Reported about 1 year ago
South Mama, a popular musical group formed in 2004 with support from Jay Chou, is facing an internal feud. Member Lara, along with others, returned to the music scene under a new name 'South Mama X,' while another faction formed 'Little South Mama.' Amid disagreements over the use of the group's name, member Head was shocked when current leader Yu-Hao arbitrarily withheld 10 million NT dollars. Head expressed disappointment and financial loss, given his absence from performances. Despite this, Head remains hopeful for a resolution in the future.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The surge of streaming platforms has transformed the landscape of Korean drama production, with more movie actors like Choi Min-sik starring in Disney+ series 'The Elite,' and Song Kang-ho teaming up with director Shin Yeon-shik for Disney+ show 'Uncle Opposite Poverty', receiving positive reviews and being dubbed as 'International Uncle.' The improved production conditions and higher budgets in OTT series have attracted more film actors like Song Kang-ho, Choi Min-sik, and Seok Kyung-hwa to transition to television dramas.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Federal Reserve's dot plot chart indicates only one interest rate cut this year, with a less hawkish stance having little impact on the stock market. Last week's US Consumer Price Index (CPI) showed a 3.3% year-on-year increase, lower than expected, with no growth on a monthly basis. Core CPI, a key focus for the Fed, also fell below market expectations. Despite maintaining rates unchanged in the Federal Open Market Committee meeting as predicted, the median forecast in the dot plot suggests a decrease from two to one rate cut this year. Factors such as progress in inflation and questioning of employment data authenticity by Fed Chair Powell suggest a potential future rate cut. Global stock markets hit historic highs.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Former baseball player Wang Jun-lang, known for his impressive record of 187 consecutive games in the Chinese Professional Baseball League, was recently involved in a divorce case with his wife. Wang's wife accused him of infidelity and cited his public appearances with his mistress as a married couple, leading to a court order for Wang to pay 600,000 NT dollars in compensation. This scandal adds to the recent controversies surrounding the owner of the hotel where Wang worked and other similar cases of infidelity in Taiwan.
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Reported about 1 year ago
After one month in office, the Lai Ching-te and Zhuo Rong-tai administration is seen as still in the process of coordination, facing challenges such as the controversy over parliamentary power reform. The new cabinet, known as the 'Action AI Cabinet,' is dealing with difficulties in effectively leading discussions, with officials' speeches being off-key occasionally, and the ruling party and legislative team adjusting their strategies. The administration is urged to swiftly adjust through major challenges such as parliamentary reform and enhance social communication to gain public support. The finance cabinet, once highlighted, is receiving criticism from within the party for its lack of understanding or focus on Taiwan's traditional and small-medium industries.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Displaced residents strongly criticize former and current mayors of Taipei City, Ko Wen-je (left) and Chiang Wan-an (right), as a fraudulent group. The Taipei City government faces backlash over the plan to build the Binhai Water Resource Regeneration Center, leading to large-scale land acquisition. Many local residents had their land acquired over 30 years ago for road widening, leaving them with significantly smaller properties. Now facing another round of planned acquisition, they fear homelessness. Despite collective protests and administrative lawsuits, the city government proceeds with forceful acquisitions. Started over three years ago by then-mayor Ko Wen-je, the Binhai Water Resource Regeneration Center project near Songshan Airport was met with resident resistance due to rushed procedures. After taking office, Chiang Wan-an decided to continue the project and obtained approval for forced acquisitions from the Ministry of the Interior, aiming for the center to be operational by 2030. Despite plans for a scenic park, allowing people to watch airplanes while lying down, the residents remain infuriated by the city government's actions.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Ko Chen-Tung sustained injuries to his face from a drone accident while filming a drama last year, requiring 30 stitches. The incident also affected the early stages of filming for 'Not Enough Kindness'. Other actors like Zhang Jin and Hu Yuwei have also suffered severe injuries while filming, with Zhang Jin recently undergoing surgery for an undisclosed project and Hu Yuwei breaking his ankle during a motorbike accident.
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Reported about 1 year ago
It has been a month since Lai Ching-te and Cho Rong-tae assumed office, with their new team still in the process of getting familiar with each other. The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) sees the new administration facing challenges in leading amidst controversies over parliamentary authority reforms since President Lai took office. There is a need for more effective leadership and communication within the ruling team, as well as adjustments to face the looming challenges ahead. While some DPP members are patient with President Lai, the opposition Kuomintang also acknowledges the need for a more stable operational approach in the new parliamentary term starting in September.
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Reported about 1 year ago
F.I.R., a former member Faye (Wendy Chien) accused band leader Chen Chien-ning of forging her signature during contract signing. The band named Nan Quan Mama, after 20 years since formation and five generation changes, faced internal conflict resulting in legal battles when member Yuhao sued another member. Other bands like EggPlantEgg, Hormone Boys, and F.I.R. have also experienced internal disputes and splits due to various issues like unequal distribution of earnings.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Twenty households in Taipei's Dadaocheng neighborhood have officially filed an administrative lawsuit against the Taipei City Government for the unjust land acquisition in order to construct the Riverside Water Resources Recycling Center, which led to protests from affected residents who fear being left homeless. They are angered by the low compensation prices imposed by the city government for their homes, which are to be demolished for the project. The residents have formed a self-help association to resist the forced evictions and have initiated legal actions against the city government.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Former Brother Elephant's baseball player Wang Chun-lang, known for his impressive record of 187 consecutive games, is entangled in a legal battle with his long-separated wife over property distribution. Wang's wife accused him of infidelity for many years and presented evidence of his public intimacy with his mistress, leading the court to rule in favor of the wife with a compensation of 600,000 NTD. This scandal involving the ex-baseball star has stirred attention and drawn comparisons to a similar case in Tainan with a similar outcome.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Song Kang-ho stars as 'Uncle Three-meals' in the Disney+ series 'Uncle', a role custom-made for him by director Shin Yeon-shik, marking his first TV drama in 34 years of career. The influx of Korean A-list actors to the small screen is attributed to the global expansion of the Korean drama market, with Disney+ developing high-quality original content like 'Uncle' which has garnered attention from acclaimed actors like Song Kang-ho and Choi Min-sik. Disney+ Asia-Pacific VP of Original Content Carol Choi's visit to Korea highlighted the success of Korean dramas like 'MOVING' and the impact they have on the global market.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The economic cabinet led by the Lai administration became the focus of complaints from DPP legislators as the parliamentary reform bill is set for a vote on June 21. Despite preparations from both the blue and green camps, there is ongoing tension between the DPP caucus and the cabinet team during the adjustment period. Some green legislators even described the cabinet members as coming from an 'alien cabinet,' expressing concerns over their focus on high-tech industries rather than traditional and small-medium businesses. On the other hand, the DPP caucus is still adjusting strategies as the minority in the current legislature, with tensions highlighted by an incident where DPP caucus chief Ko Wen-je questioned the unfamiliarity of a Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) chair during discussions, reflecting challenges faced by the administration in navigating the political landscape.
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Reported about 1 year ago
In the second season of 'Who's the Victim?', Zhang Xiaoquan faces difficulties communicating with his rebellious daughter, both on-screen and off-screen as he shares struggles with his 5-year-old son who is talkative and lively. Zhang hopes to be a better communicator and friend to his children during their rebellious phase, acknowledging the importance of understanding and guiding without hindering their growth. The series' themes of relationships and understanding resonate deeply with Zhang, highlighting the importance of empathy and communication in today's society.
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Reported about 1 year ago
As part of the construction of the Binjiang Water Resources Recycling Center, nearby homes and auto repair shops in Binjiang Street were expropriated. Started by former Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je's plan, currently being executed under the administration of Jiang Wan-an, the project was met with resistance from residents who feel unfairly forced out of their homes for landscaping and parking purposes, questioning the necessity of expropriation. This has led to legal action by 20 households against the Taipei City Government's actions.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Mirror Media's article on June 17, 2024, discusses the collaboration between director Shin Yeon-Shick and actor Song Kang-ho in creating the drama series 'Uncle Anti-Poverty' tailored for Song Kang-ho, marking his first TV series role in his 34-year career. Following their successful movie collaborations, Shin drew inspiration from Song Kang-ho's versatile acting and character portrayals to shape a multi-faceted role for him in the series, depicting an intriguing narrative set in 1960s Korea. The series aims to delve deeper into Song Kang-ho's character, offering a fresh perspective and storytelling approach compared to traditional two-hour films.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Former CPBL star Wang Chunlang has been fined for infidelity after it was revealed that he frequently attends events with a mistress, who is referred to by many as 'Teacher's Wife' due to their close relationship. Despite being married and having a daughter, Wang had a strained relationship with his wife and even requested a divorce. However, the court ruled against him, declaring the mistress as 'adulterous within marriage' and ordering him to pay a fine of 600,000 yuan. Wang's relationship with the mistress has caused controversy and led to a public scandal within Taiwan's baseball community.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Chang Fuxuan criticized former and current Taipei City mayors Ko Wen-je and Jiang Wan'an as a fraudulent group for the large-scale land acquisition for the construction of the Binhai Water Resource Regeneration Center, causing backlash from residents. Residents accuse the city government of being oppressive. They claim that while Jiang Wan'an, as a legislator, previously called on the city government to listen to residents' demands and coordinate effectively, residents now feel disappointed as he, once elected mayor, immediately pushed for forced execution. Many residents facing eviction express anger and sadness over the lack of proper compensation and support from the city government.
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Reported about 1 year ago
As the new government approaches its one-month mark, the legislative branch has been engaged in battles over parliamentary powers followed by rounds of questioning and departmental reports. The friction and challenges within the ruling team have surfaced, with complaints emerging from within the party. One notable incident occurred during a dinner gathering hosted by Zhuo Rong-Tai with Democratic Progressive Party legislators, where the lack of communication and understanding between the executive and legislative branches became apparent. These challenges highlight the ongoing struggles of the Lai administration in its initial stages.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Taiwanese baseball star Wang Junlang, known for his impressive 187 consecutive game appearances, left the field to manage a hotel but found himself entangled in a legal battle with his wife of 40 years who accused him of abandoning their family for years for an affair with another woman. Despite his attempt to claim half of his wife's savings and proceeds from the sale of their property, the court ruled in favor of the wife, recognizing her contributions and suffering caused by his infidelity, ultimately ordering Wang to compensate her 600,000 yuan.
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Reported about 1 year ago
The Disney+ Korean drama 'Uncle of Contrarian Poverty' tells the story of Song Kang-ho, known as the 'Three Meals Uncle,' and idealist Byun Jo-han as they work together to change the hardships of 1960s Korea and help feed the people. Director Shin Yeon-shik collaborated with Song Kang-ho after their films 'Spider's Nest New Universe' and '1 Win,' choosing the rare setting of the 60s in Korea for the story. The drama portrays struggles with poverty and the extreme measures taken for survival, offering a glimpse into the significant historical period and the characters' conflicting yet cherished dreams.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Wang Jun-lang, a former baseball star who played for Brother Elephants, transitioned from a player to head coach, leading the Sinon Bulls to the championship series after leaving the team. Wang, known for his dedication to the sport, had a remarkable career starting from his high school days at Nan Ying High School and becoming a founding member of the Brother Elephants. Despite facing setbacks in his playing career, he achieved the rare feat of playing 180 consecutive games in three seasons, being named the 'Iron Man' of CPBL. However, his post-retirement life took a controversial turn when a court ruled against him in a case involving extramarital affairs.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Since taking office, Tsai's government has faced internal complaints from within the Democratic Progressive Party, highlighting the need for better coordination and communication. Policy subcommittees that were once effective in the previous term are struggling to convene meetings in the current term, with some key issues like the financial budget bill not being submitted by the Cabinet for discussion. The opposition Kuomintang has shifted its strategy to focus on social welfare bills, putting pressure on the DPP. Concerns are raised over the lack of leadership in setting the agenda by the government, as the DPP faces challenges in countering the KMT's tactics.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Director Shin Yoon-shil led the main cast of the drama series in a press conference in Korea, expressing hope that viewers can witness different eras of Korea through the work. The series marks Shin Yoon-shil's first time directing a Korean drama since his 2003 film 'The Piano Lesson' and has gained attention for completing 16 episodes in just 5 months, showcasing remarkable efficiency in the Korean drama industry. Despite the challenges, the production team’s familiarity with filming and professionalism of actors like Song Kang-ho and others played a crucial role in achieving such efficiency.
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Reported about 1 year ago
Mr. Zhang, a resident, protested against being undervalued for land expropriation by the North Taipei City Government, only to face further difficulties. The government plans to build the 'Binjiang Water Resources Recycling Center' near Songshan Airport, leading to public outrage over residents' homes being undervalued or coerced into agreeing. Residents accuse the city government of employing dark tactics, such as intimidating long-term tenants and spreading fear to push people out. Legal issues regarding the lack of adequate compensation, procedural irregularities, and conflicting justifications for the construction further fuel the discontentment among affected residents.
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