Taichung City–Shalu District mobile phone outage information: 中華電信
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
The 國家通訊傳播委員會 issued information on a 中華電信 mobile phone service outage in Shalu District, Taichung City. Service was disrupted because of 1 faulty base station.
Miaoli County - Tai'an Township mobile phone service outage information: 遠傳電信
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
The 國家通訊傳播委員會 issued information on a 遠傳電信 mobile phone service outage in Tai'an Township, Miaoli County. Service was disrupted because of 1 faulty base station.
Miaoli County - Gongguan Township mobile phone service outage information: 遠傳電信
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
Mobile phone service was disrupted for 遠傳電信 in Gongguan Township, Miaoli County, because of 1 faulty base station. The affected period is Oct. 24 to 26, 2026.
New Taipei City - Wanli District mobile phone service outage information: 台灣大哥大, 遠傳電信, 中華電信
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
The 國家通訊傳播委員會 issued information on a mobile phone service outage in Wanli District, New Taipei City, involving faulty base stations at providers including 台灣大哥大, 遠傳電信 and 中華電信.
New Taipei City - Pinglin District mobile phone service outage information: 中華電信, 遠傳電信, 台灣大哥大
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
The 國家通訊傳播委員會 issued information on a mobile phone service outage in Pinglin District, New Taipei City. 中華電信, 遠傳電信 and 台灣大哥大 all had faulty base stations.
Jianshan Bridge water-level station warning lifted (Miaoli County)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
The 水利署 announced that the high-water warning at the Jianshan Bridge water-level station in Toufen City, Miaoli County, has been lifted. Please continue to follow real-time updates.
Flood sensor threshold reached (Taoyuan City, New Taipei City)
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
The 水利署 issued a cancellation notice for the flood sensor threshold alert at Airport MRT A8 Station. The flood depth there has fallen to below 10 centimeters.
台灣自來水公司 issued a water outage alert for Wulin Village, Renwu District, Kaohsiung City, due to emergency repairs at No. 12, Lane 307, Renxin Road. The outage is scheduled from 13:49 to 17:00 on Oct. 24, 2026.
台灣自來水公司 issued a water outage alert for Wulin Village, Renwu District, Kaohsiung City, due to emergency repairs at No. 156-2, Renlin Road. The outage is scheduled from 13:34 to 17:00 on Oct. 24, 2026.
台灣自來水公司 issued a water outage alert for Longyuan Village, Bali District, and Jifu Village, Wugu District, New Taipei City, because of a power supply abnormality on Section 4, Chengtai Road. The outage is scheduled from 13:21 to 17:00 on Oct. 24, 2026.
The 水利署 issued a yellow flood alert for the bend on Zhanqian South Road in Luodong Township, Yilan County, after the water level reached 10 centimeters or more.
台灣自來水公司 issued a water outage alert for multiple villages in Toucheng Township, Yilan County, due to repairs to a burst water pipe in Daxi. The affected area includes 13 villages, including Dakeng, Dali and Daxi. The alert takes effect from 13:10 on Oct. 24, 2026, until the end time of 00:00 on Oct. 25, 2026.
Disaster-related power outages (Yilan County, Hualien County, Nantou County, Pingtung County, Miaoli County, Taoyuan City, Kaohsiung City, Keelung City, Yunlin County, New Taipei City, Hsinchu City, Hsinchu County, Chiayi County, Changhua County, Taichung City, Taipei City, Tainan City)
Taipei to open evacuation gates and flood embankment ramps in stages from 13:00 today (24)（New Taipei City，Taipei City）
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 國家災害防救科技中心
The Taipei City Government announced it will open multiple evacuation gates and flood embankment ramps along the Keelung River，Xindian River，Jingmei River and Tamsui River in stages from 13:00 on the 24th。
Typhoon Sepat brings 37 incidents in Penghu；“saltwater haze” devastates trees
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The combined effect of Typhoon Sepat and the northeasterly monsoon hit Penghu，causing 37 incidents，including 13 cases of infrastructure damage such as fallen streetlights。Strong winds carried “saltwater haze” that devastated coastal trees and caused leaves to wither；reptiles were also seen seeking shelter during the day。
Facts
37 incidents
From 4 p.m. on the 22nd to 8 a.m. on the 24th
13 incidents involving basic public infrastructure
Terrorist attack at Jordan church leaves 7 dead，40 injured；king vows harsh punishment
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Gunmen attacked Hamed Church in Jordan’s Karak Governorate during a funeral，leaving 7 dead and 40 injured。Authorities identified it as a terrorist act carried out by extremists，and King Abdullah II vowed to punish the perpetrators with an iron fist。
After 8 years，German President Steinmeier to visit China on the 27th
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
At the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping，German President Steinmeier will make a state visit to China from the 27th to the 31st，marking his first visit to China in 8 years。
Watch for provincial highway restrictions during the Retrocession Day holiday；Highway Bureau: discounts available for public transit
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Highway Bureau reminded travelers of provincial highway restrictions during the Retrocession Day holiday and is offering 85% fares on intercity bus routes。Register as a TPASS 2.0 member and sign up for the 綠色運輸服務平台 to get fares as low as 57%。
Facts
85% fares on intercity buses
Fares as low as 57%
A total of 629 trips operated on western Taiwan intercity bus routes
Transported 8409 people
Transported 120 people
62.87% of seats remain available on western Taiwan intercity buses
78.49% of seats remain available on eastern Taiwan intercity buses
Worksite accident in Xinzhuang，New Taipei；2 elevator workers fall to their deaths
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
An accident occurred at a construction site on Zhongyuan East Road in Xinzhuang District，New Taipei。Two elevator installation workers apparently fell from the height of the 3rd floor to basement 1 and died after being taken to hospital。Police will investigate the cause of the accident with labor authorities。
Chen Ying concerned about orchard and fishing port losses；Wu Hsiu-hua inspects damage to atemoya orchard
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Typhoon Sepat damaged Taitung’s agriculture and fisheries。Democratic Progressive Party county commissioner candidate Chen Ying inspected the damage and urged the 農業部 to speed up its assessment；Kuomintang candidate Wu Hsiu-hua inspected an atemoya orchard with County Commissioner Rao Ching-ling and Legislator Huang Chien-pin，hoping the government would activate assistance。
U.S. stocks fall ahead of Fed meeting；scholar expects short-term pressure on the Taiwan dollar after the holiday
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Influenced by falling U.S. stocks，foreign fund withdrawals，companies investing in the United States and the Taiwan-U.S. interest rate gap，scholar Chiu Ta-sheng said the Taiwan dollar is likely to face short-term depreciation pressure after the holiday。A hawkish signal from the Federal Reserve in October would further affect its trajectory。
Facts
Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 1.23%
S&P 500 fell 0.52%
Nasdaq Composite fell 0.21%
Philadelphia Semiconductor Index plunged 6.72% on the 22nd
It recovered somewhat on the 23rd，rebounding 0.44%
3 major factors
美國聯準會 will announce its latest interest rate decision on the 28th
With another 1-notch rate hike expected in December，Chiu Ta-sheng believes that even if the Fed makes no new move on interest rates in October
Another 1-notch rate hike expected in December
Looking ahead to the 4th quarter of this year
and even the 1st quarter of next year，export momentum is expected to hold up
Radar and surface wind observations indicate Typhoon Sepat’s center only skirted Nanfang’ao and did not make landfall
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Based on radar and surface wind observations， the 中央氣象署 determined that Typhoon Sepat’s center did not make a full landfall but instead passed near Nanfang’ao。The land typhoon warning was lifted at 2:30 p.m.。
Facts
About 260 kilometers northeast of Taipei
At a speed of 18 to 21 kilometers per hour
Land typhoon warning for Sepat lifted at 2:30 p.m.
Typhoon Sepat devastates Yunlin crops；Liu Chien-kuo invites agriculture agency to inspect damage and urges swift aid
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Typhoon Sepat devastated crops in Yunlin。Legislator Liu Chien-kuo invited Chen Shang-jen，director of the central branch of the 農業部農糧署，to inspect the damage and urged the swift issuance of relief funds to help farmers resume cultivation。
Artistic performances by 4 Taiwan-Japan schools open in Kaohsiung，showcasing international exchange
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The “Music and Dance Kaohsiung Bear” performances by 4 Taiwan-Japan schools opened in Kaohsiung。Organized by Zuoying Senior High School，the event brought together the 日本專修大學熊本玉名高等學校 VENTURES行進樂隊， 大義國中 and 勝利國小 for a series of performances showcasing international exchange。
Facts
2026 “Music and Dance Kaohsiung Bear—Taiwan-Japan Youth Artistic Resonance”
Kaohsiung, 24
The first performance will be at 4 p.m. on the 25th
Weather bureau expects to lift Sepat sea warning from late afternoon to evening；rain in the north likely to ease after nightfall
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The weather bureau expects to lift the sea warning for Sepat from late afternoon to evening，and rain in northern Taiwan is expected to ease after nightfall。
Facts
2:30 p.m.
260 kilometers away
At a speed of 18 to 21 kilometers per hour
The mountainous areas of Miaoli recorded the most，at 293 millimeters
Typhoon Shanshan’s land warning lifted; CDC urges public to follow 3 disease prevention measures while cleaning up
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
With Typhoon Shanshan’s land warning lifted, the CDC reminded the public to follow three disease prevention measures when cleaning up their homes: use personal protection, remove containers of standing water, and pay attention to food hygiene. It also urged eligible people to get flu and COVID-19 vaccinations as soon as possible.
Taiwan’s 24 arms procurement cases from the U.S.: 21 on schedule, 3 delayed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Ministry of National Defense reported to the Legislative Yuan that Taiwan has 24 ongoing arms procurement cases from the U.S. Of these, 21 are on schedule, while 3—the MK48 heavy torpedo, AGM-154C missile and F-16V BLK70 fighter aircraft—have been delayed due to factors including supply chain disruptions.
Facts
24 ongoing arms procurement cases from the U.S.
Of these, 21 are on schedule
3 cases delayed
NT$5,460,586,000 allocated
Including 24 combat torpedoes
And 4 exercise torpedoes
NT$135,971,500,000 allocated
Performance upgrades for 141 F-16A/B fighter aircraft
NT$247,228,830,000 allocated
Procurement of 66 F-16 BLK70 fighter aircraft
The first 2 aircraft arrived on Oct. 2 this year
More than NT$8.7 billion allocated
Mainly procurement of 154 communications and information nodes
2 workers fall from height at construction site on Zhongyuan East Road in New Taipei’s Xinzhuang; in critical condition
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
2 workers fell from a height at a construction site on Zhongyuan East Road in Xinzhuang District, New Taipei City. They are suspected to have fallen from the 7th or 8th floor to basement 1. Both had no breathing or heartbeat when taken to hospital and were rushed to 衛福部台北醫院 and 輔大醫院 for emergency treatment.
2 coast guard personnel stung by bees while pursuing missing Vietnamese migrant worker; no danger to their lives
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Two coast guard personnel were stung by ground-nesting bees while pursuing a missing Vietnamese migrant worker in Xiaoyeliu, Taitung. They were not in life-threatening condition, and the worker was later arrested.
Facts
2 coast guard personnel who entered the brush to pursue the worker
Campaign vehicle belonging to Nantou’s Caotun Township chief stolen; suspect arrested in Tainan after theft spree
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A campaign vehicle hired by Caotun Township chief in Nantou County Chien Tzu-sheng was stolen. The suspect, a man surnamed Yang, headed south to Kaohsiung and Tainan, where he committed further crimes before being arrested.
Opposition criticizes farewell for Hsu Chia-ching at overseas affairs meeting; 僑委會 says commissioners signed invitation, no extra public funds spent
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Opposition parties criticized 僑委會 for spending public funds on a farewell party and birthday celebration for former minister Hsu Chia-ching. 僑委會 responded that more than 100 commissioners signed a joint invitation, the event featured singing and a complimentary short film, and no additional public funds were spent. It also said it would gather evidence and take legal action.
Facts
More than 100 overseas community affairs commissioners
Farewell dinner at the Overseas Community Affairs Commissioners’ meeting on the 22nd
The 46 overseas community affairs commissioners whose terms end this year
Chen Tse-yao earns Golden Bell nomination with comedic flair, changes flight to attend ceremony
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Malaysian actor Chen Tse-yao was nominated for Best Actor in a Drama Program at the Golden Bell Awards for the comedy “Prisoner’s Diary.” To attend the ceremony, which was postponed due to a typhoon, he urgently arranged to change his flight and stay in Taiwan. His wife and daughter also came to Taiwan to be with him.
GMO hit by unauthorized access; urges Japanese government to take proactive action
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The cloud service used for foreign exchange margin trading by major Japanese IT company GMO網路公司 was accessed without authorization. The company announced that it had urgently asked the Japanese government to launch “proactive cyber defense” measures and pledged to compensate affected users and provide condolence payments.
Facts
More than 20,000 users
A condolence payment of 5,000 yen
Send an email before Nov. 6
Accounts of users at more than 70 securities firms, foreign exchange margin trading companies and other businesses
A third party’s implanted malware was discovered on the 20th of this month
Server operations suspended from 4 a.m. on the 21st
Iranian officials say detailed plan drawn up to attack undersea cables in Persian Gulf if fighting resumes
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Two senior Iranian security officials told 路透社 that Tehran has drawn up a detailed plan to target undersea communications cables in the Persian Gulf region if the U.S. and Israel attack Iran again, and to try to prevent repairs in order to prolong communications outages.
Facts
About 99% of global internet traffic is transmitted via undersea cables
Less than 1% of international bandwidth passes through the Strait of Hormuz
South Korean media: Kim Jong Un visits China via new Yalu River bridge
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
韓聯社 reported that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrived in Dandong, Liaoning Province, China, via the newly opened Yalu River bridge. It is his first visit to China in more than a year. The bridge links Dandong in China with Sinuiju in North Korea, is 3,026 meters long and officially opened on the 15th of this month.
Aftershocks from earthquake in Baqing, Nagqu, Tibet, China, reach 892
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A magnitude 7 earthquake struck Baqing County in Nagqu, Tibet, China, on the evening of the 22nd. By noon on the 24th, a total of 892 aftershocks had been recorded, leaving 16 dead and 76 injured.
Reuters: Biden and Trump administrations sought Musk's changes to Starlink services in Ukraine and the Middle East
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Reuters reported that the Biden and Trump administrations had asked Musk's SpaceX to adjust Starlink services, including shutting down services in Yemen, Lebanon and Iran to prevent Iranian proxy militias from using them, and enabling services in Ukraine and Iran to support allies or protesters. The moves highlight the U.S. government's reliance on private companies to carry out foreign policy and raise questions about Musk's decision-making authority.
Facts
6 former senior U.S. officials familiar with the matter
4 former officials said
After the United States and Israel launched joint attacks in 2025 and 2026
According to Reuters, in 2022 Musk ordered SpaceX staff to cut Starlink service in areas Ukraine was trying to retake
After the death of Mahsa Amini, an Iranian woman arrested in September 2022 for improperly wearing a headscarf
After the United States and Israel jointly attacked Iran in June 2025 and February 2026
The U.S. government has shipped thousands of Starlink terminals to Iran
Yangmingshan visitor service centers to close on 10/25; public urged to stay away from mountain areas
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 陽明山國家公園管理處 announced that all visitor service centers would be closed on October 25 due to the typhoon and post-disaster preparations, and urged the public to avoid mountain areas for the time being to stay safe.
Typhoon Jangmi triggers landslides at multiple sites in Hsinchu County mountains; 1512 evacuated from Jianshi and Wufeng
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Typhoon Jangmi affected Hsinchu County, causing multiple landslides and rockfalls in the mountain areas of Jianshi Township and Wufeng Township, disrupting some roads or restricting traffic to one lane. As of 12 p.m., a total of 1512 people had been evacuated from the 2 townships, and 11 shelters had been opened. A total of 893 households across the county remained without power, and 台電 continued repair work. No one was dead or missing.
Facts
A total of 1512 evacuated
987 evacuated from Jianshi Township
525 from Wufeng Township
11 shelters opened
136 people housed so far
A total of 49 disaster reports received
893 households across the county still without power
台水: 19 backup generators activated; more than 270,000 households spared water outages
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
To prepare for Typhoon Jangmi, 台水公司 activated its emergency response mechanism across the board and has brought 19 backup generators online to ensure more than 270,000 households are spared water outages. It also mobilized 3056 people for standby duty and is using interregional water-supply coordination to ensure normal service in areas including Taoyuan and Hsinchu.
Facts
19 backup generators activated
27.7萬 households suffer water outages
574 generators ready for deployment across Taiwan
347 partner companies
A total of 3056 people on 24-hour standby
12萬 cubic meters of water allocated per day
90,000 cubic meters per day allocated to support the Hukou area
France deploys 70,000 police to prevent weekend protests from turning into riots
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
To prevent weekend protests from escalating into riots, the French government will deploy about 70,000 police nationwide on the 24th, including elite counterterrorism units and a range of equipment. Protests last weekend sparked serious street violence and looting, forcing several museums to close and art exhibitions to shorten their opening hours, while businesses stepped up security. The wave of protests reflects public discontent across Europe, with demonstrations also expected in countries including Italy, Austria and Spain.
Facts
About 70,000 police to be deployed
To be deployed nationwide on the 24th
In addition to adding 10,000 police
Just 6 months remain until next year's French presidential election
Jangmi weakens to a light typhoon; weather agency to lift land warning at 2:30 p.m.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Typhoon Jangmi weakened to a light typhoon, and the 中央氣象署 announced that the land warning would be lifted at 2:30 p.m. The sea warning is expected to be lifted in the late afternoon or evening.
Facts
2:30 p.m.
260 kilometers away
At a speed of 18 to 21 kilometers per hour
Original中心氣壓975百帕
Maximum sustained winds near the center of 30 meters per second
Beijing steps up anti-Japanese narrative; scholar says history used to deter Japanese involvement in Taiwan Strait
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Scholars say Beijing's stepped-up anti-Japanese narrative aims to use historical issues to deter Japan from becoming involved in the Taiwan Strait, reflecting that Japan has become a party China must deal with on the Taiwan issue.
Transportation ministry plans to revise regulations for school buses for young children to attract more manufacturers
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Transportation Ministry plans to revise regulations for school buses for young children, easing restrictions on aisle and emergency-exit heights and other requirements to attract manufacturers to enter the market. There are currently about 3500 such buses nationwide, with 300 to 400 replaced each year, and only 1 operator remains. The goal is to issue the regulations by the end of the year.
Facts
About 3500 school buses for young children nationwide
About 300 to 400 vehicles are replaced each year when they reach the end of their service life.
Only 1 producer remains domestically.
From 2014 to the present.
The aisle height will be lowered from the current minimum of 130 centimeters to a minimum of 120 centimeters.
The safety door height will be lowered from a minimum of 120 centimeters to a minimum of 100 centimeters.
The seat-back height will be raised from 40 to 45 centimeters to 47 to 49 centimeters.
A 30-day notice period.
Subsidies cover 40% of the purchase cost per vehicle.
Xi Jinping commemorates the 90th anniversary of the Long March; official says it highlights contradictions in the CCP’s World War II historical narrative.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A senior official said the CCP’s high-profile commemoration of the 90th anniversary of the Long March victory highlights the contradiction between its attempt to portray itself as a builder of the postwar order and its commemoration of the history of the Red Army’s fight against the Republic of China’s Nationalist government.
Facts
The 90th anniversary of the Long March victory.
The CCP held a ceremony at the Great Hall of the People on the 22nd.
Between 1934 and 1936.
The People’s Republic of China, which was not established until after 1949.
China’s social security system is in the spotlight again as people worry government pensions may not be enough.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Chinese officials’ call for social security to “seek out people” and emphasis that individuals are primarily responsible for their own retirement have sparked concerns about inadequate government pensions and mounting financial burdens.
Facts
Fines of up to 3 times the amount owed
This year, the minimum contribution base for pension insurance rose from RMB 4,775 to RMB 5,521.
“Houlong daughter-in-law” Cheng Li-wun campaigns in Miaoli, backs Tung Tung-chin and Lee Wen-bin for reelection.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
KMT Chair Cheng Li-wun attended the launch of Miaoli County Council Speaker Lee Wen-bin’s campaign headquarters as a “Houlong daughter-in-law,” urging voters to unite and fully support County Magistrate Chung Tung-chin and Speaker Lee Wen-bin for reelection. She also praised the development brought to Houlong by the arrival of high-tech industries under Chung’s administration.
Democrats optimistic about retaking Congress in US midterms, have mapped out plans to counter Trump.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Democrats are optimistic about retaking Congress in the midterm elections and have planned an agenda to counter the Trump administration, including ending tariffs, calling for an end to the Iran war, investigating corruption and naming Defense Secretary Hegseth as a target for impeachment.
Facts
17 closely contested districts with uncertain outcomes.
Yani Tseng documentary premieres at Hawaii International Film Festival; Taiwan release planned by year-end.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The golf documentary “After the Smile: Yani Tseng” had its world premiere at the Hawaii International Film Festival. The film chronicles her struggles with injuries and a career slump. Fundraising is underway, and it is expected to be released in Taiwan by the end of the year.
Facts
Between 2020 and 2025.
15 LPGA titles
5 major championship trophies.
Ranked No. 1 in women’s golf for 109 consecutive weeks.
Suspected dog slaughterhouse uncovered in Lukang, Changhua; animal disease control office says DNA testing and investigation are ongoing.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Changhua County Animal Disease Control Center conducted a joint inspection of a suspected dog slaughterhouse in Lukang Township and seized about 18.06 kilograms of suspected animal carcasses and knives. Authorities will take action under the law after DNA testing confirms the species.
Ko Chih-en says social housing policy should expand supply; Lai Jui-lung discusses fishing port construction plan.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
KMT Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Ko Chih-en called for expanding social housing supply, with a combined central and local government target of 35,000 units. DPP candidate Lai Jui-lung is advancing renovation work at Mituo Fishing Port, where NT$300 million has been invested; completion is expected by the end of 2027.
Facts
5,000 social housing units.
An overall target of 35,000 units.
Raise the share of housing for couples planning to marry or raise children to 40%.
Extend the rental term to 12 years.
Invest NT$300 million in renovation work at Mituo Fishing Port.
Ko Chih-en says social housing policy should expand supply; Lai Jui-lung discusses fishing port construction plan.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
KMT Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Ko Chih-en called for expanding social housing supply, with a combined central and local government target of 35,000 units. DPP candidate Lai Jui-lung is advancing renovation work at Mituo Fishing Port, where NT$300 million has been invested; completion is expected by the end of 2027.
Facts
Set a goal of building 5,000 social housing units locally during the term.
Work toward an overall target of 35,000 units in Kaohsiung, combining central and local government provision.
Raise the share of housing for couples planning to marry or raise children to 40%.
Extend the rental term for families with children to 12 years.
NT$300 million has already been invested in renovation work at Mituo Fishing Port.
The project is expected to be completed by the end of 2027.
Typhoon Shampi disrupts Chishang Harvest Festival; event canceled for the first time in 17 years.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Chishang Harvest Festival in Taitung County has been canceled because of Typhoon Shampi. It is the first time the event has been called off in 17 years, and it will not be rescheduled.
Facts
This year’s Chishang Harvest Festival was scheduled for the 23rd.
Open to the public on the 24th and 25th.
The organizing team decided to cancel this year’s 3 performances.
“A contemporary aroma, but authentic craftsmanship.” 4 liquor retailers select a 100% Tamakane “authentic Reiwa-era sweet potato shochu,” launching November 1
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
A genuine sweet potato shochu made with 100% Tamakane, “Shintamaakane,” jointly developed by 4 liquor retailers—金二商事, リカーショップ虎の門升本, SAKE MIZUHASHI and 若松屋酒店—and 本坊酒造, will go on sale on November 1, 2026.
5 tips to protect your back before snow-shoveling season: compiled by a chiropractic clinic near the south exit of Niigata Station [NAORU整体 新潟院]
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
ビューイング株式会社 will share 5 tips for avoiding back injuries while shoveling snow and aftercare advice, and will offer free AI posture checks at NAORU整体新潟院 in November 2026.
State-of-the-art “AI assistant functionality” introduced in the “Advanced Public Relations Practical Skills Course” (日本広報教育センター)! Relaunching with a new look and starting service on October 24! Strong support for more efficient review, instant answers to questions and lasting learning
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
日本広報教育センター, advised by Takehisa Inoue of 株式会社カレー総合研究所, introduced AI assistant functionality to its “Advanced Public Relations Practical Skills Course” and launched the service on October 24.
Music selectors for November 2026 on “CITY CHILL CLUB” announced!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Music selectors for November 2026 on TBS Radio’s “CITY CHILL CLUB” have been announced. Mondays: Grape Kiki, yeti let you notice and SODA; Tuesdays: TiDE and luv; Wednesdays: 明くる夜の羊 and the myeahns; Thursdays: fulusu and きばやし; Fridays: Geloomy and mibuki; the final Friday: a Special Edition with 優河. The KTCHAN segment and the segment with Kohei Fukunaga of 雨のパレード will also continue and launch.
Facts
Music selectors for November, through November 30, 2026, have been announced
Monday–Friday, 27:00–29:00
8 consecutive wins at major tournaments and organizer of the independent tournament “Soda Cup”
A 4-member band formed in Tokyo in 2023
A new-generation future soul band whose members were all born in 2003
Sold out a 300-person capacity for the solo show “Twilight”
They plan to hold “Itsuka wa Maboroshi,” their largest solo show to date, at 渋谷CLUB QUATTRO on January 28, 2027
A 4-member rock band formed in 2018 in Sakura, Chiba Prefecture
Formed a predecessor band in 2011 and have been active as myeahns since 2015
Formed in Tokyo in 2014. Switched to the current lineup in 2019
Singer-songwriter born in 2000
Companies mentioned：株式会社ＴＢＳラジオ、タワーレコード、REJECT、MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN、Spotify、バンダイナムコミュージックライブ、UK.PROJECT、渋谷WWW、Zepp Diver City、渋谷CLUB QUATTRO、SOUND PLANET FESTIVAL、SWEET LOVE SHOWER、radar: Early Noise 2026、UNIERA
[New concept] A dim sum bar for wine lovers, featuring high-value, time-saving self-serve barrel dispensers! “点心爛漫” to open in Shijo-Karasuma, Kyoto, on October 30
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株式会社RPZ, a group company of 株式会社THAN, will open its new-concept restaurant “点心爛漫” in Shijo-Karasuma, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, on October 30, 2026. It will offer all-you-can-drink wine from self-serve barrel dispensers, along with approximately 50 types of dim sum and Chinese dishes.
株式会社RC, operator of the buyback service “買いクル,” speaks at a reuse industry conference hosted with the Ministry of the Environment, announcing 7 proposals for a rating system for reputable businesses and consumer protection
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Daisuke Shimazu, CSO of 株式会社RC, spoke at a reuse industry conference hosted by the Ministry of the Environment on October 20, 2026, and presented 7 proposals for a rating system for reputable reuse businesses and consumer protection.
三井製薬 outlines and publishes what product-related certifications and testing by third-party organizations demonstrate
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三井製薬 has outlined and published what quality-related certifications (ISO 22000, cGMP and GMP) and testing by third-party organizations demonstrate. It explains that certifications cover the management systems and process controls of manufacturing sites, and do not indicate the ingredients or effects of individual products.
The lighting ceremony for the Kobe Christmas Market 2026 symbol tree, the “Forest Christmas Tree (25 m tall),” will be held on Nov. 7 (Sat.). A lighting ceremony for the dazzling “Christmas at the Old Castle (entire observation plaza)” will also take place on the same day.
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神戸リゾートサービス株式会社 will hold lighting ceremonies on November 7, 2026, for the “Forest Christmas Tree” (25 m tall), the symbol tree of the “Kobe Christmas Market 2026,” and “Christmas at the Old Castle” in the observation plaza.
Original【岡山大学】J-PEAKS特別セミナー第5回「New Horizons in Advanced Materials Science」～地元出身の材料研究者が語る～を開催
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On October 14, 2026, 国立大学法人岡山大学 held the 5th J-PEAKS Special Seminar at KIBINOVE on its Tsushima Campus, where 3 researchers from the region gave presentations.
Facts
5th
2026 (Reiwa 8)
October 24, 2026 (Reiwa 8)
Oct. 14, 2026
Approximately 30 university researchers and others
ORICO unveils a 2.5-inch HDD enclosure with a retro vintage design—70% faster transfer than previous models with UASP-compatible USB 3.0, tool-free installation in 3 seconds, hot-swap support and broad compatibility
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ORICO has announced a 2.5-inch external HDD/SSD enclosure featuring a retro vintage design. It offers transfer speeds 70% faster than conventional models via UASP-compatible USB 3.0, tool-free installation in 3 seconds, and hot-swapping support. A limited-time campaign offers discounts of up to ¥882.
Facts
Save up to ¥882
20% discount
15% exclusive code
Effective 32% off
Regular price: ¥1,298
Regular price: ¥1,398
Price after discount: ¥950
Maximum data transfer speed: 5Gbps
50cm USB-A cable
Automatically enters sleep mode after 10 minutes of inactivity
株式会社HANAMI’s regional-support protein brand JIMOTEIN will launch Roasted Mugwort Chai Protein, made with roasted mugwort from Yanbaru, Okinawa, on October 24, 2026.
More than 70% are willing to buy “imperfect” food. The discount consumers want varies depending on why the food is classified as imperfect.
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創作品モールあるる, operated by 株式会社システムリサーチ, surveyed 300 men and women aged 20–60 nationwide about “imperfect” food. Some 72.3% said they would consider buying it, and low prices were the top priority (69.1%). The discount consumers wanted also varied depending on why the food was classified as imperfect.
Facts
72.3% said they would consider buying “imperfect” food, depending on the reason
A survey of 300 men and women aged 20–60 nationwide
“Irregular shape or size” was the most common reason, at 54.0%
The most common response was “cheaper than regular products,” at 69.1%
For products nearing their expiration date, about 70% want a discount of 40% or more
【Okayama University】Year 2 of the kibidango CFP labeling demonstration gets underway! Bringing CFP closer to the public through student poster displays and in-store interviews
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A carbon footprint (CFP) labeling demonstration for kibidango, conducted by 国立大学法人岡山大学, 株式会社廣榮堂, and MS&ADインターリスク総研株式会社, got underway on October 15, 2026. Students are displaying posters and conducting in-store interview surveys.
Bonsai artist Daisuke Mariko to exhibit the first stone-mounted work in his washi bonsai series “匠景 -SHOKEI-” at Shibuya’s “LuVLEE Artwork Project”
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Daisuke Mariko, a third-generation bonsai artist at 眞利子盆栽園, will exhibit the first stone-mounted work in his washi bonsai series “匠景 -SHOKEI-” at the “LuVLEE Artwork Project” in Shibuya, starting October 26, 2026.
【Okayama University】Okayama University’s Technical Support Division launches the intermediate “3D Printer (Basics)” curriculum for the medical-engineering TC course at TCカレッジ, aiming to develop highly specialized technical staff
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The Technical Support Division of 国立大学法人岡山大学 held “3D Printer (Basics)” training on October 8 and 9, 2026, as part of the intermediate curriculum for the medical-engineering TC course at TCカレッジ, with the aim of developing highly specialized technical staff.
【7 minutes’ walk from Nishitetsu-Yanagawa Station】Storage facility “スペラボ コンテナ福岡柳川店” to open on November 1, 2026!
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The storage facility “スペラボ コンテナ福岡柳川店,” operated by 株式会社UKCorporation, will open within a 7-minute walk of Nishitetsu-Yanagawa Station on November 1, 2026, and is running an opening campaign.
YOU’s radio show to hold its first live recording! “AXA presents あしたはいい天気” (Every Saturday, 15:00–15:25)
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The TOKYO FM radio show “AXA presents あしたはいい天気” will hold its first live recording in Tokyo on November 29, with 80 listeners invited free of charge. Takashi Fujii is set to appear as a guest.
【Okayama University】Selected for the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology’s “Industry and Science Innovation Human Resources Program (INSIGHT)”—creating circulation of knowledge, talent and funding through “Twin Peaks” in the academia and industrial tracks
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国立大学法人岡山大学 has been selected for the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology’s “Industry and Science Innovation Human Resources Program (INSIGHT)” and will build an industry-academia co-creation framework and talent circulation model with participating companies.
A triple collaboration collection featuring 株式会社パル’s CIAOPANIC TYPY, Sanrio Characters and wiggle wiggle is launching. The special collection comprises 20 styles featuring Hello Kitty, Pompompurin and Keroppi, and will go on sale November 7, 2026.
クラリアホールディングス株式会社 completes its establishment and fully launches development of its in-house app
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クラリアホールディングス株式会社 was established on September 30, 2026. In addition to managing the group’s 3 companies, it will fully launch development of ClariaSync, a tool supporting EC operations.
Misuzu Life, pioneer of cut shimeji mushrooms, teams up with SABAR for the first time! The autumn flavors of mackerel and “Buna Queen,” the queen of buna shimeji mushrooms [Mackerel × Buna Queen Fair] launches November 1!
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株式会社ミスズライフ and 株式会社コズミックダイナー, which operates SABAR, will hold the “Mackerel × Buna Queen Fair” from November 1 to 30, 2026, offering 4 limited-time dishes pairing premium buna shimeji mushrooms known as “Buna Queen” with mackerel.
Legendary auto racing, keirin and boat racing riders face off in a serious contest! A “mahjong showdown between competitors” brings together athletes from different sports!
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As a special episode of the official Auto Race YouTube channel “SWITCH OFF,” a mahjong showdown across 4 different sports featuring legendary auto racing, keirin and boat racing riders and professional mahjong players will be streamed. A campaign to give away original mahjong-tile keychains will also be held to mark the video’s release.
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Oct. 24, 2026
15:00
Oct. 26, 2026
19:00
Companies mentioned：公益財団法人ＪＫＡ（オートレース）、日本プロ麻雀連盟、日刊スポーツ新聞社、BEAST X
“NOWZ JAPAN OFFICIAL FANCLUB 1st FAN MEETING ~ HELLO, DAY_AND ~” Playguide advance tickets (first-come, first-served) go on sale today, 10/24 (Sat.) at 18:00!
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It was announced that NOWZ will hold its first fan meeting in Japan, “NOWZ JAPAN OFFICIAL FANCLUB 1st FAN MEETING ~ HELLO, DAY_AND ~,” and that advance ticket sales through playguides will begin on October 24 at 18:00.
Hiromi Go’s Nippon Budokan concert to be broadcast and streamed on WOWOW in January 2027! A special feature will celebrate his 55th debut anniversary in 2027!
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Hiromi Go’s Nippon Budokan concert will be broadcast and streamed on WOWOW in January 2027, alongside a special feature marking his 55th debut anniversary.
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55th anniversary of debut
The Nippon Budokan concert taking place in October 2026
Made his debut in 1972
Performed all 70 songs
In 2025, to mark his 70th birthday
On August 1, 2026, his debut anniversary
His 112th single overall
A nationwide tour spanning 45 performances
Original5月から全45公演に及ぶ全国ツアーを開催
2026, the 55th anniversary of the fan club’s founding
Footage from the October 24 live performance will be presented
[Okayama University] Evolution of VIPP1, a protein that protects the photosynthetic scaffold, uncovered — VIPP1 emerged before the “thylakoid membrane” scaffold
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A research team at Okayama University has found that VIPP1, a protein essential for the formation and maintenance of thylakoid membranes, the scaffold for photosynthesis, evolved from the bacteria-derived protein PspA and existed before thylakoid membranes emerged.
ARPEGGIO, a dog café in Kamiita Town, Tokushima, marks its 2nd anniversary on November 29 with a clarinet concert and a smartphone photography workshop for dogs
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HR株式会社, which operates ARPEGGIO, a dog café in Kamiita Town, Tokushima, will mark its 2nd anniversary on November 29, 2026. The anniversary event will feature a classical concert in the morning by clarinetist Keigo Senda and a smartphone photography workshop for dogs in the afternoon led by photographer Takashi Nakagawa. Voice actor Ryota Osaka narrates the 2nd anniversary video.
Will Anthropic delay its “super IPO”? AI stock pullback adds uncertainty as timeline grows tight
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Anthropic is planning an IPO in mid-November at a valuation of $2 trillion, but the AI stock pullback and SEC disclosure rules have made the timeline tight. Despite market concerns about the outlook for AI spending, the company may still move ahead with a listing given its enormous funding needs. The chance of a listing before year-end is about 80%.
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Anthropic plans to complete its IPO in mid-November, targeting a valuation of $2 trillion.
SEC rules require companies to publicly file an S-1 at least 15 days before roadshows begin.
CoreWeave shares fell about 30% in 2 weeks, while 美光科技 fell 17% in the past month.
Anthropic’s AI computing spending could reach $750 billion over the next several years.
Anthropic recorded a net loss of more than $80 billion in the first half of 2026, with revenue of $16.3 billion.
Prediction markets estimate that Anthropic has about an 80% chance of going public before year-end.
If Anthropic goes public at a $2 trillion valuation, it would surpass SpaceX’s $1.77 trillion scale.