AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-29 06:00–09:00 JST｜Page 2 of 2https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 112 items from 4 sources; Japan, 73 items from 2 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en Two new colors to match your camera. Viltrox AF 26mm F2.8 EVO adds graphite gray and mist silverhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631475https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631475Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES映像嵐株式会社 is adding two new colors, graphite gray and mist silver, to the Viltrox full-frame-compatible AF prime lens “Viltrox AF 26mm F2.8 EVO,” with sales starting October 29, 2026. A chain reaction of inspiration and mayhem! “Contraptions Collection,” featuring 3 physics puzzle games, gets PS5 and Switch physical release on February 4, 2027!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631474https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631474Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSoft Source Pte Ltd announced that the PS5 and Nintendo Switch physical editions of “Contraptions Collection,” featuring 3 physics puzzle games, will be released on February 4, 2027, in partnership with Moragami, Co. Ltd. and Funbox Media Ltd. Used construction equipment and truck parts distribution expands as specialist auction launches, with listings up about 42%https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631473https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631473Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES荒井商事株式会社が運営するアライオークションは、2026年9月より建設機械やトラックの中古部品を専門とする「パーツオークション」の独立開催を開始し、初月の出品数は前年同月比42.1％増となった。 【10/27～11/27】27卒学生も登壇！大型カンファレンス「新卒採用ミライ会議2026秋」のアーカイブ配信開始！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631472https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631472Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMIL株式会社 will offer a limited-time archive stream of “New Graduate Recruitment Future Conference 2026 Autumn,” an online conference held in October 2026, from October 27 to November 27. Published a DirectCloud implementation case study featuring 株式会社エッサム様https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631471https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631471Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ダイレクトクラウド has published a case study on 株式会社エッサム's implementation of the business cloud storage service “DirectCloud.” To address rising data center costs and requests to discontinue PPAP, エッサム migrated from on-premises servers to DirectCloud, automating access permissions through Microsoft Entra ID integration and organizing its data (4TB→2TB). Real estate crowdfunding service “CAMEL” to exhibit at “THE GOLD ONLINE Fest 2026 @ Fukuoka”! Special seminar with Anri Sugihara also scheduledhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631470https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631470Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社グローバルクラウドエステート, operator of real estate crowdfunding service “CAMEL,” will exhibit at “THE GOLD ONLINE Fest 2026 + Nishinippon Shimbun @ Fukuoka,” to be held at ACROS Fukuoka on November 7, 2026, and host a special seminar featuring Anri Sugihara and others. Satoshi Kawaguchi, representative of 株式会社リーピー, to speak at the 3rd recruitment seminar hosted by 碧南商工会議所. He will discuss employee retention and organizational development under the theme “Companies that don’t lose employees win in the end!”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631469https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631469Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESSatoshi Kawaguchi, representative director of 株式会社リーピー, spoke at the 3rd recruitment seminar hosted by 碧南商工会議所, discussing employee retention and organizational development under the theme “Companies that don’t lose employees win in the end!” Mortgage comparison and assessment service “Mogecheck” launches free “Mogecheck Pro” mortgage proposal tool for real estate companieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631468https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631468Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社MFS will begin offering “Mogecheck Pro,” a mortgage proposal tool for real estate companies, free of charge from October 29, 2026. Using a patented loan approval probability model, it assesses applications in real time based on the screening criteria of more than 30 financial institutions and generates proposals. The service aims to enable efficient mortgage financing through both B and C channels. [アドインテ] Major upgrade to its proprietary signage CMS for retail media! AI agent functionality added, service launches as “結 -Yui”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631467https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631467Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アドインテ has significantly upgraded its proprietary CMS for retail media and launched it as “結 -Yui.” It features automatic optimization of delivery conditions using AI agent functionality and targeting linked to weather and POS data, as well as a robust security environment. [エブリデイ行田店 15th anniversary] With gratitude! “15 Million Yen Grand Giveaway Festival” on 11/3! Events change every hour! Gifts for the first 150 guests and rock-paper-scissors with an alien, among other eventshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631466https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631466Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社東洋 will celebrate the 15th anniversary of the opening of its エブリデイ行田店 with a special event, the “15 Million Yen Grand Giveaway Festival,” on November 3, with a total giveaway budget of 15 million yen. The event will feature gifts for the first 150 guests, hourly changing events, and rock-paper-scissors with an alien. [Exclusive to ABCマート] New visuals unveiled for K-pop girl group ILLIT; FILA’s “PUFFER PLATFORM MULE LJ” arrives in a soft, winter-ready silhouettehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631465https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631465Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESABCマート will release FILA’s new “PUFFER PLATFORM MULE LJ” on October 29, 2026. The price is 7,590 yen (tax included). New visuals and an interview video featuring K-pop girl group ILLIT have also been released. 〈Presenting “16 Books for Understanding Others” all at once〉“Don’t Use Your Own Yardstick to Hurt Others—Books, Not Hate” fair to be held at 50 bookstores nationwide!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631464https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631464Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社河出書房新社 has organized the book-selection fair “Don’t Use Your Own Yardstick to Hurt Others—Books, Not Hate” to oppose hate speech against Miri Yu and promote understanding of others. It will be held at 50 bookstores nationwide from early November. Miho Watanabe × Masahiro Sunada × Rina Asakawa × Masashi Ikeda: Episode 4 of “We Who Lied” airs tonight! Suzu (Rina Asakawa) has disappeared from the lives of her fiancé, Mino (Masashi Ikeda), Sakura (Miho Watanabe), and Mita (Masahiro Sunada). The secret of “that rainy day”...https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631463https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631463Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAnnouncement of the broadcast of Episode 4 of the romantic suspense drama “We Who Lied,” currently airing on TV Osaka. The listing includes the plot, cast information, and broadcast and streaming schedule for the original manga “We Who Lied.” ローンチ約5か月でチャンネル登録者数50万人を突破！ 講談社のビジネス映像メディア「THINKpod」の成長がさらに加速する理由https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631462https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631462Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES講談社が運営するビジネス映像メディア「THINKpod」のYouTubeチャンネル登録者数がローンチ約5か月で50万人を突破した。 A red-nosed reindeer is coming to キスケKIT! “Red-Nosed Reindeer Crepe,” made with 4 kinds of chocolate, available for a limited time starting November 1 [Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture]https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631325https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631325Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:38:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESキスケ株式会社 will sell “Red-Nosed Reindeer Crepe,” a limited-time sweet made with 4 kinds of chocolate, at キスケKIT in Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture, starting November 1, 2026. For 1 week from October 29, World Stroke Day, the Stroke Festival will turn “indigo.” The slogan is #藍脳 (I know). “Reha Reha Wonderland 2027” set for March 20, 2027https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631222https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631222Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人脳フェス実行委員会 will hold “Indigo Brain Week” to coincide with World Stroke Day on October 29 and launch the social media campaign “#藍脳.” It also announced that the free event “Reha Reha Wonderland 2027” will be held at すみだ産業会館 on March 20, 2027. Hiroshi Fujioka and Maito Fujioka appear on the cover of men’s fashion magazine “Rudo”: A father and son showcase a way of life as men that transcends generationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631221https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631221Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESActor and martial artist Hiroshi Fujioka and his eldest son Maito Fujioka appear together on the cover of the 2026AW issue of men’s fashion magazine “Rudo,” portraying a way of life as men that transcends generations. Let’s build a city on a sheer cliff! The packaged Switch and PS5 editions of acclaimed mountain-building game “Laysara: Summit Kingdom” will launch on February 4, 2027!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631220https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631220Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESSingaporean publisher Soft Source announced that, in partnership with Nejcraft, it will release packaged Switch and PS5 editions of the mountain city-building simulation “Laysara: Summit Kingdom” on February 4, 2027. ディーモ releases “Deemó LegalBase＋” service informationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631223https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631223Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ディーモは、AIによる契約書レビュー支援等の機能を備えた定額制リーガルテックサービス「Deemó LegalBase＋」のサービス資料を公開した。同サービスは経済産業省の「デジタル化・AI導入補助金2026」に採択されており、法人向けプランは月額1万円から利用可能である。 On World Children’s Day, considering children’s growth and the future of furniture. “もくわく®︎ Baby Wagon,” passed down from babies to the next generation, with first deliveries starting November 20https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631224https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631224Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:17:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESsumao will release “もくわく Baby Wagon,” furniture made with Japanese wood and crafted by artisans that changes form as children grow, starting November 20. 56.3% of Gen Z have experienced a worsened impression of a company while job hunting, revealing the realities of recruitmenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631153https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631153Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAccording to a survey by 株式会社JITSUGYO, 56.3% of Gen Z job seekers have had their impression of a company worsen during their job search. Reasons cited included recruiters’ conduct and inadequate information sharing. [For a deeper appreciation of the film] Santa was actually named “三太九郎”!? The history of Christmas in Japan, which began 470 years ago, and the story behind “Hana’s Santa,” inspired by the spirit of Inazo Nitobe and the late Shinichi Chibahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631152https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631152Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES感謝株式会社 has issued a press release with screening information for the film “Hana’s Santa” and details of the production background involving the late Shinichi Chiba. It provides details including the history of Christmas in Japan, the spirit of Inazo Nitobe, the screening schedule at シネマ・ジャック＆ベティ, the cast, and ticket prices. ●New product● New key ring recreates the 日産 Skyline GT-R (BNR34) in three dimensions, now available on Rakuten Ichiba. Includes a serial number,https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631151https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631151Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社フェイス will release a limited run of 5000 serial-numbered metal keychains featuring the 日産 Skyline GT-R (BNR34) on Oct. 27, 2026. Nov. 1 Niigata’s 「ぽんしゅ館」, where visitors can enjoy sake from all breweries in Niigata Prefecture, opens 「唎酒番所プラス」, a special website to enjoy 「唎酒番所」 even more! (Pre-opening on Oct. 29)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631154https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631154Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:06:00 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ぽんしゅ館新潟 will relaunch 「唎酒番所プラス」, a special website designed to enhance the experience at 「唎酒番所」, where visitors can enjoy sake from all breweries in Niigata Prefecture, along with its official online shop, on Nov. 1, 2026. Returning to Niigata this year! Hands-on event for elementary and junior high school students, 「STREAM FEST. 2026 in 新潟」, to be held Nov. 7 (Saturday) at 開志専門職大学 紫竹山キャンパスhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631163https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631163Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Academix will hold 「STREAM FEST. 2026 in 新潟」, a hands-on event for elementary and junior high school students, at the 紫竹山キャンパス of 開志専門職大学 on Nov. 7, 2026. Admission is free (advance reservation required), with activities including robot sumo, a typing contest and collaborative booths with companies and universities. Tackling the challenge of 1-on-1 meetings failing to drive growth with behavioral science × AI: ウィルPMインターナショナル releases white paper 「AI × ‘Career Autonomy and Skills Development’ in Behavioral Science」https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631162https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631162Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ウィルPMインターナショナル has released a white paper using behavioral science and AI, presenting a scientific approach to solving challenges in 1-on-1 meetings and reskilling. Global Blue to roll out an in-city refund network compliant with the new tax-free system at 11 Yodobashi Camera locations nationwidehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631161https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631161Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESGlobal Blue Japan announced that it will install in-city refund counters and kiosks at 11 Yodobashi Camera locations nationwide to support the new tax-free system launching in November 2026. Connecting 1-on-1 meetings to organizational development: An explanation of how to build a growing organization through data and dialoguehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631160https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631160Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES4designs株式会社 will hold a free online seminar on Nov. 13, 2026, titled 「From Career Development to Organizational Development: Building a Growing Organization Through Data and Dialogue」, explaining approaches to organizational development through the use of data and dialogue. The chaotic cooking adventure 『SUSHI BAR Express』 is coming to Nintendo Switch as a physical edition on Feb. 25, 2027! Aim to become the world’s best sushi chef! The ultimate entertainment experience awaits!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631159https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631159Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESSoft Source Pte Ltd announced that, in partnership with Funbox Media, it will release a physical edition of 『SUSHI BAR Express』 for Nintendo Switch on Feb. 25, 2027. AI customer support system 「ヘルプドッグ」 launches a ヘルプドッグ MCP server that lets users operate ヘルプドッグ from AI toolshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631158https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631158Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESnoco株式会社 announced that it will offer the 「ヘルプドッグ MCPサーバー」 in the first half of 2027, enabling users to operate its AI customer support system 「ヘルプドッグ」 from AI tools such as Claude and ChatGPT. Representative Ibaraki speaks at generative AI training attended by 460 Sapporo city employeeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631157https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631157Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESYuta Ibaraki, representative of アンドドット株式会社, served as an instructor at generative AI literacy training attended by 460 Sapporo city employees, explaining the risks and ways to use the technology. Online medical care helps people who 「cannot get to a hospital」 during disasters: SOKUYAKU joins Nakai, Kanagawa Prefecture’s comprehensive disaster drill for the second consecutive yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631156https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631156Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESジェイフロンティア株式会社’s online medical care service 「SOKUYAKU」 once again took part in Nakai, Kanagawa Prefecture’s Reiwa 8 fiscal year comprehensive disaster drill, providing residents with information and hands-on opportunities to learn how online medical care can be used during disasters. How can career development lead to organizational development? Free online seminar on building a growing organization through data and dialogue to be held Nov. 13https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631155https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631155Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人プロティアン・キャリア協会 will hold a free online seminar on Nov. 13, 2026, explaining how career development can be connected to organizational development using data and dialogue. Early release of report on exhibiting at HRTech Conference 2026 (Las Vegas): Detailed analysis of exhibitors and 「truly valuable HR technology」 for Japanese companies, along with points to watchhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631085https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631085Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESfreecracy株式会社 has published a report on its participation in 「HR Technology Conference & Expo 2026」, held in Las Vegas in October 2026. The company analyzes market changes and technology trends, including agent AI, at the event, which featured 397 exhibitors, and explains adoption considerations and evaluation criteria for Japanese companies. [Survey on NISA use] Old NISA or new NISA? When did you start? Which financial institution did you choose? What was the deciding factor?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631014https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631014Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:40:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESA survey on NISA use conducted by Mediverse, operated by 株式会社フォーイット, with 500 respondents found that 27.2% of respondents use NISA, with usage rates higher among men, people in their 30s to 50s, higher-income earners and households raising children. Online brokerages were the most popular account provider, chosen by 72.8%; the leading reasons were 「I already had an account」 and 「low fees」. The survey found almost an even split between those who continued using the old NISA and those who joined under the new NISA. Networking event and seminar for labor and social security attorneys to be held in Nagoya!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631006https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631006Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社エイ・アイ・エス will hold a seminar on time and attendance management for certified social insurance and labor consultants, along with a networking event, in Nagoya on Nov. 16, 2026. TikTok live commerce channel “燕チャンネル” surpasses ¥5 million in sales about 10 minutes after launch of “エアリストpro,” a jointly developed product by ABITOKYO and クルールラボhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631005https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631005Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe new product “エアリストpro,” jointly developed by ABITOKYO and クルールラボ株式会社, surpassed ¥5 million in sales about 10 minutes after its launch on “燕チャンネル,” a TikTok live commerce channel operated by 株式会社Sホールディングス. [How is it different from genetic modification?] A rapidly expanding market! “An Illustrated Introduction to the Basics and Mechanisms of Genome Editing,” revealing the full picture of cutting-edge biotechnology transforming everything from the dinner table to medicine, is now availablehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631004https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631004Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社秀和システム新社 will publish “An Illustrated Introduction to the Basics and Mechanisms of Genome Editing” on Nov. 11, 2026. The book explains genome-editing technology, its applications in food, medicine and the environment, as well as regulations and ethical issues. It is written by Shosuke Shimada. 〈A hot topic! Reprint decided before release!!〉20 rapid-fire plot twists! “Astonishing! Ultra-Short Mystery Stories: The Gods’ Challenge,” a remarkable anthology bringing together 20 popular mystery writers, goes on salehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631003https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631003Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社文藝春秋 will publish “Astonishing! Ultra-Short Mystery Stories: The Gods’ Challenge,” an anthology of short-short mysteries by 20 popular mystery writers, on Nov. 5. An unprecedented reprint before its release has been decided following a flood of orders from bookstores. What blood pressure is considered high? Doctor reveals the most accurate way to measure it: Pay attention if your home reading reaches “this number”—for older adults and young people alikehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631397https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631397Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Physician 陳承勤 of National Taiwan University Hospital said the latest hypertension threshold has been lowered to a home blood pressure reading of 130/80 mmHg. He advocated home monitoring using the “722 rule” to rule out white-coat effects and also shared the S-ABCDE lifestyle adjustment strategy to prevent cardiovascular disease. 王義雄’s view: Japan’s new militarism is dragging the country back to the Stone Agehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631396https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631396Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The United States and Japan held the largest-ever “Keen Sword 27” military exercise, using a “Taiwan contingency” as its scenario. The Chinese People’s Liberation Army then launched simultaneous drills in five major maritime areas in response. The article analyzes the risk of escalating military confrontation, criticizes Lai Ching-te’s policies for increasing the likelihood of war, and warns that the U.S. military faces challenges in the First Island Chain. 張瑞雄’s view: If the world is divided among three powers, how many choices will Taiwan have left?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631398https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631398Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:50:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒In October 2026, Russian President Vladimir Putin proposed holding a trilateral summit with the leaders of the United States and China during APEC in Shenzhen, prompting concerns about powerful nations dividing up the world. Author 張瑞雄 warned that Taiwan must not become a bargaining chip and should strengthen its defenses and cooperation with democratic alliances. 姚文成’s view: Ocean currents wash up against fences on public land; the rule of law must not drift with the tidehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631399https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631399Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:40:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The controversy over campaign materials involving Democratic Progressive Party Taipei mayoral candidate 沈伯洋 and Taipei City Councilor 許淑華, as well as banners on a fence along Mingde Road, has sparked discussion. Author 姚文成 emphasized the rule of law, calling on the responsible authorities to clarify regulations for installations on public land and apply enforcement standards consistently. The author also urged candidates’ teams to take responsibility for management and ensure a fair election. 姜文淑’s view: Lai Ching-te’s “eliminating impurities”—a new authoritarian revival under the “Ten National Security Laws” led by 沈伯洋https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631400https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631400Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒In an article, Taiwan-born U.S. resident 姜文淑 criticized the “Ten National Security Laws” led by Lai Ching-te and 沈伯洋 as a revival of authoritarianism. She said intermediary clauses and preventive confiscation of property undermine the presumption of innocence, citing cases including the search of 吳子嘉 and online harassment of 蔣萬安 to argue that the ruling party is abusing and expanding its power and tearing society apart. Hsia Yi-hsin’s view: Still practicing despite alleged forced sexual intercourse, a disgraced military doctor and the breakdown of military disciplinehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631401https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631401Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:20:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The article exposes the double standards applied by the military in handling sexual assault and disciplinary cases: an Army Aviation and Special Forces Command major was quickly dismissed over alleged sexual assault, while disciplinary action against a National Defense Medical Center military doctor surnamed Lin over alleged forced sexual intercourse was delayed for a long time, exposing a breakdown in military discipline and institutional loopholes. Wu Tien-jung column: Why don’t Chiang Wan-an and Shen Po-yang want to discuss their social housing platforms?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631402https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631402Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:10:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This article analyzes why Chiang Wan-an and Shen Po-yang have both avoided discussing social housing in the nine-in-one elections. Chiang faces a record of falling short and the risk of breaking promises, while Shen is concerned that attacking Chiang could draw attention to the Lai Ching-te government’s failure to deliver on social housing. Opinion: The Green camp’s poll hype is just like stock manipulation—is election day when it all crashes?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631087https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631087Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This article criticizes the Green camp for hyping Shen Po-yang’s prospects in the 2026 Taipei mayoral election, accusing it of using fake polls and image-building tactics. It also questions his past advocacy for drug decriminalization and his personal character, arguing that the effort will ultimately crash like a stock-market scheme. 2026 convenience store credit cards explained: Which cards can you use at 7-Eleven, 全家, 萊爾富 and OK? A look at LINE Pay, Apple Pay and payment restrictionshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631086https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631086Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This article details the rules and restrictions for linking credit cards and mobile payments at Taiwan’s 4 major convenience store chains in 2026, covering physical cards, e-wallet support and differences in bill-payment services at 7-ELEVEN, 全家, 萊爾富 and OK, as well as comparing the latest co-branded card strategies. Opinion: Yalta secret agreement 2.0? The big 3 divide the seats, while small countries bear the pain!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631088https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631088Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:50:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒During the U.S. midterm election period, Putin proposed a trilateral summit with Trump and Xi Jinping, prompting Western concerns that major powers could divide up spheres of influence. The author stresses that details of the meeting remain unclear, criticizes treating negotiations as political theater, and calls for Ukraine and other parties to have a meaningful role to prevent small countries from bearing the cost of war. Chen Kuo-hsiang’s view: Currents don’t make a tsunami—there’s no need to panic at every tide!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631089https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631089Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:40:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Chen Kuo-hsiang analyzes how politician Chiang Wan-an should respond to the impact of social media opinion, stressing that online buzz does not equal public opinion and advising him to remain composed and focus on governance. Chuang Po-chung’s view: Why is the gap in Taipei mayoral polls so large?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631090https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631090Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:35:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Regarding the 25-percentage-point gap between polls by TVBS and 信民協會 in the 2026 Taipei mayoral election, Chinese Culture University journalism professor Chuang Po-chung says the difference stems from polling organization effects, sampling error, differences in survey timing and the potential risk of human manipulation. The article urges voters to examine the methodology calmly and not treat polls as direct predictions of election results. Opinion: G2’s party alternation vs. change of governing partyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631091https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631091Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This article examines differences between the democratic systems of the United States and Beijing amid the U.S. midterm elections and personnel changes at Beijing’s Fifth Plenum. The author contrasts the U.S. model of parties alternating in power with Beijing’s model of changes in leadership within the governing system, arguing that the two are not interchangeable. Opinion: The government is not an ATM. When politicians make reckless promises, who pays the bill?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631092https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631092Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:25:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This article critically analyzes the government’s policies of distributing cash to everyone and subsidizing health insurance for older adults, noting that although such policies are popular, they face problems including unclear funding sources, budgetary crowd-out and long-term fiscal burdens. The author stresses that resource allocation should take fairness into account and avoid increasing the burden on younger generations, and calls on politicians to honestly explain the costs of their policies. Should you take supplements “together” or “separately”? A nutritionist has the answer: It actually comes down to 1 thing.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631093https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631093Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:23:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Nutritionist 建銘 explains when to take supplements, saying that “taking them separately” suits therapeutic needs where optimal absorption is the goal, while “taking them together” suits everyday wellness routines where consistency matters. He emphasizes that choosing an approach you can stick with is more important than theoretical perfection. Opinion: The illusion of family-friendliness—After using flexible childcare arrangements, will you still have a chance at promotion 3 years later?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631094https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631094Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:20:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This article criticizes the phenomenon of “family-friendly on paper,” in which companies offer flexible family care leave but employees face hidden career costs because of managers’ biases. Citing research and the 中華電信 case, it argues that companies should safeguard performance evaluations, distribute substitute workloads fairly and use manager training to give employees the choice of assignments, ensuring that talent stays and develops over the long term. Waiting for the moment—The prevailing atmosphere in Yan’an was fear, fear, or fear: Excerpt from “Red Star Over China” (3)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3630944https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3630944Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Excerpted from 《紅曦照耀中國》 by 冯客, this article details how, during the 1943 Yan’an Rectification Movement, 毛澤東 used 周揚 and 康生 to carry out a brutal purge and ideological reeducation of intellectuals, creating an atmosphere of extreme fear and establishing his personal dictatorship. Almost nobody uses public phones. Why not just remove them all? Taiwan still has more than 20,000, and many people don’t know their real purpose.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3630943https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3630943Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒In line with policy from the 數位發展部, 中華電信 continues to maintain about 2.4萬 public phones across Taiwan to ensure communications in remote areas and for emergencies. It received a subsidy of about 7580萬元 for fiscal 2025, and the number is expected to be adjusted slightly to more than 2.3萬 in 2027. From 1.5萬 to 6萬! AI computing demand pushes up RTX 5090 prices; mainland Chinese internet users lament: Prices change by the day, rising more absurdly than gold.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631336https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631336Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:00:09 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Prices for RTX 50-series graphics cards have soared at Shenzhen’s Huaqiangbei market amid AI demand and production constraints. The RTX 5090 now costs 6萬元, marking an unusually steep price surge. Why does Warsh say that “the attention paid to South Korea may be far greater than the outside world imagines”?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631337https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631337Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:40:14 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網聯準會 Governor Warsh stressed at a press conference that he is watching South Korea’s supply chain to track technology investment trends, and noted that AI investment is affected by interest rates. The 聯準會 held rates steady, with only 2 officials advocating a rate hike. CoreWeave sinks 5% after hours as new cloud stocks turn lower; 微軟 capital spending falls short of expectations.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631338https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631338Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:28:33 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Capital spending by 微軟 and Alphabet fell short of expectations, sending shares of new cloud providers CoreWeave and Nebius lower as the market worried it would become harder for them to raise funds. Free cash flow turnaround timing revealed! 甲骨文 unveils long-term forecast, sending shares soaring 10% in a long-awaited rally.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631339https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631339Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:20:09 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網甲骨文 unveiled its long-term financial forecast at its Investor Day, saying capital expenditures will peak in 2027-2028 and free cash flow is expected to turn positive in the second half of 2028. The news eased market concerns about returns on AI investment, driving the stock up more than 10%. Four inflation risks to watch! Analysts expect the Fed to raise rates three times by the end of next yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631340https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631340Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:10:05 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Research firm 22V Research warned of four major inflation risks: the Iran war, AI investment, the fading impact of tariff refunds, and pricing risks. It forecast that the Fed could raise rates three times by the end of next year. The Fed held rates steady on Wednesday, with officials divided over the extent of tightening. 〈Earnings〉Azure grows 48%! 微軟 Q1 revenue and profit beat expectations; free cash flow surges to $18.6 billion; shares rise 4% after hourshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631025https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631025Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:04:12 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網微軟's 2027 Q1 results beat expectations, with Azure revenue rising 48% year over year to $33.17 billion, driving overall revenue growth of 19%. The company reorganized into two divisions, free cash flow fell 27% year over year, and shares rose 4% after hours. ServiceNow plunges 18% after hours as disappointing results overshadow raised AI outlookhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631026Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:04:01 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網ServiceNow reported third-quarter results, with revenue slightly beating expectations but earnings missing the mark, sending shares down 18% after hours. Although the company raised its AI contract target and expanded its partnership with OpenAI, investors remained concerned about slowing growth. 〈Energy After Hours〉Yemen conflict spreads, Saudi refinery attacked; global oil prices rise more than 2%https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631027https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631027Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:50:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Escalating conflict in the Middle East, a Houthi attack on a Saudi refinery, and concerns that the United States could resume military action against Iran pushed oil prices higher. Brent crude settled at $115.43 and WTI at $102.82. 〈New York FX〉Dollar slips as Fed holds rates steady as expectedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631028https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631028Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:41:17 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網美元周三走貶，聯準會維持利率不變以待期中選舉結果。紐西蘭央行意外停滯升息致紐幣重挫，加拿大央行則首度升息。英國財政大臣宣布增稅以籌措預算資金。 Reuters: 輝達's $12.9 billion acquisition of Hugging Face draws questions from U.S. Justice Departmenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631029https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631029Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:40:09 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Reuters reported that the U.S. Justice Department has made inquiries about 輝達's $12.93 billion acquisition of Hugging Face, focusing on its impact on competition in the AI market. 輝達 also faces a broader antitrust investigation covering deals involving SchedMD and Groq, though the investigation does not necessarily lead to a lawsuit. A guide to the Fed's key decisions: 2 dissenting votes, fewer rate-setting meetings, price stability takes priorityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631030https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631030Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:22:18 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網The U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed) decided after its meeting on the 28th to keep rates in the 3.75%-4% range, though two officials dissented in favor of a rate hike over their objections to legal actions by the Trump administration. Chair Warsh said the Fed would hold rate-setting meetings less often and emphasized that price stability comes first, while rejecting the use of forward guidance. Bessent concedes: If the Fed raises rates again, it “wouldn't necessarily” be a mistakehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631031https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631031Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:20:52 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent said Wednesday that another Fed rate hike would not necessarily be a policy mistake, and praised the leadership of current Fed Chair Warsh. He also said Iran's economy was contracting under sanctions and expressed optimism about AI cloud providers' financing, while forecasting strong U.S. Q3 GDP growth. 〈Precious Metals After Hours〉Fed Stands Pat Ahead of U.S. Midterm Elections; Gold Prices Weaken as Oil Riseshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631032https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631032Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:20:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Fed held interest rates steady ahead of the midterm elections, stoking concerns about inflation and high rates and pushing down prices of gold and other precious metals. Rising oil prices added to inflation concerns; analysts cut their near-term forecasts but remained bullish on a longer-term rebound. 〈U.S. Stocks After Hours〉Fed Stands Pat; 3 Major Indexes Post Gains for 3rd Straight Session; SK Hynix ADR and Oracle Surge More Than 10%https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631033https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631033Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:14:39 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網The 3 major U.S. stock indexes posted gains for a 3rd straight session on Wednesday, while Fed held interest rates steady as expected. Oracle and SK Hynix surged on strong outlooks, semiconductor shares advanced, and investors turned their attention to earnings from major tech companies. 〈Key News Before Taiwan Stocks Open〉Yang Chin-long reiterates currency-market adherence to the “willow theory”; 聯電 adds $3.2 billion in capital spendinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631034https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631034Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:10:13 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網央行總裁楊金龍於立院財委會備詢時重申匯市政策，聯電宣布追加32億美元資本支出以擴大AI產能。同時，中華精測、穩懋、台光電等半導體及材料廠公布優異法說成績，顯示AI與衛星應用帶動產業成長。 Fed 10月決策出現兩張反對票！按兵不動難消通膨疑慮 債市押注12月升息機率逾9成https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3630882https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3630882Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:40:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網美國聯準會10月決策會議按兵不動，但出現兩張反對票。市場預期12月升息機率逾9成，反映通膨壓力持續。 Infineon invests €1.1 billion to build world’s first 12-inch GaN mass-production facility; production to begin by the end of 2027https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3630883https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3630883Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:30:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Infineon announced an investment of €1.1 billion to build the world’s first 300-millimeter GaN mass-production facility in Villach, Austria, with production expected to begin by the end of 2027, strengthening its competitiveness in the AI and electric vehicle markets. Good morning, World》Yang Chin-long: Foreign investors favor Taiwan even more than South Korea; Taiwan stock investments yield substantial profitshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631522https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631522Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:42:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNACentral bank Governor Yang Chin-long said foreign investors favor Taiwan’s stock market more and earn substantial profits; 台積電, 聯電, and 台達電 posted strong performances in the semiconductor and electronics sectors; Japan imposed anti-dumping duties on stainless steel from Taiwan; Japan and the United States agreed to establish a defense framework for the first island chain; and a high-speed train collision in Spain caused major casualties. Japan-Germany summit deepens security and economic cooperation, reiterates commitment to peace and stability in the Taiwan Straithttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631502https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631502Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:36:38 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAGerman Chancellor Merz and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi held a summit in Tokyo. In a joint statement, they reiterated their commitment to peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait and agreed to strengthen cooperation on defense, economic security, and advanced technology. Bolsonaro Jr. suspected of entering the U.S. with revoked diplomatic passport, sparking political and legal controversyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631494https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631494Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:21:14 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFlávio Bolsonaro, son of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, is suspected of entering the United States with a diplomatic passport that had been revoked, sparking legal and diplomatic controversy. Brazilian police are investigating whether he evaded court restrictions when leaving the country. 美國國務院 said it would issue him a visa, and President Trump publicly voiced his support. Middle East diplomatic mediation drags on as international oil prices risehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631169https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631169Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:19:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMarkets weighed the risk of further military strikes on Iran by the United States and Israel against diplomatic efforts, and international oil prices closed broadly higher amid a wait-and-see mood. Brent crude for December delivery rose 1.3% to settle at $115.32 per barrel. West Texas Intermediate crude for December delivery on the New York Mercantile Exchange gained 2.9% to settle at $102.78 per barrel. 聯準會 holds rates steady; US stocks close higherhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631008https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631008Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:19:05 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe US 聯準會 kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged, while investors bet on a rate hike in December. All 3 major US stock indexes closed higher, with corporate earnings in focus. New Taipei councilor Liao Yi-kun transferred for questioning early morning over suspected vote-buying involving free knife sharpeninghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631007https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631007Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:11:03 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADemocratic Progressive Party New Taipei City Councilor Liao Yi-kun is suspected of organizing a “knife-sharpening team” to sharpen voters’ knives for free and hosting banquets from June to September, in an alleged vote-buying scheme. Investigators searched his constituency office and questioned dozens of witnesses. Liao was transferred to the 新北地檢署 for questioning early in the morning. The case is being investigated under the Public Officials Election and Recall Act. Fed holds rates steady before US midterm elections; Warsh denies political considerationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3630942https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3630942Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:57:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe US 聯邦準備理事會（Fed） decided to keep interest rates unchanged ahead of the midterm elections. Chair Warsh denied that political considerations influenced the decision and said inflation remained too high. The highest V Point reward rate; earn 110,000 points with tax payments counted [PR]https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631288https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631288Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900Japanm3.comAn explanation of the rewards rate and ongoing benefits of the 三井住友カード Visa Infinite. The base rewards rate is 1%, with additional rewards at eligible Reward Up stores. Tax payments also count, making it possible to earn up to 110,000 points (equivalent to ¥110,000). The “Complete Guide to Mastering the Common Test,” taught by a University of Tokyo graduatehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631287https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631287Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900Japanm3.comEducation specialist and University of Tokyo graduate Issei Nishioka, representative of カルペ・ディエム, explains how to master the Common Test. As the exam is difficult and is becoming increasingly important even for private medical schools, he offers advice to students preparing for entrance exams. Balancing home cooking and saving time! Doctors’ real-life choices of kitchen applianceshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631286https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631286Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900Japanm3.comPresents findings from a survey on how often busy doctors use cooking appliances. Cruises aren’t just long voyages. 三 days of extraordinary experiences at seahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631285https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-06/index-en-p2.html#n3631285Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900Japanm3.comAs interest in sea voyages grows, with luxury yachts from world-renowned hotel brands entering service, there is a wide range of cruise plans that can be enjoyed from 二 nights and 三 days. This article focuses on short cruises aboard Japan’s luxury cruise ship 飛鳥Ⅱ, introducing their appeal and notable itineraries.