Copycats Try Climbing Taipei 101 After Alex Honnold’s Live Free-Solo Climb On Netflix

It goes without saying that this should not be attempted by plebs. It was a nerve-wracking 91 minutes when the world watched acclaimed American climber Alex Honnold, 40, scale the Taipei 101 skyscraper without ropes, safety harnesses or protective gear. The stunt was streamed live on Netfix on January 25. But despite Netflix's pre-show warning that this should...

Michelle Yeoh Under Fire; First For Calling Taiwan A Country, Then For Writing “Taipei China” In IG Post

The Oscar-winning actress didn't seem bothered by all the online accusations directed at her though.  Malaysian actress Michelle Yeoh may be the pride and joy of Asia, but a recent trip to Taiwan seems to have rubbed many Chinese netizens off the wrong way. The 62-year-old was at the opening of Tiffany & Co.’s flagship store at Taipei 101 on...

Taiwanese Influencer Attacked In Public, Says Everyone She Has Had Arguments With Is A Suspect

The influencer, Chen Yee, has been known to offend people with her harsh remarks in a bid to gain views online. Imagine minding your own business when you are suddenly clobbered for no apparent reason. Taiwanese influencer Chen Yee, 39, was reportedly attacked on the streets of Taipei on Monday (Feb 5) by a twentysomething man known only by...

Gigi Leung, 47, Sings With Street Musician, Wins Praise For Her Voice

How good does she sound? It's been 28 years since Hong Kong singer Gigi Leung entered showbiz, and a recent video of the now 47-year-old star showed that she can still belt out her songs perfectly on the spot. Filmed in November this year, Gigi was a guest on Taiwanese variety show Starlight Cloud. Hosts Kid and Qun Qun...