Latest news with #RedCliff
Mint
8 hours ago
- Health
- Mint
Influencer dies after getting ‘milk injection': Seasoned cosmetic doctor now accused of medical negligence
Cai Yuxin, a popular Taiwanese car show model, has died after receiving a 'milk injection'. It's a nickname for the anaesthetic propofol to treat her long-standing insomnia. The influencer, in her 30s, had over 32,000 followers on Facebook and was often praised for her beauty. She was often compared to actress Lin Chi-ling, known for Red Cliff (2008). On May 25, Cai visited the Fairy Clinic in Taipei for sleep therapy. One of her friends advised her to go there. The injection was given by Wu Shaohu, a well-known cosmetic doctor called Taiwan's 'Godfather of Liposuction', according to the South China Morning Post. Shockingly, Wu left after the procedure, leaving Cai in the care of an unqualified male assistant. Reports say the drip rate increased due to a mistake, causing a larger dose to be given quickly. Cai suffered a heart and breathing failure. Wu rushed back. By then, Cai's heart had stopped. She was taken to the hospital and kept on life support for 18 days. Her family ended it on June 12. Authorities are now investigating Wu for negligence and breaking medical rules. In Taiwan, propofol is a controlled drug that must be given only by qualified professionals. Experts say using it without proper care is dangerous and against medical ethics. 'Similar incidents occur every year. It's truly deplorable. Medical personnel providing such services without proper airway management training are placing patients' lives in serious jeopardy,' SCMP quoted anaesthesiologist Lai Xianyong as saying. Celebrity deaths due to medical negligence are not new. In fact, one such incident happened with pop icon Michael Jackson, who had also been suffering from insomnia. In 2011, MJ died after being given a strong mix of drugs by his personal doctor, Dr Conrad Murray. The 50-year-old legend had been struggling with sleeplessness and was depending on medications during his final days. A jury found Dr Murray guilty of involuntary manslaughter. According to them, the doctor acted carelessly and caused Jackson's death. The trial included 50 witnesses and lasted 22 days.
Korea Herald
05-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
This spring's most evocative musicals
'Red Cliff,' 'Once' and 'L'art reste': An epic to feel, a song to sing and a life to tell "Red Cliff" - An epic to feel 'Red Cliff' is a vivid combination of pansori, dance and theatrical storytelling. While technically categorized as a musical, it defies conventional boundaries -- too layered, too textured, too rooted in tradition to be simply labeled. Now in its sixth run since its premier in 2017, 'Red Cliff' unfolds the legendary tale of the Battle of Red Cliffs, a pivotal naval conflict during the late Eastern Han dynasty in 3rd-century China. Though the story is rooted in Chinese history and famously dramatized in 'Romance of the Three Kingdoms,' the production interprets it through a distinctively Korean lens. The costume and stage design balance historical imagination with modern minimalism, resulting in a stylized visual language that feels fresh yet anchored in Korean heritage. The music draws heavily from gugak, Korea's traditional music. On stage, the ensemble and lead characters -- all adorned with dramatic eyeliner and synchronized movements -- blur the line between singer and dancer. Their seamless performance makes it nearly impossible to distinguish vocalists from choreographed performers. Folding fans, ever-present props in Korean traditional arts, couldn't be used more creatively. The Korean dialogue and songs use old-style language, so for bilingual viewers, the English subtitles actually feel easier to understand. "Red Cliff" runs at the National Jeongdong Theater through April 13. "Once" - A story to sing There was a time when 'Falling Slowly,' the Oscar-winning song from the 2007 Irish film 'Once,' found a special place in the hearts of South Korean listeners. More than a decade later, the stage adaptation has returned to Korea after several years -- reminding audiences why its quiet charm still resonates. This stage adaptation succeeds in two particularly challenging feats: reimagining a popular film for the theater and skillfully translating famous songs across languages. In addition, the production features performers who can not only act and sing, but also play musical instruments -- one of the reasons the musical is returning for another stint 10 years after its Korean premiere in 2014. A pre-show begins 30 minutes before the main performance, during which audience members can step onto the stage and purchase drinks from the on-stage bar. Starting about 10 minutes before the show, the cast joins in with impromptu music and singing, creating a lively, shared experience. Although the show is in Korean with no subtitles, those familiar with the story and music of "Once" might want to experience how differently it resonates in another language. "Once" runs at COEX Artium until May 31. "L'art Reste" - A life to tell The title "L'art Reste" comes from the French phrase 'Les gens partent, mais l'art reste' -- People leave, but art remains -- a quote often attributed to Kim Hyang-an, a Korean artist who lived most of her life between Korea, Paris, New York and Japan. The musical centers on the lives of three real-life figures, but it features four actors on stage. At its core is Kim Hyang-an, a woman whose life was closely intertwined with two towering icons of Korean modern art -- the poet Yi Sang and the abstract painter Kim Whan-ki. Her life unfolds in two timelines: one moving forward from 1936 under her birth name, Byun Dong-rim, and the other moving backward from her later years in 2004. The two timelines intersect to present contrasting yet complementary versions of the same person. The musical premiered in 2022 and now returns for its third run after earning critical acclaim and winning the 8th Korean Musical Awards for best musical (for theaters under 400 seats), best script and best original score. With its rich wordplay, poetic dialogue and cultural layers, this story of a poet and two cotemporary artists is best appreciated if you're fluent in Korean -- no subtitles are provided. 'L'art Reste' runs at Yes24 Stage until June 15. gypark@
