# AI News 180m Report｜2026-07-05 09:00–12:00 JST

One place for news and notices from 2 countries/regions: Japan, 46 items from 1 source; Taiwan, 35 items from 1 source.One edition every 180 minutes: every item from every source received in the period, with the original link.

## Why are people drawn to giant deep-sea squid?—Turning a fascination with the unknown into steampunk art.

- Published: 2026-07-05T11:23:10+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000038.000183978.html
- anchor: #n1327036

BLDB has unveiled a 3D metal puzzle featuring a giant deep-sea squid designed in a steampunk style. It is attracting attention as an intellectual DIY product that gives form to a fascination with the unknown.

## Making waves on the YouTube show “Kimura-san!”: The behind-the-camera miracle, 20 years in the making, sparked by Okinawa’s Mozu Kim, named 20 years ago out of admiration for “that star.” A commemorative “Mozu Kim & Mozuku” set, which the star bought with his own money, is also on sale.

- Published: 2026-07-05T11:10:49+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000005.000152744.html
- anchor: #n1327032

Okinawa’s Mozu Kim won high praise from Takuya Kimura on a YouTube show, drawing attention to the story behind its name, 20 years in the making. A commemorative set is now on sale.

## スカイマーク2026年7月臨時便の運航決定に伴い、公式ダイナミックパッケージ「たす旅」で対象便を同時発売開始!〜羽田=福岡、羽田=那覇の夏の旅行・帰省がさらにお得で便利に〜

- Published: 2026-07-05T11:05:22+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000171.000151514.html
- anchor: #n1327033
- Companies mentioned: スカイマーク

スカイパックツアーズが、スカイマークの2026年7月臨時便に連動し「たす旅」で即時販売開始。夏の旅行需要に対応し、利便性と割引価格を提供。

## Yoitoki, a dating app for the AI era, launches street interview project

- Published: 2026-07-05T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000094.000175846.html
- anchor: #n1327024
- Companies mentioned: 明治安田総合研究所、イプソス株式会社

Yoitoki, an AI-powered dating app operated by OLA PARTY JAPAN, will begin street interviews in June 2026. It will gather real-world views on romance and use them to improve its service.

## Coach who supported business leader Ryusei Kuwata, known from “Reiwa no Tora,” for 10 years to speak at business networking event on July 24 (Friday) at Sanbo BAR Shinjuku

- Published: 2026-07-05T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000096.000016218.html
- anchor: #n1327023
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社経営参謀、VEGA INNOVATION株式会社、株式会社組織の左腕、株式会社CLI、ニュージェネレーショングループ、サイバーエージェント

A business networking event featuring Yudai Minami, who supported business leader Ryusei Kuwata, known from “Reiwa no Tora,” for 10 years, will be held on July 24. It will offer an opportunity for practical coaching and networking.

## 【Odawara City・July】Bulk pickup of fishing gear, fishing equipment and marine leisure items from storage sheds and barns｜Also handles fishing rod disposal in Odawara City; discounts of up to ¥1,000｜Marutto Honpo Junk Removal

- Published: 2026-07-05T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000321.000163141.html
- anchor: #n1327022

Marutto Honpo is running a July campaign in Odawara City only, offering bulk pickup of fishing gear, fishing equipment and marine leisure items. A ¥1,000 discount helps residents clear out storage sheds and barns.

## 【Online Japanese Courses】Announcing the June 2026 instructor rankings! Find the Japanese teacher who suits you best! / Native Camp Japanese announces its June 2026 instructor rankings!

- Published: 2026-07-05T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000340.000154920.html
- anchor: #n1327021

Native Camp Japanese has announced its June 2026 instructor rankings. Top instructors are highlighted based on 3 metrics: ratings, number of bookings and number of lessons. New registrants can also receive benefits through an extended free trial.

## 【Reopening】Anytime Fitness Kameido location (Koto Ward, Tokyo) on Sunday, July 5, 2026 ＜A 24-hour fitness gym open year-round＞

- Published: 2026-07-05T11:00:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000377.000134689.html
- anchor: #n1327020
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Fast Fitness Japan

Anytime Fitness Kameido will reopen on July 5, 2026. As a 24-hour gym open year-round, it is strengthening its support for the health of local residents.

## TMS Partner marriage agency waives enrollment fees! Summer Start Campaign!

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:44:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000319.000010090.html
- anchor: #n1327010
- Companies mentioned: mybest、日本健康管理株式会社

TMS Partner will run an early-summer campaign in July 2026 waiving enrollment fees. It aims to improve matchmaking outcomes by setting itself apart with AI matching and dedicated support.

## ¥199,000: The ultimate TKG. We’re running our popular campaign to eliminate illegal mopeds, launched alongside the special-price 3rd presale of ENNE ZERO!

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:40:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000253.000078121.html
- anchor: #n1327011
- Companies mentioned: Panasonic

ENNE will begin the 3rd presale of its specified small motorized bicycle, ENNE ZERO, in July 2026. The 14-inch model is priced at ¥199,000 (excluding tax), with discounts for people scrapping illegal mopeds. A 2-year warranty is included as standard even after purchase.

## “At this rate, fishing may no longer be possible 100 years from now”: managed fishing facility to hold its first climate change event for anglers on July 26

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:31:00+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000001.000184833.html
- anchor: #n1327012
- Companies mentioned: Forward to 1985 energy life、斎藤建設、古谷農産、東日本三菱自動車販売株式会社、栃木県地球温暖化防止活動推進センター

Kingfisher, a managed fishing facility, will hold CAST FOR THE FUTURE, an interactive event to raise awareness of climate change, on July 26, 2026. The event aims to help sustain fishing culture by making environmental action fun to learn about.

## 【Important Notice】Regarding sponsor descriptions for the YouTube show HOSTCALL (Host Call)

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:30:52+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000030.000142388.html
- anchor: #n1327013

The company announced that it is not a sponsor of the YouTube show HOSTCALL. It has requested the removal of descriptions that contradict the facts and is also considering legal action.

## 【5-minute walk from Azabu-Juban Station】Storage facility Spelabo Azabu-Juban to open on August 1, 2026!

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000780.000062166.html
- anchor: #n1327014
- Companies mentioned: UKCorporation、アユカワTV

Storage facility Spelabo will open a new location in Azabu-Juban on August 1, 2026. It offers contact-free access and use from as little as 1 hour, serving both individuals and businesses.

## 【2026年7月18日】結婚相談所開業・副業を検討の方向けオンラインセミナー【ママ婚活カウンセラーの1日を大公開】

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:26:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000318.000010090.html
- anchor: #n1327004
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社TMS、日本健康管理株式会社

An online seminar for people considering opening a marriage agency will be held on July 18, 2026. The speaker, Counselor Sasaki, works in Hyogo Prefecture and will share a case study of starting a business with no prior experience.

## 【Starting at 19:00 on Tuesday, August 4】“Golf × Business” is an emerging networking trend—Shibuya event for business professionals who love golf!

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000403.000061977.html
- anchor: #n1327006
- Companies mentioned: KOBUSHI MARKETING、and GOLF、渋谷未来デザイン、Kubotech

KOBUSHI MARKETING and Natsuhiko Kubota will hold a networking event in Shibuya on August 4, 2026, for business professionals who love golf. The event aims to build connections through a shared hobby and is expected to create business opportunities.

## At a hot-spring inn overlooking one of Hokuriku’s most beautiful gorges, savor seasonal fish from the Sea of Japan, delivered straight from Hashidate Fishing Port ☆ Enjoy 7 varieties of fresh sashimi and free-flow drinks, including local sake ♪

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:20:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001037.000024632.html
- anchor: #n1327005

Kagari Kisshotei will offer a 2026 summer accommodation package featuring fresh seasonal fish delivered straight from Hashidate Fishing Port. The package includes free-flow drinks, and a summer-only festival event will also be held, with the offering expected to boost tourism demand.

## 【July 25】Okinawa Music Festival — A special performance in cooperation with the Shinjuku Eisa Festival — Tickets on sale now and selling well!

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000029.000146578.html
- anchor: #n1326987
- Companies mentioned: 公益財団法人新宿未来創造財団

The Okinawa Music Festival will be held at Shinjuku Cultural Center on July 25, 2026, featuring Misako Koja, Cocco and others. Tickets are selling well, and the event aims to promote local culture.

## 【8月9日10:30～/13日22:00～お盆特別無料ウェビナー】なぜ中小企業は大手企業に選ばれないのか？ “紹介営業×ナラティブ戦略”でエンタープライズ攻略法を公開！

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:10:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000393.000061977.html
- anchor: #n1326986
- Companies mentioned: スマートソーシャル株式会社、リクルート、オリコングループ、サイバード、avex、docomo

KOBUSHI MARKETING and Smart Social will hold a free online seminar in August 2026 on winning enterprise clients. Focusing on trust-building and narrative strategy, it aims to support sales at small and medium-sized businesses.

## Filed 3 administrative appeals with the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare at once (the 16th, 17th and 18th in total), challenging the April 22 decision to withhold information on the grounds that “there is no fact that puberulic acid was made public”

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:00:15+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000034.000182444.html
- anchor: #n1326988
- Companies mentioned: 消費者庁、国立医薬品食品衛生研究所、大阪市保健所

Kunsei Club has jointly filed an administrative appeal over the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare’s decision that documents concerning “puberulic acid” do not exist. The move marks an important step in demanding government accountability.

## “Sensuality runs wild”: Actor Zenichi Hashimoto’s apparel brand Z-1 to hold POPUP!

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000118164.html
- anchor: #n1327001

Apparel brand Z-1, created by actor Zenichi Hashimoto, will hold a pop-up starting July 4, with sales beginning July 5. Its classic style for mature adults is drawing attention.

## 【法人調査】決算公告15.8万社の2割が債務超過 ──コロナ禍から黒字転換4割・赤字継続6割を業種別に追う

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000009.000165558.html
- anchor: #n1327000

Compalyze analyzed financial disclosures from approximately 158,000 companies nationwide and found that 20% were insolvent. Differences by industry and years since establishment were pronounced, with recovery also varying by sector.

## [Official licensed goods of the 20th Asian Games]

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000174790.html
- anchor: #n1326999

An instant miso soup featuring designs of Nagoya Castle and the golden shachi will go on sale on July 5, 2026, as an officially licensed product for the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya. The special product combines local symbols with the Games’ mascot and will be offered in Japan and overseas as a souvenir or commemorative item.

## Come stay in Hakodate! Applications open for Guttori hometown tax travel coupons!

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000075.000180015.html
- anchor: #n1326998
- Companies mentioned: 日本航空、FDA、スカイマーク、peach、SpringJapan

Nihon Kuyu’s Guttori has begun accepting applications for hometown tax travel coupons for Hakodate City. It offers accommodation coupons to donors and supports local tourism.

## In the AI era, choosing a date spot with a dating app is also becoming a way to “check compatibility”

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000093.000175846.html
- anchor: #n1326997
- Companies mentioned: 帝国データバンク、Reuters

Yoitoki uses AI to introduce a new feature that helps users align expectations before a first date. It suggests date spots suited to the relationship and supports serious dating and marriage-seeking.

## Tickets for “ScrumTime PARTY2026” go on sale through SportsBank

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000131.000133067.html
- anchor: #n1326996
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社Asian Bridge

SportsBank has begun selling tickets for “ScrumTime PARTY2026,” a major event bringing together top rugby players, as fan experiences become increasingly digital.

## QQEnglish to hold free webinar on strengthening business English listening and speaking skills on July 8

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000346.000016874.html
- anchor: #n1326995
- Companies mentioned: CampusTopグループ

QQEnglish will hold a free webinar on July 8, 2026, to strengthen business English listening and speaking skills. Participants will receive a practice test worth 5,000 yen.

## 【Renta!】Exclusive early streaming begins for C＆C Revolution Inc.'s “Zero Side: The Boundary of Reason”!

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000386.000022475.html
- anchor: #n1326994
- Companies mentioned: C＆C Revolution Inc.

Renta! will begin exclusive early streaming of the Korean BL work “Zero Side: The Boundary of Reason” on July 12, 2026. The first 2 episodes will be available for free.

## “Asuka Shinsha 45th Anniversary Festival: Super-Sized Sale, Up to 70% OFF” launches!

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000449.000052297.html
- anchor: #n1326993
- Companies mentioned: Kindle、honto、U-NEXT、コミックシーモア、LINEマンガ、ebookjapan、ブックライブ、DMM.com、BOOK☆WALKER、紀伊國屋kinoppy、GooglePlayブックス、Reader Store、dブック、Amebaマンガ、dアニメストア

To celebrate its 45th anniversary, Asuka Shinsha will hold a sale in July 2026 offering up to 70% OFF e-books. Business and practical books are included, creating a great opportunity for readers.

## 【Amazon Prime Day 2026】moophem's summer daily essentials are effectively up to 50% OFF. Seamless bras and washable slippers are also included

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001058.000079792.html
- anchor: #n1326992
- Companies mentioned: Amazon

Fukuoka-based brand moophem is selling summer underwear and home items at up to an effective 50% OFF during Amazon Prime Day 2026. Its pricing strategy, tailored to seasonal consumer needs, is drawing attention.

## 【Jozankei Onsen, Sapporo: Shogetsu Grand Hotel】Notice of launch of the Jozankei Anywhere Coupon Plan.

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002035.000019483.html
- anchor: #n1326991
- Companies mentioned: 野口観光マネジメント株式会社

To mark the 160th anniversary of the opening of Jozankei Onsen, Shogetsu Grand Hotel has begun selling a lodging plan for Sapporo residents that includes 3,000 yen in usage coupons. The aim is to revitalize the community and promote tourism.

## She wrote a suicide note as an elementary school student… Sachi Fujii reveals her harrowing past and tears up at her older sister's words of support… JO1's Junki Kono, his face flushed red as he talks about his first love, and Shinnosuke Mitsushima's bittersweet long-distance romance | ABEMA's “CELEB SECRET” Episode 3

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000003511.000064643.html
- anchor: #n1326990

In Episode 3 of ABEMA's documentary “CELEB SECRET,” model Sachi Fujii revealed that she suffered so much as an elementary school student that she left a suicide note. She cried at her sister's words of support, deeply moving viewers.

## Final PV unveiled for the final cour of the TV anime “BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War - The Calamity”！The audio for the ED theme “Rasen,” sung by 9Lana, is finally revealed for the first time!

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004910.000013546.html
- anchor: #n1326989
- Companies mentioned: テレビ東京、集英社、dentsu、ぴえろ、Sony Music

The final PV for the TV anime “BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War - The Calamity” has been released, featuring the first preview of the ED song “Rasen” by 9Lana. The anime begins airing in July 2026, raising fans' expectations.

## Former Rakuten executive officer Masato Takahashi appointed adviser to Seven Sense Marketing Co., Ltd.

- Published: 2026-07-05T09:50:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000139917.html
- anchor: #n1326983
- Companies mentioned: 楽天株式会社、楽天グループ株式会社、株式会社リクルート、株式会社HBIP

Seven Sense Marketing has appointed former Rakuten executive Masato Takahashi as an adviser, accelerating the expansion of its business providing solutions to improve operational efficiency through AI and data use.

## Honda Super Cub Key Chain BLACK EDITION now on general sale at Amazon.co.jp! (Limited to 1000 pieces) Copy

- Published: 2026-07-05T09:35:09+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001407.000040971.html
- anchor: #n1326978
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社フェイス、Honda、Amazon.co.jp

CAMSHOP.JP has released a limited run of 1000 3D metal key rings in a BLACK EDITION design recreating Honda's “Super Cub,” available on Amazon.co.jp. The item is attracting attention as a premium gift for motorcycle fans and collectors.

## KISS OF LIFE's ending theme for the TV anime “DIGIMON BEATBREAK” gets a non-credit video release! A group shot with “Gekkomon” is also unveiled to celebrate the collaboration!

- Published: 2026-07-05T09:30:01+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000004988.000019470.html
- anchor: #n1326975
- Companies mentioned: フジテレビ、東映アニメーション、読売広告社

KISS OF LIFE performs the ending theme for the TV anime “DIGIMON BEATBREAK,” and a non-credit video has been released. A visual commemorating the collaboration has also been unveiled, drawing attention to the fusion of music and anime.

## Hone Gori Co., Ltd. launches official website for “WillMate,” a talent development platform — Full-scale rollout begins alongside its appearance at “Industrial DX Expo 2026 Summer Tokyo” at Tokyo Big Sight

- Published: 2026-07-05T09:21:35+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000049.000151815.html
- anchor: #n1326976

Hone Gori Co., Ltd. has launched the official website for its talent development platform “WillMate” and will exhibit at a trade show in July 2026. The platform supports organizational growth through structured systems.

## Breaking free from reliance on advertising. Official launch of “Coepo,” a marketing platform involving healthcare professionals that turns their conviction into sustainable sales

- Published: 2026-07-05T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000002.000144360.html
- anchor: #n1326972

Josanshi Co., Ltd. has officially launched “Coepo,” a platform that uses the voices of healthcare professionals, including midwives, in product marketing. It offers a new model that combines reduced reliance on advertising with opportunities for professionals to contribute to society.

## 【Amazon Prime Day】AI smart earbuds and smart recording device “viaim” up to 34% OFF! Special prices on essential items for today's business professionals!

- Published: 2026-07-05T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000010.000161449.html
- anchor: #n1326971
- Companies mentioned: Amazon

During Amazon Prime Day, viaim is offering up to 34% OFF its AI smart earbuds “OpenNote” and “RecDot,” as well as its AI recorder “NoteKit.” The company aims to popularize AI recording devices that help business professionals improve productivity.

## 【Free access from July 6 to 10】How have other companies responded? Sales strategies for registered support organizations are changing after restrictions on the restaurant industry

- Published: 2026-07-05T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000017.000182848.html
- anchor: #n1326970

Following the suspension of foreign worker intake in the restaurant industry, Asulever has made a sales strategy video for registered support organizations available for free. July 6–10, 2026.

## What is “Ono Murasaki GF6”? The sixth soy sauce, from Ono to the world

- Published: 2026-07-05T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000022.000029585.html
- anchor: #n1326969
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社ヤマト醤油味噌

“Ono Murasaki GF6,” a gluten-free soy sauce, has emerged from a factory established through joint investment by brewers in Ono, Ishikawa Prefecture. The project preserves tradition while taking on new markets.

## food back works to make reservations easier for organizers by highlighting venues with an 80% provisional reservation approval rate

- Published: 2026-07-05T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000031.000054688.html
- anchor: #n1326968

food back identifies venues with provisional reservation approval rates of 80% or higher, easing the burden on organizers. It is evolving as a reservation platform that delivers value to both users and restaurants.

## 【Eligible for up to 80% in benefits】Tech Mentor offers “AI-Driven Development & Requirements Definition: 6-Month Course”

- Published: 2026-07-05T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000061.000103307.html
- anchor: #n1326967

Tech Mentor launched a 6-month course in October 2025 covering AI-driven development and requirements definition. The course is certified as a specialized practical education and is eligible for benefits covering up to 80% of tuition.

## Players from esports team “REJECT”'s STREET FIGHTER division to compete in “CAPCOM Pro Tour 2026 World Warrior Japan Tournament, Round 2”

- Published: 2026-07-05T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000587.000050979.html
- anchor: #n1326966
- Companies mentioned: カプコン

Players from the STREET FIGHTER division of esports team “REJECT” will compete in the second CAPCOM Pro Tour 2026 Japan tournament. It is a crucial match as they aim to qualify for CAPCOM CUP 13.

## 【Practical mental wellness video to support isolated PR professionals】≪What does a top PR professional do to build resilience before reaching a breaking point?≫ Now available as part of a launch campaign

- Published: 2026-07-05T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000784.000033279.html
- anchor: #n1326965
- Companies mentioned: 株式会社カレー総合研究所

Takehisa Inoue of the Curry General Research Institute has released a video to help PR professionals maintain their motivation. It offers practical methods for staying resilient even when getting no media coverage, and a free coaching campaign is also underway.

## In PR, your experience itself becomes “value”! For those considering a second career, ≪【Worries about retirement in your 50s and 60s will disappear】There is a job where your past work experience can be put to its greatest use!≫ Video launch campaign now underway

- Published: 2026-07-05T09:00:02+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000785.000033279.html
- anchor: #n1326964

The Curry General Research Institute has released a PR video for “senior PR,” aimed at supporting post-retirement careers for people in their 50s and 60s. It is attracting attention as a side job that puts experience to use, and a giveaway campaign is also underway.

## Announcement: Player Nicolás Guimarães completes permanent transfer to FC町田ゼルビア (J1)

- Published: 2026-07-05T08:54:34+09:00
- Source: Japan | PR TIMES
- Original: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000006.000179199.html
- anchor: #n1326963
- Companies mentioned: FC町田ゼルビア

Ichikawa SC player Nicolas Guimarães has made a permanent move to FC町田ゼルビア (J1). The unusual step up from a regional league to the top league is a source of pride for the club and its fans.

## Institutions: Tight funding and 台積電's July 16 earnings briefing could leave Taiwan stocks range-bound

- Published: 2026-07-05T11:49:36+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202607050046.aspx
- anchor: #n1327042
- Companies mentioned: SpaceX、OpenAI、Anthropic、SK海力士、輝達、台積電

Facts:
- Market capitalization surpasses $2 trillion
- Aims to raise at least $25 billion
- Raise $25 billion
- The monthly moving average at 45,537 points is a key support level

## Chinese and Russian navies to hold joint drills in July

- Published: 2026-07-05T11:44:34+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202607050045.aspx
- anchor: #n1327043
- Companies mentioned: 中國國防部、俄羅斯

Facts:
- The Chinese and Russian navies established the regularized “Joint Sea” series of military exercises in 2012

## 43 elementary schools take part in tomorrow’s English reading program, using picture books and read-alongs to build familiarity with the language

- Published: 2026-07-05T11:42:32+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202607050044.aspx
- anchor: #n1327040
- Companies mentioned: 教育部、中央大學、國民及學前教育署、新北市二重國小、屏東縣高樹國小

Facts:
- The program has expanded to 43 elementary schools for the 114 academic year
- The 國民及學前教育署 has been doing so since the 112 academic year

## Pitcher 何樺 joins the 費城人隊, with a contract worth $800,000

- Published: 2026-07-05T11:41:30+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202607050043.aspx
- anchor: #n1327041
- Companies mentioned: 費城人隊、米馬力、球芽獎學金、聯新醫院、魔技運動、慈濟運動醫學中心

Facts:
- The contract is worth $800,000
- About NT$25.55 million

## Severe weather disrupts U.S. Independence Day celebrations; 川普 presses ahead with speech despite the rain

- Published: 2026-07-05T11:37:28+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202607050042.aspx
- anchor: #n1327038
- Companies mentioned: 川普、真實社群、白宮、自由250

Facts:
- A speech commemorating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States
- 80-year-old 川普 insists
- 川普 is expected at 11 p.m.
- A fireworks display lasting 40 minutes will be set off

## Heat wave hits Paris; 3 swimming areas along the Seine to open this summer to help people beat the heat

- Published: 2026-07-05T11:37:26+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202607050041.aspx
- anchor: #n1327039
- Companies mentioned: 艾菲爾鐵塔、營造公司、費奧倫提諾、唐坎、財政部、伯西、格勒內、瑪麗支流

Facts:
- Nearly 100,000 visits were recorded last year
- Temperatures in parts of France have soared above 40 degrees Celsius

## 世新 spirit crosses the Southern Hemisphere as Central and South American alumni association is established in São Paulo

- Published: 2026-07-05T11:29:23+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202607050040.aspx
- anchor: #n1327037
- Companies mentioned: 世新、聖保羅華僑文教服務中心、世新董事長周成虎、榮譽董事長成嘉玲、校友總會長林俊杰、虞戡平、第五屆聖保羅台灣電影展、舒夢蘭、陳皓玫、黃嘉俊、魏德聖、陳一松、聖保羅大學、聖保羅文化中心、駐聖保羅台北經濟文化辦事處、朱怡靜、聖保羅僑教中心、尤正才

Facts:
- It coincides with the school's 70th anniversary this year
- 7 films cover issues including environmental protection, ecology, health care and Indigenous peoples
- The films will screen continuously for 2 weeks starting in late August at the main theater of 聖保羅大學（USP）'s medical school and 聖保羅文化中心（CCSP）

## 泰勒絲's wedding of the century: 亞當山德勒 officiates as guests sign confidentiality agreements

- Published: 2026-07-05T11:19:21+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/amov/202607050039.aspx
- anchor: #n1327034
- Companies mentioned: 泰勒絲、凱爾西、亞當山德勒、史蒂薇尼克斯、迪奧、Christian Louboutin、卡地亞、美國廣播公司、早安美國、羅伯茲、史蒂法諾普洛、史崔翰、麥迪遜花園廣場

Facts:
- Pop superstar 泰勒絲, also 36
- More than 1,000 guests at the event were reportedly asked to sign confidentiality agreements

## 民進黨 launches youth training camp for second-generation immigrants, calling on participants to focus on public issues

- Published: 2026-07-05T11:18:19+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202607050038.aspx
- anchor: #n1327035
- Companies mentioned: 民進黨、南洋姐妹會、移民青年倡議陣線

Facts:
- Plans to recruit 36 participants
- Invites young people aged 18 to 35 to take part

## Competitive eater 徹斯納特 wins New York contest, downs 66 hot dogs in sweltering heat but falls short of record

- Published: 2026-07-05T11:08:17+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202607050037.aspx
- anchor: #n1327029
- Companies mentioned: 徹斯納特、紐約康尼島、芥末腰帶、納森著名熱狗大賽、ESPN、柏托雷蒂、須藤美紀

Facts:
- Ate 66 hot dogs
- Last year's 70.5
- The record of 76 hot dogs set in 2021
- The temperature approached 38 degrees Celsius at noon
- Downed 51 hot dogs
- Ate 38.75 hot dogs
- Set a record of 51 hot dogs in 2024

## Five highlights in Taichung's Dongshi District offer a leisurely trip through the natural scenery of a mountain town and Hakka village

- Published: 2026-07-05T11:06:15+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202607050036.aspx
- anchor: #n1327030
- Companies mentioned: 台中市政府客家事務委員會、林業及自然保育署

Facts:
- Five highlight sites in Taichung's Dongshi District

## Cabinet approves 焦國恩 as director of the Phoenix office; 吳正偉 promoted to Fiji ambassador

- Published: 2026-07-05T11:06:12+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202607050035.aspx
- anchor: #n1327031
- Companies mentioned: 台灣美國事務委員會、外交部、外交部長辦公室

Facts:
- 焦國恩, deputy secretary-general of the Taiwan-U.S. Relations Association, confirmed as the first head of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Phoenix

## Blue and white lawmakers reject motion condemning China's ethnic unity law; DPP says the public should remember

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:59:10+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202607050034.aspx
- anchor: #n1327025
- Companies mentioned: 民进党、中国共产党、中国、台湾、国民党、民众党

Facts:
- 60 KMT and TPP lawmakers

## Emerging drugs change rapidly; 法務部 strengthens source controls and early-warning mechanisms

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:57:08+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202607050033.aspx
- anchor: #n1327026
- Companies mentioned: 法務部、毒品審議委員會、行政院、台灣高等檢察署、警政署、衛福部食藥署、法務部法醫研究所

Facts:
- 9 variants of etomidate compounds
- An increase of 117%
- 3.7 times the 8,403 cases in 113
- An increase of about 11 times
- Drug-related deaths rose sharply by 22 cases
- A total of 24 cases were detected for the year
- Etomidate cases rose to 93
- About 6 tenths of all deaths related to emerging drugs
- 31 cases have been detected

## Etomidate classified as a Category 1 drug; prosecutors hope heavy sentences will cut off market supply and demand

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:56:06+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202607050032.aspx
- anchor: #n1327027
- Companies mentioned: 中央社

Facts:
- 1 kilogram of pure etomidate powder
- As many as 10,000 vape cartridges

## Cross-border supply chain for zombie vape cartridges: 調查局 works to prevent precursor chemicals from China from entering Taiwan

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:56:04+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202607050031.aspx
- anchor: #n1327028
- Companies mentioned: 調查局、法務部調查局毒品防制處、中央社

Facts:
- More than half of the cases 調查局 has uncovered so far involve smuggled finished products.
- About 55 kilograms gross weight of etomidate seized last year
- 2,150 grams of the related chemical isopropyl ester
- More than 57 kilograms in total
- 今年1月到5月就已經查獲約94公斤的依托咪酯
- Ketamine is the main Class 3 drug, accounting for 73.77%
- Cannabis is the most prevalent Class 2 drug, accounting for 61.52%
- Heroin remains by far the most prevalent Class 1 drug, accounting for 99.85%

## Tracing the source of zombie vape cartridge ingredients, 刑事局 says supplies are concentrated in India and Southeast Asia

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:55:02+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202607050030.aspx
- anchor: #n1327017
- Companies mentioned: 刑事局、中央社、警政署、海洋委員會、海巡署、調查局、法務部毒品審議委員會

Facts:
- Could be used to make about 10,000 e-cigarette cartridges
- Worth about NT$20 million on the market
- A total of 708 locations where etomidate vape cartridges were repackaged have been raided
- 429 locations raided between January and May 115

## Zombie vape cartridges are easy to conceal, hard to identify and odorless; frontline officers say they are harder to catch than drunk drivers

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:54:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202607050029.aspx
- anchor: #n1327018
- Companies mentioned: 中央社

Facts:
- Zombie vape cartridges 3

## An anesthetic turned emerging drug: 調查局 analyzes the main reasons for etomidate's spread

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:52:57+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202607050028.aspx
- anchor: #n1327019
- Companies mentioned: 法務部調查局、法務部毒品審議委員會

Facts:
- It takes just 10 seconds to suppress the entire nervous system
- It can take effect in about 10 to 60 seconds

## Rapid escalation in control status sets a precedent; etomidate becomes a new focus of drug prevention

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:51:55+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202607050027.aspx
- anchor: #n1327015
- Companies mentioned: 反毒大本營、行政院、警政署、調查局、新北市政府警察局、新北市警察局、法務部毒品審議委員會、打黑反毒指揮小組、行政院會

Facts:
- 今年截至5月底移送案件約20%與「喪屍煙彈」依托咪酯有關
- Police agencies nationwide seized a total of 849.5 kilograms
- Prevent 8.5 million drug-laced vape cartridges from reaching the market
- A total of 315 drug-driving cases were uncovered in 112
- 2,619 cases in 113
- 8,659 cases in 114
- 今年1至5月查獲6730件
- About 75% methamphetamine
- About 20% etomidate
- About 15% ketamine

## Chinese house church pastor 金明日 released and arrives in the United States

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:50:53+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acn/202607050026.aspx
- anchor: #n1327016
- Companies mentioned: 錫安教會、對華援助協會、ChinaAid

Facts:
- Its Sunday services drew as many as 5,000 people
- About 30 pastors and church members were taken away by police
- The Beihai Municipal Procuratorate in Guangxi approved the arrest of 18 pastors and church members
- They face trial and a possible sentence of up to 3 years
- 9 detained pastors and Christians were granted release on bail pending trial and left the detention center on June 18

## 7 Chinese warships and 7 government vessels approach Taiwan; military monitors

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:39:51+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aipl/202607050025.aspx
- anchor: #n1327008
- Companies mentioned: 國防部

Facts:
- 7 Chinese navy ships
- 7 government vessels

## Taiwan's mixed doubles pair 劉廣珩 and 許尹鏸 vie for title at the Canadian Open

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:36:49+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202607050024.aspx
- anchor: #n1327009
- Companies mentioned: 世界羽球联盟（BWF）、中央社

Facts:
- 世界排名第76的劉廣珩與許尹鏸
- World No. 17 Presley Smith and Jennie Gai
- The tournament’s No. 4 seeds, Japan’s world No. 39 pair Koga Akira and Saito Natsu

## Hualien high school student dies after suspected solo crash on electric scooter, hitting head on stone bollard

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:26:47+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202607050023.aspx
- anchor: #n1327007
- Companies mentioned: 花蓮某高中、壽豐鄉、豐田地區、台9線、中央社、花蓮縣、警方、救護人員、CPR、警消、民眾、路口監視器、警分局、編輯：陳仁華

Facts:
- A high school student surnamed Zhuang, about 16 years old
- He was pronounced dead after about 1 hour of resuscitation efforts

## Severe thunderstorms disrupt Trump speech; crowds evacuated from Washington’s Independence Day event

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:16:44+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202607050022.aspx
- anchor: #n1327003
- Companies mentioned: 美國特勤局、美國國家氣象局、華盛頓特區國土安全暨緊急應變署

Facts:
- An evacuation is mandatory when lightning is less than 3 miles (about 5 kilometers) away.
- About 160 million people are under extreme weather alerts.
- The heat index soared to about 41.7 degrees Celsius

## Kim Jong Un inspects weapons test aboard new vessel, orders commissioning within 2 months

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:15:42+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202607050021.aspx
- anchor: #n1327002
- Companies mentioned: 姜健號、崔賢號、北韓中央通信社

Facts:
- He ordered the relevant agencies to complete all tests on 「姜健號」 within 2 months and formally commission it into the navy.
- Plans are also in place to build a large 10,000-ton-class warship.

## 川普先後與澤倫斯基、普丁通話 討論烏克蘭局勢

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:04:40+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202607050020.aspx
- anchor: #n1326985
- Companies mentioned: 川普、澤倫斯基、普丁、北大西洋公約組織、北約、克里姆林宮、基輔、魏科夫、庫許納、莫斯科、安卡拉

Facts:
- Russia’s war against Ukraine, now in its 4th year
- The two leaders spoke for nearly 90 minutes

## 桃園深夜住宅火警1男命喪火窟 起火原因待調查

- Published: 2026-07-05T10:00:38+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/asoc/202607050019.aspx
- anchor: #n1326984
- Companies mentioned: 桃園市消防局

Facts:
- A 4-story residence
- Burns over about 90% of his body
- A 42-year-old man surnamed Lin
- 75 firefighters
- 4 volunteer firefighters
- 27 fire engines
- 4 ambulances

## 台電以AI預測太陽光電風電 48小時滾動調度穩供電

- Published: 2026-07-05T09:52:35+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/afe/202607050018.aspx
- anchor: #n1326982
- Companies mentioned: 台電、台電綜合研究所、中央氣象署、民營電廠（IPP）

Facts:
- Power generation from January to April this year was about 88.4 billion kilowatt-hours
- Gas-fired power accounted for 50.9%
- Coal accounted for 32%
- Renewable energy accounted for 14.4%
- Renewable power generation totaled about 12.7 billion kilowatt-hours
- Using forecast information on a 48-hour timescale

## U.S. marks 250th anniversary of its founding; Washington celebrations paused amid severe thunderstorm warning

- Published: 2026-07-05T09:51:33+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202607050017.aspx
- anchor: #n1326980
- Companies mentioned: アメリカ

Facts:
- Temperatures in Washington briefly soared to 38 degrees Celsius this afternoon
- The event will conclude with a fireworks show at 10:30 p.m.

## 姆巴佩操刀12碼建功 法國1比0氣走巴拉圭晉8強

- Published: 2026-07-05T09:47:31+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aspt/202607050016.aspx
- anchor: #n1326981
- Companies mentioned: 法國、巴拉圭、摩洛哥、皇家馬德里、阿根廷

Facts:
- 姆巴佩（Kylian Mbappé）精準破網為法國取得本屆世足第5勝
- Mbappé has scored 7 goals at this World Cup
- He is just 1 goal behind Lionel Messi’s 20 on the World Cup all-time scoring list

## High-temperature alerts issued for 10 counties and cities; Wu Der-rong says Typhoon Bavi could become the strongest on record

- Published: 2026-07-05T09:41:29+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/ahel/202607050015.aspx
- anchor: #n1326979
- Companies mentioned: 中央氣象署、中央大學、氣象應用推廣基金會、歐洲模式、第9號颱風巴威、第10號輕颱梅莎

Facts:
- Temperatures above 36 degrees Celsius
- The highest temperature across Taiwan could reach around 38 degrees.
- Maximum sustained winds reach 60 meters per second
- A radius of 350 kilometers

## Showcasing Taiwan’s Transformers: Shen Chao-liang hopes India will learn about Taiwan’s grassroots culture

- Published: 2026-07-05T09:31:27+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/acul/202607050014.aspx
- anchor: #n1326977
- Companies mentioned: 中央社、Museo Camera

Facts:
- Shen Chao-liang took photographs from 2005 to 2023

## Man arrested after climbing Eiffel Tower and hanging flag as U.S. marks 250th anniversary of independence

- Published: 2026-07-05T09:05:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202607050013.aspx
- anchor: #n1326973
- Companies mentioned: Eiffel Tower、Gustave Eiffel

Facts:
- The Eiffel Tower stands 324 meters tall
- It attracts about 7 million ticketed visitors each year
- The tower opened the 1889 Paris World’s Fair

## U.S. marks 250th anniversary of its founding; heat wave disrupts events

- Published: 2026-07-05T09:04:00+09:00
- Source: Taiwan | 中央社 CNA
- Original: https://www.cna.com.tw/news/aopl/202607050012.aspx
- anchor: #n1326974
- Companies mentioned: 真実社群、アメリカ国家気象局

Facts:
- Temperatures in the capital, Washington, soared to 38 degrees Celsius
- The “heat index” soared to about 41.7 degrees Celsius
- About 160 million people are under extreme weather alerts