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The special exhibition “Paper-Cut Flowers in Bloom,” organized by the Taiwan Cultural Center in Tokyo under Taiwan’s Ministry of Culture, opened in Tokyo on June 2. It focuses on Matsu paper-cutting art and features works by artist Chen Chih-hsu and 9 practitioners carrying on the tradition. The exhibition runs through July 17.
Companies mentioned：文化部駐日本代表處台灣文化中心、連江縣政府、日青創藝
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Companies mentioned：統一7-ELEVEn獅、中信兄弟
Yongda Insurance Brokers’ renewal services contributed about NT$139 million in new premiums in the first quarter, raising the premium share by 13%.
The Erlitou Xia Capital Archaeological Site Museum has been open for more than 6 years and continues excavations to unravel the mysteries of the Xia dynasty. Chinese authorities are actively searching for evidence of the Xia, but scholars internationally continue to dispute the evidence for the dynasty.
Companies mentioned：中央研究院歷史語言研究所
凱基金控 reported earnings of NT$17.59 billion in the first 4 months, with EPS of NT$1.04. 凱基人壽 realized nearly NT$20 billion in capital gains, while 凱基證券’s earnings rose 368% year over year.
Companies mentioned：凱基金控、凱基人壽、凱基證券、凱基銀行
The Uni-Lions beat 中信兄弟 7-3, powered by Chiu Chih-cheng’s 3-run homer. Lin Yueh-ping said Felix was not at his best. The Brothers’ elimination number reached zero.
Companies mentioned：中信兄弟、味全龍、樂天桃猿
Original福爾摩沙夢想家在TPBL冠軍賽G5以105-69大勝新北國王，系列賽追成2-3。團隊防守是關鍵。
Companies mentioned：福爾摩沙夢想家、新北國王、TPBL
Uni-Lions’ Chiu Chih-cheng hit a go-ahead 3-run homer to lead his team to a 7-3 win over 中信兄弟 and its 2nd straight victory. The Brothers became the first team eliminated from the first half of the season.
Companies mentioned：統一7-ELEVEn獅、中信兄弟、味全龍、樂天桃猿
Palau President Surangel Whipps Jr. reaffirmed diplomatic ties with Taiwan in Tokyo and criticized China for interfering with Palau’s sovereignty and illegally entering its exclusive economic zone.
There were 2 jackpot winners in Taiwan Lottery 539, with each receiving NT$8 million.
Companies mentioned：台彩
Taiwan Lottery Lotto draw No. 115058 was held, with no winners of either the jackpot or second prize.
Companies mentioned：台彩
A Sikh man in Britain was accused of fatally stabbing a white student, and the police response sparked controversy over race and political correctness.
South Korea’s local elections will be held on the 3rd. Seoul and Daegu are in focus. Advance voter turnout hit a record high.
Companies mentioned：国民の力、共に民主党
Representatives of several Indian state governments visited Taiwan to attract investment, with a focus on cooperation in the drone and AI industries.
Czech Senate President Miloš Vystrčil attended a special screening of a documentary honoring late former Senate President Jaroslav Kubera and highlighting democratic ties between Taiwan and the Czech Republic.
金像電 will invest NT$700 million in equipment for its Thai subsidiary.
Companies mentioned：金像電、Gold Circuit Electronics (Thailand) Co., Ltd.、BURKLE PCB MACHINERY LIMITED
Taiwanese manga artists won 3 major awards, including gold, at the Kadokawa International Manga Contest, demonstrating their international competitiveness.
Companies mentioned：角川（KADOKAWA）
WHO revised the number of suspected Ebola cases downward from 906 to 116.
Companies mentioned：WHO
A 10-vehicle pileup on National Freeway 2 left 7 people injured and taken to hospital.
Tainan Spinning remitted US$3 million to build a factory in Indonesia.
Companies mentioned：得力實業、PT DELIGHT INDUSTRIAL INDONESIA
Stanford University was reported to have received donations linked to Chinese Communist Party networks and “red second-generation” donors, raising concerns in academia about foreign influence.
Companies mentioned：京東方、華為、國家電網、中國石油天然氣集團、網易
The Financial Supervisory Commission requires listed and OTC companies to complete ESG disclosures by the end of June and is providing AI tools to ease the burden.
Companies mentioned：證交所、櫃買中心
Trump said US-Iran talks were continuing, while Iran was reviewing a ceasefire proposal. The military, however, took a hard line, saying war was inevitable.
Companies mentioned：Mehr News Agency
好食好事基金會 made its first appearance at InnoVEX with 8 food and agriculture startups, showcasing AI-driven supply chain innovation.
Companies mentioned：好食好事、頂新和徳基金、團薦科技、快帶科技、以力科技、Farmio、雷文虎克生物技術、日日好食、恰口科研、ECOCO循環經濟
台北市立國樂團 performed at the Berlin Philharmonie, and Taiwan’s representative office in Germany hosted a reception to welcome the group.
Companies mentioned：台北市立國樂團
FANME, the organizer of EXO’s Kaohsiung fan-sign event, clarified that its funding came from Taiwan and denied rumors that a Taiwan Compatriot Permit was required to buy tickets.
Companies mentioned：FANME、小芒
The Financial Supervisory Commission ruled that the civil case involving 國票金 independent director Chen Wei-lung does not affect his eligibility to serve as a director.
Companies mentioned：國票金、國票證券
Overseas Community Affairs Council Minister Hsu Chia-ching said the council’s role is changing and that it may become a Ministry of Immigration in the future.
Companies mentioned：僑務委員會
A Taiwanese badminton pair won at the Indonesia Open and advanced to the next round.
Winning numbers announced for Taiwan Lottery Lotto draw No. 115058.
Companies mentioned：台彩
Taiwanese companies donated stationery to poor children in the Philippines.
Companies mentioned：中華航空、和成欣業、工研院
Taipei City defeated Yilan County at the Hua Nan Youth Baseball Tournament.
Companies mentioned：華南金控、中信兄弟
Winning numbers announced for Taiwan Lottery 539 draw No. 115134.
Companies mentioned：台彩
In Keelung, a man who committed a traffic violation fled from police and injured an officer. He tested positive for drugs and was arrested.
The WMO warned that the chance of El Niño developing this summer had reached 80%, raising the risk of extreme weather.
Companies mentioned：世界気象組織 (WMO)
Singer Hsieh Chen-ting, accused in an intimidation case, had his bail forfeited by the Taipei District Court after missing multiple hearings. A warrant will be issued.
Scholar Wu Yu-shan analyzed Trump’s Taiwan policy as one of strategic ambiguity, intended to achieve dual deterrence.
第一金 said at its earnings briefing that first-quarter profit hit a record and offered forecasts on central bank rate hikes and exchange-rate trends.
Companies mentioned：第一金、第一銀行、第一金證券
Airfares in Indonesia are rising during the holiday period, making overland travel an alternative.
Companies mentioned：DAMRI、Alendra、Kramat Djati、Gunung Harta、Pahala Kencana
Cathay Financial investment chief 劉上旗 will become vice chairman of 國泰投信.
Companies mentioned：國泰金控、國泰投信
中信兄弟's 張士綸 has performed well in the first team and received reminders from the coaching staff, while also exchanging thoughts with his older brother 張政禹.
Companies mentioned：中信兄弟、味全龍
The European Parliament’s Committee on International Trade approved the US-European trade deal, which will go to a full parliamentary vote on the 16th in response to Trump’s tariff threats.
The Financial Supervisory Commission approved dividend payments totaling NT$15 billion for 3 life insurers; rules for next year are to be finalized by year-end.
Companies mentioned：富邦人壽、國泰人壽、合庫人壽、台灣人壽、凱基人壽
Taiwanese BTS fans prayed to Yue Lao for good luck as they scrambled for concert tickets, becoming a hot topic on social media.
Former hospital vice president found guilty of illegal organ brokering; medical license to be revoked.
Companies mentioned：中山醫學大學附設醫院、彰化基督教醫院
TPBL’s 新北中信特攻 announced a change of general manager. 陳暉 has taken up the post.
Companies mentioned：TPBL、新北中信特攻、中信育樂
The 3rd Hong Kong Human Rights Art Exhibition is being held in Taipei.
Companies mentioned：二二八國家紀念館、華人民主書院協會、香港人權陣線
Taiwan Mobile’s AI business is growing rapidly, and AIDC reservations are fully booked.
Companies mentioned：台灣大哥大、GMI Cloud、NVIDIA
classclass2021, a class T-shirt brand operated by 株式会社Lemon, has added 7 new colors to its popular “glitter print.” Responding to students who want to “add some sparkle,” it is expanding design freedom.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Lemon
Okayama University will hold the J-PEAKS public symposium “How to Live in the AI Era and Create the Future” on June 18, 2026. Keio University Professor Hiroaki Miyata will speak, and participants will discuss the future of AI and human society from a well-being perspective.
Companies mentioned：PwCコンサルティング合同会社
Ascentia株式会社 has launched a specialist consulting service to help small and medium-sized businesses release management guarantees as part of business succession.
Companies mentioned：Ascentia株式会社、帝国データバンク、久留米クラウド会計事務所、ハナワ法律事務所
OriginalKOBE ENISHIが2026年6月より『濃厚冷やし担担麺（温玉付き）』を夏季限定販売する。1日30食限定。
Okayama University and フジワラテクノアート have jointly launched the “Microbial Industry Co-Creation Core.” An on-campus briefing was held on May 15, 2026, with about 90 faculty and staff members attending. The industry-academia co-creation model aims to create next-generation industries by harnessing microorganisms.
Companies mentioned：株式会社フジワラテクノアート
BOTANICO built an integrated marketing model for fish markets, achieving a 150% increase in sales.
Companies mentioned：BOTANICO
The share-based flyer distribution service “Share Chirashi” has reached monthly distribution of 1 million flyers.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Design-a
Tリーグ has announced the registered players for the 2026-2027 season.
Companies mentioned：Tリーグ、九州カリーナ、T.T彩たま、静岡ジェード、岡山リベッツ、琉球アスティーダ、トップおとめピンポンズ名古屋、京都カグヤライズ、日本生命レッドエルフ、日本ペイントマレッツ
株式会社キングプロテア’s SNS management support has reached 26 accounts. Demand is surging, including from the nightlife industry, thanks to lower prices through AI use and support for a wide range of industries.
Companies mentioned：株式会社エンクル、株式会社CAICA、株式会社enDjoy
Rina Akutsu achieved an outstanding sole 3rd-place finish at the FootGolf World Cup.
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人日本フットゴルフ協会
Mitorizu’s bon dance event is returning after 2 years. It is set to be held in Osaka in August 2026.
Companies mentioned：FANYチケット
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has launched the drug discovery talent development program “Blockbuster Pathfinders.”
ミラリタ株式会社 has made available a fund for developing and selling a battery storage facility in Nakama City, Fukuoka Prefecture.
Companies mentioned：ミラリタ株式会社
Tokyo is seeking clusters for its “TIB CATAPULT” initiative to support startups.
Elgato and PREDUCTS will hold the joint exhibition “WORK FLOW” in June. Combining desk systems and tools for creators, it will propose an ideal working environment.
Companies mentioned：Elgato、CORSAIR、PREDUCTS
Nikka Home Saga Showroom will hold its “1st Anniversary Appreciation Festival” on June 6 and 7 to mark its 1st anniversary. The event will feature special prices on renovation products, visitor perks and free home consultations.
Companies mentioned：ニッカホーム株式会社
The Local Government DX Promotion Council will rebroadcast its tourism DX seminar.
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人自治体DX推進協議会、株式会社ブリッジウェル
The hip-hop festival “BRIDGE 2026” will be held at Nagasaki Stadium City. It will run for 2 days and be the largest edition to date.
Companies mentioned：株式会社リージョナルエックス長崎、CANTEEN、ISLAND STATE
Fun Standard株式会社’s disaster preparedness brand “SONAERU” has launched disaster-preparedness awareness initiatives for typhoon season and a discount campaign on its emergency toilet series.
Companies mentioned：Fun Standard株式会社、RKB毎日ホールディングス、PYKES PEAK