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Vlog #11:Andy Lau (劉德華), The Richest Man in Taiwan and Christmas in New Taipei

Vlog #11:Andy Lau (劉德華), The Richest Man in Taiwan and Christmas in New Taipei

This is our new ICRT Vlog where we cover some of the fun aspects of news, lifestyle, happenings and entertainment in Taiwan. Now we get to kick back and relax and talk about some of the more trendy and hip things going on around the island! This week, who’s the richest person in Taiwan? and Christmas...Continue reading
Vlog #10: Pokemon Go Safari Zone Success, Popular Surnames and the Golden Horse Awards (金馬獎)

Vlog #10: Pokemon Go Safari Zone Success, Popular Surnames and the Golden Horse Awards (金馬獎)

This is our new ICRT Vlog where we cover some of the fun aspects of news, lifestyle, happenings and entertainment in Taiwan. Now we get to kick back and relax and talk about some of the more trendy and hip things going on around the island! This week, Pokemon GO takes Tainan, how common is your...Continue reading
Vlog #9: Story of Yanxi Palace (延禧攻略), Healthier Lunches in Hualien and Too Many Peacocks on Kinmen!

Vlog #9: Story of Yanxi Palace (延禧攻略), Healthier Lunches in Hualien and Too Many Peacocks on Kinmen!

This is our new ICRT Vlog where we cover some of the fun aspects of news, lifestyle, happenings and entertainment in Taiwan. Now we get to kick back and relax and talk about some of the more trendy and hip things going on around the island! This week, we chat about Chinese palace drama stars dropping...Continue reading
Vlog #6: Double Ten Day, Chow Yun Fat (周潤發) and 2019 New Years Eve Fireworks!

Vlog #6: Double Ten Day, Chow Yun Fat (周潤發) and 2019 New Years Eve Fireworks!

This is our new ICRT Vlog where we cover some of the fun aspects of news, lifestyle, happenings and entertainment in Taiwan. Now we get to kick back and relax and talk about some of the more trendy and hip things going on around the island! This week, we chat about Double Ten festivities, thirst trap...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
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
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
Rain in Taiwan for Reality TV Show

Rain in Taiwan for Reality TV Show

Korean singer actor Rain arrived in Taiwan earlier today in his first public appearance since becoming a father last month. The multi-talented star arrived at Taoyuan International Airport early this morning to a crowd of screaming fans, and boarded a bus with his co-stars to head to Yehliu in Northern Taiwan. The group is expected...Continue reading