Singapore/London – The Philippines is in the spotlight this May as BBC World News broadcasts a special series of documentaries and news programmes that go behind the headlines to report on life in the Southeast Asian nation half a year after Typhoon Haiyan swept through parts of the country. From May 19-30, BBC World News will explore how the Philippines is recovering from one of the strongest recorded storms – socially, economically and culturally. From the overall state of the … [Read more...] about BBC World News to spotlight Philippines this May
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BBC Worldwide Asia adds four new hires
Singapore – BBC Worldwide has announced four new senior hires across Business and Legal Affairs, Finance, HR and Business Development for its Asia business. Based in Singapore, they will travel throughout the region to support BBC Worldwide Asia’s businesses in Greater China, India, Korea, Japan and Southeast Asia. The four new additions are: Laura Byrnes, VP, Head of Business and Legal Affairs for Asia was previously Director, Legal & Business Affairs for NBC Universal Asia … [Read more...] about BBC Worldwide Asia adds four new hires
“Jonah From Tonga” to premiere first on ABC iview
Every episode of the six-part series will premiere in a weekend iview binge, available from 6pm May 2 until 6pm May 4 AEST. With more than 15 million monthly programme plays according to Webtrends, iview is Australia’s most accessible TV on demand service, available on 15 connected platforms including computers, tablets, smart phones, internet-enabled TVs, gaming consoles and set top boxes. Last time we caught up with Jonah Takalua he was expelled from Summer Heights High. Jonah From Tonga … [Read more...] about “Jonah From Tonga” to premiere first on ABC iview
BBC Four acquires “The Code”
The Code is set in the spectacular Australian landscape and tells the story of two very different brothers who unearth information that those at the highest levels of political power will kill to keep secret. Cassian Harrison, Channel Editor, BBC Four, said: “Following the success of The Bridge II and Salamander, both of which attracted audiences of over 1m an episode, I’m delighted to welcome another action-packed thriller to the channel, this time from the striking landscape of … [Read more...] about BBC Four acquires “The Code”
TVNZ acquires new BBC Worldwide programming
Comedy series Uncle follows the misadventures and growing pains of an irresponsible out-of-work musician who forges an unlikely alliance with his neurotic 12-year-old nephew. Thirty-something 'man-child' Andy staggers through life leaving chaos in his wake. So when his sister Sam uses a bit of emotional blackmail to get him to look after her son Errol, how will Andy manage to keep the youngster out of trouble while constantly being knee deep in the stuff himself? In Billy Connolly’s Big … [Read more...] about TVNZ acquires new BBC Worldwide programming
BBC Worldwide ANZ sells content to ABC
BBC Worldwide ANZ has recently licensed the Australian Broadcasting Corporation a package of premiere factual and entertainment content for ABC1 and ABC2, showcasing the talents of celebrity chat show host Alan Carr and Hollywood star Billy Connolly, along with a range of documentaries and news and current affairs titles. BAFTA award-winning Alan Carr returns with his irrepressible chat show Alan Carr: Chatty Man featuring top-notch guest stars, gossip and a cheeky drink or two from Alan’s … [Read more...] about BBC Worldwide ANZ sells content to ABC
