AI News 180m Report

2026-04-20 00:00–03:00 JST

18 received, 18 listed, 2 sources

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 9 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 9 items from 1 source.

One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

Taiwan | 中央社 CNA(9)

White House official: Vance to lead U.S. delegation to Pakistan for talks with Iran

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The U.S. government announced it would send a delegation to Pakistan for talks aimed at ending the conflict in the Middle East, as the ceasefire agreement deadline approaches. Vance will not lead the delegation for security reasons, but will take part in the talks.

11 U.S. scientists mysteriously dead or missing; Trump vows to investigate

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

President Trump has promised an investigation into cases involving 11 scientists connected to U.S. nuclear, space and UFO research who have died under suspicious circumstances or gone missing since 2022.

Companies mentioned:Fox News、Novartis、Brown University、国家核安全保障局 (NNSA)

UBA: NCCU wins 6th straight title; Hsu Te-chi wins FMVP and jokes he no longer has to be captain

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

In the men’s Division 1 of Taiwan’s University Basketball Association (UBA), National Chengchi University defeated National Taiwan University of Sport 92-50, extending its winning streak to 74 games and claiming its 6th consecutive title. Hsu Te-chi was named FMVP.

Companies mentioned:政治大学 (政大)、国立体育大学 (国体大)

Song Hsin-hao ends his UBA career with a championship, confirming he will pursue his goal of playing overseas

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Song Hsin-hao of 政治大学 ended his college career with a UBA championship and said he aims to play overseas, including in Japan, South Korea and China, rather than in Taiwan’s professional leagues, after graduation.

Companies mentioned:政治大学、国立体育大学

President Lai to visit Eswatini; Somaliland government posts congratulations

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te will visit the Kingdom of Eswatini, an African ally, from April 22 to 27. In response, ソマリランド政府 issued a congratulatory statement.

Companies mentioned:総統府、外交部、ソマリランド政府

Dajia Mazu procession reaches Xiluo, Yunlin, amid pushing and shoving; police urge the public to follow safety routes

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

When the Dajia Mazu palanquin from Taichung arrived in Xiluo Township, Yunlin, Township Chief Liao Chiu-ping accused police and county government staff of blocking and jostling people during the welcoming. Police responded that the safety route had been planned in advance and urged the public to cooperate. The incident brought back memories of a similar event last year.

Companies mentioned:大甲鎮瀾宮

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung arrives in New Delhi, scheduled to meet Indian Prime Minister Modi on 4/20

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung arrived in New Delhi, India, and is scheduled to meet Indian Prime Minister Modi on the 20th. The meeting will open a new chapter in strategic cooperation in shipbuilding, finance, AI and other fields, and strengthen energy supply chain cooperation.

Former British ambassador to the U.S. suspected of failing national security review over China ties; Starmer faces crisis

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Peter Mandelson, nominated as former British Ambassador to the US, reportedly failed a national security review, allegedly due to China ties. This has plunged Prime Minister Keir Starmer into a political crisis, intensifying pressure ahead of local elections and raising questions about his administration's foreign policy and vetting processes. Former diplomat Olly Robbins is expected to testify publicly on the affair.

Companies mentioned:TikTok、Shein、Imagination Technologies、Canyon Bridge、China Reform Holdings

NCCU beats National Taiwan Sport University to complete 6 straight titles; Hsu Te-chi scores 15 points

Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

In Taiwan’s University Basketball Association (UBA), 政治大学 defeated 国立体育大学 92-50 to claim its 6th consecutive title. Captain Hsu Te-chi led the way with 15 points.

Companies mentioned:国立体育大学、中央社

Japan | PR TIMES(9)

[岡山大学] Jointly develops a reusable calf cuff that balances the SDGs with economic viability — building a sustainable healthcare model that eases the burden on medical workers and reduces waste

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

岡山大学 announced that it had jointly developed a reusable calf cuff that balances the SDGs with economic viability. The project aims to ease the burden on medical workers and reduce waste.

Companies mentioned:岡山大学

NextHiveMedia合同会社 launches “V Live Research Institute,” a specialist media outlet focused on virtual streaming

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

NextHiveMedia合同会社 has launched “V Live Research Institute,” a specialist media outlet focused on virtual streaming. It aims to create optimal matches between users and businesses.

Companies mentioned:NextHiveMedia合同会社

WASHハウス announces its 3rd live event, “Million Fest 3 at Hakata Dontaku Idol Festival”!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Self-service laundry chain WASHハウス announced its 3rd live event, “Million Fest 3 at Hakata Dontaku Idol Festival.” The company offers convenient app features under the concept of “safety, security and cleanliness.”

Companies mentioned:WASHハウス

Limited-edition amood × MUCENT collaboration exhibition to run for 1 week, with discounts of up to 90% off

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

Japanese fashion app amood and MUCENT are holding a limited-edition collaboration exhibition. Offering K-fashion at up to 90% off, the event is drawing attention for its affordable prices and quality.

Companies mentioned:MUCENT

On this day in 1800, Ino Tadataka set out. To mark Map Day, the “iHistory GOLD Mapper Campaign” inviting you to create your own ultimate digital map will be held on PointMap+!

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

To mark Map Day, iHistory is holding the “iHistory GOLD Mapper Campaign” on its digital mapping tool PointMap+. Users can create their own digital maps using photos.

[岡山大学] Reports on the effectiveness of robot-assisted pancreaticoduodenectomy

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

岡山大学 has released a research report on the effectiveness of robot-assisted pancreaticoduodenectomy. This advanced surgical technique could help promote patient recovery and improve the quality of healthcare.

Voice memos aren’t enough, but DAW software is too difficult. “MultiTrackRecorder” has launched to meet those recording needs: a full-featured voice memo app that supports audio interfaces.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

聴覚研究所 has released a new app, “MultiTrackRecorder.” Positioned between voice memos and DAW software, it meets recording needs with support for audio interfaces.

“Miracle salt” artisan Tanoya Enjiro takes the stage in the heart of the city.

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

“Miracle salt” artisan Tanoya Enjiro has begun activities in the heart of the city. A food-editing company focused on flavor is driving the initiative to address food-related challenges.

[岡山大学] Elucidates the induction of interleukin-9-producing CD8 T cells by N184, a derivative compound of the filamentous fungus-derived antibiotic ascochlorin, and the mechanism behind its activation of antitumor immunity

Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

岡山大学 announced that it had elucidated the induction of interleukin-9-producing CD8 T cells by N184, a derivative compound of the filamentous fungus-derived antibiotic ascochlorin, and the mechanism behind its activation of antitumor immunity.

Companies mentioned:岡山大学

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