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Award-winning actor Tony Leung taught a masterclass at the Taipei Golden Horse Fantastic Film Festival, attracting a large crowd of fans and several entertainers. After the class, he will join Hungarian director Ildikó Enyedi for a post-screening discussion.
The KMT disciplinary committee announced penalties for former deputy spokesperson Lai Yi-ren and former spokesperson Hsiao Ching-yen, who were reported over controversial remarks. Lai received a reprimand, while Hsiao was suspended for 1 year because the violation was clear. Both were vying for the party’s nominations for seats on the Taipei City Council and New Taipei City Council.
Belize Deputy Minister of Education Ma Xiya visited Taiwan and was welcomed at a luncheon by Deputy Foreign Minister Chen Ming-chi. The countries have had diplomatic relations for 36 years, and cooperation in education is considered important. Ma plans to learn more about Taiwan’s higher education policies and practical operations, and to attend an education exchange forum. Ma also visited Taiwan in May 2024, making this a second visit.
The director general of Russian state nuclear company Rosatom announced that almost all Russian employees had been evacuated from Iran’s Bushehr nuclear power plant, leaving only a small number of executives and safety personnel. Employee evacuations had been underway since the US-Iran war broke out on Feb. 28. Moscow has warned that an attack on the plant could cause a disaster worse than Chernobyl.
The results of Taiwan Lottery Daily Cash 539 draw 115091 are out, with 1 person winning the jackpot of NT$8 million. Taiwan Lottery Co. has released the winning numbers for all lottery games.
Power Lottery draw 115030 was held tonight. The winning numbers in the first area were 16, 10, 24, 19, 03 and 11, and the winning number in the second area was 05. There was no jackpot winner. 1 ticket won the second prize, worth NT$8,755,946. Final prize payouts are subject to Taiwan Lottery’s announcement.
Investor confidence was dented after US-Iran talks failed to reach an agreement, sending Wall Street’s three major indexes lower at the opening. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell more than 198 points.
Original彰化県芬園郷の2つの養豚場で、アフリカ豚熱対策として禁止されている厨芥（ちゅうかい）を豚に給餌していたことが発覚した。県動物防疫所が突撃検査で確認し、1場は2000～3000頭、もう1場は1000頭以上の豚を飼育していた。違反業者には最高400万台湾ドルの罰金が科され、飼料補助金の資格も取り消される。国際的なアフリカ豚熱のリスクが続く中、彰化県は昨年12月末から厨芥給餌を全面禁止しており、今回の摘発は機関間の連携と情報統合の成功を示している。
China today promulgated and implemented the Regulations on Combating Unjustified Extraterritorial Jurisdiction by Foreign Countries. The regulations state that if a foreign country takes unjustified extraterritorial measures that infringe on China’s national sovereignty, security or development interests, or harm the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese citizens and organizations, the Chinese government has the right to take a range of countermeasures, including in trade, investment and extraterritorial jurisdiction. The regulations are aimed at countering US “secondary sanctions” against Chinese companies and were announced ahead of the Trump-Xi meeting.
Sakurajima volcano in Kagoshima, Japan, erupted on the 11th, sending ash 3,400 meters into the sky. It was the volcano’s second eruption in 4 months and could help release pressure inside the Earth’s crust.
Ukrainian police said a Russian drone attack killed 1 civilian in the eastern Donetsk region. The incident occurred during an Easter ceasefire observed by Eastern Orthodox Christians. Ukraine’s Coordination Headquarters for the Treatment of Prisoners of War also said Russian forces shot dead 4 prisoners of war in the Kharkiv region. Russia had no immediate comment.
Singapore is introducing a deposit system for beverage bottles and cans. Customers pay a deposit of 10 Singapore cents (about 2.5 Taiwan dollars) when purchasing drinks and get it back when they return the containers at a collection machine. The system will be fully implemented starting Oct. 1 this year, with a 60% collection rate targeted in its first year. It is part of the Zero Waste Masterplan, which aims to recover more than 16,000 tons of materials annually and cut the amount sent to landfills by 30% by 2030. Some have raised concerns that hidden costs could be passed on to consumers.
Pope Leo XIV began an 11-day visit to Africa, arriving in Algeria, his first destination. It is his first major international visit since being elected pope and the first papal visit to a Muslim-majority country. The pope paid tribute at Algeria’s Martyrs’ Memorial and met with the Algerian president. He is also scheduled to visit the Great Mosque of Algiers and the Basilica of Our Lady of Africa. The visit aims to continue building bridges between the Christian and Muslim worlds.
Interior Ministry Deputy Minister Ma Shiyuan announced that Taiwan will hold its first interagency joint exercises to address the risk of a Chinese maritime blockade. The exercises will aim to escort ships carrying natural gas and oil and secure essential domestic supplies. Ma warned that a large-scale blockade around Taiwan would affect energy supplies across the region. Taiwan plans to hold a tabletop exercise on a blockade scenario in June, followed by exercises in September involving the arrival of international aid ships and escorts for domestic land transport.
As the US-Iran conflict escalates, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has cracked down on the spread of inappropriate information, arresting 375 people in early April and 45 in mid-March. They are accused of filming attacks in the country and spreading misleading information on social media. UAE authorities have barred the public from spreading fake news or rumors that contradict official sources. Violators could face hefty fines or prison sentences.
US President Donald Trump decided to impose a naval blockade on Iranian ports, drawing support from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The blockade began at 10 p.m. Taiwan time on the 13th and affects all vessels using the key waterway.
Delta Electronics announced that its subsidiary, Delta Electronics (Thailand) Public Company Limited, acquired machinery and equipment worth approximately US$32.9 million. The equipment was purchased from CHROMA ATE INC. between March 3 and April 13 for business use. Delta Electronics also announced a cash dividend of US$300 million from Delta Electronics Int'l (Singapore) Pte. Ltd., with April 13 set as the ex-dividend date. Delta Electronics’ March revenue reached a record NT$59.779 billion, while cumulative revenue for the first quarter totaled NT$159.352 billion.
In October last year, a man surnamed Chen entered a swimming school in Taichung with a gun after taking drugs, pointed it at a coach and a 6-year-old girl, and pulled the trigger, but the gun did not fire. The Taichung District Court sentenced him to 6 years and 4 months in prison for attempted murder of a minor and other offenses, and ordered 2 years of post-sentence supervision. The man admitted to all the charges, and reached a settlement with the coach.
According to Reuters, the US Central Command notified mariners that it would impose a blockade in the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea, east of the Strait of Hormuz. The measure takes effect at 14:00 GMT on the 13th and applies to all vessels transiting the area. Unauthorized vessels may be seized. The blockade covers the entire Iranian coastline, but humanitarian shipments will be allowed after inspection. US-Iran ceasefire talks have collapsed.
The results of Taiwan's 威力彩 draw for period 115030 were announced on April 13, 2026. The winning numbers in the first section were 16, 10, 24, 19, 03 and 11, and the winning number in the second section was 05. The information was reported from Taipei by the Central News Agency.
Original2026年4月10日、亞洲棒球總會長辜仲諒與菲律賓體育官員會面，討論亞洲大聯盟計畫。辜仲諒承諾捐贈棒球物資並安排菲律賓年輕球員來台訓練，以促進台菲體育交流。亞洲棒球總會宣布，其執行委員會會議將於5月在菲律賓馬尼拉舉行。菲律賓體育委員會主席John Patrick C. Gregorio等官員於4月訪台，考察台灣棒球發展經驗。辜仲諒強調棒球交流有助於消弭地緣政治緊張，並指出亞洲市場潛力巨大，沙烏地阿拉伯和日本均對亞洲大聯盟表示支持。
Photographer Liu Zhenxiang has documented Cloud Gate Dance Theatre for 40 years. Cloud Gate Theater will host the photo exhibition “Cloud Gate Landscapes II” from April 18 to June 7, 2026, a talk titled “Light and Shadow: Forty Years at Cloud Gate with Liu Zhenxiang” on April 18, and a photography workshop titled “From Tamsui Landscapes to Cloud Gate Theater” from June 4 to 5. The exhibition will feature important works and historic moments of Cloud Gate captured by Liu. The talk will be hosted by Ma Shih-fang, while the workshop will be led by Tamsui history expert Su Wen-kuei and Liu.
Original中央社は4月13日、今彩539第115091期の開獎結果を発表しました。今彩539の当選番号は38、18、37、31、30です。3星彩の当選番号は907、4星彩の当選番号は6914です。実際の当選番号は台湾彩券の公式発表に準じます。
A fire broke out at the Inparadise Xinyi branch at noon on the 13th and was extinguished by the Taipei City Fire Department within 20 minutes. Xiang Bin Group announced how it would assist affected customers. Customers who had arrived but had not eaten will receive a fully complimentary meal on a return visit, while other affected customers will receive meal vouchers worth NT$1,000. The fire is believed to have been caused by an oil fume duct in the kitchen, and 5 people suffered minor injuries.
The Ministry of Economic Affairs launched a low-cost plastic bag project in April to address the impact of the Middle East situation on petrochemical raw material supplies. CPC's No. 4 naphtha cracker began operations ahead of schedule on April 1, boosting ethylene production capacity and completing contracts for 5,000 tons of low-cost raw materials. This will enable the supply of about 1.25 billion plastic bags, which will be introduced to the market in stages starting this week. Economics Minister Kung Ming-hsin said the ministry held roundtables with commercial district and market representatives to assess demand and work to resolve supply shortages.
The National Development Fund has begun an exit process by selling shares in United Renewable Energy. The move is a routine withdrawal following the phased achievement of strategic investment goals and does not involve a shift in its industry development objectives. The fund invested in United Renewable Energy in 2018 to support consolidation and upgrading in the solar power industry and the adoption of new business models. After the sale, the fund will continue to hold 5.81% of United Renewable Energy shares and participate on its board to strengthen corporate governance. Green energy remains a key national industry, it said.
Remains believed to be those of an 11-year-old boy who went missing on March 23 were found in the mountains in Nantan, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan. The boy attended Sonobe Elementary School in Nantan and went missing after separating from his father near the school at around 8 a.m. on March 23. A yellow backpack and sneakers were found during the search, but investigators have found no other key evidence or witness reports.
The Taiwan People's Party's Central Review Committee decided to expel legislator Lee Chen-hsiu from the party, effective immediately. Lee said she would accept the decision in the interests of the bigger picture and would not file any lawsuit. She said she accepted the punishment but not the false accusations, and stressed that she stood by her position of “taking no money and seeking no position.” The committee alleged that Lee had demanded to resign as an at-large legislator in exchange for “a specific amount of compensation,” seriously damaging the party's image.
Original中国は、10万を超える業界団体・商会に対し、党の全面的な指導と監督、腐敗防止を強化する改革意見を発表した。新華社が発表したこの意見は、党建設管理体制の整備、党組織の政治機能強化、幹部チーム建設の強化、監督規律の厳格化など18項目を含む。また、分類管理制度の確立、資産財務管理の強化、事業の重複する団体の統合・淘汰、規模の合理的な調整も進める。
Original13歳のスケートボード選手、林逸凡がアジア選手権公園式女子組で4位に入賞し、再びアジア競技大会の代表となる可能性が高まった。父親の林建男は、娘が世界12強野球大会で台湾チームが見せた優勝精神を再現し、アジア競技大会でのメダル獲得を夢見ている。林逸凡は3年前に11歳で杭州アジア競技大会に出場しており、今回は82.19点で4位という好成績を収めた。彼女は日本人の笹岡拳道コーチに師事し、技術を磨いている。
Original地政学的イベントの影響で株式市場が変動する中、主動式基金への投資熱が高まっている。基金取引プラットフォームの基富通證券の最新データによると、第1四半期の新規口座開設数は約2万人に達し、総申購額は前年同期比80%増となった。特に、定期定額の月間申購額は初めて新台湾ドル40億元を突破した。金管会が推進する「台湾個人投資貯蓄口座（TISA）」制度も、国民の投資意識の成熟に貢献している。
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Eleven-year-old skateboarding sensation Ye Zi-yang won silver in the boys' street event at the Asian Championships, earning the first official championship medal in Taiwan skateboarding history. Ye's father said his son was outgoing and hoped he would one day represent Taiwan at the Asian Games and the Olympics. Ye initially aspired to become a surfer, then took up skiing before developing an interest in skateboarding.
Original泰國潑水節（宋干節）於4月11日至15日舉行，曼谷是隆路湧入約14萬人參與水戰。泰國總理阿努廷·察恩維拉庫爾表示政府目標是透過展示各地傳統提升節慶影響力。期間曼谷最高溫達攝氏37度，部分地區可能達42度，當局警告高溫與空污威脅，呼籲防範中暑。
Pope Leo XIV said he had no intention of debating President Trump and would continue speaking out against war, after Trump criticized his remarks on the war between the United States and Iran. The Pope stressed that the Gospel message is to promote peace, not to play a political role, and that as a messenger of peace he would pursue just solutions through dialogue and multilateral relations. He made the remarks while en route to Algeria, the first stop on his visit to Africa.
Thunder Tiger Technology Chairman Chen Kuan-ju said mass production and the ability to sustain supplies are core strengths in asymmetric wars of attrition. The company unveiled its “Iron Triangle” PapaDELTA series loitering munitions, built around aluminum alloy stamping, saying they significantly boost production capacity and efficiency. The product meets U.S. military LUCAS architecture requirements, and its highly modular design allows it to be used on various platforms, including unmanned surface vessels. Thunder Tiger Technology has also obtained Blue UAS certification, ensuring compliance with international supply chains.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, a pro-Russia leader, lost the parliamentary election, and the Russian government said it hoped to establish “pragmatic” relations with the new leadership. Ukraine withdrew its official advisory urging citizens to avoid travel to Hungary. The prime ministers of Slovakia and the Czech Republic also congratulated the new leader, while the leaders of Poland and Germany described the election result as a defeat for “right-wing populism.”
At 7:23 p.m. on the 13th, a magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck Nan’ao Township, Yilan County, at a depth of 48.8 kilometers. The maximum seismic intensity reached Level 3 in areas including Yilan, Hualien and Nantou.
Actress Zhang Jun-ning attended an event for a skincare brand and spoke candidly about anxiety over appearance, encouraging people to age naturally. Asked about being invited to appear on a variety show, she said she was not good at singing and dancing and joked that she did not want to trouble the audience.
The Japan Life Design Counselor Association (JLCA), a specified nonprofit corporation, has issued new certifications under its “Maru-Teki Mark CMS” certification program for marriage agencies to 3 businesses. The newly certified agencies are 結婚相談所ナレソメ予備校, ウェルスマ and ブライダルオフィス・シャローム. JLCA was established in January 2007 and began issuing Maru-Teki Mark certifications in December 2008. As of March 2025, about 610 businesses have obtained certification. The program sets strict screening standards for legal compliance and identity verification so consumers can use marriage agencies with confidence.
LIFE style Co., Ltd. will grand open “brulett（ブリュレット）Kita-Senri,” a specialty shop for freshly baked mini cream puffs and milk gelato, on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. Supervised by pastry chef Katsuya Miyoshi, formerly of Kobe Kitano Hotel, the shop will offer brulee-cookie mini cream puffs with a crisp, crunchy exterior and smooth milk gelato made with carefully selected milk. The gelato features a variety of flavors made with carefully selected milk, including milk from Hokkaido, 日登牧場 Brown Swiss milk and 蒜山 Jersey milk. The sweets are recommended as gifts or for relaxing at home.
ゴジキ’s book “Reading Pro Baseball Managerial Leadership Through Management Techniques” has maintained strong sales at bookstores and online stores since its release on March 18, 2026. It has ranked highly in weekly rankings at 紀伊國屋書店, ジュンク堂書店, Amazon and 楽天ブックス. It has also drawn a strong response on social media, with readers saying it “changes how you watch baseball” and offers “lessons from a management perspective.” Promotion has continued after publication through articles, short videos and seminar appearances, among other efforts, to raise awareness.
A spectator tour for the opening match of the ノジマＴリーグ 2026-2027 season, which will be held overseas for the first time, will be organized by 株式会社メキシコ観光, a group company of 新宝島ホールディングス, the T.LEAGUE’s top partner. The “TPlus Tour” departs July 24 for a 2-night, 3-day trip and includes match tickets, a press conference viewing and a behind-the-scenes tour. The opening matches will be held at 新竹県立体育館 in Taiwan, with 木下マイスター東京 facing T.T彩たま in the men’s match and 木下アビエル神奈川 facing トップおとめピンポンズ名古屋 in the women’s match. Tour bookings open at 18 o’clock on April 16.
株式会社菩提樹 began offering its DX platform for temples, “AI副住職くん,” nationwide in April 2026. The SaaS integrates more than 30 functions, including AI consultations, memorial service management, a parishioner CRM and payments, in a single LINE platform. The monthly fee is 10,000 yen, before tax. The service has already been adopted by 5 temples, including temples of the Tendai and Shinshu Otani schools. Plans include launching “AI住職ボイス” in winter 2026 and “メタバース本堂” in spring 2027, with a goal of adoption by 1,000 temples nationwide by 2030.
A campaign offering 5 volumes of the popular isekai fantasy manga “Drawing: The Strongest Manga Artist Dominates Another World with Drawing Skills!” for free is underway on the manga site キミコミ. The manga is published by Kill Time Communication’s Valkyrie Comics. The latest volume, Vol. 18, is also on sale to strong reviews for 792 yen (ISBN: 9784799221549).
ブライトリング has announced the limited-edition “Navitimer B02 Chronograph 41 Cosmonaute Artemis II,” a model that carries on the legacy of the Cosmonaute, the first Swiss-made wristwatch to reach space. Limited to 450 pieces, it features a meteorite dial.
Companies mentioned：ブライトリング
mementoa, a 7-member idol group that debuted on January 31, 2026, will release collaboration goods with Village Vanguard and hold related events. The goods will be sold through the online store from April 13 to April 19, 2026, and feature newly shot photos of the group wearing outfits from their music video. A lottery will select 200 people among customers who spend 3,000 yen or more, including tax, to attend a mini-live and special event at Village Vanguard Shibuya Main Store on July 17, 2026. Depending on the purchase amount, the special event will offer photo opportunities with members, 30-second talks and 20-second video recordings.
LeapAI Inc. will exhibit its AI-powered video advertising marketing support service at “NexTech Week 2026 [Spring]” in April 2026.
Companies mentioned：サイバーエージェント、デジタルインファクト、Google、RX Japan株式会社、リクルート
ナビット surveyed 1000 people about clam digging. About 6割 have tried it, but 89% have no plans to go this year. The survey also introduced the “new 三 sacred treasures” for adults.
ギブクリエーション株式会社, a talent consulting firm specializing in the manufacturing sector, announced that it has maintained an average Google review rating of 4.9 across 600 reviews. The company provides job seekers with information to support meaningful career development and follows the guiding principle “The Giver,” which views changing jobs as a means of improving one’s career. It is led by Yūhei Saika, was established in January 2021 and has headquarters in Tokyo and Osaka.
TricoLogic Inc., an AI startup founded at the University of Tokyo, will hold a free online seminar in April 2026 on AI applications for printing company executives. Against a backdrop of difficult conditions, with shipments in the printing industry down 43% from their peak and bankruptcies increasing, the seminar will introduce examples of companies that established “a second revenue pillar” through AI-driven efficiency improvements and entry into new businesses. Topics will include a case in which AI adoption reduced annual workloads by 80 hours and strategies for entering the education sector. Participants will receive a “Printing Company AI Operations Inventory Sheet” and be offered a free individual assessment.
ツキノ芸能プロダクション’s concept shop, “TSUKIPRO SHOP 2026 Vivid Runway,” opened for a limited time at Ikebukuro PACKS on April 11, 2026.
Companies mentioned：ツキノ芸能プロダクション
クリーク･アンド･リバー社 will hold a free online seminar for creators on applying traditional Japanese styles and patterns to contemporary design.
Companies mentioned：株式会社クリーク･アンド･リバー社、一般社団法人ファッション産業技術継承協会、武蔵野美術大学、学校法人文化学園
URBAN RESEARCH KYOTO will release limited-edition T-shirts created in collaboration with 5 prominent photographers and hold the commemorative event “TINYVICES ARCHIVES.”
Companies mentioned：URBAN RESEARCH、ONEITA、semoh
Original株式会社J.I developerがAIによる足場図面自動生成BPOサービス「ジェイスマ」を2026年4月にローンチ。1日1社のペースで導入が拡大している。