Domino’s® Urges Customers Not to Buy NFTs From the Noid™

June 8, 2021

ANN ARBOR, Mich., June 8, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Domino’s Pizza Inc. (NYSE: DPZ), the largest pizza company in the world based on global retail sales, knows that the Noid is back and will stop at nothing to thwart great pizza deliveries. However, recent Noid innovations featured in the latest Domino’s television campaign, such as the infamous Pizza Crusher, Pizza Slayzer and giant Noid Balloon Blockade, haven’t stopped tech-savvy Domino’s from delivering delicious pizza to families nationwide. What’s a villain to do?

To Domino’s dismay, their nemesis has decided to sell one-of-a-kind nonfungible tokens (NFTs) linked to these tools, over the course of a fourteen-day auction, to fund future schemes. Domino’s was alerted to this nefarious plan and felt a strong statement was necessary: please don’t buy them!

NFTs are pieces of unique digital code stored on the blockchain, linked to underlying assets from images to GIFs to memes, and act as a permanent public ledger of transactions associated with those assets. They can be bought and sold or auctioned, including on special NFT marketplaces, and are often purchased with cryptocurrency.

Just days ago, the Noid created one-of-a-kind NFTs associated with its three latest inventions and placed them on https://rarible.com/thenoid for anyone to purchase. This NFT collection – more aptly called Noid’s Failed Tools – may look cleverly-designed, even down to the Noid’s unique signature emblazoned on each tool, but don’t be fooled by the devious creature’s ulterior motives.

“We saw the Noid fans on Twitter asking how they could get a Pizza Crusher. We get it, it looks pretty fun,” said Kate Trumbull, Domino’s vice president of advertising. “But who knows what pesky ideas the Noid will be able to fund with the proceeds from the NFT sale? It’s just best that everyone steers clear.”

While the Noid hasn’t revealed exactly what the proceeds will go towards, rumor has it that the anti-mascot is considering things like new and improved gadgets, ingenious disguises, or maybe an autobiography. There’s even been speculation that the Noid is plotting to hop on TikTok later this week to continue its foolish antics. The Noid is not lacking in ideas, just funds. Stop Domino’s archrival and Avoid the Noid™!

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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Los Angeles Releases a New Data-Driven Plan to Promote Sustainable Transportation

June 7, 2021

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LOS ANGELES, June 7, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Los Angeles City Planning (City Planning) and the Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) unveiled proposed changes to the City’s existing Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Program. The draft proposal will help reduce car dependence to meet carbon pollution reduction strategies set out in LA’s Green New Deal.

The update aims to reduce the number of overall vehicle trips taken in LA, leveraging the latest technologies and incentives to offer sustainable alternative modes of transportation. The current TDM ordinance applies only to large-scale commercial and industrial developments, whereas the proposed revision would expand the program to apply to new construction projects, including multi-family residential development projects consisting of 16 or more units.

“This program puts people first. It recognizes Angelenos’ diverse transportation needs, invests in walkable, bike-friendly, transit-rich communities, and incentivizes the creation of walkable activity centers,” said Director of Planning Vince Bertoni. “By creating more efficient and sustainable options for getting around the City, we will make it easier for Angelenos to reach jobs, education, healthcare, and social activities.”

The core of the initiative introduces new transportation strategies for reducing carbon emissions. These proposed changes to LA’s Zoning Code would require projects of a certain size to incorporate TDM strategies for reducing single occupancy vehicle trips and total miles traveled.

“LA’s TDM ordinance brings a long-overdue overhaul to our development review process that will make us a more connected and efficient city,” said LADOT General Manager Seleta Reynolds. “When we incentivize a wider range of transportation options, we build a future with greater mobility, less traffic, and improved health outcomes for Los Angeles.”

City Planning and LADOT will be better positioned to require new developments to contribute to the City’s expanding transportation options. New developments will be able to choose from a menu of TDM strategies to implement, including additional investments in public transit, biking, and carpooling. As a result, Angelenos will have better options in place to make public transit, walking, biking, and carsharing viable alternatives to vehicular travel.

LA has created a TDM calculator to make compliance simple and transparent for developers. The calculator generates a “point target” based on each project’s scale to help applicants understand the level of compliance required.

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Filling America’s Wellness Deficit the Focus of National Fishing and Boating Week ‘Get On Board’ Campaign

June 7, 2021

With COVID-19 transforming Americans’ recreational habits, a new study has found that up to millions of new or returning participants have taken up fishing & boating. Particular increases were seen among nontraditional participants, signaling the activities’ increasing appeal among new audiences.

ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 7, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — A new study from Take Me Fishing and Discover Boating uncovers a wellness deficit in America as recreational activities begin reopening amid improving public health conditions. Based on the findings, the two outdoor recreation organizations are launching their summer-long Get On Board campaign this National Fishing and Boating Week (NFBW), June 5 through 13, to help Americans from all walks of life fill their wellness deficits by experiencing the benefits of the outdoors firsthand. Research shows that simply getting outside or being near water lowers stress and anxiety. With help from mental health changemaker Dr. Jessica Clemons and a fleet of social media influencers, Get On Board will encourage, uplift and inspire Americans with its message that The Water Is Open to Everyone.

“With health clubs, sports leagues, summer camps and more on pause last year, many of us found ourselves missing the activities we once depended on to sustain our wellness — and as a result, we accumulated a wellness deficit,” said Stephanie Vatalaro, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Communications for the Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF) and its Take Me Fishing brand. “To fill our wellness deficits, many of us turned to outdoor recreational activities like fishing and boating as ways to recreate responsibly during the pandemic. Our goal now is to help everyone experience the healing power of nature.”

According to a new online survey of more than 2,000 U.S. adults by The Harris Poll, most Americans agree that participating in outdoor recreation is good for both mental (89%) and physical (89%) wellbeing. And while many (70%) do see people like themselves in outdoor recreation events, social media, advertising, etc., filling America’s wellness deficit may begin with inviting a more diverse population to experience the outdoors. More than 4 in 10 (43%) would be more likely to participate in outdoor activities if they saw more examples of people like themselves in the outdoor recreation industry.

“Being on, near or around water is one of the best ways to refresh and reset your mind, giving you the freedom to explore and escape stress on land,” said Ellen Bradley, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Communications and Chief Brand Officer for the National Marine Manufacturers Association and its Discover Boating initiative. “The water is having a renaissance as more Americans discover fishing and boating as ways to relax and spend quality time with friends and family. In fact, demand for new boats has surged, with sales reaching a 13-year high in 2020 — and that’s just the beginning. Get On Board is designed to be a welcome call to relax, explore and connect with loved ones in a way that can only be experienced on the water.”

To help raise awareness about the wellness benefits anyone can experience outdoors and on the water, the campaign will enlist the help of acclaimed mental health expert Dr. Jessica Clemons, known for her @askdrjess social media platform. Heralded as ‘the internet’s favorite psychiatrist,’ Dr. Clemons uses her social influence to encourage everyone to prioritize their wellness and practice self-care.

“Without a conscious effort, it’s easy to put your mental health on autopilot,” Dr. Clemons said. “Exploring new wellness-sustaining activities like fishing and boating is a great way to refill the wellness deficit you may be in following last year’s shutdowns. This is especially true for people who don’t have previous fishing and boating experience. Learning new skills promotes a sense of accomplishment and getting out of your routine can help you get in touch with your friends, your family and yourself.”

As suggested by the study, individuals’ likelihood of trying new outdoor activities often depends on first seeing people they identify with in those activities. Based on that finding, Get On Board is deploying a fleet of social media influencers. Coming from a broad range of backgrounds, through their social influence they will encourage Americans from all walks of life to fill their wellness deficits and have fun this summer by experiencing the benefits of nature.

“Before you can be your best self on the water, you need to see your best self on the water,” said Jenny Anderson through her Instagram account @girlof10000lakes. “The outdoors community has lots of people you might not expect, and we’re sharing our stories using #TheWaterIsOpen. Joining us is as simple as using the hashtag yourself while enjoying nature. We want everyone to experience the wellness benefits of the outdoors, and an easy way to start is by showcasing the breadth of the outdoors community.”

Get On Board is accompanied by a variety of programs developed on behalf of the fishing and boating industries. Vamos A Pescar™ is RBFF’s Hispanic outreach initiative, which provides Spanish-language fishing and boating ‘how to’ and ‘where to’ information, along with critical funding to community programs nationwide through the George H. W. Bush Vamos A Pescar™ Education Fund. Women Making Waves is RBFF’s social media movement to increase female visibility in fishing. Additional initiatives from RBFF include the Stories of Mentors and I Am an Angler campaigns. Through spotlighting the experiences of unexpected fishing and boating participants, RBFF and NMMA are committed to supporting the next generation in fishing and boating.

Anyone can celebrate NFBW and experience the wellness benefits of the outdoors by getting started in fishing and boating. An easy way for newcomers to test the water is by participating in their state’s Free Fishing Days when standard fishing license requirements are waived. Those interested in exploring boating can try it out through boat rentals, peer-to-peer sharing and boat clubs.

Visit TakeMeFishing.org for beginner how-to tips, interactive water-access maps, and more. Go to DiscoverBoating.com for how to get started in boating, stress-busting benefits of boating and more. Visitors can also use the websites to purchase a fishing license or register a boat, which help provide critical funding for the conservation programs that preserve our waterways for future generations to enjoy.

About the Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF)
RBFF is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to increase recreational angling and boating participation, thereby protecting and restoring the nation’s aquatic natural resources. RBFF’s 60 in 60 effort strives to attract 60 million anglers to the sport by the end of 2021. To help recruit, retain and reactivate participants, RBFF developed the award-winning Take Me Fishing™ and Vamos A Pescar™ campaigns to build awareness of boating, fishing, and conservation and educate people about the benefits of participation. The campaign websites feature how-to-videos and an interactive state-by-state map that allows visitors to find local boating and fishing spots, helping boaters and anglers of all ages and experience levels learn, plan, and equip for a successful day on the water.

About Discover Boating
Discover Boating is a national program managed by the two leading trade groups for the recreational boating industry, the National Marine Manufacturers Association and Marine Retailers Association of the Americas to help people get on the water and experience the fun of boating. For anyone exploring the boating lifestyle, DiscoverBoating.com is a resource for getting started in boating. It offers tools for finding accessible ways to get on the water such as rentals and charters, plus a boat selector tool and a boat loan calculator to find the right boat for your budget and lifestyle. Follow along on Discover Boating’s social channels on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Survey Method
This survey was conducted online within the United States by The Harris Poll on behalf of Take Me Fishing between April 14-16 among 2,050 adults ages 18+. This online survey is not based on a probability sample and therefore no estimate of theoretical sampling error can be calculated. For complete survey methodology, including weighting variables and subgroup sample sizes, please contact Bruna Carincotte at [email protected].

CONTACTS
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Ruby Gómez’s New Book Travesía 41 Días, A Touching Memoir Of The Author’s Eventful And Emotional Journey For Forty-One Days Across Countries

June 7, 2021

LAS VEGAS, June 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The book Travesía 41 Días was created by Ruby Gómez. Ruby is an author who was born on April 6, 1989, in the city of Havana, Cuba. She currently lives in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA.

Gómez said this about her book: “This sad and beautiful story lived by an immigrant expresses the intense moments that she had to go through when traveling through eight countries in America in order to reach the American dream. They were 41 days, 984 hours, and 59,040 minutes lived with high intensity. This young woman, together with her little daughter barely three years old, her husband, her brother-in-law, and three relatives of the latter ran the hard adventure. It sounded like a movie they were going through. It is the story of an emigrant of Cuban origin, one of the thousands who have traveled by land, seas, rivers, and air, difficult roads to achieve their dreams. It’s about survival, bravery, diversity, hatred, despair, regret, and perseverance. These characters have realized that there is only one life and have taken risks throughout history. In 41 days she met many people (bad, good, regular), suffered assaults, abuse of power by one of the governments of a country, persecution, and even illness. She came to think that her family was destroyed and separated from her, but, in the end, what did not kill her made her stronger and united. In her trajectory, she faced people who did not achieve their goal of reaching the end or died in the cause.”

Published by Page Publishing, Ruby Gómez’s new book Travesía 41 Días follows a woman’s unrelenting moments in life as a hopeful immigrant seeking solace and opportunity in a foreign country.

Consumers who wish to immerse themselves in a thought-provoking narrative about immigrant life can purchase Travesía 41 Días in any bookstore or online at Apple iTunes, Amazon.com, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries, you can contact Page Publishing, through the following number: 866-315-2708.

About Page Publishing:

Page Publishing is a traditional full-service publishing house that handles all of 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 bogged down with complicated business issues like eBook conversion, establishing wholesale accounts, insurance, shipping, taxes, and the like. Its roster of authors can leave behind these tedious, complex, and time-consuming issues and focus on their passion: writing and creating. Learn more at www.pagepublishing.com.

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Juan Rafael Maldonado’s New Book “Essays and Poems for Those Who Love the Preciousness of Life” Is A Beautiful Piece That Explores The Beauty And Twists Of Life And Love In All Their Forms

June 7, 2021

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NEW YORK, June 7, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Juan Rafael Maldonado, a poet with a passion to create new things, has completed his new book “Essays and Poems for Those Who Love the Preciousness of Life”: a stirring collection of verses that reflect the meaning of life, the sorrows and pain, and the vast possibilities of living.

Juan Rafael Maldonado was born in Vega Baja, Puerto Rico. But as a child he moved to Laureano Vega Street No. 63 in the neighboring town of Vega Alta, along with his brothers, Myriam and Augusto, and his parents, Juan Maldonado and Mercedes Castro. It was in Vega Alta where he studied until graduating from high school. He then entered the University of Puerto Rico, where he studied until obtaining a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. From her student years in high school (she was pink for all youth) she began to write poems for hobby, which she abandoned for a while. It wasn’t until he moved to New York City (1995) that he decided to write for good.

This is a work directed to a bilingual reading public (English and Spanish).

In a poetic and essayist language, but at the same time simple, the author invites the reader to have a positive vision of life, with its different twists, good and less good. It includes intimate, eternal and human themes such as woman, family, nature and above all, love.

They are verses worked with high emotional maturity that reflect the originality of the author.

Published by Page Publishing, Juan Rafael Maldonado’s creative expression through poems and essays invites readers from all walks of life to discover the beauty in everything that happens around them.

Written in English and Spanish, this work hopes to reach many as it greatly revels in the preciousness and holiness of life and humanity.

Readers who wish to experience this lovely work can purchase “Essays and Poems for Those Who Love the Preciousness of Life” 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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Henry Giron’s New Book “Amazonas Mágico” Entails Fascinating Journeys Of Adventure, Music, And Youth

June 7, 2021

MILFORD, Mass., June 7, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Henry Giron, a writer from Guatemala City, has completed his new book “Amazonas Mágico”: a gripping and potent story collection that follows different individuals who are about to face their own tribulations that will eventually mold their characters and shape their futures.

Henry writes, “Even when people tell you that you are a monster or failure, you will know that you are smarter than you think, stronger than you appear to be and when you are ready, I hope to be there.”

Published by Page Publishing, Henry Giron’s book is a riveting read that will surprise the readers with the turn of events, encourage them to move forward, and inspire them to live on and appreciate the magic in the pages.

Readers who wish to experience this great work can purchase “Amazonas Mágico” 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.

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National Black Farmers Association Announces 2021-2022 Next Generation Black and Hispanic Farmers Scholarship Program Application Deadline June 15, 2021

June 7, 2021

BOYDTON, Va., June 4, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — It is a privilege for the National Black Farmers Association (NBFA) to administer a scholarship program to ensure that the next generation of African-American/Black and Hispanic farmers receive the training and skills that will enable them to thrive in the agricultural industry. “Higher education provides essential tools, knowledge, and resources that will allow these scholars to continue their family farm legacy for future generations” says John Boyd, NBFA President.

The Nex Generation of Black and Hispanic Farmers Scholarship (NGBHF) Program application deadline for the 2021-2022 academic year is June 15, 2021. In its first year, the NGBHF Scholarship Program will award up to 25 scholarships to Black and Hispanic graduating high school seniors who plan to enroll or are enrolled in an agriculture program of study at the University of Nebraska – Lincoln with a commitment to engage in the family farm operation post college graduation.

Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:

Be Black, African American or Hispanic high school student farmers with a verifiable family farm operation by the USDA Farm Service Agency, Future Farmers of America (FFA) or Cooperative Extension Service (4-H);
Have a minimum high school grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or its equivalent);
Meet academic and admissions criteria for post-secondary education (refer to application for specific criteria);
Commit to farming on the family farm upon college graduation.

Scholarship Award Includes:

Tuition provided for up to 30 credit hours per academic year to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln;
Campus-based housing (traditional hall, double occupancy);
All-access meal plan;
Mandatory fees per academic year;
Up to $1,000 in textbook funds per academic year.

Scholarship Requirements:

Be a full-time student by the 6th day of classes each semester at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln;
Enrolled in an approved degree program in the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (Degree programs include: Agronomy, Animal Science, Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Applied Science, Grassland Systems, Horticulture, Mechanized Systems Management);
Remain in good standing academically (a cumulative GPA no lower than 2.5) during the four-year course of study;
Remain in good standing administratively, with no student code of conduct and/or legal sanctions during the program;
Participate annually in the Emerging Leaders in Ag and Diversity program.

Apply NOW! Next Generation of Black and Hispanic Farmers Scholarship Application

Questions? Contact Us: Email: [email protected] or Call: (804) 691-8528

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Kia America Announces 2021 Niro EV

June 7, 2021

IRVINE, Calif., June 4, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — With the 2020 Kia Niro ranked number one among mass-market brands in the inaugural J.D. Power 2021 Electric Vehicle Experience (EVX) Ownership Study, the 2021 model year arrives as largely a carryover but with technology and convenience enhancements. Niro EV continues to deliver an estimated 239 miles of range¹on a single charge and may be eligible for state and local utility incentives, depending on location of purchase.

Standard Rear Occupant Alert (door-logic based)
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (EX)
Remote Start functionality allows for cabin preheating or cooling
Niro EV expands the available DriveWise Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)² including Leading Vehicle Departure Alert, Highway Driving Assist and Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control – Curve

Trim Levels/Pricing³ – MSRP (excludes $1,175 destination)

• EX:
• EX Premium:

$39,090

$44,650

Powertrain:

State-of-the-art 64 kWh battery and 201-horsepower electric motor

Range¹:

• All Electric Range:

239 miles

Fuel Economy. MPGe⁴: (city/highway/combined):

• MPGe:

123/102/112 (City/Highway/Combined)

DriveWise Features²:

Forward Collision Warning

Std: EX, EX Premium

Forward Collision-Avoidance-Assist (FCA-Cyc & FCA-Ped) with camera and radar (vehicle, pedestrian and cyclist detection)

Std: EX, EX Premium

Blindspot Collision Warning (BCW) with Rear Cross Traffic Collision Warning (RCCW)

Std: EX, EX Premium

Lane Keep Assist (LKA) with Lane Departure Warning (LDW)

Std: EX, EX Premium

Lane Following Assist (LFA)

Std: EX, EX Premium

Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go (SCC w/S&G)

Std: EX

Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control – Curve with Stop and Go (NSCC-C)

Std: EX Premium

Highway Driving Assist (HDA)

Std: EX Premium

High Beam Assist (HBA)

Std: EX, EX Premium

Driver Attention Warning (DAW) with Lead Vehicle Departure Alert (LVDA)

Std: EX, EX Premium

Dimensions:

• Overall Length:	172.2 in.

• Overall Width:	71.1 in.

• Overall Height:	61.8 in. (with standard roof rails)

• Wheelbase:	106.3 in.

• Cargo Capacity:	18.5 cu.-ft. (rear seats upright, with luggage under tray) 53 cu.-ft. (rear seats folded, with luggage under tray) 99.6 cu.-ft. (passenger volume)

• Curb Weight, min:	3,854 lbs.

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.*

For media information, including photography, visit www.kiamedia.com. To receive custom email notifications for press releases the moment they are published, subscribe at www.kiamedia.com/us/en/newsalert.

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

¹ Based on EPA estimates on a full battery charge. Actual range will vary with options, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, charging practice, battery age, weather, temperature and your vehicle’s condition. Battery capacity will decrease with time and use. For more information on range, please see www.fueleconomy.gov.

² No system, no matter how advanced, can compensate for all driver error and/or driving conditions. Always drive safely.

³ MSRP excludes destination and handling, taxes, title, license fees, options and retailer charges. Actual prices set by retailer and may vary.

⁴ EPA equivalent gasoline fuel efficiency for electric mode operation.

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Anheuser-Busch Ropes White House Into Vaccine-Based Marketing and Data Collection Scheme

June 4, 2021

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SAN RAFAEL, Calif., June 4, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Alcohol Justice is reporting the COVID-19 pandemic has been a tragedy, a challenge, and a generation-defining disaster. Thanks to a boost from the White House, global megabrewer Anheuser-Busch InBev (ABI) has embraced it as something more: a marketing opportunity. As state and federal public health agencies struggle to distribute the COVID-19 vaccine, ABI has announced a beer giveaway if 70% or more of the country receives a vaccination. The White House has unquestioningly amplified that announcement.

Not only does this giveaway provide free advertising for ABI, it gives them an unparalleled opportunity to harvest Americans’ personal information. To claim the free ABI product, consumers must not only provide name and date of birth, but also a photo—which has encoded information about their location and even the settings on their smartphone. This is not so Budweiser can verify vaccine status (it is illegal for them to do so), it’s so they can continue to laser-target marketing and, in the end, sell more beer.

In a company press release touting their “Let’s Grab A Beer” initiative, Belgium-based ABI’s new CEO Michel Doukeris says “…we are committed to supporting the safe and strong recovery of our nation.” “It’s just a slap in the face to those in recovery from alcoholism to hear that kind of self-serving rhetoric,” said Bruce Lee Livingston, Executive Director / CEO of Alcohol Justice. “If Mr. Doukeris truly wants to help our nation and not just exploit COVID for market share, he should simply direct the funds that they would spend on free beer and donate them to the country’s most deserving hospital emergency departments dealing with an epidemic of alcohol-related harm every day of the year.”

The White House’s decision to include ABI in its announcement of a National Month of Action to promote COVID-19 vaccinations gives a veneer of respectability to the promotion. However, the megabrewer may be overstating the closeness of its relationship with the Biden administration. This disingenuous language around vaccine outreach is not new for the company. They garnered accolades for announcing—via a Super Bowl ad—that Budweiser would be donating its Super Bowl ad time to vaccine awareness campaigns. It did not mention that it would still be running ads for Bud Light and other ABI products.

“AB-InBev has spent the last 15 months capitalizing on the pandemic to advance its strategy to deregulate alcohol and increase sales. This is yet another example of putting corporate benefit over public health and safety,” said Nicole Holt, Chair, U.S. Alcohol Policy Alliance.

“Let’s Grab A Beer” is a marketing and data collecting scheme, not a heroic act by ABI. In fact, their cost is no more than any seasonal advertising campaign. According to Alcohol Justice estimates, the over-the-counter price of a bottle of Budweiser for every unvaccinated American would be $144 million. That is less than 10% of their estimated domestic marketing budget of $1.5 billion.

“ABI and the Biden administration join a worrying group of governmental and commercial interests offering alcohol to incentivize vaccinations, including ersatz “craft brewer” Sam Adams and the state of New Jersey,” said Carson-Benowitz Fredericks, research manager at Alcohol Justice. “This creates numerous problems for public health advocacy.”

First, ABI and its allies are #COVIDwashing. For the past 15 months, the United States has been awash in alcohol companies trying to increase their profits amidst spikes in binge drinking and psychological distress. State governments have been complicit in this, culminating in legislative disasters like California’s current attempts to massively deregulate alcohol sales. And the worst companies (ABI, you’re up again) have attempted to directly tie alcohol to public health.

Second, alcohol use has likely worsened the scope of the pandemic. Alcohol suppresses the immune system, making heavier drinkers more likely to contract the virus and develop higher viral load. Densely packed bars and clubs have created the ideal spaces for person-to-person transmission, especially when intoxication makes it easier to neglect social distancing, masking, and other protective behaviors. On top of that, alcohol causes inflammation, and inflammation of the lungs—specifically, suffocation as inflamed lungs fill with pus and fluid—is the primary driver of death from COVID-19. (The “Director’s Blog” by George Koob, PhD, of National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism is helpful background.)

But the third and worst aspect of this is the threat that alcohol may impair the development of immunity. Heavy drinking very clearly inhibits immune response, and having a strong initial immune response is fundamental lasting immunity. It is not clear that one free beer makes a difference, but following it up with two more incontrovertibly prevents the body from reacting properly to viruses or vaccines.

The pandemic still blazes worldwide, including in the United States. The vaccine shows promise to slow the tide of harm. The country still needs real leadership to help its people, however, without promoting Big Alcohol. After all, the alcohol industry are merchants of harm that every generation experiences, and for which there will never be a vaccine.

The public is encouraged to TAKE ACTION here: https://bit.ly/3g910yN or Text the word JUSTICE to 313131, to tell the White House and ABI’s Michel Doukeris that the promise of a free beer will not solve the COVID pandemic or any other problem for that matter. ABI should contribute funding to hospitals that deal with alcohol-related harm on a daily basis instead of encouraging more alcohol consumption with marketing masquerading as public health incentive.

For more information on Alcohol Justice campaigns and projects: https://alcoholjustice.org/

Contact: Michael J. Scippa 415 548-0492
Jorge Castillo 213 840-3336

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Latin Urban Superstar Farruko Joins Stellar Line Up for Inaugural Triller Live Concert Series Event June 19th at Miami’s loanDepot park Performing To Live Miami Audience For the First Time Since Pandemic; Tickets On Sale Now

June 4, 2021

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LOS ANGELES and MIAMI, June 4, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Farruko, one of Latin Urban music’s leading and globally acclaimed artists, will take the stage for the first time at Miami’s loanDepot park to help kick off the New Triller Live Concert Series on June 19th as part of an epic three-hour concert for Miami’s first “full open seating” event post-COVID, which will then be followed by a four-hour extravaganza mixing music and some of the biggest boxing matches in a show produced by the visionary producer of So You Think You Can Dance and American Idol.

Farruko is joining previously announced hip hop superstar Meek Mill, Latin superstar rapper Myke Towers, rap legend Snoop Dogg and Reggaeton sensation Lunay in the full-set concert which kicks off at 6:00 PM EDT. The concert precedes the most exciting, thrill-packed fight event of the year, which will also offer entertainment between fights once the fight card starts. The evening will also feature a surprise performance of a never-before-seen, never-seen-again duet.

Produced by So You Think You Can Dance co-creator Nigel Lythgoe and featuring Miami’s hottest salsa dancers and a world-class pyrotechnics display, the Fight Club event is an unprecedented evening combining the world’s best entertainers and boxers in a not-to-be-missed, four-quadrant entertainment extravaganza.

Farruko is recognized as one of the most important musical phenomena in the Latin music industry. Thanks to his fantastic artistic versatility and his excellence on stage, the multi-platinum artist and two-time Latin GRAMMY winner has managed to conquer massive audiences around the world, becoming one of the most innovative exponents of the reggaeton genre. With eight successful studio albums and multiple collaborations with international artists of different genres, his success has impacted the Hispanic American community, in such a way that his career has been recognized by HBO with a documentary focused on his career, “Farruko: En Letra de Otro.”

His last album “Gangalee” debuted #2 on Billboard’s “Top Latin Songs” chart, entered the “Billboard 200” global chart, and was certified 7x multi-platinum. This album presents essential singles like “Nadie,” “Inolvidable,” “La Cartera” with Bad Bunny, and “Delincuente” with Anuel AA. Likewise, his single “Calma – Remix” with Pedro Capó became an iconic hit of popular reggaeton, which not only received a Latin GRAMMY award but has also been certified as platinum by the RIAA. Additionally, the song received an ASCAP 2020 award and has almost two billion views in its music video. Farruko is characterized by his highly-adaptable skills across musical genres, and his ability to break international barriers with his unique talent. Constantly demonstrating his musical evolution, Farruko reaffirms his position as an artistic powerhouse in the Latin music industry. His latest release, “Love 66,” alongside famed Staten Island rapper CJ, is yet another testament to that.

Triller Fight Club partner Snoop Dogg, said, “To have such as talent as Reggaeton star Farruko joining this incredible line-up of music and fights, well, there is nothing left to say. You all better be in Miami on June 19, or you will be missing out on the most exciting cultural moment of the year.”

Triller Live Concert Series precedes the first-ever boxing event held at loanDepot park in Miami, Florida, home of the Miami Marlins which will be configured in an intimate and unique setting with full open seating for the first time since COVID. The event offers something for everyone: music lovers, boxing fans, adults and kids.

Prices range from $50 to $3,000 and include options from VIP ringside seats to traditional seats in the stadium upper and lower bowls, as well as seats near the two entertainment stages on either side of the ring, positioned at the pitcher’s mound. For tickets and information, visit www.TrillerFightClub.com.

FITE, the world’s premier streaming PPV platform for sports and entertainment recently acquired by TrillerNet, will handle worldwide live pay-per-view streaming distribution online for the June 19 event, and via FITE mobile and Smart TV apps, game controllers and all major OTT devices as well as power TrillerFightClub.com.

The PPV is now available for purchase at the price of $49.99 (U.S. & Canada). Fans outside North America can check the FITE link at https://www.fite.tv/watch/teofimo-lopez-vs-george-kambosos/2p97b/ for international pricing.

About FITE:
FITE is the premier global platform for live sports and entertainment offering many of the industry’s marquee PPV events and SVOD packages with over 4.4MM registered users. FITE is available worldwide through its iOS and Android mobile apps, Apple TV, Android TV, ROKU, Amazon Fire TV and Huawei apps. In addition, FITE supports Samsung, LG, Cox Contour, Vizio SmartCast™, Foxxum, Chromecast, PS4, XBOX, ZEASN, Netrange, Vidaa/Hisense, VEWD, Netgem TV, Virgin Media, Comcast’s Xfinity 1 and Xfinity Flex as well as 7,000 models of Smart TVs. Available online at www.FITE.tv. Follow FITE on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. If it Happens, it’s on FITE.

About loanDepot park:
loanDepot park is a state-of-the-art retractable roof ballpark located in the heart of Miami. Built in 2012 and located fewer than two miles from downtown Miami, loanDepot park’s uniqueness and attractiveness, including unobstructed views of Miami’s skyline made possible by six operable glass panels, have made the venue a go-to destination for world-class entertainment, hosting a variety of sporting events as well as many business and entertainment events.

About TrillerNet:
Triller Fight Club, Triller Live and FITE are owned by TrillerNet, a first-of-its-kind company consolidating technology and content platforms to lead the move to Internet 3.0. TrillerNet pairs the culture of music with sports, fashion, entertainment and influencers through a 360-degree view of content and technology. TrillerNet—which owns the globally popular Triller app used by musicians, celebrities, athletes, and overall culture setters—has more than 300 million users worldwide. The Triller app—unlike other popular short-video apps it is often compared to, encourages its users to post the content created on the app across other social media platforms and websites. The app uses proprietary AI and Machine Learning technology which is uniquely tied to the content rather than the user. By tracking the content, Triller empowers its tastemakers and users to push their content virally to affiliated and non-affiliated sites and networks reaching hundreds of millions of additional users. Data and insights gleaned from the Triller network, its creators, artists and users (from the app and off network) are used to program longer-form content, connect users across the web with the content, and provide unprecedented opportunities for engagement and monetization. TrillerNet has developed highly successful campaigns that begin with the app and continue throughout the entire content and technology ecosystem with some of the biggest brands in the world, including Pepsi, McDonalds, Weedmaps, DraftKings, L’Oreal, and many others. TrillerNet offers brands a unique content and technology solution, including direct deals with the influencers and celebrities. This branded content journey starts with short-form video and can easily expand into valuable long-form content distributed through the Triller Network, such as live-event boxing and music PPVs, fashion shows, and episodic reality content on TrillerTV. Some of the more than 65 original half-hour TrillerTV shows include The D’Amelios Family’s “Ask a DAM Question,” Jennifer Lopez In The Morning, Jake Paul: Staying On Top, 2 Chainz Let’s Do It, DJ Khaled’s Spreading Love, Hype House’s Thomas Petrou’s Coffee Talks, Josh Richards’ Josh Pong, Ur Lov’d: the Noah Beck Show, Fat Joe’s Masterclass, The Perez Hilton Show, and Violet Benson’s Too Tired To Be Crazy, among others. TrillerNet additionally owns Verzuz, the massive live-stream music platform launched by Swizz Beatz and Timbaland, and Triller Fight Club (www.TrillerFightClub.com), which launched last year with the highly successful Tyson-Jones Fight which shattered digital PPV records. Other holdings include leading AI-powered customer engagement platform Amplify.ai, and FITE, the premier live event and PPV, AVOD, SVOD streaming platform.

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