Candidates show unity in final stretch as Lai Jui-lung joins DPP council hopefuls at intersections
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Lai Jui-lung, the Democratic Progressive Party’s candidate for Kaohsiung mayor, joined fellow DPP legislators and city council candidates to campaign at major traffic hubs across Kaohsiung with 30 days left in the race, showcasing the unity of the “Kaohsiung team” and pushing for “a mayoral win and a council majority.” KMT candidate Ko Chih-en attended the campaign headquarters opening for Kaohsiung City Council candidate Chen Mei-chuan in Zuoying District.
濱川 posts earnings of NT$0.6 per share in September, swinging to profit from a year earlier
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
濱川 swung to a profit in September, with after-tax earnings of NT$0.6 per share; buoyed by 雙鴻 joining 輝達's Vera Rubin liquid-cooling supply chain, its share price surged 103% in 1 and a half months.
Facts
After-tax earnings of NT$0.6 per share
Net profit attributable to the parent company was NT$87 million
A loss of NT$46 million in the same period last year
A loss of NT$135 million in the second quarter this year
Net loss of NT$0.94 per share
Invested NT$254 million
Acquired 5,930 lots of 濱川 private-placement common shares
Total holdings rose to 9,930 lots
Accounted for 6.88% of 濱川's issued shares
The stock began rising from NT$49 in mid-September
It surged to an intraday high of NT$99.6 today
The share price gained 103% in 1 and a half months
Semiconductors need stable power supply; TSIA's Hou Yongqing supports government plan to resume nuclear plant assessments
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Hou Yongqing, chairman of 台灣半導體產業協會（TSIA）, said a stable power supply is crucial to the semiconductor industry. TSIA supports the government's plan to resume nuclear plant assessments, provided it complies with regulations and ensures safety, to supply clean and sufficient energy.
Lin Kai-wei exercises overseas playing rights; 味全龍 welcomes player taking on a higher level
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
味全龍 closer Lin Kai-wei exercised his overseas playing rights, and the team respects and welcomes his pursuit of a higher level; Japanese professional teams had previously inquired about the possibility of signing him.
St. Lucia prime minister invites Lai to visit; president hopes ties between the 2 countries will endure across generations
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
President Lai Ching-te hosted St. Lucia Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre and his wife at a state banquet at the Presidential Office, expressing hope that exchanges among young people and ties between the 2 countries would endure across generations. Pierre thanked Taiwan for its long-term assistance and invited Lai to visit St. Lucia.
Facts
He has visited Taiwan 4 times in less than 5 years
Estonian delivery robot suspected of running a red light and fleeing; bus brakes hard, injuring several people
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A bus and a delivery robot collided recently in Tallinn, Estonia's capital. A delivery robot believed to be operated by Bolt allegedly entered a pedestrian crossing against a red light, forcing the bus driver to brake suddenly and injuring several standing passengers. The robot then drove away from the scene on its own. Local transport company TLT said the incident remains under investigation.
Facts
The accident happened on the evening of the 26th
Testing began in Tallinn and other locations in 2016
In 2024, 星艦科技 partnered with Estonian company Bolt
In April 2020, a delivery robot collided with a bus wheel
Taiwan stocks close at 46,368 points after breaking below quarterly line; institutions see short-term bottom-building range-bound trading
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan stocks opened lower and continued to fall today, closing at 46,368.33 points, down 667.25 points and below the quarterly moving average. Institutions said the market would likely move within a 46,000-to-48,000-point range while building a short-term floor until the Middle East situation and global monetary policy become clearer.
Forestry agency: 97% of forest fires in Taiwan are human-caused; violations carry fines of up to NT$600,000
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Statistics from 農業部林業及自然保育署 show that 97% of forest fires in Taiwan are human-caused, with violations punishable by fines of up to NT$600,000. The agency urged the public to use fire carefully in forests and provided information on its forest-fire risk assessment system.
Facts
97% of forest fires in Taiwan are caused by careless human use of fire
Violators can be fined up to NT$600,000
Original近10年台灣高達89%（390件）的森林火災在10月至隔年5月發生
Over the past 10 years, as many as 89% (390 cases) of forest fires in Taiwan
The forestry agency will award informants NT$100,000 for helping solve cases
Those who are first to report a forest fire can also receive a NT$5,000 reward
Report says Vance wrote to Iranian security official; Trump denies directing it but approves contact
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Reports say U.S. Vice President Vance wrote to Iran's top security official to restart peace talks and avert an attack on Iran; Trump denied directing the move but approved contact.
Cheng Li-wun: Restarting nuclear power will help AI development; urges voters to vote yes in referendum
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
KMT Chair Cheng Li-wun said at a 132nd-anniversary party celebration at the party's New Taipei City headquarters that restarting nuclear power would lay the electricity foundation for Taiwan's AI development over the next 30 years, and urged the public to vote yes in the nuclear power referendum on Nov. 28.
友達 posts a loss of NT$0.33 per share in the third quarter as lower revenue weighs on gross margin
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
友達光電 announced its consolidated financial results for the third quarter. Revenue fell 5.7% from the previous quarter as slowing consumer electronics demand led to an 11% decline in revenue from its display technology division. Net loss attributable to owners of the parent totaled NT$2.5 billion, or NT$0.33 per share.
Facts
Third-quarter consolidated revenue of NT$66.88 billion
Down 5.7% from the second quarter
Down 4.3% year on year
Net loss attributable to owners of the parent totaled NT$2.5 billion in the third quarter of 2026
Basic loss per share of NT$0.33
Revenue fell 11% from the second quarter
Third-quarter revenue increased 1% from the second quarter
新竹內天后宮 to welcome Dajia Mazu on Oct. 31, with a city procession praying for peace
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
新竹內天后宮 will hold the “2026 Bingwu Year Zhucheng Mazu Culture Festival” on Oct. 31, welcoming 3 Mazu statues from 大甲鎮瀾宮 and 5 major groups in the deity’s procession. The planned route covers about 7.3 kilometers through the city, connecting historic temples and ancient city gates to pray for peace.
Nantou’s 清境農場 steps up tourism push, bringing wool crafts north to attract visitors
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
交通部觀光署 held the “Taiwan Tourism 100 Highlights” exhibition at Taipei’s Songshan Cultural and Creative Park. Nantou’s 清境農場 headed north to promote the charm of its highland ranch, offering felt-making activities and related merchandise.
November Taiwan stock index futures fall 672 points
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
November TAIEX futures closed at 46577 points, down 672 points. The Taipei stock market ended down 667.25 points at 46368.33 points, with trading value of NT$789.152 billion.
童子瑋 launches campaign platform review, with first focus on youth employment
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
童子瑋, the 民進黨 candidate for Keelung mayor, has launched the first installment of his “campaign platform review,” focusing on youth employment through the “G.O.O.D. Plan.” It covers four stages: skills development, advancement on the job, transition to employment, and stable guarantees. Proposals include establishing a vocational training center on Heping Island, converting Shangzhi Elementary School into Keelung Workers’ University, and providing up to NT$36,000 in job-seeking support and NT$72,000 in stable-employment incentives.
路透社 reported that 彭博, 須斯罕那國際集團 and Jump Trading signed contracts with Trump Media to pay $60,000 to $100,000 per month for early access via API to Trump’s posts on “真實社群.” The move has sparked ethical concerns and prompted Democratic senators to call for an SEC investigation.
Facts
Monthly fees of up to $100,000
Provides a time advantage of about 50 milliseconds
Shares have fallen more than 50% cumulatively
Market capitalization was about $8 billion at the close on its first day of trading in March 2024
On the “ocean current” effect, 朱立倫 says to remain vigilant and give it everything
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Former 國民黨 chairman 朱立倫 addressed the “ocean current” effect sparked by 民進黨 Taipei mayoral candidate 沈伯洋, urging 國民黨 candidates to face challenges from cognitive warfare with vigilance and full effort. He also campaigned for Yunlin County mayoral candidate 張嘉郡 and called for respect for media figure 趙少康’s expertise and contributions.
Civic groups release lawmakers’ evaluation criteria, adding misinformation and AI fabrication
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
公民監督國會聯盟 and 全國議會監督聯盟 released their 2026 evaluation criteria for the top 10 outstanding lawmakers and the “worst” lawmakers. The criteria for the latter now include deliberately spreading false or misleading information and using AI to fabricate data.
Facts
2026 evaluation criteria for the top 10 outstanding lawmakers and the 10 worst lawmakers
The nine-in-one elections will be held on Nov. 28
Evaluation criteria for outstanding and worst lawmakers released for the 3rd time
Don’t put bananas straight in the fridge after bringing them home! A farmer shares 1 trick to extend their shelf life: they stay golden and sweet for 2 weeks without turning black
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Amid concerns about bananas molding easily, social media platforms and chef 阿慶師 shared storage tips. They recommend refrigerating bananas in a foil insulated bag, where they can keep for up to two weeks, or sealing individual bananas for refrigeration, where they can last about one week, to extend freshness.
Toast and cereal make the list! 9 everyday foods are actually “hidden cardiovascular killers,” doctor says: “I would never eat them”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Renowned US cardiologist 博傑拉吉 revealed 9 common foods falsely marketed as healthy, such as sugary cereal, processed meat and fried foods, warning that they are hidden cardiovascular killers. He advised people to gradually replace them with healthier options such as oats, fresh meat and olive oil.
Facts
Renowned US cardiologist 博傑拉吉 found that many patients with healthy lifestyles still suffered from cardiovascular disease and identified 9 falsely healthy foods as the culprit.
Sugary breakfast cereals are high in sugar, causing blood sugar to rise rapidly and insulin to surge. Over time, this damages blood vessels.
Processed meats contain preservatives such as nitrates and nitrites, which may turn into carcinogenic compounds and raise blood pressure.
Artificial sweeteners in diet soda and energy drinks can disrupt the balance of gut bacteria, affecting metabolism and cardiovascular health.
Fast-food fried items are cooked in easily oxidized industrial vegetable oils. The resulting oxidized compounds can become embedded in blood vessel walls and accelerate plaque formation.
Margarine and imitation butter spreads contain hydrogenated trans fats, which raise bad cholesterol and lower good cholesterol.
A can of soup can contain sodium equal to 80% to 100% of the daily recommended limit. Excess sodium can cause high blood pressure.
Are Taiwanese no longer keen on shopping at department stores? Savvy shoppers are switching to “this 1 place”: more discounts, better prices and stress-free shopping
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
This article analyzes the shift in Taiwanese consumer behavior from department stores to supermarkets and lists six reasons adults enjoy supermarket shopping, emphasizing that it reflects a mature shift in life priorities.
Facts
The article says life’s little pleasures are increasingly found at the 全聯 with the blue sign near home.
Seeing originally expensive scallops or black pork chops marked down to six-tenths of their original price can make your heart race as your hands move faster than when scrambling for concert tickets.
After work, walking into the air-conditioned fresh-food section and looking at neatly stacked organic vegetables and plump, bright-red strawberries has been described as a more effective mental massage than a spa.
I used to think eating out meant having a big meal, but now I’ve realized that supermarket collaboration desserts or steaming hot prepared foods are what I truly love.
Take a close look at your shopping cart now: it used to hold snacks, hand-shaken drinks and trendy magazines; now it holds unsweetened yogurt, high-fiber oats, avocados and quality chicken breast.
Choose a weekday evening or a weekend morning, when the supermarket is free of noisy crowds. Put on headphones and play a favorite podcast or music, and shopping becomes a rare secret refuge of your own amid a busy daily routine.
Graphic》Don’t all bears hibernate? Taiwan black bears don’t hibernate in winter! What are they busy doing all winter? Their true habits revealed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Yushan National Park Headquarters and the Forestry and Nature Conservation Agency of the Ministry of Agriculture said that Taiwan black bears remain active year-round and do not hibernate because of the favorable climate and ample food resources. Research shows that they are active in fall and winter, mainly foraging for nuts such as acorns from ring-cupped oaks.
Facts
Taiwan black bears have been recorded as active throughout the year, with no sign of hibernation.
The 3 bears tracked by Yushan National Park were active for an average of 40.3% of each day.
In winter, Taiwan black bears eat plant fruits including walnuts, acorns from cone oaks and ring-cupped oaks.
The ring-cupped oak forest in the Dafen area of eastern Yushan National Park draws black bears in fall and winter to forage.
Taiwan black bears use silvergrass or shrub branches to make bowl-shaped nests about 80 to 150 centimeters in outer diameter.
Israeli election》Arab parties emerge as kingmakers; Netanyahu’s party accuses them of vote-buying fraud
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Likud, led by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, accused Arab parties of election fraud and called for a criminal investigation. The Arab parties’ sharp gains in seats made them key to forming a government, provoking anger on the right.
Facts
Likud accused polling stations in Arab communities of widespread election fraud, unilaterally declaring that the election had been stolen.
Likud said it had found cash in thousands of ballot envelopes, alongside ballots marked for the Arab-majority Joint List.
The Joint List and the United List are expected to win a record 18 to 19 seats in parliament.
In the election four years ago (2022), the 2 Arab parties each won only 5 parliamentary seats.
Israel’s Central Elections Committee has received a request for an investigation and launched an “election integrity monitoring procedure.”
Likud submitted hundreds of witness statements and pieces of evidence to the Israel Police, the Shin Bet and the Central Elections Committee.
Taiwan’s longest bridge is this 1! Stretching 157 kilometers from Changhua to Kaohsiung, you may have already crossed it on the high-speed rail
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
This article introduces 台灣高鐵’s “Changhua–Kaohsiung Viaduct,” which is about 157.3 kilometers long and Taiwan’s longest bridge. The route was built as a continuous viaduct to meet terrain and right-of-way requirements. CNN once ranked it the world’s second-longest bridge, and subsidence monitoring is ongoing.
Facts
台灣高鐵’s “Changhua–Kaohsiung Viaduct” is about 157.3 kilometers long, making it Taiwan’s longest bridge.
In its 2018 roundup of the world’s longest bridges, CNN ranked the Changhua–Kaohsiung Viaduct second in the world.
About 73% of 台灣高鐵’s entire route was built as bridges or viaducts.
The Changhua–Kaohsiung Viaduct begins near Bagua Mountain in Changhua and runs south to Zuoying District, Kaohsiung City.
台灣高鐵公司 has regularly monitored bridge pier subsidence since 2003, particularly in the Changhua-Yunlin area.
Called a “dummy” on his 2nd day in office? QSearch analyzes 860,000 posts about Chiang Wan-an; “these 2” nicknames are the most common
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
QSearch analyzed 860,000 online posts about Chiang Wan-an since he took office and found “寶立答B” and “蔣寶” to be the most common nicknames. Criticism surged after April 2026 and peaked in September, largely as puns spread in response to specific events.
Facts
QSearch analyzed about 860,000 online posts about Chiang Wan-an since he took office and grouped the criticism and mockery into 13 categories.
On his 2nd day in office, Chiang Wan-an was called a “dummy” by online users; on his 5th day, a city councilor criticized him as incapable.
In September 2026, 1 in every 7 posts mentioning Chiang Wan-an criticized or mocked him, and the volume reached 7 times its level in the previous three years.
After “寶立答B” went viral, the share of posts saying Chiang Wan-an “doesn’t answer the question” jumped from about 0.4% to 3.4%, or 8 times its original level.
In October 2026, 1 in every 20 posts mentioning Chiang Wan-an called him “蔣寶.”
力晶投控 spends NT$1 billion on treasury share buybacks! More than NT$186 million in share sale applications approved in 2 days; first round closes Nov. 6
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
力晶投控 has launched a NT$1 billion treasury share buyback plan, providing an outlet for shareholders of unlisted 力積電 to cash out. Applications for the first round close Nov. 6; applications worth more than NT$186 million have already been approved. The shares will be resold to employees to strengthen retention.
Facts
力晶創新投資控股公司 has launched a treasury share buyback plan totaling NT$1 billion.
力晶投控 announced a purchase price of NT$42 per share.
In just 2 trading days, 216 share sale applications were approved, totaling more than 4.4 million shares and over NT$186 million.
Applications for the first round of treasury share buybacks are expected to close on Nov. 6.
The shares bought back will be resold to employees at the purchase cost.
力積電 is the largest single shareholder of 力晶創新投資控股公司.
Taiwanese charm lives on in Wanhua! 5 distinctive shops get makeovers, linking Longshan Temple and Bopiliao to help visitors rediscover the old city’s appeal
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
臺北市商業處 has completed renovations at 5 distinctive shops around Bangka Park and updated the park’s landscaping. A presentation and walking tour will be held in November, aiming to connect local cultural attractions and boost Wanhua District’s commercial vitality and tourist appeal.
Facts
臺北市商業處’s “Taipei Revitalized” shop renewal program renovated 5 distinctive shops around Bangka Park this year.
The renovated businesses include specialty snack shops, vegetarian noodle eateries, a Japanese-style department store, a combined eyewear shop and café, and a nakashi entertainment venue.
The “Taipei Revitalized” program began in 2015 and has assisted 248 shops across the city, including 46 in Wanhua District.
Renovation work at Bangka Park was completed in October under the theme “Bangka Park Open Up,” aiming to open up the central axis for an unobstructed view of Longshan Temple.
臺北市商業處 Director Kao Chen-yuan said the hope is that the renovations will boost commercial vitality in the neighborhood.
The “Bangka Shop Renewal Results Presentation” will be held at Bangka Park on Nov. 1.
The “Taiwanese Charm in Bangka—New Chapter” walking tour will be held on Nov. 17, visiting promising shops around Bangka Park.
台積電 spends NT$38.8 billion to buy 友達’s Central Taiwan Science Park factory! Nearly 130,000 ping; may be used to expand “this advanced process”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
台積電 bought 友達’s Central Taiwan Science Park factory for NT$38.8 billion. Covering 130,000 ping, it is expected to be used to expand advanced-process capacity.
Not just medication and diet! New study reveals “1 thing” that can fight colorectal cancer and sharply lower the risks of recurrence and death
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A CHALLENGE study published in The New England Journal of Medicine in June 2025 found that colorectal cancer patients who took part in a structured 3-year exercise program increased their 5-year disease-free survival rate to 80.3% and lowered the risk of recurrence and death by 28%.
Facts
A large randomized clinical trial called CHALLENGE was published in The New England Journal of Medicine in June 2025.
The CHALLENGE study enrolled 889 patients with Stage III or high-risk Stage II colon cancer who had completed surgery and adjuvant chemotherapy.
The 5-year disease-free survival rate was 80.3% in the exercise group, compared with 73.9% in the control group.
The exercise group saw an approximately 28% reduction in the combined relative risk of disease recurrence, new cancer, or death.
Liu Boren said exercise can improve insulin sensitivity, regulate chronic inflammation, maintain muscle mass, and improve cardiopulmonary function.
26-year-old man ignores “1 warning sign” and faces lifelong dialysis! Doctor reveals “5 lifestyle habits” that are most damaging to the kidneys—many people don’t know about them
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Pan Huai-tsung, a professor at the Institute of Pharmacology, warned that kidney disease is affecting younger people. A 26-year-old man now needs lifelong dialysis after ignoring a warning sign of proteinuria. Pan said diabetes, high blood pressure, and glomerulonephritis are the main causes, and listed 5 kidney-damaging habits, urging people to get regular checkups to prevent their condition from worsening.
Facts
A 26-year-old office worker recently suffered a severe decline in kidney function and ultimately had to begin lifelong dialysis.
The patient had abnormal proteinuria in a health checkup many years ago, but failed to follow up and missed the opportunity for early intervention.
The 5 major warning signs of kidney abnormalities are foamy urine, swelling, high blood pressure, anemia, and fatigue.
For young people, glomerulonephritis is also one of the common causes of kidney failure.
Hsinchu City God Temple ranks only 2nd! Top attraction draws 2.47 million visitors, who praise its comfortable surroundings and say it’s a must-visit for family outings
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Data released by the Tourism Administration, Ministry of Transportation and Communications, for months 1-8 of 2026 showed Hsinchu Park topped the Hsinchu attractions list with 2.47 million visits, underscoring its popularity and versatility as an urban oasis.
Facts
From month 1 to month 8 of 2026, Hsinchu Park drew more than 2.47 million visitors, ranking first among Hsinchu’s popular attractions.
Hsinchu Park covers about 13 hectares and is the largest urban park in Hsinchu City.
Hsinchu City God Temple was built in 1748 during the Qianlong era of the Qing dynasty and is the highest-ranking and largest City God temple in Taiwan.
In recent years, Hsinchu Fishing Port has been transformed into a diverse harbor area combining seaside recreation and family activities, with the Wave Market and a seafood direct-sales center.
Three major institutional investors》Net selling tops NT$81.6 billion! Foreign investors turn bearish and dump NT$68.8 billion, while investment trusts buy for 13 straight sessions to prop up the market—who is catching the falling knife as Taiwan stocks drop 667 points?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Taiwan stocks plunged 667 points on the 29th as foreign investors posted net sales of NT$68.8 billion in a single day. Although investment trusts recorded net buying of NT$8.6 billion for 13 consecutive sessions, the three major institutional investors sold a combined more than NT$81.6 billion, sending the market below the 47,000-point mark.
Facts
Foreign investors ended their net-buying streak from the previous trading day and shifted to heavy net sales of NT$68.815 billion.
Investment trusts continued their net-buying streak, making net purchases for 13 consecutive trading days and adding NT$8.649 billion today.
The three major institutional investors recorded combined net sales of NT$81.666 billion, reflecting heavy selling pressure from institutional investors.
Taiwan stocks ended down 667.25 points at 46,368.33.
聯發科 plunged NT$190 today, a decline of 4.49%, to close at NT$4,045.
台積電 spends NT$38.8 billion to buy 友達’s Taichung plant! 友達 expects to book NT$18.5 billion in disposal gains; why did 廣達’s NT$19.7 billion plant purchase deal fall through?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
台積電 acquired phase 2 of 友達’s Taichung plant for NT$38.8 billion, and 友達 expects to book a gain of NT$18.5 billion. Meanwhile, 友達 ended the NT$19.7 billion deal to sell its Huaya plant to 廣達 because the parties failed to reach agreement on specifications and timing.
Facts
台積電 spent NT$38.8 billion to acquire the phase 2 plant and related facilities of 友達’s Taichung plant in Xitun District, Taichung City.
After deducting expenses and taxes from the sale of its Taichung plant, 友達 expects to book a disposal gain of about NT$18.5 billion.
友達’s planned NT$19.7 billion sale of its Huaya plant to 廣達 was terminated after the parties failed to reach an agreement.
The registered building area of phase 2 of 友達’s Taichung plant is about 129,800 ping.
友達 Chairman Peng Shuang-lang said plans to put the plant’s assets to use will be temporarily put on hold for now.
Unplugging devices really can save electricity! But never unplug these “7 types of appliances,” experts say: doing so uses more power and can make them break down more easily
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
U.S. appliance technology expert Tim Hodnicki said that although standby power accounts for 7.4% of electricity use in Taiwanese households, frequently unplugging and reconnecting 7 types of appliances, including refrigerators and washing machines, can put extra strain on the units and increase the risk of wear. Experts recommend saving electricity with switched power strips or by operating appliances properly, rather than unplugging them indiscriminately.
Facts
About 7.4% of electricity use in Taiwanese households comes from standby power.
U.S. appliance technology expert Tim Hodnicki warned that repeatedly cutting power to some appliances and restarting them can put extra strain on the units.
After a refrigerator is unplugged, its interior temperature gradually rises, which can cause food to spoil.
Many modern washing machines and dryers have electronic control systems, and frequently unplugging them may reset some settings.
Frequently unplugging and reconnecting high-power appliances such as ovens and induction cooktops can wear out contacts and create a risk of overheating.
Which Taiwanese airline makes the most money? The top airline posts monthly revenue of more than NT$22.8 billion! Passengers praise its smooth takeoffs and landings and high-quality in-flight meals
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
In month 9 of 2026, revenue for all 4 major Taiwanese airlines reached record highs for the same period. 中華航空 topped the list with monthly revenue of NT$20.933 billion, followed closely by 長榮航空. Benefiting from the peak travel season and AI cargo demand, 星宇航空 led in year-over-year growth at 68.89%, reflecting strong performance across the industry.
Facts
星宇航空’s revenue in month 9 of 2026 rose 68.89% year over year, the highest growth rate among the 4 major Taiwanese airlines.
長榮航空’s cumulative revenue for the first three quarters of 2026 was NT$194.380 billion, ahead of 中華航空’s NT$185.920 billion.
中華航空’s cargo revenue in month 9 rose 41.82% year over year, mainly benefiting from shipments of products related to the AI supply chain.
台灣虎航 maintained an average passenger load factor of more than 9 tenths in month 9 of 2026, with an average load factor of 91% for the first three quarters.
Hsu Hsin-ying aide accused of spreading “poll with unknown source” and claiming support exceeds half; Cheng Chao-fang team says it will sue and has completed evidence collection
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The team of DPP Hsinchu County magistrate candidate Cheng Chao-fang accused Chen Yi-ho, campaign secretary for KMT candidate Hsu Hsin-ying, of circulating poll graphics without legally required information. The team said it had collected LINE records, filed a complaint with the election commission, and brought a lawsuit. Hsu’s team denied the allegations and reserved the right to pursue legal action.
Facts
Luo Tzu-huai, spokesperson for Cheng Chao-fang’s campaign office, and lawyer Wang Yu-wen went to the Hsinchu County Election Commission to file a complaint.
Chen Yi-ho, secretary on Hsu Hsin-ying’s campaign team, is suspected of circulating poll graphics from an unknown source in at least 5 LINE groups.
The circulating poll graphic showed Hsu Hsin-ying with 56.4% support and Cheng Chao-fang with 36.9%.
Cheng Chao-fang’s team said Chen Yi-ho’s actions may constitute the offense under Article 104 of the Election and Recall Act of intending to prevent someone from being elected, and filed a criminal complaint.
Under the Election and Recall Act, those who distribute polling data without legally required information may face a fine of up to NT$2 million.
《環球時報》 editorial issues stern warning that Hello Kitty and its company should not dance with Japanese right-wing forces.
The second season of VIVANT is expected to premiere in month 7 of 2026.
Chinese state media outlet 《人民日報》 criticized the torture scenes in the drama as atrocities committed by the Japanese military during its invasion of China.
Companies mentioned：三麗鷗、Sanrio、《金融時報》、《環球時報》、《人民日報》、DGA Group
Not salmon or milkfish! Doctor recommends eating more of “these 3 kinds of fish”: they can lower the risk of diabetes and improve cholesterol and blood pressure
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Family medicine physician Li Szu-hsien shared research showing that after people with prediabetes ate 2 cans of sardines per week for a year, the proportion at very high risk of diabetes fell sharply and metabolic indicators improved. Since sardines are harder to find in Taiwan, he recommends mackerel and Pacific saury as alternatives.
Facts
After older adults with prediabetes ate 2 cans of sardines per week for a year, the proportion at very high risk of diabetes fell from 37.3% to 7.7%.
Insulin resistance fell significantly in the sardine group, blood pressure improved, and triglycerides declined by 11.13 mg/dL
The proportion of Omega-3 fatty acids in red blood cell membranes increased among participants in the sardine group, while the proportion of Omega-6 fell
Taurine levels in participants also rose, a change associated with blood sugar regulation, antioxidant effects and anti-inflammatory effects
Doctors say mackerel and Pacific saury can be used instead of sardines because both are also rich in Omega-3 and taurine
In graphics: Why do old apartment buildings in Taiwan have steps at the entrance? It’s not bad design by developers—there’s an old regulation behind it that many people don’t know about
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This article explores the regulatory origins of steps at the entrances of old apartment buildings in Taiwan, noting that they stem from the Building Act’s 1971 requirements on drainage and elevation. As the population ages, this design has become an obstacle to accessibility. The government offers subsidies to help make improvements, but the difficulty varies depending on space constraints.
Facts
Article 43 of the Building Act, as amended and promulgated on December 22, 1971, already stipulated the elevation relationship between roads, building sites and ground-floor floors.
Under Article 43 of the current Building Act, the ground level of a building site must be higher than the road surface at the adjoining road boundary.
Under Article 31 of the Building Design and Construction section of the Building Technical Regulations, a floor laid directly on the ground must be at least 45 centimeters above ground level.
Interior Ministry statistics from 2022 show that nearly 540,000 older people in Taiwan live in apartment buildings without elevators.
For accessibility improvements to existing homes, the subsidy is capped at 45% of the total cost of approved items.
On September 8, 2026, the Interior Ministry amended the Guidelines for Subsidy Applications for Accessibility Improvements to Existing Homes.
In the 1960s, four- and five-story walk-up apartment buildings gradually became an important form of residential development in Taiwan.
Why is there a ball on the end of a motorcycle brake lever? It’s not for looks! Its real purpose revealed: you really can’t do without it
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This article explains the safety purpose of the ball-shaped end of a motorcycle brake lever and the function of a groove as a break point, and mentions relevant regulations in the UK and elsewhere.
Facts
The ball-shaped end of a motorcycle brake lever is mainly designed to reduce the risk of the lever impaling a rider in a crash.
The UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency requires the end of a motorcycle brake lever to have a radius of curvature of at least 7 millimeters.
The groove on a brake lever is a deliberately designed break point intended to prevent the entire lever from breaking.
When a motorcycle with a brake lever featuring a break point falls and hits the ground, only a small outer section containing the ball will break off.
The UK motorcycle racing governing body ACU requires flat-shaped levers to be at least 14 millimeters thick.
A typhoon day off in November? He spotted a strange-looking path for Typhoon In-fa, and experts weigh in
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Weather expert Jia Xinxing clarified that Typhoon In-fa is expected to move away from Taiwan and have no impact on the island. He also warned that three surges of the northeast monsoon will bring rain from late October to early November. The public should watch for changing weather and carry rain gear.
Facts
Typhoon In-fa will have no impact on Taiwan
Typhoon In-fa has weakened from a severe typhoon to a moderate typhoon
Original煙花颱風中心氣壓為945百帕
Typhoon In-fa has maximum sustained winds near its center of 43 meters per second
Taiwan may be affected by three surges of the northeast monsoon in the coming days
The northeast monsoon will strengthen after noon on November 2
NT$7500 gone in an instant! Violating the rules as soon as you enter a metro station gets you refused entry and fined—many people in Taiwan don’t know this rule
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台北捷運公司 issued Halloween costume rules for passengers, prohibiting masks that conceal facial features and outfits associated with horror. Those who violate the rules and refuse to comply after being warned may be denied service or fined up to NT$7,500, in order to maintain public safety and order.
Facts
台北捷運公司 reminded passengers that unusual costumes are generally allowed on the metro during Halloween, but must not affect public safety or raise security concerns.
Except for legitimate reasons such as medical care, work or emergencies, passengers may not wear gas masks, respirators, helmets, masks, face coverings or other items that make their facial features difficult to identify.
Costumes that evoke terrorist attacks, resemble armed personnel, or could cause public panic or raise security concerns may be restricted.
If a passenger’s costume raises safety concerns and they do not make changes after being warned by station staff, Taipei Metro may refuse to carry them under the rules and, if necessary, ask police to remove or escort them from the premises.
Under the Mass Rapid Transit Act, anyone who obstructs station or train personnel from checking tickets or performing their duties may be fined between NT$1,500 and NT$7,500.
Even after years without Labor Insurance coverage, you can still get retirement benefits! A 65-year-old man with only 9 years of coverage can receive NT$270,000—Labor Insurance Bureau reveals a little-known retirement benefit
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The Labor Insurance Bureau said that years of coverage remain valid even after a long break in Labor Insurance contributions, and people can claim a lump-sum old-age benefit or an annuity based on their years of coverage. Those with at least 15 years of combined Labor Insurance and National Pension coverage can choose to receive both pensions from age 65, helping secure their retirement.
Facts
Years of Labor Insurance coverage accumulated before a long break remain valid, and people who meet the eligibility requirements can apply for Labor Insurance old-age benefits under the law.
Those with less than 15 years of Labor Insurance coverage who meet the age requirement can claim a lump-sum old-age benefit.
Those with at least 15 years of Labor Insurance coverage can apply for monthly old-age pension benefits.
Labor Insurance lump-sum old-age benefits and National Pension old-age annuity benefits can be claimed separately; the 2 schemes do not conflict.
Since the new Labor Insurance system took effect on January 1, year 98 of the Republic of China calendar, the eligibility requirements have been relaxed.
Labor Insurance is employment-based insurance. People who are not actually working should not be enrolled under someone else’s name, or they may lose eligibility.
Germany and Japan may be far apart, but they’re neighbors! Merz visits Tokyo, focuses talks with Sanae Takaichi on defense industry, nuclear fusion and drones
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German Chancellor Merz and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi met in Tokyo on October 28, 2026, and signed several agreements on the defense industry, nuclear fusion and drones, aiming to strengthen supply chain resilience and deepen economic security cooperation.
Facts
German Chancellor Merz and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi met at the Prime Minister’s Office in Tokyo on October 28, 2026, and issued a joint statement.
German startup Proxima Fusion and 藤倉公司 signed a letter of intent on cooperation in fusion energy.
Quantum Systems plans to establish an industrial manufacturing base in Japan and expand its drone business.
The economic ministries of Germany and Japan launched a raw materials cooperation initiative to reduce reliance on supplies from China.
Japan is expected to be the partner country at the 2028 Hannover Messe.
Taiwan’s new attraction opens 10/31! A 39-hectare park with free admission, beautiful scenery and a wide range of activities—see transport, address and highlights
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The 2026 Xinshe Flower Sea and Taichung International Flower Carpet Festival will be held in Taichung’s Xinshe District from October 31 to November 22, featuring a dessert-themed flower sea created with Sanrio IP and offering free shuttle buses and food-and-farming experiences.
Facts
This year’s flower carpet festival is themed “Dessert Kingdom” and features 7 Sanrio characters, including Hello Kitty, with a 19-meter-tall dessert castle as its main floral display.
The park plans to feature about 12.5 hectares of flower fields, with the overall event area covering about 39.5 hectares. Nearly 110,000 flowering plants of 33 varieties will be planted.
The event will offer 5 free shuttle routes: the Fengyuan, Taiyuan, Songzhu and Dongshi routes, as well as a loop route around the venue.
Advertising queen in hot water? She blasts “Wan-an Eliminates Three Evils” as a copy of a Chiang campaign team’s work; Chuang Shu-fen calls for an end to hostilities today, says she has no intention of joining election disputes
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Campaign material modeled on a movie poster has circulated during the Taipei mayoral race, prompting Chuang Shu-fen to accuse Chiang Wan-an’s team of plagiarism. Chiang’s campaign office clarified that it was not officially produced and filed a police report. Chuang later said she had no intention of getting involved in election disputes and was simply calling for a truce from a branding perspective.
Facts
Campaign material modeled on the movie poster for “The Pig, the Snake and the Pigeon” has circulated online with the slogan “Wan-an Eliminates Three Evils,” depicting Chiang Wan-an as the armed protagonist taking down Shen Po-yang, Chien Shu-pei and Miao Po-ya.
Original奧美大中華區前CEO莊淑芬在社群上抨擊蔣萬安為了選舉，大剌剌抄襲電影海報。
Chiang Wan-an’s campaign office issued a statement clarifying that neither the Taipei City Government nor the campaign office produced, published or authorized the controversial image, and said it had filed a police report.
Chuang Shu-fen said she was acting purely to protect the brand and had no intention of taking part in election disputes. She added that, from one perspective, plagiarism is also the greatest compliment.
The controversial image is labeled “produced by the Information Bureau,” but the Taipei City Government has no such department.
Chao Shao-kang riles up blue-camp supporters again! Hsieh Han-ping can’t hold back and blasts him: Stop causing trouble before the election
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Media personality Chao Shao-kang revealed behind-the-scenes details of the breakdown of the blue-white alliance in the 2024 election, saying Ko Wen-je humiliated Hou Yu-ih and sparked discontent among the KMT camp. Media personality Hsieh Han-ping voiced support for Chao and called for an end to infighting in the final stage before the election, urging the camps to focus on consolidating votes to win.
Facts
Chao Shao-kang said that during the 2024 presidential election, KMT candidate Hou Yu-ih took the initiative to approach TPP candidate Ko Wen-je about cooperation, but Ko humiliated him, saying, “You won’t win; you’re in 3rd place.”
Hsieh Han-ping said Chao Shao-kang spoke out because he felt aggrieved, believing that he had helped save the KMT at a critical moment back then and that his contributions should not be overlooked.
Hsieh Han-ping criticized the KMT as being full of people acting out of spite, questioning why personal grudges within the party were being placed above winning the election.
Hsieh Han-ping said the fundamental reason the blue-white alliance fell apart was that both sides wanted to be in charge, not simply because Ko Wen-je had insulted Hou.
5-year-old girl develops breasts! Doctor reveals cause of precocious puberty: “2 everyday products” are to blame, and many people have them at home
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Ling Yi-chih, a pediatrician at Taipei Municipal Wanfang Hospital, said a 5-year-old girl sought medical care after developing breast enlargement and was diagnosed with premature thelarche. Long-term exposure to cosmetics and plastic products containing environmental hormones was suspected as the cause. Her symptoms improved after changes were made to her environment.
Facts
After blood tests, a bone-age assessment and a pelvic ultrasound, the 5-year-old girl was found to have a bone age of about 8 years, but true precocious puberty was ruled out and she was diagnosed with premature thelarche.
The doctor suspects that the main causes of the child’s abnormal development were her frequent imitation of adults using cosmetics and nail polish, exposure to fragrances, and the large number of plastic toys at home.
Some cosmetics, fragrances and plastic products may contain environmental hormones such as phthalates. Long-term accumulation in the body can trigger breast development.
For premature thelarche caused by environmental factors, the key is to quickly identify and remove the source. Children should be kept away from cosmetics and fragrances.
Explainer》Improperly discarding a deceased person’s belongings could result in a fine! How should phones, clothes and mattresses be handled? 4 steps at a glance
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The article outlines four key steps for handling a family member’s belongings after their death: confirm ownership of the estate to avoid legal disputes; deal with phones, digital accounts and privacy; dispel the legal misconception that clothing and bedding must be discarded; and explain in detail the rules for sorting, recycling and disposing of old clothes, quilts and mattresses.
Facts
Under Articles 1147 and 1151 of the Civil Code, inheritance begins when the deceased dies. Until the estate is divided, it is jointly owned by all heirs, and any disposition requires their unanimous consent.
Apple has an official “Legacy Contact” feature. Users can designate someone they trust during their lifetime, and after their death, that contact can provide an access key and death certificate to request access to specific data.
The Resource Recycling Administration of the Ministry of Environment said quilts, pillows, bedsheets and bed covers are not accepted as part of regular used-clothing recycling.
In Taipei City, for example, discarded household spring mattresses are classified as bulky waste. Residents must book a collection time and location with their local cleaning team in advance and cannot simply move the mattress to the roadside.
Current laws do not stipulate that all belongings used by a deceased person must be discarded. Some belongings are subject to inheritance rights, while clothing and bedding must be recycled according to different regulations.
The article explains that after banks close at 3:30 p.m., employees still have to handle tedious account reconciliation, back-office operations and performance tracking, debunking the misconception that bank employees finish work early.
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The shutters at banks and post offices come down promptly at 3:30 p.m.
When banks reconcile their accounts, cash and computer records must match exactly. If they are off by 1 dollar, no one can leave.
Anti-money laundering regulations require bank employees to review suspicious transactions and write reports.
Bank employees are responsible for performance targets involving funds, insurance and credit cards, and review them at evening meetings.
Power demand from data centers rises 31% annually! SEMI forum focuses on energy resilience; Taipower reveals grid plans for the next 15 years
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The SEMI GESA Forum focused on energy resilience, with Taipower Chairman Tseng Wen-sheng explaining future power plans. To meet soaring electricity demand driven by AI and the semiconductor industry, Taipower will expand power generation development and grid construction.
Facts
TrendForce estimates that global data center power demand capacity will reach 161 GW in 2026, an annual increase of about 31%.
Taipower estimates that semiconductor industry electricity consumption will grow by more than 1 times by 2035 compared with 2026.
Taipower plans to add about 26 GW of natural gas-fired generation capacity nationwide from 2026 to 2035.
The electricity consumption of about 20 server racks with GB200／NVL72 systems is equivalent to that of a Taipower building.
Taipower plans to build and expand 43 substations over the next 15 years, adding about 1,922 kilometers of power lines.
Brazen! Foreign Ministry legislative liaison “takes over press seats and leaves trash”; when a reporter calls him out, he snaps back: “What the hell?”
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The Legislative Yuan’s Foreign Affairs and National Defense Committee held a special report on workplace bullying on the 29th. Yu Cheng-han, a Foreign Ministry legislative liaison, sparked controversy after occupying a press seat and snapping at a reporter, “What the hell? Is that really necessary?” The incident stood in ironic contrast to his department’s stated position of thoroughly investigating bullying.
Facts
The Legislative Yuan’s Foreign Affairs and National Defense Committee scheduled a special report on workplace bullying for the 29th.
Yu Cheng-han, a Foreign Ministry legislative liaison, placed his personal bag and belongings in a press seat.
After being reminded, Yu Cheng-han snapped at the reporter, saying, “What the hell? Is that really necessary?”
The Foreign Ministry’s report said it would handle workplace bullying according to the principles of “thorough investigation under the law, no concealment, and no wrongful punishment or exoneration.”
The report invited five agencies, including the Ministry of National Defense, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the National Security Bureau.
Going global! Hi-Q 中華健康生技 presents major breakthrough in human clinical trials of small-molecule fucoidan at international symposium in Japan
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Hi-Q 中華健康生技 announced a clinical breakthrough involving its patented small-molecule fucoidan, showing that it can significantly improve grip strength in older adults. The findings were presented at an international symposium in Japan, as the company launched patent filings in the United States and Taiwan to expand into the health and wellness market.
Facts
Hi-Q 中華健康生技’s research has received international recognition, with a double-blind randomized controlled trial confirming the effectiveness of its patented small-molecule fucoidan.
After regularly taking the supplement for 12 weeks, adults aged 60 and older saw a significant improvement in grip strength.
The improvement of 64.7% reached the threshold for a clinically “perceptible” effect.
The research has been published in an international journal and was presented in Yokohama, Japan, at the “12th International Conference on Polyphenols and Health and 9th International Conference on Food Factors” (ICPH/ICoFF 2026).
The company has launched patent filings with the Intellectual Property Office of the Ministry of Economic Affairs and the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
Women’s Support Association established; Chang Chia-chun unveils women’s policy white paper and promotes 4 initiatives for happiness
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Chang Chia-chun, a candidate for Yunlin County magistrate, held an inauguration event for her Women’s Support Association on the 29th and unveiled a women’s policy white paper covering support for pregnancy and childbirth, child-rearing, employment and entrepreneurship. Senior politicians including Eric Chu and Chang Li-shan attended to show their support. The initiative aims to build a gender-friendly environment and win women’s votes.
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Chang Chia-chun unveiled a women’s policy white paper at the inauguration event for her Women’s Support Association, proposing four initiatives for women’s well-being.
Chang Chia-chun proposed an annual child-rearing allowance of 12000 dollars for children aged 0 to 6.
Kuan Shu-hua will serve as president of the Women’s Support Association, with Legislator Hsu Yu-chen as its convener.
Chang Chia-chun plans to provide transportation subsidies for pregnant women and rides to prenatal checkups across townships in remote areas.
For women who have left the workforce, practical courses will be offered on using AI tools and running e-commerce businesses.
Former KMT Chairman Eric Chu praised Chang Chia-chun in his remarks, calling her a filial daughter with experience working hard at the grassroots level.
Taiwanese department store announces closure: “Clearance sale with prices starting at 1-tenth of original prices”; after 30 years in business, its final day of operations is revealed
The store is closing because its 30-year lease has expired and the company is rethinking its future strategy.
A clearance sale will run during its final two days, October 30 and 31, with storewide prices starting at 1-tenth of original prices and tens of thousands of clothing items starting at NT$100.
The building’s owner, 樂富一號不動產投資信託基金, plans to redevelop it, with an international hotel chain expected to move into floors 9 and above.
Once a leading candidate for China’s foreign minister, Liu Jianchao reportedly demoted in a “precipitous fall”; sources say his problems are “more serious than Qin Gang’s”
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Former head of the Chinese Communist Party’s International Department Liu Jianchao was reportedly demoted in a “precipitous fall” from ministerial level to division level over suspected serious violations of law and discipline, and expelled from the Central Committee. Liu Haixing has taken over his post, and sources say Liu Jianchao’s problems are more serious than those of former Foreign Minister Qin Gang.
Facts
Liu Jianchao was expelled from the Central Committee, and Liu Haixing has taken over his post as head of the International Department.
Sources say Liu Jianchao’s problems are more serious than those of former Foreign Minister Qin Gang.
Liu Jianchao’s last public appearance as head of the International Department was during a visit to Algeria last July.
Liu Jianchao was once seen as a leading contender to become China’s foreign minister.
Japanese semiconductor giant Advantest posts huge profit! Taiwan becomes its largest market globally, accounting for more than half of shipments and revenue; supply will still fall short of demand in 2027
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Japanese semiconductor testing equipment maker 愛德萬測試 reported record revenue and profit in its July-September 2026 results. Taiwan contributed more than half of its revenue, making it the company’s largest single market. Buoyed by strong demand for AI chips, the company sharply raised its full-year revenue forecast to 1.863 trillion yen and expects equipment supply to remain tight in 2027.
Facts
愛德萬測試 reported revenue of 477.7 billion yen in July-September 2026, up 81.7% year on year, and operating profit of 266.8 billion yen, up 146%.
Revenue from Taiwan reached 261.3 billion yen in July-September 2026, accounting for 54.7% of the company’s global revenue and up 126.4% from the same period last year.
愛德萬測試 raised its full-year revenue forecast for the year ending March 2027 from 1.714 trillion yen to 1.863 trillion yen.
Revenue from SoC testing equipment reached 353.3 billion yen in July-September 2026, making it the company’s main source of growth.
愛德萬測試 decided to carry out a share buyback of up to 280 billion yen and raise its interim dividend per share from 29 yen to 49 yen.
Health insurance covers 5.02 million tablets a year! Heart failure drug recalled in 8 batches over excessive impurities
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The Taiwan Food and Drug Administration received a report from 瑩碩生技 stating that stability tests found excessive impurities in its Heartcare film-coated tablets, prompting a precautionary recall of 8 batches. The drug is used at a rate of 5.02 million tablets a year. The manufacturer must complete the recall by November 6, and there is no risk of a domestic shortage because alternatives are available.
Facts
The Taiwan Food and Drug Administration announced a recall of Heartcare tablets in two strengths: 1.25 milligrams and 2.5 milligrams.
The drug was recalled after stability tests found impurity levels above the upper limit of the testing specifications.
Annual use of the drug in these two strengths is about 5.02 million tablets.
The manufacturer is 瑩碩生技醫藥股份有限公司.
The manufacturer must complete the recall by November 6.
It’s not lard! The “1 type of oil” Taiwanese people love to eat is highly toxic，doctor warns: Consuming too much could cause a heart attack；the sooner you quit，the better
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Taipei Veterans General Hospital physician 張家銘 stressed the importance of choosing the right types of fats，warning that trans fats are extremely harmful and should be avoided，and recommending adjustments to the ratio of Omega fatty acids to protect cardiovascular health。
Facts
張家銘，an attending physician in the Division of Medical Genetics in the Department of Women’s Medicine at Taipei Veterans General Hospital，said that if you see “partially hydrogenated vegetable oil” on a package，put it back；the sooner you quit，the better。
Trans fats raise bad cholesterol while lowering good cholesterol，causing double the harm。
The ideal ratio of Omega-6 to Omega-3 is below 4:1，but the ratio in most modern diets is as high as 15:1 or even more extreme。
Studies show that high cholesterol in childhood greatly increases the likelihood of becoming part of a high-risk group later in life。
Monounsaturated fats are recognized by the medical community as one of the most beneficial fats for heart health；they can lower bad cholesterol while maintaining or raising good cholesterol。
Using your phone to get online on the high-speed rail，which telecom carrier works best? Tests of 3 major carriers show “this 1 has the fastest speeds”；the stretch with the weakest signal revealed
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The Consumers’ Foundation released results of 5G tests on the high-speed rail，with 中華電信 recording the fastest speeds。To address weak signals in tunnels and certain areas，台灣高鐵 has launched a NT$2 billion upgrade plan，with improvements to service across the line expected in 2027。
Facts
In 5G tests across the entire high-speed rail line，中華電信 recorded an average download speed of 159Mbps，the highest among the 3 major telecom carriers。
The Consumers’ Foundation commissioned 電信技術中心 to conduct 5G tests across the entire high-speed rail line on March 18，2026，during off-peak hours on a weekday。
In areas including Yongkang in Tainan and Zaoqiao in Miaoli，中華電信，台灣大哥大，and 遠傳電信 were all limited to 4G。
台灣高鐵 has launched the “High-Speed Rail 2.0” communications quality upgrade plan across the entire line，with about NT$2 billion earmarked for equipment replacement。
In 5G tests on the high-speed rail，遠傳電信 recorded an average download speed of 122.27Mbps and a 5G availability rate of 85.31%，ranking last。
Carbon-cutting measures are pushing the auto industry toward collapse：Germany and France join forces to challenge the EU’s “ban on combustion-engine cars” and seek a higher “Made in Europe” share
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Germany and France have reached a consensus on urging the EU to lower its 2035 emissions-reduction target for new cars from 100% to 90% and waive the requirement to offset the remaining emissions，preserving room for sales of combustion-engine and hybrid vehicles and safeguarding the competitiveness of Europe’s auto industry。
Facts
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron pushed for a common position during the EU summit，planning to lower the 2035 emissions-reduction target for new cars from 100% to 90%。
The German-French proposal recommends scrapping the requirement to offset the remaining 10% of emissions through other measures，giving automakers more flexibility in product planning。
The European Commission proposed a change of course in December 2025，planning to lower the reduction target to 90%。
The German-French proposal calls for no changes to the utility factor for plug-in hybrid vehicles before 2030。
Major German automakers include 福斯，BMW，and 賓士，which hold important positions in the global market。
Germany’s president visits China while its chancellor visits Japan to discuss Taiwan Strait peace：Foreign Ministry says it will deepen cooperation with Japan and Germany
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German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier visited China，while Chancellor Friedrich Merz met with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and issued a joint statement reaffirming the importance of preserving peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and opposing any attempt to change the status quo by force。Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomed the statement，saying it reflects an international consensus，and said it will deepen cooperation with Japan and Germany。
Facts
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier arrived in China on the 27th for a 5-day state visit。
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz met with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and issued a joint statement。
The Japan-Germany joint statement stressed the importance of maintaining peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait。
Taiwan Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung welcomed and thanked the Japanese and German leaders for expressing deep concern about issues concerning the Taiwan Strait。
The leaders of Japan and Germany reiterated that maritime disputes must be resolved in accordance with international law, including the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea.
Taiwan will continue to deepen exchanges and cooperation in all fields with like-minded countries, including Japan and Germany.
A joint statement by Japan and Germany expressed concern over the growing use of economic coercion, including arbitrary export controls on critical minerals.
Are financial stocks still worth buying? 元大金's market value tops NT$1 trillion; Xie Jinhua reviews the price-to-book ratios of 5 companies: an era of robust financial strength
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元大金控's market value has topped NT$1 trillion. Xie Jinhua said Taiwan's financial industry has historically low non-performing loan ratios and its best-ever coverage ratios, while price-to-book ratios have risen substantially. By contrast, China's banking sector is mired in a bad-debt crisis, leaving Taiwan's financial industry in a golden age.
Facts
元大金控 shares topped NT$73, making it Taiwan's fifth financial holding company with a market value exceeding NT$1 trillion.
Taiwan's financial industry is seeing its best-ever non-performing loan ratios and bad-debt coverage ratios.
華南金 has a price-to-book ratio of 2.87 times, placing it among the leaders.
None of China's 42 banks has a price-to-book ratio above 1.
星展銀行's wealth management revenue and profit rose 42% year over year in the first half.
光陽 and 山葉 both lose! This is September's top-selling scooter, praised by owners for its fuel efficiency, durability, roomy storage, and easy maintenance: a commuter's dream
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三陽（SYM）'s new Duke 125 sold 6,119 units in September, with an 8.72% market share, ranking first.
三陽（SYM）'s Duke 125 sold 6,008 units in September, with an 8.56% market share, ranking second.
山葉（Yamaha）'s Jog 125 sold 4,649 units in September, with a 6.62% market share, ranking third.
三陽（SYM）'s Jet SL+ 158 sold 4,392 units in September, with a 6.26% market share, ranking fourth.
光陽（KYMCO）'s K1 Special Edition sold 4,191 units in September, with a 5.97% market share, ranking fifth.
三陽（SYM）'s Woo 115 sold 2,415 units in September, with a 3.44% market share, ranking sixth.
蔣萬安 collapses from exhaustion: latest health update revealed! He may lose his voice at the 10/31 debate; wife 石舫亘 responds
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蔣萬安, a candidate for Taipei mayor in the 2026 local elections, caught a cold from overwork and developed symptoms of losing his voice. He canceled his schedule to rest ahead of the 10/31 debate, while his wife, 石舫亘, canvassed on his behalf.
Facts
蔣萬安 canceled all remaining engagements because he was unwell, and his wife, 石舫亘, campaigned on his behalf.
蔣萬安 caught a cold from overwork and developed a cough, phlegm in his throat, and slight loss of voice.
石舫亘 responded only, “Thank you for your concern,” when asked by the media.
Rival candidate 沈伯洋 said his campaign team could adjust its plans at any time if the campaign schedule needed flexibility.
No Nike or adidas shoes! Insiders recommend 1 brand instead: versatile and comfortable, and you can walk 20,000 steps hiking without getting tired. “So comfortable, I bought every color”
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An ankle boot from Japanese value-fashion brand GU has gone viral after online users reported excellent performance on a strenuous hike at Alishan. The shoe offers good traction and support at an affordable price, prompting lively discussion and a buying rush on social media.
Facts
An ankle boot from Japanese value-fashion brand GU has sparked lively discussion on Threads.
One user wore the ankle boots on a trip to Alishan, walking and hiking uphill at a strenuous pace for several consecutive days without any discomfort.
During the Alishan trip, the user walked nearly 20,000 steps on one day.
The ankle boots are priced at less than a thousand New Taiwan dollars.
The user said the shoe's sole is not overly hard and provides sufficient support.
The shoe's platform sole creates the appearance of added height and a slimmer silhouette.
A GU editor expressed surprise at the shoe's popularity, exclaiming, “That's amazing.”
Examination Yuan approves lower staffing-rank threshold for junior high schools; new rules take effect on New Year's Day next year
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The Examination Yuan approved a change to the staffing and accounting director rank thresholds at junior high schools, lowering the class-count requirement from 70 to 50 to cover more schools and balance responsibilities with compensation.
Facts
The Examination Yuan's plenary meeting approved changes to the rank standards for junior high school personnel and accounting office directors.
The class-count threshold for appointment to grades 7 to 8 was lowered from 70 classes to 50.
The new standards take effect on January 1, 116.
There are currently 724 junior high schools nationwide, of which 22 have at least 70 classes.
With the threshold lowered to 50 classes, the rules will apply to 110 schools, or 15.19% of the total.
New conscript fitness standards take effect today: What is the difference between grades A and B? Taiwan's immunity rate reaches “this figure”—would someone who is 145 cm tall have to serve?
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The Ministry of National Defense and Ministry of the Interior revised the Standards for Classification of Physical Conditions, effective October 28. The changes adjust BMI, height, and medical exemption thresholds and split alternative service into grades A and B to narrow differences in exemption rates and ensure fairness in military service.
Facts
The Ministry of National Defense and Ministry of the Interior formally promulgated the revised Standards for Classification of Physical Conditions, effective October 28.
Under the new rules, a BMI below 14 or above 45 qualifies for the corresponding medical exemption classification.
Under the new rules, alternative service fitness classifications are divided into grades A and B.
1% Recommended Weekly Reading》What happens after an exhibition ends? Health means more than just not being sick, plus other perspectives on style
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This week's selection features three articles exploring how young designers can enter the market, cross-sector collaboration trends in the health industry, and 小諸蒸餾所's international plans for its new whisky.
Facts
The 2026 Taiwan Design Expo's “Youth in Convergence” brings together creations by Taoyuan high school and vocational school students and university students, the Taoyuan Design Award, and work from the Taiwan-Japan-Korea International Student Design Workshop.
任亞洲大學 assistant professor Dr. Lin Zhengyuan said future developments worth watching in the health industry include cooperation among different professions with clearly defined boundaries.
KOMORO ORIGIN, the first single malt whisky from 小諸蒸餾所 in Nagano Prefecture, Japan, will officially go on sale in Japan on November 7, 2026.
The first release of KOMORO ORIGIN comes in 700ml bottles, with a limited run of 4,000 bottles.
新加坡航空 has added KOMORO ORIGIN to the exclusive drink list for its Suites and First Class cabins.
Explore North Cross-Island Highway on 13 themed itineraries! Lala Mountain earns international dark-sky certification; free shuttles and a voucher for checking in
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桃園市政府 announced that Lala Mountain has received international dark-sky certification and launched the “2026 Explore North Cross-Island Highway” campaign, offering 13 themed itineraries and free shuttle buses, along with digital rewards to promote low-carbon travel.
Facts
Original拉拉山於10月14日正式通過國際暗空協會（IDA）認證為「都市周邊暗空地點」
桃園市政府 officially launched the “2026 Explore North Cross-Island Highway” series of events.
For the first time, the city government is offering a 2-day, 1-night in-depth “Lala Mountain stargazing” tour.
Free holiday shuttle buses on the North Cross-Island Highway will stop at 4 locations on a loop route.
Collect two points to redeem a NT$100 voucher from participating businesses or virtual points.
A total of 13 themed itineraries have been planned.
Participating travel agencies include 中青旅, 原森旅行, and 大島台灣.
中原大學 held the Chung Yuan Sustainability Carnival on October 28, unveiling an ESG assessment framework designed for small and medium-sized enterprises and presenting its inaugural CESG Sustainability Awards to 13 companies. The initiative aims to connect government, industry, and academia resources to help businesses in Taoyuan make the transition to sustainability.
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中原大學 held the Chung Yuan Sustainability Carnival on October 28 and presented its inaugural CESG Sustainability Awards.
中原大學's Net-Zero Transition and Sustainability Center unveiled an ESG assessment framework designed for small and medium-sized enterprises, with the questionnaire streamlined to 60 questions.
The ESG assessment framework covers four major dimensions, and about 91.7% of it corresponds to international sustainability reporting standards.
The inaugural CESG Sustainability Awards recognized 13 companies for their work in green transformation, inclusion and well-being, and corporate governance.
捷騰光電 and 鑫野智動工業 received the Sustainability Role Model Award at the inaugural CESG Sustainability Awards.
中原大學 professor Chen Qipeng focuses on the resilience value and biodiversity of ponds in the face of climate change.
Chen Guan-yu questions the Zheng family, is told to “be careful,” and slams Hsinchu County’s need for a “transformation to Zhengyi”
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Chen Guan-yu, a candidate for Zhubei City representative, questioned the financial flows and land controversies involving the family of Cheng Chao-fang, the DPP candidate for Hsinchu County magistrate, and publicly challenged President Lai Ching-te on the consistency of his anti-black-gold stance, demanding that the Zheng family directly address the allegations.
Facts
Chen Guan-yu, a candidate for Zhubei City representative, posted on Facebook on the 28th, questioning controversies involving Cheng Chao-fang’s family
Chen Guan-yu said Hsinchu County should transform into “Zhengyi” if people have to worry about their safety for questioning the Zheng family
Chen Guan-yu publicly questioned whether Lai Ching-te and the DPP apply consistent standards in opposing black gold
The county government’s debt under Zheng Yongjin was questioned as having reached 422億元 and fallen to 72億元
Chen Guan-yu mentioned controversies involving Cheng Chao-fang’s elder brother, Cheng Chao-han, including a tea business in China
Chen Guan-yu voiced concern that a high-profile judicial investigation involving media figures could affect press freedom
Homeowners, take note! How is the 2026 land value tax calculated? New Taipei’s announced land values rose 9.54%; forgetting 1 thing could make the tax bill jump 4 times
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The 2026 land value tax will be levied in November, with announced land values generally rising. New Taipei City’s increase is nearly 10%. Tax authorities warned homeowners that if they do not apply for the owner-occupied residential tax rate, their tax burden will rise sharply, and recommended applying as soon as possible to save on future taxes.
Facts
The 2026 (115年) land value tax will be levied starting November 1, with payment due by November 30.
This year is the scheduled adjustment year for announced land values, which are adjusted once every 2 years. The nationwide average announced land value rose 5.24% compared with 113年.
New Taipei City’s announced land value increase of 9.54% is one of the main reasons owner-occupied homeowners’ tax bills could surge.
The owner-occupied residential tax rate requires an application. If no application is filed, the rate will rise from 2‰ to the general land rate, which starts at 10‰, causing the tax bill to jump 4 times.
The annual deadline to apply for the owner-occupied residential tax rate is September 22; this year’s deadline has passed.
宏碁智醫(6857): Announcement of a proposal approved at the company’s 115年 first extraordinary shareholders’ meeting to restrict current and newly appointed independent directors from engaging in competing businesses
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宏碁智醫 announced that its 115年 first extraordinary shareholders’ meeting approved restrictions on competing businesses for current and newly appointed independent directors. Those involved include representatives of 宏碁智聯網投資控股, Chien-en Lien, Jason Chen and Zhou Zhilan, as well as several independent directors. The company also disclosed that Jason Chen serves as a director of 宏碁電腦(上海)有限公司 and 宏碁(重慶)有限公司 in mainland China.
宏碁智醫(6857): Announcement of a change in the membership of the company’s audit committee
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宏碁智醫 announced a change in the membership of its audit committee, with independent director Chang Wen-hsin succeeding Kuo Shou-jen. The change takes effect on 115/10/29.
Facts
Date of change: 115/10/29
Original term (e.g., xx/xx/xx ~ xx/xx/xx): 113/06/03~116/06/02
宏碁智醫(6857): Announcement of key resolutions of the company’s 115年 first extraordinary shareholders’ meeting
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宏碁智醫 announced resolutions passed at its 115年 first extraordinary shareholders’ meeting, including the removal of independent director Kuo Shou-jen and the election of Chang Wen-hsin as a new independent director, as well as the lifting of restrictions on directors engaging in competing businesses and amendments to the meeting rules.
欣耀(6634): Announcement of completion of registration of a capital reduction resulting from the recovery and cancellation of restricted employee shares
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欣耀(6634) announced completion of registration of a capital reduction resulting from the recovery and cancellation of restricted employee shares. Paid-in capital was adjusted from NT$712,889,300 to NT$712,852,500.
Facts
Date the capital reduction was approved by the competent authority: 15/10/27
Date registration of the capital change was completed: 15/10/27
The company’s paid-in capital is NT$712,889,300
Shares outstanding: 71,288,930
Net asset value per share: NT$14.55
Capital reduction from cancellation of shares: NT$36,800
Shares canceled: 3,680
The company’s paid-in capital is NT$712,852,500
Shares outstanding: 71,285,250
The company received the competent authority’s approval of the registration change on 115年10月29日
晶采(8049): Announcement that the company’s board approved the establishment of a chief sustainability officer position
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晶采(8049) announced that its board approved the establishment of a chief sustainability officer position, with Chairman Chen Chih-yung appointed to the role, effective 115/10/29.
年程(3117): Announcement of the debt ratio, current ratio, quick ratio, cash receipts and disbursements forecast for the next 3 months, and available bank credit facilities, based on the company’s September 115年 unaudited consolidated financial report
年程(3117): Announcement of the amount of notes due, accounts payable expected to be paid, loans to be repaid, and cash and bank deposit balances for 115年11月1-15日
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年程(3117) announced financial and business information for the period from 115年11月1日至15日, including opening and closing cash balances, amounts of notes due, accounts payable expected to be paid, and loans to be repaid.
Facts
Opening cash and bank deposit balance: 26,787
Cash collected from accounts receivable and notes receivable: 28,083