AI News 180m Report｜2026-11-01 12:00–15:00 JST｜Page 1 of 2https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 70 items from 5 sources; Japan, 60 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en Notice of the 'Competitive Team Support PJ' Held by ヴァーサス新座フットサルクラブhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689622https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689622Sun, 01 Nov 2026 14:39:28 +0900JapanPR TIMESヴァーサス新座フットサルクラブ is running the "Competitive Team Support PJ" for competitive teams active in regional leagues, giving gifts such as JFA-certified balls to teams that meet the conditions. 17th Ibetama Campaign "Choose Your Delicious Reward Gourmet Campaign" Now Underway!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689623https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689623Sun, 01 Nov 2026 14:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESたまご＆カンパニー株式会社 is running the 17th "Ibetama" campaign. From Nov. 1, 2026 to Jan. 31, 2027, entries can be submitted by scanning a QR code, and luxurious prizes will be given to a total of 125 winners. MILKLIVE Launches Rent Subsidy Program of Up to 10,000 Yen per Monthhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689608https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689608Sun, 01 Nov 2026 14:14:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMILKLIVE, a streamer agency operated by 株式会社ル・リアンパーソネス, will launch a rent subsidy program of up to 10,000 yen per month for its affiliated streamers, in line with a new class system that applies from streaming results in Nov. 2026. "Akahige no Iru Machi" (Kumamoto Prefecture edition), featuring 熊本大学医学部 students closely following recipients of the "Akahige Distinguished Service Award," is now available on the 日本医師会 official YouTube channel!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689610https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689610Sun, 01 Nov 2026 14:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES日本医師会 has released on its official YouTube channel the program "Akahige no Iru Machi" (Kumamoto Prefecture edition), in which 熊本大学医学部 students closely follow Dr. Masahiro Yamashita, a recipient of the "Akahige Distinguished Service Award." <Limited Quantity and Time> Caramel x Nut Sweets Brand [woofie (ウーフィ)] Appears at Official Online Store for a Limited Time Starting Today!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689609https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689609Sun, 01 Nov 2026 14:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社シュクレイ has begun selling popular products from its caramel x nut sweets brand "woofie (ウーフィ)" in limited quantities and for a limited time at its official online store, starting today. Hello Kitty Glass Pen Set Opens for Reservations on Nov. 1, Her Birthday!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689616https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689616Sun, 01 Nov 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Hello Kitty-themed glass pen set "Hello Kitty Original Glass Pen Set" will open for pre-orders, online only, from Nov. 1. The seller is ショウワノート株式会社 and the manufacturer is 株式会社エヌ・ビー・シー. 上原酒造's "Nanto Shinsen 30 Degrees" Wins GOLD in the General Sake Category of the "SAKE COMPETITION 2026 Awamori Category"https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689615https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689615Sun, 01 Nov 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESIn the General Sake Category of the "SAKE COMPETITION 2026 Awamori Category," 上原酒造's "Nanto Shinsen 30 Degrees" won GOLD. [SAK University] Applications Now Open for Spring 2027 Admission: Comprehensive Admissions (Formats A to E) and PATHWAY-Based Special Selection (Second Round) — Study AI and IT in Japanese and Earn a British Bachelor's Degreehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689614https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689614Sun, 01 Nov 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESSAK University began accepting second-round applications for Spring 2027 admission, for comprehensive selection (Formats A to E) and PATHWAY-based special selection, on Nov. 1, 2026. The university, which is accredited by 英国国立エセックス大学, allows students to study AI and IT in Japanese and earn a British bachelor's degree. Safety of Catheter Treatment BPA for Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension May Not Be Assessable by "Number of Cases" Alonehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689613https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689613Sun, 01 Nov 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA research group from 順天堂大学 and 日本心血管インターベンション治療学会 (CVIT) analyzed 5,403 cases of balloon pulmonary angioplasty (BPA) using national registry data, showing that the relationship between facility or operator BPA volume and complication occurrence is not straightforward. In particular, facilities that performed 150 or more BPA procedures over 3 years had higher odds ratios for complications, while no independent association was found with operator volume. 2027 Fortune | 彌彌告 (Mimiko) Reads Love, Work, and Overall Fortune with a Horoscope. Receive a Limited Lucky Image! Leo Meteor Shower Campaign Now Underway on Official Fortune-Telling Sitehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689612https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689612Sun, 01 Nov 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社レンサ began a "Leo Meteor Shower Campaign" on Oct. 30, 2026 on its official fortune-telling site "Horoscope | 彌彌告's Fortune Telling." Members who receive a designated reading will be given a limited lucky image. 【 入会金20,000円OFF 】原宿・表参道のダイエット専門パーソナルトレーニングジム「808TOKYO」で１１月限定「年末ダイエット応援キャンペーン」開催！https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689611https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689611Sun, 01 Nov 2026 14:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES808TOKYO, a diet-specialized personal training gym in Harajuku and Omotesando, is holding a year-end diet support campaign in November only, with 20,000 yen off the enrollment fee. A small business's "way of communicating with AI," tested on an inn website that AI came to read 208,683 times. The owner of a rescue-cat inn releases it free in 4 languageshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689546https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689546Sun, 01 Nov 2026 13:50:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTakeyoshi Hayashi of 株式会社和心村 has released "IDAEO: Market Strategy in the AI Era" free in 4 languages, based on a 220-day AI-reading experiment at the rescue-cat inn "和心猫治村". It explains the record of AI reading the inn's website 208,683 times and the basics of AEO/GEO measures. [日本医師会] 600 people will receive the 2027 edition "Nichi-i-kun Desk Calendar"!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689481https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689481Sun, 01 Nov 2026 13:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES公益社団法人日本医師会 is running a campaign giving away the 2027 desk calendar featuring the Shiba Inu character "Nichi-i-kun" to 600 winners by lottery. Entry is by adding the LINE official account as a friend and answering questions, with a deadline of Nov. 30, 2026. Dining Darts Bar Bee signs "Bee Official Ambassador" contracts with professional darts players Haruki Muramatsu and Mirai Muramatsu!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689384https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689384Sun, 01 Nov 2026 13:24:03 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ビーリンク has signed "Bee Official Ambassador" contracts with professional darts players Haruki Muramatsu and Mirai Muramatsu. <Limited to 100 boxes, reservation only> From the "gentleman's finest" [GENDY] Aoyama store, reservations have opened for the Christmas-limited edition "The Premium Bitter Caramel Bar."https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689332https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689332Sun, 01 Nov 2026 13:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESGENDY青山店 has begun accepting reservations for "The Premium Bitter Caramel Bar" in a Christmas-limited package, going on sale Dec. 1, 2026. Quantity is limited to 100 boxes, reservation only. [室蘭プリンスホテル] Offering the 45th anniversary "Autumn Kanpu Plan" until Nov. 30https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689333https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689333Sun, 01 Nov 2026 13:05:42 +0900JapanPR TIMES室蘭プリンスホテル is offering the "Autumn Kanpu Plan" for workplace socials and gatherings until Nov. 30, 2026, to mark its 45th anniversary. The "Rakuen Course," which includes 7 dishes and 120 minutes of all-you-can-drink, costs 7,500 yen including tax. Packed with chunks of Naruto Kintoki sweet potato. An autumn rice-pot dish arrives in Fukushima, Osaka, for November onlyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689337https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689337Sun, 01 Nov 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES北海道海鮮 にほんいち 福島店, operated by 株式会社N・I, will offer the "Autumn Delicacy! Naruto Kintoki Kamameshi" for a limited time from Nov. 1 to 30, 2026. Into the dinosaur world with your family. The immersive experience "VR Dinosaur," protecting a baby dinosaur, closes at Aru Aru City in Kitakyushuhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689336https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689336Sun, 01 Nov 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAPAMAN株式会社 announced that the immersive VR content "VR Dinosaur: Don't Get Spotted by the T. rex! Triceratops Rescue Mission," shown at Aru Aru City in Kitakyushu, closed on Oct. 31, 2026. 神戸紅茶 releases a limited tote bag set to mark its 102nd anniversary! Thanksgiving sale and gift campaign also heldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689335https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689335Sun, 01 Nov 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTo mark its 102nd anniversary, 神戸紅茶 is holding the release of a limited tote bag set, an online thanksgiving sale, a collaboration set with 千総 jam, and an SNS posting campaign. Fortune-bringing divination | Overall luck, work luck, love luck, marriage luck and ways to boost fortune as read by Love Me Do. A limited reading as a gift, available now only! The "Tori-no-ichi Fortune Campaign" is under wayhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689334https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689334Sun, 01 Nov 2026 13:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社レンサ will start the "Tori-no-ichi Fortune Campaign" on the official divination site "Love Me Do◆数秘術" from Oct. 30, 2026, giving a limited bonus to eligible reading users. On Nov. 1, Dog Day, the day after Halloween, Hachiko washes the streets of Shibuya!? ケルヒャー洗伝PROJECT unveils the cleaning art "Hachiko Washes Shibuya"https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689028https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689028Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:44:53 +0900JapanPR TIMESケルヒャー ジャパン株式会社 has unveiled cleaning art and a special video depicting Hachiko's paw prints on the road from the Hachiko statue in front of Shibuya Station to MIYASHITA PARK, as part of the "Senden PROJECT" using pressure washers, timed with Dog Day on Nov. 1. The initiative is linked to the Shibuya Art Festival and is open to the public until Nov. 8, 2026. 愛犬との絆を、ウェルネスでより深く。シックスセンシズ 京都でワンちゃんのためのプログラムを11月11日より開始https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689029https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689029Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESSix Senses Kyoto will start the wellness program for dogs "Paw Paw – Dog Ritual" from Nov. 11, 2026, allowing pets to accompany guests for lodging and dining as well. "Apaman Shop Fukui Kita Store (Corporate Housing Specialty Store)" Specializing in Corporate Housing Brokerage Opens on Nov. 1https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689026Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:20:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAPAMAN株式会社を展開母体とする加盟企業の株式会社クロダハウスは、法人向け社宅斡旋に特化した「アパマンショップ福井北店（社宅専門店）」を2026年11月1日に福井県福井市にオープンした。 A New Design That Instantly Says Nagasaki Souvenir! "Nagasaki Castella Langue de Chat" Debuts with New Packaging and a New Cookie!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688986https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688986Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社九十九島グループ has renewed the packaging and cookie of its Nagasaki souvenir "Nagasaki Castella Langue de Chat" and is expanding sales beyond Nagasaki Prefecture to Fukuoka Airport and service areas in Saga Prefecture, among other places. Prices are 1,296 yen for the 8-piece box and 2,592 yen for the 16-piece box, all tax included. Born on Kakuyomu! The Buzzworthy Time-Leap Romantic Comedy That Won No. 1 in Niconico Manga's Monthly Ranking and Went to Reprint Returns to Akihabara Station! "I Time-Leaped 10 Years Back and Saved My Childhood Friend, a Young Lady, and She Became My Fiancée"https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688985https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688985Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社キルタイムコミュニケーション has begun showing digital signage for the manga "I Time-Leaped 10 Years Back and Saved My Childhood Friend, a Young Lady, and She Became My Fiancée" at JR Akihabara Station, announcing the release of Volume 2. Rakuten × Butter Butler Exclusive Assortment "Butler Selection 20 Pieces - Precious -" Goes on Sale Nov. 1 (Sun.) Exclusively on 楽天市場!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688984https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688984Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社シュクレイ will launch the バターバトラー brand's 楽天市場-exclusive assortment "Butler Selection 20 Pieces - Precious -" on Nov. 1, 2026. The price is 3,240 yen (tax included). [Rich Matcha Macarons] Winter-Only Items from a Hugely Popular Matcha Sweets Brand Go on Sale Again This Year! A Special 2-Week-Only Set Also Availablehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688987https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688987Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:04:20 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe matcha brand "MAMIDORI" (合同会社firstfan) has resumed sales of its winter-only "MAMIDORI Macarons." It will also sell a special 2-week-only set that lets customers enjoy all 3 sweets (6000 yen, or 7400 yen with sprinkle-on matcha) from Nov. 1 to Nov. 15. [New Opening in Nakano Station, Tokyo] Authentic "Hakata Nakasu Yatai Village Nanshotto? Nakano Kitaguchi Store [Private Rooms Available]" Produced by Fukuoka Native Foy Finally Bursts onto the Scene!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689018https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689018Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ＫＭＴ and NOEZ FOXX株式会社 operate "Hakata Nakasu Yatai Village Nanshotto? Nakano Kitaguchi Store," a Hakata food-stall-style izakaya produced by Fukuoka native Foy, which will hold its grand opening near Nakano Station in Tokyo on Dec. 1, 2026. What Happened to the "Stay-at-Home Guitar Crowd" That Surged During COVID? Hands-On Music Festival "Gitasuna Fes 2026" Takes On the 90% Instrument Dropout Wall, Nov. 14https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689017https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689017Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESコロナ禍でギターを始めた人が急増する一方、米フェンダー社の調査では新規プレイヤーの90%が1年以内に挫折するという。ギタースナップスフェスティバル実行委員会（大阪府豊中市）は、挫折の原因を「場・時間・仲間がない」ことと分析し、2026年11月14日に第10回「ギタスナフェス2026」を入場無料で開催する。名物企画「500人ギター」や月1回の「ギタスナ練習部」で継続を支援し、寄付・協賛で成り立つ仕組みを維持している。 On Acquiring the Exclusive Import and Sales Rights for the Korean Brand "SYSTEM"https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689016https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689016Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ウールン商会 has signed an exclusive import and sales agency agreement for Japan with the fashion brand "SYSTEM", operated by HANDSOME of Korea's 現代百貨店グループ. It will begin full-scale expansion in the Japanese market from the Spring/Summer 2027 season and plans to open its first shop in Japan in 2027. Foy Named Producer of "Hakata Nakasu Yatai Village Nanshotto? Nakano Kitaguchi Store"https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689015https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689015Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESNOEZ FOXX株式会社 announced that DJ and streamer Foy has been named producer of the new store "Hakata Nakasu Yatai Village Nanshotto? Nakano Kitaguchi Store" (grand opening Dec. 1, 2026, Nakano Ward, Tokyo), operated by 株式会社KMT. Foy is involved in menu tastings, interior design, and in-store events, and is also preparing to open a store of their own. To mark the opening, all dishes will be half price for 3 days, Dec. 1 to 3, for followers of the official Instagram account only. Opening the independence-support day service® "レッツ倶楽部コラム鈴張町2番館" in Hadano, Kanagawa Prefecture, and "レッツ倶楽部3番館" in Oita, Oita Prefecturehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689014https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689014Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESQLCプロデュース株式会社 announced that it will open the independence-support day service® "レッツ倶楽部コラム鈴張町2番館" in Hadano, Kanagawa Prefecture, and "レッツ倶楽部3番館" in Oita, Oita Prefecture, on Nov. 1, 2026. "レッツ倶楽部" is an ADL-training day service operating 157 facilities nationwide (173 including affiliates). [Nov. 2026] Franchise expansion begins for AICJ INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, an international school for students in grades 1 to 6https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689013https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689013Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社AICエデュケーション (Hiroshima, Hiroshima Prefecture) will begin franchising "AICJ INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL," an international school for students in grades 1 to 6, in Nov. 2026. In addition to inquiry-based learning grounded in the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), it will share school management know-how that emphasizes Japanese-language education and math and science education with partner schools, and will recruit partner schools nationwide. The 3 campuses, Hiroshima (April 2021), Kyoto (April 2022) and Osaka (April 2023), have all received PYP authorization. [まるよし精肉店 - 6th Anniversary Festival -] November brings deals on both meat and drinks! Domestic Japanese black beef and the Maruyoshi platter are 29% OFF, and all-you-can-drink lemon sours are half price! On Nov. 30, all perks can be combined!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689012https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689012Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES焼肉ホルモンまるよし精肉店, operated by 株式会社MRホールディングス, will hold its "6th Anniversary Festival" in Nov. 2026. On weekdays, all-you-can-drink lemon sours are half price and domestic Japanese black beef short rib is 299 yen; on weekends and holidays, each domestic Japanese black beef item is 29% OFF; on Nov. 28 and 29, the Maruyoshi platter is 29% OFF; and on the final day, Nov. 30, all perks can be combined. A coupon in the official app is required to use the perks. In addition, 大衆焼肉屋まるよし's Fukushima store is scheduled to open on Oct. 30, 2026, and its Yotsubashi store in late November. Supporting "I want to enjoy more with this body"! New service "Fine Life" combining 30 minutes of exercise and lifestyle support is bornhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689011https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689011Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ラストウェルネス will launch "Fine Life," a new fitness service for seniors that combines a 30-minute circuit workout, lifestyle support and community, at its Musashi-Nakahara store on Nov. 1, 2026. After introducing it at existing clubs, it is also considering standalone stores and franchise expansion. An opening campaign will also be held. 【千葉県 印西市】「#印西のここが好き」を教えて！あなたのスマホに眠る思い出が30周年記念映像に！？https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689010https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689010Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTo commemorate the 30th anniversary of its city status, 千葉県印西市 will begin accepting photos and videos for a resident-participation commemorative video under the theme "#WhatIloveaboutInzai" from Reiwa 8 Nov. 1. Not only city residents but also people living outside the city or who used to live there can apply, and those selected will receive 30th anniversary commemorative goods. [熱海パールスターホテル] Share sweet happiness with someone special this Christmas. Cake & Sweets Collection 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689009https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689009Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES熱海パールスターホテル (operated by 国際観光資源開発株式会社) will begin accepting reservations for 3 types of Christmas cakes and 2 types of sweets at the 1st-floor lounge Ocean Breeze from Nov. 1, 2026. They include a shortcake with Shizuoka-grown "Benihoppe" strawberries and a classic chocolate cake made with KAOKA chocolate. Over-the-counter sales begin Dec. 1, and over-the-counter cake sales and pickup run Dec. 19 to 25. Building solid English proficiency and logical writing skills in a short time. English cram school J PREP is recruiting students for its 2026 winter courseshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689008https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689008Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESEnglish cram school J PREP (J PREP株式会社) will begin accepting general enrollment for its 2026 winter courses at noon on Nov. 1, 2026. It will offer two courses, an Eiken® preparation course and "Introduction to Academic Writing," running Dec. 22 to 28, 2026, for students from 5th grade of elementary school through 3rd year of high school. ~The best version of myself yet.~ "大進創寫舘 presents FURISODE COLLECTION" announced; recruitment of participating models beginshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689007https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689007Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社中国放送 will hold "大進創寫舘 presents FURISODE COLLECTION," a furisode fashion show by high school students, on Feb. 21, 2027, as part of "ひろぎんグループ presents HIROSHIMA High School Fest 2027: Day of Youth." It will recruit 8 high school student models in Hiroshima Prefecture from Nov. 1, 2026, and the grand prize winner will receive a free voucher for a complete furisode coordinated rental set for their coming-of-age ceremony. [On sale today, Nov. 1] Miyachiku's Winter Gifts 2026! Up to 30% off with a members-only early discount. Limited-quantity year-end gift meat boxes and Christmas-only sets also arrive!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689006https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689006Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ミヤチク began taking orders and sales for "Winter Gifts 2026" on its online store "Miyachiku Online Shop" on Nov. 1, 2026. In addition to a members-only early discount campaign (up to 30% off, Nov. 1 to 15), it has begun pre-orders for the renewed, limited-quantity "Oseibo meat box" (2 types in total, orders accepted until Dec. 6) and the Christmas-only "Christmas Chicken & Sausage Set" (order deadline Dec. 10, delivery Dec. 21 to 23). It will also donate a portion of sales from products featured in "Miyachiku Gifts 2026 Summer/Autumn Issue" to あしなが育英会. [NEMU RESORT 60th Anniversary] First in the series: A special 3-night, 600,000-yen plan indulging in the luxury of Ise-Shima on sale!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689005https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689005Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES伊勢志摩リゾートマネジメント株式会社 is selling a special lodging plan, "Ise-Shima Luxury Indulgence Plan," as the first anniversary project for NEMU RESORT, which marks its 60th anniversary of opening in 2027. The plan combines 3 facilities: NEMU RESORT, 鳥羽国際ホテル and 鳥羽国際ホテル 潮路亭. For 2 adults for 3 nights at 600,000 yen (tax included), it includes the top-grade guest room, a course meal worth 38,500 yen per person, activities and golf. It will also sell 2 types of the 60th anniversary sweet "Premium Basque Cheesecake." [Nov. 1 is Darts Day] 111 pieces of trivia created together with darts fans releasedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689004https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689004Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ダーツライブ has launched a special website featuring "111 pieces of darts trivia," created with darts fans across Japan, to coincide with "Darts Day" on Nov. 1. Each piece of trivia comes with a social media share function. It has also published a page on how "Darts Day" was officially certified by 日本記念日協会 in 2020, as well as a page on the history of darts in Japan. [On sale today, 11/1] Series total passes 1.4 million copies! Popular titles, including the latest volume of 'Koishita Hito wa, Imouto no Kawari ni Shinde Kure to Itta.', arrive one after another!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689003https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689003Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn Nov. 1, TOブックス is releasing the latest novel and comic volumes all at once, including the latest novel volume of 'Koishita Hito wa, Imouto no Kawari ni Shinde Kure to Itta.' (series total passes 1.4 million copies, anime adaptation in progress), along with 'Mob Dozen no Akuyaku Reijo wa Dansou shite Kouryaku Taisho no Za wo Nerau,' 'Koori no Koshaku-sama ni Amayakasaretai!,' and 'Sekai wo Sukutta Saikyo Yusha ni Stalker Sareru Muramusume no Hanashi.' The Celica label will also have a booth at "アニメイト Girls Festival 2026" in Nov. 2026. Getters Iida and Hitomi Hoshi predict your 2027 love fortune! A thorough reading of encounters, marriage and where your love life is headedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689002https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689002Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社CAM has released "2027 Love Fortune" on Getters Iida's official fortune-telling site "Getters Iida's Fortune Telling" and Hitomi Hoshi's official fortune-telling sites "Hitomi Hoshi Fortune Telling PREMIUM" and "Hitomi Hoshi's Tensei-jutsu Name Divination." The content reads chances for new encounters, the possibility of marriage and more. 130 pairs, 260 FM802 listeners in total, invited to a live public broadcast with OKAMOTO'S and luv as guests! Comments from Silica Gel have also arrived!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689001https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689001Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESFM802が11月23日（月・祝）18:00-21:00に心斎橋PARCOから公開生放送「FM802 HOLIDAY SPECIAL 心斎橋 PARCO Merge & Beats」を開催。ゲストにOKAMOTO'Sとluv、コメントゲストにSilica Gelを迎え、リスナー各130組260名様を招待。エントリーは11/15（日）まで。 【東急Sレイエス フットボールスクール 池袋】SKILL UP WEEK2612_2701https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689000https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689000Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES東急Sレイエス フットボールスクール 池袋 will hold the winter-break intensive training event "SKILL UP WEEK". Running for about 2 weeks in 3 parts, "Special Training WEEK," "Technique-Focused WEEK" and "1 Tech Game WEEK," with the theme for all dates being "kicking" and "shooting." It is open to members and non-members from the second year of kindergarten (nencho) to 6th grade of elementary school, at 1,980 yen per session for members and 2,200 yen per session for non-members, with a capacity of 10 per session. The venue is アディダスフットサルパーク池袋. Celebrating the 10th anniversary of "Derby Stallion Masters"! A super-lavish event and campaign are now underway!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688999https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688999Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESFor the smartphone game "Derby Stallion Masters," operated by 株式会社ドリコム, a super-lavish 10th anniversary event and campaign is underway from Nov. 1, 2026. It includes gifts of stallion SP exchange tickets and various breeding right certificates, a login bonus, a training support campaign, "Ultimate Showdown! 10th Anniversary," an official Breeders' Cup, an autumn horse racing prediction WIN5 campaign, a follow & repost campaign and more. Chapter 4 of the tripleS Japan original album project: tripleS zenith's Japan original song "See You" now available for streaming!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688998https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688998Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMEStripleS zenith, a unit of tripleS, will release its Japan original song "See You" for streaming on Nov. 1. It is Chapter 4 of the project, following the Japan 1st full album "<LOVE&POP> pt.3" (to be released Jan. 27, 2027). On Nov. 1, an Objekt Trading Event will be held at Bellesalle Toranomon. Anime-adapted comic and novel sets are 50% OFF again in the first half of November! Binge-read e-books on d Anime Store!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688997https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688997Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESA campaign making sets of anime-adapted comics and novels 50% OFF is being held on "d Anime Store" in the first half of November (Nov. 1 to 14, 2026). Many titles are eligible, including "Tensei shitara Ken deshita," "Ao Ashi" and "Tokyo Revengers." A 90% OFF coupon (discount capped at 5,500 yen) is also being distributed to members and first-time purchasers. RODEO CROWNS WIDE BOWL launches its first collaboration items with the hugely popular mojojojo(モジョジョジョ)!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688996https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688996Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESFashion brand RODEO CROWNS WIDE BOWL will release its first collaboration items with "mojojojo(モジョジョジョ)," a plush and goods brand run by plush artist 尾崎歩美, on Nov. 1 (Sun.) at stores nationwide and on SHEL'TTER WEBSTORE. A total of 3 items, including a sweatshirt top, a plush toy and a tote bag, will be offered, along with a hoodie exclusive to SHIBUYA109 ABENO店. Content prints for "Hoshimachi Suisei Arena Tour 2026 Once Upon a Stellar" now available on Seven-Eleven multi-copy machineshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688995https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688995Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン has been selling content prints for VTuber Hoshimachi Suisei's Arena Tour 2026 "Once Upon a Stellar" on Seven-Eleven multi-copy machines nationwide since Nov. 1, 2026. A random print (L size 300 yen, 2L size 500 yen, 3 live photo designs in total) and a smartphone card (with a reproduced signature, 300 yen, 1 design in total) are offered for a limited period through Dec. 31. Purchases can be made via QR code or print reservation number. Live viewing and delayed viewing of the "Yuzuru Hanyu “REALIVE” an ICE STORY project" Saga performance decided!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688994https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688994Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESLive viewing and delayed viewing have been decided for the "Yuzuru Hanyu “REALIVE” an ICE STORY project" Saga performance, in which Yuzuru Hanyu appears and serves as executive producer. Day 2 of the performances to be held at SAGA Arena on Nov. 29, 2026 will be broadcast live to movie theaters in Japan and overseas, and delayed viewing will also be held in Japan on Dec. 7. Tickets are 4,000 yen (tax included, all seats reserved), and distribution is by ライブ・ビューイング・ジャパン. Chunichi Dragons 90th anniversary: legends of the Dragons and Giants gather. U-NEXT to livestream "Homemate presents 中日ドラゴンズ×読売ジャイアンツ LEGENDS MATCH 2026"https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688993https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688993Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESU-NEXT will livestream "Homemate presents 中日ドラゴンズ×読売ジャイアンツ LEGENDS MATCH 2026," an alumni game commemorating the 90th anniversary of the founding of 中日ドラゴンズ, to be held at Vantelin Dome Nagoya on Nov. 22, 2026. Monthly members can watch at no additional charge. Foh-You appear as guests! "Takuya Kimura Flow"https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688992https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688992Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESFoh-You, a junior group, will appear as guests for 4 consecutive weeks in November on Takuya Kimura's radio program "Takuya Kimura Flow." Because Foh-You will make their CD debut on Nov. 11, they will talk about how they feel and about episodes from the past. Moe Oshikiri, Manami Marutaka and other athletes' wives open up about their social media situations! Minami Minegishi warns, "Social media is full of approval-craving police." What was the word of appreciation Manami Marutaka asked of her husband, Yoichiro Kakitani?! She also confesses childcare episodes from her struggles behind the scenes of the World Cuphttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688991https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688991Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESABEMA will air episode #10 of "Himitsu no Mama-en 3" on Nov. 1, 2026, in which athletes' wives talk about their social media situations and their honest feelings about parenting. With Minami Minegishi as host, the show offers real-life topics on marriage and child-rearing, including a warning about approval-craving police. Legendary Korean dramas that recorded astonishing ratings in Korea gather on "ABEMA"! Top 10 works from the Korean ratings ranking that captivated Korean households, with all episodes streaming free for a limited timehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688990https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688990Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESABEMA will present 10 masterpiece Korean dramas that aired from 2000 to 2010 in a ratings ranking and stream all episodes of the featured works free for a limited time. On Nov. 1, "Jumong" and "Autumn in My Heart" will be newly added. TBSラジオ "Stand By Mitorizu" to hold its first event, "Event By Mitorizu"https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688989https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688989Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTBSラジオ「スタンド・バイ・見取り図」が番組初のリアルイベント「イベント・バイ・見取り図」を2026年11月13日に有楽町よみうりホールで開催。盛山、リリーに加えゲストとしてネコニスズ、ななまがりが出演。チケット一般販売は11月1日12:00よりFANYチケットで開始。 Official puzzle game "[Oshi no Ko] Puzzle Star": new limited pick-up gacha [POP IN 2] begins today!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688988https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688988Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社KADOKAWA announced that it will hold a new limited pick-up gacha, [POP IN 2], in "[Oshi no Ko] Puzzle Star," the official puzzle game of the TV anime "[Oshi no Ko]," starting Nov. 1, 2026. It is planned as 3 installments, with MEM-cho in [POP IN 2 -on-] and Kana Arima in [POP IN 2 -off-] appearing in the first. A new feature that lets players display the illustrations of cards they own in the lobby has also been implemented. [Book Day] A book club where "you don't have to have read the book." A place of learning for farmers and students, connected by university student internshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688921https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688921Sun, 01 Nov 2026 11:49:40 +0900JapanPR TIMES"Metagri研究所," run by 株式会社農情人, has launched a survey of people who have not participated in the online book club led by university student interns, timed to coincide with "Book Day" on Nov. 1. "Bonito dashi x beer" wins bronze at a world competition! Craft beer from Ginzahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688922https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688922Sun, 01 Nov 2026 11:46:08 +0900JapanPR TIMESTokyo Ginza craft brewery "orca 銀座醸造所" won a bronze medal at the "International Beer Cup 2026" with a rauchbier made using bonito dashi from にんべん. Chang Chi-kai Visits to Invite Debate, Wang Mei-hui: Not Welcome, Do Not Accept This Approachhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689624https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689624Sun, 01 Nov 2026 14:42:24 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA民眾黨 Chiayi mayoral candidate Chang Chi-kai went to the campaign headquarters of 民進黨 candidate Wang Mei-hui to deliver a debate invitation, but staff refused to accept it and stated "not welcome, do not accept." Wang Mei-hui issued a press release criticizing his actions as a publicity stunt and rude, while Chang Chi-kai stressed that citizens have the right to compare policy platforms and again publicly invited her to a public debate on the 7th. Questions Raised Over 寶林茶室 Case Compensation, Taipei Law and Regulation Department: Conflating Them May Misleadhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689620https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689620Sun, 01 Nov 2026 14:34:22 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Taipei City Department of Law and Regulation clarified that in the 寶林茶室 case, the rights holders for the families' civil claims, the advance payment of medical expenses, and the enforcement of administrative fines are different, and conflating the three may be misleading. It also explained that it has coordinated insurance payouts and helped arrange mediation and settlement, and that 消基會 has filed a class action seeking more than 293.01 million yuan in compensation. LGBT Film Festival Beijing Queer Film Week Suddenly Canceled, Foreign Media: Under Police Pressurehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689621https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689621Sun, 01 Nov 2026 14:30:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Beijing iQ Film Week (formerly the Beijing Queer Film Festival), China's only film event focused on LGBT issues and with a 25-year history, had been scheduled for Oct. 30 but was suddenly announced as canceled late the night before. Foreign media reported that police had applied pressure, and the Wuhan Berlin Film Week also announced an emergency postponement the same day. Beijing Grade A Office Rents Nearly Halved in 8 Years, Vacancy Rates Soar for Offices Without AI Firmshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689619https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689619Sun, 01 Nov 2026 14:18:17 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAffected by China's weak economy, Beijing Grade A office rents have plunged 49.1% from the 2018 peak, with vacancy rates diverging in a K shape. Driven by AI demand, Zhongguancun's vacancy rate fell to 5.6%, while the CBD's vacancy rate rose to 20.4%. Companies such as 字節跳動 and 智元機器人 have moved into office space, but the industry remains cautious about their ability to prop up the market. Ocean Current Rainbow Ribbon Sparks Craze, Crowds Line Up to Collect at Puma Shen's Campaign Headquartershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689617https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689617Sun, 01 Nov 2026 14:13:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe campaign team of 民進黨 Taipei mayoral candidate Puma Shen released limited-edition ribbons combining "ocean current" and rainbow elements, distributed in limited quantities at campaign headquarters after the Pride parade, sparking a rush of people lining up. The team reminded recipients to be mindful of safety. Taiwanese Artists Head to Roppongi Art Night, 520 Warning Lights Create Eye-Catching Installationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689618https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689618Sun, 01 Nov 2026 14:09:13 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwanese artists UxU Studio (有用主張), Liao Chien-chung and Lee Yi-fan have been invited to take part in "Roppongi Art Night 2026" in Tokyo, Japan, where 有用主張 is exhibiting the installation art piece "Libido" made with 520 red rotating warning lights. 春水堂 to Raise Meal and Drink Prices from Nov. 1, Average Increase of About 12%https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689607https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689607Sun, 01 Nov 2026 14:01:11 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA春水堂人文茶館宣布自11月1日起調整餐點與飲品價格，涵蓋8成以上品項，平均調幅約12%，並推出感恩回饋活動。 Ensuring Energy and Grain Transport, International Community Pushes for Partial Black Sea Ceasefirehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689483https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689483Sun, 01 Nov 2026 13:53:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAU.S. Secretary of State Rubio said the international community is increasingly focused on promoting a partial ceasefire in the Black Sea to ensure the unimpeded transport of energy and grain between Russia and Ukraine; the G20 foreign ministers' meeting failed to reach a consensus and issued no joint statement. Huang Wei-che Made 55 Overseas Trips in Office, Tainan City Government: City Diplomacy and Industry Promotionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689484https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689484Sun, 01 Nov 2026 13:51:06 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANew Power Party chairperson Wang Wan-yu released the number of overseas trips made by city and county heads, with Tainan Mayor Huang Wei-che topping the list at 55 trips during his tenure. The Tainan City Government responded that Huang Wei-che spent a total of 222 days abroad during his tenure, mainly for city diplomacy and industry promotion, helping secure nearly NT$3.7 billion in business opportunities and forming sister-city ties with 23 cities, stressing that the itineraries were tightly packed and practical and frugal. Heavy Rain Hits Galápagos Islands, At Least 1 Dead, Thousands of Families Displacedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689485https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689485Sun, 01 Nov 2026 13:50:04 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAEcuador's Galápagos Islands were hit by heavy rain, leaving at least 1 dead and 2 missing, with about 2000 families displaced; the disaster is linked to the El Niño phenomenon. Cold War and Immigration Changed Taiwan's Diet, Egg Pancakes Became a Daily Taiwanese Breakfasthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689482https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689482Sun, 01 Nov 2026 13:46:02 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA report by 中央社 noted that the egg pancake's status as a common Taiwanese breakfast is linked to the 1949 wave of immigration and to U.S.-aid flour during the Cold War. Scholars Chen Yu-chen and Chen Yi-hung said the Kuomintang's retreat to Taiwan brought wheat-based food culture, and after the outbreak of the Korean War the United States provided large quantities of wheat and flour, which spurred the development of Taiwan's flour industry and changed eating habits. Pingtung Health Expo Protects All Ages, Offers Screenings and Vaccinationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689480https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689480Sun, 01 Nov 2026 13:38:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA屏東縣政府 held the "2026 Pingtung Health Expo," focusing on all ages with services including screenings, vaccinations and a traditional Chinese medicine vehicle. County Magistrate Chou Chun-mi noted that local medical infrastructure continues to improve, including stable operations at Pingtung Veterans General Hospital, the new building of Pingtung Christian Hospital set to open, 義大醫院 expected to open next March, and the new campus of 衛福部屏東醫院 to be completed the year after next. Puma Shen: No Unfairness in Debate Negotiations, Pushing for a Comeback in the Final Stretchhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689339https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689339Sun, 01 Nov 2026 13:18:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADemocratic Progressive Party Taipei mayoral candidate Puma Shen said he felt frustrated at the debate because questions were answered with off-topic responses, but believes citizens will form their own judgment. He stressed that the debate negotiations were discussed in advance and were not unfair, that his team accepted the organizer's arrangements, and that it will work to turn the race around in the final stretch. Bolivia hit by both drought and floods; government declares state of emergencyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689338https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689338Sun, 01 Nov 2026 13:12:36 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNABolivian President Paz announced a nationwide state of emergency to deal with the drought and flooding caused by El Niño. A report says the drought has affected 6 provinces, hitting about 78,000 households and causing the loss of more than 75,000 cattle. Neighboring Peru and Chile have also been affected by abnormal weather. Hualien International Stone Sculpture Art Festival: Appreciating "Stones Breathing" at Danong Dafu in Guangfuhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689331https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689331Sun, 01 Nov 2026 13:05:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 2026 Hualien International Stone Sculpture Art Festival takes "Beneath the Skin of the Earth: Cracks, Traces and Rebirth" as its theme. For the first time it has invited the Australian studio ENESS to present the large outdoor light-and-shadow installation "Stones Breathing," on display at the Danong Dafu Plain Forest Park in Guangfu Township, along with a Golden Melody legends concert. Taiwan's mutant phalaenopsis orchids favored by Russia and Ukraine; industry: war has not halted exportshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689034https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689034Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:48:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan's mutant phalaenopsis orchids are highly favored in the Russian and Ukrainian markets, with prices once reaching 10 times those of ordinary varieties. Although the outbreak of the Russia-Ukraine war caused export volumes to fall in the short term, trade has not been interrupted. Industry figure Chou Po-yi said Taiwanese orchids hold a quality advantage, and that specialty varieties are cultivated for different markets. AI monetization concerns trigger tech stock selling; institutional investors: Taiex's 45000-point defense battlehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689035https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689035Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:48:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAConcerns over monetizing AI investment triggered selling in global tech stocks, and the Taiex fell 2728.3 points in October, losing its half-year moving average. 永豐投顧 noted that CSP capital expenditures are still being revised upward, but the market worries about cash flow and the timeline for monetization. Foreign investors were net sellers of nearly one trillion in October cumulatively; if the index falls below the half-year moving average, it could drop to the yearly moving average at 38500 points. Chinese female executive close to Jensen Huang suspected of being a Beijing spy; Trump: will look into it carefullyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689033https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689033Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:47:27 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAUS media reported that NVIDIA (輝達) has a close relationship with a Chinese female executive, Huang Le, who is suspected of being a Beijing spy and of diverting AI chips to China. Trump said he will look into the matter carefully, and said he respects Jensen Huang. Debate media questions suspected of being leaked in advance; Chiang Wan-an: as per custom, both camps are well awarehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689030https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689030Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:41:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAfter the 2026 Taipei mayoral candidates' televised debate, Chiang Wan-an responded to media questions about suspected question leaks, saying it was done as per custom and both camps were aware; a TVBS poll shows Chiang with 46% and Puma Shen with 42% support. Air Force Tianlong exercise opens on the 2nd, verifying joint operations capability across serviceshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689031https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689031Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:40:23 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Air Force's major annual exercise, the Tianlong Exercise, will be held from the 2nd to the 6th. Centered on air-to-air and air-to-surface live-fire competitions, it incorporates ground units such as maintenance and battle management, as well as Army, Navy and information, communications and electronic forces, to verify joint operations capability and the effectiveness of responses to potential threats. Power banks frequently smoke or catch fire; Taiwan Transportation Safety Board recommends mandatory reportinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689032https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689032Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:40:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Taiwan Transportation Safety Board recommended making power bank smoking and fire incidents on public transportation subject to mandatory reporting. 交通部 responded that it will study the feasibility and the reporting mechanism. Heavy traffic floods Wuling early in the morning; Nantou police crack down, citing 28 violationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689027https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689027Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:24:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA large wave of vehicles flooded Wuling on Hehuan Mountain early in the morning. Nantou police deployed extra officers to direct traffic and strictly crack down on illegal parking, and 28 citations have been issued so far. North Korea test-fires cluster bomb warhead, claims it can destroy targets of 12 to 13 hectareshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689021https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689021Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:19:17 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANorth Korea test-fired a cluster bomb warhead, claiming it can destroy targets of 12 to 13 hectares. The move was meant to assess the weapon's combat suitability and heightens tensions between the two Koreas. Boy with arhinia stared at at school; Sunshine enters school to promote facial equality and acceptancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689022https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689022Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:18:14 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA 9-year-old boy with arhinia, Chenbao, was stared at in school because of his different appearance. After 陽光基金會 helped conduct a campus facial equality awareness campaign, his interactions with classmates improved and he regained his confidence. BWF Germany Hylo Open: Hsu Yin-hui and Lin Chih-chun reach women's doubles final for 2nd straight yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689023https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689023Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:18:12 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台灣女雙組合許尹鏸與林芝昀在BWF德國海洛羽球公開賽4強以直落2擊敗美國組合，連2年闖進冠軍戰。 統一發票5-6月千萬獎4張未領 兌領期限11/5https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689019https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689019Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:12:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA財政部表示，115年5、6月期統一發票千萬特別獎與200萬元特獎各有4張未領，共8張，兌領期限至11月5日；未領發票來自Google Play、7-ELEVEN、雅馨蛋糕烘焙、屈臣氏及萊爾富等通路。 Calling Brazil's election a disgrace, Trump says Eduardo Bolsonaro can stay in the US indefinitelyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689020https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689020Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:10:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAt a Halloween party at Mar-a-Lago, US President Trump said that Flávio Bolsonaro, who lost Brazil's presidential election, can stay in the United States indefinitely, and called the election a disgrace. Although Secretary of State Rubio sent conciliatory signals in talks with Brazil's foreign minister, US-Brazil relations may remain tense. Huang Shih-chieh's wife accompanies him on the campaign trail for the first time, walking the Zhongzhen Market to seek supporthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688983https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688983Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:04:06 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA民進黨桃園市長參選人黃世杰今日在妻子徐青首度陪同下，前往忠貞市場掃街拜票，爭取市民支持。 Zhu Hexin "skipped" in alternate Central Committee promotions yet still chairs meeting; scholar: career may have peakedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688860https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3688860Sun, 01 Nov 2026 11:56:03 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中國人民銀行副行長朱鶴新在中共五中全會遞補中央委員時被「跳過」，但隨後仍主持外匯管理局黨組會議。學者指出，雖不必然意味涉案，但其仕途恐已到達頂峰。 LINE will stop working! Official announcement: service ends from 11/4. See the list of affected devices at a glance; without an update it can't be usedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689547https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689547Sun, 01 Nov 2026 13:52:15 +0900Taiwan風傳媒LINE announced that from Nov. 4, 2026, it will end support for older versions of its iOS and Android apps, requiring devices to upgrade their systems or be replaced with new ones to keep the service. Is Canada building a "transatlantic bloc that excludes the US"? Prime Minister Carney denies it, but stresses that dependence on the US is indeed too highhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689548https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689548Sun, 01 Nov 2026 13:50:21 +0900Taiwan風傳媒In an interview with Deutsche Welle on Oct. 30, Canadian Prime Minister Carney stressed that because of excessive dependence on the US, Canada needs to deepen partnerships with the EU and other countries. He supports the "associate member" idea proposed by European Commission President von der Leyen, which would establish close cooperation with non-formal members, while denying any intent to exclude the US, and argued for responding to the Trump administration's provocations in a direct and clear manner. Japan's new tax refund system takes effect today, 11/1! Don't rush to check your luggage; if you overlook "3 key details" and are stopped by customs, the entire purchase can't be refundedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689549https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689549Sun, 01 Nov 2026 13:30:57 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Japan implemented a new tax refund system on Nov. 1, 2026, switching to refunds after confirmation at departure. Travelers must make sure all items from the same transaction are kept together, consumables must not be used within the country, and they must strictly follow the procedure of completing customs confirmation before checking luggage, or they will lose eligibility for the refund. Did Chiang Wan-an win the debate over Shen Boyang? Scholar reveals "4 big cards" that crushed him: blasting an obvious breach in the Shen currenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689550https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689550Sun, 01 Nov 2026 13:22:39 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Chinese Culture University professor Niu Tse-hsun analyzed the Taipei mayoral debate, saying Chiang Wan-an won decisively over Shen Boyang with 4 big cards: his record, persona, storytelling marketing and a pro-Ko appeal, breaking Shen's warm image. Convenience store purchases won NT$10 million and NT$2 million! Also "13 winning invoices unclaimed"; if not claimed by Nov. 5 they go to the national treasuryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689551https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689551Sun, 01 Nov 2026 13:11:30 +0900Taiwan風傳媒財政部清查發現115年5、6月期統一發票尚有13張大獎未領，包括4張千萬特別獎與4張百萬特獎。兌領期限為11月5日，逾期將充公國庫，提醒民眾趕緊檢查紙本及雲端發票。 Today's (11/1) top news! Shen Boyang wins the debate, polls show Chiang Wan-an ahead, see the gap between the two at a glance / understand the November livelihood rules in one go / all the latest November traffic rules in one articlehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689552https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689552Sun, 01 Nov 2026 13:05:42 +0900Taiwan風傳媒風傳媒11/1重點新聞涵蓋台北市長辯論民調、11月民生與交通新制、國民黨選情救援、普發現金時程、旅遊美食趨勢及股市動向。 Is contributing 6% voluntarily to your labor pension worth it? Is the fund's 29% gain in the first 8 months an illusion? Experts reveal 3 keys: don't rush in before this agehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689096https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689096Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:59:01 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Data from the Bureau of Labor Funds shows the voluntary labor pension contribution rate has hit a record high and the fund's performance is impressive. However, the Retirement Research Lab cautions investors not to be misled by a single year of high returns and to consider opportunity cost and tax brackets. Experts say the decision to contribute voluntarily depends on age and the return on alternative investments, and suggest it only becomes beneficial after a certain age. Can Li Szu-chuan take over Hou You-yi's high approval rating? BBC: In the New Taipei mayoral race, Su Chiao-hui leads and the KMT-TPP cooperation yields diminishing returnshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689097https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689097Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:57:33 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Taiwan's New Taipei mayoral election will be held on Nov. 28, pitting the DPP's Su Chiao-hui against the KMT's Li Szu-chuan. The latest polls show Su Chiao-hui leading, the benefits of KMT-TPP cooperation are diminishing, and Li Szu-chuan needs to inherit Hou You-yi's approval rating. Fact-check of the Taipei mayoral debate is here! What did Chiang Wan-an and Shen Boyang get wrong? Understand the 6 major issues in one articlehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689098https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689098Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:46:23 +0900Taiwan風傳媒台灣事實查核中心針對2026台北市長辯論會發布首波查核結果，檢視蔣萬安與沈伯洋在都市更新、食安等議題發言之事實基礎。 Don't just toss chicken breast into the freezer! Japanese expert's "correct storage method": keeps the meat moist and not dryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689099https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689099Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:41:00 +0900Taiwan風傳媒Japan's JA全農 has revealed the correct way to freeze chicken breast, solving the problem of dry, tough meat by adding 1% salt and sake or by letting it rest after microwave aging. US stocks crash; will Taiwan stocks get hammered tomorrow? The "Invincible Master" names 15 resilient stocks: survive like a cockroachhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689100https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261101-12/index-en.html#n3689100Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:26:29 +0900Taiwan風傳媒英特爾股價單日暴跌近三成引發全球科技股震盪，台股面臨壓力。專家陳重銘建議關注統一、統一超等15檔獲外資逆勢加碼的抗跌個股。