Blog posts from the team at International Community Radio Taipei, Taiwan's only English radio station.
Lifestyle
Kpop Star Jessica Set for Taoyuan New Year's Eve Celebration

Kpop Star Jessica Set for Taoyuan New Year’s Eve Celebration

Kpop star Jessica is set to appear at the New Year’s Eve celebration in Taoyuan. Rumors began swirling days ago that the former Girls Generation band member would attend the festivities, but could not be confirmed. Now the city government has unveiled the event’s star-studded lineup, and the singer-songwriter is on the list. Also attending...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
TWICE Wins Song of the Year at 2017 MAMA

TWICE Wins Song of the Year at 2017 MAMA

South Korean girl band TWICE has taken home a top MAMA prize for a second year in a row. The nine-member group, including Taiwan kpop star Chou Tzuyu, were announced winners of the “Song of the Year” with their bubbly hit “Signal”.Continue reading
Golden Horse Directors Turn in Highest Ratings

Golden Horse Directors Turn in Highest Ratings

Directors ruled at this past weekend’s Golden Horse Award Ceremony. Media reports say the event at Taipei’s National Sun Yat-sen Hall hit an average rating of 5.2 overall, drawing in over 3.8 million viewers.Continue reading
Mayday Plays Chicago

Mayday Plays Chicago

Taiwan rock band Mayday played mind games with fans at their Chicago concert last night.Continue reading
TWICE Headed for Japan's Red White Song Festival

TWICE Headed for Japan’s Red White Song Festival

Taiwan Kpop star Chou Tzuyu is set to become the fourth Taiwanese to perform at the Red and White Year End Song Festival in Japan.Continue reading
Amei Returns After Social Media Disappearing Act

Amei Returns After Social Media Disappearing Act

Amei fans are breathing a huge sigh of relief as the powerhouse singer makes a return to social media after being MIA for 36 hours.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
CCCT Remembrance Day Foreign Cemetery Clean Up

CCCT Remembrance Day Foreign Cemetery Clean Up

Experience a unique part of history this weekend, at the CCCT’s annual Remembrance Day Foreign Cemetery Clean Up. The Tamsui Foreign Cemetery in New Taipei’s Danshui District, has been cared for by the Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan for over 30 years. It’s the final resting place for foreigners of many nationalities, including Canadians,...Continue reading
Michelin to Publish Guide for Taipei Restaurants

Michelin to Publish Guide for Taipei Restaurants

Foodies in Taiwan should whet their appetites for gastronomical delights, as the famous Michelin Guide is coming to Taipei! The company announced that its set to publish its reference guide for Taipei restaurants early next year. The Michelin Red Guide, which rates eateries for excellence, is considered one of the most prestigious ranking systems for...Continue reading
Rain in Taiwan for Reality TV Show

Rain in Taiwan for Reality TV Show

Korean singer actor Rain arrived in Taiwan earlier today in his first public appearance since becoming a father last month. The multi-talented star arrived at Taoyuan International Airport early this morning to a crowd of screaming fans, and boarded a bus with his co-stars to head to Yehliu in Northern Taiwan. The group is expected...Continue reading
Remembrance/Veterans Day Memorial Service in New Taipei

Remembrance/Veterans Day Memorial Service in New Taipei

An event to remember those who sacrificed their lives and served their country will take place next month. The special memorial ceremony on November 12th will celebrate the lives of more than 4,000 Allied prisoners held in POW camps on the island from 1942 to 1945. The Taiwan POW Camps Memorial Society and the Australian...Continue reading