# AI News 180m Report｜2026-06-05 21:00–24:00 JST

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 54 items from 1 source; Japan, 24 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Two Zhenghuas share the field; Yueh Cheng-hua’s 3-run homer sparks Brothers’ comeback

- Published: 2026-06-05T23:42:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202606050364.aspx
- anchor: #n735866
- Companies mentioned: 樂天桃猿、中信兄弟

中華職棒5日比賽，樂天桃猿與中信兄弟上演逆轉秀。猿隊林政華轟出滿貫砲一度領先5分，但兄弟岳政華回敬3分砲帶動反攻，最終兄弟以7比6逆轉勝。

## Lin Chia-lung meets U.S. unmanned vehicle association chair, encourages international exhibition in Taiwan

- Published: 2026-06-05T23:41:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202606050363.aspx
- anchor: #n735867
- Companies mentioned: 工研院 (ITRI)

Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung met with AUVSI Chairman Robbins to promote drone diplomacy and encourage the staging of an international exhibition in Taiwan.

## President attends inaugural Pacific cultural dinner, hopes to create prosperity through cooperation with allies

- Published: 2026-06-05T23:34:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202606050362.aspx
- anchor: #n735665

President Lai Ching-te attended the inaugural Pacific Cultural Dinner, exchanged views with envoys from Taiwan’s Pacific allies and underscored maritime cooperation.

## Contemporary Taiwanese queer film showcase kicks off during Madrid Pride Month

- Published: 2026-06-05T23:25:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202606050361.aspx
- anchor: #n735464
- Companies mentioned: 駐西班牙代表處文化組、三角基金會（Fundación Triángulo）、馬德里酷兒電影節、文化部、馬德里電影資料館（Cineteca Madrid）、TAI電影藝術學校

駐西班牙代表處文化組與三角基金會合作，於馬德里酷兒電影節推出「當代台灣酷兒電影」專題巡迴影展，放映9部台灣酷兒電影，邀請影評人但唐謨與作家紀大偉出席。

## Jensen Huang dines with SK chairman Chey Tae-won and others, enjoys pork belly and beer

- Published: 2026-06-05T23:21:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606050360.aspx
- anchor: #n735466
- Companies mentioned: 輝達（NVIDIA）、SK集團、LG集團、NAVER、三星電子、SK海力士、現代汽車

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang visited South Korea, dined with senior executives from SK, LG and NAVER, and announced plans to establish a research and development center in the country.

## Vystrčil returns to Czechia, outlines Taiwan visit results and calls for investment fund and direct flights

- Published: 2026-06-05T23:18:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606050358.aspx
- anchor: #n735465
- Companies mentioned: 華航、星宇航空、查理大學、國立政治大學

捷克參議長韋德齊結束訪台，返國後召開記者會報告成果，包括台灣加碼5000萬歐元投資基金、星宇航空開通每週4班直航，並強調訪台不影響捷中關係。

## Chang Yu-hao corrects issues and contributes, breaks pressure with first hit and RBI

- Published: 2026-06-05T23:18:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202606050359.aspx
- anchor: #n735463
- Companies mentioned: 富邦悍將、統一7-ELEVEn獅

富邦悍將捕手張育豪於6月5日對統一獅的比賽中，單場2安1打點，生涯首安、首打點、首得分出爐，並獲選單場MVP。

## Liu Chiao-an suspected of serious drug offense; New Taipei prosecutors seek detention without visitation after questioning

- Published: 2026-06-05T23:12:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202606050357.aspx
- anchor: #n735262

劉喬安涉毒品案，5日被移送新北檢複訊，檢方聲押禁見。

## Nikkei: Trump 2.0 approved nearly 4% more in arms sales to Taiwan than Biden administration

- Published: 2026-06-05T23:10:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202606050356.aspx
- anchor: #n735259
- Companies mentioned: 美台商業協會、傳統基金會、喬治梅森大學

Nikkei Asia reported that the Trump administration’s second-term approvals of arms sales to Taiwan were 36% higher than those under the Biden administration. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said a $14 billion arms sale package was still under review, while Trump viewed it as a bargaining chip.

## Chang Yu-hao’s go-ahead hit and all-around play earn MVP honors, help Guardians beat Lions

- Published: 2026-06-05T23:07:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202606050354.aspx
- anchor: #n735261
- Companies mentioned: 富邦悍將、統一7-ELEVEn獅、中華職棒

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## Taiwan Lottery 539 draw No. 115137: 1 top-prize winner

- Published: 2026-06-05T23:07:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606050355.aspx
- anchor: #n735260
- Companies mentioned: 台灣彩券公司

The Taiwan Lottery 539 draw No. 115137 was held, with 1 top-prize winner receiving NT$8 million.

## Strong U.S. jobs market stokes fears Fed may turn hawkish; most U.S. stocks fall at open

- Published: 2026-06-05T23:06:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606050353.aspx
- anchor: #n735058
- Companies mentioned: 美國聯邦準備理事會（Fed）

Strong U.S. jobs data fueled expectations of Fed tightening, and the S&P 500 and Nasdaq fell at the open on the 5th as chip stocks pulled back.

## Taiwan Lottery Lotto draw No. 115059: no top-prize winner

- Published: 2026-06-05T23:05:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606050352.aspx
- anchor: #n735059
- Companies mentioned: 台灣彩券公司

大樂透第115059期頭獎槓龜，貳獎1注中獎，獎金908萬1658元。

## U.S. Senate passes $70 billion immigration enforcement budget; bill sent to House

- Published: 2026-06-05T22:55:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606050351.aspx
- anchor: #n735057

The U.S. Senate passed a $70 billion immigration enforcement budget bill, which has been sent to the House of Representatives.

## Lee Chuan-ching gives Hsieh Lung-chieh a hammer as a gesture of support; Hsieh vows to break Tainan’s 33-year deadlock

- Published: 2026-06-05T22:55:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202606050350.aspx
- anchor: #n734856
- Companies mentioned: 輝達（NVIDIA）

Kuomintang lawmaker Hsieh Lung-chieh held a fundraising dinner for the Tainan mayoral election in New Taipei City on the evening of the 5th. New Taipei City mayoral candidate Lee Chuan-ching presented him with a hammer, symbolizing a bid to break Tainan’s 33-year deadlock without a change in ruling party. Kuomintang figures Han Kuo-yu, Hou You-yi, Chiang Wan-an and Chang San-cheng attended to show their support.

## Chang Li-jen returns to Kaohsiung with RE: City of Combat exhibition at Neiwei Arts Center

- Published: 2026-06-05T22:54:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202606050349.aspx
- anchor: #n734857
- Companies mentioned: 台灣電力公司

Kaohsiung’s Neiwei Arts Center and Taipower Public Art have jointly presented Chang Li-jen’s RE: City of Combat exhibition, running through October 26.

## 雲門舞集「春鬥」6日登場 3種身體語彙展開對話

- Published: 2026-06-05T22:53:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202606050348.aspx
- anchor: #n734858

Cloud Gate Dance Theatre’s Spring Riot 2026 will be performed at the Cloud Gate Theater in Tamsui on June 6 and 7, with choreographers from different backgrounds bringing 三 distinct forms of physical expression into dialogue.

## 美國5月非農就業新增17.2萬人遠超預期 失業率持平

- Published: 2026-06-05T22:47:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606050347.aspx
- anchor: #n734656
- Companies mentioned: 美國勞工統計局（BLS）、CNBC、道瓊新聞社（Dow Jones Newswires）、聯邦準備理事會（Fed）、亞特蘭大聯邦準備銀行（Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta）

美國5月非農就業新增17.2萬人，遠超預期，失業率持平4.3%。勞動市場穩健擴張，但聯準會因通膨觀望。

## Plum rains raise turbidity in Gaoping River; Water Resources Agency says backup supply is ample and water service unaffected

- Published: 2026-06-05T22:45:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606050346.aspx
- anchor: #n734657
- Companies mentioned: 台灣自來水公司（台水）

The Water Resources Agency said the plum rain front pushed the turbidity of raw water from the Gaoping River to 1200 NTU, but backup water sources are ample and water service will not be affected.

## Japan accelerates development of domestic drones, seeks to reduce reliance on Chinese products

- Published: 2026-06-05T22:43:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606050345.aspx
- anchor: #n734658
- Companies mentioned: ACSL、Terra Drone、Prodrone、大疆創新科技（DJI）

The Japanese government is accelerating development of domestically made small drones to reduce reliance on Chinese drones. ACSL has received an order for about 1000 units from the Defense Ministry and delivered more than 600. Japan plans to establish a production system capable of making 80,000 units annually by 2030.

## President Lai plans to invite Jensen Huang to visit power plant; Taipower says it will extend invitation if opportunity arises

- Published: 2026-06-05T22:32:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606050344.aspx
- anchor: #n734458
- Companies mentioned: 輝達（NVIDIA）、台灣電力公司（台電）

President Lai Ching-te invited Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang to visit a Taiwanese power plant. Before leaving Taiwan, Huang said it would be a great honor and stressed the importance of energy to the AI revolution. Taipower said it would stay in contact and invite him if an opportunity arises.

## President Lai: Taiwan’s power supply is stable; Huang’s visit to power plant welcome and would boost confidence

- Published: 2026-06-05T22:30:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202606050343.aspx
- anchor: #n734457
- Companies mentioned: 輝達（NVIDIA）、台灣電力公司（台電）

President Lai Ching-te underscored the stability of Taiwan’s power supply and welcomed Jensen Huang to visit a power plant. The review of an extension to the operating life of Nuclear Power Plant No. 3 is underway.

## President: NT$100 billion over 8 years to help small and medium-sized businesses transform; funding to continue if budget is insufficient

- Published: 2026-06-05T22:23:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202606050342.aspx
- anchor: #n734256
- Companies mentioned: 台積電

President Lai Ching-te announced a NT$100 billion plan to help small and micro businesses transform, and discussed Taiwan’s economic growth and changes in investment in China.

## Vice President Hsiao showcases MIT snorkeling gear, will tour Rock Islands with Palau president

- Published: 2026-06-05T22:18:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202606050341.aspx
- anchor: #n734254

Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim will visit Palau for 5 days beginning June 5. Ahead of the trip, she showed off her MIT snorkeling gear and said she would tour the Rock Islands with Palau’s president.

## Huang Kuo-chang responds to criticism, stresses new book is entirely factual

- Published: 2026-06-05T22:16:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202606050340.aspx
- anchor: #n734255
- Companies mentioned: 台灣民眾黨、時代力量、中國廣播公司

Huang Kuo-chang held a book launch, asserting that its contents were true and hitting back at criticism from Cho Kuan-ting. Ko Wen-je and Jaw Shaw-kong attended to show their support.

## Man surnamed Liu accused of stabbing contract postal worker to death; Miaoli District Court approves detention

- Published: 2026-06-05T22:11:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202606050339.aspx
- anchor: #n734052
- Companies mentioned: 中華郵政

A man surnamed Liu in Zhunan, Miaoli, who was upset about noise from a post office, fatally stabbed a contracted postal worker. The court approved his detention.

## Zelensky invites Putin for talks as Russia and Ukraine exchange another 185 prisoners each

- Published: 2026-06-05T22:10:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606050338.aspx
- anchor: #n734053

Russia and Ukraine each exchanged 185 prisoners of war on June 5. The previous day, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to hold talks to end the conflict.

## Zelensky invites Putin to talks; Russian nationalists call it a publicity stunt and bluster

- Published: 2026-06-05T22:05:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606050337.aspx
- anchor: #n733852
- Companies mentioned: 路透社、歐盟

烏克蘭總統澤倫斯基致函俄羅斯總統普丁，提議直接會談以結束戰爭。俄羅斯民族主義者批評此舉為作秀。歐盟與法國總統馬克宏則表示支持。

## Memorial plaque unveiled for Liu Tsung-hsin; New Taipei police honor station chief killed in anti-drug operation

- Published: 2026-06-05T22:00:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202606050336.aspx
- anchor: #n733851
- Companies mentioned: 內政部警政署、新北市警察局、土城警分局

新北市土城警分局為殉職所長劉宗鑫舉辦追思及「正義之光」銘牌揭幕儀式。

## 送子鳥 Clinic case involving violation of sexual privacy; chief director released on NT$300,000 bail

- Published: 2026-06-05T21:59:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202606050335.aspx
- anchor: #n733850
- Companies mentioned: 送子鳥生殖中心診所

The Taipei District Prosecutors Office is investigating a case involving violation of sexual privacy at 送子鳥 Clinic. In a second round of actions on June 5, it questioned the clinic’s chief director and head of information, releasing them on bail of NT$300,000 and NT$50,000, respectively.

## Jensen Huang gifts RTX 5090 graphics card; Faker says it is important to esports players

- Published: 2026-06-05T21:55:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606050334.aspx
- anchor: #n733647
- Companies mentioned: 輝達（NVIDIA）、T1、SK集團、現代汽車集團、LG集團、NAVER

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang visited South Korea, met esports star Faker, gifted RTX 5090, and dined with Korean business leaders.

## President: Taiwan should pursue path to become Asia’s Nasdaq by leveraging AI supply-chain strengths

- Published: 2026-06-05T21:53:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202606050333.aspx
- anchor: #n733648
- Companies mentioned: 台視、非凡電視台

President Lai Ching-te said Taiwan should become Asia’s Nasdaq, using its AI supply-chain strengths to attract global capital.

## 昇達科因客戶改版5月營收月減15% 有補償不影響獲利

- Published: 2026-06-05T21:51:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606050332.aspx
- anchor: #n733649

昇達科5月營收2.96億元，月減15%，因客戶產品改版暫停出貨，但獲補償不影響獲利。低軌衛星營收占比75%，年增逾5成。

## Taiwan Lottery 539 draw No. 115137 held

- Published: 2026-06-05T21:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606050330.aspx
- anchor: #n733646
- Companies mentioned: 台灣彩券公司（台彩）

The Taiwan Lottery 539 draw No. 115137 was held, with winning numbers 07, 26, 31, 27 and 21. The 3-Star numbers were 865, and the 4-Star numbers were 8246.

## Blue camp blocks special drone bill; Green seeks to evade normal review

- Published: 2026-06-05T21:50:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202606050331.aspx
- anchor: #n733645

The Blue-and-White alliance joined forces to block a draft special act on the creation of an unmanned vehicle industry proposed by DPP legislator Chung Chia-pin. KMT caucus secretary-general Lin Pei-hsiang criticized the DPP for seeking to use a special act to evade normal budget review.

## President Lai: Taiwan must never give up, because giving up would mean being annexed by China

- Published: 2026-06-05T21:44:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202606050329.aspx
- anchor: #n733446

賴清德總統於5月順利出訪史瓦帝尼，此前因中國干擾而暫緩。賴總統強調台灣不能放棄，否則將被中國併吞。

## 3 Miaoli students top the perfect-score list in the comprehensive assessment; non-urban 公館國中 makes the list

- Published: 2026-06-05T21:42:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202606050328.aspx
- anchor: #n733447
- Companies mentioned: 公館國中、照南國中、君毅中學、明仁國中、苑裡高中國中部、建國國中、竹南國中、建台中學、致民國中、烏眉國中、文英國中

3 students in Miaoli County earned perfect scores on the junior high school comprehensive assessment. 公館國中, a non-urban school, demonstrated the results of balanced education.

## Taiwan Lottery Lotto Draw No. 115059

- Published: 2026-06-05T21:40:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606050327.aspx
- anchor: #n733448
- Companies mentioned: 台灣彩券公司、中央社

Taiwan Lottery Lotto Draw No. 115059 was held, with winning numbers 32, 12, 44, 25, 14 and 30, and bonus number 34.

## Cai Jinmu's residence to undergo cultural heritage review; owner and heritage groups hope to preserve a piece of history

- Published: 2026-06-05T21:33:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202606050326.aspx
- anchor: #n733246
- Companies mentioned: 台灣人權促進會、台灣故鄉文史協會、文山社區大學、新北市政府文化局

Cai Jinmu's old residence will undergo a cultural heritage review on June 8. The owner and heritage groups urged the city government to conduct a thorough investigation before proceeding with the review.

## At U.S. visit forum, Cheng Li-wun proposes U.S.-China-Taiwan partnership to build a chain of peace and prosperity in the Pacific

- Published: 2026-06-05T21:31:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202606050325.aspx
- anchor: #n733245

KMT Chairperson Cheng Li-wun visited the United States and said at Harvard University that, if her party returned to power, she hoped the United States, China and Taiwan would work together to transform the First Island Chain into a chain of peace and prosperity in the Pacific.

## Taiwanese-American Ye Aijie seen as a promising prospect, eager to play for Taiwan men's basketball team

- Published: 2026-06-05T21:25:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202606050323.aspx
- anchor: #n733044
- Companies mentioned: NIKE

Taiwanese-American 16-year-old basketball prospect Ye Aijie (AJ Greig) was not selected for the final roster for the U18 Asian Cup qualifiers, but expressed a strong desire to play for Taiwan. He is training at the NIKE ALL Taiwan Camp and aims to compete in NCAA D1.

## Japan's 3.1 trillion yen supplementary budget to address Middle East turmoil formally passes

- Published: 2026-06-05T21:25:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606050324.aspx
- anchor: #n733043

Japan's parliament passed a 3.1 trillion yen supplementary budget in response to the situation in the Middle East.

## U.S. ambassador to EU: U.S. and China are waging an AI war; Europe should side with Washington

- Published: 2026-06-05T21:24:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606050322.aspx
- anchor: #n733045
- Companies mentioned: 歐盟（EU）、歐盟執委會（EC）

U.S. Ambassador to the European Union Andrew Puzder said on the 5th that the United States and China are waging an AI war and Europe should stand with the United States. He also expressed concern about the EU's attempts to decouple from the United States in the technology sector.

## Hualien ethics official accused of sexual harassment; victim says he later tried to hush it up with NT$100,000

- Published: 2026-06-05T21:15:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202606050321.aspx
- anchor: #n732842
- Companies mentioned: 法務部廉政署、花蓮縣政府

Liu, a director in the ethics office of 花蓮縣政府, is accused of sexual harassment. The victim, identified as “Xiaomei,” issued a statement through a friend, accusing him of showing no remorse and trying to settle the matter privately for NT$100,000. Xiaomei plans to pursue the matter through the courts and has called on the Agency Against Corruption to investigate. The agency and the county government have reassigned the accused official.

## 台股火熱5月成交量週轉率逾2成 定期定額衝破300億

- Published: 2026-06-05T21:05:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606050320.aspx
- anchor: #n732639
- Companies mentioned: 台灣證券交易所

台股5月成交量週轉率達20.61%，定期定額投資金額突破300億，交易戶數大增，市場交易熱絡。

## Kaohsiung MRT plans eastward extension linking Jiuqu Tang, Fo Guang Shan Buddha Museum and Qishan

- Published: 2026-06-05T21:03:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202606050319.aspx
- anchor: #n732640
- Companies mentioned: 台灣鐵路管理局

The Kaohsiung Mass Rapid Transit Bureau announced an eastward extension plan, using Jiuqu Tang Station as a hub and linking the Fo Guang Shan Buddha Museum, Dashu and Qishan along Route 29. It is also assessing an extension of the Purple Line in coordination with the semiconductor S-corridor policy.

## Former Tibet chair Qizhala took more than 700 million yuan in bribes, sentenced to life in prison at first trial

- Published: 2026-06-05T21:02:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202606050318.aspx
- anchor: #n732641
- Companies mentioned: 重慶市第一中級人民法院

Former Tibet Autonomous Region government chair Qizhala was sentenced to life in prison at his first trial for taking more than 158 million yuan in bribes.

## China helps Russia improve drone network combat capabilities, increasing threat to NATO

- Published: 2026-06-05T20:59:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606050317.aspx
- anchor: #n732636
- Companies mentioned: 興愷科技、華夏盛科技、海萬盈通環球、國防改革中心(CDR)、皇家聯合軍事研究所(RUSI)、戰爭研究所(ISW)

A report provided to NATO says Russia has increased its use of drone mesh networks, naming Chinese companies 興愷科技 and 華夏盛科技, as well as Hong Kong company 海萬盈通環球. Ukrainian and Latvian officials warned that Russia could escalate its threat to NATO.

## Postal service driver killed on the 4th; suspect wielded a knife at noon, but tragedy struck despite manager's report

- Published: 2026-06-05T20:56:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202606050316.aspx
- anchor: #n732637
- Companies mentioned: 竹南郵局、苗栗郵局、竹南分局

苗栗竹南郵局外包司機遭砍殺身亡。警方還原時間軸：凶嫌中午揮刀，郵局經理下午1:30通報上級，3:00赴分局欲報案，3:50正式提告，但4:27仍發生憾事。

## Foreign Ministry: Japan-Philippines EEZ talks do not affect Taiwan's sovereignty; Taiwan has not sought to join negotiations

- Published: 2026-06-05T20:55:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202606050315.aspx
- anchor: #n732638

Japan and the Philippines have launched negotiations on delimiting their EEZs. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs clarified that the talks do not affect Taiwan's sovereignty and that Taiwan has not asked to join them.

## Strengthening the safety net for disadvantaged families, industry promotes microinsurance to expand coverage

- Published: 2026-06-05T20:54:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606050314.aspx
- anchor: #n732433
- Companies mentioned: 南山產物保險、宏泰人壽、一粒麥子社會福利慈善事業基金會、嘉義縣六腳鄉公所

南山產物保險與金門縣、連江縣合作，於5月15日推出微型火災不便費用保險，完成離島三縣市保障。該保險由縣市政府造冊，低收入戶及中低收入戶無需自行投保，火災時可獲每人8000元定額保險金。累計承保逾20萬人，占全台低收入族群逾4成。宏泰人壽也自2015年起贊助微型保險。

## 13 companies win awards for water sustainability; 台積電 and 日月光 receive Technology Innovation Award

- Published: 2026-06-05T20:52:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606050312.aspx
- anchor: #n732435
- Companies mentioned: 台積電、日月光、豐川綠能、正隆后里廠、欣興電子、台灣美光、華邦電子、矽品、宏遠興業、花蓮門諾、采鈺科技

The Ministry of Environment presented the 2026 Water Sustainability Awards on World Environment Day, June 5, with 13 companies receiving awards. 台積電 and 日月光 won the Technology Innovation Award.

## Top Gun sequel actor James Handy stabbed to death; girlfriend's son arrested

- Published: 2026-06-05T20:52:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202606050313.aspx
- anchor: #n732434
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、天空新聞網

American actor James Handy, 81, was stabbed to death at his home in Los Angeles. His girlfriend's son was arrested.

## President Lai: Drones to be gradually added to police equipment, with operational skills strengthened

- Published: 2026-06-05T20:51:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202606050311.aspx
- anchor: #n732432

President Lai Ching-te visited the Second Special Police Corps' drone training center on the 5th and announced that drones would gradually be included in standard police equipment. He also noted that the Executive Yuan allocated NT$2.15 billion in a special budget last year to purchase drones.

## 【Okayama University】Medical Sciences Headquarters of the Research and Innovation Co-Creation Organization selected for iAca intellectual property support program for putting university research results into practical use

- Published: 2026-06-05T23:37:27+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004041.000072793.html
- anchor: #n735766
- Companies mentioned: 独立行政法人工業所有権情報・研修館（INPIT）

The Medical Sciences Headquarters of Okayama University's Research and Innovation Co-Creation Organization has been selected for INPIT's Intellectual Property Support Program for Putting University Research Results into Practical Use (iAca). The program will provide strategic support from intellectual property specialists for research seeds in the medical device field, accelerating their application in society.

## 【Okayama University】Deputy Executive Director and Professor Yasuyuki Nogami receives Information and Communications Month award from the Chugoku Regional Telecommunications Bureau director

- Published: 2026-06-05T23:25:20+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004040.000072793.html
- anchor: #n735467

Yasuyuki Nogami, deputy executive director and professor at Okayama University, received an award from the director of the Chugoku Regional Telecommunications Bureau. His contributions to raising awareness of cybersecurity, developing talent and building communities were recognized.

## The era of buying jirai-kei ribbons and socks from vending machines is here! “mine by LAFARY” offers a new shopping experience outside GiGO in Kabukicho

- Published: 2026-06-05T23:01:17+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000044.000021478.html
- anchor: #n735159
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ジェネリー

mine by LAFARY has installed a vending machine dedicated to brand items outside GiGO in Shinjuku's Kabukicho. It offers a new shopping experience to meet demand before live performances and other events.

## 【Survey release】80% of companies want to manage everything from website development to marketing in one place

- Published: 2026-06-05T22:44:39+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000219.000110808.html
- anchor: #n734558

A survey by BOTANICO株式会社 found that 80% of its existing clients want to manage everything from website development to marketing in one place. The divide between development and marketing is a challenge, and the findings point to strong demand for integrated support.

## A first-ever movie screening event at the park for all movie fans, “Cinema Night Picnic ~Discover U!!!~,” opens today with the timeless classic “Jaws”!

- Published: 2026-06-05T22:18:54+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000843.000005761.html
- anchor: #n734257
- Companies mentioned: 合同会社ユー・エス・ジェイ

Universal Studios Japan is holding its first outdoor movie screening event on select weekends in June to mark its 25th anniversary. The event will screen 10 classic films related to the park experience and offer a new way to enjoy the park.

## Fight card announced for “買取大吉 presents BreakingDown20”!

- Published: 2026-06-05T22:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000203.000090289.html
- anchor: #n733956
- Companies mentioned: 買取大吉、BLACK COMBAT、RIZIN

BreakingDown Inc. announced the fight card for all 36 bouts at the martial arts event “買取大吉 presents BreakingDown20,” to be held in Fukuoka on June 14, 2026. The milestone 20th edition will be held in Kyushu for the first time, and will also feature matchups against RIZIN and BLACK COMBAT.

## “I was so caught up in it that I don't remember”: FANTASTICS' Keito Kimura recalls selection camp

- Published: 2026-06-05T22:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000225.000014935.html
- anchor: #n733955
- Companies mentioned: ニッポン放送、LDH、EXILE

FANTASTICS performer Keito Kimura appeared as a guest on ニッポン放送's program “Akane Osawa LUCKY 7” and shared stories about his artistic beginnings and the selection camp held when the group was formed.

## 名古屋の経営層・管理職100名が明かした「理念が現場に届かない」本当の理由

- Published: 2026-06-05T22:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000550.000048039.html
- anchor: #n733954

株式会社イマジナ held a branding seminar in Nagoya attended by about 100 executives and managers. A survey found that more than 70% of participants felt their companies faced challenges in communicating their corporate philosophy, leading to consultations with the company.

## Registered Players for the 2026-2027 Season (as of June 4, 2026)

- Published: 2026-06-05T22:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002959.000038094.html
- anchor: #n733953

The T.League has announced the players registered for the 2026-2027 season. Rosters for 4 men’s teams and 6 women’s teams have been released, featuring notable players including Tomokazu Harimoto, Hina Hayata and Miyuu Kihara.

## [Kurashiki] Premium beer garden surrounded by roses and illuminations, “Rose Garden BEER TERRACE (ローズガーデンビアテラス) 2026,” opens in June.

- Published: 2026-06-05T21:38:43+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000168102.html
- anchor: #n733346

Suiho Shoji Co., Ltd. will hold “Rose Garden BEER TERRACE 2026” on weekends starting in June 2026 at the wedding venue シャトー・ドゥ・フェリシオン in Kurashiki, Okayama Prefecture. Guests can enjoy buffet dishes and wine in a space surrounded by illuminations and roses. Alongside the regular plan, the “Rose Garden Premium” plan offers all-you-can-drink Louis Latour wines and a choice of sparkling wines.

## The long-awaited launch in English-speaking markets and Steam release are set for July 1! New original characters have also been announced, including “Original Gabimaru,” designed by staff behind the TV anime Hell’s Paradise: Jigokuraku!

- Published: 2026-06-05T21:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001041.000042572.html
- anchor: #n733347
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グッドスマイルカンパニー

The English-language release and Steam launch of Hell’s Paradise: Paradise Battle are set for July 1. The creation of new original characters has also been announced.

## Keep cool during tropical nights when air conditioning is recommended all night: a summer comforter resembling a “flying squirrel” will be exhibited at Big Sight from June 24 (Wed.).

- Published: 2026-06-05T21:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000128.000020042.html
- anchor: #n733047

Amaze Plus has developed a summer comforter that lets only the hands and feet stick out to prevent chills while sleeping with the air conditioner on. It will be exhibited at Lifestyle Week starting June 24.

## [Featuring special guests] Special event in OSAKA to celebrate the OLED promotion!

- Published: 2026-06-05T21:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000183.000011207.html
- anchor: #n733046
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社アイ・オー・データ機器、株式会社ヨドバシカメラ、Crazy Raccoon、KADOKAWA FAV gaming、SCARZ

I-O DATA will hold an experiential promotional event in Osaka for its latest QD-OLED gaming monitor, “GigaCrysta.” A competition featuring special guests will also take place.

## [TAC Police and Firefighter Careers] “Learn About Police Officers and Firefighters in 30 Minutes!” will be streamed on June 9 (Tue.) and June 14 (Sun.).

- Published: 2026-06-05T21:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002460.000021078.html
- anchor: #n732742

TAC株式会社 will stream a free online information session for aspiring police officers and firefighters, “Learn About Police Officers and Firefighters in 30 Minutes!,” exclusively on YouTube on June 9 and 14, 2026. It will also run a summer discount campaign from June 1 through 30, offering a 22,000-yen discount on the Comprehensive Main Course Lite, aimed at passing the 2027 exams.

## 株式会社アナログPR receives a letter of appreciation from 一般社団法人global construction union

- Published: 2026-06-05T21:00:05+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000191.000119466.html
- anchor: #n732743
- Companies mentioned: 一般社団法人global construction union

株式会社アナログPR received a letter of appreciation for its contributions to operations from 一般社団法人global construction union, which supports the development of the construction industry.

## Takara Belmont’s Shiori Oikawa joins domestic league team 東京ヴェルディホッケーチーム

- Published: 2026-06-05T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000446.000055758.html
- anchor: #n732750
- Companies mentioned: タカラベルモント株式会社、東京ヴェルディホッケーチーム

Shiori Oikawa, who is affiliated with Takara Belmont, has returned to 東京ヴェルディホッケーチーム after playing for a Spanish club. The company will continue to support her.

## Rated 4.45 stars for being “cool and comfortable,” Rakuten’s No. 1 chin-rest pet mat is 15% off and featured in the Rakuten Super Sale as a way to beat the damp early-summer heat.

- Published: 2026-06-05T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000999.000079792.html
- anchor: #n732749
- Companies mentioned: Fun Standard株式会社、株式会社RKB毎日ホールディングス

Fun Standard株式会社 has announced a limited-time 15% off campaign during the Rakuten Super Sale for its popular cooling pet mat.

## First reveal of the artist tie-in music video and collaboration details for the completely new smartphone game Tokyo Revengers UNLIMITED (アンリベ), based on the TV anime Tokyo Revengers!

- Published: 2026-06-05T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001038.000042572.html
- anchor: #n732748
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社グッドスマイルカンパニー、株式会社f4samurai

The smartphone game Tokyo Revengers UNLIMITED has announced an artist tie-in music video and a collaboration with the anime WIND BREAKER. New merchandise for a special exhibition in Akihabara has also been revealed.

## 『ロぺピクニックのちゃんと+かわいい保証』第2弾が始動！これで大丈夫と思える一着を。暑い日も1枚で着映える「デザイントップス」や、悩まず決まる「きちんと見えセットアップ」を発売！

- Published: 2026-06-05T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001396.000006099.html
- anchor: #n732747
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ジュン

株式会社ジュン, which operates ROPE' PICNIC, has announced the 2nd installment of “ROPE' PICNIC’s Just-Right + Cute Guarantee,” rolling out from the 2026 spring/summer season. The collection for working women includes 8 styles, such as design tops and coordinated sets combining trend appeal with functionality. A web commercial and a giveaway campaign are also underway.

## CANDY TUNE’s Kotomi Tachibana makes a surprise debut as a CanCam exclusive model!

- Published: 2026-06-05T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003712.000013640.html
- anchor: #n732746
- Companies mentioned: 小学館

Kotomi Tachibana, a member of idol group CANDY TUNE, has joined women’s fashion magazine CanCam as an exclusive model. Her appearance in the June issue, released in April, was well received and led to the exclusive offer. An exclusive-model debut feature will appear in the August issue, on sale June 23.

## Soul InFight Brothers, the band led by former Tsubomi Daikakumei member Rin Okamoto, will release its 1st album, “Proud Facts,” on Sept. 23 (Wed.). A release commemorative live show will also be held on Sept. 22 (Tue.)!

- Published: 2026-06-05T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000005080.000029501.html
- anchor: #n732745
- Companies mentioned: よしもと、明和電機

元「つぼみ大革命」岡本りん率いるバンド「Soul InFight Brothers」が1stアルバムを発売。記念ライブも開催決定。

## An Animate-only shop celebrating Identity V’s 8th anniversary is coming! New merchandise featuring newly drawn illustrations on the “Fairy Tales × Sweets” theme will also be available!

- Published: 2026-06-05T21:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000008460.000016756.html
- anchor: #n732744
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フロンティアワークス

An Identity V 8th-anniversary event will be held at Animate, featuring a limited-time shop and new “Fairy Tales × Sweets” merchandise.

## [A first for the organization] Popular brand CITEN enters 2 markets! Unprecedented simultaneous live commerce broadcasts featuring top streamers from Taiwan and Hong Kong

- Published: 2026-06-05T20:54:56+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000037.000161515.html
- anchor: #n732436
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ユナイテッドアローズ

The International Business Connectivity Organization held simultaneous live commerce broadcasts for the Japanese brand CITEN targeting Taiwan and Hong Kong. It supports Japanese companies’ overseas expansion through simultaneous outreach to multiple markets.

## [Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture] Rain makes it even better: glamping and BBQ facility ウッドデザインパークいちのみや-紡- launches a stay plan with “rainy season retreat perks”

- Published: 2026-06-05T20:49:42+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001028.000045400.html
- anchor: #n732437

A glamping facility in Ichinomiya, Aichi Prefecture, has launched a rainy-season-only stay plan that includes extra perks when it rains.