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Preliminary Data on Workplace Fatalities in California Reflect Downward Trend

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OAKLAND, Calif., Sept. 18, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) today posted preliminary workplace fatality statistics for California in 2014. The Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries (CFOI) data reflect a total of 334 fatal work injuries statewide in 2014, a decrease of 16% from the 396 workplace deaths reflected in the final 2013 data. Deaths for Hispanic or Latino workers also decreased 35% from 194 in 2013 to 127 in 2014. Preliminary data for the United States show an increase of 2% from 4,585 in 2013 to 4,769 in 2014.

“The downward trend in workplace fatalities for Latinos and all workers in California is encouraging,” said DIR Director Christine Baker. “It is our hope that this trend continues, and that employers continue to provide their workers the training, equipment and safety measures to protect all workers in our state.”

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Key findings of the preliminary 2014 CFOI in California:

  • The total number of workplace fatalities are the lowest reported since 2010, and remain below the pre-2008 recession average.
  • Over one third (35%) of all California workplace deaths identified in 2014 occurred in transportation incidents. Traffic accidents that occur on public roads are under the jurisdiction of the California Highway Patrol.
  • One in five (22%) of all California workplace deaths identified in 2014 were attributed to violent acts and 21% due to trips, slips and falls.
  • Fatal workplace injuries among Latino workers represent 38% of all cases identified in 2014, compared to 49% counted in final data the year before.

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In April, DIR published a report examining fatal occupational injury trends among Latinos from 2009 – 2013. The report made recommendations for specialized, language-appropriate training for workers prior to performing hazardous work.

“These preliminary statistics on California workplace fatalities provide us with valuable information to protect workers. With evidence and data, we continually refine and strengthen workplace safety and health regulations, training materials, and outreach and education efforts for employers and workers,” said Cal/OSHA Chief Juliann Sum. Cal/OSHA is a division in DIR.

Tables and charts reflecting preliminary data for 2014 (and prior years’ final data) for California are posted online. Preliminary numbers for 2014 reflect available statistics at time of this publication. Changes and additions to the preliminary 2014 California CFOI counts are expected and could result from the identification of new cases and the revision of existing cases based on source documents received after the release of preliminary results. Final 2014 CFOI data will be released in the late spring of 2016.

The Census is conducted annually by DIR in conjunction with the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. CFOI produces comprehensive, accurate and timely counts of fatal work injuries. This Federal-State cooperative program was implemented in all 50 states and the District of Columbia in 1992.

DIR protects and improves the health, safety and economic well-being of over 18 million wage earners, and helps their employers comply with state labor laws. Its Division of Occupational Safety and Health, commonly known as Cal/OSHA, helps protect workers from health and safety hazards on the job in almost every workplace in California. Cal/OSHA does not have authority when injuries occur on public roadways. Cal/OSHA’s Consultation Services Branch provides free and voluntary assistance to employers and employee organizations to improve their health and safety programs. Employers should call (800) 963-9424 for assistance from Cal/OSHA Consultation Services.

Employees with work-related questions or complaints may contact DIR’s Call Center in English or Spanish at 844-LABOR-DIR (844-522-6734). The California Workers’ Information line at 866-924-9757 provides recorded information in English and Spanish on a variety of work-related topics. Complaints can also be filed confidentially with Cal/OSHA district offices.

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The California Department of Industrial Relations, established in 1927, protects and improves the health, safety, and economic well-being of over 18 million wage earners, and helps their employers comply with state labor laws. DIR is housed within the Labor & Workforce Development Agency. For general inquiries, contact DIR’s Communications Call Center at 844-LABOR-DIR (844-522-6734) for help in locating the appropriate division or program in our department.

Southwest Airlines Honors Hispanic Heritage Month

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DALLAS, Sept. 18, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month and continues its proud tradition of sponsoring nonprofit organizations dedicated to making a positive difference in the Latino community. 

“Our Employees and Customers are from diverse cultures and backgrounds,” said Ellen Torbert, Southwest Airlines’ Vice President of Diversity and Inclusion. “Southwest is enriched because we value the unique perspectives of our Employees and Customers, and we’re proud to continue to be a champion of the Latino community.” 

To learn more about Southwest Airlines’ commitment to the Hispanic community, please visit Southwest.com/vamonos.

Southwest Airlines celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month throughout the year:

January-December | Smithsonian Institute Latino Center, Young Ambassadors Program and Hispanic Heritage Month Family Day, Washington, D.C.
The Smithsonian Latino Center was created in 1997 to promote Latino presence within the Smithsonian. The Center works collaboratively with the Institution’s museums and research centers, ensuring that the contributions of the Latino community in the arts, history, national culture, and scientific achievement are explored, presented, celebrated, and preserved.

February-November | Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI), Congressional Internship Program, Washington, D.C.
Southwest Airlines was the official airline for the CHCI Internship Program, which brought 78 interns from across the nation to Washington, D.C., for an eight or 12-week internship on Capitol Hill.

March | Hispanas Organized for Political Equality (HOPE), HOPE Youth Leadership Program, Los Angeles
Southwest Airlines sponsored the HOPE Youth Leadership Program, a program dedicated to serving 300 low-income, first generation, high school-age Latinas for a self-sufficient future that will allow for economic and political parity through a college education.

March | MANA de San Diego, Hermanitas Mentorship Program’s Avanzamos Conference, San Diego
Southwest Airlines helped MANA de San Diego congregate more than 60 7th-12th grade Latinas to explore STEM workshops including bioengineering, planetary science, and chemistry.

March | TELACU Education Foundation, College Success Program Leadership Retreat, Lake Arrowhead, CA
This life-changing retreat enhances first-generation Latino students’ team building and communication skills; promotes bonding with their peers and community engagement; and develops their self-respect, self-esteem, self-discovery, and confidence in a way that cannot be achieved through classroom-style workshops or sessions.

March-November | Latino Leaders Network, Latino Leaders Luncheon Series, Chicago, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C.
The Latino Leaders Luncheon Series consists of quarterly events that provide a platform for prominent Latino leaders to share their personal stories of overcoming obstacles to achieve success.

April | Hispanics in Philanthropy (HIP) Annual Membership Meeting: Art, Identity, and the Changing Narrative about Latinos, San Francisco
Southwest Airlines sponsored HIP’s mission to strengthen Latino communities by increasing resources for the Latino and Latin American civil sector; increasing Latino participation and leadership throughout the field of philanthropy; and fostering policy change to enhance equity and inclusiveness.

April | Valle del Sol, Golf Fore Kids, Phoenix
Southwest Airlines is the official airline of Valle del Sol. The organization inspires positive change by investing in health and human services to strengthen families with tools and skills for self-sufficiency and by building the next generation of Latino and diverse leaders.

April | Conexion Americas, A Cup of Coffee for Conexion Americas, Nashville
Southwest Airlines sponsored A Cup of Coffee for Conexion Americas, or el cafecito, Conexion Americas’ annual fundraising breakfast, which showcases program participants and their successes.

April | Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Greater Kansas City, Comida, Kansas City
Southwest Airlines was a sponsor of Comida, the 2nd Annual Latin Culinary Arts Experience. Proceeds benefitted the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Greater Kansas City and the Greater Kansas City Hispanic Collaborative.

April | South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (SFLHCC), Education Enhancement Program, Miami
SFLHCC promotes the continued growth and development of the Hispanic business community and serves as a resource center and forum to advocate for Hispanic and minority-owned businesses.  Southwest is the exclusive sponsor of the SFLHCC Education Program.

April-November |The Mexican American Legal Defense & Educational Fund (MALDEF), 2015 National Awards Galas, Washington, D.C., Chicago, San Antonio, and Los Angeles
Southwest Airlines is the official national airline sponsor of MALDEF’s 2015 National Awards Galas, where MALDEF honors individuals whose work has been instrumental in addressing the issues and meeting the needs of the Latino community in the United States. 

May | Mi Casa Resource Center, Women’s Empowerment Luncheon, Denver
Southwest Airlines sponsored the Women’s Empowerment Luncheon.  The luncheon highlighted inspirational stories, networking and an introduction to the important work Mi Casa Resource Center does to empower women.

May | Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (AZHCC), Annual Black & White Ball, Phoenix
The AZHCC serves as the primary advocate for Latino-owned businesses statewide by offering seminars, workshops, marketing and networking events, as well as a variety of well-established, high-profile sponsorship opportunities for our corporate and community partners.

May | Hispanic Metro Chamber of Portland Latino Scholarship Program, Portland
The Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber works with all members of the community to increase the economic advancement of Latinos in Oregon and southwest Washington.

May | Barrio Logan College Institute (BLCI), “Opportunity for Impact”, San Diego
Southwest Airlines was a sponsor of the annual “Opportunity for Impact” event, which raises funds for BLCI’s after school college-prep programs that begin in third grade and continue through college completion. BLCI provides low-income, under-represented, and first-generation college-bound students a wide array of support services and resources including academic tutoring, college preparation, career exploration, renewable scholarships, parental support, mentors, field trips, and workshops. Annually, 100 percent of BLCI’s high school graduates enroll in colleges/universities nationwide.

Summer | Chicano Latino Youth Leadership Project (CLYLP), California
Southwest Airlines is a sponsor of the Chicano Latino Youth Leadership Project, which enhances and builds the leadership potential of California’s Chicano/Latino youth to build communities and create a stronger, more prosperous state and nation. Southwest supports CLYLP’s four annual conferences; Sacramento Leadership Conference, Los Angeles Institute, San Joaquin Valley Institute, and the Bay Area Institute.

August | Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Denver, Sabor, Denver
Southwest Airlines was a supporter of the 2015 Sabor event.  Sabor is known as the largest Hispanic business event in Metro Denver. Funding raised from Sabor will go directly to creating jobs for Hispanics, creating business opportunities for Hispanic businesses, and creating a thriving economic environment for companies who do business in the Hispanic market.

August | Celebrando Latinas Conference, San Diego
Southwest Airlines is the official airline sponsor for Celebrando.  The conference is a day to empower and educate over 1,100 Latinas in health, business and technology. 

September | Southwest Airlines, The Power of Inclusion: My Journey, Dallas
Southwest Airlines hosted its Power of Inclusion Event in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month.  This year’s event focused on highlighting the story of Deborah Acosta Conder, Deputy Director of External Relations, NASA Johnson Space Center.  Employees joined at the Company’s headquarters to celebrate and learn together.

Sept. 17 | Hispanic Heritage Foundation, 28th Annual Hispanic Heritage Awards, Washington, D.C.
Southwest Airlines is the official airline of Hispanic Heritage Foundation and supports its annual Hispanic Heritage Awards. The Hispanic Heritage Awards were established by The White House in 1987 to commemorate the creation of Hispanic Heritage Month in America. The Hispanic Heritage Awards are considered among the “highest honor for Latinos by Latinos” and recognize notable Latinos who have made a positive impact on America, and the world, in various fields.

Sept. 18-19 | National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO), 11th Annual National Summit on the State of Latino Education: Developing a Latino College Completion Policy Agenda, Washington, D.C.
The NALEO 11th Annual National Summit on the State of Latino Education is a two-day professional development opportunity aimed at enhancing Latino policymakers’ knowledge of the most pressing and timely policy issues in the field of postsecondary education.  

Oct. 17 | Tucson Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (THCC), Annual Noche de Exitos Gala, Tucson
Southwest Airlines is a member and supporter of the Tucson Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.  The THCC is recognized as the largest Latino organization in Arizona, with more than 1,100 member businesses representing tens of thousands of employees.

Oct. 22 | National Puerto Rican Leadership Council Education Fund (NPRLC), Annual Summit, Orlando
The National Puerto Rican Leadership Council Education Fund is a Florida nonprofit corporation created to help pass the “leadership torch” to future generations.  They inspire youth through unbiased education and exemplary leadership.  Southwest Airlines is the primary sponsor of the annual summit.

Oct. 22 | Chicanos Por La Causa (CPLC), 17th Annual Esperanza Latino Teacher Awards, Phoenix
Southwest Airlines is the official airline of CPLC in both Phoenix and Tucson, the only community development corporation in Arizona that offers extensive services in both urban and rural areas. The extensive programs cover economic development, education, community development (housing), and social services.

Nov. 6 | National Museum of Mexican Art, Dia de los Muertos Ball: Love Never Dies, Chicago
Southwest Airlines is the official airline of this cultural gem, dedicated to showcasing the incredible artistic talent of Mexican and Mexican-American artists.

Nov. 7 | Puerto Rican Arts Alliance, National Cuatro Fest, Chicago
Southwest Airlines is the official airline of this cultural institution dedicated to preserving Puerto Rican arts and culture. The National Cuatro Festival celebrates the music of their national instrument.

ABOUT SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO.
In its 45th year of service, Dallas-based Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) continues to differentiate itself from other air carriers with exemplary Customer Service delivered by more than 47,000 Employees to more than 100 million Customers annually.  Southwest operates more than 3,600 flights a day, serving 95 destinations across the United States and six additional countries.  Southwest service to Belize City, Belize, begins Oct. 15, 2015.  Subject to foreign government approval, service to Liberia, Costa Rica, begins Nov. 1, 2015.

Based on the U.S. Department of Transportation’s most recent data, Southwest Airlines is the nation’s largest carrier in terms of originating domestic passengers boarded. The Company operates the largest fleet of Boeing aircraft in the world, the majority of which are equipped with satellite-based WiFi providing gate-to-gate connectivity while over the United States.  That connectivity enables Customers to use their personal devices to access streaming music provided by Apple Music or to view video on-demand movies and television shows, as well as nearly 20 channels of free, live TV compliments of our valued Partners. Southwest is the only major U.S. airline to offer bags fly free®  to everyone (first and second checked pieces of luggage, size and weight limits apply, some airlines may allow free checked bags on select routes or for qualified circumstances), and there are no change fees, though fare differences might apply. In 2014, the airline proudly unveiled a bold new look:  Heart.  The new aircraft livery, airport experience, and logo, showcase the dedication of Southwest Employees to connect Customers with what’s important in their lives.

From its first flights on June 18, 1971, Southwest Airlines launched an era of unprecedented affordability in air travel described by the U.S. Department of Transportation as “The Southwest Effect,” a lowering of fares and increase in passenger traffic whenever the carrier enters new markets.  With 42 consecutive years of profitability, Southwest is one of the most honored airlines in the world, known for a triple bottom line approach that contributes to the carrier’s performance and productivity, the importance of its People and the communities they serve, and an overall commitment to efficiency and the planet. The 2014 Southwest Airlines One Report™ can be found at SouthwestOneReport.com.

Book Southwest Airlines’ low fares online at Southwest.com or by phone at 800-I-FLY-SWA.

Yaveo Launches Its First Virtual Film Festival with the San Francisco Latino Film Festival

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EL SEGUNDO, California, Sept. 18, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Yaveo is throwing its first-ever virtual film festival to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. The Spanish-language streaming entertainment service is a premier sponsor of the 2015 Cine+Mas San Francisco Latino Film Festival.  

Yaveo will show its support of Latino cinema in 2 more ways. A virtual film festival will run on the Yaveo streaming service from Sept. 21 – Oct. 18. And, Yaveo will extend its normal first week free offer to 2 weeks as part of this celebration.

The virtual film festival will stream award-winning and critically acclaimed films from Latin America, Europe and the U.S. It will feature 9 new films from this year’s Cine+Mas festival, which runs from Sept. 18-27, and 3 films from previous festivals.

Films will include:

  • Two Waters (Costa Rica)
  • 3 Beauties (Venezuela)
  • Conducta (Cuba)
  • Viento Aparte (Mexico)
  • Blue Lips (Spain/Argentina)
  • Two Days of Luck (Mexico)
  • The Deadman (Peru)
  • Parabellum (Argentina)
  • Soledad (United States)
  • Life After (Argentina)
  • Living Quechua (U.S.)
  • Farewell (Brazil)

“Movies are at our core. We’re so excited to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by sharing these amazing films with our subscribers,” says Hanny Patel, senior director, Revenue and Product Marketing, DIRECTV, now part of the AT&T family. We are thrilled to partner with Cine+Mas to deliver films and content to fans who are unable to attend the festival in person. From narrative features, documentaries, to short films, our virtual film festival has something for every movie lover.”

“Yaveo brings high-quality Spanish-language content to the U.S. Hispanic community. It makes it easy to get content that they can’t find anywhere else,” said Lucho Ramirez, Cine+Mas festival director. “Together we’ll bring new and diverse entertainment to this audience.”

The purpose of the virtual film festival is to educate, entertain, and recognize the work of Latin American, Spanish, and U.S. Latino filmmakers— which otherwise may not be seen here in the U.S. Viva Pictures LLC. helped acquire the films.

To sign up for the Yaveo service, customers should visit Yaveo.com. Yaveo is available for $7.99 per month and only requires an internet connection.  New subscribers will receive the first 2 weeks free if they sign up from Sept. 15 – Oct. 15, 2015.* Yaveo subscribers get exclusive and hard to find on-demand content. They can easily watch movies, TV series, novelas, kids’ programming, documentaries, and music. The content comes from trusted Spanish programmers such as Canal Once, Caracol, Galavision, MTV, Nickelodeon, RCN, Telemundo, Tr3s, UniMas, Univision, Vemox, Video Rola and more.

*A valid payment method is required to enroll, and will be charged at the end of the two week free offer period (which starts right after sign on) and on a monthly basis unless you cancel before the free offer period ends. You can cancel or change your subscription at any time through the Account Management page. Once your two-week free offer period is over, no refunds will be issued if you cancel before the end of a monthly term, but you will continue to have access to the service until the monthly term ends. Only two programs may be streamed at the same time. Live channels included for a limited time with the Yaveo $7.99 service. See the offer details for more information. Offer ends 10/15/15. Service only available in the United States (excluding Puerto Rico and US Territories).  All functions and programming subject to change at any time.

About Yaveo

Yaveo is a Spanish language streaming service from DIRECTV.  A satellite TV subscription is not required.  The Yaveo service is currently available on the internet, or can be downloaded via apps for iPhone and iPad, Android devices, Xbox 360 and Roku. Yaveo offers a digital library of Spanish language content filled with critically acclaimed movies, popular TV shows, nostalgic telenovelas and live streaming sports, including beIN SPORTS en Espanol. Yaveo brings subscribers popular as well as hard to find content such as TV shows and movies from Latin America, Spain, and the U.S. Subscribers also have access to content from networks and studios such Caracol, Cine Sony Television, HOLA! TV, MTV, Nick en Espanol, Telemundo,Tr3s and Univision.

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About AT&T

AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T) helps millions around the globe connect with leading entertainment, mobile, high speed Internet and voice services. We’re the world’s largest provider of pay TV. We have TV customers in the U.S. and 11 Latin American countries. In the U.S., our wireless network offers the nation’s strongest 4G LTE signal and the most reliable 4G LTE network. We offer the best global wireless coverage*. And we help businesses worldwide serve their customers better with our mobility and secure cloud solutions.

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About Cine+Mas SF

Cine+Mas SF contributes to the Bay Area’s active and diverse arts scene through the San Francisco Latino Film Festival, year round programming and special events centered on the celebration of Latino arts including the visual, performance, and literary arts. Cine+Mas SF is the presenter of the San Francisco Latino Film Festival (September 18-27, 2015) that takes place in theatres and cultural centers throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. The festival screens award winning and critically acclaimed documentary and feature films throughout Latin America, South America and the USA.

TELEMUNDO Premieres Season Two of Super Series “Senora Acero” Simultaneously Across Multiple Platforms This Coming Tuesday, September 22 at 10pm/9c

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TELEMUNDO Premieres Season Two of Super Series “Senora Acero” Simultaneously Across Multiple Platforms This Coming Tuesday, September 22 at 10pm/9c

For the First Time in its History, TELEMUNDO Offers a Simultaneous Premiere on Linear television, Video on Demand, Telemundo.com, Twitter, Periscope and YouTube

Special “Noche de Acero” Programming Includes a Noticias Telemundo Special “Las mujeres del narco” (7pm/6c), and a Two-hour Recap of Season One (8pm/7c), Followed by the Second Season Premiere at 10pm/9c

Innovative Original Content Available Including First Ever Interactive Digital Comic Book, and a Facebook App, Gifs and Memes


MIAMI, Sept. 18, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — As part of the premiere of the second season of its highly-rated Super Series “Senora Acero,” TELEMUNDO will present a special “Noche de Acero” programming block on Tuesday, September 22. The special prime time schedule begins at 7pm/6c with “Las mujeres del narco,” a news special produced by Noticiero Telemundo that investigates the role of women in the world of drug trafficking. The special will be followed at 8pm/7c with a two-hour recap of season one of “Senora Acero,” allowing viewers to relive key moments as the non-stop action leading up to the much-anticipated premiere of the second season at 10pm/9c. For the first time in its history, the network will air the premiere simultaneously on linear television, Video On Demand, Telemundo.com, Twitter, Periscope and YouTube.

Experience the interactive Multimedia News Release here: http://www.multivu.com/players/Spanish/7629451-telemundo-senora-acero-season-two-premiere/

Synonymous for innovative original content, TELEMUNDO has created several marketing elements to complement the premiere of the second season of “Senora Acero.” For the first time ever, the network has created an interactive digital comic book integrating the latest parallax and web technologies to deliver an audiovisual experience like no other. The interactive comic book and Facebook App detailing the first season is now available on Telemundo.com/AceroComic. Additionally, the network has partnered with digital content creator Giphy, to generate multiple shareable gifs and memes containing memorable moments and quotes from the first and second seasons.

The story that made “Senora Acero” an audience phenomenon, reaching high ratings throughout season one, stars Blanca Soto and a stellar supporting cast from season one including Litzy, Lincoln Palomeque, Jose Luis Resendez, Jorge Zarate, Aurora Gil, Alejandro Calva, Valentina Acosta, Alberto Agnesi, Alejandro Garcia, Andy Zuno, Luciana Silveyra and Sergio Lozano. Season two also features Ana Lucia Dominguez, Rodrigo Guirao, Diego Soldano, Carla Hernandez, Francisco Pakey Vazquez, Oscar Priego, Mauricio Martinez and Astrid Hernandez, as well as an up-and-coming young cast including Michel Duval, Isabel Burr and Mauricio Henao.

As season two begins, Sara Aguilar (Blanca Soto) has been in jail for five years without a sentence when an attack on her teenage son, Salvador (Michel Duval), leaves her determined to escape from Puente Grande prison. The attempt ends in tragedy and a 25-year jail term. Fate has other plans, however, and Sara’s best friend Aracely (Litzy), discovers a key piece of evidence that can set Sara free. From that moment on, her enemies will have to reckon with the fury of Senora Acero.

Produced for Telemundo Studios by Argos Television, “Senora Acero” was written by Roberto Stopello (“La Reina del Sur”) and directed by Miguel Varoni (“Senora Acero” Season One) and Carlos Villegas (“El Senor de los Cielos”). Joshua Mintz and Mariana Iskandarani (“El Senor de los Cielos”) serve as executive producers.

Viewers and fans can follow the Super Series on Facebook.com/SraAcero and Twitter @SraAcero. For more information, please visit nbcumv.com and follow the Public Relations Department @TLMDPR on Twitter.

TELEMUNDO, a division of NBCUniversal Hispanic Group, is a world-class media company, leading the industry in the production and distribution of high-quality Spanish-language content across its multiplatform portfolio to U.S. Hispanics and audiences around the world. TELEMUNDO’s multiple platforms include the TELEMUNDO Network, a Spanish-language television network featuring original productions, theatrical motion pictures, news and first-class sports events, reaching U.S. Hispanic viewers in 210 markets through its 17 owned stations, which includes a full power station in Puerto Rico that reaches 99% of all TV households in that DMA, and broadcast and MVPD affiliates; TELEMUNDO Digital Media, which distributes TELEMUNDO’s original content across digital and emerging platforms including mobile devices and www.telemundo.com; and Telemundo Internacional, the international distribution arm which has positioned TELEMUNDO as the second largest provider of Spanish-language content worldwide by syndicating content to more than 120 countries in over 40 languages.

 

Senora Acero Second Season. Monday to Friday 10PM/9c. Airs on Tuesday, September 22 on TELEMUNDO

 

Blanca Soto como Sara Aguilar– Foto Episodica

 

Blanca Soto como Sara Aguilar- Foto de galeria

 


Cine Estelar Celebrates Seventh Anniversary!

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Cine Estelar Celebrates Seventh Anniversary!


MIAMI, Sept. 18, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Cine Estelar, the leading Mexican movie channel with the most relevant portfolio and versatile movie genres for the Mexican audience in the United States, celebrates its seventh anniversary on screen on November 25th. Cine Estelar celebration joins the commemoration of the Mexican Revolution and honors a period of ten years of revolution marked by the struggle of the Mexican population to improve working conditions of peasants and workers, protect the indigenous population, and promote a national land reform.

“We celebrate our seventh anniversary in grand style! During the months of October and November Cine Estelar will feature the best movies of the Mexican Revolution. These are key to understand modern Mexico and the spirit of our Mexican audience, brave people who offered their life for equality and the good of the Mexican nation. Documentaries and music of our own production and unpublished images of the Revolution accompany Cine Estelar tribute to the Mexican Revolution. Our thematic portfolio around the Mexican Revolution include movies, exclusive images, video documentaries, and songs, making it the most complete and extensive nowadays and unsurpassed by any other movie channel in Spanish language, thus, positioning Cine Estelar as the most preferred movie channel by our Mexican audience,” said Carlos Vasallo, President and CEO of Cine Estelar.

In addition, “Cine Estelar honors seven of the greatest writers of Spanish language, Nobel prize laureates, writers, Latin American leaders and artists showcasing seven representative films written and adapted by them,” said Carlos Vasallo, President and CEO of Cine Estelar. This artistic selection will include ‘Los Cachorros’ by Mario Vargas Llosa, ‘El Gallo de Oro’ by Juan Rulfo, ‘La Doncella de Piedra’ Romulo Gallegos, ‘Patsy mi amor’ by Gabriel Garcia Marquez, ‘Barroco’ Alejo Carpentier, ‘Muneca Reina’ by Carlos Fuentes and ‘Tirano Banderas’ by Ramon del Valle-Inclan.

During the celebration, Cine Estelar will screen 30 films of the Mexican Revolution, among which are: ‘El Centauro del Norte’, ‘La Guerillera Villa’, ‘La Marcha de Zacatecas’, ‘El Caudillo’, ‘Viva la Soldadera’, ‘Juan Charrasqueado y Gabino Barrera’ and ‘La Valentina’.

Cine Estelar offers the widest variety of movie titles and unprecedented special productions around relevant topics for our Mexican audience. On August 15th, and during the month of August, Cine Estelar premiered the movie ‘La Fuga del Chapo’, just weeks after the escape of Chapo Guzman. It will be featured again on Thursday November 26th in celebration of Cine Estelar 7th anniversary, and the production process of the second part ‘La Fuga Chapo II’ has begun for its release next year. Cine Estelar commitment with its Pay TV Affiliates translates into ongoing investments into unique productions around issues of relevance for the Mexican audience such as the special production ‘A 30 anos del Sismo’ an extensive documentary with unpublished images of the disaster, and the film ‘Derrumbe Mortal’ showing the devastation of Mexico City.

Also, supporting Cine Estelar celebration, Cine Nostalgia will feature various productions and documentaries:

– ‘Grandes Momentos de Nuestra Historia‘, shows 30 programs of our own production with exclusive images including ‘Porfirio Diaz’, ‘Fiestas del Centenario’, ‘Francisco Villa, El Centauro del Norte’, ‘Cuando el Cine llego a la Revolucion’, ‘Emiliano Zapata, El Caudillo del Sur’, ‘La Decena Tragica’ and ‘La Revolucion Mexicana’.

– ‘Grandes Momentos de Nuestra Musica’ will broadcast 30 musical pieces around the Revolution with the interpretation and original images of Jose Alfredo Jimenez, Antonio Aguilar, Lucha Villa and Vicente Fernandez and a selection of songs such as ‘Amaneci en tus brazos’, ‘Me canse de rogarte’, ‘Si nos dejan’.

– ‘Grandes Momentos de Nuestro Cine’ will show 30 programs on the origin of major productions of the Mexican Revolution such as ‘La Sombra de Pancho Villa’,’ Mexico Lindo’, ‘Pueblo en Armas’, ‘The Soldadera’ , ‘Pancho Villa Vuelve’, “El Cine y la Revolucion’ among others.

Additional information of Cine Estelar programming is available on our web site http://www.cinestelar.tv/

 


Honda Debuts Dynamic New 10th Generation Civic Sedan for North America: The Most Ambitious Remake of Civic Ever

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Honda Debuts Dynamic New 10th Generation Civic Sedan for North America: The Most Ambitious Remake of Civic Ever





Honda Debuts Dynamic New 10th Generation Civic Sedan for North America: The Most Ambitious Remake of Civic Ever

Honda Debuts Dynamic New 10th Generation Civic Sedan for North America: The Most Ambitious Remake of Civic Ever
Honda Debuts Dynamic New 10th Generation Civic Sedan for North America: The Most Ambitious Remake of Civic Ever


LOS ANGELES, Sept. 16, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Honda took to YouTube today to unveil an all-new, dynamically styled 10th-generation 2016 Civic Sedan, slated for sale in the U.S. this fall. With a more athletic stance and sportier driving position, the 2016 Civic Sedan is a new-from-the-ground-up design intended to recapture the sporty character of Civic while creating the world’s best compact car – setting a new benchmark in the mainstream compact class for fun-to-drive performance, safety performance and fuel efficiency, together with a new level of refinement.

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The Civic Sedan is the first in a series of new 10th-generation Civic models that will include a sedan, coupe, high-performance Si models, a 5-door hatchback and the first-ever Civic Type-R model for the U.S. market, comprising the most diverse and innovative lineup in Civic’s 43-year history.

“This tenth-generation Civic is quite simply the most ambitious remake of Civic we’ve ever done,” said John Mendel, executive vice president of American Honda Motor Co, Inc. “We are bringing more new technology and innovative thinking to Civic than ever before to establish a new benchmark for fun-to-drive performance, fuel efficiency, safety performance and refinement in the compact class.”

Backing up the new Civic’s dramatic and sporty design with new power and efficiency, for the first time the 2016 Civic will feature two all-new engines – including the first-ever application of Honda turbo engine technology in the U.S. These powerful and fuel-efficient new engines combine with a sophisticated new body and chassis design to deliver incredibly responsive and sporty performance with a higher level of ride refinement and class-leading fuel efficiency.

The 2016 Civic Sedan will be available with the Honda Sensing™ suite of advanced safety and driver-assistive technologies, including Collision Mitigation Braking, Road Departure Mitigation and, for the first time in a Honda, Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow – bringing new value to the compact segment.

Further, the 2016 Civic lineup joins the freshened 2016 Accord in offering advanced smartphone integration with a new, 7-inch high-definition Display Audio touchscreen, offering tech-savvy customers a more advanced and intuitive connected-car experience.

Apple CarPlay® takes the things you want to do with your iPhone while driving and puts them right on your car’s built-in display. You can get directions, make calls, send and receive messages, and listen to music right from the touchscreen or by voice via Siri. Supported apps include Phone, Messages, Maps, Music and compatible third party apps. Apple CarPlay® is compatible with iOS 8.4 or later and iPhone 5 or later.

Android Auto™ was designed to give drivers a simple, intuitive way through touch and voice to minimize the potential for distraction so the driver can stay focused on the road. Compatible with Android 5.0 and higher, Android Auto features Google Maps, Google Now, messaging, music and numerous popular apps.

Sporty Civic Design
The dramatic and sporty new Civic design is grounded in its more athletic stance and low and wide proportions. Compared to the current model, the 2016 Civic Sedan is nearly 2 inches wider and 1 inch lower with a 1.2-inch longer wheelbase, featuring a more compact and sporty front overhang, a longer, more aggressively sculpted hood and fastback-style tail.

The taut and tidy proportions of the new Civic Sedan are complemented and accentuated by refined design details, including sleek and swept-back bodylines, a sharp and aggressive face and bulging wheel arches. The new Civic’s more premium compact sedan character is also highlighted by its available LED exterior lighting, including new Honda LED headlights (in-line type), LED daytime running lights (standard) and distinctive C-shaped LED taillights (also standard).

“The new Civic really is the embodiment of our global design team’s goal of styling a dramatic form that follows and speaks to the dynamic function of this ambitious redesign,” said Jarad Hall, Senior Exterior Designer and project leader of the Civic Sedan, Honda R&D Americas. “The low and wide proportions, with the wheels pushed to the outmost corners, emphasize the Civic’s dynamic handling prowess and give the car a crouched and muscular look, like a tiger ready to pounce.”

Two All-new Engines
The 2016 Civic Sedan will feature two all-new, more powerful and fuel-efficient engines. Civic Sedan LX and EX trims will be powered by a 2.0-liter, 16-valve, DOHC i-VTEC™ 4-cylinder – the most powerful base engine ever offered on Civic – mated to either a 6-speed manual (LX trim) or continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). Civic Sedans in EX-T, EX-L trims and Touring trims will be powered by a 1.5-liter, direct-injected and turbocharged 16-valve DOHC inline-4, mated to a unique CVT, delivering a new level of responsiveness in this capacity class of turbocharged engine.

The new 1.5-liter powerplant is the first turbocharged engine on a U.S. Honda model and the most powerful engine ever offered on a non-Si Civic in America. Both engines will offer top-in-class performance and fuel efficiency, and are targeted to receive EPA highway fuel economy ratings in excess of 40 mpg. Additional powertrain details and specifications will be announced closer to launch.

Advanced and Sporty New Body and Chassis
The 2016 Civic will set a new standard for dynamic handling, steering, ride quality and cabin quietness in the compact class, courtesy of its all new platform, featuring the most rigid and tightly sealed body and the most sophisticated chassis in Civic history.

Advancing the sporty character of this all-new Civic is its more sporty driving position, with a one-inch lower hip point compared to the current car. The lower hip point is enabled by the new Civic’s lower floor and engine and its all-new suspension design. The new Civic chassis features a redesigned strut front suspension and a new multi-link rear suspension mounted to an ultra-rigid rear subframe.

Torsional rigidity of the new body is improved by 25 percent, aided in part by more intensive use of ultra-high-strength steel. Twelve percent of the unit body is made of ultra-high-strength steel, up from 1 percent on the current model. Aerodynamic efficiency is improved by 12 percent to class-leading levels, in part through the use of full underbody covers—a Civic first. Despite its larger size, the new Civic unit body is 68 pounds lighter than before, while new body-sealing techniques result in a 58-percent reduction in cabin air leaks. Class-leading cabin quietness is further improved by the use of premium noise-reducing features, including a flush-mounted acoustic glass windshield, a more tightly sealed engine compartment and triple-sealed doors. To achieve the Civic development team’s high targets for dynamic performance and refined ride quality, the new Civic Sedan utilizes hydraulic compliance bushings, a technology typically reserved for more expensive vehicles, aiding the isolation of road vibration. Additional new chassis technologies include variable gear ratio steering, beefier front and rear stabilizer bars and standard 4-wheel disc brakes, along with the application of new Agile Handling Assist brake-torque vectoring technology for more precise and agile cornering.

Spacious, Sophisticated and Advanced Cabin
The new Civic interior is designed to offer the most comfortable, sophisticated and premium-feeling cabin in the compact class. An additional 3.7 cubic feet of interior space translates into the largest cabin in the compact segment with 2 inches of added rear-seat legroom versus the outgoing model. In front, new ultra-thin front roof pillars enable class-leading forward visibility; and at the rear, trunk space has been increased by 2.6 cubic feet with a lower liftover height, larger opening and wider and taller cargo area. Civic Sedan EX and above trims will feature a 60/40 split and folding rear seat.

The 2016 Civic Sedan offers customers more premium features than ever before. New standard equipment includes automatic climate control – dual-zone on EX-L and higher trims; auto-up/down front power windows; an electronic parking brake with Brake Hold; Walk-Away auto door locks and an adjustable driver’s seat thigh support with 14 degrees of tilt (EX-L and above). All Civic Sedan models also feature a larger, reconfigurable new center console with up to 7.2 liters of secure storage space, approaching SUV levels of console utility.

The new Civic interior strikes a more premium tone with high-quality materials and high-contrast finishes. These include a new one-piece, soft-touch instrumental panel with molded stitching; more premium seat fabrics; a new full-color TFT center meter (EX and above trims); a center console with piano black finish and high-contrast sliver bezel; door inserts with live stitching; an LED shift indicator and LED overhead lighting; and for EX and higher trims, a leather shift boot. Upper grades offer even more premium features, including an 8-way power adjustable driver’s seat, 4-way power front passenger’s seat, heated front and rear seats and heated side mirrors.

Civic Manufacturing
Civic Sedans for the North American market will be produced at the company’s Greensburg, Indiana and Alliston, Ontario, Canada auto plants. The new Civic’s 2.0-liter and 1.5-liter turbo engines will be manufactured in Anna, Ohio, and the vehicle’s two automatic transmissions (CVTs) will be sourced from Honda plants in Russells Point, Ohio, and Celaya, Mexico.

The new Civic utilizes numerous new manufacturing processes and technologies to advance quality, efficiency and fun-to-drive performance – the result of new investment in Honda automobile and engine plants in North America. This includes the addition of the company’s innovative new inner-frame weld body construction process in both Indiana and Canada, a system first utilized for production of the 2015 Honda Fit. This new general weld system creates a more lightweight, rigid and strong body structure that helps enable the Civic’s class-leading fuel efficiency, outstanding safety performance and fun-to-drive experience.

About Civic
Civic is Honda’s best-selling car globally, the best-selling compact car in America with individual retail car buyers for the past eight years1 and the most popular car with U.S. millennials2. The first-generation Civic debuted in America in 1972, and Civic has played a leading role in advancing fuel efficiency, small-car safety performance, design, technology and fun-to-drive performance for nine generations. American car buyers have purchased more than 10 million Civics throughout its 43 years in the U.S. market, and Civic has been manufactured in North America since 1986, with cumulative production in North America exceeding nine million Civics.

About Honda
Honda offers a complete lineup of Honda cars, trucks and service through a network of more than 1,000 Honda dealerships within the United States. Eight Honda auto plants in North America, including four in the U.S., have the capacity to produce 1.92 million automobiles each year. In 2014, more than 97 percent of the Honda and Acura automobiles sold in the U.S. were produced in North America3.

1. Based on IHS Automotive, Polk new U.S. retail vehicle registration data for 2007-2014 in the non-luxury compact car segment.

2. Based on IHS Automotive, Polk new U.S. retail vehicle registration and age of head of household data for 2015CYTD June.

3. Honda products are produced using domestic and globally sourced parts.


(Español) República presenta la campaña “Más Firme. Más Fuerte.” (Stand Stronger), una alianza para promover la ciudadanía americana

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This Sunday NBC UNIVERSO Will Air “El Gran Dia de Larry” Featuring Season 4 Finale And “Best of” With Never Before Seen Moments Of Hit Reality Series Larrymania Starring, Larry Hernandez Beginning At 9 p.m. ET/PT

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Larry Hernandez and his family in Hawaii - #Larrymania Season 4 finale September 20 at 9pmET/PT.Spanish - Larry Hernandez con su familia en Hawai - Final de la 4ta temporada de #Larrymania este domingo 20 de septiembre a las 9pmET/PT





This Sunday NBC UNIVERSO Will Air “El Gran Dia de Larry” Featuring Season 4 Finale And “Best of” With Never Before Seen Moments Of Hit Reality Series Larrymania Starring, Larry Hernandez Beginning At 9 p.m. ET/PT


Despite Family Drama Adventures Continue as Mexican Regional Music


Star Tries to Bring his Family Together


MIAMI, Sept. 17, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — NBC UNIVERSO, the modern sports and entertainment cable channel for Latinos, will broadcast “El Gran Día de Larry” featuring Season 4 finale at 9 p.m. ET/PT and the “Best of” with never before seen moments of the hit reality series Larrymania at 10 p.m. ET/PT Sunday, September 20.  To view a sneak peek, click https://youtu.be/Nn2DKPGDexs.

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On Sunday’s season finale episode family drama makes waves but despite some friction, the Hawaiian adventure continues. Viewers will get to experience the excitement Kenia and Manuela felt when they saw giant sea turtles while kayaking and laugh away with Larry’s hula dance moves.

Suspense escalates when the singer takes on surfing lessons with his sons Larry Jr. and Sebastian. Will Larry be able to overcome his fear of the ocean riding the waves?  And most importantly, will he be able to accomplish his goal of uniting his family as one and strengthening their bond?

Larrymania fans can catch up and watch full episodes of Season 1, 2 and 3 on NBC UNIVERSO’s cable providers, on NBCUNIVERSO.com, on the NBC UNIVERSO NOW APP, as well as on Video-on-Demand (VOD) for participating cable, satellite and telco services.

Viewers can check their local TV listings, or visit www.nbcuniverso.com/encuentra, to find channel information for NBC UNIVERSO on their cable, satellite and telco systems.

For more information on “Larrymania,” visit www.NBCUniverso.com

About NBC UNIVERSO: NBC UNIVERSO (www.nbcuniverso.com) is a modern sports and entertainment cable channel for Latinos, bringing the world’s top sports franchises and edgy programming to more than 40 million households in the U.S. As one of the most widely available modern cable channels for U.S. Latinos, NBC UNIVERSO delivers a thrilling mix of exclusive sports action – including FIFA World Cup™, Liga MX, Premier League, NASCAR Mexico Series, NFL and The 2016 Rio Olympics – along with signature series, blockbuster movies, music, must-see live events and strategic acquisitions, on TV, online and mobile devices. NBC UNIVERSO is part of the NBCUniversal Hispanic Group, a division of NBCUniversal (www.nbcuniversal.com), one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation (www.comcastcorporation.com). To find the NBC UNIVERSO channel number in your area, please visit www.nbcuniverso.com/encuentralo.

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Republica Unveils “Stand Stronger” Campaign For Coalition Initiative Promoting U.S. Citizenship

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Republica, one of America's leading independent cross-cultural advertising, communications and digital agencies, today unveiled 'Stand Stronger,' Citizenship Awareness Campaign, a comprehensive campaign designed to encourage the 8.8 million eligible lawful permanent residents to apply for and obtain U.S. citizenship.





Republica Unveils “Stand Stronger” Campaign For Coalition Initiative Promoting U.S. Citizenship


National Multilingual Nonpartisan Public Awareness Campaign Targets


8.8 million Eligible Permanent Residents, Inviting Them to Become U.S. Citizens


MIAMI, Sept. 17, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Republica, one of America’s leading independent cross-cultural advertising, communications and digital agencies, today unveiled “Stand Stronger,” Citizenship Awareness Campaign, a comprehensive campaign designed to encourage the 8.8 million eligible lawful permanent residents to apply for and obtain U.S. citizenship.

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Launched to coincide with the annual Citizenship Day activities, the “Stand Stronger” campaign is a project of non-profit Civic Nation that will leverage the Obama Administration’s efforts to build a multi-year, nonpartisan, educational, public awareness initiative supported by the public sector (federal, state and local governments), private sector, philanthropy and media. The goal is to educate and empower the millions of eligible permanent residents to become new Americans by pursuing the naturalization process in order to access opportunities and to reach their full potential as U.S. Citizens.

Republica is providing its services pro bono, including strategy, branding, creative, digital, messaging and social media platforms for the campaign, which are all focused on demystifying potential obstacles that are inhibiting eligible permanent residents from applying for citizenship. Key barriers to naturalization include lack of understanding about the process, concern about the English language requirement, lack of time to prepare, and real or perceived inability to pass the naturalization exam.

“By becoming an American citizen, you’ll be taking an important step toward giving your dreams a chance to grow with the promise of increased job opportunities the rights and freedoms afforded to all U.S. citizens and the opportunity to give back to the country you now call home,” says President Barack Obama in the campaign’s inaugural Public Service Announcement.

The multi-year effort will be launched in English and Spanish (“Mas Firme. Mas Fuerte.”) and will also include Chinese Mandarin and Tagalog assets, targeting regions with the greatest populations of legal permanent residents – California, New York, Texas, Florida, Illinois, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Virginia, Washington and Arizona.

“Republica is proud to launch ‘Stand Stronger,’ a campaign that we believe will inspire and mobilize those 8.8 million eligible residents to make the commitment to becoming American Citizens,” said Jorge A. Plasencia, Republica co-founder, chairman and chief executive officer. “I commend our outstanding team members who have worked tirelessly to bring the campaign to life, and thank our partners for their significant support,” added Plasencia.

“The campaign’s main message is that becoming a naturalized citizen matters – today and in the future – and will positively impact you, your family, your community, and ultimately, our country,” said Luis Casamayor, Republica co-founder, president and chief creative officer. “Our creative inspiration is that naturalization is not about changing your identity, but about building upon who you already are.”

“Stand Stronger” is a multiplatform campaign that features a website (CommitToCitizenship.org) built by Republica, as well as public service announcements, social media platforms and engagement (@StandStrongerUS), digital advertising, and print collateral. Celebrity influencers will also be incorporated into forthcoming creative assets of the campaign.

“Stand Stronger” is activated through the collaboration of a coalition of non-profit, philanthropic and private sector contributors organized by Civic Nation, a charitable and educational organization that promotes sensible public policies. In addition to Republica, other contributors include: PVBLIC Foundation, an in-kind grant making organization aggregating donated advertising to support “Stand Stronger,” and TruthCo., an innovator and pioneer of in-depth, actionable cultural insights contributing market data for the campaign.

Republica Partners for “Stand Stronger”:

Key partners for the production of the public service announcements include:

Bonsai3: Bonsai3 is a design boutique independently developing projects in motion graphics, print and web.

IndieHouse: IndieHouse represents a new breed of creative talent servicing a 360-degree approach to advertising.

3rd Eye Design Group: 3rdeye is a full-service post-production, design and animation studio offering creative solutions to advertisers, TV networks, film and production studios around the globe.

To learn more, visit CommitToCitizenship.org.

About Republica:

Founded in 2006, Republica is one of America’s leading independent cross-cultural advertising, communications and digital agencies, providing services to multinational consumer and b2b brands in the United States and Latin America. Republica, one of America’s fastest-growing private companies, is part of the Inc. 5000 Honor Roll, an exclusive group of companies ranked on Inc. magazine’s annual listing of fastest-growing companies for five consecutive years. Republica’s honors include multiple ADDY, Silver Anvil, Telly, Davey, Appy, Communicator and MarCom awards. Republica is a member of MAGNET, the world’s leading network of independent agencies. For more information, visit www.republica.net, like on Facebook at www.facebook.com/RepublicaWorld and follow @RepublicaWorld on Twitter.


OCP Artist, Pedro Rubalcava, Writes Song for Pope Francis’ Visit

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OCP Artist, Pedro Rubalcava, Writes Song for Pope Francis’ Visit


PORTLAND, Ore., Sept. 17, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — As part of the “Bienvenido Papa Francisco” campaign to provide a platform for the Hispanic community to express their joy, faith, and love for the Pope, Pedro Rubalcava was chosen to write a welcome song for Pope Francis’ visit to the United States.

“I feel honored, grateful and humbled to have the opportunity to share my sentiments and faith in this way and to welcome Pope Francis to the United States,” said Rubalcava.

“Vamos Alegres” was commissioned by executive board members of the five Catholic Hispanic Organizations that make up the leadership of the Pastoral de Conjunto during their annual leadership retreat in Miami in February of 2015. Rubalcava wrote the refrain before the retreat’s conclusion and finished the song back in his hometown of Portland.

Drawing inspiration from past well-known songs such as “We Are the World” and “Heal the World,” Rubalcava’s goal was to write an easy-to-learn song with a welcoming feel. The direction he took resulted in a “pop-rock” mid-tempo ballad that met the expectations of the Pastoral de Conjunto leadership.

“The message of the text felt to me like it not only was welcoming Pope Francis but also allowing us to join him in our resolve to follow his lead as our spiritual leader,” said Rubalcava.

He hopes the Hispanic community will add their voice and spirit to “Vamos Alegres” to provide a unique and warm welcome for the Pope.

For more information, please contact Kelcee Marcum at [email protected] or 503.460.5358.

About OCP
Oregon Catholic Press, a not-for-profit publisher of liturgical music and worship resources based in Portland, Oregon, has been in operation for more than 90 years. Worship programs produced by OCP are used in over two-thirds of Catholic churches in the United States and are distributed worldwide. Find OCP on Facebook at facebook.com/OCPMusic.

Media Contacts:
Kelcee Marcum, 503.460.5358, [email protected]


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