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.
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.
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“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.
“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.
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.
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.
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.
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.”
[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.
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.
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.
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.