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CNN names ex-BBC director general Mark Thompson as CEO

Former BBC director-general Mark Thompson is CNN’s new CEO (James Manning/PA)

Wed, 30 Aug, 2023 - 14:19

AP Reporters

US media giant CNN is bringing in former BBC director general Mark Thompson in an attempt to turn around its fortunes.

Parent company Warner Bros Discovery announced on Wednesday that Thompson will be the new chair and CEO of CNN Worldwide.

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