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Taiwan approves Andy Lau’s concert after confirming no harmful statements. Minister Chiu highlights freedom and inclusivity. Concert rescheduled due to typhoon.

Taiwanese actor Wu Kang-ren will miss the 59th Golden Bell Awards due to work commitments. His absence amid growing ties with China has stirred public debate.

Taiwanese actor Wu Kang-ren shared a People’s Daily post on Weibo celebrating China’s 75th anniversary, sparking mixed reactions. Some praised his gesture, while others criticized his wording.

Premier Cho Jung-tai stresses the need for long-term planning in constructing a new stadium in southern Taiwan. Legislator Tsai Chi-chang highlights the benefits of the Taipei Dome.

Discover the latest on actor Wu Kang-ren’s potential career move to China and Director Wang I-hsin’s supportive yet cautionary response. Explore the implications of Wu’s past political activism on this decision.

Discover the latest on Taiwan’s economy: August’s Consumer Price Index rose by 2.36%, marking the fourth month of inflation above 2%. Factors include higher rents and dining costs, offset by lower egg and fuel prices. A trend toward stability is expected.

Explore the controversy as KMT legislator Wang Hung-wei criticizes the blocking of a Chinese singer’s concert in Taiwan over political tensions, calling for a balance between politics and consumer rights.

Discover how actor Sunny Wang responded to the backlash over his ＂sissy＂ comment, admitting it was inappropriate and expressing his intention for personal growth.

Discover the latest on Taiwan’s amusement tax changes: Finance Minister Chuang Tsui-yun announces reductions for most entertainment taxes, while golf remains at 20%. Local governments gain the power to suspend taxes on sports and cultural events. Learn more about the implications for local revenue and industry development.

加拿大媒體巨頭康力斯娛樂（Corus Entertainment Inc.）日前宣布，8月底之前、該公司將再次裁員300人，結合先前5月的500人，該媒體將有800名員工，在這波裁員潮中面臨失業。康力斯娛樂是環球新聞網（Global News）的母公司，執行長高斯林（John Gossling）在聲明中表示，考量現實環境因素，外加公司年度虧損缺口愈來愈嚴重，只能透過精簡人力和削減成本支出，維持整個集團正常營運。

Andy Lau’s return to Taipei after 11 years for a concert series at Taipei Arena from Oct. 31 to Nov. 3, Mayor Chiang Wan-an stated that the concert is set to boost the city’s tourism and economy, alongside other star-studded performances.

Explore the latest on cross-strait relations as China’s TAO praises Taiwanese artists for sharing pro-China posts, amidst criticism of the DPP’s ＂green terror.＂ Learn more about the cultural and political implications.

Discover how Taiwan’s EVA Air ranks in the ＂2024 World’s Best Airlines＂ by AirlineRatings.com, alongside the top performers like Qatar Airways and the criteria used for evaluation. Learn about the best in various airline categories, from business class to environmental efforts.

Discover how China’s political pressure on Taiwanese artists threatens artistic freedom and deepens tensions, as criticized by the Mainland Affairs Council.

Discover how Taiwanese Director Wei Te-sheng’s apology to TSMC over controversial remarks aims to bridge the gap between Taiwan’s tech and cultural sectors. Read more about his promise and the potential for collaboration.

Experience the electrifying concert that made history in Yilan as Accusefive’s ’Around the New World’ tour drew over 40,000 fans, boosting local tourism and setting records. Witness the spectacle of 8,000 fireworks and the band’s unforgettable performances, including their chart-topping hits.

aespa’s Karina and actor Lee Jae-wook are confirmed to be in a romantic relationship, as revealed by South Korean paparazzi ＂Dispatch.＂ Both SM Entertainment and C-JeS Studio have acknowledged the couple’s budding romance. The two are currently getting to know each other better, with Lee Jae-wook filming while Karina balances her busy schedule.

BLACKPINK’s Jisoo surprises fans with the launch of her personal brand BLISSOO, signaling a focus on acting. The official website garners high traffic as Jisoo’s solo activities are confirmed, sparking speculation on her future in the K-POP industry.

The Taiwan High Speed Rail Corporation (THSRC) plans to recruit over 100 new talents, including maintenance technicians, engineers, and professionals in various fields. Generous offers include a monthly salary of up to NT$48,000 for electrical and signal maintenance technicians. The corporation provides comprehensive employee benefits, such as allowances and subsidies for food, clothing, accommodation, transportation, education, and entertainment. New employees will undergo three to six months of comprehensive training and must pass an assessment before starting their shifts. The THSRC also offers educational training opportunities for employees to complete professional training effectively and safely.

YOASOBI’s concert at Zepp New Taipei attracts 2,000 fans, promising an encore in Taiwan. Lead vocalist Ikura expresses gratitude to Taiwanese fans and recites a letter in Mandarin. The event was organized by Fun Entertainment, which required real-name registration for tickets and carefully checked identifications upon entry. Refunds were permitted within three days of purchase, with allowances for unforeseen circumstances.

South Korean actor Lee Sun-kyun was found deceased in his car on Wednesday (Dec. 27), shocking the South Korean entertainment industry. Promotional events and meetings for the movie ＂12.12: The Day＂ starring Jung Woo-sung and Hwang Jung-min have been canceled. The public press conference for the drama ＂Marry My Husband＂ starring Park Min-young has been postponed. Lee’s projects, ＂Silence＂ and ＂The Land of Happiness,＂ may now face delays. ＂Silence＂ had been invited to the Cannes Film Festival and was scheduled for release later this year or early next year. ＂The Land of Happiness＂ has been completed, with release times under consideration. Film distributors had planned to wait for the outcome of an investigation into Lee’s drug use allegations before deciding on the release date, but after his death, the timeline has become uncertain.

Korean actor Lee Sun-kyun found dead in apparent suicide by charcoal burning. Investigation into drug-related issue connected to him expected to halt. Lee left a letter for his wife before disappearing. Previous drug tests came back negative. Police will entirely halt investigation due to Lee’s death. Public urged to reject drugs and seek help if needed.

Chu Tien-yu from Taiwan achieved remarkable success at the 2023 Mister Friendship International pageant, securing second place overall and winning the national costume award. Additionally, he received recognition as the runner-up in the swimsuit competition. Chu expressed gratitude to his fans both in Taiwan and abroad for their unwavering support. Overjoyed by the opportunity to represent his country and fulfill his childhood aspiration of becoming a model, Chu’s emotions were evident. Despite holding a master’s degree in Physics from National Taiwan University and working at Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), Chu chose to embark on a new journey in the entertainment industry to pursue his dreams of glamour and fame.

Join the star-studded New Year’s Eve celebration in Taichung, Taiwan, featuring Korea’s hip-hop queen, Jessi. Golden Bell Awards hosts Ken Lin and Gladys Tsai will ensure a night full of entertainment. Other performers include Namewee, Nick Chou, Crowd Lu, Nine Chen, Kenny Khoo, Gail, Chang Ruo-fan, Cosmos People, and Amazing Show. The event will also feature a 180-second international-level fireworks display. Watch the festivities live on platforms like Taiwan Mobile’s MyVideo.

The newly appointed Chairperson of the New Media Entertainment Association (NMEA), Daphne Lee, emphasizes the importance of funding, talent, and global integration for Taiwan’s content industry to succeed. At the 2023 Asiahub New Media Summit in Taipei, Lee highlights the need for cross-sector collaboration and industry chain integration in the AI era. The summit features six main themes, 19 keynote speeches, panel discussions, and 7 workshops with 60 speakers. Participants, such as LINE Taiwan Managing Director Roger Chen, discuss Taiwan’s soft power, industry upgrade, transformation, and global outreach. Videoland Television Network Chairman Lee Chung-pei suggests creating quality content to ensure profitability and establish funding recovery mechanisms. Lin Chien-han, Chairman of Taiwan Secom, shares the company’s dual strategy of investment and production, moving from DVD rental services to investing in Taiwanese films. Lin also discusses how Taiwanese creative content is breaking into the international market by integrating local culture and socio-political issues, citing successful films like ＂The Candidate＂ and ＂The Bridge Curse.＂