Responding to Jamie Oliver's Food Revolution campaign, 800,000 people across the globe have signed the petition to ask for better food education and better health prospects. Food Revolution Day on May 19 is a chance for food lovers to come together to share ideas, knowledge and raise awareness about the world's food issues. All around the globe, people are working together to make a difference in the food we eat. Food Revolution Day is about a movement to connect with the community through … [Read more...] about Jamie Oliver’s Food Revolution campaign reaches Asia
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Up close and personal with Cesar Millan in Singapore
Singapore – The National Geographic Channel has announced the first-ever local search for one lucky dog to be trained by internationally renowned dog behavioural expert and Emmy-award nominee Cesar Millan. The initiative is exclusive to Singapore and gives local fans a much sought-after opportunity to meet Cesar Millan, star of the hit TV series Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan, up close and personal, and have him improve dog-and-owner relationships and understanding of their pet … [Read more...] about Up close and personal with Cesar Millan in Singapore
39th Daytime Emmys announces nominees
New York – The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) has revealed the nominees for the 39th Annual Daytime Entertainment Emmy Awards. This year, ABC received the most number of nominations totaling 56, including two for “Outstanding Drama Series”. The network is closely followed by PBS which garnered 51 nominations, and SYNDICATED with 46. ABC’s General Hospital is the most nominated programme this year, with 23 nominations. The Daytime Entertainment … [Read more...] about 39th Daytime Emmys announces nominees
ITV Granada to air The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations
Hong Kong – ITV Granada has revealed plans to broadcast LIVE coverage of The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations on June 5 across Asia. The all-day LIVE event, produced by ITN, will be hosted from Buckingham Palace by Julie Etchingham and Phillip Schofield. It begins with a service of thanksgiving at St Paul’s Cathedral and then follows the royal procession from Westminster Hall along the Mall to Buckingham Palace. Simon Li, Channel Director at ITV Granada, says: … [Read more...] about ITV Granada to air The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations
Ruth Clarke joins ITV Studios Global Entertainment
ITV Studios Global Entertainment (ITVS GE) has announced that Ruth Clarke has been appointed Director of Acquisitions and Co-Productions. Clarke joins the company from Shine International, where she is SVP, Head of EMEA. Reporting to Maria Kyriacou, Managing Director of ITVS GE, Clarke will be responsible for overseeing ITVS GE’s acquisition and co-production strategy, contributing to international growth through partnerships with ITV Studios and external producers worldwide. Maria … [Read more...] about Ruth Clarke joins ITV Studios Global Entertainment
NBCUniversal acquires majority stake in KidsCo
London – NBCUniversal International has announced the acquisition of a 51 percent stake in international children’s channel KidsCo, in partnership with existing shareholder and content supplier Corus Entertainment, who also increased its equity in the channel to 43.8 percent. Cookie Jar will exit the joint venture after five years in order to expand and develop their business outside the KidsCo partnership, prompting NBCUniversal and Corus Entertainment to acquire Cookie … [Read more...] about NBCUniversal acquires majority stake in KidsCo