MANILA — A somber moment for Philippine journalism unfolded on Monday (29 January 2024) as CNN Philippines officially declared the conclusion of its operations across all media platforms after a commendable nine (9) years of service in the Philippines, marking the end of an era by the close of this month.
The announcement from CNN Philippines stated, “Effective Wednesday, January 31, 2024, CNN Philippines will cease operations on all media platforms. A reliable source of news and information, CNN Philippines has been accessible through free-to-air TV, cable, and various digital channels.”
The message continued with expressions of gratitude: “To our dedicated staff, your commitment and hard work are deeply appreciated. To our valued partners, including CNN Worldwide and Turner Broadcasting, your unwavering support has been invaluable. And to our cherished viewers, we extend our sincerest thanks for your loyalty and trust throughout the nine-year journey.”
(By el Amigo/MNM)