CNN are opportunists

just_do_IT · #1 20th Mar 03, 03:51 AM

I noticed this some time ago, but tonight I have to say something. CNN is now collecting money for video downloads!!

Seems odd to me that when this whole Iraq interest started, CNN decides to make some money and charge for information that some people I am sure are unable to access any other way than internet.

However, MSNBC is still allowing free downloads of video! And after switching between channels for a few hours, imo MSNBC is giving better coverage of the unfolding events in Iraq.

Leech · #2 24th Mar 03, 02:55 AM

It's just another way for the "Liberal" station to make money .. I hate "CNN", which is why I watch "Fox News"

Cyberion · #3 24th Mar 03, 04:48 AM

I noticed that too.

CNN Premium they call it.

tubebuoy · #4 24th Mar 03, 05:01 AM

I'm no fan of CNN (Clinton News Network) but in all fairness, they joined forces with Real One months ago.

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MinnesotaKid · #5 24th Mar 03, 05:27 AM

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Originally posted by trminatr@Mar 19 2003, 09:51 PM
I noticed this some time ago, but tonight I have to say something. CNN is now collecting money for video downloads!!

Seems odd to me that when this whole Iraq interest started, CNN decides to make some money and charge for information that some people I am sure are unable to access any other way than internet.

However, MSNBC is still allowing free downloads of video! And after switching between channels for a few hours, imo MSNBC is giving better coverage of the unfolding events in Iraq.

In point of fact, CNN has been charging for online video for some months now, as does ABC. This has not just been the policy since the war began. I give CNN the right to make money, but had hoped they might suspend the 'pay-to-view' during the war.

I don't have cable or satellite tv. When the networks are not showing coverage, my best choice has been the BBC. They have live 24/7 video coverage.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/