AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-21 18:00–21:00 JST｜Page 2 of 3https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 160 items from 3 sources; Japan, 137 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en TO-distributed film “はじまりのさよなら” wins the Face of the Future Award at the Busan International Film Festival!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494585https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494585Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“はじまりのさよなら,” a film marking the 20th anniversary of murffin discs, won the Face of the Future Award at the Busan Vision Awards at the 31st Busan International Film Festival. The film will open nationwide on Nov. 20. ZETA DIVISION’s APEX LEGENDS division to hold “ZETA-SITE APEX FAN MEETING 2026 Winter Powered by NTT EAST”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494584https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494584Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe esports team ZETA DIVISION, operated by GANYMEDE株式会社, will hold an APEX LEGENDS division fan meeting, “ZETA-SITE APEX FAN MEETING 2026 Winter Powered by NTT EAST,” at Takeshiba Port Hall on Nov. 29, 2026. Sharefull Super Part-Time Job seeks applicants for a courtroom-sketch-artist-style gig at a stage greeting for the film “負けへんで,” starring Masaaki Uchino!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494583https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494583Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESシェアフル株式会社 is recruiting 1 person for a “courtroom-sketch-artist-style gig” to sketch the stage greeting at the Tokyo premiere screening of the film “負けへんで” on Nov. 5, 2026. “Even married couples have things they don't know about each other!” Gift guide for Good Couple Day featuring picks based on the honest opinions of 500 couples publishedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494582https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494582Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES創作品モールあるる, operated by 株式会社システムリサーチ, will publish a gift guide for Good Couple Day on Oct. 21, 2026, based on a survey of 500 married men and women. “STEINS;GATE Final Mission” pop-up event set for Osaka in November!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494581https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494581Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社MAGES. announced that it will hold the “STEINS;GATE Final Mission” pop-up event at a community food hall in Nipponbashi, Osaka, on Nov. 21 and 22, 2026. A 3rd world appears in the hugely popular “UMAbred PARK”! The next theme is “UMA × space = UMAniverse”!? Coming to ミッテン府中 from Oct. 30 to Nov. 8!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494580https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494580Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMerchandise brand UMAbred will hold a pop-up event at ミッテン府中 from Oct. 30 to Nov. 8. The theme is “UMA × space = UMAniverse.” TV anime “しろたん” LINE stickers and LINE themes now availablehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494579https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494579Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Creative Plus has begun distributing LINE stickers and themes for the TV anime “しろたん.” [GUCCI] Gucci unveils “GucciCore” advertising campaign — portraits reflecting diversity against a New York backdrophttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494578https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494578Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESグッチ has unveiled an advertising campaign depicting the world of its 2027 Cruise collection “GucciCore,” set in New York. 一般社団法人自治体DX推進協議会 (GDX) seeks long-term interns among university and graduate studentshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494577https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494577Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人自治体DX推進協議会（GDX）は、官民連携や地方創生に関心を持つ大学生・大学院生を対象に長期インターンを募集している。業務には自治体へのヒアリング支援、地域課題調査、会報誌「自治体DXガイド」の制作、セミナー運営などが含まれる。 “Sleep and the body,” as told by about 130 elite junior youth soccer players. 3 concerns during the growth period revealed by body-pressure measurements, and how to choose bedding | GOKUMIN × 第一ライフグループ pilot project, Part 2https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494576https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494576Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESGOKUMIN, the bedding brand of 株式会社KURUKURU, took part in a soccer event organized by 第一ライフグループ’s pilot project “Setagaya Sports Valley,” conducting body-pressure measurements and sleep consultations for about 130 junior youth players. The initiative involved hearing about the concerns and awareness of players in their growth period and reflecting the findings in product development. CityBaby to release 3rd album “NO MORE PAIN,” their first in 4 years; 8 high-profile acts including JNKMN, CzTiger and 9for featuredhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494575https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494575Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCityBaby will release their 3rd album, “NO MORE PAIN,” on October 12, their first in 4 years. Featuring 8 high-profile acts including JNKMN, CzTiger and 9for, the ambitious work was produced in Bangkok. 【Full film available for free】The epic time-travel sci-fi film “The Final Countdown,” starring Kirk Douglas and an all-star cast, will be available free for a limited 2 weeks in a dubbed version from 20:00 on 10/23 (Fri)!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494574https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494574Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPrime Video「シネフィルWOWOWプラス」の公式YouTubeにて、カーク・ダグラス主演のタイムスリップSF映画『ファイナル・カウントダウン（吹替版）』が10月23日20:00から2週間限定で無料公開される。 【おうちにプロ】家のメンテナンス相談先に関するアンケート調査https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494573https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494573Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA press release summarizing the results of a survey on where people turn for advice about home maintenance, conducted by 株式会社ゼロアクセル. While people tend to rely on family or online searches, clarity of pricing is a key consideration when consulting professional contractors. 【LANVIN en Bleu】New gift collection arrives to bring sparkle to the festive holiday seasonhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494572https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494572Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA new gift collection for the holiday season is now available from LANVIN en Bleu. The lineup includes jewelry featuring heart, clover, horseshoe, Christmas tree, infinity and sheep motifs, and a novelty promotion will also be held starting October 23. Polimill holds “QommonsAI Hyogo Prefecture Caravan,” with 10 local governments in Hyogo Prefecture taking parthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494571https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494571Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPolimill株式会社 held the “QommonsAI Hyogo Prefecture Caravan” from September 14 to 17, 2026, with 10 local governments in Hyogo Prefecture taking part, and supported the use of generative AI by local governments. Polimill holds “QommonsAI Ishikawa Prefecture Caravan”; online participation also available from across the prefecturehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494570https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494570Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPolimill株式会社 held “QommonsAI Ishikawa Prefecture Caravan,” a joint training program to support local governments in using the generative AI tool “QommonsAI,” in Ishikawa Prefecture from October 7 to 9, 2026. 博品館劇場名作リーディングシアター「シャーロック・ホームズ～緋色の研究・出会い～」開幕!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494569https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494569Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Sherlock Holmes reading play “A Study in Scarlet—The Meeting” has opened at 博品館劇場. The production, featuring a star-studded voice cast, runs through October 25. Post-event online sales begin for the “THE IDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls POP UP SHOP”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494568https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494568Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社コンテンツシード will begin post-event online sales for the “THE IDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls POP UP SHOP” on THEキャラ通販サイト on October 21, 2026. Post-event online sales begin for the “THE IDOLM@STER SHINY COLORS” Hyakki Yagyo POP UP SHOP!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494567https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494567Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社コンテンツシード began post-event online sales for the “THE IDOLM@STER SHINY COLORS” Hyakki Yagyo POP UP SHOP on THEキャラ通販サイト on October 21, 2026. Carlo Pino of どっとライブ to appear on Nico Nico Live’s “Watch with VTubers! Movie Commentary Series,” livestreaming commentary on the sci-fi survival action film “Planet Dune: Desert Planet” on Thursday, December 10https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494566https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494566Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESVTuber Carlo Pino of どっとライブ is set to appear in a live commentary broadcast of the film “Planet Dune: Desert Planet” on Nico Nico Live, operated by 株式会社ドワンゴ. The broadcast will take place on December 10, 2026. “Sleepy Sheepy” merchandise from にじさんじ goes on sale at 18:00 on Thursday, October 22, 2026!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494565https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494565Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESANYCOLOR株式会社 will launch 9 types of merchandise themed around “Sleepy Sheepy” from the VTuber group “にじさんじ” at 18:00 on October 22, 2026. 6 livers are participating, and prices range from 350 yen to 2,700 yen. “Sagamiko Illumillion” in Sagamihara, Kanagawa Prefecture, opens Saturday, November 14 | Kanto’s largest-class illumination event, featuring about 6 million lights; “Oto Illumi,” a collaboration area with artists, will also be heldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494564https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494564Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “Sagamiko Illumillion” illumination event, featuring about 6 million lights and among the largest in the Kanto region, will be held at “Sagamiko MORI MORI” in Sagamihara, Kanagawa Prefecture, starting November 14, 2026. The “Oto Illumi” artist collaboration area, popular last year, will feature 5 acts: AI, Yui Sakurai, back number, Mrs. GREEN APPLE and MON7A. Interactive attractions and special events will also be held. The series has sold more than 3 million copies: final volume of the manga adaptation, “She Professed Herself Pupil of the Wise Man THE COMIC 16,” goes on sale 10/29! Existing-volume promotion offers an original illustrated card by Suemitsu Jikka and Fujichocohttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494563https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494563Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESマイクロマガジン社 will release the final volume (Volume 16) of “She Professed Herself Pupil of the Wise Man THE COMIC,” which has sold more than 3 million copies across the series, on October 29, 2026, and will hold a promotion featuring earlier volumes to mark the occasion. Crave Saga: The Divine Bond Instructor: The 16th Extreme Bond-Building Martial Arts Tournament, Excalibur Cup, begins! New EXCEED神器 gacha and special limited-time packs also arrive!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494562https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494562Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 16th Extreme Bond-Building Martial Arts Tournament, the “Excalibur Cup,” begins October 21 in the RPG Crave Saga: The Divine Bond Instructor, operated by 合同会社EXNOA. The new EXCEED神器 “Dodegaius” makes its debut, alongside related gacha draws and limited-time packs. AVAM tapped for Harry Potter trading card game commercial! Devilish idol group takes on its first commercial in a serious matchhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494561https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494561Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 7-member idol group AVAM will make its first appearance in a commercial for the Harry Potter trading card game. The product is scheduled for release on October 24, 2026. Episode 9 of the 2.5D actor documentary series DOCUMENTARY OF ZERO RISE released! A look behind the scenes at the final performance of the ZERO RISE stage production!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494560https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494560Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ブシロード has released the 9th installment of DOCUMENTARY OF ZERO RISE, its behind-the-scenes documentary series for ZERO RISE, a cross-media project themed around basketball, on YouTube. PSO2 New Genesis ver.2 adds new limited-time quest “Sweetie★Panic! '26”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494527https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494527Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:58:52 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社セガ released an update for PSO2 New Genesis ver.2 on October 21, 2026, adding the Halloween limited-time quest “Sweetie★Panic! '26,” new weapon materials, and various scratch tickets. The dreams of young people in Laos are taking flight. Mother Tree holds its first activity report meetinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494528https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494528Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:58:34 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人マザーツリー held its first activity report meeting on October 15, 2026, at the 武蔵野美術大学 Ichigaya Campus, reporting on the results of scholarship support for 8 young people from ethnic minorities in Laos and a visit to the region. Miami sushi restaurant TAKAY MIAMI, with spatial design by KTXアーキラボ, receives an honorable mention in the international Architecture MasterPrize 2026!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494529https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494529Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:57:51 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Wooden Wave, the design for Miami sushi restaurant TAKAY MIAMI by KTXアーキラボ, received an honorable mention in the international Architecture MasterPrize 2026. 高槻市, which boasts the most manhole cover advertisements in the Kinki region, holds unveiling of new designshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494530https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494530Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:57:48 +0900JapanPR TIMES Bestselling author Wataru Hoshi, with more than 600,000 copies sold across 10 books, to hold first commemorative lecture in 3 years on December 13 (Sun.) at Yomiuri Hall in Yurakucho, Tokyo (capacity: 1,100)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494531https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494531Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:52:44 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Rising Star will hold a solo lecture by bestselling author Wataru Hoshi at Yomiuri Hall in Yurakucho, Tokyo, on December 13, 2026, to mark the publication of his new book. Hear the voice of someone dear again with AI. Vaice One to exhibit for the first time at Japan IT Week [Autumn] 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494532https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494532Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:52:16 +0900JapanPR TIMESVaice One Inc., a provider of AI voice production and restoration services, will exhibit for the first time at the Japan Startup Summit, a special event at Japan IT Week [Autumn] 2026, taking place at Makuhari Messe from October 21, 2026. The company will introduce in Japan for the first time a voice restoration service that recreates the voices of the deceased using AI. 株式会社HAKADORI conducts training on improving food production sites for research staff at 鳥取県産業技術センターhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494533https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494533Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:48:18 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社HAKADORI conducted training on improving food production sites for 12 research staff members at 鳥取県産業技術センター's Food Development Research Institute on October 7, 2026. KJ TECH japan's Japan-only FE800 device begins system integration with CX Attendancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494534https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494534Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:47:30 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社KJ TECH japan's FE800 facial recognition reader has begun integration with ラディックス株式会社's CX Attendance time and attendance management system. This enables real-time data synchronization, reducing labor management costs and strengthening governance. ファディー(女性専用フィットネス)遺伝子検査を活用した個別プログラム「ファディーPlus+」を全国29店舗に拡大https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494535https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494535Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:45:32 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社FURDI has expanded availability of its personalized program “FURDI Plus+,” which uses genetic testing, to 29 locations nationwide at its women-only fitness studios, ファディー. Nitori JD.LEAGUE 2026 postseason: Playoffs and Diamond Series overviewhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494536https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494536Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:45:22 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人日本女子ソフトボールリーグ機構 has announced details of the playoffs and Diamond Series in the Nitori JD.LEAGUE 2026 postseason. The playoffs will be held November 7 and 8 at Ota Sports Park Baseball Stadium, and the Diamond Series will take place November 14 and 15 at Giants Town Stadium. A special event, the “Diamond in the Rough Discovery Game,” will also be held. Free rent for 1 year, plus free utilities! With support from Toshima City, a manga mecca, and a web manga production studio helping creators debut: the first installment of TOKYO ＜β＞, Tokyo's largest share-apartment operator, project supporting the dreams of Gen Zhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494799https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494799Thu, 09 Feb 2023 11:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTOKYO＜β＞, a share-apartment operator run by 株式会社三好不動産, has launched the TOKYO＜β＞MANGA-SO project in collaboration with 株式会社ナンバーナイン to nurture WEBTOON creators. The project offers 1 year of free rent and utilities at a property in Toshima City, along with support including a return from royalties after creators make their professional debut. Banks approve NT$67.8 billion in reverse-mortgage loans through September; Taipei, New Taipei and Keelung most popularhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495126https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495126Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:42:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFinancial Supervisory Commission statistics show that, as of the end of the third quarter this year, banks had approved a cumulative 11,285 reverse-mortgage loans worth nearly NT$67.8 billion. The service is most popular in Taipei, New Taipei and Keelung, and 16 banks offer it. If New Taipei suspends work on the 23rd, mayoral and council candidates' ballot-number drawing will move to the 27thhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495127https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495127Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:41:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA新北市選舉委員會 said that if work is suspended on the 23rd because of Typhoon Champi, the ballot-number drawing for mayoral and council candidates will be held on the 27th; otherwise, it will proceed as scheduled on the 23rd. Jiang Qichen canvasses Dongxing Market, touts a 20-minute living circle; Ho Hsin-chun gets tearful recalling late mother in campus speechhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495128https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495128Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:40:56 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAKuomintang Taichung mayoral candidate Jiang Qichen canvassed Dongxing Market, advocating a "20-minute living circle" to balance the city's services. Democratic Progressive Party candidate Ho Hsin-chun spoke at 東海大學 about her political career and became tearful while recalling her late mother. Disaster preparedness training: Fire Agency says goal is to improve public knowledge of disaster prevention and responsehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495129https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495129Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:40:54 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Fire Agency clarified that disaster-preparedness training carries no legal obligation and is not an effort to militarize civilians. Interior Minister Liu Shih-fang aims to train 400,000 people by next year; international standards suggest 800,000 are needed for effective protection. MIPI Showcase Day opens in Taipei, focusing on next-generation interface technologieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495121https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495121Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:33:52 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMIPI聯盟 held a Showcase Day in Taipei, bringing together 16 member companies to demonstrate next-generation interface technologies and solutions and attracting more than 200 professionals. The alliance promotes standardized wired-interface specifications, with applications including humanoid robots, AR/VR and automotive technology. It has 400 member companies worldwide, including 34 in Taiwan. Wu Junli released on NT$5 million bail in alleged profiteering case; court says allegations are serious but detention is unnecessaryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495119https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495119Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:30:50 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaitung County Magistrate Wu Junli is suspected of profiteering in the 東映渡假村 case. The court ordered his release on NT$5 million bail with electronic monitoring, and prosecutors will appeal. His younger sister Wu Xiuhua and Chen Ying, a Democratic Progressive Party candidate, issued separate statements. Taiwan People's Party caucus visits Kinmen Port Passenger Service Center, focusing on collection of traffic fines from foreign visitorshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495120https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495120Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:25:47 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan People's Party caucus legislators Chen Qinglong and Liu Shubin visited the Kinmen Port Passenger Service Center to discuss collection of traffic fines from foreign visitors and baggage-check restrictions for mini-three-links travel with 交通部航港局, 內政部移民署, 警政署, 海巡署 and 金門縣府, among other agencies. Former Hungarian central bank governor detained over alleged embezzlement of 500 million euros in public fundshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495113https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495113Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:23:45 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFormer Hungarian central bank governor György Matolcsy has been detained over alleged embezzlement of 500 million euros in public funds, in one of Hungary's most closely watched corruption cases in recent years. Startup's Zhongque 3 and 4 satellites lift off to test low-Earth-orbit broadband technologyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495114https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495114Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:22:43 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA國家太空中心 said the Zhongque 3 and 4 CubeSats, built by 創未來科技, have lifted off and established communications with a ground station. They will test low-Earth-orbit satellite broadband communications and coordinated operations between satellites. BitoPro teams up with Far Eastern Bank; dollars can be converted directly into USDThttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495115https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495115Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:21:41 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNABitoPro, an exchange under 幣託集團, has teamed up with Bankee of 遠東商業銀行 to launch a "Dollar Top-Up for USDT" service. Using a dollar trust mechanism, it lets investors exchange dollars directly for the USDT stablecoin without multiple conversion steps. Online safety for children and adolescents draws attention; Ministry of Health and Welfare considering tighter ruleshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495111https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495111Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:16:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Legislative Yuan's Health and Welfare Committee's Child and Youth Rights Promotion Committee discussed online safety for children and adolescents. The Ministry of Health and Welfare's Social and Family Affairs Administration said rules on the collection of personal data and other matters have been included in a draft amendment to the Children and Youths Welfare and Rights Protection Act, and it continues to gather public input. Typhoon disrupts plans; Miaoli City Kite Festival events postponed to 11/6https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495112https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495112Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:16:36 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNABecause of Typhoon Champi, the kite performances and activities at Miaoli City's 2026 Kite Culture and Hakka Food Festival have been postponed to Nov. 6 to 8. The Hakka cuisine banquet will be held as scheduled on October 25. Huang Yi-hao suspected of being targeted in cross-border attack; Fu Kun-chi says no one should face threats over their speechhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495102https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495102Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:10:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAComedian Huang Yi-hao was allegedly targeted in a staged car-crash attack planned across borders by Chinese individuals, and New Taipei prosecutors and police indicted 5 people. 國民黨 caucus leader Fu Kun-chi said no one should face violent threats because of their speech, urging the government to let the evidence speak and examine gaps in the system. Shortage of labor-induction drug commonly used for pregnant women; FDA solicits suppliershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495103https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495103Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:08:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAProduction problems at the manufacturer have caused a shortage of the labor-induction drug commonly used for pregnant women, "Dinoprostone vaginal formulation." Supply is expected to return in late February 116. To prevent supply disruptions, the Food and Drug Administration is soliciting applications for special manufacture or import. 懷特新藥 aims to turn profitable in 2 to 3 years; 安克生醫 device wins U.S. insurance coveragehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495099https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495099Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:03:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA美吾華集團 subsidiaries 懷特新藥 and 安克生醫 held a joint investor conference. 懷特新藥 aims to return to profitability in 2 to 3 years; its Blood Treasure product has been adopted by 115 medical institutions, while its Pain Treasure product is expanding overseas. 安克生醫's 呼止偵 has received U.S. federal Medicare coverage, and its 甲狀偵 product is expected to submit a temporary National Health Insurance payment plan in the 4th quarter. Li Sichuan unveils policy platform to win public support, pledges to improve bus drivers’ working conditionshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495100https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495100Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:01:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAKuomintang New Taipei mayoral candidate Li Sichuan established the “New Taipei City Bus Workers Support Association” and pledged to improve bus drivers’ working conditions if elected；he also agreed with Hou You-yi that the election should focus on accomplishments and vision。 More than 160,000 gray-faced buzzards pass through Hengchun, setting 38-year survey recordhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495101https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495101Wed, 21 Oct 2026 20:00:26 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Kenting National Park Headquarters’ survey of raptors passing through Hengchun recorded more than 160,000 birds, a new high in 38 years of systematic surveys。 Hualien prosecutors launch searches；county government land administration official and former Fenglin Township mayor taken inhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495098https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3495098Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:57:24 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA花蓮檢調今日發動搜索，前往縣府觀光處、地政處及鳳林鎮公所調閱資料，並帶回地政處專員與鳳林鎮前鎮長蕭姓等人共2人。據了解，偵辦方向與光電案有關，檢方預計明日說明。 LINE rolls out new NFC tap-to-connect tool, eliminating need to scan codes and linking users to physical locationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494974https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494974Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:50:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNALINE台灣 has launched the new LINE Touch tool, which uses NFC technology to connect physical locations with digital services. Consumers can tap a device to access official accounts, coupons, ordering and other functions, lowering the barrier to use and deepening online-offline integration。 Road beside Fengyuan Transfer Station subsides；city excavation finds no water flow, cause under investigationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494975https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494975Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:49:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA sidewalk beside Fengyuan Transfer Station in Taichung is suspected of having subsided. The Construction Bureau excavated the area but found no water flow；the site has been filled and repaired, and the cause remains under investigation。 Typhoon Kajiki approaches amid rough seas；Coast Guard steps up preparationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494976https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494976Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:48:17 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAWith Typhoon Kajiki approaching and seas rough, the 海洋委員會海巡署 has fully activated typhoon preparations, coordinating with the Maritime and Port Bureau to clear the waters and direct cargo and commercial vessels to leave. It warned that violators entering restricted waters without authorization face fines of NT$50,000 to NT$250,000。 Lin Cheng-sheng leads young Duobao painters to Kyoto；Taiwanese paintings to be exhibited at Japanese art museumhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494972https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494972Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:42:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADirector Lin Cheng-sheng led young painters from 多寶藝術學堂 on a 21-day sketching trip to Kyoto, Japan. Their 40 Taiwan-themed paintings will be exhibited at 京瓷美術館, and the journey will be featured in a documentary expected to be released at the end of the year。 China again criticizes Puma Shen；MAC says it makes no secret of its intent to interfere in Taiwan’s electionshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494973https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494973Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:41:13 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Taiwan Affairs Office has criticized Taipei mayoral candidate Puma Shen at press conferences for 2 consecutive weeks. The Mainland Affairs Council said this made clear China’s intent to interfere in Taiwan’s elections。 Cybersecurity agency warns of emerging AI attacks, urges businesses to adopt 2 key defenseshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494958https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494958Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:38:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 數發部資安署 warned that emerging AI tools are being weaponized and urged businesses to reduce their attack surfaces and implement backups and recovery measures as 2 key defenses. It also offered free protection resources and hotline assistance。 Typhoon Kajiki approaches；武陵 and 福壽山農場 to close as a precaution from noon on the 22ndhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494959https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494959Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:37:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA退輔會宣布武陵、福壽山農場因颱風薔琵來襲，自22日中午12時起預警性休園，並協助旅客辦理訂房取消或延期事宜。 不受颱風薔琵影響 台北曲藝團馬祖24日照常演出https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494960https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494960Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:36:06 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA連江縣政府 is holding the inaugural “Theater on the Islands” theater arts festival. 台北曲藝團 said it would perform as scheduled in Nangan, Matsu, on the 24th despite Typhoon Kajiki。 French 10-year bond yield tops 5%, highest since 2002https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494954https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494954Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:35:04 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFrance’s 10-year bond yield topped 5%, reaching its highest level since 2002, as investors demanded higher returns amid a budget deadlock and street violence；穆迪 will decide on France’s sovereign credit rating on the 23rd, with a downgrade expected。 Inbal turns 90；北市交 releases “One Image, One Sound” documenting their artistic journey togetherhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494955https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494955Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:34:02 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAConductor Eliahu Inbal has turned 90. TSO台北市立交響樂團 presented a documentary, “One Image, One Sound,” and a vinyl record as birthday gifts, documenting his decade of work with the orchestra。 中油估今年利息支出125億 盼增資撥補通過續守評等穩定https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494956https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494956Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:33:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中油 estimates its interest expenses will reach NT$12.5 billion this year. Taiwan Petroleum Workers’ Union Chairman Chen Chia-lin said the government’s proposed NT$101.431 billion subsidy and NT$233.834 billion capital injection should pass to maintain a stable 惠譽信評 rating and improve the company’s finances。 Typhoon Kajiki approaches；travelers advised to check for flight changeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494957https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494957Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:32:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA颱風薔琵逼近，華航、台灣虎航宣布明日飛往沖繩航班異動；星宇、長榮暫無異動但提醒留意；立榮、華信國內線部分航班取消或調整。 Super El Niño takes hold; BBC: 5 major impacts on global weatherhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494883https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494883Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:27:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe BBC reported that the record-breaking Super El Niño has had five major impacts on global weather, including severe wildfires in Indonesia, frequent hurricanes in the eastern Pacific, a quiet Atlantic hurricane season, reduced monsoon rainfall in India affecting agriculture, and powerful typhoons hitting eastern China and Japan. Xi-Trump meeting: U.S. expert says Taiwan should not see itself as a pawnhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494884https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494884Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:27:53 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAU.S. expert Gan Haosen said that the idea of Taiwan being treated as a bargaining chip is largely media hype, and that Taiwan should have confidence rather than see itself as a pawn. He also said the likelihood of war is low amid the U.S.-China trade truce. Shimen Reservoir at 91.7% capacity; Northern Region Water Resources Branch prepares for Typhoon Fengshenhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494885https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494885Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:27:51 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Northern Region Water Resources Branch convened a flood-preparedness meeting as Shimen Reservoir reached 91.7% capacity. It will adjust its water-release strategy based on rainfall from Typhoon Fengshen and assess whether to activate the Amuping desilting tunnel. Typhoon Fengshen approaches; 水利署 launches flood preparations and warns Taipei, New Taipei and other areas to step up alertshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494886https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494886Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:26:49 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA水利署 launched flood-preparedness measures as Typhoon Fengshen approaches, reviewing the work of its regional branches and urging local governments to heighten their alerts. Shimen Reservoir is at 92.23% capacity, dredging in the Hualien and Matai'an rivers has reached 23.85 million cubic meters, and the Wanli River landslide-dammed lake holds about 5.11 million tons of water. Taipei, New Taipei and other areas should step up typhoon preparations. Former music director Chien Wen-pin invited back to the NSO podium; braised pork rice returns for 40th anniversaryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494887https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494887Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:26:47 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe NSO國家交響樂團 is celebrating its 40th anniversary by inviting former music director Chien Wen-pin back to the podium for a concert, and bringing back the braised pork rice he enjoyed during his tenure as a nostalgic touch. Former general manager of Korean cheerleader's agency stabbed to death; Huang sentenced to 18 yearshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494802https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494802Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:23:45 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChan Chih-neng, the former general manager of an agency representing Korean cheerleaders, was fatally stabbed by a man surnamed Huang in Taichung in August 2025. The 台中地院 sentenced Huang to 18 years in prison for causing death through injury. 烏克蘭星鏈使用權 盧比歐：馬斯克決定而非白宮https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494803https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494803Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:22:43 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAU.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said access to the 星鏈 system in Ukraine is determined by SpaceX and Elon Musk, not the White House. Japan reportedly seeks U.S. help coordinating as yttrium reserves near depletion; China's Foreign Ministry responds coollyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494801https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494801Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:17:40 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAJapan's reserves of the critical rare earth element yttrium are nearing depletion, and it has asked the United States to urge China to ease export controls, the 英國金融時報 reported. China's Foreign Ministry said it was imposing controls on Japan in accordance with the law to prevent its remilitarization. Company failed to report more than NT$40 million in triangular-trade revenue; tax agency AI system catches omission and issues finehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494800https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494800Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:14:38 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 財政部高雄國稅局 used an AI system to discover that 甲公司 had failed to report more than NT$40.84 million in export revenue from triangular trade. The company was assessed more than NT$730,000 in additional taxes and fined more than NT$440,000. Vice President Hsiao meets Canadian national security delegation, thanks Canada for supporting peace in Taiwan Straithttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494778https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494778Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:09:36 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAVice President Hsiao Bi-khim met with a Canadian delegation on national security affairs, thanking Canada for reiterating its support for peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait, opposing unilateral changes to the status quo by force, and sending naval vessels through the Taiwan Strait. She also expressed hope for deeper bilateral cooperation across various fields. Northeast monsoon and typhoon prompt National Park Service to urge postponement of mountain and marine activitieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494779https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494779Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:06:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAWith the northeast monsoon strengthening and the outer circulation of Typhoon Fengshen bringing a combined impact, the 內政部國家公園署 urged the public to postpone mountain and marine activities, and reminded people to watch for landslides and falling rocks and follow coastal safety advisories. Li Chao makes Taiwan Series debut with eyes only on batter; embraces pressure to avoid mistakes and hopes to enjoy the stagehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494780https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494780Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:05:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中職味全龍隊投手李超在總冠軍賽初登板，中繼1局無失分，自評表現80分，表示壓力大但享受舞台。 Chiang Wan-an says he will serve out his term; Shen Po-yang: He should have given a clear answer when first askedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494781https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494781Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:05:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA蔣萬安表示將做完台北市長4年任期並做得更好；民進黨參選人沈伯洋認為蔣應在第一時間給出明確答案，並回應關於其認知作戰研究及民調領先等議題。 Asian stocks broadly rebound to close higher as tech shares recover and investors take an optimistic view of corporate earningshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494782https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494782Wed, 21 Oct 2026 19:05:27 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAsian stock markets staged a strong rebound, with tech shares recovering; SpaceX reported a first-quarter profit and was said to be considering a merger with 特斯拉, lifting shares of related companies. Cabinet: Closely monitor Typhoon Champi and work together to implement disaster preparednesshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494776https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494776Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:57:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Executive Yuan's disaster prevention office, in response to Typhoon Champi, called on central agencies and local governments to closely monitor its movements and implement preparations for heavy rain, flooding and landslides, activating response mechanisms and preventive evacuations based on risk assessments. Game 4 of the Taiwan Series draws a full house of 40,000; 味全龍 prepares indoor champagne celebration as it seeks titlehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494777https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494777Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:55:23 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAGame 4 of the Chinese Professional Baseball League championship series was held at the Taipei Dome, where 味全龍 held a 3-0 lead and was one win away from the title. Tickets sold out, setting a record with a full house of 40,000. To celebrate winning the championship, the team prepared 7000 red streamers and moved its customary champagne-spraying ceremony indoors. Ebola cases reported in Kenya and Nigeria; 疾管署 says risk to Taiwan remains lowhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494650https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494650Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:53:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Ebola outbreak in Africa has spread, with Kenya and Nigeria reporting their first imported cases of Bundibugyo virus disease (BVD). 疾管署 assessed the threat to Taiwan as low and said it would not raise travel alerts for the two countries for now, while maintaining a Level Three warning for the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Australian lawmaker deliberately struck by car, has both legs amputated but is stablehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494651https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494651Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:50:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAustralian lawmaker Haines was deliberately struck by a car in the Victorian town of Wangaratta, resulting in the amputation of both legs. Haines is now in stable condition. Suspect Nugent has been charged with dangerous driving and assaulting a public official, among other offenses. Writer Hsu Jung-che kicks table in anger during Asia University speech, admits “I was at fault”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494652https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494652Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:49:17 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAWriter Hsu Jung-che angrily kicked a table during a speech at 亞洲大學 after students did not respond to his question. He later apologized on Facebook and promised to cover medical expenses; the university said it did not condone the behavior and had initiated a campus safety report. Beijing accused of using staged car crash to carry out transnational repression against Huang Yi-hao; Cabinet platform activated to respondhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494644https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494644Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:49:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe New Taipei District Prosecutors Office has concluded its investigation into an assault on comedian Huang Yi-hao in a staged car crash allegedly planned by people overseas, indicting 5 people. 行政院 said the case had been referred to its “Cross-Agency Platform for Responding to Transnational Repression” for active handling, and that it was considering legal amendments to deter local collaborators from assisting the Chinese Communist Party in crimes in Taiwan. Extra holiday service: Taiwan Railways adds 3 local express trains between Taipei and Taichung for Retrocession Day holidayhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494645https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494645Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:46:12 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台鐵公司 announced that, to meet travel demand during the Retrocession Day holiday, it would add 3 local express train services between Taipei and Taichung on 10月23日 and 26日, bringing the total number of extra services to 6. Earthy taste in Zhunan and Toufen tap water; water company considers compensationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494646https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494646Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:46:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA苗栗縣竹南、頭份地區自來水出現土味，台灣自來水公司追查主因為永和山水庫藻類代謝物質擴散至取水層。台水公司已調整取水層並加強處理，確認水質符合標準。國民黨立委邱鎮軍要求台水研議補償方案，台水董事長李嘉榮允諾評估水費減免措施。 Wang Hou-cheng to take over as head of Occupational Disaster Reconstruction Center from 22https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494647https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494647Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:45:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA勞動部宣布，王厚誠自22日起接任職業災害預防及重建中心執行長，將優先推動強化前端預防、串聯傷病診治與重建服務等三項重點工作。 Ministry of Finance: Public welfare lottery sales totaled NT$147.7 billion in first 9 months, up 5.9% year on yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494648https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494648Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:43:06 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Ministry of Finance said cumulative sales of public welfare lottery tickets reached NT$147.76 billion in the first 9 months of this year, up 5.9% year on year. Net proceeds totaled NT$31.86 billion, up 5.6%. The proceeds have been used to subsidize the national pension program, National Health Insurance and local government social welfare programs, while the distributor system provided employment for 75,338 people. Nearly 70,000 new immigrants in Taipei, most originally from mainland China, Hong Kong and Macaohttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494649https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494649Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:43:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAStatistics released by the Taipei City Department of Budget, Accounting and Statistics showed that nearly 70,000 new immigrants lived in the city as of the end of August 115. Most were originally from mainland China, Hong Kong and Macao, and women significantly outnumbered men. Chiang Han to give his all as starter or reliever in Taiwan Series; strong yin-yang chemistry with Lin Chen-hsunhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494641https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494641Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:42:02 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA味全龍隊洋投蔣銲在台灣大賽首戰先發優質表現助球隊搶勝，賽後分享與捕手林辰勳「一動一靜」的默契搭配，並表示若能在封王戰後援關門將是生涯精彩時刻。 Cross-border attack by China; Huang Yi-hao to keep performing: 'I won't let them think violence works'https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494642https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494642Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:41:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAComedian Huang Yi-hao was injured in an apparent staged car crash allegedly orchestrated by people linked to the Chinese Communist Party. Police and prosecutors found that a suspect paid others NT$450,000 to stage the crash in an attempt to stop him from performing. Huang said he would continue performing and speaking out on related issues, and would not let the other side think violence works. Typhoon Jangmi's track shifts slightly west; sea warning may be issued as early as late tonight, land warning on the afternoon of 22https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494628https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494628Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:39:43 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Central Weather Administration said Typhoon Champi has shifted slightly westward in its projected path. A sea warning could be issued as early as late tonight or early tomorrow morning, with a land warning expected after noon tomorrow. The northeast monsoon will bring cooler temperatures to northern Taiwan and Yilan. Taiwan Mobile's acquisition of Systex clears Fair Trade Commission review, aims for up to 58% stake by 11/5https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494643https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494643Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:37:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Fair Trade Commission has decided not to prohibit 台信電訊, a subsidiary of 台灣大哥大, from acquiring 精誠資訊. The deal is still subject to valid tenders reaching 39%, and the planned acquisition is for up to about 58% of the shares. 精誠資訊 shareholders may tender their shares by 3:30 p.m. on November 5. Brothers reshuffle their lineup for Taiwan Series Game 4; Zhang Shilun remains in the starting lineup and gets his chancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494626https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494626Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:36:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中信兄弟隊 reshuffled their lineup for Game 4 of the 中華職棒 championship series, resting Chen Chun-hsiu and moving Zhang Ren-wei to third base while keeping the top 2 spots unchanged. Manager 平野惠一 said 張士綸 would remain in the starting lineup to foster competition within the team. Typhoon Champi approaches; Matsu sea transport suspended from the 22ndhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494627https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494627Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:36:53 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAs Typhoon Champi approaches, the 連江縣政府 announced that sea transport to and from Matsu would be suspended from the 22nd through the 24th, with some routes subject to adjustment based on sea conditions. More banks offer interest-free installments than in previous years as iPhone Duo preorders surge in Chinahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494624https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494624Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:33:49 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA蘋果's first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo, has gone on pre-order in China at a record-high price. To ease the burden on consumers and attract high-quality customers, multiple banks are offering interest-free installment plans and additional discounts under the government's consumer loan interest subsidy policy, helping banks optimize their retail lending structure. Stocks and the Taiwan dollar rebound strongly; Taiwan dollar rises 1.29 jiao, its biggest gain in more than 2 monthshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494625https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261021-18/index-en-p2.html#n3494625Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:32:47 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Taiwan dollar closed at 32.488 per U.S. dollar, rising 1.29 jiao for its biggest gain in more than 2 months. The Taiex rebounded 594.84 points to close at 46887.77, led by technology stocks. Foreign investors ended a 10-session selling streak and bought back NT$960 million in shares.