News Playlist: Recent Episodes
Shirley Lin, RTI
A weekly rundown of some of the most interesting reports brought to you by RTI. Watch along on Youtube if you like, or close your eyes and enjoy these stories by way of sound.
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On News Playlist, hear about a sweet dessert that's consumed during the Lantern Festival and about cherry blossoms in Alishan.
On News Playlist, listen to reports on how crispy new bank notes were in high demand during the Lunar New Year and how doctors predict a spike in COVID cases during the Lunar New Year holiday, among others.
On News Playlist this week, you get to hear reports on final preparation for the Lunar New Year celebrations and military drills ahead of the Chinese New Year long holiday, among others.
The words threadfin, bridge and hotpot made it into news video reports in the last couple of weeks in Taiwan. Have a listen to News Playlist to find out what they are about.
On News Playlist, hear reports on the spectacular sea of clouds over the Sun Moon Lake in central Taiwan, about the Kaohsiung Zoo opening up to visitors, and a story about data leaks from some major hospitals in Taiwan.
On News Playlist, hear reports on the recent protests in China on the strict zero COVID policy and about the two Christmas trees already lit in Lishan, central Taiwan.
On this week's News Playlist, more reports on the recent local elections in Taiwan and COVID restrictions on going to the voting polls.
On News Playlist this week, you will hear reports on the upcoming local elections in Taiwan and the recent in-person meeting between US President Joe Biden and Chinese leader Xi Jinping prior to the just ended G20 Summit.
On News Playlist this week, you get to hear reports on what Taiwanese people eat to keep themselves warm during the winter and about a Taiwanese pianist's performance depicting fairy tales, among others.
On News Playlist this week, you learn about the upcoming local elections and Panda Tuan Tuan's latest health condition, among others.
On this week's News Playlist, have a listen to reports on Taiwan's extremely low fertility rate, the Olympic luge race that Taiwanese athletes hope to take part in 2026, and Taiwanese parents are told to pay attention to possible symptoms of RSV or respiratory syncytial virus in their children.
An actress wins the Leading Actor Award at the Golden Bell Awards. That story and more on News Playlist.
Mudslides stranded hundreds this week in Taiwan. That story and more in this week's episode.
On News Playlist, hear news reports on recent typhoons that didn't quite hit Taiwan but brought lots of rain and disasters to some unfortunate campers.
On News Playlist, a look at news reports from recent weeks, including a look back at how Typhoon Hinnamnor indirectly affected Taiwan.
On News Playlist, hear reports on Chinese drones getting super close to Taiwan's outlying island Kinmen, and how some people down in southern Taiwan got a kick out of kite watching instead of surfing and swimming over the summer.
On this week's News Playlist, hear reports about the growing popularity of skydiving, reaching three consecutive years of no typhoons hitting Taiwan, and how the agriculture council is promoting pomelos to resist China's ban.
On News Playlist, listen to news reports about how Taiwan's pay rises can't keep up with inflation, how Taiwan conducts drills to repel invasion from China, and how Taiwanese and Chinese naval vessels got really close to each other during China's sea drills.
On News Playlist, listen to reports about the recent Creative Expo Taiwan, how Taiwanese people are coping with the high temperatures, and what government officials and businesses are helping to cope with China's ban on Taiwan grouper fish.
On News Playlist, you get to listen to news reports coming out of Taiwan in the past week.
On this week's News Playlist, hear reports about travel subsidies in the works for senior citizens and those with disabilities, and an exhibit of real Egyptian mummies at a science museum in Taichung, among others.
On News Playlist, hear step by step how to actually make tea in Taiwan and a report about travel subsidy for domestic travel starting July 15, among others.
On News Playlist, hear reports about the passing of an icon of the traditional puppet theater industry and an earthquake with a magnitude of 6.0 that hit Hualien County, among others.
On News Playlist, listen to news reports on COVID vaccines for children aged six and above in Taiwan, the easing of COVID restrictions for people traveling to Taiwan, and others.
On News Playlist, listen to reports on the 2022 hot air balloon festival in Taitung that's ready for lift off in early July, among other stories.
On News Playlist, listen to reports on Japan opening its borders to Taiwanese travelers without additional restrictions and doctors recommending rapid tests using nose and throat samples, among others.
On News Playlist, you hear reports on public opinion polls on President Tsai Ing-wen's sixth-year presidency, among others.
On News Playlist, listen to reports on Taiwanese champion weightlifter Kuo Hsing-chun's new book and a traditional Chinese medication that's said to be effective against COVID-19, among others.
On this week's News Playlist, hear reports on everchanging COVID rules and regulations as Taiwan sees sharp surge in domestic COVID cases, among others.
On News Playlist, listen to reports on vaccinations for Taiwanese children and plane trips around Taitung, among others.
On News Playlist, listen to reports on island-hopping trips for bird watchers, Taiwan's efforts to boost plastic recycling, and other topics.
On News Playlist this week, you get to hear reports on COVID vaccines for children aged 6-11 in Taiwan and a very unusual dance performance using rubber bands called the Hooke's Law, among others.
On News Playlist, listen to past reports from Taiwan, including Taiwan's tourism industry taking a major hit because of COVID and parents worried over relaxed COVID school closure rules.
This week's News Playlist brings you reports on the Mazu pilgrimage which called for stricter COVID rules and a Kaohsiung park with a new zipline for children, among others.
On this week's News Playlist, listen to reports on an orchid show featuring Ukrainian national colors, the spike in pig feed prices due to inflation, and Taiwan's defense forces conducting drills, among others.
Listen to this week's News Playlist to find out about railway bento boxes filled with delicious Taiwanese dishes and the more serious issue of infertility among young Taiwanese couples, among others.
On this week's News Playlist, have a listen to reports on the hot air balloon festival in Yilan County and the Ear Shooting Festival after a hiatus of two years due to the COVID pandemic.
On this week's News Playlist, a look at fine dining on a new sightseeing train in Taiwan and the Taiwan stock market rally due to the Russia-Ukraine war, among others.
This week's News Playlist reports on several US officials and delegations visiting Taiwan in the past weeks, among other stories.
On News Playlist, have a listen to news reports on the international bicycle show after a hiatus of 2 years and the lantern festivals that were still going strong at the end of February in Tainan.
On this week's News Playlist, a listen to past reports on the Yanshui Beehive Fireworks that was cut back because of COVID and a duck meat shortage after the egg shortage crisis in Taiwan.
On this week's News Playlist, RTI English Service staff reports on whether Taiwan can coexist with COVID in the long run, Somaliland's foreign minister's meeting with President Tsai Ing-wen and the unusual cloud formation near the border between Miaoli and Taichung around this time of year.
On News Playlist this week, we hear reports on a Taiwan company launching COVID rapid test microchips and the Vice President's stopover in Los Angeles on his way to attend the new Honduran President's inauguration ceremony, among others.
On News Playlist, Shirley Lin brings you news reports coming out of Taiwan, including one about a new subvariant of COVID-19's Omicron variant! Will this ever end?!
On this week's News Playlist, hear reports on the government's plan for a new department on pet issues, which city in Taiwan should be more concerned about earthquakes, and the Asia Pride Games is finally here despite delay.
Kenting in southern Taiwan, which is famous for its beaches, is a popular spot for long holidays like the upcoming Lunar New Year. However, some people have been canceling their hotel reservations due to concerns over rising domestic COVID cases. Tune in to News Playlist to learn more, as well as other recent news reports.
On News Playlist, Shirley Lin brings you reports on doctors' recommendations for booster shots, continued cold weather in Taiwan, and increased military exercises ahead of the Lunar New Year holidays.
On News Playlist, make sure you tune in to find out where exactly can you get the best view of Taipei 101's year-end fireworks show, so that you can be prepared for the one in 2022!
On News Playlist this week, you get to hear about a luxurious banquet that had 88 dishes, Taipei 101's yearly fireworks at final countdown, and painting papers that are made out of pineapple leaves and discarded parts.
On News Playlist, a look at some previous reports on a sudden power outage in Taipei and New Taipei, an issue with ground sinking around the High Speed Rail tracks in Yunlin and why grow kaoliang to prevent further sinking.
Tune in to this week's News Playlist to listen to an array of interesting news reports including a festival in honor of a god who drives away evil spirits, the biggest ever drug bust on Taiwan's main island, and a cat to be named a train station master.
On News Playlist, we learn of the second US congressional delegation visiting Taiwan, as well as the fact that Taiwan is expecting a warmer and drier winter this year., among other reports.
On this week's News Playlist, reports on the upcoming US President Biden's Summit for Democracy, amendment to the no pets policy, and saying no to restarting the fourth nuclear power plant are featured.
On this week's News Playlist, there are news stories about a small town in Changhua county and its local specialties, a well-liked politician who died from a rare kind of cancer and a short film competition hosted by the foreign ministry!
Tune in to News Playlist this week to hear an array of highlights in the news in Taiwan in the past week, including a successful harvest of mullet roe this winter and a group of mothers making handmade backpacks with indigenous motifs for elementary school kids.
A report about the Cloud Gate Dance Troupe's performance in November and more, on this week's News Playlist.
Learn about the defense ministry's new powered exoskeleton suit and much more in today's news.
Hear about President Tsai Ing-wen's speech and how Taiwan's free spirit shined on National Day in this News Playlist.
Learn more about Taiwan's annual military exercises and other recent big stories from Taiwan in this News Playlist.
The government is giving out stimulus coupons! Those stories and more on News Playlist.
Taiwan is preparing for its annual Han Kuang military exercises. Those stories and more in this week's News Playlist.
Find out how parents, doctors and children are feeling as school opens in this week's News Playist.
Find out how Taiwan may be upgrading its missiles and more highlights from this week's news on News Playlist.
Find out how the pandemic has changed life in Taiwan and the latest causes for anxiety due to the US withdrawal from Afghanistan on this week's News Playlist.
Hear how life is going for people in Taiwan after restrictions have been lifted in this week's News Playlist.
This week's topics: restaurants struggle to adapt to new COVID-19 rules; new QR code-based system helps track movements during outbreak; with no other options, grade schools in rural areas stay open; dids’ shows aim to give parents a break amid COVID school closures; Taipei City sets up COVID-19 rapid testing sites in effort to contain spread; and increased testing capacity needed amid a spike in COVID-19 cases.
This week's topics: Taiwan enacts stricter COVID restrictions; tourist attractions and entertainment venues up their prevention game; Heping Hospital locals fear repeat of SARS lockdown; Taiwan shoe maker tops Forbes’ richest person in Taiwan list; Formosan Blue Magpies help hot spring hotels attract customers; Daylilies blossom early in Jhihben Township.
This week's topics: Where’s the rain? Expected plum rains surprisingly scarce; Concert thanks workers for Hualien train crash recovery efforts; Yunlin County preparing rice dumplings for Dragon Boat Festival; Hualien launches stargazing boat tours; Hualien farmers rescue Yilan scallion crop; Endangered species of owl found on grounds of a Tainan park.
This week's topics: Chinese man sails dinghy to Taiwan undetected; Light rain in central Taiwan fails to alleviate drought woes; Books checked out from Sanwan Library highest in Taiwan; Artist teaches how to make art with seashells to primary school children; Violinist Ray Chen brings music education to indigenous children; amd Palanquin bearers at Beigang Matsu pilgrimage get faceful of soot.
This week's topics: Taiwan’s birth rate the world’s lowest: CIA prediction; Regular TV watching leads to great English test scores; Mothers make 32% less than fathers; Labor groups announce International Workers’ Day march; New app helps harassment victims call for help; Taoyuan City launches “rent-a-cup” scheme.
This week's topics include: President welcomes unofficial delegation; Citigroup to stop consumer banking in Taiwan; College student’s paper cup design makes plastic lids obsolete; Parkinson’s disease patients getting younger; Newly-eligible groups get AstraZeneca vaccine; Eddie Wang one to watch at Tokyo Olympics .
This week's topics include: Water supply critical in Miaoli due to lack of rain ; Sulfur steam reappears on Turtle Island after 17 years ; Plastic waste: Taiwanese drink 3 billion coffees a year; Cherry blossom season in Alishan; Interning a day a week helps slow dementia in the elderly, and so on.
This week's topics: Taiwan hotel restaurants almost fully booked for CNY Eve dinners; Meet the people fixing your mullet roe woes; Film about Taiwan’s pursuit of freedom premiers; New book highlights Taiwan’s TV history; Photo exhibit featuring old Taipei underway at Fu Jen University, and so on.
This week's topics: New face mask rules go into effect in Taiwan on Dec. 1; sudden drop in temperature could trigger acute coronary syndrome; Taiwan’s first building awarded for wellness; central Taiwan township goes ‘religiously vegetarian’ for an entire week; mullet roe production at the mercy of warmer winter temperatures; and Taiwan farmers find new way to get rid of pests without pesticides.
This week's topics: Watch out wagyu! Taiwan has its own premium beef now! The Phantom of the Opera opens in Taipei for 22-show run; Farming of crested floatingheart relies on migrant workers; 8 Taiwanese pilots have died in F-16 crashes; Western Taiwan town goes vegetarian for the week; 10,000 attend Road to Ultra music festival in Taipei.
This week's topics: two same-sex couples are first to join a Taiwan military wedding; children cheer on troops during Taiwan's military exercises; county governments promoting high-end travel to boost tourism ; artists putting finishing touches on work for Yilan art festival; first Human Rights, Art & Living Festival set to kick off in late Nov.; and safety video section to be added to scooter license test.
This week's topics: US approving Harpoon missiles for Taiwan; "Combat Readiness Week", More than 100 Chinese boats gather in Taiwanese waters near Matsu: Penghu marathon offers a good workout—and fresh seafood: and NTU leads the world with fast, inexpensive stroke detection
This week's topics include: the tree house of Changhua; oyster shells used to heat up meal packs; rescue workers rappel down mountain slopes to collect garbage; new app offers hyper-accurate rain forecast; some clinics begin administering flu shots; Pingtung temple serves 68kg Yellowfin Tuna for god's birthday.
This week's topics include: National Day 2020 theme: "Proud of Taiwan"; medical students invited to be goodwill ambassadors on National Day; it's official! The Taipei 101 New Year’s firework show is still on; tourism bureau produces video to promote Siraya National Scenic Area; lights-out!: Taiwan gets its first international dark sky park; month-long “Come! Bike Day” to take place at Sun Moon Lake.
This week's topics: Paint used for oil painting might cause lead poisoning; Yilan gets pumped for traditional swinging contest: New Taiwan tech turns CO2 emissions into carbonation for drinks: New artificial intelligence technology to help detect dementia: Norwegian athlete wins another marathon wearing lucky temple hat: and Invasive fish in Sun Moon Lake pose little risk to swimmers.
This week's topics include: Do you have an emergency bag ready? Taiwan reveals Chinese military incursions in ADIZ; Popular tourist attraction composed mostly of acidic seawater: Scientists; Taiwan to hold second fried national rice competition; Female inmates make mooncakes for Mid-Autumn Festival ; Popular Moon Festival foods found to be below food safety standards.
This week's topics include: NGOs oppose US pork imports containing ractopamine residue; 2020 Kuandu Arts Festival to kick off September 23; After fireworks show success, Penghu shines again with light display; Dapeng Bay Marine Festival to take sail at end of September; Taiwan participates in Ars Electronica Festival in Austria; and Carnival celebrating Taiwan’s indigenous culture kicks off next week
This week's topics: Huwei holds 5,000-table banquet for ghostly visitors; curtain falls on annual Penghu fireworks festival after two months; Taipei Zoo’s panda cub named “Yuanbao"; Basketballs get second life as bags in sustainability expo; New measures on pork packaging labels to go into effect Jan. 1; and black hogs featured in Paiwan tribe’s hog-catching race.
This week's topics include: Start of new school year to bring new COVID-19 rules; Ghost Month’s most exciting events scale back amid pandemic; 30 restaurants in Taiwan starred by 2020 Michelin Guide; Puppet master and percussionist receive National Cultural Award; After 20 years of work, a craftsman brings the erhu to Taiwan; Animals express their love on “Chinese Valentine’s Day”
This week's topics include: Rehabilitated Formosan Black Bear released into the wild; twenty four baby sea turtles in Kenting return safely to the ocean; Perseid meteor shower to peak Wednesday night; competition to find best goodwill ambassadors entering final round; beef noodle soup contest kicking off in October, and more.
This week's topics: Pharmacists warn against fake masks sold online; over 70 Taiwan eateries make Michelin’s Bib Gourmand selection; ammonium nitrate stored in Port of Taichung removed; 80-year-old Catholic priest gets “miraculous” birthday gift; firefighter’s water rocket invention aims to cut costs; and so on.
This week's topics: elderly dry cleaners strike a pose in forgotten articles of clothing; senior citizens encouraged to take part in walking event; students make picture book for grandparents; Taiwan bracing for another week of sweltering heat; Taiwan rallies around its tea as COVID-19 hits tea exports; number of climbers attempting one-day climb of Xueshan triple.
This week's topics: Taiwan gives incentives for tourism; Penghu marathon scheduled for November; number of food poisoning cases hit 23-year high last year; CWB developing volcano warning system; scientists find volcanic conduit in Tatun Volcano Group, and sun umbrellas.
This week's topics: Taiwan's first travel fair since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic; the Forestry Bureau seeks to woo domestic travelers with new program; all Taiwan schools to get air conditioning by 2022; expert shows you how to save electricity during hot months; Orchid Island’s sole street artist a tourist attraction, and so on.
This week's topics include "airport experience" at Taipei's Songshan Airport; Taiwan opens borders to foreign nationals on essential trips; Guishan Island celebrates 20 years of tourism; Taiwan promotes barrier-free tourism; creative ice dessert ideas from Taiwan, and so on.
This week's topics include: Kinmen County promotes tourism on Dadan Island; Train boosts tourism industry with its famous boxed lunches; COVID-19 fails to put a damper on Taipei’s dragon boat races; schools hold unforgettable outdoor graduation ceremonies, a Saint Kitts & Nevis student introduces steel drum music to Taiwan, and so on.
This week's topics include: Yunlin County gears up for once-in-a-lifetime eclipse; New Taiwan study recommends Chinese medicine for pets; off-shore Kinmen Islands to get earliest glimpse of solar eclipse; health departments on the lookout for contaminated seasonal treats, and so on.
This week's topics include China's cluster infection renews fears of 2nd wave; the culture ministry's plan to issue stimulus vouchers; pilgrimage honoring sea goddess hit by high temperatures; streamlined Mazu pilgrimage underway; Vice Premier Chen Chi-mai to run for Kaohsiung mayor in a by-election, and so on.
This week's topics include the government's stimulus voucher plan, a surge of interest in domestic flights, the "Sunset Boulevard” in Miaoli county, harvesting rice in Yuli township, etc.
This week's topics include: Taiwan's beloved Health Minister Chen Shih-chung became a trendsetter as he travels to Tainan to promote domestic tourism; Taitung welcomes return of East Rift Valley Land Art Festival, a civic group is calling on the government to take steps to protect foreign fishermen, the United Evening News , a publication that’s serviced Taiwan for 32 years, announced that it’s ceasing operation, etc.
This week we have stories about President Tsai Ing-wen's inauguration, the outgoing Vice President Chen Chien-jen, and the first female Presidential Office spokesperson. There are also two heart-warming stories; one is about a Taiwanese teenger finding her long-last nanny in Indonesia, and the other is about a 106-year-old man who has set a record as the oldest person to paraglide in Taiwan.