Offshoot of Prince Group case: Prominent lawyer suspected of money laundering detained and referred for prosecution
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Taipei District Prosecutors Office, investigating the Prince Group money-laundering case, found that a prominent lawyer surnamed Chang was suspected of money laundering. It searched locations and detained 6 people on June 2, and referred them to the Taipei prosecutors on June 3. The Prince Group carried out fraud in Cambodia and laundered more than NT$10.7 billion in Taiwan.
Must pay NT$170 million in Taiwan Sugar land-sale case; Taipei court fails to detain Wu Nai-ren
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Wu Nai-ren was ordered to pay NT$170 million in a civil ruling over the Taiwan Sugar land-sale case. The Taipei District Court was tasked with carrying out the detention, but has yet to take him into custody.
KMT lawmaker questions contracts concentrated among select individuals; Ministry of Digital Affairs says there was absolutely no tailoring
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KMT legislator Wang Hung-wei questioned whether Ministry of Digital Affairs contracts were concentrated among certain studios. The ministry said it had followed the law.
Gaps in issuance of parking permits for women and children; New Taipei councilors call for improvements
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New Taipei City councilor 馬見Lahuy．Ipin questioned gaps in the issuance of parking permits for women and children. Transportation Commissioner Chung Ming-shih said the city had asked the Ministry of Transportation and Communications to establish a uniform nationwide management system.
Doctor: Reducing intake of plastics and artificial sweeteners is the first step toward reducing exposure to environmental toxins
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Physician Yen Tso-hua reminded the public that reducing consumption of plastics, canned foods, artificial coloring, emulsifiers and artificial sweeteners is the first step toward reducing exposure to environmental toxins. A 20-year study by Academia Sinica and the National Health Research Institutes found that DEHP is associated with breast cancer risk.
Ebola prevention: Asymptomatic arrivals with travel history to 2 affected countries offered free testing
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Health and Welfare Minister Shih Chung-liang announced on June 3 that, from now through June 30, asymptomatic arrivals with travel history to the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda would be offered free testing at 4 international airports.
Riding the AI wave, Chiayi County seeks AI-generated works promoting rejection of tobacco and betel nut
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The Chiayi County Public Health Bureau is holding a contest for AI-generated works, encouraging students to create pieces promoting rejection of tobacco and betel nut. The top prize is a NT$5,000 gift voucher.
Reusing tree trimmings: Forestry Research Institute develops green products, including eco-friendly packaging
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Forestry Research Institute under the Ministry of Agriculture estimates that Taiwan generates about 700,000 metric tons of forestry residues each year, most of which are burned or buried. The institute has developed technology to turn tree trimmings into green chemicals and eco-friendly packaging, and is drawing on Japan’s experience to promote a fully circular use of resources.
From choosing a topic to the international stage, 149 teachers and students share experiences at TSRS forum
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The TSRS 2026 forum was held at the Taipei Astronomical Museum on May 30, with 149 teachers and students taking part and sharing experiences from choosing a topic to reaching the international stage.
Lawmakers call for former official to repay benefits after doctorate revoked; Hung Sun-han promises 3-month investigation
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KMT legislator Chen Ching-hui questioned Labor Minister Hung Sun-han, demanding repayment of benefits received by Li Po-chang, former chief executive of the 勞動部 Center for Occupational Accident Prevention and Reconstruction, after his doctoral degree was revoked. Hung pledged to complete an investigation within 3 months and seek repayment in accordance with the law.
EXO fan-sign event in Kaohsiung sparks debate; Huang Jie says fans must not be forced to kneel to follow idols
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K-pop group EXO will hold a fan-sign event in Kaohsiung in July. Controversy erupted after a simplified-Chinese poster circulated online saying a Taiwan Compatriot Permit was required to buy tickets. DPP legislators Huang Jie and Fan Yun held a news conference, questioning whether organizer 小芒 has ties to China’s party, government and military and raising potential personal-data and national-security concerns. They said they had discussed legal amendments with the Ministry of Culture and the Mainland Affairs Council. Taiwan organizer FANME said ticketing arrangements had not yet been announced.
St. Petersburg Economic Forum set to open; Russia says it shot down 30 drones
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Russia’s annual St. Petersburg International Economic Forum opened on June 3. The governor of Leningrad Oblast said 30 drones had been shot down. Kyiv was attacked before the forum’s opening, and flights at St. Petersburg airport were restricted.
Lawmakers concerned about progress on drug-driving amendments; Ministry of Justice: To submit to 行政院 in June
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Deputy Justice Minister Feng Cheng told the Legislative Yuan that a draft amendment on drug-impaired driving is expected to be submitted to 行政院 within June. It includes tougher penalties, a higher threshold for parole and mandatory vehicle confiscation.
Family pressure a key factor in youth suicidal thoughts, Chang Gung study published in international journal
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A multinational study by 長庚醫院 found that family pressure was the strongest predictor of suicidal ideation among adolescents. It was published in The Lancet Psychiatry.
Squeezed lending-deposit spreads prompt several Chinese banks to pull medium- and long-term time deposits
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Several private banks in China have withdrawn or tightened access to medium- and long-term time deposit products amid falling loan returns and narrowing net interest margins.
First carbon-fee revenue nears NT$5 billion; NT$2 billion proposed for emissions cuts by businesses and local governments
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Ministry of Environment announced first-time carbon-fee revenue of NT$4.97 billion, with NT$2 billion earmarked for carbon-reduction research and NT$500 million for corporate loan subsidies. The semiconductor industry accounts for the largest share of payments.
After coal mine explosion in Qinyuan County, Shanxi, county Party secretary Zhao Yongjin placed under investigation
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A coal mine gas explosion in Qinyuan County, Changzhi City, Shanxi Province, killed at least 82 people. County Party secretary Zhao Yongjin is under disciplinary review and investigation.
Wowprime and Uber Eats to integrate membership programs, expected to launch in August
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Uber Eats and 王品集團 announced that their membership systems will be integrated in August. Wowprime’s Crazy Food APP has 5.8 million members, and the partnership is expected to contribute 57% of revenue by year-end.
UFC to make unprecedented debut at White House; French star says he will avoid politics and focus on fight
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French MMA star Ciryl Gane will fight Brazilian fighter Alex Pereira at the White House on June 14. He said he would ignore the political controversy and focus on the bout.
Wind turbine catches fire in Mailiao, Yunlin; Ministry of Economic Affairs says inspections of same type to be completed within 1 month
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A 台電 wind turbine in Mailiao, Yunlin, caught fire on May 31. Deputy Minister of Economic Affairs Lai Chien-hsin said on the 3rd that Minister Kung Ming-hsin had ordered a comprehensive inspection of aging units. Inspections of 76 units of the same type will be completed within 1 month, and the Energy Administration will propose operational improvements within 3 months. Legislator Yang Chiung-ying questioned the maintenance and aging cycle of green energy units and expressed concern that higher industrial electricity rates could fuel inflation. Lai replied, “No.”
Taipei comedy club 卡米地 sprayed with foul substances; China’s Taiwan Affairs Office denies cross-strait repression
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Taipei's 卡米地 comedy club was sprayed with foul substances; China's Taiwan Affairs Office dismissed cross-border repression claims as baseless and said Taiwan independence is a dead end.
Typhoon Kammuri lashes Japan with violent winds and rain, leaving nearly 60,000 households without power and disrupting flights
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Typhoon Kammuri swept across Japan on the morning of June 3, leaving nearly 60,000 households without power and prompting evacuation alerts for more than 370,000 people. Japan Airlines and 全日空 canceled at least 92 international flights, while Toyota and 鈴木汽車 suspended operations at some factories.
Inaugural International Pavement Symposium focuses on smart roads and net-zero resilient engineering
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The inaugural International Pavement Symposium was held in Kaohsiung, focusing on climate resilience, the circular economy, smart inspections and road safety.
Cheng Li-wun’s Hoover roundtable: U.S. think tank questions Xi Jinping’s peace claims and a Cheng-Xi meeting
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A delegation led by Kuomintang Chair Cheng Li-wun held a closed-door roundtable with 史丹佛大學胡佛研究所 on June 2. U.S. think tanks raised concerns about a Cheng-Xi meeting, arms sales and Taiwan’s defense, and expressed strong doubts about Xi Jinping’s peace claims.
Dragon Boat Festival gift boxes: Kaohsiung hotels offer creative rice dumplings and early-bird deals
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Ahead of the Dragon Boat Festival, several Kaohsiung hotels have launched gift boxes of creative rice dumplings featuring seafood, with early-bird discounts to attract corporate gift buyers.
Families of 2 pilots killed in T-34C crash hold memorial in morning; Qiaotou prosecutors conduct afternoon re-examination to determine cause of death
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Two Air Force pilots died when a T-34C trainer crashed after 21 minutes of flight at Kaohsiung’s Gangshan base. Officials held a memorial in the morning, suspended training on the aircraft and scheduled an afternoon forensic re-examination.
Japanese team’s name incorrectly entered as “Japanese” at international equestrian event; Taoyuan City Government withdraws funding
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At an international equestrian event in Longtan, Taoyuan, the Taiwan team was listed as “Chinese Taipei,” while the Japanese team was incorrectly entered as “Japanese,” sparking controversy. The Taoyuan City Government withdrew its funding.
Hualien County government: Official accused of sexual harassment reassigned; investigation to proceed in accordance with the law
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A Hualien County Government ethics official was accused of sexually harassing a female colleague. The county government has reassigned the official and launched an investigation.
Land Administration Agency assesses soil disposal capacity; southern Taiwan projected to reach 58 million cubic meters in 117
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Land Administration Agency assessed soil disposal capacity nationwide: more than 50 million cubic meters in the north, 18 million cubic meters in central Taiwan, and a projected 58 million cubic meters in the south by 117. Nationwide capacity totals 235 million cubic meters, and the average price has fallen to NT$1,063.
Taiwan stocks surge nearly 1,000 points intraday to another record; heavy electrical equipment shares rally on AI power demand
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AI enthusiasm lifts Taiwan stocks as Nvidia CEO visits, driving TSMC, Delta Electronics and heavy-power shares to record highs amid rising demand for power at AI data centers.
Wiederek: Freedom comes with responsibility; resilient security matters more than short-term interests
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Czech Senate President Miloš Vystrčil said at a Taipei forum that freedom comes with responsibility and resilient security outweighs short-term interests. He linked the democratic journeys of Taiwan and the Czech Republic through 3 30th anniversaries.
High school equivalency exam guidelines released; all registration fees waived
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The high school equivalency exam has been announced, with free registration. The general track will be held on October 4 and the technical track on October 18.
Transport Ministry proposes license revocation for drivers who test positive after using cannabis abroad
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Ministry of Transportation and Communications is proposing tougher penalties for drug-impaired driving, including license revocation and higher fines. Those who use cannabis abroad and return to Taiwan may also have their licenses revoked following a police report.
High-occupancy vehicle restrictions on northbound National Freeway 5 during Dragon Boat Festival holiday; highway bureau urges caution in rain
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Freeway Bureau reminded drivers to take care on wet roads during the June rainy season and announced northbound high-occupancy vehicle restrictions on National Freeway 5 during the Dragon Boat Festival holiday.
Cheng Li-wun visits Hoover Institution for roundtable, proposes East Asian chain of peace and prosperity
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Kuomintang Chair Cheng Li-wun met with scholars at 史丹佛大學胡佛研究所 on June 2 U.S. time, proposing the idea of a “chain of peace and prosperity in East Asia.”
Taichung Port adopts AI vessel intrusion detection system to track ship movements precisely
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Taichung Port Branch has upgraded port security by adopting an AI vessel intrusion detection system. Using multiple sensors and AI computing, it monitors key areas of the port around the clock.
U.S. investigators discovered a sophisticated underground tunnel at the U.S.-Mexico border, about 590 meters long, running from Tijuana, Mexico, to a retail store in San Diego, California. The tunnel had tracks, a ventilation system, electrical facilities and reinforced walls. Law enforcement officers seized more than 1,000 kilograms of cocaine worth more than US$45 million (about NT$1.4 billion). 4 people were indicted.
North Coast libraries mark World Oceans Day with family reading and driftwood art
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The Jinshan, Wanli and Shimen branches of 新北市立圖書館 will hold free activities starting June 6, including family reading, driftwood painting and mosaic collage, to mark World Oceans Day and promote ocean conservation.
NCCU launches team-based interdisciplinary ESG internships to connect students with corporate sustainability projects
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
National Chengchi University has launched an interdisciplinary ESG internship program, placing 23 students in teams at companies including Foxconn to work on sustainability projects.
Hualien ethics official accused of sexual harassment and indecent conduct; Control Yuan says case will be handled strictly
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A Hualien County Government ethics official is suspected of sexually harassing a female colleague. The Agency Against Corruption has removed the official from the post and referred the case for disciplinary action and investigation.
Female prosecutor improperly accessed case files for boyfriend; 10-month salary penalty upheld
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Prosecutor Wu Ya-chih of 桃園地檢署 was given a 10-month salary penalty for improperly accessing case information for her lawyer boyfriend. The ruling is final.
South Korea’s local elections test Lee Jae-myung’s first year in office
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
South Korea will hold local elections on June 3 to choose leaders of 16 cities and provinces. The vote is seen as a midterm test for President Lee Jae-myung and a test of the People Power Party’s ability to recover.
37 years after June Fourth, Tiananmen Mothers member Zhang Xianling says families of victims refuse to forget
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Ahead of the 37th anniversary of the June Fourth incident, 88-year-old Zhang Xianling, a member of the Tiananmen Mothers, issued a memorial statement calling for the truth to be told, for people to refuse to forget and for justice to be pursued. She recalled how her son died in the incident and criticized the Chinese government’s crackdown.
Solomon Islands vows to review confidential security agreement with China; Australia hopes to deepen police cooperation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
New Solomon Islands Prime Minister Wale said he would review the confidential security agreement with China and meet Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. The two sides agreed to deepen police cooperation and pursue a new treaty.