https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 71 items from 1 source; Japan, 25 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/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301903https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301903Mon, 04 May 2026 17:28:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAInternational crude oil prices fell temporarily after the US president announced support for ships stranded in the Strait of Hormuz, but remained above $100 because the US and Iran have yet to reach an agreement. OPEC+ agreed to increase production, but the continued closure of the strait limits the effectiveness of the move. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301899https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301899Mon, 04 May 2026 17:22:53 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAASEAN countries show economic momentum and face challenges, with key developments including Vietnam's AI talent race, Laos' electricity exports, Singapore's optimistic manufacturing outlook and Thailand's push for trust reform. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301900https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301900Mon, 04 May 2026 17:22:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA car driven by a man surnamed Kao collided with a motorcycle and a passenger car in Changhua City, Taiwan, killing 2 people and injuring 2. Police found traces of amphetamine-type drugs in the driver. He is expected to be referred for prosecution on public endangerment charges in connection with a drug-impaired driving crash causing deaths and injuries. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301901https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301901Mon, 04 May 2026 17:20:17 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe more than 40-year-old Huayulou building at Luona Elementary School in Nantou County was replaced due to age and officially opened as a multipurpose learning space incorporating Bunun culture. The new building was celebrated alongside the school’s 120th anniversary ceremony. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301902https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301902Mon, 04 May 2026 17:19:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA農業部水産試驗所澎湖漁業生物研究中心の代理主任であった城振誠が、正式に主任に就任した。彼は実務的な科学研究を通じて地球環境変動に対応し、台湾の海洋と漁業の未来を創造すると表明した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301905https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301905Mon, 04 May 2026 17:16:18 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAJapanese actor and singer Tomohisa Yamashita announced that he will hold a solo concert at the Kaohsiung Music Center on 2026年11月14日. The concert aims to grow alongside fans and awaken their “maidenly hearts” and “boyish hearts.” Drawing confidence from his past experiences, he plans to deliver a performance focused on a sense of unity with fans. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301904https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301904Mon, 04 May 2026 17:13:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA fraud ring linked to the Mingren faction of the Bamboo Union gang used sophisticated tactics involving eATM to swindle more than NT$25 million from 22 people. The Criminal Investigation Bureau arrested 7 people, who will be referred for prosecution under the Organized Crime Prevention Act and other laws. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301906https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301906Mon, 04 May 2026 17:09:06 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe New Taiwan dollar rose 3.8 fen against the US dollar on the Taipei foreign exchange market, closing at NT$31.61. Trading totaled US$1.451 billion. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301907https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301907Mon, 04 May 2026 17:07:04 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAKuan Bi-ling, head of Taiwan’s Ocean Affairs Council, announced plans to crack down more aggressively on illegally modified vessels as part of efforts to combat smuggling and human trafficking. The Ministry of Transportation and Communications also plans to amend relevant regulations, strengthen penalties for illegally modified vessels and expand penalties to shipyards that carry out the modifications. The measures aim to prevent the unlawful use of vessels and significantly improve maritime surveillance capabilities. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301908https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301908Mon, 04 May 2026 17:07:02 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe US president offered assistance to vessels unable to navigate in the Gulf, while Iran’s military warned the US military against approaching the Strait of Hormuz. The US-Iran war is intensifying, raising international tensions. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301909https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301909Mon, 04 May 2026 17:06:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 台東県政府 kicked off this year’s bluefin tuna season and awarded NT$200,000 to Chen Wusheng, captain of the 盛泰豐號 from the 新港区漁会, for catching the season’s first bluefin tuna. County Magistrate Jao Ching-ling presided over the auction of the first tuna, which sold for NT$247,040, adding to the event’s excitement. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301910https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301910Mon, 04 May 2026 17:05:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAs Taiwan’s stock market booms, debate has resurfaced over using securities transaction tax revenue to fund National Health Insurance. A deputy finance minister said the government is still gathering opinions from various sectors and has not made a decision. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301911https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301911Mon, 04 May 2026 16:59:56 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADRAM maker Nanya Technology reported record revenue of NT$25.491 billion in April 2026, up 40.29% from the previous month and 717.33% from a year earlier. Stronger market demand drove the increase, and revenue so far this year has already exceeded the total for the previous year. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301912https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301912Mon, 04 May 2026 16:56:53 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Mainland Affairs Council said it will review Xu Chunying’s residency status in Taiwan using its authority, following her indictment for violating the Anti-Infiltration Act. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301913https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301913Mon, 04 May 2026 16:56:51 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAForeign investors were net sellers of NT$192.204 billion in Taiwan stocks last week, making particularly large sales of 115,929 shares of 中鋼, 106,014 shares of 友達, and 78,019 shares of TSMC. Their net sales from the start of the year through the end of April totaled NT$585.377 billion, while their total stock holdings accounted for 49.4% of the entire Taiwan market. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301878https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301878Mon, 04 May 2026 16:55:49 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 2026 MUZIKids Children’s Classical Music Festival will be held in September, with its “baby concerts” expanded to draw interest from parents and children. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301879https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301879Mon, 04 May 2026 16:54:47 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中華郵政 Chairman Wang Kuo-tsai said the company would present a plan to address its staffing shortage, which currently stands at about 3,000 people, within 1 month and hire additional staff in September. The issue was raised during questioning at the Legislative Yuan, with lawmakers calling for swift action. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301886https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301886Mon, 04 May 2026 16:52:55 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA shooting at a lakeside party in eastern Edmond, Oklahoma, left at least 12 people injured and taken to hospital. The suspect has not been arrested, and police are continuing their investigation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301880https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301880Mon, 04 May 2026 16:50:45 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAStandard Chartered said that despite Taiwan’s economic growth in the first quarter reaching its highest level in 39 years, conflict in the Middle East poses a risk of slowing growth in the second half of the year. Energy costs and a decline in global demand are particular concerns. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301881https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301881Mon, 04 May 2026 16:50:43 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe rodent problem in Taipei has worsened, with Democratic Progressive Party lawmakers criticizing the city government’s slow response. Kuomintang lawmakers countered that the opposition was exploiting the issue for political purposes. Rodent control is a public health matter that calls for professional action rather than political conflict. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301882https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301882Mon, 04 May 2026 16:48:41 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA韓国の金昌民監督が昨年レストランで殴打され死亡した事件で、半年を経て容疑者2名が逮捕されました。裁判所は逃亡と証拠隠滅の恐れがあるとして、拘束状態での捜査を命じました。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301883https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301883Mon, 04 May 2026 16:47:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIn response to the elimination of tariffs on US peanuts, the 雲林県政府 urged the 農業部 to promptly introduce comprehensive measures to strengthen the competitiveness of domestically grown peanuts. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301887https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301887Mon, 04 May 2026 16:47:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwanese pitcher Sun Yi-lei, who plays for the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters’ farm team, left the game after being hit in the head by a pitch and was charged with the loss. Catcher Lin Chia-cheng, meanwhile, had 3 hits and 2 RBIs, including his first home run in Japan’s professional baseball farm league. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301891https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301891Mon, 04 May 2026 16:46:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’s 114年度 income tax filing period opened, with 1.08 million returns filed on the first day. Notably, 65% of all returns were filed by smartphone, far exceeding last year’s average of 43%. The Ministry of Finance highlighted the convenience of filing by phone and is also running a prize draw offering up to NT$50,000 in cash. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301884https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301884Mon, 04 May 2026 16:45:36 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAOn the eve of Mother’s Day, 家扶基金會 brought 2 children in foster care from Eswatini to Taiwan, where they met their foster families. The trip gave the children a chance to broaden their horizons and gain life experience. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301885https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301885Mon, 04 May 2026 16:45:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Taoyuan City Department of Agriculture will hold the “Peachy Pink Market” over Mother’s Day weekend to coincide with the season for “Mama Peaches” grown in Taoyuan’s Fuxing District. The event will combine sales, social activities and stage performances to support local agricultural products. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301888https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301888Mon, 04 May 2026 16:34:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan Poetry Quarterly and Jizhouan Literature Forest jointly held the 2026 May Fourth Poetry Gathering in Taipei, bringing together 20 poets and writers. Poetry readings were held to wish 98-year-old celebrated poet Xiang Ming, who has recently been unwell, a speedy recovery and to honor his literary achievements. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301890https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301890Mon, 04 May 2026 16:33:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’s active ETF market marked its 1st anniversary, surpassing NT$500 billion in size and becoming a new mainstream force in the stock market. Driven in particular by growth in AI-related stocks, existing funds have outperformed the market average. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301889https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301889Mon, 04 May 2026 16:33:26 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 2026 23rd Kinmen Cross-Sea Swimming event and the 13th Kinmen-Xiamen World Chinese Swimming Relay Open will be held on July 25 and 26. The event has become a signature aquatic sports brand for Kinmen, and registration opened today. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301892https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301892Mon, 04 May 2026 16:28:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中央研究院 announced that academician Diao Jinhua, who devoted himself to the development of statistical science, has died at 93. He also helped establish Taiwan’s statistical science institutions. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300723https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300723Mon, 04 May 2026 16:27:17 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA新北市長の侯友宜氏が、捷運三鶯線の三峽駅出入口1開発プロジェクトの起工式に出席し、三鶯線が5月に交通部に検査を報告し、年央に開通する可能性があると発表しました。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300734https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300734Mon, 04 May 2026 16:26:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA person who developed a fever and breathing difficulties after traveling abroad was diagnosed with mycoplasma pneumonia. Doctors urged people to seek medical attention promptly if they experience warning signs such as a cough or fever lasting more than 1 week, chest tightness or breathing difficulties. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300724https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300724Mon, 04 May 2026 16:24:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA国立体育大学の林翊凱選手が、第115回全大運男子110メートルハードル決勝で13秒56の自己ベストを更新し金メダルを獲得しました。この記録は台湾史上2番目の好記録であり、名古屋アジア大会出場基準もクリアしています。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300725https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300725Mon, 04 May 2026 16:22:13 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA新北市新店区でガス管破裂の疑いがある異臭が発生しましたが、消防隊の散水により濃度は警戒値に達せず、負傷者もいませんでした。ガス会社が漏洩箇所の特定と修理にあたっています。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300730https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300730Mon, 04 May 2026 16:21:23 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan stocks closed up 1,778.51 points at 40,705.14, with the three major institutional investors buying a net NT$78.034 billion. Foreign investors accounted for NT$66.976 billion in net purchases, the 6th-largest amount on record. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300739https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300739Mon, 04 May 2026 16:21:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Taipei City Department of Health announced that it will raise inpatient medical expense subsidies for disadvantaged children in Category 2 starting in April. The daily cap will increase from NT$1,000 to NT$1,500, and the annual cap from NT$14,000 to NT$15,000, benefiting nearly 1,000 children. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300726https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300726Mon, 04 May 2026 16:21:11 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASemiconductor wafer testing company Ardentec, supported by strong demand for AI applications and incoming orders from communications customers, expects revenue and profit to rise quarter by quarter this year, with mid- to high-single-digit growth forecast for the second quarter. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300727https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300727Mon, 04 May 2026 16:20:09 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Australian Strategic Policy Institute (ASPI) has proposed that the Australian government lease a nuclear-powered submarine from Japan in preparation for delays in the delivery of AUKUS submarines. The proposal was announced to coincide with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s visit to Australia. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300737https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300737Mon, 04 May 2026 16:18:43 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’s Ministry of National Defense has warned that the Chinese Communist Party’s cognitive warfare against Taiwan is shifting from “single-point infiltration” to “systematic deployment.” The ministry is working with allied countries and strengthening strategies to counter it. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300736https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300736Mon, 04 May 2026 16:18:22 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe increase in rats in Taipei has become a concern for residents, with experts pointing to the risk of infectious diseases. They warn that hantavirus and leptospirosis can be contracted through rat droppings, bites or contaminated food. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300728https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300728Mon, 04 May 2026 16:16:07 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAKeelung Mayor Hsieh Kuo-liang has proposed advancing the Anle Line in the second phase of the Keelung Metro. Tong Tzu-wei, the DPP’s mayoral candidate, criticized the city government for lacking planning, funding and implementation capacity, saying that demolishing homes and digging tunnels would be unrealistic. The city government plans to finalize its assessment within the year and move forward with a route that includes Anle District. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300729https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300729Mon, 04 May 2026 16:16:05 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA total of 9,427 fraud cases were reported in Hong Kong in the first quarter of this year, resulting in losses of HK$1.85 billion. Older people were particularly hard-hit, with reports indicating that highly educated seniors face a high risk. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300731https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300731Mon, 04 May 2026 16:11:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAccording to the Central Weather Administration, a magnitude 4 earthquake struck Nan’ao in Yilan County, Taiwan. The quake was 5 kilometers deep and registered a maximum intensity of 4 in Yilan County. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300732https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300732Mon, 04 May 2026 16:09:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台湾の労働基金運用局は、3月に3787億台湾ドルの史上最大の月次損失を計上しましたが、4月には台湾株を含む世界の金融指標が好調だったため、4月の収益は過去最高を更新する可能性が高いと発表しました。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300733https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300733Mon, 04 May 2026 16:03:56 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAt the Yang Hsin Cup Youth Baseball Tournament, Chen Sheng-hsiang, a catcher on the Hualien County team, made an impact on both offense and defense, leading his team to victory with his own calling of pitches and 4-for-4 hitting with 1 RBI. The head coach also praised his strong understanding of the game. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300735https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300735Mon, 04 May 2026 16:03:52 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck Samar Island in central Philippines. It was 73.3 km deep and located about 9 km offshore from the coastal town of San Julian. No injuries have been reported so far. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300738https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300738Mon, 04 May 2026 15:58:45 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’s Ministry of Education is promoting the “AI Di+ Experimental Program” and introducing AI learning companions. University students will help elementary and junior high school students improve their independent learning skills and digital literacy, with the goal of narrowing the learning gap between urban and rural areas. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300719https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300719Mon, 04 May 2026 15:56:16 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe expansion plan for the Longtan Park of the Hsinchu Science Park, known as Longtan Phase Three, has been submitted for review by the National Science and Technology Council. Taoyuan Mayor Chang San-cheng acknowledged the accuracy of media reports. The city has actively coordinated over the past 2 years and says it will continue to provide full cooperation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300714https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300714Mon, 04 May 2026 15:55:41 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFormer police officer Hsieh Chen-chung is expected to be appointed director of the Hong Kong Government Information Services Department, making him the first former police official to take the post since Hong Kong’s return to Chinese sovereignty. The appointment would break with the tradition of the role being held by an administrative officer. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300715https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300715Mon, 04 May 2026 15:52:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNALakeshore International Tourism Co. has been selected to operate Hinoki Village in Chiayi City. A new operating structure will take effect on June 1, and the company plans to contribute to tourism promotion and cultural heritage preservation through professional hotel services and management strategies. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300716https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300716Mon, 04 May 2026 15:50:37 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’s National Development Council Minister Yeh Chun-hsien and Minister of Economic Affairs Kung Ming-hsin joined forces for the first time to lead a delegation to the SelectUSA Investment Summit in Washington. They expressed a commitment to supporting the international expansion of Taiwanese startups. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300717https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300717Mon, 04 May 2026 15:45:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAmazon founder Jeff Bezos and his wife have faced backlash for their lavish sponsorship of the Met Gala, with some celebrities under pressure to give up their tickets and boycott the event. Notable figures including Meryl Streep and Zendaya have said they will not attend, amid concerns over Amazon’s labor rights record and political stance. The move has sent ripples through the fashion world’s biggest annual event. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300718https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300718Mon, 04 May 2026 15:33:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’s 監察院 has cited failings in 高雄市政府’s home-visit assessments in the case of the abuse death of a 1-year-old boy in Kaohsiung and issued a corrective recommendation. It called on 衛福部 and 警政署 to strengthen coordination between their systems. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300702https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300702Mon, 04 May 2026 15:23:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台積電と聯発科が牽引し、台湾加権指数は本日1778.51ポイント上昇し、40705.14ポイントで史上最高値を更新しました。盤中および終値、上昇幅すべてが新記録となり、取引金額は新台幣1兆68.87億元でした。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300703https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300703Mon, 04 May 2026 15:20:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台湾の「跨欄甜心」張博雅選手が全大運女子100mハードルで13秒12を記録し金メダルを獲得。目標タイムにはわずかに届かなかったものの、好調を維持し名古屋アジア大会での活躍が期待されている。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300704https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300704Mon, 04 May 2026 15:13:24 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA shooting in the Colombian border city of Cúcuta left 4 people dead. Security has deteriorated in Colombia ahead of the presidential election, and the country is facing its worst security crisis in the past 10 years. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300708https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300708Mon, 04 May 2026 15:11:17 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAn 83-year-old man in Tainan City set fire to his sister-in-law’s home amid a family dispute, attacked her and rescue workers with an axe, then stole an ambulance and fled. He was later arrested, and a court approved his detention. The man admitted to some of the offenses, but was considered at risk of reoffending. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300705https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300705Mon, 04 May 2026 15:09:22 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAs 2 million people in Taiwan suffer from asthma, the National Health Insurance program has eased coverage requirements for biologic drugs for patients with severe asthma. Medical professionals are stressing the importance of anti-inflammatory care through regular use of inhaled steroids, aiming to reduce acute attacks and systemic side effects. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300706https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300706Mon, 04 May 2026 15:07:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAJapan and Australia have announced plans to strengthen energy and supply chain cooperation amid tighter oil supplies caused by worsening conditions in the Strait of Hormuz. The two countries will also deepen defense cooperation, aiming to boost economic and strategic resilience. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300707https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300707Mon, 04 May 2026 15:02:17 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中央氣象署は本日午後、高雄および屏東の山間部に大雨警報を発令しました。対流活動が活発で、短時間で強い雨が降る可能性があり、雷、強風、土砂崩れ、落石、河川の氾濫に注意が必要です。大雨は夜まで続く見込みです。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300709https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300709Mon, 04 May 2026 14:59:13 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe health of imprisoned Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi has seriously deteriorated, and the Norwegian Nobel Committee has called on Iranian authorities to release her and provide specialist treatment. The committee has warned that her life is in the hands of the Iranian authorities. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300710https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300710Mon, 04 May 2026 14:58:11 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA5月の台湾株価指数先物が1689ポイント上昇し、台湾加権指数も1778.51ポイント高の40705.14ポイントで取引を終え、市場の活況を示しました。5月期貨は41031ポイント、6月期貨は39418ポイントで、現物指数と比較して正の価格差がありました。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300711https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300711Mon, 04 May 2026 14:57:09 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAmsterdam has become the world’s first capital to ban public advertisements for meat and fossil fuel products. The ban took effect on May 1 and aims to meet environmental goals and raise public awareness. The measure has also drawn criticism as a “nanny state” policy. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300712https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300712Mon, 04 May 2026 14:57:07 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台北株式市場は5月4日、1778.51ポイント上昇し、40705.14ポイントで取引を終えた。これに伴い、5月電子期は132.45ポイント高の2658.20ポイント、5月金融期も1.60ポイント高の2493ポイントで引け、いずれも上昇した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300689https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300689Mon, 04 May 2026 14:55:17 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaipei’s Environmental Protection Bureau director said the city is using pesticides approved by the central government and following the principles set by the Ministry of Environment to address the rat problem. Responding to criticism that the pesticides were being used improperly, the director said the city would consult with the ministry and seek a better solution. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300686https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300686Mon, 04 May 2026 14:54:50 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台湾株式市場が史上初めて4万ポイントを突破し、終値は40705.14ポイント、1778.51ポイント高で過去最高を記録した。米国株の好調に牽引され、取引額も1兆68.87億台湾ドルに達し、TSMC、Foxconn、MediaTek、Delta Electronicsなどの主要銘柄も上昇した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300685https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300685Mon, 04 May 2026 14:54:05 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA promotional poster featuring a quarantine dog’s “fierce” expression at Taoyuan International Airport has attracted attention on Japanese social media, with wordplay sparking discussion among Taiwanese and Japanese internet users. The quarantine station said it uses a variety of promotional materials to attract attention. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300687https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300687Mon, 04 May 2026 14:47:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台湾株式市場は本日、加権指数が1778.51ポイント上昇し、40705.14ポイントで取引を終え、4.57%の大幅高となりました。取引金額は新台幣1兆68.87億元に達しました。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300688https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300688Mon, 04 May 2026 14:45:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAResidents affected by the disaster caused by the breach of the barrier lake on Hualien’s Matai’an Creek can apply for an itemized deduction for disaster losses when filing their 2025 income tax returns. The Hualien Branch of the National Taxation Bureau is issuing disaster loss certificates through a rapid, simplified process. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300690https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300690Mon, 04 May 2026 14:41:17 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Philippines’ Mayon Volcano spewed ash, and the collapse of lava deposits triggered a pyroclastic flow. More than 300 households were forced to evacuate. Ash affected a wide area, with reports of poor visibility and livestock deaths. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300691https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300691Mon, 04 May 2026 14:29:52 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan's first Museum Exhibition Award has been established to recognize outstanding exhibitions and help establish Taiwan's museums as an international brand. Organized by the Taiwan Museum Foundation, it is accepting entries through the end of December 2026, with results to be announced in April 2027. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301893https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301893Mon, 04 May 2026 17:18:03 +0900JapanPR TIMESMakeblock Japan's laser-processing machine brand xTool will exhibit at the 50th 2026 Japan Hobby Show. The company will showcase the new xTool M2 and offer hands-on experiences with the xTool Apparel Printer, which is currently crowdfunding, alongside a range of the latest digital tools to support creative projects. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301894https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301894Mon, 04 May 2026 17:14:57 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Aichi Tsunagari Support web and social media campaign, backed by Aichi Prefecture, begins on May 1, and applications have opened for ambassadors to share the region's appeal nationwide. The initiative aims to promote the region sustainably, starting with connections between people. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301895https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301895Mon, 04 May 2026 17:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES愛知県瀬戸市のアウトドア複合施設「ウッドデザインパーク瀬戸」が、夏休み期間の早割宿泊予約を開始しました。GW中に計画を立てる家族向けに、最大15%OFFの特典を提供し、川遊びや焚き火、手持ち花火など、自然を満喫できるアクティビティが充実しています。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301896https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301896Mon, 04 May 2026 17:00:59 +0900JapanPR TIMESETRO has announced a new collaboration with British heritage luggage brand グローブ・トロッター. Bringing together the brands' shared values around travel and ETRO's nomadic spirit, the collection features luxury luggage adorned with ETRO's iconic Alnica paisley pattern. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301898https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301898Mon, 04 May 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESHonkaku Uranai | Minori, operated by 株式会社レンサ and テレシスネットワーク株式会社, has launched a Kotodama fortune-telling feature by spiritual reader Aoi Asakura. It uses the power of names to master one's destiny and help fulfill one's wishes. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301897https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301897Mon, 04 May 2026 17:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社レンサ has made its feature Horoscope Forecast: Fortune for the Second Half of 2026 available to the public on its monthly official fortune-telling site, Detailed Horoscope | Chako and Quokka's Astrology Research Group. It offers horoscope readings known for their high level of detail and accuracy, with an in-depth forecast for the second half of 2026. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301876https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301876Mon, 04 May 2026 16:33:09 +0900JapanPR TIMESJapanese fashion platform amood will hold an exclusive boogieshop pop-up event from May 4 to 10. Popular items such as camo pants and easy pants will be offered at up to 80% off, bringing Korean fashion to Japanese consumers. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301877https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n301877Mon, 04 May 2026 16:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESYakiniku Sudaku, a barbecue brand operated by 株式会社総合近江牛商社, has opened a new concept specializing in offal, Omi Beef Hormone Chikusan Sudaku Gofukucho, near Shizuoka Station. To celebrate the opening, it is offering a 99-yen drinks festival and its signature fresh offal for 390 yen during June, bringing a new yakiniku experience to the Shizuoka area. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300720https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300720Mon, 04 May 2026 16:00:21 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe National Vacant Home Countermeasures Consortium analyzed changes in the rate of unattended vacant homes in 1,047 municipalities nationwide from 2008 to 2023 and released the National Map of Changes in the Rate of Unattended Vacant Homes. It found that increases were gradual in the 三 major metropolitan areas, and that growth rates in many prefectural capitals tended to be lower than those for their prefectures overall. The findings point to a structural acceleration of the vacant-home problem driven by population concentration. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300722https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300722Mon, 04 May 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESNativeCamp has added an In-Flight category to its online English-learning material New Practical Travel English. Learners can practice English exchanges during a flight through role-play, with the aim of improving their communication skills while traveling overseas. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300721https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300721Mon, 04 May 2026 16:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTAC株式会社 is running the Spring Discount Campaign Final for its Foreign Service Specialist Course through Sunday, May 31. Eligible courses are discounted by 10,000 yen from the regular tuition fee, supporting students who want to start studying early. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300713https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300713Mon, 04 May 2026 15:41:49 +0900JapanPR TIMESERPC has launched Burst, a new plan offering the fastest Solana Geyser gRPC stream. It achieved a 99.80% First-Arrival Win Rate against the existing Frankfurt gRPC, significantly improving the performance of Solana applications that require real-time responsiveness. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300692https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300692Mon, 04 May 2026 15:30:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESピーロート・ジャパンは、2026年5月29日から6月1日まで「ピーロート ザ・エクスペリエンス 2026 大阪」をウェスティンホテル大阪で開催します。世界中のワイン生産者36社が約150種のワインを紹介し、テイスティングやガラ・ディナーを通じてワイン愛好家と交流する日本最大級のイベントです。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300693https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300693Mon, 04 May 2026 15:21:52 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社鶏ヤロー will open 3 stores in Hyogo Prefecture in succession: the Sannomiya B1F store, the Sannomiya 2F store and the Himeji store. The company aims to raise its profile and improve convenience in the region. The 2 Sannomiya stores will each pursue a distinctive strategy, offering highballs and lemon sours for 50 yen. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300694https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300694Mon, 04 May 2026 15:20:49 +0900JapanPR TIMES特定非營利活動法人バーチャルフォトウォークは、内閣府主催の「孤独・孤立対策月間」関連イベント「ぷらっとばーす『たいけんステージ』」にて、オンラインイベント「ライブウォーク」を8回開催します。外出困難な方や孤独を感じる人々へ、日本や世界各地の美しい景色と交流を提供し、社会的孤立の解消を目指します。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300695https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300695Mon, 04 May 2026 15:05:17 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe Wisteria and Lupine Festival at Sera Fuji Garden has announced additional dates for garden illuminations on May 6, 9 and 10, as the flowers reach their peak. The added dates offer more opportunities to enjoy the garden's fantastical nighttime blooms. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300701https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300701Mon, 04 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESPopular YouTuber Hikaru and gourmet burger shop BRISK STAND have teamed up to launch the limited-time ONI BURGER on May 2, 2026. Based on the shop's signature Kitta Yatsu burger, it features a fried egg resembling a demon's eye and a special wasabi soy sauce, creating a unique fusion of entertainment and food. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300700https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300700Mon, 04 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESタチバナE酒販（株式会社アップライジング）は、シリーズ累計販売数55,000口を突破したウイスキーくじ「豪華ウイスキーみくじ第124弾」を2026年5月4日より販売開始しました。今回は「山崎18年」を筆頭に、入手困難な銘柄を466口限定で提供します。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300699https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300699Mon, 04 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESMakiko Uchidate’s reading drama “The Old Person Who Causes Trouble” has opened, starring Tomochika and Yudai Chiba. The pair take on a wide range of characters, with music by Koharu of チャラン・ポ・ランタン. This tale of a comeback, full of laughter and tears, will be staged in 4 cities across Japan. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300698https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300698Mon, 04 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES横浜美術館は、2026年4月25日から6月28日までコレクション展「みる風景、かんがえる風景」を開催します。19世紀から21世紀の多様な風景表現を展示し、新収蔵作品も初公開。ピカソやダリなどの名品も紹介されます。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300697https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300697Mon, 04 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESモクシー東京錦糸町は2026年5月16日に「MOXY SAMBA NIGHT」を開催。情熱的なサンバパフォーマンスやラテンフード、ドリンクを楽しめる参加型イベントで、入場無料、ワンドリンクオーダー制。マリオット・グループのモクシーホテルブランドが展開する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300696https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300696Mon, 04 May 2026 15:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES合同会社EXNOA and 株式会社テクロス announced that the new character “Ryuin” from “UNITIA” has been added to the RPG “Techronos,” alongside the launch of the second half of the UNITIA event “CROSS WORLD TRAVELERS.” During the event, a pickup gacha featuring “Ryuin” and new item sets will also be available for purchase. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300682https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300682Mon, 04 May 2026 14:58:40 +0900JapanPR TIMESDear WHISKY will hold the “Ikawa Distillery Fauna 2026 Blending Event” in a hybrid format at BAR FIVE Arrows in Shinjuku on May 24, 2026. Participants will have a rare opportunity to taste whisky spirit from Ikawa Distillery and try blending it themselves. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300683https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300683Mon, 04 May 2026 14:49:38 +0900JapanPR TIMESpH株式会社 exhibited at the “Fresh Produce Festival” in April 2026, serving its original “HUNTER drinks” and game meat skewers. The offerings drew strong interest from visitors and proved popular as a new food experience, with some items selling out on the first day. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300684https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260504-15/index-en.html#n300684Mon, 04 May 2026 14:41:22 +0900JapanPR TIMESマーティ株式会社 will hold “Ballet Ensemble Gala 2026” in Kanto on July 25, 2026. Professional dancers from Japan and abroad will perform alongside next-generation dancers, presenting a wide-ranging program from classical ballet masterpieces to original works.