https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260426-00/index-en.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 8 items from 1 source; Japan, 3 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/20260426-00/index-en.html#n224363https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260426-00/index-en.html#n224363Sun, 26 Apr 2026 01:45:29 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAU.S. President Donald Trump unilaterally canceled planned talks between the United States and Iran in Islamabad, Pakistan. He said the United States had the upper hand and there was no need to fly 18 hours for pointless discussions, and also cited divisions within Iran’s leadership. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260426-00/index-en.html#n224362https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260426-00/index-en.html#n224362Sun, 26 Apr 2026 01:11:26 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said a tanker had been hijacked off the coast of Somalia and taken into the country’s territorial waters. A resurgence of piracy is further increasing the risks of navigation in the Red Sea. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260426-00/index-en.html#n224360https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260426-00/index-en.html#n224360Sun, 26 Apr 2026 00:46:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIranian Foreign Minister Araghchi left Islamabad, which he had visited for “indirect talks” with a U.S. envoy. The Pakistan-mediated talks aim to ease tensions between the United States and Iran. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260426-00/index-en.html#n224361https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260426-00/index-en.html#n224361Sun, 26 Apr 2026 00:44:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA drone crashed in Romania, a NATO member, following a Russian attack on Ukraine, prompting British fighter jets to scramble. The incident led more than 200 people to evacuate and caused damage to power facilities and some homes. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260426-00/index-en.html#n224357https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260426-00/index-en.html#n224357Sun, 26 Apr 2026 00:15:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA man surnamed Li was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after attacking a 3-year-old Filipino girl without provocation at Taipei Main Station. Prosecutors sought his detention, which the court approved, citing the risk of reoffending or fleeing. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260426-00/index-en.html#n224358https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260426-00/index-en.html#n224358Sun, 26 Apr 2026 00:00:13 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan President Lai Ching-te’s planned visit to Eswatini was postponed due to Chinese interference, but Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung arrived in Eswatini as a special envoy. He emphasized Taiwan’s determination to overcome difficulties and engage with the world. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260426-00/index-en.html#n224359https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260426-00/index-en.html#n224359Sat, 25 Apr 2026 23:58:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA man in his 30s attacked a 中国信託銀行 branch in Taipei with a BB gun and a fake grenade and was arrested by police. Financial pressure was cited as the motive, and the Taipei District Court ordered his detention and prohibited visits. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260426-00/index-en.html#n224354https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260426-00/index-en.html#n224354Sat, 25 Apr 2026 23:46:29 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAs a U.S. delegation visited Pakistan, Iran said it had no plans to meet with the U.S. side through Pakistan and would not accept excessive demands. The conflict has entered its 9th week, driving up energy prices and fueling inflation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260426-00/index-en.html#n224355https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260426-00/index-en.html#n224355Sat, 25 Apr 2026 23:59:00 +0900JapanPR TIMESOn the final day of “Daicel Blind Soccer Week 2026 in Umekita,” Japan lost 0-1 to China in the IBSA Blind Soccer Men’s Asian Championships and finished as runner-up. China also won the women’s tournament, with Japan finishing as runner-up. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260426-00/index-en.html#n224356https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260426-00/index-en.html#n224356Sat, 25 Apr 2026 23:56:51 +0900JapanPR TIMESインフィニスパーク and CEL-ENA have opened applications for “美々肌診断,” an app co-developed by the companies in which AI character “美々ちゃん” analyzes skin and provides personalized skincare advice. The app incorporates expert knowledge of the regenerative beauty ingredients NMN and SCS, helping users address skin concerns with ease. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260426-00/index-en.html#n224353https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260426-00/index-en.html#n224353Sat, 25 Apr 2026 23:24:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “Street Performance Expo 2026,” one of Japan’s largest street performance events, will be held at Nerima Castle Ruins Park in Tokyo from May 2 to 6, 2026. Popular statue performer 舞夢男爵 is set to appear on the Night stage, drawing attention. The event supports the local community, and admission is free except for some paid performances.