GMA Integrated News continues to raise the bar in journalism excellence as it brings honor to the Philippines anew at the prestigious 2025 U.S. International Awards.

 

The flagship newscast “24 Oras” won Silver in the Documentaries & Reports – Social Issues category for its compelling coverage and in-depth reporting on the societal impact of the Philippine Offshore Gaming Operations (POGO) industry. The winning stories, reported by Saleema Refran and Sandra Aguinaldo, shed light on the far-reaching consequences of POGO-related crimes and their aftereffects on communities.

 

Meanwhile, “Unang Balita: Pinsala ng El Niño”, a report by Darlene Cay, was named a Finalist in the Documentaries & Reports – Environment, Ecology & Sustainability category for its timely and powerful coverage of the devastating effects of the El Niño phenomenon on Filipino livelihoods and the environment.

 

Senior Vice President for GMA Integrated News and Head of Regional TV and Synergy Oliver Victor B. Amoroso expressed pride in the recognition: “It is such an honor for GMA Integrated News to be recognized at this year’s U.S. International Awards—and a Silver award at that. This is both a testament to and validation of our teams’ hard work, integrity, and relentless pursuit of excellence in journalism. We are equally proud of Unang Balita’s Finalist citation for its strong entry on El Niño’s impact.”

 

These accolades reaffirm GMA Integrated News’ commitment to delivering truthful, relevant, and impactful storytelling that resonates not just with Filipinos but with global audiences as well.

 

The recognitions are especially timely as GMA Network celebrates its 75th anniversary this year, marking decades of commitment to delivering impactful news.

 

The U.S. International Awards, which honor outstanding content in film, television, and new media from around the world, are widely regarded as one of the most prestigious honors in global media and journalism.

 

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