OriginalノジマＴリーグ 2026-2027 公式戦 10月25日開催 日本ペイントマレッツ vs 九州カリーナ 対戦オーダー発表
OriginalノジマＴリーグ2026-2027公式戦、10月25日に日本ペイントマレッツ対九州カリーナの対戦オーダーを発表。
Facts
- 2026-2027
- Oct. 25
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人Ｔリーグ、ノジマＴリーグ、日本ペイントマレッツ、九州カリーナ
2026-10-25 09:00–12:00 JST
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New Shuri Castle Salt Caramel Baked Donuts, featuring a design inspired by Okinawa’s iconic Shuri Castle, are now available in a carry bag!
南都物産株式会社 will release a carry-bag version of its new Shuri Castle Salt Caramel Baked Donuts, featuring a design inspired by Okinawa’s iconic Shuri Castle, starting October 15, 2026.
Facts
- Oct. 15, 2026
- ¥500 (before tax)
- 3 pieces
Companies mentioned：南都物産株式会社、南都グループ
About 1 in 6 people now say there are more products they would be willing to buy secondhand, amid a focus on saving money and rising prices for new products
創作品モールあるる, operated by 株式会社システムリサーチ, surveyed 400 men and women nationwide in their 20s to 60s about secondhand goods. A total of 15.8% said there were more products they would be willing to buy secondhand, citing a focus on saving money and rising prices for new products.
Facts
- 15.8％
- 60.5％
- 62.3％
- 65.1％
- 60.3％
- 42.9％
- 40.5％
- 38.5％
- 29.8％
- 46.0％
- 43.1％
- 400 people
Companies mentioned：株式会社システムリサーチ、創作品モールあるる、あるるモール
The world-recognized “Peace Education” returns to Iki Island! Nakayoshi Gakuen shares the honor of its Grand Prix win with children at Ishida Junior High and Tsutsuki Elementary
特定非営利活動法人なかよし学園プロジェクト visited 壱岐市, Nagasaki Prefecture, on October 18 and 19, 2026, and held a lecture and feedback classes at 壱岐市立石田中学校 and Tsutsuki Elementary School. The organization reported winning the Grand Prix in the “Peace and Human Rights” category of EXPO FUTURES AWARD 2026 and shared the honor with local children. It also shared its runner-up award at the JACE Event Awards and the results of international cooperation activities, including the “Nakayoshi Furikake” project.
Facts
- October 18 and 19, 2026
- October 12, 2026
- More than 50 schools across Japan
- 11 countries worldwide
- 94 books and textbooks
- November 13, 2024
Companies mentioned：特定非営利活動法人なかよし学園プロジェクト、壱岐市立石田中学校、壱岐市立筒城小学校、壱岐市、日本郵便、一般社団法人日本イベント産業振興協会、南スーダン、東ティモール、コンゴ民主共和国、ルワンダ
Original【フジテレビ】中国ドラマ『雁回時（がんかいじ）～貴女の誉（ほま）れ～』FODにて独占配信決定！ 11月１日（日）０時より全話独占配信スタート
Originalフジテレビの動画配信サービスFODが、中国ドラマ『雁回時～貴女の誉れ～』を11月1日0時から全話独占配信することを発表した。
Facts
- 30 episodes in total
- 28 days
- 27 days
- 11 days
- 1,320 yen per month (tax included)
- More than 100,000 titles
- More than 200 magazines
- More than 700,000 e-books
- 1,200 yen (tax included)
Companies mentioned：株式会社フジテレビジョン、フジテレビ、FOD、Shenzhen Tencent Computer Systems Company Limited、Tencent、TOHOシネマズ
A new frontier for the 2023 R-1 Grand Prix champion! Rion Tatsuhara presents “峰戸県咲森市,” a fresh solo live show blending mockumentary and comedy
Rion Tatsuhara, the 2023 R-1 Grand Prix champion, will stage “峰戸県咲森市,” a fresh solo live show blending mockumentary and comedy, set in the fictional city of 峰戸県咲森市. The Tokyo show will take place on November 20, and the Osaka show on December 12, with an online stream also available for the Osaka performance.
Facts
- Advance tickets: ¥2,500
- At the door: 3,000 yen
- Streaming ticket (Osaka only): ¥1,500
Companies mentioned：吉本興業株式会社、FANYチケット
The November-December issue of “Shosetsu Yasei Jidai” is now available! The theme is “Detectives and Curry Rice.” New, flavorful short stories by Kozue Osaki, Takekuni Kitayama and Kei Nitori!
株式会社KADOKAWA released the November-December 2026 combined issue of the monthly literary fiction magazine “Shosetsu Yasei Jidai” on October 25, 2026. The theme is “Detectives and Curry Rice,” and it features original short stories by Kozue Osaki, Takekuni Kitayama and Kei Nitori.
Facts
- Released on Sunday, October 25, 2026
- List price: 385 yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社KADOKAWA、角川文庫、カドブン、カクヨム、note、BOOK☆WALKER
[Monday, November 16, 18:30] Get ready for next year’s business plans and capital investment! “Makino-ya Sensei,” with 180,000 channel subscribers, to explain 2026 subsidies and grants at a seminar and networking event in Shibuya!
KOBUSHI MARKETING合同会社 will host a seminar on the latest subsidy and grant information, followed by a networking event, at its KOBUSHI BEER LOUNGE & BAR in Shibuya on November 16, 2026, with Hikaru Makinoya, representative director of 株式会社リブウェル, as a guest.
Facts
- 180,000 channel subscribers
- Business support provided to more than 1,000 companies
- Approximately ¥1.5 billion in total support
- A total of 1,000 members
- 80,000 TikTok followers
- 10,000 Instagram followers
- A community with 5,000 members
- More than 200 business networking events annually
- A network of 10,000 people
- About 85 companies are participating
- Low cost, starting at 30,000 yen per month (before tax)
- ROI of approximately 15 times
Companies mentioned：KOBUSHI MARKETING合同会社、Flatier合同会社、一般社団法人職業体験支援機構、株式会社CAMPFIRE、株式会社リブウェル、奈良大学
[開催 on November 17 and 30] Strengthen customer acquisition without adding marketing staff. 建築AI経営研究会 to offer free online practical seminars on “AI × customer acquisition” for homebuilders
建築AI経営研究会, hosted by 株式会社LIFEFUND, will hold free online practical seminars on “AI × customer acquisition” on November 17 and 30, 2026. For homebuilders, the seminars will introduce examples of using AI to review ads, create content and compile data, with the aim of reducing outsourcing costs and improving work efficiency.
Facts
- Nov. 17, 2026
- Nov. 30, 2026
- ¥100,000 per month for ad banner production
- Original1ページ20〜30万円のLP制作費
- Approximately 100 homes per year
- Revenue: ¥2.71 billion
- Employees: 73
Companies mentioned：株式会社LIFEFUND、建築AI経営研究会
ARCHIVESTOCK raises funds from The SAZABY LEAGUE
株式会社ARCHIVESTOCK raised funds through a third-party allotment of shares to 株式会社サザビーリーグ. The amount was not disclosed.
Facts
- 340% year-on-year
- More than 85% of listed items
- More than 93% of purchased items
- More than 120 applicant companies
- 11 finalist companies
- Approximately 13 times
- More than 5,500 supported brands
Companies mentioned：株式会社ARCHIVESTOCK、株式会社サザビーリーグ、Kering、CIC Institute
[Wednesday, November 4, 19:00] Share advertising strategies for the year-end sales season and next year’s budget! Shibuya networking event where advertising agency professionals discuss the latest trends!
A networking event for advertising agency professionals will be held on November 4, 2026, at KOBUSHI BEER LOUNGE & BAR, operated by KOBUSHI MARKETING合同会社. Guest speaker Shinichiro Asuka, representative of オフィスアスカ, will share the latest trends in advertising strategy and digital transformation for the year-end sales season and next year’s budget.
Facts
- Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026
- 19:00～
- A community with 5,000 members
- More than 200 business networking events annually
- A network of 10,000 people
- Approximately 90 companies are participating
- Advance payment: ¥3,500
- Same-day advance payment: ¥4,000
- Payment at the venue on the day: ¥4,500
- Low cost, starting at 30,000 yen per month (before tax)
- ROI of approximately 15 times
Companies mentioned：KOBUSHI MARKETING合同会社、オフィスアスカ、livedoor、LINE株式会社
美容皮膚科エルムクリニック head physician Tsubasa Shiramizu writes a specialist book on cosmetic medicine, “Thread Lift Treatment: Secrets to Choosing Threads and Mastering the Technique”
Tsubasa Shiramizu, head physician at 美容皮膚科エルムクリニック, contributed to “Thread Lift Treatment: Secrets to Choosing Threads and Mastering the Technique,” a specialist book on cosmetic medicine published by 株式会社メディカ出版.
Facts
- On sale Oct. 25, 2026
- Price: 19,800 yen (tax included)
- B5 format, 208 pages
- A team of 16 doctors
Companies mentioned：医療法人ELM、美容皮膚科エルムクリニック、株式会社メディカ出版、HaMinT社、Beauty Calendar社
[New release on October 25] Gentle, age-appropriate care for sensitive eye areas. A new eye cream from Dr.ウィラード・ウォーター
株式会社Dr.ウィラード・ウォーター will release its new Moisture Science Eye Cream on October 25, 2026. The cream contains 62.9% micellized water produced using a patented process.
Facts
- 62.9％
- Oct. 25, 2026
- 81.8％
- 7,150 yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社Dr.ウィラード・ウォーター、Dr.ウィラード・ウォーター
Own an office in downtown Dubai as an individual: エミネンス opens reservations and booking consultations for エリントンバークレー and ロックフェラー
EMINENCE LUXE REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE L.L.C. has begun accepting reservation inquiries for Ellington Berkeley Tower and ロックフェラー Business Tower in downtown Dubai. The expected price for both properties starts at around ¥200 million, and payment in cryptocurrency is also accepted.
Facts
- Around ¥200 million
- Approximately 105 m²
- A rare 109-office offering
- Approximately 100 m²
- ＋26.6％
- Approximately 6.3%
- More than 96%
Companies mentioned：EMINENCE LUXE REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE L.L.C.、エミネンス、エリントンバークレー、ロックフェラー、Ellington Properties、LMD、Devmark、Property Monitor、Cushman & Wakefield Core
ゴムマリ’s specialized-business AI-BPO service launches database creation for complaints, VoC and claims
ゴムマリ株式会社 will launch its “Database Creation for Complaints, VoC and Claims” service on Oct. 25, 2026, as an AI-powered business process outsourcing service for specialized operations. AI classifies customer inquiries and complaint records, which are then reviewed by people, creating a searchable database of past responses to similar cases and providing aggregate data. Prices start at 300,000 yen, and the estimated turnaround time is 2 weeks.
Facts
- Launching on Oct. 25, 2026
- A 2026 survey of 424 people, from contact center frontline leaders to executives, found that
- 82.3% considered using the voice of the customer (VoC) “necessary,” while
- only 23.6% said it was “sufficiently useful” for decision-making and improvement efforts.
- In a survey by the same company of 407 managers and operators,
- 73.9% of managers
- compared with 26.4% of operators.
- Customers review the classifications assigned to the first approximately 100 cases.
- Prices start at 300,000 yen
- Estimated turnaround: 2 weeks
- The service is based on an implementation that analyzed all approximately 10,000 customer satisfaction survey responses, including open-ended comments.
Companies mentioned：ゴムマリ株式会社、株式会社フライル
A department-store-exclusive Holiday Kit 2026 from 勇心酒造, developer of Rice Power® extract
勇心酒造株式会社, developer of Rice Power® extract, will release 3 types of department-store-exclusive Holiday Kit 2026 under its own brands “RAIZ（ライース®）” and “アトピスマイルフォルテ®” in limited quantities starting Nov. 8, 2026.
Facts
- Nov. 8, 2026
- 3 types of department-store-exclusive Holiday Kits
- 23,100–24,200 yen, including tax
- Celebrating its 15th anniversary this year
- Sales period: Nov. 8 (Sun.) to Dec. 31 (Thu.)
Companies mentioned：勇心酒造株式会社、三越、伊勢丹新宿店、イセタン ビューティー アポセカリー、ISETAN BEAUTY online、日本橋三越本店、高松三越
Colombin’s “Dear My Tea Time” to offer a limited gift set featuring “Original Tea,” developed jointly with ルピシア, starting Nov. 1
株式会社コロンバン will begin selling a limited “Dear My Tea Time” gift set, developed jointly with ルピシア, on Nov. 1, 2026.
Facts
- ¥3,240, including tax
- Nov. 1, 2026
Companies mentioned：株式会社コロンバン、ルピシア
A photo exhibition celebrating Wataya Besso’s 76th anniversary. “76祭（ななろくさい）” to be held Nov. 3
株式会社和多屋別荘 will hold the “76祭” 76th-anniversary event on Nov. 3, 2026. Plans include a photo exhibition, a collaborative lunch with テーブルマーク, the 三服文学賞 award ceremony, a stamp rally and various workshops.
Facts
- 76th anniversary of its founding
- Nov. 3, 2026
- Price: ¥1,500
- The previous 3 events received 4,020 submissions
- 746 submissions in total
- Participation fee: 3,500 yen
- Participation fee: 5,500 yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社和多屋別荘、テーブルマーク、有限会社ユニバーサル・シェル・プログラミング研究所
[Kurashiki, Okayama Prefecture] Custom suit specialist グローバルスタイル opens a new store on the 4th floor of the department store 天満屋倉敷店. Limited-time “Custom Suit Combo Fair” to be held at all stores
グローバルスタイル株式会社 opened a new store, “GINZAグローバルスタイル PREMIUM 天満屋倉敷店,” on the 4th floor of the department store 天満屋倉敷店 in Kurashiki, Okayama Prefecture, on Oct. 20. A store-opening anniversary fair and TV commercials are being held.
Facts
- Starting Tuesday, October 20
- About 5,000 fabric options
- On through Nov. 30 (Mon.)
- Capital: 80 million yen
Companies mentioned：グローバルスタイル株式会社、天満屋倉敷店、Berwick1707、西日本放送、山陽放送、岡山放送、瀬戸内海放送
New store opens in Hiroshima, Hiroshima Prefecture! Save on everyday essentials at “ワッツウィズ 八木城南ウォンツ店.”
株式会社ワッツ opened a new store, “ワッツウィズ 八木城南ウォンツ店,” in Asaminami Ward, Hiroshima, Hiroshima Prefecture, on Oct. 25, 2026. The company had reached 1,931 stores nationwide as of the end of September 2026 and plans to continue opening new locations.
Facts
- Oct. 25, 2026
- 1,931 stores
- ¥110 including tax
- 150 pieces
Companies mentioned：株式会社ワッツ、旭化成
“惑星をつぐ者 暗黒の騎士編,” a spinoff of the full-fledged SF action manga “惑星をつぐ者,” begins early distribution on まんが王国 on Oct. 25 (Sun.)!
株式会社ビーグリー began early distribution of “惑星をつぐ者 暗黒の騎士編,” a spinoff of the full-fledged SF action manga “惑星をつぐ者,” on its comic distribution service まんが王国 on Oct. 25, 2026.
Facts
- From Oct. 25, 2026 (Sun.)
- Night comes only once every 12 years
- Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard: 3981
- More than 10,000 books
- 2.5 billion book downloads to date
Companies mentioned：株式会社ビーグリー、まんが王国
[小僧寿し’s 62nd anniversary] 20 pieces for 980 yen, 300 yen off popular items, and half-price seared sushi! “Anniversary Festival” starts Oct. 26 (Mon.)
株式会社小僧寿し will hold its “Anniversary Festival” from Oct. 26 to Nov. 8, 2026, to mark its 62nd anniversary. Offers during the event include a 20-piece sushi platter for 980 yen, discounts on popular items and half-price seared sushi. A temaki campaign with prizes will also run at the same time.
Facts
- 62nd anniversary
- 20 pieces
- 20 pieces for 980 yen
- 300 yen off
- 100 yen off
- 445 yen
- Oct. 26, 2026
- Nov. 8
Companies mentioned：KOZOホールディングス株式会社、株式会社小僧寿し
[New release] A collection of reflective, contemplative poems listening to the passage of time, impermanence and the voices of all things. 岡田梨枝子’s first poetry collection, “時の聲 風の聲,” released!
株式会社パレード will release 岡田梨枝子’s first poetry collection, “時の聲 風の聲,” on Oct. 25, 2026.
Facts
- Release date: October 25, 2026
- 182 pages
- List price: ¥1,320
- Capital: ¥40 million
Companies mentioned：株式会社パレード、パレードブックス
Did you notice? A major response to the article “The upside-down display of retort curry in convenience stores: One of the curry industry’s seven mysteries, uncovered in a カレー大学院 lecture” leads to symposium
株式会社カレー総合研究所 published an article on note about the “upside-down display of retort curry in convenience stores” and, following the response, decided to hold a symposium on Oct. 26.
Facts
- Participation fee: 5,000 yen
- Oct. 26, 10:00
- Original10/25の24：00まで
- Total graduates exceed 2,000
- カレー大学院 also opened in 2016 as an advanced institution
- Established in March 2007
- “Curry of the Year,” established in 2017
Companies mentioned：株式会社カレー総合研究所、井上戦略PRコンサルティング事務所、カレー大學、カレー大学院、IICA
Naptime girls’ unit “Suupeas” to perform for the 2nd consecutive year at “AFA Singapore 2026,” one of Southeast Asia’s largest anime events! They will appear as guests Nov. 27 (Fri.)–29 (Sun.)!
“Suupeas,” a girls’ unit formed through a joint project by 株式会社TWIN PLANET and 株式会社インクストゥエンター, will perform for the 2nd consecutive year at the anime event “AFA Singapore 2026,” held in Singapore from Nov. 27 to 29. The unit will also hold its first self-organized joint-billing event at Animate Theater in Ikebukuro, Tokyo, on Dec. 15.
Facts
- 2 straight years
- Approximately 3 million people in total
- 3 consecutive days
- TikTok followers exceed 334,000
Companies mentioned：株式会社TWIN PLANET、株式会社インクストゥエンター、BS朝日、TOKYO MX、AT-X、dアニメストア、U-NEXT、アニメ放題、日本プロ麻雀連盟、HoneyWorks
AI corrects the English you speak in lessons; review by talking with an AI tutor! ネイティブキャンプ releases new “AI Review” feature
株式会社ネイティブキャンプ has released “AI Review,” a new feature for its online English conversation service ネイティブキャンプ. The feature uses AI to correct English spoken during lessons and lets users check metrics such as speaking rate and vocabulary count. It also helps learners review their performance through voice practice with the AI tutor “Quick.”
Facts
- A family plan for 1,980 yen (tax included) that the whole family can use
- Instructors from more than 140 countries around the world
- More than 15,000 instructors offering a rich variety from around the world
- More than 32,000 rich learning materials
- Cumulative lessons exceeding 80 million
Companies mentioned：株式会社ネイティブキャンプ、ネイティブキャンプ
牛乳石鹸 collaboration menu with “みんなのAWA-YA meets 神戸” launches Nov. 1 (Sun.). Digital stamp rally offers a chance to win Aka-bako goods. | TOOTHMART FOODHALL＆NIGHT FES
TOOTH MART, one of Kobe’s largest food halls, is collaborating with 牛乳石鹸 on “みんなのAWA-YA meets 神戸” and will begin serving collaboration menu items on Nov. 1. A digital stamp rally and prize drawing will also be held.
Facts
- Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026
- Sunday, Nov. 1
- Monday, Nov. 30
- 1,450 yen
- ¥890
- worth 10,000 yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社ポトマック、TOOTH TOOTH MART FOOD HALL＆NIGHT FES、TOOTH MART、KIITO、デザイン・クリエイティブセンター神戸、牛乳石鹸、洋食屋 神戸デュシャン、PUBGAB、TOOTH TOOTH
[CSR Activities] いーふらん sponsors the 51st Nishi Ward Residents’ Festival! A collaborative booth, “Kurashi Mirai Lab,” with the いーふらん Children’s Cafeteria and the Livelihood Support Division will also be featured! To be held Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026 [Nishi Ward, Yokohama City]
株式会社いーふらん will sponsor the 51st Nishi Ward Residents’ Festival, to be held in Nishi Ward, Yokohama City, on Nov. 1, and will jointly exhibit a “Kurashi Mirai Lab” booth with the Livelihood Support Division.
Facts
- The number of events held in Japan has also exceeded 200
- operates more than 2,080 stores worldwide
Companies mentioned：株式会社いーふらん、いーふらん、高価買取おたからや、NPO法人 食・支援ネット
[NEW OPEN] 買取専科 盛岡中央通店 opened on Saturday, Oct. 24!
買取専科 盛岡中央通店 opened in Morioka, Iwate Prefecture, on Oct. 24. To celebrate the opening, campaigns featuring an all-you-can-fill vegetable giveaway and gifts of local treasures are underway.
Facts
- October 24 (Sat)
- 50 people per day
- Total of 100 winners
- Business hours: 10:00–19:00
Companies mentioned：株式会社SENKA、買取専科 盛岡中央通店、買取専科
With cumulative sales topping 300,000 copies, the bestselling book on putting feelings into words returns with a new cover. “The Art of Putting What You Love into Words: New Edition (Discover Pocket Books),” which helps readers move beyond ordinary impressions, is now on sale
株式会社ディスカヴァー・トゥエンティワン published a new edition of the bestseller “The Art of Putting What You Love into Words,” which has sold more than 300,000 copies, on Oct. 23, 2026.
Facts
- Cumulative sales surpass 300,000 copies
- Oct. 23, 2026
- 256 pages
Companies mentioned：株式会社ディスカヴァー・トゥエンティワン、ディスカヴァー・トゥエンティワン
[Free Appraisals] Get organized this fall! The “高価買取おたからや” special purchase fair will be held at 島忠ホームズ川越店 in Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture! | Oct. 26 (Mon.)–Nov. 1 (Sun.)
株式会社いーふらん will hold a special purchase fair for “高価買取おたからや” at 島忠ホームズ川越店 in Kawagoe, Saitama Prefecture, from Oct. 26 to Nov. 1.
Facts
- Oct. 26 (Mon.)–Nov. 1 (Sun.)
- More than 2,080 stores worldwide
- High rating rate 96.2%
Companies mentioned：株式会社いーふらん、高価買取おたからや、島忠ホームズ川越店
[New Store] いーふらん opens “高価買取おたからや 藤沢石川店” in Fujisawa, Kanagawa Prefecture! | Opening Oct. 26, 2026! For appraisals and purchases of gold, watches, designer bags, and more, visit “高価買取おたからや”!
株式会社いーふらん will open “高価買取おたからや 藤沢石川店” in Fujisawa, Kanagawa Prefecture, on Oct. 26, 2026. The company currently operates more than 2,080 stores worldwide and aims to expand its reach with this new location.
Facts
- Monday, Oct. 26, 2026
- More than 2,080 stores worldwide
- High rating rate 96.2%
- Overseas-made gold bullion, 1kg: 30,002,000 yen
- Accessories found at a family home (K18, 238.9 g): ¥5,368,400
- Bracelet purchased overseas (K22, 79.1 g): ¥2,164,300
Companies mentioned：株式会社いーふらん、高価買取おたからや、E-swing-PREMIUM-、E-CRUISE
High school students, rush farmers and tatami artisans take on the challenge of passing Kumamoto’s traditional industries on to the future through craftsmanship
くまもとSDGsミライパーク, operated by 株式会社肥後銀行, collaborated with the interior design program at Kumamoto Technical High School, rush producers in the Yatsushiro area, and the tatami and fusuma shop かなもり to create SDGs tatami benches and install them at the facility.
Facts
- Oct. 13, 2026
- Admission: 500 yen
- Additional charges from 1,500 yen
- Capacity: 300 people
- 3 chairs installed inside the shop
- Founded: 1896
- This year marks 131 years
Companies mentioned：株式会社肥後銀行、くまもとSDGsミライパーク、熊本工業高等学校、かなもり有限会社
The author’s books have sold a cumulative 70,000 copies. Recognize the true feelings behind “I don’t want to” and take back control of your life. “Succeed with a List of Things You Don’t Want to Do,” a groundbreaking self-understanding method taught by a career professional, is now on sale
株式会社ディスカヴァー・トゥエンティワン published “A Self-Understanding Method to Quickly Clear Away Daily Uncertainty: Succeed with a List of Things You Don’t Want to Do,” by Ai Tsuchiya, on Oct. 23, 2026. The author runs a career support business and a newsletter with more than 10,000 cumulative readers.
Facts
- Oct. 23, 2026
- The newsletter has more than 10,000 cumulative readers
- Approximately 600 articles produced
- 296 pages
Companies mentioned：株式会社ディスカヴァー・トゥエンティワン、株式会社マイディアル、かんき出版、青春出版社、Amazon、楽天ブックス、Kindle
It’s okay to cry or move around. A live parent-and-child concert in Yokosuka that children from 0 years old can enjoy
A notice for “An Orchestra for the First Time, from 0 Years Old,” a winter concert hosted by 株式会社アンフィニ and scheduled for Nov. 28, 2026, at Yokosuka Manabi-kan. Tickets are on sale through カンフェティ, operated by ロングランプランニング株式会社.
Facts
- Nov. 28, 2026 (Sat.)
- 800 yen
- 1,600 yen
- 1,000 yen
- 2,000 yen
- 350 performances a year
Companies mentioned：株式会社アンフィニ、カンフェティ、ロングランプランニング株式会社、サロンオーケストラジャパン
Taiwan | 中央社 CNA（30）
Starbucks to charge 15 yuan for customized orders; experts say companies calculate costs, while customers assess value
Original台灣星巴克自10月12日起對部分飲品客製化服務加收15元，引發消費者反彈。專家指出此舉有助增加毛利，但企業算成本、顧客看價值，收費能否被接受取決於消費者認知。財務數據顯示悠旅生活營收成長但獲利率下降，門市數突破600家後需視商圈評估展店效益。
Facts
- An additional NT$15 charge
- More than 600 stores are now open
- Revenue of about 10.912 billion yuan in 2018
- Revenue rose to about 14.986 billion yuan in 2023
- After-tax profit of about 712 million yuan
- After-tax profit of about 760 million yuan
- Revenue growth of about 37%
- After-tax profit of about 672 million yuan
- Down about 11.5% from 2023
- There are 458 stores in Taiwan
- Increased to 592
Companies mentioned：台灣星巴克、統一集團、悠旅生活、長榮航空、彌生軒
Original民進黨：洋流引中共關注 慎防假訊息與政治恐嚇
Original民進黨中國部警告，「洋流」興起已引起中共高度關注，呼籲民眾防範假訊息、選前突襲及政治恐嚇等介選手段，並指出中共透過資訊操弄與政治施壓試圖削弱台灣社會互信。
Facts
- An average of about 2.58 million attacks per day
- The total detected in July exceeded 100 million
- As the Nov. 28 election day approaches
Companies mentioned：民進黨、中央社、國家安全局
U.S. tightens restrictions on technology investment in China; Beijing urges Washington to stop overextending the concept of national security
Original美國擬實施「全面對外投資國家安全法」以限制對中科技投資，中國商務部對此表示嚴重關切與堅決反對，敦促美方停止泛化國安概念。
Facts
- SHANGHAI, 25th
- On the 22nd, U.S. Eastern Time
- Passed in 2025
- 1151025
Companies mentioned：美國財政部、中國商務部、美國國會
Bulgarian presidential election underway, with Black Sea security and stance toward Russia in focus
Bulgaria is holding a presidential election, with Black Sea security and stances toward Russia in focus. Polls show acting President Yotova and former caretaker Prime Minister Galabov leading in support. Voters are focused on issues including recent attacks on commercial vessels in the Black Sea and the candidates’ differing positions on the war in Ukraine.
Facts
- Among 27 candidates
- 61-year-old acting President Yotova
- 50-year-old former caretaker Prime Minister Galabov
- Likely the main cause of the deaths of more than 20 international crew members
- Yotova’s support stood at 41%
- Galabov 28%
- The two will hold a runoff on Nov. 1
- Ends at 8 p.m.
Companies mentioned：中央社、路透社、阿爾法研究
Taichung Shopping Festival kicks off; first prize drawing on 10/26 offers tickets to any destination worldwide
The Taichung Shopping Festival kicked off on the 24th. The Economic Development Bureau announced that the first prize drawing will take place on Oct. 26, with prizes including 長榮航空 tickets to any destination worldwide and an iPhone 17. Consumer spending registered during the warm-up period has already exceeded 990 million yuan.
Facts
- 990 million yuan
- 2.05 million tickets
- Dec. 25
Companies mentioned：中央社、長榮航空
China’s civil service exam draws 6000 applicants for 1 job
Registration for China’s 2027 civil service exam has closed, with the number of available positions reduced to 35,700, intensifying competition for popular jobs. One position at the Jilin General Station of Exit-Entry Frontier Inspection drew 6000 applicants.
Facts
- More than 6000 people vying for 1 position
- A total of 35,700 people are to be recruited
- About 2400 fewer than the previous year
- Original報名已有300多萬人成功過審
- Applications for each position have exceeded 3400
- 1 person to be recruited
- Down 15% overall
Companies mentioned：中央社、中新網
Asian Cup Wingfoil Open Championship held off Guanyinting, Penghu
The 2026 Asian Cup Penghu Wingfoil Open began today in the waters off Guanyinting in Magong, bringing together 102 athletes from 10 countries and regions. The event aims to raise the profile of Taiwan and Penghu in Asian wingfoil sports.
Facts
- 2026 Asian Cup
- 10 countries and regions
- More than 100 athletes
- 102 male and female athletes
Companies mentioned：中央社、澎湖帆船協會、中華帆船協會、亞洲帆船總會、Asian Sailing Federation、ASAF
Soldiers share their struggles with “fake reporters”; Army drills aim to internalize defense awareness
The Army is conducting a continuous 10-day, 9-night “New Base Training CTC2.0” program. Instructors at the Northern Region Training Center arranged for “fake reporters” with cameras and microphones to take part in live drills, testing troops’ ability to identify enemy threats and their awareness of defense security. Some soldiers were alert and demanded to see identification, while others shared their painful experiences. The aim is to turn defense experience into combat capability.
Facts
- 10 days and 9 nights
- For 24 consecutive hours
- 3 core elements
Taoyuan Airport’s Terminal 2 restricted area to get its first convenience store, with prices matching outside
Taoyuan International Airport announced that a chain convenience store is expected to open in Zone C of Terminal 2’s restricted area as early as the end of the year, with prices matching those outside. The airport’s duty-free shops are currently operated by Ever Rich and 采盟公司.
Facts
- Serving travelers 24 hours a day
- 1151025
Companies mentioned：中央社、昇恆昌公司、采盟公司
Competition heats up for Golden Bell program awards; Hu Gua fulfills dream of walking the red carpet with his children
The 61st Golden Bell Awards for television programs will be presented tonight. Competition is fierce in the variety show host category, with Wu Tsung-hsien, Tseng Kuo-cheng and Hu Gua among the contenders. Hu Gua is nominated in 2 categories and will walk the red carpet with his children to fulfill a dream. Chen Han-tien will host the ceremony solo for the first time. Performers include cross-genre collaborators Wang Shih-hsien and A-Kua-Mian.
Facts
- 61st
- 5 major
- 8 characters
Companies mentioned：中央社、一手新聞
Army adopts ICOVER psychological first aid for combat stress to help troops under acute stress regain combat readiness
Taking inspiration from the U.S. military, the Army has adopted ICOVER psychological first aid for combat stress, turning psychological crisis response into a basic combat skill for every soldier. The aim is to help troops whose stress has overwhelmed them regain combat readiness immediately.
Facts
- A combat squad of 3 to 5 people
- Instantly loses 2 combat-ready troops
- ICOVER’s 6 steps
- Introduced by the U.S. military in 2019
- Scheduled for 2 hours
More than 2300 election bribery cases in local elections; prosecutors probe diverse schemes
Statistics from the Supreme Prosecutors Office show that, as of Oct. 19, prosecutors had received 6415 cases of election interference during the local elections, including 2302 bribery cases involving 2593 people. Indictments have been filed in 15 cases against 95 people. Prosecutors’ offices around the country have recently investigated various bribery schemes, including cash payments, hosted banquets, gifts, and the use of resources from charitable groups or local organizations. Those implicated include Wang Mei-kuei, head of Xiulin Township in Hualien County; a Taichung candidate surnamed Cheng; Changhua County Council Speaker Hsieh Tien-lin; and Chang Chi-cheng of Kaohsiung, who have been detained or released on bail. More than NT$160 million in rewards for reporting cases has been paid out, but no consensus has been reached on the tax-exemption issue.
Facts
- 6415 cases of election interference received
- 2302 bribery cases
- Involving 2593 people
- 15 cases indicted
- 95 people
- Bribery cases account for about 35.9% of all election-interference cases
- 53 cases of alleged violations of the Anti-Infiltration Act received
- 54 people
- Cash gifts of NT$1000 to NT$2000 distributed
- More than NT$15.26 million in cash seized in searches
- 69 boxes of bird’s nest gift sets
- Released on NT$100,000 bail
- A total of NT$161,443,748 in rewards for reporting cases paid out
Original數發部擬推3機制 促Meta等平台落實AI生成影像標示
數發部 plans to introduce a 三-tier mechanism requiring platforms such as Meta and Google to label AI-generated images. The measures include user-initiated labels, automatic labeling added through technical detection, and channels for reports and appeals, with the aim of creating a trustworthy digital environment.
Facts
- Plan to implement a 3-tier mechanism
- Divided into 3 main tiers
Companies mentioned：數發部、Meta、Google、LINE、YouTube、中央社
Army rolls out new CTC2.0 base training, ditching score sheets for unscripted combat exercises
Taking cues from the U.S. military, the Army is rolling out new CTC2.0 base training built around 3 core principles: ditching score sheets, transforming the role of referees, and conducting unscripted combat exercises. Units set their own tactical objectives and use guided after-action reviews and realistic cooperation between units to help troops internalize combat experience.
Facts
- 3 core elements
- Infantry 109th Brigade
- Combined Arms 542nd Brigade
- 10 days and 9 nights
- The passing benchmark is 60 points
- Aim for 80 points
- Even 90 points
- Set their own target of 50 points
- Ten people killed
- Original2年1訓進行
- Original步兵營採1年1訓
- A total of 9 weeks
- 3 weeks of preparatory training
- 3 weeks of tactical assessment
- 2 weeks of combat readiness assessment
- 1 week of post-training review (AAR)
Riyadh airport announces partial resumption of operations; 青年運動 warns it remains a military target
葉門青年運動 warns that King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh remains a military target and urges people not to use it. The airport announced a partial resumption of operations, with Terminal 1 serving domestic flights and Terminal 2 serving 國家航空 international flights.
Facts
- Designated 2 terminals to resume takeoffs and landings
- Starting on the 25th
- After the attack on Oct. 10
- 13 people killed
- More than 300 people injured
Companies mentioned：中央社、路透社、青年運動、國家航空
Even faster AI computing can hit a traffic jam: A look at how co-packaged optics (CPO) could break the bottleneck
Surging demand for AI computing is pushing traditional copper-wire transmission close to its physical limits, making co-packaged optics (CPO) key to overcoming the bottleneck. 輝達's Spectrum-X switches are being mass-produced using 台積電's COUPE platform, and Taiwanese companies such as ASE and 鴻海 have entered 輝達's supply chain. Taiwan's complete semiconductor ecosystem and advanced packaging technology give it an edge in CPO, while it is seeking a stronger voice in international standards through the SEMI Silicon Photonics Industry Alliance.
Facts
- Symbolizing 2026 as an important milestone in CPO's move toward commercial deployment
- 輝達 announced in August that its Spectrum-X Ethernet photonic switches had entered mass production
- More than 150 domestic and international companies and academic and research institutions are now participating
Companies mentioned：輝達、NVIDIA、台積電、日月光投控、矽品、鴻海、聯亞光電、全新光電、大立光、上詮、茂德、合聖、元澄、力成、訊芯、京元電、矽格、旺矽、穎崴、SEMI、中央社
Developers vie for a bigger share of the shopping center market; expert says it is a major trend for the next 10 years
As the housing market cools, developers are turning to shopping centers in pursuit of stable rental income. Experts predict this will be a trend over the next 10 years. 冠德、潤泰創新、遠雄 and 麗寶 are actively expanding their mall portfolios or adjusting their business strategies.
Facts
- New shopping centers will open starting in 2028
- Shopping center area of about 16,000 ping
- A trend for the next 10 years
- 潤泰創新 (9945)
- Full-year revenue is estimated to reach nearly NT$600 million
- CITYLINK's total revenue this year is estimated at about NT$6 billion
- Invest NT$1 billion
- Create a 3-store footprint
- Revenue target of NT$20 billion
Companies mentioned：冠德、環球購物中心、麗寶、宜得利、遠雄、大魯閣、中華民國購物中心暨商業地產協會、中央社、台電、潤泰創新、CITYLINK、iFG遠雄廣場
5 Chinese military vessels and 8 government ships operate near Taiwan; military keeps close watch
The Ministry of National Defense said that from 6 a.m. yesterday to 6 a.m. today, it detected 5 Chinese military vessels and 8 government ships operating around the Taiwan Strait. The military is closely monitoring and responding with mission aircraft and vessels, as well as shore-based missile systems.
Facts
- 5 Chinese naval vessels
- 8 government vessels
Obama campaigns for Democrats, blasts Trump and urges voters to bring change at the ballot box
Former U.S. President Barack Obama appeared at Democratic campaign rallies in Ohio and Michigan, sharply criticizing the policies of his successor, Trump. He urged voters to bring change through the Nov. 3 midterm elections and help Democrats retake control of Congress.
Facts
- The 65-year-old former president
- The midterm elections will take place on Nov. 3
- Went through chaos not seen in the previous 2 years
- Ramaswamy ran in the 2024 presidential election
Second day of the Guangfu holiday; 8 highway sections expected to face congestion this morning
Traffic on highways was generally smooth on the second day of the Guangfu holiday. The 高公局 expects 8 sections of National Freeways 1, 3 and 5, among others, to be congestion hotspots, and recommends that drivers adjust their departure times. It will also implement several traffic-flow measures.
Facts
- 8 sections
- 7.7 million vehicle-kilometers
- 106 million vehicle-kilometers.
Companies mentioned：中央社、交通部高速公路局、高公局
Concerns grow over AI infrastructure financing; analyst says constrained expansion could help extend the boom
Analysts say concerns are mounting over financing for AI infrastructure, but constraints on expansion could help balance supply and demand and extend the boom. SemiAnalysis founder Bartel believes substrate and PCB supplies will be harder to ease in the short term than power supply.
Facts
- Offer their respective views on the industry's outlook for 2027 and 2028
- A combined capacity approaching 50 gigawatts (GW)
Companies mentioned：中央社、CoreWeave、Meta、華美半導體協會、CASPA、伯恩斯坦、SemiAnalysis、輝達、Nvidia
2,500 British and French troops hold drills in Germany; 600 paratroopers drop in to showcase NATO's defensive capabilities
More than 2,500 British and French troops recently took part in the 7-week joint military exercise Rhino Titan in Germany. The drill included an airborne mission involving 600 British and French paratroopers and was intended to demonstrate NATO's defensive capabilities and ability to counter the Russian threat.
Facts
- More than 2,500 troops
- Lasting 7 weeks
- Original4架英國皇家空軍（RAF）A400M Atlas運輸機
- 600 British and French paratroopers
Companies mentioned：中央社、法新社、英國皇家空軍
Cheerleading team veteran runs for neighborhood chief; 曾云薔 makes her debut in community service after leaving the sports field
曾云薔, a candidate for neighborhood chief in Yuanlin Village, Tucheng District, New Taipei City, was a member of the national team at the Cheerleading World Cup. Her father, 曾進益, is a local political figure and sports association chairman who supports his daughter's move into community service.
Facts
- 2012
- 3rd place
- Ran for city council twice
- March this year
- Facing 3 candidates in the race
- More than 9,600 people
Typhoon 薔琵 moves away from eastern Taiwan as heavier rain remains possible; northeast monsoon to bring cooler weather on 10/27
The 氣象署 said Typhoon 薔琵 continues to weaken as it moves toward Japan's Kyushu. Eastern Taiwan may still see scattered brief showers, with localized heavy rain possible in Hualien and Taitung. The northeast monsoon will strengthen on 27 and 28, bringing cooler weather to northern and northeastern Taiwan.
Facts
- Overnight lows around 22 to 25 degrees Celsius
- Highs of about 27 to 30 degrees in northern and eastern Taiwan
- Highs of about 30 to 32 degrees in central and southern Taiwan
- About 5,000 kilometers from Taiwan
Companies mentioned：中央社、中央氣象署、氣象署
Painted rice fields in Guanxi and painted bridge piers in Zhudong: fostering local revitalization through everyday spaces
Guanxi Township Mayor 陳光彩 is promoting painted rice fields that connect the market with tourism. Zhudong town representative 范格菱 has invited residents to paint bridge piers to improve public spaces. Both are promoting local revitalization through everyday spaces.
Facts
- The 2-day event in 2024 attracted about 1,800 visits
- The figure rose to 2,500 visits in 2025
- It grew further to about 4,500 visits this year
- Overall business opportunities grew by about 3 to 4 tenths compared with ordinary days
Election trail／Highly educated candidates give back to their communities through public service, taking their expertise to the grassroots
In the 2026 nine-in-one elections, several people with doctoral degrees are running for township, town and city mayor and neighborhood chief, including Democratic Progressive Party candidate 林月琴, independent candidate 陳宏欣, Kuomintang candidate 吳旭智 and retired National Taiwan University professor 王銘宗. They hope to put their expertise to work in grassroots service.
Facts
- Grew to more than 200 people
- 30 years in work with children and youth
- In 8 years as a county councilor
- Now entering the 10th term
- Serve 15 students each term
- Won the 1990 U.S. doctoral dissertation award
Companies mentioned：中央社、陽明交大、麻省理工學院、台灣大學、普渡大學、工研院、外貿協會
Countries seek cooperation with AI powers to access advanced models; U.S. expert says Taiwan has the strongest advantage
U.S. expert Mehta said countries recognize they cannot develop advanced AI models independently and need to work with the United States and China. Thanks to its advantage in advanced chip manufacturing, Taiwan holds “the strongest card in the world,” and its importance will continue in the short term.
Facts
- Original全球9成AI伺服器與先進AI晶片
Companies mentioned：Google、台積電
Preserving the historic sites of the Battle of Guningtou: Kinmen National Park combines static visits with hands-on experiences
Huang Tzu-chuan, head of 金門國家公園管理處, said that to preserve the historic sites of the Battle of Guningtou, the park offers not only static visits but also hands-on activities introduced through measures such as leasing, including shooting experiences, survival games and bird exhibits, allowing visitors to experience Kinmen’s wartime history in depth.
Facts
- The past 77 years
- Early morning of Oct. 25, ROC year 38
- (Edited by: Chang Kuo-cheng) 1151025
Companies mentioned：中央社、金門國家公園管理處、金管處
Left-wing red tide faces off against right-wing wave on eve of Brazil runoff; Bolsonaro Jr. narrowly leads Lula in polls
On the eve of Brazil’s presidential runoff, incumbent President Lula and right-wing candidate Flávio Bolsonaro are locked in a fierce campaign. Polls show Bolsonaro with a slight lead, but the two are effectively tied within the margin of error.
Facts
- Received 47% of the vote
- Ahead of Lula’s 45%
- Voting intention stands at 51%
- Ahead of Lula’s 49%
Companies mentioned：中央社、法新社、Datafolha、Quaest
Protests erupt in Italy over 2 consecutive weekends; police arrest 9 and briefly detain 371
Protests and violent clashes erupted in Italy over 2 consecutive weekends. Police arrested 9 people in 8 cities and briefly detained 371, including 110 minors. Prime Minister Meloni’s government approved strict security measures and deployed 500 soldiers to Milan, while launching arrests targeting key figures in the “October 17 Movement.”
Facts
- 9 arrested
- 371 briefly detained
- Including 110 minors
- Police in 8 cities
- A 24-year-old protester from Milan
- A 30-year-old man has been arrested
- Government deploys 500 soldiers
Taiwan | 風傳媒（22）
Don’t just visit the aquarium and Nanwan in Pingtung! The must-see 2026 attraction ranking’s TOP 10 winner is a place with clean, tidy streets and plenty of distinctive little shops to browse at your leisure
The Tourism Administration of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications released its ranking of popular Pingtung attractions from January to August 2026. The winner, Victory Star Village Creative Life Park, drew more than ten million visitors, reflecting the success of revitalizing cultural and historic spaces.
Facts
- Checheng Fuan Temple drew 3,885,910 visitors from January to August 2026, ranking second.
- Pingtung County’s Pingtung County People’s Park drew 2,475,912 visitors from January to August 2026, ranking third.
- The National Museum of Marine Biology and Aquarium drew 505,039 visitors from January to August 2026, ranking tenth.
- Victory Star Village Creative Life Park is home to Taiwan’s largest, most numerous and best-preserved collection of Japanese military officers’ residences.
Why do Japanese people live so long? It’s not just a matter of eating lightly! Experts reveal “2 types of food” to eat more of for healthy blood vessels and gut
This article explores the link between longevity in Japan and traditional washoku, highlighting the “one soup, three dishes” format and the importance of fermented foods. The author recommends switching to rice with side dishes for breakfast to optimize fiber and protein intake and promote gut and cardiovascular health.
Facts
- Washoku is considered one of the important factors behind Japan’s status as a longevity nation. Epidemiological studies in recent years have also confirmed that the Mediterranean diet, which shares principles with washoku, can benefit health.
- Dietary fiber can curb rapid rises in blood sugar after meals and suppress increases in triglycerides and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol.
- Polyglutamic acid in natto can help suppress rises in blood sugar after meals.
- Author Akiko Yamashita is deputy director of Imamura Hospital, run by the medical corporation Jousuikai, and a neurologist.
Shen Po-yang proposes “north-south stitching” along Civic Boulevard; media figure slams him over 1 question: Has he ever lived in Taipei?
During the 2026 local elections, Democratic Progressive Party Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Po-yang proposed “north-south stitching” along Civic Boulevard, drawing strong opposition from the Kuomintang camp and media figures. Critics said he misunderstood the boulevard’s function, warned the changes could worsen traffic congestion and questioned his ability to govern.
Facts
- Democratic Progressive Party Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Po-yang proposed an urban corridor plan to “stitch north and south” along Civic Boulevard.
- Media figure Wenxiang Political Commentary blasted Shen Po-yang for lacking an understanding of Taipei traffic and commercial district development.
- Yang Pei-yun, spokesperson for Chiang Wan-an’s campaign office, criticized Shen Po-yang for being unfamiliar with the history of transportation infrastructure.
- Wenxiang Political Commentary questioned whether, by Shen’s logic, major roads such as Zhongxiao, Ren’ai and others would all count as roads that divide the city.
- Traffic on Civic Boulevard is already extremely congested during peak hours, and forcing through a revamp could bring traffic to a standstill.
Can you put coffee or milk tea in a thermos? Experts reveal 5 major don’ts that could make you drink heavy metals and toxins
Experts warn people using thermoses as the weather turns colder to avoid putting in hot lemon water, miso soup, lattes, carbonated drinks and sports drinks, which can corrode the liner or cause spills. They also stress that rough scrubbers and chlorine bleach should not be used for cleaning, and recommend checking product labels to ensure safety and longevity.
Facts
- Hot lemon water and fruit juice, because of their acidic ingredients and gas produced by spoilage, may accelerate corrosion of a thermos liner or cause contents to spray out.
- Miso soup and other hot soups contain salt, and storing them for a long time in a thermos not designed for them may cause the stainless steel to rust.
- If milk-based drinks such as lattes and fresh milk tea spoil, the gas they produce may raise pressure inside the bottle and cause contents to spray out.
- Carbon dioxide released by carbonated drinks may build up inside a sealed thermos, making it difficult to open or causing the contents to spray out.
- Sports drinks contain salt, and putting them in ordinary metal thermoses may increase the risk of rust.
- Scrubbing a thermos with steel wool, metal brushes or rough scrubbers may scratch its inner wall or damage its surface coating.
- Chlorine bleach may corrode stainless steel and, in severe cases, even cause perforation.
Companies mentioned：象印
Weather forecast／Typhoon Qiangpi has just left, and a new typhoon is on the way: “Taiwan impact revealed”! Cold air arrives in successive waves, bringing 3 days of falling temperatures and heavy rain; forecasters reveal when skies will clear
The Central Weather Administration said Typhoon Qiangpi is heading toward Kyushu, Japan, and weakening, while rain will continue in the east. The northeast monsoon is expected to strengthen twice, on the 27th and 28th and again on the 31st, bringing cooler temperatures and rain to the north and northeast, while central and southern areas will be mostly cloudy to sunny.
Facts
- Typhoon Qiangpi is north-northeast of Taiwan and heading toward Kyushu, Japan, with its intensity expected to gradually weaken.
- The northeast monsoon is forecast to strengthen on October 27 and 28, bringing slightly cooler weather to the north and northeast.
- Tropical Storm No. 30, Fung-wong, is about 5,000 kilometers from Taiwan and will have no direct effect on the island’s weather.
- The next surge of the northeast monsoon is expected to strengthen on October 31, bringing another drop in temperatures to the north and northeast.
- After Typhoon Qiangpi moves away on October 25, scattered brief showers will continue in eastern Taiwan, with particularly heavy local rain possible in Hualien and Taitung.
10/25 International Morning Brief｜Iran plots attacks on Americans, U.S. urgently withdraws diplomats from Saudi Arabia；Rubio pledges not to use Taiwan arms sales as bargaining chips；Typhoon Qiangpi heads straight for Kyushu, rainfall could reach 200 millimeters
The United States withdrew diplomats from Saudi Arabia and raised its travel advisory amid escalating threats from Iran; a U.S. lawmaker said Rubio pledged not to use arms sales to Taiwan as leverage against China; large-scale anti-government protests erupted in France; Brazil held its presidential runoff; and a Philippine senator was wanted by police.
Facts
- U.S. Director of National Intelligence Clayton wrote to Secretary of State Rubio, saying Iran’s lethal plots against American citizens in the Middle East and some other countries had reached an advanced stage.
- U.S. Democratic Representative Bera said Secretary of State Rubio assured him that U.S. policy on not using Taiwan and arms sales as bargaining chips had not changed at all.
- Original菲律賓內政部長宣布參議員德拉羅薩「持械且危險」，懸賞5000萬披索緝捕。
Original拿出身分證！對中號碼送龍蝦牛肉、55歲以上吃到飽打75折、符合條件1人免費，10月全台餐廳優惠一次看
With the fall and winter dining season approaching, 台北六福萬怡酒店, 高雄福華大飯店 and 千葉火鍋 have rolled out promotions including a seafood season, free lobster for matching ID numbers, and all-you-can-eat fried chicken skin to attract diners.
Facts
- “Sunrise All-Day Dining” at 台北六福萬怡酒店 launched its “International Seafood Season” on October 14, with the promotion running through February 17 next year.
- 高雄福華大飯店’s Smile One hot pot restaurant is offering a “520 ID-card promotion”: customers whose ID numbers contain all of “5,” “2” and “0” and spend at least NT$2,000 will receive a Boston lobster.
- 千葉火鍋 is offering all-you-can-eat fried chicken skin from Nov. 1 to Nov. 30, with 5 seasoning powders to choose from.
- The weekday promotional price for 2 people at the Delight Restaurant at Courtyard by Marriott Taipei is NT$2,499, and the weekend price is NT$3,299.
- 千葉火鍋 is offering a “Vietnamese Flavors” themed feast from Nov. 1 to Dec. 31, featuring 8 Vietnamese dishes and 5 flavor sections.
Companies mentioned：台北六福萬怡酒店、高雄福華大飯店、千葉火鍋
Jing Boran and Sun Qian’s The Early Spring Is Bright loses out! TOP 10 best sweet romance Chinese dramas in recent years: the top pick is rated higher than Hidden Love, while this hit drama hooks viewers from the first episode
《BEAUTY美人圈》 reported that 微博 users voted for the 10 most popular sweet romance Chinese dramas in recent years. The top spot went to The Early Spring Is Bright, starring Jing Boran and Sun Qian, which was rated higher than Hidden Love. The runner-up was Love You for a Long Time, and the third-place pick was Lighter & Princess.
Facts
- Hidden Love ranked No. 4 in the vote.
- A Romance of the Little Forest, starring Yu Shuxin and Zhang Binbin, ranked No. 10 on the recommendation list.
- Bright Like the Stars stars Yu Shuxin and Chen Jingke, combining young love with competitive soccer.
- Love You for a Long Time, starring Yang Zi and Fan Chengcheng, depicts how friendship, family ties and love change over time.
- Double Track centers on the reunion of a brother and sister who are not biologically related, against an international backdrop and amid childhood trauma.
- The Sun Is Just Like Me is adapted from Gu Man’s novel of the same name and stars Song Weilong and Zhao Jinmai.
- Lighter & Princess is adapted from Twentine’s novel The Lighter and the Princess Dress and stars Chen Feiyu and Zhang Jingyi.
Companies mentioned：《BEAUTY美人圈》、imdb、微博
Love River and Weiwuying lose out! Kaohsiung’s top attraction is this one, praised for its packed events, plentiful facilities, beautiful scenery and convenient transport: a must-visit every week
A survey commissioned by 高雄市政府 and conducted by 顧問公司 found, in questionnaires completed by 5,253 people, that the Pier-2 Art Center ranked as the most representative landmark in the eyes of both residents and visitors, reflecting Kaohsiung’s distinctive harbor and arts image.
Facts
- 高雄市政府 commissioned 顧問公司 to conduct a study on “Kaohsiung’s City Brand and Development Strategy,” surveying which landmarks best represent Kaohsiung.
- The survey was conducted from Sept. 17 to Oct. 17, 2025, and received 5,253 valid responses.
- The Pier-2 Art Center was the top choice among both Kaohsiung residents and visitors from elsewhere.
- The recognition rate for the Pier-2 Art Center among Kaohsiung residents was 62.6%.
- The recognition rate for the Pier-2 Art Center among non-Kaohsiung residents was 63.2%, while the rate for Love River was 50.8%.
Companies mentioned：高雄市政府、顧問公司
Original奇異果別再拿刀削皮！專家授1招「神級去皮法」，省時又不浪費果肉
A Japanese lifestyle website shared a kiwi-peeling tip: freeze the whole fruit, then rinse it under running water to make it easy to peel by hand and enjoy a sorbet-like texture.
Facts
- Freeze the whole kiwi for at least 6 hours before proceeding with the peeling steps.
- Rinse the kiwi taken from the freezer under running water for about 1 minute to thaw it slightly.
- Use a spoon to remove the hard ends of the kiwi.
- The inside of a frozen kiwi has a sorbet-like texture, while the outer flesh is softer.
- Wipe the kiwi dry with a paper towel before freezing it.
Taiwanese people love these “4 kinds of fish,” but don’t eat them often! Beware of heavy metals; just 2 slices of sashimi could put you over the limit
Research shows mercury levels in tuna have barely fallen in nearly 50 years. The Food and Drug Administration has urged the public to watch for heavy-metal risks and advised pregnant women, children and adults to limit their intake of large fish such as shark, marlin, tuna and escolar, keeping weekly consumption within safe limits.
Facts
- A study published in Environmental Science & Technology Letters found that mercury levels in tuna have changed little since 1971.
- After being ingested through food, methylmercury is absorbed through the gastrointestinal tract, with an absorption rate of up to 95% or more.
- Based on a maximum methylmercury concentration of 1 ppm in fish, an adult weighing 50 kilograms should not eat more than 65 grams of large fish in a week.
- For an average adult, eating 2 slices of tuna or marlin sashimi could exceed the recommended weekly limit of 65 grams.
- A serving of fish is about 35 grams, roughly the size and thickness of 3 adult fingers held together.
- The research team speculated that stable mercury levels in tuna worldwide may be due to mercury released in the past mixing upward from deep water into shallower waters.
Not spicy or milk-based! Taiwan’s TOP 10 favorite hot pot broths: the champion is praised by food lovers for its fresh, rich flavor that grows more fragrant the longer it cooks
《網路溫度計DailyView》 released its 2026 ranking of Taiwan’s 10 most popular hot pot broths, with seafood hot pot, spicy hot pot and sukiyaki taking the top 3 spots. The list spans flavors including herbal, Thai-style and stone hot pot, reflecting the market’s appetite for variety.
Facts
- 《網路溫度計DailyView》 compiled a ranking of the 10 most-discussed hot pot broths online using 《KEYPO大數據關鍵引擎》.
- Seafood hot pot, spicy hot pot and sukiyaki took the top 3 spots among the 10 most popular hot pot broths of 2026.
- Herbal hot pot is often simmered in stock with ingredients such as angelica root, goji berries, astragalus and red dates. Notable restaurants include 無老鍋 and 天香回味.
- Stone hot pot is characterized by stir-frying aromatics before adding the broth, blending the fragrance of oil with the sweetness of vegetables. Notable restaurants include 石二鍋 and 松江自助石頭火鍋.
- Sukiyaki originated in Japan. The Kanto style uses soy sauce, mirin, sake and sugar to make a sweet-and-salty sauce, while the Kansai style involves melting beef fat in the pot and searing slices of meat.
Companies mentioned：網路溫度計DailyView、KEYPO大數據關鍵引擎、無老鍋、天香回味、藍象廷泰式火鍋、泰滾 Rolling Thai、萬客什鍋、石二鍋、松江自助石頭火鍋、雅香石頭火鍋、小紅莓石頭火鍋城、圍爐酸菜白肉鍋、台電勵進酸菜白肉鍋、老舅的家鄉味、泰和樓、富馨園麵食館、都一處、涓豆腐、豆腐村、安妞韓館안녕、驥園川菜餐廳、雞窩餐廳、星曜雞湯、加分100%浜中特選昆布鍋物、聚 日式鍋物、MO-MO-PARADISE、一丁二代目、一番地、黑毛屋
If you have elderly family members, remember to claim this! New government policy takes effect: “Receive NT$15,000 per month with no income or asset limit”—eligibility and application details for long-term care subsidies
The Ministry of Health and Welfare said it will raise subsidies for residents of long-term care institutions starting in 2026 under the Long-term Care 3.0 policy. The monthly maximum will be NT$15,000, and the annual cap will rise to NT$180,000. The income and asset limits will be removed, and eligibility will be assessed monthly.
Facts
- The Ministry of Health and Welfare announced that subsidy amounts for users of residential service institutions will increase starting Jan. 1, 2026, with a monthly maximum of NT$15,000.
- The annual cap for residential long-term care subsidies will rise from NT$120,000 to NT$180,000 in 2026.
- The income and asset limits for residential long-term care subsidies will be removed, so applicants will not lose eligibility because of higher household income or assets.
- Under the new 2026 policy, subsidy eligibility will be assessed monthly instead of by cumulative days over the year; staying for at least half the days in a month will qualify.
- People with proof of a moderate or more severe disability can apply for an additional NT$5,000 per month in residential care subsidies.
Your NT$6,000 is gone! 1 traffic violation is “extremely easy to get reported for on the freeway”—many drivers only learn it’s illegal when a ticket arrives
The Freeway Bureau urged road users not to use freeway climbing lanes to overtake. Violators face fines of up to NT$6,000. There are 28 climbing lanes across Taiwan, designed to maintain smooth and safe traffic flow.
Facts
- The Freeway Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications reminded road users not to use climbing lanes to overtake; violators may be fined up to NT$6,000.
- There are currently 28 climbing lanes on freeways across Taiwan.
- Illegal overtaking in a climbing lane is punishable by a fine of NT$3,000 to NT$6,000.
- Climbing lanes are mainly for slow-moving vehicles traveling below the minimum speed limit.
- Weaving while driving uphill is punishable by a fine of NT$600 to NT$1,200.
Longfeng Fishing Harbor and Sanyi lose out! Miaoli’s top attraction draws 2.9 million visitors, who praise its food and shopping and return every year
The Tourism Administration of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications released tourism statistics for Miaoli from January to August 2026. Baishatun Gongtian Temple topped the list with nearly 2.91 million visitors, followed by Shang Shun World and Sanyi Wood Sculpture Street in second and third place, highlighting Miaoli’s diverse tourism appeal.
Facts
- Baishatun Gongtian Temple was the most visited attraction in Miaoli from January to August 2026, with a total of 2,900,910 visits.
- The pilgrimage to Baishatun Gongtian Temple is designated a national important intangible cultural asset.
- Original尚順育樂世界為全台灣少見的大型全室內遊樂場，結合立體投影與VR虛擬實境科技。
- Sanyi Wood Sculpture Street brings together various craft works, tea spaces and Hakka-style handmade souvenirs.
- Longfeng Fishing Harbor ranked fifth among Miaoli’s tourist attractions from January to August 2026, with a total of 866,190 visits.
Original【新新聞】藍綠基本盤真的變了？台北市藍營6成4掉到4成2 小草成2026變數
This article analyzes changes in Taipei’s electoral landscape ahead of the 2026 nine-in-one elections, noting that support for the blue camp has fallen from 64% to 42%, creating a three-way split among the blue, green and white camps. DPP candidate Puma Shen leads in the polls, while the Taiwan People’s Party has become a key variable.
Facts
- In the 2002 Taipei mayoral election, Ma Ying-jeou won 64% of the vote.
- Taipei’s political landscape in 2024 was split three ways among the blue, green and white camps.
- Some polls show Puma Shen leading incumbent Mayor Chiang Wan-an by more than ten percentage points.
- The 2025 mass recall campaign brought the blue and white camps together.
Never choose this row of seats on a plane! Travel experts warn of “more noise and noticeable turbulence,” which can seriously detract from the flying experience
英國《鏡報》 cited advice from several travel experts in analyzing the pros and cons of different seats on a plane. Experts said seats at the rear are more prone to turbulence and disturbances, and advised travelers to choose based on their needs: seats over the wings for a smoother ride and seats near the front for a quicker exit. They also cautioned travelers to consider overhead-bin space and restrictions on emergency-exit rows.
Facts
- Nicholas Smith, holiday digital director at 托馬斯庫克旅遊公司, said seats at the very back of a plane are near the galley and restrooms, and feel more turbulent when the plane encounters air pockets.
- Izzy Nicholls, founder of the road-trip blog “The Gap Decaders,” advised travelers seeking a peaceful journey to book seats at the front of the plane to minimize disturbances.
- Stasher CEO Jacob Wedderburn-Day warned that when passengers board late, the overhead bins at the back of the cabin may already be full, forcing them to stow their bags farther away.
- Andrea Platania of Transfeero said that the seatbacks in the last row of a plane may have limited recline, and that the seats are prone to disturbances because they are near the restrooms.
- Experts advised passengers prone to motion sickness or concerned about turbulence to choose seats over the wings, as this area is close to the plane’s center of gravity and experiences less movement.
Companies mentioned：英國《鏡報》、托馬斯庫克旅遊公司、Stasher、Transfeero
Hundred Industries Gold Medal Figures》One teacher came from special education, another from the nonprofit sector: Two teachers at Nangou Elementary School encourage children to ask questions about the world
Nangou Elementary School teachers Chen You-yu and Wu Chia-ming draw on their respective backgrounds in special education and nonprofit organizations to encourage students to ask questions and learn about the world, demonstrating education’s far-reaching impact.
Facts
- Chen You-yu wanted to be a teacher from a young age, went on to earn a doctorate in special education, and initially specialized in education for people with disabilities.
- While at university, Wu Chia-ming founded an association and took younger students to elementary schools to tutor children and run camps. After graduating, Wu went to work for a nonprofit organization.
- When Chen You-yu became a teacher in a gifted class, she once wondered, “They’re so smart—what am I supposed to teach them?”
- Wu Chia-ming brought experience in nontraditional education into the school, hoping to keep the curriculum connected to the outside world.
- A boy who took part in a traffic-safety initiative continued volunteering even after entering medical school.
After Hours》Did the US bet on the wrong stablecoin? Eichengreen doubts Tether’s prospects: China’s digital-currency strategy could turn the tables on the US
University of California, Berkeley professor Barry Eichengreen told 風傳媒 in an interview that the US made the wrong choice by betting on stablecoins. He praised tokenized deposits and CBDC proposals advanced by Europe and China, and suggested Taiwan consider this alternative path.
Facts
- Eichengreen believes the United States has backed the wrong contender in the digital currency race.
- Eichengreen said the dollar is now also being created by private stablecoin companies.
- The US passed a dedicated stablecoin law, the GENIUS Act, last year.
- The mBridge platform has processed about US$55 billion in transactions, still a small amount compared with the more than US$5 trillion processed daily by SWIFT.
- Eichengreen believes blockchain distributed-ledger technology is here to stay.
- OriginalmBridge平台上逾九成交易以人民幣進行。
- Eichengreen is skeptical that stablecoins can survive over the long term.
Companies mentioned：風傳媒、Tether
Behind the scenes》Why did Lai Ching-te send Ma Yung-cheng to help Puma Shen? DPP brings out its best weapons for Taipei
The team of DPP Taipei mayoral candidate Puma Shen held a closed-door training session on October 20, inviting government heavyweights including Ma Yung-cheng and Huang Chung-yen to share campaign strategies. The move, combined with assistance from aides formerly associated with Tsai Ing-wen, reflects the party’s strong determination to win a Taipei seat.
Facts
- DPP Taipei mayoral candidate Puma Shen will debate Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an on October 31.
- Puma Shen’s team held “presidential-level training” on the evening of October 20, convening a closed-door meeting with National Security Council advisory committee member Huang Chung-yen, Executive Yuan Minister without Portfolio Ma Yung-cheng, and Executive Yuan Secretary-General Chang Tun-han.
- From the outset of Puma Shen’s campaign, publicity aides from former President Tsai Ing-wen’s team privately offered advice and helped with social media and image-building.
- Key figures in Lai Ching-te’s administration personally stepped in to teach Puma Shen campaign “insider tips” he had overlooked.
- The involvement of aides to two DPP presidents in succession shows the party’s determination to win Taipei.
Hundred Industries Gold Medal》From traditional markets to family dining tables! Nangou Elementary School’s Wu Chia-ming and Chen You-yu use food and farming education to bring children into the real world
Changhua’s Nangou Elementary School teachers Wu Chia-ming and Chen You-yu promote food and farming education through visits to markets and family cooking activities, addressing the disconnect between students’ knowledge and daily life while fostering civic awareness in the face of public misunderstanding.
Facts
- Nangou Elementary School gifted-class teachers Wu Chia-ming and Chen You-yu have extended food and farming education to traditional markets and family dining tables.
- In the early stages of the course, a nearby restaurant owner introduced the students to the market, where they gathered stories from local vendors and learned about issues such as the vendors’ aging population and empty stalls.
- During a short trip to Lukang, students discovered a gap between textbook knowledge and real-world spaces: for example, they recognized landmarks but did not know where they were or had never taken a bus.
- A member of the public once questioned whether a teacher taking students outside during class time was a form of protest. Chen You-yu was emotionally shaken after returning to school but continued to guide students in discussion.
Hsu Chien-hung column: The Flying Tigers and US-China diplomatic maneuvering
Hsu Chien-hung analyzes the dispute over historical narratives in Taiwan and the US sparked by Trump’s mention of the Flying Tigers. He criticizes the Lai administration for neglecting history and giving Beijing an opening, and says Flying Tigers diplomacy served as both a buffer between China and the US and a tool for united-front work.
Facts
- Trump’s mention of the Flying Tigers at a dinner welcoming Xi Jinping sparked heated debate in Taiwan.
- According to the US Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency, the remains of 690 US service members killed in the China theater during World War II have yet to be found.
- Former President Bill Clinton used the discovery in mainland China of wreckage from a US B-24 bomber as an opportunity to secure a visit to the US by Jiang Zemin, easing tensions that had persisted since the 1996 Taiwan Strait crisis.
- Rossi, president of the American Flying Tigers Association, visited mainland China several times and attended events in Beijing in 2005 marking the 60th anniversary of victory in the War of Resistance against Japan, where he was received by then-President Hu Jintao.
- At the Flight Path Museum near Los Angeles International Airport, the exhibit on the Flying Tigers displays the Republic of China flag. Photos of Chiang Kai-shek and Soong Mei-ling are commonly seen in the galleries, but there are no photos of Mao Zedong.
Companies mentioned：聯邦快遞、飛虎航空公司
Taiwan | 鉅亨網（8）
Buy only half the house you can afford! “The Big Short” investor Burry advises Gen Z to avoid crushing mortgages and shares 10 rules for getting through life
Investor Burry published 10 pieces of life advice in his newsletter, covering finances, attitudes toward life and charitable giving. He particularly stressed that homebuyers should buy within their means to preserve their career freedom.
Facts
- Burry advised people to “buy only half as much house as you can afford” to avoid the burden of a hefty mortgage.
- Burry donates 5% of his monthly newsletter income to the nonprofit medical clinic Siloam Health.
- The housing affordability index for September released by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) was 105.4.
- The September housing affordability indexes for the US Northeast and West were 91.5 and 77.9, respectively.
- For first-time homebuyers, the average housing affordability index in 2026 is expected to be just 69.6.
Companies mentioned：Fortune、Siloam Health、NAR
China urges the US to stop expanding restrictions on investment in China, warning of damage to bilateral economic and trade ties
China’s Ministry of Commerce on the 24th urged the US to stop expanding restrictions on investment in China, opposing Washington’s move to bring new fields such as biotechnology and high-performance computing under the rules. It warned that the move would undermine bilateral economic and trade ties and violate the consensus reached by the two countries’ leaders.
Facts
- China’s Ministry of Commerce urges the US to stop expanding restrictions on investment in China
- US Treasury proposes revisions to its outbound investment security program
- US plans to add biotechnology to areas subject to investment restrictions
- US expands the scope of controls on high-performance computing and hypersonic systems
- China’s Ministry of Commerce said in a statement that the proposal discriminatorily expands investment restrictions targeting China.
- China warned that the proposal runs counter to the consensus reached by the two countries’ leaders.
- The leaders of the two countries have met twice in the past 6 months.
Original胡連斥2.5億元收購LA PUNTA 8成股權 跨足高端重機與頂級超跑供應鏈
胡連 announced the acquisition of an 80% stake in Italian company LA PUNTA for 6.88 million euros, aiming to integrate the European industrial chain and enter the supply chains for high-end motorcycles and supercars. The deal is expected to close in January next year.
Facts
- 胡連 announced that its Italian subsidiary has signed a share purchase agreement to acquire an 80% stake in LA PUNTA S.R.L.
- The total transaction amount is 6.88 million euros, including an enterprise value of 5.76 million euros and 1.12 million euros in net debt and working capital.
- Through the acquisition, 胡連 is entering the supply chains for high-end motorcycles and top-tier supercars, while pursuing vertical and horizontal integration in Europe.
- Original國富浩華聯合會計師事務所採用市場法及收益法各賦予50%權重評估交易價格。
- After a comprehensive assessment, the reasonable range for the enterprise value corresponding to the target company's 80% stake is 5.527 million to 6.261 million euros.
- The transaction will be paid for in cash, funded by the company's own capital and bank loans.
- The deal is expected to close by the end of January next year.
Companies mentioned：胡連、Hu Lane Associate Europe S.r.l.、LA PUNTA S.R.L.、國富浩華聯合會計師事務所
AI giants pour money into locking in capacity ahead of time! Shortage of key substrates widens as pricing power shifts decisively
Demand for AI computing power is driving up specifications for high-end ABF substrates, leaving a supply-demand gap through 2028 and shifting pricing power to suppliers. Taiwanese heavyweights such as 欣興 and 南電 are leveraging their technological advantages to make strategic moves in glass and ceramic substrates, positioning themselves to capture long-term profit growth.
Facts
- The supply-demand gap for high-end ABF substrates is expected to widen through 2028
- Packaging mask sizes have grown from 1x in the early days to 3x and even more than 9x
- Substrate specifications have rapidly expanded from the previous 55×55mm to 110×110mm and more than 26 layers
- Global tech giants are signing long-term contracts and making advance payments to secure entire factories and lock in supplies
- 欣興 has the capabilities for high-end ABF mass production and CoWoS substrates
Companies mentioned：欣興、南電、景碩、臻鼎-KY、台積電
Travel industry ramps up online travel fair sales, with discounts on these destinations and airfares
The 2026 ITF Taipei International Travel Fair is about to open, and operators including Lion Travel, EVA Air and China Airlines have launched online travel fairs with airfare discounts. With fares stable and demand recovering, winter travel bookings have grown significantly, and operators expect double-digit growth in business.
Facts
- The 2026 ITF Taipei International Travel Fair will run from Nov. 6 to Nov. 9.
- Original雄獅今年冬季旅遊訂單人數較去年成長3成。
- EVA Air is offering discounted fares from Taoyuan to Hong Kong starting at NT$3,280.
- China Airlines will increase flights across its Australia and New Zealand routes starting Oct. 25.
- EVA Air will create an in-person travel fair booth themed around an “Indian palace.”
Companies mentioned：雄獅(2731-TW)、長榮航(2618-TW)、華航(2610-TW)
Up 4.6% in October! Swiss stocks become a haven amid market fears over AI
Swiss stocks have risen 4.6% so far this month, significantly outperforming the eurozone's Stoxx 50 index, driven mainly by defensive heavyweight stocks such as Roche, Novartis and Nestlé. Funds have flowed out of AI trades and back into pharmaceutical and food stocks, while upgraded profit forecasts have also attracted investor attention. High valuations and currency fluctuations remain potential risks.
Facts
- Swiss stocks have risen 4.6% month to date
- The eurozone's benchmark Euro Stoxx 50 index fell 3.2% over the same period
- Roche shares rose 12%
- Nestlé shares rose 10%
- Profit growth expectations for constituent companies in 2027 rose to 10%
- A net 16% of fund managers are most bullish on Swiss stocks
Companies mentioned：EFG資產管理、美銀、彭博資訊、薩夫拉薩辛銀行
Musk may face “revenge” after the midterm elections! Democrats vow sweeping investigations into 特斯拉 and SpaceX
As the U.S. midterm elections approach, political tensions between Democrats and Musk are escalating. Democrats plan to launch sweeping investigations into contracts held by Musk's companies, DOGE policies and communications disputes involving Ukraine if they win. Musk, meanwhile, is pouring money into supporting Republicans and has threatened retaliation.
Facts
- Democrats have vowed to launch large-scale investigations into Musk's companies, federal government contracts and DOGE's actions if they regain control of Congress after the election.
- Musk has invested hundreds of millions of dollars in supporting Republican candidates, seeking to help the party retain its majority in Congress.
- New York University professor Scott Galloway predicts Musk will face the largest-ever wave of subpoenas and demands for congressional hearings after Nov. 4.
- Democratic Washington state Representative Pramila Jayapal questioned the controversial role of Musk-owned satellite communications service Starlink in the Russia-Ukraine war.
Companies mentioned：特斯拉、SpaceX
006208 plans 1-for-8 split! Beneficiary meeting set for Dec. 18; 1 lot will cost just NT$30,000
Original富邦投信擬將006208富邦台50 ETF進行1拆8分割，受益人會議定於12月18日召開。此举旨在降低投資門檻至3萬元，並維持市場流動性，反映該基金規模與人氣持續攀升。
Facts
- Original富邦投信將於12月18日以書面方式召開受益人會議，表決是否進行006208基金分割。
- Original006208富邦台50 ETF初估分割倍數為8倍，目的是降低單位交易價格與投資門檻。
- After the split, 1 lot of 006208 will cost just NT$30,000.
- As of Oct. 6, 2026, the net asset value per unit of 006208 had reached NT$266.74, with a market price of about NT$265.9.
- The 006208 fund's assets grew from about NT$289.78 billion at the end of 2025 to NT$496.3 billion on Oct. 6 this year.
- Electronic voting will run from Nov. 27 to Dec. 15, while transfers of beneficiary certificates will be suspended from Nov. 19 to Dec. 18.
- The number of beneficiaries had reached 712,000 as of Oct. 8.
- After the fund's assets exceed NT$500 billion, the management fee rate applicable to the portion above that threshold will fall to 0.08%.
Companies mentioned：富邦投信、富邦銀行
Taiwan | 內政部消防署（6）
[Warehouse fire] [06:55 on the 24th: Warehouse fire in Meinong Village, Beinan Township, Taitung County; extinguished, no casualties] Initial/final report
A warehouse fire broke out in Meinong Village, Beinan Township, Taitung County, at 06:55 on the 24th. The fire department dispatched 10 vehicles and 25 personnel to extinguish the blaze. There were no casualties.
Facts
- 1 floor
- 06:55
- 07:16
- 07:23
- 07:29
- 10 vehicles
- 25 personnel
- 50 square meters
[Residential fire] [07:20 on the 24th: Residential fire in Jinhu Township, Kinmen County; extinguished, no casualties] Initial/final report
A residential fire broke out in Jinhu Township, Kinmen County, at 07:20 on the 24th. The fire department dispatched 6 vehicles and 12 personnel and extinguished the blaze at 07:54. There were no casualties, and the burned area was about 70 square meters.
Facts
- 07:20
- 1 floor
- 07:31
- 07:42
- 07:54
- 6 vehicles
- 12 people
- 70 square meters
Original【住宅火災】【24日15:13桃園市新屋區新文路住宅火災，16:15火勢撲滅，1男無生命徵象送醫急救後宣告死亡】初(結)報
Original24日15:13桃園市新屋區新文路發生住宅火災，現場為1層鐵皮建物。消防局出動30車73人救援，於16:15將火勢撲滅。事故造成1名男性無生命徵象送醫後宣告死亡，燃燒面積約20平方公尺。
Facts
- 15:13
- 16:15
- 1 man
- 30 vehicles
- 73 personnel
- 16:06
- 20 square meters
[Scrap car recycling yard fire] [19:52 on the 24th: Fire at a scrap car recycling plant in Linkou District, New Taipei City; extinguished, no casualties] Initial/final report
A fire broke out at a scrap car recycling plant in Linkou District, New Taipei City, at 19:52 on the 24th. The site included a 1-story metal-sheet office and scrap cars piled in an open area. The fire department dispatched 20 vehicles, 49 personnel and a firefighting robot to tackle the blaze, which was extinguished at 20:43. There were no casualties, and the burned area was about 30 square meters. The incident was also reported to the Department of Atmospheric Environment of the Ministry of Environment.
Facts
- 19:52
- 20 vehicles
- 49 people
- 1 firefighting robot
- 30 square meters
[Occupational accident] [14:13 on the 24th: 2 workers fell into the basement 1 level at an elevator shaft construction site for a new residence on Zhongyuan East Road, Xinzhuang District, New Taipei City; taken to hospital with no signs of life and pronounced dead] Initial/final report
An occupational accident occurred at an elevator shaft construction site for a new residence on Zhongyuan East Road, Xinzhuang District, New Taipei City. 2 workers fell to basement 1 and were pronounced dead after being taken to hospital.
Facts
- 13 vehicles
- 16 people
- 2 Taiwanese workers
Companies mentioned：消防局、輔大醫院、衛生福利部臺北醫院、勞動部職業安全衛生署