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The Hong Kong Journalists Association was ordered by the tax department to pay about 2.95 million Taiwan dollars (about 730,000 Hong Kong dollars) in provisional tax within 2 days. The demand is seen as part of the Hong Kong government’s crackdown on the media, raising concerns about press freedom.
Companies mentioned：香港記者協會、香港稅務局、獨立媒體、Hong Kong Free Press
Original台湾の2026年4月製造業PMIが60.3%に達し、7ヶ月連続で拡大、過去4年半で最高を記録しました。これは、米イラン情勢による早期発注、好調な第1四半期輸出、特に電子産業の牽引が主な要因です。AI関連投資が成長を牽引する一方で、産業集中リスクへの警鐘も鳴らされています。
Companies mentioned：中經院、國發會、中研院經濟所
吳念真 narrated the documentary film “Fly! Crested Serpent Eagle,” and spoke humorously about his own lack of stamina while expressing admiration for director 梁皆得’s physical endurance and passion in filming over 12 years. The film explores the balance between ecosystem and cultural preservation.
Culture Minister 李遠 spoke about the hardships of scriptwriting and the scarcity of a sense of accomplishment at a completion sharing session of the Taiwan Film and Television Scriptwriting Academy, encouraging participants to find joy in their work and help build an industry ecosystem. Participants shared practical outcomes and expressed optimism about the industry’s future.
Companies mentioned：台灣影視編劇協會、中華編劇學會、文化部影視及流行音樂產業局
Original日本とインドネシアの防衛大臣がジャカルタで会談し、国防産業、人材育成、防災対策を含む国防協力協定に署名しました。この合意は、国際情勢が緊迫化する中で、両国の防衛協力の指針となる重要な一歩です。
A man surnamed 劉 caused a crash while driving in Keelung City, hitting a parked motorcycle. After failing to put the car in Park, he then crashed into another car and motorcycle. Police searched the vehicle and found 4 cartridges of the illegal drug “zombie vape” (etomidate). The man was referred for prosecution under the Drug Hazard Prevention Act and on public endangerment charges.
Taiwanese pitcher 徐若熙 of 福岡ソフトバンクホークス struggled against 西武ライオンズ, giving up 7 runs over 4 innings. In particular, he allowed 2 hits in his matchup with 林安可, despite recording a pitch of 157 km/h.
Companies mentioned：福岡ソフトバンクホークス、西武ライオンズ、オリックス・バファローズ
A suspected hantavirus outbreak aboard a passenger ship operated by Dutch expedition cruise company Oceanwide Expeditions has left 3 people dead. There are 2 seriously ill patients aboard, and the Dutch government is considering repatriating them.
Companies mentioned：オーシャンワイド・エクスペディションズ (Oceanwide Expeditions)、世界保健機関 (WHO)、アメリカ疾病管制予防センター (CDC)
Original米比共同軍事演習「肩並肩」（Balikatan）がフィリピン北呂宋島で行われ、日本自衛隊が初めて実弾反上陸防衛訓練に直接参加しました。演習は、敵対勢力による海岸上陸を想定し、米、フィリピン、日本、カナダの4カ国部隊が協同作戦能力を検証しました。
Immersive-experience equipment maker 智崴 announced that it had secured an order from a Saudi Arabian customer for equipment for 2 “rotating dome immersive theaters.” This is 智崴’s 5th major immersive-equipment contract in the Middle East market this year, and is expected to contribute to future revenue and deepen its business expansion in the region.
Companies mentioned：智崴
Taiwanese track-and-field athlete 陳玟溥 won gold in the men’s 100-meter race at the National Intercollegiate Athletic Games, but fell short of the qualifying standard for the Asian Games. He said he was dissatisfied with his performance and worried that he might have been “overpraised.”
Taitung County faced Changhua County at the Yanghsin Cup Youth Baseball Tournament. After falling behind by 4 runs, Taitung rallied to win 8-5, with 陽念先’s inside-the-park home run among the key plays. 陽念先 recorded 2 hits and 2 RBIs, and hit his 5th home run.
Companies mentioned：陽信銀行
Visa announced the global “Visa Agentic Ready” program in the Asia-Pacific region to advance the development of AI-powered “agentic commerce.” In Taiwan, 9 financial institutions are taking part in the program to test and implement AI-powered transaction models.
Companies mentioned：Visa、國泰世華銀行、中國信託銀行、星展銀行（台灣）、玉山銀行、台北富邦銀行、凱基銀行、永豐銀行、台新銀行、聯邦銀行
Taiwanese KMT legislator 鄭正鈐 denied online rumors that he had been “abducted by gangsters” after a promissory note bounced, saying, “I know nothing about it” and “Everyone is worrying too much.” He said he was concerned about the military spending issue.
South Korean girl group aespa announced that it is launching its “SYNK : COMPLæXITY” world tour, with its first overseas performance set for Aug. 11 at Taipei Dome. Tickets go on sale May 17.
Original台湾の輸出入銀行は、貿易融資利息減免と輸出保険費用減免の二重メカニズムにより、中小企業を含む4789社を支援し、利息減免額は36.07億台湾ドルに達したと発表した。これは国際情勢変動による企業への影響を軽減することを目的としている。
Companies mentioned：輸出入銀行
Taiwan’s Ministry of Labor has launched a collaborative plan with 6 major industry associations to improve working conditions in “3K” industries, considered dangerous, dirty and demanding. The plan aims to help small and medium-sized enterprises make improvements in stages, promote industrial transformation and reduce workplace injuries.
Companies mentioned：塑膠製品工業 (プラスチック製品工業)、鑄造品工業 (鋳造品工業)、表面處理工業 (表面処理工業)、橡膠暨彈性體工業 (ゴム・エラストマー工業)、流體傳動工業 (流体伝動工業)、黏性膠帶工業 (粘着テープ工業)、經濟部產業發展署 (経済部産業発展署)、中華民國全國工業總會 (中華民国全国工業総会)
林恩 of Taitung County starred both on the mound and at the plate at the Yanghsin Cup Youth Baseball Tournament, holding the opposing lineup scoreless over 3 innings and hitting 2 hits to help his team win. Head coach 黃貴裕 named 林恩 the game’s MVP, praising him as a player who excels in all aspects of the game.
An accelerator has been installed at the boron neutron capture therapy center of Taipei Veterans General Hospital, which aims to begin operations in 2027. The treatment has shown strong results, including a 2-year survival rate of 47% for patients with recurrent head and neck cancer.
Companies mentioned：漢民科技、中央社
Original台中地検の張凱傑検察官が、「神岡桶屍案」の捜査における柔性司法の実現と証拠の困難克服の功績により、法務部から「法眼明察獎」を授与されました。張検察官は、偵察と公訴の連携、国民法官制度の適用、被害者保護に尽力しました。
Companies mentioned：中央社、台中地檢署、法務部
Original台湾の賴清徳総統が史瓦帝尼を訪問し、国王との国賓晩餐会で両国の固い絆と協力を強調。共同声明や税関協定が署名され、史瓦帝尼国王は国連での台湾の有意義な貢献を支持する意向を示した。
Companies mentioned：中央社、總統府
A Chinese financial technology company demoted and dismissed an employee, citing an AI-driven technology upgrade, but the employee won in labor arbitration and court. The court ruled that AI was not a legitimate reason for dismissal and ordered the company to pay about 260,000 yuan in compensation. The ruling has drawn attention as an important decision on AI’s impact on the job market and the protection of workers’ rights.
Taiwanese legislators visited Guangfu Township in Hualien County to inspect recovery efforts following the barrier lake disaster on the Mataian River. Recovery work spans transportation, water management, agriculture and accommodation for evacuees, and requires cooperation between central and local governments. The need for planning and phased implementation to strengthen disaster prevention capacity and environmental resilience was emphasized.
Companies mentioned：立法院經濟委員會、花蓮縣政府、農業部、內政部國土署
As rat infestations have become frequent in Taipei City and the city government’s response has come under scrutiny, Mayor 蔣萬安 said he intended to take concrete measures. While defending frontline staff, he stressed that he would work with relevant departments to address the problem.
Companies mentioned：中央社
Original台湾の産險公会は、離島間の水上公共交通機関の遅延に特化した新たな保険商品を5月末に発売すると発表しました。これは、小三通を利用する旅行者の増加に対応し、既存の旅行保険ではカバーされていなかった船舶遅延のリスクを補償するものです。
A manuscript of the rare Taiwanese rhyme dictionary “𢑥音寶鑑” was donated to the National Central Library by the Meishan Culture and Education Foundation. It is the first Taiwanese rhyme dictionary compiled by Taiwanese people and is expected to make a major contribution to academia, culture and education.
Companies mentioned：中央社、梅山文教基金會、國家圖書館、中正大學、嘉義縣文化局、農會
融程電’s 1st-quarter results showed revenue up 18.2% year over year to NT$947 million, a record for the same period, driven by increased demand for defense projects and edge AI computing. The company expects to set another quarterly profit record in the 2nd quarter and forecasts double-digit growth for the full year.
Companies mentioned：中央社
As tensions in the Middle East rise, 1600 vessels are stranded in the Strait of Hormuz, including 8 Taiwanese-flagged ships. Premier 卓榮泰 instructed relevant government agencies to help the vessels resume normal operations as soon as possible.
Companies mentioned：中油、台塑化
Taiwanese semiconductor test-interface maker 穎崴 (WinWay Technology) announced that expanding AI demand helped its 1st-quarter revenue and profit reach record highs. Revenue was NT$2.98 billion and diluted EPS was NT$19.54. The company is also moving ahead with increased production capacity at a new plant.
The New Taipei District Court sentenced defendant 張書源 to 2 life terms for murder and other offenses over the alleged poisoning deaths of his former girlfriend and wife. 張 committed the crimes for financial gain and was found guilty of attempted murder of his former girlfriend and the murder of his wife.
Companies mentioned：中央社
Asian stock markets rose amid hopes of easing tensions in the Middle East after Iran presented the US with a new peace proposal, along with strong earnings from AI-related companies. Results from AI-related companies, particularly Apple, Google, Microsoft and Samsung Electronics, drove the market.
Companies mentioned：アップル（Apple）、Google、マイクロソフト（Microsoft）、三星電子（Samsung）、慧甚（FactSet）、激石集團（Pepperstone Group）、中央社
Taiwan’s Central Weather Administration said that on the 5th, the influence of a cloud and rain system over southern China could bring heavy rain to northern Taiwan and mountainous areas in the central region. The weather will improve on the 6th and 7th, but a front and the northeasterly monsoon are expected to return on the 8th and 9th, bringing rain and lower temperatures to northern and central Taiwan. The possibility of a tropical depression forming later in the week is also being monitored.
Companies mentioned：中央社
Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs has reopened applications for the 2026 Taiwan-France Innovation and R&D Cooperation Program. Last year, 6 collaborative projects generated more than NT$1.2 billion in investment. The government will provide subsidies of up to 50% in 5 key fields, including AI, high-performance computing and the space industry.
Companies mentioned：フランス公共投資銀行（Bpifrance）、中央社
The United States has launched “Project Freedom” to ensure the safe passage of commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, which is under an Iranian blockade. The plan calls for ships to reroute through waters south of the strait near Oman, but rising tensions with Iran pose uncertainty and high risks for vessels and insurers.
Companies mentioned：中央社、美聯社、聯合海事資訊中心、伊朗伊斯蘭共和國廣播電視台、米軍中央司令部（CENTCOM）、五角大廈
Taiwan’s stock market posted its biggest-ever gain today, closing above 40000 points for the first time. The New Taiwan dollar also ended a 3-trading-day losing streak, rising 3.8 cents against the US dollar. Strong earnings from technology companies helped drive the market higher.
Companies mentioned：中央社、央行、美國聯邦準備理事會 (Fed)
President Lai Ching-te is visiting Eswatini, and Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an commented that the trip was “not easy.” He said the public is concerned with how the central government can find a practical and viable path forward for Taiwan.
As the New Taipei mayoral election heats up, Democratic Progressive Party candidate Su Chiao-hui and Kuomintang candidate Lee Szu-chuan are waging a social media “air war.” Su is seeking voters’ support in her own style, while Lee says he is learning how to manage social media.
Companies mentioned：台北醫院、匯流新聞網
Prosecutor-General Hsing Tai-chao has filed an extraordinary appeal with the Supreme Court, arguing that the ruling against Liu Chih-ming, a robber and murderer sentenced to life in prison for killing a former teacher, violated the law.
Tainan Mayor Huang Wei-che attended “Taiwan Festival in KUMAMOTO 2026—Tainan Lantern Festival” in Kumamoto City, promoting Tainan’s agricultural products. He expressed hope for deeper exchanges between Taiwan and Japan.
Garment maker Makalot reported first-quarter revenue of NT$8.896 billion and EPS of NT$4.35. With the impact of tariffs easing and demand expected to rise due to international sporting events, the company forecasts a return to year-over-year growth from the second quarter.
Poland’s president held a phone call with Trump to discuss the reorganization of US forces stationed in Europe and the release of a Polish journalist. After the decision to reduce US troops in Germany, increasing the US military presence in Poland became a key topic.
K-pop group XLOV will hold a concert at the Taipei International Convention Center on May 20. Taiwanese member RUI looks forward to performing in her hometown and promoting Taiwanese street food. British singer Engelbert Humperdinck, 90, will also perform at the venue on Sept. 23.
Actress Da Ya and actor Chen Chien-wen played villains in the drama “A Life of a Hundred Flavors,” filming a scene in which they are splashed with red paint. Da Ya commented that “villains don’t get paid much” and spoke about the challenges of filming.
Original台泥は、フランスのBNPパリバ、モルガン・スタンレー、ゴールドマン・サックスの3社に委託し、ロンドン、パリ、フランクフルト、アムステルダムの4都市を候補に欧州での上場を検討しています。欧州市場の低炭素建材需要、炭素価格メカニズム、電動化、電力市場自由化が主な動機です。
Companies mentioned：法國巴黎銀行 (BNP Paribas)、摩根士丹利 (Morgan Stanley)、高盛 (Goldman Sachs)
Original富世達の第1四半期決算は、売上高41.83億台湾ドル、純利益9.17億台湾ドル、EPS13.38台湾ドルで過去最高を記録し、3四半期連続で1株本超えを達成しました。AIサーバー向け液冷散熱部品の需要が業績を牽引しています。
Companies mentioned：奇鋐
Ukrainian drones attacked an apartment building in Moscow, while a missile strike in eastern Russia killed 4 people and wounded 18. Russia accused Ukraine of attacking infrastructure, escalating tensions.
Japan and Australia issued a joint declaration on economic security cooperation, agreeing to strengthen supply chains for energy, rare earths and food. They also expressed concern about supply chain disruptions caused by China’s export controls.
In the second phase of the public urban renewal project for the Zuoying Naval Dependents’ Village in Kaohsiung, 達麗建設 was selected as the preferred applicant for Units 5, 6 and 7. The project covers about 14,000 ping, with total investment estimated at NT$30.2 billion, and is expected to accelerate preservation and revitalization of the village.
Companies mentioned：達麗建設
Democratic Progressive Party legislators Ho Hsin-chun and Chiu Yi-ying voiced concern that Chinese shiitake mushrooms are being routed through third countries to disguise their origin before entering Taiwan’s market. They urged the Ministry of Agriculture to submit a concrete plan to stop the practice within 1 month.
Companies mentioned：台湾キノコ類発展協会
大同智能 has signed a green electricity purchase agreement with printing plant 白紗科技. The companies will work together to promote corporate energy transition and sustainable development, aiming to reduce carbon emissions and improve energy efficiency.
Companies mentioned：大同公司、白紗科技
Harvesting of large watermelons in Hualien has begun, with AI ripeness testing also introduced. Although flooding of the Matai’an Creek reduced the cultivated area, farmers relocated their plots, improving quality. Total production is about 20,000 tons, and prices are around the usual level.
Companies mentioned：中央社、南台科技大學、味全龍
中華航空 launched a fully revamped official website today. It uses responsive web design and offers services in 12 languages, significantly improving the user experience and the flow of information display.
Companies mentioned：中華航空
A woman who broke her arm while arm wrestling at a wedding banquet sought damages, but her claim was dismissed at both the first and second trials on the grounds that she should have assessed the risks herself. The court ruled that there was no negligence liability for the arm wrestling.
Public health experts say rodent control should focus primarily on environmental management, with poison bait and trapping used only as supplementary measures. They do not recommend using bait at home, as parasites could spread after a rat dies.
Companies mentioned：台北市公共衛生師公會
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Companies mentioned：基隆市立醫院
China has avoided taking a hard line on the US-Iran war and is trying to benefit from both the United States and Iran. The United States has urged China to facilitate talks with Iran, while Chinese companies are reportedly allowed to export military supplies to Iran.
Taiwanese women’s shot put national record holder Chiang Ching-yuan won silver at the National Intercollegiate Athletic Games. She is learning a new technique in the United States and said she was dissatisfied with her result because she has not yet fully mastered it.
Companies mentioned：國體大
Malaysia has adjusted fuel subsidies in response to a surge in crude oil prices caused by the conflict in the Middle East. Although fuel ration allocations have been reduced, there has been no panic buying and consumers have remained orderly. The government said the impact on most people would be limited.
Companies mentioned：Grab、Petronas、Shell、Petron、Caltex、BHPetrol
Japanese media reported that study-abroad fairs promoting Japanese universities, scheduled to take place in various parts of China, were postponed at the last minute. The move is believed to have followed pressure from officials and reflects strained Japan-China ties since Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s remarks on a “Taiwan contingency.”
Pingtung County and the Palau National Museum are jointly holding the special exhibition “Calrisi—Passing Nature On,” deepening exchanges in Indigenous culture through woodcarving, weaving and ancient songs. They signed an MOU to strengthen cooperation between museums and in academic research.
Companies mentioned：屏東県政府、帛琉國家博物館
Original映画「プラダを着た悪魔2」が台湾で公開初日に興行収入1位を獲得し、累計8665万台湾ドルを突破。台湾映画「祭弒」も578万台湾ドルを記録し、ONE OK ROCKのコンサート映画は日本コンサート映画の台湾興行収入で1位となった。
Companies mentioned：中央社
A hidden camera was found in a smoke detector at a beauty clinic in New Taipei City, prompting a police investigation. Pinhole cameras are easy to conceal, and people are advised to use their phone’s flashlight to check places such as hotels and changing rooms.
Companies mentioned：中央社、婦女救援基金會
Forest Endeavour, a company owned by Taiwanese businessman Lin Chen-hai, has acquired the Paradise Centre shopping mall and Novotel Surfers Paradise hotel on Australia’s Gold Coast for A$346.5 million, or about NT$7.9 billion. It is the largest-ever combined hotel and shopping mall investment in Australia.
Companies mentioned：Forest Endeavour、Forbes、阿布達比投資公司 (Abu Dhabi Investment Corp.)、Challenger Life、仲量聯行 (JLL)、McVay Real Estate
The United States plans to hand over the 22 crew members of the Iranian-flagged cargo ship Touska, seized in the Gulf of Oman, to Iranian authorities via Pakistan. Pakistan described the move as a “confidence-building measure” aimed at easing US-Iran tensions.
Companies mentioned：イラン・イスラム共和国海運会社 (IRISL)
A dispute arose after a female passenger who boarded a taxi in front of Taoyuan Station was dropped off just 3 seconds later and charged NT$100. The Taoyuan City Department of Transportation said the driver could face a fine of up to NT$90,000 if the facts are confirmed.
About 420,000 Taiwanese visitors traveled to Hong Kong in the first quarter of this year, up 13.2% from the same period last year. The Hong Kong Tourism Board said inquiries had declined because of higher fuel surcharges, but assessed that Hong Kong was less affected because of its proximity.
Companies mentioned：香港旅遊發展局
PVC maker 華夏 reported first-quarter revenue of NT$2.673 billion, up 8.5% year over year, but posted a net loss of NT$120 million. However, results improved compared with the NT$268 million loss in the same period last year.
Companies mentioned：華夏
RF chipmaker Liji announced that it expects double-digit sales growth this fiscal year, driven by a doubling of WiFi 7 product shipments and strong performance in the second half. Q1 profits declined due to an unfavorable product mix, but the company aims to recover through cost cuts and improved efficiency.
South Korea's KOSPI index hit a record high amid optimism over AI investment and easing tensions in the Middle East, with SK Hynix shares surging more than 12%. The rally was driven by strong earnings from U.S. tech companies and renewed confirmation of investment plans for AI data centers.
Companies mentioned：SK Hynix、Samsung
Taiwan's Tourism Administration and the Korea Tourism Organization jointly held the “Taiwan-Korea Tourism Night” event in Vancouver to attract Canadian visitors. They proposed appealing travel packages combining the two countries' cuisine, health checkups and medical aesthetics services, promoting multi-destination tourism in Asia.
Companies mentioned：Numbeo、大華旅遊、Travel Masters
Dietitian Liu Jieyun warned that restrictive diets such as 168 fasting and low-calorie diets can cause thyroid dysfunction due to nutritional deficiencies, potentially leading to metabolic disorders.
Companies mentioned：聯安預防醫學機構聯青診所
Prosecutor Wu Huiwen, who helped resolve a case involving the sexual abuse of 22 boys by a Nantou baseball team coach over more than 20 years, received the “Clear-Sighted Justice Award.” She said the justice system can be a starting point for victims to trust the world again.
Companies mentioned：法務部
The Animal Protection Office ordered the owner of a dog in Longjing District, Taichung, to make improvements by a deadline after it was reported that the chained dog barked through the night and was kept in poor conditions without drinking water or shade. The owner will be fined if no improvements are made.
Bushiroad announced that “Card Game Festival 2026,” held at Tokyo Big Sight in 2026, was a major success, attracting 23,652 visitors. Following that success, the company has decided to hold “Card Game Festival 2027” next year. The event will run for 3 days for the first time and is set to feature a wide range of TCG events, including titles from previous years.
OriginalＪリーグとKONAMIが共同開催したeスポーツ大会「eＪリーグ eFootball™ 2026シーズン」で、アビスパ福岡が初の優勝を飾った。激戦を制した重田幸輝選手と橋木俊平選手は世界大会の出場権を獲得。この発表は、eスポーツの普及と『eFootball™』シリーズの展開を示す重要なニュースです。
Companies mentioned：日本プロサッカーリーグ、コナミデジタルエンタテインメント、アビスパ福岡、名古屋グランパス
ASFAN, operated by 株式会社ドリームマネージャー, will hold “VAMOS BEACH FESTIVAL 2026,” a fan-participation beach volleyball event featuring Yasuto Mizumachi, a dual-discipline player in volleyball and beach volleyball. The event will take place on June 21 at Ariake Shinsui Seaside Park. Exclusive to fan club members, it will offer opportunities to interact with Mizumachi and try beach volleyball.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ドリームマネージャー、ASFAN
Idol group “MORE STAR” announced that it will release its first single CD in August and digitally release its new song “WITH KAWAII Ron” starting May 13. The surprise announcement was made during the group's solo concert in Tokyo, delighting fans.
Companies mentioned：KAWAII LAB.
Episodes 24–37 of the original drama “Kota Okada, 35, Is Too Popular for His Own Good” will begin streaming on May 4 on “TateDora,” a vertical short-drama app operated by 株式会社DONUTS. Related videos have surpassed 33 million views on social media, and the app has attracted considerable attention, including by ranking No. 1 in the App Store's Entertainment category.
Companies mentioned：株式会社DONUTS、乃木坂46、3時のヒロイン、平成フラミンゴ
Adult ballet studio “Otona Ballet Academy” opened its 9th location, Jiyugaoka Studio, on May 1, 2026. It offers adult-focused lessons emphasizing the fundamentals, further enriching the ballet-learning environment in the Tokyo metropolitan area.
Cyral Trust has successfully secured U.S. patent rights for technology related to its “Authentication and Certification System®.” This establishes a foundation in the world's largest market for protecting the authenticity of all kinds of assets from AI-driven disinformation attacks.
Companies mentioned：サイカルトラスト株式会社、アンソロピック社、英国NCSC、豪州ASD、OpenAI
The puzzle and escape game portal “ESCAPE.ID” surpassed 140,000 registered users as of May 4, 2026. The service has also improved usability, including through the full launch of its search function, and plans to continue rolling out new services as infrastructure for Japan's puzzle-solving culture.
TAC, a school for professional qualifications, will release model answers for the essay portion of the “General Court Staff” civil service exam, to be held on May 9, starting May 15. Access is limited to Data Research registrants. TAC will also offer “Main Exam Data Research,” a free online grading service that assesses multiple-choice exam rankings and provides feedback on correct-answer rates to help candidates gauge their chances of passing.
株式会社ミセカタ will launch “Social Media Literacy Training” for companies in May 2026. A Gen Z representative and an executive who previously built a YouTube channel with 100,000 subscribers will offer distinctive training that helps young employees understand social media while learning firsthand about information leaks and the risk of online backlash.
Companies mentioned：FBS、車検のコバック天草本渡店
Originalあしかがフラワーパークが、例年より早く見頃を迎える500種2500株の春バラを祝し、「Rose Garden～春のバラまつり～」を開催。同時に「きばな藤」も見頃を迎え、夜間ライトアップやフラメンコライブなどのイベントも行われる。
Companies mentioned：足利フラワーリゾート、あしかがフラワーパーク
Original日本初のシネマコンプレックス「イオンシネマ海老名」が2026年5月17日に閉館します。閉館を記念し、愛されてきた「スター・ウォーズ」全作品のTHX上映を最終日まで延長し、最終上映は『スター・ウォーズ エピソード6／ジェダイの帰還』に決定しました。イオン海老名店でも関連イベントを展開し、長年のファンに感謝を伝えます。
Companies mentioned：イオンエンターテイメント株式会社、ぴあ株式会社
The OVERWATCH division of professional esports team “ZETA DIVISION” won every match to take the title at “Overwatch Champions Series 2026 KOREA Stage 1” and secure a spot in “OWCS 2026 ASIA Stage 1.” The announcement showcased the team's overwhelming strength and raised expectations for the Asian competition.
Companies mentioned：GANYMEDE株式会社、Blizzard Entertainment
“San no Ya,” a 13-episode special featuring comedy duo Pumpkin Potato Fry, will begin streaming on May 15 at 20:00 on “GERA,” a radio app operated by Fan Communications. After 2 previous shows under their own name, the duo aims to take things further. The program will be available on GERA and Spotify.
Companies mentioned：ホリプロコム、Spotify
Original株式会社REJECTは、自社ブランド「REJECT GEAR」製品を、2026年5月1日より大手家電量販店ヨドバシカメラの一部店舗および公式通販サイトで販売開始しました。これにより、ゲーミングギアの販路を拡大し、顧客体験を向上させます。
Companies mentioned：ヨドバシカメラ、LAMZU
The 2.5-dimensional idol group Strawberry Prince will mark its 10th anniversary with a collaboration with スイーツパラダイス, offering anniversary cakes in limited quantities. Priced at ¥5,280, the cakes will be available for preorder through STPR ONLINE STORE starting May 9, 2026. The project celebrates a major milestone for the group.
Companies mentioned：スイーツパラダイス、井上商事株式会社
COEDO KAWAGOE F.C, which aims to reach the J.League, has signed an increased silver partner agreement with 株式会社結希 for the 2026 season. Through ATELIER KORPOKKUR First-Class Architect Office and トータルリラクゼーションサロン一凛, 結希 will support regional development in Kawagoe and the club’s activities.
Companies mentioned：株式会社結希、COEDO KAWAGOE F.C株式会社、@ATELIER KORPOKKUR 一級建築士事務所、トータルリラクゼーションサロン一凛
New merchandise, “にじポーズぬいvol.1＆おとなでにむ,” is coming from Nijisanji, the VTuber group run by ANYCOLOR株式会社. Sales begin at 18:00 on May 5, 2026 (Tuesday, national holiday), with a range of items including poseable plush toys and clothing sets.
Companies mentioned：ANYCOLOR株式会社
The 2nd issue of monthly Pia’s ‘とぶ！ぴあ’ goes on sale May 15, unveiling a new ‘Star Wars’ cover illustration by Masamichi Oikawa, his first in about 21 years. The magazine is attracting attention as a new initiative by the information magazine Pia, which returned as a magazine for the first time in 15 years.
Companies mentioned：ぴあ株式会社、イオンシネマ海老名