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Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an announced 6 new education policies, including free school lunches for junior high and elementary students starting in the 115 academic year, smaller class sizes, and paid overseas research leave for teachers.
In the Huanan Youth Baseball tournament, Taitung County faced Taipei City in a losers' bracket game. Taitung rallied from a 3-run deficit to tie the score, then edged out a 4-3 win in the bottom of the 7th on Jin Dalu Maibute's walk-off single to advance to the top 4.
Companies mentioned：華南金控
經濟部 said recent rainfall has largely fallen in reservoir catchment areas, slightly easing water concerns in southern Taiwan. Water levels at Zengwen, Wushantou and Nanhua reservoirs have risen, with a combined 83 million tons of water currently in storage. Public water supplies have about 1 month of safe reserves through the end of June.
Companies mentioned：經濟部、農業部農田水利署、工業技術研究院(工研院)、環境部
U.S. stocks plunged amid selling in AI tech shares and concerns about rate hikes, with the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index sinking more than 10%. Taiwan index futures tumbled 3006 points overnight. Analysts said Taiwan stocks will face heavy pressure Monday, citing the index's sharp short-term rally, the end of the Computex-related boost and market concerns about rate hikes.
Companies mentioned：台新投顧、美光（Micron）、英特爾（Intel）、超微（AMD）、美滿電子科技（Marvell Technology）、博通（Broadcom）、輝達（Nvidia）、台積電、聯電、日月光
陳思原, a former professor at 国立台湾大学 and former head of the gynecology department at 台大病院, was dismissed and barred from appointment for 3 years by the disciplinary court over verbal and physical sexual harassment of resident doctors. The ruling followed an impeachment by the Control Yuan, and 陳思原 may appeal.
Companies mentioned：国立台湾大学、台大病院
Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim departed for Palau on the 6th under the "Palau Rong Project," her first overseas trip since taking office. The visit aims to deepen Taiwan-Palau cooperation, promote sustainable tourism and showcase the results of the Prosperity Project.
A man surnamed 蕭 shouted and damaged property inside a clinic in Taichung's West District. After receiving a report, police arrested him and referred him for prosecution for violating the Medical Care Act. The incident came to light after a member of the public posted video of the scene on social media.
Companies mentioned：台中市警察局第一分局、台中地檢署
劉喬安 was ordered detained without visitation by the New Taipei District Court on suspicion of trafficking a Category 1 drug, with concerns she might flee or collude with others. She previously fled to the United States in connection with a case, but was later arrested and brought back to Taiwan.
Companies mentioned：台灣新北地方檢察署、台灣新北地方法院、內政部警政署刑事警察局
Germany's 18-year-old striker prospect Karl was injured in training ahead of the World Cup, leaving him unlikely to play. Head coach Julian Nagelsmann said the outlook was not good and that scan results would determine whether a replacement would be called up. Legendary goalkeeper Manuel Neuer will also miss the final warm-up match.
Companies mentioned：拜仁慕尼黑
The Hsinchu City Government will partner with 4 private childcare centers to offer fixed-site weekend drop-in care starting July 1 in support of dual-income families. The service is for children aged 6 months to 3 years and aims to provide more childcare options.
Companies mentioned：奧蘿拉準公共化托嬰中心、小栗子準公共化托嬰中心、快樂寶貝準公共化托嬰中心、小星星準公共化托嬰中心
In Game 2 of the NBA Finals, the Knicks edged the Spurs by 1 point after a crucial late turnover by Wembanyama, taking a commanding 2-0 series lead. No team in history has come back to win the title after losing 2 straight games at home.
Companies mentioned：紐約尼克 (New York Knicks)、聖安東尼奧馬刺 (San Antonio Spurs)、芝加哥公牛 (Chicago Bulls)、休士頓火箭 (Houston Rockets)
沈有忠, deputy head of Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council, said China was using Japan-Philippines talks on exclusive economic zones as a pretext to expand gray-zone incursions and advance the "One China principle." He said Taiwan would not accept this narrative in exchange for peace, and must deter authoritarianism through its own strength and international cooperation.
Companies mentioned：大陸委員會（陸委會）、中興大學
Penghu County held a series of activities for all age groups in response to the Sports Administration's "Sports i Taiwan 2.0" program. More than a thousand people took part. The events aimed to foster regular exercise habits through a range of sports and promote Penghu as a sports island.
Companies mentioned：澎湖縣政府、運動部
On Day 98 of the U.S.-Iran conflict, the U.S. launched an airstrike on an Iranian radar station after shooting down an Iranian drone, prompting Iranian missile retaliation and a sharp escalation in regional tensions. Meanwhile, a Lebanon ceasefire deal was dealt a blow by Hezbollah's rejection, dimming prospects for peace in the Middle East.
Companies mentioned：美國中央司令部 (CENTCOM)、伊朗伊斯蘭革命衛隊 (IRGC)、國家廣播公司新聞網 (NBC News)、真主黨 (Hezbollah)
The Taichung City Police Department said a schedule circulating online that purported to show enforcement hours for dangerous driving was fabricated and false. It said it would investigate those responsible for forging and spreading it in accordance with the law to set the record straight.
Companies mentioned：台中市政府警察局、中央社
Iran fired 7 ballistic missiles at Kuwait and Bahrain on June 5, claiming it was retaliation for U.S. airstrikes. The U.S. military said it intercepted 6 missiles and that 1 missed its target, with no U.S. casualties. It also denied Iran's claims about the results of the attack.
Companies mentioned：伊朗伊斯蘭革命衛隊 (IRGC)、美軍中央司令部 (CENTCOM)、美國海軍第五艦隊
Original民進黨台北市長參選人沈伯洋批評北市府對其登山步道政策的評論是「問A答B」，強調他的重點是全市150多條步道的交通網絡整合，而非現有的大縱走路線。
Companies mentioned：民進黨、台北市政府大地處
台北榮民總醫院 and 中華電信 conducted a joint drill using 5G, satellite and drone technology to test the ability to maintain medical services during a major disaster. The exercise demonstrated the operation of underground medical facilities and the delivery of blood products by drone, showcasing medical resilience through "air-ground coordination."
Companies mentioned：台北榮民總醫院、中華電信
U.S. President Donald Trump claimed in an interview that the United States had made huge progress in the war with Iran in nearly a hundred days, surpassing the Vietnam War in just three months. He said Iran's military had been badly weakened but acknowledged it still had some forces. Actions by Iran the same day prompted doubts about its sincerity in peace talks.
Companies mentioned：NBC News
Taiwanese golfer 吳佳晏, who plays in Japan, carded a 74 in the second round of the 2026 U.S. Women's Open, finishing at 146 (+4) over 2 days to narrowly make the cut. She was the only one of the 4 Taiwanese players in the field to advance.
Companies mentioned：美國高爾夫協會（USGA）
The Taichung City Government's Department of Rapid Transit Systems has begun a public review of procurement documents for a key track project on the Metro Blue Line, inviting contractors to participate. The project will use wear-resistant steel rails and movable-point frogs to improve system stability and comfort and lay the groundwork for future operations.
Companies mentioned：台中市政府捷運工程局
Original台北市長蔣萬安反駁民進黨參選人沈伯洋對「台北大縱走」無進展的批評。蔣萬安與市府團隊列舉出多項具體成果，包括推出新徽章、每月挑戰活動，以及多處步道設施的優化，並指出近三年參與人次顯著成長。
Companies mentioned：台北市政府工務局大地工程處、民進黨
The 台中市政府警察局 held a community safety workshop and observation session at 國立台中科技大學, sharing and showcasing neighborhood improvement efforts. The event aimed to strengthen community involvement and cooperation, with award-winning 錦平里 sharing its experience.
Companies mentioned：台中市政府警察局、國立台中科技大學、內政部、北區錦平里社區
With the Dragon Boat Festival holiday approaching, the Freeway Bureau forecasts congestion on National Freeway 5 and urges travelers between Taipei and Yilan to take buses, which are expected to save more than 30 minutes. Authorities will implement measures including ramp closures and high-occupancy vehicle controls to ease traffic.
Companies mentioned：交通部高速公路局
雲林縣馬光國小 was selected as a central kitchen model school for its successful food education program. By using local ingredients and menus designed by nutritionists, the school has improved the quality of lunches and deepened students' understanding of their hometown's agricultural products and the importance of caring for the land.
Companies mentioned：教育部、雲林縣馬光國小
紐約尼克 edged 聖安東尼奧馬刺 by 1 point in Game 2 of the NBA Finals to claim 2 straight wins. The series will move to New York for Game 3, which U.S. President Donald Trump plans to attend.
Companies mentioned：紐約尼克、聖安東尼奧馬刺、NBA
Chinese Vice President 韓正 attended the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum and delivered a speech on global governance. He emphasized China-Russia cooperation and a commitment to multilateralism, and put forward four proposals for building a fairer global governance system.
Companies mentioned：新華社、聯合國、聯合國安理會、亞太經濟合作會議 (APEC)
Former U.S. President Donald Trump vowed to end the war with Iran quickly to bring prices down while campaigning in Wisconsin. He assured voters that negotiations would make progress and said the move could lower the cost of fertilizer and other essential goods.
Companies mentioned：共和黨
National Taiwan University student 洪嘉璐 has overcome congenital hearing loss and received a Presidential Education Award. She will pursue further studies at 紐約大學 on a government scholarship, aiming to improve English education for people with hearing impairments.
Companies mentioned：台灣大學、紐約大學、台北市政府青年局、彰化高中、民權國小
Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung reiterated at the 22nd Taiwan Golden Root Awards that the government will work with private businesses around the core principle of “putting down deep roots in Taiwan and expanding globally” to build an “economy on which the sun never sets.” He said the government would build on initiatives such as the New Southbound Policy and boost the international influence of Taiwan’s tech industry through measures including a new flying-geese model and industrial parks in diplomatic allies.
Companies mentioned：台灣產業科技推動協會 (TITA)
Original台灣民眾黨新北議員參選人成立聯合總部，國民黨市長參選人李四川站台，展現首次「藍白合」態勢，並提出AI產業廊帶政見。
Companies mentioned：台灣民眾黨、國民黨、輝達（NVIDIA）
Original因信封書寫格式錯誤，海洋大學寄發的約400-500份入學成績單被郵局自動分揀機退回，導致延誤。中華郵政致歉並緊急在考生選填志願截止日前完成補送。
Companies mentioned：台灣海洋大學、中華郵政、基隆郵局
The UK Labour government announced a new target to cut emissions 87% by 2040 in response to energy market volatility and climate change. The move will require major investment in low-carbon technologies and changes to lifestyles, but opposition parties have questioned whether the target is achievable.
Companies mentioned：英國天然氣暨電力市場管制局 (Ofgem)、英國氣候變遷委員會 (Climate Change Committee)、能源與氣候情報小組 (ECIU)
Original國民黨主席鄭麗文訪問波士頓，強調兩岸應基於九二共識尋求和平，並批評民進黨將台灣推向險境。她認為兩岸合作能創造巨大成就，並分享訪陸時和平言論引發的廣大共鳴。
Companies mentioned：國民黨、民進黨、台積電、波士頓紐英崙中華公所
The number of drugged-driving cases recorded in Tainan during the first five months of this year doubled to 690. In response, the city government adopted a new measure to publish repeat offenders’ personal information in hopes of deterring such behavior, while police will step up enforcement.
Companies mentioned：台南市政府、台南市警局、台南市交通事件裁決中心
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth visited France with his family of seven. The trip has placed additional strain on his security team, CID, amid rising threats from Iran and raised concerns about resource allocation.
Companies mentioned：華盛頓郵報 (The Washington Post)、美國陸軍刑事調查局 (Criminal Investigation Division, CID)
Original美國證實已向伊朗國家足球隊核發簽證，允許其參加在美加墨合辦的2026年世界盃。此舉即使在中東戰火背景下依然進行，突顯了體育外交的特殊性。
Companies mentioned：伊朗國家足球隊
Former senior CIA official Lash was arrested on charges of fabricating a classified project to embezzle millions of dollars in public funds. Investigators found gold bars worth more than $40 million at his home, exposing major weaknesses in oversight within the intelligence agency.
Companies mentioned：美國中央情報局 (CIA)、聯邦調查局 (FBI)、國防承包商
Cai Qi, director of the General Office of the Chinese Communist Party’s Central Committee, has taken over as head of the Central Party School. The move is seen as consolidating the power of Xi Jinping’s close ally and concentrating core party functions in his hands, prompting concern over the centralization of power.
Companies mentioned：新華社、中共中央黨校、國家行政學院、星島日報、路透社、蘇黎世大學
Original台灣旅美棒球選手廖宥霖與鄭宗哲同日表現出色。18歲的廖宥霖在新人聯盟擊出再見全壘打，也是其生涯首轟。鄭宗哲則在3A貢獻3分打點與2次盜壘，雙雙助隊取勝。
Companies mentioned：密爾瓦基釀酒人、德州遊騎兵、波士頓紅襪、多倫多藍鳥
國家住都中心 announced that its social housing rental website, “安居好室,” will launch a new “replacement-waitlist progress tracker” in the fourth quarter of this year. The feature is intended to let applicants on the waiting list track their position in real time and reduce uncertainty about when they might be able to move in.
Companies mentioned：國家住都中心
Taichung police uncovered 2 drugged-driving cases on June 5. The drivers, surnamed Hung and Su, were arrested after one sideswiped another vehicle and the other crashed into a bridge pier. Both tested positive for drugs and were referred for prosecution.
Advances in medical technology have shortened hospital stays and increased outpatient surgeries. Insurers recommend that people shift the focus of their medical coverage from hospital benefits to medical expense coverage, prioritizing reimbursement medical insurance.
Companies mentioned：富邦人壽、磊山保經、南山人壽
The release of actor Yuki Inoue’s first photobook, “MADEKARA,” and an accompanying event have been announced. The book will feature a compilation of his popular series as well as newly shot photos.
Companies mentioned：東京ニュース通信社
The rock ’n’ roll florist in bloom (有限会社インターフローラ) in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, will release “Flower Daruma Omikuji,” a new capsule toy blending flower meanings with musical messages, on June 9, 2026, “Rock Day.” Sales will begin at Hiyoshi Shrine in Kiyosu, Aichi Prefecture, and the shop in Nagoya, with a digital music experience available through Spotify codes.
The Nippon Foundation Human Milk Bank conducted the first nationwide survey on awareness of human milk banks and donor milk, with 10,000 respondents. The findings highlighted gaps in awareness between generations, strong willingness to register among those directly affected, and a lack of understanding among people around them.
Companies mentioned：株式会社クロス・マーケティング
The dating app “Yoitoki” surveyed challenges posed by cultural gaps in international relationships. Its AI matching service aims to ease anxiety around meeting people from other countries by helping users share their values in advance.
Companies mentioned：OLA PARTY JAPAN株式会社
株式会社UnReact has released a new app for Shopify stores that lets users add newsletter signup popups without coding.
Companies mentioned：株式会社UnReact
Diet-focused gym “808TOKYO” has launched an enrollment fee discount campaign. The gym offers one-on-one training in fully private rooms with female trainers to help clients get in shape for summer.
Companies mentioned：H1GLOBAL株式会社
Original株式会社U-NEXTは、2026年3月14日に大阪のZepp Nambaで開催された、Hi-Fi Un!corn、DXTEEN、n.SSign、7ORDERが出演する日韓合同フェス「Music Chocolate Festival.2026」の模様を、2026年6月27日（土）19:00よりU-NEXTにて独占ライブ配信する。本公演はU-NEXT月額会員であれば追加料金なしで視聴可能で、ライブ本編に加えて会場や生中継では観られなかった貴重な舞台裏映像も収録される。また、配信準備完了次第から7月5日（日）23:59まで見逃し配信も行われる。
NPO Kyodo Kikou will host the “Civic and NPO Exchange Salon” on June 11, with Criacao Shinjuku as its guest. The event will discuss collaboration between sports and community development.
Companies mentioned：株式会社クリアソン
福助グループ will open “じゃんめん®枚方店” in Hirakata, Osaka Prefecture, on June 5, 2026. It will be the first location in the Kita-Kawachi area serving じゃんめん®, a soul food of Kochi Prefecture.
Companies mentioned：福助グループ
KADOKAWA will release actor Koji Kominami’s 2nd photobook on August 21, 2026. Marking the 10th anniversary of his debut, the book will feature work inspired by his hometown of Yokohama and by cinema. A commemorative event will also be held.
Companies mentioned：株式会社KADOKAWA
A survey by the online marketplace Aruru found that the biggest reason people find online stores “suspicious” is “awkward Japanese.” Distrust directly leads to high abandonment rates.
Companies mentioned：株式会社システムリサーチ
IR Robotics Co., Ltd. held the 10th Individual Investor Summit at Akasaka Garden City on May 30, 2026. More than 100 people attended in person, while more than 1,900 individual investors watched online. The event featured a session by well-known investor DAIBOUCHOU, corporate sessions by 7 listed companies (Base, Dynamic Map Platform, Logizard, Axis Consulting, Taski Holdings, Value HR and Vision), and a networking event. The next summit, the 11th Individual Investor Summit, will be held in Akasaka on June 20, 2026, with free admission.
Shenzhen Daoge Chuangxiang E-Commerce Co., Ltd. is holding a time-limited sale on Amazon through June 10, 2026, offering the SIM-free “DOOGEE Smart Note56X” smartphone, equipped with the latest Android 16, for ¥13,900 including tax, down 37% from its regular price of ¥21,900. The device features a large-capacity 6150mAh battery, a 6.56-inch 90Hz display, and RAM expansion of up to 24GB (3GB physical + 21GB virtual).
OLA PARTY JAPAN enhances the AI features of its dating app Yoitoki. Its proprietary AI quantifies compatibility in values to ease decision fatigue.
Companies mentioned：OLA PARTY JAPAN株式会社
UKcorporation will open a new location, Spelabo Hachioji Namikicho, in Hachioji on July 1, 2026. It features fully contactless operations.
Companies mentioned：株式会社UKcorporation
Danish sports brand hummel has unveiled the 2026-27 season uniforms for JEF United Ichihara Chiba, celebrating the 80th anniversary of the club's predecessor (Furukawa Electric Soccer Club) and its historical nickname 'Zebra Army.' The designs feature actual zebra patterns from Chiba City Zoological Park: 'Candy' (Grevy's Zebra) for the 1st uniform and 'Ruby' (Plains Zebra) for the 2nd uniform. Pre-orders for the authentic FP 1st (#12) uniform size S-XO3 are priced at 27,500 yen and will run from June 6 to June 28, 2026, exclusively online.
Aman Tokyo will serve summer-only tacos and a peach-themed afternoon tea at The Lounge by Aman on the 33rd floor.
TOKYO FM has announced a public recording of “Otokashi,” hosted by Yohei Kawakami of [Alexandros], at 鉄道博物館. Applications have opened for a priority viewing area, with guests selected by lottery.
Companies mentioned：TOKYO FM、JR東日本、鉄道博物館
Kodansha began serializing the manga “Reconciliation Flag Is Flying Here” on Comic DAYS on June 6. It depicts a divorced couple reuniting and rebuilding their relationship.
Companies mentioned：株式会社講談社
琉球ゴールデンキングス announced that it has renewed its contract with player Koya Kobari for the 2026-27 season. The team expects his speed and playmaking to help secure victories.
Companies mentioned：琉球ゴールデンキングス、長崎ヴェルカ、川崎ブレイブサンダース、JR東日本秋田バスケットボール部
PARCELLE JEWELRY’s Fukuoka store has announced its June event schedule. It will offer customers a range of jewelry experiences, including displays of limited collections and a caravan featuring visits from founding members.
Companies mentioned：株式会社PARCELLE
Wataru Yamane will release his 1st mini album, “VV,” digitally on June 19 and hold a solo concert, “MOVE,” on July 4. He is stepping up his activities as a solo artist.
Companies mentioned：EYRIE
Original株式会社スポルアップのSUNO向けプロンプト辞典「prompt-jukebox」が、ローンチ1ヶ月で収録アーティスト数500名を突破。日本語特化型として利便性を高め、年内1万名の収録を計画中。
Companies mentioned：株式会社スポルアップ
KONCIWA Inc. will hold its first pop-up event in the Osaka area at Aeon Mall Hineno, 2F, from June 10 to 17, 2026. The event will showcase and sell all-weather umbrellas, including the “MFU Series” and “-40°C SHADE,” for rainy-season and heatwave protection. It will also feature a raffle that customers can enter by following the brand on social media, among other activities, and a special offer for customers who buy 2 umbrellas.
Yoitoki has enhanced its feature for sharing date budgets in advance. It aims to prevent financial strain caused by rising prices and needless wear on relationships, helping mature adults build sincere relationships.
Companies mentioned：OLA PARTY JAPAN株式会社、株式会社明治安田総合研究所
“Saturday Junction,” a jointly produced program by 3 FM stations in the Keihanshin region, including FM Osaka, will hold its first live public broadcast at Ryukoku University’s Seta Campus on August 1, 2026. Actor Sora Inoue and Nobuki Nakao will appear as guests, and the program will also introduce the university’s Faculty of Informatics, scheduled to open in 2027.
Nihonshu Genka Sakagura will offer “3-Hour Handmade Yuba All-You-Can-Eat” at just 2 locations in Ikebukuro and Shinjuku from June 14 to June 21.
Yougg has joined the Identity V division of professional e-sports team REJECT as a transfer and will compete in the “Identity V Japan League 2026 Summer,” which begins on June 6, 2026.
The music project ハカネ released its new song “dust-chute” on June 6, 2026, and also released a music video. The song was written as the opening theme for the TV Tokyo late-night drama “My Offset Diary,” starring Ano.
Nanpei Yamada’s “The Cherry Blossom Tea Prince” and “Azure Coast” are available for free for a limited time on “Hana to Yume+.” “The Cherry Blossom Tea Prince” is free in its entirety for 2 days, from 6/6 to 6/8, while 3 volumes of “Azure Coast” are free from 6/6 to 6/19. The “Three Artists’ Original Artwork Exhibition” is underway.
Companies mentioned：白泉社
U-NEXT will begin exclusively streaming a deluxe edition of the horror film “Magamagajo,” the directorial debut of Yuriyan Retriever, with commentary footage, for purchase only from June 6, 2026. The price is 2,750 yen.
Original株式会社U-NEXTは、動画配信サービス「U-NEXT」において、EBiDAN発のアイドルグループ「原因は自分にある。」初の東阪アリーナツアーのファイナル公演である2026年7月5日（日）の有明アリーナ公演を独占生配信する。U-NEXTの月額会員は追加料金なしで視聴可能。配信日時は7月5日（日）18:00からライブ終了までで、見逃し配信は準備完了次第から7月19日（日）23:59まで実施する。ライブ当日にはX（旧Twitter）でハッシュタグ「#ゲンジブ同時視聴」を用いたウォッチパーティも開催する。視聴ページURLはhttps://video.unext.jp/livedetail/LIV0000014761、特集ページはhttps://video.unext.jp/browse/feature/FET0011861、U-NEXTのトップページはhttps://video.unext.jp。
To celebrate the release of “New Theatrical Edition☆Sgt. Frog,” ABEMA will launch a special channel on June 13. All 358 anime episodes will air free every day, building excitement for the new film.
Companies mentioned：KADOKAWA、テレビ東京
To mark the 15th anniversary of “Cardfight!! Vanguard,” ムービック has announced 2 new character plushies in its “ぬいパル” line.
Companies mentioned：ブシロード、ムービック、アニメイト