Air Travel & Tourism: Taiwan’s airlines will raise international flight fuel surcharges from Oct 7, with short-haul jumping to US$37.5 (from US$32.5) and long-haul to US$97.5 (from US$84.5), as jet fuel benchmarks climb. Aviation Spotlight: STARLUX, launched in 2020, has surged to fifth in the world’s best airlines in just six years, helped by its long-running Snoopy-themed boarding pass marketing. Cross-Strait & Regional Travel: Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim met a delegation from Japan’s Oita prefecture, highlighting deeper Taiwan–Kyushu ties and encouraging more people-to-people visits. Food & Retail for Travelers: Kyochon opened a new Wuxi store in Jiangsu, aiming to attract both locals and visitors with localized menu items. Tech & Mobility: Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan opened its sixth session, with tourism and education among the policy priorities, while AI and smart development take center stage. Safety & Health: Taiwan is moving to tackle a surge in drug-driving as new narcotics rapidly emerge, with authorities warning about fast-changing substances. Travel Culture: Seoul ranked No. 4 in Asia for repeat visitors, with Taipei listed among the top revisited destinations.