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President of the World Travel & Tourism Council, in a discussion with Ismael Cala: “35 destinations adopt protocols for safe trips”

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MIAMI, June 26, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Gloria Guevara, CEO and president of the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), announced that 35 destinations have already adopted the same protocols to reduce risks and to be able to travel safely starting in July.

“We want travelers to know that we are doing everything to reduce risks so that they can travel safely. The idea is for the experience to be the same in all sectors,” Guevara said in a virtual program with communicator and strategist, Ismael Cala.

Among the countries that have adopted the WTTC’s safety protocol are Iceland, Portugal, Jamaica, Panama and Mexico (Cancún).

“There are two phases. Before and after the Covid-19 vaccine. And some protocols will be maintained, such as taking people’s temperature at airports,” she added.

Gloria Guevara, from Mexico, is the first Latina and the first woman to head the World Travel & Tourism Council, which is based in London.

“We are living in unprecedented times. We are leveraging the experience we gained after 9/11, because in order to regain confidence, globally standardized protocols are necessary,” Guevara said.

“We are going to bring you information that should lower fear and stress levels, so you can travel safely in our so-called ‘new normal’.”

Ismael Cala interviewed the influential leader at the beginning of the new production season of Cala Mundos, his travel program. He is now resuming the schedule with an up-to-date and inspiring theme: Cala Mundos: “Safe Travel Edition.”

“This new edition is a testimony of supporting the desire and adventurous feelings of every traveler who, like me, need to be well informed of the new measures and precautions that the tourist world has taken so that we can start returning to the most popular destinations all over the world,” Ismael Cala said.

Cala Mundos is a new partnership between Cala Enterprises, producer RealFiction Group —and its producer/director David Barski— and Sigma-Analysis Group —and its director of Sales and Marketing Strategy, Rita Hernández.

Some of the destinations for this season are Europe, the Dominican Republic, Thailand, Canada, Costa Rica, Argentina, Australia, Iceland, Patagonia, Greece, Israel, Colombia, Mexico, and seven cities in the US.

Cala Mundos: “Safe Travel Edition” will be on air starting in September 2020 in the US, Latin America, Europe and Asia.

See the full interview with Gloria Guevara:
https://www.facebook.com/IsmaelCala/videos/580139836023471/?v=580139836023471

SOURCE Cala Enterprises Corporation

Maria Gheridian’ s New Book Historia Gheridian, A Poignant Memoir Of A Journey Through Political And Social Injustices In Three Differing Societies

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WALTHAM, Massachusetts, June 26, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The book Historia Gheridian: Tres Mundos was written by Maria Gheridian. Maria was an actress and educator and is currently retired living in Waltham, Massachusetts.

Maria Gheridian has said about her book: “Three worlds guided by the force of one planet, Earth.  Three worlds so similar but at the same time so different. My family and I had to cross three different worlds and experience the political and social changes of various people and cultures to learn that in certain respects, society is the same everywhere. With the political changes we have seen how the misery of demagogue propaganda and resulting wars can destroy the history and culture of the people who have lived free for many years. With social changes, we have seen and experienced how the lack of means for a better life, and for opportunities for education can destroy people’s dreams for a future of peace. I and my family will not forget all the paths traveled to recognize the differences of the three worlds that we had to cross. With the personal changes that shaped my views of the world, and through the paths that I traveled traversing ‘three different worlds”, I learned that some worlds can be true and some just illusions of truth. If they call that ‘destiny,’ I have covered almost everything during my journey along the paths that each one of my worlds has pointed out to me. Through my journey I discovered mixed feelings of gains and losses, fulfillment and disappointment, love and heartbreak, truth and lies, wins and losses and, above all, the power to persevere”.

Published by Page Publishing, Maria Gheridian‘ s new book Historia Gheridian: Three worlds, follows a trail of pain and struggle experienced in three countries and challenging societies, resulting in personal turmoil and overbearing emotions.

Consumers who wish to be aware of the societal shifts and prejudices that cause conflict and inconvenience in life can purchase Historia Gheridian 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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Ricardo López Ruiz’s new book El Camino a la Vida Eterna, a comprehensive discussion of the Bible that inspires eternal life and a deeper understanding of God’ will

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OCEANSIDE, California, June 26, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The book El Camino a la Vida Eterna was created by Ricardo López Ruiz. Ricardo is an author who studied law at the National Autonomous University of Mexico and obtained his patent to practice law with the thesis “The Crime of Robbery and Its Social Implications.”

Ricardo said this about his book: “In the Bible is found the power that can deliver the evil that threatens. The good thing now is that in a few pages and in a short time, you understand what the Spirit of God produces for those who fulfill his laws, norms, and decrees. Also, in a poetic way, they know the Law to which those who do not obey it are subject, that matter is corruptible and Spirit incorruptible, to practice the faith with facts so it is worth, the truth to set you free, to be faithful so God does not abandon you, the perfect love for you to be happy, to be powerful but humble. You will be able to lift your forehead, you will have peace, and you will reap justice. You can be happy, and you will not lack anything. You will know the eternal life that is God.”

Published by Page Publishing, Ricardo López Ruiz’s new book El Camino a la Vida Eterna will instill resounding spiritual wisdom to readers that will aid in discerning God’s purpose through his Holy Word.

Consumers who wish to strengthen their faith and conviction in the Lord can purchase El Camino a la Vida Eterna 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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Correction in Total COVID-19 Deaths for Latin American and Caribbean Nations

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SEATTLE, June 25, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — An unintentional error in calculating total deaths for Latin America and the Caribbean resulted in IHME issuing an incorrect total for the region in a June 24 press release and on its website. The reported total of nearly 388,300 excluded Argentina, Chile and Uruguay. The updated total for Latin America and the Caribbean is 438,698 deaths. IHME regrets the error.

The forecasted deaths for individual nations are correct. IHME will continue to update as new data are available.

The forecasts can be viewed at https://covid19.healthdata.org.

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FIBRA Prologis Is Included in the S&P/BMV Total Mexico ESG Index

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MEXICO CITY, June 25, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — FIBRA Prologis (BMV: FIBRAPL14), a leading owner and operator of Class-A industrial real estate in Mexico, today announced its inclusion in the S&P/BMV Total Mexico ESG Index, a new index launched by S&P Dow Jones and the Mexican Stock Exchange (“BMV”). The selection criteria is based on relevant ESG principles from a broad benchmark consisting of entities listed on the BMV.

“FIBRA Prologis’ inclusion in this Index demonstrates our commitment to sustainability initiatives,” said Luis Gutierrez, CEO, Prologis Mexico. “Our pledge to ESG further strengthens relationships with customers, investors, employees, communities while doing our part to preserve the environment.”

ABOUT FIBRA PROLOGIS

FIBRA Prologis is a leading owner and operator of Class-A industrial real estate in Mexico. As of March 31, 2020, FIBRA Prologis was comprised of 191 logistics and manufacturing facilities in six industrial markets in Mexico totaling 34.9 million square feet (3.2 million square meters) of gross leasable area.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

The statements in this release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates and projections about the industry and markets in which FIBRA Prologis operates, management’s beliefs and assumptions made by management.  Such statements involve uncertainties that could significantly impact FIBRA Prologis financial results. Words such as “expects,” “anticipates,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “seeks,” “estimates,” variations of such words and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements, which generally are not historical in nature.  All statements that address operating performance, events or developments that we expect or anticipate will occur in the future — including statements relating to rent and occupancy growth, acquisition activity, development activity, disposition activity, general conditions in the geographic areas where we operate, our debt and financial position, are forward-looking statements. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Although we believe the expectations reflected in any forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, we can give no assurance that our expectations will be attained and therefore, actual outcomes and results may differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in such forward-looking statements. Some of the factors that may affect outcomes and results include, but are not limited to: (i) national, international, regional and local economic climates, (ii) changes in financial markets, interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates, (iii) increased or unanticipated competition for our properties, (iv) risks associated with acquisitions, dispositions and development of properties, (v) maintenance of real estate investment trust (“FIBRA”) status and tax structuring, (vi) availability of financing and capital, the levels of debt that we maintain and our credit ratings, (vii) risks related to our investments (viii) environmental uncertainties, including risks of natural disasters, (ix) risks related to the coronavirus pandemic, and (x) those additional factors discussed in reports filed with the “Comisión Nacional Bancaria y de Valores” and  the Mexican Stock Exchange by FIBRA Prologis under the heading “Risk Factors.” FIBRA Prologis undertakes no duty to update any forward-looking statements appearing in this release.

Non-Solicitation – Any securities discussed herein or in the accompanying presentations, if any, have not been registered under the Securities Act of 1933 or the securities laws of any state and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements under the Securities Act and any applicable state securities laws. Any such announcement does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy the securities discussed herein or in the presentations, if and as applicable.

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Kia Motors Ranked #1 Brand In Industry In J.D. Power U.S. Initial Quality Study

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IRVINE, Calif., June 24, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Kia ranked number one in the industry1 today by J.D. Power in the 2020 U.S. Initial Quality Study (IQS), with a reported 136 problems per 100 vehicles. And for the sixth consecutive year, Kia is the number one mass-market automotive brand. “An exceptional run,” said Dave Sargent, Vice President, Automotive Quality, J.D. Power.

Kia Motors ranked #1 brand in industry in J.D. Power U.S. Initial Quality Study

Kia’s continued success in IQS was led by having two models – Forte and Soul — included among the top 10 vehicles in the industry. Kia also had segment-best performances from Forte (Compact Car), Sedona (Minivan), Sorento (Upper Midsize SUV) and Soul (Small SUV).

“Returning to number one in the industry and the top of J.D. Power’s U.S. Initial Quality Study among all mass-market brands for the sixth consecutive year is an enormous honor and a reminder to keep striving to be the best we can be,” said Sean Yoon, president & CEO, Kia Motors North America & Kia Motors America. “With 4 segment winners – and 4 additional models ranking among the top three in their respective segments – Kia’s ‘Give It Everything’ brand philosophy continues to bear fruit in the extremely competitive automotive market.”

The annual report analyzed responses from 87,282 respondents with regards to 189 vehicle series across 26 segments. Vehicles were evaluated on driving experience, engine and transmission performance and a broad range of quality issues reported by vehicle owners.

About Kia Motors America

Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia Motors America continues to top quality surveys and is recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands and 50 Best Global Green Brands by Interbrand. Kia serves as the “Official Automotive Partner” of the NBA and offers a complete range of vehicles sold through a network of nearly 800 dealers in the U.S., including cars and SUVs proudly assembled in West Point, Georgia.*

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*The Telluride, Sorento and Optima (excluding Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid) are assembled in the United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts.

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“Cala Mundos – Safe Travel Edition”, with Ismael Cala, rolls out production of its new season

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MIAMI, June 25, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Admired journalist, writer, TV personality and life and business strategist, Ismael Cala, begins production of the new season Cala Mundos – his international travel show. The 2020-21 season initiates a vigorous travel itinerary with a highly updated, positive and inspiring thematic peculiarity: CALA MUNDOS: “Safe Travel Edition”.

The comprehensive travel initiative combines a weekly Television program, together with all of Cala’s social media platforms, travel experts interviews, bloggers, influencers, conferences, and blogs, reaching millions of viewers and users around the world.

“This new CALA MUNDOS “Safe Travel Edition”, it’s a supporting testimony to the tourist hoping to take vacations and in need to be well informed of all the new guidelines and precautions for safety – this way, we can go back to those popular destinations we enjoy the most in the world…” commented Ismael Cala.

CALA MUNDOS launches the “Safe Travel Edition” with a new production and marketing alliance. Cala Enterprises has joined forces with Miami’s base production company, RealFiction Group and its Producer/Director David Barski, and MiamiHouston-based marketing company Sigma Analysis Group – and its Director of Marketing and Marketing Strategy, Rita Hernández.

“This initiative is very close to Cala’s heart. Future travelers will appreciate the distinguished journalistic work, as well as the optimistic and positive vision of Cala highlighting first-hand on measures and changes around the world adapting to the new reality. We are very pleased with the number of national and international brands joining us throughout the journey” commented – Rita Hernández.

“Working with Ismael Cala and Rita Hernández is a privilege. Ismael, besides being one of the most important and respected journalistic figures in Latin America and the USA, is a creative, perfectionist, and studious and investigative machine” – commented D. Barski

The main purpose of this special season is to feature destinations that are already prepared to welcome tourists in a secure manner. Some of the destinations for this season are: Europe, the Dominican Republic, Thailand, Canada, Costa Rica, Argentina, Australia, Iceland, Patagonia, Greece, Israel, Colombia, Mexico and seven cities in the USA.

CALA MUNDOS: “Safe Travel Edition” will premiere September 2020 on US TV channels, and will be also distributed throughout Latin America and Europe.

RealFiction Group

David Barski, Founder, Executive Producer and Creative Director of the RealFiction Group, based in Miami, Fl. Mr. Barski is winner of multiple Emmys, with more than 20 years of experience in the production, creation and development of content and television programs for the US Hispanic market, Projects and formats of different genres including, quiz show, comedy, drama series, “talk shows”, “reality shows”, travel shows and movies for TV.

Sigma Analysis Group

Rita Hernandez – CMO has transformed into one of the most successful Marketing agencies with a combined 35+ years of hands-on industry knowledge with experienced players in the market and extensive experience – multi-award-winning professionals (Emmys, Clios and American Advertising Awards, among others) initiating thousands of Original Content, Marketing Strategies, Global brand studies and AI / Digital content leading multidisciplinary business solutions worldwide.

 

SOURCE Cala Enterprises

ComEd Goats Bring Safety, Reliability and Fun to Customers’ Energy

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CHICAGO, June 25, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — From endearing bleats and “bahs” to their eco-friendly way of life and nose-to-the-ground work ethic, goats are ideal partners for ComEd. For a second year, more than 200 goats are taking their place among the ComEd ranks for a targeted grazing program, serving as a safer and more sustainable way to clear vegetation in hard-to-reach terrain and helping to ensure reliable power.

“ComEd is passionate about any opportunity to create innovative, sustainable solutions for our communities,” said Michelle Blaise, senior vice president of technical services at ComEd. “And when we can combine our work with a way to bring joy and education into Illinois homes, it’s even better. We’re excited to continue this pioneering goat grazing program and share it with people everywhere.”

In late June and early July, the kiko goats are grazing under ComEd powerlines in downstate Pekin, Ill. Kiko goats are a hearty breed known for their big appetites. The goats are on loan to ComEd from the goat grazing company Goats on the Go. On average, a goat can clear one acre of land a week—equivalent to what a team of people can do with machinery in the same amount of time.

“Overgrown vegetation can lead to power outages, especially in storms,” Blaise said. “Using goats to clear foliage and brush is an eco-friendly, efficient and safe alternative to our crews when it comes to clearing vegetation in difficult landscapes. Plus, they’re full of personality.”

To highlight the unique program, which was the first of its kind by an energy company in the Midwest, ComEd has created a lighthearted and educational social media campaign, “Goatternship,” across its social media channels through July 14.

The “Goatternship” campaign chronicles the experiences of this summer workforce, sharing the backstories of individual goats — with names like “Selena Goatmez” and “Great Goatsby” — and playing off features of the traditional internship experience, including orientation, on-the-job training and performance reviews. 

To learn more about the goats and track their progress, check out ComEd’s Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

About ComEd
Commonwealth Edison Company (ComEd) is a unit of Chicago-based Exelon Corporation (NASDAQ: EXC), the nation’s leading competitive energy provider, with approximately 10 million customers. ComEd provides service to approximately 4 million customers across northern Illinois, or 70 percent of the state’s population. For more information visit ComEd.com, and connect with the company on FacebookTwitterInstagram and YouTube.

Media Contact:
Kappie Kopp
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