Nissan's China sales plunge 67%! Financial report posts another 39.7 billion yen loss as gasoline cars drag down the business across the board
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Nissan reported a net loss of 39.7 billion yen for the first half of 2026, while sales in China plunged 67%, mainly due to shrinking demand for gasoline cars. The company sharply lowered its full-year China sales forecast, and its president acknowledged that China is its biggest challenge, saying it would shift toward strengthening its new-energy vehicle strategy.
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Nissan's consolidated financial report for April to September 2026 showed a final loss of 39.7 billion yen
Nissan's new-vehicle sales in China in October fell 67% from a year earlier
Nissan lowered its full-year 2026 sales forecast for China to 370,000 to 400,000 vehicles
Sales of Nissan's flagship Sylphy sedan fell 76% year over year in September
Nissan's loss in the same period last year was 221.9 billion yen
The market had expected Nissan to earn 19.3 billion yen during the period
Military, civil servant and public school employee pensions to be adjusted uniformly? Latest on proposed easing of the threshold for monthly military pensions; Ministry of National Defense's position revealed
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The Legislative Yuan is reviewing proposed amendments to military pension adjustments, with KMT lawmakers proposing looser eligibility requirements. Defense Minister Wellington Koo stressed the need for consistency across systems and warned that excessively high retirement income could affect workforce stability.
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The Legislative Yuan's Foreign Affairs and National Defense Committee is scheduled to review today (11) a draft amendment to Article 39 of the Act of Service for Officers and Noncommissioned Officers of the Armed Forces.
KMT lawmakers have submitted more than 10 versions, proposing to ease the requirements for adjusting military pensions.
Defense Minister Wellington Koo said the military pension system should be considered in line with the systems for civil servants and public school employees.
Under current regulations, pensions and other benefits received by retired officers and noncommissioned officers must be adjusted when the cumulative CPI growth rate reaches plus or minus 5%.
Original截至今年9月底，軍職人員退撫基金累積收支賸餘約2,200多億元。
8 tenths of the Veterans Affairs Council's annual budget goes toward retirement benefits.
After retirement, 70% of the pension is covered by the Veterans Affairs Council and 30% by the pension fund.
Political maneuvering behind Jensen Huang's affair? Analyst says this group is behind it: more unfavorable news for 輝達 may be coming
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News of 輝達 CEO Jensen Huang's affair emerged, with Huang Le suspected of being a Chinese intelligence asset, prompting a board investigation. Analyst Goldberg warned that the incident could be part of a political campaign targeting people with close ties to the Trump administration, and that Huang's departure would deal a major blow to 輝達.
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Wall Street analyst Goldberg is the only one among 73 analysts covering 輝達 to recommend “sell,” and has warned that the incident may involve political maneuvering.
U.S. intelligence agencies believe Huang Le may be a Chinese intelligence asset, and 輝達's board has launched an independent investigation.
The Trump administration once barred 輝達 from selling lower-spec, low-power chips to China, then later allowed exports and discussed the terms for H200 chip sales.
Analyst Goldberg stressed that it is hard to see anyone who could easily take Jensen Huang's place.
Moon World and Fo Guang Shan become fashion runways! Kaohsiung Fashion Awards' 8 finalists film short videos as city landmarks get new looks
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The Kaohsiung City Government's Youth Bureau is promoting the “2026 KFA Kaohsiung Fashion Awards.” This year, it has combined local landscapes with short-video marketing, taking 8 emerging brands out of the studio to film promotional videos at locations including Moon World and Fo Guang Shan. The final will be held at Kaohsiung Station on November 14, with online voting open to the public.
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The final of the 2026 KFA Kaohsiung Fashion Awards will take place at 4 p.m. on November 14 at Xingaoding, the sunken plaza at Kaohsiung Station.
The Kaohsiung City Government's Youth Bureau took 8 finalist brands to distinctive locations around Kaohsiung to film promotional short videos.
The promotional short videos were posted simultaneously on the official Facebook fan page on the 10th, and voting for the most popular video began.
Voting for the most popular video closes at 5 p.m. on November 16.
The winners are expected to be announced on November 17.
This year's event takes on the special challenge of the circular stage at Kaohsiung Station, with Eelin models and Kaohsiung-based fashion models trained by the “Trendy Model Training Camp” taking the runway.
Singer-songwriter Ariel Tsai Pei-hsuan will give the closing performance after the fashion show.
The Kaohsiung Fashion Awards is now in its seventh year.
Kaohsiung launches two-track aid for agricultural losses! Facility damage in Meinong and Shanlin, and farmland washed away or buried across the city, eligible for subsidies of up to NT$180,000 per hectare
Thousands of burgers sold in 2 days at a Mayday concert! 沈杰 started 無比漢堡 with a food truck; first Kaohsiung shop opens
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The brand 無比漢堡, founded by young burger chef Shen Jie, has opened a brick-and-mortar shop in Kaohsiung's Cianjhen District after 3 years of operating a food truck and selling thousands of burgers at a Mayday concert. It began trial operations on November 9 and officially opens on the 13th.
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無比漢堡 began trial operations on November 9 and officially opened on November 13.
無比漢堡's first Kaohsiung location is on the 1st floor at 367 Minquan 2nd Road, Cianjhen District, Kaohsiung City.
During Mayday's 2024 Kaohsiung concert, 無比漢堡 sold more than 1,000 burgers over 2 days.
無比漢堡 founder Shen Jie once took the food truck to Jin Zhu Elementary School in Neimen District, Kaohsiung City, to treat students and teachers for free.
無比漢堡 insists on carefully selecting whole cuts of meat and making its own burger patties, without using premade meat blends.
無比漢堡 created the toffee burger, bringing caramel-like sweetness to an American-style burger.
無比漢堡's first Kaohsiung shop is open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. without a midday break.
Wugu Interchange set to open to traffic! Su Chiao-hui names next priorities: improvements to Linkou, Xizhi and Jincheng interchanges
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The Wugu Interchange ramp improvement project opened fully to traffic on the 12th. Su Chiao-hui attended the ceremony and said commute times would be greatly reduced. She stressed that she would continue to push for improvement projects at the Linkou, Xizhi and Jincheng interchanges to enhance overall traffic efficiency in New Taipei City.
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The Wugu Interchange ramp improvement project was completed more than five months ahead of schedule and opened fully to traffic at 6 a.m. on the 12th.
The central government subsidized nearly nine-tenths of the Wugu Interchange improvement project's total construction cost of NT$4.3 billion.
With the Wugu Interchange improvement project open to traffic, the drive from Linkou to Xinzhuang is expected to fall from 21 minutes to 7 minutes.
The construction team completed the northbound entrance ramp project after nearly 600 overnight work sessions, while keeping traffic moving.
Su Chiao-hui and legislator Wu Chi-ming jointly sought full central government funding for the addition of the Jincheng Interchange on National Freeway 3, at a cost of NT$2.75 billion.
Hirosaki Neputa Festival brings excitement to Tainan for the first time! Huang Wei-che welcomes Masato Tanigawa as apple and local products carnival kicks off
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Tainan Mayor Huang Wei-che received newly appointed Hirosaki Mayor Masato Tanigawa, with both sides deepening ties between the two cities. They also attended the opening of the Hirosaki Culture and Local Products Carnival that day, promoting exchanges in agriculture and tourism.
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Newly appointed Hirosaki Mayor Masato Tanigawa made his first visit to Tainan at the head of a delegation after taking office on November 11, and was received by Tainan Mayor Huang Wei-che.
The “2026 Aomori Prefecture, Japan—Hirosaki City Culture and Local Products Carnival” is being held at 台南大遠百成功店 from November 11 to 29.
Original遠東百貨預估今年可銷售至少40萬顆弘前蘋果。
Tainan and Hirosaki have been connected through apples and mangoes since 2011, and signed a memorandum of friendship and exchange in 2017.
The carnival's opening ceremony brought Hirosaki's famous “Neputa Festival” to Tainan, with Huang Wei-che and the visiting delegation taking part in the parade.
Hirosaki has joined Tainan's reciprocal program for attractions in friendship cities, and lanterns painted by Tainan schoolchildren have been exhibited in Hirosaki.
Since taking office in April this year, Masato Tanigawa has made his first visit to Tainan leading representatives from the city council and economic, financial, commercial and industrial groups.
Chen Ting-fei campaigns by bicycle back at her political starting point! Emotional appeal in Annan District: “Thank you for nurturing me all along”—invites residents to join her in the mayoral race
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Chen Ting-fei, the DPP candidate for Tainan mayor, returned to Annan District on Day 7 of her bicycle campaign to get out the vote, thanking local residents for their support and highlighting achievements including flood control. She urged voters to cast their ballots on Nov. 28 and help elect her as Tainan’s first female mayor.
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Chen Ting-fei launched the “Ride Out to Get the Vote・The People Can Count on 3” bicycle campaign across 37 districts and visited Annan District on Day 7.
When Chen Ting-fei first ran for the Legislative Yuan in 2008, she established her first legislative campaign support association in Haiwei, on Section 1 of Haidian Road.
During her tenure as a legislator, Chen Ting-fei continued to push for improvements to pumping stations and surrounding drainage systems in Annan District.
Annan District is Tainan’s second-most populous administrative district.
Chen Ting-fei urged supporters to remind their family and friends to turn out and vote on Nov. 28.
Chen Ting-fei joined Tang Yi-jing and Kuo Pin-chen, candidates for city council in the 6th electoral district, to pay their respects and pray for blessings at Haiwei Chaohuang Temple.
Chen Ting-fei hopes to become Tainan’s first female mayor in its 400-year history.
Marine pollution response cannot be a solo effort! Kaohsiung Marine Bureau brings together central government, port authorities, the Coast Guard and industry to build a marine defense network
Lai Jui-lung signs pledge supporting social workers! Five major reforms target low pay, overwork and administrative burdens to make Kaohsiung the city most supportive of social workers
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DPP Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Lai Jui-lung signed a pledge supporting social workers at a social welfare roundtable, proposing five major reforms to improve working conditions.
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Lai Jui-lung signed a pledge supporting social workers and put forward five major reform commitments.
Lai Jui-lung pledged to improve safety protections for field workers, legal assistance and psychological support mechanisms.
Lai Jui-lung will establish a dedicated cross-departmental task force coordinated at the level of the city government secretary-general.
The forum was organized by the Kaohsiung Social Workers' Union and the Kaohsiung Social Workers' Association.
Fooyin University combines expertise in healthcare and sports! 大寮運動中心 brings fitness programs into the community, offering 30 free classes this year and serving nearly 700 participants
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大寮運動中心 and 輔英科技大學 have partnered to bring 30 exercise classes for older adults into the community, serving nearly 700 seniors. The program aims to prevent sarcopenia and encourage social interaction.
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大寮運動中心 has teamed up with 輔英科技大學 to apply its expertise in healthcare and sports, holding a total of 30 free exercise instruction activities for older adults and the community this year.
The series of free activities served nearly 700 seniors in total.
大寮運動中心 is Kaohsiung’s first sports center to partner with a university on a naming-rights basis.
The president of 輔英科技大學 is Lin Jue-shi.
The director of Fooyin’s Health and Sports Development Office is Tsai Fen-ching.
The manager of 大寮運動中心 is Yu Szu-hao.
The activities were led by Coach Liu Chun-hua and other professionals, reaching communities including Daliao, Dashu, Siaogang and Linyuan.
The ratio of male to female seniors participating in the activities was about 1 to 4.
TSMC effect drives population growth in Nanzih! NT$320 million Yuanzhong multifunctional community center puts police services, childcare and senior day care under one roof
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The Kaohsiung City Government spent NT$320 million to build the Yuanzhong Police Station and Multifunctional Community Center, which Mayor Chen Chi-mai inaugurated on the 11th. The facility combines police services, social welfare and community activities to meet the needs of a growing population in Nanzih District amid the expansion of the tech industry.
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The Kaohsiung City Government spent about NT$320 million to build the Yuanzhong Police Station and Multifunctional Community Center.
Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai attended the opening ceremony for the Yuanzhong Police Station and Multifunctional Community Center on the 11th.
The Yuanzhong Police Station and Multifunctional Community Center was designed around the concept of an “urban hill” and built as a 6-story green building.
The facility combines police services, childcare, senior day care, household registration services and a community activity center.
The arrival of major high-tech companies, including TSMC, has driven continued growth in Nanzih’s population and demand for public services.
The new Taiwan Route 17 has opened to traffic, substantially improving connections to and from the Youchang area.
The city government is also moving forward with plans for a new Lantian Elementary School and renovations to Youchang Park and Lantian Park.
Sea breeze, ship horns and rock music come together! “Southbound Songs × Maozao Day” hits the stage at Hongmaogang on 11/21, with 11 bands taking turns rocking the venue
The event brings together 11 bands and DJs for a series of performances spanning rock, folk, electronic and other genres.
More than half of the eleven invited bands are Taiwanese-language songwriting groups.
The event will feature a main stage, a secondary stage, a DJ stage and an open-air singing area, as well as a creative market and “Southbound Songs” themed stalls.
Cultural Affairs Bureau Director Wang Wen-tsui said the “Southbound Songs” project has accumulated more than a thousand original Taiwanese-language songs to date.
The lineup includes Old Cat Detective Agency, Yi Dian Sheng, Ordinary Captain, Proof of Existence, Whoou!, 88 Balaz, Kid King, someshiit Shan-mu, Shallow Levée, and DJs HanChen and Jemp.
From 1 p.m. to 6:20 p.m. that day, free shuttle buses will run between Siaogang MRT Station and the Hongmaogang Cultural Park, departing every 40 minutes.
Metal Industries Research & Development Centre and NTUST win top prize in patent strategy competition; robot sensor fusion technology advances smart healthcare innovation
The Metal Center proposed 3 research topics: healthcare robots, robot sensor fusion technology and implantable sensing devices.
The Metal Center incorporates patent searches and analysis from the early stages of technology development, planning technology development and intellectual property strategy in tandem.
The Metal Center invited the NTUST team to share its research findings, promoting industry-academia collaboration and the practical application of patent intelligence analysis.
The Metal Center will continue to integrate technology development, patent intelligence and industry-academia-research exchanges to strengthen research capacity across diverse fields.
Su Chiao-hui draws enthusiastic support while canvassing at Jinlong Market in Xizhi; radishes presented to wish her a landslide victory; “Wisdom Gathers Stars” rally at Xiufeng Senior High School on Sunday
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DPP New Taipei mayoral candidate Su Chiao-hui canvassed at Jinlong Market in Xizhi and announced three “Wisdom Gathers Stars” campaign events over the weekend, with prominent national and local political figures joining to show their support. She also outlined plans for industrial upgrading and transportation infrastructure in Xizhi.
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Su Chiao-hui canvassed at Jinlong Market in Xizhi on Nov. 11.
Lin Chen Kuan-lan, head of the Jinlong Market Self-Governance Association in Xizhi, presented Su Chiao-hui with a radish as a wish for a landslide victory.
The “Wisdom Gathers Stars” campaign event will take place on Nov. 14 at Sunshine Grassland in Xinzhuang.
The campaign events on Nov. 15 will be held at No. 4 Park in Zhonghe and Xiufeng Senior High School in Xizhi.
President Lai Ching-te, former President Tsai Ing-wen and Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim will attend the campaign events.
Su Chiao-hui plans to develop a “New Taipei Smart Biomedical Industry Corridor.”
Su Chiao-hui pledged to accelerate the Xidong MRT Line project and the Bai Pohu social housing and sports park project.
The 2026 ITF travel fair has ended, with 麗星郵輪 bookings up 1.7 times year on year. To mark its 30th anniversary in Taiwan, it is offering a range of promotions and themed sailings featuring Pili puppetry and Christmas, strengthening its presence in the Taiwan market.
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麗星郵輪's bookings during the four-day 2026 ITF Taiwan International Travel Fair were up 1.7 times compared with the same period last year.
麗星郵輪 is offering a one-night cruise experience starting at NT$2,950 per person.
麗星郵輪 invited the Pili puppetry character Su Huan-chen to appear at its travel fair booth and interact with visitors.
The six-day, five-night Pili puppetry-themed cruise departing from Keelung on Nov. 29 will sail to Kobe and Kochi, Japan.
麗星郵輪's fleet includes the Explorer Dream and Star Navigator.
The Explorer Dream made its maiden voyage from Keelung in March 2025 and will move to Kaohsiung for the winter.
2027 will mark the 30th anniversary of 麗星郵輪's arrival in Taiwan.
Official car spotted in Ximending during work hours? Chen Kuan-yu and Huang Yu-wen raise 4 questions and urge Cheng Chao-fang to explain
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The “Return Me a Clean Hsinchu County Alliance” questioned whether Zhubei Mayor Cheng Chao-fang took an official car to Ximending during work hours, demanded that records be made public, and received no response from the city office.
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The “Return Me a Clean Hsinchu County Alliance” held a news conference in front of the Zhubei City Office on the 11th, questioning Cheng Chao-fang's use of an official car.
The alliance said a comparison of photos showed Cheng Chao-fang arriving at the intersection of Section 1, Zhonghua Road, and Lane 76 in Wanhua District, Taipei City, at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 13, 2023.
Chen Kuan-yu raised 4 questions for Cheng Chao-fang, including why he was there, whom he met, what they discussed and whether it was related to city affairs.
Chen Chia-wei, chief secretary of the Zhubei City Office, declined to respond to the related questions.
Li Hsin-jan questioned the nearly NT$1.4 billion cost of the Zhubei waterfront market and the failure of bids for some neighborhood activity center projects.
Worried about landing a bad job after graduation? Ministry of Labor launches “Corporate Pre-Hiring Program”: secure an internship while in school, then receive NT$10,000 upon graduation and retention
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The Northern Branch of the Ministry of Labor launched a corporate pre-hiring program for young people, using substantial subsidies to encourage companies to provide internship training. Students who stay on after graduation can receive a bonus, helping address the disconnect between education and industry.
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The 勞動部勞動力發展署北分署 is implementing the “116 Academic Year Subsidy Program for Corporate Pre-Hiring of Young People in University and College Employment Programs,” allowing students to gain practical experience while in school and receive a NT$10,000 bonus if they stay on after graduation.
Companies participating in the program must arrange at least 320 hours of on-the-job training and assign a dedicated workplace mentor. They can apply for up to NT$72,000 in training subsidies for each young person they train.
Universities and colleges applying for the program can receive up to NT$900,000 in subsidies for each employment program, as well as an additional NT$2,000 bonus for each partner company successfully matched with the program.
Chen Kuei-hsien, an associate professor in the Department of Marketing and Distribution Management at 致理科技大學, said the university's program is closely aligned with digital marketing skills and incorporates AI tools and Canva into its curriculum.
Applications for the 116 Academic Year Subsidy Program for Corporate Pre-Hiring of Young People in University and College Employment Programs will be accepted until Jan. 15, 116.
Hsinchu County's 5-pronged high school plan adds a new chapter: first publicly established and operated “Zhubei Experimental High School” opens
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Hsinchu County's first publicly established and operated experimental high school, “Zhubei Experimental High School,” was inaugurated on Nov. 11 to meet demand for local school enrollment in the Zhubei area. The school will admit 82 students in its inaugural 115 academic year and offer innovative courses, including cross-disciplinary PBL projects, with the goal of developing future talent with an international outlook and a sense of social responsibility.
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Hsinchu County's first publicly established and operated experimental high school, “Zhubei Experimental High School,” was inaugurated on Nov. 11.
The first phase of construction at Zhubei Experimental High School cost NT$770 million.
Zhubei Experimental High School enrolled 82 students in its inaugural 115 academic year.
Zhubei Experimental High School's core educational philosophy is “FOUR U＝FOR YOU.”
Zhubei Experimental High School admits students through special selection, application-based admission and admission without an entrance exam.
The first phase of buildings at Zhubei Experimental High School was completed just one year after construction began.
The Hsinchu County Government is advancing its “5-pronged high school plan” to address population growth in the Zhubei area and demand for local school enrollment.
Private university presidents gather to discuss AI talent development and education reform, recommend fairer distribution of higher education resources and easing regulations to expand university autonomy
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The 私立大學校院協進會 held a presidents' meeting at 東海大學 on Nov. 10, with officials from 教育部 in attendance. The meeting put forward 5 policy recommendations on talent development and education reform in the AI era, urging the government to ensure a fairer distribution of resources and ease regulations to expand university autonomy.
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The 私立大學校院協進會 held the “2026 Presidents' Meeting of Private Universities and Colleges” at 東海大學 on Nov. 10.
The meeting invited 教育部 Executive Deputy Minister Chu Chun-chang and Department of Higher Education Director Liao Kao-hsien to attend.
The association put forward 5 policy recommendations, including strengthening AI education resources, easing regulations and improving the finances of private schools.
Private universities have long faced tuition controls, while rising personnel and operating costs have added to mounting financial pressure.
The association urged continued efforts to amend Article 62 of the Private School Act, seeking tax incentives for donations to private schools on par with those for public schools.
The National Science and Technology Council approved 3 Central Taiwan Science Park investment projects by 悟智, 氫禾低碳 and 利易達 on Nov. 11, 115, totaling NT$247 million. The move strengthens domestic capabilities in semiconductor self-inspection, low-carbon power supply and lithography equipment, reflecting the park's continued success in attracting high-tech industries.
Bringing together cutting-edge technology: National Library of Public Information presents results of large-format color e-paper combined with generative AI
The presentation officially showcased high-end 55-inch large-format color e-paper displays, cloud-based content management and generative AI applications for virtual-real interaction.
The event was guided by the 經濟部產業發展署 and 國立公共資訊圖書館, organized by the 財團法人資訊工業策進會 and carried out by 新一智能股份有限公司.
For this field deployment, the National Library of Public Information installed 55-inch large-format color e-paper for indoor poster walls and outdoor and indoor information boards.
Another highlight was an interactive art-making experience combining generative AI and color e-paper, where visitors could doodle freely on a tablet and choose their favorite artists' styles.
National Library of Public Information Director Ma Hsiang-ping said that introducing low-energy e-paper can reduce paper printing and directly support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The interactive content links artist profiles, art knowledge and guidance to library collections, allowing visitors to move from hands-on creation to learning about art and exploring reading resources.
Introducing the lives of Indigenous peoples: Miaoli County Indigenous Tribal University annual showcase opens 11/11
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The annual showcase of the Miaoli County Indigenous Tribal University opened on Nov. 11, featuring work from 30 courses. It will move toward developing 4 main course areas to promote cultural transmission and talent development.
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The 115 annual showcase of the Miaoli County Indigenous Tribal University, “Seeking Water・Finding the Way,” will be on display at the Miaoli County Atayal Cultural Museum from Nov. 11 to Dec. 31.
The showcase features work from 30 courses covering cultural skills, language, food, weaving, land knowledge, industry and more.
The Miaoli County Indigenous Tribal University was established in ROC year 92 and has now entered its 23rd year.
Future course planning will develop 4 main areas: study courses, program courses, master lectures and the Senior Scholars Academy.
The event opened with a精彩 performance of Indigenous traditional songs by 隱密處音樂工作室, recipient of this year's Outstanding Tribal Classroom award.
Nantou County's 115 annual volunteer gathering and hiking event draws more than 800 volunteers
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The Nantou County Government held its 115 annual volunteer gathering on the 11th, with more than 800 volunteers taking part in a hike and social activities. Deputy County Magistrate Wang Rui-de, representing County Magistrate Hsu Shu-hua, thanked the volunteers for their contributions. The event also promoted volunteers' physical and mental well-being and support for local industries through community stalls and a voucher program, in response to the United Nations International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development.
More than 800 volunteers from 13 volunteer service categories and 51 teams took part in the event.
Deputy County Magistrate Wang Rui-de represented County Magistrate Hsu Shu-hua in hosting the event and thanking the volunteers.
The event's theme was “Volunteers United for Sustainable Development,” in response to the United Nations' 2026 International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development.
Each participating volunteer could receive a NT$100 voucher to support community businesses.
Communities from 7 townships and cities in the county were invited to set up stalls selling local agricultural products.
Nantou and Yunlin join forces to create the “Caoling Shibi Forest Therapy Park,” hosting the first “International Forum on Forest Therapy and Precision Medicine”
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The “Caoling Shibi Forest Therapy Park,” jointly developed by Nantou and Yunlin counties, was designated a tourist area by the Ministry of Transportation and Communications. Its first international forum was held on November 2, marking a new milestone in regional tourism cooperation.
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The “Caoling Shibi Forest Therapy Park,” jointly proposed by Nantou and Yunlin counties, was officially designated a tourist area by the Ministry of Transportation and Communications.
The Caoling Shibi Forest Therapy Park spans Zhushan Township in Nantou County and Gukeng Township in Yunlin County.
Nantou County Magistrate Hsu Shu-hua and Yunlin County Magistrate Chang Li-shan signed a cross-county tourism cooperation letter of intent on March 24.
The first “International Forum on Forest Therapy and Precision Medicine” was held on November 2.
The Caoling Shibi Forest Therapy Park is Taiwan's first tourist area jointly designated by multiple counties.
“Dancing with the Wind, Clouds in Silk” to create a new landmark for the Windy City; Hsinchu Mayor Kao Hung-an says the Hsinchu International Convention and Performance Center is expected to be completed in 122
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The Hsinchu City Government announced at a press conference on November 11 that a team including 張維哲建築師事務所 had been selected to design the Hsinchu International Convention and Performance Center. The project is expected to be completed in 122 and will provide space for international exhibitions, large-scale performances and parking, filling a gap in the city's public infrastructure.
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The design and supervision technical services contract for the Hsinchu International Convention and Performance Center was evaluated on October 8. A professional team comprising 張維哲建築師事務所, 竹間聯合建築師事務所 and 林同棪工程顧問 was selected.
The Hsinchu International Convention and Performance Center is planned to have 8 above-ground floors and 2 underground floors, and is expected to be completed in 122.
The Hsinchu International Convention and Performance Center will include exhibition space for 400 standard booths, which can also be converted into a concert venue with a maximum capacity of 9,000 people.
The Hsinchu International Convention and Performance Center will have a performance hall with 2,668 standard seats, which can also be converted into a multipurpose performance space with a maximum capacity of 4,000 people.
Design work for the Hsinchu International Convention and Performance Center is expected to be completed by the end of 117, with construction starting in 118.
The Hsinchu International Convention and Performance Center is planned to have 703 car parking spaces and 820 motorcycle parking spaces.
The Hsinchu City Government held a press conference today (the 11th) to report on progress in planning the Hsinchu International Convention and Performance Center.
Employee training at no cost to employers! Ministry of Labor's Small Enterprise Workforce Enhancement Program offers customized group courses; businesses with 5 or more but fewer than 51 employees can apply
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The Yunlin-Chiayi-Tainan Regional Branch of the Workforce Development Agency, Ministry of Labor, said it would continue the Small Enterprise Workforce Enhancement Program, offering full subsidies and customized consulting to businesses with fewer than 51 insured employees to help them pursue digital transformation and talent development.
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The Yunlin-Chiayi-Tainan Regional Branch of the Workforce Development Agency, Ministry of Labor, held its 115 annual results event and announced it would continue the Small Enterprise Workforce Enhancement Program.
The Small Enterprise Workforce Enhancement Program is open to small and medium-sized enterprises that are legally enrolled in employment insurance and have fewer than 51 insured employees.
The program provides on-site consultants to design customized courses and covers all instructor and course costs.
Since the program began in 103, it has helped more than 5,100 small and medium-sized enterprises in the Yunlin-Chiayi-Tainan region, benefiting nearly 160,000 worker attendances.
土庫驛可可莊園 has participated in the program for 5 consecutive years. After receiving guidance, its workforce grew to 4.5 times its previous size and revenue surged 45 times.
依洛嘉國際實業有限公司 adopted resources from the program in 113, obtained AFNOR ISO 22716 international certification and introduced AI tools.
里揚國際商務有限公司 integrated AI collaboration tools into its SEO operations through customized consulting.
Chiang Wan-an crosses county lines to back Hsu Hsin-ying: giant campaign billboard unveiled with the slogan “Wan-an and Hsin-ying, Hsinchu County will win”
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Kuomintang Hsinchu County magistrate candidate Hsu Hsin-ying and Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an have launched a campaign billboard with the slogan “Wan-an and Hsin-ying, Hsinchu County will win.” Chiang also visited Hsu's campaign headquarters to write a message of support. The move symbolizes a strong partnership between the two cities and aims to counter attacks with pragmatic achievements and open politics, and win the election on 11/28.
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Kuomintang Hsinchu County magistrate candidate Hsu Hsin-ying and Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an have joined forces to launch a new giant campaign billboard.
The campaign billboard features the slogan “Wan-an and Hsin-ying, Hsinchu County will win.”
Chiang Wan-an visited Hsu Hsin-ying's campaign headquarters, the “AI Dream Base,” and wrote a message of support in front of the “Dream Star Wish Pool.”
Hsu Hsin-ying's team urged voters to support her on the 11/28 election day.
Hsu Hsin-ying praised Mayor Chiang Wan-an for his record of achievement, vision, warmth and integrity.
Hsinchu Military Dependents' Village Culture Festival opens; Kao Hung-an invites the public to relive the warmth of old homes and neighborhood life
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Hsinchu City Government held the 2026 Hsinchu Military Dependents' Village Culture Festival at Jiangjun Village on November 7, with Mayor Kao Hung-an presiding. The festival aims to preserve the history of military dependents' villages and neighborhood bonds through a range of cultural events and military displays.
Facts
The Hsinchu City Government held the 2026 Hsinchu Military Dependents' Village Culture Festival at Jiangjun Village on November 7.
The festival's theme was “Light in the Village, Warmth Among Neighbors—The Military Dependents' Village Is Everyone's Home.”
Hsinchu City once had 47 military dependents' villages under its administration, representing different branches of the military, including the army, navy, air force and Combined Logistics Command.
The event featured three main themes: “Neighborhood Concert,” “Childhood Grocery Store” and “Stories from the Alleys.”
The event invited the Air Force Command Headquarters and the Second Tactical Fighter Wing at Hsinchu Air Base to display equipment including vehicle-mounted Sky Sword I air defense missile systems.
An unbelievable contrast! Trump's “last letter” of his first term, addressed to Biden, was an unexpectedly warm message of support
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Biden's memoir reveals the warm letter Trump left when he departed office, in stark contrast with his public stance. The New York Times obtained a copy of the letter and excerpts from the book, which show Trump wishing Biden well and urging him to remain true to the American people.
Facts
Biden's memoir will publish the full text of the letter Trump left for him.
The letter was dated January 20, 2021, and the envelope read “To ‘46’.”
In the letter, Trump did not question the election results and offered warm wishes.
The letter was written on White House stationery and signed with a black Sharpie marker.
Jensen Huang acknowledged having an extramarital relationship. The person involved has business ties to Megaspeed, a Singapore-based AI computing company.
Original輝達董事會於11月8日宣布由獨立董事及外部法律顧問進行調查。
Calacanis said the United States may need to reassess its strategy toward China and even consider halting exports of older-generation AI chips.
Calacanis expressed these views on the November 9 recording of the program “This Week in Startups.”
Huang has previously argued for continuing to provide China with compliant AI chips to maintain the influence of the CUDA ecosystem.
First step toward a “non-red supply chain”: German military to completely ban Chinese-made drones
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Germany's Defense Ministry has announced a complete ban on Chinese-made drones over cybersecurity concerns, switching to products from Europe and the United States, and plans to establish a drone and electronic warfare force in 2027 to boost technological autonomy.
Facts
Germany's Defense Ministry has announced that the Bundeswehr will stop using Chinese-made drones altogether.
Germany's Defense Ministry said the ban covers all models of Chinese-made drones, including those used for training.
Germany will prioritize products made domestically or equipment produced by other European countries.
Germany plans to establish a specialized regimental-level unit for drones and electronic warfare starting in 2027.
The newly established drone and electronic warfare force will be assigned to the 10th Armored Division.
There is currently no evidence that Chinese-made drones used by the German military have transmitted classified information to Chinese intelligence agencies.
The German military has not imposed a blanket ban on Chinese-made cars entering military facilities.
Luo Dayou draws backlash for saying “Mainlanders have been terribly mistreated”; Shen Zhengnan speaks out in support against the tide: “The DPP uses this tactic to brainwash younger generations of mainlanders”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Luo Dayou sparked controversy with remarks about mainlanders during the nine-in-one local elections, and Shen Zhengnan subsequently voiced support and criticized the DPP.
260 scholars sign peace initiative; former Examination Yuan president Kuan Chung: Taiwan is in no position to fight a war, and the government is deceiving the people
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Former Examination Yuan president Kuan Chung and 260 scholars have launched a “Cross-Strait Peace Initiative” and plan to hold its founding assembly on the 12th, the anniversary of Sun Yat-sen's birth. They argue that Taiwan is in no position to wage war and should pursue peace.
Facts
260 experts and scholars have launched a “Cross-Strait Peace Initiative,” with a founding assembly scheduled for the 12th.
Former Examination Yuan president Kuan Chung is the initiative's lead organizer and said Taiwan is in no position to fight a war.
Kuan Chung accused the government of deceiving, numbing and misleading the public.
Former Legislative Yuan president Wang Jin-pyng and former Premier Chen Chun will attend the founding assembly.
Participants include senior political figures from the KMT government era, former national security officials, retired senior military officers and people from the pan-Green camp.
Will Blue and White voters return to the fold on election day and “replicate the mass recall”? Dai Li-an reveals the key factor: a repeat may be difficult
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
KMT legislator Dai Li-an analyzed the movements of Blue and White voters after the nine-in-one local elections, saying shifts in the political climate and voter attitudes could make it difficult to repeat a large-scale recall campaign.
Facts
The article's background is the nine-in-one local elections.
Taiwan Affairs Office blasts “transnational repression” as a lie fabricated by the DPP! Mainland Affairs Council: The facts speak for themselves; there is no room for denial
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Taiwan Affairs Office and the Mainland Affairs Council engaged in a heated exchange on the issue of “transnational repression” on November 11. The Taiwan Affairs Office denounced the claim as a lie fabricated by the DPP to promote “Taiwan independence”; the Mainland Affairs Council cited cases in accusing the Chinese Communist Party of using violence against its opponents, saying the facts speak for themselves.
Facts
Taiwan Affairs Office spokesperson Zhang Han said on November 11 that “transnational repression” was a lie fabricated by the DPP.
The Taiwan Affairs Office considers the Anti-Infiltration Act an “evil law” used to suppress political opponents.
The Mainland Affairs Council accused the Chinese Communist Party of using violence against people who disagree with it.
In the case involving the violent assault on Yaita Akio by people from Hong Kong, the suspects have admitted to being paid to carry out the crime.
An investigation found that Taiwanese individuals were paid and directed by people from mainland China to stage the fake car accident involving Huang Yi-hao.
The International Angle: Is Huang Le-zhen a Chinese honey trap? The U.S. government has yet to confirm it, while hawks want to use the case to revive the chip ban
Explainer》Free weekend attractions in Taipei in November! Beyond the Ocean Current Festival, one huge park is perfect for photos and a must-visit for kids and pets
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
This article highlights Taipei's cultural events and exhibitions in November, including discounted tickets for the Taipei Fine Arts Museum's Ryuichi Sakamoto exhibition, the schedule for the Golden Horse Awards ceremony, and reminders about exhibitions nearing their end. It also recommends free attractions such as the Songshan Cultural and Creative Park's Clear Skies Season and notes transportation considerations on election day.
Facts
General admission to the Taipei Fine Arts Museum's Ryuichi Sakamoto exhibition is NT$30; eligible visitors and students pay NT$15, while NT$0 tickets are available by reservation for selected Saturday evening sessions.
The 63rd Golden Horse Awards will be held on November 22 at the Taipei Music Center, marking the first time the ceremony has been held on a Sunday.
《Crazy Forgetful Detective》 leads with 11 nominations, while 《Girl》 ranks second with 10.
The Songshan Cultural and Creative Park's “Clear Skies Season 2026” is free to visit through November 15 and features 12 new large-scale art installations.
The VR immersive experience of the lost pharaoh Khufu's pyramid has been extended through November 30; a single ticket costs NT$800.
November 28 is election day for the nine-in-one local elections; those planning trips that weekend should schedule time for voting and transportation.
The Horror Exhibition in Taipei runs through November 23. General admission is NT$450, while people with disabilities and children in elementary school or younger enter free.
Are the KMT's prospects in 4 major cities looking bleak? Cheng Li-wun admits “some are sounding alarm bells”: “We won't concede defeat before the very last moment”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
Cheng Li-wun voiced concern about the KMT's prospects in 4 major cities in the nine-in-one local elections, admitting that alarm bells were ringing in some areas but stressing that the team would persevere and not give up before the very last moment.
Facts
The election mentioned in the article is the nine-in-one local elections.
Major reversal! Chen Chih-han sued over claim that Lin Chih-chien promised a 450% floor area ratio for Hsinchu Children's Hospital; appeals court rules she verified the claim and owes no damages
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 風傳媒
The Taiwan High Court overturned the lower court's ruling, finding that remarks by Chen Chih-han of the Taiwan People's Party alleging that former Hsinchu mayor Lin Chih-chien promised to raise the floor area ratio for a children's hospital were based on reasonable verification. The court ruled that Chen owes no damages.
Facts
In ROC year 113, Chen Chih-han, director of the Taiwan People's Party legislative caucus, said the floor area ratio of Hsinchu Mackay Children's Hospital had surged from 250% to 450%.
Former Hsinchu mayor Lin Chih-chien filed a civil lawsuit against Chen Chih-han seeking NT$2 million in damages.
The Taipei District Court ruled in the first instance that Chen Chih-han must pay Lin Chih-chien NT$300,000 in damages.
The Taiwan High Court ruled on appeal that Chen Chih-han had conducted reasonable verification and overturned the ruling, finding her not liable for damages.
The president of Hsinchu Mackay Hospital told the board that Lin Chih-chien had promised to raise the floor area ratio to 450%.
雙鴻's Q3 gross margin falls; EPS of NT$11.59 is its second-highest ever
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
雙鴻 announced its Q3 financial results, with quarterly revenue of NT$9.787 billion, up 64.2% year over year, and EPS of NT$11.59, its second-highest ever. Gross margin fell to 25.65%. Net profit for the first 3 quarters totaled NT$3.213 billion, up 95.6% year over year.
Facts
Quarterly revenue of NT$9.787 billion
Up 64.2% year over year
Net profit attributable to the parent company of NT$1.08 billion
Up 11.5% quarter over quarter
Up 10.9% year over year
Quarterly EPS of NT$11.59
雙鴻's Q3 gross margin was 25.65%
Down 4.12 percentage points from the same period last year
Down 2.77 percentage points from Q2
Net profit attributable to the parent company in the first 3 quarters of this year was NT$3.213 billion
Student at Taipei's 成淵高中 buys noodles stained green; school penalizes vendor
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A student at Taipei's 成淵高中 found some of the noodles in a teppanyaki noodle meal had turned light green. The Department of Education found that the breakfast vendor, 紅蕃茄, had used a marker to write labels on meal-container lids, and the ink seeped through because of the heat. The food had not spoiled. The school has penalized the vendor and fined it NT$10,000, banned markers in favor of adhesive labels, and refunded all students who bought the meals.
French supermarkets and blood banks hit by cyberattacks; legislation to close security gaps fast-tracked
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Several French supermarkets and blood centers have recently been hit by cyberattacks, highlighting cybersecurity risks. France is speeding up legislation to incorporate the EU's NIS 2 Directive into domestic law, expanding the scope of entities covered and increasing penalties to strengthen the digital resilience of critical infrastructure.
Facts
3 EU directives
NIS 2, adopted by the EU in 2022
Was originally due to take effect in France in October 2024
The French Senate passed it in 2025
The French Senate did not pass the bill until March 2025
Saudi Arabia reported to OPEC that its crude oil output rose 26% in October to 10.56 million barrels per day, its highest level since before the Middle East conflict began. Iraq's output also rose to nearly 4.9 million barrels per day.
Schools across the UK and Ireland receive threatening emails; authorities deem them a hoax
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Several schools in Scotland, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland received threatening emails. Local police and education authorities assessed them as hoaxes or false threats originating overseas, and said there was no need to evacuate students.
Jin Cai 539 Draw No. 115273: no first-prize winner
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The winning numbers were drawn for Jin Cai 539 Draw No. 115273, with no first-prize winner. There were 164 second-prize winners, each receiving NT$20,000; 72 first-prize winners in 3-Star, each receiving NT$5,000; and 12 first-prize winners in 4-Star, each receiving NT$50,000.
DR Congo reports more than 11,000 confirmed Ebola cases; Kenya starts 42-day countdown to end of outbreak
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Democratic Republic of the Congo has reported more than 11,000 confirmed Ebola cases in total. Kenya's last patient has recovered and been discharged from hospital, starting a 42-day countdown to the end of the outbreak.
Brazilian, Turkish presidents attend COP31, urge that wars and trade disputes not disrupt climate action
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The presidents of Brazil and Turkey called at the 31st Conference of the Parties to the 聯合國 Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP31) for wars and trade disputes not to distract from efforts to address global warming.
Leaders of joint legislatures from US Northwest states visit Taiwan, seek to expand substantive bilateral exchanges
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A delegation of legislative leaders from US Northwest states visited Taiwan. Delegation head Bateman met with Ministry of Foreign Affairs Chief Secretary Chen Kuo-ching. Both sides expressed hopes of deepening cooperation in trade, technology and energy, as Taiwan rises to become the United States’ 4th-largest trading partner.
US ambassador: Taiwan and Israel are both democracies; all 3 sides should work together to address cyber threats
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee and Lee Ya-ping, representative of the 台灣駐特拉維夫台北經濟文化辦事處, said at a forum at 特拉維夫大學 that Taiwan and Israel are both democracies facing shared cyber threats. They stressed that all 3 sides should strengthen cooperation to protect critical infrastructure and advance AI technology.
Bomb threat emails sent to 300 schools in Italy; 大葉大學 alumni account suspected of being hacked
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
At least 300 schools across Italy received mass bomb threat emails, sent from a domain pointing to Taiwan’s 大葉大學. The university said an alumnus’s account was suspected of being hacked. Police assessed the threats as highly unlikely to be credible and evacuated students and staff, while investigators suspect the account was used as a springboard for a cyberattack.
Students from 澎湖海事職校 bring honor to their country at Beijing Special Olympics East Asia football tournament
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Chen En-hong and Chu Yu-cheng of 澎湖海事職校 represented 中華台北隊 at the 2026 Beijing Special Olympics East Asia football tournament. They returned to Penghu in triumph after winning the men’s seven-a-side group title.
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Original陳恩宏與朱育澄2位學生
2026 Beijing Special Olympics East Asia football tournament
Men’s seven-a-side competition
A total of 16 teams from various countries competed
BWF Kumamoto Masters: Chou Tien-chen beats Chinese rising star to advance past first round
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
At the BWF Kumamoto Masters, Taiwan’s Chou Tien-chen beat Chinese rising star Hu Zhe-an in straight games to advance to the next round. Wang Po-wei also won and will face French player Popov.
Monitoring group: Strong El Niño fuels Indonesian wildfires, destroying 2.88 million hectares in 2026
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The monitoring organization 努山塔拉輿圖 said a strong El Niño has fueled wildfires in Indonesia, which have burned 2.88 million hectares of land so far this year—an area 18 times the size of London and exceeding the 2019 record. The fires have caused severe air pollution and affected neighboring countries.
Russia-Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi conclude on 2nd day; sides agree to large-scale prisoner swap
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
US-led Russia-Ukraine peace talks concluded their discussions in Abu Dhabi on the 2nd day, with the sides agreeing to a large-scale prisoner swap and expressing willingness to continue negotiations.
Fire at building on Yongji Road in Taipei’s Xinyi District; 2 residents treated for smoke inhalation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A fire broke out on the 8th floor of a building on Yongji Road in Taipei’s Xinyi District. Two residents on the 9th floor were taken to hospital for smoke inhalation. The fire has been extinguished, and the cause is under investigation.
Facts
Fire on the 8th floor
2 residents on the 9th floor
2 residents
4 command vehicles
16 fire engines
1 ambulance
53 people responded to lay hoses and fight the fire
Spain election looms as housing crisis sparks general strike, disrupting commuters
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Spain saw its first nationwide 24-hour general strike since 2012 in protest against the prolonged housing crisis, disrupting transport and commutes. Unions said participation was strong, while business groups played down the impact. The strike comes weeks before the election at the end of the month.
日產 reported a consolidated net loss of 39.7 billion yen for April-September 2026, marking losses for the same period for 2 consecutive years. Its new vehicle sales in China fell 67% year over year to 22,295 in October, and it lowered its full-year sales forecast for the Chinese market.
Facts
Net loss of 39.7 billion yen
日產 posted a loss of 221.9 billion yen in the same period last year
The market’s average forecast was for a profit of 19.3 billion yen
New vehicle sales in China totaled 22,295 in October
Down 67% year over year
The decline continued to exceed 50%
Sylphy sales fell 76% year over year
Qashqai SUV sales fell 77%
Overall new vehicle sales in China fell 27% year over year
Cumulative new vehicle sales in China from January to October this year totaled 334,887
Huang Renxun controversy puts Southeast Asian chip supply chain oversight in focus; Thai expert says data centers face test
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The controversy involving Huang Renxun has raised US concerns about monitoring the flow of GPUs from Southeast Asia to China. Thai experts said this could make it harder for data centers to obtain chips in the short term, but the long-term AI development trend remains unchanged. Meanwhile, the Thai government approved a new tiered regulatory framework for data centers aimed at reducing investment uncertainty and attracting foreign capital.
China's Double Eleven loses its buzz; consumers say the holiday has become so commonplace it no longer makes an impression
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
China's Double Eleven shopping festival has lost some of its appeal, with reasons including the holiday's normalization, complicated promotional rules and economic conditions. 花旗 said in a report that overall GMV at major e-commerce platforms grew more than 4% year over year, though performance varied across platforms.
Fire breaks out in electrical panel room at Zhubei Far Eastern Department Store; 1,000 evacuated, no injuries
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A fire broke out in an electrical panel in the first-floor equipment room at 遠東百貨竹北店. Employees put it out with fire extinguishers and evacuated about 1,000 people. There were no injuries, the equipment at the scene was operating normally, and the cause of the fire is under investigation.
基士德-KY plans to acquire 49% of Thai company for 100 million baht
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The board of 基士德-KY approved the acquisition of a 49% stake in Thailand's Thai Pinnacle Engineering Co., Ltd. for 100 million baht, and approved its third-quarter financial statements. Revenue for the first 3 quarters totaled NT$1.488 billion.
Man allegedly injured with sickle by cousin over money dispute; Changhua police investigating
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A man surnamed Huang was allegedly injured in the neck with a sickle by his cousin over a money dispute. He fought back and reported the incident. 彰化縣警察局 is investigating the case and seeking a protection order.
美琪瑪 approves capital expenditure budget for Thai subsidiary's plant, with investment estimated at 230 million baht
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
美琪瑪's board approved a capital expenditure budget for a plant operated by its Thai subsidiary, with an investment of 230 million baht planned. It also approved a 200 million baht capital increase for the subsidiary, bringing the cumulative investment to 331 million baht. The company's revenue for the first 3 quarters was NT$2.346 billion, with net profit of NT$323 million.
美利達 earns NT$2.74 per share in first 3 quarters as bicycle market nears end of inventory destocking
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
美利達 reported consolidated revenue of NT$18.4 billion in the first 3 quarters, down 16% year over year, and EPS of NT$2.74. Inventory destocking in the global bicycle market is nearing its end, while markets in Europe and China are recovering.
Science Park Review Council approves 6 investment projects totaling more than NT$10.3 billion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The National Science and Technology Council's Science Park Review Council approved 6 investment projects totaling more than NT$10.3 billion, covering industries including semiconductors, biomedicine and low-carbon technology.
Facts
Approved 6 investment projects
Total investment of about NT$10.307 billion
Another 9 capital increase projects
Capital increases totaling NT$2.57 billion
艾普森生醫 is the largest investment project, at NT$300 million
氫禾低碳 investment of NT$200 million
吉兔喜致賦 investment of NT$60 million
利易達 will establish semiconductor equipment operations at the Taichung Park of the Central Taiwan Science Park, with an investment of about NT$33 million
Left-hander 林子崴 to start in Asian championship opener; Japan's World Classic player 金丸夢斗 set to face him
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Chinese Professional Baseball League's team will face Japan tomorrow in the opener of the Asia Professional Baseball Championship, with 24-year-old left-hander 林子崴 of 樂天桃猿隊 starting. Japan will counter with 23-year-old left-hander 金丸夢斗, a member of its World Baseball Classic team earlier this year.
亞泥 earns NT$2.86 per share in first 3 quarters; board approves share-swap plan for investment
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
亞泥 reported earnings per share of NT$2.86 for the first 3 quarters. Its board approved exchanging its holdings in 遠鼎租賃, which has no substantive operations, for shares in 遠銀國際租賃, and expects to receive cash dividends.
Facts
Earnings per share (EPS) of NT$2.86
Net profit attributable to the parent company for the first 3 quarters was NT$9.513 billion
Nearly 18% year-over-year growth
Every 1.15 遠鼎租賃 shares will be exchanged for 1 new 遠銀國際租賃 share
亞泥's existing 43.6% stake in 遠鼎租賃
Will be exchanged for a 6.49% stake in 遠銀國際租賃
Expects to recognize a one-time disposal gain of about NT$1.7 million
聯友金屬 bullish on tungsten oxide demand; new production line to contribute revenue in Q4 next year
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
聯友金屬 Chairman 吳永中 said the global tungsten oxide market faces an annual supply shortage of about 8,000 to 10,000 tons. In addition to its existing production lines, the company is building a new tungsten oxide line at its Pingtung plant, which is expected to be completed by the end of Q3 next year and contribute revenue in Q4.
Facts
Original全球氧化鎢市場1年短少約8000至1萬噸的供給
Revenue contribution in Q4
China accounts for 8 tenths of global tungsten raw material supply
China's first batch of tungsten mining quotas for 2026 is 60,000 tons
Up 3.45% from the same period last year
China's tungsten concentrate output fell 17% from the same period last year
Pimax officially announces the Comfort Kit & Fiber-Optic Cable, designed exclusively for its ultra-lightweight Dream Air series, delivering comfort during extended wear and top-tier wired PC VR connectivity
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Pimax officially announced the official accessory for its ultra-lightweight Dream Air series, the Comfort Kit with Fiber-Optic Cable. It features an ergonomic strap and on-ear headphones for comfort during extended wear, as well as a 5m fiber-optic cable for a stable wired connection. It is priced at ¥60,000 and is scheduled to ship starting in January 2027.
Facts
5m fiber-optic cable
Price: ¥60,000
Keeps the temperature of the relay box at 30°C or below
Scheduled to ship sequentially starting in January 2027
非営利型株式会社KOTOBUKI specially selected for “Next Generation Leadership” at the Asia Health and Longevity Innovation Award 2026
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
非営利型株式会社KOTOBUKI was selected for the “Jury Special Selection: Next Generation Leadership” at the 5th Asia Health and Longevity Innovation Award. The organization systematizes practical knowledge cultivated in care settings across Japan and works to improve the quality of care through training and workshops.
Facts
2026
Nov. 10, 2026
11 countries and regions across Asia
84 applications
More than 1,300 practical case studies
30 “Words for Living Together”
2022
More than 250 care facilities and other institutions nationwide
More than 4,500 people in total
Companies mentioned：非営利型株式会社KOTOBUKI、日本国際交流センター、東アジア・アセアン経済研究センター、東京大学フレイル予防チーム、NOLLUWA、福岡市、慶應義塾大学SFC、井庭崇研究室、丸善出版、クリエイティブシフト、Innovation Hub for Global Ageing
To celebrate the new release! The unprecedented magical ★ miracle courtroom drama “Magical Girl × Losing Trial” is now free for 2 volumes! Even a popular magical girl can face a losing trial after being defeated by a monster! Take this opportunity to join the audience
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
キミコミ is running a campaign offering 2 volumes of “Magical Girl × Losing Trial” for free. The latest, volume 4, is now on sale to popular acclaim.
AI character chat service “Pogee” launches campaign giving 200 cubes each to 2 people who invite friends
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
WORLDOS PTE. LTD. launched a friend-invitation campaign for its AI character chat service “Pogee” on November 5, 2026. When a new user registers using an invitation code and logs in the following day, both the inviter and the invitee receive 200 cubes each. Updates to story worlds and dark mode have also been released, along with a guide to transferring characters from Character.AI.
Urgent release of the lecture program “AI Won’t Wait! Top Priorities for Weathering the Storm of AI Cyber Risks” by Tomonori Tomura【日本マネジメント総合研究所合同会社】
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
日本マネジメント総合研究所合同会社 has urgently released a lecture program by its chairperson, Tomonori Tomura, titled “AI Won’t Wait! Top Priorities for Weathering the Storm of AI Cyber Risks.”
Facts
November 11, 2026 (Reiwa 8)
Ranked No. 3 among Japan’s most popular lecturers
Award for outstanding graduate students, bestowed only on the top 0.5% nationwide
[Takasaki, Gunma] lalu’s Bistro Osechi: Reservations Now Open to Great Acclaim
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Bistro lalu in Takasaki, Gunma Prefecture, has begun taking reservations for osechi cuisine for 2027. Quantities are limited; the price is ¥22,000 (tax included).
GENTLE MONSTER holds private “Intelligent Eyewear” event in New York, attended by global celebrities and cultural icons including Joaquin Phoenix
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
GENTLE MONSTER held a private event in New York on November 10 to celebrate the launch of its “Intelligent Eyewear” collection, attended by celebrities including Joaquin Phoenix. The brand is known for its distinctive eyewear, which blends fashion, technology and art.
Facts
November 10 (local time)
Friday, Nov. 13
Through Monday, the 23rd
The reservation page went live on November 6
23 Wall Street, New York
Companies mentioned：GENTLE MONSTER、株式会社 IICOMBINED JAPAN
THE LIGHTHOUSE x kolor AW26 film screening event confirmed!
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
kolor will hold a special event at 渋谷パルコ PBOX, where visitors can experience the world of its AW26 collection inspired by the film THE LIGHTHOUSE. The program will include a film screening, a talk session with creative director Taro Horiuchi, and a screening of Paris Collection footage. Limited-edition T-shirts will be sold, and invitations will also be offered through an Instagram campaign.
Facts
Sunday, Nov. 29, 2026
14:00〜17:00
Doors open at 13:30
渋谷パルコ, 10th floor
First 10 people
5 pairs, 10 people
Friday, Nov. 20, 2026
Until 23:59
Around Saturday, November 21, 2026
22,000 yen (tax included)
Children under 3
Companies mentioned：コロネット株式会社、kolor、A24、渋谷パルコ、PARCO、SHIBUYAPARCO7thAnniversary、TARO HORIUCHI、th products、Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp
To celebrate the release of the final volume, “I’m a NEET, but When I Went to Hello Work, I Was Taken to Another World” is now available to read free for an incredible 5 volumes! A manga adaptation of the hugely popular novel from MFブックス (published by KADOKAWA), which has won acclaim on 小説家になろう!
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To celebrate the release of the final volume (volume 16) of “I’m a NEET, but When I Went to Hello Work, I Was Taken to Another World,” キミコミ is running a campaign offering 5 volumes for free.
South Korea’s leading beauty media platform パウダールーム unveils “Korean Unni’s Vanity” for Japanese consumers
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South Korea’s leading beauty media platform パウダールーム has unveiled “Korean Unni’s Vanity,” a special project for 2026 aimed at Japanese consumers. For the project, editors selected 3 products they personally use and love in inner beauty, makeup and skincare, and will run it as an interactive program through the official app.
さくらフォレスト to hold baseball clinic with former 福岡ソフトバンクホークス players again in 2026! Inviting local children and supporting their growth through sports
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さくらフォレスト株式会社 will hold a baseball clinic with former 福岡ソフトバンクホークス players for the 2nd time on November 15, 2026. Up to 50 children in grades 1 through 6 can participate, with Nagisa Arakaki and Kotaro Hoshino serving as coaches.
“Kotatsu × hot pot” on Lake Hamana! The new winter tourism experience “Kotatsu on the Lake” launches in earnest in 2026
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株式会社Hamanako Destination, in collaboration with ヤマハ発動機株式会社, will fully launch its “Lake Kotatsu” floating hot pot experience on Lake Hamana in November 2026.
[Hirokawa Town, Fukuoka Prefecture] A spectacular golden landscape! “Taihara Ginkgo Tour 2026” begins Nov. 17. Kimono dressing experience featuring Kurume kasuri also offered
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“Taihara Ginkgo Tour 2026” in Hirokawa Town, Fukuoka Prefecture, begins Nov. 17, with events including a kimono dressing experience and a treasure hunt.
Make that “flavor” you used to buy or eat at restaurants yourself! A definitive new cookbook of make-ahead dishes and preserved foods by popular culinary writer Hatsue Shigenobu
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株式会社主婦の友社 will release “Homemade Food That Gets Delicious on Its Own,” a collection of make-ahead and preserved food recipes by culinary writer Hatsue Shigenobu, on Nov. 11, 2026. The list price is 1,980 yen (tax included).
Dubai Research Institute surveys home sizes based on 100 million yen; sizes vary by district [October 2026]
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株式会社ドバイ総合研究所ホールディングス surveyed 10 apartment districts in Dubai in October 2026, estimating the floor area that 100 million yen would buy by converting the amount into AED and dividing it by the median price per square foot in each district. The estimated areas ranged from about 87 to 224 square meters.
Facts
100 million yen
About 87–224 square meters
960 AED per square foot
2,479 AED per square foot
About 87 square meters
About 224 square meters
About 43.13 yen
Companies mentioned：株式会社ドバイ総合研究所ホールディングス、DRI Real Estate LLC、DRI Consultancy FZ-LLC
“DEP Protocol,” a human verification infrastructure that does not use biometric data, welcomes 2 overseas professional operators using their own infrastructure
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Original株式会社Digital Entertainment Assetは、生体情報を使わない人間証明インフラ「DEPプロトコル」のジェネシスバリデータとして、AnsetaとFour Pillarsの2社が参画したことを発表した。
Facts
Limited to 24 validator slots
More than 35 protocols
At least 6 years of validator operating experience
Companies mentioned：株式会社 Digital Entertainment Asset、DEA、BCW Group、Anseta、Four Pillars、FP Validated、TECHFUND
Voice actor Tomoyo Kurosawa, who plays protagonist Kumiko Oumae in the long-running hit “Sound! Euphonium: The Final Movement,” appears live on radio! Will announcer Shinpei Kitamura’s unending love for Euphonium finally reach its conclusion? A Eupho festival is coming!
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Voice actor Tomoyo Kurosawa, who plays protagonist Kumiko Oumae in the animated film “Sound! Euphonium: The Final Movement,” will appear live on ABC Radio’s “KITAMURA STAND” on Nov. 18. She will talk about the euphonium with announcer Shinpei Kitamura, a fan of the film, which has recorded cumulative box office revenue of more than 500 million yen.
Facts
Cumulative box office revenue of more than 500 million yen
[Web marketing in the AI era] 株式会社ネクストスケール launches “Marketing AX,” a web marketing support service for the AI era based on its own testing of customer acquisition methods
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株式会社ネクストスケール launched “Marketing AX,” a service that provides comprehensive support for web marketing initiatives using AI, on Nov. 11, 2026. Its features include results from orders generated through AI search, verified in-house, and a pricing structure set at about 50% of typical outsourcing costs.
Facts
Orders worth 9.6 million yen generated through AI search
3 months, from July to September 2026
Available from Nov. 11, 2026
Around 50% of typical outsourcing costs
Search engines: 77.2%
Generative AI: 29.8%
The amount displayed fell by 45%
Support that costs 800,000 yen or more per month
Comprehensive services are available from 400,000 yen per month (before tax)
A single initiative starts at 100,000 yen per month
Full-service support starts at 200,000 yen per month