UPC Slovakia launches news package

Liberty Global-owned UPC Slovakia has launched a new TV package of nine news channels, comprising CNN, BBC, CNBC, Euronews, Deutsche Welle, France 24, Russia Today, TV5 and TV8.

The package is available for €1.90 a month for entry package customers, while basic package subscribers will receive the service for free.

The cable operator has also made Russia Today available in its extended basic package.

Separately, UPC Slovakia has added Sony Pictures Television Networks newly branded AXN Black and AXN White to its line-up, replacing the former AXN Sci-Fi and AXN Crime.