AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-17 18:00–21:00 JSThttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 53 items from 3 sources; Japan, 26 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en 梵蒂岡 announces Pope Leo XIV will be discharged and return to the Vatican 4 days after lung cancer surgeryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3423057https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3423057Sat, 17 Oct 2026 20:43:54 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA梵蒂岡 announced that Pope Leo XIV will be discharged and return to his residence 4 days after lung cancer surgery. The medical team said the surgery was successful and there were no complications. The pope is expected to make a public appearance tomorrow, but the secretary of state said future engagements may need to be adjusted based on his health. Dragons win Taiwan Series opener as 蔣銲 shuts out the Brothers over 8 inningshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3423055https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3423055Sat, 17 Oct 2026 20:38:50 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA味全龍隊 foreign pitcher 蔣銲 threw 8 scoreless innings as the starter at Taipei Dome, helping the Dragons beat 中信兄弟 3-0 and claim their first win in the 中華職棒 championship series. Documentary director 彭啓原 chronicles an old photo studio, hoping to bring local stories to a wider audiencehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3423054https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3423054Sat, 17 Oct 2026 20:31:47 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADocumentary director 彭啓原 spent 30 years chronicling the story of an old photo studio in Yangmei, Taoyuan. His book, 《從前從前，有家金淼寫真舘》, won an Openbook Best Book Award and was shortlisted for the Golden Tripod Awards. Recently reprinted with support from 客家公共傳播基金會, the new edition was celebrated at a gathering in Taipei's Dadaocheng district. 蔣萬安 said to have never attended a preschool directors' meeting in 4 years; 林奕華: Taipei and New Taipei have different systemshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3423053https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3423053Sat, 17 Oct 2026 20:18:45 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA蘇傳臣, head of the childcare support association for 國民黨 New Taipei mayoral candidate 李四川, said Taipei Mayor 蔣萬安 had not attended a preschool directors' meeting in 4 years. Taipei Deputy Mayor 林奕華 explained that Taipei and New Taipei have different systems, while 蔣萬安 pledged to attend if reelected. China's 3 departments launch joint probe into 尊界 controversy; analysts point to 華為 factor behind ithttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3423052https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3423052Sat, 17 Oct 2026 20:14:43 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中國工信部等三部門成立聯合調查組，針對華為新能源車「尊界V800」煞車踏板支架斷裂問題進行核查。港媒分析指出，官方高層級介入的重點在於背後的華為因素，旨在平息輿論風波並守住安全底線。 Green Oscars ceremony honors several prosecutors and police officers for protecting forests and curbing environmental crimehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3423050https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3423050Sat, 17 Oct 2026 20:08:41 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Forestry and Nature Conservation Agency of the Ministry of Agriculture held an awards ceremony for 「115年度林業及自然保育有功人員」, with 15 individuals and 3 groups receiving awards. Several prosecutors and police officers were recognized for investigating environmental crimes and protecting forests, including prosecutors 嚴維德, 蘇厚仁 and 張雅晴, and police officer 謝睿軒. Business representative 黃國寶 was also honored for contributions to disaster response. Taichung's Dadun Fine Arts Exhibition opens in Singapore, showcasing the diversity of Taiwan's artistic talenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3423049https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3423049Sat, 17 Oct 2026 20:00:38 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 2026 Taichung Dadun Fine Arts Exhibition Cultural Exchange Exhibition opened at the art gallery of the Singapore Chinese High School Cultural Centre, featuring 60 works from past Dadun Award collections. It is the first time the exhibition has traveled to Singapore in its 31-year history. 李四川 backs health insurance law amendments for seniors, hopes to expand 土城醫療園區https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3423048https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3423048Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:56:36 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA李四川, the 國民黨 candidate for New Taipei mayor, supports amendments to health insurance laws for seniors and has pledged to expand medical, long-term care and social welfare resources at 土城醫療園區 if elected. 張峻 launches campaign headquarters; 季連成 backs him and pledges to support disaster prevention and managementhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422925https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422925Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:51:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIndependent Hualien County mayoral candidate 張峻 held an inauguration rally for his campaign headquarters. Executive Yuan政務委員 季連成 attended to show his support and pledged to serve as chief disaster-prevention adviser. 張峻 invited 和碩集團 Chairman 童子賢 to head the campaign headquarters and responded to controversy over past allegations of damaging information about him. 陳素月 forms civic-group support association, pledges to work together on charity if electedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422926https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422926Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:45:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA陳素月, the 民進黨 candidate for Changhua County mayor, held an inauguration event for the Civic Groups Support 陳素月 Association. She pledged to work with groups including 扶輪社 and 獅子會 to promote charitable causes if elected, and to set up a project office to serve small and medium-sized enterprises. Oil tanker attacked in Persian Gulf, loses power; crew evacuated safelyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422921https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422921Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:34:29 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAn oil tanker flying the flag of the Marshall Islands was attacked by an unidentified projectile in the Persian Gulf, lost power and caught fire. The crew was evacuated safely, with no casualties. 吳釗燮 attends Taiwan Forum in Berlin, stresses Taiwan's security is vital to Europe's prosperityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422922https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422922Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:33:27 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANational Security Council Secretary-General 吳釗燮 was invited to attend the 「台灣論壇」 in Berlin and speak with European Parliament Security and Defence Committee Chair 史琪曼. He stressed that peace in the Taiwan Strait is vital to Europe's security and economic interests, and called for deeper Taiwan-Europe cooperation in semiconductors, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. U23 World Cup training squad plays exhibition games in Japan; 宋柏翰 hits home run and drives in 5 to help team winhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422923https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422923Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:33:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan's U23 World Cup training squad traveled to Japan for exhibition games against 梅田學園. 宋柏翰 hit a home run and drove in 5 runs, helping the team win 9-4. New Taipei's Yingge Carnival opens, with illuminated tile corridor adding nighttime charmhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422853https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422853Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:29:23 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA2026鶯歌嘉年華今日在新北市鶯歌老街登場，推出「鶯陶花磚廊道」及「鶯歌打卡趣」等活動，結合餐車市集、陶藝手作與舞台演出。新北市政府經濟發展局長盛筱蓉表示，捷運三鶯線通車後平日人潮增加3至5成，盼透過活動吸引民眾認識在地陶瓷品牌。 Russian military launches airstrikes, claims to have targeted Ukrainian steelworks and power facilitieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422854https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422854Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:27:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNARussia's Defense Ministry claimed it carried out large-scale airstrikes on Ukraine overnight, targeting the 阿塞洛米塔爾 steelworks in Kryvyi Rih, a substation in Zhytomyr, the Zaporizhzhia steelworks and a Black Sea cargo ship. Yokohama Ryusei says losing weight to just over 40 kilograms for a role took a toll on him physically and mentallyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422776https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422776Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:16:17 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAJapanese actors Yokohama Ryusei and Suzu Hirose visited Taiwan to promote the film “You Are Like the Stars.” Yokohama said he lost weight from just over 60 kilograms to just over 40 kilograms for his role, leaving him physically and mentally exhausted. iPhone Duo opens for preorders; Hong Kong police receive more than 100 reports of credit card fraudhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422777https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422777Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:16:14 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA蘋果’s first foldable-screen phone, the iPhone Duo, opened for preorders last night. Hong Kong police received reports from more than 110 residents saying their credit cards had been used without authorization to place orders, involving about 4.6 million Hong Kong dollars. Police said the fraud occurred because 蘋果 had not enabled the “3DS” verification mechanism, and expressed regret that 蘋果 had not taken a more active role in accepting responsibility. Legislature to review NCC appointments next week; Cabinet urges rational, professional reviewhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422774https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422774Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:14:12 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA立法院 will review the consent cases for NCC commissioner appointments next week. 行政院 urged 立法院 to return to a rational, professional review and exercise its consent authority as soon as possible to restore the independent agency’s operations. China protests Estonian lawmakers’ attendance at Taiwan National Day reception; lawmaker says exchanges with Taiwan will continuehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422775https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422775Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:12:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Chinese Embassy in Estonia issued a diplomatic note to Estonia over the attendance of several Estonian parliamentarians at Taiwan’s National Day reception. Peikto, chair of the Estonia-Taiwan Friendship Group in the Estonian parliament, said such attendance was customary and would not affect his willingness to continue active exchanges with Taiwan. Hospital: Pope Leo XIV recovering well, to leave this afternoon for the Vaticanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422766https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422766Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:04:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPope Leo XIV is recovering well from surgery to remove a lung adenocarcinoma, and 傑梅利醫院 said he would be discharged this afternoon and return to the Vatican. He is expected to recite the Angelus in St. Peter’s Square tomorrow. Trump pauses sweeping sanctions on Russia; Zelenskyy says move rewards and emboldens Putinhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422765https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422765Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:02:06 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to waive new sanctions on Moscow would only embolden Russian President Vladimir Putin, and called on allies to continue pressuring Russia. Worker killed by falling suspended panels; Keelung City Government orders work halted and investigationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422763https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422763Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:00:04 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA workplace accident occurred at a construction site on Dade Road in Qidu District, Keelung City. A 30-year-old worker surnamed Chen was suspected of being struck and killed by suspended panels. The Keelung City Government ordered the contractor to halt work immediately and investigate. U.S. civic groups stage “No Kings Day” rallies for the 4th time, urge early voting in midterm electionshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422764https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422764Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:57:01 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAU.S. civic groups held “No Kings Day” rallies for the 4th time, aiming to encourage voters to cast ballots early ahead of the Nov. 3 midterm elections. The cross-partisan effort included more than 3,000 events nationwide. New Taipei City Christmasland opens Nov. 13; lights on Banqiao footbridges unveiled earlyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422641https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422641Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:52:59 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 2026 New Taipei City Christmasland will open on Nov. 13, with its main lantern area in Banqiao District, and run through Dec. 27. Lights on footbridges around Banqiao Station and the New Taipei City Government have already been unveiled. New Taipei City Mayor Hou Yu-ih said 6 satellite light zones will be set up to disperse crowds. Yang Yung-wei continues pursuit of Olympic points, thanks brother for encouragement and says he is the strongesthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422640https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422640Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:41:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAfter the Nagoya Asian Games and world championships, judo athlete Yang Yung-wei said he would continue competing in 3 events to accumulate Olympic points, and thanked his brother, Yang Chun-ting, for his encouragement. Political sources: Locally funded health insurance subsidies for seniors differ from Legislature’s demand that central government payhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422636https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422636Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:37:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPolitical sources clarified that President Lai Ching-te supports Pingtung County Magistrate Chou Chun-mi’s plan to use locally budgeted funds to subsidize health insurance premiums for people aged 65 and older. This differs from the unconstitutional approach opposed by the central government, in which 立法院 demands that the central government pay. The key difference lies in budget allocation and which level of government bears fiscal responsibility. Dust and overflowing restrooms at Tainan Station; railway bureau to step up cleaning and inspectionshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422634https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422634Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:28:53 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAOn the first day of underground railway service in Tainan, Tainan Station experienced heavy dust, overflowing restrooms and elevator failures. 交通部鐵道局 said it would step up cleaning and inspections and urged the public to help maintain the facilities. Inflation and debt squeeze; IMF says low-income oil importers shut out of AI gains are most vulnerablehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422635https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422635Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:28:50 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said at the annual meeting in Bangkok that low-income oil-importing countries unable to benefit from AI gains are the most vulnerable amid inflation, high debt and the war with Iran. Their debt repayments as a share of government revenue have risen from 8% to 14%. Chilai Mountain Hut fees set to rise, starting at NT$800 per person; Paiyun Lodge to cost NT$1,000https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422632https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422632Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:21:48 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA內政部國家公園署預告調漲太魯閣國家公園奇萊山屋及玉山國家公園排雲山莊使用規費，奇萊山屋平日800元、假日1200元；排雲山莊由現行480元調整為平日1000元、假日1500元。 國合會 at 30: Chen Ming-chi says Taiwan is a professional partner, hopes young people continue to join overseas aidhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422629https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422629Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:15:46 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA國合會30週年校園大使成果發表在台北舉行，外交部次長陳明祺表示台灣已從受援國轉變為提供專業技術的夥伴，盼青年持續參與援外合作。 Global oil prices remain volatile at high levels; 中油 to leave gasoline and diesel prices unchanged next weekhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422630https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422630Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:13:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中油 announced that gasoline and diesel prices would remain unchanged from Oct. 19 to 25: 92-octane unleaded gasoline at NT$31.2, 95-octane unleaded gasoline at NT$32.7, 98-octane unleaded gasoline at NT$34.7, and premium diesel at NT$29.9. To stabilize prices, the government and 中油 will together absorb NT$10.6 and NT$10.9 of the costs of gasoline and diesel, respectively. Yasukuni Shrine’s autumn festival; Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi offers a ritual offeringhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422631https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422631Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:12:42 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAJapanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi sent a ritual offering for Yasukuni Shrine’s autumn festival. Cabinet members Minoru Kiuchi and Kenichiro Ueno also visited or made offerings. South Korea’s Foreign Ministry expressed deep disappointment and regret, calling on Japan to face its history. Contemporary International Printmaking Art Exhibition presents diverse media and regional perspectiveshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422496https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422496Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:55:16 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPenghu’s first “Ink in Motion—Contemporary International Printmaking Art Exhibition” opened at 洪根深美術館, bringing together more than 10 artists from Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Malaysia, Finland and Taiwan to showcase the diversity of printmaking across media and regions. Chiayi’s Lucao dry-pond fishing festival opens, recreating early fishing sceneshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422497https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422497Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:55:14 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNALudong Community in Lucao Township, Chiayi County, held a dry-pond fishing festival, inviting the public to haul in seine nets and recreate early fishing scenes. Fish and shellfish caught from the ponds were given away for free. County Magistrate 翁章梁 and Legislator 蔡易餘 took part in the event, which aims to preserve local traditions and cultural heritage. Champi could strengthen into a severe typhoon as early as tonight; expected off eastern Taiwan on the 22nd, track still being monitoredhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422498https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422498Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:54:12 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA氣象署 said moderate Typhoon Champi could strengthen into a severe typhoon as early as tonight and is expected to reach waters off eastern Taiwan on the 22nd; its subsequent track remains uncertain. Temperatures in western Taiwan could reach 35 degrees before the 20th, while strengthening northeasterly monsoon winds on the 21st and 22nd will affect weather and temperatures nationwide. Finalists named for the 2026 Tokyo tournament of the “Roland-Garros Junior Series by ルノー”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3423056https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3423056Sat, 17 Oct 2026 20:35:21 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe semifinals of the 2026 Tokyo tournament of the “Roland-Garros Junior Series by ルノー” were held, with 2 players each in the boys’ and girls’ draws advancing to the final. The winners will earn a place in the main draw of the junior tournament in Paris in 2027. Global VTuber project “IZIGENIA” to debut new members! Streaming begins Oct. 18, 2026 (JST)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3423051https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3423051Sat, 17 Oct 2026 20:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ClaN Entertainment announced that 4 new members of its global VTuber project “IZIGENIA” will make their debuts starting Oct. 18, 2026. ノジマTリーグ 2026-2027シーズン 公式戦 10月17日開催 トップおとめピンポンズ名古屋 vs 九州カリーナ 試合結果https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3423047https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3423047Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:48:06 +0900JapanPR TIMESIn an official match in the ノジマTリーグ 2026-2027 season, トップおとめピンポンズ名古屋 defeated 九州カリーナ 3-1. ノジマTリーグ 2026-2027シーズン 公式戦 10月17日開催 木下アビエル神奈川 vs 京都カグヤライズ 試合結果https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422924https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422924Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:42:23 +0900JapanPR TIMESIn a ノジマTリーグ 2026-2027 season official match held on Oct. 17, 木下アビエル神奈川 defeated 京都カグヤライズ 3-1. Film “We Are Aliens” wins Best Animated Feature Film at the 59th Sitges-Catalonia International Film Festival!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422767https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422767Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:14:22 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe film “We Are Aliens” won Best Animated Feature Film at the 59th Sitges-Catalonia International Film Festival, making director Kohei Kadowaki the youngest winner in the award’s history. “Hatena Exhibition,” which drew approximately 16万人 in Tokyo, to open in Nagoya for the first time! Opens Oct. 30 at Fushimi Daiichi Building!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422768https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422768Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:10:57 +0900JapanPR TIMESENTAKU produce will hold the experiential exhibition “Hatena Exhibition,” which drew approximately 16万人 in Tokyo, for the first time in Nagoya at Fushimi Daiichi Building from Oct. 30, 2026, to Jan. 24, 2027. [Soka City only] November limited-time campaign | Refresh your rug for winter! Collection of old carpets, electric carpets and kotatsu blankets | Junk removal by まるっと本舗https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422769https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422769Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESまるっと本舗, a junk removal service operated by SYSTR株式会社, is running a campaign in Soka City only during November 2026 to collect carpets, electric carpets, kotatsu blankets and other items in bulk, offering a discount of up to 1,000 yen when customers use a flat-rate package. Bringing chefs’ skills into everyday delivery. 味わう launches cloud kitchen operations using “Rokushoku”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422770https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422770Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:08:45 +0900JapanPR TIMES味わう株式会社は、調理の記録・分析・再現技術「録食」を活用したクラウドキッチンによるデリバリー向け飲食ブランド展開を開始する。第一弾として2026年10月17日より「LUCY's by 京橋キッチン」がロケットナウで販売され、今後は出前館やUber Eatsを通じた出店と新ブランド追加を予定している。 [Gunma Crane Thunders: Game result] Oct. 17 (Sat) vs. アルバルク東京 | りそなグループ B.LEAGUE 2026-27 B.LEAGUE PREMIER league gamehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422771https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422771Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:04:09 +0900JapanPR TIMESGunma Crane Thunders faced アルバルク東京 in the りそなグループ B.LEAGUE 2026-27 PREMIER, conceding 100 points while recording just 12 assists in a 1-on-1 matchup. Head coach and player Takuto Nakamura identified the second-half offensive slowdown and defensive errors as issues, and said the team would make adjustments and prepare for its game against Utsunomiya after 1 day off. “Arrange meeting participants and screens however you like.” NAZOL launches “MTG Sticky Notes,” enabling web meetings on a boardhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422773https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422773Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESNazol株式会社 has added “MTG Sticky Notes,” a new feature that enables web meetings on a board, to its thought-organization platform NAZOL. Participants can be positioned as sticky notes, and shared screens can be viewed side by side. The feature is available on the Free and Business plans. Premium denim for adults, made possible by the craftsmanship of the Bingo and Bitchu regions. New women’s styles from JAPAN DENIM 2026 AUTUMN WINTERhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422772https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422772Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アクセ’s denim project JAPAN DENIM has released 6 new styles (7 items) for the 2026 AUTUMN WINTER season. The collection includes collaborative products with designer brands PHOTOCOPIEU and YANUK. The inconvenient truth revealed by “hacking” AI: 9割 of the 3,899 companies listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange never appear in “recommendations” from Gemini, Claude or ChatGPThttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422762https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422762Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:50:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA study by COOD株式場 found that more than 9割 of the 3,899 companies listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange were not recommended in non-branded searches on ChatGPT, Gemini or Claude. The findings showed that the volume of news coverage is important for AI awareness. [TAC Public Service Exam Prep] Streaming from TAC Fukuoka School on Oct. 24 (Sat)! “Pass Next Year! Rechallenge Seminar”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422637https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422637Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTAC株式会社 will stream “Pass Next Year! Rechallenge Seminar” online from its Fukuoka school on Oct. 24, 2026. AI video production platform AZ8 to exhibit at “ad:tech tokyo 2026”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422638https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422638Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:39:31 +0900JapanPR TIMESEVERFIR PTE. LTD. (Hong Kong company Everfir Limited), developer of the AI video production platform AZ8, will exhibit at “ad:tech tokyo 2026,” taking place on Oct. 22 and 23, 2026, and showcase a workflow for producing advertising videos through collaboration between people and AI. ORICO announces AAA lithium rechargeable batteries with stable 1.5V output and direct Type-C charging — high 500mWh capacity, approximately 1500 reuses, PSE certification and a 4-in-1 cable for cost savings and sustainabilityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422639https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422639Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:35:15 +0900JapanPR TIMESORICO has announced AAA lithium rechargeable batteries featuring stable 1.5V output and direct Type-C charging. Their high 500mWh capacity allows them to be recharged approximately 1500 times. Amazon is currently holding its fall mega sale. Goalball competition opens at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games: Powered by support from local fans, both the women’s and men’s teams win their opening matches by mercy rule! Women defeat Thailand, men defeat Qatarhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422633https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422633Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:20:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn Oct. 17, 2026, the first day of goalball preliminaries at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games in Toyohashi, Aichi Prefecture, Japan’s women’s team won 10-0 over Thailand by mercy rule, while the men’s team defeated Qatar 12-2, giving both teams wins in their opening matches. Toshima City Mejiro Garden: Autumn Garden Light-Up “TERASU2026”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422621https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422621Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“TERASU2026,” a special nighttime light-up event themed around autumn leaves, will be held at Toshima City Mejiro Garden from Nov. 21 to Dec. 6, 2026. Admission is ¥500 for adults and ¥300 for elementary school students. Additional programs include musical performances, yoga and coffee events. 歯周病の保険請求は2020年度に1,108万件減ったが、翌年度には前の水準を超えた。虫歯が戻ったのは2023年度。札幌の歯科医院ユアーズデンタルクリニック院長・湯口晃弘が、10年分の件数を分析。https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422622https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422622Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:09:27 +0900JapanPR TIMES医療法人令徳会運営のユアーズデンタルクリニックが厚生労働省NDBオープンデータを分析した結果、2020年度の歯周病レセプト件数は1,108万件減少したが、翌2021年度には2019年度水準を超え、2023年度も増加傾向にあることが示された。 Free tool “Recruit IQ” launched to score recruitment activities out of 100 across 6 perspectives and 45 itemshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422623https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422623Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:07:37 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社リレイティブ launched “Recruit IQ,” a free web tool that scores companies’ recruitment activities across 6 perspectives and 45 items, on Oct. 1, 2026. Why grid-scale batteries can be both “electricity consumers” and “power generation facilities”: Webinar to unpack the two-tier transmission charge structurehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422628https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422628Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESジャパンブランディング株式会社, Japan’s exclusive distributor for GUS Technology batteries, will host an online webinar in early November 2026 explaining the complex transmission charge structure for grid-scale batteries. TOM WOOD releases limited-edition “Dan Pendant.” All 4 colors, including “Tiger Eye,” available exclusively at Parigot worldwide, go on pre-sale at the Okayama store on Oct. 31 (Sat)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422627https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422627Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSelect shop “PARIGOT,” operated by 株式会社アクセ, will release a limited-edition new model, “Dan Pendant,” from Norwegian jewelry brand “TOM WOOD.” It will go on pre-sale at the Okayama store on Oct. 31, 2026, and be available at all stores and online from Nov. 6. FRUITS ZIPPER to release new song “じょい！×３”; free fan-club invitation live at Tokyo Garden Theater to celebrate the release, with the song performed for the first time!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422626https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422626Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESIdol group FRUITS ZIPPER will release its new song “じょい！×３” digitally on Nov. 8, 2026, and hold a free fan-club-only invitation live that same day. “Shurijo Restoration 2026 Edition” uniforms and Kariyushi wear Shurijo model now on sale!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422625https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422625Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES琉球ゴールデンキングスは、首里城復興支援の一環として、「首里城復興2026 Edition」ユニフォームと「かりゆしウェア首里城モデル」を公式オンラインショップおよびアリーナショップで販売する。 新人薬師の少女が、上級ポージョンを大量生産！？ GCノベルズ新作『裏方聖女は逃げ出した！ １ ～カフェハウスを経営したいのでチート薬師になってお金を稼ぎます～』11月30日発売！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422624https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422624Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESマイクロマガジン社は、GCノベルズレーベルより柚屋志宇著・フルーツパンチイラストの『裏方聖女は逃げ出した！』第1巻を2026年11月30日に発売する。 2 days left: Amazon’s “Prime Appreciation Festival” is underway! 6 AGM smartwatch and tablet products at special priceshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422619https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422619Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:56:58 +0900JapanPR TIMESAGM Mobile is selling 3 smartwatch products and 3 tablet models, for a total of 6 products, at special limited-time prices during the "Prime Appreciation Festival" currently underway on Amazon.co.jp. The sale ends on October 19, 2026. Seiichi Sakakibara of 令和の虎 takes over as one-day manager at Kitashinchi's "awabar Osaka"! Impromptu social media consulting and a guerrilla seminar, with PC in hand, by a company president with more than 500,000 total social media followers draws a huge response 【Event Report】https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422620https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422620Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:56:17 +0900JapanPR TIMESSeiichi Sakakibara, representative director of 株式会社EMOLVA, served as one-day manager at the standing bar "awabar Osaka" in Kitashinchi, Osaka, and held an impromptu seminar and consulting session on social media marketing. Weather outlook for the coming week / Typhoon Champi could make landfall in Taiwan! These 2 days will bring the worst impacts, with temperatures plunging and heavy rain; latest track revealedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422987https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422987Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:53:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒中央氣象署 said this year’s No. 29 typhoon, Champi, continues to rapidly intensify and could become a severe typhoon as early as the evening of the 17th. It is expected to approach waters off eastern Taiwan next Thursday. Friday and Saturday next week are expected to bring the most severe impacts, and a westward shift in its track could mean a landfall. No need to add olive oil or ice cubes when cooking rice in a rice cooker! Insiders say adding these 2 items guarantees fragrant, plump rice, with distinct grains that aren’t dry or hardhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422988https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422988Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:30:05 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Japan’s 虎牌 says the standard mode on modern rice cookers does not require soaking; only the quick-cook mode requires soaking for 15-30 minutes. It recommends gently washing the rice in cold water and shares tips for cooking rice with sparkling water or mayonnaise to improve its texture. 下班國際線》輝達砸千億押聯發科、Amazon入股金像電！林宏文揭AI巨頭搶台灣供應鏈盤算https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422989https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422989Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒輝達認購聯發科35億美元債券，Amazon入股金像電，顯示AI巨頭透過股權投資搶佔台灣供應鏈產能與技術主導權。 Never just rinse your thermos with water! A doctor explains how to clean it properly; failing to wash it thoroughly means swallowing bacteria and toxinshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422702https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422702Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:02:21 +0900Taiwan風傳媒U.S. doctor Jason Singh warned that reusable water bottles can harbor 40,000 times as much bacteria as a toilet because inadequate cleaning allows biofilms to form. Experts recommend scrubbing them daily with hot water, dish soap and a bottle brush, then letting them air-dry; soaking faucet outlets in hot water also helps kill germs. Guarding the gateway to the Red Sea! Houthis launch lightning offensive; loss of this city could trigger an even greater crisishttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422703https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422703Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:55:22 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Yemen’s Houthi rebels reignited fighting in October 2026, quickly surrounding the strategic city of Taiz and taking control of the gateway to the Red Sea. They also launched airstrikes on Saudi facilities to pressure the country to withdraw its forces, triggering a severe humanitarian crisis in the area. 好市多會員沒用過就虧大了！內行曝「10大免費隱藏服務」，省錢有感年費立刻回本https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422704https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422704Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:48:12 +0900Taiwan風傳媒台灣好市多’s offer of a free beanie for signing up for automatic membership-fee payments sparked controversy, while 10 little-known free services were also revealed. Where to watch the Taiwan Series? A guide to the Dragons-Elephants schedule / 沈春華 confirms husband 胡鎮康 fell ill half a year ago / Champi could strengthen into a severe typhoon tonight | Oct. 17 evening newshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422705https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422705Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:38:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The 2026 Chinese Professional Baseball League Taiwan Series opens at Taipei Dome on October 17, with 味全龍 facing 中信兄弟. The entire series will be played at the dome. Veteran anchor 沈春華 also publicly revealed that her husband 胡鎮康 had fallen ill, while 氣象署 forecast that Typhoon Champi would strengthen and affect Taiwan’s weather. Starlink enters the Indian market! Local telecom giant braces for a head-on challenge: Competition is welcome, but follow the ruleshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422706https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422706Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:20:59 +0900Taiwan風傳媒India telecom giant Reliance Industries welcomes Starlink and other companies entering the satellite communications market, provided they comply with local regulations. SpaceX says it has received approval and is ready, as both sides actively vie for market share. Regulators, however, warn that a license is not final authorization to operate. Do you need to change your motorcycle’s oil after riding 1000 kilometers? Experts reveal the “best time for an oil change”—you’ll know at a glance, save money and ride longerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422559https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422559Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:58:11 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan motorcycle makers 光陽、三陽 and 山葉 dispel oil-change myths, recommending that riders adjust oil-change intervals based on the manufacturer’s manual, engine type and riding conditions. They also warn against using cheap, poor-quality oil to protect the engine. Lai Ching-te says waiving health insurance premiums for seniors is “settled”! Cho Jung-tai had just called it unconstitutional, leaving Huang Kuo-chang stunned: “What’s going on?”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422560https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422560Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:55:24 +0900Taiwan風傳媒A People’s Party proposal to make health insurance free for seniors passed its third reading on the 16th, prompting Premier Cho Jung-tai to criticize it as unconstitutional and warn of budgetary trade-offs. People’s Party Chairman Huang Kuo-chang, meanwhile, released a video showing Lai Ching-te had previously supported the policy, questioning what he called the DPP’s contradictory stance. Check your bankbook! Labor Insurance Bureau’s October payment calendar: subsidies of more than 100,000 in a single payment, with 6 major benefits deposited on “this day”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422561https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422561Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:46:37 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Ministry of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Insurance has released its October benefit payment calendar, covering labor insurance pensions, national pension benefits and more. Labor insurance pensions could rise by 5.52% to 5.99% in 2027, with October 29 a key payment date. People can check their individual information. iPhone Duo sells out instantly at launch! Orders backed up through 2027, analysts see sales topping 25 million unitshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422562https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422562Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:35:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒蘋果首款摺疊手機iPhone Duo預購開賣秒殺，訂單排至2027年。分析師看好銷量強勁，預估首季百萬台、2027年達2500萬台。 Saved 10 million for retirement! Family of 75-year-old with dementia can’t access life-saving funds as account is frozen; bank reveals the harsh reasonhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422563https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422563Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:10:15 +0900Taiwan風傳媒In Japan, a 75-year-old man with dementia, Mr. Susumu, was unable to confirm his wishes in person at a bank counter, so the bank froze his account in accordance with the law. His family was consequently unable to use the 50 million yen he had painstakingly saved for retirement to pay for care. The case highlights the difficulties of managing financial assets in an aging society. Experts recommend arranging an authorized representative or setting up a family trust while still healthy, in case it is needed later. A shocking burger joint opening! 《YOU MEAT》makes its global debut in Taiwanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3423000https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3423000Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:56:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒日本ANYWHERE PANIC團隊推出沉浸式體驗《YOU MEAT》，11月15日於台北華山文創園區全球首演，結合科技與互動劇情。 AI caught in a “fatigue trade”! Investors tire of repeated debates over tech promises; analyst says the market needs revenue proofhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422927https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422927Sat, 17 Oct 2026 20:00:05 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網The Philadelphia Semiconductor Index posted its longest losing streak in 18 years. Analysts say investors are growing fatigued by uncertainty over AI returns, and the market is shifting toward demanding evidence of revenue growth rather than simply chasing hype. 〈友達運動會〉Paul Peng: Group shifts toward a “quasi-holding” structure, grooming little tigers to become big tigershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422928https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422928Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:49:40 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網友達 has announced a shift to a quasi-holding structure, strengthening corporate management and developing independently operated subsidiaries. The move will advance three major business pillars and new technologies while improving transparency around revenue and profits. AI trade unwinding deals heavy blow to global hedge funds; Asia-focused funds hit firsthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422642https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422642Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:00:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Amid U.S. inflation data coming in higher than expected, global hedge funds suffered heavy losses, while funds focused on Asian markets plunged 2.6% in a single day. AI trades were massively unwound, CoreWeave bond yields climbed above 15%, and South Korea's KOSPI index plunged 8%, reflecting concerns about returns on AI investments and a reduction in risk exposure. Foreign holdings of U.S. Treasuries rebounded in August; Canada and Belgium posted the biggest increases, while China's holdings fell to an 18-year lowhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422499https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261017-18/index-en.html#n3422499Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Data released by the U.S. Treasury showed that foreign holdings of U.S. Treasuries rebounded to $9.33 trillion in August, up more than $83 billion from July. Canada, Belgium and the U.K. increased their holdings, with the U.K.'s holdings topping $1 trillion for the first time; Japan reduced its holdings to raise funds for foreign exchange intervention, while China's holdings fell to an 18-year low.