More than 6,000 public schools across Italy received bomb threats in emails on Wednesday, November 11, CNA reports, resulting in hundreds of school evacuations. While police determined it was a false alarm, enabling schools to resume classes on Thursday, the emails appeared to originate from Taiwan’s Dayeh University.

Kai is back!  This time, she's joined by her dive buddy Danny to chat about one of Michelle's favorite things: diving!

Happy birthday to the host, Wanson! His birthday is in just a few days. This week, we’ll learn a few words related to celebrating birthdays in Tâi-gí.  ●Words to know: 1. 生日 senn-ji̍t (n.) birthday 2. 雞卵糕 ke-nn̄g-ko (n.) cake 3. 卡片 khah-phìnn (n.) card 4. 唱歌 tshiùnn-kua (phr.) to sing a song 5. 食飯會 tsia̍h-pn̄g-huē (n.) get-together 6. 生日快樂 senn-ji̍t-khuài-lo̍k (phr.) happy birthday ●Idiom of the week: 大人生日食肉，囡仔生日食拍。 Tuā-lâng senn-ji̍t tsia̍h bah, gín-á senn-ji̍t tsia̍h phah. (Adults eat meat on their birthdays; children get beaten on theirs.)

What happens when a simple question “What brings you joy?” is not so simple to answer? In Part One, Mary Anne and Patty compared their striving styles assessment results, discovering where their perspectives overlap, where they differ, and what those results may reveal about the things that motivate them. Now, their conversation moves from understanding who they are to considering what makes life feel more meaningful and enjoyable. Following the Real Talk: Unmapped framework of Feel, Discuss, and Commit, they explore joy in their presonal relationships and whether it is something we naturally recognize or something we need to make room for more intentionally. Tune in for an honest and thoughtful conversation that may leave you looking at the sources of joy in your own life a little differently. If you missed Part One, listen to it first to hear the discussion that set this next conversation in motion...and to get to know Mary Anne and Patty a little better along the way.

Taiwan's largest and longest-running film festival, Taipei Golden Horse Film Festival, is back! The 2026 edition opened on November 6 and will be running till November 22. This week, Wanson shares the highlights in the competition and official selection this year. Stay tuned to find out! Find Wanson on Instagram (@wansonscafe) and YouTube (阿善Café/Wanson's Café)

What defense mechanism do pangolins use when threatened? a) Spraying a foul-smelling liquid b) Turning into a tight ball c) Releasing poisonous spikes d) Imitating the sound of predators Keep listening to find out. Formosa Fauna is back this week to entertainingly educate you about animals both in Taiwan and abroad! Spend the next 20 minutes listening to this episode and feeding your noggin with fun facts about the animal kingdom so you can become smarter than all of your friends. The pangolin is one of Taiwan's many native species. They're heavily protected and are critically endangered as the illegal global pangolin scale market accounts for millions of dollars in trade globally. Want to share your own story and have it read on air? Send your story (photos welcome) to tristan@rti.org.tw! See you every week for Formosa Fauna Fridays!

We are back for our second episode featuring a talented singer-songwriter from Thailand! Last week, Mut Matthew shared his experiences at Taiwan's songwriting camp and talked about how his musical roots inspired his journey. Today, we will focus on his latest album, *LET EVERYTHING BE DONE IN LOVE*, and more!  We will begin with a video clip of the song "Flower Dance" and explore the album's message. Matthew will also provide behind-the-scenes insights into some of his songs and discuss his next steps. Enjoy! Mut Matthew is a Thai indie pop singer-songwriter known for his emotionally driven songwriting, soulful vocals, and uplifting live performances. His music blends indie and alternative pop, flowing from funky, playful tracks to deeply emotional ballads. Through vibrant performances, he creates music that resonates with audiences across cultures. Since launching his solo project in 2024, Matthew has built momentum through showcase performances, festival appearances, and ...