【Okayama University】Professor Shinichi Nishimura of Okayama University’s Academic Research Field of Environmental, Life and Natural Sciences appointed as “Natural Disaster Support Adviser” by 岡山市消防局
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Professor Shinichi Nishimura of Okayama University has been appointed as a “Natural Disaster Support Adviser” by 岡山市消防局. The first program of its kind in the prefecture, it aims to speed up firefighting operations and strengthen local disaster preparedness by drawing on expert knowledge during large-scale disasters.
【Amiyaki-tei stores in the Chubu region】“A day to say thank you.” A special one-day yakiniku treat with Mom in the spotlight.
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Amiyaki-tei stores in the Chubu region are holding a special campaign for Mother’s Day. On May 10, they will offer a luxurious yakiniku set featuring Matsusaka beef and other items. During Mother’s Day week, the stores will also offer family-friendly events, including a “Mother’s Day Thank-You Lottery,” message cards and Father’s Day coupons.
【Okayama University】Holds ceremony conferring “Okayama University Startup” titles for Reiwa 7 fiscal year
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On April 9, 2026, Okayama University held a ceremony conferring “Okayama University Startup” titles for the Reiwa 7 fiscal year, newly recognizing 2 companies as “Okayama University Startups.” The university will use this initiative to support entrepreneurship among students and faculty and promote the real-world application of research成果.
“Big Thank-You Festival” begins May 4! 【STUDIO ARC Co., Ltd.】
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To mark the release of a new photography course in July 2026, STUDIO ARC is holding its “Big Thank-You Festival” from May 4 to 31. To support families amid rising prices, the campaign offers 8,000 yen off dressing services for dads and moms, half-price Shichi-Go-San rentals, and 1.5 times the photo data (80→120 shots) as 3 major benefits.
Get summer clothes early: amood’s “Early Summer” showcase opens with discounts of up to 91% off
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Fashion platform amood, which serves Japan, is holding its “Early Summer” showcase from May 4 to 10, with discounts of up to 91% off. The campaign, run by ABLY, offers deals on summer essentials such as short-sleeved tops and shorts.
President Lai visits Eswatini; US praises Taiwan as a trusted partner of many countries
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te visited Eswatini, an African ally, and the U.S. State Department praised Taiwan as “a reliable and capable partner for the United States and many countries.” The visit schedule was temporarily delayed due to Chinese interference, but the visit began successfully. Taiwan aims to deepen ties along 3 pillars: security, the economy and digital affairs.
Taiwan representative to the US: Taiwan is willing to engage in dialogue with China, but dialogue must come from a position of strength
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan’s representative to the United States, Alexander Yui, stressed that Taiwan believes in “ensuring peace through strength” and wants dialogue with China on peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, but that dialogue must be based on strength. He said a robust national defense is the best way to deter aggressors, and that Taiwan is advancing an additional $40 billion defense budget to strengthen its defensive capabilities.
Accident reported during multinational exercise in Africa; two US service members missing, search and rescue underway
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
2 U.S. service members taking part in the “African Lion 2026” military exercise have gone missing in southern Morocco. U.S. and Moroccan forces are currently conducting a joint search-and-rescue operation.
Pedestrian struck after entering railway crossing in Xinfeng-Hukou; 台鐵 operates single-track, two-way traffic
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan Railways (台鐵) announced that a member of the public entered the tracks at a level crossing between Xinfeng and Hukou and was struck by a train, blocking the westbound main line. Single-track, bidirectional service is operating on the eastbound main line, causing delays for about 600 passengers.