# AI News 180m Report｜2026-04-20 03:00–06:00 JST

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 4 items from 1 source; Japan, 2 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Trump: Iran-registered cargo ship tried to break blockade, was hit by US forces and forcibly seized

- Published: 2026-04-20T05:21:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604200008.aspx
- anchor: #n158803

U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. Navy had fired on and seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship that tried to break through the naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. Tensions between the two countries are rising as the ceasefire agreement’s deadline approaches.

## Iranian media: Tehran has yet to decide whether to take part in a new round of talks with the US

- Published: 2026-04-20T04:38:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604200007.aspx
- anchor: #n158801
- Companies mentioned: 法新社、法斯通訊社、塔斯尼姆通訊社、伊朗通訊社

Iranian semi-state media reported that it was unclear whether the Iranian government would take part in new talks with the United States. The lifting of U.S. sanctions is a precondition, and the media criticized the current U.S. stance.

## Bulgarian parliamentary election: Exit polls show pro-Russian former president leading by a wide margin

- Published: 2026-04-20T04:09:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604200006.aspx
- anchor: #n158800
- Companies mentioned: 阿爾法研究 (Alpha Research)、路透社 (Reuters)

An exit poll in Bulgaria’s parliamentary election put Progressive Bulgaria, led by pro-Russian former President Radev, in first place with 38.1% of the vote. The party fell short of a majority on its own, making coalition talks the focus in the coming days.

## Mass shooting in Louisiana leaves 8 children dead; gunman shot dead by police

- Published: 2026-04-20T03:18:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604200005.aspx
- anchor: #n158797
- Companies mentioned: 中央通訊社、Associated Press、USA Today、Northeastern University

Eight children aged 1 to 14 were killed in shootings at 2 homes in Shreveport, Louisiana. The male suspect was shot dead after a car chase with police.

## [Rediscovering Local Gems] Enjoy inspiring experiences close to home during Golden Week. Norn Minakami Flower Garden, with 1 million daffodils in bloom, opens. A new staple for outdoor fun, offering aerial walks with your dog and gem hunting.

- Published: 2026-04-20T04:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000045.000013456.html
- anchor: #n158798

A company that operates a tourist facility in Minakami, Gunma Prefecture, is opening Norn Minakami Flower Garden for Golden Week, with 1 million daffodils in bloom. It offers activities including aerial walks with dogs and gem hunting.

## Ladies Art Nature: “A wonderland of hair beauty!” Yoko Minamino also tries a beauty upgrade. New commercial, “Adult Hair Salon” edition, begins airing Monday, April 20, 2026.

- Published: 2026-04-20T04:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000580.000000702.html
- anchor: #n158799
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アートネイチャー

Ladies Art Nature will begin airing a new commercial, “Adult Hair Salon,” featuring Yoko Minamino, on April 20, 2026.