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Paul Simon to Perform in Taipei
For the first time in his lengthy career, American songwriter and singer Paul Simon will perform live in Taipei. With an illustrious career complete with 12 Grammys and an induction to the United States Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the renowned singer's appearance in Taipei will be a unique moment for the city and the singer alike.
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Fukushima's Legacy Hits Well Outside of Japan
Resistance abounds at a Taipei rally organized against the continued construction of a nuclear power plant in New Taipei City. The protest specifically calls upon the Premier to forestall the project by rejecting an additional budget, a move inspired by a steadfast opposition to even the possibility of a Fukushima-like disaster and the inherent danger of nuclear power.
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Taipei Boasts Personalized Chocolate Services
Personalized chocolate, a novel idea that's been gaining traction in outlets around the world has taken root in Taipei in the form of ChocoForAll, a small internet based company that really puts the “personalize” in personalized chocolate. Allowing visitors to customize their chocolates down to the ingredients, not just the form, the new outlet has been a hit at home and potentially abroad.
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Hawaiian Airlines Opens Taipei Service
The eager anticipation for the new, much more convenient route to the Chinese island is over as Hawaiian Airlines has opened its gates and put tickets on sale for its direct flights between Honolulu and Taipei. Though the final details are to be hammered out with the Taiwanese government, flights are expected to run on Sundays, Tuesday and Thursdays and arrive the following day.
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45,000 Hit Taipei Streets in Marathon
A stunning array of more than 45,000 runners hit the streets in the 2012 Fubon Taipei Marathon, an event drawing in athletes both professional and amateur from around the world. Complete with "armies" of cheerleaders and several associated events, the December 16th marathon was quite the spectacle.
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Zubin Mehta Plays in Taipei
January 13th will see Zubin Mehta take to the stage in Taipei as he leads the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra in celebration of the New Year. With a program featuring some of the most recognizable names in musical history, including Johann Strauss II, Taipei is ready to usher in the New Year in style.
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Taipei Auto Show Launches with Promising Numbers
Already up from last year's numbers, the Taipei Auto Show is expected to bring in nearly 200,000 visitors, a marked improvement from previous shows and a healthy boost to Taipei's already recovering economy. Experts can't agree, however, how much this will influence the car market which has, historically, been struggling in Taiwan.
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Taipei to Set Skies Aflame For New Years
A New Year's celebration at the TAIPEI 101 in Taiwan has gotten the green light for what promises to be one sensational show. Espousing the “More is better” philosophy, the TAIPEI 101 promises more fireworks, more music, and more excitement than ever before in an event that, no matter what, will be one to remember in this fabulous city.
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Silver Mines Tie Japan and Taiwan, Tourists Benefit
A little known connection between two very historic mines in Japan and Taiwan has lead a delegation from Japan to Taipei to arrange for a cultural exchange that will see treasures from both nations on display, a boon to tourists looking for a bit of history to add to their journey.
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December 23 Sees Taipei Christmas Climax
The last two days before Christmas Eve in Taipei will see an impressive array of 30 concerts, performances and events including Hawaiian dancers, the popular S.H.E. Girl group, and a circus, the local government announced Tuesday. All of this comes at the heel of a month-long celebration of Christmas, a real demonstration of holiday cheer.
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Dutch Visit Taipei for Innovation Exhibition
A design exhibition in Taipei has exploited two stereotypes that neither country should be ashamed of: it – whatever it was – was made in Taiwan, and the Dutch just get innovative design. Seeking to garner public interest in the integration of “humanity and technology,” the “Made in Brainport” exhibition will showcase numerous Dutch innovations in an effort to develop high quality products that improve residents' quality of life.
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Hawaiian Airlines to Start Direct Flights to Taipei
Travelers to Taipei will be excited for Hawaiian Airlines recent announcement: starting in July 2013, direct flights between Honolulu and the bustling island capitol will begin, and is slated as a move that is expected to cut costs and simplify travel for tourists both from the U.S. and Taiwan. With Taipei's tourist industry booming, the move is timed perfectly for both regions.
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Taiwanese Company Sale Sparks Taipei Protests
In a move that would go all but unnoticed in the west, aware and concerned citizens in Taiwan have taken to Taipei's streets in protest against a controversial deal that will see Hong Kong's Jimmy Lai transfer a sizable portion of Taiwan holdings to a pro-Chinese business group. Several major media outlets will move into the hands of the new group, a concern for many Taiwanese citizens.
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Taipei Celebrates First Asian Culture Day
The irony of an Asian city hosting an Asian Culture Day notwithstanding, Taipei has rolled out an impressive celebration of cultures from around the massive and diverse Asian continent. Bringing with it major hits like South Korea's “JUMP” performance, the event also featured booths with just about everything imaginable from countries near and far.
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Taiwan Film Festival Hosts Controversial Director
Lou Ye produces works not always appreciated by the CCP, but in a potentially controversial move given the political climate of the region, Taipei will host his film “Mystery” as part of Taiwan's Golden Horse Film Festival, an event recognized as the “Chinese-language Oscars.” The honors ceremony is set to be held November 24th.
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