TPBL announces Most Improved Player finalists; Tseng Po-yu, Ting Sheng-ju and Chuang Po-yuan vie for award
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
台灣職業籃球大聯盟TPBL announced the finalists for the Most Improved Player award for the 2025-26 season: Tseng Po-yu of the Lioneers, Ting Sheng-ju of the Mars and Chuang Po-yuan of the Leopards. The award is decided by a media vote and recognizes players' significant improvement.
Nvidia forecast lifts SoftBank; Japanese stocks close higher
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Japanese stocks closed higher, led by technology shares, mainly on Nvidia's upbeat revenue forecast and a sharp rise in SoftBank shares. Hopes for a U.S.-Iran peace deal also boosted sentiment, and the Nikkei 225 surged 3.14% at the close.
Lu Shiow-yen writes to central government asking whether Taichung MRT Green Line extension can be built in stages
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Taichung MRT Green Line extension plan has stalled over the urban plan for the Changhua section. Mayor Lu Shiow-yen will write to the central government to ask whether the northern extension to Dakeng can be built separately. The proposal came from a city councilor, but the Transportation Bureau is concerned that splitting the project would make the contract too small for the procurement of electrical and mechanical works.
Philippines orders arrest of senator Dela Rosa, wanted by ICC over drug war
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Philippine government ordered the arrest of Senator Dela Rosa. He is wanted by the 國際刑事法院(ICC) for crimes against humanity over his key role in former President Rodrigo Duterte's war on drugs. The arrest could legally proceed after the Supreme Court rejected his petition for a restraining order.
U.S. envoy says he will return to Greenland and establish more military bases
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
U.S. envoy to Greenland Landry said Washington must rebuild its influence and military presence on Greenland to address national security challenges. The move aligns with former President Donald Trump’s view and aims to prevent the strategic island from falling into the hands of China or Russia.
As countries tighten short-term rental checks, Airbnb adds hotel bookings and grocery delivery
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
As short-term rental regulations tighten worldwide, lodging company Airbnb announced it is transforming into an all-in-one travel platform. Its new services include boutique hotel bookings, car rentals, grocery delivery and AI customer service, aiming to compete with rivals such as Booking.com and develop new revenue streams.
Wang Chieh-ling makes Asian Taekwondo Championships debut, seeks women’s team’s first gold in 10 years
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan’s 17-year-old taekwondo standout Wang Chieh-ling made her Asian Taekwondo Championships debut and scored successive wins in the women’s 46-kilogram division. She defeated a South Korean opponent in the semifinals to reach the gold-medal match, with a chance to win Taiwan’s women’s team its first gold in 10 years.
Man’s group of fraud mules worked with fake-investment scam ring; Changhua court sentences him to 9 years and 8 months
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A man surnamed Chiang worked with an overseas fake-investment scam ring, recruiting fraud mules in Taiwan to handle face-to-face cryptocurrency transactions and launder money. The Changhua District Court sentenced Chiang to 9 years and 8 months in prison under the Fraud Crime Hazard Prevention Act and other laws; the other accomplices were also sentenced.
輝達 brings good news as Taiwan stocks return above 41300, rise 1347 points for fifth-biggest gain ever
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Buoyed by positive 輝達 earnings, Taiwan stocks staged a sharp rebound, surging 1347 points at the close to retake the 41300 mark and post their fifth-biggest gain ever. Heavyweight stocks and passive components advanced together, with trading value topping NT$1.1 trillion.
Growth allowance criticized as wasteful spending; Cabinet says strategic investment will maintain fiscal discipline
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 行政院 responded to President Lai Ching-te’s proposed growth allowance for ages 0-18, rejecting claims that it was election-related handout spending. It stressed that the policy is a long-term strategic investment to address the declining birthrate and pledged to maintain fiscal discipline.
Mingli Village levee-raising completed early; 水利署 closely monitors sediment upstream on the Matai’an River
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
In response to last year’s typhoon damage, 水利署 accelerated reconstruction along the Matai’an River. The levee-raising project in Mingli Village was completed ahead of schedule on May 15, with 22.1 million cubic meters of river dredging completed. However, 200 million cubic meters of sediment remain upstream, posing a potential threat, and relevant agencies will continue monitoring the situation.
Police station rebuilt for tens of millions of dollars sits unused less than 1 year later; locals hope to put it to use
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Five police stations in the Taitung South Link area have been left unused after police staffing cuts, including Tufan Police Station, which was built at a cost of tens of millions of dollars and abandoned less than a year after opening. Local councilors and residents are urging that it be repurposed as a community center, and police said they agree in principle to let the community use it.
Kinmen Deputy County Magistrate Li Wen-liang to open constituency office on 22nd, declare bid for county magistrate
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Independent Kinmen Deputy County Magistrate Li Wen-liang will open a constituency office on the 22nd and declare his candidacy for county magistrate. He will explain at the event whether he plans to resign. The move further complicates the Kinmen county race: the Kuomintang has already chosen a candidate, but there are also potential challengers within the party.
Transfer routes expanded at Kaohsiung Science and Technology Museum station; sidewalks to be added on Xianzheng Road
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Kaohsiung Public Works Bureau received central government funding to add a 350-meter sidewalk on Xianzheng Road in Lingya District, improving pedestrian safety for transfers around the Science and Technology Museum. Work is underway and is expected to be completed before Lunar New Year next year.
Three suspects detained over alleged sale of high-end 輝達 chip servers to China, Hong Kong and Macau
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Three men, including one surnamed Yu, allegedly bought Supermicro servers equipped with high-end NVIDIA chips and forged documents in an attempt to illegally export them to China, Hong Kong and Macau for profit. After conducting searches and questioning the suspects, prosecutors asked the court to detain them and bar visits.
New Taipei elementary and junior high schools plan to have students eat lunch at school 5 days a week starting next semester
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
New Taipei City announced that it will provide free nutritious lunches at elementary and junior high schools starting in the 115 academic year and encourage students to eat at school 5 days a week before heading home. The policy aims to ensure students eat regularly and reduce food safety risks; supporting measures for teachers are being developed.
Digital Affairs Ministry: Meta has high market share; encourages use of AI to curb scams
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Executive Yuan’s anti-scam command center identified Meta as a major platform for scams and called for changes to its algorithms. The Digital Affairs Ministry said it will work with Meta to use AI technology to fight scams, as the platform’s high market share makes it easy to exploit.
Taipei stocks surged on the 21st, with June electronics futures and financial futures both closing higher. Electronics futures settled at 2699 points and financial futures at 2559.80 points. Both traded at premiums to the spot market, reflecting market optimism.
AI demand supports power sector, which remains in the red-hot zone in April
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
台灣綜合研究院 announced that the power sector remained in the red-hot zone in April, signaling a buoyant economy. Strong AI demand kept semiconductor production capacity fully utilized, effectively offsetting pressure on traditional industries from the Middle East conflict. The economic growth rate in April is estimated at 10.3%.
Kaohsiung’s “Dagang Read Ice” festival heads to Hamasen in July; vendor applications open now
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
高雄市觀光局 announced that its annual ice-cream festival, “Dagang Read Ice,” will be held in Hamasen in July, with vendor applications open from now through June 15. The event aims to showcase the area’s local ice-making history and culture, draw large crowds, and boost tourism and the local business district.
Trump and Netanyahu have tense call, reveal differences over U.S.-Iran war
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu are at odds over strategy toward Iran. Netanyahu favors an immediate military strike, but Trump paused attacks at the request of Persian Gulf countries and prioritized seeking a diplomatic solution, prompting anger and frustration in Israel.
Shohei Ohtani returns to two-way role, homers on first pitch of first inning and pitches 5 strong innings to help Dodgers shut out Padres [Video]
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Shohei Ohtani once again showcased his two-way prowess, homering in his first at-bat of the first inning and pitching 5 scoreless innings to lead the 洛杉磯道奇 to a 4-0 shutout of the 聖地牙哥教士.
Taipei stocks surged on the 21st, closing up 1347.39 points at 41368.21. June Taiwan stock index futures also rose 1349 points, settling at 41473 points and trading at a premium.
Election billboard of Taipei councilor Yen Jo-fang vandalized; police refer 2 men for prosecution
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
An election billboard in Datong District belonging to 民進黨 Taipei City Councilor Yen Jo-fang was spray-painted by 2 vandals. Police tracked down and arrested the suspects, who said they acted on a whim and had no political motive. The case was referred for prosecution on a property damage charge.
Police refer couple for prosecution over alleged indecent conduct at Qingtiangang
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A couple were caught on live-stream footage engaging in indecent conduct at Qingtiangang in Yangmingshan. After receiving a report, Shilin police identified them using surveillance footage. The two turned themselves in on the 17th and admitted to the offense. The case was referred for prosecution on suspicion of public indecency.
Kaohsiung officer suspected of failing to yield to pedestrian loses control and injures fellow officer; receives one major demerit
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
An off-duty Kaohsiung police officer was stopped while riding a motorcycle for allegedly failing to yield to a pedestrian. The officer lost control emotionally during the stop, tried to flee on the motorcycle and injured an officer on duty. The officer was eventually subdued and arrested, and the local precinct issued a major demerit.
Man tries car doors at random and steals cash; Nantou prosecutors and police arrest him, court orders detention
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A man surnamed Li randomly opened unlocked car doors in the Nantou area late at night and stole valuables, committing 5 thefts. Nantou police tracked him down and arrested him in Taichung, and prosecutors’ request for his detention was approved.
Threads tests new music feature in Taiwan; posts can include 30-second song clips
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Meta announced that its social platform Threads has begun testing a new music feature in Taiwan, allowing users to attach 30-second clips of licensed songs to posts and replies. The feature offers three visual styles and aims to foster interaction and a stronger sense of connection among users.
Suspicious item prompts evacuation at Australian airport; bomb squad finds it is a hair-removal device
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Avalon Airport in Australia evacuated passengers and called in a bomb squad after a suspicious item was found during security screening. The item turned out to be a laser hair-removal device. The incident shut down the airport for four hours and delayed several flights.
The Ministry of Economic Affairs announced a goal of raising Taiwan’s monthly drone production capacity to 10万 units by 2030, with exports accounting for half. To boost competitiveness, it will focus on military-use commercial-spec products and develop key homegrown technologies such as chips and software.
Kaohsiung updates repair subsidies for aging homes; applications accepted through 8/21
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
高雄市工務局 announced the launch of the “Aging Home Lifespan Extension Subsidy Program,” accepting applications from now through Aug. 21. The program subsidizes repairs to exterior walls, waterproofing and other parts of apartments and townhouses that are at least 30 years old, to improve residential safety.
U.S. aircraft carrier arrives in Caribbean as U.S.-Cuba tensions rise
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Nimitz carrier strike group entered the Caribbean as U.S. relations with Cuba remained highly tense over legal prosecutions, presidential remarks and statements by officials. U.S. Southern Command stressed that the deployment was intended to maintain regional stability, while a series of political moves signaled a hard-line U.S. stance toward Cuba.
Annual securities report—79th fiscal year (2025/03/01–2026/02/28)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
丸東産業株式会社 has published its securities report for the 79th period. The statutory disclosure document covers the period from March 2025 to February 2026.
Securities Report – 22nd period (2025/03/01-2026/02/28)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
株式会社スタジオアタオ has filed its securities report for fiscal February 2026 (the 22nd period). The routine investor relations announcement discloses the company’s financial and business overview.
Securities Report – 16th period (2025/03/01-2026/02/28)
Published ・ Source Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示
SFPホールディングス has filed its securities report for fiscal February 2026 (the 16th period), disclosing the company’s management indicators and financial data.
[Glamping] 和心村 | Futtsu, Chiba Prefecture | A place to stay with cats
Published ・ Source Japan | note(舊社群線)
KOL “りな旅” stayed at 和心村, a glamping facility in Futtsu, Chiba Prefecture. The feature introduces a stay plan offering time with cats and a private sauna in the forest.