S.H.E Teases New Collaboration
Taiwan girl group S.H.E has hinted ever-so-tantalizingly of a new joint project in the works. Selina, Hebe, and Ella haven’t put out an album together since 2012’s “Blossomy”. So it was no surprise that when the long-running trio posted a colorful photo of paper flowers on Facebook today, fans immediately demanded to know if an album or...Continue reading
Fans Mourn Japanese Bulldog Star’s Passing
Fans in Taiwan and Japan are mourning James the English Bulldog, one half of a popular animal duo often featured on a Japanese television show. James and his partner Pankun the chimpanzee starred in a regular segment on NTV’s “Genius! Shimura Zoo” program, with the animal buddies often challenged to complete human tasks, such as...Continue reading
Jay Chou Loses Case for “Green Hornet” Car Tax
Taiwan singer and business mogul Jay Chou might NOT get to have his cake and eat it too. The Taipei High Administrative Court ruled against the 37-year-old pop star today, after he claimed that the government overcharged him in taxes. After starring in the Hollywood action flick “Green Hornet” in 2011, Chou had shipped one...Continue reading
2016 Taipei Golden Horse Fantastic Film Festival
Get Ready for the Taipei Golden Horse Fantastic Film Festival The 2016 Taipei Golden Horse Fantastic Film Festival, an event that many movie buffs eagerly await every year, is scheduled for April 8th to 17th. Organizers say this year the festival’s “modern film section” will feature international award-winning works from Thailand, Iceland, Argentina, Italy, Canada,...Continue reading
2016 Oscar-winning Films Showing in Taiwan
So you’ve watched the 2016 Academy Awards, but have you seen the major Oscar-winning films? Here’s your checklist of the Oscar-winners showing NOW in Taiwan: 1.”Spotlight” Best Picture Best Original Screenplay A team of journalists (Michael Keaton, Rachel McAdams, Mark Ruffalo) from The Boston Globe investigate allegations against an unfrocked priest accused of molesting more than...Continue reading
Tune in to HBO, TTV or TWM Broadband for 2016 Oscar Awards Ceremony
HBO, TTV and TWM Broadband to broadcast 2016 the Academy Awards ceremony live at 8 AM on Feb. 29th The 88th Oscar Awards ceremony is slated for Monday morning Taipei time and the TWM Broadband (台灣大寬頻) announces today that viewers will be able to watch it live on its website. The ceremony will kick off...Continue reading
Mayday Fulfills Wish for Earthquake Victims’ Mother
Alternative rock band Mayday has reached out to lend some comfort to a victim of the Feb. 6th earthquake in southern Taiwan. Liu Yichen, whose husband, two young sons, and 10-day old daughter were all killed in the Weiguan apartment complex collapse in Tainan left a message on Mayday lead singer Ashin’s Facebook page yesterday....Continue reading
Chou Tzuyu and TWICE to Star in Reality Series
Those who just can’t get enough of Taiwanese kpop singer Chou Tzuyu, can now get a behind-the-scenes look at her life with fellow band members in a new reality TV series. Reports say South Korean girl group TWICE will star in the series “TWICE’s Private Life”, to be aired on music and entertainment channel Mnet....Continue reading
South Korean Band CNBLUE Arrives in Taiwan
South Korean boy band CNBLUE arrived in Taiwan earlier today, driving fans into a frenzy at the Taoyuan International Airport. The pop rock group landed at 12:40pm, and went through customs amidst flashing cameras and screaming fans. Jung Yong-hwa, Lee Jong-hyun, Kang Min-hyuk, and Lee Jung-shin are set to perform tomorrow and Saturday for their...Continue reading
Jolin and Boyfriend Enjoy Simple Valentine’s Day
Pop diva Jolin Tsai and her boyfriend appeared to have spent Valentine’s Day enjoying the simple things. The pair were spotted by an Apple Daily reporter, out for a food run in Tsai’s white Mercedes-Benz, with the singer in the driver’s seat. Tsai’s boyfriend, actor model Vivian Dawson, did the legwork, exiting the vehicle several...Continue reading
Taiwanese Fans Can Watch Super Bowl 50 Live
Often billed as one of the biggest sporting events in the world, the Super Bowl is scheduled to kick off at 7 AM on the first day of the Chinese New Year, that’s February 8th, Taipei time. It will see the Carolina Panthers take on the Denver Broncos in a bid to lift the champion’s...Continue reading
Madonna Greets Taipei Fans Before Concerts
Madonna greeted her fans here in Taiwan on Facebook and Twitter Tuesday, after arriving for two concerts this week. “We are coming to get you TAI-PEI!!,” Madonna posted — drawing warm responses from fans across Taiwan. One of those who responded was TV host Janet Hsieh, who wrote, “We’re ready for you!!!!!!” The 57-year old...Continue reading
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