{ "edition": "20260414-18", "language": "en", "period_start": "2026-04-14T18:00:00+09:00", "period_end": "2026-04-14T21:00:00+09:00", "page": 2, "pages": 3, "received_in_period": 205, "listed_in_period": 205, "description": "One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 120 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 85 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.", "countries": [ { "code": "JP", "name": "Japan", "items": 120, "sources": 1 }, { "code": "TW", "name": "Taiwan", "items": 85, "sources": 1 } ], "number_of_items": 100, "items": [ { "id": 107438, "anchor": "n107438", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107438", "title": "For makeup smudging and UV protection in extreme heat: Time Secret’s cooling cosmetics return this year in limited quantities.", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "msh Co., Ltd. will launch a limited-quantity “Cool Series” featuring cooling ingredients from its cosmetics brand “Time Secret.” The lineup includes 3 products: a pressed powder with the highest domestic UV protection rating, a colorless powder that enhances radiance, and a setting mist that prevents makeup from smudging. Sales will begin in stages from late April at variety shops, drugstores and the brand’s official online store nationwide. Designed for makeup and sun protection during the extreme heat, the products come in limited-edition packaging and feature a refreshing mint scent.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T17:32:09+09:00", "source_type": "prtimes", "source_name": "PR TIMES", "country": "JP", "country_name": "Japan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000232.000016854.html", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107439, "anchor": "n107439", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107439", "title": "[Ragnarok X] The enchanted island “Comodo” is finally unlocked! The Base Lv. cap also rises to 110!", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "GungHo Online Entertainment has added the new map “Comodo” to the MMORPG “Ragnarok X” and raised the Base Lv. cap to 110. The update also adds new monsters and events, further expanding players’ adventures.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "GungHo Online Entertainment, Inc." ], "published_at": "2026-04-14T17:31:27+09:00", "source_type": "prtimes", "source_name": "PR TIMES", "country": "JP", "country_name": "Japan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002096.000025063.html", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107447, "anchor": "n107447", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107447", "title": "SiMa.ai receives strategic investment from Micron.", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "SiMa.ai, headquartered in San Jose, California, announced that it has received a strategic investment from Micron Technology. The companies will integrate Micron’s LPDDR5X memory into SiMa.ai’s Modalix MLSoC platform, aiming to improve performance per watt for edge AI. The collaboration will accelerate mass production of high-performance physical AI solutions for robotics, industrial automation and autonomous vehicles.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T17:30:02+09:00", "source_type": "prtimes", "source_name": "PR TIMES", "country": "JP", "country_name": "Japan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000167041.html", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107446, "anchor": "n107446", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107446", "title": "Publication of “Challenges in Regulating Commercial Spyware (Privatization of Cyberattack Capabilities),” a deliverable from the “Cybersecurity and Active Cyber Defense (ACD)” research project.", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The “Cybersecurity and Active Cyber Defense (ACD)” project run by Tokio Marine dR Co., Ltd. has published a report titled “Challenges in Regulating Commercial Spyware.” The report analyzes issues surrounding commercial spyware regulation from the perspective of the privatization of cyberattack capabilities. Based on the National Security Strategy of December 2022, the project works with leading Japanese experts to make policy recommendations for implementing ACD.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T17:30:02+09:00", "source_type": "prtimes", "source_name": "PR TIMES", "country": "JP", "country_name": "Japan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000096.000128655.html", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107445, "anchor": "n107445", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107445", "title": "Information on newly launched funds featured in “Minkabu (Investment Trusts)” ", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "NTT DATA ABIC Co., Ltd. has published its “New Face” roundup of newly launched funds for February 2026 in the information media outlet Minkabu (Investment Trusts). Drawing on objective data accumulated by the company, an investment trust evaluation organization, the article explains trends in newly established funds. The company’s core businesses are financial product analysis and system development, and its capital is ¥323.12 million.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T17:30:02+09:00", "source_type": "prtimes", "source_name": "PR TIMES", "country": "JP", "country_name": "Japan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000135.000115257.html", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107444, "anchor": "n107444", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107444", "title": "Published 4 articles on the latest investment trust information in “Minkabu (Investment Trusts)” — March 2026.", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "In March 2026, NTT DATA ABIC Co., Ltd. published 4 articles on the latest investment trust information in “Minkabu (Investment Trusts),” an asset-building information outlet. The articles cover new rating information, including the “Mizuho Sustainable Fund Series”; updated return rankings; a preliminary report on fund inflows to Japanese equity index funds; and an overview of ESG investment trusts. Founded in 1982, the company is an evaluation organization that produces news and reports based on its accumulated data.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T17:30:02+09:00", "source_type": "prtimes", "source_name": "PR TIMES", "country": "JP", "country_name": "Japan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000136.000115257.html", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107443, "anchor": "n107443", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107443", "title": "【Himelove Additional Member Audition】Episode 9 airs! The large-scale audition, which drew more than 500 applicants, is finally reaching its climax.", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Episode 9 of the “ひめらぶ” additional member audition airs. The 4 finalists selected from more than 500 applicants take on their final challenge. After a journey of growth and struggle, the results will be announced on April 22.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T17:30:02+09:00", "source_type": "prtimes", "source_name": "PR TIMES", "country": "JP", "country_name": "Japan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000171.000020107.html", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107442, "anchor": "n107442", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107442", "title": "【Projected annual yield of 14.0%】Real estate crowdfunding platform “TECROWD” releases information on domestic capital-gain-type fund “OME Data Center#05 (Takinouecho, Ome City)”", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "TECRA株式会社は、想定年利14.0%の不動産クラウドファンディング「TECROWD96号ファンド OME Data Center#05」の情報を公開しました。青梅市のAI推論特化型データセンター開発案件への投資を募ります。", "summary_state": "original", "facts": [], "companies": [ "TECRA株式会社", "東京電力" ], "published_at": "2026-04-14T17:30:02+09:00", "source_type": "prtimes", "source_name": "PR TIMES", "country": "JP", "country_name": "Japan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000275.000061009.html", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107441, "anchor": "n107441", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107441", "title": "Three A Consulting’s cloud-based ISO/P-mark management tools “ISMS Assist,” “9001 Assist,” “14001 Assist” and “P-mark Assist” surpass 3,000 client companies in 1 year and 11 months!", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The cumulative number of companies using the “Assist” series of cloud-based ISO/P-mark management tools offered by Three A Consulting Co., Ltd. surpassed 3,000 in 1 year and 11 months after launch. The series supports ISMS, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and PrivacyMark standards, centralizing complicated document preparation and progress management in the cloud. Its low-cost operation without the need for specialized knowledge has earned recognition, with adoption across a broad range of industries, from major corporations to small and medium-sized businesses. The service also works with the “Certification Partner” service, starting at ¥40,000 per month, to help companies reduce workloads.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T17:30:02+09:00", "source_type": "prtimes", "source_name": "PR TIMES", "country": "JP", "country_name": "Japan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000296.000058111.html", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107440, "anchor": "n107440", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107440", "title": "【Co-hosted seminar | April 17 (Friday), 12:00–13:00】70.4% of major BtoB purchases are decided before the first meeting. An in-depth seminar on GTM strategies for getting onto enterprise-market “comparison tables”", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "IDEATECH Inc. will hold an online seminar with Demagen Research Institute on April 17, 2026. The seminar will unveil for the first time the latest findings from the “Survey on the State of Major BtoB Purchasing Processes in Japan 2026,” which found that 70.4% of BtoB purchasing managers had clarified their needs before engaging with sales. Hiroyasu Kitagawa, formerly of Microsoft, will speak about GTM strategies for remaining on the shortlist in the enterprise market. Participants will receive the survey report and an industry-specific content guidebook supervised by Kitagawa.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T17:30:02+09:00", "source_type": "prtimes", "source_name": "PR TIMES", "country": "JP", "country_name": "Japan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000627.000045863.html", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107448, "anchor": "n107448", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107448", "title": "Give Creation wins the “Outstanding Partner Award” at the IHI AGENT AWARD 2025, ranking No. 1 among all agents for document screening pass rate 【June 11, 2025】", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Give Creation Co., Ltd. won the Outstanding Partner Award at the IHI AGENT AWARD 2025, hosted by IHI Corporation. The company was recognized for its exceptionally strong matching performance, ranking 1st among all agents for document screening pass rate and 2nd for the number of job offers accepted. It offers a two-sided support model specializing in Japan’s manufacturing industry and has received ongoing recognition from several major manufacturers since its founding in 2021. The award reflects its deep understanding of companies’ specialized talent requirements and its ability to draw out job seekers’ underlying needs through interviews.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T17:29:34+09:00", "source_type": "prtimes", "source_name": "PR TIMES", "country": "JP", "country_name": "Japan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000004.000179660.html", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107449, "anchor": "n107449", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107449", "title": "【Public lecture on May 17】Learn about the latest findings on depression", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The 13th public lecture for people with mental health conditions and their families will be held online on May 17, 2026. The theme is “Learn about the latest findings on depression.” The lecture will explain new guidelines that prioritize the voices of people with lived experience, based on the latest clinical practice guidelines published in 2025. The program includes talks by experts from Juntendo University and Kyorin University, personal accounts from people with lived experience and their families, and a Q&A session. Attendance is limited to 500 people, and the event is co-hosted by Otsuka Pharmaceutical and the Japan Depression Center, among others. A recording will also be available from May 29.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T17:28:46+09:00", "source_type": "prtimes", "source_name": "PR TIMES", "country": "JP", "country_name": "Japan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000185.000048278.html", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107450, "anchor": "n107450", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107450", "title": "【FLO PRESTIGE】A long-tailed tit wearing a samurai helmet is irresistibly cute! Limited-time sweets for Children’s Day go on sale May 2. The lineup includes a fluffy long-tailed tit cake and a roll cake wrapped like a carp streamer.", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "FLO PRESTIGE, operated by Flo Japon Co., Ltd., will offer limited-edition Children’s Day sweets for 4 days, from May 2 to May 5, 2026. The featured items are the “Children’s Day Long-tailed Tit Cheese Tart” (¥2,473 including tax), decorated with a samurai helmet, and the “Children’s Day Long-tailed Tit Cake” (¥691 including tax). The shop will also offer a “Children’s Day Fruit Roll Cake” (¥1,933 including tax) wrapped in carp-streamer packaging. The products will be sold at all FLO PRESTIGE locations except the Matsudo Atre Delica store.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T17:26:03+09:00", "source_type": "prtimes", "source_name": "PR TIMES", "country": "JP", "country_name": "Japan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000165.000102606.html", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107451, "anchor": "n107451", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107451", "title": "Advance visitor registration and applications to attend the international conference are now open for the 11th Japan Drone 2026 / 5th Next Generation Air Mobility EXPO 2026!", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The 11th Japan Drone 2026, a drone-focused trade show, and the 5th Next Generation Air Mobility EXPO 2026 will be held at Makuhari Messe from June 3 to 5, 2026. The organizer, Japan UAS Industrial Development Association (JUIDA), began accepting advance visitor registrations and applications to attend all 28 sessions of the international conference free of charge on April 13. With “regional revitalization and urban development” and “the challenge of flying cars” as its themes, the exhibition will feature 300 companies and organizations from Japan and abroad and expects 24,000 visitors. A job fair for recruitment and career changes, a first for the drone industry, will also be held.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T17:24:06+09:00", "source_type": "prtimes", "source_name": "PR TIMES", "country": "JP", "country_name": "Japan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000019.000085947.html", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107452, "anchor": "n107452", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107452", "title": "【泉屋博古館】特別展「文化財よ、永遠に2026 －次代につなぐ技とひと」が開幕。住友財団35年の文化財維持・修復事業助成の成果を一挙展示。", "title_state": "original", "summary": "泉屋博古館にて、住友財団の文化財維持・修復事業助成の成果を展示する特別展「文化財よ、永遠に2026」が開幕しました。文化財の修復技術や携わる人々の熱意にスポットを当てています。", "summary_state": "original", "facts": [], "companies": [ "泉屋博古館", "住友財団", "報恩寺", "海住山寺", "大阪・下岩瀬薬師保存会", "麟祥院", "妙満寺", "乙訓寺" ], "published_at": "2026-04-14T17:23:57+09:00", "source_type": "prtimes", "source_name": "PR TIMES", "country": "JP", "country_name": "Japan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000128815.html", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107453, "anchor": "n107453", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107453", "title": "Re Camera × PICTE collaboration photography exhibition “Possibilities Within a Square” to be held April 18 (Saturday) and 19 (Sunday); exhibitors announced", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Akiba Distribution is teaming up with PICTE to hold “Possibilities Within a Square,” a photography exhibition exploring expression in a square format, on April 18 and 19. A total of 17 exhibitors, including professionals and amateurs, will take part.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "PICTE" ], "published_at": "2026-04-14T17:20:15+09:00", "source_type": "prtimes", "source_name": "PR TIMES", "country": "JP", "country_name": "Japan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000179936.html", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107454, "anchor": "n107454", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107454", "title": "ABEJA announces change to business name", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "ABEJA, Inc. has changed the name of its business from “Digital Platform Business” to “Enterprise Platform Business.” The change reflects the company’s actual deployment of ABEJA Platform for putting AI into practical operation.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T17:20:01+09:00", "source_type": "prtimes", "source_name": "PR TIMES", "country": "JP", "country_name": "Japan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000213.000010628.html", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107455, "anchor": "n107455", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107455", "title": "Cut heating electricity use by up to 20% amid soaring energy prices", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Metro Electric Industry Co., Ltd., based in Anjo, Aichi Prefecture, has revamped its “Mini Poka®” series of infrared heaters for livestock and launched the 200V “Mini Poka® HYBRID.” Equipped with its proprietary “Spiral Orange Heat” infrared carbon lamp heater, the new model cuts power consumption by up to 20% compared with previous models. Safety for livestock facilities has also been significantly improved, including the addition of switches in 2 locations that automatically cut power if the unit falls. The product responds to rising energy prices while supporting stable livestock-rearing conditions and low-cost operation.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T17:19:48+09:00", "source_type": "prtimes", "source_name": "PR TIMES", "country": "JP", "country_name": "Japan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000023.000093762.html", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107456, "anchor": "n107456", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107456", "title": "【大阪・泉南】“LAカルチャー”が出現する体験型屋外フェス「LA FOOD & CULTURE FEST」をゴールデンウィークに開催決定。ロサンゼルス・ドジャース所属大谷翔平選手の現地限定グッズも販売", "title_state": "original", "summary": "SBI MUSIC CIRCUS will take part in planning and production of “LA FOOD & CULTURE FEST,” a West Coast culture-themed event to be held in Sennan City, Osaka, during Golden Week 2026. LA-exclusive merchandise featuring Shohei Ohtani is also planned for sale.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "株式会社SBI MUSIC CIRCUS", "株式会社TryHard Japan", "Weekly LALALA", "ロサンゼルス・ドジャース", "Visit California / ロサンゼルス観光局" ], "published_at": "2026-04-14T17:17:55+09:00", "source_type": "prtimes", "source_name": "PR TIMES", "country": "JP", "country_name": "Japan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000077.000147733.html", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107457, "anchor": "n107457", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107457", "title": "【愛媛・松山】愛媛プロレスとコラボ「うどんバトルロイヤル」開催 4月28日限定", "title_state": "original", "summary": "株式会社三福ホールディングス is teaming up with 愛媛プロレス to hold the “Original Udon Battle Royal” at P・SPO Udon Homen on April 28. The winning dish will be sold for a limited time.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "株式会社三福ホールディングス", "愛媛プロレス", "P・SPOカンパニー" ], "published_at": "2026-04-14T17:16:23+09:00", "source_type": "prtimes", "source_name": "PR TIMES", "country": "JP", "country_name": "Japan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000417.000004256.html", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107644, "anchor": "n107644", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107644", "title": "Tainan flood-control construction in Xuejia set for completion in June, strengthening flood resilience in surrounding areas", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The M Main Trunk Pump Station and Detention Pond project in Xuejia District, Tainan City, is scheduled for completion in June this year. With a total budget of around NT$330 million, the project will significantly improve flood resilience across about 80 hectares of the Xuejia Industrial Park and surrounding communities. Chen Chin-te, chair of the Public Construction Commission of the Executive Yuan, visited the site and called for operations to begin before the flood season, ahead of construction completion. He also instructed city officials to continue applying for flood-control funding and urged them to pursue a systematic approach to flood mitigation.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T20:26:22+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604140286.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107635, "anchor": "n107635", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107635", "title": "Fuel vehicle restrictions and rising oil prices leave Vietnam’s electric motorcycles sold out", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "In Vietnam, tighter restrictions on gasoline-powered vehicles and soaring crude oil prices have combined to sharply increase demand for electric scooters. Since March in particular, sales at some stores have risen 3 to 4 times. VinFast, a major Vietnamese electric scooter maker, announced that orders in March hit a record high and that its current production capacity cannot keep up with demand. Analysts say it will take time to develop charging infrastructure and change consumer habits.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T20:25:54+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604140295.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107636, "anchor": "n107636", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107636", "title": "2 U.S. House members resign, 2 face disciplinary probes, sparking rare calls for expulsion", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "米連邦下院で、中国共産党のスパイ疑惑に巻き込まれた民主党のエリック・スウォルウェル議員と、元側近との不倫スキャンダルに直面した共和党のトニー・ゴンザレス議員が辞職を発表した。さらに2人の議員が規律調査を受けており、議会内で議員追放を求める声が高まっている。追放には下院議員の3分の2の同意が必要で、過去237年間でわずか6人の議員しか追放されていない。", "summary_state": "original", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T20:17:52+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604140294.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107641, "anchor": "n107641", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107641", "title": "耀穎擬5月上櫃 攻12吋晶圓光學鍍膜", "title_state": "original", "summary": "半導体ウェハー光感フィルター製造の耀穎光電は、2026年5月に上場を予定しており、仮の公募価格は1株あたり65元である。同社は、12インチウェハー光学コーティング、AI眼鏡光導波路コーティング、CPOシリコンフォトニクス接続器低反射膜を将来の主要な成長動力と見込んでいる。2025年の総売上高は4.26億台湾ドル、税後純利益は4486万台湾ドル、EPSは1.86台湾ドルだった。", "summary_state": "original", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T20:16:15+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604140289.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107637, "anchor": "n107637", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107637", "title": "Masterpiece “Beijing Circus” by artist Sanyu on display in National Museum of History exhibition", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "After selling for HK$47.26 million (about NT$190 million) at a Sotheby's auction in Hong Kong, the late Sanyu's representative work “Beijing Circus” is now on display in the National Museum of History's special exhibition “Multiple Images of the Horse.” The exhibition features 6 works by Sanyu and explores his feelings for his hometown and his sense of color. The museum is also holding the collection exhibition “Thrust—Convergence and Divergence at the São Paulo Biennial in Brazil,” looking back at its contribution to the internationalization of Taiwanese art.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T20:14:50+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202604140293.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107645, "anchor": "n107645", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107645", "title": "Road erupts in New Taipei's Banqiao; Taipower's initial assessment points to termites damaging cable", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "A road explosion occurred at the intersection of Xianmin Boulevard and Minsheng Road in Banqiao District, New Taipei City. Taiwan Power Co. (Taipower) initially determined that the cause was damage by termites to an underground 20,000-volt high-voltage cable. The incident temporarily cut power to 4,726 households, but Taipower has completed repairs and the road is open to traffic. The company plans to step up regular inspections.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T20:14:46+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604140285.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107638, "anchor": "n107638", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107638", "title": "DPP drafts 莊競程 to run for Hsinchu mayor; city party chapter says it will fight alongside him", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The DPP's election committee has recommended former legislator 莊競程 as its candidate for Hsinchu mayor and plans to hold a news conference after approval by the party's Central Executive Committee. The Hsinchu City party chapter said it would work with 莊競程 and contribute to city governance as Hsinchu faces challenges including transportation, child care and aging infrastructure.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T20:13:48+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604140292.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107639, "anchor": "n107639", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107639", "title": "New drama stirs memories as 邱凱偉 and 嚴正嵐 share stories of fathers' love", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Actors 邱凱偉 (Darren) and 嚴正嵐 attended a news conference for their new drama “阿爸請你嘛嘛吼” and shared personal stories about their fathers' love. 邱凱偉 expressed gratitude to his late father, while 嚴正嵐 reflected on her relationship with her father in childhood. The drama is an absurd comedy that revisits a father's love through the unusual premise of communicating with the dead. It will air on 公視台語台 at 8 p.m. on April 19, and will also stream simultaneously on 公視+ and the DAY DAY台語台 YouTube channel.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T20:10:45+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202604140291.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107640, "anchor": "n107640", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107640", "title": "Inflation pressure mounts as Singapore tightens monetary policy for first time since 2022", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) tightened monetary policy for the first time since October 2022, as tensions in the Middle East drove up energy prices and import costs. MAS slightly raised the slope of its Singapore dollar nominal effective exchange rate (S$NEER) policy band. It also raised its forecasts for core and headline inflation this year from 1.5% to 2.5%. Grab has introduced a fuel surcharge, and electricity prices are also expected to rise.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T20:10:43+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604140290.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107642, "anchor": "n107642", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107642", "title": "Taiwan stocks fluctuate near highs; Q1 trading accounts for retail and large investors hit records", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "In the first quarter of 2026, Taiwan's stock market hit new highs, while the number of trading accounts held by individual, mid-sized and large investors all reached records. The number of trading accounts in March was 6,235,182, an increase of about 1.5784 million from February. In the first quarter, individuals accounted for 53.73% of total market trading value, while foreign investors accounted for 35.19%. The market turnover rate rose sharply to 17.79% in March, and day trading accounted for 36.47% of trading value.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T20:07:39+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604140288.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107643, "anchor": "n107643", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107643", "title": "Precision medicine delays chemotherapy, helping Stage 4 breast cancer patient balance career and treatment", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "年約50歲的荷爾蒙陽性乳癌第4期患者小美，因及早導入精準治療，得以兼顧職場與家庭。和信治癌中心醫院腫瘤內科部主治醫師陳鵬宇指出，約3至4成荷爾蒙陽性乳癌患者帶有特定基因突變，若僅使用荷爾蒙治療，穩定期平均約7至8個月。透過精準用藥，患者病情穩定期可延長至約17個月，顯著延後進入化療階段。這不僅提高存活率，也避免因化療副作用中斷工作，保全職涯與家庭穩定。", "summary_state": "original", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T20:04:37+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604140287.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107646, "anchor": "n107646", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107646", "title": "Economy Ministry: Carrefour and RT-Mart have more than 2 weeks of plastic bag stock; PX Mart's inner bags remain available", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "中東情勢影響石化原料供應，導致塑膠袋價格上漲約3成。經濟部已啟動平價專案，本週起陸續鋪貨5000噸平價原料進入市場。合作通路小北百貨及振宇五金已補貨12萬包塑膠袋，家樂福、愛買等大型通路塑膠商品庫存約14到30天。經濟部也媒介全聯與製造商合作，並將協助通路業者提供上游製造商名單，確保生產原料供應，穩定市場。", "summary_state": "original", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T19:56:30+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604140284.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107617, "anchor": "n107617", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107617", "title": "Prosecutors search 宏泰人壽; Financial Supervisory Commission says probe concerns real estate transaction", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "宏泰人壽 was searched by prosecutors. The Financial Supervisory Commission said the case was related to a real estate transaction, while the company emphasized that its operations remain normal.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "宏泰人寿 (Hungtai Life Insurance)", "金融監督管理委員会 (FSC)" ], "published_at": "2026-04-14T19:51:28+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604140283.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107618, "anchor": "n107618", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107618", "title": "70 pairs of longevity shoes conceal heroin worth NT$40 million; 5 suspects arrested over shipment from Laos to Taiwan", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "A cross-border drug trafficking group hid heroin worth about NT$40 million in the soles of 70 pairs of longevity shoes and shipped them to Taiwan by courier from Laos. After receiving intelligence, the Criminal Investigation Bureau intercepted a suspicious package on Nov. 24 last year and formed a task force. Investigators tracked down and arrested a total of 5 suspects, including recipients at 3 levels and the alleged ringleader. The case was referred for investigation on suspicion of violating the Narcotics Hazard Prevention Act; 3 people were detained and held incommunicado, while 2 were released on bail.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T19:50:26+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604140282.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107620, "anchor": "n107620", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107620", "title": "Tai Shin Securities trading system outage causes turmoil; FSC says firm fully liable for investor losses", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "After the merger of 台新證券 and 元富證券, their app trading system malfunctioned twice, on April 7 and 14, leaving investors unable to receive trading notifications and causing duplicate orders. Huang Hou-ming, deputy director-general of the Financial Supervisory Commission's Securities and Futures Bureau, said 台新證券 must take full responsibility for investors' resulting losses and that the commission has asked the Taiwan Stock Exchange to conduct an on-site inspection. The amount of erroneous trades is expected to exceed NT$100 million. 台新證券 will handle them as erroneous trades and transfer the positions to a special account for offsetting transactions.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T19:50:17+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604140280.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107619, "anchor": "n107619", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107619", "title": "蕭旭岑: 鄭麗文's line is established, giving the KMT stronger footing for its arguments", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "After KMT chair 鄭麗文 concluded her visit to China, KMT vice chair 蕭旭岑 said on April 14 that the “鄭麗文 line” had been established. 蕭旭岑 said the approach would give KMT candidates a stronger basis for making their case and help them counter the DPP's “resist China, protect Taiwan” argument. He stressed that the goal was to help the KMT return to power in 2028. 蕭旭岑 said 鄭麗文 aims to help the KMT return to power, not to run for president.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T19:45:24+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604140281.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107625, "anchor": "n107625", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107625", "title": "張育成 left out of starting lineup for first time; 後藤光尊 does not give direct answer", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "張育成 of the Fubon Guardians in the Chinese Professional Baseball League was left out of the starting lineup for the first time this season. Manager 後藤光尊 confirmed that 張育成 was still with the first team but did not give a clear reason for his removal from the lineup. 後藤 said players may be tired from a packed schedule and that fatigue was affecting the whole team, not just 張育成. The team's pitching staff has a high 4.90 ERA, and the manager wants starting pitchers to go deeper into games, but said there is no special solution.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T19:43:25+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604140275.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107621, "anchor": "n107621", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107621", "title": "Taiwan listed and OTC stocks gain NT$2.82 trillion in market value, hit record NT$128.03 trillion", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Taiwan's stock market rallied, taking its market capitalization to a record NT$128.03 trillion. Semiconductor stocks such as TSMC and 信驊 led the gains.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "TSMC (台湾積体電路製造)", "信驊 (ASPEED)" ], "published_at": "2026-04-14T19:38:20+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604140279.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107622, "anchor": "n107622", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107622", "title": "Rusty metal fragment reportedly found in Taichung's famous soup dumplings; food safety officials to inspect", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "A rusty metal fragment was reportedly found in a product from a famous soup dumpling shop in Taichung, prompting 台中市食品薬物安全処 to send inspectors after receiving a customer complaint.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "台中市食品薬物安全処" ], "published_at": "2026-04-14T19:36:18+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604140278.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107623, "anchor": "n107623", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107623", "title": "Nobel Prize-winning biomedical researcher speaks at National Cheng Kung University, stresses importance of oxygen homeostasis", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Gregg Semenza, the 2019 Nobel Prize winner in Physiology or Medicine, spoke at National Cheng Kung University, highlighting the close relationship between Earth's atmospheric circulation and the physiological functions of human cells, particularly the importance of oxygen homeostasis. He also warned about the effects of fossil fuel combustion on the global environment.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T19:30:15+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604140277.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107624, "anchor": "n107624", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107624", "title": "Reuters: U.S. and Iranian teams may return to Pakistan's capital for peace talks this week", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Reuters reported that U.S. and Iranian negotiating teams may return to Islamabad, Pakistan’s capital, later this week to resume peace talks aimed at ending the Gulf War. This suggests that the two countries are again seeking an opportunity for dialogue after their initial talks broke down.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T19:28:13+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604140276.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107588, "anchor": "n107588", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107588", "title": "Hacker cyberattack leads to million-dollar fine; Wufu Travel strengthens cybersecurity", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Wufu Travel suffered a hacker attack in January this year and was fined NT$1 million by the Tourism Administration for violating the Personal Data Protection Act. In response, the company is actively implementing cybersecurity defenses and upgrading its systems, including adopting the ISO 27001 information security management system. It has also upgraded its de-identification and advanced encryption technologies for sensitive personal data and established a 24-hour intrusion detection and alert system. Wufu Travel also plans to build an electronic signature system and adopt the Google Workspace business ecosystem to enhance overall cybersecurity and digital efficiency.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T19:26:09+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604140274.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107589, "anchor": "n107589", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107589", "title": "Miaoli’s Shitan senior fitness club opens, aiming to help older adults exercise more and stay healthier", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The senior fitness club in Shitan Township, Miaoli County, has opened at the Shitan Health Center, with County Magistrate Chung Tung-chin in attendance. Residents aged 65 and older make up 1/3 of Shitan Township’s population. The club provides a safe, accessible fitness space equipped with facilities such as isokinetic strength-training machines and exercise machines, with instruction from professional trainers. Classes are held Tuesday afternoons and Friday mornings. Shitan Township residents aged 65 and older are eligible to join for free as a priority, with the aim of improving older adults’ mobility and slowing physical decline.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T19:24:07+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604140273.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107590, "anchor": "n107590", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107590", "title": "U.S. and Indonesian defense chiefs meet, announce establishment of major defense partnership", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "After meeting at the Pentagon, U.S. Defense Secretary Hegseth and Indonesian Defense Minister Sjafrie announced the establishment of a “Major Defense Partnership.” The partnership covers military modernization, capacity building, training, professional military education and cooperation on exercises, and reaffirms their commitment to peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific. Indonesia is carefully assessing a U.S. proposal granting U.S. military aircraft permission to fly over Indonesian airspace, as it could involve risks of conflict in the South China Sea.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T19:24:05+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604140272.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107601, "anchor": "n107601", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107601", "title": "Liu Chun-wei shows no change despite being “on the verge of a strain”; Chi Li-chi-lao’s injury does not affect batting practice", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "台湾プロ野球・味全ドラゴンズの劉俊緯選手が走塁中に違和感を覚え、「肉離れの一歩手前」で3〜4日休養する。吉力吉撈・鞏冠選手は膝の負傷を抱えつつも打撃練習を再開した。", "summary_state": "original", "facts": [], "companies": [ "味全ドラゴンズ", "統一ライオンズ" ], "published_at": "2026-04-14T19:23:26+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604140261.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107591, "anchor": "n107591", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107591", "title": "Taiwan International Percussion Festival enters its 12th edition; Ju Tzong-ching: Perseverance makes it happen", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The 12th Taiwan International Percussion Convention (TIPC) will stage 9 performances over 5 consecutive days at Taipei’s National Concert Hall, starting May 14. Founder and artistic director Ju Tzong-ching said that although organizing a major international festival poses challenges, perseverance in pursuing one’s ideals is key to making them a reality. This year’s festival will feature 155 performers from 10 countries in 9 programs, including a “Hundred Xylophones” concert and the Taiwan debuts of several internationally renowned percussionists.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T19:23:03+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202604140271.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107592, "anchor": "n107592", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107592", "title": "Taishin Securities system outage: 3-point explanation and apology to customers", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Taishin Securities’ trading system experienced an outage, inconveniencing customers. The Financial Supervisory Commission’s Securities and Futures Bureau conducted an on-site inspection, and Taishin Securities said it would help protect customers’ assets and report erroneous trades. The system was restored at 12:15. Reports say the value of the erroneous trades exceeds NT$100 million, but the company is still verifying the figure.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T19:20:00+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604140270.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107593, "anchor": "n107593", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107593", "title": "DPP settles on Huang Shih-chieh for Taoyuan mayoral race; local leaders give strong endorsement", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The Democratic Progressive Party has decided to nominate Huang Shih-chieh, a political deputy minister at the Ministry of Justice, as its candidate for Taoyuan mayor. Huang is from Taoyuan and is familiar with the city’s development. Local political figures have praised the decision as “very good,” citing his youth and experience as a Taoyuan City councilor. He is seen as having strong policy expertise and extensive election experience, and as a good fit for Taoyuan voters.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T19:19:58+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604140269.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107594, "anchor": "n107594", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107594", "title": "New Taipei’s pearl scallion season kicks off with food-and-farming tours and NT$100 restaurant discounts", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The New Taipei City Agriculture Department, working with the Pingxi District Farmers’ Association, has launched promotional activities to coincide with the pearl scallion harvest season, including food-and-farming tours, pearl scallion feasts, restaurant discounts and seasonal desserts. Pingxi’s pearl scallions have a distinctive flavor thanks to the area’s favorable climate and water quality. The activities also include a community contribution initiative in collaboration with the Taiwan Down Syndrome Foundation.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T19:16:56+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604140268.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107595, "anchor": "n107595", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107595", "title": "Resilience special budget to address Middle East conflict; Cho Jung-tai says expanded use can be discussed", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Amid heightened tensions in the Middle East, Kuomintang legislator Lai Shih-pao questioned the government’s response. Premier Cho Jung-tai said the government could consider expanding the use of the special budget under the existing “Special Act on Resilience in Response to the International Situation.” The budget includes a NT$25 billion reserve, and additional funding is also under consideration if it proves insufficient.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T19:13:54+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604140267.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107596, "anchor": "n107596", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107596", "title": "Taiwan’s 3 telecom giants race to build out satellite networks, bolstering communications resilience", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Chunghwa Telecom and Taiwan Mobile won awards in the “Satellite Digital Applications Innovation Competition,” underscoring their efforts to expand in satellite communications. Chunghwa Telecom is the only operator with high-, medium- and low-Earth-orbit satellite constellations. It has obtained commercial licenses for OneWeb and SES O3b and plans to launch Taiwan’s first dedicated satellite in partnership with Astranis. Taiwan Mobile has developed the PortShield-Sat system, integrating low-Earth-orbit satellites, 5G and AI to monitor ports and maintain communications during disasters. Amazon Leo’s low-Earth-orbit satellites are also set to enter Taiwan, with a partnership with Far EasTone expected and services anticipated to begin in early 2027.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T19:12:52+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604140266.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107597, "anchor": "n107597", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107597", "title": "私人招待所遊走灰色地帶 中市府：屬八大依法查", "title_state": "original", "summary": "Taichung City Councilor Chen Wen-cheng said many venues in recent years have operated under the label of “private clubs,” with private rooms, KTV equipment and hostesses entertaining customers. They attract customers online to evade government oversight. Economic Development Bureau Director Chang Feng-yuan said such venues should fall under the category of the eight major entertainment industries and would be inspected in accordance with the law. Taxation Bureau Director Shen Cheng-an also said that providing KTV equipment for a fee could be subject to entertainment tax and that the bureau would conduct an active review. The move aims to address Taichung’s “city of vice” label.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T19:10:50+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604140265.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107598, "anchor": "n107598", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107598", "title": "Underground cable accident knocks out power to 4726 households in Zhonghe and Yonghe; Taipower continues road repairs", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "An underground cable accident on Xianmin Boulevard in Banqiao District, New Taipei City, caused the road surface to buckle and break. A total of 4726 households in Zhonghe and Yonghe districts lost power, but Taipower quickly carried out repairs and restored service to all households by 1:25 p.m. Taipower said the accident occurred because a maintenance manhole was buried beneath the road surface; air expansion during a cable short circuit caused the road damage. Taipower is continuing to repair the road and plans to work with relevant agencies to adjust the placement of maintenance manholes. It will also step up patrol inspections to prevent similar accidents.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T19:09:48+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604140264.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107599, "anchor": "n107599", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107599", "title": "CTCI private placement of 45.099 million shares; Delta Electronics, USI Group and Dayu participate", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "中鼎は、台達電、台聚集団、大亞を戦略的投資家として、普通株4509.9万株の私募を実施し、約16億台湾ドルを調達する。これは、子会社CTCIAの未収金問題による財務構造強化と運営資金確保が目的。私募価格は1株あたり35.48台湾ドルで、今日の終値34.65台湾ドルに対し2.3%のわずかなプレミアムがある。この戦略的提携により、中鼎はAIインフラ、循環経済、ネットゼロ、中東復興市場での競争力を高める。", "summary_state": "original", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T19:09:46+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604140263.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107600, "anchor": "n107600", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107600", "title": "Chrome stops trusting certificates; Control Yuan urges Digital Affairs Ministry and Chunghwa Telecom to make improvements", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Following an issue in which Google Chrome stopped trusting certificates issued by Chunghwa Telecom, the Control Yuan called on the Ministry of Digital Affairs and Chunghwa Telecom to make fundamental improvements to their management systems and compliance.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "Google", "中華電信 (Chunghwa Telecom)", "デジタル発展部 (MODA)" ], "published_at": "2026-04-14T19:08:43+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604140262.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107602, "anchor": "n107602", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107602", "title": "Markets expect U.S.-Iran talks to continue; most Asian stocks rise as oil prices retreat", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Amid expectations that U.S.-Iran talks will continue, Asian stock markets mostly rose while oil prices fell. President Trump’s statement that Iran had requested talks raised hopes for easing tensions in the Middle East and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices, which had temporarily risen 8% after the U.S. military announced a blockade of the strait, gave back all their gains after Trump’s remarks. Major markets including Tokyo, Seoul and Taipei rose sharply, and the Taiwan Stock Exchange Weighted Index set a record high.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T19:06:39+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604140260.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107603, "anchor": "n107603", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107603", "title": "Qiu Yuan, Li Hui-mei and Chien Wen-pin named artistic directors of 3 national performing arts venues", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The National Performing Arts Center’s 4th board of directors appointed Qiu Yuan, Li Hui-mei and Chien Wen-pin as artistic directors of the National Theater and Concert Hall, the National Taichung Theater and the National Kaohsiung Center for the Arts, respectively. Chair Yang Chi-wen thanked the 3 artistic directors for their extensive practical experience and continued contributions. They are expected to take on a wide range of responsibilities, including theater operations, audience development, international networking and talent development, and to lead Taiwan’s performing arts into a new era. The current directors’ terms expire on April 15.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:57:37+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202604140259.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107604, "anchor": "n107604", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107604", "title": "Kaohsiung Sustainable Food and Farming Festival opens, linking tourism factories with hands-on activities", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The Kaohsiung City Government held the “2026 Kaohsiung Sustainable Food and Farming Festival” at the Kaohsiung Main Public Library on April 14, 2026. The Economic Development Bureau has rallied 5 tourism factories to offer hands-on activities from April 14 to 26, promoting food and farming education. The activities aim to help the public learn about the origins of ingredients, processing methods and food culture, and extend food and farming education from schools to industry and everyday life. Bureau Director Liao Tai-hsiang stressed the importance of tourism factories in promoting food and farming education, saying the activities would help the public develop sound eating habits and a stronger awareness of sustainability.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:56:35+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604140258.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107558, "anchor": "n107558", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107558", "title": "March tax revenue rises 28% year on year; securities transaction tax doubles to a record NT$53.5 billion", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Taiwan’s Ministry of Finance announced that tax revenue in March reached NT$298.9 billion, up 28.6% from a year earlier. Securities transaction tax hit a record high, driven in particular by a buoyant stock market.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:54:44+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604140253.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107605, "anchor": "n107605", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107605", "title": "Migrant Workers’ Literature Award opens for submissions, seeking life stories and moving local narratives", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The Migrant Workers' Literature Award, now in its 11th consecutive year, held a press conference on April 14 to launch its call for submissions, aiming to continue uncovering migrant workers' life stories and moving experiences in Taiwan. Founder Zhang Zheng stressed that discussions about bringing in migrant workers from India should be turned into an opportunity for inclusion and learning through understanding and engagement. He Xinming, chair of the Taiwan Wild Grass Writers Association, said people's unique life experiences cannot be replicated and that literature can bring society together. Tang Shengrong, chairman of HanGrass Creative, said Taiwan should welcome people from different backgrounds to participate in its development with a more open attitude. Submissions for the 11th Migrant Workers' Literature Award are open until May 20, and a new Island Voices Family Special Award has been added.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:54:33+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202604140257.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107555, "anchor": "n107555", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107555", "title": "Fronts to move through in succession from the 15th; rain area widest on the 18th, with showers expected north of central Taiwan", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The Central Weather Administration said multiple fronts will pass through in succession from the 15th, bringing unstable weather to Taiwan. Moisture will gradually increase, and the rain area is expected to be widest on the 18th, with localized brief showers forecast north of central Taiwan, in the east, and in mountainous areas of the central and south. On the 19th, the northeast monsoon will cause temperatures in the north to drop slightly, with lows expected to reach 20 to 21 degrees. Coastal areas should watch for high waves from the 16th onward.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:53:31+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604140256.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107556, "anchor": "n107556", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107556", "title": "One imported measles case; CDC monitoring 384 contacts", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The Taipei City Department of Health reported an imported measles case involving a Taiwanese man in his 30s who traveled to Indonesia in mid-March, developed symptoms after returning to Taiwan, and was diagnosed with the disease. The Centers for Disease Control has identified 384 contacts for monitoring through April 21. Measles outbreaks continue worldwide, with high case numbers in Indonesia, Mexico, Guatemala and the United States. Japan's case count is more than 3 times that of the same period last year. The CDC has issued Level 2 \"Alert\" travel notices for 9 countries, including Indonesia.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:53:29+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604140255.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107570, "anchor": "n107570", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107570", "title": "Vancouver office representative: Alliances among middle powers make Taiwan's democracy and technology valuable", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Liu Lixin, head of Taiwan's representative office in Vancouver, delivered a speech titled \"Middle Power Alliances in a Divided World\" to the Victoria branch of the Canadian International Council. She stressed that amid global turbulence, Taiwan's democratic and technological resilience, particularly its semiconductor industry, is a lifeline for global trade and a strategic asset. Liu reiterated that peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait are an international consensus, and called on like-minded countries such as Canada to work together to maintain regional stability. She also said that support for Taiwan in the U.S. Congress is bipartisan, regardless of changes in the U.S. administration.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:46:14+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604140230.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107557, "anchor": "n107557", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107557", "title": "Crowds at Taichung's Hanshin Intercontinental Shopping Plaza; traffic also heavy around the 7th Redevelopment Zone's department stores", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The newly opened Hanshin Intercontinental Shopping Plaza in Taichung's Beitun District drew more than 300,000 visitors in its first 3 days after opening on April 10. While there were concerns about the impact on other department store districts, traffic around the 7th Redevelopment Zone's department stores did not decline; congestion continued to the point that traffic controls were needed because of queues for parking. New tenants are also opening in stages at Hanshin Intercontinental, including Han Lai Celebrity Cuisine, part of the Han Lai Restaurants Group, and footwear brands from the Dong Sheng Group.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:44:26+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604140254.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107559, "anchor": "n107559", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107559", "title": "Nantou woman nearly scammed after caller claims grandson in Cambodia urgently needs money", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "A woman in Yuchi Township, Nantou County, received a call from someone claiming to be her grandson in Cambodia, saying he had no money for a hotel or airfare and asking her to transfer NT$55,000. She rushed to the post office, but an employee grew suspicious and alerted police. Police found that the designated account was used for scams and prevented the fraud. They confirmed that the woman's grandson was indeed in Cambodia but had not asked for money.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:42:22+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604140252.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107560, "anchor": "n107560", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107560", "title": "Hsu Ming-chieh points out Wei Ge-shen's issues; Suzuki Shunsuke joins the first team and is ready", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Foreign pitcher Wei Ge-shen of the CPBL's Fubon Guardians was sent down to the minor league team after taking the loss against the TSG Hawks on April 12, giving up 5 runs in just 3 innings as a starter. Pitching coach Hsu Ming-chieh said Wei's problems were an insufficient difference in pitch speeds and pitches that tended to be high, but his role as a starter would not change. Meanwhile, Japanese pitcher Suzuki Shunsuke has joined the first team after strong performances in the minors and is expected to make his next appearance with the first team.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:41:20+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604140251.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107561, "anchor": "n107561", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107561", "title": "Lily season begins on Guishan Island; Northeast and Yilan Coast scenic area administration urges visitors not to pick flowers", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Lilies are in bloom on Guishan Island, off the coast of Yilan. The Northeast and Yilan Coast National Scenic Area Administration is inviting visitors to admire the island's lilies and reminding them not to pick the flowers. Whale-watching season has also begun.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:41:18+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604140250.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107565, "anchor": "n107565", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107565", "title": "Suspected food poisoning at Taoyuan bento shop; number seeking medical care rises to 61", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "A suspected food poisoning incident occurred at the Ueno Barbecue Rice - Neili branch in Taoyuan City. As of the afternoon of April 14, 61 people had sought medical care with symptoms including vomiting and diarrhea after eating bento meals from the shop on the 13th. The Department of Health has ordered the business to suspend operations and collected samples for investigation; test results are expected to take 3 to 5 weeks. If the investigation confirms food poisoning, the business could face a fine of between NT$60,000 and NT$200 million and be referred to prosecutors for investigation.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:40:30+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604140246.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107562, "anchor": "n107562", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107562", "title": "Li Zhenxiu accuses party of spreading claim she would step down for NT$50 million; Chen Zhihan: Baseless", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The Taiwan People's Party expelled Li Zhenxiu, a party member born in mainland China. Li claims that Chen Zhihan, director of the party caucus, spread false information to the media saying that Li would demand NT$50 million to step down. Party Chairman Huang Kuo-chang, meanwhile, said Li had sought financial compensation, including salary for the remainder of her term, in return for resigning, and that he refused. Chen Zhihan completely rejected Li's claim as \"baseless\" and called on her to provide concrete evidence.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:40:16+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604140249.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107563, "anchor": "n107563", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107563", "title": "Shade structures at 3 Kaohsiung light rail transfer points expected to be completed by mid-June", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The Kaohsiung City Mass Rapid Transit Bureau will install temporary shade structures at 3 light rail transfer points to provide relief from the summer heat. The facilities will give passengers a more comfortable and cooler space. Work is expected to be completed in mid-June.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "高雄捷運公司" ], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:39:14+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604140248.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107567, "anchor": "n107567", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107567", "title": "Fatal accident on Taiwan Railway disrupts service; single-track, two-way operation temporarily in place between Fulong and Dali", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "A person was struck by a train on Taiwan Railway, blocking the eastbound track between Fulong and Dali stations and prompting a switch to single-track operation on the westbound track. Trains in both directions have been delayed, with service expected to be restored at 5:30 p.m.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "台鉄 (台湾鉄道)" ], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:38:12+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604140233.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107564, "anchor": "n107564", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107564", "title": "Land value increment tax fell 12.7% in the first 3 months; Taichung saw the steepest decline among the six special municipalities", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "", "summary_state": "withheld", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:37:12+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604140247.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107566, "anchor": "n107566", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107566", "title": "Tong Hsing Electronic raises full-year growth outlook, boosted by AI optical communications and ceramic substrates", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Tong Hsing Electronic, a semiconductor packaging company, expects second-quarter revenue to rise by a high single-digit percentage quarter on quarter and has raised its full-year growth forecast. Key growth drivers include high-frequency optical fiber communication modules, ceramic substrates for AI data center applications, and imaging products for vehicles and smartphones. The company expects capital expenditure this year to be around NT$1 billion to NT$1.4 billion and plans to expand its Philippine plant to increase production capacity for ceramic substrates and power semiconductor packaging.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:31:57+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604140240.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107568, "anchor": "n107568", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107568", "title": "Sexual misconduct case reported during Thailand's Songkran; court warns sex crimes will be severely punished", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "A foreign man was arrested on suspicion of sexual misconduct in Bangkok during Thailand's Songkran holiday. The Thai court warned that taking part in the festival does not constitute consent to physical contact, and that sexual harassment or assault will face severe punishment. Under Thai criminal law, indecent acts can carry a maximum sentence of 10 years in prison and a fine of 200,000 baht. Court spokesperson Suriyan urged the public to respect the rights and dignity of others.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:29:38+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604140232.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107569, "anchor": "n107569", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107569", "title": "Ahead of the Dragon Boat Festival, Palace Museum's \"Duxiao\" calligraphy and painting exhibition explores cultural imagery in the classic Songs of Chu", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The calligraphy and painting exhibition \"Duxiao: Cultural Imagery of the Songs of Chu and Dragon Boats\" has opened at the National Palace Museum's Northern Branch ahead of the Dragon Boat Festival. It explores the cultural influence of Qu Yuan and the Songs of Chu.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:28:36+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202604140231.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107571, "anchor": "n107571", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107571", "title": "KMT legislator asks about permanent trade negotiating body; Cho Jung-tai says review is necessary", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Taiwan Premier Cho Jung-tai said in response to a question from KMT legislator Lee Yen-hsiu that the government is considering the need to establish a permanent trade negotiating body. 6 permanent civil servants have already been assigned to negotiations with the United States, and establishing a permanent body is seen as important as Taiwan's standing in international trade and economics rises.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:27:32+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604140229.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107518, "anchor": "n107518", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107518", "title": "Kinpo Group showcases smart mobility plans at Taipei International Automobile & Motorcycle Electronics Show", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Kinpo Group took part in the Taipei International Automobile & Motorcycle Electronics Show on April 14 with its subsidiaries Kinpo Electronics, AcBel Polytech and Compal Electronics. Under the theme \"Smart Automotive Ecosystem,\" the group showcased its integrated capabilities, from automotive electronics and power systems to in-vehicle applications. Its companies presented an ARM-based smart cockpit solution, an electric vehicle power system compliant with ISO 26262, and advanced infrared sensing technology, highlighting the group's progress in smart mobility.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:27:30+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604140228.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107519, "anchor": "n107519", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107519", "title": "Japan's prime minister and finance minister tell economy minister to \"refrain\" from comments on monetary policy", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Economic Revitalization Minister Ryosei Akazawa said on a TV program on the 12th that a Bank of Japan rate hike was also an \"option\" for tackling rising prices. Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama said on the 14th that Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and she had asked Akazawa to refrain from making such comments. Katayama stressed that specific monetary policy measures should be left to the Bank of Japan's independence and were outside the economy minister's remit. The BOJ is due to hold a monetary policy meeting on the 27th and 28th of this month.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:25:28+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604140227.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107520, "anchor": "n107520", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107520", "title": "Foreign investors' net buying of NT$68.9 billion ranks 5th-largest on record, with purchases of Formosa Plastics Group and panel stocks", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "As tensions between the United States and Iran eased, Taiwan's stock market closed at a record 36,296.12 on the 14th. Foreign investors were net buyers of NT$68.908 billion in a single day, the 5th-largest net buying total on record. Major targets included shares of panel makers AUO and Innolux, as well as companies in the Formosa Plastics Group. TSMC and ASPEED also hit record highs that day, helping drive the broader market higher.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:21:26+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604140226.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107529, "anchor": "n107529", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107529", "title": "Salmonella found in 4 bento meals from Xindian Qingliu Cafeteria; affected customers can register claims through 3 channels", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The number of people reporting illness in a food poisoning incident at Qingliu Canteen in Xindian District, New Taipei City, has reached 173. Health department tests detected salmonella in 4 lunchbox samples from the Gongshuo and Zhongxing branches. The cases are concentrated among people who ate there from Apr. 4 to 5. Affected residents can register claims for compensation through 3 channels: LINE, email and phone. Qingliu Canteen's 3 branches are currently closed.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:21:16+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604140217.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107521, "anchor": "n107521", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107521", "title": "10 China measures on Taiwan; Cho Jung-tai: What do agricultural products have to do with the 九二 Consensus?", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The Communist Party of China's Taiwan Affairs Office announced 10 policy measures related to Taiwan. In response, Taiwan Premier Cho Jung-tai said he supports exchanges based on equality and dignity, but questioned what importing Taiwan's agricultural and fishery products into China has to do with the political precondition of “adhering to the 九二 Consensus and opposing Taiwan independence.” He also said conditions such as “sound content” for importing Taiwanese TV programs were unnecessary preconditions, and cited a history of past policies being suspended inconsistently.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:20:23+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604140225.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107522, "anchor": "n107522", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107522", "title": "Hot money pours in, lifting stocks and currency; Taiwan dollar closes at 31.69, highest in more than 1 month", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "As the United States and Iran prepare for new talks, market risk aversion has eased and hot money has poured back into Taiwan. On the 14th, the benchmark Taiex hit a record intraday high of 36341.44 points and closed at 36296.12. Foreign investors made net purchases of NT$68.908 billion, the fifth-largest daily total on record. Boosted by the inflows, the Taiwan dollar strengthened 9.5 cents against the U.S. dollar to close at 31.69, its highest level in more than 1 month.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:18:21+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604140224.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107532, "anchor": "n107532", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107532", "title": "Diarrhea visits rise by 5000; CDC expects outbreak to worsen over the next 1 week", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Taiwan's Centers for Disease Control (CDC) said more than 120,000 people sought medical care for abdominal pain and diarrhea in early April. It expects the number to continue rising due to the long holiday and religious events.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "白沙屯拱天宮", "北港朝天宮" ], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:17:28+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604140214.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107523, "anchor": "n107523", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107523", "title": "Hsu Jo-hsi improves command of breaking pitches; Yeh Chun-chang understands SoftBank's pitching arrangements", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Former Wei Chuan Dragons manager Yeh Chun-chang has observed that pitcher Hsu Jo-hsi, who joined the Japanese pro baseball team SoftBank Hawks, has made significant gains in commanding his breaking pitches this season, especially in his use of the curveball. Yeh said he understands and supports the Hawks' decision to extend Hsu's rest period so he can pitch in peak condition. Hsu won his first NPB start, then took a loss despite delivering a quality start of 7 innings and 1 run in his second game. He is expected to start again on the 17th against the Orix Buffaloes.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:16:19+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604140223.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107524, "anchor": "n107524", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107524", "title": "Adimmune's 3rd filling line passes GMP inspection, set to begin flu vaccine production", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Adimmune Corporation announced that its expanded 3rd automated aseptic filling line passed a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) inspection by Taiwan's Food and Drug Administration (TFDA), under the Ministry of Health and Welfare. The new line has an annual production capacity of 4 million doses and will first be used to produce influenza vaccines this year. It can handle small-batch production and contract manufacturing of high-value biologics, improving the efficiency and production-scheduling flexibility of existing lines.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:14:17+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604140222.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107525, "anchor": "n107525", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107525", "title": "Kim Jong Un watches destroyer missile tests; expert says North Korea is taking lessons from Iran war", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "North Korean state media reported that leader Kim Jong Un personally observed missile tests from a naval destroyer on the 12th of this month. The tests included 2 strategic cruise missiles that flew for more than 2 hours and an antiship missile that flew for about 33 minutes; all hit targets in the Yellow Sea with precision. The Choe Hyon, which carried out the mission, is one of North Korea's two 5,000-ton-class destroyers. Experts say the move is intended to signal to the United States that North Korea can disable its fleet, and reflects lessons Pyongyang is drawing from the Iran war. The country's antiship missiles are designed to carry tactical nuclear warheads.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:12:15+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604140221.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107526, "anchor": "n107526", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107526", "title": "16 injured in shooting at Turkish middle school; attacker dies by suicide", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "A former student opened fire at a middle school in Turkey on Apr. 14, 2026, injuring 16 people, including students. After the incident, the shooter was surrounded by police and died by suicide. Şanlıurfa Governor Hasan Şıldak said special security forces were sent to the school and students were evacuated. Local media reported that most of the injured were students. A thorough investigation into the tragedy is planned.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:11:13+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604140220.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107527, "anchor": "n107527", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107527", "title": "Blue peacock spotted in Taipei's Beitou hills; animal protection office urges owner to claim it", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Taipei's Animal Protection Office recently captured a male blue peacock in the Beitou hills; it is in good health. The bird had been sighted several times since the 10th and was brought under control with help from a concerned resident on the 12th, after which animal protection staff completed the rescue. The office urged the owner to come forward and claim it as soon as possible. If no one claims it by the 21st, it will be put up for adoption. Officials reminded owners to manage pets responsibly and prevent non-native species from escaping and harming local ecosystems. There have been 5 reported peacock escapes in the Shilin and Beitou hills over the past 3 years.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:11:11+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604140219.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107528, "anchor": "n107528", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107528", "title": "Chen Pin-hung's first major-league start follows plan; Huang Pao-lo and Chen Shih-peng have begun playing", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The Fubon Guardians started left-hander Chen Pin-hung for the first time as a professional on the 14th. Pitching coach Hsu Ming-chieh said Chen had been in good form since spring training and would have taken the mound earlier if not for rain delays. Other local pitchers Huang Pao-lo and Chen Shih-peng also threw about 2 innings that day and are aiming to return to the major-league team at the end of this month.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:10:09+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604140218.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107535, "anchor": "n107535", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107535", "title": "April 14: Impact of the U.S.-Iran war on the global economy, financial markets and livelihoods", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The impact of the U.S.-Iran war is spreading to the global economy, financial markets and people's livelihoods. Soaring crude oil and fuel prices are severely affecting industries such as TOTO, Qantas and LVMH, as well as American farmers and vulnerable low-income countries. The IEA forecasts that energy markets will come under further strain in April.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "TOTO", "Qantas Airways", "LVMH", "Louis Vuitton", "Dior", "Moet & Chandon", "Tiffany", "国際通貨基金 (IMF)", "世界銀行", "国際エネルギー機関 (IEA)" ], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:07:17+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604140211.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107530, "anchor": "n107530", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107530", "title": "Councilor says public childcare is insufficient; Taipei assesses adding slots in districts with more newborns", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Taipei City Councilor Hsu Shu-hua said the city's public childcare services fall far short of actual demand, resulting in low admission rates and long waiting lists. Data show that from 2024 through the end of March 2026, Neihu District had 3963 newborns and 960 children on the waiting list; Xinyi District had 2716 newborns and 792 on the list. Public childcare facilities across the city can accommodate only 2008 children, while the total waiting list stands at 3854. The Taipei City Government said it will add 1 public childcare facility in each administrative district by the end of the year and will give special consideration to adding facilities in areas with more newborns.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:06:04+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604140216.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107531, "anchor": "n107531", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107531", "title": "Fearing threat to Bab el-Mandeb, Saudi Arabia urgently urges U.S. to lift Hormuz Strait blockade", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "After the U.S.-Iran war broke out, President Trump announced a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz following the collapse of talks with Iran. Saudi Arabia, concerned that Iran could block the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, is urging the United States to reconsider. Iran controls the Strait of Hormuz, halting shipping and stopping oil exports of 13 million barrels a day; global crude prices have surged above $100. The Houthis, allies of Iran, control the coastline near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. Saudi Arabia warned the United States that Iran could use the Houthis to block the strait.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T18:05:02+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604140215.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107533, "anchor": "n107533", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107533", "title": "Sports Administration launches village-level exercise certification to make regular exercise part of local life", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Taiwan's Sports Administration has launched a “Sports Village Certification” program nationwide, encouraging more villages and neighborhoods to become healthy, vibrant communities and helping people build regular exercise habits. The program is part of the “Healthy Taiwan” initiative.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T17:59:58+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604140213.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107534, "anchor": "n107534", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107534", "title": "South Korea revises electronic arrival card; Beijing hopes Seoul will uphold one-China principle", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The South Korean government revised its electronic arrival card (E-Arrival Card), removing the field that identified Taiwan as “CHINA (TAIWAN)” in response to an earlier protest by Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. China's Foreign Ministry said Taiwan is part of China and that labeling it “Taiwan, China” is only natural, urging Seoul to uphold the one-China principle. Taiwan said it would retain the term “South Korea” for the country on its Alien Resident Certificate, in accordance with the principle of reciprocity.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T17:58:56+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202604140212.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107536, "anchor": "n107536", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107536", "title": "Asia Bio 7/15 conference to open, aiming to strengthen global links through AI integration", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The 2026 Asia Biotechnology Conference will be held from July 15 to 19, with “AI integration” at its core, to accelerate the commercialization of biotech innovation. Conference Chair Lee Jong-hee said this year's event will be the largest on record, with more than 1万 matchmaking sessions, 2200 exhibition booths and participants from more than 20 countries. The conference will focus on using AI in areas such as new drug development and clinical trials to reduce development costs of up to $1 billion to $2 billion and enhance the competitiveness of Taiwan and Asian markets.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T17:56:51+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604140210.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107463, "anchor": "n107463", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107463", "title": "Baishatun Mazu pilgrimage reaches Changhua; Chen Shih-kai inspects traffic and thanks weather agency", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The Baishatun Mazu palanquin entered Changhua City on Apr. 14, and Transportation Minister Chen Shih-kai visited to inspect traffic management. Chen specifically thanked Central Weather Administration staff who carried portable weather instruments along the route to provide pilgrims with real-time temperature and humidity information. Chen also handed out “Brave” character Taiwan Railways tickets and safety stickers produced by the Ministry of Transportation, and briefly followed the Mazu palanquin on foot, praying for the event to proceed smoothly.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-04-14T17:55:49+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604140209.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107464, "anchor": "n107464", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107464", "title": "Magnitude 5.7 earthquake damages Nevada, U.S.; grocery store windows shattered", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck Nevada, U.S., causing damage including shattered windows at a grocery store. The shaking lasted about 1 minute.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "USGS (米国地質調査所)", "AP通信" ], "published_at": "2026-04-14T17:54:47+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604140208.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107465, "anchor": "n107465", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107465", "title": "Trace plasticizers in children's probiotics below limits; FDA to continue monitoring", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The Consumers' Foundation tested 15 children's probiotic products on the market and found trace amounts of plasticizers in 3 of them. The levels were within the limits, and the products were confirmed safe.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "消費者文教基金會 (消基會)", "衛生福利部食品藥物管理署 (食藥署)" ], "published_at": "2026-04-14T17:50:45+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604140207.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107466, "anchor": "n107466", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107466", "title": "TWQR Inbound to launch by end of April, making payments easier for visitors from Japan", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Taiwan's 財金公司 launched the TWQR Inbound service, enabling PayPay users in Japan to make payments at TWQR-affiliated merchants in Taiwan starting at the end of April. Singapore's NETS is also expected to be supported in the second quarter.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "財金公司", "金管會", "PayPay", "NETS", "電支公會" ], "published_at": "2026-04-14T17:49:43+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604140206.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 107467, "anchor": "n107467", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260414-18/index-en-p2.html#n107467", "title": "Egypt and 4 countries establish lobbying mechanism, push for second round of U.S.-Iran talks", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Ceasefire talks between the United States and Iran broke down, and the United States began a blockade of Iranian ports. To prevent the situation from worsening, 4 neighboring countries, including Egypt and Pakistan, are lobbying to make a second round of talks possible.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "金字塔報 (Al Ahram)", "AP通信", "国連" ], "published_at": "2026-04-14T17:47:41+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604140205.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] } ] }