AI News 180m Report｜2026-10-31 21:00–24:00 JST｜Page 1 of 2https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 75 items from 6 sources; Japan, 37 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en 100% satisfaction with support in parent survey. With the "Kurasupits Method," bringing developmental support done together with families to households that previously could not attendhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3680094https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3680094Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:42:28 +0900JapanPR TIMESくらすぴっつkids藍住, operated by くらすぴっつ株式会社, will begin picking up children from school in November to expand support for families who have difficulty with transportation. In the FY2025 parent survey, support satisfaction was 100%. Initial psychiatric pre-interviews are sorted into web questionnaires and phone calls based on each hospital's own questions. Feature released that also automatically determines the assigned psychiatric social worker (PSW)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3680095https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3680095Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:41:16 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社MENTRA has released a new feature for the web questionnaire function of its medical AI "MENTRA" for psychiatry and psychosomatic medicine. Based on each hospital's own questions, it sorts patients between phone handling and web questionnaires and automatically determines the assigned psychiatric social worker (PSW). No water used: a belt-driven fan cools the cylinder. BLDB releases the air-cooled hit-and-miss engine model "B04"https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3680096https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3680096Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:40:43 +0900JapanPR TIMESBLDB has begun sales of "B04," an air-cooled working gasoline engine model. It is a 3.6cc horizontal single-cylinder four-stroke engine using a hit-and-miss system, featuring fan-belt-driven air cooling and a glass drip oiler. The engine alone costs 110,075 yen and the full set costs 117,150 yen (tax included). "Folktale Puzzle" made of Noto Hiba cypress to go on sale on Culture Day. 4 types: Momotaro, Urashima Taro, Kintaro and Kachikachi Mountain; a wooden educational toy to play with on both front and backhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3680097https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3680097Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:30:05 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社もりもり工房 will release the "Folktale Puzzle," a wooden educational toy made from Noto Hiba cypress, the tree of Ishikawa Prefecture, on Culture Day, Nov. 3, 2026. It comes in 4 designs including Momotaro, and the front and back show different scenes. [4th store in Fukui Prefecture!] The first private-room bedrock bath (women only) in the prefecture, private-room sauna (men only), and even golf and karaoke to "refresh both mind and body": FIT-EASY Tsuruga has held its pre-opening!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679991https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679991Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:29:50 +0900JapanPR TIMESフィットイージー株式会社 has held the pre-opening of the amusement fitness club "FIT-EASY Tsuruga" in Tsuruga, Fukui Prefecture, with its grand opening on Dec. 1, 2026. It has introduced the prefecture's first private-room bedrock bath (women only), a private-room sauna (men only), an AI healthcare app and more. [101st store in Aichi Prefecture] Equipped with FIT-VOICE and FIT-BEAUTY, a first in Naka Ward, Nagoya! "You don't have to be stoic": you're sure to find a reason to want to come. FIT-EASY Fushimi Omiya has held its pre-openinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679992https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679992Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:28:33 +0900JapanPR TIMESフィットイージー株式会社 has held the pre-opening of FIT-EASY Fushimi Omiya in Naka Ward, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, introducing FIT-VOICE and FIT-BEAUTY, a first in the ward. [Free for the first 3 companies] New plan "Health Check" added to "AI Review Advisor." Security consultation available for systems built with AI and existing appshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679993https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679993Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:27:36 +0900JapanPR TIMESピーキー株式会社 has added a new "Health Check Plan" to its AI code review service "AI Review Advisor," offering it free to the first 3 companies only. [102nd store in Aichi Prefecture] Packed with services that delight women, such as machine Pilates and studio lessons! "I want to be beautiful" and "I want to refresh" become reasons to start coming: FIT-EASY Kisogawa Nishi has held its pre-openinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679994https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679994Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:26:23 +0900JapanPR TIMESフィットイージー株式会社 held the pre-opening of "FIT-EASY Kisogawa Nishi" in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, on Oct. 31, 2026. The store offers machine Pilates, studio lessons and more, and supports health management using an AI healthcare app. 「明細を見ながら1行ずつ入力する」仕事をなくす。古物商・リユース事業者向けSaaS「リユース在庫SaaS」提供開始 ― 落札明細・精算書をAIが読み取り、ワンクリックで在庫1点ずつにhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679995https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679995Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:16:06 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社UNITARYは、古物商・リユース事業者向けSaaS「リユース在庫SaaS」を2026年10月30日より提供開始した。業者オークションの落札明細や精算書をAIが読み取り、在庫1点ずつの伝票に自動変換する機能により、手入力業務の削減と在庫管理の効率化を実現する。 Official site launched for "RE:WEB," a subscription-based web production service with 0 yen initial production costhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679941https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679941Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:10:26 +0900JapanPR TIMESFirst Innovation Co., Ltd. 株式会社ファーストイノベーション, an IT company in Chuo Ward, Tokyo, has launched the official website for "RE:WEB," a subscription-based web production service with an initial production fee of 0 yen and monthly fees starting at 22,000 yen (tax included). Only 3% of Job Postings State "No Quotas"—An Analysis of 5,578 Postings Finds a Free Appeal Left Unusedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679942https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679942Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:06:48 +0900JapanPR TIMESResults of an analysis of 5,578 job postings by HRShaker, operated by 株式会社Shake. Only 3% of sales and retail job postings explicitly state "no quotas," and the use of other appeals such as air conditioning and heating was also found to be low. Factors cited include taking things for granted internally and modesty, and the use of accurate wording that directly answers job seekers' concerns is recommended. Which day of the week? What time? The reality of when job postings are readhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679943https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679943Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:06:30 +0900JapanPR TIMESHRShaker of 株式会社Shake analyzed, based on measured data from 107 companies, that fluctuations in the number of applications follow "waves of time" by season and day of the week. It published a report that separates the effects of posting quality from timing and indicates appropriate times to run postings. Jointly developed an exercise program using the indoor play equipment "Unteiyagura®." GRAVO signs a joint research and development agreement with 一般社団法人 重心道https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679945https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679945Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社GRAVO has signed a joint research and development agreement with 一般社団法人重心道 and will develop an exercise program using "Unteiyagura®." Installation and evaluation at 重心道's facilities will begin in October 2026. BAR Lemon Heart Oizumi-gakuen store to close on Dec. 31, 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679944https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679944Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESRiku Furuya, grandson of manga artist Mitsutoshi Furuya and director of 株式会社ファミリー企画, will close "BAR Lemon Heart" in Oizumi-gakuen, Nerima Ward, Tokyo, on Dec. 31, 2026, and plans to begin operations around Feb. 2027 at the liquor store 西荻珈琲 "ARTASTE" in order to expand the activities of managing and promoting his grandfather's works nationwide. Precisely because we are engineers living in the age of AI, we decided to meet people in person.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679876https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679876Sat, 31 Oct 2026 22:53:41 +0900JapanPR TIMESIT鎂株式会社 and 株式会社STOCK-UP will hold an in-person event on learning and human resource development in the age of AI in Shinagawa, Tokyo, on Dec. 2, 2026, and will release a free "AI and Digital Literacy Assessment" for schools. ineRobo harvests rice with participants in a Kitakyushu paddy field that a robot sowedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679813https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679813Sat, 31 Oct 2026 22:33:55 +0900JapanPR TIMESineRobo株式会社は2026年9月20日、北九州市小倉南区の水田で参加者とともに稲を手作業で収穫した。5月にテムザックのロボット「雷鳥1号」による播種、8月に草刈りを実施し、PwC財団助成プロジェクトの一環としてUnyte社のアプリで貢献を記録・可視化する仕組みを試行している。 [A Warming Taste of Ehime on a Cold Morning] Founded 78 Years Ago, "Sushimaru" Breakfast at アパホテル〈松山市駅前〉 Is Popular! Warm "Goshiki Somen" Now Servedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679808https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679808Sat, 31 Oct 2026 22:28:05 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社すし丸, founded 78 years ago, has begun serving Ehime's local dish "Goshiki Somen" as a warm menu item, available for a limited time in autumn and winter, at the breakfast buffet offered at アパホテル〈松山市駅前〉. 【福岡発・創業1年半】株式会社tamateco、東洋経済『すごいベンチャー100』2026年最新版に選出！日本の「ガチャ²」文化を世界標準へhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679809https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679809Sat, 31 Oct 2026 22:22:04 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社tamateco has been selected for the 東洋経済 "Amazing Ventures 100" 2026 edition and is promoting the global expansion of Japan's "Gacha²" culture. Kobe Motomachi rental space "ROHKE（ローク）" adds designer chairs and renews 2 full-length mirrors. 10% OFF for first-time use also under wayhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679798https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679798Sat, 31 Oct 2026 22:10:30 +0900JapanPR TIMES"ROHKE（ローク）", a rental space in Motomachi, Kobe operated by 株式会社Olinks, has added designer chairs and renewed 2 full-length mirrors. A 10% OFF campaign for first-time users is under way. Shogi Japan Series JT Pro Tournament Semifinal Game 2, Tokai Tournament: Takuya Nagase 9-dan vs. Yahachi Yashiro 8-dan, Saturday, Oct. 31, Aichi Sky Expo (Aichi International Exhibition Center) Resultshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679799https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679799Sat, 31 Oct 2026 22:08:43 +0900JapanPR TIMESAt the Shogi Japan Series JT Pro Tournament semifinal game 2 Tokai Tournament held at Aichi Sky Expo on Oct. 31, 2026, Takuya Nagase 9-dan defeated Yahachi Yashiro 8-dan in 154 moves, reaching the final for the third time and the second year in a row. Yanaka Craft Cola to hold brand 3rd anniversary event on Nov. 19https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679800https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679800Sat, 31 Oct 2026 22:05:57 +0900JapanPR TIMES谷中クラフトコーラ株式会社 will hold a participatory event at Yanaka Career Cafe on Nov. 19, 2026, to mark the 3rd anniversary of the brand's launch in Nov. 2023. More than 60 participants, in person and online! "RoCoBeL Press Conference & Connected Coffee Tasting" held in Harajukuhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679801https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679801Sat, 31 Oct 2026 22:05:40 +0900JapanPR TIMESビーンズ・コネクティッド株式会社 held a hybrid press conference in Harajuku and online to announce the commercialization of "Connected Coffee," specialty coffee from Myanmar, and "RoCoBeL," a compact automatic roasting machine platform. [Total prize money of 770,000 yen!] 株式会社MissionTime, which runs a V-Liver agency, to hold "MT LEGENDS CUP" (*open slots for general participants available)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679802https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679802Sat, 31 Oct 2026 22:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESりみれす！, the V-Liver agency run by 株式会社MissionTime, will hold the large-scale game tournament "MT LEGENDS CUP" on Dec. 27, 2026, with total prize money of 770,000 yen. How many times would that demo song be played if you released it? Music platform "TOPLEASE" now lets artists publish any number of unreleased songs for freehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679733https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679733Sat, 31 Oct 2026 21:50:08 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社呉楽 has enabled artists on the music platform "TOPLEASE" to publish an unlimited number of unreleased demo songs for free without subscribing to a monthly plan. This provides a mechanism for returning points to artists through listeners' play predictions, aiming to transform the industry's revenue structure. Energizing Nagoya with AI. Central AX, launched by 2 Nagoya University graduates, to exhibit at "Factory Innovation Week [Nagoya] 2026"https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679734https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679734Sat, 31 Oct 2026 21:45:39 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Central AX will exhibit in the Generative AI World at "Factory Innovation Week [Nagoya] 2026," held at Aichi Sky Expo from Nov. 25 to 27, 2026, presenting practical AI use cases, training, and contract development services for manufacturing and other companies. [Promoting regional revitalization through the power of social media] 榊󠄀原清一 of "Reiwa no Tora," with over 500,000 total followers, becomes SNS management advisor to Saga-based healthcare company "株式会社マウナ・ケア"! Comprehensive support for business expansion with practical know-howhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679735https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679735Sat, 31 Oct 2026 21:45:25 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社EMOLVA has signed an advisory contract with Saga-based healthcare company "株式会社マウナ・ケア" to strengthen social media marketing, recruitment, and branding. EMOLVA's CEO 榊󠄀原清一 will work alongside them directly and support business expansion with practical know-how. Contemporary artist 星野喜蝶 dedicates "八幡三柱龍" to Waseda Shrine in Hiroshimahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679666https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679666Sat, 31 Oct 2026 21:41:12 +0900JapanPR TIMESContemporary artist 星野喜蝶, affiliated with 株式会社アートステリア, unveiled the votive work "八幡三柱龍" at Waseda Shrine in Higashi Ward, Hiroshima. How long will you keep a lid on your own potential?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679667https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679667Sat, 31 Oct 2026 21:30:52 +0900JapanPR TIMESTsubo×Lab, a shared treatment clinic for acupuncturists run by 株式会社QVファクトリー, will hold a "Start-This-Year Support Campaign" from Nov. 1 to Dec. 31, 2026, offering perks such as business card creation and social media support to practitioners preparing for a side job or independence. 9番街レトロ's なかむらしゅん takes on the largest capacity yet! "Movie Version Egwitch Tokyo (tentative) ~100,000 Subscriber Commemorative Live~" announced!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679569https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679569Sat, 31 Oct 2026 21:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESなかむらしゅん of 9番街レトロ, an entertainer under 吉本興業株式会社, will hold a commemorative live-stream event at 立川ステージ花园 on March 26, 2027, to celebrate his YouTube channel surpassing 100,000 subscribers. Atlantic STARS accelerates business expansion in the Japanese market. 株式会社グラッド and 株式会社3 form a strategic business partnershiphttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679517https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679517Sat, 31 Oct 2026 21:13:31 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社グラッド and 株式会社3 will begin a strategic business partnership on Nov. 1, 2026, aimed at expanding the business of the Italian premium sneaker brand "Atlantic STARS" in the Japanese market. 株式会社3 will join as the brand's strategic business partner and authorized distributor, working to raise brand awareness and develop sales channels. Cyberattack countermeasures by placing a remote desktop in betweenhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679521https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679521Sat, 31 Oct 2026 21:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社エル・シィ explains cyberattack countermeasures via remote desktop using Brynhildr Business. Routing through a stepping-stone terminal narrows the range of action after a breach. A dedicated app will be released by the end of this year or in January 2027, and the perpetual license is planned at about 10,000 yen per unit. 「REJECT」所属ストリーマー・天鬼ぷるる、初のミニアルバム『えんじぇるでびる♡ぱーてぃー』を発売https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679520https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679520Sat, 31 Oct 2026 21:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社REJECT所属のストリーマー・天鬼ぷるるが、2027年2月24日に初のミニアルバム『えんじぇるでびる♡ぱーてぃー』を発売する。 A.B.C-Zがデビュー15周年記念日・'27年2月1日に写真集をリリース！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679519https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679519Sat, 31 Oct 2026 21:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES東京ニュース通信社は、A.B.C-Zのデビュー15周年を記念し、2027年2月1日に「A.B.C-Z 2nd写真集(仮)」を発売すると発表した。 Wienners to hold one-man tour "Raiko TOUR 2027" in Tokyo, Nagoya and Osaka in 2027!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679518https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679518Sat, 31 Oct 2026 21:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe galactic punk band Wienners announced that it will hold the one-man tour "Raiko TOUR 2027" in Aichi, Osaka and Tokyo from Jan. 30 to Feb. 22, 2027. It will be the first tour since new vocalist YUURI joined. "dy.do," code hosting for AI agents, to launch in Novemberhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679261https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679261Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:56:44 +0900JapanPR TIMES光数株式会社 announced that it will launch "dy.do," a code hosting service for AI agents, in Nov. 2026. Fukuoka-born edible femcare "Watashi no Kokatsu" makes its first appearance at FOOD STYLE JAPAN 2026 ＜九州＞, one of western Japan's largest food trade shows.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679262https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679262Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:48:00 +0900JapanPR TIMESEsY株式会社 will exhibit its fermented inner-care food "Watashi no Kokatsu" for the first time at FOOD STYLE JAPAN 2026 ＜九州＞, to be held at Marine Messe Fukuoka on Nov. 18 and 19, 2026. [Online reservations now open due to popular demand!] Founded 78 years ago, Ehime-Matsuyama's long-established "Japanese Restaurant Sushimaru" takes online reservations for its 2027 New Year osechihttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679263https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679263Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:46:30 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社すし丸, a long-established Japanese restaurant founded 78 years ago, began accepting online reservations on Nov. 1 for its New Year 2027 osechi dishes "Miyabi" and "Fuku." Ocean Current convoy enters Zhongzheng and Wanhua; Cheng Li-chiun presents compass, hopes Shen Boyang will guide Taipei's future directionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3680093https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3680093Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:36:24 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA民進黨台北市長參選人沈伯洋「台北大洋流」車隊掃街至中正萬華，行政院副院長鄭麗君到場力挺並送羅盤，期盼其指引北市未來方向；沈伯洋於龍山寺外提出都更等政策規劃。 Indonesia records 2,247 disasters so far this year; authorities urge precautions against rainy-season floods and landslideshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679996https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679996Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:26:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAccording to Indonesia's National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB), 印尼國家災害應變總署 statistics show 2,247 disasters have been reported nationwide so far this year, affecting about 5.97 million people. Floods and strong winds have recently struck areas including North Sumatra province, and authorities urge precautions against the risks of rainy-season floods, landslides and tidal flooding. Bangladesh dengue outbreak intensifies, 173 deaths in October; unlikely to ease before Decemberhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679997https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679997Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:26:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNABangladesh's dengue deaths in October reached 173, a monthly high for this year; experts warn the outbreak is unlikely to ease noticeably before December. Chen Su-yueh campaign headquarters opens; President Lai: Taichung, Changhua and Nantou unite to create well-beinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679946https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679946Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:10:27 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPresident Lai Ching-te and Tsai Ing-wen attended the opening ceremony of Chen Su-yueh's campaign headquarters, calling on the Taichung, Changhua and Nantou areas to unite in supporting Democratic Progressive Party county and city mayoral candidates in order to create well-being for the people. Diesel sales reportedly restricted in multiple parts of China; gas stations face tight supplyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679938https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679938Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:06:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADiesel sales are reportedly restricted in multiple parts of China, and gas stations face tight supply. Analysts say the international geopolitical situation is affecting crude oil supply and costs, and the peak agricultural harvest season is adding demand, leading some refineries to cut operations, leaving diesel supply and demand in a tight balance. Daily Cash 539 Draw No. 115264: 4 winning tickets for first prizehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679939https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679939Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:04:23 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIn Daily Cash 539 Draw No. 115264, the 4 first-prize winning tickets each won NT$6 million; 254 second-prize tickets won NT$20,000 each; 37 first-prize tickets in 3 Star Lottery won NT$5,000 each; 26 first-prize tickets in 4 Star Lottery won NT$50,000 each. Thai civil groups worry about 2 Uyghurs facing deportation, urge respect for their wish to go to a third countryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679940https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679940Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:04:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThree Thai civil society groups issued a joint statement calling on the government not to deport two Uyghur refugees back to China, to respect their wish to go to a third country, and to allow legal representatives and 聯合國難民署 to visit them. To avoid diplomatic friction, Japan's security strategy reportedly will not list China as a threathttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679937https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679937Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:02:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Japanese government plans to revise its 3 security documents and, to avoid diplomatic friction and in consideration of economic ties, intends to keep defining China as the "greatest strategic challenge" rather than a "threat." Expert: Taiwan needs to watch coast guard and research vessel harassment to prevent Beijing from turning it into routine administrationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679815https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679815Sat, 31 Oct 2026 22:51:16 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA海委會 specialist commissioner Bai Bangting pointed out that China is pressuring Taiwan's waters through coast guard, research vessel and fishing boat activities, aiming to turn repeated harassment into routine administration; he urged handling based on legal grounds and safeguarding space for everyday maritime law enforcement and administrative jurisdiction. Nuit Blanche debuts with works by Paris artists, combined with Nakashi culturehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679814https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679814Sat, 31 Oct 2026 22:40:14 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA2026 Taipei Nuit Blanche opened on Oct. 31. For the first time, it partners with 巴黎104藝術中心 to bring in works by French artists, combined with Beitou Nakashi culture, and opens the Tatung University campus as a wall-less exhibition area. The event brings together more than 30 artworks and 50 performances, and 全聯福利中心 sponsors an interactive installation. Fire fully engulfs Taoyuan Guanyin factory; firefighters battle blaze, no one injured or trappedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679811https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679811Sat, 31 Oct 2026 22:39:12 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA fire broke out tonight at a factory on Industrial 4th Road in Guanyin District, Taoyuan City. The sheet-metal plant was fully ablaze, and the fire department dispatched 87 firefighters, 42 fire engines and 2 ambulances. It was preliminarily confirmed that no one was injured or trapped. Iran's supreme leader warns US and Israel against launching new attackshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679812https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679812Sat, 31 Oct 2026 22:38:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIran's supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei warned the US and Israel in a written statement not to launch new attacks, and ordered the military to respond forcefully to any threat. The move came as parties pursue diplomatic mediation to avert war. Magong Halloween parade: parents and kids in cute ghost costumes flood 中正商圈 for funhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679810https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679810Sat, 31 Oct 2026 22:34:07 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMagong City held the Halloween event "Cute Ghosts on a Mission, Fun Halloween Parade." About 1,500 young children, parents and residents took part in the parade, and Mayor Huang Chien-chung joined the fun in costume. Su Chiao-hui: Will accept all debate invitations and attend the publicly hosted policy presentationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679807https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679807Sat, 31 Oct 2026 22:24:03 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASu Chiao-hui, the 民主進步黨 candidate for New Taipei mayor, said she will take part in the publicly hosted policy presentation as well as debate invitations from TV stations and student forums, and stressed that she will keep visiting the grassroots diligently at her own pace. More than 8000 runners join 華航 Marathon Starlight Night Runhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679803https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679803Sat, 31 Oct 2026 22:15:01 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中華航空 held the third 華航 Marathon Starlight Night Run at Dajia Riverside Park in Taipei, drawing more than 8000 runners. The event was divided into half marathon, 10K and 6K categories, and combined a Halloween theme with a prize drawing segment. Germany on alert as Gen Z protests spread; Berlin shops board up windows overnight to guard against riotshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679804https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679804Sat, 31 Oct 2026 22:13:59 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAGerman Gen Z youths have called for nationwide demonstrations, demanding better education and healthcare and opposing conscription. Affected by the recent unrest in France, Berlin shops such as 愛迪達, On and TUKADU boarded up their windows overnight to guard against riots. Police deployed about 1500 officers on alert, but believe the likelihood of large-scale violence is low. Panai wins both 金音獎 folk awards, speaks of her June 4 songwriting and hopes to safeguard democracy and freedomhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679805https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679805Sat, 31 Oct 2026 22:13:56 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPanai won both Best Folk Song and Best Folk Album at the 金音獎 with her album "Here We Come" (來了), and mentioned writing the song "32" about the June 4 Tiananmen Square incident, calling for the protection of democracy and freedom and opposing the referendum on "abolishing the nuclear-free homeland." TPBL's Lin Ting-chien scores 26 points in debut; Taipei Taishin Mars fall to Kaohsiung Aquas, miss out on first winhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679806https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679806Sat, 31 Oct 2026 22:08:54 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaipei Taishin Mars star Lin Ting-chien scored 26 points in his TPBL debut, but 台北台新戰神 lost 121 to 132 to 高雄全家海神 and missed out on their first win of the season. In another game, 台啤永豐雲豹 beat 新北國王 89 to 81. After Mbappé, now Hello Kitty: Netizens mock, "China enters the age of grand apologies"https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679736https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679736Sat, 31 Oct 2026 21:58:52 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAJapan's 三麗鷗 apologized on 微博 over a co-branded product controversy and ended the partnership, sparking discontent among Chinese netizens; earlier, French star Mbappé also apologized over a controversy involving his remarks. Analysts say Chinese public opinion has raised its standard for apologies, reflecting the formidable purchasing power of the Chinese market. National finals of the Presidential Cup 3-on-3 basketball tournament begin; Li Yang hopes to create a carnivalhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679737https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679737Sat, 31 Oct 2026 21:55:50 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe national finals of the 2026 Presidential Cup 3-on-3 basketball tournament were held on Ketagalan Boulevard. Sports Minister Li Yang hopes to turn the event into a carnival, with 160 teams competing. Hou You-yi as Woody, Li Szu-chuan as Buzz Lightyear: Halloween funhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679671https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679671Sat, 31 Oct 2026 21:52:48 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAKuomintang New Taipei mayoral candidate Li Szu-chuan and New Taipei Mayor Hou You-yi dressed up as Buzz Lightyear and Sheriff Woody respectively at the 2026 府中奇幻城 Halloween event, and went to Sanchong, Tucheng, Xindian, Taishan and other places to take part in related events and campaign headquarters opening ceremonies. Chenggong Ridge military camp opens to public; Army Sky Dragon team's precision parachute jumps draw attentionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679672https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679672Sat, 31 Oct 2026 21:52:46 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Chenggong Ridge military camp open house kicked off today, with the Army's Sky Dragon team drawing attention with difficult precision parachute jumps and parachute folding. The site also displayed 24 types of weapons and equipment, including the M1A2T tank, and offered hands-on experiences, to showcase the results of the armed forces' combat readiness training. Lai Ching-te campaigns for Wen Shih-cheng in Nantou, hopes to develop industries to help young people stay in their hometownshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679670https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679670Sat, 31 Oct 2026 21:44:43 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPresident Lai Ching-te went to Nantou to campaign for Democratic Progressive Party county magistrate candidate Wen Shih-cheng, stressing the central government's funding support for Nantou and policies such as elder care and helping young people stay in their hometowns, and urged local residents to support Wen Shih-cheng. Daily Cash 539 Draw No. 115264https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679668https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679668Sat, 31 Oct 2026 21:43:41 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADaily Cash 539 Draw No. 115264: the winning numbers are 17, 02, 05, 28, 37; the 3-Star Lottery winning numbers are 452, and the 4-Star Lottery winning numbers are 2311. Huang Wei-che says Taipei's free nutritious lunches are poorly run; Chiang Wan-an: Tainan following suit is an affirmationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679669https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679669Sat, 31 Oct 2026 21:42:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATainan Mayor Huang Wei-che criticized in a video the poor results of Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an's free nutritious lunch program, and pointed out that Taipei was not the first in the country to implement it. Chiang Wan-an's camp responded that Huang Wei-che's willingness to follow suit on the free nutritious lunch policy is an affirmation of cities' efforts to ease the burden on parents. Instability on Jordan's northern border; military says it stopped 14 armed men from infiltrating the countryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679665https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679665Sat, 31 Oct 2026 21:34:37 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA Jordanian military statement said border guard forces opened fire yesterday and successfully stopped 14 armed men from crossing the border from Syria and infiltrating northern Jordan, with intense gunfire exchanged. Travel market booming: Aviation industry revenue in Year 114 hits 471.4 billion, topping the transport and travel sectorhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679523https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679523Sat, 31 Oct 2026 21:22:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA survey by the Ministry of Transportation and Communications shows the travel market was booming in 114, with air transport topping revenue at NT$471.4 billion, up 2.0% year on year; total revenue for the travel and transport industry as a whole was NT$2.3277 trillion. China's First Crewed Moon Landing Plan: Two Astronauts to Land on the Moon Before 2030https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679522https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679522Sat, 31 Oct 2026 21:14:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAWang Xiang, deputy chief designer of China's crewed space program, announced at the 7th Crewed Spaceflight Academic Conference that China plans to achieve its first crewed Moon landing before 2030, using a "two launches, one landing" approach with docking in lunar orbit; the crew will consist of three people, two of whom will land on the lunar surface. Second Son Suspected of Running a Casino Released on NT$500,000 Bail; Taichung Councilor Chiang Ho-shu Apologizes in Livestreamhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679516https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679516Sat, 31 Oct 2026 21:06:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe second son of Taichung Taiwan People's Party councilor Chiang Ho-shu was caught by police on suspicion of running a casino. Prosecutors ordered release on bail of NT$500,000, and Chiang apologized in a livestream. Cemeteries Are More Than Places for Mourning: Philippines' All Souls' Day Ties Families Togetherhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679325https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679325Sat, 31 Oct 2026 21:01:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADuring All Souls' Day in the Philippines, people flock to cemeteries to visit graves and use the occasion for family reunions; Manila's South and North Cemeteries expect nearly 3 million visits, and police have stepped up security. 90-Year-Old Japanese Bodybuilder Toshiyoku Kanazawa Competes in Spain, Showing an Ageless Ambitionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679264https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679264Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:58:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA90-year-old Japanese bodybuilder Toshiyoku Kanazawa traveled to Santa Susanna, Spain, to compete in the Masters division of an event organized by the 國際健美總會 (IFBB), showing an ageless ambition. Xi Jinping Purges Senior Generals; Scholars: PLA Has Lost the Ability to Intervene in Politicshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679200https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679200Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:56:16 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAScholars Ma Chen-kun and Chieh Chung point out that Xi Jinping's large-scale purge of senior PLA generals has left the military unable to intervene in politics, and may affect the 2027 centenary goal of the army's founding and crisis management mechanisms. Puma Shen Says There Is a "Psychological Divide" Between SOGO and 微風 in Taipei; Fan Page Mocks: Is an 8-Minute Walk Like Crossing the Central Mountain Range?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679877https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679877Sat, 31 Oct 2026 22:40:39 +0900Taiwan風傳媒During a debate, Puma Shen mentioned a "psychological divide" between SOGO and 微風 in Taipei City. An online fan page rebutted that the actual walk takes only 8 minutes, mocking him for exaggerating a short route into something as arduous as crossing the Central Mountain Range. Valued Higher Than SpaceX! AI Super Unicorn to Ring the Bell in November: Can Anthropic Set Off Another Market Feeding Frenzy?https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679878https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679878Sat, 31 Oct 2026 22:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒AI startup Anthropic plans to go public in mid-November at a valuation of 2 trillion US dollars, with revenue up 10 times year on year, and analysts are bullish on its enterprise business and profitability. 圖解》英特爾股價一日崩跌三成！單季獲利明明優於預期，竟被一份財測拖累https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679879https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679879Sat, 31 Oct 2026 22:10:49 +0900Taiwan風傳媒英特爾 shares plunged 28.6% in a single day after its fourth-quarter guidance fell short of expectations and it warned of a weak PC market. Although third-quarter profit beat expectations, concerns about its planning ability and cash flow triggered a sell-off. Who Demanded Puma Shen's Debate Livestream Turn Off the Comments? TVBS Unhappy About Taking the Blame: Decision Made Jointly with 三立, So Why Did Shen Single Out Only TVBShttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679880https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679880Sat, 31 Oct 2026 22:06:36 +0900Taiwan風傳媒TVBS and 三立 Television are unhappy about being singled out to take the blame over Puma Shen's request to livestream the debate with the comment feed enabled, stressing that the decision was made jointly by the two media outlets and questioning why Puma Shen blamed only TVBS. Don't Rush to Sell When an Active ETF Trades Below Its Offer Price! Former Financial Holding Company Trader Reveals the Truth Behind "Buying Bad Stocks": It's This Rulehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679738https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679738Sat, 31 Oct 2026 22:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Active ETFs trading at a discount have led investors to rush to cut their orders. A former financial holding company trader said this is because related rules cause people to end up buying bad stocks, and reminded investors to watch the risks. Chiang Wan-an vs. Puma Shen debate: who came out ahead? Hsieh Han-ping mocks: "Ocean current turns into ocean embarrassment"https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679739https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679739Sat, 31 Oct 2026 21:42:17 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taipei mayoral candidates Chiang Wan-an and Puma Shen held a televised debate on the 31st. Media figure Hsieh Han-ping and legislator Yeh Yuan-chih commented that Chiang Wan-an handled attack and defense well, while Puma Shen was criticized for vague answers or "nonsense" on urban renewal, old trees and education issues, and was mocked with the line "ocean current turns into ocean embarrassment," a clear difference in performance. 8-year-old Zhonghe Animal Shelter dog "Doudou" crosses the Pacific to the U.S. to begin the second half of a happy lifehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679740https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679740Sat, 31 Oct 2026 21:06:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Doudou, an 8-year-old dog at the New Taipei City Zhonghe Animal Shelter, was adopted by the family of Ms. Liu after evaluation and has moved to the U.S. to start a new life. The Animal Protection Office is using the case to promote the adoption of middle-aged and senior dogs, and offers incentives for adult dog adoption to help them adjust. Will the market surely rise after the U.S. midterm elections? Has the "sweet spot" arrived now that Taiwan stocks have fallen below the half-year line? A former financial holding company trader weighs inhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679266https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679266Sat, 31 Oct 2026 21:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Former financial holding company trader Wang Chao-li analyzed that after Taiwan stocks fell below the half-year line, they have not yet reached a sweet spot for buying. He pointed out that although there is a long-term upward trend after the U.S. midterm elections, it comes with correction risks, and AI industry cash flow and profits are under pressure. He advises investors to build positions in batches, while he himself has moved to cash and positioned in inverse ETFs and crude oil for defense. Will the AI bubble burst on this group first? Musk warns 200 new cloud companies may go under; Chen Feng-hsin reveals 2 major criseshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679265https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679265Sat, 31 Oct 2026 21:00:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Musk warned that 200 new cloud computing companies face the risk of bankruptcy. Chen Feng-hsin pointed out two major crises brought on by the AI bubble bursting, and the stock market has issued a warning. Nearly 500 people in Fengshan hold "democracy after-party" to watch the debate! Lin Chih-hung joins the Little Water Drops in backing Puma Shen, with a 200-inch big screen sparking enthusiasmhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679267https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679267Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:37:40 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Kaohsiung's "A Group of Little Water Drops" held a debate livestream viewing event in Fengshan, where nearly 500 people watched the debate between Puma Shen and Chiang Wan-an on a 200-inch big screen. Lin Chih-hung provided the venue and urged voters to participate actively on the Nov. 28 voting day, showing the strength of deepening democracy. Appearing with Hsiao Bi-khim at the pride parade, Su Chiao-hui: Equality is not something won once and kept foreverhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679268https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679268Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:35:43 +0900Taiwan風傳媒The 24th Taiwan LGBT Pride parade was held on the 31st, attended by New Taipei City mayoral candidate Su Chiao-hui and Democratic Progressive Party public officials including Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim. Su Chiao-hui reiterated that equality must be continually safeguarded, and pledged to push policies to ensure people have real freedom of choice. Huang Wei-cher leads delegation to Kumamoto Taiwan Festival! Tainan agricultural products and cuisine target Kyushu market, direct flights boost exchanges between the two citieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679269https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679269Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:33:10 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Tainan Mayor Huang Wei-cher led a delegation to Kumamoto, Japan, to attend "KUMAMOTO Taiwan Festival 2026," promoting Tainan's specialty agricultural products and cuisine. The aim is to leverage the advantage of the Tainan-Kumamoto direct flight launched last December to deepen exchanges between the two cities and open up business opportunities in Japan's Kyushu market. Kaohsiung sports centers go from 0 to 14, target fully met! Chen Chi-mai delivers on construction pledge; regular exercise population rises to second among the six special municipalitieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679270https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679270Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:31:35 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai announced the opening of the Siaogang Sports Center, completing the goal of building 14 sports centers. Cumulative visits have exceeded 2.15 million, and the share of the regularly exercising population has reached 38%, rising to second among the six special municipalities, showing the results of the all-people sports policy. After-Work International Line: Is AI's next wave not chips? Chang Hsi reveals data centers' biggest pain point: whoever grabs power first wins first!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679271https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679271Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:30:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Former 國泰投信 chairman Chang Hsi said on a 風傳媒 program that the bottleneck of the AI industry has shifted from chips to underlying power, stressing that "grabbing power" is the current key. He warned that delays in energization will cause huge financial losses, and analyzed that although Taiwan holds layer 2 and layer 3 technologies, it faces power construction challenges such as an isolated grid and longer equipment lead times. Kaohsiung Hotel Grand Hôtel's year-end party kicks off early! Chen Hung, Wu En-wen and Mana gather as two head chefs' ten signature dishes heat up year-end businesshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679272https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679272Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:29:53 +0900Taiwan風傳媒高雄翰品酒店 held a year-end party warm-up event inviting celebrities to experience banquet culture, and announced its 2026 to 2027 year-end party and spring banquet packages priced at 9,800 to 15,800 yuan, aiming to capture the year-end corporate dining market. Pay and ride with one device! 全支付 joins 三星 smart wallet, integrating top-ups and point redemption, with up to 5% back on first purchasehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679273https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679273Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:28:03 +0900Taiwan風傳媒全支付 announced that starting Nov. 1 it will be available on Samsung Wallet, integrating payment, transit ride codes and top-up functions. The operator is offering up to 5% all-points rewards on a first purchase plus a prize draw, aiming to improve user experience and promote mobile payment services. Fire Breaks Out in 興達電廠 Boiler Room; 高市環保局: Contractor Was Careless During Construction | PTS News PNNhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679334https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679334Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:34:55 +0900Taiwan公視新聞A fire broke out in the boiler room of 興達電廠 because a contractor was careless during construction. 高市環保局 will impose penalties under the Air Pollution Control Act, with a maximum fine of NT$5 million. Sports Ministry Promotes "Entering the Mountains Safely" Concept; Expert Suggests Headlamps Even on 1-Day Hikes | PTS News PNNhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679333https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679333Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:32:49 +0900Taiwan公視新聞Asian Games high jump gold medalist Fu Chao-hsuan shared his mountain experience. Experts suggest that even on a one-day hike, people should carry a headlamp in case of nightfall or itinerary delays, and promote mountain safety awareness through an immersive exhibition. Paris Halloween Immersive Experience: Visitors Tour Celebrity Graves and Hear Ghost Stories | 公視新聞 PNNhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679331https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679331Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:26:54 +0900Taiwan公視新聞During Halloween, Père Lachaise Cemetery in Paris is offering guided tours that combine history with ghost legends, drawing large numbers of foreign visitors. Meanwhile, local festive gift shops are packed with crowds, and the streets are full of holiday decorations. 170,000 People Join Taiwan LGBTQ Pride Parade; Advocacy Moves From "Being Seen" to "Being Heard" | 公視新聞 PNNhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679326https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679326Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:09:57 +0900Taiwan公視新聞The 2026 Taiwan LGBTQ Pride Parade was held in Taipei, with 170,000 participants. Organizer 台灣彩虹公民行動協會 took "Listening Together, Walking Together" as its theme, urging society to move from "being seen" to "being heard." Veteran movement pioneer Chi Chia-wei attended in full, and groups such as young humanities and social science advocates translated knowledge through a market, promoting social dialogue and the implementation of gender equality education. Chenggong Ling Camp Opens to Visitors After 9 Years; M1A2T Tank Makes First Appearance in Taichung | PTS News PNNhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679332https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679332Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:09:56 +0900Taiwan公視新聞Chenggong Ling Camp is open to visitors again after 9 years. The Army Command is holding the "All-People Defense Educational Tour," where the M1A2T tank makes its first appearance in Taichung, along with 24 items of military equipment including the HIMARS multiple rocket launcher. Hackers Steal Over NT$200 Billion from 幣安; Bitcoin and Other Cryptocurrency Prices Plunge | PTS News PNNhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679330https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679330Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:09:56 +0900Taiwan公視新聞Hackers stole more than US$6.3 billion (over NT$200 billion) from 幣安, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, sending bitcoin and other cryptocurrency prices sharply lower. Experts suspect a North Korean hacking group. Low Wages and Soaring Prices Spark Strikes and Protests; Union Members in 50 Italian Cities Take to the Streets | PTS News PNNhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679329https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679329Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:09:56 +0900Taiwan公視新聞Strikes and protests erupted in 50 Italian cities, as unions and students protested low wages, soaring prices and military spending crowding out social budgets, putting the Meloni government under pressure. Polish Constitutional Tribunal President Suspended; Right-Wing Camp Accuses Prime Minister Tusk of Coup | PTS News PNNhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679328https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679328Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:09:56 +0900Taiwan公視新聞Poland's Constitutional Tribunal president has been suspended, and the right-wing camp has accused Prime Minister Tusk of staging a coup, as the power struggle between President Nawrocki and Tusk over control of the judiciary resurfaces. 國衛院研究：高齡服務社工缺口 2034年恐達3成 ｜ 公視新聞 PNNhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679327https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679327Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:09:56 +0900Taiwan公視新聞國衛院研究指出，隨著高齡人口增加，高齡服務社工需求攀升但人力跟不上，預計2034年缺口將達3成。民團與衛福部討論薪資結構、證照制度及專業教育等改善方案。 今年器捐者減少1至2成 截至10月尚有1.1萬人等待移植 ｜ 公視新聞 PNNhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679335https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679335Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:09:55 +0900Taiwan公視新聞今年器官捐贈人數減少1至2成，截至10月底仍有1.1萬人等待移植，其中腎臟需求最高。受負面輿論影響，捐贈意願下降，醫師呼籲民眾簽署雙重文件以延續生命大愛。 Ko Chih-en Slams Debate for Dodging Questions; Lai Jui-lung: Already Explained Fully | PTS News PNNhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679336https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679336Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:09:01 +0900Taiwan公視新聞The Kaohsiung mayoral candidates' debate ended late on the night of the 30th. KMT candidate Ko Chih-en criticized her opponent Lai Jui-lung for dodging questions at the debate about the Cloud Leopard, finances and an unsuitable support group chairman. Lai countered that he had explained fully, and admitted he frowns too much and will work to adjust his expressions in the future. Puma Shen Proposes Another Debate; Chiang Wan-an: Can Coordinate If Media Invites | PNN 公視新聞https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679337https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679337Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:07:53 +0900Taiwan公視新聞Taipei mayoral candidates Chiang Wan-an and Puma Shen each presented their plans for Taipei over the next four years in the debate, covering childcare, transportation, urban renewal and resilient city development. Shen proposed holding another debate and exchanged LINE contacts; Chiang said it could be coordinated if media extend an invitation. Both displayed gentlemanly conduct and continued canvassing the streets after the event. Chiang Wan-an and Puma Shen Debate Municipal Issues; Drugged Driving, Urban Renewal and Roadside Trees Draw Clashes | PNN 公視新聞https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679338https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679338Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:04:40 +0900Taiwan公視新聞Taipei mayoral candidates Chiang Wan-an and Puma Shen held a municipal issues debate, with fierce exchanges over the city government meeting attendance rate, free nutritious lunches, the Dongmen Market autumn maple tree, drugged driving law amendments and drug rehabilitation policy. Major Fire Incident Alert (Miaoli County)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679351https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679351Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:34:08 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心The 內政部消防署 issued a major fire alert for an apartment building on Zhongzheng Road in Miaoli City, Miaoli County, and reminded the public to avoid the warning area and not to gather to watch. Water Outage (Hualien County)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679353https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261031-21/index-en.html#n3679353Sat, 31 Oct 2026 20:10:02 +0900Taiwan國家災害防救科技中心A water pipe was broken during a house demolition on Zhonghua Road in Hualien City, causing a leak. 台灣自來水公司 carried out emergency repairs, and water was cut off in multiple villages in Hualien County.