Scripps Announces Deals for its HD Channels

KNOXVILLE,
June 28: Scripps Networks is launching high-definition channels in the U.S. and
in Japan.

Food Network
HD will launch in the U.S. on June 30, joining HGTV HD as Scripps' second
high-definition network to launch in the last three months.

In addition,
Scripps Networks has made its first international high- definition programming
agreement with Japan News Broadcasting Corporation, a subsidiary of the Fox
International Group, Inc., which is part of the FOX Entertainment Group. The
deal brings high-definition programming from HGTV, Food Network and FINE LIVING
TV NETWORK to the Foxlife Channel in Japan.

Among the
high-definition programs which will be seen in Japan are Extreme Homes of
Europe, Offbeat
America, reZoned and Small Space/Big Style from HGTV; Everyday Italian, Good Deal with Dave Lieberman and Giada's Italian Holiday from Food Network; and Dwell from FINE LIVING.

“The number of
high-definition sets in Japan continues to increase, therefore we have to
increase the programming we offer,” said Yoshitsugu Koizumi, the senior vice
president/general manager of News Broadcasting Co., Ltd. “We're thrilled to be
able to offer our viewers something other than the typical sports and movies
programming.”

“We're seeing
a surge in the popularity of high definition worldwide,” said Kristen Jordan,
the Sr. VP of international development for Scripps Networks. “International
broadcasters are seeking high- definition programming that is not only
beautiful but also substantive, offering both entertainment and information.
Scripps Networks has a large catalog of programming to offer from all of our
lifestyle brands that meet this need.”