AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-27 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 8 of 8https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 540 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 237 items from 6 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en Market talk》U.S. tech stocks keep sliding，so why does this managing director say：The money is still there……and that may not be a bad thing！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597297https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597297Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒阿扎姆，managing director at 瑞穗美洲，said that although the decline in U.S. tech stocks had triggered panic，capital was still rotating and being reallocated within the market，which may not be a bad thing. Interview／Readers afraid to pay online fly to Taiwan to deliver cash！《追光者》 founder 梁嘉麗：I’ve never seen fear this intense in all my years as a journalisthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597296https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597296Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒A report by the Hong Kong Overseas Media Association found that independent outlets such as 《追光者》 are a major source of information for Hong Kongers overseas and enjoy high credibility ratings. Founder 梁嘉麗 said readers are so afraid they will not pay online and even fly to Taiwan to deliver cash，reflecting a dire environment for freedom of expression. Interview／Hong Kong prison officials rehearsed an SOP for「Jimmy Lai dying in prison」！《黎智英傳》 author 祁福德：If he dies in prison，China’s image will be very poorhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597295https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597295Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒In an interview，《黎智英傳》 author 祁福德 said Hong Kong prison officials had rehearsed an SOP for Jimmy Lai’s death in custody and closely monitored footage of his time outside his cell. He said Lai’s death in prison would damage China’s image，citing U.S. President Trump’s repeated negotiations and the case of pastor Jin Mingri’s release，and argued that high-level talks could secure Lai’s release. Taiwan’s cable TV industry was once an underground business！The government’s cable-cutting crackdown could not stop it，and many people don’t know its historyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597298https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597298Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:59:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This article explores how Taiwan’s cable TV industry went from illegal underground operations to legalization in 1993，covering the era of the three terrestrial TV stations，the development of community antenna systems and underground cable TV，and the key turning points of government cable-cutting crackdowns and eventual legislation. Shen Po-yang claims his 78-year-old grandfather fought at Guningtou？Online users mock him for「going to war at 1」 Fact-check reveals the truth：The original poster was himhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597299https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597299Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:58:39 +0900Taiwan風傳媒MyGoPen查核網傳台北市長參選人沈伯洋自稱爺爺打過古寧頭與八二三砲戰之訊息，證實該敘事實為Threads用戶「rogor95279527」於2026年10月18日發布的個人貼文。流傳版本錯誤將此歸屬於沈伯洋並指控造假，屬混淆發言者的誤導資訊。 What is the rush for prosecutors？ Wu Chun-li taken away despite hospitalization for myocarditis and awaiting surgery；judicial credibility faces renewed scrutiny at a sensitive pre-election momenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597300https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597300Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:55:06 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Former Taitung County Magistrate Wu Chun-li was hospitalized with myocarditis. After prosecutors succeeded in an appeal seeking a new detention hearing，they forcibly took him from 高雄榮民總醫院 back to Taitung. The move sparked debate over judicial proportionality and medical safety，with critics questioning why prosecutors imposed a coercive measure without considering the risk to the patient’s life. Tsai Kang-yung's appearance at Shen Po-yang's campaign rally sparks controversy! His Weibo account with 36 million followers is wiped; the Mainland Affairs Council respondshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597961https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597961Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:54:48 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Host Tsai Kang-yung sparked controversy by attending the opening of Shen Po-yang's campaign headquarters. His Weibo account was wiped, and the Mainland Affairs Council urged the Chinese Communist Party to stop cross-border coercion. Chinese actor Zhang Linghe's application to hold a fan meeting in Taiwan was rejected over political considerations. U.S.-Israeli forces have completed preparations for another round of bombing; these three countries rush to Tehran to urge Iran's authorities to make concessionshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597301https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597301Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:52:32 +0900Taiwan風傳媒On Oct. 26, delegations from Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan rushed to Tehran to meet senior Iranian officials, seeking to prevent U.S.-Israeli military strikes and ease regional tensions. Although all sides agreed to continue dialogue, Iran refused to make concessions on the nuclear issue. With the U.S. military on high alert, the risk of a major war in the Middle East remains extremely high. Beppu and Hakone lose out! Japan's top ten hot springs for 2026: the number-one pick boasts romantic wooden streets and snow-filled nights straight out of a fairy talehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597302https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597302Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:51:12 +0900Taiwan風傳媒網路溫度計DailyView released its 2026 ranking of Japan's top ten popular hot springs. Ginzan Onsen, which took the top spot last year, has drawn attention as rankings shift this year. The list includes well-known hot spring destinations such as Kusatsu, Kurokawa and Noboribetsu, and offers visitors ideas for an autumn or winter getaway. Today's top stories (10/27)! 10 hidden benefits for high-speed rail passengers aged 65／Nine-in-one election ballot numbers announced: what numbers did Chiang Wan-an, Shen Po-yang and Su Chiao-hui draw?／Latest in the Lake Kawaguchi murder case: husband suspected of insurance fraud detainedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597303https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597303Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:50:19 +0900Taiwan風傳媒本文報導今日多項重點新聞，包含高鐵65歲長輩10大優惠福利、2026九合一選舉候選人號次抽出結果、河口湖台女命案嫌疑人遭羈押、新光三越台南店熄燈及台股ETF與緯穎股價表現等財經資訊。 Registration for the 116 GSAT begins today! Only 1 subject is considered by 207 programs for application admission; a look at Math A and Math B requirements and key dateshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597304https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597304Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:45:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒大學甄選入學委員會公告116學年度繁星推薦及申請入學參採學測科目情形。申請入學2240校系以參採3科為主，繁星推薦1660校系亦同。學測報名已啟動，簡章將於11月3日發布。 Ballot numbers announced for New Taipei mayoral election! Su Chiao-hui draws No. 1; Lai Ching-te says she will lead from the front and win by a landslidehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597305https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597305Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:31:52 +0900Taiwan風傳媒DPP New Taipei mayoral candidate Su Chiao-hui attended the Taishan Grand Worship ceremony with President Lai Ching-te on Nov. 27. Her campaign spokesperson Ma Hengheng Yijiang drew ballot No. 1 on her behalf. Lai shouted, Lead from the front, while Su said she would give her all in the remaining 32 days and presented policy proposals including light rail construction and a cultural corridor. Why do Taiwanese product barcodes all start with 471? Thinking that means they were made in Taiwan is wrong! Many people don't know what it really meanshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597308https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597308Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This article clarifies that the 471 prefix on Taiwanese product barcodes is not a country-of-origin code, but a numbering range assigned to GS1 Taiwan. The Food and Drug Administration says barcodes are not necessarily linked to a product's origin, and consumers should rely on the country-of-origin label on the packaging. Global debate》Iran has no oil left to sell! Its offshore stocks are depleted; analysts say U.S. maximum pressure is really working!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597307https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597307Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Research firm Kpler said Iran's offshore oil reserves were depleted in mid-October. U.S. officials and analysts confirmed that sanctions are working, leaving Iran's economy facing inflation and shortages as oil revenue falls. KMT or DPP? Which party will win more than half of the counties and cities in the 2026 local elections? Latest poll reveals a surprising resulthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597306https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597306Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Taiwan People's Mind Survey, designed by Dai Li-an, reveals public sentiment ahead of the 2026 county and city mayoral elections: 38.1% expect the DPP to win more than half, while 43.4% favor DPP rule, reflecting the overall strength of the two major parties and public expectations. 微軟’s massive layoffs to fund power-hungry AI send shares higher; 60,000 employees affected, with Xbox hit hardesthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597309https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597309Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:29:35 +0900Taiwan風傳媒微軟 announced a voluntary departure program for about 60,000 employees worldwide, aiming to restructure its workforce in response to mounting cost pressures from a surge in AI infrastructure spending. Although departments including Xbox were hit hard, the move received a positive response from the market, and the stock hit a record high. 南亞科 shares surge more than 8%! Local institutional investors raise their target price again, see next year’s EPS reaching NT$128; can the memory rally continue?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597310https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597310Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:24:07 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Driven by a surge in shares of South Korean semiconductor giant SK海力士 and reports of a large-scale shareholder returns plan, Taiwan-listed memory stocks rallied across the board, with 南亞科 shares jumping more than 8% at one point. Local institutional investors are bullish on tight DRAM supply and demand, forecasting 南亞科’s 2027 EPS at up to NT$128 and assigning it a Buy rating and a NT$570 target price. 台股今年還有機會攻上5萬點？童子賢提2關鍵：台積電目標價喊到3000多元https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597311https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597311Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:21:55 +0900Taiwan風傳媒和碩董事長童子賢於東擎科技上市典禮指出，台股應回歸企業獲利與經濟成長基本面。他預估台積電今年EPS超100元，本益比約20倍，並提及美商分析師給出3000多元目標價，對台股後市抱持正面看法。 Is the “ocean current” like a volunteer army of Ko fans? Ko Wen-je comments on Shen Po-yang’s poll numbers; Tsai Pi-ju compares it with the 2014 Taipei race: There is indeed a spillover effecthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597312https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597312Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:20:07 +0900Taiwan風傳媒With Shen Po-yang leading in polls for the 2026 Taipei mayoral race, Ko Wen-je criticized the election for being overly packaged. Former legislator Tsai Pi-ju, an adviser to Chiang Chi-chen, said the “ocean current effect” could spill over, but differed from the Ko fan phenomenon in 2014. She stressed that buzz does not equal votes, and that the outcome depends on voters’ choices and the Democratic Progressive Party’s resources. What is the rush in the investigation? Wu Chun-li taken away despite hospitalization for myocarditis and awaiting surgery; judicial credibility faces renewed scrutiny at a sensitive moment before the electionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597313https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597313Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:18:12 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taitung investigators are probing an alleged illegal benefit case involving an access farm road to 東映渡假村. Former Taitung County Magistrate Wu Chun-li was hospitalized with myocarditis but was forcibly taken back to Taitung for a detention hearing. The prosecution’s successful appeal against his release on bail has triggered procedural controversy. His legal team questioned the disregard for medical risks and the principle of proportionality, as public attention focuses on balancing judicial credibility and human rights protections. 又有毒蔬菜！台灣人愛吃1青菜農藥超標、2457公斤全銷毀，2水果也中標，不合格名單曝https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597314https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597314Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:00:09 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan’s Food and Drug Administration under the Ministry of Health and Welfare announced on Oct. 27, 2026, that 6 batches of imported food had failed inspection, including strawberries from Japan, mangoes from Thailand and lettuce from Vietnam. They were intercepted and destroyed because of excessive pesticide residues or heavy metals. Car towed away, yet owner receives a speeding ticket! Police rush to cancel ticket; key reason revealedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596982https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596982Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒A manual review error by the Miaoli County Police Bureau led to a speeding ticket issued when a broken-down vehicle was being towed being mistakenly sent to its owner. Police admitted the error and canceled the ticket, then issued one to the tow truck that actually committed the violation. The officers involved also face administrative discipline. International focus》How did a student protest turn into a nationwide riot? 8 charts reveal France’s dire fiscal predicamenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596981https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596981Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒France has been hit by severe unrest, with hundreds of thousands protesting rising prices. Years of government subsidies have led to a fiscal crisis, pension spending accounts for more than 11% of the budget, and debt is high. HSR 1 free service is going away！E.SUN、Taishin and 7 other banks pull the plug，with service ending at year-end and no longer available from 2027https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596980https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596980Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒E.SUN、Taishin and 7 other banks announced that their HSR business-class upgrade offers will end at the end of 2026，citing 台灣高鐵’s changes to its partnership policies。 CoWoS傳漲價兩成！台積電股價能站穩季線？費半飆2.8%助攻，還有「這個大利多」https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596983https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596983Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:50:53 +0900Taiwan風傳媒台股受美股費半大涨带动开高走高，台积电收复季线。供应链传出台积电CoWoS先进封装涨价两成，设备交期拉长至8个月，市场关注外资动向及大盘支撑。 It’s not Cathay Life or 新光人壽！Taiwan’s most profitable life insurer “made 2.6 billion yuan in a single month，” while profits at 6 major life insurers plunged 77%—here’s whyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596984https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596984Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:49:17 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Monthly profits at Taiwan’s 6 major life insurers fell seven-tenths to 9.071 billion yuan in September 2026，hit by U.S. Treasury yields。However，combined profits for the first 9 months reached 229.801 billion yuan，with 富邦人壽 ranking first。 Could China’s “involution” crisis drag down the world？謝金河 names 3 industries at risk：this country will be the biggest victimhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596985https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596985Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:46:48 +0900Taiwan風傳媒財訊傳媒 Chairman 謝金河 analyzed the problem of industrial involution in China，saying that a real estate collapse and weak domestic demand are forcing companies to ramp up exports，hitting markets in Europe and the U.S.。Meanwhile，subsidies are shifting to AI，sending electric vehicle stocks tumbling，while comments on technology have sparked panic in the memory chip industry。The world faces the risk of deflation。 A celebration for 徐佳青’s birthday at an O.C.A.C. dinner sparks controversy！卓榮泰 says “public funds weren’t spent on individuals”：government actions should avoid misunderstandingshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596986https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596986Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:45:13 +0900Taiwan風傳媒After former O.C.A.C. Minister 徐佳青 resigned，a farewell dinner she attended drew controversy over a birthday celebration。Premier 卓榮泰 said public funds had not been spent on an individual，but called for government actions to be clearer to avoid misunderstandings。 Taiwan stocks turn lower，but 緯穎 is still up 5%！U.S. investment bank’s price target revealed as it sees 4 growth drivers for AI servershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596987https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596987Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:44:08 +0900Taiwan風傳媒緯穎 shares rose against the market after a U.S. investment bank raised its price target，and the company posted record September revenue。The bank sees future growth driven by AI server demand and capital spending by cloud providers。 Older adults，don’t forget to claim your money！The Ministry of Labor sends 8,000 yuan directly to your account each month for life if you qualify；here’s how to applyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596988https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596988Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:41:41 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Executive Yuan plans to raise the farmers’ pension to 10,000 yuan，but amendments are behind schedule and its budget allocation has drawn questions。The current amount remains 8,110 yuan。 The Wall Street Journal: Early signs that your adult children are beginning to distance themselves from youhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596989https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596989Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:41:29 +0900Taiwan風傳媒《華爾街日報》探討成年子女與父母疏遠的現象，引用羅格斯大學教授克里斯蒂娜・沙普的研究，指出疏遠是漸進過程並列出八個跡象。文章同時提供心理專家建議，說明父母如何透過傾聽與改變行為來嘗試修復關係，並提及個案經驗。 Latest on Taiwanese woman’s killing near Lake Kawaguchi！Newlywed husband suspected of insurance fraud and murder conspiracy detained；she once said she “wouldn’t live to the end of the year”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596990https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596990Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:37:09 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Tainan District Prosecutors Office is investigating the killing of Jing Yunrong in Japan and confirmed that her newlywed husband，identified by his surname Li，is suspected of a sham marriage and taking out a high-value insurance policy before encouraging her to travel alone。He has been detained on suspicion of joint murder and fraud。A woman traveling with her，Yang Minhan，was arrested with a knife，and the case points to murder for insurance money。 戴立安民調》蔣萬安、沈伯洋驚人差距曝光！政治人物好感度，她破6成居冠https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596991https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596991Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:34:42 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Dai Lian’s latest Taiwan public opinion survey, released in October 2026, showed President Lai Ching-te’s approval rating rising slightly to 52.2%. It also revealed favorability rankings for major political figures, with former President Tsai Ing-wen topping the list at 61.7%. In the Taipei mayoral race, DPP candidate Shen Po-yang had a markedly higher favorability rating than KMT candidate Chiang Wan-an. Dad dies, eldest brother takes condolence money and demands 570,000 in funeral expenses! Younger siblings take him to court; verdict delivered.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596993https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596993Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Taiwan High Court Taichung Branch ruled in a dispute among the Ma siblings over their father’s funeral expenses and the allocation of condolence money, clarifying that condolence money is not part of an estate and defining the scope of reimbursable expenses paid upfront. Tech buzz: A global shortage! Want to buy the 蘋果 foldable iPhone Duo? Order now and wait at least three months.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596992https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596992Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒After its launch, the 蘋果 foldable phone iPhone Duo is facing tight global supply. Online orders in the United States take an average of 92 days to ship, far longer than for other models. 華爾街日報 reported that the supply chain was not ready, while 蘋果 said it was working to speed up deliveries. Lai Ching-te and Lu Shiow-yen lose out! Political figures’ favorability ratings revealed in latest poll: She gets 61.7% support, while Chiang Wan-an plunges 10.9% in 2 months.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596994https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596994Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:25:09 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Taiwan Public Opinion Survey planned by Dai Lian released its October 2026 results, with Tsai Ing-wen topping the favorability rankings at 61.7%. Chiang Wan-an’s rating plunged 10.9% in 2 months, while Cheng Li-wun’s fell to 15.5%, reflecting declining support for the KMT. Verbal clash with Han Kuo-yu! Slammed for not countersigning bill, accused of making democracy “kidney-deficient”; Cho Jung-tai fires back: “If you’re born with deficiencies, you need supplements.”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596996https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596996Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:21:38 +0900Taiwan風傳媒KMT Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu criticized the Executive Yuan for not countersigning a bill, saying it left democracy “kidney-deficient.” Premier Cho Jung-tai hit back, urging the Legislative Yuan to discuss the matter in accordance with the spirit of the Constitution. The two clashed verbally over constitutional procedures. Tsai Kang-yung apologizes, says “I never supported Taiwan independence”; MAC says it won’t let Beijing’s election interference succeed.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596997https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596997Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:13:59 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Tsai Kang-yung issued a statement distancing himself from Taiwan independence after China criticized him for attending a campaign event for Shen Po-yang. Mainland Affairs Council Minister Chiu Chui-cheng responded forcefully, calling on the Chinese Communist Party to stop transnational repression and election interference. He reiterated that Taiwan’s mainstream public opinion rejects rule by the Chinese Communist Party and criticized Hung Hsiu-chu’s remarks as denigrating the country. Government cash—remember to claim it! “Up to 300 yuan per person” before 10/31; people across Taiwan can get it. See how to claim and the eligibility requirements.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596998https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596998Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:07:38 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Taipei and New Taipei city governments launched a cross-city sports promotion in October 2026. By checking in on the “My New Taipei City” app and accumulating U-Sport workout visits, participants can receive benefits worth up to 300 yuan. The initiative aims to encourage regular exercise and promote exchanges between sports venues in the two cities. Can a campaign speech break the spiral of silence? Chiang Wan-an vows not to change his “image” and takes a swipe at Shen Po-yang; scholar offers “current-based checks and balances” strategy.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596999https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596999Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:04:25 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Chiang Wan-an held his campaign headquarters inauguration on the 26th, stressing that he would keep his established “image” unchanged while taking an apparent swipe at his opponent Shen Po-yang as a flip-flopper. Scholar Niu Tse-hsun recommended using the image of “bricks” to launch a battle to defend the capital and counterbalance his opponent’s online momentum. Is it time to buy the dip? AI financing chains emerge as a new source of risk; 高盛 sells a net US$20 billion in tech stocks over 2 weeks.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597865https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597865Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:00:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Global tech stocks have recently faced an unusually concentrated sell-off. 高盛 data show net selling of about US$20 billion in the TMT sector, with AI financing chains emerging as a new source of risk and market panic concentrated in tech stocks. Become an AI shareholder with NT$10,000! Schroders and LINE Bank open pre-orders for first actively managed Taiwan stock ETF 00419A, with subscriptions opening Nov. 2https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597866https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597866Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:40:05 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網施羅德投信推出首檔主動式台股ETF「施羅德AI科技台股主動式ETF基金(00419A)」，於11月2日至6日募集，最低門檻1萬元，並與LINE Bank合作提供預購服務，聚焦AI產業鏈輪動機會。 輝達本益比降至18倍、較標普500折價11%！華爾街喊上看515美元https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597867https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597867Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:40:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網輝達's market capitalization has topped $5 trillion. As earnings growth outpaces its share price, its forward P/E has fallen to 18 times, an 11% discount to the S&P 500. Despite market concerns about slower AI capital spending and financing pressures on emerging cloud providers, Wall Street analysts maintain a unanimous Buy rating, with an average price target of $343, citing its long-term growth potential. Alphabet reports earnings this week: Can it avoid the share-price pressure facing Meta?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597868https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597868Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:30:02 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Alphabet reports earnings this week and has several advantages compared with Meta, whose share price has come under pressure after its cash flow turned negative and it issued non-voting shares. Analysts say Google co-founder has moved out of California to avoid taxes, and scrutiny of its capital spending may have already peaked. Investors will turn their attention to Google Cloud growth, though Google still faces fierce competition in AI. Focus Stocks: Strong AI demand leaves indium phosphide shortage difficult to resolve in the near term; 聯亞 surges nearly half the daily limithttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597869https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597869Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:26:35 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網AI demand is driving demand for optical modules, and 聯亞's share price has surged amid an indium phosphide shortage. Revenue grew sharply in the first 3 quarters. 新穎生醫 diagnostic product secures key self-pay code, expanding into mid-sized and large hospitalshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597870https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597870Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:21:07 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網新穎生醫 (6810-TW) announced that its precision kidney function test, 遠腎佳DNlite, has obtained a self-pay code for regional hospitals and higher-level institutions. The move marks its expansion from primary care clinics into the mid-sized and large hospital market, establishing a basis for commercial fee collection. Could the US-Canada trade war cool? Trump administration discusses steel and auto tariff relief, seeks deal before midterm electionshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597235https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597235Tue, 27 Oct 2026 13:00:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網The United States and Canada are negotiating tariff relief for steel and automobiles, with a deal potentially reached before the midterm elections. Talks focus on Section 232 tariffs and are being led by the U.S. commerce secretary, with the aim of repairing bilateral ties that deteriorated after negotiations collapsed in August. Can 46,000 hold? AI perpetual-motion machine in crisis? Position for year-end or run for the exits?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597236https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597236Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:53:24 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網台積電 will raise CoWoS prices and foundry prices as demand for AI chips increases and equipment delivery times lengthen, with earnings expected to continue growing. Anthropic has filed for an IPO and secured major financing, prompting concerns about an AI bubble, but the odds of a reversal in 2027 are low. Investors should seize opportunities on pullbacks. $1 million! With midterm elections approaching, Trump offers hefty reward for election-fraud tipshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597237https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597237Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:47:52 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網U.S. President Trump announced a $1 million reward for tips about election fraud ahead of the midterm elections scheduled for Nov. 3. The White House did not disclose the source of the funds or other details, in a move reflecting Trump's ongoing doubts about election integrity. Is the U.S. stock-market correction nearing its end? 摩根士丹利: “3 key variables” could drive the S&P 500 to 8,000 by year-endhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597238https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597238Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:40:06 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網摩根士丹利 analyst Michael Wilson said the stock-market correction that began in June is nearing its end. He expects concerns about AI, the midterm elections and changes in Federal Reserve liquidity to help the market bottom, with the S&P 500 potentially reaching 8,000 by year-end. RMB 670 billion！Zhang Yiming tops China’s rich list, setting new wealth record for the country’s richest personhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597239https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597239Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:31:36 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網胡潤研究院發布《2026胡潤百富榜》，字節跳動張一鳴以6,700億元成中國首富，刷新紀錄。DeepSeek梁文鋒因AI熱潮首登榜即排第七，農夫山泉鍾睒睒財富縮水退居第二。 iPhone Duo供貨吃緊、交貨延至明年1月 美銀仍看好蘋果https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597240https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597240Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:30:07 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網美銀重申蘋果買進評級並維持370美元目標價。儘管iPhone Duo供貨緊張延至明年1月，但iPhone 18 Pro供應改善，美銀看好AI與換機週期帶動長期成長。 台股四萬六保衛戰！AI三大族群誰先反攻？https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597241https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597241Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:24:48 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網美股因能源設施攻擊及高利率等因素下跌，摩根大通認為AI股票賣壓接近尾聲。台股劇烈震盪，外資大賣，台積電下跌，但台灣外銷訂單強勁，AI相關產業需求持續。建議關注AI晶片、先進封裝、AI伺服器及高階PCB族群，短線震盪區間在45,500至47,500點。 Musk: Humans are chimpanzees in the face of super AI; traditional money will become meaninglesshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597242https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597242Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:20:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網特斯拉執行長馬斯克在訪談中指出，超級AI可能對人類不感興趣，傳統金錢將因機器人提升生產力而失去意義，未來經濟衡量標準將轉向能源與物質。 〈Real Estate〉Young homebuyers’ hotspots shift: Mature neighborhoods in Taipei’s suburbs gain favor, while New Taipei’s inner ring becomes a mainstayhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597243https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597243Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:19:31 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網永慶房屋分析2026年Q1雙北青年購屋數據，指出萬華區與新莊區占比增幅顯著，反映青年購屋熱區向北市郊及新北第一圈成熟生活圈移動。 〈Stock Focus〉Robotics theme sparks rally！Hiwin and Hiwin Mikrosystem surge to limit-up on strong orders, shine at JIMTOFhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597244https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597244Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:17:56 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網 October’s U.S. bond rally stalls; next move in yields to steer U.S. stockshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597246https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597246Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:10:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網《巴隆週刊》報導美債反彈停歇，殖利率徘徊5%以下。聯準會決策與科技財報將成關鍵，市場關注AI投資回報及通膨壓力，殖利率若升至5.25%或降至4.75%皆對股市構成壓力。 Bitcoin struggles near $80,000 ahead of Fed decision and tech earningshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597245https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597245Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:10:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Bitcoin fell below the $80,000 mark amid the Fed decision and technology earnings, with market divisions deepening and significant outflows. Technical support levels face a severe test。 Warning sign？Taiwan’s October consumer confidence index for durable goods purchases hits its lowest level since the financial crisishttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596910https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596910Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:58:35 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網國立中央大學台灣經濟發展研究中心公布10月CCI為66.27點，較上月下降。其中購買耐久性財信心創2009年來新低，反映民眾因高油價及房市清淡而延後消費，整體指標偏向悲觀。 SpaceX Is Not Anthropic’s Biggest Partner! Who Ranks First? A Look at Near-Trillion-Dollar Dealshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596911https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596911Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:50:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Anthropic filed an S-1 on the 26th, disclosing computing contracts worth nearly $1 trillion with companies including Broadcom and SpaceX. Broadcom ranked first at $161.2 billion, highlighting the AI industry’s deep reliance on infrastructure. Attention, 8 million investors! OTC Center and TDCC join forces to launch an “OTC Center” section on 集保e手掌握, with listing and material-announcement alertshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596912https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596912Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:43:09 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網櫃買中心與集保結算所合作，在擁有800萬用戶的集保e手掌握App中推出「櫃買專區」與精準推播服務，讓投資人能即時掌握上櫃及興櫃公司的法說會、重訊記者會及掛牌典禮等關鍵資訊，以提升市場透明度。 銘福集團 Teams Up With Malaysia’s Naza Group on Vehicle Recycling and Reuse, With the Philippines Nexthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596913https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596913Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:42:10 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網銘福集團, through its subsidiary 銘福開發, signed an MOU with Naza Enviro控股, part of 馬來西亞Naza集團, to explore establishing a joint venture for vehicle and battery recycling at an environmental park in Malaysia, with plans to expand into the Philippine market. Ukraine Extends “Martial Law” by 90 Days to the End of January! Russia Says Resuming Trilateral Talks Does Not Restrict Military Operationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596915https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596915Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:40:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網During the Russia-Ukraine war, Ukraine extended martial law through the end of January 2027, while Russia maintained that it would continue its military strikes. Although the sides agreed to a local ceasefire in Kherson and planned to resume trilateral talks in November, they remain deeply divided on core issues such as territorial control and security guarantees, leaving the prospects for a comprehensive ceasefire unclear. Latest Poll 7 Days Before the Election! Democrats Maintain Lead as Trump’s Approval Rebounds—Can a Million-Dollar “Reward” Save Republicans?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596914https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596914Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:40:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Polls on the eve of the U.S. midterm elections show Democrats in the lead, while Trump’s approval rating has rebounded to 32%. Trump announced a million-dollar reward to encourage reports of fraud, sparking debate over election integrity. The White House has not explained where the money would come from. Fed Whisperer: Inflation Is Heating Up, but There’s No Rush to Hike Rates—Why Will the Central Bank Stand Pat?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596916https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596916Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:30:05 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網The Federal Reserve is expected to hold interest rates steady at its policy meeting this week despite rising inflation data. Officials are standing pat amid volatility in Treasury yields and internal divisions over the pace of tightening, with markets shifting their focus to expectations for a December rate hike. Taiwan Stocks Open Higher After 4-Day Holiday, Soaring More Than 500 Points as 台積電 and 鴻海 Lead Gains; Memory and Robotics Stocks Risehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596917https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596917Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:17:11 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Taiwan stocks opened on the 27th after a 4-day holiday, gaining more than 500 points early on, buoyed by gains on U.S. markets and led by 台積電 and 鴻海. Memory and robotics stocks also advanced, but gains narrowed as the market encountered resistance at the 5-day moving average. Early trading volume was estimated at NT$1.08 trillion. Trump’s Approval Rebounds to 32% but Remains Near a Record Low! U.S. Midterm Poll: Democrats Lead Republicans by 11 Percentage Pointshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596918https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596918Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:13:01 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網The latest Reuters-Ipsos poll shows Trump’s approval rating edging up to 32% ahead of the U.S. midterm elections, but Democrats maintain a double-digit lead in congressional races. 國產 Group promotes “carbon competitive advantage”; its 國宇 ALC and 惠普 target low-carbon construction opportunitieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596919https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596919Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:12:55 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網國產 Group is promoting low-carbon building materials. Its subsidiary 國宇建材 showcased an ALC wall system that cuts carbon emissions by 77.6% and offers high sound insulation, while 惠普 has raised the share of new-build orders to 六成 through smart upgrades, with overall operating performance ahead of the same period last year. SpaceX and 特斯拉 plan to build an “AI Berkshire Hathaway”! US media cite 三 major challenges: a nightmare for shareholdershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596920https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596920Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:10:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網SpaceX and 特斯拉 plan to merge and build an AI version of Berkshire Hathaway. The move has received a positive market response and boosted their combined market value, but analysts say they face 三 major financial challenges: diluted earnings, pressure from high valuations, and a severe cash-flow shortfall, posing a high risk to SpaceX shareholders. 泰合 faces patent lawsuit from US drugmakers over oral antithrombotic film; continues advancing product launch and global commercializationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596921https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596921Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:06:15 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網泰合 has been sued for BEQIA drug patents by US pharmaceutical companies BMS and Pfizer. The company has begun its legal response and is continuing to advance commercialization of the product in the US market. 株式会社ツクルバ Securities Report — 15th Fiscal Period (2025/08/01–2026/07/31)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597231https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597231Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:50:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示 【株式会社ブラス】Securities Report—23rd Fiscal Year (2025/08/01–2026/07/31)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597042https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597042Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:06:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示 【株式会社大和コンピューター】Securities Report—50th Fiscal Year (2025/08/01–2026/07/31)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596909https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3596909Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:54:00 +0900JapanEDINET 金融庁開示株式会社大和コンピューター filed its securities report for the fiscal year ended July 2026. Revenue edged up, but ordinary profit fell sharply, and net profit also declined. Its financial position remains stable, with the equity ratio holding at 86.7%. [Arson] [Fire at 大盤大五金百貨員林店 on the 26th at 20:18 on Section 2, Yuanji Road, Yuanlin City, Changhua County; extinguished, no casualties]https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597538https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597538Mon, 26 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan內政部消防署A fire broke out at 大盤大五金百貨員林店 in Yuanlin City, Changhua County. Firefighters were dispatched and extinguished it; there were no casualties. The fire was caused by a child setting off firecrackers. [Residential fire] [Fire at a home on Lane 83, Yong'ai Road, Su'ao Township, Yilan County, on the 26th at 21:42; extinguished, no casualties]https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597537https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597537Mon, 26 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan內政部消防署A residential fire broke out on Lane 83, Yong'ai Road, Su'ao Township, Yilan County, on the 26th at 21:42. The fire department dispatched 9 vehicles and 25 personnel to extinguish it; there were no casualties. 莊凱勛 and 楊貴媚 win Golden Bell best actor and actress; The World Between Us 2 wins drama program award [In-house news]https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597361https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597361Tue, 27 Oct 2026 09:13:41 +0900Taiwan公視新聞At the 61st Golden Bell Awards, 忘了我記得, directed by 劉若英, swept 6 awards. 莊凱勛 won best actor for 都市開基祖榮, 楊貴媚 won best actress for 我們與惡的距離2, and 公視’s 我們與惡的距離2 won the drama program award. House fire in Yilan; firefighters extinguish blaze in 1 hour, with no injurieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597362https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261027-12/index-en-p8.html#n3597362Tue, 27 Oct 2026 08:33:47 +0900Taiwan公視新聞A fire broke out at a townhouse in an alley off Yong'ai Road in Su'ao, Yilan, on the evening of the 26th, and spread to a neighbor’s home. The fire department dispatched 10 vehicles and 25 personnel and extinguished the blaze within 1 hour, with no casualties. Police arrested a 39-year-old man in a nearby park on suspicion of arson following an argument. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.