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NASA Astronaut Tells TaiwanPlus What it Takes to Survive Space and Safeguard 'Spaceship Earth'
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By Taiwan Talks, April 22 |
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Taiwan-born NASA astronaut Kjell Lindgren returned to his birthplace to share insights from his life as an astronaut, including missions aboard the International Space Station (ISS). In this interview with Taiwan Talks host Yin Khvat, Lindgren discusses the psychological toll of long space missions and reflects on the "overview effect," describing earth as a fragile spaceship that requires the same diligent care as the ISS.
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by Connected on TaiwanPlus, March 31
The Race is on for Greenland's Critical Minerals
Greenland is becoming the center of a global race for critical minerals. As climate change opens access to rare earths and strategic resources, the US, China and Europe are paying close attention. Stefan Bernstein, a geologist specializing in Greenland’s mineral exploration, and international relations expert Reinhard Biedermann discuss how Greenland has become strategically important in global tech competition, what it will take to access the minerals under the ice, and what Taiwan can learn from the global competition for resources.
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by Taiwan Talks, April 8
Davidson Window: Will China Invade Taiwan in 2027?
For years, 2027 has been seen as a potential deadline for a Chinese invasion of Taiwan — but Washington now says Beijing has no fixed timeline. Does this signal reduced risk, or a more complex and long-term strategy? As China continues to build military capabilities while emphasizing “peaceful unification,” the ambiguity raises difficult questions about deterrence and preparedness.
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by Klein Wang, Pichi Chuang & Bryn Thomas, April 3 |
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Honoring Traditions in New Ways: Taiwan's Tomb-Sweeping Festival |
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In a country where people honor their ancestors every year at Tomb Sweeping Festival, eco-friendly burial options are becoming increasingly popular as an alternative to traditional graves and columbariums. Authorities say about 20% of people are choosing natural burials, with cremated ashes placed under trees, at sea or in places of scenic natural beauty like Yangmingshan National Park.
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Taiwanese Government Wary of Chinese Incentives After KMT Chair's Visit
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Indigenous Village Recognized for Forest Preservation Work
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Olympic Champion Lin Yu-ting Earns a Bronze Medal on Return to the Ring
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CONNECTED: Inside the Secretive World of TSMC
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ZIZO: China's Maritime Militia, The Gray-zone Enforcers
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Taiwan's Mega Factories: Machine Tools
Before a single product takes shape, machine tools decide what fits and what fails, quietly shaping the geometry behind cars, phones, aircraft, and more. This episode steps into Taiwan’s “Golden Valley,” where a next-generation mega factory turns heavy iron into smart, repeatable precision. Human craft aligns with live data; experience meets discipline; and the machines that build machines become the hidden engine room of industry.
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That's Curious | Taiwanese Beer Glasses
Join our host, Lin Yao, as he takes a deep dive into the culture, history, and production of one of Taiwan’s most iconic table accessories: the 143 ml beer glass. These glasses are ubiquitous in Taiwan’s lively stir-fry restaurants as friends and family eat and toast together. However, these glasses have a unique history and cultural identity that is all wrapped up in Taiwanese drinking culture.
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Whirlwind Trip | Taitung's Mountains and Valleys
Kevin Chang and Penny Shen are back, bringing their easygoing, ready-for-anything energy as they trace rivers, take to the skies, and explore Taiwan by land and water. This season goes deeper, uncovering lesser-seen corners of the island to spark new travel itineraries.
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Namaste Taiwan | Tabla Rhythms and Taiwanese Rhymes
Having established himself in Taiwan, tabla teacher and performer Akash reflects on his journey with Priya. They later met Taiwanese sitarist Uz AZeR for a relaxed picnic and jam in Taipei’s Daan Park—an impromptu performance that quickly drew a crowd.
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Resound | Taipei Percussion
This performance showcases the vibrant range of mallet percussion, featuring intricate marimba arrangements and lyrical vibraphone passages that bridge classical pieces with modern innovation. Taipei Percussion successfully combines classical, jazz, and latin rhythms with theatrics that will make you smile as you groove along with their beats.
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