https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.htmlOne place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 130 items from 1 source; Japan, 28 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.en https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966846https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966846Sat, 13 Jun 2026 00:34:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA female cleaning crew chief surnamed Tsao with the 屏東縣來義鄉公所 allegedly struck a cyclist on the evening of the 11th and fled the scene, resulting in the cyclist’s death. Police found no evidence of drunk or drug-impaired driving and are investigating the case on suspicion of hit-and-run. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966843https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966843Sat, 13 Jun 2026 00:15:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 2026 World Cup has sparked a wave of AI predictions. AI systems in Europe and the United States mostly favor Spain and France, while Chinese AI favors Argentina. The University of Munich is also using the event to test AI’s decision-making abilities when handling dynamic information. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966844https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966844Sat, 13 Jun 2026 00:14:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA國泰人壽 announced its new board and supervisor lineup, including Tsai Hong-tu’s younger son, Tsai Tsung-hsien. Some incumbent directors and independent directors are stepping down, reducing the number of independent director seats to 2. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966845https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966845Sat, 13 Jun 2026 00:13:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’s Liang En-shuo and Japan’s Shuko Aoyama advanced through the semifinals at the Libéma Open to reach the women’s doubles final. Liang is one win away from her first WTA Tour title. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966840https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966840Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:55:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA領航猿在PLG冠軍賽第4戰以84比77擊敗勇士，系列賽扳成2平。外籍生丁恩迪與本土球員盧峻翔聯手發威成為致勝關鍵。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966842https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966842Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:52:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAU.S. President Trump publicly denied the terms of a U.S.-Iran deal reported by Iranian state media, saying they had nothing to do with the written agreement. In a post on his social media platform Truth Social, he said Iran’s account and claims that a deal had been reached were both untrue. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966841https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966841Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:52:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAData released by 中國人民銀行 show that aggregate social financing grew at a record-low pace in the first 5 months, while mortgage growth plunged. The trend reflects the cautious approach of households and businesses, which would rather save and repay debts than invest amid weak domestic demand and sluggish consumption. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966838https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966838Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:39:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAVice President Hsiao Bi-khim met with an IFLRY delegation, calling on democracies worldwide to unite against the threat of authoritarianism. She also outlined Taiwan’s efforts and resolve to build whole-of-society defense resilience. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966839https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966839Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:33:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA民進黨蘇巧慧與沈伯洋合體倡議雙北政策串聯共好。國民黨李四川則提區段徵收與建廠房政策，並規劃AI科技廊帶以留住新北產業。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966836https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966836Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:23:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAVice President Hsiao Bi-khim met with a delegation from 法國國民議會 and thanked France for supporting freedom of navigation in the Taiwan Strait through legislation. Both sides expressed hope for closer cooperation in AI, space technology and trusted supply chains. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966837https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966837Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:21:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFoam was reportedly flowing into the Dingnei drainage channel in the Keelung River. Taiwan Water halted operations as a precaution and switched supply to Xinshan Reservoir; water quality and supply are currently normal. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966834https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966834Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:17:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA warehouse in Kaohsiung’s Benjhou Industrial Park caught fire on the evening of the 12th. Poor management led to heavy oil and used bulk bags catching fire, sending up thick black smoke. The Environmental Protection Bureau imposed a NT$5 million fine under the Air Pollution Control Act and ordered the facility to suspend operations. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966835https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966835Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:12:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAn expert teardown confirmed that the Trump Group’s T1 phone is essentially a slightly modified HTC U24 Pro. Although it is advertised as made in the United States, iFixit’s analysis found that the vast majority of its design, components and manufacturing come from China. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966832https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966832Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:06:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Taiwan Lotto draw No. 115061 was held, with no first-prize winner. One second-prize ticket won NT$2.65 million. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966833https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966833Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:05:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA今彩539第115143期開出，頭獎2注中獎，各得800萬元。3星彩及4星彩亦同步開獎。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966831https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966831Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:04:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe United States and Iran could sign an interim deal on reopening the Strait of Hormuz on the sidelines of the G7 summit, pending approval from Iran’s supreme leader. The news pushed crude oil prices lower. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966830https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966830Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:02:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAJapan Airlines received a stern warning from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism after two flight attendants drank alcohol before duty, delaying a flight. One supervisor tried to conceal the incident and delayed testing, and was later dismissed. The incident highlights failures in JAL’s safety management system. The company was ordered to submit preventive measures, and board members are to take pay cuts. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966829https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966829Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:57:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNANiantic is using real-world scanning data uploaded by Pokémon Go players to train an AI model. In partnership with software company Vantor, it aims to help military drones navigate in combat zones without GPS. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966827https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966827Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:55:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASK海力士 is reportedly looking to list on 那斯達克 as soon as August, hoping to attract AI investors. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966826https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966826Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:55:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Invest Taiwan Office approved expanded investments by 5 companies, totaling about NT$5.05 billion. 弘潔科技’s additional investment of NT$2.38 billion was the largest. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966828https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966828Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:52:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe TPVL held its inaugural rookie draft, with Lin Chien selected first overall by 桃園雲豹飛將. He will play alongside Italian volleyball legend Juan Torrena. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966825https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966825Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:40:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’s deputy representative to the Philippines urged the country to extend its 14-day visa-free access for Taiwanese travelers, which is set to expire at the end of June. Reciprocal visa-free measures have significantly boosted tourism between Taiwan and the Philippines. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966824https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966824Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:31:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 2026 World Cup has kicked off, and Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung called on the public to cheer for Taiwan’s allies Paraguay and Haiti. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966823https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966823Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:31:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNABritish pop art master David Hockney died in London at 88, ending a distinguished artistic career spanning 70 years. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966822https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966822Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:23:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA高雄市岡山本洲工業區12日晚間發生火警，消防局出動86人搶救，無人傷亡。環保局預估空污將影響岡山等三區域。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966821https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966821Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:06:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA 44-year-old man in New Taipei City drove after using ketamine and, while in a daze, crashed into a roadside utility pole. No one was injured, but police arrested him and referred him for prosecution on suspicion of endangering public safety. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966820https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966820Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:02:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNARenowned violinist Ray Chen returned to Taiwan for a sold-out recital and shared new AI features on his music technology startup Tonic’s platform. He said AI could expand the classical music market. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966818https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966818Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:51:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAJapan’s 國土交通省 approved a new policy requiring the number of toilet stalls in women’s restrooms to be equal to or greater than the total in men’s restrooms, in a bid to address queues. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966819https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966819Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:49:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe United States and Iran could sign a peace memorandum in Geneva as soon as the 14th, ending the Persian Gulf war. It is expected to be signed by U.S. Vice President Vance and Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, and would cover sanctions relief, the unfreezing of assets and a full ceasefire. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966817https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966817Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:48:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA今彩539第115143期開獎，中獎號碼為06、18、29、08、31。3星彩為636，4星彩為6460。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966816https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966816Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:37:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNABezos believes AI will bring a golden age rather than a wave of unemployment. He is personally leading a new AI lab, “Prometheus,” to drive transformation in manufacturing and engineering. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966813https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966813Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:37:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Taiwan Lotto draw No. 115061 was held on the evening of the 12th. The winning numbers were 16, 49, 20, 34, 06 and 01, with 03 as the bonus number. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966814https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966814Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:36:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA偉訓 announced the liquidation of its 2 investment-holding subsidiaries, KPY and TVL, to simplify the group’s investment structure, saying the move would have no significant impact on overall operations or shareholder interests. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966815https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966815Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:33:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA民進黨指控藍白聯手推動的《選罷法》與《刑事訴訟法》修正是為特定人士解套的「因人設事」行為，破壞法治。藍白則主張修法合憲，旨在保障人民參政權。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966811https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966811Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:30:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe National Development Council held a signing ceremony for letters of intent for the Business Investment in the United States Financing Guarantee Mechanism. The initial dedicated fund totals US$1.375 billion, with 15 banks participating to provide financial support to Taiwanese businesses investing in the United States. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966812https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966812Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:29:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAHong Kongers in Taiwan and civic groups marked the 7th anniversary of the anti-extradition protests at Liberty Square, stressing the importance of preserving memories to guard against threats from the Chinese Communist Party. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966810https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966810Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:24:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe shareholders’ meeting of 元大金控 approved a share-conversion deal for its 100% acquisition of 元大投信. A lawyer representing minority shareholders raised 3 concerns, including an unfair share-swap ratio, and called on 金管會 to conduct a substantive review. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966809https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966809Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:16:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 財政部 is proposing a legislative amendment to raise the tax exemption for minor children by 50%, with the change potentially applying to tax filings next year. 立法院 will review next week a draft amendment to the Income Tax Act that includes 28 proposals from across party lines. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966808https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966808Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:15:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’s Tourism Administration held a Taiwan travel fair in Manila to promote 4 major themes, including food and culture. More than 210,000 visitors from the Philippines traveled to Taiwan in the first quarter of 2026, and the annual total is expected to exceed 700,000, a record high. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966807https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966807Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:06:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Diannei section of the Keelung River is suspected of foam pollution, but water quality tests have shown no abnormalities so far. The city government has temporarily halted water intake and switched to supply from Xinshan Reservoir. Residents’ water supply is unaffected as authorities trace the source of the pollution. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966806https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966806Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:06:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIncidents involving tear gas harming people have been reported frequently across Japan recently, including a deliberate spraying at a Sapporo subway station, an intentional attack at a Nagoya shopping mall, and a schoolchild accidentally setting off a canister in Hyogo Prefecture. Dozens of people suffered discomfort and were taken to hospital, prompting public concern about the safety of self-defense products. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966805https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966805Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:00:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台新新光金控 is considering joining the CPBL as its 7th team. 彭政閔, manager of 中信兄弟, welcomed the prospect, saying it could help improve the professional baseball environment. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966804https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966804Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:56:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAmid sharp swings in Taiwan stocks, the Taiwan Stock Exchange announced major settlement defaults involving 新日興 and 欣興, totaling NT$58.274 million. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966802https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966802Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:55:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 58th congress of the International Federation of Liberal Youth was held for the first time in New Taipei City, Taiwan, co-hosted by the Democratic Progressive Party and other organizations. The congress focused on Taiwan and Ukraine’s experiences resisting authoritarianism, with more than 130 young people from various countries taking part, a record high. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966803https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966803Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:48:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA trainee from the 66th class of the Judicial Academy, surnamed Cheng, sparked controversy over alleged misuse of public resources after posting on the internal 法官論壇 following a loss in a personal lawsuit. The academy has summoned the trainee again and ordered that there be no repeat, while also investigating past legal advertisements posted on websites and other improper litigation conduct. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966800https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966800Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:47:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAChina confirmed it had detained U.S. citizen and Myanmar political researcher Min Zin on suspicion of espionage ahead of Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing’s visit to China. Min Zin founded a think tank specializing in China’s influence in Myanmar and was reportedly arrested at Kunming airport. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966801https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966801Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:46:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAfter days of heavy rain, losses to agriculture and private facilities across Taiwan totaled NT$15.71 million as of 5 p.m. on the 12th, according to the 農業部. First-crop rice suffered the heaviest damage, with Pingtung County hardest hit. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966797https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966797Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:43:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASemiconductor testing equipment maker 旺矽 reported a settlement default of NT$12.07 million, according to an announcement by the Taipei Exchange. It is the 9th case this year to meet the disclosure threshold, signaling rising credit risk in individual stocks. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966799https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966799Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:42:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA Control Yuan investigation into disputes over foreign students’ internships in the lodging sector prompted 觀光署 to clarify that without an employment relationship, labor and health insurance coverage is not available. It said it has required businesses to obtain group insurance and explain their handling of passports and agency fees. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966798https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966798Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:42:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA杏輝 Pharmaceutical signed an agreement with Japan’s Magmitt Pharmaceutical for Taiwanese agency rights to digestive system medicines and is advancing contract manufacturing of cancer drugs with 日本Daito, expanding its presence in Asian markets. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966794https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966794Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:39:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 澎湖地檢署 has called for stepped-up investigations into 5 major types of vote-buying ahead of local elections on Nov. 28. It is also holding training sessions to improve the professional skills of anti-vote-buying teams. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966795https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966795Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:37:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNARussia is building a new military base in Karelia, 175 km from the Finnish border. It could accommodate up to 15,000 troops, affecting security in the Nordic region. Finland is stepping up its vigilance. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966796https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966796Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:34:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIranian media disclosed a draft agreement between Tehran and Washington that sets a 60-day negotiation period, unfreezes US$24 billion in assets and seeks sanctions relief. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966792https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966792Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:30:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Southern Taiwan AI Smart Healthcare Expo opened in Tainan, showcasing more than 120 AI applications. Government officials hope to use the event to advance local pharmaceutical and AI supply chains and bring AI into long-term care and medical services to address labor shortages caused by an aging population. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966793https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966793Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:28:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan stocks surged more than 1,000 points on the 12th, buoyed by AI-related shares, closing at 44,169.04. Foreign investors ended their 6-session selling streak and turned to net buying of NT$28.69 billion, with major purchases of active ETFs as well as financial and airline stocks. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966791https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966791Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:25:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe southern regional forum of the 2026 National Cultural Conference was held on the 12th. Experts said technology and digital tools are creating opportunities for young people returning to their hometowns, making it not a fallback but a new way to engage in local culture. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966789https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966789Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:23:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA國民黨 Vice Chairman Chang Jung-kung led a delegation to the Strait Forum and met 周祖翼, secretary of the 福建省委, to discuss cross-strait peace and integrated development. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966790https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966790Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:18:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAActor Miao Ke-li will host the 28th 台北電影節 awards ceremony, which will take place on July 11. Well-known entertainers including Tseng Jing-hua and Vivian Hsu will present awards. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966788https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966788Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:16:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 中華職棒 game between 中信兄弟 and 味全龍 in Tianmu on the 12th was postponed because of rain and will be made up at the same venue on June 30. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966787https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966787Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:16:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA立院 passed amendments to the Election and Recall Act on third reading, easing restrictions on candidates with suspended sentences. 高虹安 urged the public not to overinterpret the amendments as being tailor-made for her. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966780https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966780Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:15:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA U.S. congressional hearing focused on U.S.-China AI competition, with lawmakers from both parties urging the United States to lead AI development. One lawmaker criticized the government for loosening export controls and allowing advanced chips to reach China, and said NVIDIA’s CEO would be invited to testify. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966781https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966781Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:14:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’s Ministry of Justice explained the notice of a draft amendment to the Civil Code’s inheritance provisions, stressing that it is a legitimate process for soliciting public input, not formal legislation. The move comes amid public interest in the issue of forced heirship shares. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966782https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966782Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:13:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan’s weather agency issued a special warning for torrential rain. Heavy rain is possible from Yunlin to Pingtung, with downpours also possible in Keelung and along the north coast. Residents in mountainous areas and low-lying regions should watch for hazards. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966783https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966783Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:12:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAReports say international crude oil prices fell about 5% during trading as optimism grew over U.S.-Iran talks leading to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and an end to the Middle East war. Brent and WTI stood at about $85.86 and $83.32, respectively. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966785https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966785Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:05:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAHualien Deputy County Magistrate 顏新章 returned to work as usual after being released on bail on suspicion of involvement in rigging school lunch bids. Prosecutors are continuing their investigation into corruption allegations. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966784https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966784Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:05:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA百合花 vocalist 奕碩 will lead the band to perform in Finland in July at the 2nd Taiwan-Finland Culture Festival and promote Taiwanese culture. Having studied in Finland, he hopes to let his bandmates experience local life and deepen cultural exchange between Taiwan and Finland. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966786https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966786Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:04:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAI demand is driving orders for Taiwan's manufacturing sector. In April, overtime hours in the electronic components, computer and electronic products, and optical products manufacturing industries all reached 47-year highs for the same month. 主計總處 therefore sharply raised its forecast for this year's economic growth to 9.64%. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966778https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966778Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:03:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA環境部 held the 10th National Environmental Education Award. Minister 彭啓明 stressed that sustainability should be experienced through all five senses and announced the outstanding awardees in 6 categories. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966777https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966777Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:03:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAMiaoli County councilor 陳品安 said hourly pay for after-school junior high teachers in the county varies from NT$455 to NT$540 depending on school size, and urged the county government to standardize it at NT$540. County Magistrate 鍾東錦 promised to consider the proposal. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966779https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966779Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:57:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNABenefiting from a bull market in Taiwan stocks, 13 listed financial holding companies reported combined profits of NT$367.393 billion in the first 5 months, up 136% year on year. 富邦金 led with EPS of NT$6.27, while several companies posted record highs for the same period. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966776https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966776Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:57:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Somaliland Representative Office in Taiwan has officially moved to the Tianmu Diplomatic Quarter, signaling solid Taiwan-Somaliland ties. The two sides will continue to deepen cooperation in multiple fields based on their shared values of democracy and freedom. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966775https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966775Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:56:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Coast Guard Administration rebutted Chinese reports on fisheries protection, saying Chinese fishing boats crossed the boundary and infringed on Taiwan's fishing rights. It also said China's so-called special operation was political maneuvering. The agency released data to demonstrate its resolve to enforce the law. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966774https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966774Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:50:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA商億-KY受惠美系客戶訂單成長，柬埔寨廠稼動率提升，占營收逾6成。因應美國可能對越南祭出反傾銷稅，公司將積極拓展歐洲市場。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966772https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966772Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:47:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA連江地檢署 visited Gaodeng and Liangdao in Matsu to brief troops stationed on the islands on preventing fraud and vote-buying. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966773https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966773Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:45:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe New Taipei City Department of Education has launched the nation's first AI admissions guidance coach, combining resources from multiple sources to help nearly 30,000 ninth-graders choose their school preferences. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966768https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966768Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:43:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe special exhibition “Tree of Life: 洪通's Art and Folk Taoist Art,” organized by 文化部's 蒙藏文化中心, opens in Taipei tomorrow and features more than 130 works. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966769https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966769Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:40:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAZhongquan Bridge in Zhongpu Township, Chiayi County, was damaged by a typhoon and closed. It has received NT$48.08 million in central government funding for reconstruction. Work began today, with completion expected next June, improving local transportation. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966770https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966770Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:39:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA元大金、王道銀行及上海商銀召開股東常會，分別通過股利分派案。元大金同時通過100%併購元大投信的股份轉換案。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966771https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966771Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:38:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA passenger entered the tracks at TRA's Kaohsiung Station this afternoon and was struck by a Tze-Chiang Limited Express train. TRA notified police and emergency services, and train operations are currently normal. The incident highlights public safety risks. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966766https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966766Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:38:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwanese archer 魏均珩 defeated South Korean 金鎮優, a 3-time Olympic champion at the Paris Games, in the round of 32 at the Archery World Cup, but lost in the round of 16 to a Tokyo Olympic gold medalist from Turkey. Taiwan won bronze in the men's team event. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966767https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966767Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:37:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAfter the United States canceled airstrikes on Iran, Taiwan stocks surged more than 1,000 points and foreign investors bought back NT$28.69 billion. The Taiwan dollar edged up 1.3 cents in a muted response, but its weekly losses extended to 2 consecutive weeks amid hot-money outflows. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966621https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966621Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:30:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA30 medical staff from multiple specialties at Taipei Veterans General Hospital rushed to save a 29-week pregnant woman who insisted on continuing her pregnancy despite bleeding from a brain tumor. Both mother and baby were ultimately safe, in a testament to medical expertise and a mother's love. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966623https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966623Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:28:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA community in Yuandun that had not been consulted over hot spring development in Miaoli County's Tai'an Township filed a lawsuit. Mediation by the Taichung High Administrative Court led to an agreement among 3 communities, resolving the legal dispute. The outcome could become a new model for building consensus with Indigenous communities. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966622https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966622Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:28:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA耿一偉, a theater adviser at Weiwuying, presented three principles of cultural exchange at the southern regional forum of the 2026 National Cultural Congress: Taiwan Can Help, “the whole family is your family,” and culture is addition, not subtraction. He stressed that culture emerges naturally in the process of resolving crises, offering important lessons for Taiwan's cultural diplomacy. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966624https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966624Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:24:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNASpaceX CEO Elon Musk attended ASML's annual technology conference and hinted at a Terafab semiconductor plant plan. Cooperation with ASML will be key. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966625https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966625Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:23:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAFormer Democratic Progressive Party secretary-general 吳乃仁 was placed in civil detention over an unpaid NT$170 million compensation payment to Taiwan Sugar. The measure can last up to 6 months, and civil negotiations will still be required after it expires. Political and corporate governance issues lie behind the case. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966626https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966626Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:21:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAU.S. President Donald Trump posted an AI video transforming himself into a Naruto-style character. Japan's Minister of State for Economic Security, 小野田紀美, told the U.S. side that permission from copyright holders is generally required. Copyright protection and international exchanges on the issue have drawn attention. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966627https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966627Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:17:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA味全龍's 張政禹 had his streak of 14 successful steals snapped when he was tagged out by his younger brother 張士綸 of 兄弟象, drawing attention. He said his base-stealing strategy has become more cautious and that coaching has helped improve his pitch selection and ability to get on base. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966628https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966628Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:10:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAOcean freight rates continue to rise, with industry players citing 3 factors supporting the market: high oil prices, port congestion and demand to stock up for the peak season. With capacity tight on U.S. West Coast and U.S. East Coast routes, a rate increase on June 15 is seen as all but certain. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966631https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966631Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:07:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台灣大車隊宣布每股配發8元現金股利，創歷史新高，同時55688即時快遞5月訂單量年增101.8%。此舉反映其多元業務與數位化轉型的成功，強化市場競爭力。 https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966630https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966630Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:07:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNATaiwan's Central Election Commission will hold a hearing on an anti-fur referendum proposal to clarify whether it complies with the relevant provisions of the Referendum Act. The proposal, submitted by member of the public 張瑋辰, seeks to ban the import, production and sale of animal fur materials and products intended primarily for fur. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966629https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966629Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:07:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAAn Indonesian fisherman showed his love for Argentina's national team and Messi by painting his home blue and white and naming his 3-year-old grandson “Messi.” He also expressed hopes for the 2026 World Cup. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966632https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966632Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:04:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA car crash occurred in Hukou, Hsinchu, Taiwan. A Vietnamese migrant worker surnamed 丁 who had gone missing after overstaying ran a red light and caused the crash, then asked a man surnamed 潘 to pose as the driver. Police investigated, and both men turned themselves in and were referred for prosecution. The case highlights issues of migrant worker oversight and judicial fairness. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966633https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966633Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:03:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAHeavy rain is expected to continue in southern China for the next 1 week, with cumulative rainfall potentially reaching a record high. The China Meteorological Administration has activated a Level IV emergency response and urged vigilance against disaster risks. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966635https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966635Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:02:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAIranian state broadcaster IRIB mistakenly aired simulated footage of a nuclear explosion and said it was an editing error. The broadcast caused anxiety and confusion among viewers. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966634https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966634Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:02:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAA BBC analysis of satellite images found that more than 50 Iranian military facilities have been damaged in attacks by the United States and Israel since the US-Iran war began. Air force, navy and Revolutionary Guard bases were targeted, dealing a serious blow to Iran's military capabilities. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966636https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966636Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:01:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe Japanese government plans to submit a revision to the Imperial House Law in late June to stabilize the number of imperial family members and the succession system. The proposal addresses retaining the status of female imperial family members and allowing descendants of former imperial branches to return, making it one of the most significant imperial reforms in recent years. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966639https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966639Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:56:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThailand's Princess Bajrakitiyabha has died at 47. The country declared a 15-day mourning period and ordered flags flown at half-mast. Deep sadness has spread among the public. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966638https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966638Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:56:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNAThe 2026 Lujiazui Forum will be held in Shanghai on June 17 and 18, with major financial policy announcements and project agreements planned. Many Chinese financial authorities and international organizations will take part, aiming to strengthen global financial governance. https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966637https://ainews.idaeo.ai/180m/20260613-00/index-en.html#n966637Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:56:00 +0900Taiwan中央社 CNA台湾民众党創設者・柯文哲が竹北市長候補・邱臣遠とともに街頭活動を行い、勝利への決意を示した。藍白合の交渉は党首・黄国昌が担当。竹北市長選が争点。