Skyscanner Japan株式会社 analyzed airfare data for flights departing Japan during the 2025 Black Friday period and announced the top 10 cities with the biggest price drops last year. Vancouver (-31.3%), Miyakojima (-30.6%) and Orlando (-29.1%) ranked near the top. Experts recommend practicing “logitabi” by comparing options without rushing and keeping an open mind.
Traditional crafts from across Japan gather in Yokohama, Kanagawa, for “KOUGEI EXPO in KANAGAWA” next weekend (Nov. 7–9)
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一般財団法人伝統的工芸品産業振興協会 will hold “KOUGEI EXPO in KANAGAWA” at Pacifico Yokohama in Yokohama, Kanagawa, from November 7 to 9, 2026. The event is the 43rd National Convention of the Traditional Crafts Month National Conference, hosted by 経済産業省, and will feature exhibitions and hands-on events such as TEWAZA LIVE and CRAFT MARKET. A collaboration with 刀剣乱舞ONLINE is also planned.
[Broadcast begins Thursday, November 5] Notice of TV commercial for “e食住ちらし,” an electronic flyer service
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eBASE株式会社 announced that it will begin airing a 15-second commercial for its electronic flyer service “e食住ちらし” on November 5, 2026. As the first phase, 株式会社マキヤ will begin distributing printed flyers with QR codes at its “エスポット” stores. TV commercials will air in the Shizuoka area, while ads will run on TVer in the Kanagawa area.
[Post-event report] Minakami town staff hold practical training at “森のスターバックス”
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群馬県みなかみ町 held its first corporate-collaboration practical training for town office staff at “森のスターバックス,” based on a partnership agreement with Starbucks Coffee Japan Co., Ltd. The training aims to highlight the importance of forest management and water source conservation, provide a firsthand experience of hospitality, and foster town-wide sharing of challenges.
A blissful moment with the vibrant layers of autumn fruit. The “Apple and Pear Autumn Parfait” arrives in November!
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ANAクラウンプラザホテル秋田 will offer the “Apple and Pear Autumn Parfait” (1,500 yen) and “Apple and Autumn Harvest Afternoon Tea” (5,000 yen) for a limited time from November 1 to 30 at THE LOUNGE cafe and bar on the 1st floor.
Facts
Price: ¥1,500 (tax included)
Price: 5,000 yen (tax included)
15 courses
Available: November 1 (Sunday) to November 30 (Monday), 2026
203 guest rooms
Companies mentioned：ANAクラウンプラザホテル秋田、IHGホテルズ&リゾーツ、InterContinental Hotels Group PLC、ロンネフェルト社
Tax return app completed on smartphones announces 2nd “Specialized Mode” installment, adding options for sole proprietors in construction, food delivery workers and real estate owners
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株式会社タックスナップ will release the 2nd installment of “Specialized Mode” for its tax return app “TaxSnap,” designed for sole proprietors and people with side jobs, in mid-December 2026. It will cover 3 occupations: independent contractors in construction, food delivery couriers and real estate owners, with accounting support tailored to real-world conditions based on 国税庁 data.
Facts
3.861 million people whose primary income is business income
There are 1.482 million people with real estate income
It now supports more than 150 occupations
Raised a total of 1.3 billion yen in Series A funding
“Today, I’m in the mood for matcha.” A new product that hits the spot: “Today’s Mood: Matcha Roll,” launching November 1
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株式会社サンラヴィアン will launch “Today’s Mood: Matcha Roll,” a new product made with whipped cream containing domestic matcha and sponge cake made with milk, on November 1, 2026. It is priced at 502 yen (tax included).
Fines enters HR business in earnest, beginning a “second founding phase” as a comprehensive DX and HR support company backing small and midsize businesses through digital and in-person services, building on video DX
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株式会社ファインズ announced that it will ramp up its HR business starting September 2026 and transition to a structure that supports small and midsize businesses through digital and in-person services as a comprehensive DX and HR support company. This includes bringing 2 recruitment companies into the group and establishing a new company, 株式会社ヨクスル.
Facts
Original2026年6月期にM&Aにより進出したHR領域
Announced on September 29, 2026
Starting in September 2026
Since its founding in 2009
In January 2026, with 株式会社オルプラ, which specializes in recruiting essential workers in the mobility sector, and
Connections with more than 10,000 job seekers per month
Our company has a sales network with 7 locations nationwide
On October 6, 2026, the company established 株式会社ヨクスル, a new company focused on business areas such as job ad management and recruitment events
Capital: 10 million yen (100% funded by our company)
We have worked with more than 25,000 companies to date (as of the end of May 2026)
As of the end of May 2026
More than 12,000 companies have commissioned video production to date (as of the end of June 2025)
As of the end of June 2025
Employees: 294 (consolidated, as of the end of June 2026)
Report on physical AI research and development conducted with Godot and UCLA students
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株式会社Godot hosted 4 mechanical engineering students from UCLA and conducted a research and development project in the field of physical AI. Key achievements included designing and fitting a hand for the Unitree G1 and developing an original 4-wheel-drive autonomous mobile robot.
[New Product] ABOUT___TONE. (アバウトトーン) “Blending Glow Base” launches on Qoo10 on Nov. 1
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The new product “Blending Glow Base” from Korean cosmetics brand ABOUT___TONE. will be available for advance sale in a spout pouch format on Qoo10 on Nov. 1, 2026, with the full-size product launching on Nov. 20 of the same year.
A free online seminar, “Thorough Guide to Legal Revisions on Land and Buildings with Unknown Owners and Their Overview—Useful in Practice! Key Points for Filing Procedures and Streamlining Condominium Management,” will be held!
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弁護士法人TLEO虎ノ門法律経済事務所 will hold a free online seminar on Nov. 12, 2026, explaining legal revisions concerning land and buildings with unknown owners, filing procedures, and streamlining condominium management.
Facts
We have handled more than 10,000 real estate consultations to date
Under the revised Civil Code that took effect in April 2023
The revised Condominium Ownership Act is also set to take effect in April 2026
Zevero supports 名古屋グランパス with GHG emissions calculations and the development of reduction targets
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Zevero supported 名古屋グランパス with calculating greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and setting reduction targets. Total emissions for fiscal 2025 were 4,585.44 tCO₂e, with Scope 3 accounting for 93.27%. The club set targets to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 68% by 2035 and achieve net zero by 2050.
Facts
4,585.44 tCO₂e
93.27%
115.21 tCO₂e
193.44 tCO₂e
4,276.79 tCO₂e
7,816.84 tCO₂e
12,402.28 tCO₂e
Approximately 63%
12.75 kgCO₂e
82.86%
68% reduction
Companies mentioned：Zevero Pte. Ltd.、株式会社Zevero、Zevero、名古屋グランパス、株式会社名古屋グランパスエイト、トヨタ自動車株式会社、Jリーグ、環境省、SBTi(Science Based Targets initiative)
[Saginomiya, Nakano City] Construction begins on new commercial building “(tentative name) Coletas Saginomiya.” Concept: “Creating a local hub amid the quiet and everyday life of the neighborhood”
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株式会社トラスト・ファイブ is developing a new commercial building, “(tentative name) Coletas Saginomiya,” in Saginomiya, Nakano City. Construction began in August 2026, with completion scheduled for April 2027.
SPERRY and COLBO unveil a new icon: the new “Sirah Loafer,” combining the craftsmanship and aesthetics of both brands
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SPERRY and COLBO unveiled the new “Sirah Loafer” on October 29, 2026. The slip-on shoe combines the craftsmanship of both brands and is priced at 46,200 yen.
Facts
￥46,200
Oct. 29, 2026
1935
Companies mentioned：Hunter Japan株式会社、SPERRY、Colbo、ALDO Group、Authentic Brands Group
[池内自動車] Overhauling the image of auto body repair as “intimidating and unwelcoming”! Full launch of “Front Desk Training” to develop customer service professionals who connect customers with the workshop!
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株式会社イケウチ has fully launched “Front Desk Training,” a structured program to improve front desk staff’s customer service skills and dispel the auto body repair industry’s “intimidating and unwelcoming” image.
About 70% of wedding guests have struggled to choose what to wear underneath! How do priorities differ between men and women at weddings? A guide to choosing “invisible attire”
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グンゼ株式会社 surveyed 300 men and women about wedding attire and undergarments. The survey found that about 70% of those who had attended a wedding had struggled to choose undergarments, and that priorities differed between men and women. It also offers tips for choosing undergarments to wear with dresses and suits, advice for brides, and specific product recommendations.
Facts
Survey of 300 men and women
About 80% of women
About 60% of men
The top priority for women was “not showing through clothes or revealing lines,” at 39%
For men, “protection against sweat and stuffiness” and “a comfortable feel against the skin without feeling constrictive” tied for the top spot at 27% each
Torchlight’s Hayashi Takuma places 3rd in the men’s 100m at the 80th National Sports Festival, held October 15 (Thu.)–October 19 (Mon.), 2026!
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Hayashi Takuma, a member of 株式会社トーチライト, placed 3rd in the men’s 100m at the 80th National Sports Festival, held in Aomori City from October 15 to 19, 2026.
Facts
Finished in 3rd place
10"48（+0.5）
10"34（+1.3）
10"37（-0.7）
Original39”93（2走）
Original43”49（2走）
Established October 2008
Companies mentioned：株式会社トーチライト、カクヒログループ、株式会社Hakuhodo DY ONE
[BIOHEAL BOH] From Korea: The long-awaited firming cleansing oil and rich bubble serum join the “3D Lifting Line” of “firming” skincare! Launching Sunday, Nov. 1
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South Korean skincare brand BIOHEAL BOH will launch 2 new products—a cleansing oil and a bubble serum—on Nov. 1. The products will be marketed by CJ Olive Young Japan株式会社.
Facts
Set for release on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026.
150mL
¥2,200 (tax included)
110mL
¥2,750 (tax included)
Conducted research over approximately 1 year and 3 months.
Won out against competition at 66.6 times the level.
Expanding to more than 1,300 stores.
Companies mentioned：CJ Olive Young Japan株式会社、BIOHEAL BOH、OLIVE YOUNG、Amazon、ZOZOTOWN、Qoo10、楽天
Japanese VR mystery adventure game Tokyo Chronos set to launch as a title for XREAL AURA XR glasses
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MyDearest株式会社 announced that the VR mystery adventure game Tokyo Chronos will be released on Google Play in mid-November for XREAL's XREAL AURA XR glasses. It supports hand tracking and is priced at 1,990 yen (tax included).
Facts
Scheduled to launch in mid-November.
The glasses weigh 91g.
Price: 1,990 yen (tax included)
$19.99 (tax included)
The game has surpassed 3 million players worldwide
オプティマインド launches a “Joint Transportation Digital Package” to support everything from estimating the benefits of joint transportation to daily operations
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株式会社オプティマインド has launched the “Joint Transportation Digital Package,” a system-based solution to support joint transportation. The package comprises 6 functions, including data standardization and a neutral data platform, and provides technical support for the adoption and operation of joint transportation, which is attracting attention as a response to the 2026 issue and the amended Logistics Efficiency Act.
Facts
6 functions
The 2024 problem
April 2026
Companies mentioned：株式会社オプティマインド、オプティマインド、OPTIMIND Inc.
“PARK&PLAY” to be held at the West Garden of Machida Yakushiike Park Shikisai-no-Mori
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PATCH&PLAY, an embroidery and repair shop operated by 株式会社STORY&Co., is partnering on an initiative hosted by 町田薬師池公園四季彩の杜グループ. From Nov. 4 to Dec. 25, 2026, it will sell patches and offer embroidery and repair services at the park’s West Garden.
ABeam Consulting supports 住友生命 in quantifying and disclosing its “Well-being Co-Created Value”
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ABeam Consulting supported 住友生命保険相互会社 in building a model to quantify and visualize its “Well-being Co-Created Value” and in disclosing the results externally. The value was announced by 住友生命 on Oct. 22. Targeting approximately 1.6 million members of its health promotion program “Vitality,” 住友生命 estimated an annual social value of approximately ¥410 billion.
[Co-hosted by Google社] CyberACE × Google: “Master LPs, master AI Max.” — An agency with one of the highest AI Max adoption rates reveals the traits of high-performing accounts and how to create “LPs that get chosen”
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株式会社CyberACE will hold a seminar titled “Master LPs, master AI Max” with Google社 on Nov. 13, 2026. As an agency with one of the highest AI Max adoption rates, it will explain the traits of high-performing accounts and how to create LPs that get chosen.
Cafe24 PRO supports the D2C expansion of LORE, a cosmetics brand making use of the underutilized resource tea seeds, with a wide range of services from EC site development to operations
“Bikkuriman AI Goods Maker” seasonal second release adds 2 newly illustrated Christmas-design characters
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アル株式会社 and ロッテ will add 2 Christmas-exclusive character designs to the generative AI service “Bikkuriman AI Goods Maker,” with the designs available from Nov. 2, 2026.
Facts
Available from Monday, Nov. 2, 2026.
Available for a limited time through Friday, Dec. 25, 2026.
燈株式会社 will open an Osaka branch in Chuo Ward, Osaka, on Nov. 1, 2026. Five years after its founding, the company has reached a valuation of ¥100 billion. As its first base in the Kansai region, the branch will strengthen the company’s DX solutions and AI SaaS offerings, and the company is recruiting founding team members.
システムエグゼ releases case study on the use of RAG generative AI and AI-OCR in the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare’s information disclosure operations
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株式会社システムエグゼ has released a case study on the use of RAG generative AI and AI-OCR in the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare’s information disclosure operations.
AI context platform “Jitera” launches “Agent Function Controls and Confidentiality Classification Settings” to strengthen corporate AI governance
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株式会社Jitera has launched new features for its AI context platform “Jitera” to strengthen corporate AI governance: “agent function controls by organization and team” and “confidentiality classification settings by organization.”
AI image analysis-based “Parking Exit Time Display Service” installed at Grandberry Park
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Marubeni Network Solutions has installed an AI image analysis-based parking exit time display service in the multistory parking garage at Grandberry Park to ease congestion and improve convenience.
Ongoing support for children, funded in part by purchases of eco-mark-certified containers from ほっともっと. Approximately 11,000 plastic containers that can be collected and recycled without washing will be donated to 32 organizations, including children’s cafeterias in the greater Tokyo area, Fukuoka Prefecture and Oita Prefecture
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ネッスー株式会社 and プレナス have launched a project to donate “Re-Repack,” a container that can be recycled without washing, to children’s cafeterias, using funds from purchases of eco-mark-certified containers from ほっともっと. In fiscal 2026 Phase I, 11,100 containers were donated to 32 organizations; in Phase II, donations totaling 12,600 containers, including additional units, began.
Facts
To 32 organizations
Donated 11,100 containers
Sequential donations of 12,600 containers have begun
Aims to donate approximately 30,000 containers in total
There are 12,602 children’s cafeterias nationwide
Average attendance is 67.1 people
84.7% of organizations feel the effects of rising prices
37.3% of children’s cafeterias offer takeout meals
Jointly developed a “wooden hybrid soundproofing panel” to create a quiet wooden space
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株式会社奥村組 and 帝人株式会社 jointly developed a "wooden hybrid sound-insulation panel" with high sound-insulation performance for wooden buildings. Tests using a full-scale specimen confirmed a 22 dB (4-rank) improvement in the ability to block heavy floor-impact noise when a dry double floor is installed.
"Mars Whisky Malt Duo Tsunuki × KANOSUKE" to go on sale in late November
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Hombo Shuzo will launch "Mars Whisky Malt Duo Tsunuki × KANOSUKE," a blended malt whisky made by vatting malt whiskies exchanged between Mars Tsunuki Distillery and Komasa Jyozo's Kanosuke Distillery, in late November 2026.
"Buzzriba TV" expands distribution of popular Korean short-drama series "MilkFilm" to 10 domestic VOD services, including Prime Video and FOD
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株式会社テクノブラッド has begun distributing 3 Korean short-drama series from "MilkFilm," currently available on its video-streaming service for internet cafes, "Buzzriba TV," to 10 domestic VOD services, including Prime Video, Lemino and FOD.
Facts
10 domestic VOD services
Each episode is approximately 5–10 minutes long
"Rental Girlfriend" (12 episodes total)
"Are You Here for a Cleaning Request?" (14 episodes total)
"That Younger Girl Is a Soldier" (4 episodes total)
189 authorized stores nationwide
Approximately 4,000 titles (including titles scheduled for distribution)
Pay-as-you-go pricing of ¥40–50 per 1 hour
Companies mentioned：株式会社テクノブラッド、Prime Video、Lemino、FOD、ひかりTV、ビデックス、ビデオマーケット、カンテレドーガ、music.jp、WATCHA、MOVIE Full +
ダンデライオン・チョコレート・ジャパン株式会社 will launch its "Christmas Collection 2026" at 4 domestic stores and online starting November 1, 2026. The collection includes a newly packaged stollen (¥3,200), 3 limited-edition sweets in ornament-shaped packaging (¥1,800 each), and cafe-exclusive menu items.
Facts
2026
Nov. 1
4 locations in Japan
3,200 yen
1,800 yen
1,200 yen
1,100 yen
950 yen
70% cacao
2010
2016
Companies mentioned：DANDELION CHOCOLATE CHRISTMAS COLLECTION 2026、ダンデライオン・チョコレート・ジャパン株式会社、Dandelion Chocolate Japan 株式会社、H₂O CHOCOLATE®︎、サンフランシスコ本店
Participating in IXC's "Tokyo Jazz Club 2026" in November 2026
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株式会社カッシーナ・イクスシー will participate in the art event "Tokyo Jazz Club 2026," held in Kanda Nishikicho from November 1 to 8, 2026, and exhibit "OZU," a lounge chair designed by Vico Magistretti.
Nearly 60% said they had "not discussed at all" what to do with their parents' home; the No. 1 reason they could not discuss future management with their parents was "They are still healthy, so it doesn't feel real, and I've put it off" | Nexwill survey on winding up parents' homes
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A survey by 株式会社ネクスウィル found that nearly 60% of respondents had not discussed the future of their parents' home in a rural area with them. The survey revealed a tendency to put off discussions despite concerns about the growing number of vacant homes and the burden of maintaining them.
Taiwan stocks finish down 667 points, fall below quarterly moving average; 聯電 hits limit down
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan stocks fell 667.25 points to close at 46,368.33, slipping below the quarterly moving average. 聯電 hit limit down, while heavyweight electronics stocks including 台積電, 聯發科 and 鴻海 also fell.
Facts
Down 667.25 points
Closed at 46,368.33
Down 1.42%
The index fell to an intraday low of 46,055.07
Plunged more than 980 points
The quarterly moving average is about 46,505 points
Spain high-speed train collision kills at least 68; representative office has received no reports of Taiwanese casualties
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
At least 68 people were killed in a high-speed train collision in Spain on the 28th. The representative office has not received reports of Taiwanese casualties.
柯志恩 gives 陳其邁 a score of 87; 陳其邁 says residents should do the grading
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
KMT Kaohsiung mayoral candidate 柯志恩 gave incumbent mayor 陳其邁 a score of 87 in a program interview, praising his diligence and dedication. 陳其邁 responded that the most important measure is the score residents give through their ballots, and noted that elections have many variables, like baseball games.
Tainan City Government signs memorandum with industry and academia to deepen sustainable management of Zhuxi
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
台南市政府 signed a memorandum with 和潤企業, 台灣濕地保護聯盟, National University of Tainan and 綠波國際環境設計公司 to promote ecological surveys, habitat conservation and environmental education at Zhuxi, deepening sustainable river management.
Facts
Can treat more than 20,000 metric tons of wastewater a day
陳冲 fights fiercely in “金鳳娜,” hoisting a heavy Bible to smash 喜翔
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The thriller “消失的金鳳娜,” starring award-winning actress 陳冲, features intense action scenes with 陽靚 and 喜翔, including her lifting a heavy Bible and smashing it into the other person's head.
Chinese brand “山下有松” mistaken by online users for a Japanese brand; company says it will sue
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Chinese designer brand “山下有松” was mistaken for a Japanese brand because of its name and faced malicious online attacks. The company issued a statement clarifying that it is an original Chinese brand, saying it has preserved evidence of infringing content and will pursue legal action.
Cabinet: Amendments to Senior Citizens Welfare Act may leave vulnerable older people out; response to be lawful and constitutional
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Executive Yuan confirmed that it had received the amendments to Article 22 of the Senior Citizens Welfare Act passed in its third reading by the Legislative Yuan. It said deleting provisions on assistance for vulnerable older people could leave 66,000 seniors without support, and is considering a lawful and constitutional response.
2027 Asia-Pacific Band Festival to be held in Chiayi City alongside international band festival
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 2027 Asia-Pacific Band Festival will be held in Chiayi City, alongside the Chiayi City International Band Festival in a joint celebration. 葉樹涵, honorary chair of the 亞太管樂指導者協會, delivered an agreement to Chiayi Mayor 黃敏惠 confirming the arrangement.
Facts
Agreement for the 2027 Asia-Pacific band event
more than 30 years
Participating since 1996
The 2026 Chiayi City International Band Festival will run from Dec. 18 to Jan. 1, 2027
Spain high-speed train crash draws attention; 台灣高鐵 and 台鐵 have safeguards in place
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A collision involving high-speed trains in Spain has drawn attention. 台灣高鐵 and 台鐵 outlined their fail-safe design, ATC automatic control system and signal protection measures, stressing that a similar incident would not occur.
The 2026 Kaohsiung International Steel and Sculpture Festival runs at 駁二藝術特區 through Nov. 22. A highlight is metal flowers woven from metal mesh by 85-year-old artist 林洪玉秀, expressing her life experiences. The exhibition, organized by 高雄市文化局, has the theme “SUPER STAGE” and extends into the Yancheng district.
Facts
2026 Kaohsiung International Steel and Sculpture Festival
Flower pots at Miaoli county council candidate's headquarters damaged; police arrest man and investigate motive
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Congratulatory potted plants outside the campaign headquarters of a Miaoli County council candidate were smashed by an unidentified person. Police formed a task force and arrested a man surnamed Chen, referring him for prosecution on suspicion of property damage and intimidation. The motive is under investigation.
Ko Wen-je said Taipei’s blue-green political base could not be changed overnight, and said the truly vulnerable areas were New Taipei and Yilan. He also criticized the election campaign for failing to discuss substantive issues, and said municipal construction needed continuity.
Japan-Germany summit focuses on peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait; Foreign Ministry says it reflects international consensus
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Japan-Germany summit statement reaffirmed the importance of maintaining peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait. Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung welcomed the statement, saying it reflected international consensus.
Lai Ching-te urges caution over election prospects; 民進黨 has no reason to be optimistic
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
President Lai Ching-te and 民進黨 caucus secretary-general Chuang Jui-hsiung urged party members to be cautious about the election outlook in Taipei, stressing that there was no reason to be optimistic before votes were counted and reminding supporters not to mock their opponents.
Actor Hao Hao-chen embraces a post-marriage “less is more” lifestyle to save money; still losing money on stock investments despite learning about finance
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
After getting married, actor Hao Hao-chen and his wife, Wu Pin-chieh, adopted a “less is more” lifestyle, giving away or donating the hundreds of pairs of sneakers he had collected to declutter. He now owns fewer than 20 pairs. He admitted that at his peak he earned NT$400,000 a month but lacked financial savvy. He began investing in stocks after getting married and is still losing money, but hopes to buy a home and plans to honeymoon in the Maldives next year.
Saint Lucia prime minister hopes to deepen cooperation with Taiwan, expand scholarship program
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Saint Lucia Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre led a delegation to Taiwan and met with President Lai Ching-te. Both sides hope to deepen cooperation, including expanding the scholarship program and building a new arts and cultural center. Lai thanked Pierre for supporting Taiwan’s bid for UN membership and said 外貿協會 would visit Saint Lucia to hold a trade exhibition.
Facts
Leading a delegation to Taiwan for the 4th time
More than 70 Saint Lucian companies
The 19th Taiwan-Saint Lucia Partnership Trade Exhibition
Diplomatic ties maintained uninterrupted for 19 years
South Korean military: North Korea fires about 12 short-range ballistic missiles
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
South Korea’s military said North Korea fired about 12 short-range ballistic missiles toward the East Sea from the Wonsan area at around 12:30 p.m. today. It is further analyzing the data and has stepped up its readiness.
Spain high-speed train collision kills 68; key recording from 5 minutes before crash released
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The high-speed train collision in Spain killed 68. Media reports revealed that dispatchers instructed the following AVE train to continue as normal even after the train ahead, IRYO, reported that it had stopped and could not restart. They did not issue a timely warning or order the train to slow down, in what has been described as a key operational error.
Cross-border haze hits Malaysia’s manufacturing sector, with social welfare losses estimated at NT$64 billion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A study commissioned by 馬來西亞製造商聯合會 found that cross-border haze from July to October this year caused social welfare losses of 8 billion ringgit (about NT$64 billion). More than 2/3 of members’ operating sites were affected, with 26% experiencing moderate or serious impacts.
Finance Ministry: Share of dependents aged over 70 surges 8.2 percentage points in 10 years
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A report released by 財政部’s Department of Statistics said Taiwan’s individual income tax revenue reached a record NT$873.7 billion last year. An aging population has driven the share of dependents aged over 70 up 8.2 percentage points in nearly 10 years to 27%. Claims for the long-term care special deduction also climbed to NT$51.8 billion, showing that family caregiving measures will be central to future tax policy.
Facts
Reached a record NT$873.7 billion last year
Surged 8.2 percentage points in nearly 10 years
Last year, individual income tax accounted for 23.1% of Taiwan’s total tax revenue
In Year 113, accounted for 45.3% of all tax returns
A total of 3.17 million tax filers were not required to pay taxes
Original前20%所得者囊括6成所得總額
Accounted for 97% of the tax burden
Effective tax rate fell to a record low of 4.2%
Of the NT$295.4 billion in itemized deductions
In Year 113, reached highs of 400,000 households and NT$51.8 billion, respectively
In Year 113, single tax filers reached a peak share of 57.4%
Share of dependents aged over 70 rose to 27%
Securities transaction tax revenue surged 1.6 times
Nationwide tax revenue rose NT$700 billion year over year in the first 9 months
Changhua prosecutors raid 彰化縣議會; several employees questioned as case remains under investigation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
彰化地檢署 agents and Investigation Bureau personnel raided 彰化縣議會 this morning and questioned several employees as the case remains under investigation. Council Speaker Hsieh Tien-lin is being investigated over a banquet-related case.
樂天桃猿 manager Tseng Hao-chu leads team to Japan for 東北樂天金鷲 fall training
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
樂天桃猿 manager Tseng Hao-chu led the coaching staff and 4 players to Sendai, Japan, for 東北樂天金鷲 team fall training through Nov. 5 to deepen technical exchanges and observation. Ma Chieh-sen will return to Taiwan early after receiving an award.
Chinese navy crosses first island chain; scholar says carrier serves as decoy, surface ships are the main force
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Scholars Lin Ying-yu and Shu Hsiao-huang analyzed the Chinese navy’s Liaoning carrier group exercises across the first island chain, saying its tactics resembled the World War II Battle of Leyte Gulf, with the carrier acting as a decoy and Type 055 destroyers serving as the main force. They said the drills carried political and military significance, including responding to U.S.-Japan exercises and developing the ability to form carrier strike groups.
Brewers win first World Series title, ending 44-year wait and making up for 1982 heartbreak
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 密爾瓦基釀酒人 beat the 坦帕灣光芒 4-1 in Game 5 of the World Series to claim the first championship in franchise history with a 4-1 series victory, ending a 44-year wait and making up for the disappointment of 1982.
PHP impact: Nearly 800 agency systems patched, 22 websites shut down
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A major security vulnerability was found in PHP. The Ministry of Digital Affairs' Administration for Cyber Security said that, as of yesterday, nearly 800 government websites or systems had been affected. Patches have been completed for 460, while 22 websites, mostly operated by local governments or academic institutions, were temporarily shut down because they were outdated.
Lu Hsiu-yen: Chiang Wan-an's illness worsened after inspecting disaster sites while sick; reminded 江啟臣 to wear an extra jacket
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taichung Mayor Lu Hsiu-yen said Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an's illness worsened after he inspected disaster sites while sick, and agreed with the decision to cancel his schedule. She also reminded Kuomintang Taichung mayoral candidate 江啟臣 to put on an extra jacket.
Facts
Commanded from the front while sick for 3 or 4 consecutive days
Pakistan briefly closed its airspace to Taiwan; Executive Yuan says it is regrettable to politicize airspace
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Pakistan briefly refused to allow Taiwanese airlines to enter or leave its airspace, citing the “one-China policy,” but later restored clearance for 中華航空 and 長榮航空 to use its airspace. Executive Yuan spokesperson 李慧芝 expressed deep regret and accused Pakistan of following China's lead and politicizing airspace. The Ministry of Transportation and Communications has maintained contact with the airlines and offered assistance.
US and Israel ban products from 3 Chinese companies, including 華大基因, over alleged forced labor in Xinjiang
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The United States has banned imports of products from 3 Chinese companies—華大基因, 華大智造 and 深圳華大基因科技—over alleged forced labor in Xinjiang, and added them to its Entity List.
Facts
190 companies
Companies mentioned：中央社、華大基因、華大智造、深圳華大基因科技、華大集團、BGI Genomics Co Ltd、MGI Tech Co Ltd、Shenzhen BGI Technology Co Ltd、BGI Group
TTXC Culture and Technology Conference draws nearly 1 million visitors over 19 days
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 2026 TTXC Taiwan Culture and Technology Conference was held in Kaohsiung and drew 987,000 visitors over its 19-day run. Across 4 editions, TTXC has attracted a total of 4 million visitors, spurred NT$700 million in industry investment and generated NT$1.2 billion in business opportunities.
Facts
Drew 987,000 visitors
During the 19-day exhibition from Oct. 8 to 26
More than 25,000 visits
A total of 7 countries this year
22 global resource partners
16 domestic proposal teams
A cumulative total of 4 million visits
Spurred NT$700 million in industry investment
Generated NT$1.2 billion in business opportunities
The U.S. Department of Justice has opened an antitrust investigation into 輝達's US$12.93 billion acquisition of Hugging Face, assessing its impact on competition in the AI sector. 輝達's business practices are also continuing to draw scrutiny from regulators.
昆桐 enters low-Earth orbit satellite supply chain; shares more than double on emerging-stock debut
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
昆桐科技 has entered the low-Earth orbit satellite supply chain, and its shares more than doubled on its emerging-stock debut. Benefiting from global LEO deployment demand, low-Earth orbit satellite revenue accounted for 67% in the first 3 quarters. The company plans to expand production at dual bases in Taiwan and Thailand.
Facts
Reference price of NT$390 per share
Surged to NT$799 intraday
Low Earth orbit satellites account for 67%
High-end bicycle components accounted for 24%
AI server cooling accounted for 6%
The Americas: 56.4%
Asia: 43.4%
Added the Sheng'an plant in Taiwan, covering 1,700 ping
Precision industrial park in Thailand covers 8,300 ping
US$25 billion in 2025
US$457 billion in 2035
Compound annual growth rate (CAGR) as high as 33.7%
陳瑩 invites 饒慶鈴 and 張基義 to a discussion on succeeding her in Taitung; 吳秀華 releases campaign image video
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Kuomintang Taitung County magistrate candidate 吳秀華 released an image video titled “Taitung Unlimited,” expressing her hopes for the county's future. DPP candidate 陳瑩 invited incumbent County Magistrate 饒慶鈴, former Taitung Deputy County Magistrate 張基義 and youth representatives to a discussion on how to build on past achievements and keep Taitung moving forward.
5G network tested across entire high-speed rail line; Consumers' Foundation says signal coverage needs improvement
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Consumers' Foundation tested the 5G network across the entire high-speed rail line and found that all 3 telecom operators had insufficient signal coverage, signal degradation in tunnels and on certain sections, and connection-stability issues. It recommended additional measures to improve service quality.
謝國樑 launches campaign headquarters, touts 12 infrastructure achievements in bid for reelection
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Keelung Mayor 謝國樑, who is seeking reelection, established his campaign headquarters at the 國民黨 Keelung City party office. He cited achievements under the “謝國樑 12 Projects” initiative, including the start of metro construction and sidewalk leveling, and said he was leading in the race.
Facts
Give him another 4 years
More than 300 green zebra crossings were designated
Original新台幣280餘億元的機電標案
30 electric buses will begin serving residents by the end of the year
Seibu Lions' 林安可 takes a positive view of his first season in Japan, continues to work on plate discipline
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwanese position player 林安可 has completed his first season in Japan. Although knee injuries and being hit by his own batted balls forced him to end the season early, he views the experience positively and plans to improve his plate discipline and swing path next year.
The New Taiwan dollar plunged 1.15 jiao at midday, provisionally closing at 32.533
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The New Taiwan dollar provisionally closed at 32.533 against the U.S. dollar at midday in the Taipei foreign-exchange market, plunging 1.15 jiao, with trading volume reaching US$1.213 billion.
President Lai: Taiwan and Saint Lucia open new chapter in military exchanges, jointly promote regional peace and prosperity
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
President Lai Ching-te welcomed Saint Lucia Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre and his wife with military honors during their visit to Taiwan. The two sides opened a new chapter in military exchanges and deepened cooperation in education, health care and other fields, with the hope of promoting regional peace and prosperity.
Kaohsiung woman’s unsorted umbrella rejected; she shoved and injured sanitation worker, sentenced to 45 days’ detention
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A woman surnamed Chen Lin in Kaohsiung was refused by a sanitation worker after failing to sort an umbrella before throwing it away. She then shoved and injured the worker. The 高雄地院 sentenced her to 45 days’ detention for assault, with the option of a fine in lieu.
Facts
Returned the umbrella 3 times in a row
Ignored warnings and threw the umbrella into the garbage truck 4 times
In the men’s singles first round of the BWF German Hylo Open, Taiwan’s Qi You-ren defeated India’s Mannepalli 21-15, 21-19 to advance to the Round of 16. Teammate Su Li-yang was eliminated after losing to Denmark’s Kimich.
U.S. 國土安全部 hit by cyberattack; personal data of more than 41,000 employees leaked
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The nonprofit 分散式阻斷服務 published the personal data of more than 41,000 employees of the U.S. 國土安全部, including personnel from the 移民暨海關執法局 and several other agencies.
South Korean military: North Korea launches unidentified flying object
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
South Korea’s military said North Korea launched an unidentified flying object toward the East Sea today. The move appeared to be a show of force in response to South Korea’s recent successful test launch of a hypersonic missile.
Facts
Original（中央社首爾29日綜合外電報導）
North Korea launched from the Pyongyang area on the 12th of this month
No clear majority in Israeli election; Netanyahu still holds advantage
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Israeli election results show that neither Netanyahu’s camp nor Eisenkot’s camp won a majority. Netanyahu’s camp leads in seats, but its total fell sharply. Turnout hit a record high, and whether it forms an alliance with Arab parties will be key to forming a government.
Japan and U.S. to strengthen deterrence capabilities, jointly produce air-to-air missiles in Japan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Japanese and U.S. defense chiefs met in Cebu, Philippines, and agreed to establish a joint production facility in Japan for AIM-120 Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missiles, strengthening the alliance’s deterrence capabilities and addressing regional security challenges.
Facts
On the evening of the 28th
Reported by multiple foreign news agencies on the 29th
警政署 delegation attends IACP annual conference in U.S. to deepen international cooperation, calls for Taiwan’s inclusion in 國際刑警組織
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
警政署 Deputy Director-General Liao Hsun-cheng led a delegation to the 2026 annual conference of the 國際警察首長協會 (IACP), where it exchanged experience in fighting crime with the U.S., the Netherlands, Australia and other countries. As Taiwan continues to be excluded from 國際刑警組織, Liao called for Taiwan’s inclusion to strengthen the global security network. The team also visited the 美國國土安全調查署 (HSI) to deepen Taiwan-U.S. cooperation on mutual assistance in criminal justice.
Facts
2026 國際警察首長協會
The annual conference concluded on the 27th
國際刑警組織 (INTERPOL) General Assembly, Nov. 30 to Dec. 3
ASEAN defense ministers’ meeting opens; China sends military attaché in the Philippines
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 13th ASEAN Defense Ministers’ Meeting-Plus opened in Cebu, Philippines. China did not send Defense Minister Dong Jun, instead appointing its military attaché in the Philippines, Yang Lei, as its representative. Philippine Defense Secretary Teodoro called for respect for international law and urged against military intimidation.
Wu Shu-chin: Songshan Airport is a vital transport link for island residents seeking medical care and returning home; opposes relocation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Democratic Progressive Party Penghu County magistrate candidate Wu Shu-chin opposes relocating Songshan Airport, saying it is a vital transport link for island residents seeking medical care and returning home, as well as key to national defense. Legislators Chen Pei-yu, Lin Chu-yin and Wang Cheng-hsu joined her at a news conference at the Legislative Yuan, saying relocation would affect medical evacuation efficiency and 空勤總隊 rescue operations.
Facts
Ideally, complete within 120 minutes
About 1.9 million brain cells die
The mortality rate increases by 1% to 2%
More than 300 emergency medical evacuations are needed from outlying islands each year
Songshan Airport dispatched aircraft on 89 sorties in 2025
As of the end of October this year, 61 sorties had been dispatched
More than 300 emergency medical evacuations from outlying islands in 2025
Songshan Airport handled more than 5.62 million passengers in 2025
Domestic flights accounted for 2.6 million passengers
考試院 relaxes rank requirements for junior high school personnel and accounting directors, helping recruit talent
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
考試院 approved changes to the rank standards for junior high school personnel and accounting office directors, lowering the applicable enrollment threshold from 70 classes to 50. The changes are expected to take effect on Jan. 1 next year to meet school needs and help schools recruit talent.
Chen Pei-chi runs into KMT candidate while campaigning in Penghu; Chen Chen-chung hopes to foster a Blue-White alliance
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Chen Pei-chi, wife of former 民眾黨 chairman Ko Wen-je, traveled to Penghu to campaign for council candidate Chuang Kuo-hui, where she ran into 國民黨 county magistrate candidate Chen Chen-chung and others. They canvassed together. Chen Chen-chung said he hoped to foster a Blue-White alliance and give 民眾黨 an opportunity to serve in Penghu.