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<title>AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-20 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 7 of 7</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html</link><description>One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 414 items from 9 sources; Taiwan, 252 items from 10 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.</description><language>en</language>
<item><title>Water Outage (Taichung City)</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474902</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474902</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:30:02 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://alerts.ncdr.nat.gov.tw/web/alerts/detail?id=TWC_water_202610201230&amp;info=20040541">國家災害防救科技中心</source><description>台灣自來水公司因汰換管線漏水修理，於2026年10月20日12:22至17:00暫停臺中市清水區清水里供水。</description></item>
<item><title>Zhongli Wuhugong Temple implicated in group bullying of minors; Taoyuan City government confirms illegal construction and plans forced demolition next week</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474856</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474856</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:01:09 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.pts.org.tw/article/832122">公視新聞</source><description>Zhongli Wuhugong Temple in Taoyuan was implicated in group bullying of minors. The city government confirmed the temple was illegally built and plans to demolish it by force next week; the students involved have been referred to juvenile court.</description></item>
<item><title>Ground broken at Taoyuan Aerotropolis I Site; plans call for a 9,000-seat multipurpose dome venue</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474875</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474875</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:52:44 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.pts.org.tw/article/832099">公視新聞</source><description>桃園航空城I基地動土，由台灣人壽投資525億元開發，預計興建9千席多功能巨蛋式場館及智慧物流中心，吸引企業進駐並創造就業機會。</description></item>
<item><title>Pollution in the Xin Huwei River could affect agricultural irrigation; Yunlin County launches 3-year improvement plan</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474873</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474873</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:51:33 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.pts.org.tw/article/832102">公視新聞</source><description>Yunlin County’s Environmental Protection Bureau has launched a 3-year improvement plan for the heavily polluted Xin Huwei River. It plans to tighten discharge standards for heavy metals including copper and lead in the river section upstream of Wucuo Bridge to protect water used for agricultural irrigation.</description></item>
<item><title>Wuying Creek temporary bridge reported for violating Water Act; Yilan County government says it poses no flood-flow problem</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474872</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474872</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:50:22 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.pts.org.tw/article/832103">公視新聞</source><description>A temporary bridge over Wuying Creek in Toucheng, Yilan, was reported for violating the Water Act. Civic groups and township representatives questioned whether it obstructed floodwaters and was safe; the head of the Water Resources Department at 宜蘭縣政府 said the structure was safe and did not affect flood flows, adding that the county generally respected the township office’s decision.</description></item>
<item><title>Chiayi man on scooter carrying 3 children collides with pickup; 4 badly hurt and taken to hospital, but none seriously injured</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474870</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474870</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:48:36 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.pts.org.tw/article/832105">公視新聞</source><description>A traffic accident occurred at the intersection of Zhongshan Road and Heping Road in Chiayi City. A 40-year-old man surnamed Luo was riding a scooter with 3 children when he hit a pickup truck turning left ahead of him. All 4 suffered abrasions and were taken to hospital, but none were seriously injured. A preliminary police investigation found that neither party was driving under the influence; the cause and responsibility are still being determined.</description></item>
<item><title>Employee benefits key to retaining workers; survey finds transparency in profit-sharing matters most to workers</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474868</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474868</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:22:34 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.pts.org.tw/article/832108">公視新聞</source><description>The survey found that amid labor shortages, workers value transparent bonuses and profit-sharing the most (65%), followed by competitive pay (62.5%). Nearly 74% said year-end or profit-sharing bonuses make the biggest difference. The Ministry of Labor said employers with 50 or more workers must establish a workers’ welfare committee, and encouraged labor-management communication to develop reasonable benefits.</description></item>
<item><title>國研院 develops AI disaster-response assistant; phone photos can assess a building’s earthquake resistance</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474867</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474867</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:20:18 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.pts.org.tw/article/832110">公視新聞</source><description>國研院’s 國震中心 has developed the POSEIDON AI disaster-response assistant and an AI tool for rapid assessment of earthquake damage to buildings. They have been used in fire rescue operations in Taipei and assessments after the Hualien earthquake. The institute has also launched “My Safe, Earthquake-Resistant Home” for public use, using a closed, sovereign AI model to ensure information security.</description></item>
<item><title>Ukraine hit by another large-scale Russian airstrike; Kyiv accuses U.S. of failing to provide initial warning</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474863</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474863</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:03:25 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.pts.org.tw/article/832114">公視新聞</source><description>The United States announced imports of Russian diesel and an exemption from new sanctions, drawing Ukraine’s ire; Trump criticized Zelenskyy, saying he should be replaced in negotiations. Russian forces launched a large-scale airstrike that caused multiple deaths and injuries. Zelenskyy accused the United States of failing to provide an initial warning and delaying air defense weapons deliveries; Washington denied restricting satellite services. Pope Leo 14 spoke with Zelenskyy, expressing hope for a ceasefire and humanitarian aid.</description></item>
<item><title>Violent protests spread across France; curfews imposed in parts of Paris</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474861</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474861</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:00:41 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.pts.org.tw/article/832116">公視新聞</source><description>As violent protests spread across France, partial curfews were imposed and gatherings banned in Paris, Lyon, Marseille and other cities. Nearly 3,000 stores nationwide were affected, and more than 2,400 people were arrested. The government announced it would provide 100% unemployment benefits. Prime Minister Lecornu blamed the unrest on far-left groups, while some groups called for further protests.</description></item>
<item><title>Typhoon Peipah could prompt a sea warning as early as tomorrow night; closest to Taiwan Friday and Saturday</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474859</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474859</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:52:39 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.pts.org.tw/article/832118">公視新聞</source><description>中央氣象署預報員趙竑指出，23號至24號為颱風薔琵影響最明顯的兩天，全台各地易下雨，北部、宜蘭及花蓮降雨較明顯。台灣從週四到週六受颱風影響，預計最快週三深夜發布海上颱風警報，若路徑靠近不排除發布陸上警報。薔琵颱風可能減弱但暴風圈擴大，對台影響顯著。</description></item>
<item><title>台股開低震盪跌破4萬6 新台幣持續走貶</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474858</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474858</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:45:12 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.pts.org.tw/article/832119">公視新聞</source><description>台股開低震盪跌破4萬6點，外資持續大賣且10月累計賣超創歷史新高；日韓股市同步下跌吸引資金轉移，新台幣走貶至近18個月新低。</description></item>
<item><title>Chiang Wan-an proposes a green channel for helicopter transfers from Songshan Airport; Chen Shih-kai says discussions with the relevant ministries should come first</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474866</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474866</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:41:57 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.pts.org.tw/article/832111">公視新聞</source><description>Chiang Wan-an proposed a green channel for helicopter transfers from Songshan Airport. Transportation Minister Chen Shih-kai and Interior Minister Liu Shih-fang responded separately, saying the proposal needs to be discussed with the relevant ministries and that the current situation of the National Airborne Service Corps should be explained.</description></item>
<item><title>Hualien's Mingli Bridge, deemed unsafe, to be rebuilt; military demolishes 2 bridge piers with explosives today</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474871</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474871</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:34:31 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.pts.org.tw/article/832104">公視新聞</source><description>花蓮明里大橋因2022年池上大地震受損列為危橋，國軍花防部工兵連配合實戰化訓練進行爆破拆除2座橋墩，重建工程經費約2.8億，預計後年8月完工。</description></item>
<item><title>Corruption suspected in Tōei Resort farm road development project; former county magistrate Wu Chun-li taken in by investigators before boarding flight</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474865</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474865</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:26:40 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.pts.org.tw/article/832112">公視新聞</source><description>Corruption is suspected in the Tōei Resort farm road development project. Former county magistrate Wu Chun-li was taken in by prosecutors and investigators before boarding a flight, who also searched his office and Wu Hsiu-hua's service office. Wu Hsiu-hua's campaign headquarters said Wu Chun-li was questioned as a witness and that it respected the judicial investigation. With 39 days until the year-end election, the incident's impact on the race is drawing close attention.</description></item>
<item><title>Taiwanese driver's license holders can exchange their licenses in Australia without tests starting 10/31; Western Australia and Queensland first</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474857</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474857</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:23:33 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.pts.org.tw/article/832121">公視新聞</source><description>外交部 announced that 澳洲公路局 will include Taiwan in its "Overseas Driver License Recognition Program" in July 2026. Holders of valid car and motorcycle licenses can apply to exchange them for local licenses without taking a written or road test. The new system is expected to take effect as early as 10月31日 in Western Australia and Queensland, with other states expected to follow in early 2027.</description></item>
<item><title>3 students with special education needs at a Taichung elementary school tied to chairs; school says teacher involved has been reassigned</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474864</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474864</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:21:32 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.pts.org.tw/article/832113">公視新聞</source><description>3 students with special education needs at an elementary school in Taichung were tied to chairs with cloth straps by a teacher, and a parent who witnessed the incident called the police. 人本教育基金會 said it had received a complaint alleging that students may have been tied up as many as 7 times. The school said the students were temporarily restrained gently to prevent danger. The teacher involved has been reassigned, and the Education Bureau has demanded clarification of administrative negligence.</description></item>
<item><title>France travel advisory remains at gray alert level; Ministry of Foreign Affairs says no upgrade for now, will continue to monitor</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474862</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474862</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:19:07 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.pts.org.tw/article/832115">公視新聞</source><description>Deputy Foreign Minister Chen Ming-chi said France's travel advisory remains at the gray alert level and will not be raised for now. The ministry will continue to monitor the situation and adjust the advisory as appropriate, and urged the public to avoid protest sites.</description></item>
<item><title>KMT caucus plans to again propose waiving health insurance premiums for children under 6; Shih Chung-liang urges lawmakers not to undermine the spirit of National Health Insurance</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474860</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474860</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:14:02 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.pts.org.tw/article/832117">公視新聞</source><description>The Legislative Yuan passed amendments to the《老人福利法》on third reading, sparking controversy over the removal of the legal basis for local subsidies and National Health Insurance benefits. The Kuomintang caucus plans to push for children under 6 to be exempt from health insurance premiums. Health and Welfare Minister Shih Chung-liang urged lawmakers not to undermine the spirit of National Health Insurance. Meanwhile, the government is considering spending NT$2.5 trillion to purchase production from an Alaska natural gas project, and Premier Cho Jung-tai stressed that this is a national strategic necessity.</description></item>
<item><title>No crosswalk at Exit 3 of Tainan's new station; Transportation Bureau vows changes within a week</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474869</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474869</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:35:05 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.pts.org.tw/article/832106">公視新聞</source><description>The lack of a crosswalk at Exit 3 of Tainan's new station has led people to cross the road illegally. The Transportation Bureau promised to make changes within a week. Tracks at the old station have been opened for a limited time for rail enthusiasts to take photos and bid farewell.</description></item>
<item><title>台大醫院 partners to develop AI disinfection robot that can sanitize on a schedule and trace infection-control records</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474874</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3474874</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:35:03 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.pts.org.tw/article/832100">公視新聞</source><description>台大醫院 and 威剛智聯 have jointly developed an AI disinfection robot incorporating 222-nanometer far-UVC technology. It can automatically disinfect and trace infection-control records, and is currently at the exploratory stage of moving from 0 to 1.</description></item>
<item><title>Construction system inspections to be conducted! — Nationwide simultaneous inspection of construction systems for public works</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475326</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475326</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.mlit.go.jp/report/press/kanbo08_hh_001369.html">国土交通省</source><description>国土交通省は、公共工事の適正な施工体制を確保するため、稼働中の直轄工事に対し10月から12月にかけて「施工体制に関する全国一斉点検」を実施する。</description></item>
<item><title>Campaign to collect used household cooking oil, a feedstock for domestically produced SAF to be used in a Blue Impulse aerial display</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475325</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475325</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.mlit.go.jp/report/press/kouku08_hh_000091.html">国土交通省</source><description>The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism will work with the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, the Ministry of Defense and Fry to Fly Project to collect used household cooking oil for domestically produced SAF to be used in a Blue Impulse aerial display on the opening day of GREEN×EXPO 2027.</description></item>
<item><title>Announcement of voluntary improvement measures (三菱ふそうトラック･バス株式会社 rear hubs)</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475324</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475324</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.mlit.go.jp/report/press/jidosha08_hh_005865.html">国土交通省</source><description>Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation announced that it will conduct voluntary improvement measures on vehicles whose rear hubs, sold as replacement parts, were replaced with older parts instead of current parts. The affected models are the 「ふそうグレート」, 「エアロバス」, 「エアロスター」 and 「エアロキング」, manufactured from September 26, Heisei 元年, through June 2, Heisei 4. A total of 1,660 rear hubs, model MC870901, are subject to inspection and replacement.</description></item>
<item><title>Announcement of voluntary improvement measures (三菱ふそうトラック･バス株式会社 front hubs)</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475323</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475323</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.mlit.go.jp/report/press/jidosha08_hh_005866.html">国土交通省</source><description>Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation will inspect the affected vehicles and replace their front hubs with current parts because some front hubs sold as replacement parts were replaced with older parts.</description></item>
<item><title>Announcement of recall filings for small numbers of vehicles (September, Reiwa 8)</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475322</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475322</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.mlit.go.jp/report/press/jidosha08_hh_005867.html">国土交通省</source><description>The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism announced 5 recall filings for fewer than 100 vehicles submitted in September, Reiwa 8. The 5 companies covered are Sumitomo NACCO Forklift, Stellantis Japan, Honda Motor, 株式会社パブコ and NICHIJO Co., Ltd.</description></item>
<item><title>スズキ「e ビターラ」の安全性能評価結果を公表します！ ～2026年度自動車アセスメントによる評価結果公表第１弾～</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475321</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475321</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.mlit.go.jp/report/press/jidosha07_hh_000575.html">国土交通省</source><description>国土交通省とナスバは、スズキ「e ビターラ」の2026年度自動車アセスメント評価結果を公表した。同車は予防安全性能でAランク、衝突安全性能でBランクを獲得し、総合評価として★★★★☆（4つ星）を取得した。</description></item>
<item><title>Second meeting of the Conference of Stakeholders on Advancing Logistics Policy — Report on progress toward setting appropriate costs and other matters</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475320</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475320</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.mlit.go.jp/report/press/tokatsu01_hh_001044.html">国土交通省</source><description>国土交通省は、貨物自動車運送事業の適正化法に基づき設置された「物流政策推進関係者会議」の第2回会合を令和8年10月27日に開催する。議題には適正原価の設定状況や予算要求などが含まれる。</description></item>
<item><title>Possible leak of registered business operator information held by the secretariat of the “Housing Energy-Saving 2024 Campaign”</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475319</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475319</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.mlit.go.jp/report/press/house04_hh_001366.html">国土交通省</source><description>「住宅省エネ2024キャンペーン」事務局である(株)博報堂のシステムで外部からの不正操作により、登録事業者約2万3千人分の個人情報が漏洩する可能性が確認された。国土交通省は原因調査と再発防止を指示している。</description></item>
<item><title>令和８年度自動物流道路の社会実装に向けた実証実験について ～10月28日（水）より実証実験を開始します！～</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475318</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475318</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.mlit.go.jp/report/press/road01_hh_002159.html">国土交通省</source><description>The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism announced that a demonstration project toward the social implementation of “automated logistics roads” will begin on October 28, 2026, to address the logistics crisis and achieve carbon neutrality. Taisei Corporation, Shimizu Corporation, Kajima Corporation, 千葉県 and others will participate, with trials taking place at Narita International Airport and the National Institute for Land and Infrastructure Management, among other sites.</description></item>
<item><title>Call for comments on Project PLATEAU — Second request for information (RFI#2) for Project PLATEAU toward FY2027</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475317</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475317</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.mlit.go.jp/report/press/toshi03_hh_000226.html">国土交通省</source><description>The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism is conducting its second request for information (RFI#2) for fiscal 2027 for the urban digital twin promotion project “Project PLATEAU.” It is seeking comments on 10 topics from October 20 to November 13, Reiwa 8.</description></item>
<item><title>Comprehensive Construction Statistics (August, Reiwa 8)</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475316</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475316</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.mlit.go.jp/report/press/joho04_hh_001398.html">国土交通省</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>The second-term first meeting of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Gender Network Conference will be held! — Thinking beyond industry boundaries about a land, infrastructure, transport and tourism sector that is accessible and welcoming to everyone</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475315</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475315</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.mlit.go.jp/report/press/sogo09_hh_000442.html">国土交通省</source><description>The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism will hold the first meeting of the second term of its Gender Network Conference on October 22, Reiwa 8, to promote gender mainstreaming through public-private collaboration.</description></item>
<item><title>令和８年度「CCU導入促進補助事業」の公募開始について（二次募集）</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475360</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475360</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.env.go.jp/press/press_05718.html">環境省</source><description>環境省は、CCU（二酸化炭素回収・有効利用）事業の普及促進を目的とした「令和８年度CCU導入促進補助事業」の二次公募を開始した。対象は民間企業等であり、補助率は中小企業が1/2以内、その他が1/3以内。応募期間は令和8年10月20日から11月30日。</description></item>
<item><title>“Fukushima, to the Environment Beyond.” 2026 site visit</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475359</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475359</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.env.go.jp/press/press_05733.html">環境省</source><description>The Ministry of the Environment will begin holding “Fukushima, to the Environment Beyond.” 2026 site visits in November to help young people learn about environmental restoration and reconstruction in Fukushima, and has opened applications for the first visit.</description></item>
<item><title>Decision on Local Governments Participating in the FY Reiwa 8 Bear Sighting Countermeasures Consulting Demonstration Project</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475358</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475358</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.env.go.jp/press/press_05739.html">環境省</source><description>The Ministry of the Environment announced that it had selected 11 local governments from 13 applications for the FY Reiwa 8 Bear Sighting Countermeasures Consulting Demonstration Project, which is being conducted to strengthen measures against bear sightings in areas where people live.</description></item>
<item><title>Possible leak of registered business operator information held by the secretariat of the “Housing Energy-Saving 2024 Campaign”</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475357</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475357</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.env.go.jp/press/press_05754.html">環境省</source><description>A system operated by (株)博報堂, the secretariat for the “Housing Energy-Saving 2024 Campaign,” was found to be vulnerable to unauthorized external access, potentially exposing the personal information of approximately 23,000 registered businesses. 国土交通省 and 経済産業省 made the announcement simultaneously, and the system’s functions are currently suspended.</description></item>
<item><title>Notice of the 3rd Meeting of the Heatstroke Countermeasures Subcommittee of the Environmental Health Department, Central Environment Council</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475356</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475356</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.env.go.jp/press/press_05704.html">環境省</source><description>The 3rd meeting of the Heatstroke Countermeasures Subcommittee of the Environmental Health Department, Central Environment Council, will be held online on October 28, Reiwa 8, with viewing available via a YouTube livestream.</description></item>
<item><title>Notice of the 1st FY Reiwa 8 Meeting of the Environmental Health Surveillance and Localized Air Pollution Health Effects Study Group</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475355</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475355</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.env.go.jp/press/press_05711.html">環境省</source><description>環境省 will hold a meeting of the Environmental Health Surveillance and Localized Air Pollution Health Effects Study Group on October 29, Reiwa 8. The meeting will be held in person and via web conference to assess the relationship between air pollution and health, and applications to observe or cover the meeting are being accepted.</description></item>
<item><title>Notice of the FY Reiwa 8 Nagano Septic Tank Top Seminar</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475354</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475354</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.env.go.jp/press/press_05726.html">環境省</source><description>The FY Reiwa 8 Nagano Septic Tank Top Seminar will be held in Nagano City on October 28, Reiwa 8. It is organized by 環境省, 長野県-related organizations, and others, with the aim of promoting awareness and development of septic tanks.</description></item>
<item><title>The 10th Joint Committee Meeting of the Japan-Vietnam Joint Crediting Mechanism (JCM) was held</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475353</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475353</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.env.go.jp/press/press_05747.html">環境省</source><description>On October 16, 2026, the 10th Joint Committee Meeting of the Japan-Vietnam Joint Crediting Mechanism (JCM) was held online, and the adoption of rule revisions in line with Article 6 of the Paris Agreement was approved.</description></item>
<item><title>Materials for the 2nd Policy Review and Promotion Subcommittee of the Public-Private Council for Strengthening Japan’s Drug Discovery Capabilities</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475067</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475067</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:18:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.mhlw.go.jp/stf/newpage_76843.html">厚生労働省</source><description>A list of materials for the 2nd Policy Review and Promotion Subcommittee of the Public-Private Council for Strengthening Japan’s Drug Discovery Capabilities, held by the Medical Affairs Bureau of the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare on October 9, Reiwa 8. Materials on topics including the use of AI and data, clinical trial systems, and international expansion have been published.</description></item>
<item><title>Notice of the 399th Meeting of the Labor Supply and Demand System Subcommittee, Employment Security Division, Labor Policy Council</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475073</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475073</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.mhlw.go.jp/stf/newpage_76434.html">厚生労働省</source><description>The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare announced the 399th Meeting of the Labor Supply and Demand System Subcommittee, Employment Security Division, Labor Policy Council, to be held on October 23, Reiwa 8. Agenda items include the status of notifications for specified recruitment information and other matters, and permits for worker dispatch businesses.</description></item>
<item><title>Materials for the 399th Meeting of the Labor Supply and Demand System Subcommittee, Employment Security Division, Labor Policy Council</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475072</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475072</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.mhlw.go.jp/stf/newpage_76436.html">厚生労働省</source><description>On October 23, Reiwa 8, the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare will hold the 399th Meeting of the Labor Supply and Demand System Subcommittee, Employment Security Division, Labor Policy Council, to discuss the status of notifications for specified recruitment information provision businesses and matters concerning permits for worker dispatch and paid and free employment placement businesses.</description></item>
<item><title>Notice of the 79th Meeting of the Supervisory Organization Review Subcommittee, Human Resources Development Division, Labor Policy Council</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475071</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475071</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.mhlw.go.jp/stf/newpage_76548.html">厚生労働省</source><description>The 79th Meeting of the Supervisory Organization Review Subcommittee, Human Resources Development Division, Labor Policy Council, will be held at the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare on October 27, Reiwa 8. The meeting will be closed to the public and will consider permits for supervisory businesses and supervisory support businesses.</description></item>
<item><title>Notice of the 2nd FY Reiwa 8 Meeting of the Health Science Council’s Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Regulatory System Subcommittee (in-person and web)</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475070</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475070</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.mhlw.go.jp/stf/newpage_76682.html">厚生労働省</source><description>The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare will hold a meeting of the Health Science Council’s Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Regulatory System Subcommittee on October 27, Reiwa 8. The agenda includes consideration of support and legal frameworks based on the MCM strategy. Attendance is limited to members of the press, and the meeting will be livestreamed on YouTube.</description></item>
<item><title>Notice of the 137th Meeting of the Long-Term Care Insurance Subcommittee, Social Security Council</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475069</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475069</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.mhlw.go.jp/stf/newpage_76757.html">厚生労働省</source><description>厚生労働省 will hold the 137th Meeting of the Long-Term Care Insurance Subcommittee, Social Security Council, on October 26, Reiwa 8. Agenda items include ensuring sustainability and certification of the need for long-term care. Attendance is limited to members of the press, and the meeting will be streamed on YouTube.</description></item>
<item><title>Minutes of the 136th Meeting of the Long-Term Care Insurance Subcommittee, Social Security Council, September 18, 2026</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475068</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475068</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.mhlw.go.jp/stf/newpage_76811.html">厚生労働省</source><description>Minutes of the 136th Meeting of the Long-Term Care Insurance Subcommittee, Social Security Council, held on September 18, 2026. Agenda items included the structure of premiums, ensuring sustainability, and reports on research and analysis of the long-term care information infrastructure and business operators’ management information.</description></item>
<item><title>三菱食品 “Lindt Chocolate Wafer Milk 26g, Lindt Chocolate Wafer Hazelnut 30g” - Refund/Recall</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475503</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475503</guid><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.recall.caa.go.jp/result/detail.php?rcl=00000036002&amp;screenkbn=03">消費者庁</source><description>三菱食品 is offering refunds and recalling 2 Lindt Chocolate Wafer products due to incorrectly labeled best-before dates.</description></item>
<item><title>Passenger car (ホンダ Super-ONE) - Repair</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475502</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475502</guid><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.recall.caa.go.jp/result/detail.php?rcl=00000036001&amp;screenkbn=03">消費者庁</source><description>Repairs for a defect in the electric motor control unit of ホンダ’s “Super-ONE” will begin on September 17, 2026.</description></item>
<item><title>Passenger car (フィアット Ducato) - Repair</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475501</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475501</guid><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.recall.caa.go.jp/result/detail.php?rcl=00000036000&amp;screenkbn=03">消費者庁</source><description>Repairs are being carried out for a defect in the fuel return hose of フィアット’s “Ducato.”</description></item>
<item><title>かわた菓子研究所 “Processed meat: pâté en croûte” (sold at the 日本橋髙島屋 French Fair) - Exchange/Refund</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475504</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475504</guid><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.recall.caa.go.jp/result/detail.php?rcl=00000036003&amp;screenkbn=03">消費者庁</source><description>かわた菓子研究所 is offering an exchange or refund for “Processed meat: pâté en croûte” due to an incorrectly labeled best-before date (incorrect: 2028.08.21; correct: 2026.09.21).</description></item>
<item><title>連假將至 籲請符合流感及新冠疫苗公費接種資格民眾儘早接種 增加保護力 還可獲得健康幣</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475236</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475236</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cdc.gov.tw/Bulletin/Detail/NmSGjiosphPs1mla9qRq6Q?typeId=9">衛福部疾病管制署</source><description>疾管署表示115年度公費流感及新冠疫苗自10月1日起開打，截至10月19日流感疫苗接種累計約340萬人次、新冠疫苗逾107萬人次。國內流感疫情仍高，新冠已脫離流行期。疾管署呼籲高風險族群儘早接種，並提供Novavax與Moderna廠牌選擇；完成接種可累積健康幣。</description></item>
<item><title>Cases of mpox virus clade Ib have risen significantly in Taiwan; 疾管署 urges at-risk groups to promptly complete 2 vaccine doses</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475235</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475235</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cdc.gov.tw/Bulletin/Detail/WRYbuXJOF_tHjXPtZ49t7w?typeId=9">衛福部疾病管制署</source><description>疾管署 said cases of mpox virus clade Ib have risen significantly in Taiwan. As of October 19, 52 new confirmed cases had been reported, bringing the cumulative total to 568. Contact tracing shows that most recent cases are clade Ib. At-risk groups are urged to promptly complete 2 vaccine doses for protection.</description></item>
<item><title>As flu remains in the epidemic phase, expanded eligibility for publicly funded flu antiviral medication will be extended through November 15, 2026</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475234</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475234</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cdc.gov.tw/Bulletin/Detail/xftynOgE-N_oMXU2RQo76g?typeId=9">衛福部疾病管制署</source><description>疾管署 announced that, as flu remains in the epidemic phase, expanded eligibility for publicly funded flu antiviral medication will be extended through November 15, 2026. Eligible groups include people at high risk of transmission and workers in certain occupations.</description></item>
<item><title>疾管署 clarified that the online claim, “Breaking news on October 十四日: 五角大廈 has banned the purchase and administration of 莫德納Moderna's mRNA flu vaccine across the U.S. military,” is false and not factual, and urged the public not to believe or share it.</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475244</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475244</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cdc.gov.tw/Bulletin/Detail/I7gPo1eG123fzf3a6k3iTQ?typeid=8772">衛福部疾病管制署</source><description>疾管署 clarified that the online claim “五角大廈 bans the purchase of 莫德納 flu vaccines” is false. In fact, the U.S. military health insurance program TRICARE does not currently cover the vaccine and will assess it after CDC includes it in its recommendations.</description></item>
<item><title>【中部水産株式会社】Amended Annual Securities Report - 83rd Fiscal Year (2025/04/01-2026/03/31)</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3472072</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3472072</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:18:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://disclosure2.edinet-fsa.go.jp/WZEK0040.aspx?S100Z8W1,,">EDINET 金融庁開示</source><description>中部水産 filed an amended annual securities report for its 83rd fiscal year (2025/04-2026/03), reporting sales of 37.4 billion yen, ordinary profit of 630 million yen, and net income of 440 million yen. The annual dividend was increased to 90 yen.</description></item>
<item><title>【中部水産株式会社】Amended Annual Securities Report - 82nd Fiscal Year (2024/04/01-2025/03/31)</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3471963</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3471963</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:11:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://disclosure2.edinet-fsa.go.jp/WZEK0040.aspx?S100Z8W0,,">EDINET 金融庁開示</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>【中部水産株式会社】Amended Annual Securities Report - 81st Fiscal Year (2023/04/01-2024/03/31)</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3471951</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3471951</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:03:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://disclosure2.edinet-fsa.go.jp/WZEK0040.aspx?S100Z8WQ,,">EDINET 金融庁開示</source><description>中部水産株式会社 filed an amended annual securities report for its 81st fiscal year (2023/04-2024/03). It reported sales of approximately 36.1 billion yen, ordinary profit of approximately 500 million yen, and net income of approximately 320 million yen, with net assets on an upward trend.</description></item>
<item><title>バーゼル銀行監督委員会による「整合性評価プログラム（RCAP）におけるレバレッジ比率規制の評価」の公表について</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475037</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475037</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.boj.or.jp/finsys/intlact_fs/kisei/kis261020a.htm">日本銀行</source><description>バーゼル銀行監督委員会は10月13日、日本のレバレッジ比率規制に関するRCAP報告書を公表した。</description></item>
<item><title>[Press Conference] Governor Ueda (G20, Oct. 16)</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475038</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475038</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.boj.or.jp/about/press/kaiken_2026/kk261020a.pdf">日本銀行</source><description>At a press conference following the G20, Governor Ueda reported that discussions had covered the impact of the situation in the Middle East and AI-related demand on the global economy and prices. With underlying inflation approaching 2% and financial conditions remaining accommodative, the Bank of Japan indicated that it would continue to raise policy rates and adjust the degree of monetary accommodation.</description></item>
<item><title>Financial and Economic Education Event: “Learn with ワニーサ: Money Classes for the Future in Hiroshima”</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475254</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475254</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://www.fsa.go.jp/news/r8/sonota/20261020/20261020.html">金融庁</source><description>金融庁は、2026年12月5日にイオンモール広島府中で「ワニーサと学ぶ 未来のためのお金の教室 in広島」を開催する。</description></item>
<item><title>臺大醫院 partners with 威剛科技 to conduct clinical-site validation of an AI autonomous mobile disinfection system - Global Bio &amp; Investment Monthly</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475568</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475568</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://news.gbimonthly.com/tw/invest/show.php?num=90830&amp;range=news">環球生技月刊</source><description>臺大醫院 and 威剛科技 jointly unveiled a “next-generation AI smart autonomous mobile disinfection solution,” integrating 222-nanometer far-ultraviolet light, autonomous mobile robots and AI technology. The solution is currently undergoing site validation at 臺大醫院 and 新竹臺大分院.</description></item>
<item><title>Results of the Greater South New Silicon Valley Promotion Program: All-Optical Network Smart City Applications Launch and 第一屆 AI IMPACT</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n1590591</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n1590591</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.niar.org.tw/xmdoc/cont?xsmsid=0I148622737263495777&amp;sid=0Q119600115374022432">國家實驗研究院</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>The online claim that migrant workers receive a million-dollar retirement payout after working for 10 years is based on an incorrect calculation and is misleading.</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475157</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3475157</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:51:30 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://tfc-taiwan.org.tw/fact-check-reports/migrant-worker-pension-calculation">台灣事實查核中心</source><description>The online claim that migrant workers receive a million-dollar retirement payout after working for 10 years is misleading. The amount actually refers to a one-time old-age benefit from labor insurance. A fact-check found the calculation to be incorrect: even using the highest insured salary bracket, the maximum is only just over 510,000, and recipients must be at least 65 years old.</description></item>
<item><title>Boso accommodations: 802 properties have 10 a.m. checkouts. 猫治の村 launches the “十一時倶楽部” and publishes a list of 69 properties with checkouts at or after 11 a.m.</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3472294</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261020-15/index-en-p7.html#n3472294</guid><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://blog.washinmura.jp/blog/eleven-oclock-club/">和心村自有內容</source><description>There are 69 accommodations on the Boso Peninsula with standard checkouts at or after 11 a.m. We inspected every page for 2,207 properties on 3 booking sites and compiled a list. Although Japanese people’s sleep duration is among the shortest in the OECD, many Boso accommodations require checkout at 10 a.m. 和心猫治村, home to 16 rescued cats, is launching a promise for accommodations where guests don’t have to rush in the morning.</description></item>
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