I just did a test, and it appears that everything on the sub-tabs under "Search" had at least one airing that was on a favorite channel. So, my unofficial, unscientific test indicates that the "Search" tab may only pre-populate with entries from favorite channels.
However, when looking at the "Recommended Shows" section under the "On Later" tab, I did find several programs that had no airings on my favorite channels. I also recall seeing "New Shows" and "New Seasons" sections containing programs that did not air on a favorite channel in the past. (Presently the only programs listed in those sections are on favorite channels, as the winter mid-season has begun.)