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One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 449 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 59 items from 1 source.
One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.
With the start of the rainy season, Blue Sky Laundry reports that coin laundry use is shifting from “only on rainy days” to “everyday use.” It is running a social media campaign offering 10 winners a 500-yen Amazon gift card each.
Asilla will exhibit at VivaTechnology 2026 in Paris to accelerate overseas expansion of its AI security system “AI Security asilla.”
Companies mentioned：JETRO、Station F、Les Echos、Publicis
DEAR DAHLIA will unveil “White Jelly,” a new skincare line co-developed with Ahn Hyo-seop, for the first time in Japan and hold a pop-up store in Harajuku.
Companies mentioned：@cosme TOKYO
The “Lost Controll” event will be held at ZEROTOKYO in Tokyo on June 19, 2026, bringing together pioneering artists including DJ DISK, ecec, Marin, N² and Yohji Igarashi.
Companies mentioned：ZEROTOKYO
OriginalワニブックスがSS501キム・ヒョンジュンのスペシャルブロマイドを全国のセブン‐イレブンのマルチコピー機で期間限定販売。デビュー21周年を記念した21枚の写真。
Companies mentioned：セブン‐イレブン
Otsuta El, a VTuber announcer affiliated with Chukyo TV, will end activities on June 30, 2026. The decision is aimed at taking the next step, and a final broadcast and other events are planned.
Companies mentioned：中京テレビ放送株式会社
Shobido has opened reservations on its official e-commerce site for a dome-shaped pet house featuring Nyanko-sensei from the anime “Natsume’s Book of Friends.”
Companies mentioned：粧美堂株式会社、株式会社ピコモンテ・ジャパン
KiU and “Kyoto Daisakusen 2026” have unveiled a collaborative collection. The items will be rolled out nationwide in partnership with FREAK’S STORE.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ワールドパーティー、FREAK’S STORE
Movie Plus has announced that it will air a 時代劇 action film showcase on June 20, led by “Kubi,” a Sengoku-period drama directed by and starring Takeshi Kitano. All 5 films will be shown consecutively, including “13 Assassins,” “Heaven and Earth” and the “Azumi” series.
Companies mentioned：ディスカバリー・ジャパン、ワーナーブラザース・ディスカバリー
MARK STYLER’s “PosTokyo” brand line will open reservations from June 12 for 2 denim styles created in collaboration with EDWIN’s women’s brand SOMETHING. Prices range from 17,600 to 19,800 yen, including tax.
Companies mentioned：EDWIN、MARK STYLER
PIZZA-LA will offer the “Sumikko Gurashi Special Pack” in limited quantities nationwide from June 10, 2026. Add 380 yen to any pizza order to receive a ninja-themed rice bowl and stickers.
Creative unit C.H.E.T. has teamed up with popular illustrator Nah for a special exhibition and merchandise sale at Art Aquarium Museum GINZA, starting June 15, 2026. It will also offer a limited 100 admission tickets with special benefits.
Companies mentioned：アートアクアリウム美術館 GINZA、銀座三越
Canly releases a free report for the funeral industry on AI search use and information design.
Companies mentioned：Google、Yahoo!、Apple
Cath Kidston has released tote bags and towel handkerchiefs in 6 new summer prints, featuring playful designs including nautical motifs and dogs.
Companies mentioned：株式会社スタイリングライフ・ホールディングス
株式会社シャノン will hold a free webinar on June 18 explaining how to send targeted emails to prospective customers who have visited its website within 3 days. In 30 minutes, it will introduce next-generation targeting methods that use web behavior tracking to move beyond mass email distribution.
Omatcha, from the same agency, will appear as a guest on the Monday edition of “REQ JAM,” hosted by Gaku of Mitorizu and Yoshizumi. The show will air live on June 8. Emails are being accepted.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ジャパンエフエムネットワーク、プロダクション人力舎
A collaboration event with the anime “Blue Lock” will be held at 4 LaLaport facilities operated by 三井不動産商業マネジメント from July 1 to 14, 2026. Activities will include a talk show with a former Japan national team player, sales of limited-edition merchandise and festival-style games.
Companies mentioned：三井不動産商業マネジメント、三井不動産
株式会社タイトー conducted a survey on how children spend time at home on rainy days. About 70% of parents are concerned about insufficient exercise and increased digital device use, driving demand for indoor facilities.
Companies mentioned：株式会社タイトー
秋田書店 is holding an online lottery to celebrate the release of Volume 9 of “Marimo Brothers’ Cha-no-hanashi.” It runs from June 8 to July 14 and features premium prizes and signed bonuses.
Companies mentioned：秋田書店
On January 1, 2026, OKI signed a strategic partnership agreement with U.S.-based Lazarus AI社. The companies will implement highly reliable AI in areas including defense and accelerate AI adoption in mission-critical fields.
Companies mentioned：Lazarus AI社
KiU and Kyoto Daisakusen 2026 collaboration items are now on sale at FREAK'S STORE. Limited-edition apparel and goods will bring summer festival vibes, with a special pop-up and giveaway campaign also planned.
Companies mentioned：KiU、FREAK'S STORE、10-FEET
Seven-Eleven Japan will sell the Father's Day-exclusive digital gift “Seven-Eleven-exclusive QUO Card Pay” on LINE Gift from June 1 to June 30, 2026. The blue-themed design will be available in 6 denominations, from 200 yen to 5000 yen.
Companies mentioned：SBギフト株式会社、株式会社クオカード
PLAZA, operated by StylingLife Holdings, will launch an exclusive apparel collection collaborating with CONVERSE and Hello Kitty on June 11, 2026. The collection includes 20 items, such as T-shirts and denim skirts.
Companies mentioned：株式会社スタイリングライフ・ホールディングス、CONVERSE、株式会社サンリオ
Hotel Gracery Taipei will hold a Godzilla-themed accommodation campaign in summer 2026. Guests who book eligible plans will receive original merchandise, and can enter a prize drawing by posting photos of Godzilla around the hotel on social media. The 1st prize is a Godzilla figure, limited to 30 pieces.
Companies mentioned：藤田観光株式会社、WHG ホテルズ
Team Entertainment has decided to hold post-event sales in August 2026 for the “ULTRAMAN×GRIDMAN” collaboration merchandise and “Gridman Universe” Chapon! goods sold at its hugely popular pop-up store.
Companies mentioned：株式会社エディア、株式会社ティームエンタテインメント、円谷プロ、TRIGGER
株式会社ティームエンタテインメント began selling a new lottery featuring merchandise from the original TV anime “Princession Orchestra” on the online lottery service “Marukuji” on June 8, 2026. The 5 prize tiers include acrylic dioramas and tapestries featuring newly drawn illustrations of Band Snatch in stylish white suits. Buyers will receive a bromide for every 5 items purchased.
Companies mentioned：株式会社エディア、株式会社ティームエンタテインメント
Team Entertainment, a subsidiary of 株式会社エディア, has announced that the DLC “After Story” for the Nintendo Switch otome game “Handsome Laundering -the mystic lover-” will be released on June 18, 2026. Preorders open today, and the game's opening song is also now available to stream.
Companies mentioned：株式会社エディア、株式会社ティームエンタテインメント
As the 2nd collaboration between DONUTS-operated live-streaming app “MixChannel” and Narumiya International's “NARUMIYA CHARACTERS,” Super Comments and animated items will debut on June 8. The final round of the fashion model audition will also begin that day.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ナルミヤ・インターナショナル、株式会社DONUTS
YOASOBI's Ayase will appear as a guest on “SPARK,” the radio program hosted by King Gnu's Kazuki Arai, for a discussion about being from the same generation and their musical roots. Ayase's disciplined side will also be revealed in the show's regular “Prejudice Championship” segment.
Companies mentioned：J-WAVE、King Gnu、YOASOBI
TBSラジオ announced that singer Kumiko will appear as a guest on “Yoshio Inoue by MYSELF,” airing on June 14 (Sunday). Yoshio Inoue will host, with Yuichiro Onuki on piano.
Companies mentioned：TBSラジオ
On ABEMA's “I Tried Selling All My Assets,” Shinichi Omimukai of Omimukai Geinin spoke frankly about his annual income and personal expenses. He also had his R-1 winner's trophy appraised as he pursues his dream of running a futsal facility.
Companies mentioned：AbemaTV
ABEMA announced that it will exclusively livestream the training match between the Nadeshiko Japan and South Africa women's national teams for free, with former Nadeshiko Japan player Shinobu Ohno providing commentary. The important match ahead of the 2027 Women's World Cup will take place under the new leadership of head coach Michihisa Kano and coach Atsuto Uchida.
Companies mentioned：ABEMA、INAC神戸レオネッサ
Film producer Shinzo Matsuhashi's first book will be published by 小学館. Against the backdrop of his achievement of surpassing 100 billion yen in cumulative box-office revenue, the book recounts his life and philosophy of success.
Companies mentioned：小学館、CREDEUS、WOWOW
“USAGI ONLINE,” operated by Usagi Online Co., Ltd., will begin carrying the new jewelry brand “SOFER” on June 19, 2026. With softness and strength as its concepts, the brand offers stainless-steel pieces suited to everyday wear.
Companies mentioned：ZOZOTOWN
OriginalUndertones Consulting代表取締役前田謙一郎氏が、テスラ最新戦略とノルウェーEV先進モデルについて2026年7月8日にセミナーを開催。ギガ・ベルリン工場訪問やオランダでのFSD体験など、欧州の自動運転・電動化の最新動向を解説。
Companies mentioned：テスラ、ポルシェ、新社会システム総合研究所
AEON Co., Ltd. has signed an agreement as a Tier 1 Prestige Partner for the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games and Asian Para Games. It will provide beverages and light meals during the Games.
Companies mentioned：公益財団法人愛知・名古屋アジア・アジアパラ競技大会組織委員会
株式会社アルマビアンカ will hold a pop-up shop for the anime “Gals Can't Be Kind to Otaku?!” at ボークス Akihabara Hobby Heaven 2. Merchandise featuring newly drawn illustrations will be sold ahead of its general release.
Companies mentioned：株式会社アルマビアンカ、ボークス、アニメイト
KADOKAWA will release volumes 1 and 2 of “Deka Hachi” simultaneously on August 3, 2026. The popular social media characters are being published as a book.
KADOKAWA has announced a non-scale figure of Lina Inverse from the original “Slayers” novels under its “KDcolle” figure brand. Preorders are now open.
Companies mentioned：KADOKAWA
株式会社アルマビアンカ began accepting orders on June 2 through “AMNIBUS” for 6 types of original merchandise from “HUNDRED LINE -Final Defense Academy-.”
Companies mentioned：株式会社アルマビアンカ
CRAFTWORKS, a brand of Fun Standard Co., Ltd., has launched a dashboard tray designed exclusively for the HiAce 200 Series. It installs in 30 seconds without tools and combines a phone stand and storage. Sales begin in June 2026.
Companies mentioned：株式会社RKB毎日ホールディングス
株式会社ExpreTech's KUROKO AI is delivering results in helping accommodations attract customers. AI search optimization is driving an increase in direct bookings.
Companies mentioned：株式会社ExpreTech
株式会社トラスト・ワン・サービス has begun presale of the ultra-light folding umbrella ULTLLA on Makuake. It weighs about 110 g and features a slim design. The product won the Red Dot Design Award 2024, and early-bird discounts of up to 35% are available.
Companies mentioned：株式会社トラスト・ワン・サービス、ICRT、ULTLLA
AMATAMA Inc. has joined 一般社団法人AIロボット協会（AIRoA） as an associate member. The company researches and develops next-generation humanoids using biomimetic technology and will contribute to AIRoA's activities.
Companies mentioned：一般社団法人AIロボット協会（AIRoA）
AI Data Inc. has announced its AI Organization concept and aims to make the entire enterprise intelligent by deploying AI孔明 on IDX as an AI PMO.
TAC has begun offering 2 PDF study materials for students taking the first-class architect exam. Downloads will be available starting June 15. The mnemonic guide costs 5,500 yen, and the example test costs 2,200 yen.
Cross Media Publishing held a “Craft × Mindfulness Program” with ceramic artist SHOWKO, offering professionals a chance to nurture their sensibilities and give their brains a rest.
Companies mentioned：株式会社クロスメディア・パブリッシング
Knowledge Sense has announced an AI agent that can search on-premises file servers as a new ChatSense feature. It is recruiting beta users.
Pachinko and slot VTuber group Miracle Gate debuted on December 1, 2025. Its 3 first-generation members have begun their activities.
Citing strong U.S. economic indicators, President Trump urged new Fed Chair Warsh to cut rather than raise interest rates. While referring to the Fed's independence, he is intensifying political pressure.
Companies mentioned：連邦準備理事会（FRB）、フィナンシャル・タイムズ、NBC、ブルームバーグ
Danish soccer player Christian Eriksen suddenly collapsed during a friendly against Ukraine. He regained consciousness after emergency treatment and is now in stable condition. This was the second time Eriksen had suffered a similar incident on the field since his cardiac arrest at the 2021 European Championship.
Companies mentioned：デンマークサッカー協会
Ho Hsin-chun, the Democratic Progressive Party's candidate for Taichung mayor, announced a spokesperson team spanning factions and generations and unveiled “Taichung Chun-style” campaign T-shirts, showcasing an innovative campaign approach. The team's goal is “Mayor Ho Hsin-chun and a clean sweep of council seats,” with an emphasis on connecting with everyday people and policy.
Ko Chih-en, the Kuomintang's candidate for Kaohsiung mayor, announced the first group of 35 members of her municipal advisory team on June 8. They include former aides to ex-Kaohsiung Mayor Han Kuo-yu and a former Taiwan People's Party legislator. She also presented 3 flagship policy plans.
The Iran war has sent energy prices soaring and pushed up eurozone inflation. Experts expect the European Central Bank (ECB) to raise interest rates by a quarter-point this week, its first rate increase in two and a half years.
Companies mentioned：歐洲中央銀行 (ECB)、荷蘭國際集團 (ING)、美國聯邦準備理事會 (Fed)、英格蘭銀行 (Bank of England)
Taiwan's Directorate General of Highways said that, in response to forecasts of heavy rain in the mountainous areas of Kaohsiung, it may impose precautionary closures on 5 sections of Provincial Highways 20 and 29. The Kaohsiung City Government has also raised its flood response level and strengthened its disaster preparedness.
Original高市內閣支持率降至70%，較5月下滑4.2個百分點。調查顯示47%民眾支持食品飲料消費稅即使只降至1%也應快速實施，反映民眾對稅制改革速度的重視。
Companies mentioned：日本新聞網（JNN）
LINE Pay teamed up with the Criminal Investigation Corps of the Taichung City Police Department to hold mobile payment fraud-prevention seminars at colleges and universities in Taichung, raising students' awareness. The initiative is part of LINE Pay's annual public-interest project, “Digital Inclusion, Intergenerational Well-Being,” which aims to promote digital equality and inclusive finance.
Taiwan's Ministry of Justice announced plans to upgrade controls on etomidate, a synthetic drug inhaled through e-cigarettes, to the top-tier Class I narcotics category at a review meeting on June 17, amid its spread. It is considering tougher penalties for dealers, including the death penalty, while also stepping up enforcement against drug-impaired driving.
The New Taipei City team beat the Tainan City team 6-5 in the Hua Nan youth baseball championship game, securing its third consecutive title and the right to train Taiwan's team for the U15 Baseball World Cup.
Companies mentioned：華南金控
Original法務部が毒駕（薬物運転）悲劇を防ぐため、刑法改正を開始し、刑罰を全面引き上げ、仮釈放範囲を見直す。改正草案は近日中に行政院に提出される。また、依托咪酯（エトミデート）系薬物の規制を第3級から第2級に引き上げ、さらに第1級への格上げも検討している。
Netflix's original Korean drama “Iron Fist Education” has sparked debate with its depiction of a government agency called the “Education Rights Protection Bureau” using drastic measures to tackle school bullying. The series reflects real-world problems of strained student-teacher relations and school violence, and draws connections to recent teacher suicides in Taiwan, highlighting teachers' rights and crises in schools.
Companies mentioned：Netflix
A minibus in Nantou County, Taiwan, failed to make a turn and plunged down a slope, sending the driver and 15 Filipino migrant workers to hospital. The driver was unlicensed and had 97 unpaid fines, and reported brake failure. The serious crash has raised concerns about public safety and compliance with traffic laws.
Companies mentioned：中央通信社、国家運輸安全調查委員會、交通部公路局
Ko Wen-je responded to Shen Po-yang's criticism of Taipei's Grand Trail, saying municipal projects should be creative and distinctive. He also stressed that the Taiwan People's Party's election strategy is to nominate only one candidate in each district.
A person fell onto the tracks at TRA's Xinwuri Station. A man fell for an unknown reason and was struck by Tze-Chiang Limited Express No. 109, then taken to hospital unconscious. The incident delayed trains, but service returned to normal by noon.
Companies mentioned：台鐵公司、鐵路警察局台中分局、台中市消防局
The Taoyuan District Prosecutors Office investigated an online election betting case and uncovered 4 people, including a man surnamed Liao, who used the overseas prediction platform “Polymarket” to bet with the virtual currency USDC on Taiwan’s 2026 local elections. Prosecutors gave all 4 deferred prosecution after considering that they admitted to the offenses and returned their illicit gains. The case highlights virtual currency as an emerging channel for overseas funds to influence elections.
Companies mentioned：Polymarket
The National Institute of Cyber Security and 台灣微軟 signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU), focusing on sharing threat intelligence, using AI to strengthen cybersecurity defenses, and zero-trust architecture to improve Taiwan’s cybersecurity readiness and digital resilience.
Companies mentioned：台灣微軟
A male elementary school teacher surnamed Yeh, who had taught in Hsinchu and Kaohsiung, lured and forced 3 boys to remove their pants before molesting and secretly filming them. He even used the private terms “father and son” to force them to comply. The Kaohsiung District Court sentenced him to 4 years and 2 months for offenses including violating the Child and Youth Sexual Exploitation Prevention Act. He may appeal.
A survey by the Taiwan Urological Association found that 66% of men over 40 experience nighttime urination. Doctors warn that nighttime urination increases the risk of falls and, in severe cases, may raise the risk of death.
A man surnamed Shih in Changhua County drove under the influence of drugs and crashed into a police officer, leaving precinct chief Chen with fractures in both legs. After the court rejected a detention request, Shih went to the hospital with fruit to visit him, causing alarm and anger among the family. Prosecutors said they would file an appeal as early as this afternoon.
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Companies mentioned：中央気象署
An earthquake estimated at M8.2 struck off the Philippines, and the Japan Meteorological Agency issued tsunami advisories for 10 prefectures. Weak tsunami waves ranging from several centimeters to 10 cm were observed in Okinawa Prefecture and on outlying islands of Tokyo, among other places. The agency is urging people to stay away from the sea and coast until the advisories are lifted.
Companies mentioned：南日本放送（MBC）、日本放送協会（NHK）
The Hong Kong government plans to enact subsidiary legislation giving the Chief Executive the power to certify that criminal cases involve national security, thereby classifying them as offenses endangering national security under the Hong Kong National Security Law. The legislation is set to take effect as soon as possible through the “gazette first, scrutinize later” procedure.
President Lai Ching-te met with representatives of the “Youth Overseas Peace Volunteer Corps” at the Presidential Office and announced that 975 young volunteers will serve in 20 countries this summer. He also said the “Youth Hundred-Billion Overseas Dream Fund Program” would expand to offer more than 3000 opportunities, encouraging young people to pursue their dreams abroad.
The Kuomintang caucus in the New Taipei City Council released a poll on the mayoral election, showing Lee Chuan with 39.2% support, ahead of Su Chiao-hui at 33.0% by 6.2 percentage points, beyond the margin of sampling error. Su said she would look at trends in various polls to determine where she needs to improve.
Companies mentioned：TVBS民調中心
At the Jinwu Awards ceremony, Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an paid tribute to policewoman Chen Chien-wen, who died after giving birth, and announced improved benefits for police officers, including higher Jinwu Awards prizes, a capital-duty allowance, and prenatal checkup subsidies for pregnant policewomen.
Companies mentioned：Meta
On World Oceans Day, 遠雄海洋公園 unveiled the brand identity and site plan for its “Dolphin Protection Base,” which will begin trial operations on July 1. The project represents a shift in values emphasizing animal welfare, education, and research.
Companies mentioned：遠雄海洋公園、IF OFFICE
Soochow University’s Department of Data Science will hold the “JETBOT Machine Learning Road Recognition Competition” on June 23. Through a hands-on competition using NVIDIA JetBot autonomous vehicles, it aims to develop students’ ability to apply machine learning, computer vision, and intelligent robotics, reflecting the trend of AI moving from generative applications into the physical world.
Companies mentioned：NVIDIA（輝達）
The 民進黨 accused the 國民黨 chairwoman Zheng Li-wen of meeting and dining with a Chinese Communist Party United Front official during her visit to the United States. The 國民黨 said they only took a photo and did not dine at the same table. Meanwhile, Fu Kun-chi proposed amending the Nationality Act to allow Chinese nationals to enter politics without giving up their citizenship, sparking political controversy.
Companies mentioned：民進黨、國民黨
A magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck Mindanao in the southern Philippines, collapsing several buildings and killing 3 people. Taiwanese businesspeople in the area reported intense shaking and damage, but no Taiwanese casualties have been confirmed.
The US Department of Defense raised its assessment of the Israeli intelligence threat to the highest level, accusing Israel of eavesdropping on US officials involved in nuclear negotiations with Iran. A US intelligence report lists Israeli espionage against US government and military personnel in recent years.
Original台湾警政署は、依存性の高い麻薬「エトミデート」を厳格に規制した結果、全国で849.5kgを押収し、850万個の毒入り電子タバコカートリッジの市場流出を防いだと発表。また、今年1月から5月の毒物運転（毒駕）検挙件数は6,730件に上り、唾液迅速検査キットの配備を4万5,711剤に拡充するなど、取り締まりを強化している。
According to a PwC Taiwan report, TSMC’s market capitalization rose 101% year over year to $1.427 trillion as of the end of March 2026, moving it up to No. 9 globally. Taiwan also rose to No. 4 in the global market capitalization rankings.
Companies mentioned：NVIDIA、Apple、Alphabet、Microsoft、Amazon、Saudi Aramco、Broadcom、Meta、Tesla、Micron Technology、Lam Research、Applied Materials、GE Vernova、Caterpillar、BHP Group
A 43-year-old man surnamed Chen, wanted by police in Pingtung County, rode a motorcycle after using heroin and amphetamine. Police stopped him and found several types of drugs. The Pingtung District Prosecutors Office said he posed a risk of repeated offending and petitioned the court for detention, which was granted.
Original中國A股市場近期掀起新一輪上市公司集中補稅潮，5月及6月累計最少20多家公司披露補稅相關公告，總金額逾人民幣20億元（約新台幣93億元），稅務核查最早追溯至2020年。此舉被視為中國稅務監管持續收緊的體現，並引發二級市場劇烈波動。
Companies mentioned：愛施德、建業股份、宏昌電子、凱盛科技、宏源藥業、森林包裝、綠島風、仁信新材、中建環能、星徽股份
China’s Ministry of Transport announced a “special maritime traffic law enforcement operation” in waters east of Taiwan. DPP Legislative Yuan caucus secretary-general Chuang Jui-hsiung said Taiwan has never been the provocateur in cross-strait tensions, and urged both ruling and opposition parties to support strong government law enforcement and stronger defense capabilities.
A 46-year-old man surnamed Chen in Keelung was stopped by police after illegally parking his motorcycle on a red line. He voluntarily handed over an etomidate vape cartridge, tested positive, and was referred for prosecution on suspicion of public endangerment and drug offenses.
Taiwan’s Ministry of Health and Welfare announced that nurse-to-patient ratios for the 3 shifts will be phased in, alongside measures such as pay incentives and base-salary monitoring to stabilize the nursing workforce and prevent hospitals from closing beds due to staff shortages.
The New Taiwan dollar temporarily closed at 31.63 against the US dollar at midday in the Taipei foreign exchange market, down sharply by 1.55 jiao, with trading volume of US$1.305 billion.
Scholars are divided over the nomination of Taiwan Deputy Minister of Justice Huang Mou-hsin to serve as a member of the Central Election Commission. Some argue that having a politically appointed prosecutor serve on an independent body would undermine its independence, while others recognize a functional need from the standpoint of cracking down on election violations.
Italian fashion brand Prada has partnered with Axiom Space to develop a ventilated undergarment for NASA astronauts, marking its move from fashion inspiration into practical space collaboration. The garment is planned for use in the 2027-2028 Artemis missions.
Companies mentioned：Axiom Space、NASA、Blue Origin、SpaceX、Under Armour、Virgin Galactic、Columbia Sportswear、Intuitive Machines、Louis Vuitton、Hermes、Chanel
The Israeli Air Force attacked military targets in western and central Iran, with explosions reported in several Iranian cities. US President Donald Trump said the conflict would not affect US-Iran peace talks and stressed that the decision was his, not Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s.
長榮航空 General Manager Sun Chia-ming was elected to the IATA Board at the 82nd IATA Annual General Meeting, becoming the first Taiwanese board member. The election marks global recognition of 長榮航空’s influence in international civil aviation and an important milestone for Taiwan’s aviation industry.
Companies mentioned：長榮航空、國際航空運輸協會（IATA）
Magnitude 6.1 aftershock follows M7.8 earthquake in southern Philippines; Indonesia orders evacuations in the north in preparation for a tsunami
Companies mentioned：USGS、BNPB
Investigative journalist David Barstow, a four-time Pulitzer Prize winner, spoke at National Chengchi University and stressed that journalists must maintain a strict line between journalism and fake images. This is especially crucial in Taiwan, where the risks from misinformation and information warfare are high, to preserve trust with audiences.
Companies mentioned：ニューヨーク・タイムズ
Tokyo stocks plunged on the 8th, with the Nikkei briefly tumbling more than 3100 points intraday, marking the 4th-largest intraday point drop on record. The main trigger was stronger-than-expected U.S. employment data, which fueled concerns that the Federal Reserve would raise interest rates again and prompted profit-taking in AI and semiconductor-related stocks. Meanwhile, the yen fell below the 160-yen level against the dollar again, as markets watched for possible Japanese government intervention.
Taiwanese golf standout Wu Chia-yen made her U.S. Open debut, finishing tied for 54th. She gave herself a score of 65 and vowed to do better next year.
Companies mentioned：USGA、リビエラ・カントリークラブ
Original日本氣象廳於6月8日上午針對10個縣發布海嘯注意報，預測最高1公尺海嘯，約18萬1500人接獲避難指示。多處娛樂設施及交通服務已暫停營運。
Companies mentioned：日本氣象廳、總務省消防廳、沖繩氣象台、沖繩旅客船協會、大島巴士公司、Awashima MARINE PARK、大洗水族館、鳥羽水族館、富崎館
The 2026 Asia Biotech Conference will be held in Taiwan from July 15 to 19. Its investment forum will focus on strategic investment and global trends, drawing leading venture capital firms from Europe, the United States and Asia. 27 startups will pitch to compete for international investment.
Companies mentioned：BroadVision
The Tainan District Agricultural Research and Extension Station under the Ministry of Agriculture has introduced high-clearance tractors, along with equipment such as branch shredders and ridgers, to establish an integrated management system for asparagus fields. Mechanization will ease labor demands, stabilize yields and improve quality, addressing the aging rural workforce and labor shortages.
Chinese President Xi Jinping is making a state visit to North Korea for the first time in 7 years. He is accompanied by his wife, Peng Liyuan, and Cai Qi, director of the General Office of the CPC Central Committee. Talks with leader Kim Jong Un are expected to cover China-North Korea relations, economic cooperation and the situation in Northeast Asia.