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Gakken has released the “Summer Vacation Drill” for 1st- and 2nd-grade students, offering fun learning with Sanrio characters. It provides a review of math, Japanese and English, while character secrets and bonuses help boost students’ motivation. A multiple-purchase campaign is also underway.
Companies mentioned：Sanrio
Illustrator Natsu Wakabayashi’s first picture book, “きもちいい,” will go on sale on June 25, 2026, with an exhibition of original illustrations to mark its publication opening at Daikanyama T-Site from the 22nd of the same month. The book depicts everyday moments of comfort, drawing readers in with its distinctive worldview and rhythmic text.
Companies mentioned：Rokurinsha Inc.、Daikanyama T-Site
In June 2026, CafeTalk is recruiting free monitors for online budo lessons. Selected participants get 2 free lessons, plus 1 additional free lesson for posting a review. The initiative aims to make it easy for people to try budo at home and broaden interest in the practice.
A startup support organization in Matsue has selected 合同会社Yukarimi, which supports non-engineers in using AI, as the 7th MIX PoC project. The initiative will contribute to improved productivity at regional small and midsize businesses and the democratization of AI.
Companies mentioned：合同会社Yukarimi、松江商工会議所、島根大学、島根県立大学、松江工業高等専門学校、山陰合同銀行、島根銀行
All spots in the 1st cohort of Executive Ashiya, a membership-based healthcare service provided by ReFit Inc., filled in about 1 week. The service is distinguished by a specialist team that visits and supports the health management of business leaders.
株式会社Design-a and ナッシュ株式会社 have partnered to promote frozen meal delivery service “nosh” through the flyer-distribution service “Share Chirashi.” The companies aim to attract new customers by combining digital and analog approaches.
Companies mentioned：株式会社Design-a、ナッシュ株式会社
Osoji Kakumei has launched “Osoji Gift,” a way to give professional cleaning services for Father’s Day. The experience-based gift offers a comfortable home and more free time.
Companies mentioned：株式会社KIREI produce
Research and Innovation will exhibit at “Marketing Week Summer 2026.” It will showcase BI tools using purchase data from the “CODE” app, along with end-to-end solutions.
The Hualien Shiliushi Mountain Ultra Half Marathon will take place on September 13, with registrations already topping 1,500. Runners from 9 countries, including Tajikistan and Kenya, are expected to compete. This year, a 3-kilometer route through a hidden flower-field spot has been added. Francis Kioko Nzyoki of Kenya, the inaugural champion, will also return to defend his title. The event is expected to benefit local tourism.
Shen Boyang, the Democratic Progressive Party’s candidate for Taipei mayor, criticized the Taipei City Government’s governance as “Band-Aid-style,” saying it lacked comprehensive support measures. Mayor Chiang Wan-an responded that Taipei was the first city in the country to introduce policies such as reducing working hours for parents without cutting their pay, and said the city was willing to share its experience with the central government.
The Chinese Culture, Education and Sports Exchange Promotion Association and 興富發建設 teamed up to donate 50 basketballs and stationery to the basketball team at Siji Elementary School in Yilan County. The team has won multiple national championships in the 4 years since it was formed.
Companies mentioned：興富發建設
The Japan-Taiwan Diet Members’ Consultative Council, a cross-party group of Japanese lawmakers friendly toward Taiwan, plans to change its name to the “Japan-Taiwan Council” to deepen exchanges with Taiwan. The relevant proposal will be discussed at a general meeting on June 11.
Companies mentioned：共同社
Results for university admissions for the 115 academic year have been announced, with 137 vacancies in medical departments at 11 universities, the highest number in nearly 5 years. Dental departments also had 35 vacancies. The selection committee believes the main reason is that applicants received multiple offers.
Companies mentioned：大學甄選入學委員會、中山醫學大學、台北醫學大學、中國醫學大學、成功大學
Taichung police uncovered 108 drug-impaired driving cases over the 9 days from June 1 to 9. A civic group also donated rapid drug screening kits to improve the efficiency of investigations into drug-impaired driving.
Companies mentioned：傑揚生化科技公司
The United States and Iran exchanged airstrikes for the 3rd time this week. Iran claimed it had attacked U.S. military bases in Kuwait and Bahrain, while U.S. forces also targeted Iranian surveillance and communications facilities. The 2-month ceasefire has collapsed, reigniting tensions in the Middle East.
A shortage of ballot papers occurred in South Korea's local elections, and a joint prosecution-police investigation headquarters searched 7 locations, including the National Election Commission and election commissions in Seoul. The suspected offenses include violations of the Public Official Election Act, abuse of authority and occupational embezzlement. More than 10 people, including the former head of the National Election Commission, are under investigation.
Companies mentioned：中央選挙管理委員会、首爾警察廳
The Central Weather Administration issued heavy rain warnings for the mountainous areas of Taichung City, Nantou County and Yunlin County, as well as Chiayi City, Chiayi County, Tainan City and Kaohsiung City. Heavy rain is possible in a short period as convective clouds develop.
A car driven by a 52-year-old man in Shalu District, Taichung City, apparently accelerated by mistake while making a U-turn and crashed into a convenience store and a parked motorcycle. A 36-year-old man was injured but was not in life-threatening condition. Suspicions of drunk or drug-impaired driving were ruled out.
Entertainer Huang Tzu-chiao, sentenced to 1 year and 6 months in prison with a 4-year suspended sentence for purchasing sexual images of minors, reported to the Taipei District Prosecutors Office on June 11 to begin probation supervision.
Companies mentioned：台北地檢署、最高法院、台灣高等法院
Taiwanese pitcher Kai-Wei Teng has risen in the major leagues with his distinctive sweeper. Behind his success is a revolution in modern baseball's science-based training and data analysis. The article explores the Houston Astros' “pitcher factory” system and how pitching coach Miller helps players reach their potential through objective data and communication.
Companies mentioned：サンフランシスコ・ジャイアンツ、ヒューストン・アストロズ、Tread Athletics、MLB Network
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te nominated Chen Yung-hsing as president of the 7th Control Yuan and Wang Jung-chang as vice president. He also announced 27 nominees for Control Yuan members. The aim is to make the Control Yuan an institution “for the people.”
The “Golden Friendship,” a 20-seat traditional boat built by the Tao people of Lanyu, Taitung, will set sail for the Batanes Islands of the Philippines on June 15. The voyage aims to revive a sea route dating back 300 years and promote Austronesian cultural exchange.
Companies mentioned：行政院原住民族委員會、財團法人原住民族文化事業基金會
Results for university applications for academic year 115 were announced. The placement rate was 56.31%, a 4-year high, while the 7823 vacancies were the fewest in 5 years.
Andy Xie, former chief Asia-Pacific economist at Morgan Stanley, warned that speculators are targeting the yen, potentially triggering a currency crisis similar to the 1997 Asian financial crisis. He said Japan's economic fundamentals are weak and its debt is high, leaving it unable to support the exchange rate through aggressive rate hikes. The yen could depreciate further.
Companies mentioned：摩根士丹利 (Morgan Stanley)
In Belfast, Northern Ireland, a stabbing incident involving a Sudanese man prompted far-right groups to inflame anti-immigrant sentiment, leading to riots for 2 consecutive nights. Police deployed water cannon to disperse the crowds.
The United States and 22 countries in Europe and elsewhere issued a joint statement condemning Iran's intelligence agencies for using criminal groups to plot transnational attacks in Europe, the US and Australia, including the kidnapping and killing of dissidents and journalists. They called on Iran to stop such actions immediately.
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Companies mentioned：日月光投控、國巨、富邦金控、鴻海、台達電子、鴻勁精密、潤泰集團、輝達、Google
Taiwan's Presidential Office will nominate Chen Yung-hsing as a candidate for Control Yuan president and Wang Jung-chang as a candidate for vice president. Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim will host a press conference.
Taiwanese lawmakers have proposed an amendment to the Code of Criminal Procedure that would remove detention on grounds of collusion. Ministry of Justice Deputy Minister Huang Mou-hsin warned that this would seriously affect investigations into fraud and drug cases.
Fox News reported that US President Donald Trump said Iranian leaders had called to ask for the bombing to stop, but Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps denied this. Trump threatened to continue bombing if Iran did not accept the terms.
Companies mentioned：Fox News、Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA)
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense said 6 Chinese military vessels and 9 Chinese military aircraft crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait and entered airspace in the north and southwest. Taiwan's military has stepped up monitoring and response measures.
Original台股11日開低後翻紅，台積電除息6元僅花24秒完成填息，股價最高漲10元至2260元。
Companies mentioned：台積電、聯發科、鴻海
Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Max Scherzer recorded the 3500th strikeout of his MLB career, becoming the 11th pitcher in history to reach the milestone. He achieved it against the Philadelphia Phillies after returning from the injured list.
Companies mentioned：トロント・ブルージェイズ、フィラデルフィア・フィリーズ
TSMC went ex-dividend on its cash dividend for the 4th quarter of 2025 on June 11 and filled the dividend gap in just 24 seconds, marking its 22nd same-day recovery since switching to quarterly dividends. The total dividend was about NT$155.595 billion, with NT$6.00003573 paid per share. Payment is scheduled for July 9.
UK tech startups are actively seeking funding and partners, with Taiwan becoming a prime target for British startups and venture capital funds because of its strong manufacturing capabilities, complete industrial ecosystem and neutral stance. A Taiwan-focused panel during London Tech Week discussed complementary strengths between Taiwan and the UK, with Taiwan seen as the best partner for European countries seeking to secure technological sovereignty.
Companies mentioned：Systemiq Capital、NVIDIA、TSMC、Hon Hai (Foxconn)
An explosion occurred in Xing'an County, Guilin, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China, killing 7 people and injuring 17. Police ruled out the possibility of a gas pipeline explosion and are investigating the cause.
The New Taiwan dollar opened at NT$31.68 against the US dollar in Taipei's foreign exchange market today, down 1.2 fen. It traded between NT$31.68 and NT$31.71.
The Central Weather Administration issued a heavy rain warning as convective clouds develop strongly. Areas from Chiayi to Kaohsiung should watch for localized heavy rain, lightning and strong gusts. It also issued an immediate severe thunderstorm alert for Tainan and Kaohsiung.
Original台北股市今日開盤下跌53.33點，加權股價指數為43172.21點，成交金額為新台幣119.94億元。
The 2026 Global Peace Index (GPI) was released, with Iceland named the world's most peaceful country for the 19th consecutive year. Taiwan ranked 42nd and the United States fell to 134th. The report said global peace has continued to deteriorate, military spending has hit a record high and conflict deaths have risen.
Switzerland's Federal Assembly voted 22 to 21 against easing restrictions on Sunday shopping, maintaining the status quo of allowing stores to open on only 4 Sundays a year. Opponents stressed the importance of Sunday rest for families and workers' health. Polls show 68% of the public oppose adding more shopping days.
Companies mentioned：瑞士廣播電視台（SRF）
The day after Taiwanese author Yang Shuang-zi's “Taiwan Travelogue” won the International Booker Prize, an expert on a Finnish public broadcaster Yle program mistakenly insisted that no Finnish translation existed. In fact, a translation had already gone on sale. The controversy spread on social media and ultimately became excellent publicity for the book.
Companies mentioned：フィンランド国営放送（Yle）、オーラ社（Aula & Co）
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The US military denied Iran's claim that the Strait of Hormuz had been completely closed because of US airstrikes, saying commercial vessels continued to pass through normally. Iranian state media reported that its armed forces had fired missiles and drones at US vessels near the strait.
Yohei Kono, former president of Japan’s Liberal Democratic Party and former speaker of the House of Representatives, has died of pancreatic cancer at the age of 89. He was known for the “Kono Statement,” issued in 1993, in which he acknowledged the Japanese military’s involvement in the comfort women system and apologized. He was regarded as a dove in Japanese politics and worked for many years to advance diplomacy with China and South Korea.
Citing delays in negotiations, U.S. President Donald Trump ordered a new wave of airstrikes on Iran, with U.S. forces striking Iranian targets for a second consecutive day. Iran responded by saying it would fire on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, as tensions continued to escalate.
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Companies mentioned：台積電、聯發科
Kuomintang Chair Cheng Li-wun visited Washington and met with lawmakers from both U.S. parties. The discussions focused on arms purchases, energy and other issues, and she explained the Kuomintang’s position on arms procurement cooperation with the United States.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. military had secretly helped transport more than 100 million barrels of oil through the Strait of Hormuz. He claimed that it secured the passage of oil despite Iran’s blockade and kept global oil prices in check.
丹麥台灣協會 held a Dragon Boat Festival event in Copenhagen under the theme “North-versus-South zongzi,” incorporating local Danish ingredients to develop innovative sweet zongzi and licorice soy sauce, showcasing the inclusiveness and innovative spirit of Taiwanese food culture.
Companies mentioned：丹麥台灣協會
U.S. President Donald Trump said, “I like inflation,” and stressed that prices would fall once the Iran war ends. He framed the war against Iran as a national security issue, but rising prices could affect Federal Reserve rate cuts and Republican election prospects.
According to weather expert 吳德榮, the plum rain front will move back and forth from north to south near Taiwan over the coming 1 week, bringing a risk of localized severe thunderstorms and strong gusts. However, rainfall is expected to decrease day by day as the southwest monsoon weakens.
總統府 will hold a press conference at 10 a.m. on the 11th, hosted by Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim, to introduce the nominees for president and vice president of the 7th-term 監察院 and for Control Yuan members.
Companies mentioned：總統府、監察院、立法院
Iran’s military announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and said it would attack all vessels attempting to pass through. The move came in response to a new round of U.S. airstrikes on Iran; 2 vessels attempting to pass through have been hit.
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Companies mentioned：中央社、美國能源情報署、OECD、Stratbase、國際足球總會