# AI News 180m Report｜2026-06-20 21:00–24:00 JST

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Taiwan, 18 items from 1 source; Japan, 3 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## 36-player training roster for Asian Junior Baseball Championship announced; finals to be held at Taipei Dome

- Published: 2026-06-20T23:48:07+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202606200197.aspx
- anchor: #n1150825

New Taipei City, which secured the right to train Taiwan’s representatives, announced a 36-player training roster for the Asian Junior Baseball Championship.

## Train collision north of London leaves 1 dead and 9 still in critical condition; cause under investigation

- Published: 2026-06-20T23:23:11+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606200196.aspx
- anchor: #n1150823

Casualties reported in train collision north of London as investigation progresses.

## Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again over dissatisfaction with Israel’s attacks on Lebanon

- Published: 2026-06-20T23:19:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606200192.aspx
- anchor: #n1150824

Iran’s military decided to blockade the Strait of Hormuz in response to Israel’s attack on Lebanon. Tensions in the Middle East are rapidly worsening.

## Trump insists Meloni repeatedly asked for a photo; foreign media say it deepens diplomatic rift

- Published: 2026-06-20T23:19:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606200195.aspx
- anchor: #n1150826

Differences in claims over a photo request between the U.S. and Italian leaders brought diplomatic tensions into the open. The dispute escalated to the concrete measure of canceling a visit to the U.S.

## Fighting erupts again in the Gaza Strip as Israeli forces launch attack, leaving at least 5 dead

- Published: 2026-06-20T22:59:58+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606200193.aspx
- anchor: #n1150821

Reports say an Israeli military attack on the Gaza Strip killed 5 civilians.

## Li Rang wins Asian Championships silver in épée, becoming the 1st man in Taiwan fencing history to do so

- Published: 2026-06-20T22:45:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202606200189.aspx
- anchor: #n1150822

Taiwanese young fencer 李讓 won a silver medal at the Asian Championships and set a national record.

## Pasula puts pressure on himself to perform at the Yushan Cup; 2 hits and 3 RBIs earn him MVP

- Published: 2026-06-20T22:41:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202606200190.aspx
- anchor: #n1150820

The New Taipei City team won the Yushan Cup and secured the right to train for the Asian Junior Baseball Championship. MVP Pasula declared his intention to turn professional in the future.

## 玉山盃新北睽違4年奪冠 獲亞洲青棒錦標賽組訓權

- Published: 2026-06-20T22:37:45+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202606200188.aspx
- anchor: #n1150818

新北市が玉山盃青棒賽で4年ぶりの優勝を果たし、アジアジュニア選手権の組訓権を獲得した。

## Japan raises visa fees 5-fold; Chinese netizens complain: ‘Only targeting pig-liver-red passports’

- Published: 2026-06-20T22:28:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202606200187.aspx
- anchor: #n1150816

Japan’s 5-fold increase in visitor visa fees has sparked debate in China, seen as the main target.

## Brothers cheerleader 汶汶 attacked with a knife; team says surgery is complete and she is not in immediate danger

- Published: 2026-06-20T22:21:52+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202606200186.aspx
- anchor: #n1150817

Chinatrust Brothers cheerleader 汶汶 was injured in a knife attack by a man while filming. The team announced a ban on private activities and tighter security.

## Remarks about pineapple custard apples spark debate; Liang Wen-chieh explains his original intent

- Published: 2026-06-20T22:07:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202606200179.aspx
- anchor: #n1150815

The Mainland Affairs Council deputy chair criticized excessive dependence on China for pineapple custard apples and called for greater agricultural self-reliance through expanded domestic consumption.

## 悍將鈴木駿輔9局被敲1安 生涯首度完投完封勝

- Published: 2026-06-20T21:50:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202606200182.aspx
- anchor: #n1150813

鈴木駿輔投手が台湾プロ野球で初の完投完封勝利を達成したニュース。

## 今彩539 draw No. 115150 results

- Published: 2026-06-20T21:44:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606200181.aspx
- anchor: #n1150814

A rapid update on the results of Taiwan’s public lottery draw.

## 韓職王彥程2度遇雨暫停 投2.2局失3分逃敗

- Published: 2026-06-20T21:36:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202606200177.aspx
- anchor: #n1150812

Taiwanese professional baseball player 王彦程 started against Samsung in the Korean league. His pitching was disrupted by 2 rain delays, but a comeback win by his team meant he received no decision.

## Got goosebumps seeing his wish come true; 葉君璋: ‘Just be happy for 2 minutes’

- Published: 2026-06-20T21:31:14+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202606200175.aspx
- anchor: #n1150811

The Wei Chuan Dragons won the 2026 CPBL first-half title. Manager 葉君璋’s strategic success and broad partnerships led to community and economic events.

## 陳美鳳 cheers on 白家綺 and 吳東諺 at their wedding: ‘I’m marrying off my son’

- Published: 2026-06-20T21:00:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202606200172.aspx
- anchor: #n1150806

Actor couple 白家綺 and 吳東諺 held a large wedding reception in Taipei after 8 years of marriage.

## 2 roadside bomb attacks in northwest Pakistan leave at least 7 dead and 3 injured

- Published: 2026-06-20T20:43:03+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202606200170.aspx
- anchor: #n1150807

Reports of casualties in terrorist attacks in northwest Pakistan.

## National Highway 5 northbound could face 11 hours of congestion on the final day of the Dragon Boat Festival holiday; highway bureau urges drivers to leave before 9 a.m.

- Published: 2026-06-20T20:06:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202606200161.aspx
- anchor: #n1150809

Taiwan’s Freeway Bureau announced traffic forecasts and measures for the final day of the Dragon Boat Festival holiday.

## New ‘Izu Reversible!? 2nd Anniversary’ and ‘Ayakaki Chibi Nui’ merchandise from にじさんじ! Sales begin June 20, 2026 (Sat.) at 22:30!

- Published: 2026-06-20T22:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001538.000030865.html
- anchor: #n1150819
- Companies mentioned: にじさんじ、ANYCOLOR株式会社、コトブキヤ

Facts:
- Sales begin June 20, 2026 (Sat.) at 22:30
- The ‘Izu Reversible!? 2nd Anniversary’ merchandise lineup includes polo shirts, aurora acrylic stands, random cards, tin badges, folding fans, metal charms, sticker sets, a Lanfu guide pouch, a Lanfuu Big Circus mug and coaster, a toast-together glass mug, the Monegon plush mascot, and a ‘Good night, humans’ eye mask—for a total of 12 items!
- Plush mascots are also joining the ‘Ayakaki Chibi Nui’ lineup!

## VAZ×ツインプラネットによる11人組アイドル「α＋（アルファプラス）」初ファンミをZepp Shinjuku (TOKYO)で開催！木野稟子がリーダーに就任！新衣装・新曲披露に初ワンマンツアーも決定

- Published: 2026-06-20T21:15:04+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000928.000025517.html
- anchor: #n1150810
- Companies mentioned: VAZ、株式会社TWIN PLANET、株式会社VAZ、ツインプラネット

Facts:
- 11-member idol group
- First fan meeting on June 20 (Sat.)
- Events to be held in Aichi, Osaka and Tokyo from October to November
- Front-area ticket: 7,000 yen
- General admission ticket: 3,000 yen
- Camera ticket: 4,500 yen
- Women-only area ticket: 2,500 yen
- Front-area ticket: 7,500 yen
- General admission ticket: ¥3,500
- Camera ticket: 5,000 yen
- Women-only area ticket: 3,000 yen
- For 1,000 yen, you can get priority entry and take part in the special event.

## Report on the Ave Mujica LIVE TOUR 2026 ‘Exitus’ -FINAL-

- Published: 2026-06-20T21:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000009575.000014827.html
- anchor: #n1150808
- Companies mentioned: Ave Mujica、株式会社ブシロードミュージック、BanG Dream!

Facts:
- Price: 9,900 yen (tax included)
- Price: ¥5,500 (tax included)
- Limited-quantity deluxe edition: 15,400 yen (tax included)
- Limited-production edition with Blu-ray: 9,900 yen (tax included)
- Standard edition: 3,850 yen (tax included)