ICRT-ECCT November 2014 local elections roundtable airs on ICRT Tuesday Nov. 4 at 9pm
International Community Radio Taipei in conjunction with the European Chamber of Commerce Taiwan last week hosted a panel of high profile experts from across the political spectrum for a preview of the upcoming local elections, to be held on Saturday November 29, 2014. The roundtable discussion aired on ICRT FM100 this Tuesday November 4, 2014...Continue reading
Sophia Loren Visits Taiwan to promote Damiani jewelry
#492459397 / gettyimages.com World-famous Italian movie star Sophia Loren arrived in Taiwan yesterday for the first time for a promotional event. Upon her arrival at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport from Dubai, Loren waved and blew kisses to reporters. The legendary actress is in Taiwan to promote a line of jewelry created in her honor by...Continue reading
Lee Youngae to receive “Love of Lives Medal” in Taiwan
Taiwan’s Chou Ta-Kuan Cultural and Education Foundation announced yesterday, that South Korean actress Lee Young-ae will be awarded the “Love of Lives Medal”. The actress is being awarded for her generous donation in July to help a Taiwan family stranded in Seoul pay off a hospital bill to return home. The foundation plans to invite...Continue reading
Taiwan Ranks 1st Worldwide in Smartdevice Online Shopping on Google Consumer Barometer
A new study by Google shows Taiwanese people do the most online shopping in the world from their mobile smart devices. According to Google’s Consumer Barometer report, 54 percent of Taiwanese consumers use their smartphones to buy stuff online. Despite the high percentage of buyers, Taiwan consumers register a satisfaction rating for their online...Continue reading
Mark Morris Dance Group in Taiwan
The world-renowned Mark Morris Dance Group will visit Taiwan from November 1st to 6th, as part of the U.S. Department of State’s DanceMotion USA program. The Dance Group will present two free public events –” Let’s Move Taipei” and “Let’s Move Yilan” — the general public is invited to dance, exercise, and move their bodies...Continue reading
YG Popstars Wrap Taoyuan Performance
South Korean pop sensation Psy and other performers from the country left Taiwan yesterday, after a performance at Taoyuan County Stadium. The “YG Family 2014 Galaxy Tour: Power in Taiwan” concert a day earlier featured Psy, BIGBANG, girl group 2NE1, alternative hip-hop group Epik High and male group WINNER, among others. The entertainers belted out...Continue reading
Mariah Carey to Arrive in Taiwan on Saturday for Sunday concert
#84380966 / gettyimages.com American singer and songwriter Mariah Carey is due to arrive in Taiwan on Saturday October 25 for her concert Sunday night at the Nangang Exhibition Center in Taipei. This is her first visit to Taiwan in 16 years. Organizers say she will perform her trademark songs “Hero”, “Always Be My Baby” and...Continue reading
Renowned Japanese poet Shuntaro Tanikawa to attend Taipei Poetry Festival
Renowned Japanese poet Shuntaro Tanikawa is set to grace this year’s Taipei Poetry Festival, which will kick off a series of poetry events around the city beginning Oct. 18th. The 82-year-old poet and translator, one of the most widely-read poets in Japan, will give talks and field questions from audience members in addition to attending the...Continue reading
Elephant Gym Leads Indie Music Award Nominations
Taiwan band Elephant Gym leads the pack with eight nominations for the 5th Golden Indie Music Awards. The Ministry of Culture’s Bureau of Audiovisual and Music Industry Development sats the bass-driven band from Kaohsiung received nominations for best album, best band, best rock single, best jazz single, album with the best style and single with...Continue reading
Islets South of Penghu designated Taiwan’s Ninth National Park
The Ministry of the Interior says four islets south of Penghu County will soon be designated as Taiwan’s ninth national park on Saturday. The South Penghu National Park will include Dongi, Sigi, Dongyuping, and Siyuping islets, as well as their surrounding waters. The park will cover a land area of 370 hectares and a sea...Continue reading
Taiwan European Film Festival Opens
The Taiwan European Film Festival opened yesterday with free showing of films around Taiwan, in an effort to promote the European Union’s diverse cultures, arts and languages. The annual festival, now in its 10th year, is screening 17 films from 17 EU countries, including France, Germany, Belgium, and Italy. Over 400 screenings will be held...Continue reading
Yo-yo Ma and Silk Road Ensemble to perform in Taiwan in November
Renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma and his Silk Road Ensemble will come to Taiwan in November for two concerts, one in Taipei and one in Kaohsiung. The multiple Grammy-winning Ma and his ensemble are scheduled to perform at the National Concert Hall in Taipei on Nov. 6th and at the Jhihde Hall in Kaohsiung the following...Continue reading
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