Women's yukata brand Dita to hold yukata pop-up stores simultaneously in 4 cities—Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka and Fukuoka—from July 1 to August 2, 2026
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Women's yukata brand Dita will hold pop-up stores in 4 cities—Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka and Fukuoka—from July 1 to August 2, 2026. Popular yukata, two-piece yukata and dress-style yukata will be on display and for sale. A special offer exclusive to the pop-up stores will also let customers purchase yukata and obi belts separately.
Yusennoyado Yuamu at Yumura Onsen in Hyogo offers a plan featuring whole white squid sashimi, a summer delicacy. A new plan is also available [June 16 (Tue.) to September 3 (Thu.), 2026]
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Yusennoyado Yuamu at Yumura Onsen in Hyogo Prefecture will offer a special plan featuring whole white squid sashimi from Hamasaka Port as a summer delicacy from June 16 to September 3, 2026. This year, 3 summer-only accommodation plans featuring whole white squid sashimi are newly available, and guests can also enjoy local Tajima beef and abalone.
Clarks to hold Father's Day campaign "GIFT FROM THE HEART" at all Clarks Originals stores
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Clarks will hold its Father's Day campaign "GIFT FROM THE HEART" from June 12 to 21. During the campaign, customers who purchase men's shoes will receive shoe refresher spray, offering a gift that conveys appreciation.
"Japan Meteorological Agency to introduce 'extreme heat day'"—Aqua Ignis Awajishima offers a new bathing experience for an era of extreme heat. A new Awajishima initiative lets visitors ease summer fatigue in a lukewarm bath close to body temperature.
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Aqua Ignis Awajishima will introduce an open-air lukewarm bath at about 35°C starting in summer 2026, in line with the Japan Meteorological Agency's introduction of the "extreme heat day" designation. The initiative responds to the difficulty of enjoying hot springs in summer heat, offering a new bathing experience where visitors can relax without putting strain on their bodies.
QuizKnock and Tumbleweed, both celebrating their 10th anniversaries in 2026, team up! Their immersive puzzle-solving show Unlock! will run for a limited time starting August 7.
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QuizKnock and Tumbleweed will launch their immersive puzzle-solving show Unlock! starting August 7 to mark their 10th anniversaries in 2026. The hall-based game, jointly created by the two, challenges teams of up to 4 people to solve puzzles together.
The Kansai region's largest sales event dedicated to birds! Tori Fest Osaka returns to MyDome Osaka in a big way!
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Tori Fest Osaka returns to MyDome Osaka on June 20 and 21, 2026. Around 150 or more artists and companies from across Japan will gather to sell bird-themed works and merchandise. Sales of live animals and bringing them into the venue are prohibited, and Professor Hiroaki Hosokawa will also appear as a guest.
DYM MESSENGERS presents Gesshoku, the culmination of its 25-26 SEASON, leaving a record of its journey and challenges at the D.LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP
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Professional dance team DYM MESSENGERS presented Gesshoku, its culminating work, at the D.LEAGUE 25-26 SEASON CHAMPIONSHIP. Though the team narrowly missed out on victory, it captivated the audience with its high-level performance and expressed its enthusiasm for future activities.
Korean contemporary kitchenware brand Hériter to exhibit at Interior Lifestyle Tokyo 2026, one of Japan’s largest lifestyle trade shows
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Korean kitchenware brand Hériter will exhibit at Interior Lifestyle Tokyo 2026, held in Tokyo in June 2026. The brand offers high-quality products that blend Korea’s distinctive aesthetic with modern design, and aims to raise its profile in the Japanese market and develop new distribution partners.
[Supported by Fujinomiya City] The era when local cities need AI talent—AI talent development event to be held in Fujinomiya to address regional challenges and create new businesses
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An AI talent development event will be held in Fujinomiya. The free course will teach participants how to use generative AI, aiming to address regional challenges and create new businesses while narrowing the AI gap and developing talent in regional cities.
Next-generation remote O&M trial using IOWN begins
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NTT East and Chiyoda Corporation have begun a trial of next-generation remote O&M using IOWN’s APN. They aim to establish a model for remote operation and maintenance of industrial plants.
Blue lawmakers accuse rivals of maliciously adjourning school lunch bill review; green lawmakers urge swift budget review
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
KMT Legislator Lo Ting-wei and DPP Legislator Wu Szu-yao clashed over the review process for the school lunch bill. Lo accused the DPP of maliciously adjourning the session and obstructing review of legislation affecting people’s livelihoods; Wu countered that Lo was scheduling a controversial bill for review while failing to review the budget.
India faces tight oil supplies; gas stations limit each vehicle to 200 liters per day
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Conflict in the Middle East has caused energy shortages in India. The government has banned companies from making bulk purchases of industrial fuel at gas stations and capped refueling at 200 liters per vehicle per day for at least 90 days to protect ordinary consumers’ access to fuel.
Hong Kong police chief attends meeting in the Netherlands and visits Switzerland
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Hong Kong Police Commissioner Chow Yat-ming attended the 19th Pearls in Policing conference in The Hague, Netherlands, and visited Zurich, Switzerland, where he met local law enforcement officials to discuss financial investigations and combating cross-border money laundering. The visit was a rare exchange in Europe by senior Hong Kong police officials since the 2019 anti-extradition protests.
Chiang Wan-an questioned over trips outside Taipei: “Cities can exchange ideas and learn from one another”
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Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an attended a press conference for the Nantou Chocolate and Coffee Festival. Responding to criticism that his schedule was too focused on other cities, he said the visits were part of city-to-city exchanges that allowed them to learn from one another and could boost agricultural products and tourism overall. He also called for the abolition of the Control Yuan and said he had zero tolerance for drug-impaired driving.
Hualien Deputy County Magistrate Yen Hsin-chang released on bail in alleged corruption case; DPP calls for suspension pending investigation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Hualien Deputy County Magistrate Yen Hsin-chang was released on NT$1 million bail on suspicion of corruption in a school lunch scandal. The Hualien County chapter of the Democratic Progressive Party called for him to be suspended pending an investigation, while the county government said it would fully cooperate with the judicial investigation.
Senior Japanese official invited affair partner to stay overnight during business trips, later paid lodging costs
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Masashi Mogi, chief secretary to Japan’s chief cabinet secretary, repeatedly invited his affair partner to stay overnight in his hotel room while traveling on business during his time at the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, paying for only one person’s lodging and reimbursing the difference later. After a weekly magazine reported the matter, Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara confirmed it in a parliamentary response and said he would check whether any confidential information had been leaked.
New rules for Chinese online platforms bar negative corporate information and corporate “flame wars” from trending lists
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
China’s Cyberspace Administration has issued a new self-regulatory pact requiring online platforms not to push AI-generated negative information about companies or corporate leaders’ “flame wars” onto trending lists, as part of efforts to improve the business environment.
Visiting Xinying Sugar Factory, Cho Jung-tai pledges support for balanced development and local vitality in Tainan
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Premier Cho Jung-tai visited Xinying Sugar Factory in Tainan and announced that the central government would support changes to its urban plan and tourism development to promote balanced growth in the Xibei area of Tainan. He also pledged NT$15 million for planning the narrow-gauge railway corridor.
Taipei’s 4th air quality maintenance zone to begin enforcement in July; violations carry fines of up to NT$60,000
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Taipei’s Department of Environmental Protection announced that enforcement against vehicles violating the 4th air quality maintenance zone will begin on July 1. The zone covers Nanjing East Road, Ren’ai Road and Xinyi Road. Motorcycles that have not completed emissions inspections, trucks without a self-management label and construction equipment may face fines of up to NT$60,000.
Minister says Taiwan is “very confident” after talks with TSMC over U.S. patent lawsuit
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan’s minister of economic affairs said that Taiwanese companies comply with patent rules and that discussions with TSMC had further strengthened his confidence, regarding the patent infringement lawsuit against the company in the United States. U.S. lawmakers have asked the ITC to ban imports of foreign-made chips found to infringe patents.
Yang Chi-chia gives guest coaching to Kinmen pitchers at the Yushan Cup; Hsiao Chung-wei gains valuable experience
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Kinmen County’s high school baseball team was eliminated after losing 2-23 to the Taipei City team at the Yushan Cup, suffering its 2nd straight loss. Sophomore pitcher Hsiao Chung-wei gave up 7 runs in 1 inning as the starter, but achieved his goal of recording 1 hit. Guest pitching coach Yang Chi-chia provided pitching instruction, and head coach Huang Kuo-wei thanked 玉山銀行 and the baseball association for sponsoring equipment that made the team’s participation possible.
3 Taiwan serows caught together at chicken farm; filming team delighted by “three goats ushering in prosperity”
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A wildlife camera at a farm in Chishang, Taitung, captured a rare image of 3 protected Taiwan serows drinking together. The young team members were delighted, exclaiming “three goats usher in prosperity.” The record was made by the National Development Council’s Chishang Youth Development Station team, demonstrating the possibility of people and nature coexisting and providing local data for corporate biodiversity reports.
New circularity label unveiled; Peng Chi-ming: “Waste reduction at source and sustainability should become standard”
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Taiwan Environment Minister Peng Chi-ming unveiled a new circularity label on June 12 at the Green Gather circular products exhibition at Songshan Cultural and Creative Park. He emphasized waste reduction at source and sustainable design, and announced that the Resource Circularity Promotion Act passed on June 2, marking a major turning point in Taiwan’s waste management.
If U.S.-Iran conflict ends soon, oil prices will plunge and rate-hike pressure ease, Tsai Ming-hsing says
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Fubon Financial Chairman Tsai Ming-hsing said that if the U.S.-Iran war ends soon, oil prices could plunge, easing global inflationary pressure and reducing pressure on countries to raise interest rates. He also disclosed that Fubon Life plans to invest in SpaceX, citing its long-term growth potential.
SpaceX sets record for largest IPO ever, with new wave of wealth set to make the rich richer
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SpaceX is staging the largest IPO in history, potentially making Musk the first trillionaire. IPOs by AI giants OpenAI and Anthropic are also on the horizon, raising expectations of a new wave of wealth creation.
Kinmen joins central and local agencies in regional alliance to protect firefighter safety
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The Kinmen County Fire Department and central and local agencies responsible for workplace safety, labor inspections and engineering signed a regional cooperation declaration. Through information exchange and interagency collaboration, they aim to strengthen occupational safety and health management for firefighters.
White House to host combat sports event for Trump’s 80th birthday; president says his wish is world peace
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
U.S. President Donald Trump will turn 80 on the 14th, and the White House will host a UFC fight event, “UFC Freedom 250,” on the South Lawn that day, at a cost of US$60 million, prompting controversy. Trump said his birthday wish was world peace.
Companies mentioned：UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship)、ニューヨーク・ポスト (New York Post)、USAトゥデイ (USA Today)、AFP通信 (AFP)
Targeting young consumers, Lai Hui-yuan teams up with Beimen Farmers’ Association to promote red onion and corn crisps
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
DPP Legislator Lai Hui-yuan has partnered with 台南市北門區農會 to launch a new snack, “Beimen Red Onion Corn Crisps,” featuring local red onions. The initiative aims to capture the youth market and promote higher-value, branded agricultural products.
Report: Civilian casualties in wars becoming commonplace; Israeli military responsible for more than half of deaths
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A report by the Explosive Weapons Monitor says that more than half of civilian deaths caused by explosive weapons worldwide in 2025 were attributed to the Israeli military, warning that civilian casualties are becoming “normalized.”
Companies mentioned：Explosive Weapons Monitor、International Network on Explosive Weapons、Hamas、Hezbollah
Smoke warning in electronics compartment of Tigerair flight to New Chitose; passengers safely disembark
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A 台湾虎航 flight from Taoyuan to New Chitose received a smoke warning from the electronics compartment while landing. The aircraft made a normal landing under air traffic control instructions, rather than an emergency landing, and all passengers disembarked safely. 台湾虎航 notified the Civil Aeronautics Administration and began arrangements for subsequent flights.
華新科 General Manager Tseng Ming-tsan said passive components were in short supply and the supply-demand gap could persist until 2028. AI applications are expected to account for 15% to 20% of 華新科's business this year. The company is continuing to expand production capacity for resistors and capacitors, with expansion of about 10% to 15%.
Taiwan-German collaboration discovers Taiwan-endemic “extinct peacock,” larger than the Mikado pheasant
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A research team at National Taiwan University, working with German scholars, discovered a large, extinct bird endemic to Taiwan called the “extinct peacock” (Pavo miejue). The bird was larger than the living Mikado pheasant, and the findings were published in an international academic journal.
Kaohsiung uncovers privately made fruit-acid cosmetics; suspected supply to medical facilities prompts referral for prosecution
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Kaohsiung City Health Bureau uncovered allegations that cosmetics company 奇瑩國際 had privately manufactured fruit-acid cosmetics of unknown origin and sold them to medical facilities. The case has been referred for prosecution.
Lee Chang-keng: Cathay Life plans at-home acute-care policy, will submit it for review as soon as possible
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Cathay Financial Holdings General Manager Lee Chang-keng announced that Cathay Life will launch a 1-year at-home acute-care policy. The policy has been designed and will be submitted to 金管會 for review. It is based on a pilot program launched by 衛福部 in July 2024 and will initially cover 3 types of infectious diseases. Lee stressed that protecting customers' rights and learning lessons from pandemic insurance are both priorities.
Groundbreaking held for new Xingang Fire Brigade station in Chiayi; nearly NT$100 million to boost emergency response
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Ground was broken on June 12 for a new office building for the Xingang Fire Brigade of the Chiayi County Fire Department's Second Battalion. The project has a total budget of more than NT$97 million and is expected to be a 3-story building, strengthening disaster prevention and response in the Xingang area.
Opening of Gordie Howe International Bridge delayed; Trump had applied pressure amid trade tensions
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The opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge has been delayed. Trump had applied pressure amid trade tensions. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada agreed to the delay at the U.S. request.
Zuoying Guomao urban renewal project seeks investors in Taipei; NT$14.6 billion plan to create a new hub for industry, academia and research
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The Kaohsiung City Government held an investor briefing in Taipei for the Guomao urban renewal project in Zuoying District, which is expected to attract about NT$14.6 billion in private investment and create a new hub for industry, academia and research. The project was announced for investment on June 1, with submissions due by September 30.
“Strongest uncle” Efavela returns to Taiwan to compete with 旺寶 3x3 basketball team
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Basketball player Efavela, known in Taiwan as the “strongest uncle,” has joined the 3x3 team 旺寶. He is scheduled to debut at a tournament in Singapore in June. The team is aiming to break into the world's top 20.
The 2026 PENGHU OCEANMAN international swim across Penghu Bay will take place over two days starting June 13 in the waters off Guanyin Pavilion in Penghu. A total of 2,550 swimmers from 23 countries will participate. This year, a 10-kilometer international race will be added for the first time, as Penghu seeks to become an international sports tourism destination.
Philippines marks Independence Day with parade; Marcos calls for unity in facing challenges at home and abroad
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At a ceremony marking the 128th anniversary of Philippine independence, President Marcos called on the public to unite and confront domestic and international challenges, including corruption, social division and tensions in the South China Sea. A parade showcased the results of military modernization.
Mandatory two-stage left turns for scooters spark debate; NPP calls for reform timetable
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The New Power Party cited National Taiwan University research showing that after some intersections in Tainan City dropped mandatory two-stage left turns for scooters, crashes fell by 21% and injuries by 19%. It called on the 交通部 to set a clear reform timetable and standards, and to release the relevant statistics.
永豐餘 strengthens energy resilience; Hualien plant aims to double annual renewable power generation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
永豐餘投控 Chairman Yeh Hui-ching announced after the shareholders' meeting that the company will strengthen energy resilience through three strategies: increasing self-generated power, developing biomass renewable energy and introducing smart energy systems. The Hualien plant's lignin biomass power expansion project is expected to be completed by the end of 2027, raising annual generation from 150 million kWh to 360 million kWh. AI has also been introduced for energy management.
Anti-Trump message “8647” found on National Mall lawn in Washington; authorities vow thorough investigation
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The anti-Trump message “8647” was found carved into the lawn of the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The U.S. Department of the Interior has launched an investigation into what it called malicious vandalism, and park police are investigating. The incident comes as the country prepares to mark its 250th anniversary.
Chung Shan Medical University students visit baseball stadium; national team trainer shares injury-prevention experience
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Students from the Department of Physical Therapy at Chung Shan Medical University visited Taichung Intercontinental Baseball Stadium, where Chinatrust Brothers head athletic trainer Chang Cheng-tsung shared his experience in injury prevention in professional sports, highlighting physical therapy's applications in competitive sports and career opportunities.
Army tracked vehicle hits 5 cars while passing another vehicle in Taoyuan's Yangmei alleys; no injuries
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A Taiwan Army tracked vehicle collided with 5 cars parked along the roadside while passing another vehicle in Yangmei District, Taoyuan City. No one was injured.
World Cup: South Korea comes from behind to beat Czechia 2-1 in opening qualifying match
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
In their opening match in Group A of the 2026 World Cup, South Korea came from behind after conceding a goal to defeat Czechia 2-1, with Hwang In-beom and Oh Hyeon-gyu scoring in the second half.
Kaohsiung distributor accused of relabeling and selling expired cosmetics; owner released on NT$800,000 bail
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The owner, surnamed Yen, of a cosmetics distributor in Kaohsiung was accused of relabeling expired cosmetics and commissioning the manufacture of counterfeit products to sell to medical facilities, making more than NT$26 million in illicit profits. Prosecutors sought his detention, but the court released him on NT$800,000 bail.
Legislator Chen Ying secured more than NT$110 million for Taitung to fund 12 farmland irrigation improvement projects, 11 of which have been contracted for construction. The work will strengthen agricultural infrastructure and improve resilience for farming under extreme weather, which is vital to farmers' livelihoods.
More than 130,000 missing in Mexico; families call for international attention as World Cup opens
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
As the World Cup opened, hundreds of relatives of missing people protested in the streets of Mexico City, calling on the international community to focus on the nearly 13万5千 people missing in the country and criticizing the government's inaction in searching for them.
Cho Jung-tai: Complete Pearl Necklace Project to secure water for agriculture and chips
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan Premier Cho Jung-tai said during an inspection in Tainan City that he would advance the “Pearl Necklace Project” to secure water for agriculture and the semiconductor industry. The large-scale water infrastructure project will connect water supply networks across Taiwan and help address regional disparities.
Energy member Chang Shu-wei admits to evading military service at hearing, says he acted to keep his job and seeks suspended sentence
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Energy member Chang Shu-wei pleaded guilty at a preparatory hearing at the New Taipei District Court to falsifying medical records to evade military service. His lawyer cited financial pressure and work demands in seeking a lighter sentence or a suspended sentence. Prosecutors said he had acted in the hope of getting away with it and admitted guilt only after being arrested, which was inconsistent with an intention to turn himself in.
Chiang Wan-an floats abolishing Control Yuan; Shen Po-yang says he ignores city affairs but responds to presidential-level issues
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an said he supported abolishing the Control Yuan, drawing criticism from Shen Po-yang, the Democratic Progressive Party's Taipei mayoral candidate. Shen said Chiang did not respond to city affairs but did comment on presidential-level issues, and questioned what he called Chiang's double standards.
Chinese government vessel enters restricted waters around Taiping Island; DPP says move will only alienate Taiwanese
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A Chinese government vessel entered the restricted waters around Taiping Island for the first time, drawing strong condemnation from Taiwan's authorities. Democratic Progressive Party member Tsai Chi-chang said China's actions would deepen resentment among Taiwanese and worsen cross-strait relations.
China-EU trade tensions rise; Beijing reiterates openness as Macron calls for coordination
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
As China-EU trade tensions rise, Chinese Vice Premier Zhang Guoqing attended a summit hosted by Emmanuel Macron and reiterated China's commitment to expanding its opening-up. Macron called on major economies to address global imbalances through coordination, warning that failure to do so would lead to a sharp economic adjustment.
Legislature passes Election and Recall Act on third reading; people with suspended sentences or community-service alternatives may run for office
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan's Legislative Yuan amended Article 26 of the Public Officials Election and Recall Act, restoring eligibility to run for office to people serving suspended sentences or sentences that can be commuted to community service, while barring those convicted of violating the Fraud Crime Hazard Prevention Act.
Taylor Swift elected to Songwriters Hall of Fame, setting record as youngest woman
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Taylor Swift was elected to the Songwriters Hall of Fame at age 36, becoming its youngest female inductee. She was recognized for a career spanning more than 20 years, 12 albums and 14 Grammy Awards.
Yushan Financial Holding completes board re-election at shareholders meeting; Mercuries Life Insurance's Hsu Jing-hsin elected new director
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Yushan Financial Holding completed its board re-election at its annual shareholders meeting, with Mercuries Life Insurance Vice Chair Hsu Jing-hsin elected as a new director. Yushan Financial Holding is pursuing a consensual merger with 三商美邦人壽 to bolster its life insurance business, aiming to become one of Taiwan's top 5 financial holding companies, with assets expected to exceed NT$6 trillion.
Day 104 of the Middle East war》Trump says deal to be signed; Iran rejects claim—latest developments
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U.S. President Trump said a U.S.-Iran agreement was about to be signed, but Iran's Foreign Ministry dismissed the claim as “pure speculation.” Meanwhile, Iranian airstrikes on Kuwait damaged airport radar, and Israel continued airstrikes in southern Lebanon. International oil prices fell amid expectations that the war could end.
New Taiwan dollar falls 3.4 cents at midday, provisionally closing at 31.665
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The New Taiwan dollar provisionally closed at 31.665 per U.S. dollar at noon on June 12 in the Taipei foreign exchange market, depreciating 3.4 cents. Trading volume totaled US$1.252 billion.
Hung Chia-en faces high-intensity test at Yushan Cup; considering whether to enter draft amid concerns about awareness
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Kinmen County high school baseball ace pitcher Hung Chia-en felt the gap in ability during the high-intensity Yushan Cup competition and is considering whether to enter the CPBL draft. Head coach Huang Kuo-wei said he hoped the tournament would test Hung's progress. Hung said he had recognized his shortcomings and would use them as motivation to improve.
Forestry agency seeks to revive bamboo industry, viewing it as an important green strategic resource for net zero
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taiwan's Forestry and Nature Conservation Agency (FNA) is positioning fast-growing, renewable bamboo as an important strategic resource in pursuit of the 2050 net-zero goal, and aims to revive the declining bamboo industry by holding the “2026 Taiwan Bamboo Expo.” Director-General Lin Hua-ching discussed bamboo's diverse applications and the challenges of revitalizing the industry.
Heavy rain advisory: Local downpours in areas south of Hsinchu, Yilan and mountainous areas of Hualien
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Central Weather Administration issued a heavy rain advisory. A front is bringing localized heavy rain or torrential rain to Kaohsiung City and Pingtung County, and localized heavy rain to areas south of Hsinchu, Yilan and mountainous areas of Hualien. The public was urged to stay safe.
Canada to play at home at World Cup; Marsch hopes to lead team to its first-ever win
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Canada coach Jesse Marsch spoke of his determination to secure the team's first-ever win ahead of the opening match of the 2026 World Cup on home soil. Star player Davies will miss the match due to injury.
Weather disrupts plans ahead of opening match; Toronto World Cup Fan Festival called off
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
On the eve of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico, Toronto canceled its planned FIFA Fan Festival due to the risk of lightning, angering fans. The incident highlights the disruption extreme weather can cause to major sporting events and the challenges host cities face in preparing.
Civic groups issue street vision report with 5 demands, call for stronger pedestrian rights
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Several civic groups in Taiwan released a “Street Vision Report” on June 12, putting forward 5 demands, including enacting a dual-zero traffic self-governance ordinance and improving accessibility on sidewalks and covered walkways. They called on the government to make safe mobility and the net-zero transition central to governance in order to strengthen pedestrian rights.
Foreign Ministry: Taiwan's diplomatic ties with Eswatini are strong; cooperation will continue
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Foreign Ministry, responding to reports that U.S. economist Jeffrey Sachs had urged Taiwan's ally Eswatini to establish diplomatic relations with China, said his comments were his personal opinion and stressed that Taiwan-Eswatini relations are strong.
Fubon Financial shareholders approve cash dividend of 4.25 per share; Tsai Ming-hsing says it leads the financial holding sector
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
富邦金控 shareholders approved a cash dividend of 4.25 per share at its 115 annual shareholders meeting, a record high for the financial holding sector. Chairman Tsai Ming-hsing said net profit after tax last year reached NT$120.94 billion, with EPS of 8.37, making it the sector's profit leader for 17 consecutive years.
Control Yuan members: Huatan Township chief Ku Sheng-min indicted for workplace bullying and corruption; impeached under law
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Control Yuan impeached Ku Sheng-min, chief of Huatan Township in Changhua County, after he was indicted for workplace bullying and corruption. Control Yuan members stressed that the impeachment was conducted in accordance with the law and rejected claims that the township office was engaging in political maneuvering.
Wanhua, Taipei tenant who killed sublandlord gets final 19-year sentence
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Chen Chin-tsai, a 68-year-old tenant in Taipei's Wanhua District, killed his 78-year-old sublandlord, a man surnamed Yen, by striking him at least 297 times with scissors and a kitchen knife in a debt dispute. The Supreme Court rejected his appeal, making his 19-year prison sentence final.
Chiang Wan-an calls for rejection of Control Yuan nominees; DPP says it's obstruction for obstruction's sake
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an urged the Legislative Yuan to reject the list of Control Yuan nominees put forward by President Lai Ching-te and called for the Control Yuan to be abolished through constitutional amendments. DPP legislative caucus whip Tsai Chi-chang criticized the move as opposition for opposition's sake and obstruction for obstruction's sake, saying that if the KMT truly wants to abolish the Control Yuan, it should pursue constitutional amendments rather than political infighting.
Yoon Suk Yeol sentenced to 30 years over martial-law drone operation; court says it was for personal ends
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was sentenced to 30 years in prison for crimes including aiding the enemy, after directing a drone operation in Pyongyang to fabricate a justification for emergency martial law. The court found that the operation was conducted for personal ends unrelated to national security.
華城: Transformer orders on hand for AIDC exceed NT$20 billion
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
華城 General Manager Hsu Yi-te said the company's overall order visibility extends to 2029. Orders on hand for AIDC (artificial intelligence data centers) exceed NT$20 billion, and AIDC is expected to account for more than 15% of revenue this year.
Taiwan Tigerair flight to Hokkaido reports cockpit smoke, makes emergency landing at New Chitose Airport
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Flight 234 of 台湾虎航（Tigerair Taiwan） reported smoke in the cockpit while landing at New Chitose Airport on the morning of the 12th and made an emergency landing. No one was injured.
Weather agency issues heavy rain advisory; Kaohsiung, Pingtung and Tainan urged to watch for localized downpours
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
中央氣象署 issued a heavy rain advisory. A front is bringing localized heavy rain or torrential rain to Kaohsiung and Pingtung, and localized heavy rain to Tainan. The public was urged to stay safe.
Thailand's Princess Chulabhorn dies; legal expertise and charitable work left deep impression
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Thailand's Princess Bajrakitiyabha died at the age of 47. A legal expert, she served as a prosecutor and diplomat, founded the Inspire Project to support women prisoners, and contributed to the creation of the UN Bangkok Rules. She was also widely known for her charitable work.
Steel association: Hasty passage of Air Pollution Control Act amendments could disrupt industry operations
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The Taiwan Steel and Iron Industries Association warned that hasty passage of amendments to the Air Pollution Control Act could cause confusion over central and local government authority, fragment energy policy and destabilize electricity supply. It voiced concern about the impact on industry and called for careful deliberation.
Man who drove after using zombie vape causing 1 death and 4 injuries gets final 12-year, 7-month sentence
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Peng Po-chao drove after using multiple drugs, including etomidate zombie vape, and caused a crash while driving against traffic in Hsinchu City, leaving 1 dead and 4 injured. The Supreme Court rejected his appeal, making his 12-year, 7-month prison sentence final.
81-year-old man develops acute kidney failure after going 2 days without water; doctor warns fatal arrhythmia is possible
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
An 81-year-old man in Taichung developed acute kidney failure and hyperkalemia after going 2 days without food or water, but recovered after emergency treatment. A doctor urged people to monitor older adults' food and water intake.
Enjoying lychees and air conditioning in midsummer? Doctor warns the combination can trigger nosebleeds
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
Chinese medicine practitioner Lai Rui-hsin said the large temperature gap between indoors and outdoors in summer, combined with excessive consumption of warming fruits such as lychees and longans, can easily cause nosebleeds. She recommended drinking plenty of water, having cooling foods such as unsweetened mung bean soup, and using the proper posture to stop a nosebleed.
President Lai nominates Control Yuan members; KMT: We will conduct a rigorous review as part of our duty
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
President Lai Ching-te nominated members of the Control Yuan. KMT caucus whip Fu Kun-chi said they would conduct a rigorous review and handle the matter in accordance with the law. Some KMT lawmakers and Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an have proposed abolishing the Control Yuan, and Fu said he respected the views of caucus members.
Taiwan stocks post their 2nd-biggest intraday gain on record; Union Securities experiences system glitch in the morning
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Taiwan stocks recorded their 2nd-largest gain ever, while a system failure at 聯邦證券 (Union Securities) forced investors to use other ways to place orders.
Taoyuan man driving under the influence of drugs refuses police stop, kills 2 pedestrians; dies of serious injuries
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A 30-year-old man surnamed Chang in Taoyuan City, driving under the influence of drugs, refused to stop for police and struck and killed 2 pedestrians. He also died of serious injuries.
Control Yuan investigation into foreign students' internships finds cases of passports still being withheld
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A Control Yuan investigation found that the “6+6” internship program for foreign students, launched by the Taiwan government to address labor shortages in the tourism industry, still has problems despite revisions to its guidelines to protect participants' rights. These include no requirement for social insurance coverage, passports being withheld, and recruitment agencies charging fees. The Control Yuan urged the Executive Yuan to improve the system.
Wataru Endo withdraws from World Cup due to injury; Ko Itakura to take over as Japan captain
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The 日本足球協會 announced that captain Wataru Endo will withdraw from the 2026 World Cup because his recovery after surgery for a torn ligament in his left foot has not gone as expected. Shuto Machino will replace him, and Ko Itakura will take over as captain.
The Ministry of Education is lowering the teacher-student ratio at preschools from 1:15 to 1:12. At present, 99% of public preschools have met the target. Quasi-public preschools must do so before the 115 academic year or could face contract termination.
Tianyi Financial accused of illegally raising more than NT$3 billion; head faces 12-year sentence request
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
The head of 天逸財金公司, a man surnamed Wen, is suspected of illegally raising more than NT$3 billion through a principal-protected, high-interest scheme. The Taipei District Prosecutors Office indicted 11 people on charges including violations of the Banking Act and sought a 12-year sentence for Wen.
Jialulan courtyard gathering set for the 13th, featuring tribal stories and pottery performance
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The Taitung County Government's “Art Comes to My Home” courtyard gathering will hold its first event of the year on the 13th at Hani Art Studio in Jialulan, Taitung City. The event will bring together tribal stories and pottery performances, inviting the public to experience local culture and the power of integrating art into everyday life.
Man accused of drug-impaired driving that injured police officer appeals detention denial; Changhua court orders detention
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
A man surnamed Shih in Changhua County, accused of driving under the influence of drugs and injuring a police officer, was initially denied detention at the request of the Changhua District Prosecutors Office. Prosecutors appealed, and the Taichung High Court overturned the original ruling. After rehearing the detention request, the Changhua District Court ordered preventive detention.
Wu Tung-liang: AI momentum is strong; Taiwan economy could grow by more than 10% this year
Published ・ Source Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
台新新光金 Chairman Wu Tung-liang said strong AI momentum has led him to expect Taiwan's economy to grow by more than 10% this year, with capital markets remaining active. The company posted EPS of 1.91 yuan last year and expects to distribute a 1.1-yuan dividend. Its after-tax net profit in the first quarter rose 345% year on year to a record high.
Shohei Ohtani hits his 13th homer of the season, but exits early with left knee inflammation
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Shohei Ohtani hit his 13th home run of the season in the Dodgers' game against the Pirates, but left early in the top of the 7th inning with inflammation in his left knee. Dodgers starting pitcher Robleski also left the game with an injury.
Economic and industry advisory council meets for the first time; Hsu Sheng-hsiung says ample power will reassure investors
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The Ministry of Economic Affairs held its first Economic and Industry Development Advisory Council meeting. Hsu Sheng-hsiung, honorary chairman of the Chinese National Federation of Industries, said an adequate power supply is crucial to Taiwan's development of AI data centers. The government's commitment to avoiding power shortages before 2034 will help stabilize the investment environment.