# AI News 180m Report｜2026-06-03 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 3 of 4

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 235 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 97 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## The hugely popular staged reading “Takakazu Nagaho’s Extremely Scary Stories 2026”

- Published: 2026-06-03T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000303.000041146.html
- anchor: #n649397
- Companies mentioned: ライズコミュニケーション、エイジアプロモーション、オフィス・カルラ、GFA、ジャパンアクションエンタープライズ、声優事務所響、TRUSTAR、バッテリー、プロダクション尾木、吉本興業

The popular staged reading series “Takakazu Nagaho’s Extremely Scary Stories” marks its 5th anniversary in summer 2026, with a special performance at Asakusa Hana Theater. The cast and ticket information have been announced.

## 【Japan’s best starry sky】STARRY NIGHT FES 2026 confirmed for Achi Village, Nagano Prefecture

- Published: 2026-06-03T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000312.000018496.html
- anchor: #n649396
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社阿智昼神観光局、ジェイ・マウンテンズ・セントラル㈱、スタービレッジ阿智誘客促進協議会

株式会社阿智昼神観光局 in Achi Village, Nagano Prefecture, will hold “STARRY NIGHT FES 2026,” a stargazing event featuring music and performances, at the Fujimidai Kogen Ropeway Heavens Sonohara from August 1 to 9, 2026. This year’s event celebrates the 70th anniversary of Achi Village and the venue’s 30th anniversary.

## 【Four Seasons Hotel Osaka】Summer gourmet collection showcasing seasonal delights

- Published: 2026-06-03T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000352.000080380.html
- anchor: #n649395

Four Seasons Hotel Osaka announces its 2026 summer gourmet collection. New sweets and a melon afternoon tea will be available.

## A showdown to crown the young sand champion! The 第二 hurdle in the 3-year-old dirt Triple Crown series, the Tokyo Derby (JpnⅠ), will be held on Wednesday, June 10! Riki Choshu will attend Oi Racecourse as a special guest!!

- Published: 2026-06-03T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000372.000039442.html
- anchor: #n649394

Tokyo City Keiba (TCK) will hold the Tokyo Derby (JpnⅠ), the 2nd race in the 3-year-old dirt Triple Crown, at Oi Racecourse on June 10, 2026. Former professional wrestler Riki Choshu will attend as a special guest and take part in a talk show and the awards ceremony. On the same day, the reserved seats on the 3rd floor of the L-WING stand will reopen as “Wing Seats.”

## 5th planting activity for the “BIOLISS PEACEFUL GREEN” project※１ held on May 28, 2026

- Published: 2026-06-03T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000373.000064425.html
- anchor: #n649393

KOSÉ Cosmeport carried out its 5th tree-planting activity on May 28, 2026, in Ashio Town, Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture, as part of the “BIOLISS PEACEFUL GREEN” project by its hair-care brand “BIOLISS,” planting 400 saplings.

## Named a “Supplier Engagement Leader,” the highest rating in CDP’s Supplier Engagement Assessment, for the 3rd time, following 2022 and 2024

- Published: 2026-06-03T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000408.000099065.html
- anchor: #n649392
- Companies mentioned: CDP、SBTイニシアチブ

Kagome earns CDP’s highest rating in its Supplier Engagement Assessment for the 3rd time. The company was recognized for engaging suppliers in climate change action.

## #34 Announcement of contract agreement (new signing) with player Hiyu Watanabe

- Published: 2026-06-03T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000411.000037407.html
- anchor: #n649391
- Companies mentioned: 茨城ロボッツ、琉球ゴールデンキングス、信州ブレイブウォリアーズ

茨城ロボッツが渡邉飛勇選手と2年契約合意。2026-27シーズンから加入。

## YSL BEAUTY updates its popular gift wrapping. Gift patches featuring heart motifs in 4 colors arrive on Wednesday, June 3.

- Published: 2026-06-03T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000432.000032072.html
- anchor: #n649390

YSL BEAUTY will launch gift patches featuring heart motifs in 4 colors on June 3, 2026. They will be available at its Omotesando flagship boutique and official online store.

## 【Daisō Mitsukuni’s 30th anniversary series】A lineup of all-out comedy! “Shin: Bōsō Mitsukuni The Movie 2026 Kai” confirmed for Saturday, July 25, at Shinsaibashi Kadoza!

- Published: 2026-06-03T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000474.000047561.html
- anchor: #n649389
- Companies mentioned: 松竹芸能株式会社

Mitsukuni Daisō, affiliated with Shochiku Geino, will hold the 2nd event in his 30th anniversary series at Shinsaibashi Kadoza. The strong live show will center on new material.

## ＜Basic policy on the use of AI by the TKC National Association＞Basic policy on the use of AI and necessary measures for accounting firms

- Published: 2026-06-03T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000500.000018852.html
- anchor: #n649388

The TKC National Association (with 11,600 members) has established a basic policy on the use of AI services for accounting firms, along with mandatory provisions for advisory contracts. It prioritizes compliance with the Tax Accountant Act and the Act on the Protection of Personal Information, and requires firms to obtain client consent and verify AI-generated results.

## 約 2.5 万人が有料観覧席で来場！湘南美容クリニック presents SBI 舞花火 in 千葉・稲毛海浜公園（いなげの浜）feat. SKY ORCHESTR♙ 開催レポート

- Published: 2026-06-03T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000502.000032099.html
- anchor: #n649387
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TryHard Japan、TryHard Holdings Limited、株式会社SBI MUSIC CIRCUS、株式会社グレートスカイアー、株式会社ワールドパーク、湘南美容クリニック

About 2.5万人 attended the fireworks event hosted by TryHard Japan. The event offered a new experience combining music and fireworks to mark the 900th anniversary of Chiba’s founding.

## A 1/3-scale “Aloy Carja Shadow” statue from “Horizon Forbidden West” is coming

- Published: 2026-06-03T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000566.000061479.html
- anchor: #n649386

Prime 1 Studio began accepting preorders on June 3 for a 1/3-scale “Aloy Carja Shadow” statue from “Horizon Forbidden West.” It is priced at 545,490 yen (tax included) and is scheduled for release between October 2027 and January 2028.

## Toshinobu Kubota to appear as a guest on “It’s Okay, Nobody’s Listening,” the radio show hosted by Eriko Kitagawa! A special conversation revisits the legendary drama and the story behind the creation of its theme song

- Published: 2026-06-03T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000649.000023172.html
- anchor: #n649385
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ジャパンエフエムネットワーク

Toshinobu Kubota will guest on a radio program produced by JFNC, where he and Eriko Kitagawa will discuss “Long Vacation” and the story behind the creation of its theme song.

## Nishitetsu Wellness Co., Ltd. opens SOELU Studio at Rairia Kasugabaru!

- Published: 2026-06-03T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000940.000017692.html
- anchor: #n649384
- Companies mentioned: SOELU株式会社

Nishitetsu Wellness will open its first Pilates studio, “SOELU Studio,” on the 1st floor of the Rairia Kasugabaru shopping complex in Kasuga, Fukuoka Prefecture, on June 11, 2026. Through an alliance with SOELU, it will offer video content and mugwort steam treatments.

## WILDSIDE YOHJI YAMAMOTO Original Collection

- Published: 2026-06-03T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001052.000034350.html
- anchor: #n649383

WILDSIDE YOHJI YAMAMOTO by 株式会社ヨウジヤマモト will release 3 new swing tops embroidered with anemones on June 6, 2026. A HARAJUKU-exclusive color will also be available.

## Introducing medical information system solutions that advance digital transformation in healthcare—Canon IM to exhibit at the 30th Spring Academic Conference of 日本医療情報学会

- Published: 2026-06-03T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001421.000013943.html
- anchor: #n649382
- Companies mentioned: キヤノンマーケティングジャパングループ、日本医療情報学会

Canon ITS Medical Co., Ltd. (Canon IM) will exhibit at the 30th Spring Academic Conference of 日本医療情報学会, held from June 11 to 13, 2026, and present medical digital transformation solutions including the “PrimeKarte” electronic medical record system, medical cloud services and the “AppCheck” anti-ransomware software.

## Multifunctional Locker “Multi Cube” Reaches a Network of 1,000 Units!

- Published: 2026-06-03T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001442.000017557.html
- anchor: #n649381
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社JR東日本スマートロジスティクス、JR東日本グループ、佐川急便株式会社

JR East Smart Logistics announced that the number of its multifunctional lockers, “Multi-Ecube,” has surpassed 1,000. The service launched in October 2023, and the milestone was reached on May 28, 2026. The company aims to install 2,000 lockers by fiscal 2030.

## “ニッポンのお弁当を、愉しく。”がテーマの新デザイン店舗！『ほっともっと 豪徳寺店』6.3(水)、東京都世田谷区に新規オープン

- Published: 2026-06-03T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001483.000054093.html
- anchor: #n649380
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社プレナス

Plenus will open a new-design “Hotto Motto Gotokuji Store” in Setagaya on June 3.

## [Z-kai] Major renewal of its interactive English-learning service “AI Speaking” from July 1, in partnership with Waseda University AI startup Ekumenopolis!

- Published: 2026-06-03T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001580.000049291.html
- anchor: #n649379
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社エキュメノポリス、株式会社増進会ホールディングス

On July 1, 2026, Z-kai will launch “Z-kai AI Speaking powered by LANGX®,” developed in partnership with Waseda University AI startup Ekumenopolis. The interactive English-learning service will be provided at no additional charge to its correspondence-course students.

## 本木雅弘が語る、60年の歩みと“演じること”。主演映画『黒牢城』カンヌの舞台裏、還暦記念フォトブックへの思いを語る。J-WAVE『TALK TO NEIGHBORS』4日連続登場

- Published: 2026-06-03T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002058.000025404.html
- anchor: #n649378
- Companies mentioned: J-WAVE

俳優・本木雅弘がJ-WAVE番組に4日連続出演。カンヌ映画祭、還暦記念フォトブック、主演映画『黒牢城』について語る。関連イベントも開催。

## The baseball news program “MLB NEXT PITCH” will begin streaming on June 5. Akihiro Nakao will host. The documentary “Yoshinobu Yamamoto: The Quest for the Cy Young” will be available exclusively to Prime Video subscribers at no extra cost.

- Published: 2026-06-03T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002143.000004612.html
- anchor: #n649377
- Companies mentioned: Prime Video、SPOTV

Prime Video will stream an MLB news program and a Yoshinobu Yamamoto documentary starting June 5. In 2026, it will expand its MLB broadcasts to more than 350 games.

## [The Ritz-Carlton, Osaka] An afternoon tea and lunch buffet inspired by picnics will be offered in the season when the sun feels especially pleasant.

- Published: 2026-06-03T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002704.000011305.html
- anchor: #n649376

The Ritz-Carlton, Osaka, will offer the afternoon tea “Color Palette: Summer Picnic” from June 18, 2026, and the lunch buffet “Italian Seaside Picnic” from June 24. The summer-only menu, created by the French-born executive pastry chef, features colorful sweets and savory dishes themed around picnics.

## 飲食店のデザート・締めの一品、重視するポイント1位は30代「味」・40代「価格」。約77％が「最後まで楽しめる工夫がある」と評価

- Published: 2026-06-03T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002831.000044800.html
- anchor: #n649375
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社NEXER、ミクリード

A joint survey by ミクリード and 株式会社NEXER analyzed attitudes toward restaurant desserts and final dishes among people in their 30s and 40s. 36.0% of those in their 30s and 26.0% of those in their 40s said they had ordered them. About 77% appreciated “ways to make the meal enjoyable through to the end.”

## Yuji joins as a guest! His passion for cars sparks a rapport with Chocopla’s Osada. “Mukai and Osada’s Car Onsen Channel” #77 starts with guest Yuji on Saturday, June 6, at 21:00.

- Published: 2026-06-03T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005075.000029501.html
- anchor: #n649374
- Companies mentioned: BSよしもと、トヨタモビリティ東京、ソニー損害保険

BSよしもとの旅番組にユージがゲスト出演。車愛溢れるトークや独自のキャリア戦略を披露する。

## foodable, a subscription service for home appliances and food, launches a 5th-anniversary campaign. Sign up during the campaign period for a first month at 980 yen, including tax and shipping.

- Published: 2026-06-03T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000006752.000003442.html
- anchor: #n649373
- Companies mentioned: パナソニック株式会社

Panasonic’s subscription service “foodable” will hold a 5th-anniversary campaign from June 3 to July 27, 2026. New subscribers to eligible plans can get their first month for 980 yen.

## New Neon Collection and Glassy Collection items from “Puella Magi Madoka Magica”!

- Published: 2026-06-03T15:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008413.000016756.html
- anchor: #n649372
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ムービック、アニメイト、ムービック通信販売

Movic has announced new “Neon Collection” and “Glassy Collection” products from “Puella Magi Madoka Magica.” They are scheduled for release in mid-August 2026, and preorders are now open.

## [Muroran, Hokkaido] Event experiences offered as hometown-tax donation gifts. Applications open for a meal voucher with a priority-purchase pass for the “Yakitori JAPAN Festival”! General advance tickets also on sale.

- Published: 2026-06-03T14:59:28+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000129907.html
- anchor: #n649042
- Companies mentioned: 楽天、ふるさとチョイス、チケットぴあ、セブン-イレブン、ファミリーマート

Muroran, Hokkaido, has begun offering meal vouchers with priority-purchase passes for the “Yakitori JAPAN Festival,” scheduled for August 2026, as hometown-tax donation gifts. The initiative aims to attract visitors to the event and boost local spending.

## [PARCELLE JEWELRY Shinjuku store (新宿髙島屋)] June jewelry events announced

- Published: 2026-06-03T14:57:38+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000318.000139789.html
- anchor: #n649043
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社PARCELLE、新宿髙島屋

PARCELLE JEWELRY’s Shinjuku store has announced its June events: an alexandrite semi-custom order event, TRUNK SHOW, CARAVAN and STONE marché.

## Fitness equipped with the finest design. Luxury fitness brand “PENT.” to be installed at luxury residence “イートンプレイス神園町”.

- Published: 2026-06-03T14:56:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000003.000125846.html
- anchor: #n649044
- Companies mentioned: イートンプレイス神園町

株式会社Rainbow Circle has installed a full range of equipment from Polish luxury fitness brand “PENT.” at the luxury residence “イートンプレイス神園町,” next to Yoyogi Park in Tokyo. The initiative provides fitness gear that is also attractive as interior decor and aims to enhance well-being in luxury homes.

## [Oisix Niigata] NGT48 members set to appear at the Yakult game on June 14

- Published: 2026-06-03T14:54:42+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000089.000156814.html
- anchor: #n649045
- Companies mentioned: 東京ヤクルトスワローズ、オイシックス・ラ・大地 株式会社

Oisix Niigata has invited 3 NGT48 members as guests for the Yakult game on June 14. Events including a talk show and a raffle will be held.

## [June 6 (Saturday)–26 (Friday)] “Food Paradise Tottori Prefecture × Food Capital Kumamoto Prefecture Fair” at Kappo BUTAI. A limited-time set meal featuring shared local specialties from both prefectures, including wagyu beef and watermelon.

- Published: 2026-06-03T14:52:53+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000602.000019559.html
- anchor: #n649046
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社八芳園、千代むすび酒造、松本酒造場、大山ワイナリー、藤原みそこうじ店

Happo-en will hold a Tottori-Kumamoto fair at Kappo BUTAI, offering a limited-time set meal featuring wagyu beef and watermelon from both prefectures.

## Key topics, keynote speeches and prominent speakers announced for the 18th “HR Japan Summit 2026”

- Published: 2026-06-03T14:52:14+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000229.000095834.html
- anchor: #n649047

Marcus Evans Events Japan Limited will hold the 18th “HR Japan Summit 2026,” a human resources event for executives, at Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo on July 7–8, 2026. Heads of human resources departments and solution providers will gather to discuss challenges and solutions.

## 【愛犬と涼しく夏旅！夏季特別プラン最大15％OFF】1日1組限定貸切プライベートドッグラン・プール付きのヴィラ「Imitelis Biotop-イミテリスビオトープ-」

- Published: 2026-06-03T14:50:53+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000718.000052784.html
- anchor: #n649048
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ブッキングリゾート

Inuyado, operated by 株式会社ブッキングリゾート, has begun offering a summer-only special plan with up to 15% off at “Imitelis Biotop,” a villa in Chiba Prefecture with a private dog run and pool.

## [More than 1,000 groups flocked to the store during Golden Week] Hands-on accessory shop “Love Lab,” where items can be made on the spot, saw all-day queues at some locations. First Kansai-area store and IP collaborations also in the works.

- Published: 2026-06-03T14:46:46+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000167249.html
- anchor: #n649049
- Companies mentioned: Ninevation株式会社

Ninevation株式会社’s hands-on accessory shop “Love Lab” welcomed more than 1,000 groups across 3 stores during Golden Week 2026. The company is planning a Kansai-area location and IP collaborations.

## For bridal gifts, formal occasions, casual presents and personal gifts, too.

- Published: 2026-06-03T14:45:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000194.000003501.html
- anchor: #n649050
- Companies mentioned: ル・クルーゼ ジャポン

ル・クルーゼ ジャポン is holding a free gift-wrapping campaign. It runs from June 2 to 21, 2025.

## Nantou County Government teams up with Compal Electronics to transform wasteland into Yufeng Park

- Published: 2026-06-03T17:49:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202606030250.aspx
- anchor: #n654020
- Companies mentioned: 環電股份有限公司

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## Councilor urges creation of a monitoring system to prevent rodent infestations; Hsinchu City launches a form for reporting rodenticide placement

- Published: 2026-06-03T17:48:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202606030249.aspx
- anchor: #n654021

Hsinchu City Councilor Cheng Mei-chuan questioned the city government, calling for a science-based system to monitor rodent infestations. The Environmental Protection Bureau said it has established a cloud-based reporting system.

## Taichung man scammed while buying waxberries online; alert supermarket clerk reports case and helps police intervene

- Published: 2026-06-03T17:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202606030247.aspx
- anchor: #n654023
- Companies mentioned: 台中市警察局第三分局、勤工派出所

A 71-year-old man surnamed Chen in Taichung was scammed while buying waxberries online. The seller asked him to use an ATM under the pretext of real-name verification, but an alert supermarket clerk called police, who arrived and successfully stopped the scam.

## Ko Chih-en proposes 5 “雄好騎” policies to build a healthy, low-carbon new port city

- Published: 2026-06-03T17:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202606030248.aspx
- anchor: #n654022

Ko Chih-en, the KMT’s candidate for Kaohsiung mayor, proposed 5 “雄好騎” policies, including YouBike discounts, services friendly to older people, upgraded routes, AI dispatching and light rail integration, with the goal of building a healthy, low-carbon green transport city.

## 公共工程金質獎7月開放報名 提升節能評分指標

- Published: 2026-06-03T17:43:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202606030246.aspx
- anchor: #n654024

Applications for the 26th Public Construction Golden Quality Award will be accepted from July 1 to 31. This year, the award will strengthen its recommendation and inspection processes and raise the scoring criteria for energy conservation and carbon reduction.

## Banana Brother weeps with emotion as debut anniversary 26th-year fan meeting draws a packed crowd

- Published: 2026-06-03T17:42:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202606030245.aspx
- anchor: #n654017
- Companies mentioned: YOYO家族

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## Do not bring pork from African swine fever zones into Taiwan during the Dragon Boat Festival; fines can reach NT$1 million

- Published: 2026-06-03T17:40:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202606030244.aspx
- anchor: #n654018
- Companies mentioned: 內政部移民署、世界動物衛生組織（WOAH）

The National Immigration Agency reminded the public not to bring pork products from African swine fever zones into Taiwan during the Dragon Boat Festival, warning that fines can reach NT$1 million. Last year, 542 people were fined, and 144 foreign travelers were denied entry.

## 集水區降雨量不足歷史同期5成 水利署：南部供水6月底前無虞

- Published: 2026-06-03T17:38:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606030243.aspx
- anchor: #n654019
- Companies mentioned: 經濟部水利署、中央氣象署

經濟部水利署表示南部供水至6月底無虞，儘管降雨量不足歷史同期5成。

## Preventing chronic kidney disease from progressing to dialysis: Hou Sheng Association calls for a national-level office

- Published: 2026-06-03T17:33:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202606030242.aspx
- anchor: #n653807
- Companies mentioned: 彰濱秀傳紀念醫院、財團法人厚生基金會、中華民國醫師公會全國聯合會

The Legislative Yuan's Hou Sheng Association and experts urged the government to establish a national-level kidney disease office and make reducing the number of new dialysis patients a core KPI.

## Havel's Bench unveiled; Chiang Wan-an hopes for dialogue and cooperation between political parties

- Published: 2026-06-03T17:32:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202606030241.aspx
- anchor: #n653808
- Companies mentioned: 台北市政府、捷克經濟文化辦事處、捷克中心台北、外交部

Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an and Czech Senate President Miloš Vystrčil and others unveiled Taiwan's first "Havel's Bench" on June 3. The bench symbolizes democratic dialogue and inclusion. Chiang used the occasion to call for dialogue and cooperation among different political parties in Taiwan.

## Alleged fake withdrawal scheme financier indicted and transferred to court; Taipei District Court sets bail at NT$16 million

- Published: 2026-06-03T17:27:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202606030239.aspx
- anchor: #n653810
- Companies mentioned: 美樂公司

Wang Jingqi, financier of the alleged fake withdrawal scheme group "美樂公司," was indicted, and the Taipei District Court set bail at NT$16 million.

## Wu Nai-ren subject to warrant in 台糖 case; Taichung court: if not handled in accordance with the law

- Published: 2026-06-03T17:27:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202606030240.aspx
- anchor: #n653809
- Companies mentioned: 台糖、春龍公司

Former Democratic Progressive Party secretary-general Wu Nai-ren was subject to enforcement proceedings over NT$170 million in civil damages in the 台糖 land case. The Taichung District Court asked the Taipei District Court to apprehend him, but he has not yet been taken into custody.

## Pingtung forges ties with Florida's Broward County, signs economic and education MOU

- Published: 2026-06-03T17:25:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202606030237.aspx
- anchor: #n653812

Pingtung County and Broward County, Florida, signed a sister-county agreement and an MOU on June 3. The two sides will deepen exchanges in trade, education, environmental sustainability and other areas.

## Builder falls victim to fake investment scam; goldsmith association releases gold bar serial numbers to aid investigation

- Published: 2026-06-03T17:25:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202606030238.aspx
- anchor: #n653811
- Companies mentioned: 全國銀樓同業公會、瑞士銀行（UBS）、新竹縣政府警察局新埔分局、台灣新竹地方檢察署

A builder surnamed Chiu in Hsinchu was scammed in a fake investment scheme, losing more than NT$65 million, including a large quantity of UBS gold bars. The goldsmith association published the bars' serial numbers, urging businesses to halt transactions and notify police.

## Taiwanese cartoonists shine in international competitions; Li Yuan hails a new era for Taiwanese comics

- Published: 2026-06-03T17:24:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202606030235.aspx
- anchor: #n653814
- Companies mentioned: KADOKAWA（角川）

Taiwanese cartoonist Chang Sheng was nominated for 2 major Eisner Awards in the United States, while three Taiwanese cartoonists won awards at Japan's Kadokawa World Manga Competition. Culture Minister Li Yuan praised the achievements of Taiwanese comics and announced that Taiwan will hold its first international comics festival in 2027.

## AI Meets ESG forum: Hu Wan-ling says platform for industry, government and academia dialogue aims to address challenges

- Published: 2026-06-03T17:24:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606030236.aspx
- anchor: #n653813
- Companies mentioned: 中央通訊社、台糖公司、安能聚綠能股份有限公司、隆興冷凍廠股份有限公司、麗文文化事業

The Central News Agency held the Kaohsiung session of its AI Meets ESG forum. President Hu Wan-ling said she hoped to establish a platform for dialogue among industry, government and academia.

## Demand for corporate carbon-reduction talent rises; continuing education helps workers earn certifications

- Published: 2026-06-03T17:20:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202606030234.aspx
- anchor: #n653704

The Yunlin-Chiayi-Tainan Regional Branch of the Workforce Development Agency, Ministry of Labor, launched net-zero carbon courses to help employed workers earn the iPAS Net Zero Carbon Planning and Management certificate. Student Wang Xiangming shared his experience, and branch director Liu Bang-dong explained the subsidy program.

## Cabinet: ART commitments recognized; US Section 301 tariffs on Taiwan lower than those on Japan and South Korea

- Published: 2026-06-03T17:15:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202606030233.aspx
- anchor: #n653705
- Companies mentioned: 美國貿易代表署(USTR)、美國商務部

美國擬對台灣等14國課徵10%的301條款關稅，因台灣與美簽署ART並獲肯認，稅率低於日韓等國的12.5%。

## Typhoon Goni brings torrential rain to Tokyo metropolitan area; authorities issue flood and landslide alerts

- Published: 2026-06-03T17:13:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606030232.aspx
- anchor: #n653706
- Companies mentioned: 日本航空、全日空、日本鐵路公司（JR）

Typhoon Goni made landfall in Wakayama Prefecture, Japan, bringing torrential rain to the Tokyo metropolitan area and causing major transport disruptions. Authorities issued multiple alerts.

## Myanmar foreign minister to visit China on 6/4; Beijing says talks will focus on deepening cooperation

- Published: 2026-06-03T17:12:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202606030231.aspx
- anchor: #n653596

At the invitation of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, Myanmar Foreign Minister Tin Maung Swe will visit China from June 4 to 6. It will be his first visit to China in his current role, with the aim of deepening the China-Myanmar community of shared future.

## 南電5月營收同期次高 精測衝新高今年估逐月增

- Published: 2026-06-03T17:12:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606030230.aspx
- anchor: #n653595

南電5月營收44.4億元創同期次高，精測5月營收5.42億元創單月新高，兩者均受AI需求帶動。

## Global AI computing capacity crunch: NVIDIA says it is relying on Taiwan's ecosystem to expand production

- Published: 2026-06-03T17:11:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606030229.aspx
- anchor: #n653597
- Companies mentioned: 輝達（NVIDIA）

Narasimhan, marketing director for NVIDIA's AI and data center GPU products, said at GTC Taipei on June 3 that global demand for AI computing capacity far exceeds supply. The next-generation Vera Rubin architecture is already in full-scale production, and Taiwan's ecosystem is needed to help expand capacity.

## Kaohsiung businesses donate YouBike stations to create greener commutes in industrial parks

- Published: 2026-06-03T17:10:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202606030228.aspx
- anchor: #n653598
- Companies mentioned: 日月光半導體、微笑單車

On World Bicycle Day, June 3, the Kaohsiung City Transportation Bureau and the Industrial Development Administration of the Ministry of Economic Affairs joined companies in the Nanzih Technology Industrial Park, including 日月光半導體, to donate YouBike stations and bicycles to promote green commuting. They also introduced the "YouBike Carbon Reduction Passbook" app, aiming to build Taiwan's first net-zero industrial park through public-private cooperation.

## Lai Ching-te backs child-rearing, urges swift passage of revisions for 18 population-policy measures

- Published: 2026-06-03T17:07:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202606030227.aspx
- anchor: #n653599
- Companies mentioned: 行政院、立法院、勞動部

Lai Ching-te announced at the Central Standing Committee meeting that the 行政院 had sent draft amendments to the Gender Equality in Employment Act and Employment Insurance Act to the 立法院. The proposals include extending maternity leave, paternity leave and the age limit for parental leave, and he urged that the amendments be passed as soon as possible.

## Taiwan dollar rises 0.5 fen to close at NT$31.44

- Published: 2026-06-03T17:06:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606030225.aspx
- anchor: #n653602

The Taiwan dollar rose 0.5 fen against the US dollar at the June 3 close, ending at NT$31.44. Trading totaled US$1.749 billion.

## CPR and AED revive man found collapsed without a pulse; Hou You-yi commends police officers

- Published: 2026-06-03T17:06:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202606030226.aspx
- anchor: #n653600
- Companies mentioned: 衛生福利部雙和醫院

New Taipei City Mayor Hou You-yi commended officers from the Zhonghe Precinct for successfully reviving an OHCA patient with CPR and an AED.

## Middle East war deals blow to global economy; OECD cuts 2026 growth forecast

- Published: 2026-06-03T17:05:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606030224.aspx
- anchor: #n653601
- Companies mentioned: 經濟合作暨發展組織（OECD）

The OECD warned that the war in the Middle East is dealing a major blow to the global economy and cut its 2026 growth forecast.

## Lin Chia-lung: Taiwan will strengthen Czech industrial competitiveness and build a democratic supply chain together

- Published: 2026-06-03T17:03:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202606030223.aspx
- anchor: #n653603

Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung said Taiwan will strengthen the competitiveness of Czech industries and build a democratic supply chain together. He hosted a luncheon on the 2nd for Czech Senate President Miloš Vystrčil, with both sides emphasizing the potential for cooperation in fields including semiconductors.

## First carbon fee totals nearly NT$5 billion; environmental groups say higher rates should be announced by year-end

- Published: 2026-06-03T17:02:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606030221.aspx
- anchor: #n653490

The Ministry of Environment announced that the first carbon fee totaled NT$4.97 billion. Environmental groups urged the government to announce the next rate by year-end to strengthen incentives to cut emissions. They also made recommendations on carbon fee subsidies, saying polluters should not be subsidized and that the experiences of Japan and California should be considered.

## Taiwan People's Party decides not to nominate candidate for Changhua County magistrate; Tsai Pi-ru says she is disappointed but respects decision

- Published: 2026-06-03T17:02:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202606030222.aspx
- anchor: #n653489
- Companies mentioned: 台灣民眾黨

民眾黨選決會決議2026年彰化縣長選舉不提名。蔡壁如尊重但遺憾，認為基層期待藍白合作。

## Understanding Canada's opening remarks: talk about "land" before the meeting

- Published: 2026-06-03T17:01:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606033003.aspx
- anchor: #n653594

In Canada, public acknowledgments of the land are common, recognizing that the location is on unceded Indigenous territory. The practice originated in a 2015 report by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission and aims to reflect on historical persecution. Opinions vary: some see it as a formality, while others view it as an opportunity for cultural understanding and reconciliation.

## Weiwuying presents theater education showcase; students from 8 schools use staged readings to respond to the times

- Published: 2026-06-03T16:58:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202606030219.aspx
- anchor: #n653492

Weiwuying held a theater education showcase, where students from 8 schools used staged readings to respond to issues of the day.

## 財金公司 system maintenance to suspend ATM interbank services at 4 a.m. on the 6th and 13th

- Published: 2026-06-03T16:58:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606030220.aspx
- anchor: #n653491
- Companies mentioned: 財金公司

財金公司 announced that ATM interbank services will be suspended for 15-30 minutes at 4 a.m. on June 6 and 13 for system maintenance.

## US retaliates against China for expelling journalists; Beijing in turn urges US to protect rights of Chinese reporters

- Published: 2026-06-03T16:57:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202606030218.aspx
- anchor: #n653493
- Companies mentioned: 紐約時報、新華社、美國之音、澎湃新聞

After the Trump-Xi meeting, China and the United States have expelled each other's journalists. The United States revoked the visa of a 新華社 employee over China's expulsion of a 紐約時報 reporter. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning responded by urging the United States to protect the lawful rights and interests of Chinese journalists in the country, and said the United States was responsible for starting the media dispute.

## Multiple hideouts found at zombie vape packing site; Criminal Investigation Bureau lays a net and arrests 3 suspects

- Published: 2026-06-03T16:54:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202606030217.aspx
- anchor: #n653383
- Companies mentioned: 警政署刑事局、桃園地檢署、士林地院

The Criminal Investigation Bureau's 9th Investigation Corps raided a drug-laced zombie vape packaging site in Guishan District, Taoyuan City, on May 9 this year, arresting the ringleader, a man surnamed Lin, who was wanted for drug trafficking, and 2 accomplices. Officers seized a large quantity of etomidate ingredients and mixed vape oil (market value about NT$2.5 million), melon-flavored tablets (market value about NT$550,000), and packaging equipment.

## Number of university entrance exam applicants in China falls by 450,000, down for 2 consecutive years

- Published: 2026-06-03T16:51:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202606030216.aspx
- anchor: #n653385
- Companies mentioned: 中國教育部、財新

China had 12.9 million applicants for its 2025 national college entrance exam, down 450,000 from the previous year and marking a decline for 2 consecutive years.

## China Motor targets autonomous logistics, Win Semiconductors plans 6G communications; wins more than NT$100 million in Ministry of Economic Affairs A+ subsidies

- Published: 2026-06-03T16:47:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606030213.aspx
- anchor: #n653387
- Companies mentioned: 勤崴國際科技、菱光科技、船舶暨海洋產業研發中心

The Ministry of Economic Affairs' Department of Industrial Technology approved 3 A+ projects, providing NT$280 million in subsidies to China Motor Corporation, Win Semiconductors and LILIN.

## 嘉義2男涉毒駕遭聲押 1人請回、1人恐再犯獲裁准

- Published: 2026-06-03T16:47:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202606030214.aspx
- anchor: #n653386
- Companies mentioned: 嘉義縣警察局中埔分局、嘉義縣警察局水上分局、嘉義地檢署、嘉義地方法院

Chiayi County police on June 2 caught 2 men suspected of driving under the influence of drugs, and prosecutors sought their detention. The court released Zhang without bail for lack of evidence, but ordered Chen detained over the risk he would reoffend.

## Taichung Metro has had 4 malfunctions in less than half a year; DPP caucus calls for full investigation

- Published: 2026-06-03T16:47:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202606030215.aspx
- anchor: #n653384
- Companies mentioned: 台中捷運公司

A fault in the signal system’s SMIO board caused a power outage on the Taichung Metro Green Line on the morning of June 3, delaying service across the line by 21 minutes. The DPP caucus criticized the system for malfunctioning 4 times in half a year and called for a full investigation.

## Thailand’s former prime minister Thaksin pardoned by king; daughter says family is grateful and delighted

- Published: 2026-06-03T16:46:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606030212.aspx
- anchor: #n653388
- Companies mentioned: 為泰黨 (Pheu Thai)

Thailand’s former prime minister Thaksin received a royal pardon, clearing the remainder of his sentence and removing his electronic ankle monitor, restoring his freedom. His daughter Pintongta spoke on behalf of the family, expressing their gratitude and delight.

## Realtors: Homes are getting older as buyers purchase; Taipei’s average home age at purchase of 37 years leads the six special municipalities

- Published: 2026-06-03T16:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606030210.aspx
- anchor: #n650992
- Companies mentioned: 台灣房屋、內政部

台灣房屋引用內政部數據指出，2025年第4季全台住宅買賣平均屋齡達31.7年，創歷史新高。台北市平均購屋屋齡37年為六都最老，桃園市27.4年最年輕。主因是房價高漲與都更危老重建熱絡。

## UBS cites 2 key factors, expects US may signal rate cuts before year-end

- Published: 2026-06-03T16:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606030211.aspx
- anchor: #n650991
- Companies mentioned: 瑞銀（UBS）、美國聯準會（Fed）

UBS expects the US Federal Reserve may signal rate cuts before the end of this year, mainly because inflation expectations are falling and the labor market is weak. It also forecasts that the dollar could depreciate by 3% by then.

## Lai Ching-te again offers condolences to family of pilot killed on duty, vows to fully investigate accident

- Published: 2026-06-03T16:43:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202606030209.aspx
- anchor: #n650993
- Companies mentioned: 空軍、國防部、民進黨

民進黨主席賴清德對空軍T-34C教練機墜毀事故中殉職的兩名飛官表達哀悼，要求查明原因。

## Taiwan Chemicals teams up with Japanese company to enter semiconductor supply chain, begin mass production by year-end

- Published: 2026-06-03T16:40:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606030208.aspx
- anchor: #n650994
- Companies mentioned: 日本聚丙烯公司（JPP）

Taiwan Chemicals is partnering with Japan’s JPP to develop ultra-clean metallocene PP materials for the semiconductor supply chain, with mass production expected to begin by year-end.

## Taoyuan councilor Zhan Jiangcun criticizes students; Wu Ling Senior High School condemns online witch hunts and bullying

- Published: 2026-06-03T16:39:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202606030207.aspx
- anchor: #n650995

Taoyuan Mayor Chang San-cheng attended Wu Ling Senior High School’s graduation ceremony, where students called him the “Xindian mayor,” prompting city councilor Zhan Jiangcun to criticize them. The school issued a statement condemning online bullying, and students signed a petition demanding an apology. Zhan refused.

## Construction site fire in Luzhou, New Taipei; 5 workers guided to safety by police and firefighters

- Published: 2026-06-03T16:37:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202606030206.aspx
- anchor: #n650996

A fire broke out at a construction site in Luzhou, New Taipei. 5 workers were trapped but rescued, and the fire is now under control.

## Dogs abandoned in Tainan’s Longqi District came from another county; city says dogs and vehicle came from Kaohsiung

- Published: 2026-06-03T16:36:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202606030205.aspx
- anchor: #n650997
- Companies mentioned: 高雄市政府動保處、高雄市政府農業局、台南市政府農業局

Dogs were abandoned in Tainan’s Longqi District from another county, and the city government confirmed that the vehicle and dogs came from Kaohsiung.

## Far EasTone shares hit record high, topping NT$100 for the first time

- Published: 2026-06-03T16:32:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606030204.aspx
- anchor: #n650891
- Companies mentioned: 亞太電信

Far EasTone Telecommunications shares topped NT$100 for the first time, setting a record high. The stock has risen more than those of the other major telecom companies this year, reflecting the benefits of its merger with 亞太電信 and its AI transformation.

## Japan government drafts supplementary budget of more than 3 trillion yen in response to Middle East situation

- Published: 2026-06-03T16:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606030203.aspx
- anchor: #n650785
- Companies mentioned: 日本放送協會（NHK）、朝日新聞、讀賣新聞、路透社

日本政府通過3兆1135億日圓追加預算因應中東局勢，財源全額舉債。

## DPP councilor calls for expanded benefits for maternity transport; Hsinchu City says it will consider the proposal

- Published: 2026-06-03T16:28:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606030202.aspx
- anchor: #n650786
- Companies mentioned: 新竹市政府社會處

DPP Hsinchu City Councilor Liu Kang-yen questioned officials on June 3, proposing that the maternity transport subsidy be increased from 6,000 yuan to 12,000 yuan, that the period of use be extended to 1 year after childbirth, and that eligible destinations include parent-child centers, among other changes. He also proposed allowing shared caregivers to use the service. Hsinchu City’s Social Affairs Department said it would consider the proposals.

## Legislature committee gives initial approval to life imprisonment for illegal sand mining for profit that results in death

- Published: 2026-06-03T16:25:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202606030199.aspx
- anchor: #n650789

The Legislative Yuan’s Economics Committee gave initial approval to a draft amendment to the Soil and Water Conservation and Aggregate Extraction Act that would sharply increase penalties.

## Crowds turn out in Penghu for license renewal by older drivers; one-stop service delights seniors

- Published: 2026-06-03T16:25:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202606030200.aspx
- anchor: #n650788
- Companies mentioned: 交通部公路局高雄監理所、澎湖監理站

A new license renewal system for drivers aged 70 and older has taken effect in Penghu County. The Kaohsiung Motor Vehicles Office of the Directorate General of Highways is providing one-stop service, with the first session held at the Guangrong Community in Magong.

## Online drug sales draw scrutiny; Lin Yi-jing hopes anti-fraud reporting experience can be applied to fighting drugs

- Published: 2026-06-03T16:25:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606030201.aspx
- anchor: #n650787
- Companies mentioned: 台灣網路資訊中心（TWNIC）

Digital Affairs Minister Lin Yi-jing told the Legislative Yuan that the government would draw on its anti-fraud experience to establish an online drug reporting mechanism. Recent drug-impaired driving incidents have drawn attention. The ministry has used AI monitoring and interagency cooperation to block illegal web domains, and worked with TWNIC to take down illegal websites within 2 hours.

## Ministry of Justice launches amendments to prevent drug-impaired driving; Lu Shiow-yen says justice system must act decisively

- Published: 2026-06-03T16:23:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202606030198.aspx
- anchor: #n650790

The Ministry of Justice has launched amendments to prevent drug-impaired driving. Lu Shiow-yen called for tougher penalties to be implemented decisively and voiced concern over higher summer electricity rates.

## Xiao Zhen’s relationship with younger boyfriend is steady; Jian Shaonian jokes that an older girlfriend’s strengths will become clear

- Published: 2026-06-03T16:23:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202606030197.aspx
- anchor: #n650783

Entertainer Xiao Zhen and fortune-teller Jian Shaonian attended a food delivery platform event on the 3rd. Xiao Zhen said she is in a stable relationship with her boyfriend, who is 7 years younger, and will let marriage take its natural course. Jian said relationships between older women and younger men are a trend. Xiao Zhen also clarified that her daughter Emma has not had plastic surgery.

## Foxconn Industrial Internet: Nvidia Vera Rubin deliveries ramping up; cautiously optimistic about next year

- Published: 2026-06-03T16:21:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606030196.aspx
- anchor: #n650784
- Companies mentioned: 鴻海、輝達（NVIDIA）

Foxconn Industrial Internet Chairman Zheng Hong-meng said products based on Nvidia’s Vera Rubin architecture are already in mass production and can be delivered gradually, with strong market response. He is cautiously optimistic about prospects for 2027.

## Wind turbine catches fire in Mailiao; Taipower to inspect all 75 units of same model within 1 month

- Published: 2026-06-03T16:15:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606030195.aspx
- anchor: #n650582
- Companies mentioned: 經濟部、能源署

台電雲林麥寮風場17號機組5月31日中午起火，經濟部要求全面清查老舊風機。台電將在1個月內查檢全台75部同型Vestas機組，並成立專家小組調查起火原因。

## Middle East war drives up energy costs, EBRD cuts outlook for European economy

- Published: 2026-06-03T16:13:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606030194.aspx
- anchor: #n650581
- Companies mentioned: 歐洲復興開發銀行（EBRD）

歐洲復興開發銀行（EBRD） cut its economic growth forecast, citing the impact of energy prices from the Middle East war. Natural gas prices in Europe are 5 times those in the United States, and the gap is widening.

## El Niño threat looms; Indigenous villages in Guatemala fear return of famine crisis

- Published: 2026-06-03T16:09:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606030192.aspx
- anchor: #n650378

El Niño is approaching, and drought has put the Indigenous village of Cunén in Guatemala at risk of famine, affecting about 2.5 million people.

## Three major institutional investors buy net NT$51.565 billion in Taiwan stocks

- Published: 2026-06-03T16:09:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606030193.aspx
- anchor: #n650376

台股3日大漲901.85點，收46459.16點，成交值1兆4508.77億元。三大法人同步買超515.65億元。

## Swiss referendum proposal to cap population at 10 million; poll finds more than half of voters oppose it

- Published: 2026-06-03T16:05:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606030191.aspx
- anchor: #n650377
- Companies mentioned: GFS Bern、瑞士廣播公司（SRG）、瑞士人民黨（SVP）

Switzerland will hold a referendum on a population cap of 10 million on June 14. The latest poll shows 52% oppose the proposal and 45% support it.

## 微軟 unveils next-generation quantum chip Majorana 2; reliability improves a thousandfold

- Published: 2026-06-03T16:02:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ait/202606030190.aspx
- anchor: #n650379
- Companies mentioned: 微軟

微軟 unveiled the Majorana 2 quantum chip at the Microsoft Build 2026 conference, saying its reliability has improved a thousandfold. The goal is to achieve a commercial quantum computer by the end of 2029.

## Woman who swindled 3 Americans out of NT$170 million sentenced to 12 and a half years in first-instance ruling

- Published: 2026-06-03T15:58:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202606030189.aspx
- anchor: #n650380

A female member of a fraud ring, identified by her surname Liao, swindled more than NT$170 million from 3 American victims through romance scams. She was arrested after returning to Taiwan and sentenced to 12 years and 6 months in the first-instance ruling.

## UserJoy to release 4 new games in second half, sees quarterly revenue growth this year

- Published: 2026-06-03T15:56:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606030188.aspx
- anchor: #n650213

UserJoy Technology Chairman Liu Hsin announced that the company will release 4 new games in the second half. Along with an update to FFXIV, he expects revenue to grow quarter by quarter. The company will strengthen its IP, expand overseas and adopt AI.

## AI and semiconductor stocks lift Japanese shares; Nikkei closes up more than 2%

- Published: 2026-06-03T15:55:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606030187.aspx
- anchor: #n650209

Japanese stocks rose on gains in AI and semiconductor shares. The Nikkei closed up more than 2%, while the TOPIX hit a record high.