Campaign Launched to Celebrate the Announcement of Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance!
A social media campaign offering a chance to win an original desk mat has launched to celebrate the announcement of Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance.
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Turning Unread Explanations into Engaging Experiences: PITALIy Launches AI Avatar Quiz Feature
AIVy has added an interactive quiz feature to its AI concierge, PITALIy, allowing users to learn through conversation. The feature aims to encourage user participation and deepen understanding of information.
【饂飩の四國】3 Varieties of Chilled Udon on Sale Starting Monday, June 8
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Held in Kansai for the First Time! Japan’s Largest Therapist Festival, Therapy World Osaka 2026, Coming Soon!
BAB Japan Co., Ltd. will hold Therapy World Osaka 2026, Japan’s largest therapy exhibition, in Kansai for the first time. The event aims to promote wellness through business meetings and seminars for industry professionals.
【August 17】Networking Event for Business Leaders with Roadster Capital (TSE Prime 3482) President Iwano
IR Robotics Inc. has released a new video on its business-focused YouTube channel, “IPO or M&A? TV,” featuring Tatsushi Iwano, Representative Director and President of Roadster Capital Co., Ltd. To mark the video’s release, an in-person networking event limited to the first 20 business leaders will be held at an undisclosed location in Tokyo on August 17, 2026, where participants can learn directly from President Iwano about management decision-making.
A new Japanese-modern experience in beauty and relaxation from Fi-Neグループ. Japanese Head Spa 翠 SUi, a specialty head spa offering deep relaxation in fully private rooms designed to make international guests feel at ease, opens.
Fi-Neグループ will open Japanese Head Spa SUi, a specialty head spa in the Omotesando and Shibuya area, on June 1, 2026. It will offer a high-quality relaxation experience in a Japanese-modern setting.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ファイン、Fi-Neグループ
“A Two-Story Home in an Apartment Building.” Maisonette Units of More Than 120㎡ Coming to Central Kochi City
Kazuken Construction Co., Ltd. has launched its new condominium brand, Be Well The Residence, and is selling its first project, Be Well Takajo The Residence, in Takajo-machi, Kochi City, with 59 units in total. Features include a 120.25㎡ maisonette unit, available in a limited run of 2, the first shared facility, a sky lounge, and homes designed in keeping with the philosophy of “real custom-made” homes, which received a 2022 Good Design Award.
Preventing Time Wasted by “I’d Like to Get Married Someday”: Dating and Marriage App Yoitoki Adds a Feature to Visualize When Users Hope to Marry
Dating and marriage app Yoitoki has added a feature to visualize users’ preferred marriage timelines and strengthened its AI recommendation logic. The changes aim to prevent mismatches and support more efficient relationship-building.
Companies mentioned：OLA PARTY JAPAN株式会社、SMBCコンシューマーファイナンス株式会社、株式会社明治安田総合研究所
Trailer Introduces an Additional Route Depicting the Harrowing “γ (Gamma) World Line” in STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT
MAGES. has released a trailer for the γ world-line additional route in STEINS;GATE RE:BOOT. Orders for the ultra-limited edition are open until June 15.
Companies mentioned：株式会社MAGES.、Amazon.co.jp
Explore Japan’s Latest Art Trends! A New Topical Learning Material Is Here / New Learning Material on Japan’s Latest Art Trends, Popular on Social Media | Native Camp Japanese
Online Japanese conversation service Native Camp Japanese has added new learning material about artworks trending on social media to its Daily Topics. A new-user campaign for Taiwan is also underway.
Release PV for Visual Novel Game VALKYRIE TUNE: The Mechanical Eye Unveiled! Release Date Set for July 23, 2026!
Good Smile Company, Inc. has announced that the full version of Valkyrie Tune: The Mechanical Eye, a visual novel game based on its original bishoujo plastic model line VALKYRIE TUNE, will be released on July 23, 2026. The company also unveiled a PV for the full release and the theme song “song of birth,” sung by Asami Imai. In addition, the free demo will support multiple languages, including English and Chinese, starting June 6, 2026, and will feature enhanced presentation.
【The Tokyo Station Hotel】Stay Plan with Private Afternoon Tea: An Elegant Afternoon Tea Dressed in PINK
The Tokyo Station Hotel is offering a stay plan with private afternoon tea in its LIBERTY concept room, created to mark the hotel’s 110th anniversary. The plan features a PINK dessert plate, alongside an afternoon tea menu themed around cheese.
Companies mentioned：LIBERTY（リバティ）
For a “Future” Filled with Colorful Smiles from Employees and Customers Alike: Exhibiting at Tokyo Pride 2026
AEON will exhibit at the LGBTQ+ event Tokyo Pride 2026, with a booth and participation in the parade to promote respect for diversity.
YTV Announcer Mao Hayashi to Make Her First Appearance on ABC Radio’s “Samantha Anansa’s DO UP”! Special Cross-Station Feature Set for June 6
YTV announcer Mao Hayashi will appear as a guest on ABC Radio’s “Samantha Anansa’s DO UP,” airing June 6. The program will feature a special collaboration across station lines.
Companies mentioned：朝日放送ラジオ株式会社、読売テレビ放送株式会社
【2-Minute Walk from Rokakoen Station】Storage Facility Spelabo Suginami Rokakoen to Open July 1, 2026!
UKCorporation will open a new storage facility in Suginami Ward, Tokyo, on July 1, 2026. The company will roll out an unmanned operating model focused on convenience and security.
Companies mentioned：UKCorporation
August 21 Marks the 150th Anniversary of Shizuoka Prefecture! A Culinary Journey Through Shizuoka’s Bounty at a Hot Spring Resort with Stunning Ocean Views, Available Through the End of September
To mark the 150th anniversary of Shizuoka Prefecture, 吉祥CAREN will offer a special accommodation plan featuring local ingredients for a limited time.
Companies mentioned：吉祥CAREN、土井酒造場
OTB Announces Sustainability Report 2025
OTB Group has published its 2025 Sustainability Report, outlining a clear roadmap and progress toward reducing environmental impact while advancing social inclusion.
Companies mentioned：The Fashion Pact、SBTi、OTBファウンデーション、イタリア教育・功績省、国境なき医師団
That’s No Moon Entertainment Announces Crossfire
On June 5, 2026, independent AAA development studio That’s No Moon Entertainment announced Crossfire, a story-driven, single-player third-person tactical action-adventure based on Smilegate’s IP. The game is scheduled for release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Smilegate will publish the console versions, while Team K1, Tencent Games’ global publishing division, will publish the PC version. The cast includes Claudia Doumit and Ricky Whittle. The development team, led by Game Director Jacob Minkoff, is using innovative combat and stealth mechanics, including a new “Adaptive Cover” system that changes characters’ posture in real time.
Give Beer, Grow Forests: Wa no Mori Ale Gift Set Donates 3% of Sales to a Forest Conservation Fund
Kazuken Construction Co., Ltd. is selling Wa no Mori Ale Gift Set, a craft beer gift set that donates 3% of sales to a forest conservation fund. The company signed a “Collaborative Forest Partners Agreement” with Kochi Prefecture and Niyodogawa Town on July 25, 2022, and has since carried out forest conservation activities. This limited gift set is intended to help people feel closer to those efforts and contains 6 bottles of beer from Kochi Campagne Brewery.
GARNI to Release New Pieces from Its 2026 “Yohaku” Collection on Saturday, June 6 — GARNI tokyo to Host an Immersive Collection Space
Jewelry brand GARNI will release new pieces from its “Yohaku” collection on June 6, 2026. The collection features genderless jewelry inspired by traditional Japanese crafts.
The Orchestra Match: New Japan Pro-Wrestling × Orchestra—An Unprecedented Clash of Worlds!
DAF Co., Ltd. announced “The Orchestra Match New Japan Pro-Wrestling x Orchestra (Kyoto Phil Special Symphony Orchestra)” collaboration concert, to be held at Tokyo International Forum Hall A on July 20, 2026. This unique event features wrestlers like Hiroshi Tanahashi, Togi Makabe, Tomoaki Honma, Hiroyoshi Tenzan, and Master Wato performing musically alongside the Kyoto Phil Special Symphony Orchestra conducted by Toshio Yanagisawa. It also includes orchestral tributes to legendary entrance themes of Antonio Inoki, Riki Choshu, and others, with general ticket sales starting on June 6, 2026.
Original【今回で１日45本、過去累計で160本を突破！】大起水産が誇る驚異の調達力！6月20日（土）、圧倒的スケールで贈る「生・本まぐろ一斉解体ショー」第4回を全45店舗で同日開催！
On June 20, Daiki Suisan will hold the 4th “Fresh Whole Bluefin Tuna Simultaneous Cutting Show” at 45 stores nationwide. Leveraging its procurement capabilities, which have surpassed 160 tuna in total, it will serve fresh whole bluefin tuna.
【Using donations made through the hometown tax donation program】Supporting the creation of new play spaces for children: grants of up to ¥10 million for privately developed play areas [Setouchi City, Okayama Prefecture]
Setouchi City, Okayama Prefecture, has established a new program using hometown tax donations to provide grants of up to ¥10 million for privately developed play areas for children.
Handmade rice balls by a Michelin-starred chef! A dream collaboration featuring fillings made by the chef himself! In June, a collaboration with Chef Tomokazu Ooya of “Midori Ooya” in Temmabashi! A special dish made with refreshing new ginger koji to dispel the dampness of the rainy season!
Original大阪の空堀商店街にあるおにぎり店「空堀おにぎり（おびむす）」が、ミシュラン星獲得店『翠 大屋』の大屋友和シェフが手作りした具材を用いたコラボおむすび「牛白味噌煮と新生姜麹」を2026年6月6日11:00から100個限定、価格500円で販売する。
Manga Box and Drecom launch “DRE Box,” a new comic label specializing in isekai fantasy, on June 6!
Manga Box Inc. is partnering with Drecom Co., Ltd. to launch “DRE Box,” a new joint comic label specializing in isekai and fantasy works, on June 6, 2026. The label will adapt works from Drecom’s light novel label “DRE Novels” into comics, combining Manga Box’s editorial and media strengths with Drecom’s IP production expertise. New titles will begin rolling out on the launch date, with new releases arriving for 4 consecutive months. The first title, “The Borderland Slow Life of a Minor Official with the Makings of a Chancellor,” has begun serialization.
Easing “dating fatigue” among working adults: Dating and matchmaking app “Yoitoki” updates 3 specialized AI features (profile analysis, photo selection guide, and matching assistant)
OLA PARTY JAPAN enhances the AI features of dating and matchmaking app “Yoitoki,” aiming to ease dating fatigue and improve safety.
Companies mentioned：OLA PARTY JAPAN株式会社、ツヴァイ
Autograph and photo session with former Japan national soccer team player Naohiro Ishikawa to be held at “MINT GAMES Ikebukuro” on 6/27 (Sat)!
株式会社ミント will hold a fan event featuring former Japan national soccer team player Naohiro Ishikawa on June 27, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ミント、横浜F・マリノス、FC東京、PSA
【SEKIYA RESORT】A new way to own a hotel in Beppu: Reservations open for the 1st phase of sales at “Rock & Steam”
On June 6, 2026, SEKIYA RESORT opened reservations for the 1st phase of sales at “Rock & Steam,” a hotel condominium in Beppu City. The property offers a model that combines ownership and stays, inviting guests to enjoy hot springs and art.
June 6 is room6 Day! “room6day 2026” launches
room6 Inc. has launched the “room6day 2026” campaign to celebrate June 6 as “room6 Day.” New announcements include the decision to produce the chase-action game “Moonlight of Traumerei” for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch, and to sell original merchandise for “Moonlight of Traumerei” and “BatteryNote,” produced by Movic. A special page featuring 28 or more titles has also opened on Steam, alongside a commemorative sale. On X (formerly Twitter), a giveaway campaign will run from June 6 to June 15, 2026, with a complete set of all 28 “Tokimeki♡room6 Fortune” gacha cards going to 6 winners selected by lottery.
Huh? “Cho-bad?” “Cho-good?” Even in the Reiwa era? Current high school students weigh in! Ranking of words they feel are “so outdated” revealed!
Original株式会社ワカモノリサーチが運営する「ワカモノリサーチ」が、現役高校生を対象に「最近“この言葉もう古いなぁ”と感じた言葉」を調査。1位は「ぴえん」(12.8%)、2位「まじ卍」(8.5%)、3位「チョベリグ」(6.0%)という結果を発表した。平成リバイバルブームや親の影響で、1990年代の流行語がランクインする現象も見られた。
Original夏に向けた英語学習スタートを応援|QQEnglish、オンライン英会話の全プランが初月999円となる6月限定キャンペーンを実施
Original株式会社QQEnglishは、2026年6月1日から6月30日まで、新規入会者を対象にオンライン英会話の全プランが初月999円（税込）となるキャンペーンを実施。適用には無料会員登録後2日以内の初回無料体験レッスン受講と、最低2ヶ月間の継続契約が必要である。同サービスはTESOL取得義務のある正社員教師による高品質マンツーマン指導を特徴とする。
【Stay comfortable with summer tailoring】Global Style is giving away a “¥2,000 OFF coupon for a premium custom-made suit” with qualifying plans! The special offer is available at all stores through June 30 (Tuesday).
Originalグローバルスタイル株式会社は、対象プランのご利用で『本格オーダースーツ2,000円OFFクーポン』をプレゼントするフェアを2026年6月30日（火）まで全店舗で開催しています。クーポン適用により、本格オーダースーツが1着あたり23,000円（税込25,300円）から購入可能となるほか、新登場の「ゼロライク®デザイン」や夏用仕立てのプランも提供されます。
【Former K-BALLET TOKYO dancer Saya Narita confirmed for a highly anticipated starring role!】She will perform Odette/Odile in the Kansai performance of Ballet Ensemble Gala 2026!
Marty Co., Ltd. announced that Saya Narita, a former principal soloist with K-BALLET TOKYO, will appear in the Kansai performance of “Ballet Ensemble Gala 2026,” hosted by the company, in the starring roles of Odette/Odile in Acts 2 and 3 of “Swan Lake.” Narita is from Osaka Prefecture, making this performance a homecoming to the Kansai region.
Drecom and Manga Box launch “DRE Box,” a new comic label specializing in isekai fantasy, on June 6!
Drecom and Manga Box have established “DRE Box,” a new comic label specializing in isekai fantasy. Combining the strengths of both companies, the label will release new titles for 4 consecutive months.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ドリコム、株式会社マンガボックス、TBSグループ
Lift your lashes and your spirits all the way to space! “Scalp D Eyelash Serum” collaborates with “Space Brothers,” giving away limited-edition “Character Mirrors” and “Tote Bags” to brighten your day
ANGFA will launch a collaboration campaign between the “Scalp D Eyelash Serum” Queen Series and the manga “Space Brothers” on June 8. The campaign will feature purchase bonuses and social media promotions.
Companies mentioned：アンファー株式会社、株式会社アイロムグループ、株式会社ICELLEAP
“I really hated when photo prints and pamphlets got bent in my bag.” A new first-ever color version of the A4 clear file, boasting a remarkable 0.5 mm thickness, lets you protect your fan merchandise in your favorite color | “The rumored tough one”: Shorui Mamoru-kun
OriginalFun Standard株式会社は、同社が展開するブランド「BELLEMOND（ベルモンド）」より、厚さ0.5mm（一般的なファイルの2.5倍）を誇る折り曲げ防止クリアファイル「書類まもる君」の新ラインナップとして、ビジネスでの書類仕分けや推し活グッズの保護に最適な「A4カラータイプ（5色セット／単色カラー5枚セット）」を2026年5月に発売した。パープル、ブルー、グリーン、イエロー、レッドの5色展開で、価格は1,198円（税込、2026/06/03時点）。角丸加工や切り欠き加工を施した高品質ポリプロピレン（PP）製で、Amazonおよび楽天市場の公式ストアにて販売されている。
Original『PRODUCE 101 JAPAN 新世界』ファイナリスト22名がパジャマ姿で本音を語り合うスペシャル企画『おやすみ、新世界』をLeminoで独占配信！
Original株式会社NTTドコモは、映像配信サービス「Lemino」にて、サバイバルオーディション番組『PRODUCE 101 JAPAN 新世界』のファイナリスト22名が出演するスペシャル企画『おやすみ、新世界』を2026年6月6日10:00より独占配信する。これに伴い、直筆サイン入りオリジナルパジャマが当たるLeminoプレミアム会員限定のプレゼントキャンペーンを2026年6月6日から6月21日まで実施する。
[For distribution and retail companies] What does SCM reform look like in anticipation of the 2028 implementation of the “Appropriate Cost System”? Funai Research Institute Supply Chain Consulting releases a guide explaining the transition to demand-forecast-driven push logistics
Funai Research Institute Supply Chain Consulting has released a guide on logistics reform ahead of the 2028 implementation of the Appropriate Cost System. It advocates a shift to demand-forecast-driven push delivery.
[Sapporo, Jozankei Onsen Shogetsu Grand Hotel] A summer kaiseki meal to bring cool comfort: Shogetsu’s seasonal indulgence. Now being served.
Shogetsu Grand Hotel in Jozankei Onsen began serving its summer kaiseki menu in June 2026. The sumptuous dishes, made with Hokkaido ingredients, bring the flavors of summer to the table.
Companies mentioned：野口観光マネジメント株式会社
[Fuji TV] SATANIC CARNIVAL 2026 on Fuji TV NEXT Live Premium: August 9 (Sunday), DAY 1, 19:00–21:00; DAY 2, 21:00–23:00
Fuji Television Network, Inc. has announced that it will exclusively broadcast and stream coverage of SATANIC CARNIVAL 2026, a punk, loud rock and hardcore music festival taking place at Makuhari Messe on June 6 and 7, 2026, on Fuji TV NEXT Live Premium and Fuji TV NEXTsmart on August 9.
[South Korea’s NC] Guild Wars 3, the official numbered entry in the Guild Wars series, unveiled for the first time at SGF2026! Planned for global release on PC / Steam / PS5
NC Corporation announced Guild Wars 3, the latest numbered entry in the Guild Wars series, at Summer Game Fest 2026. The title, the first in the series to support consoles, is scheduled for beta testing in the second half of 2027.
Companies mentioned：NC Corporation、ArenaNet
NuiPal plush toys are coming from the TV anime Oblivion Battery!
5 new designs in NuiPal, a palm-sized plush toy series measuring approximately 12 cm, have been announced for the TV anime Oblivion Battery. They are scheduled to go on sale on October 2, 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ムービック、集英社、KADOKAWA、MAPPA、アニメイト
Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 3: Runner launches
Epic Games announced the launch of Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 3: Runner on June 6 (JST). The new season introduces the 'Shattered Coast' map, spirit extraction gameplay, new weapons, movement mechanics, and a 20% Epic Rewards program.
Akari Hosho partners with Kyoto Bank to provide lifelong support and guarantor services for older adults and others
Akari Hosho and Kyoto Bank have entered into a business partnership. The agreement will make guarantor and lifelong support services for older people living alone available to Kyoto Bank customers, strengthening community-based assistance and monitoring systems.
Companies mentioned：株式会社あかり保証、株式会社京都銀行
One-stop protection for Galaxy S26, Z Flip and Z Fold: MICRODIA to launch Protection Pack in Japan, combining case, screen and lens protection
Kofuku Shoji LLC has begun offering businesses a protection accessory pack by MICRODIA for new Samsung Galaxy models. Combining a case with screen and lens protection, the pack is designed to streamline retailers’ recommendations.
Companies mentioned：Samsung、MICRODIA essentials™
Final installment in the series, Final Fantasy VII Rebellion, set for release in spring 2027
Square Enix announced that Final Fantasy VII Rebellion, the concluding installment in the Final Fantasy VII Remake series, will be released in spring 2027.
Companies mentioned：株式会社スクウェア・エニックス
[No. 1 in 3 Amazon categories] Seigo Nakagawa’s book, The Guide to Using LINE to Strengthen Your Company, reaches No. 1 in 3 Amazon rankings immediately after release
BALSA Inc. representative Seigo Nakagawa announced that his book, A Guide to Using LINE to Strengthen Your Company: Achieve Results in as Little as 3 Months (published by Bookdam Inc., list price 1,980 yen), went on sale on May 29, 2026, and ranked No. 1 in 3 Amazon categories—Marketing and Sales, Practical Management and Leadership, and Social Media and Blogs—as of May 25, ahead of its release. For companies that have adopted official LINE accounts but are not seeing results, the book offers a roadmap for success by systematizing pre-delivery planning rather than focusing on delivery techniques.
T.O.P JAPAN FANMEETING 2026 -RE:UNION-: Fan meeting with all seats offered free of charge to thank Japanese fans!
T.O.P, who made a comeback this April with his first solo album in 13 years, will hold “T.O.P JAPAN FANMEETING -RE:UNION₋ T.O.P WITH THE FANS,” a fan-club-member-exclusive fan meeting with all seats offered free of charge, at Pia Arena MM in Yokohama on July 9, 2026. Tickets will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. The first FC application period runs from June 5 to June 10, and the second from June 13 to July 1.
ONLYOFFICE releases v1.0.0 integration solution for Alfresco Content App
Ascensio Systems Pte. Ltd has released ONLYOFFICE integration v1.0.0 for Alfresco Content App (ACA). It enables users to create, edit and convert office documents and collaborate on them in real time within Alfresco’s modern interface. Distributed as an npm package (@onlyoffice/alfresco-extension), it eliminates the need to switch between tools and helps improve business efficiency.
Popular program “Field Trip Plus” taking place in June
Global Learner’s Institute will hold Field Trip Plus, an immersive English-language learning program themed around space, on June 28, 2026. The program offers a practical educational experience combining inquiry-based learning with opportunities to express ideas in English.
Do you really understand the difference? [A must-see for PR professionals: What’s the difference between a PR agency and a PR consultant? Which should you hire? A thorough comparison of their roles and strengths] Video release campaign
Takehisa Inoue of 株式会社カレー総合研究所 has released a video explaining the difference between PR agencies and PR consultants. A campaign running through June 7 will award PR agency selection consulting worth 300,000 yen to 2 viewers.
Companies mentioned：株式会社カレー総合研究所、井上戦略PRコンサルティング事務所
“Look, even the footprints are adorable!” New cat and goldfish sandals priced at 1,680 yen leave paw-print or fish-shaped tracks as you walk. Made of washable EVA, they bring a cute touch to balconies after the rain and everyday life
Fun Standard Co., Ltd.'s brand BELLEMOND has launched new Goldfish and Cat sandals priced at 1,680 yen (tax included) on Rakuten. Made of lightweight and soft EVA material that is easily washable, the sandals feature wiggle eyes and a unique sole design that leaves fish or cat paw prints when walking on sand or wet ground.
'AION2' set for global PC release in September 2026; preregistration opens! New trailer unveiled at 'Summer Game Fest 2026'!
NC Corporation announced that 'AION2' will launch worldwide in September 2026. The PC MMORPG features aerial combat and beautiful graphics, and is building anticipation by offering an exclusive pet as a preregistration bonus.
Companies mentioned：NC Corporation、Steam、ギフティ、Amazon
'Tifa' from the 'Final Fantasy VII Remake' series joins Year 4 of 'Street Fighter 6'! New characters 'Yasmin,' 'Arjun' and 'Bosh' also enter the fight!
Four characters, including FFVII's Tifa, will join 'Street Fighter 6' as Year 4 characters. Sales of the DLC pass begin today, 6/6.
Companies mentioned：SQUARE ENIX
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Legislature to review draft bill codifying pay raises for military, civil servants and teachers next week; DPP hopes public hearing is held first
The Legislative Yuan's Judiciary and Organic Laws and Statutes Committee will review the draft bill to codify pay raises for military personnel, civil servants and teachers on the 10th and 11th. KMT legislator 翁曉玲 argues that pay raises should be tied to economic growth and inflation, while DPP caucus secretary-general 莊瑞雄 hopes a public hearing will be held first.
Puli police step up crackdown on drug- and drunk-driving; 5 cases referred for prosecution in 3 days
Puli Precinct recorded 5 cases involving drunk driving, drug-impaired driving and refusal to take a test in 3 days, and referred them for prosecution in accordance with the law.
White House to accelerate national security AI applications, stressing they must not be used for illegal surveillance
The White House announced that it would accelerate AI applications for national security, stressing they must not be used for illegal surveillance. Trump signed a memorandum requiring the secretary of war to update the autonomous weapons directive within 90 days and asking AI developers to voluntarily submit models for cybersecurity testing. The move stems from a clash between Anthropic and 五角大廈.
Companies mentioned：Anthropic、五角大廈
Could outpatient surgery requiring only a one-day visit be covered like hospitalization? Life insurers say broader recognition is unlikely
壽險公會 will meet on June 10 to discuss whether one-day surgery should be covered like hospitalization. Industry representatives say the key issue is the hospitalization procedure, and that broader recognition of outpatient surgery is unlikely.
Companies mentioned：壽險公會、金管會、台大醫院
From dog-meat rumors to export controversy, Egypt faces urgent crisis over managing stray dogs
A discovery of spoiled meat in Egypt sparked rumors of dog meat and triggered a crisis over the management of stray dogs. Parliament proposed exporting stray dogs, but the veterinary association opposed the idea.
Companies mentioned：埃及獨立報、埃及RT電視台
Tainan police officer accused of sexual harassment in Yunlin; precinct decides to dismiss him after issuing 2 major demerits
A police officer surnamed Chou with 台南市警局第一分局 was accused of sexually harassing a woman at a temple in Yunlin County and was dismissed after receiving 2 major demerits.
Companies mentioned：台南市警局第一分局、雲林縣警察局、台南地檢署、台南市政府
Hundreds gather to bid farewell at funeral for Kaohsiung elementary school teacher; Chen Chi-mai pays his respects
An elementary school teacher in Kaohsiung died after falling from a building. Hundreds gathered for the funeral on the 6th, and Mayor Chen Chi-mai attended to pay his respects.
Chiayi wholesaler charged with fraud for passing off Vietnamese oysters as fresh Budai oysters
A wholesaler surnamed Wang in Chiayi County allegedly passed off imported Vietnamese oysters as 'fresh Budai oysters' and sold them to an unwitting food company, which then resold them to a chain retailer in Hsinchu. From July to October 2025, the wholesaler shipped a total of 12,216 packages and obtained 516,950 yuan in illicit proceeds. 新竹地檢署 indicted the wholesaler for fraud and violating the Act Governing Food Safety and Sanitation.
Companies mentioned：衛福部食藥署、農業部水產試驗所、法務部調查局新竹市調查站、新竹地檢署
Fire outside Green Island guesthouse damages 21 scooters; arson not ruled out
A scooter fire outside a guesthouse on Green Island damaged 21 scooters. No one was injured, and police are investigating whether it was arson.
Han Zheng meets Putin in Russia, says political trust and practical cooperation will continue to be strengthened
Chinese Vice President Han Zheng met Russian President Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg on June 5, conveying Xi Jinping's greetings and stressing the need to strengthen political trust and practical cooperation. Putin said Russia-China relations were at a high level and trade was growing.
Companies mentioned：新華社、俄羅斯衛星通訊社
32 Chinese military aircraft and vessels operate around Taiwan Strait; Taiwan military closely monitors and responds
The Ministry of National Defense detected 32 Chinese military aircraft and vessels operating around the Taiwan Strait. Two military aircraft crossed the median line of the strait, and Taiwan's military is closely monitoring the situation.
Huang Renxun's whirlwind visit boosts Computex; hotels fully booked and taking reservations through next year
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Companies mentioned：輝達（NVIDIA）、漢來飯店、君悅飯店、寒舍集團、台北寒舍艾美酒店、瀚寓酒店、台北萬豪酒店、晶華酒店
Two red pandas from Shanghai arrive at Taipei Zoo; condition is good
Two red pandas from 上海動物園 arrived at Taipei Zoo in the early hours of June 6 and are in good condition.
Companies mentioned：上海動物園
FIFA revises water bottle policy again, allowing disposable soft plastic bottles into venues
After its ban on reusable water bottles drew backlash, FIFA announced a policy change on June 5, allowing fans to bring disposable soft plastic water bottles into venues.
Companies mentioned：國際足球總會（FIFA）、世界氣候歸因組織（World Weather Attribution）
How to choose internet access when traveling abroad? eSIM and roaming with your existing number explained
With overseas travel booming, eSIM and roaming with an existing number each have pros and cons. eSIMs are cheaper but carry greater cybersecurity risks, while roaming with an existing number is stable and secure but more expensive. Experts and telecom providers offer advice on choosing between them.
Companies mentioned：中華電信
Landslide cuts off traffic on Southern Cross-Island Highway; road expected to reopen by 10 a.m.
A landslide occurred on a slope along the Lidao section of the Southern Cross-Island Highway in Taitung County, cutting off traffic. The road is expected to reopen by 10 a.m.
Companies mentioned：公路局關山工務段
Penghu cycling event draws more than 100 riders to mark World Bicycle Day
The Penghu National Scenic Area Administration held the 'Ride the Penghu Islands in Early Summer' event to mark World Bicycle Day, with more than 150 riders cycling 15 kilometers.
Companies mentioned：交通部觀光署澎湖國家風景區管理處、澎湖縣政府教育處
Trump says Iran has 22% of its missiles left and will ultimately have to reach a deal with the US
Trump said Iran has 22% of its missile stockpile remaining and will ultimately reach a deal with the US. Iran's military said it fired warning missiles at US warships in the Gulf of Oman, a claim Washington denied. Kuwait intercepted 30 Iranian ballistic missiles.
Companies mentioned：國家廣播公司新聞網（NBC News）、法新社
Trump says Iran has 22% of its missiles left and will ultimately have to reach a deal with the US
Trump says Iran has 21-22% of its missile stockpile left, predicts it will ultimately reach a deal with the US. Iran's military said it fired warning missiles at US warships in the Gulf of Oman, a claim Washington denied. Kuwait intercepted 30 Iranian ballistic missiles.
Companies mentioned：NBC News、法新社
Riding the AI boom to profitability, Marvell to join S&P 500 index
標普道瓊指數公司 announced that Marvell Technology will join the S&P 500 index on June 22, as the AI boom has driven the company to profitability.
Companies mentioned：標普道瓊指數公司、PoolCorp、博通、輝達、偉創力公司、金寶湯
Trump seeks major cuts at intelligence agencies under new intelligence chief, aiming to reshape the sector through an ally
US President Trump wants the new acting director of national intelligence, Pulte, to cut staff, sparking controversy.
Companies mentioned：聯邦住房金融局（FHFA）、華爾街日報、聯邦準備理事會（Federal Reserve）
Vice President Hsiao makes first visit to Palau; snorkeling and Taiwan's drone diplomacy in spotlight
Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim began her first visit to Palau under the 'Palau Glory Project,' snorkeling with President Surangel Whipps Jr. and attending a drone donation demonstration, in a bid to strengthen ties and promote tourism.
Hengchun tourism hospital completes first organ donation match in 5 years, showing remote areas can lead the way
Pingtung's Hengchun Tourism Hospital overcame limited medical resources in a remote area to complete its first organ donation match in 5 years. Medical professionals are calling for a fast-track system and incentives to overcome traditional attitudes and resource constraints.
Companies mentioned：衛生福利部恆春旅遊醫院、高雄醫學大學附設中和紀念醫院、衛生福利部屏東醫院
Lithuanian lawmaker calls for stronger security cooperation with Taiwan and development of drone industry
Lithuanian lawmaker Dovilė Šakalienė called for stronger security and civil defense cooperation with Taiwan and discussed joint drone production, expressing hope that Ukraine could also be included in a three-way partnership. She warned that China's expansion would affect global and 北約 security.
Companies mentioned：全球台灣研究中心、玉山論壇、北約
Organ transplant recipients leave the shadow of death behind and embrace new life
中央社 reported on organ transplant recipients, including Yu Tzu-hsuan, who has lived 28 years since a liver transplant; Mr. Chuang, who received a kidney transplant in 2015; teacher Chen, who received a kidney transplant in 2022; and a case in which the mother of a 27-year-old whose heart transplant failed donated her organs.
Companies mentioned：高雄長庚紀念醫院
The silent life lessons of body donors: 'I'd rather students make a wrong incision on me'
Wei Tsung-ming donated his body to Kaohsiung Medical University because of a rare disease and became a body donor for medical education. His wife, Hsu Yu-chen, fulfilled his wish. Kaohsiung Medical University professors and students explained the importance of body donors to medical education.
Companies mentioned：高雄醫學大學
Medical workers become 'ferrymen,' hoping understanding can bridge life and death
Taiwan has enormous demand for organ transplants but few donors, with traditional beliefs and families' reluctance among the main challenges. Medical teams continue to promote the generosity of organ donation through communication and 3D printing technology.
Companies mentioned：中央社、高雄長庚紀念醫院、衛生福利部、高雄市衛生局、高雄醫學大學附設中和紀念醫院
From heartbreak to the courage to let go, love gives life a chance to continue and begin anew
Two Kaohsiung families turned grief into great love, bravely letting go to fulfill their loved ones’ wishes to donate organs. 林景鋒 and 8-year-old girl 洪睿憐 donated their organs, leaving a legacy of love and giving more than 十 patients a new lease on life.
Companies mentioned：長庚醫院、高雄醫學大學、小港醫院、高醫
Lin Wei-en promoted to 3A, now just one step from the major leagues; at 20, he sets record as youngest Taiwanese player
At 20 years and 7 months, Lin Wei-en was promoted to the Athletics’ 3A, setting a record as the youngest Taiwanese player to play in the United States. He excelled in 2A and is now one step closer to the major leagues.
Companies mentioned：奧克蘭運動家、平鎮高中、亞利桑那響尾蛇、米德蘭岩石獵人隊、棒球美國、拉斯維加斯飛行者
Strong afternoon thunderstorms developing; Wu Derong: Watch for damaging rainfall from the 8th
Weather expert Wu Derong said the 5th front of the plum rain season will arrive from the 8th, ushering Taiwan into the peak of the season. People should watch for severe weather and potentially damaging rainfall.
Companies mentioned：中央大學、氣象應用推廣基金會、中央氣象署、中央社
Investors sell off chip stocks as US semiconductor shares plunge
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Companies mentioned：美光（Micron）、英特爾（Intel）、超微（AMD）、美滿電子科技（Marvell Technology）、博通（Broadcom）、輝達（Nvidia）、SpaceX、全國互惠保險公司（Nationwide）、寶鹼（Procter & Gamble）
SpaceX’s much-anticipated IPO next week: $135 per share, no bargaining
SpaceX will list on Nasdaq on the 12th, issuing shares at $135 each and raising $75 billion, setting a record for the largest IPO in history.
Companies mentioned：SpaceX、Saudi Aramco、阿里巴巴、Goldman Sachs、Morgan Stanley、Bank of America、JPMorgan Chase、Citigroup、xAI
Good Morning World》輝達’s GTC returns to Taipei, back in the PC arena; a look at Huang Jen-hsun’s 4 tech insights
輝達 CEO Huang Jen-hsun wrapped up his Taiwan visit and headed to South Korea. President Lai Ching-te emphasized the strengths of Taiwan’s AI ecosystem and the stability of its power supply. The news roundup also covers key developments in weather forecasts, exam results, e-cigarette law revisions, rising prices and international geopolitics.
Companies mentioned：輝達、T1、台師大心測中心、興愷科技、華夏盛科技、海萬盈通環球
US military says it struck Iranian radar sites in response to drone attack
The US military struck Iranian radar sites in response to an Iranian drone attack.
Companies mentioned：美軍中央司令部、路透社、法新社、美國有線電視新聞網、梅爾通訊社