[Survey on "triggers for consulting" about real estate investment] 26.5% of those not considering consultation say they "don't want to consult in the first place." The top trigger is "when I've saved up a down payment" at 16.7%; free responses include calls to "not pressure me into signing" and to "explain things logically"
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Propally株式会社 released the results of a survey of people interested in real estate investment but with no experience. 26.5% of those not considering consultation answered that they "don't want to consult in the first place," and the top trigger was "when I've saved up a down payment" at 16.7%. Free responses frequently included requests such as "don't pressure me into signing" and "explain things logically."
Celebrating Freddie Mercury <80th birth anniversary × 55th anniversary of QUEEN's formation>: Experience an overwhelmingly immersive QUEEN live show in cinemas! Memorial screenings of "Queen: Budapest" in remembrance of Freddie Mercury confirmed
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Timed to the anniversary of Freddie Mercury's death, special memorial screenings of the film "Queen: Budapest" will be held at theaters nationwide. It is scheduled for release in multiple formats from ソニーミュージック.
10 junior and senior high school teams take on the nation and the world with model rockets! "EPSILON CUP 2026 OSUMI-KIMOTSUKI supported by IHI Group" to be held Nov. 7 in Kimotsuki, Kagoshima Prefecture
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The Uchu Koshien rocket division Kagoshima tournament, "EPSILON CUP 2026 OSUMI-KIMOTSUKI," will be held on Nov. 7, 2026 in Kimotsuki, Kagoshima Prefecture, with 10 teams from 8 schools and organizations in Kagoshima and Miyazaki competing with model rockets.
Facts
10 junior and senior high school teams
Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026
8 schools and organizations in Kagoshima and Miyazaki Prefectures
Check the background of the work before adding more countermeasures. A guide with diagrams and worksheets for requesters and assignees is now available free of charge
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
リクエスト株式会社, a company engaged in research and educational development in organizational behavioral science, has released free of charge a practical guide, "Check the background of the work before adding more countermeasures," for requesters and assignees to check the background of the work together.
[Autumn Deal] Through Nov. 30, apply for the Initial Training for Care Workers online and the first 10 applicants at each school receive a 500 yen QUO card. Using the Education and Training Benefit, the actual out-of-pocket cost starts from 24,695 yen (tax included)
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株式会社アメイジュ is running its "Autumn Deal" campaign for the Initial Training for Care Workers from Nov. 1 to 30, 2026. The first 10 applicants at each school who apply online receive a 500 yen QUO card, and using the Education and Training Benefit brings the actual out-of-pocket cost to 24,695 yen (tax included).
Actually start a 2-cylinder engine on a wooden base. BLDB releases "H74," a working model that even shows water circulation
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
BLDB has begun selling the "H74," a model of a water-cooled 4-stroke 2-cylinder gasoline engine. With a displacement of 5 cc, it has a cooling system with a radiator tank and water pump, and is offered as a finished product with a wooden base. The price is 210,603 yen (tax included).
Training to learn the mindset and practical methods needed for high-quality interviewing
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
A report on an online training session held on Oct. 27 by 株式会社営業ハック to learn the mindset and practical methods for high-quality interviewing. About 40 participants used breakout rooms and trained their quick thinking and ability to draw out conversation through one-line advice exercises. The company's telemarketing outsourcing service "アポ100" and its sales training services were also introduced.
Facts
Date: Oct. 27 (Thu) 10:00-10:30
Participants: approx. 40 people
Cost: 0 yen
Has provided sales support to more than 100 companies
In April 2018, founded 株式会社営業ハック under the mission of "reducing sales worries to 0"
Has supported more than 200 sales professionals in total
[Winner of the 2026 Good Design Award] Achieving a pro's practice method with precision machining technology. Golf practice device "Impact Zone Trainer"
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The golf practice device "Impact Zone Trainer," developed and manufactured by 株式会社共進, has won the 2026 Good Design Award. Supervised by JLPGA tour pro Kaori Aoyama and using precision machining technology, it is designed so users can physically check wrist movement and club path.
A new town of 13 lots is born in the Gakuenmae area of Nara City! "Heartful Village Gakuenmae Kannodai" to hold town opening event on Nov. 7 and 8
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株式会社日本中央住販 will hold a town opening event on Nov. 7 and 8, 2026 for "Heartful Village Gakuenmae Kannodai," a new housing development of 13 lots in Kannodai, Nara City.
2-hour all-you-can-drink with draft beer for 300 yen (330 yen including tax)! "Hakata Taishu Sakaba Airashika Tamachi Keio-dori Branch" grand opening on Nov. 5, 2026 (Thu)
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The Hakata cuisine casual tavern "Airashika" opens in Shiba, Minato Ward, Tokyo on Nov. 5, 2026. In an opening commemorative campaign, a 2-hour all-you-can-drink with draft beer is 300 yen (330 yen including tax).
2-hour all-you-can-drink with draft beer for 300 yen (330 yen including tax)! "Hakata Taishu Sakaba Airashika Kobe Sannomiya Branch" grand opening on Nov. 5, 2026 (Thu)
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The Kobe Sannomiya branch of the Hakata casual tavern "Airashika," operated by 株式会社FS.shake, will hold its grand opening on Nov. 5, 2026. As an opening commemorative campaign, when specified conditions are met, a 2-hour all-you-can-drink with draft beer is 300 yen (330 yen including tax).
25 Ukrainian university students experience Japanese food culture at Iwata Sangyo's rice milling plant!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
On Oct. 23, 2026, 岩田産業 held an internship at its rice milling plant in Tosu, Saga Prefecture, for 25 university students visiting for training from リヴィウ工科大学 in Ukraine, including a tour of the rice milling process and experiences of Japanese food culture.
"Spot the Difference Picture Book" from Sun Sun Kids TV to go on sale on Nov. 6 (Fri)! Includes 136 questions in total for parents and children to enjoy <YouTube channel for families with more than 2.2 million subscribers and 3.7 billion total views>
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The new book "Sun Sun Kids TV's Spot the Difference Picture Book: Big Trouble in the Haunted House⁈" from the YouTube channel "Sun Sun Kids TV," operated by 株式会社aquwa, will go on sale on Nov. 6, 2026 from 株式会社朝日新聞出版. It includes 136 questions in total.
Happy PR to exhibit at the "7th Marketing Week -Osaka 2026-"! Proposing "PR Enablement," which leaves a company with its PR strategy and decision criteria [Building 2, KS3]
Additional reservations decided to commemorate the POP UP SHOP!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
To commemorate the POP UP SHOP, 株式会社デザインココ has decided to take additional pre-orders for the "Hatsune Miku "Magical Mirai 2026" Ver. 1/7 Scale Figure" and has opened reservations at the "COCO Store"。
[Case Study] [Housing and Real Estate Industry] After replacing an RPA tool, scout acceptances rose to more than 2 times. How 株式会社横尾材木店 maximized hiring results with the AI scouting tool "RecUp"
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株式会社Delight announced a case study of 株式会社横尾材木店, which adopted its AI scouting service "RecUp." By replacing an RPA tool, the company eliminated misdirected sends and increased scout acceptances to more than 2 times (from a monthly average of 4.75 to 9.6)。
[TechSuite株式会社] [Industry-Specific Survey Part 31] AI検索パートナーズ conducts a survey on AI search measures (LLMO/AIO/GEO/AEO) for choosing a contract research organization (CRO) for clinical trials | The top 2 companies tie at over 90% each
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
AI検索パートナーズ, operated by TechSuite株式会社, conducted a survey in which questions about choosing a CRO were put to ChatGPT, Google AI Overviews and Microsoft Copilot. The top 2 companies tied at over 90% each。
Facts
72 AI responses
Appearance rate of 90.3%
61.0% of total mentions
37 companies observed
Large foreign-affiliated CROs at 63.0%
Remained at 20.5%
Mid-sized domestic CROs at 35.9%
75.0% on Microsoft Copilot
8.3% on Google AI Overviews
CRO comparison and information media at 41.9%
Own websites of CROs and related companies at 35.4%
Companies mentioned：TechSuite株式会社、AI検索パートナーズ、ChatGPT、Google AI Overviews、Microsoft Copilot、Claude、Gemini、Perplexity、TFCO株式会社、バクヤスAI 記事代行
[Short drama app "BUMP"] 14 new titles for October 2026 begin streaming! A sequel to the hit series "Earn 30 Million!", plus revenge dramas, romantic suspense, youth romantic comedies and a wide variety of other works appear!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
emole株式会社 began streaming 14 new titles in October 2026 on the short drama app "BUMP." They include a sequel to the hit series "Earn 30 Million!" and works in a wide variety of genres, such as revenge dramas and romantic suspense。
A thunderously hot business nonfiction book, "Why Is Black Thunder the Best-Selling Chocolate in Japan?", goes on sale Nov. 3!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社東洋経済新報社 will publish "Why Is Black Thunder the Best-Selling Chocolate in Japan?" by Tatsunobu Kawai, president and CEO of Yuraku Confectionery, on Nov. 3, 2026。
[Free to attend, held Nov. 10] Toward coffee e-commerce that gets chosen by going beyond "aroma and taste can't be conveyed." A joint webinar by 4 e-commerce support companies
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社LeaguE is holding an online webinar on promotion strategy for coffee e-commerce on Nov. 10, 2026, co-hosted by 4 companies: 株式会社LeaguE, 株式会社Nint, 株式会社これから and AnyReach株式会社。
[ホテルプラザ神戸] A Christmas dinner colored with the flavors of Hyogo. Kobe beef pasta, and a luxurious dish of Japanese black beef fillet × foie gras.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The French-Italian restaurant "スマイリーネプチューン" at ホテルプラザ神戸, operated by 信和グループ and 信和ホテルズ株式会社, will offer a Christmas dinner course from Dec. 12 to 27, 2026. The regular price is 20,000 yen, but reservations made by Nov. 30 get it for 18,000 yen (10% off)。
Achieved an 89.4% first-round pass rate at Ritsumeikan University! Strong for Kansai's top private universities. Loohcs志塾関西エリア
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Loohcs志塾関西エリア achieved an 89.4% pass rate, with 17 of 19 students passing the first-round screening for Ritsumeikan University's 2027 academic year AO admissions。
日本広報教育センター's "PR Manager Training Course (PR Expert Coach)" becomes a cutting-edge "AI" course! AI fully supports the course, helping learners review efficiently, get questions answered instantly and retain what they learn! Service starts Nov. 3
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
日本広報教育センター, where Takehisa Inoue of 株式会社カレー総合研究所 serves as advisor, will begin online lectures on Nov. 3 for the "PR Manager Training Course (PR Expert Coach)" equipped with an AI assistant function。
Released Nov. 3 (Tue., holiday): Recording Studio for the Film 'Godzilla -0.0' Recognizes the Quietness of the "Kamomefan," a "Wind That Doesn't Disturb the Sound" That Supported the Making of the Work
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
The "Kamomefan" electric fan from 株式会社ドウシシャ was adopted at the recording studio for the film 'Godzilla -0.0', released Nov. 3, and was praised for its quietness and natural airflow.
[Aichi, Seto] This Christmas 🎄, Enjoy a Special Glamping Stay with Your Loved One. Sales Begin for the "Christmas Room 🎅," Limited to 2 Rooms per Day!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
ウッドデザインパーク株式会社 of Seto, Aichi Prefecture, will offer a limited-time lodging plan from Dec. 1 to 27, 2026, in which 2 rooms of its "Irodori" glamping tents are specially decorated for Christmas.
[阪神梅田本店] A solo exhibition by "Atsushi Harada," who expresses the beauty of wildlife living in harsh nature with compelling drawing skill, will be held.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
At the 阪神梅田本店 Art Gallery, a solo exhibition titled "Sei wo Musubu" by wildlife painter Atsushi Harada will be held from Nov. 4, 2026. About 20 new oil paintings depicting the beauty of wildlife living in harsh nature will be on display.
Held Again This Year! Advance Tickets Sold Out Instantly!! "Ryota Yamasato's 140: One Week in Tokyo"
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Advance tickets for Nankai Candies' Ryota Yamasato's solo talk live show "Ryota Yamasato's 140: One Week in Tokyo" sold out instantly, so additional sales have been decided with the release of equipment seats. New merchandise will also go on sale.
Webinar Held on the Theme 'Before Asking Generative AI, Can You Trust Your Aggregated Data?'
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
マジセミ株式会社 will hold a webinar on the theme of data reliability before adopting generative AI and making aggregation work more efficient. Hosted by NDIソリューションズ株式会社, it will include a demo of data preparation such as correcting notation variations and removing duplicates.
Webinar Held on the Theme 'Introducing ServiceNow Is Urgent, but the Implementation Period and Build Costs Are Barriers That Keep Us Stuck in the Consideration Stage'
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
マジセミ株式会社 held a webinar addressing the period and cost challenges of introducing ServiceNow, presenting SCSK株式会社's "SCSK Smart Pack for ITSM" and "SCSK BeSideYou."
Facts
About 7 months
As short as 3 months
Companies mentioned：マジセミ株式会社、ServiceNow、SCSK株式会社、SCSK Smart Pack for ITSM、SCSK BeSideYou
Webinar Held on the Theme '[Rebroadcast] Will Operations Keep Running Even If the Key IT Department Staff Quit?'
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
マジセミ株式会社, co-hosted with PFU, will hold a webinar to eliminate the risk of operational stagnation caused by staff shortages in IT departments and dependence on individual personnel.
Webinar Held on the Theme '[Rebroadcast] [For Resellers] Demand for Backup Tamper Prevention Is Growing as Ransomware Countermeasure. How Can We Reduce the Effort of Design and Selection?'
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
マジセミ株式会社 will hold a webinar explaining the growing demand for backup tamper prevention in ransomware countermeasures and solutions that reduce the effort of design and selection.
Facts
Sales begin April 1
3-12 Kioicho
Companies mentioned：マジセミ株式会社、SB C&S株式会社、arcserve Japan 合同会社
Webinar Held on the Theme 'AI-Driven Development: How Do We Ensure Quality When Moving from PoC to Productization?'
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
マジセミ株式会社 will hold a webinar on ensuring quality when moving from PoC to productization in AI-driven development. Hosted by バルテス・ソリューションズ＆AI株式会社 and バルテス・イノベーションズ株式会社, with マジセミ participating as a cooperating party, it will explain key points in design, review, and testing.
Webinar Held on the Theme '[Is Antivirus Alone Enough?] With Cyberattacks on the Rise, Starting EDR Countermeasures Now'
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
マジセミ株式会社 will hold a webinar urging a review of security measures, with an eye on the SCS evaluation system and the need for EDR countermeasures, in response to successive cyberattacks. The seminar will introduce comprehensive support from EDR deployment to 24/365 operation through the CSS MDR service.
アスメック株式会社 began handling the 'GMSL2™ Repeater' from oToBrite社 on Oct. 30, a repeater that regenerates GMSL2 signals and extends the transmission distance to 30m.
Youth Democracy Homecoming Train Fundraiser Hits Goal Early; Plans to Add Routes and Outlying Island Subsidies
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 2026 Youth Democracy Homecoming Train fundraiser, organized by 台灣青年民主協會 (青民協) together with several student groups, reached its first-stage goal of NT$450,000 ahead of schedule. A second-stage fundraiser of NT$800,000 will begin, with plans to add routes and provide transportation subsidies for outlying islands.
Facts
Ticket price of NT$128
Fundraising goal of NT$450,000
Second stage: NT$800,000
Before the fundraiser closes on Nov. 21
Companies mentioned：中央社、台灣青年民主協會、青民協、台灣學生聯合會、台灣青年思潮協會、flying V
Ma Xingrui's Former Chief of Staff Guo Yonghang Expelled from Party and Public Office; Accused of Receiving Free High-End Medical Services
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
China's Central Commission for Discipline Inspection and National Supervisory Commission announced that Guo Yonghang, former vice chairman of the Guangdong Provincial Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, has been subjected to a "double expulsion" (from the party and from public office). He is accused of receiving free high-end medical services from a 私營企業 and of trading power for money. Guo Yonghang formerly served as secretary to Ma Xingrui, who was also subjected to a double expulsion in July this year.
Facts
Announced on the 2nd
Announced in March this year
Guo Yonghang is 61 years old this year
During his time governing Shenzhen from 2015 to 2016
Ma Xingrui was also subjected to a double expulsion in July this year
Cho Jung-tai: With 輝達 Headquarters Settling in Taipei City, Central Government Gives Full Assistance Without Considering Party Affiliation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Premier Cho Jung-tai said that with the 輝達 corporate headquarters settling in Taipei City, the government is giving full assistance on three fronts: budget, legislation and politics. It is only considering keeping major tech companies in Taiwan, not party affiliation.
Facts
Between 2021 and 2022
Supplementary budget bill to the 115 fiscal year central government general budget
勞動力發展署中彰投分署 will hold its annual warm market, "2026 Diverse Creativity Good Things GO," on Nov. 7 at the Taichung Station Railway Cultural Park. It will bring together 50 empowerment units, sheltered workshops and startup shops to exhibit and sell products, supporting employment for disadvantaged groups.
He Lifeng: Hong Kong Should Use Its Strengths to "Serve China's Needs" and Deeply Align with the 15th Five-Year Plan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Chinese State Council Vice Premier He Lifeng, in a video address to the International Financial Leaders Investment Summit, called on Hong Kong to deeply align with the "15th Five-Year Plan" and the development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, using its strengths to serve China's needs. Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee noted that Hong Kong ranked first globally in IPO fundraising in 2025 and maintains its status as an offshore renminbi business hub.
206th Brigade Female Second Lieutenant Fall Case: Wellington Koo Says Mental Health Counseling Capacity Will Be Strengthened
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Defense Minister Wellington Koo said regarding the fall of a female second lieutenant of the Army's 206th Brigade that the legal and disciplinary investigation was completed on Oct. 26, and that mental health counseling capacity will be strengthened, with 40 counselors hired this year and 17 to be brought on next year. Publishing the report requires the family's consent.
After China Securities Regulatory Commission Announces Measures to Stabilize Stock Market, A-Share Three Major Indexes Weaken After Opening
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
After 中國證監會 announced measures to stabilize the stock market, the three major A-share indexes weakened after the open. The Shanghai Composite, Shenzhen Component, ChiNext and STAR 50 indexes all fell, with multiple sectors posting the biggest declines.
US Military Secretly Strikes Iran's Qeshm Island, Deliberately Keeps Low Profile to Avoid Full-Scale War
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A US official said the US military secretly struck Iran's Qeshm Island as one of several limited strikes in recent weeks. The US side deliberately kept a low profile to avoid full-scale war, while Trump downplayed the possibility of war.
Facts
(中央社 Washington, compiled from foreign wire reports on the 2nd)
Cho Jung-tai: Appropriations for 中油 and 台電 Are Extremely Important; Hopes Legislative Yuan Will Keep the Common People in Mind
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Premier Cho Jung-tai said that the appropriations for 中油 and 台電 in the supplementary budget bill to the 115 fiscal year general budget are extremely important. He hopes the Legislative Yuan will keep the common people in mind and stabilize oil and electricity to maintain living costs.
China Invites Taiwan to APEC Summit by Email; Cho Jung-tai Hopes for Equal Treatment
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
China sent an informal APEC invitation by email, which has been criticized as belittling Taiwan. Premier Cho Jung-tai said he hopes the Chinese side will follow international practice and grant equal treatment so that Taiwan can attend the meeting on an equal and dignified basis.
Woman Suspected of Falling Victim to Fake Investment Scam; Penghu Police and Bank Prevent Loss of NT$1.5 Million
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A woman in Penghu County, suspected of falling victim to a fake investment scam, was about to wire NT$1.5 million. After a report from First Commercial Bank and verification by Penghu police on site, the fraud was successfully prevented. As of the 2nd this year, Penghu police have intercepted 45 fraud cases, with amounts exceeding NT$13.82 million.
Woman Suspected of Falling Victim to Fake Investment Scam; Penghu Police and Bank Prevent Loss of NT$1.5 Million
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A woman in Penghu County, suspected of falling victim to a fake investment scam, was about to wire NT$1.5 million to a bank when the fraud was successfully prevented after a report from First Commercial Bank and verification by police. As of the 2nd this year, Penghu police have intercepted 45 fraud cases, with amounts exceeding NT$13.82 million.
Swimming Coach Suspected of Sexually Assaulting Students and Distributing Sexual Images; Chiayi Prosecutors Indict and Seek 15 Years
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A swimming coach surnamed Lin at an elementary school in Chiayi County is accused of sexual intercourse and indecent acts against multiple minor students, and of using AI technology to fabricate false sexual images and coercing the filming and distribution of sexual images. Chiayi prosecutors concluded the investigation and indicted him, seeking a heavier sentence of 15 years or more.
University 3 Admission Channels Brochures Announced; Electronic Cheating on GSAT Affects Placement Admission
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
大學招生委員會聯合會 announced the brochures for the 3 admission channels for academic year 116, with heavier penalties for electronic cheating. Candidates whose exam eligibility is canceled for cheating will be barred from Star Plan recommendation, application admission and placement admission that counts GSAT scores.
6 PLA Navy Ships and 31 PLA Aircraft Harass Taiwan; Military Closely Monitors
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Ministry of National Defense released PLA aircraft and ship activity. From 6 a.m. yesterday to 6 a.m. today, it detected 6 PLA Navy ships, 6 official ships and 31 sorties of PLA aircraft intruding into the central, southwest and eastern airspace. The military used mission aircraft, ships and shore-based missile systems to closely monitor and respond.
Multinational Force for Ukraine to Hold First Exercise in Poland, Preparing for Deployment After a Ukraine Ceasefire
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Multinational Force Ukraine (MNF-U), led by Britain and France, will hold its first joint exercise in Poland in November to test rapid post-war deployment capabilities. The exercise involves no offensive missions, and deployment will occur only after a ceasefire agreement is reached. Participants include 10 European countries such as Belgium and Germany, plus a maritime simulation by Türkiye.
UK Cybersecurity Agency Warns Critical Infrastructure May Become AI Cyberattack Target; China Threat Draws Attention
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
英國國家網路安全中心（NCSC） warns that critical infrastructure may become a target of AI-enabled cyberattacks, and says China may be the country most capable of launching such operations.
Cho Jung-tai Hopes Legislature Will Quickly Pass Supplementary Budget to Jointly Care for People's Livelihood and Protect the Vulnerable
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Premier Cho Jung-tai went to the Legislative Yuan to report on the supplementary budget for the 115th-year central government general budget. Additional expenditures total 607.6 billion yuan, covering six major areas including livelihood stability amid the Middle East conflict, a capital increase for CPC Corporation, higher social welfare allowances, and defense weapons procurement and manufacturing. He urged lawmakers across party lines to review and pass it quickly.
Facts
Additional expenditure of NT$607.6 billion
Additional revenue of 82.8 billion yen
Debt principal repayment increased by 34.5 billion yen
Revenue increased by 602 billion yen
Expenditure cut by 48 billion yen
Borrowing is still 90.7 billion yuan lower than in the original budget proposal
The revenue-expenditure shortfall is cut even more sharply, by 125.2 billion yuan
187.5 billion yuan is budgeted for livelihood stability measures in response to the Middle East conflict
A capital increase of 233.8 billion yuan is therefore provided
21.5 billion yuan is budgeted for the required funds
The senior farmer allowance is raised from 8,110 yuan to 10,000 yuan
The increase is based on the principle of 23.5%
Those whose minimum payment is below 5,000 yuan will be raised to 5,000 yuan
145.7 billion yuan is budgeted for weapons procurement and manufacturing to improve defense combat capability and for combat unit allowance needs
Ahead of US Midterm Elections, Los Angeles Mobile Voting Sites Resemble One-Day Pop-Up Shops
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Ahead of the US midterm elections, Los Angeles County has converted large trailers into mobile voting stations that tour various locations to encourage voter turnout. The program began in 2020 and combines medical institutions and community organizations to provide convenient voting services. Statistics show that Los Angeles County voters rely heavily on mail-in voting.
Facts
US midterm elections to be held on the 3rd
Touring and setting up stalls at various locations in the 10 days before the election
Service hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Mobile Vote Center Program began in 2020
Although the US midterm elections are scheduled for Nov. 3
Los Angeles County opened the first batch of 123 voting sites starting Oct. 24
Opened the first batch of 123 voting sites
By Oct. 31
All 646 voting sites countywide were fully open
Turnout in the 2022 midterm elections was 43.65%
About 2.46 million people voted
Turnout in the 2024 presidential election reached 66.12%
Taiwan Stocks Fall More Than 700 Points in Early Trading; 台積電 Drops 30 Yuan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan stocks opened lower and fell more than 700 points in early trading, hitting a low of 44152 points before the decline narrowed. 台積電, the market's heaviest-weighted stock, fell 30 yuan to 2300 yuan; heavyweights such as 鴻海, 聯發科, 台達電 and 廣達 also weakened. The electronics sector index fell 1.2%, and the OTC index fell more than 2%.
NT Dollar Opens 1.8 Fen Weaker; Falls More Than 1 Jiao to 32.7 in Early Trading
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
In the Taipei foreign exchange market, the New Taiwan dollar opened at 32.61 against the US dollar, down 1.8 fen, and fell more than 1 jiao to 32.7 in early trading.
Taiwan-Brazil Art Exhibition Opens at Fu Jen Catholic University, Showcasing Paintings, Ceramics and Textiles
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Taiwan-Brazil international collaborative art exhibition "Spiritual Light Across the Ocean" opened on the 1st at 輔仁大學, gathering 41 artists to show 60 works and presenting the results of diverse cultural exchange.
Supermarket Fridges in 7 European Countries Hacked: Attack Methods and Culprits at a Glance
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Supermarket fridges in 7 European countries were remotely controlled by hackers, causing abnormal temperature rises and forcing operators to discard spoiled goods. The EU condemned this as deliberate sabotage of the food supply chain. The culprits have not yet been confirmed, but it is speculated that state-linked actors or lone hackers may be involved.
North Korea Test-Fires Strategic Cruise Missile, Claims It Can Flatten 5 to 6 Hectares
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
North Korean state media reported the test launch of a strategic cruise missile carrying a medium-sized cluster bomb warhead, claiming it can reduce a target area of 5 to 6 hectares to ashes. The move came after a landmine explosion on the inter-Korean border, as tensions rise.
Former Director of the CCP Policy Research Office Jiang Jinquan Absent from NPC Standing Committee Sessions Again and Again
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Jiang Jinquan, the Chinese Communist Party's former chief brain trust and former director of the Central Policy Research Office, has been absent from successive sessions of the National People's Congress Standing Committee in recent months.
Italy's 20-Year-Old Driver Antonelli Becomes Youngest World Champion in F1 History
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Italy's 20-year-old driver Antonelli finished 3rd at the F1 Mexican Grand Prix to clinch the season's world championship early, becoming the youngest champion in F1 history and the first Italian champion since 1953.
Facts
Italy's 20-year-old driver
finished 3rd
no Italian world champion had been produced in 73 years
German Officials' iPhones Suspected of Spyware Attack, Government Launches Investigation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The iPhones of several German members of parliament are suspected of having been hit by spyware attacks. The federal government confirmed that some politicians received security warnings from 蘋果公司 and an investigation is now under way.
US Tech Stocks Slump, Taiex Futures Night Session Falls 917 Points; Institutional Investors: Taiwan Stocks Face Downside Pressure
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Amid the US midterm elections and worries over the AI outlook, major US stock indexes closed lower and the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index plunged; the Taiex futures night session dropped 917 points to 44310 points. Institutional investors said Taiwan stocks face downside pressure. 蘋果's quarterly revenue beat expectations, and the market is watching its impact on Taiwan's supply chain.
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dropped 917 points
to 44310 points
the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index plunged 3.37%
輝達 fell 1.26%
台積電 ADR fell 1.85%
The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 213.67 points
Kinmen Defense Command Holds Early-Morning Taiwu Drill, Armored Vehicles and Artillery Conduct Live-Fire Against Sea and Air Targets
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Kinmen Defense Command held an early-morning Taiwu drill, using armored vehicles and various artillery pieces to conduct live-fire shooting at sea and air targets in order to strengthen reliable combat strength and rapid response capability.
Czech Court Acquits Yang Yiming in Espionage Case and Releases Them in Court; Prosecutors Appeal
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A Prague city court in the Czech Republic acquitted Chinese journalist Yang Yiming in an espionage case and released them in court, finding that the evidence was insufficient to prove an intent to endanger Czech national security; prosecutors have appealed the acquittal and objected to the release decision.
Northeast Monsoon Impact: Wu Der-rong Says Greater Taipei and Eastern Half Will See Rain
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Affected by the northeast monsoon, Greater Taipei and the eastern half of the island will see localized brief rain. The 中央氣象署 has issued heavy rain advisories for New Taipei, Yilan, Hualien and Taitung; Typhoon Hinnamnor is gradually turning north and weakening as it transforms.
US Official: US-Russia-Ukraine Talks in Abu Dhabi on the 10th to Focus on Ending the War and Other Issues
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A US official disclosed that the US, Russia and Ukraine will hold talks in Abu Dhabi from the 10th to the 11th, focusing on ending the war, post-war security arrangements and de-escalation. Trump's envoy Witkoff and son-in-law Kushner will attend on behalf of the US, after the US held working-level meetings with representatives of the EU and NATO.
FBI Accuses North Korea of Stealing 6 Billion US Dollars from 幣安; Kim Yo Jong Slams Political Provocation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The FBI accuses North Korean hacker group TraderTraitor of stealing 6 billion US dollars from 幣安, and North Korea's Kim Yo Jong strongly condemned it as political provocation; Trump questioned the accusation and said he is not sure North Korea was responsible.
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stealing 6 billion US dollars in assets from cryptocurrency exchange 幣安
stealing 1.5 billion US dollars' worth from cryptocurrency exchange Bybit
iPhone Price Hikes, Yet Earnings Still Strong; CEO Ternus Faces Cost Test Ahead
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
蘋果公司 reported last quarter's earnings, with revenue of 114.48 billion US dollars beating expectations, but rising chip and memory costs forced price increases on flagship products such as the iPhone. New CEO Ternus said the company raised prices "reluctantly" and is optimistic about future operations.
Chiang Wan-an and Li Szu-chuan hold joint rally, hope voters back people who get things done
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an and Kuomintang New Taipei mayoral candidate Li Szu-chuan appeared together at a campaign rally at 大直典華飯店. Chiang cited accomplishments during his term, including demolishing the Gongguan traffic circle, promoting urban renewal and reducing debt by 40 billion yuan, while Li urged voters to support people who get things done.
ガイアファンディング株式会社 had a bankruptcy petition filed by a creditor on July 15 and received a bankruptcy commencement order on Oct. 14. Liabilities are about 6.04535 billion yen.
株式会社いちのや (formerly 株式会社本塁打) received a bankruptcy commencement order from the Tokyo District Court on Sept. 30. Operating "Nori-ben Ichinoya," it had reported annual sales of about 641 million yen and 28 stores, including directly operated and franchise locations, in the fiscal year ended May 2024, but its cash flow worsened due to the burden of store-opening funds, rising costs, and intensifying competition. It came under the umbrella of a rice wholesaler in September 2024, but sales fell to about 614 million yen in the fiscal year ended May 2025, and it had closed its Yasukuni-dori main store on July 31, 2026. Liabilities are currently under investigation.
Facts
It had reported annual sales of about 641 million yen in the fiscal year ended May 2024
Annual sales for the fiscal year ended May 2025 fell to about 614 million yen
It had opened 28 stores, including directly operated and franchise stores
On Sept. 30, it received a bankruptcy commencement order from the Tokyo District Court
It was established in May 2021 (Reiwa 3)
The creditor claim filing period runs until Oct. 28
It closed its flagship Yasukuni-dori main store on July 31, 2026
日本トイザらス株式会社 filed for application of the Civil Rehabilitation Act with the Tokyo District Court on Oct. 1 and received a rehabilitation proceedings commencement order on Oct. 6. Its liabilities total about 13.2 billion yen (about 1,100 creditors), making it the largest bankruptcy ever among toy retailers. The company has concluded a business transfer agreement with Pan Pacific International Holdings, which operates ドン・キホーテ, and Operation Shared Services, and will continue operating with DIP financing from 三菱UFJ銀行. The deadline for submitting the rehabilitation plan is Jan. 13, 2027.
Facts
日本トイザらス（株）(capital: 10 million yen
Liabilities are about 13.2 billion yen against about 1,100 creditors
In the fiscal year ended January 2007, it posted annual sales of about 194.364 billion yen
Annual sales for the fiscal year ended December 2025 (fiscal year-end changed) came to only about 75.211 billion yen
It had posted losses for 8 consecutive terms at the net income level
The filing attorneys are attorney 仁瓶善太郎 and 15 others
株式会社絆ホールディングス and 4 other companies were ordered by 大阪市 to return about 11 billion yen for fraudulent receipt of the employment transition support system additional payment, and had their designations revoked. In response, the petition to commence rehabilitation proceedings was dismissed by the Osaka District Court, and a preservation administration order was issued. Total liabilities of the 5 companies amount to about 28.9 billion yen.
On Oct. 1, 日本トイザらス株式会社 filed for application of the Civil Rehabilitation Act with the Tokyo District Court, with liabilities of about 13.2 billion yen, the largest toy retailer bankruptcy ever. The business will be transferred to Pan Pacific International Holdings and will continue operating through DIP financing from 三菱UFJ銀行.
Facts
Capital: 10 million yen
Annual sales of about 194.364 billion yen
Annual sales of about 75.211 billion yen
Losses for 8 consecutive terms
About 1,100 creditors
Liabilities are about 13.2 billion yen against about 1,100 creditors
株式会社メディトランセ received a bankruptcy commencement order from the Tokyo District Court on Sept. 9. The company had been engaged in medical specimen transport and PCR testing, but lost credibility after being ordered by 東京都 to return about 1.3 billion yen for fraudulent receipt of subsidies. The amount of liabilities is under investigation.
株式会社Hatch Out and its affiliate （株）八建設 received a bankruptcy commencement order from the Osaka District Court on Aug. 31. Total liabilities are about 10.89535 billion yen.
株式会社パークエンジニア and its affiliate （株）カーパークレント filed for voluntary bankruptcy with the Osaka District Court due to worsening cash flow and received a bankruptcy commencement order. Total liabilities are about 3.51794 billion yen.
株式会社FUTURO (formerly Xクリエーション) was petitioned into bankruptcy by a creditor amid worsening cash flow and trouble with business partners, and received a bankruptcy commencement order from the Tokyo District Court on Sept. 2. Its liabilities are currently under investigation.
宗教法人多田神社 filed for application of the Civil Rehabilitation Act with the Kobe District Court by Aug. 24 and received a supervision order. Its liabilities are currently under investigation.
株式会社六石ゴルフ倶楽部 filed for application of the Civil Rehabilitation Act with the Tokyo District Court on Sept. 1, citing liabilities of about 5.6 billion yen, and received a preservation order. It aims to rebuild with support from Resol Holdings.
3 companies, 株式会社オッドナンバー, （株）イグニス and パルス(株), filed for voluntary bankruptcy with the Tokyo District Court on Aug. 4 and received commencement orders on the 5th. Combined liabilities are about 29.7 billion yen, caused by the end of each company's main business and insolvency.
Facts
Capital of 1 million yen
Capital of 100 million yen
Capital of 1.05 million yen
On Aug. 4
On the 5th of the same month
Established in March 2022 (Reiwa 4)
From 2024, operated by the company
Developed and operated since 2023
In 2024, a smartphone game app likewise
As of the December 2024 fiscal period
Insolvency reached about 9.6 billion yen as of the December 2024 fiscal period
ヒプノシスマイク -Dream Rap Battle- ended service in September 2025
In April 2026, it announced that it had fallen into a situation where "healthy management capable of continuing the service is impossible," and
ended the service in June of the same year
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Founded in May 2010 (Heisei 22)
Reorganized as a corporation in February 2021 (Reiwa 3)
Established in November 2016 (Heisei 28)
To about 153 creditors
About 10.72767 billion yen
To about 65 creditors
About 5.02492 billion yen
To about 172 creditors
About 13.98606 billion yen
About 29.73865 billion yen in total for the 3 companies
カフカ株式会社 received a bankruptcy commencement order from the Nagoya District Court on July 21, posting a net loss and ceasing business with liabilities of about 6.045 billion yen owed to about 110 creditors.
菱秋木材株式会社 (Noshiro) received a bankruptcy commencement order from the Akita District Court on July 14. It ceased business by July 31, 2025, and its liabilities are about 2.98 billion yen.
Amid a shrinking publishing market and rising costs that hurt its performance, 株式会社文學の森 halted operations by May 1 and began preparing to file for bankruptcy. Its liabilities are approx. 200 million yen.