ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs, or ABS-CBN News, is the news division of ABS-CBN Corporation. It’s the Philippines’ largest international news organization.
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Overview
The division gathers news for its programs. Their slogan is “Malasakit sa Isat Isa”.
History
Even after ABS-CBN’s broadcast shutdown in 2020, its current affairs programs continue online.
Stay Updated
Follow ABS-CBN Integrated News on Facebook and Instagram. Visit ABS-CBN’s website for news and entertainment.
ABS-CBN Today
ABS-CBN is a leading media company in the Philippines, providing content across TV, radio, digital, and film.
Flagship Newscast
The division’s most prominent newscast is TV Patrol, a long-running and highly influential program that delivers daily news to a wide audience across the Philippines and beyond. It has adapted to various platforms, including online streaming, ensuring its continued reach despite changes in media consumption.
Focus and Content
ABS-CBN News covers a broad range of topics, including:
- Political news and analysis
- Business and economic updates
- Social issues and human interest stories
- Investigative journalism
- International news
- Sports news
- Entertainment news (though often less emphasized than other divisions of ABS-CBN)
A key focus of ABS-CBN News is providing in-depth coverage of issues affecting the Filipino people, both within the Philippines and abroad; They strive to present balanced and objective reporting, although like any news organization, they are sometimes subject to scrutiny and criticism.
Impact and Influence
ABS-CBN News has played a significant role in shaping public opinion and informing the national conversation in the Philippines. Their reporting has often brought important issues to light, contributing to policy changes and increased awareness of social problems. The division’s journalists have also received numerous awards and accolades for their work, recognizing their commitment to journalistic excellence.
Challenges and Adaptations
The shutdown of ABS-CBN’s free-to-air broadcast operations in 2020 presented a major challenge to the news division. However, ABS-CBN News has adapted by focusing on digital platforms, including online streaming, social media, and their website. This has allowed them to continue delivering news and current affairs programming to a wide audience, albeit through different channels. They have also partnered with other media outlets to ensure their content remains accessible.
Commitment to Public Service
Despite the challenges, ABS-CBN News remains committed to its mission of providing timely, accurate, and relevant information to the Filipino public. They continue to uphold the principles of journalistic integrity and strive to serve as a watchdog for the public interest.
