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Michael Tse Tin Wah (謝天華)
Posted 06 August 2011 - 01:01 AM
Posted 11 August 2011 - 04:39 AM
Wednesday August 10, 2011 Hong Kong
Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums/
Michael Tse, Fala Chen and the rest of the cast to TVB series Lives of Omission were promoting at a shopping mall in Mong Kok. Large groups of civilians surrounded the area to see their idols. When Michael and Fala walked near the fences to take pictures and sign autographs with fans, suddenly two fans put their hands on Michael shoulder and posed behind him. This surprised Michael and got him embarrassed. He said: "You all got me blushing." Later, he expressed he did not mind: "I understand fans just wanted to see their idols in person, it's normal to get touched by the hands. (Can they give you a kiss then?) I have to know beforehand. (Only for good looking ones?) Not that, just I'll be frightened when someone kisses me out of the blue, so must ask first. It's not good to do surprise attacks. However, they are all very polite and gentle, just a small touch, it's not like they were stroking my back."
At the promotion, Michael announced the serial's peak ratings of 33 points. Asked if he has confidence for the TV King title? He said: "Right now there is still a while until the award ceremony. If there are higher ratings and audience support then I'll have more confidence. (Do you want to be TV King?) As a parent you would want your child to be the top student too. Of course every artist wants good results. (Have confidence?) I have confidence in everything."
As for Fala, she appeared to have put in a lot of effort at the promotion too. While signing autographs for fans, she carelessly revealed herself a little and disregarded it. Fala expressed her boyfriend recorded the series to watch later. She said: "He said he couldn't have guess I would look like that as a policewoman because he never seen me like that. (You are usually more dependent?) No. If there is an issue, we usually talk it over."
Posted 14 August 2011 - 10:57 PM
Sunday August 14, 2011 Hong Kong
Credits: to Ah K @ http://www.jaynestars.com/
Michael Tse's (謝天華) current "Laughing Gor" role left a deep impression on the viewers. Besides that, his new series, Lives of Omission <潛行狙擊> has been receiving credible ratings. Yesterday, the well-dressed Michael Tse, while accompanied by his assistant and entourage, roamed around the Central district.
As seen from that day, Michael who was decked in black and donned sunglasses went to the nearby shopping mall for some window-shopping before leaving in a cab. While on his way to a taxi stand, Michael discovered that the paparazzi was snapping his photos and immediately got "possessed" by the "Chok" god in him. Amidst walking to the taxi stand, Michael continued to maintain his "chok"-ness and didn't stop waving to the reporters.
Even at the taxi stand, while queuing up in line, Michael grinned and waved his hand continuously from time to time. When reporters approached Michael to ask him where he was heading, Michael replied that he had just completed his work and was rushing home.
Source: Orientaldaily.on.cc
Posted 18 August 2011 - 05:05 AM
Wednesday August 17, 2011 Hong Kong
Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums/
Lives of Omission starring Michael Tse is currently a hot broadcast, leading to Michael's rapid rise in popularity. The media is also targeting him on their stories. Yesterday a magazine reported that Michael and his wife Tina had fights because of the issue of having children. The report said Tina quit smoking, drinking and late night partying in preparation to conceive. However Michael still does late night partying and drinking frequently. Towards the report, Michael denounced the media that they are just randomly making up a story, while Tina also criticize that these are people attacking them without any evidence.
Michael was furious and denounced on Weibo: "Truly shameless, the paparazzi couldn't get anything, so they randomly made up their own story just to sell more papers by unfair means. Readers, please use your skilled brains and look clearly at their outrage. - Sincerely Michael Tse." Tina also said with anger: "I already know there will be gossip news, but I definitely cannot tolerate people that defame or attack without evidence." Michael said over a phone interview that it is not a problem if the media writes about him because he is in showbiz, but don't get his family involved. He is very grateful for the support his good friends and wife have for him. He also believes audience have sharp eyes.
Posted 24 August 2011 - 04:27 AM
Source: Mingpao, On.cc
Translated by: aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums/
Yesterday Michael Tse, Fala Chen and the rest of the cast to TVB series Lives of Omission attended the promotional event. The launch of the new Laughing Figure based on Michael's Laughing Sir role was announced at the promotion. Michael took the Laughing Figure and wouldn't let go of it after taking pictures with it. Producer Chong Wai Kin reveals that this is their boss Mona Fong's special order to customize a hundred of these limited edition Laughing figures. Fans can win a Laughing Figure though a cell phone game.
Lives have been a hit since it's broadcast with over 1.5 million hits on the official site and the episode broadcast last night (Monday 8/22) TV ratings rises to 32 points. Fala Chen can thank Michael for taking her along as a 'prop'. Fala just got back from stage performances in New York and discovered that the local area is broadcasting Lives simultaneously. Because of the popularity, many locals called her Madam. When speaking of the sequel to the Laughing Gor film edition, Fala said frankly she hopes to participate, but nothing is confirmed yet and will have to wait for TVB to notify her. As for kiss scenes with Michael in the series, Fala expressed only one kiss scene will broadcast: "The scene already aired, that scene was not a camera angle, it was real kiss! (Your boyfriend doesn't allow you to do kiss scenes?) No, he watches too."
The other night when Michael attended an opening ceremony for a shoe brand, and because he was too close to the lion dance, he and the lion head bumped into each other causing an inflamed swollen left eye.
Lately a magazine reported that Michael's wife has problems bearing a child, and have been quarreling due to this issue. Michael said: "Many times towards these related reports, Artists often take legal action, but we all know that the law actually cannot help. Also, money is involved in majority of the process, I only rely on the internet (Weibo) to express my dissatisfaction." Michael directly said the content of the report is 100% fabricated and written without any evidence. He said: "The insider that they mentioned, I don't know who the person is. They took an untrue story and write it with layers upon layers. As a man, I must stand up for my family, my wife has been a slightly unhappy. (Do you have plans for children?) We discussed it before, but this is personal. My wife and I enjoy the life of just the two of us. If we do have a baby one day, it means we entered a new phase in life."
Posted 01 September 2011 - 04:39 AM
Wednesday August 31, 2011 Hong Kong
Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums/
The other night, Michael Tse and Fala Chen were both presented with the most trendy icon award by the magazine JESSICA CODE. The two both expressed their current TVB series Lives of Omission brought them the honor with a high exposure rate lately. Their jobs are greatly increasing. Michael expressed because of his 'Laughing' role, he has been earning a slightly higher income than before. Recently, people often chase after him asking about the storyline, he said: "Whenever people see me, besides taking pictures and greetings, they will ask me about the storyline. I often answer them by saying I lost my memory and don't remember because I feel that there's no point in watching if you know the story. Also, it won't be as fun to watch. This time there are clearly more male fans taking the initiative to ask me for pictures, which I haven't experienced before."
As it was reported that his wife is pregnant, Michael helplessly said: "There were some magazines that wrote this, perhaps because the magazines want to entertain readers. If my wife is pregnant, I will definitely notify everyone. Of course I do have plans to have kids, but the priority now is I must earn more money first, so I can ensure my children's future." Is Michael rushed? He said: "Both of our families have never been rushed. As for my wife and I, we are still completely enjoying the life of just the two of us."
Fala expressed lately there have been many advertisers asking her and Michael to attend events together. Besides Hong Kong, there are also several in Mainland too. The two practically see each other every other day. Towards the Mainland PRC 'limit order', limiting HK and Taiwan artists to appear on Mainland TV programs? Fala said: "The limit just applies to variety shows, we are just attending business events, shouldn't be related or affected." Asked if there is an appearance money increase for them to appear as a 'couple team'? She said: "My manager discuss the prices, I am not too sure myself. The most important is the more jobs the better and to have audience acceptance." Is Fala's boyfriend jealous of her intimate scenes with Michael? Fala laughed: "No jealousy. There aren't any intimate scenes, just that one CPR scene, which is not considered an intimate scene. Rescuing and kissing are are different feeling, thus isn't embarrassing when we shoot."
Yesterday Fala also attended another cell phone event. Usually, she loves taking photos with her phone. Asked if she has any photos that can't be in the light? She joked: "I'm afraid of sunshine, so I won't be in the light." Although Fala is really careless and often losing her phone, she is not worried her photos would leak out to the public because every time she finishes taking photos on her phone, she would transfer them to her computer when she gets home and then delete them. Also, even if her computer breaks, she won't get it repaired. She would rather buy a new one to avoid leaking out her privacy.
Posted 12 September 2011 - 04:40 AM
Sunday September 11, 2011 Hong Kong
Source: Mingpao, Oriental Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums/
Yesterday afternoon Michael Tse attended the Laughing's Meeting event and met with over a 100 fans. He also gave out Laughing Figures to fans. As there are many viewers displeased with the Lives of Omission finale, Laughing goes to jail and 'Madam Jo' Fala Chen dies. Netizens demand for a retake, Michael said: "I understand we all want to see a happy ending, but the ending is related to the film version and this broadcast has given a lot of surprises. I really like the fact that the ending left a deeper impression on viewers. There is nothing perfect in life, an ending with regrets is what's realistic."
Michael reveals the film version Laughing Gor: Hidden Criminal will start shooting end of this month. Michael heard a newcomer will play the lead actress. Asked if his paycheck for the film had a triple jump due to his rising popularity? He laughed: "There is an inflation of prices, I hope my company will have a few rewards, like a raise. However the most important is the company giving me the opportunity to participate." It was said that he and Fala Chen were thought highly of and supported for TV King and Queen this year. Now that Stephen Chan is back, this may change. Michael said: "The magazines are just making guesses to create news, but I do have confidence in the awards."
Posted 18 September 2011 - 05:50 AM
Saturday September 17, 2011 Hong Kong
Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums/
Michael Tse's two series, in which he was the lead actor for Lives of Omission and The Rippling Blossom are 2011's highest rated series as of date. Yesterday he was a guest judge for the "Perfect Lovers" event. TVB executive Norman Leung will soon be hosting a celebration feast to entertain the entire Lives of Omission cast and crew. Asked if he'll take out his wallet and treat everyone a meal too? Michael laughed: "I eat from big to small. I'm just a small potato, I'll be last to treat a meal." When asked about the progress of the Laughing film sequel? Michael said: "We will start shooting next month, the final decision for the story and script has already been made. The role distribution is just about finished too. The story picks up from the TV series and goes on from there. (Sean Lau is part of the cast too?) I heard of this, but it's not confirmed yet. We will wait for TVB to announce it."
It was reported that earlier when Fala Chen attended an event with Michael, she accidentally touched the sensitive lower part of his body? Michael explained: "No, that day I was wearing low-crotch pants."
Posted 18 September 2011 - 08:47 PM
He just got lucky with laughing gor and his character was really likable. As a result he became really popular.
But who is he to deserve this much popularity. He's not that good looking and his acting is just little above average.
I don't know what tvb was doing and moving him up from supporting actor. All his lead role series sucked aside from laughing gor.
Posted 28 October 2011 - 04:58 AM
Thursday October 27, 2011 Hong Kong
Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums/
TVB Siu Sangs Michael Tse, Ruco Chan and Kenneth Ma arrived in Malaysia the other day to host the opening ceremony for My Astro On Demand My Favorite Awards Ceremony 2011. Depending on 'Laughing Gor', Michael had a huge jump in popularity as he is nominated for 4 awards including 'My Favorite TV On-Screen Couple', 'My Favorite Theme Song', 'Top 15 My Favorite TV Character' and 'My Favorite TV Best Actor' awards. The other 4 nominees for 'Best Actor' are Wayne Lai, Moses Chan, Raymond Lam and Bosco Wong. The battle will be fierce. Also, Michael's Lives of Omission got the most nominations, 14 total.
Posted 08 December 2011 - 12:01 AM
Wednesday December 7, 2011 Hong Kong
Credits: to Jayne @ http://www.jaynestars.com
Falling from a hot favorite in the 2011 TVB Anniversary Awards, "Laughing Sir" Michael Tse (謝天華) ended up winning no awards the evening before. After the conclusion of the awards ceremony, Michael did not accept any press interviews, disappearing from the crowd to go home instead.
Stepping out of his car, Michael flashed a smile. Holding several bags, he explained that he had to work the following morning. Asked whether he was disappointed in the award results, Michael said, "No, I respect the competitive spirit!" Michael's wife had prepared supper for Michael to eat at home.
After one night of rest, Michael attended a watch store opening in Mongkok. Forcing a smile, Michael appeared calm. Responding initially to reporters, Michael said that he was not disappointed in the Anniversary Award results, "This year I did not get the award; there is still next year and many years to follow!I need to be like Laughing and have an undying spirit!"
Asked again whether he was disappointed, Michael admitted, "Each person will go through such a moment, but it is necessary to quickly resume my spirits and not delve on the negative aspects. One must face the incident and do one's best! Fala Chen (陳法拉) and I won the Best Onscreen Lover Award in Malaysia. If a similar award were distributed at the TVB Anniversary Awards, I believe that we would have received the award too! In the end, a winner is singled out. However, should the first or second runner-up not be happy?"
Although netizens nicknamed Michael as "Fruitless King" since he did not win any awards at the TVB Anniversary, Michael said that he did not mind. Lives of Omission < 潛行狙擊> received the Best Drama Award, so I am considered to have won 1/40th award."
In a radio interview, Michael mentioned that some fans were upset that he did not win any awards at the TVB Anniversary. Michael had to console his fans for the upset. Asked whether he had attempted to seek understanding of the situation from Virginia Lok (樂易玲), Michael countered, "Why do I need to understand the situation further? Ms. Lok has already used a lot of effort. Some things you already know in your heart; not everything needs a thorough review."
Audience Filed Complaints
In addition, last night's awards ceremony resulted in nine complaints filed, including protests that Michael Tse should have been awarded TV King, protests that Myolie Wu (胡杏兒) should not have received the My Favorite Female Character Award. One complaint was filed against Master of Ceremonies, Vincent Wong (王浩信), for his lisping.
Raymond Lam Shocked by Michael Tse's Loss
Appearing at a music promotional event, Raymond Lam (林峯) said that he had already sent text messages congratulating Kevin Cheng (謝天華) and Myolie Wu (胡杏兒) for their victories. Raymond indicated that he was surprised by Michael Tse's lack of winning any awards last night.
When the reporter pointed out that Raymond Lam did not make the Top 5 Finalists in the Best Actor Category, he said, "Yes, that's right!" (When can you regain lost ground?) "I can focus on doing my own things. I have to prepare for the release of my music album. Next year, I hope to have balanced development across all platforms!" Raymond hoped that he will be chosen for the My Favorite Male Singer Award at the year-end music awards.
Virginia Lok Hugs and Consoles Michael Tse
At a music promotional event with Raymond Lam, Virginia Lok revealed that she had already hugged Michael Tse after the TVB Anniversary Awards ceremony. Ms. Lok said, "He was very good. He said he was not unhappy." (Did Michael Tse cry?) "He's Laughing Sir! Of course he will be able to handle it!"
In addition, Ms. Lok denied that Shirley Yeung had requested leave of absence. Ms. Lok said that she did not know whether Shirley was in fact getting married.
Chilam Cheung Supports Michael Tse
At a promotional event yesterday, Chilam Cheung (張智霖) provided words of encouragement for good friend, Michael Tse. "It is most important to participate in a competition. He can win next year!" (Did you console him?) "There is no need to! Michael is a mature actor and knows how to improve further. His movie will be released soon; perhaps he will win the Hong Kong Film Award or Golden Horse Award!"
Compiled from Oriental Daily
Posted 26 December 2011 - 03:30 AM
Sunday December 25, 2011 Hong Kong
Source: Mingpao
Translated by aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums/
Michael Tse, Joyce Cheng, Alfred Hui and a group of 2011 music newcomers took part in the Metro Radio Dance with Love in the City Welcoming Christmas event. Recently a magazine said Michael's nose has changed and suspected he got plastic surgery. Regarding the rumor, Michael laughed: "How come I have been in the industry for 20 years, and it's only now that they are saying I got plastic surgery? Thanks all for the concern, I hope this is a compliment that I look better! I think it's because recently I got thinner!" Michael believes plastic surgery is common in today's society, but he claims his facial features are complete, so there is no need for plastic surgery. He said: "I fear after I do it, audience will not be able to recognize me and then I'll have to start my career all over again! That would be a big deal!"
Posted 29 December 2011 - 03:08 AM
Wednesday December 28, 2011 Hong Kong
Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums/
Michael Tse and Niki Chow accepted a CRHK radio interview yesterday. It was rumored Niki is being pursued again by ex-boyfriend Kevin Cheng and Charmaine Sheh intends to ruin them by publicly glaring at Niki. During the interview, Michael teased Niki by taking the rumor to joke with. He asked Niki, as if he was a reporter, if she's dating her ex-boyfriend and then after 'lighting the fire', he quickly got up and left. This left Niki in an embarrassing position. She said Michael is speaking nonsense: "Help me! Can I not answer? Because which ever way I answer, I'll die. I won't answer anything regarding to rumors. (This means there is a chance to develop?) I just want to focus on my work, don't ask about relationships. In fact, the rumor has been disturbing me for several years, why can't it just stop. Aside from relationships, there are many other things Ican do. Work is my priority and I currently have no love life. I am concentrating entirely on my jobs."
When speaking of Producer Lee Tim Shing angered at the TVB Broadcasting department for pushing back Bottled Passion's initial October broadcast to the holidays period and thus resulting in poor ratings. Niki said: "There has been some affect. After all, there are many holidays and students have exams, but it is already pretty good to have this performance." Niki frankly said she feels thankful that Tim Gor gave her the 'Tsui Sum' role.
As for TVB series When Heaven Burns is banned from broadcasting in Mainland, Michael said: "To Hong Kong and Mainland, this isn't something new. Some songs and films have also encountered the same situation, but there hasn't been any distinct regulations, so will have to leave it to the production unit to explore an answer. This time, perhaps the genre is more sensitive and I also feel it's a pity. This is a reminder to the production team that these types of series and situations must be handled carefully in the future." Does Michael feel When Heaven Burns is of a sensitive subject matter? "If any TV series or film involves politics, it is considered sensitive in both HK and Mainland. (Will you avoid shooting these genres?) Leave it to the production team to decide. I am just an actor and should focus on giving a good performance and follow the script."
Michael will be heading back to Mainland during the Lunar New Year to shoot a series. Asked if he will decline to social gatherings in Mainland? Michael said: "No, it is actually strange and autistic to not go out. (Have you been influenced by Benny Chan's incident?) In fact, there are drunken cases all over the world, in which one does some silly thing that they don't usually do. It is not necessarily just Hong Kong artists. It is most important to have self-control."
Posted 22 May 2012 - 03:00 AM
Monday May 21, 2012 Hong Kong
Source: Mingpao, Oriental Sunday (cover image)
Translated by: aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums/
(Michael and Candy in Lives of Omission)
Yesterday a magazine (Oriental Sunday) reported Michael Tse hooked up with 2009 Miss HK 'Miss Photogenic' Candy Yuen. Last year, Michael collaborated with Candy in Lives of Omission, where he successfully won her heart. A few days ago, they were having a meal together at the TVB canteen, and were flirting in public as if no one was around. At one point, Michael event touched Candy's chest, which was a shocker.
Yesterday Michael expressed over the phone: "No such thing. I won't be upset at the Magazine because it's not my first day in this industry. What's more important is if readers believe it. You have to understand that is the canteen at TVB, there are colleagues sitting nearby. Why would I do what the magazine said I did? In fact, that magazine should put more effort into writing their stories and shouldn't be too careless. If the location was a hotel, then the creditability would be much higher. Actually, it was not just the two of us either, there was another person with us."
Michael expressed he met Candy while shooting for Lives of Omission (TN: She played the role 'Ding Man', the triad leader's mistress). They soon realized they had common friends and naturally had more topics to talk about. When asked if this was upsetting to his wife, Tina? Michael laughed: "How so? She saw the report and laughed. She understands the tactics used by the magazines. We have seen a lot of the photos are taken from behind. I don't need to explain too much. I hope this magazine can have more sincerity next time, don't think readers are stupid."
As for Candy, she did not understand why there was such report and she does feel a tad unhappy. "That day, it's been long while since I've seen Michael, so I showed him the pictures I took when I went Korea for shooting of a travel special. We also weren't playing crazily at the canteen, so he didn't bump into my chest. Those [photos] were just a matter of camera angles. Michael was sitting across from me, and I was just taking my camera over to show him. If the report has cause any unhappiness for his wife, I have to say sorry to her."
Candy expressed she's often telling Michael on Weibo that she has no special intention, "He is just an artist that I like since childhood. Perhaps our personalities are similar and we are playful people, so we became good friends. The magazine interviewed me, and said I said Michael touched my entire body. I was just talking about our scenes in Lives of Omission." She expressed she will not maintain her distance in the future, but may find someone to be in between to avoid any misunderstandings. "I went to Australia at age 13, and came back to HK at age 19. My personality is a little westernized, sometimes I would unconsciously lean on people."
Posted 27 May 2012 - 08:00 AM
Saturday May 26, 2012 Hong Kong
Source: Oriental Daily, The Sun
Translated by: aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums/
Recently photos of Michael Tse and King Kong completely nude in the film Turning Point 2 circulated on a gay website. In the photos, it was suspected Michael revealed his buttock, while King Kong appeared completely exposed with his genitals. Both became a new love interest in the gay community. However, King Kong is pretty troubled as he was said to have a 'very very very very small birdie'. The nude photos started spreading among the gays last month. The completely nude scene was deleted, so it is unknown how the photo leaked online.
Yesterday reporters contacted King Kong, he recalled the situation on that day of the shoot: "Because it was an all male group, we were all completely nude in the showers. It was about a 2-3 minute process, not embarrassed at all!" As for being ridiculed by the gays for having a 'small birdie', King Kong said: "Although I'm not gay, I still have to say thank you! As for the 'small birdie', aiya! That's how I'm born, it is my privacy. My brothers have seen me and knows whats going on. I don't need to explain to people I don't know. I have full confidence on myself. Actually, if anything, anybody who thinks I have a small one, then come out and have homosexual sex! I don't really understand why the photos leaked, I really have to get paid for that! (Have you became a target for male artist nude photographer, Lau Ding Sing?) Nope, I don't know him. I just know he's a news figure."
Michael is currently in Foshan filming, he said: "I was nude when I shot that scene. The director said, the bottom half of my body and private parts won't be shown in the film, so I do not believe the photos are real at all. It is probably manipulated by Netizens. I just think of it as a joke. (Did you have any protection during the shoot?) On the set, it was just all men, no need."
When asked if he's worried this may affect his image? Michael said confidently: "Not worried, many of my seniors who have revealed their buttock or went nude are all famous now. (Your on a gay website, not afraid?) Perhaps this breaks a new ground, a new market, but I haven't thought of expanding the market to bareness." As for King Kong's genitals ridiculed by Netizens, Michael expressed it's purely just based on perspective: "I see him and think he's normal. I'm not sure if that person who said King Kong has a small one, is he originally a black person?"
Turning Point 2 director Herman Yau accepted a photo interview and expressed: "I don't understand how the photo came about either. I believe it had been photoshopped by someone. As for becoming a hot topic on the gay website, it's not a problem. This is a society with freedom of speech. Actually it be more interesting if King Kong didn't have a sex organ, Hong Kong people are too conservative!" Producer Tommy Leung stressed even in the DVD version, there is no completely nude scene.
Posted 15 July 2012 - 04:33 AM
Saturday July 14, 2012 Hong Kong
Source: Oriental Daily, Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums/
Tavia Yeung and Michael Tse were shooting a marriage proposal scene for TVB new series Justice Pursuit & Attack on the busy street in Causeway Bay. Nearly 500 bystanders and tourists watching the scene, pushed through into the restricted area and obstructed the shoot. On camera, there were suddenly a few hundred extra temporary actors that appeared, this time TVB really profited! Tavia Yeung can't help being too charming, one four eyed man successfully got close to her and kept taking pictures, which frightened Tavia a bit and didn't know what to do. In the end, a staff had to come in and protect her. Because of the crowded street, at one point, the police came by to check on them.
In one scene, Tavia and Sharon were taking a stroll on the streets and were surrounded by a large group of pedestrians. During the time, a four eyed man dressed in a white suit came close and stared at Tavia and took close up shots of her. Tavia was a little frightened, but remained calm. The staff besides her immediately went forward to protect her. Tavia later expressed: "That man wasn't a temporary actor. Actually that's how it is when shooting on a busy street, I wasn't frightened. I was just afraid it would hinder us from shooting the scene. We have to use time wisely to complete the scene." Tavia stressed she didn't have any body contact with the man because she was protected by the staff around her. Asked if the four eyed man's eye expressions made her feel uncomfortable? She said she didn't care and didn't look at him.
Later, the scene where Michael proposes to her was a big deal. He first told Otto Chan to lay out the red carpet, and then dressed in a white suit, Michael sang Tavia a love song on the red carpet to confess his love for her. Good friend Sammy Leung was by his side capturing the whole thing on video, while Sharon Chan and Benz Hui were on the side cheering for them. Tavia appeared very surprised. Later, the two had a dance in front of the 500 onlookers, but didn't have any kiss scene.
When asked why she didn't have a kiss scene with Michael? Tavia said: "That's how the scene was arranged, I rejected him and then left. This is one of the big scenes in the middle of the series, it's pretty shocking, but not too difficult." When asked if she had ever thought of how it would be like when rumored boyfriend Him Law proposes? Tavia laughed: "Most important is to find a suitable partner, doesn't have to be anything big. We already have too much attention, artists shouldn't have too much attention, just let nature take its course and everything goes normally, I'll be happy enough."
Michael gets rejected, the Crowd goes silent
When Michael did the proposal scene, his face and ears turned red. Everyone cheered when he made his proposal to Tavia. Michael laughed and said, he was so nervous he started sweating and his heart beating loudly: "That moment felt special, the live audience really made a nice atmosphere. Just now when Tavia rejected me and left, the entire crowd at Causeway Bay went silent! That was a very real reaction, priceless! It made me think of back when I proposed to my wife, the young man feelings all came back! Its quite cute. (Did you know Tavia was frightened by a man staring at her?) I had people approach me too, only thing is to try best to protect her during idle time."
Posted 17 July 2012 - 05:02 AM
Monday July 16, 2012 Hong Kong
Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums/
Michael Tse celebrated his 45th birthday last night. His wife Tina threw a party for him, inviting many of his good friends from showbiz. Attendees included: Raymond Lam and his cousin Lin Xiawei, Alex Fong, Niki Chow, Timmy Hung and his wife Janet Chow, Vincy Chan, Michael Miu and his wife Jamie Chik, Bobby Au-Yeung and his wife, and his dance instructor Sunny. Before the party, Michael expressed he won't be getting drunk, but unfortunately after 3 hours, he was already completely drunk.
During the party, Michael came out to the entrance for an interview. He excitedly said: "My birthday wish is good health and get more and more jobs. I just finished shooting my new series, so I have time to celebrate. My wife gave me an underwater camera, so I could go scuba diving with her next month." Asked if he'll be getting drunk? He immediately said: "I already booked a car and a driver, prepared to carry my friends out the door. As for myself, I won't be getting drunk."
Recently it was rumored that Janet Chow is pregnant, asked if she do any drinking? Michael exposed: "I only saw her drinking water and eating large portions for two people. Isn't it because its during sensitive period, so she can't say?!" Later, Janet and her husband Timmy accepted an interview, Michael said he already booked a car and driver in preparation to take friends home? Timmy laughed: "He won't be getting drunk? At our wedding, who had to have people carry him out?" When reporters mentioned, Michael exposing that Janet didn't touch any alcohol? She expressed its because she has to drive, so she can't drink.
Because the birthday boy got really high, Michael was drinking and drinking with his friends. After three hours, he was already completely drunk and was even the first person to get drunk at 11pm. His friend Sunny and Wilson Chin had to help him out to his car. Michael was drunk and still Choking. He kept putting his finger up and smiling in front of the camera. Then his wife patted his shoulder, and with his eyes half-closed, Michael frowned and got into the car to go home. Not long after Michael left, Virgina Lok arrived and was helpless when she found out Michael had already left.
Posted 25 July 2012 - 03:57 AM
Tuesday July 24, 2012 Hong Kong
Source: Mingpao
Translated by: aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums/
Last night while Typhoon Vicente was in HK, Michael Tse was at TVB City recording for game show All Star World Exam. TVB especially made arrangements to pick up and drop off artists from and to their homes. Studio audience admissions was also canceled. Michael smiled: "I didn't drive because I can't predict what's going to come flying at me on the road."
It was reported Michael got appointed by TVB executive Virgina Lok to be this year's TV King and he excitedly bought a luxury home in Happy Valley to celebrate. Michael said: "Crazy! What month is it now? The anniversary isn't even here yet. I didn't buy a new home nor have I looked at any homes." It was said HK artists make a lot of money by just shooting one Mainland drama? Michael said: "I will have to ask the Mainland TV Kings. Ask them if they bought a home yet." He had plans to buy a home for many years, but unfortunately the most expensive homes in the world is in HK. It can be as expensive as several HK$10,000 per square foot. His goal is not the Mid-Levels luxury homes, the most important is for the home to be suitable for his status and his capability.
A magazine reported that when shooting new series Justice Pursuit & Attack, the cast boycotted former ATV artist Alice Chan and at the end-of-filming celebration dinner, they teamed up and forced her to drink. Michael said: "Of course we didn't do that, that night we all had a good time. The atmosphere was very harmonious, no one gossiped. We were all happy to have accomplished something together. If you give me a toast, I will give you a toast back. That magazine is speaking nonsense, and 10 reasons could be made just by 1 photo."
Posted 08 November 2012 - 03:37 AM
Wednesday November 7, 2012 Hong Kong
Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums/
Michael Tse and this year's Miss HK winners Carat Cheung, Jacqueline Wong and Tracy Chu were rehearsing for the TVB Sales Presentation 2013 held on November 8th. Michael expressed he will be riding on a motorcycle to make his appearance and then do a fighting performance to introduce his upcoming series Sniper Attack 2013 co-starring Eddie Cheung, Kathy Chow and Kate Tsui. This month he'll also be participating in the Lunar New Year film with Alan Tam, Nat Chan, Bosco Wong and Kate. Michael expressed he had been following Kate's breakthrough performance in Highs and Lows. As there was some criticisms that the series had so many mistakes, but the cast and crew didn't notice it at all, Michael said TVB will need to reflect on that and make improvements. The three Miss HK winners will be joining Wayne Lai at the Sales Presentation for a stage play performance. Although they feel pressured, Wayne is still a good person to learn from.
Posted 04 January 2013 - 03:48 AM
Thursday January 3, 2013 Hong Kong
Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net
(Caption: Police checking ID, open the door)
TVB series Friendly Fire has broadcast half of the series. Following Toby Chan and Christine Kuo's sexy scenes, Sharon Chan's enticing wet bra scene and Sammy Leung's nude bathing scene becoming heated topics among Netizens, last night's episode was about Michael Tse and the drunken Tavia Yeung in an apartment. The two engaged in a two minute sex scene. Michael sacrifices for art once again and gets his shirt taken off by Tavia, while Tavia had a wet tank top on.
Friendly Fire's producer Man Wai Hung expressed Tavia and Michael's sex scene was not a 'heavy flavor' arrangement, but instead it is to convey that the two are struggling mentally because Tavia's character has a family history of breast cancer, and thus broke up with Michael.
The two-minute scene included flashbacks of the couple, the so-called sex scene didn't even take up one fourth of the time. He reveals took only 1 take because by that time, their relationship already made a lot of progress and so Michael and Tavia were already well into character.
Producer Man said the scene clearly explained the plot and the two artists freely developed the scene themselves. No parts were cut, the camera rolled straight through and completed in 1 take. Audience can really feel the effects of their romance.
He revealed this scene ended with a funny effect of the police checking their IDs. There were no erotic or vulgar elements on camera, the background song is called Friend by Japanese singer Tamaki Koji, which has become the couple's theme song.
Friendly Fire continues to have provoking scenes including Samantha Ko's rape scene, Producer Man said this story leads into Michael having to help Samantha in court and is absolutely not a story about rape. In the coming episodes, there is Grace Wong getting involved in Michael and Tavia's relationship as the third party and Alice Chan and Derek Kwok's passionate kiss scenes.
Posted 19 January 2013 - 03:17 AM
Friday January 18, 2013 Hong Kong
Source: http://my.entertainm...-080300222.html
Michael Tse's wife, Tina Tse was involved in a bitter Weibo spat with the actors' fans, due to an insensitive comment made by one of the users.
As reported on Popular Asians website, in December, amidst rumours circulating that the 37-year-old Tina desires to have her own children, she uploaded a picture of Michael unwrapping his Christmas presents beside a Christmas tree on her Weibo.
To this, a fan commented, "What a warm family! If only there is a baby too... add oil, sister-in-law!"
However, Tina, who was very sensitive about the baby rumours, replied to the fan comment later, saying, "That is none of your business. Are we close? Sister-in-law?"
Other Netizens quickly came to defend the fan's comment but was slammed by Tina, who called them "mentally retarded". To this, enraged Netizens tactlessly asked Tina, "Is a hen still a hen when she can't make eggs?"
The post was deleted hours later.
Tina Tse has been facing a lot of ups and downs ever since marrying Michael Tse seven years ago. The 45-year-old self-professed "party animal" has been consistently caught enjoying himself in the clubs and photographed with female companions, while his wife continues to stick with him.
Posted 11 February 2013 - 06:41 AM
Sunday February 10, 2013 Hong Kong
Source: Fashion & Beauty Issue #475, Credit: HKChannel
Translated by: aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net
On day of the interview, Michael Tse started at 7am, after shooting 10 hours straight of TVB new series Sniper Attack 2013, he rushes over to Tsim Sha Tsui for the photo shoot and interview. Earlier he was busy promoting for Friendly Fire and then had to shoot Lunar New Year comedy film I Love Hong Kong 2013 and now he's actively promoting for its premiere. He's been working nonstop, no wonder at one point, no matter if its in the television set or on the big screen, you can see Michael Tse.
Since E.U (Literal: "Cadets Attack"), to Lives of Omission (Literal: "Sneak Attack"), to Friendly Fire (Literal: "Justice Attack") and now Sniper Attack 2013, Michael laughed he's basically just shooting an "attack" series every year. His roles goes from an undercover to a police officer, then to a lawyer, he's been "attacking" several times, but this time around he finally plays a true sniper! For a realistic effect, Michael especially asked his friend, who knows about Special Duties Unit (SDU) snipers to give him some advice and he'll imitate the appearance. "In reality, it is definitely not easy to be a sniper. Their work is rather static, I have to appear dynamic while being static. It's just all depends on my eye expressions, which is quite challenging."
When speaking of the "attack" series, we will definitely think of Michael's classic role Laughing Gor. Laughing Gor has indeed brought Michael Tse's career to its peak, but because the role had been too successful and left a deep impression on audience, it unknowingly became his burden. No matter what role Michael plays, people will still say he has the Laughing Gor shadow in him.
"I know some people think 'JJ' in Friendly Fire is just like Laughing. As an artist, I'm already used to hearing different opinions from the audience. To me, every role is actually unique. The Laughing Gor role has really got into many people's brains, I just hope the audience won't judge just by watching a few scenes. They should patiently watch the show and naturally, they will be able to see the differences." When Michael first debuted, he had an 'unhealthy' image and often got roles as a gangster, a scum or some crazy man. It wasn't until his semi-evil undercover Laughing Gor role that got him the breakthrough. After he got himself a stable seat as the TVB Siu Sang, he started getting more righteous and positive roles. In fact, whether if the role is good or evil, Michael frankly expressed any of those roles can get popular.
In his latest film I Love Hong Kong 2013, he plays the crafty young version of Nat Chan, and will throw laugh bombs along with his co-stars Bosco Wong, Kate Tsui and Joyce Cheng. In the film, Michael disguised himself in a 60s long haircut, a complete retro look, will you still think he's Laughing Gor?
Started out as a Dancer, Michael is the "King of Dance" titleholder from Strictly Come Dancing, so of course he's energetic. However, on the television screen he's often seen holding a gun, but in his personal life, its surprising to hear that he's actually holding a spatula most of the time!
"From the start, I was forced to cook my own meals, but my personality is when I decide to do something, I will have to enjoy the process. Slowly, I fell in love with cooking. Usually when I have free time in between filming, I would exchange cooking experiences with my female co-star. My favorite dish is 'Big Crabs Cooked in Yellow Wine', which is a dish master chef Fala Chen taught me! Sometimes I get off work late, but I would still insist on cooking up a few dishes. (How can you cook when you're tired?) Actually I don't cooking will tire me out, actually the process is very relaxing. After I finish cooking, I feel accomplished. We all eat happily too!"
Posted 13 February 2013 - 02:01 AM
Tuesday February 11, 2013 Hong Kong
Source: http://my.entertainm...-021400898.html
The Lunar New Year is a time for family reunions and rest, and those are the reasons that actor Michael Tse loves it very much.
As reported on Popular Asians website, the actor, who barely sleeps due to working 12 months a year and seven days a week, revealed that he used his Lunar New Year holiday to go shopping in the flower market.
The actor expressed, "I think shopping in the flower market is really fun. I will go when it's not during peak hours for convenience. Usually, on the days before Lunar New Year, I will shop for some New Year couplets, New Year plants, and red envelopes. I will decorate my house with them."
The actor joked, "The best part of shopping in a flower market is that I get to practice my bargaining skills. The prices for the New Year plants float around a lot. Of course I would like to be able to bargain the best price in the least amount of time! That would be the most satisfying of all!"
The actor also shared that he will try to cook a New Year's dish for his family every year, saying, "I will always purchase some ginseng, young deer, and dried seafood beforehand, because these are the ingredients we add in our food for Lunar New Year. But these dishes are rather difficult to cook. For a rookie cook like me, these are really profound dishes! I really need a senior or an elderly person to help me out. I still haven't learned how to cook them yet!"
Asked of his plans for the Year of the Golden Snake, Michael joked that he hopes to have a snake's lifestyle, saying, "I want to live like a snake – work hard in the summer and then rest for a few months in the winter. The best way is to have nine of months of work and three months of vacation."
On a more serious note, the actor revealed that this year, he will continue to pursue his career in both television and film. In addition to filming his new drama, "Sniper Attack 2013", he will also be promoting for his Lunar New Year film, "I Love Hong Kong 2013".
Posted 11 March 2013 - 05:27 AM
Sunday March 10, 2013 Hong Kong
Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by: aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net
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Yesterday Michael Tse, Niki Chow, Koni Lui, Queenie Chu, Grace Wong, Oceane Zhu, Becky Lee, Elaine Yiu, etc. attended the promotional event for TVB series Sergeant Tabloid. Niki appeared at the event in her policewoman uniform, but that just got Michael madly teasing her that she has no body figure. Michael compared Niki to Becky Lee, who had recently appeared in a bikini on a TVB travel show and showed off her outstanding figure.
At the promotion, the cast played games with references to the current contradictory issues between Hong Kong and China. Lee Yee Man played a HK pregnant woman in the series, she held up a sign and shouted: "Give me back my baby formula!" Ching Ho Wai was fighting for "freedom of the press" in support of her reporter son (played by Michael). Rosanne Lui shouted: "I have the Right to Know!"
Michael and Niki were bashing each other nonstop at the promotion. Michael teased Niki that she has no body figure, while Niki bashed him back saying he "has no material". Michael exposed he has a scene in the series where he goes undercover as a 'duck' (male prostitute) and gets 'date raped' by Becky Lee. When speaking of Becky wearing a bikini on a travel show and displayed her 34C body figure? Initially, Michael thought the female lead on the show was Niki, he smirked: "It doesn't matter whether I watch it or not!"
When Michael learned the lead was actually Becky, he sighed loudly and said he missed out on something good, but he didn't forget to tease Niki once more: "Of course Becky Lee is better than Niki Chow. You can just go randomly find a few more girls and they'll still be better than her! I really do have to go catch the show online then. If the show had Niki, I would just skim through it." When Oceane Zhu and Becky were introduced on stage, Michael just wouldn't let Niki go, he continued to tease her: "Just look at how gentle the other two are, they have [long] legs and everything is just bigger than yours." Niki refuted: "You're a scum both in the series and in real life!"
In the series, Niki plays a 'sing lui' (middle-aged single women) and in reality she's still single, but she was still very into character as she claimed she's the 'Sing Lui' team leader. Niki expressed: "My role is very similar to me in real life. Both of our careers goes smoothly, but not our love lives. It's inevitable that others will start worrying about us when we're over 30, but not marrying is better than marrying the wrong person!"
Last night, Becky appeared in a bikini with Leanne Li on a travel special and stole the limelight. The show got a lot of positive response and Netizens praised her nice figure. Becky said: "I wish them (Netizens) good health. This is my first sexy appearance since my debut. The most important is healthy awareness."
Sergeant Tabloid had already been released overseas last year and the online version circulated all over the internet. However, producer Nelson Cheung expressed the HK version went through re-editing and there's a new ending. He is not worried about the ratings being affected. Also, Benz Hui disclosed his 'on-screen wife' Angelina Lo (she played Niki's mother) went over to HKTV, therefore she did not attend the promotion.
Posted 02 April 2013 - 01:14 AM
Monday April 1, 2013 Hong Kong
Source: http://my.entertainm...-084500056.html
Despite his busy schedule filming "Sniper Attack 2013" and promoting "Sergeant Tabloid", it was reported that TVB actor-singer Michael Tse is still able to find the time to perform in mainland China due to its hefty pay.
According to Popular Asians website, a tabloid reported that the actor, who rose to stardom through his role as Laughing Gor in TVB's "E.U" in 2009, earned RMB1.5 million by performing on ten stages last February.
It was also reported that the actor was recently seen performing a midnight show at a pub in Huizhou, Guangdong.
Opening the show with a performance of "Friends for Life", a single from the soundtrack of "Young and Dangerous", Michael earned approximately RMB150,000 in less than 20 minutes, which is the approximate time for a single performance, before leaving for Hong Kong immediately to continue filming.
It was also revealed that with his newfound wealth earned through bar performances, Michael and wife, Tina, have recently moved to a luxury condo in Ho Man Tin's Wylie Court from their original Happy Valley home.
Posted 21 April 2013 - 12:03 AM
Friday April 19, 2013 Hong Kong
Source: Oriental Daily
Translated by aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net
(On Weibo his name is 方勇峰)
A manager in Mainland by the name of "Fong X Fung" (方X峰) impersonated as TVB artists Michael Tse, Bosco Wong and Derek Kwok's manager. Mr. Fong claimed them as his "exclusive contracted artists". Yesterday afternoon, Michael's wife Tina demanded this Mr. Fong to delete the false news at once. She said: "Michael Tse is a TVB contracted artist. His manager's name is Amyga. Sir, may I ask how can you be exclusive? To prevent unnecessary misunderstandings, please delete your false news. Please cooperate. Thank you."
In response to Tina's message, Fong X Fung immediately changed his profile summary from "Exclusive contracted artists -- Michael Tse, Bosco Wong, Derek Kwok" to "TVB collaborating artists -- Michael Tse, Bosco Wong, Derek Kwok". It was clear Tina did no accept it, she angrily said: "Sir, you rather change your Weibo name and profile picture, but unwilling to correct the false information. You sure are shameless!"
[Oriental Daily] contacted Michael about this issue. He said: "When I was working in China before, he took a picture with me at a nightclub. (He said your his exclusive contracted artist?) I don't know why he's borrowing my name and what he's trying to do with ith it. I don't want people to misunderstand, so I told someone to contact him to ask him to delete the false information on his Weibo." Asked if he plans to take legal action against him? Michael expressed: "Nope, he removed it all. Treat it as a misunderstanding. There are a number of companies out there whom collaborate with TVB! But he went too far writing that he's 'exclusive'. Just clear it up and move on." Reporters contacted this 'Fong X Fung' and asked if Michael is really his 'exclusive contracted artist'? He said: "I'm collaborating with his company TVB, its just a misunderstanding. I already changed it." Bosco Wong expressed he does not know this person.
Posted 24 April 2013 - 01:07 AM
Tuesday April 23, 2013 Hong kong
Source: http://my.entertainm...-092200408.html
Actor Michael Tse is perplexed that a mainland Chinese manager by the Weibo name of "Fong X Fung" impersonated as his manager, as well as claiming that Bosco Wong and Derek Kwok are his "exclusive contracted artistes".
As reported on Groove Asia, during a tele-interview that was held on 20 April, Michael Tse expressed, "When I was working in China before, he took a picture with me at a nightclub. That's all. I don't know why he's borrowing my name and what he's trying to do with it."
The actor revealed that his wife Tina has demanded the man in question to delete the false news at once. However, instead of deleting the information, he only changed his profile summary from "Exclusive contracted artistes: Michael Tse, Bosco Wong, Derek Kwok", to "TVB collaborating artistes: Michael Tse, Bosco Wong, Derek Kwok".
When asked if he plans to take legal action against the false manager, Michael answered, "Nope. I will treat it as a misunderstanding. There are a number of companies out there who collaborate with TVB. But he went too far writing that he's exclusive. Just clear it up and move on."
When reporters contacted the person behind the 'Fong X Fung' account and asked if Michael is really his 'exclusive contracted artiste', he answered, "I'm collaborating with his company TVB, and it's just a misunderstanding. I already changed it."
Meanwhile, Bosco Wong recently expressed that he does not know the person in question.
Posted 15 May 2013 - 01:10 AM
Tuesday May 14, 2013 Hong Kong
Source: http://my.entertainm...-084000396.html
After Fala Chen and Grace Wong, it was revealed that "E.U." actor, Michael Tse, is another TVB star who is planning not to renew his contract with TVB.
Asianpopnews reported that a new rumour has surfaced that the actor will not be renewing his contract with TVB but instead, will change his working arrangements with the station.
Sources revealed that with many TVB stars changing direction to pursue a better career outside TVB, Michael wanted to be able to do the same and not be restricted to only TVB projects.
With TVB executives busy looking for mainland projects for their golden stars such as Moses Chan and Tavia Yeung, it was speculated that Michael Tse will also be heading towards the same goal.
Meanwhile, Michael's recent drama, "Sergeant Tabloid" has peaked at 32 points in ratings. After meeting success in most of the dramas that he was involved in, it might be possible that TVB would agree to his demands after all.
Posted 18 May 2013 - 11:38 PM
Saturday May 18, 2013 Hong Kong
Source: http://my.entertainm...-013000524.html
Following reports that Michael Tse would not be renewing his TVB contract, the actor himself recently admitted the news and revealed his reasons for it.
According to TVB News, the actor, who was recording for the new "Super Trio Show: Super Nova" recently likened his decision to an end of a phase.
Revealing that he will not be renewing his contract when it expires in July, Michael explained, "It's similar to students graduating from school. They still have to advance to the next grade level. Just like Fala Chen, I am leaving to continue my education."
"Each individual makes different decisions; I want to expand my knowledge elsewhere," the actor added.
When asked if TVB tried to convince him to stay, the "Sergeant Tabloid" actor admitted that the company has offered him a great contract, but one that he had to decline as he hopes to make a breakthrough in his career.
However, the actor revealed that he will not say no to a per-series contract if such was offered to him.
When asked if the small salary was the reason for his departure, Michael stated, "It's been said for several years; TVB gives you more opportunities than money. You cannot make all the money out there. I wish to collaborate with people I haven't before."
However, when asked if he is switching over to Ricky Wong's HKTV, Michael Tse answered simply, "There are still a lot of choices."
Posted 05 June 2013 - 01:12 AM
Tuesday June 4, 2013 Hong Kong
Source: http://my.entertainm...-033100886.html
"E.U." actor Michael Tse recently denied collaborating with famed director Johnnie To, following rumours that the two of them were in talks to work on a new project.
As reported on Jayne Stars, the actor, who recently decided not to renew his TVB contract this July, was rumoured to have met the "Blind Detective" director for a new project, after first revealing his hopes of working with Johnnie to the media recently.
The rumours were then fuelled by the news that Michael has completed preliminary negotiations to sign with Hairun Pictures, a Beijing-based production company that Johnnie To is a part of.
To this, Michael Tse said, "All rumours. They're not true". However, the actor added, "But if To Sir wants me to do a movie, that will be the best!"
Meanwhile, it was reported that Michael is willing to work with TVB again if the station agrees to sign him under a per-series contract for at least HKD 50,000 per episode. However, Michael is doubtful that TVB will fulfil this condition.
Posted 21 June 2013 - 02:32 AM
Thursday June 20, 2013 Hong Kong
Source: Mingpao
Translated by aZnangel @ http://asianuniverse.net
Yesterday Michael Tse attended the "K-FOOD Party 2013" event and expressed his TVB contract is ending very soon. He said: "My contract officially expires on July 1st. I'm feeling normal. Although I'll be ending my artist management contract with them, there will still be opportunities to collaborate in the future. Even if they (TVB) doesn't come find me, I will take initiative to talk to them. I joined TVB in 1998, just in a blink of an eye, its been 15 years." He frankly expressed he is in no hurry to find a new management company because he does not plan to shoot any TV series in the next half year. Asked if HKTV's Ricky Wong had approached him? He smiled: "I'm not sure? Actually I don't mind a HK or Mainland company, the most important is encountering a suitable work partner and a manager who can accommodate my future direction."
Also, Michael expressed he is preparing for the "Young and Dangerous" reunion concert held at HK Coliseum in November. He expressed: "I'll be holding a concert with Ekin Cheng, Jordan Chan, Chin Kar Lok and Jerry Lamb in November."
Posted 03 July 2013 - 01:09 AM
Tuesday July 2, 2013 Hong Kong
Source: http://my.entertainm...-065200858.html
Michael Tse recently dismissed several rumours that have been passing around regarding his withdrawal from TVB.
According to HK Channel, Michael, whose contract with TVB expired on 30 June, was previously rumoured to be joining Eric Tsang's new company, as well as director Johnnie To's Beijing-based Hairun Pictures.
To this, Michael clarified, "Both the rumours about me joining Eric and Johnnie's agencies are not true. There were also reports saying that I will be joining Kevin Cheng's mainland studio. But all of these are false."
The actor revealed that he is currently busy preparing for his "Young And Dangerous" reunion with co-stars Ekin Cheng, Jordan Chan and the others at the Hong Kong Coliseum in November. The cast is also planning to go on tour together.
When asked whether TVB had offered him an eight-figure salary to make him stay, Michael neither admitted nor denied the report, and only stated, "Money is not my top priority. It's pointless to be paid a lot just to repeat the same performance."
He added, "I think Hong Kong is the best place for newcomers to begin their career. [The role] Laughing Gor gave me the chance to venture into the mainland market. I want to work with different people so that I can keep growing. I don't want to remain at once place."
Posted 31 August 2013 - 11:18 PM
Saturday August 31, 2013 Hong Kong
Source: http://my.entertainm...-023100809.html
Hong Kong actor Michael Tse recently dispelled rumours of plagiarism concerning his new TVB series.
As reported on Wenweipo website, previously, his new series, "Sniper Standoff" has been the subject of scrutiny in online forums, with netizens claiming that the series is a copycat of the late Leslie Cheung movie, "Double Tap", based on the similarities between the series' promotional poster and trailers with the 2000 film.
The actor, who attended the interview on Commercial Radio with Ekin Cheng, Jordan Chan and the rest of the original "Young And Dangerous" cast on 28 August, dismissed allegations of plagiarism, and said that most posters and trailers with guns look similar to one another.
Michael stated, "Don't just judge the series by its poster and trailer. You can make up your mind about it after actually watching it."
When asked if the accusations of plagiarism upset him, the actor shook his head and said, "It's a good thing to be talked about. It also means that people still remember Leslie's movies."
Michael also admitted to having watched the movie, but did not refer to it for research while filming "Sniper Standoff". He also assured that the series and movie are completely different.
Posted 08 July 2014 - 10:55 PM
TVB approaches Michael Tse again
Tuesday July 8, 2014 Hong Kong
Source: https://my.entertain...-082700398.html
Hong Kong actor Michael Tse, who has been focusing on his career in mainland China, recently revealed that he has been offered a role yet again by TVB for their new series.
According to Hong Kong's On CC News, the actor stated that the company has expressed their wish to cooperate with him once more after the commendable success of last year's "Sniper Standoff".
However, Michael stated that he will only consider a project if it deemed suitable.
"For me, the script and the role are the most important," said the actor, who revealed that he had just recently concluded filming a new mainland drama and is currently shooting a new movie directed by Ringo Lam.
Asked if the salary in mainland China is more attractive than what a Hong Kong production can offer, Michael positively replied, "I am paid in Renminbi (RMB) and it's definitely different. But the most significant part of it is that the system is improving and the mainland production companies really take good care of their artistes."
However, Michael said he hasn't made any plans to invest in the north, "I am still considered a newcomer in mainland China. I should spend more time making myself recognised first."
Posted 19 September 2014 - 09:57 PM
After 8 years of marriage, Michael Tse finally becomes a father
Friday September 19, 2014 Hong Kong
Source: Apple Daily
Translated by: Chloe.C @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums
Michael Tse, who is 47 years old this year, has been married to his wife, Tina for 8 years. According to sources, the couple finally successfully got pregnant, and the baby will be born next spring. Yesterday, the newspaper reporter called Michael to confirm the news. At first, he was hesitant and said: "Umm...." But in the end, he was unable to resist his happiness and personally admitted: "Yes, pregnant for more than 10 weeks now. Don't want to say yet, you can see how I've been low-key about it, because the elderly in the family said they don't want to be so high-profile about it yet."
Avoided talking about wife doing artificial insemination
Previously, there were reports saying that Tina's pregnancy chances were low because her fallopian tube is blocked. It was rumoured that Tina had tried artificial insemination twice before, but unfortunately failed. Asked if this time it was a success through artificial insemination? Michael said: "Don't listen to the magazines. The bottom line is I will not say anything yet. My family wants to wait until the baby is a little older, because at 10+ weeks, it is not stable yet. When (the pregnancy) is more stable then we will tell everyone. You can see that I didn't even post (the news) on Weibo, the most important thing is to wait for the pregnancy to be more stable."
Asked about his wife's condition? Michael said: "There is bound to be morning sickness for sure, but not too serious." Asked if he has stopped working to take care of his wife? He said: "Of course not, I need to earn more milk powder money. I always do chores, and definitely need to do them now even more. It is not good for her to climb up and down being pregnant. We like both boys and girls, we don't have a preference."
Gigi Leung will personally announce her pregnancy tomorrow
In other news, Gigi Leung, who is also going through her first pregnancy, was photographed with a baby bump. It is estimated that she is pregnant 4 months already. Previously, she and her Spanish husband, Sergio, went on a date to Cyberport with their dog. Her husband carefully held onto her. Gigi, who is 38 years old this year, rejected three movies to rest and prepare for the baby. Tomorrow, she will attend and function and personally announce the good news.
Posted 05 February 2015 - 02:14 AM
Congratulations to Michael Tse for having a baby son
Wednesday February 4, 2015 Hong Kong
A few days ago, artiste, Michael Tse (謝天華) shared his joy with everybody about the birth of his baby son and shared a photo of his son, 'Tian Tian 天天', who weighed six pounds on Weibo. He also showed his feelings as a father and said: "My son, 'Tian Tian 天天' (nickname) is born and I am promoted to daddy now. What an amazing feeling!" Michael also used his 'laughing gor' identity to make a promise: "I will nurture you as a powerful boy! Thank you for the hard efforts from my wife whom helps us to open a new chapter." Michael Tse's wife should feel happy upon seeing his sweet message.
Source: ON.CC (HK)
Translated by: tvfan @ Asian E-News Portal
Posted 09 February 2015 - 11:15 PM
Michael Tse's "Laughing BB" is finally born!
Monday February 9, 2015 Hong Kong
Source: MingPao
Translated by: Chloe.C @ http://asianuniverse.net/forums
47 year old Michael Tse and his 42 year old wife, Tina Lee's fruit of love, Laughing BB is finally born! On Tuesday night, Sarah Song helped them announce the good news on "Scoop". She said: "Michael Tse and his wife's fruit of love is born! Mom and baby are safe!" However, she did not reveal whether the baby was a boy, because there was news before that it was a girl.
Scared to cut the umbilical cord
Michael Tse and Tina have been married for 9 years, and last night, they successfully got pregnant. The couple were very excited, but also nervous. Michael laughed saying it's even more nerve-wracking than performing a show. He took extra care of Tina and always asked for advice from good friends, Jordan Chan and Jerry Lamb who are fathers already. Tina's due date was set for February, and the day before, the couple were spotted going to the hospital to wait for delivery. When he was interviewed, he directly admitted that the baby is coming soon, he said: "Almost! Heading down the straight road." He also revealed that he won't cut the umbilical cord because he's scared.
Michael Tse replied the reporters' message and gave his thanks: "Thank you! Mother and son are safe!" He uploaded a picture of the baby on Weibo and revealed his son's nickname: "Tin Tin" (Tin = 天 = sky) Laughing BB is named 謝浩飛, with the English name, "Theo".
Yesterday, Tina and Theo were finally able to go home from the hospital. After Michael sent them safely to the car, he accepted the reporters' interviews. Asked what gift he will reward his wife with, Michael said: "Basic things. It's necessary to reward her!" Asked if Jordan Chan and his other good friends have seen the baby? Michael expressed that everyone is busy with work, plus the viruses in the hospital is very strong, so he told them not to come visit yet. They will visit when they arrive back home. Asked if his good friends shared and tips with him? He laughed: "I already asked them even before Theo was born! But I've been seeing Jordan more often these days, and he also had a son. I'll have to ask him more later on!"
Learning how to hold the baby, hasn't dared to bathe him
First time being a father, is it hard taking care of the baby? Michael laughed that the baby has only been born for a few days, someone helps with milk feeding, but admitted that the way he holds the baby isn't very accurate, still learning. Did he help the baby take a bath? He expressed that he doesn't dare yet: "I will watch first! Learn while doing! (Ready to feed late night?) I haven't been sleeping much these days. I've practised, I wake up right away after being called." Will he hold a 1 month or 100 day banquet for the baby? Michael stated that the baby has only been born for a few days, so he hasn't thought about it yet, will decide later on. Will he make black vinegar pig trotters with ginger right when they get home? Michael replied that the confinement lady will do it, he won't have to do it himself. He joked that he only knows that the ginger is very expensive these days.
Posted 13 February 2015 - 02:13 AM
Michael Tse: I am responsible to play with my son and earn more money
Thursday February 12, 2015 Hong Kong
A few days ago, Michael Tse (謝天華) was promoted to a father. Six days ago, he went to the hospital to visit his wife and son, Tian Tian (天天). Michael said his wife had yet to be discharged from hospital and needed to monitor the situation first Michael added that he was still not used to be a father and many things to learn. When asked if he learned and helped his son to change his diapers and bathe, Michael said: "I will not be responsible for such things, I am responsible to play....My wife is responsible for our son's personal hygiene while I am responsible to play with my son and earn more money."
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Posted 08 March 2015 - 01:24 AM
Michael Tse disclosed his wife used breast milk and cow milk to feed his son
Saturday March 7, 2015 Hong Kong
Michael Tse (謝天華) had been promoted to daddy status recently and accepted a radio station interview to discuss about his experience as a father. He disclosed his wife, Tina, had been a great help and said: "We feed him with breast milk and cow milk now. At first, it was breast milk but became a mixture eventually." When asked if he reduced his shopping expenditure, Michael said: "I used to buy whatever I like and not anymore now."
Michael revealed he went to work in overseas earlier and took the opportunity to buy a set of family clothes. He said: "In the past, I will not look at children stuff but actually bought a set of family clothes for myself, wife and son. I show it to my wife and her first response was telling me to wear it first."
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Translated by: tvfan @ Asian E-News Portal
Posted 14 March 2015 - 12:58 AM
Michael Tse's son, Theo, is one month old
Friday March 13, 2015 Hong Kong
Last month, Michael Tse (謝天華) was promoted to daddy status and the usual cool artiste immediately smiled upon looking at his son, Theo. On Weibo, Michael uploaded a photo of his one month old son and wrote: "Tian Tian (天天) is one month old! It is his first time to shop and enjoy the scenery." Looking at the photo, Michael was elated to look at his son while he looked at his father attentively. The netizens praised that Theo was very cute and hoped he will grow up soon.
A few days ago on Weibo, Zhang Zhen (張震) shared a photo of himself changing diapers for his baby daughter for the first time and wrote: "This is my first time to change diapers and I received...... 'gold'!!" His good friend Shu Qi (舒淇), also left a message: "Lucky him!" while the netizens told him to keep the 'gold' well.
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QUEBEC CITY -- His players, many of them, are here hoping to position themselves to be selected to play for Canada in the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games.
Not their coach.
Ken Hitchcock believes he shouldn't be picked.
"I feel strongly about that," said the Edmonton native who coached the Dallas Stars to a Stanley Cup and was out of the playoffs this year coaching the Columbus Blue Jackets.
"I had my kick at it. I coached in two Olympics," he said of being a member of Pat Quinn's Olympic teams under Wayne Gretzky.
"I don't think it should be the same four or five guys every time. I enjoyed it. But there are a lot of good coaches who also deserve a chance. Other guys should get a chance to have the same experience I've had."
Hitchcock is in his first head coaching assignment for Team Canada at the IIHF World Hockey Championships. He's previously been an assistant.
He said Hockey Canada came hard at him to take this job. "They were relentless," he said.
And he didn't say no. He said he wouldn't say no if Canada asked him to coach in 2010 because you answer when Canada calls.
But he really believes others ought to have the opportunity.
That said, he wants to succeed with this opportunity.
"It's the same sort of coaching experience," he said.
"You have to approach it so much different because of the lack of time involved to become a team.
"It's like this practice," he said of the second day of the team being on the ice together in preparation for the first pre-tournament game here tonight against Finland.
"You could sure tell the difference by the colour of their faces.
"The first day there was a lot more colour in their faces. Today their colour was all the same. There was a lot more jump today."
He said being a head coach involves trying to keep to the plan they had when they got together here three days ago and met for six hours to put the plan in place.
"You plan for the long term, aiming at the first game against Slovenia in Halifax. I know after the first game there will suddenly be 25 different things you think about doing short term.
"My job is to try to stick to the long term."
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|05 Apr 2012
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I installed a 60 gig SSD realizing it is too small after windows says there is only 55 gigs on the SSD instead of 60 ? After doing some reading, this is considered normal ?
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I think there are some posts somewhere on the forum about size reported on Disks.
Manufacturers obfuscate the issue deliberately because they treat say 1GB as exactly as 1000 MB and a MB 1s exactly 1 Million Bytes.
In Normal terminology (Windows etc) 1 Mega anything is 1024 X 1000.
So Windows will always report the disk has having less bytes than the manufacturer.
Pity - but true. The Manufacturers aren't going to change.
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That's been the case as long as hard drives have been sold to consumers. But, as mentioned, you should be able to run a system with a 60 GB SSD and a spinner.
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Kilo, Mega, Giga, and Peta were all base-10 numbers before they were base-2 digital numbers. If anyone has it right, it's technically the harddrive manufacturers.
Real World Examples:
1 kilogram = 10^3 grams = 1000 grams
1 kilobyte = 10^3 bytes = 1000 bytes (not 2^10 = 1024 bytes)
1 megapixel = 10^6 pixels = 1,000,000 pixels
1 megabyte = 10^6 bytes = 1,000,000 bytes (not 2^20 = 1,048,576 bytes)
1 gigaflop = 10^9 flops = 1,000,000,000 flops
1 gigabyte = 10^9 bytes = 1,000,000,000 bytes (not 2^30 = 1,073,741,824 bytes)
This variance in base-2 versus base-10 is what gives people the perception that storage manufacturers are lying sacks. A 60GB harddrive / SSD device does indeed have 60 billion bytes of storage, but in base-2 form (Windows method of sizing) a 60GB device would need 64.4 billion bytes.
Yes, yes, I know, all of us old cronies (I'm certainly included in this) are very accustomed to seeing kilo, mega, giga and peta in base-2 form. But we were taught wrong RAM must be sized in base 2 increments for addressing reasons, but not physical storage.
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|April 12, 2013, 12:09 PM
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I don't get it.
I can understand the shortage of firearms and ammo. It's a kneejerk reaction to Obama getting re-elected .... and a no brainer.
I can even understand the shortage of primers and powder, sort of.
What I can't for the life of me understand is the shortage of reloading tools. Did the election results create this? I don't see how. I don't think several thousand new gun owners all decided to jump into reloading all at once buying up all available inventory.
Dillon, Hornady, RCBS, LEE and most bullet manufacturers are behind, they are all backordering parts, kits and new presses. I'd like to get a few extra parts for my soon to arrive Hornady LNL like extra primer pickup tubes, a micro adjuster for the powder throw and a few other odds and ends. No luck, seems most everyone is out of stock.
Why is it that the reloading tool industry is so far behind? Maybe its hoarding?
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|April 12, 2013, 12:16 PM
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Everybody wants to be prepared and reload instead of relying on the gun shops.
|April 12, 2013, 12:16 PM
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I've helped three people in the last year get into reloading. One for prepping, one for keeping ammo costs down, and one for tuning match grade ammo.
I think that there are just a lot of people getting in to reloading, bullet casting, and trying to get away from being at the mercy of the market for complete ammunition.
Think about it, even if you don't have optimal components, most reloaders can alway cobble together SOMETHING that shoots safely.
I don't think this is hoarding, I think this is a market expansion.
Machine guns are awesome until you have to carry one.
|April 12, 2013, 12:18 PM
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A lot of people bought into the idea of reloading as a way out of the ammo crunch. First went primers and powder with bullets right behind!
Once they blow a few guns up or struggle with load development, will they quit reloading?? Yes, but likely they will sit on components...in reality, most will only buy components once, so I believe reloading will recover first.
|April 12, 2013, 12:20 PM
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It kind of makes sense to me. I haven't loaded handgun ammo since 1996 because it was plentiful and not all that expensive. Now it's hard to find and nose-bleed expensive when you do. I wouldn't guess reloading tools are being hoarded, but instead are being bought by people who are starting to load their own ammo.
|April 12, 2013, 12:54 PM
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Just my $.02
Some calibers in the past were: Why bother reloading XXX ammo is so cheap you aren't going to save any money. Suddenly you can't get XXX so established loaders have gone and got what they need for these calibers. If you look at calibers that are less common place and were more likely the realm of loaders (32 S&W Long, H&R, 375 anything, etc) you will find brass, bullets, and dies available.
Some things like turret and progressive presses are a much lower volume item so the makers aren't geared to manufacture lots of them quickly. Lots of newbies and some established people looking to upgrade demanding heavily of the limited available supply and manufacturing capacity have overwhelmed this segment of the market.
Brass, bullets, powder, primers, are going to fulfill spot market and long term contractual obligations to the FFL manufacturers who themselves can not keep up with demand. That means fewer of these components make it to the secondary stream market (that is us).
After the last go around, it was over a year after everything settled down that I was able to get JHP bullets for my 32's. Now I can still get all I want for now. They were a late run because they are a lower demand product. As such the manufacturers did their run much later as they were catching up on main stream components.
|April 12, 2013, 01:08 PM
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The shortage is due to demand. The demand is driven my many of the things various people on this forum and others have been stating for two to three months. Go back and do some reading, and the answer will be obvious. The same demand is indicated first by the shortage of firearms. People buying new and/or first new guns are having to buy ammo since firearms do not work without ammunitions or at least most don't.
Then people are figuring out the price of ammunition is not going to drop back to its prior levels. Then there is also the fear of additional taxes on manufactured ammunition.
|April 12, 2013, 01:10 PM
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Think about what we will have available in a year or so, once all these people decide they really dont like to reload.
Flea Bay will be full of LEE Turrets and stuff.
|April 12, 2013, 01:50 PM
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There are a LOT of new shooters, we should be real happy with the swelling of our ranks. I have never so many people wanting to learn to shoot and buy their first gun. Then, they need ammo. Just read forums such as TFL, when someone says they can't afford the ammo, or where is it, what do we do? We recommend the learn to reload! For one thing, reloading components have not gone up in price by the same factor as loaded ammo.
I have one friend who foresaw the coming shortage in ammo and decided to get into reloading. Not wanting to risk missing the buying window he bought a couple of presses, tens of thousands of components, case prep equipment, the whole shebang. Now that there is nothing available to buy he is going through the manuals, asking advice and carefully learning how to use his equipment and components safely. He is finding he does not have the ideal set up of combinations sometimes, but he at least has the basics and "good enough" combinations that he can keep shooting frequently. By going this route he has probably 2 times the ammo supply than if he had bought loaded ammo before the rush, or 4 times than if he had bought it spread out over time and paid inflated prices.
Lots of new shooters, and with the shortage many old and new shooters are seeing reloading as a means to reduce costs and improve odds of getting ammo. Plus, some states are seriously making noise about increasing taxes on ammunition or limiting sales, so that I am sure is driving many guys to look to reloading to avoid the cost/restriction of loaded ammo sales.
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|April 12, 2013, 03:06 PM
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I dont get all these threads. Its been well reported that there is a run on all guns, ammo and everything to do with guns. I would assume this to mean everything for shooting, primers, powder, bullets, raw lead to mold bullets, molds, 22lr ammo, cleaning kits, patches, solvents, brushes, gun safes, gun pouches, gun cases both plastic and metal, bullet boxes, reloading equipment, scales, powder measures, dies, presses, bolts to mount presses, wrenches to tighten bolts on presses, gloves to hold wrenches to tighten bolts on presses, and so on and so forth. everything to do with our hobby is in short supply.
|April 12, 2013, 03:21 PM
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The reloading industry ....was geared up to meet demands...based on what they had seen for the last 2 or 3 years....
...when thinks went nuts on the demand side from the assault weapons ban discussion....their inventory just disappeared quickly.
....guys are hoarding, which is making it worse than it needs to be. ( I know a number of guys that paniced - and bought supplies that will last them for 10 yrs based on their annual usage).
I think it'll all level out by early summer / if everyone would just relax - it might be quicker.
|April 12, 2013, 03:41 PM
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+1 for BigJimP's response, except the part about it being over by early summer. I'll hold my opinion on that until after all the votes are cast concerning gun legislation. I'm afraid that if a gun bill is passed this could last until winter or even next year.
|April 12, 2013, 03:49 PM
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A clinger. When guns are outlawed, only outlaws will have guns. Single Action .45 Colt (Sometimes improperly referred to by its alias as the .45 'Long' Colt or .45LC). Don't leave home without it. Ok.... the .44Spec is growing on me ... but the .45 Colt is still king.
|April 12, 2013, 04:01 PM
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Reloading was on my to-do list, but I wasn't in a big hurry to get into it. This changed when I saw that the case of 1000 9mm that I'd purchased for $210 was suddenly selling, if available, for $500. So, the Sandy Hook hysteria accelerated my timeline.
It took about six weeks for my press to come, and I spent the majority of that time hunting down primers. It's nutty, all of this, and while I'm part of the problem because of the calendar, I feel only so bad since I was going to get into it regardless.
|April 12, 2013, 07:13 PM
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Hoarding? Not a very precise term at all, and it is a term usually used by those that wished they had the foresight to buy a stockpile of components.
I got lucky last year and bought a couple thousand bulles, a couple dozen pounds of powder, and a couple thousand primers. Hardly a "hoard" by any stretch of the imagination. Powder Valley still continued to have those components on hand.
If I placed the same order again this time of year, it seems like someone would be all butt hurt about "hoarders" instead of "combine orders to reduce the sting of the hazmat fee."
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Well, you've probably noticed I haven't been on the air for quite some time. I got Bronchitis and Laryngitis and lost my voice 10 days ago.
I'm starting to get a little worried. I've lost my voice before but never for this long!
I'm on all antibiotics, steroids, an inhaler, nasal steroid spray etc..and still nothing.
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Once again, I put pen to paper to write about the conflict in Syria, but for the first time, I'm not saddened by the news.
I am pleased to report that late last week, negotiators from a myriad of countries involved in the conflict — including the U.S. and Russia — agreed to a temporary "cessation of hostilities" in order to provide humanitarian aid and to further more long-lasting peace talks.
Two previous rounds of attempted peace talks were stillborn, faltering and falling apart before any traction could be gained.
What both of those lacked, however, was united pressure from the international community to resolve the situation.
Now, around 20 countries have gathered together in the newly minted International Syria Support Group (ISSG), which aims to de-escalate hostilities and create peace on the region.
The group — which includes interested regional and foreign countries — has brought together several pairs of countries who are usually at odds, such as the U.S., Russia, Iran and Saudi Arabia.
The agreement, largely the work of U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry and his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov, gives the Syrian army and the rebel opposition a week to confirm the truce.
The ceasefire also applies to outside forces currently acting in conjunction with either side, but notably excludes ISIS.
Unfortunately, the integrity of the ceasefire is highly questionable.
Although the intent is admirable, and many were shocked that any truce was signed, there are still many hurdles to overcome before we can have confidence that the agreement will hold.
First and foremost, is that Russia holds most of the cards in the negotiations, and its primary goal is propping up Syrian president Bashar al-Assad's regime.
The two countries have long-standing diplomatic ties, including Syria housing a Russian naval base on the Mediterranean.
In order to keep the Assad regime strong, Russia has been executing a campaign of airstrikes against all opposition forces, not just ISIS.
Thanks to this support, the Syrian army has made huge strides in reclaiming land it lost to rebel fighters.
Thus, the Syrians and their Russian allies have little incentive to end the air campaign, and indeed, there was no firm agreement from Russia to halt its bombing runs.
I, and many others, worry that Russia will continue to bomb non-ISIS rebels and by doing so threaten the tenuous peace.
Additionally, the week-long period before the ceasefire comes into effect echoes a similar three-day long period in the Ukrainian ceasefire agreement.
In that instance, Russia embarked on a large, rapid military campaign to seize as much territory as possible before the ceasefire.
Despite these concerns, I am optimistic about the prospects of the ceasefire.
It is only a stopgap measure, and larger peace talks will be held at the U.N. beginning on Feb. 25.
I am hopeful that between now and then, the new ceasefire will allow much-needed humanitarian aid to reach the hundreds of thousands who are trapped in the conflict.
After the interim week is up, the world will see whether my optimism is well-founded and the truce holds.
If that is the case, then another, far more challenging concern arises: how to move forward to a more permanent peace.
Without resolving the ethnic and religious issues behind the war, no ceasefire or truce will be worth the paper it's printed on.
Any attempt to impose peace without addressing these concerns will fall flat, at best; in the worst case, they could even exacerbate the situation.
The hurdle which a successful treaty must overcome is singular, but massive: the sharp sectarian divide between Sunni and Shia Muslims in the region.
In particular, it must satisfactorily address the severe disenfranchisement of the Syrian Sunni majority incurred by the Shia minority holding power.
The effort will be challenging, but even if a moderately successful solution is found it could be used as a model for similar conflicts around the globe.
Never has there been more international pressure to find such a solution, particularly one which offers an unprecedented opportunity to move the world closer to peace.
Although finding an ideal solution is a pipe-dream, a successful solution can be found if the international community is up to the challenge.
Many countries have indicated their desire for peace in the region, but the country which matters most is more invested in propping up its ally than long-lasting peace.
And let us be clear: Russia is the most important country in the arena.
Its military interventions have legitimacy in its alliance with Syria, and it has the most invested in the war.
Russia can unilaterally decide to prolong the fighting if events aren't going its way.
Since Russia's main concern is the success of the Syrian government, it is up to other countries to pressure both Syria and Russia into a successful peace agreement.
Though delicate handling and intricate diplomatic maneuvers may be necessary, I believe a chance exists for the U.S. and her allies to create lasting peace in the region.


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