# AI News 180m Report｜2026-05-26 21:00–24:00 JST

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 68 items from 1 source; Japan, 18 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Dreamers' Holman scores 22 off the bench to beat Kings and tie the series

- Published: 2026-05-26T23:26:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605260388.aspx
- anchor: #n517039
- Companies mentioned: 福爾摩沙夢想家、新北國王

Dreamers beat Kings to tie the TPBL Finals.

## Dispute over Shin Kong Life's off-book foreign currency reserves; FSC to bring in outside experts for review

- Published: 2026-05-26T23:25:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605260391.aspx
- anchor: #n517036
- Companies mentioned: 新光人壽、台新人壽

新光人壽's additional foreign exchange reserves sparked a financial reporting dispute, prompting an FSC investigation.

## Taipei police officer released on NT$100,000 bail over alleged assistance to Chung Wen-chih in accessing personal data

- Published: 2026-05-26T23:24:20+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605260390.aspx
- anchor: #n517037

Two police officers were suspected of leaking personal data to help a wanted fugitive. Prosecutors searched their premises and released them on bail.

## Cheng Li-wun: National urban forest plan to strengthen resilience to launch next year

- Published: 2026-05-26T23:21:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605260389.aspx
- anchor: #n517038

The Executive Yuan is advancing a national urban forest plan, led by Cheng Li-wun, to pool resources across ministries and strengthen climate resilience.

## 3 tickets win top prize in the 115128th draw of 今彩539

- Published: 2026-05-26T23:09:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605260387.aspx
- anchor: #n517040
- Companies mentioned: 台灣彩券

3 tickets won the top prize in 今彩539, with NT$8 million per ticket.

## No top-prize winner in the 115056th 大樂透 draw

- Published: 2026-05-26T23:05:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605260386.aspx
- anchor: #n517041
- Companies mentioned: 台灣彩券

No top-prize winner in the 115056th 大樂透 draw.

## 路透：美伊戰爭SpaceX星鏈漲價 五角大廈被迫買單

- Published: 2026-05-26T23:02:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605260385.aspx
- anchor: #n517042
- Companies mentioned: SpaceX、Walmart

SpaceX raises fees for Starlink service to the Pentagon to meet demand from military drones.

## Yilan prosecutors search fire department, question battalion chief over banquet expense claims

- Published: 2026-05-26T23:00:05+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605260384.aspx
- anchor: #n517043

Yilan Fire Department was searched by prosecutors over false banquet expense claims, with suspected forgery and corruption.

## Woman smashes Taiwan Railways train window, says she was in a bad mood; railway police arrest her in Miaoli

- Published: 2026-05-26T22:59:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605260383.aspx
- anchor: #n517044
- Companies mentioned: Taiwan Railways

A 23-year-old woman damaged a train window with an emergency hammer, citing poor mood.

## Cambodian police raid telecom fraud site in Phnom Penh; 6 Taiwanese nationals implicated

- Published: 2026-05-26T22:57:01+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605260382.aspx
- anchor: #n517045

Six Taiwanese nationals were arrested in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, for operating a telecom fraud ring.

## Iran says it shot down an MQ-9 Reaper drone after another US airstrike

- Published: 2026-05-26T22:54:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605260381.aspx
- anchor: #n517046

Iran's IRGC claims to have shot down a US MQ-9 drone following US airstrikes.

## FSC expands list of insurers required to appoint cybersecurity chiefs; 7 firms to add positions by the end of next year

- Published: 2026-05-26T22:52:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605260380.aspx
- anchor: #n517027
- Companies mentioned: 遠雄人寿、安聯人寿、保誠人寿、宏泰人寿、富邦産険、国泰産険、新安東京海上産険

金管会が保険業の資安長設置基準を緩和し、対象を拡大。

## Text messaging platform EVERY8D suspected of ransomware attack; 互動資通 files police report

- Published: 2026-05-26T22:52:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605260379.aspx
- anchor: #n517028
- Companies mentioned: 互動資通、EVERY8D、趨勢科技

互動資通's SMS platform EVERY8D is under investigation over suspected ransomware damage.

## Zhubei prosecutors search Hsinchu County Government's Public Works Department; 1 person suspected of corruption taken in

- Published: 2026-05-26T22:48:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605260378.aspx
- anchor: #n517029

Hsinchu District Prosecutors Office searched the Hsinchu County Government Public Works Department on suspicion of corruption and took 1 employee into custody.

## Middle-aged man drowns in pool at New Taipei's Yonghe Sports Center; dies after being rushed to hospital

- Published: 2026-05-26T22:46:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605260373.aspx
- anchor: #n517034
- Companies mentioned: 永和國民運動中心

A drowning death occurred at Yonghe Sports Center.

## Foreign-currency policy premiums hit NT$148.9 billion in first quarter, a 4-year high

- Published: 2026-05-26T22:43:50+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605260377.aspx
- anchor: #n517030

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## Will he personally discuss bonus cuts with employees? TSMC's C.C. Wei says, 'We'll see tomorrow'

- Published: 2026-05-26T22:35:48+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605260376.aspx
- anchor: #n517031
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、輝達

台積電董事長魏哲家回應關於調降員工分紅的傳聞，並與輝達執行長黃仁勳進行餐敘討論產能合作。

## Shipping expert on Strait of Hormuz: Iran appears to have taken the lead in a new toll system

- Published: 2026-05-26T22:34:46+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605260375.aspx
- anchor: #n517032
- Companies mentioned: 勞氏日報 (Lloyd’s List)、阿拉伯海灣商業遠見 (AGBI)、波斯灣海峽管理局 (PGSA)、HUAX

A shipping industry authority says Iran may take charge of the Strait of Hormuz, with passage rights influenced by political positions. The industry is adapting to this non-neutral new framework.

## Rapid deposit growth pushes major banks' property lending ratio in April to a 15-year low

- Published: 2026-05-26T22:32:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605260374.aspx
- anchor: #n517033

Major banks' property lending ratio hits a record low, with overall risks under control.

## Iran accuses US of violating ceasefire agreement, condemns US military as a terrorist force

- Published: 2026-05-26T22:24:37+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605260372.aspx
- anchor: #n517019

Iran and the United States accused each other of violating a ceasefire agreement, and a military clash broke out.

## Taiwan Travelogue draws attention; NYT calls it an ardent letter to translators

- Published: 2026-05-26T22:24:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202605260370.aspx
- anchor: #n517021
- Companies mentioned: New York Times

Yang Shuangzi's novel Taiwan Travelogue won the International Booker Prize and received high praise from The New York Times.

## Malmö Hong Kong Market brings Europeans from Hong Kong together in Sweden to speak out for freedom

- Published: 2026-05-26T22:23:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605260371.aspx
- anchor: #n517020
- Companies mentioned: Stand with Hong Kong EU、Ngo DEI、Human Rights Foundation、European Hong Kong Diaspora Alliance

A gathering advocating for democracy in Hong Kong and addressing the territory's current situation was held in Malmö, Sweden.

## Liu Chun-wei excels as a pinch hitter and handles pressure; manager Ye explains why he bats 4th

- Published: 2026-05-26T22:21:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605260366.aspx
- anchor: #n517025
- Companies mentioned: 味全龍、中信兄弟

味全龍の劉俊緯がデータ分析に基づき初の4番先発。

## Vietnam National Life Insurance acquires subordinated financial bonds issued by Vietnam Joint Stock Commercial Bank for Foreign Trade

- Published: 2026-05-26T22:21:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605263006.aspx
- anchor: #n517018
- Companies mentioned: 国泰金控、ベトナム国泰人寿、ベトナム外貿股份商業銀行

Cathay Life purchased subordinated bonds issued by a Vietnamese bank for 400 billion dong.

## Canadian lawmaker Michael Chong: Maintain ties with Taiwan and don't bow to China

- Published: 2026-05-26T22:11:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605260369.aspx
- anchor: #n517022

Canadian lawmaker Chong called for maintaining ties with Taiwan and taking a tougher stance toward China.

## Deadly coal mine explosion in Shanxi; China's Supreme People's Procuratorate takes charge of investigation

- Published: 2026-05-26T22:07:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605260368.aspx
- anchor: #n517023
- Companies mentioned: 留神峪煤礦

An explosion at a coal mine in Shanxi province killed 82 people, and the Supreme People's Procuratorate will directly oversee the case.

## President Lai: Semiconductors and AI are pillars of security; Taiwan and Europe to build a democratic supply chain together

- Published: 2026-05-26T22:06:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605260367.aspx
- anchor: #n517024
- Companies mentioned: ECCT

President Lai Ching-te stressed the importance of Taiwan-Europe cooperation on semiconductors and AI at a European Chamber dinner.

## Blue camp to vet candidates for Lienchiang local elections; Green camp still formulating plans

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:56:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605260357.aspx
- anchor: #n517008
- Companies mentioned: 國民黨、民進黨

Candidate nominations for Lienchiang County local elections are under review by the Blue camp, while the Green camp is still formulating plans.

## Miaoli party branch trains team leaders; Cheng Li-wun vows sweeping victory at year's end

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:52:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605260365.aspx
- anchor: #n517000
- Companies mentioned: 國民黨、民眾黨

The 國民黨 Miaoli County branch held leadership training, with party chair Cheng Li-wun backing incumbent Chung Tung-chin's reelection.

## 大樂透 115056th draw results

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:51:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605260364.aspx
- anchor: #n517001
- Companies mentioned: 台灣彩券

Results of the 大樂透 115056th draw announced.

## Trump turns 80 next month; annual physical today draws scrutiny

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:50:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605260363.aspx
- anchor: #n517002
- Companies mentioned: ワルター・リード国立軍事医療センター

Trump underwent a health checkup ahead of his 80th birthday.

## Jensen Huang says using AI as an excuse for layoffs is 'lazy'; urges workers worried about losing jobs to learn AI

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:48:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605260362.aspx
- anchor: #n517003
- Companies mentioned: Nvidia、Standard Chartered、Meta

Nvidia's CEO criticized layoffs made in the name of AI.

## Hankang brings in 奧博資本 as strategic investor; to list on the Innovation Board on the 29th

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:47:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605260361.aspx
- anchor: #n517004
- Companies mentioned: 漢康-KY、奧博資本

漢康-KY will list on the Innovation Board on the 29th at an IPO price of NT$120.

## Dragons' Giljegiljaw Kungkuan's return: to play in the minors on the 28th for evaluation

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:44:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605260360.aspx
- anchor: #n517005
- Companies mentioned: 味全龍、富邦悍將

味全龍吉力吉撈．鞏冠復帰に向け二軍戦出場へ。

## 今彩539 115128th draw results

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:43:09+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605260359.aspx
- anchor: #n517006
- Companies mentioned: 台彩

Results of the 今彩539 115128th draw announced.

## Following Shanghai, Guangzhou state-owned firms launch pilot to buy existing homes for public housing

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:43:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605260358.aspx
- anchor: #n517007
- Companies mentioned: 廣州安居集團、中指研究院

Guangzhou rolls out new housing measures, with state-owned firms buying existing homes for public housing and loan policies being optimized.

## Kaohsiung reports first locally acquired dengue case; 8 fines issued, up to NT$15,000

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:42:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605260356.aspx
- anchor: #n517009

Dengue has emerged in Kaohsiung, where the city is strictly enforcing regulations and urging residents to improve environmental management.

## Woman falls through damaged drain cover and is injured; second-instance court orders Sanchong District Office to pay NT$1.38 million

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:39:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605260355.aspx
- anchor: #n517010

A second-instance court ordered Sanchong District Office to pay NT$1.38 million after a person was injured by a damaged drain cover.

## Ministry of Labor: Visit to Eswatini vocational training center was not a mission to assess bringing in workers

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:29:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605260354.aspx
- anchor: #n517011

Taiwan's government sent a delegation to Eswatini to study vocational training support. The acceptance of workers remains undecided.

## Taiwan People's Party caucus questions investment in 曠世智能; National Development Fund says review process was transparent

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:28:56+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605260353.aspx
- anchor: #n517012
- Companies mentioned: 曠世智能、国発基金、台企銀

The Taiwan People's Party suspected a conflict of interest in the selection of investment targets by 国発基金, which issued a rebuttal.

## Man waves sickle and slashes people; Kaohsiung police identify suspect

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:26:54+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605260352.aspx
- anchor: #n516987

A sickle attack injured people in Alian District, Kaohsiung; police have identified a suspect.

## Listed companies post highest first-quarter profits in 10 years; Yung Kuang faces delisting as soon as 11/18 for failing to file financial statements

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:25:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605260351.aspx
- anchor: #n516988
- Companies mentioned: 永冠-KY

First-quarter results for Taiwan-listed and OTC-traded companies hit a 10-year high, driven by AI-related demand. 永冠-KY could be delisted for failing to submit its financial statements.

## Wellness tourism in Italy's Aeolian Islands: volcanic mud baths and local cuisine

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:23:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605260350.aspx
- anchor: #n516989
- Companies mentioned: Therasia Resort、Il Cappero、I Tenerumi、Ristorante Filippino、Tenuta Castellaro

The Aeolian Islands are building a tourism brand combining volcanic mud baths, Michelin-starred food and cultural heritage to address the decline of the fishing industry.

## 馬英九基金會風波 鄭麗文：讓人不捨盼越快落幕越好

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:23:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605260349.aspx
- anchor: #n516990
- Companies mentioned: 馬英九基金會、國民黨

國民黨 Chair Cheng Li-wun commented on internal disputes at 馬英九基金會, urged a swift resolution and respect for privacy, and discussed her US trip and her stance on meeting Trump.

## Taiwan Travelogue wins award; Yang Shuang-zi returns to Taiwan, saying its literature is second to none

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:22:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202605260348.aspx
- anchor: #n516991
- Companies mentioned: China Airlines

Writer Yang Shuangzi and translator Chin Ling returned home after winning the 2026 International Booker Prize for Taiwan Travelogue.

## Penghu children board a 1,000-ton patrol vessel to experience the hardships of Coast Guard duty

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:21:18+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605260344.aspx
- anchor: #n516995
- Companies mentioned: 海巡署

澎湖の幼稚園児が海巡署の巡防艦を訪問し、海洋教育を受けた。

## Court rejects compensation claim over vehicle damage caused by falling rocks on Alishan Highway

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:18:43+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605260347.aspx
- anchor: #n516992
- Companies mentioned: 公路局雲嘉南區養護工程分局

In a state compensation lawsuit over a rockfall on the Alishan Highway, the Chiayi District Court dismissed the claim, finding no negligence by the administrator.

## Lin Ching-tai says he is forgetful; retirement hobby is hunting wild boar

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:14:41+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202605260346.aspx
- anchor: #n516993
- Companies mentioned: 原住民族電視台

Actor Lin Ching-tai discussed his health and announced that he will appear in a new drama.

## 5月降雨挹注水庫 新竹、台中水情燈號轉為正常

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:11:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605260345.aspx
- anchor: #n516994
- Companies mentioned: 経済部水利署

The Water Resources Agency announced that rainfall had returned water conditions in Hsinchu and Taichung to normal.

## Lessons learned in kindergarten keep resurfacing throughout life [Book Excerpt]

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:10:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605265003.aspx
- anchor: #n516986
- Companies mentioned: 先覺出版社

A book excerpt explores the lasting impact of lessons learned in kindergarten.

## Former Zhubei prosecutors' office IT designer sentenced to 3 years for procurement favoritism

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:07:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605260343.aspx
- anchor: #n516996
- Companies mentioned: 新竹地検署

A former employee of 新竹地検署 was sentenced to 3 years in prison for misconduct in a procurement case.

## Grammy winner and Li Zhuxin lend their support; National Theater and Concert Hall Summer Jazz begins in August

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:06:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202605260342.aspx
- anchor: #n516997
- Companies mentioned: 国家両庁院

The lineup and details were announced for the 2026 Two Halls Summer Jazz event, to be held in August.

## Vietnam to host ASEAN Future Forum, focusing on peaceful resolution of overlapping sovereignty disputes

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:06:22+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605260340.aspx
- anchor: #n516999

Vietnam will host the 3rd ASEAN Future Forum, discussing regional peace and development.

## Civil Aeronautics Administration: Taiwan has established 24 drone logistics corridors

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:01:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605260341.aspx
- anchor: #n516998

The Civil Aeronautics Administration has promoted drone logistics and established 24 corridors.

## 長者逾4成熱量攝取不足 衛福部加強出院銜接長照

- Published: 2026-05-26T20:56:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605260332.aspx
- anchor: #n516971
- Companies mentioned: 台北市立關渡醫院

Older adults in Taiwan have inadequate nutritional intake; the Health Ministry is strengthening nutrition coordination after hospital discharge.

## Strong Dragons record makes mindset key; Hsu Jo-hsi leaves team as pitchers vie for opportunities

- Published: 2026-05-26T20:54:25+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605260339.aspx
- anchor: #n516964
- Companies mentioned: 味全ドラゴンズ、福岡ソフトバンクホークス

味全ドラゴンズ have maintained strong results through a shift in mindset and a competitive spirit.

## Kinmen's Jhong Jheng Elementary School wind and percussion band to perform in Czechia, broadening international horizons

- Published: 2026-05-26T20:54:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605260338.aspx
- anchor: #n516965

The Zhongzheng Elementary School marching band from Kinmen will perform traditional arts in the Czech Republic as part of an international exchange.

## Kaohsiung waives both fees for registered and designated factories, adds NT$1.5 million in subsidies

- Published: 2026-05-26T20:51:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605260337.aspx
- anchor: #n516966

Kaohsiung City is waiving factory management fees and expanding environmental improvement subsidies to support manufacturers.

## Train crashes into school bus in Belgium, killing 4; 2 children among the dead

- Published: 2026-05-26T20:51:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605260326.aspx
- anchor: #n516977

A train crashed into a school bus in Belgium, leaving 4 dead.

## 馬英九基金會: Ma Ying-jeou did not commit any acts of violence against Wang Guang-ci

- Published: 2026-05-26T20:50:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605260336.aspx
- anchor: #n516967
- Companies mentioned: 馬英九基金會、風傳媒

馬英九基金會 denied that Ma Ying-jeou had been violent toward former employee Wang Guang-ci and accused the media of inaccurate reporting.

## 2 Chinese men posing as traditional Chinese medicine practitioners suspected of medical practice; Beigan police take them in for questioning

- Published: 2026-05-26T20:46:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605260328.aspx
- anchor: #n516975

Two Chinese nationals were arrested in Matsu for illegally practicing medicine and selling counterfeit drugs.

## National Ocean Day celebration to take place at Kaohsiung Port in June, showcasing new Coast Guard equipment

- Published: 2026-05-26T20:45:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605260335.aspx
- anchor: #n516968
- Companies mentioned: 紙風車劇團

National Ocean Day will be held at Kaohsiung Port on June 7, showcasing new Coast Guard equipment and deepening international cooperation.

## 115 National Games for People with Disabilities close; 105 athlete appearances break national records, Yunlin takes over hosting

- Published: 2026-05-26T20:44:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605260334.aspx
- anchor: #n516969

The 115 National Games for People with Disabilities closed, with Yunlin County taking over as host and the event delivering strong results.

## Former wealth management adviser misappropriated client funds without reporting it; Taishin Bank fined NT$14 million and restricted from high-net-worth business

- Published: 2026-05-26T20:43:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605260329.aspx
- anchor: #n516974
- Companies mentioned: 台新銀行

台新銀行 was heavily fined NT$14 million by the Financial Supervisory Commission after a wealth management adviser misappropriated client funds and the bank failed to report the major incident.

## April manufacturing output growth falls short of expectations; Ministry of Economic Affairs says trend has not reversed

- Published: 2026-05-26T20:42:13+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605260333.aspx
- anchor: #n516970

The manufacturing production index rose 15.13% year on year in April; the Ministry of Economic Affairs said this was not a reversal in the trend and expressed optimism about demand for AI and servers.

## KMT to yield in race; Puzi Mayor Wu Pin-rui to run for Chiayi County post, pending family coordination

- Published: 2026-05-26T20:39:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605260331.aspx
- anchor: #n516972

The KMT is considering yielding the Chiayi County magistrate race to Wu Pin-rui, who said views still need to be coordinated.

## 台北市立國樂團 embarks on European tour, heading to 三 major concert halls

- Published: 2026-05-26T20:36:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605260330.aspx
- anchor: #n516973
- Companies mentioned: 台北市立國樂團

台北市立國樂團 will tour Europe, performing at 三 major concert halls to promote Taiwanese music.

## Thailand requires travelers arriving from Congo and Uganda to quarantine for 21 days to prevent Ebola outbreak

- Published: 2026-05-26T20:30:59+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605260327.aspx
- anchor: #n516976

Thailand is imposing a mandatory 21-day quarantine on travelers arriving from Congo and Uganda.

## 株式会社プエンテ launches “A子さん,” an AI assistant service dedicated to company presidents — control all operations through natural-language conversations, starting at ¥300,000 per month

- Published: 2026-05-26T23:02:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000161935.html
- anchor: #n517035
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プエンテ、Anthropic

株式会社プエンテ has launched “A子さん,” an AI assistant service for small businesses that handles technical operations and automates executives' work.

## Online lottery goods site WACTORY shop launches, selling accessories such as acrylic display stands for FAPON merchandise. An Amazon store is also planned.

- Published: 2026-05-26T22:31:42+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000103.000049666.html
- anchor: #n517026
- Companies mentioned: Amazon、アニマックス、YouTube、X

WACTOR Co., Ltd. has launched WACTORY shop, selling acrylic displays for showcasing merchandise from its online lottery FAPON. The company is expanding its product lineup for VTuber fans and other merchandise collectors, drawing on its in-house manufacturing capabilities.

## 【Expanded features】Business creation AI Lemonovation now supports Excel and Markdown output

- Published: 2026-05-26T22:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000178867.html
- anchor: #n517013

Business creation AI Lemonovation now supports Excel and Markdown output. The update makes it easier to share generated proposals within companies and manage knowledge, helping streamline new business development.

## Sakura Forest hosts a Kabuki performance and discussion at Kabukiza for DHA and EPA supplement Kinari users — a ticket giveaway for the Super Kabuki production Princess Mononoke is planned for the next event

- Published: 2026-05-26T22:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000066.000092178.html
- anchor: #n517016

Sakura Forest held a Kabuki performance and discussion for Kinari users. Following a positive response, it will launch a 2nd Princess Mononoke campaign in July.

## Event report: GoPro unveils its most ambitious compact cinema camera series, GoPro MISSION 1, in Japan

- Published: 2026-05-26T22:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000067.000021645.html
- anchor: #n517015
- Companies mentioned: 日本伝統空手協会 空優会、雷光炎舞 かぐづち、和太鼓グループ 彩

GoPro held a Japan launch event for its new MISSION 1 compact cinema camera series, equipped with a 1-inch sensor and GP3 processor. The cameras offer 8K video and exceptional low-light performance, targeting a broad range of users from professionals to creators.

## Held by popular demand: standalone seminar on organizational transformation using psychological traits, June 4 in Nagoya

- Published: 2026-05-26T22:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000545.000048039.html
- anchor: #n517014
- Companies mentioned: 英ケンブリッジ大学サイコメトリクスセンター

株式会社イマジナ will hold an urgent seminar on organizational transformation using psychological assessments in Nagoya on June 4. Following strong interest at DXPO Nagoya, the 90-minute session will explain ways to address hiring mismatches and employee turnover.

## Aloha MINATOMIRAI to be held for the first time: June 5–7 (Fri.–Sun.)

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:57:26+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000005507.html
- anchor: #n517017
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ペッププランニング

横浜みなとみらいで初開催されるハワイ文化イベント「Aloha MINATOMIRAI」。6月5日〜7日の3日間でフラ出演1200名、4万人の動員を目指す。

## SAVE THE DUCK to grand-open its first permanent store in the Tokai region, SAVE THE DUCK HAERA, on June 11 (Thursday)

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000145239.html
- anchor: #n516979
- Companies mentioned: SAVE THE DUCK、HAERA

SAVE THE DUCK will open its first permanent store in the Tokai region at Nagoya commercial facility HAERA on June 11, 2026.

## 【Update and additional information on the event】2026 edition: Recruitment branding seminars for small and midsize businesses in the social media era

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000211.000110808.html
- anchor: #n516978

A free social media recruitment branding seminar for small and midsize businesses will be held on May 28. It will explain how to build an application process without relying on job boards.

## 【Executive discussion】How should we redefine “human value” in the age of AI?

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:01:51+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000118.000135002.html
- anchor: #n516980
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Anfini

株式会社Anfini has launched a series of discussions with executives and researchers. In the 1st video, participants discuss corporate management and redefining human value in the age of AI.

## Kame House, an online store specializing in buying and selling Dragon Ball FW products, to release its 2nd lottery, “Guaranteed Energy Marker: Kame House Lottery” on May 26!

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000007.000179260.html
- anchor: #n516985

カメハウスは2026年5月26日、限定オリパ「第2弾 カメハウスくじ」を発売した。1口3,000円で人気のエナジーマーカーを確実に入手できる企画。

## First appreciation event under the new lineup! Virtual idol group Palette Project to hold its offline event “ParePro Appreciation Festival 2026” at Kanda Square on Sunday, August 2!

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000043.000070695.html
- anchor: #n516984
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社jig.jp

Virtual idol group Palette Project will hold an offline event at Kanda Square on August 2, 2026. The group's first appreciation event under its new lineup will feature a fan meeting and live performances.

## Based on Osamu Tezuka's original work Princess Knight: Main visual and 1st trailer for THE RIBBON HERO revealed! Saaya (Lalande) will play protagonist Sapphire!

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000131.000032680.html
- anchor: #n516983
- Companies mentioned: Netflix、ツインエンジン、OUTLINE、株式会社レモンジャム

The Netflix film THE RIBBON HERO will be released on August 8, 2026. Yuki Igarashi will direct, with Saaya (Lalande) cast as protagonist Sapphire.

## Frederic’s self-produced event series “UMIMOYASU 2026-2027 MOVE”: A special program featuring all 5 installments, including the side event held today, will air on Space Shower TV!

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002527.000002929.html
- anchor: #n516982
- Companies mentioned: スペースシャワーTV

スペースシャワーTVが、フレデリックの対バンイベント「UMIMOYASU 2026-2027 MOVE」全5公演に密着した特別番組を1年間順次放送すると発表した。ライブと舞台裏を凝縮して届ける。

## Dachou Club celebrates 40 years of gratitude with 5,000 fans. The group will hold a major event with special guests.

- Published: 2026-05-26T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003402.000012949.html
- anchor: #n516981
- Companies mentioned: キョードーメディアス

Dachou Club held an event marking its 40th anniversary at Tokyo International Forum. The group performed its legendary comedy routines alongside special guests and celebrated with 5,000 fans.

## [Akashi Junior Chamber] A Beacon of Light: A Fantastical Moment Illuminating the Night Sky

- Published: 2026-05-26T20:37:18+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000112.000160385.html
- anchor: #n516961

The Akashi Junior Chamber will hold a sky lantern event at Akashi Park on June 6. In tribute to the 135th meridian east, a symbol of Akashi, the city of time, a total of 135 lanterns will be released to strengthen community ties.

## 渋谷クロスFMのラジオ番組「よきラジ」がアシスタントMCオーディションを開催！ エントリーは6/12まで！

- Published: 2026-05-26T20:23:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000870.000020395.html
- anchor: #n516962
- Companies mentioned: 渋谷クロスFM

渋谷クロスFM「よきラジ」が、2026年後半のアシスタントMCを選出するオーディションを開催。配信プラットフォーム「マシェバラ」を活用し、6月12日までエントリーを受け付ける。

## “A place where individuality becomes inspiration.” Unlock launches “Muse Room Official,” a new beauty-focused social media platform.

- Published: 2026-05-26T20:20:40+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000014.000161102.html
- anchor: #n516963

Unlock Co., Ltd. launches “Muse Room,” a new beauty-focused social media platform. Featuring popular beauty creators, it shares vertical short-form videos aimed at Gen Z.