GMA Integrated News continues to raise the bar in journalism excellence as it brings honor to the Philippines anew at the prestigious 2025 US 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.
Oliver Victor B. Amoroso, senior vice president for GMA Integrated News and head of Regional TV and Synergy, expressed pride in the recognition: “It is such an honor for GMA Integrated News to be recognized at this year’s US 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.”
