# AI News 180m Report｜2026-05-24 00:00–03:00 JST

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 15 items from 1 source; Japan, 5 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Rubio says peace talks have made progress; Iran may accept an agreement within days

- Published: 2026-05-24T02:25:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605240003.aspx
- anchor: #n484812

U.S.-Iran talks have advanced, but the sides interpret the agreement’s contents and timeline differently.

## Pedestrian struck in crash at Songshan Airport parking lot entrance, dies after being rushed to hospital

- Published: 2026-05-24T01:41:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605240002.aspx
- anchor: #n484811

Fatal crash at Songshan Airport parking lot.

## Su Huilun marks 36 years since her debut on the hito stage; Jung Yong-hwa wins an award and gives his thanks entirely in Chinese

- Published: 2026-05-24T01:27:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202605230215.aspx
- anchor: #n484810
- Companies mentioned: hito流行音樂獎

Su Huilun and Jung Yong-hwa win awards and perform at the 2026 hito流行音樂獎.

## Major casualties in Shanxi mine disaster; President Lai expresses condolences and offers assistance

- Published: 2026-05-24T00:42:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605230214.aspx
- anchor: #n484808
- Companies mentioned: 留神峪煤礦

A gas explosion at a Shanxi coal mine caused major casualties; President Lai Ching-te expressed condolences and willingness to help.

## Cho Jung-tai: U.S. policy toward Taiwan unchanged; communication between the sides is open and they share common interests

- Published: 2026-05-24T00:39:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605230213.aspx
- anchor: #n484809
- Companies mentioned: 美國在台協會 (AIT)

Cho Jung-tai responds to issues concerning Taiwan-U.S. relations and arms sales, emphasizing policy stability.

## Cho Jung-tai: If mandatory saving of half the growth allowance is confirmed, a minimum guarantee will be built in

- Published: 2026-05-24T00:22:24+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605230210.aspx
- anchor: #n484806

Cho Jung-tai explains details of the growth allowance policy and its minimum guarantee mechanism.

## Gas explosion at Shanxi’s Qinyuan coal mine; official death toll revised down to 82

- Published: 2026-05-24T00:21:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605230212.aspx
- anchor: #n484804
- Companies mentioned: 通洲集團

A gas explosion at a Shanxi coal mine caused major casualties; officials revised the death toll downward.

## Ko Wen-je political donation penalty case; Control Yuan says investigation and ruling both followed the law

- Published: 2026-05-24T00:15:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605230211.aspx
- anchor: #n484805

The Control Yuan fined Ko Wen-je over a political donations case, prompting disputes over the fairness of the investigation.

## Shanxi coal mine explosion kills 90; Cho Jung-tai expresses sincere concern and condolences

- Published: 2026-05-23T23:57:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605230209.aspx
- anchor: #n484807
- Companies mentioned: 留神峪煤礦

Cho Jung-tai expressed condolences over the Shanxi coal mine accident and followed the progress of rescue efforts.

## Presidential Office concert looks back on Taiwan’s democratic journey; audience members moved, call out, “We’re not alone”

- Published: 2026-05-23T23:56:16+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202605230207.aspx
- anchor: #n484797
- Companies mentioned: 文化総会

A concert commemorating the 30th anniversary of the direct presidential election was held in Pingtung, celebrating Taiwan's democracy and diversity.

## 告五人 wish to win a Golden Melody Award and give away a phone; Tizzy Bac says being nominated is gratifying recognition

- Published: 2026-05-23T23:51:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202605230206.aspx
- anchor: #n484798
- Companies mentioned: 告五人、Tizzy Bac、冰球樂團

At the hito流行音楽賞, bands nominated for the Golden Melody Award took the stage and announced their future ambitions and pledges in the event of a win.

## Building-use classification for escape rooms: Taipei City says National Land Management Agency’s explanation is misleading

- Published: 2026-05-23T23:47:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605230208.aspx
- anchor: #n484796
- Companies mentioned: 邏思起子

A dispute has arisen between Taipei City and the National Land Management Agency of the Ministry of the Interior over standards for managing escape game venues.

## The Mountain Makers heads to Malaysia; Taiwan representative to Malaysia says it showcases Taiwan’s values

- Published: 2026-05-23T23:41:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605230205.aspx
- anchor: #n484799

A documentary about Taiwan’s semiconductor industry screens in Malaysia, promoting the value of Taiwan’s industries.

## Iranian negotiator warns the U.S. it will face devastating retaliation if hostilities resume

- Published: 2026-05-23T23:40:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605230204.aspx
- anchor: #n484800
- Companies mentioned: CBS、Axios

Iran warns the U.S. that it will face devastating retaliation if hostilities resume.

## Could pay raises for military, civil service and education personnel exceed 4%? Cho Jung-tai: We will consider it based on this level

- Published: 2026-05-23T23:29:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605230203.aspx
- anchor: #n484801

Premier Cho Jung-tai responds to pay raises for military, civil service and education personnel, saying economic growth will be taken into account.

## Inclusive food brand 「スープのクレヨン」 to set up a booth at the participatory welfare event 「WellFes2026」 in Sapporo (5/24) — the joy of eating the same meal as someone dear to you, even when swallowing is difficult.

- Published: 2026-05-24T00:11:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000013.000167768.html
- anchor: #n484802

ハートキッズライフリンク has developed 「スープのクレヨン」, an inclusive food brand centered on sharing meals. It will be unveiled at 「WellFes2026」 in Sapporo on May 24.

## The symbol of Kyokugenryu karate returns! DLC character 「Mr.KARATE」 joins 『餓狼伝説 City of the Wolves』 Season 2 on May 27!

- Published: 2026-05-24T00:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000881.000028651.html
- anchor: #n484803
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社SNK

SNK will release 「Mr. KARATE」, a Season 2 DLC character for 『餓狼伝説 City of the Wolves』, on May 27. It will also revise the price of the main game and launch new editions to expand its player base.

## Spicier (スパイシア), known for its spiced chai and Indian curry bread, opens a new location at Shibuya Scramble Square.

- Published: 2026-05-23T23:42:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000183546.html
- anchor: #n484793

Spicier, a specialty spice shop, will open a new location at Shibuya Scramble Square on May 31, offering chai, carefully crafted curry bread and spice-infused sweets.

## Unpacking the science of fermentation and longevity, from the mechanisms up — スペースシードホールディングス launches its owned media outlet 「発酵ロンジェビティ通信」 and begins sharing information.

- Published: 2026-05-23T23:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000112.000140650.html
- anchor: #n484794
- Companies mentioned: 津南醸造株式会社、リジェネソーム株式会社

スペースシードホールディングス has launched 「発酵ロンジェビティ通信」, a specialist media outlet covering fermentation science and longevity research. It will share information based on academic papers.

## — Now accepting reservations for domestic eel at さかい珈琲蔵王山水苑前店 —

- Published: 2026-05-23T23:15:36+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000043.000150804.html
- anchor: #n484795
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ガイア、さかい珈琲

さかい珈琲蔵王山水苑前店 has begun taking reservations for domestic eel ahead of the midsummer Day of the Ox. It will sell authentic eel rice boxes drawing on the expertise of a specialty restaurant operator.