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The Penghu International Sea Fireworks Festival combined European-style fireworks by a Malta team with a “Dragon Ball Z”-themed drone show, successfully attracting nearly ten thousand visitors.
Companies mentioned：IGNIX LTD
US Senator Graham said he would push legislation imposing sweeping economic sanctions and tariffs on China immediately if it attacked Taiwan by force, as a deterrent.
Companies mentioned：NBC、Fox News
Amid the global supply chain reshuffle, Taiwanese businesses are using their integration capabilities to play a key connecting role in Malaysia’s Penang semiconductor cluster, driving the expansion of supporting industries in the surrounding area.
Original民進黨桃園市長參選人黃世杰的女性助理疑遭性騷擾，涉案人以新台幣20萬元交保候傳。
Companies mentioned：民進黨、桃園地方檢察署
The top prize in Daily Cash 539 draw No. 115121 went to 2 tickets, each winning NT$8 million.
Companies mentioned：台彩公司
The results of Power Lottery draw No. 115040 were announced, with no winners of either the top or second prize.
Companies mentioned：台彩
Fuel prices have surged in Kenya amid the Middle East conflict, triggering a nationwide public transport strike and protests that have severely disrupted transportation and daily life.
Companies mentioned：肯亞運輸業聯盟、肯亞能源與石油管理局
A Taiwan-Italy mahjong friendship match was held in Italy, offering an inventive show of support for Taiwan’s participation in the World Health Assembly (WHA) through cultural exchange.
Companies mentioned：台灣駐米蘭辦事處、義大利麻將之友聯盟、波隆納台灣同鄉會
Taipei City’s “rodent control specialist” service has drawn criticism for excluding older apartments, as eligibility is limited to communities with management committees.
Companies mentioned：台北市政府環保局
Canadian shadow foreign affairs minister Michael Chong visited Taiwan despite China’s threats, aiming to demonstrate democratic solidarity and assert Canadian sovereignty.
Companies mentioned：加拿大駐台北貿易辦事處
The Taipei International Shooting Grand Prix will be held in June, with participant numbers reaching a nearly 10-year high. World Cup gold medalists Yang Kun-pi and Liu Wan-yu will compete together.
Companies mentioned：中華民國射擊協會
智邦’s board approved a US$35 million capital increase for its Singapore subsidiary and expanded factory leasing in Singapore and Vietnam for long-term investment and development.
Companies mentioned：智邦、Accton Technology SG Pte Ltd.、JTC、Vietnam Accton Technology Company Limited、CSI SEMICON COMPANY LIMITED、CNCTECH GROUP JOINT STOCK COMPANY、THANG LONG CNCTECH JOINT STOCK COMPANY
An escaped kangaroo was spotted beside railway tracks in Belgium, briefly halting service on some branch lines.
Companies mentioned：Infrabel (比利時鐵路基礎建設管理公司)
台積電 made a profit of about NT$63.2 billion from selling part of its stake in 世界先進, a financial move that sent 世界先進 shares to the daily limit-down.
Companies mentioned：台積電、世界先進
The Christian Association of Nigeria said armed assailants attacked three schools in the southwestern state of Oyo last week, abducting 46 people, most of them children.
Companies mentioned：中央通訊社、奈及利亞基督教協會 (Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN)、Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board
The Basel comics expo in Switzerland drew a record 103,000 visitors, highlighting the value cosplayers find in self-expression and the inclusiveness of the community. The participation of university departments also underscored how Switzerland views comics and animation as a pathway combining personal interests and careers.
Companies mentioned：中央通訊社、琉森科技藝術大學
The 2026 second APEC Senior Officials’ Meeting was held in Shanghai to prepare for the November summit hosted by China in Shenzhen. Taiwan also sent a delegation, as is customary.
Companies mentioned：中央通訊社、亞太經濟合作會議 (APEC)、行政院經貿談判辦公室 (OTN)
The Chinese Communist Party revised its rules on recruiting members, emphasizing that “political standards” come first, tightening political vetting and strictly controlling membership admissions.
Companies mentioned：中國共產黨 (中共)
中華電信 has completed and launched its “mobile business certificate system,” enabling companies to complete business authentication through mobile devices and overcoming the limitations of traditional IC cards.
Companies mentioned：中華電信、經濟部商業發展署
A German climate expert warned that the 2030 emissions reduction target will not be met and urged the government to revise its climate action plan.
Companies mentioned：德國環境援助協會 (DUH)
India’s trade deficit with BRICS countries has widened rapidly over the past five years, mainly because imports from China, Russia and other countries have surged, highlighting its growing dependence.
Original最新民調顯示日本高市內閣支持率微降至68%，民眾對物價高漲對策不滿，並有八成民眾擔憂中東局勢。
Companies mentioned：富士新聞網 (FNN)
The Labor Insurance Bureau clarified that if a National Pension insured person dies after turning 65, family members can receive at least 1 month of pension benefits as long as the person applied for the old-age pension before death.
Companies mentioned：勞工保險局、衛生福利部社會保險司、中央通訊社
The winning numbers for PowerColor Lottery period 115040 were announced as 07, 06, 34, 25, 29, 14 for the first section and 04 for the second section.
Pakistan has deployed 8000 troops, fighter jets and air defense systems to Saudi Arabia in response to the Middle East conflict, strengthening bilateral defense cooperation.
The Maldives has suffered its deadliest diving accident, with 5 Italian divers, including a professor, dying in a deep-sea cave.
Companies mentioned：熱那亞大學 (University of Genoa)
The National Land Management Agency clarified that recent rent increases were mainly driven by rising material costs, not rent subsidy policies, and stressed that rents for most tenants renewing their leases have remained unchanged.
Companies mentioned：內政部國土署
The Central News Agency released the latest winning numbers for Daily Cash 539 draw No. 115121, 3-Star and 4-Star, reminding readers to refer to official Taiwan Lottery announcements.
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Companies mentioned：滿堂紅國際餐飲公司
Following hidden-camera scandals at several cosmetic medicine clinics, the National Police Agency launched a nationwide anti-voyeurism operation. It has inspected 401 premises, found 2 with suspected covert recording devices, and opened investigations into about 9 brands and 70 branches.
Companies mentioned：愛爾麗診所、光澤診所、聖宜診所、汭恩產後護理之家、京都堂、中西區研醫明診所、光靚美學、台中樂菲診所、高雄君綺診所
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. reiterated that, because of its geographic location and overseas nationals, the Philippines does not want to be drawn into a Taiwan Strait conflict and supports a peaceful resolution of disputes.
Companies mentioned：中央社、聯合國
A fire broke out at a stir-fry restaurant in Taichung’s Xitun District. The blaze was intense but quickly extinguished, with no injuries or fatalities. The cause is under investigation.
A total of 21 teams advanced through fierce competition to the final of the 2026 Taiwan Cup Rocket Competition. The final flight tests will be held in late July at the Xuhai Scientific Rocket Launch Site in Pingtung.
Companies mentioned：國家太空中心 (TASA)、國家科學及技術委員會、屏東縣政府、陽明交大太空系統工程研究所、國立虎尾科技大學
Amid the depreciation of the New Taiwan dollar, Taiwan’s foreign currency deposits surged to NT$15.68 trillion at the end of March, setting another record.
Companies mentioned：金管會、中信銀、北富銀、台銀、兆豐銀、玉山銀、一銀
Buoyed by a strong stock market, Taiwan's investment-linked life insurance policies generated new premium income in the first 4 months of this year that was up 70.4% year on year, becoming a key engine of growth for the life insurance industry.
Companies mentioned：壽險公會、Fed
Taiwan's leading real estate brokerage, 信義房屋, has recruited former NVIDIA Taiwan general manager 邱麗孟 as an independent director to strengthen its expertise in AI technology and digital transformation.
Companies mentioned：信義房屋、輝達 (NVIDIA)、奇異醫療 (GE Healthcare)、微軟、嬌生
Taiwan's traditional Chinese medicine community spoke out on the sidelines of the WHA, emphasizing the importance of traditional medicine in preventive medicine and its alignment with global strategies.
Companies mentioned：世界衛生組織 (WHO)、台灣中醫臨床醫學會、歐洲台灣青年協會、外交部、衛福部
Against the backdrop of its conflict with the United States and Israel, Iran formally announced the establishment of the “Strait of Persian Gulf Management Authority” to manage the Strait of Hormuz, which it has effectively blockaded, and may charge ships passing through.
Companies mentioned：伊朗最高國家安全委員會 (Supreme National Security Council)、波斯灣海峽管理局 (Persian Gulf Strait Authority, PGSA)、伊朗精銳革命衛隊 (Revolutionary Guards)、新聞電視台 (Press TV)
In response to a fatal escape-room accident, the Taipei City Government inspected 34 venues and issued 15 fines totaling NT$1.04 million to 21 operators found in violation.
Companies mentioned：邏思起子、台北市政府文化局、台北市政府消防局、台北市政府都發局、台北市政府建管處、台北市政府勞動局
金管會 Chair 彭金隆 inspected the one-year results of the Kaohsiung Asset Management Special Zone, reporting strong performance by banks, insurers and investment trust companies, with total assets reaching the hundreds-of-billions level. He also pledged to continue easing regulations to align with international standards.
Companies mentioned：金管會、高雄市政府、台北富邦銀行、華南銀行、南山人壽、第一金投信、國際金融學院
After digital restoration, the Taiwanese classic film “The Dull-Ice Flower” had its world premiere in the Classics section of the Cannes Film Festival. 國家影視聽中心 will use the opportunity to actively launch marketing in overseas markets.
Companies mentioned：國家影視聽中心
After the “Xi-Trump meeting,” 中國國防部 said it was willing to work with the U.S. to promote the two militaries' relations along a stable and positive path.
Companies mentioned：中國國防部
The soundtrack for the drama “A Galaxy of Votes” will be released on June 10, 2026. Yuta Bandoh composed the music, and the buzzworthy theme song is also included.
Companies mentioned：カンテレ、フジテレビ、日本コロムビア、サントリー芸術財団、集英社
On May 15, 2025, Nadia Tereszkiewicz and August Diehl appeared in Dior outfits at the Cannes Film Festival, showcasing the brand’s appeal to the world.
Companies mentioned：クリスチャン ディオール
Eric Cantona appeared in a Dior tuxedo at the premiere of a film directed by Ryusuke Hamaguchi at the Cannes Film Festival.
Companies mentioned：クリスチャン ディオール
Actor LaKeith Stanfield appeared at the premiere of the film “I LOVE BOOSTERS” wearing a look from Dior’s latest collection.
Companies mentioned：Dior
Actor Camille Cottin attended the “Karma” premiere at the Cannes Film Festival in a Dior haute couture dress.
Companies mentioned：クリスチャン ディオール
CHART株式会社 will open a new location of its “CHART” gym, which offers “seitai × personal training,” in Tobu-Nerima on June 5, 2026. Operated as a franchise by LEAD BRIDGE, it will run a campaign waiving membership and trial fees.
Companies mentioned：CHART株式会社、株式会社LEAD BRIDGE
On the red carpet at the 79th Cannes Film Festival, Louis Vuitton provided custom dresses and high jewelry to celebrities including Cate Blanchett. The brand showcased its prestige and craftsmanship to the world.
Original株式会社システムファイブは、新しく「DJI SDR Transmission」が同梱された「DJI RS 4 Proコンボ」の販売を2026年5月18日に開始した。
Companies mentioned：DJI、ソニー
Originalカメハウスが「カメハウス悟空くじ第2弾」を2026年5月18日より発売。1回5,900円、150口限定で高額レアカードを含む。
Sekido Co., Ltd. will release a new product combining the camera stabilizer “DJI RS 4 Pro” and the video transmission system “DJI SDR Transmission” on May 18, 2026. It is expected to improve efficiency and performance in professional video production environments.
Companies mentioned：DJI、Hasselblad、PGYTECH、HOBBYWING
The National Federation of UNESCO Associations in Japan issued an urgent statement on achieving peace to mark the 75th anniversary of Japan joining UNESCO. It proposed 3 actions: raising voices for peace, passing it on to the next generation through education, and expanding grassroots solidarity.
KUROFUNE partnered with 秋田北部自動車学校 to launch a truck-driver training camp for foreign nationals with Specified Skilled Worker status. An enrollment ceremony was held on May 15, 2026.
Companies mentioned：秋田北部自動車学校
BOTANICO developed an integrated customer journey model for baby-clothing e-commerce, connecting social media engagement and reassurance with purchases. Sales rose 250% year on year.
Companies mentioned：BOTANICO
At the premiere of the 79th Cannes Film Festival, 3 stars including HoYeon wore ルイ・ヴィトン. They showcased the presence of the brand’s apparel, high jewelry and beauty collections.
Companies mentioned：ルイ・ヴィトン
Kirin Brewery will air a new TV commercial nationwide from May 18, featuring a star-studded cast and a chorus of about 500 people, to mark cumulative sales of “Kirin Good Ale” surpassing 50 million bottles.
Companies mentioned：キリンビール株式会社
DOOGEE has launched a 50% OFF sale on the “Anywise W1” outdoor GPS smartwatch on Rakuten Ichiba. For under 10,000 yen, it offers advanced features including GPS and AI functions.