Central Taiwan Science Park exports exceed NT$758.5 billion in first 9 months; annual revenue forecast to top NT$1 trillion again
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
中部科學園區管理局 announced exports of NT$758.546 billion in the first 9 months, up 58.36% year on year, and forecast full-year revenue of NT$1.3 trillion in 2026. The second-phase expansion plan at the Taichung park is expected to draw more than NT$1 trillion in investment, with annual output value potentially reaching NT$500 billion after completion in 2028.
Facts
Exports totaled NT$758.546 billion in the first 9 months of this year
Up 58.36% from the same period last year
Full-year revenue is forecast to reach NT$1.3 trillion
The Central Taiwan Science Park has 246 tenant companies
Employment totaled 65,277
Up 7.85% from the same period last year
Up NT$279.542 billion from the same period last year
The second-phase Taichung park expansion plan covers about 89.75 hectares
Leading companies have currently leased about 50 hectares
More than NT$1 trillion is expected to be invested in building factories
After completion and the start of mass production in 2028
Average annual output value is forecast to reach NT$500 billion
Huang's alleged affair raises US national security concerns; Chinese scholar says US could tighten AI chip exports to China
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Allegations of an affair involving 輝達 CEO Jensen Huang have raised US national security concerns. A Chinese scholar said the controversy could lead to tighter US controls on AI chip exports to China and affect China-US trade and economic negotiations, as well as the dilemma facing US chip policy.
Facts
The Commerce Department's export approvals for the H200
Technology stocks drive gains; Nikkei closes up more than 2%
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Tokyo stocks closed higher today, buoyed by gains in technology shares. The Nikkei rose 2.9% to 60,459.58 points, while the Topix gained 1.98% to 3,893.71 points.
Yaita Akio targeted in transnational repression; Hong Kong gang member pleads guilty in court and seeks reduced sentence
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Hong Kong gang member Liao Kang-fa beat Yaita Akio, head of the 印太戰略智庫, in Taichung. Prosecutors determined the case involved transnational repression and indicted him under the Organized Crime Prevention Act. Liao pleaded guilty to all charges in court and sought a reduced sentence. The judge ordered a summary trial, with a ruling expected on December 3.
Foreign Ministry: Paraguay's political situation will not affect diplomatic ties; new president to be invited to Taiwan at a later date
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Foreign Ministry said developments in Paraguay's political situation would not affect ties between the two countries. It confirmed that the newly elected president, Ariyana, canceled a planned visit to Taiwan in late November because of domestic circumstances and would be invited at a later date. The ministry also stressed that Taiwan's assistance programs in Paraguay were proceeding as usual, while bilateral investment consultations with Malaysia were put on hold over remarks by the Malaysian prime minister.
South Korea uses AI system to detect digital sex crimes, monitoring online content 24 hours a day
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
South Korea's Central Digital Sexual Crime Victim Support Center has introduced an AI system to automatically monitor online content 24 hours a day to detect digital sex crimes, greatly improving case-processing efficiency.
Facts
Automatically collects online content based on keywords 24 hours a day
The center currently has 43 authorized staff positions
77.6% of all victims are in their 10s and 20s
Those in their 10s account for 28.5%
Those in their 20s account for 49.1%
There were 20 victims under 10 years old last year
An increase of 1.8 times from the previous year
The center handled 45,438 cases last year
In the 6 months since AI was introduced, it has handled 96,210 cases
Puma Shen: Overused his throat; will resume afternoon schedule after resting
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Democratic Progressive Party Taipei mayoral candidate Puma Shen canceled his public appearances this morning due to overusing his throat and an infection, then resumed his schedule after resting at noon. He discussed his cultural-currency policy platform, responded to controversy over Chiang Wan-an's remarks about child abuse, and spoke about an interview with 愛莉莎莎 and his willingness to work with candidates in other counties and cities.
Japanese woman sentenced to 6 months' detention for liking ex-boyfriend's posts 14 times despite restraining order
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A 33-year-old woman surnamed Saito in Tokyo violated a stalking restraining order by liking her ex-boyfriend's posts 14 times and reposting 1 time on X平台. The Tokyo District Court sentenced her to 6 months' detention, suspended for 3 years.
Private plane crashes in southern Philippines, carrying 6 foreign nationals
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A private plane carrying 6 foreign nationals crashed in Digos City in the southern Philippines. Rescue workers have begun operations, and casualties have yet to be confirmed.
Double 11 logistics surge: New Taipei warns of fines up to NT$1 million if labor inspections find drivers overworked
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
新北市政府勞動檢查處 urged major logistics operators and freight companies not to make drivers work excessive hours or become overworked amid the surge in logistics demand during the Double 11 shopping festival. Violations of the Labor Standards Act could result in fines of up to NT$1 million, and the business and responsible person's information would be made public.
Facts
Daily working hours must not exceed the 12-hour limit
New building for 新店耕莘醫院 breaks ground; Li Sichuan and Su Qiaohui attend ceremony
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
新店耕莘醫院 held a groundbreaking ceremony for its new medical building in New Taipei City, attended by incumbent Mayor Hou You-yi and mayoral candidates Li Sichuan and Su Qiaohui, representing the blue and green camps. Hou thanked the archbishop for raising about NT$6 billion for construction and said he hoped the next mayor would help complete the project; Su and Li each voiced their support and pledged oversight in speeches.
Facts
Protecting the greater Wenshan area...58 years in remote communities
竹北市公所 stop unveils space-themed bus shelter combining reading and smart transit
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
竹北市公所 stop in Hsinchu County has introduced a “space-themed bus shelter” featuring a reading area, wireless phone charging and a smart e-paper bus stop sign. Inspired by 竹北星際圖書館, it is now in a trial-operation phase.
Keelung mayoral debate closing statements: Tong Tzu-wei presents 4 major visions; Hsieh Kuo-liang says love can overcome all
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
In closing statements at the Keelung mayoral election debate, Democratic Progressive Party candidate Tong Tzu-wei presented four major visions, including oversight of 協和電廠, subsidies for advance care planning consultations and increased education funding. Kuomintang candidate Hsieh Kuo-liang stressed that he was facing suppression and said he would use love to overcome everything; he also discussed plans for a smart technology park and shopping center.
foodpanda says it can no longer absorb costs, raises platform fees by NT$2 to 6 starting 11/15
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
foodpanda said the implementation of the special law governing food delivery has increased operating costs by about 32%, and announced that it will adjust platform fees for regular users starting Nov. 15, with the average increase estimated at NT$4 to 6 per order. Fees for Pandapro members will be adjusted starting Dec. 1, with the average increase estimated at NT$2 to 4 per order.
Facts
Overall operating costs have increased by about 32%
Platform fees for regular users to be adjusted starting Nov. 15
US media: US military evacuates aircraft from second UK base amid Iranian threat
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
US media reported that the US military is moving aircraft out of RAF Mildenhall in England in response to the Iranian threat, marking another withdrawal of aircraft from a UK base after RAF Fairford. The US has raised the protection status at the relevant bases to Charlie level, and the congressional “Gang of Eight” was briefed. President Donald Trump said a war with Iran was unlikely.
Facts
Original（中央社華盛頓9日綜合外電報導）
Two US military aerial refueling aircraft based at RAF Mildenhall
(Compiled by: Tsai Chia-min) 1151110
Companies mentioned：中央社、華爾街日報、The Wall Street Journal
Canada and China sign financial cooperation document in Vancouver; rally outside calls for Joshua Wong’s release
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Canada and China held an economic and financial strategic dialogue in Vancouver and signed a financial cooperation document. People rallied outside the venue, calling for the release of Joshua Wong and other Hong Kong prisoners. Scholars warned that closer trade ties carry risks and said human rights values should not be overlooked.
Penghu’s Huxi Township launches mobile library, bringing reading to remote communities regardless of distance
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Huxi Township Office in Penghu County secured a donation from 宏致電子 for a mobile library van named “Zhai Fen.” It was launched today at Longmen Elementary School and will visit schools and communities, bringing reading to remote areas regardless of distance.
Cryptocurrency analyst Chen Mei-hui dies in car crash; driver sentenced to 2 years and 3 months on appeal
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Cryptocurrency analyst Chen Mei-hui died in a highway crash. On appeal, 台灣高等法院 found the professional driver, surnamed Hsu, guilty of negligent homicide and sentenced him to 2 years and 3 months in prison.
Facts
Sentenced to 2 years and 3 months in prison
Traveling at about 106 to 108 km/h
Exceeding the 100 km/h speed limit on that section of road
Keelung mayoral election debate: media questions focus on transport and welfare policies
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 2026 nine-in-one election debate for Keelung mayor took place, with Democratic Progressive Party candidate Tong Tzu-wei and incumbent Mayor Hsieh Kuo-liang, who is seeking re-election, clashing over transport issues including metro construction, intercity buses and city buses, as well as welfare policies for older people. They presented their respective platforms and criticisms on metro route planning, the dispute over railway removal, older residents’ health insurance costs, the farmers’ pension allowance and bus service operating losses.
Facts
Only 10 homes to be demolished
Spend 3 times as much
Discussed for more than 30 years
Seniors aged 65 and over
Cumulative losses reached NT$2 billion
Increase the number of services on intercity bus route 1815
K-pop group BTS to perform in Kaohsiung; local produce turned into concert-themed smoothie goes on sale on the 11th
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Ahead of K-pop group BTS’s Kaohsiung concert, the Kaohsiung City Agriculture Bureau has teamed up with 萊爾富 to offer a limited-time “Purple You” smoothie, on sale at 650 stores across Taiwan starting on the 11th. It has also partnered with 18 restaurants offering discounts to ticket holders, and will hold a Shen Nong Market event at Aozihdi Forest Park.
Facts
On sale starting on the 11th at 650 萊爾富 stores across Taiwan
650 萊爾富 stores across Taiwan
Partnering with 18 green-friendly restaurants and meal-box providers
People can present their tickets to the BTS Kaohsiung concert from the 19th to the 26th
The “Shen Nong Market” will be held at Aozihdi Forest Park on the 21st and 22nd
Taiwan stocks gain 1,050 points to close at 42,711, above the 5-day moving average; electronics and plastics rally
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan stocks closed up 1,050.22 points at 42,711.92, moving above the 5-day moving average. Electronics, plastics and other sectors performed strongly, while 台積電, 聯發科, 奇鋐 and several other stocks hit their daily price limits. An analyst said the National Financial Stabilization Fund’s entry was mainly aimed at calming sentiment, while actual buying came from institutional investors and returning market funds; signs have emerged of a reversal in the technology sector’s weak trend.
Soldier charged with hit-and-run after driving into and killing migrant worker illegally crossing road
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Soldier Mr. Yao was driving to see the Taiwan Lantern Festival when he struck a Thai migrant worker illegally crossing County Route 168 in Chiayi County and killed him, then fled. Chiayi prosecutors determined the pedestrian’s violation was the primary cause of the accident and that Yao was not responsible for negligent homicide, but indicted him on suspicion of fleeing after causing a death.
Hsu Shu-hua opens campaign office in Ren’ai; Wen Shizheng hopes to serve local residents
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Hsu Shu-hua has opened a joint campaign office in Ren’ai Township, highlighting the results of cooperation between the county government and township office. DPP candidate Wen Shizheng appealed to local residents on social media to give him a chance to use his experience as a doctor to care for his hometown.
Nikkei: India forms commando unit to strengthen close-quarters combat amid border standoff with China
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 印度邊境警察 (ITBP) has formed a dedicated commando unit called the “Valiant Platoon” along the India-Tibet border, strengthening its capabilities in close-quarters combat, high-altitude operations and drone surveillance to address the border standoff with Chinese troops.
Latest AI learning partner features showcased at Information Month; identifies learning difficulties and helps overcome bottlenecks
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 教育部 showcased 4 latest features of its AI learning partner “e度” at the 115 Information Month and Taiwan Education Technology Expo, including identifying learning difficulties, helping teachers design teaching materials and applications in smart classrooms. The theme was “AI Ark Sailing Toward Digital Equality.”
Facts
115 Information Month and Taiwan Education Technology Expo
The 4 latest features released
Taking place from the 12th to the 15th of this month at 台北世貿一館
Plans for 4 major exhibition areas
A “special forum” is scheduled to be held on the 14th
Chiang Wan-an hopes to create a waterfront space along the Tamsui River, says city governance takes more than slogans
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an inspected the Tamsui River waterfront environmental improvement project, saying that city governance requires concrete action and resolve. He also addressed preparations ahead of the election, his response to remarks by Shen Po-yang and unity within the KMT camp.
Facts
Key News of the 2026 Nine-in-One Elections
Original中央社記者 楊淑閔 台北10日電
Taipei team ready 18 days before the election
Regarding the Safe and Reassuring March to be held on the 14th
China’s October exports rose 35.2% year on year, beating forecasts; trade surplus topped US$1 trillion in first 10 months
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Data released by 中國海關總署 showed that exports in October rose 35.2% year on year, beating forecasts, while the trade surplus topped US$1 trillion in the first 10 months. Exports of high-tech products rose on the back of AI infrastructure demand, potentially intensifying tensions with trading partners.
Facts
Total import value rose 41.6% year on year
Trade surplus topped US$1 trillion in the first 10 months
China’s total exports in the first 10 months of this year rose 22% year on year
Total import value rose 29% year on year
Integrated circuit exports totaled about 39.5 billion
November electronics futures rise, financial futures fall
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taipei stocks rose today. November electronics futures settled up 77.70 points at 2638 points, while November financial futures settled down 49 points at 3580.80 points.
Facts
Gained 1,050.22 points
Closed at 42711.92 points
November electronics futures closed at 2638 points
Up 77.70 points
Discount of 2.97 points
November financial futures closed at 3580.80 points
Ko Chih-en attends church forum and signs “Family-Friendly Pledge”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
KMT Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Ko Chih-en attended a church forum to discuss marriage and education issues, and signed the “Family-Friendly Pledge.” Her policy proposals include “respite vouchers,” “affordable housing” and higher social worker pay.
Facts
Children aged 0 to 6
48-hour respite vouchers
An additional 24 hours provided
Targeting families with children or planning to have children, where adults are aged 25 or older and under 45
Kinmen teacher found dead after reported humiliation over gender expression; family seeks independent investigation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A substitute junior high school teacher in Kinmen County was reportedly found dead after being humiliated by students over their gender expression. The family called for an independent investigation. The 教育部 pledged to strengthen oversight of gender equality procedures and establish a dedicated contact point, while lawmakers proposed that the ministry appoint outside committee members and that students be allowed to submit evidence anonymously.
IPO financing documents hastily withdrawn after issuance; Anthropic says pricing information was incorrect
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Anthropic withdrew documents after disclosing IPO details to banks, saying the pricing information was incorrect. Alphabet, 輝達 and other technology companies pledged to invest US$26 billion.
Jensen Huang’s extramarital affair entangled in intelligence case; Trump’s business ties and chip policy under scrutiny
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 輝達（Nvidia） board is investigating whether CEO Jensen Huang became a target of a foreign intelligence operation because of his close ties to Huang Le, who has been accused of spying for China. The case has prompted US political scrutiny of ties between Trump and Huang, as well as chip export policy, and the company’s shares fell more than 4%.
Taiwan stocks extend gains, rising 1050 points to close at 42711; 台積電 closes at a record high of NT$2285
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan stocks opened higher and rebounded today, closing at 42711.92, up 1050.22 points. 台積電 closed at a record high of NT$2285, while 聯發科 and 台達電 also posted strong performances.
What to bring to the 2026 Nine-in-One Election and referendum: voting locations, procedures and ballot counts compiled
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 2026 Nine-in-One Election and referendum will be held on Nov. 28. This article compiles information on how to find polling locations, ballot counts, required items, voting procedures, entry rules and workers’ rights.
Facts
Nov. 28, 2026
3 ballots in municipalities under direct administration (provincial-level)
“The End of Everything,” a dark satire, wins the Booker Prize for British science fiction writer Harrison, 81, setting a record
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
British science fiction writer M. John Harrison won the Booker Prize for his novel “The End of Everything,” becoming the oldest-ever recipient of the award.
Facts
M. John Harrison, who is 81
The award comes with £50,000
(about NT$2.08 million)
“The End of Everything” is M. John Harrison’s 13th novel
In pictures: Taiwan leopard cats help farmers catch rats, but end up dying as a result! The reason behind it is unexpected
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
This article reports on the ecology and conservation status of Taiwan leopard cats, noting that rodents are their main food source, and introduces how farmers in Nantou County are improving habitats through wildlife-friendly farming. It also warns of the risk of leopard cats being poisoned by rodenticides and calls for agriculture and ecology to coexist.
Facts
According to the second edition of the Leopard Cat Conservation Action Plan, published in 2025, rodents accounted for the largest share of leopard cats’ diet in research conducted in Nantou, at 43.3%.
On Oct. 5, 2024, the Taichung Branch of the Forestry and Nature Conservation Agency released infrared camera footage from a Wugu mandarin orchard in Dongshi, showing a leopard cat carrying a rat.
Data from the Forestry and Nature Conservation Agency in August 2026 showed that 55 farmers in Nantou were participating in leopard cat-friendly farming, covering more than 99.70 hectares.
A 2023 Leopard Cat Conservation Action Plan report found rodenticide in 1 sample of stomach contents and 4 liver samples from dead leopard cats.
Around 2014, Liu Qizhong, a fruit farmer in Dongshi, Taichung, switched to grass cultivation and began participating in leopard cat-friendly farming, avoiding the use of herbicides.
威剛 abruptly scraps plan to buy back 6,000 treasury shares! It had planned to spend nearly NT$3.2 billion but suddenly reversed course; reason revealed as shares swing from gains to losses
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
威剛 urgently canceled its planned treasury share buyback, worth nearly NT$3.2 billion, because its corporate bonds had not yet been listed and it was subject to regulatory restrictions. Although the move caused the stock price to fluctuate, revenue in October hit a record high for the same period, and the company expects memory supply and demand to remain tight in 2027.
Facts
威剛 announced it was canceling its original plan to buy back 6,000 lots of treasury shares.
The cancellation was due to restrictions under the securities dealers’ association’s self-regulatory rules, as 威剛’s unsecured ordinary corporate bonds had not yet been listed.
威剛’s consolidated revenue in October reached NT$17.06 billion, up 282.3% year over year.
威剛 had originally planned to spend up to about NT$3.193 billion on a treasury share buyback.
威剛 Chairman Chen Li-pai expects the DRAM supply shortage in 2027 could be more severe than in 2026.
Create compliant ads and more effective marketing! 麗富康 joins 傳保會 to invite experts to explain advertising regulations, drawing enthusiastic participation from a large crowd of partners
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
麗富康國際 and 傳保會 co-hosted an advertising regulations course on Nov. 9, with Dr. Wu Yi-hsuan explaining key advertising compliance requirements for the beauty industry. The course aimed to help direct sales businesses avoid regulatory pitfalls and improve marketing safety. Sessions in both northern and southern Taiwan were full, reflecting strong industry demand for compliance knowledge.
Facts
麗富康國際 joined 傳保會 to hold the professional course “Avoiding Advertising Pitfalls in the Beauty Industry” on Nov. 9.
The course invited Dr. Wu Yi-hsuan to explain compliance principles for food and cosmetics advertising.
Whether an advertisement violates regulations must be judged by considering its wording, images, audio, video and overall presentation.
Even without directly mentioning a disease, content may still violate regulations if it leads consumers to associate it with disease prevention, improvement or treatment.
Social media posts, LINE messages and health education articles on websites may all constitute advertising.
Patents and trademarks do not exempt advertising claims from liability; all product claims must still be adequately substantiated.
The course received an enthusiastic response at both its northern and central Taiwan sessions, with high registration and every session fully booked.
Classic drinks meet playful fashion: ALICE + OLIVIA teams up with 可口可樂 to create 19 colorful collaborative pieces
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
ALICE + OLIVIA and 可口可樂 have teamed up to launch 19 collaborative pieces in celebration of 可口可樂’s 140th anniversary. The capsule collection blends the aesthetics of both brands, with campaign images photographed by Ellen von Unwerth, showcasing American flair and feminine appeal.
Facts
ALICE + OLIVIA announced an exclusive collaborative capsule collection with 可口可樂.
The collaboration includes a total of 19 pieces.
The collaboration celebrates the 140th anniversary of 可口可樂.
The campaign images were shot by legendary fashion photographer Ellen von Unwerth.
Stacey Bendet is the founder, CEO and creative director of ALICE+OLIVIA.
Bea Perez is executive vice president and head of global communications, sustainability and strategic partnerships at 可口可樂公司.
The collaboration includes a highly collectible tote bag.
Companies mentioned：ALICE + OLIVIA、ALICE+OLIVIA by Stacey Bendet、可口可樂、可口可樂公司
Pet dogs and cats across Taiwan top 3.2 million! 萬達寵物 leverages economies of scale and OMO to strengthen its big-get-bigger advantage
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
萬達寵物 (6968) posted revenue of NT$2.727 billion in the first 3 quarters of 2026, with profits rising significantly on the back of Taiwan’s expanding pet market and economies of scale. The company is actively expanding its stores to 154 and consolidating its leading position through OMO integration and cross-sector partnerships.
Facts
Revenue reached NT$2.727 billion in the first 3 quarters of 2026, up 15.67% year over year
Operating profit was NT$135 million, up 34.97% year over year
After-tax profit attributable to the parent company was NT$96.31 million, up 28.56% year over year
The total number of pet dogs and cats across Taiwan exceeded 3.2 million
Monthly revenue in October hit another all-time high, reaching NT$331 million
OMO revenue from January to October 2026 rose 44.78% year over year
萬達寵物’s 寵物公園 chain has reached 154 stores across Taiwan
Delivery costs drive operating expenses up 32%; foodpanda adjusts platform fees, with average increases of NT$4 to NT$6 for regular users
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
With the new special law raising operating costs by 32%, foodpanda announced an adjustment to its platform fees. Regular users will pay NT$4-6 more starting 11/15, while Pandapro members will pay NT$2-4 more starting 12/1, to maintain service stability.
Facts
Since the Delivery Workers’ Rights Protection and Platform Management Act took effect on July 21 this year, foodpanda’s overall platform operating costs have risen by about 32%.
foodpanda will adjust platform fees for regular users starting Nov. 15, with an estimated average increase of NT$4 to NT$6 per order.
foodpanda will adjust platform fees for Pandapro subscribers starting Dec. 1, with an estimated average increase of NT$2 to NT$4 per order.
The special law stipulates that the hourly compensation rate, when calculated, must not be less than 1.25 times the minimum hourly wage.
The new compensation and service-performance rules require platforms to adjust their dispatch mechanisms, systems and related operating procedures.
Many people don’t know about the high-speed rail’s “six major free services”! Charging and transfers cost nothing, and snacks and coffee are available too.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
台灣高鐵 offers six major free services, including free Wi-Fi, charging facilities, transfers to express buses at 7 stations, guidance services, refreshments in business-class cars and convenient services at stations. The services aim to improve the passenger experience, but note that there are no water dispensers on trains, so passengers should prepare water at the station.
Facts
Free access to the “iTaiwan” wireless network is available at all 12 台灣高鐵 stations and on its trains.
Passengers with a same-day ticket can ride express buses for free from 7 high-speed rail stations: Taoyuan, Hsinchu, Miaoli, Changhua, Yunlin, Chiayi and Tainan.
Free charging areas are available in the vestibules of Cars 4 and 12 on high-speed rail trains, while business-class seats are equipped with 110V power outlets.
There are no water dispensers on high-speed rail trains; only vending machines selling cold drinks are available.
Passengers with tickets for the business-class car in Car 6 can enjoy complimentary snacks and hot coffee, juice, hot tea or bottled water.
Senior passengers and passengers with reduced mobility can reserve an onboard guidance service at least 1 hour before departure.
Car 7 is an accessible car with 4 wheelchair spaces, which must be reserved in advance.
The top of Japan’s three famed wagyu breeds arrives! Gion・Zen-in regularly sources A5 top-grade Matsusaka beef for an exquisite Kansai-style feast for two.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Gion・Zen-in, part of 二本松餐飲集團, began regularly sourcing A5-grade Matsusaka beef on Nov. 10 and launched a feast for two to meet demand for high-end dining.
Facts
二本松餐飲集團’s 祇園・禪院壽喜燒專門店 is introducing for the first time Matsusaka beef, the top of Japan’s three famed wagyu breeds and the highest A5 grade, for regular service.
The new restaurant is launching its new “Zen-in Matsusaka Beef Feast for Two” starting Nov. 10.
The restaurant has become 加藤牧場’s designated sales outlet for Matsusaka beef from Mie, Japan.
The Matsusaka beef introduced by the restaurant is raised for as long as 34 months and fattened for more than 700 days, and is certified by 松阪牛協議會.
The Matsusaka beef sukiyaki trio features carefully selected sirloin, flat iron and chuck flap, paired with three types of Japanese sugar (nakazarato and sanontō).
Tech for social good! Uber joins forces with Taipei’s Department of Social Welfare to visit long-term care facilities, teach digital ride-hailing and build an inclusive smart city.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Uber partnered with the Taipei City Department of Social Welfare to promote digital ride-hailing for seniors at three long-term care facilities and donated nearly 2.5 million in credits to six nonprofit organizations, supporting age-friendly services and convenient mobility for diverse groups.
Facts
Uber and the Taipei City Government Department of Social Welfare joined forces to teach seniors digital ride-hailing at three long-term care and residential care facilities.
Uber provided corporate credits worth nearly NT$2.5 million to support six local nonprofit organizations.
Original「年長者帳戶」使用人數年成長近五成。
Uber provided each participating senior with NT$500 in ride credits.
More than half of “senior account” users are new Uber users.
Chinese tourists aren’t keen on Japan, South Korea or Thailand! The 10 countries and regions Chinese travelers love most: affordable, fun, nearby and ideal for independent trips and vacations.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
中國旅遊研究院 released its 2025 outbound travel satisfaction rankings, with Macao taking the top spot for the second consecutive year, New Zealand and Australia placing second and third, and Hong Kong rising to fourth. Taiwan, Japan and South Korea did not make the list.
Facts
中國旅遊研究院 released its “Top 10 Destinations for Chinese Outbound Travelers in 2025 by Satisfaction” on July 6, 2026, with Macao ranked first for the second consecutive year.
The top 10 destinations for Chinese outbound travelers in 2025 by satisfaction, in order, were Macao, New Zealand, Australia, Hong Kong, Argentina, Spain, Singapore, Italy, France and the United Kingdom.
Hong Kong rose to fourth place in the 2025 satisfaction rankings from sixth place the previous year.
Hong Kong received about 26.71 million visitor arrivals in the first half of 2026, up 13% from the same period last year.
Visitors from mainland China accounted for about 77% of all arrivals to Hong Kong in the first half of 2026.
Macao received more than 29 million visitors from mainland China in 2025.
In the first three quarters of 2026, shopping accounted for 44.7% of visitors’ non-gaming spending in Macao, while dining made up 22%.
Store water now! Major water outages will hit 11 counties and cities tomorrow, leaving “the whole family without water from morning until night”; check your home’s outage area with one click.
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
台灣自來水公司 issued a water outage notice for Nov. 11 covering 12 counties and cities, including Taipei and New Taipei. The outage in Gukeng, Yunlin, will last 10 hours. Residents should store water in advance and turn off their pump motors; outage information is available through the official Line account.
Facts
Some areas across Taiwan will experience water outages or reduced water pressure on Nov. 11, affecting 12 counties and cities.
台灣自來水公司 advises residents to start storing water at least 6 hours before an outage.
During a water outage, turn off the power to pump motors to prevent damage from running dry.
Graphic》Father saves NT$3.7 million for son, then faces an additional NT$150,000 in taxes and a fine! Tax bureau reveals “1 key point” many people don’t know.
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The National Taxation Bureau of Taipei, Ministry of Finance, shared a case in which a father placed NT$3.7 million in fixed-term deposits in his son’s name without reporting the gift and was assessed additional tax. The gift tax exemption will rise to NT$2.44 million in 2026; amounts above that must be reported as required by law, and voluntary amended reporting can avoid a fine.
Facts
A father placed NT$3.7 million in fixed-term deposits in his son’s name in 3 transactions in 2021. He was assessed an additional NT$150,000 in tax and a fine for failing to report the gifts.
In 2026, each donor is entitled to an annual gift tax exemption of NT$2.44 million.
If the total value of property a donor gives to others in the same year exceeds that year’s exemption, the gifts must be reported within 30 days of the gift that exceeds the exemption.
The annual gift tax exemption in 2021 was NT$2.2 million, and the father’s gifts of NT$3.7 million that year exceeded the exempt amount.
Can you get caught if someone takes over your seat midway through an all-you-can-eat buffet meal? Former employee reveals 4 tight security measures: the consequences of getting caught are serious.
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A former employee has revealed four strict measures high-end buffet restaurants use to prevent people from switching diners midway through a meal: facial recognition by seating area, alerts over walkie-talkies, reviewing surveillance footage and having a manager step in. Online commenters warned that the act could constitute fraud under the Criminal Code and carry criminal liability.
Facts
A meal at a high-end buffet can easily cost more than NT$1,000 per person.
Original防範中途換人的第一招是分區認臉。
The second way restaurants prevent diners from switching midway through a meal is alerts over walkie-talkies.
The third way restaurants prevent diners from switching midway through a meal is reviewing surveillance footage.
The fourth way restaurants prevent diners from switching midway through a meal is having a manager step in.
The older they get, the wealthier they become! 3 zodiac signs are born with wealth and longevity, enjoying abundant fortunes and greater blessings in their later years.
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A fortune-telling column in Sohu.com says that people born in the years of the Ox, Dragon and Rat are blessed with wealth and longevity because of their personality strengths. Oxen are steady, Dragons decisive and Rats shrewd; all three enjoy financial abundance, good health and long lives in their later years.
Facts
According to a fortune-telling column in Sohu.com, the Ox, Dragon and Rat are the 3 zodiac signs believed to be born with wealth and longevity.
The wealth secret of people born in the Year of the Ox is “building up little by little, one step at a time”; they are classic cases of “blooming late and seeming simple while being wise.”
The secret to the longevity of people born in the Year of the Ox lies in being “easygoing”: they remain composed and calm in the face of adversity.
With outstanding connections and unwavering decisiveness, people born in the Year of the Dragon often come out on top in the workplace and business world.
People born in the Year of the Dragon always maintain their enthusiasm for life; even in their seventies or eighties, they remain energetic and youthful in spirit.
People born in the Year of the Rat have a keen business instinct and strong financial acumen, and are skilled at spotting opportunities in the details.
The longevity of people born in the Year of the Rat rests on their strong ability to “seek good fortune and avoid disaster” and handle crises.
More Chinese spies in Silicon Valley than in Washington: security experts reveal spies’ 3 favorite tactics and analyze the full scope of potential threats.
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An affair scandal involving 輝達 CEO Jensen Huang prompted a board investigation. Although there is currently no evidence of classified information being leaked, the case exposed the intelligence threat of “honey traps” targeting senior executives. Experts warn that espionage is rampant in Silicon Valley and say companies should strengthen background checks and establish non-punitive reporting systems to protect core secrets.
Facts
輝達（NVIDIA） CEO Jensen Huang publicly admitted on Nov. 8 that he had been unfaithful to his wife. The board subsequently launched an internal investigation and listed him as a subject of an inquiry into suspected links to Chinese intelligence agencies.
Nvidia's board stressed that there is currently no reason to believe national security or Nvidia's internal secrets have been leaked or compromised.
If senior executives in AI and national security-related industries are penetrated by intelligence operatives, foreign intelligence agencies can accurately predict the future technological direction of companies and even entire countries.
英飛凌 unveils the world's first 12-inch silicon carbide power wafer! Chip output is 2.3 times that of 8-inch wafers, targeting AI and automotive demand
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英飛凌 announced that it had successfully produced functional power devices using 12-inch silicon carbide wafers, with production efficiency 2.3 times that of 8-inch wafers, and will exhibit the world's first sample. The development validates the feasibility of bringing large-diameter silicon carbide from the laboratory into real-world manufacturing, aiming to meet demand for efficient power delivery in the AI and automotive markets.
Facts
英飛凌 successfully produced functional power devices using 12-inch silicon carbide wafers at its wafer fab in Villach, Austria.
Each 12-inch silicon carbide wafer can produce about 2.3 times as many chips as an 8-inch wafer.
英飛凌 will unveil the world's first 12-inch silicon carbide power semiconductor wafer at the Munich electronics trade fair.
英飛凌 successfully validated the feasibility of applying Cold Split technology to 12-inch silicon carbide wafers at its Dresden site in Germany.
英飛凌 announced on October 27 that it would invest about €1.1 billion in Villach to establish a mass-production plant for gallium nitride power semiconductors using a 12-inch wafer process.
英飛凌 CEO Jochen Hanebeck said the company now has 12-inch wafer technology for silicon, gallium nitride and silicon carbide.
12-inch silicon carbide technology is addressing power supply needs behind computing infrastructure, with applications in solid-state transformers, circuit breakers and power supplies.
Taiwan's longest National Freeway is this one! Stretching 518 kilometers, it runs from Keelung to Pingtung and crosses rivers and deep valleys; it took 16 years to complete
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Taiwan's National Freeway 3 is a north-south expressway connecting Keelung and Pingtung. Its main route is about 432 kilometers long, making it Taiwan's longest expressway. Construction was carried out in stages starting in 1987, and the entire route opened to traffic in 2004. The project was intended to ease traffic on National Freeway 1 and promote balanced urban and rural development.
Facts
National Freeway 3 was built to ease traffic on National Freeway 1 and promote balanced urban and rural development.
National Freeway 3 has 358 bridges, 17 tunnels, 74 service interchanges, 18 system interchanges and 7 service areas along its route.
Three major institutional investors sell a net NT$14.8 billion! 投信 adds NT$36.8 billion, snapping up 1 heavyweight stock
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Taiwan stocks surged 2.52% to 42,711.92 points on the 10th. The three major institutional investors sold a net NT$14.823 billion. 外資 recorded net selling of NT$34.117 billion for the 9th consecutive session, and 自營商 sold a net NT$17.536 billion; only 投信, with net buying of NT$36.829 billion for the 21st consecutive session, helped support the market by buying heavyweight stocks including 台積電.
Facts
Taiwan's weighted index rose 1,050.22 points at the close on the 10th, ending at 42,711.92 points.
The three major institutional investors recorded combined net selling of NT$14.823 billion today.
外資 and 陸資 recorded net selling of NT$34.117 billion today, marking the 9th consecutive trading day of net selling.
投信 recorded net buying of NT$36.829 billion today, marking the 21st consecutive trading day of net buying.
自營商 (hedging) recorded net selling of NT$11.997 billion today, marking the 23rd consecutive trading day of net selling.
Politician seeking reelection reportedly dies suddenly at age 59! 2 candidates die in succession; Changhua election commission responds
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During the nine-in-one elections, 2 candidates in Changhua County reportedly died suddenly at age 59. The Changhua County Election Commission issued a statement on the unexpected incidents.
China's threat to take Taiwan by force has never diminished! Bloomberg analyzes in an opinion piece how Taiwanese are responding to the risk of war
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彭博商業周刊 reported on how people in Taiwan are responding to China's military pressure, including financial preparations, civil defense training and efforts to maintain normal daily life.
Facts
彭博商業周刊 interviewed about 24 Taiwanese people from different backgrounds to explore how they view the risk of war and prepare for it in their daily lives.
Liu Yu-hsi, a professor at 世新大學, advised people to set aside 6 months' worth of living expenses, including some cash in New Taiwan dollars and foreign currencies, and to spread deposits across different banks.
A report by 玉山銀行 and KPMG showed that assets held by high-net-worth individuals in Taiwan increased by more than 50% in 2025, reaching a total of US$1.34 trillion.
A 29-year-old engineer surnamed Tsai at 台積電 in Hsinchu is concerned that 台積電's expansion in the US, Japan and Germany could weaken the "silicon shield," but is more worried about housing prices.
The government has adjusted the content of military exercises, slowing mobile internet speeds during annual drills to simulate communications disruptions during wartime.
Taiwanese people hold a total of US$5 trillion in financial assets, and rank fifth globally in per capita net financial wealth.
NT$18,000 gone! Driver wore a seat belt but overlooked 1 rule and was heavily fined and had their license plate confiscated on a national freeway; they only found out when the ticket arrived
Under the Road Traffic Management and Penalty Act, fines for dangerous driving range from NT$6,000 to NT$36,000.
Those who violate dangerous-driving regulations will have their vehicle license plates suspended for 6 months.
The highway bureau reminds drivers that they must keep their hands on the steering wheel and pay attention to road conditions when driver assistance is activated.
The driver assistance systems in vehicles currently on the market are fundamentally not "fully autonomous driving."
Explainer: Receiving labor insurance pension but not all your retirement benefits? 勞保局 explains how to claim the "other payment"
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勞保局 explained that labor insurance pensions and the new labor pension system are separate programs. Those already receiving a labor insurance pension can still apply for their labor pension if there is a balance in their individual account. The claiming age for labor pensions is 60; those with at least 15 years of service can choose monthly payments or a lump sum. Employers must continue making contributions by law if retirees return to work.
Facts
The statutory claiming age for labor insurance old-age pensions will rise to 65 starting in 2026.
Monthly labor pension benefits are paid quarterly, not deposited each month.
Explainer: Teresa Teng's classic love song was once banned! 6 songs were censored in Taiwan, for reasons that are hard to believe
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This article examines why six classic love songs were banned during Taiwan's martial law era, including political associations, ideological censorship and concerns about public morals. The restrictions were strict, and the censorship system did not end until 1990, reflecting cultural control under authoritarian rule.
Facts
In November 1974, the Government Information Office announced a ban on 91 Mandarin pop songs, including "The Moon Represents My Heart."
"Four Seasons Red" was suspected of promoting the Communist Party and banned because the word "red" appeared in its title and lyrics.
"When Will You Return?" was discovered by the Taiwan Garrison Command in 1968, which ordered it banned; changing its title still did not help it evade censorship.
"Green Island Serenade" was banned because the government believed it compared Green Island to a rocking boat and could be mocking political instability.
Taiwan came under martial law on May 20, 1949, and remained under martial law until it was lifted on July 15, 1987.
Starting in 1979, the government required all songs to be submitted for review before release or public broadcast.
The Hsinchu railway station building was constructed in 1913 and is the oldest surviving station building in Taiwan that is still operating and has been designated a national monument. Designed by Matsugasaki Manchō, it features German Gothic and Baroque styles. Like Tainan Station, it is a monument still in operation, but Hsinchu Station is older.
Facts
The Hsinchu railway station building was completed in 1913 and is the oldest surviving railway station building in Taiwan that is still operating.
The Hsinchu railway station was designed by Japanese architect Matsugasaki Manchō.
Hsinchu railway station features German Gothic style with Baroque decorations.
Hsinchu railway station was designated a second-grade monument in 1998 and is now a national monument.
Tainan railway station is also a national monument station that remains in operation.
The TRA Hsinchu Station and HSR Hsinchu Station are separate stations, with the TRA Liujia Line connecting them.
Don't shop at NET or UNIQLO for clothes! Insiders recommend 1 brand instead: affordable, versatile and comfortable, with plenty of styles; you can fill a bag without hurting your wallet
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Japanese affordable functional clothing brand WORKMAN has drawn attention after its store count reached 1910, surpassing UNIQLO. It applies professional workwear technology to everyday clothing and offers competitive prices. The brand may enter Taiwan as early as 2027 through pop-up stores, and offers a variety of store formats to meet the needs of different customer groups.
Facts
WORKMAN has 1910 stores in Japan, surpassing UNIQLO in scale.
WORKMAN could enter the Taiwan market through pop-up stores as early as 2027.
Some of WORKMAN’s cold-weather and windproof products cost only 二分之一 to 三分之一 as much as those from well-known outdoor brands.
Workman Colors is the flagship store format the brand plans to prioritize when entering Taiwan.
The MEDIHEAL line uses special fibers containing minerals and features designs related to far-infrared rays.
A U-neck undershirt from the MEDIHEAL line costs 990 yen.
The 580-yen cooling T-shirt is one of WORKMAN’s popular must-buy items.
Taiwanese consumers’ favorite e-commerce platform is this one! It made nearly NT$80 billion this year: “Low prices, fast shipping, and reliable after-sales service.” Netizens say it has no competition.
富邦媒 (momo) posted cumulative revenue of NT$79.98 billion in the first 9 months of 2026, a record for the same period.
The launch of the new iPhone 18 Pro series drove double-digit year-over-year sales growth in 富邦媒’s 3C and home appliance categories.
欣新網 posted cumulative revenue of NT$4.925 billion in the first 9 months of 2026, up 26.76% year over year.
91APP-KY posted cumulative revenue of NT$1.658 billion in the first 9 months, with both monthly and cumulative revenue hitting records for the same period.
騰雲科技’s cumulative revenue in the first 9 months rose 39.68% year over year, mainly due to a sharp increase in software sales by its Thai subsidiary, TSpace.
Do parents have to pay tax when giving their children more than NT$2.44 million? The tax-free allowance may rise in 2027! A guide to inheritance and gift taxes.
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With the cumulative rise in the consumer price index reaching 11.91%, the Ministry of Finance is expected to announce by the end of 2026 that the inheritance tax exemption will rise to NT$14.92 million and the gift tax exemption to NT$2.73 million in 2027, reflecting the impact of inflation.
Facts
The inheritance tax exemption is expected to rise to NT$14.92 million in 2027.
The cumulative rise in the consumer price index triggering the adjustment is 11.91%.
The Ministry of Finance is expected to formally announce by the end of 2026 the tax exemptions applicable in 2027.
In 2026, the inheritance tax exemption is NT$13.33 million, and the spousal deduction is NT$5.53 million.
BBC asks: Has Jensen Huang betrayed the United States as well as his wife?
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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is under investigation over an affair with Huang Le, who has been accused of being a Chinese spy, prompting concerns about whether he leaked AI chip technology to China. Although there is no conclusive evidence of a leak, the affair has violated the company’s code of conduct and has implications for U.S.-China geopolitical competition.
Facts
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is under an internal company investigation over an alleged affair with Huang Le, a woman accused of being a Chinese spy.
Huang Le was CEO of Megaspeed, a data center company headquartered in Singapore. The company bought billions of dollars’ worth of Nvidia products in November 2025.
The latest generation of Nvidia data center equipment starts at £37,000 (about $50,000) per unit.
The U.S. government initially imposed export bans on newer Nvidia products to prevent China from using them, then slightly eased the restrictions.
Nvidia’s code of conduct states that company members should not have personal relationships with customers; Huang may have violated this rule.
Trump described Huang as “an honest man” and speculated that there must be a reason behind the matter, saying he had no intention of distancing himself.
Taiwan hits back over Malaysian PM’s “insinuation that Taiwan is a breakaway province of China”; Foreign Ministry confirms bilateral investment talks suspended.
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Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim insinuated that Taiwan was a breakaway province of China and justified the use of force to unify it, prompting a strong condemnation from Taiwan’s Foreign Ministry. The ministry confirmed that bilateral investment talks have been suspended, and Taiwan has also canceled trade talks to safeguard its sovereignty and the interests of Taiwanese businesses.
Facts
In an interview in mid-August, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim insinuated that Taiwan was a “separatist” province of China.
Anwar said that if a state in Malaysia decided to secede, he would use force to safeguard the country’s integrity and unity.
Taiwan’s Foreign Ministry confirmed that it suspended efforts to advance bilateral investment talks last month.
Taiwan decided to cancel bilateral trade talks with Malaysia that had been scheduled for the end of October.
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Xiao Guangwei said the talks were suspended to protect Taiwanese businesses’ investment interests, with national sovereignty and economic security taken into consideration.
Explainer: In the past, when couples divorced, custody of the children generally went to the father! Taiwan did not change the law until 1996. How much did mothers lose out?
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This article looks back at the history of Taiwan’s Civil Code, which before a 1996 amendment generally awarded custody to fathers after divorce, and explains how women’s groups pushed for the law to be changed to prioritize “the best interests of the child.” Current statistics show that mothers are awarded custody far more often than fathers.
Facts
Amendments to the Civil Code were promulgated on September 25, 1996, removing Article 1051, which gave fathers priority for custody.
In 1994, the Judicial Yuan’s Justices issued Interpretation No. 365, declaring invalid the rule that fathers made the decision when parents disagreed.
In 1995, women’s groups submitted a draft amendment to the Legislative Yuan with signatures from 30,000 people.
In 2024 district court divorce rulings, mothers were awarded sole custody of the children in 63.9% of cases.
Article 1055-1 of the current Civil Code stipulates that courts must base custody decisions on the best interests of the child.
Stopped at a red light without crossing the line? Miss “1 action” when turning on green and drivers can be hit with a NT$6,000 fine in seconds.
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This article explains the new penalties and enforcement standards for failing to yield to pedestrians when turning on green. Since June 30, 2023, the maximum fine has risen to NT$6,000. Police enforcement criteria include being within 3 meters of a pedestrian and having the vehicle enter the crosswalk. Drivers are reminded to stop and yield.
Facts
Since June 30, 2023, the maximum fine for failing to yield to pedestrians when turning on green has increased from NT$3,600 to NT$6,000.
Police enforcement criteria for failing to yield to pedestrians while turning include the vehicle entering the crosswalk and being within 3 meters of a pedestrian.
The fine for failing to yield to a visually impaired pedestrian ranges from NT$2,400 to NT$7,200.
Failure to yield to pedestrians when turning on a green light is a violation covered by Paragraph 2 of Article 44 of the Road Traffic Management and Penalty Act.
Crossing the stop line on a red light and failing to yield to pedestrians when turning on a green light are separate traffic violations.
Jensen Huang Targeted in Chinese Sex-Entrapment Scheme? Gordon Chang Urges White House to Investigate Government Officials and Trump to Explain Why He “Knew but Did Nothing”
The New York Times reported on October 29 that U.S. intelligence agencies had identified Huang Le, a senior executive at Singapore data center company Megaspeed, as a Chinese intelligence asset.
輝達 announced on November 8 that it had launched an independent investigation, and that Jensen Huang would continue to lead the company during the investigation.
Jensen Huang admitted to being unfaithful to his wife and apologized to employees in an internal email, while saying he would fully cooperate with the investigation.
Gordon Chang said Trump had been briefed about Jensen Huang's relationship with Chinese intelligence personnel about a year earlier.
Will Jensen Huang Be Forced Out of 輝達? New Foreign Analysis Reveals Surprising Odds of His “Departure”
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A reported extramarital affair involving 輝達 CEO Jensen Huang has drawn attention to his future at the company. Foreign media cited prediction-market data showing that the odds of his leaving before the end of the year are only 13.2%, with the market broadly expecting him to weather the controversy and continue leading 輝達.
Facts
The odds that Jensen Huang will resign or be dismissed by December 31 are about 13.2%.
輝達 announced that a special committee comprising independent directors would conduct an investigation.
Prediction markets' accuracy rate, assessed 24 hours before an event's outcome is revealed, reaches 94%.
輝達 is accelerating mass production of its next-generation AI platform, Vera Rubin.
Analysts broadly expect Jensen Huang to continue leading 輝達 at least through 2027.
Jensen Huang Exclaims, “My Gun Is So Powerful”! Enthusiastically Embraces Female Host Face-to-Face—Footage Emerges
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輝達 CEO Jensen Huang has drawn attention amid an extramarital affair controversy. His close interaction and inappropriate remarks with host Shin A-young at an event in Seoul were recently revealed, sparking public debate and scrutiny.
Facts
輝達 (NVIDIA) CEO Jensen Huang is embroiled in an extramarital affair controversy involving “Chinese female spy” Huang Le.
At the GeForce gamer festival in Seoul in October 2025, Jensen Huang said, “My gun is so powerful.”
Jensen Huang warmly embraced Korean host Shin A-young face-to-face at the event.
KMT legislator Chen Yu-chen questioned the government and called for approval of an increase in the Mini Three Links passenger service fee to NT$460 to address growing crowds and facility maintenance costs. Premier Cho Jung-tai said charter capacity would first be expanded to address the current shortage of seats, while a priority booking system remained under consideration.
Facts
During a general interpellation at the Legislative Yuan, KMT legislator Chen Yu-chen called on the Ministry of Transportation to promptly approve Kinmen County Government's proposed increase in the Mini Three Links passenger service fee.
The Mini Three Links passenger service fee is proposed to rise from NT$160 to NT$460 per person for travelers who are not registered residents of Kinmen.
The Mini Three Links recorded more than 1.84 million passenger trips in 2025. The total had exceeded 1.67 million by the end of September 2026, and the annual figure is expected to top 2 million this year.
Kinmen Port Passenger Service Center officially opened on August 3 this year. Its total floor area is approximately 36,000 square meters, and annual maintenance costs alone are nearly NT$100 million.
In the first phase, the international airport service fee will rise from NT$500 to NT$750 starting September 1, 2026. In the second phase, it will rise to NT$1,000 starting September 1, 2028.
Premier Cho Jung-tai said that, for now, demand during peak periods would be met by expanding charter capacity.
Priority booking for Kinmen residents would require integration with household registration data and further technical study. The Ministry of Transportation and the Department of Civil Affairs of the Ministry of the Interior will discuss the matter.
Explainer: Is the PLA's “Silent Exercise” Surrounding Taiwan? More Than 100 Ships Deployed Without Announcement; U.S. Think Tank Warns of Rare Joint Action by Three Major Theater Commands
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National Security Council Secretary-General Joseph Wu and Washington think tanks ISW and AEI said that, with Coast Guard support, the PLA deployed more than 100 ships in the western Pacific, in a rare mobilization involving three major theater commands and aircraft carriers including the Liaoning and Fujian. Beijing's failure to announce an exercise has prompted discussion about its strategic intentions.
Facts
National Security Council Secretary-General Joseph Wu announced that the Chinese Navy and Coast Guard had deployed more than 100 ships in the western Pacific.
Reports by Washington think tanks ISW and AEI said the deployment involved forces from the Eastern, Northern and Southern Theater Commands.
The PLA's most advanced aircraft carrier, the Fujian, left its base in Sanya, Hainan, on November 2 and sailed due east.
Japan’s Defense Ministry recorded the Liaoning and its escort vessels passing through waters near Miyako Island toward the Pacific Ocean from Oct. 13 to 15.
China’s Coast Guard was placed under the People’s Armed Police in 2018 and came under the direct command of the Central Military Commission. In recent years, it has formed joint task units with the People’s Liberation Army.
萬代南夢宮’s Gundam and capsule toys sell briskly! Full-year profit forecast raised to 226 billion yen
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萬代南夢宮控股 announced its financial results on Nov. 10, raising its full-year operating profit forecast to 226 billion yen on strong toy sales and tariff refunds.
Facts
萬代南夢宮控股 raised its full-year operating profit forecast for the year ending at the end of March 2027 from 185 billion yen to 226 billion yen.
萬代南夢宮’s toy division posted a 55.4% increase in first-half profit year on year, and its full-year profit forecast was raised from 127 billion yen to 170 billion yen.
萬代南夢宮’s digital business division posted a 25.5% decline in first-half segment profit compared with the same period last year.
萬代南夢宮 plans to launch a Naruto trading card game in June 2027.
萬代南夢宮’s Osaka factory began operating in November 2026, while its new Shizuoka factory is now fully operational.
萬代南夢宮’s operating profit rose 27.3% year on year from April to September this year.
萬代南夢宮’s toy division earnings include a refund of additional U.S. tariffs recognized by its North American subsidiary.
Could 輝達 survive without Jensen Huang? He once said he wanted to “die at his desk”; analysts point to the biggest test
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輝達 CEO Jensen Huang faces potential questions about whether he can remain in the post amid an affair scandal and an espionage investigation. Experts warn that his departure could send the stock price lower and weaken the company’s competitive edge, but may not deal a fatal blow to its operations. The key is whether a successor can carry on his strategic vision.
Facts
輝達 CEO Jensen Huang has become embroiled in an affair scandal involving Huang Le, dubbed a “Chinese female spy,” and is facing the board and various investigations.
CNN reported that 輝達 is investigating whether a customer was involved in espionage, a probe that could cost Jensen Huang his CEO position.
Jensen Huang once said in an interview that he did not believe in succession plans and hoped to die at his desk.
Columbia Business School professor Harrigan stressed that the board has a duty to conduct a thorough investigation and should dismiss anyone if a leak is confirmed.
Morningstar senior equity analyst Colello said large companies are unlikely to cut capital spending because the identity of a successor is unclear.
Jensen Huang has pledged to continue leading the company, and the board said it had no reason to believe national security information or trade secrets had been leaked.
In pictures: Taiwan has a wild animal that is almost never seen during the day! It shows up in homes at night and even has its babies in the ceiling
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In 2026, the National Science and Technology Council published a study by a National Taiwan University team that collected 426 urban masked palm civet reports through a reporting network, with more than half from Taipei City. The study found that masked palm civets have adapted to urban life, using homes to raise their young and sometimes sharing childcare. It urges the public to avoid disturbing them and seek professional assistance.
Facts
In 2026, the National Science and Technology Council published research on urban masked palm civets led by National Taiwan University associate professor Tseng Hui-yun.
From May 6, 2022, to Dec. 31, 2024, the research team collected 426 masked palm civet reports through the “City Civet Reporting Network,” with more than half coming from Taipei City.
Masked palm civet reports were concentrated in Taipei City’s Da’an, Wenshan, Shilin and Beitou districts, with activity especially likely to be recorded in areas near the mountains.
The study found that some masked palm civets use human-provided food as an urban food source, including dog and cat food, toast, fruit compost and food waste.
While tracking masked palm civets in an urban environment, the research team documented an unusual case of 2 adult females jointly caring for young. The findings were published in the journal Mammal Research in February 2026.
Taiwan is getting a new high-speed rail station! The Executive Yuan has approved the plan; the latest route, station locations, convenient connections to Taiwan Railways and completion and opening dates revealed
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The Executive Yuan has approved the plan to extend the High Speed Rail to Yilan, with a budget of NT$352.1 billion and completion expected in 2037. The new route will run from Nangang to Yilan Station, with just one stop, aiming to shorten travel time between Taipei and Yilan and ease congestion on National Freeway 5.
Facts
The total cost of the High Speed Rail extension to Yilan is about NT$352.1 billion.
The newly built section of the High Speed Rail extension to Yilan will be about 60.6 kilometers long.
The High Speed Rail extension to Yilan is expected to be completed by the end of 2037.
After the High Speed Rail opens, the trip from Nangang to Yilan will take about 20 minutes.
Yilan High Speed Rail Station will be about 350 meters from the county government center.
A one-way trip between Taipei and Yilan could save about 40 to 54 minutes.
A High Speed Rail special district covering about 420 hectares will be developed around the station.
Taiwan’s well-known department store is closing its doors! After 40 years in business, it is bowing out with a clearance sale starting at 6折, and its final opening hours have been revealed.
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麗星百貨, a long-established store in Lukang, Changhua, announced it will close at the end of November due to the owner’s retirement and changes in the market. The store has been in business for more than 40 years and is now holding a storewide clearance sale starting at 6折, drawing large numbers of shoppers.
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麗星百貨 is located on Sanmin Road in Lukang Township, Changhua County, near Longshan Temple, and has served the local community for more than 40 years.
麗星百貨 was taken over by two sisters surnamed Shih, who transformed it from a stationery and accessories shop into a general merchandise store.
Reasons for 麗星百貨’s closure include the owner’s desire to retire, the impact of the pandemic, the growth of online shopping and the arrival of chain retailers.
After announcing its closure, 麗星百貨 launched a clearance sale with prices starting at 6折 throughout the store.
Huang Chien-ting shares tourism expertise as Wu Hsiu-hua takes up the baton to sustain the hot-air balloon brand and create a new year-round tourism vision for Taitung.
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Taitung County Magistrate Wu Hsiu-hua invited former county magistrate Huang Chien-ting to share his experience promoting the hot-air balloon festival. She also outlined a year-round tourism vision, hoping to build on the brand’s strengths and create a new tourism landscape for all four seasons in Taitung.
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Wu Hsiu-hua invited former county magistrate Huang Chien-ting to exchange ideas and sought his advice on the successful promotion of the hot-air balloon festival.
Wu Hsiu-hua proposed a four-season tourism plan: “Spring in the fields, summer under the sky, autumn in culture and winter at hot springs.”
The spring tourism focus will be farm visits, linking farms, tours of production sites and local dining.
Summer tourism will build on the appeal of the Luye International Balloon Festival brand, combining tea plantation experiences with mountain-route itineraries.
Winter tourism will center on Zhiben Hot Springs, combining accommodations, food and nearby attractions.
VR simulations combined with electrical and plumbing work! The Taoyuan-Hsinchu-Miaoli Branch holds an electrical, plumbing and home appliance repair course to help skilled workers from 10 countries learn how to diagnose air conditioner faults.
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勞動部勞動力發展署桃竹苗分署 and 國合會 jointly held a vocational training course in electrical, plumbing and home appliance repair. The 21 participants from 10 countries completed 129 hours of hands-on training, learning VR simulation and on-site repair techniques to strengthen international professionals’ skills and promote technical exchange.
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勞動部勞動力發展署桃竹苗分署 and 財團法人國際合作發展基金會（國合會） jointly held the “115 Electrical and Plumbing Installation and Home Appliance Repair Vocational Training Course.”
The training attracted 21 engineering managers, teachers and vocational training personnel from 10 countries to Taiwan.
The training included more than a month and 129 hours of hands-on sessions, and its closing ceremony was held on Nov. 10 at the Taipei Garden Hotel.
The training covered hands-on techniques including electrical and plumbing installation, air conditioner installation and repair, and home appliance fault diagnosis. Participants were also required to learn construction standards through hands-on practice.
Digital simulation equipment, including virtual reality (VR), was incorporated into the training, allowing participants to familiarize themselves in advance with procedures and construction safety standards in simulated scenarios.
Andrew, a participant from Saint Vincent, said he hopes to extend the service life of equipment through repairs and reduce resource waste.
Aurea, a female teacher from Mexico, plans to promote air conditioner repair skills training for women after returning home, helping more women learn professional skills and expand their employment opportunities.
Lai Chia-jen, director of the Taoyuan-Hsinchu-Miaoli Branch, said he hopes participants will share Taiwan’s training experience and techniques with more local people after returning home, further expanding the benefits of international vocational cooperation.
Taiwan amusement park shuts down! After 16 years in operation, it closes its doors, ending childhood memories; 19,000 ping of land up for auction.
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傑笙遊樂園, once a well-known amusement park in Kaohsiung’s Dashe District, is facing a court-ordered auction of its approximately 19,201 ping of land due to debt problems. The park opened in 1989 and closed in 2005, and has remained abandoned ever since. Its first auction, with a starting price of NT$345.85 million, received no bids. A second auction is scheduled for Nov. 11, 2026, with the starting price reduced to NT$276.68 million.
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傑笙遊樂園 opened in 1989 and was once southern Taiwan’s largest grass-skiing venue, with attractions including an aerial cable car and bumper boats.
傑笙遊樂園 ceased operations in 2005, ending an operating history of about 16 years.
The starting price for the approximately 19,201 ping of land at its first auction was NT$345.85 million, but it failed to sell.
The second auction is scheduled for Nov. 11, 2026, with the starting price reduced to NT$276.68 million.
The land being auctioned is in a hillside conservation zone, designated for forestry use, and will be sold without delivery of possession.
Young stock gurus wake up from their dream! AI stock crash ravages Asian markets, trapping scores of young retail investors and leaving investing influencers with heavy losses.
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The cooling of the AI investment boom has triggered a sharp pullback in Asian technology stocks. South Korea’s KOSPI and Japan’s semiconductor index have fallen sharply, leaving young retail investors and influencers trapped in losing positions and denting market confidence.
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South Korea’s Korea Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI) has fallen about 45% from its June peak.
Japan’s Nikkei Semiconductor Stock Price Index has fallen nearly 20% since its June peak.
Memory chipmaker Kioxia’s stock plunged nearly 37% last week.
The value of the investment portfolio of Rio Negishi, a student at Meiji University in Japan, has evaporated by about 30%.
The value of the stock holdings of Lee Ga-young, a South Korean stock influencer, has fallen to about US$6,000.
The share prices of 三星電子 and SK海力士 have fallen about 16% and 20%, respectively.
The South Korean government has temporarily relaxed collateral requirements for securities firms.
Who will Liao Yuhui’s flop hurt in the race? Scholar says Chiang Wan-an missed an opportunity; Jaw Shaw-kong laments: “Ideology is more frightening than politics.”
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This article examines the potential impact of Liao Yuhui’s poor performance in the local elections on Chiang Wan-an’s campaign. A scholar believes Chiang missed an opportunity, while Jaw Shaw-kong reflects on the dangers of ideology.
Fake news? Reports claim Lithuania demanded that the “Taiwan Representative Office” change its name; Taiwan’s Foreign Ministry responds.
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In response to Lithuanian media reports that its foreign ministry had asked Taiwan’s representative office to change its name, Taiwan Deputy Foreign Minister Chen Ming-chi and spokesperson Hsiao Kuang-wei both declined to comment, saying the related speculation was based on fake news. The Foreign Ministry stressed that the office’s name was agreed upon through negotiations between the two sides and called on democratic partners to uphold their shared values.
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Lithuanian media reported that the Lithuanian Foreign Ministry had presented an informal document in person in late September, asking Taiwan’s Representative Office in Lithuania to change its name within a week before Oct. 1, China’s National Day.
Taiwan Deputy Foreign Minister Chen Ming-chi said in an interview that Taiwan had no comment on rumors circulating publicly, especially speculation based on fake news.
Asked about the matter, Lithuanian Foreign Minister Budrys said he would not comment on the information because the report was inaccurate.
Taiwan Foreign Ministry spokesperson Hsiao Kuang-wei reiterated that the name of Taiwan’s Representative Office in Lithuania was agreed upon by both sides through negotiations based on shared values.
Lithuanian Prime Minister Sinkevicius included restoring diplomatic relations with China to the “ambassador” level in his policy program and hopes to make a breakthrough by the end of the year.
Xiao Zhan and Wang Yibo lose out! TOP10 most popular and enduring male actors in Chinese dramas: the champion is a cool, aloof heartthrob with top-tier looks and real acting chops.
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This article lists the TOP10 male actors in Chinese dramas voted by online users as the most popular and least likely to fade from view, from Wallace Chung to Cheng Yi, and analyzes why they have maintained their popularity and their notable works.
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Online users voted for the TOP10 most popular male actors in Chinese dramas who are least likely to fade from view.
Wallace Chung ranked 10th on the list.
Zhang Ruoyun’s notable works include “Wu Xin: The Monster Killer,” “Medical Examiner Dr. Qin,” “Joy of Life,” “Sword Snow Stride” and “Police Honor.”
Wang Yibo made his debut as a member of the South Korean boy band UNIQ.
Dylan Wang made his debut in 2018 as Daoming Si in the remake of “Meteor Garden.”
Cheng Yi reached a major turning point in his acting career after starring in “Love and Redemption” in 2020.
Yang Yang drew attention in 2026 with The Legend of Mortal Cultivation and the period wuxia drama Rain Bell.
Ren Jialun returned to the spotlight in 2026 through the period fantasy drama A Moment of Marriage.
Can weight-loss shots cause blindness?! FDA asks Mounjaro and Ozempic to carry warnings; study finds risk rises to more than 2 times
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Based on the latest research data, the U.S. FDA is requiring drugmakers including Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk to add warnings to the package inserts for GLP-1 weight-loss and diabetes drugs, such as Ozempic and Mounjaro, alerting users to the risk of vision loss caused by optic nerve disease.
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U.S. FDA requires GLP-1 drugs including Ozempic and Mounjaro to carry warnings about optic nerve disease
Study finds risk of NAION rises to more than 2 times after 2 years of GLP-1 drug use
Study followed nearly 350,000 diabetes patients, half of whom used semaglutide
NAION symptoms include sudden, painless vision loss that may be permanent
The drugs involved include products from Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk
Accused of using garbage truck broadcasts to campaign, then backtracks! Chiang Wan-an accepts Liao Yu-hui's apology; Yang Chih-tou refuses to drop the case: Those who spread rumors should pay the price
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A controversy over campaign messages broadcast from garbage trucks erupted during the nine-in-one elections. Chiang Wan-an accepted Liao Yu-hui's apology, but Yang Chih-tou insisted on keeping the lawsuit and demanded that those who spread rumors be held responsible.
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The incident took place during the nine-in-one elections
台灣自來水公司 is carrying out a water outage in Gangxi and Gangdong villages, Kouhu Township, Yunlin County, for a pipeline replacement project on Zhongzheng Road in Kouhu Township.