AI News 180m Report｜2026-05-31 21:00–24:00 JST｜Page 17 of 22https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.htmlOne 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.en Tainan 8-term councilor 蔡淑惠 still receives suspended sentence in second appeal of aide-fee fraud casehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574656https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574656Thu, 28 May 2026 16:16:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe suspended sentence was upheld on appeal in Tainan City Councilor 蔡淑惠’s case involving fraudulent claims for aide fees. Three major institutional investors recorded net sales of NT$60.48 billion in Taiwan stockshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574657https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574657Thu, 28 May 2026 16:15:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan stocks plunged, with the three major institutional investors all net sellers as selling pressure intensified. Northern Taiwan prosecutors’ anti-bribery campaign heads to Songshan to prevent phantom residents from undermining elections.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574654https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574654Thu, 28 May 2026 16:11:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANorthern Taiwan prosecutors step up anti-bribery efforts to prevent phantom residents from influencing elections. The Guardians’ wins mount; Tseng Chun-yueh makes more frequent appearances and welcomes the challenge.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574655https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574655Thu, 28 May 2026 16:10:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA富邦悍將終結者曾峻岳表現亮眼，頻繁出賽並列救援王。 Tainan’s Yujing hits 39.4 degrees; 16 counties and cities under high-temperature alerts.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574650https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574650Thu, 28 May 2026 16:08:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAHigh-temperature alerts issued for 16 counties and cities across Taiwan, with Tainan’s Yujing hitting 39.4 degrees. After losing the DPP primary, plans to quit the party and run for Changhua County magistrate; Chiu Chien-fu: “I’m ready.”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574651https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574651Thu, 28 May 2026 16:05:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFormer Changhua mayor Chiu Chien-fu hinted he may run for Changhua County magistrate as an independent, and will decide before the end of August. 女車牌註銷遭警查出涉毒駕 彰檢聲押獲准https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574652https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574652Thu, 28 May 2026 16:02:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChanghua woman caught driving under the influence of drugs; prosecutors’ detention request approved. 高雄中華一路人行空間改善 工程進度已達5成https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574653https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574653Thu, 28 May 2026 16:01:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA高雄市工務局推動中華一路人本交通環境改造工程，進度達5成，預算3327萬元。 信驊 and Lattice join forces to advance next-generation data center management and control technology.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574649https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574649Thu, 28 May 2026 15:56:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA信驊 joins Lattice to develop the AST1840 management chip and enter the next-generation data center market. 菲籍移工台中宿舍產死胎棄置水溝 一審獲判緩刑https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574648https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574648Thu, 28 May 2026 15:56:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFilipino migrant worker gave birth to a stillborn baby at a Taichung dormitory and abandoned it, receiving a 6-month sentence, suspended for 2 years. Drones a top priority: Trump administration discusses financing partnerships with multiple companies.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574647https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574647Thu, 28 May 2026 15:52:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATrump administration promotes financing for the drone industry to bolster the defense supply chain. Taiwan stocks hit a record high on heavy volume, then plunged 620 points; a 713-point upper shadow formed, but the 5-day moving average held.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574646https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574646Thu, 28 May 2026 15:49:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan stocks pulled back after hitting a record high amid geopolitical tensions, with trading volume surging. Hsu Kuei-ya exposes fake-news chaos on social media; Threads becomes a new battleground for public opinion.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574645https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574645Thu, 28 May 2026 15:49:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAn anchor team joins Threads to expose fake news and promote media literacy. Tsai Ing-wen visits Kaohsiung; Lai Jui-lung and Chiu Yi-ying lead a tour of agricultural sites.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574643https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574643Thu, 28 May 2026 15:42:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFormer President Tsai Ing-wen inspected agriculture in Kaohsiung and called for boosting brand value. Frontline firefighters complain they cannot use air conditioning; Fire Agency says local authorities may allow reasonable use.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574644https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574644Thu, 28 May 2026 15:38:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFire Agency calls on local fire departments to ease restrictions on frontline staff’s use of air conditioning. Pingtung’s smart teaching moves toward “a tablet for every student,” with another 8,000 devices.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574639https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574639Thu, 28 May 2026 15:38:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPingtung County promotes smart teaching and buys more tablets to move toward “a tablet for every student.” Nantou plans to build a waste incinerator; self-help group says endless meetings are tormenting residents.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574638https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574638Thu, 28 May 2026 15:38:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANantou’s incinerator plan sparks public anger, with a self-help group protesting the meeting process. Penghu fisherman goes missing after setting nets at sea; search launched by land, sea and air.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574640https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574640Thu, 28 May 2026 15:33:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAn 80-year-old fisherman has gone missing in Penghu, and the search continues. Unfazed by being typecast after playing a crazy mistress, Lin Yu-ting hopes for roles as a madwoman and a beggar.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574642https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574642Thu, 28 May 2026 15:32:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAActor Lin Yu-ting discussed her desire to broaden her acting range. Clashes erupt in the Persian Gulf, threatening U.S.-Iran talks; Japanese stocks close lower.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574641https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574641Thu, 28 May 2026 15:32:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAConcerns over clashes in the Persian Gulf drove the Nikkei average lower. 新纖 responds to the U.S.-Iran conflict; Wu Tung-sheng says inventory will be tightly controlled and the company will actively position itself in AI materials.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574637https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574637Thu, 28 May 2026 15:32:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA新纖 shareholders approve a dividend; chairman Wu Tung-sheng stresses tight inventory control and plans to expand in AI materials. St. Vincent’s new ambassador to Taiwan takes office; president hopes to deepen cooperation for mutual benefit and shared prosperity.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574636https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574636Thu, 28 May 2026 15:30:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANew St. Vincent ambassador to Taiwan 姜康特 takes office; the president calls for deeper bilateral cooperation. KMT lawmakers question whether the party assets committee is using the courts to prolong its existence; Lin Feng-cheng says lawsuits extend investigations.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574634https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574634Thu, 28 May 2026 15:23:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADebate erupted in the Legislative Yuan over the party assets committee’s budget and purpose. Rats spotted at Taichung’s Tanzi Sports Park; city government orders contractor to ensure cleanliness.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574635https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574635Thu, 28 May 2026 15:19:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNARat infestation reported at Taichung’s Tanzi Sports Park; city government orders cleanup and imposes a fine. President meets WHO Action Group, stressing that the global health system must not leave Taiwan behind.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574633https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574633Thu, 28 May 2026 15:18:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPresident Lai Ching-te’s meeting with the WHO Action Group and his call for Taiwan’s participation in international health efforts. 工研院 and the Livestock Research Institute launch robotic cattle farming, with feeding and cleaning fully automated.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574632https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574632Thu, 28 May 2026 15:14:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA工研院 develops and demonstrates automation robots for dairy farming. 衛福部擬修菸害防制法防毒駕 持有電子煙即沒入https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574630https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574630Thu, 28 May 2026 15:10:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Ministry of Health and Welfare plans to amend the Tobacco Hazards Prevention Act to confiscate e-cigarette devices and step up enforcement against online sales in response to etomidate-impaired driving. Taipei Station mall case: Taiwan Railways says it has replied to Breeze and begun contract negotiations with 新光三越.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574631https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574631Thu, 28 May 2026 15:09:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADispute over Taipei Station’s operating rights: Taiwan Railways has formally begun negotiations with 新光三越. Consensus reached with Taipower on the Beishi Science Park substation; Chiang Wan-an says both sides accepted reasonable proposals.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574629https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574629Thu, 28 May 2026 15:03:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaipei City and Taipower agree to build the Beishi Science Park substation underground. June electronic and financial futures both fallhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574628https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574628Thu, 28 May 2026 14:57:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAJune-contract electronic and financial futures fall in the Taipei stock market. June Taiwan stock index futures fell 952 points.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574627https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574627Thu, 28 May 2026 14:57:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASharp drop in the Taiwan stock market and movements in TAIEX futures. Sanchong student club collects more than 10,000 cigarette butts, wins Taishin Youth Volunteer Award.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574624https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574624Thu, 28 May 2026 14:55:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASanchong High School student club wins the Taishin Youth Volunteer Elite Award for an environmental campaign that collected more than 10,000 cigarette butts. Taiwan Railways repairs overhead wire fault; shuttle buses run between Fuli and Guanshan.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574626https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574626Thu, 28 May 2026 14:53:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATrain service suspended and replacement bus service launched after a Taiwan Railways overhead wire failure. Taichung junior high school teacher accused of bullying students; Education Bureau launches investigation.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574625https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574625Thu, 28 May 2026 14:53:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNABullying allegations against a teacher at a Taichung junior high school and an Education Bureau investigation. Shangri-La Dialogue to be held; no dedicated China session planned.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574619https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574619Thu, 28 May 2026 14:50:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANo China-focused special session planned at the Shangri-La Dialogue; defense minister also absent. Taichung general industrial waste processing fees rise by NT$1,040 per ton.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574620https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574620Thu, 28 May 2026 14:48:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaichung City raises general industrial waste disposal fees to implement the polluter-pays principle. Taiwan Agricultural Machinery Show marks its 20th anniversary, exhibiting electric self-driving tractors.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574622https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574622Thu, 28 May 2026 14:47:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan International Agricultural Machinery Show to open in Chiayi, featuring electric autonomous farm machinery and additional subsidies. 台鐵池上站2事故 貨物列車出軌、普悠瑪勾斷電車線https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574621https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574621Thu, 28 May 2026 14:47:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台鐵池上站連發兩起事故，導致花東線交通中斷。 Green-collar talent information platform marks its one-year anniversary with 630,000 views.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574623https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574623Thu, 28 May 2026 14:46:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANational Environmental Research Institute’s green-collar talent platform marks its anniversary with nearly 630,000 views, becoming a popular gateway to green careers. Taiwan stocks hit a record high, then plunged amid volatility of 1,717 points; closed down 620 points at 43,636.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574613https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574613Thu, 28 May 2026 14:45:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan stocks plunged after hitting a record high amid the impact of the U.S.-Iran conflict. China cracks down on cross-border stock trading; brokers including 富途 clear accounts that fail eligibility requirements.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574614https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574614Thu, 28 May 2026 14:44:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAmid tighter Chinese regulation, 富途 and 長橋 require ineligible accounts to be closed and identity information updated. Taiwan stocks fell 620.36 points.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574615https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574615Thu, 28 May 2026 14:43:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’s stock market fell 620 points, closing at 43,636. Australian government sues 3M over “forever chemical” pollution, seeking 44.7 billion in damages.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574616https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574616Thu, 28 May 2026 14:42:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAustralian government sues 3M over PFAS pollution, seeking 44.7 billion yen. Meta plans paid upgrades for its three major platforms to reduce reliance on advertising revenue.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574618https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574618Thu, 28 May 2026 14:40:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMeta introduces paid subscriptions for its major apps to reduce its reliance on advertising. President hopes to deepen Taiwan-France strategic partnership; French delegation supports Taiwan’s international participation.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574617https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574617Thu, 28 May 2026 14:40:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPresident Lai Ching-te met with a French delegation and confirmed plans to strengthen the strategic partnership. Shohei Ohtani shines on the mound and at the plate, throwing 6 hitless innings and homering in his first at-bat to earn the win [video].https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574612https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574612Thu, 28 May 2026 14:39:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAShohei Ohtani excels as both a pitcher and hitter as the Dodgers beat the Rockies. Amid frequent drug-driving incidents, the Ministry of Transportation proposes legal amendments and risk-based license renewal management.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574611https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574611Thu, 28 May 2026 14:35:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Ministry of Transportation is pushing for legal changes and tighter management to address driving under the influence of drugs. Shen You-chung: Beijing promotes a “one China” narrative to change the status quo in the Taiwan Strait.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574607https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574607Thu, 28 May 2026 14:31:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Mainland Affairs Council criticized China’s “one China” narrative as an attempt to change the status quo. Middle East War, Day 89: Trump denies reports of a Hormuz agreement as the US and Iran launch airstrikes against each other.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574608https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574608Thu, 28 May 2026 14:29:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Middle East war intensifies, with military clashes and sanctions between the US and Iran continuing. Luo Chih-hsien: The stock market is too exciting; funds have no time to flow into consumer spending.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574609https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574609Thu, 28 May 2026 14:26:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA統一企業 Chairman Luo Chih-hsien commented on rising stock prices, consumer trends and this year’s business outlook. Man accuses dentist of delaying implant treatment and causing a broken tooth; his damages claim is rejected on appeal, making the ruling final.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574610https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574610Thu, 28 May 2026 14:25:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA patient’s damages claim in a dental treatment dispute was dismissed, and the ruling is final. Changhua’s Lujiang Junior High and Elementary School breaks ground on Phase 4, which will include classrooms and a student dormitory.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574606https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574606Thu, 28 May 2026 14:19:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChanghua County begins construction on Phase 4 of Lujiang International School. 宏羚 joins forces with LiveX.AI to showcase task-based generative AI at COMPUTEX.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574604https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574604Thu, 28 May 2026 14:19:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA宏羚 joins forces with LiveX.AI to showcase task-based generative AI at COMPUTEX. Cloud Gate is the only Asian company invited to Austria’s Bregenz Spring International Dance Festival.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574605https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574605Thu, 28 May 2026 14:18:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA雲門舞集’s “Ding Guang” is the only Asian dance company invited to an international dance festival in Austria. Starlux Airlines: Pilot suspended from duty after abnormal alcohol test, pending investigation by the Civil Aeronautics Administration.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574602https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574602Thu, 28 May 2026 14:15:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA pilot for スターラックス航空 was suspended from duty after an abnormal alcohol test. 烏克蘭精銳指揮官談戰事 未來半年關鍵轉捩點https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574603https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574603Thu, 28 May 2026 14:12:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA Ukrainian military commander predicts the next 6 months will be a turning point in the war. Taiwan Railways power equipment failure halts service between Fuli and Chishang.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574601https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574601Thu, 28 May 2026 14:09:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA power equipment failure on Taiwan Railways has halted service between Fuli and Chishang. Ministry of Economic Affairs: Taiwan’s power supply is secure through 2034, taking semiconductor and AI demand into account.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574578https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574578Thu, 28 May 2026 14:06:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Ministry of Economic Affairs said its power supply plan, which accounts for semiconductor and AI demand, ensures Taiwan will have an adequate power supply through 2034. 台達電 approves a dividend of 11.6 yuan; Cheng Ping says it will adjust its AI and electric vehicle strategies in response to changing conditions.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574586https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574586Thu, 28 May 2026 14:04:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台達電 shareholders approve a dividend of 11.6 yuan; Chairman Cheng Ping says AI is central to growth and the company will continue adjusting its AI and electric vehicle business strategies. Can children accompanying Chinese spouses receive a child growth allowance? Executive Yuan: Eligibility will mainly be for citizens.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574588https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574588Thu, 28 May 2026 14:00:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Executive Yuan said the 0-18 growth allowance would generally be for citizens, while child-rearing allowance rules would also apply to children accompanying Chinese spouses, provided they are registered in the household. Taiwan Railways freight train derails; shuttle buses run between Fuli and Guanshan.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574556https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574556Thu, 28 May 2026 13:59:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA Taiwan Railways freight train derailed at Chishang Station, and bus services are operating between Fuli and Guanshan. Business groups worry about workforce allocation amid population measures; DPP caucus says subsidies are available for additional hiring.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574563https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574563Thu, 28 May 2026 13:57:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAs the government pursues measures to address the declining birthrate, the DPP caucus pledged that the Ministry of Labor would subsidize businesses’ workforce allocation and training to ease labor shortage concerns. Man driving a tractor-trailer under the influence on National Freeway 1 crashes into 8 vehicles, injuring 10; prosecutors’ request for detention approved.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574551https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574551Thu, 28 May 2026 13:50:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA truck driven under the influence of drugs crashed into 8 vehicles, injuring 10 people. The driver was detained. Eslite continues to expand as it targets revenue of 30 billion; Wu Min-chieh says Japan still has a 3rd store in the works.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574552https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574552Thu, 28 May 2026 13:47:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA誠品生活 announced plans to expand into Osaka and is aiming for $30 billion in sales in 2028. University application admission results are being announced; applicants must register their preferences on 6/4 for centralized placement.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574553https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574553Thu, 28 May 2026 13:46:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAUniversity application admission results are being announced. Applicants must register their preferences on June 4-5. The Dajia River Guangming power generation project passes environmental review; pumped-storage hydropower will improve power supply stability.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574554https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574554Thu, 28 May 2026 13:45:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Ministry of Environment approved 台電’s pumped-storage hydropower project, which aims to balance power supply stability with environmental protection. Hou You-yi: The declining birthrate is a national security issue that central and local governments must address together.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574550https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574550Thu, 28 May 2026 13:41:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMayor Hou You-yi called on the central government to explain how funding for declining birthrate measures would be allocated. A freight train derailed at 台鐵’s Chishang Station, delaying services; buses are replacing trains on some sections.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574549https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574549Thu, 28 May 2026 13:34:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA freight train derailed at 台鐵’s Chishang Station. Bus services are replacing trains on some sections. Tong Tzu-hsien: A Taiwan stock market P/E ratio of 20 to 30 times is not overheated; AI development is below 30%.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574547https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574547Thu, 28 May 2026 13:31:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA和碩 Chairman Tong Tzu-hsien said Taiwan stocks’ P/E ratios are reasonable, expressed confidence in the AI industry’s long-term prospects and forecast strong growth in 和碩’s AI server revenue. Civic groups put forward 5 demands to improve traffic and urge county and city chief candidates to sign a pledge white paper.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574546https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574546Thu, 28 May 2026 13:31:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNACivic groups are promoting a 2026 traffic improvement pledge white paper, calling on candidates to commit to better pedestrian safety and traffic design. 聯發科 heads to COMPUTEX to showcase edge AI and cloud solutions.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574548https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574548Thu, 28 May 2026 13:27:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA聯發科 showcases next-generation technologies spanning edge AI to cloud computing at COMPUTEX 2026. 高雄教師墜樓延燒 教育部組專案小組南下協助諮商https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574543https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574543Thu, 28 May 2026 13:22:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA高雄教師墜樓事件引發教育界對教師心理支持機制的檢討，教育部介入協助。 Imported oysters mixed with domestic ones for profit; Fisheries Agency: 3 cases concluded, with a maximum fine of 200,000.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574545https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574545Thu, 28 May 2026 13:18:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Fisheries Agency uncovered origin fraud involving oysters on the market. Of 119 cases, 20 involved wrongdoing, and 3 were referred for criminal penalties. The 2026 Taiwan Craft Season doubles its venues, with the hundred leading cultural bases lending support.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574544https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574544Thu, 28 May 2026 13:18:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 2026 Taiwan Craft Season is expanding, linking 65 locations across Taiwan to promote everyday crafts. Luo Chih-hsien: We spent 10 years considering the Japanese market; investing in LOPIA will help us enter its supply chain.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574542https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574542Thu, 28 May 2026 13:16:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA統一企業 has acquired a stake in Japan’s LOPIA. Luo Chih-hsien said the move will help deepen the company’s presence in the Japanese market and supply chain. Doctor: The harms of “zombie vape” are beyond imagination; effects on the respiratory center could be life-threatening.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574541https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574541Thu, 28 May 2026 13:16:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADoctors warn of the risks of abusing “zombie vape” (etomidate), which can suppress breathing and endanger lives. Man reported over zombie vape use is caught driving under the influence of drugs; Chiayi man placed in preventive detention.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574535https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574535Thu, 28 May 2026 13:10:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA嘉義男子毒駕遭預防性羈押。 朝野關注立院遷改建進度 周萬來盼本屆決定地點https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574536https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574536Thu, 28 May 2026 13:07:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Legislative Yuan discussed plans to relocate or rebuild, with the goal of deciding on a site during the current term. 1至2月酒駕奪24命增逾7成 交部：加強防制、執法https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574534https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574534Thu, 28 May 2026 13:07:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADrunk driving deaths increased in months 1 to 2, and the Ministry of Transportation is stepping up enforcement. Japan visitors’ spending in Taiwan grows; card spending rose 14% last year, according to the National Credit Card Center.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574538https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574538Thu, 28 May 2026 13:06:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASpending by Japanese visitors to Taiwan is growing, with consumers shifting toward frequent, small-value payments. US strikes southern Iran; Iran says it targeted US bases in retaliation.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574537https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574537Thu, 28 May 2026 13:06:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIran’s Revolutionary Guard attacked US bases in retaliation for US airstrikes. The New Taiwan dollar rose 1.5 cents at midday, temporarily closing at 31.405.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574539https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574539Thu, 28 May 2026 13:05:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe New Taiwan dollar edged higher against the US dollar in morning trading. 馬來西亞男赴台當車手、30人受害 彰院判8年https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574540https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574540Thu, 28 May 2026 13:03:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMalaysian man who came to Taiwan to work as a scam mule sentenced to 8 years NTUT CubeSat reaches orbit and establishes communications, advancing Taiwan’s space researchhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574532https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574532Thu, 28 May 2026 13:03:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANTUT-developed CubeSat “山雀PARUS-6U1” successfully reached orbit and established communications, validating Taiwan’s homegrown aerospace technology Tesla Taiwan: Nearly 80,000 vehicle owners nationwide; more than half have installed home wall-mounted chargershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574533https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574533Thu, 28 May 2026 13:01:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATesla Taiwan promotes home charging; more than half of owners have installed chargers Taiwan Water Corporation AI customer service reaches 45,000 uses; considers cooperation with Taipei Water Departmenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574530https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574530Thu, 28 May 2026 12:59:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan Water Corporation AI customer service bot “Shuibao” marks one month online, with 45,000 uses; cooperation with Taipei Water Department under consideration Feels-like temperature hits 47 degrees in Guangzhou, China; online commenters say they want to escape the heat in Africahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574531https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574531Thu, 28 May 2026 12:58:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAHot, humid conditions grip southern China, with Guangzhou’s feels-like temperature soaring to 47 degrees; online commenters joke they want to escape the heat in Africa UK think tank: U.S.-China conflict over Taiwan could risk nuclear escalationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574527https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574527Thu, 28 May 2026 12:54:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIISS report on the risk of nuclear escalation in a U.S.-China conflict 勃起功能障礙年輕化 調查：9成有症狀未就醫https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574528https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574528Thu, 28 May 2026 12:52:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA調查顯示勃起功能障礙有年輕化趨勢，近9成患者未就醫，醫師籲及早諮詢。 Civic groups urge swift review of Social Assistance Act; DPP caucus: Cabinet bill to be submitted this sessionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574529https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574529Thu, 28 May 2026 12:48:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNACivic groups call for revision of the Social Assistance Act; DPP caucus pledges to submit the Cabinet version for review this session Jintian Award marks 10 years beyond campus, inviting high school students nationwide to document the night skyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574524https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574524Thu, 28 May 2026 12:45:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAJintian Award astronomy photography contest expands nationwide, encouraging high school students to explore astronomy through photography Former Australian defense minister: China could gain leverage over western Australia; appeasement will not bring peacehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574526https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574526Thu, 28 May 2026 12:44:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFormer Australian defense minister’s warning over China’s military encirclement SinoPac donates NT$247 million to National Chengchi University for X Experimental Academy basehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574525https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574525Thu, 28 May 2026 12:43:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADonation by 永豐金控 to National Chengchi University and facility renovations Hualien students in remote areas turn to police officer “big sister” for homework help; police station becomes community support centerhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574522https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574522Thu, 28 May 2026 12:43:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPolice station in Hualien’s Zhuoxi Township combines after-school support with a learning space for students, strengthening police-community ties Tensions flare again in Strait of Hormuz as Iran fires warning shots at 4 ships, forcing them to turn backhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574523https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574523Thu, 28 May 2026 12:40:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIranian military fires warning shots at 4 ships in the Strait of Hormuz; U.S. forces also strike southern Iran the same day Trump appeals sexual assault and defamation case; 司法部 investigates plaintiff for perjuryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574521https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574521Thu, 28 May 2026 12:38:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA司法部 launches criminal investigation into Trump sexual assault case plaintiff E. Jean Carroll, focusing on whether her testimony involved perjury U.S. sanctions new Iranian agency seeking to control Strait of Hormuz shippinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574519https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574519Thu, 28 May 2026 12:35:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAU.S. imposes sanctions on new Iranian agency seeking control of the Strait of Hormuz Changhua police officer accused of sexually assaulting 16-year-old suspect in drug case; dismissed after 2 major demeritshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574520https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574520Thu, 28 May 2026 12:34:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChanghua County police officer dismissed over suspected sexual assault of an underage girl who was under investigation Central Changhua Nantou branch holds career exploration event to help people with disabilities identify their interestshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574517https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574517Thu, 28 May 2026 12:28:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNACareer exploration activities for people with disabilities provide aptitude assessments and employment support DPP caucus: U.S. grants Taiwan tariff relief under Section 232 for non-semiconductor goods, boosting competitivenesshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574516https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p17.html#n574516Thu, 28 May 2026 12:28:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAU.S. applies Section 232 tariff exemptions to Taiwan’s non-semiconductor products