Sleep & Longevity: A long-term study reports that sleeping around nine hours a night is linked to a higher risk of early death, with the lowest mortality seen in the 7–8 hour range. Taiwan Health & Research: Tang Prize biopharmaceutical laureates in Taipei warn that U.S. research funding cuts could slow science and hurt early-career researchers, with long-term effects on the cancer-treatment workforce. Workplace & Cost of Living: Ahead of Taiwan’s minimum wage review, a study argues increases should at least match annual CPI growth so workers get a fair share of economic gains. Infectious Disease & Food Safety: Taiwan’s animal health authorities urge strict quarantine and a “zero tolerance” approach after South Sudan confirmed its first African swine fever case, warning the public not to bring or import pork products. Clinical Care & Rehab: Stroke recovery research highlights kinesiophobia (fear of movement) as a barrier to exercise-based rehabilitation, underscoring the need for better support during recovery. Health Tech & Industry: Taiwan Expo USA 2026 spotlights AI-enabled healthcare and advanced medical tech, linking smart manufacturing and healthcare innovation for global partners. Global Health Policy: International experts at a Taipei resilience forum say Taiwan should learn from Ukraine’s wartime adaptations to better prepare society for crisis recovery.