https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 99 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 81 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n809095https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n809095Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:40:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFollowing an incident in which a sign belonging to a telecommunications company fell and injured 2 people on Section 4 of Zhongxiao East Road in Taipei’s East District, Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an promised at the city council to review the sign inspection system. The Department of Urban Development reported that it monitors more than 300 large, noncompliant advertisements and has removed more than 100. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n808893https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n808893Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:39:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan stocks plunged nearly 2,700 points on the 8th, but investors bought the dip, driving a sharp increase in trading volume for actively managed and market-cap-weighted ETFs. Yuanta Taiwan 50 (0050) led ETFs with trading value exceeding NT$31.9 billion, while its number of beneficiaries topped 3 million. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n808892https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n808892Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:35:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNALatvia’s military said NATO fighter jets shot down a drone on June 8 after it entered Latvian airspace from Russia, the latest in a series of similar security incidents in the Baltic region. The drone’s origin has not yet been confirmed, but the incident has heightened concerns that the war in Ukraine could spill over into NATO territory. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n808692https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n808692Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:31:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA senior Israeli military official said Iran had fired about 30 ballistic missiles toward Israel, the first such attack since the April ceasefire. Israel retaliated by striking a petrochemical facility in southwestern Iran. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n808690https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n808690Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:22:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe National Museum of History has launched the special exhibition “An Unfinished Finale: Cultural Reflections on Life and Death,” displaying deity statues from Taipei Xia-Hai City God Temple and using AI for digital presentations to explore Eastern views of life and death. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n808691https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n808691Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:21:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA保瑞藥業5月營收因併購美國品牌Weider及CDMO業務回溫，創下21.14億元歷史新高，年增40.19%。公司表示已擺脫第一季逆風，並透過新簽的百億級長期製造協議，強化其全球CDMO地位。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n808487https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n808487Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:19:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA亞美尼亞執政黨「公民契約」贏得國會大選但得票率下降，顯示在處理與亞塞拜然的和平問題及外交上從親俄轉向親西方的路線後面臨挑戰。三個親俄在野黨進入國會，使總理帕辛揚未能取得推動憲法公投所需的國會絕對多數。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n808489https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n808489Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:16:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台湾電力公司（台電）は、フェイスブック上で拡散された分区分限電を偽装する虚偽の画像について、悪質な偽情報として台北地検に告訴した。同日の予備電力率は22.58%であり、電力供給に問題はないと強調している。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n808488https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n808488Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:16:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPanic selling in Taiwan stocks triggered by a sharp fall in U.S. equities sent trading volumes surging after the market opened on June 8, congesting order systems at 5 brokerages. The Financial Supervisory Commission confirmed that services had returned to normal after the firms rerouted traffic, and said it would continue strengthening system stability. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n808486https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n808486Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:15:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台北市水利處澄清，東吳大學校區內因瞬間大雨造成逕流漫衍，並非山洪暴發，雨勢減緩後積水迅速消退。截至下午4時30分，北市共接獲14件災情通報，多為積淹水，已全數排除。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n808287https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n808287Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:07:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAHong Kong stocks fell with Asian markets on the 8th, with the Hang Seng Index closing down 1.22% at 24,657.06 points. Weak technology shares were the main drag. Concerns over U.S. rate hikes, a deadlock in U.S.-Iran talks and China's tighter regulation of cross-border funds could keep Hong Kong stocks consolidating. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n808289https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n808289Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:02:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Hong Kong government plans to amend subsidiary legislation to allow the chief executive to issue certificates designating criminal cases as involving national security. Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council criticized this as part of a trend toward treating matters broadly as national security issues, saying it raises the risks of traveling to Hong Kong and deepens international concern over the situation there. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n808288https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n808288Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:02:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan stocks closed 1,568.16 points lower on the 8th amid a decline in U.S. equities. The Financial Supervisory Commission said the market's percentage drop was within the range seen across Asian markets. The margin maintenance ratio for margin trading stood at 200.07%, above the level that triggers forced liquidation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n808290https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n808290Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:01:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAU.S. President Trump called on Israel and Iran to halt military action, and said the two countries were interested in a ceasefire. In a social media post, he said final peace talks were underway, but warned that ignorant or foolish actions could derail them. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n808291https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n808291Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:00:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Kaohsiung City government announced that work and classes would be suspended on June 9 in 5 mountainous administrative districts—Namasia, Taoyuan, Jiaxian, Liugui and Maolin—because forecast rainfall had reached the threshold. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n808086https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n808086Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:57:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAHeavy rain in the mountains caused water levels in Mataian Creek in Hualien County to surge, sweeping away a jeep and leaving it stranded on a sandbar. A construction site director surnamed Teng is missing. Police and firefighters have launched a search and rescue operation but have not yet found him. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n808085https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n808085Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:57:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中央氣象署對台灣多個縣市發布豪雨特報，警告自8日晚間起將有局部大雨或豪雨。高雄及屏東山區更提升至大豪雨等級，提醒民眾防範雷擊、淹水及山區災害。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807876https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807876Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:47:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA南僑子公司泰國南僑公司宣布領導層變動，由陳正文接任新董事長。同時，公司董事會決議發放約5億泰銖的現金股利，並計畫於六月下旬召開股東會審議盈餘分配。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807877https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807877Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:44:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA research firm forecasts that global satellite industry output will reach $447 billion in 2027, driven mainly by growing demand for satellite broadband and AI computing. SpaceX is actively expanding its business, moving from communications services into computing services and creating opportunities for Taiwan's supply chain in high-frequency components, PCBs, energy and chip foundry services. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807879https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807879Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:42:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChina tightened controls on rare earth exports, causing shipments to Japan to plunge 88% and 82% in March and April 2025, respectively. Japanese companies are urgently seeking alternative sources in countries including Australia and India, and assessing recycling technologies to prevent supply chain disruptions from forcing factories to shut down. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807878https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807878Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:42:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA民進黨台北市長參選人沈伯洋拜會機車公會，提出單車道斷點問題應從校園周邊改善，並反駁對手陣營對其「大台北天際線」及兩岸交流言論的曲解。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807881https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807881Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:41:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAYemen's Houthi rebel group announced a ban on Israeli ships sailing in the Red Sea and said it had launched missile attacks. The move raises tensions in the Middle East and the risk of disruption to a key shipping route. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807880https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807880Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:41:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Taiwan People's Party's policy committee visited the Hanxiang Aviation Industry union to discuss the development of the drone industry. The party said Taiwan's drone market still relies mainly on government procurement, and that there is room for improvement in airspace governance, market access, technology verification and regulatory adaptation. It called for building an internationally competitive industry ecosystem. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807884https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807884Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:40:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAJET電視台's “命運好好玩” has been shortened as part of a revamp. The program and original hosts Chen Ya-lan and Ho Tu-lin failed to reach agreement on changes to their compensation, and both have confirmed their departure. Lai from “五堅情” and fortune teller Tang Chen-wei will take over, with outdoor segments and new online features added. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807883https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807883Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:40:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan's National Health Insurance Administration has stepped up reviews of older adults aged 65 and above who take multiple medications since December last year, in response to the misuse of sleeping pills in an aging society. The move aims to reduce the risks of falls and cognitive decline and raise awareness among medical professionals. In the first quarter of this year, fewer than a hundred cases were rejected for unreasonable prescriptions. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807882https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807882Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:40:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA couple surnamed Huang, who ran the Taichung hot pot chain 丹水滾, are suspected of fleeing to China after taking more than a billion in funds, leading to the business's closure. The shuttered storefront was vandalized. The landlord clarified that the property did not belong to the couple and urged people to stop damaging it. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807675https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807675Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:33:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANvidia CEO Jensen Huang announced a partnership with South Korea's LG Group to jointly develop humanoid robots and data centers. The announcement came on the final day of Huang's visit to South Korea. The two sides discussed cooperation in robotics, AI, data centers and mobility. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807676https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807676Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:32:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA經濟部次長賴建信因應梅雨鋒面開設應變小組，盤點防災資源，包括預布1890台大型移動式抽水機，並要求破堤施工及在建工程完成整備，以確保供水正常及提升災害應變效率。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807475https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807475Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:29:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA緯創公布5月營收創單月次高，受惠於AI需求，預期第3季AI伺服器將持續成長。通用伺服器與網通產品亦有強勁增長預期，抵銷了筆電、桌機的下滑展望。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807470https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807470Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:25:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Changhua District Prosecutors Office has appealed to the Taichung High Court Taichung Branch against a court ruling that released a man surnamed Shih without detention after he injured a police officer in a drug-impaired driving crash. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807471https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807471Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:24:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA王品集團5月合併營收23.6億元創歷史新高，受惠母親節檔期。台灣事業群營收19.1億元創單月歷史次高，中國事業群營收4.5億元年增29.26%。累計前5月營收突破百億元達107.6億元。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807472https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807472Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:23:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAPingtung County activated its Level 3 disaster response center at 4 p.m. on the 8th because of a stationary front and southwesterly airflow. County Magistrate Chou Chun-mi inspected the drainage project in Tuku, Ligang, and the Daren detention pond. The two projects have effectively improved local flooding problems, and she urged residents to prepare for the peak rainfall expected over the next two days. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807473https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807473Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:22:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Democratic Progressive Party's Department of Gender Equality held its “Songs Supporting Women” event in Chiayi City. Legislator Wang Mei-hui joined supporters, using music to bring people together and showcase unity, while rallying support for the 2026 Chiayi City mayoral election. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807474https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807474Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:20:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA被動元件龍頭國巨公布5月營收達150.58億元，創歷史新高，主要受惠於AI應用需求強勁。累計前5月營收亦年增27.4%，展現強勁成長動能。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807271https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807271Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:18:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA交通部は中東戦火による油価高騰を受け、公共運輸の運賃平準化措置を3ヶ月延長し、タクシー燃料補助を1台あたり最大1万5000元に増額する。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807267https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807267Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:14:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台湾行政院は、5月のCPI上昇率2.2%は昨年の比較ベースの低さが原因であり、輸入インフレではないと説明。卓榮泰院長は物価安定と経済成長目標を堅持する方針を示した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807268https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807268Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:12:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang appeared on the Korean variety show “You Quiz on the Block,” sharing his journey from dishwasher to CEO of the world’s most valuable company and demonstrating an in-depth knowledge of K-pop. The show will premiere on the international version of 愛奇藝 on June 11. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807269https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807269Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:11:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台股8日暴跌1568點，外資賣超938.51億元，為史上第7大，主要調節元大台灣50（0050）及主動式ETF，並賣超台積電逾2萬張。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807270https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807270Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:10:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAVice President Hsiao Bi-khim attended the completion ceremony for a road project linking states in Palau’s Ngatpang State, saying Taiwan-funded roads now account for 68% of Palau’s transport network. She expressed hope that the main road network on Babeldaob would be completed by 2028, underscoring the strong Taiwan-Palau partnership and their shared commitment to balanced development. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807070https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807070Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:09:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATAIEX futures fell 2146 points today to close at 43080, breaking below the monthly moving average at 43308. Analysts said forced liquidations or stop-loss selling weighed on the market in early trading, but the uptrend would remain intact if it quickly moved back above the monthly moving average, making it an important indicator. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807069https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807069Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:08:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台南市因應鋒面接近及西南風增強帶來的明顯降雨，截至下午4時已有35座抽水站啟動，總抽水量約64萬噸。市府水利局宣布將於晚間8時開設三級應變中心，24小時監控天氣並即時處置積淹水災情。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807065https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807065Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:04:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA義隆電（ELAN） has formed a strategic partnership with U.S. firm PETA Optronics to jointly develop integrated optical communications chips. It will also invest in PETA Optronics to become a major corporate shareholder, positioning itself in the AI server and high-speed data center markets. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807066https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807066Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:02:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA微污染解決方案商鈺祥，受惠於再生型濾網出貨，5月營收達2.3億元新台幣，創下歷史新高。此成長反映了半導體先進製程與封裝市場的強勁需求。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807067https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807067Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:01:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA sharp sell-off on Wall Street triggered broad losses across Asian markets. Taiwan stocks set a record for the biggest intraday point drop, while the New Taiwan dollar plunged 1.05 jiao against the U.S. dollar to close at 31.58, its lowest level in more than half a month. Foreign investors moved large sums out of the market, while exporters and the central bank intervened. Markets are watching tonight’s U.S. trading to gauge whether the panic is over. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807068https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n807068Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:59:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA workplace accident occurred at a sewage project site in Hsinchu City this afternoon. 三 workers reportedly became ill due to a lack of oxygen in an enclosed space, and 2 foreign migrant workers were trapped. Firefighters rescued them and took them to hospital; none suffered serious injuries. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806867https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806867Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:59:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA玉晶光電5月合併營收16.3億元，月減29.62%，年增30.24%。公司表示5、6月為客戶新舊機過渡期，營運較淡，但光學鏡頭7月將進入量產階段，需求將大幅增加。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806868https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806868Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:58:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Israeli military said it attacked a petrochemical plant in southwestern Iran and neutralized multiple air defense systems. The United States had called for de-escalation after the ceasefire. Iran warned that a renewed war would affect peace talks. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806869https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806869Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:56:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA 43-year-old man surnamed Hung in Keelung was electrocuted while picking bamboo shoots and suffered fourth-degree burns to both hands. Taiwan Power Company’s on-site inspection found a low-voltage wire had been cut and a pair of wire cutters was hanging from a high-voltage line. Suspecting the accident was caused by wire theft, the company reported the case to police. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806866https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806866Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:50:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAJapan and the Philippines are about to begin talks on delimiting their exclusive economic zones（EEZ）. 日本台灣交流協會 said the agreement would be binding only on Japan and the Philippines and would not affect third parties, amid concerns that it could affect Taiwan’s maritime economic zone rights. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806665https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806665Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:49:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’s Environment Ministry announced it would add an on-site response skills score to its assessments of environmental review consultants in 2026-2027, aiming to improve professional standards and prevent consultants from giving evasive answers on contentious issues. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806664https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806664Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:49:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA中信兄弟 and Japan’s 讀賣巨人 will hold a joint theme day at the Taichung Intercontinental Baseball Stadium on June 13 and 14. Retired Giants star Hisayoshi Chono will be invited to throw the ceremonial first pitch, and a fan signing session will also be held. This will be Chono’s first visit to Taiwan since retiring. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806663https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806663Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:49:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATo prepare for the flood season, 台南市政府 has partnered with 南紡購物中心 to set up a disaster preparedness zone, urging the public to stockpile 三 days’ worth of emergency supplies and displaying emergency evacuation kits to raise residents’ awareness and ability to prepare for disasters. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806657https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806657Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:47:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台湾の立法委員・高金素梅氏が、公設秘書給与の不正受給（787万元以上）や未承認の中国製新型コロナ迅速検査キットの輸入などの罪で、台北地検により起訴された。検察は高金氏に12年6月以上の懲役を求刑した。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806660https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806660Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:43:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA大溫哥華台灣同鄉會 held a 60th anniversary celebration, honoring 陳慧中, Lucy Ee, 謝大立 and others for their contributions to the Taiwan-Canada community. The event received recognition from Canadian officials and Taiwan President Lai Ching-te, highlighting the unity and cultural influence of overseas Taiwanese communities. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806659https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806659Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:43:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANational Central University and 金屬工業研究發展中心 signed a “Forward-Looking Green Energy Cooperation Memorandum” to jointly advance green energy technology research and development, talent cultivation and technology applications in areas including smart grids, hydrogen energy and energy storage, aiming to strengthen Taiwan’s competitiveness in the global green energy supply chain. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806658https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806658Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:43:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA時代力量 called on the Ministry of Health and Welfare to clearly define a cross-county compulsory relocation mechanism and improve frontline workers’ risk awareness following the fatal abuse of a 2-year-old girl in Taichung. The ministry said it was developing training materials on serious child abuse cases. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806662https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806662Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:41:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim visited Palau and attended a donation ceremony for multifunctional drones. The drones will be used for disaster preparedness, medical supply transport and maritime search and rescue, with the aim of strengthening Palau’s disaster response and rescue capabilities. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806661https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806661Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:41:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan pitcher 孫易磊 of Nippon Professional Baseball’s Fighters could earn his first top-team start of the season soon after a steady performance in the minors. He hopes to pitch better than he did last year. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806455https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806455Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:38:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA旺宏與威剛5月營收創歷史新高，分別達62.56億元與129.4億元，受惠於AI資料中心需求與記憶體市場供不應求。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806457https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806457Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:37:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAStrong U.S. nonfarm payroll data reinforced expectations of rate hikes, prompting profit-taking in technology stocks. U.S. stocks plunged on the 5th, and Asian markets mostly closed lower on the 8th. South Korea’s KOSPI opened down more than 8%, triggering a circuit breaker. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806454https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806454Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:32:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAKMT Changhua County magistrate candidate Wei Ping-cheng said he comes from a traditional industry and understands its difficulties. He said he has no enemies in Changhua, but has low name recognition. If elected, he will continue construction projects and promote metro extensions and railway elevation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806456https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806456Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:31:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台灣港務公司 has launched the digital publication “Taiwan Maritime Vision,” turning complex maritime expertise into easy-to-understand stories. The inaugural issue centers on “Taking the Sea as a Road, Leading the Way to a New Era of Sustainability” and includes a forum marking the 140th anniversary of the Port of Keelung. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806258https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806258Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:31:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Control Yuan censured Taiwan Sugar for shortcomings in waste management at its livestock farms, including failing to budget for sludge removal and to verify the number of pigs that died. Taiwan Sugar said it has launched a comprehensive review and will speed up modernization of its pig farms and introduce waste recycling and reuse equipment. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806259https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806259Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:28:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASinger E.SO shared his feelings about going solo from a group on HowZ’s podcast, saying that individuals must take responsibility for everything themselves. He encouraged HowZ to enjoy the moment and not rush to define himself, and announced details of HowZ’s solo concert on August 22. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806256https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806256Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:27:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFollowing a powerful earthquake near the Philippines, Japan issued tsunami advisories for a wide area along the Pacific coast, with a tsunami measuring 30 centimeters recorded at Miyazaki Port. About 8 hours after the advisories were issued, the Japan Meteorological Agency lifted all of them at 4:50 p.m. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806257https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806257Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:24:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Taipei City Department of Education announced 3 major measures to support teachers, including retroactive incentive bonuses for school administrative staff starting in September 2025, additional administrative staff at public elementary and junior high schools starting in August 2026, and expanded counseling services for teachers. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806062https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806062Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:19:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe military standoff between Israel and Iran escalated, with the Israel Defense Forces detecting a sixth wave of missiles launched by Iran. Meanwhile, Tehran’s main international airport suspended all incoming flights. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806063https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806063Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:18:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台灣設計研究院 announced that entries for the third Textbook Design Award will open on June 10. Forums and an exhibition will showcase results from the “Textbook Innovative Design Subsidy Program,” which has successfully matched publishers with design teams to redesign 65 textbooks. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806064https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806064Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:16:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806065https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806065Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:14:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANew Taipei City Mayor Hou You-yi announced that the city police department will move into a second administrative center equipped with AI and big data by year-end. The city will also invest nearly NT$500 million to replace police vehicles, aiming to improve urban security and officer safety through technology and systematic measures. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806061https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806061Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:13:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIn response to a stalled front and the rain that may be brought by southwesterly flows, the Chiayi City Government has stepped up drain clearing in more than 70 flood-prone areas and completed the deployment of pumps and preparations of sandbags to protect residents. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806060https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806060Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:13:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe National Taxation Bureau of the Southern Area, Ministry of Finance, reminded influencers that the business tax guidance period ends at the end of June. Those who meet the requirements must complete tax registration and file and pay their taxes, or face back taxes and penalties. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806059https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n806059Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:13:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Central Weather Administration said a stalled front and southwesterly flows are expected to bring heavy rain on June 9 and 10. Particular caution is needed for localized downpours in mountainous areas of central and southern Taiwan. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n805868https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n805868Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:10:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Changhua District Court approved preventive detention for a man surnamed Chiang who caused a crash while driving under the influence of drugs. Prosecutors' initial request for detention was rejected, but after an appeal, the Taichung High Court overturned the original ruling and the district court approved detention following a new hearing. Interior Minister Liu Shih-fang also visited a police officer injured in a separate drug-impaired driving incident. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n805869https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n805869Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:08:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAviation Police Bureau Director Lin Chien-hung said organizational restructuring to establish a “Taoyuan Precinct” is substantially necessary and urgent in preparation for the upcoming opening of Terminal 3 at Taoyuan International Airport. The plan would add 486 positions. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n805867https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n805867Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:04:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Shilin District Court found Taiwanese entertainer NONO (Chen Hsuan-yu) not guilty at the first trial in a case involving allegations of forcible sexual intercourse and forcible molestation. The Shilin District Prosecutors Office announced it would appeal. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n805866https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n805866Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:04:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Yushan Cup high school baseball tournament opens on June 11, with 18 teams representing counties and cities competing for the championship and the right to organize and train the team for the Asian Youth Baseball Championship. Japanese legendary pitcher Daisuke Matsuzaka attended the opening ceremony, shared his high school experiences and encouraged the players. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n805671https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n805671Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:00:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan stocks plunged on the 8th. Property brokers generally said that, with the central bank's credit controls still in place and past experience indicating that the impact on the housing market is limited unless an economic recession is triggered, a wave of forced sales is unlikely. Buying interest is expected to remain cautious in the short term. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n805669https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n805669Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:55:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan established APEC's first sub-fund focused on “health care,” the “Future Health Care Sub-Fund,” and contributed US$1.5 million. The initiative aims to draw on Taiwan's strengths in smart medicine to promote a patient-centered health care system and address the challenges of an aging population. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n805670https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260608-18/index-en-p2.html#n805670Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:53:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIran's ambassador to Russia said the Strait of Hormuz will reopen under new terms set by Iran and Oman, including transit fees. The move could affect global oil transportation and prompt opposition from the United States.