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Earthquake Recorded Off Burma’s Coast, Shakes Buildings in Thailand

BANGKOK—An earthquake was recorded off the southern coast of Burma (also known as Myanmar) on Monday with tremors also felt in Thailand, but there were no immediate reports of major damage. The 5.1 magnitude quake was recorded about 152 kilometers (95 miles) south of Yangon, Burma’s biggest city, at 10 kilometers (6 miles) below the…


Tropical Storm Mawar Intensifies Rains for Japan, Threatens Floods and Mudslides in Some Regions

NAHA, Japan—Heavy rains intensified by Tropical Storm Mawar fell on Japan’s main archipelago Friday, halting trains and triggering floods and mudslides in central and western regions where residents were urged to use caution or evacuate. Up to 25 centimeters (10 inches) of rain was forecast in parts of western and central Japan through Saturday evening….


Asian Shares Higher After Report Shows Resilience in US Jobs

Shares were mostly higher in Asia on Monday after a report Friday showed resilience in the U.S. jobs market. European markets were closed for Easter holidays. Benchmarks rose in Tokyo and Seoul but fell in Shanghai. Markets were closed in Hong Kong and Sydney. U.S. futures were mixed and oil prices climbed. The highly anticipated…


Asian Stocks Rise Ahead of US Job Market Update

BEIJING—Asian stock markets rose Friday ahead of a United States job market update that traders hope will encourage the Federal Reserve to ease off plans for more interest rate hikes. Shanghai, Tokyo, and Seoul advanced. New York, London, and Frankfurt were closed for the Good Friday holiday. Traders who worry higher interest rates might tip…


Taiwan Television Director Praises Shen Yun

TAIPEI, Taiwan—A recorded performance is the product of take after take so that a director can choose which is best. But for Shen Yun Performing Arts, the saying “the show must go on,” rings true. Once a live performance starts, there is no going back. “I’ve seen many stage performances, and generally speaking, it’s not…


US to Prioritize Regional Partners in Asia Over Communication with China: WH Official

The Biden administration is seeking to defend the rules-based international order in Asia by working closely with regional allies and partners rather than prioritizing communication with China, an administration official said. The United States will work with partners to shape the operating environment of the Indo-Pacific, according to National Security Council Coordinator for Indo-Pacific Affairs…


Company Chairwoman Sees Divine Message in Shen Yun

TAIPEI, Taiwan—Company chairwoman Hsu Hui-chen and her mother watched Shen Yun Performing Arts for the first time at the National Dr. Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall on March 29. “[Shen Yun] reminds us of many things people in the modern day have forgotten,” said Ms. Hsu. “Nowadays, people are too confident in themselves, and they dismiss…


‘I Felt As Though I Was With Divine Beings,’ Says Theatre Troupe Manager After Seeing Shen Yun

CHANGHUA, Taiwan—Shen Yun Performing Arts’ name means “the beauty of divine beings dancing,” and Chen Wei-you, a theatre troupe manager, experienced just how divine Shen Yun was when he attended the performance at the Yuanlin Performing Arts Hall on March 18. “I was struck by its power as soon as the curtain went up for…


Shen Yun Performing Arts Transcends the Human World, Says Taiwan Dance Instructor

TAINAN, Taiwan—On the afternoon of March 10, Shen Yun performed its third consecutive sold-out show at the Tainan Cultural Center Performing Hall. Dance instructor Weiwen Huang could barely hold back tears as she sat in the audience. “Honestly, it was very touching! There were scenes in the program that sent an electric jolt through my…


Shen Yun Artists Inspire Taiwanese Agriculture Executive to Consider His Mission

KAOHSIUNG, Taiwan—The chairman of Taiwan’s largest banana producing and trading company said Shen Yun Performing Arts awoke his wisdom and the beauty of the performance moved his heart. “I was very touched by two things. The first is the three-dimensional stage. The second is Shen Yun presents our traditional Chinese culture. The traditional culture woke…