Cross-Strait Security: The FBI arrested Irvine realtor Wanying “Heather” Zhang at LAX, accusing her of acting as an unregistered China agent and surveilling the U.S.-based family of Taiwan President Lai Ching-te’s son in Seattle, then trying to fly back to Shanghai. Defense & Deterrence: Taiwan confirmed the arrival of its first two newly built F-16V Block 70 fighters at Chihhang Air Base, a milestone meant to strengthen air defense and tracking as Chinese military pressure continues. U.S.-Taiwan Ties: Taiwan’s representative Alexander Yui said he’s confident Washington will approve a stalled US$14 billion arms package, with a White House decision “soon.” Local Politics: Taipei’s mayoral race is drawing unusual attention as DPP Puma Shen and KMT Johnny Chiang ramp up rallies, while the campaign’s spotlight grows beyond party lines. Public Order & Rights: Protests erupted in Taipei’s Wanhua after a rare gay bar raid that detained 52 people and sparked accusations of police misconduct. Tech & Economy: Foxconn reported Q3 revenue up 47% year-on-year on AI demand, with September revenue hitting a record NT$1.16 trillion.