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News Bites

ICRT News Bites gives junior high school students a tasty serving of English with local and international news from around the world! Brought to you by ICRT and the K-12 Education Administration of the Ministry of Education, News Bites stories are written and recorded by the ICRT News Team, and uploaded on weekdays during Taiwan’s school semesters.

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00:08:33

TaipeiMain, NewCat

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2026/10/05

Hello and welcome back to a brand-new episode of News Bites.Something fishy takes over Taipei Main Station, and a new wild cat makes its debut.And in today’s News Flash, a word for here and now!Click HERE for the full transcript!

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00:08:50

Water Buffalo & Korean Overwork

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2026/10/04

Hi and welcome to a new episode of News Bites!In today’s episode, a hardworking animal finds a new home in Yunlin.And, families of Korean delivery workers protest overwork.Click HERE for the full transcript!

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00:08:27

Parent Leave & Roman City

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2026/10/01

Hello and welcome back to a brand-new episode of News Bites!Groups in Taiwan want more time off for both new parents, and dry fields reveal clues to an ancient Roman city.And in today's News Flash, our word is: leave.Click HERE for the full transcript!

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00:08:10

Caishancho Island & Sumatran Tigers

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2026/09/30

Hi and welcome to a new episode of News Bites!Today, we'll be talking about people who traveled to a small island in Taiwan to help protect it from sand erosion.And we'll also talk about three baby tigers born in Greece that are giving people hope for one of the world's most endangered tiger species.And for News Flash, we'll explain what "endangered" means and why some animals need our help to survive.Click HERE for the full transcript!

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00:08:58

Military Village & Black Women Healthcare

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2026/09/29

Hi and welcome to a new episode of News Bites!In today’s episode, a military dependents’ village has reopened in Taipei.And, Black women from the US head to Korea for a surprising reason.Plus, in this episode’s News Flash: quality.Click HERE for the full transcript!

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00:08:40

DeafArts, CyborgRoach

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2026/09/28

Hello and welcome back to a brand-new episode of News Bites.In today's news: A festival for different senses, and a hero you wouldn't expect.And in today's News Flash, a word for making sure everyone is welcome.Keep on listening to find out more!Click HERE for the full transcript!

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00:08:56

WW2 POW & Netherlands Adoption

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2026/09/27

Hi there, it's time for an all-new episode of News Bites.In this episode, we'll be talking about Taiwanese soldiers who were prisoners of war in Central Asia during World War II ...... and how two friends found out that they were actually sisters.And in this episode's News Flash, to lose touch.Click HERE for the full transcript!

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00:08:43

Crocodile BBQ & Basketball Comeback

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2026/09/24

Hello and welcome back to a brand-new episode of News Bites!In today’s news: Crocodile meat for your Mid-Autumn barbecue, and Team USA makes a big comeback to win the Women’s Basketball World Cup.And in today’s News Flash, our word is: raise.Keep on listening to find out more!Click HERE for the full transcript!

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00:08:39

Cat-Friendly Space & Metal Band Sues Netflix

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2026/09/23

Hi and welcome to a new episode of News Bites!Today, a new cat-friendly space opens in New Taipei ...... and a metal band from the U.S. sues Netflix.And for News Flash, we'll explain the word "confusion."Click HERE for the full transcript!

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00:08:48

Taiwan Writer & Black Hole Star

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2026/09/22

Hello and welcome to another episode of News Bites!In today's news:A Taiwanese writer gets international recognition, and astronomers may have found a strange new kind of object in space.And in today's News Flash, our word is: recognize.Click HERE for the full transcript!

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00:08:25

Fishing Net & Human Fridge

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2026/09/21

Hello and welcome back to a brand-new episode of News Bites.In today’s news:A fishing net that helps fish escape, and a refrigerator for humans.And in today’s News Flash, a word for making something new.Click HERE for the full transcript!

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00:08:56

Taiwanese Swimmer & AI Potholes

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2026/09/20

Hi and welcome to a new episode of News Bites!In today’s episode, a swimmer makes a long journey. And, a teenager in India invents an AI tool!Plus, in this episode’s News Flash: innovate.Click HERE for the full transcript!

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00:08:16

AT Retires & Penguin Vests

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2026/09/17

Hello and welcome back to a brand-new episode of News Bites.In today’s episode… what happens when jets are too old to fly? They retire, of course! And Chile’s cute penguins get special new outfits!Plus… we find out what the word “micro” means, and why it’s so special.Click HERE for the full transcript!

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00:08:09

Korea Tofu Pudding & Late Library Book

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2026/09/16

Hi and welcome to a new episode of News Bites!Today, we'll be talking about a Taiwanese dessert that's becoming very popular in South Korea, and a library book that was finally returned ... about 150 years late!And for News Flash, we'll explain what "tradition" means.Click HERE for the full transcript!

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00:08:56

Literature AI & AI Rules for Students

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2026/09/15

Hello and welcome to another episode of News Bites!In today’s news:A Taiwanese writer says AI is causing big problems for literary awards...and in the U.S., teenagers are making their own rules for AI at school.Click HERE for the full transcript!

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00:08:41

Taiwan Markers & Beaver Flooding

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2026/09/14

Hi there! Welcome back to a brand new episode of News Bites. Coming up today, pens that smell like Taiwan, and beavers to the rescue.And in today’s News Flash, it's time to get started!Click HERE for the full transcript!

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00:08:01

Immigrants Learn Taiwanese & Lumberjack Competitions

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2026/09/13

Hi and welcome to a new episode of News Bites!In today’s episode, more immigrants in Taiwan are learning Taiwanese.And, more female athletes are competing in lumberjack competitions.Plus, in this episode’s News Flash, certificate.Click HERE for the full transcript!

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00:08:35

Lost Soldiers & Rogue AI

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2026/09/10

Hi and welcome to a new episode of News Bites!In today’s episode… a group of people do the work to try and bring lost World War 2 soldiers home… and we’ll tell you what happens when AI “goes rogue”?And if you haven’t heard of the term “going rogue”, stick around!Because today we’ll also tell you what that actually means.Click HERE for the full transcript!

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00:08:47

Stray to Station Master & Prehistoric Skeleton

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2026/09/09

Hi and welcome to a new episode of News Bites!Today, we'll meet a stray kitten who went from stealing fish treats to "working" at a bus station.We'll also discover a giant prehistoric animal being uncovered with help from thousands of volunteers.And for News Flash, we'll explain what "restore" means.Click HERE for the full transcript!

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00:08:52

TAIDE AI & Pakistani Delivery Man

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2026/09/08

Hi and welcome to a new episode of News Bites!In today’s episode, Taiwan uses AI to stop Chinese influence.And, a Pakistani man finds new work after losing both his legs.Plus, in this episode’s News Flash: accident.Click HERE for the full transcript!

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