US general meets Cuban officers at Guantanamo Bay, briefly discusses operational security.
US Southern Command chief makes rare visit to Cuba, discusses operational security.
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International organizations: Continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz could trigger a global fuel crisis.
IMF, World Bank, and IEA warn of a global fuel crisis due to the Strait of Hormuz blockade.
Companies mentioned：IMF、World Bank、IEA
Laos cave floods, leaving people trapped for over 1 week; rescue team saves first survivor [video].
One survivor rescued from a flooded cave in Laos after being trapped for over a week.
Mostly cloudy with sunny periods across Taiwan; Wu Derong says Typhoon Jangmi's outer circulation will affect Taiwan on 6/1.
Weather forecast: Typhoon Jangmi to affect Taiwan on June 1, followed by a potentially active Meiyu season.
Wang Chieh-ling qualifies for the Asian Games taekwondo team as its only high school student.
17-year-old Wang Chieh-ling secures a spot on the Asian Games taekwondo team as its only high school student.
Former California mayor Wang Aileen pleads guilty to acting as an agent of China; sentencing in October, with up to 10 years in prison.
Former Arcadia Mayor Wang Aileen admits to illegally acting as an agent of the Chinese government.
Companies mentioned：U.S. News Center
Chinese tea culture takes root in a frontline city in eastern Ukraine; Alishan oolong tea is popular.
A tea shop in the frontline city of Sloviansk, Ukraine, is gaining popularity by offering Chinese and Taiwanese teas, providing a moment of peace for residents and soldiers.
Free admission to large street murals showcases Taiwan's cultural vitality in Brooklyn, New York.
Six Taiwanese artists create a large mural in Brooklyn, New York.
Companies mentioned：The Bushwick Collective
Illinois House passes pro-Taiwan resolution; visits by officials will not be subject to threats from hostile forces.
The Illinois House passes a resolution supporting Taiwan.
Illy Coffee chairman on business strategy: ensuring quality through sustainability.
Illy Coffee chairman emphasizes maintaining quality through regenerative agriculture and sustainability.
Companies mentioned：Illy
At an international ceramics exhibition in Brazil, Taiwanese ceramic artist Huang Lin-yuejiao showcases the power of cross-cultural exchange.
Taiwanese ceramic artist Huang Lin-yuejiao exhibits works at an international ceramics exhibition in Brazil.
After a 2-hour Situation Room meeting, Trump postpones a final decision on an Iran deal.
Meeting between President Trump and the national security team on the situation in Iran.
Vilnius Pink Soup Festival kicks off, with 'Pink Moment' calling on thousands to drink together.
Pink Soup Festival held in Vilnius.
Companies mentioned：Go Vilnius、LTG Link
Good morning, world: Strong trade, investment and consumption put this year's economic growth forecast at 9.64%, a 16-year high.
Taiwan's economic growth forecast raised to 9.64%; Taiwan stocks hit a record high, labor wage survey released, Czech Senate president to visit Taiwan, and defense budget passed.
Companies mentioned：MSCI、台積電、信驊、鴻海、廣達、群創
US judge blocks Kennedy Center closure for renovations and orders Trump's name removed.
Federal court rules Kennedy Center renaming illegal and suspends its renovation closure plan.
Companies mentioned：Kennedy Center
Fairchild called up to the major leagues, gets 3 to 7 days to prove himself.
Taiwanese American player Fairchild called up to the major leagues, gets a short-term opportunity to perform.
Companies mentioned：Cleveland Guardians
Expectations of a US-Iran ceasefire extension send oil prices to a 6-week low.
Expectations of a US-Iran ceasefire push oil prices to a 6-week low.
Optimism over a US-Iran ceasefire extension deal lifts US stocks.
Optimism over a US-Iran ceasefire lifts US stocks.
Trump says he will decide on an Iran deal; Tehran denies that a final consensus has been reached.
US and Iran disagree over the terms of a deal and have yet to reach a consensus.
Companies mentioned：Fars news agency
Brazilian rising star Fonseca stuns Djokovic to reach the French Open round of 16 for the first time in his career [video].
Fonseca beats Djokovic to advance to the round of 16.
Weather agency issues heavy rain advisory; localized heavy to torrential rain possible in Pingtung, Kaohsiung and Tainan.
Heavy rain advisory issued for southern Taiwan; caution warranted in Pingtung, Tainan and Kaohsiung.
Trump says he will decide on a US-Iran peace deal; Tehran says the claims are half true and half false.
US President Trump is considering a peace deal with Iran. Iran denies some of the terms.
European stocks end mixed.
European stocks are mixed amid hopes for a US-Iran ceasefire and worsening economic indicators.
Weather agency issues heavy rain advisory; localized heavy or torrential rain possible in Pingtung.
Heavy rain advisory issued for Pingtung County; beware of localized heavy rain.
French Socialist Party leader: Taiwan has never been part of the Chinese Communist Party; the status quo is that of an independent country.
French Socialist Party leader visits Taiwan, supports its independent status quo and stresses the importance of semiconductors.
Zelensky pays tribute to controversial WWII-era regiment, angering Polish politicians who demand its medal be revoked.
Poland protests Zelenskyy's tribute to the UPA, a WWII-era group accused of mass killings of Poles.
Trump: I will make a decision in the White House Situation Room on whether to reach a deal with Iran.
Trump announces he will make a final decision on a peace deal with Iran from the White House Situation Room.
Companies mentioned：Truth Social
Heavy rain in Nantou's mountainous areas; heavy rain precautions urged for Hualien, Taitung and mountainous areas of Taichung.
Heavy rain alert issued for mountainous areas in Nantou, Hualien, Taitung, and Taichung.
Repeatedly named the world's happiest country, Finland tells its story to the world through food with 'A Taste of Finland'.
Finland's tourism board launches a global selection campaign to promote Finnish food culture.
Companies mentioned：Business Finland
Dell reports strong earnings; shares surge more than 30% at one point.
Dell's strong earnings send shares up more than 30%.
Companies mentioned：Dell
Northwestern University screens The Mountain Makers to deepen Taiwan-US tech cooperation.
Northwestern University screens The Mountain Makers, deepening Taiwan-US tech cooperation.
Dragons overcome a 6-run deficit to win; Yeh Chun-chang says, 'The players are amazing!' [video].
Original味全龍落後6分逆轉勝統一獅。
Companies mentioned：味全龍、統一獅
Lin Shu-yi's clutch triple earns him MVP honors; he chokes up discussing his family's support.
Lin Shu-yi joins 富邦悍將 and wins MVP in his debut.
Companies mentioned：富邦悍將、中信兄弟、台鋼雄鷹
宏碁 joins the smart-glasses trend, expands its AI PC lineup and accelerates AI adoption.
宏碁 unveils new AI PCs, AI smart glasses and electric mobility products.
Companies mentioned：宏碁、Intel、Google
“As expected of Lin Shu-yi”: clutch triple hands the Guardians' rivals the Brothers their 8th straight loss.
The Guardians beat 中信兄弟 4-2, handing the Brothers their 8th straight loss.
Companies mentioned：富邦悍將、中信兄弟
TPBL: Lin Shu-wei links the Kings' offense and defense; “I never thought about resting.”
Lin Shu-wei plays through injury as the New Taipei Kings win Game 3 of the finals.
Companies mentioned：新北國王、夢想家
Heavy rain in southern Hualien: road closed after rockfalls at 2 locations on the Nan'an section of Provincial Highway 30.
Heavy rain in southern Hualien County closes Provincial Highway 30 after rockfalls.
Companies mentioned：公路局
French media: Chinese tomatoes flood Europe and seize market share, putting producing countries on alert.
Chinese tomato products flood Europe, putting European producers at risk.
Companies mentioned：Mutti
Europe no longer sees China as a partner; trade relations enter a turbulent new era.
EU-China trade relations shift from partnership to competitive tension, leading to stricter EU regulations.
Companies mentioned：Ceconomy、JD.com
US Treasury secretary: Past economic overreliance on China was a mistake that Trump's policies are now reversing.
US Treasury Secretary Bessent criticizes past reliance on China, promoting Trump's 'America First' economic security agenda.
Jincai 539 draw 115131: No jackpot winner.
Results announced for the Jincai 539, 3-Star and 4-Star lottery draws.
Companies mentioned：Taiwan Lottery
Big Lotto draw 115057: No jackpot winner.
Results for Big Lotto draw 115057; no jackpot winners.
Companies mentioned：Taiwan Lottery
Vietnamese Communist Party General Secretary To Lam says global uncertainty is high, calls for dialogue and stronger international law.
Vietnam's President To Lam calls for international law and dialogue at the Shangri-La Dialogue amid global uncertainty.
TPBL: Lin Shu-wei scores 20 points despite injury as the Kings take a 2-1 lead in the championship series against the Dreamers.
In Game 3 of the TPBL championship series, 新北國王 beat the Dreamers 109-84 to take a 2-1 series lead.
Companies mentioned：新北國王、福爾摩沙夢想家
Ebola ravages the DRC; WHO says first patient in the area has recovered.
The first patient has recovered from the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, but the outbreak remains severe.
Companies mentioned：WHO
Breaking through their rivalry, Jensen Huang says Nvidia and Intel are great partners.
Jensen Huang emphasizes Nvidia's partnership with Intel and predicts business will continue to double next year.
Companies mentioned：NVIDIA、Intel、Marvell
Swiatek advances to the Round of 16 in straight sets, aiming for her 5th French Open women's singles title.
Swiatek advances to the French Open Round of 16, where she will face Kostyuk.
Zhaojie's new Tongluo plant nears mass production as high-end electronic specialty gases enter a growth phase.
兆捷科技 (兆捷科技) reports progress toward mass production at its new Tongluo plant.
Companies mentioned：兆捷科技
Cathay Life aims for record adjusted profit this year; Lee Chang-keng is optimistic about next year's dividend.
Cathay Life Insurance expects record-high adjusted profits for the year.
Companies mentioned：国泰人寿、国泰金
US tomato prices soar; experts blame tariffs and the Iran war.
Original美國番茄價格因關稅與戰爭因素飆漲4成。
Man who smashed Taichung City Hall counter with a baseball bat ordered into temporary placement for 4 months.
Property damage at Taichung City Hall and a bomb threat against the National Taichung Theater occur.
Private vehicles drive into the Yushan trailhead; park administration says violators will be penalized under the law.
Unauthorized private vehicles entered Yushan trailhead; Yushan National Park Administration to impose fines.
Companies mentioned：玉山国家公園管理処、保七総隊第六大隊
French Open: Liang En-shuo and Shuko Aoyama advance to the women's doubles Round of 16.
Liang En-shuo and Shuko Aoyama advance to the women's doubles Round of 16 at the French Open.
Ding Xiangqun appointed Party secretary of China's National Financial Regulatory Administration, replacing Li Yunze.
Leadership change at China's National Financial Regulatory Administration: Ding Xiangqun takes office.
Companies mentioned：中国国家金融監督管理総局、中国人民保険
“Jesus Christ Superstar” builds a steel stage, using rock to explore the tensions between humanity and divinity.
The rock musical “Jesus Christ Superstar” makes its Taiwan debut.
Companies mentioned：寬宏藝術
China sends only scholars to the Shangri-La Dialogue; Australia's defense minister laments Beijing's missed chance to communicate.
China sends no defense minister to the Shangri-La Dialogue, drawing concern from countries.
Former Shaolin Temple abbot Shi Yongxin sentenced to 24 years for embezzling 600 million yuan.
Former Shaolin Temple abbot Shi Yongxin sentenced to 24 years in prison for embezzlement and corruption.
Companies mentioned：Shaolin Temple、Shaolin Charity Welfare Foundation
Nuclear Safety Commission holds joint comprehensive review meeting to advance review of the restart of Nuclear Plant No. 3.
The Nuclear Safety Commission held a review meeting for the Maanshan Nuclear Power Plant (Nuclear Plant No. 3) restart plan.
Companies mentioned：Taipower (Taidian)
National Land Management Agency: Average soil disposal cost is 1065 yuan; malicious price gouging will be penalized.
The National Land Management Agency (NLMA) clarifies that average soil disposal costs are 1,065 TWD/m3 and warns against price gouging.
Fortune names its most influential businesswomen; Lisa Su and Foxconn's Yang Chiu-chin make the list.
AMD CEO Lisa Su and Foxconn's Yang Chiu-chin ranked in Fortune's 2026 Most Powerful Women list.
Companies mentioned：AMD、Foxconn、TSMC
Big Lotto draw 115057 results announced.
Winning numbers for Big Lotto draw 115057 announced.
Companies mentioned：台灣彩券
Well-known Taichung bakery impersonated; Meta refuses to provide data, leaving police unable to investigate.
Famous bakery 'Zang A Pang' in Taichung faces impersonation on social media, but Meta refuses to provide user data for police investigation.
Companies mentioned：Meta、Zang A Pang
Jincai 539 draw 115131 results announced.
Results announced for the Jincai 539, 3-Star and 4-Star draws.
Companies mentioned：台灣彩券
Heating unit explodes at 佛光山蘭陽別院; no injuries reported.
A heating unit exploded at 佛光山蘭陽別院; no one was injured.
Companies mentioned：佛光山蘭陽別院
Anti-Fraud Strategy 2.0 results: 5,055 fraud rings busted and NT$3.3 billion in assets recovered
Results of Taiwan’s Anti-Fraud Strategy 2.0 and the Ministry of Justice’s efforts.
Asian fire chiefs gather in Nagoya; New Taipei exchanges expertise to improve disaster response
The New Taipei City Fire Department took part in the Asian Fire Chiefs conference, engaging in international disaster-prevention cooperation and technical exchanges.
Influencer lends a hand as New Zealand World Cup player becomes social media star
A case in which an unknown soccer player quickly became a social media star with an influencer’s support.
Companies mentioned：Wellington Phoenix、Instagram
Taiwan representative to Israel Lee Ya-ping interviewed; stresses Taiwan Strait stability is vital to global security
An interview with Taiwan’s representative to Israel on Taiwan’s security and economic importance.
Kuanhsi offers 5,000 yuan for 5 days, attracting more than 1,000 people to change their household registration; prosecutors investigate
Cash payments in Kuanhsi Township sparked a wave of household registration changes, prompting a prosecutorial investigation.
Visiting Taiwan after 6 years, Vystrcil says it is a gift to democracy advocate Havel [Interview]
Czech Senate President Milos Vystrcil visits Taiwan for the second time to honor Havel and deepen Taiwan-Czech democratic and cultural exchanges.
Companies mentioned：中華航空
Czech Senate president Vystrcil: Will not yield to China’s pressure; Taiwan visit serves both sides’ interests [Interview]
Czech Senate President Milos Vystrcil will visit Taiwan in June, stressing that Taiwan-Czech cooperation serves both sides’ interests and rejecting claims of Chinese pressure.
Companies mentioned：CTi Europe、Foxconn、Skoda
Women’s 400-meter race at the Asian U20 Athletics Championships: 15-year-old Chen Yi-tsen wins silver and meets Asian Games qualifying standard
15-year-old Chen Yi-tsen won silver at the Asian U20 Athletics Championships and met the qualifying standard for the Asian Games.
Czech Senate president visits Taiwan again, to meet president and unveil Havel bench
Strengthening bilateral cooperation through the Czech Senate president’s visit to Taiwan.
Companies mentioned：InnoVEX
NDC: First application for an AI computing center under a public-private partnership expected to be signed by year-end
Taiwan government’s first AI computing center BOO project advances to the application stage, with a contract targeted for year-end.
European Commission: Stronger measures needed to balance trade with China
The European Commission has begun considering stronger corrective measures in response to a widening trade deficit with China.
Pingtung councilor raises concern over firefighters paying out of pocket for air conditioning; fire department agrees to review
Controversy over Pingtung firefighters paying for their own air conditioning; fire department promises a review.
Companies mentioned：台電
Middle East conflict drives up natural gas prices; 台電 posts a loss of NT$4.7 billion in April, exceeding the first quarter
Rising natural gas prices widen Taiwan Power’s losses, with a deficit of NT$4.7 billion in April alone.
Companies mentioned：台電、中油
Hualien County tournament: Lan Yi-ren shines on the mound and at bat as Yilan beats Taipei City to reach the final 4
Original華南金控盃少年野球大会で宜蘭県が台北市を破り9年ぶりのベスト4進出。
Companies mentioned：華南金控
Man and woman engage in disorderly behavior at Keelung Gateway Plaza; police pursue leads
Video of a man and woman engaging in inappropriate behavior in Keelung City has spread online, and police are investigating.
Central News Agency video feature “智”少還有你 nominated for Silver Impact Journalism Award
A Central News Agency documentary has been shortlisted for the Silver Impact Journalism Award.
Companies mentioned：中央通訊社、弘道老人福利基金會
Tsai Ming-chung: Taiwan Mobile aims for 1 trillion yuan in revenue and to become a smart, agile elephant
台湾大哥大 aims for 1 trillion yuan in revenue, stressing the use of AI and response to energy challenges.
Companies mentioned：台湾大哥大、廣達
South Korea’s local election early voting turnout reaches a record 11.6% on the first day
Early voting turnout in South Korea’s local elections hit a record high.
Councilors push for New Taipei Dome to be built in Shulin; Hou Yu-ih: decision to be announced as early as July
Site selection for the New Taipei Dome is in its final stages.
Companies mentioned：億光電子
Weige-shen-kuai moves into bullpen phase; Ailiguo looking good, with any changes to be considered
The Fubon Guardians’ foreign pitchers are adjusting.
Companies mentioned：富邦悍將、味全龍、樂天桃猿
Original俄砸逾8000億元研究延壽 普丁追求長生不老再受矚
President Putin is investing heavily in longevity research. Gene therapy and organ transplants are being advanced, though some question the results.
“勸世三姊妹” returns for the 3rd time to instant sellouts, invites fans to celebrate at concert
Taiwan hit musical “勸世三姊妹” returns for the 3rd time. A celebration is being held to mark the sellout of all 32 performances.
Companies mentioned：躍演劇團
Japan’s international student population tops 400,000 for the first time, reaching its 2033 target ahead of schedule
Japan's international student population hits record high of over 400,000, meeting 2033 goal early.
Publicly owned institutions formally take control of IBF Financial; Chang Chao-shun named chairman and Wu Ying general manager
Bills Finance Corp elects new leadership, shifting to public sector control.
Companies mentioned：Bills Finance Corp、Mega Financial Holding
Trump says Taiwan stole U.S. chip industry; Lin Chia-lung: Partners coexist, and neither side steals from the other
Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung rejects claims of Taiwan stealing the U.S. chip industry, calling for a symbiotic partnership.
Ahead of Vera Rubin, Jensen Huang says AI supercomputer capacity in Taiwan will double
NVIDIA will double its AI production capacity in Taiwan and stress the importance of AI infrastructure.
Companies mentioned：NVIDIA、美光、意法半導體、西門子、雙鴻、奇鋐、貿聯-KY、可成、勤誠、台達電、台光電、光寶科、台郡、富世達、鴻海、健策、川湖、良維、嘉澤、南俊、立錡、泰碩、台積電、欣興
Heavy rain in mountainous areas of Pingtung and Kaohsiung; Hualien and Nantou mountain areas on alert
Heavy rain has hit mountainous areas in southern and eastern Taiwan, and the weather agency has urged vigilance.
Original世足將開踢 專家：全球博彩收益可能逾1兆5000億元
Betting revenue for the 2026 World Cup is forecast to exceed US$50 billion.
Companies mentioned：Sportradar、Coral
Chen Tzu-hao’s 2 hits offer signs of a rebound; Yeh Chun-chang says it is better for the team
味全龍’s Chen Tzu-hao is showing signs of breaking out of his batting slump.
Companies mentioned：味全龍
AI boom outweighs impact of conflict; DGBAS estimates this year’s exports will approach US$900 billion
The Directorate-General of Budget, Accounting and Statistics raised its forecast for economic growth in 2026 to 9.64%, citing AI demand.
Fuel surcharges on mainland China routes to be cut from 6/5, the first reduction this year
Fuel surcharges on China domestic flights will be cut by about 11% from June 5.
Chiang Kun-yu says having Chang Jen-wei around is reassuring; Sung Sheng-jui sent to minors with a thigh strain
中信兄弟 make roster changes: Chiang Kun-yu returns, while Sung Sheng-jui is sidelined.
Companies mentioned：中信兄弟、富邦悍將
Taiwan-Japan Tourism Summit in Miaoli; rice paddy art welcomes visitors
Taiwan-Japan tourism summit held in Miaoli County, with rice paddy art welcoming guests.
Companies mentioned：苑裡鎮農會
Original股市熱絡帶動買氣 4大房仲5月交易量年月雙增
Original株高の影響で5月の不動産取引が活発化。
Companies mentioned：永慶房屋、台灣房屋、住商機構、中信房屋
Taiwan-based musicians who studied in the U.S. gather with the 國立台湾交響楽団; Chen Mei-an and rising star Chang Kai-min perform together
Original国立台湾交響楽団による陳美安指揮・張凱閔ピアノ共演コンサートの告知。
Companies mentioned：国立台湾交響楽団
Taiwan stocks rise 2,464 points this week; total market capitalization of listed companies hits a record 145.9 trillion yuan
Taiwan’s stock market hit a record high, with market capitalization reaching 145.9 trillion Taiwan dollars.