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Shikishima Baking (Pasco) will launch “Hokkaido German Potato Bread” and “Chewy Dorayaki” from its “Domestic Wheat” series under the “Wa Komugi” brand on May 1, 2026.
Prime 1 Studio has announced a 1/3-scale statue of “Batman Who Laughs & Robin King” from DCコミックス’ “Dark Nights: Death Metal.” Preorders open April 23.
Companies mentioned：株式会社プライム１スタジオ、DCコミックス、Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.
NTT West and Concur have signed a sales partner agreement for SAP Concur to digitize and streamline travel expense reimbursement operations for local governments. The partnership will address the increased administrative burden resulting from the 2025 revision of the travel expense law.
Companies mentioned：NTT西日本株式会社、株式会社コンカー
Belgian league club Sint-Truiden VV (STVV) has signed a corporate sponsorship agreement with SportsEntertainment株式会社 for the 2025-2026 season.
Companies mentioned：合同会社DMM.com
AI Data Inc. has launched “AI CityReform on IDX,” a new AI platform that integrates data and supports consensus-building for urban renewal and community development.
U-Treasure Co., Ltd. will begin accepting preorders on May 1 for index rings and acrylic jewelry stands supervised by VOLTACTION, the VTuber unit under にじさんじ.
Companies mentioned：にじさんじ、株式会社ケイ・ウノ、ANYCOLOR株式会社
Open House Group has released its “2026 Rankings of the Most Desirable Stations and Railway Lines to Live Along” for dual-income families raising children in Kansai. The survey found that people tend to prioritize time efficiency, cost performance and mental well-being.
Companies mentioned：東京カンテイ、JR西日本、大阪メトロ、日本銀行
ASUS JAPAN has announced 3 new motherboards compatible with the AM5 socket. The models feature AI functions and are designed for easy assembly, with sales starting April 24, 2026.
Companies mentioned：ASUS JAPAN株式会社、AMD
“mirumi,” a charm robot developed by Yukai Engineering, will go on presale at 蔦屋書店 and other stores nationwide starting April 23. It recreates babies’ gestures and offers comfort through its gaze and movements.
Companies mentioned：ユカイ工学株式会社、蔦屋書店、蔦屋家電
The “Tohoshinki × Yokohama RED OCEAN Campaign” is underway at the giant “Cosmo Clock 21” Ferris wheel and other locations in Yokohama, celebrating the 20th anniversary of Tohoshinki’s Japanese debut. Special illuminations and a digital stamp rally are among the events.
Companies mentioned：泉陽興業株式会社、よこはまコスモワールド、横浜ハンマーヘッド、横浜マリンタワー、横浜市庁舎、横浜ビブレ、横浜赤レンガ倉庫、横浜ワールドポーターズ、YOKOHAMA AIR CABIN、新横浜ラーメン博物館
Hotel Oriental Express Kagoshima Tenmonkan will launch its “Dessert BAR,” offering sweets in the evening, on May 1. The hotel is proposing a new way to spend the evening for both guests and local residents.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ホテルマネージメントジャパン
Outdoor brand KEEN and LUCY Oze Hatamachi, operated by 星野リゾート, will hold their first collaborative POP-UP event at Hatamachi Pass in Oze from April 29, 2026.
Companies mentioned：星野リゾート、KEEN（キーン）、アワーブルーイング
Roasted COFFEE LABORATORY, operated by BAYCREW'S Co., Ltd., will offer experiential pancakes and a shake combining matcha and strawberries for a limited time from April 28 at its Shibuya Jinnan location.
Companies mentioned：ハーゲンダッツ
Navikuru, a car appraisal website operated by Ateam Life Design, has released the full version of an original song sung by its official character “Nabikurumi” (CV: Rie Takahashi), and has also begun karaoke distribution on DAM and JOYSOUND.
Companies mentioned：株式会社エイチームホールディングス、株式会社エイチームライフデザイン、DEEstudio、81プロデュース
ぴあ株式会社 will hold “Entertainment Industry Research Fest Vol. 2,” a job-hunting event for students seeking careers in the entertainment industry, at Pia Arena MM on August 31, 2026. The previous event drew 4,000 attendees, and this year’s event will be larger.
Companies mentioned：ぴあ株式会社、株式会社東京音協、株式会社学情、映像センター、NHK、エルロイ、共立、劇団四季、サンリオエンターテイメント、集英社、シミズオクト、ソニーミュージックグループ、テレビ朝日映像、東映、東京テアトル、東京ドーム、東宝、バップ、バンダイナムコフィルムワークス、PIA TECH LAB、ビクターエンタテインメント、フロンティアインターナショナル、ワタナベエンターテインメント
To mark the launch of French cosmetics “ZAO,” Felissimo will hold a makeup lesson led by a professional artist at its Kobe headquarters on June 13, 2026. Participants are being recruited for a special-price monitor session.
Companies mentioned：株式会社フェリシモ、ZAO
Saitama Panasonic Wild Knights have launched the team’s first crowdfunding campaign to improve the stadium viewing environment in Kumagaya and support deaf rugby.
Companies mentioned：パナソニック スポーツ株式会社
HELLO CYCLING, Japan’s largest bike-sharing operator, and Lime, a global leader in electric mobility, will begin integrating their ports in May 2026. Users will be able to travel between their services using either app, improving convenience.
Companies mentioned：OpenStreet株式会社、Lime株式会社
Tokyo Skytree will extend its observation deck hours during the 2026 Golden Week period (Apr. 24–May 5), responding to demand for short-term and nearby sightseeing.
Companies mentioned：東武タワースカイツリー、東京ソラマチ
The world’s largest action sports competition, X Games, will be held in Chiba for the first time in 2 years. A new team competition, the X Games League (XGL), will also be introduced from 2026.
Companies mentioned：ESPN
The women-only fitness center P・SPO Dobashi, operated by 三福ホールディングス, has opened in Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture, and made a strong start. The combined facility brings together a gym, Pilates and mugwort steam treatments to meet women’s health and warming-care needs.
合同会社YHC will hold “Battle of the Ice Blades 2026 Fukuoka,” a 3-on-3 ice hockey event hosted by Yushiro Hirano, in Fukuoka on June 6 and 7, 2026.
Companies mentioned：合同会社YHC、日本アイスホッケー連盟、福岡県アイスホッケー連盟、Düsseldorfer EG
Wood Design Park Yoi in Shiso, Hyogo Prefecture, will hold a pre-Golden Week flash sale for 2 days only, on April 25 and 26, 2026. Reservations of ¥10,000 or more are 10% off, making BBQ, glamping and hot springs more affordable.
Companies mentioned：ウッドデザインパーク株式会社
Actor Emily Blunt appeared wearing Dior haute couture at a gala for “The Devil Wears Prada 2” held in London.
Companies mentioned：Getty Images、クリスチャン ディオール
Bell Foods partnered with レバンガ北海道 to hold a food education program at “Levanga Kodomo BASE” on April 27, 2026. Chef Shin Shimokuni provided a special menu and shared the joy of food with children.
Companies mentioned：レバンガ北海道
Igaku-Shoin Co., Ltd. will launch Igaku-Shoin UNITAS, a medical information platform for physicians, on April 23, 2026. It will provide cross-search and access to more than 400,000 items of medical information, including books, journals and clinical articles.
Keiyo Engineering has launched the “digital button badge,” which lets fans transfer smartphone images for use in fan activities. It supports slideshows of up to 8 images and video playback, and also lets users exchange images between badges.
Companies mentioned：株式会社慶洋エンジニアリング、Amazon、楽天市場
KRAFTON JAPAN has released the Switch 2 version of survival game “Dinkum” and launched a major update to mark the 1st anniversary of the Steam version’s full release.
Companies mentioned：KRAFTON JAPAN株式会社、任天堂株式会社、Valve Corporation (Steam)
Hankyu Bus will revise fares for the “Hankyu Grand Pass 70,” a pass exclusively for people aged 70 and older, from September 1, 2026. At the same time, submitting or presenting a photo will no longer be required.
Companies mentioned：阪急阪神ホールディングス、国土交通省近畿運輸局
Preorders for re-releases of the finished “DORO Dorothy” and “DORO Cinderella” figures from the game “GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE” have opened at AmiAmi, a major hobby goods retailer.
Companies mentioned：大網株式会社、グッドスマイルアーツ上海、SHIFT UP CORP.
on flow LLC has begun offering more than 5,500 data items from its review site “Minna no Kaisen Review” free of charge via API to telecommunications providers and media outlets. The data is expected to be used to improve operations and produce articles.
NISHIKIYA KITCHEN, a specialty retort food store, is holding a festival to celebrate the 15th anniversary of its signature “Butter Chicken Curry.” The event features a limited-edition set and in-store tasting comparisons.
Companies mentioned：株式会社にしき食品
Olech & Weiss has announced its new dive watch, the Ocean Graph Mark II, co-developed with renowned freediver Siri Østbølt. With 1000m water resistance and a Swiss-made movement, it supports deep-sea activities for professionals and amateurs alike.
Companies mentioned：Ollech&Wajs Japan（オレッヒ＆ワイス ジャパン）、石岡商会株式会社
Tonkachi Co., Ltd. has launched the first collaboration collection between loungewear brand mucävä and artist Jenni Tuominen. The collection features products that combine Scandinavian design with functional materials.
Companies mentioned：QVC
ORICO has launched the OM28P, an 8-in-1 docking station with a built-in M.2 SSD enclosure. It is currently available at a special price of up to 40% off for a limited time.
Companies mentioned：ORICO、Amazon
Mitsui Fudosan and Relic have partnered to establish the Kashiwa-no-ha Co-Creation Organization within UDCK Town Management. It will provide end-to-end support for creating new businesses and building industry clusters in Kashiwa-no-ha Smart City.
Companies mentioned：三井不動産株式会社、株式会社Relic、一般社団法人 UDCK タウンマネジメント、国立大学法人東京大学、国立大学法人千葉大学、国立研究開発法人 産業技術総合研究所
Apparel brand #FR2, operated by 株式会社せーの, will open its 8th store, #FR2 Kinryu, in Yokohama's Chinatown on April 25, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社せーの
SEGA's Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble for Nintendo Switch will be available to play as much as you like through Game Trials from April 23 to 29, 2026. A 65% off sale on the digital version is also underway.
Companies mentioned：任天堂株式会社
Original三陽商会が展開するブランド「ECOALF」は、インドでの再生型農業によるコットンを100%使用した「リジェネラティブ・コットン・コレクション」を2026年4月22日に発売しました。土壌再生と環境問題解決への貢献を目指します。
Companies mentioned：三陽商会、ECOALF
Episode 5 of the survival audition show PRODUCE 101 JAPAN SHINSEKAI will be available exclusively for free on Lemino, the video streaming service operated by NTT DOCOMO. This episode features the first ranking announcement ceremony, with the top 50 advancing to the next stage. It will also reveal the traditional dance battle and the No. 1 visual pick, and offer a behind-the-scenes look at the trainees' camp life.
Companies mentioned：株式会社NTTドコモ、INI
Original東京都はAIやXRなどのデジタル技術を用いて社会課題を解決するソリューションを募集する「Tokyo Social Innovation Tech Award 2026」の募集を開始しました。大賞には300万円が授与されます。
Companies mentioned：東京都、東京都産業労働局
Lifescape Marketing has released a survey on how people spent Golden Week in 2025. More than 20% of family households said they ate dinner at home every day, showing that stay-at-home spending has taken hold.
Fisircom Inc. has launched an iOS app for Try-before-you-switch jobs, a service that lets people experience the actual work before changing jobs. It aims to prevent mismatches between job seekers and companies and offer a new way to change jobs.
Original「ミシュランガイド京都・大阪2026」が発表され、京都の「美山荘」が評価を上げて新三つ星を獲得しました。京都・大阪での新たな三つ星誕生は6年ぶりです。
Companies mentioned：ミシュラン、日本ミシュランタイヤ株式会社、美山荘、獨歩、東山 吉寿、室町 唯、徳ﾊ本也、照屋
株式会社ビタブリッドジャパン has launched Japan's first health drink combining specially formulated baking soda, citric acid and green juice, Uwasa no Juso Citric Acid Green Juice® PREMIUM. It was developed to overcome the unpleasant taste of conventional baking soda and citric acid water and make it enjoyable to drink regularly.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ビタブリッドジャパン、TPCマーケティングリサーチ、味香り戦略研究所、日本食品分析センター
Virtualex Consulting has released the 6th installment of its 2026 Customer Success Japan Market Trends and Reality Survey. It found that process standardization is key to monetization and the use of AI.
Original株式会社コスパが人気漫画『花の慶次 ―雲のかなたに―』の名台詞をデザインしたTシャツやグッズを発売。2026年6月上旬の一般発売に先駆け、5月中旬より「熊本マンガアーツ」で先行販売される。
Companies mentioned：株式会社コスパ、株式会社コアミックス
星野リゾート and Shueisha have launched a collaboration project in which 5 popular manga artists will create “travel stories” themed around Hoshino's 5 brands. The project offers readers ideas for their ideal travel destinations.
Companies mentioned：星野リゾート、株式会社集英社、ニューヨーク・タイムズ社、Netflix
The Bishop Murder Case, starring Koji Kominami, opened on April 22, 2026, at Hakuhinkan Theater in Tokyo. Based on a mystery novel by S. S. Van Dine, it follows detectives as they take on a difficult case.
Hanshin Electric Railway will hold its 2026 family open days at the Hanshin Train Learning Base. Visitors can try operating a train in a simulator and tour preserved railcars. The number of available spots has been increased to 80 groups.
Companies mentioned：阪急阪神ホールディングス株式会社
Hotel New Otani Osaka has begun selling a limited premium plan that includes special viewing seats for the fireworks and boat procession at the Tenjin Festival on July 25, 2026.
Mitsui Sumitomo Primary Life Insurance added SBI Shinsei Bank account debit as a premium payment method for its smartphone-based variable annuity insurance AHARA, effective April 23, 2026.
Companies mentioned：三井住友海上プライマリー生命保険株式会社、株式会社SBI新生銀行、株式会社みんなの銀行
Coca-Cola Bottlers Japan, Anker Japan and Ebina City in Kanagawa Prefecture have signed an agreement on providing portable power supplies during disasters. The initiative will keep vending machines at evacuation centers running and help supply beverages.
Companies mentioned：アンカー・ジャパン株式会社
Original株式会社東京衡機は、2026年6月21日にZOZOマリンスタジアムで開催される千葉ロッテマリーンズ対東北楽天ゴールデンイーグルス戦にて冠協賛試合を実施する。創業100年を超える同社が、次の100年に向けた新たな認知形成を図るための取り組み。
Companies mentioned：千葉ロッテマリーンズ、東北楽天ゴールデンイーグルス
“RHC SURF HAPPENING” will be held at the RHC Ron Herman Minatomirai store on April 29, 2026. The event will feature special collaboration items with 4 major surf brands, including BILLABONG, as well as workshops.
Companies mentioned：BILLABONG、VOLCOM、QUIKSILVER、RVCA
Original置き配スポット「トリイク」を展開する株式会社Every WiLLが、東京都の社会課題解決プロジェクト「TOKYO Co-cial IMPACT」のデモデイ登壇企業5社に選定された。宅配ドライバーの負担軽減と再配達削減を目指す。
Companies mentioned：東京都、内閣官邸、国土交通省
e-clinic held its 4th public conference at its Shinjuku clinic on March 17, 2026. A total of 32 doctors from across Japan gathered to share advanced cosmetic surgery techniques through live surgery on an actual patient.
Companies mentioned：KARIS beauty clinic、Holy Mam Clinic、東京ロイヤルクリニック
The Electronic Publishing Production and Distribution Council announced the Grand Prize and Special Awards for the 9th “Denshuryō Award 2026.” The Grand Prize went to the library catalog search service of 株式会社カーリル.
Companies mentioned：株式会社カーリル、株式会社ネットアドバンス、株式会社有隣堂、専修大学、東京電機大学
Pearl Abyss released a major update for the open-world action-adventure game “Crimson Desert” on April 23, 2026. The update significantly improves the gameplay experience with the addition of difficulty settings, a housing warehouse and new pets.
Companies mentioned：Apple、Epic Games
ベル食品工業 has released a gift box containing 3 varieties of “BELL YELL CURRY” soup curry, featuring packaging art by creators with disabilities. The products are aimed at gift shoppers for occasions such as Mother’s Day.
Companies mentioned：ベル食品工業株式会社、大丸松坂屋、ジョルジュ・キャノン社、株式会社名古屋三越 (星ヶ丘三越)
“Face Powder Cool,” a summer product from clinical skincare cosmetics brand “AMPLEUR,” will be released in a limited quantity.
Hobby retailer AmiAmi has begun accepting preorders for a soft vinyl figure of Hiromu Arakawa, author of the agricultural essay manga “Hyakusho Kizoku.”
Companies mentioned：大網株式会社、Loop’、株式会社新書館
Pacific Meta Inc. began offering businesses support for adopting and developing yen-denominated stablecoin payments, including JPYC, and AI agent payments on April 23, 2026. The company provides end-to-end assistance, from smart contract development to legal matters.
Companies mentioned：JPYC株式会社、SBIホールディングス、Startale Group
Furniture e-commerce retailer タンスのゲン has launched the “Foldable Modular Sofa,” which can be rearranged into anything from a low sofa to a bed by extending the seat and repositioning the cushions. The product offers versatile ways to create a relaxing space.
Square Enix has launched the “SQUARE ENIX GOLDEN WEEK SALE.” Featured titles include “PARANORMASIGHT,” which is on sale for the first time, and “Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven,” now available at a higher discount.
Companies mentioned：PlayStation、Nintendo、Apple、Google、X（旧Twitter）
Through a partnership between PARCO and MODE, UK music acts “Moin” and “Holy Tongue” will perform in Japan at CLUB QUATTRO venues in Tokyo and Osaka in June 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社パルコ、CLUB QUATTRO、NAKID、Newtone Records
The exhibition for the international art award “HERALBONY Art Prize 2026,” organized by HERALBONY, will open at SMBC Earth Garden on May 30. A total of 62 works, including the Grand Prize winner, will be on display.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ヘラルボニー、東京建物株式会社、三井住友銀行
Originalヒルトン大阪で、ムーミンとコラボした「サマースイーツビュッフェ ～ムーミンのトロピカル・バカンス～」が6月4日から8月30日まで開催されます。
Companies mentioned：ヒルトン大阪
Reishunkan Seiyaku is bringing back its popular POP-UP event “Bikatsu Cafe 2026 Bloom” at Tokyo Midtown Hibiya from May 8 to 10. The event will offer collaboration gifts with HERALBONY and AI skin analysis, among other features.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ヘラルボニー
株式会社クレディー will launch “Silica Time” on April 20, 2026, combining plant-derived silica with ultra-soft water from Warabi, Mino City, one of Japan’s 100 best waters.
The Yokohama City Visitors Bureau has launched “Flower Jack Journey,” a citywide promotion as part of its “Flower Harbor” tourism branding initiative. The first offering, a flower cruise, will begin operating on April 26.
Companies mentioned：公益財団法人横浜市観光協会、京浜フェリーボート株式会社
Originalメガネトップが「眼鏡市場」にて、高酸素透過率とUVカットを特徴とするオリジナル1日使い捨てコンタクトレンズ2種を2026年4月18日に発売する。
Companies mentioned：株式会社メガネトップ、フロムアイズ株式会社、株式会社アイレ
Original頼総統のアフリカ訪問の飛行許可が取り消された件で、米国が中国の圧力を批判。中国外務省は「一つの中国原則」の遵守を求め反発しました。
Companies mentioned：米国務省、中国外務省
Actress Hsieh Ying-xuan attended Singapore’s “Star Awards” as a presenter and spoke about her goals and feelings as an actor.
Taiwan’s industrial production index rose 28.68% year over year in March, reaching a record high on the back of AI demand.
Taiwan’s unemployment rate rose for the 2nd consecutive month in March, reaching 3.34%, partly due to job changes following Lunar New Year.
Companies mentioned：主計総処
王慧君, CEO of Taiwan biotech company 浩鼎 (OBI Pharma), unexpectedly announced she would step down at the end of April, sending the company’s stock to its daily limit down.
Companies mentioned：浩鼎
Connector manufacturer 佳必琪 (JPC Connectivity) was searched by the Investigation Bureau of the Ministry of Justice on suspicion of copyright law violations. The company said it would fully cooperate with the investigation and that its business would not be significantly affected.
Companies mentioned：佳必琪、法務部調査局台中市調査処
Original中東情勢による原油価格高騰を受け、台湾の行政院は5月から合法なタクシー運転手約9万人に対し最大6000台湾元のガソリン代補助を行うと発表しました。運転手工会はコスト削減に役立つと評価しています。
Companies mentioned：行政院、交通部、台湾中油（CPC）、台湾デジタルプラットフォーム予約送迎従事者産業工会、中華民国自動車運輸業運転手全国総工会
To improve mobility on narrow mountain roads, 福興宮 in Shuili Township, Nantou County, Taiwan, donated a small fire engine worth about NT$5 million to the local fire department. The vehicle will replace an aging truck and help strengthen disaster preparedness in the area.
Companies mentioned：南投縣政府消防局、福興宮、中央社
Boeing's CEO said support from the Trump administration, or the U.S. government, is essential to securing large-scale aircraft orders from China.
Companies mentioned：エアバス (Airbus)
Original台北市の南港高校で水痘（水ぼうそう）の感染者が4名出たものの、学校が休校措置を取らないことへ疑問の声が上がりました。衛生局は強制的な休校基準はないと説明しています。
Companies mentioned：台北市衛生局、台北市教育局、南港高校
Original淡江大橋のバイク専用道が狭いとの懸念に対し、公路局は開通前に可動式フェンスを設置して事故時の救援経路を確保すると発表しました。
Companies mentioned：交通部、公路局、鉄道路局
Google announced Gemini Enterprise Agent Platform, an all-in-one development platform that enables businesses to easily build and manage AI agents.
Companies mentioned：Anthropic、IDC
A power outage affected Banqiao Station and an office building housing the Financial Supervisory Commission, forcing the postponement of a regular news conference.
Companies mentioned：金融監督管理委員会
Original台湾ワクチン推進協会は「成人ワクチン接種手帳」を発行し、成人のワクチン接種率向上と正しい知識の普及を呼びかけました。
Companies mentioned：台湾ワクチン推進協会、衛生福利部疾病管制署（疾管署）、世界保健機関（WHO）、台湾大学医学院付設病院
Taiwan's government said social workers would have the same legal responsibility as doctors, and would be held liable only in cases of negligence or exceeding their discretion.
Companies mentioned：衛生福利部 (台湾)
OriginalTPUメーカーの八貫が第1四半期の決算を発表し、売上高と純利益が共に過去最高を記録しました。1株当たり利益（EPS）は2.08元でした。
Companies mentioned：八貫
Original15日、雲林県虎尾鎮の農地に軽飛行機が墜落し操縦士が負傷しました。国家運輸安全調査委員会（運安会）はこれを重大な飛行事故と認定し、調査を開始しました。
Companies mentioned：国家運輸安全調査委員会
The Taiwan dollar fell 3.5 cents against the U.S. dollar to close at NT$31.575 in Taipei foreign exchange trading on the 23rd.
Microsoft announced plans to invest US$18 billion in Australia over the next 3 years amid rising demand for AI.
Companies mentioned：Anthropic
Chinese President Xi Jinping praised Yiwu's "small commodities, big market" model as a successful example of county-level economic development and urged other areas to learn from it.
Original台南の学甲慈済宮が、国家重要無形文化財である「学甲上白礁」に関する新刊を発表しました。出版を通じて伝統的な祭りの歴史や文化を継承する目的があります。
Companies mentioned：学甲慈済宮、文化部
In a case in which Wu, a village chief in Lukang Township, Changhua County, beat his wife to death, a citizen judge panel at the Changhua District Court sentenced him to 13 years in prison for murder.
Companies mentioned：彰化地方法院、彰化地方檢察署
Original花蓮の沖合でホエールウォッチング船が男性の漂流遺体を発見し、海巡署が収容して身元の確認を進めている。
Companies mentioned：多羅滿賞鯨公司、海巡署、黑潮海洋文教基金會
Connector maker SINBON, 信邦（SINBON）, announced plans to invest a total of NT$5 billion in its Tongluo plant and a new site in Taichung, anticipating increased demand related to AI.
Companies mentioned：信邦電子（SINBON Electronics）、進欣昱公司
A passenger car crashed into a rail cart on the Alishan Forest Railway after forcing its way through a railway crossing in Chiayi City, injuring 1 worker.
Companies mentioned：林業及自然保育署阿里山林業鐵路及文化資產管理處（林鐵處）
Heavy electrical equipment maker 中興電工 is expected to post record results again in 2026, driven by demand from AI data centers and plans to strengthen the power grid. Its order backlog has reached NT$43.1 billion.
Companies mentioned：台湾電力 (台電)
Taiwan's Control Yuan urged the Ministry of Labor to bring domestic labor standards in line with international norms. Legal amendments are underway following U.S. authorities' restrictions on bicycle giant Giant over suspected forced labor.
Companies mentioned：巨大集団 (Giant Group)
Economics Minister Kung Ming-hsin declined to comment on reports that former deputy general manager Kuo Tien-ho would become the next head of Taiwan Power Co. (Taipower). He praised the incumbent and deflected questions about the appointment, saying, "Next question."
Companies mentioned：台湾電力 (台電)、行政院