https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.htmlOne 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.en https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452076https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452076Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452075https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452075Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESLINE 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452074https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452074Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452073https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452073Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452072https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452072Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452071https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452071Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452070https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452070Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452069https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452069Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452068https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452068Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452067https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452067Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452066https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452066Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESIdol group log you has released its new song “Hello Relens” digitally and will hold its 1st anniversary concert at Zepp Shinjuku on Nov. 20. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452065https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452065Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452064https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452064Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452063https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452063Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES2 down jacket styles from NAUTICA’s Fall/Winter 2026 collection go on sale starting Oct. 23. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452062https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452062Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452061https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452061Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 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). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452060https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452060Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452059https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452059Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452058https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452058Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452057https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452057Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAZUL 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452056https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452056Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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）。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452055https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452055Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTikTok 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452054https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452054Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452053https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452053Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESRofJ 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452052https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452052Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452051https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452051Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452050https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452050Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTBS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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452049https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452049Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452048https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452048Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452047https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452047Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESWAKU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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452046https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452046Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452045https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452045Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452044https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452044Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAnotherADdress, 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452043https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452043Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAbemaTV 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452042https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452042Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452041https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452041Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452040https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452040Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452039https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452039Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3451994https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3451994Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:58:04 +0900JapanPR TIMES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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3451995https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3451995Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:56:35 +0900JapanPR TIMESSHOTA 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3451996https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3451996Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:56:15 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3451997https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3451997Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:55:05 +0900JapanPR TIMESRight 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3451998https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3451998Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:51:32 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452003https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452003Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESShoko 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452002https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452002Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452001https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452001Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES“circusAGENT,” operated by circus株式会社, has won High Performer in the Job Database category at ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452000https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452000Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3451999https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3451999Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452004https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452004Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:49:18 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452005https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452005Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:47:52 +0900JapanPR TIMESLibrus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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452006https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452006Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:47:22 +0900JapanPR TIMESCelebrities including Taylor Swift and Greta Lee wore ディオール at the Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles on Oct. 17, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452007https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452007Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:45:34 +0900JapanPR TIMES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.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452152https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452152Tue, 13 Oct 2026 15:42:55 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3453076https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3453076Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:50:56 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADuring 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3453077https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3453077Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:48:54 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3453078https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3453078Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:46:52 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3453079https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3453079Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:44:49 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3453053https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3453053Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:35:47 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAWei 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3453054https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3453054Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:33:45 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3453048https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3453048Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:31:43 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAn 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3453049https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3453049Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:30:41 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3453050https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3453050Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:27:38 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3453051https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3453051Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:25:36 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATung 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3453052https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3453052Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:25:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3453032https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3453032Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:18:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAKaohsiung 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3453016https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3453016Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:15:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNARenovation 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3453017https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3453017Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:12:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3453018https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3453018Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:12:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaipei 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452913https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452913Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:08:23 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452914https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452914Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:08:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAConstruction 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452915https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452915Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:07:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3453047https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3453047Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:07:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThis 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452912https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452912Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:59:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452787https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452787Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:55:13 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452785https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452785Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:47:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452786https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452786Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:44:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASome 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452784https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452784Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:41:06 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAction 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452761https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452761Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:39:04 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452762https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452762Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:38:02 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452763https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452763Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:37:59 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAGolden 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452759https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452759Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:35:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAStrong 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452760https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452760Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:33:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATrump 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452691https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452691Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:31:53 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAVenezuela’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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452692https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452692Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:26:51 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452599https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452599Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:23:49 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452600https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452600Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:23:46 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNACivic 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452601https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452601Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:22:44 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452602https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452602Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:20:42 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwanese-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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452603https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452603Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:19:40 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAPEC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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452598https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452598Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:13:38 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452499https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452499Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:10:36 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAStar 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452500https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452500Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:08:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452501https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452501Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:07:31 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaichung 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452502https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452502Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:06:29 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452503https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452503Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:06:27 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452307https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452307Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:03:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452308https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452308Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:03:23 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452175https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452175Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:49:48 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452174https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452174Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:49:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA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。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452176https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261019-12/index-en-p5.html#n3452176Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:46:16 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 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.