News Bites

Hello and welcome to another episode of News Bites!In today's news:Teachers in Taiwan ask for the right to rest after work, and scientists find a whale graveyard deep in the ocean. And in today's News Flash, our word is: pressure. Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi and welcome to a new episode of News Bites!In today’s episode… Jeremy Lin returns to the basketball court… and what can officials at the soccer World Cup count on Japanese fans to do?Plus… what do you say when you promise to fix a problem - big or small?Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hello and welcome back to News Bites!Coming up today, keeping a community safe, and helping hands at a market.And in today's News Flash, a word for togetherness!Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi and welcome to a new episode of News Bites!Today, we'll be talking about Taiwan's newest satellite, and why Sweden is planning to ban mobile phones in schools.And for News Flash, we'll explain what "distraction" means.Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi and welcome to a new episode of News Bites!In today’s episode, Taiwanese students win big in a robotics competition.And China puts pressure on Catholics.Plus, in today’s News Flash- “repress.”Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi there, it’s time for an all-new episode of News Bites.In this episode, we’ll be talking about a man from Tanzaniawho has just graduated from the National Taiwan University …… and a new bus line in Switzerland goes anywhere, butnowhere in particular.And in this episode’s News Flash, break free.Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi there! You’re listening to News Bites!Coming up today: A new survey shows how much students in Taiwan actually exercise...and scientists in Brazil make a surprising discovery about a giant tropical fruit and your teeth.  And in today’s News Flash: benefit.Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi and welcome back to another episode of News Bites.In today’s episode, a new face at the Taipei Zoo, and new faces on UK banknotes!And in this episode’s News Flash, facing problems!Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi and welcome to a new episode of News Bites!Today, we'll be talking about a missing dog that was reunited with its owner, and a growing movement by gamers who want to stop video games from disappearing forever.And for News Flash, we'll explain what "ownership" means.Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi and welcome back to another episode of News Bites.In today’s episode, we’re talking about two stories where people help animals. In Taiwan, fishermen help a turtle get back to the ocean. And in Poland, why did the frog cross the road?Plus in this episode’s news flash: volunteer. Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi there, it’s time for an all-new episode of News Bites.In this episode, we’ll be talking about a new way to travel from Taiwan to Japan …… and about a sports event where athletes were encouraged to cheat.And in this episode’s News Flash, inaugurate.Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi and welcome to a new episode of News Bites!In today’s episode: a new Taiwan pineapple enters a new market, and what would YOU pay for a REALLY GOOD melon?Plus, what would you say when something costs a lot of money?Well, in today’s News Flash, we’ll teach you a new phrase: "worth a mint".Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi and welcome to a new episode of News Bites!In today’s episode, an "otterly" amazing journey, and keeping fit in space.And in today's News Flash, a phrase for something bad about to happen.Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi and welcome to a new episode of News Bites!Today, we'll be talking about a prize-winning Taiwanese novel that is heading to television screens, and a table tennis robot that can challenge some of the world's best players.And for News Flash, more on the word ‘adapt’.Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hello and welcome back to News Bites!Coming up today: Taipei just broke a heat record, and a war far away changed the colors on snack bags.And in today's News Flash: the word is "supply chain."Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hey there! Welcome back to News Bites.In today's news: A fireball lights up the sky over Taitung, and is this new gadget really talking to your pet?And in today's News Flash: debris.Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi everyone, welcome to a new episode of News Bites!Coming up next in today's news: Why there’s a plastic bag shortage in Taiwan and how a bird with a disability became the leader of his group.And in today’s News Flash: disability!Click HERE for the full transcript!

In today's News Bites: Taoyuan Airport becomes a home away from home, and sisters are rebuilding Gaza from the ground up.And in today's News Flash, it's all about time. 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 Bite-sized Break to [email protected], and you might hear it at the end of an episode! We'll see you next time for an exciting new episode of News Bites! 

Hi and welcome to a new episode of News Bites!Today, we'll be talking about Taiwan's new efforts to prevent workplace bullying, and whether artificial intelligence could change the way humans think.And for News Flash, we'll explain what "critical thinking" means.Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi and welcome back to another episode of News Bites.In today’s episode, Kaohsiung wants to help older people who live alone.And, students at one college in the US have to use an unusual machine for their schoolwork.And in this episode’s news flash: conditions!Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi and welcome to a new episode of News Bites!In today’s episode, 54% of Taiwanese people support same-sex marriage. And Ukraine holds an art fair, in the middle of war. Plus, in today’s News Flash, anniversary. Click HERE for the full transcript!

In today's News Bites: We’ll be talking about a Taiwanese man with a very important job working for the president of France …… and about a song from Bulgaria that just won a competition. And in today's News Flash… honour. 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 Bite-sized Break to [email protected], and you might hear it at the end of an episode! We'll see you next time for an exciting new episode of News Bites!

Hello and welcome back to News Bites!Coming up today: A space man visits Taiwan, and an orphaned hippo finds a new home.And in today's News Flash: a word for when the going gets rough!Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi and welcome to a new episode of News Bites!Today, we'll be talking about Taipei's new efforts to fight rodent infestations, and monkeys that have learned a surprising way to deal with junk food.And for News Flash, we'll explain what "buffer" means.Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi and welcome to a new episode of News Bites!In today’s episode, who knew trash could be so controversial?And a big music competition comes to Asia.Plus, in today’s News Flash, to oppose.Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi there! Welcome back to another episode of News Bites. Coming up today: A Taiwanese novel makes history, andscientists warn that a powerful El Nino could be on the way.And in today's News Flash: identity.Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi and welcome to a new episode of News Bites!In today’s episode ... a new library for Taitung ... and POSSIBLY ... a new mini planet for the Solar System. Plus ... the word you use when you're talking about something – or someone – that appears in public for the first time. Click HERE for the full transcript

Hello and welcome back to another episode of News Bites!In this episode of News Bites: a new wildlife center in Taoyuan, and a five-star stay for a tiny bird.And in this episode's News Flash, a word for something that's still going.Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi and welcome to a new episode of News Bites!Today, we'll be talking about platform screen doors, and some mysterious UFO files released by the Pentagon.And for News Flash, we'll explain what 'transparent' means.Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hey there! Welcome back to another episode of News Bites.In today's news: Cats are now the most popular pet in Taiwan, and in China, a court says companies cannot fire workers just to replace them with AI.And in today's News Flash: compensation.Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi there! Welcome back to News Bites!Coming up today: Scientists at NYCU create a new glowing material inspired by Matsu's blue tears, and astronauts fly farther than any human in history on NASA's Artemis II mission.And in today's News Flash: glow.Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi there, it's time for an all-new episode of News Bites.In this episode, we'll be talking about the history of surfing in Taiwan ...... and about a Canadian girl whose autistic student changed the way she saw the world.And in this episode's News Flash, legend.Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi and welcome to a new episode of News Bites!In today's episode, three elephants, two species, one big meeting!And taking time for sick pets.Plus, in today's News Flash, a word for making things better.Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi and welcome to a new episode of News Bites!Today, we'll be talking about new driver's license rules for older drivers in Taiwan, and a whale rescue that caught the world's attention.And for News Flash, we'll explain what 'stranded' means.Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi and welcome back to another episode of News Bites.In today's episode, new ways to practice old traditions in Taiwan.And, the surprising way that Brazilian inmates can lessen prison sentences.Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hey there! It's time for another episode of News Bites!In this episode of News Bites: Taiwan ranks number 1 in East Asia for happinessAnd, a new aid program for Maui fire victimsAnd in this episode's News Flash: to be displaced.Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi and welcome to a new episode of News Bites!In today’s episode… the Taipei Zoo works to save an endangered frog.Also ahead… meet one of San Francisco’s biggest animal attractions.Plus… the word you use to explain something that is very very important.Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi there, it's time for an all new episode of News Bites!In today's episode, a warm cozy traffic light, and a birthday with no cake.And for News Flash, a word for a meal turned up to the max!Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi and welcome to a new episode of News Bites!Today, we'll be talking about drunk riding in Taiwan, and a big leadership change at a famous tech company.And for News Flash, we'll explain what 'pass the torch' means.Stay tuned to learn more.Click HERE for the full transcript!

In this episode of News Bites: Taiwan is the second freest country in East Asia, according to a new report  And, Korean young people are finding salty new ways to socializeAnd in this episode’s News Flash: experts.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 Bite-sized Break to [email protected], and you might hear it at the end of an episode! We'll see you next time for an exciting new episode of News Bites!

In today's News Bites:Taiwan sends its last two Malayan sun bears to Japan and a 17-year-old boy finds treasures in abandoned stuff. And in today’s News Flash: abandon! 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 Bite-sized Break to [email protected], and you might hear it at the end of an episode! We'll see you next time for an exciting new episode of News Bites!

In today's News Bites: We’ll be talking about a man who is now able to walkagain after suffering from a stroke …… and about a man who rowed all the way across the PacificOcean.And in today's News Flash…off course.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 Bite-sized Break to [email protected], and you might hear it at the end of an episode! We'll see you next time for an exciting new episode of News Bites!

Hi and welcome to a new episode of News Bites!Today, we'll be talking about coffee, and a plan by the UK government to ban mobile phones in schools.And for News Flash, more on the verb 'to hold'.Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hello and welcome back to News Bites!Coming up today: A flower market in Taipei is trying something new to fight plastic waste, and scientists cloned a mouse…over and over and over again. It did not end well.And in today's News Flash: generation!Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi and welcome to a new episode of News Bites!In today's episode - if you're curious about mythical creatures, the National Palace Museum can help! And scientists confuse one fossil because it looks like another. Plus, in today's News Flash, our word of the day is "myth." Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi, and welcome back to another episode of News Bites.Coming up today a train car gets a new lease on life, and a hero rat gets a world-first statue!And for News Flash, a word for what happened in the past.Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi there, it's time for an all-new episode of News Bites.In this episode, we'll be talking about a groundbreaking Taiwanese-American scientist …… and about a man who proves that age is just a number, even in high-level sport!And in this episode's News Flash, evidence.Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi and welcome to a new episode of News Bites!Today, we'll be talking about a fugitive who gets caught after eighteen years, and what happens if you are dishonest at work.And for News Flash, we'll explain what 'just desserts' means.Here's a hint: it's got nothing to do with desert!Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hi, and welcome back to another episode of News Bites.In today's stories, a super fast computer comes online, and an Olympic athlete speaks up.And for News Flash, a word for a fight that goes on...Click HERE for the full transcript!

Hey there! Welcome back to a brand new, real, episode of News Bites!Coming up today: Fake Line apps and a fake dog video.And in today's News Flash: misinformation!Click HERE for the full transcript!