Japanese star charged with Taiwan taxi driver assault

TAIPEI - A Japanese entertainer has been charged with attacking a Taiwanese taxi driver, prosecutors said Saturday, in an incident that has triggered public anger on the island.

Singer-actress Makiyo faces a four-year jail term for allegedly being involved in the assault and then trying to cover up her role, they said.

Prosecutors also sought a six-year jail term for her friend Takateru Tomoyori for allegedly severely injuring the driver with "violent and brutal means" during the February 2 assault in Taipei.

Taiwan clears dance troupe with nude performances

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he Council of Labor Affairs (CLA) yesterday approved Le Crazy Horse dance troupe from Paris, a world-famous stage performances featuring nude female dancers, to start a monthlong performance series in Taipei.

Singles seek love at Taiwan temple

TAIPEI - Ethnic Chinese mark Valentine's Day on Saturday, according to the lunar calendar.

In Taiwan, many couples are counting down to romantic dinners with loved ones.

But those who are single are flocking to a small temple in Taipei city.

Japanese tourist Takako travelled to Taiwan with hopes to have her wish granted at the Xiahai City God Temple in Taipei.