https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 164 items from 5 sources; Japan, 140 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706461https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706461Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESアースデイ東京 2027 will be held at Yoyogi Park on Apr. 17 and 18, 2027, and applications for exhibitors and vendors have opened. Last year's total attendance was 105,000. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706460https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706460Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAt "エコスタイル Hamamatsu Irino store," operated by 株式会社スタンディングポイント, the limited-time event "Urahara POP UP" was held from Oct. 11 to 31, 2026. It featured items from street brands symbolizing Ura-Harajuku culture, such as STÜSSY and A BATHING APE. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706459https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706459Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社アントレックス will release 2 models, the top-of-the-line "Ascent X5" and the standard "Ascent X2," from the new "Ascent X" series of バイタミックス whole food machines, which have a history of more than 100 years in the US, on Nov. 14, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706458https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706458Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社スペースファクトリーは、サントリービバレッジ＆フード株式会社と連携し、『ファイナルファンタジーXIV』至天の座アルカディアのオリジナルラベル缶を2026年11月9日より全国のサントリー自販機で販売開始する。価格は1個900円（税込）で、ランダム全12種を展開。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706457https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706457Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESジャパンブランディング株式会社 will hold a webinar in late Nov. 2026 on the application of solid-state batteries to grid-scale storage and when they will reach practical use. It will explain mass-production plans by CATL, SamsungSDI and others, as well as cost challenges. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706456https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706456Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESTo mark his 30th debut anniversary, Tomohisa Yamashita has released his first new album in about 3 years, 'DREAMING,' for streaming. Featuring TAEHYUN (TOMORROW X TOGETHER) and JUNGWON (ENHYPEN) as guests, he will hold an arena tour in 8 cities in total starting Nov. 7. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706455https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706455Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn Nov. 2, 2026, 6 companies including 福島日産自動車株式会社 signed a partnership agreement at "EV GARDEN Namie" in Namie Town to circulate used EVs and vehicle batteries within Fukushima Prefecture and remanufacture them in Namie. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706454https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706454Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESバカルディ ジャパン株式会社 will hold the event "Magic Hour Park" at Shibuya Stream from Nov. 12 to 14 to commemorate the launch of "Dewar's 12 Year Old Highball Can," a new product of Scotch whisky "Dewar's" sold jointly with サッポロビール株式会社. A campaign featuring Masahiro Takasugi will also be held starting the same day. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706453https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706453Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe travel booking site 'Good Trip Express' (グッドトリップエクスプレス), operated by 日本空輸株式会社, has begun selling travel plans for the Yamaga, Hitoyoshi, Amakusa and Minamata areas of Kumamoto Prefecture using the Kyushu Fukko Support Discount. Travel costs are discounted by up to 20,000 yen, and the eligible period is Nov. 9 to Dec. 24, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706452https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706452Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES5 players from the e-Motorsports division of the esports team "REIGNITE", operated by 株式会社コアテック, will compete in the prefectural finals of the Gran Turismo 7 division at the "All-Japan Prefectural eSports Championship 2026." https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706451https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706451Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESシェアフル株式会社 is recruiting backstage part-timers to provide operational support at the stage greeting for the film "The Comedy Sketch That Changed My Life," starring Kazuya Ohashi, through "Sharefull Cho Baito." https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706450https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706450Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe presentation for the immersive illumination event "WONDER NIGHT JINGU: Gekka," organized by 株式会社NEXYZ.Group, 株式会社ブランジスタ and 株式会社ネクシィーズ・ワンダーウォール, was held at Heian Jingu Shrine. Ambassadors Mary Jun and Yu Takahashi, sisters, and the Kyoto governor attended and announced that the event will begin on Nov. 2. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706449https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706449Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社日テレWands has opened "Secret Eden," the official fan club site for the girl group "Straight Angeli" from Stardust Promotion, using FaveConnect. An early sign-up campaign is now underway. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706448https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706448Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESテレビ朝日 has released the key visual, scene photos and documentary videos for the live event "sumika x Ichiro Ruto CINEMA&LIVE 'SCENE'" by the band sumika and director Ichiro Ruto. It will be held at ぴあ Arena MM on Nov. 14 and 15, 2026, and tickets are now on general sale. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706447https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706447Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESRina Kishi, a member of the Japan women's national gymnastics team belonging to 戸田市スポーツセンター, will pay a courtesy call on 戸田市長 after winning silver at the Asian Games, helping win the first team medal in 60 years at the World Artistic Gymnastics Championships, and earning a place at the Los Angeles Olympics. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706446https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706446Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社ゼロアクセルが運営する「おうちにプロ」は、トイレの汚れやニオイに関する独自調査を実施した。調査結果から、便器のフチ裏の汚れや黒ずみが主な悩みであり、掃除頻度は週1回が最多であることが判明した。また、プロへの依頼時には料金や頑固な汚れの除去可否、作業員入室への懸念が挙げられている。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706445https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706445Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES未来古代楽団's live performance "Festival or Fragment 8: The Freezing World and the Phosphorus Lord" will make its TV premiere on CSホームドラマチャンネル in Feb. 2027, along with exclusive interviews with leader Takeo Sunamori and narrator Satoshi Matsuda. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706444https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706444Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESCollaboration knit items from LIMI feu and ERIko NAKAO will launch on Nov. 6. They go on sale at THE SHOP YOHJI YAMAMOTO from Nov. 13. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706443https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706443Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFun Standard株式会社 announced that its brand BELLEMOND (ベルモンド) will distribute a 50% OFF coupon on all items, usable with purchases of 5,000 yen or more, limited to the first 100 orders, during the Rakuten Super Sale starting at 20:00 on Nov. 4, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706442https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706442Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社セブン‐イレブン・ジャパン will launch "コメダ珈琲店 Coffee-Loving White Bear," supervised by コメダ珈琲店, nationwide from Nov. 3. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706441https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706441Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社主婦と生活社 will release Volumes 1 and 2 of the collector's edition of "Watashi to Mame Goma Nikki," first published in 2005, on Nov. 6, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706440https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706440Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe drama "Pension: Koi wa Momoiro season 4," currently streaming exclusively on FOD, the video streaming service run by フジテレビ, has been confirmed to air on terrestrial TV every Tuesday at 25:15 starting Nov. 10. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706439https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706439Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMayu Tamura of 乃木坂46 has been chosen as the November narrator of "Manga Crystal." In the Nov. 4 broadcast, original author Takashi Kira will appear as a guest in a special on "Akatou Erejii." https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706438https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706438Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESセント レジス ホテル 大阪 has renovated all 160 guest rooms and suites and will begin operating with a new look on Nov. 2, 2026. The design concept is "the time and memories of Osaka, the City of Water," and the design was handled by 株式会社久米設計. The hotel is also running campaigns including the "Butler's Hour" and a limited-edition plush toy giveaway. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706437https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706437Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAn interactive orchestra concert by サロンオーケストラジャパン, "Kashiwa 'My First Orchestra from Age 0'," will be held in Kashiwa, Chiba Prefecture, on Nov. 8, 2026. The program for parents and children offers hands-on experience with real instruments and waltz dancing, and tickets are on sale at カンフェティ. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706436https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706436Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESIt has been decided that SKE48's Haruka Kumazaki, Miyo Nomura and Miyabi Hasegawa will take part in the special call audio [EXTRA phone calls] at the "050-5893-5336 Exhibition (Hito no Denwa Exhibition)," to be held at Nagoya PARCO from Nov. 13 to Dec. 6, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706435https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706435Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESFrom ぴあ株式会社, "Gori Okinawa Gourmet Guide," a gourmet guide featuring 50 carefully selected famous Okinawa restaurants introduced on the YouTube channel "Gori Okinawa" run by Garage Sale's Gori, went on sale on Nov. 2. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706434https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706434Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社クリーク・アンド・リバー社 will hold a free online seminar for beginners, "Ready-to-Use Travel English Conversation Vol.4," on Nov. 17, to learn English expressions useful when traveling. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706433https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706433Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe cumulative circulation of the "Ace of Diamond" series, serialized in Weekly Shonen Magazine, has exceeded 45 million copies, and a POP UP STORE for the "Big 'Ace of Diamond actⅡ' Original Art Exhibition," held to mark the series' 20th anniversary, has been confirmed for the Utsunomiya venue. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706432https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706432Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社フロンティアワークス has announced details of the Seoul show of the 3D live tour "Museum in 2372 WORLD TOUR" for the multimedia project "ALIEN STAGE," as well as the timing of the Los Angeles and Tokyo shows. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706431https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706431Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社KADOKAWA has announced the live event "Rakuenasai Vol.9," to be held at 昭和音楽大学 on Jan. 9, 2027. Highlights include CiON's first appearance and a collaboration with 昭和音楽大学's "Showa Wind Symphony." https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706343https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706343Mon, 02 Nov 2026 17:57:31 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社SPEED STAR will hold the "SPEED STAR 30m DASH CHALLENGE Fukuoka" at LaLaport Fukuoka on Nov. 8, 2026. Olympic medalist Nobuharu Asahara and rising first-year junior high student Seita Meno, among others, will run and compete on their 30 m dash times. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706344https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706344Mon, 02 Nov 2026 17:55:56 +0900JapanPR TIMESA free stage and talk event featuring Azumi Inoue and Yuuhi Imao, known for songs from "My Neighbor Totoro" and other works, will be held in Koganei City on Nov. 8, 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706345https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706345Mon, 02 Nov 2026 17:55:11 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe bag brand "SALON DE ALFURD TOKYO," operated by 満田工業株式会社, has begun additional sales of the "YOBI. Disaster-Prevention Bag," whose first 200 pre-order units sold out in about 2 weeks, and will roll out in full as the new series "YOBI." with the addition of the "YOBI. Disaster-Prevention Charm" and a "fireproof pouch." https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706346https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706346Mon, 02 Nov 2026 17:50:49 +0900JapanPR TIMES高槻市 will hold a receipt rally covering 49 stores in the city that used the new store opening support project. During the usage period from Nov. 2 to Jan. 14 of Reiwa 8, those who collect and submit receipts of 1,000 yen or more including tax can win hotel vouchers, products from local companies, and more through a lottery. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706347https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706347Mon, 02 Nov 2026 17:50:04 +0900JapanPR TIMESAi Ikegami, a third-year junior high student living in 高槻市, reported to Mayor Takeshi Hamada that she will play for the Osaka Prefecture selection team at the 40th National Prefectural Junior High School Volleyball Tournament, to be held in Osaka Prefecture in December. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706349https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706349Mon, 02 Nov 2026 17:50:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAnalysis of the attractiveness rankings of the 6 Kinki prefectures in the "Regional Brand Survey 2026." Kyoto Prefecture ranked 2nd nationally for the 18th consecutive year, while Osaka Prefecture climbed in the rankings on the Expo effect and recorded the largest gain nationwide, whereas Nara Prefecture dropped. Specific ranking changes and factors for each prefecture are presented. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706348https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706348Mon, 02 Nov 2026 17:50:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社マーケティング研究協会 will hold the online seminar "Prepared Foods and Deli Research 2026" on Nov. 12, 2026. The lecturer is Ichiro Ozaki (Representative Director of 株式会社エムディプロビジョン). The fee is 33,000 yen (tax included). https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706350https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706350Mon, 02 Nov 2026 17:46:08 +0900JapanPR TIMESフリーランスボード surveyed front-end engineer projects as of Nov. 2026. Average annual income is 9.33 million yen, ranking 19th among job types, with a project share of 12.01%, ranking 3rd. The remote-work rate is 80.6%. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706351https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706351Mon, 02 Nov 2026 17:45:34 +0900JapanPR TIMESA joint job consultation fair to recruit bus drivers in Hakodate and the Doto region will be held on Nov. 14, 2026. Bus operators from 8 companies will take part and offer consultations, including for those with no experience and those who have not yet obtained a large type II license. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706995https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706995Mon, 02 Nov 2026 20:41:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNALienchiang County Magistrate Wang Chung-ming met with officials from the 交通部 to seek central government support for transportation projects, including improved parking space and the restoration of subsidies for purchasing diesel buses, to meet the actual needs of the outlying islands. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706987https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706987Mon, 02 Nov 2026 20:36:27 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFormer Council for Cultural Affairs chairperson Chen Yu-hsiu gave a speech in Singapore under the theme "Diamond Taiwan," emphasizing the unique spirit and strengths shaped by Taiwan's diverse culture and the resilience of its people. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706988https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706988Mon, 02 Nov 2026 20:36:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNALighting designer Yao Jen-kung announced he will run for chairman of the 中華足協 together with 新光人壽 Chairman Wei Pao-sheng, promising that if elected he will clarify the association's debts in as little as 6 months and bring in professional financial management. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706985https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706985Mon, 02 Nov 2026 20:34:23 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA國防院 responded to a 風傳媒 report, clarifying that CEO Ko Cheng-heng did not criticize Chairman Huo Shou-yeh in an internal meeting, and that the two fully exchanged views to advance the institute's affairs. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706986https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706986Mon, 02 Nov 2026 20:29:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Baqaei said that if the United States agrees to the conditions Iran has put forward, including lifting sanctions, ending the war and accepting new shipping route arrangements, Iran could reopen the Strait of Hormuz in as little as 2 days. This is seen as a sign of goodwill from Iran. Iran is currently maintaining message exchanges with the United States through mediators, and everything depends on whether the US accepts the demands. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706980https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706980Mon, 02 Nov 2026 20:23:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAProvincial Highway 64 taxi driver Lin Yu-chun is accused of dragging a passenger out and abandoning them on the road shoulder, where the passenger was run over and killed by a following vehicle. The New Taipei District Court began hearing the case today. Prosecutors played dashcam footage showing the driver had been angry and said he dragged the person out of the car, while the defense argues there is no direct causal link between his actions and the death. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706976https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706976Mon, 02 Nov 2026 20:17:16 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中信兄弟隊游擊手江坤宇本季僅4次失誤，守備率9成91打破中華職棒紀錄，締造金手套獎7連霸；最佳9人游擊手獎則由味全龍隊張政禹中斷其連霸。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706977https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706977Mon, 02 Nov 2026 20:17:14 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIndependent legislator Kao Chin Su-mei was placed under exit and sea-departure restrictions by the High Prosecutors Office because her assistant Chang Chun-chieh is implicated in an espionage case. Kao Chin Su-mei said she found it laughable and chilling, and urged Taiwan not to return to the martial law era. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706975https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706975Mon, 02 Nov 2026 20:16:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMainland Affairs Council Deputy Minister Shen Yu-chung and scholars said that after the 20th Central Committee's Fifth Plenary Session, because of a generational gap among military commanders and personnel purges, confidence in launching a full-scale war has declined, and the CCP is expected to increase gray-zone pressure on Taiwan, including coast guard law enforcement, lawfare, transnational repression and economic coercion. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706978https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706978Mon, 02 Nov 2026 20:15:12 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNACPBL 味全龍隊 position player Chang Cheng-yu went to Japan's 福岡軟銀鷹隊 fall camp, and after two days of experience said the training load is heavy but the players are self-disciplined and the team has made thoughtful arrangements. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706979https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706979Mon, 02 Nov 2026 20:13:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 65th congress of the 國際自由聯盟 opened in Bangkok. Former Thai prime minister Abhisit and 國際自由聯盟 president Baquet said global liberal democracy faces challenges including decline, disinformation and populism, and called on political parties to reconnect with the public. Taiwan's 民進黨 legislators Fan Yun and Chang Ya-lin attended, and the congress will later move to Taipei. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706972https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706972Mon, 02 Nov 2026 20:12:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA23-year-old 中職 Uni-Lions pitcher Chung Yun-hua won the saves title this season and is poised to become the first rookie of the year in 6 years. He said attending the awards ceremony was more nerve-wracking than pitching, and stressed that how you face the next game after failure matters most. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706973https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706973Mon, 02 Nov 2026 20:12:06 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAOn the eve of the US midterm elections, the Democratic Party and Trump held separate final get-out-the-vote events. Polls show the Democrats are likely to win a majority in the House of Representatives and even the Senate, which would check the Trump administration. The campaign involves heavy advertising spending and donor contributions, such as 馬斯克 donating nearly 500 million US dollars to help the Republican Party. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706974https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706974Mon, 02 Nov 2026 20:12:03 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA毅嘉 consolidated revenue for October rose 21% year on year to NT$1.134 billion, and cumulative revenue for the first 10 months exceeded NT$10 billion. Optical communication products at the new Malaysia plant have entered mass production and are contributing revenue, and the company expects a challenge to its annual peak. In addition, a subsidiary, ICHIA RUBBER INDUSTRY（M） SDN BHD, suffered an employee fraud case, with a loss of about NT$61.377 million recognized. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706958https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706958Mon, 02 Nov 2026 20:07:59 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Miaoli County Council passed a proposal from both the Blue and Green parties supporting exempting residents aged 65 and above from paying National Health Insurance premiums. County Magistrate Chung Tung-chin said that only if the central government confirms it will not provide funding would the county consider using county funds, and stressed that National Health Insurance should be handled centrally by the central government. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706959https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706959Mon, 02 Nov 2026 20:06:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAnother case has emerged at 台中榮民總醫院 in which a vendor is suspected of involvement in proxy surgery. The 衛福部 醫事司 confirmed it received a complaint on Oct. 15 and has sent an official letter asking the 台中市衛生局 to launch an administrative investigation. The health bureau and prosecutors and investigators are currently clarifying the facts. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706960https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706960Mon, 02 Nov 2026 20:05:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAVenezuela's military, reportedly with US intelligence support, struck camps of the Colombian guerrilla group National Liberation Army (ELN) inside its territory, causing at least 19 deaths. The move may signal a shift in Venezuela's policy toward rebel groups along the border, which it has long been accused of ignoring. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706956https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706956Mon, 02 Nov 2026 20:03:53 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIndependent legislator Kao Chin Su-mei was questioned as a defendant by the 調查局 over the Chinese espionage case involving her assistant Chang Chun-chieh and was referred to the 高檢署 for further questioning. Prosecutors ordered restrictions on her leaving the country or traveling by sea. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706957https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706957Mon, 02 Nov 2026 20:02:51 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPuma Shen responded to Chiang Wan-an's remarks about a second debate, accusing Chiang of not answering questions and attacking instead. He also discussed Lu Shiow-yen's visit, the controversy over urban renewal policy, social media views and opinion polls. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706894https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706894Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:59:48 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASouth Korea's defense ministry confirmed that an army noncommissioned officer died of external injuries while serving on the front line in Cheorwon County. Military and civilian investigators are examining the cause of death, and it remains unclear whether it is related to border tensions. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706895https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706895Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:55:46 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA味全龍隊's Kuo Tien-hsin won his 5th career outfield Golden Glove award. Although his 4 errors sparked debate, he said he doesn't mind and hopes future CPBL award voting can incorporate more reference data. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706825https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706825Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:54:44 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA佳格 CEO Tsao Po-jui said that, due to increased global sunflower seed output in the new season, sunflower oil cost conditions in the China market are expected to improve after Q2 2027. In the Taiwan market, the company will expand its commercial oil business, targeting chain restaurants and fresh-food channels. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706826https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706826Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:53:42 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 財政部台北國稅局 found that multiple aesthetic medicine, dental and other clinics underreported self-paid income and failed to report items not covered by national health insurance, imposing back taxes and penalties in accordance with the law, and urged medical institutions to file honestly. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706827https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706827Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:49:40 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASweden's two major supermarket chains ICA and Coop said that freezer temperatures in some of their stores spiked overnight, and at least one operator blamed a hacker cyberattack. The incident resembles cyberattack cases at French supermarkets. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706828https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706828Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:48:38 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 海巡署 detected a formation of 4 China Coast Guard ships entering Kinmen's restricted waters today. It dispatched 4 patrol boats to shadow them closely one-on-one and drive them off forcefully, and the vessels finally all sailed out at 5:03 p.m. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706822https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706822Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:47:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPainter Hou Wen-chin created themed paintings of 88 musicians and will hold a 2-day pop-up exhibition in Tainan, where veteran entertainer Huang Hsi-tien will come to sing. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706823https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706823Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:46:33 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANew Taipei mayoral candidate Su Chiao-hui of the 民進黨 announced two large rallies in Banqiao and Luzhou this Saturday and Sunday, inviting Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim and Premier Cho Jung-tai to appear in turn. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706824https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706824Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:44:31 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAt the "2026 Taiwan Ocean Technology and Unmanned Vehicle Expo" in Tainan, 雷虎科技 gave a live-boat demonstration of its SeaShark 600 unmanned boat, showcasing autonomous navigation and obstacle avoidance. The boat carries a Thunder Tiger or US AI system with core technology in Taiwan, and the company is preparing to take part in proof of concept for the military's procurement plan of about 1400 boats totaling 30 billion yuan. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706820https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706820Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:43:29 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA Tainan man surnamed Liao fled after killing a male university student in a drunk-driving crash. Police reviewed surveillance footage, tracked down and arrested Liao. A compulsory blood test showed his alcohol level exceeded the limit, and he has a prior drunk-driving record. After further questioning, the prosecutor asked the court to detain him. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706821https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706821Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:42:27 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAKuomintang Changhua County magistrate candidate 魏平政 has released a "town upgrade" platform focusing on regional prosperity and cultural renewal. It plans transportation projects to meet residents' needs for cross-district commuting, schooling and medical care, and will promote the revitalization of historic sites and tourism development. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706811https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706811Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:38:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMinister of Environment 彭啓明 said that Taiwan has seen more than 300 lithium battery fires in the past 3 years. The Ministry of Environment is drafting related guidelines, which are expected to be released in the 1st quarter of next year, and will launch lithium battery recycling management. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706812https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706812Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:35:22 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAffected by concerns over AI investment and foreign investors selling shares and remitting funds out, the NT dollar plunged more than 2.3 jiao intraday to 32.714. The central bank relaxed restrictions on exporters selling foreign exchange and stepped in to adjust the currency market, and the NT dollar closed at 32.592. The Taiwan stock market fell below the 45000-point mark. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706807https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706807Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:34:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA統一7-ELEVEn獅隊 player 陳傑憲 attended the CPBL awards ceremony, having won 8 Best Nine awards in 10 years. This year he won his 2nd career batting title and his 6th Best Nine outfielder award, and hopes to win back the Golden Glove next year. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706808https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706808Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:32:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAJapanese media report that Taiwan and Japan are drafting a comprehensive trade agreement, which could be signed as early as the end of the year. The Executive Yuan's 經貿辦 did not respond to this, but stressed that deepening Taiwan-Japan economic and trade relations and expanding mutually beneficial cooperation are the government's direction of effort. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706809https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706809Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:32:16 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASinger MC HotDog (熱狗) was indicted by the 台北地檢署 for violating the Copyright Act, over allegations that the lyrics of his song "樓下的房客" plagiarized cartoonist 朱德庸's work "跳樓". 熱狗 issued a statement through his 唱片公司, saying he has taken the work down and apologized, and hoping to clarify the boundaries of creative work and intellectual property precedents for hip-hop creators. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706810https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706810Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:31:14 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA survey released by the Taiwan Foundation for Rare Disorders found 6 major gaps in long-term care services that fail to meet the needs of rare disease patients. The Ministry of Health and Welfare's 衛福部長照司 responded that Long-Term Care 3.0 has strengthened medical coordination and will pair with caregivers to provide assistance. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706711https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706711Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:27:12 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA香港今年前9個月犯罪案件逾半為詐騙案，其中電話詐騙佔近3成且多數來自海外。警方要求電信商顯示國碼並停用涉嫌詐騙號碼，同時計畫修法堵截實名制電話卡被轉賣給詐騙集團的漏洞。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706661https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706661Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:19:09 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan People's Party Kaohsiung city councilor candidate 林于凱 pointed out that among the 6 special municipalities, only Kaohsiung lacks a legal basis for medical subsidies for people with disabilities and the elderly. The Kaohsiung City Department of Health responded that the city government already provides different types of medical subsidies through the Social Affairs Bureau and the Health Bureau. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706662https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706662Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:17:05 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA耐特科技材料 is expected to be listed on Nov. 19. In line with the public underwriting before listing, it will hold a competitive auction starting Nov. 4, with a floor price of 62.5 per share. Benefiting from growth in semiconductor carriers and AI data center BBU applications, revenue in the first 9 months of this year reached 2.137 billion yuan, up 17.7% year on year. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706659https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706659Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:14:03 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA環境部與法務部跨域合作查緝環保犯罪，自112年8月至今累計查獲犯罪所得76億元、移送法辦2147人。環境部長彭啓明強調對環境犯罪零容忍，違法者將付出傾家蕩產的代價；法務部長鄭銘謙表示執法朝向預防追溯並重，並透過追討不法所得剝奪犯罪工具。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706660https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706660Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:09:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA帕蘭泰爾技術公司 CEO Karp said Japan can gain an edge in defense-only AI and wants to supply the Self-Defense Forces, adding that private companies need to control AI to protect intellectual property. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706644https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706644Mon, 02 Nov 2026 19:04:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中經院 announced that the October manufacturing PMI was 62.5%. Although it has expanded for 13 consecutive months, the pace has slowed. President 連賢明 noted that the AI boom is affected by shortages of key materials and market concerns, so its development is not smooth sailing; Google's earnings report shows cloud service providers are also facing challenges. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706643https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706643Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:58:56 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAfter 幣安 lost 6.3 billion US dollars to theft, the user withdrawal wave gradually eased after an initial surge, with net outflows accounting for 2.1% of platform assets, a share analysts consider moderate. 幣安 has raised 6 billion US dollars to cover the losses and partially restored withdrawal services, and the FBI has identified North Korean hackers as the perpetrators. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706582https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706582Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:57:54 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe ITF Taiwan International Travel Fair opens at Hall 1 of the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center from Nov. 6 to 9, with 1,600 booths. 台灣觀光協會 Chairperson Chien Yu-yen said attendance is expected to exceed 400,000. Operators have observed a K-shaped consumption trend and are adjusting their services in response to higher fuel surcharges and Japan's new tax refund system. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706513https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706513Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:55:52 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThai customs seized nearly 9,000 unregistered "weight-loss pen" injectors from a Chinese traveler smuggling them at Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport, with a market value of about 5.34 million baht. The man has been arrested. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706514https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706514Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:49:49 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA味全龍隊 import pitcher Jiang Han, a top contender this year for the pitching double crown and the MVP award, shaved his head to honor a promise to his teammates to win the championship, and chose to stay in Taiwan for the CPBL awards ceremony. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706515https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706515Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:48:47 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA國泰永續高股息 (00878) announced it will go ex-dividend on Nov. 17, with an estimated dividend of 1.25 yuan, a record high and the 4th consecutive quarterly increase. It has about 1.7115 million beneficiaries and assets of about 666.1 billion yuan, both ranking 3rd among Taiwan stock ETFs. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706516https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706516Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:46:45 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA正文科技 announced it has joined 3 optical communications standards organizations, including the LPO MSA, XPO MSA and Open CPX MSA, to expand its participation in the development of next-generation AI optical interconnect technology. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706509https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706509Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:45:43 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMultiple mass shootings occurred across the US over the Halloween weekend, leaving at least 6 dead and dozens injured, with most of the scenes in nightlife districts. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706510https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706510Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:43:41 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe United Arab Emirates' state-owned 阿布達比國家石油公司 (ADNOC) announced a partnership with OpenAI and will adopt the advanced AI platform OpenAI Frontier, becoming the world's first energy company to use the technology to assess value while oil is still buried underground. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706511https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706511Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:42:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA統一7-ELEVEn獅隊's Chen Chieh-hsien won the CPBL batting title, revealing that head coach Lin Yueh-ping helped him maintain his position through a strategy of carefully calculating at-bats, and thanked the coaching staff and his rivals. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706512https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706512Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:42:36 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMarkets focus on the US midterm elections, October jobs data and interest rate decisions in the UK, Australia and other countries; 幣安 had 6.3 billion US dollars stolen by hackers, and Bitcoin and Ether rebounded; 惠譽 downgraded France's outlook, putting pressure on the euro. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706507https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706507Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:42:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA曉劇場 celebrates its 20th anniversary, remounting "Underground Girl," a work absent for 12 years, with dual Taiwanese and Japanese casts, and combining live singing with electronic music to add a new sensory dimension. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706508https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706508Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:41:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA統一7-ELEVEn獅隊 catcher Chen Chung-yu has obtained free agent status, saying he will strive in a good direction, and thanked the team for nurturing him and coach Lin Yueh-ping for his help. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706489https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706489Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:39:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAt a Legislative Yuan public hearing, scholars and officials gave opinions on amending the Trade Act to tighten controls on AI chip exports to mainland China. Most experts support stronger export controls based on national security, industrial competitiveness and fulfilling commitments under the Taiwan-U.S. Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART), but some voices urged attention to the dual U.S. and China regulatory risks facing Taiwanese businesses and to the evidentiary threshold for expanding controls. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706490https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706490Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:38:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFor the first time in 20 years, the U.S. Coast Guard patrol cutter Bertholf arrived in Ho Chi Minh City for a friendly visit and conducted a joint maritime exercise with the Vietnam Coast Guard, symbolizing deepening U.S.-Vietnam military and law enforcement cooperation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706487https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706487Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:32:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 高雄市衛生局 announced a cluster of 2 confirmed local dengue fever cases at a hardware superstore in Siaogang District, and urged people who entered the store from Oct. 17 to Nov. 2 to get tested voluntarily. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706488https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706488Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:29:23 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA旺宏 Chairman Miin Wu said the memory shortage may continue until 2030 and that scarce capacity will be used for the best applications; he also affirmed Taiwan's semiconductor strengths and expressed reservations about the Terafab project involving Tesla and SpaceX. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706485https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706485Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:27:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA fire broke out in the afternoon at a tin-roofed factory on Yongfu Road in Xinwu District, Taoyuan City. Burning materials included conveyor belts, wood chips, coal powder and paper raw materials. The fire department sent 31 personnel and 11 vehicles to fight the fire. Fortunately no one was injured, and the cause of the fire is under investigation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706486https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20261102-18/index-en-p2.html#n3706486Mon, 02 Nov 2026 18:26:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNALegislative Yuan Finance Committee members Chen Yu-jen and Liu Shu-pin visited the 金門醫院 in Kinmen and called for tax exemption on retention bonuses for medical staff to keep talent. They also pledged to allocate NT$1 billion each year to the medical development fund, and affirmed the improved efficiency of Kinmen's medical evacuation mechanism.