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<title>AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-29 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 5 of 8</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html</link><description>One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 469 items from 6 sources; Taiwan, 290 items from 10 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.</description><language>en</language>
<item><title>October 30 is “Food Loss Reduction Day.” The pitfalls of bulk buying amid rising prices: Around 40% say they have experienced throwing away food they had “frozen for the time being”—a look at the reality of the problem &lt;Survey on household cooking practices ahead of fall and winter&gt;</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635784</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635784</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:00:02 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001257.000024101.html">PR TIMES</source><description>A survey conducted by パナソニック株式会社 found that as bulk buying to cope with rising prices and “freezing for the time being” become more common, around 40% of households have experienced “frozen food loss,” with food being discarded because of concerns about its quality.</description></item>
<item><title>“BS10” announces its lineup of free movies for November!</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635783</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635783</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:00:02 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001313.000008010.html">PR TIMES</source><description>BS10, a broadcasting station operated by 株式会社ジャパネットブロードキャスティング, announced its lineup of free movies for November. The schedule features 9 films, including “Her Love Boils Bathwater” and “The Big Boss,” alongside a commentary program with Hiroshi Tachi and LiLiCo.</description></item>
<item><title>New event in Suikoden STAR LEAP! The little-known battle between Flame General Allen and the shinobi, including Kasumi, over their respective codes of honor begins!</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635782</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635782</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:00:02 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001525.000050711.html">PR TIMES</source><description>株式会社コナミデジタルエンタテインメント will release a new RPG event, “Two Paths of Justice, the Scarlet Moon and the Shinobi,” in the iOS/Android RPG Suikoden STAR LEAP starting October 29. It will also run a launch support campaign in conjunction with livestreams by streamers, giving away 1,500 Fantasy Stones.</description></item>
<item><title>ニューヨーカー L-size shop staff picks: 6 jacket styles to wear now</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635781</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635781</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:00:02 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001641.000003270.html">PR TIMES</source><description>株式会社ダイドーフォワード has published “SHOP STAFF SELECT Jacket,” a feature showcasing 6 L-size jacket styles selected by shop staff on its online store.</description></item>
<item><title>ほっともっと offers value set meals exclusively on 出前館; 出前館 launches its “Halloween Campaign”</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635780</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635780</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:00:02 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001713.000054093.html">PR TIMES</source><description>株式会社プレナス, operator of the takeout bento chain ほっともっと, will run a Halloween campaign exclusively on 出前館 from October 30 to November 3. During the campaign, it will offer Halloween set meals and hold a drawing for discount coupons for customers who place orders and people who follow its social media accounts.</description></item>
<item><title>WiFi 8 gaming router “ROG Rapture GT-BN98” to launch on Amazon on October 30, 2026</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635779</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635779</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:00:02 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001814.000017808.html">PR TIMES</source><description>ASUS JAPAN株式会社 announced that it will launch the “ROG Rapture GT-BN98,” a gaming router supporting the next-generation WiFi 8 wireless standard, on Amazon on October 30, 2026.</description></item>
<item><title>森トラストホテルズ publishes “A Journey to Renowned Hot Springs” feature</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635778</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635778</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:00:02 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001908.000006521.html">PR TIMES</source><description>森トラストホテルズ has published its “A Journey to Renowned Hot Springs” feature on its official website, introducing the hot spring offerings at its hotels around the country and suggesting trips for fall and winter.</description></item>
<item><title>Halloween Party! Enjoy horror pachinko and pachislot! “777LIVE Vol.72” livestreams from 20:00 on Friday, Oct. 30</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635777</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635777</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:00:02 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002010.000002703.html">PR TIMES</source><description>株式会社サミーネットワークス will livestream “777LIVE Vol.72” from 20:00 on Oct. 30, welcoming STARDOM wrestler 鈴季すず as a guest to enjoy horror pachinko and pachislot.</description></item>
<item><title>【HIROFU】A new casual bag to gently complement everyday life, “PISOLINO（ピゾリーノ）,” arrives</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635776</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635776</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:00:02 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002208.000002439.html">PR TIMES</source><description>The women’s bag brand “HIROFU,” operated by 株式会社ヒロフ, part of ワールドグループ, will launch its new “PISOLINO（ピゾリーノ）” bag series on Oct. 30 as part of its 2026 fall/winter collection.</description></item>
<item><title>【Tomamu】Toast on a snow-covered pair lift chair after your last run! “Tomamu de Après-Ski,” an après-ski event to savor the atmosphere of the slopes, will be held</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635775</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635775</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:00:02 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002374.000033064.html">PR TIMES</source><description>星野リゾート トマム will hold the après-ski event “トマムdeアプレスキー” at the ski-in/ski-out village “ホタルストリート” from Dec. 26, 2026, through Apr. 4, 2027. Highlights include a pair lift chair remade from an actual lift, special drinks from 8 restaurants, and the introduction of an illuminated sledding course.</description></item>
<item><title>“セブンナイツ Re:BIRTH” kicks off its 1.5th-anniversary Re:BIRTH Day eve celebration! New character “[伝説] ジューダス” arrives, alongside awakened “[希少] リー”</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635774</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635774</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:00:02 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002652.000007736.html">PR TIMES</source><description>Netmarble has released the latest update for the RPG “セブンナイツ Re:BIRTH.” The update adds the new character “[伝説] ジューダス” and awakened character “[希少] リー,” overhauls the arena, and includes 1.5th-anniversary events, including the distribution of 15,000 Rubies.</description></item>
<item><title>【セント レジス ホテル 大阪】The aesthetics of celebration, passed down through time. A festive season 2026 to lift the spirits</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635773</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635773</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:00:02 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002927.000011305.html">PR TIMES</source><description>セント レジス ホテル 大阪 will hold a festive promotion titled “Gift of Celebration” in December 2026, offering Christmas-only menus at ラ ベデュータ, RÉGINE, 和城, and セントレジスバー.</description></item>
<item><title>【There’s still time to attend!】Lessons in the art of nurturing from 風姿花伝 and psychotherapy, and the 青木家’s ongoing efforts to pass on tradition: The 23rd 一樹会, held Nov. 3 at 観世能楽堂</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635772</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635772</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:00:02 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003998.000013972.html">PR TIMES</source><description>The 青木家 will host the 23rd 一樹会 at 観世能楽堂 on Nov. 3, 2026, featuring 青木響平, who will take on his first shite role at age 8, as well as commentary by a clinical psychologist. Tickets are on sale through カンフェティ, operated by ロングランプランニング株式会社.</description></item>
<item><title>Gallop treats ウエストランド井口 to a day out in Osaka! The 3rd episode of “エビデンス・ポリス ウォーカープラスTV” airs Oct. 30 (Friday) from 24:30</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635771</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635771</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:00:02 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000020489.000007006.html">PR TIMES</source><description>株式会社KADOKAWA announced that the 3rd episode of the information and variety show “エビデンス・ポリス ウォーカープラスTV” will air late at night on Oct. 30, 2026, on テレビ埼玉. The episode will feature 井口浩之 of ウエストランド and 林健 and 毛利大亮 of ギャロップ, with an on-location visit to a hot spring facility in Osaka and talk segments.</description></item>
<item><title>Golf features get even better! “HUAWEI WATCH GT 7 Pro” and “HUAWEI WATCH GT 7,” with ski performance analysis and the new “Body Status” feature, launch today, Oct. 29 (Thursday)</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635655</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635655</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:59:55 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000642.000024671.html">PR TIMES</source><description>華為技術日本株式会社 will launch the sports watches “HUAWEI WATCH GT 7 Pro” and “HUAWEI WATCH GT 7” on Oct. 29, 2026. Features include enhanced golf functions, ski performance analysis, the new “Body Status” feature, ECG measurements, and long battery life. A collaboration model with 本間ゴルフ will also launch on the same day.</description></item>
<item><title>Personal machine Pilates studio “STUDIO IVY PILATES” to NEW OPEN in Shirokanedai, Tokyo, on Nov. 1, 2026 (Sunday)!</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635656</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635656</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:59:05 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000139.000121091.html">PR TIMES</source><description>株式会社KRM will open “STUDIO IVY 白金台店,” its 148th location for personal machine Pilates brand “STUDIO IVY PILATES,” in Shirokanedai, Tokyo, on Nov. 1, 2026.</description></item>
<item><title>アドバンテック opens new North American headquarters in Tustin, California</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635657</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635657</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:58:13 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000217.000073476.html">PR TIMES</source><description>アドバンテック has opened a new North American headquarters in Tustin, California, to expand its edge AI business in the North American market. To mark the opening, it held the “Advantech Technology Summit (ATS),” where it discussed the latest technologies with partners including AMD, Intel, NVIDIA, and Qualcomm.</description></item>
<item><title>Okinawa Prefecture’s genetic sleep tendencies differ from those of other prefectures! In “sleepy prefecture” Okinawa, genes associated with longer sleep are common, putting it overwhelmingly last in the short-sleep ranking</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635658</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635658</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:57:50 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000087.000008653.html">PR TIMES</source><description>Genesis Healthcare has released its “GeneLife Sleep-Related Genetic Rankings,” an analysis of genetic data from 318,866 GeneLife users. It reports that Okinawa Prefecture ranked last nationwide for short-sleep tendencies (and near the top for long-sleep tendencies), while Shimane, Akita, and Fukushima prefectures ranked high.</description></item>
<item><title>Personal machine Pilates studio “STUDIO IVY PILATES” to NEW OPEN in Higashimikuni, Osaka, on Nov. 1, 2026 (Sunday)!</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635659</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635659</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:56:49 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000138.000121091.html">PR TIMES</source><description>株式会社KRMは、パーソナルマシンピラティス『STUDIO IVY PILATES』の147店舗目となる「STUDIO IVY 東三国店」を2026年11月1日に大阪・東三国でオープンすると発表した。</description></item>
<item><title>【ホテルニューオータニ博多】おいしく食べて、応援「熊本復興応援フェア」を11月1日より開催</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635660</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635660</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:55:05 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000319.000027824.html">PR TIMES</source><description>ホテルニューオータニ博多 will hold its “Kumamoto Recovery Support Fair” from Nov. 1 to Dec. 29, 2026, offering special menu items made with ingredients from Kumamoto Prefecture.</description></item>
<item><title>Personal machine Pilates studio “STUDIO IVY PILATES” to open in Omiya, Fukui Prefecture, on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026!</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635661</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635661</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:54:11 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000137.000121091.html">PR TIMES</source><description>株式会社KRMは、パーソナルマシンピラティス『STUDIO IVY PILATES』の146店舗目となる「STUDIO IVY 福井大宮店」を2026年11月1日に福井県福井市大宮にてフランチャイズ店舗としてOPENすると発表した。</description></item>
<item><title>Shopify app “Yahoo!広告連携自動化くん” adds purchase conversion tracking and ad placement support for Yahoo Shopping search ads (Shopping); begins accepting applications</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635662</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635662</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:53:45 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000024.000062232.html">PR TIMES</source><description>もると株式会社 has added support for purchase conversion tracking and ad placement for LINEヤフー広告 search ads (Shopping) to its Shopify app “Yahoo!広告連携自動化くん” and begun accepting applications. The service is currently limited to designated agencies, with support for other agencies planned in due course.</description></item>
<item><title>Personal machine Pilates studio “STUDIO IVY PILATES” to open near Oita Station in Oita Prefecture on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026!</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635664</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635664</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:51:23 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000136.000121091.html">PR TIMES</source><description>株式会社KRMは、145店舗目となるパーソナルマシンピラティス『STUDIO IVY PILATES』の大分駅前店を2026年11月1日にOPENすると発表した。</description></item>
<item><title>[Protecting the “everyday normal” in times of disaster] Disaster Management Minister Hosono to issue an “emergency request.” KEIYO portable electric water purifier offered at a coupon price of 14,800 yen; new 10-pack of individually wrapped portable toilets launched for 880 yen</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635663</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635663</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:51:23 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000302.000039659.html">PR TIMES</source><description>In response to an emergency request from Disaster Management Minister Hosono, 株式会社慶洋エンジニアリング is offering its portable electric water purifier “AN-S152” at a coupon price and has launched its emergency portable toilet “AN-S184.”</description></item>
<item><title>[Food donations down by about 40%] Crisis in support for children during winter break: フードバンク山梨 urgently calls for food donations</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635665</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635665</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:50:57 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000059.000096284.html">PR TIMES</source><description>認定NPO法人フードバンク山梨 says food donations have fallen by about 40% since fiscal 2023, putting support for children during winter break in a critical situation. It is holding a “Winter Food Drive Intensive Month” from Oct. 16 and calling for cooperation.</description></item>
<item><title>Kyoto Institute of Philosophy to hold cross-sector symposium at 早稲田大学 on human intelligence in the AI era and Japan’s potential</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635666</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635666</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:50:52 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000193095.html">PR TIMES</source><description>一般社団法人京都哲学研究所 will co-host a cross-sector symposium with 早稲田大学 and MIT Global Humanities on Nov. 20, 2026, at 早稲田大学’s Ono Memorial Hall. The symposium will focus on “Human Intelligence and Japan’s Potential in the AI Era.”</description></item>
<item><title>いすみ鉄道 career experience event to make the dreams of young railway enthusiasts come true</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635667</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635667</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:50:48 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000936.000099150.html">PR TIMES</source><description>NIJINアカデミー and NIJIN高等学院 will hold a career experience event with いすみ鉄道 on Nov. 6, 2026. The event was inspired by a student’s wish and will offer a wide range of experiences, including selling tickets and visiting the driver’s cab.</description></item>
<item><title>Ryokan, hotels and vacation homes for overseas buyers. REYADO begins free listings on its property site for overseas audiences (English and Chinese) for sellers and real estate companies; REYADO supports sales to overseas customers on the buyer’s side</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635671</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635671</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:50:01 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000193718.html">PR TIMES</source><description>株式会社REYADO has begun offering free listings on its property site, available in English and Chinese, to sellers, real estate companies and M&amp;A firms. With overseas investors showing growing interest amid the weak yen and tourism demand, REYADO will act as the buyer’s agent, while the compensation structure for listing agents remains unchanged.</description></item>
<item><title>[イクスピアリ®] Christmas fair “Christmas Promenade,” bringing festive winter sparkle to the Salon de Sweets dessert buffet, starts Sunday, Nov. 1!</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635670</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635670</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:50:01 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000160.000177867.html">PR TIMES</source><description>株式会社クリエイト・ダイニング will hold the Christmas fair “Christmas Promenade” from Nov. 1, 2026, at the Salon de Sweets dessert buffet in the Ikspiari shopping complex at Tokyo Disney Resort.</description></item>
<item><title>絵本ナビプレミアム, an unlimited-reading service for picture books and children’s books, launches non-renewing one-time purchase plans on its official website!</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635669</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635669</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:50:01 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000282.000003893.html">PR TIMES</source><description>株式会社絵本ナビ has launched one-time purchase plans for 1-year and 3-year subscriptions, with no automatic renewal, on the official website of its unlimited-reading service for picture books and children’s books, “絵本ナビプレミアム.”</description></item>
<item><title>A full lineup of player merchandise and items to enhance the arena experience! New products to launch at the Saga games on 10/31 and 11/1</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635668</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635668</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:50:01 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001282.000097825.html">PR TIMES</source><description>シーホース三河 will launch new player merchandise and game-day items at the Saga games on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1. Payments will be completely cashless, and points will also be awarded for merchandise purchases.</description></item>
<item><title>【Sagamihara City】Celebrating children’s special day! “Shichi-Go-San × Chuo Ward Hanachozu” will be held</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635672</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3635672</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:46:14 +0900</pubDate><category>Japan</category><source url="https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000648.000072959.html">PR TIMES</source><description>相模原市中央区は、11月7日から15日まで期間限定で「七五三×中央区花手水」を実施する。亀ヶ池八幡宮、相模原氷川神社、JR相模原駅構内の3か所で展開され、JAXA相模原キャンパスや市立博物館のイベントとも連携した宇宙テーマの花手水も展示される。</description></item>
<item><title>China Slams Philippines for Blocking Its Participation After Sending Lower-Level Representative to ASEAN Defense Ministers’ Meeting-Plus</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639655</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639655</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:45:31 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610290244.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Chinese Defense Ministry spokesperson Zhang Xiaogang criticized the Philippines for blocking China’s defense minister from attending the 13th ASEAN Defense Ministers’ Meeting-Plus. China instead sent Yang Lei, the defense attaché at its embassy in the Philippines, and accused Manila of undermining ASEAN’s principle of consensus.</description></item>
<item><title>A Small Change to Your Shopping Route Can Help Change Eating Habits and Avoid Snack Traps [Book Excerpt]</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639652</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639652</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:44:41 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610295002.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Japanese neurologist Akiko Yamashita recommends changing your route through the supermarket to avoid temptation and choosing ingredients with gratitude to reduce processed food intake, thereby improving eating habits and health.</description></item>
<item><title>100 Cultural Bases Sought in Selection; Kinmen Cultural Affairs Bureau Hopes to Link Local Cultural Resources</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639654</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639654</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:41:19 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202610290242.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>金門縣文化局表示，文化部推動百大文化基地徵選，金門有2處獲選。文化局盼透過培力計畫串聯在地12處文化潛力點，檢視並呈現豐富的文化面貌。</description></item>
<item><title>Search Conducted at Kaohsiung Councilor Chen Shan-hui’s Offices; Prosecutors Confirm Investigation</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639653</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639653</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:39:29 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610290243.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Investigators searched the service office and council research office of independent Kaohsiung City Councilor Chen Shan-hui. The Ciaotou District Prosecutors Office confirmed an investigation is underway, but details of the case remain unclear.</description></item>
<item><title>Tai Po Wang Fuk Court Fire: Hong Kong Housing Chief Resigns, Taking Political Responsibility</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639634</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639634</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:37:25 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610290241.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee announced that Secretary for Housing Winnie Ho had resigned and her resignation was accepted, taking political responsibility for the Wang Fuk Court fire. Deputy Financial Secretary Michael Wong will take over the post concurrently. Lee apologized to fire victims and the public for the first time and announced a report by an independent committee and measures to crack down on bid-rigging.</description></item>
<item><title>Changhua Woman Sentenced to 5 Years and 6 Months for Arson That Left More Than 10 People Suffering Smoke Inhalation</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639635</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639635</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:37:22 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610290240.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>A woman in Changhua, unhappy with her neighbor’s noise, poured flammable liquid on a motorcycle and set it on fire, with the blaze spreading and causing more than 10 people to suffer smoke inhalation. The Changhua District Court sentenced her to 5 years and 6 months in prison for attempted arson of an occupied residence.</description></item>
<item><title>Li Sichuan Holds Election-Eve Rally at Banqiao First Stadium, Urges Supporters to Canvass and Vote</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639636</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639636</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:36:20 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610290239.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Kuomintang New Taipei mayoral candidate Li Sichuan held an election-eve rally at Banqiao First Stadium, urging supporters to canvass, shore up votes and vote. He also established the “New Taipei Village Chiefs Support Association” and received strong backing from Mayor Hou You-yi.</description></item>
<item><title>Yunlin County Government, 亞洲大學 Sign MOU to Use Digital Map to Track Risks from Declining Birthrate</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639637</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639637</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:35:18 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610290238.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>雲林縣政府與亞洲大學簽署合作備忘錄（MOU），共同推動「少子化脆弱度數位地圖決策平台」，結合數據分析、地理資訊及田野調查，以掌握偏鄉學校面臨的少子化風險，作為教育資源配置及學校轉型的參考依據。</description></item>
<item><title>Controversy Over Police Enforcement at Gay Bar: Taipei City Government Apologizes, Says Administrative Investigation Report Completed</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639630</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639630</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:33:16 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610290237.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>A search of a gay bar by the Taipei City Police Department’s 萬華分局 sparked accusations of excessive force. The Taipei City Government apologized and said it had completed an administrative investigation report and submitted it to the 警政署. It will also develop police enforcement guidelines and provide legal and psychological counseling resources.</description></item>
<item><title>CPBL Team to Play Warm-Up Games Against 味全龍 and 中信兄弟 Ahead of Asian Championship; Games Begin Nov. 7</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639631</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639631</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:32:14 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610290236.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>中華職棒聯盟 announced the CPBL team’s warm-up schedule for the Asian Championship. The team will play 味全龍 and 中信兄弟 at Xinzhuang Baseball Stadium on Nov. 7 and 8, respectively. Tickets go on sale Oct. 30.</description></item>
<item><title>富邦媒: Demand for Early-Morning Delivery Remains to Be Seen; Continues to Assess Acquisitions</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639632</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639632</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:32:12 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610290235.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>富邦媒momo總經理谷元宏表示，針對酷澎強化清晨配送之舉，認為是否符合消費者需求仍待觀察；在併購布局方面，公司持續評估具綜效之機會，過去曾評估foodpanda台灣外送事業，但市場已有變化。</description></item>
<item><title>涉嫌餐會期約賄選 正神名黨主席與3參選人交保</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639633</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639633</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:31:10 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610290234.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>正神名黨 was reported for allegedly using a banquet as a pretext for vote-buying. 宜蘭地檢署 launched searches and summoned people involved for questioning. Party chair Hsu Jung-te was released on bail of NT$150,000, while 3 other candidates were each released on bail of NT$100,000.</description></item>
<item><title>Cruise Operator Suspends Service as Fuel Prices Soar, Forcing Hundreds of Passengers to Disembark in Cambodia</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639513</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639513</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:26:08 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610290233.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>U.S. cruise operator Villa Vie Residences suspended operations after the Iran war sent fuel costs soaring beyond what it could bear, forcing hundreds of passengers who had been living aboard the ship long-term to disembark in Cambodia.</description></item>
<item><title>Candidates’ Personal Data Exposed; You Ying-lung Apologizes: “It Should Never Have Happened”</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639514</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639514</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:24:05 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610290232.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>中選會 Chair You Ying-lung bowed in apology after candidates’ personal data was exposed due to a contractor’s mistake. He stressed that it was an unintended error that did not affect election operations and said the commission would hold contractor 宏碁資訊 accountable under the contract.</description></item>
<item><title>Hu Gua’s Show Visits Hualien to Offer Support; On Election, Says He Will Vote Because He Pays a Lot of Taxes</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639352</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639352</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:23:03 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202610290231.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Entertainer Hu Gua, along with Xiao Zhen and Hu Shian, announced the launch of Season 2 of “胡來旅行社,” focusing on post-disaster reconstruction in Hualien. Asked about the election, he said he would exercise his right to vote because he pays taxes and fulfilled his military service obligations. He also revealed that his son’s fund investment had grown to 8 digits.</description></item>
<item><title>NHI Eases Coverage Criteria for Hepatitis B Antiviral Drugs; Up to 30,000 People Expected to Benefit</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639353</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639353</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:21:01 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610290230.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>衛生福利部宣布10月15日健保共擬會通過放寬B肝抗病毒藥治療條件及給付，預估1.7萬至3萬人受惠，每年新增藥費約4億至6億元。</description></item>
<item><title>日月光投控 Raises Advanced Packaging and Testing Revenue Outlook, Expands Capital Spending; CPO Revenue Seen Growing</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639354</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639354</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:20:59 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610290229.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>日月光投控 raised its forecast for this year’s advanced packaging and testing (LEAP) revenue to $4 billion and increased capital spending to $11.5 billion, citing expectations that CPO and advanced packaging and testing businesses will lift gross margins.</description></item>
<item><title>Prosecutors search and question Taipei City Councilor Lin Shih-tsung over alleged vote-buying at a banquet</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639355</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639355</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:19:57 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610290228.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>士林地檢署偵辦士林區里長蘇文山涉餐會賄選案，溯源發現民進黨台北市議員林世宗涉案。檢方今日指揮調查局兵分13路搜索林世宗服務處、議會辦公室及住家等13處地點，並約談林世宗等8人到案說明，全案朝違反選罷法偵辦中。</description></item>
<item><title>Suspected fictitious voters used to sway election in Kaohsiung’s Linyuan; borough chief candidate released on NT$80,000 bail</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639356</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3639356</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:15:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610290227.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>A candidate surnamed Chen for borough chief in Linyuan District, Kaohsiung, is suspected of using friends and relatives to falsely change their household registrations to obtain voting rights. Kaohsiung prosecutors ordered Chen released on NT$80,000 bail for alleged violations of the Election and Recall Act and other offenses.</description></item>
<item><title>Analysis: ‘Insulting Mao’ becomes a taboo in China’s new era; Mbappé ‘walks into the line of fire’</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638985</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638985</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:13:53 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610290226.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>分析指出，姆巴佩因涉及已故領導人毛澤東的玩笑話在中國遭封殺，此舉觸及當前中國對毛澤東評價的政治紅線。事件導致各大廠商解約、央視暫停西甲賽事播出，以及社群平台禁言姆巴佩帳號；西甲聯盟致歉並與中國駐西班牙大使會面尋求解決方案。</description></item>
<item><title>Police election security command center inaugurated; efforts to prevent foreign forces from interfering continue</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638986</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638986</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:12:50 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610290225.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>The National Police Agency held an inauguration ceremony for the joint command center for security operations during the 115 local public officials election and national referendum. Interior Minister Liu Shih-fang set out three requirements: block foreign forces, cut off illegal funding, and thoroughly investigate election interference. The agency will also strengthen prevention of AI deepfakes and technology-enabled investigations.</description></item>
<item><title>Cabinet and Judicial Yuan jointly propose amendments, recommending that juvenile parole reviews consider victims’ families’ views</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638987</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638987</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:11:48 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610290224.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>行政院會通過與司法院會銜的「少年事件處理法」部分條文修正草案，針對少年刑事案件假釋規定分級化，並建議明文參酌被害人或其遺屬意見。</description></item>
<item><title>Just 7.2 kilometers of Taiwan’s No. 9 South Link Highway remain unexpanded; work begins on Shuangliu-Danlu section</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638988</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638988</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:10:46 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610290223.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Work has begun on the widening project for the Shuangliu-Danlu section of Taiwan’s No. 9 South Link Highway. It is expected to be completed by the end of 2031, addressing the bottleneck of the remaining 7.2 kilometers that have yet to be widened.</description></item>
<item><title>September economic climate gauge flashes red for 10th consecutive month, setting record for longest red-light streak</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638893</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638893</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:08:27 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610290219.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>國發會公布9月景氣燈號，因AI需求強勁支撐經濟，續亮熱絡紅燈達10個月，創下史上最長紅燈紀錄。</description></item>
<item><title>Chang Shu-chuan accuses Chou Yu-kou and Tsai Yu-chen of falsely linking her to an affair; NT$20 million damages ruling due at year’s end</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638890</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638890</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:06:44 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610290222.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>張淑娟控告周玉蔻、蔡玉真誣指其為蔣孝嚴緋聞女主角，民事部分向兩人及民視電視台連帶求償新台幣2000萬元，台北地院今日辯結，預計12月31日宣判。</description></item>
<item><title>Korean media: PHP firewall breached; signs point to suspected Chinese hackers</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638891</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638891</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:06:42 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610290221.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>韓國中央日報報導，以色列網路安全公司Dream揭露駭客利用PHP漏洞攻破防火牆，取得韓、日、美、台等國伺服器控制權，跡象指向中國組織。</description></item>
<item><title>New Taiwan dollar falls 7.4 cents to close at 32.492 per US dollar</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638892</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638892</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:04:40 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610290220.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>The New Taiwan dollar closed at 32.492 per US dollar on the Taipei foreign exchange market, down 7.4 cents, with trading totaling US$2.824 billion.</description></item>
<item><title>Taoyuan City council candidate Si Guang-yang suspected of vote-buying; prosecutors and investigators summon him for questioning</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638697</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638697</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:02:35 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610290218.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Si Guang-yang, son of KMT Legislator Wan Mei-ling and a Taoyuan City council candidate, is suspected of vote-buying. Taoyuan prosecutors directed searches and summoned him for questioning; 3 to 4 other defendants also appeared to provide information.</description></item>
<item><title>日月光投控第3季獲利創次高 估第4季營收季增6%至8%</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638698</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638698</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:01:33 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610290217.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>日月光投控公布第3季財報，獲利創單季次高；預估第4季營收將季增6%至8%，創單季新高。</description></item>
<item><title>Kaohsiung AI Lighthouse showcases smart governance achievements; Chen Chi-mai hopes it will become a model for applications</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638699</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638699</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:00:31 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610290216.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>高雄市政府舉辦「高雄AI燈塔智慧治理成果發表會」，市長陳其邁表示該計畫為全球最早且規模最大的城市級主權AI，盼成為應用典範。活動攜手NVIDIA、中華電信、Linker Vision及資拓宏宇等廠商，展示AI在交通、工務、水利及環保領域的治理成果。</description></item>
<item><title>治療「菜瓜布肺」新曙光 中醫大附醫研究登國際期刊</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638634</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638634</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:57:29 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610290215.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>中醫大附醫團隊研發「仿生呼吸動態拉伸培養平台」，模擬肺部呼吸伸縮訓練幹細胞分泌外泌體。實驗證實該外泌體含更多具抗纖維化作用的miR-30，含量為傳統靜態培養的3.3倍，在肺纖維化大鼠模型中顯示減少膠原蛋白堆積與發炎指標的效果，研究成果已刊登於國際期刊Biomaterials。</description></item>
<item><title>Anonymous banners appear in Changhua; Chen Su-yue accuses opponents of smearing her, while Hsiao Ching-tien blames a vendor’s oversight</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638635</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638635</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:56:27 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610290214.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>The campaign headquarters of DPP Changhua County mayoral candidate Chen Su-yueh accused unnamed street banners of smearing her by claiming she opposed waiving National Health Insurance premiums for seniors, and said it would file a lawsuit under the law. KMT’s Hsiao Ching-tien responded that the vendor had failed to include its name, saying he had ordered the banners taken down and that they would be rehung after being signed.</description></item>
<item><title>Dalin Wengao urban land readjustment in Chiayi, idle for half a century, completed; land returned to the people</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638636</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638636</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:56:25 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610290213.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>The urban land readjustment project in Dalin Township, Chiayi County, has been completed. The 4.41 hectares of land reserved for public facilities, which had been idle for half a century, will be rezoned for residential, commercial and public facility use, returning the land to the people. The project also links Dalin Station with the library, sports park and medical resources.</description></item>
<item><title>Blue camp questions failure to return political donations from fraud group; Lai Jui-lung says claims are misleading</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638559</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638559</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:53:22 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610290212.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>國民黨議員柳采葳、王鴻薇質疑民進黨高雄市長參選人賴瑞隆收取「五互集團」及陳秋白政治獻金未全數退還，並指其基金會捐助人涉及違法案件；賴瑞隆回應稱依法申報公開透明，歡迎司法處理。</description></item>
<item><title>Campaign motorcade event on the 31st; Shen Po-yang: Quiet zones planned to encourage more interaction with the public</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638560</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638560</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:52:20 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610290211.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>DPP Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Po-yang said the 「Taipei Ocean Current」 campaign motorcade event on the 31st would add quiet zones and slow down to encourage interaction with the public. Responding to claims that he was trailing in the race, he said he had remained cautious and apprehensive throughout, and clarified that the Army personnel’s petition case had been resolved.</description></item>
<item><title>To prevent funding shortfalls from halting construction projects, 台灣金聯 joins forces with Hua Nan Bank on completion-funding commitment</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638561</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638561</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:50:18 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610290210.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>台灣金聯 and 華南銀行 signed a memorandum of understanding, becoming the first to incorporate a “completion-funding commitment” into construction financing and trust frameworks to prevent funding shortfalls at small and midsize developers and reduce the risk of unfinished buildings.</description></item>
<item><title>東海大學 marks its 71st anniversary; 750 million yuan Yang Jui-hsiang multipurpose building to open</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638562</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3638562</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:49:16 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610290209.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>東海大學 announced during celebrations for the 71st anniversary of its founding that the Yang Jui-hsiang Multipurpose Activities Building, built at a total cost of 750 million yuan, is about to open. The building was supported by a US$3 million donation from the family of alumnus Yang Jui-hsiang, equivalent to about NT$97.65 million. It is designed as a multipurpose space for physical education, training and research, incorporating green-building and smart-building standards.</description></item>
<item><title>普鴻: Post-quantum cryptography solutions have secured orders; company aims to make them its next growth engine</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636383</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636383</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:45:14 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610290208.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>普鴻資訊 said its post-quantum cryptography (PQC) solutions have received orders from multiple customers, expanding its client base beyond the financial sector. Revenue in September rose 22.23% year over year, and the company aims for its cybersecurity integration machines and PQC products to account for half of its profits by 2028.</description></item>
<item><title>Japanese drama VIVANT faces mounting “smearing China” controversy; 三麗鷗 ends collaboration</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636381</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636381</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:43:12 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610290207.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>The second season of Japanese drama VIVANT has sparked controversy over accusations that it smears China. 三麗鷗 announced it was ending its collaboration with the show and apologized.</description></item>
<item><title>Pakistan briefly closed its airspace to Taiwan; Beijing repeats old claim that One China is an international consensus</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636382</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636382</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:42:09 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202610290206.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>巴基斯坦一度以「一中政策」為由拒絕台灣航空公司進出領空，後已核准中華航空及長榮航空使用其領空。中國外交部發言人郭嘉昆聲稱「一個中國原則」是國際共識，行政院對此表達高度遺憾。</description></item>
<item><title>Chiang Wan-an campaign office unveils campaign ad, orders 500 more jackets and EasyCard set</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636355</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636355</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:38:07 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610290205.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Chiang Wan-an’s campaign team unveiled its latest campaign ad and announced an additional 500 campaign jackets, along with a 「Taipei Is Awesome」 EasyCard set.</description></item>
<item><title>消基會 tests find inadequate 5G signal coverage; Taiwan High Speed Rail says major improvements expected in 2027</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636356</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636356</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:37:05 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610290204.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>消基會 tests found inadequate 5G signal coverage across the Taiwan High Speed Rail network. 台灣高鐵 said it had joined forces with 3 major telecom operators to invest about NT$2 billion in communications upgrades, which are expected to be completed by the end of 2027 and significantly improve coverage.</description></item>
<item><title>Australian defense minister: China’s military expansion is putting Southeast Asia under pressure</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636349</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636349</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:35:03 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610290203.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Australian Defense Minister Richard Marles said China is undertaking the world’s largest conventional military expansion since World War II, creating pressure across Southeast Asia. He urged allies to deepen cooperation and disclosed that Australia is considering buying Israel’s Iron Dome system to intercept missiles as well as the U.S.-made Patriot system. Land-based defenses are expected to be deployed by the early 2030s.</description></item>
<item><title>Same-name candidate controversy in Alaska; Trump accuses Democrats of election fraud</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636350</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636350</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:34:01 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610290202.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>A same-name candidate controversy has erupted in Alaska’s U.S. Senate race. President Trump accused Democrats of illegally recruiting an opponent with the same name as incumbent Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan to confuse voters and split the vote, and called for the removal of the “fake Dan Sullivan” and Democratic candidate Mary Peltola from the ballot. An investigation by 《紐約時報》 found that the move was not illegal but involved strategic maneuvering, and did not establish that a crime had been committed.</description></item>
<item><title>Should the right to claim spousal support end after remarriage? Justice Ministry and lawmakers disagree</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636351</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636351</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:32:59 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610290201.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>The Legislative Yuan’s Judiciary and Organic Laws and Statutes Committee held a public hearing on the divorce-by-judgment system. Justice Ministry Political Deputy Minister Huang Mou-hsin argued that the right to claim spousal support should end after remarriage. Lawmaker Fan Yun and expert Chien Jung-tsung, who attended the hearing, argued that the economic losses caused by the previous marriage do not disappear after remarriage. The two sides disagreed.</description></item>
<item><title>Chiang Wan-an campaign website draws questions; Ko Ju-chun denies plagiarism</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636352</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636352</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:30:56 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610290200.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Ko Ju-chun, SI chief of staff for Chiang Wan-an’s campaign headquarters, clarified that interactive websites launched by the Chiang campaign, including 「Taipei Encore Stage」, did not plagiarize Shen Po-yang’s 「HEART Policy Island」. He stressed that the development was fully open-source and the process public, and that only a netizen whose surname begins with J had referenced the format of Hand Interactive in a prompt, as a normal creative homage.</description></item>
<item><title>TSIA: Taiwan semiconductor output value forecast to exceed NT$9.1 trillion this year, up 40.9%</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636353</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636353</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:28:54 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610290199.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Hou Yongqing, chair of 台灣半導體產業協會 (TSIA), said Taiwan's overall semiconductor output value is expected to exceed NT$9.1 trillion in 2026, representing annual growth of 40.9%.</description></item>
<item><title>Huo Jianhua drilled professional medical terminology in English for his doctor role, says it was tough</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636354</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636354</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:25:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202610290198.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Actors Huo Jianhua and Yang Jinhua, stars of the medical drama "Emergency Room Miracle," shared the challenges and behind-the-scenes stories of intensively studying professional medical terminology in English. Cai Fanxi, Zhan Zixuan and Peng Qianyou also discussed the preparations they made to portray professionals.</description></item>
<item><title>友達 sells phase 2 building at its Taichung plant to 台積電, with disposal gains of about NT$18.5 billion</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636343</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636343</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:24:50 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610290197.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>台積電 spent NT$38.8 billion to buy the phase 2 building at 友達's Taichung plant, with 友達 expecting disposal gains of about NT$18.5 billion.</description></item>
<item><title>Labor budgets account for a small share in Taiwan's 6 special municipalities; labor groups urge local candidates to allocate more funds</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636344</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636344</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:24:48 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610290196.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>台灣勞工陣線 said labor budgets account for less than 1% in all 6 special municipalities, urging local candidates to increase budgets and staffing for labor affairs and labor inspections and strengthen localized employment services.</description></item>
<item><title>Zhang Fangli's election bribery sentence becomes final; bid to run for office blocked by injunction ruling</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636345</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636345</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:23:46 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610290195.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>無黨籍基隆市議員張芳麗因賄選判刑確定，遭中選會認定不符參選資格，其聲請假處分爭取參選遭台北高等行政法院駁回，法院認為限制參選符合重大公共利益。</description></item>
<item><title>Zheng Chaofang campaign accuses rival of circulating poll from unknown source; Hsu Hsin-ying's office says it is a malicious ploy</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636346</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636346</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:22:44 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610290194.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>民進黨新竹縣長參選人鄭朝方競選辦公室指控國民黨參選人徐欣瑩團隊成員在LINE群組散布來源不明的民調圖卡並向選委會檢舉；徐欣瑩辦公室反駁為對手惡意操作，新竹縣選委會已受理案件並依程序辦理。</description></item>
<item><title>Tourism Administration budgets NT$8.4 billion for 2027 to attract international visitors and boost domestic overnight stays and spending</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636347</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636347</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:22:41 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610290193.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>交通部觀光署宣布2027年編列83.89億元預算，推動「台灣觀光100亮點」及「旅行再發現」主軸，目標強化國旅留宿消費並吸引國際旅客，期望整體觀光產值突破9000億元，逐步實現2030年達兆元目標。</description></item>
<item><title>Zheng Li-wen: 國民黨 shoulders a major mission and will stay firmly on the right path</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636348</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636348</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:20:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610290192.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>國民黨 Chairperson Zheng Li-wen said at a ceremony marking the 81st anniversary of Taiwan's retrocession and victory in the War of Resistance Against Japan that 國民黨 shoulders the major mission of founding the Republic of China and upholding democracy and the rule of law. She also criticized internal problems in 民進黨 and expressed hope that 國民黨 would lead the country into its next golden 30 years.</description></item>
<item><title>Lawmakers say requiring 20% crop damage for disaster relief is unfair; 農業部 pledges review</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636322</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636322</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:19:37 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610290191.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Kuomintang Legislator Yang Chiung-ying said the cash relief standard for agricultural natural disasters, requiring crop damage of 20%, was set in ROC Year 100 and is outdated and unfair to farmers. 農業部 Minister Chen Chun-chi pledged to present the review results before the end of the year.</description></item>
<item><title>Zhang Jia-jun unveils women's policy white paper; Chu Li-lun lends his support</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636323</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636323</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:18:35 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610290190.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Kuomintang Yunlin County magistrate candidate Zhang Jia-jun unveiled a women's policy white paper. Former Kuomintang chair Chu Li-lun appeared in support, citing three major reasons and urging the public to back her.</description></item>
<item><title>Investors eye Bank of Japan policy meeting; Japanese stocks close higher</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636324</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636324</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:14:33 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610290189.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Japanese stocks closed higher as investors focused on the Bank of Japan's monetary policy meeting. Although weaker-than-expected earnings from Alphabet weighed on some technology shares, the Nikkei 225 rose 705.28 points to 64659.47, while the Tokyo Stock Price Index gained 11.57 points to 4003.28.</description></item>
<item><title>Teacher qualification exam to be held 2 times a year, shortening transition period</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636325</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636325</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:13:31 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610290188.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>教育部 announced that the teacher qualification exam will be held 2 times a year instead of once, in January and June, to shorten the transition period and help teacher trainees enter the workforce sooner. The next exam is scheduled for January 27, ROC Year 116.</description></item>
<item><title>許舒博: 台電 and 中油 funding necessary; being forced to adjust energy prices would be bad news</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636326</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636326</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:12:29 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610290187.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>許舒博, chairman of the General Chamber of Commerce, said budget allocations to 台電 and 中油 are necessary to stabilize prices for daily necessities and sustain business operations. It would be bad news if deteriorating finances forced energy prices to be adjusted in the future.</description></item>
<item><title>National Land Management Agency: Crack down on illegal migrant workers and strengthen site access controls and inspection frequency</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636327</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636327</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:12:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610290186.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>國土署針對國防部資安園區非法移工事件說明，已依契約裁罰統包商並要求強化門禁與身分查驗，同時提高抽查頻率以杜絕違規。</description></item>
<item><title>The 3 major institutional investors net sold NT$81.666 billion in Taiwan stocks</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636329</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636329</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:11:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202610290184.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Among the 3 major institutional investors, foreign and mainland Chinese investors and proprietary traders were net sellers, while investment trusts were net buyers, for combined net sales of NT$81.666 billion.</description></item>
<item><title>Yoon Suk Yeol again faces death penalty demand in second trial on insurrection ringleader charge; special prosecutors say there is no reason to hesitate</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636328</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636328</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:11:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610290185.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was indicted on an insurrection ringleader charge over the emergency martial law incident on December 3, 2024. At his second trial, the special prosecution team asked the court to sentence him to death, saying his actions destroyed the achievements of constitutional government and there was no reason to hesitate. His defense team argued that the soldiers deployed at the time carried no live ammunition and were only there to maintain order.</description></item>
<item><title>Civil groups release social welfare policy white paper; Shen Po-yang invited to offer solutions</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636331</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636331</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:10:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202610290182.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>民進黨台北市長參選人沈伯洋出席由台北市社會福利聯盟等民間團體舉辦的「民國116-119年民間版社會福利政策白皮書發表會」，針對社福訴求提出釐清優先順序、導入AI協助及設置單一窗口等解方。</description></item>
<item><title>MLB: Brewers win title, bringing longtime fans to tears as Milwaukee erupts</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636330</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636330</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:10:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202610290183.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>The Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 4-1 in Game 5 of the World Series to claim the first World Series title in franchise history, sending the city into a frenzy and longtime fans to tears.</description></item>
<item><title>Banqiao, New Taipei, borough chief accused of vote-buying and profiteering through trip; released on NT$100,000 bail</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636332</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636332</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:09:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202610290181.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>A Liu-surnamed borough chief in Banqiao District, New Taipei, allegedly treated voters to a trip last year in a bid for reelection and let ineligible people take part so they could receive government subsidies. The chief is suspected of violating the Election and Recall Act and the Anti-Corruption Act, among other laws. After questioning, New Taipei prosecutors released the chief on NT$100,000 bail. Two other defendants were released on bail of NT$50,000 and NT$30,000, respectively.</description></item>
<item><title>九合一選舉將近 民進黨示警中國介選3手法</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636257</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636257</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:01:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202610290180.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>民進黨中國部指出中共介選手法已擴及美、加、英、澳等民主國家，呼籲台灣民眾在九合一選舉前防範境外金流滲透、交流活動背後的政治任務及假訊息影響。</description></item>
<item><title>Heavy rain causes floods and landslides on Phuket; authorities order emergency evacuation of high-risk areas</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636193</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636193</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:58:11 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202610290179.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Days of heavy rain on Thailand’s Phuket island triggered flooding and landslides, blocking roads in Patong. The municipal government ordered residents in high-risk areas to evacuate and arranged shuttle buses. Preliminary losses are estimated at about 100 million baht. Media commentary said inadequate drainage infrastructure and illegal construction worsened the damage.</description></item>
<item><title>Microplastics detected in air in Kaohsiung’s Linyuan; environmental groups call for emerging pollutants to be included in environmental reviews</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636194</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261029-15/index-en-p5.html#n3636194</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:58:09 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202610290178.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>綠色和平與中原大學團隊調查發現桃園觀音、雲林麥寮及高雄林園空氣中檢出微塑膠及有機磷酸酯，呼籲將新興污染物納入石化開發案環評。</description></item>
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