AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-31 09:00–12:00 JST｜Page 3 of 3https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 168 items from 7 sources; Japan, 103 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en U.S. Midterm Fundraising Differs Widely: Democrats Rely on Small Donations, Republicans Have Big Donorshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671620https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671620Sat, 31 Oct 2026 11:19:04 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA 華盛頓郵報 review of federal fundraising data found that Democrats rely on small donations in the midterm elections, raising 4 times as much as Republicans; but Republicans maintain a funding advantage through large injections from a few wealthy donors, with 3 major donors including Musk contributing more than 600 million dollars in total. From Edison's Light Bulb to AI Chips: A Century of 康寧 Putting Down Roots in Taiwan and Rewriting the Definition of Glasshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671621https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671621Sat, 31 Oct 2026 11:19:02 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIn an interview, 台灣康寧 General Manager Ho Yi-hsiu explained that 康寧 has transformed from a consumer products company into a materials science company, putting down roots in Taiwan for nearly half a century with cumulative investment of NT$150 billion. With the arrival of the AI era, 康寧 is exploring new applications of glass in advanced semiconductor packaging and optical communications. Middle East War Affects Panama-Flagged Oil Tanker; UAE State Media: Leak Has Stoppedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671270https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671270Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:55:59 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAUAE state media confirmed that the Panama-flagged oil tanker GEM NO.2 has stopped leaking. The oil slick had expanded to 750 square kilometers, and the relevant agencies are continuing cleanup operations. Countdown Sprint to U.S. Midterms: 2028 White House Hopefuls Take Advantage to Position Themselveshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671269https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671269Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:52:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe U.S. midterm elections are entering the countdown, and potential 2028 presidential candidates from both the Democratic and Republican parties are actively campaigning for allies to build political momentum. On the Democratic side, Kamala Harris, Pete Buttigieg and Gavin Newsom are drawing attention; in the Republican camp, Vice President JD Vance is the front-runner, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio and others are also strong contenders. (10/31 feature photo 2)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671271https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671271Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:51:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe connecting park around the Shanghai Grand Opera House is intended to make the opera house part of the leisure life of both residents and international citizens, and was designed by a Norwegian architecture firm. (10/31 feature photo 1) Major Chinese Cities Shift to Focus on Performance Economyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671272https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671272Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:51:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMajor Chinese cities are racing to develop the performance economy, shifting toward experiential consumption, with concerts, music festivals and theater markets growing rapidly. Germany and Japan Announce Deeper Fusion Cooperation to Build Next-Generation Energy Supply Chainhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671273https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671273Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:50:53 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAGerman Chancellor Merz visited Japan and announced deeper fusion cooperation with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. German startup Proxima Fusion simultaneously signed a memorandum of cooperation with Japan's Kyoto Fusioneering and 藤倉公司 to jointly develop key technologies and evaluate setting up a superconducting materials production base in Germany. China's "Buy, Buy, Buy" Consumption Fades as Major Cities Shift to Performance Economyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671280https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671280Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:49:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChina's consumption patterns are shifting from buying goods to experiential spending, and the performing arts economy has become a development focus for major cities. By combining top-tier venues with new performance spaces, along with relatively good value for money, Shanghai attracts international audiences and shows a differentiated advantage over other cities. Finding More Like-Minded People Through "Self-Pleasing Consumption": A New Consumer Phenomenon in Shanghaihttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671279https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671279Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:49:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAShanghai's consumption is shifting toward "self-pleasing consumption" and experiential spending, with audiences watching performing arts events such as musicals to find like-minded people and share socially. 上海大歌劇院, as a multi-purpose leisure space, attracts people of different age groups, aiming to cultivate the classical arts market. 22 Chinese Military Aircraft and Vessels Active Around Taiwan Strait; Taiwan Military Closely Monitors and Respondshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671268https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671268Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:47:47 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Ministry of National Defense said that from 6 a.m. yesterday to 6 a.m. today, it detected 13 sorties of Chinese military aircraft, 7 Chinese navy ships and 2 official ships, a total of 22 Chinese military aircraft and vessels continuing to operate around the Taiwan Strait, and the Taiwan military is closely monitoring and responding. Collecting Intelligence for Beijing and Recruiting US Military Personnel: Two Chinese Nationals Each Sentenced to 30 Monthshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671255https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671255Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:25:44 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATwo Chinese men, Chen Yuance and Lai Liren, admitted to conducting espionage in the United States and attempting to recruit US military personnel on the instructions of China's Ministry of State Security. A California court sentenced each of them to 30 months in prison. Pope Leo XIV Votes by Mail in US Midterm Elections, Setting Historic Precedenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671249https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671249Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:22:42 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA梵蒂岡新聞室表示，教宗良十四世已在美國期中選舉中透過郵寄方式完成投票，創下歷史先例。現年71歲的良十四世出生於芝加哥，是首位出生於美國的教宗，以本名普瑞弗斯特在威爾郡寄出選票。 Taiwanese Fruit Knocks on the EU Market's Door: Public-Private Cooperation Expands New Horizons with Soft Powerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671243https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671243Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:11:40 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwanese fruit is expanding into the EU market through public-private cooperation. The 農業部, farmers and exporters are working together to overcome quarantine regulations and logistics challenges. Mangoes and guavas have been approved for export to the EU and are currently sold mainly to boutique supermarkets and high-end restaurants. Monthly Winter Demand for Bottled Gas Estimated at Over 90,000 Tonnes; 中油: Will Do Its Best to Supply the Markethttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671183https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671183Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:03:37 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中油 estimates monthly winter demand for bottled gas at over 90,000 tonnes and will do its best to supply it. Because of a prolonged price freeze that means "losing money on every cylinder sold," 能源署 hopes for additional budget to subsidize the price difference and stabilize the market. Taipei Mayoral Debate Begins at Noon; First Showdown Between Chiang Wan-an and Wayne Shen Takes the Spotlighthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671184https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671184Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:02:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 2026 Taipei mayoral candidates' televised debate begins at 12 p.m. at the TVBS building, co-hosted by TVBS and 三立電視台. Incumbent Chiang Wan-an, seeking re-election, and Democratic Progressive Party candidate Wayne Shen face off on the same stage for the first time. The debate has four stages, including policy statements, cross-examination (with a follow-up mechanism), media questions and closing statements, and is broadcast live throughout. Nationwide Protest in Italy: Tens of Thousands of Students Chant "Give Us Back Our Future" in the Streets of Romehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671054https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671054Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:50:33 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA義大利30日舉行全國大示威，數萬學生與民眾在羅馬街頭抗議高物價、通膨及青年就業困境。多數參與者為自發性結伴，氣氛平和如嘉年華，但遊行結束後有激進團體破壞公物並遭警方逮捕。學生訴求包括改善教育資源分配與降低生活成本，媒體報導指出教學旅行費用暴漲導致4成學生無法參加。 Multiple European Countries Refuse Photo with Russian Foreign Minister; US Cancels G20 Group Photohttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671055https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671055Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:49:31 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAForeign ministers from multiple European countries refused to pose for a photo with Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov at the G20 foreign ministers' meeting, leading host the United States to cancel the planned group photo. US Secretary of State Rubio urged countries to cooperate in addressing geopolitical and economic crises. Teachers' Right to Disconnect Written into Workplace Misconduct Guidelines; 全教總 Urges Holding Employers Accountablehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671051https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671051Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:46:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 教育部 will write teachers' right to disconnect into its workplace misconduct prevention guidelines. 全教總 welcomes the move but recommends imposing more specific responsibilities on employers, clear criteria for judgment, and a mechanism for labor representatives to participate. 大家功德會 charity auction raises over 40 million, hopes to fund education for disadvantaged children and help them realize dreamshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671052https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671052Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:44:26 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAOn the 30th, 大家功德會 held the "Acting with Love" art charity auction, attended by cross-party legislators and charitable companies. The event raised more than NT$40 million in total, all of which will go to education and dream-fulfillment programs for disadvantaged schoolchildren. Military-grade drones mixed with Chinese chips: Husband and wife heading the company involved are detainedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671053https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671053Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:41:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA Taichung technology company is suspected of mixing chips believed to be made in China into drones procured by the military. The couple in charge, surnamed Du, have been detained and held incommunicado on suspicion of violating the National Security Act and other offenses. Lula's new term tests his reforms as Brazil's economic growth outlook draws attentionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671044https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671044Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:40:22 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNABrazilian President Lula has begun a new term, and the outlook for economic reform is drawing attention. Analysts believe economic growth may be constrained without structural reforms. 穆迪 noted that winning congressional support for tax and fiscal reforms is the biggest challenge. Market concerns over public finances have previously triggered volatility, but some experts believe the reaction may have been overly pessimistic. Rain in the east and east of Greater Taipei; 吳德榮: Two northeast monsoon waves next weekhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671045https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671045Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:40:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMeteorologist 吳德榮 said that, under the influence of the northeast monsoon, there will be brief local showers in the east of Greater Taipei and in eastern Taiwan. Two northeast monsoon waves will move south on Nov. 2 and 6 next week. The track of Typhoon Hanahan remains uncertain. Yemen's presidential palace hit by 2 missiles; police blame Youth Movementhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670885https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670885Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:17:17 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAYemen's presidential palace was hit by 2 missiles, and police blamed the Youth Movement. Saudi Arabia's military said it intercepted an attack launched against it. US tech stocks revised sharply lower; 蘋果 overtakes 輝達 as world's largest companyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670886https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670886Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:16:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATech stocks were sold off after weak earnings outlooks from 英特爾 and Alphabet, and 蘋果's market capitalization surpassed 輝達 to make it the world's largest company. Trump: We are negotiating with Iran, and we still have timehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670540https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670540Sat, 31 Oct 2026 08:49:12 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAUS President Trump confirmed that the US is negotiating with Iran, saying the war will end soon but is not a conventional war. Qatari mediators have returned to Tehran to push a peace agreement, and the commander of US Central Command briefed Trump on military options. Enthroned as prince earlier than Yongzheng! The prince Kangxi valued most lost out because of 1 weakness and ultimately died in confinement at Jingshanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671342https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671342Sat, 31 Oct 2026 11:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Kangxi's third son, Yinzhi, was made a prince early thanks to military merit and was highly valued, but because of his blunt personality and problems with connections, he was stripped of his title and confined after Yongzheng took the throne, and eventually died at Jingshan. Weather forecast / Temperatures plunge to 15 degrees! Stronger cold air changes the weather, "heavy rain for 5 days," and Typhoon Hanahan's track makes a big U-turnhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671343https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671343Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:56:06 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Under the influence of the northeast monsoon, northern Taiwan has occasional rain while the south is hot, and two northeast monsoon waves next week will bring cooler, damp weather to northern Taiwan. Medium-strength Typhoon Hanahan's track makes a big U-turn toward Japan, with no direct impact on Taiwan, though attention should be paid to long swells along the coast. Data of 4.79 million people possibly leaked: how was 91APP hacked? Chairman 何英圻 leads team in apology: will bear all compensationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671344https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671344Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:52:39 +0900Taiwan風傳媒E-commerce cloud service provider 91APP-KY suffered a major cybersecurity incident, in which hackers used the ARTEX tool to breach its systems, affecting the personal data of nearly 4.8 million consumers. Chairman 何英圻 publicly apologized and pledged to bear the compensation costs, while announcing the adoption of a zero-trust architecture and AI technology to strengthen protection. Is 柯志恩 stronger in the Kaohsiung mayoral debate? Scholar cites 3 shortcomings of 賴瑞隆: constantly says "mayor," seemingly pushed into a cornerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671345https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671345Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:47:07 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The first televised debate of the 2026 Kaohsiung mayoral race was held on the evening of the 30th, with the DPP's 賴瑞隆 and the KMT's 柯志恩 clashing fiercely. Scholar 鈕則勳 assessed that 柯志恩's attacks were sharp, and noted that 賴瑞隆 came across as a pity because he read from notes, over-cited the former mayor, and failed to make good use of a creative persona. Infographic: US$6.3 billion emptied in 20 minutes! 幣安 hacked in record-setting heist, US intelligence firm names North Korea's "this unit": the largest theft ever at a glancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671346https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671346Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:36:12 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, 幣安, confirmed on Oct. 30, 2026 that it was hacked, with about US$6.36 billion in assets stolen, a record. US intelligence firm TRM identified North Korean hacking unit TraderTraitor as the culprit. 幣安 has pledged full compensation and frozen some assets to stabilize the market. Skip Jiufen and Tamsui in northern Taiwan! 1 low-key old street uncovered, insiders praise it: "comfortable, great for strolling, lots of food, no crowds": you can spend a whole afternoon therehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671347https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671347Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Pinglin Old Street has recently drawn much discussion on social media for its unique tea culture and comfortable environment, becoming a popular tourist attraction in New Taipei City. Don't just track expenses when saving! The "3-account saving method" automatically splits your salary, and with this trick you can save money without eating dirthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671348https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671348Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:28:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This article details the "3-account saving method," which divides money into three accounts for survival, savings and investment, helping readers automate salary management and effectively fight inflation and build financial security without sacrificing quality of life. Famous Taiwan amusement park closed and ended up in foreclosure auction! Popular attraction now a memory, "still unsold after a price cut of NT$69.17 million," expert reveals whyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671125https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671125Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The former site of Jiesheng Amusement Park in Dashe, Kaohsiung, is being auctioned by the court to repay debts, with the second-auction reserve price lowered to NT$276.68 million. Experts say the price is too high and the sale is on a no-handover basis, so another failed auction is very likely. Wuling and Green World lose out! Taiwan's top farm draws 380,000 visitors, tourists praise: "scenery rivals Europe, the whole family can play all day without getting bored"https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671124https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671124Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒According to statistics from the Tourism Administration of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications, among farm visits across Taiwan from January to August 2026, Nantou's Cingjing Farm took first place with 389,000 visits, with Wuling Farm and Green World Ecological Farm ranking second and third. Infographic: Parents clearly love their children, so why do kids not dare to tell the truth? Study reveals the harsh reasonhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671123https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671123Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This article explores communication barriers between parents and children in Chinese families and the coming-out dilemma of LGBT children. Citing research by scholars including Yeh Kuang-hui, it notes that appropriate expression helps raise satisfaction with the parent-child relationship. Tsai Kang-yong shares the experience of an LGBT friend who used him as an example to persuade his parents, and advises parents to improve communication through professional resources. Who is Taiwan Beer's exclusive US distributor? 馥諾資本 board and supervisor list links to related parties of 雲豹能源https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671127https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671127Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:50:01 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The overseas Chinese affairs commissioner endorsement document released by the Overseas Community Affairs Council includes, besides 海華基金會 Chairman Wu Ming-ying, 雲豹能源 angel investor Chen Wu-fu. This has brought out corporate related-party backgrounds and links to the issue of Taiwan Beer's US distributor. [Shin Shin News] Huge interests of Shilin Night Market vendors: vote-buying case in village chief election unexpectedly engulfs veteran Democratic Progressive Party councilor in Taipeihttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671128https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671128Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:40:01 +0900Taiwan風傳媒士林夜市商圈聯合會 Chairman Su Wen-shan was investigated for suspected vote-buying; after prosecutors questioned councilor Lin Shih-tsung, it was revealed that former village chief Ho Yi-sung had funded Su Wen-shan's candidacy, affecting the distribution of night market vendors' interests. Ministry of Labor announces major new rules! Nationwide from 11/1, "major changes to farmer and fisher pension contributions": latest regulations at a glancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671129https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671129Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:40:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Bureau of Labor Insurance under the Ministry of Labor announced that applications to adjust the farmer retirement savings contribution rate will open from Nov. 1 to 30, 115. In line with amendments to the Farmers' Retirement Savings Act, the government's share of contributions has been raised to 60%, giving farmers a chance to raise their contribution rate and build up retirement savings faster. 【新新聞】政府6折賣房就能解決高房價？解析張善政的可負擔宅及沈伯洋的地上權宅https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671130https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671130Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:30:01 +0900Taiwan風傳媒During the 2026 six-municipality mayoral elections, Taoyuan Mayor Chang San-cheng proposed an "affordable housing" policy that would sell give-back housing at 5 to 6 tenths of the market price, drawing attention from candidates in other cities and counties; meanwhile, Puma Shen proposed a surface-rights housing concept. Behind the Scenes: Lai Ching-te won't let the "King of Miaoli" off the hook! The "little rascal" picks Toufen to hold a knife to Chung Tung-chin's neckhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671134https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671134Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Democratic Progressive Party chairman Lai Ching-te is making strategic plans for the Miaoli County race, deploying heavy forces in picking township and city mayoral candidates for Toufen, Zhunan, Zhuolan and Miaoli City. The move aims to exploit the loosening of the pan-blue voter base in Toufen caused by demographic changes linked to the Hsinchu Science Park, and to challenge the local power of County Magistrate Chung Tung-chin, known as the "King of Miaoli." 3 zodiac signs are born with a knack for saving money! Pig people are well-liked, Rat people hold on to their wealth, and the champion has no worries about money in retirementhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671133https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671133Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒本文引用《搜狐網》分析，指出生肖牛、鼠、豬為晚年財務穩定的三大生肖。生肖牛靠長期儲蓄奪冠，鼠擅長理財規劃，豬則因人緣好與中年後重視資產管理而安穩退休。 NT$6000 gone! The newest tech enforcement launches Nov. 1, with "1 city or county issuing tickets instantly for violations," and many drivers still don't knowhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671132https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671132Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The Taipei City Police Department announced that it is adding tech enforcement equipment at the intersection of Zhongshan N. Rd. and Minquan W. Rd. and at the intersection of Shihshang Rd. and Chengde Rd. to improve traffic order. A 3-month publicity period begins in November 2026, with formal fines starting in February 2027, stepping up enforcement of violations such as running red lights and failing to yield to pedestrians. Stop pouring bleach on stubborn yellow stains in the toilet! Experts use "1 cheap cleaning product," with no scrubbing needed to remove grime quickly and make it look like newhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671131https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671131Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This article introduces toilet cleaning methods, noting that bleach has limited effect on limescale and recommending citric acid or a neutral cleaner depending on the type of stain, and offers recommendations for five cleaning products along with safety precautions. 圖解》陸客來台曾一年418萬人，如今為何沒人要來？一圖看懂兩岸觀光18年僵局與卡關主因https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671135https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671135Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:25:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒文章分析陸客來台觀光18年的起落，指出2015年達418萬高峰後，因自由行停辦與疫情導致人數銳減。目前兩岸觀光卡在「小兩會」協商僵局，台方要求先談後開，中方主張先開後談，致使赴台本島團客無法恢復。 Behind the Scenes: Weak campaign! In one DPP-held county, the "wives' faction" and the county government faction are at odds, and top officials are alarmed enough to send in a prominent doctorhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671137https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671137Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:20:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒During the 2026 nine-in-one elections, DPP candidates benefited from an "ocean current" tailwind and tried to break out of their difficult position in the ruling map, but internal divisions emerged within the DPP over the Taipei mayoral race. The KMT's Chiang Wan-an proposed relocating Songshan Airport and an AI park plan, sparking controversy, and the DPP raised multiple challenges and launched attacks and counterattacks. Gold Medal Figures of All Trades: Everyone started calling her "Xiaohua"! Chao Hsiao-yen of Ji Dachen uses her grandmother's story to get closer to her own family againhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671136https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671136Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:20:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Chao Hsiao-yen, founder of Ji Dachen Virtual-Reality Theater, returned to Dachen First Village in Hualien to do cultural work, and by recreating the name and story of her grandmother Liang Xiaohua, she encouraged interaction among villagers and mended the gaps in her own family memory. Gold Medal Businesses: Missing Mom's Flavors Led Him to Cultural Entrepreneurship! Chao Hsiao-yen of Ji Dachen Uses Nian Gao and Hybrid Physical-Virtual Theater to Recover the Dachen Storyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671138https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671138Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:10:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Chao Hsiao-yen, founder of Ji Dachen, launched the brand in 2020 as a cultural venture to recover his mother's flavors and family memories. The team combines food products with digital hybrid physical-virtual theater to translate Dachen culture, and expands operations through publishing and education partnerships. It is now working to overcome financial management bottlenecks to achieve local sustainability. It's not just the live-action "One Piece" Season 2 that's good! Netflix's Top 10 Western Series of 2026: The champion breaks 8.7 points, hailed as a masterpiece across the web, so good you can't stop watchinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670606https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670606Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒This article rounds up the top 10 highly rated Western series available on Netflix in Taiwan in 2026, compiled based on 豆瓣 ratings and PTT reviews. Covering titles from the live-action "One Piece" Season 2 to "Little House on the Prairie," it analyzes each show's plot highlights, actors' performances and audience feedback, and offers recommendations for a binge-watching list. 10/31 International Morning Report | North Korean hackers empty 6.3 billion US dollars from 幣安 in 20 minutes, 英特爾 plunges 28.6% in one day, Spanish high-speed rail has 2 crashes in 9 months leaving 69 deadhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670607https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670607Sat, 31 Oct 2026 08:28:37 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Top international news on Oct. 30 included a sharp sell-off in US tech stocks, with 英特爾 shares posting a record drop; 幣安 losing over 6.3 billion US dollars in cryptocurrency to North Korean hackers; a Spanish high-speed rail accident that left 69 dead; and Xi Jinping stressing full and strict Party governance. Commentary: Are US Treasuries Losing Their Appeal? A Warning Sign as Allies' Net Purchases Drop Sharplyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670608https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670608Sat, 31 Oct 2026 08:20:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒彭博報導顯示，今年前8月美國鐵桿盟友淨買進美債金額暴跌逾6成至1743億美元，反映市場信心下滑。美債殖利率攀升且總額破40兆，美國面臨高利息借債壓力，可能透過通膨減輕債務，此趨勢對美元霸權構成警訊。 Alphabet's Earnings Dragged Down by SpaceX Paper Loss! Barron's Suggests Following Berkshire in Disclosing Core Earningshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671281https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671281Sat, 31 Oct 2026 11:00:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Alphabet missed expectations in its 3rd-quarter earnings due to losses on its SpaceX stake and a slowdown in its search business, and its shares plunged 13%. Barron's suggests it follow Berkshire in excluding equity investment gains and losses to more truthfully reflect core business profit. Up 28% in a Single Day! This Much-Favored Pharmaceutical Stock Has Gained Over 45% Cumulatively in Octoberhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671282https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671282Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:40:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Pharmaceutical company Bausch Health beat expectations on both 3rd-quarter earnings and cash flow and raised its full-year guidance, sending its shares up 28% in a single day and showing a trend of operational improvement. 星巴克 Plans to Test AI "Fast Pass" Drive-Thru Servicehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671283https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671283Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:30:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網星巴克 plans to test an AI fast-pass drive-thru service to improve ordering efficiency and accuracy in response to fierce competition and changing consumer demand. 幣安 Hit by Record 6.3 Billion US Dollar Hack! Trump: Investigating Whether North Korean Hackers Were Responsiblehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671284https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671284Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:10:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網幣安 had 6.3 billion US dollars in assets stolen by hackers, suspended withdrawals and pledged compensation. Trump confirmed that the possibility of North Korean hackers' involvement is under investigation, an incident that highlights cryptocurrency regulation and cybersecurity risks. Hot Stocks: 同泰電子, a Subsidiary of 欣興, Ends 19 Straight Quarters of Losses and Turns Profitable in Q3, Up 24% on the Weekhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671061https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671061Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:50:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網欣興旗下同泰電子公布2026年第三季財報，結束連續19季虧損，單季轉盈，股價大漲24.46%。 AMD plunges 11% in a single day! Intel's near-30% collapse reveals two major warning signs. Can next week's earnings help it break through?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671062https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671062Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:30:08 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Intel's earnings revealed a PC market downturn and a server chip shortage, sending its shares down nearly 30%. AMD fell 11% in sympathy, but its PC business accounts for a small share and it has an AI GPU advantage, so its earnings next week are drawing close attention. US Stock Market Highlights, October 31, 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671063https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671063Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:10:04 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網In late October 2026, US stocks swung sharply on tech earnings. SpaceX's strong results lifted its shares, but Intel and Alphabet plunged on weaker-than-expected guidance or earnings, wiping out 100 billion and 500 billion US dollars in market value respectively. The Nasdaq 100 faces heavy market-value shrinkage this month, reflecting market concerns about the return on AI investment. 〈Hot Stocks〉00987D Bucks the Trend to Lead Gains, Becoming Top-Performing Active ETF as Bonds and Income Products Serve as Safe Havens for Fundshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670546https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670546Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:00:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Weak earnings from tech giants triggered stock market turbulence, with the TAIEX falling below its half-year moving average and funds shifting to safe havens. 主動統一美債量化(00987D-TW) bucked the trend to hit a record high, leading gains among active ETFs and underscoring the safe-haven status of bond products in a weak market. Alphabet Burning the Candle at Both Ends: AI Spending Can't Stop While Its Search Business Takes the First Hithttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670547https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670547Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:00:02 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Alphabet's Q3 revenue and profit missed expectations, with its search business weighed down by the challenge of monetizing AI, while its cloud business performed strongly. Massive capital expenditure left free cash flow negative for a second straight quarter, and the shares plunged more than 11% after the close. Apple Retakes the Title of World's Most Valuable Company! Growing AI Spending Doubts Send Investors to the Safe Haven of Cash Flowhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670548https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670548Sat, 31 Oct 2026 08:40:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網蘋果公司 retook the title of world's most valuable company on the 30th, with a market value of 5.03 trillion US dollars, pushing aside 輝達. As market doubts about the return on AI investment grew, investors turned to 蘋果公司 with its solid balance sheet, leading to a selloff in tech stocks. 〈Analysis〉Nvidia Reportedly in Talks on Multibillion-Dollar Credit Guarantee: Who Ultimately Pays for AI Financing Risk?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670549https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670549Sat, 31 Oct 2026 08:30:03 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網Nvidia is in talks to provide multibillion-dollar credit guarantees for UK AI cloud provider Nscale to help it raise funds for building a data center in West Virginia. The move shows Nvidia taking on financing risk in depth to secure GPU demand and to counter competition from big tech companies. Tech Earnings Drag SpaceX Below Its IPO Price: No Company Meets Musk's High Standardshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670550https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670550Sat, 31 Oct 2026 08:06:27 +0900Taiwan鉅亨網SpaceX's Q3 results beat expectations, but weak earnings from other tech giants that followed dragged its shares below the IPO price. Overall, AI companies' earnings fell short of Wall Street's high standards, raising market concerns. [Occupational Accident - Chemical Leak] [10:41 on the 30th, Ammonia Leak on Fishing Vessel "Jin Qing Fu CT4-1929" at Third Fishing Port in Su'ao Township, Yilan County, 3 Male Migrant Workers Injured and Sent to Hospital] Final Reporthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670851https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670851Sat, 31 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan內政部消防署An occupational accident involving an ammonia leak occurred on a fishing vessel at the Third Fishing Port in Su'ao Township, Yilan County, leaving 3 Indonesian migrant workers injured and sent to hospital. [Temple Fire] [Family-run temple "薛府宮" in Lunan Village, Yuanchang Township, Yunlin County catches fire at 22:14 on the 15th; extinguished, no casualties] Initial (final) reporthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670850https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670850Sat, 31 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan內政部消防署A fire broke out at the family-run temple "薛府宮" in Lunan Village, Yuanchang Township, Yunlin County. The fire department dispatched 9 vehicles and 14 personnel to extinguish it. There were no casualties, and the burned area was about 30 square meters. [Arson] [Doorway of a residence at Kantou 1, Xinfeng Township, Hsinchu County set on fire at 16:31 on the 30th; extinguished by residents before firefighters arrived, no casualties] Initial (final) reporthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670849https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670849Sat, 31 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan內政部消防署At 16:31 on the 30th, the doorway of a residence at Kantou 1, Xinfeng Township, Hsinchu County was set on fire. Residents put it out themselves before firefighters arrived, and there were no casualties. [Warehouse Fire] [Warehouse on Chengxing Road, Dongshan Township, Yilan County catches fire at 00:24 on the 31st; extinguished, no casualties] Initial (final) reporthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670848https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670848Sat, 31 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan內政部消防署A fire broke out at a warehouse on Chengxing Road, Dongshan Township, Yilan County in the early hours of the 31st. It was extinguished after the fire department responded, and there were no casualties at the scene. [Factory Fire] [Factory in Houhu, Linkou District, New Taipei City catches fire at 01:05 on the 31st; extinguished, 6 Filipino migrant workers taken to hospital] Final reporthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670847https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670847Sat, 31 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0900Taiwan內政部消防署A fire broke out in the early hours of the 31st at the factory of 興利富實業有限公司 in Houhu, Linkou District, New Taipei City. The fire department extinguished it, and 6 Filipino migrant workers were taken to hospital. The burned area was about 5,000 square meters. Baoshan No. 2 Reservoir (discharge to Shijing River): Free Overflow (Hsinchu City, Hsinchu County)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670696https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670696Sat, 31 Oct 2026 08:08:40 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心水利署 issued a notice that Baoshan Second Reservoir is in free overflow, discharging water into Shijing Creek, affecting Baoshan Township and Emei Township in Hsinchu County, as well as East District, North District and Xiangshan District in Hsinchu City. Residents along the banks are urged to stay alert and keep away from the riverbed. Huoshan Reservoir (discharge to Beigang River): Free Overflow (Yunlin County, Chiayi County)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670697https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670697Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:18:40 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心水利署 issued an updated notice on free overflow from Hushan Reservoir into Beigang River, affecting multiple towns and cities in Yunlin County and Chiayi County. Residents along the river are urged to be careful and stay away from the riverbed. Land strong wind advisory (yellow alert) (Pingtung County, Miaoli County, Taoyuan City, Lienchiang County, Hsinchu County, Taichung City, Taitung County, Penghu County)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670698https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3670698Sat, 31 Oct 2026 05:31:44 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心中央氣象署 issued a strong wind advisory for land areas (yellow alert), stating that the northeast wind is relatively strong, and from early morning to evening today (the 31st) some areas have a chance of average winds of Beaufort scale 6 or above or gusts of scale 8 or above. 仁新*(6696): Announcement that the par value of the company's shares is changed from "NT$10" to "NT$1". Announcement period: Aug. 5, 115 to Nov. 4, 115.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671613https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-09/index-en-p3.html#n3671613Sat, 31 Oct 2026 08:00:03 +0900Taiwan公開資訊觀測站仁新醫藥股份有限公司 announced that the par value of its shares is changed from NT$10 to NT$1, and detailed the share exchange schedule and related dates.