[イオンリテール] Opens ２ supermarkets in Kanagawa Prefecture in succession
OriginalAEON Retail 將於2026年5月及6月在神奈川縣分別開設「AEON Style 鴨居」及「AEON 海老名站前店」兩家超市，提供豐富食品與藥妝服務。
Companies mentioned：イオンリテール株式会社、イオン株式会社、市川農園、株式会社栄屋製パン
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約3 times the information of the previous edition! Two study guides on prefectural geography and history, based on the game “Momotaro Dentetsu 2,” launch simultaneously in June 2026!
Gakken will release geography and history study guides based on the popular game “Momotaro Dentetsu 2” in June 2026, in separate volumes for eastern and western Japan.
Companies mentioned：株式会社 学研ホールディングス、株式会社 Gakken、KONAMI
A new habit: coat your teeth with a “film” before biofilm forms. New “Shimac Sleeping Care” dental coating agent for nighttime mouthguard users
株式会社ハニック・ホワイトラボ has launched “Shimac Sleeping Care,” a new product for people who wear mouthguards while sleeping. It forms a film on the teeth to inhibit biofilm formation and reduce oral discomfort upon waking.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ハニック・ホワイトラボ
Building together an ecosystem where enthusiasm spreads. Tiger Mob launches its 0th cohort of a certified accelerator program, licensing its 10-year “Wildness Unleashed Method,” with places limited to 3 participants.
OriginalTiger Mov 推出「認證加速器制度」，將其 10 年培育青年的「釋放野性方法論」授權化，首波限定招募 3 名第 0 期生，並全額補助實地培訓交通住宿費。
Companies mentioned：タイガーモブ株式会社、クラーク記念国際高等学校、ドルトン東京学園中等部・高等部、公文国際学園、関西学院大学、東洋大学、株式会社NTTデータ、日本電気株式会社、ANAフーズ株式会社、カルビー株式会社、ライオン株式会社、LINEヤフー株式会社
e-sports event “ReAL MATSUMOTO” to be held
Alpico Holdings and Re.road will hold the e-sports event “ReAL MATSUMOTO” in Matsumoto for the first time on May 17, 2026. The partnership aims to revitalize the community and bring the appeal of e-sports to people of all generations through tournaments featuring popular soccer games.
Companies mentioned：アルピコホールディングス株式会社、Re.road株式会社
TCL unveils 5 gaming monitor models featuring “OLED+” and “QD-Mini LED” panels, with 4K resolution and high refresh rates
TCL JAPAN ELECTRONICS unveils 5 gaming monitors featuring OLED+ and QD-Mini LED panels, offering 4K resolution, high refresh rates, dual-mode switching and exceptional picture quality.
Companies mentioned：株式会社 TCL JAPAN ELECTRONICS、BANG & OLUFSEN、AMD
じょじむら’s first solo exhibition opens 6/27: “I Can’t Leave Home, So You Come to Me” at BCBC Gallery on the 3rd floor of Harakado
株式会社EPOCH will hold illustrator じょじむら’s first solo exhibition at Harakado in Harajuku from June 27 to July 5, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社EPOCH、れもんらいふ、カドカワ、バンプレスト
Exhibiting at the 2nd Railway Technology Exhibition Osaka 2026
The JR West Group has announced that it will exhibit at the 2nd Railway Technology Exhibition Osaka, to be held at INTEX Osaka in May 2026. The group aims to showcase its technological capabilities, strengthen collaboration among operators and bolster recruitment efforts, and will hold themed exhibits and discussions.
Companies mentioned：JR東日本、関西鉄道会社7社
Standout power sets this dehumidifier apart, delivering strong moisture removal even in Japan’s humid rainy season! A high-power model capable of removing up to 56L per day keeps even large spaces comfortable
Tansu no Gen launches a high-powered compressor dehumidifier with a maximum daily dehumidification capacity of 56L, suitable for large spaces. It features three operating modes and a large 8L water tank.
Companies mentioned：タンスのゲン株式会社
Notice Regarding Decision on Matters Concerning Acquisition of Treasury Shares (Acquisition of Treasury Shares Based on the Articles of Incorporation Pursuant to Article 165, Paragraph ２ of the Companies Act)
Civil engineering materials manufacturer Maeda Kosen has resolved to acquire treasury shares worth up to 1 billion yen to improve capital efficiency and return profits to shareholders. The acquisition will be capped at 500,000 shares (0.74%) and conducted through ToSTNeT-3.
Companies mentioned：東京証券取引所
Original【ジョイフル】2026年5月20日より創業50周年「創業祭」スタート︕「⼗勝若⽜100％ハンバーグ」や「創業の思い出メニュー」など50周年限定の特別メニューが登場
Joyfull will celebrate its 50th anniversary on May 20, 2026, with limited-edition commemorative dishes including a “100% Tokachi Young Beef Hamburger Steak” and a revival of its teppanyaki grilled meat.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ジョイフル
9300-series express trains to gradually adopt an exterior design featuring “Re Vermilion” from autumn 2026 — Different designs for each trainset express the characteristics of the Hanshin line
Hanshin Electric Railway has announced that it will redesign its 9300-series express trains starting in autumn 2026. The trains will feature the new “Re Vermilion” color, which is also used on new rolling stock, with each trainset receiving a different design themed around the “sea,” “mountains” or “city.”
Companies mentioned：阪急阪神ホールディングス
What did Meijin Fujii and 9-dan Itodani order for their Meijin title match? Predicted menu picks are in
Takatsuki, Osaka Prefecture, has announced the results of a campaign inviting people to predict the meals ordered by Meijin Sota Fujii and 9-dan Tetsuro Itodani during the 84th Meijin title match, held in the city. Public votes selected the top 5 lunch and dessert choices.
Companies mentioned：鰻や牡蠣とか 炭し、本格熟成うどん 一期一麺、808 Curry & Vegetable、寿司処 喜楽 高槻城北通店、日本料理 燈々庵、Patisserie Yushin、公園と、タルト、sue kitchen、Hana’s Café、菓匠 幸春
Deutzia comes into full bloom at Takatsuki’s “Tamagawa no Sato,” celebrated in a poem by Matsuo Bashō
Deutzia, a seasonal harbinger of early summer, has come into full bloom at the historic Tamagawa no Sato site in Takatsuki, Osaka Prefecture. About 300 plants grow in clusters, delighting visitors who come for a stroll. The area has long been known for its scenic beauty, and a monument engraved with a poem by Matsuo Bashō also stands there.
[May 28] “Future Disaster Prevention Collaborative Lab” kickoff to foster joint research, product development and service creation in disaster-prevention DX
先端技術革新機構 will hold a kickoff meeting for the “Future Disaster Prevention Collaborative Lab” on May 28, promoting public-private-academic collaboration and PoC in disaster-prevention DX.
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人先端技術革新機構、大阪市立阿倍野防災センター、一般財団法人大阪消防振興協会、一般財団法人学会振興財団、一般社団法人北海道先端技術革新機構、一般社団法人九州先端技術革新機構、株式会社アイティデザイン、ＶＲＩＯ合同会社、トランスフォーメーション株式会社、東京南青山法律会計事務所、山西行政書士事務所、公益財団法人日本篤志献体協会、公益財団法人明光教育研究所、一般財団法人メルディア、公益財団法人地球友の会、一般社団法人ＥＮＤ ＡＬＳ、一般社団法人環境アスリート協会、一般社団法人日本ＵＮＥＰ協会、ミスターシージー、米Google、中尾美智子公認会計士事務所、佐藤税理士法人
Sales begin for “Premist Tsukuba Research Gakuen” (news release)
Daiwa House and Asahi Kasei have jointly developed “Premist Tsukuba Research Gakuen,” the largest for-sale condominium development in Tsukuba, which will go on sale on May 15, 2026.
Companies mentioned：大和ハウス工業株式会社、旭化成ホームズ株式会社、株式会社長谷工コーポレーション
All-you-can-drink sake [50% off]: the regular price of 1,738 yen slashed to a stunning 869 yen! Plus, unlimited appetizers and unlimited clam soup! Sake from all 47 prefectures available at the 2nd-anniversary fair at 富士喜商店’s Shibuya location
富士喜商店’s Shibuya location is celebrating its 2nd anniversary with a half-price, 90-minute all-you-can-drink sake offer, plus unlimited appetizers and clam soup.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ALL GRACE、富士喜商店、夢酒
From Paris Olympic medalists to horse-racing legends! The 6th OSAKA Horse Fair, one of the largest equestrian events in Kansai, will be held June 27 (Sat.) and 28 (Sun.) at Osaka Nanko ATC
World Market will hold the 6th OSAKA Horse Fair, Kansai’s largest equestrian expo, in Osaka in late June 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ワールドマーケット、JRA、ハーモニーワールド株式会社、Yogibo ヴェルサイユリゾートファーム、大阪大学、天理大学
[In Ebina] Dinosaur Beer Garden — Jurassic Night — opens Friday, June 19! Reservations open today.
Rembrandt Hotel Ebina in Kanagawa Prefecture will host a new “Dinosaur Beer Garden” event starting June 19, 2026, with reservations opening May 14.
Companies mentioned：株式会社レンブラントホテルマネジメント、キリン、アサヒ、スタジオ マヒナ
Original第4報！いよいよ開催直前、『TOKYO LIGHTS 2026』追加情報解禁！Adoの楽曲メドレーでの特別なパフォーマンスが決定！
Tokyo light festival “TOKYO LIGHTS 2026” announces a special opening performance featuring a medley of Ado songs, as well as a special talk on the final day with Tao Tsuchiya and her siblings.
Companies mentioned：プロジェクションマッピング国際アワードＴＯＫＹＯ実行委員会、東京都、新宿区
Original前田工繊、2026年6月期 第3四半期 決算発表
Original前田工繊は2026年6月期第3四半期決算を発表。売上高は前年同期比14.1%増の542億円となったが、営業利益は4.3%減の97億円。社会インフラ事業が好調で増収増益を牽引した一方、インダストリーインフラ事業は減収減益となった。
Companies mentioned：ＢＢＳジャパン株式会社、BBS Motorsport GmbH
[Sayama, Saitama Prefecture] 80 varieties and 700 rose bushes add color to the gardens
Original埼玉県狭山市の智光山公園都市緑化植物園で、80品種700株のバラが見頃を迎えている。5月中旬から6月中旬まで楽しめ、「春のバラフェスタ」などの関連イベントも開催される。
Companies mentioned：西武バス、東武バス、狭山市役所
[May 16 is Travel Day] Launch of a portal connecting doctors’ work and travel through “travel locum shifts”
Mediative launches the “Travel Locum” portal, combining shifts at rural medical institutions for urban doctors with travel. The initiative aims to ease the shortage of medical professionals in remote areas and create a new work model.
Companies mentioned：Mediative株式会社、医療法人道北勤労者医療協会 道北勤医協一条通病院、公益財団法人北海道医療団 帯広西病院、医療法人鴻仁会 深瀬医院、つながるクリニック
A historic bout drawing worldwide attention! Supporting Junto Nakatani’s challenge as a sponsor
Boxer Junto Nakatani, sponsored by the Garden Group, will face Naoya Inoue in a historic bout. The company has supported Nakatani since 2023 and will continue to back him.
Companies mentioned：株式会社遊楽、M.Tボクシングジム、大橋ボクシングジム
Original停戦中も攻撃が続くレバノン 直近1週間で59人の子どもが死傷 求められるメンタルヘルスケア支援 【プレスリリース】
Attacks continue in Lebanon after the ceasefire; 59 children have been killed or injured in the past week, prompting UNICEF to urgently call for expanded mental health care and support.
Companies mentioned：公益財団法人日本ユニセフ協会、ユニセフ（国連児童基金）、レバノン保健省
株式会社ワクト begins offering freelance engineers hands-on opportunities to practice AI-driven development
株式会社ワクト has begun offering freelance engineers opportunities to gain practical experience in AI-driven development. Drawing on 15 years of experience in the SES industry, the company is creating an environment where engineers can build the development experience required in the AI era.
Michael Kors unveils capsule collection in collaboration with Christina Zimpel
Michael Kors has collaborated with artist Christina Zimpel to unveil a colorful capsule collection inspired by Saint-Tropez. Apparel, bags and accessories will be available at select stores and online.
Companies mentioned：Vogue、The New York Times、Architectural Digest、Allure Magazine、Papier Magazine、The Sydney Morning Herald
Original「これって五月病かも？」5月に感じやすい心と体の不調をアンケート調査【1000人アンケート】
Navit surveyed 1,000 people about “May sickness”; nearly three in ten had experienced it. The main causes were changes in environment and fatigue from starting a new life, and most people coped by resting.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ナビット
[Fukuoka, 5/28] SUMiTAS Co., Ltd. to showcase successful real estate franchise stories at the 13th Solution Market, presenting its latest franchise success cases
SUMiTAS Co., Ltd., which operates real estate franchises, will exhibit at the 13th Solution Market, to be held in Fukuoka on May 28. The company will present success stories of entrants from other industries and independent entrepreneurs, aiming to expand its franchise network in the Kyushu region.
Netmarble’s new action-adventure RPG Game of Thrones: Kingsroad launches early on PC today, May 14 (Thursday)!
Netmarble’s new action-adventure RPG Game of Thrones: Kingsroad launches early on PC on May 14, alongside a range of celebratory events.
Companies mentioned：ネットマーブルジャパン株式会社、Netmarble Corp.、Netmarble Neo Inc.、ワーナー・ブラザース・インタラクティブ・エンターテイメント、ワーナーブラザース・ディスカバリー、HBOライセンシング&リテール、Home Box Office Inc.、Kabam、SpinX Games、Jam City、HYBE、NCSOFT
Olympic team members and World Championship gold medalists to compete! Japan’s top archer to be decided at the 55th All-Japan Field Archery Championships, held at Grand Snow Okuibuki over 3 days, May 15–17!
The 55th All-Japan Field Archery Championships and World Championship selection event will be held on May 15–17 at Okuibuki Ski Resort in Shiga Prefecture.
Companies mentioned：奥伊吹観光株式会社、公益社団法人 全日本アーチェリー連盟、株式会社堀場製作所、シブヤアーチェリー
Shimane Prefectural University Professor Emeritus Yoshifumi Tanaka publishes A Concise Dictionary of Soccer English Vocabulary and Expressions ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America
Yoshifumi Tanaka, professor emeritus at Shimane Prefectural University, has published A Concise Dictionary of Soccer English Vocabulary and Expressions, an English-learning book for soccer fans. It includes a wealth of examples from overseas media and explains specialized expressions.
Companies mentioned：開拓社、三省堂、研究社、西村書店、医歯薬出版、新興医学出版社
Sports and English to foster children’s “life skills” — SOLTILO GSA International School to open in Ebina in April 2027
SOLTILO GSA International School, which combines Keisuke Honda’s sports programs with English-language education, will open a new campus in Ebina, Kanagawa Prefecture, in April 2027, aiming to develop children’s non-cognitive skills.
Companies mentioned：SOLTILO GSA株式会社、Global KA Holdings株式会社、小田急電鉄
Yasaka Bus to exhibit at the 25th Surutto KANSAI Bus Festival
Kyoto-based Yasaka Bus will exhibit at the 25th Surutto KANSAI Bus Festival, to be held in Osaka on June 7, 2026. The company aims to improve the convenience of local transportation and raise brand awareness; this will be its 2nd time participating.
Companies mentioned：ヤサカグループ、彌榮自動車株式会社、スルッとKANSAI協議会
Celonis unveils “Context Model” to address blind spots in enterprise AI operations
Celonis has launched the Celonis Context Model and acquired Ikigai Labs, using digital twins and decision intelligence to eliminate blind spots in enterprise AI operations and improve decision accuracy and return on business investment.
Companies mentioned：Celonis株式会社、Ikigai Labs、Cardinal Health、Cosentino、Mondelez International、マサチューセッツ工科大学（MIT）、AWS、Databricks、Microsoft、Snowflake、Oracle、Amazon、Anthropic、IBM、Premji Invest、Foundation Capital
Wins “Best LINE Official Account Growth Award” at the LINE Yahoo Partner Award 2025 H2
Clubnets, a provider of DX solutions, won the Best LINE Official Account Growth Award at the LINE Yahoo Partner Award 2025 H2, hosted by LINE Yahoo. The award recognized its contribution to clients’ business growth through the use of LINE Official Accounts.
Companies mentioned：LINEヤフー株式会社
Proceeds from the charity concert “The 11th Ayaka Hirahara Jupiter Fund My Best Friends Concert ~Ganbare, Children~ with Orchestra” donated to Musubie
The certified nonprofit Musubie received more than 4 million yen in proceeds from the 11th charity concert of the Ayaka Hirahara Jupiter Fund, to support children’s cafeterias.
Companies mentioned：認定NPO法人全国こども食堂支援センター・むすびえ、洗足学園ニューフィルハーモニック管弦楽団
Tokyo Healthcare University to hold an open course on systematically learning nursing DX, “Nursing DX Practice Course [Introductory Level],” on July 4 and 5
Tokyo Healthcare University will hold an open course on nursing DX on July 4 and 5. Aimed at nursing administrators and DX promotion leaders, it will provide a structured opportunity to learn about using AI and IoT and improving operations, promoting DX in healthcare settings.
Companies mentioned：学校法人青葉学園
Candle event “1,000,000 Candles @ OSAKA CITY Chayamachi Slow Day 2026” to bring a slow-paced evening to Osaka Umeda’s Chayamachi on June 4 (Thursday)
The “1,000,000 Candles” event will be held in Chayamachi, Osaka Umeda, on June 4. The neighborhood will be adorned with candle art, with live performances and a market also on offer.
Companies mentioned：阪急電鉄株式会社、株式会社毎日放送、株式会社カクタス、阪急阪神ホールディングス株式会社、カメヤマローソク、一般社団法人日本キャンドル協会、阪急阪神不動産株式会社
Taiwan | 中央社 CNA（81）
Zhongshan satellite to begin operations in July; 16 domestically made components to gain flight records
Taiwan’s first domestically produced sub-meter-class remote sensing satellite, the Chi Po-lin Satellite (FS-8A), will begin full operations in July. The 16 domestically produced components aboard the satellite have also successfully passed in-orbit testing and are expected to gain flight heritage.
Companies mentioned：國家科學及技術委員會 (國科會)、行政院
Keelung water resources center suspected of dumping waste; prosecutors search Public Works Department and question section chief
The Keelung District Prosecutors Office searched the city’s Public Works Department over suspected illegal dumping at the Heping Island Water Resources Recycling Center. It is questioning the head of the Sewerage Division, surnamed Kao, and others on suspicion of breach of trust and violating the Waste Disposal Act.
Companies mentioned：基隆市政府工務處、法務部調查局北部機動工作站、環境部北區環管中心
ITRI technology completes AI model testing in 90 minutes, helping companies cut costs
An AI automated evaluation technology developed by ITRI cuts AI model testing time from 2 weeks to 90 minutes. Testing tailored to Taiwan’s context helps companies reduce AI adoption costs and improve reliability.
Companies mentioned：工研院 (工業技術研究院)、台灣人工智慧協會
The Taiwanese documentary “A Chip Odyssey” screens in Denmark; attendees praise Taiwan’s foresight in developing semiconductors
The documentary Mountain Makers, about the development of Taiwan’s semiconductor industry, was screened in Denmark. Local lawmakers and scientists said they were deeply impressed by the foresight of Taiwan’s government half a century ago and the engineers’ indomitable spirit.
Companies mentioned：Quantum Denmark、中央研究院、台灣同步輻射研究中心、Stanford University Taiwan Science & Technology Hub
Technology to monitor actual staffing for three-shift nurse-to-patient ratios; MOHW hospitals in Taipei and Taoyuan to launch pilot program
Taiwan’s 衛生福利部 has announced a trial of a new system to monitor nurse-to-patient ratios in real time, addressing nurses’ excessive workloads. The system will first be introduced at hospitals in Taipei and Taoyuan, tracking actual staffing on each shift rather than monthly averages.
Companies mentioned：衛生福利部、衛生福利部台北醫院、衛生福利部桃園醫院、台灣護理產業工會
Penghu’s Xiyu Township doubles economic stimulus vouchers, offering an extra NT$10,000 per person
As an economic stimulus measure, Xiyu Township in Penghu County has decided to increase the cash gift for each resident from the initially planned 5,000 yuan to 10,000 yuan. More than 8,000 residents are expected to receive it starting in June.
Companies mentioned：西嶼鄉公所、西嶼鄉代表會
Warsh to lead the Fed; central bank flags 2 rare issues and reform directions to watch
Kevin Warsh will become the new chair of the U.S. Federal Reserve, succeeding Jerome Powell. The appointment was unusual in several respects: the vote on the nomination was close, and Powell will remain a governor after stepping down as chair.
Companies mentioned：美國聯準會 (Fed)、中央銀行 (台灣)
Hon Hai: AI server rack shipments to double; CPO switches to enter mass production and ship starting in the third quarter
Hon Hai reported strong growth in its AI server business. AI rack shipments are expected to double this year, and mass production of CPO switches will begin in the 3rd quarter. The move marks a major step toward next-generation AI hardware.
Companies mentioned：鴻海 (Hon Hai/Foxconn)、Visionbay.ai、Amini、Bull
Executive Yuan proposes legal amendment requiring major power users to install self-generation or energy storage equipment
Taiwan’s 行政院 has approved an amendment to the Energy Management Act. It will require large electricity users above a certain scale to install their own power generation and energy storage facilities, with the aim of reducing dependence on the grid and increasing energy self-sufficiency.
Companies mentioned：行政院、立法院、經濟部
Auras Technology earns 2 times its share capital in first-quarter profit; operations expected to grow quarter by quarter this year
Cooling solutions leader Auras posted a record net profit of 7.916 billion yuan in the 1st quarter, up 1.46 times year over year. Liquid-cooling products for AI data centers performed well, and the company expects sequential growth for the full year.
Companies mentioned：奇鋐 (Auras Technology)、輝達 (NVIDIA)、健策 (Jentech)
Review of Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities calls for mental health leave to be extended to workers, says National Human Rights Commission
Taiwan’s National Human Rights Commission has released an independent assessment on the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Citing concern over an increase in abuse cases involving people with disabilities as victims, it recommended extending “mental and physical adjustment leave,” currently limited to students and public servants, to all workers.
Companies mentioned：國家人權委員會、行政院、監察院、立法院、司法院、考試院
Vehicle suspected of having a tracking device; New Taipei prosecutors summon Lee Chien-lung and Yin Nai-ching to give explanations
The New Taipei District Prosecutors Office questioned KMT Vice Chairman Lee Chien-lung and Yin Nai-ching, director of the party’s Culture and Communications Committee, over the alleged discovery of a tracking device in Lee’s car. Lee joked that “my wife put it there” but declined to comment further.
Companies mentioned：國民黨、新北地檢署
Auckland alumni association brings a taste of Taiwan to New Zealand; young people share stories about Taiwan
The Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Auckland held an alumni gathering for young New Zealanders who had studied in Taiwan. Participants enjoyed Taiwanese food, shared their study and internship experiences in Taiwan, and built connections.
Companies mentioned：駐奧克蘭辦事處
No trade and economic gains emerge from Xi-Trump meeting; mainland Chinese stocks close lower
China’s A-share market fell after no concrete economic or trade agreements were announced at the U.S.-China leaders’ meeting in Beijing, known as the Trump-Xi summit. The Shanghai Composite Index dropped below 4,200 points, and all three major indexes fell by more than 1.5%.
Japanese book on the “Qi Meng Initiative” published; Taiwan’s civic net-zero achievements reach the international stage
A Japanese-language edition of “Sprouting Action: Civic Zero-Carbon Laboratory,” a book on civil society’s efforts toward net zero in Taiwan, has been published. Taiwan’s National Science and Technology Council said it hopes Taiwan’s bottom-up approach will serve as a reference for net-zero innovation in Japan.
Companies mentioned：國科會、日本台灣交流協會、台灣日本關係協會、全促會
Vancouver Web Summit: Taiwanese and Canadian companies discuss opportunities on the sidelines
18 Taiwanese companies are taking part in the Web Summit in Vancouver, Canada, seeking business opportunities. The Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Vancouver hosted a networking event, raising hopes for stronger cooperation in semiconductors and AI.
Companies mentioned：Emtar Technologies、馳諾瓦科技 (Zerova)、飛宏科技 (Phihong Technology)、台灣資誠稅務諮詢公司 (PwC Taiwan)、台積電 (TSMC)、Canada's Semiconductor Council (CSC)
New Taipei District Court judicial assistant implicated in secret filming; second-instance court hands down 33 convictions, with prison terms of 2 to 7 months
A judicial assistant surnamed Luo at 新北地方法院 was sentenced on appeal to 2 to 7 months in prison on 33 charges of secretly filming people inside the court. The assistant targeted colleagues, placing hidden recording devices in break rooms and restrooms to capture private footage.
Companies mentioned：新北地方法院、台灣高等法院、新北地檢署、懲戒法院
New Taiwan dollar falls 0.4 fen to close at NT$31.51
Original5月14日の台北外国為替市場で、新台湾ドルは米ドルに対し0.4分下落し、1ドル＝31.51元で取引を終えた。取引高は13.67億米ドルだった。
Original思覺失調讓患者大學2度休學 長效針劑助回歸校園
Original統合失調症により大学を2度休学した患者が、持効性注射剤の使用で病状が安定し、学業に復帰。調査では9割が病名を認知するも、誤解や偏見が根強く、当事者との関わり方に戸惑う人が半数に上ることが示された。
Companies mentioned：台灣社會與社區精神醫學會、衛生福利部八里療養院、高雄市立凱旋醫院
Heavy rain causes flooding along the Maoluo River in Nantou; Water Resources Agency and county government pursue multifaceted management
Frequent flooding caused by heavy rain along the Maoluo River in Nantou City has prompted the Water Resources Agency and the county government to work together on multifaceted management. Measures include dredging the river, adding pumps and automatic floodgates, and carrying out drainage improvements and detention pond projects in Wailu to address flooding.
Companies mentioned：經濟部水利署、南投縣政府、南投市公所
Thick smoke billows from National Energy Storage System Testing Center; Miaoli firefighters respond, no injuries reported
A fire broke out at the National Energy Storage System Testing Center in the Tongluo Science Park in Miaoli County. Thermal runaway is believed to have occurred during a lithium battery test, sending up thick smoke. No one was injured, and firefighters responded.
Companies mentioned：經濟部標準檢驗局
US CDC: Hantavirus risk to the public remains low; tests are negative for patients with mild symptoms
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) stressed that the risk of hantavirus to the general public is low. Of the 18 people evacuated from a cruise ship and kept under monitoring, 1 person with mild symptoms tested negative and was released from isolation.
Companies mentioned：美國疾病管制暨預防中心 (CDC)、內布拉斯加大學醫學中心、艾莫瑞大學附設醫院
Violent storms batter India; at least 89 killed in Uttar Pradesh
Severe storms struck Uttar Pradesh in northern India on the night of May 13, killing at least 89 people and injuring 53 as buildings and trees collapsed. Authorities are carrying out rescue and recovery work, but communications outages have hampered efforts.
Companies mentioned：Times of India、India Today、中央社
TSMC leaves Intel and Samsung far behind; mass-production yield for largest CoWoS size reaches 98%
At a technology forum, TSMC announced 3 new advanced process technologies, A13, A12 and N2U, to widen its lead over rivals Intel and Samsung. It also said it would begin mass production within the year of the world's largest CoWoS, with yields of more than 98%.
Companies mentioned：Intel、Samsung
Environmental Management Administration Director-General Yan Hsu-ming under judicial investigation; 環境部 reassigns him to a non-supervisory role
環境管理署 Director Yan Xuming is under investigation on suspicion of breach of trust in the performance of official duties and was released on bail of NT$300,000. In response, 環境部 announced that Yan would be reassigned to a non-supervisory position and that Deputy Director Shen Zhixiu would serve as acting director.
Companies mentioned：環境部、環境管理署、台中地檢署、調查局
Hsinchu’s Xiangshan Wind and Rain Sports Center opens; Hakka Affairs Council hopes to create a space for cultural heritage
Original新竹市香山総合運動場に全天候型の「風雨球場」が完成し、本日供用を開始した。客家委員会はこの施設が、スポーツだけでなく客家文化の伝承とコミュニティ交流の拠点となることを期待している。
Companies mentioned：客家委員会、新竹市政府
Examination Yuan approves 3-tier civil service performance ratings; employees rated below good who fail to improve will be dismissed
Taiwan's Examination Yuan approved amendments to the Civil Service Performance Evaluation Act. The proposed system would simplify evaluations into 3 tiers—“outstanding,” “good” and “below good”—and allow employees who fail to deliver results to be dismissed.
Companies mentioned：立法院、銓敘部
Hsinchu County’s Hsu Hsin-ying launches consultation tour, exchanges governance experience with Hou You-yi
Hsu Hsin-ying, the Kuomintang's candidate for Hsinchu County magistrate, visited New Taipei Mayor Hou You-yi. She said she hoped to learn from New Taipei's successful experience, particularly in public infrastructure and welfare policies, and use it as a reference for her own administration plans.
Companies mentioned：國民黨
Middle East conflict affects raw materials; Yunlin integrates resources to reduce impact on public works
With wars in the Middle East affecting the supply and prices of raw materials, the Yunlin County government met with related industries. The parties agreed to take measures through public-private cooperation to minimize the impact on public works.
Companies mentioned：台灣區瀝青工業同業公會、台灣區綜合營造業同業公會雲林辦事處、雲林縣土木包工商業同業公會、中油
Kinmen Kaoliang Liquor Cup student bartending contest opens in Kaohsiung; record 369 teams compete
金門酒廠’s national student bartending contest in Kaohsiung received a record 369 team entries. This year’s event added a “Marketing Rising Stars” category for the first time, aiming to attract cross-disciplinary talent, bring youthful energy to the brand and connect with younger audiences.
Companies mentioned：金門酒廠
鴻海: Strong growth expected this year; capital spending forecast to rise by more than 3%
鴻海 forecast strong growth in its performance this year amid robust demand for AI cloud products. Rotating CEO Chiang Chi-heng said capital expenditure would also rise by more than 30% from the previous year, with investment focused mainly on regional manufacturing, automation and expanding core capacity.
Companies mentioned：鴻海
After Xi-Trump meeting, China’s Ministry of Commerce says it is willing to expand its list of areas for cooperation with the United States
After the U.S.-China leaders' meeting, China's Ministry of Commerce said it intended to expand cooperation with the United States and promote the stable development of economic and trade ties. Based on the principles of mutual respect and win-win cooperation, it aims to expand the list of areas for cooperation and narrow the list of problems.
Companies mentioned：新華社
DBS deepens wealth management outreach, targets emerging affluent customers
DBS Bank (Taiwan) announced the launch of “DBS Treasures,” targeting the emerging affluent with assets between NT$300,000 and NT$3,000,000. The move aims to deepen its wealth management customer base through an entirely digital model and meet clients’ needs at different stages of life.
Companies mentioned：花旗銀行
外交部: The two sides of the Taiwan Strait are not subordinate to each other; Beijing has no authority to make claims on Taiwan’s behalf
Following the U.S.-China leaders' meeting, 外交部 reiterated that “the two sides of the Taiwan Strait are not subordinate to each other.” It said the Beijing government has no right to represent Taiwan and criticized the Beijing authorities as the only source of risk threatening regional peace.
Companies mentioned：外交部、解放軍
Xi-Trump meeting underway; economics minister says two-way investment between Taiwan and the United States will continue, with the trend unchanged
Taiwan's economics minister welcomed the easing of tensions in U.S.-China dialogue, while saying the impact on Taiwan's economy would be limited. Exports to the United States, including AI servers, are performing well, and the minister expressed confidence in future economic growth.
Companies mentioned：台灣普利司通、資生堂
Philippine senator refuses arrest as gunshots are heard at Congress; president convenes emergency meeting
Philippine Sen. Ronald dela Rosa barricaded himself in the legislature to avoid arrest by the International Criminal Court (ICC). A shooting occurred inside the building last night, prompting President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to convene an emergency meeting.
Companies mentioned：国際刑事法院 (ICC)
TSMC shares rebound to close higher; Taiwan stocks rise 377 points and return above the 5-day moving average
Taiwan stocks, lifted by a rise in TSMC shares, closed up 377.25 points at 41751.75, recovering the 5-day moving average. Semiconductor stocks broadly attracted buying, while some shares came under pressure from profit-taking.
Companies mentioned：台積電 (TSMC)、台達電 (Delta Electronics)、鴻海 (Hon Hai)、聯發科 (MediaTek)、聯電 (UMC)、群聯 (Phison)、晶豪科 (ESMT)、華邦電 (Winbond)、矽創 (Sitronix)、昇陽半導體 (Episil)、群創 (Innolux)、國巨 (Yageo)、華新科 (Walsin Technology)、鈺邦 (APAQLI)、禾伸堂 (Holy Stone)、光頡 (Viking Tech)、森崴能源 (Sinyi Energy)、正崴 (Cheng Uei)、永崴投控 (Yung Wei)、富威電力 (FU WEI)、康和投顧 (Concord Venture Capital)
NGS testing covered by National Health Insurance; 5,700 people have benefited in 2 years
Two years after next-generation sequencing (NGS) testing became covered by Taiwan's National Health Insurance, a total of 5,700 people have benefited. The data is linked to FHIR, the international standard for electronic medical records, to promote information sharing between medical institutions.
Companies mentioned：衛生福利部中央健康保險署 (健保署)
TAICCA recruits Lin Chiling; Executive Yuan hopes more entertainers will promote Taiwan internationally
Original台湾の文策院が、女優の林志玲（リン・チーリン）氏らを新任董事（理事）に迎えると発表。行政院は、より多くの芸能人が台湾文化を国際舞台に広めることを期待すると述べた。過去の言動を巡る一部の批判にも言及している。
Companies mentioned：文策院 (文化内容策進院)、行政院、陸委會 (大陸委員会)、文化部
Kagoshima Prefecture delegation visits Pingtung to deepen exchanges on education and rocket bases
A delegation from Japan's Kagoshima Prefecture visited Taiwan's Pingtung County. Marking the 2nd anniversary of the signing of an MOU, the sides agreed to deepen exchanges on smart education and rocket launch sites. The move will take cooperation between the two regions to a new level.
鴻海 posts record first-quarter profit for the same period, earning NT$3.56 per share; all 3 key ratios rise
鴻海 reported its first-quarter results. Net profit rose 19% from a year earlier to NT$49.919 billion, a record for the same quarter. EPS was NT$3.56, and all 3 margins—gross, operating and net profit—rose.
Companies mentioned：鴻海
Three major institutional investors buy a net NT$17.527 billion in Taiwan stocks
Taiwan stocks rose 377.25 points to close at 41751.75. The 3 major institutional investors—foreign investors, investment trusts and proprietary traders—were net buyers of NT$17.527 billion in total, signaling bullish market sentiment.
Xi-Trump meeting: Scholar says seeking strategic stability takes priority over a grand bargain
Experts said the main goal of the U.S.-China leaders' meeting in Beijing was to pursue “strategic stability” rather than a “grand bargain.” Improvements in military communications are expected, while China took a hard line on the Taiwan issue.
Taipei City says Twin-City Forum is the only remaining official platform for cross-strait exchanges, after criticism of its limited benefits
Original民進党の台北市長候補・沈伯洋氏が「双城論壇は効果が低い」と批判したのに対し、台北市政府は「両岸間に唯一残る公式交流の場」と反論。市民の7割以上が交流の必要性を支持していると主張した。
Companies mentioned：民進党
Lu Hsiu-yen hopes drone development benefits everyone; DPP criticizes cuts to budget, asks how that can be achieved
Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen urged the central government to allocate its budget for developing the drone industry fairly to Taichung as well. A Democratic Progressive Party lawmaker responded that the opposition had cut the defense budget, criticizing them with the remark: “Without a budget, there can be no fair distribution.”
Companies mentioned：台積電 (TSMC)、美光 (Micron)、友達 (AUO)、大立光 (Largan)、漢翔 (AIDC)、國民黨、民進黨
Original台灣女雙內戰 胡綾芳、鄭宇倢晉泰國羽球賽8強
At the Thailand Open, Taiwan's women's doubles pair Hu Ling-fang and Cheng Yu-chieh defeated the 3rd-seeded Hsu Ya-ching and Sung You-hsuan to reach the last 8. Another Taiwanese pair, Lin Chih-chun and Yang Chu-yun, also advanced to the last 8.
Companies mentioned：羽球世界聯盟 (BWF)
US relaxes World Cup visa rules; teams and fans from participating countries exempt from bond
Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, the United States eased its visa bond rules. Players and officials from participating countries, as well as fans with tickets, will be exempt from the US$5,000–15,000 bond. Fans from at least 5 countries are expected to benefit.
Companies mentioned：FIFA
Ho Hsin-chun visits AIDC labor union, urges cross-party support for drone industry development
Democratic Progressive Party Taichung mayoral candidate Ho Hsin-chun visited the labor union of Aerospace Industrial Development Corporation. Concerned about the impact of Legislative Yuan cuts to the defense budget on Taiwan's drone industry, she called for bipartisan support for related legislation in the future.
Companies mentioned：漢翔航空工業公司 (AIDC)、田屋科技、民主進步黨 (民進党)
Trump’s reception in China surpasses protocol from 9 years ago; analysts say Beijing offers face to gain substance
U.S. President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing and was greeted by Vice President Han Zheng. Analysts said the reception was at the “state-leader level,” surpassing the welcome for Trump's previous visit 9 years ago and the reception for Russian President Vladimir Putin. They said China was seeking to give the United States “face” while securing tangible benefits.
Tong Tzu-wei meets with young people, pledges a bright future for Keelung’s children
Original民進党の基隆市長候補、童子瑋氏が青年との座談会で、人口・産業・交通の三位一体の発展が基隆の未来の鍵だと語った。彼は、若者が地元に留まり、企業が進出したくなるような都市構造の調整を約束した。
Companies mentioned：民進党
Coastal music party East Wave Carnival to kick off on 5/16; free admission
The 2026 East Coast Wave Carnival, a summer music event in Taitung, will be held at Shanyuan Bay on May 16 and 17. Performers include Shen Wen-cheng and popular Thai band SLAPKISS, and admission is free. The event will also feature beach sports and a market.
Companies mentioned：興東客運
Japanese bond yields surge and corporate earnings disappoint; Tokyo stocks close lower
Japan's stock market closed lower on the 14th. A sharp rise in Japanese government bond yields and disappointing earnings from some companies weighed on investor sentiment. The Nikkei Stock Average fell 0.98%, while the TOPIX declined 1.03%.
Groundbreaking held for parking lot at Gongba Park in Yingge, New Taipei; 278 spaces to be provided
A groundbreaking ceremony was held for the underground parking lot at Gongba Park in Yingge District, New Taipei City. The project will address demand ahead of the opening of Guohua Station on the Sanying Line, providing 278 parking spaces and incorporating a civic activity center. It is expected to open in 118年 to improve local transportation and quality of life.
Xi Jinping discusses new China-US positioning: a constructive and strategically stable relationship
Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump met and agreed to build a “constructive and strategically stable relationship” as a new framework for U.S.-China ties. Xi said relations between the two countries would remain stable if the Taiwan issue were handled appropriately.
Companies mentioned：新華社
Shinfox Energy to delist on 6/23; Ministry of Economic Affairs says Taiwan Power’s second offshore wind project will not be affected
Shinfox Energy will be delisted on June 23 because of massive losses at a subsidiary. The Ministry of Economic Affairs said the offshore wind power project the company is undertaking for Taipower is more than 96% complete and that there would be no impact.
Companies mentioned：森崴能源 (S.F. Energy)、正崴 (Foxlink)、富崴能源 (Fuwei Energy)、台電 (Taipower)、台灣證券交易所 (Taiwan Stock Exchange)
Worrying to start again, Teng Kai-wei may make another start; US media reports he will take the mound in Game 2 against Rangers
The ヒューストン・アストロズ' Taiwanese pitcher Kai-Wei Teng is expected to start again in his next outing. U.S. media reported that he is scheduled to pitch in Game 2 of a 3-game series against the Rangers.
Companies mentioned：ヒューストン・アストロズ、テキサス・レンジャーズ、The Athletic、休士頓紀事報
India bans sugar exports through the end of September; expert says move reflects inflation fears over Middle East conflict
The Indian government has banned sugar exports until the end of September to address domestic supply shortages. Experts say the move comes amid concerns about inflation risks stemming from the conflict in the Middle East.
Companies mentioned：新德里電視台 (NDTV)、Indian Sugar & Bio-Energy Manufacturers Association
Old Bridge 20 at Hualien Port to be demolished; large vehicles must take detours
花蓮港務分公司 has begun demolishing the aging, unused Hualien Port Bridge No. 20. The port access road will be closed from May 20 to July 18, and large vehicles will need to take a detour. The work aims to ensure infrastructure safety and manage traffic.
Companies mentioned：花蓮港務分公司、交通部航港局
Xi and Trump reportedly plan to lower tariffs on $30 billion worth of goods and launch a new trade mechanism
The United States and China are considering establishing a new trade mechanism called a “Trade Commission” to lower tariffs on goods worth about $30 billion each in nonstrategic sectors that do not involve national security. This is a new approach to promoting trade while managing their disputes.
Companies mentioned：路透社 (Reuters)、福斯財經新聞網 (Fox Business Network)、亞洲社會政策研究所 (Asia Society Policy Institute)、亞洲協會 (Asia Society)、美國人口調查與統計局 (U.S. Census Bureau)
Shohei Ohtani allows no runs over 7 innings as Dodgers shut out Giants 4-0 to snap 4-game losing streak [Video]
Shohei Ohtani of ロサンゼルス・ドジャース started as a pitcher and delivered a strong performance, allowing no runs over 7 innings. His team also beat サンフランシスコ・ジャイアンツ 4-0, snapping a 4-game losing streak. It was one of Ohtani’s best pitching performances of the season.
Companies mentioned：ロサンゼルス・ドジャース、サンフランシスコ・ジャイアンツ、ロサンゼルス・エンゼルス
高教工會 says St. John’s University of Science and Technology’s layoff procedures were improper; school says they were lawful and appropriate
高教工會 accused St. John's University of Science and Technology of unfairly proceeding with dismissals before collective bargaining and procedures for reassigning faculty had been completed. The university countered that the measures were due to declining student enrollment and that the procedures were legal and appropriate.
Companies mentioned：高教工會、聖約翰科技大學、勞動部