Balitanghali, GMA Integrated News’ flagship midday program, turned 20 this November, cementing its status as the country’s longest-running noon-time newscast on free television.
Launched on Nov. 11, 2005, the program has long been positioned as the “News Authority sa Tanghali,” serving millions who rely on credible, accurate, and useful information at the height of their day. For viewers, it has been a dependable “kasalo” for two decades, delivering the latest reports as stories unfold.
Anchors Connie Sison and Raffy Tima lead the program’s daily coverage, steering audiences through major developments from local and international fronts. Aubrey Carampel delivers showbiz and lifestyle updates, while regional correspondents Cris Zuñiga in Dagupan, Cecille Quibod-Castro in Cebu, and Sarah Hilomen-Velasco in Davao contribute stories from the regions.
“For the past two decades, Balitanghali has resonated deeply with the Filipino people because our news reports reflect the everyday realities they experience,” Connie said. “We shine a light on the stories and issues that matter most to ordinary Filipinos, presenting every angle so our viewers can form their own well-informed opinions.”
Raffy noted the program’s push for agility and depth. “Balitanghali has always been at the forefront of breaking news stories. But the newscast has not shied away from investigative, feature, and special reports—always keeping up with the demands of the times and the interests of its viewers. We have also made extensive use of technology, for which GMA Integrated News is well known.”
Senior vice president and head of GMA Integrated News, Regional TV, and Synergy Oliver Victor B. Amoroso praised the entire team’s consistency through the years.
“Balitanghali’s two-decade milestone is a testament to the unwavering dedication of its entire team to journalistic integrity and public service,” he said. “As the News Authority sa Tanghali, Balitanghali embodies the very core of GMA Integrated News: providing credible sources, accurate fact-checking, and information that is truly useful to our viewers.”
Balitanghali’s history is marked by awards that recognize its reporting and public service. It received multiple Catholic Mass Media Awards for coverage of Bagyong Ulysses and the Taal Volcano eruption; the Gandingan Award for its development-oriented story “Bantay Kalikasan: Used Face Masks in Batangas Coral Reefs”; several Anak TV Seal Awards for being child-friendly; and the Wind Vane Award from DOST-PAGASA for its role in communicating weather information. Early in its run, it also earned the 1st MTRCB Award for Best News Program.
Balitanghali airs weekdays at 11:00 a.m. on GTV and streams on the YouTube channels of GMA Integrated News and GMA Regional TV. Global viewers can tune in via GMA News TV.
