https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 125 items from 1 source; Japan, 71 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187609https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187609Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:25:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADuring a concert in Finland, a conductor's carelessness led to an accident in which a prized 18th-century violin fell. Fortunately, the violinist's quick thinking averted the worst, and expert repairs restored its tone. The incident has become a major topic of discussion in the classical music world. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187610https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187610Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:20:33 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan's Changhua County held its first 2026 urban resilience drill, mobilizing 192 alternative-service reservists. More than 1500 reservists in total will be deployed in defense and disaster-prevention exercises nationwide. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187611https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187611Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:20:31 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA牧徳科技 has unveiled new inspection equipment for semiconductors and high-end PCBs. Responding to growing demand for AI and high-performance computing, it aims to deepen its presence in the PCB AOI and electrical inspection equipment market while expanding its semiconductor inspection equipment business. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187615https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187615Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:20:01 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIranian state television reported that the イスラム革命衛隊 seized 2 ships attempting to pass through the Strait of Hormuz and escorted them into Iranian territorial waters. The ships were identified as MSC-Francesca and Epaminodes, both said to belong to the Israeli regime. The reported reasons for their seizure included unauthorized passage and tampering with navigation assistance systems. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187612https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187612Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:18:29 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA team led by Professor Yu Guobin of 陽明交通大学 has developed a humidity-resistant ozone-decomposition catalyst suited to Taiwan's humid climate. The technology is expected to be used in air purifiers and air-conditioning filter systems, helping address indoor ozone concentration problems. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187623https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187623Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:17:52 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChina used pressure to obstruct Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te's overseas trip. Scholars say the move was intended to assert the one-China principle and distinguish between the ruling and opposition parties. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187613https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187613Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:16:26 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAZhen Ding Technology Group (Zhen Ding), the world's largest PCB maker, held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new factory at the HD Park in Huai'an, Jiangsu Province. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187617https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187617Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:16:24 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIn response to summer heat and rising crude oil prices, the New Taipei City Government will provide taxis with 2 hours of free parking each day, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at around 120 public parking lots starting in June. The measure is intended to give taxi drivers time to eat and rest. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187620https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187620Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:16:14 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA food exchange event titled Spicy Showdown, featuring Taiwanese and Thai chefs, was held in Bangkok. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187614https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187614Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:14:24 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChina's first fully AI-generated film, Soul Ferry: Floating Life Dream, will be released this summer, sparking debate over whether AI can replace live-action performances. The production team describes it as an efficiency experiment to explore how AI can support IP development. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187616https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187616Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:06:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA内政部の董建宏政務次長が台北市役所を訪問し、建設残土の処理問題について協議した。中央政府は台北港などの受け入れ先を確保しており、台北市にも公有地の活用を求めている。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187618https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187618Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:02:16 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has unveiled MindForge, an AI risk management toolkit. It is designed to help financial institutions identify and manage risks associated with AI applications, prevent damage to trust caused by erroneous AI model judgments, and strengthen the stability of the financial system. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187619https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187619Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:01:14 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAs Taiwan's National Health Insurance enters its 31st year, Chen Chih-hung, deputy convener of the Presidential Office, has proposed 3 reforms: a shift in care philosophy, care models, and medical benefit models. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187621https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187621Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:00:09 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChina's glass king, Cao Dewang, has signaled that he may close his U.S. factory if it is no longer profitable in response to higher U.S. tariffs. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187622https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187622Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:59:07 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA王品 Group announced that it will distribute electronic dining discount vouchers worth 3000 yuan as a shareholder meeting gift. Its shareholder base has reached 15.8万人, a record high. The vouchers can be used through an app, improving convenience. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187589https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187589Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:56:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChou Ni-an has been re-elected chair of the Taiwan Solidarity Union (TSU). The party plans to carry on the spirit of former President Lee Teng-hui, clarify its position as Taiwan's first pro-independence right-wing party, and contest the next election. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187624https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187624Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:55:03 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Agriculture Ministry's Fisheries Research Institute has promoted staged clam farming, helping reduce climate change risks, improve survival rates by more than 10%, and increase fishermen's income. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187598https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187598Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:55:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Taiwan Stock Exchange has fined Taishin Securities a total of NT$1.31 million in penalties and compensation after post-merger system problems caused trading delays and other disruptions. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187586https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187586Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:54:01 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan's cybersecurity administration and institute have begun helping companies establish product security incident response teams (PSIRTs). Through 3 strategies, including on-site guidance, the initiative aims to help businesses join international supply chains. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187587https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187587Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:52:59 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA頼清徳総統のエスワティニ訪問が、中国の干渉による飛行許可の取り消しで一時延期された。エスワティニ側は遺憾の意を示しつつも、両国の外交関係に揺るぎはないと強調した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187596https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187596Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:46:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan's Tamkang University has partnered with Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) in Malaysia to launch the Chemistry on the Go project in Malaysia, with the aim of developing science talent and promoting science education. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187588https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187588Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:45:56 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASakuliu (撒古流・巴瓦瓦隆), a Taiwanese Paiwan artist whose 4-year-and-6-month prison sentence for sexual assault became final, was detained at a rental home where he had been hiding and taken into custody over concerns that he might flee. He has also been stripped of his National Cultural Award eligibility. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187600https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187600Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:41:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA新竹県政府 carried out a demolition at the Wulin Tie campsite in Jianshi Township after illegal structures were not brought into compliance by the deadline. It also imposed a fine of NT$84,000 for operating unauthorized lodging and stressed the importance of safety in mountainous areas. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187590https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187590Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:39:52 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATrendy Taipei, organized by the Taipei City Department of Cultural Affairs, has won the top honor, a platinum award, at the U.S.-based MUSE Creative Awards. The award recognizes the international appeal of Taipei's urban festival aesthetic. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187591https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187591Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:39:50 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan's Hsu Hao-min won 2 gold and 2 silver medals at the Kickboxing World Cup in Thailand. The Taiwanese team won 23 medals in total, securing an impressive 4th place in the country rankings. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187592https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187592Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:38:48 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNALin Yu-hsin of Lieyu Junior High School in Kinmen County won titles in both the 1500-meter and 2000-meter steeplechase at the National Secondary School Games. Lin also set a new meet record in the 2000-meter steeplechase. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187593https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187593Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:38:46 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIC substrate maker Kinsus (景碩) said its net profit for March rose 85.26% year on year to NT$289 million. Growing demand for AI-related HPC and memory products contributed to the increase, and its share price also reached a record high. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187594https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187594Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:37:44 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan's measures to curb property speculation have borne fruit, with new home mortgage disbursements by the 5 largest banks falling to NT$152.554 billion in the first quarter of 2026, the lowest level in 3 years. That was a 26.5% decline from the same period a year earlier. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187602https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187602Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:37:09 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA biomedical team led by Taiwan's Ministry of Economic Affairs Department of Industrial Technology exhibited at CPHI Japan, where 工研院 and Japan's Shonan iPark signed a partnership agreement. The deal will strengthen complementary Taiwan-Japan cooperation in drug discovery, clinical development, and manufacturing, and accelerate Taiwanese companies' expansion into Japan and other Asian markets. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187595https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187595Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:34:42 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Taiwan Stock Exchange (TWSE) has been recognized as a recognized stock exchange by the UK's HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC). This will allow British investors to invest in Taiwanese stocks through tax-advantaged Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs), with significant inflows of British capital expected. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187597https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187597Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:32:37 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe National Security Council strongly denied as baseless a report by the media outlet CTWANT that Lin Chih-chieh, one of its advisory committee members, had borrowed a prosecutor from 法務部 to serve as her assistant. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187599https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187599Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:27:33 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAfter Ukraine completed repairs to the Druzhba oil pipeline, the EU moved to release a €90 billion loan that had been frozen by Hungary's veto. The loan and a proposed sanctions package against Russia are expected to be approved once the resumption of oil supplies is confirmed. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187601https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187601Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:26:29 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe New Taiwan dollar fell 5.1 cents as funds set aside for evacuations amid escalating Middle East tensions flowed back into the U.S. dollar, ending its streak of gains. Taiwanese stocks rose, however, creating a divergence between the stock and foreign exchange markets. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187570https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187570Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:26:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA fire broke out at a home in Tainan's West Central District on the afternoon of the 22nd, killing 1 person. Firefighters dispatched 22 vehicles and 49 personnel to extinguish the blaze. The victim's identity and the cause of the fire remain under investigation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187603https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187603Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:25:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a strong rebuttal to a joint statement by China and Mozambique expressing support for the one-China principle, calling it an absurd statement that demeans Taiwan's sovereignty. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187554https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187554Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:25:23 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATo mark World Earth Day, the Hualien Branch of the Forestry and Nature Conservation Agency and 台湾糖業（台糖） signed a memorandum of understanding on sustainable forest management. The Dafen-Dafu Forest Park will be used to combine ecosystem restoration with the creation of carbon credits. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187559https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187559Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:25:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Agriculture Ministry has scrapped plans to implement in July rules governing the use of human medicines for pets, following strong opposition from veterinarians and pet owners and a lack of preparation. It will work with 衛生福利部 to develop more workable new rules. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187555https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187555Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:23:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 1st Wei Mingguang Journalism Award ceremony was held, with CommonWealth Magazine winning in 2 categories, the Advocacy Award and the Exploration Award, making it the biggest winner. The emerging award recognizes media sustainability and innovation in the AI era. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187556https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187556Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:22:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA delegation from the Japan-Taiwan Friendship Parliamentary League of Fukushima Prefectural Assembly visited the Democratic Progressive Party headquarters and met with Secretary-General Hsu Kuo-yung. They agreed to deepen exchanges in trade, education, culture and youth affairs, and further develop Japan-Taiwan relations. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187557https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187557Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:21:16 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwanese heptathlon hopeful Lin Pei-hsuan won her 3rd consecutive title at the National Secondary School Games. After overcoming injuries and poor health through sheer determination, she will next compete at the U20アジア陸上競技選手権 for a place at the Nagoya Asian Games. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187558https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187558Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:19:14 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAHotels and restaurants in Taichung have launched Mother’s Day promotions. Social responsibility and luxury are in the spotlight, from Evergreen Laurel Hotel’s campaign to donate 1 cake for every 1 cake purchased to lavish themed cakes featuring Dubai chocolate, pearls and bird’s nest. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187574https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187574Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:18:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwanese social worker groups protested outside 行政院 against excessive pressure on frontline workers. In response, the Ministry of Health and Welfare (MOHW) announced it would hold a forum to discuss workforce stability and institutional improvements. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187563https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187563Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:16:11 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Central News Agency has published a new book, “When AI Meets ESG: Success Stories from 36 Companies.” It aims to offer practical guidance for small and medium-sized enterprises using AI to address ESG challenges and advance dual transformation: digital transformation and green transformation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187560https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187560Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:11:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPresident Lai Ching-te’s visit to Eswatini was postponed after some countries revoked flight clearances. British and EU representatives in Taiwan voiced concern, saying control of airspace should not be used for political purposes. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187561https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187561Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:11:06 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Kinmen National Park Headquarters is promoting the cultivation of native plant seedlings and has worked with companies including Wan Hai Lines to plant more than 10,000 trees. It aims to make Kinmen a “sustainable ecological island” through ecosystem restoration and environmental education. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187562https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187562Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:10:03 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’s Ministry of National Defense has signed 6 military procurement contracts with the United States, including deals for HIMARS and M109A7 self-propelled howitzers, it has emerged. The total value reaches hundreds of billions of Taiwan dollars, with the aim of bolstering defense resilience. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187564https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187564Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:09:01 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAConcerns about the Middle East eased somewhat after U.S. President Donald Trump announced an extension of the Iran ceasefire. But with the Strait of Hormuz blockade remaining in place, markets were cautious and Asian stocks ended mixed. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187565https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187565Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:07:59 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Taiwan Stock Exchange held a semiconductor industry investment promotion event in Penang, Malaysia, as it seeks to become the “Nasdaq of Asia.” The initiative promotes Taiwan-Malaysia cooperation using Taiwan’s capital market and encourages local companies to list in Taiwan. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187566https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187566Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:06:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAYou Ying-lung has taken office as chairman of Taiwan’s Central Election Commission, with a handover ceremony scheduled for April 27. The new leadership is expected to address a lawsuit by Lee Chen-hsiu, who was removed over dual nationality, as well as a proposal to fill vacancies in the Legislative Yuan. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187576https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187576Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:06:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAVice President Hsiao Bi-khim met with a visiting pro-Taiwan group from フランス参議院, expressing gratitude for France’s support for Taiwan’s international participation and the French government’s contribution to peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait. The two sides said they share the values of democracy and freedom and would continue to deepen bilateral ties. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187573https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187573Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:05:46 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Middle East war has cost the world more than 1 billion barrels in oil supplies, while Iran’s crude oil exports face the risk of a shutdown. The effects on daily life are spreading, with the world’s largest condom maker planning price hikes of 20-30% amid supply chain disruptions. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187567https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187567Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:04:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFootwear maker Fulgent Sun’s earnings per share for the 1st quarter of 2026 came in at NT$0.89, the lowest in the past 6 quarters. Higher raw material costs were among the factors weighing on results, but the company expects a recovery as production scales up from the 2nd quarter onward. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187568https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187568Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:04:53 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThree container ships came under fire from gunshots and rockets launched by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps in the Strait of Hormuz. All crew members were safe and 1 ship sustained minor damage, underscoring the extremely high geopolitical tensions in the area. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187553https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187553Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:03:37 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA李灝宇 of デトロイト・タイガース recorded his first home hit, and the club launched a “viral strategy” to draw interest from Taiwanese fans by posting a video of him on social media. The team’s official account has engaged fans with Taiwan-style comments, attracting attention. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187569https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187569Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:00:51 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’s 財務部 stressed that U.S. processing potatoes would be released from customs only after confirmation of approval notices from the Ministry of Agriculture and the Ministry of Health and Welfare. To ensure food safety, shipments that fail inspection will be returned or destroyed. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187571https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187571Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:00:46 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChang Shun-chin has been promoted to head of the 国家環境研究院 under 環境部. Environment Minister Peng Chi-ming said the institute aims to become a national-level environmental research think tank and use AI for “proactive early warnings” in environmental management. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187572https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187572Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:00:44 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中国国家疾病予防管理局は、4月以降インフルエンザとライノウイルスの活動が上昇していると発表した。5月の連休（五一連假）に伴う人流増加を控え、感染対策の強化を呼びかけている。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187575https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187575Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:58:38 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA“An Evening of Traditional Japanese Edo Performing Arts,” directed and led by Japanese Living National Treasure Denjiro Tanaka, will be held in Kaohsiung. The performance brings together the essence of Japanese arts, including kabuki, taiko drumming and shamisen. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187577https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187577Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:56:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA客家委員会とNSO国家交響楽団が、伝説的客家作曲家・江文也を称える新アルバム「客家・心・世界」をリリースした。江氏の遺作と現代作曲家による新作が収録されている。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187578https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187578Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:56:31 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAUnion Bank of Taiwan has partnered with MaiCoinグループ, a cryptocurrency trading platform, to issue the “Union MaiCoin Co-branded Card,” which allows users to convert payments into cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187526https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187526Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:53:29 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAKeelung City Council Speaker Tung Tzu-wei visited a middle school and inspected its lunch program. The visit drew allegations of violating administrative neutrality because of its links to election campaigning, while the Democratic Progressive Party said it was part of his official duties. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187527https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187527Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:53:27 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAt the spring festival at Japan’s Yasukuni Shrine, cabinet members made their first visits since the Takaichi Sanae Cabinet took office. A total of 126 lawmakers from across party lines also visited. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187528https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187528Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:51:25 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADemocratic Progressive Party Legislator Wu Pei-yi and others held a forum on development and wetland conservation in the Tamsui River basin. The event aims to connect the river with residents’ lives and create a platform for dialogue between government and civil society. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187529https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187529Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:50:23 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA preview screening was held for the horror film “祭弒.” Lead actress Tien Hsin lost weight to the 40-kilogram range for her role, while co-star Lin Hui-min reflected on the grueling shoot. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187540https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187540Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:47:41 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’s Central Weather Administration said heavy rain or torrential rain could affect all of Taiwan from the 23rd to the 25th. Particular caution is needed in western Taiwan on the 24th. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187530https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187530Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:47:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中国共産党の機関紙「人民日報」が、中国の末端官僚に蔓延する「事あるごとに指示を仰ぐ」態度は責任逃れであり、「横たわり（躺平）」心理だと強く批判した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187531https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187531Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:45:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAActor Tseng Jing-hua has been named ambassador for the 28th Taipei Film Festival and recreated scenes from his past works in an image campaign. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187532https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187532Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:45:17 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe New Taipei District Prosecutors Office and the New Taipei City Investigation Division held a forum on investigations into election interference ahead of the 2026 local elections. They stressed efforts to prevent and crack down on election betting and foreign interference. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187533https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187533Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:44:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNACloud Base, a digital nomad hub in Hualien, Taiwan, has signed an MOU with a Seoul startup to attract international digital nomad talent. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187544https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187544Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:43:27 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNALee Chen-hsiu, a mainland spouse, has filed a lawsuit with the Taipei High Administrative Court, alleging she was unfairly expelled from the Taiwan People’s Party over a dispute about her eligibility to run for office. She is seeking to invalidate the Central Election Commission’s announcement declaring Hsu Chung-hsin elected as her replacement. The court accepted the case and began proceedings. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187534https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187534Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:43:12 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’s Ministry of Labor announced that applications for the 20th Outstanding Construction Safety Award will open on May 1. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187535https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187535Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:43:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA report by a Berlin research institute projects the number of migrants in the EU will reach a record 64.2 million in 2025. Germany is expected to have the largest number, while Spain has seen a particularly sharp increase. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187536https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187536Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:43:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAJapanese author Kota Kinoshita, who helped victims of an assault on the Taiwan MRT, reported that he tested negative for HIV, which had been a concern, and thanked Lo Yi-chun for his support. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187537https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187537Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:42:06 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPassive components maker 新聿科技 has listed on Taiwan’s emerging stock market, with its share price surging on the first day. Investors welcomed its entry into the supply chains of NVIDIA and AMD for components used in AI servers. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187538https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187538Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:41:04 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’s first finance-focused large language model (FinLLM) project has officially launched. An initial model for the banking industry is scheduled for release in the 3rd quarter of this year, with the final version due at year-end. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187539https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187539Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:41:02 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAWith the extension of Taiwan High Speed Rail (THSR) to Pingtung, a dedicated area for TSMC’s supply chain and other facilities will be developed in the Pingtung Science Park within the designated zone, creating a new hub for industrial development in southern Taiwan. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187541https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187541Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:33:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’s Tri-Service General Hospital announced that an integrated therapy combining vitamin C and hydrogen molecules improved symptoms in patients with autoimmune diseases. The results were also published in an international academic journal. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187542https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187542Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:29:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA marathon organized by National Geographic coincided with the joint entrance exam for four-year technical colleges and two-year junior colleges, prompting a teachers’ group to protest over concerns about the impact on examinees. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187543https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187543Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:28:53 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA28 organizations in Hong Kong submitted a letter to the Central Military Commission urging it to name a Chinese People’s Liberation Army aircraft carrier under construction the “Hong Kong.” They cited Hong Kong’s status and historical contributions. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187488https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187488Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:26:16 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe underground parking facility at Zhongli Elementary School in Taoyuan City was completed and opened after 6 years of construction. It is expected to ease severe parking demand around the station. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187483https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187483Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:25:12 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe April 22, 2026 edition of ASEAN Economic Brief reported on economic developments across ASEAN, including Vietnam’s GDP growth, Laos’ exports, Singapore’s GDP growth forecast driven by AI and financial technology, the Philippines’ decision to maintain its policy rate, tourist numbers in Myanmar, Malaysia’s expansion of rare earth refining, an improved credit outlook for Thailand, increased imports of electrical machinery in Cambodia, and plans to issue Chinese government bonds in Indonesia. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187485https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187485Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:24:49 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChang Ya-chia, 18, won gold in the women’s 200m backstroke at the National High School Games. She capped her high school career with 3 gold medals and 2 national records set at this year’s competition. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187487https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187487Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:21:17 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASilks Palace, the restaurant inside 故宮博物院, has teamed up with the upscale Chinese restaurant Silks House on a dinner program to reverse a decline in customer numbers. It aims to increase business by 30%. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187486https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187486Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:20:24 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATainan City’s Education Bureau held a “Drone Soccer Teacher Training Experience Camp,” attended by 120 teachers. The initiative aims to promote the use of technology in education on campus and strengthen students’ logical thinking and other skills. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187501https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187501Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:17:43 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA black kite named “Blink,” rescued after becoming caught in an illegal bird net in Keelung, was released back into the wild after treatment by 台湾猛禽研究会. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187489https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187489Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:17:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA均熱板大手・健策（Jentech）の株価がAI向け放熱需要の急増を背景に5000元を突破した。3月の1株当たり利益は4.49元となった。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187490https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187490Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:15:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe head of human resources testified in the trial of the head of startup 雲云科技, who is accused of stabbing the company’s chief technology officer to death. The witness said the two had clashed over their management philosophies, particularly the balance between speed and stability. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187491https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187491Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:13:13 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPressure from China blocked Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te’s planned visit to ally Eswatini. Deputy Foreign Minister Wu Chih-chung strongly condemned China, saying it was undermining Taiwan’s right to fly and other rights. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187492https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187492Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:13:11 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPublic Television Service will air “Return to the Moon: A New Space Era,” a science documentary co-produced in Taiwan and France. The key space technology research featured in the program was contributed by 2 scholars from National Central University in Taiwan. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187502https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187502Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:11:16 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA “Mobile Art Museum Tour” opened in Hsinchu City. 36 artists will visit 5 elementary schools to promote arts education for children. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187493https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187493Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:11:09 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA2 former executives of 長春石化 were indicted on allegations that they disclosed trade secrets, including copper foil manufacturing technology, to a Chinese company and then joined the firm. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187494https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187494Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:10:07 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaipei Veterans General Hospital has introduced the “nanoknife” as a new treatment for prostate cancer. It has less impact on surrounding tissue and offers a new option for patients at low to intermediate risk to avoid radical prostatectomy. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187484https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187484Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:08:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA2 fully loaded Iranian oil tankers broke through the US naval blockade and entered the Arabian Sea. The move highlights the limits of efforts to constrain oil exports through US sanctions. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187495https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187495Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:06:05 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Yunlin District Prosecutors Office held a task force meeting ahead of the 2026 local elections and announced stepped-up enforcement against vote-buying, illegal election betting, deepfakes and other offenses. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187496https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187496Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:04:03 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNARegarding the disruption of Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te’s trip to Africa, China’s Taiwan Affairs Office made remarks denying the existence of Taiwan’s president. Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council pushed back, saying, “China does not allow the existence of the Republic of China.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187497https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187497Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:04:01 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThis year’s house tax levy in Taiwan covered about 9.74 million properties, with total taxes exceeding NT$103.7 billion, a record high. The impact of new policies, including higher taxes on vacant homes, is also being felt. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187498https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187498Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:02:59 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaoyuan International Airport has launched a trial “pre-booked pickup area” for hired cars and other vehicles to ease congestion on the roadway in front of the terminals. The aim is to spread out users and improve traffic efficiency. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187505https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187505Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:01:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAJapanese actor and singer Kento Nakajima and singer Joji will hold concerts in Taiwan. An additional Kaohsiung show by Taiwanese band Sunset Rollercoaster was also announced. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187499https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187499Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:00:56 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly condemned and rebutted a Chinese Foreign Ministry statement that disrupted President Lai Ching-te’s diplomatic visit and claimed that “the president of the Republic of China no longer exists.” https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187500https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260422-18/index-en.html#n187500Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:00:54 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaoyuan City has opened applications for its Local SBIR program, which supports technological innovation by small and medium-sized enterprises. Applicants can apply online for grants of up to NT$2 million.