AI News 180m Report｜2026-05-31 21:00–24:00 JST｜Page 21 of 22https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.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 KMT accuses Overseas Community Affairs Council of obstructing US visit; DPP says baseless accusation with no evidencehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574180https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574180Wed, 27 May 2026 15:02:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Kuomintang and Democratic Progressive Party are at odds over allegations that a US visit by Cheng Li-wun was obstructed. New high-speed rail trains to enter service; timetable overhaul could come as early as January 2027https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574176https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574176Wed, 27 May 2026 14:58:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台灣高鐵 will overhaul its timetable in January 2027 as the new N700ST trains enter service. Former US President Biden sues Justice Department to block release of recordings of private conversationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574175https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574175Wed, 27 May 2026 14:58:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNABiden is suing the Justice Department to prevent the release of recordings of private conversations. Heat surges in Western Europe and India; hot, dry conditions in Malaysia could increase haze riskhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574177https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574177Wed, 27 May 2026 14:56:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe southwest monsoon is bringing hot, dry weather to Malaysia, and the meteorological department has warned of an increased risk of haze. Are drone flight-control chips made in China? Thunder Tiger: Produced by STMicroelectronicshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574179https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574179Wed, 27 May 2026 14:54:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA雷虎科技がドローンチップの原産地に関する疑惑を否定し、技術的正当性を説明した。 June Taiwan stock index futures rise 934 pointshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574173https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574173Wed, 27 May 2026 14:52:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan stocks surged, with futures also strengthening. June electronics and financial futures both risehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574172https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574172Wed, 27 May 2026 14:52:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaipei stock market electronic and financial futures rose in tandem as markets performed strongly. Tibetan exile government leader sworn in for another term; Dalai Lama attends ceremonyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574174https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574174Wed, 27 May 2026 14:48:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPenpa Tsering was sworn in for another term as leader of the Tibetan exile government. Nantou plans to build an incinerator; residents’ group says county government is avoiding discussion of alternativeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574171https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574171Wed, 27 May 2026 14:46:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPlans for an incinerator in Nantou County have sparked protests by residents of Mingjian Township, with the environmental impact assessment process under scrutiny. Taichung’s Dongshi Rhinoceros Beetle Ecological Park welcomes a hundred beetles, adding a new attractionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574169https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574169Wed, 27 May 2026 14:43:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaichung’s Dongshi Rhinoceros Beetle Ecological Park opened, bringing in a hundred beetles to promote ecology and Hakka culture. Taiwan stocks rise 731.43 pointshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574168https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574168Wed, 27 May 2026 14:43:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan stocks surged 731.43 points, with turnover exceeding 1.5 trillion yuan. Presidential Office official: Comprehensive child-rearing policy catches up with Asian neighbors, with nearly 1% of GDP investedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574170https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574170Wed, 27 May 2026 14:39:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNALai Ching-te announced a new population strategy, with nearly 1% of GDP to be invested in addressing the low birth rate. Deforestation in Brazil’s Amazon rainforest falls to its lowest level since 2019https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574166https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574166Wed, 27 May 2026 14:37:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADeforestation in Brazil’s Amazon rainforest has fallen significantly to its lowest level since 2019. K-SPARK concert to take place in Kaohsiung on 5/30; city government announces traffic controlshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574167https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574167Wed, 27 May 2026 14:36:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAKaohsiung’s transportation bureau will implement traffic controls and crowd-management measures for the K-SPARK concert. To counter high oil prices, adjust capacity; 華航: Strengthening Japan, South Korea, New Zealand and Australia routeshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574162https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574162Wed, 27 May 2026 14:33:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAt its shareholders’ meeting, 華航 announced it would flexibly adjust routes in response to high oil prices and continue expanding its passenger and cargo operations. PLG’s Gu Mao-weijia wins Most Improved Player; Yeh Wei-chieh unanimously named Rookie of the Yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574163https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574163Wed, 27 May 2026 14:32:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPLG announced the winners of its annual individual awards. Finance minister: Tax exemption for children aged 0 to 18 to increase by 50%; government aims to implement it next yearhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574164https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574164Wed, 27 May 2026 14:30:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe government is advancing a new tax-relief policy for families, increasing the tax exemption for dependent children. Feng Hsin’s Lin Da-jun: Shift to high-value products; bar and rod products forecast to post double-digit year-on-year growth in Q3https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574165https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574165Wed, 27 May 2026 14:26:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA豐興鋼鐵 is adjusting its product mix and targeting high-value products to boost profits. Following 台積電 and 三星電子, SK海力士 joins the $1 trillion clubhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574160https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574160Wed, 27 May 2026 14:25:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASK海力士’s market value topped $1 trillion, reflecting the AI boom’s powerful boost to the memory industry. Yen Chen Li-lian: 裕隆 is actively transforming to respond to global trade and geopolitical shiftshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574161https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574161Wed, 27 May 2026 14:24:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA裕隆 Group’s shareholders’ meeting highlighted transformation and asset revitalization, and expressed optimism about growth in its energy business and shopping mall revenue. Taiwan’s sports recovery techniques competition to be held in August, boosting sports science and protective carehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574159https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574159Wed, 27 May 2026 14:23:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan is holding its first sports recovery techniques competition to promote professional standards in sports science and protective care. Alexander scores 32 to help beat 馬刺; Thunder earn their 3rd win in NBA Western Conference finals to reach match pointhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574158https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574158Wed, 27 May 2026 14:16:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Thunder beat 馬刺 to take a match-point advantage in the NBA Western Conference finals. Miaoli police suspected of falsifying reports on fugitive migrant workers to claim bonuses; 2 face detention requestshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574155https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574155Wed, 27 May 2026 14:12:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAOfficers with the Miaoli County Police Bureau are suspected of fraudulently claiming bonuses for apprehending fugitive migrant workers; prosecutors are investigating and have requested their detention. 台肥 expands into semiconductor waste sulfuric acid recycling; shipments of low-carbon blue ammonia expected to growhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574153https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574153Wed, 27 May 2026 14:12:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台肥 is moving into semiconductor waste sulfuric acid recycling and blue ammonia businesses while accelerating development of the Hsinchu technology business park. Chiayi fishery-solar co-location permit revocation case: Fish farmers and landowners jointly sue county governmenthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574154https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574154Wed, 27 May 2026 14:11:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台泥嘉謙綠能漁電共生案場遭撤照，台泥與養殖戶聯名提告縣府。 Singapore foreign minister makes rare visits to North and South Korea, putting Korean Peninsula situation back in focushttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574156https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574156Wed, 27 May 2026 14:09:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASingapore Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan visited North Korea and met Choe Son Hui, then is set to visit South Korea, drawing international attention to the Korean Peninsula situation. Fubon Multimedia considered acquiring food delivery platform; Tsai Ming-chung: Seeking growth drivers in quick commercehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574157https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574157Wed, 27 May 2026 14:08:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFubon Multimedia Chairman Tsai Ming-chung said the company had considered acquiring a food delivery platform to develop quick commerce and sees strong growth potential in Taiwan’s e-commerce market. More than 2 years after the 0403 earthquake, demolition begins on 6 buildings at Hualien’s Fuyi Jinghuahttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574151https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574151Wed, 27 May 2026 14:05:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADemolition has officially begun at Fuyi Jinghua, a Hualien community damaged by the earthquake. The central government is providing 125 million yuan in subsidies; demolition is expected to take half a year, followed by plans to rebuild on the site. Taipei’s Jinhua Special Five social housing project breaks ground; 437 units planned for completion in 2031https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574149https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574149Wed, 27 May 2026 14:02:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAConstruction has begun on social housing on Jinhua Street in Taipei, with 437 units planned for completion in 2031 and historic buildings to be preserved. KMT legislator says ‘great goodwill shown’; Central Election Commission media budget cut by just 780,000 yuanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574152https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574152Wed, 27 May 2026 13:58:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAKMT Legislator Wang Hung-wei and Central Election Commission Chairperson You Ying-lung reached an agreement on cuts to media spending, reducing the proposed cut from 7.8 million yuan to 780,000 yuan. South Korea brands child development account program; ‘Hope Seed Savings Account’ has been running for nearly 20 yearshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574150https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574150Wed, 27 May 2026 13:58:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASouth Korea’s ‘Hope Seed Savings Account’ program, running for nearly 20 years, helps disadvantaged children build assets through government matching subsidies and is undergoing a brand revamp. Government unveils new population strategy; 18 family support measures at a glancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574148https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574148Wed, 27 May 2026 13:57:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNALai Ching-te’s government released the ‘Taiwan Population Strategy,’ including 18 family support measures that expand assistance for everything from childbirth and child-rearing to education. Drug-impaired driving cases continue; Huang Wei-che says lawmakers who cut the budget should face public condemnationhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574143https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574143Wed, 27 May 2026 13:53:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMeasures against drug-impaired driving and political divisions in Tainan. Reuters: Samsung plans to invest more than 40 billion yuan in Vietnam to build chip-testing planthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574144https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574144Wed, 27 May 2026 13:51:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASamsung Electronics’ plan to invest in a semiconductor testing plant in Vietnam. Chen Tai-ming: Nuclear power is a solution for electricity supply; Yageo targets AI liquid-cooling sensorshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574145https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574145Wed, 27 May 2026 13:46:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAYageo’s AI strategy and proposals on energy policy. Shangri-La Dialogue set to open, focusing on Asia-Pacific security landscape amid Middle East conflicthttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574147https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574147Wed, 27 May 2026 13:45:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAnalysis of the Middle East situation and US Indo-Pacific strategy at the Shangri-La Dialogue. High-temperature alerts issued in 17 counties and cities; New Taipei’s Shuangxi reaches 38.6 degrees at noonhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574146https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574146Wed, 27 May 2026 13:45:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNARecord-breaking heat across Taiwan and warnings issued by the weather agency. Zombie vape-related drug-impaired driving cases surge; Shih Chung-liang says testing tools will be reviewedhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574142https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574142Wed, 27 May 2026 13:45:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Ministry of Health and Welfare is considering revising testing standards to tackle drug-impaired driving involving etomidate. 34 people seek medical care over suspected food poisoning at a Kinmen bento shop; county orders it to closehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574141https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574141Wed, 27 May 2026 13:41:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFood poisoning reported at a bento shop in Kinmen County; 34 people seek medical care and the shop is ordered to close. Ministry of Digital Affairs tests 4 Chinese-made apps; 高德地圖 has the most risk itemshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574138https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574138Wed, 27 May 2026 13:37:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Ministry of Digital Affairs examines 4 Chinese-made apps and finds serious privacy risks in 高德地圖. Trump cancels Cabinet meeting at Camp David due to severe weatherhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574140https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574140Wed, 27 May 2026 13:34:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPresident Trump moves a Cabinet meeting scheduled for Camp David to the White House because of bad weather. 民進黨選對會建議縣黨部 徵召林月琴參選苗栗市長https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574139https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574139Wed, 27 May 2026 13:34:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe DPP election committee tells the local party chapter to recommend Lin Yueqin for the Miaoli mayoral race. Chung Yuan team uses gaming experiences to transform the Aviation City Museum into a Monopoly-style attractionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574134https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574134Wed, 27 May 2026 13:34:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChung Yuan University students used gamification to improve experiences at local museums and disaster-prevention facilities. 88th day of the Middle East war: Iran accuses US of violating ceasefire agreement; latest developmentshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574135https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574135Wed, 27 May 2026 13:33:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAOil prices fluctuate sharply as the Middle East conflict intensifies and tensions between Iran and the United States rise. 可成 maintains high dividend payouts and secures initial orders for AI applicationshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574136https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574136Wed, 27 May 2026 13:30:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA可成 announces entry into the AI market and diversification into medical, semiconductor and aerospace fields. 台南7旬婦駕車撞進超商 2人受傷送醫https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574137https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574137Wed, 27 May 2026 13:28:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA car driven by an elderly woman crashed into a convenience store in Tainan’s North District, injuring 2 people. Lin Wei-en gives up 2 runs and takes a heartbreaking loss; Yang Nianxi posts career-high 4 innings in rookie leaguehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574132https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574132Wed, 27 May 2026 13:24:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA林維恩（アスレチックス2A）は6回2失点で敗戦、陽念希（ジャイアンツ新人）は4回無失点で勝利に貢献。 New population strategy estimated to cost 205 billion annually; Executive Yuan establishes implementation task forcehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574131https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574131Wed, 27 May 2026 13:24:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA行政院推出人口對策新戰略，每年投入2050億元預算，涵蓋18項家庭支持措施。 3 themed food maps for Taichung go online, inviting the public to explore local flavorshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574133https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574133Wed, 27 May 2026 13:23:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaichung City is digitizing its food maps to boost the local economy. 正德海運 completes board re-election; Tsai Bang-chuan remains chairmanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574129https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574129Wed, 27 May 2026 13:23:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA正德海運 completes board re-election, with Tsai Bang-chuan staying on as chairman; the company will pursue a new shipbuilding plan to boost profits. President: Full rollout of growth allowance for ages 0 to 18, with each person receiving 5,000 yuan per monthhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574130https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574130Wed, 27 May 2026 13:22:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe government is introducing a growth allowance for ages 0-18, providing 5,000 yuan monthly to help families raise children and save for young people. 3 people, including Chang Ju-shan, lose appeal in 愛爾麗 hidden-camera case; detention and no visitation upheldhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574128https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574128Wed, 27 May 2026 13:14:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNADetention without visitation is upheld for 3 people, including the president, in the 愛爾麗診所 hidden-camera case. Governance dispute at BP prompts immediate removal of chairmanhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574125https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574125Wed, 27 May 2026 13:13:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNABP Chairman Manny Ford was immediately removed amid a governance dispute. President: State and society will share the burden of raising children as Taiwan moves toward greater public provisionhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574124https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574124Wed, 27 May 2026 13:13:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPresident Lai Ching-te announced a new population strategy with 18 measures to promote a family-support system. Drug packaging site found on backfilled land in Meinong Grand Canyon case; Qiaotou prosecutors indict 2 peoplehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574127https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574127Wed, 27 May 2026 13:12:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Kaohsiung Qiaotou District Prosecutors Office uncovered a drug packaging site in a Meinong container house and indicted a couple surnamed Lin and Liu. Named a five-star county magistrate by Global Views for 3 consecutive years, Rao Ching-ling says county policies must resonate with residentshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574126https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574126Wed, 27 May 2026 13:12:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaitung County Magistrate Rao Ching-ling earns five-star county magistrate recognition from 遠見雜誌, ranking 3rd nationwide in approval ratings. Chen Tai-ming: AI industry is still in the top of the 2nd inning; Yageo will be very busy in the second halfhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574121https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574121Wed, 27 May 2026 13:07:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAYageo Chairman Pierre Chen says the AI industry is in the 'top of the 2nd inning,' with Yageo's high-end products driving growth. Kouame advances to second round of French Open men's singles, becoming the youngest Grand Slam main-draw winner in 17 yearshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574122https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574122Wed, 27 May 2026 13:06:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA17-year-old Moise Kouame wins his first-round match at the French Open, becoming the youngest Grand Slam winner in 17 years. New Taiwan dollar rises 5.1 cents at midday to temporarily close at 31.4https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574123https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574123Wed, 27 May 2026 13:04:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe New Taiwan dollar rose 5.1 cents against the US dollar at noon, temporarily closing at 31.4. Chiang Wan-an presents Jensen Huang with key to Taipei; Huang quips, “Where’s the door?”https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574117https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574117Wed, 27 May 2026 13:00:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang received a key to Taipei from Mayor Chiang Wan-an during a staff event at the future headquarters site. Can “Taiwan Travelogue” be published in China? Taiwan Affairs Office says it should uphold a strong national stancehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574120https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574120Wed, 27 May 2026 12:59:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwanese novel “Taiwan Travelogue” wins International Booker Prize; China’s Taiwan Affairs Office comments on potential publication. Chinese Coast Guard intrudes into Kinmen twice within 24 hours; Coast Guard Administration shadows vessels and gathers evidencehttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574119https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574119Wed, 27 May 2026 12:59:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChinese Coast Guard vessels intruded into Kinmen waters twice in 24 hours; Taiwan's Coast Guard Administration responded by monitoring them. Taipower awards scholarships to 950 students in Penghuhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574118https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574118Wed, 27 May 2026 12:59:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaipower awards scholarships to 950 students in Penghu, totaling 3.5 million TWD. New population strategy: 5,000-yuan monthly growth allowance and expanded fertility subsidies [video]https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574115https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574115Wed, 27 May 2026 12:57:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANew government policy provides a NT$5,000 monthly growth allowance and expanded fertility subsidies. New population strategy unveiled; student loan interest rates cut by 1 percentage point and repayment extended by 1 year [video]https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574116https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574116Wed, 27 May 2026 12:56:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPresident Lai announced 18 measures to combat low birth rates, including student loan relief. 佛光山惠中寺未來與希望講座 邀32名師接力開講https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574110https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574110Wed, 27 May 2026 12:53:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA佛光山惠中寺舉辦「未來與希望」系列講座，邀請32位名師分享人生智慧。 US energy blockade pushes Cuba to the brink; Havana makes urgent appeal to international communityhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574109https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574109Wed, 27 May 2026 12:53:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNACuba appeals to the United Nations for help, accusing the United States’ energy blockade of causing a humanitarian crisis. Taichung city councilor criticized over questioning city government; Ho Hsin-chun says oversight is a councilor’s dutyhttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574111https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574111Wed, 27 May 2026 12:51:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPolitical clash in Taichung over MRT Blue Line progress and school lunch quality. Taiwan Stock Exchange participates in COMPUTEX for the 2nd time, connecting global capital with innovative companieshttps://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574112https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574112Wed, 27 May 2026 12:50:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATWSE attends COMPUTEX to bridge global capital with Taiwan's AI tech firms. Beijing's Galeries Lafayette department store officially closes after 13 years as China's domestic demand contracts.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574113https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574113Wed, 27 May 2026 12:49:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAGaleries Lafayette closes its 13-year-old Beijing store due to weak domestic demand. Is mainland China no longer arranging visits by Ma Ying-jeou? The Taiwan Affairs Office says the claim is a rumor.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574114https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574114Wed, 27 May 2026 12:45:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChina's TAO denies rumors about banning Ma Ying-jeou from visiting China. 台股屢創高散戶居高思危 5月投資股市信心探逾3年低點https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574107https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574107Wed, 27 May 2026 12:45:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA5月消費者信心指數下降，投資人對股市持謹慎態度。 Trial operation of 4 new bus routes for the Tamsui-Kavalan Bridge begins in 2 phases, with online reservations open.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574108https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574108Wed, 27 May 2026 12:44:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANew Taipei City has launched 4 new bus routes for trial operation ahead of the Tamsui-Kavalan Bridge opening. Taiwan stocks rise nearly 1300 points intraday to another record high; 聯發科 and 聯電 hit the daily limit.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574106https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574106Wed, 27 May 2026 12:41:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan stocks surged nearly 1300 points to a new record high. HIMARS down payment funding secured; Koo Li-hsiung says the Executive Yuan approved it on the 25th.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574104https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574104Wed, 27 May 2026 12:38:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAExecutive Yuan approves emergency funding for HIMARS down payment. Trump's endorsement packs a punch as Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton enters the midterm elections.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574105https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574105Wed, 27 May 2026 12:33:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATrump-backed Ken Paxton defeats incumbent John Cornyn in Texas GOP primary. More than 20 million in subsidies has been provided for immersive Indigenous-language courses; students learn vocabulary through activities.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574102https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574102Wed, 27 May 2026 12:33:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan's Ministry of Education announces the promotion of immersive Indigenous-language courses and subsidies. Named Taiwan's richest person, Chen Tai-ming says, “Just take it in stride,” and focuses on long-term strategy.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574103https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574103Wed, 27 May 2026 12:32:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAYageo Chairman Chen Tai-ming responds to being named Taiwan's richest person. Scholars call for climate governance, saying central and local governments need aligned action.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574098https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574098Wed, 27 May 2026 12:30:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台大風險中心 issued policy recommendations calling on central and local governments to strengthen climate governance coordination, establish a data platform and implement a carbon fee allocation mechanism. Cai Ming-chung aims to restore momo's status as a high-priced stock, urging those seeking to be acquired to sign up.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574099https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574099Wed, 27 May 2026 12:28:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA富邦媒（momo） chairman announces plans to restore the share price and pursue an aggressive M&A strategy. One-stop services at the Kaohsiung-Pingtung-Penghu-East Direct Hiring Center help retain experienced care workers.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574100https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574100Wed, 27 May 2026 12:24:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Ministry of Labor strengthens services to support long-term employment of foreign workers. Discussing the situation in Iran, China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi reiterates Xi's 4-point proposal.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574101https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574101Wed, 27 May 2026 12:23:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAForeign Minister Wang Yi reaffirmed Xi Jinping's “4-point proposal” and emphasized engagement in Middle East peace. EU scholarship selection guidelines announced; applications are open to self-funded students for the first time.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574096https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574096Wed, 27 May 2026 12:23:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Ministry of Education announced the EU scholarship selection, opening applications to self-funded students for the first time and offering 20 places. St. Vincent's ambassador to Taiwan takes office, pledging to continue speaking up for Taiwan internationally.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574097https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574097Wed, 27 May 2026 12:22:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASt. Vincent's new ambassador to Taiwan, Jiang Kangte, took office, reaffirmed ties between Taiwan and St. Vincent, and pledged to support Taiwan internationally. Nvidia needs more electricity, Jensen Huang says; energy growth is crucial to Taiwan's GDP.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574094https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574094Wed, 27 May 2026 12:18:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAHuang Jen-hsun emphasized that AI development requires substantial electricity and that energy growth is crucial to Taiwan's economy. Cheng Li-wun accuses the Overseas Community Affairs Council of obstructing her U.S. visit; the council calls the claim baseless and an open lie.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574092https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574092Wed, 27 May 2026 12:11:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAKMT Chair Cheng Li-wun accused the Overseas Community Affairs Council of obstructing her U.S. visit; the council denied the charge and demanded an apology. Yilan County Fire Department officials investigated over false reimbursement claims for a banquet; a battalion chief released on 100,000 bail.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574093https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574093Wed, 27 May 2026 12:09:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA宜蘭県消防局 officials investigated over fraudulent reimbursement claims for a banquet; they are released on bail. The 115-year special military procurement budget was reviewed in 40 minutes; of the 8.8 billion, only 2 million was cut.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574095https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574095Wed, 27 May 2026 12:08:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Legislative Yuan quickly reviewed and passed the special military procurement budget for year 115, cutting only 2 million yuan. 三星電子 salary agreement passes, averting a union strike.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574090https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574090Wed, 27 May 2026 12:06:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA三星電子 union approves salary agreement, averting a strike; semiconductor division receives a pay raise and a performance bonus system. Retrial in case involving assistance with Terry Gou's signature drive results in a 3-year, 4-month sentence; Chou Tien-lun says he regrets it.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574091https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574091Wed, 27 May 2026 12:04:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPingtung County Council Speaker Chou Tien-lun was sentenced to 3 years and 4 months in a retrial over irregularities in signature collection for Terry Gou's presidential bid. Tainan's Longci Light Festival: Kongshan Festival wins a London Design Award gold prize.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574088https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574088Wed, 27 May 2026 12:00:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATainan City's “2026 Longci Light Festival: Kongshan Festival” won a gold award in the Concept Design category at the London Design Awards. A caged fighting ring is being set up on the White House South Lawn; Trump's costly event draws criticism amid ongoing wars.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574089https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574089Wed, 27 May 2026 11:59:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATrump's plan to hold a UFC fight on the White House South Lawn has sparked controversy over the historic venue and the high budget. FCFC pursues high-value products with a chemical “kitchen,” making its first foray into COMPUTEX.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574084https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574084Wed, 27 May 2026 11:58:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFCFC pivots to high-value chemicals and enters the tech exhibition space. Far Eastern Department Stores: Taipei Dome location to begin operations in the second half; Baoqing store reconstruction expected to finish in 3 years.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574085https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574085Wed, 27 May 2026 11:56:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFar Eastern Department Stores plans full operation of Taipei Dome site and expansion of Baoqing store. Lin Chia-lung: Democracy in Taiwan is not merely a political system, but a way of life and an identity.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574086https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574086Wed, 27 May 2026 11:55:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAForeign Minister Lin Chia-lung speaks at the Forum for Democratic Cooperation in Taipei, highlighting Taiwan's democratic resilience. NBA Coach of the Year: Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla wins the award for the first time.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574087https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574087Wed, 27 May 2026 11:53:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANBA Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla wins Coach of the Year for the first time. Profits at China's industrial firms rose 24.7% year over year in April, the biggest increase in 2 and a half years.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574080https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574080Wed, 27 May 2026 11:52:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA Yin Nai-ching says she resigned as head of the Culture and Communications Committee on the 12th for personal health reasons.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574079https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574079Wed, 27 May 2026 11:52:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAKMT Culture and Communications Committee Chair Yin Nai-ching resigns due to health reasons. UMC: Operations in the second half are expected to outperform the first half; comprehensive price negotiations next year.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574081https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574081Wed, 27 May 2026 11:51:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAUMC expects H2 performance to outperform H1, with selective price hikes and plans for comprehensive price negotiations by 2027. Ukraine's ambassador to Türkiye: Looking forward to the NATO summit and discussions on financial aid for Kyiv.https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574083https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260531-21/index-en-p21.html#n574083Wed, 27 May 2026 11:50:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAUkraine seeks NATO financial support at the upcoming Ankara summit.