49 received, 49 listed, 2 sources
One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 40 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.
Murakami Munetaka of シカゴ・ホワイトソックス hit 7 home runs in his first 21 MLB games, surpassing Shohei Ohtani’s record to set a new high for a Japanese player.
Companies mentioned：シカゴ・ホワイトソックス、オークランド・アスレチックス、ロサンゼルス・ドジャース、コロラド・ロッキーズ、中央社
As the ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran nears expiration, Iran has again restricted passage through the Strait of Hormuz, sending crude oil prices soaring. Ships from China and India have been forced to turn back.
Companies mentioned：ロイター通信、MarineTraffic
In Taiwan’s professional baseball league (CPBL), 味全ドラゴンズ routed 中信ブラザーズ 9-3. 中信ブラザーズ reached 12 losses at the fastest pace in the team’s history.
Companies mentioned：味全ドラゴンズ、中信ブラザーズ
The body of an unidentified man was found drowned in waters off Badouzi Fishing Port in Keelung City, with half a bag of shellfish hanging from his waist.
Companies mentioned：基隆市消防局、海巡署八斗子安検所
屏東県政府 honored 52 long-serving cultural volunteers. People from a range of generations, from retirees to young people, are working to preserve cultural heritage.
Companies mentioned：屏東県政府
A fleet from the Chinese military’s Eastern Theater Command passed through the Ryukyu Islands and held drills in the western Pacific. The move is seen as a show of military strength directed at Japan.
Companies mentioned：環球網、中国外交部、日本自衛隊
China announced a package of policies toward Taiwan, including preferential measures for Taiwan’s food industry. Taiwan’s Food and Drug Administration urged the industry to carefully assess the risks of entering the market.
Companies mentioned：国民党、衛生福利部食品薬物管理署（食薬署）
A car drove the wrong way and went on a rampage in China’s Fujian province, killing at least 2 people. The incident is seen as one of a series of indiscriminate attacks that have become frequent in China in recent years.
A shooting occurred on the campus of アイオワ大学 in the United States, leaving several people injured. Police are investigating.
Companies mentioned：アイオワ大学、アイオワ市警察局
In response to reports that 7 major Taiwanese trade associations are pressuring the government over China’s tourism policies, the Tourism Administration warned of China’s political motives and urged the groups not to yield to undue pressure.
Companies mentioned：全国商業総会、交通部観光署
Lai Cheng-ying, a renowned cinematographer and film director who helped lead Taiwan’s film industry, has died. 文化部 praised his major contributions and will apply for a presidential commendation.
Companies mentioned：農業教育映画股份有限公司（中影の前身）、国家映画及び視聴文化センター、文化部
Taiwanese entrepreneur Lee Ching-lung helped 慈済基金会 distribute supplies in South Africa, involving employees of his company and business partners in supporting local residents.
Companies mentioned：慈済基金会、台湾農糧署
Miaoli County will draw on the religious appeal of Baishatun Mazu to create a new coastal tourism route through the “Baisha Sacred Realm: Sky Hill” project.
Companies mentioned：苗栗県政府、交通部観光署、農業処
Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council urged industry groups not to side with China and pressure Taiwan’s government over China’s “10 measures for Taiwan.” It warned that the measures are an attempt at political manipulation and sowing division.
Companies mentioned：大陸委員会（陸委會）、中国共産党、全国商業総会、中国国民党
As more people join the Baishatun Mazu pilgrimage, the tradition of providing meals has evolved into large-scale “snack stations” supporting pilgrims in a heartwarming display.
Companies mentioned：白沙屯旺來俱樂部、拱天宮
Influenced by social media, the Baishatun Mazu pilgrimage on foot has grown into a nationwide event attended by 460,000 people. While bringing economic benefits, it faces challenges such as traffic congestion and the dilemma of preserving the essence of the faith.
Companies mentioned：白沙屯拱天宮、北港朝天宮、苗栗県政府、環境部、交通部
A university assistant was arrested while attempting to collect cash as a fraud ring’s money courier and was sentenced to 6 months in prison by the Hsinchu District Court.
Companies mentioned：新竹地方法院（新竹地方裁判所）、警察
Taiwan’s Central Weather Administration forecasts temperatures of 36 degrees or higher in Tainan and Pingtung during the day on the 20th. However, the weather is expected to turn rainy across Taiwan from the latter half of the week as a front moves in.
Companies mentioned：交通部中央気象署
The review conference for the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) will be held in New York at the end of this month. The Japanese government is arranging to send a vice minister, while calls are growing across party lines for the foreign minister to attend.
Companies mentioned：国連、日本外務省、自民党
Venezuelan opposition leader Machado said she had “no regrets” about giving her Nobel Peace Prize medal to former U.S. President Trump.
Companies mentioned：ノルウェー・ノーベル委員会
Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs said that Taiwan’s economy is already connected to the world and has no need to turn back and become dependent on China in response to China’s 10 preferential measures.
Companies mentioned：アジア開発銀行（ADB）、中国共産党
福爾摩沙夢想家（フォルモサ・ドリーマーズ） of the TPBL defeated Hsinchu JKO Lioneers 92-86. Foreign import Hoffman scored 31 points, lifting the team to first place in the league and securing its playoff berth.
Companies mentioned：福爾摩沙夢想家（フォルモサ・ドリーマーズ）、新竹御嵿攻城獅（新竹ライオネアーズ）、台啤永豐雲豹（台湾ビールレオパーズ）
President Lai Ching-te attended a memorial concert for Yu Teng-fa and Yu Chen Yueh-ying. He stressed that those who oppose strengthening the military in the face of external threats do not truly love Taiwan.
Companies mentioned：財団法人八卦寮文教基金会、民進党
A BBC expert in the U.K. analyzed that China’s new intelligence-gathering vessel 瞭望一号 is monitoring U.S. military movements in the Middle East and could provide Iran with air defense missiles. The expert said current U.S. military actions contradict the country’s national security strategy.
Companies mentioned：BBC（英国放送協会）、中国解放軍海軍、米国防総省（ペンタゴン）
Hsinchu City announced it would cut down five camphor trees on Zhonghua Road that are obstructing traffic. The move is intended to prevent trees from falling due to decay and pedestrians from tripping over raised roots.
Companies mentioned：新竹市政府
As the New Taipei mayoral election approaches, KMT candidate Lee Szu-chuan and DPP candidate Su Chiao-hui each attended religious events and sought support. Su has appointed 3 young spokespeople in their 20s to strengthen her appeal to younger voters.
Companies mentioned：國民黨、民進黨
Originalスペインなど3カ国が、国連憲章に基づき米国とキューバ間の対話再開を促す共同声明を発表。キューバ大統領も米国の圧力には屈しないとしつつ対話を呼びかけた。
Companies mentioned：米国国家放送（NBC News）
According to Japan’s 警察庁, drivers aged 75 or older were involved in about 400 fatal crashes last year, with operating errors the leading cause. The government is promoting measures including mandatory safety devices and the return of driver’s licenses.
Companies mentioned：警察庁
A Taiwanese court declined to prosecute a case involving an unlicensed Chinese lawyer who acted as a company’s legal representative in a lawsuit. The National Bar Association strongly protested, calling it a serious error that undermines the legal profession.
Companies mentioned：台中地方法院、台中地檢、全國律師聯合會、法務部
Rick, a foreign pitcher for 中信兄弟, returned to the starting rotation after working in relief and pitched well. Manager Keiichi Hirano hinted that he could join the starting rotation going forward.
Companies mentioned：中信兄弟
A profile traces the rise of Filipino painter June Impas, who once painted to stave off hunger amid poverty and went on to create official portraits of Presidents Duterte and Marcos.
Companies mentioned：セブアーティスト協会 (CAI)、フィリピン肖像芸術家協会 (PASPI)
On the Taipei City Emerald Reservoir’s request that Taiwan Power Co. pay a water-resource consumption fee, the 経済部水利署 explained that hydropower does not consume water resources and is therefore legally exempt from the charge.
Companies mentioned：台北市翡翠水庫管理局 (翡管局)、台湾電力公司 (台電)、経済部水利署
Air-conditioning units were temporarily removed at Taichung Girls’ Senior High School for exterior waterproofing work, prompting numerous student complaints that classrooms were hot and stuffy. The school responded by adding fans and moving classes to other rooms.
Companies mentioned：台中女子高級中等学校 (台中女中)
中華民国血液病学会 proposed lifting restrictions on health insurance coverage for acute myeloid leukemia (AML) treatment and expanding eligibility for next-generation sequencing (NGS). The National Health Insurance Administration responded that it would review the policies on a rolling basis, based on clinical evidence.
Companies mentioned：衛生福利部中央健康保険署、中華民国血液病学会
A major nighttime fire broke out in a stilt-house village in Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia, destroying about 200 homes. Hundreds of residents have been forced to evacuate.
Companies mentioned：マレーシア国営ニュース社 (Bernama)、ロイター通信
China’s market regulator and police jointly busted a major counterfeit liquor operation. They seized about 20,000 cases of fake liquor, including Wuliangye and Jiannanchun, with losses estimated at about NT$1.2 billion.
Companies mentioned：文忠電子商務有限公司、汾香釀酒有限公司、武后郷酒業有限公司、中国市場監管総局
Taiwanese baseball player Lee Hao-yu of the Detroit Tigers has been called up to MLB. His close friend, Uni-Lions catcher Chang Hsiang, praised his hard work and spoke emotionally about the news.
Companies mentioned：デトロイト・タイガース (MLB)、統一7-ELEVEnライオンズ (CPBL)
Wei Chuan Dragons infielder Lee Kai-wei set a team record by drawing a team-high 246 walks. He said his “low-key” personality meant he had not noticed the record.
Companies mentioned：味全ドラゴンズ (味全龍隊)、中信兄弟隊
統一7-ELEVEn獅隊 narrowly lost 0-1 to 富邦悍將. Manager Lin Yueh-ping discussed the challenges and expectations of relying on younger players, pointing to missed opportunities while expressing hope for their future development.
Companies mentioned：統一7-ELEVEn獅隊、富邦悍將
Iranian President Pezeshkian asserted Iran’s right to possess nuclear technology and rejected demands from former U.S. President Trump. Iran also denied Trump’s optimistic claim that an agreement was “close.”
The AI-powered character “Dr.Love” offers a personal service that supports users in understanding themselves and navigating relationships through empathetic and objective perspectives.
合同会社KAORU, based in Japan’s Goto Islands in Nagasaki Prefecture, has begun the full-scale rollout of a suite of locally implemented technologies that use AI, multilingual processing and regional digital transformation.
Mavericks Inc.'s video-generation AI, NoLang, has begun offering Korean-language UI support. Korean is its 4th language, following Japanese, English and Vietnamese, improving convenience for users in the Korean market.
Companies mentioned：東京大学
株式会社いにしえ will hold “いにしえマルシェ,” an experiential event promoting natural, pesticide-free cultivation, in Tendo, Yamagata Prefecture, on April 26.
An NPO in Muroran, Hokkaido, has been selected for a regular grant from the Welfare and Medical Service Agency (WAM) to roll out its children's cafeteria delivery service in earnest.
Companies mentioned：独立行政法人福祉医療機構（WAM）
Arneb, an esports team led by player dresscode, advanced from the “LJL 2026 Spring Series Open Qualifier” with an impressive record of 10 wins and 2 losses.
Companies mentioned：LJL (League of Legends Japan League)
A mobile children's cafeteria operated by an NPO in Muroran, Hokkaido, has gotten underway in earnest and been selected for a grant from キユーピーみらいたまご財団. The initiative is drawing attention for its efforts to prevent social isolation in the community.
Companies mentioned：キユーピーみらいたまご財団
A new brand, “富然（ふうぜん）,” is launching from 吉乃友酒造, a junmai sake brewery founded in 1877 in Toyama City. The company has also offered a series for overseas markets since 2018.
Companies mentioned：吉乃友酒造
榊󠄀原清一, head of a comprehensive social media marketing consultancy and third-generation host of “令和の虎,” will appear at “令和の虎EXPO 2026,” to be held at Tokyo International Forum.
Companies mentioned：YouTube、Instagram、TikTok、X(旧Twitter)