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ICRT Vlog #4: Microplastics, Farewell S.H.E., and a Giant Marble Ball on a Roll!

ICRT Vlog #4: Microplastics, Farewell S.H.E., and a Giant Marble Ball on a Roll!

This is our new ICRT Vlog where we cover some more interesting aspects of news, lifestyle, happenings and entertainment in Taiwan. Now we get to kick back and relax and talk about some of the more trendy and hip things going on around the island! This week we chat about a microplastics in your drinking water,...Continue reading
ICRT Vlog #3: Cure for Baldness, Jadeite Cabbage on Tour and Rising Mooncake Prices!

ICRT Vlog #3: Cure for Baldness, Jadeite Cabbage on Tour and Rising Mooncake Prices!

This is our new ICRT Vlog where we cover some more interesting aspects of news, lifestyle, happenings and entertainment in Taiwan. Now we get to kick back and relax and talk about some of the more trendy and hip things going on around the island! This week we chat about a cure for baldness, the renowned...Continue reading
ICRT Vlog #2: Mid-Autumn Festival Bus Discounts, Jolin Tsai's Birthday and Taipei Livability Index!

ICRT Vlog #2: Mid-Autumn Festival Bus Discounts, Jolin Tsai’s Birthday and Taipei Livability Index!

This is our new ICRT Vlog where we cover some more interesting aspects of news, lifestyle, happenings and entertainment in Taiwan. Now we get to kick back and relax and talk about some of the more trendy and hip things going on around the island! This week we chat about a new way to save for...Continue reading
ICRT Vlog #1:  Student Safety, Prison Coffee, Innovative Breakfast and Viagra!

ICRT Vlog #1: Student Safety, Prison Coffee, Innovative Breakfast and Viagra!

This is our new ICRT Vlog where we cover some more interesting aspects of news, lifestyle, happenings and entertainment in Taiwan. Now we get to kick back and relax and talk about some of the more trendy and hip things going on around the island! This week we chat about NEW ways to do old breakfast...Continue reading
In Loving Memory of an ICRT Legend

In Loving Memory of an ICRT Legend

Dear ICRT Listeners: It is with a heavy heart that we must inform you of the passing of our very own Paul Meador. Papa Paul was a magnificent person who dedicated himself to a lifelong career in radio. Paul had been with ICRT for over 15 years. He loved radio, rock-and-roll and, most of all,...Continue reading
Local Instant Noodles Beat Out Imports

Local Instant Noodles Beat Out Imports

Local instant noodles brands are beating out foreign imports in the contest to please Taiwan taste buds. Data from local hypermart chains show that  Taiwan Tobacco and Liquor’s Hua-diao Wine Chicken Noodles, Sesame Oil Chicken Noodles and Beef Noodles with Pickles are three of the top five best-selling instant noodle brands at RT-Mart this year....Continue reading
Google Names 2017 Top App

Google Names 2017 Top App

A locally-developed app has been named Google’s top app in Taiwan for 2017. In its annual roundup, the company gave the best app honor to Fourdesire’s Fortune City, a program that helps users keep track of their expenses in a game-like way. Google says that the app has also made its way into the rankings...Continue reading
Remembrance Day Special: Heito #3 POW Camp

Remembrance Day Special: Heito #3 POW Camp

Ahead of the upcoming Remembrance Day, here’s a look at a lesser known aspect of Taiwan history.Continue reading
11th ICRT Battle of the Bands Accepting Demos!

11th ICRT Battle of the Bands Accepting Demos!

It’s time to show off your musical talents. Get ready to belt your hearts out! ICRT’s 11th annual “Battle of the Bands” Competition is back and better than ever. Apart from performing on stage, this year’s champion will receive grand prizes worth a total of 250,000 NT, get their song(s) played on-air, and get an...Continue reading
New Spider-Man Movie Top in Taiwan

New Spider-Man Movie Top in Taiwan

A young superhero is swinging into Taiwan, and raking in millions in the first week. Over the weekend, the top movie in Taipei is ” Spider-Man: Homecoming,” which made $1.1 million U-S dollars in ticket sales.Continue reading
Britney Spears "Live In Concert" in Taiwan!

Britney Spears “Live In Concert” in Taiwan!

  After years spent in Las Vegas, Britney Spears started her “Live in Concert” tour in Asia! The concert in Taipei held on June 13th, was her first ever show in Taiwan! Britney Spears started off her show with her 2013 hit Work B**** in a revealing low-cut green camouflage costume and a top hat....Continue reading
Upcoming Concerts in Taiwan of 2017

Upcoming Concerts in Taiwan of 2017

Name: 費玉清 Date: Jun 16, Jun 17, Jun 18 Location: Taipei Arena Tickets Image: Bandsintown Name: 田馥甄 Date: Aug 11, Aug 12, Aug 13 Location: Taipei National Theater Tickets Image: Bandsintown Name: Road to Ultra Taiwan Date: Sep 10 Location: Da Jia Riverside Park Tickets Image: Bandsintown Name: Ariana Grande Date: Sep 19 Location: Taipei Arena Tickets...Continue reading