# AI News 180m Report｜2026-05-07 00:00–03:00 JST

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 19 items from 1 source; Japan, 3 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Suspected debt-collection dispute at Keelung restaurant erupts in violence; slash to carotid artery proves fatal

- Published: 2026-05-07T02:19:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605070007.aspx
- anchor: #n315889

In a restaurant in Keelung, Taiwan, a man surnamed Li was arguing with a suspect, also surnamed Li, while trying to collect a debt from him when the suspect cut his carotid artery with a glass bottle, killing him. Police arrested the suspect and are investigating the motive and circumstances.

## Bloomberg: Iran weighs U.S. peace proposal, expected to respond within two days

- Published: 2026-05-07T02:11:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605070006.aspx
- anchor: #n315890
- Companies mentioned: Bloomberg News、ISNA (Iranian Students' News Agency)

According to Bloomberg, Iran is evaluating a new peace proposal put forward by the United States to end the conflict over about 10 weeks, and is expected to respond through Pakistan within 2 days. The proposal includes a phased reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the lifting of the U.S. blockade of ports.

## Tainan guavas become a group-buying hit after London exhibition; more than 400 airlifted to the UK

- Published: 2026-05-07T01:51:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605070005.aspx
- anchor: #n315888
- Companies mentioned: 龍好家、龍媽食堂、中央社

Guavas promoted by Tainan City at the International Food & Drink Event (IFE) in the United Kingdom sold briskly through group buying after an exhibition in London, with more than 400 flown in. This marked the first time Taiwanese guavas had been commercially imported into the U.K. market. The local Taiwanese company 龍好家 handled the imports and sales, testing the supply chain’s potential.

## Shell trading company suspected of laundering 1 billion; Taipei prosecutors seek detention and ban on visits for 8 suspects

- Published: 2026-05-07T01:25:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605070004.aspx
- anchor: #n315885
- Companies mentioned: 順発成功貿易公司

Taipei prosecutors have requested the detention of suspect Zhou Wenjie and 8 others on suspicion that Zhou, who established the shell company 順発成功貿易公司, laundered more than NT$1 billion for a fraud and gambling syndicate.

## CNN founder Ted Turner dies at 87; Trump hails him as a giant in broadcasting history

- Published: 2026-05-07T01:23:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605070003.aspx
- anchor: #n315886
- Companies mentioned: Turner Enterprises、CNN、Time Warner

CNN founder Ted Turner has died at the age of 87. A towering figure who established 24-hour news services and built a media empire, he was also mourned by former President Trump.

## Middle East peace shows a glimmer of hope; European stocks close higher, oil prices retreat

- Published: 2026-05-07T01:21:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605070002.aspx
- anchor: #n315887

Expectations for an end to the Iran war grew, and major European stock markets rose on the 6th while international oil prices fell sharply. The London FTSE 100, Frankfurt DAX and Paris CAC 40 all posted gains of more than 2%.

## TPBL: Abasi unable to lead team to advancement; DEA signals coaching staff changes

- Published: 2026-05-07T00:41:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605060409.aspx
- anchor: #n315884
- Companies mentioned: 新北国王

New Taipei CTBC DEA of Taiwan’s professional basketball league (TPBL) missed the playoffs, failing to qualify for the postseason for 2 consecutive seasons. In response, general manager Liu Zhiwei said changes to the coaching staff were unavoidable.

## Reports say U.S. and Iran may reach agreement; Wall Street surges in early trading

- Published: 2026-05-07T00:17:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605060408.aspx
- anchor: #n315881
- Companies mentioned: 盛寶金融 (Saxo Markets)、Axios

Following reports that the United States and Iran were nearing an agreement to resume oil shipments, international crude oil prices fell sharply, while stock markets around the world—particularly Wall Street—rose significantly. The move has brought fresh optimism to markets and raised hopes of easing inflation risks.

## Chen Chung-yu's two hits help the Lions to 4 straight wins; Monkeys fall to Guardians for 4th straight loss

- Published: 2026-05-07T00:11:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605060406.aspx
- anchor: #n315882
- Companies mentioned: 統一7-ELEVEn獅隊、台鋼雄鷹隊、富邦悍將隊、樂天桃猿隊

The Uni-President 7-ELEVEn Lions beat the TSG Hawks 4-1 to extend their winning streak to 4 games, fueled by Lin Ching-kai’s return and Chen Chung-yu’s 2 hits. Meanwhile, the Fubon Guardians defeated the Rakuten Monkeys 7-1, handing the Monkeys their 4th consecutive loss.

## Relatives of Liu Shih-fang dismissed by Taiwanese company; MAC: Seriously harms cross-strait relations

- Published: 2026-05-07T00:09:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605065005.aspx
- anchor: #n315879
- Companies mentioned: 榮炭科技有限公司

Rongtan Technology Co., Ltd., a Taiwan-affiliated company in China, announced that it had dismissed a relative of Taiwan Interior Minister Liu Shih-fang. In response, Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council strongly condemned China’s efforts to make Taiwanese companies state their political positions, calling the move “seriously damaging to cross-strait relations,” and warned Taiwanese companies to reconsider investing in China.

## TPBL's O'Day reaches 10 in two categories as Kings extend winning streak, beat DEA to reach playoffs and vie to defend title

- Published: 2026-05-07T00:06:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605060405.aspx
- anchor: #n315883
- Companies mentioned: 新北國王、新北中信特攻

TPBLの衛冕軍である新北國王は、洋将のオースティン・デイエが21得点、11リバウンドの活躍、林書緯の多才なプレーにより、新北中信特攻を96対90で破り、「下剋上」を達成してプレーオフに進出しました。これにより、連覇への挑戦権を保持しています。

## Auden subsidiary injects US$4 million into its Vietnam sub-subsidiary

- Published: 2026-05-06T23:57:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605063008.aspx
- anchor: #n315880
- Companies mentioned: AUDEN TECHNO (BVI) CORPORATION、AUDEN TECHNO VIETNAM CO.,LTD.

Auden Technology Co.’s subsidiary AUDEN TECHNO (BVI) CORPORATION announced a capital increase of US$4 million in its Vietnamese subsidiary, AUDEN TECHNO VIETNAM CO.,LTD. The capital increase is intended to support the group’s business expansion, diversification of production sites, and long-term business development.

## Brothers' Roko pitches 6 scoreless innings to tame Dragons; jokes about teammate's error: “He needs to learn to dance”

- Published: 2026-05-06T23:56:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605060404.aspx
- anchor: #n315870
- Companies mentioned: 中信兄弟、味全龍

中信兄弟 starter Rodriguez (羅戈) delivered a strong performance, allowing no runs over 6 innings against 味全龍. With support from the offense, the team won 6-0, ending its 3-game losing streak. There were fielding errors during the game, but Rodriguez responded with humor.

## Director Li Xiangxiu climbed until her knees became inflamed while filming the beauty of Taiwan's sacred trees, but has no regrets

- Published: 2026-05-06T23:56:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202605060402.aspx
- anchor: #n315872

Independent film director 李香秀 directed the ecological documentary 神木之島, hoping to raise interest in mountain forests. She said that despite injuring her knee during filming, she has no regrets about learning about Taiwan’s beautiful mountain forests.

## Pinhole cameras suspected at Eirly; Taoyuan councilor Huang Chiung-hui says public has formed a self-help group

- Published: 2026-05-06T23:51:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605060398.aspx
- anchor: #n315876
- Companies mentioned: 愛爾麗診所、理然全球法律事務所

Following the discovery of a pinhole camera at the 愛爾麗診所 Banqiao branch, Taoyuan City councilor 黃瓊慧 announced that affected residents had formed a self-help association and were seeking to restore their rights through a class-action lawsuit. 理然全球法律事務所 is currently providing support.

## Chang Hsiu-ching trains for concert with long-distance cycling 3 days a week

- Published: 2026-05-06T23:51:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202605060401.aspx
- anchor: #n315873

Golden Melody Award-winning singer 張秀卿 is undergoing a wide range of physical training ahead of the “辣妹駕到2” concert tour, set to take place on July 11, including long-distance cycling 3 times a week, weight training, table tennis and horseback riding. 李子森 has been confirmed as a guest.

## WHO director-general: Hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship differs from emergency in early days of COVID

- Published: 2026-05-06T23:46:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605060403.aspx
- anchor: #n315871
- Companies mentioned: 世界衛生組織 (WHO)

世界保健機関（WHO）のテドロス事務局長は、クルーズ船で発生したハンタウイルス感染症の流行は、新型コロナウイルス感染症の初期の緊急事態とは異なり、世界的なリスクは低いと述べました。感染者3名はオランダへ搬送されました。

## MOFA: Taiwan working with partners to build an Asia-Pacific hub for a democratic drone supply chain

- Published: 2026-05-06T23:41:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605060399.aspx
- anchor: #n315875

Taiwan Foreign Ministry Executive Director 江振瑋 said Taiwan plays an important role in the global non-“Red Supply Chain” for drones and aims, through cooperation with friendly countries, to make Taiwan the Asia-Pacific hub of a democratic drone supply chain.

## Changhua man suspected of drug-impaired driving that killed 2 and injured 2 detained after leaving hospital

- Published: 2026-05-06T23:33:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605060400.aspx
- anchor: #n315874

A man surnamed Kao caused a crash in Changhua County while driving under the influence of drugs, killing 2 people and injuring 2 others. He was arrested after being discharged from the hospital. A blood test came back positive for amphetamines, and he was indicted on charges of causing death and injury through dangerous driving. His detention was ordered.

## Even when it folds, no compromise. Experience an evolved reformer!

- Published: 2026-05-07T00:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000015.000163803.html
- anchor: #n315878

MIYABI announced a new model, “The Pro EditionⅠ,” that challenges conventional ideas about foldable Pilates reformers. It delivers stability, ease of use and durability comparable to a fixed model, and advance reservations will open on May 7.

## 2026 “BEST100 Companies Where Women Thrive”: 東京海上日動火災保険 ranks No. 1 overall

- Published: 2026-05-07T00:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000296.000041279.html
- anchor: #n315877
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社日経BP、日本経済新聞社グループ、東京海上日動火災保険、ゆうちょ銀行、EY Japan、PwC Japanグループ、日本航空、SMBC日興証券、大和証券グループ、デロイト トーマツ グループ、NTT東日本、明治安田生命保険、住友生命保険、日本生命保険

Nikkei BP and 日本経済新聞社グループ conducted a survey on women’s advancement in the workplace and announced the 2026 “BEST100 Companies Where Women Thrive.” 東京海上日動火災保険 ranked No. 1 overall, recognized for eliminating regional work assignments and introducing a mentoring system. The survey measures women’s job satisfaction and workplace conditions, and this is its 24th edition.

## [Kyoto・Yanagidani Kannon] Early summer tradition “Hydrangea Week 2026” includes a special opening available only this year

- Published: 2026-05-06T23:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000171301.html
- anchor: #n315869
- Companies mentioned: フェリシモ

“Hydrangea Week 2026” will be held at Yanagidani Kannon Yokokuji in Kyoto starting June 1, 2026. Visitors can enjoy a range of attractions, including a special opening of the Kamishoin, a filming location for the movie 黒牢城, and exhibits inspired by the historical drama “Toyotomi Brothers!”