# AI News 180m Report｜2026-05-31 21:00–24:00 JST｜Page 15 of 22

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 1200 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 943 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Tech stocks lead U.S. markets higher; S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit new records

- Published: 2026-05-29T05:59:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605290011.aspx
- anchor: #n574896

U.S. markets hit new highs, led by technology stocks, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq setting records.

## U.S. Treasury launches Trump Accounts app to open investment accounts for children nationwide

- Published: 2026-05-29T05:57:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605290010.aspx
- anchor: #n574897
- Companies mentioned: Robinhood、BNY Mellon、JPMorgan Chase、Wells Fargo、Bank of America、Visa

The U.S. Treasury unveiled the Trump Accounts app for children’s investment accounts.

## Conflicting reports on U.S.-Iran ceasefire extension leave oil prices mixed

- Published: 2026-05-29T05:44:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605290009.aspx
- anchor: #n574895

Conflicting reports on a U.S.-Iran ceasefire sent oil prices in mixed directions.

## Reports say U.S. and Iran reach preliminary deal; Treasury secretary declines to confirm, reiterates Trump’s 3 demands

- Published: 2026-05-29T05:16:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605290008.aspx
- anchor: #n574894

A tentative agreement on extending the ceasefire and starting nuclear talks between the United States and Iran has emerged as a possibility. The U.S. government reiterated President Trump’s demands.

## Fire at Kenyan girls’ school dormitory kills 16, sends 79 to hospital

- Published: 2026-05-29T04:32:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605290007.aspx
- anchor: #n574893

A fire broke out at a girls’ school in Kenya, killing 16. Authorities are investigating.

## EU considers Chips Act 2.0 to encourage government procurement of chips from local startups

- Published: 2026-05-29T04:17:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605290006.aspx
- anchor: #n574892

The European Commission proposes the “Chip Act 2.0” to boost semiconductor self-sufficiency.

## 3 injured in knife attack at Swiss train station; police classify it as terrorism.

- Published: 2026-05-29T03:41:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605290005.aspx
- anchor: #n574891

A knife attack took place at a train station in Switzerland. Police ruled it an act of terrorism.

## Reports say the US and Iran have reached a preliminary agreement to extend the ceasefire by 60 days and launch nuclear talks.

- Published: 2026-05-29T02:40:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605290004.aspx
- anchor: #n574890

Reports of a provisional agreement between the US and Iran to extend the ceasefire, but the truce remains unstable.

## Tennis star Jannik Sinner suffers shock exit in the French Open men's singles second round, admits he ran out of energy.

- Published: 2026-05-29T02:13:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605290003.aspx
- anchor: #n574889

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner lost in the second round of the French Open.

## US and Iran clash again; European stocks close lower.

- Published: 2026-05-29T01:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605290002.aspx
- anchor: #n574888

European stocks broadly fell amid renewed clashes between the US and Iran.

## ECB's decision to hold rates in April was finely balanced, signals readiness to hike.

- Published: 2026-05-29T00:41:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280379.aspx
- anchor: #n574887
- Companies mentioned: European Central Bank

ECB minutes show the decision to hold interest rates was a close one, hinting at rate hikes.

## Japan and the Philippines upgrade ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership, statement reiterates importance of peace in the Taiwan Strait.

- Published: 2026-05-29T00:39:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280378.aspx
- anchor: #n574886

Japan and the Philippines elevate ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership, stressing stability in the Taiwan Strait.

## Middle East conflict fuels inflation; US April PCE rises 3.8% year over year, in line with expectations.

- Published: 2026-05-29T00:07:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280377.aspx
- anchor: #n574885
- Companies mentioned: Federal Reserve

US April PCE rose 3.8%, in line with market expectations, as inflationary pressures continued.

## From “天黑黑” to flowers by the roadside, Cannes Japanese film “奈義日記” carries Taiwan's voice.

- Published: 2026-05-28T23:58:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202605280376.aspx
- anchor: #n574884
- Companies mentioned: MK2 Films

Director Kōji Fukada's film “奈義日記” incorporates Taiwanese music and culture, drawing attention at the Cannes Film Festival.

## PLG's Falcons miss the championship series; coach Conner encourages the team, saying success is merely delayed.

- Published: 2026-05-28T23:54:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605280375.aspx
- anchor: #n574883
- Companies mentioned: 台鋼獵鷹、台北富邦勇士

台鋼獵鷹 lost to 台北富邦勇士 in the PLG playoffs, missing out on the championship series.

## To align with TIS, 8 financial holding companies get flexibility in capital calculations.

- Published: 2026-05-28T23:25:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280374.aspx
- anchor: #n574882
- Companies mentioned: 富邦金、國泰金、中信金、元大金、兆豐金、台新新光金、第一金、華南金、凱基金、合庫金、台灣金控

The Financial Supervisory Commission revised rules on consolidated capital adequacy management for financial holding companies, giving holding companies flexibility in calculating capital for insurance subsidiaries.

## Huang Renxun on Huawei's semiconductor breakthrough: TSMC and Taiwan are 10 years ahead.

- Published: 2026-05-28T23:24:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280373.aspx
- anchor: #n574879
- Companies mentioned: NVIDIA、TSMC、Huawei、Foxconn、Quanta、ASUS、Pegatron

Huang Renxun commented on Huawei's technology and Taiwan's semiconductor industry.

## Gender stereotypes in Lithuanian textbooks are unbalanced; Education Ministry vows tighter oversight.

- Published: 2026-05-28T23:22:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280371.aspx
- anchor: #n574881

Lithuanian textbooks face criticism over gender stereotypes; the Education Ministry vows to strengthen reviews.

## Financial Supervisory Commission: Life insurers' foreign exchange reserves can withstand a NT$3.51 appreciation of the Taiwan dollar.

- Published: 2026-05-28T23:22:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280372.aspx
- anchor: #n574880

The Financial Supervisory Commission said life insurers' foreign exchange reserves and special surplus reserves total 969.8 billion yuan, enough to withstand a NT$3.51 appreciation of the Taiwan dollar.

## Scenic attraction becomes national security vulnerability; Norwegian public toilet reportedly closed temporarily over Chinese espionage case.

- Published: 2026-05-28T23:18:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280370.aspx
- anchor: #n574878

News of a public toilet in Norway being closed over spying suspicions.

## High production costs and taxes: Michelin to cut 1500 jobs in France within 3 years.

- Published: 2026-05-28T23:14:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280369.aspx
- anchor: #n574871
- Companies mentioned: ミシュラン

ミシュラン announced plans to cut 1500 jobs in France.

## Sweden donates 16 Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine to strengthen its air defenses.

- Published: 2026-05-28T23:12:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280368.aspx
- anchor: #n574845

Sweden donates 16 Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine.

## German lawmakers visit Taiwan to discuss reducing reliance on China, call Taiwan a key AI supply chain partner.

- Published: 2026-05-28T23:10:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605280367.aspx
- anchor: #n574850
- Companies mentioned: TSMC

German lawmakers describe Taiwan as a key partner in the AI supply chain.

## One ticket wins the top prize in 今彩539 draw No. 115130.

- Published: 2026-05-28T23:07:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605280366.aspx
- anchor: #n574856
- Companies mentioned: 台彩公司

Results announced for the 今彩539 draw, issue 115130.

## No winner of the top prize in 威力彩 draw No. 115043.

- Published: 2026-05-28T23:06:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605280365.aspx
- anchor: #n574831
- Companies mentioned: 台彩

威力彩 draw No. 115043 held; the top prize went unclaimed, while 1 ticket won second prize.

## PLG's Braves eliminate the Hawks to reach the championship series; Lin Chih-chieh says he is enjoying his final dance.

- Published: 2026-05-28T23:05:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605280364.aspx
- anchor: #n574832
- Companies mentioned: 台北富邦勇士、台鋼獵鷹、桃園璞園領航猿

台北富邦勇士 advance to the PLG championship series.

## US 1st-quarter GDP growth revised down to 1.6%.

- Published: 2026-05-28T22:58:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280363.aspx
- anchor: #n574833

US 1st-quarter GDP growth revised down to 1.6%.

## Naomi Osaka beats Vekic in 2 straight sets, reaches the French Open's last 32 for the first time in 7 years.

- Published: 2026-05-28T22:56:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605280362.aspx
- anchor: #n574830

Naomi Osaka beat Vekic in 2 straight sets, reaching the French Open's last 32 for the first time in 7 years.

## Brothers end 29 scoreless innings but suffer 7th straight loss, falling to a pair of home runs by 魔鷹.

- Published: 2026-05-28T22:55:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605280361.aspx
- anchor: #n574829
- Companies mentioned: 中信兄弟、台鋼雄鷹

中信兄弟 ended a 29-inning scoring drought but still lost 4-6 to 台鋼雄鷹, suffering their 7th straight loss.

## ASEAN Finance / 華上生醫 secures a Philippine invention patent for its independently developed cancer drug.

- Published: 2026-05-28T22:26:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605283004.aspx
- anchor: #n574827
- Companies mentioned: 華上生醫

華上生醫 secures a Philippine invention patent for its independently developed cancer drug GNTbm-38.

## Former CIA official arrested in the US after gold bars worth more than 1.2 billion are found at his home.

- Published: 2026-05-28T22:24:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280360.aspx
- anchor: #n574826
- Companies mentioned: CIA、FBI

Former CIA official Lash was arrested by the FBI for stealing government gold bars; assets worth more than $40 million were found at his home.

## Ebola outbreak spreads in the Democratic Republic of the Congo; Tedros visits the front lines.

- Published: 2026-05-28T22:20:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280359.aspx
- anchor: #n574828
- Companies mentioned: WHO

An Ebola outbreak has erupted in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Tedros visited the front lines.

## Israel bombs southern Lebanon, killing 14, on eve of Washington talks.

- Published: 2026-05-28T22:19:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280357.aspx
- anchor: #n574825

Israeli strikes on Lebanon kill 14, heightening tensions ahead of Washington talks.

## President: Continue strengthening self-defense capabilities and build resilient democratic supply chains.

- Published: 2026-05-28T22:19:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605280358.aspx
- anchor: #n574824

President Lai Ching-te met visitors from the Democracy Cooperation Forum, stressing the need to strengthen defense and democratic supply chains.

## 緯穎 joins ecosystem partners to showcase CPO optical interconnect technology at COMPUTEX.

- Published: 2026-05-28T22:12:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280356.aspx
- anchor: #n574823
- Companies mentioned: 緯穎、Ayar Labs、創意電子、波若威、康寧、上詮、Molex、SENKO、泰科電子

緯穎 joined ecosystem partners to showcase CPO optical interconnect technology at COMPUTEX.

## Seosomun Overpass in Seoul to be urgently dismantled, with work expected to be completed by the 30th.

- Published: 2026-05-28T22:10:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280354.aspx
- anchor: #n574821
- Companies mentioned: 韓国鉄道公社

Emergency removal work following the collapse of Seoul's Seosomun Overpass.

## Cheng Ming-chien: Quickly amend the law to increase penalties for drug-impaired driving; launch a 1-month crackdown.

- Published: 2026-05-28T22:10:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605280355.aspx
- anchor: #n574820

The Ministry of Justice is pushing amendments to laws on drug-impaired driving and launching a targeted crackdown.

## 國台辦 reorganizes internal departments; Bureau No. 10 to handle Taiwanese people studying and working on the mainland.

- Published: 2026-05-28T22:06:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605280353.aspx
- anchor: #n574822
- Companies mentioned: 國台辦

國台辦 reorganizes its structure and establishes Bureau No. 10 to handle Taiwanese people studying and working on the mainland.

## Chen Shui-bian backs Shen Po-yang, hopes he will become the DPP's 2nd Taipei mayor.

- Published: 2026-05-28T22:04:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605280351.aspx
- anchor: #n574818
- Companies mentioned: 凱達格蘭基金会

Former President Chen Shui-bian backs Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Po-yang.

## Financial Supervisory Commission launches cross-sector anti-fraud effort, allowing banks and virtual asset operators to share inquiries.

- Published: 2026-05-28T22:04:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280352.aspx
- anchor: #n574817

The Financial Supervisory Commission is strengthening cross-sector anti-fraud efforts in finance and virtual assets.

## Taoyuan beats New Taipei to win the high school baseball final at the Puzi Mayor's Cup.

- Published: 2026-05-28T22:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605280350.aspx
- anchor: #n574819

Closing of the Puzi Mayor's Cup baseball tournament and announcement of the champion.

## Executive Yuan: US formally announces Section 232 tariff concessions for Taiwan's non-semiconductor products.

- Published: 2026-05-28T21:55:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280349.aspx
- anchor: #n574816

The US formally announces Section 232 tariff exemptions for Taiwan's non-semiconductor products.

## After the Trump-Xi meeting, Taiwan experts cautiously optimistic about $14 billion arms sale.

- Published: 2026-05-28T21:55:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605280348.aspx
- anchor: #n574813
- Companies mentioned: CNBC

Experts analyze the proposed arms sale to Taiwan following the US-China leaders' meeting.

## 威力彩 draw No. 115043 results announced.

- Published: 2026-05-28T21:52:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605280346.aspx
- anchor: #n574815
- Companies mentioned: 台灣彩券

Winning numbers announced for 威力彩 draw No. 115043.

## Vice President Hsiao visits Miaoli; Chen Pin-an joins her to sample local food and experience Hakka cultural creations.

- Published: 2026-05-28T21:52:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605280347.aspx
- anchor: #n574814
- Companies mentioned: 國立聯合大學

Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim visited Miaoli to experience students' AI technology and Hakka culture.

## 今彩539 draw No. 115130 held.

- Published: 2026-05-28T21:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605280345.aspx
- anchor: #n574812
- Companies mentioned: 台灣彩券

Results announced for the 今彩539, 3-Star and 4-Star lotteries.

## Raymond Greene meets Han Kuo-yu, praises Legislative Yuan passage of special defense budget

- Published: 2026-05-28T21:36:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605280344.aspx
- anchor: #n574811
- Companies mentioned: AIT

AIT Director Raymond Greene met with Legislative Yuan President Han Kuo-yu to discuss security and defense budget support.

## Taiwan Travelogue mislabeled as Chinese on overseas websites; publisher addressing issue

- Published: 2026-05-28T21:35:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202605280343.aspx
- anchor: #n574809
- Companies mentioned: Spring Hill Publishing、Amazon、Audible、BOL、Graywolf

International platforms incorrectly labeled 'Taiwan Travelogue' as China; publisher is resolving the issue.

## Berliner Ensemble's 'The Threepenny Opera' portrays capitalism spiraling out of control

- Published: 2026-05-28T21:34:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202605280342.aspx
- anchor: #n574810
- Companies mentioned: Berliner Ensemble

Berliner Ensemble brings 'The Threepenny Opera' to Taipei for a three-day run.

## Ministry of Justice: Following Executive Yuan policy, official vehicles to be replaced with all-electric models over time

- Published: 2026-05-28T21:28:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605280341.aspx
- anchor: #n574807

Ministry of Justice defends electric vehicle replacement budget as policy-compliant.

## Nanshan Life Insurance buys Kaohsiung commercial building for NT$3.5 billion

- Published: 2026-05-28T21:27:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280340.aspx
- anchor: #n574808
- Companies mentioned: Nanshan Life Insurance、Yishang Le International

Nanshan Life Insurance buys commercial building in Kaohsiung for 3.55 billion TWD.

## Prosecutors continue Meinong Grand Canyon case; Kaohsiung councilor's elder brother detained

- Published: 2026-05-28T21:24:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605280338.aspx
- anchor: #n574806

The Qiaotou District Prosecutors Office is investigating illegal sand and gravel mining and waste dumping in the Meinong Grand Canyon case, and detained the elder brother of Kaohsiung City Councilor Chu Hsin-chiang.

## U.S. judge refuses to block Trump's restrictions on mail-in voting, dealing setback to Democrats

- Published: 2026-05-28T21:24:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280339.aspx
- anchor: #n574805

A U.S. federal judge rejected Democrats' request for an injunction against Trump's executive order on mail-in voting, saying the lawsuit was filed too early.

## Sanying Line aims to open by midyear; peak-hour intervals could be as short as 2.2 minutes

- Published: 2026-05-28T21:17:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605280337.aspx
- anchor: #n574802
- Companies mentioned: 新北捷運

新北捷運's Sanying Line is expected to open by midyear, with peak-hour intervals of 5-6 minutes initially and a future target of 2.2 minutes.

## Financial inclusion indicators: FSC adds TISA and long-term care insurance policy counts, among 5 items

- Published: 2026-05-28T21:16:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280336.aspx
- anchor: #n574804
- Companies mentioned: 金融監督管理委員会

The Financial Supervisory Commission announced that it met its 2025 financial inclusion targets and introduced new evaluation and monitoring indicators for 2026.

## Taipei health department: 3 Ai Er Li branches violated Medical Care Act and other rules; fined NT$860,000

- Published: 2026-05-28T21:12:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605280335.aspx
- anchor: #n574803
- Companies mentioned: 愛爾麗診所、光澤診所

Taipei City Health Department's penalties for violations by cosmetic medicine clinics.

## Australia extends quarantine for passengers returning from hantavirus-hit cruise ship

- Published: 2026-05-28T21:09:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280334.aspx
- anchor: #n574801

Australia extended the quarantine period for hantavirus cruise ship passengers to 42 days, with the measure expected to end on June 23.

## Vietnamese President To Lam visits Thailand; countries to deepen bilateral ties

- Published: 2026-05-28T21:06:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280333.aspx
- anchor: #n574800

Vietnamese President To Lam visited Thailand, with the two countries upgrading ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership and targeting trade of US$25 billion.

## Taiwan invited to NATO's CyCon annual conference to share digital and communications resilience experience

- Published: 2026-05-28T20:52:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280332.aspx
- anchor: #n574799

Taiwanese officials shared their experience in digital and communications resilience at the NATO CyCon annual conference for the first time.

## U20 Asian Athletics Championships: Chien Tzu-chieh breaks personal best in 3000 meters to win silver

- Published: 2026-05-28T20:51:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605280331.aspx
- anchor: #n574796

Athlete Chien Tzu-chieh won a silver medal in the 3000-meter race at the U20 Asian Athletics Championships.

## Power failure on Taiwan Railways line between Chishang and Fuli repaired; service resumes

- Published: 2026-05-28T20:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605280330.aspx
- anchor: #n574797
- Companies mentioned: 台鉄

A freight train derailed and overhead wires were severed between Chishang and Fuli on 台鉄, temporarily disrupting service before it was restored that night.

## Violin virtuoso Stefan Bach arrives in Taiwan to perform with NSO; his playing sings like a voice

- Published: 2026-05-28T20:46:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202605280329.aspx
- anchor: #n574798
- Companies mentioned: NSO國家交響樂團、台積電文教基金會

Violinist Stefan Bach arrived in Taiwan to perform Brahms' concerto with NSO, headlining the TSMC Arts Festival.

## 台勝科: Silicon wafer industry emerges from trough, outlook for second half optimistic

- Published: 2026-05-28T20:46:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280328.aspx
- anchor: #n574794
- Companies mentioned: 台勝科

台勝科 announced a recovery in the silicon wafer industry and an optimistic outlook for the second half of the year.

## Huang Ti-yang dubbed the male version of Hsieh Ying-hsuan; says he was so nervous acting with Chang Hsiao-chuan he forgot his lines

- Published: 2026-05-28T20:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202605280327.aspx
- anchor: #n574795
- Companies mentioned: 公共電視、公視+、Netflix

Actor Huang Ti-yang spoke about his co-stars and approach to his role at a press conference for a new drama.

## Kaohsiung teacher's fatal fall case sparks further debate; Chen Chi-mai proposes reforms to school affairs committees

- Published: 2026-05-28T20:37:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605280326.aspx
- anchor: #n574791

In the Kaohsiung teacher's fatal fall case, Chen Chi-mai proposed reforms to school affairs committees and support systems.

## State-owned banks back net zero, with green power and renewable energy lending exceeding NT$1.9 trillion

- Published: 2026-05-28T20:35:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280325.aspx
- anchor: #n574792
- Companies mentioned: 台灣銀行、合作金庫銀行、第一銀行

State-owned banks' green power lending topped NT$1.9 trillion as the Ministry of Finance promotes a sustainable transition.

## Sanae Takaichi meets Ferdinand Marcos Jr.; Japan and the Philippines upgrade ties to 'comprehensive strategic partnership'

- Published: 2026-05-28T20:34:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280324.aspx
- anchor: #n574793

Japan and the Philippines agreed to upgrade ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership and begin GSOMIA negotiations.

## 駐泰處駁中國大使投書 重申深化台泰合作

- Published: 2026-05-28T20:34:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605280323.aspx
- anchor: #n574789

Taiwan's representative office in Thailand rebutted the Chinese ambassador's op-ed and reiterated its commitment to deeper Taiwan-Thailand cooperation.

## Yang Chin: 麥味登 consolidates 1,000-store footprint; 炸雞大獅 to enter U.S. market for first time in July

- Published: 2026-05-28T20:33:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280322.aspx
- anchor: #n574790
- Companies mentioned: 揚秦國際企業、麥味登、炸雞大獅、REAL、涮金鍋、檳城煎蕊

Yang Chin's 麥味登 has secured its 1,000-store footprint, while 炸雞大獅 expands into the United States.

## 紐約聯邦準備銀行 survey finds more Americans going hungry than during pandemic

- Published: 2026-05-28T20:31:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280321.aspx
- anchor: #n574787
- Companies mentioned: 紐約聯邦準備銀行

A 紐約聯準會 survey shows food insecurity in the United States has worsened, surpassing levels seen during the pandemic.

## Knife attack at Swiss train station leaves 3 injured; suspect arrested

- Published: 2026-05-28T20:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280320.aspx
- anchor: #n574788
- Companies mentioned: Swiss Federal Railways

A knife attack at Winterthur train station in Switzerland left 3 people injured, and the suspect has been arrested.

## 陸委會民調：近8成不贊成中共「一國兩制」主張

- Published: 2026-05-28T20:25:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605280319.aspx
- anchor: #n574786
- Companies mentioned: 陸委會、益普索市場研究公司

陸委會民調顯示近8成民眾反對一國兩制，支持維持台海現狀。

## Wang Yen-cheng exits after 2 innings as starter, charged with 4 earned runs in shortest outing of his KBO career

- Published: 2026-05-28T20:18:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605280318.aspx
- anchor: #n574784
- Companies mentioned: 韓華鷹、NC恐龍

Wang Yen-cheng gave up 4 runs in 2 innings in a KBO start, setting a career record for his shortest start.

## Taiwan-U.S. defense industry forum: Huang Chih-fang calls for a resilient defense industry in the Indo-Pacific

- Published: 2026-05-28T20:16:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605280317.aspx
- anchor: #n574785
- Companies mentioned: 外貿協會、美台商業協會、台積電、輝達、超微

The Taiwan-U.S. defense industry forum focused on building a resilient defense supply chain in the Indo-Pacific.

## Kinmen's traditional 'Dahua Cao' performance continues to be passed down as young people gather for Yingchenghuang

- Published: 2026-05-28T20:13:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605280316.aspx
- anchor: #n574783

Kinmen's traditional performing art 'Dahua Cao' was showcased at Yingchenghuang, with young people helping carry on the tradition.

## 80 files, including chairman's approval signatures, transferred to state archives; KMT loses in retrial

- Published: 2026-05-28T20:08:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605280315.aspx
- anchor: #n574782
- Companies mentioned: 中国国民党

Taipei High Administrative Court ruled against the KMT in a lawsuit over the transfer of political documents.

## Yang Ce recognized as agricultural role model for innovative chicken farm management; Miaoli County government honors him

- Published: 2026-05-28T20:08:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605280314.aspx
- anchor: #n574778

Young farmer Yang Ce of Miaoli used data-driven management to run a layer pullet farm and won second place in the national agricultural role model awards.

## HBL championship game MVP Liu Ting-kuan discusses future plans, says he is still weighing U.S. options

- Published: 2026-05-28T20:06:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605280313.aspx
- anchor: #n574779
- Companies mentioned: 虎尾科大

HBL MVP Liu Ting-kuan is considering playing in the United States or joining 虎尾科大, and expects to decide before August.

## Prague Fringe Festival spotlights Taiwan Week; director praises Taiwanese artists' distinctive work

- Published: 2026-05-28T20:02:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202605280312.aspx
- anchor: #n574780
- Companies mentioned: 本丸有限公司、曉劇場、拾陸製作

Taiwan Week was held at the Prague Fringe Festival, drawing attention to Taiwanese arts groups.

## Chang Ling's '假如故鄉' solo exhibition returns to Taiwan, using art to explore the artist's thoughts

- Published: 2026-05-28T20:01:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202605280311.aspx
- anchor: #n574781
- Companies mentioned: 異雲書屋

Artist Chang Ling's solo exhibition '假如故鄉' has opened in Taipei as a homecoming show.

## Rozette analyzes Mandarin-language singers' breakout success; privately keeps loquat syrup on hand to soothe her voice

- Published: 2026-05-28T19:52:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202605280310.aspx
- anchor: #n574777

Canadian singer Rozette will perform in Taiwan on June 6 and shared her fondness for loquat syrup to soothe her voice.

## Meeting former U.S. military commander, Han Kuo-yu says special military procurement budget will get third reading on the 29th

- Published: 2026-05-28T19:48:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605280308.aspx
- anchor: #n574776
- Companies mentioned: 台積電

Legislative Yuan President Han Kuo-yu met with a U.S. delegation; the special defense procurement budget is expected to receive its third reading on the 29th.

## Taiwan's Ministry of Health and Welfare moves to close loopholes; future possession of e-cigarettes may result in confiscation and fines of up to 10,000.

- Published: 2026-05-28T19:48:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605280309.aspx
- anchor: #n574775

Taiwan's Ministry of Health and Welfare will amend the law to impose fines of up to NT$10,000 for possessing e-cigarettes and strengthen oversight of online platforms.

## Supreme Court overturns and remands corruption case for retrial; Yen Kuan-heng: “Give me justice”

- Published: 2026-05-28T19:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605280306.aspx
- anchor: #n574770

Yen Kuan-heng’s corruption case has been remanded for retrial.

## Verdict due today for one suspect in foiled terror plot targeting Taylor Swift’s Vienna concert

- Published: 2026-05-28T19:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605280307.aspx
- anchor: #n574769

Verdict to be handed down in foiled terror attack targeting Taylor Swift’s concert in Austria.

## Kim Tae-woo’s side business brings in more than ten million a month, but he still pursues his musical dream with a new EP

- Published: 2026-05-28T19:43:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202605280305.aspx
- anchor: #n574771

Singer Kim Tae-woo balances his side business with his musical ambitions.

## 味全龍攜手LG雙子創熱潮 平日2天破3萬人進場

- Published: 2026-05-28T19:39:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605280304.aspx
- anchor: #n574773
- Companies mentioned: 味全龍、LG雙子隊、LG電子、LG生活健康

A joint theme day by 味全龍 and LG雙子隊 attracts a large number of fans.

## Rent for public housing in Taipei’s Da’an District draws attention; city development department says rates will be set before completion

- Published: 2026-05-28T19:37:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605280302.aspx
- anchor: #n574774

Explanation of the rent-setting mechanism for the Jinhua Special No. 5 public housing project in Taipei’s Da’an District.

## Mandatory auto insurance coverage to increase; death and disability payouts of up to 3 million from 7/1

- Published: 2026-05-28T19:37:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605280303.aspx
- anchor: #n574772

Payout limits for death and disability under mandatory auto insurance will be raised.

## Jensen Huang’s “trillion-dollar banquet” gets underway, with C.C. Wei, Young Liu, Barry Lam and other top executives attending

- Published: 2026-05-28T19:36:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280300.aspx
- anchor: #n574768
- Companies mentioned: NVIDIA、TSMC、鴻海、広達、華碩、和碩、京元電子、光宝科、緯創、奇鋐、宏碁、英業達、台達電、緯穎、工業富聯、技嘉、仁宝、研華、聯発科

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang dines with Taiwan’s tech industry leaders to discuss the future of the AI industry.

## Supreme Court overturns and remands Yen Kuan-heng corruption case, saying further investigation is needed

- Published: 2026-05-28T19:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605280299.aspx
- anchor: #n574766

Yen Kuan-heng’s corruption case remanded by the Supreme Court over insufficient evidence.

## Hua Nan Financial: Open to merger proposals; will proceed according to 3 principles for agreed consolidation

- Published: 2026-05-28T19:28:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280297.aspx
- anchor: #n574765
- Companies mentioned: 華南金控、第一金投信、兆豊投信、合作金庫投信、華南永昌投信、華南銀行、華南産險、遠東商銀

華南金控 signals openness to a securities investment trust merger and reports strong quarterly results.

## Legislature aims to pass the 115年度 special defense procurement budget in third reading as early as the 29th

- Published: 2026-05-28T19:28:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605280298.aspx
- anchor: #n574764

Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan reviews the 115年度 special defense procurement budget and aims for a third reading on the 29th.

## Lee Chuan proposes building the Lusu Bridge; Su Chiao-hui says the key lies with Taipei City and Shezidao

- Published: 2026-05-28T19:27:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605280296.aspx
- anchor: #n574761
- Companies mentioned: 台電

New Taipei mayoral candidates debate construction of the Lusu Bridge.

## 國喬 plans NT$5 billion capital increase to pursue transformation; new hydrogen production line targeted to begin operations in 2028

- Published: 2026-05-28T19:20:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280294.aspx
- anchor: #n574763
- Companies mentioned: 國喬

国喬が50億元の増資を行い、水素産線を新設して事業転換を図る。

## Elevators frequently break down at Nangang Depot public housing; Taipei housing center says issue is a priority

- Published: 2026-05-28T19:20:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605280295.aspx
- anchor: #n574762
- Companies mentioned: 台北市住宅及都市更新中心

Elevator breakdowns are frequent at Nangang Depot public housing, and authorities are responding.

## Taiwan stocks turn lower after hitting a record high; Taiwan dollar edges down, ending a 6-day winning streak

- Published: 2026-05-28T19:18:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605280293.aspx
- anchor: #n574759

Taiwan stocks retreat after reaching a record high amid U.S.-Iran clashes; the Taiwan dollar edges down, ending a 6-day winning streak.

## 金門迎城隍豔陽下登場 千人隊伍綿延金城街巷

- Published: 2026-05-28T19:16:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605280292.aspx
- anchor: #n574760

The traditional religious event “Kinmen Welcoming the City God” was held in grand style on Kinmen Island.

## Betting on the promise of embodied intelligence, Henan puts practical applications first in robot development

- Published: 2026-05-28T19:14:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605280291.aspx
- anchor: #n574757
- Companies mentioned: 富士康、NVIDIA、智元創新

Zhengzhou, Henan, promotes the embodied-intelligence robotics industry, focusing on industrial applications and future care.

## Construction on the only road linking to Yilan’s Matcha Mountain begins in June; road closed until November

- Published: 2026-05-28T19:13:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605280290.aspx
- anchor: #n574758

The road linking to Yilan’s Matcha Mountain will be closed from June to November for repairs.