose. The 3-hour extended program will include interviews with Tenshin Nasukawa and Yojiro Noda. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419365https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419365Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:59:12 +0900JapanPR TIMESIn the ノジマＴリーグ2026-2027 official match held on October 17, T.T彩たま defeated 静岡ジェード 4-0. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419240https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419240Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESスペラボ奈良市西登美ヶ丘店, a self-storage facility operated by 株式会社UKCorporation, will open in Nara City on November 1, 2026, and is running an opening campaign. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419094https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419094Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESロボットスタート株式会社 will feature 9 streamers from the VLiver project “brossom,” operated by ENILIS, in original voice commercials distributed through a podcast advertising network from Oct. 24 to Nov. 1, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419093https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419093Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAt Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens, operated by 神戸リゾートサービス株式会社, the “Corridor of Light,” where autumn foliage light-ups and Christmas illuminations come together, will be held on a large scale starting Nov. 7, 2026. The area will expand to about 220 m, where visitors can stroll while enjoying background music, food and drinks. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419092https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419092Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSTVV has signed an alliance partner agreement with 6C6D株式会社 for the 2026-2027 season. 6C6D operates the custom suit brand “SAMON” and will provide suits to STVV players and staff. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419091https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419091Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES横浜みなとみらいホールは、2027年5月5日に開催される「こどもの日コンサート」の企画・制作に中学生が関わる「中学生プロデューサー」事業の参加者を募集している。活動は2026年12月から始まり、神奈川フィルハーモニー管弦楽団による演奏を披露する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419090https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419090Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAzusa Babazono, who is affiliated with Yoshimoto Kogyo, will hold her first Hiroshima live show, “Babazono: Comedy and Sketches LIVE in Hiroshima,” at Hiroshima Edion Kamiyacho Hall on Nov. 27. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419089https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419089Sat, 17 Oct 2026 14:58:50 +0900JapanPR TIMESノジマTリーグ2026-2027シーズンの公式戦で、木下マイスター東京が琉球アスティーダを4-0で破った。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421628https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421628Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:50:24 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The United States and the Myanmar military-backed government held their second meeting in a month in Tokyo last week, with a delegation led by Assistant Secretary of State Vance. Talks touched on the release of an American businessman, the closure of scam compounds and Myanmar's heavy rare earth deposits, and were seen as opening a new front in U.S.-China rivalry. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421629https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421629Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:39:09 +0900Taiwan風傳媒A discussion on Threads about the practical value of childhood extracurricular skills drew many responses praising swimming, martial arts and mental arithmetic as lifelong skills, emphasizing their practical value for survival, self-defense and logical thinking. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421630https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421630Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:35:32 +0900Taiwan風傳媒A TVBS poll on public opinion ahead of the Taipei mayoral debate found that Shen Po-yang led Chiang Wan-an by 11 percentage points in debate favorability, and that most residents were paying attention to the debate. Meanwhile, Chiang's proposal to relocate Songshan Airport faced greater opposition, with only the Neihu and Nangang districts showing a majority in favor. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421631https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421631Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:34:58 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Democratic Progressive Party Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Po-yang was challenged by Mayor Chiang Wan-an over his proposal to improve the Tiaotong area. Shen hit back by emphasizing his professional background and criticizing Chiang for disrespecting expertise. In an interview today, Shen mentioned only trees and other facilities, avoiding any mention of bicycle racks, as the two sides sparred over the feasibility of the policy. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421633https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421633Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:15:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Apartment prices in Seoul have not cooled one year after the Lee Jae-myung government's housing crackdown began; instead, they have risen for 88 consecutive weeks. Supply shortages in outlying suburban districts and the semiconductor corridor in Gyeonggi Province, along with money from corporate bonuses, are driving the gains, while traditional luxury neighborhoods continue to fall amid tax changes and high interest rates. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421634https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421634Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:06:22 +0900Taiwan風傳媒財政部賦稅署公布115年5、6月期統一發票未兌領清冊，指出仍有4張千萬元特別獎逾期未領，期限至11月5日。同時7、8月期新開出17張千萬獎，累計共21張待領，提醒民眾確認發票狀態以免錯失獎金。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419305https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419305Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:23:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Host Kevin Tsai was accused of indirectly mocking Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an after posting a joke about “Kyoto people.” Chiang clarified that there had been no miscommunication. Tsai later deleted the post and urged the public not to disrupt the mayor’s official duties, seeking to put the controversy to rest. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419306https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419306Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:18:22 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Tourism Administration of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications released its latest statutory list of travel agencies. 洋碁國際旅行社 had its license revoked for failing to pay the full required security deposit, while Enjoy Fun and three other operators were dissolved. Another 40 agencies are suspended. The move is intended to help the public check operators’ status and reduce consumer risks. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419307https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419307Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:17:38 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The first phase of railway undergrounding in downtown Tainan opened ahead of schedule on Oct. 17, and the new Tainan Station began operations. The original Tainan Station will be preserved as a national monument, while follow-up demolition work continues alongside efforts to develop commercial activity in the station area and improve nearby transportation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419309https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419309Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:10:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒French high school students have blocked schools in protest for 3 consecutive weeks over insufficient education resources. Prime Minister Lecornu accused the far left of manipulating public opinion to boost its election prospects, while an economist said France’s fiscal crisis is severe but solvable. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419308https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419308Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:10:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Executives at several airlines warned that the industry faces a difficult period of 3 to 5 years as geopolitical conflicts drive up fuel costs. Airlines are considering fare hikes, fleet reductions and cost-structure improvements to cope with high inflation and the risk of weakening demand. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419029https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419029Sat, 17 Oct 2026 14:45:09 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The writer “漂浪島嶼” criticized President Lai Ching-te for shifting his stance on nuclear power in response to electricity demand from the AI industry, saying he had turned opposition to nuclear power from a “universal value” into an “ideology.” The writer also questioned whether the Taiwan independence movement would face the same fate in the future. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419030https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419030Sat, 17 Oct 2026 14:35:39 +0900Taiwan風傳媒新光三越’s Tainan Zhongshan Store announced it will close on Oct. 31, 2026, ending nearly 30 years of operations. The company is holding a storewide clearance sale with prices starting at 1-tenth of the original price, along with several commemorative events, to thank customers and bring its run to a close. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419031https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419031Sat, 17 Oct 2026 14:20:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒AI engineer 邱契 at U.S. cybersecurity company SentinelOne used OpenAI GPT-6 Astra to crack Napoleon’s encrypted letter from 1809 in just 6 hours, revealing French troop deployments and marking a new milestone in historical codebreaking. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419032https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419032Sat, 17 Oct 2026 14:18:56 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Paraguay’s Minister of Information and Communications Technologies, Gustavo Villate, hit back at China’s sanctions, reaffirmed the country’s steadfast ties with Taiwan, and moved to accelerate cooperation on projects including an AI computing center. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419034https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419034Sat, 17 Oct 2026 14:10:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Experts warn that 12-year-olds who eat a balanced diet do not need protein powder, and excessive intake could lead to kidney failure. They recommend getting protein from natural foods and warn of lax market regulation and potential health risks. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419033https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419033Sat, 17 Oct 2026 14:10:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒China’s 科創50指數 plunged nearly 40% in the second half of 2026, while chip leaders MuXi and 摩爾線程 saw their share prices halved, reflecting a shift in market sentiment and risks from high valuations. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419035https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3419035Sat, 17 Oct 2026 14:05:35 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Taiwan People’s Party pushed for an amendment to Article 22 of the Senior Citizens Welfare Act, providing full central government subsidies for health insurance premiums for people aged 65 and over. The bill passed its third reading on the 16th. Premier Cho Jung-tai criticized it as unconstitutional and warned it could crowd out social welfare spending. The Ministry of Health and Welfare warned that the main premium payers could face higher payments, while Huang Kuo-chang said local leaders from the ruling DPP support the policy. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421716https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421716Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:50:01 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心台灣自來水公司因屏東縣東港鎮汰換管線工程，於2026年10月17日至19日對頂中里、朝安里、福德里及新園鄉共和村實施停水。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421726https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421726Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:30:01 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心台灣自來水公司發布嘉義縣義竹鄉北華村及新店村停水更新，因新過橋往新店方向自來水管破管進行搶修。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421717https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421717Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:30:01 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心台灣自來水公司因新化區大同街124號旁管線緊急維修，導致臺南市新化區多個里停水，影響時間為2026年10月17日15:26至18:30。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421718https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421718Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:20:01 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心台灣自來水公司發布屏東縣東港鎮多里停水警報，因漏水搶修影響共和里、東隆里等區域，生效時間為2026年10月17日15:17至21:00。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421719https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421719Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:50:01 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心台灣自來水公司發布高雄市楠梓區玉屏里停水警報，因後勁東路38號搶修，影響時間為2026年10月17日14:42至17:00。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421720https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421720Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:21:41 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心中央氣象署發布高溫資訊，桃園市、臺南市、屏東縣部分區域於17日中午前後為黃色燈號，建議減少戶外活動並注意防曬與補水。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421721https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421721Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:10:02 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心Water service will be suspended in Sanqi Village and Daxing Village, Dongshan Township, Yilan County, while crews repair a leak in a 250mmPVCP pipe beside No. 12 Dexing 10th Road. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421722https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421722Sat, 17 Oct 2026 14:40:02 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心An emergency repair of a road leak in Anping District, Tainan City, has caused water outages and reduced water pressure in parts of the area, affecting Jincheng Village. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421723https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421723Sat, 17 Oct 2026 14:20:01 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心台灣自來水公司因楊梅區富民街579巷100PVCP滲水搶修，導致桃園市楊梅區上湖里及富豐里停水，影響時間為2026年10月17日13:16至17:00。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421724https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-15/index-en.html#n3421724Sat, 17 Oct 2026 14:00:02 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心台灣自來水公司發布南投縣竹山鎮多里停水警報，因破管搶修影響區域包含中山里、竹山里等，生效時間為2026年10月17日12:58至19:00。