Sydney—Australian viewers can look forward to seeing more U.S. series on the heels of their U.S. debuts. Foxtel said it will screen 20th Century Fox series The Rules for Starting Over and K-Ville within days of their U.S. broadcast. This follows the Seven Network's recent announcement it would air the next series of Prison Break and Heroes later this year directly after their U.S. premieres. Foxtel was quick to point out it first flagged the “day and date” strategy in May 2006, when … [Read more...] about Fox series to air quickly on Foxtel
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MediaCorp goes ‘Green’ with environmental awareness campaign
Singapore– On July 7 MediaCorp launched a month-long ‘Green Campaign’ across its television, news, radio and print businesses to raise environmental awareness. MediaCorp TV’s Channel 5 and Channel U aired Live Earth, a 24-hour concert performed on seven continents to raise awareness for climate change, non-stop from July 7 – 8. The concert featured musicians including Madonna, Red Hot Chilli Peppers and Black Eyed Peas. Channel 5 also appealed to viewers to wear … [Read more...] about MediaCorp goes ‘Green’ with environmental awareness campaign
Celestial Movies channel localized for Indonesia
Hong Kong– Celestial Pictures localized its 24-hour Chinese movie channel Celestial Movies for Indonesia from July 1, 2007, with all movies subtitled and on-air promotions dubbed in Bahasa Indonesia. William Pfeiffer, Chief Executive Officer, Celestial Pictures, said Celestial Movies’ feed will continue to be upgraded with further investment in programming. Over 500 movies including 200 first-run and recent releases are exclusively premiered on Celestial Movies each year. The channel … [Read more...] about Celestial Movies channel localized for Indonesia
CASBAA appeals court ruling to nullify search warrants against Philippines’ Telmarc Cable Corp.
Philippines– The Cable and Satellite Broadcasting Association of Asia (CASBAA) filed a Motion for Reconsideration at the Court of Appeals in Manila to reverse an appellate court decision to nullify search warrants issued against local cabler Telmarc Cable Corp. for acts of copyright infringement. Simon Twiston Davies, CASBAA Chief Executive Officer, believes the evidence submitted to the Regional Trial Court in 2005 is sufficient to have the judiciary reverse its ruling on the search … [Read more...] about CASBAA appeals court ruling to nullify search warrants against Philippines’ Telmarc Cable Corp.
Disney’s High School Musical 2 to premiere Sept. 9
Singapore- High School Musical 2, sequel to the Emmy Award-winning Disney Channel Original Movie, will premiere on Disney Channel across Southeast Asia on Sept. 9 (1930hrs SIN/MAS, 1830hrs INA). The premiere is part of a High School Musical-themed weekend as the channel will also air High School Musical Concert and music video showcase High School Musical Around the World, as well as shows featuring members of the High School Musical cast in Hannah Montana and The Suite Life of Zack and Cody. … [Read more...] about Disney’s High School Musical 2 to premiere Sept. 9
MDA and KOCCA sign MOU to co-develop creative content industries
Singapore– The Media Development Authority of Singapore (MDA) and the Korea Culture & Content Agency (KOCCA) have inked an MOU to co-develop local creative content industries including media and digital media sectors by offering developmental programs and facilitating access to the global market. The agreement is expected to generate co-productions, training exchanges and joint marketing of content from Singaporean and Korean media companies. The MOU extends from four collaborations … [Read more...] about MDA and KOCCA sign MOU to co-develop creative content industries