**spoiler alert** “Darkness rises and the Light to meet it.” Yes, after two long years of waiting, the eighth installment of the star-fighter battling, lightsaber flashing epic saga has finally arrived – and wow. With mind-shattering visuals, remarkable acting, and an unforgettable plot, it is truly the epitome of modern-day entertainment. Even so, it doesn’t […]
News media in Taiwan is well known for its disrespect of intellectual property Taiwan news is also full of product placement News outlets are notoriously biased Let’s be honest, news media in Taiwan sucks. They are imprecise, money driven, and have zero social responsibility. If they don’t fix their problems right now, they will self-destruct. […]
Social media apps make communicating with others easier They’re extremely convenient They make it easy to keep track of your favorite stars This article is Part 1 of an important debate regarding social media usage among teens. See Part 2 for why social media is a negative influence. As smartphones become more and more common, […]
Audience criticism has shaped the way anime has evolved Anime published before 2006 were focused on glorious battle scenes Around 2014, popular anime was suddenly all centered around girls When people hear the word anime, many tend to think about cartoons such as Doraemon or Fullmetal Alchemist or famous movies like Your Name or A […]
“I hope you’re ready, because I’m about to tell you the story of my life. More specifically, why my life ended. And if you’re listening to these tapes you’re one of the reasons why.” Plot Clay Jensen returns home to find a shoebox containing seven tapes with a number painted on each side. Speaking through […]
Universal Studios in Osaka spans 108 acres There are more shops and better souvenirs in the Japan theme park On the other hand, there are more things to eat in Singapore Universal Studios is one of the most exciting theme parks in the world. There are two in Asia, Universal Studios Japan (USJ) and Universal […]
Taiwan has a unique geography that can’t be found in any other country in the world Jade Mountain is Taiwan’s tallest mountain, at a height of 3,952 meters Qingshui Cliffs is one of the best places to watch the sunrise in Taiwan When the Portuguese first encountered Taiwan in the 16th century, their first words […]
Pressure and stress the final year of junior high is incredibly high Exams don’t really teach students how to think outside of the box Late nights spent studying aren’t healthy for a growing teenager Being a student in Taiwan is already horrible, but the final year of junior high school is basically purgatory. And it […]
The most commonly learned second language in Taiwan is English In Chinese, the verb stays the same even if tenses are different Chinese is the most commonly spoken language in the world Language is the most important and basic aspect of human civilization; because of it, we have the ability to communicate with others, express […]
Every 7th grader should read The Giver because readers need to think hard to understand the story The Hunger Games shows the read how great their lives are without needing to fight to the death against strangers Hatchet teaches the value of not giving up Reading is very important for students because it can help […]
Cycling is more than just traveling, it’s exercise Studies have shown that cycling is an extremely effective way of combating depression Cycling does less damage to the environment than cars or any other type of mechanized transportation Traveling has always been a great way for people to relax and have fun. However, people mostly travel […]
Instead of communicating with Beijing, President Tsai Ing-wen chose to strengthen the relationships with the U.S. and Japan The Philippines growing closer to China indicates America is losing its position of leadership Agreeing on the 1992 consensus could bring a major change to Taiwan’s international status The 1992 Consensus is a tacit understanding made by […]
Cram schools are often located far from students’ regular schools Morning study time helps students’ brain start functioning Schools shouldn’t blindly follow what the government says A frequently mentioned topic between high school students these days is the cancellation of morning study time. On December 1st, 2016, the Ministry of Education announced that starting from […]
With fire-breathing dragons, ice-cold zombies, and action-packed battles, Game of Thrones is the most popular TV show around. And after suffering one long year without Game of Thrones, fans were rewarded with the most intense and fast-paced season the show has ever offered. Still, plenty of fans were disappointed with the lack of political maneuvering, […]
Tests don’t only waste students’ time, it’s torturous Long days force students to stay up late to study Teachers in Taiwan like to give students homework even after big exams Taiwan’s education is very different compared to America’s. It really drives students nuts. Some students even have to go to bed at midnight! Here are […]
To most students, math classes are torture Math is just way too complicated to learn In modern times, robots and computers can compute math more effectively Modern junior high students face pressure from everyday school subjects. One particularly evil subject is math. It is basically too complicated and useless. Many math teachers and parents might […]
70-80％ of jobs could be replaced by AI If AI has abilities to do everything better and faster than all humans, people may become “endangered” easily People should discover the difference between AI and human intelligence Recently, an AI (also known as Artificial Intelligence) program named AlphaGo made history by beating one of the top […]
Famous internet celebrities are often paid They also get sponsorships Sitting in front of a camera recording your random life can earn you thousands of dollars every year. Isn’t that a “dream come true?” Well, there is a group of people that live this dream. Being an internet celebrity is a job where people make […]
The “Five Day Work Week” policy is a strange and confusing policy for Taiwanese people Starting from December, any employees working overtime must be compensated To make up for revenue lost, a lot of employers are forced to find more workers Tsai Ing-Wen, the first female president in Taiwan, made lots of new policies. The […]
As future leaders of the world, youth should start making decisions for ourselves. We aren’t test machines for schools to gain fame nor people whose opinions can be thought of as a joke. In March 2014, a group of students occupied Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan to protest the passing of the Cross-Strait Service Trade Agreement in […]
Since the 1840s, East Asia has been a region of conflicts. From the Opium Wars to the Korean War, millions of souls have fallen under the muzzle. Victories and defeats of past regimes shaped the present Northwest Pacific. Now, in an era in which China tries to reclaim its past glories as a formidable empire, […]
What makes Bakurasu unique is not just how quaint it is, but the friendliness of the people there. One should never go alone; get a professional guide with plenty of experience. Get an off-road bike for the journey. When thinking about cycling, people generally think about riding on roads, but rarely do people think about […]
There are quite some big differences for characters and events between the books and the show. The books have more backstory. The television show doesn’t present the story through the same points of view as the characters in the books. With its outstanding acting, unpredictable plot, and complex characters, Game of Thrones has dominated primetime […]
Boss Baby is an American computer animated comedy film. It was released on March 31, 2017 and produced by DreamWorks Animation. It was directed by Tom McGrath and written by Michael McCullers. Boss Baby was based on the children’s book The Boss Baby written by American author, Marla Frazee. The movie begins by talking about […]
In Taiwan, community service is a requirement for junior high students to graduate and apply for high school. However, many students cheat on their volunteering hours. Volunteering should not be tied to a student’s scores, as it encourages cheating. Volunteering is an important part of learning. Through volunteering, students gain new experiences and insights, improve […]
Learning how to code turns children from consumers into creators. Inexpensive coding websites and devices are readily available. Kids love to play video games, which is a good sign that they may have some interest in coding. They can learn how their games are made and will want to learn how to create their own […]
Tests are teachers’ secret weapons. Not testing well greatly diminishes students’ self-esteem. Testing takes up an inordinate amount of students’ time. Tests are incredible wastes of time for Jr. High students. They are useless sheets of old paper that torture our minds to answer completely out of topic questions. It depresses students and sucks the […]
If Trump raises import tariffs and makes deals with US companies to move factories back to America, this could lower Taiwan’s trade income. As long as America is making money, Trump will likely continue selling arms to Taiwan. However, Trump may use Taiwan as a bargaining chip in a deal with China. The American people […]
Driving is always a good way to travel, but most people just rush through their journey. Imagine slowing down the pace and enjoying everything around you: the warmth of the sunlight, the rush of the air, and the staggering beauty of the scenery. Cycling is by far the best opportunity for such an amazing experience. […]
One of my favorite places to go is the traditional night market. You can get all kinds of cheap and tasty snacks there. Here are some you can’t miss: 1. Egg Cakes Egg cake is a kind of snack made by flour and eggs. The vendor will pour all the ingredients into a mold until the […]
Everyone who uses the internet should have heard of “Steam” at least once. At first, you may think that it’s a word you learned when your history teacher was teaching you about the Industrial Revolution. However, this isn’t the steam you’re thinking of. Steam is the largest and the most famous gaming platform on PC. It […]
School is a place full of wonderful knowledge and fascinating exploration, but students always think that it is a waste of time learning some of these subjects. They believe that they will hardly use any of this “knowledge” in the future. That is wrong. They just don’t know when to use it, and I am […]
Have you ever wondered if one day zombies could appear in our cities and start eating and killing people, causing a zombie apocalypse? Want to know how to fight off zombies and be the hero? Or do you just want to hide and be safe until the apocalypse is over? No matter which type of […]
Have you ever actually seen and made contact with animals, plants when learning about nature? If you haven’t had the opportunity in your everyday life, you should join the biology club. Here’s why: 1. Caring for animals that you are fond of For those who are not allowed to keep pets or go near them, […]
Technology is everywhere! TVs in our houses, phones in our pockets, even the smart-watches on our wrists. It has became an essential part of our lives. It’s great to have such awesome technologies: a laptop to search on, games on phones to play on when bored, etc. But, it also changes kids’ life and behavior, […]
The most basic job for news media is to provide important facts to the public. However, it seems like Taiwanese media is doing a fairly good job going the opposite way. Here is some evidence exposing the darker side of media in Taiwan. 1. Too Much Emphasis on Entertainment Despite the fact that there are […]
Taiwan needs to stop using non-renewable energy; it has polluted the environment, cost tons of money, and is still not “renewable”. We should use things that can be reused, shouldn’t we ? Non-renewable energy is the current way Taiwan is powered. The government built coal power plants here in the 20th century, a time when […]
Andrew Chu, a final year student at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, was supposed to finish his last year of study this year. Instead, he suspended his studies and got a job at Gogoro – the famous scooter and battery company. For most Asian students, finding a job after graduating from university isn’t easy, […]
To go to a great college, you have to start working hard from when you’re in grade 9. Most people go to honors at grade 9 and 10. At grade 11, some people will go to classes called AP or IB. You might think that AP and IB are the same as the honor classes, […]
Sometimes, people think that boys play sports better than girls. They think girls don’t know how to play sports. People think that girls are bad at sports and make fun of their actions. However, it is definitely not true, and it is a really mean thing to do. There are many famous female athletes; here […]
People in Taiwan are being brainwashed by the news media. News reports aren’t objective and are often reported in different ways based on a network’s political leaning. The KMT (Kuomintang) and DPP (Democratic Progressive Party) are two major political parties in Taiwan and also dominate most of the media. Different political views in media force […]
Do you think Western education is better than Eastern education? I totally agree, but both still have their strong points and weaknesses. Here are a few comparisons. 1. “Struggle” means different things Many researchers and psychologists, such as Dr. Jin Li and Dr. Jim Stigler say that many Easterners learn through struggle. On the other […]
Address: No. 143, Wenchang St, Da’an District, Taipei City, 106 Miss Green is a vegan restaurant on Wen Chang Street in Da’an district. It was pretty small, but the food was good and the décor was very special. Miss Green opened in April, 2014. The owner said she opened this restaurant because she is vegan, […]
Minecraft is a sandbox game where you can do a lot of things you can’t do in real life, such as build houses, chop down trees with your own hand, and fight zombies or skeletons. It was released on May 17, 2009 on PC with the alpha version and made a commotion with online players, […]
High school students in Taiwan always wear uniforms. This has been a tradition for decades, a tradition that annihilates students’ self-esteem, a tradition that should be completely deleted. First, schools are already prison. Schools use classrooms to restrain students, take away their freedom, prohibit items unnecessary for learning, and even monitor what kids can eat. […]
James Bond returns in a smashing two-hour action-packed joyride and continues to keep the high standard of the beloved Bond franchise. With an awesome plot, endless action, and stunning stunts, Spectre dominated the box office and caused waves across the globe. Many critics have even been ranking it as the top 007 film ever to […]
There have been many discount clothing stores opening in Taipei recently. Choosing the better store to shop at can save your time, and also can help you find the best products. Customers and this critic prefer H&M to Forever21. According to http://www.newbrandanalytics.com, H&M’s items were rated at 86% positive, while Forever21 received only 65%, which […]
As we get older we enter an environment where we learn to not only study, but also to have fun — this is high school. School is now a blank slate; new friends and new schedule, it all starts from zero again. At the end of junior high, we have an important test to judge […]
Caliburger Address: 106, Taipei City, Da’an District, Alley 7, Lane 205, Section 4, Zhongxiao E Rd, #7 People are tired of McDonalds and other cheap, unhealthy, and low quality burgers. Recently, more and more burger joints have opened in Taipei, and one of them is Caliburger. Caliburger is located off of Zhongxiao E. Road. It […]
Taiwan is one of the richest countries in Asia. It has a strong and active economy. More than twenty million people live on the island that sits off the shore of China. To really understand Taiwan though, you need to know about the history of the island. 1. Koxinga kicks out the Dutch In the […]
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