AI News 180m Report｜2026-05-31 21:00–24:00 JST｜Page 19 of 22https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.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 Cho Jung-tai: Invest in innovation and startups to make Taiwan an Asian innovation hubhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574415https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574415Wed, 27 May 2026 21:42:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPremier Cho Jung-tai stressed support for startups and said Taiwan should become an innovation hub. China suspends exports to Japan of processed rare-earth and tungsten products, risking impact on manufacturinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574416https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574416Wed, 27 May 2026 21:40:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChina halts tungsten exports to Japan, raising concerns about the impact on manufacturing. 7 villagers trapped in Laos cave for a week; rescuers find 5, all safehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574414https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574414Wed, 27 May 2026 21:38:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA5 of the 7 people stranded in a cave in Laos were rescued. On 250th anniversary of U.S. independence, President Lai hopes for Taiwan-U.S. cooperation and preservation of Taiwan Strait status quohttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574413https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574413Wed, 27 May 2026 21:25:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNALai Ching-te attended AIT's National Day reception, emphasizing Taiwan-U.S. cooperation and stability in the Taiwan Strait. Foreign investors net-bought more than NT$38.1 billion, positioning in active ETFs and trimming 友達.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574409https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574409Wed, 27 May 2026 21:22:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan stocks hit a record high as foreign investors net-bought more than NT$38.1 billion. Woman accused of drugging Australian student; prosecutors seek 12-year sentence, verdict due July 22.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574410https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574410Wed, 27 May 2026 21:20:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAProsecutors seek a 12-year sentence for a woman accused of drugging an Australian student. NAMU attacked in the Strait of Hormuz; South Korean investigation suspects it was hit by an Iranian anti-ship missile.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574411https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574411Wed, 27 May 2026 21:18:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASouth Korean cargo ship NAMU was reportedly attacked by an Iranian missile in the Strait of Hormuz. Toufen motorcyclist flees a police stop by riding against traffic and running a red light; police arrest rider and find drugs.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574412https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574412Wed, 27 May 2026 21:17:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAToufen motorcyclist suspected of drug driving flees police and is found with multiple types of drugs. Taiwan Travelogue wins an award; Yang Shuang-zi thanks Lan Pei-chia’s Cross-Border Cinderella for its inspiration.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574408https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574408Wed, 27 May 2026 21:17:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwanese writer Yang Shuang-zi won the International Booker Prize, drawing attention to links with sociologist Lan Pei-chia’s work. Keelung Bird Society urges officials to heed raptors’ distress calls and hopes the city will stop distributing rat poison altogether.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574406https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574406Wed, 27 May 2026 21:14:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAKeelung Bird Society urges the city government to stop excessive distribution of rat poison to protect raptor habitats. Sanae Takaichi’s approval rating slips; Japanese scholar says improving people’s livelihoods is key to halting the decline.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574407https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574407Wed, 27 May 2026 21:10:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAJapanese political scientist says economic pressures on people’s livelihoods are behind the decline in support for Sanae Takaichi’s Cabinet. 法國5月罕見酷熱 健身房冷氣無感、法網照打https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574405https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574405Wed, 27 May 2026 21:08:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA法國 5 月遭遇罕見酷熱，氣候變遷影響加劇。 Dengue prevention order clears Qianzhen recycling site; city urges landlord Taiwan Land Bank to act.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574404https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574404Wed, 27 May 2026 21:07:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAmid a severe dengue outbreak in Kaohsiung’s Qianzhen District, the city orders an illegal recycling site cleared. Education Ministry commits NT$1.5 billion to ease student loan burden; grace period extended by 1 year, benefiting 410,000 people.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574402https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574402Wed, 27 May 2026 21:02:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAGovernment commits NT$1.5 billion to ease student loan burdens, with plans to lower interest rates and extend grace periods. foodpanda parent company turns down Uber’s offer for now; union hopes to prevent a monopoly.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574403https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574403Wed, 27 May 2026 21:00:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe status of Uber’s acquisition bid remains unclear; foodpanda says it is focused on delivery and upgrading the industry. 5 highlights of Taiwan stocks: trading volume, prices and market value climb; roster of high-priced stocks expands.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574401https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574401Wed, 27 May 2026 20:53:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan stock trading volume and prices both rise, with several indicators reaching record highs. Grass owl concerns at Shalun Science Park; Peng Chi-ming advocates an ecological collaboration platform.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574400https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574400Wed, 27 May 2026 20:53:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAEnvironment Ministry promotes an ecological collaboration platform to balance technology development and conservation. Financial Times reports that nearly half a year after Trump’s Board of Peace was established, its official fund remains empty.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574399https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574399Wed, 27 May 2026 20:46:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATrump-led Board of Peace has zero in its fund six months after its establishment. First children’s traditional opera arts festival features “Little Stage Through Time” to introduce children to the art form.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574398https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574398Wed, 27 May 2026 20:40:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA2026 Children’s Traditional Opera Arts Festival to open in late June. After 9 straight losses and 9 straight wins, Kuo Tien-hsin goes from rookie to caught in the middle.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574396https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574396Wed, 27 May 2026 20:35:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA味全龍の郭天信、連敗と連勝を経て成長。 Chinese Embassy: Many Cambodian online scam groups have moved to Indonesia.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574397https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574397Wed, 27 May 2026 20:32:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATelecom fraud groups relocate their bases from Cambodia to Indonesia. Education groups worry achievement tests are straying from their purpose; ministry says they should return to their diagnostic function.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574392https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574392Wed, 27 May 2026 20:31:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAEducation groups criticize the changes to achievement tests; Education Ministry calls for a return to their diagnostic function. Economics Ministry: 4 major state-owned enterprises operate 13 childcare centers, and will continue to support government policy.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574393https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574393Wed, 27 May 2026 20:28:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIn support of the government’s population strategy, state-owned enterprises under the Economics Ministry have established 13 childcare facilities and plan to keep expanding. Taichung baseball coach sexual assault case: Control Yuan says school and education bureau failed to carry out checks and oversight.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574394https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574394Wed, 27 May 2026 20:25:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAControl Yuan censures Taichung’s Education Bureau and an elementary school for failing to enforce gender-equity rules, allowing a coach with a prior indecent-assault conviction onto campus. Venezuela releases another group of political prisoners; 8 officers implicated in Maduro coup case freed.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574395https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574395Wed, 27 May 2026 20:24:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAVenezuela releases 8 political prisoners. Man suspected of drug driving hits pedestrian, leaving victim unconscious; Miaoli prosecutors’ request for preventive detention approved.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574388https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574388Wed, 27 May 2026 20:19:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMan who hit an elderly person while driving under the influence of drugs placed in preventive detention; Miaoli prosecutors emphasize tougher penalties. Barry Lam hosts Jensen Huang; Huang says Taiwan partners now number 150.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574390https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574390Wed, 27 May 2026 20:18:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAJensen Huang dines with Barry Lam and says NVIDIA’s ecosystem in Taiwan has grown to 150 partners. 台北氣象站午後38.3度 刷新5月高溫紀錄https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574389https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574389Wed, 27 May 2026 20:18:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台北気象ステーションが5月最高気温38.3度を記録。都市熱島現象と夜間の高温が課題。 New Taipei cracks down on drug-impaired driving: 130 cases uncovered and 68 suspects arrested in 3 days.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574391https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574391Wed, 27 May 2026 20:16:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANew Taipei police carry out a drug-driving crackdown, uncovering 130 cases and arresting 68 suspects in 3 days. Cabinet: New population strategy commits NT$380 billion, funded by regular government budgets, with no borrowing planned for now.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574386https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574386Wed, 27 May 2026 20:16:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’s Executive Yuan commits NT$380 billion to its population strategy, to be funded through regular budgets without borrowing. Hsieh Lei announces Kaohsiung concert for Oct. 17, with a multilingual song list for fans.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574387https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574387Wed, 27 May 2026 20:15:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASinger Hsieh Lei to perform in Kaohsiung in October, aiming to delight fans with songs in multiple languages. Flexible parental leave upgraded to childcare leave of up to 60 days, with no interruption to workers’ seniority.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574384https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574384Wed, 27 May 2026 20:15:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan government expands parental leave, announcing a longer period and a broader eligible age range. Kao Kuo-hui apologizes for rare rebuke of fans, saying he respects those who attend games.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574385https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574385Wed, 27 May 2026 20:13:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNACoach Kuo Hui apologizes for scolding fans and reaffirms his professional conduct. Lee Chuan says he supports nuclear power; Su Chiao-hui says nuclear energy should not be used without nuclear safety.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574383https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574383Wed, 27 May 2026 20:07:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANew Taipei City mayoral candidates Lee Shu-chuan and Su Chiao-hui debate nuclear energy policy and fiscal reform following NVIDIA's energy demand concerns. Fang Chih-yu loses 10 kilograms for a new drama and clarifies that her marriage is fine.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574382https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574382Wed, 27 May 2026 19:59:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAActress Fang Chih-yu reports losing weight and starting a business, denying rumors of marital discord. 全支付 partners with AmpGO to enter the electric-vehicle charging payments market.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574381https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574381Wed, 27 May 2026 19:59:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA全支付 partners with AmpGO and enters the EV charging payments market. Oil tanker collides with a bus on an expressway in Shenzhen, causing a major fire; no casualties reported so far.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574379https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574379Wed, 27 May 2026 19:59:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAOil tanker and bus collide and catch fire on Shenzhen’s Nanping Expressway; no casualties reported. ASEAN Finance / Zhongjie expands across 4 bases; East Java plant may begin production at the end of this year or in early 2027.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574380https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574380Wed, 27 May 2026 19:56:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中傑投資控股 announces capital spending and global production plans, with a focus on bringing its Indonesian plant online. Russian official accuses Ukrainian forces of firing Storm Shadow missiles at Sevastopol in Crimea.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574377https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574377Wed, 27 May 2026 19:54:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAUkrainian forces attack Sevastopol in Crimea with drones and missiles; Russia reports no casualties. 人口對策新戰略 黃國昌：與民眾黨政見相似https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574378https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574378Wed, 27 May 2026 19:53:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNALai Ching-te unveils population strategy; Huang Kuo-chang questions its funding and accuses the government of copying policies. Pingtung wins 4 top awards for Indigenous Affairs Council trail heritage preservation, ranking first nationwide.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574374https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574374Wed, 27 May 2026 19:48:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPingtung County wins 4 awards in the Indigenous Affairs Council’s trail preservation program, ranking first nationwide. Hou You-yi discusses dementia care, saying dementia-friendly communities can ease pressure on families.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574375https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574375Wed, 27 May 2026 19:44:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAHou You-yi promotes dementia-friendly communities, drawing on international experience to ease the burden on families. Taipei Music Non-Stop announces its top 20; semifinals set for the first weekend in June.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574376https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574376Wed, 27 May 2026 19:43:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaipei Music Non-Stop announces its top 20, with semifinals to be held in June. What do people think of the new population strategy? Unmarried women say it could increase willingness to marry and have children, while DINK couples still do not want children.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574370https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574370Wed, 27 May 2026 19:41:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPresident Lai Ching-te announced 18 measures to address the declining birthrate. Residents expressed mixed reactions, with expectations for economic support alongside concerns about workplace conditions, education costs and quality of life. Third-base call sparks controversy; Goto Mitsutaka says it would be better for the umpire to first explain the missed callhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574371https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574371Wed, 27 May 2026 19:40:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA disputed CPBL call at third base prompted Goto Mitsutaka to recommend that the umpire first explain the missed call. I-Kuan Tao followers face restrictions on their personal freedom by the Chinese Communist Party; MAC urges people to avoid travel to Chinahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574372https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574372Wed, 27 May 2026 19:39:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAI-Kuan Tao followers have had their freedom restricted in China; the MAC urges people to avoid traveling there. Central government unveils new population strategy; 五 special municipalities view it positively, while Taichung calls for stable fundinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574373https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574373Wed, 27 May 2026 19:38:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNALocal governments and residents have mixed reactions to the central government's new population strategy. Underground design finalized for Beitou-Shilin Technology Park substation; Taipei City Government and 台電 complete coordinationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574367https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574367Wed, 27 May 2026 19:38:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAUnderground design finalized for the Beitou-Shilin Technology Park substation; city government and 台電 work together to ensure power for Nvidia's headquarters. Vietnam's Can Tho University visits Penghu Marine for academic exchangehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574369https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574369Wed, 27 May 2026 19:37:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAVietnam's Can Tho University visits Penghu Marine to promote international exchanges for children of new immigrants and academic cooperation. Fire at an agricultural greenhouse in Xinying, Tainan; extensive damage, no casualtieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574368https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574368Wed, 27 May 2026 19:37:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA fire broke out at an agricultural greenhouse in Xinying, Tainan. No one was injured, and the cause is under investigation. Man tries to open emergency exit after 蘇南瑞麗航空 flight takes off; restrainedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574362https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574362Wed, 27 May 2026 19:32:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA man tried to open an emergency exit aboard a 蘇南瑞麗航空 flight and was restrained. Marriage and paternity leave increased; substitute-worker allowance set at 800 yuan per dayhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574363https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574363Wed, 27 May 2026 19:31:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe government is expanding marriage, maternity and paternity leave and introducing a subsidy program for companies to cover substitute workers. 7 people trapped in a cave in Laos; international rescue teams rush to Sleepy Beauty Cavehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574364https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574364Wed, 27 May 2026 19:30:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA7 people are trapped in a gold mine cave in Laos. International rescue teams are working in narrow tunnels. Executive Yuan: Growth allowances to be issued under operational guidelines to maintain flexibilityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574365https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574365Wed, 27 May 2026 19:29:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Executive Yuan has decided to provide growth allowances for children aged 0-18 as part of its response to the declining birthrate. The plan is to administer the payments flexibly as government benefits. Chi Yu-jen defeats a seeded player in straight games to win his opening match in the Singapore Open men's singleshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574366https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574366Wed, 27 May 2026 19:27:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChi Yu-jen wins his opening match at the Singapore Open and advances to the next round. A production costing over NT$100 million will invite the world to a Taiwanese banquet; Haozi says he was moved to take part and do something for Taiwanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574359https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574359Wed, 27 May 2026 19:26:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA live-action program, “請世界吃桌,” showcasing Taiwan's banquet culture to the world, is set to air. Production costs total NT$100 million. Cross-sea Penghu Marathon set for November; aid stations to serve giant lobsterhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574358https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574358Wed, 27 May 2026 19:24:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA marathon will be held in Penghu in November, with lavish local seafood offered at aid stations. Taichung's Dakeng Trail No. 9-1 closed for repairs; trespassers face fines of up to 6000 yuanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574360https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574360Wed, 27 May 2026 19:23:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADakeng Trail No. 9-1 in Taichung's Beitun District is closed for repairs. Authorities warn that trespassers face fines of up to 6000 yuan. New livestream of black kite nestlings launches in Pingtung; Kenting also features black-naped monarch eggs hatchinghttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574361https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574361Wed, 27 May 2026 19:22:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPingtung University of Science and Technology and others have launched livestreams of raptor and black-naped monarch nestlings. Mega Financial: Take a cautious view of opening up to mergers and acquisitions; first review 3 principleshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574357https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574357Wed, 27 May 2026 19:20:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMega Financial outlines 3 principles for M&A and reports higher first-quarter profits. 台企銀 launches TISA services. Shares hit limit-down after MSCI index removal; 遠東新 says fundamentals remain soundhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574356https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574356Wed, 27 May 2026 19:20:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAShares of 遠東新 hit limit-down after its removal from MSCI indexes. The company says its performance remains strong. Taichung food businesses get creative with rice dumpling gift boxes ahead of the Dragon Boat Festivalhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574355https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574355Wed, 27 May 2026 19:17:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaichung's food and hotel industries are rolling out rice dumpling gift boxes for the Dragon Boat Festival. Groundbreaking held for final stretch of Miao 62-1 Road to connect Indigenous villages in the north and southhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574352https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574352Wed, 27 May 2026 19:12:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAGround was broken for the connecting section of Miao 62-1 Road in Tai'an Township, Miaoli County, to improve transportation for Indigenous communities. Army 206th Brigade personnel suspected of corruption over inflated project costs; prosecutors seek detention of 2 peoplehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574354https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574354Wed, 27 May 2026 19:10:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAArmy 206th Brigade personnel are suspected of corruption involving public works projects, and prosecutors have sought their detention. Scaffolding suddenly collapses as man dismantles it in Ruifang; suffers fracture after falling 3 metershttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574351https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574351Wed, 27 May 2026 19:10:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA scaffolding collapse in Ruifang District, New Taipei City, injured a worker who was taken to hospital. Quad considers building a port in Fiji; Suva port relocation plan worth over US$1 billion draws attentionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574353https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574353Wed, 27 May 2026 19:09:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAQuad has pledged support for port construction in Fiji, drawing attention to the geopolitical implications. Submissions open for the Golden Shorts Awards; past best actress winner Xiao Xun urges creators to applyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574350https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574350Wed, 27 May 2026 19:02:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAEntries open for the 2026 Taipei International Golden Shorts Awards, with a past winner encouraging creators to take part. Hualien County Government backs making nurse-to-patient ratios mandatory and says it will continue improving working conditions for nurseshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574349https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574349Wed, 27 May 2026 19:02:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAHualien County Government supports making nurse-to-patient ratios mandatory and is working to improve conditions for nursing staff. Hualien Veterans General Hospital Fenglin Branch's Yiyuan residential long-term care facility supports aging in placehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574345https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574345Wed, 27 May 2026 18:59:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Taiwan black bear trapped in a snare in Taitung's low hills; 19 people join rescue ahead of its release into the wildhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574346https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574346Wed, 27 May 2026 18:56:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA Taiwan black bear was rescued in Taitung, with public agencies and private groups working together to protect it. Taiwan High Speed Rail approaches 20 years; Shih Che stays at the helm as equipment replacement poses a “change clothes, alter clothes” challengehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574347https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574347Wed, 27 May 2026 18:55:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan High Speed Rail chairman reappointed as the company faces equipment renewal challenges and plans to increase service ahead of its 20th anniversary. Drones repeatedly enter the Baltic Sea region; von der Leyen visits Lithuania and calls for a stronger responsehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574348https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574348Wed, 27 May 2026 18:52:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAEuropean Commission President Ursula von der Leyen visits the Baltic states as the EU steps up defense support against the Russian threat. Shen Boyang criticizes delays in building a substation; Taipei City Government says it is in close talks with 台電https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574343https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574343Wed, 27 May 2026 18:52:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANvidia's move to Beitou-Shilin Technology Park sparks political dispute over the planned Wenlin substation. Scam gang's internal feud leads to abduction and torture; ringleader sentenced to 36 years and 6 months by Changhua District Courthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574344https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574344Wed, 27 May 2026 18:50:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA scam gang's internal feud led to a torture case; ringleader Lu Chin-lin was sentenced to 36 years and 6 months. Tech stocks lead mixed Asian markets as investors watch progress in US-Iran talkshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574339https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574339Wed, 27 May 2026 18:49:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAI stocks lead Asian markets, while geopolitical concerns weigh on investors. Yunlin man stopped for traffic violation found driving under the influence of drugs; prosecutors' detention request approvedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574340https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574340Wed, 27 May 2026 18:46:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA man in Yunlin County was detained in a case involving driving under the influence of drugs. Intense US-China rivalry; foreign media report China restricting private-sector AI talent from leaving the countryhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574338https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574338Wed, 27 May 2026 18:46:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChina is tightening restrictions on AI talent leaving the country. Development of Shalun Science Park threatens grass owl habitat; environmental groups call for a new sitehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574341https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574341Wed, 27 May 2026 18:43:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA南科沙崙園區開發案衝擊草鴞棲地，環團籲重新選址，進入二階環評。 Hsinchu County launches “Smart Guardian Eye” to upgrade urban governance with AIhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574342https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574342Wed, 27 May 2026 18:41:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAHsinchu County has launched its AI-powered Smart Guardian Eye program to upgrade urban governance. Dolphin found dead after stranding at Qingluo Wetland in Penghu; cause of death awaits autopsyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574336https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574336Wed, 27 May 2026 18:41:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA3 dead tropical spotted dolphins were found at Qingluo Wetland in Penghu, and an autopsy investigation is underway. 4月台股量價齊揚 全體證券商單月大賺366億元https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574337https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574337Wed, 27 May 2026 18:38:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan's securities industry posted strong results in April. Hualien agricultural research station's new Peros melon variety boosts fruit yield by 6% to 10%https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574331https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574331Wed, 27 May 2026 18:37:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAHualien Agricultural Research and Extension Station has introduced a new melon variety, “佩洛斯,” to increase open-field yields in Yilan. ASE launches automated panel-level packaging production line, aims for mass production in first half of next yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574333https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574333Wed, 27 May 2026 18:35:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAASE launches an automated panel-level packaging production line, aiming for mass production in the first half of 2027. Matsu Jieshou Junior High and Elementary School's affiliated kindergarten becomes little angels, delivering vegetables to 大同之家https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574335https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574335Wed, 27 May 2026 18:34:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAJieshou Junior High and Elementary School children deliver vegetables they grew to 大同之家, putting community care into practice. Iranian Revolutionary Guard official: Renewed war with the United States is unlikelyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574334https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574334Wed, 27 May 2026 18:34:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIranian Revolutionary Guard says Iran-U.S. war is unlikely but stresses military preparedness. Reconstruction of Shoucheng Bridge in Puli, Nantou, completed with upgraded structural safetyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574290https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574290Wed, 27 May 2026 18:32:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAReconstruction of Shoucheng Bridge in Puli, Nantou, is complete and it has reopened, with upgraded structural safety and Indigenous cultural elements. 紅火蟻入侵金門生態浮島 半年投藥見效水獺重登島https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574311https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574311Wed, 27 May 2026 18:31:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA金門生態浮島遭紅火蟻入侵，經半年防治後水獺重返，並導入無人機投藥提升防治效果。 國光客運系統故障影響網路訂票 拚6月底前修復https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574305https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574305Wed, 27 May 2026 18:31:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA國光客運因機房搬遷導致系統故障，網路訂票暫停，預計6月底修復。 Thai boy band BUS discovered Taiwan through “Meteor Garden” and wants to visit Taipei 101https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574293https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574293Wed, 27 May 2026 18:31:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThai boy band BUS arrives in Taiwan to perform, showing its love for Taiwanese culture and bubble tea. Land provided by city for National Film Center Phase 2 remains unused; Hou Yu-ih says he is disappointedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574316https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574316Wed, 27 May 2026 18:30:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe New Taipei City Government provided land for the central government to build National Film Center Phase 2, but work has yet to begin. Hou Yu-ih expressed disappointment and urged the central government to proceed as soon as possible. Taiwan stocks remain strong; Taiwan dollar rises for 6th straight session to 31.42, a more than half-month highhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574329https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574329Wed, 27 May 2026 18:28:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan stocks hit a record high, and the Taiwan dollar rose for 6 consecutive sessions. Drug saliva tests boost enforcement; Criminal Investigation Bureau: Drug-driving cases referred for prosecution rose nearly 3 times from January to Aprilhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574327https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574327Wed, 27 May 2026 18:28:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPolice are using saliva tests to improve efforts to detect drug-impaired driving. Prostate cancer patients fear incontinence after surgery; precision radiation therapy at Tri-Service General Hospital helps stabilize conditionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574328https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574328Wed, 27 May 2026 18:27:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATri-Service General Hospital has treated prostate cancer with precision radiation therapy, with significant results. Pacific high pressure brings continued heat on the 28th; afternoon thunderstorms to spreadhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574332https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574332Wed, 27 May 2026 18:26:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPacific high pressure continues to bring hot weather, while a front and Typhoon Co-May are being monitored. Government plans incentives for businesses and substitute-worker subsidies to help parents reduce working hourshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574330https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574330Wed, 27 May 2026 18:26:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe government is promoting a subsidy program to help parents reduce working hours and encourage businesses to support family-friendly policies. Taiwan stock market ranks 5th globally by market value; Morgan Stanley estimates AI semiconductor market will grow 60% by 2027https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574284https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574284Wed, 27 May 2026 18:25:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan's stock market ranks 5th globally by market value, and 摩根士丹利 is optimistic that the AI semiconductor market will grow 60% by 2027. Award-winning “Taiwan Travelogue” draws attention; Asian media coverage highlights Taiwan's unique circumstanceshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574283https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574283Wed, 27 May 2026 18:25:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA“Taiwan Travelogue” won the International Booker Prize, prompting discussion in Asian media about Taiwan's literature and historical circumstances. AI淨零／華碩小金雞台智雲5/29登興櫃 布局主權AI生態系https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574282https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574282Wed, 27 May 2026 18:18:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA華碩子公司台智雲將於5月29日登錄興櫃，主攻主權AI市場。 Subsidies of 150,000 also planned for 2nd and 3rd IVF attempts; Health Promotion Administration estimates 5,000 beneficiarieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574281https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574281Wed, 27 May 2026 18:18:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe government is increasing IVF subsidies, bringing support for the 2nd and 3rd cycles in line with the 1st. Bright light captured on South Cross-Island Highway livestream; expert says it was a Chinese rocket boosterhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574280https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p19.html#n574280Wed, 27 May 2026 18:14:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台東県で観測された謎の光が、中国の長征7号ロケットのブースターであると特定された。