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<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1777605036460Image.jpeg" style="width:633px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div>MANILA — The ABS-CBN News Channel (ANC) is marking its 30th year on Friday, May 1, underscoring its role as a primary source of news and analysis for business leaders, policymakers and other decision-makers in the country.Launched in 1996 as the Sarimanok News Network (SNN), the country’s first 24-hour news channel, ANC introduced continuous news coverage at a time when most Filipinos relied on scheduled broadcasts.In 1999, SNN merged with Sky News to form ANC, broadening its focus to include business and economic reporting alongside national affairs. The network went on to cover major events, including the impeachment trial of former President Joseph Estrada and developments in the Philippine Stock Exchange, helping cement its reputation among influential audiences.ANC faced a major challenge in 2020 during the shutdown of parent company ABS-CBN following a franchise denial. Despite the closure of its broadcast operations, the channel continued delivering news through digital platforms.The disruption accelerated ANC’s shift beyond cable, expanding its presence on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and streaming service iWantTFC, allowing it to reach viewers in the Philippines and overseas.Today, ANC continues to deliver live coverage, interviews and analysis through programs such as “Headstart,” “Market Edge,” “Top Story” and “The World Tonight,” anchored by journalists including Karen Davila, Karmina Constantino, Tony Velasquez, Ron Cruz, Stanley Palisada and Michelle Ong.As media consumption habits evolve, ANC said it remains focused on providing in-depth reporting across platforms while adapting to a growing digital audience.

For 30 years, the ABS-CBN News Channel (ANC) has been a go-to source for decision-makers in the Philippines, with politicians and business leaders turning to the network for in-depth analysis that shapes the national conversation.

For 30 years, the ABS-CBN News Channel (ANC) has been a go-to source for decision-makers in the Philippines, with politicians and business leaders turning to the network for in-depth analysis that shapes the national conversation.

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Published May 01, 2026 11:14 AM PHT

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