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February 21, 2012

Nationwide ratings leader GMA Network, Inc. bagged key recognitions at the 8th USTV Students’ Choice Awards held last February 16 at the UST Medicine Auditorium.

The Network’s banner newscast 24 Orasanchored by GMA News pillars Mel Tiangco and Mike Enriquez, marked another victory after winning the Students’ Choice of Local News and Current Affairs Program award.

Nationwide ratings leader GMA Network, Inc. bagged key recognitions at the 8th USTV Students’ Choice Awards held last February 16 at the UST Medicine Auditorium.

The Network’s banner newscast 24 Orasanchored by GMA News pillars Mel Tiangco and Mike Enriquez, marked another victory after winning the Students’ Choice of Local News and Current Affairs Program award.

February 19, 2012

GMA News TV’s Reel Time features this Sunday Juan for All, All for Juan -- a popular segment of the country’s longest running noontime show Eat Bulaga led by the legendary trio of Tito Sotto, Vic Sotto, and Joey de Leon.

Launched in 2010, Juan for All, All for Juan started as a short segment in Eat Bulaga. Today, it is the show’s most awaited portion. There’s no need for viewers to line up in Broadway to get a chance to bring home instant cash prizes because Eat Bulaga brings these prizes closer to homes by sending Juan for All, All for Juan daily to different barangays nationwide.

GMA News TV’s Reel Time features this Sunday Juan for All, All for Juan -- a popular segment of the country’s longest running noontime show Eat Bulaga led by the legendary trio of Tito Sotto, Vic Sotto, and Joey de Leon.

February 17, 2012

Experience an ultimate TV experience this Sunday as GMA Network's phenomenally successful Sunday musical-variety show presents an exhilarating line up of performances with "Party Pilipinas HD".

The stage is set and the spotlight is on as the show opens with the HIGH-DEMAND performers of Party Pilipinas - Dingdong Dantes, Rachelle Ann Go, Sam Pinto, Aljur Abrenica, Julie Anne San Jose, Elmo Magalona, Jake Vargas, Alden Richards, Mark Herras, Kris Bernal, Jonalyn Viray, Jennylyn Mercado, Solenn Heusaff, and Heart Evangelista.

Experience an ultimate TV experience this Sunday as GMA Network's phenomenally successful Sunday musical-variety show presents an exhilarating line up of performances with "Party Pilipinas HD".

The stage is set and the spotlight is on as the show opens with the HIGH-DEMAND performers of Party Pilipinas - Dingdong Dantes, Rachelle Ann Go, Sam Pinto, Aljur Abrenica, Julie Anne San Jose, Elmo Magalona, Jake Vargas, Alden Richards, Mark Herras, Kris Bernal, Jonalyn Viray, Jennylyn Mercado, Solenn Heusaff, and Heart Evangelista.

February 17, 2012

In another exciting episode of Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho, join Jessica as she visits the newest attraction in Hong Kong Disneyland-Toy Story Land!

Meet the lovable characters from the film Toy Story and see the latest adventure rides on top of a variety of food and chows themed after the movie itself!

When it comes to videogames, there's a new game everyone's been raving about! Move over Angry Birds and make way for Temple Run! What is it about this game that makes everyone go crazy over it? When can one truly say enough is enough when it comes to videogames? Can too much videogames bring about any harmful effect?

In another exciting episode of Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho, join Jessica as she visits the newest attraction in Hong Kong Disneyland-Toy Story Land!

Meet the lovable characters from the film Toy Story and see the latest adventure rides on top of a variety of food and chows themed after the movie itself!

February 16, 2012

"It feels so good to be home," said the Filipino international singing sensation Charice Pempengco as she opened her Valentine TV special Charice: One for the Heart, which aired last Sunday on GMA-7. As a Filipino, the Philippines may be her 'home,' but as an international performer, the whole world is her 'stage.'

And so, after "wowing" her Filipino fans locally, Charice is set to amaze her global following as GMA Network broadcasts the special globally through its international channel GMA Pinoy TV on February 17 (Middle East, Europe and Asia Pacific) and February 19 (U.S.A and Canada) , in all territories covered by the said channel.

"It feels so good to be home," said the Filipino international singing sensation Charice Pempengco as she opened her Valentine TV special Charice: One for the Heart, which aired last Sunday on GMA-7. As a Filipino, the Philippines may be her 'home,' but as an international performer, the whole world is her 'stage.'

February 11, 2012

GMA Network celebrates KAPUSO month with Pinoy Pride and international singing sensation, CHARICE, as she celebrates Valentines Day with all the Kapuso viewers through a television special, “Charice, One for the Heart”.

Witness a more mature CHARICE, listen to her breathtaking voice and be charmed by her powerful stance as she takes the spotlight and performs songs that talk about her wonderful journey as an artist as well as the ups and downs of her family life.

GMA Network celebrates KAPUSO month with Pinoy Pride and international singing sensation, CHARICE, as she celebrates Valentines Day with all the Kapuso viewers through a television special, “Charice, One for the Heart”.

Witness a more mature CHARICE, listen to her breathtaking voice and be charmed by her powerful stance as she takes the spotlight and performs songs that talk about her wonderful journey as an artist as well as the ups and downs of her family life.

February 9, 2012

GMA News and Public Affairs, the country's most trusted news organization, proves its world class calibre again with a total of nine nominations -- five coming from the leading news channel GMA News TV and four from GMA-7 -- in the highly prestigious 2012 New York Festivals.

Less than a year after its launch, GMA News TV makes a definitive statement with five of its documentaries achieving finalist status at the NYF.

GMA News and Public Affairs, the country's most trusted news organization, proves its world class calibre again with a total of nine nominations -- five coming from the leading news channel GMA News TV and four from GMA-7 -- in the highly prestigious 2012 New York Festivals.

Less than a year after its launch, GMA News TV makes a definitive statement with five of its documentaries achieving finalist status at the NYF.

February 3, 2012

Saranggani Province Representative and boxing’s pound-for-pound king Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao paid a courtesy call on GMA Chairman and CEO Felipe L. Gozon at the GMA Network Center on Monday, January 30. Among the highlights of the meeting was a ‘friendly’ chess match between Gozon and Pacquiao. After the match, Atty. Gozon and GMA President and COO Gilberto Duavit, Jr. presented the Kapuso Network’s birthday gift for Pacquiao – an oil painting of the congressman with the seal of the House of Representatives behind him. Pacquiao hosts Manny, Many, Prizes, a game show which airs every Saturday, 6:00pm, on GMA-7. (GMA 7)

February 2, 2012

GMA Worldwide, Inc. (GWI), the content acquisition and distribution subsidiary of leading Philippine multimedia company GMA Network, Inc. (GMA), recently signed a three-year output deal with FOX International Channels (FOX).

The deal comprised a minimum of 350 hours worth of locally produced programs and 25 feature films for airing thru FOX’s cable channels this 2012.

GMA Worldwide, Inc. (GWI), the content acquisition and distribution subsidiary of leading Philippine multimedia company GMA Network, Inc. (GMA), recently signed a three-year output deal with FOX International Channels (FOX).

The deal comprised a minimum of 350 hours worth of locally produced programs and 25 feature films for airing thru FOX’s cable channels this 2012.

February 2, 2012

This Thursday night, join Arnold Clavio in another action-packed night filled with real-life emergency stories on GMA-7’s Rescue.

A woman in dire need of medical attention finds herself nursing an unusual stomach pain.

After further examinations, the woman was stunned to find out what was causing her severe discomfort—an unborn baby—this, despite her alleged effort to have the child aborted several months earlier.

This Thursday night, join Arnold Clavio in another action-packed night filled with real-life emergency stories on GMA-7’s Rescue.

A woman in dire need of medical attention finds herself nursing an unusual stomach pain.

After further examinations, the woman was stunned to find out what was causing her severe discomfort—an unborn baby—this, despite her alleged effort to have the child aborted several months earlier.

Watch how doctors and the entire medical staff save the lives of the woman and her “miracle” baby.

January 27, 2012

It's all systems go for broadcast giant GMA Network, Inc. (GMA) this Year of the Dragon.

At the recently concluded star-studded trade presentations, the premier Filipino multimedia company rolled out its key projects for 2012, which can provide the best platform to deliver its partner-advertisers' key messages.

It's all systems go for broadcast giant GMA Network, Inc. (GMA) this Year of the Dragon.

At the recently concluded star-studded trade presentations, the premier Filipino multimedia company rolled out its key projects for 2012, which can provide the best platform to deliver its partner-advertisers' key messages.

January 27, 2012

Pop culture reigns supreme in this week’s episode of GMA-7’s Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho!

Katy Perry kissed a guy … and they both liked it! During her concert last week, singer Katy Perry invited teen celebrity Ivan Dorschner onstage for a kiss! And although this is not the first time a Filipino got the chance to interact with their favorite Pop Icon, Filipinos can’t help but be starstruck with these international celebrities.

Pop culture reigns supreme in this week’s episode of GMA-7’s Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho!

Katy Perry kissed a guy … and they both liked it! During her concert last week, singer Katy Perry invited teen celebrity Ivan Dorschner onstage for a kiss! And although this is not the first time a Filipino got the chance to interact with their favorite Pop Icon, Filipinos can’t help but be starstruck with these international celebrities.

January 26, 2012

As the year 2011 heralded the beginning of another decade, it also marked GMA News and Public Affairs’ continued dedication to deliver the latest news as it happens, when it happens, from virtually anywhere in the globe.

In the past year, GMA gave viewers the most memorable coverage of events that shaped that world and the year that was starting with the team’s extensive coverage of the calamity that struck Japan. When a massive quake hit the coast of Honshu and brought about one of the most devastating tsunamis in Japan’s history, the GMA News team was there to give viewers important updates on the aftermath as well as the condition of Filipinos residing in several affected areas.

As the year 2011 heralded the beginning of another decade, it also marked GMA News and Public Affairs’ continued dedication to deliver the latest news as it happens, when it happens, from virtually anywhere in the globe.

January 20, 2012

Another blindside occurred in this season’s Survivor Philippines as the island’s resident strategist Gino dela Peña was voted off in the show’s tribal council last Tuesday night.

Gino, who was originally paired with co-GMA Artist Center talent Stef Prescott, was one of the original members of the Bulan tribe and was also part of the so-called “power five” – a strong alliance among fellow Bulan members KC Montero, Arnold Aninion, John Odulio, and Mara Yokohama.

Another blindside occurred in this season’s Survivor Philippines as the island’s resident strategist Gino dela Peña was voted off in the show’s tribal council last Tuesday night.

Gino, who was originally paired with co-GMA Artist Center talent Stef Prescott, was one of the original members of the Bulan tribe and was also part of the so-called “power five” – a strong alliance among fellow Bulan members KC Montero, Arnold Aninion, John Odulio, and Mara Yokohama.

January 14, 2012

GMA Network, Inc. (GMA), the country’s leading multimedia company, begins a prosperous new year with a piercing roar in the market.

Come January 17 and 18, the leading Network delivers trade presentations to its partner-advertisers at special gala events to be held at the New World Hotel ( Makati ).

Themed “Legend of the Golden Dragon,” the event showcases the Network’s key platforms and projects this 2012, with the biggest Kapuso actors and actresses in attendance.

GMA Network, Inc. (GMA), the country’s leading multimedia company, begins a prosperous new year with a piercing roar in the market.

Come January 17 and 18, the leading Network delivers trade presentations to its partner-advertisers at special gala events to be held at the New World Hotel ( Makati ).

Themed “Legend of the Golden Dragon,” the event showcases the Network’s key platforms and projects this 2012, with the biggest Kapuso actors and actresses in attendance.

January 12, 2012

 

It's the final battle between the warrior Amaya against her most vicious and fiercest adversary, Dian Lamitan, in the explosive finale of GMA Network's widely popular epic series this Friday, January 13.

After the commendable run of the first-ever historical epic series in the primetime block, Amaya bids farewell with consistent high ratings performance on its timeslot, and with the overwhelming praises from the televiewers. The entire cast, headlined by no less than primetime queen Marian Rivera, gave exceptional and laudable performances that earned positive reviews from venerable critics here and abroad.

It's the final battle between the warrior Amaya against her most vicious and fiercest adversary, Dian Lamitan, in the explosive finale of GMA Network's widely popular epic series this Friday, January 13.

January 11, 2012

DOJ denies ABS-CBN's motion to dismiss the filing of a criminal complaint for libel against its executives and talents

The Department of Justice (DOJ) recently ordered the City Prosecutor of Quezon City to file libel charges against ABS-CBN for malicious imputations aired over its broadcast platforms in relation to the alleged "stolen" footage by broadcast giant GMA Network.

The case is in relation to the alleged unauthorized airing of Iraqi captive Angelo Dela Cruz's arrival footage taken at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport over GMA's newscast in July 2004.

DOJ denies ABS-CBN's motion to dismiss the filing of a criminal complaint for libel against its executives and talents

The Department of Justice (DOJ) recently ordered the City Prosecutor of Quezon City to file libel charges against ABS-CBN for malicious imputations aired over its broadcast platforms in relation to the alleged "stolen" footage by broadcast giant GMA Network.

January 5, 2012

GMA Network rolls out a bigger and bolder program line-up this New Year as it launches an extensive run-down of innovative programs slated to premiere on the first quarter of 2012.

Produced by the GMA Drama Group, this roster of equally exciting and promising offerings - primetime and afternoon prime dramas - is topbilled by only the brightest and hottest Kapuso actors and actresses in Philippine show business.

GMA Network rolls out a bigger and bolder program line-up this New Year as it launches an extensive run-down of innovative programs slated to premiere on the first quarter of 2012.

Produced by the GMA Drama Group, this roster of equally exciting and promising offerings - primetime and afternoon prime dramas - is topbilled by only the brightest and hottest Kapuso actors and actresses in Philippine show business.

January 5, 2012

In the year ended, GMA Network, Inc. (GMA) altered television channel ranking as it overtook ABS-CBN in nationwide total day household audience share, placing the latter only to second rank – according to broadcast industry’s more trusted ratings service provider, Nielsen TV Audience Measurement.

Based on full 2011 nationwide data of Nielsen (December 25 to 31 based on overnight ratings), GMA posted a 34.2 percent total day average television household audience share, outscoring ABS-CBN’s 31.1 percent and TV5’s 15.6 percent by substantial gaps.

In the year ended, GMA Network, Inc. (GMA) altered television channel ranking as it overtook ABS-CBN in nationwide total day household audience share, placing the latter only to second rank – according to broadcast industry’s more trusted ratings service provider, Nielsen TV Audience Measurement.

Based on full 2011 nationwide data of Nielsen (December 25 to 31 based on overnight ratings), GMA posted a 34.2 percent total day average television household audience share, outscoring ABS-CBN’s 31.1 percent and TV5’s 15.6 percent by substantial gaps.

December 29, 2011

Filipinos will have another reason to enjoy a sumptuous lunch everyday as GMA Network brings Kusina Master, the newest addition to its morning block, starting January 2, 2012 on GMA 7.

Kusina Master is a 15-minute cooking program in front of live audiences that will unfold excellent kitchen skills and unravel the secrets in cooking, making everyday food preparation effortless.

Filipinos will have another reason to enjoy a sumptuous lunch everyday as GMA Network brings Kusina Master, the newest addition to its morning block, starting January 2, 2012 on GMA 7.

Kusina Master is a 15-minute cooking program in front of live audiences that will unfold excellent kitchen skills and unravel the secrets in cooking, making everyday food preparation effortless.

December 29, 2011

Heartbreaking tragedies and heartwarming tales of generosity and heroism.  Crippling crises and empowering developments.  Shameful scandals and inspiring comebacks.

All these characterized the news of 2011, a year that started with so much optimism and potential, yet would end with the country in a state of calamity. 

Heartbreaking tragedies and heartwarming tales of generosity and heroism.  Crippling crises and empowering developments.  Shameful scandals and inspiring comebacks.

All these characterized the news of 2011, a year that started with so much optimism and potential, yet would end with the country in a state of calamity. 

December 29, 2011

MANILA, Philippines (Dec 29, 2011) - The Regional Trial Court (RTC) Branch 126 of Caloocan City recently dismissed a civil complaint for damages against GMA Network and Imbestigador host Mike Enriquez filed by plaintiff Ronald Virola owing to episodes of Imbestigador aired December 14 and 28, 2002.

The said episodes carried a story on Virola, whose house in Caloocan was raided on the strength of a search warrant for allegedly containing undetermined quantity of regulated and/or prohibited drugs, one of which is labeled as Ativan. Likewise searched were video tapes containing nude and obscene footages of different women, who seem to be under the influence of such drugs and victimized by his sexual escapades.

MANILA, Philippines (Dec 29, 2011) - The Regional Trial Court (RTC) Branch 126 of Caloocan City recently dismissed a civil complaint for damages against GMA Network and Imbestigador host Mike Enriquez filed by plaintiff Ronald Virola owing to episodes of Imbestigador aired December 14 and 28, 2002.

December 29, 2011

This New Year's Eve, join Jessica Soho as she recounts the year that was in the second installment of The Best of Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho 2011. 

Soho sums up the year as she looks back on some of the most interesting fads and most hilarious stories of 2011. Have a second serving of the most sumptuous dishes of the year and witness once more some of the world's biggest events in 2011 such as the Royal Wedding and the Beatification of the world's most beloved pope, Pope John Paul II.

This New Year's Eve, join Jessica Soho as she recounts the year that was in the second installment of The Best of Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho 2011. 

Soho sums up the year as she looks back on some of the most interesting fads and most hilarious stories of 2011. Have a second serving of the most sumptuous dishes of the year and witness once more some of the world's biggest events in 2011 such as the Royal Wedding and the Beatification of the world's most beloved pope, Pope John Paul II.

December 10, 2011

GMA Network, Inc. has appointed Felipe S. Yalong as the Company’s new Executive Vice President effective December 1, 2011.

The new GMA EVP will remain the Company’s Chief Financial Officer and Group Head of its Corporate Services Group.

Yalong is a key figure behind GMA Network's IPO in 2007. He has played a crucial role in the Network’s phenomenal rise in revenues and profit since GMA Network Chairman and CEO Felipe L. Gozon and President and COO Gilberto R. Duavit, Jr. took over the Company’s management a decade ago. 

GMA Network, Inc. has appointed Felipe S. Yalong as the Company’s new Executive Vice President effective December 1, 2011.

The new GMA EVP will remain the Company’s Chief Financial Officer and Group Head of its Corporate Services Group.