AI News 180m Report｜2026-04-18 00:00–03:00 JSThttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 11 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 11 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en Iran says Strait of Hormuz fully open during ceasefire with US; European stocks rallyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140447https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140447Sat, 18 Apr 2026 02:03:40 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIran said the Strait of Hormuz would be “fully open” during the ceasefire with the United States, sending oil prices plunging more than 10%，while European stocks closed sharply higher。 Elderly Yilan woman found dead long after her death; live-in son suspected of pension fraud, released without bailhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140446https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140446Sat, 18 Apr 2026 01:41:38 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA 91-year-old woman in Yilan was found to have been dead for some time，and her son，who lived with her，is suspected of concealing her death to fraudulently claim her elderly pension。Prosecutors sought his detention on suspicion of document forgery and other offenses，but a court ordered his release without bail；prosecutors will appeal。 Reuters: Iranian negotiators fear assassination by 以色列; Pakistan escorts them homehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140443https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140443Sat, 18 Apr 2026 00:44:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA路透社 reported that after peace talks between Iran and the United States in Pakistan broke down，Iranian representatives feared assassination by 以色列。The Pakistani air force deployed about 24 fighter jets and airborne early warning and control systems for a large-scale escort。 Ko Wen-je suspected of being sprayed with pepper spray while campaigning at Feng Chia Night Market; police to investigatehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140444https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140444Sat, 18 Apr 2026 00:31:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA柯文哲，founding chairman of the 台灣民眾黨，was campaigning at Feng Chia Night Market in Taichung when he was allegedly sprayed with pepper spray by an unidentified person，causing discomfort among volunteers and people at the scene。Police have launched an investigation and are reviewing surveillance footage to clarify what happened。 Dajia Mazu sets off in new palanquin; foreigners join the Mazu fervorhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140439https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140439Sat, 18 Apr 2026 00:26:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMazu of Taichung's Dajia 鎮瀾宮 set off this evening on a 9-day，8-night pilgrimage procession，drawing tens of thousands of worshippers，including foreigners。Incidents along the way included a deity statue falling and chairman Yen Ching-piao nearly taking a fall。 Trump: Iran agrees never to close Strait of Hormuz and is working with US to clear sea mineshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140440https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140440Sat, 18 Apr 2026 00:20:24 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPresident Trump said Iran has agreed never to close the Strait of Hormuz again and is clearing sea mines with US assistance。He also rejected assistance offered by NATO。 Iran opens Strait of Hormuz; Trump: US blockade will continue until a deal is reachedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140441https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140441Sat, 18 Apr 2026 00:19:22 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAs Iran calls for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, U.S. President Donald Trump said the U.S. military would continue its blockade of Iranian ports until an agreement is fully reached. This highlights the gap between the two countries’ positions and the continued U.S. pressure on Iran. Li Cheng-ling wins MVP: grateful for his reckless past，he knows he must work harder nowhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140429https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140429Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:56:14 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAProfessional baseball player 李丞齡 (Lee Chenlin) returned after leaving his team in 2023 and won the MVP award. While expressing gratitude for his past “recklessness,” he said he now needs to work even harder. Yueh Cheng-hua's offense and defense help secure the win; Li Kai-wei pays tribute despite having a hit taken awayhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140428https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140428Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:53:17 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中信兄弟’s 岳政華 delivered a game-winning hit and made a fine defensive play against 味全龍, helping his team win. Even opposing batters praised his performance. Lions beat Guardians for 3 straight wins; Lin Yueh-ping points to 2 key at-bat matchups involving Hu Chih-weihttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140431https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140431Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:41:14 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 統一7-ELEVEn獅 of the Chinese Professional Baseball League beat the 富邦悍將 9-5 today，earning their 3rd consecutive win。Manager Lin Yueh-ping said starting pitcher Hu Chih-wei performed adequately，but pointed to mistakes in 2 key at-bat matchups。 Ministry of Economic Affairs: Renewable energy targets to be measured by installed capacity，a more practical way to meet businesses' needshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140430https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140430Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:36:12 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs announced that, to address growing electricity demand, particularly from the semiconductor industry, it will shift its renewable energy targets from the share of power generation to installed capacity. The more practical approach aims to meet companies’ demand for green electricity more accurately. The ultimate hotel management sim Hotel Architect is finally set to launch its full 1.0 release on May 14, 2026, following early access!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140445https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140445Sat, 18 Apr 2026 01:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe hotel management sim Hotel Architect will release its full 1.0 version on May 14, 2026. It is published by a game publisher founded in the UK in 2008. A super-sized special! The complete edition of テレビ千鳥’s special feature “I Want to Go to Okinawa!!,” including unreleased scenes, and brand-new original content are now streaming exclusively on TELASA!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140442https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140442Sat, 18 Apr 2026 00:20:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTELASA, a video streaming platform launched in April 2020, has begun exclusively streaming the complete edition of テレビ千鳥’s special feature “I Want to Go to Okinawa!!” along with new original content. It is known for its extensive lineup. The film ちくわっちゃ！ wins the top Grand Prix award at the Gyeongju International Film Festival, selected from 1,144 entries.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140432https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140432Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:55:16 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe children-led film ちくわっちゃ！, produced by LPJ, won the top Grand Prix award at the Gyeongju International Film Festival, selected from 1,144 entries. 【For Chigasaki City residents only】April collection campaign for “leftover items from people who gave up surfing”｜Accepting boards and wetsuits｜まるっと本舗 junk removal servicehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140433https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140433Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:53:39 +0900JapanPR TIMESA collection campaign for “items left behind by people who gave up surfing” will be held in Chigasaki City in April. Boards and wetsuits are accepted. 【For Hadano City residents only】April collection campaign for “items left outside”｜Dispose of buckets, hoses and tools together｜まるっと本舗 junk removal servicehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140434https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140434Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:52:43 +0900JapanPR TIMESまるっと本舗 junk removal service will run an April collection campaign in Hadano City for “items left outside.” Items such as buckets and tools can be disposed of. 【For Niiza City residents only】April collection plan for “unused guest items”｜Accepting floor cushions, futons and extra dishes｜まるっと本舗 junk removal servicehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140435https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140435Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:51:44 +0900JapanPR TIMESまるっと本舗 junk removal service will launch an April collection plan in Niiza City for “unused guest items.” Items such as floor cushions and futons are included. 【For Shiki City residents only】April collection plan for all those “paper bags and boxes kept for no particular reason”—in Aprilhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140436https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140436Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:50:46 +0900JapanPR TIMESSYSTR株式会社 will hold a special collection campaign for paper bags and boxes in Shiki City in April. It aims to revitalize the community and promote a healthy lifestyle. 【For Kisarazu City residents only】April collection plan for “beach gear left behind after a trip to the sea”｜Sandals, swim rings and sand-covered items accepted｜まるっと本舗 junk removal servicehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140437https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140437Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:49:52 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe junk removal service まるっと本舗 has launched a collection plan in Kisarazu City for items left over after a trip to the beach. SYSTR株式会社 also operates businesses including food service and Pilates. 【For Abiko City residents only】April collection campaign for “mystery health goods”｜Dispose of foot massage items and ab rollers together｜まるっと本舗 junk removal servicehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140438https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140438Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:48:28 +0900JapanPR TIMESA collection campaign for “mystery health goods” will be held in Abiko City in April. Items such as foot massage items and ab rollers are accepted for disposal. 【For Koganei City residents only｜April only】Collect unused seasonings and food storage containers together｜まるっと本舗 junk removal servicehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140426https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140426Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:28:13 +0900JapanPR TIMES不用品回収のまるっと本舗, operated by SYSTR株式会社, will run a collection campaign in Koganei City for April only, accepting unused seasonings and food storage containers for free (or in bulk). 【For Kunitachi City residents only｜April only】Collection plan for unread books and piled-up reference books｜まるっと本舗 junk removal servicehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140427https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260418-00/index-en.html#n140427Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:27:00 +0900JapanPR TIMESまるっと本舗 junk removal service will run an April-only collection plan in Kunitachi City for “unread books and piled-up reference books.”