TV Venezuela to Debut on DIRECTV PARA TODOS(R) Programming Service

TV Venezuela to Debut on DIRECTV PARA TODOS(R) Programming Service

New Channel Will be Exclusive Source of Best News and Entertainment TV Programming From Home for Venezuelans in the U.S.

EL SEGUNDO, Calif., Nov. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- For the first time, the best of Venezuela's televised news and entertainment programming will be available to Venezuelans living in the United States via a new channel -- TV Venezuela -- exclusively for DIRECTV PARA TODOS(R) programming customers.

The new channel is part of DIRECTV's (NYSE:DTV) ongoing effort to bring the best Spanish-language programming to U.S. Hispanics from their country of origin.

Launching in December, TV Venezuela was developed by SUR Corp. through an exclusive multi-year agreement with DIRECTV, which will package a wide range of programming, including entertainment, news, variety programs, comedy and sports coverage, from Venezuela's top-rated stations. Programming will include popular channels such as GLOBOVISION and Radio Caracas, as well as other regional content.

"There is currently no other channel like TV Venezuela available to Venezuelans living in the United States," said Mark Ryan, senior director, Marketing, DIRECTV PARA TODOS(R). "There is a rapidly growing Venezuela-born population in the United States who want relevant programming to maintain their strong emotional connection to their home country. For Venezuelans, like others from Spanish-speaking countries who now live in the United States, DIRECTV PARA TODOS(R) will be their exclusive source for programming from home."

About DIRECTV, Inc.

DIRECTV is the nation's leading digital television service provider with 15 million customers. DIRECTV, the Cyclone Design logo and DIRECTV PARA TODOS are registered trademarks of DIRECTV, Inc. DIRECTV (NYSE:DTV), a world-leading provider of digital multichannel television entertainment services, is approximately 34 percent owned by News Corporation Ltd.

About DIRECTV PARA TODOS(R) Programming

Launched in October 1999, the DIRECTV PARA TODOS(R) service offers the most comprehensive Spanish- and English-language programming available at an affordable price. The service provides access to more than 50 Spanish-language channels* including sports, movies, music, news and educational networks and 210 English-language channels of DIRECTV(R) programming, featuring the largest selection of pay per view choices and sports programming available. *Includes English-language broadcast channels with alternate Spanish audio.

TV Venezuela Programming Lineup

GLOBOVISION

GLOBOVISION is one of Venezuela's top-rated channels. Dedicated to 24 hours of news and information, it is an important source of information for Venezuelans and the world, as well as for other media outlets in and out of Venezuela.

NOTICIAS GLOBOVISION

Features frequent daily news broadcasts as well as live transmissions from the site of news events. Hosts: Gladys Rodriguez, Carla Angola, Alejandro Marcano, Juan Eleazar Figallo and Ana Karina Villalba.

PRIMERA PAGINA

The most important informative and discussion show for Venezuelans in the morning, offering news on national and international events, sports, entertainment and public affairs. Hosts: Aymara Lorenzo, Jose Vicente Antonetti, Roberto Giusti, Julio Cesar Pineda, Rebecca Moreno and Andreina Gandica.

Y KICO

An interview show with an informal format. Topics of the day are discussed with professionalism and humor. Host: Kico Bauptista.

ALO CIUDADANO

This show is transmitted simultaneously via radio and TV with participation from the audience. It reviews breaking news, along with interviews of key figures and provides the audience with a forum to speak. Hosts: Leopoldo Castillo, Maria Isabel Parraga, Jose Francisco Rivera, and Verioska Velasco.

GRADO 33

A show that investigates, discusses and informs about the hidden details of the news. Hosts: Norberto Mazza and Maria Elena Lavaud.

TITULARES DE MANANA

TITULARES DE MANANA presents, exclusively, next-day national and international newspaper headlines. Host: Pedro Luis Flores.

UD. LO VIO

A show offering a synopsis of the most relevant weekly news from Venezuela and the world. Host: Alejandro Marcano

ENTRE NOTICIAS

An informative morning, weekend magazine. Hosts analyze news and events that occur in Venezuela and the world. Featuring interviews and discussions about health, nutrition, entertainment, and other important topics. Host: Diana Carolina Ruiz.

ASI COCINA SOUCY

A show about culture and gastronomy. The show also features pieces on gastronomical and exotic tourist spots in and out of the country. Host: Hector Soucy.

DEPORTES GLOBOVISION

A informative show about national and international sports. Host: Aloys Marin.

ALTA DENSIDAD

Reviews of the latest developments on technology, telecommunications, computing and the Internet. Host: Carlos Monzon.

BIOGRAFIAS

A cultural magazine that features biographies of important Venezuelans that have contributed to society and national life. Host: Macky Arenas

FUN RACE

A recreational show that spotlights fun, emotion and rustic races in the most challenging zones. Host: Adriana Arevalo.

REPORTEROS

Special show that features in-depth discussions of the most important news events of the week in Venezuela and the world.

YO PROMETO

A political affairs interview show. The guest of the week is interviewed by Nitu Perez Osuna.

35 MM

A specialized entertainment show on movies and behind the scenes. The show features information on well-known Hollywood actors and directors, as well as new releases for the big screen. Host: Victor X.

FARANDULEANDO

An entertainment show that reviews stars, events, music and actors happenings at the national and international levels. Host: Rebecca Moreno.

EMISION JUVENIL
Youthful news broadcast about Venezuela's and international events.

LOS NINOS EN LA CALLE

Informative and entertaining show about teens interviewing people on the streets.

TELE N's PROGRAMMING

A channel with programming from Zulia's state; the second most important state in Venezuela. Shows are mostly news broadcast and discussion, with the most reliable and complete regional coverage.

NOTICIEROS DEPORTIVOS DE MERIDIANO TELEVISION

Meridiano Television is a specialized sports channel featuring a daily summary of the best events in national sports.

EL RESUELVE

Morning show dedicated to family entertainment for all ages and families. Contests, music, fun and laughter.

REYNA DE CORAZONES

Super famous TV's soap opera that conquered ratings on its debut in Venezuela.

RADIO ROCHELA

One of the pioneer comedy shows of television worldwide. Political satires; a sharp and fun view of the country.

AJI DULCE

This show features celebrities in the most private and surprising circumstances.

LOCO VIDEO LOCO

Candid and humorous situations are portrayed on this show; taking pedestrians by surprise who naively and wittily respond.

DE BOCA EN BOCA
The best gossip of the national and international artistic world.

LA CASA DE LAS SORPRESAS

The artist of the day receives many great surprises. Receiving visits from childhood friends, past lovers, never before seen videos, among others in an hour of fun and tears.

Source: DIRECTV, Inc.

CONTACT: Robert Mercer of DIRECTV, Inc., +1-310-726-4683

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