17 received, 17 listed, 2 sources
One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 12 items from 1 source; Japan, 5 items from 1 source.
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Former US ambassador to the United Nations Haley posted on 社群平台X, criticizing Beijing and the United Nations because Taiwan has gone 10 consecutive years without being invited to the World Health Assembly (WHA). She stressed that this was at China's request and contrasted Taiwan's early warnings about the pandemic with China's cover-up.
Companies mentioned：世界衛生組織 (WHO)、聯合國 (UN)、社群平台X
According to the Financial Times, China has banned 輝達（Nvidia）'s RTX 5090D V2, a downgraded gaming chip designed to circumvent US export controls. The move aims to block the flow of all 輝達（Nvidia） chips and promote domestic semiconductor companies such as 華為 and 寒武紀.
Companies mentioned：輝達（Nvidia）、金融時報（Financial Times）、華為、寒武紀
Iran allowed ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, easing market concerns over conflict in the Middle East. Buoyed by the news, major European stock markets closed higher, while international oil prices fell.
In response to former US President Trump saying he would speak with President Lai Ching-te, Taiwan's Foreign Ministry said it would convey Taiwan's views if given the opportunity. It stressed that Taiwan is a defender of peace and China is a disruptor, and said it hoped arms purchases from the US would continue.
Companies mentioned：彭博
Yang Pao-chen, a former spokesperson for 台灣民眾黨, announced she was leaving the party and would run independently for a Taichung City Council seat representing the East and South districts. She said she could not accept the party's culture of bullying and believed her political direction no longer aligned with the party's.
Companies mentioned：台灣民眾黨、臉書（Facebook）
三星電子 and its union reached a tentative wage agreement on the eve of a strike, temporarily postponing the planned walkout. The South Korean government stepped in to mediate amid concerns over the economic impact, and Labor Minister Kim Young-hoon praised both sides for resolving the issue through dialogue. The union will put the agreement to a vote.
Companies mentioned：三星電子
樂天桃猿隊 ended their scoring drought, racking up 9 runs in a game for a season high and defeating the CTBC Brothers 9:7. Infielder Li Hsun-chieh delivered a standout performance with 2 home runs and 5 RBIs, earning game MVP honors.
Companies mentioned：樂天桃猿隊、中信兄弟隊
A suspected food safety incident occurred at the elementary division of 台北市私立復興實驗高級中學, where 12 students developed vomiting or diarrhea after eating pasta for lunch. The health department has launched an investigation and collected samples, with test results expected in as soon as two weeks.
Companies mentioned：台北市私立復興實驗高級中學、台北市教育局、台北市衛生局
US envoy to Greenland Landry visited Nuuk, the Greenlandic capital, and advocated in a media interview for the territory's independence from Denmark, saying it would enable economic self-reliance and strengthen ties with the United States. The move echoed former US President Trump's strategic ambitions for the region.
Companies mentioned：鞍山週報（Sermitsiaq）
US President Trump said he would speak with Taiwan President Lai Ching-te and might discuss arms sales to Taiwan, but did not provide a time. He made the remarks after meeting Chinese President Xi Jinping. President Lai said he hoped to emphasize the importance of arms purchases to maintaining peace in the Taiwan Strait.
A knife attack took place at a Japanese restaurant in Shanghai during lunchtime, when a 59-year-old Chinese man stabbed 2 Japanese people and 1 Chinese person. The injured Japanese nationals are employees of 森大廈集團 and are not in life-threatening condition. The suspect has a history of mental illness, and the motive is unknown. The incident has unsettled the local Japanese community.
Companies mentioned：森大廈集團、日本富士新聞網（FNN）、日本電視台
US Secretary of State Rubio delivered a video address on Cuba's Independence Day, proposing $100 million in conditional humanitarian aid and blaming Cuba's leadership for the country's economic hardships. The move was seen as part of an escalation in the Trump administration's pressure on Cuba's communist government.
Companies mentioned：路透社、天主教會、古巴駐美國大使館
Otsuka Pharmaceutical will begin airing a new commercial for POCARI SWEAT, “POCARI HUMAN CHALLENGE,” on May 22. The commercial highlights the brand’s potential through a dynamic underwater performance by approximately 1,000 multinational participants.
ValuesFusion Inc. has opened pre-entry for the 8th Startup Jr. Award 2026, a presentation competition that fosters entrepreneurship among elementary, junior high and high school students. The final will be held at Tokyo Stock Exchange Arrows in March 2027.
Companies mentioned：株式会社東京証券取引所、JPXマネ部！ラボ
Ageha Inc. has published a report on its seminar held on February 19, 2026, titled “You’re Getting Traffic, but Conversions Aren’t Increasing: Practical Steps for Identifying the Factors Behind No Conversions in GA4.” The report explains how to visualize bottlenecks by analyzing the “form reach rate” (average 10%) and “form completion rate” (average 25–30%) using GA4, as well as specific improvement measures such as reducing the number of form fields and optimizing CTA placement, and practical steps for improving work efficiency using AI.
Shueisha Inc. announced that it will begin publishing “Little Monster,” a one-shot manga by French author NÉO, who won the monthly award on the international manga submission platform “MANGA Plus Creators by SHUEISHA,” on “Shonen Jump+” and other platforms starting May 21.
The international conference on breast cancer in young women, YWBCH 2026, has opened its call for abstracts. It welcomes research spanning a broad range of topics, from clinical studies to self-care.
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人JBCRG、Breast Cancer in Young Women