
普利司通在台發表四款全新輪胎,涵蓋休旅、性能與節能需求
普利司通在台推出四款新輪胎:ALENZA LX200(休旅)、POTENZA SPORT EVO(性能旗艦)、POTENZA RE-71RZ(賽道)及ECOPIA EP300(節能)。新胎導入多項技術,強調舒適、靜謐、抓地力、油耗與耐磨性,並與日歐同步引進。

普利司通在台推出四款新輪胎:ALENZA LX200(休旅)、POTENZA SPORT EVO(性能旗艦)、POTENZA RE-71RZ(賽道)及ECOPIA EP300(節能)。新胎導入多項技術,強調舒適、靜謐、抓地力、油耗與耐磨性,並與日歐同步引進。
Der deutsche Extremschwimmer Andreas Waschburger hat beim "20 Bridges Swim" in New York zwei Rekorde aufgestellt. Er unterbot den Streckenrekord um Manhattan und verbesserte den Triple-Crown-Rekord.

French artist JR's largest installation to date, "La Caverne du Pont-Neuf," has opened in Paris. The artwork, inspired by Christo and Jeanne-Claude, covers the Pont Neuf bridge with images of rock and is accessible 24 hours a day.

日本輪胎大廠普利司通(Bridgestone)宣布,因應物料、物流、人工及能源成本上漲,將自9月1日起調漲日本當地市售輪胎價格,平均漲幅約5%。此前,橫濱輪胎與正新輪胎也已調漲價格。

Shirley Firth, 93, is awaiting a retrial in the Dominican Republic for the 2019 murder of her daughter, author Lindsay de Feliz. Firth hopes new evidence will lead to a conviction after previous acquittals.

Calls to rehabilitation hotlines related to gambling addiction have significantly increased, with family members often being the primary callers. Treatment centers are expanding to meet demand, and support groups are using AI to manage the surge in calls, especially during late hours.

Ukrainian forces reportedly attacked four bridges in the Kherson Region overnight, causing damage. Sevastopol also experienced heavy shelling, with 15 apartment buildings and private houses damaged, along with several cars and a cafe.

A concessionária Eixo SP planeja construir uma nova estrada de 19 km, o Contorno de São Pedro, com investimento estimado em R$ 300 milhões para desafogar o tráfego nas cidades de São Pedro e Águas de São Pedro, no interior de São Paulo. As obras devem iniciar nos próximos meses e durarão pelo menos dois anos.
Trump threatened to strike Iranian energy sites and bridges, stating that Iran has delayed the agreement talks for too long and will have to pay the price. He also claimed that without him, Israel would not exist.

The Southern and Middle Corridors are emerging as vital energy transport routes amid global disruptions. The Baku Energy Forum highlighted their importance for European energy security and the need for investment in logistics and infrastructure, with AI and digitalization playing key roles in enhancing efficiency and security.
China has identified 2,193 ancient wooden arch bridges, a 61% increase after a three-year protection initiative. High-tech solutions like surveillance cameras and early warning systems are being implemented to preserve these unique structures, with ongoing efforts to nominate them for World Heritage status.
Zhao Zhangao, honorary president of the Myanmar China Overseas Enterprises Federation, stated that overseas Chinese are crucial bridges for China-Myanmar cooperation, leveraging their market knowledge and connections to facilitate economic and cultural exchange, especially within the Belt and Road Initiative framework.

Taiwan's Minister of Culture, Li Yuan, discussed Taiwan's cultural diplomacy and national resilience in an interview with Polish journalist Andrzej Pawluszek. Published across Israeli, Polish, and Taiwanese media, the interview highlighted culture as Taiwan's 'soul' and a key element of national security and global bridge-building amidst geopolitical pressures.

A bill to name a proposed bridge over the Mississippi River in Louisiana after former President Donald Trump failed to pass the state Senate. The legislation, introduced by GOP Rep. Michael Echols, cleared the House but did not receive a Senate vote before the legislative session ended. A similar bill to name a highway after President Barack Obama also stalled.

Huang Yinhua, Chairman of the Indonesian Chinese General Chamber of Commerce, stated that overseas Chinese are indispensable natural bridges for the Belt and Road Initiative, leveraging their cultural, legal, and market understanding to foster trust and facilitate project implementation. He highlighted opportunities in infrastructure, digital economy, green energy, and cross-border e-commerce, particularly noting the potential in the Chengdu-Chongqing economic circle.

Taiwanese author Yang Shuo-tzu, winner of the International Booker Prize for "Taiwan Wanderings," held a media talk in Seoul. She expressed hope that literature can foster greater understanding of Taiwan's diverse facets, noting that the popular "Taiwanese sensibility" among Koreans can serve as an accessible entry point to deeper cultural exploration.

2026 International Booker Prize winner Yang Shuang-zi stated that literature can serve as a lasting tool for societal change, carrying messages to future generations. Speaking at a press conference in Seoul, the Taiwanese writer emphasized literature's slow but persistent power to foster common ground and record women's unwritten histories.
Germany's Autobahn GmbH is deploying AI and highly sensitive sensors to continuously monitor old bridges for vibrations, temperature, and material movement. A pilot project on eleven bridges in the Ruhr area and Bergisches Land aims to detect damage early and prevent unplanned closures.
A digital charity initiative, "58 Dream Building Project," connects urban volunteers with rural students in China for reading companionship via a WeChat mini-program. The project fosters reading habits, improves concentration, and builds confidence, bridging the urban-rural education gap.

The New York Knicks defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 121-108, taking a 3-0 lead in the Eastern Conference Finals. Jalen Brunson scored 30 points, and the Knicks are now one win away from their first NBA Finals since 1999.
Overseas Chinese calligraphers and painters from Japan, Australia, Malaysia, and Singapore visited Anhui's Xuanzhou to explore the origins of traditional Chinese art forms like ink, brushes, paper, and inkstones. Participants engaged in hands-on experiences and expressed a desire to share their learnings and cultural connections.
Concerns are rising over the safety of Bihar's Rs 64-crore Keni Bridge due to exposed iron rods and damaged pillars, sparking fears of collapse. An inquiry and state-wide bridge inspections have been initiated by the Road Construction Department following complaints.

Josh Hart scored a playoff career-high 26 points as the New York Knicks defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 109-93 to take a 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference finals. Jalen Brunson added 19 points and 14 assists. Game 3 is Saturday in Cleveland.

Bridgestone is testing its next-generation "AirFree" tires, which require no air, at the Ishibashi Cultural Center in Kurume City, Fukuoka Prefecture. The puncture-proof tires, made with recyclable blue resin spokes and rubber, are being demonstrated on electric carts for public trial until May 31st.