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The American Egg Board and LATINO Magazine Celebrate Hispanic Culture and Cuisine at GUSTO New York

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NEW YORK, Oct. 27, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The American Egg Board (AEB), the marketing arm of the U.S. egg industry, and LATINO Magazine last night hosted key members of the Latino community, New York media and America’s egg farmers at GUSTO New York — a celebration of Latino culture and cuisine featuring eggs.

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The exclusive networking event at the Hilton Midtown drew several hundred guests to sample Latino-inspired egg dishes created by executive chefs and to mingle with AEB senior staff and America’s egg farmers as part of AEB’s outreach to New York’s Latino community and families.

“The role of food in Latino culture is well known and eggs are a dietary staple in Latino households, so it was important to engage with our Latino community,” said Anne L. Alonzo, President and CEO of the American Egg Board.

“For Hispanics, the cooking and sharing of meals are a part of our culture. Latinos want the best for their families. Eggs provide an affordable source of high-quality protein and other important nutrients. Eggs are a delicious, nutritious and affordable way for Latinos to please and nourish their loved ones,” said Alonzo.

Latinos are among the largest consumers of eggs. In fact, Latinos represent 58% of the year-over-year growth in egg purchases. “The influence of Hispanic culture in America today is increasing dramatically, and nowhere is this more evident than in cuisine. We want to showcase these contributions,” Alonzo said.

For more about GUSTO, please visit IncredibleEgg.org/Gusto.

About the American Egg Board (AEB)
Home of the Incredible Egg, the AEB is the U.S. egg industry’s national commodity marketing board. AEB’s mission is to increase demand for eggs and egg products through research, education and promotion. The AEB’s Egg Nutrition Center is the country’s largest repository of egg nutrition research. AEB is located in Chicago, IL. All activities are subject to USDA approval. For more, visit www.aeb.org.

 

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Stand Up To Cancer And Major League Baseball Hit Home With Powerful New PSA – “Whatever It Takes”

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Stand Up To Cancer And Major League Baseball Hit Home With Powerful New PSA - "Whatever It Takes"

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Oct. 27, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) is set to launch a new public service announcement (PSA) campaign in collaboration with SU2C Founding Donor Major League Baseball. The PSA, titled “Whatever It Takes,” features Major League players and moments from MLB’s Championship Season that underscore the message that the end of the fight against cancer is unlikely to come from a single “home run,” but rather will be the result of numerous and smaller, yet meaningful, scientific advancements that keep the fight moving forward. The broadcast PSA will debut Saturday, Oct. 28, during Game Four of the 2017 World Series. Continuing a proud tradition that launched in 2011, the 113th Fall Classic will feature a moving tribute in the form of the “SU2C Placard Moment” following the end of the 5th inning.  Thousands of fans in the ballpark will hold cards to honor those currently in the fight or who have been lost to cancer. MLB and its 30 Clubs are the founding donors of SU2C, committing $43 million to date to SU2C’s innovative cancer research.

Stand Up To Cancer And Major League Baseball Hit Home With Powerful New PSA - "Whatever It Takes"

In addition to the broadcast PSAs, a print PSA will be launched that features images of Major Leaguers Jason Kipnis (Cleveland Indians), Michael A. Taylor (Washington Nationals), and Yasmani Grandal (Los Angeles Dodgers).  In both PSAs, the players, each of whom appeared in the 2017 MLB Postseason, prepare to drop down bunts alongside photos of 10-year-old cancer survivor Jacob Teel of Delight, AR, and 33-year-old cancer survivor Dalia Margolis of Los Angeles, CA.

Teel, who has battled cancer three times in his young life and was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia at the age of 3, became an instant media sensation after appearing in the All-Star Legends and Celebrity Softball Game this past July during MLB All-Star Week in Miami.  Teel hit a single and scored the first run for his team after MLB Network Analyst and former MLB All-Star Pitcher Al Leiter asked Teel to pinch hit for him. Margolis was diagnosed with synovial sarcoma in 2005 when she was 22. She underwent multiple rounds of chemotherapy and was declared cancer-free in 2006.

“Major League Baseball is proud that our partnership with Stand Up To Cancer is a prominent part of the celebration surrounding jewel events,” said Baseball Commissioner Robert D. Manfred, Jr. “We hope that launching this new public service announcement campaign alongside this year’s World Series Stand Up moment will give added attention to the cause.  Due to the great support from our fans, Clubs and players, Baseball continues the fight against this horrible disease.”

“The leadership, compassion and generous commitment MLB has demonstrated and made is absolutely extraordinary,” said SU2C Co-Founder Rusty Robertson. “For nearly a decade, MLB has been one of our biggest allies in leading a national movement for cutting-edge research and innovative cancer treatments to save lives. The sight of 50,000 people of all walks of life standing shoulder to shoulder with players, coaches, broadcasters, and owners, holding signs in honor of loved ones, has become one of the most indelible and moving tributes in all of sports and pop culture. It underscores how this terrible disease affects everyone, and it will take a powerful movement to end it.”

As a metaphor to describe the cancer research work being done by scientists and doctors worldwide to make discoveries that will advance new treatments, the PSA uses MLB game footage of several players executing one of baseball’s simplest, yet often effective, plays – the bunt (opposed to hitting the big home run) – to drive home the game-winning run.

Washington Nationals center fielder Michael Taylor said: “I am honored to be included in this Stand Up To Cancer campaign, and proud to help Major League Baseball in supporting this worthy cause. Unfortunately, it seems we’ve all had our lives touched by cancer in one way or another. I admire the strength and perseverance of all who go through that battle, and those committed to finding a cure.”

Cleveland Indians second baseman Jason Kipnis said: “I’m proud to participate in MLB’s SU2C campaign – with my mother’s illness and witnessing what Mike Aviles’ young daughter, Adriana, went through, I’m eager to assist any way I can to eliminate this awful disease.”

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Yasmani Grandal said: “I’m appreciative of everything MLB is doing in the fight against cancer, and I’m honored to be included in Stand Up To Cancer’s campaign. My wife and I had a dear friend recently diagnosed with stage 4 non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, and we’re proud to stand with her and do what we can to support others in their battle against this horrible disease.”

The PSA features the message: “As we continue to swing for the fences, at Stand Up To Cancer we know that any advancement can bring someone home. Stand up for the 16 million people living with cancer in the U.S. and Canada. Visit StandUpToCancer.org.” The TV, print and radio creative was developed by San Francisco-based Duncan Channon, a two-time Ad Age Small Agency of the Year (2016 and 2017).

While we have made significant progress, there is much left to do in the fight against cancer. The disease still affects 1 in 2 men and 1 and 3 women in the U.S.

Since SU2C’s launch in 2008, Major League Baseball has provided year-round promotional support, including featured spotlights during the World Series, the MLB All-Star Game and many other individual games and activities throughout the year.

About the Stand Up To Cancer Initiative
Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) raises funds to accelerate the pace of research to get new therapies to patients quickly and save lives now. SU2C, a division of the Entertainment Industry Foundation (EIF), a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, was established in 2008 by film and media leaders who utilize the industry’s resources to engage the public in supporting a new, collaborative model of cancer research, and to increase awareness about cancer prevention as well as progress being made in the fight against the disease. As SU2C’s scientific partner, the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) and a Scientific Advisory Committee led by Nobel Laureate Phillip A. Sharp, PhD, conduct rigorous, competitive review processes to identify the best research proposals to recommend for funding, oversee grants administration, and provide expert review of research progress.

Current members of the SU2C Council of Founders and Advisors (CFA) include Katie Couric, Sherry Lansing, Lisa Paulsen, Rusty Robertson, Sue Schwartz, Pamela Oas Williams, Ellen Ziffren, and Kathleen Lobb. The late Laura Ziskin and the late Noreen Fraser are also co-founders. Sung Poblete, PhD, RN, has served as SU2C’s president and CEO since 2011.

For more information on Stand Up To Cancer, visit www.StandUpToCancer.org.

About MLB
MLB is the most historic professional sports league in the United States and consists of 30 member clubs in the U.S. and Canada, representing the highest level of professional baseball. It is the best-attended sport in North America, and since 2004, MLB has enjoyed its best-attended seasons in the history of the game. Led by Commissioner Robert D. Manfred, Jr., MLB currently features record levels of labor peace, competitive balance and industry revenues, as well as the most comprehensive drug-testing program in American professional sports. MLB remains committed to making an impact in the communities of the U.S., Canada and throughout the world, perpetuating the sport’s larger role in society and permeating every facet of baseball’s business, marketing and community relations endeavors. With the continued success of MLB Advanced Media and MLB Network, MLB continues to find innovative ways for its fans to enjoy America’s National Pastime and a truly global game. For more information on MLB, visit www.MLB.com.

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Statement of Stacey D. Stewart, President, March of Dimes on Declaration of Public Health Emergency on Opioid Epidemic

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WASHINGTON, Oct. 26, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The March of Dimes released the following statement from President Stacey Stewart regarding the White House declaration of a public health emergency in the ongoing opioids epidemic:

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“The March of Dimes commends President Trump for declaring a public health emergency in the opioid epidemic that has swept our nation, destroying the lives of countless Americans.  We must do everything in our power to end the scourge of opioid abuse. This is an important first step that must be followed up with a sustained effort, including additional federal funding.

“The March of Dimes urges our leaders to pay special attention to the toll of opioids on pregnant women and their children.  Use of opioids during pregnancy can cause infants to be born exposed to these drugs, who then experience the ravages of withdrawal in the first days and weeks of life.  It is imperative that we make it as easy as possible for pregnant women exposed to opioids to come forward and receive treatment.

“Too many opioid treatment programs refuse to treat pregnant women.  Instead, treatment of pregnant women should be a top priority to protect their health and the health of their babies.  While some progress is being made in this area, the federal government should target funding and other resources to this area to accelerate its pace. Moreover, policymakers should avoid punitive measures in favor of those that help women get the treatment they need.

“No infant should enter the world by experiencing drug withdrawal.  Pregnant women and their babies deserve to receive treatment and recovery support. The March of Dimes looks forward to working with the Administration in this critical effort to protect the health of all women and children.”

About March of Dimes

The March of Dimes is the leading nonprofit organization for pregnancy and baby health. For more than 75 years, moms and babies have benefited from March of Dimes research, education, vaccines, and breakthroughs.

For the latest resources and health information, visit our websites marchofdimes.org and nacersano.org. To participate in our annual signature fundraising event, visit marchforbabies.org. If you have been affected by prematurity or birth defects, visit our shareyourstory.org community to find comfort and support. For detailed national, state and local perinatal statistics, visit persistats.org. You can also find us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter.

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Teamster Leaders Join Port Truck Drivers In Supporting Jobs, Clean Air Reforms

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WASHINGTON, Oct. 26, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Teamster leaders and port truck drivers fighting for their employee rights with the help of the Teamsters announced their support today for measures that would take steps to address the broken employment system that exists in port trucking and empower local ports to reduce pollution, mitigate traffic congestion, heighten highway safety and improve efficiency.

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At a press conference on Capitol Hill this morning, Teamster leaders and port drivers said two separate bills introduced by Reps. Grace Napolitano (D-Calif.) and Jerrold Nadler (D-N.Y.) would address the shadowy world of truck leasing exposed in a USA Today report earlier this year while also empowering local ports to clean up their acts – all without putting the burden on the backs of the truck drivers.

“For years, port truck drivers across the country have been forced to work long hours, often exceeding maximum hours of service set by the U.S. to keep America safe, in order to pay the company to lease and maintain their truck,” said Fred Potter, Vice President-at-Large at the Teamsters and Director of the Teamsters’ Port Division. “Rep. Napolitano’s bill would create a taskforce to review the broken system and crack down on bad actors.”

Meanwhile, Rep. Nadler’s legislation would modernize federal trucking rules to empower local ports to require ports address truck pollution and congestion at such facilities. Such requirements, said Teamsters Local 848 Secretary-Treasurer Eric Tate, are long overdue. “In the current inefficient port industry, drivers are often forced to idle for hours at marine terminals in trucks spewing filth into the air,” he said. “The ports need the ability to clean up harbor communities with the ability to own the retailers, not the drivers, accountable for necessary changes that would clean the air.”

Daniel “Seko” Uaina, a driver at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, said he is glad lawmakers are trying to address the challenges drivers like him are facing. “We are trying to keep food on the table and a roof over our heads,” he said. “I’m glad Congress is getting involved to improve workers’ lives.”

Founded in 1903, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters represents 1.4 million hardworking men and women throughout the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. Visit www.teamster.org for more information. Follow us on Twitter @Teamsters and “like” us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/teamsters.

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Wounded Warrior Project Helps Veterans in Puerto Rico

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SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, Oct. 26, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Hurricane Maria roared ashore in Puerto Rico on the morning of Wednesday, Sept. 20. The powerful storm packed sustained winds of more than 150 mph, whipping through an island nation already impacted by another hurricane just weeks earlier.

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As the sun rose, the island of more than 3 million people – including about 75,000 veterans – discovered terrible devastation. Puerto Rico’s electric grid was in shambles. More than three weeks after Maria, the utility that provides water to 97 percent of the island struggles to meet demand.

Puerto Rico veterans have played a significant role in the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. More than 700 injured veterans and family members on the island are registered with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). Like much of Puerto Rico, they have all been impacted by the hurricane.

WWP sent staff to the island recently and is focused on sending more people and supplies in coming weeks. Armed with food, water, hygiene kits, and baby formula, WWP staff Jonathan Pruden and Helbert Asparillo joined veterans Frankie Perez and German Rivera on a humanitarian mission. Thanks to the generous donations of the American public, they are able to crisscross the island, targeting small neighborhoods not yet reached by larger agencies.

“We have been focused on helping as many people as we can,” said Jonathan Pruden, WWP warrior relations specialist. “We went to the mountains west of Cayey at the request of the Department of Veterans Affairs to check on an amputee warrior living with post-traumatic stress. We found hundreds of individuals in desperate need of assistance. We helped all we could, veteran or not.”

Some of the warriors they reached need electricity to power health-aid equipment like CPAP machines and breathing devices. WWP is now sending generators to the island.

WWP is working closely with the Department of Veterans Affairs, FEMA, and other agencies and nonprofits to ensure assistance reaches as many Puerto Ricans as possible.

In more populated areas where electricity is available, that means providing food, water, and gift cards to purchase supplies.

“We are reaching warriors across the island, but more help is needed,” Jonathan said.

About Wounded Warrior Project
Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) connects, serves, and empowers wounded warriors. Read more at http://newsroom.woundedwarriorproject.org/about-us.

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Pixar Fest, the Biggest Theme Park Celebration of Stories and Characters from Pixar Animation Studios, Opens at the Disneyland Resort April 13, 2018

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TOGETHER FOREVER FIREWORKS - “Together Forever - A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular,” celebrates Pixar stories through the decades as it lights up the sky over Disneyland park, beginning with the debut of Pixar Fest, April 13, 2018. This artist concept illustrates how guests will be immersed in an emotional journey that begins with the meeting of unlikely Pixar pals and follows them through their adventures. The show comes to life through projections on iconic park locations.

ANAHEIM, California, Oct. 26, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Pixar Fest, the biggest Pixar celebration ever to come to Disney Parks, brings guests together to celebrate friendship and beyond beginning April 13, 2018, at the Disneyland Resort.

TOGETHER FOREVER FIREWORKS – “Together Forever – A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular,” celebrates Pixar stories through the decades as it lights up the sky over Disneyland park, beginning with the debut of Pixar Fest, April 13, 2018. This artist concept illustrates how guests will be immersed in an emotional journey that begins with the meeting of unlikely Pixar pals and follows them through their adventures. The show comes to life through projections on iconic park locations.

During this limited time event, some of the beloved stories from Pixar Animation Studios will come to life in new ways at both Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Parks, with characters and experiences from films such as Disney•Pixar’s “Toy Story,” “Monsters, Inc.,” “Finding Nemo” and “Up.” Guests will join the fun as they experience a new fireworks spectacular, the return of two favorite parades with fresh new Pixar surprises, new décor, atmosphere entertainment, creatively themed food and beverage and exclusive event merchandise.

A new fireworks show, “Together Forever – A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular,” will celebrate Pixar stories through the decades as it lights up the sky over Disneyland, connecting guests with characters they’ve come to know and love. Along with dazzling pyrotechnics and memorable music, a heartwarming story celebrates the theme of friendship, an ever-present concept in Pixar animation. Guests are invited to embark on an emotional journey that begins with the meeting of unlikely Pixar pals and follows their adventures as they overcome obstacles and forge everlasting friendships. “Together Forever” comes to life through projections on iconic park locations: Sleeping Beauty Castle, the water screens of the Rivers of America, the façade of “it’s a small world” and the buildings of Main Street, U.S.A. The grand tradition of Tinker Bell flying over Sleeping Beauty Castle also gets a Pixar twist, with a special flyover by Buzz Lightyear.

For the first time, “Pixar Play Parade” will make its way through Disneyland Park this spring, and it’s being led by someone new. The parade will begin just as all Pixar films have, with an appearance by Pixar’s iconic lamp from the short film “Luxo Jr.” Other new parade elements will welcome characters from “Up” and “Inside Out.”

Also on April 13, the guest-favorite “Paint the Night” parade returns, and this time the parade’s 1.5 million, brilliant LED lights and catchy tunes come to Disney California Adventure.  “Paint the Night” features pals from Disney•Pixar’s “Toy Story,” “Monsters, Inc.” and “Cars.” And another beloved Pixar story will join “Paint the Night” later in the year, adding to this guest-favorite experience.

A collection of Pixar Shorts will be featured at the Sunset Showcase Theater at Disney California Adventure during most of Pixar Fest, including favorites such as “For the Birds” and “LAVA.” The short films will rotate during the celebration.

A musical troupe will entertain guests with Pixar-inspired performances in the Paradise Gardens area of Disney California Adventure. Guests may also discover opportunities to greet Pixar characters, and younger guests will enjoy crafts and an activity area.

For those who wish to get into character and celebrate friendship, an exclusive Pixar Fest charm bracelet will be part of the merchandise selection. With multiple bracelet options and a variety of charms with fun friendship messages and Pixar characters, guests can mix and match for themselves, or friends and family.

A celebration of friendship this big is only complete with beloved characters like Buzz, Woody and Jessie from “Toy Story,” Mike and Sulley from “Monsters, Inc.,” Nemo and Dory from “Finding Nemo,” and Lightning McQueen and Mater from “Cars.” Those pals – and more – will be part of the fun at Pixar Fest.

All these exciting changes add to the existing attractions and entertainment in the parks that feature many favorite Pixar characters.

At Disneyland

  • Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters: In this interactive attraction, guests fire lasers to help battle Evil Emperor Zurg, who is trying to steal the batteries from helpless toys.
  • Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage: Guests take a submarine voyage to explore the world of Nemo and his underwater friends.
  • “it’s a small world”: Woody, Jessie and Bullseye from “Toy Story” are among the many toys and dolls found in this classic attraction.
  • Character encounters with Pixar pals: Guests can continue to meet Merida from “Brave” in Fantasyland and Woody and Jessie from “Toy Story” in Frontierland.
  • “Fantasmic!”: Favorite Pixar characters appear in the finale of “Fantasmic!” nightly on the Rivers of America.

At Disney California Adventure

  • Cars Land: Guests step into the world of Radiator Springs with three attractions plus themed shopping and dining locations across 12 acres.
  • Toy Story Mania!: Guests shrink to the size of toys and take aim at objects to score points in 4D midway-inspired carnival games hosted by the characters from the “Toy Story” films.
  • “a bug’s land”: Shrinking to the size of a bug, guests experience this story through family-friendly attractions.
  • Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue!: Guests take a wild taxi ride through Monstropolis with Mike and Sulley as they search for their lost human friend, Boo.
  • Turtle Talk with Crush: Crush, the sea turtle from “Finding Nemo,” interacts with guests in live, real-time, animated conversations.
  • “World of Color”: Characters from “Finding Nemo,” “WALL-E,” “Toy Story,” “Up” and “a bug’s life” appear in this nighttime water spectacular which combines animation, music, lights and color with more than 1,200 fountains.
  • DJ’s Dance ‘n Drive: Interactive dance party in Cars Land invites guests to move to the music.

About the Disneyland Resort
The Disneyland Resort features two spectacular theme parks – Disneyland (the original Disney theme park) and Disney California Adventure Park – plus three hotels and the Downtown Disney District, comprising unique dining, entertainment and shopping experiences. The Resort’s hotels are the luxurious, 948-room Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, which also features 50 two-bedroom equivalent Disney Vacation Club units; the magical, 973-room Disneyland Hotel – both AAA Four Diamond properties – and the 481-room Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel with its “day-at-the-beach” theme. For information on attractions and vacations at the Disneyland Resort, visit Disneyland.com, call (866) 43-DISNEY or contact local travel agents. Located in Anaheim, Calif., the Disneyland Resort opened July 17, 1955. Open daily, year-round.

About Pixar Animation Studios
Pixar Animation Studios, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, is an Academy Award®-winning film studio with world-renowned technical, creative and production capabilities in the art of computer animation.  The Northern California studio has created some of the most successful and beloved animated films of all time, including “Toy Story,” “Monsters, Inc.,” “Cars,” “The Incredibles,” “Ratatouille,” “WALL•E,” “Up,” “Toy Story 3,” “Brave,” and “Inside Out.” Its movies have won 32 Academy Awards® and have grossed more than $10 billion at the worldwide box office to date. “Coco,” Pixar’s 19th feature, opens in theaters on November 22, 2017.

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Discovery en Español Exposes The Sex Tourism Industry In Medellín, Colombia

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‘’El Mercado de la Inocencia’’ exposes the sex tourism in Medellin, Colombia, and showcases the story of hundreds of underage girls as they enter into a world of drugs and prostitution.

MIAMI, Oct. 26, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/– The long-gone Medellin Cartel has left a cursed legacy: sex tourism. Discovery en Español takes its cameras deep into Pablo Escobar’s hometown to showcase the business of the continuously expanding criminal networks and the journey of hundreds of minors as they enter a world of drugs and prostitution.  EL MERCADO DE LA INOCENCIA will premiere Sunday, November 5th at 10pm E/P as part of the “Discovery a Fondo” investigative programming block.

‘’El Mercado de la Inocencia’’ exposes the sex tourism in Medellin, Colombia, and showcases the story of hundreds of underage girls as they enter into a world of drugs and prostitution.

Over the last two decades, Medellin has gone from being globally known as a drug traffic and extreme violence destination to becoming a thriving cosmopolitan city. Progress and peace have resulted in an exponential increase of tourism, but have also caused unexpected collateral damage: the rise in sex tourism in this Colombian city. Many of the illegal networks run by foreigners in the United States and Europe, offer Medellin guided tours that include underage prostitutes in their packages available for online purchase.

Narrated and directed by ”Clandestino”’s journalist and researcher David Beriain, EL MERCADO DE LA INOCENCIA is a one-hour documentary that portrays criminal networks and witnesses teenagers entering Medellin’s illegal business as they start a journey that often begins by selling their virginity to the best foreign bidder.

EL MERCADO DE LA INOCENCIA is a Discovery en Español original production headed by Michela Giorelli, Rafael Rodriguez and Carlos Cediel. It was produced by 93 metros.

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(Español) Emerson Collective lanza proyecto “Inside Out / Dreamers” para resaltar la urgencia de aprobar el DREAM Act

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Olives from Spain Invites Us to Discover Tapas

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NEW YORK, Oct. 26, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — To talk about Spanish cuisine is to talk about tapas, or gastronomy in small bites. Tapas are an informal and fun way to enjoy food, with friends or family, which has recently gained more and more followers around the world. Have an Olive Day makes the tapas tradition available to the American consumer with new ways to enjoy the par excellence tapa: olives.

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Spain is the country with more bars per inhabitant in the world, making going out a founding element of Spanish culture. Historically, social relations have been built around bars. Whether between its walls or on its terraces lies the unmistakable gastronomy of tapas. To say Spanish tradition is to say tapas. And to say tapas is to say olives.

Olives have always been known as the Queen of the Tapas. There are plenty of reasons for this reign. Being a preserved food, they are always at their best moment of consumption. With a simple drain and serve, the waiter has the ideal appetizer ready. Having in its flavor notes of the four basic flavors; sweet, salty, bitter and sour, they go well with any type of beverage, well beyond its classic introduction in a dry martini.

A classic in constant evolution

Tapas have undergone an authentic revolution, and are now placed at the top of the gastronomy list without it’s simplicity. With such a growth in popularity, it’s possible today to find tapas bar coast to coast in North America.

Olives are one of the pillars of this transformation. They are still an icon of the bars in their original format, but they are also the protagonists of the new trend that bets on tapas as the new gastronomy. Simple but with incredible presentations to make tapas a must for the 21st century.

www.haveanoliveday.eu makes it available to the foodies of North America the keys to enjoying the tapas of yesterday and today:

Have a Tapas Day… Have an Olive Day.

About INTERACEITUNA and Olives from Spain

INTERACEITUNA is the Inter-Professional Table Olive Organization recognized by the Spanish Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Food and Environment that represents the entire producing sector, processing and marketing sector of table olives. Created to implement different general interest programs and activities, INTERACEITUNA promotes knowledge of the Spanish table olive and conducts research and development related to the product and production techniques. INTERACEITUNA and the European Union have partnered to promote this product.

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Everyday People Take Dyslexia Simulation Challenge to Support Learning Disabilities and ADHD Awareness Month

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NEW YORK, Oct. 25, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Nearly 1,000 people filled New York City’s Flatiron Plaza on October 20 to experience firsthand what it’s like to live with learning and attention issues, like dyslexia and ADHD. The event, “#BeUnderstood: Make the Invisible Visible,” is part of Understood.org’s #BeUnderstood campaign in support of Learning Disabilities, Dyslexia and ADHD Awareness Month this October. A video of highlights from the event is available here.

Learning and attention issues can be difficult for many to understand. The event, co-hosted by Understood and the Ad Council, invited visitors to interact with simulations and art installations to help them see the challenges that 1 in 5 kids with learning and attention issues face every day.

The event is the latest in an ongoing partnership between the Ad Council and Understood, a program of the National Center for Learning Disabilities. Through the support of the Ad Council, Understood encourages parents to better understand and support children with learning and attention issues. Many people mistakenly believe that children with these challenges are going through a phase or “being lazy.” When these issues go without identification and support, children struggle: students with specific learning disabilities drop out of school at three times the rate of all students.*

“Many kids with learning and attention issues feel misunderstood,” said Mimi Corcoran, president and CEO of the National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD). “Learning and attention issues may not be as visible as other issues, but they are just as real, and just as deserving of universal understanding and support.”

“We’re grateful to everyone who took the time to participate in our event and experience the frustrations of life with a learning or attention issue,” said Lisa Sherman, President & CEO of the Ad Council. “Living with these issues can be challenging, but the fantastic resources at Understood.org can help.”

Those who didn’t attend the event can try the simulation online, and share a photo or message of support using hashtag #BeUnderstood.

Throughout October, the #BeUnderstood campaign is supporting awareness for learning and attention issues through a variety of initiatives, including a Facebook profile filter and the release of an inspirational video series featuring celebrity mentors such as Olympian Simone Biles and Lieutenant Governor of California Gavin Newsom. Content in support of the campaign has been shared on social media by WWE, Alyssa Milano and others. The campaign is supported by Understood’s 15 founding nonprofit partners, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the Ad Council. For more information, visit Be.Understood.org.

Understood.org
Created by 15 nonprofit partners, Understood.org is a free online resource and community supporting parents of the 1 in 5 kids with learning and attention issues. Understood empowers millions of parents through personalized resources, daily access to experts, interactive tools and a supportive online and on-the-ground community. Winner of the 2015 Webby Award for Best Family/Parenting Site and the 2016 Cynopsis Award for Best Branded Digital Platform, Understood is the flagship program of the National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD). For more information and resources, visit Understood.org, like us on Facebook, or follow us on Twitter.

Ad Council
The Ad Council brings together the most creative minds in advertising and media to address the most worthy causes. Its innovative, pro bono social good campaigns raise awareness. They inspire action. They save lives. To learn more, visit Adcouncil.org, follow the Ad Council’s communities on Facebook and Twitter, and view the creative on YouTube.

DATA SOURCE:

* National Center for Learning Disabilities – 2017 The State of Learning Disabilities: Understanding the 1 in 5 report
http://www.ncld.org/the-state-of-learning-disabilities-understanding-the-1-in-5

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SOURCE The Ad Council

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