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As Taiwan stocks hit a record closing high, 南山人寿 Chairman Yin Chong-yao said the AI trend was benefiting Taiwanese manufacturers and expressed cautious optimism about the development of Taiwan’s stock market.
Companies mentioned：南山人寿、中央社
晨暉生物科技, a subsidiary of 保瑞藥業, has acquired U.S. sports and wellness brand WGN for $50 million. The deal aims to strengthen 保瑞藥業’s global sales strategy and establish its position as a leading health food brand group in Taiwan.
Companies mentioned：保瑞藥業、晨暉生物科技、Weider Global Nutrition、WTT Investment、富邦集團、麥肯錫
As concerns grow in Taiwan over the risk of hantavirus and leptospirosis, the Centers for Disease Control said rodents’ excrement and bodily fluids can carry pathogens and emphasized preventive measures: “Keep rodents away, keep them from settling in, and don’t feed them.” The hantavirus situation in Taiwan is currently assessed as being at a low level.
Companies mentioned：新光醫院、衛生福利部疾病管制署、中央社
A 100-year contract for a “successive-beneficiary trust” in Taiwan has reached an agreement to exempt assets from duplicate taxation. Under certain conditions, once tax is paid when the contract is established, inheritance or gift tax will not be charged again when beneficiaries change. The agreement is expected to spur the development of family office services for high-net-worth individuals.
Companies mentioned：金管會 (金融監督管理委員會)、財政部、法務部、信託公會
Benefiting from the AI boom, net sales at Taiwan-listed and over-the-counter companies rose 9.5% in 2025, while operating profit climbed 31.9%. The electronic components industry led all sectors in profitability, with operating profit of 2.1713 trillion yuan and a profit margin of 29.7%.
Thailand’s cabinet has decided to terminate its 2001 agreement with Cambodia on joint offshore energy exploration. The decision is unrelated to the current border dispute, and officials said the agreement had produced no results for many years.
Hiranuma Shojiro, director of the Liberal Democratic Party of Japan’s Youth Division, visited Taiwan and called for stronger cooperation between Japan and Taiwan in economic security and disaster prevention amid growing international instability. During the visit, he exchanged views with Taiwanese political and business figures.
Companies mentioned：日本自民黨青年局、日本青年會議所（JC）日台友好之會
Paris has grappled with rats for more than 100 years, evolving its efforts from encouraging rat-catching to introducing modern smart traps. Climate change and garbage problems are contributing to the growing rat population, and even the latest smart traps have struggled to reduce their overall numbers, putting the focus on improving the environment.
China’s box office revenue over the May Day holiday exceeded the previous year’s total, but average ticket prices fell to their lowest level in 4 years. Subsidies intended to stimulate consumer spending were the main factor behind the price decline, while the spread of short videos is posing challenges for the film market.
The AI app “Doubao,” owned by 字節跳動, remains the leader in China’s AI market and recently launched paid plans. Options include a pro version costing up to 5,088 yuan a year (about NT$23,500), drawing mixed reactions from users. Analysts say rising AI computing costs are behind the move and that charging for large language models is an inevitable trend.
Companies mentioned：字節跳動、蘋果、QuestMobile、阿里雲、騰訊雲、千問、DeepSeek
Airoha, the wireless communications chipmaker under MediaTek, forecast that revenue from its optical communications business would grow more than 2 times this year. It also announced that its broadband and Ethernet products had entered the supply chains of North American cloud service providers (CSPs).
Companies mentioned：聯發科 (MediaTek)、九暘電子
Research by National Chung Hsing University found that natural monoterpene compounds in citrus processing waste restored mitochondrial activity and protected nerve cells in cell experiments. The findings point to potential future applications in biomedicine and health product development.
Taiwan’s men’s team blanked Serbia 3-0 at the ITTF World Team Table Tennis Championships to advance to the round of 16. Young players performed well, led by ace Lin Yun-ju.
Japan’s Tsutaya Books has opened its first directly operated overseas store at Songshan Cultural and Creative Park, intensifying competition with 誠品書店. Xinyi District has become a prime battleground for brick-and-mortar bookstores, and Tsutaya Books is seeking to set itself apart by introducing its SHARE LOUNGE complex.
Companies mentioned：TSUTAYA BOOKSTORE (蔦屋書店)、誠品書店、博客來、Culture Convenience Club (CCC)、得利影視、潤泰、忠泰集團
Unofficial drone cooperation between Taiwan and Ukraine is growing, with more than 100,000 drones made by Taiwanese manufacturers flowing into Ukraine via Eastern Europe. Taiwan has also become a route for parts from China to be rerouted. The New York Times reported that Taiwanese companies are seeking to learn from Ukraine’s battlefield experience and apply those lessons to strengthening military defense.
Companies mentioned：紐約時報 (The New York Times)、經濟部產業發展署、科技、民主與社會研究中心 (DSET)、雷虎科技 (Thunder Tiger Corporation)、Strug、尼羅斯科技 (Neros Technologies)、Auterion
Despite rising tensions in the Middle East, Taiwan’s stock market closed at a record high, while the New Taiwan dollar edged up. Markets are watching geopolitical risks and foreign investor activity.
Singer 金泰佑, formerly 廖柏雅, has released 2 new songs, “Hate on me” and “Just a little,” marking his first new music in 4 years. He said he hopes to keep releasing new work to help listeners become familiar with his music and keep up with the fast pace of today’s music industry.
Companies mentioned：中央社
An international conference hosted by the G7 in Paris called for faster cuts to methane emissions. Such cuts would help mitigate climate change and strengthen energy security, with a particular focus on reducing emissions from the oil and gas industry.
Companies mentioned：国際エネルギー機関 (IEA)
Original光学レンズメーカー大立光の4月売上高は前年比24%増の53.62億台湾ドルでしたが、前月比では1%減少しました。林恩平会長は、5月の出荷が4月より減少すると予測しており、アップルのiPhone新旧モデル交代期の影響を受けています。
Companies mentioned：大立光、アップル
Original台湾の頼清徳総統が史瓦帝尼を訪問した際、以前の飛行許可取り消しにより出席できなかった重要式典を、史瓦帝尼国王が最高規格で「やり直し」て歓迎しました。これは両国の強固な関係を示すものです。
Original日中関係の悪化により、中国の多くの大学が日本への交換留学プログラムを中止していることが「朝日新聞」の調査で判明しました。27大学中21大学が一時停止を表明し、日本の大学でも中国への留学が困難になるなど、両国の教育交流に深刻な影響が出ており、学生たちの夢が打ち砕かれています。
Companies mentioned：朝日新聞、立命館大学、北海道大学、名古屋大学、愛媛大学、島根大学、広島大学、大分大学、鹿児島大学、二松學舍大學
New Taipei City Mayor Hou Yu-ih said reports of rat problems in Taipei and New Taipei had not increased, and emphasized that the city was responding by improving the environment and following central government disease-control guidelines. He also expressed a positive view of President Lai Ching-te’s visit to Eswatini.
Actor Wu Yi-rong said she has little interest in money and described herself as “佛系,” adding that she has received tax refunds every year since getting married. She said she had no work in 2024 and that her income and expenses were equal. She is currently appearing in the Da Ai drama “大愛街2巷,” but said her main source of income is hosting programs for Hakka TV, while her acting work mostly consists of short films and guest roles. Co-star Li Chen-hsiang also talked about his collecting habits.
Companies mentioned：大愛電視、客家電視台
A hantavirus outbreak has occurred aboard the cruise ship “洪迪亞斯號,” and the World Health Organization (WHO) suspects possible human-to-human transmission. So far, 7 cases have been confirmed or suspected, and 3 people have died.
Companies mentioned：世界衛生組織 (WHO)
A recent poll on the 2026 Kaohsiung mayoral election showed Democratic Progressive Party candidate Lai Jui-lung leading Kuomintang candidate Ko Chih-en by 16.3 points. Lai expressed confidence in victory, while Ko said she respected the poll results but remained confident about her own chances.
Companies mentioned：山水民意調査公司
中信兄弟 manager Hirano Keiichi feels the players are making slow progress in their batting skills, particularly bunting. He is trying to draw out their potential by helping them understand what good hitters have in common. Hirano said he is teaching them how to think and use their bodies in pursuit of strengthening the team as a whole.
Companies mentioned：中信兄弟、味全龍
中信兄弟隊 foreign pitcher De Paula made his first-team appearance after 333 days and delivered a strong performance, allowing 1 run over 6 innings. Head coach Hirano Keiichi welcomed his return but said he needs to work on pitching deeper into games and preventing runs in the innings after giving one up.
Companies mentioned：中信兄弟隊、台鋼雄鷹隊
Original連江県長の王忠銘氏が再選への意欲を表明し、中国国民党連江県党部主委の陳雪生氏が支持を表明しました。王氏は、県政に未完の課題があるとし、有権者に再選への支持を求め、馬祖の発展のために立法院議員と協力する意向を示しました。
Companies mentioned：中国国民党
Passengers raised flight safety concerns after a dog was spotted on a runway at Taoyuan International Airport and a magpie was found staying in a terminal for an extended period. The airport company said animals on the airside, including runways, would be removed or captured immediately, while birds inside terminals would be trapped using humane methods.
Companies mentioned：桃園国際空港会社、中華民國野鳥協會、桃園市野生動物救傷收容中心
Renewed tensions in the Middle East have intensified the U.S.-Iran standoff over the Strait of Hormuz, leaving Asian stock markets mixed. Oil prices edged down but remained near high levels.
Companies mentioned：SPI資產管理公司
National Tsing Hua University boxer Kuo Yi-hsuan won gold in the women’s 51kg division at the National Intercollegiate Athletic Games. Her tears after the bout reflected that the gold fulfilled the wishes of her late brother and came on the anniversary of his death. She will continue training for the Asian Games selection on May 26.
Companies mentioned：中央社
Taiwan’s representative office in Surabaya, Indonesia, joined medical institutions from the United States, Japan, Australia and elsewhere to hold an international medical symposium on cancer treatment and smart medicine. More than 300 medical professionals attended, showcasing the achievements of Taiwan’s medical diplomacy.
Companies mentioned：國立台灣大學醫學院附設醫院雲林分院、印尼艾爾朗加大學附設醫院 (Airlangga University Hospital)、德州大學安德森癌症中心 (MD Anderson Cancer Center)、疾病管制暨預防中心 (CDC)、日本國際協力機構 (JICA)、札幌心血管中心 (SCVC)、澳洲艾康癌症中心 (Icon Cancer Centre)、印尼達梅斯癌症醫院 (Dharmais Cancer Hospital)、廣達電腦 (Quanta Computer)
OriginalTrendForceの予測によると、5月のテレビパネル価格は上昇が鈍化し、32〜75インチの全サイズで横ばいになると見込まれています。一部ブランドの注文修正やパネルメーカーの生産調整が要因で、需要の弱含みが見られます。
Companies mentioned：集邦科技（TrendForce）
Hong Kong's GDP growth rate reached 5.9% in the 1st quarter of 2026, the highest in the past 5 years. This was driven by strong demand for AI-related electronic products, an increase in tourists and active financial activity.
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an announced a 2nd citywide cleanup to combat rodent infestations, following the one in February. The city will provide households with assistance from rodent-control specialists, step up market cleaning and require urban redevelopment projects to submit rodent-prevention reports.
Companies mentioned：中央社
Original聯強（Synnex）は、AI需要の好調に牽引され、第1四半期の売上高が1263.57億台湾ドル（前年比38%増）、純利益が29.54億台湾ドル（前年比61.7%増）となり、いずれも過去最高を記録しました。EPSは1.77台湾ドルでした。
Companies mentioned：聯強 (Synnex)
Taiwan's 財政部 announced that starting in 2026, state-owned enterprises with more than 50% government capital will be exempt from house and land taxes when they use public land to operate nonprofit kindergartens or workplace childcare service centers. The measure aims to address the low birthrate and expand public childcare services.
Companies mentioned：財政部、行政院、教育部
The film “Nagi Notes” has been nominated for the main competition at the 79th Cannes Film Festival. The Cultural Content Agency (文策院) said TCCF PITCHING had demonstrated its ability to connect projects with partners. The 2026 TCCF PITCHING Grand Prize will have awards in different categories, and applications are being accepted from today through July 6.
Companies mentioned：文策院、光在影像
Original台積電嘉義廠工地で発生した電纜線窃盗事件で、請負業者と従業員2名が逮捕され、3ヶ月の勾留が決定しました。被害額は約497万台湾ドルに上り、嘉義地方法院は再犯の恐れと証拠隠滅の可能性を指摘しています。
Companies mentioned：台積電
Miaoli County Magistrate Chung Tung-chin, responding to food-safety concerns over imports of U.S. pork, beef and potatoes, instructed the county's health bureau to consider a rewards program for businesses that voluntarily disclose their food sources. The move is intended to help consumers buy and eat food with confidence.
Dentists have stressed the importance of oral care during pregnancy, saying that necessary dental X-rays are safe. Completing dental treatment before pregnancy and having regular dental checkups during pregnancy are essential for the health of both mother and child.
Companies mentioned：三軍總醫院
Taiwan's Ministry of the Interior ordered the dissolution of 中華両岸婚姻家庭服務聯盟, led by Xu Chunying, a spouse from mainland China, for failing to hold elections for its directors and supervisors. Xu has been indicted on suspicion of violating the Anti-Infiltration Act.
Companies mentioned：中華両岸婚姻家庭服務聯盟、中華両岸婚姻協調促進會、中共民政部海峽兩岸婚姻家庭服務中心、中共中國國民黨革命委員會上海市委員會祖國和平統一促進委員會
In response to the United States expanding sanctions on Cuba, China's Foreign Ministry said it firmly opposes U.S. interference in Cuba's internal affairs. China strongly urged the United States to immediately end its blockade and sanctions against Cuba and stop all forms of coercive pressure.
Companies mentioned：中央社
是方電訊 has formed a strategic partnership with global cybersecurity company Radware and launched its “Shield Pro Defense Service.” The service integrates Radware's traffic-cleansing technology with 是方電訊's AI smart data centers and network resources to strengthen cybersecurity for business customers.
Companies mentioned：是方電訊、Radware
Residents affected by the Wang Fuk Court fire in Hong Kong, which killed 168 people in November 2025, have signed a petition calling for a special owners' meeting to discuss an investigation report on the housing estate and long-term housing solutions.
Companies mentioned：合安物業管理有限公司
Original新北市の王男一家がオンラインゲームのゲーム内通貨を現金化する違法な賭博資金洗浄サービスを提供し、2年以上にわたり約80億台湾元以上の資金を扱っていた。刑事局は2度の捜索で30人を逮捕し送検した。
Companies mentioned：刑事局
President Lai Ching-te's visit to Eswatini concluded safely. Diplomatic sources said it reaffirmed the strong ties between Taiwan and its ally and demonstrated Taiwan's willingness to contribute to the international community. The visit overcame external interference and advanced the institutionalization of bilateral cooperation.
Original日本の高市早苗首相が初のオーストラリア訪問で、アルバニージー首相と音楽や食文化を通じて「柔性外交」を展開し、国際情勢が緊迫する中で両国間の信頼関係構築に努めました。
Original台湾で初のヒトH7N7型鳥インフルエンザの国内症例が確認されたが、疾病管制署は公衆衛生リスクを「低リスク」と評価した。人から人への持続的な感染の証拠はないとしている。
Companies mentioned：衛生福利部疾病管制署 (疾管署)、中央社
President Lai Ching-te used a special A340 aircraft belonging to the King of Eswatini to return from his visit. Scholars pointed to the safety of the aircraft's 4 engines and the advantages of a flight route that avoids politically sensitive airspace.
Companies mentioned：華航
Originalプロ野球の中信兄弟が延長戦で3人の代打を出すも無得点に終わり敗戦。相手の台鋼雄鷹はわずか5球でサヨナラ勝ち。中信兄弟の平野恵一監督は、両チームとも同じ戦略だったが結果が異なったと語った。
Companies mentioned：中信兄弟、台鋼雄鷹
Original台達電のタイ子会社が、AI成長による生産能力逼迫に対応するため、約50.41億円相当の機器設備をFUJI CORPORATIONから取得しました。台達電は世界各地で工場建設を進めており、第1四半期は過去2番目の売上高と過去最高の純利益を記録しました。
Companies mentioned：台達電、Delta Electronics (Thailand) Public Company Limited、FUJI CORPORATION
A children's parade was held in Vladivostok, Russia, to mark the 81st anniversary of victory in World War II. The participation of Chinese 1st graders wearing uniforms of the Eighth Route Army sparked controversy in China, where critical online comments and reports were deleted.
Companies mentioned：新華社
A French brewery began selling a beer called “John Lemon,” named after the late John Lennon, and Yoko Ono demanded that sales stop over trademark infringement. The dispute drew attention, and the beer nearly sold out.
Companies mentioned：印刷工場醸造所 (L'Imprimerie brewery)、衛報 (The Guardian)、中央社、法新社
Starting with academic year 116 (2027), Taiwan's unified admission examination system for 4-year and 2-year colleges will change, with subjects in the unified test becoming elective. The Recruitment Strategy Committee will hold information sessions to help applicants keep up with the latest information.
Companies mentioned：技專校院招生策略委員會
Winbond Electronics forecast that shortages of DRAM and Flash memory will continue and that prices will keep rising. Structural supply gaps in products such as DDR4 and LPDDR4 are expected to persist beyond 2026.
The 金門県政府 and Tri-Service General Hospital signed a medical cooperation memorandum, making remote specialist outpatient services at health centers routine. The initiative aims to narrow the healthcare gap on outlying islands and improve medical capacity, offering services in 5 major specialties, including neurology and orthopedics.
Companies mentioned：金門県政府、国国防医大学三軍総病院
Taiwan's Central Weather Administration issued localized heavy-rain alerts for 8 counties and cities, including New Taipei City, Hsinchu County and Miaoli County. It warned of lightning, strong gusts, landslides in mountainous areas and river flooding.
Companies mentioned：中央氣象署
Taipei police are under investigation over suspected misconduct in processing traffic tickets in 2020. The Taipei District Prosecutors Office directed searches and questioned 4 police officers. The Neihu Police Precinct said it was cooperating with the investigation and would handle the matter in accordance with the law.
Companies mentioned：台北地檢署、警政署、市警局督察室、北市內湖警分局、中央社
Original南投県で、AIが生成した文案で水晶ブレスレットに健康効果を謳いネット販売していた男性が、薬事法違反で60万台湾ドルの罰金処分を受けた。衛生局は、誇大な治療効果を謳う商品の取締りを強化している。
Companies mentioned：南投縣政府衛生局、中央社
New Taipei mayoral candidates Li Sichuan and Su Qiaohui attended an architects' association general meeting to seek support. The 2 met and shook hands at the venue. Both said they would treat the results of recent opinion polls as “a reference.”
Companies mentioned：國民黨、民進黨、震傳媒
Original苗栗県はYouBikeステーションを拡大し、県内全18郷鎮市への設置を目指す。利用者が1000万人を突破し、利便性向上と低炭素社会の実現を目指す。
Companies mentioned：YouBike公司
Taiwan's Central Weather Administration said the weather would be stable from May 6 to 7, but rain would return on the 8th and 9th, bringing cooler conditions to northern Taiwan and the Yilan and Hualien areas. From around Mother's Day on the 10th, mostly cloudy to sunny and stable weather is expected across the country.
Companies mentioned：中央氣象署、中央社
Taiwan Premier Cho Jung-tai said subsidies for small and medium-sized businesses and social welfare would be given equal priority in next year's general budget. The government plans to comprehensively strengthen support for these businesses, aiming for fairer economic distribution and development.
Companies mentioned：千里眼精密部件股份有限公司
Original台湾の頼清徳総統が外交部長の林佳龍氏と共に史瓦帝尼を訪問し、両国の強固な関係を再確認しました。林外交部長は、外交活動は専門性とチームワークの結晶であり、国家の主権と利益を守る具体的な行動であると強調しました。
Companies mentioned：中央社
Keelung Mayor Hsieh Kuo-liang was hospitalized at Taipei Veterans General Hospital with influenza B. The hospital said there was “no cause for concern,” while the CDC said influenza B was the dominant strain in circulation, but the overall outbreak was trending downward.
Original群光電能の第1四半期EPSは1.01元で、第2四半期の売上高は第1四半期を上回ると予想されています。ノートPC市場の需要継続と通信電源の需要増加が背景にあり、同社はコスト上昇を価格転嫁する方針です。
Companies mentioned：群光電能
The conflict in the Middle East has sent fuel costs and airfares soaring, putting pressure on the tourism industry. A strong El Niño is also forecast, raising concerns about increased energy demand in Asia, reduced hydropower generation and impacts on crop harvests.
Companies mentioned：漢莎航空（Lufthansa）、北欧航空（Scandinavian Airlines）、瑞安航空（Ryanair）、フィンランド航空（Finnair）、Kunji Travel
The CEO of the Semiconductor Industry Association (SEMI) urged Southeast Asian countries to expand their semiconductor production facilities. The goal is to encourage geographic diversification of production in Asia to address geopolitical risks and vulnerabilities in supply chains.
Companies mentioned：SEMI、英特爾 (Intel)、超微 (AMD)
The Taipei District Prosecutors Office has launched an investigation into 4 officers at the Neihu Precinct of the Taipei City Police Department on suspicion of leaking confidential information and improperly handling traffic citations. Prosecutors and investigators searched 8 locations and questioned people involved.
Companies mentioned：台北市警察局內湖分局、台北地檢署、法務部調查局台北市調查處機動站、內政部警政署督察室、台北市政府警察局督察室、中央社
Compal (仁宝) and Taipei Medical University signed a memorandum of cooperation to build a next-generation smart hospital ecosystem. Centered on “Digital AI x Physical AI,” the two parties aim to establish a model for smart hospitals in Taiwan that can be rolled out internationally.
Companies mentioned：仁寶 (Compal)、台北醫學大學、中央社
An explosion at a fireworks factory in Changsha, Hunan Province, China, killed 26 people and injured 61. In response, Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council expressed condolences to the victims and sympathy for the injured, and wished for a swift recovery.
Companies mentioned：華盛煙花製造燃放有限公司、陸委會、中央社、新華社、海峽交流基金會
A 37-year-old dialysis patient with severe infective endocarditis was saved at 門諾醫院 in Hualien, Taiwan, after undergoing emergency surgery involving two thoracotomies despite a survival rate of just 5%. Thanks to the dedication of doctors and the family’s decision, the patient has come through the crisis and is recovering.
Companies mentioned：門諾醫院、亞東醫院
The 南湖國小弦樂團 held a concert in Singapore in collaboration with the local 少兒愛樂樂團. The Taiwanese students showcased their outstanding musical talent and received an enthusiastic response from local residents.
Companies mentioned：新加坡少兒愛樂樂團
A city councilor raised concerns about large mobile LED advertising trucks in Taipei, citing illegal modifications, noise and traffic violations, and criticized poor coordination among relevant departments. The Transportation Department announced plans to work with police and the Environmental Protection Bureau to step up enforcement.
洪翊桓, director-general of the 彰化縣芳苑鄉農會, died suddenly while visiting the United Kingdom, and the association expressed profound condolences. To ensure the smooth continuation of operations, secretary 辜怡甄 is temporarily performing the director-general’s duties.
Companies mentioned：彰化芳苑鄉農會、彰化縣農會、中央社
Taiwan’s stock market hit a record high, with the TAIEX closing at 40769.29 points. Foreign investors were net buyers of NT$3.939 billion, purchasing 116,407 lots of 群創 shares in particular.
Companies mentioned：群創、台積電、聯發科、鴻海、信驊、南亞、台新新光金、元大高股息（0056）、凱基金、中信金、群益台灣精選高息（00919）、力積電、南亞科、主動統一台股增長（00981A）、主動群益台灣強棒（00982A）、主動群益科技創新（00992A）、元大台灣50（0050）、主動國泰動能高息（00400A）、友達、富采、台泥、台企銀、中鋼
Taiwan’s Food and Drug Administration announced that cadmium levels exceeding the regulatory limit had been detected in a popular Japanese baby rice cracker. A total of 2 batches weighing more than 177kg were returned or disposed of, and the manufacturer’s products will be subject to ongoing inspections.
Companies mentioned：食藥署、亀田製菓株式會社、完美通商股份有限公司
東園國小少棒隊 head coach 賴敏男 threw the ceremonial first pitch at the MLB Giants’ Taiwan Day. The appearance made up for the cancellation of the first pitch at the Athletics’ Taiwan Day last year and brought a new honor to Taiwan’s baseball community.
Companies mentioned：MLB巨人、MLB運動家、觀光署、駐舊金山辦事處、長榮航空
Taipei City’s Health Department, consumer protection officers and police conducted an unannounced joint inspection of the clinic’s Taipei branches after a pinhole camera was reportedly found at 板橋愛爾麗診所. The city government said it was prioritizing the protection of residents’ privacy and would fully cooperate with the investigation.
Companies mentioned：愛爾麗診所 (Erlie Clinic)
A multidisciplinary team at 三軍総病院 announced that it had saved a woman who was on the verge of a miscarriage after developing a severe dental infection during pregnancy, enabling both mother and child to come through childbirth safely. The case highlights the importance of oral care during pregnancy and the success of collaborative, multidisciplinary care.
Companies mentioned：三軍総病院、中央社
Original富世達は2026年第1四半期に過去最高の1株あたり13.38元を達成。総経理の徐安賜氏は、AIサーバー需要の好調により液冷クイックコネクタやサーバーレールなどの主要部品が倍増の成長を見込み、年間を通して業績が向上すると述べた。
Companies mentioned：富世達、輝達 (Nvidia - 製品関連)
Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai directed city departments to step up environmental cleanup and rat control after a series of hantavirus cases in Taipei and New Taipei. The city aims to protect public health by enforcing measures at markets, night markets, construction sites and other locations.
The 環境部 urged the public to drain food waste into the sewage system and not dump it directly into storm drains. In response to rat problems in Taipei, the ministry said improper food-waste disposal contributes to an increase in rats and called on local governments to strengthen management.
Companies mentioned：環境部、台北市環保局、衛生福利部
南投郵局 donated NT$31,780 and 30 boxes of adult diapers to support charitable services for people in a vegetative state. It has also set up “愛心專區（愛のコーナー）” at 40 post offices across Nantou County, encouraging donations to the 創世基金會草屯分院. The donations will help cover costly diaper expenses, with 20,000 diapers needed each month.
Companies mentioned：南投郵局、創世基金會草屯分院
Taiwan’s active ETF market is booming, with 4 new active ETFs—野村台湾高配当, 富邦台湾龍耀, 聯博動能50 and 中信台湾収益成長—launched in succession. This gives investors a wider range of options and increases market flexibility.
Companies mentioned：野村投信、富邦投信、聯博投信、中信投信、日盛投信
Copper-clad laminate maker Elite Material (聯茂) announced a cash capital increase of 1 billion baht in its Thai subsidiary, ITEQ Corporation (Thailand) LTD., for long-term investment. The cumulative investment in the subsidiary will reach 2 billion baht, giving it an ownership stake of approximately 100%.
Companies mentioned：ITEQ Corporation (Thailand) LTD.、亜泰金屬工業股份有限公司
Gas cylinders spilled onto the road from a cargo truck in Zhubei, Hsinchu County. No one was injured, but police reported the driver for violating the Act Governing the Punishment of Violation of Road Traffic Regulations. The accident highlighted the importance of safety measures when transporting hazardous materials.
Original嘉義県東石漁人碼頭で「2026東石海之夏」が7月18、19日と25、26日の週末に開催され、最終日の7月26日夜には海上花火ショーが予定されています。県政府は漁港をミニチュアパークに変え、家族連れを誘致しています。
As Japan seeks to diversify its crude oil sources amid worsening conditions in the Middle East, crude oil produced at Russia’s “Sakhalin 2” has arrived in Japan for the first time. It is the first delivery of Russian crude oil to Japan since the Strait of Hormuz was effectively closed.
Companies mentioned：太陽石油、ロシア天然ガス工業会社 (Gazprom)、三菱商事、三井物産
Vanguard International Semiconductor announced changes to the operating plan for its Singapore subsidiary VSMC, including the addition of silicon interposer products. The investment amount will be reduced from US$7.8 billion to US$6.7 billion, while monthly capacity in 2029 will be cut from 55,000 wafers to 44,000 wafers. The construction of VSMC’s second wafer fab is also under consideration.
Companies mentioned：VSMC、恩智浦 (NXP)、台積電 (TSMC)
新北市政府 held a press conference on the opening ceremony of the 115th National Games for People with Disabilities, to be held on May 23, and announced that singer Bii and others would perform. Residents can apply online for tickets through a lottery starting today.
Companies mentioned：新北市政府、新北市體育局、伊貝特報名網
Taiwan’s Ministry of Digital Affairs announced that more than 9.03 million people used direct bank transfers to receive the NT$10,000 cash payment for all residents. To combat fraud, it has also introduced a two-pronged system: publicizing the sole official website and pre-registering 110 spoofed websites for analysis and shutdown, with 17 taken down.
Original経済部によると、台湾の37の新興企業が「SelectUSA投資サミット」の新興企業コンテストに参加し、1金3銀1銅を獲得して全体で世界トップの成績を収めた。特に巨生生醫が健康科技分野で世界1位を獲得した。
Companies mentioned：經濟部、巨生生醫、黑色方案、沃能科技、雄聯智能生醫、澤龍智能、工業技術研究院
カラフルピーチ, a creator group affiliated with UUUM, successfully completed its first nationwide fan meeting tour, drawing a total audience of approximately 30,000. It also announced “からぴちパラダイス ARENA TOUR 2026 〜シンフォニーエクスプレス〜,” its largest-ever arena tour, starting in October 2026.
Companies mentioned：UUUM株式会社、株式会社JTB、JR東海、JR東日本
“Project for Gulf in JP,” a fan community for popular Thai actor Gulf Kanawut, donated 1,640 food items and other goods to ドナルド・マクドナルド・ハウス locations at 12 sites nationwide. The charitable initiative was organized by fans inspired by Gulf’s belief in “giving back to society the love you receive.”
Companies mentioned：ドナルド・マクドナルド・ハウス、テレビ東京、GUCCI、オニツカタイガー
Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens / Ropeway will hold the “Rose & Lavender Fair 2026” from May 9 to July 5, 2026. Located atop a mountain at an elevation of 400m, this resort facility offers an elegant space filled with color and fragrance across its 2 rose gardens and diverse lavender fields, promising visitors a graceful day.
Companies mentioned：神戸リゾートサービス株式会社
New-generation Rapper / Artist KTCHAN is set to appear at Sengoku MCBATTLE for the first time in 2 years. After receiving an offer from MC正社員 at a hip-hop event on May 4, KTCHAN will compete in “Sengoku MCBATTLE Chapter 42,” to be held at CLUB CITTA’ on June 20.
Companies mentioned：CLUB CITTA’、eplus.jp
A survey conducted by クリケットジャパン株式会社 revealed psychological barriers to using fire extinguishers. In response, the company’s “fire blanket” is drawing attention as a new home fire-safety tool that can be used intuitively without making a mess.
Companies mentioned：クリケットジャパン株式会社、一般社団法人日本マタニティフード協会
OriginalMINMIとINFINITY16が約14年ぶりに共演し、花火大会「桜華爛漫」から生まれた2曲「桜華爛漫」と「大切な君のそば」を2週連続でデジタルリリースします。MINMIは2026年10月に初の日本武道館公演も決定しており、新たな節目を迎える中での注目作です。
Companies mentioned：AGEHA ENTERTAINMENT.,ltd、StudioBeat3