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印度這幾天空氣品質惡劣，一度超過世衛組織標準100倍，連世界七大奇景、泰姬瑪哈陵，也被濃濃的霧霾所籠罩，德里不得不宣布這週全面停課，還有部分公家單位也停班。本來印度空汙就很嚴重，但每到秋季農民為省錢，收割後焚燒農作物殘梗，產生的有毒物質飄散到空中，才會讓情況雪上加霜。

The East Asia Super League (EASL) has begun with the Taipei Fubon Braves and the New Taipei Kings participating in the second regular season. The Kings are set to face the Seoul SK Knights in their inaugural match, featuring the highly anticipated Lin brothers, Jeremy and Joseph. Jeremy Lin, a former NBA star, has expressed his goals of winning both the P. LEAGUE+ (PLG) and the EASL championships. The Kings’ manager, James Mao, is confident in the team’s readiness and has set his sights on the championship. To strengthen the team, they have recently signed 23-year-old Christian Anigwe, who is expected to bring vitality to their performance.

Get the latest updates on the 2024 presidential elections in Taiwan, as Foxconn billionaire Terry Gou and former music show presenter Belle Yu enter the political arena. Ukrainian-born actress Larisa Angela Bakurova, who became a Taiwanese citizen, is rumored to be a candidate for the Democratic Progressive Party. Discover her inspiring journey in promoting gymnastics in Taiwan and her potential inclusion in the upcoming elections. Stay tuned for more information as factional variations within the DPP could influence the final candidate list.

Richard Chang, a prominent figure in Taiwanese basketball, has been appointed as the inaugural president of the P. LEAGUE+. This restructuring marks a new era for the league, which aims to elevate its status with Chang’s extensive experience and business acumen. Chang, who has a background in national player experience and commercial governance, is expected to lead the league into version 2.0. He played for McDonald’s in Taiwan and represented the Chinese Taipei men’s national basketball team in the 1980s. Additionally, Chang has worked for over 30 years at Costco Wholesale Inc., where he currently serves as the president of its Asian division.

The National Security Bureau (NSB) chief Tsai Ming-yen has announced that Mainland Chinese spouses who accept funding from the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) will be handed over to judicial authorities. Tsai stated that while he respects the activities of Mainland Chinese spouses in Taiwan as long as they are legal, he urged vigilance in monitoring collaborations with united front work operations, activities with political objectives, and accepting funding from the CCP and its organizations in Taiwan. He emphasized that if there is concrete evidence, individuals will be handed over to judicial authorities. The potential inclusion of mainland China-born Xu Chunying in the Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) at-large legislative candidate list has raised national security concerns. Xu claims to no longer carry any Chinese status and therefore believes she is not obligated to observe its laws. Tsai did not publicly comment on Xu’s case. In other news, Tsai stated that the case involving Democratic Progressive Party legislator Chao Tien-lin’s alleged extramarital affair partner being a spy is now in the courts for examination. Tsai respects the outcome of the investigation and refrained from further commenting as the case has entered judicial proceedings.

Taiwan Railways Administration (TRA) canceled a total of 86 train services on November 6 and 7, with an additional 13 services operating on a shortened route due to the Railway Staff Promotion Examination. As TRA prepares for corporatization in 2024, a significant staff shortage has arisen, with 297 drivers signing up for the exam conducted by the Examination Yuan. To address the shortage, TRA has adjusted the schedules of drivers who did not take the examination and enlisted reserve workforce, cross-unit drivers, and driving supervisors. Some freight train services and special train operations have been suspended. Despite these measures, the administration still faces a shortage of 60 crew members, resulting in a notable impact on railway schedules. The Jiji Line was particularly affected, with its entire service suspended on both days. To compensate, TRA launched a shuttle bus service between Ershui Station and Checheng Station.

The story discusses the political figures from the Kuomintang (KMT) and Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) who have sparked public speculation with metaphorical references to a ＂train.＂ The concept of the Blue-White Coalition, a topic gaining attention, is at the center of this development. TPP presidential candidate Ko Wen-je shared a photo on Facebook of himself enjoying a Taiwan Railways boxed lunch while traveling on the Puyuma Express. In contrast, KMT presidential candidate Hou Yu-ih declared a few days ago that ＂the train will not wait for those who are late,＂ urging Ko to make a decision on their collaboration.

愛沙尼亞外長透露，該國政府已經同意台灣，以「台北」為名，在愛國首都塔林開設經濟或文化代表處，並支持台灣參與包括WHO在內的，涉及全球利益領域的國際事務，但我國外交部則表示，目前雙方尚未達成共識。

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.

Kuomintang (KMT) presidential candidate Hou Yu-ih visited the Shihlin Hulu Temple and emphasized that regardless of who becomes president, they must act in Taiwan’s best interest. Independent candidate Terry Gou and Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) nominee Ko Wen-je also attended the event. Hou highlighted his 43-year career in the police force, defending the Republic of China and all citizens of Taiwan. Gou emphasized peace across the Taiwan Strait and facilitating Taiwan’s economic prosperity. Ko thanked Gou for his assistance during his tenure as mayor and visited the temple to pray for national peace.

Eight new regulations are taking effect in Taiwan in November, covering sectors in healthcare, public transport, and the environment. The Taiwan High Speed Rail (THSR) is introducing sustainable deals, offering a NT$5 discount on hot beverages to passengers who bring their own reusable cups. State-funded flu vaccines will be available for individuals aged 50 to 64, and those aged 65 and over can take shots in the second phase of the pneumococcal vaccine program.

New Taipei Deputy Mayor Liu Ho-jan confirmed that senior cards for the elderly and persons with disabilities will be expanded next year. Starting in January, the cards will cover usage in the Airport MRT, and by July, they will also grant access to other public transportation options like YouBike and cabs. The decision to expand the cards came after receiving feedback from various individuals, including KMT Secretary-General Liao Xianxiang and KMT Councilor Chen Weijie, who expressed concerns about limited card use.

Taiwan People’s Party leader Ko Wen-je has opened up a can of worms by calling for media scrutiny of Xu Chunying, who is under fire for potentially having dual citizenship with China. The move has been viewed as an open challenge to the Democratic Progressive Party, reigniting the debate over political eligibility for individuals with China connections.

Premier Chen Chien-jen reaffirms Taiwan’s commitment to freedom, democracy, and the rule of law, emphasizing that any citizen who abides by legal requirements can run for public office. He made these remarks in response to inquiries about the Taiwan People’s Party potentially nominating Xu Chunying, the president of Taiwan New Immigrant Development Association and a mainland spouse, for at-large legislative elections. Chen clarified that political parties have the right to nominate suitable candidates for government positions but urged them to provide transparent information about their nominees’ background and proposals to enable informed choices by the public.

The Taiwan High Speed Rail (THSR) will implement an early bird discount program with passenger registration starting from December 1st, with advance purchases available from November 3rd. Passengers who do not present a valid ID will be considered ticketless travelers and charged an additional 50% of the traveled section fare. The early bird discount tickets require the passenger’s national identity card or passport number and can only be used by the person named on the ticket. Changes to the ID number will not be accepted once the early bird reservation is complete.

Starlux Airlines denies allegations of forcing crew members to quit, insisting that trainees who were dismissed had the option to choose between voluntary and involuntary resignation. Some participants in Starlux’s flight attendant training claimed to have been compelled to sign ＂voluntary resignation＂ forms after failing assessments. Former employees cited abrupt changes in the exam system leading to their failure and subsequent forced departure.

Terry Gou, an independent presidential candidate in Taiwan, is calling for public support in the upcoming election. With only six days left to collect enough signatures to secure a spot on the ballot, Gou has been absent from the public eye for six consecutive days. In a Facebook post, he outlined his political philosophy centered on ＂peace,＂ ＂prosperity,＂ and ＂integrity,＂ claiming to embody the spirit of a venture entrepreneur who values professionalism, organization, and fearlessness. Gou aims to build a Republic of China representing these principles and warns of potential chaos if no changes are made to the current power structure. He has set up signature collection stations across Taiwan and encourages the public to share his posts and invite friends to endorse his campaign.

DPP chairman and presidential candidate Lai Ching-te led his party in the 21st Taiwan Pride Parade, expressing support for marriage equality. Other presidential candidates, including KMT’s Hou Yu-ih, TPP’s Ko Wen-je, and Terry Gou, did not attend. Lai thanked those who have worked for same-sex marriage, noting that Taiwan is the first country in Asia to legalize it. Former Premier Su Tseng-chang celebrated Taiwan’s achievement and urged people to work together for more happiness. Previous attempts to pass marriage equality bills in 2006 and 2013 were unsuccessful, but the bill was finally passed in 2019.

以色列今天說，估計遭哈瑪斯挾持的220名人質當中，一半以上持有外國護照，且來自25個國家。世界衛生組織（WHO）則要求哈瑪斯顧及人質健康將其全部釋放。

The highly-anticipated Taipei Dome in Taipei City is set to be unveiled by Mayor Chiang Wan-an on October 27. The mayor recently inspected the construction site and assured residents that he would thoroughly review the project and provide updates. Safety concerns raised by city council members were addressed by Chiang, who emphasized that the Dome primarily serves as a sports stadium and all events would be scrutinized according to established criteria and regulations. Although the usage permit for the Dome has been approved, the Taipei City Construction Management Office still needs to match the duplicate information with the approved content before issuing the permit.

The Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Australia has alerted Australian law enforcement agencies to help apprehend a Taiwanese con artist. The fraudster, identified as a woman named Yang, has defrauded several Taiwanese citizens of approximately NT$20 million. Yang, who is on the wanted list, fled from Singapore to Australia and has been hiding in various states. She has used multiple aliases and previously targeted Taiwanese holiday workers in Australian meat processing factories, promising to help them obtain Permanent Residencies through ＂visa laundering.＂ Recently, she has posed as an immigration consultant in LINE group chats and defrauded Taiwanese individuals through investment migration schemes. Authorities are urging the public to use legal immigration channels and remain vigilant against this wanted scam artist.

空汙法四年修一次，環境部預計11月13日和30個環團代表，以及七縣市局長，進行圓桌會議，參考民間團提的建議，專家學者在空汙論壇當中，條列建議草案提供進一部討論。中興大學環工系教授莊秉杰表示，目前環境部標準太鬆，即使民眾肉眼可見天空灰濛濛，卻仍符合規範，建議修法應該參酌WHO標準，標準加嚴。

世界衛生組織（WHO）今天表示，迫使加薩走廊（Gaza Strip）北部數千名患者撤至早已人滿為患的南部各間醫院，可能「相當於判處死刑」。

Taipei City Mayor Chiang Wan-an announces plans to allocate NT＄190 million in unsettled project funds for the Taipei Music Center. The city government will communicate with the Ministry of Culture regarding the funds. This move has sparked accusations from a Democratic Progressive Party Taipei City councilor, who believes the mayor’s actions are influenced by political alliances.

以色列和哈瑪斯衝突，今天進入第七天。以色列週五要求北加薩110萬人，在24小時內往南撤離，不過聯合國說，這麼短時間內要撤離110萬人，根本不可能，要求以色列撤回命令。世界衛生組織WHO晚間也表示，這道撤離令，無疑是對醫院的重症患者「宣判死刑」。