Hi everyone,
if you haven't seen the iList at CNN you should do it soon. This week it's all about South Korea.
CNN returns to Korea for a week of live coverage with ‘i-List’
- Part of CNN’s “November is Asia” month featuring Asia’s Innovation, Industry and Intelligence -
As part of CNN’s dedicated month of programming from across Asia, the network’s iList comes to South Korea from November 6th ~ 12th for a look into how South Korea is influencing and impacting the world. Every weekday Anna Coren reports live from landmarks around Seoul while CNN’s correspondents offer insights into various aspects of Korean technology, culture, entertainment, environment and business. The week’s programming starts off with CNN in Jeju to visit the island’s nine natural wonders, named by UNESCO as World Heritage sites. CNN’s Paula Hancocks get a tour from one of Jeju’s committed geologists, who explain how he works to preserve the area’s natural beauty while still allowing visitors to enjoy all it has to offer. CNN also looks at tax incentives on offer to attract overseas investments especially from Chinese nationals looking for holiday homes in Korea.
CNN also visits Hyundai Heavy Industries, South Korea’s largest ship builder, trying to rise to the top in another high tech industry: alternative energy. The company is rapidly expanding into solar and wind power manufacturing. Beef is a big deal in South Korea and locally-bred “Hanu” cattle are celebrated for their meat’s freshness and flavor, even though the prices far exceed those of foreign imports. CNN visits a small family farm, like many that still raise Hanu, and talks to a culinary expert about why “Hanu” is so special. The Seoul Metropolitan Traditional Orchestra is stretching the boundaries of Korean music, working to popularize the native art abroad. The group’s lively performances incorporate music, dance and the use of authentic instruments. The musicians take a break from their latest rehearsal to explain their craft and give CNN a private little lesson. CNN’s Anna Coren, who will be reporting live from Seoul, will also share with viewers how the Korean Wave “Hallyu” has developed in to an industry as well as other interesting aspects of the country’s dynamic gaming, entertainment and IT industries. CNNGO's tour through Asia's most dynamic cities makes a stop this month in Seoul, South Korea. A stellar cast of local characters helps us explore the meteropolis and provides insight beyond that of any guidebook.
A rising star in the world of architecture, Jiwon Baik, takes viewers for a stroll through Garosugil, a tree-lined street that's home to artists, hipsters and fashionistas. We head to the hills with Actor/Model Daniel Henney, who shows us a unique and stunning view of the city below. Legendary Korean Photographer Kim JungMan discusses how Seoul has preserved its history. We take a trip through a park that was once a reservoir. We're welcomed by charismatic street performers in Daehakro and also pay tribute to Korean Icon Nam June Paik. And, as if that weren't enough, we also catch-up with one of Korea's biggest pop stars, Lee Hyo-Ree, as well as renowned actress Jeon Do-Yeon.
Minsuk Cho has been shaping Seoul's skyline for more than a decade. A protégé of the Dutch design powerhouse Rem Koolhaas, Cho has now firmly made a name for himself among architects internationally. The award-winning designer is known for his concept-redefining skyscrapers and unusual buildings which can be found in South Korea and the U.S.. The architect also created buzz at the recent 2010 World Expo in Shanghai after designing the alphabet-inspired South Korea Pavilion. Talk Asia’s Anjali Rao traveled to Seoul where Cho showed us some of his city-changing projects and shares his vision of the future of the city. CNN will also once again connect to its audiences on the ground. A CNN kiosk will be built around the Hongdae area for local visitors to learn more about CNN’s programming and receive special CNN memorabilia. Visitors are also invited to help spread the word about CNN’s special coverage for which they will be given an opportunity to visit CNN ‘s Asia Headquarters and Studios in Hong Kong. CNN’s 3rd in-country special in South Korea brings live filming, A-list interviews and in-depth reports to more than 260 million households around the world, while Korean audiences can be sure to gain global insights into how the rest of the world sees the country and its people. More information about the special programming and events can be found @cnninternational or cnn.com/ilist.
About CNN’s extensive Asian coverage in November
From November 8th, CNN redefines its weekday evening primetime line up by launching a brand new hour-long program News Stream at 10pm Korea Time. Hosted by award-winning anchor Kristie Lu Stout, it uses smart, cutting-edge technology to better relate stories with viewers through social media. Next up in the new primetime at 11pm is World Business Today with an hour of insightful business news and analysis. International Desk with Isha Sesay at midnight brings viewers into the heart of the largest newsgathering operation as news stories develop and break.
In addition, CNN also takes its monthly i-List series to four dynamic countries in Asia, devoting no less than four weeks of in-depth coverage on Malaysia, South Korea, Japan and Indonesia with anchors and international correspondents providing live reporting, special packages and features, interviews, exclusives and more.
Airtimes:
iList
November 6 - 12: Special
November 8 – 12: CNN LIVE
CNNGo
Thurseday November 11 at 6:30pm
Friday November 12 at 1:30pm
Saturday November 13 at 3:30pm & 9:30pm
Sunday November 14 at 5:30am & 4:30pm
Monday November 15 at 3:30am & 12:30pm
Talk Asia
Wednesday November 10 at 9:30pm
Thurseday November 11 at 1:30pm
Saturday November 13 at 9:00pm
Sunday November 14 at 6:30pm
Monday November 15 at 7:30am & 5:30pm
Asia Primetime
News Stream every week day at 10pm
World Business Today every week day at 11pm
International Desk every week day at 12am
** The airtime may change without notice.
About CNN:
CNN is the world's leading global 24-hour news network and one of the world’s most respected and trusted sources for news and information. The CNN brand is available to two billion people via 18 CNN branded TV, internet and mobile services produced by CNN Worldwide, a division of Turner Broadcasting System Inc and a Time Warner company. CNN International is the international directorate of CNN Worldwide and distributes news via 14 services in seven different languages. CNN International can be seen in more than 257 million households and hotel rooms in over 200 countries and territories worldwide, including more than 37 million across the Asia Pacific region and online at HYPERLINK "http://www.cnn.com/international" www.cnn.com/international
Background on CNN’s special programming in Korea:
CNN was in Korea in 2007 and again in 2009 with its ‘Eye on South Korea’ series. In both specials, CNN’s award-winning anchor Kristie Lu Stout was live from South Korea featuring A-list interviews (in 2009, the First Lady was interviewed for the first time in Korea by a foreign media) and in depth stories about the country’s leading industries including technology, game, entertainment, automobile, design, leisure and more.
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