News Release For Immediate Release

AETN All Asia Networks and Media Development Authority Announce Search for a HISTORY  Host and New Co-Investment Partnership

Singapore, 29 July 2009 – AETN All Asia Networks (AAA Networks), Media Development Authority of Singapore (MDA) and Beach House Pictures today launched an open call throughout Asia to search for an Asian host for a 4 x 1 hour programme, to be aired on HISTORY . The successful host will stand to win US$10,000 and host at least four episodes of the series which will uncover some of the secrets and fascinating stories from the lesser-known parts of Asia. Interested applicants are invited to apply via www.historyasia.com before 15 September 2009.

AAA Networks also announced the commission of a 6 x 30 minutes series, which will be aired on the Crime & Investigation Network. To be helmed by Singapore company Very!, the series will examine the crucial roles and tools used in crime solving.

These two original series kick off a two-year Co-investment partnership between AAA Networks and MDA to support Singapore-based media companies in the production of series or one-off specials, complete with digital media components to offer a 360° viewing experience, for HISTORY , The Biography Channel  and Crime & Investigation Network  - branded channels distributed by AAA Networks.

Said Louis Boswell, General Manager, AAA Networks: “We are extremely pleased to announce this partnership with the MDA for co-investment in original programme productions. We have high hopes for the two series which are already commissioned and particularly look forward to seeing the first Asian host on one of our productions.”

1 Added Dr Christopher Chia, Chief Executive Officer, MDA: “This collaboration with AAA Networks will help Singapore companies to leverage digital media and adopt a 360° approach in creating original intellectual properties for multiple platforms and formats. It is also an opportunity for Singapore media talents to develop compelling content and stories of varied genres for today’s international audience.”

Make It On HISTORY - Search for a HISTORY  Host Are you a great storyteller, great with people, and think you would be great on camera? Then you could Make It On HISTORY as the Asian Host of a brand new series, which will share hidden stories of Asia’s unique history. The successful host will win US$10,000 and host at least four episodes of the series. Interested candidates are invited to submit applications via www.historyasia.com by 15 September 2009. Please see Annex A for the submission criteria.

Search for Programme Proposals Do you have a proposal or a great story in mind? Singapore-based production companies interested to pitch programme proposals which fit HISTORY, The Biography Channel, and Crime & Investigation Network under the Co-Investment slate are invited to contact Chris Humphrey, Executive Producer, AAA Networks, at [email protected] for more information and submission details.

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For media queries, please contact:

Tessa Monteiro (Ms) Rosanne Lo (Ms) Manager, Communications AETN All Asia Networks Media Development Authority Tel: +65 6837 8930 Tel: +65 9726 3152 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

For programming and production information, please contact:

Michele Schofield (Ms) AETN All Asia Networks Tel: +65 6837 8922 Email: [email protected]

2 About Media Development Authority of Singapore Formed in 2003, the Media Development Authority of Singapore (MDA) plays a vital role in transforming Singapore into a Global Media City and positioning it at the forefront of the digital media age. MDA spearheads initiatives that promote developments in film, video, television, radio, publishing, music, games, animation, media services and Interactive Digital Media. At the same time, in ensuring clear and consistent regulatory policies and guidelines, MDA helps to foster a pro-business environment for industry players and increase media choices for consumers. For more information, visit www.mda.gov.sg and www.smf.sg.

About HISTORY™ and HISTORY HD™ HISTORY™ and HISTORY HD™ are leading destinations for revealing, award-winning original non-fiction series and event-driven specials that connect history with viewers in an informative, immersive and entertaining manner across multiple platforms. Programming covers a diverse variety of historical genres ranging from military history to contemporary history, technology to natural history, as well as science, archaeology and pop culture. Among the network's program offerings are hit series such as Dogfights , Battle 360 , The Universe , and Monster Quest , as well as acclaimed specials including , China’s First Emperor , Einstein and Lost Book of Nostradamus . For more information, please visit http://www.historyasia.com.

About The Biography Channel® The Biography Channel (BIO) features real stories about real people and their real lives up close and personal, always unfiltered. BIO is the home to the Emmy-Award wining Biography  series profiling personalities from Hollywood stars to historical figures, world leaders, business tycoons, artists, monarchs, musicians, and athletes. BIO also offers real-life series, a compelling genre which takes viewers into the chaotic and offbeat lives of some truly unique and compelling characters and offers an exclusive window into the lives of ordinary people with extraordinary stories. Real people, real lives, real life stories, only on The Biography Channel. For more information, please visit http://www.biochannelasia.com.

About Crime & Investigation Network™ Real crime, real people, real drama. Crime & Investigation Network (CI) is the ultimate destination for viewers looking to unearth the real story behind headlines. It is a place where true crime pulls us into a fascinating world. Here, the smallest detail can be an explosive clue and the world’s best detectives match wits with master criminals. Viewers join in, track the investigation, solve the puzzle, and gain insights into the criminal mind. In the end, as the last piece falls into place, we know that justice is served. For more information, please visit http://www.citvasia.com.

About AETN All Asia Networks AETN All Asia Networks Pte. Ltd. (AAA Networks) is a joint venture between A&E Television Networks (AETN) and ASTRO All Asia Entertainment Networks Limited – a subsidiary of ASTRO ALL ASIA NETWORKS plc (ASTRO). AAA Networks builds and operates branded channels and services across South East Asia, Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan. Headquartered in Singapore, AAA Networks also has operations in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. AAA Networks currently distributes HISTORY , HISTORY HD , Crime & Investigation Network and The Biography Channel in the Asia region.

3 Annex A: Search for a HISTORY Host

MAKE IT ON HISTORY

Do You Know your Qing from your Ming? Your Sukarno from your Suharto? AND have a personality for TV?

Are you a great storyteller, great with people, and think you’d be great on camera? Then you could make it on HISTORY!

HISTORY is going to uncover some fascinating parts of Asia with a brand new series and they need just the right host to do it. Visit historyasia.com and apply to be a part of HISTORY.

Applicant should be: • At least 25 yrs or older, and of Asian heritage • Able to speak English clearly as a first language • Be comfortable on camera, approachable and have a knack for interacting with new people • Intelligent, curious, investigative, spontaneous, a sense of adventure that is balanced with an authority to inform • Possibly having past work or life experience which ‘qualifies’ them to present fascinating stories of Asian history. • Must be available for shooting in four locations within Asia between November 2009 – January 2010 for approximately eight weeks of shooting. All expenses will be covered during shooting, including travel. • Finalists may be required to attend an audition in a major Southeast Asia city at their own expense if auditions are not held within their city of residence. Audition locations determined by locale of finalists.

The Successful Host will: • Win US$10,000 prize money • Host at least four episodes of an original production for HISTORY Asia • Travel to different parts of Asia to share hidden stories of Asia’s unique history.

Want To Enter? Submit the following via www.historyasia.com by 15 September 2009: • A colour headshot of yourself • Upload a video - no longer than 3 minutes - presenting a piece of little-known but interesting history from your town or city. • Applicants may also include samples of any prior TV/ on-camera experience also (but this is not mandatory) • Tell us why you want to Make It On History.

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