News Bites

In today’s news: A mother in Eswatini finds a special way to thank Taiwan, and the ozone layer is on track to heal after years of damage! And in today’s Tasty Tidbit…Japan’s zero-waste town! Click HERE to see the full episode transcript. If you have a fun fact, a joke or interesting news you'd like to share with us, record your message and send us your Tasty Tidbit to newsbites@icrt.com.tw, and yo...

Coming up next in today's news: the school milk program is getting more money, and an ugly painting is by… well, listen to find out! And in today's Tasty Tidbit…teens buy an oil well so it can be shut down! Click HERE to see the full episode transcript! If you have a fun fact, a joke, or interesting news you'd like to share with us, record your message and send us your Tasty Tidbit to newsbites@ic...

Today's stories... How Taiwan's west coast mudflats have disappeared over the last century, and scientists develop a revolutionary self-healing medical patch. And in today's Tasty Tidbit...jam, jelly, marmalade, and preserves! Click HERE to see the full episode transcript. If you have a fun fact, a joke, or interesting news you'd like to share with us, record your message and send us your Tasty Ti...

In today's episode: Big grant for fly ash washing plant, and the world's first 3-D printed hotel. And for today's Tasty Tidbit: Taiwan's volcanoes. If you have a fun fact, a joke or interesting news story you'd like to share with us, record your message and send us your Tasty Tidbit to newsbites@icrt.com.tw, and you might hear it at the end of an episode.

Today's news stories are all about celebrating 100-year birthdays, one with a special exhibit, and one with a trip off a plane! Click HERE to see the full episode transcript. If you have a fun fact, a joke, or interesting news you'd like to share with us, record your message and send us your Tasty Tidbit to newsbites@icrt.com.tw, and you might hear it at the end of an episode! We'll see you next t...

In today's News Bites: Elders on a runway, and Thailand says "I do!" to same-sex marriage. And for today's Tasty Tidbit…Batman gets a Hollywood star. Click HERE to see the full episode transcript. If you have a fun fact, a joke, or interesting news you'd like to share with us, record your message and send us your Tasty Tidbit to newsbites@icrt.com.tw, and you might hear it at the end of an episode...

In today's News Bites: A sssssurprise at the laundromat, and a bouncy new star at a Thai zoo! And in today's Tasty Tidbit…some fun animal puns. Click HERE to see the full episode transcript. If you have a fun fact, a joke, or interesting news you'd like to share with us, record your message and send us your Tasty Tidbit to newsbites@icrt.com.tw, and you might hear it at the end of an episode! We'l...

In today's News Bites: Taiwan wins big at an international skills competition and an island is looking for a rat… one rat! And in today's Tasty Tidbit… a rap group in South Korea raps about farm life! But that's not the most surprising thing about them…   Click HERE to see the full episode transcript.   If you have a fun fact, a joke, or interesting news you'd like to share with us, record your me...

In today's News Bites: Taiwan's largest land crab species, and a Norwegian princess marries an American shaman. And in today's Tasty Tidbit…Pies! Click HERE to see the full episode transcript. If you have a fun fact, a joke, or interesting news you'd like to share with us, record your message and send us your Tasty Tidbit to newsbites@icrt.com.tw , and you might hear it at the end of an episode! W...

In today's News Bites: History hiding in plain sight, and the Apache trout makes a comeback. And in today's Tasty Tidbit…fast-growing babies! Click HERE to see the full episode transcript. If you have a fun fact, a joke, or interesting news you'd like to share with us, record your message and send us your Tasty Tidbit to newsbites@icrt.com.tw, and you might hear it at the end of an episode! We'll...

In today's News Bites: Pineapple leaves turn into clothes, and an asteroid turns into a second moon. And today's Tasty Tidbit is out-of-this-world! Click HERE to see the full episode transcript. If you have a fun fact, a joke, or interesting news you'd like to share with us, record your message and send us your Tasty Tidbit to newsbites@icrt.com.tw, and you might hear it at the end of an episode!...

In today's News Bites: A sushi restaurant sues a customer, and a mega den of rattlesnakes. Eww! And in today's Tasty Tidbit…the Eiffel Tower in France never rusts. Ever wondered why? Click HERE to see the full episode transcript. If you have a fun fact, a joke, or interesting news you'd like to share with us, record your message and send us your Tasty Tidbit to newsbites@icrt.com.tw, and you might...

In today's News Bites: Keeping macaques at a safe distance, and changing the Notre Dame. And in today's Tasty Tidbit: some monkey jokes! Click HERE to see the full episode transcript. If you have a fun fact, a joke, or interesting news you'd like to share with us, record your message and send us your Tasty Tidbit to newsbites@icrt.com.tw, and you might hear it at the end of an episode! We'll see y...

In today's News Bites: Taiwan has plans to make the internet safer, and scientists find more victims in a historic ruin. And in today's Tasty Tidbit…a secret language only twins can understand! Click HERE to see the full episode transcript. If you have a fun fact, a joke, or interesting news you'd like to share with us, record your message and send us your Tasty Tidbit to newsbites@icrt.com.tw, an...

In today's News Bites: More help for homeless animals, and the whole bean goes in the bar! And in today's Tasty Tidbit...some dog jokes. Click HERE to see the full episode transcript. If you have a fun fact, a joke, or interesting news you'd like to share with us, record your message and send us your Tasty Tidbit to newsbites@icrt.com.tw, and you might hear it at the end of an episode! We'll see y...

In today's News Bites: A workshop in Taiwan turns plastic waste into sunglasses, and the Paris mayor wants to keep the Olympic rings on the Eiffel Tower! And in today's Tasty Tidbit… did you eat your vegetables at lunch? Click HERE to see the full episode transcript. If you have a fun fact, a joke, or interesting news you'd like to share with us, record your message and send us your Ta...

In today's News Bites: Taiwan introduces a ban on animal performances, and living with tigers! And in today's Tasty Tidbit…some fearful things. Click here to see the full episode transcript. ----- If you have a fun fact, a joke, or interesting news you'd like to share with us, record your message and send us your Tasty Tidbit to newsbites@icrt.com.tw, and you might hear it at the end o...

So, in today's News Bites:   Taiwanese tourists like to travel to Japan the most, with over 3 million traveling there in 2023.   Interestingly, Taiwan is also a popular destination for Japanese tourists, ranking second in a recent survey.   They’re attracted by the short flight distance, delicious Taiwanese food, among others. ________________________________   And,   No one truly knows how th...

In today's News Bites, A man’s curiosity led to a new eco-friendly fabric. It is made from recycled oyster shells and plastic bottles. People who wear clothes made from this fabric stay comfortable, warm, and dry. --- And... A man was bored during the pandemic, so he started collecting trading cards. A woman showed him her father’s huge collection. He bought it and now he’s having a lot of fun...

In today’s News Bites:  The Ministry of Environment in Taiwan is launching a campaign to address the issue of cigarette butts littering the environment. The campaign involves installing cigarette waste bins in public areas and enforcing stricter penalties for littering. The goal is to encourage smokers to dispose of their cigarette butts responsibly and create a cleaner, healthier environment for...

In today’s News Bites... Taiwan’s first home-built satellite, Triton, is helping scientists predict heavy rain more accurately. Each day, Triton gathers information, which scientists turn into wind speed reports.  The Central Weather Administration already uses Triton’s wind and wave data to help forecast weather, especially during storms. --- And, Scientists have found new evidence that there is...

In today's News Bites: High-risk drivers in Taiwan are going to get shorter licenses. Drivers who had their license revoked can only apply for a 1- or 2-year license. They will also go through a 6-year observation period. _________________________________________________ And... Turning cities into sponges can help fight flooding. Sponge cities can soak up rainwater using nature, without concre...

Hello! And welcome back to another episode of News Bites. I’m Paz Bueno. And I’m Nancy Sun. We have some good news and bad news for you today: Taiwan’s wind farms are super-efficient, and breaking a 400-year heat record. And in today’s Tasty Tidbit…self-aware animals! Let’s check it out. ________________________________ 台灣離岸風電達新高 Taiwan’s Offshore Wind Farm Hits New High **Renewable energ...

Hi everyone, welcome to a new episode of News Bites! I'm Nancy Sun. And I'm Kelly Kimura. In today's stories, top night markets for international visitors, and a big bird takes over the New York skyline. And in today's Tasty Tidbit, one student from New Taipei tells us all about a strange animal! Stay tuned for more on those stories! ______________________________________________________ 外國觀光...

Hello and welcome back to another episode of News Bites! I'm Nancy Sun. And I'm Jacob Ingram. Today's stories… Taiwan takes top marks for invention, and fans keep quiet for these sports. And in today's Tasty Tidbit…. Water that's boiling AND freezing? All that and more, coming up next! ________________________________ 台東國小生獲達文西發明展金牌獎 Taiwan Takes Top Marks at Innovation Competition...