AI News 180m Report

2026-04-16 00:00–03:00 JST

20 received, 20 listed, 2 sources

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 11 items from 1 source; Japan, 9 items from 1 source.

One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

Taiwan | 中央社 CNA(11)

Trump proposes a Trump-Xi meeting, expects Xi Jinping to “give me a big hug”

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

U.S. President Trump said China had agreed to supply weapons to Iran. He also said he expects a “big hug” at his meeting with President Xi Jinping. Trump added that Xi was “very pleased” about reopening the energy shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz.

Markets weigh outlook for Middle East conflict; European stocks mixed

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

European major stock markets were mixed and oil prices rose amid uncertainty over Middle East ceasefire talks and concerns about shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

Dubai’s Burj Al Arab hotel to undergo 18-month renovation; employees confirm temporary closure

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Dubai’s Burj Al Arab hotel will temporarily close for a major renovation lasting 18 months. Employees said the plan is unrelated to a fire on the exterior wall caused by drone debris last month. It will be the hotel’s first major renovation since it opened in 1999.

Suspected food poisoning at National Taiwan College of Performing Arts; Taipei dispatches investigators

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

A suspected mass food poisoning incident occurred at 国立台湾戯曲学院, and 台北市衛生局 has begun an investigation.

Companies mentioned:鏡週刊、国立台湾戯曲学院、台北市衛生局

If Powell remains Fed chair, Trump says, “I’ll fire him”

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Originalトランプ米大統領は、FRB議長のパウエル氏に対し、任期満了後に辞任しない場合は解任すると圧力をかけた。パウエル氏の任期は5月中旬に満了する。

Trump does not rule out scrapping U.S.-UK trade deal; UK prime minister says, “I will not yield”

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

U.S. President Trump suggested scrapping the U.S.-UK trade deal in retaliation for Britain’s refusal to support the war against Iran. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he would not yield.

Companies mentioned:Sky News (英スカイニュース)、The Mirror (英デイリー・ミラー)、BBC Radio 5 (英BBC)

“NO GOOD!歐吉桑” promotion in Malaysia; premiere red carpet turns into a dance floor

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

As the film “NO GOOD!欧吉桑(おじさん),” about a midlife crisis, prepares to open in Malaysia and Singapore, its lead cast held a major promotional event in Malaysia.

Companies mentioned:光華日報、星洲網、東方ONLINE、聯合早報

“Thanks, coach, for not calling for a bunt”: Zhang Zhengyu hits game-winning single amid slump

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

In Taiwan’s professional baseball league, the Wei Chuan Dragons beat the Fubon Guardians 1-0 in 10 innings on Zhang Zhengyu’s game-winning hit. Zhang, who had been in a slump, thanked his coach for calling for an aggressive swing.

Companies mentioned:味全龍隊 (Wei Chuan Dragons)、富邦悍將隊 (Fubon Guardians)

Zhang Zhengyu delivers key hit in extra innings as Dragons edge Guardians 1-0

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

In the Chinese Professional Baseball League (CPBL), the Wei Chuan Dragons faced the Fubon Guardians. The teams were scoreless through 9 innings, but the Dragons’ Zhang Zhengyu hit the game-winning single in the top of the 10th to secure a 1-0 victory.

Chen Wen-pu wins 100-meter gold at Singapore track meet, falls 0.06 seconds short of Asian Games qualifying mark

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Original台湾の短距離走者・陳玟溥がシンガポール陸上オープン男子100mで10秒26の大会新記録で金メダルを獲得した。

Companies mentioned:中華民国陸上協会

Reports say tracking device was placed on Lee Chien-lung’s car; New Taipei police, who have received no report, plan to visit

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

In response to reports that a tracking device had been placed on the car of KMT Vice Chairman Lee Chien-lung, New Taipei police said they would contact him to hear the details and check on his safety.

Companies mentioned:中国国民党、新北市政府警察局

Japan | PR TIMES(9)

Automates working-hours management required under the improvement standards notice and the Labor Standards Act. Hacobu launches a working-hours management feature for its vehicle management service, MOVO Fleet.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

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Companies mentioned:株式会社Hacobu

Match results: “Daicel Blind Soccer Week 2026 in Umekita” and “IBSA Women’s Blind Soccer Asian Championship 2026 in Umekita”—Japan’s women’s national team beats Australia 5-0 in its opening match!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Japan’s women’s blind soccer team beat Australia 5-0 in its opening match of the “IBSA Women’s Blind Soccer Asian Championship 2026 in Umekita.”

Companies mentioned:株式会社ダイセル

[Gunma Crane Thunders: Match results] 4/15 (Wed.) vs. サンロッカーズ渋谷, Resona Group B.LEAGUE 2025-26 season

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Report on the Gunma Crane Thunders’ match results for April 15. The team, based in Ota City and committed to bringing energy to Gunma through basketball, shares its latest news.

Companies mentioned:サンロッカーズ渋谷

Announcement: “Jupiter Spring Sale 2026” for Nintendo Switch™

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

The “Jupiter Spring Sale 2026” for Nintendo Switch™ has been announced. It aims to take on new challenges in entertainment.

Companies mentioned:任天堂株式会社、株式会社ジュピター

The salesperson who ranked last among 5,000 stopped selling—and became a top performer after being asked, “What if you stopped selling?”

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Shinsei Publishing, with a history spanning 100 years, has released information about the business guidebook “The Salesperson Who Ranked Last Among 5,000 Became a Top Performer After ‘What If You Stopped Selling?’ Led to Soaring Sales,” which recounts a real-life transformation from a struggling salesperson to a top performer.

Companies mentioned:株式会社新星出版社、富永興文堂(旧社名)

Chicken breast is growing in popularity for being affordable, healthy and high in protein. A satisfying chicken-breast recipe book is here, with dishes you can enjoy right down to the last bite—even from a 2 kg pack!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Shinsei Publishing has released a new recipe book to help readers enjoy every last bite of chicken breast, a popular, affordable, high-protein ingredient.

Companies mentioned:株式会社新星出版社、富永興文堂

〈JALUX〉Promoting “human capital management” with videos that convey the appeal of each individual, just as they are

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

A company that supports corporate branding has helped JALUX promote its human capital management efforts through video production.

Companies mentioned:株式会社JALUX

Japan’s first※ wellness salon where pets and people can unwind together. PETUNE TOKYO, combining pet massage and head spa treatments, opens a 2-minute walk from Hiroo Station

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

ヒルミックス has opened PETUNE TOKYO, Japan’s first wellness salon combining pet massage and head spa treatments, in Hiroo. It aims to promote the health and happiness of pets and their owners.

Companies mentioned:ヒルミックス

Originalギブクリエーション、26卒新入社員が京都・伏見稲荷大社で社外研修。だるまに「1年目の決意」を刻む。

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Originalギブクリエーションが26卒新入社員向けに京都・伏見稲荷大社で社外研修を実施。だるまに1年目の決意を刻み、イノベーションカンパニーを目指す。

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