Raw Produce and Fresh-Squeezed Juices: Handle Them Safely!

July 5, 2017

Prevent food poisoning! Scrub firm produce with a clean produce brush.

SILVER SPRING, Md., July 5, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Whether from a supermarket, farm stand, or your own garden, fresh fruits and vegetables are highlights of summertime. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration reminds you that safe handling of produce and fresh-squeezed juice is especially important during the summer months, because foodborne bacteria multiply faster in warm weather and fresh fruits and vegetables are often consumed raw.

Learn more at:

http://www.fda.gov/Food/ResourcesForYou/Consumers/ucm114299.htm

http://www.fda.gov/Food/ResourcesForYou/Consumers/ucm110526.htm

To keep nutritious produce and fresh-squeezed juices safe, follow these food safety tips to prevent food poisoning (also called foodborne illness):

Buy Right

Purchase produce that is not bruised or damaged.
When selecting pre-cut produce (such as a half a watermelon or bagged salad greens), choose only those items that are refrigerated or on ice.
Bag fresh fruits and vegetables and keep them separate from raw meat, poultry, and seafood in your cart and shopping bags.

Wash Thoroughly

Wash all produce under plain running water before eating, cutting, or cooking, and dry with a clean cloth towel or paper towel to further reduce bacteria that may be present.
Scrub firm produce, such as melons and cucumbers, with a clean produce brush.
For pre-packaged produce, read the label – if it says pre-washed and ready-to-eat, you can use it without further washing. And even if you plan to peel a fruit or vegetable, it’s important to wash it first so dirt and bacteria aren’t transferred from the outside to the inside.

Prevent Cross Contamination

Always wash hands before and after preparing food!
Wash cutting boards, dishes, utensils, and countertops with soap and hot water between the preparation of raw meat, poultry, and seafood and the preparation of produce that will not be cooked.
If you use plastic or other non-porous cutting boards, run them through the dishwasher after use.

Prepare Safely

Cut away any damaged or bruised areas on fresh fruits and vegetables before preparing and/or eating. If it looks rotten, discard it!

Store Properly

Keep perishable fresh fruits and vegetables in a clean refrigerator at 40° F or below, separated from raw meat, poultry, and seafood.
Always refrigerate produce that is purchased pre-cut or peeled.

Check Your Juice

Children, older adults, pregnant women, and people with weakened immune systems (such as transplant patients and individuals with HIV/AIDS, cancer, and diabetes) risk serious illnesses or even death from drinking juices that have not been pasteurized or otherwise treated to control harmful bacteria.
Look for pasteurized or otherwise treated products in your grocers’ refrigerated sections, frozen food cases, or in non-refrigerated containers, such as juice boxes, bottles, or cans.
Untreated juices sold in refrigerated cases of grocery or health food stores, cider mills, and farmers’ markets must contain a warning label indicating that the product has not been pasteurized. Warning labels are not required for juice or cider that is fresh-squeezed and sold by the glass. If you are unsure if a juice product is pasteurized – be sure to ask!

Contact: Media: 1-301-796-4540 Consumers: 1-888-SAFEFOOD (toll free)

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Mazda Develops Digital Campaign Tailored to the Hispanic Consumer

July 5, 2017

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Mazda North American Operations is headquartered in Irvine, Calif., and oversees the sales, marketing, parts and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States and Mexico through nearly 700 dealers. Operations in Mexico are managed by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City. For more information on Mazda vehicles, including photography and B-roll, please visit the online Mazda media center at www.mazdausamedia.com.

IRVINE, California, July 5, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today announced the launch of a new, insights-driven Hispanic campaign, seeking to link common attributes shared between the Hispanic community and the brand’s core values. The campaign creative, which will launch on July 9, was developed specifically for the Hispanic consumer, aiming to tap into the existing positive affinity for Japanese-made products.

The new campaign is an extension of the Driving Matters general market campaign and is aimed at emphasizing Mazda’s core values that are relevant to Hispanics that love to drive and value quality and craftsmanship. Leveraging the existing perception that Japanese brands are trustworthy, dependable, skillful and above all, well-made, the campaign will ultimately establish Mazda as a Japanese brand. In order to first establish that connection, the series will kick off on July 9 with a week-long “disruption” phase that will be in Japanese-only. Following the disruption phase will be three phases, each focusing on relatable Mazda brand philosophies: Passion (KODO—Soul of Motion design), Harmony (Jinba Ittai driving dynamics) and Perseverance (Hiroshima Challenger Spirit).

“Through our research, we’ve discovered that there are more than 12 million Hispanic consumers in the United States who identify with Mazda brand philosophies, yet that same research shows that many are simply not familiar with the brand,” said Russell Wager, vice president of marketing for MNAO. “We’ve found that the Hispanic Mazda customer is a true car enthusiast; someone who appreciates styling and performance, but is also hyper-digital and social, and already leans toward Japanese car brands. Our goal is to make sure they understand Mazda not only by our cars, but what we stand for.”

The campaign, scheduled to begin in July 2017, will utilize partnerships with influential Hispanic media outlets, including Telemundo and Univision to amplify the message. Through the partnerships, each outlet will offer unique creative components tailored to their specific audience. The campaign and creative was developed in collaboration with Mazda’s fully integrated and dedicated WPP team agency, Garage Team Mazda in partnership with WPP’s multi-cultural marketing communications network, The Bravo Group.

Mazda North American Operations is headquartered in Irvine, California, and oversees the sales, marketing, parts and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States and Mexico through nearly 600 dealers. Operations in Mexico are managed by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City. For more information on Mazda vehicles, including photography and B-roll, please visit the online Mazda media center at InsideMazda.MazdaUSA.com/Newsroom.

Follow MNAO’s social media channels through Twitter and Instagram at @MazdaUSA and Facebook at Facebook.com/Mazda

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(Español) Generadores eléctricos en casa, hoy más que nunca indispensables

July 4, 2017

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The newest thing in the rosé category: Beso Del Sol pink sangria, just in time for 4th of July

July 4, 2017

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NEW YORK, June 30, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Per the latest wine industry report, Nielsen, the rosé category is now valued at $207m and has grown by 53% in volume over the last 52 weeks. While rosé wines are a common summer choice, Nielsen predicts this year their popularity will extend into the rest of the year. Nielsen also reports Millennials are the largest group of rosé wine consumers.

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Social media fans are embracing hashtags such as #RoseAllDay, and new rosé categories are on the rise: for example, sparkling rosé is growing at 19%, two times faster than still rosé wines.

Just in time for the 4^th of July, there is a new way to enjoy rosé: in sangria! By E.U. law, authentic sangria must be made of wine from Spain or Portugal, to which fruits and spices are added. Many people think that alcohol, such a brandy, is also an official ingredient; however according to E.U. law it is not.

One great new sangria to try is Beso Del Sol Pink, which is available across America: the wine is 100% Tempranillo, from the Valdepeñas region of Spain, flavored with all-natural Spanish orange, lemon, peach, and mango, as well as a touch of Spanish cinnamon. At only 74 calories per serving, Beso Del Sol Pink offers a delicious lower-alcohol choice, which is also eco-friendly as it comes in both small and large boxes: $4.99 for a 500mL TetraPak which holds three glasses of wine, and $19.99 for a 3-liter box which holds four bottles and stays fresh for two months after opening. Beso Del Sol also comes in glass, magnum-sized bottles (1.5L, for $12.99).

This 4^th of July, think red, white, and rosé!

Stone Fruit Frosé
6.0 oz. Beso Del Sol Pink Sangria
1.5 oz. Monin Stone Fruit Syrup

1. Fill serving glass ½ full of ice
2. Pour ingredients into blender
3. Add ice from serving glass, blend until smooth, and pour back into serving glass
4. Garnish with orange & peach slices

SOURCE Beso Del Sol Sangria

Honda and Acura Trucks Combine for New June Record; New Performance Products Energize Both Brands

July 3, 2017

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Led by the new A-Spec sport variant, the revitalized 2018 Acura TLX helped drive Acura sales up 23.7 percent in the month of June.

TORRANCE, California, July 3, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — American Honda Motor Co., Inc. today reported total June sales of 139,793 Honda and Acura vehicles, an increase of 0.8 percent over June 2016. Honda and Acura Division trucks also combined for a new June record, gaining 1.9 percent on sales of 70,067 units, while combined car sales totaled 69,726, down a very slight 0.3 percent. Honda Division was down 1.3 percent on sales of 125,755 units, with trucks down 1.6 percent on sales of 60,500 units due to inventory issues, and cars down just 1 percent on sales of 65,255. Acura Division sales gained 23.7 percent in June, on sales of 14,038 vehicles, with trucks jumping 30.9 percent on sales of 9,567, and cars rising 10.6 percent on sales of 4,471 units.

Honda
Honda Division maintained a robust sales pace in June, nearly matching a notably strong June of 2016. Civic and Accord remain at the top of car sales charts, with Accord rising 3.4 percent in June and Civic again posting a strong month of over 30,000 units, boosted by the high performance halo of Type R. CR-V suffered slightly in June from low supply of higher trim availability, but HR-V set yet another record with its best June ever and Ridgeline gained in double digits, despite inventory issues with all-wheel drive models.

Continuing to assert its lead in the subcompact SUV segment, HR-V jumped 35.1 percent in June, with 8,872 units sold.
Accord pushed against the tide again in June, gaining 3.4 percent on sales of 29,791 vehicles, building momentum for the fall debut of the just-announced 2018 Accord.
With 30,909 Civics sold in June, the #1 selling car in the U.S. combined with #2 Accord to exceed 60,000 units for the month, the top 1-2 passenger car duo in the industry.
Civic Type R proved popular in its first month, with sales topping 550 units in 2 weeks.
Odyssey got off to a strong start, with sales of 11,146 units making it #1 in segment.

“Against a sea of competitors clinging to market share via heavy incentives and fleet sales, Honda’s success is driven by retail customers attracted to a cadence of strong new products,” said Jeff Conrad, senior vice president and general manager of the Honda Division. “Although the market is catching its breath, we’re injecting new energy with models like the incredible new Civic Type R and we’re not done yet in 2017, with a new Accord on the way.”

Acura
Acura had a notably strong month of June driven by renewed focus on product that reflects the brand’s Precision Crafted Performance direction. Notably, the recently revitalized TLX and new MDX Sport Hybrid earned considerable positive attention, helping boost the division 23.7 percent for the month. TLX led Acura car sales with a 10.6 percent increase in June, while RDX led Acura trucks to a 30.9 percent gain.

The new TLX A-Spec is a sought-after model at Acura dealers, helping overall TLX sales gain 12.9 percent on sales of 3,175 units for the month.
RDX set a new all-time June record with a 48.3 percent leap on sales of 5,327 units.
MDX had a strong June, posting 4,210 sales for an increase of 14 percent.
ILX sales rose 6.9 percent on sales of 1,191 units, its best month of 2017.
Adding emphasis to Acura’s performance path, one of Michael Shank Racing’s NSX GT3 cars won at Watkins Glen on Sunday, its second consecutive victory in the IMSA series.

“In a challenging luxury automotive marketplace, reshaping our products around the performance direction of the Acura brand is clearly resonating with luxury car and truck buyers,” said Jon Ikeda, vice president & general manager of the Acura division. “The A-Spec variant has put TLX back on the luxury performance sedan map, while the sporty virtues of MDX and RDX continue to speak for themselves in strong sales.”

American Honda Vehicle Sales for June 2017
	Month-to-Date				Year-to-Date
	June 2017	June 2016	DSR** % Change	MoM % Change	June 2017	June 2016	DSR** % Change	YoY % Change
American Honda Total	139,793	138,715	0.8%	0.8%	791,886	792,355	-0.1%	-0.1%
Total Car Sales	69,726	69,935	-0.3%	-0.3%	388,067	415,935	-6.7%	-6.7%
Total Truck Sales	70,067	68,780	1.9%	1.9%	403,819	376,420	7.3%	7.3%
Honda Total Car Sales	65,255	65,894	-1.0%	-1.0%	363,020	387,832	-6.4%	-6.4%
Honda Total Truck Sales	60,500	61,469	-1.6%	-1.6%	354,995	325,529	9.1%	9.1%
Acura Total Car Sales	4,471	4,041	10.6%	10.6%	25,047	28,103	-10.9%	-10.9%
Acura Total Truck Sales	9,567	7,311	30.9%	30.9%	48,824	50,891	-4.1%	-4.1%
Total Domestic Car Sales	58,330	64,828	-10.0%	-10.0%	316,526	388,668	-18.6%	-18.6%
Honda Division	53,933	60,900	-11.4%	-11.4%	292,034	361,295	-19.2%	-19.2%
Acura Division	4,397	3,928	11.9%	11.9%	24,492	27,373	-10.5%	-10.5%
Total Domestic Truck Sales	70,067	68,780	1.9%	1.9%	403,819	376,420	7.3%	7.3%
Honda Division	60,500	61,469	-1.6%	-1.6%	354,995	325,529	9.1%	9.1%
Acura Division	9,567	7,311	30.9%	30.9%	48,824	50,891	-4.1%	-4.1%
Total Import Car Sales	11,396	5,107	123.1%	123.1%	71,541	27,267	162.4%	162.4%
Honda Division	11,322	4,994	126.7%	126.7%	70,986	26,537	167.5%	167.5%
Acura Division	74	113	-34.5%	-34.5%	555	730	-24.0%	-24.0%
Total Import Truck Sales	0	0	0.0%	0.0%	0	0	0.0%	0.0%
Honda Division	0	0	0.0%	0.0%	0	0	0.0%	0.0%
Acura Division	0	0	0.0%	0.0%	0	0	0.0%	0.0%
MODEL BREAKOUT BY DIVISION
Honda Division Total	125,755	127,363	-1.3%	-1.3%	718,015	713,361	0.7%	0.7%
* ACCORD	29,791	28,806	3.4%	3.4%	160,091	169,354	-5.5%	-5.5%
* CIVIC	30,909	31,810	-2.8%	-2.8%	175,763	189,840	-7.4%	-7.4%
CLARITY FCV	49	0	0.0%	0.0%	294	0	0.0%	0.0%
CR-Z	62	235	-73.6%	-73.6%	548	1,205	-54.5%	-54.5%
* FIT	4,444	5,034	-11.7%	-11.7%	26,322	27,385	-3.9%	-3.9%
INSIGHT	0	9	-100.0%	-100.0%	2	48	-95.8%	-95.8%
CROSSTOUR	1	22	-95.5%	-95.5%	4	702	-99.4%	-99.4%
* CR-V	28,342	29,615	-4.3%	-4.3%	187,256	159,075	17.7%	17.7%
HR-V	8,872	6,567	35.1%	35.1%	46,628	36,443	27.9%	27.9%
ODYSSEY	11,146	11,963	-6.8%	-6.8%	48,156	64,661	-25.5%	-25.5%
PILOT	9,409	10,830	-13.1%	-13.1%	54,355	62,174	-12.6%	-12.6%
RIDGELINE	2,730	2,472	10.4%	10.4%	18,596	2,474	651.7%	651.7%
*** Memo: Accord FHEV	1,799	31	5,703.2%	5,703.2%	10,983	265	4,044.5%	4,044.5%
Memo: Civic Hybrid	5	62	-91.9%	-91.9%	56	707	-92.1%	-92.1%
Acura Division Total	14,038	11,352	23.7%	23.7%	73,871	78,994	-6.5%	-6.5%
ILX	1,191	1,114	6.9%	6.9%	5,149	8,458	-39.1%	-39.1%
NSX	31	2	1,450.0%	1,450.0%	278	2	13,800.0%	13,800.0%
RLX / RL	74	113	-34.5%	-34.5%	555	727	-23.7%	-23.7%
TLX	3,175	2,812	12.9%	12.9%	19,065	18,913	0.8%	0.8%
TSX	0	0	0.0%	0.0%	0	3	-100.0%	-100.0%
MDX	4,240	3,718	14.0%	14.0%	23,555	24,615	-4.3%	-4.3%
RDX	5,327	3,593	48.3%	48.3%	25,269	26,276	-3.8%	-3.8%
*** Memo: ILX Hybrid	0	0	0.0%	0.0%	0	1	-100.0%	-100.0%
Memo: RLX Hybrid	16	18	-11.1%	-11.1%	120	104	15.4%	15.4%
Memo: MDX Hybrid	163	0	0.0%	0.0%	368	0	0.0%	0.0%
Selling Days	26	26			152	152
**** Hybrid	2,076	357	481.5%	481.5%	12,355	2,332	429.8%	429.8%

*	Honda and Acura vehicles are made of domestic & global sourced parts
**	Daily Selling Rate
***	Memo line items are included in the respective model total
****	Hybrid includes FHEV, PHEV, CR-Z, Civic Hybrid, Insight, ILX Hybrid, RLX Hybrid, RLX Sport Hybrid, MDX Sport Hybrid and NSX

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AARP & LULAC’s ‘Unite Together Across America’ Town Hall Series, Addressing The Most Pressing Issues Affecting Latinos, Heads to LULAC’s 88th National Convention

July 3, 2017

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WASHINGTON, July 3, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Whether you are a part of the Millennial, Gen X or Baby Boomer generation, Unite Together Across America Town Hall brings together a panel of influencers to discuss the health, financial resilience and personal fulfillment (salud, dinero y amor) issues impacting Hispanics. The July 6^th town hall will take place at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas and will offer insights and tools on how to effectively manage these three key areas.

Panelists will lead a conversation on the growing importance of caregiving in the Hispanic community and its impact on the three focus areas. TV host, influencer and public speaker, Marco Antonio Regil will serve as a special guest who will share his experience as a male caregiver. The town hall will also offer helpful information for younger caregivers who want to ensure they are providing meaningful care for their older and less-able loved ones. The town hall will seek to increase awareness and education among the audience on the subject so that individuals, families, and communities can make informed decisions for themselves and those close to them.

“We work passionately to advocate for what matters most to those fifty plus and their families. Our focus on caregiving taps into one of the areas of greatest concern to Hispanic/Latinos,” said AARP VP of Multicultural and Latino Strategy, Yvette Peña. “Our primary goal is to uplift and inspire those that are working hard to care for the ones they love. It is through activities such as Unite Together Across America Town Hall series that we encourage our fifty plus population to do more for themselves so they can do more for others.”

Panelists will also discuss the significance of creating communities that are livable for all people. Features for making a community more livable include: ensuring safety and security; offering affordable and appropriate housing and transportation options; and access to vital services such as quality and affordable healthcare. Another important factor for Hispanics includes living within close proximity to loved ones.

“Among other salud, dinero y amor topics, the Unite Together Across America Town Hall series speaks to the importance caregiving and livable communities play on the lives of Hispanics 50-plus,” said LULAC Chief Executive Officer, Brent Wilkes. “The panel will offer valuable insights and tools on how to thrive in these areas regardless of one’s lifestage.We encourage all members of the community to attend this very important town hall.”

WHO: Marco Antonio Regil, TV host, influencer and public speaker; Brent Wilkes, Chief Executive Officer, LULAC; Yvette Peña, Vice President Multicultural Leadership, AARP; Retired Judge John Vazquez, AARP Texas Executive Council; Lourdes Ramirez Castro, President, University Health System Foundation and Abigail Zapote, Executive Director, Latinos for Secure Retirement

WHEN: Thursday July 6, 2017 from 9:00-11:30 am

WHERE: Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, Room 202, 900 E. Market Street, San Antonio, Texas 78205

Town hall attendees will have an opportunity to learn more about AARP from representatives and informational material available.

In addition to the Unite Together Across America Town Hall in San Antonio, AARP will host town halls in Houston on July 22, New York on July 27 and Chicago on July 29.

To learn more about how to take part in this exciting and free event, please register online at aarp-unite-san-antonio.eventbrite.com or contact LULAC at (202) 696-5143 for more information.

About AARP
AARP is the nation’s largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering Americans 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With nearly 38 million members and offices in every state, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, AARP works to strengthen communities and advocate for what matters most to families with a focus on health security, financial stability and personal fulfillment. AARP also works for individuals in the marketplace by sparking new solutions and allowing carefully chosen, high-quality products and services to carry the AARP name. As a trusted source for news and information, AARP produces the world’s largest circulation publications, AARP The Magazine and AARP Bulletin. To learn more, visit www.aarp.org/espanol or follow @AARPenEspanol, @AARP and @AARPadvocates on social media.

About LULAC

The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) is the nation’s largest and oldest civil rights volunteer-based organization that empowers Hispanic Americans and builds strong Latino communities. Headquartered in Washington, DC, with 1,000 councils around the United States and Puerto Rico, LULAC’s programs, services and advocacy address the most important issues for Latinos, meeting critical needs of today and the future. For more information, visit www.LULAC.org.

SOURCE AARP

Acura, Lally & Legge Make It Two in a Row at Watkins Glen

July 3, 2017

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Andy Lally and Katherine Legge piloted their Acura NSX GT3 to a second consecutive 2017 WeatherTech SportsCar Championship victory Sunday at Watkins Glen International Raceway.

WATKINS GLEN, New York, July 2, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Michael Shank Racing Acura duo of Andy Lally and Katherine Legge scored its second consecutive GTD class victory of the 2017 WeatherTech SportsCar Championship season Sunday at Watkins Glen International Raceway, starting from the pole and leading much of the six-hour endurance contest to take the checkers in their Acura NSX GT3.

Today’s victory on the sweeping, 2.4-mile Watkins Glen circuit – one of the fastest tracks on the IMSA schedule – follows last month’s equally emphatic victory for Acura, Lally and Legge at the Detroit Grand Prix street circuit, the tightest track on the circuit and one of only two sprint races on the schedule. Both victories serve to highlight the impressive scope of development work on the NSX GT3, which is in its first year of world-class sports car competition.

Starting from the pole, Lally built a four-second lead over the course of his opening, 50-minute stint. Although a series of caution flags in the third hour jumbled the order and several competitors adopted alternative pit strategies, the Lally/Legge Acura never dropped below fifth place, and a triple stint from Legge moved her #93 NSX GT3 to second place behind teammate Ozz Negri in the #86 Acura.

With two hours to go, Negri and Legge continued to run 1-2, then handed off to their respective co-drivers, Segal and Lally, to close out the race. However, with just 36 minutes remaining, Olivier Pla’s prototype car made side-to-side contact with Segal’s Acura. Although both cars continued, Segal reported suspension issues almost immediately, and was forced to park his Acura with damaged left-front suspension on the next lap.

Segal’s issues led to a final full-course caution. When the green flag waved for the final time with 25 minutes to go, held off a gaggle of GTD cars to the finish, taking the checkers ahead of a Ferrari, BMW, Mercedes-Benz and a pair of Lexus entries.

The Acura NSX GT3s compete in the GTD class of the WeatherTech series, campaigning against premium automotive brands including Audi, BMW, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Lexus, Mercedes-Benz and Porsche.

Developed from the production Acura NSX, the NSX GT3 utilizes the production NSX’s ultra-rigid and lightweight multi-material body with aluminum-intensive space frame, which is produced at the Performance Manufacturing Center in Ohio, exclusive worldwide manufacturing facility for the NSX. The 3.5-liter racing engine uses the same design specifications as the production Acura NSX, including the block, heads, valve train, crankshaft, pistons and dry-sump lubrication system. A six-speed, sequential-shift racing gearbox delivers power to the rear wheels.

Video recaps from this weekend’s Acura WeatherTech SportsCar Championship victory at Watkins Glen are being posted on the “Honda Racing/HPD” YouTube channel. Produced by the Carolinas Production Group, the video packages can be found in the 2017 HPD Trackside Video Playlist at: https://www.youtube.com/HondaRacingHPDTV.

After consecutive victories for Acura at Detroit and Watkins Glen, the WeatherTech SportsCar Championship now moves to another classic road course. Canadian Tire Motorsports Park, located outside of Toronto, will be the site of the July 9 Mobil 1 Sportscar Grand Prix.

Andy Lally (Driver, Michael Shank Racing #93 Acura NSX GT3) GTD race winner at Watkins Glen: “Being my home state, and my home track, this – other than putting a Rolex on your wrist [for winning the Rolex 24] is the most important race in the world to me – and I can’t believe we won it. ‘Kat’ [Katherine Legge] ran a triple stint in the middle and did really well, and our teammates Jeff [Segal] and Ozz [Negri] were flying today, it’s just such a shame they had their problem so close to the finish.”

Katherine Legge (Driver, Michael Shank Racing #93 Acura NSX GT3) GTD race winner at Watkins Glen: “My stint started out pretty eventful. I got some pickup on my tires after moving off line to let some prototypes pass, and the vibration and noise was pretty incredible until I was able to clean up the tires. But we got the #93 car back up to just behind [teammate] Ozz [Negri] and handed it off to Andy [Lally] in good shape. Then, Andy just dominated that final stint. This has been an amazing day, and I think it proves Acura is here at the front [of the field] and here to stay.”

Steve Eriksen (Vice President & COO, Honda Performance Development) on today’s second consecutive IMSA race win for the Acura NSX GT3: “It was another great race weekend for Acura. Our first GTD pole on Saturday, followed by back-to-back race wins for the #93 NSX GT3 driven by Andy Lally and Katherine Legge. The team looked poised for a 1-2 finish, until a post-contact mechanical failure ended what was a spectacular run for Ozz Negri and Jeff Segal in the #86 Acura. The relentless work of Michael Shank Racing and all of our HPD associates is beginning to reap dividends, and proves that the NSX GT3 is a competitive platform on all types of circuits – everything from the tight and rough Detroit street course to the smooth and very fast track here at Watkins Glen.”

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SOURCE Acura Motorsports

Mazda Reports June Sales

July 3, 2017

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IRVINE, California, July 3, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported June U.S. sales of 22,342 vehicles, representing a decrease of 14.7 percent versus June of last year. Year-to-date sales through June are down 2.6 percent versus last year, with 141,624 vehicles sold.

Key June sales notes:

The Mazda CX-5 continues its record-breaking sales trend, posting its best-ever June with 9,550 vehicles sold. This number represents an increase of 3.5 percent over June of last year, marking its third recording-breaking month in a row.
Heading into the summer months, the Mazda MX-5 continues to post strong sales numbers. The roadster posted a year-over-year increase of 17.7 percent, with 1,046 vehicles sold in the month of June.
Total sales of Mazda’s CX crossover SUV line, including the CX-3, CX-5 and CX-9, were down slightly with 12,462 vehicles sold, representing a decrease of 1.4 percent year-over-year. When making purchase decisions regarding crossover SUVs, a majority of Mazda customers continue to choose the AWD option, with 61.1 percent of CX-line vehicles sold in June being equipped with predictive i-ACTIV All-Wheel Drive.

Mazda Motor de Mexico (MMdM) reported May sales of 4,441 vehicles, up 11.8 percent versus June of last year.

Mazda North American Operations is headquartered in Irvine, California, and oversees the sales, marketing, parts and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States and Mexico through nearly 600 dealers. Operations in Mexico are managed by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City. For more information on Mazda vehicles, including photography and B-roll, please visit the online Mazda media center at InsideMazda.MazdaUSA.com/Newsroom.

	Month-To-Date				Year-To-Date

	June	June	%	% MTD	June	June	%	% YTD
	2017	2016	Change	DSR	2017	2016	Change	DSR

Mazda2	–	–	N/A	N/A	–	3	(100.0)%	(100.0)%
Mazda3	6,473	8,399	(22.9)%	(22.9)%	39,834	51,381	(22.5)%	(23.5)%
Mazda5	1	33	(97.0)%	(97.0)%	7	329	(97.9)%	(97.9)%
Mazda6	2,360	4,224	(44.1)%	(44.1)%	18,009	23,463	(23.2)%	(24.3)%
MX-5 Miata	1,046	889	17.7%	17.7%	6,973	5,384	29.5%	27.8%
CX-3	1,213	1,512	(19.8)%	(19.8)%	7,611	9,503	(19.9)%	(21.0)%
CX-5	9,550	9,227	3.5%	3.5%	57,077	51,611	10.6%	9.1%
CX-9	1,699	1,904	(10.8)%	(10.8)%	12,113	3,681	229.1%	224.7%

Total Vehicles

CARS	9,880	13,545	(27.1)%	(27.1)%	64,823	80,560	(19.5)%	(20.6)%
TRUCKS	12,462	12,643	(1.4)%	(1.4)%	76,801	64,795	18.5%	17.0%

TOTAL	22,342	26,188	(14.7)%	(14.7)%	141,624	145,354	(2.6)%	(3.8)%


Selling Days	26	26			152	150

SOURCE Mazda North American Operations

TAVAD’s Opiate Detox Under Sedation Facilitates Rehabilitation in 74% of Cases

July 3, 2017

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MADRID, July 3, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Since first publishing its results in 1998 for the Carlos III Health Institute’s Agency for Health Technology Assessment (Agencia de Evaluación de Tecnologías Sanitarias del Instituto de Salud Carlos III), TAVAD has spent almost 30 years maintaining its policy of transparency, evaluating and publicizing the results of its patients’ treatment.

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Specifically, 74% of the patients who treated their addiction to opioids such as heroin or methadone successfully completed the rehabilitation program after a year of treatment. As the Center itself reports, the clinical profile of patients with problems of addiction to these substances is of males, 63% of whom are single, with an average approximate age of 38.

The first phase of opioid detox treatment may last up to 4 days, and is carried out at the TAVAD hospital unit, the first 6 hours under deep sedation. As it turns out, the advanced pharmacological intervention that is implemented will be key to the patient’s recovery. “During the days of hospital admission, the patient may experience a radical change in normalization of indicators of distress such as anxiety, depression, sleepiness or even appetite. Craving for the drug disappears and his mood may improve significantly, along with his intellectual acuity. This, too, is indicative of an improvement in the patient’s quality of life,” notes Dr. Legarda, Director of the Clinic with offices in Madrid, Barcelona and Valencia.

Once the hospital stay is over, the patient is observed during a 12-month rehabilitation in which he will be provided with personalized medical, psychological and pharmacological support attuned to his needs.

The inclusion of specific programs of nutrition, personal training and mindfulness adapted to each patient helping to reinforce the results of this treatment, are some of the latest additions incorporated into this advanced addiction treatment which is unique in Spain.

For further information:
http://www.tavad.com
Dr. Juan José Legarda
+34-91-3161377
[email protected]

SOURCE TAVAD (Tratamientos Avanzados de la Adicción)

ZEE Mundo Celebrates Over 100 Years Of Bollywood

July 2, 2017

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MIAMI, June 30, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Bollywood is one of the first and largest film industries in the world, generating classics capable of transcending the passage of time. It emerged as a concept of the relationship between the city of Bombay (now known as Mumbai) as the center of India and the Hollywood film industry. In July, ZEE Mundo honors more than 100 years of Bollywood film success with special programming every weekend of the month, including an “Experiencia Total” movie every Saturday with behind-the-scenes footage, via Dish Latino (channel 822) and Sling TV.

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Bollywood managed to create unforgettable stories and characters from the very beginning. The origins of Indian cinema date back to 1896, but it was in 1913 that Raja Harishchandra, of Dadasaheb Phalke, was produced – India’s first silent film. The first production with sound arrived in 1931: Ardeshir Irani’s Alam Ara, a commercial success in those times. Between 1930 and 1940, India, like many other countries in the world, was affected by World War II and suffered a great depression. But that did not stop the first color production in 1937: Kisan Kanya. This title gave rise to the “Golden Age” of Bollywood cinema, which produced hundreds of films between 1940 and 1960, including the first Oscar nomination for Best Foreign Film: Mother India by Mehboob Khan in 1957.

In the late 60s, early 70s, large-scale blockbusters began to appear (similar to the movies we know today) loaded with romance, action, suspense and the color so characteristic of Indian culture. The actors gradually became celebrities and gained popularity, as did the films. Several films won awards at the Cannes Film Festival and Oscar nominations.

Towards the beginning of 2000, the Bollywood industry gained worldwide recognition due to the growth of the Indian community outside its country and the growth of the economy in India. This helped bring technological advances and innovations in terms of production, special effects and animation to Bollywood. Today, with more than 104 years of history, Bollywood generates up to three times as many movies each year than any other film industry worldwide. Each film generates an average of four billion movie tickets per year, with production costs that can reach up to $10 Million.

Bollywood’s fan base is always growing thanks to the perfect formula for success: romance, drama, comedy, suspense and the lively colors- a characteristic of Indian culture. That’s why ZEE Mundo, the channel that broadcasts Bollywood’s greatest movies, will celebrate over 100 years of history with special programming every weekend in July – so that everyone can experience how wonderful the Indian movie industry is, via Dish Latino (channel 822) and Sling TV.

DISCOVER THE BOLLYWOOD INDUSTRY

Bollywood as a concept emerged from the relationship between the city of Bombay (now Mumbai) as the film center of India and the Hollywood film industry, making reference to well-known American productions and titles, which years later the Bollywood industry wouldn’t have to do for recognition. With more than 104 years of life, the Bollywood film industry generates up to three times as many movies as those produced by Hollywood film studios. Each film generates an average of four billion movie tickets per year, with production costs that can reach up to $10 Million.

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About ZEE Mundo

ZEE Mundo is a 24-hour Pay-TV channel featuring the best Bollywood movies and series dubbed in Spanish and HD. The programming covers the genres of: action, romance, suspense, drama, and comedy. ZEE Mundo’s exclusive programming crosses over cultures and brings some of Bollywood’s biggest stars to the Americas. The network is part of ZEE Entertainment Enterprises Limited, one of the world’s leading content aggregators and distributors of programming, with an extensive library of more than 222,000 hours of content and more than one billion viewers across 171 countries. For more information about ZEE Mundo, visit zeemundo.tv.

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