Reported about 1 year ago
Rapper MC HotDog won the Best Lyricist award at the 35th Golden Melody Awards with his song 'Landlord Upstairs'. In an interview backstage, he expressed his surprise at the win and mentioned it held significant meaning to him. Despite wanting to win, HotDog joked about partying all night for his daughter's 7th birthday and performing at the Golden Melody Awards Night in Taipei. When asked about expectations for the Mandarin Song King award, he humorously replied that he would first ensure others got home safely before himself. Later, he clarified he was just kidding and claimed to be carefree.
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Reported about 1 year ago
35届金曲奖颁发了特别贡献奖给知名作曲家劉清池，他在领奖时受到全场起立鼓掌。劉清池表示希望能通过这个奖项激励更多年轻人创作具有台湾风格的音乐歌曲。81岁的劉清池被誉为台语歌坛編曲第一人，许多知名歌曲如〈愛拼才會〉、〈你著忍耐〉和〈愛情恰恰〉都是他的作品。
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 29, 2024, Mayor Huang Min-Hui of Chiayi, along with Chairman Lai Yong-Chuan of the Zhuluo Cheng Huang Temple, announced the commencement of the distinctive religious and cultural event 'Zhuluo Cheng Huang Middle Year Festival' in Chiayi City. This year, the festival introduces new elements by combining a hipster-style Cheng Huang market, traditional temple stage performances, and various cultural experiences such as drama, music, and films. The aim is to connect the younger generation with religious customs and daily cultural activities, reviving and passing on tradition in a modern way.
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Reported about 1 year ago
During the 35th Golden Melody Awards on June 29, 2024, Liu Qingchi was honored with the Special Contribution Award. Known for songs like 'Love Wins When You Fight', he emphasized the importance of encouraging young people to create music with Taiwanese characteristics. Liu's music, widely popular in Taiwan, has comforted many in various settings like restaurants, night markets, and taxis. He is recognized as a pioneer in Taiwanese music, having composed for artists like Ye Qitian and Jiang Hui. At 80 years old, Liu continues to contribute to Taiwanese pop music, showing an unwavering dedication to his craft.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A female netizen shared on Dcard her experience of encountering workplace bullying and sexual harassment, leading her to believe that having a part-time job offers more advantages than a full-time job. She highlighted the higher hourly wage, greater flexibility, and freedom to choose work that aligns with personal interests. This sparked a debate online with some netizens agreeing that part-time jobs can be more lucrative, while others expressed concerns about the long-term implications of not accumulating seniority and skills. Overall, the discussion shed light on the different perspectives regarding the benefits and drawbacks of engaging in multiple jobs.
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Reported about 1 year ago
At the 35th Golden Melody Awards ceremony in Taipei on June 29, 2024, indigenous female singer Banai won the 'Best Taiwanese Album Award' for 'Night Poem.' In her acceptance speech, she brought up political issues, emphasizing the connection between music and politics by reminding everyone not to forget the 35th anniversary of the Tiananmen incident. Banai expressed gratitude for the support and highlighted the importance of unity and cultural diversity in Taiwan.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Chinese Communist Party (CCP), originally formed as a rebel organization, is determined to eradicate the Republic of China (ROC). The CCP's recent release of the '22 Punishments for Taiwan Independence' is seen as escalating tensions. The Kuomintang (KMT) criticizes the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) for creating conflicts and not following the ROC Constitution to promote cross-strait relations. The KMT emphasizes loyalty to the ROC Constitution and urges responsible governance from the DPP to improve cross-strait relations and prevent further conflict escalation. The article delves into the historical context of the CCP, KMT, and DPP's stances on Taiwan independence and their impact on the region's stability.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 29, 2024, Ta steel eagle's starting pitcher Chen Po-ching delivered an excellent performance, leading the team to a 6-1 victory over the Rakuten Monkeys in the first half of the season with 23 wins, the most in the history of the Chinese Professional Baseball League. The Eagles took an early lead and maintained it throughout the game, with Chen only allowing 2 hits and no runs in 7 innings. Ta steel's victory broke the record set by the Wei Chuan Dragons in 2021 for the most wins in the first year back in the league. Wang Po-jung hit his 6th home run of the season for Ta steel.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 29, 2024, the Taiwan Provincial Government held the opening ceremony of Lin Yongfa's exhibition 'Ink Journey - Lin Yongfa Seventieth Art Exhibition' at the Taichung Art Museum's Daxi Cultural and Creative Classroom. Deputy County Magistrate Wang Zhihui attended and accepted a painting as a gift. The exhibition is curated by Professor Yan Minghong from Taichung University of Education and showcases six different periods of Lin's artistic style, highlighting the unique characteristics of Tai Dong. The exhibition runs from June 29 to July 28 and aims to invite the public and art enthusiasts to visit and appreciate Tai Dong's beauty.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Huang Fei won her third Hokkien Song Queen award at the 35th Golden Melody Awards with 'Eighteen Martial Arts,' expressing gratitude on stage to her deceased parents and breaking down in tears backstage, especially on Mother's Day and her lunar birthday. She honored her parents and mentor Chen Ming Zhang, reflecting on their passing within half a year as she achieved success. She tearfully mentioned visiting her parents' spirits recently, thanking them for guiding her to where she is now and pledging to raise her son well with their blessings, also thanking her family, son, husband, and mentor for their support.
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Reported about 1 year ago
An alleged corruption case in the procurement of ballistic protective gear by the Ministry of National Defense's Armaments Bureau was reported by Taoyuan prosecutors. Colonel Lin from the Armaments Bureau and three vendors were detained on suspicion of corruption, violations of procurement laws, and fraud. The Taoyuan District Court rejected the prosecutors' request for detention citing lack of jurisdiction, leading to an appeal by the prosecution. The Ministry of National Defense stated their full cooperation with the judicial investigation and commitment to lawful proceedings.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The 35th Golden Melody Awards ceremony took place at Taipei Arena, with Lulu Huang serving as the host. Hot Dog won the Song of the Year award and extended the invitation to the hosts for a celebration. Various acclaimed artists competed for awards in categories such as Best Mandarin Female Singer, Best Mandarin Male Singer, and Best Composer, creating intense competition. Winners included Panai for Best Taiwanese Album, MC Hot Dog for Best Lyricist, and O-Kai Singers for Best Vocal Group, among others.
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Reported about 1 year ago
During heavy rainfall on the night of June 29, landslides and mud flows occurred along the Suao Highway and the Zhongzhi-Chongde section segment in Hualien, leading to road blockages. The highway bureau is working to clear the debris, but currently, these road sections are closed. The Central Weather Bureau issued a heavy rain warning for Yilan and Hualien due to the impact of a southwestern wind and vigorous convective cloud development. Motorists are urged to stay informed and avoid unnecessary travel in mountainous areas prone to landslides during adverse weather conditions.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Due to heavy rainfall in the 'Hezhong to Chongde' section of the Suhua Highway, sections at 148.8km to 165.7km and 60.2km to 63.9km experienced landslides and mudflows, leading to road closures for safety reasons. Repair equipment is onsite for immediate clearance, with entry prohibited from 8 pm tonight. Travelers are advised to avoid unnecessary mountain road trips during unstable weather conditions, monitor weather updates, and utilize road information services for the latest updates.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 29, 2024, MC HotDog won the Best Lyricist award at the Golden Melody Awards despite a past plagiarism incident, and is also set to compete for Best Mandarin Male Singer. He jokingly declared, 'Others should be embarrassed, I will make sure to send you home before I go home.' HotDog, confident in his songwriting, expressed a strong desire to win an award this year to make a breakthrough. Despite his anticipation, he prioritizes his daughter's birthday over the awards ceremony and plans to get drunk afterward, showing a relaxed attitude towards his performance.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 29, 2024, Wang Qianli was detained in a small room in Hong Kong due to having the same name and pronunciation as Chen Baiwei. The Mainland Affairs Council recently announced an increase in the travel warning level for mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macau, from 'yellow' to 'orange', advising Taiwanese to refrain from traveling unless necessary. The incident involved a Taiwan man with the same name and birth year as former legislator Chen Baiwei, who was caught in a small room. This led to Chen Baiwei himself responding with an apology. The internet attention and responses gathered as the incident was revealed to be a case of mistaken identity, with both individuals having the same English name and birth year. Chen Baiwei apologized and advised individuals with the surname Chen to consider changing names for safety reasons.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 29, 2024, during the RIMPAC military exercise in Hawaii, a team from Sanli News Network boarded the USS Carl Vinson, the largest ship in the exercise carrying up to 5000 crew members and 60 military aircraft, including F-18 Super Hornets, F-35 fighters, and Seahawk helicopters. The commander of the USS Carl Vinson, which had also been near Taiwan in January, emphasized the mission to ensure freedom and openness in the Indo-Pacific region. The military exercise involves 29 countries and 40 warships and represents a significant moment of coordination and cooperation between the U.S. military and its allies.
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Reported about 1 year ago
At the 35th Golden Melody Awards ceremony in Taipei, social activist Bayang won the Best Taiwanese Album award for '夜婆Iā-Pô'. In her acceptance speech, she touched upon the Tiananmen Incident, emphasizing the connection between pop music and politics, and urging the audience to remember Taiwan's struggles. This statement sparked controversy but also highlighted the link between music and social issues in Taiwan.
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Reported about 1 year ago
According to the Ministry of Health and Welfare's cancer registration report, cancer has been the top cause of death for 42 consecutive years in Taiwan, with the incidence rate increasing by 80% over the past 30 years. The Taiwan Cancer Foundation Vice Executive Director Tsai Li-Chuan emphasized that cancer is preventable, urging people to consume more fruits and vegetables and practice the '5 Skills' to reduce cancer risks by 70%. The organization organized an event in Taiwan to raise awareness about cancer prevention and provide cancer screening information to help detect and treat cancer early.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 29, 2024, Mc HotDog won the Best Lyricist Award for 'The Landlord Upstairs'. Delighted at the win coinciding with his daughter's birthday, he happily declared a night of celebration. Despite initially planning to leave early, now he's determined to stay out. Expressing a stronger desire to win this year, he passionately stated the significance of the award to him. Also competing for Song King, he challenged fellow nominees, exclaiming his intention to send them home before himself. Even though he anticipated a night of revelry, he acknowledged the upcoming work commitments with a nonchalant attitude, showcasing his dedication to both music and family.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 29, 2024, at 9:43 a.m., the 35th Golden Melody Awards ceremony took place at the Taipei Arena. Hotdog won the Best Lyricist award with his song 'Upstairs Landlord.' Although he usually takes awards casually, this year he expressed a particular desire to win a Golden Melody Award. Notably, Hotdog mentioned a tarot card reading that hinted at expectations for an award and a significant event happening, coinciding with his daughter's birthday. Despite being carefree, Hotdog expressed the importance of this award to him and his serious approach to songwriting, emphasizing the potential to break or confirm things. He humorously joked around about his chances of winning another award and his plans to celebrate the night enthusiastically.
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Reported about 1 year ago
At the 35th Golden Melody Awards ceremony, indigenous singer Bane won the award for 'Best Taiwanese Album' with her first released album 'Night Corsage.' During her speech, she held a yellow banner that read 'Nobody's a Bystander' and emphasized the connection between pop music and politics, mentioning the 35th anniversary of both the awards and the Tiananmen Incident. Chinese netizens on Weibo criticized her remarks, labeling the awards as 'the second Golden Horse Awards, it's over!' This sparked a heated debate online.
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Reported about 1 year ago
黃妃12度入圍金曲獎，最終獲得最佳台語女歌手獎，在後台接受獎項時淚流不止，她坦言父母在2020年相繼離世，希望能與他們分享這份喜悅。這次得獎令她想起父母而落淚，並表達了對家人的思念與感激之情。
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Reported about 1 year ago
At the 35th Golden Melody Awards red carpet, various stars showcased their unique styles, with Eric Chou being unanimously praised as the most handsome of the night by fashion stylists. Sunnee, meanwhile, was named the most beautiful, captivating attention with a slightly sexy look. Other standout appearances included the bold and stylish Huang Xuan and the elegant 9m88. Overall, the red carpet was a display of dazzling star power and individual styles on stage.
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Reported about 1 year ago
At the 35th Golden Melody Awards, the red carpet was filled with stars showcasing their stylish outfits. Phoenix Xue made a dashing appearance with his son, while Eric Chou and ØZI flaunted their chest muscles. Sandy Shenxi stood out in a very sexy high-slit gown, revealing toned abs and legs. The event also featured other artists in stunning outfits, such as Yang Naiwen in a stylish suit and Jocelyn 9.4.0 in a revealing dress. Overall, the red carpet was a display of fashion and elegance as celebrities aimed to leave a lasting impression.
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