Global warming limited to 1.5 degrees; carbon budget estimated to run out in less than 4 years
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
According to the "2026 Global Carbon Budget Report," if global warming is limited to 1.5 degrees, the remaining carbon budget will be exhausted in less than 4 years at this year's emissions level. Annual emissions reductions from emerging carbon-removal technologies are not enough to offset 30 minutes of fossil-fuel emissions.
BWF Kumamoto Masters badminton tournament set to begin; Wang Chi-lin/Chiu Hsiang-chieh return after 1-week break
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The BWF Kumamoto Masters main draw gets underway, with 23 Taiwanese pairs competing. Men's doubles players Wang Chi-lin and Chiu Hsiang-chieh return after a 1-week break and face Chen Tzu-jui and Lin Yu-chieh in the first round. Mixed doubles pair Ye Hong-wei and Chan Yu-chen also return after a break, aiming to secure their spots in the year-end finals.
Woman suspected of abusing 20 pet cats to death; Taipei prosecutors indict her under Animal Protection Act
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A woman surnamed You, facing poor mental and financial circumstances, neglected the more than 20 cats and dogs she had adopted, resulting in the deaths of 19 cats. Last December, members of the public stopped her and called the police when she tried to dispose of 18 cat carcasses. The Taipei District Prosecutors Office indicted her for violating the Animal Protection Act.
Facts
More than 20 pet cats and dogs
Abused 20 pet cats to death
18 cat carcasses
Put 18 of the cat carcasses in garbage bags and discarded them last December
Original去年5月自林姓男子處領養
4 kittens
Adopted more than 20 pet cats and dogs
Suspected of failing to provide enough food and water last July
Taiwan team heads to Japan for Asian baseball championship aboard 星宇航空's 空山金 aircraft; Tsai Chi-chang sees team off, hopes for strong results
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan's team for the Asian baseball championship flew to Japan today aboard the 空山金 art aircraft specially arranged by 星宇航空. CPBL Chairman Tsai Chi-chang saw the team off and hoped the players would win gold.
Facts
2026 Asia Professional Baseball Championship
Scheduled to begin at the Tokyo Dome in Japan on the 12th
台灣巴西扶輪社 partners with Taiwan to provide medical aid; representative in São Paulo honored
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan and Brazil's Rotary clubs worked together to donate 83 hospital beds and advanced medical equipment to JJM婦幼醫院 in Guarulhos, São Paulo state. Chu Yi-ching, head of the 駐聖保羅台北經濟文化辦事處, represented Taiwan in receiving the Paul Harris Fellow badge and certificate from 國際扶輪, in recognition of her longstanding contributions to public welfare and medical assistance in Brazil.
Refusing to countersign Elderly Welfare Act amendment, Cho Jung-tai says constitutional order must not be undermined for electoral gain
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Executive Yuan announced it would not countersign the Elderly Welfare Act amendment passed by the Legislative Yuan in its third reading. Premier Cho Jung-tai stressed that safeguarding constitutional order and fiscal discipline are priorities, and opposed political parties seeking electoral gain by undermining constitutional order.
Facts
Seniors aged 65 and over
Comprehensive income tax rate below 20%
Low-income, lower-middle-income and other specified disadvantaged seniors aged 70 and older
Zheng Bo-yu rallies to win taekwondo gold at Dhaka Youth Olympics, Taiwan delegation's 2nd gold
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwanese taekwondo athlete Zheng Bo-yu rallied to beat Uzbekistan's Samandarov 2-1 in the men's 55-kilogram gold-medal bout at the Dhaka Youth Olympics, winning the Taiwan delegation's 2nd gold medal at this edition and becoming the 3rd in team history to win a Youth Olympic gold.
China develops electric aircraft; analysis says business model may not be viable
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The CE-25A, a 19-seat-class all-electric commuter aircraft developed by 中國商飛, has been unveiled, with observers speculating that it could make its first flight in a few months. A 明報 commentary noted that aviation safety regulations require a reserve of power, leaving the aircraft with a practical commercial range of only about 200 to 300 kilometers, making it difficult to compete with high-speed rail. It said the commercial viability of all-electric flight remains in doubt even if battery energy density improves; Heart Aerospace of the United States also abandoned mass production of an all-electric model for similar reasons.
North Korean state media: New high-speed torpedo tested; delivery to navy planned for 2027
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
North Korean state media reported that the country tested a new high-speed torpedo in the East Sea, with delivery to the navy for service expected in early 2027. The test, jointly conducted by the North Korean Academy of Defense Science, Missile Administration and Mine Weapons Research Institute, verified its combat effectiveness, but no specific technical details were provided.
8 Chinese naval vessels and 1 government ship operate around Taiwan; military keeps close watch
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Ministry of National Defense released an update on Chinese military aircraft and vessels, reporting that from 6 a.m. yesterday to 6 a.m. today, it detected 8 Chinese naval vessels, 1 government ship and 4 sorties by Chinese military aircraft. The military used mission aircraft and vessels, along with land-based missile systems, to monitor and respond closely.
Taiwan stocks extend early gains by more than 1,200 points, reclaim 42,900; electronics shares strong
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan stocks extended early gains by more than 1,200 points to reclaim 42,900, with electronics shares strong and heavyweight stocks including 台積電, 聯電 and 台達電 performing well.
Vietnam’s eye-catching figures fail to resonate with the public; economy risks falling into the “9.95% paradox”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Vietnam’s GDP grew 9.95% year over year in the first 3 quarters, but the public’s experience differed sharply: revenues fell at 8 tenths of privately owned microenterprises, creating a “9.95% paradox.” Foreign-investment-led exports are driving economic growth, while links to local supply chains remain weak and inflation is eroding profits.
Facts
GDP growth surged to 9.95% in the first 3 quarters
Revenues fell at 8 tenths of Vietnam’s privately owned microenterprises
Exports grew more than 21%
Asset accumulation grew nearly 18%
Growth in final consumption was much lower, at just 8.5%
As many as 81.5% of surveyed household businesses said their revenues fell in 2025
Foreign-invested firms account for about 77% of Vietnam’s exports
Local businesses account for nearly 23%
Exports by foreign-invested firms surged 29.4%
Domestic businesses grew just 7.5%
98% of domestic businesses are small operations
Just 17% participate in exports
More than 50% rely on imports
Real retail and services sales grew just 7.8%
Average monthly per capita income is about 5.9 million to 6 million Vietnamese dong
Qatar, Saudi Arabia and others urge restraint; Trump says military strikes on Iran will be postponed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
U.S. President Donald Trump said he planned to temporarily delay new military strikes against Iran after receiving appeals from regional countries, including Qatar and Saudi Arabia, while maintaining the naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
Facts
More than 8 months so far
Trump and Israel jointly launched the conflict on Feb. 28
U.S. tech stocks rebound; analysts say policy support has helped Taiwan stocks show signs of a technical rebound
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Lower international oil prices eased inflation concerns, and U.S. tech stocks rebounded sharply. Taiwan stocks surged 1960.06 points, their second-largest closing gain on record, with the National Security Fund stepping in and short-selling restrictions providing support. Analysts said technical indicators showed signs of a rebound and are watching the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index, the Nasdaq and 台積電. October revenue was strong at Taiwanese manufacturers including 廣達, 仁寶, 華碩 and 宏碁.
Facts
台積電 American depositary receipts (ADRs) rose 3.51%
輝達 closed down 4.27%
The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 1123.28 points on the 9th
Closed at 52409.01 points
S&P 500 rose 190.39 points
Closed at 7567.25 points
Nasdaq Composite climbed 697.55 points
Closed at 25276.97 points
Philadelphia Semiconductor Index surged 646.22 points
Closed at 10036.47 points
輝達 plunged nearly 9% at one point during the session
Closed at $178.67
台積電 rose more than 7% during the session
The index surged 2647 points at one point during the session
Finished up 1960.06 points
Closed at 41661.7 points
October consolidated revenue reached NT$353.25 billion
Up 8.6% month over month
Up 1.04 times year over year
October consolidated revenue was about NT$87.151 billion
Down 7.7% from the previous month
Up 40.7% year over year
October group consolidated revenue once again topped NT$100 billion, reaching NT$107.62 billion
Up 10.7% month over month
Up 62.3% year over year
宏碁 October consolidated revenue reached NT$26.391 billion
After midterm election losses, fellow party lawmaker opens impeachment push against War Secretary Hegseth
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Republican U.S. Representative Thomas Massie proposed impeaching War Secretary Pete Hegseth, accusing him of launching the war against Iran without congressional authorization and abusing his office. President Donald Trump has backed Hegseth, but political pressure following midterm election losses could lead the House to approve the measure.
Facts
Original中央社華盛頓9日綜合外電報導
The House could vote on the measure as soon as the 11th
Approval by a 2/3 majority in the Senate
Republicans will remain in control of Congress through Jan. 3 next year
Yilan’s Nan’ao hits 12.6 degrees early in the morning; Wu Der-rong says temperatures will gradually rise from the 11th
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The early-morning low in Nan’ao, Yilan, was 12.6 degrees. Weather expert Wu Der-rong said the northeast monsoon would gradually weaken, temperatures would slowly rise starting on the 11th, and the weather would be sunny and stable on the 14th.
U.S. House Democratic leader seeks full briefing on 輝達 case, urges restrictions on chip sales to China
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
U.S. House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries called for a full briefing on the case involving 輝達（NVIDIA） CEO Jensen Huang and alleged foreign intelligence activities, and urged the inclusion of measures restricting chip sales to China in the annual defense bill.
Facts
中央社 report from Washington, 9th, citing multiple foreign media outlets
37th anniversary of Berlin Wall’s fall: former East German resident leads tours to keep history alive
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
During events marking the 37th anniversary of the Berlin Wall’s fall, former East German resident Volker Fehrwerk works as a guide at the East Side Gallery, sharing his firsthand experiences to keep history alive.
Facts
37th anniversary of the Berlin Wall’s fall
An East Berliner who was 17 at the time
The wall that divided East and West Berlin for 28 years
輝達 shareholders file class-action suit, accusing company and Jensen Huang of concealing alleged affair and misleading investors
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
輝達（Nvidia） and CEO Jensen Huang were sued in a shareholder class action, which accuses them of concealing Huang’s alleged affair with Huang Le, a suspected Chinese spy, and misleading investors. The case raised national security concerns, sending 輝達 shares down 4.3% and wiping out about US$190 billion in market value.
Pope Leo XIV celebrates outdoor Mass in Argentina, urges focus on family values
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Pope Leo XIV celebrated an outdoor Mass in Buenos Aires, Argentina, attended by about 2.5 million people. He urged people to focus on family values and address domestic violence, addiction and employment issues. He will then continue his tour in places including Córdoba.
Facts
About 2.5 million people attended
Celebrated an outdoor Mass in Buenos Aires, Argentina’s capital, on the 9th
兩廳院 is presenting “Unseen,” a picture-book storytelling event for families. Combining a black-and-white picture book with library spaces, the activity uses challenges that close off sight and engage hearing and touch to encourage dialogue between sighted and visually impaired people. Several visually impaired experts have been invited to share their experiences, and the theme for the 2027 family program was also announced.
Two tractor-trailers crash on National Freeway 1 in Tainan’s Madou section before dawn, injuring 2; lane closed, traffic backed up 2 kilometers
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Two tractor-trailers collided before dawn on the Tainan Madou section of National Freeway 1, sending 2 drivers to hospital with injuries. The lane was closed as the vehicles were being towed, and traffic was backed up for about 2 kilometers.
Super El Niño impact: flood defenses needed in southern Brazil as drought in north could worsen
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Super El Niño phenomenon continues to intensify and is expected to peak around December, bringing extreme weather impacts to Brazil. Southern Brazil faces risks of heavy rain, flooding and tornadoes, while the north and northeast are experiencing severe drought and high temperatures. Public health concerns, including the spread of diseases carried by mosquitoes, are also drawing attention.
Facts
Expected to peak around December
Several tornadoes were recorded in just a few days in early November
Some climate indicators currently show signs similar to those of the 1982–1983 super El Niño.
U.S. stocks rise; 輝達 falls 4.27% against the trend as market focuses on Huang Renxun-related investigation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
U.S. technology stocks rose, while 輝達 fell 4.27% against the trend. The market is focused on CEO Huang Renxun, an independent board investigation prompted by allegations of an affair and links to foreign intelligence, and questions about his future at the company.
Explainer》Fireflies can glow yellow, green, and orange-red! Their flashing frequencies are even courtship signals—how they glow, explained
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
This article introduces the diverse colors and light-producing mechanisms of Taiwan’s fireflies, explains the role of flash signals in courtship, and stresses how light pollution disrupts their behavior. It urges the public to observe fireflies responsibly to protect their habitats.
Facts
Fireflies in Taiwan’s natural environments glow yellow-green, green, orange-yellow, orange-red, and yellowish.
Firefly flash signals can be observed along 2 dimensions: “beat” and “rhythm.”
Fireflies produce cold light through a chemical reaction in which luciferin is catalyzed by the enzyme luciferase, with oxygen and ATP involved.
Short-wavelength artificial light can reduce the frequency of male fireflies’ flashes or even stop them from glowing.
Adult fireflies glow mainly for courtship and reproduction, while larvae glow to warn off predators.
Don’t use 一卡通 just for buses and the MRT! Many people don’t know these “7 hidden features”: automatic top-ups when your balance is low, and balance recovery if your card is lost
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
This article details 7 useful hidden features of 一卡通, including automatic top-ups, registered-card loss protection, e-payment integration, mobile device contactless functions, cloud receipt management, and community access control, with the aim of making payments more convenient and funds more secure for users.
Facts
一卡通 automatic top-ups are triggered when the balance falls below 100 yuan or is insufficient to make a payment.
一卡通 automatic top-up amounts vary by card type: credit cards top up in increments of 500 yuan or 200 yuan, while Debit cards and bank cards top up in increments of 500 yuan.
Starting 3 hours after a lost-card report for 一卡通 is completed, 一卡通公司 will cover any losses if someone else makes unauthorized transactions with the card.
一卡通 customer service hotline: (07)791-2000.
LINE Pay and iPASS MONEY split at the end of 2025.
Kaohsiung residents’ city cards come with 一卡通 functionality built in.
Debit cards and bank cards cannot be used to ride the high-speed rail.
AI investing returns to fundamentals as market-cap-weighted ETFs seize new opportunities in technology growth
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Zhang Xi, a professor at Tunghai University, analyzed how Taiwan stocks’ AI rally is returning to fundamentals and recommended investing in large-cap stocks. Yuanta Taiwan Technology Index (0053) plans to undergo a 1-for-8 split in December and stop paying distributions to lower the entry threshold and enhance compounding. Taiwan’s technology industry is expected to enjoy long-term growth advantages in 2027.
Facts
Zhang Xi, a visiting professor in the Department of Finance at Tunghai University, said market momentum in Taiwan stocks was concentrated mainly in small-cap stocks from 2025 through the first half of 2026, with some share prices far exceeding companies’ actual performance.
The market underwent a series of corrections starting in July, with more speculative small-cap stocks falling by as much as two-thirds, while major companies such as 台積電 were relatively resilient.
Yuanta Taiwan Technology Index (0053) is expected to carry out a 1-for-8 ETF split this December.
After 0053’s 1-for-8 split, the price of a lot, previously about 210,000 yuan, will fall to about 26,000 yuan, while the number of shares held will increase by 8 times.
Yuanta Taiwan Technology Index (0053) is also changing its distribution policy from annual distributions to no distributions, retaining dividends in the fund to generate long-term compounding returns.
Huang Le is not a Chinese female spy? Doctor points to “details of intimate interactions” and reveals a possible scenario: Huang Renxun is simply having an affair in his later years
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Doctor Shen Zhengnan publicly criticized claims that Huang Renxun’s alleged affair was part of a Chinese espionage operation, saying it was simply a workplace affair. He speculated that excessive surveillance by U.S. intelligence agencies led to a mistaken conclusion.
Facts
Doctor Shen Zhengnan criticized on Facebook claims that Huang Renxun’s alleged affair involved a Chinese female spy as absurd, and accused Shen Boyang of talking nonsense without evidence.
Huang Le was formerly a senior executive at Singaporean data center operator Megaspeed. U.S. intelligence agencies suspect she has ties to Chinese government intelligence agencies.
Shen Zhengnan theorized that Huang Renxun had business dealings with Huang Le because of his work, and that they eventually developed feelings for each other, leading to a workplace affair.
Shen Zhengnan said that after monitoring the pair for a year, U.S. intelligence officers reported their intimate relationship to their superiors, leading to the affair becoming public.
Shen Zhengnan said that even if China had recruited Huang Le, it would have been because the pair’s affair was somewhat high-profile and China hoped to use her to influence Huang Renxun—not because it was training a middle-aged female spy.
Combat sports league president to become White House press secretary?! Trump exclaims, “Please take the job,” then later says, “I was just joking”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Trump clarified that his invitation for UFC president White to become White House press secretary was a joke. The position has been vacant for some time. White is a friend of Trump, and the two have held events together at the White House.
Facts
U.S. President Trump clarified that his remarks inviting UFC CEO White to become White House press secretary were just a joke.
The White House press secretary position has been vacant since former secretary Zakaria left.
Dana White, 57, is UFC president and CEO and has been a close friend of Trump for many years.
Trump posted on Truth Social inviting White to take the job and suggested hiring a non-U.S. fighter as an assistant.
White held a fight event on the White House South Lawn in June this year to celebrate Trump’s 80th birthday.
Is the tide turning against a mass recall? Writer reveals the DPP’s usual election pattern: this time, there is a “major gap” in academic endorsements
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Writer Piaolang Daoyu said that about 1,300 academics signed a statement supporting DPP Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Boyang, half the more than 3,000 who signed during the 2025 mass recall campaign. Although academics continue to play an enlightening role, past experience shows that voters are not necessarily swayed, leaving a risk of a gap between expectations and the election result.
Facts
More than 1,300 people signed a statement supporting Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Boyang’s academic support group.
About 300 people attended the founding assembly of the academic support group on Nov. 8.
More than 3,000 academics signed statements during the 2025 mass recall campaign.
Writer Piaolang Daoyu said the number of academic endorsements this time was half that during the mass recall campaign.
Co-leaders of Shen Boyang’s academic support group include Academia Sinica Academician Du Zhengsheng.
Young people, remember to claim your money! Eligible recipients will get a 1,200-yuan bonus deposited into their accounts—register quickly with one click or forfeit it
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Ministry of Culture announced that the 2026 cultural voucher program will expand to teenagers aged 13-15, giving each person 1,200 points. It will also introduce new app features and 7 bonus offers to boost arts and cultural spending.
Facts
Starting in 2026, the Ministry of Culture will extend cultural voucher eligibility to teenagers aged 13 to 15.
Eligible cultural voucher recipients can receive 1,200 points in vouchers per person each year.
The 2026 cultural vouchers can be claimed starting at 8 a.m. on Jan. 1.
The 2026 cultural vouchers expire on Dec. 31, after which any unused points will be reset to zero.
The Ministry of Culture has introduced 7 bonus offers, including dedicated seating areas for performing arts and boosted points at independent bookstores.
For the first time, the cultural voucher app is introducing a membership system with 6 levels, from LV.0 to LV.5.
Russia may call up another 300,000 troops! The Economist: men fleeing abroad in a small-scale exodus
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Economist says Russia may call up another 300,000 troops after the September election, triggering a small-scale exodus of men to places such as Georgia. The government is considering recruiting low-skilled workers with large bonuses and may secretly conscript people to avoid unrest.
Facts
After Putin announced partial mobilization in September 2022, about 400,000 Russian men fled abroad.
Foreign media speculate that Russia may be planning to call up another 300,000 troops after parliamentary elections in mid-September.
On Aug. 18, 20,000 people entered Georgia by land, about 3 times the normal figure.
Since July, inquiries to Ark, an organization that helps anti-war Russians leave the country, have surged 8 times.
The enlistment bonus in Sverdlovsk is 3.1 million rubles, almost 4 times the enlistment bonus in Syktyvkar.
Russian officers earn only 200,000 rubles a month, most of which is siphoned off by their superiors.
If they are killed in action, their surviving family members can receive 15 million rubles in compensation, more than 10 times Russia’s average annual income.
Did Lithuania offer “conditions for an exchange” and ask Taiwan’s representative office to change its name before China’s National Day? Chen Ming-chi: Inference based on fake news
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Lithuanian media reported that the country’s Foreign Ministry asked Taiwan’s representative office to change its name and offered economic cooperation in exchange. Taiwan Deputy Foreign Minister Chen Ming-chi dismissed the report as fake news, while Lithuania’s foreign minister also denied its accuracy, highlighting tensions in Taiwan-Lithuania relations over economic cooperation and political status.
Facts
Lithuanian media reported that the Foreign Ministry had directly asked Taiwan’s representative office to change its name within the week before China’s National Day.
Lithuania’s proposed conditions for an exchange included sending a deputy-minister-level delegation to Taiwan to sign an investment agreement and launch negotiations to avoid double taxation.
Taiwan Deputy Foreign Minister Chen Ming-chi dismissed the report as an inference based on fake news.
The government of Lithuania’s new Prime Minister Sinkevicius has included restoring ambassador-level diplomatic relations with China in its policy platform.
Lithuanian Foreign Minister Budrys said the media report was inaccurate but would not comment on the details.
In graphics》An abandoned pet fish becomes a lake bully! A record 40,000 caught this year, devouring Sun Moon Lake’s native species
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Nantou County Government said the number of invasive snakeheads caught by electric fishing in Sun Moon Lake surpassed 40,000 in 2026, a record high, mainly because high water levels provided ideal breeding conditions. The species originated from abandoned ornamental fish and poses a serious threat to native ecosystems because it has no natural predators and adapts easily. Local businesses have introduced dishes featuring the fish to help control its population.
Facts
By the end of September 2026, more than 40,000 snakeheads had been caught by electric fishing in Sun Moon Lake, a record high.
The number of snakeheads caught in 2026 was more than 47 times the full-year total for 2025.
The snakehead’s official name is the blotched snakehead. It is native to Southeast Asia, including Thailand and the Malay Peninsula.
Snakeheads have a suprabranchial organ that lets them breathe air directly when water is scarce, allowing them to survive for a while even after a pond is drained.
A team led by Professor Tseng Ching-hsien of National Tsing Hua University found during dissections that snakeheads eat almost anything, threatening native gobies as well as Taiwan shoveljaw carp and Taiwan topmouth culter.
Divorced daughter said she would stay for just 3 months, but ended up living at her parents’ home for 20 years! After her father died, her mother discovered a shocking truth
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Haruko, a Japanese mother in her 70s, let her eldest daughter Natsumi stay at her childhood home for 3 months after her divorce, but Natsumi remained for 20 years without contributing to household expenses. After her husband died, Haruko discovered that Natsumi had secretly taken 2 million yen from her father’s bank account. Furious, she threw her daughter out, shattering the family relationship.
Facts
Haruko, a Japanese mother in her 70s, agreed to let her 32-year-old eldest daughter Natsumi return to the family home with her child for 3 months, but her daughter never moved out.
Natsumi, the eldest daughter, never paid toward household expenses while living at her parents’ home.
Six months after Haruko’s husband died of an illness, she discovered that her eldest daughter Natsumi had taken 2 million yen from her father’s bank account.
After discovering that money had been taken, Haruko tearfully threw her eldest daughter out of the house. Natsumi then began moving between the homes of different friends.
The younger daughter, Akie, believes that her mother’s years of indulging her older sister allowed the problem to drag on. She gradually made fewer visits to her childhood home and grew distant from her mother.
Vietnam isn’t number 1! Which nationality makes up the largest foreign population in Taiwan? One country has 380,000 people here, the most—many people guess wrong
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Financial expert Yu Ting-hao said that although Taiwan’s population continues to decline, the number of foreign residents in Taiwan reached 1.13 million in September 2026, a record high. Indonesians were the largest group, with migrant workers accounting for more than seven tenths, underscoring Taiwan’s continued heavy reliance on foreign labor.
Facts
Taiwan’s total population has declined month by month since 2024, and by the end of February this year had recorded 26 consecutive months of negative growth.
The number of foreign residents in Taiwan exceeded 1 million for the first time in 2025, reaching 1.13 million by the end of September 2026.
Indonesia is the country of origin of the largest number of foreign residents in Taiwan, with about 380,000 people.
About 72% of foreign residents in Taiwan are migrant workers, followed by about 100,000 international students.
People from Indonesia, Vietnam and the Philippines together account for about eight tenths of Taiwan’s foreign residents.
In graphics》Red pandas are neither pandas nor raccoons! In 1869, 1 animal took their name; just 2,500 may remain in the wild, placing them at risk of extinction
The red panda’s scientific name, Ailurus fulgens, combines the Ancient Greek word for “cat” and the Latin word for “shining,” meaning “shining cat.”
The more commonly cited explanation for the English name “panda” is that it comes from the Nepali word ponya, interpreted as “bamboo eater” or as a description of the white markings on the face.
Red pandas and raccoons originated far apart: red pandas live in the Himalayas and southwestern China, while raccoons are native to North America and Panama.
The false thumbs found in both red pandas and giant pandas are bones extending from the wrist bones, a result of convergent evolution rather than evidence of close kinship.
The conservation organization Red Panda Network estimates that as few as 2,500 red pandas may remain in the wild, with the global population having halved in about 20 years.
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Weather forecast / The strongest cold air mass of fall is here! Temperatures across Taiwan plunge to 12 degrees; when will it warm up? The timing revealed
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The strongest cold air mass since the start of fall is affecting Taiwan. On the 10th, temperatures in Nan’ao, Yilan, dropped to 12.6 degrees, while highs in northern lowland areas hovered around 20 degrees. Weather experts said a “cloud street” pattern on satellite images signals that the cold air mass is continuing to move south. However, the northeast monsoon is expected to weaken from the 11th, with skies clearing and temperatures rising across Taiwan on the 14th. It may even feel hot during the day, and people should watch out for temperature swings and strong winds.
Facts
Early this morning on the 10th, the coldest lowland temperature on Taiwan’s main island was 12.6 degrees in Nan’ao, Yilan.
Weather expert Wu Der-rong said Taiwan will see clear and stable weather on the 14th, and it may even feel hot during the day.
This year’s Typhoon No. 31, Chapa, is over the sea south of Japan and moving rapidly away to the east-northeast.
Daytime highs in Yunlin and areas to its south, as well as Taitung, are forecast to be around 24–25 degrees.
Some areas could see strong winds reaching force 6, with gusts of up to force 8.
How much can you receive in retirement on a monthly salary of NT$50,000? Expert reveals “3 hidden uses” of the new labor pension system that could mean NT$3.5 million more than others
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Author Chen Yi-pu explains the features of the new labor pension system, noting that someone earning NT$50,000 a month and making voluntary 6% contributions could accumulate NT$3.5 million over 30 years. He outlines 3 uses for the pension: a baseline income, an investment portfolio, and bridge funding, and reminds people pursuing FIRE to plan for gaps in the system.
Facts
Under the new labor pension system, employers contribute 6% of a worker’s monthly salary to an individual retirement account. The account belongs to the worker and does not disappear when they change jobs.
For someone earning NT$50,000 a month, if both the employer and the individual contribute 6%, and the annualized return is 3%, the account would accumulate about NT$3.5 million over 30 years.
Monthly labor pension payments are not like a social pension that continues for life. Instead, the principal and interest in an individual account are converted into a time-limited monthly payment based on average life expectancy and interest rates.
The labor pension can serve as bridge funding for people pursuing FIRE, helping ease the pressure on their investment portfolio before labor insurance pension payments begin, such as from age 60 to 65.
In graphics》Who prints money for the underworld? A “Bank of the Underworld” existed more than 100 years ago—many don’t know who actually issued the notes
The ghost-money ten-yuan banknote measures 20.9 centimeters long and 9.9 centimeters wide, printed in green ink on yellow joss paper.
The four large characters “冥國銀行” (“Bank of the Netherworld”) appear at the top of the banknote. At the center is a palace with a pointed roof, and the words “阴中俗用” (“For everyday use in the netherworld”) appear below.
The Taiwan History Museum also preserves the woodblock used to print this ghost-money banknote, registered under No. 2010.003.0346.
This ten-yuan ghost-money banknote came from 謝源松金紙店 in Yilan and was made using a traditional printing block.
The Ministry of Education’s Dictionary of Commonly Used Taiwan Taigi Words notes that paper money offered to deities is usually called “gold paper,” while that used in rites for ancestors and spirits is called “silver paper.”
According to popular belief, people borrow money from the celestial treasury when they are born, and their descendants must repay it after they die. This gave rise to rituals known as “repaying the treasury” and “filling the treasury.”
A NT$10,000 universal payout is coming! Deposit dates and “ATM/post office cash withdrawal schedule revealed”; 7 regions offer additional payments of up to 10000 yuan
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Executive Yuan announced the schedule for the universal NT$10,000 cash payout, with deposits to arrive as early as January 26, 2027, and set out eligibility requirements for six categories and five ways to collect the money. Meanwhile, the Kuomintang caucus is pushing for a special ordinance for a universal NT$20,000 payout, while local offices in seven areas, including Guangfu Township in Hualien, are also providing additional local subsidies.
Facts
President Lai Ching-te announced that NT$235.7 billion would be added to next year’s central government budget to provide NT$10,000 in cash to every person.
If the budget completes its third reading before January 5, 2027, the universal NT$10,000 payout could be deposited as early as January 26.
The universal NT$10,000 payout has no income cap and covers six categories of recipients, including citizens registered in Taiwan, people with residence permits and foreign nationals with APRC status.
Guangfu Township in Hualien County is funding an additional NT$10,000 payment per person from its own budget. The deadline to claim missed payments is 5 p.m. on November 16.
People can withdraw cash from ATMs operated by 17 participating financial institutions, starting February 15.
The Ministry of Finance reminds the public that official government websites always end in “.gov.tw” and that the government will not notify people to collect money by text message or phone call.
The Kuomintang caucus is pushing for a special ordinance for a universal NT$20,000 payout, aiming to pass it before the election.
Even the Okinawa governor who backed relocating the base has turned against it? U.S. serviceman’s killing sparks outrage; 古謝玄太 calls for “comprehensive review” of the U.S.-Japan Status of Forces Agreement
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Okinawa Governor 古謝玄太 announced that he would seek a comprehensive review of the U.S.-Japan Status of Forces Agreement over a case in which a U.S. serviceman is suspected of murder. He also proposed two measures, including handing suspects over before indictment, while reiterating his support for the base relocation plan to boost the local economy.
Facts
Okinawa Governor 古謝玄太 said he would call for a comprehensive review of the U.S.-Japan Status of Forces Agreement.
A U.S. Marine is suspected of killing a 39-year-old Japanese woman at a hotel in Okinawa.
古謝玄太 is the first Okinawan leader in 12 years to support the controversial U.S. military base relocation plan.
The United States and Japan agreed to extend until December 7 the 30-day curfew imposed on some U.S. military personnel.
Critics say the U.S.-Japan Status of Forces Agreement effectively grants U.S. military bases extraterritorial rights.
Explainer》Do you need to “de-register” your dog or cat after it dies? Forget, and you could face a fine of up to NT$15,000! A guide to pet death registration, cremation and handling ashes
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
This article explains that a pet’s death must be reported and its registration canceled within one month, or the owner could face a fine. It covers the new cat registration rules, local de-registration procedures, public cremation fees and requirements for standard contract templates.
Facts
The legal deadline for canceling a pet’s registration after its death is one month from the date of death. Violators face fines of NT$3,000 to NT$1萬5,000.
Starting January 1, 2026, cat owners who fail to register their cats and have them microchipped as required will face penalties from the Ministry of Agriculture.
Original台北市寵物集體焚化費用為5公斤以內350元，超過部分每增加1公斤加收70元。
On June 24, 2025, the Ministry of Agriculture published a standard contract template for pet memorial services, which stipulates that cancellation fees must not exceed 5% of the total contract cost.
For dogs and cats registered in New Taipei City whose owners are also registered residents, the city’s Animal Protection Office and public animal shelters can provide free assistance with handling the remains.
Navy’s NT$30 billion “suicide drone boat” tender sparks a defense industry boom! Military experts: Could the Taiwan Strait blockade crisis remain unresolved if these 3 fatal gaps are not addressed?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Navy has launched a procurement plan for 1320 suicide drone boats, with a budget of nearly NT$30 billion. A tender is expected by year-end, drawing industry attention. Experts warn that the Taiwan Strait crisis will be hard to resolve unless the gaps are addressed.
Facts
The Navy’s unprecedented tender for 1320 small suicide drone boats, worth nearly NT$30 billion, could see its first batch put out to tender by the end of this year.
It has already attracted more than ten domestic and international companies interested in getting in on the action.
The tender is primarily for suicide drone boats: one-way, expendable unmanned maritime attack weapons.
Details of the tender were confirmed in the Navy’s briefing materials from the first half of the year.
Fund Doctor: 00949’s single distribution yield is 14%! An edge in volatile markets!
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復華日本護城河優勢龍頭企業 ETF (00949), amid sharp market volatility, has delivered strong performance and portfolio allocation benefits through its 14% distribution yield and strategy of selecting 30 globally competitive companies.
Facts
00949復華日本護城河優勢龍頭企業 ETF combines an annual distribution yield of up to 14% with a defensive moat strategy.
Original美國期中選舉後民主黨控制參眾兩院並揚言推動超級AI禁令，導致費半血崩逾12%。
00949 tracks the NYSE FactSet Japan Moat Leaders Index, selecting 30 top companies with global competitiveness and multinational pricing power.
Fund Doctor: 00949’s single distribution yield is 14%! An edge in volatile markets!
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Market volatility following the U.S. midterm elections and an AI regulatory storm have highlighted the portfolio benefits of 00949復華日本護城河優勢龍頭企業, whose 14% distribution yield and moat strategy have helped it navigate turbulent global markets. The ETF has delivered a cumulative total return of 21.8% so far this year and is scheduled to go ex-dividend on 11/18, with a distribution of NT$3.02 per unit.
Facts
00949復華日本護城河優勢龍頭企業 combines an annual distribution yield of up to 14%.
00949 has delivered a cumulative total return of 21.8% so far this year.
00949 proposes a distribution of NT$3.02 per beneficial unit and is scheduled to go ex-dividend on 11/18.
00949 tracks the NYSE FactSet Japan Moat Leaders Index, selecting 30 leading companies.
After the U.S. midterm elections, Democrats took control of both chambers of Congress and vowed to push for a sweeping AI ban, sending the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index plunging more than 12%.
[The Journalist] Drone ties among political allies? A DPP Taipei city councilor also stakes a claim in 碳基科技
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
After Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Taiwan promoted drone diplomacy, with Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung leading the establishment of an international drone academy, sponsored by companies including 鴻海. Meanwhile, the family of DPP Taipei City Councilor Lin Shih-tsung became involved in 碳基科技, highlighting political forces’ plans for the drone industry.
Facts
Original財團法人無人機國際學院於10月30日正式成立，由多家企業出資5000萬元捐助。
The president of 海洋科技大學, 呂曜志, serves as vice chairman of the Drone International Academy Foundation.
The family of Taipei City Councilor Lin Shih-tsung has staked a claim in 碳基科技.
A wording error appeared in a booklet on the day of the Drone International Academy’s launch press conference, prompting an apology from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim personally attended the launch event for the Drone International Academy.
Behind the Scenes》Taipei’s Fierce Battle: Why Has Chiang Wan-an Still Not Won the TPP’s Support? The One Thing That Alarms Ko Wen-je
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
In the 2026 Taipei mayoral race, Chiang Wan-an is trying to court the Taiwan People’s Party (TPP), inviting Lu Hsiu-yen to chair his campaign headquarters and emphasizing cooperation between the blue and white camps. However, TPP spiritual leader Ko Wen-je has been ambivalent about appearing onstage with Chiang Wan-an. Reports say uncontrollable factors within the party have strained relations between the two sides.
Facts
In the 2026 Taipei mayoral race, Chiang Wan-an is seeking re-election and facing pressure from Democratic Progressive Party candidate Shen Po-yang.
The day before the launch rally for his campaign headquarters, Chiang Wan-an met privately with 4 TPP Taipei city councilors, but all 4 were absent from the rally the following day.
Chiang Wan-an brought in Taichung Mayor Lu Hsiu-yen to chair his campaign headquarters. Lu said the blue and white camps get along like one family.
Ko Wen-je was vague when asked whether he would appear onstage with Chiang Wan-an, saying that he does not decide his own schedule.
Ko Wen-je knows full well that there is a “group of people” even he cannot control, leaving him unable to act according to his personal wishes.
Explained》Up to 20 million animals die on Taiwan’s roads every year! The biggest victims aren’t cats or dogs—the real No. 1 may surprise many
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Data released by the Biodiversity Research Institute of the Ministry of Agriculture show that about 15 million to 20 million animals die on Taiwan’s roads each year, with amphibians accounting for the largest share. The survey highlights the severe risks facing small animals and identifies county and township roads as high-risk areas.
Facts
According to statistics from the Biodiversity Research Institute of the Ministry of Agriculture, an estimated 15 million to 20 million animals die on or beside Taiwan’s roads each year.
In systematic survey data collected from 2018 to 2020, amphibians were the animal group with the most recorded road deaths, accounting for 59%.
As many as 97.4% of recorded road deaths of Sauter’s brown frogs occurred during autumn surveys.
Among the road types included in the survey, county and township roads had the highest density of animal road deaths.
As of April 2026, the Taiwan Roadkill Observation Network had recorded a total of 36882 road-killed animals.
The Directorate General of Highways, Ministry of Transportation and Communications, said that animal roadkill incidents have generally declined following improvements to Provincial Highway 28 in Tianliao District, Kaohsiung City.
Explained》You still have to repay your debts after death! Legend says people born under the 12 zodiac signs owe the underworld money from birth—these 2 signs owe the most
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
This article explores the folk-religious custom of “treasury money” in Taiwan, explaining the legend that people borrow money from celestial treasury officials at birth and that their descendants must burn treasury money to repay it after they die. Citing materials from the National Museum of Taiwan History and the Taiwan Historica, the article notes that the amount of treasury money to be repaid varies by zodiac sign, such as the Ox and Horse, and introduces the treasury-enclosure ritual and the different uses of public and private treasury money.
Facts
According to the Taiwan Historica’s Dictionary of Taiwanese Folk Artifacts, people born in the Year of the Ox or Horse must repay 八萬 treasury coins, while those born under the other zodiac signs owe 四萬.
The Taoist Scripture of the Celestial Worthy of Numinous Treasure on Receiving the Treasury at Birth records that those born in the Year of the Ox borrowed 二十八萬 guan, those born in the Year of the Horse borrowed 二十六萬 guan, and those born in the Year of the Pig borrowed 九千 guan.
Treasury money can be divided into 四 categories: public treasury money for coffins, private treasury money for coffins, public treasury money for merit-making, and private treasury money for merit-making.
The spirit money held in the collection of the National Museum of Taiwan History is a funerary offering made of ocher-colored straw paper, folded into a long strip.
Chang Min, a research fellow at the Institute of Ethnology, Academia Sinica, cited Taoist scriptures in a paper published in 2017 to explore ideas about money.
Six Wall Street Charts: A Guide ｜AI data centers become a high-risk industry after the election! Will project delays, relocation or rising costs reshape the industry?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
This article compiles several international financial and political developments: data centers become a high-risk industry amid regulatory pressure; 特斯拉 halts Cybertruck production; Democratic lawmakers plan to investigate the Trump administration; 浙江稠州銀行 is implicated in Russian fund flows; Anthropic’s IPO valuation is revised downward; and the MAGA movement faces a reckoning.
Facts
Arco O, eToro’s global market strategist, considers data centers one of the industries facing the clearest risks after the U.S. midterm elections.
37 ballot measures restricting data centers have passed, and 6 more are expected to pass.
Elon Musk announced that Cybertruck production will be gradually phased out next year to make room for the Cybercab self-driving vehicle.
Since deliveries began in late 2023, fewer than 73,000 Cybertrucks have been sold, and sales are down 22% so far this year.
Independent researchers say 浙江稠州銀行 was the recipient bank that appeared most frequently in about 3,500 financial transactions.
Anthropic’s IPO valuation could fall from $1.5 trillion to close to $1 trillion.
Companies mentioned：eToro、Data Centers on the Ballot、特斯拉、Motor Intelligence、浙江稠州銀行
How should you store apples? Do 1 extra thing after bringing them home to make them “sweeter and longer-lasting”!
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
A Japanese fruit and vegetable expert shares tips for storing apples, recommending placing them in a plastic bag, tying it tightly, and putting it in the refrigerator. This takes advantage of how fructose behaves at low temperatures to enhance the perception of sweetness, while also extending storage life and preventing ethylene gas from affecting other fruits and vegetables.
Facts
Apples should be stored in the refrigerator because fructose tastes sweeter in a low-temperature environment.
Apples release ethylene gas during storage, which may affect nearby fruits and vegetables.
Before storing apples, put them in a plastic bag, tie it tightly, and then refrigerate them.
Refrigerating apples does not produce more sugar; it uses the properties of fructose at low temperatures to make them taste sweeter.
Refrigerating apples not only extends their storage life but also reduces the effect of ethylene gas on other food in the refrigerator.
Brother spends 300萬 to buy stocks for his sister—does he owe tax even if he gave no cash? Tax bureau reveals key point; bill could reach NT$5萬6000
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Taipei National Taxation Bureau of the Ministry of Finance clarified that buying stocks for a family member without compensation is considered a gift. The tax-free allowance for 2026 is NT$2.44 million, and tax is due on any amount above that.
Facts
Using your own funds to buy property for someone else without compensation is treated as a gift, with the amount paid considered the value of the gift.
The annual gift-tax exemption for 2026 is NT$2.44 million.
After deducting the NT$2.44 million exemption from the 300萬元 that a brother spent buying stocks for his sister, the gift tax payable is NT$5萬6000.
If the total value of property a donor gives to others within 1 year exceeds the annual exemption, a tax return must be filed within 30 days after the gift that exceeded the exemption is made.
When you pay for stock on someone else’s behalf, the gift amount is based on the amount paid; when you give someone stock you own, it is calculated using the closing price on the date of the gift.
11/10 International Morning Briefing｜輝達 letter halts U.S. Commerce Department chip-smuggling probe; Republican proposes impeaching U.S. defense secretary; France says Iran heated freezers at 700 supermarkets to 50 degrees
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
輝達’s general counsel intervened, leading the U.S. Commerce Department’s chip-smuggling investigation to be transferred to the Justice Department; the department has gone 18 years without adding a new entity to its Entity List. Republican Representative Thomas Massie’s proposal to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth drew criticism from Trump. France said an Iranian cyberattack caused refrigeration systems at 700 supermarkets to malfunction, resulting in heavy losses. Iran warned South Korea not to send troops under the pretext of helping reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Facts
輝達 general counsel Tate sent an email to the U.S. Commerce Department’s Bureau of Industry and Security, prompting the chip-smuggling investigation into Megaspeed to be transferred to the Justice Department.
The U.S. Commerce Department has not added anyone to the Entity List for more than 1 year, the longest such period in 18 years.
Republican Kentucky Representative Thomas Massie read an impeachment resolution on the House floor, calling for a vote to remove Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
Refrigeration temperatures at about 700 supermarkets in France surged to 50 degrees Celsius during the cyberattack and remained there for about 6 hours.
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei urged South Korea to exercise restraint and not send military forces in the name of helping reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Opinion: Even NT$1 trillion in the National Stabilization Fund isn’t enough—but why does it need to be?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
In response to Deputy Finance Minister Juan Ching-hwa’s proposal to increase the National Stabilization Fund’s ceiling from NT$500 billion to NT$1 trillion, this article questions the need for market intervention. It notes that Taiwan’s current stock market capitalization and trading volume far exceed those at the fund’s inception. Although the current ceiling may seem inadequate, the fundamental problem is political interference in the market, and the article recommends dissolving the fund outright.
Facts
Deputy Finance Minister Juan Ching-hwa said the National Stabilization Fund’s ceiling is insufficient and hopes it can be raised to NT$1 trillion.
The National Stabilization Fund was established under legislation passed in 2000, during Lee Teng-hui’s presidency.
In 2000, the total market capitalization of listed companies in Taiwan was about NT$11 trillion, and the stock market’s average daily trading value was about NT$112.6 billion.
Taiwan’s total stock market capitalization reached NT$94 trillion last year and has now climbed to NT$130 trillion.
Taiwan’s average daily stock market trading value has reached NT$973 billion so far this year.
Taiwanese stocks plunged 3737.67 points intraday last Friday and closed at 39,701.64 points, falling below the 4萬-point mark.
The National Stabilization Fund announced last Friday that it would launch its 10th market-stabilization intervention in history.
Opinion: Young public-sector workers vote with their feet—who is hollowing out the public system?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The article says Taiwan’s public-sector system is facing a severe talent drain, with resignations and retirements among civil servants reaching a five-year high, many of them young newcomers. The author criticizes the government for blaming external factors, arguing that the real causes are entrenched internal problems such as workplace bullying, unpaid overtime and poor management. Without improvements, the foundations of national governance will be hollowed out.
Facts
Recently, the number of civil servants nationwide who resigned or retired both reached five-year highs, while the number of people sitting for civil service exams fell sharply.
More than half of those who left had served for less than 5 years.
Su Chun-jung, head of the Directorate-General of Personnel Administration, blamed the public-sector talent drain on declining birthrates, a strong economy and a generational gap in values with Gen Z.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs received 23 complaints of bullying at overseas missions over the past 3 years, including a case in which a senior official was dismissed for verbally abusing a subordinate.
Civic groups revealed that 88 government agencies nationwide had failed to pay overtime or provide compensatory leave to employees who worked beyond regular hours.
Some government agencies tacitly allow employees to clock out and then continue working, a perverse practice intended to keep attendance records compliant.
Teachers must pay out of pocket to hire substitute teachers while on leave, amounting to double exploitation.
【ニッセイアセットマネジメント株式会社】Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 9th period (2026/02/11–2026/08/10)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
Nissay Asset Management filed its securities report for the 9th period. Assets and profits rose substantially, and the company continues to manage the fund using a fund-of-funds structure aimed at medium- to long-term growth.
Facts
Nissay Asset Management filed a securities report on Nov. 10, 2026.
Total assets at the end of the current period were 33,170,008,641 yen.
Operating profit for the current period was 4,685,108,567 yen.
The fund’s trust money is capped at 500 billion yen.
【ニッセイアセットマネジメント株式会社】Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 5th period (2025/08/13–2026/08/10)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
Nissay Asset Management filed a securities report for beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts. Total assets reached about 115.2 billion yen, and operating profit was about 3.25 billion yen. The fund was managed using a fund-of-funds structure aimed at medium- to long-term growth.
Facts
Total assets at the end of the current period were 11,515,927,020 yen.
Operating profit for the current period was 3,252,906,896 yen.
The fund is managed using a “fund-of-funds structure.”
【東京海上アセットマネジメント株式会社】Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 10th period (2026/02/11–2026/08/10)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
Tokio Marine Asset Management filed a securities report for the 10th period for beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts. The fund is an ESG fund that invests in companies addressing climate change, and net profit for the current period was about 450 million yen.
Facts
Tokio Marine Asset Management filed a securities report for beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts.
The fund is an ESG fund that invests in shares and other assets of companies actively addressing climate change.
【マニュライフ・インベストメント・マネジメント株式会社】Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 32nd period (2026/02/11–2026/08/10)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
Manulife Investment Management filed its report for the 32nd period. Net assets and operating profit were recorded, and the report outlined management aimed at stable income and growth.
Facts
マニュライフ・インベストメント・マネジメント株式会社 filed its securities report for the 32nd period.
Net assets at the end of the current period were 6,697,208,109 yen.
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Operating profit for the current period was 782,098,969 yen.
The fund aims to secure stable income from distributions and other sources and achieve medium- to long-term growth of the trust assets.
【ゴールドマン・サックス・アセット・マネジメント株式会社】Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 10th Period (2026/02/11–2026/08/10)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
Goldman Sachs Asset Management filed its report for the 10th period. It recorded assets of 17.68 billion yen and operating profit of 1.24 billion yen, demonstrating a track record of investment management aimed at environmental impact and long-term growth.
Facts
ゴールドマン・サックス・アセット・マネジメント株式会社 filed its securities report for the 10th period.
Total assets at the end of the period were 17,680,719,182 yen.
Operating profit for the period was 1,241,386,535 yen.
Current assets at the end of the period were 17,680,719,182 yen.
Net assets at the end of the period were 17,515,826,267 yen.
【ゴールドマン・サックス・アセット・マネジメント株式会社】Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 21st Period (2026/02/11–2026/08/10)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
Goldman Sachs Asset Management filed its securities report for the 21st period of the fiscal year ending August 2026. Net income for the period was about 1.27 billion yen, and total assets were about 7.65 billion yen.
Facts
Goldman Sachs Asset Management filed a securities report on November 10, 2026.
Operating revenue for the period was 1,342,722,552 yen.
Net income for the period was 1,271,486,585 yen.
Total assets at the end of the period were 7,650,257,628 yen.
The fund aims for long-term growth through investment in U.S. equities.
【ゴールドマン・サックス・アセット・マネジメント株式会社】Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 27th Period (2026/02/11–2026/08/10)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
Goldman Sachs Asset Management filed its securities report for the 27th period. Net assets and net income for the period increased, reflecting strong performance from a portfolio focused on U.S. stocks.
Facts
ゴールドマン・サックス・アセット・マネジメント株式会社 filed its securities report for the 27th period on November 10, 2026.
Net assets at the end of the period were 60,234,311,385 yen, up from 54,867,945,073 yen at the end of the previous period.
Operating revenue for the period was 10,419,470,501 yen, and operating profit was 9,852,424,195 yen.
The fund aims for long-term growth of the trust assets, primarily through investment in U.S. stocks.
Current assets increased from 56,007,906,904 yen at the end of the previous period to 61,367,745,898 yen at the end of the current period.
【ピクテ・ジャパン株式会社】Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 6th Period (2026/02/11–2026/08/10)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
Pictet Japan filed its securities report for the period ended August 10, 2026. Net assets were about 554.9 billion yen, and the rate of return was 2.76%.
Facts
ピクテ・ジャパン株式会社 filed a securities report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts).
The rate of return for the 6th specified period was 2.76%.
The fund aims to secure stable and improved sources of distributions and achieve growth of the trust assets.
【ピクテ・ジャパン株式会社】Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 11th Period (2025/08/13–2026/08/10)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
ピクテ・ジャパン株式会社 filed its securities report for the 11th period (2025/08/13-2026/08/10), dated November 10, 2026. Total assets were about 9.43 billion yen, and net income for the period was about 440 million yen.
Facts
ピクテ・ジャパン株式会社 filed a securities report on November 10, 2026.
Total assets for the 11th period were 9,432,068,402 yen.
Net income for the 11th period was 447,552,980 yen.
【ピクテ・ジャパン株式会社】Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 25th Period (2026/02/11–2026/08/10)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
ピクテ・ジャパン株式会社 filed its securities report for the 25th period (2026/02/11-2026/08/10) on November 10, 2026. Net income for the period was about 40.69 million yen, and total assets were about 1.62548 billion yen.
Facts
ピクテ・ジャパン株式会社 filed a securities report on November 10, 2026.
Operating revenue for the 25th period was 49,998,255 yen.
Net assets for the period were 1,604,052,834 yen.
Total assets were 1,625,478,499 yen, and total liabilities were 3,896,687 yen.
The fund aims for medium- to long-term growth of the trust assets, primarily by investing in investment trust securities.
【大和アセットマネジメント株式会社】Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 14th Period (2026/02/17–2026/08/17)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
Daiwa Asset Management filed its securities report for the 14th period. Net assets and current assets declined from the end of the previous period, but operating profit remained positive.
Facts
大和アセットマネジメント株式会社 filed its securities report for the 14th period on November 10, 2026.
Net assets at the end of the 14th period were 3,923,271,349 yen.
The rate of return for the 14th accounting period was 5.9%.
【アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント株式会社】Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 8th Period (2026/02/11–2026/08/10)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
Amova Asset Management filed its securities report for the 8th period (2026/02-2026/08). Net assets were about 5.2 billion yen, and the operating loss was about 150 million yen.
Facts
アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント株式会社 filed a securities report on November 10, 2026.
The period covered by the 8th period was from February 11, 2026, to August 10, 2026.
Net assets at the end of the period were 5,197,068,576 yen.
The operating loss for the period was 149,867,821 yen.
The EDINET code is E12430, and there is no securities code.
【ピクテ・ジャパン株式会社】Securities Report (Beneficiary Securities of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 31st Period (2026/02/11–2026/08/10)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
On November 10, 2026, ピクテ・ジャパン株式会社 filed a securities report for the 31st period. Net assets totaled about 706.3 billion yen, and net assets per 10,000 units stood at 6,040 yen.
【アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント株式会社】Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 8th Period (2026/02/11–2026/08/10)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
Amova Asset Management filed a securities report for the 8th period dated November 10, 2026. Assets totaled about 4 billion yen, and the operating loss was about 90.33 million yen.
Facts
アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント株式会社 filed a securities report on November 10, 2026.
The operating loss for the current period was 90,333,938 yen.
The rate of return for the 8th special period was negative 1.85%.
The EDINET code is E12430, and there is no securities code.
【アセットマネジメントＯｎｅ株式会社】Securities Report (Beneficiary Securities of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 11th Period (2025/08/13–2026/08/10)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
アセットマネジメントＯｎｅ filed a securities report for the 11th period. Total assets were about 19.9 billion yen, net assets about 19.7 billion yen, and operating profit about 9.9 billion yen, as the fund expanded its scale through investment primarily in U.S. stocks.
Facts
アセットマネジメントＯｎｅ株式会社 filed a securities report for the 11th period.
Total assets at the end of the current period were 19,911,664,728 yen.
Net assets at the end of the current period were 19,665,309,136 yen.
Operating profit for the current period was 9,890,560,977 yen.
This fund is an open-ended investment trust that invests primarily in U.S. stocks.
【ピクテ・ジャパン株式会社】Securities Report (Beneficiary Securities of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 43rd Period (2026/02/11–2026/08/10)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
Pictet Japan filed a securities report for the 43rd period, covering February–August 2026. Net income for the current period was about 28.4 billion yen, and net assets totaled about 100.5 billion yen.
Facts
Total assets were 1,008,467,115,127 yen, and total liabilities were 2,939,321,337 yen.
【アセットマネジメントＯｎｅ株式会社】Securities Report (Beneficiary Securities of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 8th Period (2025/08/13–2026/08/10)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
アセットマネジメントＯｎｅ filed a securities report for a domestic investment trust. The fund aims to preserve principal by investing in ゴールドマン・サックス社 bonds and posted an operating loss for the current period.
Facts
アセットマネジメントＯｎｅ株式会社 filed a Securities Report (Beneficiary Securities of Domestic Investment Trusts) for the 8th period.
The fund invests heavily in Goldman Sachs bonds and aims to preserve principal upon redemption at maturity.
Operating profit or loss for the current period was negative 61,236,647 yen.
Original2026年8月31日現在の１口当たり純資産額は0.9677円である。
The actual investment targets of the International Diversified Investment Strategy include stock index futures and bond futures.
【大和アセットマネジメント株式会社】Securities Report (Beneficiary Securities of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 39th Period (2025/08/19–2026/08/17)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
Daiwa Asset Management filed its 39th-period securities report, recording net income of approximately 616 million yen. The return was a strong 27.1%, and net assets also increased.
Facts
The filer is 大和アセットマネジメント株式会社, and the document is a securities report (beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts) for the 39th period.
The return for the 39th calculation period was 27.1%.
【アセットマネジメントＯｎｅ株式会社】Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 28th Period (2025/08/13–2026/08/10)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
アセットマネジメントＯｎｅ株式会社 filed its securities report for the 28th period (2025/08/13–2026/08/10) on November 10, 2026. Net assets at the end of the current period were approximately 512 billion yen, a substantial increase from the end of the previous period.
Facts
アセットマネジメントＯｎｅ株式会社 filed a securities report on November 10, 2026.
【株式会社ＧＣＩアセット・マネジメント】Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 16th Period (2026/02/11–2026/08/10)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
株式会社ＧＣＩアセット・マネジメント filed a securities report dated November 10, 2026. During the period covered, operating revenue was approximately 810 million yen, net income was approximately 550 million yen, and total assets stood at approximately 6.42 billion yen.
Facts
株式会社ＧＣＩアセット・マネジメント is a company with EDINET code E31744 and filed a securities report on November 10, 2026.
【アモーヴァ・アセットマネジメント株式会社】Securities Report (Beneficiary Securities of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 9th Period (2026/02/11–2026/08/10)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
Amova Asset Management filed its 9th-period securities report. Net assets were approximately 559.2 billion yen, and the operating loss was approximately 24.64 million yen.
Facts
The return for the 9th specified period (February 11, 2026–August 10, 2026) was △0.18%.
【大和アセットマネジメント株式会社】Securities Report (Beneficiary Securities of Domestic Investment Trusts) — 39th Period (2025/08/19–2026/08/17)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
Daiwa Asset Management filed a securities report for beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts. Net assets and earnings increased substantially, with the figures underscoring its strong performance in the market.
Facts
The filer is 大和アセットマネジメント株式会社, and the document is a securities report (domestic investment trust beneficiary certificates).
Net assets at the end of the current period (as of August 2026) were 29,198,093,565 yen.
The return for the 39th calculation period was 60.1%.
Operating income at the end of the current period was 11,405,268,965 yen.
Cyberattack on Refrigeration Systems at 700 Supermarkets Sparks Fires; France Says Iran Was Behind It
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
France accused Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps of masterminding cyberattacks on 700 supermarkets. The Paris prosecutor’s office sought international arrest warrants and summoned Iran’s ambassador to warn of sanctions.
Facts
French Foreign Minister Barrot said Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps was behind the cyberattacks.
The refrigeration systems of about 700 supermarkets were hit by cyberattacks overnight from Oct. 11 to 12.
The cyberattacks caused about 20 fires and extensive food losses.
The Paris prosecutor’s office sought international arrest warrants for members of an Iranian cyber group.
The attackers remotely controlled equipment, causing it to defrost abnormally and disabling safety alarms.
Investigators found that the attacks used Persian and network addresses pointing to terminals in Iran.
王品 Seizes Lucrative Group-Dining Opportunity With New Reservation System, Opening Bookings 2 Months Ahead
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Restaurant chain 王品 announced a new reservation system, opening bookings for Christmas and New Year’s Day on Nov. 13. The offer covers 18 brands and more than 240 locations. The move aims to meet strong demand for holiday dining and comes amid recent double-digit revenue growth.
Facts
王品 announced on Nov. 13 that its new reservation system was launching, with bookings opening for the Christmas holidays and New Year’s Day next year.
The booking period covers 18 brands and more than 240 locations across Taiwan.
Original重要節日檔期的用餐人潮是非假日的2倍。
王品’s consolidated revenue in October reached NT$2.13 billion, up 8% year on year.
王品’s consolidated revenue for the first 10 months reached NT$21.67 billion, up 12.56% year on year.
Revenue for the Taiwan business group in October was NT$1.72 billion, up 6.91% year on year.
Revenue for the China business group in October was NT$410 million, up 12.77% year on year.
台積電 led heavyweight stocks in a sharp rebound in Taiwan shares today (10), taking the benchmark index back above 43,000 points. Trading value is estimated at NT$1.1 trillion. The market staged a technical rebound with support from the National Stabilization Fund, but foreign investors remain cautious and hold a large number of short positions. Investors are advised to favor technology leaders alongside defensive stocks.
Facts
The Taipei Stock Exchange’s main board rose more than 1,300 points in early trading, taking the benchmark index back above 43,000 points.
Full-day trading value is estimated at NT$1.1 trillion.
Electronics stocks rose 3.06%, accounting for 76.37% of total market trading value.
Foreign investors’ futures short positions topped 100,000 contracts.
Taiwan’s exports in October hit a monthly record of US$96.76 billion.
Ukrainian Official: Zelenskyy Will Meet Putin Anywhere Outside Moscow, Even in Antarctica
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Ukraine’s permanent representative to the United Nations, Andrii Melnyk, said on the 9th that Zelenskyy was willing to meet Putin anywhere outside Moscow, including Florida or Antarctica. He stressed the importance of a face-to-face meeting between the leaders to achieve a political breakthrough and urged allies to provide air defense assistance.
Facts
Ukraine’s permanent representative to the United Nations, Andrii Melnyk, speaks at a U.N. Security Council meeting on the 9th.
Zelenskyy is willing to meet Putin anywhere outside Moscow, including Florida or Antarctica.
The U.S. will mediate working-level talks between Russia and Ukraine in Abu Dhabi from the 10th to the 11th.
Melnyk urged allies to provide air defense assistance as soon as possible, particularly Patriot missiles.
Melnyk said a political breakthrough between Russia and Ukraine would be almost impossible without talks between their leaders.
The 2026 Double 11 warm-up best-seller list released by momo購物網 showed that beauty products, daily necessities and 3C products were the three top-selling categories.
Consumers in New Taipei City placed the most orders during momo’s Double 11 warm-up promotion.
Consumers in Kinmen County had the highest average spending per order during momo’s Double 11 warm-up promotion.
The number of new customers attracted by momo’s livestream marketing grew by more than 4 tenths year on year, while the value of livestream orders rose by 3 tenths.
Sales volume in the beauty category reached 3.5 times its usual level.
Trump Questions Fairness of U.S. Midterm Elections: How Could Polls Be So Far Off?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 鉅亨網
Trump questioned the fairness of the midterm elections without offering evidence. Schumer hit back and predicted Democrats would win majorities in Congress.
Facts
Trump questioned the fairness of the midterm elections in a post on Truth Social, blaming the gap between polls and results on the voting system.
Senate Democratic Leader Schumer hit back at Trump, criticizing him for once again falling into election denialism.
Schumer predicted Democrats would secure their largest congressional majority in decades during the remainder of Trump’s term.
Trump questioned the fairness of the election and raised concerns about voting machines without presenting specific evidence.
House Democratic Leader Jeffries mocked the polls, saying they were indeed wrong—but because they underestimated Democrats’ performance.
In an interview with The New York Times on Nov. 3, Trump said he was willing to accept the election results and prepared to work with Democrats.
Pre-election polls showed Trump and Republicans with low approval ratings on the economy, immigration policy and the war with Iran.
輝達 shares plunged 4.3% amid a scandal over CEO Jensen Huang’s extramarital affair, while the S&P 500 rose 2.3%, its biggest one-day gain since April. Such a divergence has occurred only three times since 輝達 joined the index in 2001. The rare decoupling shows how the usual link between individual company events and the broader market can break down when a company carries the heavy index weighting of the world’s largest by market value.
Facts
輝達 shares plunged 4.3% on Monday.
The S&P 500 rose 2.3% that day.
This was only the third time since 輝達 joined the index in 2001 that its shares fell more than 4% while the S&P rose more than 2%.
輝達 accounts for 6.7% of the S&P 500.
When 輝達 shares fall at least 4%, the S&P 500 has declined by an average of more than 1.6% over the same period.