Reported about 1 year ago
在2024年金曲35頒獎典禮上，由巴奈奪得最佳台語專輯獎，她的得獎感言引起熱議，提及敏感政治議題，呼籲不忘金曲獎成立35年及天安門事件同年，訴說原住民族抗議心聲。部分中国籍入圍者缺席典禮，裘德團隊因健康問題提前離台。
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Chinese women's U18 basketball team faced New Zealand in the 5th/6th place playoff at the U18 Asia Cup, where they lost 61-66 despite a late rally by Lin Yuhan from Jinwen Women's High School. The team's top scorers were Yeh Youxuan from Nanshan High School with 12 points and Liao Xiuzhen from Danshui Vocational and Commercial High School with 10 points and 7 rebounds. Unfortunately, this loss secured them a 6th place finish in the tournament. Despite their efforts, the team had a total of 7 turnovers and struggled with shooting efficiency throughout the game.
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Reported about 1 year ago
巴奈在第35屆金曲獎頒獎典禮上脫口提及「天安門事件35周年」，引起PTT網友熱烈討論。她在得獎感言中突然脫口政治，談及台灣的政治現況，讓不少網友感到意外。此舉引發許多熱議，有網友樂見她勇於發聲，但也有人認為此舉過於政治化，影響金曲獎的本質。另外，中國歌手許鈞、裘德缺席金曲獎也成為話題，有人推測中國歌手或許不會再參加金曲獎。
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Reported about 1 year ago
Archie, a black and white cat resembling a Husky, got stuck in a tree after running away from home in Arizona. Passersby noticed Archie hanging precariously 5 meters above the ground, with firefighters rescuing him using a ladder. After being reunited with his owners, it was revealed that Archie lived near the Grand Canyon National Park and accidentally got stuck in the tree while out exploring. The cat's adventure amused netizens, with many thanking the firefighters for the timely rescue and joking about Archie's misadventure.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Due to strong afternoon convection on June 29, 2024, Hualien experienced multiple incidents of mud and rock collapses. Taiwan Railways Administration announced in the evening that due to excessive rainfall between Heping and Chongde stations, trains are operating on a single track causing delays, urging passengers to pay attention to train information boards. Multiple road closures due to landslides were reported in Hualien mountainous areas, including the Su-Hua Highway and the section between Zhongshi and Chongde.
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Reported about 1 year ago
At the 2024 Golden Melody Awards, Taiwanese singer Chang Hsiu-Ching stole the show with her energetic performance. She appeared on stage in a retro red sequin gown with a high slit, singing hit songs such as '辣妹駕到' and 'Pretty Disco' while blending Mandarin and Taiwanese rap seamlessly. Chang's last performance at the Golden Melody Awards was six years ago, and this time she amazed the audience with both her talent and fashion sense, displaying a humorous touch with her outfit. The performance turned the venue into a grand dance hall, receiving a standing ovation from the crowd.
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Reported about 1 year ago
At the 35th Golden Melody Awards ceremony on June 30, 2024, in Taipei, Huang Fei won Best Taiwanese Female Singer for the third time, breaking down in tears on stage. She emotionally mentioned her deceased parents and expressed gratitude for the award, her family, and fans. Celebrating her lunar birthday but also remembering her deceased parents, Huang Fei vowed to carry the trophy to show them. Huang Fei, still grieving four years after her parents' passing, sang songs her parents loved and emotionally recounted her final moments with them, expressing her deep sorrow and longing for them.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The 35th Golden Melody Awards ceremony took place at Taipei Arena with musician Chen Tzu-hung, the head of the jury panel, presenting the Jury Award to the band Elephant Gym. Formed in 2012, Elephant Gym released their first album 'Angles' in 2014 and was nominated this year for Best Band and Album of the Year. Despite not winning the Best Band award, they were recognized with the Jury Award for their global musical reach and hopeful messages in their music. Bassist Chang Kai-ting expressed the band's belief that diverse music will find its audience and encouraged aspiring musicians to pursue their musical preferences.
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Reported about 1 year ago
At the 35th Golden Melody Awards held in Taipei Arena, the event paid tribute to late artists including A-Mei, Ho His Hua, and Zheng Hua Juan, leading to tears shed by many in attendance. Due to nationality constraints, A-Mei missed out on receiving the 'Special Contribution Award.' Initially, Leehom Wang was set to perform in tribute to A-Mei, but due to online criticism, the performance was canceled, leaving many disappointed. Other deceased artists honored at the event included Yang Chengdao, Cai Yizhou, Ma Shangren, Ke Chenxun, Huang Kaiyu, Zhang Yanqing, Zheng Huajuan, and Ho Hsiuhua.
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Reported about 1 year ago
At the 35th Golden Melody Awards held on June 29, 2024, in Taipei, Huang Fei won the Best Hokkien Female Singer award. Having won the Hokkien Song Queen title for the third time with her song 'Eighteen Martial Arts,' Huang Fei was emotional during her acceptance speech, expressing gratitude to her family, gods, record company, and teachers, while tearfully remembering her parents who had passed away in the first half of 2020. Despite the joy of winning, she felt a sense of regret that her parents could not be there to share the moment with her, expressing her ongoing love and longing for them.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Japanese band Seibutsu Chou performed at the 2024 Golden Melody Awards in Taipei, singing the songs '青鳥' and 'SAKURA' and causing the audience, including other singers, to energetically join in and sing along. Seibutsu Chou, known for performing songs for various anime series, delighted fans with their performance and expressed their desire to return for a solo concert in Taiwan. Despite originally planning to perform with another artist, they received a warm reception and even tried pearl milk tea, encouraging recommendations for tourist attractions in Taiwan.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Wu Zetian, the only female emperor in Chinese history, passed away just one year after abdicating from the throne, leading to speculations about the reason behind it. Some experts suggest that her private life was too chaotic, with details that were considered inappropriate to be recorded. Wu Zetian's reign as an empress is considered unique in Chinese history, establishing her own dynasty and being the only empress with recorded details in historical texts.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The 35th Golden Melody Awards took place at the Taipei Arena, with Lulu as the sole host. During the event, Lulu disguised as a tour guide to introduce the judging panel, where many netizens were shocked to see the once slim male singer, Yen-j, sitting beside the panel chairman, Chen Zi-hong. Yen-j, who hasn't been in the public eye since releasing his album 'C-lofi 1' in 2020, made a surprise appearance, leaving many fans amazed at his transformation and warm demeanor. The judging panel for this year's Golden Melody Awards was expanded to nearly 160 members, aiming to incorporate a more diverse range of music professionals and aesthetic perspectives for increased credibility and inclusivity.
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Reported about 1 year ago
At the 35th Golden Melody Awards in Taiwan, Japanese band Ikimonogakari performed for the first time in their 21-year career and sang popular anime songs such as 'Bluebird' from 'Naruto Shippuden' and 'SAKURA.' The lead singer, Seiko Yoshikawa, and guitarist, Yoshiki Mizuno, gave an energetic performance, with Yoshikawa ending the show by thanking everyone in standard Chinese. Originally slated to perform with Sodagreen, lead vocalist Qing Feng fell ill and had to cancel. Ikimonogakari rose to fame in Japan in 2006 with the hit song 'SAKURA' and has since become well-known for theme songs in anime such as 'Bleach,' 'Naruto,' 'Case Closed,' and 'Pokemon.'
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Reported about 1 year ago
At the 35th Golden Melody Awards held at Taipei Arena, Taiwanese composer Liu Qingchi, aged 81, was announced as one of the recipients of the special contribution award by the Minister of Culture. The ceremony featured singer Wan Fang performing in honor of the late talent Zheng Huajuan, while Taiwanese Hokkien singer Siqing delivered the introduction for Liu Qingchi. Netizens were impressed by Siqing’s maintaining good health at 70 and by Liu Qingchi’s continued vitality, referring to him as the ‘creator of epic songs’ and praising his youthful appearance and classic song contributions.
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Reported about 1 year ago
On June 29, 2024, Democratic Progressive Party legislator Shen Boyang made controversial remarks on a political talk show, suggesting that using VPN to watch adult films could reveal one's political tendencies and be manipulated by China. In response, Xie Longjie's nephew Xie Keyang sarcastically proposed the urgent establishment of an 'Adult Film Review Committee' by Lai Ching-te to prevent psychological warfare by China through monitoring viewing habits of Taiwanese people. The proposed committee includes prominent figures from Taiwan to screen adult films suitable for Taiwanese tastes.
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Reported about 1 year ago
During the 35th Golden Melody Awards ceremony on June 29, 2024, indie band 'No Party for Cao Dong' won Best Band for the second time, beating strong competitors like Fire EX, EggPlantEgg, and Mr. Mimi. The band's manager emotionally thanked the late drummer of the band while accepting the award on their behalf. The band's album 'Merge' was nominated for six awards, with judges praising their unique songwriting, singing, and empowering melodies. The manager expressed gratitude to everyone who supported the band on their journey, including their families and the families of the deceased member. The band vows to continue working hard in the future.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Keelung Mayor Xie Guoliang is facing a potential recall vote initiated by a civic group, with the second stage of the recall petitions exceeding the required threshold. The Kuomintang (KMT) has pledged full support for Xie, with KMT legislators coordinating with his team. However, KMT Legislator Xu Qiaoxin's call for support has been cautioned by former Legislator Shen Fuxiong against grandstanding. Despite the ongoing recall efforts, the KMT is gearing up to intervene strategically if the recall reaches the final voting stage, with the central party forming response teams. Various KMT members have voiced their support for Xie, while Xu's involvement in the anti-recall movement has stirred different reactions within the party.
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Reported about 1 year ago
At the 35th Golden Melody Awards, Wan Fang performed in honor of her dear friend Zheng Hua Juan who passed away in March. Wan Fang sang several songs including 'Love on this road,' 'California Sunshine,' and 'Childlike,' and ended with a duet of 'Heaven' with a projected image of Zheng Hua Juan playing the guitar. The atmosphere was emotional, with Huang Yun Ling in tears. Wan Fang expressed nervousness about the performance but carefully selected the songs to pay tribute to Zheng Hua Juan's versatile creations, with Huang Yun Ling working on the arrangements. Wan Fang also conveyed her heartfelt blessings and wore a unique denim outfit symbolizing Zheng Hua Juan's personality and creativity.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A 43-year-old teacher at Freehold Intermediate School in New Jersey, Allison Havemann-Niedrach, has been charged with first-degree aggravated sexual assault and second-degree endangering the welfare of a child for engaging in a sexual relationship with a student. The school's superintendent alerted staff and parents of the arrest, emphasizing the district's cooperation with the investigation. The case is ongoing, and authorities urge anyone with information to come forward.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The 35th Golden Melody Awards ceremony took place at Taipei Arena on June 29, 2024. The posthumous recipient of the Special Contribution Award was the late singer Zheng Hua-juan. Known for hit songs like Chang Ching-fang's 'California Sunshine' and Chiang Hui's 'Darkness of Falling Rain,' she was a rare female songwriter and composer in Taiwan's 1980s and 1990s pop music era, leaving a lasting impact on the music industry by setting a high standard for female creators. Her work showcased brave exploration, independence, and influential representation of women in a changing Taiwanese society. Zheng passed away at the age of 60 in March this year and was honored by the Golden Melody Awards for her significant contribution to the music scene.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The article discusses the rapid growth of the artificial intelligence (AI) industry and highlights three leading AI stocks to consider for long-term investment: Amazon, Alphabet, and Palantir Technologies. Amazon utilizes AI in various aspects of its business, including e-commerce and cloud computing. Alphabet has integrated AI into its products and is funding research for groundbreaking technologies. Palantir Technologies specializes in data analytics and AI, with a successful track record in both commercial and government sectors.
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Reported about 1 year ago
A federal judge, Amy Berman Jackson, ruled that the majority of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) lawsuit against Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, can proceed. The SEC's lawsuit accuses Binance and its founder Changpeng Zhao of breaking securities laws by artificially inflating trading volumes, diverting funds, and facilitating trading of unregistered securities. This ruling is a setback for Binance after settling with the Department of Justice and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. However, the judge ruled in favor of the broader cryptocurrency industry by stating that the SEC did not prove that certain token sales were not securities.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Beds have a long and fascinating history, with humans using makeshift beds dating back to our early African ancestors. Over time, beds have transitioned from shared spaces with family and friends to private sanctuaries for individuals or couples, influenced by factors such as urbanization, changing societal norms, and technology. The article explores the social history of beds, from communal sleeping arrangements to the development of private bedrooms, examining the shift in how we perceive and use these essential pieces of furniture.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Japanese band BIO-COW made their first-ever appearance in Taiwan at the 35th Golden Melody Awards, performing the iconic songs '青鳥' and '櫻花.' The lead vocalist, Yoshikawa Seiei, greeted the audience in Chinese, creating an electrifying atmosphere with their music and stage presence. Despite only performing two songs, BIO-COW's stellar performance received a standing ovation, leaving both the band and the audience expressing gratitude and excitement for future opportunities in Taiwan.
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