Far-right influencer shot in US once created video about Taiwan

Far-right influencer shot in US once created video about Taiwan

2025-09-12

Ultra-conservative and Trumpist influencer Charlie Kirk was killed on Wednesday during an event at a university in Utah. The activist was beloved by supporters for his far-right views, which include climate change denialism, opposition to abortion and LGBT rights, and promoting false claims about Covid. In Taiwan however, some media focus after his death has centered on a clip from an exchange he once had with a Chinese university student. Let’s watch it.

- Is Taiwan, Taiwan? Or is it land of the Chinese Communist Party?

- We call it Taiwan. We recognize the situation in our government.

- Okay, so it’s not China’s. It’s its own sovereign autonomous country?

- We call them Taiwan. We recognize how they are separate, but they still belong to us legally.

Charlie Kirk (March 2025)
Far-right influencer
The difference is this. In totalitarian countries, human beings are little parts of a broader machine to be put in. In a free society you’re all independent souls that are made in the image of God. That you have to understand what freedom and liberty is and to grow into something greater.

Kirk was a strong ally of the Trump administration. After dropping out of university, he founded Turning Point USA with the goal of spreading conservative ideals in college campuses. One of his key strategies was challenging students in polarizing debates and then making them into videos to spread online. Trump has ordered flags to be flown at half-staff for four days following Kirk’s death and has posthumously conferred him a Presidential Medal of Freedom.

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#charliekirk #farright #rightwing #climatechangedenialism #trumpism #maga

挺川普網紅柯克遭槍殺生前嗆爆中生言論曝光

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美國政治評論員柯克，周三遭到暗殺，美國總統川普，透過白宮頻道，表達憤怒，更追授柯克平民最高榮譽的「總統自由勳章」。柯克過去曾和中國學生辯論，對於中國學生說，台灣屬於中國，柯克不以為然。

-你們稱台灣是台灣，還是中國共產黨的領土?

-我們稱呼它台灣，我們承認我們政府的情況。

-所以台灣不是中國的，它擁有自己的主權，而且是一個自治國家?

-我們稱呼它台灣，我們了解到它是如何分離的，但在法律上仍屬於中國。

[[美國政治評論員柯克 (2025.3)]]
“這就是差異，在極權國家，人民只是政權機器的一小部分，但在自由社會，每個人都是按照上帝形象，創造出來的獨立靈魂，你必須了解自由是什麼，並成長為更好的人。”

31歲的柯克，社區大學休學後，就創立"美國轉類點"，網站有數百萬追隨者，也是川普的頭號盟友。堅定捍衛自由民主，柯克不幸過世，美國也降半旗4天哀悼。

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The beginnings and golden age of pop music at the Taipei City Archives

If you are a music lover, here is a story you might be interested in! A new exhibition in Taipei invites visitors to go back in time to explore Taiwanese pop music history from the 1950s to the 1990s. FTV reporter Stephany Yang takes us down memory lane!

In the early days of Taiwan’s pop music scene, riverside music venues played a key role in local entertainment. The organizers of the exhibition have recreated a riverside concert to honor the roots of Taipei’s pop music.

Hsiung Ju-hsien
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Back in the 1950s, one of the earliest pop music scenes in Taipei emerged along the Tamsui River. It was the post-war era, and people had very little in the way of entertainment. So, by the riverside, open-air song stages began to appear. Business people would clear the grass near the riverbank, build stages, and invite performers to sing lyrics on stage.

In the 1960s, Western music became increasingly prominent in Taiwan, especially along Zhongshan North Road, due to the presence of American military bases.

Hsiung Ju-hsien
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In the 1960s, due to the Vietnam War, Taiwan became a place for US military to rest. During that time, American soldiers brought Western music to Taiwan. Many Taiwanese people enjoyed these songs and even formed their own bands. On Zhongshan North Road, there was the American Club and the Grand Hotel. The area was full of pubs and clubs, and everyone was listening to Western music.

Then, in the 1980s, cabaret shows and restaurant performances became popular. By the 1990s, underground rock bands began to emerge. This exhibit explores the rich history of pop music in Taiwan, showcasing iconic vinyl records, cassette tapes, and CDs.

Visitor
Because we are music lovers also so basically, it is quite nostalgic because that is the music of our grandparents. Then, when we come here and visit, I think I can find some of the cassettes still in my house. We saw some score over there and then we learned a little bit. We know how to read the music score so we can sing along. It is quite fun for us.

Visitor
It is quite interesting that it shows so many histories about Taiwan’s music.

Hsiung Ju-hsien
Curator
Taiwan is a very important stepping stone in the development of pop music. We hope to showcase how deeply pop music has been rooted in the city of Taipei from the 1950s to the 1990s, from the songs people listened to, to the cityscape that was shaped by pop culture. This exhibition invites everyone into a space of shared memories — a journey through Taiwan’s pop music history. Here, you’ll see iconic albums that represent each era.

The exhibit is also holding a series of performances, documentary screenings, talks, and even a karaoke competition. The exhibit will be held at the Taipei City Archives until Oct. 19.

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Taichung to host first-ever world fair for birdwatchers

Taiwan is host to an array of animal species, attracting many rare birds. Thanks to this diversity, Taichung was selected to host the first-ever World Bird Fair later this month. It will not only be an annual event for birdwatchers and conservationists, but will also be a stage on which Taiwan can showcase its rich ecology and vision for sustainable tourism to the world.

Dancers dressed in ethereal bird costumes flit across the stage at this opening news conference for the first annual World Bird Fair, to be held in Taichung. It promises to not only be an important meeting of birdwatchers and conservationists, but is also a stage on which Taiwan can showcase its rich ecology to visitors from more than 30 countries.

Huang Shih-fang
Tourism Administration deputy director-general
We can confirm that we’ve been planning this for about 16 months. From the outlying islands to the shore and at sea, it’s rare for such unique landscapes to breed so many bird species.

As it’s located on the Tropic of Cancer, Taiwan serves as a sort of “ark” for 32 endemic bird species. It’s also along the migratory corridor for birds in East Asia, ensuring that its diverse environments have become habitats for many rare birds. Author Liu Ka-shiang劉克襄, who has more than 40 years of birdwatching experience, said that with a pair of binoculars, new discoveries can be made everywhere you look.

Liu Ka-shiang
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Two-thirds of Taiwan’s central mountain range is forested. It’s all fantastic for birdwatching. Of course, there’s also the shore and outlying islands. Taiwan is a great place for birdwatchers.

Usually, the journey to good birdwatching spots is long and arduous. But in Taiwan, you get great value for your money.

Lin Hwa-ching
Nature Conservation Agency director-general
Taiwan is home to 32 endemic bird species. On Daxueshan alone, you can find 31 of them. Most importantly, from the center of Taichung or the high-speed rail, it only takes two hours to get there.

Wang Cheng-ji
National Park Service director-general
There are tons of gray-faced buzzards and Chinese sparrowhawks at Kenting National Park. Every year, when the migratory species travel south for the winter, and when they return back north, there are lots and lots of birds.

Taijiang National Park has the most black-faced spoonbills of anywhere in the world. There are also special tours that cater to international birdwatchers, helping Taiwan to become a prime destination for avian enthusiasts.

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Car thief returns to scene of crime after forgetting phone

A car owner early one morning discovered his vehicle had been stolen, and immediately reported it to police. But shortly after sunrise, the car was somehow back in its parking spot. Just as he was wondering if he had dreamed it all up, he saw a suspicious figure lurking nearby. It turns out that the thief returned the car after driving it around, thinking that no one would notice. But he was caught red-handed when he returned to retrieve the phone he left in the vehicle.

A man in white grasps a bicycle while backing up and gesturing with his other hand. After a moment, he drops the bike entirely to grapple with a man in blue.

The man in white throws out a kick, and the man in blue is temporarily taken aback as his family rushes out to help. Seeing he’s now outnumbered three to one, the first man goes off running. But the police had already been called and were there to take him away.

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What an idiot. Steal a car and return it, then forget something inside and go back to get it. That’s certainly a new one.

What could have been grand theft auto turned into a comedy. The 34-year-old thief is notorious around Jiaoxi, Toucheng, and Yuanshan in Yilan County. In the first six months of this year alone, police have apprehended him five times. Although he’s always been picked up for minor crimes, he’s certainly becoming a headache for the local authorities.

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Miaobei Arts Festival showcases art exhibits, concerts, and theater performances

If you’re looking for a cultural escape this fall, Miaoli has just the ticket. The Miaobei Arts Festival is back, and it’s bringing together Taiwan’s top symphony orchestras, world-class musicians, stunning exhibitions, and powerful theater performances. Whether you’re a classical music lover, an art enthusiast, or a fan of live drama, there’s something for everyone. FTV reporter Stephany Yang takes us in for a sneak peek!

The Miaobei Arts Festival will showcase a series of concerts by the National Taiwan Symphony Orchestra, Taipei Symphony Orchestra, and National Symphony Orchestra.

Ouyang Hui-gang
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This time, we are so grateful and happy to invite two great musicians to perform together. The conductor will be Andreas Ottensamer, an uplifting very important young conductor who used to be the principal clarinetist of the Berlin Philharmonic. The violinist we are going to present is William Wei, who is one of our best young violinists who just won the Queen Elisabeth violin Competition’s top prize. It is so exciting to see these two outstanding artists will be performing together with three outstanding repertoires. One is Mendelssohn, the best and most popular German violin Concerto, the Mendelssohn violin concerto, and American in Paris written by the American composer George Gershwin. This piece will combine perfectly both Jazz and classical languages.

And, if you are fan of art and theater, you can enjoy performances by the Godot Theatre Company. The arts festival is split into four themes, offering a variety of art exhibitions, concerts, and theater performances.

Lin Chia-ying
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Miaobei has an excellent venue with great acoustics we’ve focused on music as the central theme. Since 2020, we’ve featured Taiwan’s three major symphony orchestras. Exhibitions are also a key part of the festival each year because it’s rare to find a venue that can present both visual and performing arts well together. That’s why we made exhibitions a fixed element of the arts festival. Music and exhibitions are essential every year, and since many people also love theater, we consistently include drama-related performances as well.

The Miaobei Arts Festival will take place at the Miaobei Art Center in Miaoli County from Oct.3 till Dec. 28.

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New luxury car CEO attracts attention for his good looks

At just 37 years old, one handsome new CEO has been dubbed the “nation’s husband.” Dennis Lin recently took over leadership of a luxury car brand, drawing much attention for his charm, charisma, and good looks. Lin is a true son of Taiwan, having graduated from Taipei’s Chenggong High School before studying business administration at National Chengchi University.

An all-new auburn SUV rolls up to a car dealership, and out steps a handsome man in a classic black suit.

This is Dennis Lin, who recently took over leadership of a luxury car brand at just 37 years old. Born and raised in Taiwan, Lin studied business administration and advertising at National Chengchi University. His good looks have earned him praise as prime husband material, with some netizens even calling him the “nation’s husband.”

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We care most about people. All our products should start from what customers need in real-world scenarios. What they need, I will give. I don’t chase lofty or superficial ideas. The true needs of customers are my top priority. So today, you will see that we meet the needs of your household and even the needs of a three-generation family living under one roof.

This handsome young CEO wants to make the brand more youthful. Under his leadership, this international car company aims to do more than just sell cars. It hopes to form cross-industry partnerships that strengthen its capabilities.

Dennis Lin
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What we hope to convey is more comfort and convenience. We don’t just want it to be a luxury imported car brand. We want it to represent a lifestyle. If you visit our showroom, you’ll see that it’s not just about cars. We now offer many premium items. These aren’t just brand-specific products. They’re from collaborations across different industries.

Launched into the public eye with his new leadership position, Lin’s charm and charisma have brought much attention to the brand he represents and made him top husband material.

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Jadeite Cabbage exhibited in Czechia in historic first

Taiwan’s National Palace Museum is marking its 100th anniversary with a historic overseas exhibition, bringing iconic artifacts like the Jadeite Cabbage to Europe for the first time. But while the showcase is expected to draw crowds in Czechia, it’s also drawing fire from Beijing, which accuses Taiwan of politicizing Chinese culture.

In a historic move to celebrate its 100th anniversary, the National Palace Museum is holding an exhibition overseas. Its first stop was Czechia’s National Museum, marking the first time that the ever-popular Jadeite Cabbage is shown in Europe.

Michal Lukeš
National Museum Director
It’s the first time that we are displaying the Jadeite Cabbage. I’m sure it will attract a lot of attention, just like the Mona Lisa.

Among the 131 collection items on display are the painting “Along the River During the Qingming Festival,” and curio cabinets that belonged to the emperor. But the exhibition of the treasures has drawn a strong reaction from China.

Chen Binhua
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The DPP authorities, while aggressively pushing forward cultural Taiwan independence and pursuing desinicization, are at the same time shamelessly exploiting the treasures of Chinese civilization in a blatant attempt to advance their separatist agenda.

Liang Wen-chieh
Mainland Affairs Council
We weren’t the ones who did the Cultural Revolution, it was the Chinese Communist Party. They were the ones who were calling for the destruction of the “Four Olds:” old ideas, culture, customs and habits. It’s clear that the ones that tried to destroy Chinese culture were the CCP, not us.

The Director of the National Palace Museum, Hsiao Tsung-huang, also pushed back against China’s comments.

Hsiao Tsung-huang
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The exhibition showcases our collections and highlights the essence of Chinese culture. There’s no desinicization happening, no disrespect to the artifacts. It’s purely a cultural exchange.

Johnny Chiang
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This is an important exhibition of Chinese culture in Czechia. We hope that the Beijing authorities can face the reality that we are the ones protecting and promoting Chinese culture. These are national treasures of the ROC, jewels of the Chinese civilization.

The National Palace Museum has a large collection of Chinese cultural artifacts that it’s now showing the world.

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ITRI signs collaboration agreement with UK National Physical Laboratory

Taiwan and the UK are deepening ties in high-tech research and development. Taiwan’s Industrial Technology Research Institute, or ITRI, has signed a new cooperation agreement with the UK’s National Physical Laboratory. The partnership aims to advance innovation in key fields such as semiconductors, artificial intelligence, and advanced materials, and pave the way for closer collaboration in global measurement standards and industrial technologies.

ITRI and the UK’s National Physical Laboratory sign a collaboration agreement, marking a step forward for Taiwan-UK relations.

Edwin Liu
ITRI President
We’ve worked with National Physical Laboratory for many years. I think our ties with the UK are very close, and I hope that our standards laboratories can conduct further standards research in the field of semiconductors and advanced materials.

Amid the rapid evolution of technology and shifts in supply chains, ITRI was commissioned by the Ministry of Economic Affairs to establish the National Measurement Laboratory and to boost international cooperation. In May, it established an office in the UK and on Sept. 11, it signed a collaboration agreement with the NPL. Both parties hope the agreement can build a foundation for further collaboration in measurement technology applied to areas such as semiconductors, artificial intelligence and key materials.

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We have an excellent and innovative industry base that is investing in novel compound semiconductor manufacturing and we look forward to the collaboration with Taiwan and ITRI and to help grow that and to create a closer collaboration.

Edwin Liu
ITRI President
We at ITRI hope to serve as a connecting bridge between Taiwan and the international community, both in scientific research and the industrial sector.

The partnership between the two parties is set to get stronger through deeper cooperation projects, in turn enhancing innovation in measurement technologies via seminars and technical exchanges. These joint efforts are expected to inject new momentum into industrial innovation.

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