# AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-17 21:00–24:00 JST

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 74 items from 5 sources; Japan, 8 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Are foreign investors still bearish？Taiwan stocks plunge more than 2,200 points for the week；analyst identifies 2 major market focuses：a bottom must be reached before consolidation can end

- Published: 2026-10-17T23:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173336
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4365012-en.html
- anchor: #n3425886
- Companies mentioned: 聯準會、NVIDIA、Amazon、Meta

Analyst Li Yongnian said foreign investors remain bearish on Taiwan stocks, though their short-selling pressure has eased，and the widening US-Taiwan interest-rate gap has prompted signs of capital outflows。Technically, the weekly chart plunged，and bulls need to reclaim 49,272 points within 3 weeks to end the consolidation。The market is watching the situation in the Middle East and US AI earnings。

Facts:
- Taiwan stocks plunged 1,655.96 points on the 15th，closing at 46,969.87 points，with trading value reaching NT$1.31977 trillion。
- Recently, foreign investors have not only sold stocks but also shown signs of capital outflows，mainly because continued US rate hikes and Taiwan's decision not to follow have widened the interest-rate gap。
- The weekly index fell 2,202 points，and bulls need to push it back above 49,272 points within 3 weeks to end the consolidation。
- 美股四大指數開低走高顯示市場對高通膨數據承受度提高，且預期11月聯準會停開利率決策會議。
- US AI-related stocks such as NVIDIA、Amazon and Meta are set to report earnings；if they cannot cover their expenses, they may issue corporate bonds，creating a crowding-out effect on funding。

## Local governments also praise subsidies for older adults’ health insurance！Wang Wanyu slams the blue、green and white camps：they are scrambling to hand out election gifts，but who will pay the bill？

- Published: 2026-10-17T22:30:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173381
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4365013-en.html
- anchor: #n3425887

Taiwan People's Party Chair Wang Wanyu criticized the Legislative Yuan for passing a bill on central government subsidies for older adults’ health insurance，accusing the blue、green and white parties of competing to make campaign promises without planning funding sources，leaving the central government with nearly NT$40 billion in additional annual costs。She also questioned whether the measure overlooks other social welfare needs such as childcare and housing。

Facts:
- The Legislative Yuan passed amendments to the Senior Citizens Welfare Act in its third reading on the 16th，stipulating that the central government will subsidize health insurance premiums for people aged 65 and older who meet income requirements。
- Taiwan People's Party Chair Wang Wanyu posted on the 17th to criticize the amendments，questioning their funding source and intergenerational fairness。
- Wang Wanyu said the amendments would add nearly NT$40 billion in annual government spending。
- New Taipei、Taoyuan and other KMT-governed counties and cities，as well as DPP Chiayi County Magistrate Weng Chang-liang and the Tainan City Government，welcomed the central government taking over the subsidies。
- Tainan mayoral candidates Chen Ting-fei and Hsieh Lung-chieh called for removing the income threshold so all older adults could pay no health insurance premiums。

## Taiwan index futures plunge more than 1,000 points overnight！Expert reveals the key to “buying on dips”：never go all in at once

- Published: 2026-10-17T22:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173299
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364949-en.html
- anchor: #n3425756
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、聯電、智邦

台積電 delivered strong results at its earnings conference and raised its revenue outlook，but Taiwan index futures plunged more than 1,000 points overnight under pressure from US stocks。Investment expert Wang Chung-lin urged investors looking to buy on dips to enter in stages rather than go all in at once，and warned of a chain reaction of selling in actively managed ETFs triggered by foreign investor redemptions。

Facts:
- 台積電 held its earnings conference on Thursday（15），forecasting that fourth-quarter revenue could rise more than 15% quarter over quarter and raising its forecast for this year's US-dollar revenue growth to 44% year over year。
- Influenced by US stock market performance，Taiwan index futures fell 1,144 points，or 2.42%，to close at 46,140 points。
- Investment expert Wang Chung-lin advised investors facing a sharp one-day market drop to buy on dips “a little at a time”，and cautioned against investing all their funds at once。
- 外資近期不只在次級市場賣出主動型ETF，更直接向投信進行「初級市場申購贖回」，迫使經理人賣出聯電、智邦等持股湊現金。
- Market-cap-weighted and passive ETFs such as 0050 are more resilient to declines because of their high holdings in 台積電。

## 10/17 International Evening Briefing｜Trump exempts Russian energy from tariffs；says China's nuclear arsenal will catch up with the US in 5 years；Caixin reports Huang Qifan was taken away

- Published: 2026-10-17T22:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173380
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364948-en.html
- anchor: #n3425755
- Companies mentioned: 風傳媒、彭博、德國之聲、Newsmax、斯德哥爾摩國際和平研究所、路透、沐曦集成電路、摩爾線程、長鑫存儲、宇樹科技、財新網、渝富、平安、復旦大學、《商報》、《科隆城市報》、大眾、路透社、澳洲羅伊國際政策研究院

Trump exempted Russian energy from tariffs to stabilize domestic oil prices，and predicted that China's nuclear arsenal would match the US arsenal in 五 years。In China，former Chongqing Mayor Huang Qifan was reportedly taken away for investigation over alleged corruption；the STAR Market index plunged，while a surge in exports sparked trade concerns in Europe and the US。

Facts:
- Trump signs executive order exempting Russian energy from sanctions and tariffs under the Graham Act
- Trump expects China's nuclear arsenal to catch up with the US in 5 years
- Former Chongqing Mayor Huang Qifan taken away for investigation over suspected serious violations of discipline and law
- China's STAR 50 Index has plunged nearly 40% in total in the second half of this year

## Can an ETF with an annualized distribution yield above 20% really earn you 20%？Analyst debunks stock market beginners’ misconception：high distributions do not mean high returns

- Published: 2026-10-17T21:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173326
- anchor: #n3425757

An analyst debunked stock market beginners’ misconception that an ETF with an annualized distribution yield above 20% guarantees a 20% return，stressing that high distributions do not mean high returns。

## Senior welfare law amendment means “young people pay for health insurance”？Ko Wen-je accuses Lai government of cognitive warfare：social welfare policies should be consistent

- Published: 2026-10-17T21:20:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173347
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364951-en.html
- anchor: #n3425758

The Taiwan People's Party caucus pushed for amendments to the Senior Citizens Welfare Act，which the Legislative Yuan passed to provide full subsidies for health insurance premiums for people aged 65 and older who meet the income threshold。Ko Wen-je criticized the government for misleading people by saying young people would pay for it，stressing that the costs should come from the government budget to maintain fiscal discipline。

Facts:
- The Legislative Yuan passed the amendment at a plenary session on the 16th，with 60 votes in favor and 39 against。
- Ko Wen-je criticized the Lai government for framing the waiver of health insurance premiums for older adults as making young people pay，calling it cognitive warfare。
- Ko Wen-je stressed that the corresponding funding should come from the national government's social welfare budget。
- Ko Wen-je opposes distributing 10,000 and 20,000 in cash to everyone。

## Could he appear onstage with Chiang Wan-an？Ko Wen-je quotes the “Diamond Sutra” to say Taipei's mayoral race has too much packaging：what candidates do matters more than what they say

- Published: 2026-10-17T21:01:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173342
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364952-en.html
- anchor: #n3425759

On the 17th，Ko Wen-je responded to a question about appearing onstage with Chiang Wan-an，saying he is rarely in Taipei and quoting the “Diamond Sutra” to criticize the excessive packaging in the election。He stressed that voters should focus on candidates’ actual deeds，suggesting they examine concrete achievements by Shen Po-yang，including at the Kuma Academy，to make voting decisions rationally。

Facts:
- Ko Wen-je responded on the 17th to questions about whether he would appear onstage with Chiang Wan-an。
- Ko Wen-je said he is hardly ever in Taipei City these days。
- Ko Wen-je quoted a passage from the “Diamond Sutra” as a metaphor for the Taipei mayoral race，saying there is too much packaging in this election。
- Ko Wen-je said DPP Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Po-yang has served in the Legislative Yuan for 2 years。
- Ko Wen-je called for the public disclosure of the Kuma Academy's annual revenue and the number of militia members it has trained，among other performance figures。

## 2026 TAKAO Fengchao rocks Weiwuying！Kang Yu-cheng wears Paiwan attire：pledges council's strongest support for Indigenous people

- Published: 2026-10-17T20:56:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173372
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364788-en.html
- anchor: #n3425292

Kaohsiung's annual Indigenous cultural celebration, “2026 TAKAO Fengchao,” opened at Weiwuying Metropolitan Park，with attendance reaching a record high。Kaohsiung City Council Speaker Kang Yu-cheng attended and pledged the council's support for Indigenous rights；the event showcased cultural diversity through a market，performances and concerts。

Facts:
- The 2026 TAKAO Indigenous Joint Harvest Festival opened at Weiwuying Metropolitan Park，with attendance reaching a record high。
- The event brought together 7 Indigenous groups and 60 Indigenous organizations for performances，and featured more than 200 stalls at a market showcasing Indigenous products。
- Kaohsiung City Council Speaker Kang Yu-cheng attended the opening ceremony wearing traditional Paiwan clothing，pledging that the city council would continue to be the strongest supporter of Indigenous people。
- Kaohsiung's Indigenous population has topped 42,000，and the city is home to the largest number of Indigenous peoples in Taiwan，with 17 groups。
- Kang Yu-cheng thanked Indigenous city councilors for securing a nutrition program that provides Indigenous schoolchildren in rural areas with 2 additional bottles of milk each week。

## Leave your weariness to the mountain winds！At the “2026 Pingtung Wind Festival,” lie on the grass at a school without walls and listen to songs that carry across mountains and sea

- Published: 2026-10-17T20:54:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173370
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364791-en.html
- anchor: #n3425293

The 2026 Pingtung Wind Festival will be held from October 23 to 25 at the Mudan Visitor Center。With the theme “Excuse me, I'm off to let loose,” it will combine concerts，a market and tribal experiences to create an open-air school for unwinding。

Facts:
- The 2026 Pingtung Wind Festival will take place from October 23 to 25。
- The event will be held at the Mudan Visitor Center。
- The Big Wind Festival concert will feature 26 performing groups。
- The Wind Festival general store market will bring together 35 local specialty brands。
- The Let-Loose Supply Action coffee truck will give away 100 free cups of coffee each day，while supplies last。
- Shuttle service for visitors from outside the area will operate from 13:00 to 21:00。

## Taiwan index futures plunge 1144 points overnight！Ruan Mu-hua reveals surge in CDS premiums for AI leasing sector and “三 major mismatches”

- Published: 2026-10-17T20:54:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173311
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364792-en.html
- anchor: #n3425294
- Companies mentioned: 摩根大通、微軟、Google、CoreWeave、輝達

Ruan Mu-hua analyzed the plunge in Taiwan index futures overnight and the US stock market correction，pointing to soaring CDS spreads and 三 major mismatch risks facing AI computing-power rental companies such as CoreWeave，and expressing concern that credit pressures could spread。

Facts:
- Taiwan index futures fell 1144 points in overnight trading from the evening of the 16th to the early hours of the 17th，closing at 46140 points。
- On Friday，the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index fell 3.83% and the Nasdaq Composite fell 2.14%。
- Ed Yardeni lowered his S&P 500 target for the end of 2026 from 8400 points to 7900 points。
- CoreWeave's 5-year CDS spread rose from 368 basis points on October 6 to 1088 basis points on October 15。
- Ruan Mu-hua pointed out that the computing-power leasing industry faces 3 types of mismatch risks: contract term, cost and customer concentration.

## He often does the masonry and carpentry work at home himself! Taoyuan skills competition results announced; Su Chun-bin: Even AI cannot replace the skills of master craftsmen

- Published: 2026-10-17T20:39:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173369
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364793-en.html
- anchor: #n3425295

Taoyuan Deputy Mayor Su Chun-bin attended a skills promotion event on the 17th, emphasizing that master-level craftsmanship is irreplaceable in the AI era. The competition covered 6 major categories, with 48 contestants vying for awards. A total of 18 trophies were ultimately presented to honor top craftspeople, with the aim of promoting the transmission and exchange of skills.

Facts:
- Taoyuan Deputy Mayor Su Chun-bin attended the 115年度 Taoyuan Skills Transmission and Achievement Promotion and Master Craftsperson Recognition Event.
- The skills competition covered 6 major categories: masonry, welding, painting, nail art, floral design and visual arts.
- In 115年度, 48 contestants registered to compete in 6 categories.
- Following reviews and practical assessments, the top 3 in each category were selected, and 18 trophies were presented.
- Su Chun-bin emphasized that craftspeople must hone their skills through repeated practice and refinement to reach master-level standards.
- The event has been held since 108年, with the Taoyuan Labor Affairs Bureau outlining the details.

## Kaohsiung startups vie for corporate procurement opportunities! Youth Bureau joins hands with Le Phare to connect 8 teams and expand markets; Lin Kai-hsuan: An accelerator for industry connections

- Published: 2026-10-17T20:32:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173368
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364794-en.html
- anchor: #n3425296
- Companies mentioned: 高雄市政府青年局、Le Phare共享空間、好關係事務所、海岳意象工作室、敲敲癒心房、植接嚴選、微倫米、餐桌製造、Tinker、微波造浪

The 高雄市政府青年局 and Le Phare共享空間 jointly held an event at Qiaotou Sugar Factory, bringing together 8 startup teams to showcase wellness, sustainable food and design services to businesses. The initiative aims to help startups enter corporate procurement chains and lower barriers to business collaboration through an integrated platform.

Facts:
- This year, the 高雄市政府青年局 launched the “Youth-Friendly Startup Spaces Promotion Plan” for the first time, drawing on private-sector co-working spaces to support young startup teams.
- The event was held at the Future Paradise Hall at Qiaotou Sugar Factory, bringing together 8 startup teams to showcase innovative services.
- Youth Bureau Director Lin Kai-hsuan said the bureau has partnered with 5 private co-working spaces in its first initiative this year to establish a startup support system.
- Le Phare共享空間 General Manager Cheng Li-chung said that a single point of contact lowers the cost for businesses of communicating across teams.
- The event featured reusable display stands to demonstrate low-carbon exhibition applications, incorporating environmental sustainability into display design.
- Participating teams included wellness-focused groups such as 好關係事務所, 海岳意象工作室 and 敲敲癒心房.
- Teams in the sustainable food sector included 植接嚴選, 微倫米 and 餐桌製造.

## After Hours International》Can AI stocks still be chased? Lin Hung-wen reveals the valuation formula behind 台積電 at NT$3,000; why cooling leader 奇鋐 dares not take all its orders

- Published: 2026-10-17T20:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173266
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364795-en.html
- anchor: #n3425297
- Companies mentioned: 輝達、Google、Amazon、風傳媒、奇鋐、台積電

Veteran technology journalist Lin Hung-wen analyzed the state of the AI industry on 《下班國際線》, discussing the potential valuation of 台積電 and 奇鋐’s cautious order-taking strategy. He stressed that investors should pay attention to the realization of profits and capacity risks.

Facts:
- Lin Hung-wen said that if 台積電 reaches EPS of NT$150 in 2027 and a price-to-earnings ratio of 20 times, its share price could be calculated at NT$3,000.
- 奇鋐 currently faces strong demand for orders, but the company has chosen to take only about 六成 of them.
- Some research reports have raised their estimates for 台積電’s 2027 EPS from NT$130 to NT$140 and NT$150.
- Lin Hung-wen believes the AI industry has entered a more intense second phase of competition.
- 奇鋐 already has a sizable production footprint in Vietnam.

## 1 in every 5 child accidents happens at home! Kaohsiung Social Affairs Bureau and Jing Chuan Foundation uncover home safety risks

- Published: 2026-10-17T20:14:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173367
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364796-en.html
- anchor: #n3425298
- Companies mentioned: 靖娟兒童安全文教基金會、高雄市政府社會局、高雄市政府衛生局、高雄市政府消防局、台橡股份有限公司

The 高雄市政府社會局 and Jing Chuan Child Safety Foundation held a child safety awareness event on the 17th, providing education in response to the high rate of accidents at home. Through scenario simulations and escape exercises, the event promoted the “五心口訣” to raise safety awareness among parents and children.

Facts:
- News reports on child accident injuries over the past 2 years show that, on average, 1 in every 5 child accidents occurs at home.
- World Health Organization data indicate that about 三分之一 of injury incidents worldwide occur inside homes.
- 高雄市政府社會局副局長葉玉如與靖娟兒童安全文教基金會副執行長彭詠晴宣導居家安全「五心口訣」。
- 台橡股份有限公司 supported this child safety awareness event.
- The “115年 Kaohsiung Child Safety Awareness Event” was held on the 17th at the Children's Welfare Service Center.

## Doing good also takes management skills! Three NTU College of Management programs celebrate together for the first time, calling on all sectors to support construction of the Third Building and shape the future

- Published: 2026-10-17T19:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173353
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364797-en.html
- anchor: #n3425300
- Companies mentioned: 臺大管理學院、女性齡活共創共善協會、好事公益協會、看見・齊柏林基金會、莊福文化教育基金會、台灣盲人重建院

臺大管理學院 held a joint anniversary celebration for EMBA, GMBA and EiMBA on Oct. 17, showcasing the achievements of its management education and calling for support for construction of the Third Building to realize its vision of being top in Asia and world-class.

Facts:
- 臺大管理學院 marked the 三十th anniversary of EMBA, the 二十th anniversary of GMBA and the 十th anniversary of EiMBA on Oct. 17, with the 3 programs holding a joint celebration for the first time.
- Dean Chen Chia-lin invited alumni, businesses and people from all sectors of society to support construction of the Third Building and work together toward being “top in Asia and world-class.”
- The social impact exhibition brought together 五 alumni charitable organizations, showcasing another kind of impact through management.
- The inaugural corporate expo brought together 45 companies and organizations as exhibitors.
- An EiMBA student team ranked third in the entrepreneurship category for the Far East region in the 2025 Eduniversal rankings.
- The Third Building is planned to have large collaborative learning spaces on floors 三 through 六, connecting students in the various programs with regular undergraduates.
- The anniversary celebration will be held on Oct. 17 and 18 at Building 1 of the College of Management. Admission is free.

## Friends of Young Entrepreneurs Support Association established; Chang Chia-chun unveils 六 major youth policies and pledges an additional NT$100 million annually

- Published: 2026-10-17T19:43:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173366
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364798-en.html
- anchor: #n3425301
- Companies mentioned: 青商總會、桃花源餐飲、台北內湖科技園區發展協會

Yunlin County Magistrate candidate Chang Chia-chun established the Friends of Young Entrepreneurs Support Association and proposed 六 action policies for youth development, pledging an additional NT$100 million in funding each year to promote youth employment, entrepreneurship and participation in county affairs.

Facts:
- Yunlin County Magistrate candidate Chang Chia-chun established the Friends of Young Entrepreneurs Support Association on the 17th.
- 張嘉郡提出「平步青雲・青年發展六大行動」政策。
- Chang Chia-chun pledged to add NT$100 million to the youth budget each year.
- The budget for the youth entrepreneurship support program will be raised to more than 兩倍 its previous level.
- The plan aims to provide guidance to 30 to 50 youth-led brands each year.
- Lai Wei-ting, a director of 青商總會, will serve as chair of the Friends of Young Entrepreneurs Support Association.
- The sixth policy supports emerging performances such as music, street dance and skateboarding.

## Can changing his name from “Chang Wei-chun” to “Chang Chun” turn the page? Three major social media platforms dig up old court records ordering rehabilitation training

- Published: 2026-10-17T19:42:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173365
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364799-en.html
- anchor: #n3425302

As Hualien County Magistrate candidate Chang Chun established his campaign headquarters, social media users unearthed his past involvement in violence and subsequent rehabilitation training, sparking a new controversy in the election campaign.

Facts:
- Chang Chun established his campaign headquarters on the 17th and announced his bid for Hualien County magistrate.
- Chang Chun was formerly known as Chang Wei-chun and was involved in an assault after taking offense at someone looking at him.
- Chang Chun was once reported as a “serious hooligan” and a court ordered him to undergo rehabilitation training.
- A breaking news post appeared on PTT’s Gossiping board, citing historical newspaper reports from 民國95年 and court ruling documents.
- The Facebook page “鎖綠鴉” posted that Chang Chun should explain his past judicial record to voters.

## “拾月山海” market opens at Hsinchu’s Beida Park! 32 local vendors and sustainable DIY activities offer food, fun and more

- Published: 2026-10-17T19:39:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173364
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364790-en.html
- anchor: #n3425303
- Companies mentioned: 勞動部勞動力發展署桃竹苗分署、社團法人苗栗縣視覺障礙福利協進會

The 勞動部勞動力發展署桃竹苗分署 held the “拾月山海” market at Hsinchu’s Beida Park on the 17th, bringing together 32 local vendors and sustainable DIY activities. The event supports the Multiple Employment Promotion Program and the Employment Empowerment Program, fostering local revitalization.

Facts:
- The 勞動部勞動力發展署桃竹苗分署 held the “拾月山海・多元永續生活節” at Beida Park in Hsinchu City on the 17th.
- The market featured 32 specialty vendors from the Taoyuan-Hsinchu-Miaoli region.
- The event featured 6 sustainable DIY workshops covering marine waste recycling, bamboo weaving, persimmon dyeing, plant printing, natural mosquito repellent and Hakka red tortoise cakes.
- The “心視界樂團” of the 社團法人苗栗縣視覺障礙福利協進會 performed as the opening act at the market.
- The Ministry of Labor continues to assist private organizations in using local resources to develop diverse services and distinctive industries through the “Multiple Employment Promotion Program” and the “Employment Empowerment Program.”

## Wu Hsiu-hua releases campaign theme MV 《秀台東》, singing of her love for Taitung through local music

- Published: 2026-10-17T19:36:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173363
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364789-en.html
- anchor: #n3425304

The campaign headquarters of Taitung County Magistrate candidate Wu Hsiu-hua released her campaign theme MV 《秀台東》 on the 17th, combining local music with highlights from her public service career to deepen residents’ identification with Taitung culture and emotional connection to the region.

Facts:
- Wu Xiuhua, a candidate for Taitung County magistrate, launched her campaign theme music video, “Show Taitung,” on the 17th.
- The music video “Show Taitung” documents Wu Xiuhua’s visits to Taitung’s 16 townships and cities and her interactions with local residents.
- The central theme of the lyrics to “Show Taitung” is: “Step by step, we enter your everyday life and mine; listening to every voice and supporting every dream.”
- Wu Xiuhua believes that stories belonging to Taitung should be sung in Taitung’s own voice.
- Wu Xiuhua said that the most precious thing she has gained in public service is the bonds she has built with local residents.

## Chang Chia-chun and former Yuanchang Township Mayor Lee Tsung-mao Launch Joint Campaign Headquarters, Unite Local Forces to Win Residents’ Support

- Published: 2026-10-17T19:35:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173362
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364801-en.html
- anchor: #n3425305

Chang Chia-chun, a candidate for Yunlin County magistrate, and Lee Tsung-mao, a candidate for Yuanchang Township mayor, established a joint campaign headquarters on the 17th to unite local forces and win residents’ support. Chang said she would improve agricultural value-added opportunities and transportation infrastructure, while Lee praised the incumbent administration’s achievements and called for its public service to continue.

Facts:
- Chang Chia-chun and Lee Tsung-mao established a joint campaign headquarters in Yuanchang on the 17th.
- Lee Tsung-mao served as speaker of the Yuanchang Township Representatives Council for 8 years.
- Chang Chia-chun plans to improve Route 202 bus service between Yuanchang and the Yunlin HSR station.
- Chang Chia-chun proposed introducing Happy Bus 2.0 to meet feeder transport needs in remote areas.
- Peanuts are Yuanchang Township’s signature agricultural product.
- Lee Tsung-mao said incumbent County Magistrate Chang Li-shan has worked harder in her second term than in her first.

## YOYO Family Brings the House Down at Banqiao 435 Art Zone! “435 Autumn Days” Market Treasure Hunt and Autumn Elf Challenge Make for a Fun-Filled Weekend!

- Published: 2026-10-17T19:33:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173361
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364802-en.html
- anchor: #n3425306
- Companies mentioned: Swing Dance搖擺舞體驗、陪你長大工作室、艸創心演擊樂場

The Banqiao 435 Art Zone in New Taipei City held the “435 Autumn Days” market concert on the 17th, combining a YOYO Family performance, a creative market and parent-child challenge games to create an autumn arts festival.

Facts:
- The Banqiao 435 Art Zone in New Taipei City held the “435 Autumn Days” market concert on the 17th.
- The event featured singing and dancing by YOYO Family.
- The venue featured 15 creative and food market stalls and 35 stalls at the “Little Bosses’ Market.”
- The “435 Autumn Elf Challenge and Stamp Rally” featured 7 outdoor game stations.
- Visitors who walked 5,000 steps that day could redeem a market voucher worth 50 yuan.

## Reading for a Lower Carbon Footprint! New Taipei City Library Launches Building Carbon Audits as 2026 New Taipei Green Reading READCYCLE Gets Underway, Creating a New Sustainable Reading Routine

- Published: 2026-10-17T19:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173357
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364804-en.html
- anchor: #n3425309
- Companies mentioned: 新北市立圖書館、臺北遠東通訊園區、路易莎咖啡、愛買

新北市立圖書館啟動館舍碳盤查並推出「2026新北綠讀READCYCLE」活動，結合節能改善與資源循環推廣，打造永續閱讀新日常。

Facts:
- 新北市立圖書館預計今年底前將所轄館舍傳統燈具全面汰換為LED燈具，預估可節電率達19.22%
- 新北市立圖書館總館6台手扶梯增設怠速系統，預估可節省約15%用電
- 新北市立圖書館預計今(115)年11月中旬前完成所有館舍碳排放盤查
- 10月17日至31日至新北市立圖書館路易莎門市消費，攜帶環保杯即可享飲品折價10元
- The “2026 New Taipei Green Reading READCYCLE Sustainable Market” will feature 20 stalls showcasing sustainability.
- Nearly 30,000 back issues of periodicals selected from across the city will be on sale.
- District branches will hold a total of 55 sustainable reading events.

## New Taipei Cultural Ambassadors Showcase Their Creativity: “Young Young, Come Play on the Streets” Brings Generations Together to Pass on Culture

- Published: 2026-10-17T19:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173360
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364803-en.html
- anchor: #n3425308

The New Taipei City Government’s Department of Cultural Affairs held the “Young Young, Come Play on the Streets” event at the Fuzhong Rear Station Plaza on the 17th, promoting local culture through a creative market, performances and the “Generations in One Boat” competition. A certificate ceremony for the New Taipei Cultural Ambassadors was also held, with 41 young participants officially receiving their certificates and demonstrating the energy of youth engagement in community culture.

Facts:
- The event was held at the Fuzhong Rear Station Plaza on the afternoon of the 17th, featuring 20 specialty creative market stalls and street performers.
- The New Taipei City Department of Cultural Affairs held a certificate ceremony for the New Taipei Cultural Ambassadors, with 41 young participants receiving certificates.
- The event embraced the principle of “Passing on Culture, Moving Forward Across Generations” and held the “Generations in One Boat” competition.
- Youth teams took part in community-based learning in 5 of New Taipei’s distinctive communities: Tamsui, Banqiao, Pinglin, Linkou and Xinzhuang.
- Chen Ming-chang, a senior specialist with the New Taipei City Department of Cultural Affairs, said the program puts young people at its core and cultivates teams equipped to put cultural ideas into practice.

## “2026 New Taipei Good Market Festival” Brings Together 40 Stalls at Banqiao’s Fuzhong on 10/17-18; Mayor Hou Yu-ih: 25 Markets Rebuilt in 8 Years to Give Traditional Markets a New Look

- Published: 2026-10-17T19:28:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173359
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364810-en.html
- anchor: #n3425311

「2026新北好市節」於10/17-18在板橋府中廣場登場，集結40攤美食。侯友宜市長強調市府投入70億元完成15座市場改造，推動傳統市場轉型為生活場域，並結合夜市接力與新北幣優惠促進庶民經濟活力。

Facts:
- 新北市長侯友宜指出，市府自108年推動市場翻新計畫以來，已投入70億元，完成15座市場改造。
- During the event, users of “New Taipei Coin” who are members of the “My New Taipei City App” and complete designated tasks can receive a coupon worth 100 yuan.
- Banqiao Xinxing Night Market, Nanya Night Market and Yingge Longfeng Night Market will take turns hosting the “Good Market Relay: Shop from Day to Night” event.
- Quality vendors from Taipei, Keelung and Taoyuan have been invited to take part, bringing together local specialties from across the region.

## Taiwan Rain Trees Along New Taipei’s Riverside Put on a Romantic New Look, Their Pink Seed Pods Adorning the Autumn Scenery

- Published: 2026-10-17T19:25:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173358
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364811-en.html
- anchor: #n3425312
- Companies mentioned: 新北市政府高灘地工程管理處

新北河濱的臺灣欒樹進入秋季結果期，枝頭掛滿粉嫩蒴果，成為河岸美景亮點。新北市政府高灘地工程管理處推薦多處河濱公園賞景，鼓勵民眾利用秋冬舒適天氣進行戶外活動。

Facts:
- The fruit of the Taiwan rain tree resembles a small lantern, earning it the nickname “lantern tree.”
- Pink seed pods are now appearing in locations across the region, and the scenic display is expected to last through the end of the year.
- Visitors are encouraged to enjoy the scenery along the trails on the right bank of the Dahan River, between Tucheng Mazutian and Hengxi Riverside Park.
- The High Beach and Riverside Engineering Management Office invites residents to plan a riverside outing and enjoy the comfortable autumn and winter weather and natural scenery.
- From flowering to fruiting, the Taiwan rain tree changes with the seasons and is a distinctive autumn highlight of New Taipei’s riverside landscape.

## Hsu Hsin-ying’s Campaign Headquarters Unveiled in Grand Ceremony, Pledging Victory on Three Fronts: Unity, Strength and Integrity

- Published: 2026-10-17T19:14:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173356
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364812-en.html
- anchor: #n3425313

Hsu Hsin-ying, the Kuomintang candidate for Hsinchu County magistrate, held a campaign headquarters unveiling ceremony on the 17th, with County Magistrate Yang Wen-ke and other party and government officials in attendance. Hsu pledged to focus on unity, strength and integrity, drawing on her experience as a county councilor for two terms and a legislator for two terms as she seeks re-election and vows to safeguard Hsinchu County’s development.

Facts:
- Hsu Hsin-ying held an unveiling ceremony for her campaign headquarters on the 17th.
- Hsu Hsin-ying outlined three key campaign priorities: “unity, strength and integrity.”
- Hsu Hsin-ying has served two terms as a Hsinchu County councilor and two terms as a legislator.
- Hsinchu County Magistrate Yang Wen-ke is serving as director of Hsu Hsin-ying’s campaign headquarters.
- The campaign had 42 days remaining at the time of the ceremony.
- Former Taoyuan County Magistrate Wu Chih-yang attended to convey the congratulations of honorary chair Wu Poh-hsiung.
- Yang Wen-ke said average household income in Hsinchu County exceeds that in Taipei City.

## Cheng Chao-fang Accused of Spending Nearly 10 Million on Mayor’s Office Renovation; Chen Kuan-yu: How Did Community Center Funds Become a Luxury Office?

- Published: 2026-10-17T19:12:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173355
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364813-en.html
- anchor: #n3425314

Chen Kuan-yu, a candidate for the Zhubei City Representatives Council, accused Mayor Cheng Chao-fang of diverting nearly 10 million yuan from a 22 million yuan budget originally allocated for renovating a community activity center to refurbish the mayor’s office, sparking controversy over the use of public funds.

Facts:
- Zhubei Mayor Cheng Chao-fang is again embroiled in controversy over the use of public funds. Candidate Chen Kuan-yu alleged in a Facebook post that the city government may have diverted nearly 10 million yuan from the 22 million yuan budget originally allocated to renovate a community activity center to refurbish the mayor’s office.
- In the final year of former Mayor Ho Kan-ming’s term, a budget of 22 million yuan was allocated for interior renovations to the community activity center and approved by the newly elected Representatives Council.
- Chen Kuan-yu criticized the community activity center for remaining unusable while the mayor had a luxury office built first, questioning whether the city government had its priorities backward.
- Chen Kuan-yu publicly raised three questions for Cheng Chao-fang: Why does the office used by successive mayors need extensive renovations? How was the original 22 million yuan budget allocated? And what was the actual cost of renovating the mayor’s office?
- Chen Kuan-yu described the renovated mayor’s office as often being tightly locked up, like a “private luxury reception hall.”

## Su Chiao-hui goes all-out in the Shuanghe campaign, unveiling visions for an arts capital in Yonghe and a metro extension to Songshan Airport

- Published: 2026-10-17T19:10:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173354
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364814-en.html
- anchor: #n3425315

On the 17th, DPP New Taipei mayoral candidate Su Chiao-hui attended the campaign headquarters launch for council candidates in Yonghe and Zhonghe, outlining policy visions including making Yonghe an arts capital, establishing an Urban Renewal Bureau and extending the metro to Songshan Airport as she steps up her campaign in Shuanghe.

Facts:
- On the morning of the 17th, Su Chiao-hui attended the joint campaign headquarters launch held in Yonghe and Zhonghe by New Taipei City Council candidates Lo Wen-chung and Chang Chih-hao.
- Su Chiao-hui proposed making Yonghe an “arts capital,” combining local cultural characteristics with artistic energy.
- Su Chiao-hui proposed establishing an “Urban Renewal Bureau” and advancing renewal based on 3 publicly led urban renewal projects: the Dachen community, the area around Dingxi MRT Station and the Yonghe Administrative Park.
- Su Chiao-hui argued that the Zhonghe Guangfu Line should be extended to Songshan Airport to strengthen New Taipei’s transport network and industrial development.
- Su Chiao-hui is working to win more support for the DPP in the Zhonghe constituency, with the goal of “all 3 Zhonghe seats going to the DPP.”

## Don’t wait until the end to discuss end-of-life care! Sasa leads 1,000 people in a run for autonomy over life; survey finds more than half of respondents have not discussed medical arrangements with family

- Published: 2026-10-17T17:04:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173352
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364819-en.html
- anchor: #n3425326
- Companies mentioned: 衛福部、器捐病主中心、台灣飛利浦、搖滾牛冰淇淋

The 2026 World Hospice Day charity run was held on the 17th at Taipei’s Daan Forest Park, with entertainer Sasa and others leading the run to promote medical autonomy. A survey by 器捐病主中心 found that although most people agree that death should be discussed in advance, misconceptions or reluctance to speak up keep them from taking action.

Facts:
- The 2026 World Hospice Day charity run took place on the 17th at Taipei’s Daan Forest Park, drawing 1,000 participants.
- A survey by 器捐病主中心 found that 78.7% of respondents agreed it is important to discuss death in advance.
- The survey found that 51.8% of respondents had never discussed future medical care arrangements with family members or other important people in their lives.
- Some 46.8% of respondents mistakenly believed that completing an advance decision on medical care meant giving up all medical treatment.
- As of September this year, more than 1.18 million people nationwide had recorded their wishes for advance hospice and palliative care.
- Only 36.7% of respondents knew that they must first receive an advance care planning consultation before signing an advance decision on medical care.

## 1,600 postal workers gear up for competition as 24 teams vie for glory and showcase teamwork

- Published: 2026-10-17T17:01:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173351
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364800-en.html
- anchor: #n3425327
- Companies mentioned: 中華郵政、臺中郵局、臺北郵件處理中心、台灣自來水公司、臺中市榮民服務處、霧峰區農會、國立臺灣體育運動大學、泰好玩文化事業有限公司

中華郵政 held its 115年 employee sports meet, with about 1,600 employees competing to strengthen team cohesion. Chairman Wang Kuo-tsai used the occasion to emphasize the company’s digital transformation strategy and announced that the “Taipei 2026 World Postage Stamp Exhibition” will be held in November, highlighting the company’s vitality and international outlook.

Facts:
- 中華郵政’s 115年 employee sports meet took place on the 17th at 國立臺灣體育運動大學, with about 1,600 employees competing in 24 teams.
- The sports meet was organized by 臺中郵局, with 中華郵政 Chairman Wang Kuo-tsai presiding over the opening ceremony.
- This year marks the postal service’s 130th anniversary, and the “Taipei 2026 World Postage Stamp Exhibition” will open on November 20.
- The World Postage Stamp Exhibition is expected to attract philatelists and related representatives from 69 countries.
- Legislator Ho Hsin-chun said the fruits of the company’s success should be shared with employees, with tangible rewards helping boost morale.

## 460-year-old Japanese bedding retailer opens in Taiwan! nishikawa opens its first overseas directly operated store, offering custom pillows

- Published: 2026-10-17T17:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 風傳媒
- Original: https://www.storm.mg/article/11173350
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364820-en.html
- anchor: #n3425328
- Companies mentioned: nishikawa西川寢具、nishikawa

日本460年寢具品牌nishikawa西川寢具於10月16日在台北大安區開設海外首間直營店「西川大安店」。該門市主打量身訂製枕與3D身體掃描服務，由日本受訓顧問引導消費者探索睡眠需求，回應台灣市場對高品質睡眠的重視。

Facts:
- nishikawa西川寢具 was founded in 1566 and has a 460-year history.
- nishikawa西川寢具’s first directly operated store outside Japan, “Nishikawa Da’an Store,” opened in Taipei on October 16.
- Nishikawa Da’an Store is located in an alley off Ren’ai Road in Taipei’s Da’an District.
- Nishikawa Da’an Store offers ＆Free custom-fit pillows, 3D body scanning and body pressure distribution measurements.
- The sleep consultants at Nishikawa Da’an Store received training in Japan.
- The first 50 customers to purchase an ＆Free custom-fit pillow before the opening will receive a complimentary pillowcase.
- The first 300 customers to make a reservation before the opening and visit the store will receive a Japan-made commemorative towel.

## Chang San-cheng rallies for reelection as KMT mayoral candidates from Taipei, New Taipei and Keelung appear together to show unity

- Published: 2026-10-17T23:47:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610170192.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4365055-en.html
- anchor: #n3426098

Taoyuan Mayor Chang San-cheng held a campaign rally for reelection, with KMT mayoral candidates from Taipei, New Taipei, Keelung and Taoyuan, as well as Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen and New Taipei Mayor Hou You-yi, appearing in support to showcase Blue-White cooperation and unity.

Facts:
- About 30,000 supporters were at the event
- Construction of the Taoyuan Metro’s North Depot began in 2019
- But when he took office in 2023
- The project had originally been expected to take 7 or 8 years
- The city government team reached its goal in just 3 years and 8 months
- Chang San-cheng has laid a solid foundation for Taoyuan’s development over the past 4 years
- Personally visited disaster areas 12 times

## Su Ching-chuan calls for a change of ruling party as Han Kuo-yu backs him, saying “Let the flower bloom 1 time”

- Published: 2026-10-17T23:36:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610170191.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4365049-en.html
- anchor: #n3426096
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、國民黨、民進黨、民眾黨

The 國民黨 candidate for Pingtung County magistrate, Su Ching-chuan, opened his campaign headquarters. Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu appeared in support and called for people to “let the flower bloom 1 time.” Su called for a change of ruling party, and about 5,000 supporters turned out.

Facts:
- 2026 Nine-in-One Elections
- Pingtung County, 17th (CNA)
- About 5,000 supporters
- For 8 years to date
- Past 4 years
- The 2 parties have waged political battles for 200 years
- Health insurance premiums waived for people aged 65 and older
- Children aged 0 to 6

## Han Kuo-yu campaigns for Ko Chih-en in Kaohsiung, calls for a “Ko-Lee” alliance

- Published: 2026-10-17T23:33:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610170190.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4365046-en.html
- anchor: #n3426095
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、國民黨、民進黨、行政院

The 國民黨’s Kaohsiung mayoral candidate, Ko Chih-en, held a temple-front political talk at Fengyi Temple in Siaogang, where Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu appeared in support and presented a gift, calling for a “Ko-Lee alliance.” Ko discussed increasing the universal cash payment to NT$20,000 and gave her views on Chen Chi-mai’s administration.

Facts:
- Key News of the 2026 Nine-in-One Elections
- The event began at around 7:30 p.m. at Fengyi Temple Da Tian Fu in Siaogang District, Kaohsiung
- Han Kuo-yu, Ko Chih-en and Kaohsiung City Council members and candidates from the 國民黨 arrived at around 8:10 p.m.
- Han Kuo-yu said that in 2018, “all of Kaohsiung was like boiling water at 100 degrees”
- All of Kaohsiung was like boiling water at 100 degrees
- The 國民黨 legislative caucus proposed raising the universal cash payment to NT$20,000
- The motion was put to a vote to send the draft special act for a universal NT$20,000 payment directly to a second reading
- (Editor: Li Heng-shan) 1151017

## Central government to subsidize seniors’ health insurance premiums; Huang Kuo-chang rejects claim young people will pay an extra 3,000 per year

- Published: 2026-10-17T23:31:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610170189.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4365043-en.html
- anchor: #n3426028
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、衛福部、民眾黨、國民黨

立法院三讀通過老人健保費由中央補助，民眾黨主席黃國昌駁斥年輕人每年多繳3000元的說法，強調長者健保費仍進入基金且由中央補貼。衛福部回應指出此舉將使中央政府每年額外負擔約400億元，並隨高齡化遞增。同時黃國昌出席民眾黨新北市議員參選人邸聖德競選總部成立活動，展現藍白團結。

Facts:
- As much as about NT$40 billion

## Taiwan Series G2: both teams again turn to foreign starters, with 味全龍 sending Meisels and 兄弟 sending Felix

- Published: 2026-10-17T23:14:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610170188.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4365035-en.html
- anchor: #n3425952
- Companies mentioned: 味全龍、兄弟、中央社

In CPBL Taiwan Series G2, 味全龍 will start Meisels, while 兄弟 Elephants will start Felix, hoping to keep the series going.

Facts:
- 3-0
- Game 2
- 40,000 fans
- 89%
- 2 wins, 1 loss
- 2.08 ERA
- 4 starts
- 4 home runs
- 1 debate
- Pitched 7 innings
- Allowed 1 run
- ERA also just 2.63

## 兄弟 lose Taiwan Series G1, hope to learn from it; Hirano urges team to keep fighting with a sense of frustration

- Published: 2026-10-17T23:11:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610170187.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4365025-en.html
- anchor: #n3425948
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中信兄弟、味全龍、兄弟

In the opening game of the CPBL Taiwan Series, 中信兄弟 lost 0-3 to 味全龍. Manager Hirano Keiichi said the team would learn from its opponent’s performance and keep fighting with a sense of frustration.

Facts:
- 0-3
- Top of the 4th
- Bottom of the 5th
- 2 points

## 今彩539 draw No. 115252: 3 top-prize tickets win

- Published: 2026-10-17T23:05:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610170186.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4365026-en.html
- anchor: #n3425949
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台彩公司

In the 今彩539 draw No. 115252, 3 top-prize tickets each won NT$8 million. There were also 162 second-prize tickets, 99 first-prize winners in 3-Star and 10 first-prize winners in 4-Star.

Facts:
- Draw No. 115252
- 3 top-prize tickets
- NT$8 million prize per ticket
- 162 second-prize winners
- NT$20,000 prize per ticket
- 99 first-prize tickets
- NT$5,000 prize per ticket
- 10 first-prize tickets
- NT$50,000 prize per ticket

## TPBL: Li Kai-yen hits clutch 3-pointer as Kings rally past Dreamers in season opener

- Published: 2026-10-17T22:57:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610170185.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4365016-en.html
- anchor: #n3425895
- Companies mentioned: 台灣職業籃球大聯盟、TPBL、新北國王、福爾摩沙夢想家、中央社

TPBL新賽季開幕戰，新北國王在延長賽以113比106逆轉擊敗衛冕軍福爾摩沙夢想家。李愷諺貢獻17分並投進關鍵三分，洋將肯刀爾拿下全場最高33分助隊獲勝。

Facts:
- 113-106
- Scored 17 points
- 10-0
- Scored 10 points
- Held a 7-point lead
- Scored a game-high 33 points
- 13 rebounds
- 4 steals
- Scored 26 points
- 6 rebounds
- 5 assists

## Massive protests erupt in Tunisia as demonstrators condemn president’s mishandling of economy

- Published: 2026-10-17T22:55:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610170184.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4365005-en.html
- anchor: #n3425824
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、路透社、突尼西亞總工會

Thousands of people took to the streets in Tunisia in a large-scale protest organized by the General Union and civil society groups, condemning President Kais Saied for undermining democracy and mishandling the economy.

Facts:
- Thousands
- 2021
- Dozens
- Hundreds

## 韓議員揭露近200輛比亞迪可進出軍事重地 憂翻拍機密傳回中國

- Published: 2026-10-17T22:52:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610170183.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4365006-en.html
- anchor: #n3425825
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、比亞迪、朝鮮日報、美國、歐盟、中國

韓國在野黨國民力量議員姜大植揭露，至少190輛比亞迪生產的聯網車可自由進出韓國軍事基地，因配備攝影機等設備，擔憂機密遭翻拍傳回中國。

Facts:
- At least 190 vehicles
- More than 10 cameras

## Su Chiao-hui and Yen Wei-tzu hold joint campaign rally; Chang Tun-han vows produce market will not move to Luzhou

- Published: 2026-10-17T22:42:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610170182.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364996-en.html
- anchor: #n3425822

Su Chiao-hui, the Democratic Progressive Party’s New Taipei mayoral candidate, and councilor Yen Wei-tzu established a joint campaign headquarters. Executive Yuan Secretary-General Chang Tun-han attended and pledged that the wholesale fruit and vegetable market would not be relocated to Luzhou.

Facts:
- Key News of the 2026 Nine-in-One Elections
- 1151017

## Tsai Ing-wen agrees to serve as honorary chair of Lai Jui-lung campaign, urges supporters to help canvass

- Published: 2026-10-17T22:42:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610170181.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364998-en.html
- anchor: #n3425823

Democratic Progressive Party Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Lai Jui-lung held a campaign headquarters launch rally in Fengshan, attended by former President Tsai Ing-wen, Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim and incumbent Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai. Tsai agreed to serve as honorary chair of the campaign headquarters and urged each supporter to canvass 10 votes. Hsiao emphasized that “the two Lais winning means both win”; Chen showcased party unity and a smooth handover, presenting Lai with a victory banner featuring a large fish; Lai said this was a relay race for Kaohsiung; and former mayor Frank Hsieh hoped Lai would usher in Kaohsiung’s golden 10 years.

Facts:
- The organizers gave me only 8 minutes
- Each person canvass 10 votes
- A distance of 150 meters
- About a 5-minute walk
- It took 3 elections to choose the right person
- Successfully challenged the Kuomintang 28 years ago
- Now Lai Jui-lung is set to take the 4th leg
- Usher in Kaohsiung’s golden 10 years

## Dragons take win; Chang Cheng-yu cuts off 1st braid, surprised by Elephants fans’ roar

- Published: 2026-10-17T22:29:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610170180.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364988-en.html
- anchor: #n3425819
- Companies mentioned: 味全龍隊、中信兄弟、中央社、中央通訊社

味全龍隊在中華職棒總冠軍賽首戰以3比0擊敗中信兄弟，張政禹賽後剪掉第一條辮子慶祝勝利，並驚訝於象迷強大的應援聲勢。

Facts:
- 3-0
- Had 4 braids
- Bottom of the 5th
- 2 hits
- Bottom of the 6th
- Scored the 3rd run
- 40,000 fans

## Lin Chen-hsun gives himself 70 points for Taiwan Series debut, says he is not yet ready to carry the team

- Published: 2026-10-17T22:26:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610170179.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364989-en.html
- anchor: #n3425820
- Companies mentioned: 味全龍隊、中信兄弟、中央社

味全龍隊捕手林辰勳在台灣大賽首戰先發，攻守表現獲自評70分，認為自己尚不能獨當一面，需繼續努力。

Facts:
- Rated his performance at 70 points
- Claimed a crucial opening win 3-0
- Chiang Han delivers quality start, allowing no runs over 8 innings
- Had a 2-week break
- Praised import Chiang Han’s performance as 100 points
- Collected 1 hit and drove in 1 run

## All Taiwan Games open; President Lai says every sport should have room to develop

- Published: 2026-10-17T22:18:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610170178.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364985-en.html
- anchor: #n3425818

The 115 All Taiwan Games opened in Taoyuan. President Lai Ching-te said in his address that every sport should have room to develop, and cited the appointment of Lee Yang as sports minister as support for sports development.

Facts:
- The 115 National Games.
- 32 sports
- 43 competition venues
- More than 13,000
- 6-year-old athlete Chiu Ching-hui
- 88-year-old athlete Chiu Chui-yuan
- 45 athletes who had just competed in the Nagoya Asian Games
- More than 80 teams taking part

## Anti-child-abuse, protect-children rally takes place on Ketagalan Boulevard; Puma Shen proposes ways to protect children

- Published: 2026-10-17T22:14:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610170177.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364982-en.html
- anchor: #n3425817
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、夏莉絲國際幼兒園

Puma Shen attended the “Anti-child-abuse, protect-children” rally on Ketagalan Boulevard, calling for the establishment of anti-abuse standard operating procedures, legal amendments and immediate city government intervention. He also criticized Mayor Chiang Wan-an for his low attendance rate.

Facts:
- 4 key recommendations
- over the 4 years

## Wu Chih-chung attends Spanish National Day reception, hopes to deepen bilateral partnership

- Published: 2026-10-17T22:03:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610170176.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364963-en.html
- anchor: #n3425815
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中華民國對外貿易發展協會

Deputy Foreign Minister Wu Chih-chung was invited to attend the Spanish National Day reception. He thanked Spain for supporting Taiwan’s participation in international affairs and expressed hope for deeper bilateral ties and shared values.

Facts:
- This year marks the 400th anniversary of the Spanish arrival in Taiwan and Spanish missionaries introducing Catholicism to the island
- The Spanish first arrived in northern Taiwan in 1626

## Chen Tzu-hao still gets nervous at his 10th Taiwan Series; relieves pressure by shouting before delivering key extra-base hit

- Published: 2026-10-17T22:00:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610170175.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364964-en.html
- anchor: #n3425816
- Companies mentioned: 味全龍、中信兄弟、中央社、龍隊

味全龍隊陳子豪第10度參加台灣大賽，首戰於5局下敲出關鍵二壘打，協助球隊以3比0擊敗中信兄弟。

Facts:
- Playing in the championship series for the 9th time
- Joined the 龍隊 in 2025
- Bottom of the 5th
- Scored 2 runs
- Beat the 中信兄弟 3-0 in the final

## Chiang Han’s 8 scoreless innings fall short of a shutout: “Can’t leave the closer with nothing to do”

- Published: 2026-10-17T21:51:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610170174.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364939-en.html
- anchor: #n3425693
- Companies mentioned: 味全龍隊、中信兄弟隊、中央社

味全龍隊投手蔣銲在中職總冠軍賽首戰投出8局無失分，幫助球隊以3比0擊敗中信兄弟隊。蔣銲表示信任教練團決策，將第9局交給終結者林凱威，並讚揚隊友守備貢獻。

Facts:
- On 100 pitches
- Beat them 3-0
- Gave up just 2 hits
- Also recorded 6 strikeouts

## 今彩539 draw 115252 results

- Published: 2026-10-17T21:44:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610170173.aspx
- anchor: #n3425694
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台彩

The winning numbers for 今彩539 draw 115252 are 32, 20, 26, 39 and 10; the 3星彩 winning numbers are 611, and the 4星彩 winning numbers are 0457.

Facts:
- Draw No. 115252
- 32
- 20
- 26
- 39
- 10
- 611
- 0457

## Hsu Hsin-ying opens campaign headquarters in Hsinchu County; Cheng Li-wun and Chang San-cheng attend in support

- Published: 2026-10-17T21:41:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610170172.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364934-en.html
- anchor: #n3425692

Kuomintang Hsinchu County magistrate candidate Hsu Hsin-ying opened her campaign headquarters, with Cheng Li-wun, Chang San-cheng and others attending in support. Hsu proposed policies including transportation infrastructure and the Taoyuan-Hsinchu-Miaoli Greater Silicon Valley plan.

Facts:
- 16 major transportation projects
- Seniors aged 65 and over
- NT$5,000
- A budget of more than 15 billion yuan

## Protests sweep across France over rising prices and social pressures

- Published: 2026-10-17T21:37:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610170171.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364926-en.html
- anchor: #n3425689
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、路透社

Protests erupted across France over rising prices, social pressures and insufficient public spending. The demonstrations began with high school students in Paris’s northern suburbs voicing frustration over teacher shortages and aging school buildings, then quickly spread into a nationwide movement. The government fears unrest and accused a far-left party of incitement, while also facing the economic challenge of soaring government borrowing costs.

Facts:
- Hundreds of other protests planned across France
- Tens of thousands expected to take part
- Borrowing costs soar to their highest level in more than 20 years
- A 19-year-old demonstrator who identifies herself as Lola

## Broadcast Golden Bell Awards get underway; O-Mark thanks Chang Hsiao-yen for inspiring him to stay in radio

- Published: 2026-10-17T21:37:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202610170170.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364927-en.html
- anchor: #n3425690
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台積電、台電

The 61st Broadcasting Golden Bell Awards ceremony took place at the Taipei Music Center, with O-Mark, who has worked in radio for 25 years, hosting for the first time. He thanked Chang Hsiao-yen for inspiring him to stay in radio and noted that 139 works were nominated across 29 award categories.

Facts:
- Radio Golden Bell 61
- 139 nominated works
- 29 award categories
- 25 years in radio
- Entered radio at 18
- Monthly income of just over NT$10,000
- Still being called 'big sister' at 40

## AI boom takes center stage; Anthropic founder says US GDP could surge

- Published: 2026-10-17T21:35:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610170169.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364923-en.html
- anchor: #n3425688
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、Anthropic、路透社、國際貨幣基金（IMF）、世界銀行（World Bank）

Anthropic co-founder Clark said at the IMF and World Bank annual meetings in Bangkok that rapid advances in AI capabilities could boost US GDP to $44 trillion before 2030, and stressed the need for international cooperation to establish strict rules。

Facts:
- By 2030
- $44 trillion
- $32 trillion

## Vice President Hsiao backs Chen Pin-an and Lin Yue-chin, urges support for professional women to transform Miaoli

- Published: 2026-10-17T21:25:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610170168.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364918-en.html
- anchor: #n3425621

Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim attended the joint campaign headquarters opening for Democratic Progressive Party Miaoli County magistrate candidate Chen Pin-an and Miaoli City mayoral candidate Lin Yue-chin, voicing support for the 2 professional women and urging local residents to support them to bring change to Miaoli。

Facts:
- 2026 Nine-in-One Elections
- Ranked No. 1 on the DPP's 2024 party-list legislative candidate slate
- 1151017

## Magong's multi-sport carnival kicks off, drawing 1,200 participants for a lively event

- Published: 2026-10-17T21:23:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610170167.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364914-en.html
- anchor: #n3425544
- Companies mentioned: 中央社

The 2nd Magong City Multi-Sport Carnival was held at the Penghu County Stadium, hosted by Mayor Huang Chien-chung. It drew 1,200 participants from more than 22 communities and teams, with competitions and performances in events including croquet and archery。

Facts:
- 1,200 participants of all ages
- 2026 Magong City 2nd edition
- 2nd edition
- More than 22 communities

## Egyptian President Sisi says current term ends in 2030, reiterates he will not amend constitution

- Published: 2026-10-17T21:05:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610170166.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364907-en.html
- anchor: #n3425542
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、路透社

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi said his current term will end in 2030 and reiterated that he would not amend the constitution to extend his tenure。

Facts:
- 2030
- A 6-year term
- 71-year-old Sisi
- April 2024
- December 2023
- From 4 years
- Egypt in 2019

## Laonong River underground water project to supply 100,000 tons daily; Cho says it will boost drought resilience

- Published: 2026-10-17T20:53:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610170165.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364778-en.html
- anchor: #n3425231

Premier Cho Jung-tai announced the completion of the Laonong River underground water project, which can increase water supply by 100,000 tons per day and bring the total underground water supply in southern Taiwan to 900,000 tons. The project will also strengthen interregional water transfers through the Pearl Necklace Plan to improve drought resilience。

Facts:
- Can increase water supply by 100,000 tons per day
- The government allocated NT$4.6 billion for the project
- 350,000 tons before 106 in the ROC calendar
- Increase to a maximum daily water intake of 450,000 tons
- Daily water supply is expected to reach 900,000 tons
- About half of Kaohsiung City's daily water supply
- The Gaoping River's flow fell to 8.9 cubic meters per second
- Build 16 major water pipelines across Taiwan
- 11 completed so far
- The remaining 5 are expected to be completed in succession

## CPBL 37th championship series opens today, with 味全龍 facing 中信兄弟

- Published: 2026-10-17T20:32:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 公視新聞
- Original: https://news.pts.org.tw/article/831801
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364879-en.html
- anchor: #n3425359
- Companies mentioned: 味全龍、中信兄弟

The CPBL 37th championship series opened at the Taipei Dome, with 味全龍 facing 中信兄弟. The opening game drew 40,000 fans。

Facts:
- 40,000 fans
- 11th championship
- 2023
- Over 36 years
- 33 Taiwan Series
- 29 times
- 87.88%

## US tourist accused of touching Xiaoliuqiu sea turtle, returned to Taiwan for prosecution

- Published: 2026-10-17T20:25:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 公視新聞
- Original: https://news.pts.org.tw/article/831802
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364878-en.html
- anchor: #n3425358
- Companies mentioned: 海巡署、屏東地方檢察署、海保署、屏東縣政府大鵬灣國家風景區管理處、海生館

美籍旅客在小琉球觸摸海龜並拍照，違反相關法令，遭海巡署當場查獲並押解返台送辦。海保署表示將加強多語言宣導，專家提醒隨意觸摸保育類海龜最重可處1年以下有期徒刑或併科30萬元罰金。

Facts:
- 2 US tourists involved
- Bilingual Chinese and English signs have been installed at 8 locations
- Imprisonment for up to 1 year
- NT$300,000 fine

## Anti-child-abuse rally held on Ketagalan Boulevard; 夏莉絲幼兒園 victims' self-help group presents demands

- Published: 2026-10-17T20:11:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 公視新聞
- Original: https://news.pts.org.tw/article/831808
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364877-en.html
- anchor: #n3425357
- Companies mentioned: 夏莉絲幼兒園、中華幼兒教育協會

The 夏莉絲幼兒園 victims' self-help group and independent Taipei City Councilor Hsu Li-hsin held an anti-child-abuse rally on Ketagalan Boulevard, putting forward 5 demands, including establishing a legal basis for comprehensive video surveillance. Taipei Deputy Mayor Lin Yi-hua, Education Department Director Tang Chih-min and Social Welfare Department Director Yao Shu-wen attended and responded, explaining the rates of surveillance camera installation in public areas and classrooms in Taipei。

Facts:
- Aged 2 or older
- 17th
- 1999
- 5 reform demands
- 95%
- 85%

## 大車視線死角、內輪差造成事故 交通部統計每年約2000件

- Published: 2026-10-17T19:55:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 公視新聞
- Original: https://news.pts.org.tw/article/831830
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364874-en.html
- anchor: #n3425354
- Companies mentioned: 交通部、消基會、車輛安全審驗中心、台北市客運、大都會客運

交通部統計顯示，因大車視線死角與內輪差造成的事故每年約2000件。消基會質疑現行法規對大型車視野輔助系統的規範門檻，認為應有更明確的數據評估；業者則指出主動預警系統雖為標準配備，但自動煞車功能可能影響車內站立乘客安全，強調駕駛判斷仍為關鍵。

Facts:
- The number of casualties has also exceeded 2,000 every year
- Since 2021
- Already installed on 800 large vehicles
- Integrates 360-degree surround-view images
- Starting in 2026

## 特斯拉飛天車是否能上路引關注 交部：兼具飛行功能須符民航法

- Published: 2026-10-17T19:54:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 公視新聞
- Original: https://news.pts.org.tw/article/831832
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364872-en.html
- anchor: #n3425352
- Companies mentioned: 特斯拉、SpaceX

特斯拉's unveiling of the Roadster electric sports car with flight capabilities has drawn attention. The Ministry of Transportation said that if it is brought to Taiwan, its flight capabilities would have to comply with civil aviation regulations. Scholars said Taiwan's airspace is crowded and national defense takes priority, leaving many restrictions on flying cars。

## Founder of India's 蟑螂人民黨 detained again; protesters demand election commission chief resign

- Published: 2026-10-17T19:53:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 公視新聞
- Original: https://news.pts.org.tw/article/831831
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364873-en.html
- anchor: #n3425353
- Companies mentioned: 蟑螂人民黨、印度人民黨、全印度學生協會、選舉委員會

印度「蟑螂人民黨」創辦人迪普克再次遭預防性拘留，引發數百名示威者在新德里抗議，要求選舉委員會主任委員庫瑪下台。抗議源於選民名冊大規模修訂導致超過1億3000萬筆姓名被刪除，反對派質疑此舉偏袒執政黨「印度人民黨」。

Facts:
- 超過1億3000萬筆姓名遭刪除
- Hundreds of protesters gathered in central New Delhi on the 16th
- Deepak was detained on the 10th

## Southern Taiwan rail relocation plan approved in 2009; 323 households along the route protested for 9 years

- Published: 2026-10-17T19:51:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 公視新聞
- Original: https://news.pts.org.tw/article/831829
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364875-en.html
- anchor: #n3425355

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Facts:
- Spanning 17 years
- 8.23 kilometers long
- A total of 20 cultural heritage sites were unearthed
- Putting the project on hold for about 2 years
- There are 323 homes along the route
- Protests lasting 9 years

## Man shoots air gun at face on election banner; Lugu Township chief candidate suspends canvassing

- Published: 2026-10-17T19:49:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 公視新聞
- Original: https://news.pts.org.tw/article/831813
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364876-en.html
- anchor: #n3425356
- Companies mentioned: 鹿谷鄉公所、竹山分局、台灣南投地方檢察署

南投縣鹿谷鄉長無黨籍參選人林智鴻的競選布條遭不明人士持空氣槍射擊，導致其暫停拜票行程。警方已鎖定2名嫌犯到案，其中一名為鹿谷鄉公所替代役男，全案依違反《選罷法》及毀損罪移送偵辦。

Facts:
- More than 40 days until election day
- 2 suspects
- Fired 2 shots

## New Taipei's Su Chiao-hui and councilors open campaign headquarters; Lee Chuan-te to campaign alongside Chiang Wan-an

- Published: 2026-10-17T19:48:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 公視新聞
- Original: https://news.pts.org.tw/article/831797
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364880-en.html
- anchor: #n3425360

New Taipei City mayoral candidate Su Chiao-hui and councilors established a joint campaign headquarters and discussed health insurance for seniors. KMT's Lee Chuan-te will campaign alongside Hou Yu-ih, Chiang Wan-an and Chang San-cheng. Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an announced that he would lower the threshold for urban renewal to 50%, drawing criticism from DPP's Shen Po-yang。

Facts:
- From 75% to 50%
- Lowered to 50%
- Those 6 or 7 years in between

## A spin-off drama starring Yuya Takaki, based on Kaori Ekuni’s “Hadakanbō-tachi,” is here: “Hadakanbō-tachi Another Story” begins streaming exclusively on TELASA today!

- Published: 2026-10-17T23:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000091.000165653.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4365052-en.html
- anchor: #n3426097
- Companies mentioned: TELASA株式会社、KADOKAWA、テレビ朝日、ストームレーベルズ、角川文庫、Capitol Records、UNIVERSAL MUSIC、Hey! Say! JUMP、Storm Labels、ソケット

“Another Story,” a spin-off of the drama “Hadakanbō-tachi,” based on a work by Kaori Ekuni, begins streaming exclusively on TELASA. The first part, starring Yuya Takaki, starts streaming on October 17, 2026.

Facts:
- Streaming begins Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 23:30!
- The monthly fee is 990 yen (tax included)
- A video streaming platform launched in April 2020.

## “Megane no Machi Sabae Mirai Fest 2026” teams up with TGC! Popular TGC models including MINAMI and Noa, as well as EXILE B HAPPY’s TETSUYA, Shogo Iwatani and Shinako, will make appearances one after another!

- Published: 2026-10-17T23:10:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001057.000007466.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4365033-en.html
- anchor: #n3425950
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社W TOKYO、福井県鯖江市、株式会社LDH JAPAN、福井県立鯖江高等学校、福井文化服装学院、株式会社小学館コロコロコミック研究所、甲府市、山梨県甲府市、EXPG STUDIO

株式会社W TOKYO collaborated for the 3rd consecutive year with “Megane no Machi Sabae Mirai Fest 2026,” hosted by 福井県鯖江市, and held an event featuring TGC models and EXILE B HAPPY’s TETSUYA, among others.

Facts:
- 3rd consecutive year
- 2026
- Oct. 17, 2026
- Approximately 10,000 people in total
- Approximately 90% of production share
- A history spanning more than 1,000 years

## [Chofu City only] November-only campaign | Collection of old massage chairs, massage machines and foot massage tools no longer needed after replacement | Unwanted item collection by まるっと本舗

- Published: 2026-10-17T23:10:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000401.000163141.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4365034-en.html
- anchor: #n3425951
- Companies mentioned: SYSTR株式会社、まるっと本舗

まるっと本舗, an unwanted item collection service operated by SYSTR株式会社, is running a massage equipment collection campaign exclusively in Chofu City during November, offering discounts of up to 1,000 yen to customers using its flat-rate packages.

Facts:
- Up to ¥1,000 off
- Campaign period: November 1, 2026–November 30, 2026
- Cardboard box package: from ¥3,000
- Mini-truck package: from ¥8,000
- 1.5t truck package: from ¥15,000

## [TVer] “Our Hakone Ekiden,” a drama starring Yo Oizumi: “Our Student Union Training Camp,” an original drama starring the student union team, begins streaming exclusively on TVer

- Published: 2026-10-17T22:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000534.000002492.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4365017-en.html
- anchor: #n3425894
- Companies mentioned: TVer、日本テレビ、TBSテレビ

TVer will begin streaming the original drama “Our Student Union Training Camp” exclusively from October 17, in addition to offering catch-up streaming of “Our Hakone Ekiden,” starring Yo Oizumi. Interviews are also available in which the actors discuss preparing for their roles and behind-the-scenes stories from filming.

Facts:
- Airing since Saturday, October 10
- “Our Student Union Training Camp” (5 episodes in total)
- After the broadcast of Episode 2 on Saturday, October 17
- I lost 14 kg so I could keep up with everyone
- Catch-up streaming of approximately 1,000 programs at any given time

## Hanako takes its show on the road to Hitotsubashi University’s campus festival, “Hitotsubashi-sai”! Public recording event set for Saturday, November 21!

- Published: 2026-10-17T22:30:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000251.000014935.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364995-en.html
- anchor: #n3425821
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ニッポン放送、川田テクノシステム株式会社、ABCラジオ

A public recording of Nippon Broadcasting System’s “Hanako no Nantoka Shitarō!” will be held at Hitotsubashi University’s campus festival, “Hitotsubashi-sai,” on November 21, 2026. Admission is free and requires advance registration, and the recording is scheduled to air later as a special program.

Facts:
- Nov. 21, 2026
- 1 hour
- Free

## Kanto attractiveness rankings 2026 — Major reshuffling of Kanto rankings (based on the Regional Brand Survey 2026)

- Published: 2026-10-17T21:40:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000121.000000266.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364933-en.html
- anchor: #n3425691
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ブランド総合研究所

An analysis of the attractiveness rankings of Kanto’s 7 prefectures based on the “Regional Brand Survey 2026.” Tokyo ranked 4th and Kanagawa Prefecture 5th, switching places. Chiba Prefecture ranked 19th and is on a downward trend, while Saitama Prefecture rebounded to 44th. Tochigi Prefecture held steady at 39th, while Gunma and Ibaraki prefectures ranked 45th and 46th, respectively.

Facts:
- Ranked 4th, switching places with Kanagawa Prefecture, which ranked 5th, compared with the previous year
- Kanagawa Prefecture ranked 5th
- Chiba holds on to 3rd place in Kanto, but
- Urban green space covers 1,243 hectares
- It ranks 3rd nationwide
- Annual tourist numbers exceed 200 million
- The number of international visitors to Japan also exceeded 40 million
- Chiba Prefecture ranked 19th for attractiveness
- Ranked 39th for 4 consecutive years
- Nikko City ranked 10th nationwide among 1,000 municipalities for attractiveness
- Rose 3 places to 44th
- Gunma Prefecture ranked 45th for attractiveness in 2026
- Ibaraki Prefecture ranked 46th for attractiveness in 2026

## PHILOCOFFEA barista achieves remarkable feat — Manami Nagasaki becomes Japan champion at the Japan Brewers Cup —

- Published: 2026-10-17T21:15:23+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000150398.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364917-en.html
- anchor: #n3425620
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Philocoffea、PHILOCOFFEA、日本スペシャルティコーヒー協会、SCAJ、HARIO、ICOSA、OPTION-O、ラ・ネグリタ農園、ファミリーマート、FAMIMA CAFÉ

Manami Nagasaki, a barista with 株式会社Philocoffea, won the Japan Brewers Cup (JBrC) 2026, held on October 17, 2026, and was crowned Japan champion. She is scheduled to represent Japan at the World Brewers Cup, to be held in Colombia in September 2027. A homecoming event celebrating her victory will be held at the Omotesando store on October 23.

Facts:
- Oct. 17, 2026
- September 30, 2027
- Oct. 23
- お湯を7回に分けて注ぐ
- Born in 1988
- Joined as a barista in 2018
- JBrC 2023-2024 finalist (6th place)
- Capital: 5,000,000 yen
- Employees: 50

## [Event Report] HYROX training hits Momochihama, Fukuoka! Red Bull Road to HYROX | HYROX TRAINING ON SAND

- Published: 2026-10-17T21:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000309.000049143.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364910-en.html
- anchor: #n3425543
- Companies mentioned: レッドブル・ジャパン株式会社、CrossFit 博多、CrossFit Hakata、East West Fitness、CrossFit Hizen、大村美容ファッション専門学校、福岡医健・スポーツ専門学校

レッドブル・ジャパン株式会社 held “Red Bull Road to HYROX | HYROX TRAINING ON SAND,” a beach training event for HYROX, at Seaside Momochi Seaside Park in Fukuoka City on October 17, 2026, with 278 participants.

Facts:
- Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026
- 278 people in total
- 600–800 m run
- 5 types of workouts
- 250ml
- ¥213 (before tax)

## BofA predicts Fed will raise rates again in October; rising inflation adds uncertainty

- Published: 2026-10-17T22:00:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6631672
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364945-en.html
- anchor: #n3425695
- Companies mentioned: TheStreet、美國銀行、BofA、聯準會、Fed、花旗、Citi、瑞銀、UBS、摩根士丹利、摩根大通財富管理、高盛、MarketWatch、舊金山聯準銀行

美國銀行 (BofA), citing unexpectedly hotter September inflation data and broadening price increases, reiterated that the 聯準會 (Fed) may raise rates again in October. The market-implied probability rose to 47%。

Facts:
- The US consumer price index (CPI) rose 3.7% year over year in September, up from 3.4% in August。
- The US core inflation rate, excluding food and energy prices, reached 2.6% in September。
- After the inflation report was released, the market-implied probability of a 聯準會 rate hike in October rose from 22% to about 47%。
- The energy index in September’s CPI jumped 5.2%, while gasoline prices rose 9.1%.
- 高盛 estimates that the AI boom will add about 0.45 percentage points to annual core PCE inflation.
- Bank of America raised its tracking estimate for September core PCE inflation from a monthly increase of 0.22% to 0.32%.

## Bank of America and 花旗 move to restrict AI agents: Why are banks starting to fear “smart money management”?

- Published: 2026-10-17T21:00:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6632621
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364781-en.html
- anchor: #n3425232
- Companies mentioned: 花旗、Citigroup、美國銀行、BofA、Meta、摩根大通、富國銀行、Simon-Kucher

花旗 and Bank of America are restricting AI agents’ access to accounts to prevent deposit outflows, with 摩根大通 following suit. Regulators have welcomed the move and plan to clarify accountability, as the banking industry faces the risk of lower-cost deposits declining and interest costs rising because of AI-optimized cash yields.

Facts:
- 花旗 Bank does not allow third-party AI agents to log in to customer accounts or conduct transactions on its digital platforms.
- 摩根大通, 美國銀行 and 富國銀行 hold a combined approximately $1.6 trillion in noninterest-bearing deposits.
- If banks are forced to raise deposit rates to 3%, interest costs would increase by about $47 billion a year.
- The national average interest rate on U.S. checking accounts is just 0.1%.
- Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan stressed that a human should be involved in authorizing transfers before funds are moved out.

## 鄉林’s Lai Cheng-i: Homebuilding in Taiwan to ramp up gradually; planned sales in Taipei and New Taipei top NT$11 billion next year

- Published: 2026-10-17T20:52:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 鉅亨網
- Original: https://news.cnyes.com/news/id/6632721
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364782-en.html
- anchor: #n3425233
- Companies mentioned: 鄉林、遠雄、遠雄建設

鄉林 and 遠雄, two major developers, are optimistic that AI will boost the economy and forecast a housing market recovery in 2027. 鄉林 plans projects in Taipei and New Taipei with total sales of NT$11 billion next year, while 遠雄 is planning 5 major projects worth NT$91.4 billion, with both companies pursuing aggressive expansion strategies.

Facts:
- 鄉林 Chairman Lai Cheng-i expects Taiwan’s housing market to show a clear recovery starting in the first half of 2027, though the improvement may not become more apparent until the second half.
- 鄉林 will focus its projects next year on residential properties in Taipei and New Taipei, with its share of total planned sales reaching NT$11 billion.
- 遠雄建設 plans to launch 5 major projects in Taoyuan, Taishan, Tainan and Kaohsiung in 2027, with combined sales totaling as much as NT$91.4 billion.
- 遠雄 real estate general manager Chang Li-jung said 遠雄 had reached its full-year 2025 sales performance by July 2026.
- 鄉林’s 鄉林雲峰 project in Douliu, Yunlin, has total sales of NT$2.8 billion, with handovers and title transfers expected to be completed in December.
- 鄉林 Chairman Lai Cheng-i said AI technology development has helped Taiwan’s economy outperform Europe and the United States, which will ultimately have a positive impact on real estate.
- 鄉林’s new development on the Hongfu section of Gongyuan Road in Xinzhuang will mainly offer 2- and 3-bedroom units ranging from 27 to 33 ping, with a total of 252 units.

## High-temperature information (Tainan City)

- Published: 2026-10-17T18:25:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
- Original: https://alerts.ncdr.nat.gov.tw/web/alerts/detail?id=CWA-Weather_heat_202610171725001&info=20040323
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364893-en.html
- anchor: #n3425378

The Central Weather Administration issued a high-temperature advisory, saying Pingtung County will be under an orange alert around noon tomorrow (18), while Tainan City will be under a yellow alert. It advised the public to limit outdoor activities, use sun protection and stay hydrated.

Facts:
- 36-degree heat
- Tomorrow (18)

## High-temperature information (Pingtung County)

- Published: 2026-10-17T18:25:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
- Original: https://alerts.ncdr.nat.gov.tw/web/alerts/detail?id=CWA-Weather_heat_202610171725001&info=20040322
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4364892-en.html
- anchor: #n3425377
- Companies mentioned: 中央氣象署

中央氣象署 issued a high-temperature advisory for Pingtung County, where temperatures could reach 36 degrees around noon tomorrow (18), prompting an orange alert; Tainan City is under a yellow alert.

Facts:
- Tomorrow (18)
- 36-degree heat

## Water Outage (Hsinchu City)

- Published: 2026-10-17T17:20:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
- Original: https://alerts.ncdr.nat.gov.tw/web/alerts/detail?id=TWC_water_202610171620&info=20040319
- anchor: #n3425379
- Companies mentioned: 台電公司、台灣自來水公司

配合台電公司工程停電施工，台灣自來水公司將於新竹市北區及香山區部分區域辦理崧嶺路加壓站配電設備改善，導致停水。

Facts:
- H14612