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CNN Headlines FAST Channel Relaunches, Brad Smith Joins As Anchor
More live and original programming is expected to be produced for the updated version of the channel, with a new show called CNN Headline Express to air at 7 AM and 11 AM ET.
CNN Tabs The New York Times Exec Guy Griggs As New Head of National Sales
During his tenure at The New York Times, Griggs worked under now CNN CEO Mark Thompson, who had previously served as the President and CEO of the publication from 2012 to 2020.
What Does the Future of CNN Look Like With Warner Bros. Discovery Preparing Spin Off?
Everyone likes to talk about what CNN used to be. I think it's time to talk about what CNN can be in the future.
CNN COO David Leavy Leaving To Rejoin Warner Bros. Discovery
"David arrived at CNN in tumultuous times and did a brilliant job stabilizing the company at a difficult moment."
CNN to Launch Weather App as Digital Offerings Grow
The addition of a weather app for the network coincides with news of an expanded streaming service set to debut later this year as part of the ongoing digital transformation enacted by CEO Mark Thompson.
CNN to Debut New Direct to Consumer Streaming Service Later This Year
It wouldn't be the first direct-to-consumer streaming platform attempted by CNN.
CNN Names Choire Sicha as Senior Vice President of Features Editorial
Choire Sicha will begin his duties at CNN on Monday, May 19th.
CNN Adds Former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel as Senior Political and Global Affairs Commentator
Most recently, Rahm Emanuel worked as the United States Ambassador to Japan for the Biden administration.
CNN Launches Chance Encounters Podcast Hosted by Francesca Street
CNN, under the direction of CEO Mark Thompson, has made digital media efforts a priority, including the podcasting space.
CNN Sets New Daily Lineup Featuring Changes for Jake Tapper, Wolf Blitzer, Audie Cornish, and Kasie Hunt
The network's primetime lineup -- featuring Erin Burnett, Anderson Cooper, Kaitlan Collins, and Abby Phillip -- remains unchanged.