Preorders open for “D'ICON D'FESTA THE ORIGIN,” featuring G-DRAGON, BTS, Stray Kids and CORTIS
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D'PARTMENT, operated by 株式会社BookLive, began accepting preorders on Nov. 4, 2026, for “D'ICON D'FESTA THE ORIGIN,” the official commemorative photo book for “D'FESTA THE ORIGIN,” an event organized by Korean media outlet Dispatch. Featuring 4 acts—G-DRAGON, BTS, Stray Kids and CORTIS—it will be sold exclusively online with Japan-only bonuses.
<グランドセイコー> Evolution 9 Collection Spring Drive U.F.A. Ushio 300 Diver wins the “Sports Watch” award at the 2026 Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève.
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セイコーウオッチ株式会社’s グランドセイコー “Evolution 9 Collection Spring Drive U.F.A. Ushio 300 Diver” wins the “Sports Watch” award at the 2026 Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève.
Limited-edition items featuring San-X’s popular character Mamegoma arrive at サンキューマート! All items are ¥390 (¥429 including tax), on sale from mid-December
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サンキューマート, the shop operated by エルソニック株式会社, will release limited-edition items featuring San-X character Mamegoma from mid-December. All items are priced at ¥390 (¥429 including tax), with advance reservations opening on the official online shop on Nov. 10.
To mark the launch of its new product Marumaru Kinako Mochi, チロルチョコ株式会社 will release a web commercial starring actress Riko, comprising 6 episodes, from Nov. 9.
Facts
Original1話10秒
Mon., Nov. 9
6 episodes in total
¥216 (suggested retail price, including tax)
Companies mentioned:チロルチョコ株式会社、株式会社ContentAge、株式会社TYO、WHOAREYOU、WHITE Co.、mugico.、Nordla Inc.
“Dragon Quest Monsters 4: Bianca and Flora of the Withered Tree Kingdom” launch celebration: “Dragon Quest Island Winter Carnival 2026” to be held from Tuesday, Nov. 17
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To mark the release of “Dragon Quest Monsters 4,” 株式会社ニジゲンノモリ will hold “Dragon Quest Island Winter Carnival 2026” at PASONA SQUARE from Nov. 17.
OEG to hold seminar on improving reliability in the space, aviation and defense sectors
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OKIエンジニアリング (OEG) will hold the “31st OEG Seminar” on Nov. 13, 2026, featuring 7 lectures by JAXA and the company’s engineers on improving reliability in the space, aviation and defense sectors.
Second cast announcement for “The Sequel to Portopia Serial Murder Case: The Burial of Oblivion,” created and directed by Yuji Horii! Yuko Natsuyoshi will play Yukiko Hirata. Characters and cast for “Investigation File: Yukiko Hirata” revealed for the first time!
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株式会社ジー・モード announced that Yuko Natsuyoshi will play Yukiko Hirata in the second cast announcement for “The Sequel to Portopia Serial Murder Case: The Burial of Oblivion.” It also set March 4, 2027, as the release date for the “Hokkaido Serial Murder: The Okhotsk Disappearance ~Memories of Drift Ice and the Tears of the Nipopo Doll~ BEST PRICE Edition” and opened preorders.
The 7-member idol group FRUITS ZIPPER announced at a fan-club-exclusive live show on Nov. 8, 2026, that cumulative shipments of its 5th single CD, “Power of Love / Sensation,” had surpassed 1 million copies, marking its first million-seller. The group also reported that its YouTube channel had surpassed 1 million subscribers.
Facts
Cumulative shipments surpass 1 million copies
YouTube channel surpasses 1 million subscribers
First time in about 3 years and 9 months for a domestic female artist
Companies mentioned:アソビシステム株式会社、FRUITS ZIPPER、KAWAII LAB.、日本レコード大賞、NHK、MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026
KLab株式会社 announced that Tsukimado Romi, a first-generation member of VTuber agency ゆめかいろプロダクション, has released a music video for her original song “Hello, Beautiful world.”
【Nov. 21 and 22 at DMM’s Roppongi headquarters】NIJIN Education Expo 2026 announces finals for 4 contests. Audience votes will support children’s passions
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株式会社NIJIN announced the finals lineup for 4 contests—performance, art and design, programming, and educator pitches—at “NIJIN Education Expo 2026,” to be held on Nov. 21 and 22, 2026, at DMM’s Roppongi headquarters and in a metaverse space.
Facts
Original2026年11月21日(土)・22日(日)
9 groups that advanced through the preliminaries are scheduled to perform
Entries were received from 30 elementary, junior high and high school students in Japan and overseas
10 works that passed the preliminary video and data screening
Theme: “5 minutes for ‘what you love’ to turn into applause.”
5 finalists who advanced through the preliminaries will take the stage
“V Trip,” a travel booking site for Sumitomo Mitsui Card and V members, launches a Black Friday sale offering up to 45% off participating hotels
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三井住友カード株式会社 announced that it will launch a Black Friday sale on Nov. 9, 2026, on “V Trip,” a members-only travel site operated by Hopper, Inc. (HTS), offering up to 45% off bookings at participating hotels.
【BS Nippon TV】“The Asagaya Sisters Explore Local Supermarkets Across Japan” Take a peek inside a local supermarket and discover the region’s food, lifestyle and people! The ultimate community-focused documentary variety show!
Online “Mochikomi online” event for aspiring manga artists, where they can submit their work to editors from anywhere in Japan, to hold its 13th edition on Saturday, December 5
New illustrated “Stand Dolce” merchandise from the TV anime “WIND BREAKER” coming soon!
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株式会社ティームエンタテインメント announced that it will release original merchandise featuring newly drawn illustrations themed around “Stand Dolce” from the TV anime “WIND BREAKER” in late February 2027.
New illustrated “Rose collection” merchandise from the TV anime “Ace of the Diamond actⅡ -Second Season-” coming soon!
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株式会社ティームエンタテインメント, a subsidiary of 株式会社エディア, announced that it will release newly illustrated merchandise themed around “Rose collection” from the TV anime “Ace of the Diamond actⅡ -Second Season-” in late February 2027.
【AMERICAN HOLIC】New “Mickey & Friends” items arrive! A special collection filled with Christmas spirit goes on sale Friday, November 13
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AMERICAN HOLIC, a brand operated by 株式会社ストライプインターナショナル, will release new items from its Disney collection “Mickey & Friends” starting November 13, 2026.
Facts
Nov. 13, 2026
11 styles in all
¥6,990
¥3,990
¥4,990
Companies mentioned:株式会社ストライプインターナショナル、AMERICAN HOLIC、STRIPE CLUB、ZOZOTOWN、ウォルト・ディズニー・ジャパン株式会社、株式会社 foundation
Exclusive live stream of the stage production “The Wizard’s Promise” 5th Anniversary Celebration Orchestra Concert to air on Niconico Live
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The stage production “The Wizard’s Promise” 5th Anniversary Celebration Orchestra Concert will be streamed exclusively live on Niconico Live on December 5 and 6. Tickets are 3,800 yen each, before tax, and time-shift viewing will also be available.
【高島屋 Online Store】This year’s “Black Friday” begins at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, November 18! Early access sales for Takashimaya app members only let you buy great deals ahead of time!
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高島屋 Online Store will hold its “Black Friday” sale starting at 10 a.m. on November 18, 2026, with early access sales exclusively for Takashimaya app members and free-shipping coupons.
株式会社コスパ plans to release a high-quality Japanese-made sukajan jacket embroidered with an image of Nina Iseri from the TV anime “Girls Band Cry” under its “COSPA Essentials” line. The price is 59,400 yen, including tax, and the jacket is slated for release in late April 2027. Standard preorders are open through November 29, 2026.
Facts
Price: 59,400 yen (tax included)
Scheduled for release in late April 2027
【Standard preorder period】Through Sunday, November 29, 2026
Furunavi has begun accepting donations for a crowdfunding project by Shimotsuma City, Ibaraki Prefecture, to restore the cherry trees at Sunuma.
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ふるなび, a hometown tax donation site operated by 株式会社アイモバイル, has begun accepting donations for a crowdfunding project to restore the cherry trees at Sunuma in Shimotsuma, Ibaraki Prefecture.
Fumito Kawai and Yuina Enomoto to host Satsukore 2026AW on Nov. 22 (Sun.)!
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Fumito Kawai and Yuina Enomoto have been announced as MCs for the fashion event Satsukore 2026AW, to be held at Sapporo Convention Center on Nov. 22. Tickets are sold out, but a free livestream will be available on ミクチャ.
Facts
Surpassed 18 million users in Japan
Current monthly visits exceed 5 million
Marking its 25th edition
a star-studded lineup of more than 140 performers
A packed program of performances spanning approximately 5 hours
Approximately 2,430 audience members in total gathered at the venue from across the country
Seat A: 8,500 yen (tax included)
Companies mentioned:株式会社DONUTS、有限会社ズノーネットワークス、株式会社エリオ、株式会社ニライ、株式会社北のグルメ、サンタクリーム、らーめん G麺24×チルドラボ、チルドラボ、どないや、みかづき、焼肉割烹 はじめ、ABEMA、andGIRL、ミクチャ、Ray、Zipper、北海道放送株式会社、HBC、札幌テレビ放送株式会社、STV、北海道テレビ放送株式会社、HTB、株式会社テレビ北海道、TVh、北海道文化放送株式会社、UHB、株式会社FIT、アップティー、株式会社ノースマート、映画『ビリーと魔法のはじまり』、旭川理容美容専門学校、花王株式会社、株式会社エイチジェイ、株式会社Epi Group、株式会社カティグレイス、株式会社KIRINZ、株式会社Themiss、株式会社美少女図鑑、札幌ビューティーアート専門学校、札幌ベルエポック美容専門学校、4PLA、SAPPORO STREAM HOTEL、ジャンカラ、すすきのグランベルホテル、ホテルリリーフ札幌すすきの、さっぽろ地下街、さっぽろ東急百貨店、大丸札幌店、PIVOT CROSS、鶏から屋さとちゃん、井出庵、FRUITS CANDY FACTORY、K's Kitchen、日本博、北海道、札幌市、札幌商工会議所、株式会社 北海道新聞社、株式会社 FM NORTH WAVE、株式会社エフエム北海道、株式会社レバンガ北海道
Mariya Sekine and others consider “the self-responsibility theory of health”; TBSラジオ’s “Tokyo Business Hub Special Edition” to air on Nov. 23 (Mon., holiday)
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On Nov. 23, 2026, TBSラジオ will air the special program “Tokyo Business Hub Special Edition,” presented by 日本イーライリリー株式会社, exploring the self-responsibility theory of health and concerns about willpower from a medical perspective.
TV anime adaptation confirmed!!! “The Tale of How I Ate Monster Meat and Became King” takes the cover! Young Animal ZERO Dec. 1 issue goes on sale Nov. 9 (Mon.)!
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株式会社白泉社 will release the Dec. 1 issue of Young Animal ZERO on Nov. 9. The cover features “The Tale of How I Ate Monster Meat and Became King,” which has been confirmed for a TV anime adaptation, with the 2027 broadcast produced by WHITE FOX announced. An anime adaptation of “The Person I Like Likes Someone Else” has also been reported to begin in April 2027.
Facts
TV anime adaptation confirmed for 2027!!
On sale Nov. 9 (Mon.)
The latest comic volume, 3, is now on sale to popular acclaim
Voice comic featuring anime cast members Akari Kito, Fairouz Ai and others released! Volume 12 of “The Girl I Fell for in Okinawa Speaks Such a Strong Dialect It’s Too Hard” out today
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Volume 12 of “The Girl I Fell for in Okinawa Speaks Such a Strong Dialect It’s Too Hard” goes on sale from Shinchosha on Nov. 9, 2026. A voice comic featuring the TV anime cast and an online lottery campaign will also be available.
Boy’s love comedy “Misaki-kun Is Not a Capture Target” reaches its grand finale! Final volume 5 goes on sale today, with a voice comic featuring Yuko Natsuyoshi and Atsushi Abe also released
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The manga “Misaki-kun Is Not a Capture Target,” serialized on the web manga site くらげバンチ, concludes with its final volume, 5. It goes on sale from 新潮社 on Nov. 9, 2026, with a voice comic released to mark the occasion.
The curiosity of a solo traveler knows no bounds—! From sleeper trains to love hotels, discover new ways to enjoy hotels across Japan in the latest, volume 10 of the “Solo Hotel” comic series!
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The latest, volume 10 of the manga “Solo Hotel” will be released by 株式会社新潮社 on Nov. 9, 2026. Panels introducing the 50 hotels featured in the series will be displayed at bookstores nationwide.
Making waves across media! The latest, volume 4 of “My Pace and I,” an “overwhelmingly emo” manga about the everyday lives of middle schoolers, is out now after surpassing 200,000 copies in cumulative sales!
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The latest, volume 4 of the manga “My Pace and I” will be released by 新潮社 on Nov. 9. The series has surpassed 200,000 copies in cumulative circulation.
The first comic volume of “Monster Strike: Lucifer’s Degenerate Gourmet,” a gourmet manga spun off from the hugely popular smartphone game Monster Strike, goes on sale today!
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株式会社新潮社 will release volume 1 of “Monster Strike: Lucifer’s Degenerate Gourmet,” a gourmet manga spin-off of the smartphone game Monster Strike, on Nov. 9, 2026. The release will be accompanied by a first-print-run bonus, a game tie-in campaign and advertising at Ikebukuro Station.
Key visual and cast details revealed!! Official advance and FC advance ticket sales open at 12 p.m.!! “Baki THE GRAPPLER STAGE Gaiden: It Doesn’t Matter One Bit If Retsu Kaioh Is Reincarnated in Another World!!”
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The key visual and cast details for “Baki THE GRAPPLER STAGE Gaiden: It Doesn’t Matter One Bit If Retsu Kaioh Is Reincarnated in Another World!!” have been revealed. The show will run at Owlspot from March 19 to 22, 2027. Tickets are available through カンフェティ.
福岡PARCO’s last year brings a once-in-a-lifetime dream collaboration: Hey! PARCO × Hey! あんみつ姫 for one final showtime! The two-part entertainment event “Wonder Marble Tour in Tenjin” is coming!
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福岡PARCO has announced “Wonder Marble Tour in Tenjin,” a collaboration show with the theater troupe あんみつ姫, as the final event of its last year. The show will be staged in Fukuoka in February 2027 in 2 parts, with daytime and evening performances.
RIKAI to exhibit at “ResorTech EXPO 2026 in Okinawa,” showcasing 6 solution programs ranging from AI adoption to system modernization and security measures
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RIKAI株式会社 will exhibit at “ResorTech EXPO 2026 in Okinawa,” to be held at Okinawa Suntory Arena on Nov. 19 and 20, 2026. It will present 5 solutions and a Japan-Vietnam exchange program supporting AI adoption, legacy system modernization, security measures and more.
Details revealed for content included in the “Deluxe Edition” of “STRANGER THAN HEAVEN”; in-game items include the “WILDSIDE collaboration jumpsuit”
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株式会社セガ has announced details of the Deluxe Edition of STRANGER THAN HEAVEN, scheduled for release on Jan. 15, 2027. It includes collaboration outfits with 株式会社ヨウジヤマモト’s WILDSIDE and additional content.
Driver Management in the My Number Driver’s License Era: What Confirmation Methods Should Operation Managers and Safe-Driving Managers Know? Free Online Seminar on Dec. 10
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東海電子株式会社 will hold a free online seminar on Dec. 10, 2026, explaining driver management and confirmation methods in the My Number driver’s license era.
[Featured on TOKYO MX’s “Eejanai-ka Biz”] DataStalize, an AX talent development program devised by Kei Nishiumi, author of “Statistics Is the Strongest Science,” wins “approval” from Department Head Shibata
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DataStalize, an AX talent development program offered by 日本システムランド株式会社, was featured on TOKYO MX’s “Eejanai-ka Biz.” Its creator, Kei Nishiumi, appeared on the program and explained how to develop problem-solving skills through data utilization. The company will also exhibit at the 5th HR and Organizational Transformation Expo in the AI Era [Autumn], to be held at Makuhari Messe in November.
How Can Staff Shortages for Roll Calls and the Burden on Managers Be Addressed? Seminar on Using Remote and Automated Roll Calls—Free Online Seminar on Dec. 3
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東海電子株式会社 will hold a free online seminar on Dec. 3, 2026, for transportation operators, explaining how to use remote and automated roll calls.
That first glass tastes even better. Mostfun refreshes its glasses for serving draft beer
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株式会社Mostfun will switch to tumblers for serving draft beer starting Nov. 11, 2026, as part of its KANPAI Project to improve beer quality. On the same day, it will hold a campaign offering 1 free glass of draft beer to mark Mostfun Draft Beer Day, and is also moving ahead with the introduction of an in-house “Drink License.”
AI Reskill reports 3 months of results at the “Blooming DRIVE with MUIC 2026” presentation; inquiries from overseas AI companies rise about 3.6 times
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AIリスキル株式会社 reported on its 3-month initiative at the presentation for the co-creation accelerator program “Blooming DRIVE with MUIC 2026.” By concentrating resources on its generative AI media platform, AI Tool Gallery, the company increased inquiries from overseas AI companies by about 3.6 times. It has set its future business focus as “connecting companies that build AI with workplaces that want to use AI.”
[New Release] The “Ikkanbari Document Box” comfortably holds A4 documents; a bamboo document case showcasing the craft of applying 5 coats of persimmon tannin
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Taketora, a specialty store for tiger-striped bamboo operated by 株式会社山岸竹材店, has released a new Ikkanbari Document Box (Bunko), made using domestic bamboo, Tosa washi paper and the traditional persimmon tannin finish. Designed to hold A4 documents, the product combines the beauty of handcrafted work with practicality.
[Held in Shizuoka for 2 consecutive years!] Volunteers wanted to support the event! “Wonderful Christmas and Lantern Night”
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株式会社nonii is recruiting volunteers for “Wonderful Christmas and Lantern Night 2026,” to be held at Sunpu Castle Park from Dec. 18 to 20, 2026. Last year’s attendance was about 8,000, and this year the event aims to welcome 15,000 visitors.
Wei Pingzheng proposes industrial transformation platform; Chen Suyue to canvass southern Changhua by motorcade on the 10th
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Changhua County Magistrate candidate Wei Pingzheng of the Kuomintang proposed an industrial transformation platform that combines AI with Changhua manufacturing, emphasizing the 中科二林園區 as a key hub. Democratic Progressive Party candidate Chen Suyue will canvass townships in southern Changhua by motorcade on the 10th to seek support.
Facts
Chen Suyue will canvass townships in southern Changhua by motorcade tomorrow
Gemini's Chinese-language shopping feature launches in Taiwan, with conversational AI reshaping online shopping
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Google announced that its AI assistant Gemini is launching a Chinese-language shopping feature in Taiwan, combining data from the Google Shopping Graph database to offer a one-stop personalized shopping experience.
Jiang Qichen's wife and Chiang Wan-an's wife canvass together in Taichung; Lu Shiow-yen calls them the strongest trump cards
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Liu Ziling, wife of Kuomintang Taichung mayoral candidate Jiang Qichen, and Shi Fang-heng, wife of Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an, canvassed for votes together at a Taichung night market. Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen called them their husbands' strongest trump cards and praised their marriages.
Facts
Key News of the 2026 Nine-in-One Elections
Central News Agency reporter Hao Xueqing, Taichung, 9th
Huang Jen-hsun's alleged affair raises national security concerns; U.S. lawmakers call for halt to chip shipments to China
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
輝達 (Nvidia) CEO Huang Jen-hsun acknowledged an extramarital affair with a person suspected of being a Chinese spy, raising national security concerns in the United States. U.S. lawmakers called for a halt to shipments of advanced AI chips to China. 輝達's board has launched an independent investigation, and Elon Musk voiced support for Huang.
Companies mentioned:輝達、Nvidia、Megaspeed、路透社、紐約時報、The New York Times、金融時報、Financial Times、中央社
Su Chiao-hui discusses narrow poll lead and says she will keep working; Lee Chuan-chuan's team says it shows a steady lead
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Su Chiao-hui, a 2026 New Taipei mayoral candidate, and Lee Chuan-chuan's team commented on media poll results. Su said her narrow lead reflected growing support and that she would continue working hard, while Lee's campaign office said long-term rolling polls showed a steady lead.
Facts
Gained support through more than 900 days of hard work
Leads Lee Chuan-chuan by 3 percentage points
An even more exciting "Creator Night" is also coming on the 11th
Original5月起團隊長期滾動式民調分析
Including efforts such as helping open the levee-side access road along the Dahan River or bringing forward the opening of Fengming Station by 10 years
U.S.-China review delays: timeline of 輝達's efforts to sell H200 chips to China
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
This article traces the timeline from the United States tightening export controls on AI chips to China starting in 2022 to 輝達's H200 chips receiving approval for sale to China in 2026, covering the Trump administration's approval conditions, reviews by both the United States and China, and actual shipment progress.
Facts
25% of revenue to be paid to the United States
Government agencies have 30 days to submit comments
Announce all approved licenses
Must not exceed 50% of the total purchases by U.S. customers
Purchase more than 400,000 H200 chips
About 600,000 of 輝達's advanced AI chips are currently stored in Hong Kong
Trump says AI risks are manageable, open to establishing safeguards
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U.S. President Donald Trump said in an interview with CBS that the risks posed by artificial intelligence (AI) can be controlled and that he is open to establishing safeguards. He stressed, however, that he does not want regulations to leave the United States behind China in the competition.
Ko Chih-en releases second campaign ad, expressing "single-minded devotion" to Kaohsiung
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Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Ko Chih-en of the 中國國民黨 released her second campaign ad, using the theme "One Heart, One Road" to express her "single-minded devotion" to Kaohsiung. Its central message is "Dream Harbor, Global Ambition."
Huang Jen-hsun admits to affair with Chinese woman; Shen Po-yang calls it a classic Chinese tactic
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
輝達 CEO Huang Jen-hsun acknowledged an extramarital affair and apologized, and the board launched an independent investigation. Democratic Progressive Party lawmaker Shen Po-yang called it a classic Chinese tactic, while Fan Yun stressed the need to pay attention to national security and risks to critical technologies.
China's micro-dramas expand aggressively overseas, taking a leading global position
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
China's micro-dramas are expanding aggressively overseas. In October's global top 100 micro-drama rankings outside China, Chinese productions occupied 82 spots, and Chinese apps held 9 of the top 10 positions among paid short-drama apps overseas. Downloads of products from leading companies such as 崑崙萬維, 楓葉互動 and 麥芽 topped the charts, with the market projected to exceed RMB 100 billion in 2025.
Facts
82 titles were released by Chinese companies
About 10 Chinese companies have established overseas short-drama platforms
Active users of AI comic dramas in overseas markets have exceeded 150 million
Chinese companies hold 9 spots
More than 230 million downloads
More than 190 million downloads
More than 180 million downloads
Distribution channels cover nearly 200 countries and regions worldwide
Together account for 64.74% of downloads
China has released 430,000 micro-dramas
13 times last year's full-year total
AI dramas account for more than 9 tenths of the total
China's micro-drama audience has exceeded 800 million
Tung Tzu-wei and Hsieh Kuo-liang to debate on the 10th, focusing on Keelung’s vision and plans
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Tung Tzu-wei and Hsieh Kuo-liang will take part in a Keelung mayoral election debate on the 10th, with each focusing on plans for Keelung’s future and a report on the past four years of governance.
COP31 opens in Türkiye; oil price impact from US-Iran war could hinder progress
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The United Nations COP31 climate summit opened in Antalya, Türkiye. Observers expect little chance of a major breakthrough, citing higher oil prices driven by the US-Iran war, geopolitical tensions and a funding shortage. Türkiye is promoting its 2035 electrification target and calling for the signing of an AI sustainability pledge. Countries are negotiating a transition away from fossil fuels and adaptation funding, while the United States sent no officials to attend.
Facts
COP31
Antalya, 9th
More than 100,000 people
Nearly 200 countries
More than 1,450 people
1.5 degrees Celsius
Before 2035
Currently about 20%
Raise it to 35%
Countries in 2023
COP28
COP30
Entering its 9th month
Increase to 3 times
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Companies mentioned:中央社、法新社、路透社、聯合國環境規劃署、UNEP、歐洲聯盟、EU、哈佛大學、Harvard University
High-rise fire in Taiyuan, Shanxi, leaves 14 dead and more than 20 injured
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A fire broke out in a mixed-use residential and commercial building about 40 stories tall in Yingze District, Taiyuan, Shanxi Province, China, killing 14 people and injuring more than 20. The fire started at “豪生國際公寓” and has been extinguished. The cause is under investigation.
“Sunshine Girls” shines in Japan; Judy Ongg urges people to cherish time with family
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The film “Sunshine Girls Choir” was selected for the Tokyo International Film Festival. Director Lin Hsiao-chien traveled to Japan with cast members Judy Ongg and Ho Man-Hei to promote the film. In an interview, Ongg made an emotional appeal to cherish time spent with family, while Ho interacted with audiences in fluent Japanese and performed an AKB48 dance. The film is scheduled to open in about 150 theaters in Japan on Jan. 1, 2027.
Chang Chia-chun calls for raising farmers’ allowance; Liu Chien-kuo says development lags behind
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
At the official Yunlin County mayoral election policy presentation, Kuomintang candidate Chang Chia-chun proposed raising the elderly farmers’ allowance to NT$15,000 per month and outlined plans for a science park, an AI city and increased support for young entrepreneurs. Democratic Progressive Party candidate Liu Chien-kuo criticized incumbent county magistrate Chang Li-shan’s governance as lagging behind, saying construction of Yunlin’s industrial parks had stalled and its debt situation had not improved.
Facts
Raise the elderly farmers’ allowance to NT$15,000 per month
Would add about NT$32 billion in spending
Compared with the Executive Yuan version, which raises it to NT$10,000
The Democratic Progressive Party version: NT$12,000
Add NT$100 million for young entrepreneurs
Free National Health Insurance for everyone aged 65 and older
Typhoon rainfall fills reservoirs; water supply in Taoyuan and Hsinchu expected to remain normal through January
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Thanks to abundant rainfall from typhoons, the Shimen, Baoshan and Baoshan Second reservoirs are all at 100% capacity. Water supplies in Taoyuan and Hsinchu are expected to remain normal through January.
Facts
All at 100% capacity
Effective storage capacity of about 206 million tons
Combined storage capacity reaches 39.02 million tons
Raise farmers’ allowance to NT$15,000; DPP says opposition parties irresponsibly handing out election giveaways
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Legislative Yuan passed a bill in its third reading to raise the elderly farmers’ allowance to NT$10,500 per month, which the Executive Yuan said exceeds its budget capacity. Democratic Progressive Party caucus secretary-general Chuang Jui-hsiung criticized opposition parties for irresponsibly handing out election giveaways and also mentioned China’s invitation regarding the APEC summit.
Facts
Raise the elderly farmers’ welfare allowance to NT$15,000 per month
Taiwan closes its office in Papua New Guinea; 僑委會: fewer than 100 Taiwanese residents, continued contact and assistance planned
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Papua New Guinea announced the closure of Taiwan’s representative office, after which the Ministry of Foreign Affairs proactively closed its office in Papua New Guinea. 僑委會 Acting Chairperson Li Yen-hui said there are fewer than 100 Taiwanese residents there, most of them Taiwanese businesspeople engaged in international trade. The council will maintain contact and provide assistance.
Facts
Fewer than 100 Taiwanese residents
Papua New Guinea unilaterally announced in July
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on the 6th
Review of the central government’s fiscal year 116 general budget bill
And 13 other cases
Fewer than 100 Taiwanese residents there
There are now 122 emergency relief associations worldwide
Fire at 正崴’s Tucheng factory and offices; no injuries, financial losses to be assessed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A fire broke out at 正崴’s factory and offices at No. 18, Zhongshan Road, Tucheng District, New Taipei City. The company activated its safety response plan, evacuated personnel from the site and notified the fire department. Initial checks found no injuries. The cause of the fire, extent of damage, financial losses and insurance payout remain under investigation and assessment.
Jensen Huang admits to affair and faces investigation; a look at developments
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang admitted to being unfaithful and apologized after an alleged relationship with Huang Le, a woman suspected of espionage, prompting a board investigation and a request from the US Congress for a briefing. Despite political pressure, Nvidia denied any risk of confidential information being leaked, while Trump voiced support for Huang remaining in his position.
Facts
Jensen Huang admitted to being unfaithful to his wife and publicly apologized.
Nvidia’s board has launched an investigation by a committee of independent directors.
US officials determined that Huang Le was suspected of passing intelligence to the Chinese government.
東元 joins forces with Shinkong Synthetic Fibers and Chang Gung Energy to develop locally made behind-the-meter energy storage
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
東元 is working with 新光合成纖維 and 長庚國際能源 to develop locally made behind-the-meter energy storage. Their first project received support through an industrial energy storage equipment installation subsidy from the Ministry of Economic Affairs and was completed and began operating at the end of October. 新光合成纖維 holds 2MW/5.8MWh of energy storage equipment and is expected to save more than NT$4.5 million in electricity costs annually.
Facts
2MW/5.8MWh behind-the-meter energy storage system
Expected to save more than NT$4.5 million in electricity costs annually
Completed and began operating at the end of October
Could Huang’s alleged affair affect Nvidia? Supply chain says AI demand remains solid, focus on US regulatory pressure
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
As Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang acknowledges an extramarital affair, sparking espionage and national security concerns, semiconductor supply chain sources believe the incident will have limited impact on Taiwanese companies and that long-term AI demand remains unchanged; the near-term focus is shifting to AI regulatory policies in the U.S. Congress and state governments.
Facts
3 semiconductor supply chain sources said
called on Huang to attend a closed-door briefing on the 18th
could have some impact on supply chain performance in the short term, within half a year
Taiwanese companies have worked with Nvidia for decades
Violations of minimum wage rules to incur additional fines per offense starting in 116年; listed companies, medical centers and others face fines starting at 50,000
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 勞動部 revised its common principles for penalties for minimum wage violations. Starting on New Year's Day in 116年, fines will accumulate on a per-offense basis; listed companies, companies with paid-in capital exceeding NT$100 million, and medical centers will face minimum fines of NT$50,000. Violations will be counted over a 3-year period, and local governments will be required to publish their penalty standards.
Facts
Starting fines at a minimum of NT$50,000
Paid-in capital exceeding NT$100 million
The calculation period was uniformly set at 3 years
President Lai: Taiwan steadily advances toward goal of launching satellites independently
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
President Lai said at the opening ceremony of the 2026 Taiwan International Space Conference and Space Industry Expo that Taiwan is steadily advancing toward its goal of launching satellites independently. The government is advancing the 3rd phase of the National Space Technology Long-Term Development Plan, increasing its total budget to NT$71 billion and extending its implementation period to 2031, while building related facilities in Shalun, Tainan, and Jiupeng, Pingtung.
AI investment drives South Korean economic growth, but households have yet to feel the improvement
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
韓國開發研究院(KDI) said that although AI investment is driving continued economic growth in South Korea, the benefits of the economic recovery have yet to spread to households overall, and consumer spending remains subdued.
Facts
Preliminary statistics showed real GDP growth of 3.4% in the 3rd quarter, a high rate
Private consumption increased just 1.1% from a year earlier
New Taiwan dollar plunges 1.22 jiao at midday, temporarily closing at 32.89
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The New Taiwan dollar temporarily closed at 32.89 against the U.S. dollar at midday in the Taipei foreign exchange market, plunging 1.22 jiao. Trading volume reached US$1.511 billion.
康建生技 shooting leaves 4 dead and 1 injured; victims' families call for speedy trial and death penalty
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Lee Hung-yuan, the suspect in the 康建生技 shooting, was sentenced to death in a retrial. The Supreme Court held a preparatory hearing on the death penalty, and the victims' families called for a speedy trial and the death penalty.
Facts
Leaves 4 dead and 1 injured
The child at home was only 5 years old
The child is now 9 years old
July 14, ROC year 111
Sentenced Lee Hung-yuan to 1 life term and 3 death sentences
Sentenced to prison terms ranging from 7 months to 13 years
台經院 estimates economic growth of 12.34% this year; AI arms race shifts to steady growth
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
台經院 raised its economic growth forecast for this year to 12.34% and forecast 6.45% for next year. Institute president Chang Chien-yi said the AI trend is shifting from an arms race to steady growth, a short-term negative but long-term positive.
綠色和平: Suspected trawler violations off Yilan; calls for stronger fisheries management
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
綠色和平 found that as many as 12 trawlers were suspected of operating illegally off Yilan and around Guishan Island, and that more than 6成 had not turned on their AIS systems. It called on the 宜蘭縣府 to strengthen fisheries management.
Facts
As many as 12 trawlers
As many as 95 trawlers (63%)
More than NT$30,000
Fines of up to NT$150,000
At least 500 to 600 jin of catch
A sample survey of 150 fishing vessels going out to sea
Nearly NT$800 million in 2012
Original2025年的4億5857萬元
Cumulative bottom-trawling time reached 31,200 hours
Postwar security framework for Russia-Ukraine war: Rubio reveals preliminary progress
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Ukraine and Europe have some ideas about a "security framework" for after the Russia-Ukraine war ends, and expressed hope that the Russia-Ukraine talks scheduled for the 10th and 11th in Abu Dhabi would achieve further progress.
Facts
(Washington, 8th, Central News Agency, compiled from foreign wire reports)
U.S.-mediated Russia-Ukraine talks are set to take place in Abu Dhabi on the 10th and 11th
Nov. 28 九合一 elections: 中選會 urges vigilance against AI deepfake videos
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
中選會 reminded voters to bring their ID card, seal and notice to the 九合一 elections on Nov. 28, and said mobile phones are strictly prohibited at polling places. It also urged the public to guard against AI deepfake videos and verify election information through multiple sources.
Facts
115年 local government elections
Voting on Nov. 28
National Referendum Proposal No. 22
Bring the "3 essentials" to vote
People aged 18 and older are eligible to vote in referendums
People aged 20 and older are eligible to vote in elections and referendums
Ahead of the Trump-Xi meeting at the APEC summit, China again extends suspension of additional 24% tariffs on U.S. goods
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
China's State Council Tariff Commission announced that, to implement the consensus reached by the Chinese and U.S. leaders, it will continue suspending the additional 24% tariffs on U.S. goods for 2 months starting Nov. 10, 2026, while retaining the 10% rate. The move comes ahead of the APEC summit in Shenzhen and the Trump-Xi meeting.
Facts
Additional 24% tariffs
Over the next 2 months
Retain the 10% additional tariff rate on U.S. goods
Jensen Huang embroiled in controversy; South Korea says 輝達 GPU deliveries unaffected
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A vice minister at South Korea's Ministry of Science and ICT said that although 輝達(Nvidia) CEO Jensen Huang is embroiled in controversy, deliveries of GPUs already under contract will not be affected. All 1萬 GPUs purchased under the 2025 supplementary budget have arrived, and a contract has also been signed for the GPUs planned for purchase in 2026.
台北榮總 ophthalmology department's AI vision screening wins 聯發科 Impact Co-Creation Award
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
台北榮總 ophthalmology department's portable AI vision screening project stood out in 聯發科's "智在家鄉" competition, winning the Impact Co-Creation Award and NT$1 million in prize money.
10 key takeaways from Trump's midterm losses: backs war with Iran, hints at Cabinet shake-up
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
In an interview with CBS News, U.S. President Donald Trump blamed his party's midterm election losses on his name not being on the ballot and poor messaging, insisted the economy was performing well and voiced support for attacking Iran. He also hinted at minor Cabinet changes. White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles has left the post and been succeeded by Miller.
Facts
Lost more than 40 House seats
At least 7 Senate seats
About 63% of midterm election voters disapprove of Trump's performance in office
44% said one reason they voted was to express opposition to him
3/4 of midterm election voters said the economy was either bad or poor
Original其中更有7成票投民主黨眾議員候選人
And 2/3 of voters said Trump's tariff policies were harming the U.S. economy
58% of voters said the Trump administration had gone too far on immigration
Eye fatigue is not necessarily caused by 3C devices: 44-year-old man has drooping brows and heavy eyelids due to aging
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A 44-year-old man developed weakened eyelid muscles due to age-related eyelid changes, leaving his brows and eyelids feeling heavy and tired. His symptoms improved after surgery to strengthen the muscles and botulinum toxin injections at Fengyuan Hospital's ophthalmology department.
Paraguay police search former President Peña's mansion in probe into bank collapse
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Paraguayan police searched former President Peña's mansion as they investigated the collapse of Ueno Bank, which led to his impeachment. Prosecutors accused Peña of depositing government funds at the bank and applying for large loans. The government has repaid some of the frozen deposits.
Facts
Nearly half of Paraguay's 6.5 million people
More than $800 million in government funds
A total of about $500,000
Monthly mortgage payments as high as $38,000
Equivalent to 6 times his monthly salary as president
1.2 million customers whose deposits were frozen after Ueno Bank collapsed
原文會 teams up with South Korean production company to create new music documentary show
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
原文會 and 韓國AK Entertainment signed a memorandum of cooperation to jointly develop the cross-border documentary series TRACK ON, centered on railways and music and promoting Taiwan's Indigenous culture to international audiences.
National Stabilization Fund boosts confidence; 台積電 surges NT$155 intraday, adding 1,227 points to the market
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The National Stabilization Fund announced its 10th market-support operation to boost investor confidence, and Taiwan stocks surged more than 2,600 points intraday. 台積電 rebounded strongly to NT$2,290, up NT$155 and adding 1,227 points to the benchmark index, with its market capitalization reaching NT$59.38 trillion.
Fire at 正崴精密's New Taipei factory in Tucheng; 1 person rescued and hospitalized
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A fire broke out at 正崴精密工業股份有限公司's factory on Zhongshan Road in Tucheng District, New Taipei City. Lithium batteries stored at the site burned and produced thick smoke. Firefighters and police deployed 47 vehicles and 102 personnel to battle the blaze, rescuing 1 trapped employee and sending them to hospital. The fire was brought under control at around 10 a.m.
Environmental groups: Restarting nuclear power will crowd out renewables and slow net-zero transition
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Environmental groups and scholars said at a news conference that a nuclear power revival does not reflect international realities and would crowd out renewable energy and slow the net-zero transition. They urged Taiwan to fully promote renewable energy, energy storage and a flexible power grid.
Facts
Voting on Nov. 28
31st Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change
Calls for global geothermal supply to increase 12-fold by 2050
Global geothermal supply to increase 12-fold
Global rooftop solar households to double to 300 million
Dementia Basic Act to be reviewed article by article; civic groups propose 3 key protections
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
台灣失智症協會 urged that the Dementia Basic Act break away from a framework placing responsibility with a single ministry, and proposed 3 key protections: safeguards and support for legal proceedings, measures to promote cognition and delay dementia, and advance medical and financial planning.