Hundreds of people released sky lanterns in New Taipei to mark the end of Lunar New Year, writing wishes for the year ahead. Once used for military signals, the lanterns now symbolize peace and hope. | AP

A viral video circulating on social media has prompted discussion in Taiwan after footage showed a Taiwanese girl being knocked down at Shibuya Scramble Crossing in Tokyo. According to Taiwanese media coverage, the incident occurred while the child was near the well-known pedestrian crossing, a major tourist landmark that sees heavy foot traffic daily. The video appears to show a passerby colliding with her, causing her to fall. The clip has since been widely shared online. The reports note that

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