# AI News 180m Report｜2026-04-28 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 6 of 6

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 479 items from 2 sources; Taiwan, 91 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Qinzhou, Guangxi, hit by heaviest rainfall in 10 years; hundreds of cars flooded, residents travel by boat

- Published: 2026-04-28T16:21:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202604280209.aspx
- anchor: #n251174
- Companies mentioned: 香港01、極目新聞、中国天気

The strongest torrential rain in 10 years hit Qinzhou, in China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Rainfall reached 323.4 mm in 24 hours, causing severe flooding in urban areas and forcing residents to travel by boat.

## Final installment of writer Lin Chien-yun's Betrayal trilogy wins Wu Yong-fu Literary Award

- Published: 2026-04-28T16:20:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202604280208.aspx
- anchor: #n251175
- Companies mentioned: 巫永福文化基金会、九歌出版社、國立台北藝術大學、遠流出版公司、玉山社

Writer Lin Chien-yun won the Wu Yong-fu Literary Prize for the epic novel “Betrayal: The Final Volume of the Betrayal Trilogy.” Chiu Kun-liang won the literary criticism award and Wang Jing-hong the cultural criticism award. The ceremony will be held on May 23.

## Long-braid ad angers Chinese consumers; French fashion brand Lemaire apologizes

- Published: 2026-04-28T16:20:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202604280198.aspx
- anchor: #n251185
- Companies mentioned: Hermès（エルメス）、南方都市報

French fashion brand Lemaire apologized and deleted content after facing criticism that elements such as pigtails in an advertisement for the Chinese market evoked cultural humiliation.

## Police bust underground counterfeit luxury-watch factory; value of infringed goods exceeds NT$80 million

- Published: 2026-04-28T16:17:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604280207.aspx
- anchor: #n251176
- Companies mentioned: Rolex、Patek Philippe、Richard Mille

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## Third Nuclear Power Plant license-renewal briefing held in Hengchun; public comments focus on safety and nuclear waste

- Published: 2026-04-28T16:13:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604280206.aspx
- anchor: #n251177
- Companies mentioned: 地球公民基金会、EPRI（米国電力研究院）

Taiwan’s Nuclear Safety Commission held a public briefing in Hengchun on renewing the operating license for the third nuclear power plant. Residents voiced a series of concerns about safety and the final disposal of nuclear waste.

## Man accused of abducting and abusing victim in mountain revenge attack tied to temple feud sentenced to 1 year and 10 months by Qiaotou District Court

- Published: 2026-04-28T16:13:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604280205.aspx
- anchor: #n251178

The Ciaotou District Court sentenced a man surnamed Tseng to 1 year and 10 months in prison for abducting and abusing someone in the mountains in an act of revenge at a Kaohsiung temple, in a case involving 8 boys who conspired with him.

## Lions' Lin An-ko goes hitless with 1 strikeout in 4 at-bats; Seibu lineup held in check in loss to the Fighters

- Published: 2026-04-28T16:11:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604280204.aspx
- anchor: #n251179
- Companies mentioned: 西武ライオンズ、北海道日本ハムファイターズ

西武ライオンズの台湾人選手、林安可は今日の試合で4打数無安打に終わり、チームは日本ハムファイターズに2対1で敗れました。日本ハムは9回にカストロ選手のソロホームランで勝ち越しました。

## Three major institutional investors sell a net NT$34.102 billion in Taiwan stocks

- Published: 2026-04-28T16:11:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604280203.aspx
- anchor: #n251180

台湾株式市場は28日、94.9ポイント下落し、終値は39521.73ポイント、取引額は1兆2.96億台湾ドルでした。三大法人（外国人投資家、国内機関投資家、自己勘定取引業者）の合計売買は341.02億台湾ドルの売り越しとなりました。

## Nikkei falls after retreating from record high, closes lower amid volatility

- Published: 2026-04-28T16:10:39+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604280202.aspx
- anchor: #n251181
- Companies mentioned: 日本銀行

After the Nikkei 225 hit a record 6万 points yesterday, it fell to close lower today amid volatile trading. Profit-taking at high levels and market assessments of 日本銀行’s monetary policy decision affected market fluctuations.

## Case of 11-year-old boy found dead in Kyoto: police take stepfather back to scene for identification

- Published: 2026-04-28T16:09:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604280201.aspx
- anchor: #n251182
- Companies mentioned: NHK、京都新聞

In the murder case of an 11-year-old boy in Nantan, Kyoto Prefecture, police today took the arrested stepfather, suspect Yuki Adachi, to a public toilet and nearby areas believed to be connected to the disposal of the body and conducted an on-site investigation.

## Ministry of Economic Affairs steps up action against origin laundering; switches whistleblower rewards to cash to encourage reporting

- Published: 2026-04-28T16:08:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604280196.aspx
- anchor: #n251187

The International Trade Administration of the Ministry of Economic Affairs announced plans to amend the law to strengthen enforcement against false claims of origin. It would replace the current rewards of certificates and trophies for informants with an incentive payment equal to 20% of the total fines, aiming to encourage public reporting and broaden the pool of information sources.

## Founder of Sandi Group accused of stock manipulation; Kaohsiung prosecutors file additional charges against 9 people

- Published: 2026-04-28T16:06:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604280200.aspx
- anchor: #n251183
- Companies mentioned: 三地集団、北基国際股份有限公司、開陽能源、高雄客運

台湾の三地集団（Sandi Group）創設者、鍾嘉村氏ら9人が、傘下企業の株価を不正に操作し、約3698万台湾ドルの不法利益を得たとして追加起訴された。

## China blocks foreign acquisition of Manus; Global Times says there is no extraterritorial jurisdiction

- Published: 2026-04-28T16:04:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202604280199.aspx
- anchor: #n251184
- Companies mentioned: Manus、Meta、環球時報、Butterfly Effect公司

中国はAIスタートアップManusの外資による買収を禁止し、環球時報はこれを「長腕管轄」ではないと主張しました。この決定は、戦略技術分野における国家安全保障の強化という国際的な動向と一致すると説明されています。

## Restoration of painted works at Lukang Dizangwang Temple completed, blending historic site with the beauty of calligraphy

- Published: 2026-04-28T16:01:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202604280195.aspx
- anchor: #n251188

The Changhua County Government announced the completion of a restoration project for the painted decorations at Lukang Dizangwang Temple, a county-designated historic site. The project began in July 2024 and was completed in January this year. It restored faded and cracked paintings and incorporated calligraphy by a local calligrapher.

## Jokic's triple-double keeps Nuggets alive; Denver beats Timberwolves to preserve slim hopes

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:58:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604280197.aspx
- anchor: #n251186
- Companies mentioned: デンバー・ナゲッツ、ミネソタ・ティンバーウルブズ、ユタ・ジャズ、ロサンゼルス・クリッパーズ

The NBA’s デンバー・ナゲッツ beat the ミネソタ・ティンバーウルブズ 125-113, powered by Nikola Jokic’s triple-double and Jones’s performance. The win kept Denver from elimination in the first round of the Western Conference playoffs and made the series 2-3.

## Taiwan stocks briefly top 40,000 before retreating; TSMC comes under late-session selling pressure, closes at NT$2,215

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:56:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604280190.aspx
- anchor: #n251086
- Companies mentioned: 台積電（TSMC）、聯發科（MediaTek）、鴻海（Foxconn）、旺宏（Macronix）、南亞科、環球晶

Taiwan’s stock market briefly broke through the 4万-point threshold, but selling pressure on TSMC pushed the close down to 3万9521.73 points. MediaTek surged, while semiconductor materials stocks were weak.

## Taipei Medical University system launches in Eswatini, helping transform healthcare into smart clinics

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:56:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604280193.aspx
- anchor: #n251083
- Companies mentioned: 台北医学大学、エスワティニ現地病院、台湾政府

The TAIP-X smart healthcare platform developed by 台北医学大学 has been introduced in Eswatini, an African ally. It has digitized paper-based medical services, shortening patient wait times and preventing medication errors.

## Ma Shih-yuan: Learn from Okinawa's experience to strengthen disaster prevention and response systems on outlying islands

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:52:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604280194.aspx
- anchor: #n251082
- Companies mentioned: 沖縄県産業振興公社

Taiwan’s Ministry of the Interior held a symposium to learn from Okinawa’s experience and strengthen disaster preparedness and emergency medical evacuation capabilities on outlying islands. Deputy Minister Ma Shih-yuan said the ministry aims to build support systems for islands such as Penghu and Kinmen, drawing on examples from Ishigaki City and elsewhere.

## Energy challenge looms for air-conditioning-heavy Singapore; government promotes 25-degree temperature setting to save energy

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:51:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604280189.aspx
- anchor: #n251087
- Companies mentioned: シンガポール持続可能性・環境省、中央通信社

In response to rising international energy prices, the Singapore government has begun energy-saving measures, including raising air-conditioning settings in government offices to 25 degrees or higher. It is also asking the public to cooperate and announced an increase in vouchers to help people buy energy-efficient appliances.

## Blue-white alliance poll for New Taipei mayoral election released; Lee Szu-chuan leads

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:50:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604280191.aspx
- anchor: #n251085
- Companies mentioned: 国民党、民衆党

新北市長選挙に向けた国民党と民衆党の「藍白合（野党協力）」民論調査の結果が発表され、元台北副市長の李四川氏が民衆党の黄国昌主席を抑えて勝利しました。これにより、野党連合の候補者として李氏が擁立される見通しとなりました。

## Malacca Strait is a key shipping route; Malaysian scholar says future potential variables warrant attention

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:47:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604280192.aspx
- anchor: #n251084
- Companies mentioned: UNCLOS、UKM (Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia)

A Malaysian scholar has highlighted the strategic importance and potential risks of the Strait of Malacca. Amid rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, the scholar stressed that international law and regional cooperation are essential to maintaining the stability of an energy supply route for East Asia.

## Legislature schedules review of Air Pollution Control Act amendments; Cho Jung-tai urges ruling and opposition parties to consider the national interest

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:41:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604280188.aspx
- anchor: #n251088
- Companies mentioned: 経済部、中華民国全国工業総会（工総）、立法院

Taiwan is deliberating a bill to amend the Air Pollution Control Act, but industry is concerned about serious impacts on power supplies and supply chains. Premier Cho Jung-tai called for unified standards between central and local governments.

## Accused of employment discrimination, Taipei First Girls High School says it required vendors to comply with labor laws

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:41:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604280187.aspx
- anchor: #n251089
- Companies mentioned: 台湾労働派遣産業工会、民主進歩党

Contract workers at Taipei First Girls High School have complained of low wages, excessive workloads and stress caused by unfair management. Taipei city councilors and others called for improvements over suspected employment discrimination. The school countered that it ensures its contractor complies with the law.

## Opposition lawmakers propose making universal cash payouts law; Cho Jung-tai: a net loss for the country

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:38:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604280186.aspx
- anchor: #n251090
- Companies mentioned: 行政院、立法院、民進党

Premier Cho Jung-tai of 行政院 voiced opposition to the opposition's proposal to legislate a universal cash payout of surplus tax revenue (“returning tax revenue to the people”), saying it “would lead to excessive debt and stall infrastructure construction, so it is not in the country's best interests.”

## China's university graduate numbers hit a record high; Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security says employment challenge is growing

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:29:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202604280185.aspx
- anchor: #n251091
- Companies mentioned: 中国人力資源社会保障部、中国教育部、中宣部

The number of college graduates in China is expected to reach a record 12.7 million this year. The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security acknowledged that the task of promoting employment has become more challenging and said it would support employment by providing subsidies to companies and internship opportunities, and promoting a spirit of striving among young people.

## Musk wants X to become an everything app, offers discounts to promote X Money payment system

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:29:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604280184.aspx
- anchor: #n251092
- Companies mentioned: Tesla、Visa、Reuters、CNBC、Bloomberg、SoFi Technologies、LendingClub Corp、PayPal、xAI

Elon Musk will begin public beta testing of the financial system X Money next month as part of his effort to turn the social media platform X into an “everything app.” The service is offering unusually generous perks, including 3% cash back and savings deposits with 6% interest, as it aims to make a full-fledged entry into the payments market.

## China orders ban; Meta reportedly preparing to withdraw its acquisition of Manus

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:27:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604280183.aspx
- anchor: #n250995
- Companies mentioned: Meta Platforms、Manus、Benchmark、Tencent (騰訊)、HSG、ZhenFund (真格基金)

It has emerged that Chinese authorities rejected Meta's proposed acquisition of AI startup Manus on national security grounds, and that Meta is preparing to withdraw its bid. China is stepping up scrutiny of U.S. investment in Chinese companies, and the deal, worth $2 billion, is expected to be scrapped.

## Zhongzheng First Precinct policewoman dies after childbirth; autopsy scheduled for this morning to determine cause of death

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:24:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604280182.aspx
- anchor: #n250996
- Companies mentioned: 台北市警察局中正第一分局、新北市立聯合医院、台北馬偕医院

A female police officer with Taipei City's Zhongzheng First Precinct died from severe postpartum bleeding. Fundraising drives are being held by a family support center and within the police force. Her family suspects a delay in getting her to the hospital, and prosecutors conducted an autopsy.

## Defending champion Thunder sweep Suns in 4 games, become first to reach second round of playoffs [Video]

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:24:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202604280176.aspx
- anchor: #n251002
- Companies mentioned: オクラホマシティ・サンダー、フェニックス・サンズ、ロサンゼルス・レイカーズ、ヒューストン・ロケッツ、NBA、AP通信

NBA昨季王者のオクラホマシティ・サンダーが、フェニックス・サンズを4勝0敗で下し、プレーオフ第2ラウンド進出を一番乗りで決めた。エースのSGAが31得点を挙げる活躍を見せた。

## 36歲男醫院內突掐1女脖子奪包包 嘉檢強盜罪起訴

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:23:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604280181.aspx
- anchor: #n250997
- Companies mentioned: 嘉義地方検察署

A 36-year-old man strangled a woman he did not know at a hospital in Chiayi City, rendering her unconscious, then stole her bag. The Chiayi District Prosecutors Office indicted him on a robbery charge.

## Man accused of attempted upskirt filming in National Taipei University men's restroom denies guilt; sentenced to 6 months

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:22:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604280180.aspx
- anchor: #n250998
- Companies mentioned: 台北大学、新北地方法院、中央社

A man who tried to secretly film another person using the men's restroom at 台北大学 was sentenced to 6 months in prison by the New Taipei District Court. He denied the charge, citing poor health, but was found guilty based on the evidence.

## 428兒童保護日 雲林府會與家扶宣示打造安全環境

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:21:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604280171.aspx
- anchor: #n251007
- Companies mentioned: 雲林家扶中心 (家扶基金会)、雲林県政府、雲林県議会

In response to about 2000 child protection and sexual violence cases occurring annually in Yunlin County, the county government and a local child welfare center declared their commitment to creating a safe environment on Children's Protection Day. They sounded the alarm over a sharp rise in online sexual exploitation through social media in particular.

## Chiang Wan-an reports slightly lower bank deposits; Lee Szu-chuan places 17 land holdings in trust

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:16:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604280179.aspx
- anchor: #n250999
- Companies mentioned: 監察院、国民党、鴻海、華邦電、国票金、南紡、中央社

Taiwan's 監察院 released the latest asset declarations. Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an had about 33.05 million Taiwan dollars in bank deposits, a slight decrease. Lee Sichuan, a candidate for the next New Taipei City mayoral election, was found to have placed numerous plots of land in trust.

## DPP: Don't let arms procurement bill remain stalled; Taiwan's defense capabilities are facing a gap

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:14:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604280178.aspx
- anchor: #n251000
- Companies mentioned: 国民党、民衆党、民進党

Taiwan's 民進党 criticized the opposition parties, 国民党 and 民衆党, for using procedural tactics to obstruct deliberations on a special defense bill. It expressed concern that delays in the military procurement budget would undermine Taiwan's credibility with the international community and leave gaps in its defenses.

## CPC Politburo holds meeting to study economic conditions and stresses boosting confidence

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:11:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202604280177.aspx
- anchor: #n251001

China's Communist Party Central Political Bureau held a meeting on the economic situation, chaired by General Secretary Xi Jinping. While recognizing the economy's strong start, it emphasized specific measures to sustain growth, including expanding domestic demand, promoting the use of AI and stabilizing the real estate market.

## 5月電子期跌 金融期漲

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:10:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604280175.aspx
- anchor: #n251003
- Companies mentioned: 台湾先物取引所 (TAIFEX)

28日の台北株式市場は下落し、終値は39,521.73ポイント。5月の電子先物は下落した一方、金融先物は上昇し、現物価格に対してはいずれもプラス乖離となりました。

## 5月台股期指跌172點

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:10:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604280174.aspx
- anchor: #n251004
- Companies mentioned: 台湾期貨交易所（TAIFEX）

2026年4月28日の台北株式市場で、5月限の台株指数先物は前日比172ポイント安の39,749ポイントで取引を終えた。現物指数とのプラス乖離（順ザヤ）は227.27ポイントとなっている。

## National Development Fund leads investments totaling NT$10 billion in SMEs, helping more than 100 companies go public

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:09:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604280173.aspx
- anchor: #n251005
- Companies mentioned: 国家発展基金（NDF）、経済部中小及新創企業署、虎山実業、緯恩工業

Taiwan's National Development Fund has stepped up support for small and medium-sized businesses, investing 11.3 billion Taiwan dollars to date. Together with private investment, it has helped 109 companies pursue IPOs or listings and generated 5.37 billion dollars in profits. The second-phase plan will focus on semiconductors and AI.

## India's economy affected by Middle East war; 野村證券: growth to slow in the short term

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:08:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604280172.aspx
- anchor: #n251006
- Companies mentioned: 野村證券、インド経済時報、中央社

野村證券 forecasts that tensions in the Middle East will temporarily slow India's economic growth in fiscal 2027. Growth for the full year is expected to be just 6.8%. A recovery is expected in the second half, but rising energy prices pose a risk.

## Trump again overhauls independent agencies; all members of National Science Board dismissed

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:03:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604280170.aspx
- anchor: #n251008
- Companies mentioned: 国家科学委員会 (NSB)、国家科学基金会 (NSF)、ホワイトハウス、南カリフォルニア大学、ヴァンダービルト大学

The Trump administration dismissed all 22 members of the National Science Board, which oversees the National Science Foundation (NSF). The move is seen as part of efforts to step up pressure on independent agencies, prompting disappointment in the scientific community.

## Taiwan stocks fall 94.9 points

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:01:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604280169.aspx
- anchor: #n251009
- Companies mentioned: 旺宏 (Macronix)、華邦電 (Winbond)、南亜科 (Nanya Tech)、元大台湾50正2、台光電 (EMC)

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## Bullying and knife incident reported at elementary school in Fengshan, Kaohsiung; Education Bureau launches investigation

- Published: 2026-04-28T14:59:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604280168.aspx
- anchor: #n251010
- Companies mentioned: 高雄市教育局

An alleged bullying incident occurred at an elementary school in Fengshan District, Kaohsiung City, in which a student reportedly took out a box cutter and threatened another student. The Education Bureau and the school have launched an investigation and are providing security camera footage and emotional support for the affected student.

## Cho Jung-tai: We expect to know by July whether Taiwan-U.S. tariff talks have yielded results

- Published: 2026-04-28T14:56:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604280167.aspx
- anchor: #n251011
- Companies mentioned: 行政院経貿談判弁公室 (OTN)

As a U.S. Supreme Court ruling affects the Taiwan-U.S. trade agreement (ART), Premier Cho Jung-tai said a final outcome in tariff negotiations is expected around July, following hearings on U.S. Section 301 investigations and other matters. The aim is to eliminate uncertainty for industry and secure the preferential measures originally offered.

## 台股翻黑跌94點收39521點 台積電下挫50元

- Published: 2026-04-28T14:55:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604280166.aspx
- anchor: #n250850
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、聯發科、威剛

Taiwan's stock market fell back after surpassing 40,000 points on April 28, 2026, closing at 39,521.73 points.

## Haneda Airport introduces robots to load and unload cargo, aiming to ease ground staff workload

- Published: 2026-04-28T14:55:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ait/202604280162.aspx
- anchor: #n250854
- Companies mentioned: 日本航空 (Japan Airlines)、GMOインターネットグループ、GMO AIR (GMO AI & Robotics)

日本航空（JAL）とGMO AIRは、羽田空港で人型ロボットを用いた貨物装卸の実証実験を5月から開始します。労働力不足解消のため、3年かけてロボットによる地上のハンドリング業務の自動化を検証します。

## Hong Yi expands into AI system integration, targets market for TWS earbuds that assist hearing

- Published: 2026-04-28T14:53:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202604280165.aspx
- anchor: #n250851
- Companies mentioned: 弘憶國際、Realtek、Philips

弘憶国際 announced it is shifting from electronic components distribution to AI systems integration and entering the TWS hearing-assistance market.

## Australian graphite processing plant for battery materials opens, loosening China's grip on the market

- Published: 2026-04-28T14:47:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202604280164.aspx
- anchor: #n250852
- Companies mentioned: EXIM (米国進出口銀行)、mining.com.au

The Graphinex graphite processing materials plant has begun operations in Queensland, Australia. This marks an important step toward breaking China's hold over 80% of the battery materials supply chain.

## County government promotes “Taitung: One Visit Is Not Enough”; NT$2,500 discount per person for stays of 5 nights

- Published: 2026-04-28T14:47:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604280163.aspx
- anchor: #n250853
- Companies mentioned: Amazing Taitung 台東就醬玩

台東県政府は5月1日から、5連泊で1人2500元を割り引く個人向けプランと、最大4万5000元を補助する団体向けプランを開始する。低炭素で深みのある観光を促進し、熱気球フェスなどのイベントと連動させる。

## 澎湖區漁會 allocates public welfare funds to help students travel to Taiwan for interviews and ease their financial burden

- Published: 2026-04-28T14:46:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604280160.aspx
- anchor: #n250856
- Companies mentioned: 澎湖區漁會、馬公高中

The Penghu Fishermen's Association donated public-interest funds to Magong Senior High School to help cover transportation costs for island students taking entrance interviews.

## Grandma Mary, a black bear at Shoushan Zoo, dies in her sleep

- Published: 2026-04-28T14:45:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604280161.aspx
- anchor: #n250855
- Companies mentioned: 中央社

Shoushan Zoo in Kaohsiung City announced that Mary (瑪莉), a veteran Asiatic black bear over 30 years old, has died peacefully in her sleep. She had lived at the zoo since 2020 and was beloved by many visitors.

## ChatGPT solves exam questions from the University of Tokyo and Kyoto University, scoring higher than the human top scorer

- Published: 2026-04-28T14:42:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ait/202604280159.aspx
- anchor: #n250857
- Companies mentioned: OpenAI、Life Prompt、河合塾、産経新聞

OpenAI's latest AI, ChatGPT-5.2 Thinking, achieved results surpassing those of top successful applicants in entrance exams for the University of Tokyo and Kyoto University. It showed remarkable progress from failing every subject 2 years ago, earning a perfect score in mathematics in particular.

## May Day approaches, labor groups call for higher unemployment benefits and attention to Indigenous workers killed or injured on the job

- Published: 2026-04-28T14:41:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202604280155.aspx
- anchor: #n250861
- Companies mentioned: 行政院、五一工會聯盟、工傷協會

On April 28, 2026, ahead of May Day, Taiwan labor groups petitioned outside 行政院, calling for higher unemployment benefits and improved safety for Indigenous workers.

## New Taipei holds flood prevention drill; Hou Yu-ih: shift from passive response to proactive warnings

- Published: 2026-04-28T14:41:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202604280156.aspx
- anchor: #n250860

New Taipei City held its "115年度防汛演習," incorporating AI and XR technologies. The city aims to move from conventional reactive responses to proactive disaster preparedness integrating AI early warnings and XR remote operation, cutting response times by more than 2 hours.

## Driver who killed male college student in DUI hit-and-run gets 10 years in second trial; victim’s father, a news anchor, to appeal

- Published: 2026-04-28T14:38:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202604280158.aspx
- anchor: #n250858
- Companies mentioned: 台中高分院

A man who killed a university student while driving under the influence and then fled the scene was sentenced to 10 years in prison, a sentence upheld on appeal.

## Agriculture Ministry promotes quality agricultural product certification; partners with FamilyMart to promote CAS rice balls

- Published: 2026-04-28T14:30:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202604280157.aspx
- anchor: #n250859
- Companies mentioned: 全家便利商店 (FamilyMart)

Taiwan's Ministry of Agriculture partnered with FamilyMart (FamilyMart) to launch "CAS rice balls and hand-rolled sushi" made with domestically grown rice certified under the CAS system at 4,461 stores nationwide. The initiative aims to promote local consumption and build trust.

## Securities Report - 11th Fiscal Year (2025/02/01-2026/01/31)

- Published: 2026-04-28T17:02:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC11%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F02%2F01%EF%BC%8D2026%2F01%2F31)-2026-04-28%2017%3A02
- anchor: #n253720
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ノースサンド

株式会社ノースサンド published its securities report for the 11th fiscal year (from Feb. 1, 2025, to Jan. 31, 2026). The important annual report discloses the company's management condition, financial performance and business risk indicators to stakeholders.

## Annual Securities Report — 42nd Fiscal Year (2025/02/01–2026/01/31)

- Published: 2026-04-28T16:39:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC42%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F02%2F01%EF%BC%8D2026%2F01%2F31)-2026-04-28%2016%3A39
- anchor: #n253617
- Companies mentioned: IP Infusion Inc.、住友商事

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## Amended Securities Report - 40th Fiscal Year (2024/04/01-2025/03/31)

- Published: 2026-04-28T16:13:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E8%A8%82%E6%AD%A3%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC40%E6%9C%9F(2024%2F04%2F01%EF%BC%8D2025%2F03%2F31)-2026-04-28%2016%3A13
- anchor: #n251191
- Companies mentioned: ｎｍｓホールディングス株式会社、日本マニュファクチャリングサービス

ｎｍｓホールディングス株式会社 filed an amended securities report for its 40th fiscal year. The revisions ensure the accuracy of disclosures by correcting the information presented.

## Securities Report – 67th Fiscal Period (2025/02/01–2026/01/31)

- Published: 2026-04-28T16:12:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC67%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F02%2F01%EF%BC%8D2026%2F01%2F31)-2026-04-28%2016%3A12
- anchor: #n251190
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社オーエムツーネットワーク、エスフーズ株式会社

株式会社オーエムツーネットワーク published its securities report for the 67th fiscal year, confirming improved profitability in meat retail and prepared-food sales.

## Securities Report - 10th Fiscal Year (2025/02/01-2026/01/31)

- Published: 2026-04-28T16:00:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC10%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F02%2F01%EF%BC%8D2026%2F01%2F31)-2026-04-28%2016%3A00
- anchor: #n251189
- Companies mentioned: ＨＵＭＡＮ ＭＡＤＥ株式会社、OTUMO株式会社

ＨＵＭＡＮ ＭＡＤＥ株式会社 filed its securities report for the 10th fiscal year. The report confirmed the continued growth of its original brand development, led by NIGO, and its expansion in global markets.

## Securities Report (Domestic Investment Securities)－1st fiscal year (2025/04/01－2026/01/31)

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:52:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%88%E5%86%85%E5%9B%BD%E6%8A%95%E8%B3%87%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%EF%BC%89%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC1%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F04%2F01%EF%BC%8D2026%2F01%2F31)-2026-04-28%2015%3A52
- anchor: #n251101
- Companies mentioned: 霞ヶ関ホテルリート投資法人、霞ヶ関キャピタル

霞ヶ関ホテルリート投資法人 filed its 1st securities report. It disclosed the first-year results of its REIT specializing in hotel assets.

## Amended Securities Report－39th fiscal year (2023/04/01－2024/03/31)

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:52:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E8%A8%82%E6%AD%A3%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC39%E6%9C%9F(2023%2F04%2F01%EF%BC%8D2024%2F03%2F31)-2026-04-28%2015%3A52
- anchor: #n251100
- Companies mentioned: ｎｍｓホールディングス株式会社

nmsホールディングス filed an amended securities report for the 39th fiscal year, accurately correcting previously disclosed information.

## Securities Report (Domestic Trust Beneficiary Certificates, etc.)－1st fiscal year (2025/06/17－2026/01/31)

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:37:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%88%E5%86%85%E5%9B%BD%E4%BF%A1%E8%A8%97%E5%8F%97%E7%9B%8A%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E7%AD%89%EF%BC%89%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC1%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F06%2F17%EF%BC%8D2026%2F01%2F31)-2026-04-28%2015%3A37
- anchor: #n251099
- Companies mentioned: スターツ信託株式会社、スターツグループ

スターツ信託株式会社 filed its 1st securities report, reporting on the management results related to trust beneficiary certificates.

## Annual Securities Report (Domestic Investment Securities) — 21st Period (2025/08/01–2026/01/31)

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:35:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%88%E5%86%85%E5%9B%BD%E6%8A%95%E8%B3%87%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%EF%BC%89%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC21%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F08%2F01%EF%BC%8D2026%2F01%2F31)-2026-04-28%2015%3A35
- anchor: #n251098
- Companies mentioned: サムティ・レジデンシャル投資法人

サムティ・レジデンシャル投資法人 filed its 21st securities report, disclosing the management of its nationwide rental housing portfolio.

## Amended Securities Report－87th fiscal year (2024/04/01－2025/03/31)

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:33:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E8%A8%82%E6%AD%A3%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC87%E6%9C%9F(2024%2F04%2F01%EF%BC%8D2025%2F03%2F31)-2026-04-28%2015%3A33
- anchor: #n251097
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社岡三証券グループ

岡三証券グループ filed an amended securities report for the 87th fiscal year, refining its disclosures.

## Securities Report (Domestic Investment Securities)－18th fiscal year (2025/08/01－2026/01/31)

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:32:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%88%E5%86%85%E5%9B%BD%E6%8A%95%E8%B3%87%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%EF%BC%89%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC18%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F08%2F01%EF%BC%8D2026%2F01%2F31)-2026-04-28%2015%3A32
- anchor: #n251096
- Companies mentioned: エスコンジャパンリート投資法人

エスコンジャパンリート投資法人 filed its 18th securities report, reporting operating results from August 2025 to January 2026.

## Securities Report (Domestic Investment Securities)－41st fiscal year (2025/08/01－2026/01/31)

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:32:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%88%E5%86%85%E5%9B%BD%E6%8A%95%E8%B3%87%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%EF%BC%89%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC41%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F08%2F01%EF%BC%8D2026%2F01%2F31)-2026-04-28%2015%3A32
- anchor: #n251095
- Companies mentioned: 日本ロジスティクスファンド投資法人、三井物産

日本ロジスティクスファンド投資法人 filed its 41st securities report, reporting on the stability of its logistics facility operations.

## Annual Securities Report — 26th Fiscal Year (2025/02/01–2026/01/31)

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:31:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC26%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F02%2F01%EF%BC%8D2026%2F01%2F31)-2026-04-28%2015%3A31
- anchor: #n251094
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アピリッツ

株式会社アピリッツ filed its 26th securities report, reporting on the growth and financial condition of its IT and gaming businesses.

## Securities Report (Domestic Investment Securities)－9th fiscal year (2025/08/01－2026/01/31)

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:30:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%88%E5%86%85%E5%9B%BD%E6%8A%95%E8%B3%87%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%EF%BC%89%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC9%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F08%2F01%EF%BC%8D2026%2F01%2F31)-2026-04-28%2015%3A30
- anchor: #n251093
- Companies mentioned: 東海道リート投資法人

東海道リート投資法人 filed its 9th securities report, disclosing its operations focused on the Tokaido region.

## Securities Report－8th fiscal year (2025/02/01－2026/01/31)

- Published: 2026-04-28T15:20:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
- Original: https://api.edinet-fsa.go.jp/article/%E6%9C%89%E4%BE%A1%E8%A8%BC%E5%88%B8%E5%A0%B1%E5%91%8A%E6%9B%B8%EF%BC%8D%E7%AC%AC8%E6%9C%9F(2025%2F02%2F01%EF%BC%8D2026%2F01%2F31)-2026-04-28%2015%3A20
- anchor: #n251012
- Companies mentioned: Kiddleton、プレジャーキャスト

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