# AI News 180m Report｜2026-06-01 00:00–03:00 JST｜Page 32 of 36

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 3041 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 519 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 8 Taiwanese films shortlisted for Munich Children’s Film and TV Festival; AI themes draw attention.

- Published: 2026-05-31T17:47:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202605310135.aspx
- anchor: #n575641
- Companies mentioned: Hakka TV、Fubon Cultural & Educational Foundation

8 Taiwanese films selected for Munich International Children's Film Festival, with AI-themed content drawing international attention.

## Gu Lin Rui-yang starts for an NPB farm team, strikes out 8 over 5.2 innings and tops out at 153 km/h, but gets no decision.

- Published: 2026-05-31T17:46:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605310134.aspx
- anchor: #n575642
- Companies mentioned: 北海道日本火腿鬥士、歐力士猛牛

Gu Lin Rui-yang starts for an NPB farm team, gets no decision after 5.2 innings with 8 strikeouts.

## Wang Wei-chen reveals the origin of his new gesture; Chairman Koo’s forceful message reassured the players.

- Published: 2026-05-31T17:41:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605310133.aspx
- anchor: #n575640
- Companies mentioned: CTBC Brothers、Fubon Guardians

CTBC Brothers captain Wang Wei-chen introduces a new celebration gesture and credits owner Koo Chung-liang for boosting team morale.

## Ukrainian drones strike multiple locations in Russia; energy and industrial facilities targeted.

- Published: 2026-05-31T17:38:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605310132.aspx
- anchor: #n575638

Ukrainian drones attacked energy and industrial facilities across Russia, escalating strikes on infrastructure.

## Man suspected of stabbing near Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall; dispute reportedly started after people crossed paths in an alley.

- Published: 2026-05-31T17:32:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605310131.aspx
- anchor: #n575639

A man was arrested for stabbing a pedestrian in an alley near the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall in Taipei following a dispute.

## After a workplace injury left him unemployed, man became a money mule to support his disabled son; Taichung prosecutors seek a suspended sentence.

- Published: 2026-05-31T17:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605310129.aspx
- anchor: #n575637

A man in Taichung, struggling with disability and family care, was arrested for acting as a money mule for a fraud ring; prosecutors requested a suspended sentence.

## GD sweats profusely during Kaohsiung concert, hints BIGBANG may come to Taiwan.

- Published: 2026-05-31T17:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202605310130.aspx
- anchor: #n575636

GD closes Kaohsiung concert with a performance and previews BIGBANG’s new album and plans to come to Taiwan.

## 日中關係緊張衝擊觀光 業者：赴中旅客驟減9成

- Published: 2026-05-31T17:15:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605310128.aspx
- anchor: #n575635
- Companies mentioned: Kansai International Airport

Deteriorating Japan-China relations have led to an approximately 90% drop in travelers from Japan to China. Reduced flights and safety concerns have had a serious impact on tourism operators.

## Lions shut out 8 times this season; manager watches batting practice and says every team’s defense has improved.

- Published: 2026-05-31T17:06:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605310127.aspx
- anchor: #n575634
- Companies mentioned: 統一7-ELEVEn獅、味全龍

The Uni-Lions have struggled recently, and manager Lin Yue-ping has analyzed and made adjustments in response to the team’s low scoring efficiency and improvements in other teams’ defense.

## US and Japan agree to accelerate missile production in talks on the sidelines of the Shangri-La Dialogue.

- Published: 2026-05-31T17:03:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605310126.aspx
- anchor: #n575630

US and Japan agree to accelerate missile development and production, strengthening regional security cooperation.

## China says UK foreign secretary will visit and attend China-UK strategic dialogue.

- Published: 2026-05-31T17:01:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605310125.aspx
- anchor: #n575631

British Foreign Secretary Cooper visited China for strategic talks, seeking to reset UK-China relations.

## 19-year-old Chang Yu-hao makes first career start in his 2nd game, unfazed before 40,000 fans.

- Published: 2026-05-31T17:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605310124.aspx
- anchor: #n575632
- Companies mentioned: Fubon Guardians

19-year-old Fubon Guardians rookie catcher Chang Yu-hao made his first career start in his second game at the Taipei Dome before 40,000 fans.

## New policy giving clinics weekends off; NHI Administration says measures may be suspended if necessary.

- Published: 2026-05-31T16:58:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605310123.aspx
- anchor: #n575633
- Companies mentioned: 衛生福利部中央健康保險署、醫師公會全聯會

The Ministry of Health and Welfare plans to adjust reasonable outpatient volumes at primary care clinics, raising concerns about overcrowded emergency rooms. The NHI Administration pledged to establish a monitoring system and retain the authority to suspend the measures.

## High tide and rough waves leave 25 stranded in Nanao sea cave; firefighters rescue all after 2 hours.

- Published: 2026-05-31T16:47:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605310122.aspx
- anchor: #n575627

25 tourists were stranded by high tide in a sea cave in Nanao, Yilan County, and rescued by firefighters.

## Wind turbine catches fire at Yunlin Mailiao wind farm; 台電 says a component may have overheated and burned out.

- Published: 2026-05-31T16:46:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605310121.aspx
- anchor: #n575628
- Companies mentioned: 台電

Wind turbine catches fire in Yunlin Mailiao; 台電 suspects a component overheated.

## 20th anniversary of Indonesian mud volcano eruption; survivors say the nightmare is not over.

- Published: 2026-05-31T16:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605310120.aspx
- anchor: #n575629
- Companies mentioned: PT Lapindo Brantas

On the 20th anniversary of the Indonesian mud volcano eruption, survivors say compensation and health problems remain unresolved.

## Chen Chieh-hsien apologizes to his bat, admits pressure led to an emotional outburst and says he reflected afterward.

- Published: 2026-05-31T16:40:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605310118.aspx
- anchor: #n575626
- Companies mentioned: 統一7-ELEVEnライオンズ、味全ドラゴンズ

Uni-Lions player Chen Chieh-hsien apologized for throwing his bat during a game.

## Another mining disaster in China: illegal mine collapses in Yunnan, killing 5 and injuring 1.

- Published: 2026-05-31T16:40:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605310119.aspx
- anchor: #n575625

A collapse at an illegal mining site in Yunnan killed 5 people.

## NHI committee plans to add patient representatives; patient groups push to codify rights.

- Published: 2026-05-31T16:39:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605310117.aspx
- anchor: #n575623
- Companies mentioned: 台湾病友連盟、衛生福利部

台湾病友連盟 marks its 10th anniversary, calling for more patient representatives on the NHI committee and legal codification of patients’ rights.

## Taoyuan’s Xiaowulai Yunei River recreation area opens 6/6, introducing smart monitoring.

- Published: 2026-05-31T16:34:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605310116.aspx
- anchor: #n575624
- Companies mentioned: 桃園市風景区管理処

Taoyuan City’s Yunei River recreation area opens 6/6, introducing smart monitoring.

## Hidden-camera incident raises privacy concerns; Hsinchu City Government urges people to gather evidence and report it promptly.

- Published: 2026-05-31T16:26:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605310115.aspx
- anchor: #n575621

Hsinchu City Government urges people to gather evidence and report recent hidden-camera incidents, and offers protective services.

## Japan and South Korea defense ministers meet in Singapore to discuss a military logistics support agreement.

- Published: 2026-05-31T16:25:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605310114.aspx
- anchor: #n575622

Japan and South Korea’s defense ministers met in Singapore and discussed concluding an ACSA.

## Green iguana reportedly spotted along Yilan riverbank; county sends staff to investigate but finds none.

- Published: 2026-05-31T16:21:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605310113.aspx
- anchor: #n575620

Green iguanas reportedly spotted along Yilan riverbank; county search turns up nothing, and patrols will be stepped up.

## Xu Ruo-xi earns 2nd NPB win; says in hero interview: “Failure is nourishment on the road to success” [Video].

- Published: 2026-05-31T16:18:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605310112.aspx
- anchor: #n575616
- Companies mentioned: 福岡軟銀鷹隊、廣島鯉魚隊

Xu Ruo-xi returned to the NPB first team and pitched 6 scoreless innings, helping the SoftBank Hawks beat 廣島鯉魚隊 3-1 to earn his 2nd career win.

## Kaohsiung’s “Ride with the Wind” draws enthusiastic response; next event to be held 6/13.

- Published: 2026-05-31T16:15:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605310111.aspx
- anchor: #n575617
- Companies mentioned: 高雄市國際自行車觀光促進協會

Kaohsiung Tourism Bureau held the “2026 Kaohsiung Ride with the Wind” cycling event, with the first ride taking place in Renwu and Dashe. The next event will be held at Panhu Park in Sanmin District on June 13.

## “Comedy Club” incident suspected to involve CCP transnational repression; Hong Kongers fear it is becoming more frequent.

- Published: 2026-05-31T16:12:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605310109.aspx
- anchor: #n575619
- Companies mentioned: 卡米地喜劇俱樂部

Comedy Club was splashed with filth, raising concerns about CCP transnational repression and local collaborators.

## 卡米地喜劇俱樂部 was attacked with paint and feces; police are tracing the money and seeking the instigator.

- Published: 2026-05-31T16:12:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605310110.aspx
- anchor: #n575618
- Companies mentioned: 卡米地喜劇俱樂部

Comedy Club was splashed with filth; police arrested 2 suspects and are investigating the mastermind.

## Comedy Club incident draws attention; review of suspected transnational repression cases in recent years.

- Published: 2026-05-31T16:11:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605310108.aspx
- anchor: #n575614
- Companies mentioned: 卡米地喜劇俱樂部、保護傘餐廳

Filth was thrown at 卡米地喜劇俱樂部, drawing attention to transnational repression and prompting renewed scrutiny of past attacks on Hong Kongers in Taiwan.

## Kaohsiung Youth Startup Challenge: Top 20 to compete for a million-dollar prize on June 15

- Published: 2026-05-31T16:08:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605310107.aspx
- anchor: #n575615
- Companies mentioned: 高雄市青年局、日月光環保永續基金會

The 2026 “Sustainable Kaohsiung: Youth Startup Challenge” has named its top 20 finalists, who will compete for NT$2.23 million in total prizes on June 15.

## Philippine defense chief seeks exchanges with Taiwan; scholar says enhancing mutual security is key to regional stability

- Published: 2026-05-31T16:01:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605310106.aspx
- anchor: #n575613
- Companies mentioned: 遠景基金會

The Shangri-La Dialogue is being held in Singapore. The Philippine defense chief is seeking closer ties with Taiwan, while scholars say Taiwan-Philippines cooperation can help promote regional stability.

## World Cup friendly warm-up: Host Mexico narrowly beats Australia

- Published: 2026-05-31T15:55:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605310105.aspx
- anchor: #n575609

Mexico beat Australia 1-0 in a World Cup friendly.

## Heavy rain advisory for Kaohsiung and Pingtung; rain expected to continue into the evening

- Published: 2026-05-31T15:53:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605310104.aspx
- anchor: #n575610

The Central Weather Administration issued a heavy rain advisory for Kaohsiung and Pingtung, and a high-temperature alert for Tainan.

## Green sea turtle released by China for ecological research rescued after becoming trapped in a Changhua oyster farm

- Published: 2026-05-31T15:49:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605310103.aspx
- anchor: #n575611
- Companies mentioned: 中華鯨豚協會、中國科學院深海科學與工程研究所

A green sea turtle fitted with a transmitter for Chinese research became stranded in an oyster farm in Fuxing Township, Changhua County. 中華鯨豚協會 took it in for care.

## Taichung man living alone suspected of being crushed by refrigerator; police initially rule out foul play

- Published: 2026-05-31T15:48:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605310102.aspx
- anchor: #n575612

A 61-year-old man who lived alone was found dead beneath a refrigerator in Fengyuan District, Taichung. Police initially ruled out foul play.

## China and Japan draw attention at Shangri-La Dialogue, trading barbs from afar

- Published: 2026-05-31T15:46:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605310101.aspx
- anchor: #n575607
- Companies mentioned: NHK、FNN

Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi traded barbs with a Chinese representative at the Shangri-La Dialogue over accusations of militarism and military transparency.

## Japanese boy, 11, strangled by father, 66; father suspected of attempting suicide with his son amid financial hardship

- Published: 2026-05-31T15:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605310100.aspx
- anchor: #n575608

A man in Narita, Chiba Prefecture, Japan, strangled his 11-year-old son and then unsuccessfully attempted suicide.

## Trump says Iran agrees not to develop nuclear weapons; new proposal sent back to Tehran for review

- Published: 2026-05-31T15:43:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605310099.aspx
- anchor: #n575605
- Companies mentioned: Fox News

Trump said Iran had agreed not to develop nuclear weapons and submitted a new peace proposal, but the sides remain divided on key issues.

## Sri Lanka announces fuel price hikes to meet IMF loan conditions and stabilize public finances

- Published: 2026-05-31T15:41:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605310098.aspx
- anchor: #n575606
- Companies mentioned: 錫蘭石油公司

Sri Lanka announced fuel price increases to meet IMF bailout conditions and plans to end subsidies by September.

## Introduced by an acquaintance, 2 Vietnamese overstayers worked as scam drivers, roaming Taichung before being arrested

- Published: 2026-05-31T15:38:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605310097.aspx
- anchor: #n575603

Taichung police busted a scam-driver operation and arrested 2 migrant workers who had overstayed their visas.

## New regulations for Taoyuan construction sites take effect in June, introducing smart monitoring to improve pedestrian safety

- Published: 2026-05-31T15:34:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605310096.aspx
- anchor: #n575604

Taoyuan City is introducing new rules for smart monitoring at construction sites and pedestrian safety to improve construction management.

## Keelung man suspected of stabbing mother to death before falling from building; both die as prosecutors investigate cause of death

- Published: 2026-05-31T15:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605310095.aspx
- anchor: #n575601

A case in Keelung in which a son killed his mother in a domestic dispute and then died by suicide.

## Melbourne Taiwan Cultural Arts Festival showcases the soft power of multiculturalism

- Published: 2026-05-31T15:28:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605310094.aspx
- anchor: #n575602
- Companies mentioned: 國立台灣戲曲學院、RMIT

The Taiwan Cultural Arts Festival was held in Melbourne, drawing 5000 participants and promoting cultural exchange and friendship.

## Xu Ruoxi pitches 6 scoreless innings and reaches 157 as Dragon teammates watch and cheer

- Published: 2026-05-31T15:20:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605310093.aspx
- anchor: #n575600
- Companies mentioned: 福岡ソフトバンクホークス、味全龍

Pitcher Xu Ruoxi pitched 6 scoreless innings, reaching a top speed of 157 km/h in an impressive return.

## Norway’s revocation of missile export approval sparks dispute; Malaysia criticizes major powers’ lukewarm response

- Published: 2026-05-31T15:07:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605310092.aspx
- anchor: #n575599
- Companies mentioned: Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace

Malaysia criticized Norway’s cancellation of an export permit and called out the international community’s silence.

## Lee Szu-chuan accused of pushing into rival’s stronghold; Su Chiao-hui says every district needs to make further progress

- Published: 2026-05-31T15:07:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605310091.aspx
- anchor: #n575596

New Taipei mayoral candidates clash over campaign strategies and policy funding.

## Formosa Petrochemical freezes gasoline and diesel prices from June 1; 95+ unleaded gasoline at NT$33.9

- Published: 2026-05-31T15:05:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605310090.aspx
- anchor: #n575597
- Companies mentioned: CPC Corporation Taiwan、Formosa Petrochemical Corporation

Formosa Petrochemical and CPC freeze fuel prices from June 1.

## Bat-and-club brawl in Taipei’s Wenshan District; police deploy overwhelming force and send 3 suspects to prosecutors

- Published: 2026-05-31T15:04:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605310089.aspx
- anchor: #n575598

A group brawl reportedly fueled by alcohol broke out in Taipei’s Wenshan District.

## Typhoon Jangmi affects flights to Okinawa; China Airlines and EVA Air alter June 1 services

- Published: 2026-05-31T15:02:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605310088.aspx
- anchor: #n575595
- Companies mentioned: China Airlines、EVA Air、Tigerair Taiwan

Typhoon Kong-rey causes flight cancellations between Taiwan and Okinawa.

## Li Yuan: Government should protect cultural diversity; nurturing a forest is not about growing a single large tree

- Published: 2026-05-31T14:58:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605310086.aspx
- anchor: #n575594

Culture Minister Li Yuan advocates for a “Cultural Forest” ecosystem approach.

## Assets under management for wealthy clients at domestic banks surge to NT$2.5 trillion in April, up NT$152.4 billion in a month

- Published: 2026-05-31T14:58:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605310087.aspx
- anchor: #n575593
- Companies mentioned: 永豐金證券、國泰證券、兆豐證券、國泰人壽、富邦人壽、南山人壽、凱基人壽、台灣人壽、新光人壽

Taiwan's high-net-worth AUM hits 2.55 trillion NTD in April.

## On sharing rent-subsidy costs, Shen Po-yang says Taipei definitely has the resources

- Published: 2026-05-31T14:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605310085.aspx
- anchor: #n575592

Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Po-yang said the city has sufficient resources to cover its share of rent subsidies and explained the purpose of his “Parent-Child Companion Card” policy.

## Israeli forces expand ground operations in southern Lebanon, trade accusations with Hezbollah over ceasefire violations

- Published: 2026-05-31T14:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605310084.aspx
- anchor: #n575590

The Israeli military has expanded its ground operation in southern Lebanon, reigniting tensions with Hezbollah.

## Chiayi City reports 1 heat-related emergency response; health bureau urges people with chronic conditions to stay alert

- Published: 2026-05-31T14:43:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605310083.aspx
- anchor: #n575591

Chiayi City’s Health Bureau issued a heat-related illness warning amid recent high temperatures, urging people with high blood pressure, high blood sugar or high cholesterol, and the public to take precautions.

## Chiu Yi-jen: President Lai supports maintaining the cross-strait status quo and continuing Tsai Ing-wen’s approach

- Published: 2026-05-31T14:42:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605310082.aspx
- anchor: #n575589

Chiu Yi-jen discussed President Lai Ching-te’s China policy and the importance of strengthening societal resilience.

## World Parrot Day pop-up talks: Taipei Zoo urges people not to abandon their pets

- Published: 2026-05-31T14:39:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605310081.aspx
- anchor: #n575587
- Companies mentioned: 台北市立動物園

台北市立動物園 held an exhibition of rescued parrots and an awareness event to mark World Parrot Day.

## 悍將對兄弟大巨蛋3連戰10萬6510人次 改寫中職票房紀錄

- Published: 2026-05-31T14:34:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605310080.aspx
- anchor: #n575588
- Companies mentioned: 富邦悍將、中信兄弟

The Fubon Guardians’ 3-game series at Taipei Dome set a CPBL attendance record.

## Philippine 2028 presidential election poll released; Duterte’s daughter still leads

- Published: 2026-05-31T14:29:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605310079.aspx
- anchor: #n575586
- Companies mentioned: Stratbase、Pulse Asia

Sara Duterte remains in first place in a poll for the 2028 Philippine presidential election.

## Kaohsiung police publish names and photos of 13 repeat drug-driving offenders in bid to deter others

- Published: 2026-05-31T14:24:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605310078.aspx
- anchor: #n575585
- Companies mentioned: 高雄市警察局交通警察大隊

Kaohsiung police released the names and photos of 13 repeat drug-driving offenders and stepped up enforcement.

## Angler suspected of falling onto wave-dissipating blocks and drowning at the Zengwen River estuary in Tainan; dies after being taken to hospital

- Published: 2026-05-31T14:16:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605310077.aspx
- anchor: #n575582
- Companies mentioned: 永康奇美醫院

An angler fell into the water and drowned at the Zengwen River estuary in Tainan.

## “Queen of Doubles” Hsieh Su-wei loses in 3 sets in French Open mixed doubles, exits in second round

- Published: 2026-05-31T14:13:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605310076.aspx
- anchor: #n575583

Hsieh Su-wei was eliminated in the second round of the French Open mixed doubles. All Taiwanese players were knocked out except Liang En-shuo.

## Changhua man transporting gas while drug-driving is a repeat offender; court releases him without bail, prosecutors to appeal

- Published: 2026-05-31T14:12:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605310075.aspx
- anchor: #n575584
- Companies mentioned: 彰化地方検察署

A drug-impaired driver caused a crash in Changhua. Prosecutors sought preventive detention, but the request was denied, and they will appeal.

## Wembanyama scores 22 as Spurs beat Thunder to set up title showdown with Knicks

- Published: 2026-05-31T14:06:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605310074.aspx
- anchor: #n575581
- Companies mentioned: 聖安東尼奧馬刺、奧克拉荷馬雷霆、紐約尼克

The Spurs beat the Thunder to advance to the NBA Finals, where they will face the Knicks.

## Sun Shu-mei graduates from Shih Hsin University’s master’s program, says she realized on campus how unsociable she was

- Published: 2026-05-31T14:02:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202605310073.aspx
- anchor: #n575580
- Companies mentioned: 世新大學

Sun Shu-mei completed her master’s degree at 世新大學 and shared her experiences as a student.

## Tight blood sugar control in prediabetes protects long-term health; study finds mortality can fall by 17%

- Published: 2026-05-31T13:47:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605310072.aspx
- anchor: #n575578

Active blood sugar control in people with prediabetes can reduce the risk of death and complications.

## Hanoi presses ahead with the largest urban redevelopment in its history; hundreds of thousands of residents face displacement

- Published: 2026-05-31T13:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605310071.aspx
- anchor: #n575579

Hanoi's large-scale urban redevelopment sparks disputes over forced relocation and compensation.

## Middle East war, day 92: Israel strikes southern Lebanon again; the latest developments

- Published: 2026-05-31T13:44:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605310070.aspx
- anchor: #n575577
- Companies mentioned: NATO

The Middle East war entered its 92nd day, with Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon, the US military intercepting an Iranian cargo ship, and Iranian missile attacks on a base in Kuwait, as tensions mount.

## US media: Trump demands tougher revisions to US-Iran ceasefire deal

- Published: 2026-05-31T13:37:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605310069.aspx
- anchor: #n575576
- Companies mentioned: The New York Times、Axios

In negotiations on a US-Iran ceasefire deal, President Trump is demanding tougher terms, particularly on nuclear regulations, delaying progress in the talks.

## Zheng Li-wun to visit the US on 6/1; KMT Standing Committee member Lee Te-wei says focus of trip is peace across the Taiwan Strait

- Published: 2026-05-31T13:23:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605310068.aspx
- anchor: #n575575
- Companies mentioned: 國民黨

國民黨 Chair Zheng Li-wun will lead a delegation to the US, focusing on peace across the Taiwan Strait and 三-way relations, with visits to several major cities and academic institutions.

## Yang Shuang-zi suspends speaking engagements due to vertigo; readers express concern and encouragement

- Published: 2026-05-31T13:19:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202605310066.aspx
- anchor: #n575574
- Companies mentioned: Facebook

Writer Yang Shuang-zi announced a suspension of speaking engagements until 2029 due to vertigo, and said she would focus on managing her physical and mental health and taking a break from socializing.

## Wind turbines face a wave of retirements in 2049; Environment Ministry to support recycling of discarded blades

- Published: 2026-05-31T13:19:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605310067.aspx
- anchor: #n575573
- Companies mentioned: 工業技術研究院

The Environment Ministry is planning to recycle and reuse wind turbine blades, prepare for a peak in retirements after 2049, and bring the industry under regulatory oversight.

## Hegseth urges allies to strengthen military capabilities; scholar says US strategic vigilance toward China remains unchanged

- Published: 2026-05-31T13:09:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605310065.aspx
- anchor: #n575571

The US secretary of war urged allies to strengthen their military capabilities at the Shangri-La Dialogue; a scholar said US strategic vigilance toward China remains unchanged.

## Parkinson's disease robs musician of ability to perform; London singer uses AI to complete new album

- Published: 2026-05-31T13:08:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ait/202605310064.aspx
- anchor: #n575572
- Companies mentioned: Suno、Udio、Sony Music Entertainment、Universal Music Group、Warner Records

London singer Smith, whose ability to perform has been affected by Parkinson's disease, used AI generation tools to complete a new album, prompting discussion about AI-assisted creativity and copyright.

## Ligang police stop nearly 100 large vehicles in crackdown on drug-impaired truck driving

- Published: 2026-05-31T13:07:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605310063.aspx
- anchor: #n575569

Police in Ligang, Pingtung County, conducted intensive roadside checks to prevent drug-impaired driving by gravel trucks.

## White Sox slugger Munetaka Murakami strains right thigh, placed on injured list

- Published: 2026-05-31T13:05:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605310062.aspx
- anchor: #n575570
- Companies mentioned: Chicago White Sox

White Sox slugger Munetaka Murakami strained his right thigh and was placed on the injured list. He is expected to miss 4-6 weeks.

## Huang Kuo-chang: 台灣民眾黨 will not support another push to amend the Political Party Assets Act

- Published: 2026-05-31T12:57:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605310061.aspx
- anchor: #n575567
- Companies mentioned: 台灣民眾黨

Huang Kuo-chang said he does not support amendments to the Political Party Assets Act and explained the party's evaluation process regarding Tsai Pi-ru's candidacy.

## COMPUTEX themes and rebound in old AI stocks: institutions say Taiwan stocks are maintaining healthy rotation

- Published: 2026-05-31T12:56:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605310060.aspx
- anchor: #n575568
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、廣達、緯創、鴻海、宏碁、華碩

Taiwan stocks are maintaining healthy rotation, buoyed by AI themes and the COMPUTEX exhibition.

## China expels NYT reporter over interview with President Lai; Presidential Office says it is concerned for reporter's safety

- Published: 2026-05-31T12:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605310059.aspx
- anchor: #n575566
- Companies mentioned: 紐約時報、新華社

China expelled a New York Times reporter, prompting a forceful response from the Presidential Office in defense of press freedom.

## Typhoon Changmi affects 台灣虎航 flights; 8 services to and from Okinawa on 6/1 canceled

- Published: 2026-05-31T12:40:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605310058.aspx
- anchor: #n575565
- Companies mentioned: 台灣虎航

台灣虎航 canceled 8 Okinawa flights due to Typhoon Changmi.

## New senior driver license renewal rules take effect; 公路局: wait for notice before applying

- Published: 2026-05-31T12:39:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605310057.aspx
- anchor: #n575563
- Companies mentioned: 公路局

New rules for renewing licenses for older drivers take effect, lowering the age threshold to 70.

## Heavy metals found in goji berries; Control Yuan members criticize inadequate inspections by the Food and Drug Administration

- Published: 2026-05-31T12:36:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202605310056.aspx
- anchor: #n575564

Control Yuan members criticized the Food and Drug Administration's lax inspections of goji berries and inadequate food safety oversight.

## US military strikes suspected drug-smuggling boat in eastern Pacific again, killing 3 alleged drug traffickers

- Published: 2026-05-31T12:23:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605310046.aspx
- anchor: #n575562

The US military killed 3 alleged drug traffickers in the eastern Pacific as it continued its campaign against maritime drug trafficking.

## Hao-Yu Lee ends 12-at-bat slump with a hit; Fei Chai-de goes hitless in season debut

- Published: 2026-05-31T12:19:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605310045.aspx
- anchor: #n575560
- Companies mentioned: 底特律老虎隊、芝加哥白襪隊、克里夫蘭守護者隊、波士頓紅襪隊

Hao-Yu Lee ended his batting slump, while Fei Chai-de made his first major league appearance of the season.

## 鄭宗哲3A敲雙安有長打 林盛恩1A先發奪勝投

- Published: 2026-05-31T12:13:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605310044.aspx
- anchor: #n575561
- Companies mentioned: 波士頓紅襪隊、辛辛那提紅人隊、紐約洋基隊

Taiwanese players Cheng Tsung-che and Lin Sheng-en impressed in minor league games.

## 中國5月製造業PMI為50.0 符合市場預期

- Published: 2026-05-31T12:07:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605310043.aspx
- anchor: #n575558

中國5月製造業PMI持平於50.0，符合市場預期。

## Hualien's oldest protection forest gets a name; Meilun Mountain forest safeguards Taiwan flying foxes

- Published: 2026-05-31T12:06:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605310042.aspx
- anchor: #n575559
- Companies mentioned: 林保署花蓮分署

Hualien's Meilun Mountain protection forest has been officially named, highlighting its importance to the conservation of Taiwan flying foxes.

## Typhoon Changmi approaches Japan, affecting flights to Okinawa, Ishigaki Island and Miyako Island

- Published: 2026-05-31T11:59:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605310041.aspx
- anchor: #n575555
- Companies mentioned: 全日空、日本航空、日本越洋航空、琉球空中通勤

Typhoon Changmi approaches Okinawa; Japan Airlines and 全日空 cancel more than 250 flights.

## AUKUS deal streamlined; Australia to buy US submarines already in service instead of newly built vessels

- Published: 2026-05-31T11:55:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605310040.aspx
- anchor: #n575556

Australia and the US streamlined the AUKUS deal, switching to the purchase of 3 in-service Virginia-class submarines.

## Spurs beat Thunder in Western Conference Finals Game 7 to reach NBA Finals

- Published: 2026-05-31T11:54:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202605310039.aspx
- anchor: #n575557
- Companies mentioned: NBA

The Spurs beat the Thunder 111-103 in Western Conference Finals Game 7 to advance to the NBA Finals.

## Jensen Huang explains why Taiwan's supply chain is working overtime: AI has entered its profit-making phase

- Published: 2026-05-31T11:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605310037.aspx
- anchor: #n575554
- Companies mentioned: 輝達、台積電、廣達、緯創、鴻海、OpenAI、Anthropic、Gemini、xAI

Jensen Huang said AI has entered its profit-making phase and Taiwan's supply chain is at the heart of global computing power.

## UK foreign secretary visits China and India, focusing on global issues and mutually beneficial cooperation

- Published: 2026-05-31T11:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605310038.aspx
- anchor: #n575553

UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper visited China and India, focusing on global issues and mutually beneficial cooperation.

## Ocean-themed youth hubs linked up to promote hands-on whale and dolphin documentation and hydrological observation

- Published: 2026-05-31T11:47:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202605310036.aspx
- anchor: #n575552
- Companies mentioned: 海波浪seabelongings、大小港邊地方創生協會、農嶼海青年創生協會、多羅滿海上娛樂

The Ministry of Education's Youth Development Administration is promoting an ocean-themed youth hub program, connecting organizations in multiple locations to develop talent for local revitalization.

## Foreign crew member on Taiwan-Matsu No. 4 cable-laying vessel suspected of having a stroke; Matsu Coast Guard rushes him to hospital

- Published: 2026-05-31T11:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605310035.aspx
- anchor: #n575551
- Companies mentioned: 雷島號(ILE DE RE)

The Matsu Coast Guard rescued an Indian crew member suspected of having a stroke aboard the Taiwan-Matsu No. 4 cable-laying ship.

## Summer electricity rates for households take effect 6/1; average monthly bill estimated to rise by 446 yuan per household

- Published: 2026-05-31T11:34:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605310034.aspx
- anchor: #n575550
- Companies mentioned: 台電

台電 is implementing summer electricity rates, with average household bills expected to rise by 446 yuan per month.

## Rental subsidy funding: Chiang Wan-an says central government must not make local governments feel they are being left with the bill

- Published: 2026-05-31T11:24:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202605310033.aspx
- anchor: #n575549

Chiang Wan-an opposed having local governments share the cost of rent subsidies, criticizing the central government for shifting the burden.

## Ministry of Economic Affairs has invested more than NT$12.9 billion over 25 years, subsidizing 8,100 small and medium-sized enterprise innovation projects

- Published: 2026-05-31T11:16:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202605310032.aspx
- anchor: #n575548

The Ministry of Economic Affairs' SBIR program has run for 25 years, subsidizing more than 8,100 small and medium-sized enterprise innovation projects.

## WHO chief Tedros visits Ebola-hit area in Democratic Republic of the Congo, calls for international support

- Published: 2026-05-31T11:05:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605310031.aspx
- anchor: #n575547
- Companies mentioned: WHO

WHO Director-General Tedros visited an Ebola-hit area in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and called for international support.

## Geng Zhi'ou takes charge in Hubei, becoming China's youngest provincial party chief

- Published: 2026-05-31T11:01:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202605310030.aspx
- anchor: #n575546
- Companies mentioned: Ministry of Natural Resources

Geng Zhi'ou has taken office as Hubei provincial party secretary, becoming China's youngest provincial party secretary.

## Video of dangerous driving by car in Taichung circulates online; police review surveillance footage, arrest 35-year-old man and refer him for prosecution

- Published: 2026-05-31T10:57:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605310029.aspx
- anchor: #n575545

A 35-year-old man was arrested in Taichung for dangerous driving.

## Russia says Ukrainian drone hit nuclear power plant; Kyiv dismisses claim as propaganda

- Published: 2026-05-31T10:51:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202605310028.aspx
- anchor: #n575543
- Companies mentioned: Rosatom

Russia claimed that Ukrainian forces attacked the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant with drones; Ukraine denied it.

## Pinhole camera found in National Taipei University of Education restroom; 63-year-old suspect detained without visitation

- Published: 2026-05-31T10:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202605310027.aspx
- anchor: #n575544
- Companies mentioned: National Taipei University of Education

A 63-year-old man was arrested for installing a hidden camera in a university women's restroom.