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News Bites

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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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Hello and welcome to another episode of News Bites.

Coming up today: Letting AI choose your pet and a robot sets a world record!

And in today's News Flash: platform.

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Hi and welcome back to News Bites!

In today's stories,

And in today's News Flash, a word for something more than stealing.

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Hi and welcome back to News Bites!

In today's episode - a new terminal for Taiwan's biggest airport.

All the names we couldn't say in 2025.

Plus… the word of the day is "tongue twister".

Click HERE for the full transcript!

Welcome back to another episode of News Bites.

Coming up today: Unhealthy eating habits, and wheelchair user blasts off into space.

And in today’s News Flash: Foundation.

Click HERE for the full transcript!

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Hosts

Nancy Sun
Host and co-host of various News Bites episodes, involved in delivering engaging news content to students.
Allie Highsmith
Co-host of News Bites, contributing to the educational approach of engaging young listeners with current events.
Jeffrey Mo
Co-host of News Bites, focuses on delivering content that resonates with the junior high school audience.
Jacob Ingram
Co-host of News Bites, engaging students through educational and informative news stories.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 138 ratings
  • 粒魚很愛跟愛薄燻

    粒魚很愛跟愛薄燻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    量泉
    Taiwan6 months ago
  • 很好

    我們每天早上都會聽

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Poem wang
    Taiwan8 months ago
  • Bcc

    我喜歡

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    At gif B v
    Taiwan8 months ago
  • ✅👍👌

    中英文都講得很好👌👍,新聞也有趣😁。

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ✅,this app is amazing for me.
    Taiwan10 months ago
  • 👍

    中文比較不好的那位,可以講慢一點

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    piyo0520
    Taiwana year ago

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Many enjoy the mix of local and global news, which keeps them well-informed and culturally aware.
Listeners appreciate the show for its educational value, noting how it helps improve their English proficiency.
The content is frequently described as fun and engaging, making learning enjoyable for students.

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Taiwan Talent & US Phone Restrictions
Q: What do you think? Should phones be banned in school?
Responses indicate mixed feelings among students about phone bans, with some appreciating reduced distractions while others miss having their phones.
Rental Bookstores & Eat Rodents
Q: When was the first International Women's Day established?
The first International Women's Day was established in 1909, with women advocating for the right to vote and against gender discrimination.

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Focused on delivering English-language news, this podcast is tailored specifically for junior high school students, providing them with engaging local and international stories to enhance their understanding of current events. Episodes often include a mix of cultural insights, educational content, and discussions on significant global issues, making it a valuable resource for young learners seeking to improve their language skills while staying informed. Noteworthy is its educational aim, enabling students to learn English in a context that merges language acquisition with real-world knowledge, thereby fostering a global perspective.

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