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TaiwanPlus Launches Groundbreaking Documentary Series Spotlighting State-of-the-Art Mega Factories Across Taiwan

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Monday, February 26, 2024

TAIPEI, Feb. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- TaiwanPlus is excited to officially announce the debut of its exclusive documentary series, 'Taiwan's Mega Factories.' Comprising five compelling episodes, the series is dedicated to uncovering the inner workings of Taiwan's renowned manufacturing giants that have shaped the landscape of mega factories.

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  • Witness the Future of Manufacturing Through This Five-Part Series Available From February 6, 2024
    TAIPEI, Feb. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- TaiwanPlus is excited to officially announce the debut of its exclusive documentary series, 'Taiwan's Mega Factories.'
  • Comprising five compelling episodes, the series is dedicated to uncovering the inner workings of Taiwan's renowned manufacturing giants that have shaped the landscape of mega factories.
  • 'Taiwan's Mega Factories' promises viewers an unparalleled behind-the-scenes glimpse into some of the world's most extraordinary and unique facilities.
  • Catch the first episode of 'Taiwan's Mega Factories' available now on the TaiwanPlus Docs YouTube channel.

TaiwanPlus Celebrates the 60th Anniversary of the Golden Horse Awards With "Golden Decades: Cinematic Masters of the Golden Horse Awards"

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

TAIPEI, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- To celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Golden Horse Awards, TaiwanPlus presents "Golden Decades: Cinematic Masters of the Golden Horse Awards." This online film curation pays homage to Chinese-language cinema's history, with a focus on the influential 1960s, 70s, and 80s. Featuring eight classic films by renowned directors and filmmakers Li Han-hsiang, Lee Hsing, and Chen Kun-hou, the curation offers a captivating glimpse into Chinese-language cinema's richness across Taiwan, Hong Kong, and China, leaving a significant mark on the broader Asian film landscape.

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  • Lifetime Achievement Award Winner Chen Kun-hou, Li Han-hsiang, and Lee Hsing
    Available to Watch on TaiwanPlus Through May 17, 2024
    TAIPEI, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- To celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Golden Horse Awards, TaiwanPlus presents "Golden Decades: Cinematic Masters of the Golden Horse Awards."
  • The Golden Horse Awards , often regarded as Taiwan's counterpart to the Academy Awards, stands as one of the most esteemed awards shows in the Chinese-speaking film industry.
  • 'Golden Decades' aims to expand the global reach of the Golden Horse Awards, truly showcasing Chinese-language cinema's profound impact on diverse audiences and momentum in Asia.
  • "Golden Decades: Cinematic Masters of the Golden Horse Awards" is available to view now, free of charge, on TaiwanPlus' website.

TaiwanPlus and ARTE Team Up to Strike a Chord With "BPM ECSTASY: The Techno Wave Between Taipei and Beijing"

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

TAIPEI, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TaiwanPlus and ARTE, in partnership with ZORBA and Volos Films, present 'BPM ECSTASY: The Techno Wave Between Taipei and Beijing.' This energetic four-episode docuseries by Director Olivier Richard takes a captivating yet personal approach to exploring the underground techno scenes in both Taiwan and China, following various DJs as they navigate and hunt for the key to reignite the community. 'BPM ECSTASY' will premiere on TaiwanPlus Docs YouTube Channel on November 11, followed by its release on ARTE's YouTube Channel, website and social media on November 14 for European audiences.

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  • Available on TaiwanPlus November 11, 2023
    TAIPEI, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TaiwanPlus and ARTE, in partnership with ZORBA and Volos Films , present 'BPM ECSTASY: The Techno Wave Between Taipei and Beijing.'
  • 'BPM ECSTASY' will premiere on TaiwanPlus Docs YouTube Channel on November 11, followed by its release on ARTE's YouTube Channel , website and social media on November 14 for European audiences.
  • 'BPM ECSTASY' is the first Taiwanese-French collaborative series of its kind, showcasing ZORBA and Volos Films' filmmaking and storytelling talent.
  • Watch the trailer and stay tuned for 'BPM ECSTASY: The Techno Wave Between Taipei and Beijing.'

TaiwanPlus and VICE Explore Taiwan's Evolving Modern Culture in 'Gen Taiwan'

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

TAIPEI, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TaiwanPlus and VICE have joined forces to create "Gen Taiwan," a docuseries on Taiwan's modern culture. The collaboration aims to explore Taiwan from underreported angles, including the unique dangers of online dating in Taiwan, the intersection between music and politics, and the cracks in the foundation of Taiwan's renowned healthcare system. The six-episode series will be released on TaiwanPlus and across the VICE network weekly through October 13, 2023.

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  • TAIPEI, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TaiwanPlus and VICE have joined forces to create "Gen Taiwan," a docuseries on Taiwan's modern culture.
  • The six-episode series will be released on TaiwanPlus and across the VICE network weekly through October 13, 2023.
  • TaiwanPlus and VICE have worked together to explore topics rarely seen in international media on Taiwan, which is largely dominated by tech news and cross-strait relations.
  • Nilesh Zaveri, Managing Director, VICE Media Group APAC said: "VICE is trusted by young audiences worldwide to deliver a distinct perspective on culture.

'Jason's Table': Taiwan's Master Chefs meet MasterChef

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023

TAIPEI, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Although Taiwanese food is steadily growing in popularity, its unique ingredients and more uncommon dishes are often lost in translation. "Jason's Table: Masterful Dishes," available September 18, 2023 for free on TaiwanPlus, sets out to explore its nuances by exhibiting Taiwanese cuisine through modern reinterpretation. Hosted by Jason Wang, Season 8 runner-up of MasterChef, "Jason's Table" is one of the first global programs dedicated specifically to Taiwanese cuisine.  

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  • "Jason's Table: Masterful Dishes," available September 18, 2023 for free on TaiwanPlus , sets out to explore its nuances by exhibiting Taiwanese cuisine through modern reinterpretation.
  • Hosted by Jason Wang, Season 8 runner-up of MasterChef, "Jason's Table" is one of the first global programs dedicated specifically to Taiwanese cuisine.
  • "Jason's Table" explores the heart of Taiwanese cuisine through 12 intricate dishes created by award-winning chefs across the nation, beginning with White Snow Osmanthus Crab.
  • He pairs each dish with his own interpretation — blending both Taiwanese and western techniques to reflect his multicultural background.

Taiwanese Food With a Modern Twist: 'Kitchen Remix' on TaiwanPlus

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Friday, June 9, 2023

TAIPEI, June 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As Taiwanese cuisine continues to gain popularity worldwide, TaiwanPlus is releasing "Kitchen Remix," an original cooking show exploring traditional Taiwanese recipes through a modern lens. Hosted by renowned author and food writer Clarissa Wei and comedian-influencer Brandon O'Neal, the program takes viewers through the history and cooking processes behind 10 iconic Taiwanese dishes — all with a contemporary, light-hearted twist. Episodes of "Kitchen Remix" will be released weekly on the TaiwanPlus YouTube channel, website, and app beginning on June 12, 2023.

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  • TAIPEI, June 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As Taiwanese cuisine continues to gain popularity worldwide, TaiwanPlus is releasing "Kitchen Remix," an original cooking show exploring traditional Taiwanese recipes through a modern lens.
  • Episodes of "Kitchen Remix" will be released weekly on the TaiwanPlus YouTube channel , website , and app beginning on June 12, 2023.
  • Although bubble tea and Taiwanese fried chicken are popular in most major cities, according to Clarissa Wei, most people in the West have an incomplete understanding of Taiwanese food.
  • 'Kitchen Remix' is also an exploration of multicultural fusion and translation, reflecting the Taiwanese American identity of Wei and O'Neal, as well as the cross-cultural mission of TaiwanPlus.

Taiwanese Food With a Modern Twist: 'Kitchen Remix' on TaiwanPlus

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Friday, June 9, 2023

TAIPEI, June 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As Taiwanese cuisine continues to gain popularity worldwide, TaiwanPlus is releasing "Kitchen Remix," an original cooking show exploring traditional Taiwanese recipes through a modern lens. Hosted by renowned author and food writer Clarissa Wei and comedian-influencer Brandon O'Neal, the program takes viewers through the history and cooking processes behind 10 iconic Taiwanese dishes — all with a contemporary, light-hearted twist. Episodes of "Kitchen Remix" will be released weekly on the TaiwanPlus YouTube channel, website, and app beginning on June 12, 2023.

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  • TAIPEI, June 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As Taiwanese cuisine continues to gain popularity worldwide, TaiwanPlus is releasing "Kitchen Remix," an original cooking show exploring traditional Taiwanese recipes through a modern lens.
  • Episodes of "Kitchen Remix" will be released weekly on the TaiwanPlus YouTube channel , website , and app beginning on June 12, 2023.
  • Although bubble tea and Taiwanese fried chicken are popular in most major cities, according to Clarissa Wei, most people in the West have an incomplete understanding of Taiwanese food.
  • 'Kitchen Remix' is also an exploration of multicultural fusion and translation, reflecting the Taiwanese American identity of Wei and O'Neal, as well as the cross-cultural mission of TaiwanPlus.

'Our Ocean: The Fight for Sustainability' Advances TaiwanPlus's Commitment to Environmental Protection

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

TAIPEI, June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Common problems demand uncommon solutions to avert an oncoming crisis facing the world's oceans. That is the message of "Our Ocean: The Fight for Sustainability," the five-part docuseries premiering on World Ocean Day on June 8, 2023 on TaiwanPlus. The program not only highlights the global challenges of ocean conservation, but also further demonstrates TaiwanPlus's commitment to sustainability and education through its news and programming.

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  • That is the message of "Our Ocean: The Fight for Sustainability," the five-part docuseries premiering on World Ocean Day on June 8, 2023 on TaiwanPlus .
  • The program not only highlights the global challenges of ocean conservation, but also further demonstrates TaiwanPlus's commitment to sustainability and education through its news and programming.
  • TaiwanPlus CEO Michael Yu said, "Taiwan's impending ocean crisis is a microcosm of a larger global environmental challenge.
  • 'Our Ocean' further fulfills TaiwanPlus's commitment to highlighting pressing issues facing the world today, which of course includes the climate crisis."

'Our Ocean: The Fight for Sustainability' Advances TaiwanPlus's Commitment to Environmental Protection

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

TAIPEI, June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Common problems demand uncommon solutions to avert an oncoming crisis facing the world's oceans. That is the message of "Our Ocean: The Fight for Sustainability," the five-part docuseries premiering on World Ocean Day on June 8, 2023 on TaiwanPlus. The program not only highlights the global challenges of ocean conservation, but also further demonstrates TaiwanPlus's commitment to sustainability and education through its news and programming.

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  • That is the message of "Our Ocean: The Fight for Sustainability," the five-part docuseries premiering on World Ocean Day on June 8, 2023 on TaiwanPlus .
  • The program not only highlights the global challenges of ocean conservation, but also further demonstrates TaiwanPlus's commitment to sustainability and education through its news and programming.
  • TaiwanPlus CEO Michael Yu said, "Taiwan's impending ocean crisis is a microcosm of a larger global environmental challenge.
  • 'Our Ocean' further fulfills TaiwanPlus's commitment to highlighting pressing issues facing the world today, which of course includes the climate crisis."

TaiwanPlus Brings the Taiwan Story to New York's Annual Passport to Taiwan

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023

TAIPEI, May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TaiwanPlus , the global news and infotainment streaming platform, makes its foray into the U.S. by sponsoring the annual Passport to Taiwan Festival in New York City this Sunday, May 28, 2023.

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  • TAIPEI, May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TaiwanPlus , the global news and infotainment streaming platform, makes its foray into the U.S. by sponsoring the annual Passport to Taiwan Festival in New York City this Sunday, May 28, 2023.
  • TaiwanPlus is bringing the Taiwan experience to the U.S. at its interactive booth, which will include giveaways and a 360-degree photo booth simulating a night market scene.
  • TaiwanPlus Deputy CEO Bimal Kapoor said: "We are delighted to participate in this year's Passport to Taiwan Festival in New York City, bringing both TaiwanPlus and Taiwan closer to American viewers.
  • We look forward to welcoming visitors to our booth to experience Taiwan through TaiwanPlus' expanding content range."