# AI News 180m Report｜2026-05-24 18:00–21:00 JST One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 32 items from 1 source; Japan, 16 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link. ## Wu Pei-yi becomes first woman to lead 民進黨 Taipei City chapter, bringing flexibility and inclusiveness to boost effectiveness [Interview] - Published: 2026-05-24T20:23:41+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605240177.aspx - anchor: #n491540 - Companies mentioned: 民進黨 Wu Pei-yi was elected head of 民進黨's Taipei City chapter, with year-end election campaigns as her goal. ## TLPGA WPG Ladies Open: Tsai Pei-ying rallies in final round to claim title - Published: 2026-05-24T20:18:56+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605240176.aspx - anchor: #n491541 - Companies mentioned: TLPGA Tsai Pei-ying rallied to win the TLPGA WPG Ladies Open. ## Lu Chang-tsai returns as head of the Democratic Progressive Party's Penghu chapter, vowing full effort in year-end election campaigning - Published: 2026-05-24T20:11:16+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605240173.aspx - anchor: #n491544 - Companies mentioned: 民主進步黨 Lu Chang-tsai was elected head of the Democratic Progressive Party's Penghu County chapter again and will lead year-end election campaigning. ## Pope visits well-known polluted town in Italy, condemns businesses for pursuing profits while damaging the environment for years - Published: 2026-05-24T20:10:53+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605240175.aspx - anchor: #n491542 Pope Leo XIV condemned Italian businesses for illegally dumping waste. ## Zhang Rui'en wins gold at Asian Taekwondo Championships, tears up and celebrates career-defining performance - Published: 2026-05-24T20:07:51+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605240174.aspx - anchor: #n491543 Zhang Rui'en won gold in taekwondo at the Asian Championships, defeating a formidable Chinese opponent. ## 味全龍's foreign pitcher Fire Wheel earns 8 straight wins; Yeh Chun-chang: It's because of Wu-tuo - Published: 2026-05-24T19:56:17+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605240167.aspx - anchor: #n491534 - Companies mentioned: 味全龍、中信兄弟 味全龍 wins 8 straight games; Yeh Chun-chang praises foreign-pitcher rotation. ## National Pension old-age benefits may increase, with at least NT$5,000 a month after age 65 - Published: 2026-05-24T19:54:06+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605240165.aspx - anchor: #n491536 - Companies mentioned: 衛福部、行政院、立法院 衛福部 plans to raise National Pension payments to NT$5,000 a month. ## Asian Physics Olympiad: Taiwan students win 6 gold and 2 silver medals, rank 3rd overall - Published: 2026-05-24T19:53:47+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605240172.aspx - anchor: #n491529 - Companies mentioned: 建國中學 Taiwanese students achieved strong results at the Asian Physics Olympiad. ## Rainfall peaks in many parts of China; wet-season precipitation is 18.6% higher than in previous years - Published: 2026-05-24T19:53:44+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605240171.aspx - anchor: #n491530 Many parts of China have entered the rainy season, with above-average rainfall increasing flood-control pressures. ## President Lai: Housewives who only participate in National Pension will receive at least NT$5,000 a month - Published: 2026-05-24T19:53:43+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605240168.aspx - anchor: #n491533 President Lai Ching-te announced an expansion of support for disadvantaged groups, including child development allowances and National Pension subsidies. ## Man causes disturbance with toy gun at 豐原醫院, leaves and is arrested by police - Published: 2026-05-24T19:51:42+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605240170.aspx - anchor: #n491531 - Companies mentioned: 豐原醫院 Man arrested after causing disturbance at hospital; no one was injured. ## US and Iran may reach agreement; EU chief and UK prime minister welcome prospect - Published: 2026-05-24T19:50:40+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605240169.aspx - anchor: #n491532 The US and Iran may reach a ceasefire agreement, drawing a welcome from the international community. ## Surviving by collecting cardboard beneath Hong Kong's glittering towers: CNN reveals hardships faced by the city's cardboard-granny scavengers - Published: 2026-05-24T19:45:34+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605240166.aspx - anchor: #n491535 - Companies mentioned: CNN、樂施會 CNN reveals the poverty faced by elderly people who collect recyclables in Hong Kong. ## Man who broke into White House and opened fire shot dead; had posted that he was Osama bin Laden and intended to harm Trump - Published: 2026-05-24T19:27:29+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605240164.aspx - anchor: #n491521 - Companies mentioned: CNN A shooting occurred near the White House, and the suspect was shot dead. ## National Sun Yat-sen University's first post-baccalaureate medical program graduation; graduates will serve in remote rural and outlying-island areas - Published: 2026-05-24T19:26:20+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605240162.aspx - anchor: #n491523 - Companies mentioned: 國立中山大學 National Sun Yat-sen University's first post-baccalaureate medical class graduates, set to serve in remote areas. ## Penghu Defense Command personnel visit military history sites and take part in a beach cleanup to protect their beautiful home - Published: 2026-05-24T19:26:17+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605240161.aspx - anchor: #n491524 Penghu Defense Command personnel visited a military history park and cleaned a beach, demonstrating military-civilian unity. ## Crackdown on drug-impaired driving: police roll out multiple measures to build a safety net - Published: 2026-05-24T19:22:38+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605240159.aspx - anchor: #n491526 The Criminal Investigation Bureau is promoting tighter license management and legal revisions to prevent drug-impaired driving. ## 民進黨 Hsinchu City chapter chief reelected; Shih Nai-ju vows full effort in election campaigning - Published: 2026-05-24T19:21:27+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605240163.aspx - anchor: #n491522 - Companies mentioned: 民進黨 Shih Nai-ju was reelected head of 民進黨's Hsinchu City chapter and will go all out for the year-end elections. ## Longtan Dragon Boat Festival races return in June, showcasing a century-old Hakka tradition - Published: 2026-05-24T19:11:20+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605240160.aspx - anchor: #n491525 Taoyuan's Longtan Dragon Boat Festival races begin in June, carrying on a century-old Hakka tradition. ## 3 drug-driving cases in New Taipei in 2 days; driver in fatal Zhonghe crash remanded, 2 more sent for prosecution today - Published: 2026-05-24T18:54:16+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605240155.aspx - anchor: #n491519 2 drug-driving accidents occurred in New Taipei City, and 2 people were referred to prosecutors. ## Warm weather across Taiwan; front brings cooler temperatures on the 29th, while Typhoon Jangmi is expected to form this week - Published: 2026-05-24T18:54:16+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605240158.aspx - anchor: #n491516 - Companies mentioned: 中央氣象署 High temperatures will continue across Taiwan, but temperatures are expected to fall from the 29th due to the influence of a front. ## SUV making left turn collides with large motorcycle on Taiwan Route 2 in Gongliao; rider dies after being taken to hospital - Published: 2026-05-24T18:48:14+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605240157.aspx - anchor: #n491517 An SUV collided with a motorcycle in New Taipei City, killing the motorcycle rider. ## 台北國際觀光博覽會週末買氣旺 自由行漲5成 - Published: 2026-05-24T18:47:11+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605240156.aspx - anchor: #n491518 - Companies mentioned: 雄獅旅遊、可樂旅遊 Sales of travel products rose sharply at the Taipei International Tourism Expo. ## Flood damage worsens in China; number of provincial-level regions activating flood-control mechanisms rises from 3 to 7 - Published: 2026-05-24T18:12:07+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605240154.aspx - anchor: #n491510 Damage from torrential rain is worsening in China, and flood defenses have been strengthened in 7 provinces and regions. Emergency aid funds were provided to Chongqing. ## War rattles financial markets, with volatility intensifying in March; banks buck trend by increasing stock and bond investments - Published: 2026-05-24T18:07:42+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605240142.aspx - anchor: #n491511 In response to market fluctuations in March, the banking industry increased its purchases of bonds and stocks, while the securities industry cut back. ## Vietnamese woman who went missing after allegedly stealing 7 melons and climbing onto a roof for a standoff sent for prosecution - Published: 2026-05-24T18:04:39+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605240141.aspx - anchor: #n491512 A Vietnamese woman working illegally stole melons, climbed onto a roof, and confronted police before being arrested. ## Anti-government protests in Bolivia erupt into clashes; president does not rule out declaring a state of emergency - Published: 2026-05-24T17:53:33+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605240140.aspx - anchor: #n491499 Anti-government demonstrations escalate in Bolivia, raising the possibility of a state of emergency. ## Cheng Li-wun plans US visit on June 1, with focus expected to be normalizing peace across the Taiwan Strait - Published: 2026-05-24T17:49:31+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605240139.aspx - anchor: #n491500 - Companies mentioned: Kuomintang KMT Chairperson Cheng Li-wun will visit the United States in June and call for peace across the Taiwan Strait. ## Train hit by explosion in southwestern Pakistan; at least 24 dead and more than 50 injured - Published: 2026-05-24T17:46:29+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605240138.aspx - anchor: #n491501 Train bombing in Pakistan kills 24. ## Sustainability-themed party held at Qingpu baseball stadium for Environment Day, creating a platform for sustainability education - Published: 2026-05-24T17:46:17+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605240136.aspx - anchor: #n491503 - Companies mentioned: 楽天球団、太平洋自行車、GARMIN、Xpark水族館、沛德永續科技 Taoyuan City and 楽天球団 held an environmental event at a baseball stadium to promote the circular economy. ## Rubio: US plans to announce news of Middle East end-of-war agreement later on the 24th - Published: 2026-05-24T17:45:26+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605240137.aspx - anchor: #n491502 The U.S. secretary of state signaled that an agreement to end the conflict in the Middle East may be announced. ## 2 inmates at Taipei Detention Center feel unwell and are escorted to hospital - Published: 2026-05-24T17:29:22+09:00 - Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA - Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605240135.aspx - anchor: #n491504 2 inmates at Taipei Detention Center were taken to hospital after falling ill, and 1 died. ## 明治安田Ｊ２・Ｊ３百年構想リーグ 地域リーグラウンドEAST-A順位確定 ならびにプレーオフラウンド第1戦 対戦相手決定のお知らせ - Published: 2026-05-24T20:20:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000248.000096552.html - anchor: #n491537 - Companies mentioned: ザスパ群馬、FC岐阜、ツエーゲン金沢、ガイナーレ鳥取 ザスパ群馬 has secured a place in the Centennial Vision League playoffs. It will play FC岐阜 in Match 1 on May 31. ## 【5/27(水)開催・参加無料】観光DX担当者の49%が「兼務」、関係人口創出施策で「成果あり」81.4%──観光協会・DMO・自治体向け『シティプロモーション×関係人口』オンラインセミナー開催 - Published: 2026-05-24T20:10:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000326.000132312.html - anchor: #n491538 - Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人自治体DX推進協議会、株式会社ブリッジウェル、国際大学グローバル・コミュニケーション・センター（GLOCOM） GDX will hold an online seminar on tourism DX and people with ties to local communities on May 27. Participants will discuss on-the-ground challenges and solutions based on a nationwide survey. ## Preview stills released for Episode 8 of AnimeFesta-exclusive stream “Do You Like Big Girls? [Premium Edition]” - Published: 2026-05-24T20:00:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000389.000015126.html - anchor: #n491539 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社ウェイブ、スタジオマウス、スタジオHōKIBOSHI、彗星社、竹書房 AnimeFesta has released information about Episode 8 of the anime “Do You Like Big Girls?” which is currently streaming. It has also launched a giveaway campaign for viewers. ## Amputee soccer’s “Leo Pin Cup 2026”: FC Aulorada wins 8 consecutive titles! - Published: 2026-05-24T19:46:42+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000957.000051499.html - anchor: #n491527 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社エスエスケイ、湧永製薬株式会社、読売テレビ FC Aulorada won its 8th consecutive title at the 第十一回 Leo Pin Cup. The Japan national amputee soccer team is stepping up preparations for the Mexico World Cup in November. ## Fans choose the winners of the “Local Supermarket Grand Prix 2026”! - Published: 2026-05-24T19:44:11+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000100807.html - anchor: #n491528 - Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人全国ご当地スーパー協会、相沢食料百貨店、スーパーマーケットハロー、フレンドフーズ、久在屋、ほし山、中村茶舗 The National Association of Local Supermarkets announced the “Local Supermarket Grand Prix 2026.” In a fan vote, Hokkaido’s “北のはし食パン” and Shimane Prefecture’s “宍道湖しじみ醤油キャラメルみるくぷりん” won the grand prizes in their respective categories. ## Possibly a first in the VTuber industry!? VTuber agency “910inc,” which returns 100% of streaming revenue, holds 2026 “soul transfer” auditions for VTubers, including those with 3D models and original songs [VTuber marketing WACTOR] - Published: 2026-05-24T19:00:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000100.000049666.html - anchor: #n491520 910inc, operated by WACTOR, is holding auditions for 6 VTubers with 3D models or original songs. A key feature is that 100% of revenue is returned to the VTubers. ## A full-scale industrial heavy-duty drone with a 300kg payload will be exhibited at Japan Drone 2026 (6/3 (Wed)–6/5 (Fri), Makuhari Messe)! Seeking launch customers and launch alliance partners. - Published: 2026-05-24T18:52:39+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000171203.html - anchor: #n491513 - Companies mentioned: テクノシステム株式会社 テクノシステム announced “Hikoo Robo,” an industrial heavy-duty drone with a maximum payload of 300-400kg. It will be exhibited at Japan Drone 2026, and the company is seeking early adopters. ## [TAC Civil Service] Live YouTube broadcast of the National Tax Specialist and Financial Specialist exam review session on 5/25 (Mon)! - Published: 2026-05-24T18:40:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002353.000021078.html - anchor: #n491514 TAC Co., Ltd. will hold a live YouTube review session on May 25, the day after the National Tax Specialist and Financial Specialist recruitment exams, for test-takers. The company will offer explanations based on data analysis as well as a free scoring service. ## Categorizing 4 types of management decision-making failures caused by the absence of “the ability to monitor one’s own thinking”—Why is “self-regulation,” the most overlooked of Facione’s 6 core skills, the most important for management decisions? - Published: 2026-05-24T18:38:55+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000181785.html - anchor: #n491515 - Companies mentioned: グローバルタスクフォース (GTF) Global Taskforce classified the lack of “self-regulation” skills that can lead to failed management decisions into 4 types and advocated the importance of training in this area. ## Production of Identity V STAGE Episode 7 confirmed!! Scheduled to run in May 2027! - Published: 2026-05-24T18:30:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008393.000016756.html - anchor: #n491505 - Companies mentioned: チケットぴあ、アニメイト、ムービック Production of Identity V STAGE Episode 7 has been confirmed, with performances scheduled for May 2027. Details were also announced for the video release and Blu-ray of Episode 6. ## “Payment completed by the time you wake up”: Fully revealing the “on-the-ground, fully automated know-how” that overcame the limits of manual chat and nighttime stress to achieve “2 times the sales” in our rental car business! Launching “highly practical AI training” for small and medium-sized businesses! - Published: 2026-05-24T18:25:53+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000176021.html - anchor: #n491506 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社ENHANCE IT ENHANCE IT has released its AI-driven full automation know-how, which helped it achieve 2 times the sales in its rental car business, and launched training for small and medium-sized businesses. The program supports practical, on-the-ground automation. ## ラーメン十二分屋 東京に再上陸！今回は1年間チャーハン無料 - Published: 2026-05-24T18:23:51+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000034356.html - anchor: #n491507 Shiga ramen shop Junibun’ya will open a new location in Sakurajosui, Setagaya Ward, marking its return to Tokyo. It will serve popular menu items and run a social media campaign. ## ネット通販で半数以上が後悔経験あり。後悔をきっかけに6割超が「行動変化」、理由1位は「実物のイメージが違った」63.0％ - Published: 2026-05-24T18:10:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000208.000144334.html - anchor: #n491509 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社システムリサーチ Aru-ru Mall’s survey on “regret over online shopping” found that more than half of respondents had regrets, mainly because items differed from their expectations. As a result, shoppers tend to check information more carefully before buying. ## [Explained by a labor and social security attorney] Can “just a meal” get you in serious trouble? Risks and red lines around “persistent invitations to meals” for interns that constitute job-hunting sexual harassment - Published: 2026-05-24T18:10:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000512.000118219.html - anchor: #n491508 - Companies mentioned: 株式会社SA The Claire Human Resources Development Association will release a video on preventing job-hunting sexual harassment and hold an individual Q&A session for the media. ## ukkaラストライブ『Final Chapter』5月24日（日）18:00よりニコニコ生放送にて独占生中継が決定！ - Published: 2026-05-24T18:00:01+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001325.000056982.html - anchor: #n491497 - Companies mentioned: スターダストプロモーション、ニコニコ生放送 Idol group “ukka” will hold its final live show, “Final Chapter,” exclusively on ニコニコ生放送 on May 24, 2026. The group will end its activities after the performance. ## Translation Lab to begin a revolutionary shift toward the “social implementation of translation” on June 1, 2026 - Published: 2026-05-24T17:32:16+09:00 - Source: Japan | PR TIMES - Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000130351.html - anchor: #n491498 株式会社翻訳ラボ will begin using AI for the “social implementation of translation” on June 1, 2026. The initiative redefines translation as communication design and shifts translators’ roles toward design and verification.