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The Central Weather Administration (CWA) predicts stable weather conditions across Taiwan, with mostly cloudy to clear skies for the first half of Friday (Nov.10). However, a weather front is expected to pass through in the afternoon, bringing isolated heavy rain to the north coast of Keelung and mountainous areas of northern Taiwan. Meteorologist Wu Te-jung estimates that the island will experience sharp temperature drops due to the arrival of its first wave of continental air mass starting next Monday, with the country’s plain areas forecasted to drop below 15 degrees Celsius at their lowest. In the morning hours of Wednesday and Thursday, as northeast winds weaken, there will be a slight improvement in weather and a brief rise in temperature. However, the east of Taiwan can expect brief showers during this time. With continental highs hanging over the island, most regions across Taiwan are forecasted to remain relatively stable next Friday. Wu also foresees slight chills brought on by the effects of Taiwan’s first projected wave of cold air mass, offsetting daytime warmth, as ＂radiative cooling＂ (RC) causes bodies to lose heat at night.

Taiwanese health authorities plan to include Chinese students in the island’s health insurance starting from the 2024 school year, according to Minister of Health and Welfare Hsueh Jui-yuan. Currently, international students must wait six months after arriving in Taiwan to be eligible for health insurance. The reform was prompted by concerns from Paraguay about the health rights of its students in Taiwan and was supported by Vice President Lai Ching-te, who advocated for equal treatment of Chinese students. Currently, international students with a residence permit and six months of residency in Taiwan can apply for health insurance at a cost of NT$826 per person per month. The Ministry of Health and Welfare, along with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Mainland Affairs Council, has been considering this measure for some time and has evaluated its financial impact. The inclusion of Chinese students in the health insurance program will require adjustments to premiums for all international students, but the overall impact is expected to be minimal. The new measure will not apply to students who are in Taiwan for short periods and not pursuing a degree. However, it could be implemented as early as September 2024 for international students with a residence permit. Despite a halt on Chinese students coming to Taiwan since 2020, 378 students registered in 2022. The peak of Chinese students in Taiwan was in 2016, with a total of 41,975 students.

Three workers fell unconscious in a soy sauce tank at the Chung Kung Soy Sauce factory in Tainan due to low oxygen levels. The Tainen Fire Bureau successfully rescued the workers, but two remain in critical condition. The incident occurred when one worker entered a ventilation hole to clean soy sauce residues, and his colleagues collapsed when they entered to assist. The factory usually cleans the tank from above but decided to enter it this time. The lack of ventilation led to the unfortunate consequences.

Taiwanese citizens express their dissatisfaction with the new road regulations implemented on July 1 through social media, sharing stories of the consequences of violating the rules. The Ministry of Transportation and Communications (MOTC) amended Section 43 of the Road Traffic Management and Penalty Act, imposing fines and driving bans for drivers exceeding the speed limit by more than 40 kilometers per hour. Offenders also face a six-month license suspension. Despite Taiwan’s reputation for bad traffic behavior, some argue that the previous threshold of exceeding the speed limit by 60 kilometers per hour should be reinstated. The MOTC asserts that managing speed is crucial for road safety worldwide and considers excessive speeding a serious offense. They emphasize that higher speeds limit a driver’s field of vision and reaction time, urging citizens to comply with traffic rules without presuming luck.

The Smithsonian’s National Zoo in Washington, D.C. is preparing to send three giant pandas back to China, potentially leaving the U.S. without a giant panda for the first time in 50 years. All giant pandas rented by the United States are scheduled to return to China by 2024, and no new agreements have been signed. Rising tensions between the U.S. and China, as well as high costs, have led countries to either return pandas early or not renew contracts. China has engaged in ＂panda diplomacy,＂ sending 21 giant pandas to various countries since 2014, with the average lease time extended from 10 to 15 years. In the event of a panda’s death during the rental period, China can claim damages ranging from NT$16 million to NT$32 million from the leasing country.

The Ministry of Education (MOE) in Taiwan will increase monthly academic research grants for professors, associate professors, and assistant professors at public universities starting next year. This move aims to address low wages for academic talent in Taiwan. The Executive Yuan has committed to investing NT＄33.29 billion over the next five years to support this initiative. The research grants for teaching staff at public universities will increase by NT＄6,000 to NT＄9,000 per month. Additionally, the Ministry will invest an additional NT＄860 million to encourage private universities to raise their faculty salaries, bridging the salary gap between public and private institutions. The efforts also include the introduction of new doctoral scholarships and subsidies for part-time teaching assistant positions for doctorate students. The MOE’s Department of Higher Education Director-General, Chu Chun-chang, stated that if private universities can increase academic research funding by 15%, the MOE will cover 70% of the cost. Furthermore, starting next year, the ＂flexible pay＂ system for outstanding teachers will be expanded, with increased subsidies.

Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) has confirmed ongoing discussions for the establishment of a representative office in Estonia. While the move is significant for strengthening ties between the two nations, a shared consensus has not yet been reached. MOFA expressed gratitude towards the Estonian Government for engaging in continued negotiations and displaying an open approach. They emphasized the shared values of freedom and democracy that unite Taiwan and Estonia. Estonia’s government has reportedly agreed to allow Taiwan to establish an economic or cultural representative office in Tallinn under the name ’Taipei.’ MOFA stated that they will respond to foreign media reports of Taiwan’s Foreign Minister visiting Estonia at an appropriate time. The ministry highlighted the stable development of the bilateral relationship, citing the Estonian health minister’s support for Taiwan at this year’s World Health Assembly. Estonia is seen as a valued partner with common principles, highlighting the potential for deepening ties in future diplomatic endeavors.

Former premier Su Tseng-chang has been invited by President Tsai Ing-wen to speak at the 40th anniversary celebration of the National Endowment for Democracy (NED). Su’s long-standing commitment to Taiwan’s democracy and freedom, which began during the authoritarian era, has been praised by President Tsai. The NED, which recognized President Tsai’s contribution to democracy and human rights during its 40th year, awarded her the ＂Democracy Service Medal＂ during their president’s visit to Taiwan in July. Su’s participation in the event is significant, as he advocated for marriage equality during his term as premier and defended Taiwan’s democratic freedoms during the global pandemic. The NED celebration will take place on the evening of November 14 Eastern Time, with Su scheduled to arrive in Washington D.C. on the evening of November 13 Eastern Time.

Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) chairman Ko Wen-je confirmed that his lunch with Terry Gou involved talks on the depreciation of the Japanese Yen and how the New Taiwan dollar should respond. Ko clarified that this was a financial topic he discussed with Gou during their spare time, not a discussion about exchanging positions. The lunch took place after an event at the Hulu Temple, and they did not invite Kuomintang’s Hou Yu-ih, who had no successful meeting outcomes with Ko on the KMT-TPP alliance. Ko shared the details of his meeting with Gou after a press conference at his campaign headquarters, highlighting that frequent dialogues often turn acquaintances into friends.

韓國偶像競爭激烈，許多人即便出道卻難以走紅，今（2023）年最夯的選秀節目《PEAK TIME》挖掘出許多寶藏男孩，尤其曾以男團B.A.P走上巔峰的文鐘業，更是因此被發現唱跳實力與超猛身材。這次文鐘業不僅要隨團前往高雄演出，更準備了簽售會活動，祭出一對一合照福利要回饋一路陪伴他的粉絲！

The latest presidential poll by Newtalk shows that Ko Wen-je of the Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) has surpassed Lai Ching-te of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), while Hou Yu-ih of the Kuomintang (KMT) has also gained support. Ko leads Lai by 0.52%, and Lai’s lead over Hou is only 0.08%, indicating a closely contested election. However, if Terry Gou were to enter the race, the rankings would change significantly. Lai would still be first, but Hou would move up to second, Ko would drop to third, and Gou would trail at the end with 9.39%. This is the first time in past polls that Hou surpasses Ko. The poll collected data from 1,088 valid answers through online questionnaires sent to random mobile phone numbers. The findings have a margin of error of plus or minus 3.03% at a 95% confidence level.

Independent presidential candidate Terry Gou and his running mate, Lai Pei-hsia, submitted a petition to the Taipei City Election Commission on November 1. Gou addressed a crowd outside the administrative center in the Xinyi district, emphasizing the significance of each signature on the petition and promising to press forward courageously in voicing the Taiwanese people’s pursuit of democracy and freedom. The number of signatures submitted was not disclosed at the time, but Gou’s campaign office stated that more details would be provided later.

The Department of Statistics of the Ministry of Economic Affairs announced that retail and catering revenues from January to September have reached a record high. The retail and catering industries are currently experiencing their annual sales peak, with demand for clothing, skincare products, and travel expected to stimulate consumption during the autumn and winter transition.

有「搖滾公雞」封號的78歲英國歌手洛史都華（Rod Stewart），繼1995年在台北市立體育場演出後，睽違29年帶著全新巡迴「Rod Stewart ＂Live in Concert, One Last Time＂」，再度來台開唱，主辦單位今（25）日宣布他將在2024年3月9日首度在高雄巨蛋開唱，門票在11月9日開放Live Nation會員優先購，11月10日早上11點拓元售票系開賣。

早在2019年的時候，專門探索超自然現象、不可思議是件的YouTube頻道「Apex TV」曾秀出一段訪問內容，一名身著襯衫，經過變聲處理的神祕男子自稱來自2045年，換言之，他自一名來自未來的時空旅人；在節目中，男子在節目組的安排下配戴測謊儀，針對有關「未來」的變革提出疑問，該名時空旅人則需要一一回答、並接受謊儀的考驗，在當時引起熱烈討論。

According to a recent poll by the TVBS Poll Center, the approval rating of Taiwan’s ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has dropped by 18 points, with nearly 60% of respondents believing it’s time for the DPP to step down ahead of the 2024 presidential and legislative elections. The DPP’s approval rating fell from 46% to 28% since the impeachment of Kaohsiung Mayor Han Kuo-yu in June 2021, while the dissatisfaction rate rose to 58%.

A sinkhole appeared for the third time within three days at a construction site in Hsinchu County. The sinkhole, measuring 2 meters wide and long, continued to expand, causing concern among locals as it was dangerously close to residential areas. Initial assessments by local authorities suggest that soil erosion caused by debris influx was the cause of the collapse. This incident was similar to the previous two collapses, with the first one causing gas and water leaks and the site already experiencing lateral groove ruptures.

香港知名新銳女歌手陳嘉來台叩關，夥同剛認愛艾薇的饒舌歌手吳霏現身台南「浪人祭」舞台，首演兩人合作的新曲〈TIME MACHINE〉，所到之處掀起轟動，讓人生第一次來台灣演出的陳嘉好感動，「非常興奮！台灣好熱情！有點緊張，因為第一次接觸台灣樂迷」。吳霏對於兩人合作笑說：「在聊天裡，我們音樂話題相當投合，都蠻細心溝通怎麼樣能讓作品更好。」也因此聊出很多默契。

Nigerian basketball player Ifeanyi Uzoma Eboka has been detained by Taiwan’s National Immigration Agency for an expired residency visa. Eboka, known for his time with the PLG Hsinchu Lioneers, is now facing forced deportation.

The Tokyo University of Agriculture Second High School ＂Emerald Knights＂ visit Taiwan to perform at the National Day celebration. President Tsai Ing-wen treats them to Taiwanese salted crispy chicken and lemon aiyu jelly. They join other marching bands for a joint exchange at the National Performing Arts Center. The Emerald Knights will perform an anime medley during the National Day Celebration. The UCLA Bruins Marching Band also participates, making it the first time a U.S. performance group performs on Taiwan’s National Day stage.

來自香港的實力創作歌手AP潘宇謙推出首張華語專輯《HIGH TIME》，為了新專輯來台北宣傳的他，近日行程馬不停蹄，度過了充實忙碌的一週，而在23日他的老婆及雙胞胎兒子更遠從香港探班，相隔一週未見的他們更享受天倫之樂，全家首次同框下廚一起做「吐司披薩」，潘宇謙更展現廚藝煮起拿手的義大利麵。提到許久未見的兒子們，潘宇謙開玩笑說：「聽說我不在家的時候，大兒子很罕見的跟媽媽說要找我，看來我們還是不要太常碰面好了，他可能會比較想我！」

香港歌手AP潘宇謙推出首張華語專輯《HIGH TIME》，隨著專輯推出，AP潘宇謙特別到台北展開為期兩週的宣傳行程，今（19）日與媒體見面分享新專輯的概念與製作過程，也提到出道過程充滿貴人，笑說會真正促使他當歌手的契機，竟是來自「前老闆」的建議，因為上班寫歌詞被發現，因此老闆一句「我請你來寫歌的嗎？你那麼喜歡音樂，就去做音樂。」他坦言當時心裡不開心，立刻跟老闆說不做了，隔天就離職。

The issue of vice presidential candidate Lai Pei-hsia’s dual nationality has captured the nation’s attention immediately following Foxconn Founder Terry Gou’s announcement of his running mate.

Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an has been named one of the world’s most influential rising figures in TIME magazine’s TIME100 Next list. He discusses his commitment to urban development and potential presidential candidacy, aiming to inject new energy into Taiwan’s political landscape.

美國「時代雜誌」（TIME）最新公布年度次世代百大人物名單，台北市長蔣萬安入選，文章中提及，蔣萬安是最年輕市長，更說越來越多人認為，蔣萬安是未來總統候選人，對此蔣萬安今天低調回應，只說會繼續扮演好市長角色。