Pitbull Is Ready to Ride… with Echelon Fitness

June 29, 2021

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., June 29, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Today Echelon Fitness announces its partnership with GRAMMY®-winning independent international superstar, education advocate, business entrepreneur and motivational speaker, Pitbull. Also known as Mr. Worldwide, Pitbull is ready to ride as part of the official Echelon Fitness team.

In addition to a financial investment in the company, Pitbull’s involvement will offer considerable new content and value for the Echelon Community members, globally. The partnership will include:

Dedicated anthem song written to inspire members, and get the world moving and feeling good. The Echelon anthem will be released as a single on his new album, heard on his upcoming I Feel Good tour and through radio and TV Echelon spots.
Special dedicated “Ride with Pitbull” content channel, including the music of Pitbull.
Ability to ride with Pitbull himself along with some of his dancers including classes created and taught by his dancers, The Most Bad Ones.
Exclusive, co-branded bike and merchandise centered around his Timeless album launch.
Echelon’s engagement with Pitbull’s educational learning centers SLAM! by offering internships and college scholarships.

The anchor channel will live within the Echelon Fit app (exclusive to members) featuring Pitbull’s brand, image and music.

“It is truly an honor to partner with Echelon Fitness,” says Armando Christian Perez (Pitbull). “With this new venture, we look forward to producing new avenues for music and fitness. Music is the universal language. Fitness is a cultural movement. Together we will create a powerful generation. I don’t know about you but that makes me feel good, Dale!”

“Learning Pitbull was a fan of our product and our community was humbling,” said Lou Lentine, President and CEO of Echelon Fitness. “We have been experiencing significant growth, and confidence from key financial investors, including a recent investment led by Goldman Sachs. Pitbull has featured and been featured with some of the biggest talents in the music industry. And now his latest feature is with Echelon Fitness. We are so excited to welcome Mr. Worldwide to the team!”

For more information about the Pitbull Listening channel, the Echelon Connected equipment and membership, visit https://echelonfit.com.

ABOUT ECHELON FITNESS

Echelon Fitness has been revolutionizing at-home connected fitness since debuting its first Connect Bike in 2017. What began as a mission to make healthy living attainable and accessible to all evolved into a line of innovative fitness solutions—as well as a thriving community. Ranging from sophisticated indoor cycling bikes, to touch-screen fitness mirrors and more, every product boasts thoughtful design and state-of-the-art technology, enabling people to exercise how they want, when they want and with who they want. By leveraging The Echelon Fit App and United Membership, members gain access to a variety of live and on-demand classes led by down-to-earth fitness instructors. Members can also use the app to track their performance against Echelon’s live leaderboard and overall progress, all while enjoying some healthy competition. For more information, visit https://echelonfit.com/.

ABOUT PITBULL

Pitbull invites disruption on a global scale as a GRAMMY®-winning independent international superstar, education advocate, business entrepreneur and motivational speaker. With countless awards, dozens of international number ones, hundreds of gold and platinum certifications, millions of single sales, 25 million album sales, and cumulative video views in excess of 15 billion, one of the most impressive careers in music history set the stage for him to make true change. Not only did he successfully help establish Sports Leadership Arts and Management (SLAM!) tuition-free public charter schools across the country, he was honored by the United Nations General Assembly on behalf of Clean Water Here; he is a partner in eMerge Americas, the annual tech and innovation summit held in Miami; and he was honored alongside music legends as well as Nobel Peace Prize and Pulitzer Prize winners at the 2019 International Achievement Summit. Pitbull and Horizon Media have partnered to launch 305 Worldwide, a new multicultural marketing agency. After announcing several partnerships in 2020 such as CLMBR, Espanita Tequila, LivexLive, and “From Negative to Positive” Podcast, Pitbull ended 2020 with a bang by ringing in the new year performing on the main stage in Times Square. In the first month of 2021, Pitbull became the co-owner of NASCAR racing team [Team Trackhouse], and proudly served as the Grand Marshal of the 2021 NASCAR Daytona 500. Pitbull has performed for millions worldwide and even joined forces with the #1 life and business strategist, Tony Robbins, for numerous engagements around the globe. He maximizes his own creative, entrepreneurial and personal freedom, yet again, on his next long-awaited English album, set to be released later this year.

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Truecaller Releases its Seventh Annual “Insights U.S. Spam & Scam Report,” Showing $29.8 Billion Lost to Scam Calls in Past Year

June 29, 2021

Total Americans That Lost Money To Scam Calls

NEW YORK, June 29, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Truecaller, the world’s best caller ID and spam blocking app, today announces the results of its seventh annual “Insights U.S. Spam & Scam Report.” The research was conducted in partnership with The Harris Poll in March of 2021 and its findings detail trends on the growing number and methods of phone scams that have permeated the U.S. over the last 12 months.

According to the study, one in three Americans (31%) reported having fallen victim to phone scams, 19% on more than one occasion. This past year has proven to be the most costly year ever, with an average reported loss of $502, up 43% ($351) from last year’s 2020 report. Over the last seven years, Truecaller has seen decreases in reported spam calls — primarily in 2015 and 2019 — but these past two years have seen over 100% increase in spam calls since 2019. This year set a new record for the highest ever average amount of money lost to phone scams with a $29.8 billion loss, a 51.2% increase compared to last year’s $19.7 billion loss.

Key Findings of the Report Include:

COVID-19 perpetuated scam calls and texts:
Scammers have taken advantage of a vulnerable situation to fraud victims with COVID-19 related messages. The report saw 59% of Americans have received scam calls or text messages related to COVID-19 in the past 12 months, up from 44% in March of 2020.
Robocalls saw continued success:
Although the number of victims who lost money to robocalls fell this past year from 61.5% to 60%, it continues to be a pervasive means of fraud. A staggering three in five (60%) Americans have admitted to losing money as a direct result of a robocall. On average, Americans reported receiving 30.7 spam calls (mobile and/or landline) per month, with 21.5 of those reportedly attributed to robocalls.
Men and younger populations continue to be the most susceptible to scams with seniors increasingly victimized during and post pandemic:
The survey found that in the past 12 months, among those who have been victim of a phone scam, 59.4% of were male and 38.3% were female, while the rest (2.3%) identified as non-binary or preferred not to reveal their gender. Around 40% of men between 18-34 were scammed compared to only 10% of males aged 65+. Similarly, only 3% of females 65+ reported being scammed over the last year.
Spam blockers/caller ID is the predominant action after being scammed:
The study found that after being scammed, 44% of people in the last year downloaded a spam blocker and/or caller ID app, like Truecaller, while 31% took the inconvenient step of cancelling their credit card/changing account numbers. Around one third (31%) of those being scammed went through the process of reporting the scam to authorities.

“This year’s study has emphasized the need for efficient and accurate CallerID services and spam analytics, which our team at Truecaller delivers for hundreds of millions of consumers around the globe. We do this by balancing effective robocall mitigation with prioritization of legitimate businesses and critical communications to help protect American consumers,” says Alan Mamedi, CEO and Co-Founder at Truecaller.

The study found that 85% of Americans said they try to only answer calls if they can identify the person or business they are calling from. With Truecaller, legitimate businesses and organizations can register and brand their numbers, ensuring they aren’t incorrectly identified as spam, ensuring consumers can receive information from their schools, bank, healthcare provider, local community, and other important services.

For more information, visit truecaller.com or download the app through Google Play® for Android® devices and through Apple’s® App Store® for iOS devices.

Survey Methodology:
The phone scam survey was conducted online within the United States by The Harris Poll on behalf of Truecaller from March 16-18, 2021 among 2,045 U.S. adults aged 18 and older. The phone spam survey was conducted online within the United States by The Harris Poll on behalf of Truecaller from March 18-22, 2021 among 2,002 U.S. adults ages 18 and older.

About Truecaller:
People use Truecaller to stay ahead. It helps them know who’s getting in touch, filter out unwanted calls and SMS, and focus on what really matters. The company provides a suite of unique services such as a dialer that offers caller ID, spam detection, messaging and more. Truecaller’s mission is to build trust everywhere by making communication safe and efficient. Headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, the company was founded in 2009 by Alan Mamedi and Nami Zarringhalam. Investors include Sequoia Capital, Atomico and Kleiner Perkins.

About The Harris Poll:
The Harris Poll is one of the longest running surveys in the U.S. tracking public opinion, motivations and social sentiment since 1963 that is now part of Harris Insights & Analytics, a global consulting and market research firm. We strive to reveal the authentic values of modern society to inspire leaders to create a better tomorrow. We work with clients in three primary areas; building a twenty-first-century corporate reputation, crafting brand strategy and performance tracking, and earning organic media through public relations research. Our mission is to provide insights and advisory to help leaders make the best decisions possible. Learn more at www.theharrispoll.com.

Media Contact
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Cerveza Superior, Mexico’s legendary beer debuts the disruptive “little beauty,” “the Bellita that everyone prefers”

June 28, 2021

This summer promises to be “Superior” enjoying the iconic original beer from Orizaba, Veracruz, Mexico, raise your bottle to the new, disruptive “little beauty,” "the Bellita that everyone prefers."

STAMFORD, Conn., June 28, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Just in time to celebrate the hot days of summer, its 125th anniversary and the 4th of July, Cerveza Superior, the legendary Mexican beer, launches in the United States with its new Bellita presentation. Bellita, which in English means “little beauty,” debuts in its unique, charming packaging, promising to become “the Bellita that everyone prefers.” The iconic lager-style beer, fresh and robust, arrives to satisfy individual consumption while delivering a true taste of tradition.

For the consumer, beer and its packaging are inseparable. “Bellita is very tasty.” “It stays cold.” “She’s lovely”, are just some comments made by followers of Superior beer on social networks. Bellita, in its new, disruptive format keeps beer cold, perfect for spending these days outdoors. Bellita’s amber color is attractive. Bellita represents the evolution of the brand with a fresh interpretation for today’s beer lovers.

According to Heineken Américas Export, Export Manager, Miguel Ángel Sánchez, “Cerveza Superior also represents 125 years of history and excellence with international quality in beer production. Our U.S. debut is delighting our loyal consumers and appealing to beer fans who may now enjoy the true taste of tradition.”

Sánchez said the brand is being widely accepted, and Bellita is exceeding the high expectations the company set for the U.S. market. “We are very happy and excited about launching Superior in the states. It was a very satisfying surprise to find that consumers are embracing the brand, especially Bellita. We expected a great reception, but what we are finding is a magnificent response,” added the executive. “We found that consumers now living in the states hold Superior fondly in their memories because it has awakened the desire to relive great experiences.”

Sánchez said new generations of consumers with Mexican roots also appreciate the legendary Orizaba lager beer. “And the most interesting thing is that they are sharing the message with other consumers,” he added. The roll out has definitely exceeded the high expectations we had, which makes us quite happy. “

Superior beer made by Cervecería Moctezuma since 1896 traces its legendary origins to one of the most important breweries of the 20th century. The authentic Superior flavor emerged from the majestic peaks of the Pico de Orizaba or Citlatépetl, known for its abundant waters coming from the snow-melt of the third highest peak in North America at 18,491 feet.

Superior represented by United States Beverage (USB), was born before the Mexican Revolution as a beer for the most demanding palates. Superior’s alcohol content of 4.5%, is perfect for pairing with favorite Mexican dishes like moles and seafood. The popular beer is crafted in Orizaba, Veracruz; Guadalajara, Jalisco and Tecate, Baja California, Mexico.

It is now available in select markets, in 6-pack bottles, 12-pack cans, and 24-ounce cans, in retail channels, including supermarket chains, stores, and restaurants. Currently found in several cities in the states of: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Georgia, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Tennessee.

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Learn more about Superior at www.unitedstatesbeverage.com

About Cerveza Superior
Superior is a lager-style beer, known for its great flavor and full body. It originated in Orizaba, Veracruz, Mexico in 1896. It is a golden-colored beer with 4.5% Alc. Vol. The brand’s Superior Blonde character reached iconic status over the years, so much so that consumers associated her as “The Blonde that everyone wants,” the brand’s slogan for more than 20 years.

About United States Beverage
United States Beverage (USB) is a leading independent importer and marketing company representing premium import, craft, and specialty malt beverages. USB provides a national distribution network for a global portfolio of premium brands including Moosehead Lager and Radler, Malibu® Splash sparkling malt beverages, Innis and Gunn, 1911 Cider, Super Bock, the Damm portfolio of brands: Estrella Damm Lager, INEDIT, and DAURA, Czechvar, Tona Cerveza, Superior Cerveza, Dragon Stout, Alfa Beer, Krusovice, Kalik, Zagorka, and Zajecarsko. USB is located in Stamford, Connecticut.www.unitedstatesbeverage.com.

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New Honda Prologue SUV Begins Next Chapter in Brand’s EV Direction in North America

June 28, 2021

TORRANCE, Calif., June 28, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Honda today announced that its first new volume battery-electric vehicle will be named “Prologue,” signaling a new electrified era that will lead to the company’s vision for 100% zero emission vehicle sales in North America by 2040. An all-new SUV coming to market in early 2024, the battery-electric Honda Prologue will be highly competitive with the functionality expected by Honda customers. More specific details about the new vehicle will be released over the coming months, and Honda will engage with prospective EV customers throughout the launch starting with a new webpage at https://automobiles.honda.com/future-cars/prologue.

In addition to the Honda Prologue, the company will introduce an all-electric Acura SUV in the 2024 calendar year. Both will utilize the highly flexible global EV platform powered by Ultium batteries based on the company’s strategic partnership with General Motors. Honda also plans to launch a new series of EV models in the second half of the decade based on a new e:Architecture, with development led by Honda.

“Our first volume Honda BEV will begin our transition to electrification and the name Honda Prologue signals the role it will play in leading to our zero-emission future,” said Dave Gardner, executive vice president of American Honda. “The Prologue will provide our customers with a battery-electric SUV with the excellent functionality and packaging they’ve come to expect from Honda.”

In April 2021, Honda global CEO, Toshihiro Mibe, announced a vision to achieve carbon-neutrality for its products and corporate activities by 2050, including key targets for sales of electrified vehicles. This vision calls for the sales ratio of battery-electric and fuel cell electric vehicles in North America to progress from 40% by 2030 and 80% by 2035 to 100% by 2040. More details about that announcement, are available here.

Honda Electrified Vehicle History
Honda has a long history of leadership in bringing electrified vehicles to market in the U.S., beginning almost a quarter century ago with the EV Plus electric vehicle (1997); to America’s first hybrid, the Honda Insight (1999); the Honda FCX (2002), the industry’s first fuel cell vehicle in the hands of individual customers, and the Clarity series (2017). As Honda prepares for the launch of Prologue, the company will introduce hybrid-electric systems to more core models to continue to reduce CO2 emissions and bridge customers to the volume battery-electric vehicles now in development.

“We know customers who have a good experience with a hybrid vehicle are more likely to buy a battery electric vehicle in the future,” said Gardner. “Our strategy is focused on introducing a higher percentage of hybrids in core models in the near term, making a committed effort to achieve higher volume leading to the introduction of our Honda Prologue.”

Honda achieved record sales of electrified vehicles in each of the past three years, with that sales momentum continuing in 2021. Led by CR-V Hybrid and Accord Hybrid, Honda has just recorded its best-ever first-half year of electrified vehicle sales.

About Honda
Honda offers a full line of clean, safe, fun and connected vehicles sold through more than 1,000 independent U.S. Honda dealers. Honda has the highest fleet average fuel economy and lowest CO₂ emissions of any major full-line automaker in America, according to the latest data from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The Honda lineup includes the Civic, Insight, Accord and Clarity series passenger cars, along with the HR-V, CR-V, Passport and Pilot sport utility vehicles, the Ridgeline pickup and the Odyssey minivan.

Honda has been producing automobiles in America for 38 years and currently operates 18 major manufacturing facilities in North America. In 2020, more than 95 percent of all Honda vehicles sold in the U.S. were made in North America, using domestic and globally sourced parts.

More information about Honda is available in the Digital Fact Book.

Honda today announced that its first new volume battery-electric vehicle will be named “Prologue,” signaling a new electrified era that will lead to the company’s vision for 100% zero emission vehicle sales in North America by 2040. An all-new SUV coming to market in early 2024, the battery-electric Honda Prologue will be highly competitive with the functionality expected by Honda customers.

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Travelocity Turns Kids’ Artwork Into Real Vacations This Summer

June 28, 2021

The trusted online travel agency brings kids’ imaginations to life through one-of-a-kind vacations

DALLAS, June 28, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Summer travel is officially back and Travelocity^® is helping families find the confidence to get back to making vacation memories. While summer getaways are in full swing, many travelers are pushing their dream vacations to someday in the future as the pressure to plan a trip that makes the whole family happy can be overwhelming. To encourage families to finally break the procrastination cycle and seize their “Somedays,” the brand is transforming children’s imaginative drawings into real vacations.

Now through Friday, July 9, 2021, families can visit TravelocityTripsbyKids.com to submit their mini artist’s masterpiece to win a family vacation imagined by kids and planned by Travelocity¹. Be it stick-figure family portraits, abstract doodles or colorful sketches, Travelocity’s team of experts will translate what’s on the page into a unique vacation for five families, valued at up to $10,000 each.

While adults are saddled with the stress and time needed to plan, kids are naturally more spontaneous and have imaginations that are free to roam. Between summer camp creations and endless art projects from the last year, vacation inspiration is likely already hanging on the fridge.

“We know that planning a trip can be daunting, especially when balancing different needs and budgets. As lives get more complex, we found that families are putting off their vacations, saying they’ll take that one trip ‘Someday,'” said Katie Junod, General Manager at Travelocity. “We want to arm families with the confidence to find and book a vacation that’s right for them. What better way to do that than lean on their kids’ brilliant minds combined with Travelocity’s 25 years of travel expertise?”

Travelocity will create an epic experience based on each family’s needs. We’ll turn the winning submissions into the perfect itineraries for five families, so they can discover more and worry less. A drawing of a farm hanging on the fridge could send one family on a western retreat, whereas a few green squiggles and outline of a boat could result in an epic airboat tour of the Everglades.

The contest ends Friday, July 9, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. EST. The first 2,000 entrants will receive a special coupon redeemable via the Travelocity app. To enter and for Official Rules, visit TravelocityTripsbyKids.com.

Visit Travelocity.com for destination inspiration and last-minute deals.

About Travelocity
Travelocity encourages travelers to Wander Wisely™ and is dedicated to championing the customer by making the travel experience both simple and memorable through exceptional customer service, expert advice and guaranteed value. Based in Dallas, Texas, Travelocity is owned by Expedia Group, one of the world’s leading travel companies, with an extensive brand portfolio that includes many of the world’s leading online travel brands.

^{1 NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Contest is open to legal residents of the United States and the District of Columbia who are at least 18 years old at the time of entry. Begins: 9:00 a.m. ET on 6/28/21. Ends 1:00 p.m. ET on 7/9/21. See Official Rules at}^{TravelocityTripsbyKids.com}^{. Void where prohibited. Sponsor: Travelocity/Travelscape LLC}

CONTACT: Rachel Shin, [email protected]; Meaghan Daly, [email protected]

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Front Row Qualifying Sweep for Acura at Watkins Glen

June 28, 2021

Ricky Taylor piloted his Acura ARX-05 prototype to his first pole of the 2021 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship today at Watkins Glen International Raceway in preparation for Sunday's Sahlen's Six Hours of the Glen.

WATKINS GLEN, N.Y., June 27, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Acura drivers swept the front row in qualifying today at Watkins Glen International Raceway in preparation for Sunday’s Sahlen’s Six Hours of the Glen IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship endurance race.

Defending IMSA series champion and Rolex 24 winner Ricky Taylor scored his first pole of the 2021 season for Wayne Taylor Racing, edging fellow Acura pilot Dane Cameron by just 0.119 second in his Meyer Shank Racing ARX-05 prototype.

In the production-based GTD category, John Potter qualifying his Magnus with Archangel Acura NSX GT3 Evo 11^th; and will share driving duties tomorrow with Andy Lally and Spencer Pumpelly.

Sahlen’s Six Hours of the Glen Qualifying Results

1^st overall – #10 Ricky Taylor, Wayne Taylor Racing Acura ARX-05 DPi
2^nd overall – #60 Dane Cameron, Meyer Shank Racing Acura ARX-05 DPi
11^th GTD – #44 John Potter, Magnus with Archangel Acura NSX GT3 Evo

Quotes

Ricky Taylor (#10 Wayne Taylor Racing ARX-05) pole qualifier; race co-drivers will be Filipe Albuquerque and Alexander Rossi: “The Acura is a fantastic car here at Watkins Glen. Coming here, we knew we’d be strong and we were really looking forward to it. This chassis and engine package was really designed to perform best at European-style tracks: really fast, flowing, and smooth circuits. So when we come to Watkins Glen, we know we can run the car low [to the ground] and take advantage of the horsepower and aero platform the Acura provides. For sure, I wouldn’t want to be in any other car here. It’s a dream to drive.”

Dane Cameron (#60 Meyer Shank Racing Acura ARX-05): Qualified second; co-drivers will be Olivier Pla: “It is always good to be on the front row, it’s a ‘good view’. I’m not fully happy with my [best] lap, I think I made a couple of small mistakes on the quick lap and I think that made a difference, so I am a little disappointed on that. But overall, we’ve had a good competitive weekend so far [leading both practice sessions prior to qualifying] and we’ve got a good car. Six hours is a long time, and I think there will be some different weather conditions to come so we will see how we get along on Sunday.”

Fast Facts

This is Acura’s first front row qualifying sweep of 2021. It also was the first pole of the season for Taylor and his Wayne Taylor Racing squad [after qualifying on the front row at Sebring and Mid-Ohio]; and the first front-row start of 2021 for Cameron and Meyer Shank Racing.
While Taylor edged Cameron by just 0.xxx for the pole, Cameron’s Acura prototype was nearly five tenths of a second [+0.496s] quicker than the next-best car in the session.
Taylor and season-long co-driver Filipe Albuquerque have unofficially extended their Drivers’ Championship lead to 80 points over Oliver Jarvis and Harry Tincknell.

Where to Watch the Sahlen’s Six Hours of the Glen

Same-day television coverage from Watkins Glen begins at 7 p.m. EDT Saturday on the NBC Sports Network. Live flag-to-flag race coverage will be available on NBC Gold Track Pass and the NBC Sports App.

Fans can listen to audio commentary via IMSA.com, RadioLeMans.com and XM Radio; and follow the race live via in-car cameras, IMSA Radio and timing & scoring available worldwide on IMSA.com and the IMSA mobile device App.

Acura Motorsports social media content and video links from Watkins Glen International Raceway 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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Law Firms Investigating South Florida Building Collapse

June 28, 2021

MIAMI, June 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Morgan & Morgan and Saltz, Mongeluzzi & Bendesky are investigating and exploring potential legal action regarding last week’s collapse of a highrise condo building in Surfside, Florida.

The firms are currently speaking with family members of those impacted by the tragic incident. Officials said 55 of the 136 apartments in Champlain Towers South Condos on Collins Avenue collapsed early Thursday morning. Four people are confirmed dead, while 159 are still unaccounted for.

“The families and individuals affected by this tragedy deserve justice, but more than anything right now, they need answers,” said attorney Rene Rocha of Morgan & Morgan. “We are actively investigating what caused the building to collapse, if there were warning signs beforehand that were missed or ignored, and if the system of building codes and regulations, meant to prevent these kinds of disasters from happening, failed. We are working tirelessly to uncover answers and will hold all those responsible for this tragic catastrophe accountable for their actions and inactions to the fullest extent of the law.”

Morgan & Morgan and Saltz, Mongeluzzi & Bendesky collectively have tens of thousands of hours of experience in collapse cases, and are currently co-lead counsel for a lawsuit arising from the Hard Rock

Hotel collapse in New Orleans. The firms have also litigated the FIU bridge collapse, the Market Street Building Collapse in Philadelphia, the Tropicana garage collapse in Atlantic City, and other building collapse cases.

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About Morgan & Morgan
As America’s largest plaintiffs’ law firm, Morgan & Morgan has more than 700 attorneys across 17 states that represent clients in over 50 practice areas, including national mass torts and class actions, labor and employment, civil rights, personal injury, medical malpractice, product liability, business litigation and insurance disputes, among others. Morgan & Morgan has fought on behalf of plaintiffs in major national litigation surrounding the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, the Yahoo! and Equifax data breaches, the Merrimack Valley gas explosions, Monsanto’s Roundup and many more. Additionally, Morgan & Morgan’s Business Trial Group is one of the only firms in the country that handles business litigation exclusively on a contingency fee basis. The firm has recovered more than $9 billion for over 300,000 clients.

Media Contact: Alex Storer, (814) 881-0344; [email protected]

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Domino’s® Rolls Out Carside Delivery 2-Minute Guarantee

June 28, 2021

Domino’s Carside Delivery 2-Minute Guarantee is simple: order Domino’s Carside Delivery online, check in when you arrive, and as soon as your order is ready, a Domino’s team member will head to your car in less than two minutes or your next pizza is free.

ANN ARBOR, Mich., June 28, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Domino’s Pizza Inc. (NYSE: DPZ), the largest pizza company in the world based on global retail sales, believes in offering customers the best and most convenient carryout experience possible, so much so that it is launching a new guarantee. Domino’s Carside Delivery^® 2-Minute Guarantee is simple: order Domino’s Carside Delivery online, check in when you arrive, and as soon as your order is ready, a Domino’s team member will head to your car in less than two minutes or your next pizza is free. But that’s not all.

Domino’s and DraftKings Inc. (Nasdaq: DKNG), a leading sports entertainment and technology company, have launched Domino’s Carside Delivery 2-Minute Guarantee Over/Under Challenge as well, giving customers the chance to predict if Domino’s Carside Delivery nationwide will be quicker than two minutes, more or less than 80% of the time, for the chance to win a share of $200,000.

“While Domino’s is no stranger to guarantees, this is the first time DraftKings has created a betting pool based on a company’s performance,” said Art D’Elia, Domino’s executive vice president – chief marketing officer. “We want to make every delivery to customers’ cars an easy and fast experience, and if we don’t, we’re going to make it right. As a company that prides itself on transparency, and to show how much we believe in our franchisees and stores across the country, we’re giving customers the opportunity to predict how we’ll do and have a little fun, for free!”

Domino’s Carside Delivery 2-Minute Guarantee Over/Under Challenge is free to play and is taking place now through July 12, 2021, at draftkings.com/dominos and on DraftKings’ Daily Fantasy app. Those who correctly predict Domino’s performance will split the cash prize of $200,000 at the end of the challenge.

“Did Domino’s just ask America to predict the over/under on our new two-minute guarantee? Oh yes we did,” said D’Elia. “We want customers to put our guarantee to the test.”

For more information on Domino’s Carside Delivery and the two-minute guarantee, visit 2minuteguarantee.dominos.com.

Eligibility restrictions apply. See draftkings.com for details.

About Domino’s Pizza^®Founded in 1960, Domino’s Pizza is the largest pizza company in the world based on retail sales, with a significant business in both delivery and carryout pizza. It ranks among the world’s top public restaurant brands with a global enterprise of more than 17,800 stores in over 90 markets. Domino’s had global retail sales of over $16.1 billion in 2020, with nearly $8.3 billion in the U.S. and over $7.8 billion internationally. In the first quarter of 2021, Domino’s had global retail sales of over $4.0 billion, with nearly $2.0 billion in the U.S. and over $2.0 billion internationally. Its system is comprised of independent franchise owners who accounted for 98% of Domino’s stores as of the end of the first quarter of 2021. Emphasis on technology innovation helped Domino’s achieve more than half of all global retail sales in 2020 from digital channels. In the U.S., Domino’s generated more than 70% of sales in 2020 via digital channels and has developed several innovative ordering platforms, including those for Google Home, Facebook Messenger, Apple Watch, Amazon Echo, Twitter and more. In 2019, Domino’s announced a partnership with Nuro to further its exploration and testing of autonomous pizza delivery. In mid-2020, Domino’s launched a new way to order contactless carryout nationwide – via Domino’s Carside Delivery^®, which customers can choose when placing a prepaid online order.

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Fireworks Safety: ASHA Urges Hearing Protection This July 4th

June 28, 2021

ROCKVILLE, Md., June 28, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — As Americans prepare for the Independence Day holiday, the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) is encouraging the public to incorporate hearing protection into their celebrations. This is especially important for people who are opting for smaller gatherings at home that may include fireworks or firecrackers.

Sales of consumer fireworks in 2020 well surpassed those in previous years, likely driven by the stay-at-home circumstances forced by the COVID-19 pandemic. The number of injuries, too, eclipsed those of prior years. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, 16% of fireworks injuries are to the head, face, and ears. Yet hearing protection is largely overlooked in advice to the public on holiday safety, much of which is centered on obvious physical injuries such as burns.

“We absolutely want people to enjoy their July 4th after a tough year, but we don’t want anyone to wake up the next day with permanent hearing loss or ringing in their ears,” said ASHA President A. Lynn Williams, PhD, CCC-SLP. “While ASHA always encourages vigilance at public fireworks displays, the risk to hearing is especially pronounced for those celebrating at home—who will likely be much closer to where fireworks are being launched than they would be at a large event.”

Damage in an Instant
A single loud blast or explosion that lasts for less than 1 second can cause permanent hearing loss right away. This noise, called impulse noise or impact noise, can come from sources such as fireworks or gunfire. Impulse noise is measured in decibel peak pressure, or dBP. Impulse noise greater than 140 dBP will hurt a person’s hearing right away. Fireworks at 3 feet, as well as firecrackers, can measure 150 dBP. This is considered painful to the ears—and is well beyond a safe listening level (75–80 decibels).

Noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) is completely preventable. However, once it occurs, it is irreversible. Exposure to noisy leisure activities is among the chief culprits of NIHL in young adults, according to the World Health Organization—which states that 1.1 billion people ages 12–35 worldwide are at risk. Despite this, a recent ASHA poll of American adults shows that close to half (49%) of respondents said that they don’t take any basic protective measures when it comes to their hearing.

Hearing Protection Advice
By taking some simple precautionary steps, Americans can protect themselves and their families. ASHA advises the following:

Use hearing protection. Basic earplugs offer good protection for most teens and adults. Children are generally better off wearing well-fitting earmuffs instead of earplugs.
Keep a safe distance. Stand at least 500 feet away from noise sources, such as a fireworks launch site. The closer you are, the more likely you are to hurt your ears.
Know your limits. If you are experiencing ringing in your ears or any other ear discomfort, leave the noisy situation. Listen to your body!

“I encourage the public to pick up a few sets of earplugs when they’re out stocking up on barbeque supplies,” ASHA President Williams adds. “Most drug stores or supermarkets carry them, and they’re inexpensive and tremendously effective at protecting hearing.”

For anyone who may be experiencing pain or ringing in the ears, or who is having difficulty hearing, following July 4th or any loud event, ASHA recommends contacting a certified audiologist for a hearing evaluation. Learn more at www.asha.org/public.

About the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
ASHA is the national professional, scientific, and credentialing association for 218,000 members and affiliates who are audiologists; speech-language pathologists; speech, language, and hearing scientists; audiology and speech-language pathology support personnel; and students. Audiologists specialize in preventing and assessing hearing and balance disorders as well as providing audiologic treatment, including hearing aids. Speech-language pathologists identify, assess, and treat speech and language problems, including swallowing disorders. http://www.asha.org/

CONTACT: Francine Pierson, 301-296-8715, [email protected]

SOURCE American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)

Vexus Fiber™ Announces Plans to Build New $200 Million Fiber Optic Broadband Network for the Rio Grande Valley Area of Texas.

June 28, 2021

LUBBOCK, Texas, June 28, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Vexus Fiber™, a leading fiber service provider in Texas, announced that it is bringing its 100% fiber-to-the-home network to the Rio Grande Valley area of Texas. Vexus Fiber will fully fund the network through capital investment, providing residents and businesses with multi-gigabit symmetrical speed Internet service and more.

“Residents of the Rio Grande Valley will now have a new, competitive choice for internet, TV and phone services. Our network will be built with future-proof technology that will not only provide homes and businesses with multi-gigabit speeds but will also foster growth and economic development for the Rio Grande Valley region,” said Jim Gleason, CEO of Vexus. “Demands on bandwidth are high in homes today. Activities such as working from home, online learning and multiple video streams mean residents need a network that delivers lightning-fast upload and download speeds. Vexus plans to bring both multi-gigabit speeds and great Texas-based customer service to the region.”

Vexus Fiber plans to begin construction by the end of the year and connect nearly 175,000 homes and businesses to its 100% fiber network. Completion of the network to the region is estimated to take about 36 months. Vexus service areas in the Rio Grande Valley will include Mission, McAllen, Edinburg, Harlingen, and surrounding areas with total investment in the region estimated to be around $200 million. Employment will include close to 200 construction jobs and 150 permanent jobs for the region.

“We believe economic growth and prosperity are directly tied to a community’s ability to reach gigacity status,” adds Gleason. “Vexus is proud to bring 100% fiber internet with a superior infrastructure to the Rio Grande Valley.”

This investment will help property values, increase employment opportunities and make the region more attractive for business investments, including startups and remote workers. This new infrastructure also increases opportunities for education, agriculture and healthcare while offering a critical service to residents. While the Rio Grande Valley is already an attractive location for businesses, gigabit broadband infrastructure should help make the area even more attractive for industry relocations.

The Rio Grande Valley expansion is financed through existing Vexus Fiber investors, Pamlico Capital and Oak Hill Capital, who have agreed to invest additional equity as part of their ongoing commitment to Vexus’ growth and the communities they serve. “Vexus Fiber continues to execute on the macro theme of providing alternatives to cities in Texas for high-speed internet,” said Scott Baker of Oak Hill Capital. “With Vexus, residents can now enjoy high-tech internet with the same reliability and speed enjoyed by those in large metro areas.”

Vexus Fiber currently operates fiber-to-the-home networks in Lubbock, Amarillo, Wichita Falls, Abilene, and surrounding areas in Texas, as well as Hammond, Covington and Mandeville areas in Louisiana. The company is also building new networks in Tyler and San Angelo, Texas.

Residents and businesses that are interested in Vexus Fiber services can visit connect.vexusfiber.com to express interest and receive updates on construction. Typically, residents will receive communication via email and mail about activity in their neighborhood 30 days prior to construction.

Additionally, Vexus plans to hire local management, sales, technical, and customer service professionals to support the area. For those interested in joining the Vexus Fiber team, visit vexusfiber.com/jobs.

About Vexus
Vexus is a leading provider of fiber-based communications solutions for both residential and business customers across Texas and Louisiana. As a technology leader in the industry, Vexus Fiber offers an extensive range of internet connectivity over a true fiber-to-the-premises network. Services also include a robust HD Video platform, voice, TeleCloud services, and more. For more information, please visit vexusfiber.com.

Vexus Fiber Contact:                Kyle Alcorn               573-481-2732
Pamlico Capital Contact:         Stuart Christhilf         704-404-7150
Oak Hill Capital Contact:         Dawn Dover             917-349-5621
For inquiries email: [email protected]

SOURCE Vexus Fiber

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