2026-05-23 21:00–24:00 JST

Chang Chen-yue vies for Golden Melody best male singer title; his son says he is impressive, while Nick Chou calls his nomination an encouragement

Published 2026-05-23 23:21 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Chang Chen-yue and Nick Chou are nominated for Best Mandarin Male Singer at the 37th Golden Melody Awards and won at the hito Pop Music Awards.

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Drugged-driving crash in New Taipei's Zhonghe kills 1, injures 1 as car hits and runs over scooter

Published 2026-05-23 23:11 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

A fatal crash involving drug-impaired driving occurred in New Taipei City, and police are stepping up enforcement.

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Taiwan Lottery's Daily Cash 539 draw No. 115126: 1 top-prize ticket wins

Published 2026-05-23 23:04 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The results of Taiwan's lottery drawing have been announced.

Companies mentioned：台彩公司

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Defense Ministry seeks emergency release of initial HIMARS payment; paperwork under review at Executive Yuan

Published 2026-05-23 22:56 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The Defense Ministry has sought emergency release of the initial HIMARS payment, and the Executive Yuan is reviewing the paperwork.

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Shanxi mine disaster kills 90; Chinese vice premier visits scene and orders thorough investigation

Published 2026-05-23 22:45 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

A gas explosion at a Shanxi coal mine killed 90; State Council Vice Premier Zhang Guoqing ordered a thorough investigation.

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Presidential Office concert's democracy worksheet prompts President Lai to joke that it's very detailed

Published 2026-05-23 22:26 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The Presidential Office concert incorporated a democracy worksheet, with President Lai Ching-te engaging with the public to promote civic education.

Companies mentioned：中華文化總會

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Lin Yu-shu sets three national records at National Disabled Games, nearly reaches Nagoya Asian Para Games qualifying mark

Published 2026-05-23 22:26 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Lin Yu-shu broke three national records at the National Disabled Games; although she fell short of the Asian Para Games qualifying standard, she showed determination.

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Pentagon releases newly declassified files, revealing footage of U.S. fighter jet shooting down UFO

Published 2026-05-23 22:23 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The Pentagon released declassified files featuring footage of a fighter jet shooting down a UFO.

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Xiao Bo'en blasts a leadoff homer to set the tone in the Hualien Little League tournament, helping Taoyuan claim a win

Published 2026-05-23 22:21 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taoyuan City team bats all around to beat New Taipei City at the 華南金控 Cup Little League tournament.

Companies mentioned：華南金控、中信兄弟

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Heavy fog in Kinmen disrupts flights; military aircraft and passenger ships transport hundreds of travelers back to Taiwan

Published 2026-05-23 21:51 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Heavy fog in Kinmen caused widespread flight disruption, prompting the government to launch an emergency air and sea transport plan.

Companies mentioned：華信航空

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Small truck crashes into Changhua home, killing 2; driver who used drugs detained

Published 2026-05-23 21:50 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

A fatal crash involving drug-impaired driving occurred in Changhua.

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Civic groups hold 'True Peace, Strong Defense' march as participants back stronger defenses

Published 2026-05-23 21:49 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

A civic group held a demonstration in Taipei calling for stronger national defense.

Companies mentioned：中国銀行

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PLG's Ku Mao-wei-chia sinks crucial free throws as the Tainan TSG GhostHawks edge the Fubon Braves to level the series

Published 2026-05-23 21:46 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

台鋼獵鷹 narrowly beat the Fubon Braves to level the PLG playoff series.

Companies mentioned：台鋼獵鷹、台北富邦勇士

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KID finishes last in outdoor 'Dragon Ball grab' challenge, angrily shouts: 'Everyone's attacking me'

Published 2026-05-23 21:46 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

KID flew into a rage over the game results on a variety show.

Companies mentioned：綜藝玩很大

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Taiwan Lottery's Daily Cash 539 draw No. 115126 results

Published 2026-05-23 21:43 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taiwan's lottery winning numbers have been announced.

Companies mentioned：台彩

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Russian drone strikes funeral procession in northeastern Ukraine, killing 1 and injuring 9

Published 2026-05-23 21:33 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

A Russian drone struck a funeral procession in Sumy, Ukraine, causing casualties.

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Taiwan and U.S. hold GCTF in Germany for first time; Berlin medical students praise Taiwan's digital governance

Published 2026-05-23 21:27 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taiwan and the U.S. co-hosted a GCTF seminar in Berlin for the first time, focusing on medical AI and global health resilience and earning high praise from Germany's medical community.

Companies mentioned：台積電

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Jiang Shaohong hits a game-winning homer; Mei Sai Si retires 3 batters on 3 pitches in an inning, calling it special

Published 2026-05-23 21:26 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

味全ドラゴンズ have achieved 7 consecutive wins.

Companies mentioned：味全ドラゴンズ、中信兄弟

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Kaohsiung reports first locally transmitted dengue case; Qianzhen and Lingya placed on alert

Published 2026-05-23 21:26 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Kaohsiung reported its first locally transmitted dengue case of the year. The city government activated emergency disease-control measures and placed Qianzhen and Lingya on alert.

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Two teams set CPBL record with leadoff homers in the first inning; Fubon Guardians beat Rakuten Monkeys

Published 2026-05-23 21:16 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

富邦悍將 and 樂天桃猿 set a CPBL record when both teams hit leadoff homers in the first inning; Fubon won 3-1.

Companies mentioned：富邦悍將、樂天桃猿、統一獅、味全龍

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Taiwan and the U.S. co-host GCTF seminar in Germany for the first time to bolster global health resilience

Published 2026-05-23 20:56 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Taiwan and the U.S. co-hosted a GCTF seminar in Berlin on resilience in global health systems, with Taiwan's pandemic response experience earning international recognition.

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Man visiting Dongju to see blue tears falls into sea and later dies in hospital

Published 2026-05-23 20:52 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

A tourist drowned after falling into the sea while viewing blue tears in Matsu.

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Shi Boyu takes on stage play for first time, feels enormous pressure over just 5 minutes onstage

Published 2026-05-23 20:49 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Shi Boyu took on a stage play for the first time; although he performed for only 5 minutes, he gained a lot from the experience.

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Longest 7-game winning streak since the Dragons' revival; 'pretty scary' that anyone can be a hero

Published 2026-05-23 20:47 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

味全龍 beat 中信兄弟 to notch their longest winning streak since returning to the league, at 7 games.

Companies mentioned：味全龍、中信兄弟

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May 23: Impact of the U.S.-Iran war on the global economy, financial markets and livelihoods

Published 2026-05-23 20:43 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

The U.S.-Iran war is affecting the global economy; 27 countries are seeking World Bank funding, Indian fuel prices keep rising, and oil markets are volatile.

Companies mentioned：世界銀行

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Ebola outbreak spreads in Uganda, with 5 confirmed cases so far

Published 2026-05-23 20:38 ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA

Uganda reported 3 new confirmed Ebola cases, bringing the total to 5. The government stepped up disease-control measures and suspended cross-border transport.

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You can buy merchandise and help your favorite VTuber secure an original song. FAPON has announced a grand prix to win an original song composed by songwriters who have provided music to renowned Vocaloid producers and major VTuber agencies [VTuber Marketing WACTOR].

Published 2026-05-23 22:52 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

WACTOR is holding a grand prix on FAPON to win an original song for VTubers.

Companies mentioned：WACTOR、avex、BIG UP!

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[Nanashiinku] New talent ぴかまる NS-PT01 makes an additional debut!

Published 2026-05-23 21:30 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

New talent ぴかまる NS-PT01 is debuting from the VTuber agency 「ななしいんく」. The first livestream is scheduled for June 16.

Companies mentioned：774株式会社

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[Made with precious domestically produced green laver] 「Konjac Protein Crackers, Domestic Green Laver Flavor」 officially goes on sale

Published 2026-05-23 21:18 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

NINZIA has begun mass-producing protein crackers combining konjac and domestically produced green laver. The company aims to address health challenges with its proprietary texture technology.

Companies mentioned：株式会社シーベジタブル

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Latest episode of NoBorder, the new media banned from terrestrial TV, released: No. 48

Published 2026-05-23 21:03 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

株式会社NoBorder has released episode 48, a program about the Osaka IR project. It examines both the economic impact and social risks.

Companies mentioned：株式会社NoBorder、大阪MGM

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Winners of the 「クランチロール・アニメアワード 2026」 announced!

Published 2026-05-23 21:00 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

At the 「クランチロール・アニメアワード 2026」, 『僕のヒーローアカデミア FINAL SEASON』 won Anime of the Year. The late director Tatsuya Nagamine received the Global Impact Award.

Companies mentioned：クランチロール、東京フィルハーモニー交響楽団

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Lienel's Tokyo-Nagoya-Osaka tour 「Osyan」, with all performances sold out, will be livestreamed exclusively on U-NEXT! An SNS watch party will also be held on the day.

Published 2026-05-23 21:00 ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES

U-NEXT will exclusively livestream the final performance of Lienel's live tour on June 21. The stream will be available to members at no additional charge, with catch-up viewing and an SNS-linked event also planned.

Companies mentioned：株式会社U-NEXT、株式会社U-NEXT HOLDINGS

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