Siniakova and Townsend sweep opponents to win French Open women's doubles title [Video]
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Czech star Katerina Siniakova teamed up with American Taylor Townsend to beat their opponents in straight sets in the French Open women's doubles final, winning the third Grand Slam title of their partnership.
OPEC+ agrees to raise oil output in July by more than 180,000 barrels per day
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
OPEC+ agreed on June 7 to raise oil production by 188,000 barrels per day in July. The increase is similar to those of recent months and is expected to have a limited impact on crude prices, which remain high amid the Middle East war.
SpaceX seeks largest IPO in history; Taiwan among countries eligible to subscribe
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Elon Musk's SpaceX plans to raise $75 billion through the largest IPO in history, with an expected valuation of $1.77 trillion. The IPO will be open to retail investors in multiple countries, including Taiwan, and has drawn strong market interest, though analysts have also warned of valuation risks.
Jensen Huang's Korea visit sparks frenzy; Korean media analyze how he won over young people
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang received celebrity treatment during a visit to South Korea and has become an idol among the country's younger generation. Korean media say factors include Koreans' love of video games, returns on NVIDIA investments and Huang's down-to-earth, approachable image.
Trump: Iranian assets will not be unfrozen before peace deal with Iran is reached
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U.S. President Donald Trump said he would not lift the freeze on Iranian assets or ease sanctions until a peace agreement with Iran is reached. He raised the possibility of conditional relief after an agreement.
Middle East conflict enters 100th day: A look at its effects on multiple fronts
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The Middle East conflict (the U.S.-Iran confrontation) has entered its 100th day, with its wide-ranging impact becoming clear in casualties, soaring oil prices due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and effects on the global economy. Ceasefire talks are proving difficult.
Surangel Whipps Jr.: If Taiwan's sovereignty is not recognized, how can the sovereignty of small countries be respected?
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Palau President Surangel Whipps Jr. stressed at a dinner for Taiwan Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim that if Taiwan's sovereignty is not recognized, the sovereignty of small countries cannot be respected. He reiterated support for Taiwan's participation in international organizations. The two sides discussed deepening tourism cooperation, including increasing direct flights between Taiwan and Palau.
Tourist bus carrying Philippine group rolls down slope in Ren'ai Township; 16 hospitalized, including 6 injured
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A mid-size bus carrying 15 Philippine tourists and 1 driver rolled down a slope at kilometer 79 of Provincial Highway 14 in Ren'ai Township, Nantou County. All 16 people were taken to hospital; 6 were injured, including 1 with a brain hemorrhage and 2 with serious fractures.
日本電視台's long-running comedy program "Shōten" marked 60 years on air and earned 金氏世界紀錄 recognition as the "longest-running weekly television comedy panel show" for maintaining its traditional "ōgiri" segment for decades.
A van and a truck collided today in Jiuzhaigou County, Sichuan, China, killing 6 people. The crash occurred on a national highway leading to Wen County in Gansu, and an investigation is underway.
Inspection of New Taipei's Sanying Line completed; city aims to open it midyear after operating permit
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The New Taipei City Government's Department of Rapid Transit Systems said the inspection of the Sanying Line has been completed. After addressing 4 required improvements, it will apply to the Ministry of Transportation and Communications for an operating permit, aiming to open the line in the middle of this year.
Taipei Chinese Orchestra's final European tour stop opens in Vienna to sold-out crowd and enthusiastic reception
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The Taipei Chinese Orchestra completed the final stop of its European tour at Vienna's Musikverein, where the performance sold out and the atmosphere was lively. The program included Taiwanese classics, and Taiwan Representative to Austria Liu Hsuan-yung took the stage to conduct the encore, showcasing the results of cultural diplomacy.
4 Chinese government vessels enter restricted waters; Coast Guard monitors, broadcasts warnings and drives them all out
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan's Coast Guard said on June 7 that 4 Chinese government vessels had entered Taiwan's restricted waters. It dispatched ships to monitor them and broadcast warnings, driving all of them out by 5:30 p.m. Vessels from both sides continued to confront one another.
Discounts for visitors to Japan criticized as "favoring foreigners"; local governments review subsidies
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Some Japanese local governments have begun reviewing or canceling tourism subsidies for foreign visitors amid widespread public dissatisfaction with policies seen as "favoring foreigners." Transport subsidies and ticket discounts in Kagoshima, Nara and Shimane prefectures are among the measures facing changes, reflecting the dilemma of pursuing tourism revenue while maintaining a sense of social fairness.
Lin Yu-tang and Fu Chao-hsuan win gold at New Taipei International Athletics Meet, step up Asian Games preparations
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan men's long jump record holder Lin Yu-tang and high jumper Fu Chao-hsuan won gold at the New Taipei International Athletics Open, with marks of 7 meters 89 and 2 meters 25, respectively. Both are stepping up preparations for the Asian Games.
King Gnu rocks Taipei Arena with hit songs from "Jujutsu Kaisen"
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Japanese band King Gnu scored a major success with its concert at Taipei Arena. The lead singer interacted with the audience in Mandarin and Taiwanese, and performed several hit songs from "Jujutsu Kaisen," creating an enthusiastic atmosphere. The band also expressed a wish to perform at Taipei Dome in the future.
Russian youth drowns while swimming in New Taipei's Gongliao; Keelung man electrocuted while gathering bamboo shoots
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A 24-year-old Russian man identified as Murad was swept away by waves while swimming off the beach outside Fulong Beach in Gongliao District, New Taipei City. He was found and taken to hospital, where he died. On the same day, a 43-year-old man surnamed Hung in Keelung was accidentally electrocuted while gathering bamboo shoots and taken to hospital for treatment.
Japanese man suspected of masterminding multibillion-yen Cambodia scam arrested in Thailand
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Thai police arrested in Bangkok a 38-year-old Japanese man suspected of leading an international phone scam group that defrauded victims of billions of yen from its base in the Cambodian border town of Poipet. The suspect used generative AI to disguise himself as a police officer.
Chinese cargo ship that ran aground at Yehliu and caused oil spill fined 600,000; appeal rejected
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The Chinese-flagged cargo ship “鈺洲啟航輪” ran aground off Yehliu during a typhoon in 2024. An oil leak was discovered in March 2025, and the Ocean Affairs Council fined the ship NT$600,000. The owner appealed, arguing that it could not be proven the oil came from the ship, but the Administrative Yuan’s Petition Review Committee recently dismissed the appeal and upheld the original decision.
The “2026JBMXF大東建託シリーズ第5戦,” organized by the All Japan BMX Federation, was held in Hiroshima, where 島田壮 and 野村凪沙 won the championship. Their high-level performances in bad weather and participation by competitors across a wide range of generations drew attention.
LoFi artist Mellow, with 1.74 million YouTube subscribers, simultaneously releases in Japanese and English the music-linked contemporary fantasy novel 『東の果ての月の下に』
Published ・ Source Japan | PR TIMES
LoFi artist Mellow has released a music-linked fantasy novel. The project is part of a promotion leading up to a 3D live event in July, offering an experience that brings music and storytelling together.
It’s a misconception that children who avoid unpleasant things won’t thrive: Pediatrician suggests ways to nurture talent in place of “Get your act together” [Online, June 10]
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Nicotto!塾, run by パステルコミュニケーション, will hold an online live event on June 10 with pediatrician 森博子氏 for parents of children with developmental disabilities or borderline traits.
STU48’s 石田千穂 holds graduation performance: “I truly feel from the bottom of my heart that I’m so glad I became an idol!” Her 9 and a half years leading the group since its formation come to a close.
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STU48 1st-generation member 石田千穂 graduated on June 7, 2026, after 9 and a half years of activity. A final performance was held in Hiroshima to honor her contributions as a center who led the group from its formation.
This year, exhibiting at the summer festival in Nagoya as 『カカオハナレ』. The theme is “summer festival.” We bring you the refreshing world of Japanese sweets and water sweets.
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メゾンカカオ will exhibit at Nagoya Takashimaya’s summer fair as the Japanese confectionery brand 『カカオハナレ』. The theme is “summer festival.”
藍月なくる and 棗いつき will release their 3rd single, 『Not a Hero』, on August 26; the song has also been selected as a TV anime opening theme. A live event at 豊洲PIT in November has also been announced.
[Free admission / Online] GDX to hold a series of 6 seminars in June–July 2026—covering tourism AI, relationship populations, public-private partnerships, electricity procurement, and hometown tax donations
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一般社団法人自治体DX推進協議会(GDX) will hold a series of 6 online seminars from June through July 2026 for local government employees and businesses. The free seminars will cover topics of strong interest, including tourism AI, relationship populations, public-private partnerships, electricity procurement, and hometown tax donations.
Another works launches YouTube channel 「複業・副業・フリーランスの最前線 by 複業クラウド」 for people with multiple jobs, side jobs, and freelancers.
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Another works has launched a YouTube channel dedicated to people with multiple jobs, side jobs, and freelancers. It aims to support market growth by sharing practical information based on its expertise.