From The Editor’s Desk: 16 Days. Five Days of Conversations. One Industry at a Crossroads.
Sixteen days. That’s all that stands between us and one of the biggest gatherings on the ABU calendar. And if the programme for the 63rd ABU General Assembly and Associated Meetings is anything to go by, Colombo is not going to be short of conversations. From 30 October to 3 November 2026, the broadcasting community […]
DRR Day 2026: ABU strengthens media’s role in building safer communities
Marking the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction on 13 October, the Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union reaffirms its commitment to helping broadcasters support preparedness, communicate risks and deliver trusted information when communities need it most. This year’s theme, “Resilience Starts at Home,” highlights the importance of protecting households and ensuring people have the knowledge and resources […]
ABC iview Smart TV App Wins Gold at Australian Good Design Awards
The Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) has received Gold at the 2026 Australian Good Design Awards for its redesigned ABC iview Smart TV app, recognising the broadcaster’s commitment to improving the digital viewing experience. The app was recognised in the Digital Design – Apps and Software category for its user-focused design, which makes it easier for […]
KBS Wins International Recognition for Documentary The Holy Elements
Korean Broadcasting System (KBS) has received international recognition at the 2026 Prix Italia, with its documentary series The Holy Elements winning the SIGNIS Special Prize. The award was presented at the ceremony held in L’Aquila, Italy, on 2 October, with the broadcaster announcing the achievement on 6 October. Produced as a four-part documentary to commemorate […]
Bangladesh Betar Looks to Expand Debate Competition Nationwide
Bangladesh Betar is looking to expand its annual debate competition to districts across the country, creating more opportunities for young people to develop their communication, critical thinking and public speaking skills. The proposed expansion was announced by State Minister for Information and Broadcasting Yasser Khan Choudhury during the Betar Debate Competition 2026 ceremony, organised by […]
China Media Group Unveils 2027 Brand Development Initiative
China Media Group (CMG) has launched its 2027 Brand Strengthening China Project in Beijing, introducing a series of initiatives aimed at strengthening brand development through digital innovation, artificial intelligence and trusted information services. The launch saw CMG unveil 118 creative and innovative projects developed by 13 of its programme centres, outlining its plans to expand […]
RRI Sets Its Sights on Digital Transformation with New Supervisory Board
Radio Republik Indonesia (RRI) is preparing for a new phase of organisational development following the selection of five members to its Supervisory Board for the 2026–2031 term, with digital transformation, stronger governance and public trust among its key priorities. Indonesia’s House of Representatives approved the five members on 8 October 2026, following a selection process […]
TBS Explores Brainwave Technology to Make Broadcasting More Accessible
Tokyo Broadcasting System Television (TBS) is exploring new ways to make television programmes more accessible to audiences, using brainwave measurements to improve how viewers experience on-screen graphics and sound. The Japanese broadcaster is building on its existing work in colour universal design, which aims to make captions, graphics and visual information easier to understand for […]
NBC PNG Expands Live Sports Coverage Across Three Time Zones
Papua New Guinea’s National Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) has delivered one of its most extensive weekends of international sports coverage, bringing three major sporting events from different time zones to audiences across the country. The broadcaster provided live coverage of the Betfred Super League Grand Final in England, a boxing bout featuring Papua New Guinean athlete […]
Mediacorp’s 987 Radio Brings Interactive Escape Room Experience
Mediacorp’s English-language radio station 987 has introduced an interactive Halloween escape room experience in Singapore, bringing radio personalities and storytelling into a new entertainment format. Developed in collaboration with Xcape Singapore, the experience, titled Signal Hijacked: The Purge Protocol, incorporates audio recordings, visual effects and appearances by seven 987 personalities to create an immersive environment […]
