Air Force driver sold photos of military deployments for profit; higher court reduces sentence to 2 years
Original台湾空軍の運転兵が借金返済のため軍事配備図を撮影・売却し、二審で懲役2年の有罪判決を受けた。
Companies mentioned：台湾空軍、台湾高等検察署、最高法院、台中高分院
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Xu Nailin invites Hsu Hsiao-shun to YouTube show, disguises himself as a reporter and gets laughs
Entertainer Xu Nailin has launched a new YouTube show, “告訴乃論,” to promote a film, inviting Hsu Hsiao-shun, Li Guohuang and Li Mingshun as guests. On the show, Xu disguised himself as a reporter, wearing a wig, sunglasses and a mask, and surprised the entertainers with interviews and photos. The group burst into laughter when he revealed his identity, creating a comic moment.
Drainage work completed at Shemagan main drain in Zhiben Wetland, easing flooding on 20 hectares of farmland
The Shemagan main drain, the primary water source for Taitung's Zhiben Wetland, has long had inadequate drainage capacity, often causing farmland flooding. To address the problem, the Taitung County government has completed drainage improvements, digging an earth channel to divert runoff exceeding the wetland's capacity into the sea. The route runs along the wetland's northern side to reduce the impact on its ecosystem. The project is expected to ease flooding on about 20 hectares of farmland while supporting ecological sustainability.
仙宗興業 chairman convicted of fraudulently obtaining more than NT$1.1 billion in loans; sentence reduced to 12 years on appeal
The chairman of steel wire-drawing company 仙宗興業 and his wife were accused of fraudulently obtaining more than NT$1.1 billion in loans and defrauding suppliers and customers. A trial court sentenced the chairman to 12 years and 4 months in prison and his wife to 6 years and 10 months. The Taiwan High Court's Kaohsiung branch announced its ruling in the second trial today, reducing the sentences to 12 years for the chairman and 6 and a half years for his wife. The ruling can still be appealed.
11-year-old boy's death in Kyoto, Japan: shopkeeper recalls stepfather's search, says it “felt unnatural”
In the case of an 11-year-old boy who died in Nantan, Kyoto Prefecture, his 37-year-old stepfather has confessed to murder and abandoning the body. Neighbors have testified about the stepfather's unnatural behavior while searching for the boy.
Companies mentioned：京都府警、読売新聞、産経新聞、NEWS Post Seven、週刊文春
Restoration of Chiayi City's historic former city hall complete; venue to open after businesses are recruited
Chiayi City has completed restoration and repurposing work on the historic former city hall and opened it to the public as a new space combining culture and innovation. After 7 years of planning and renovation, the project preserves the historic landscape while also making the site available for commercial use.
Companies mentioned：嘉義市政府
TSMC: CoPoS advanced packaging manufacturing plans advance, with mass production in sight
TSMC announced that it is developing a manufacturing process for its new CoPoS advanced packaging technology, with the aim of starting mass production in a few years.
Companies mentioned：TSMC、OSAT
AI demand surges; Wei Zhejia says 3-nanometer production lines to expand at Southern Taiwan Science Park, U.S. and Japan plants
TSMC announced plans to expand 3-nanometer production lines at its Southern Taiwan Science Park, U.S. and Japan plants to meet surging AI demand.
Companies mentioned：TSMC (台湾積体電路製造)
New Taipei City Art Museum marks anniversary with fireworks and drone show; 4 best viewing spots
新北市美術館 will mark its 1st anniversary with a fireworks and 300-drone show on April 25 and 26.
Companies mentioned：新北市文化局、新北市美術館
Feitsui Reservoir hydropower may be certified as green energy and sold; management office estimates launch in year 116
The Taipei Feitsui Reservoir Administration announced plans to obtain international certification for hydropower generated at Feitsui Reservoir as green energy and sell the electricity. It has drawn up a related budget, aiming to launch the plan next year.
Companies mentioned：台湾電力（台電）
Tiles fall at 新光三越's Xiaoximen store in Tainan, lightly injuring woman
Decorative tiles fell at 新光三越's Xiaoximen store in Tainan, lightly injuring a woman. The victim complained on social media that the department store's response afterward was inadequate.
Companies mentioned：新光三越、大鍋頭（飲食店）、台南市警局第二分局
China sends letter seeking full restoration of direct flights; Civil Aeronautics Administration says it received the message
China sent Taiwan a letter calling for the full resumption of direct cross-strait passenger flights, and Taiwan's Civil Aeronautics Administration said it had received it.
Companies mentioned：海峽兩岸航空運輸交流委員會、交通部民用航空局、台北市航空運輸商業同業公會、中華優質旅遊發展協會
Three major institutional investors buy a net NT$51.522 billion in Taiwan stocks
Taiwan stocks rose 409.88 points, while the three major institutional investors bought a net NT$51.522 billion.
Companies mentioned：三大法人（外資、投信、自營商）
Strong AI demand: TSMC forecasts 10% second-quarter revenue growth and more than 30% for the full year
TSMC said it expects revenue to grow 10% in the second quarter and more than 30% for the full year, driven by strong AI demand.
Companies mentioned：台積電（TSMC）
Unauthorized entry onto unopened Danjiang Bridge; Highway Bureau says violators will be removed and dealt with under the law
An incident occurred in which people entered the construction area of the Danjiang Bridge, scheduled to open on May 12, without authorization and filmed videos. The Directorate General of Highways warned that strict penalties would be imposed, saying the actions threatened construction-site safety.
Companies mentioned：交通部公路局、札哈．哈蒂（Zaha Hadid）事務所
Signs of progress in U.S.-Iran talks lift Nikkei more than 1,000 points to a record close
Optimism about new peace talks between the United States and Iran drove the Nikkei average up more than 1,384 yen on the 16th, setting a record high.
OpenAI's Altman accused of sexual assault by sister; countersues her for defamation to clear his name
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has denied allegations in a lawsuit by his sister accusing him of sexual assault more than 20 years ago, and has filed a countersuit for defamation.
Companies mentioned：OpenAI
Councilor proposes trip to China to study “New Four Links”; Kinmen County government says it will appropriately reflect public opinion
A Kinmen county councilor proposed a trip to China to inspect Xiamen's Xiang'an Airport and the “New Four Links.” The county government said it would reflect public opinion to the central government.
Companies mentioned：金門県政府、金門県議会
Gravel truck overturns in New Taipei's Yingge, causing 8-vehicle crash; 7 taken to hospital conscious
A gravel truck overturned in Yingge District, New Taipei City, causing a traffic accident involving a total of 8 vehicles. Seven people were injured and taken to hospital.
Companies mentioned：板橋亜東病院、新北市立土城病院、三峡恩主公病院
TSMC closes at record NT$2,085; Taiwan stocks finish at 37,132, setting another record
Taiwan stocks closed today at a record 37,132.02 points, up 1.12%, with trading value reaching NT$886.792 billion. TSMC, the leading contract chipmaker, also set a closing record at NT$2,085. In addition, stock king 信驊 reached NT$14,890 during the session, a new high for a Taiwan stock. Networking stocks including 華星光 and 韋僑 also performed strongly.
Drug-impaired driver fatally strikes man and flees, then hits vehicles stopped at a red light; Changhua court sentences him to 5 years and 8 months
In Changhua, a man driving under the influence of drugs struck and killed a man using an electric mobility scooter, then fled the scene and crashed into vehicles stopped at a red light. The Changhua District Court sentenced him to 5 years and 8 months in prison for offenses including causing death by violating the duty to drive safely.
Seniors shift roles to help one another; New Taipei's Minquan community wins eldercare innovation award
The Minquan community in Yonghe District, New Taipei City, won the 2026 Asia-Pacific Eldercare Innovation Award. Its model of shifting seniors' roles to foster mutual support and shared living was highly praised.
Companies mentioned：アジア太平洋高齢者ケア革新賞（Asia Pacific Eldercare Innovation Awards）
TSMC: Diverse chemical gas pipeline supplies and ample inventories mean no short-term impact on operations
Taiwan's largest foundry, TSMC, said its business would not be affected in the short term, thanks to ample inventories of specialty chemicals and gases and diversified suppliers.
Companies mentioned：TSMC、台湾電力
Taiwan's Ocean Affairs Council builds ocean radar observation network, prioritizes strengthening key strategic waters
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Companies mentioned：海洋委員会、交通部、国科会、国防部、行政院
Bologna Children's Book Fair: Taiwan team to exhibit 228 original works
Taiwan's team of 35 publishers is bringing 228 original works to the world's largest children's content event, the Bologna Children's Book Fair. Creators Liu Hsu-kung, Lin Hsiao-pei and Chou Yi-fen have been nominated for international children's literature awards, and 6 illustrators have been selected for the Bologna Illustrators Exhibition. The Taiwan Pavilion's "Story Forest" has drawn international attention, while the sales area has received an enthusiastic response.
Alumnus donates NT$12 million in AI equipment to help Taipei Tech boost teaching and research capacity
An alumnus of 台北科技大学 donated an AI communications management system and funds to prepare a computing center, worth 12 million yuan, to support the university's AI research.
Companies mentioned：上金投資股份有限公司、台北科技大学
US blockade of Iranian ports: sanctioned supertanker still sails into Persian Gulf
Despite the US blockade of Iranian ports, a sanctioned Iranian supertanker passed through the Strait of Hormuz and entered the Persian Gulf.
Companies mentioned：ロンドン証券取引所グループ（LSEG）、Kpler
Media studies giant Chin-Chuan Lee dies, having devoted his life to press freedom
Chin-Chuan Lee, a giant in media studies, Yu Shan Scholar at National Chengchi University's College of Communication, has died at the age of 80. Lee devoted his life to press freedom, and his academic achievements were outstanding. He taught at the University of Minnesota in the United States and City University of Hong Kong, and was appointed a Yu Shan Scholar at National Chengchi University after returning to Taiwan. In 2023, he received the Academic Book Award at the Tseng Hsu-pai Journalism Award for "The Ghost of Press Freedom."
Middle East conflict prompts EU plans to cut electricity taxes and accelerate energy transition
The European Union (EU) has drafted a proposal to cut electricity taxes and accelerate the transition to clean energy to avoid surging fossil fuel prices amid tensions in the Middle East.
Companies mentioned：欧州連合（EU）、欧州委員会
Singapore Asia-Pacific eldercare innovation award: New Taipei's Minquan community wins for empowering seniors
Yonghe Minquan Community in New Taipei City, Taiwan, won the Community of the Year award at the 14th Asia-Pacific Eldercare Innovation Awards in Singapore.
Companies mentioned：新北市永和民權社區發展協會、新北市政府社會局
Low-carbon travel: Taiwan Tourist Shuttle's Sun Moon Lake Loop Line launches electric buses
The Taiwan Tourist Shuttle's Sun Moon Lake Loop Line has launched electric bus service, connecting major tourist destinations including Shuishe and Xuanguang Temple and promoting sustainable, low-carbon travel. The service can be combined with cycling, the cable car and sightseeing boats. The website has also been improved and received accessibility certification, making it easier for all travelers to use.
Cho Jung-tai: Administrative Enforcement Agency has collected more than NT$698 billion, enforcing public authority
The Administrative Enforcement Agency has collected more than NT$698 billion in total. Last year, special enforcement actions targeting major tax delinquents recovered more than NT$1.4 billion, up 38% from the previous year. The agency upholds the national treasury and public interest and exercises the government's public authority.
KMT-TPP alliance to use public opinion polls for New Taipei mayoral election; Hou You-yi says the sooner, the better
The Kuomintang and Taiwan People's Party have agreed to choose a unified candidate for the New Taipei mayoral election through public opinion polls. Incumbent Mayor Hou You-yi said he wanted a decision as soon as possible, while Democratic Progressive Party candidate Su Chiao-hui said she was fully prepared to face any opponent.
TPP caucus proposes that Executive Yuan issue CEC appointments; legislative negotiations reach no consensus
Original民眾黨團提案要求行政院儘速發布中選會委員人事命令，但立法院朝野協商未達共識。中選會主委被提名人游盈隆等4人部分通過人事同意權，但副主委等3人遭封殺。國民黨團及民眾黨團譴責行政院遲延發布人事令，民進黨團則呼籲盡速提名，以利年底選舉及公投審議。因無共識，將依立法院職權行使法辦理。
TSMC: This year's capital spending is estimated at nearly US$56 billion
Taiwan's TSMC forecast capital spending of up to US$56 billion this year, announcing continued investment to meet strong demand for 5G, AI and HPC.
Companies mentioned：TSMC
Ecology combined with life education helps Fuchi Foundation save Marling Elementary School from closure
The Fuchi Foundation helped Marling Elementary School avert the threat of closure by transforming it into a publicly funded, privately operated experimental school that integrates ecology and life education. The century-old school was also selected as an experimental demonstration site.
Companies mentioned：福智文教基金会
台新證券 system glitch causes about 9,000 erroneous trades; firm to cover all losses
Following its merger, 台新證券 experienced a system malfunction that led to about 9,000 erroneous trades. The company pledged to cover all losses to protect customers' interests.
Companies mentioned：台新證券、元富證券、主管機關
Original疑8旬翁趴火堆遭燒死 嘉義檢警相驗無外力介入
Original嘉義縣發生一起疑似意外死亡事件，一名8旬老翁在工寮火堆中被發現身亡，檢警初步判斷無外力介入，正採集DNA確認身分。
President visits Chang Gung-affiliated kindergarten, to propose policies addressing low birthrate
President Lai Ching-te visited a kindergarten affiliated with Chang Gung, stressing that the low birthrate is a national security issue and saying he would put forward a more comprehensive policy solution.
Companies mentioned：長庚醫療體系、長庚紀念醫院、中央政府、地方政府、國公營機構、私人企業
Yang Yung-wei defeats Kazakh opponent to reach gold-medal bout at Asian Judo Championships
Taiwanese judoka Yang Yung-wei defeated a Kazakh opponent with his signature sankaku-jime in the men's 60-kilogram semifinal at the Asian Judo Championships, advancing to the gold-medal bout and aiming for the first Asian Championships gold medal of his career.
Yan Hui-hsin case: Executive Yuan says it respects investigation team's decision
Original亡くなった顔慧欣副総交渉代表が職場で排斥されていた疑惑について、行政院は外部委員による調査を尊重すると発表した。
Companies mentioned：行政院、行政院經貿談判辦公室（経貿弁）、立法院
Huang Weizhe meets Pyeongtaek mayor in South Korea, promotes Tainan pineapples to expand market
Tainan Mayor Huang Weizhe visited Pyeongtaek, South Korea, to promote Tainan pineapples, expand overseas markets and strengthen bilateral agricultural exchanges.
Miaoli man wanders with knife while appearing disoriented, causing alarm; police take him for involuntary treatment
A man appearing disoriented wandered the streets of Miaoli City with a knife, causing public alarm. Police took him in and arranged involuntary medical treatment.
Companies mentioned：苗栗縣警察局苗栗分局、縣府心理健康中心、便利超商
Amid wavering US commitments and pressure from conflict, Japan's easing of arms sales restrictions draws allies' attention
Japan has announced plans to ease restrictions on arms exports, drawing attention from other countries amid uncertainty over its alliance with the United States and rising international tensions.
Companies mentioned：東芝、三菱電機、新明和工業、WBグループ（ポーランド）、米国政府、中国外交部
Ko Sheng-feng takes helm as chairman of Noodoe Tech, promotes AI autonomous charging management platform
Former KYMCO chairman Ko Sheng-feng has become chairman and CEO of 拓連科技（Noodoe）, a provider of EV charging infrastructure.
Companies mentioned：拓連科技（Noodoe Group Inc.）、光陽工業（KYMCO）、亞馬遜網路服務（AWS）
Keelung fishing boat catches fire in waters around Diaoyutai Islands; 6 crew rescued, captain missing
The Keelung-registered fishing vessel 全漁6號 caught fire and sank in waters around the Diaoyutai Islands. Its 6 Filipino crew members were rescued, but its Taiwanese captain, surnamed Chang, is missing. The Coast Guard is conducting an extensive search.
New Taipei launches Doctor Car, dispatching doctors to scenes to improve survival rates
The New Taipei City Fire Department and Far Eastern Memorial Hospital have launched the Doctor Car program, sending emergency physicians directly to serious accident scenes. The initiative is helping improve survival rates for out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) patients.
Companies mentioned：亜東記念病院、新北市政府消防局、新北市立土城病院、三峡恩主公病院
Rewiring students' impulsive response patterns earns recognition as an outstanding social-emotional learning lesson plan
Original台湾教育部は114学年度の優秀教案を表彰した。新竹県の六家高校教員による社会情緒学習（SEL）や、代間教育、食農教育の優れた取り組みが選出された。
Companies mentioned：教育部、新竹県六家高中国中部、新竹県員東国中、台北市重慶国中
Original5月電子期金融期齊漲
Original台北股市今日上漲，5月電子期貨與金融期貨均收盤上揚，顯示市場對電子和金融類股的信心增加。
Companies mentioned：台灣期貨交易所
Original5月台股期指漲660點
Original台北股市今日收盤上漲409.88點，5月台指期貨也上漲660點，顯示市場行情走強。
Companies mentioned：台灣期貨交易所
Bloomberg: Fueled by AI boom, Taiwan stock market value tops US$4 trillion, surpassing UK
Bloomberg reported that, fueled by the AI boom, the Taiwanese stock market's capitalization reached US$4.14 trillion, surpassing the UK to become the world's 7th-largest stock market.
Companies mentioned：Bloomberg (彭博)、Broadridge Financial Solutions、台積電 (TSMC)、IMF (国際通貨基金)、Barclays Plc、Citigroup Inc.、HSBC Holdings Plc、Bank of America Corp
TSMC 1st-quarter profit hits record NT$572.48 billion; earnings per share NT$22.08
TSMC reported 1st-quarter results, with net profit reaching a record NT$572.48 billion. Revenue from advanced processes (3/5/7nm) accounted for 74% of the total, exceeding market expectations.
Taiwan stocks post 8th consecutive gain, rising 409 points to close at 37132.02 and set another record
Taiwan stocks rose for an 8th consecutive session on the 16th, buoyed by gains on Wall Street. The benchmark Taiex rose 409.88 points to close at 37132.02, a record high. TSMC also closed higher.
Companies mentioned：台積電(TSMC)、台達電、鴻海
FIFA president: Iran certain to compete in this summer’s World Cup
FIFA President Infantino said Iran would participate in this year’s World Cup despite the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Iran is scheduled to play matches in the United States in June, and its players also want to compete. Despite international tensions, Infantino said, “Politics is politics, and sports is sports,” expressing hope that sports can serve as a bridge.
Taiwan stocks rise 409.88 points
Taiwan stocks rose from the opening bell on the 16th, with the benchmark Taiex closing up 409.88 points at 37132.02. Among the most heavily traded stocks were AUO and Innolux.
Companies mentioned：友達(AUO)、群創(Innolux)、聯電(UMC)、泰金寶-DR、矽力*-KY、眾達-KY、南茂、聚賢研發-創、鴻碩、三福化、映泰、華夏、中再保
Bloomberg: Musk team contacts chip equipment makers to advance Terafab plan
Elon Musk’s team has contacted semiconductor manufacturing equipment makers, including Applied Materials, to advance the “Terafab AI Chip Campus” plan in Texas.
Companies mentioned：SpaceX、Tesla、Applied Materials、東京エレクトロン (Tokyo Electron)、Lam Research、Samsung Electronics、Intel、Bloomberg
Curry leads Warriors’ comeback; Horford’s clutch 3-pointers send Clippers home
The Golden State Warriors rallied to beat the Los Angeles Clippers 126-121 in the NBA Western Conference play-in tournament, powered by Stephen Curry’s 35 points and Al Horford’s late 3-pointers.
Companies mentioned：金州勇士 (ゴールデンステイト・ウォリアーズ)、洛杉磯快艇 (ロサンゼルス・クリッパーズ)、鳳凰城太陽 (フェニックス・サンズ)、奧克拉荷馬雷霆 (オクラホマシティ・サンダー)
President Lai to visit Eswatini; national security chief inspects security preparations on site
Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te is set to visit Eswatini, an African diplomatic ally, and the head of 国家安全局 inspected security arrangements there. Eswatini’s king also welcomed the visit and expressed hope for stronger strategic cooperation with Taiwan.
Companies mentioned：国家安全局、国際刑事警察機構（Interpol）
250 feared dead or missing in Andaman Sea shipwreck; Rohingya plight draws renewed attention
A trawler bound for Malaysia capsized in the Andaman Sea, with around 250 Rohingya refugees, Bangladeshis and others feared dead or missing.
Companies mentioned：国連難民高等弁務官事務所 (UNHCR)、国際移住機関 (IOM)、バングラデシュ沿岸警備隊
Zheng Lijun’s China visit delegation seeks grant from Taiwan Democracy Foundation; Executive Yuan asks, “Did you discuss democracy?”
Original国民党の鄭麗文氏が率いる訪中団が、台湾民主基金会から480万台湾元の補助金を申請したことに対し、行政院が「民主主義の理念と合致しない」と疑問を呈した。
Companies mentioned：国民党、台湾民主基金会、行政院、立法院
Lawmakers worry green power target of 20% will be hard to meet; economics minister says focus will shift to installed-capacity target
The Taiwan government had set a target of 20% green power for 2025, but with the goal proving difficult to achieve, the economics minister said efforts would focus on meeting the renewable energy installed-capacity target. The total amount of electricity generated, which forms the denominator, has increased. The government is consulting companies on demand through 2035 to meet the needs of RE100 companies. The geothermal power target has also been adjusted to a more realistic 200MW by 2030.
Government estimates 130 billion needed to stabilize prices amid Middle East conflict; plan pending approval
To stabilize prices amid the Middle East situation, the Directorate-General of Budget, Accounting and Statistics estimated that the shortfalls in funding for the Ministry of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Transportation and Communications, Ministry of Agriculture, CPC and Taiwan Power Company, among others, would total about NT$129.2 billion. The 行政院 said this was not a final figure and that it was considering funding the costs through additional or special budgets. With no easing in the international situation, the government will continue price-stabilization measures and consider individual compensation for affected industries and support through a special budget.
Classmates called her a “savage” in junior high; Misi Ke fires back
Singers Misi Ke and Alan AC visited New Zealand for a program segment and met Māori musicians. The two spoke about past experiences of discrimination for being Indigenous. Misi Ke said she strongly retorted when classmates called her a “savage” in junior high, while Alan AC clashed with a classmate after being mocked over how much alcohol he could drink. They have proven their ability through music and proudly embrace their heritage and culture.
On the Li Zhenxiu controversy, Ko Wen-je says performance in legislature must stand up to public scrutiny
Taiwan People’s Party Chairman Ko Wen-je addressed the expulsion of party member Li Zhenxiu, a Chinese spouse, saying he supports the political participation rights of Chinese spouses who hold identification cards, but that individuals’ performance in the Legislative Yuan must stand up to public scrutiny. Ko stressed that the party operates according to its rules and respects the decisions of the Central Committee and the Central Review Committee.
Dajia Jenn Lann Temple Mazu pilgrimage: Xiluo Bridge open only to the palanquin and worshippers
Ahead of Mazu’s 9-day pilgrimage from Dajia Jenn Lann Temple, Changhua County police announced traffic-control measures. Xiluo Bridge, where Mazu’s palanquin will pass, is currently under construction. Only the palanquin and worshippers will be allowed across, and vehicles are being urged to detour via Xizhou Bridge.
Former U.S. Marine loses appeal in Australia, faces extradition; U.S. accuses him of training Chinese pilots
Daniel Duggan, a former U.S. Marine accused of training Chinese military pilots, lost his appeal against extradition in Australia. The United States accuses him of violating a ban on foreign military sales, and he is currently in custody.
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Securities Report—53rd Fiscal Period (2025/02/01–2026/01/31)
Besterra Co., Ltd. disclosed its securities report for the 53rd fiscal period (2025/02/01–2026/01/31). It is an official report on the company’s financial position and business performance.
Amended Securities Report—26th Fiscal Period (2024/02/01–2025/01/31)
Itamiart Co., Ltd. disclosed an amended securities report for the 26th fiscal period (2024/02/01–2025/01/31). It is an amended official report on the company’s financial position.