Airbus A350-1000ULR, the world’s longest-range aircraft, completes maiden flight
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Airbus’s ultra-long-range A350-1000ULR has completed its maiden flight. It boasts the world’s longest range, enabling カンタス航空’s planned nonstop Sydney–London service.
Distinctive 250cc models arrive in Japan! Deliveries begin for the “NEW AGE CRUISER” BENDA Napoleon Bob 250 and Morbidelli C252V.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
株式会社プロト has begun importing China’s BENDA Napoleon Bob 250 and Italy’s Morbidelli C252V as officially authorized models in Japan. The initial lot has sold out, with the next shipment expected in July. These distinctive 250cc cruisers are bringing a fresh wave to the Japanese market.
Colorful Palette’s “花になれ” takes 1st place on the Oricon Enka and Kayō Singles Weekly Ranking
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Colorful Palette’s single “花になれ” took 1st place on the Oricon Weekly Enka and Kayō Singles Ranking. The result showed the cross-genre support for the unit, which is active in both pop and enka.
Companies mentioned:CIMS Music Entertainment、有限会社エグザムプランニング、PCI MUSIC、日本クラウン
Dental and Oral Health Fair to Be Held / Kawanishi City, Hyogo Prefecture
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Kawanishi City, Hyogo Prefecture, will hold a “Dental and Oral Health Fair” on June 7 jointly with the city’s dental association. The event will offer dental checkups for children, a chewing assessment gum activity and oral frailty checks, and promote awareness of the 8020 campaign.
Saijo City Relocation Seminar in Tokyo to Be Held June 13 (Sat.) and 14 (Sun.)
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Saijo City will hold relocation seminars in Tokyo on June 13 and 14. The event will introduce the city’s appeal and feature stories from people who have relocated there, with attendees invited to a tour afterward.
Art Brut 2026 Traveling Exhibition “Imagination Training!—Drawing Out, Connecting, Here in This Place—” to Be Held at three venues in Tokyo
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
東京都 and Shibuya Park Street Gallery will jointly hold a traveling Art Brut exhibition with はじまりの美術館 from October 2026. The exhibition will introduce the unique ideas and expressions of 7 groups of artists through their works.
Kids’ brand “LITTLE LYKKE,” bringing colorful, POP “small happiness,” grand-opens its WEB STORE.
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
Univertex株式会社 will open the official WEB STORE for kids’ brand “LITTLE LYKKE” on June 1, 2026, and make its first appearance at the international trade show “Playtime Paris” in Paris, France, from June 27–29, 2026.
Critical care medicine added as a designated specialty, with more than a hundred specialists expected to be added annually
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Ministry of Health and Welfare has added critical care medicine as a designated specialty, launching a specialist training and certification system. Hung Fang-ming, convener of the preparatory committee, said the first designated specialty exam is expected to be held the year after next (Year 117), with more than 100 critical care specialists expected to be added each year thereafter.
Chinese Spy Journalist Charged With Gathering Intelligence on Pro-Taiwan Politicians in Czech Republic, a First
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Yang Yiming, a journalist for Chinese Communist Party media, was charged in the Czech Republic with working for a Chinese intelligence agency and gathering information on pro-Taiwan politicians.
A former principal of Pingxi Junior High School in New Taipei City, surnamed Chen, was sentenced to 1 year and 6 months in prison, suspended for 3 years, for favoring a contractor by bypassing open bidding on a school library renovation project in 2021 and submitting false invoices to claim payment. The contractor benefited by more than NT$40,000.
Lebanon’s Middle East Airlines Risks Flying Passengers Amid War, Draws Complaint From Pilots’ Group
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
IFALPA complained that Middle East Airlines forced pilots to fly near airstrike zones amid the fighting and punished pilots who reported safety incidents. Lebanon’s Civil Aviation Authority has launched a safety audit.
Companies mentioned:中東航空(MEA)、黎巴嫩中央銀行、天合聯盟(SkyTeam Alliance)、法國航空(Air France)、達美航空(Delta Air Lines)
The Ministry of the Interior has proposed a legal revision to increase the cap on floor-area bonuses for donating social housing outside urban renewal areas from 1 time to 2 times to boost supply. The donated social housing would be prioritized for families within 2 years of marriage or with minor children.
Typhoon Jangmi Hits Japan’s Pacific Coast; Tokyo’s Heavy Rain Breaks June Record
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Typhoon Jangmi swept across Japan’s Pacific coast on June 3, bringing record-breaking heavy rain that injured 23 people, damaged 57 buildings and closed 5,378 schools.
Presidential Security Vehicle Tires Cost NT$510,000 Each; National Security Bureau Says They Are Special Factory Specifications, Unlike Retail Tires
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The National Security Bureau’s special service center replaced the tires on 2 security vehicles for the president and vice president, budgeting more than NT$510,000 per tire and prompting lawmakers to question the steep increase. The bureau said they were factory-specification run-flat tires and that checks with vendors confirmed the price was not inflated.
On Eve of 37th Anniversary of June Fourth, MAC Urges Chinese Communist Party to Pursue Political Reform
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Ahead of the 37th anniversary of the June Fourth Incident, Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council urged the Chinese Communist Party to reform its political system and face history squarely. It stressed that respecting democracy and human rights is key to improving cross-strait relations.
OB-GYN Surnamed Lo Sentenced for Distributing Child Sexual Abuse Images; to Face Disciplinary Action and Be Listed in ‘Wolf Doctor’ Section
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
An OB-GYN surnamed Lo was sentenced to 4 years and 8 months for distributing child sexual abuse images. 衛福部 will refer the doctor for disciplinary action and list the name in its “wolf doctor” section.
Dada Broadband Holds First Shareholders’ Meeting Since Emerging-Stock Listing, Plans AI Computing and Data Centers
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Dada Broadband held its first shareholders’ meeting since its emerging-stock listing, announcing plans for AI computing and data centers and approving a cash dividend of NT$3.8 per share.
Supporting Grassroots Baseball in Matsu, Lions Club Crosses Sea to Donate Equipment
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
桃園市桃園第1獅子會 donated nearly NT$200,000 worth of baseball equipment to the Matsu Senior High School baseball team, supporting grassroots baseball on the outlying islands.
To Counter Deepfake Misinformation in Nine-in-One Elections, Prosecutors’ Offices to Set Up Dedicated Response Centers
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Supreme Prosecutors Office held a meeting, and acting Prosecutor General Hsu Hsi-hsiang instructed local prosecutors’ offices to establish major misinformation response centers for the nine-in-one elections at the end of the year. The Taipei District Prosecutors Office will handle major nationwide deepfake cases.
China Denies Cross-Border Repression Over ‘卡米地’; MAC Says Police Investigation Underway
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Taipei comedy club “卡米地” was splashed with filth. The Mainland Affairs Council said police are investigating and that it would counter the Chinese Communist Party’s cross-border repression. China’s Taiwan Affairs Office denied the allegation.
Legislative Yuan Committee Passes Virtual Asset Bill in Initial Review, Strengthening Oversight and Setting Basis for Stablecoin Issuance
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Legislative Yuan’s Finance Committee passed a draft Virtual Asset Service Act in its initial review, bringing VASPs under a licensing system, clearly defining stablecoins and requiring full reserve assets. It also sets criminal penalties for fraud and market manipulation.
China’s Coast Guard Moves East; MAC Says Beijing Should Not Meddle
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Japan and the Philippines launched talks on delimiting their EEZs and continental shelves, and Beijing called for the two sides of the Taiwan Strait to jointly safeguard sovereignty. The Mainland Affairs Council responded on the 3rd that Taiwan would continue consultations with Japan and the Philippines and that the Chinese Communist Party need not meddle. 中國海警局 subsequently announced law-enforcement patrols in waters east of Taiwan.
Think Tank: Czech Republic Helps Europe Reassess Taiwan as a Strategic Partner in De-Risking
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A report by the Central European Institute of Asian Studies (CEIAS) said the Czech Republic has successfully helped Europe reassess Taiwan’s strategic value through parliamentary diplomacy and by highlighting the risks of Chinese economic coercion. Taiwan has shifted from being a sensitive cross-strait issue to an important European partner in technology security, supply-chain resilience and democratic cooperation.
Trio of Elite Artists Heads to Singapore, Hoping to Connect With International Audiences Through Music
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A trio of elite Taiwanese artists performed in Singapore on June 3 as part of the “Eternal Symphony” concert, with some of the proceeds going to music education for disadvantaged people.
Labor Ministry: Cutting Hours Without Cutting Pay Should Not Be Mandatory; Tiered Subsidies Open for Discussion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Labor Minister Hung Shen-han told the Legislative Yuan that, given differences among industries, cutting working hours without reducing pay should not be made mandatory by law, while tiered subsidies could be discussed.
After Large-Scale Russian Airstrikes on Ukraine, NATO Secretary General Makes Secret Visit to Kyiv
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
After Russia launched large-scale airstrikes on Ukraine, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte made a secret visit to Kyiv on June 3 and was expected to meet with Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Zelenskyy called on NATO to provide more air defense systems.
China Coast Guard ships intrude into Kinmen waters; Coast Guard: creating an illusion of jurisdiction
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
4 Chinese Coast Guard vessels intruded into restricted waters off Kinmen on the afternoon of June 3; the Coast Guard monitored them throughout and drove them away.
Lai Ching-te lays groundwork for election campaign; Tsai Chi-chang to head Finance Committee, Chiu Chien-fu may face expulsion if he runs
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
At the June 3 Central Standing Committee meeting, DPP Chairman Lai Ching-te announced Tsai Chi-chang as chair of the Finance Committee and appointed Hsu Kuo-yung and Chen Ming-wen as chief supervisors of local election campaigns. On Chiu Chien-fu's possible run for Changhua County magistrate in violation of party rules, the party central office warned it would expel him.
7-meter whale shark strays into set net near Guishan Island; fishermen praised for releasing it
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Off the coast of Toucheng, Yilan, a 7-meter protected whale shark strayed into a set net near Guishan Island. Fisherman surnamed Cheng looped a rope around its tail and towed it 1 nautical mile offshore to release it, earning praise from netizens.
Overcoming pineapple quarantine hurdles: Agricultural Research Institute technology helps break into overseas markets
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Agricultural Research Institute formed a team to support pineapple exports, successfully reducing fumigation and mold-related spoilage rates for pineapples exported to Japan. It introduced drone pesticide application and launched a new variety granted plant variety rights in Japan.
14 sorties by Chinese military aircraft cross the median line in the morning, disrupting Taiwan; military releases air and sea surveillance footage
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
On the morning of June 3, 14 sorties by Chinese military aircraft crossed the Taiwan Strait median line and entered Taiwan's central and southwestern airspace. The military released surveillance footage and dispatched aircraft and vessels to respond.
NXP: The key to physical AI is a nervous system that enables machines to respond and understand in real time
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
NXP CEO Sotomayor spoke at COMPUTEX 2026, emphasizing that the key to physical AI is building an architecture like the human nervous system to enable machines to respond in real time and operate safely.
National Library of Public Information's Reading Home Run: 40 libraries across 4 counties and cities offer baseball tickets in exchange for borrowed books
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The National Library of Public Information is holding “2026 Reading Home Run” in partnership with 中信銀行, offering a book-borrowing-for-baseball-tickets program at 40 libraries across 4 counties and cities to encourage reading and sports.
Iran talks falter, but tech stocks and AI demand continue to drive gains in Asian markets
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Stalled Iran talks sent oil prices sharply higher, but the AI boom lifted most Asian markets. Japanese stocks surged on semiconductor shares, while Taiwan stocks ended higher as 台積電 advanced.
South Korean local election exit polls: ruling Democratic Party leads in 11 regions
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
South Korean local election exit polls showed the ruling Democratic Party of Korea leading in 11 regions, while the opposition People Power Party led only in Gyeongbuk.
Brothers eliminated in first half; manager Hirano Keiichi apologizes to fans and vows to rebuild a strong team
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
中信兄弟 were eliminated in the first half. Manager Hirano Keiichi apologized to fans and promised to rebuild a strong team. The club also announced a change in team leadership.
Greater Taipei to be hot and muggy on the 4th, with highs reaching 36 degrees; watch for torrential rain on the afternoon of the 5th
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Central Weather Administration forecast a high of 36 degrees in Greater Taipei on June 4, with heavy rain possible on the afternoon of the 5th. A stationary front is expected to affect the area for a week from the 8th.
OB-GYN surnamed Luo sentenced to 4 years and 8 months for collecting and distributing sexual images of minors who were patients
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The New Taipei District Court sentenced an OB-GYN surnamed Luo to 4 years and 8 months in prison for possessing more than 1TB of sexual images of minors, distributing them and secretly filming patients.
The air conditioning at the activity center of Taitung's Chenggong Commercial and Industrial Vocational High School had been broken for more than 20 years. Legislator Chen Ying secured NT$4 million in funding for its replacement, completed before the 33rd graduation ceremony.
Shen Po-yang meets with Taipei International Junior Chamber, focusing on youth entrepreneurship
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Democratic Progressive Party Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Po-yang met with 台北市國際青商會, focusing on youth entrepreneurship and proposing a fund to help young people secure initial capital.
No one has claimed Taiwan Railways ticket-sales bonuses in 5 years; union urges adding points for electronic tickets
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
台鐵產業工會 said Taiwan Railways' ticket-sales bonus program is outdated, with no one claiming a bonus in nearly 5 years, and called for electronic ticketing services to be included.
Rarely losing his temper, Wang Chien-ming shuts phone booth door; hopes young pitchers seize opportunity [Video]
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
CTBC Brothers pitching coach Wang Chien-ming, angered by a string of walks from his pitching staff, unusually lost his temper and shut the bullpen phone booth door. In a pregame interview, he said he hoped young pitchers would seize their opportunities and take responsibility for their own results.
New Taipei draws on Japan's anti-fraud experience, advocates cross-sector prevention and multiple identity checks
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
New Taipei Land Administration Department Director-General Wang Li-kuo reported on June 3, drawing on Japan's experience to propose cross-sector fraud prevention, multiple identity checks and a review of the paper title deed system to improve real estate transaction security.
Chou Tien-chen beats Wang Tzu-wei at Indonesia Open, extends head-to-head winning streak to 15
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Chou Tien-chen defeated Wang Tzu-wei in the men's singles opening round of the Indonesia Open, earning his 15th consecutive head-to-head win. In women's singles, Chiu Pin-chien rallied to defeat Ratchanok Intanon in the opening round.
ASPEED: Benefits from higher shipments and product generation transition next year to drive growth
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
ASPEED Chairman Lin Hung-ming said this year's business has risen quarter by quarter, and growth is expected next year as the company benefits from higher shipment volumes and a product generation transition.
Ministry of Justice builds sovereign AI, launches large language model project
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Ministry of Justice launched a project for a dedicated legal large language model on June 3. Minister of Justice Cheng Ming-chien stressed the need to build trustworthy sovereign AI. National Science and Technology Council Minister Wu Cheng-wen and Digital Affairs Minister Lin Yi-ching attended.
Taipei Veterans General Hospital study: Seniors missing more than 14 teeth face 10 times the risk of Alzheimer's disease
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A Taipei Veterans General Hospital study found that seniors missing more than 14 teeth face 10 times the risk of Alzheimer's disease. The study said tooth loss can reduce chewing stimulation and cause chronic inflammation, among other effects that affect brain function.
Japan and the Philippines announced negotiations on delimiting their EEZ. Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs rejected China's attempt to manipulate the one-China principle, stressing that the two sides of the Taiwan Strait are not subordinate to each other.
VERA unveils new song with more challenging choreography; members weep as Babi goes solo
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Boy group VERA released a new song with more challenging choreography, and members practiced until they cried. Member Babi is going solo; before leaving the group, he spoke with his fellow members, and they wept together.
Taishin Shin Kong Financial Holding posts NT$21.1 billion in first-quarter profit; Lin Wei-chun cautiously optimistic about dividends
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taishin Shin Kong Financial Holding posted NT$21.1 billion in first-quarter profit, up 150% year on year. General manager Lin Wei-chun was cautiously optimistic about dividends.
Battle-top arena stolen from Taichung game store; suspect arrested and referred for prosecution
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A battle-top arena was stolen from outside a game store in Taiping District, Taichung. Police identified a man in his 60s surnamed Jian, who discarded the equipment after a recycling center refused to take it. The case was referred for prosecution on theft charges.
The Central News Agency's ASEAN briefing for June 3, 2026, covers financial and economic developments in Vietnam, Laos, Singapore, the Philippines, Myanmar, Malaysia, Thailand, Cambodia, Indonesia and other countries.
Mavis Fan curates JAM JAM ASIA; Dee Hsu says she wants to go but is turned down
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A press conference for the JAM JAM ASIA music festival was held on June 3, unveiling the curatorial team. Mavis Fan said Dee Hsu was not invited. Accusefive and Masa will perform together, and Accusefive will play Taipei Arena in November.
After failing to name Four Beasts Mountain, Chiang Wan-an draws attention; says he will find time to hike with his wife and children
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an drew attention recently after a video showed him unable to name the peaks of Four Beasts Mountain during a 2023 city council session. Responding on June 3, he said he should find time to go hiking with his wife and children and promote the Taipei Grand Trail.
Air Force signs 5-year, NT$900 million technical support service deal with Dassault to keep Mirage aircraft operational
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Air Force Command signed a 5-year, NT$926 million technical support contract with Dassault to maintain the operational readiness of its Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets.
Nvidia joins forces with TSMC on CPO switches; production ramp-up set for second half
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Nvidia and TSMC are jointly developing the COUPE silicon photonics packaging platform and have shipped a new-generation CPO switch. Production will expand in the second half.
Fengyuan Hospital introduces smart medication cabinets to improve dispensing accuracy and ease pharmacists' workload
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Ministry of Health and Welfare's Fengyuan Hospital has introduced automated dispensing cabinets (ADCs) for high-alert medications. Pharmacists can scan barcodes to retrieve the correct drugs, cutting dispensing time by six-tenths and simplifying controlled-drug management.
Korean media name three people, including Jensen Huang, praising Taiwan's semiconductor giants for reshaping global tech industry
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
South Korea's Seoul Economic Daily profiled three Taiwan-born semiconductor leaders—Jensen Huang, Lisa Su and Morris Chang—praising them for reshaping the global tech industry. Huang is expected to visit South Korea this week for talks with Samsung and other companies.
Kung-Tung student Peng You-rui wins bronze at US potato culinary competition, showcasing promise
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Peng You-rui, a student at Kung-Tung Technical Senior High School in Taitung, won bronze at the US Potato International Culinary Competition, showcasing his potential.