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MEDIA ALERT:

ROGERS MEDIA TELEVISION SPECIALTY HIGHLIGHTS MONDAY, JANUARY 16 – SUNDAY, JANUARY 22

- BIO gets the Royal treatment going behind-the-scenes with Britain’s most famous sister, Pippa Middleton - - The first season of American Horror Story comes to a gripping conclusion in “Afterbirth” on FX - - Marcel’s Quantum Kitchen keeps things heartfelt with an episode honouring volunteer firefighters on OLN –

( - Jan. 13, 2012) BIO. The Biography Channel showcases the life of Britain’s newest socialite and most famous sister, Pippa Middleton with the premiere of an exclusive behind-the- scenes look. After a season full of gripping twists and turns, American Horror Story comes to a stunning conclusion next week in the much speculated season finale on FX Canada. Meanwhile, on OLN, volunteer firefighters are honoured in the latest episode of Marcel’s Quantum Kitchen, along with new episodes of Bear Swamp Recovery, Whisker Wars, and Ghost Hunters.

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Below is a chronological listing of detailed highlights for January 16 – January 22. All programming is subject to change.

BIO. The Biography Channel

Pippa Middleton Biography: Sunday, January 22 at 8pm ET (5pm PT) As viewers around the world tuned in to see commoner Kate Middleton wed one of the world's most eligible bachelors – Prince William of Wales – they quickly became fascinated with Kate's gorgeous maid-of-honour sister, Phillipa "Pippa" Middleton. And while Pippa was seemingly introduced to the world on that famous day in April, she'd actually been cultivating her image and socialite status for years. Pippa has now reached a new level of fame, one that is even trickier to navigate than before the ‘wedding of the century.’

FX Canada

Terriers: Monday, January 16 at 10pm ET (7pm PT) “Pimp Daddy” Britt (Michael Raymond-James) helps a transvestite hooker look into a friend’s death; and Hank (Donal Logue) learns more about Jason (Loren Dean) during his investigation..

FX Movie – The Girl Next Door: Monday, January 16 at 11pm ET (8pm PT) A young man (Emile Hirsch, Into the Wild) is smitten with the beautiful girl (Canadian Elisha Cuthbert, Happy Endings) who moves in next door, and then discovers she is an ex-porn star.

Sons of Anarchy: Tuesday, January 17 at 10pm ET (7pm PT) “Capybara” When one SOA member is arrested for murder and another goes missing, Jax (Charlie Hunnam) must choose between friendship and the club. Meanwhile Abel grows stronger and is soon to be released from the NICU, but he’s not the only one coming home.

FX Movie – Sleeping with the Enemy: Tuesday, January 17 at 11pm ET (8pm PT) A woman (Julia Roberts, Eat Pray Love) is forced to change her looks and her identity, all to escape the most dangerous man she's ever known... her husband (Patrick Bergin, Patriot Games).

American Horror Story**Season Finale**: Wednesday, January 18 at 10pm ET (7pm PT) “Afterbirth” Vivian and Violet settle into their new afterlife as Constance (Jessica Lange) schemes to raise Tate's (Evan Peters) baby as her own.

FX Movie – Sexy Beast: Wednesday, January 18 at 11pm ET (8pm PT) A gangster’s (Ray Winstone, The Departed ) retirement is shattered by the arrival of his nemesis, Don Logan (Ben Kingsley, Shutter Island ), who is intent on persuading him to return to London for one last big job.

Wilfred: Thursday, January 19 at 10pm ET (7pm PT) “Doubt” Ryan (Elijah Wood) begins to suspect that his friendship with Wilfred (Jason Gann) may be self- destructive. Wilfred seems to be undermining Ryan’s attempts to improve his life. So Ryan takes heed when he meets a man who tells him that he “sees and hears” Wilfred as well, and claims it ruined his life.

The League: Thursday, January 19 at 10:30pm ET (7:30pm PT) “The Guest Bong” Pete’s (Mark Duplass) new girlfriend wants to help him with his team lineup; Kevin’s (Stephen Ranazzisi) past at the DA’s office comes back to haunt him; Ruxin (Nick Kroll) runs afoul of his company’s e-mail policy; and autocorrect gets everybody in trouble.

FX Movie – Kiss of the Dragon: Friday, January 20 at 11pm ET (8pm PT) A Chinese government agent arrives in Paris to carry out a sensitive, top-secret mission, but things go horribly wrong when the man he had come to help betrays him. Starring Jet Li (The Expendables) and Bridget Fonda (A Simple Plan).

OLN

Bear Swamp Recovery: Monday, January 16 at 9:30pm ET (6:30pm PT) The team gets a chilly reception and the gloves come off when they reposess a Zamboni at an ice-skating rink. Later, they cruise down the shore to pick up a large yacht and get a surprise from some stowaways who make waves for the crew.

Marcel’s Quantum Kitchen: Tuesday, January 17 at 9pm ET (6pm PT) “The Heat is On” An event honouring volunteer firefighters includes a makeover for the Los Angeles Fire Department Museum and a sampling of firehouse fare. Plus, Marcel whips up inside-out chili, baby back ribs, and a carrot cake that resembles a camp fire.

Ghost Hunters: Wednesday, January 18 at 9pm ET (6pm PT) “Well of Horror” Jason's daughter, Haily, helps the team investigate a historic fort and a prominent hotel.

Whisker Wars: Thursday, January 12 at 9pm ET (6pm PT) “The Beard Circuit” Jack Passion, the reigning Full Beard Natural world champ, rejoins the bearding circuit in time to take on Aarne Bielefeldt, the current national champ.

About BIO. The Biography Channel BIO.The Biography Channel is a specialty television station in Canada that showcases real people, real drama, 24-hours a day. Offering an entertaining mix of biographies, reality series, documentaries and films; giving viewers behind-the-scenes and up close and personal access to today’s hottest celebrities, movers and shakers and pop culture icons. Available to and satellite customers, The Biography Channel in Canada is owned by Rogers Broadcasting Limited, a division of Inc. (TSX: RCI and NYSE: RCI) which is a diversified Canadian communications and media company. For more information visit www.thebiographychannel.ca.

About FX Canada FX Canada is a digital that delivers critically-acclaimed dramas and hit comedies, including FX original series American Horror Story, Wilfred, The League, Lights Out, Terriers and Sons of Anarchy. Delivering compelling entertainment to Canadians, FX Canada’s unique content also features movies and original Canadian programming. FX Canada is a part of Rogers Broadcasting Limited, a division of Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX: RCI and NYSE: RCI) which is a diversified Canadian communications and media company.

About OLN OLN is a specialty television station in Canada offering viewers a one-stop destination for adrenaline pumping action and adventure entertainment. Larger than life personalities take viewers on intense and rugged journeys across Canada and the world in pursuit of knowledge, competition and prey. Original Canadian reality, adventure, and travel series along with US acquired programming provides viewers with different perspectives on the world around them unearthing new and exhilarating adventures at every turn. OLN is a part of Rogers Broadcasting Limited, a division of Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX: RCI and NYSE: RCI) which is a diversified Canadian communications and media company. For more information visit www.OLN.ca.

Media Contacts: Meghan Hardy, FX Canada, OLN, Bio, 416.764.3197, [email protected] Sónia Brum, FX Canada, OLN, Bio, 416.7964.3194, [email protected]