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English in the News–Get a Kick Out of 覺得好笑，有趣

by Jane Lee on Jun 6, 2019 • No Comments

Get a kick out of: 覺得好笑，有趣 To get a sense of enjoyment, amusement or excitement from something. (If you get a kick out of something, you enjoy it very much.) Examples: Even as an adult, I still get a kick out of building sand castles at the beach. She really...

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English in the News–Throw under the Bus 把別人推下水

by Jane Lee on Mar 20, 2018 • No Comments

Throw under the bus: 1) to exploit someone’s trust for one’s own purpose or gain; to harm someone through deceit or treachery 為了己利犧牲他人 2) to avoid blame, trouble or criticism by allowing others to take the responsibility 讓別人擔責以逃避指責或麻煩 Examples: 1) Tommy was caught with drugs in his backpack, but he threw me under the bus...Continue reading

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English in the News—Cut from the Same Cloth 如出一轍

by Jane Lee on Mar 9, 2018 • No Comments

Cut from the same cloth—very similar in characteristics or behaviors 如出一轍,本質上很相似 Examples: 1) Julia and her mother are cut from the same cloth as they are both kind and sweet. 2) The country’s new president is cut from the same cloth as his predecessor. (New York Times, 2/26, 2018) President Donald Trump’s critics say that while he may...Continue reading

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ICRT DJ Joey Chats Up JOHN LEGEND

by Nancy Sun on Mar 6, 2018 • No Comments

He’s one of a handful of people to have an Oscar, a Tony award, and multiple Grammy awards. His gold and platinum-certified albums consistently top the charts around the world. And singer-songwriter-actor John Legend recently sat down with ICRT’s DJ Joey to chat about his latest album, and upcoming Asia tour. Full interview here TOUR Legend is...Continue reading

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Yangmingshan Flower Festival Has Begun 陽明山花季開始

by Jane Lee on Mar 2, 2018 • No Comments

The 2018 Yangmingshan Flower Festival has opened with a traditional dragon and lion dance. The theme of this year’s festival is “Cherry Lion.” Taipei’s Department of Information and Tourism says visitors will be able to see various types of cherry blossoms, including Taiwan Cherry and classic cherry trees. Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-zhe braved the cold...Continue reading

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Oscar Awards Ceremony 2018 奧斯卡頒獎典禮

by Jane Lee on Mar 2, 2018 • No Comments

One year after the biggest mistake in Oscars history where La La Land was wrongly named the Best Picture winner, viewers are expecting to see some biting political satire during the Academy Awards ceremony this time around. Slated for Monday morning Taipei time, the ceremony will be hosted by American TV talk show host Jimmy...Continue reading

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ICRT DoGnation Pop-up Charity Drive

by Nancy Sun on Feb 23, 2018 • No Comments

Animal lovers can ring in the Year of the Dog with like-minded stars at ICRT’s DoGnation Pop-up Charity Drive. This Sunday at Taipei’s Xinyi District, singers Rose Liu, and Wang Dawen, as well as ICRT DJs Joey C. and Stevie G are joining forces to raise money in support of local animal shelter the PACK...Continue reading

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Carnaval Taipei to Spice Up the Weekend

by Nancy Sun on Feb 23, 2018 • No Comments

Those needing a pick-me-up after this week’s cold and rainy weather should check out Carnaval Taipei. Organized by Latino Taiwan and ICRT, the Saturday event at the Taipei Flora Expo Park is the largest Latinoamerican and Carribean festival in Taiwan. Visitors can sip gourmet coffee and sample authentic cuisine, or taste international award-winning chocolate from...Continue reading

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English in the News-Jump the Gun 操之過急,搶先偷跑

by Jane Lee on Feb 23, 2018 • No Comments

Jump the gun—To start something before it is permissible, appropriate, or advisable. The phrase alludes to starting to run in a foot race before the starting gun goes off 操之過急，搶先偷跑 Examples: 1) Henry jumped the gun and sent the manuscripts to the printer before boss approved them. 2) “How about going out to celebrate?” “Well,...Continue reading

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Celebs Send Love to Hualien

by Nancy Sun on Feb 8, 2018 • No Comments

As rescue and recovery efforts in Hualien continue, celebs are sending their love and extending a helping hand to those affected by Tuesday’s magnitude 6 earthquake. 5-man band Mayday announced today that their company B’in Music is setting aside $5-million NT for relief efforts. Singers Amei, Jam Hsiao, Amber Kuo, and model Lin Chiling each...Continue reading

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PyeongChang 2018 Winter Olympics to Kick off Feb. 9 冬季奧運2/9揭幕

by Jane Lee on Feb 6, 2018 • No Comments

The Pyeong-chang 2018 Winter Olympics is scheduled to kick off this Friday and Taiwan has sent a team of four to the Games in South Korea, the most in 16 years. They include three speed skaters, Huang Yuting, Song Qiyang and Dai Weiling, as well as luger Lian De-an. They will compete among 3-thousand athletes...Continue reading

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In Loving Memory of an ICRT Legend

by ICRT on Feb 6, 2018 • 1 Comment

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

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TPE48 Announces Qualifying Members

by Nancy Sun on Feb 5, 2018 • No Comments

The first round of qualifying members for future girl band TPE48 has been announced. The 45 girl group hopefuls were selected over a 5-month-long process, out of 3000 girls aged between 11 and 23. Those who made the cut include Chen Ling, the daughter of former CPBL player Chen Chih-yuan. TPE48 managers say the group...Continue reading

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