Palou Leads Honda 1-2 at Road America

June 21, 2021

Honda's Alex Palou captured his second NTT INDYCAR SERIES victory of 2021 Sunday before a near-capacity crowd at Road America in Elkhart Lake, Wis.

ELKHART LAKE, Wis., June 20, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Honda’s Alex Palou claimed his second victory of the year today in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES’ visit to the National Park of Speed, Road America.

Palou, driving for Chip Ganassi Racing, started on the outside of the front row and led the final two laps en route to victory. The win puts Palou back in command of the Drivers’ Championship standings, with an 28-point lead over Pato O’Ward, and 53 points over teammate Scott Dixon.

Andretti Autosport’s Colton Herta finished second, giving Honda their second 1-2 finish of 2021 and an unofficial 29-point lead in the manufacturers’ standings.

Palou’s teammates Dixon and Marcus Ericsson, Dale Coyne Racing with RWR’s Romain Grosjean, Andretti Autosport’s Alexander Rossi and Rahal Letterman Lanigan’s Takuma Sato also all finished in the top eight with Honda power.

REV Group Grand Prix of Road America Honda Results
• 1^st Alex Palou	Chip Ganassi Racing Honda
• 2^nd Colton Herta	Andretti Autosport Honda
• 4^th Scott Dixon	Chip Ganassi Racing Honda
• 5^th Romain Grosjean-R	Dale Coyne Racing with RWR Honda
• 6^th Marcus Ericsson	Chip Ganassi Racing Honda
• 7^th Alexander Rossi	Andretti Autosport Honda
• 8^th Takuma Sato	Rahal Letterman Lanigan Honda
• 11^th Graham Rahal	Rahal Letterman Lanigan Honda
• 13^th Ryan Hunter-Reay	Andretti Autosport Honda
• 15^th James Hinchcliffe	Andretti Autosport Honda
• 17^th Jack Harvey	Meyer Shank Racing Honda
• 19^th Cody Ware-R	Dale Coyne Racing with RWR Honda
• 22^nd Jimmie Johnson-R	Chip Ganassi Racing Honda
• 23^rd Ed Jones	Dale Coyne Racing with Vasser-Sullivan Honda

NTT INDYCAR SERIES Manufacturers’ Championship (unofficial, after 9 rounds)
Honda	738 points
Chevrolet	709

NTT INDYCAR SERIES Drivers’ Championship (unofficial, after 9 rounds)
1. Alex Palou, Chip Ganassi Racing Honda	349 points [2 race wins]
2. Pato O’Ward, Arrow McLaren SP	321 [2 wins]
3. Scott Dixon, Chip Ganassi Racing Honda	296 [1 win]

Quotes
Alex Palou (#10 Chip Ganassi Racing Honda) Winner REV Group Grand Prix of Road America, Championship leader: “Oh man, I don’t know what to say. Thank you to all the #10 car crew and team. It was amazing. We had a really good car all through the race, right from the start. Honda and HPD did an amazing job, because we were able to overtake where we needed. Super happy, and super proud of this Chip Ganassi Racing Team. I can’t believe it. Mid-Ohio’s next, right? Let’s get a win there as well!”

Colton Herta (#26 Andretti Autosport Honda) Finished Second: “We were just lacking a little bit of everything today, and that kept us from challenging for the win. We were going to finish where we deserved. I think we had third-place pace today, but caught a break with Josef’s [Newgarden] problem. But the podium is nice, and happy for Gainbridge, and always happy to be powered by Honda. Big ‘thank you’ to them, and a Honda 1-2, so that’s awesome.”

Romain Grosjean (#51 Dale Coyne Racing with RWR Honda) Finished Fifth: “I think we gained more positions on track [17 passes for position] than anyone else. We lost some positions on our pit stops, but the car was great. We found something from yesterday and it was just ‘go for it, right, left, center’ all day long. It was so cool. I had great fun and enjoyed it a lot, it was a good weekend for us.”

Rebecca Johnson (Director of Production, Honda Performance Development) on today’s Honda win at Road America: “Alex [Palou, race winner] was strong all day long, and was in a position to capitalize at the end when opportunity presented itself, so it was great to see him score a second win this year. It looks like he could have a great future with us in INDYCAR racing. Colton [Herta] had another strong run today, and fully earned his podium finish, while Romain Grojean also featured today, with three Honda teams – Chip Ganassi Racing, Andretti Autosport and Dale Coyne Racing – all getting top-five results here. Now it’s on to Mid-Ohio and hopefully another win on our ‘home ground’.”

Fast Facts

Four of the five Honda partner teams in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES finished in the top eight at today’s REV Group Grand Prix of Road America.
After sweeping the double header weekend in 2020, Palou’s victory today marks the third consecutive win for Chip Ganassi Racing at Road America and fourth consecutive for Honda at the track.
Honda has scored victories in six of the nine races so far in the 2021 NTT INDYCAR SERIES. Palou previously scored at the season-opening Honda Indy Grand Prix of Alabama at Barber Motorsports Park. Scott Dixon, Colton Herta, Marcus Ericsson, Helio Castroneves have also won for Honda in 2021.
Honda drivers led in on-track passes today, with Ericsson, Grosjean, Sato, Dixon and Graham Rahal combining for passes for position.

Next
The NTT INDYCAR SERIES is back racing at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course July 2-4 for the Honda Indy 200, Presented by The HPD Ridgeline.

Honda Racing social media content and video links from Detroit can be found on Instagram (www.instagram.com/hondaracing_hpd), Twitter (twitter.com/HondaRacing_HPD) and Facebook (www.facebook.com/HondaRacingHPD). Additional features and long-form videos can be found on the Honda Racing/HPD YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/HondaRacingHPDTV).

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Super Star Farruko Announces His Long Awaited “LA 167” Tour In The United States And Puerto Rico

June 21, 2021

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The most versatile singer-songwriter of the genre, Farruko, will visit more than 12 cities in the United States and San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Tickets go on sale this Friday, June 25th, at 10:00am local time for each city (with the exception of San Jose, CA at 11:00 AM local time) through www.Farruko.com

MIAMI, June 21, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The virtuoso musician and composer, Farruko, announces his long-awaited return to the stage with his “LA 167” (La Uno Seis Siete) tour, which will take him to more than 12 cities in the United States and Puerto Rico.

At the start of this year, Farruko secured his position as one of the most creative and resourceful singer-songwriters in the industry with the release of his album “Premium,” which includes: “Oh Mama,” featuring Myke Towers and “XOXA,” featuring El Alfa. This summer, Farruko appears on the recently released F9 soundtrack, for the upcoming film of the Fast & Furious franchise, performing “Rápido” together with Myke Towers, Amenazzy, and Rochy RD.

“I’m very excited to be able to get back on stage after being away for over a year due to the pandemic. I’m also thrilled because this will be my first U.S. arena tour performing at some of the most important arenas in the United States. With this tour I will be giving back to all my fans who, during this time when the world was paralyzed, stayed connected with my music. I promise to give you a show full of energy and great music as you all deserve,” commented Farruko.

Considered one of today’s most prominent artists due to his incredible musical versatility, something that has allowed him to conquer audiences worldwide with his countless hits. Each of his projects has created a space where he, as an artist and performer, has managed to impact the world and his fans, leaving a rich legacy within the Latin music industry. He is currently working on his highly anticipated album, LA 167, to be released later this year.

“LA 167″ is presented by the entertainment, marketing, and media company, Loud And Live, and will tour the main states including California, Texas, Florida, among others, starting in November 2021 and in February 2022 will go to his native Puerto Rico.

“There isn’t a generation that does not enjoy Farruko’s music. For Loud And Live, it is a privilege to be able to collaborate once again with such an evolutionary and creative artist. The last concert we held before the pandemic was Farruko’s ‘Gangalee’ tour in Miami on January 2020; having the opportunity to give fans this in-person experience over a year later fills us with emotion and pride,” said Nelson Albareda, CEO of Loud And Live.

Below you will find the dates for Farruko’s “LA 167” tour:

DATE	CITY	VENUE
11/19/2021	San Diego, CA	Viejas Arena
11/20/2021	Ontario, CA	Toyota Arena
11/21/2021	San Jose, CA	SAP Center
11/24/2021	Dallas, TX	The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory
11/25/2021	Midland-Odessa, TX	La Hacienda
11/26/2021	Houston, TX	Smart Financial Center at Sugar Land
12/03/2021	Atlanta, GA	Gas South Arena (Formerly Infinite Energy Center)
12/04/2021	Orlando, FL	Amway Center
02/05/2022	San Juan, PR	Jose Miguel Agrelot Coliseum of Puerto Rico
02/11/2022	Miami, FL	FTX Arena (Formerly AmericanAirlines Arena)
02/12/2022	Ft. Myers, FL	Hertz Arena
02/18/2022	Newark, NJ	Prudential Center
02/19/2022	Cleveland, OH	TempleLive Center
02/20/2022	Chicago, IL	Rosemont Theatre

About Farruko
Farruko, is recognized as one of the most important musical phenomenon in the Latin music industry. Due to his great artistic versatility and his excellence on stage, the multi-platinum artist and two-time Latin Grammy winner, has managed to conquer massive worldwide audiences and become one of the most innovative exponents of the reggaeton genre. With 8 successful albums and multiple collaborations with international artists of various genres, his success has impacted the Hispanic American community in such a way that his career has been recognized by HBO in a documentary titled “Farruko: En Letra de Otro.”

His seventh studio album “Gangalee,” debuted #2 on Billboard’s “Top Latin Songs” chart, entered the global “Billboard 200” chart, and was certified 7X Multi-platinum. Within this album there are essential tracks such as “Nadie,” “Inolvidable,” “La Cartera” featuring Bad Bunny, and “Delincuente” featuring Anuel AA. Likewise, his single “Calma – Remix” together with Pedro Capó became an iconic success within Latin music, which won a Latin GRAMMY award, and was also certified platinum by the RIAA. In 2020, Farruko, received two ASCAP awards for his songs “Calma” with Pedro Capó and his global hit “Si Se Da.” Farruko’s hit “La Tóxica” also debuted in the Top 10 of Billboard’s “Latin Digital Song Sales” chart and in the Top 15 of “Hot Latin Songs,” making it Farruko’s ninth #1 on Billboard’s “Latin Airplay” chart. The single, which already has over 340 millions streams on Spotify, and more than 220 million views on YouTube also dominated several digital platforms, debuting in the Top 20 of YouTube “Top Global Music Videos” chart, reaching #1 on the “USA Hits” chart, and entering Spotify’s global “Top 50” chart. The song’s success landed the artist on the cover of prominent playlists such as Spotify’s “Baila Reggeatón” and Apple Music’s “Dale Play.” His song “Si Me Dices Que Si” together with REIK and Camilo, became an instant worldwide hit and reached the coveted #1 spot on Billboard’s “Latin Airplay” chart and was positioned in the Top 15 on the “Hot Latin Songs.” The single surpassed over 100 million views on YouTube and has been certified Platinum by the RIAA. Today, he continues to work on the production of his highly anticipated album, LA 167, which is expected this year.

About Loud And Live
Loud And Live, an entertainment, marketing, media and live events company that fuses music, sports, lifestyle and content development. Based in Miami with a presence in the United States, Europe, and Latin America, Loud And Live is driven by its passion for creating engaging experiences for global audiences. For more information, visit www.loudlive.com and www.instagram.com/loud_live.

Follow Loud And Live
www.loudlive.com
www.instagram.com/loud_live
www.instagram.com/loudliveentertainment/
www.instagram.com/loudlivesports/

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Anhelo Launches To Help Latino Seniors Navigate Medicare

June 21, 2021

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FORT LEE, N.J., June 21, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Anhelo (AnheloSalud.com) announced today its launch as a new offering dedicated to helping the Latino community navigate the complexities of Medicare.

Coming at a critical moment in the lives of Hispanic Americans, who face compounding health disparities as well as new challenges brought by the COVID-19 crisis, Anhelo begins its mission to support an underserved market. According to U.S. Census data, the number of Hispanics who qualify for Medicare is accelerating every year, yet nearly 70% of Latino adults have little to some knowledge of Medicare programs. Driven by a passion for accessibility and education, Anhelo is a company solely developed and designed for the Latino community.

To demonstrate its commitment to the Hispanic community, Anhelo has selected Dr. Juan Rivera as its official brand ambassador. Dr. Rivera is a board certified physician and well-respected Chief Medical Correspondent at Univision.

“I am excited to be partnering with Anhelo, addressing a long-standing pain point for this population. Anhelo will help our Hispanic seniors understand their available health care alternatives in a simple way, completely serviced in Spanish by a team who truly understands them,” said Dr. Rivera. “This is a game changer that will help this community get the care that they deserve.”

Anhelo evokes the dream of living a healthy and complete life, long into retirement. “We recognized there was an unmet need and deep desire for the elderly to be heard in this community and for their unique requirements to be taken into account when reviewing their Medicare options,” said Denira Borrero, Managing Director of Anhelo. “Anhelo is not about transactions, but rather about empowering Latinos with accurate information in their native language to help them make the best decision for them and their family.”

At Anhelo, customers are treated like familia. With one call, they will get answers to all their questions and understand their Medicare coverage options. Anhelo’s Customer Care Team is committed to ensuring plan holders take advantage of the benefits available to them and that the plan selected meets their needs with check-ins throughout the year.

Anhelo’s representatives are available beginning today and can be reached via phone at 1-800-372-9340. Additional information can be found online at AnheloSalud.com.

About Anhelo

Anhelo is a Medicare insurance agency providing 100% in-culture and in-language resources serving the Latino community. Through dedicated information and enrollment support in Spanish, our licensed insurance agents compare Medicare Advantage plans from the largest carriers in the U.S. to help seniors find the best plan for their specific needs. For more information, visit AnheloSalud.com.

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Andrea Flores’ new book “No Apoyo La Violencia” gives a great way for one to overcome abuse and the endless pain of suffering under the hands of the abuser.

June 21, 2021

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MOUNT PLEASANT, Texas, June 21, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Andrea Flores, a writer who was raised in Mexico and moved to the US, a strong and devoted believer of God; has completed her new book “No Apoyo La Violencia”: a heartbreaking display of the reality of abuse and the pain it causes to the heart. This manuscript will navigate individuals into standing up for themselves and training their minds and souls to defeat the evil that continues to take advantage of them.

Andrea writes, “In this book you will find tools to overcome any abuse. Secrets and guidelines to empower yourself and believe in yourself; you will wake up and become aware that no one has the right to invade and abuse your life. You will know that there are no fears or circumstances to fall into a trap of the abuser. You will see the difference of defending your rights and being prepared or orienting yourself with the right people and you will realize what you are, deserve and are worth.”

Published by Page Publishing, Andrea Flores’ brilliant creation will hopefully aid the victims of abuse and lift their hearts up with hope, courage, and abundant willpower to break free from the holds of the abuser.

Readers who wish to experience this fascinating work can purchase “No Apoyo La Violencia” at bookstores everywhere or online at the Apple iTunes store, Amazon, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or media inquiries, contact Page Publishing at 866-315-2708.

About Page Publishing:

Page Publishing is a traditional, full-service publishing house that handles all the intricacies involved in publishing its authors’ books, including distribution in the world’s largest retail outlets and royalty generation. Page Publishing knows that authors need to be free to create, not mired in logistics like eBook conversion, establishing wholesale accounts, insurance, shipping, taxes, and so on. Page’s accomplished writers and publishing professionals allow authors to leave behind these complex and time-consuming issues and focus on their passion: writing and creating. Learn more at www.pagepublishing.com.

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Irene Vázquez’s new book “My Lessons in Verse” is a delightful poetry book produced to be of help to children in developing their literacy skills.

June 21, 2021

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CHICAGO, June 21, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Irene Vázquez, an educator and a lover of popular poetry, has completed her new book “My Lessons in Verse”: a perfect combination of educational narrative and charming illustrations that will definitely capture the child’s full focus. This is a beautiful collection of poetry in verse written in both Spanish and English which will be beneficial for the children’s language acquisition.

Irene writes, “This book was written with the purpose of helping children in their academic preparation, through poetry in verse. This technique is very efficient for them to associate things and words.

As a teacher it was a wonderful experience to see how the children learned very easily, not only reading and writing, but also other subjects. I saw with great satisfaction the progress of my students through this method. We were able to create a great work group in each and every single one of the subjects.”

Published by Page Publishing, Irene Vázquez’s astonishing and educative composition is best suited for young readers who are highly interested in developing their reading, writing, creative, arithmetic and other academic skills. Each page of this picture book presents a poem connected to different subjects that little ones will encounter in their future school life.

Readers who wish to experience this artistic work can purchase “My Lessons in Verse” at bookstores everywhere or online at the Apple iTunes store, Amazon, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or media inquiries, contact Page Publishing at 866-315-2708.

About Page Publishing:

Page Publishing is a traditional, full-service publishing house that handles all the intricacies involved in publishing its authors’ books, including distribution in the world’s largest retail outlets and royalty generation. Page Publishing knows that authors need to be free to create, not mired in logistics like eBook conversion, establishing wholesale accounts, insurance, shipping, taxes, and so on. Page’s accomplished writers and publishing professionals allow authors to leave behind these complex and time-consuming issues and focus on their passion: writing and creating. Learn more at www.pagepublishing.com.

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Let’s Kick Off Summer 2021

June 18, 2021

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Let's kick off Summer 2021 with FREE COVID-19 vaccinations on Juneteenth Saturday, June 19

HOUSTON, June 18, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ —

WHAT:	The NAACP Houston Branch and Dr. Joseph C. Gathe, Jr., M.D. collaborate to offer free Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccinations on a first-come-first-serve basis to students, parents, and guardians in unserved and underserved Houston communities. This event is part of the NAACP Houston Branch’s commitment to address community healthcare inequities and help curb the rising COVID-19 infection rate especially among young people ages 12-20. To protect health and safety during this event, masks and social distancing will be encouraged but not required. #WeAreDoneDying

WHEN:	Juneteenth on Saturday, June 19, 2021
	10 a.m. – 2 p.m. (or while supplies last)

WHERE:	Madison High School – 13719 White Heather Drive, Houston (77045)
	(Serving students & families from Madison and Westbury high schools and from Lawson, Pershing, and Reagan middle schools)

	Worthing High School – 9215 Scott Street, Houston (77051)
	(Serving students & families from Worthing High School and from Attucks and Thomas middle schools)

WHO:	Carlotta Brown, Principal, Madison High School
	Everett Hare, Principal, Worthing High School
	Dr. Joseph C. Gathe, Jr., M.D., Chair, NAACP Houston Branch Health Committee & Board Certified Infectious Disease Specialist
	Dr. Carolyn Evans-Shabazz, Chair, NAACP Houston Branch Education Committee & Houston City Council Member, District D
	Belinda Everette, Chair, Housing Committee, and Secretary, NAACP Houston Branch

FEATURES:	Free Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines while supplies last
	Scholarships for rising & graduating seniors to attend a HBCU (Historically Black College/University)
	Raffle contests for prizes

About NAACP Houston Branch
The mission of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Houston Branch is to ensure the political, educational, housing, social, and economic equality of rights of all persons and to eliminate race-based discrimination. The Houston Branch is committed to advocating and serving our most vulnerable communities who are experiencing the brunt of food and health insecurities, during this COVD-19 Pandemic.

About Dr. Joseph C. Gathe, Jr., M.D.
Board-certified infectious disease specialist Dr. Joseph C. Gathe, Jr., M.D. has been in private practice serving Houston, the community where he was born and raised, since 1986. A fellow in the Infectious Diseases Society of America, Dr. Gathe has expertise in a wide range of infectious-disease problems with a particular focus on those living with HIV. Early in the pandemic, he opened and co-directed one of the largest HIV care units in the world.

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2022 MDX Type S Breaks Cover as Acura Race Team Departs for Pikes Peak Hill Climb

June 18, 2021

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2022 MDX Type S Breaks Cover as Acura Race Team Departs for Pikes Peak International Hill Climb

TORRANCE, Calif., June 17, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — A pair of race-prepped Acura TLX Type S sport sedans will make their racing debut as Acura returns to The Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, brought to you by Gran Turismo, with multiple race entries piloted and crewed by the company’s R&D engineers. This year the performance brand will have four production-based race cars competing in the 99^th running of Colorado’s “Race to the Clouds” on June 27, challenging the 12.42-mile 156-turn mountain course.

Making its public debut, the turbocharged 2022 MDX Type S will tow one of the TLX Type S race cars from the team’s shop in Raymond, OH to Pikes Peak, CO and support the Acura team during competition. A high-performance version of Acura’s new flagship SUV, the turbocharged MDX Type S is the first Acura SUV to wear the Type S badge and will be the brand’s quickest and most powerful SUV ever when it goes on sale later this year.

In addition, Acura’s new 2021 TLX Type S will pace the field of the prestigious motorsports event driven by television personality and self-proclaimed car nut Ant Anstead, former host of enthusiast programs like “Wheeler Dealers,” “Master Mechanic” and co-founder of Radford Motors.

Motorsports are a key proof point of Acura’s commitment to Precision Crafted Performance, and its Pikes Peak efforts are a pure expression of this ethos. For the 11^th year in a row the Acura race team consists of Acura R&D engineers who compete in the world-famous hill climb to grow their skills and test future performance technologies for Acura production vehicles. The all-volunteer team is responsible for every aspect of the brand’s involvement, including the development of the race vehicles, race prep, crew support and of course driving duties.

Since first competing at the event in 2011, this volunteer effort has chalked up numerous race records and podium finishes. Acura currently holds the Hybrid class record set by James Robinson last year in the “Time Attack” Acura NSX (10:01.913), and the front-wheel drive record set in 2018 by Nick Robinson behind the wheel of a first-generation Acura TLX (10:48.094). Acura also holds the Pikes Peak Open division record of 9:24.433 set by Peter Cunningham behind the wheel of the Acura TLX GT race car.

Vehicle	Driver	Division	Best Result
Acura TLX Type S	Jordan Guitar	Exhibition	New Vehicle Entry
Acura TLX Type S	Justin Lumbard	Pikes Peak Open	New Vehicle Entry
Acura NSX “Time Attack”	James Robinson	Time Attack 1	10:01.913 (2020) 3rd in Class, New Hybrid Record
Acura NSX	Nick Robinson	Exhibition	10:28.820 (2016) Time Attack 2 Class win

Acura 2021 Pikes Peak Entries:

2021 Acura TLX Type S, Pikes Peak Open Division – Driver: Justin Lumbard

Acura engineer Justin Lumbard will be piloting a modified all-wheel drive TLX Type S in the highly competitive Pikes Peak Open division, where Acura currently holds the record. Lumbard’s TLX Type S has been prepped for competition with a larger turbo designed to deliver consistent boost at the exceptionally high altitudes of Pikes Peak, which reach more than 14,000 feet at the summit. The engine also features additional cooling, and the engine, transmission and SH-AWD® system software have all been retuned for race duty.

Chassis modifications include a race-prepped suspension with a 1-inch drop in ride height, race-compound brake pads with additional brake cooling and temperature monitoring and lightweight HRE 19 x 9.5-inch race wheels with Pirelli slicks.

More than 600 pounds of weight have been eliminated by removing the sedan’s interior and the use of lightweight components including a carbon fiber hood. On the exterior, the aerodynamic benefits of its composite front splitter, rear wing and dive planes have been tuned using Acura’s R&D computer aided design simulations.

Lumbard joined the Acura Pikes Peak team in 2017, became co-leader in 2018, and assumed the leadership role last year. The 2020 competition also was his first year driving in the race, taking the wheel of a 2021 TLX 2.0T in the Exhibition division, where he finished sixth in the group.

2021 Acura TLX Type S, Exhibition Division – Driver: Jordan Guitar

Jordan Guitar is a member of the company’s Chassis Development Group, and made his Pikes Peak debut in 2018 driving a third-generation Acura RDX, and returned in 2019 piloting an Acura MDX Sport Hybrid. Last year, Guitar drove a 2021 Acura TLX 2.0T SH-AWD® to a fifth-place finish in the Exhibition division.

This year, Guitar’s 2021 Acura TLX Type S has been modified with a race-tuned active suspension that includes a 1-inch ride height drop, lightweight HRE 19 x 9-inch race wheels and Pirelli race slicks. Approximately 300 pounds have been stripped from the car, the sedan’s engine management system has been re-tuned for race duty and a rear wing helps optimize its aerodynamics.

Acura NSX, Time Attack 1 Division – Driver: James Robinson

James Robinson will again drive the “Time Attack” NSX, which returns to the Peak for the fifth consecutive year. This is Robinson’s 11^th time at Pikes Peak, with his past successes including the Hybrid production car record set with an NSX in 2020 (10:01.913), as well as podium finishes in the Exhibition, Open and Time Attack 1 divisions.

The “Time Attack” NSX features improved aerodynamics by way of a larger rear wing and aggressive front splitter. Larger turbochargers and enhanced engine management software increase total system output to around 625 horsepower. Various weight reduction measures, including a stripped interior, reduce the supercar’s weight by more than 200 lbs. Its lightweight HRE forged wheels are wrapped in high-grip Pirelli R-compound tires.

Acura NSX, Exhibition Division – Driver: Nick Robinson

Like his brother James, Nick Robinson has successfully competed at Pikes Peak multiple times, winning the PP250 class on a Honda motorcycle in 2015, securing a Time Attack 2 Production Class win in an NSX in 2016, winning Exhibition class in 2017 and establishing a front-wheel-drive record of 10:48.094 in 2018.

This year, the R&D engineer will be driving a near-stock Acura NSX in a declared Time Attack 2 production record attempt. Modifications to the production-spec supercar include OMP safety equipment and the use of DOT-approved Hoosier race tires per class rules.

2022 Acura MDX Type S

Powered by the brand’s all-new Type S Turbo V6 the 2022 MDX Type S delivers 355-horsepower, 354 ft.-lbs. of peak torque and a max towing rating of 5,000 lbs[1]. Exclusive to Acura Type S models, this new engine was developed by some of the company’s most experienced powertrain engineers, including members of the team that developed the bespoke twin-turbocharged V6 for the NSX supercar.

The high-performance SUVs also features Acura’s advanced Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) with true torque-vectoring, a quick-shifting 10-speed automatic transmission, Brembo® front brakes and double-wishbone front suspension, along with a Type S-exclusive Sport+ driving mode that sharpens responses for even greater performance and driver enjoyment.

More details about MDX Type S will be available closer to its on-sale date later this year.

About Acura

Acura is a leading automotive nameplate that delivers Precision Crafted Performance – a commitment to expressive styling, high-performance and innovative engineering, all built on a foundation of quality and reliability. The Acura lineup features five distinctive models – the ILX and TLX sport sedans, the RDX and MDX sport-utility vehicles, high-performance Type S variants and the electrified NSX supercar. All 2021 model year and newer Acura vehicles sold in America are made in the U.S., using domestic and globally sourced parts.

¹ Requires optional towing package. Maximum towing capacity is 5,000 lbs.

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Statement of the National Alliance for Hispanic Health on Introduction of Personal Care Products Safety Act

June 18, 2021

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WASHINGTON, June 17, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — “Consumers want to know that if it’s on the shelf or in their online cart that the shampoo, make-up, after shave or other personal care products they buy are safe,” said Jane L. Delgado, PhD, MS, President and CEO of the National Alliance for Hispanic Health (the Alliance), the nation’s leading Hispanic health advocacy group.

“The Alliance is proud to support the Personal Care Products Safety Act introduced today by Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) to protect consumers and strengthen FDA’s oversight of cosmetics and other personal care products. Everyday millions of men and women use cosmetics and personal care products like shampoo and lotion and assume that they are safe. It is shocking that the FDA does not have adequate authority to ensure that the ingredients in these products that American families use daily are safe, nor does FDA have adequate authority to recall these products if they are found to be dangerous.”

“This legislation, if enacted, would represent the first new consumer protections on cosmetics and personal care products in 83 years. It is action long overdue and we look forward to the bill becoming law,” concluded Dr. Delgado.

About the National Alliance for Hispanic Health (The Alliance)
The Alliance is the nation’s foremost science-based source of information and trusted advocate for the health of Hispanics in the United States with a mission to achieve the best health for all. For more information visit us at www.healthyamericas.org

SOURCE National Alliance for Hispanic Health

(Español) Gilberto Santa Rosa anuncia su tour “Camínalo” en Estados Unidos

June 18, 2021

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Gilberto Santa Rosa "Caminalo" US Tour tickets on sale now

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Kia Announces 2022 Telluride

June 18, 2021

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IRVINE, Calif., June 16, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The hot-selling Telluride, with year-on-year sales up 68 percent, maintains its bold style and adds the new Kia badging and slightly redesigned radiator grille. Inside, Kia’s award-winning SUV adds a larger 10.25-inch navigation display, fully automatic temperature control and highway driving assist to the LX and S trims, as well as Navigation Based Smart Cruise Control-Curve to all trims.

Pricing¹ – MSRP (excludes $1,225 destination)

• LX FWD	$32,790
• LX AWD	$34,790
• S FWD	$35,290
• S AWD	$37,290
• EX FWD	$37,790
• EX AWD	$39,790
• SX FWD	$42,690
• SX AWD	$44,590
• SX-P	$46,890

Engine:

• 3.8L, V6, GDI Lambda-II: 291 hp/262 lb.-ft. of torque

Fuel Economy² – EPA-est. MPG: (city/highway/combined):

• FWD:	20/26/23
• AWD:	19/24/21

Highlighted Kia Drive Wise Advanced Driver Assistance Features³:

Driver Attention Warning:

Std: All trims

Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance Assist:

Std: All trims

Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist:

Std: All trims

Forward Collision Avoidance Assist:

Std: All trims

Lane Keeping Assist:

Std: All trims

Lane Following Assist:

Std: All trims

Dimensions:

• Overall Length:	196.9 in.
• Overall Width:	78.3 in.
• Overall Height (with roof rails):	69.3 in.
• Overall Height (w/o roof rails):	68.9 in.
• Wheelbase:	114.2 in.

Kia America – about us

Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia America continues to top quality surveys and is recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands. Kia serves as the “Official Automotive Partner” of the NBA and offers a complete range of vehicles sold through a network of more than 750 dealers in the U.S., including cars and SUVs proudly assembled in America.*

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*The Telluride, Sorento and K5 are assembled in the United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts.

¹ MSRP excludes destination and handling, taxes, title, license fees, options and retailer charges. Actual prices set by retailer and may vary.

² Based on EPA estimates. Actual mileage will vary with options, driving conditions, driving habits and your vehicle’s condition.

³ These systems are not substitutes for proper and safe driving, parking, and/or backing-up procedures. These systems may not detect every object behind or alongside the vehicle or in the vehicle’s blind spot or direction of travel. No system, no matter how advanced, can compensate for all driver error and/or driving conditions. Always drive safely and use caution.

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SOURCE Kia America