About 70% of used condominiums completed in 2011 or later were judged to "meet energy-saving standards and likely qualify for an expanded home loan deduction." Sumai Compass conducts first large-scale survey on housing that complies with energy-saving standards
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A survey of used condominiums completed in 2011 or later, conducted by 合同会社住まいコンパス, found that about 70% are likely to meet energy-saving standards. The issuance rate of the housing energy-saving performance certificate was 94%, and in 61% of the cases where one was issued, the application was made after settlement.
[2026 JK Buzzword Survey] The buzzword female high school students used most is "Metsu." Is the trending "Dopagaki" a word to "see," not a word to "use"?!
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In a 2026 buzzword survey of female high school students by JKラボ, run by 株式会社nowWnow, "Metsu" ranked first among buzzwords actually used, and "Dopagaki" ranked first among words seen on social media but not used and words respondents think adults won't understand.
[Okazaki, Aichi] For winter break and graduation trips: "Winter Trip 20s" with wagyu, s'mores and a choice of experiences, and "Student Discount Glamping" with 20% OFF and free shuttle, released
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Wood Design Park Okazaki, a glamping facility in Okazaki, Aichi Prefecture, has opened reservations for two lodging plans available from Nov. 1, 2026: "Winter Trip 20s" and "Student Discount Glamping." The former offers Mikawa beef steak, s'mores and a choice of perks for ages 20 to 29, while the latter offers students a 20% OFF coupon, a gacha game and a free shuttle.
[Ehime, Matsuyama] P・SPO Tsujimachi store opens Nov. 6, with strength-training gym, 8 golf bays and 18 study-room seats
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The fitness brand "P・SPO," operated by 株式会社三福ホールディングス, will open the multi-purpose facility "P・SPO Tsujimachi store" in Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture, on Nov. 6, 2026. The store has a strength-training gym, 8 indoor golf bays and 18 study-room seats, and on opening day will hold a free tour and offer waived enrollment and administrative fees.
"Moving Pizza" in Matsuyama tops 350 uses! Reaches 382 over 7 months | Sanpuku Sogo Fudosan x ピザロイ
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Usage of the "Moving Pizza Gift Campaign," a tie-up between 株式会社三福綜合不動産 and pizza shop ピザロイ, reached 382 from March to September 2026, having topped 350 as of the end of August.
Welcoming androp, an LED planetarium live show will be held! "androp: LIVE EXPERIENCE of DYNAVISION-LED “Risshun”"
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コニカミノルタプラネタリウム株式会社 announced that it will hold "androp: LIVE EXPERIENCE of DYNAVISION-LED “Risshun”" with the band androp at コニカミノルタプラネタリアYOKOHAMA on Feb. 4 and 5, 2027.
[SDGs FES in EDOGAWA 2026] Event Report Vol.1 - Kasai Anna, Sone Ryosuke, Nozomi, Murashige Anna and others appear in the fashion show! Shirota Yu and Shinako perform in a gala artist live show!
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株式会社W TOKYO signed a partnership agreement with 江戸川区 and held "SDGs FES in EDOGAWA 2026." Through a fashion show and artist live performances, it sought to promote well-being, and attendance totaled about 10,000 visitors.
Facts
Oct. 30, 2020 (Fri)
Sept. 25, 2026 (Fri)
Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026
the 6th edition
Attendance totaled about 10,000 visitors
First held in 2021 under the theme "Learn and understand the SDGs"
In 2022, "Take action"
In 2023, "Make the SDGs a habit"
In 2025, "Exchange among a wide range of generations and foreigners"
Canceled in 2024 due to bad weather
The 23rd FINEBOYS exclusive model audition
I had been hiding it for 6 years, but
Since his acting debut in 2003
Nov. 18 (Wed), 2026
His first original album in 14 years
Performed all 4 songs
Total social media followers exceed 4.5 million
From June 2026, targeting elementary and junior high schools in 江戸川区
Besides performing 4 gala songs
This year marked the 5th edition
SDGs Goal "3. Good Health and Well-being for All"
Companies mentioned：株式会社W TOKYO、東京ガールズコレクション、グローバル・インディアン・インターナショナル・スクール、GIIS、Gap、WILD BLUE、AKB48、WATWING、LDH JAPAN、EXILE B HAPPY、THE RAMPAGE、FANTASTICS、B HAPPYS
[SDGs FES in EDOGAWA 2026] Event Report Vol.2 - Crazy Magnet and Fujimoto Miki talk on the themes of "being yourself" and "child-rearing"!
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株式会社W TOKYO signed a partnership agreement with 江戸川区 and held "SDGs FES in EDOGAWA 2026." Fujimoto Miki and Crazy Magnet took the talk stage and spoke about child-rearing support and being yourself. Interactive booths sponsored by Starts Corporation, Gap and others were also set up.
Facts
The 6th "SDGs FES in EDOGAWA 2026
On Oct. 30, 2020 (Fri)
From Sept. 25, 2026 (Fri)
On Saturday, October 31, 2026,
The 17 goals of the SDGs set by the United Nations
A group of 3 video creators
With more than 1 million subscribers, among other achievements
Total social media followers of an astonishing approximately 10 million
Appearing at SDGs FES for the first time in 3 years,
A program that lets users use babysitters free of charge for up to 50 hours a year
The strength of having the largest park area of the 23 wards
3 acts, Little Unknown, GOLDRUSH, and ARA STYLE Senior Breaking, took the stage,
"SDGs Edogawa 10 Actions"
Companies mentioned：株式会社W TOKYO、江戸川区、品川庄司、スターツコーポレーション株式会社、Gap、公益財団法人東京都公園協会、クボタスピアーズ船橋・東京ベイ、LDH JAPAN
TV anime "Shirotan": Collaboration goods and collaboration drinks using newly drawn illustrations at the エモストア in Harajuku
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rencontre合同会社 sold collaboration goods and drinks using newly drawn illustrations from the TV anime "Shirotan" at the エモストア in Harajuku from Oct. 9 to 31.
Hinata to serve as head judge. YouTube media "Merupchi" holds new member audition "Merupchi Audition 2027 - The Next Star Is You. -". Entries open Sunday, November 1, 2026
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The YouTube media "Merupchi," operated by 株式会社VAZ, will hold the new member recruitment audition "Merupchi Audition 2027" starting Nov. 1, 2026. Hinata (Hina Tanaka), who will graduate in March 2027, will serve as head judge, and entries are being accepted from girls in 4th grade of elementary school through 1st year of high school.
Facts
26 girls in elementary, junior high and high school are enrolled
The YouTube channel has 443,000 subscribers
Cumulative views have surpassed 710 million
Total views exceeded 30 million
More than 1,000 applications gathered from across the country
What to do before using a resignation agency: Because you have a strong sense of responsibility, you want to handle things carefully for your successor. Born from that feeling, the handover tool "BATON" is launching its service.
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株式会社andq announced the release of "BATON Personal," a service for individuals that automatically generates work content and achievements from files and emails on a PC. Citing survey data from 厚生労働省 and other sources, it aims to reduce the burden of handover work and support career building.
Facts
Japan's annual number of people leaving their jobs comes to about 7.05 million
Handwriting a handover document from scratch takes as much as 30 to 50 hours
BATON Personal gets you both in 15 seconds
Base fee: 3,980 yen
Measured: about 1,150 files and 1.4GB in about 11 seconds
Scanned 86,775 items and 16.7GB in about 28 seconds
It's about the family home, yet the family can't talk. SA launches new note series "Shared Real Estate Consultation Room"
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株式会社SA launched a new series, "Shared Real Estate Consultation Room," on note on Oct. 30, 2026. The series depicts the conflicts and resolution processes surrounding real estate shared with relatives, and is based on actual consultation cases.
On Saturday, Nov. 7, live acts and a fashion show featuring a gorgeous lineup including FRUITS ZIPPER, CANDY TUNE and ME:I will be broadcast all at once! Exclusive live stream of "LARME FES’26" decided!
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An exclusive live stream of the fashion festival "LARME FES’26," to be held on Nov. 7, 2026, has been decided on "ニコニコ生放送," operated by 株式会社ドワンゴ. Performers include FRUITS ZIPPER and ME:I.
Uru releases live footage of the surprise first performance of "Sore na no ni," theme song of the drama "Ani Imouto" starring Nana Eikura and Eiji Akaso, on its release day!
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Uru has released live footage of "Sore na no ni," the theme song of the drama "Ani Imouto." It was released digitally on Oct. 21, with a CD release planned for Dec. 9. A tour broadcast on WOWOW and a fan club tour were also announced.
Facts
Held on Oct. 21
Released digitally on Oct. 21
A CD release is also planned for Dec. 9
Next week, on Sunday, Nov. 8,
From March next year,
Marked the 10th anniversary of debut
Uru Tour 2026
Uru Fan Club Tour 2027
Companies mentioned：株式会社ソニー・ミュージックレーベルズ、Uru、テレビ朝日、ホリプロ、WOWOW、Amazon.co.jp、楽天ブックス、セブンネットショッピング、TOWER RECORDS ONLINE、Sony Music Shop、Joshin webショップ、HMV＆BOOKS online、新星堂WonderGOO、Billboard Live YOKOHAMA、Billboard Live OSAKA、Billboard Live TOKYO、LINE CUBE SHIBUYA、大宮ソニックシティ、東京国際フォーラム
Polarized fishing sunglasses "Gillsee" win 2026 Good Design Award; design that reduces glare on the water and creates a view in which fish can be seen praised
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The polarized fishing sunglasses "Gillsee," operated by MONOGI株式会社, won the 2026 Good Design Award. Design features such as a polarization degree of 96% or more and a weight of about 28g were praised, and an exhibition of award winners is being held at Tokyo Midtown.
Facts
2026 Good Design Award
Polarization degree of 96% or more
Weighs about 28g
The price is 14,400 yen (tax included)
Gathered cumulative support exceeding 27.5 million yen
[Ehime, Matsuyama] Western confectionery shop "カトルセゾン菓子夢" becomes a member of 三福グループ
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株式会社三福社宅サービス began operating the Western confectionery shop "カトルセゾン菓子夢" in Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture, on Oct. 1, 2026, and the shop became a member of 三福グループ.
一朶の雲 has planned, produced and begun distributing the audio media "Kimura Kei Podcast" by Kumamoto Governor Kei Kimura. The governor speaks for 30 to 40 minutes on a single "question"
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一朶の雲株式会社 planned and produced the podcast "Kimura Kei no Podcast," hosted by Kumamoto Prefecture Governor Kei Kimura, and began distribution on Oct. 31, 2026.
"ARIGATO TAP," which delivers optional tips and thanks to both front-of-house staff and room cleaning teams, to exhibit at Hospitality Tech EXPO
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株式会社トリリバティ will exhibit its service "ARIGATO TAP," which delivers optional tips and thanks, at the "1st Hospitality Tech EXPO" to be held in December 2026.
[Gunma Crane Thunders: Game Result] Sat., Oct. 31 vs 大阪エヴェッサ りそなグループ B.LEAGUE 2026-27 B.LEAGUE PREMIER League Game
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The Gunma Crane Thunders faced 大阪エヴェッサ, and Head Coach Kyle Milling praised the physical game. Asano set a new career high and spoke about growth in his defense. Tsurumaki commented on adapting to his new team and the importance of communication.
株式会社アセットネクスト enters the reuse business for the first time. First store "買取いちばん 巣鴨駅前本店" to open on Oct. 1, 2026
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株式会社アセットネクスト has entered the reuse business for the first time, opening the buyback specialty store "買取いちばん 巣鴨駅前本店" on Nov. 1, 2026, a 30-second walk from Sugamo Station in Toshima Ward, Tokyo.
Bassist Fami.'s first regular radio program begins! From love of bass to deep hobbies! 30 minutes where Fami.'s personality shines. On air on interfm from 22:30 on Wednesday, Nov. 4
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Fami., bassist of the metal band LOVEBITES, will start her first regular radio program, "Fami.'s RADIO SLAP!," on インターエフエム in November.
25th anniversary! "Co-hosted by 東京都" annual large-scale autumn event "Dream Yosakoi Festival" to be held in Odaiba and Marunouchi in November! Limited-seat paid viewing stands are also on sale!
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The General Incorporated Foundation Dream Yosakoi Festival Global Promotion Foundation announced that it will hold the 25th anniversary "Dream Yosakoi Festival" in Odaiba and Marunouchi, 東京都, on Nov. 7 and 8, 2026. About 6,000 dancers will gather, and special programs such as projection mapping and a collaboration with Tokyo Aqua Symphony will be held. Sales of paid viewing stands have also begun.
How to retrain courage. "A Study of Courage: The Aesthetics and Techniques of Building a Self That Does Not Run Away" released
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セルバ出版 released "A Study of Courage: The Aesthetics and Techniques of Building a Self That Does Not Run Away" by Tatsuki Nakayama in October 2026. The author, a lawyer who handles corporate scandals, logically explains, based on philosophy and psychology, 3 categories of "courage to step forward," "courage to admit," and "courage to let go," along with 3 techniques for training them.
Cross-analysis of 4,176 life insurance policyholders: "premiums" the most common reason for low ratings after enrollment | Low-rating share higher among those who did not compare with other companies
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株式会社Open Insurance conducted a cross-analysis using survey data from 4,176 life insurance policyholders. Low ratings after enrollment (1 to 2 points) were most common for "premiums" at 4.3%, but among those who gave low ratings to "coverage details," the share who also gave a low recommendation score was the highest at 67.0%. Also, among those who did not compare with other companies, low recommendation scores were high at 3.3%, far exceeding the 0.8% among those who compared 3 or more companies.
Facts
4,176 life insurance policyholders
Respondents who gave "premiums" 1 to 2 points were the most numerous at 4.3%
67.0% of those who gave "coverage details" 1 to 2 points also gave 1 to 2 points for recommendation score,
Among those who enrolled without comparing with other insurers, the share giving a recommendation score of 1 to 2 points was 3.3%, whereas
among those who compared 3 or more companies, it was 0.8%, and so on
Founded 119 years ago, ノダキ dedicates the calligraphy "Shoko" to Yatsushiro Shrine, damaged in the 2026 Kumamoto earthquake
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株式会社ノダキ dedicated the work "Shoko," written by calligraphy artist Kana Yamauchi, along with a votive offering of 100,000 yen, to Yatsushiro Shrine, damaged in the 2026 Kumamoto earthquake, expressing its hopes for recovery.
MINMI, who succeeded with her Budokan concert, announces joining クラウドナイン! A new chapter begins toward her 25th anniversary
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株式会社クラウドナイン announced that MINMI, who succeeded with her first solo concert at 日本武道館, has joined the agency. MINMI marks her 24th debut anniversary in 2026 and will release her new album "VIBRATION" on July 31.
A radio program dedicated to the "M-1 Grand Prix" with past M-1 champions and finalists! The first 2026 "M-1 Radio" episode features a conversation between old and new champions, Torosamon's Kubota and Takurou! Starts Fri., Nov. 6!
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ABCラジオ will broadcast the "M-1 Grand Prix" dedicated radio program "M-1 Radio: The Power of 〇〇" starting Nov. 6, 2026. In the first episode, Torosamon's Kubota and M-1 Grand Prix 2025 champion Takurou will have a conversation, and a video podcast with footage will also be distributed on Amazon Music.
Travel stroller "TernX Carry On" sells out its super early-bird reward tier 9 minutes after going live on Makuake
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TernX Japan launched the travel stroller "TernX Carry On" on Makuake, and its 30% OFF super early-bird reward tier (limited to 20 units) sold out 9 minutes after launch.
Bank of Japan's Opinion Survey on the General Public's Views and Behavior replicated with about 500 AI agents, with a correlation coefficient of 0.88 against published values
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Ambiral株式会社 announced that it replicated the 107th Opinion Survey on the General Public's Views and Behavior by 日本銀行 using about 500 AI agents, obtaining a correlation coefficient of 0.88 with the published values.
How are grid-scale battery containers cooled? Webinar to explain the basics of structure and cooling methods
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ジャパンブランディング株式会社 will hold a webinar in late November 2026 explaining the container structure and cooling methods of grid-scale batteries. It will cover air-cooling systems such as those from GSユアサ and CONNEXX SYSTEMS, support for cold regions and salt damage, 消防庁 safety standards, and a demonstration experiment case at the Hokkaido Minami-Hayakita Substation.
Facts
Late November 2026
The operating temperature range is -20 to 45 degrees
[登別石水亭] "Refresh Your Mind and Body! November Day-Trip Bathing Event Calendar"
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野口観光株式会社's 登別石水亭 has published its November day-trip bathing event calendar. With events such as Senior Day, Ladies' Day, and Kids' Day, guests can enjoy sulfur hot springs.
Next Korea trip: Cheongju! Holding the "2026 Korea Tourism Organization Cheongju Trip X Campaign" with round-trip air tickets up for grabs!
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The Korea Tourism Organization Osaka Office is holding the "2026 Korea Tourism Organization Cheongju Trip X Campaign" to promote tourism to Cheongju, where entries by posting on X could win round-trip air tickets or QUO Card Pay.
TAC株式会社 announced that it will open a Zenkei Advanced-level prep web correspondence course on Oct. 30 for candidates taking the Nissho Bookkeeping Level 1 exam in November 2026. The enrollment fee is waived, and the tuition is 4,900 yen.
[Physical fitness of women in their 40s hits biggest drop in 25 years] Japan Kurort Institute seeks municipalities for award to introduce Germany-born "no-strain walking health method" to working-age generation
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The Japan Kurort Institute is seeking municipalities to apply for the "太陽生命 Kurort Health Walking Award 2026," which aims to introduce Germany-born "Kurort Health Walking" to municipalities in response to declining physical fitness among women in their 40s.
Facts
Remained at 93.6% of the level 25 years ago
Activities continue, including holding 110 sessions a year
"Domaine Sourire" becomes "桔梗ヶ原葡萄酒" — company name and brand renewed on Nov. 1
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株式会社塩尻ファーム announced that on Nov. 1, 2026, it will change its company name to "桔梗ヶ原葡萄酒株式会社" and its brand name to "桔梗ヶ原葡萄酒." It will renovate the former bakery on the premises and create a new tasting space using old vines from Shinshu. The preview opening is on Nov. 1, and the grand opening is scheduled for Nov. 16.
三福ホールディングス wins "Innovation Award"! Awards ceremony held by 愛媛経済レポート
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株式会社三福ホールディングス won the "Innovation Award" at the 17th 週刊愛媛経済レポート Award, hosted by 愛媛経済レポート. The awards ceremony was held on Oct. 28, 2026, and the company was recognized for its proactive adoption of AI technology and its use of the in-house AI assistant "Taka-chan AI."
47% of job-hunting students put "job content" last when choosing a company: Interview records of 179 students in the Class of 27 and Class of 28 used to show HR how to present job postings that get chosen [採用の名人]
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ビューイング株式会 released a survey compiling interview records of 179 students in the Class of 27 and Class of 28, revealing that 47% of students rank "job content" as the lowest-priority condition when choosing a company.
Facts
47% of students ranked "job content" 4th (lowest priority)
Compiled from records of 179 students in the Class of 27 and Class of 28
The most important condition is "work location" at 28%
"Days off" at 23%
"Job content" at 21%
What students want from work: "prioritizing private life" is the most common at 48%
Webinar to be held explaining the basics of PCS for grid-scale batteries, the "bridge between DC and AC"
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ジャパンブランディング株式会社, the exclusive Japan distributor of GUS Technology batteries, will hold an online webinar in late Nov. 2026 explaining the basics of PCS (power conditioning systems) for grid-scale batteries.
Facts
Battery capacity of 1,075 kWh
PCS capacity of 250 kW
PCS capacity selectable in the range of 100 kW to 300 kW
Special Crime Prevention Chief 杉良太郎 and AKB48's 秋山由奈 and 山内瑞葵, Special Crime Prevention Support Officers, take the stage; urge downloading and use of "警察庁-recommended app" that automatically blocks suspicious calls targeting mobile phones
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At the opening of the 5th FIDA GOLD CUP, 杉良太郎, Special Crime Prevention Chief of 警察庁, and AKB48's 秋山由奈 and 山内瑞葵, Special Crime Prevention Support Officers, took the stage and urged people to download and use the "警察庁-recommended app" to prevent special fraud damage.
[Japan's Best Starry Sky] ACHI PHOTO CONTEST 2026 in PHOTO×TRAVEL held in Achi Village, Nagano Prefecture
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株式会社阿智昼神観光局 will hold "ACHI PHOTO CONTEST 2026 in PHOTO×TRAVEL" in Achi Village, Nagano Prefecture, and is accepting landscape photos of Achi Village taken with a camera or smartphone.
Facts
Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
Jan. 31, 2027 (Sun.)
Up to 10 works per category
Achi Village Hirugami Onsen accommodation voucher (worth 30,000 yen)
New products featuring Halloween-themed illustrations from the anime "The Apothecary Diaries" go on sale Saturday, Nov. 14! アニメイト also holds a fair offering a "visual card" bonus
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株式会社アニメイト will sell new products from the anime "The Apothecary Diaries" starting Nov. 14, 2026, and hold a related fair. Information on collaborations involving Blu-ray/DVD and Gratte was also released.
10/31 International Evening News | US, Japan and South Korea foreign ministers stress Taiwan Strait peace, 蘋果 memory bill soars from 6 billion to 25 billion US dollars, retired British paratrooper nearly home after 28-year walk
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The foreign ministers of the US, Japan and South Korea stressed Taiwan Strait peace at talks on the sidelines of the G20 and singled out China's coercive behavior; 蘋果's memory procurement costs have surged to 25 billion US dollars because AI cloud providers are snapping up supply; the US has suspended visa-free entry to the Northern Mariana Islands for Chinese travelers to guard against security risks.
Facts
On the sidelines of the G20, the foreign ministers of the US, Japan and South Korea signed a memorandum of cooperation on a trilateral Arctic-Pacific partnership.
蘋果 is expected to spend 25 billion US dollars this year to buy the same amount of flash memory, more than 4 times the 6 billion US dollars in 2025.
The US Department of Homeland Security announced the suspension of the EVS-TAP program, which allowed Chinese travelers to enter the Northern Mariana Islands without a visa.
US allies' net purchases of US Treasuries from January to August this year fell by more than 60%, and Japan's net purchases dropped 99% year on year.
The cost of the extra 256GB of capacity in the iPhone 17 Pro has risen from 15 US dollars to 66 US dollars.
Tomorrow's weather: the good weather is gone! Cold air strikes, "temperatures plunge on this day," heavy rain across half of Taiwan; a look at next week's forecast
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Wang Pin-hsiang, a forecaster at the Central Weather Administration, said the northeasterly monsoon weakens on Nov. 1, and highs in the north rebound to 32 degrees. But two successive northeasterly monsoon surges next week will bring rain and cooler temperatures to northern Taiwan. Although Typhoon Hanamaru, a medium-strength typhoon, will not directly affect Taiwan, coastal areas should watch for long swells.
Facts
The northeasterly monsoon weakens on Nov. 1, and highs in the north rebound to between 31 and 32 degrees.
The northeasterly monsoon strengthens from Nov. 2 to 3, and highs in the north fall to between 25 and 26 degrees.
Original中颱煙花中心氣壓為940百帕，最大風速每秒45公尺。
A new northeasterly monsoon surge arrives from Nov. 6 to 7, and highs in the north fall to between 24 and 25 degrees.
Medium-strength Typhoon Hanamaru is expected to head toward waters south of Japan next Monday (Nov. 2).
Puma Shen reviews the Taipei mayoral debate; criticized for saying the "most important thing is companionship" on urban renewal, he hits back: my opponent took my words out of context
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Puma Shen reviewed the Taipei mayoral debate. His view that the "most important thing is companionship" on the issue of urban renewal sparked controversy and drew criticism for being taken out of context, after which Puma Shen hit back, saying his opponent distorted his remarks.
Who is the strongest debater in Taiwan's political history? Netizens overwhelmingly name him for "great on-the-spot reactions and eloquence": still no match to this day
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The first debate of the 2026 Taipei mayoral election has sparked heated online discussion. PTT users generally regard former President Chen Shui-bian as the strongest debater in Taiwan's political arena, with on-the-spot reactions and eloquence that still have no equal.
Facts
The first debate of the 2026 Taipei mayoral election took place on the 31st, pitting Chiang Wan-an against Puma Shen.
PTT users discussing Taiwan's strongest debater overwhelmingly praised former President Chen Shui-bian.
Netizens believe Chen Shui-bian's on-the-spot reactions, eloquence and ability to attack and defend are still hard for anyone to surpass.
Ma Ying-jeou, Ko Wen-je and James Soong also appeared on the list of top debaters discussed.
Huang Min-hui strongly backs Chang Chia-chun; Tuku campaign headquarters and Greater Beigang service office open today
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Yunlin County magistrate candidate Chang Chia-chun opened the Tuku campaign headquarters and the Greater Beigang service office on the 31st, backed by Chiayi City Mayor Huang Min-hui and several local heads of government. Chang Chia-chun has planned policies on smart agriculture, industrial parks, and culture and tourism, aimed at promoting local prosperity and keeping young people in their hometowns.
Facts
On the morning of the 31st, Chang Chia-chun opened the Tuku joint campaign headquarters and the Greater Beigang service office.
Chiayi City Mayor Huang Min-hui traveled north to campaign for Chang Chia-chun.
Chang Chia-chun proposed promoting "smart agriculture," helping farmers adopt digital technology and environmental monitoring.
Chang Chia-chun plans to advance a "9+1 industrial parks" policy, combining the existing agricultural base with related service industries.
Huang Min-hui lavished praise on Chang Chia-chun for her rich experience in the central government and deep experience in local service.
After-Work International Line: Foreign investors dump 2 trillion in Taiwan stocks; can the Taiwan market hit 50,000? Chang Hsi reveals the key number for 台積電: "The best companies are not invested in 'stupidly'!"
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Chang Hsi, former chairman of 國泰投信, was interviewed by After-Work International Line and offered his views on foreign investors dumping Taiwan stocks and on the outlook for the Taiwan market. He noted that foreign investors are cutting positions mainly because of a stronger US dollar and capital flowing back, and he believes that as long as earnings keep up, the Taiwan market still has a chance to break through 50,000 points.
Facts
Foreign investors have cumulatively sold a net of about 2.1 trillion yuan of Taiwan stocks this year, and continued to cut positions in October.
台積電 announced it will invest another 100 billion US dollars in Arizona in the US, and is estimated to build 4 more fabs plus an advanced packaging facility.
If 台積電's EPS in 2027 is 150 yuan, then at a share price of 2,500 to 2,600 yuan the forward price-to-earnings ratio is about 16.7 to 17.3 times.
Chang Hsi believes that foreign investors hold a huge amount of shares, so even if they keep selling, net buying or selling amounts alone cannot be used to conclude that Taiwan's fundamentals are deteriorating.
SpaceX and 特斯拉 are about to spend heavily in Texas in the US to build a chip park called "Terafab."
Let's go make clouds! The "2026 New Taipei City Community Building Achievement Exhibition" opens at the Air Force Sanchong 1st Village, with more than 30 community-building teams co-creating a childlike, happy "Cloud-Making Village"
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On Oct. 31, the New Taipei City Department of Cultural Affairs held the "2026 New Taipei City Community Building Achievement Exhibition" at the Air Force Sanchong 1st Village. Themed "Let's Go Make Clouds," it brought together more than 30 community-building teams to showcase local cultural achievements.
Facts
The "2026 New Taipei City Community Building Achievement Exhibition" opened on Oct. 31 at the Air Force Sanchong 1st Village.
The theme of the event is "Let's Go Make Clouds," and it is hosted by the New Taipei City Department of Cultural Affairs.
The event brought together more than 30 community-building teams and cultural bases.
Those who complete the challenge stamp rally can redeem a limited-edition themed gift or a raffle ticket.
4 teams from Taiwan, Japan and South Korea gather at Hsinchu Baseball Stadium to make friends through baseball! Opening game on 11/1; Ann Kao welcomes teams and fans to witness the "COMEBACK Bamboo Wind Rises Again"
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To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the municipal baseball stadium, the Hsinchu City Government will hold the "COMEBACK Bamboo Wind Rises Again" international exchange tournament from Nov. 1 to 3, 2026. Japanese, South Korean and domestic teams are invited to play the host team, the Hsinchu City Urban Baseball Team. Mayor Ann Kao stressed that this is the first official public game since the local team was formed, and it is combined with celebrity performances to create a baseball carnival.
Facts
A 3-day international baseball exchange tournament with 5 games in total will be held at Hsinchu Municipal Baseball Stadium from Nov. 1 to 3, 2026.
The participating teams include Japan's Tochigi Golden Braves, South Korea's Sangmu Phoenix, the National Taiwan Sport University baseball team, and the host Hsinchu City Urban Baseball Team.
The Hsinchu City Urban Baseball Team was formed in August this year and is led by head coach Chen Jui-chen.
The opening event features electronic dance music queen Jeannie Hsieh and South Korean entertainer Hyo-yeon performing on stage.
This exchange tournament is being held to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the opening of Hsinchu Municipal Baseball Stadium.
The Hsinchu City Government held a pre-game press conference on Oct. 31, and held a welcome dinner at 7 p.m. that evening.
A "driftwood piglet" treasured for 20 years! Su Chun-pin returns to Guanyin Beach to see an old comrade, turning marine debris into landscape art
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Taoyuan Deputy Mayor Su Chun-pin attended the beach cleanup at 國瑞汽車's Guanyin Beach, displaying the driftwood piglet mascot he has treasured for 20 years and recognizing the company's long-term environmental contributions. The city government announced it will continue promoting a public-private beach cleanup mechanism, and previewed that the 2026 Landscape Art Festival will incorporate the concept of marine debris regeneration to strengthen sustainable coastal governance.
Facts
Deputy Mayor Su Chun-pin shared the driftwood piglet mascot he has treasured for 20 years at 國瑞汽車's "Clean the Beach, Protect the Sea, Roll Toward the Future" event.
Since 113, 國瑞汽車 has proactively adopted Xinwu Beach and called on industry partners to join in beach cleanups.
Since 112, the Taoyuan City Government has held about 1600 beach cleanups in total, clearing as much as 1300 tons of marine debris.
The 2026 Landscape Art Festival will be held at Taoyuan's Pearl Coast, emphasizing the use of local materials and the recycling and reuse of waste.
The Taoyuan City Government has integrated multiple patrol teams and corporate volunteers, calling on more than a thousand volunteers to protect an adopted coastline stretching 26.5 kilometers.
The Sustainable Resources Hall at the Environmental Science and Technology Park is trial-operating a marine debris regeneration hall and a marine debris workshop, turning PET bottles and fishing nets into recycled resources.
Why did ancient imperial concubines love wearing "tall, hard-to-walk-in flowerpot shoes"? Not just because they were pretty! 3 special uses were to make things convenient for the emperor
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This article examines why Qing dynasty consorts wore flowerpot-sole shoes, noting that they were not only for beauty but also involved Manchu culture, the influence of Han Chinese foot-binding customs, and the need to identify status in the palace.
Facts
Flowerpot-sole shoes, also known as banner shoes, were a common type of high-soled footwear among Manchu women in the Qing dynasty; the soles were usually made of wood and wrapped in white cloth.
Depending on the shape of the sole, flowerpot-sole shoes can mainly be divided into styles such as the flowerpot sole, horseshoe sole and ingot sole.
The platform of a flowerpot-sole shoe can reach up to 25 cm in height, with a typical height of about 5 to 10 cm.
Some scholars believe the rise of flowerpot-sole shoes was related to the foot-binding custom among Han Chinese women, as the high-sole design could adjust the proportions of the foot and make the feet look smaller.
Flowerpot-sole shoes naturally slow the wearer's pace, and the wearer must stand upright to keep balance while walking, which visually makes the figure look more slender and the gait more dignified.
"Fuzhong Shenme Gui" Opens With Festive Crowds as Hou Yu-ih Dresses as "Sheriff Woody" and Hands Out Candy
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New Taipei Mayor Hou Yu-ih attended the Halloween event "Fuzhong Shenme Gui" in the Fuzhong district of Banqiao on Oct. 31, dressing as Sheriff Woody to interact with the public. The event combined a giant pop-up book installation, a costume parade and a market, aiming to create a festive atmosphere full of surprises.
Facts
New Taipei Mayor Hou Yu-ih dressed as Sheriff Woody from "Toy Story" to take part in the event.
More than 100 creative costume teams took part in the parade at the event site.
The costume contest has total prizes of up to NT$200,000 and adds a "Shape-Shifting Pets category" for the first time.
The event set up a "Wacky Market" gathering 30 stalls of specialty food, handmade goods and souvenir brands.
The "2026 Fuzhong Shenme Gui" event will run until Nov. 1.
Memory Price Surge Hits Phone Prices! OPPO Flagship Find X10 Challenges the NT$60,000 Mark With Price Increase of Up to 48%
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OPPO launched its Find X10 series flagship phones in Taiwan on the 29th. Affected by memory costs, the starting price of the standard model rose 48.3%, approaching the NT$60,000 mark. OPPC General Manager Liu Chin said the company will lower the barrier through subsidies and shift to a high-price strategy to cope with industry challenges.
Facts
The suggested retail price of the OPPO Find X10 Pro Max is NT$58,990.
The starting price of the Find X10 standard model is about 48.3% higher than that of the previous-generation Find X9 standard model.
OPPO Taiwan General Manager Liu Chin expects the trend of rising memory prices may continue until 2028.
The Find X10 Pro Max is equipped with the 聯發科 Dimensity 9600 Pro flagship chip.
The Find X10 series is equipped with an 8,000mAh battery and supports 80W wired fast charging.
OPPO's overall sales in the first 9 months of this year grew about 15% to 20% year on year.
The Find X10 standard model supports the Hasselblad professional teleconverter kit for the first time.
Ko Chih-en and Lai Jui-lung Are Just 0.1 Percentage Point Apart! Kuo Cheng-liang Reveals "Kaohsiung's Tragedy": If She Ran in Taipei, the DPP Would Be Nervous
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The Kaohsiung mayoral race in the 2026 nine-in-one elections has entered the final countdown. The latest poll shows support for the Kuomintang's Ko Chih-en and the Democratic Progressive Party's Lai Jui-lung differs by only 0.1%. Kuo Cheng-liang analyzed that Ko Chih-en has excellent personal qualifications and would have an advantage if the race were in Taipei, and that the current gap reflects the Kuomintang's long-term lack of cultivation in Kaohsiung and the DPP's strong overall strength.
Facts
ETtoday民調雲 released its latest election survey, showing DPP candidate Lai Jui-lung at 43.2% support and KMT candidate Ko Chih-en at 43.1%.
On the program "Xinwen Dabaihua," Kuo Cheng-liang said that if Ko Chih-en ran in Taipei, her chance of winning would be very high and the DPP would be nervous.
Ko Chih-en's favorability is 35.1%, higher than Lai Jui-lung's 33.5%; on negative evaluations, Ko Chih-en is also about 4 percentage points lower than Lai Jui-lung.
The poll was conducted by 東森民調雲股份有限公司, and the survey period was Oct. 20 to 25, 2026.
On the measure of who is seen as more likely to win, Lai Jui-lung stands at 51.6% and Ko Chih-en at 36.8%, a gap of about 14.8 percentage points.
Kuo Cheng-liang pointed out that Ko Chih-en faces more than just Lai Jui-lung, and that Chen Chi-mai will ultimately step in, highlighting the reality facing Kaohsiung residents.
Never Just Rinse Your Thermos With Water! Expert Shares 1 Proper Cleaning Method; Wash It Wrong and You Swallow All the Bacteria and Grime
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Doctors and experts warn that rinsing a thermos with water alone easily breeds bacteria, and the bacteria count may reach 40,000 times that of a toilet seat. They recommend scrubbing with dish soap daily and washing the detachable parts, while stressing that when using sodium percarbonate, the container must not be sealed to prevent an explosion.
Facts
The bacteria count on a reusable water bottle may be as high as 40,000 times that of an average toilet seat.
Under suitable conditions, microorganisms can form a biofilm in as little as about 48 hours.
Sodium percarbonate produces oxygen when mixed with water, and soaking in a sealed container can cause the lid to burst open.
Dr. Singh recommends washing a thermos every day, and no later than every 2 days at the longest.
A thermos should be cleaned with dish soap and a bottle brush, and the lid and silicone ring should be taken apart and washed.
Jason Singh, a family medicine physician in Virginia in the US, has previously warned on TikTok about bacteria buildup in water bottles.
The cleaning product company 加倍潔 reminds users that the container must be kept open when using sodium percarbonate.
US Military Blockades the Strait of Hormuz! Spending Tens of Billions to Squeeze Iran and Protect Merchant Ships, While Frontline Troops Face Heavy Burdens
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To block Iran's oil exports and escort merchant ships, the US military maintains a high-intensity military deployment in the Strait of Hormuz, costing as much as US$3 billion per month. Although it has successfully safeguarded shipping, frequent sorties have put huge pressure and maintenance burdens on fighter jets and troops, which could affect the US military's overall readiness in the long run.
Facts
The US military has deployed about 50,000 troops and 20 warships of various types in the Middle East, costing US$2 billion to US$3 billion per month.
Rear Adm. Sims, commander of the USS George Washington carrier strike group, said US fighter jets will immediately intercept and shoot down anti-ship cruise missiles or drones that threaten commercial shipping.
Persian Gulf allies have been able to export more than 1.5 billion barrels of crude oil since this summer, and more than 3000 merchant ships have passed through the strait without incident over the past six months.
The Pentagon has set up a ship repair center on Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean to cope with the attrition.
The USS Lincoln, stationed in the Middle East, has just completed a record-breaking sea deployment lasting 286 days.
Taipei Mayoral Debate: Who Scored, Chiang Wan-an or Shen Boyang? Cheap Exclaims He Didn't Expect Him to Be This Weak: Did He Prepare?
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The Taipei mayoral debate for the 2026 nine-in-one elections was held on Oct. 31, with Chiang Wan-an and Shen Boyang clashing fiercely. Internet personality Cheap commented that Chiang Wan-an performed steadily and is familiar with city affairs, while Shen Boyang was said to be underprepared. The two camps will later coordinate on whether to hold a second debate.
Facts
The televised Taipei mayoral debate for the 2026 nine-in-one elections was held at 12 noon on Oct. 31.
Internet personality Cheap commented that Chiang Wan-an's performance was middling and steady, and that Shen Boyang did not seem like someone who had proactively sought the fight and was underprepared.
Chiang Wan-an promoted his policy platform of "saying what he'll do and doing it" and questioned his opponent's unfamiliarity with city affairs, while Shen Boyang countered that he had not answered the questions.
In the last question of the cross-examination, Shen Boyang invited his opponent on the spot to debate once more, joking that they could add each other on LINE to decide.
The camps of Chiang Wan-an and Shen Boyang only formally settled the date of the first debate after their second round of talks on Oct. 15.
Don't Just Fry Eggs in Oil! Expert Shares 1 Foolproof Method for "Crispy Outside, Tender Inside, Yolk Not Overcooked," Guaranteed Not to Break or Stick to the Pan
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The US food website Chowhound shared tips for frying eggs, stressing that by preheating the pan, using the right amount of oil and adjusting the heat in stages, combined with basting with oil or steam heating, you can fry a perfect fried egg that is crispy outside and tender inside with the yolk not overcooked.
Facts
The US food website Chowhound pointed out that the most important thing in frying an egg is controlling the pan temperature: too low and the egg sticks, too high and it burns.
When frying an egg, preheat the frying pan over medium heat for a few minutes, and add cooking oil at a ratio of about 1 to 2 tablespoons per egg.
If you want to keep a runny, half-cooked yolk, it is not suitable to use high heat from start to finish, because the egg white and yolk cook at different speeds.
While the egg white has not yet set, you can use the "oil-basting method," scooping hot oil with a spoon and pouring it over the egg white to help it cook, avoiding the yolk as much as possible.
Another way to speed up cooking is steam heating: add a small amount of water to the pan and cover it with a lid, making the overall texture softer.
What Did Each Say at the End of the Taipei Mayoral Debate? Chiang Wan-an Thanks Ko Wen-je, Shen Boyang Quotes Kevin Tsai: Winning the Vote Depends on "This Thing"
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The Taipei mayoral election debate ended on the 31st, with Chiang Wan-an and Shen Boyang delivering closing statements. Chiang Wan-an stressed his ability to take action and thanked former mayor Ko Wen-je, while Shen Boyang, citing the gap between data and people's lived experience, quoted a famous saying by Kevin Tsai to urge residents to choose their ideal life through voting.
Facts
The televised Taipei mayoral election debate concluded on the 31st.
Chiang Wan-an said this election is a choice between fantasy and slogans on one side and action and boldness on the other.
Chiang Wan-an thanked former mayor Ko Wen-je for laying the foundations of the Taipei Dome, social housing and the Beitou-Shilin Technology Park.
Chiang Wan-an said Taipei City's fiscal discipline has cut debt by more than 40 billion yen over 4 years, the most among the six special municipalities.
Ko Wen-je was sentenced to 17 years in the first trial of his corruption case.
Puma Shen quoted Kevin Tsai's famous line: Don't worry about which candidate wins; worry about whether you win.
Chiang Wan-an urged supporters to go out and vote on Nov. 28.
Wu Hsiu-hua Celebrates Halloween With Children, Hopes to Make It Taitung's Annual Family Tourism Event
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Taitung County Council Speaker and county magistrate candidate Wu Hsiu-hua took part in consecutive Halloween parade and Railway Market events and announced her platform. She plans, if elected magistrate, to develop Halloween into a major annual family tourism festival to promote local economic development and family happiness.
Facts
Wu Hsiu-hua is the Taitung County Council Speaker and a county magistrate candidate.
Wu Hsiu-hua recently wore a black-and-gold witch hat and an orange cape to welcome children from Gaozhan Kindergarten to the council for a parade.
Wu Hsiu-hua appeared at the Halloween event at the Taitung Railway Market on the evening of the 30th and handed out candy.
Wu Hsiu-hua hopes that, if she has the chance to serve as county magistrate in the future, she will expand the Halloween event into a major annual family tourism festival for Taitung.
Wu Hsiu-hua advocates branding the annual event to attract families from other counties and cities to travel and spend in Taitung, thereby boosting the local economy.
Hsu Hsin-ying Launches Guanxi and Qionglin Campaign Offices, Urges Voters to "Countersign" on 11/28 for 20,000-Yuan Universal Cash Payout
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Kuomintang Hsinchu County magistrate candidate Hsu Hsin-ying attended the opening ceremonies of the Guanxi and Qionglin campaign offices on Oct. 31, urging voters to vote in support of her countersignature on the policy of a universal 20,000-yuan cash payout. She also put forward welfare platforms including an elderly allowance, vaccine subsidies and childbirth subsidies, and received strong endorsements from local party and government officials.
Facts
Hsu Hsin-ying pledged that, if elected, she would fight for a universal 20,000-yuan cash payout for all citizens and have the bill pass its third reading by the end of November.
Hsu Hsin-ying advocates providing AI smart health bracelets to seniors aged 65 and over to look after their health.
Hsu Hsin-ying advocates promoting a 100,000-yuan childbirth subsidy gift package for the first child, with the same applying from the second child onward.
Hsu Hsin-ying firmly opposes bringing any undesirable facilities, such as funeral parks, to Qionglin.
Hsinchu County Magistrate Yang Wen-ke affirmed that Hsu Hsin-ying is of clean character and excellent professional knowledge, and considers her the best candidate for Hsinchu County magistrate.
The debate battle spreads to Threads! What did Chiang Wan-an and Puma Shen each post?
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After their debate on the 31st, Taipei mayoral candidates Chiang Wan-an and Puma Shen continued to trade attacks on social media over issues including food safety, amendments on drugged driving and the relocation of Songshan Airport. The two sides questioned each other's policy positions, attendance records and data sources, and the fight spread to online forums.
Facts
Puma Shen questioned whether Chiang Wan-an's attendance at the drug prevention meeting and the Child and Youth Welfare Promotion Committee was only 7%.
Chiang Wan-an said the Taipei City Government has coordinated with the Ministry of National Defense on the camp south of Songshan Airport and will take it back to conduct a feasibility assessment.
Puma Shen proposed the SBIRT screening and intervention policy as an approach to handling the drug problem.
Chiang Wan-an accused Puma Shen of not taking part in the vote at the Legislative Yuan's third reading of the drugged driving amendment.
In 4 years in office, Chiang Wan-an did not discuss relocating Songshan Airport, and only suddenly raised it three months before the election.
The Executive Yuan said it would take 20 years to overcome the difficulties related to relocating Songshan Airport.
Chiang Wan-an criticized the DPP government for covering up and withholding information when handling the toxic oil incident.
Nearly 2,000 People Flood Huang Yu-ting's Campaign Office Opening! Ko Chih-en Backs Clean Politics, Tsai Ling-yi Drapes Sash, Six Major Platforms Proposed to Protect Former Hsin Ling Hospital
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Kuomintang Kaohsiung City District 8 councilor candidate Huang Yu-ting held her campaign headquarters opening ceremony on the 31st, with Tsai Ling-yi, wife of former Vice President Wu Den-yih, and mayoral candidate Ko Chih-en both present to show support. Huang Yu-ting put forward six major platforms, and nearly 2,000 people attended on site, displaying the Blue camp's unity and momentum.
Facts
Kuomintang-nominated Kaohsiung City District 8 councilor candidate Huang Yu-ting held her campaign headquarters opening ceremony on the 31st.
Tsai Ling-yi, wife of former Vice President Wu Den-yih, traveled south to attend Huang Yu-ting's campaign headquarters opening ceremony and draped a campaign sash over her.
Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Ko Chih-en attended in person, personally presented Huang Yu-ting with a battle flag, and called on voters to consolidate their votes.
Huang Yu-ting put forward six major platforms, including old-building urban renewal and long-term care and social welfare.
Huang Yu-ting holds a home-care worker license and has business management experience, and has visited 170 borough chiefs.
Unexpected Reversal in Taipei Mayoral Debate? Writer Says Chiang Wan-an Scored With Counterattacks: Puma Shen Never Once Landed a Knockout on Chiang, Voters Should Be Nervous
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A writer commented on the Taipei mayoral debate, saying Chiang Wan-an scored with his counterattacks while Puma Shen failed to effectively hit his opponent, and reminded voters to pay attention.
Wu Hsiu-hua and Rao Ching-ling Sing Together at Railway Market, Duet "At Least There's You" With Warm Embrace
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Taitung County Magistrate Rao Ching-ling and candidate Wu Hsiu-hua sang a duet and embraced at a Halloween event, showing their friendship. Wu Hsiu-hua announced the establishment of a 100 million yuan youth entrepreneurship fund to support young people returning home to start businesses, and pledged to continue the slow economy policy to promote local development.
Facts
Taitung County Magistrate Rao Ching-ling and county magistrate candidate Wu Hsiu-hua sang "At Least There's You" together and embraced at the Taitung Railway Market event.
Wu Hsiu-hua proposed planning a 100 million yuan youth entrepreneurship fund to support young people starting businesses.
The event names include "Ka K Kaimaila" and "Halloween Glimmer Market Parade Party."
Wu Hsiu-hua said she will continue the slow economy and walled-free concert policies promoted by County Magistrate Rao Ching-ling.
The event featured performances by Wanle Paradise, Afa and Sina, and was closed by Golden Melody hitmaker Ba Daxiong.
The event began at 7 p.m., with the public gathering at "Village Chief's Home" and setting off along Tiehua Road for the Halloween parade.
Taipei Fullerton and Ruisui Tianhe Win "Excellence Five-Star" Recognition Three Times in Six Years, Joining Hands to Set a New Benchmark for Taiwan's Top Accommodations
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Taipei Fullerton and Ruisui Tianhe, having won "Excellence Five-Star" recognition three times in six years, jointly held a brand summit on Oct. 30 to share their management philosophy and launch room offers, showcasing the service quality of Taiwan's high-end accommodations.
Facts
交通部觀光署 has recognized 台北美福大飯店 and 瑞穗天合國際觀光酒店 with the "Excellence Five-Star" award three times in six years.
The two hotels jointly held the "2026 Excellence Five-Star Brand Summit and Media Announcement" on Oct. 30.
The Mi Xiang Taiwanese restaurant at 台北美福大飯店 has won a Michelin one-star recognition consecutively.
台北美福大飯店 offers Executive Suites from 11,111 yuan per room and Royal Suites from 22,222 yuan per room.
瑞穗天合國際觀光酒店 offers a weekday package for two with one night's stay and two meals from 10,400 yuan per room.
Professor Liu Hsi-lin of 國立高雄餐旅大學 hosted the dialogue session of the summit.
Chang Wen-han, president of 馬偕紀念醫院, shared experience on talent development and team resilience in the healthcare industry.
Century-Old Trail Sets Out Again From Bangka! Tanlan Entrance Imagery Unveiled, Taipei, New Taipei, Keelung and Yilan Gather for 10th Anniversary, Stamp Collecting to Explore Mountain and Sea Splendor
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The 2026 Tanlan Century-Old Trails Taipei-New Taipei-Keelung-Yilan Gathering took place on the 31st at Bangka Park in Taipei City's Wanhua District, where the Tanlan Historic Trail entrance imagery was unveiled. Coinciding with the 10th anniversary of the Tanlan initiative, the event was jointly held by Taipei City with the four cities and counties of New Taipei, Keelung and Yilan, aiming to promote the historic route network linking city, mountains and coast, along with the results of Taiwan-Japan exchange, through cross-jurisdiction cooperation and stamp-collecting experiences.
Facts
The 2026 Tanlan Century-Old Trails Taipei-New Taipei-Keelung-Yilan Gathering took place on the 31st at Bangka Park in Taipei City's Wanhua District.
The event also held an unveiling ceremony for the Tanlan Historic Trail entrance imagery, coinciding with the 10th anniversary of the Tanlan initiative.
Taipei City joined hands with New Taipei City, Keelung City and Yilan County to promote the Tanlan Century-Old Trails through cross-jurisdiction cooperation.
Since 2016, the four cities and counties of Taipei, New Taipei, Keelung and Yilan have taken turns hosting the gathering and have set up a cross-jurisdiction cooperation platform.
Some sections have expanded Taiwan-Japan trail exchange through a memorandum of cooperation signed with Japan's Miyagi Prefecture.
The Northeast and Yilan Coast National Scenic Area Administration of 交通部觀光署 launched the Tanlan stamp-collecting passport; those who collect stamps at 20 sites can redeem a limited-edition completion badge.
This year's event was hosted by Taipei City and invited officials from Japan's Miyagi Prefecture and representatives of multiple central government ministries.
Monsters Appear in the Library: Renai Elementary School's Six-Stage Halloween Adventure Links Bilingual Stories So Kids Build Reading and English Skills Through Play
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臺北市大安區仁愛國小 held a Halloween-themed book exhibition and challenge activity from Oct. 12 to 31, combining reading and English tasks to improve students' reading and English abilities.
Facts
臺北市大安區仁愛國小 held the "Monsters and Their Library" themed book exhibition and challenge activity from Oct. 12 to 31.
The activity features six reading and English tasks, paired with English storytelling, letting students move among the bookshelves on treasure hunts and make creations by hand.
Students receive one gacha draw after completing six tasks.
On Oct. 30, an ELTA (foreign English teaching assistant) brought Halloween English stories to the library, guiding students to listen and respond through interactive Q&A.
The activity encourages students to go from finding monsters to reading, writing and creating, building observation skills and the ability to organize information.
G20 sideline talks focus on the Taiwan Strait! Rubio teams up with Japan and South Korea to counter China and Russia, firmly pushing back against economic coercion
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On the sidelines of the G20, U.S. Secretary of State Rubio met with the foreign ministers of Japan and South Korea and signed a memorandum on an Arctic-Pacific partnership, stressing Taiwan Strait stability, countering China and Russia, and the North Korea issue.
Facts
On the sidelines of the G20 foreign ministers' meeting, U.S. Secretary of State Rubio held trilateral talks with Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi and South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun.
The talks stressed the importance of maintaining peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait.
Rubio cited China's attempts to control the South China Sea and its coercive actions in the East China Sea and Yellow Sea.
The U.S., Japan and South Korea reaffirmed their firm commitment to the complete denuclearization of North Korea.
The three sides reviewed the implementation of the Memorandum of Cooperation on Small Modular Reactor Deployment signed in Ankara in July this year.
30-year-old aged preserved radish turned into chicken essence: Zhuhong's 蘊和堂 wins Golden Peak Award
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築泓健康科技's brand 「蘊和堂」 launched a chicken essence blended with 30-year aged preserved radish, winning a 2026 Golden Peak Award as one of the Top 10 Outstanding Products, aiming to differentiate itself in the market through its distinctive flavor.
Facts
築泓健康科技's brand 「蘊和堂」 incorporates preserved radish aged for more than 30 years into its chicken essence process, winning the 24th Golden Peak Award in 2026 as one of the "Top 10 Outstanding Products Nationwide."
The general manager of 築泓健康科技 is Chien Fu-chun.
The aged preserved radish chicken essence also won an award related to the Japan Kiwami Takumi Food Grand Prize FPA.
In mid-October, the company was recognized as one of the "2026 Taichung Youth Entrepreneurship Brand Top 10 Rising Stars."
蘊和堂 uses aged preserved radish as the core of its product identity, bringing traditional ingredients into modern life through layered flavors and product formats.
Taipei Mayoral TV Debate: Chen Bo-yang's 3 priorities for his first 100 days in office, and what he chatted about with Chiang Wan-an during the commercial break
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At the 2026 Taipei mayoral TV debate held on the 31st, Democratic Progressive Party candidate Chen Bo-yang put forward policies including planting trees, tackling child abuse and reforming school lunches in his first 100 days in office, and stressed a positive election culture. After the debate, Chen noted that his opponent Chiang Wan-an debated while ill, that he had asked about Chiang's health during a commercial break, and he criticized his opponent for attaching negative labels and answering a different question from the one asked.
Facts
The 2026 Taipei mayoral election TV debate was held on the afternoon of the 31st; by drawing lots, Democratic Progressive Party candidate Chen Bo-yang delivered the opening statement and the closing statement.
Chen Bo-yang said that if elected Taipei mayor, his first task within 100 days of taking office would be to plant trees again, the second would be to address child abuse, and the third would be to improve school lunches.
During the commercial break in the middle of the debate, Chen Bo-yang walked up to his opponent Chiang Wan-an to chat, mainly asking about his health, as Chiang's voice was strained from debating while ill.
Chen Bo-yang stressed that his campaign strategy is not to launch negative attacks or talk about family, but to bring in technology and design and let the public get to know him through a positive election.
Retired for more than 11 years, former China Petrochemical chairman Fu Chengyu under investigation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Fu Chengyu, former Party Secretary and chairman of 中國石油化工集團公司, is suspected of serious violations of discipline and law and is undergoing disciplinary review and supervisory investigation by the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection and the National Supervisory Commission.
Vice President Hsiao campaigns along Taichung's coastal line, backing Ho Hsin-chun and hoping Shih Chih-chang wins re-election
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim traveled to Taichung's coastal line to campaign for Democratic Progressive Party Taichung mayoral candidate Ho Hsin-chun and city councilor Shih Chih-chang, backing Ho as having the governing ability and urging locals to help Shih win re-election.
Ko Chih-en and Lai Jui-lung rush between events, with Ko continuing debate exchanges and praising Wu Den-yih's development projects
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Kuomintang Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Ko Chih-en and Democratic Progressive Party candidate Lai Jui-lung had packed schedules, attending multiple city councilor campaign headquarters opening ceremonies in a row. Ko praised former mayor Wu Den-yih's contributions to development; Lai is promoting policies on technology to add value to traditional industries and on sports centers. The race for city council in District 8 is intense, with 9 candidates running for 5 seats.
Turmoil at Poland's Constitutional Tribunal spreads; ambassador to China is first to resign, sparking a wave of followers
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A political crisis triggered by appointments to Poland's Constitutional Tribunal has deepened: the ambassador to China, Kułakowski, was the first to resign, followed by the ambassador to Romania, Soroka, and several officials have since resigned or declared loyalty to the president.
Han Kuo-yu strongly recommends Chang Chia-chun; Liu Chien-kuo canvasses at Douliu West Market
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Kuomintang Yunlin County magistrate candidate Chang Chia-chun invited Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu to Xiluo Township to canvass for votes, receiving his strong endorsement; Democratic Progressive Party candidate Liu Chien-kuo visited Douliu West Market, focusing on the preservation and revitalization of traditional markets.
國民黨 holds joint rally in Taoyuan, Hsinchu, Hsinchu County and Miaoli, urging yes votes in nuclear referendum
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
國民黨 held a referendum rally in the Taoyuan-Hsinchu-Miaoli area under the slogan "AI is calling, nuclear power keeps the lights on," with party chairperson Cheng Li-wun and several local politicians on stage, urging people to vote yes in the Nov. 28 nuclear referendum to support restarting nuclear power and sustaining the tech industry's competitiveness.
Facts
Nov. 28
People in the 4 cities and counties of Taoyuan, Hsinchu and Miaoli
4 months visiting markets and streets: Berlin writer puts the flavors of Taiwan into a cookbook
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Sissi Chen, a Chinese-heritage food writer in Berlin, spent 4 months in Taiwan visiting markets and streets and wrote Taiwan's food culture into her newly published German-language cookbook "Eating in Taiwan," hoping to break German readers' generalized impression of Asian cuisine.
Tunghai University marks 71st anniversary; alumnus donates 100 million yuan to help build semiconductor building
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Tunghai University held its 71st founding anniversary celebration, at which alumnus Cheng Ching-ho donated NT$100 million to support construction of a semiconductor building and talent cultivation, and the university appointed 4 Academia Sinica academicians as honorary distinguished professors.
Xi Jinping's large-scale purge: scholars say he keeps finding enemies to sustain governing legitimacy
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Scholars Tsai Wen-hsuan and Tseng Wei-feng analyze the situation after the 5th Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Chinese Communist Party, noting that Xi Jinping is sustaining governing legitimacy through a large-scale purge of party cadres, and predicting that "Xi Jinping's party-building thought" will be institutionalized, affecting future official selection.
North Korean state media: Sanctions cannot negate Pyongyang's status as a nuclear weapons state
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
North Korean state media KCNA reported that Pyongyang condemned a joint statement issued by the US, Australia, the UK, South Korea and other countries as an infringement of sovereignty, and stressed that sanctions cannot shake its status as a nuclear-armed state.
Facts
Multiple resolutions adopted by the UN Security Council since 2006
(Translator: Kao Chao-fen / Editor: Liu Shu-chin) 1151031
Kinmen's 金獅影城 Turns Off the Lights; Island to Have No Cinema for the First Time in 12 Years
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
金獅影城, the last remaining cinema in Kinmen, ends operations today, leaving the island without a cinema in operation for the first time in 12 years. 國賓影城 had earlier closed after its lease expired, while 台開集團, which owns 金獅影城, decided to suspend operations temporarily due to huge losses.
Facts
First time in 12 years
The island once had more than 10 cinemas
The last cinema, 僑聲戲院, closed in 2008
Kinmen did not see the openings of 國賓影城 and 金獅影城 until 2014
June this year
said in September
worked part-time at 金獅 for about 2 years
remembers vividly that when the cinema first opened, its more than 400 seats were almost full
Two Hualien Members of the People's Party Run in Violation of Party Rules; Fu Kuo-yuan and Chiang Yueh-chen Expelled
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Hualien County chapter of the 台灣民眾黨 expelled Fu Kuo-yuan and Chiang Yueh-chen from the party in accordance with party rules, because the two ran for Hualien County councilor in the first electoral district without nomination in violation of party discipline. The chapter reiterated that it supports only Tsai Yi-yang.
If US-Iran War Escalates, Egypt's Foreign Minister Fears Greater Destruction
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Speaking at the Manama Dialogue security summit of the 國際戰略研究所 held in Bahrain, Egyptian Foreign Minister Abdelatty said he is concerned that a renewed escalation of the US-Iran war would cause greater destruction. The interim agreement reached in June this year failed to ensure a lasting ceasefire in the Iran war or restore normal shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, and Qatar's mediation team has returned to Tehran to push for an agreement.
Facts
(Compiled by 中央社 in Manama from foreign wire reports on the 31st)
"The second round will be more dangerous and more destructive
Pride Parade Draws Attention to Alleged Discrimination in Law Enforcement; Chiang Wan-an Apologizes and Promises Maximum Disclosure of Investigation Report
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an attended the 2026 Taiwan LGBT Pride parade, apologized over the incident in which police searches of gay bars allegedly involved discrimination, and pledged to release the investigation report to the greatest extent possible.
Chang Chun and Yu Shu-chen Busy Canvassing and Setting Up Township Campaign Offices; Wei Chia-hsien Denies Rumors of Withdrawal
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Candidates in the 2026 nine-in-one elections for Hualien County magistrate have packed schedules: independent Chang Chun is canvassing accompanied by cross-party councilors; the Kuomintang's Yu Shu-chen has set up campaign headquarters in 11 townships; independent Wei Chia-hsien sternly denied rumors of withdrawal, stressing that she will run to the end.
Facts
2026 Nine-in-One Elections
Campaign headquarters established in 11 townships
For 2 days in a row
Plans to hold an inaugural rally on Nov. 7 at Zhongzheng Stadium in Hualien City
Saudi Arabia Executes 2 Bangladeshis; Unclear Case Details Spark Debate Over Judicial Transparency
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Saudi Arabia executed 2 Bangladeshi nationals. Because authorities did not disclose the specific offenses or trial details, the case has sparked controversy over judicial transparency, the appropriateness of the death penalty, and the rights of foreign workers; rumors circulating online were confirmed by fact-checking to be fabricated.
Facts
Executed 2 Bangladeshi nationals
and carried out the death sentence in the Mecca region on Oct. 14
Taiwan LGBT Pride Parade Held in Taipei; Organizers Estimate 170,000 People Take to the Streets to March Together
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Taiwan LGBT Pride parade enters its 24th edition this year, with organizers estimating 170,000 participants. Under the theme "Listen Together, Walk Together," the parade aims to call on society to listen to gender issues. As it is an election year, 8 political parties, including the Democratic Progressive Party and the Kuomintang youth wing, and several candidates such as Puma Shen and Chiang Wan-an showed up in support.
China's Manufacturing Sentiment Cools; October PMI Falls Below the Expansion-Contraction Line
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
China's manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) for October fell to 49.3, down 0.8 percentage points from September and below the expansion-contraction line, the largest contraction in nearly 3 months and lower than Reuters forecasts.
Facts
The manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) for October was 49.3
Down 0.8 percentage points from September
The PMI uses 50 as the expansion-contraction line
Both the production index and the new orders index were at 53.0 or above
The PMIs for high-tech manufacturing and equipment manufacturing were 51.3 and 50.6 respectively
The PMI for large enterprises was 50.2
The PMIs for medium and small enterprises were 48.4 and 47.5 respectively
高捷 Mikan Station Master Teams Up with Hello Kitty; Painted Train Makes Maiden Run
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 高雄捷運 Mikan station master and Hello Kitty have launched a painted train. Its maiden run departed from Qiaotou Sugar Refinery Station, and Formosa Boulevard Station was lit up in the evening in support. The co-branded train will run until Sept. 30 next year.
Facts
The maiden run departed today from Qiaotou Sugar Refinery Station
"Hello Kitty" 's birthday is Nov. 1
Presenting Hello Kitty's 4 signature colors of red, blue, yellow and white... 6 p.m.
The co-branded train will run until Sept. 30 next year
中油: Gasoline and Diesel Prices Unchanged Next Week; Cumulative Absorption of About 31.86 Billion Yuan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
中油 announced that gasoline and diesel prices will remain unchanged from Nov. 2 to 8, with cumulative absorption of about 31.86 billion yuan to support people's livelihoods and stabilize prices.
Facts
31.86 billion yuan
Nov. 2
Nov. 8
92-octane unleaded gasoline at 31.2 yuan per liter
95-octane unleaded gasoline at 32.7 yuan per liter
98-octane unleaded gasoline at 34.7 yuan per liter
Re-tender for Widening of Freeway No. 1 Wudu-Xizhi Section in November; Cho Jung-tai Hopes Construction Starts in Year 116
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Premier Cho Jung-tai inspected the widening project for the Wudu to Xizhi section of National Freeway No. 1. Because the tender failed on Oct. 27, it is expected to be re-tendered in November, with construction hoped to begin in the 1st to 2nd quarter of the 116th year of the Republic, to build a golden corridor for the capital region.
18 Chinese Military Aircraft Cross Median Line to Coordinate with Ships in Harassing Taiwan; ROC Military Closely Monitors and Responds
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Ministry of National Defense said that starting at 1:15 p.m., it detected 22 Chinese Communist military aircraft sorties going out to sea, 18 of which crossed the Taiwan Strait median line and its extension and entered airspace around Taiwan and the Western Pacific. Working with Chinese Communist ships under the name of a "joint combat readiness patrol," they harassed the air and sea space around Taiwan. The armed forces are closely monitoring the situation and responding appropriately.