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These strategic personnel measures are intended to strengthen the company’s efforts to recruit and develop talented employees as it aims to become a global hotel chain.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "株式会社西武・プリンスホテルズワールドワイド", "西武グループ" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T14:30:54+09:00", "source_type": "prtimes", "source_name": "PR TIMES", "country": "JP", "country_name": "Japan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003669.000024668.html", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329164, "anchor": "n329164", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329164", "title": "はじめての3DGSモデル作成を福岡で体験。最新ハンディスキャナー PortalCam 無料セミナーを5月19日（火）・22日（金）に開催｜各回先着5名", "title_state": "original", "summary": "株式会社セキド will hold free seminars in Fukuoka on May 19 and 22, 2026, on creating 3DGS models using XGRIDS社’s latest PortalCam handheld scanner. Limited to the first 5 participants per session, the seminars will demonstrate techniques for producing high-resolution 3D models and suggest applications in a wide range of fields, including VR and game development and real estate promotion.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "株式会社セキド", "株式会社レイメイセキド", "XGRIDS社", "DJI" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T14:30:14+09:00", "source_type": "prtimes", "source_name": "PR TIMES", "country": "JP", "country_name": "Japan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001206.000016343.html", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329165, "anchor": "n329165", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329165", "title": "[JAF Kagoshima] Participants wanted for first-ever traditional “hanzucha” tea-making event! 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With the cooperation of Kagoshima Prefectural College’s Tea Education Research Group and 鹿児島市茶手もみ保存会, this is a rare opportunity to experience the production method for hanzucha, considered a fabled tea.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "JAF鹿児島支部", "鹿児島県立短期大学 お茶育研究会", "鹿児島市茶手もみ保存会" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T14:30:05+09:00", "source_type": "prtimes", "source_name": "PR TIMES", "country": "JP", "country_name": "Japan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000007013.000010088.html", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329176, "anchor": "n329176", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329176", "title": "How much can you say about why you chose a particular cosmetic? “Shoku Cos Festival 2026,” an event reexamining how people choose cosmetics, to be held for the first time in Ebisu on Saturday, June 27, 2026", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "L-FLAT Inc. will hold the first Shoku Cos Festival 2026 in Ebisu on June 27, 2026, an event that explores the stories and beliefs behind cosmetics that are difficult to convey through advertising. 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Meeting demand from fans and craft enthusiasts, the service offers a three-dimensional look and premium feel that printing cannot achieve, at low prices and with short delivery times.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "株式会社イメージ・マジック" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T14:30:01+09:00", "source_type": "prtimes", "source_name": "PR TIMES", "country": "JP", "country_name": "Japan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000049.000085001.html", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329173, "anchor": "n329173", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329173", "title": "“Eating Giant Otter” joins the short-video reporting team", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "株式会社ベクトル announced that “Eating Giant Otter,” which shares TikTok Shop trends, has joined its proprietary short-video media network, “Short-Video Reporting Team.” The addition is expected to increase product awareness and purchase intent.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "株式会社ベクトル" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T14:30:01+09:00", "source_type": "prtimes", "source_name": "PR TIMES", "country": "JP", "country_name": "Japan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000055.000168208.html", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329172, "anchor": "n329172", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329172", "title": "[Free trial sessions begin May 15] ZEAL BOXING FITNESS Niigata Yoneyama opens grandly on May 29, just a 10-minute walk from Niigata Station!", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "株式会社ZEAL will hold the grand opening of ZEAL BOXING FITNESS Niigata Yoneyama on May 29. 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Made with authentic wheat noodles, the product can be stored at room temperature for 3 years and is available for preorder on the official e-commerce site.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "合同会社シースリープ" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T14:30:01+09:00", "source_type": "prtimes", "source_name": "PR TIMES", "country": "JP", "country_name": "Japan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000073.000046590.html", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329170, "anchor": "n329170", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329170", "title": "[Reservations sold out immediately] The company-operated Kimagure Shokudo marks its 1st anniversary. 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In response to challenges including the limited number of nearby restaurants and rising prices, it offers warm meals at affordable prices through a reservation system and limited quantities, curbing food waste while significantly improving employees’ lunchtime environment and satisfaction.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T14:30:01+09:00", "source_type": "prtimes", "source_name": "PR TIMES", "country": "JP", "country_name": "Japan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000117.000139758.html", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329169, "anchor": "n329169", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329169", "title": "[Webinar scheduled for May 28] [Online return-to-work support] eRework and HARMONY service briefing", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "株式会社アドバンテッジリスクマネジメント will hold an online seminar on support for employees returning from leave, “eRework and HARMONY Service Briefing,” on May 28, 2026. It aims to help companies address return-to-work support challenges through online return-to-work programs, visualization of recovery progress, GPS-based commuting practice and other services.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T14:30:01+09:00", "source_type": "prtimes", "source_name": "PR TIMES", "country": "JP", "country_name": "Japan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000350.000024618.html", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329168, "anchor": "n329168", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329168", "title": "Nearly half of people pursuing their fandom activities use cars! High efficiency and ease of sharing rides are reasons people favor car travel", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "A survey conducted by パーク２４株式会社 found that about half of people pursuing their fandom activities use cars, citing efficiency and the ease of transporting belongings. Fandom activities are particularly popular among younger people, who use cars to attend concerts and events, buy merchandise, and visit locations associated with their favorite works.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T14:30:01+09:00", "source_type": "prtimes", "source_name": "PR TIMES", "country": "JP", "country_name": "Japan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000843.000008705.html", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329167, "anchor": "n329167", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329167", "title": "[RIHGA Royal Hotel Osaka] It looks “just like a melon.” The blissfully cool Royal Melon Parfait is here", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "RIHGA Royal Hotel Osaka is offering the Royal Melon Parfait for a limited time, lavishly made with seasonal melon. Featuring chocolate shaped like a melon, it is a luxurious treat to enjoy while taking in views of the Japanese garden.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T14:30:01+09:00", "source_type": "prtimes", "source_name": "PR TIMES", "country": "JP", "country_name": "Japan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002355.000016682.html", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329166, "anchor": "n329166", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329166", "title": "Earned the top “AAA” rating in the global ESG investment benchmark “MSCI ESG Ratings” for 6 consecutive years since 2021", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Hankyu Hanshin Holdings has earned the top “AAA” rating in the global ESG investment benchmark “MSCI ESG Ratings” for 6 consecutive years since 2021. The result reflects high recognition of its efforts in environmental conservation and occupational health and safety.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "MSCI", "年金積立金管理運用独立行政法人（GPIF）", "FTSE JPX Blossom Japan Index", "MSCI日本株ESGセレクト・リーダーズ指数", "MSCI日本株女性活躍指数（WIN）", "FTSE JPX Blossom Japan Sector Relative Index", "S&P/JPX カーボン・エフィシェント指数", "Morningstar 日本株式ジェンダー・ダイバーシティ・ティルト指数（除くREIT）" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T14:30:01+09:00", "source_type": "prtimes", "source_name": "PR TIMES", "country": "JP", "country_name": "Japan", "source_language": "ja", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002523.000005179.html", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331197, "anchor": "n331197", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331197", "title": "Indonesia's Mount Dukono erupts, leaving 3 dead; authorities confirm all hikers evacuated", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Indonesia’s Mount Dukono erupted, killing 3 hikers. Authorities announced that all 15 people who had been missing were rescued and taken to hospital.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "印尼火山和地質災害減災中心 (Indonesian Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard Mitigation)", "法新社 (AFP)", "英國廣播公司 (BBC)" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T17:26:06+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605080224.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331192, "anchor": "n331192", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331192", "title": "被李四川指一代傳一代 蘇巧慧：我非黨國威權二代", "title_state": "original", "summary": "KMT’s Lee Sichuan and DPP’s Su Chiao-hui clashed over “generational succession” in the New Taipei mayoral race. Lee emphasized that he had worked his way up and criticized Su as someone whose position was handed down from one generation to the next. Su responded that she was a “second-generation democrat,” not the second generation of authoritarian party-state rule.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T17:25:35+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605080229.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331193, "anchor": "n331193", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331193", "title": "Delta Electronics' April revenue reaches NT$58.6 billion, up 43.9% year on year, the second-highest on record", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Delta Electronics posted April revenue of NT$58.692 billion, up 43.9% year over year, marking its 2nd-highest monthly figure on record. Increased shipments of AI-related products were the main growth driver, and the company is expected to maintain a high gross margin.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "台達電 (Delta Electronics)" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T17:24:33+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605080228.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331196, "anchor": "n331196", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331196", "title": "Police and prosecutors inspect clinic accused of secretly filming patients; 光澤 says it had no intent to violate privacy", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Allegations of covert filming at a cosmetic medical clinic in New Taipei City surfaced, and 光澤診所 was investigated by prosecutors and police. The clinic apologized and explained that its surveillance equipment was intended to ensure the quality of medical care, not to violate privacy.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "愛爾麗診所" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T17:23:22+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605080225.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331194, "anchor": "n331194", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331194", "title": "Low birthrate hits Nantou; Wen Shizheng calls for increased childbirth and childcare subsidies", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Wen Shih-cheng, the DPP’s candidate for Nantou County magistrate, proposed a childcare policy to address the declining birthrate. The proposal would raise the first-child birth subsidy from NT$10,000 to NT$20,000 and provide an annual childcare allowance of NT$10,000 for children aged 0–5.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T17:21:31+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605080227.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331205, "anchor": "n331205", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331205", "title": "Peña receives the Order of Brilliant Jade from President Lai; Paraguay will remain Taiwan's staunchest ally, he says", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Taiwan President Lai Ching-te awarded Paraguay President Santiago Peña the Order of Brilliant Jade. Peña said Paraguay would remain a steadfast ally of Taiwan, and the two countries’ friendly ties and cooperation based on democratic values were highlighted.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T17:20:48+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605080216.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331195, "anchor": "n331195", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331195", "title": "NT$700 million parking lot project halted as soon as work began; Taitung County Government cites contract dispute", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "A parking project planned by the Taitung County Government, with a total budget of NT$700 million, was halted after reaching only 5% progress following the start of construction. A contractual dispute over the design arose between the contractor and the county government, and mediation is now underway.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T17:19:29+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605080226.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331198, "anchor": "n331198", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331198", "title": "Hong Kong government says it has \"absolutely no connection\" to the London trade office case", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The Hong Kong government said it had “absolutely nothing to do with” the case in which Yuan Songbiao, administrative manager of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London, was convicted of violating the UK’s National Security Act. However, the Hong Kong government previously acknowledged paying Yuan’s legal fees.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "明報", "中國駐英國大使館" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T17:13:22+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605080223.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331199, "anchor": "n331199", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331199", "title": "Oil tanker identified as Chinese-owned attacked in Hormuz; Beijing says Chinese crew members were aboard", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "A tanker marked “CHINA OWNER & CREW” was attacked near the entrance to the Strait of Hormuz. China’s Foreign Ministry said the vessel was registered in the Marshall Islands and had Chinese crew members aboard, with no casualties. China expressed concern about the situation in the strait and called for tensions to be eased.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T17:13:20+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605080222.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331200, "anchor": "n331200", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331200", "title": "Lin Che-ling's 10-year sentence for soliciting bribes from solar power businesses while serving as Kouhu Township chief is final; he reports to prison", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Lin Che-ling, a former Kouhu Township chief and current Yunlin County councilor, began serving a 10-year prison sentence after his conviction for soliciting bribes from a solar power company while in office became final. The Supreme Court rejected his appeal, finalizing the conviction.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T17:12:18+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605080221.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331212, "anchor": "n331212", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331212", "title": "National Defense Special Act passes third reading; budget ceiling set at NT$780 billion", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan passed the “Special Act to Strengthen National Security” in its third reading, setting a budget ceiling of NT$780 billion for arms purchases from the United States. The act enables procurement of major defense equipment, including M109A7 self-propelled howitzers and HIMARS.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "米国政府" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T17:12:04+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605080209.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331201, "anchor": "n331201", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331201", "title": "6 more investment projects added in Taiwan; Kinik invests NT$2.2 billion to expand production lines at its Zhunan plant", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Taiwan’s government approved investments by 6 companies through its “Invest Taiwan” program. To meet demand in the reclaimed wafer market, 中国砂輪 will invest more than NT$2.2 billion to add production lines at the Zhunan Science Park.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "中国砂輪", "工豐企業", "台灣微轉", "偉兒達", "永欣益", "穎信牧場" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T17:10:16+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605080220.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331202, "anchor": "n331202", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331202", "title": "April exports reach US$67.62 billion, the second-highest monthly figure on record", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Taiwan’s exports in April reached US$67.62 billion, setting the 2nd-highest monthly record on record and rising 39% year over year. Information and communications and audiovisual products, along with electronic components, were the main drivers, each posting its 2nd-highest monthly figure on record.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T17:10:14+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605080219.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331203, "anchor": "n331203", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331203", "title": "FamilyMart opens its first outlet in the Ministry of National Defense's reception room; tea eggs become a popular item at military bases", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "全家便利商店 opened its Chongshi Store in the Ministry of National Defense’s reception area, a key military facility. The store will make shopping more convenient on military bases and support the transformation of base shops into community service hubs.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T17:09:12+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605080218.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331204, "anchor": "n331204", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331204", "title": "Shihlin Electric posts record first-quarter profit of NT$1.453 billion; AI applications expected to drive growth", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "士電, a major heavy electrical equipment maker, posted a record net profit of NT$1.453 billion in the 1st quarter of 2026, with growth expected in AI applications. Consolidated revenue also hit a record NT$11.558 billion.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "台電" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T17:07:10+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605080217.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331206, "anchor": "n331206", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331206", "title": "TSMC and Sony establish joint venture to set up image sensor production lines in Kumamoto", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "TSMC and Sony Semiconductor Solutions signed a memorandum of understanding to establish a joint venture for research, development and manufacturing of next-generation image sensors. Sony will hold a majority stake, and a new factory will be built in Kumamoto. The venture aims to enhance image sensor performance for AI applications.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "台積電 (TSMC)", "索尼半導體解決方案 (Sony Semiconductor Solutions)", "Sony" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T17:06:05+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605080215.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331207, "anchor": "n331207", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331207", "title": "New Taiwan dollar falls 2 cents to NT$31.429", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The New Taiwan dollar fell 2 fen against the U.S. dollar on the Taipei foreign exchange market, closing at NT$31.429. Trading volume was US$1.83 billion.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T17:05:03+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605080214.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331208, "anchor": "n331208", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331208", "title": "長榮航空 marathon set for October; 24,000 spots go on sale at 5 p.m.", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The 長榮航空 Marathon will be held on October 25, with registration for a total of 24,000 places across all events opening at 5 p.m. today. The half marathon filled up in less than 2 hours last year, and entries are expected to sell out even faster this year.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "長榮航空", "心路基金會", "家扶基金會" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T17:04:01+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605080213.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331209, "anchor": "n331209", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331209", "title": "Taiwan Pavilion at the Venice Biennale: Lee Yi-fan's Depressed Flat offers dark humor", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Taiwan’s pavilion at the 61st Venice Biennale International Art Exhibition opened on the 7th local time. Artist Lee Yi-fan’s solo exhibition “Depressed Plane” uses video installations to express dark humor and showcase Taiwan’s soft power to the international community.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T17:03:59+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202605080212.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331210, "anchor": "n331210", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331210", "title": "Philippines-U.S. Balikatan exercises conclude; defense officials say they will expand them further next year", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The Philippines-U.S. “Balikatan” joint military exercises concluded, and defense officials from both countries said they would expand the scope and range of drills from next year onward to address heightened regional tensions.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T17:00:57+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605080211.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331211, "anchor": "n331211", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331211", "title": "Taichung woman applies online for shopping assistant job, spots suspicious signs and alerts police, exposing job scam", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "A woman surnamed Chen from Taichung applied online for a “personal shopper” job and was instructed to buy fruit and hand it over as her first assignment. She became suspicious when the other party sent money in advance and contacted police, who found it was a job scam. Chen narrowly avoided becoming a money mule for a fraud ring.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T17:00:55+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605080210.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331127, "anchor": "n331127", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331127", "title": "Owner suspected of failing to care for cats while hospitalized; 14 cats in Hsinchu County removed from improper conditions and placed in care", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The Hsinchu County Animal Protection and Health Inspection Office rescued and placed 14 cats in emergency care after their owner was hospitalized, leaving them in inadequate living conditions. The cats had not been fed, and their health had deteriorated.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T16:56:19+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605080199.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331131, "anchor": "n331131", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331131", "title": "Driver flees inspection and rams police in Mailiao on the 5th; shot in the leg and arrested, claims gun was for self-defense", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Police in Yunlin County arrested a man surnamed Wu who was carrying a gun and tried to break through a checkpoint. He rammed a police officer with his car and fled, but had been shot in the thigh. He said he had carried the gun for self-defense because of a financial dispute with a friend.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T16:56:17+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605080195.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331118, "anchor": "n331118", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331118", "title": "Hu Gua teams up with granddaughter on his show to try styling outfits and experience an in-person dating venue", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Entertainer Hu Gua appeared on a variety show with his 18-year-old granddaughter Emma. Reports showed the two trying makeovers and visiting a matchmaking shop aimed at young people.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T16:45:50+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202605080208.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331119, "anchor": "n331119", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331119", "title": "Early results from UK local elections show Labour losses, likely to intensify pressure on Keir Starmer", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Provisional results in the UK local elections showed Labour losing ground, increasing pressure on party leader Keir Starmer. The results reflect voter dissatisfaction with the government, while the pro-Brexit Reform UK made gains, signaling a possible breakdown of the traditional two-party system.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "路透社" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T16:45:48+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605080207.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331120, "anchor": "n331120", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331120", "title": "Gang and bookkeeper set up shell companies to launder scam proceeds; police arrest 25 people and refer them for prosecution", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "A fraud ring led by a man surnamed Su of the United Bamboo Gang worked with 3 accountants to establish shell companies and launder about NT$200 million in fraud proceeds, including NT$66 million obtained through fake police-and-prosecutor scams. The Criminal Investigation Bureau arrested and referred Su and 25 others for prosecution.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T16:44:46+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605080206.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331121, "anchor": "n331121", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331121", "title": "Drafts of 3 regulations for food delivery announced; aim to improve transparency in order assignment and pay", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Taiwan’s Ministry of Labor published 3 draft subsidiary regulations on protecting food delivery workers’ rights and managing platforms. The measures strengthen complaint-handling mechanisms, insurance coverage and transparency around accepting orders, and will take effect on July 21.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T16:44:44+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605080205.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331128, "anchor": "n331128", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331128", "title": "Medical Care Act passes third reading, enshrining nurse-to-patient ratios for three shifts; facilities that fail to improve face suspension for up to 1 year", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan amended the Medical Care Act to legislate the three-shift nurse-to-patient ratio. Medical institutions that violate the requirement and fail to improve may face suspension of operations for up to 1 year.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T16:42:51+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605080198.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331122, "anchor": "n331122", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331122", "title": "4 people, including former Penghu councilor Chen Hui-ling, receive suspended sentences in aide-fee fraud case", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Penghu District Court has issued its ruling in the case of former Penghu councilor Chen Hui-ling and her husband, Cai Deng-cai, over fraudulent claims for aide fees; all 4 defendants received suspended sentences. Chen was sentenced to 2 years in prison and Cai to 1 year and 10 months, with their sentences suspended for 5 years and 4 years, respectively. They must also perform community service, and the proceeds of their crimes will be confiscated.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T16:42:42+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "zh-TW", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605080204.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331123, "anchor": "n331123", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331123", "title": "First case involving bets on year-end election results: Qiaotou prosecutors indict man arrested for placing cryptocurrency bets on an offshore platform", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Prosecutors in Kaohsiung indicted a man surnamed Lin on suspicion of gambling and violating the Public Officials Election and Recall Act, alleging he used a VPN to access an overseas prediction market platform and wagered about NT$23,000 worth of the cryptocurrency USDC on a local election.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T16:41:40+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605080203.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331124, "anchor": "n331124", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331124", "title": "Lite-On Technology's April revenue reaches NT$16.7 billion, up 25% year on year, highest in 7 and a half years", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "光寶科（Lite-On Technology）の4月売上高が167億台湾ドルとなり、前年同期比25%増、過去7年半で最高を記録。AI関連製品やクラウド部門が成長を牽引しました。", "summary_state": "original", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T16:40:37+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605080202.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331125, "anchor": "n331125", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331125", "title": "LINE adjusts calendar hyperlink feature, allowing users to turn it off manually", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "LINE has introduced a setting that lets users manually turn date hyperlinks in chats on or off, in response to user requests. The change is intended to make the app more convenient to use.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "LINE" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T16:39:35+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ait/202605080201.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331126, "anchor": "n331126", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331126", "title": "China tightens drone oversight, imposing fines in multiple regions and reviewing past flight records", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "China tightened drone regulations on May 1, with fines for violators and tracking of past flight records implemented in multiple regions. Many drone enthusiasts have already been penalized.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "中央社", "新加坡聯合早報", "中新社" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T16:36:33+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605080200.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331129, "anchor": "n331129", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331129", "title": "Microsoft: Taiwan's AI adoption rate of 31.8% puts it among the global top 20, ahead of Germany and the U.S.", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "According to a Microsoft report, Taiwan's AI adoption rate reached 31.8% in the first quarter of 2026, putting it among the world's top 20 and ahead of the United States and Germany. The figures point to the rapid spread of generative AI.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "微軟 (Microsoft)", "GitHub" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T16:30:27+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ait/202605080197.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 331130, "anchor": "n331130", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n331130", "title": "HSBC targets Taiwan wealth management market with premium financing service in Kaohsiung zone", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "HSBC has partnered with 安聯人壽 to launch premium financing services for affluent clients in the Kaohsiung area of Taiwan. The move is part of its strategy to invest aggressively in Taiwan's wealth market.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "滙豐（台灣）商業銀行", "安聯人壽", "中信銀行", "波士頓顧問公司（BCG）", "保發中心" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T16:29:25+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605080196.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329410, "anchor": "n329410", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329410", "title": "Former White House official: Taiwan should build a defense industrial base and not rely solely on major arms purchases", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Matt Pottinger, a former White House deputy national security adviser, said Taiwan should build a repeatable, innovative defense industrial base rather than rely solely on large-scale military purchases, and should rapidly update and adapt its defense technology.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "亞太堅韌研究基金會", "美國智庫國家亞洲研究局 (NBR)" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T16:28:11+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605080192.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329408, "anchor": "n329408", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329408", "title": "Gu Dingxuan logs 3 hits and 5 RBIs in spring baseball league; Taiwan Power advances to top 4", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "台湾電力野球チームが全国成棒甲組春季リーグの8強戦で台湾中油（開南大学）を10対3で破り、古定玄選手が3安打5打点の活躍を見せ、チームは4強入りを果たしました。昨年優勝した台電は、連覇を目指します。", "summary_state": "original", "facts": [], "companies": [ "台灣電力公司棒球隊", "台灣中油（開南大學）" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T16:26:20+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605080194.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329409, "anchor": "n329409", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329409", "title": "上銀 targets AI humanoid robots, benefiting from demand for semiconductor automation", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Motion-component giant 上銀 is focusing on key components for AI humanoid robots and specialized robots, with business performing well amid rising demand from the semiconductor and automation industries. Longer lead times for major products have raised expectations for revenue and gross margin growth in 2026.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "上銀" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T16:25:18+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605080193.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329411, "anchor": "n329411", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329411", "title": "勤誠獲美CSP液冷櫃訂單 今年機櫃營收占比拚逾1成", "title_state": "original", "summary": "Server-chassis maker 勤誠 has secured orders for liquid-cooling cabinets from a major North American CSP and is targeting a share of more than 10% of this year's revenue from its cabinet business. Against the backdrop of growth in the AI data center market, it is also considering strategic partnerships and M&A.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "勤誠", "CSP (雲端服務供應商)", "SI (系統整合商)" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T16:17:14+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605080191.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329418, "anchor": "n329418", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329418", "title": "Taiwan representative to Malaysia: Taiwan-Malaysia semiconductor supply chains complement each other, opening regional market opportunities", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Lien Yu-ping, representative of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Malaysia, said Taiwan's and Malaysia's semiconductor supply chains are highly complementary. Taiwan's advanced chip manufacturing and Malaysia's packaging and testing offer opportunities to deepen the region's semiconductor ecosystem.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "SEMI Taiwan", "SEMI Southeast Asia", "馬來西亞半導體工業協會 (MSIA)", "大馬台灣商會聯合總會", "財團法人精密機械研究發展中心" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T16:16:18+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605080184.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329412, "anchor": "n329412", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329412", "title": "On World Ovarian Cancer Day, Tsai Ing-wen invites the public to join the Teal Ribbon campaign", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Ahead of World Ovarian Cancer Day on May 8, former President Tsai Ing-wen called on the public to take part in the “Blue Ribbon Action,” raising awareness of ovarian cancer and encouraging greater attention to women's health.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T16:14:12+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605080190.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329421, "anchor": "n329421", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329421", "title": "Lotus Building seismic reinforcement project breaks ground; 4 projects in Hualien County have yet to start", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Seismic retrofitting of the soft story at the Lianhua Building in Hualien City has begun following the 0403 earthquake and is expected to be completed by the end of March next year. Work has yet to begin on the other 4 damaged buildings, and residents are calling for exterior wall renovations to be carried out at the same time.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "國家地震工程研究中心", "國土署" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T16:11:20+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605080181.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329413, "anchor": "n329413", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329413", "title": "三大法人賣超台股200.02億元", "title_state": "original", "summary": "Taiwan's stock market fell 329.84 points today, while the three major institutional investors—foreign investors, investment trusts and dealers—were net sellers of NT$20.002 billion combined. Foreign investors and dealers were net sellers, while investment trusts were net buyers.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T16:07:10+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605080189.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329414, "anchor": "n329414", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329414", "title": "UK cross-party parliamentary delegation to visit China, first time since 2019", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "英国の超党派議員団が5月中旬に中国を訪問する予定で、これは2019年以来初めてとなります。これにより、年初に中国を訪問した英国首相スターマー氏以降、両国関係の改善が示唆されています。", "summary_state": "original", "facts": [], "companies": [ "英中協会 (Great Britain-China Centre)" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T16:06:07+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605080188.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329415, "anchor": "n329415", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329415", "title": "Escalating US-Iran conflict weighs on market sentiment; Japanese stocks retreat", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Renewed clashes between the United States and Iran dampened market sentiment, while profit-taking in AI-related stocks also weighed on Tokyo shares. The Nikkei closed down 0.19%, while the Tokyo Stock Price Index fell 0.29%.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T16:05:05+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605080187.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329416, "anchor": "n329416", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329416", "title": "Civic groups offer recommendations for tackling rat infestation, urge Taipei City Government to address weakening defenses", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Amid frequent reports of rat sightings in Taipei, civic groups including Taiwan North Society urged the Taipei City Government to pursue structural reforms in rat control and public health governance, including improvements to garbage collection and sewer infrastructure and stronger coordination among government agencies.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "台灣北社", "生物技術開發中心", "台灣教師聯盟" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T16:05:03+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605080186.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329417, "anchor": "n329417", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329417", "title": "Abassi wins TPBL monthly MVP for a second straight time; Holman named best foreign player", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "TPBL新北中信特攻の阿巴西選手が4月から5月の月間MVPを連続受賞し、福爾摩沙夢想家のホーマン選手が月間最優秀外国人選手に選ばれました。両選手ともチームの好成績に貢献する優れたパフォーマンスを見せました。", "summary_state": "original", "facts": [], "companies": [ "新北中信特攻", "福爾摩沙夢想家" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T16:04:01+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605080185.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329419, "anchor": "n329419", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329419", "title": "Trump policies fuel international concerns; global favorability toward the United States falls below Russia’s", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Under former U.S. President Donald Trump's policies, global favorability toward the United States has declined for 2 consecutive years, falling below that of Russia. A survey by the Alliance of Democracies Foundation found that the United States is viewed as one of the world's greatest threats.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "民主主義同盟基金 (Alliance of Democracies Foundation)" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T15:59:57+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605080183.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329420, "anchor": "n329420", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329420", "title": "President Lai: Opening Taiwan to poultry imports from Paraguay will deepen bilateral trade and economic cooperation", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "President Lai Ching-te announced at a meeting with Paraguayan President Peña that Taiwan would officially open its market to imports of Paraguayan chicken, deepening bilateral economic and trade cooperation. The 2 countries also signed memorandums of understanding on criminal justice, cybersecurity and AI computing capacity.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T15:58:55+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605080182.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329348, "anchor": "n329348", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329348", "title": "Maritime and Port Bureau invests NT$2.45 billion in industry upgrades, focusing on green transition and talent development", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The Maritime and Port Bureau announced it will invest NT$2.45 billion to advance industry upgrades focused on the green transition, smart innovation, talent development and building a shipping industry ecosystem. The initiative aims to support the sustainable development of the shipping industry and strengthen its international competitiveness.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T15:56:24+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605080176.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329344, "anchor": "n329344", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329344", "title": "Draft Medical Care Act could lower nursing staff ratio; nursing groups rally at Legislative Yuan, say patient safety must not be compromised", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "As amendments to Taiwan's Medical Care Act are being reviewed, a proposal has emerged to reduce the proportion of nurses on an advisory committee from 1/2 to 1/3, prompting nursing groups to protest outside the Legislative Yuan. They called for the rejection of 1/3 and said patient safety must not be allowed to regress, urging strong protections for patient safety and nurses' labor rights.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "中華民國護理師公會全國聯合會", "台灣護師醫療產業工會", "中央社" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T15:54:50+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605080180.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329352, "anchor": "n329352", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329352", "title": "New LOGO sparks debate; Taipower says brand transformation lays the foundation for a modern image", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Taiwan Power Company (Taipower) has unveiled a new corporate logo and font design, sparking online debate. Taipower said the changes are foundational to a brand overhaul and reflect a modernized corporate image, and urged the public to avoid political speculation.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "Apple", "Google", "7-Eleven", "鬍鬚張" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T15:52:33+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605080172.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329350, "anchor": "n329350", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329350", "title": "Prehistoric site uncovered at Eluanbi; construction begins on archaeological exhibition hall, scheduled to open in 2028", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Construction has begun on an archaeological exhibition hall beside a prehistoric site discovered in 2017 at Eluanbi Park in Pingtung County, Taiwan. The project is targeted for completion in 2028 at a total cost of NT$367 million. It is expected to protect the site while promoting tourism and become a new cultural hub for the area.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T15:51:18+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202605080174.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329345, "anchor": "n329345", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329345", "title": "Starlux launches Taichung-Tokyo route; city government leads 23 businesses to Japan to promote tourism", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Following the launch of Starlux Airlines' Taichung-Tokyo route, the Taichung City Government's Tourism and Travel Bureau will lead 23 travel companies to Tokyo from the 11th to the 16th for tourism promotion activities. The campaign aims to promote Taichung's diverse tourism resources to Japanese travelers and attract more international visitors to central Taiwan.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "星宇航空股份有限公司" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T15:50:48+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605080179.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329346, "anchor": "n329346", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329346", "title": "Civic group raises funds for 200 maritime first-aid kits, urges greater attention to fishing workers’ safety", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Civic groups held a news conference calling for improved safety for workers in the distant-water fishing industry and distributed 200 maritime first-aid kits. They urged the government to correct the misallocation of existing resources and pursue institutional reforms, stressing the need to protect fishery workers' basic human rights and workplace safety.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "外籍漁工人權保障聯盟", "國際運輸工人聯合會", "宜蘭縣漁工職業工會" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T15:47:46+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605080178.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329347, "anchor": "n329347", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329347", "title": "5G firefighting and rescue system launched in Kaohsiung, a nationwide first for Taiwan Mobile", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Taiwan Mobile announced that it has introduced the nation's first “5G Smart Firefighting Auxiliary Rescue System” at the Kaohsiung City Fire Department. Using a 5G private network and 3D modeling technology, the system cuts rescue times at fire scenes by about 50% and helps ensure firefighters' safety.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "台灣大哥大 (台湾モバイル)", "高雄市政府消防局", "經濟部產業發展署", "財團法人資訊工業策進會", "中央社" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T15:47:44+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605080177.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329353, "anchor": "n329353", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329353", "title": "Taiwan stocks swing lower, closing down 329 points at 41603; weekly gain reaches 2677 points", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Taiwan's stock market fell 329 points today to close at 41,603, but posted a sharp weekly gain of 2,677 points. The decline was driven by a pullback in U.S. semiconductor stocks and losses in memory chip shares, while Lian Fa Technology rose and some observers said fundamentals remained strong.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "台積電", "台達電", "聯發科", "旺宏", "華邦電", "南亞科", "聯電", "世界先進", "新應材", "漢唐", "信驊", "川湖", "蘋果", "高通" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T15:47:21+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605080171.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329349, "anchor": "n329349", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329349", "title": "Bear attacks return in Japan; first fatal bear attack in Iwate in 2026", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Iwatе Prefecture has had its first fatal bear attack of the year, which may also be Japan's first confirmed case nationwide this year. Bear attacks killed 13 people last year, with a growing bear population and a poor acorn harvest believed to have driven more bears into populated areas. The Self-Defense Forces and police have been deployed to cull bears.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T15:43:39+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605080175.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329355, "anchor": "n329355", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329355", "title": "US media: CEO delegation accompanying China visit shrinks; White House ally calls Trump the most dovish on China", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "U.S. media report that the delegation of CEOs accompanying former President Donald Trump on his China visit has been scaled back, reflecting differences within the government over economic policy toward China and low expectations for the outcome of a Xi Jinping-Trump meeting. Trump himself has been described as the most dovish voice on China within the government.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "NVIDIA", "Apple", "Qualcomm", "Citigroup", "Boeing", "Politico", "Reuters", "Semafor", "Rhodium Group" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T15:42:28+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605080169.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329351, "anchor": "n329351", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329351", "title": "Luzicao Story Theater passes on culture through shadow puppetry and local stories", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The Luzaicao Story Theater, established by the Lucao Township Office in Chiayi County, performed shadow puppetry at the Luzaicao Folk Culture Academy. Local cultural volunteers performed stories rooted in the area. The township office solicited original scripts highlighting Lucao, and Luo Haowen's “Passing on the Torch in Lucao — The Fire Horse Festival” received top honors.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T15:41:35+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605080173.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329357, "anchor": "n329357", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329357", "title": "Interior of new high-speed rail train revealed; Cheng Shih-che unveils recessed seats", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The interior of Taiwan High Speed Rail's new N700ST train has been unveiled, with its chairman demonstrating the “reclining seat.” The windows are small like those on an aircraft and help reduce noise, while every seat is equipped with a charging port.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "台灣高鐵" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T15:36:16+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605080167.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329354, "anchor": "n329354", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329354", "title": "Home childcare provider suspected of abusing 5 young children over time; prosecutors again indict 2 women in Tainan", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Two women surnamed Zheng and Zhang were indicted in Tainan on suspicion of abusing 5 toddlers while working as babysitters. After an 11-month-old suffered serious injuries, including a brain hemorrhage, surveillance footage revealed abuse of 4 more toddlers, leading to a second indictment.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T15:33:29+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605080170.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329356, "anchor": "n329356", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329356", "title": "Brazil announces visa-free entry for Chinese citizens, with stays of up to 30 days per visit", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The Brazilian government announced that, from May 11, it will allow holders of ordinary Chinese passports to enter without a visa for up to 30 days. This is a reciprocal measure in response to China implementing a similar policy for Brazilian citizens.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "新華社" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T15:31:24+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605080168.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329358, "anchor": "n329358", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329358", "title": "New National Examination Center planned to meet diverse needs, including those of candidates with disabilities; estimated completion in 119", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Taiwan’s 考試院考選部 is advancing the “Construction Project for the National Examination Venue and Digital Multifunctional Examination Building” to address digitalization and diverse needs, with completion scheduled for August 2030. The new examination facility will include computerized exam rooms and a model examination room dedicated to people with disabilities.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "考試院考選部", "內政部國土署北工分署" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T15:29:20+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605080166.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329359, "anchor": "n329359", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329359", "title": "Malta-flagged oil tanker slips through Strait of Hormuz, carrying crude oil to South Korea", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The Malta-flagged tanker Odessa passed through the Strait of Hormuz in mid-April and arrived in South Korea today. This marks the first crude oil supply to South Korea since Iran’s de facto blockade, and is expected to temporarily ease tight fuel supplies.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "中央社", "法新社", "国連国際海事機関（IMO）" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T15:28:18+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605080165.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329292, "anchor": "n329292", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329292", "title": "Beijing holds meeting on cross-strait integration demonstration zone; Song Tao calls for “more forceful action”", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "The Chinese government held the “Interprovincial and Ministerial Work Conference on Building a Demonstration Zone for Cross-Strait Integrated Development” in Beijing. Song Tao, director of the CCP Central Committee’s Taiwan Affairs Office, said China would take “stronger action” to promote integrated development across the Taiwan Strait.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T15:27:25+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605080151.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329290, "anchor": "n329290", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329290", "title": "Rats scurry around 大直典華婚宴會館 wedding venue; operator apologizes, says it has disinfected and cleaned", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Rats were spotted at 大直典華婚宴會館 in Taipei, alarming customers. The operator apologized and announced it had arranged professional disinfection and cleaning and would strengthen environmental management going forward.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "大直典華婚宴會館" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T15:27:00+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605080153.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329282, "anchor": "n329282", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329282", "title": "愛爾麗 and 光澤醫美診所 hit by hidden-camera allegations in succession; New Taipei expands inspections for pinhole cameras", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Amid a series of allegations of covert filming at beauty clinics in New Taipei City, the city is expanding its “Anti-Hidden-Camera Special Inspection Project.” In addition to its response to 愛爾麗診所, it is checking for hidden cameras at saunas, fitness centers and other venues to strengthen protection of residents’ privacy.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "愛爾麗診所", "光澤醫美診所" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T15:26:16+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605080161.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329280, "anchor": "n329280", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329280", "title": "Indonesia’s Mount Dukono suddenly erupts; 20 hikers trapped and awaiting rescue", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Mount Dukono on Indonesia’s Halmahera Island erupted, sending ash 10 kilometers into the air. 20 hikers were stranded, including 9 Singaporeans and the rest Indonesians, and authorities are conducting rescue operations.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T15:23:53+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605080163.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329279, "anchor": "n329279", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329279", "title": "Traveler returns to Taiwan with chills and cough, diagnosed with lung abscess; doctor warns delays could lead to sepsis", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "A 45-year-old man who had returned from Japan visited Yuanrong Hospital with chills, a cough, a headache and loss of appetite. He was diagnosed with a lung abscess and pneumonia. Dr. Wang Yinde warned that delayed treatment of a lung abscess can lead to sepsis and, in the worst case, death.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "員榮醫院" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T15:20:16+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605080164.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329284, "anchor": "n329284", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329284", "title": "Holmgren and Alexander score 22 points each as Thunder edge Lakers for 2nd straight win", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "In the 2nd round of the NBA Western Conference playoffs, the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Los Angeles Lakers 125-107 to take a 2-0 series lead. Chet Holmgren and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander each scored 22 points to lead their team to victory.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T15:19:25+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605080159.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329289, "anchor": "n329289", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329289", "title": "When will oil prices return to prewar levels? Analysts say even a Hormuz reopening would mean waiting until 2027 at the earliest", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "With the U.S.-Iran ceasefire now 1 month old, market analysts predict that even if the Strait of Hormuz reopens, crude oil prices will not return to prewar levels until spring 2027 or later. The main reason is that restoring Middle Eastern oil production and transport will take time.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "Axios新聞網", "GasBuddy", "標普全球能源（S&P Global Energy）", "Rystad Energy", "歐亞集團（Eurasia Group）" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T15:17:45+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605080154.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329281, "anchor": "n329281", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329281", "title": "Women’s groups say excessive working hours worsen rigid gender divisions; call for more special leave", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Taiwanese women’s groups said long working hours entrench gender-based divisions of labor, causing women to leave their jobs to raise children or hesitate to have children. They called for increasing statutory special leave and decoupling it from years of service.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T15:17:11+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605080162.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329288, "anchor": "n329288", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329288", "title": "公視董事長胡元輝被請出國會 媒體改造學社聯合聲明譴責", "title_state": "original", "summary": "Media Reform Society issued a joint statement condemning the removal of Public Television Service Chairman Hu Yuan-hui from the legislature by KMT legislator Lo Chih-chiang. The statement argued that the operation of public media should not become a tool in conflicts between political parties.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "公共電視 (公視)", "媒體改造學社", "靖娟兒童安全文教基金會", "台灣新聞記者協會", "台灣媒體觀察教育基金會" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T15:14:47+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202605080155.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329283, "anchor": "n329283", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329283", "title": "5月電子期跌 金融期漲", "title_state": "original", "summary": "台北株式市場は329.84ポイント下落し、41603.94ポイントで取引を終えました。5月電子先物は38.45ポイント下落、5月金融先物は17.80ポイント上昇しました。", "summary_state": "original", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T15:12:07+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605080160.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329285, "anchor": "n329285", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329285", "title": "5月台股期指跌415點", "title_state": "original", "summary": "台北株式市場は本日329.84ポイント下落し、41603.94ポイントで取引を終えました。5月台湾株価指数先物は415ポイント下落の41937ポイントで引け、現物との正価差は333.06ポイントでした。", "summary_state": "original", "facts": [], "companies": [ "台灣期貨交易所" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T15:10:03+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605080158.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329286, "anchor": "n329286", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329286", "title": "Japanese tourist injured while canyoning in Alishan; Chiayi County firefighters help extricate and take visitor to hospital", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "A Japanese tourist slipped and was injured while stream trekking in Alishan Township, Chiayi County, Taiwan, and was rescued by firefighters. The 52-year-old man is suspected of having a fracture in his right leg, but his injuries are not life-threatening. The fire department urged people to gather information and assess safety in advance before outdoor activities.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T15:09:01+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605080157.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329287, "anchor": "n329287", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329287", "title": "Lu Hsiu-yen and Cheng Li-wun discuss arms purchases; Lu confident Legislative Yuan vote will reflect public opinion", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Taichung Mayor Lu Hsiu-yen said she hoped the Legislative Yuan’s vote on the military procurement proposal would reflect public opinion. Regarding the hidden-camera issue at 愛爾麗診所, she also stressed that it was unacceptable to ask consumers to waive their right to take legal action, and said the city would respond.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "愛爾麗診所" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T15:07:59+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605080156.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329291, "anchor": "n329291", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329291", "title": "Overhead power line fault between Chaozhou and Nanzhou; Taiwan Railways expects repairs by 7 p.m.", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "A power-line fault between Chaozhou and Nanzhou on Taiwan Railway disrupted service temporarily. Taiwan Railway is aiming to restore service by 7 p.m. and has set up an emergency response team, while arranging replacement buses and handling ticket refunds and changes.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T14:59:50+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605080152.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329184, "anchor": "n329184", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329184", "title": "Taiwan stocks swing more than 900 points before closing down 329; TSMC closes at NT$2,290", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Following a decline in U.S. semiconductor stocks, Taiwan’s stock market swung by more than 900 points from its high and closed down 329 points. The weighted index stood at 41603.94, while TSMC closed down 0.87% at NT$2290. MediaTek bucked the trend, rising 6.14%.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "台積電 (TSMC)", "台達電 (Delta Electronics)", "聯發科 (MediaTek)" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T14:56:23+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605080143.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329185, "anchor": "n329185", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329185", "title": "TSMC April revenue reaches NT$410.7 billion, a record for the same month", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "TSMC posted April revenue of NT$410.726 billion, up 17.5% from a year earlier. It was the 2nd-highest monthly revenue on record and a record high for April. Strong AI-related demand drove growth, and the company is expected to maintain its momentum in the 2nd quarter and achieve more than 30% growth in U.S.-dollar revenue in 2026.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [], "published_at": "2026-05-08T14:56:13+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605080142.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329177, "anchor": "n329177", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329177", "title": "世界先進: AI demand strong; all capacity at first-phase Singapore wafer fab presold", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "晶圓代工廠世界先進の董事長方略は、AI需要の強さが半導体産業の成長を支え、今年の半導体市場は堅調に成長すると述べました。特に、シンガポール第1期晶圓廠の生産能力は顧客からの強い需要により既に完売しており、2028年までに満載目標を前倒しで達成する見込みです。", "summary_state": "original", "facts": [], "companies": [ "世界先進", "VSMC" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T14:55:46+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605080150.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329178, "anchor": "n329178", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329178", "title": "Fitbit rebrands as Google Health, integrating health ecosystem", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Google announced that it will update the Fitbit app to the Google Health app, integrating all health data. Google Health Coach, powered by Gemini AI, will also launch globally on May 19 as part of Google Health Premium.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "Google", "Fitbit" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T14:52:44+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ait/202605080149.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329179, "anchor": "n329179", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329179", "title": "Trump's visit to China boosts U.S. Independence Day fireworks orders; sales by Chinese manufacturers rise more than 15%", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "Chinese-made fireworks depict President Trump after the 2024 assassination attempt and bear the slogan “Fight for America.” U.S. celebrations are picking up, and orders from the United States to Chinese fireworks manufacturers have risen 15-30% since tariffs were withdrawn. Trump is scheduled to visit China, underscoring the economic ties between the United States and China.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "黒蠍子煙火 (Black Scorpion Fireworks)", "路透社 (Reuters)", "中央社 (Central News Agency)", "経済複雑性観察所 (Observatory of Economic Complexity)" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T14:51:42+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605080148.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329180, "anchor": "n329180", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329180", "title": "漢來美食 posts record first-quarter earnings per share as banquet demand and store expansion pay off", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "漢來美食は、主力ブランド「島語自助餐」と「上海湯包」の店舗拡大と宴会需要の好調により、第1四半期の税後純利益が2.48億台湾ドル、EPSが5.87元と上場以来の新高を記録しました。第2四半期も労働節連休や母の日、端午節ギフト販売により、堅調な業績が期待されています。", "summary_state": "original", "facts": [], "companies": [ "漢來美食" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T14:51:39+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605080147.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] }, { "id": 329181, "anchor": "n329181", "permalink": "https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260508-15/index-en-p4.html#n329181", "title": "Haitian couple stranded in Taoyuan Airport transit area for 45 days; interagency cooperation helps them return home", "title_state": "translated", "summary": "A Haitian couple spent 45 days in the transit area of Taoyuan International Airport, but agencies including 移民署 and 外交部, as well as airlines, worked together to help them return home safely. The case has drawn attention as an example of balancing humanitarian considerations with law enforcement.", "summary_state": "translated", "facts": [], "companies": [ "移民署", "外交部", "航空公司" ], "published_at": "2026-05-08T14:50:37+09:00", "source_type": "cna", "source_name": "中央社 CNA", "country": "TW", "country_name": "Taiwan", "source_language": "zh-TW", "summary_language": "ja", "url": "https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605080146.aspx", "link_level": "source", "link_label": "Original", "site_url": null, "merged_count": 1, "merged_ids": [], "merged_urls": [] } ] }