CNN International’s editorial leadership and strength was recognised at last night’s 2014 Asian Television Awards in Singapore, with the network dominating the evening winning 5 awards. For the second consecutive year, the network clinched the coveted Cable & Satellite Channel of the Year title, and was also named Cable & Satellite Network of the Year. CNN also won Best News Programme, Best Current Affairs Presenter and Best Documentary Series at the ceremony. The Best News … [Read more...] about CNN wins at Asian TV Awards 2014
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CNN International Asia Pacific’s Ellana Lee promoted
Vice President and Managing Editor of CNN International Asia Pacific, Ellana Lee, has been promoted to Senior Vice President of CNN International, adding international oversight of the network’s expansive roster of feature programs while continuing to manage CNN’s editorial operation across Asia Pacific. Working in close partnership with colleagues at Turner International, Lee will also be charged with developing CNN International’s business operations worldwide from the Asia … [Read more...] about CNN International Asia Pacific’s Ellana Lee promoted
CNN International to expand live news programming
CNN International announced the addition of four hours a day of live news programming to its weekday schedule on May 23. The expanded commitment to live news is part of a number of programming changes at the leading international news network designed to further strengthen its offering for audiences around the world. The changes include a renewed focus on regional prime times, an increased role for the Asia Pacific region in the network’s newsgathering operation, and enhanced business … [Read more...] about CNN International to expand live news programming
RTS crowns CNN International “News Channel of the Year”
At the Royal Television Society (RTS) Awards on February 19, CNN International was crowned "News Channel of the Year" for the second year running, beating Sky News and the BBC News Channel; as well as won the coveted "Best News Coverage – International" category for its reporting of Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines, beating ITN and BBC One. The network’s coverage of news events such as the Westgate … [Read more...] about RTS crowns CNN International “News Channel of the Year”
CNN International appoints new Tokyo correspondent
A journalist with almost 15-years experience, Will Ripley will be responsible for covering major news stories from Japan. “Will is a tenacious, dedicated, courageous reporter – exactly what we look for at CNN,” Executive Vice President and Managing Director of CNN International Tony Maddox said. “We are thrilled to welcome him to the CNN family as we continue to strengthen our coverage in the Asia region.” Will Ripley Ripley has spent the last three years as … [Read more...] about CNN International appoints new Tokyo correspondent
CNN named “Cable & Satellite Channel of the Year” at ATA 2013
CNN International has been awarded ‘Cable & Satellite Channel of the Year’, ‘Best News Story’ and ‘Best Social Awareness Programme’ at the 2013 Asian Television Awards held December 6, 2013 in Singapore. CNN’s Hong Kong-based international correspondent Anna Coren won the prestigious ‘Best News Story 10 minutes or less’ for her exclusive report for Afghanistan Taliban Firefight where she came under enemy fire for more than … [Read more...] about CNN named “Cable & Satellite Channel of the Year” at ATA 2013
