# AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-19 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 5 of 7

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 453 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 187 items from 6 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## “Fumino Kimura Calendar 2027” to be released on Nov. 23 (Good Letter Day)! The theme is “Timeless Beauty”—the timeless beauty of Fumino Kimura in the final year of her 30s.

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000456.000129409.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370515-en.html
- anchor: #n3452076
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ワニブックス、六本木蔦屋書店

株式会社ワニブックス will release actress Fumino Kimura’s “Fumino Kimura Calendar 2027” on Nov. 23, 2026. The theme is “Timeless Beauty,” and a release event will also be held that day at 六本木蔦屋書店.

Facts:
- November 23, 2026
- 3,850 yen (tax included)
- Size: B5

## [LINEマンガ] Create a story of your own with works officially approved by their creators! AI story chat “byUs” launches

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000536.000063705.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370512-en.html
- anchor: #n3452075
- Companies mentioned: LINE Digital Frontier株式会社、LINEマンガ、NAVER WEBTOON、Sensor Tower

LINE Digital Frontier株式会社 has launched “byUs,” an AI story chat using works approved by their original authors, on its digital comics service LINEマンガ. On the Korean version, NAVER WEBTOON, users held a total of 14 million conversations in the first 10 weeks. The service has also had positive effects, including increased views of original works and growth in new users.

Facts:
- 14 million conversations in total
- 67%
- 105%
- June 2026
- 10 weeks

## Dynam sponsors the ISU Figure Skating Grand Prix Series

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000574.000013913.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370491-en.html
- anchor: #n3452074
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ダイナム、ISU、テレビ朝日

株式会社ダイナム announced that it will sponsor the first event of the ISU Figure Skating Grand Prix Series, held in France.

Facts:
- All 46 prefectures nationwide
- 380 stores
- Oct. 23–25, 2026

## シャノン begins offering email delivery tool “SHANON MAIL” for free

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000661.000002984.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370489-en.html
- anchor: #n3452073
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社シャノン、シャノン、SHANON Inc.

株式会社シャノンは、2026年10月からメール配信ツール「SHANON MAIL」の提供を開始する。初期費用・月額費用ともに0円で、送信先は3,000件まで、配信通数は無制限。法人向けBtoBマーケティングを想定しており、将来的に一部機能の有料化や料金体系の見直しを行う可能性がある。

Facts:
- From Oct. 2026
- Both the initial and monthly fees are 0 yen
- Up to 3,000 recipients can be registered
- We will notify you at least 30 days in advance
- 累計3,000社のBtoBマーケティング

## 【ホテル ユニバーサル ポート】一年に一度の特別な夜、サンタに会える宿泊プランを10月19日より販売開始！

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000664.000101028.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370485-en.html
- anchor: #n3452072
- Companies mentioned: オリックス・ホテルマネジメント株式会社、ホテル ユニバーサル ポート、ユニバーサル・スタジオ・ジャパン、ORIX HOTELS & RESORTS、トリップアドバイザー、楽天トラベル、じゃらん、JTB、ANA、JAL、Universal Studios

ユニバーサル・スタジオ・ジャパンのオフィシャルホテル「ホテル ユニバーサル ポート」は、2026年11月9日よりクリスマス限定宿泊プランの販売を開始する。12月24日にはサンタが部屋を訪れる特別プランやケーキ・食事のテイクアウトプランを提供し、12月25日にはレストランでサンタグリーティングを開催する。

Facts:
- Nov. 9, 2026–Dec. 25, 2026
- From 14,100 yen
- Limited to 18 rooms
- From 10,600 yen
- From ¥12,100
- Adults: ¥6,500
- 367 seats
- All 600 rooms

## 【本日10月19日開始】「魔法の世界」から生まれたスポーツを日本のメジャースポーツへ！大阪オーキニーズがクアッドボール普及に向けたクラウドファンディングをスタート

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000696.000019301.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370482-en.html
- anchor: #n3452071
- Companies mentioned: スポチュニティ株式会社、大阪オーキニーズ、Yahoo!ニュース、SmartNews、スポーツブル、NTTドコモ

スポチュニティ株式会社は、大阪オーキニーズのクアッドボール普及および全国大会挑戦に向けたクラウドファンディングプロジェクトを2026年10月19日に開始する。目標金額は80万円。

Facts:
- Launching from 12 p.m. on Monday, October 19, 2026
- Produced 5 players for Japan's national team at the World Cup
- Target amount: 800,000 yen

## [Sint-Truiden] Regarding the signing of a sponsorship agreement with Asiax株式会社

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000762.000042484.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370541-en.html
- anchor: #n3452070
- Companies mentioned: シント＝トロイデンVV、STVV、Asiax株式会社、合同会社DMM.com、FC東京、SLベンフィカ、アル・ラーヤンSC、V・ファーレン長崎、湘南ベルマーレ、サガン鳥栖、セレッソ大阪、鹿島アントラーズ、トッテナム・ホットスパーFC、UEFA

シント＝トロイデンVV（STVV）は、Asiax株式会社と2026-2027シーズンのコーポレートスポンサー契約を締結した。

Facts:
- 2026-2027 season
- Founded in 1924
- November 2017
- 2018
- 5 pillars
- 2025-26 season
- 3rd place
- 43 points
- 22 wins
- 5 draws
- 13 losses
- 61 goals scored
- 46 goals conceded
- Goal difference: 15

## “DocumentOn” addresses advertising regulations under the Specified Commercial Transactions Act

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000813.000036601.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370540-en.html
- anchor: #n3452069
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社LegalOn Technologies、DocumentOn、GovernOn

株式会社LegalOn Technologies began offering a review feature addressing advertising regulations under the Specified Commercial Transactions Act for its AI document review service “DocumentOn” on Oct. 15, 2026.

Facts:
- Available from Oct. 15, 2026
- More than 9,000 companies as of the end of July 2026
- Capital and other funds: ¥20.15 billion

## Enjoy the sweet-and-tart taste of Amaou strawberries and a chewy texture! “Strawberry Mochi [Bag]” launches!

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000834.000003467.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370538-en.html
- anchor: #n3452068
- Companies mentioned: チロルチョコ株式会社、松尾製菓

チロルチョコ株式会社 will launch “Strawberry Mochi [Bag],” filled with mochi gummy and strawberry sauce made with 100% Amaou strawberries, on Nov. 2, 2026. The price is 108 yen (tax included).

Facts:
- Made with 100% Amaou strawberries
- Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
- 1 bag (5 pieces): 108 yen (suggested retail price, tax included)
- The cumulative number of flavors exceeds 600

## スギ薬局グループ創業50周年！いちごづくしのバラエティパック「チロルチョコ〈いちごバラエティパック〉」発売

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000837.000003467.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370537-en.html
- anchor: #n3452067
- Companies mentioned: チロルチョコ株式会社、スギ薬局、スギ薬局グループ、松尾製菓

チロルチョコ株式会社 will release “Tirol-Choco Strawberry Variety Pack,” featuring 4 strawberry flavors, at Sugi Pharmacy stores nationwide from Nov. 2 to mark the 50th anniversary of スギ薬局グループ.

Facts:
- 50th anniversary of founding
- Starting Monday, Nov. 2
- 4 strawberry flavors
- 324 yen (suggested retail price, tax included)
- 16 pieces
- More than 600 flavors released to date

## log you releases new song “Hello Relens,” depicting the bittersweet feelings of falling in love

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000926.000017258.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370536-en.html
- anchor: #n3452066
- Companies mentioned: アソビシステム株式会社、アソビシステム、PEAK SPOT

Idol group log you has released its new song “Hello Relens” digitally and will hold its 1st anniversary concert at Zepp Shinjuku on Nov. 20.

Facts:
- 14th digital single
- Monday, Oct. 19, 2026
- 1st anniversary concert in November
- Held in June
- 1st solo concert
- Friday, Nov. 20
- Doors open at 17:00
- Show starts 18:00

## [Tokyo Game Dungeon 14] The release of the alternate-account labyrinth novel RPG “Haishin Shoujo no Uraaka Meikyu” has been confirmed! The “TGS2026 playable demo,” which was well received at Tokyo Game Show 2026, will be on display!

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000933.000001474.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370534-en.html
- anchor: #n3452065
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ジー・モード、ジー・モード、G-MODE Corporation、Re,AER LLC.、データイースト、Nintendo Switch™

株式会社ジー・モード will exhibit at the indie game showcase “Tokyo Game Dungeon 14,” taking place on Oct. 31, and will unveil the TGS2026 playable demo of “Haishin Shoujo no Uraaka Meikyu.” Special merchandise will also be sold at the booth.

Facts:
- October 31 (Saturday)
- Single item: 500 yen
- BOX: 3,500 yen
- 600 yen
- 2,000 yen each
- 7 types in total
- 14 designs in total
- 8 types in total

## ブラックのオリジナルバッグにチョコレートや焼き菓子を詰め合わせたセット！ゴディバ「2026 ブラックフライデー ハッピーバッグ」

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000957.000015355.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370532-en.html
- anchor: #n3452064
- Companies mentioned: ゴディバ ジャパン株式会社、ゴディバ

ゴディバ ジャパン株式会社 will sell the “2026 Black Friday Happy Bag,” a Black Friday-exclusive assortment of chocolates, in limited quantities starting Nov. 13, 2026.

Facts:
- From Friday, Nov. 13, 2026
- 4 types of Black Friday-exclusive sets
- Price: 3,780 yen
- Price: ¥5,400
- Price: 5,000 yen
- Price: 6,480 yen

## NAUTICA releases 2 new down jacket styles. On sale starting Oct. 23.

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000981.000002246.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370530-en.html
- anchor: #n3452063
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社デイトナ・インターナショナル、NAUTICA、FREAK'S STORE、ZOZOTOWN、RAKUTEN FASHION

2 down jacket styles from NAUTICA’s Fall/Winter 2026 collection go on sale starting Oct. 23.

Facts:
- Oct. 23, 2026
- ¥36,960 (tax included)
- ¥42,900 (tax included)

## YOLU’s first collaboration cafe opens for a limited time in Omotesando! New menus featuring a limited-edition “night parfait,” drinks and a hair mask are available!

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001039.000012002.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370528-en.html
- anchor: #n3452062
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Ｉ－ｎｅ、YOLU、MOSKA by GingerGarden、Ginger Garden

The first limited-time cafe from the YOLU brand, developed by 株式会社Ｉ－ｎｅ, will open at MOSKA by GingerGarden in Omotesando on Nov. 19, 2026. It will serve night parfaits, drinks and special menus featuring a hair mask.

Facts:
- November 19 (Thu.)–November 25 (Wed.), 2026
- 4,300 yen per person (tax included)
- Equivalent to 1,650 yen (tax included)
- Includes 1 hour and 30 minutes of free-flow tea

## Double bonus items featuring The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave! Double feature!! December issue of 任天堂 specialist magazine Nintendo Dream on sale

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001138.000016935.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370526-en.html
- anchor: #n3452061
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社徳間書店、任天堂、アンビット、レベルファイブ

The December 2026 issue of 任天堂 specialist magazine Nintendo Dream goes on sale on Oct. 21. This issue features The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave, with bonus items for both, and includes a schedule book and a B2 poster as special supplements. The price is 1,280 yen (tax included).

Facts:
- On sale October 21
- May 17, 1449
- Special price: 1,280 yen
- 10% tax included
- With more than 6,000 people gathered
- Celebrating 1 million copies sold

## Nintendo Switch™ game “Astria no Zaika” launches on March 25, 2027 (Thu.), with preorders now open! Details on the main cast, retailer-specific bonuses and product information have also been revealed!

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001201.000021592.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370524-en.html
- anchor: #n3452060
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エディア、任天堂、株式会社ティームエンタテインメント、MintLip+、MintLip

株式会社エディア has announced that its new otome game “Astria no Zaika” for Nintendo Switch will launch on March 25, 2027, with preorders now open. Details on the main cast, retailer-specific bonuses and product information have also been revealed.

Facts:
- March 25, 2027
- 8,580 yen
- 14,080 yen

## GiGO-exclusive prizes and “Stella Sora-yaki” are coming! Announcement of the “Stella Sora × GiGO Campaign”

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001214.000034930.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370522-en.html
- anchor: #n3452059
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社GENDA GiGO Entertainment、GiGO、株式会社Yostar、Yostar, Inc.

株式会社GENDA GiGO Entertainment will hold a collaboration campaign with Yostar’s smartphone app “Stella Sora” at GiGO Group locations nationwide and online starting Oct. 31, 2026. Limited-edition prizes will be offered and “Stella Sora-yaki” will be sold during the campaign.

Facts:
- Oct. 31, 2026
- Nov. 29, 2026
- 500 yen
- 650 yen
- 500SP

## [BIRTHDAY BAR] The 2nd collaboration with popular illustrator “norahi”! Limited-edition items to brighten the holiday season are here!

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001217.000011430.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370520-en.html
- anchor: #n3452058
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社パルグループホールディングス、株式会社ナイスクラップ、BIRTHDAY BAR、PAL CLOSET、ZOZOTOWN、Rakuten Fashion

The gift select shop BIRTHDAY BAR, operated by 株式会社ナイスクラップ, will release holiday-exclusive items from its 2nd collaboration with popular illustrator norahi on Dec. 3. Advance preorders open on Oct. 22 on PAL CLOSET, ZOZOTOWN and Rakuten Fashion.

Facts:
- Starting Thursday, Dec. 3
- Starting around late November
- Oct. 22 (Thu.)
- 4,950 yen
- ¥3,850
- 2,640 yen
- ¥2,860
- 3,410 yen
- 1,404 yen
- 1,512 yen

## AZUL BY MOUSSY launches its first collaboration with Betty Boop™ on Tuesday, Nov. 3, a public holiday!

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001223.000014511.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370516-en.html
- anchor: #n3452057
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社バロックジャパンリミテッド、AZUL BY MOUSSY、SHEL’TTER、Betty Boop™

AZUL BY MOUSSY, operated by 株式会社バロックジャパンリミテッド, will release its first collaboration items with fashion icon Betty Boop™ on Nov. 3.

Facts:
- Nov. 3 (Tue., holiday)
- 12:00 on Monday, Oct. 19, 2026
- The lineup includes 3 WOMEN’S styles and 4 accessories
- PRICE: ¥14,990
- PRICE: ¥7,500
- PRICE: ¥6,990
- PRICE: ¥1,300
- PRICE: ¥2,300
- PRICE: ¥3,500
- PRICE: ¥3,990

## Popular ramen shops known for their long lines gather in Takasaki! “Takasaki Ramen Festival 2027” announced: 20 shops compete over 2 weeks, with celebrated shops rotating weekly for visitors to compare their ultimate bowls

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001290.000009198.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370514-en.html
- anchor: #n3452056
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ＣＳ日本、高崎スゴウマ！ラーメン大集合2027実行委員会、二代目！ラーメンD 伊達一平

高崎スゴウマ！ラーメン大集合2027実行委員会は、群馬県高崎市のもてなし広場で2027年2月に「高崎ラーメン祭2027」を開催すると発表した。2週間にわたり延べ20店舗が週替わりで出店し、入場は無料だがラーメン1杯の料金は1,100円（税込）。

Facts:
- 2027
- 2 weeks
- 20 stores
- 1,100 yen

## TikTok LIVE’s popular event “LIVE FANDOM+” collaborates with the film “Godzilla-0.0”! Launching Oct. 26

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001358.000030435.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370511-en.html
- anchor: #n3452055
- Companies mentioned: TikTok、Bytedance株式会社

TikTok will hold the LIVE event “LIVE FANDOM+ 2026 Oct/Nov feat. Godzilla-0.0,” in collaboration with the film “Godzilla-0.0,” starting Oct. 26, 2026.

Facts:
- Oct. 26, 2026
- 7 days
- Age 18 or older

## [Oct. 19 is Overseas Travel Day] “SOU＋YOU,” the world’s soup protein, now comes in 9 varieties! A giveaway campaign lets you shop your way to a travel mood

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002061.000025284.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370508-en.html
- anchor: #n3452054
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ウエニ貿易、JTB、MY ROUTINE ONLINE SHOP、MY ROUTINE 楽天市場店、MY ROUTINE Amazon店

株式会社ウエニ貿易 will hold a giveaway campaign from Oct. 19 to Dec. 31 to celebrate the expansion of its soup protein “SOU＋YOU” lineup to 9 varieties.

Facts:
- 9 types in total
- For 22 guests
- 10,000 yen worth
- 20 g or more of protein
- 23 beauty ingredients
- 420 g
- 3,400 yen

## Lifestyle brand RofJ BY JUMP SHOP, created by JUMP SHOP, opens its first location in Sapporo, Hokkaido! A limited-time store opens at 札幌PARCO starting Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026!

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002244.000022901.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370507-en.html
- anchor: #n3452053
- Companies mentioned: ベネリック株式会社、JUMP SHOP、RofJ BY JUMP SHOP、集英社、週刊少年ジャンプ、DRAGON BALL、銀魂、NARUTO-ナルト-、ONE PIECE、HUNTER×HUNTER、札幌PARCO、RofJ BY JUMP SHOP POP UP SHOP in SHIBUYA、RAYARD MIYASHITA PARK、RofJ BY JUMP SHOP POP UP SHOP in SHINSAIBASHI、心斎橋PARCO

RofJ BY JUMP SHOP, the lifestyle brand of JUMP SHOP operated by ベネリック株式会社, will open a limited-time pop-up shop at 札幌PARCO starting October 31, 2026.

Facts:
- Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
- Sunday, Nov. 29
- 2,970 yen each (tax included)
- Complete set / ¥11,880 (tax included)
- ¥24,200 each (tax included)

## 【新潟医療福祉大学】High school-university partnership workshop to be held on Nov. 2 (Monday): “What are the outcomes of inquiry-based learning?”—How should high schools assess inquiry-based learning and connect it to learning and research at universities?

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002267.000032951.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370506-en.html
- anchor: #n3452052
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NSGホールディングス、NSGグループ、新潟医療福祉大学、芝浦工業大学柏中学高等学校、神山まるごと高等専門学校、新潟県立新発田高等学校

新潟医療福祉大学は2026年11月2日、高等学校の探究学習評価と大学での学びへの接続をテーマとした高大接続研修会をオンラインで開催する。芝浦工業大学柏中学高等学校、神山まるごと高等専門学校、新潟県立新発田高等学校の3校が登壇し、探究の成果や評価方法について議論する。参加費は無料。

Facts:
- Monday, Nov. 2, 2026
- 12:30～14:30
- 3 schools to take part
- A corporate group comprising 101 entities

## The guest on “Yoshio Inoue by MYSELF” on Sunday, October 25, is Kenji Urai!

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002312.000003392.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370505-en.html
- anchor: #n3452051
- Companies mentioned: TBSラジオ、radiko

“Yoshio Inoue by MYSELF” will air live on TBSラジオ from 22:00 on Sunday, October 25, with Kenji Urai as a guest of host Yoshio Inoue.

Facts:
- Oct. 25
- 22:00
- Oct. 25, 2026
- 22:00〜22:30

## Sold out immediately within 1 month of its launch! TBSラジオ and SANGEAN collaboration radio to go back on sale in limited quantities from 10/19.

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002320.000003392.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370504-en.html
- anchor: #n3452050
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ＴＢＳラジオ、TBSラジオ、SANGEAN、サンジーン

TBSラジオ began selling a limited number of its “Wide FM Radio & Bluetooth Speaker,” a collaboration model with SANGEAN for the station’s 75th anniversary, again at noon on October 19.

Facts:
- 75th anniversary of its launch
- Today, Monday, October 19
- Sales were originally scheduled to begin on Tuesday, September 1
- Price: 15,000 yen (tax included)
- Resale start: October 19, 2026, from 12:00 noon
- Expected delivery: around late February to early March 2027
- With more than 50 years in business
- Popular model “WR-301”
- Marker at the FM90.5MHz position

## 【そごう大宮店】旨かもん、甘かもん、みんなカモン！ そごう大宮店「九州物産展」が12年ぶりに復活

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002525.000031382.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370503-en.html
- anchor: #n3452049
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社そごう・西武、そごう大宮店、拉麺久留米 本田商店、博多とりかわ大臣、岩崎本舗、カイロ堂、かさの家、COCO GELATO、南国プリン、オスピターレ、オッティモ、長崎工芸、べっ甲茨布ブレスレット美の匠ガラス工房弟子丸、喜多つげ製作所、べっぷ竹細工もりぐち

そごう大宮店では2026年10月21日から27日まで、12年ぶりに「九州物産展」が開催される。豚骨ラーメンや佐賀牛などのグルメ、長崎カステラなどのスイーツ、薩摩切子などの工芸品が販売され、エイサーおどりのパフォーマンスも行われる。

Facts:
- 12年ぶりの復活
- 2026年10月21日（水）～27日（火）
- 7 days
- 1,760 yen
- ¥1,836 each
- 2,951 yen
- ¥2,322
- ¥901 each
- Limited to 30 packs each day
- ¥660
- 1,100 yen
- 481 yen
- Limited to 200 pieces each day
- ¥295

## Japan’s largest market for reptiles and unusual plants is launching! The Reptiles Fever × Hentai Shokubutsu Club FES collaboration will bring a huge celebration of “passion culture” to Osaka.

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002844.000020945.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370501-en.html
- anchor: #n3452048
- Companies mentioned: テレビ大阪株式会社、テレビ大阪、動物博実行委員会、九州爬虫類フェス、一般財団法人大阪国際経済振興センター

A collaboration event between “Reptiles Fever” and “Hentai Shokubutsu Club FES,” organized by テレビ大阪, will be held at Intex Osaka in February 2027. Around 300 shops will gather at the approximately 10,000-square-meter venue, selling and exhibiting reptiles and unusual plants.

Facts:
- Approx. 10,000 m²
- Around 300 shops
- More than 300,000 visitors in total
- Around 80 plant shops
- Advance tickets: adults ¥1,200
- Tickets at the door: adults ¥1,400
- 会期：2027年2月20日(土)・21日(日)

## May TARAKO’s thoughts reach many people. TARAKO collection “Untouched Sky ~Little Wing~” set for the stage, produced by WAKUプロデュース

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003953.000013972.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370500-en.html
- anchor: #n3452047
- Companies mentioned: ロングランプランニング株式会社、WAKUプロデュース、カンフェティ、劇団S.W.A.T ！

WAKUプロデュース has announced that TARAKO’s collection “Untouched Sky ~Little Wing~” will be staged at Akasaka Red Theater starting December 9, 2026. Tickets are scheduled to go on sale through カンフェティ.

Facts:
- Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2026
- Sunday, Dec. 13, 2026
- October 25, 2026 (Sunday)
- 5,500 yen (tax included)

## 【Announcement】A story about the construction of the “Battleship Musashi” comes to the stage with a star-studded cast—reading play “4/63” set for January 2027 at Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi Theater!

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003963.000013972.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370499-en.html
- anchor: #n3452046
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社七十八、カンフェティ、ロングランプランニング株式会社、axing the ceo、長崎三菱造船所、キノブックス、夕張国際ファンタスティック映画祭、劇団EXILE、東京都交響楽団

The reading play “4/63” is set to be staged at Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi Theater in January 2027. The production, featuring a star-studded cast, centers on a story about the construction of the Battleship Musashi.

Facts:
- 2027年1月8日(金)〜1月11日(月・祝)
- Scheduled to go on sale October 31, 2026, at 12:00
- ¥8,500 (S seat / tax included)
- ¥7,500 (general seat / tax included)
- ¥10,500 (S seat with script / tax included)
- ¥12,500 (S seat with script and program / tax included)
- ¥9,500 (general seat with script / tax included)
- ¥11,500 (general seat with script and program / tax included)
- Began working in entertainment in 2002.
- Was active as a member of 劇団EXILE until 2024
- Began producing theater in 2023.
- Wrote, directed and produced 13 stage plays and reading plays over 3 years.

## Author Haruki Murakami humorously responds to a listener’s question on the 93rd edition of his radio show: “Murakami Radio: My Favorite Songs & Listener Messages 6”

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003975.000004829.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370498-en.html
- anchor: #n3452045
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エフエム東京、TOKYO FM、JFN、DNP大日本印刷

The 93rd edition of “Murakami Radio,” hosted by author Haruki Murakami, will air on TOKYO FM and 38 JFN stations nationwide at 19:00 on October 25, 2026. It will feature the 6th installment of “My Favorite Songs & Listener Messages,” a segment responding to messages from listeners.

Facts:
- 93rd meeting
- Oct. 25, 2026
- 19:00
- JFN’s 38 stations nationwide
- 6th installment

## Fashion subscription service AnotherADdress launches new appointment-only “Choose Your Fashion Consultation” service at Toranomon Hills

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004016.000025003.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370497-en.html
- anchor: #n3452044
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 大丸松坂屋百貨店、AnotherADdress、森ビル株式会社

AnotherADdress, a fashion subscription service operated by Daimaru Matsuzakaya Department Stores, will launch an appointment-only “Choose Your Fashion Consultation” service at Toranomon Hills on October 20, 2026.

Facts:
- Starting Tuesday, October 20, 2026
- 3 menus
- Each consultation lasts 45 minutes
- Price: ¥7,700 (tax included)

## Shinji Takeda reveals why he has more time with his family—the surprising reason was commuting by train! Former lawmaker Kensuke Miyazaki explains how he gets his wife’s permission to go out drinking. Former AKB member Tomomi Kasai reveals how she lost about 30 kilograms!

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004126.000064643.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370496-en.html
- anchor: #n3452043
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社AbemaTV、ABEMA、AKB48

AbemaTV aired episode #8 of “Himitsu no Mamaen 3” on October 18, 2026. Shinji Takeda shared how commuting by train helped him make time for his family, while Kensuke Miyazaki revealed his approach to persuading his wife to let him go out drinking. Tomomi Kasai also revealed her “5W1H Diet,” through which she lost about 30 kilograms after giving birth. The program also featured a segment following a mother who is president of a seafood company.

Facts:
- From 9 p.m. on Sunday, October 18, 2026
- Total views have surpassed 220 million
- Weight increased to 75 kg
- About 30 kg of weight loss
- A giant live-fish truck worth more than ¥20 million

## SNIDEL launches a collaboration with LA-based lifestyle brand Juicy Couture! A glamorous collection adorned with glitter and rhinestones goes on sale Thursday, October 22.

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004527.000018505.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370495-en.html
- anchor: #n3452042
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社マッシュホールディングス、株式会社マッシュスタイルラボ、SNIDEL、Juicy Couture、USAGI ONLINE、MASH STORE

株式会社マッシュスタイルラボ’s womenswear brand SNIDEL will launch a collaboration collection with LA-born lifestyle brand Juicy Couture on October 22.

Facts:
- 10:00に
- Monday, Oct. 19
- Oct. 22 (Thu.)
- ¥7,920
- ¥9,900
- ¥13,200
- ¥17,930
- ¥14,960
- ¥8,800
- ￥15,950
- ￥16,940
- ¥18,920
- ¥25,960
- ¥29,920
- ¥7,700
- \7,920

## A seminar titled “Biosignal Technology and Business Prospects 2030,” led by Takeshi Oshiro, Deputy Director of the Advanced Technology Lab at 株式会社日本総合研究所, will be held on Wednesday, November 25, 2026!!

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004767.000032407.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370494-en.html
- anchor: #n3452041
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社 新社会システム総合研究所、株式会社日本総合研究所、SSK

株式会社新社会システム総合研究所 will hold a seminar titled “Biosignal Technology and Business Prospects 2030,” led by Takeshi Oshiro of 株式会社日本総合研究所, on November 25, 2026.

Facts:
- 2030
- 5 future societies

## Collaboration underway between “Sweet Home Maid” and the idle RPG “STELLAR IDOL PROJECT”!

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006559.000032953.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370493-en.html
- anchor: #n3452040
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社EXNOA、DMM GAMES、Google LLC、EXNOA LLC

The collaboration event “Stellar Story Memories” between “STELLAR IDOL PROJECT,” operated by 合同会社EXNOA, and “Sweet Home Maid” is underway from October 19, 2026. Limited-edition idols, music, and interior items will be available through November 2, 2026.

Facts:
- Starting Oct. 19, 2026 (Monday)
- Monday, November 2, 2026, 23:59
- For 45 seconds from the start of the live stream
- You can also try it free for 3 days

## “AMNIBUS” to exhibit at “Animate Girls Festival 2026”! A wide range of newly illustrated merchandise from the TV anime “Medalist” will be sold in advance!

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009705.000016064.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370492-en.html
- anchor: #n3452039
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アルマビアンカ、株式会社arma bianca、講談社、AMNIBUS

株式会社アルマビアンカ will exhibit at “Animate Girls Festival 2026,” taking place November 7–8, 2026, with an “AMNIBUS” booth and will sell newly illustrated merchandise from the TV anime “Medalist” in advance.

Facts:
- Saturday, November 7, 2026–Sunday, November 8, 2026
- Single item: ¥600 (tax included)
- Box: ¥6,000 (tax included)
- Single item: ¥300 (tax included)
- Box: 3,600 yen (tax included)
- Single item: 700 yen (tax included)
- Box: 8,400 yen (tax included)
- Price: ¥2,000 each (tax included)
- Price: 3,300 yen each (tax included)
- Price: 1,100 yen each (tax included)
- Price: 1,500 yen each (tax included)
- For every ¥2,000 (tax included) spent

## First in Japan for a paper carton: “Yashinomi Detergent Paper Carton” receives national certification for plastic product design

- Published: 2026-10-19T11:58:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000200.000056238.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370373-en.html
- anchor: #n3451994
- Companies mentioned: サラヤ株式会社、経済産業省

サラヤ株式会社の「ヤシノミ洗剤 1400mL 詰替」が、紙パック容器として国内初となる経済産業省のプラスチック使用製品設計認定を取得。プラスチック使用量を34％削減し、FSC認証紙を採用。

Facts:
- Yashinomi Detergent 1400mL Refill
- Effective September 30, 2026
- Reduces plastic use by 34%
- Yashinomi Detergent 1500mL Refill Pouch
- Launched in 1971
- In 1982
- Since 2004
- 1% of sales of eligible products (manufacturer shipments)

## 絵画を始めて1年半、国際アワード二冠を達成。『MAKE EARTH.』SHOTA TAKAYANAGI™

- Published: 2026-10-19T11:56:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000145352.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370374-en.html
- anchor: #n3451995
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Club50、富士フイルムビジネスイノベーション株式会社、文唱堂印刷株式会社

SHOTA TAKAYANAGI™’s art book “MAKE EARTH.,” planned and produced by 株式会社Club50, won gold at the “Asian Print Awards 2026,” held in Shanghai, China, in October 2026, and also took first place at “Innovation Print Awards 2026 Asia-Pacific & Japan,” hosted by Fujifilm Business Innovation in September of the same year.

Facts:
- On Oct. 15, 2026
- Announced in September 2026
- In about 1 and a half years

## RECORE to exhibit at “Reuse×Tech Conference for 2027” and speak at 2 seminars on the growth of the reuse business and transaction security

- Published: 2026-10-19T11:56:15+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000099.000038267.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370376-en.html
- anchor: #n3451996
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社RECORE、KYCコンサルティング株式会社

株式会社RECORE will exhibit at “Reuse×Tech Conference for 2027,” taking place October 20 and 21, 2026, and speak at 2 seminars on the growth of the reuse business and transaction security.

Facts:
- October 20, 2026 (Tuesday)
- Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026
- More than 500 companies have adopted the system
- More than 1,800 stores nationwide have adopted the system

## Right Brothers to launch corporate training program simulating M&A decision-making on November 1

- Published: 2026-10-19T11:55:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000034.000080445.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370377-en.html
- anchor: #n3451997
- Companies mentioned: Right Brothers株式会社、株式会社エンタケア研究所

Right Brothers株式会社 will launch a corporate training program on November 1, 2026, using “M&A Management Board: Food Service Industry Edition,” a board game co-developed with エンタケア研究所. The program is designed for training young employees at M&A brokerage firms and for student recruitment internships. A special trial event for prospective participants will be held on October 29.

Facts:
- Launching on Sunday, November 1, 2026
- On Thursday, October 29, 2026
- Capacity: first 8 applicants
- 基本料金 ：1セット132,000円
- An experiential event for 20 students graduating in 2028

## “Tabemonogatari Hiroba,” an interactive event where parents and children learn about the importance of food, draws more than 16,000 visitors over 2 days

- Published: 2026-10-19T11:51:32+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000130.000005511.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370379-en.html
- anchor: #n3451998
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社トラストリッジ、macaroni、ELEMINIST、つの食品、BOSCO、日本航空、フォンテラジャパン、テーブルマーク、新宿中村屋、東急パワーサプライ、象印マホービン、ハウス食品グループ、カルビーポテト、ココウェル、帝人フロンティア、旭化成アドバンス株式会社、TAフロンティア株式会社、藤田金属、アルテミラ、森永乳業、MIYOSI、ソダテコ、名古屋テレビ放送株式会社

The media outlets “macaroni” and “ELEMINIST,” operated by 株式会社トラストリッジ, jointly held the event “Tabemonogatari Hiroba” at Futako-Tamagawa Rise Galleria on September 5 and 6, 2026, drawing more than 16,000 visitors. The event received high ratings, including a satisfaction score of 92.8%, and the next event has been scheduled for March 22, 2027.

Facts:
- More than 16,000 visitors in total over 2 days
- 92.8% satisfaction
- 93.2% would recommend it to family and friends
- 15 companies supporting food and daily life exhibited

## “What kind of work would you like to do in the future?” Food photographer who switched careers from a food company featured in Suginami Ward’s career guidebook for elementary and junior high school students, “Local Jobs Guidebook DX”

- Published: 2026-10-19T11:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000180798.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370384-en.html
- anchor: #n3452003
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Light & Green、おしごとはくぶつかん

Shoko Ota, representative director of 株式会社Light & Green, has been featured as a food photographer in “Local Jobs Guidebook DX,” a career education resource for elementary and junior high school students in Suginami Ward. Ota changed careers after working at a food company and explains how combining around 10 years of experience with photography skills led to her current profession, as well as the photography process and the significance of her work.

Facts:
- A nationwide food photography network of around 140 people
- The 2026 edition features more than 107 companies and organizations
- Worked at a food trading company for around 10 years

## Launch of the “Footrest Bar NEO” for the NEOPLOT Civic Type R (FL5)

- Published: 2026-10-19T11:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000076.000108902.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370383-en.html
- anchor: #n3452002
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プロト、NEOPLOT、ホンダ、PEVシリーズ、MORBIDELLI、BENDA、ZERO ENGINEERING、エフェックス、ZDCシリーズ、スウェッジライン

株式会社プロトは、ホンダ シビック タイプR(FL5)用のNEOPLOTフットレストバーNEOおよびペダル類を発売開始した。

Facts:
- Price (tax included): 13,200 yen
- Bar width: 90mm
- Price (tax included): 19,800 yen
- Price (tax included): 14,300 yen
- Founded in April 1981

## [circusAGENT] Wins High Performer in the Job Database category at “ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall”

- Published: 2026-10-19T11:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000097.000050165.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370382-en.html
- anchor: #n3452001
- Companies mentioned: circus株式会社、アイティクラウド株式会社

“circusAGENT,” operated by circus株式会社, has won High Performer in the Job Database category at ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall.

Facts:
- Approximately 164,000 cases
- Approximately 1,900 companies
- 162,098 cases

## “For storage, leave it to Kase”: 株式会社加瀬倉庫 and prepaid coin parking operator デイパーク株式会社 launch business partnership to create synergies

- Published: 2026-10-19T11:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000134.000056757.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370381-en.html
- anchor: #n3452000
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社加瀬ホールディングス、株式会社加瀬倉庫、デイパーク株式会社

株式会社加瀬倉庫 and デイパーク株式会社 have launched a business partnership to make effective use of land through joint operations combining their self-storage and prepaid coin parking businesses.

Facts:
- Capital: 30 million yen

## [ジョルジオ アルマーニ] Launch of “DREAMS OF THE DUNE,” the 3rd chapter of its collaboration with KITH; limited-time pop-in at the ジョルジオ アルマーニ Omotesando store

- Published: 2026-10-19T11:50:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000775.000072701.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370380-en.html
- anchor: #n3451999
- Companies mentioned: ジョルジオ アルマーニ、KITH、Diemme、'47、ジョルジオ アルマーニ ジャパン 株式会社、ニューヨーク・ヤンキース

ジョルジオ アルマーニ is holding a limited-time pop-in at its Omotesando store through Nov. 6 to mark “DREAMS OF THE DUNE,” the 3rd chapter of its collaboration with KITH.

Facts:
- Released on Friday, Oct. 16
- On view through Friday, Nov. 6
- The 2 collections to date
- 2 styles: “Stefano” and “Winchester Mid”

## [Dior] Celebrities wearing Dior at the 21st Rome Film Festival

- Published: 2026-10-19T11:49:18+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003157.000008795.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370385-en.html
- anchor: #n3452004
- Companies mentioned: クリスチャン・ディオール合同会社、Dior、クリスチャン ディオール

On Oct. 17 and 18, 2026, Camille Cottin, Deva Cassel and Vittoria Puccini appeared on the red carpet wearing Dior at the 21st Rome International Film Festival.

Facts:
- 21st edition
- Oct. 17 and 18, 2026

## Librus株式会社 publishes insight report, “What are the differences between the SCS assessment system and ISMS? Why companies that have already obtained certification also need to take action”

- Published: 2026-10-19T11:47:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000072.000053960.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370386-en.html
- anchor: #n3452005
- Companies mentioned: Librus株式会社

Librus株式会社 has published an insight report explaining the differences between the SCS assessment system and ISMS, and why companies that have already obtained certification also need to take action.

## [Dior] Celebrities wearing ディオール at the Academy Museum Gala

- Published: 2026-10-19T11:47:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003156.000008795.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370387-en.html
- anchor: #n3452006
- Companies mentioned: クリスチャン・ディオール合同会社、Dior、ディオール、クリスチャン ディオール、ディオール ビューティー、ディオール ファイン ジュエリー、ディオール メダリオン

Celebrities including Taylor Swift and Greta Lee wore ディオール at the Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles on Oct. 17, 2026.

Facts:
- Oct. 17, 2026
- Fall/Winter 2026-2027

## “How do you build a beloved brand in an era without right answers?” — 米永 さら沙, executive officer at Muture, to speak at “Jam Studio No. 4,” hosted by Studio

- Published: 2026-10-19T11:45:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000156524.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370388-en.html
- anchor: #n3452007
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Muture、Studio株式会社、グッドパッチ、丸井グループ

米永さら沙, executive officer at 株式会社Muture, will speak at the talk event “Jam Studio No. 4,” hosted by Studio株式会社 on Oct. 29, 2026, sharing her views on “building a beloved brand in an era without right answers.”

Facts:
- Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026
- 19:00〜21:30
- Participation fee: Free
- In 2022,

## A new-series launch campaign featuring coin giveaways is also underway! The legendary archmage betrayed by his beloved disciple retires?! “The Great Archmage Enjoys a Leisurely Life in the Countryside” begins serialization on マンガPark from Oct. 18!

- Published: 2026-10-13T15:42:55+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002487.000046848.html
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370833-en.html
- anchor: #n3452152
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社白泉社、白泉社、マンガPark、App Store、GooglePlay

The new manga “The Great Archmage Enjoys a Leisurely Life in the Countryside” begins serialization on マンガPark, operated by 株式会社白泉社, from Oct. 18. A reading challenge campaign is being held to mark the launch, distributing 5 bonus coins.

Facts:
- 10/18
- 5 Bonus Coins
- 10/24

## Prime Minister Takaichi to make offering, likely skip visit during Yasukuni Shrine’s autumn festival

- Published: 2026-10-19T14:50:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610190111.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4372414-en.html
- anchor: #n3453076
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、日本共同社、自民黨

During Yasukuni Shrine’s autumn festival, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi made a private offering of tamagushi (sacred branches) through 自民黨 General Council Chairman Hiroshi Kajiyama and has also offered a sakaki tree arrangement, but is leaning toward not visiting in person. Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Minister Noritsune Ibari and 自民黨 lawmaker Yasutoshi Nishimura visited the shrine.

Facts:
- During the festival, which runs through the 19th
- Sanae Takaichi on the 17th, via
- During this year’s spring festival in April
- Last year’s autumn festival in October
- Japan’s Aug. 15 anniversary of its defeat in World War II

## Spent NT$30,000 online on fake credentials; Pingtung fake teacher sentenced to 2 years

- Published: 2026-10-19T14:48:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610190110.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4372415-en.html
- anchor: #n3453077
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、輔仁大學、衛生福利部、教育部、屏東地方法院

姜姓男子為取得教職，花3萬元網購並偽造輔仁大學學位證書及教師證書等文件，在多所學校任教超過6年，經屏東地方法院審理，依偽造公印文罪、偽造特種文書罪判處有期徒刑2年。

Facts:
- Spent NT$30,000
- Taught for more than 6 years
- Sentenced to 2 years in prison
- Employed for just 45 days
- 得易科罰金1天1000元

## Hornet nest found at family grave; 6 stung while preparing to relocate ancestors’ remains

- Published: 2026-10-19T14:46:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610190109.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4372418-en.html
- anchor: #n3453078
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、大千醫院、衛福部苗栗醫院

A huge hornet nest was found at a family grave in Touwu Township, Miaoli County. A swarm attacked 6 people who were inspecting arrangements to relocate their ancestors’ remains, and 5 were taken to hospital for treatment.

Facts:
- 6 people
- 5 people taken to 2 hospitals for treatment
- Another 1 person drove to seek medical care
- A 52-year-old man surnamed Chang

## NCC chair nominee’s 民進黨 membership raises questions; Yuan Hsiu-hui: I will act professionally

- Published: 2026-10-19T14:44:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610190108.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4372417-en.html
- anchor: #n3453079
- Companies mentioned: NCC、國家通訊傳播委員會、立法院、行政院、長慧法律事務所、台北市婦女新知協會、全國律師聯合會、台北市政府法務局、中央社

立法院 reviewed the list of NCC commissioner nominees. Chair nominee Yuan Hsiu-hui faced questions about her political neutrality because she is a member of 民進黨. She pledged to act professionally and not put party affiliation first; the other 6 commissioners are unaffiliated.

Facts:
- 7 commissioners nominated
- 袁秀慧、蕭蘋及王怡惠3人任期至119年7月31日止
- The other 4 will serve through July 31, 117
- The other 6 are all unaffiliated

## Wei Ping-cheng: Poll numbers improving; Chen Su-yueh: criticism is a motivation to keep moving forward

- Published: 2026-10-19T14:35:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610190107.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4372344-en.html
- anchor: #n3453053
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中央通訊社

Wei Ping-cheng, the Kuomintang’s Changhua County mayoral candidate, said his poll numbers were improving and proposed a policy to increase the population. The camp of Democratic Progressive Party candidate Chen Su-yueh said the polls were motivation to move forward, while independent candidate Chiu Chien-fu called for a county policy debate.

Facts:
- Extended to age 6
- 10,000 points per year
- Children aged 0 to 6
- 超過4成鄉親

## Jia 45 rural road opens, easing travel for residents of Lucao, Puzi and Yizhu

- Published: 2026-10-19T14:33:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610190106.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4372345-en.html
- anchor: #n3453054
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、故宮南院、嘉義長庚醫院、高鐵嘉義站

The section of Jia 45 rural road serving the later phase of the Machouhou Industrial Park in Chiayi County has opened, cutting travel times for residents of Lucao, Puzi, Yizhu and Budai to the county government district and Provincial Highway 82. County Magistrate Weng Chang-liang said the later phase covers about 343.8 hectares, with 95 companies having bought land and moved in.

Facts:
- Widened to 24 meters
- Development area of about 343.8 hectares
- 95 companies have bought land and moved in
- 7 companies have already obtained factory registration and are operating
- Another 43 companies have obtained construction permits
- About 430 hectares combined for the first and later phases

## Amendment to Elderly Welfare Act affects 130,000 people; subsidies for dentures, artificial lenses and heart stents at risk

- Published: 2026-10-19T14:31:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610190105.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4372301-en.html
- anchor: #n3453048

An opposition-proposed amendment to Article 22 of the Elderly Welfare Act passed its third reading, removing the basis for subsidies for medical items not covered by National Health Insurance. The Ministry of Health and Welfare estimates that at least 130,000 low- and middle-income seniors will be affected, with budget allocations for subsidies for dentures, artificial lenses and heart stents also impacted.

Facts:
- At least 130,000 low- and middle-income seniors affected
- About 83% of people aged 65 and older
- About 55,000 low-income elderly people at the end of 2025
- More than 84,000 elderly people in low- and middle-income households

## US media: Thailand opened its doors to Chinese electric vehicles and is now paying the price

- Published: 2026-10-19T14:30:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610190104.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4372302-en.html
- anchor: #n3453049
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、紐約時報、比亞迪、美國通用汽車、GM、長城汽車、速霸陸、鈴木、日產、本田、庫卡、Kuka

美媒《紐約時報》報導指出，泰國向中國電動車敞開大門後，中國車市占率暴增至85%，導致日本車企受挫、供應鏈面臨威脅及潛在失業危機，泰國政府現正試圖透過稅制改革與政策審查來應對此局面。

Facts:
- Chinese electric vehicles’ market share surged from nearly zero to 85% in 4 years
- An area equivalent to 180 soccer fields
- About 30 kilometers south of the plant
- A supply chain employing about 700,000 Thai workers
- Thailand could lose 300,000 jobs over the next 5 years

## Elderly Welfare Act amendment sparks controversy; 民進黨 caucus: Executive Yuan should not accept it wholesale

- Published: 2026-10-19T14:27:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610190103.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4372303-en.html
- anchor: #n3453050

立法院 passed an amendment to Article 22 of the Elderly Welfare Act in its third reading, requiring the central government to subsidize health insurance premiums for disadvantaged seniors. 民進黨 caucus whip Chuang Jui-hsiung, secretary-general Fan Yun and others criticized the amendment for failing to clarify its funding source, warning it could add NT$40 billion in annual spending and squeeze other social welfare budgets. They urged the Executive Yuan to respond within legal and constitutional bounds and not accept the measure wholesale.

Facts:
- Article 22 of the Senior Citizens Welfare Act
- Personal income tax rate below 20%
- An additional NT$40 billion per year

## Tung Tzu-wei proposes NT$600 TPASS subsidy; 民進黨 youth volunteer group backs him

- Published: 2026-10-19T14:25:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610190102.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4372304-en.html
- anchor: #n3453051
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、民進黨、國道客運

Tung Tzu-wei, 民進黨’s Keelung mayoral candidate, proposed a NT$600 TPASS commuting subsidy and received backing from 民進黨’s youth volunteer group. He also plans to work with bus operators to improve transportation.

Facts:
- NT$600 TPASS commuting subsidy
- About 100,000 to 120,000 commuters in Keelung
- Keelung’s 7 administrative districts

## Market funds tight; Peng Jin-long: Banks’ funding squeeze is a distribution issue, not a shortage

- Published: 2026-10-19T14:25:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610190101.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4372341-en.html
- anchor: #n3453052
- Companies mentioned: 金管會、央行、中央存保、證交所、期交所、集保、銀行公會、聯徵中心

金管會主委彭金隆表示台灣整體資金並未缺乏，銀行資金緊俏屬分配問題，涉及LCR及資本適足率等複雜因素；國銀放款餘額近50兆元、存款約67兆元。針對美債「疊券」議題，自律規範預計今年底上路。

Facts:
- Nearly NT$50 trillion
- About NT$67 trillion

## Money-laundering group leader caught seeking fortune at Earth God temple; Kaohsiung police arrest 20

- Published: 2026-10-19T14:18:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610190100.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4372254-en.html
- anchor: #n3453032
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、高雄市警局刑大、刑事警察局、法務部調查局

Kaohsiung police arrested 20 people, including the surnamed Liu ringleader, in an investigation into a large-scale money-laundering group using corporate accounts. A member surnamed Lin was caught seeking fortune at an Earth God temple in Zuoying. Police also seized more than NT$1.02 million in cash and a large quantity of evidence.

Facts:
- A fee of NT$300,000 to NT$500,000 for each account
- Compensation calculated at 3 per thousand of the amount laundered
- Between August and September this year
- More than NT$1.02 million in cash seized

## Hsinchu City baseball stadium’s 50th anniversary exhibition games start 11/1; free tickets available

- Published: 2026-10-19T14:15:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610190099.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4372054-en.html
- anchor: #n3453016
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中華職棒統一7-ELEVEn獅、新竹城市棒球隊、栃木金色勇士、尚武鳳凰、國立體育大學、兄弟象、爆米花棒球聯盟、新竹通APP

Renovation work at Hsinchu Municipal Baseball Stadium was completed in September. To mark its 50th anniversary, the city government will hold exhibition games from Nov. 1 to 3, with 4 teams from Taiwan, Japan and South Korea taking part, alongside performances by entertainers. Admission is free with tickets.

Facts:
- 50th anniversary
- 4 teams
- Since opening in 1976
- The team has 29 players
- Limited to 5,000 tickets

## 防敵斬首及維護治安 淡水分局遷建並納八里勤區

- Published: 2026-10-19T14:12:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610190098.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4372058-en.html
- anchor: #n3453017
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、新北市長、淡水分局、蘆洲分局、八里分駐所、淡海科學城、淡海新市鎮

新北市長侯友宜宣布淡水分局將遷建至淡江大橋橋頭附近，並將蘆洲分局八里分駐所納編，以統一維安及交安事權，預計斥資10多億元興建，目標於123年完工啟用。

Facts:
- 斥資新台幣10多億元
- Hopes to complete and open in year 123
- The building is only a little over 30 years old
- Since opening in year 81 of the Republic of China calendar

## Songshan Airport relocation platform: Chiang Wan-an says he is willing to work with the central government to put supporting measures in place

- Published: 2026-10-19T14:12:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610190097.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4372077-en.html
- anchor: #n3453018

Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an proposed relocating Songshan Airport as part of his platform. The latest poll showed opposition outstripping support. Chiang said he was willing to coordinate with the central government on supporting measures and mentioned progress on Terminal 3 and the runway at Taoyuan International Airport. Executive Yuan Secretary-General Chang Tun-han stressed the complexity of the relocation issue.

Facts:
- 41% oppose
- 31% support
- 2028 presidential election
- the period from 2027 to 2033
- a document from ROC year 112
- began in the year before last (113)

## Penghu farmed cobia featured in new dish, with plans to develop a brand

- Published: 2026-10-19T14:08:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610190096.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4371880-en.html
- anchor: #n3452913
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、澎湖區漁會、菊島之星、澎湖縣政府農漁局

澎湖區漁會 unveiled a new dish, “Cobia Tomato and Wild Vegetable Soup,” and plans to develop it as a brand and bring it to convenience stores and supermarkets. Penghu cobia farming accounts for 9 tenths of domestic production.

Facts:
- accounts for 9 tenths of domestic aquaculture production
- Cobia production value in 114 reached NT$217.74 million
- Average cobia production value over the past 5 years reached NT$410 million

## New De'nan Police Station building in Tainan breaks ground, strengthening police deployment around Shalun

- Published: 2026-10-19T14:08:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610190095.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4371881-en.html
- anchor: #n3452914

Construction has begun on a new building for De'nan Police Station under the Guiren Precinct of the Tainan City Police Department. The project will cost more than NT$94 million, and officials are seeking to expand staffing from 15 to 25 to strengthen public safety around Shalun.

Facts:
- more than NT$94 million
- about NT$78 million
- the existing staffing of 15
- expand to 25
- more than 34 years old

## Could Elderly Welfare Act amendments affect subsidies for vulnerable seniors? TPP caucus says multiple legal safeguards are in place

- Published: 2026-10-19T14:07:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610190094.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4371884-en.html
- anchor: #n3452915
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台灣民眾黨立法院黨團、國民黨、民進黨

The TPP caucus responded to controversy over amendments to the Elderly Welfare Act, saying existing laws provide multiple safeguards for medical subsidies for vulnerable seniors and that deleting some provisions will not cut off subsidies. It also clarified that health insurance subsidies for seniors come from government budgets and are unrelated to losses in the National Health Insurance fund.

Facts:
- income tax rate below 20%
- Spending on health insurance subsidies for seniors accounts for less than 1% of the annual budget
- about NT$21.02 billion in health insurance premium funding
- annual rent below NT$150,000
- the government’s total budget for fiscal year 116 reaches NT$3.9 trillion

## Should you avoid talking politics with strangers? How supporters of different candidates can have friendly conversations [Book excerpt]

- Published: 2026-10-19T14:07:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610195002.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4372300-en.html
- anchor: #n3453047
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、究竟出版

This article is excerpted from The Surprising Power of Tiny Interactions, a new book by University of Chicago psychology professor Nicholas Epley. It explores why people overestimate the risks of negative interactions with those whose views differ from theirs, and cites research showing that real conversations can reduce prejudice and bring people closer. The article recounts the author’s political conversation with a sheriff who supported Trump, as well as Daryl Davis’s efforts to dispel hatred through dialogue, emphasizing the importance of friendly communication.

Facts:
- smoked 15 cigarettes a day
- accuracy was just 56%
- only 0.26% of people had negative feelings
- inspired at least 515 studies
- including 1,383 tests of it
- more than 250,000 participants in total
- from 38 different countries
- 94% of the studies observed
- an analysis based on nearly 4,000 Americans
- ranging from 50% to 300%
- persuaded at least 200 people to leave extremist groups

## 金管會: 3 companies apply to establish digital insurers, including 2 property insurers and 1 life insurer

- Published: 2026-10-19T13:59:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610190093.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4371817-en.html
- anchor: #n3452912
- Companies mentioned: 金管會、保險局、立法院財政委員會、中央社

金管會 Chairperson Peng Jin-long said 3 companies have submitted applications to establish digital insurance companies: 2 property insurers and 1 life insurer. The applications will be reviewed as soon as possible.

Facts:
- 3 companies
- 2 property insurers
- 1 life insurer
- 9 companies applied for regulatory consultations

## Keelung’s Tianwaitian incinerator: Lin Pei-hsiang urges central and local governments to work together to uncover the truth

- Published: 2026-10-19T13:55:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610190092.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4371761-en.html
- anchor: #n3452787
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、立法院司法及法制委員會、國民黨、台灣民眾黨、基隆市警察局、環保局、基隆地檢署、矯正署

國民黨立委林沛祥赴基隆考察，針對天外天焚化廠火災及基隆監獄受刑人死亡事件，呼籲中央與地方聯手查清真相，並肯定監所管理人員辛勞。

Facts:
- about 1,700 discarded mattresses were destroyed in the fire
- Family alleges 2 prison staff members held up Mr. Chen
- At least 20 punches per person
- case involving an inmate who died within 23 hours

## Protests across Europe spiral out of control; Tourism Administration says no group-tour travelers affected

- Published: 2026-10-19T13:47:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610190091.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4371755-en.html
- anchor: #n3452785
- Companies mentioned: 中央通訊社、交通部觀光署、雄獅旅遊、東南旅遊、可樂旅遊

歐洲多地爆發激烈抗爭演變為暴力衝突，交通部觀光署表示未有團體旅客受影響，旅遊業者稱行程將視情況調整。

Facts:
- 台北19日電
- as of 12 noon
- maintain a Level 1 gray advisory
- 1151019

## Some of Ao You-xiang’s Wulongyuan trademarks revoked; 智慧局 says review followed regulations

- Published: 2026-10-19T13:44:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610190090.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4371754-en.html
- anchor: #n3452786
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、經濟部智慧財產局、智慧局

Some trademarks for cartoonist Ao You-xiang’s “Wulongyuan and design” were revoked by 經濟部智慧財產局 after they were found not to have been used for 3 years. 智慧局 clarified that it had not sent staff to collect evidence at his home or studio, and stressed that only product and service categories for which use was not proven were revoked. The parties concerned may still seek administrative remedies.

Facts:
- trademark unused for 3 years
- paid trademark fees continuously for the past 10 years

## Street Fighter tops North American box office; documentary on blood-test fraudster opens strongly

- Published: 2026-10-19T13:41:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202610190089.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4371718-en.html
- anchor: #n3452784
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、娛樂經銷研究、A24、Theranos、Exhibitor Relations、Deadline

Action film Street Fighter topped the North American box office with US$31 million, while documentary You Can See Everything came in second with US$15 million. The film focuses on Theranos founder Holmes.

Facts:
- $31 million
- US$15 million
- 855 theaters
- 11-year prison sentence
- US$27.8 million
- US$8.4 million
- US$8 million
- US$60 million
- US$7.5 million

## 光復節連假旅宿全台訂房率平均達6成 馬祖居冠

- Published: 2026-10-19T13:39:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610190088.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4371679-en.html
- anchor: #n3452761
- Companies mentioned: 交通部觀光署、中央社

交通部觀光署公布光復節連假國內旅宿訂房率，前兩日平均達60.31%，馬祖（連江縣）以78%居冠，台南與台北分列二、三名。

Facts:
- averaged 60.31%
- Lienchiang County (78.00%)
- Tainan City (68.89%)
- Taipei City (67.86%)

## 催核能公投票 國民黨公布新一波宣傳影片

- Published: 2026-10-19T13:38:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610190087.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4371681-en.html
- anchor: #n3452762
- Companies mentioned: 國民黨、民進黨、中選會、中央社、台電

國民黨為推動廢除非核家園公投，公布第2波宣傳影片，強調民進黨能源政策問題及台電虧損、電價上漲等代價，盼爭取民眾支持。

Facts:
- 2nd campaign video
- Nov. 28 local elections
- pay a price for 10 years

## Golden Bell radio award winner Huang Po-wen organizes charity sports day for children in rural areas

- Published: 2026-10-19T13:37:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202610190086.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4371682-en.html
- anchor: #n3452763
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、秀傳醫療體系錫卿文教基金會、鹿江國際中小學

Golden Bell radio award winner Huang Po-wen led the 秀傳醫療體系錫卿文教基金會 in holding the “2026 Wild Kids Charity Sports Day and Charity Market” at 鹿江國際中小學 in Lukang Township. Professional basketball players, national soccer team players and cheerleaders were invited to cheer on children from rural areas.

Facts:
- 52nd Golden Bell Awards
- 2026 Wild Kids Charity Sports Day
- on the 17th
- U20 national team players

## Taiwanese precision smart manufacturing firms vie to supply AIDC components and equipment

- Published: 2026-10-19T13:35:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610190085.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4371673-en.html
- anchor: #n3452759
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、東元、上銀、大銀微系統、新代科技、東台、台灣瀧澤科技、程泰集團、經寶精密jpp-KY、富強鑫、捷流閥業、台灣氣立、東佑達自動化科技

Strong demand for artificial intelligence (AI) servers and data center (AIDC) infrastructure is driving demand for key components and high-end precision manufacturing equipment. Taiwanese firms including 東元、上銀、新代科技、東台、台灣瀧澤、經寶精密、富強鑫、捷流閥業、台灣氣立 and 東佑達 are vying for supply-chain opportunities in AI infrastructure, servers and data centers.

Facts:
- More than 1 GW
- 業績占比已達3成
- Continued growth over the next 2 to 3 years
- Approximately 26.6% of revenue
- Invest NT$200 million

## Trump announces November start of work on historic Washington golf course, defying court ruling

- Published: 2026-10-19T13:33:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610190084.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4371672-en.html
- anchor: #n3452760
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、美聯社、路透社、真實社群、內政部

Trump announced a redevelopment plan for the East Potomac golf course, with work expected to begin on Nov. 15, defying a federal judge’s requirement for advance notice. The move has sparked a legal battle, and Judge Reyes has ordered tree-cutting to stop and summoned 內政部 officials.

Facts:
- Nov. 15
- About 15 months
- 18 holes
- About 500 trees

## Venezuela’s opposition reaffirms Machado as leader, urges interim government to let her return

- Published: 2026-10-19T13:31:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610190083.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4371640-en.html
- anchor: #n3452691
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、法新社

Venezuela’s opposition coalition reaffirmed exiled Nobel Peace Prize laureate Machado as its leader and pressed the interim government to allow her to return home. The move came during transition talks following the ouster of Maduro.

Facts:
- 3rd round of talks
- 14 proposals to restore democracy in Venezuela

## Will TISA set a minimum holding period? Peng Jin-long: It has been discussed; we respect 財政部

- Published: 2026-10-19T13:26:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610190082.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4371641-en.html
- anchor: #n3452692
- Companies mentioned: 金管會、集保結算所、財政部、立法院、國民黨、民進黨

金管會 Chairman Peng Jin-long said the TISA tax expenditure assessment report may not need to be submitted by the end of the year. He said the minimum holding period and other aspects of the TISA system had been discussed with 財政部, and that the Securities Investment Trust and Consulting Act would also be revised.

Facts:
- July 2025
- 50%

## Pingtung institution director suspected of molestation; county sets 3-day deadline for investigation report

- Published: 2026-10-19T13:23:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610190081.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4371607-en.html
- anchor: #n3452599
- Companies mentioned: 屏東縣政府、中央社

屏東縣政府 received a report alleging that the director of a welfare institution for people with disabilities was involved in a molestation incident. The county government has asked the institution’s board to suspend the suspect and complete an investigation report within 3 days. It will also help the victim access support services and legal assistance.

Facts:
- Investigation report due within 3 days
- Report received at around 10 a.m. on the 16th

## Civic groups call for official languages law to protect Taiwan residents’ right to education in their mother tongues

- Published: 2026-10-19T13:23:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610190080.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4371609-en.html
- anchor: #n3452600
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、行政院、監察院、民進黨、財團法人史明教育基金會

Civic groups urged 行政院 to take the investigation report by 監察院 seriously and promptly enact an official languages law to protect Taiwan residents’ right to education in their mother tongues and their basic human rights, and to launch transitional justice for languages.

Facts:
- 115教調0017
- 1151019

## Driver abandons car after crash in Taichung; police to investigate

- Published: 2026-10-19T13:22:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610190079.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4371610-en.html
- anchor: #n3452601
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中央通訊社

A traffic accident occurred on Section 1 of Zhongqing Road in North District, Taichung. The driver of the car involved left the scene, and police have collected evidence and are tracing the driver’s identity to determine responsibility.

Facts:
- About 7:59 a.m.
- No. 142

## Fairchild to hold baseball camp in Taiwan in November, pass on experience and hopes to sample stinky tofu

- Published: 2026-10-19T13:20:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610190078.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4371611-en.html
- anchor: #n3452602
- Companies mentioned: 中央社

Taiwanese-American baseball player Stuart Fairchild will return to Taiwan in November to hold a baseball training camp and share his experience, and to meet Chen Chieh-hsien. He hopes to shift the focus of his future career back to Asia and plans to return to Taiwan at least once a year.

Facts:
- Return to Taiwan in November
- March this year
- Stay for more than a week
- Attend a charity baseball camp on Nov. 2
- Take part in the training camp on the 7th and 8th
- Return to Taiwan at least once a year

## APEC finance ministers’ meeting to be held soon; Hong Kong steps up security

- Published: 2026-10-19T13:19:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610190077.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4371608-en.html
- anchor: #n3452603
- Companies mentioned: 亞太經濟合作會議、中央通訊社、中國財政部、香港特別行政區政府、有線新聞台、香港警方、消防處、港鐵、台灣財政部、金融監督管理委員會、中央社

APEC財政部長會議將於20至21日在香港舉行，由中國財政部主辦、香港特區政府承辦。香港保安局長鄧炳強表示恐襲風險維持中度，當局已加強保安部署以確保會議安全。台灣財政部長莊翠雲等官員將率團出席。

Facts:
- 20 to 21
- 21 APEC economies
- About 500 people
- Within a 3-kilometer radius

## China home prices edge up in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Shenzhen in September; second- and third-tier cities continue to fall

- Published: 2026-10-19T13:13:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610190076.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4371388-en.html
- anchor: #n3452598
- Companies mentioned: 中國國家統計局

中國國家統計局 released September home price data. Prices of new and existing homes in first-tier cities edged up, while those in second- and third-tier cities continued to fall, although their year-on-year declines narrowed.

Facts:
- 70 major and medium-sized cities
- First-tier cities up 0.1% month on month
- Shenzhen rose ...0.3%, respectively
- Beijing fell 0.2%
- New home prices rose month on month in 17 cities
- First-tier city prices up 0.2% month on month
- Existing home prices rose month on month in 9 cities

## James sets out in 費城76人 jersey, seeks 5th career title in 24th season

- Published: 2026-10-19T13:10:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610190075.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4371208-en.html
- anchor: #n3452499
- Companies mentioned: 中央通訊社、費城76人、NBA、紐約尼克、洛杉磯湖人、邁阿密熱火、克里夫蘭騎士、波士頓塞爾蒂克、籃網

Star LeBron James announced he was joining 費城76人, beginning his 24th season and seeking his 5th NBA championship. He joins teammates including Embiid and Maxey in a lineup aiming to lead the team to its first title since 1983.

Facts:
- 24th season
- 5th NBA championship
- Since 1983
- 81st NBA season
- Since 1973
- For 2 years
- A contract worth $8 million
- 4-time NBA champion
- Turns 42
- Appeared in 1,622 games
- 26.8 points
- 7.5 rebounds
- 7.4 assists
- 1.5 steals
- Scored 10 points
- 5 assists
- 4 rebounds
- 108-114

## First factory breaks ground at Chiayi County’s Zhongpu Industrial Park, manufacturing hydraulic machinery

- Published: 2026-10-19T13:08:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610190074.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4371209-en.html
- anchor: #n3452500
- Companies mentioned: 和富工業、中央社

和富工業, the first company to break ground at the Zhongpu Industrial Park in Chiayi County, planned by the Ministry of Economic Affairs, manufactures hydraulic machinery and fluid transmission equipment. It is investing NT$45 million, with completion expected in 116 and operations slated to begin in 117. Its products will mainly be exported to Australia, Europe and the United States.

Facts:
- Invest NT$45 million
- Development area of about 1,500 ping
- Factory site of more than 700 ping
- Expected to be completed in mid-116
- Operations to begin in 117

## Lu Hsiu-yen to chair Chiang Wan-an campaign headquarters; Chiang Chi-chen says everyone will work together

- Published: 2026-10-19T13:07:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610190073.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4371211-en.html
- anchor: #n3452501

Taichung Mayor Lu Hsiu-yen has accepted a request to chair the campaign headquarters of Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an. Kuomintang Taichung mayoral candidate Chiang Chi-chen said they were like brothers and sisters and would divide up the work.

Facts:
- 2026 Nine-in-One Elections
- Taichung, 19th
- 1151019

## Will a sharp Taiwan stock market plunge trigger short-selling restrictions? Peng Jin-long: We intervene only when the market fails

- Published: 2026-10-19T13:06:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610190072.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4371212-en.html
- anchor: #n3452502
- Companies mentioned: 中央存保、證交所、期交所、集保

金管會主委彭金隆表示，若市場資訊未受扭曲且機制正常運作，將尊重市場機制；僅在市場失靈或不理性行為發生時才會介入。他指出台股基本面良好，前9月營收獲利年增逾3成，並說明外資賣超屬市場判斷。

Facts:
- 年增逾3成
- About 48%

## Taiwan dollar plunges 1.67 jiao at midday, provisionally closing at 32.505

- Published: 2026-10-19T13:06:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610190071.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4371214-en.html
- anchor: #n3452503
- Companies mentioned: 中央社

The Taiwan dollar provisionally closed at 32.505 per U.S. dollar at midday in the Taipei foreign exchange market, plunging 1.67 jiao. Trading volume reached US$1.282 billion.

Facts:
- Plunged 1.67 jiao
- Provisionally closed at 32.505
- Trading volume of US$1.282 billion
- Opened at 32.36

## Review of Tongxiao-Datan second gas pipeline resumes; stronger case needed for necessity and reasonableness

- Published: 2026-10-19T13:03:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610190070.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4371107-en.html
- anchor: #n3452307
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、台灣中油股份有限公司、中油、台電、監督施政聯盟、經濟部

中油 plans to build a long-distance subsea gas pipeline from Tongxiao in Miaoli to Datan in Taoyuan. The project underwent its 2nd preliminary environmental review today. Review committee members called for a stronger explanation of the project’s necessity and reasonableness, and the case will be reviewed again after revisions.

Facts:
- Total length: approximately 85.5 kilometers
- Demand: approximately 2.444 million tons per year
- Designed capacity: 600 tons per hour
- Gas transmission has already exceeded capacity by 830 tons
- Estimated increase in pipeline inventory: approximately 3.6 million cubic meters
- There are already 3 offshore pipelines in the Tongxiao waters
- 中油 and 台電 are also planning 4 intersecting offshore pipelines in the area
- Crossing the habitat of the Chinese white dolphin 6 times
- The onshore project is expected to remove 4200 square meters of protected forest
- Plans currently call for replacing only 840 square meters with green space

## E-cigarette recycling is not enough; education alliance urges swift third-reading passage of bill to regulate possession

- Published: 2026-10-19T13:03:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610190069.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4371106-en.html
- anchor: #n3452308
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、國教行動聯盟、國健署、衛福部、教育部、立法院

國教行動聯盟 called on 立法院 to quickly pass amendments to the Tobacco Hazards Prevention Act in its third reading, bringing e-cigarette possession under the law. 衛福部 said it hopes the amendments will curb disorder and increase enforcement personnel.

Facts:
- 633 kilograms of e-cigarettes collected in the first month
- 432 collection points
- Calculated at 50 grams per device
- Approximately 12,660 devices
- Current rate: 50%
- Must be at least 85%

## Stocks and currency battered; central bank issues intraday statement, says New Taiwan dollar remains relatively stable and it will intervene as needed

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:49:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610190067.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370982-en.html
- anchor: #n3452175
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、中央銀行

The New Taiwan dollar fell 4.63 jiao in a week, its biggest weekly drop in more than 1 year. The central bank issued an intraday statement stressing that the currency remained relatively stable and saying it would intervene as needed.

Facts:
- The New Taiwan dollar fell 4.63 jiao in a week
- Broke below the NT$32.5 mark
- The New Taiwan dollar fell 1.37% last week
- On Oct. 12, US$1 exchanged for NT$31.895
- NT$32.338 on Oct. 16
- Cumulative decline reached 15.7%
- The decline over the same period was just 5.4%
- Sold a net total of US$19.402 billion in Taiwan stocks
- Net outflows totaled US$17.961 billion

## Chang Yi-an and Hsu Chen-wei join Orix; Chen Mu-heng advises them to embrace Japanese culture

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:49:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610190068.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370980-en.html
- anchor: #n3452174
- Companies mentioned: 歐力士猛牛隊、中央社、穀保家商棒球隊

日職歐力士猛牛隊簽下台灣選手張乙安與許宸緯，隊上前輩陳睦衡分享經驗，提醒新進球員需抱持開放心態融入日本文化。

Facts:
- At the end of 2024
- July this year
- 2 people
- 18 years old
- 1151019

## Keen Sword exercise on largest scale ever; U.S. aircraft carrier also taking part

- Published: 2026-10-19T12:46:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610190066.aspx
- Article page: https://ainews.idaeo.ai/a/4370983-en.html
- anchor: #n3452176
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、共同社、每日新聞

The U.S.-Japan Keen Sword joint exercise is the largest ever. The U.S. aircraft carrier Roosevelt is participating, and Japan's Type 25 land-based anti-ship missile is being used in a large-scale exercise for the first time.

Facts:
- Approximately 45,000 Self-Defense Forces personnel
- 12,000 U.S. troops
- 法國、德國、荷蘭等5國首次參加
- From today through the 29th of this month