I've notice that many of the well detailed news reports or documentaries for that matter about an African country, Asia or the Middle East seem to be reported or told by British reporters. I've always wondered why. I'm not sure if it has something to do with the British Empire or colonialism. Its just a question I had in mind.
Anyone else noticed?
2006-06-27 11:57:47 · 11 answers · asked by lisa 3 in News & Events ➔ Media & Journalism
Maybe CNN should watch BBC to see how the news can be broadcast quite a bit deeper. And BBC also spends much less time on superficial stories.
2006-07-07 04:04:20 · answer #1 · answered by OldGringo 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
A few reasons. At one time Great Britain had colonies all over the world, and the United Kingdom has the BBC, which is dedicated to reporting foreign news and is not so much governed by the profit motive. The BBC is supported by the British government and doesn't have to worry about breaking even or making a profit.
2006-07-08 12:14:37 · answer #2 · answered by MTSU history student 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think for the most part, British people just seem to be more informed about the world. I am an American..and I bet most British people could give me a good go round on our own history...and I've studied it. Probably they have maintained an interest in Africa because of colonization...there is still alot of business they have there...
2006-06-27 17:27:39 · answer #3 · answered by loubean 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
couple of reasons... Britain at one time or another owned almost all the middle east, about 1/3 of africa and parts of asia... most of this is still part of the british commonwealth wiht the queen nominally as head of state
another reason is because the BBC is the largest broadcasting journalism entity on the planet, this is why it costs 100 dollars a year to own a tv set in england.... (not worth it in my opinion)
2006-06-27 12:01:56 · answer #4 · answered by mojopez 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Probably because, their country is so filthy rich, they support them financially in every way, better, then Americans, can. It was the English, who discovered America! And I'm related to a gentleman, who came over on the "Mayflower" his name was John Alden. The irony of that is, my daughter and I came across an old diary book, at a "Yard-sale" that "Remember patience whipple" wrote, while on her journey, on the Mayflower, and she talks about John being hot on one of the ladies aboard, etc... Its so cool !! But, England's always been first, and they will most likely always be one step ahead of us, American's. I'm cool with that !! I have alot of "Respect" for the Brittish!! Their very intelligent people! Look, at all the Best Classic Rockers, most from England, but I'm also very proud to say: "Aerosmith" is from America !! And they are still one fine group !!! Love, love,love Steven Tylor !! And his daughter "Liv"!! The English, are on it, thats all I have to say about that!!!
2006-07-07 08:12:13 · answer #5 · answered by Hmg♥Brd 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Along with the intelligent and accurate answer from the A team , I would like to suggest that we Americans are so stuck on our own importance that we "Just don't give a damn!"
2006-06-27 13:57:59 · answer #6 · answered by bugsie 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
most of the areas were british colonies, so they have a good relationship already
2006-07-09 08:12:18 · answer #7 · answered by navyaug84 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is because most of the social up-heavels are taking place in this region only,that is the reason for coverage.
2006-07-07 19:21:07 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is it possible that BBC news is less ratings conscious than it's American equivalent?
2006-07-07 03:54:32 · answer #9 · answered by Jo B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
our reporters are more concern about terrorists.
2006-06-27 12:57:29 · answer #10 · answered by 2feEThigh 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋