https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 116 items from 4 sources; Japan, 63 items from 2 sources.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650953https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650953Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESグルービーモバイル株式会社’s web customer engagement tool “TETORI” has earned Leader status in 3 categories at the ITreview Grid Award 2026 Fall. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650952https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650952Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社クオキャリア began accepting applications on November 2, 2026, from dental clinics wishing to participate in the 2027 edition of its “Preventive Dental Care Branding Program,” a service supporting preventive care awareness and recruitment branding. The program uses Instagram and free papers, and aims to build clinics’ assets by providing video data. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650951https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650951Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESUK-born footwear brand Clarks will open a new-store-concept location, Clarks LaLaport Yokohama, on the 1st floor of LaLaport Yokohama in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, on Nov. 6, 2027. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650950https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650950Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社フィル・イノベーション・ラボ, a consolidated subsidiary of 株式会社フィル・カンパニー, has signed a comprehensive partnership agreement with 西武信用金庫 aimed at resolving local issues and promoting sustainable community development. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650949https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650949Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES2ndfocus, operated by E&Iクリエイション株式会社, will launch a wood-grip-integrated base plate for the Leica M11 series and M EV1 from camera accessory brand YUWOOD on Oct. 30, 2026. The price is 39,000 yen, including tax. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650948https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650948Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社美手紙 is offering a “Resource Provision Plan” through its short-video production franchise ショート動画屋さん, under which headquarters arranges creators who have completed production tests and training. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650947https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650947Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES一般社団法人全日本サッセン協会出雲支部 is running the tourism promotion project “Chamba LIVE!” at National Treasure Matsue Castle in 松江市, Shimane Prefecture. Tourists face off against official ambassadors in the next-generation digital sword-fighting game “SASSEN,” and the action is shared on social media. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650946https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650946Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社リーピー announced that Hideaki Nagaya, manager of its administration department, has been appointed director. The company aims to strengthen its management structure and achieve sustainable business growth. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650945https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650945Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社日刊工業新聞社 released “Nuclear Energy Yearbook 2027,” the latest edition of the yearbook published since 1957, on Oct. 30, 2026. The book compiles developments in policy, industry and technology, and is priced at 23,200 yen, with 516 pages. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650944https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650944Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ポリグロッツ will hold the 8th “English Education: From Here” seminar in person on Jan. 11, 2027, with Mr. 三原伸剛 of Nada Junior and Senior High School as a guest speaker. The seminar will cover vocabulary and speaking instruction. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650943https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650943Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESゴールドプラザ, operated by 株式会社Clarisse, a group company of 株式会社マーキュリー, will open a new location in November at the commercial facility Urawa Karue in Urawa, Saitama Prefecture. The service has surpassed 630,000 cumulative users and will mark the opening with campaigns offering free gold-buying fees and bonuses for branded goods. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650942https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650942Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社サマンサタバサジャパンリミテッド has unveiled the latest visuals for the 2026 autumn/winter collection from its brand Samantha Thavasa. The theme is “Deep Harmony.” New items include the Padlock Motif series. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650941https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650941Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe new HBO original series “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” will begin streaming with all episodes available on “HBO Max on Hulu” from Dec. 25, 2026. The series will have 8 episodes and is planned to span around 10 years. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650940https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650940Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES毎日新聞出版 announced that it will cease publication of the general-interest weekly magazine “Sunday Mainichi,” which is marking its 105th anniversary, with the issue dated May 9, on sale April 27, 2027. Citing the shrinking magazine market and soaring raw material costs, it will expand its online presence through “Economist Online” and “note,” among other platforms. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650939https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650939Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社スタイリングライフ・ホールディングス プラザスタイル カンパニー will hold its “HOLIDAY WRAPPED IN JOY” holiday promotion at PLAZA locations nationwide from Oct. 30 to Dec. 25, 2026. The lineup includes the signature chocolate “Perfect Man” series, sweets from ターノック and モルティザーズ, and muscular Santa-themed goods. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650938https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650938Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESCJ ENM announced that it held a media day for the “2026 MAMA AWARDS,” scheduled to take place in Osaka in November 2026, and appointed Park Bo-gum as its first ambassador. A diverse range of collaborations was previewed, including an all-generation lineup spanning legends to the 5th generation, a K-art collaboration with Lee Bae, the film “Dune: Part Three,” the anime “Baby Dinosaur Dooly,” and a technology partnership with Google Gemini. The fan-participation event “MAMA FAN FESTA” will also be held. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650937https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650937Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社KADOKAWA announced that it will release the first calendar by actor and singer Riku Akashi, “Riku Akashi calendar2027.04-2028.03,” on February 26, 2027. It will be priced at 3,850 yen, tax included, and a release commemorative event is also planned. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650861https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650861Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:50:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPropally株式会社 announced that a survey on attitudes toward real estate investment conducted in April 2026 found strong support for anonymously viewing examples from people with similar profiles and visualizing investment capabilities, while interest in using a phone-based second-opinion service ranked last. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650860https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650860Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:50:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社YORISOI published a report analyzing the population and educational background of Generation Z (ages 15–29) based on statistics from 総務省, and considering approaches to media selection and job listing design for attracting job seekers. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650689https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650689Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:17:33 +0900JapanPR TIMESMitsui & Co. Digital Asset Management launched an offering of digital securities to invest in 4 newly built residences in Tokyo through ALTERNA. Acquiring the properties at prices below their appraised value secured unrealized gains of approximately +6.5%, with a total appraised value of 14.65 billion yen. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650629https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650629Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe long-selling picture book “Mom, You...,” which has sold more than 1.5 million copies worldwide and more than 160,000 copies in Japan, will be released in a special edition packaged in a gift-design OPP bag. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650630https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650630Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:07:30 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社四鏡 is holding the “Inclusive Gift Award ‘HIKARI’” art competition, which brings together the creative expression of artists with disabilities, society and businesses. The application deadline has been extended to October 31, 2026, and the awards ceremony is scheduled for March 5, 2027. New initiatives were also announced, including 日本理化学工業株式会社 donating kitpas and Kiyotaka Tendo providing the theme song. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650637https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650637Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ソーシャルパスは、総務省の令和8年度「インターネット上の偽・誤情報等への対策技術の開発・実証事業」に採択され、金融機関の偽・誤情報対策に向けたWeb3.0技術を活用した情報の真正性認証及び検証技術の開発・実証事業を開始する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650636https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650636Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES平川接骨院 held an appreciation festival in Kyoto on October 25, 2026, to mark its 50th anniversary, with 144 employees and family members attending. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650635https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650635Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Mマート has launched the “WS Alliance” in earnest, bringing together manufacturers, wholesalers, logistics companies and others to address challenges such as the food industry’s multilayered distribution structure and high costs. Approximately 50 companies are expected to join during the current fiscal year, and services are scheduled to begin in January 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650634https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650634Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社VLCセキュリティコンサルティング began offering a suite of consulting services on October 30, 2026, to support ★ certification under the “Security Measures Assessment System for Strengthening Supply Chains” (SCS Assessment System). Drawing on its experience with ISMS and the PrivacyMark, the company offers comprehensive support and tailored gap-response services, and expects sales of 100 million yen in 2027. It also plans to hold a free seminar explaining guidelines published by IPA. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650633https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650633Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESアンドドット株式会社 held a discussion with 総務省 Counselor Iimura at the 5th Local Government AI Study Group, held on October 6, 2026, sharing regional DX and AX support measures and implementation examples in areas including forestry, remote island healthcare and railway maintenance. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650632https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650632Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTOKYO MX held a production announcement press conference for the new Friday drama “Devotion ~Actually, the Strongest Hero~,” starring Jinto Yoshida, and announced information including the cast and opening theme. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650631https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650631Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe cumulative circulation of Ryo Asai's essay series “The Yutori Trilogy,” published by 株式会社文藝春秋 (文藝春秋), has surpassed 700,000 copies, and it has claimed No. 1 overall on Amazon. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650558https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650558Fri, 30 Oct 2026 06:47:11 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “8th Shimmiro-kai Ground Golf Tournament,” hosted by 7 day service centers in Kagoshima City, was held on November 17, 2026, with the aim of fostering friendship and交流 among users and realizing a community-based inclusive model. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650479https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650479Fri, 30 Oct 2026 06:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAccording to a survey conducted by 株式会社FUJI CARE, 82.5% of care facilities feel they face a staffing shortage, and 64.4% are considering or have implemented hiring or accepting foreign workers. Meanwhile, 26.5% have no plans to accept them. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650478https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650478Fri, 30 Oct 2026 06:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES“Catch-i MIRTO,” a health food product from 株式会社Re・born, surpassed 7 million yen in sales about 10 minutes after going on sale through the TikTok live commerce channel “Tsubame Channel,” operated by 株式会社Sホールディングス. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650477https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650477Fri, 30 Oct 2026 06:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社秀和システム新社 will publish “An Illustrated Business Guide: The Latest Basics and Mechanisms of Cost Accounting, Explained in Detail [4th Edition]” on November 10, 2026. Published by 秀和システム, this introductory book explains everything from the fundamentals to practical applications of cost accounting, including cost management in an era of inflation and yen depreciation and the use of AI. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650476https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650476Fri, 30 Oct 2026 06:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAmi Toma's 2nd photo book, “My Tale,” has been released by 文藝春秋, and a reprint has been ordered due to strong demand for advance orders. Shot entirely on location in the UK, it was photographed by Siyoung Song. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650869https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650869Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Turnout in Israel's election on Oct. 27, 2026, hit a record high. Exit polls showed the Netanyahu bloc and the Eisenkot bloc locked in a close race, with neither reaching the 61-seat threshold. The results reflect Israeli society's divided views on Netanyahu's performance in the war, leaving prospects for forming a government uncertain, with small Arab parties potentially playing a key role. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650868https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650868Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒During the US-Japan "Keen Sword 27" joint exercise in October 2026, the Chinese Communist Party's Liaoning carrier group entered the Philippine Sea, facing off against the US aircraft carrier Roosevelt in the western Pacific. The US and Japan strengthened cooperation on defending the First Island Chain, while the PLA's 3 fleets conducted drills outside the chain, escalating regional military tensions. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650870https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650870Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:40:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Lin Teng-yao, a retired professor of law at Tunghai University, wrote that President Lai Ching-te had failed to honor his promise to initiate a National Conference on Constitutional Reform and called for a comprehensive draft amendment. The article advocates popular sovereignty as the core principle and proposes 7 measures to advance constitutional reform, including lowering the threshold for constitutional amendments, implementing majority rule, distributing the power to nominate officials and guaranteeing good administration. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650871https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650871Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Chang Wen-chi criticized Lai Ching-te's 2026 Double Ten National Day address, saying its imitation of America's "City on a Hill" was a case of inferior imitation, and arguing that the United States has declined due to financialization and social division. The article describes China's system as a successful form of indirect democracy and warns that if extreme pro-independence forces, including Taipei mayoral candidate Puma Shen, win, it would trigger cross-strait conflict and raise the risk of forced unification by military means. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650872https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650872Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:20:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The 2026 Changhua County magistrate election shows a contrast between the blue and green camps, with Kuomintang candidate Wei Ping-zheng trailing Democratic Progressive Party candidate Chen Su-yue in the polls. Wang Hui-mei's failure to campaign explicitly for him and the detention of council speaker Hsieh Tien-lin have put pressure on the Kuomintang to unite its organization. The outcome will depend on public trust in governance and the ability to mobilize the organization. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650873https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650873Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:10:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒A public piano at Tainan's new train station went viral after Rotary Club president Kuo Tai-lin's impromptu performance in a short video drew more than 10 million views in 10 days. The viral phenomenon combined social media algorithms with an amateur performance, drawing widespread online attention and media coverage. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650564https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650564Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒A cultural historian writing in criticized unusual polling in the Taipei mayoral race, claiming that Chiang Wan-an's 17% plunge in the polls was a fabricated “ocean current” engineered by the Democratic Progressive Party to destroy his political image and influence the 2028 election. The writer also exposed what they described as a staged pity play by the opposing camp and called for legislation to regulate polling and ensure fair elections. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650565https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650565Fri, 30 Oct 2026 06:59:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒交通部公路局 held the first drawing in its motorcycle no-violation lottery on Oct. 30, with 1.31 million people eligible. The campaign aims to promote traffic safety, with prizes including motorcycles and phones, and another chance to win a large cash prize in the second round. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650566https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650566Fri, 30 Oct 2026 06:50:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This article reflects on society's tendency to scrutinize the motives behind politicians' good deeds, citing Chiang Wan-an and Lai Ching-te. It argues that dismissing genuine acts of kindness out of fear they are “for show” would undermine social trust. The author urges people to maintain oversight of those in power while still expressing gratitude for goodwill and upholding basic fairness. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650567https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650567Fri, 30 Oct 2026 06:45:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒三星電子第三季獲利暴增近8倍卻遭市場拋售，中國AI股因估值修正大跌4成，台股由台積電支撐相對抗跌但多數個股走弱，反映投資人對AI產能過剩與長期獲利的擔憂。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650568https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650568Fri, 30 Oct 2026 06:40:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Drawing on perspectives from finance and the energy industry, Chang Li-chuan analyzes financing bottlenecks for Taiwan's new energy sector, pointing to structural mismatches in capital. Using solar and offshore wind projects as examples, Chang proposes phased capital allocation and government leverage mechanisms. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650569https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650569Fri, 30 Oct 2026 06:35:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒National Chengchi University Professor Huang Kuei-po analyzes differences between Chiang Kai-shek and the DPP in their strategies to protect Taiwan, emphasizing that Chiang used diplomatic and legal means to safeguard the sovereignty of Taiwan and Penghu, and criticizing the DPP for disregarding historical facts. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650570https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650570Fri, 30 Oct 2026 06:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒針對韓國瑜指稱九成媒體抹黑蔣萬安一事，投書者強調媒體監督是民主社會的天職，批評將理性質疑標籤化為抹黑的做法，呼籲政治人物正視監督並維護理性討論環境。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650571https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650571Fri, 30 Oct 2026 06:25:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This article analyzes the legality and feasibility of requiring sitting legislators to resign when running in local elections, noting that running for office while holding a seat is constitutionally protected and that legislation mandating resignation could be unconstitutional. The author argues that a post-election “resignation in response to public opinion” and a mechanism for the legislature to dissolve itself could address partisan conflict and the disconnect from public opinion caused by presidential elections being held alongside legislative elections. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650572https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650572Fri, 30 Oct 2026 06:23:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This report covers several major stories, including espionage suspicions involving a 輝達 executive, a large-scale personal data leak at 91APP, unclaimed Taiwan Power Lottery prizes and election-eve vote-buying investigations. 輝達 denied any leak of sensitive information, 91APP launched a compensation program, and several councilors were implicated in political cases. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650574https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650574Fri, 30 Oct 2026 06:20:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The author criticizes a candidate nominated by a Green camp localist party in the Changhua mayoral race, saying the candidate's background at prestigious Western universities and values run counter to the party platform. The author also questions the candidate's stance on the Israel-Palestinian conflict and elitism. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650573https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650573Fri, 30 Oct 2026 06:20:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒親民黨 received just 0.51% of the party-list vote in the 2024 legislative election, falling short of the 3% threshold. It has received no subsidies since 2024, resulting in financial difficulties and reliance on borrowing. To address its organizational transformation, party chair James Soong fielded 11 candidates in the 2026 local elections in an effort to rebuild the party's local organization. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650416https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650416Fri, 30 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This excerpt from a work by Frank Dikötter reveals how Mao Zedong used the Rectification Movement and the dissolution of the Communist International by the Soviet Union to build a cult of personality and purge rivals. The movement fabricated numerous cases of injustice to consolidate his power, ultimately adding “Mao Zedong Thought” to the party constitution and establishing his absolute leadership. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650417https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650417Fri, 30 Oct 2026 05:54:40 +0900Taiwan風傳媒British acting legend Sir Patrick Stewart died at his home in Los Angeles on Oct. 28, aged 86. He was widely known for playing Professor X in X-Men and Captain Picard in Star Trek. His family urged people to honor him by donating to Alzheimer's disease research. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650800https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650800Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:00:05 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網日銀 is expected to leave its interest rate unchanged at 1.25% at its meeting on the 30th, but may raise its inflation forecast. Analysts expect a rate hike to 1.5% in December, with the terminal rate reaching 2%, reflecting a shift toward containing inflation risks. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650801https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650801Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:43:29 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Gold fell more than 1% on Thursday, pressured by strong U.S. inflation data and rising rate-hike expectations. Silver, platinum and palladium also declined, putting the precious metals market at risk of posting monthly losses for 2 consecutive months. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650802https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650802Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:40:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網亞馬遜第三季財報營收與獲利遜色，自由現金流大幅流出。儘管AWS營收年增近四成表現亮眼，但受AI基礎設施高額投資影響，公司維持全年2,200億美元資本支出預測，導致盤後股價下跌逾7%。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650803https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650803Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:21:17 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網SanDisk announced a 1-for-8 stock split as Q1 revenue surged 378% year over year to $11 billion on strong AI demand. Its shares have risen more than 2,600% since the spin-off, making it one of the S&P 500's best-performing stocks. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650804https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650804Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:17:43 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Google parent Alphabet plunged more than 12% after disappointing third-quarter results and slowing search business growth, triggering a death cross. Historical data shows stocks mostly rose in the six months after this signal, but the RSI's drop to a 15-year low points to heavy selling pressure, leaving the timing of a rebound uncertain. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650498https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650498Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:00:38 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Intel reported third-quarter revenue and profit that beat expectations, but sharply cut its fourth-quarter forecast amid a sluggish PC market and an explosion at its Israel plant, sending its shares down 20%. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650499https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650499Fri, 30 Oct 2026 06:43:27 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網The dollar slipped on Thursday as the 聯準會 (Federal Reserve) and 歐洲央行 (European Central Bank) held interest rates steady. U.S. Q3 GDP was strong, while inflation edged up. The U.K. budget boosted the pound. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650500https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650500Fri, 30 Oct 2026 06:40:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網埃克森美孚 and 雪佛龍 canceled their attendance at the ADIPEC energy conference in the UAE over security concerns in the Middle East, reflecting the impact of regional tensions on energy executives' travel. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650501https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650501Fri, 30 Oct 2026 06:30:08 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網U.S. stocks fell on Thursday, weighed down by Alphabet's disappointing results and a plunge in Marvell shares. The Nasdaq and Philadelphia Semiconductor Index declined, while the S&P 500 ended a three-day winning streak. Despite strong U.S. economic data and the Fed holding rates steady, inflation pressures and concerns about returns on AI investment continued to weigh on market sentiment. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650502https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650502Fri, 30 Oct 2026 06:10:02 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Major Taiwan-listed companies including 台達電, 國巨 and ASE gave upbeat Q4 revenue outlooks at investor conferences on the 29th and announced major investment plans. The 國發會 said the economic climate has posted 10 consecutive months of improvement, while TSIA forecast strong growth in semiconductor output value. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650503https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650503Fri, 30 Oct 2026 06:04:28 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網International oil prices ended lower on Thursday on hopes of renewed U.S.-Iran talks, but losses were limited by attacks on Middle East facilities and shipping risks. Brent crude settled at $114.88, while WTI settled at $102. Markets also watched for a recovery in Russian output and changes in U.S. inventories. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650356https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650356Fri, 30 Oct 2026 05:40:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網AI基建融資進入信用承接考驗期，債券與貸款收益率飆升，科技巨頭違約保險成本達垃圾級。矽谷、金融與資管三方籌資能力脫節，投資人轉向審慎，關注合約取消權與集中度風險。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650994https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650994Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:43:48 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAU.S. media reported that Cooper, the top U.S. military commander in the Middle East, briefed President Trump on military options against Iran, a move that could signal Washington is nearing major military action. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650981https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650981Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:30:09 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台灣半導體產業協會 forecasts that output will exceed NT$9.1 trillion in 2026, up 40.9%; 國發會’s economic monitoring indicator posts a record 10 consecutive red signals; 聯準會 holds interest rates steady, with the market seeing an 80% chance of a rate hike in December; a high-speed rail accident in Spain kills at least 69; the Milwaukee Brewers win the World Series. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650982https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650982Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:29:46 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAHungarian Prime Minister Magyar made his first visit to the Czech Republic since taking office, meeting with Czech President Pavel and Prime Minister Babis. The two sides held their first-ever joint meeting, agreed to revive the V4 group, and signed a memorandum of understanding on high-speed rail cooperation, with plans to connect Prague, Brno, Bratislava and Budapest and seek EU funding. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650983https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650983Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:29:44 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASwiss woman Susanne joined EXIT, the country’s largest assisted-dying organization, viewing it as a way to plan ahead and safeguard her autonomy; the association has more than 200,000 members, and 1,421 members received assisted-dying services in 2025. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650975https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650975Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:24:53 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA輝達執行長黃仁勳回應與捲入間諜案的中國籍企業主管黃樂關係密切之質疑，表示輝達與Megaspeed International的往來完全正常且符合規定，並已進行查核確保AI晶片未非法運往中國。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650862https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650862Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:56:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNABritish acting legend Patrick Stewart died at his home in Los Angeles, aged 86. He was known worldwide for playing the captain in “Star Trek: The Next Generation” and the mutant professor in the “X-Men” films, and was knighted by the British queen. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650497https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650497Fri, 30 Oct 2026 06:48:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA日本東京都中野區著名商店街「中野百老匯」再度發生鐘錶店竊案，一名男子試戴價值約4600萬日圓的愛彼錶後帶走逃逸。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650481https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650481Fri, 30 Oct 2026 06:20:49 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA蘋果公司 announced that starting Oct. 31, it will lower the commission rate in Taiwan for standard App Store in-app purchases and paid app transactions from 30% to 26%, following discussions with 台灣公平交易委員會. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650480https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650480Fri, 30 Oct 2026 06:08:33 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAActor Patrick Stewart has died at 86. He battled Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia, and rose to fame in Hollywood through the “Star Trek” and “X-Men” franchises. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650415https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650415Fri, 30 Oct 2026 05:58:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAlphabet’s disappointing earnings sent its shares down more than 12%, deepening market concerns about the AI boom and weighing on major U.S. stock indexes. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650758https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650758Fri, 30 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900Japanm3.comThe 2nd installment in a series on busy doctors’ cooking frequency, recipes and seasonings introduces memorable dishes that left a lasting impression. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650757https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650757Fri, 30 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900Japanm3.comAn introduction to a serialized feature proposing an exceptional overseas retreat for busy doctors, using an overnight flight from Haneda to Sydney. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650756https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650756Fri, 30 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900Japanm3.comFocusing on changes in relationships between doctors and nurses, this installment explores the reality and candid views of doctors on their “psychological distance” from nurses, following a previous feature on shifting tasks to nurses who have completed specific medical acts training. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650755https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261030-06/index-en-p2.html#n3650755Fri, 30 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900Japanm3.comAn introduction to the series “Professor Murata and His Amusing Department Members,” which depicts familiar scenes on escalators at medical conference venues.