Shamanism in Taiwan

Shamanism in Taiwan is thriving because folk religion is thriving. Folk religion is not just a religion in Taiwan; it is part of an accepted worldview. Participating in shamanistic rituals is quite popular in both rural areas and urban centers.

Peace and quiet: Dinner at Ce La Vi Taipei

In a surprising twist, Ce La Vi Taipei, the city's high dining establishment and a neighbor to the iconic Taipei 101, has partnered with experimental event curator ActionLAB to craft a unique ...

Fresh doubts about China’s ability to invade Taiwan

Mr Xi has long resorted to purges to consolidate his grip on the People’s Liberation Army ( PLA ), and other levers of power, promising to go after all ranks—“tigers and flies” alike. Admiral Miao is a tiger, one of only six members of the Central Military Commission ( CMC ), China’s supreme military body, ...