崇越電 (3388) announced that it is leasing assets in Guanyin District, Taoyuan City, from the related party 崇信股份有限公司, for a total of NT$11,241 thousand and a lease term of 5 years.
王座(2751): Announces the conversion of employee stock options into common shares in the 3rd quarter of 115 and the capital increase record date
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站
王座(2751) announced that employee stock options were converted into common shares in the 3rd quarter of 115, with the capital increase record date set for Nov. 10, 115.
宏遠證(6015): Its securities have repeatedly met the criteria for announcement of information on securities warranting attention; relevant information is therefore announced to help investors distinguish and understand the situation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站
宏遠證(6015) announced that its securities have repeatedly met the criteria for announcement of information on securities warranting attention, and disclosed financial and business information for October 115 and the 2nd quarter.
Facts
Operating revenue (NT$ million) -145
Pretax income (NT$ million) -236
Net income attributable to owners of the parent (NT$ million) -253
Earnings per share (NT$) -0.61
Operating revenue (NT$ million) 1,590
Pretax income (NT$ million) 1,040
Net income attributable to owners of the parent (NT$ million) 964
虎門科技(6791): Announces the board resolution to rename the “Remuneration Committee” as the “Remuneration and Nomination Committee”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站
虎門科技(6791) announced that the board resolved to rename the “Remuneration Committee” as the “Remuneration and Nomination Committee,” effective 115/11/09.
新普 (6121): Board resolves cash dividend distribution
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站
新普 (6121)'s board resolved to distribute a cash dividend in the first half of 115, with a dividend of NT$11.28 per share and a total amount of approximately NT$2.086 billion.
Facts
Cash dividend from earnings (NT$/share): 11.28000000
Total cash dividends distributed to shareholders (NT$): 2,086,467,454
聯光通 (4903): Announces board resolution to conduct a cash capital increase and issue new shares
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站
聯光通 (4903) announced that its board resolved to conduct a cash capital increase and issue new shares, raising a total of NT$100 million for repaying bank loans and bolstering working capital.
Facts
Total issuance amount at par value: NT$100,000,000
Number of shares to be issued: 10,000,000 common shares
光明 (4420): Board resolves to acquire real estate from a related party
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站
光明 (4420)'s board resolved to acquire land and a building in Guishan District, Taoyuan City, from related party 詹立維 for NT$11.88 million, to be used as employee dormitories.
岱稜 (3303): Notice to creditors regarding amendments to the "Domestic Fifth Unsecured Convertible Corporate Bonds Issuance and Conversion Procedures"
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站
岱稜 (3303) announced amendments to the "Domestic Fifth Unsecured Convertible Corporate Bonds Issuance and Conversion Procedures." Creditors must submit any objections by December 10, 115.
岱稜 (3303): Announces amendments to the company's Domestic Fifth Unsecured Convertible Corporate Bonds Issuance and Conversion Procedures
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站
岱稜 (3303) announced amendments to the Domestic Fifth Unsecured Convertible Corporate Bonds Issuance and Conversion Procedures, allowing conversion applications during the book closure periods for regular and special shareholders' meetings in accordance with Financial Supervisory Commission regulations.
華宏 (8240): Announces, on behalf of its material subsidiary 蘇州工業園區長宏光電科技有限公司, the board's resolution on profit distribution
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站
華宏 (8240), on behalf of its material subsidiary 蘇州工業園區長宏光電科技有限公司, announced that the board resolved on 115/11/09 to distribute a cash dividend of CNY15,357,693.1 to WAH HONG TECHNOLOGY LIMITED (華宏科技有限公司).
Facts
115/11/09
CNY15,357,693.1
Companies mentioned：華宏、蘇州工業園區長宏光電科技有限公司、WAH HONG TECHNOLOGY LIMITED、華宏科技有限公司
六角 (2732): Announces board resolution to cancel treasury shares and set the capital reduction record date
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站
六角 (2732) announced that its board resolved to cancel treasury shares and set the capital reduction record date. The shares are being canceled in accordance with the law because they were not transferred to employees within three years; the capital reduction amount is NT$9,180,000.
名超(4548): Company to begin trading on the Emerging Stock Market on November 16, 115
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 公開資訊觀測站
名超(4548) announced that it will begin trading on the Emerging Stock Market on November 16, 115, after receiving approval from the Securities and Futures Investors Protection Center.
Chef angry over colleague being complained about smears wasabi on wagyu sushi, prompting customer lawsuit
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A chef at a chain hot pot restaurant in Banqiao District, New Taipei City, upset that a colleague had received a customer complaint, spread a large amount of wasabi on wagyu sushi. Two customers developed symptoms including acute gastritis and filed a lawsuit. Prosecutors determined that the chef was suspected of assault and, after the chef admitted to the offense, sought a summary judgment. The charges of coercion and making food products harmful to public health were not upheld due to insufficient evidence or failure to meet the legal requirements.
Facts
Causing 2 customers to develop symptoms including acute gastritis
崇越's October revenue hits record NT$8.186 billion; earnings in first 10 months top full-year total for last year
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
崇越科技's October revenue reached a record NT$8.186 billion, while cumulative revenue for the first 10 months totaled NT$71.215 billion, exceeding the full-year total for last year. The growth was mainly driven by demand for materials used in advanced semiconductor processes and expansion in environmental engineering.
Facts
October revenue of NT$8.186 billion
Up 6.3% month over month
Up 61.2% year over year
Monthly revenue record of NT$8.174 billion
Revenue for the first 10 months of this year: NT$71.215 billion
來頡: Supply chain capacity tight and costs rising; plans to add suppliers and negotiate prices with customers
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Power management chipmaker 來頡 said rising supply chain costs and tight capacity in 2027 are unavoidable. It will respond by adding suppliers, consolidating production and negotiating price adjustments with customers. Its gross margin fell to 44% in the third quarter, while net income after tax declined 14% quarter over quarter.
Facts
2027
Gross margin: 44%
Down 2 percentage points from the second quarter
Net income after tax: NT$47.42 million
Down 14% quarter over quarter
Earnings per share: NT$1.1
Cumulative net income after tax for the first 3 quarters: NT$152 million
COP31 opens; 彭啓明 says Taiwan holds itself to high standards
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
COP31 opened, and Environment Minister 彭啓明 said that although Taiwan is not a party to the treaty, it holds itself to the highest international standards and is reducing carbon emissions while growing its economy. 清華大學 Sustainability Academy Dean 范建得 said the meeting is focused on electricity prices, energy security and international competitiveness.
Facts
31st Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change
清大 withdraws from 2 international university alliances; school cites value of collaboration
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
國立清華大學 withdrew from 環太平洋大學聯盟 (APRU) and 東亞研究型大學聯盟 (AEARU) during 高為元's tenure as president. The university said the decision was based mainly on resource allocation and the benefits of collaboration, and that it will prioritize initiatives such as joint research, dual-degree programs and faculty and student exchanges.
Facts
Withdraws from 2 international university alliances
清大 held a university affairs meeting on October 20
高為元 attended a major science and technology event in France this February
Taoyuan female teacher accused of sexually assaulting boy 9 times and giving birth; second trial held behind closed doors
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A female elementary school teacher in Taoyuan is accused of sexually assaulting a boy in her class 9 times and giving birth to his child. She was sentenced to 17 years and 6 months in prison at trial. The Taiwan High Court held a hearing in the second trial today behind closed doors.
2027 Kaohsiung Winter Wonderland theme IP revealed: Minions bring cheer
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai announced that the theme IP for the 2027 Kaohsiung Winter Wonderland will be Minions. The event is scheduled to take place from Jan. 23 to Feb. 14 next year at Love River Bay and Piers 16 to 18 of Kaohsiung Port.
Truck carrying gas cylinders crashes and catches fire in Yilan; 4 injured and taken to hospital
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A small truck carrying gas cylinders collided with a car and caught fire in Sanxing Township, Yilan County, leaving 4 people injured and taken to hospital. Police are investigating the cause of the crash.
統一企業 takes stake in Japanese retailer 樂比亞; Fair Trade Commission approves
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Fair Trade Commission approved 統一企業's investment, through its subsidiary 統一超商, in newly established supermarket retail and food processing companies under 樂比亞, saying the combination would bring overall economic benefits and raise no significant concerns about restricting competition.
Japan initially planned to expel Chinese consul general who threatened to behead Takaichi; Beijing threatened to retaliate twice as hard, and the plan was dropped
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Japan's Yomiuri Shimbun reported that Xue Jian, China's consul general in Osaka, had threatened to "behead" Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. Japan initially planned to expel him, but canceled the move after China warned it would "retaliate twice as hard," as Tokyo feared relations would deteriorate.
Facts
Japan's Yomiuri Shimbun reported on the 8th
Original中央社台北9日電
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi was on Nov. 7, 2025
Around mid-November 2025, about a week after the response
You expel 1 person
We will expel 2 people
The two sides held director-general-level consultations in Beijing on Nov. 18, 2025
Liu Jinsong stepped down in July 2026
Took up the post of ambassador to Australia in August
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun on Nov. 6
Takaichi still hopes to visit Shenzhen from Nov. 18 to 19
China's population is aging rapidly; number of elderly people surpasses children for the first time
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
China's population aged 65 and above reached 224 million in 2025, surpassing for the first time the 212 million children aged 0 to 14, a first since the founding of the People's Republic in 1949. The total dependency ratio was 45.1%, including an old-age dependency ratio of 23.1%. To address aging and pressure on pensions, China began implementing a gradual retirement age increase in 2025, planning to raise the retirement age for men to 63 over 15 years.
台達電 heads to COP31, shares how smart microgrids can help advance electrification
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
台達電 is participating in COP31 for the 19th consecutive year and supporting the "35×35" electrification initiative, sharing how smart microgrids can help advance electrification.
Facts
The 31st session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP31)
Will be held in Antalya, Turkey, from Nov. 9 to 20
台達電 is participating for the 19th consecutive year
The host country's "35×35" electrification initiative
The global electrification rate is currently about 21%
The goal is to reach an electrification rate of 35% by 2035
At this year's COP31, 台達電 will hold an official side event in the Blue Zone for the 9th time
台達電's global renewable electricity use reached 91% in 2025
Japan's new national security strategy may avoid calling China a "threat," continuing the deterrence-and-dialogue approach
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Japanese government is considering keeping China designated as its "greatest strategic challenge" in the National Security Strategy, which is due to be revised this year, but plans to avoid using the word "threat" and continue its basic "deterrence and dialogue" approach.
Legislators inspect New Taiwan Route 17 project; Chen Chi-mai says it is vital to coastal traffic
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Legislative Yuan's Internal Administration Committee inspected the New Taiwan Route 17 construction project. Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai said the project is vital to coastal traffic and is expected to open in full in 2 years, cutting travel time from Qiaotou to Zuoying by 15 to 20 minutes.
Facts
Travel time could be cut by 15 to 20 minutes
The full route is expected to open in 2 years
Expected to be completed by the end of November
Opened to traffic in June 2022
7.3 kilometers long
Total cost of about NT$3.8 billion
Central government subsidy of about NT$2.6 billion
City government contribution of about NT$1.1 billion
Pope visits Argentina, joins Milei in urging economy to serve the people
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Pope Leo XIV visited Argentina and delivered a speech alongside President Javier Milei, stressing that the economy should serve the people, democracy should be defended and vulnerable groups should be cared for. He also urged attention to freedom of expression and AI ethics.
Facts
A 12-day South American tour
The first papal visit in nearly 40 years
A 25-minute speech
Visited 4 cities in Argentina
This 3-country trip
A total of 50 events
71-year-old Leo XIV
The church estimates that 7 million people took part in the events
Foreign investors sold NT$524.3 billion last week, sharply cutting semiconductor stocks
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Foreign investors were net sellers of NT$524.376 billion in Taiwan stocks last week, marking 6 consecutive weeks of net selling and cutting holdings by more than NT$1.5 trillion in total. The 3 stocks with the heaviest net selling were 力積電, 台積電 and 華邦電.
Robust AI demand drives October exports to record monthly high of US$96.76 billion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Ministry of Finance announced that October exports reached a record monthly high of US$96.76 billion, up 58.9% year on year, mainly driven by AI demand. Exports of ICT and audiovisual products and electronic components both hit records.
Facts
October exports of US$96.76 billion
Up 58.9% year on year
ICT and audiovisual product exports of US$47.6 billion
Huang Renxun’s alleged affair partner suspected of being a Chinese spy; China’s Foreign Ministry calls claims baseless
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
輝達（Nvidia） CEO Huang Renxun admitted to an extramarital affair, and foreign media reports identified the other party as a Chinese female spy, raising U.S. national security concerns. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun responded that the claims were pure speculation and slander.
Facts
Original中央社台北9日電
Huang Renxun admitted to an extramarital affair on the 8th
Original今年5月美國總統川普訪問中國
When Chinese President Xi Jinping visits the U.S. in September this year
The New Taiwan dollar plunged 1.14 jiao to close at 32.882
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The New Taiwan dollar closed at 32.882 against the U.S. dollar in the Taipei foreign exchange market, plunging 1.14 jiao. Trading totaled US$3.46 billion.
The ASEAN Briefing for Nov. 9, 2026, reports on the latest economic and industry developments in Vietnam, Laos, Singapore, the Philippines, Myanmar, Malaysia, Thailand, Cambodia and Indonesia. Key updates include Vietnam’s imports and exports topping US$1 trillion, Laos’s 5.5% economic growth target, US$2.32 billion in economic losses from haze in Singapore, 2.1% GDP growth in the Philippines in the 3rd quarter, rising trading volume on the Yangon Stock Exchange in Myanmar, Pekat Group’s green electricity projects in Malaysia, declining Thai shrimp exports and pressure from new U.S. strategic competition, investment projects in Cambodia, and a slight dip in Indonesia’s inflation rate.
Facts
Vietnam’s imports and exports topped the US$1 trillion mark in the first 10 months of 2026, a historic milestone
Gross national income per capita (GNI) reached US$2,101
Economic losses in Singapore: US$2.32 billion
Philippines’ inflation rate rose to 7.8% in October
MTSH recorded the highest trading value, at 754 million Myanmar kyat
Pekat estimates it will secure 2,000 MW in green electricity projects over 3 years
Pekat could secure a 150 MW project as early as the end of 2026
Could secure contracts for 500 MW of CRESS and large-scale solar projects by 2029
Thailand’s shrimp and related product exports fell 4.02% year over year by volume
Export value fell 5.77%
Export value fell 5.77% to 23.147 billion baht
Chinese investment accounted for 65.2%
Indonesia’s annual inflation rate edged down to 3.23% in October
Indonesia’s manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) rose to 54 in October
Companies mentioned：Pekat Group、MTSH、FMI、MAEX、聯昌國際投行研究（UOB Kay Hian）
Golden Horse Awards 63 guest lineup revealed: Carina Lau and Shu Qi to appear, along with K-pop girl group member Shuhua
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 63rd Golden Horse Awards announced its presenter lineup, including committee members Sylvia Chang, Ang Lee, Lee Ping-bing and Chang Chen, as well as numerous Taiwanese and international stars and entertainers, including Carina Lau, Shu Qi, Bong Joon-ho, Sota Fukushi and Shuhua of i-dle.
Pingtung expands publicly funded shingles vaccine subsidy, lowering age threshold to 50
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Starting today, the Pingtung County Government is expanding eligibility for its publicly funded shingles vaccine subsidy, lowering the age threshold from 65 to 50. The full cost will be covered for those who meet the residency, low-income or lower-middle-income, and weakened immune system requirements.
Facts
The eligible age threshold for the subsidy is being lowered from 65 to 50
A total of 2 doses are required
The 2nd dose must be given 2 to 6 months after the 1st dose
輝達 launches investigation after CEO Huang Renxun reportedly targeted by foreign intelligence agency; shares fall after hours
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
輝達 launched an independent investigation after CEO Huang Renxun was reportedly targeted by a foreign intelligence agency, sending its shares down about 3.4% in after-hours trading.
Shooting at Krakow square in Poland; police say gunman died
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A mass shooting took place in Krakow, Poland, on the 7th, leaving 6 dead and 16 injured. Police said the gunman died in hospital. He was reportedly fascinated by far-right ideology, and Prime Minister Tusk described the incident as an act of terrorism.
中華郵政 and 寶可夢 to launch joint stamp exhibition sales on the 20th; queue tickets to be issued
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
中華郵政 and 寶可夢 are collaborating on stamps and co-branded products, with 20% of the stock set to go on sale at the Taipei 2026 World Stamp Championship. Queue tickets will be issued at the venue to control crowds. The full product set is limited to 1,200, while individual items and stamps are limited to 500; each person may receive 1.
Facts
An estimated 20% of the stock will go on sale at the World Stamp Championship
There are 1,200 full product sets
There are 500 individual items and stamps
The stamp portion is limited to 300,000 copies
The highest-value order was NT$38,000
The average spend per customer was NT$1,500
60% of the release quantity for each item is available for online presale on the “iCollect” website
The remaining 40% is reserved for sale at physical post offices and at the “Taipei 2026 World Stamp Championship”
Li Hongyuan, the defendant in the 康建生技 shooting case, was sentenced to death in a retrial. At a Supreme Court hearing, his defense attorney sought a psychiatric evaluation and argued the grounds for appeal, while the prosecutor and the representative for the complainant said the appeal was without merit and should be dismissed.
Facts
康建生技 shooting leaves 4 dead and 1 seriously injured
Li Hongyuan’s defense attorney explains 9 grounds for appeal
Constitutional Court Judgment 113-Hsien-Pan-8 on the death penalty
More than 1,500 days have passed since the case was indicted in 111
A shooting occurred on July 14, 111, at 康建生技 in Caotun Township, Nantou County
Sentenced to 13 years for shooting Lai Min-nan and seriously injuring him
Chain-reaction crash on National Freeway 3 in Shalu section; car driver and 1 child injured and taken to hospital
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A chain-reaction crash occurred on the Shalu section of National Freeway 3. A 29-year-old woman surnamed Hsiao, driving a passenger car, failed to notice traffic ahead and first hit a tow truck before sideswiping a large truck. Hsiao suffered facial injuries, and 1 child sustained minor scrapes; both were taken to the hospital. Police are investigating the cause of the crash.
Taoyuan City Government signs MOU with 加州大學柏克萊分校 to strengthen smart city research
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taoyuan Mayor Chang San-cheng and 加州大學柏克萊分校 signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on smart city research and innovation. Combining AI and data analytics, the partnership will focus on transportation and air quality to improve urban governance.
Facts
Following 2 years of exchanges and preparations
More than 1,100 air-quality sensors
A share of 44%
Companies mentioned：桃園市政府、加州大學柏克萊分校、University of California at Berkeley、UC Berkeley、社會利益資訊技術研究中心、CITRIS
Wu Pin-rui, an independent candidate for Chiayi County magistrate, proposed a pet-friendly platform called “Happiness, Let’s Get Furry,” including the creation of pet parks. DPP candidate Tsai Yi-yu proposed “hundred-village tours” to connect historical stories and a plan to preserve native languages.
國巨 posts record revenue for 8th straight month in October on strong AI demand
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
國巨 reported consolidated revenue of NT$17.597 billion for October, up 3.1% month over month and 55% from the same period in 2025, marking a record for the 8th consecutive month. Revenue for the first 10 months totaled NT$149.751 billion, up 38.3% year over year. Strong AI demand and growth in end-market applications were the main drivers. Capacity utilization is expected to exceed 95% in Q4, and the company plans to expand capacity by 10% to 15%.
Facts
NT$17.597 billion
Up 3.1% month over month
Up 55% from the same period in 2025
For 8 consecutive months
Self-reported consolidated revenue of NT$149.751 billion
Taiwan sweeps 48 gold medals at Asian Sport Stacking Championships; Lü You-chen wins 7 golds and sets record
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 2026 Asian Sport Stacking Championships concluded in Thailand, with Taiwan’s team winning 48 gold, 21 silver and 22 bronze medals. Twelve-year-old Lü You-chen won 7 gold medals and set a record for the overall title in the all-age men’s individual combined three-event competition. Nine-year-old Lin Shiqi also won 7 gold medals.
Facts
Won a total of 48 gold medals
21 silver medals
22 bronze medals
Sent 71 athletes to compete
Won 7 gold medals
A combined time of 9.254 seconds across the three events
Food poisoning outbreak at Yuanlin wedding venue; health bureau tests for suspected salmonella
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
More than 30 people developed diarrhea and fever after a food poisoning incident at a wedding venue in Yuanlin City, Changhua County. The health bureau’s preliminary assessment points to salmonella poisoning, possibly linked to eggs.
Facts
More than 30 people
The operator suspended business on November 4
The health bureau approved the operator to resume work on the 6th
Thailand strengthens cybersecurity at critical infrastructure to prevent attacks like those in Europe
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
To prevent attacks similar to those in Europe, the Thai government has instructed national security agencies to strengthen cybersecurity monitoring of critical infrastructure and asked public and private sectors to check their systems for vulnerabilities, ensuring food, energy, transportation and public services are not affected.
Facts
Original中央社記者 李宗憲 曼谷9日專電
曼谷郵報 (Bangkok Post) reported on the 4th
(Editor: Tang Shengyang) 1151109
Companies mentioned：中央社、泰國公共電視台、Thai PBS、民族報、The Nation、曼谷郵報、Bangkok Post
World Stamp Championship opens on the 20th; inverted Jenny error stamp to be shown in Taiwan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
中華郵政 announced that the Taipei 2026 World Stamp Championship will be held at the Taipei World Trade Center Hall 1 from November 20 to 25, under the theme “Innovation ∞ Sustainability.” The event will bring together 69 countries and regions and display 2,054 frames of valuable stamp collections. The famous inverted Jenny error stamp will also be on display.
Chen Chi-mai discusses concert economy; Ko Chih-en: Good policies should continue to be refined
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
In response to KMT Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Ko Chih-en's proposal to seek priority concert ticket sales for residents, Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai said people should better understand the industry's complexity. Ko responded that the policy aims to upgrade and refine the system through real-name registration, housing price monitoring, and reserving some tickets so local residents can share in the economic benefits.
Facts
NT$3.6 billion
Growth of about 48%
Growth of about 10%
Spending of about NT$1,300
Additional economic benefits of about NT$5,700
A concert with 150,000 attendees
About 100,000 are people from other counties and cities or overseas
More than about 70,000 people will stay overnight in Kaohsiung
Changhua's Puxin opens Jiuguan Honey Fruit Paradise, showcasing local fruit industry特色
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
「舊館蜜果樂園」 in Puxin Township, Changhua County, opened today, with Changhua County Magistrate Wang Hui-mei presiding over the ceremony. Inspired by the local grape, guava, and Jinmi mango industries, collectively known as the 「三蜜」 industries, the park was built at a cost of NT$25 million across 0.9 hectares as an inclusive playground for all ages. It features play equipment such as a honey fruit tree tower and a loop trail, and a digital stamp-collecting activity was launched simultaneously to promote tourism.
Three major institutional investors post net sales of NT$94.526 billion in Taiwan stocks
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan stocks closed at 41661.70 points today, with the three major institutional investors posting combined net sales of NT$94.526 billion. Foreign and mainland Chinese investors recorded the largest net sales.
Facts
Net sales of NT$94.526 billion
Closed at 41661.70 points
Trading value of NT$837.929 billion
Dealers posted net sales of NT$31.218 billion
Investment trusts posted net purchases of NT$26.748 billion
Foreign and mainland Chinese investors posted net sales of NT$90.056 billion
Chinese man arrested for emitting interfering signals in Tokyo's Ginza; suspected of using fake base station to send phishing texts
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Yu Hai, a Chinese national, is suspected of operating a fake base station without authorization in Tokyo's Ginza and emitting interfering signals, disrupting mobile phone communications in the area. Police suspect he intended to send phishing texts to commit fraud. He has been arrested and referred to prosecutors.
Facts
31 years old
About 500 meters in radius
Affects about 10,000 phones each day
There are already 18 Chinese tourists
The total amount defrauded was about 4 million yen
At G7 foreign ministers' meeting, Europeans urge US not to attack Iran and call for fair resolution of Russia-Ukraine issue
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The G7 foreign ministers' meeting was held in Paris, where European powers urged the United States to resolve the Russia-Ukraine war fairly and dissuade it from taking military action against Iran. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio attended the entire meeting, where participants discussed prospects for Russia-Ukraine negotiations and a potential strike on Iranian nuclear facilities.
Yilan man who owed 250,000 stabs creditor 44 times, killing him; 14-year sentence upheld
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A man surnamed Chien from Yilan was unable to repay NT$250,000 in gambling debts and stabbed his creditor, a man surnamed Qiu, to death with a Rambo knife. He was sentenced to 14 years in prison in both the first and second trials. The 最高法院 rejected his appeal, making the case final.
US troops stationed in Japan implicated in killing, sparking outrage; Okinawa governor calls for review of Japan-US Status of Forces Agreement
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Okinawa Prefecture Governor 古謝玄太 called for a comprehensive review of the Japan-US Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) after a US Marine stationed in Japan was suspected of killing a Japanese woman. He also proposed 2 measures: transferring suspects before indictment and applying Japanese law.
Chang Chien-yi: New Taiwan dollar has fallen too far; Taiwan stocks' sharp rally could signal end of currency slide
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
台經院 President Chang Chien-yi believes the New Taiwan dollar has fallen too far because of massive foreign fund outflows, but the currency's decline could end and it could gradually rebound as Taiwan stocks rally sharply and exporters sell foreign currency.
U.S., UK and Philippines see a spate of Chinese female spy cases, with suspects posing as real estate agents, governor’s aides and even mayors
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Multiple countries, including the U.S., UK and Philippines, have seen Chinese female spy cases involving California real estate agent 張婉瑩, former New York state aide 孫雯, UK lawyer 李貞駒 and Philippine mayor 郭華萍, who are accused of helping Beijing achieve political and intelligence objectives.
國安基金 enters the market for the 10th time; a look at how Taiwan stocks performed after its previous 9 interventions
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
國安基金 has entered the market for the 10th time to stabilize it, with NT$500 billion currently available for use. A review of its previous 9 interventions shows that stocks rose 6 times and fell 3 times within 1 month, while over 1 year they rose 7 times.
Family of Taichung borough chief extorted for nearly NT$2 million after taking out loan; prosecutors lead investigation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A family member of a borough chief in Taichung fell into an online lending trap, borrowing NT$4,200 but facing threats and extortion demands for nearly NT$2 million. The Taichung District Prosecutors Office has assigned a prosecutor to direct police in forming a task force to investigate.
Facts
borrowed NT$4,200
faced threats and extortion demands for nearly NT$2 million
為恭 Hospital expands use of AI in smart healthcare, seeking to gain critical golden-hour rescue time
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
為恭紀念醫院 has teamed up with 衛福部's Healthy Taiwan Deepening Plan to expand smart healthcare, introducing AI-assisted imaging systems to detect brain hemorrhages and midline shifts, helping medical teams identify abnormalities early and make the most of the golden hour for emergency and critical care.
Facts
The hospital introduced an AI-assisted bone age diagnostic system in 113年.
Starting in 114年, AI applications are being expanded through the "Healthy Taiwan Deepening Plan."
The National Security Fund's market support bolstered confidence, and Taiwan stocks surged 1960.06 points to close at 41661.7 points, marking the 2nd-largest closing gain on record. Several heavyweight and high-priced stocks hit the daily limit, while investment consultants said the market would need to watch the U.S. stock trend.
Cybersecurity incident draws attention; Lin Yi-jing: Use models from 4 major AI companies to scan for threats
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Digital Affairs Minister Lin Yi-jing said the government has obtained models from 4 major AI companies—Anthropic, OpenAI, Google and Microsoft—and will use AI tools to help government agencies and private companies scan for cybersecurity vulnerabilities, while teaching businesses to use AI to fight AI. He also mentioned talks with Amazon Leo about a communications backup plan.
Facts
4 companies
About 5 or 6 companies
Companies mentioned：Anthropic、OpenAI、Google、Microsoft、91APP、Meta、Starlink、Amazon Leo
Blue camp accuses her of borrowing to buy votes; Ho Hsin-chun: Will review finances and pursue universal cash payments after taking office
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
KMT caucus secretary-general Hsu Yu-chen criticized DPP Taichung mayoral candidate Ho Hsin-chun for pledging to add to the budget and distribute cash to everyone if elected, calling it borrowing to buy votes. Hsu questioned why Ho would not seek additional funding from the central government but instead ask the city government to borrow. Ho responded that she would review the city's finances after taking office and pursue universal cash payments if feasible and with the city council's support.
Renovation of Zhubei Cultural Park completed, with upgraded paving and new leisure spaces
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Renovation of Cultural Park in Zhubei City, Hsinchu County, has been completed and the park has reopened. The project repaired damaged paving, adjusted pedestrian routes and added landscape lighting and leisure facilities to improve safety and convenience.
Trump clarifies invitation for UFC president to become White House press secretary was just a joke
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
U.S. President Donald Trump clarified that his recent remarks inviting UFC president Dana White to become White House press secretary were only a joke, and confirmed that their planned meeting on the 9th would go ahead as scheduled.
Facts
West Palm Beach, Florida, on the 8th
White, 57
Left the position on Oct. 16
After meeting with Trump on the 9th
When Trump turned 80 this June
Trump's 80th birthday
When Trump delivered his reelection victory speech in 2024
Trump posted on his own social media platform on the 7th
3 of them were not U.S. citizens
Companies mentioned：中央社、法新社、UFC、終極格鬥冠軍賽、Truth Social
Countering China's infiltration: 僑委會 says overseas Chinese communities need to build resilience against threats
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
In response to China's legal warfare and red infiltration, 僑委會 proposed strengthening outreach to help overseas Chinese identify risks and, starting in 114年, building a comprehensive overseas Chinese community resilience system in 3 phases and 6 stages. The budget for its overseas Chinese education center services plan will rise from more than NT$300 million in 115年度 to NT$882 million in 116年度, with NT$500 million allocated to purchasing overseas Chinese education centers, including one in Vancouver.
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The 116年度 central government general budget proposal
Psychiatrist Yang Cong-cai analyzed 5 psychological mechanisms behind successful men's extramarital affairs: strong achievement motivation, a sense of exemption from the rules, emotional hunger, the dopamine reward of seeking novelty, and compartmentalization. The discussion was prompted by 輝達 CEO Jensen Huang's admission of an extramarital affair.
Taiwan sets up first pavilion at Milan EICMA, generating US$14 million in business opportunities
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan set up a pavilion at Milan EICMA for the first time, with participation from 經濟部, 台北市進出口、車輛、橡膠公會 and 130 companies. The exhibition drew more than 2,800 visits and 1,680 meetings with international buyers, generating about US$14 million in business opportunities. Taiwan was the 3rd-largest participating country this year, and 光陽 and 三陽 performed strongly in the Italian market.
Taiwan's first rent-management deposit trust deal: 台灣金聯 signs full-deposit trust agreement with 第一銀行
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
台灣金聯資產管理公司 and 第一銀行 have signed a "full-deposit trust" agreement, the first of its kind in Taiwan's rental management industry. The arrangement aims to manage security deposits through a third-party trust account, resolve rental disputes and protect the rights of landlords and tenants.
Facts
As many as 666 cases
Disputes over the return of deposits (41%)
Landlords terminating leases early without cause (32%)
Disputes over responsibility for home repairs (27%)
The deposit must not exceed "2 months' total rent"
Wall panels fall from station platform; 高捷公司 launches expanded inspections
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Wall panels fell from the platform at Kaohsiung Metro's Ciaotou Sugar Refinery Station onto the tracks, disrupting train operations for 22 minutes before service resumed. 高捷公司 launched expanded inspections and began checking the safety of walls at all stations.
Care worker killed after being hit while adjusting wheelchair by roadside in Keelung's Xiangfeng Street crash
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A traffic accident occurred on Xiangfeng Street in Keelung, where a care worker, a woman surnamed Kao, was hit by a passenger van driven by a man surnamed Chang as she adjusted her employer's wheelchair by the roadside. She was taken to hospital but could not be saved and was pronounced dead at 9:57 a.m. Police found no signs of alcohol or drug use by Chang and will refer him for investigation on suspicion of negligent homicide.