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Abortion ad sends supermodel running to court

Add adverts to the growing list of fake products or shanzhai ("mountain stronghold") versions of the real thing. Supermodel Lin Chi-ling is suing a Dongguan gynecology clinic that promoted its "2-minute painless abortion" at a cost of 400 yuan ($59), using the Red Cliff actress' image. Adding insult to injury the clinic used a photo that was part of Lin's uterus cancer prevention campaign, for which she is an ambassador. "I believe lots of showbiz personalities have had similar experiences," said Lin's assistant, called "Gaby" in the Apple Daily newspaper report. http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/showbiz/2009-07/23/content_8463589.htm

Lin Chiling endorses abortion?

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Taiwan’s top model Lin Chiling’s endorsing abortion? No way! Apparently her photograph was used by a certain gynaecology in Dongwan for the promotion of painless abortion. Yesterday, (19 July 2009), Chiling (Zhi Ling) expressed through her assistant Gaby that she’ll definitely take legal actions against them. Two years ago, Lin Chiling’s sensual promotion photographs were used by a London sexual service producer and promoted as their ‘Asian girls’. Recently, Lin Chiling’s photograph was once again used as a certain gynaecology clinic in mainland’s commercial’s lead. The commercial photograph was posted by websters but the clinic’s name was blurred and couldn’t be identified. In the advertisement, Lin Chiling smilingly stretched out her arms in coordination with the commercial slogan ‘Take note of woman’s health, stay clear of illnesses’. The advertisement even stated ‘2 minutes painless abortion at a special rate of RMB 400′. Other than Lin Chiling, this clinic’s promotions photograph

It's crystal clear: accessories the best buy in tough times

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LUXURY fashion accessories manufacturer Swarovski has turned to nature and blended some Taoist principles such as harmony into its new season range of necklaces, bangles and earrings as it targets the booming China market. Michelle Zhang is dazzled by the creativity. The upcoming autumn/winter will be a big season for accessories because they are the best investment during the recession, says Nathalie Colin, creative director of Swarovski. "When people have less money to spend on clothes, they will definitely invest in accessories, which help them easily develop new looks, even if they wear the same outfit," she says. "That's why many brands have come up with more accessories for the next season." Colin was in Taipei last week to attend the Austrian crystal manufacturer's China launch of its autumn/winter 2009 collection. The gala event was held at Chiang Kai-shek's former Shihlin Residence in Taipei. It is the first time the venue, in mountainous surrou

Lin Chi Ling does romance in 'Ci Ling', will still act even if laughed at

Source: Sinchew-i Translation: http://www.jaychoustudio.com Lin Chi Ling filmed the adventure action movie "Ci Ling" in the desert for 3 months, even though she had a romantic scene where she and male lead Jay Chou nestled together in the desert and watched setting sun, but she had to go through getting her face scratched by the sand, her skin was roasted to charcoal, the number one model has gone through a tough time to be a newcomer in the movie industry, a lot of people asked her if she regrets it? She cleverly replies: "Even if my performance is laughed at, I'll still act." Even though Lin Chi Ling has done bed scenes with Tony Leung and also shown off her shoulders in "Red Cliff" but she still doesn't have the courage to do intimate scenes, originally the film company hoped she and "Ci Ling" male lead Jay Chou could have intimate scenes in the movie making it easier for them to promote it, but she felt for a treasure hunting movie, l

Lin Chiling Stars for Longines in Hong Kong

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By ASHOK SOMAN Swiss luxury watchmaker Longines opened its third Hong Kong boutique in July 2009 with the help of its Ambassadress of Elegance Lin Chiling. Lin was making her first appearance for the brand in Hong Kong as its ambassadress and was presented with a Longines Les Elegantes 2009 Collection ladies diamond watch worth HKD100,000 to mark the occasion. Located at Yang Ping Road in Causeway Bay, the store is the third mono-brand boutique for the Longines in Hong Kong. The brand took the opportunity of this launch to showcase its 2009 novelties from BaselWorld. source http://www.luxury-insider.com/Current_Affairs/post/2009/07/Lin-Chiling-Stars-for-Longines-in-Hong-Kong.aspx

Lin zhiling seem fine 50 million

“The first model”, Taipei revenue recognized Lin zhiling 2003-2004 personal omission, even with free tax for preliminary estimates that more than million nt $50 million (over). Lin zhiling yesterday morning to explain why, but the finance ministry official said privately, the chance to recover is very low, Lin zhiling made up about has unavoidably. Lin zhiling all depends on make-up on yesterday, accompanied by finance lawyers to put forward that lasted more than 1 hour, cause a commotion. The first model of glamour, let dozens of friends to squeeze in finance staff meeting, “” stargazing outdoor high EQ is chiling Lin also easy for officials, fans, let the signature, to get off. In employee Opens a jay tax issues Tax official said, Lin zhiling and tax for income properties of different, she claims his income belong to “show”, “business income” shall, according to law, can subtract from 45% of total cost, But that it is “tax income”, can deduct $75,000 (about $3750 salary deductions),

Lin Chiling admits having dated Jerry Yan

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Taiwan star Lin Chiling admitted that she dated actor Jerry Yan at a Hunan TV talk show. The 34-year-old model-actress also talked about her first relationship which last seven years. Lin said she feels that she does not respect her ex-boyfriend enough if she talks too much about the former relationship, but she also said she will not deny the relationship. “We are very good friends until now,” said Lin. source: http://www.asiaenews.com/lin-chiling-admits-having-dated-jerry-yan/

The Magic Aster -- Film Review

The Magic Aster -- Film Review By Maggie Lee, July 01, 2009 04:33 ET Bottom Line: This lackluster eco-friendly animation is a yawn for both kids and adults. SHANGHAI -- A battle between good and evil is waged for the sake of a wee petal in "The Magic Aster," an animated Chinese fairy tale so devoid of fun or personality that it only feels quaint. Shanghai Animation Film Studio, which jointly produced this with other Chinese partners, will find it tough to foist the $2.19 million project onto foreign shores except for the odd children's channel. For Chinese-speaking viewers, the animation's star-loaded vocal lineup that includes Houston Rockets center Yao Ming, pop-king Leon Lai ("Forever Enthralled") and supermodel-turned-actress Lin Chi-ling ("Red Cliff") may be its biggest bonus. The story is set in some indistinct ancient time in China. On an idyllic mountain blossoming with exoti