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Expectations that energy shipments would resume following a ceasefire in the Middle East eased inflationary pressure, and major European stock markets all ended trading higher.
Companies mentioned：中央社
Original日本政府は中東情勢による供給不安へ対応するため、5月より国家備蓄の医療用手袋5000万双を放出すると発表した。
Companies mentioned：フジニュースネットワーク(FNN)
U.S. President Trump announced that Israel and Lebanon would begin a 10-day ceasefire at 5 p.m. Eastern Time on the 16th. The decision followed direct talks with the leaders of both countries. The vice president, secretary of state and others were instructed to work toward achieving peace.
In the case of the death of an 11-year-old boy in Nantan, Kyoto Prefecture, police obtained and analyzed location data from the stepfather’s smartphone app, identifying a key search area that led to the discovery of the body. The stepfather has confessed to the killing, and police are investigating the details. There had been no previous reports of abuse.
The U.S. military announced it would tighten its blockade of Iranian ports and conduct inspections and seizures of vessels subject to U.S. sanctions.
Companies mentioned：米海軍中央司令部、ウォール・ストリート・ジャーナル、米国財務省外国資産管理局(OFAC)、中央社
The 菡生婦幼診所 clinic in Banqiao District, New Taipei City, was suddenly closed after prosecutors and the Investigation Bureau searched the premises over suspicions it had fraudulently received several million in health insurance payments.
Companies mentioned：菡生婦幼診所、新北地検、調査局新北市調査処
Bipartisan U.S. senators sent a letter to Taiwanese legislators saying the U.S. government is expected to approve a major arms sale to Taiwan within weeks. They also urged Taiwan to pass related legislation promptly to counter pressure from China.
Companies mentioned：ロイター通信、中央社
Taiwan’s jelly art team created 1,198 jelly art pieces at an international competition in Vietnam, setting a Guinness World Record.
Companies mentioned：国際果凍芸術発展協会 (IJA)、駐ホーチミン台北経済文化弁事処、中央社
Uni-President Lions foreign pitcher Jordan delivered a strong outing, allowing 2 runs over 7 innings, as his team beat the Rakuten Monkeys 7-3 to start the season with 2 straight wins. Manager Lin Yue-ping said the opponent’s error was the key to the win.
Companies mentioned：統一7-ELEVEn獅隊 (統一ライオンズ)、樂天桃猿隊 (楽天モンキーズ)、中央通訊社
Apple released its environmental progress report, announcing that the share of recycled materials used in products shipped in 2025 reached a record 30%.
Companies mentioned：Apple（蘋果公司）
The tomb of Chen Xian, dating to the Yuan and Ming dynasties and designated a cultural heritage site in Kinmen County, was looted. Police arrested a man surnamed Li, whose detention was approved on suspicion of violating the Cultural Heritage Preservation Act and other offenses.
Companies mentioned：彰化縣警察局溪湖分局
Singer-songwriter “栞寧” will release the new single “涙の箱” on April 17 (Friday).
OriginalBlackboxが展開する「ライブレボルト」のユニット「リサイタルズ」が7年ぶりの新曲『ノー！One More Time』を解禁。5月に予定されている4thライブに向けて本格始動する。
Companies mentioned：Blackbox
LA-based producer Shane Sato will release the collaboration track “Pulse” with Coastal and Glen Turner II on April 17. The track was announced as part of an effort by a technology-driven distributor in music streaming and artist and label services to support artists in 45 markets worldwide.
A company operating food and alcoholic beverage businesses has announced a new commercial for Hokkaido Corn Tea, titled “Hokkaido, Made with Care.” The ad highlights relaxation and meticulous craftsmanship.
On Day 2 of “ダイセル Blind Football Week 2026 in Umekita” and the “IBSA Women’s Blind Football Asian Championship 2026 in Umekita,” hosted by the Japan Blind Football Association (JBFA), Japan’s women’s team beat India 5-1 to advance to the final.
Companies mentioned：NPO法人日本ブラインドサッカー協会 (JBFA)、ダイセル
“Kobe UNESCO Marche 2026 Spring,” themed “Bringing smiles to the children who will shape the future,” will be held.
株式会社ONI has launched its top-of-the-line “IRONHOLD PROMAX,” equipped with “MILVASTAソール,” a global trademark jointly owned by 伊藤忠商事株式会社 and 日進ゴム株式会社. ONI is an Osaka-based company that develops and sells powerlifting equipment and operates fitness gyms.
Companies mentioned：伊藤忠商事株式会社、日進ゴム株式会社、株式会社ONI