Discovery Communications Inc. (DISCA, DISCB) is considering a bid for Scripps Networks Interactive Inc. (SNI), Variety reported Tuesday, citing a source with knowledge of the situation.

The source said the possibility of a bid was discussed at a Discovery board meeting Tuesday, Variety reported.

Scripps shares rose 15.6% after hours to $87.

Full story at http://variety.com/2013/tv/news/discovery-mulling-bid-for-owner-of-food-network-hgtv-exclusive-1200941522/

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