AI News 180m Report｜2026-05-23 18:00–21:00 JSThttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 49 items from 1 source; Japan, 24 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en Taipei Contemporary Art Museum invites young curators; Green Guai Guai artwork includedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482279https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482279Sat, 23 May 2026 20:21:19 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATwo exhibitions by emerging curators are being held at the Taipei Contemporary Art Museum, exploring contemporary perception and memory through Taiwan's “green Kuai Kuai” culture and other themes. Jensen Huang arrives in Taiwan, set to visit customers and meet with Wei Che-chiahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482275https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482275Sat, 23 May 2026 20:16:41 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang arrives in Taiwan to meet TSMC leadership and discuss AI strategy. Eagles beat Lions in 2 hours; Lin Shih-hsiang ties local record with 22 consecutive saves, the No. 1 mark among local playershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482276https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482276Sat, 23 May 2026 20:16:20 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe TSG Hawks won, while Lin Shih-hsiang tied the record with saves in 22 consecutive games. Kaohsiung reports its first locally acquired dengue case of 115; genetic sequencing helps identify the source of infectionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482274https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482274Sat, 23 May 2026 20:15:40 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAKaohsiung reports first indigenous dengue case of the year; health authorities urge prevention. Russell Crowe plays a senior Nazi official in “Nuremberg,” deliberately gaining weight to 126 kilogramshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482280https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482280Sat, 23 May 2026 20:11:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNARussell Crowe gained weight to 126 kg to play a senior Nazi official in the film “Nuremberg,” delivering a powerful performance while rejecting AI dubbing. Hsiao Hsiang-ling champions sports equality, experiencing the unique appeal of sitting volleyballhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482281https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482281Sat, 23 May 2026 20:11:28 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAHsiao Hsiang-ling promotes sitting volleyball and advances sports equality. Preserving Matsu’s culinary memories, Tieban Community Association invites parents and children to learn traditional snackshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482277https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482277Sat, 23 May 2026 20:05:34 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA parent-child workshop was held in Lienchiang County to teach participants how to make Matsu traditional pastries “mini gao” and “guitao.” U.S.-Iran war: World Bank documents show 27 countries seeking to secure access to crisis fundshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482278https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482278Sat, 23 May 2026 20:04:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAmid the impact of the U.S.-Iran war, 27 countries have secured access to the World Bank's crisis response fund. Anxious when “Dà Mēng” was released, Chen Yu-hsun thanks fans for their support: “I’m still alive now”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482261https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482261Sat, 23 May 2026 19:52:23 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwanese film “Dà Mēng” tops 100 million at the box office; director Chen Yu-hsun thanks fans for their support. Drug-impaired driving suspected in New Taipei’s Zhonghe car crash; car hits motorcycle, sending 2 people to hospitalhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482262https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482262Sat, 23 May 2026 19:49:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA car hit a motorcycle in a crash in New Taipei’s Zhonghe district, involving suspected drug-impaired driving and injuring 2 people. Civet cats spotted for the first time at Feitsui Reservoir; mother and kitten photographed roaming togetherhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482263https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482263Sat, 23 May 2026 19:47:50 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA civet mother and her young were spotted for the first time at Feitsui Reservoir, demonstrating the results of ecological conservation. Rti Chair Lai Hsiu-ju reports from Ukraine: Life as usual is the strongest act of defiancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482264https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482264Sat, 23 May 2026 19:34:14 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNACBS Chairwoman Lai Hsiu-ju visits Ukraine, highlighting media resilience. Berlin Philharmonic Piano Quartet takes the stage in Tainan; performance and meal last more than 4 hourshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482265https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482265Sat, 23 May 2026 19:33:12 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNABerlin Philharmonic Piano Quartet performs in Tainan. Russia accuses Ukraine of drone strike on student dormitory; death toll rises to 10, with 48 injuredhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482266https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482266Sat, 23 May 2026 19:33:10 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNARussia accuses Ukraine of drone strike on dormitory; Ukraine denies. Lu Shiow-yen campaigns for Wu Tsung-hsien in Yilan, gives him a Mazinger Z figure and wishes him victoryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482255https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482255Sat, 23 May 2026 19:26:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNALu Shiow-yen campaigns for Wu Tsung-hsien in Yilan, sparking a symbolic gift exchange. President Lai presents a plaque at Pingtung’s Daitian Temple, reiterating that the growth allowance will support disadvantaged peoplehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482251https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482251Sat, 23 May 2026 19:26:08 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPresident Lai emphasized support for vulnerable people and economic policies in Pingtung. Gas explosion at Shanxi coal mine kills 90; inhalation of toxic gas identified as the main causehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482253https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482253Sat, 23 May 2026 19:25:53 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA gas explosion at a coal mine in Shanxi province killed 90 people. 台鐵山佳站電車線故障5人記過 EMU900換新集電弓https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482252https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482252Sat, 23 May 2026 19:24:05 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFive people were disciplined over an incident caused by a malfunction at TRA's Shanjia Station, and the pantograph was replaced. Shen Po-yang: Urban vision planning across points, lines and areas should incorporate ecosystem conceptshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482257https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482257Sat, 23 May 2026 19:21:21 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAShen Po-yang proposes an 'ecosystem' model for Taipei's urban development. Children’s exhibition at the Craft Center features works woven by childrenhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482259https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482259Sat, 23 May 2026 19:16:22 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Craft Center is holding a children’s exhibition, encouraging kids to weave and create by hand. Egg thrown at Ko Wen-je during event; Taipei police arrest 1 man and refer the case for prosecutionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482254https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482254Sat, 23 May 2026 19:16:01 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMan arrested for throwing egg at Ko Wen-je during campaign event. LLB Little League and junior teams formed; head to South Korea in June to compete for World Series berthshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482256https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482256Sat, 23 May 2026 19:12:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan's LLB teams prepare for Asia-Pacific qualifiers in South Korea. Chinese fishing boats operating off Argentina raise concerns about overfishing and espionagehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482258https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482258Sat, 23 May 2026 19:03:52 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChinese fishing fleet activity near Argentina sparks fears of illegal fishing and espionage. Council of Indigenous Peoples: More than 24 billion in the central government budget directly benefits Indigenous peoplehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482260https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482260Sat, 23 May 2026 19:01:48 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Council of Indigenous Peoples clarifies budget allocations, emphasizing that 24 billion in the central government budget directly benefits Indigenous people. Drug-impaired driving incidents hit Changhua for 2 straight days; dump truck loses control in the morning, hitting an SUV and motorcycle and injuring 3https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482247https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482247Sat, 23 May 2026 18:56:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChanghua has seen drug-impaired driving crashes for two consecutive days, causing injuries and deaths; police and prosecutors step up enforcement. Weather relatively stable through the 28th, with temperatures reaching 37 degrees; next weather front arrives on the 29thhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482243https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482243Sat, 23 May 2026 18:51:46 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe weather agency issued a high-temperature warning, urging people to protect themselves from the sun and forecasting rain from a front at the end of the month. Kinmen’s 100-person parent-child centipede formation parade kicks off, warming up for the Welcoming the City God festivitieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482244https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482244Sat, 23 May 2026 18:50:44 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA parent-child centipede formation carnival was held as part of Kinmen’s Welcoming the City God festivities, passing on local culture. Hsu Po-hung has talent and room to develop; hopes to gain weight, build strength and improve power hittinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482245https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482245Sat, 23 May 2026 18:48:41 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA味全龍新秀許博閎首度一軍先發，教練團期許其增強體能以提升長打表現。 As the Taiwan People’s Party faces a wave of departures, Ko Wen-je says, “It wouldn’t be any better if I took over”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482246https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482246Sat, 23 May 2026 18:43:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Taiwan People’s Party faces a wave of departures and pressure from judicial penalties; Ko Wen-je responds to questions about party procedures and judicial impartiality. Eligibility age for children’s fluoride treatment subsidy expanded; from September, coverage extends to before elementary school entryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482248https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482248Sat, 23 May 2026 18:41:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASubsidies for fluoride applications for children will be expanded to cover them until they start elementary school. Huang Kuo-chang urges the government to demand a clear explanation from the United States about arms sales to Taiwanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482249https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482249Sat, 23 May 2026 18:29:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAHuang Kuo-chang demanded an explanation from the government following reports of a suspension of U.S. arms sales. “To Open the Mountains and Forests” documents Malaysians who studied in Taiwan, tracing the history of Taiwan-Malaysia exchangeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482221https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482221Sat, 23 May 2026 18:27:30 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Malaysian Alumni Association of Taiwan released a new book documenting the contributions of Malaysians who studied in Taiwan. Chang Cheng-yu talks with younger brother Chang Shih-lun for 5 hours overnight, helping him “overcome his inner demons”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482228https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482228Sat, 23 May 2026 18:26:58 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中信兄弟's Chang Shih-lun was promoted to the first team, and his older brother, 味全龍's Chang Cheng-yu, provided emotional support. Wu Chao-hsieh: More than 100 Chinese naval vessels deployed along the First Island Chain; China is disrupting the regional status quohttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482224https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482224Sat, 23 May 2026 18:26:38 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChina deployed more than 100 vessels around the First Island Chain. Taiwan's government strongly condemned the move as an act that threatens regional peace. A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck Hawaii Island; no casualties or damage reportedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482222https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482222Sat, 23 May 2026 18:22:05 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck Hawaii Island, with no damage reported. Agriculture Ministry holds a market in Taichung, inviting young farmers to promote domestic blueberries and rural tourismhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482223https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482223Sat, 23 May 2026 18:20:01 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Ministry of Agriculture held a blueberry event in Taichung, promoting the branding of domestic agricultural products and rural tourism. Gushan Sports Center opens; Chen Chi-mai says 4 more will be added by year-endhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482229https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482229Sat, 23 May 2026 18:16:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAKaohsiung’s Gushan Sports Center opens; Mayor Chen Chi-mai announces 4 more sports centers will be added by year-end. Anti-government protests flare again in Bolivia, with calls for the president to step down continuinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482225https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482225Sat, 23 May 2026 18:14:57 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAnti-government protests in Bolivia have intensified amid an economic crisis, with growing calls for the president to resign. National Games for the Disabled opens in New Taipei; Cho Jung-tai says the Paralympics bring together stories of heroeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482226https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482226Sat, 23 May 2026 18:10:54 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe National Games for People with Disabilities opened in New Taipei City. The government plans to improve the environment for disability sports and strengthen protections for the rights of people with disabilities. DPP party posts up for election on the 24th; Wu Pei-yi and Huang Jie in line to succeed as chairs, with Tainan drawing attentionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482227https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482227Sat, 23 May 2026 18:06:52 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA民進党 will hold elections for local party branch chairs and national party representatives on May 24. The next generation of younger leaders is gaining ground, while a fierce contest is unfolding in Tainan. 中信兄弟張仁瑋近期表現穩定 總教練盼更進步https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482230https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482230Sat, 23 May 2026 17:59:46 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中信兄弟の張仁瑋が1番・遊撃手として好調を維持し、平野監督がさらなる成長を期待している。 APEC trade ministers’ meeting in Suzhou concludes, reaffirming commitment to advancing the FTAAPhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482231https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482231Sat, 23 May 2026 17:59:44 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe APEC Ministers Responsible for Trade meeting closed in Suzhou, adopting a joint statement that included promoting the FTAAP and strengthening supply chain resilience. China holds CPTPP event during APEC; some member economies skip it in protesthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482232https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482232Sat, 23 May 2026 17:56:41 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChina held a CPTPP-related event without authorization during APEC, drawing objections from member economies. Chen Liang-hsi wins bronze at Asian Taekwondo Championships, the first official tournament medal of his careerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482211https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482211Sat, 23 May 2026 17:54:39 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChen Liang-hsi won a bronze medal at the Asian Taekwondo Championships. Lin Hsiao-cheng hyperventilates without knowing why; cherishes his health and gives it his allhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482216https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482216Sat, 23 May 2026 17:51:15 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNALin Hsiao-cheng hyperventilated during competition and cherishes his health. Forged recall petition forms targeting DPP legislator; all 11 Kuomintang Chiayi City Party Committee members receive suspended sentenceshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482212https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482212Sat, 23 May 2026 17:49:37 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAOfficials of 國民黨嘉義市黨部 were sentenced for forging recall petition forms. Beware of rapid fat gain from eating too much modified starch; experts explain how to identify ingredients in turnip cakehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482214https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482214Sat, 23 May 2026 17:48:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAExpert explains how to identify radish cakes made with chemical starch. 國泰航空 passenger jet returning to Hong Kong encounters turbulence; 8 people injured and taken to hospital.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482215https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482215Sat, 23 May 2026 17:38:32 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA國泰航空 flight encounters turbulence; 8 people taken to hospital. Katsuya Okada discusses his House of Representatives election defeat, saying online attacks over his questioning about a Taiwan contingency were the main cause.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482213https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482213Sat, 23 May 2026 17:35:35 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAKatsuya Okada blamed his election defeat on online attacks sparked by his questioning about a “Taiwan contingency.” Amputee soccer's “Leopin Cup 2026”: able-bodied players join in, toohttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482267https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482267Sat, 23 May 2026 20:11:28 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe national amputee soccer tournament “Leopin Cup” opened in Osaka. The unique tournament also welcomes able-bodied participants and aims to build up strength ahead of the World Cup in November. [TAC Civil Service Exam (Psychology and Social Welfare)] Courses targeting success in 2027 are now ¥5,500 off! (through Sunday, 26/5/31)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482268https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482268Sat, 23 May 2026 20:10:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTAC Co., Ltd. is running its “Spring Discount Campaign Final” through May 31, offering ¥5,500 off tuition for civil service exam courses in psychology and social welfare targeting success in 2027. A collaborative project by odol and Ryu Matsuyama, “odol × Ryu Matsuyama,” is underway.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482273https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482273Sat, 23 May 2026 20:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESodol and Ryu Matsuyama have launched a collaborative project. They have announced the release of their jointly produced EP “d r i f t” and a live event. 【MOTTERU】5/23(土) 20:00スタート「楽天お買い物マラソン」にて新商品・人気商品を最大約50%OFFで販売https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482272https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482272Sat, 23 May 2026 20:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESMOTTERU is holding a sale in conjunction with Rakuten Ichiba's “Rakuten Shopping Marathon,” offering 101 popular products for up to 50% off. Starting 5/23! Rakuten Shopping Marathon｜Show !t on Rakuten Ichiba brings together amadana's new record players and clock radios, plus must-see gadgets!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482271https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482271Sat, 23 May 2026 20:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESFUGU INNOVATIONS JAPAN has launched a sale on amadana's new audio products and sports glasses, among other items, on Rakuten Ichiba. The sale offers up to 47 times the points. The official website of the 5-member idol group 幻色シアター has opened on “Bitfan”!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482270https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482270Sat, 23 May 2026 20:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESAn official fan club website for the idol group “幻色シアター” has opened on “Bitfan,” operated by SKIYAKI. SIRUP's “P.S.” Hall Tour to be streamed live exclusively on U-NEXT! The LINE CUBE SHIBUYA show featuring guest Ayumu Imazu will be available.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482269https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482269Sat, 23 May 2026 20:00:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESU-NEXT will exclusively stream the LINE CUBE SHIBUYA show from “SIRUP HALL TOUR 2026 ‘P.S.’” live on July 25. Ayumu Imazu appeared as a guest at the much-discussed show. Esports team “REJECT” establishes a creator division and welcomes “春茶”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482250https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482250Sat, 23 May 2026 19:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESREJECT Co., Ltd. has established a creator division and welcomed “春茶.” The company will support her music activities in partnership with TOY'S FACTORY. [TAC Civil Service Exam] Online seminar on Sunday, 5/31: “Learn About Civil Service Jobs and Exams! The Latest Trends in Civil Service Exams”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482234https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482234Sat, 23 May 2026 18:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTAC Co., Ltd. will hold an online seminar on civil service exam preparation on May 31. It will explain the latest exam trends and preparation strategies, alongside its Spring Discount Campaign. [TAC Civil Service Exam] Online broadcast on Wednesday, 5/27: Review session for the Ministry of Justice Specialist (Human Sciences) exam!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482233https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482233Sat, 23 May 2026 18:40:01 +0900JapanPR TIMESTAC Co., Ltd. will hold an online review session for candidates who took the Ministry of Justice Specialist (Human Sciences) exam. It will review the exam and explain strategies for future preparation. With dashi taking center stage, enjoy Japanese-style lunches with ease. “Conger Eel Broth Soba Set” launches at Shima Oden MIKE on Kobe's Kitanozaka from Saturday, May 23, 2026.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482235https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482235Sat, 23 May 2026 18:39:58 +0900JapanPR TIMESShima Oden MIKE in Kobe has revamped its lunch menu and will introduce the “Conger Eel Broth Soba Set” on weekends starting May 23, 2026. [香川ファイブアローズ] 2025-26 Season: Announcement on the end of Richard Newberry's contracthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482236https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482236Sat, 23 May 2026 18:37:36 +0900JapanPR TIMESKagawa Five Arrows announced that Richard Newberry's contract has ended. He was with the team for 3 seasons and will move to the free agent list on May 25. Summer vacation event to be held July 24, 25 and 26 at Sunpu Castle Park. Volunteers wanted! Admission perks and food and drink discounts available. Ice Fest & Asian Night Market SHIZUOKA 2026https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482237https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482237Sat, 23 May 2026 18:36:24 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe “Ice Fest & Asian Night Market,” scheduled for July in Shizuoka, is seeking volunteers. The event offers a chance to take part in a local community event by helping with operations, along with various perks. [香川ファイブアローズ] 2025-26 Season: Announcement on the end of Shinnosuke Negoro's contracthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482238https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482238Sat, 23 May 2026 18:33:23 +0900JapanPR TIMES香川ファイブアローズ announced that Shinnosuke Negoro will leave the team after his contract expires. He played for the team for 2 seasons from 2024 and contributed as captain. “Metsa Midsummer Festival 2026” is underway, celebrating the arrival of summer beside a lake framed by about 1,500 hydrangea plants in full bloom!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482239https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482239Sat, 23 May 2026 18:30:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESAn event themed around the Nordic traditional celebration of Midsummer will be held for about 1 month from May 23 at Metsa Village in Hanno, Saitama Prefecture. Visitors can enjoy craft beer, traditional dances and special menus. [First in Japan] Powerful cooling. New “CORO” hybrid cooling garment combines Peltier elements with water coolinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482240https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482240Sat, 23 May 2026 18:29:40 +0900JapanPR TIMESMeisei Co., Ltd. has launched “CORO,” a next-generation cooling garment combining Peltier elements and water-cooling technology. It delivers powerful cooling unaffected by outdoor temperatures in a slim design, offering a solution for extreme heat. [香川ファイブアローズ] 2025-26 Season: Announcement on the end of Ikumi Takahashi's contracthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482241https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482241Sat, 23 May 2026 18:28:55 +0900JapanPR TIMES香川ファイブアローズ announced the end of Ikumi Takahashi's contract. He will leave the team at the end of June 2026 and move to the free agent list. [香川ファイブアローズ] 2025-26 Season: Announcement on the end of Koyo Takahashi's contracthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482242https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482242Sat, 23 May 2026 18:24:57 +0900JapanPR TIMES香川ファイブアローズ announced that its contract with player 高橋耕陽 has expired. The contract runs through the end of June 2026, and the player will be placed on the free-agent negotiation list. [Explained by a labor and social security attorney] Blind spots in preventing job-hunting sexual harassment, taking effect in 令和8年10月. Risks and countermeasures for harassment of “interns,” not just interview candidateshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482217https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482217Sat, 23 May 2026 18:10:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESクレア人財育英協会 has released a video on measures for interns ahead of legislation to prevent job-hunting sexual harassment. It will conduct awareness-raising for companies and individual question-and-answer sessions for the media. Poker pro league “DMM POKER LEAGUE -LEGEND- Season 0” to begin streaming on May 28, 2026 (Thursday)https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482220https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482220Sat, 23 May 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES株式会社Waitinglist will begin streaming the poker pro league “DMM POKER LEAGUE Season 0” on May 28, 2026, where top pros and members of the public will compete for a 10 million yen winner’s prize. Small-group instruction at a functional movement sports class｜New-year trial lessons continue to be offered ahead of fitness testing and sports day seasonhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482219https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482219Sat, 23 May 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMES「からだ機能スポーツ教室」, operated by 株式会社ライフ＆スポーツ, continues to accept applications for new-year trial lessons ahead of fitness testing and sports day season at 4 locations in Bunkyo Ward. “A story that begins here”—Project LEAP!’s 1st digital single, “Leap for the Light,” set for release on May 30! A debut anthem depicting “the moment of stepping toward a dream”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482218https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482218Sat, 23 May 2026 18:00:02 +0900JapanPR TIMESProject LEAP! has announced that its debut song “Leap for the Light” will be released on May 30. The project is promoting a hybrid career combining idol and voice acting activities. NAGASAKO OPEN 2026 Tsukuba ROUND to be held!https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482209https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482209Sat, 23 May 2026 17:34:04 +0900JapanPR TIMES“NAGASAKO OPEN” was held in Tsukuba, Ibaraki Prefecture, with 木内彪凱 winning the top category. The event used a distinctive mixed-gender format. Enjoy seafood BBQ in Kiryu, Gunma Prefecture‼https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482210https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260523-18/index-en.html#n482210Sat, 23 May 2026 17:18:36 +0900JapanPR TIMESThe limited-time pop-up oyster hut 「ゆっくり炉端焼き」 will open at MEGAドン・キ・ホーテ桐生店 in Kiryu, Gunma Prefecture, starting June 5.