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The World Health Organization (WHO) has designated all crew members and passengers aboard the Dutch cruise ship Hondius, where hantavirus infections have occurred, as “high-risk contacts” and mandated 42 days of active monitoring. 3 deaths and 8 infections have already been confirmed, and the ship is heading toward waters off Spain’s Canary Islands.
Companies mentioned：世界衛生組織 (WHO)、中央社
After 36 years of construction and at a cost of NT$24.8 billion, the Danjiang Bridge will officially open on May 12. It is expected to ease long-standing traffic congestion in the Tamsui area, promote the development of the Danhai New Town and Science City, and improve transportation links between New Taipei and Taipei.
Companies mentioned：内政部、交通部、新北市政府、交通部公路局
Taiwan’s 立法院 Speaker Han Kuo-yu is leading a cross-party delegation of legislators on visits to France and the United Kingdom to promote parliamentary diplomacy. The goal is to share Taiwan’s “truth, goodness and beauty” and its “five major strengths” with the world and break through its diplomatic challenges.
Companies mentioned：立法院、法國參議院友台小組、歐洲台商總會、歐洲台灣商會聯合總會、民進黨、國民黨、民眾黨
Singer Chyi Yu held her “Still in Style. Here” concert at the Taipei Music Center, captivating a packed audience. Though she felt apprehensive about performing in her hometown, she performed her signature song “Olive Tree” a cappella, bringing the concert to a triumphant close.
A 31-year-old Chinese national was arrested near Pattaya in Thailand for possessing a large cache of military weapons and explosives. Citing national security concerns, authorities ordered a thorough investigation. The suspect had multiple passports, and investigators are looking into the origin of the weapons and the suspect’s motive.
Companies mentioned：中央社、巴達雅新聞 (The Pattaya News)
Former idol Kageyama Yuka’s first essay collection, Love Me, Even My Shadow, will be released by 株式会社マガジンハウス on July 30, 2026. Marking the 10th anniversary of her debut, the book reveals her “true self.” Preorders began on May 10.
Companies mentioned：株式会社マガジンハウス
Frontier Works announced that Mitsu Tenma’s new song “Everything Everywhere!” from the hugely popular game app Ensemble Stars!! will be released worldwide simultaneously starting May 10, 2026. The positive, pop song has fans excited.
Companies mentioned：株式会社フロンティアワークス、アニメイトグループ、Happy Elements K.K、Dream Monster
Yokohama Excellence lost to 神戸ストークス in the “りそなグループ B2 PLAYOFFS SEMIFINALS 2025-26,” missing out on a place in the final. However, No. 1 Trey Boyd III put up a determined fight to the end, hitting 12 3-pointers to set a B2 record. The team will now compete in the 3rd-place game.
Companies mentioned：神戸ストークス、りそなグループ、愛媛オレンジバイキングス