# AI News 180m Report｜2026-04-19 21:00–24:00 JST

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 31 items from 1 source; Japan, 7 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## UBA Shih Hsin women’s basketball team returns to championship glory; coach wanted to award MVP to 游沁樺

- Published: 2026-04-19T23:27:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604190194.aspx
- anchor: #n158767
- Companies mentioned: 世新大学、文化大学

台湾の大学バスケットボール（UBA）女子1部の決勝で、世新大学が文化大学を延長戦の末66-61で下し、7年間で6度目の優勝を果たした。林紀妏コーチは守備で貢献した游沁樺をMVPに推した。

## U.S. and Iran to resume talks; sources: Iranian delegation to arrive in Pakistan on 4/21

- Published: 2026-04-19T23:19:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604190195.aspx
- anchor: #n158766
- Companies mentioned: CNN、路透社 (Reuters)、塔斯尼姆通訊社 (Tasnim News Agency)

Following an announcement by U.S. President Trump (as of the time of reporting), an Iranian delegation is expected to arrive in Pakistan on April 21 to resume talks with the United States. If the talks go smoothly, a leaders’ summit and the signing of an “Islamabad Declaration” are possible.

## Wanda Film changes name to Ruyi, completely shedding former China’s richest man 王健林’s label

- Published: 2026-04-19T23:08:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202604190193.aspx
- anchor: #n158756
- Companies mentioned: 萬達集團、儒意集團、萬達投資

After a 2-year battle for control that began in 2023, management of Wanda Film passed to the Ruyi-affiliated group, and the company changed its name to “Ruyi Film Entertainment Co., Ltd.” As a result, the “Wanda” brand of Wang Jianlin, formerly China’s richest man, has disappeared completely.

## U.S. and Iran to resume talks in Pakistan; Trump hopes Iran will accept U.S. proposal

- Published: 2026-04-19T23:05:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604190192.aspx
- anchor: #n158757
- Companies mentioned: CNN、ニューヨーク・ポスト

Former U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that Iran had violated the ceasefire agreement by firing shots in the Strait of Hormuz, and announced that a U.S. delegation would resume negotiations with Iran in Pakistan. Trump warned that Iran would face devastating consequences if it did not accept a “very fair and reasonable” deal from the United States.

## Bizarre California insurance fraud case: 3 people sentenced after being caught posing as bears to damage luxury cars

- Published: 2026-04-19T23:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604190191.aspx
- anchor: #n158758
- Companies mentioned: 美聯社、カリフォルニア州保険局 (California Department of Insurance)、カリフォルニア州漁業野生生物局 (California Department of Fish and Wildlife)

In California’s “Operation Bear Claw” case, in which a person wearing a bear costume damaged luxury cars in an attempt to defraud insurers, 3 people pleaded guilty to felony insurance fraud and were sentenced to weekend jail time and probation. The fraud came to light after a wildlife department biologist analyzed footage and identified the supposed bear as a person in a costume.

## IMF estimates Taiwan’s per capita GDP will surpass South Korea’s by US$10,000 in 5 years; semiconductor ecosystem integration key

- Published: 2026-04-19T22:57:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604190190.aspx
- anchor: #n158759
- Companies mentioned: 韓国時報 (The Korea Times)、国際通貨基金 (IMF)、韓国国際金融センター (KCIF)、野村證券

According to IMF projections, Taiwan’s real GDP per capita surpassed South Korea’s last year, and the gap is expected to widen to more than $10,000 over the next 5 years. The reasons cited are Taiwan’s semiconductor ecosystem’s ability to respond quickly to AI demand and South Korea’s semiconductor industry’s focus on DRAM.

## Baosheng Cultural Festival kicks off; temple plaza packed for surname opera performances

- Published: 2026-04-19T22:54:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202604190189.aspx
- anchor: #n158760
- Companies mentioned: 大龍峒保安宮

The 33rd Baosheng Cultural Festival opened at 大龍峒保安宮, with Liu Shih-fang, Chiang Wan-an and Liao Wu-chih taking part in the opening gong ceremony. Running through June 16, the festival features traditional performing arts, folk activities and celebrations of Baosheng Emperor’s birthday. The event is listed as an intangible cultural asset of Taipei City and is also drawing attention as an international tourism event.

## Flames erupt at a home in Chiayi City; 3 people seriously injured and taken to hospital

- Published: 2026-04-19T22:48:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604190188.aspx
- anchor: #n158761
- Companies mentioned: 嘉義市消防局

A house fire broke out in Chiayi City, leaving 3 people seriously injured and taken to hospital. The fire department dispatched 16 vehicles and 44 firefighters. The blaze spread to neighboring homes but was extinguished about 1 hour later. The 3 residents who had been reported missing were found on a third-floor balcony with life-threatening injuries.

## Fire at 陶板屋 restaurant in Taipei’s Da’an District; 85 people evacuated, no casualties

- Published: 2026-04-19T22:43:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604190187.aspx
- anchor: #n158762
- Companies mentioned: 陶板屋

台北市大安区の陶板屋レストランで火災が発生し、地下1階の厨房の油鍋が焼損しました。消防隊が迅速に消火活動を行い、85人が避難しましたが、負傷者はいませんでした。火災の原因は現在調査中です。

## Water usage fee dispute: Feitsui Reservoir Management Bureau to establish compensation mechanism with reference to Control Yuan’s views

- Published: 2026-04-19T22:38:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604190186.aspx
- anchor: #n158763
- Companies mentioned: 翡管局 (翡翠水庫管理局)、台湾電力 (台電)、経済部水利署、監察院

The Feitsui Reservoir Administration has raised concerns about water waste during emergency power generation and is asking Taiwan Power Co. to pay water-resource fees as compensation for water consumption.

## 大甲鎮瀾宮媽祖遶境抵西螺 雲林警加派500人次戒護

- Published: 2026-04-19T22:23:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604190185.aspx
- anchor: #n158751
- Companies mentioned: 大甲鎮瀾宮、西螺鎮農會（西螺鎮農協）、新天宮、雲林県警察局

The Mazu procession from 大甲鎮瀾宮 arrived in Xiluo Township, Yunlin County. To welcome tens of thousands of worshippers, local farmers’ associations and others provided meals, while police added 500 officers to prevent clashes.

## Iran: Mashhad Airport in the northeast to reopen to international flights on 4/20

- Published: 2026-04-19T22:07:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604190184.aspx
- anchor: #n158752
- Companies mentioned: イラン国営テレビ、イラン民間航空機関

International flights are set to resume at Mashhad Airport in northeastern Iran on April 20. The move partially lifts the closure of major airports that had continued since airstrikes by Israel and the United States.

## MVP 鈴木駿輔 does a 9-strikeout dance; manager Guang goads him to stay alert to the risks

- Published: 2026-04-19T22:07:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604190183.aspx
- anchor: #n158753
- Companies mentioned: 富邦悍將（富邦ガーディアンズ）、統一7-ELEVEn獅（統一ライオンズ）

Japanese pitcher Shunsuke Suzuki of the Fubon Guardians in Taiwan’s professional baseball league earned MVP honors after starting and allowing 1 run over 7 innings while striking out a career-high 9 batters. Coach Mitsutaka Goto’s “angry words” to spur him on helped motivate the pitcher.

## Fire devastates Malaysian water village, destroying a thousand homes and affecting more than 9,000 people

- Published: 2026-04-19T22:00:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604190182.aspx
- anchor: #n158754
- Companies mentioned: 星報（The Star）、沙巴消防暨救災局

A large fire broke out in a water village in Malaysia’s Sabah state, destroying about 1,000 homes and affecting more than 9,000 people.

## Guardians beat Lions for 2 straight wins; Goto Mitsutaka had a premonition and canceled dance bet early

- Published: 2026-04-19T21:59:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604190181.aspx
- anchor: #n158755
- Companies mentioned: 富邦悍將（富邦ガーディアンズ）、統一7-ELEVEn獅（統一ライオンズ）

The Fubon Guardians beat the Uni-Lions 7-1 for their 2nd consecutive win in Taiwan’s professional baseball league. Coach Goto shared an anecdote about canceling a planned “rock-paper-scissors dance” bet with the players before the game.

## 紙風車劇團 heads to Yilan with a heartwarming surprise to celebrate residents’ birthdays

- Published: 2026-04-19T21:52:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202604190179.aspx
- anchor: #n158741
- Companies mentioned: 紙風車文教基金會、紙風車劇團

The Kaze no Ko? No. The Paper Windmill Theatre performed “Taiwan Fantasy” in Jiaoxi and Luodong in Yilan, drawing thousands of parents and children. A surprise birthday celebration for an audience member during the show prompted attention to the troupe’s warm contribution to the local community through the arts.

## Trump: U.S. representatives to arrive in Pakistan on 4/20 to resume talks with Iran

- Published: 2026-04-19T21:52:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604190180.aspx
- anchor: #n158740
- Companies mentioned: 美聯社

Trump announced that U.S. representatives would visit Pakistan on April 20 to resume in-person talks with Iran. Vice President Vance led the first round of talks. Details are unclear.

## UBA Shih Hsin beats Chinese Culture University for 6th title in 7 years; 蔡佑蓮 puts up all-around numbers

- Published: 2026-04-19T21:51:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604190176.aspx
- anchor: #n158750
- Companies mentioned: 世新大學、文化大學

In the UBA women’s college basketball final, Shih Hsin University beat Chinese Culture University 66-61 to claim its 6th championship in the past 7 years. Tsai Yu-lien delivered an all-around performance.

## UBA台藝大退虎尾奪季軍 主控王威翔有意再拚1年

- Published: 2026-04-19T21:43:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604190178.aspx
- anchor: #n158742
- Companies mentioned: 台灣藝術大學、虎尾科技大學、光復高中、中信學院、北市大學

In the UBA college basketball third-place game, National Taiwan University of Arts (NTUA) came from behind to beat National Formosa University and finish 3rd. Captain Wang Wei-hsiang said he plans to play another 1 year in college as he looks toward a professional career.

## EU-Hungary relations improve; sides meet to discuss unfreezing funds

- Published: 2026-04-19T21:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604190177.aspx
- anchor: #n158743
- Companies mentioned: 歐盟執委會 (European Commission)、匈牙利政府 (Government of Hungary)

Relations between the European Union (EU) and Hungary are improving, with an EU Commission delegation holding technical talks in Budapest with Hungary’s incoming government on unfreezing EU funds that have been frozen.

## 張雅佳 breaks national record for 2nd straight day at National High School Games, wins gold; qualifies for Nagoya Asian Games in 50-meter backstroke

- Published: 2026-04-19T21:20:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604190174.aspx
- anchor: #n158735
- Companies mentioned: 明道中学、ミシガン大学、全米大学体育協会（NCAA）

全中運（全国中等学校運動会）にて、18歳の張雅佳が女子50メートル背泳ぎで28秒50を記録し、自身2度目となる全国記録更新で金メダルを獲得、名古屋アジア大会の参加標準記録も突破した。

## Watching the documentary on 高菊花, Tsai Ing-wen says it reveals the profound side of history

- Published: 2026-04-19T21:20:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202604190175.aspx
- anchor: #n158734
- Companies mentioned: 中央社

Former President Tsai Ing-wen attended a screening of a documentary about the life of Kao Chu-hua, the daughter of a victim of the White Terror, and said she was stunned by the depth of Taiwan’s history.

## Nerves show on his face as first home-game MVP; 張祐銘: I didn’t really want to dance

- Published: 2026-04-19T21:12:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604190173.aspx
- anchor: #n158736
- Companies mentioned: 味全龍隊、中信兄弟隊、中央社

味全龍隊の張祐銘が2本の長打で4打点を挙げ、中信兄弟隊に9対3で勝利し、自身初のホームMVPを獲得した。

## Clash during Dajia Mazu pilgrimage in Changhua injures 3 police officers; man who assaulted them and carried drugs remanded in custody

- Published: 2026-04-19T21:09:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604190170.aspx
- anchor: #n158739
- Companies mentioned: 大甲鎮瀾宮、彰化分局、彰化地方検察署、彰化地方法院

The procession for Dajia Mazu was involved in a clash in Changhua City, injuring 3 police officers. Chen, a suspect accused of assault and found in possession of drugs, was arrested and detained.

## 趙少康 proposes 810 billion in military purchases; DPP legislator: a first step in good faith, hopes commercial procurement and commissioned production will be included

- Published: 2026-04-19T21:08:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604190172.aspx
- anchor: #n158737
- Companies mentioned: 立法院、国防部、民進党、国民党

趙少康氏が8100億台湾元の軍事調達特別予算案を提案。民進党の陳冠廷委員はこれを「善意の第一歩」と評価し、与野党の合意形成に向けた3段階の推進ロードマップを示した。

## Bulgaria holds its 8th parliamentary election in 5 years; pro-Russian former president leads in support

- Published: 2026-04-19T21:07:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604190171.aspx
- anchor: #n158738
- Companies mentioned: ロイター通信、欧州連合（EU）

Bulgaria is holding its 8th parliamentary election in 5 years, with former president Radev, who is seen as pro-Russian, leading in opinion polls.

## Come-from-behind win over Rakuten Monkeys: 施子謙 earns a “1-pitch win,” 11th in CPBL and 1st for the Hawks

- Published: 2026-04-19T20:55:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604190169.aspx
- anchor: #n156578
- Companies mentioned: 雄鷹 (台鋼ホークス)、桃猿 (楽天モンキーズ)、中信兄弟

In Taiwan’s CPBL, the TSG Hawks came from behind to beat the Rakuten Monkeys. Pitcher Shih Tzu-chien earned the win after throwing just 1 pitch.

## Pope arrives in Angola to celebrate Mass, urges people to overcome divisions; estimated 100,000 attendees

- Published: 2026-04-19T20:49:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604190167.aspx
- anchor: #n157158
- Companies mentioned: 世界銀行 (World Bank)

The pope visited Angola and held a Mass attended by about 100,000 people, calling for peace and unity and seeking to heal the wounds left by decades of civil war.

## Foreign-currency deposits at domestic banks hit NT$15.4 trillion at the end of February, a record high

- Published: 2026-04-19T20:49:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604190168.aspx
- anchor: #n156579
- Companies mentioned: 金管會 (金融監督管理委員會)、中信銀、台銀、北富銀、兆豐銀、玉山銀、一銀

台湾の金融監督管理委員会は、2月末時点の国内銀行の外貨預金残高が15兆4019億元（台湾ドル）に達し、過去最高を更新したと発表しました。

## 走八通關瓦拉米步道失聯多日 7旬婦遺體山谷下找到

- Published: 2026-04-19T20:43:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604190166.aspx
- anchor: #n157654
- Companies mentioned: 花蓮縣消防局、警察局、林保署、玉山國家公園管理處、中華民國山難救助協會東區搜救委員會

A woman in her 70s who had been missing for several days was found dead on the Walami Trail along the Batongguan Traversing Trail.

## Junji Ito original art exhibition “Temptation” to make its overseas debut in Taiwan in June

- Published: 2026-04-19T20:35:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202604190165.aspx
- anchor: #n157781
- Companies mentioned: 木棉花國際、時藝多媒體、朝日新聞社

The first overseas exhibition of original works by horror manga artist Junji Ito, titled “Temptation,” will open on June 19 at Songshan Cultural and Creative Park in Taipei.

## [Okayama University] Holds meeting with 熊本大学 on developing and deploying research and development management personnel to support regional core and distinctive research universities

- Published: 2026-04-19T23:01:53+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003942.000072793.html
- anchor: #n158764
- Companies mentioned: 熊本大学

Okayama University and 熊本大学 held a meeting on developing and deploying research and development management personnel to support regional core and distinctive research universities. The meeting is expected to strengthen both universities’ research capabilities and deepen their collaboration.

## ５月GW開催「本をテーマにしたVTuber展示イベント」を秋葉原にて開催

- Published: 2026-04-19T23:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000149824.html
- anchor: #n158765

5月GWに秋葉原で「本をテーマにしたVTuber展示イベント」が開催されます。最新技術とサブカルチャーを活用し、社会課題解決を目指すコンセプトです。

## Fukushima tatami specialist 久保木畳店 to unveil new work at Milan Design Week 2026 — Japanese-Italian co-developed furniture collection “PAJA” to make its world debut

- Published: 2026-04-19T21:20:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000149236.html
- anchor: #n158744
- Companies mentioned: 久保木畳店

久保木畳店, a long-established tatami maker in Fukushima Prefecture, will unveil the “PAJA” furniture collection, jointly developed by Japan and Italy, for the first time at Milan Design Week 2026.

## [群馬クレインサンダーズ: Game Result] 4/19 (Sun.) vs. 宇都宮ブレックス, Resona Group B.LEAGUE 2025-26 Season

- Published: 2026-04-19T21:17:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000153.000116683.html
- anchor: #n158745
- Companies mentioned: 群馬クレインサンダーズ、宇都宮ブレックス

A report on the result of the April 19 game between B.LEAGUE team 群馬クレインサンダーズ and 宇都宮ブレックス.

## “Daicel Blind Soccer Week 2026 in Umekita”: Japan men’s national team beats India 2-0 to win opening game

- Published: 2026-04-19T21:03:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000042.000158910.html
- anchor: #n158732
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ダイセル

“Daicel Blind Soccer Week 2026 in Umekita” opened with Japan’s men’s national team beating India 2-0. The event contributes to the promotion of sports for people with visual impairments and greater understanding of diversity.

## Advance sales of ENNE ZERO have sold out. Thank you very much. Sales of a front basket exclusively for ZERO have also been decided.

- Published: 2026-04-19T20:53:44+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000233.000078121.html
- anchor: #n158733

Advance sales of “ENNE ZERO,” designed by a company that manufactures and sells specified motorized bicycles, have sold out. Sales of a dedicated front basket have also been decided.

## The 24th Kyushu Open Soft Tennis Tournament achieved DX in tournament operations with “raquty Pro,” making operations paperless and moving toward full automation.

- Published: 2026-04-19T20:35:44+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000160517.html
- anchor: #n158726

At the 24th Kyushu Open Soft Tennis Tournament, “raquty Pro,” an app that fully automates tournament operations, was introduced, achieving DX and paperless operations.