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<title>AI News 180m Report｜2026-06-09 15:00–18:00 JST｜Page 4 of 4</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html</link><description>One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 277 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 77 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.</description><language>en</language>
<item><title>Heavy rain closes southbound lane of Jinslun-Multian section of South Link Highway</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n843219</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n843219</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:55:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202606090210.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Due to heavy rain and the risk of falling rocks on the slope, the southbound lane of the Jinslun-Multian section of the South Link Highway has been closed since 5 p.m. today. The northbound inside lane has been reassigned for southbound traffic. The reopening time will depend on weather conditions.</description></item>
<item><title>Post office ATM anti-fraud measure pauses transactions and sounds alert when users cover their faces</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n843214</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n843214</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:54:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606090207.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>中華郵政 announced that by the end of June it will introduce a face-covering alert feature at 46 ATMs in areas frequented by scam cash mules. If customers wear masks or otherwise cover their faces while withdrawing money, the ATM will pause the transaction for 120 seconds and sound an alert during the final 30 seconds before resuming normal operation, balancing convenience with fraud prevention.</description></item>
<item><title>Iranian media: Tehran international airport reopens</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n843215</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n843215</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:53:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606090206.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Several Iranian news agencies reported that Tehran’s Imam Khomeini International Airport has reopened and that a pilgrimage flight from Saudi Arabia has landed. The airport had suspended all inbound flights on the 7th after Iran fired missiles at Israel and Israel launched retaliatory airstrikes.</description></item>
<item><title>灃食基金會 invited to Singapore to share Taiwan’s food education experience</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840677</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840677</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:51:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606090205.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>灃食基金會 Executive Director Lin Fang-yen was invited to Singapore to share how Taiwan promotes food education through innovative methods such as board games and animation and systematically integrates it into the 12-year national education curriculum to foster healthy eating habits and sustainability awareness among students.</description></item>
<item><title>Peng Jin-lung promotes finance for all ages, urges insurance industry to shift from passive compensation to innovative services</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840678</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840678</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:50:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606090204.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Financial Supervisory Commission Chairman Peng Jin-lung proposed the concept of “finance for all ages,” urging the insurance industry to move from passive compensation to innovative services to address the challenges of Taiwan’s super-aged society.</description></item>
<item><title>Unstable slope on access road to Yilan’s Taipingshan delays opening to 8 a.m. on the 10th</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840673</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840673</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:43:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606090203.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Persistent heavy rain triggered rockfalls on the access road to Taipingshan National Forest Recreation Area in Yilan. After repairs, the road is open to single-lane traffic. To ensure safety, the park will open at 8 a.m. on the 10th.</description></item>
<item><title>With days of rain forecast, Hsieh Kuo-liang urges Keelung City departments to implement flood prevention measures</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840674</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840674</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:42:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202606090202.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>In response to heavy rain brought by a stationary front and southwesterly winds, Keelung Mayor Hsieh Kuo-liang ordered all city government departments to mobilize and carry out flood prevention work. A roadside tree toppled in Zhongshan District and struck a high-voltage cable. Taipower restored power after a precautionary outage.</description></item>
<item><title>Canada unveils AI strategy; Taiwanese businesses hope to join forces with Taiwan to build tech ecosystem</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840676</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840676</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:41:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606090200.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>The Canadian government unveiled an AI strategy, committing at least C$2 billion. The Taiwan Chamber of Commerce in British Columbia held a Taiwanese Business Night attended by more than 400 Taiwanese businesspeople, who hope to connect resources and work with Taiwan to build a technology ecosystem.</description></item>
<item><title>Ground broken for new Changhua police building, which will house digital forensics lab to strengthen cybercrime-fighting capabilities</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840675</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840675</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:41:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202606090201.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description></description></item>
<item><title>U.S. updates blacklist of firms linked to Chinese military, adding solar and battery companies</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840470</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840470</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:39:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606090199.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>The U.S. Department of Defense updated its blacklist of companies supporting the Chinese military, adding major solar panel makers 天合光能 and 晶澳科技, battery makers 億緯鋰能 and 中創新航, as well as 阿里巴巴 and 百度. Starting in 2027, the U.S. Department of Defense will be barred from entering into direct contracts with these companies.</description></item>
<item><title>Front brings elevated hiking risks; Shei-Pa National Park urges hikers to carefully assess conditions</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840471</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840471</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:38:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606090198.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Shei-Pa National Park Headquarters urged hikers to carefully assess their plans or cancel their trips, as a stationary front is expected to raise hiking risks from June 8 to 14.</description></item>
<item><title>Puma Shen proposes improving working conditions to ease pressure on civil servants, hopes to help advance city governance</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840473</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840473</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:36:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202606090197.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>民進黨台北市長參選人沈伯洋提出改善市府工作環境的政見，旨在為公務員減壓。他主張透過友善職場總體檢、更彈性的工時、獎金活化、員工支持系統升級及AI導入等方式，提升公務員福祉，進而推動市政發展。</description></item>
<item><title>Fallen tree on Taipei's Shuiyuan Road crushes car; area cordoned off, no injuries</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840472</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840472</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:36:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202606090196.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>A roadside tree fell on Shuiyuan Road in Taipei's Zhongzheng District this afternoon, crushing a parked car. Police and fire crews responded. No one was injured, but the cause of the incident remains under investigation.</description></item>
<item><title>Gudeng: AI infrastructure demand is not a bubble; business conditions to improve in second half</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840468</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840468</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:35:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606090195.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Gudeng Chairman Chiu Ming-chien said demand for AI infrastructure represents solid growth, not a bubble, and expects industry conditions to improve further in the second half of the year. Gudeng subsidiary Jiaqí assembles AI servers for 技鋼, with demand outstripping production capacity. Membership in the 德鑫半導體聯盟 has grown from 8 to 18, and it turned a profit in its first year.</description></item>
<item><title>Man in northern Taiwan confirmed as first local case of paratyphoid in 115; source of infection unclear</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840469</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840469</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:29:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606090194.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>台湾疾病管制署（CDC）は、2025年最初の国内感染によるパラチフス確定症例を発表した。患者は北部在住の50代男性で、5月下旬に発症し、8日間の入院治療を経て回復した。感染源は現在も調査中である。</description></item>
<item><title>Rain concentrated in Taichung's mountainous areas; city government steps up inspections and reporting</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840267</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840267</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:28:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202606090193.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Rainfall has been concentrated in Taichung's mountainous areas due to a stationary front and southwesterly winds. The city government established a Level 3 emergency response center. Deputy Mayor Cheng Chao-hsin announced a work and class suspension in Heping District and ordered stepped-up inspections and reporting to guard against heavy-rain damage.</description></item>
<item><title>Floating platform spotted at Democracy Reef; Philippines lodges diplomatic protest with China</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840264</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840264</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:27:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606090191.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>The Philippine government said it had spotted a floating platform with what appeared to be antenna equipment in the lagoon at Democracy Reef (Scarborough Shoal), which China effectively controls, and lodged a diplomatic protest with China. The Philippine military is prepared to prevent the construction of a permanent facility, as tensions in the South China Sea rise again.</description></item>
<item><title>遠東集團 temporarily exits China's brick-and-mortar department store business; Huang Ching-wen: cutting losses to preserve strength</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840263</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840263</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:27:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606090192.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>遠東集團 has decided to close its last brick-and-mortar department store in China, Chongqing Far Eastern City, to cut losses amid an uncertain outlook for domestic demand. Chairwoman Huang Ching-wen said the decision sacrifices short-term gains for long-term benefits. The group will preserve its resources and focus on operating Taipei Dome as it prepares for a future return to the mainland market.</description></item>
<item><title>Gas explosion on Gaocui Road in Hsinchu City kills 2; preliminary assessment points to gas leak</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840265</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840265</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:24:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202606090190.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>A gas explosion on Gaocui Road in Hsinchu City, Taiwan, killed 2 people. A liquefied petroleum gas leak is believed to have caused the blast, which affected 57 households. Authorities announced support measures.</description></item>
<item><title>Chinese government vessels make false jurisdictional broadcasts; Coast Guard says it issued stern warning</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840266</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840266</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:20:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202606090189.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>5 Chinese government vessels entered waters off eastern Taiwan, citing Japan-Philippines talks, and broadcast jurisdictional claims to 3 commercial ships. Taiwan Coast Guard vessels monitored them throughout and sternly warned the Chinese ships that they were violating international law, demanding they leave immediately.</description></item>
<item><title>U.S. Army Apache crashes near Strait of Hormuz; Trump says pilots are safe</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840061</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840061</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:17:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606090188.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed that a U.S. Army Apache helicopter crashed near the Strait of Hormuz, but both crew members are safe. The cause is unknown and may involve mechanical failure or an Iranian attack. Officials will release a detailed report.</description></item>
<item><title>First local case of Japanese encephalitis in 115; woman in her 60s hospitalized</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840062</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840062</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:16:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606090187.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Taiwan has reported its first locally acquired case of Japanese encephalitis this year, involving a woman in her 60s in the south. She sought medical care in early June after developing a fever and losing consciousness, and remains hospitalized. Her home is near high-risk environments such as rice paddies and pigpens. The CDC urged the public to get vaccinated and take steps to prevent mosquito bites.</description></item>
<item><title>Technology stocks rebound and Middle East tensions ease; Japan's Nikkei closes higher</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840058</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840058</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:13:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606090186.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Japanese stocks closed higher today, with the Nikkei 225 rising 2.17%. A rebound in oversold technology stocks and an easing of Middle East tensions after Iran and Israel agreed to a ceasefire boosted market optimism.</description></item>
<item><title>Lin An-ko hits 2-run homer in Japanese minor leagues, helping Seibu beat Giants</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840060</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840060</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:12:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202606090184.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Taiwan-born 埼玉西武ライオンズ infielder Lin An-ko hit a 2-run home run in a minor-league game, helping his team defeat 読売ジャイアンツ. The report also covers how his performance has developed in the major and minor leagues.</description></item>
<item><title>Three major institutional investors sell a net NT$77.857 billion in Taiwan stocks</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840059</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n840059</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:12:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606090185.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Taiwan's stock market rebounded sharply on the 9th, but the three major institutional investors—foreign investors, investment trusts and dealers—were net sellers of NT$77.857 billion combined. Foreign and mainland Chinese investors accounted for net sales of NT$91.733 billion, seen as profit-taking amid the market's rise.</description></item>
<item><title>Spain and France lead the way: a look at the 6 top contenders for the World Cup</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839858</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839858</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:10:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202606090183.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>With the 2026 World Cup approaching, CNN analyzed 6 leading contenders for the title—Spain, France, Argentina, Portugal, England and Brazil—examining each team's strengths, weaknesses and key players.</description></item>
<item><title>Risks of travel to mainland China: Chiu Chui-cheng says 85 cases recorded from January to May 2026</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839854</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839854</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:04:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202606090181.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Mainland Affairs Council Minister Chiu Chui-cheng said 85 cases were recorded from January to May 2025 involving Taiwanese people who went missing, were detained for questioning or had their freedom of movement restricted in mainland China. He urged the public to be aware of the risks and avoid unnecessary trips.</description></item>
<item><title>Impersonation scams targeting businesses on the rise; Cabinet considers reporting system for small businesses</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839853</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839853</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:04:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202606090182.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Taiwan's Executive Yuan Anti-Fraud Command Center will begin discussions on creating a reporting mechanism for small businesses in response to a sharp rise in impersonation scams targeting companies and small shops. It also plans to incorporate input from private-sector groups and strengthen its anti-fraud framework.</description></item>
<item><title>Investigation uncovers etomidate vape cartridges and cannabis factory; Qiaotou prosecutor Li Kanying honored</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839856</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839856</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:03:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202606090179.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Qiaotou District Prosecutor's Office prosecutor Li Kanying received an award from the Executive Yuan for investigating an etomidate smuggling case and a cannabis factory. Authorities seized 100 kilograms of etomidate in the first case and 1565 cannabis plants in the second, demonstrating the government's efforts to combat drugs.</description></item>
<item><title>Astros manager describes Kai-Wei Teng's signature pitch: 'It seems to disappear right in front of the batter'</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839855</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839855</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:03:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202606090180.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Astros manager Joe Espada told the Central News Agency in an interview that Taiwanese pitcher Kai-Wei Teng's signature sweeper seems to disappear in front of batters as it approaches the plate. He also praised Teng's resilience, team-first attitude and quick adjustment to the team.</description></item>
<item><title>Philippines earthquake death toll rises to 41; medical staff deliver baby in tent under blazing sun</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839857</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839857</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:02:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606090178.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>The death toll from the magnitude 7.8 earthquake on the Philippine island of Mindanao has risen to 41. Medical workers set up tents to treat people, and a baby was delivered there. Search efforts are continuing, but the focus is shifting from rescue to body recovery.</description></item>
<item><title>U.S. records hottest spring; extreme heat could affect 1/4 of World Cup matches</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839652</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839652</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:58:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606090177.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) said spring 2026 was the second hottest in U.S. records. Experts predict that extreme heat could affect 1/4 of World Cup matches, including the final, because most venues lack roofs or air conditioning.</description></item>
<item><title>Farmers' retirement savings may extend to actual farmers covered by labor insurance, helping young people with side jobs in agriculture</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839654</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839654</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:57:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606090175.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Taiwan's 農業部 has proposed a legal amendment that would allow people who actually farm and are enrolled in labor insurance or national pension insurance to contribute to farmers' retirement savings, protecting the retirement security of young people who farm alongside other work. The policy is expected to benefit about 1万 people and aims to encourage more people to stay in agriculture.</description></item>
<item><title>雨勢影響 中職9日2場例行賽延賽</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839649</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839649</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:55:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202606090173.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>中華職業棒球大聯盟6月9日原訂的2場例行賽，因雨勢影響分別延賽至6月25日與26日。目前上半季戰績由味全龍隊以32勝16敗居首，領先第二名台鋼雄鷹5.5場勝差。</description></item>
<item><title>National Palace Museum marks Dragon Boat Festival with flute concert inviting visitors to join the celebrations</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839648</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839648</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:55:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202606090174.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>The National Palace Museum will hold a free flute concert on the Dragon Boat Festival (June 19) and present special exhibitions on the culture of the Songs of Chu and other topics to commemorate the poet Qu Yuan.</description></item>
<item><title>Cuban president discusses U.S. pressure tactics, outlines 3 possible scenarios for coercion</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839651</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839651</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:52:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606090171.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel said the United States is considering three scenarios for applying pressure: fomenting social unrest, taking control of the economy or launching military action, amid an economic crisis caused by stepped-up U.S. sanctions.</description></item>
<item><title>Chiayi County considers adding junior high section of 協同中學 to free school lunch program</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839650</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839650</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:52:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202606090172.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>嘉義縣政府研議將私立協同中學國中部及嘉科實中國中部學生納入免費營養午餐補助範圍，預計每年需新增1900餘萬元經費，並與嘉義市協調中。</description></item>
<item><title>Japan team arrives in U.S. to prepare for World Cup; Wataru Endo races to recover before opener</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839447</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839447</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:43:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202606090170.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Japan's national team has arrived in the United States ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Captain Wataru Endo is rushing to recover from an injury and hopes to play in the opening match against the Netherlands. Coach Hajime Moriyasu said, 'All we can do is believe, pray and wait.'</description></item>
<item><title>Power outage hits NTU during final exam week; university cites high-voltage equipment failure and says repairs are complete</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839448</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839448</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:42:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606090169.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>A high-voltage equipment failure caused a power outage on the National Taiwan University (NTU) campus during final exam week. The university responded immediately and restored power about 2 and a half hours later, but some exams were affected.</description></item>
<item><title>Heavy rain alert issued for 11 counties and cities; Kaohsiung and Pingtung urged to prepare for torrential rain</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839449</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839449</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:41:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606090168.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>The Central Weather Administration of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications issued a heavy rain alert for 11 counties and cities. Kaohsiung City and Pingtung County should prepare for torrential rain as a stationary front and southwesterly winds affect the region.</description></item>
<item><title>ASEAN finance / Hon Hai partners with Brookfield to invest in Vietnam renewable energy development</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839246</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839246</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:39:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606090167.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Hon Hai has formed a strategic partnership with investment company Brookfield to jointly develop renewable energy projects in Vietnam. The plan calls for wind, solar and energy storage projects with a total capacity of 1GW, which will supply long-term clean electricity to Hon Hai’s local supply chain.</description></item>
<item><title>Strait Forum ban: Chiu Chui-cheng opposes exchanges tied to united-front missions</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839247</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839247</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:36:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202606090166.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council has banned central and local government officials from attending China’s Strait Forum. Council Minister Chiu Chui-cheng opposed exchanges accompanied by united-front missions and stressed the need for equal and healthy cross-strait exchanges.</description></item>
<item><title>Hsinchu City Gaocui Road explosion kills couple; prosecutors investigate</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839045</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839045</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:28:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202606090165.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>A couple who ran a general merchandise store died in an early-morning explosion on Gaocui Road in Hsinchu City. The Hsinchu District Prosecutors Office is investigating the cause.</description></item>
<item><title>Xu Chunying posts NT$2 million bail in Anti-Infiltration Act case; verdict due Aug. 11</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839042</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839042</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:23:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202606090164.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Xu Chunying, chair of Taiwan’s New Immigrants’ Development Association, was indicted on charges including violating the Anti-Infiltration Act and released on NT$2 million bail. The court is scheduled to issue its verdict on Aug. 11.</description></item>
<item><title>聯發科 hits limit-up as optical stocks rally; Taiwan stocks surge 1201 points to close at 44704 points</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839043</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839043</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:22:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606090163.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Buoyed by a rebound in U.S. technology stocks, Taiwan shares rallied on the 9th, led by heavyweight, optical and passive-component stocks, and closed up 1201 points at 44704. Bellwether stocks 聯發科, 大立光 and 國巨 all hit limit-up.</description></item>
<item><title>Poll: Trump’s approval rating hovers near low; most people fear oil prices will keep rising</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839044</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839044</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:21:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606090162.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>A Reuters/Ipsos poll found that U.S. President Donald Trump’s approval rating continues to hover near a low, with about 35% of respondents approving of his performance. Most people (59%) worry that gasoline prices will rise over the next year because of the Iran conflict, while dissatisfaction with Trump’s handling of the cost of living stands at 70%.</description></item>
<item><title>June Taiwan stock index futures rise 1582 points</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n838842</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n838842</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:18:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606090161.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Taiwan’s stock market closed on June 9 up 1201.66 points at 44704.44. June Taiwan index futures also gained 1582 points, settling at 44665 points, with trading volume reaching 72,583 contracts.</description></item>
<item><title>Councilors question use of Average Land Rights Fund for sunshade umbrellas; Chiang Wan-an says it is an appropriate use</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n838840</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n838840</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:15:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202606090160.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>A Democratic Progressive Party councilor criticized the Taipei City Government’s use of the Average Land Rights Fund for its Urban Cooling Umbrella project. Mayor Chiang Wan-an countered that the spending was consistent with the fund’s intended purpose.</description></item>
<item><title>Taichung-Changhua-Nantou Branch opens registration for vocational training for older adults to help them return to work</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n838841</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n838841</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:12:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aloc/202606090159.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>勞動力發展署中彰投分署宣布，為協助65歲以上失業者培養第二專長，高齡者專班職業訓練課程即日起開始報名，訓練費用全額補助，6月底陸續開課。歷年平均就業率達7成以上。</description></item>
<item><title>Scholars and experts urge Defense Ministry: Do not downgrade specifications for Army communications equipment</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n838639</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n838639</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:10:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202606090158.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Taiwanese experts urged the Ministry of National Defense to adopt frequency-hopping technology in Army communications equipment procurement and avoid downgrading specifications to the older frequency-shifting technology. The aim is to improve interoperability with the U.S. military and resilience to electronic warfare.</description></item>
<item><title>ELTA wins Taiwan broadcast rights for 2026 World Cup; live coverage starts June 12</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n838637</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n838637</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:05:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606090157.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>愛爾達科技 announced that it has secured the exclusive Taiwan broadcast rights for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. It will livestream all 104 matches starting June 12 on platforms including ELTA.tv, marking the company’s 4th time winning the rights.</description></item>
<item><title>June electronics and financial futures both rise</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n838638</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n838638</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:00:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202606090156.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Taipei stocks surged 1201.66 points on June 9 to close at 44704.44. Electronic and financial futures also rose, with electronic futures at a premium and financial futures at a discount.</description></item>
<item><title>Women’s Asian Cup volleyball: Taiwan sweeps Uzbekistan for three straight preliminary-round wins</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n838436</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n838436</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:59:00 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202606090155.aspx">中央社 CNA</source><description>Taiwan’s women’s volleyball team swept Uzbekistan 3-0 in the preliminary round of the 2026 Women’s Asian Cup, notching three consecutive wins and putting itself in a strong position to reach the final four.</description></item>
<item><title>From frying oil to jet fuel: Japan steps up waste cooking oil collection to help produce sustainable aviation fuel</title><link>https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839653</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260609-15/index-en-p4.html#n839653</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:57:31 +0900</pubDate><category>Taiwan</category><source url="https://netzero.cna.com.tw/news/202606090176">中央社 CNA</source><description>To meet its goal of having SAF account for 10% of aviation fuel by 2030, the Japanese government launched an initiative to turn frying oil into aviation fuel by collecting used cooking oil through public-private cooperation. The effort aims to address energy costs and supply chain issues, but faces serious challenges from limited feedstock and high costs.</description></item>
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