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GM Titanium Continues Partnership With Cain Velasquez

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GM Titanium Continues Partnership With Cain Velasquez

Two-Time and Current MMA Heavyweight Champion Will Continue Serving as Brand Ambassador


NEW YORK, Sept. 3, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The House of Marnier Lapostolle announces today that it will continue its partnership with mixed martial arts champion Cain Velasquez as brand ambassador for GM Titanium. Velasquez, a two-time and current MMA heavyweight defender, will engage fans through personal appearances at events, one-on-one training sessions, and via social media and the digital space, on behalf of GM Titanium.

Velasquez, the first Latino to win the world heavyweight title in any major combat sport, was enlisted in 2013 to represent GM Titanium, personifying its audacious and ambitious spirit. Now, as he prepares to defend his heavyweight championship this fall and make his on-screen debut in the 2015 film feature ‘Term Life’ starring Vince Vaughn, Velasquez is truly at the top of his professional game, channeling the same philosophy of boldness that GM Titanium was founded upon.

Available in California, Washington D.C., Illinois and Florida, GM Titanium features a bold combination of wild tropical orange essence, Asian Calamansi citrus and a unique five-spice blend, rounded out by exceptionally smooth Cognac. This marque disrupted the spirits landscape when it debuted as a groundbreaking, one-of-a-kind product last year from the House of Marnier Lapostolle, creators of the iconic Grand Marnier brand.

“Last year, we enlisted Cain Velasquez as GM Titanium’s brand ambassador for his embodiment of the game-changing quality of the brand,” says R. Scott Green, SVP of Marketing and Sales for the House of Marnier Lapostolle. “We’re thrilled to have him return in this role this year, especially as he prepares to defend his championship title, representing the Titan spirit more than ever.”

As he departs on his journey to defend his MMA championship title in Mexico City this November, Velasquez will also embark on a multi-city GM Titanium tour through Northern and Southern California to meet and engage with fans.

“Touring with GM Titanium will be such an amazing way for me to connect with my fans throughout the West Coast, and I couldn’t be more excited to partner with them again,” says Cain Velasquez. “As a brand, GM Titanium represents how I approach the ring every time I step in it – proving I’m the best and dominating the competition.”

GM Titanium’s flavor is complex and impactful, but not overwhelming, making it extremely versatile: enjoyable neat, on the rocks or in cocktails ranging from simple to complex.  Velasquez’s favorite cocktail combines GM Titanium and pineapple juice with a dash of Angostura bitters.

Follow GM Titanium on Social Media for a Chance to Train with Cain

Be on the lookout for details on how to win a chance to spar with Cain by following GM Titanium on Instagram at @GMTitaniumCognac. For more information on GM Titanium, follow the brand on Facebook (www.facebook.com/GMTitanium) and Twitter (@GMTitanium). To get updates on Cain Velasquez, follow him on Facebook (www.facebook.com/officialcainvelasquez), Instagram (@officialcainvelasquez) and Twitter (@cainmma).

ABOUT GM TITANIUM
GM Titanium is an ultra-premium Cognac-based spirit presented by the makers of Grand Marnier. Debuting in 2013 as a one-of-a-kind contemporary product in the spirits landscape, GM Titanium exemplifies Marnier Lapostolle’s commitment to innovation. Packaged in a modern, sleek metallic iteration of the iconic Grand Marnier bottle, GM Titanium features a bold combination of wild tropical orange essence, Asian Calamansi citrus and a unique five-spice blend, rounded out by exceptionally smooth Cognac.

ABOUT MARNIER LAPOSTOLLE NORTH AMERICA
The House of Marnier Lapostolle North America is a family owned and operated luxury spirit and wine producer and operates as the direct importer in the United States. The portfolio includes: Grand Marnier Liqueurs, GM Titanium, KAPPA Pisco, Lapostolle and Chateau de Sancerre wines.  Alexandra Marnier Lapostolle, the great granddaughter of the creator and founder of Grand Marnier, has served as Vice Chair since 2008.

Press Contact:
LFB Media Group | 646-455-0042
Sarah Vakili | [email protected]
Crystal Ramirez | [email protected]

 


Boost Mobile Introduces “Data Boost Plans” That Offer Big Data at a Small Price

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Boost Mobile Introduces “Data Boost Plans” That Offer Big Data at a Small Price

New plans reduce prices and double the amount of high-speed data for customers


IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 3, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Actions speak louder than words and Boost Mobile has always been a trailblazer in the wireless industry, making bold and disruptive moves to help consumers get more for their money. Today, Boost Mobile introduces “Data Boost Plans,” which reduce Boost’s monthly prices by $5 and double the amount of high-speed data customers receive.

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Boost changed the wireless game in 2009 with the launch of the flat-rate $50 Monthly Unlimited plan and continued to pave the road with innovations like Shrinking Payments in 2011. The new Data Boost Plans are available to new and existing customers from Sept. 3 through Nov. 3 and provide an affordable way for consumers to match their specific data needs. At $35 per month, Boost Mobile provides the lowest price for an unlimited talk, text and high-speed data prepaid plan among major carriers and can be paired with a Boost Mobile handset.1

“This is way more data at a better price,” said Dow Draper, president-Sprint Prepaid Group. “We are making the choice easy for consumers. Boost has been a disrupter before and will do it again with the launch of these new lower-priced plans that include double the data. Consumers are data hungry and always want more at the lowest price possible. Data Boost Plans satisfy what consumers crave.”

Data Boost Plans

In May, Boost responded to customers by providing choice and flexibility with Monthly Unlimited Select (MUS) plans at $40, $50 and $60 per month.  The new Data Boost Plans cost five dollars less per month than MUS and provide twice as much high-speed data.

Price

$35

$45

$55

Device Type

Any Boost Phone

Any Boost Phone

Any Boost Phone

Talk & Text

Unlimited

Unlimited

Unlimited

Data

Unlimited – Includes 1GB of high speed 3G/4G data2

Unlimited – Includes 5GB of high speed 3G/4G data

Unlimited – Includes 10GB of high speed 3G/4G data

 

Comparisons

  • Boost is the only domestic prepaid carrier to offer 1GB of high-speed data for as low as $35/month
  • On T-Mobile, customers have to spend $50/month for 1GB of high- speed data3—customers can save $180 a year with Boost
  • For $45, Boost gives two more gigabytes of high-speed data than Straight Talk
  • On the $45 plan, Boost gives twice as much high-speed data than MetroPCS’s or Cricket’s $50 plan4
  • No other tiered prepaid plan offers as much as 10GB of high-speed data

For more information on the Data Boost Plans visit www.boostmobile.com/databoost/?ECID=PR:REL:20140903:databoost_announcement.

About Boost Mobile
Established in 2002, Boost Mobile is part of the Sprint Prepaid Group. Operating on the Nationwide Sprint 4G LTE Network reaching more than 250 million people, Boost Mobile redefines value for wireless consumers with more data for less and no long-term contracts. Its award-winning customer service has been recognized more than eight times.

1 Not applicable to Blackberry 8330
2 Includes respective 3G/4G high-speed data allotment applicable to monthly plan. Video streaming may be limited to 3G speeds.
3 T-Mobile’s $50 Simple Choice plan also includes unlimited data & text in 120+ countries & destinations, unlimited texting from the U.S. to certain other countries and unlimited music streaming on select services.
4 Cricket’s $50 plan also includes unlimited texting from the U.S. to 35 countries.



Brident Dental & Orthodontics Announces Grand Opening of Office in Harlingen

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Brident Dental & Orthodontics Announces Grand Opening of Office in Harlingen

Brident Expands Access to Oral Health Care Services in South Texas


HARLINGEN, Texas, Sept. 3, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Brident Dental & Orthodontics announced the opening of an office in Harlingen, located at 1208 South Expressway 83, Suite B, providing a full-range of dental and orthodontic services to patients in the Rio Grande Valley.   

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“We look forward to offering Brident’s high quality, affordable care to the residents of Harlingen,” said Dr. Kluas Radke, Managing Doctor for Brident Dental Harlingen. “With quality and convenience as our highest priority, we are committed to providing the best care for patients in this community.”

Brident is offering a New Patient Special for $39 for patients without dental insurance, which includes a dental exam, x-rays and enrollment in a discounted cost plan for complete dental services.  All of Brident Dental’s services are backed by a unique Quality Assurance Management System (QAMS), which electronically monitors all patient visits, treatments, dental staff and clinical performance to enable high-quality care. 

Brident Dental accepts most private insurance plans and Medicaid, and offers no-interest payment plans.  In addition, offices have same-day appointments and bilingual staff. The Harlingen location is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. To learn more or to schedule an appointment, visit www.brident.com or call 1.888.871.8476.

About Brident Dental
Brident Dental & Orthodontics is an experienced dental service organization, which provides comprehensive business support services to affiliated dental offices owned by licensed dentists, with convenient locations throughout Texas.  In addition, we are affiliated with a dental and oral health maintenance organization that provides dental services in over 180 office locations with over 4,000 team members.  Being affiliated with this organization allows us to benefit from such affiliate’s long standing emphasis on high standards of quality of care, first class training, and professional development.  The Brident Dental offices are led by Dr. Soumava Sen, who brings over 20 years of experience in practicing dentistry, managing dental offices, and leading dental professionals in delivering great quality dental care.  For more information, visit www.brident.com.  


Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers Names 2014’s Top STEM Contributors

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INDUSTRY, California, Sept. 3, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) announced today the recipients of this year’s prestigious STAR Awards, recognizing key contributors in the Hispanic community in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM).

The STAR Awards are presented annually by SHPE, recognizing individuals and corporations nationally for their dedication, commitment and selfless efforts to the growth and advancement of Hispanics through STEM careers.

The STAR Awards offers several honored categories representing exceptional college students to industry professionals and public and private corporations.

The recipients of the 2014 STAR Awards will be recognized at this year’s SHPE Conference, November 5–9 in Detroit, Michigan at the COBO Convention Center.

SHPE is pleased to announce this year’s 18 outstanding STAR Award winners in each of our honorable categories.

  • Community Service – Art Felix, Northrop Grumman
  • Corporate Achievement – Edwin Antonio Rivera, Delphi Powertrain Systems
  • Diversity – Keila Martinez-Camacho, IBM
  • Educator of the Year, K-12 – Melissa Villegas-Drake, Pan American Charter School
  • Educator of the Year, Higher Education – Dr. Guillermo Aguilar, University of California, Riverside
  • Hispanic in Technology, Corporate – Cesar Ovalles, Chevron Corporation
  • Hispanic in Technology, Government – Robert Hernandez, Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division
  • Innovator Award – Moises A. Carreon, Colorado School of Mines
  • Jaime Oaxaca Award – Dr. Emir Macari, California Smart Grid Center
  • Junipero Sera Award – Steven A. Singh, PECO, and Exelon Company
  • Manager of the Year – Noe Rodriguez II, Northrop Grumman
  • Professional Role Model – James Narey, Lockheed Martin Corporation
  • Promising Engineer – Carla Sayan, Raytheon
  • SHPE Star of Today – Stephanie M. Martin, Kimberly-Clark Corporation
  • SHPE Star of Tomorrow – Elvis Silva, Boeing
  • Student Role Model, Graduate – Andrea Sanchez, University of South Florida
  • Student Role Model, Undergrad – Luis Lopez, Florida State University
  • Young Investigator Award – Elishiah J. Miller, Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

“The recipients of this year’s STAR Awards are truly outstanding and have made a significant contribution to Hispanics and STEM in the past year,” said Barry Cordero, SHPE President and Interim CEO. “I am honored to recognize these key individuals for their continued support and commitment to the Hispanic community, but most importantly, for paving the way for the next generation of STEM leaders.”

SHPE Conference 2014

The SHPE Conference is the largest annual Hispanic STEM conference in the nation bringing together more than 6,000 professionals, educators, students and corporations from throughout the U.S. for technical and professional development workshops, design contests, technical competitions, engineering challenges, network opportunities and Career Expo. Pre-register online and learn about travel and hotel discounts. More information, including early conference registration rates effective through September 30, 2014, can be found by visiting the SHPE Conference website at www.shpe.org/2014.  

About SHPE

The Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers offers a network of more than 400 chapters nationally. SHPE’s mission is to change lives by empowering the Hispanic community to realize its fullest potential and to impact the world through STEM awareness, access, support and development. SHPE provides a variety of programming and resources including hosting the largest annual Hispanic STEM conference in the nation.  For more information, visit www.shpe.org.


USHER Announces The UR Experience

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USHER Announces The UR Experience

– Grammy Award®-Winning Superstar’s First Headlining Tour in Three Years Will Visit Cities Throughout North America This Fall –

– Tickets On Sale Starting Monday, Sept. 8 at LiveNation.com and Through the Live Nation Mobile App –


LOS ANGELES, Sept. 2, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Hot on the heels of a blockbuster performance at this year’s MTV Video Music Awards and the release of his new single/video “She Came To Give It To You,” global megastar USHER announced today he will tour North America this fall, bringing The UR Experience to fans in 27 cities.

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USHER ANNOUNCES THE UR EXPERIENCE TOUR

Packed with an impressive repertoire of smash hits spanning his 20-year career, the critically-acclaimed showman will give his fans a unique experience that only the multi-talented Usher can deliver. His show will include a fresh take on early and recent songs as well as new music from his anticipated forthcoming eighth studio album. Check out the latest tour trailer at Usher’s YouTube page (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J1Pn3xCwImQ) or to download a high resolution version, use the following link: http://bit.ly/1qV7gY8.

“With The UR Experience, I want to give my fans an ever-changing live show full of surprises and special guests,” says Usher. “I am really excited to be with my fans and give them an Usher experience like they’ve never seen or heard before.”

The UR Experience is produced by Live Nation Global Touring.

The UR Experience will kick off in Montreal, Quebec, on Nov. 1 at the Bell Centre and continue through New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, Boston, Vancouver and more! Special guests on the tour include AUGUST ALSINA and DJ CASSIDY. Select market on-sales begin Monday, Sept. 8, 10:00 a.m. American Express® Card Members will have an opportunity to purchase tickets before the general public.

A full list of cities, venues and public on-sale dates is listed below. 
For the latest tour information please visit www.usherworld.com or www.livenation.com
Join the conversation at #URXTOUR.

The UR Experience
All dates and venues below subject to change.

Date

City

Venue

On-Sale Date

Nov. 1

Montreal, QC

Bell Centre

Sept. 8

Nov. 2

Toronto, ON

Air Canada Centre

Sept. 8

Nov. 4

Detroit, MI

The Palace of Auburn Hills

Sept. 15

Nov. 5

Cleveland, OH

Quicken Loans Arena

Sept. 15

Nov. 7

New York, NY

Madison Square Garden

Sept. 8

Nov. 10

Washington DC

Verizon Center

Sept. 8

Nov. 11

Philadelphia, PA

Wells Fargo Center

Sept. 8

Nov. 13

Boston, MA

TD Garden

Sept. 8

Nov. 14

Uncasville, CT

Mohegan Sun

Sept. 15

Nov. 15

Atlantic City, NJ

Boardwalk Hall

Sept. 8

Nov. 17

Chicago, IL

United Center

Sept. 8

Nov. 18

St. Paul, MN

Xcel Energy Center

Sept. 15

Nov. 21

Los Angeles, CA

Staples Center

Sept. 8

Nov. 22

Las Vegas, NV

MGM Grand Garden Arena

Sept. 15

Nov. 24

San Jose, CA

SAP Center at San Jose

Sept. 8

Nov. 26

Seattle, WA

Key Arena

Sept. 8

Nov. 27

Vancouver, BC

Rogers Arena

Sept. 8

Nov. 30

Edmonton, AB

Rexall Place

Sept. 8

Dec. 2

Broomfield, CO

1STBANK Center

Sept. 15

Dec. 4

Dallas, TX

American Airlines Center

Sept. 15

Dec. 5

Houston, TX

Toyota Center

Sept. 15

Dec. 6

New Orleans, LA

Smoothie King Center

Sept. 15

Dec. 8

Memphis, TN

FedExForum

Sept. 15

Dec. 9

Atlanta, GA

Philips Arena

Sept. 15

Dec. 12

Orlando, FL

Amway Center

Sept. 15

Dec. 13

Miami, FL

American Airlines Arena

Sept. 15

Dec. 14

Tampa, FL

Tampa Bay Times Forum

Sept. 15

              

About USHER
Challenging himself creatively and testing musical boundaries are characteristics that have defined Usher’s career since he was first discovered twenty years ago on Star Search.  Usher has been ranked by the Recording Industry Assn. of America as one of the best-selling artists in American music history, having sold over 50 million albums worldwide. He has won numerous awards including 8 Grammys and was named the #1 Hot 100 artist of the 2000s decade. Billboard named him the second most successful artist of the 2000s decade, with his career-propelling 2004 album “Confessions” being ranked as the top solo album of the 2000s decade. Usher has attained nine Hot 100 #1 hits (all as a lead artist) and 18 Hot 100 top-10 singles.

Usher is currently working on his forthcoming 8th studio album and preparing for his North American Tour. Earlier this year he completed filming his role as boxer Sugar Ray Leonard in the upcoming film  “Hands of Stone,” a biopic of champion boxer Roberto Duran which co-stars Robert De Niro and is due in theaters early 2015. In addition, Usher recently completed his second season as a coach on NBC’s Emmy award winning hit TV show “The Voice” where he proved his top-notch coaching capability by mentoring Josh Kaufman who became the champion of season 6. 

About Live Nation Entertainment
Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation & House of Blues Concerts, LN Media and Artist Nation Management. For additional information, visit: www.livenationentertainment.com.

Follow us @twitter.com/LiveNationInc

USHER ANNOUNCES THE UR EXPERIENCE TOUR


Congratulations to the 2014 Winners of the NSHMBA Brillante Awards of Excellence

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Congratulations to the 2014 Winners of the NSHMBA Brillante Awards of Excellence


IRVING, Texas, Sept. 2, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — For the past 26 years, NSHMBA has recognized corporations and individuals at the highest level in their field.  These individuals or corporations are making significant differences in our Hispanic community and their education attainment.  This year’s winners are:

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-Brillante Award for Government/Corporate Excellence
This category recognizes a corporate or government partner who has a proven track record of success in the recruitment and retention of a diverse workforce.
Corporate – GSK and Government – Department of Defense; accepting the award for the DOD, Mr. Clarence A. Johnson

-Brillante Award for Education Excellence
This category recognizes a higher education staff or institution that advocates on behalf of diverse communities and students.
Dr. Federico Zaragoza – Alamo Community College District

-Brillante Award for Community Service Excellence 
This category recognizes a community leader that exemplifies Hispanic leadership through their drive and success. Mr. John P. Santos – Augustus Hawkins High School

-Brillante Award for Entrepreneur Excellence
This category recognizes an entrepreneur who exemplifies Hispanic leadership through their drive and success.
Mr. Javier Suarez – C-Luxe Strategy

-Brillante Founder Award
This category recognizes a leader that exemplifies Hispanic leadership through their drive and success.
Judge Nelson Diaz – Dilworth Paxson LLP

-Brillante Military Award
This category recognizes and honors Hispanic heroes for their commitment, loyalty and service to our country. 
Medal of Honor Recipient Santiago J. Erevia

The Brillante award recipients will be honored at the NSHMBA Gala at the Annual NSHMBA Conference and Career Expo held on Saturday, September 27th. Tickets to the event, are $50 each, proceeds from ticket sales go to the NSHMBA Foundation, a 501c3 organization.

NSHMBA’s 25th Annual Conference & Career Expo – NSHMBA will host its Annual Conference and Career Expo at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, PA September 24-27, 2014. The conference is made possible in part by the support of NSHMBA’s co-lead sponsor GlaxoSmithKline and Vanguard; automotive partner Lincoln Motor Company, media partner Comcast, academic lead Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey and insurance partner Nationwide Insurance. Visit: www.nshmba.org/nationalconference

About NSHMBA –The National Society of Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBA) was formed in 1988.  NSHMBA aims to empower Hispanics to achieve their fullest educational, social, and economic potential. NSHMBA serves the Hispanic community and its constituents through a national network of 40 chapters and hundreds of community strategic partners across the United States and Puerto Rico. Visit www.nshmba.org


Coors Light® Presents The Calle 13 MultiViral Tour

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Coors Light® Presents The Calle 13 MultiViral Tour


Tour Stops in Six Major U.S. Cities to Promote the Band’s Fifth Studio Album


CHICAGO, Sept. 2, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — This fall, Coors Light is hitting the road with Grammy Award-winning Latin hip hop group Calle 13, as the official sponsor of the MultiViral North American tour. From Sept. 6 through Oct. 12, Calle 13 fans 21 and older in New York, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, San Diego, San Francisco and Las Vegas will get to experience the artful intensity of their latest album “MultiViral,” while enjoying the refreshing taste of the band’s beer of choice, Coors Light.

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“MultiViral” is Calle 13’s fifth studio album and the first released through the band’s new independent label, El Abismo. The album, which debuted March 1, 2014, is the only Latin music release included in Rolling Stone’s mid-year report on “The Best Albums of 2014 So Far.” An inspiring blend of musical and spoken word collaborations, Rolling Stone calls “MultiViral” “… as ambitious a hip-hop album – if that’s not too narrow a term – as any in any language.”

The Puerto Rican duo, also referred to as “Residente” and “Visitante,” have toured and earned praise from fans all over the Latin world with 19 Latin Grammy and two Grammy Award wins. Calle 13’s alternative take on hip hop and Latin genres have spurred collaborations with artists such as Ruben Blades, Tego Calderon, Nelly Furtado, Shakira, Alejandro Sanz, Omar Rodriguez and Mars Volta, among others.

Tickets to the MultiViral tour concerts can be purchased directly on ticketmaster.com.

Tour Dates:

New York City – Sept. 6, Best Buy Theater
Washington, D.C. – Sept. 26, Echostage
Philadelphia – Sept. 27, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts

San Diego – Oct. 8, House of Blues
San Francisco – Oct.10, The Warfield
Las Vegas – Oct. 12, Brooklyn Bowl

About Coors Brewing Company
Coors Brewing Company was founded in 1873 by Adolph Coors, who chose the Clear Creek Valley in Golden, Colo., for his new brewery because of the pure water in the nearby Rocky Mountain springs. The brewery’s original and most enduring beer is Coors Banquet (Coors.com, Facebook.com/CoorsBanquet), still brewed exclusively in Golden using only Rocky Mountain water and high-country barley. Coors Light (CoorsLight.com, Facebook.com/CoorsLight, @CoorsLight on Twitter) was introduced in 1978 and now is the second-best-selling beer in the United States. Triple-filtered smooth Keystone Light (KeystoneLight.com, Facebook.com/KeystoneLight) is one the country’s most popular economy beers. Coors Brewing Company operates in the United States and Puerto Rico as part of MillerCoors, a joint venture of SABMiller plc and Molson Coors Brewing Company. Learn more at MillerCoors.com, at Facebook.com/MillerCoors or on Twitter through @MillerCoors.


Aeromexico Announces the Possibility of Using Electronic Devices Throughout its Flights

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Aeromexico Announces the Possibility of Using Electronic Devices Throughout its Flights

Passengers will now be able to use the authorized electronic devices from the time they board the airplane and throughout all phases of the flight

— This new policy is implemented in conformity with domestic and international safety standards


MEXICO CITY, Sept. 2, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Aeromexico, Mexico’s global airline, announced that as of this month of September, passengers can keep their mobile electronic devices, such as tablets, ebooks, video games, digital music players and smartphones turned on throughout their flights, provided all data transmission functions are turned off and their devices are kept in “flight mode.”

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Corneel Koster, Chief Operating Officer at Aeromexico, noted that the use of electronic devices on board during the flight means a technological breakthrough for the airline.

“We are the first airline in Mexico to apply this measure on our flights. With this important step, Aeromexico joins the leading carriers across the globe in offering the ease of use of technology and on board entertainment systems in a safe environment. This is great news for our customers, who will not have to interrupt their personal entertainment or work flows at any time during the flight,” he added.

The Mexican Civil Aviation Authority (DGAC) recently approved the rules needed to apply this measure, similar to the safety provisions approved by the Federal Aviation Administration of the United States (FAA), and other authorities worldwide.

Thus, Aeromexico stays at the forefront with the technology and safety needed to continue offering its passengers the best experience of travel, comfort and tranquility.

About Grupo Aeromexico

Grupo Aeromexico, S.A.B. de C.V. is a holding company whose subsidiaries are engaged in commercial aviation in Mexico and the promotion of passenger loyalty programs. Aeromexico, the largest airline in Mexico, operates more than 600 daily flights and its main hub is in Terminal 2 at the Mexico City International Airport. Its destinations network features 77 cities on three continents, including 44 destinations in Mexico, 15 in the United States, 12 in Latin America, three in Europe, two in Asia and one in Canada.

The Group’s fleet of more than 115 aircraft is comprised of Boeing 787, 777, 767 and 737 jet airliners and next generation Embraer 145, 170, 175 and 190 models. In 2012, the airline announced the most significant investment strategy in aviation history in Mexico, to purchase 100 Boeing aircraft including 90 MAX B737 jet airliners and 10 B787-9 Dreamliners.

As a founding member of the SkyTeam airline alliance, Aeromexico offers customers 1,000 destinations in 178 countries served by the 20 SkyTeam airline partners rewarding passengers with benefits including access to 564 premium airport lounges around the world. Aeromexico also offers travel on its codeshare partner flights with Delta Air Lines, Alaska Airlines, Avianca, LAN, TACA and TAM with extensive connectivity in countries like the United States, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia and Peru. www.aeromexico.com  www.skyteam.com  http://disfrutaam.tumblr.com/


Discovery En Espanol Revs Up ‘Lunes De Motores’ With Extreme Rig Makeovers

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Discovery En Espanol Revs Up ‘Lunes De Motores’ With Extreme Rig Makeovers


The network launches TEXAS TROCAS, an original production that follows the Mendez family as they manage their successful trucking business





MIAMI, Sept. 2, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Discovery en Espanol kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month with the launch of TEXAS TROCAS, a docu-reality show that introduces the Mendez family, a group of successful and talented Mexican-Americans from San Antonio with an expertise in transforming average rigs to works of art. The show follows the family dynamics and antics as they exceed their customers’ expectations by taking their transformations to unexpected heights. TEXAS TROCAS (#TexasTrocas) is set to air Mondays at 10PM E/P, during the networks’ top rated primetime block “Lunes de motores”, starting September 15th.

To view the multimedia assets associated with this release, please click: http://www.multivu.com/players/Spanish/7308351-discovery-en-espanol-new-texas-trocas-on-lunes-de-motores-for-hispanic-heritage-month/

Forty years ago, Raul Mendez Sr., the patriarch of the family, came to the United States from Mexico. He worked the fields of South Texas until he was able to save enough to purchase his own truck. After much sacrifice and effort, he successfully opened his own transportation business alongside his wife, Lupita (“La Mera”). Years later, the new generation of the Mendez family—his sons Raúl Jr. and Rolando—saw an lucrative business opportunity in personalized truck renovations and decided to expand their father’s company. It was then that Texas Chrome was born, today considered to be one of the most-respected companies in Texas, and whose truck designs have won international awards and prestige. What started out merely as a job to support a family is now an empire that continues to grow from generation to generation.

TEXAS TROCAS brings never-before-seen big rig transformations to our screen, and the story of a hard-working and close knit Mexican family, who achieved their American dream. It is a story that all Latinos can relate to and be proud of,” commented Bilai Joa Silar, Vice President of Content of Discovery en Espanol.

Each episode of TEXAS TROCAS shows the craftsmanship of the Mendez family and their crews as they convert old, rusty trucks into real works of art, while balancing the family dynamics. Rolando, the younger brother, is the creative mind behind the transformations, while Raul is more analytical and focused on the business end. Working together while keeping the peace in the family is no small feat. Differing opinions, client demands, and tight deadlines build tension and drama between the brothers, sometimes causing their wives, Johann and Lorena, and of course Lupita, “La Mera, Mera”, to step in and diffuse a situation.

To learn more about TEXAS TROCAS (#TexasTrocas) and see behind the scenes clips, visit tudiscovery.com, or follow us at facebook.com/discoveryenespanol and at Twitter @DiscoveryenESP

About Discovery en Espanol
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