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Celine Dion Announces Taiwan Concert Dates

Celine Dion Announces Taiwan Concert Dates

Canadian powerhouse singer Celine Dion has announced dates for two concerts in Taipei. Speaking from Las Vegas, where she stars in the most successful concert residency of all time, the 49-year-old star says she will perform at the Taipei Arena on July 11th and 13th. When questioned by reporters about whether she would sing her...Continue reading
"God of Songs" Jacky Cheung Announces Taipei Concerts

“God of Songs” Jacky Cheung Announces Taipei Concerts

Legendary crooner Jacky Cheung has announced a series of performances in Taipei in Spring. The Hong Kong singer-songwriter-actor will takeover Taipei Arena April 20th to 22nd, and 27th to 29th. The shows are part of Cheung’s “A Classic Tour” concerts, which began back in 2016. The series brings back some of the 56-year-old singer’s most...Continue reading
Chou Tzuyu Takes 3rd on Most Beautiful Faces 2017

Chou Tzuyu Takes 3rd on Most Beautiful Faces 2017

Taiwanese Kpop star Chou Tzuyu is the 3rd most beautiful face of 2017 on an international rankings list TC Candler is back again with its annual “Most Beautiful Faces” list, and the 18 year old TWICE member has climbed to new heights this year. Chou’s made the list since debuting with the 9-member girl band...Continue reading
Taipei 101 2018 New Year Fireworks Revealed

Taipei 101 2018 New Year Fireworks Revealed

Taipei 101 is ringing in 2018 with a record long fireworks show. Building managers say the light extravaganza will begin one minute before midnight of December 31st. The 6-minute-long multi-media show will use 140-thousand LED bulbs and 16-thousand rounds of fireworks. The show will feature a twist on traditional Taiwanese architecture, to the theme of...Continue reading
Kpop Star Jessica Set for Taoyuan New Year's Eve Celebration

Kpop Star Jessica Set for Taoyuan New Year’s Eve Celebration

Kpop star Jessica is set to appear at the New Year’s Eve celebration in Taoyuan. Rumors began swirling days ago that the former Girls Generation band member would attend the festivities, but could not be confirmed. Now the city government has unveiled the event’s star-studded lineup, and the singer-songwriter is on the list. Also attending...Continue reading
TWICE Wins Song of the Year at 2017 MAMA

TWICE Wins Song of the Year at 2017 MAMA

South Korean girl band TWICE has taken home a top MAMA prize for a second year in a row. The nine-member group, including Taiwan kpop star Chou Tzuyu, were announced winners of the “Song of the Year” with their bubbly hit “Signal”.Continue reading
Golden Horse Directors Turn in Highest Ratings

Golden Horse Directors Turn in Highest Ratings

Directors ruled at this past weekend’s Golden Horse Award Ceremony. Media reports say the event at Taipei’s National Sun Yat-sen Hall hit an average rating of 5.2 overall, drawing in over 3.8 million viewers.Continue reading
Mayday Plays Chicago

Mayday Plays Chicago

Taiwan rock band Mayday played mind games with fans at their Chicago concert last night.Continue reading
TWICE Headed for Japan's Red White Song Festival

TWICE Headed for Japan’s Red White Song Festival

Taiwan Kpop star Chou Tzuyu is set to become the fourth Taiwanese to perform at the Red and White Year End Song Festival in Japan.Continue reading
Amei Returns After Social Media Disappearing Act

Amei Returns After Social Media Disappearing Act

Amei fans are breathing a huge sigh of relief as the powerhouse singer makes a return to social media after being MIA for 36 hours.Continue reading
MAMA Voting Draws China Netizens' Ire

MAMA Voting Draws China Netizens’ Ire

Kpop is once again drawing the ire of netizens in China over issues of sovereignty. The Mnet Asian Music Awards is in the midst of soliciting votes online for its annual music awarding ceremonies. But organizers are facing backlash from China, after netizens noticed that under the “Voting by Country” category, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and...Continue reading
CCCT Remembrance Day Foreign Cemetery Clean Up

CCCT Remembrance Day Foreign Cemetery Clean Up

Experience a unique part of history this weekend, at the CCCT’s annual Remembrance Day Foreign Cemetery Clean Up. The Tamsui Foreign Cemetery in New Taipei’s Danshui District, has been cared for by the Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan for over 30 years. It’s the final resting place for foreigners of many nationalities, including Canadians,...Continue reading