AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-25 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 1 of 2https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 86 items from 5 sources; Japan, 16 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en Hsu Shu-hua launches Zhongliao campaign headquarters, seeks support; Wen Shih-cheng rallies in Caotun, calls for county-town cooperationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565336https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565336Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:44:42 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAKuomintang Nantou County magistrate candidate Hsu Shu-hua and Zhongliao Township chief candidate Chou Chun-lin launched a joint campaign headquarters. Democratic Progressive Party Nantou County magistrate candidate Wen Shih-cheng and Caotun Township chief candidate Chang Yuan-ting also launched a joint campaign headquarters, each calling for local development and county-town cooperation. Egyptian pound extends decline to record low; 埃及央行 governor urges public not to panichttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565337https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565337Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:44:40 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Egyptian pound fell below 55 pounds to the dollar, a record low. The 埃及央行 governor urged the public not to panic and said the flexible exchange-rate policy would be maintained. However, geopolitical tensions, rising energy import costs and foreign capital outflows have put continued depreciation pressure on the pound, while external debt and current account deficit problems remain. Where to watch the 61st Golden Bell Awards program-category broadcast: multiple angles all in one placehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565333https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565333Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:43:42 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 61st Golden Bell Awards ceremony for the program categories takes place tonight at 台北流行音樂中心, hosted by Chen Han-dian. This year's theme is “A Generation,” and several performers will take part in cross-disciplinary acts. Super Junior's Leeteuk and Kaoru Kobayashi canceled their appearances because of the typhoon. Viewers can watch the live broadcast on several platforms, including Sanlih and PTS. Brothers get 3 days' rest before Taiwan Series; Hirano Keiichi tells team: “There are still 3 games”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565334https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565334Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:43:38 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中信兄弟隊 fell behind 0 wins and 3 losses in the 中華職棒 championship series, then won Game 4 and got a break when the game was postponed because of a typhoon. Manager Hirano Keiichi announced that Rogo would start Game 5 and urged the players to “win 3 more games” and make history. Japan-Taiwan legislators' alliance grows active; amid cooling Japan-China ties, parliamentary diplomacy becomes a “lubricant”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565335https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565335Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:40:36 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAJapan-China relations cooled after remarks by Sanae Takaichi, making parliamentary diplomacy a lubricant. Members of the Japan-China Friendship Parliamentary Alliance visited China seeking understanding, while membership in the Japan-Taiwan Friendship Parliamentary Alliance grew to 325, with its activities becoming increasingly active. Domestic banks' high-asset management assets top NT$3.2 trillion; deposit ratio hits 4-and-a-half-year lowhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565330https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565330Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:38:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA金管會統計顯示，截至2026年9月底，國銀高資產客戶管理資產規模（AUM）達新台幣3兆2383億元，存款比率降至39.3%創下2022年4月以來新低；證券商方面，永豐金證券、國泰證券與兆豐證券為前三大業者。 Typhoon Bualoi causes estimated NT$4 million in crop damage in Taoyuan; north breakwater at Zhuwei Fishing Harbor damaged, repairs underwayhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565326https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565326Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:34:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATyphoon Bualoi damaged about 175 hectares of crops in Taoyuan, with losses initially estimated at about NT$4 million. The north breakwater at Zhuwei Fishing Harbor subsided and collapsed in places. The city government has launched emergency repairs and is considering agricultural disaster relief. Taoyuan improves people-friendly roads; 3 neighborhoods blend safety and local culturehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565327https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565327Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:31:29 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA桃園市政府工務局推動人本道路改善，涵蓋桃園火車站後站、成功路三段及新屋永安漁港等3處街區，結合行人安全、無障礙設施與地方文化打造生活空間。 Ukraine attacks Russia's Belgorod region, killing 3 and injuring 14https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565328https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565328Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:31:27 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNARussian local authorities said Ukraine attacked the Belgorod region with drones overnight, killing 3 people and injuring 14, while damaging multiple buildings and facilities. Marking Retrocession Day, Cheng Li-wun says Taiwan needs the ability to defend itselfhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565329https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565329Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:30:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA國民黨主席鄭麗文於台灣光復節發表聲明，強調台灣需具備守護自身安全、尊嚴與和平的能力，並呼籲以歷史為起點凝聚共同希望。 Chinese environmental volunteer Zhang Wenbin seized in cross-province operation; family confirms he has been detainedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565230https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565230Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:27:23 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChinese environmental volunteer Zhang Wenbin was seized in a cross-province operation and taken from Urumqi to Yichun, Jiangxi. His family confirmed that he has been detained on suspicion of extortion and is expected to be held for at least 37 days. Li Zhanyi makes Taiwan Series debut, dares not dream of being a hero; seeing Tseng Sheng-an reminds him of Li Haoyuhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565091https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565091Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:22:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIn Game 5 of the CPBL championship series, 23-year-old 味全龍隊 infielder Li Zhanyi made his debut as the starting designated hitter. He admitted he did not dare imagine replicating Tseng Sheng-an’s heroic performance, and said that seeing Tseng reminded him of fellow prospect Li Haoyu. Stock market rally boosts securities investment trust and consulting AUM; asset management scale at the Asian Asset Management Center grows by 15 trillionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565092https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565092Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:21:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA金管會 statistics showed that total financial industry assets under management (AUM) reached NT$47.8 trillion at the end of August 2026, an increase of NT$15.24 trillion since the policy was introduced, exceeding the original target of a NT$14 trillion increase over 4 years ahead of schedule. 投信投顧業 contributed the largest increase, at NT$11.42 trillion. AUM at 高雄資產管理專區 reached NT$1.1018 trillion at the end of September, while the number of clients topped 10,000 for the first time. Typhoon Champi moves away; Ho Hsin-chun and Chiang Chi-chen rush to campaign events for city council candidateshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564767https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564767Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:13:16 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAfter Typhoon Champi moved away, Democratic Progressive Party Taichung mayoral candidate Ho Hsin-chun and Kuomintang Taichung mayoral candidate Chiang Chi-chen each rushed to attend campaign headquarters opening events for fellow party city council candidates, campaigning for local races. MLB Brewers rally past Rays 5-4 to take 2-0 World Series leadhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564768https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564768Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:09:14 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe MLB 密爾瓦基釀酒人 rallied to beat 坦帕灣光芒 5-4 at home in the World Series, taking a 2-0 lead. Figure Skating Grand Prix France: Ami Nakai rallies to win gold and successfully defend titlehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564732https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564732Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:06:12 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAJapan’s 18-year-old figure skater Ami Nakai rallied to win gold in the women’s free skate at the Grand Prix in France, successfully defending her title. Cho Jung-tai inspects typhoon damage in Yilan, calls for agricultural loss subsidies to be processed generously, swiftly and flexibly, and paid within 3 dayshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564733https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564733Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:04:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA行政院長卓榮泰前往宜蘭縣視察颱風薔琵農損，要求農業部從優、從速、從寬，於收件3天內核撥補助。目前累積農損達新台幣1億4000餘萬元，政府將投入152億元預算強化抗災設施。 Hsu Hsin-ying and Wu Hsu-chih establish joint campaign headquarters in Zhubei; Cheng Li-wun campaigns for themhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564481https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564481Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:58:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAKuomintang Hsinchu County mayoral candidate Hsu Hsin-ying and Zhubei mayoral candidate Wu Hsu-chih established a joint campaign headquarters, with Kuomintang Chairwoman Cheng Li-wun attending in support and urging voters to look beyond party lines. Changhua Xiushui cemetery manager detained without visitation over suspected corruption and illegal use of personal datahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564416https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564416Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:56:05 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA manager surnamed Shih at the columbarium of Xiushui Township’s Fourth Cemetery in Changhua County allegedly used his position to fraudulently charge families for “offering meals” services and illegally transferred personal data to funeral service providers for profit. The Changhua District Prosecutors Office secured approval for his detention without visitation. 澳洲雪梨新機場正式迎客 耗資逾千億元可24小時起降https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564417https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564417Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:53:03 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAustralia’s new Sydney airport, Western Sydney International Airport, officially opened to passengers today. The project cost A$5.6 billion (about NT$128.3 billion) and will operate 24 hours a day, with capacity for more than 80 million passenger trips annually. Portugal housing crisis sparks protests; police dismantle tents and arrest several peoplehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564418https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564418Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:53:01 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPortuguese police dismantled a protest encampment at Lisbon’s Rossio Square in the early hours and arrested several people, amid a severe housing crisis and a government-proposed bill to evict tenants. Korean entertainer films herself climbing a rock face and cooking at Wuling; 太管處 fines herhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564419https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564419Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:48:59 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAKorean entertainer films herself climbing a rock face and cooking at Wuling; 太管處 imposes a fine Typhoon Champi brings rain; Shimen Reservoir adjusts releases and storage rate rebounds to 100%https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562241https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562241Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:47:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNARain brought by Typhoon Champi, along with adjusted releases and coordinated water supplies at Shimen Reservoir, brought the storage rate back to 100%, meeting the refill target. Typhoon Champi damages 137 schools, losses top NT$20 million; Yilan and Hualien hardest hithttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562238https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562238Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:25:54 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAStatistics from 教育部 showed that Typhoon Champi damaged 137 schools, with preliminary losses estimated at more than NT$24.95 million. Yilan County had the most affected schools (29), while Hualien County reported the highest losses (more than NT$7.86 million). CoEx Taiwan Cocoa Bean Competition: 5 award-winning farmers advance to world finalshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562239https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562239Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:24:52 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAResults of the 2026 CoEx Taiwan Cocoa Bean Competition were announced, with Mo Jia-wei of 老莫可可農園 winning gold. 5 award-winning farmers will represent Taiwan at the world finals. Ann Kao hits the streets at Hsinchu City’s Central Market; Xiangshan campaign support group establishedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562233https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562233Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:19:50 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAHsinchu City Mayor Ann Kao, who is seeking reelection, canvassed for votes at the Central Market before attending the founding assembly of her Xiangshan support group. She urged supporters to actively campaign for votes and highlighted city government construction projects and welfare policies. Blue-and-white campaign rally: Han Kuo-yu takes the stage, urging voters to help Lee Sichuan turn hardship into successhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562234https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562234Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:18:48 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAKMT New Taipei mayoral candidate Lee Sichuan attended a blue-and-white campaign rally, where Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu, New Taipei Mayor Hou You-yi and 民眾黨 Chair Huang Kuo-chang appeared together to show their support. Han urged voters to help Lee “turn hardship into success,” Hou said he would hand the mayoral baton to Lee to carry on construction projects, and Huang emphasized blue-and-white cooperation in advancing municipal affairs. Shen Po-yang: Currents are already part of society; they cannot be created through packaging or marketinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562235https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562235Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:17:45 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA民進黨台北市長參選人沈伯洋回應柯文哲關於「洋流」現象的評論，強調洋流本就在社會中，非包裝或行銷可做到。沈伯洋出席張銘祐競選總部成立大會，並提及市政Debug松及相關議題處理機制。 Ye Chün-chang wishes for a championship on his birthday; Chang Cheng-yu vows to work hard to make it happenhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562236https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562236Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:17:43 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中華職棒總冠軍賽因颱風順延，味全龍隊在聽牌情況下重新開打。適逢總教練葉君璋生日，球員張政禹表示要認真幫他達成奪冠願望，並透露自己留的4根辮子已自然脫落3根，認為是吉兆。 Malaysia’s Hua Zong Literary Awards ceremony held; Taiwanese writers hope to deepen literary exchanges between the two regionshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562237https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562237Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:17:41 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMalaysia’s 星洲日報 held the 18th Hua Zong Literary Awards ceremony. Taiwanese writers Huang Li-chun and Liu Tzu-chieh served as judges, praising the diverse subject matter and distinctive perspectives of Malaysian Chinese literature and expressing hope that seminars and gatherings would deepen literary exchanges between the two regions. 世華媒體集團 Chairman Chang Tsung stressed the value of “witness” in human creative works, saying AI cannot replace literature’s record of human nature and embodied experience. Pingtung police arrest 2 habitual thieves who stole streetlight cables, causing township office losses of more than NT$50,000https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562230https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562230Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:05:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPingtung police arrested two habitual thieves, surnamed Lin and Chao, on suspicion of stealing streetlight cables and equipment, causing the township office losses of more than NT$50,000. They are also suspected of being involved in 7 theft cases. As China moves to control AI exports, DeepSeek and others complete overseas export registrationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562169https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562169Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:56:37 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChina plans to place 23 AI technologies under export controls, but DeepSeek and MiniMax have completed overseas export registration and complied with procedures for open-sourcing and licensing large models. The move is seen as setting an example for the industry and helping build trust in global markets. KMT Taichung councilor’s campaign headquarters holds prize quiz; Lu Shiow-yen stops gift giveaway on the spothttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562107https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562107Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:48:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen attended the opening of the campaign headquarters of Liu Shih-chou, a KMT Taichung City Councilor. When a prize quiz offered pastry gift boxes worth more than NT$30, she stopped it on the spot and asked organizers to give away bottled water instead to comply with election laws. Campaigning for fellow party’s councilor candidates, Lai Jui-lung: We will keep working hard for Kaohsiunghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562104https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562104Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:47:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADPP Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Lai Jui-lung attended the opening events for the campaign headquarters of several fellow party councilor candidates. He emphasized cooperation between central and local governments to advance construction projects and said he would keep working hard for Kaohsiung with 34 days left until election day. More than 1,000 people remain stranded in Kinmen amid typhoon; military aircraft make 6 sorties to help transport themhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562105https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562105Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:45:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATyphoon Fengshen disrupted transportation to Kinmen, leaving more than 1,000 people stranded at the airport. To help transport them, UNI Air and 華信航空 added extra flights, while the military also deployed C-130 aircraft for 6 sorties to carry passengers back to Taiwan. Belgians take to the streets again to demand education system reforms; demonstrators clash with policehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562106https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562106Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:44:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNABelgian police used tear gas and pepper spray in the capital, Brussels, during clashes with anti-government protesters demanding improvements to the education system. Police said they had taken steps to maintain public order and briefly detained 9 people. Resident says deity predicted “Kaohsiung will have a woman mayor”; Ko Chih-en pleasantly surprised and takes it as encouragementhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562101https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562101Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:37:26 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA國民黨高雄市長參選人柯志恩表示，近日掃街時有民眾稱神明預言今年高雄將出女市長，她視為鄉親鼓勵並自嘲傳聞比政見更有印象度；同時提及藍白合議題及已故父親與高屏蕉農權益。 New “Call of Duty” game set against North Korean invasion of South Korea tops sales charts upon releasehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562102https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562102Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:37:24 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe latest installment in the popular “Call of Duty” video game series is set against a North Korean invasion of South Korea and has topped sales rankings there, prompting positive reactions from players as well as criticism over the commercialization of historical tragedy. Japan eases work restrictions for foreign dependents, opens pachinko parlors and other venueshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562100https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562100Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:34:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA日本出入國在留管理廳放寬外籍家屬打工限制，允許持有依親居留資格者於柏青哥店、麻將館等場所每週工作28小時以內，但性風俗行業仍禁止。 Penghu Southern Four Islands spatial design competition: First prize NT$100,000https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562099https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562099Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:29:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA內政部國家公園署海洋國家公園管理處 held a spatial design competition for the Penghu Southern Four Islands. Of 43 entries, 18 advanced to the final round, and the first-prize award is NT$100,000. Embiid triple-double keeps 76ers unbeaten; Heat suffer first 3-game season-opening skid since 2007https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3561958https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3561958Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:20:17 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANBA season-opening action: The 76ers beat the Bucks behind an Embiid triple-double to start the season with 3 straight wins; the Heat lost to the Hornets, suffering their first 3-game season-opening losing streak since 2007. The Spurs also beat the Mavericks for their first win, while the Rockets defeated the Hawks to improve to 3-0. Taiwan Series G5: Dragons shake up batting order, Li Zhanyi at DH; Yeh Chun-chang says it was instincthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3561955https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3561955Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:15:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中職台灣大賽第5戰味全龍隊調整打序，李展毅擔任指定打擊，總教練葉君璋表示基於直覺與肯定其努力。 Snap election gets underway in Serbia as student camp vies to end Vucic's rulehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3561956https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3561956Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:14:13 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASerbia is holding an early parliamentary election as the student camp stages mass protests calling for an end to Vucic's rule. The election was prompted by an anti-government movement following the collapse at Novi Sad railway station. Polls currently show a tight race between Vucic's Serbian Progressive Party and the student camp. Drunk driver rear-ends Kaohsiung police patrol car; no injuries, driver referred for prosecutionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3561957https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3561957Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:08:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA woman surnamed Weng, driving under the influence, rear-ended a police patrol car parked by the roadside while officers were handling an accident in Kaohsiung's Fengshan District. Her blood alcohol level exceeded the legal limit. The case was referred for investigation on suspicion of public endangerment; no one was injured. Travelers value unique experiences; ITF travel fair focuses on themed tripshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3561952https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3561952Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:07:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe ITF Taipei International Travel Fair opens on November 6 under the theme “World Travelers, Start from Taiwan,” bringing together 123 countries/cities and a total of 1,600 booths. Operators are emphasizing unique experiences and themed travel, with 東南旅遊, 雄獅旅遊, AsiaYo, 旅天下 and several hotel groups offering related trips and deals. Typhoon Champi causes over NT$150 million in agricultural losses; Yilan to offer aid for all cropshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3561953https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3561953Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:07:06 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Ministry of Agriculture said Typhoon Champi caused over NT$150 million in agricultural losses across Taiwan, with Yilan County meeting the criteria for aid covering all crops. Another 8 counties and cities proactively announced aid for 77 items, and 5 weather-parameter insurance policies met the payout criteria. Military sources: China uses Taiwan Retrocession for political ends, seeks to sow divisionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3561950https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3561950Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:03:04 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMilitary sources said the Chinese Communist Party is using “Taiwan Retrocession” for political maneuvering and cognitive warfare, seeking to erase the sovereignty of the Republic of China and sow division. The 國防部 has used media including 青年日報 to stress that Taiwan's retrocession in 1945 had nothing to do with the People's Republic of China, and called for the historical truth to be restored. Taiwan Series delayed 2 days; Brothers' pitching change expected, says Dragons are in a better positionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3561951https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3561951Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:01:02 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中職台灣大賽第5戰因颱風延賽，中信兄弟兩度更換先發投手，味全龍總教練葉君璋表示預期中，並認為龍隊3勝1敗的聽牌優勢位置更有利。 セキュリティは国家資格者が監修。制作費0円・月額7,980円（税別）からのホームページ制作サービス「WEB制作ナビ」提供開始！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565332https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565332Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Mirai Naviは、月額制のホームページ制作・運用サービス「WEB制作ナビ」を2026年10月23日に開始した。制作費0円、初期費用5,000円、月額7,980円（税別）から利用可能で、セキュリティ監修や中小企業診断士によるサポートが特徴。 Winners announced for the 21st Sapporo International Short Film Festival! Grand Prix goes to “Tutti”; Best Japanese Film to “エリ” (director: 矢野ほなみ); Japan Premiere Award to “BAD NEGOTIATION” (director: 田中未来).https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565331https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565331Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe awards ceremony for the 21st Sapporo International Short Film Festival was held. “Tutti” won the Grand Prix, “エリ” won Best Japanese Film, and “BAD NEGOTIATION” won the Japan Premiere Award. [Okayama University] J Hall Rainbow Concert J Premium: “堀米ゆず子＆パヴェル・ゴムツィアコフ デュオリサイタル” [Nov. 6, Friday, Okayama University Shikata Campus]https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565227https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565227Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:25:42 +0900JapanPR TIMES国立大学法人岡山大学は、2026年11月6日に鹿田キャンパスのJホールで「堀米ゆず子＆パヴェル・ゴムツィアコフ デュオリサイタル」を開催する。入場料は2,500円。 [Event Report] Kabuki meets wellness. 二 days of experiencing the appeal of Japanese culture with all five senses in a new kind of retreat.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565228https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565228Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:25:36 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe wellness brand HIMARI held a retreat combining traditional performing arts and yoga on September 14 and 15, 2026, at “禅の湯” in Kawazu, Shizuoka Prefecture, with kabuki actor 市川九團次 and others. [Ehime, Matsuyama] P・SPO湯渡2号店 opens October 19, featuring 20 seats in a 24-hour study roomhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565229https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3565229Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:16:31 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe fitness brand “P・SPO,” operated by 株式会社三福ホールディングス, opened “P・SPO湯渡2号店” in Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture, on October 19, 2026. The location is available for ¥4,980 per month and has 20 seats in a 24-hour study room and private booths for web conferences. A 3-step “posture reset” you can do while seated in 1 minute: Niigata Station South Exit chiropractic clinic shares tips for stiff shoulders and neck from desk work [NAORU整体 新潟院]https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564766https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564766Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESビューイング株式会社 shares a 3-step “posture reset” that can be done while seated in 1 minute to help ease shoulder and neck stiffness caused by desk work. In November 2026, its Niigata clinic will hold a free AI posture-check day. Notice: Answer key for the Reiwa 8 fiscal year Small and Medium Enterprise Management Consultant Second-Stage Examination [scheduled for release in late October to early November]https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564765https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564765Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社クレアールは、令和8年度中小企業診断士第2次試験の解答速報（10月下旬～11月初旬公開予定）、本試験分析会動画（11月初旬～11月中旬公開予定）、および模範解答冊子（12月中旬発送予定）を公式HPで提供すると発表した。 キングスU15 wins 7th consecutive title! Report on winning the U15 boys’ division at the 5th Okinawa Arena Cup and securing a berth in the Jr. Winter Cuphttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564764https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564764Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESキングスU15 defeated 佐敷中学校 92-41 in the final of the 2026 7th Okinawa Prefecture U15 Basketball Championship, held at Okinawa Suntory Arena, to claim its 7th consecutive title. The team thereby secured a place in the national tournament of the “Jr. Winter Cup 2026-27,” to be held in January 2027. [岡山大学] Okayama University Workshop on Collaborative Use of Synchrotron Radiation: Research Possibilities “Visible” with Synchrotron Radiation [Nov. 2, Monday, Okayama University Shikata Campus]https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564480https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564480Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:54:51 +0900JapanPR TIMES国立大学法人岡山大学 will hold a workshop on collaborative use of synchrotron radiation at its Shikata Campus on November 2, 2026. The event will feature case studies from SPring-8, NanoTerasu, SAGA-LS and others, as well as information on analytical support services. Free registration is open, with capacity for 40 in person and 70 online. A feast of Iki beef steamed in a sushi tavern. “Two-tiered steamer” with colorful vegetables available for November onlyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562240https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562240Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“すし酒場にほんいち” in Osaka, operated by 株式会社N・I, will serve “二段せいろ蒸し,” featuring steamed Iki beef and vegetables, for November 2026 only. It will also recommend “横山五十,” a sake from Iki, Nagasaki Prefecture. [Halloween limited edition] Large party pack of rich matcha madeleines to turn your party green, available at a special price for 4 days onlyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562231https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562231Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:00:40 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe online matcha sweets brand “MAMIDORI” has begun selling a set of 3 boxes of rich matcha madeleines, with 6 in each box, at a special price for 4 days only for Halloween. Bringing back a place to buy new books in central Hiroshima. アカデミイ書店, a used bookstore founded shortly after the war, begins carrying new books on an ongoing basishttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562232https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562232Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:00:06 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe used bookstore アカデミイ書店 in central Hiroshima has begun carrying new books on an ongoing basis. According to materials from 経済産業省, the number of bookstores nationwide has nearly halved in 20 years. In response to the decline of bookstores in city centers, the “Relight ‘本’通り” project aims to revive print culture by selling new and used books side by side. ノジマＴリーグ 2026-2027 Official Match, held October 25: 岡山リベッツ vs. 金沢ポート — Match Resultshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562168https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562168Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:57:58 +0900JapanPR TIMESIn a ノジマＴリーグ 2026-2027 official match held on October 25, 岡山リベッツ defeated 金沢ポート 3-1. Follow the lights and explore Miyajima on an autumn night. One-night-only special event “Miyajima Night Market” on November 21 (Friday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562103https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562103Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:44:49 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人宮島観光協会 will hold a special event, “Miyajima Night Market,” on Miyajima in autumn on November 21, 2026. Aiming to ease daytime congestion and promote longer-stay tourism, the event will include special nighttime visits to 嚴島神社 and illuminations at Momijidani Park. Yuzu’s 30th anniversary launch concert to air and stream on WOWOW in January 2027!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3561954https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3561954Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe 30th anniversary launch concert “心をとめないで” by beloved national artists Yuzu will air and stream on WOWOW and Lemino in January 2027. Mellow and ALLES to premiere their collaborative track “口だけ / All Talk” on YouTube on Sunday, October 25, at 18:00https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3561949https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3561949Sun, 25 Oct 2026 14:52:57 +0900JapanPR TIMESLoFi Vocal Artist “Mellow” (operated by 株式会社プエンテ) will premiere its collaborative track “口だけ / All Talk” with ALLES on YouTube at 18:00 on October 25, 2026. Did your name make the list? 2026's top 10 most common men's and women's names revealed: The top name has led for 16 years, with Jiahao and Shufen both on the listhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564482https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564482Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:57:36 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Ministry of the Interior released the latest name statistics, identifying Jiahao and Shufen as the most common names for men and women in Taiwan, respectively. It also noted changing naming trends across generations and a rising share of children taking their mother's surname. California mansion becomes a “house of horrors”: Former Xinjiang NPC delegate accused of child abuse, multiple surrogate-born children beaten dailyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564483https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564483Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:55:32 +0900Taiwan風傳媒A couple in Arcadia, California, Xuan Guojun and Zhang Siwei, were arrested on suspicion of abusing multiple children born through surrogacy. Prosecutors called their mansion a “house of horrors.” The case involves 14 children and their own surrogacy agency, “馬克代孕.” Both deny the charges and face severe penalties. Bilibili hot topic》Japanese drama VIVANT Season 2 angers China! CCTV calls it “cognitive poisoning”; did Takaichi single it out to watch? Chinese internet users clashhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564484https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564484Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:42:19 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The second season of the TBS drama VIVANT, which depicts a Chinese intelligence organization torturing Japanese agents, was criticized by China's CCTV as “cognitive poisoning” and sparked heated discussion on Bilibili. Reports that Sanae Takaichi specifically recommended it were found to stem from a misunderstanding, while opinion in Japan is also sharply divided between supporters and opponents. “1 tourist hotspot has Taiwanese visitors scared off!” What began as a happy vacation left visitors saying: “I don’t want to go back within 10 years.”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564485https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564485Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:38:01 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Typhoon Champi severely disrupted transportation between Taiwan and Japan, leaving large numbers of Taiwanese travelers stranded in Okinawa, Busan and Taiwan’s outlying islands and forcing them to extend their trips considerably. Travelers voiced strong dissatisfaction on social media and urged others to avoid visiting the area at this time of year. “Election countdown: ‘How can Chiang Wan-an break through the current?’” Shen Fu-hsiung makes a move: These 2 weeks are key.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564486https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564486Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:31:12 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The 2026 Taipei mayoral race is heating up. Former legislator Shen Fu-hsiung advised Chiang Wan-an’s team to make Shen Po-yang seem less likable in the 2 weeks before the vote to turn the race around. Media figures and party spokespeople also offered differing views on the candidates’ performances and the polling gap. Taiwan's AI boom is raking in money, but it is all overseas and cannot come back! Hsieh Chin-ho reveals that this issue “was already there 42 years ago”: where the money is flowing nowhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564487https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564487Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:17:30 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Hsieh Chin-ho, chairman of 財信傳媒, analyzed that the AI wave has driven an expansion in Taiwan's current account surplus, but net financial-account outflows have also risen in tandem, weakening the New Taiwan dollar. This stems from wealthy individuals keeping their funds overseas and companies investing abroad, making it difficult for the money to return. Is a 好市多 Black Diamond membership worth it? Many members don't know about these “6 major hidden benefits”! Easily earn back the annual feehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562170https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562170Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒好市多 is about to hold a Black Friday shopping event extended to 14 days, with early entry for Black Diamond members. This article details 6 hidden benefits of the Black Diamond card's NT$3,000 annual fee, including 2% cash back, a birthday discount coupon and an exclusive insurance plan from 國泰產險. It also calculates that annual spending of about NT$78,750 including tax is needed to break even. Drivers and motorcyclists, take note! New traffic rules are taking effect. Forget to do 1 thing by 10/31 and face a hefty 3,000-yuan fine for a violation, plus compulsory enforcement.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562171https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562171Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:37:19 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Highway Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications reminds motorists that the deadline to pay overdue 2026 highway maintenance fees is October 31, and fees remain unpaid for 1.16 million vehicles. Late payments carry a fine of up to 3,000 yuan and the risk of compulsory enforcement. 81 years since Taiwan's retrocession! Weng Hsiao-ling says, "That year, we returned to the motherland's embrace": "We were no longer second-class people"https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562172https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562172Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:33:05 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Kuomintang Chair Cheng Li-wun and legislator Weng Hsiao-ling posted tributes on the 81st anniversary of Taiwan Retrocession Day. Cheng recalled her family's wartime memories and stressed the importance of safeguarding the Republic of China; Weng reiterated the historical significance of Taiwan's retrocession in ending colonial rule and reminded the public that the day has been reinstated as a national holiday. Next week's events》Traveling to Japan? Note that its new tax refund system takes effect 11/1／Final round of Good City Vouchers on 10/31: "Trade 100 yuan for 200 yuan"／Taipei mayoral debate begins at noon on 10/31https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562173https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562173Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:28:29 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This article reports on major events from October 26 to November 1, including the launch of Japan's new tax refund system, the distribution of Taiwan's Good City Vouchers and price adjustment vouchers, the Taipei mayoral debate, and weather and financial developments. Should a broken umbrella go in the regular trash or recycling? Environmental protection bureaus give the correct answer! Avoid a fine of up to 6,000 yuan for improper disposal; see the rules for each city and county in Taipei, New Taipei, Keelung and Taoyuan.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562174https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562174Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:12:29 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This article explains how to sort and dispose of umbrellas damaged after a typhoon, noting that rules vary by city and county. Taipei accepts whole umbrellas for recycling, while most other jurisdictions require separating the metal and nonmetal parts. Improper disposal can result in a fine of up to 6,000 yuan, and Hsinchu City is holding a recycling-for-gifts event in October. Chiang Wan-an’s team asked Chen Po-wei to withdraw from the Face to Face show？Chen rushes to clarify, drawing a 5-character golden quote from Chen Shui-bianhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3561889https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3561889Sun, 25 Oct 2026 14:56:12 +0900Taiwan風傳媒In response to former legislator Chen Po-wei being asked to withdraw from a show after Chiang Wan-an’s team allegedly made the request, as claimed by Chiu Wei-chieh, Chen posted a clarification saying no such thing happened and praised Chiang’s performance on the program。The move also prompted former President Chen Shui-bian to comment that he hoped the two would appear together and talk in the future。 Death rumors had barely died down when Kim Jong Un made his 6th visit to China！On the eve of the Korean War memorial day, Wang Huning accompanies the North Korean leader on a day trip to Dandonghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3561890https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3561890Sun, 25 Oct 2026 14:53:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visited Dandong, China, on October 24, 2026, accompanied by Wang Huning on tours of factories and a memorial hall。He stressed strengthening China-North Korea ties and practical cooperation。The visit comes on the eve of the opening of the new Yalu River Bridge and the Korean War memorial day。 Could Taiwan stocks fall 1,000 points to catch up when trading opens next Tuesday？U.S. tech stocks are plunging；experts name 4 safe-haven stocks and say when to buy back inhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3561891https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3561891Sun, 25 Oct 2026 14:14:54 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan stocks could fall to catch up when trading opens next Tuesday, amid heavy foreign selling and turmoil in international markets。Analyst Chiu Chien-hao recommends watching AI graphics-card leaders 華碩、微星、技嘉 and 麗臺, and stresses keeping cash on hand until there are signs the market has bottomed。 Disaster-related power outage（New Taipei City）https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564567https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564567Sun, 25 Oct 2026 17:10:35 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心台灣電力公司 issued a disaster-related power outage alert at 16:10 on October 25, 2026, for areas including Pingxi and Gongliao districts in New Taipei City, affecting 136 households。 Disaster-related power outage（Yilan County, Miaoli County, New Taipei City）https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564568https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564568Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:10:35 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心 Water outage (Taitung County)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564569https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564569Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:00:01 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心台灣自來水公司 issued a water outage alert for some neighborhoods in Taitung City, Taitung County, after a leak in the road in front of No. 17 Renwu Street required emergency repairs。Affected areas include Renhe, Nanrong, Xinsheng and Baosang neighborhoods。The outage is scheduled from 14:53 to 18:00 on October 25, 2026。 Water Outage (Miaoli County)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564570https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564570Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:50:01 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心台灣自來水公司 issued a water outage alert for parts of Zhunan Township and Toufen City in Miaoli County as repairs were carried out after a wastewater department damaged a pipeline during excavation。 Water Outage (Taoyuan City)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564571https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564571Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:20:02 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心台灣自來水公司 will shut off water in Dahai and Puxin neighborhoods in Dayuan District, Taoyuan City, from October 25 to 26, 2026, to repair a pipeline leak in the D1 contract section of the Aerotropolis project。 Disaster-related power outage（Yilan County, Miaoli County, New Taipei City）https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564572https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564572Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:10:35 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心台灣電力公司 issued disaster-related power outage alerts for Yilan County, Miaoli County and New Taipei City on October 25, 2026, affecting 30, 11 and 2604 households, respectively。 Water Outage (Pingtung County)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564574https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564574Sun, 25 Oct 2026 14:40:01 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心台灣自來水公司 is carrying out emergency repairs on a 200mm burst pipe in Gonghe Neighborhood, causing a water outage in Gonghe and Donglong neighborhoods in Donggang Township, Pingtung County。 Water outage (Kaohsiung City)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564573https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564573Sun, 25 Oct 2026 14:40:01 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心To accommodate the city Water Resources Bureau’s relocation of pipelines inside a box culvert, 台灣自來水公司 will carry out water outage work in some neighborhoods of Mituo District, Kaohsiung City。 Water Outage (New Taipei City)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564575https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564575Sun, 25 Oct 2026 14:30:01 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心台灣自來水公司 issued a water outage alert for several neighborhoods in Ruifang District, New Taipei City, due to an abnormal power supply from Taiwan Power Company at a booster station。The outage runs from 13:28 to 20:30 on October 25, 2026。 Disaster-related power outages (Yilan County, Miaoli County, Keelung City, New Taipei City)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564576https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564576Sun, 25 Oct 2026 14:10:34 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心台灣電力公司 issued a disaster-related power outage alert on October 25, 2026, affecting areas including Yilan County, Miaoli County, Keelung City and New Taipei City。 Japanese tourist develops fever, seeks care after arrival and tests positive for dengue；Kaohsiung health bureau disinfects area around hotelhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564548https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564548Sun, 25 Oct 2026 14:59:21 +0900Taiwan公視新聞A Japanese tourist tested positive for dengue after arriving in Taiwan, prompting the Kaohsiung City Health Bureau to disinfect the area around the youth hostel where the tourist had stayed。The other 2 local cases involved a woman returning from Vietnam and a man who had traveled to the Philippines。The bureau has launched emergency prevention measures to contain the spread。 屏東員警休假酒駕自摔 依法懲處最重記2大過免職https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564546https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564546Sun, 25 Oct 2026 14:53:35 +0900Taiwan公視新聞A Chang-surnamed sergeant from 枋寮派出所 crashed while driving drunk on his day off in Pingtung’s Fangliao Township。His blood alcohol level was 0.58。Police will punish him in accordance with the law and refer the case to the personnel evaluation committee；the maximum penalty is dismissal after 2 major demerits。 Rockslide blocks access road to 杉林溪, disrupting traffic；road reopens around noonhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564547https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564547Sun, 25 Oct 2026 14:26:24 +0900Taiwan公視新聞Typhoon 薔琵 triggered a landslide and rockfall at the entrance to the Anding Tunnel on County Route 51 in Nantou, which leads to 杉林溪, temporarily blocking traffic in both directions。Employees of 杉林溪園區 worked together to move the boulders by hand and notify public works colleagues。The road reopened around noon after repairs with heavy machinery, and no one was injured。 Strong winds from Typhoon 薔琵 batter Taitung；navel oranges and big-eye custard apples suffer severe damagehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564542https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564542Sun, 25 Oct 2026 14:24:09 +0900Taiwan公視新聞Typhoon 薔琵 struck Taitung, sending a crane truck into the sea at Fugang Fishing Harbor and blocking the shipping channel。Ferries were diverted to Chenggong Fishing Harbor, with free shuttle service provided。In agriculture, navel oranges and big-eye custard apples suffered severe damage from strong winds and foehn winds, and 縣府 has begun assessing losses。 Accused of using public funds for a farewell party and birthday celebration for Hsu Chia-ching; OCAC says no additional public budget was spent.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564545https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564545Sun, 25 Oct 2026 13:09:45 +0900Taiwan公視新聞Former Overseas Community Affairs Council (OCAC) chair Hsu Chia-ching was accused of misusing public funds to hold a farewell party that doubled as a birthday celebration. Legislators Chen Chih-han of 民眾黨 and Hsu Chiao-hsin of 國民黨 criticized the event; DPP legislator Wang Ting-yu and the OCAC countered that no additional public budget was spent, the birthday celebration was organized by committee members on their own initiative, and the flowers were purchased with their own money. Typhoon causes 2,680 incidents in Taipei, mostly fallen trees; Chiang Wan-an orders restoration work completed today.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564544https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564544Sun, 25 Oct 2026 13:09:45 +0900Taiwan公視新聞Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an inspected storm damage and ordered restoration work at neighborhood parks and alleys less than 8 meters wide to be completed today. Taipei recorded 2,680 typhoon-related incidents, mostly fallen trees. DPP Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Po-yang stressed that disaster relief should not be divided along political lines and canvassed by car with Chuang Ching-cheng in Hsinchu. Champi moves farther away; 2 waves of northeasterly monsoon winds expected next week, while Typhoon In-fa is unlikely to have much impact on Taiwan.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564543https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564543Sun, 25 Oct 2026 13:09:45 +0900Taiwan公視新聞薔琵颱風漸遠，下週將迎兩波東北季風影響；輕颱煙花距離台灣遙遠，對台影響不大。高公局預估光復節連假國道交通量達106百萬車公里，並建議用路人錯峰出發以避開壅塞。 41萬 people take to the streets in new wave of protests in France; more than a thousand arrested after clashes between police and protesters at night.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564550https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564550Sun, 25 Oct 2026 13:09:44 +0900Taiwan公視新聞Between 410,000 and 800,000 people took to the streets in a new wave of protests in France. Clashes between police and protesters broke out in Paris, Lyon and other places after nightfall. Police deployed 70,000 officers and arrested more than a thousand people. Belgium, Italy, Albania and Spain also saw large-scale anti-government demonstrations that day. 長榮航空地勤促開放運動鞋 穿皮鞋跑馬拉松凸顯制度不合理https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564549https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564549Sun, 25 Oct 2026 13:09:44 +0900Taiwan公視新聞長榮航空地勤人員穿著制服與皮鞋參加馬拉松，並舉布條抗議公司未開放運動鞋，凸顯勞動條件不合理；長榮航空回應將綜合評估安全性與勤務需求後持續溝通。 Musk takes another shot at Ukraine! Says Ukrainian forces violated rules by using Starlink for attack drones; “loophole” has been closed.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564420https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3564420Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:10:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網SpaceX CEO Elon Musk said Sunday that Ukrainian forces had violated the terms of service by using the civilian Starlink service for attack drones, and that the loophole had been closed. Musk stressed that Starlink was crucial to Ukraine’s defense, warned that suspending service would cause the front lines to collapse, and sharply criticized those who continue to support the war. Has Zelensky changed his tune? Willing to freeze the Russia-Ukraine front line but rejects ceding land as U.S. presses for peace talks.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562108https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3562108Sun, 25 Oct 2026 15:10:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Zelensky shifted his position on territorial concessions, first saying he was willing to freeze the status quo and then rejecting the cession of 25% of the territory, while criticizing insufficient U.S. aid. Russia and Ukraine agreed to a limited ceasefire starting on the 27th, and preparations for trilateral talks are underway amid pressure from the U.S. and Russia. Obama takes aim at Trump and boosts Democrats ahead of midterms! Slams corruption, flawed Iran strategy and White House renovations.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3561829https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261025-15/index-en.html#n3561829Sun, 25 Oct 2026 14:30:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Former U.S. President Barack Obama campaigned for Democratic candidates on the eve of the midterm elections, strongly criticizing the Trump administration over corruption allegations, its flawed Iran strategy and lavish White House renovations. He urged voters to exercise their right to vote and hold the current administration in check.