Coming soon! 8 art events will be held simultaneously in Kitakagaya, Osaka, a neighborhood known for its art scene!
Original「ART OSAKA 2026」が北加賀屋と梅田の二拠点で5月末より開催。造船所跡地でのExpandedセクションに加え、地域のアート施設や作家の関連展など計8つのイベントが同時開催されます。
Companies mentioned：千島土地株式会社
2026-05-22 09:00–12:00 JST
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Japan | PR TIMES (continued)（717）
株式会社Ambitions is becoming a media and creative company that uses editorial expertise to bring purposeful communication to the AI era—fully launching 4 businesses: internal and external branding, talent production, and publishing.
株式会社Ambitions is fully launching 4 businesses to support corporate communications and organizational transformation in the AI era.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アルファドライブ、株式会社Ambitions
[Toyota, Aichi Prefecture] A report on Japan’s first demonstration project to use dashcam footage from private vehicles in firefighting operations.
Toyota City and Toyota Motor have launched Japan’s first demonstration project using dashcam footage from private vehicles in firefighting operations. The initiative aims to speed up disaster response.
Companies mentioned：トヨタ自動車株式会社
株式会社LIXIL adopts the fraud detection service “O-PLUX” to thoroughly eliminate sophisticated fraudulent transactions that bypass 3D Secure.
In response to a sharp rise in sophisticated fraudulent card use on its official online store, LIXIL adopted “O-PLUX” from かっこ株式会社. It eliminated monthly losses of several million and operational workload, restoring a safe e-commerce environment.
Companies mentioned：かっこ株式会社、株式会社LIXIL、株式会社東京商工リサーチ
How to receive the ¥5,000 “Digital Gift” shareholder benefit
GeoCode provided instructions on how to receive the ¥5,000 “Digital Gift” shareholder benefit and mailed it on May 13. Eligible shareholders can scan the QR code and exchange it online for various points and other rewards.
Companies mentioned：株式会社デジタルプラス
[Nagatoro Town, Saitama Prefecture] From disaster survivor to helper: Take the first step toward family volunteering in Nagatoro. A hands-on 1-night, 2-day shelter experience led by a disaster-prevention specialist!
Nagatoro Genki Plaza, operated by Sun Amenity Inc., will hold a shelter experience event for families in June. Under the guidance of a disaster-prevention specialist, participants will learn practical skills and tips for life in an evacuation shelter.
The “Hokkaido Relocation Consultation Event 2026 in Osaka” will be held on June 20!
Hokkaido will hold a relocation consultation event in Osaka. A total of 27 municipalities and companies from Hokkaido will take part and provide information for people considering a move.
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人北海道移住交流促進協議会
“Your AI Advisor” has been revamped, moving from “knowing” AI to “putting it to work at your company” | Operated by: NEXT INNOVAITION株式会社
NEXT INNOVAITION has revamped its AI-focused media platform, “Your AI Advisor,” into a hands-on resource, offering implementation know-how and proprietary tools for small and midsize businesses.
Making the ambitions of young people in local communities visible: 200 people from across Japan gather in Hida. “Rookie of the Year in LOCAL” highlights the value of young people working in local communities.
ROIL Co., Ltd. held “Rookie of the Year in LOCAL,” which supports the retention of young people working in local communities, in Hida City. 200 people from across Japan took part, encouraging young people’s growth through recognition and dialogue.
Companies mentioned：株式会社澤村、NPO法人宮崎文化本舗、株式会社エル・ティー・エス、長岡中央青果株式会社、㈱日本温浴研究所、㈱Edo、㈱ヒダカラ、飛騨五木㈱、㈱城山、有限会社ホテルさかえや、渕上印刷㈱、㈱ベンチャーウイスキー、㈱マルコオ・ポーロ化工、㈱モナカ、㈱いろあわせ、㈲デイ・サービスかなりや
株式会社リベルクラフト provides generative AI and RAG consulting for a major Tokyo-based broadcaster.
Liber Craft provided technical consulting on generative AI and RAG to a major Tokyo-based broadcaster. Its support for in-house development helped improve the accuracy of the broadcaster’s internal AI chatbot.
Companies mentioned：株式会社リベルクラフト
[Aichi liquor recognized worldwide] All 4 varieties of Aichi-exclusive Owari Whisky win “Silver” at ISC 2026!
Tokai Shuzo’s Owari whisky won silver awards for all 4 varieties at ISC 2026. Its quality improvements since last year received international recognition.
“You can’t tell from a résumé alone”: Trial job-change platform launches free job-listing campaign for the first 10 companies.
Fissilcom Inc. has launched a free job-listing campaign, limited to the first 10 companies, on its recruitment platform, “Trial Job Change.” The campaign aims to deepen mutual understanding and reduce hiring mismatches.
Okayama City sets a new record for corporate site locations!
Original岡山市の令和7年度企業立地件数が20件、投資額が359.3億円と過去最高を更新した。戦略的支援策と都市ポテンシャルが評価された結果である。
Launch of an integration feature for the local government EBPM tool “Acrocity×BI” and generative AI platform “Local Government AI zevo”
Shift Plus’s “Local Government AI zevo” and Gcom Holdings’ “Acrocity×BI” have been integrated. Generative AI will support the EBPM review process and advance digital transformation at local governments.
Companies mentioned：Gcomホールディングス株式会社、シフトプラス株式会社
Itandi joins 全国賃貸管理ビジネス協会 as a partner member.
Itandi has joined 全国賃貸管理ビジネス協会 (Zenkankyō) as a partner member. It plans to expand adoption of real estate digital transformation by leveraging the organization’s network of approximately 2,000 member companies.
Companies mentioned：全国賃貸管理ビジネス協会
[Kansai branch arrivals] Special pricing on Steelcase’s Leap V2 and オカムラ’s Sylphy: popular office chairs for growing teams, layout changes and replacements.
Office Busters’ Kansai branch announced the arrival of the popular Leap V2 and Sylphy office chairs. The chairs will be sold at special prices to meet corporate demand.
Companies mentioned：株式会社オフィスバスターズ、Steelcase、オカムラ
Launch of the “Cloud Lift” service menu for “SmartConnect Cloud Platform (Type-S)”
NTT SmartConnect has launched “Cloud Lift,” a simple and secure system migration service using VMware HCX for its private cloud, “SCP Type-S.”
Companies mentioned：NTTスマートコネクト株式会社、Broadcom
Japan | EDINET 金融庁開示（46）
Securities report (domestic investment securities) — 48th period (2025/09/01–2026/02/28)
オリックス不動産投資法人 filed its securities report for the 48th period (2025/09/01–2026/02/28).
Companies mentioned：オリックス不動産投資法人
Securities report — 39th period (2025/03/01–2026/02/28)
株式会社エーアイテイー filed its securities report for the 39th period (2025/03/01–2026/02/28). The report is an official document detailing the company’s performance and financial position.
Companies mentioned：株式会社エーアイテイー
Annual Securities Report—66th fiscal year (2025/04/01–2026/03/31)
株式会社きもと filed its securities report for the 66th period (2025/04/01–2026/03/31), officially disclosing its full-year business results.
Companies mentioned：株式会社きもと
Securities report — 69th period (2025/03/01–2026/02/28)
Yoshinoya Holdings filed its securities report for the 69th period, disclosing its business and financial position from March 2025 through February 2026.
Securities report (domestic investment trust beneficiary certificates) — 1st period (2025/08/25–2026/02/24)
ニッセイアセットマネジメント株式会社 has filed a securities report for its 1st-period domestic investment trust beneficiary certificates. The period runs from 2025/08/25 to 2026/02/24.
Companies mentioned：ニッセイアセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities report (domestic investment trust beneficiary certificates) — 5th period (2025/02/26–2026/02/25)
Asahi Life Asset Management has published its securities report for the 5th period. The reporting period runs from February 26, 2025, to February 25, 2026.
Companies mentioned：朝日ライフアセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities report (domestic investment trust beneficiary certificates) — 26th period (2025/02/26–2026/02/25)
Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management has published its securities report for the 26th period, disclosing the investment trust’s management status in a timely manner.
Companies mentioned：三菱UFJアセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities report (domestic investment trust beneficiary certificates) — 3rd period (2025/02/26–2026/02/24)
Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management filed its securities report for the 3rd period (2025/02/26–2026/02/24), disclosing information on domestic investment trust beneficiary certificates.
Companies mentioned：三菱UFJアセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities report (domestic investment trust beneficiary certificates) — 6th period (2025/02/26–2026/02/24)
Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management filed its securities report for the 6th period (2025/02/26–2026/02/24), a statutory disclosure concerning investment trust beneficiary certificates.
Companies mentioned：三菱UFJアセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities report (domestic investment trust beneficiary certificates) — 9th period (2025/08/26–2026/02/25)
朝日ライフアセットマネジメント株式会社 published its securities report for its 9th-period domestic investment trust beneficiary certificates.
Companies mentioned：朝日ライフアセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities report (domestic investment trust beneficiary certificates) — 6th period (2025/02/26–2026/02/24)
農林中金全共連アセットマネジメント株式会社 has filed its 6th-period securities report on domestic investment trust beneficiary certificates. The reporting period runs from February 26, 2025, to February 24, 2026.
Securities report (domestic investment trust beneficiary certificates) — 6th period (2025/02/26–2026/02/24)
Securities report by 農林中金全共連アセットマネジメント株式会社 for its 6th-period (2025–2026) domestic investment trust beneficiary certificates.
Companies mentioned：農林中金全共連アセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities report (domestic investment trust beneficiary certificates) — 11th period (2025/08/26–2026/02/24)
Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management has published a securities report on domestic investment trust beneficiary certificates for the 11th period (2025/08/26–2026/02/24).
Companies mentioned：三菱UFJアセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities report (domestic investment trust beneficiary certificates) — 44th period (2025/08/22–2026/02/24)
Amova Asset Management has published its 44th-period securities report (domestic investment trust beneficiary certificates). The reporting period runs from August 22, 2025, to February 24, 2026.
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trust)－52nd Period (2025/08/26－2026/02/24)
Asahi Life Asset Management has published its 52nd-period securities report. The reporting period runs from August 26, 2025, to February 24, 2026.
Companies mentioned：朝日ライフ アセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities report (domestic investment trust beneficiary certificates) — 14th period (2025/02/26–2026/02/24)
Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management filed a securities report on domestic investment trust beneficiary certificates for the 14th period. The reporting period is 2025/02/26–2026/02/24.
Companies mentioned：三菱UFJアセットマネジメント株式会社
Annual Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts)—6th Term (2025/02/26–2026/02/25)
T. Rowe Price Japan filed its securities report for the 6th period. The reporting period runs from February 26, 2025, to February 25, 2026.
Companies mentioned：ティー・ロウ・プライス・ジャパン株式会社
Securities Report—60th Fiscal Year (2025/03/01–2026/02/28)
Origin Toshu Co., Ltd. filed its securities report for the 60th period, disclosing results and other information for March 2025 through the end of February 2026.
Securities report (domestic investment trust beneficiary certificates) — 19th period (2025/02/26–2026/02/25)
UBS Asset Management publishes its 19th-period securities report. The reporting period is 2025/02/26-2026/02/25.
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 8th Period (2025/02/26–2026/02/25)
ブラックロック・ジャパン株式会社 publishes its 8th-period securities report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts).
Companies mentioned：ブラックロック・ジャパン株式会社
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 6th Period (2025/02/22–2026/02/24)
農林中金全共連アセットマネジメント files its 6th-period securities report. The reporting period is 2025/02/22-2026/02/24.
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 6th Period (2025/02/22–2026/02/24)
農林中金全共連アセットマネジメント publishes its 6th-period securities report, disclosing the investment trust's operating status.
Companies mentioned：農林中金全共連アセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 22nd Period (2025/08/23–2026/02/24)
アセットマネジメントOne株式会社 files a securities report for its 22nd-period beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts. The reporting period runs from Aug. 23, 2025, to Feb. 24, 2026.
Companies mentioned：アセットマネジメントOne株式会社
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 20th Period (2025/02/26–2026/02/24)
Originalシュローダー・インベストメント・マネジメント株式会社が第20期有価証券報告書を公表しました。
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 16th Period (2025/08/26–2026/02/24)
ブラックロック・ジャパン files a securities report for its 16th-period beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts. The period runs from Aug. 26, 2025, to Feb. 24, 2026.
Companies mentioned：ブラックロック・ジャパン株式会社
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 20th Period (2025/02/22–2026/02/24)
三井住友トラスト・アセットマネジメント disclosed its 20th-period securities report, an official financial disclosure for an investment trust.
Companies mentioned：三井住友トラスト・アセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 5th Period (2025/08/26–2026/02/24)
ＳＢＩ岡三アセットマネジメント files its 5th-period securities report. The period runs from Aug. 26, 2025, to Feb. 24, 2026.
Companies mentioned：ＳＢＩ岡三アセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 56th Period (2025/08/26–2026/02/24)
シュローダー・インベストメント・マネジメント株式会社 has published its 56th-period securities report.
Companies mentioned：シュローダー・インベストメント・マネジメント株式会社
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 22nd Period (2025/02/26–2026/02/24)
三菱UFJアセットマネジメント disclosed its 22nd-period securities report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts). The reporting period runs from Feb. 26, 2025, to Feb. 24, 2026.
Companies mentioned：三菱UFJアセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities report (domestic investment trust beneficiary certificates) — 11th period (2025/08/26–2026/02/24)
三菱UFJアセットマネジメント株式会社 has filed a securities report for the 11th period (2025/08/26-2026/02/24).
Companies mentioned：三菱UFJアセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 8th Period (2025/02/26–2026/02/24)
ブラックロック・ジャパン株式会社 files a securities report for its 8th-period beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts. The reporting period runs from Feb. 26, 2025, to Feb. 24, 2026.
Companies mentioned：ブラックロック・ジャパン株式会社
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 25th Period (2025/02/22–2026/02/24)
三井住友トラスト・アセットマネジメント publishes its 25th-period securities report, detailing the investment trust's performance and status.
Companies mentioned：三井住友トラスト・アセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities report (domestic investment trust beneficiary certificates) — 5th period (2025/02/26–2026/02/25)
しんきんアセットマネジメント投信株式会社 published its 5th-period securities report for beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts. The period runs from February 2025 to February 2026.
Companies mentioned：しんきんアセットマネジメント投信株式会社
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 26th Period (2025/02/26–2026/02/24)
アセットマネジメントOne株式会社 files its 26th-period securities report. The period runs from Feb. 26, 2025, to Feb. 24, 2026.
Companies mentioned：アセットマネジメントOne株式会社
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 62nd Period (2025/08/26–2026/02/24)
ブラックロック・ジャパン株式会社 has filed a securities report for the 62nd period (2025/08/26-2026/02/24).
Companies mentioned：ブラックロック・ジャパン株式会社
Securities report (domestic investment trust beneficiary certificates) — 3rd period (2025/02/26–2026/02/24)
ＳＯＭＰＯアセットマネジメント株式会社 filed a securities report for the 3rd period (2025/02/26–2026/02/24) covering beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts.
Companies mentioned：ＳＯＭＰＯアセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities Report (Domestic Investment Trust Beneficiary Certificates) – 23rd Period (2025/02/22–2026/02/24)
アセットマネジメントOne株式会社 filed a securities report for its 23rd-period beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts as part of its disclosure to investors.
Companies mentioned：アセットマネジメントOne株式会社
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 42nd Period (2025/02/22–2026/02/24)
野村アセットマネジメント株式会社 has published a securities report for the 42nd period (2025/02/22-2026/02/24) covering beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts.
Companies mentioned：野村アセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 52nd Period (2025/08/28–2026/02/27)
野村アセットマネジメント has published a securities report for the 52nd period (2025/08/28-2026/02/27).
Companies mentioned：野村アセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 20th Period (2025/02/26–2026/02/25)
ＳＢＩ岡三アセットマネジメント has filed a securities report covering its 20th-period beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts.
Companies mentioned：ＳＢＩ岡三アセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 25th Period (2025/02/22–2026/02/24)
三井住友トラスト・アセットマネジメント files its 25th-period securities report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts).
Companies mentioned：三井住友トラスト・アセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 38th Period (2025/08/23–2026/02/24)
野村アセットマネジメント has published a securities report covering its 38th-period beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts.
Companies mentioned：野村アセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 26th Period (2025/08/26–2026/02/24)
アセットマネジメントOne株式会社 filed a 26th-period securities report for beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts. The reporting period runs from Aug. 26, 2025, to Feb. 24, 2026.
Companies mentioned：アセットマネジメントOne株式会社
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 41st Period (2025/08/26–2026/02/25)
ブラックロック・ジャパン株式会社 has published its 41st-period securities report, a statutory disclosure document detailing the investment trust's operating status.
Companies mentioned：ブラックロック・ジャパン株式会社
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 25th Period (2025/08/22–2026/02/24)
野村アセットマネジメント files a 25th-period securities report for beneficiary certificates of domestic investment trusts. The operating period runs from Aug. 22, 2025, to Feb. 24, 2026.
Companies mentioned：野村アセットマネジメント株式会社
Securities Report (Beneficiary Certificates of Domestic Investment Trusts) – 60th Period (2025/08/28–2026/02/27)
野村アセットマネジメント has published its 60th-period securities report. The reporting period runs from Aug. 28, 2025, to Feb. 27, 2026.
Companies mentioned：野村アセットマネジメント株式会社
Taiwan | 中央社 CNA（30）
Presidential Office: No information that U.S. arms sales to Taiwan have been suspended; hopes special military procurement budget will pass review smoothly
The Presidential Office denied rumors that U.S. arms sales to Taiwan had been suspended and called on the legislature to support the military procurement budget.
16 Chinese military aircraft and vessels operate around the Taiwan Strait; armed forces closely monitor and respond
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Trump to ease greenhouse gas rules on refrigerants, saying move will ease burden on consumers
Trump eases restrictions on HFCs refrigerants, saying move will ease burden on consumers.
TPASS frequent-rider rewards for January to April; claim by tapping card starting 5/25
公路局 announced that TPASS rewards will be issued on May 25, covering frequent-rider discounts for 1-4 and subsidies for older adults renewing their driver's licenses.
Companies mentioned：公路局
Su Yaohui acquitted again in retrial of attempted murder case; High Prosecutors Office appeals
Su Yaohui was acquitted in a retrial of his attempted murder case, and the High Prosecutors Office appealed the ruling.
Key issues in U.S.-Iran talks unresolved; Rubio says he sees positive signs
The U.S.-Iran talks remain deadlocked over uranium stockpiles and control of the strait, but both sides have signaled progress in negotiations.
June Fourth commemoration and rally in support of military procurement to bring traffic controls to Ketagalan Boulevard starting the evening of the 23rd
Traffic restrictions will be imposed in Taipei in connection with a rally.
Taiwanese mangoes and pineapples head to New Zealand; Auckland office chief calls them a new trade highlight
Taiwan's new mango-pineapple variety has gone on sale in New Zealand, drawing attention as a success in agricultural technology exports.
Amkor to partner with AMD on advanced packaging in Arizona as it expands its footprint
Amkor Technology partners with AMD for advanced chip packaging in Arizona, targeting 2028 production.
Companies mentioned：Amkor Technology、AMD、Nvidia、Apple、TSMC
Japan's core inflation fell to 1.4% in April; government plans additional budget to curb energy prices
Japan's April core CPI fell to 1.4%. The government is considering an additional budget to curb energy prices.
U.S. Senate advances war powers resolution, but House unexpectedly cancels vote
Republican leaders in the US House indefinitely postponed a vote on a war powers resolution concerning the war with Iran. Democrats said they had enough votes for passage.
President proposes growth allowance; Chiang Wan-an says central and local governments will work together to support families with children
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an said the city would work with the central government to improve the child-rearing environment in response to President Lai Ching-te's announcement of a monthly growth allowance of 5000 yuan for those aged 0 to 18.
Companies mentioned：NVIDIA
Taiwan stocks rise more than 600 points in morning trading, topping 42,000
Taiwan stocks surged over 600 points, crossing 42,000, driven by US market gains.
Companies mentioned：TSMC、Foxconn、MediaTek、Delta Electronics
U.S. intelligence: Iran has resumed drone production, rebuilding military strength far faster than expected
Iran is accelerating its military rebuilding during the ceasefire, restarting drone production and threatening regional security.
Companies mentioned：CNN、CBS
Taiwan's representative to the U.S.: Arms purchases serve U.S. interests and reduce the likelihood of a Chinese attack on Taiwan
Taiwan's representative to the U.S., Yu Da-lei, said Taiwan's arms purchases not only strengthen its own defenses but also serve U.S. interests, since a stronger Taiwan can effectively reduce the chance of a Chinese attack. His remarks come as President Trump considers a new round of arms sales to Taiwan.
SpaceX calls off Starship V3 maiden launch before liftoff; next attempt could come as early as the 22nd
SpaceX Starship V3 launch aborted due to mechanical arm issue, rescheduled for the 22nd.
Companies mentioned：SpaceX、NASA
New Taiwan dollar opens up 3.5 cents at 31.56 per U.S. dollar
TWD opened 3.5 cents higher against USD at 31.56.
Taiwan stocks open up 79.71 points
Taiwan Stock Exchange opened 79.71 points higher at 41,447.92.
Kyle Busch dies at 41; NASCAR two-time champion with 63 career wins leaves a legendary record
NASCAR icon Kyle Busch, a two-time Cup Series champion and one of the sport's most celebrated drivers, has died at 41 from a severe, undisclosed illness. His family and Richard Childress Racing confirmed his sudden passing, highlighting his rare talent and passion for racing.
Trump questions NATO's role; Rubio singles out Spain for refusing to provide bases
U.S. President Donald Trump has questioned NATO's role over the war with Iran, particularly criticizing Spain and other countries for refusing to provide military bases. This prompted U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio to meet with NATO foreign ministers in Helsingborg in an effort to ease tensions within the alliance and address the threat that the United States could leave NATO.
Southern Taiwan braces for 38-degree heat; Wu Derong says scorching summerlike weather begins on the 23rd
Weather expert Wu Derong said Taiwan will see scorching, summerlike weather from May 23 to 28, with highs in the south possibly reaching 38°C and repeatedly setting new highs for the year. The 4th plum-rain-season front is expected to move south on the 29th and 30th, after which a tropical disturbance may develop over waters east of the Philippines.
Oil prices retreat and U.S. stocks close higher; investment advisers say Taiwan market sentiment is strengthening, with AI themes in focus
US stocks closed higher due to falling oil prices, boosting Taiwan's stock market sentiment. AI-related themes are gaining traction with significant investments from AMD and an upcoming speech by NVIDIA's CEO, driving market optimism and foreign capital inflows into specific sectors.
Taiwan representative in the U.S. tells Iowa audience: Taiwan upholds peace, China undermines stability
Lei Yen-feng, Director-General of the TECO in Chicago, delivered a speech in Iowa asserting that Taiwan is a guardian of regional peace while China is a source of instability. He highlighted the deepening U.S.-Taiwan cooperation in defense and economy, Taiwan's commitment to self-defense, and condemned China's distortion of UN Resolution 2758.
Trump's compensation fund proposal sparks party infighting; Senate vote on ICE funding postponed
US Senate Republicans delayed a vote on a $72 billion immigration enforcement funding bill due to internal disagreement over Trump's demand for a $1.8 billion fund for "weaponized government" victims, including Capitol riot convicts, and a $1 billion White House banquet hall fund.
Cannes immersive work 'Dancing with Fire' explores fire's good and evil through water
The Taiwanese-British-French co-production 'Colored Fire: An Immersive Concert with Yuja Wang' has been nominated in the Immersive Competition at the 79th Cannes Film Festival. Directed by Pierre-Alain Giraud, the piece uses a fully projected space and headset displays to immerse the audience in a virtual performance by pianist Yuja Wang. It explores the contradictory nature of fire as both a creative and destructive force, reflecting human nature, and aims to unite audiences through the universal themes of classical music and a shared immersive experience.
California sets a national precedent as governor orders plan to address AI's impact on jobs
California Gov. Gavin Newsom ordered the development of a plan to address the potential impact of artificial intelligence on the job market, making the state the first in the nation to take such action.
German chancellor proposes Ukraine become an EU “associate member,” paving the way for a peace deal
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has formally proposed to the EU the creation of an 'associate member' status for Ukraine. This would grant Ukraine participatory rights in key EU institutions without full voting power or budget access, aiming to accelerate its integration while acknowledging the long path to full membership. The move is also seen as a potential political tool for President Zelenskyy in future peace talks.
Good Morning, World: AIT Director Raymond Greene says U.S. policy toward Taiwan is unchanged, welcomes President Lai’s reaffirmation of the status quo
This article compiles several key news items for Taiwan, including the AIT Director's comments on stable US-Taiwan policy, AMD's $10B+ investment in AI and chip manufacturing, a scandal involving hidden cameras in aesthetic clinics, Toyota's plan to 'reverse import' cars from Taiwan to Japan, and a Taiwanese author winning the International Booker Prize.
German media use AI to create search platform helping people learn about their families’ Nazi past
German media outlets, including Die Zeit and Der Spiegel, have leveraged AI to create accessible search platforms for a massive database of Nazi party membership cards recently released by the U.S. National Archives. This initiative is enabling German citizens to investigate their family histories, sparking a societal conversation about a difficult past and highlighting the contrast with Germany's own stricter data privacy laws, which prevent its Federal Archives from offering similar access until at least 2028.
Lin Chia-lung visits Czechia to attend forum, stresses Taiwan and Europe should deepen their strategic partnership
Taiwan's Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung delivered a speech at the GLOBSEC forum in Prague, arguing for a strengthened Taiwan-Europe strategic partnership. He presented Taiwan's successful economic de-risking from China as a model, stating its GDP grew over 8% after reducing dependency, and positioned Taiwan as a key, trusted partner for Europe's re-industrialization and re-armament in the AI era.