Ben & Jerry’s Takes On Racism And Criminal Justice Reform With New Flavor: “Justice ReMix’d”

September 3, 2019

WASHINGTON, Sep. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Ben & Jerry’s believes everyone deserves the sweet taste of justice, regardless of race or wealth. The iconic ice cream company has partnered with Advancement Project National Office to launch Justice ReMix’d, a flavor created to spotlight structural racism in a broken criminal legal system.

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Those are big issues for a business to take on, but Ben & Jerry’s has been an advocate for social justice and equity for much of its 40 years. “Our approach to creating social change is to raise up the work non-profits are doing on the ground,” said Co-Founder Ben Cohen. “We bring every resource we have to support them—our business voice, our connection with fans, our Scoop Shop community and of course, ice cream. Somehow, it’s easier to talk about difficult issues over a scoop or two.”

Advancement Project National Office is a national, multi-racial civil rights organization that works with local grassroots organizers on racial justice issues. “Our country needs to invest in services that build up communities rather than those that tear them down,” said Advancement Project National Office Executive Director Judith Browne Dianis. “That means ending a wealth-based pre-trial detention system that locks people up because they are poor, Black or Brown. It means dismantling the school-to-prison pipeline, divesting from criminalizing students and investing in the creation of high-quality education and services. It’s time to reimagine safety and justice.”

At the grassroots level, Ben & Jerry’s is deploying its Scoop Truck in various states to spark conversations, activate community members, and give away ice cream. It’s a tactic that has proven effective in growing social movements. In St. Louis, the Scoop Truck supported the Close the Workhouse Coalition by attending 27 events, giving out 13,420 scoops, and generating more than 1500 messages to public officials. In Miami, Ben & Jerry’s is working with the Power U Center for Social Change in calling on the Miami-Dade County School Board to prioritize funding for mental health and counselors instead of more security and surveillance.

Described as cinnamon and chocolate ice creams with gobs of cinnamon bun dough and spicy fudge brownies, Justice ReMix’d is part of Ben & Jerry’s multi-year campaign for criminal justice reform. Justice seekers with a sweet tooth can find the audacious new flavor in grocery stores nationwide (MSRP $4-6) and in Scoop Shops. To learn more about the flavor and the company’s criminal justice reform campaign, go to benjerry.com.

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Leading Hispanic Real Estate Organization NAHREP® Announces Agenda, Keynote Speakers for 19th Annual National Convention in San Diego

September 3, 2019

SAN DIEGO, Sept. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals®, the leading Hispanic real estate trade organization, today announced the lineup for its annual 2019 NAHREP National Convention, held on September 26-29 at the Grand Hyatt in San Diego. Sponsored by Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, the convention will host an estimated 5,000 real estate professionals, industry experts and corporate executives for four days of education, networking and entertainment. This year’s convention capitalizes on the surge of Hispanic homeownership, which has accounted for nearly 63 percent of new U.S. homeowner gains over the past decade. NAHREP also announced today the keynote speakers for this year’s convention, which include Heavyweight Champion Andy Ruiz Jr., Everyday Millionaires author Chris Hogan, cookbook author and PBS star Chef Pati Jinich, and NBA superstar Earl Watson, Brittney Castro, Founder & CEO, Financially Wise, Inc., and Communication Expert Liz Hernandez.

“The surge in Hispanic homeownership is driving growth in today’s housing market,” says David Acosta, 2019 President of NAHREP. “The convention will examine some of the trends that are driving the powerful Latino mega-market and will provide helpful strategies, resources and inspiration to housing industry executives, corporations, non-profits and policymakers who are looking to tap into this market more effectively.”

The 2019 NAHREP National Convention combines business sessions led by the nation’s top real estate practitioners and experts with cultural elements showcasing Latino music, dance and cuisine. A jam-packed expo hall features top companies in the housing industry demonstrating innovative products and services.

Agenda highlights include:

A Real Estate and Technology Executive Town Hall and a Lender Executive Town Hall, both of which will cover industry trends, planning strategies and the demands and opportunities of the Hispanic real estate market.
A Latina Entrepreneur Brunch keynoted by Chef Pati Jinich, cookbook author and star of PBS show “Pati’s Mexican Table.” The event highlights Latinas as a primary force for the growth in Hispanic small business formation and features a panel of speakers.
A panel of NBA athletes and professional sports executives, including former Phoenix Suns Head Coach Earl Watson and Heavyweight Champion, Andy Ruiz.
The Elevate Sales Summit, an elite training program for professionals in the industry that features educational and inspirational presentations by C-level executives, industry experts, top producers and professional athletes.

Similar to 2018, 2019’s national convention occurs concurrently to L’ATTITUDE, a business, media and leadership symposium celebrating the unique impact of U.S. Latinos on the “New Mainstream Economy.” The brainchild of former US West CEO Sol Trujillo and NAHREP CEO & Co-Founder Gary Acosta, L’ATTITUDE features a robust slate of panel discussions and interactive dialogues focusing on the extraordinary role America’s nearly 59 million Latinos play in driving U.S. population growth, entrepreneurship, income and more. Speakers include Global Superstar Emilio Estefan, Ulta Beauty CEO Mary Dillon, Salesforce CEO Mark Benioff, and Global Superstar Luis Fonsi. All registrants for NAHREP’s 2019 National Convention receive full access to L’ATTITUDE sessions, and all guests can purchase registration for ticketed events.

For more information about the NAHREP National Convention, including registration information and a full convention agenda, visit www.nahrep.org/convention. For more information about L’ATTITUDE, visit www.lattitude.net.

About NAHREP

The National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals®, a nonprofit 501(c)6 trade association, is dedicated to advancing sustainable homeownership among Latinos by educating and empowering the real estate professionals who serve them. NAHREP is the premier trade organization for Hispanics and has more than 30,000 members in 48 states and 80 chapters.

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Puerto Rico FASTSIGNS® Team Recognized by the International Franchise Association as a Franchisee of the Year

September 3, 2019

Jose Corujo, Juan A. Rivera, and Teresa Caballero, Master franchisees and owners of all three FASTSIGNS Puerto Rico locations, have been recognized by the International Franchise Association (IFA) with its annual Franchisee of the Year Award during the IFA’s Franchise Action Network Annual Meeting this month.

DALLAS, Sept. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Jose Corujo, Juan A. Rivera, and Teresa Caballero, Master franchisees and owners of all three FASTSIGNS Puerto Rico locations, have been recognized by the International Franchise Association (IFA) with its annual Franchisee of the Year Award during the IFA’s Franchise Action Network Annual Meeting this month.

The Franchisee of the Year award recognizes top performers from various franchise brands whose outstanding performance and contributions enhance the growth and development of the franchising model and their specific brand.

“FASTSIGNS of Puerto Rico represents the brand with passion and excellence, helping grow the network both domestically and internationally,” said Catherine Monson, CEO of FASTSIGNS International, Inc., the leading sign and visual graphics franchisor with more than 700 locations worldwide. “Not only are they committed to FASTSIGNS, they are also committed to helping their local community and consistently making a positive impact. Despite the issues that the islands have recently faced – from the devastation and rebuilding after Hurricane Maria to the economic concerns and political environment – this team continues to move forward, inspiring others along the way. We are thankful to have them as members of the FASTSIGNS family.”

In January of this year, the Puerto Rico team also received the 2019 FASTSIGNS of the Year Award, the most prestigious recognition that is given to the FASTSIGNS franchisee who best represents the FASTSIGNS brand in their community and the network.

About the FASTSIGNS Puerto Rico locations
FASTSIGNS® locations are locally and independently owned and operated. The sign, graphics and visual communications companies provide comprehensive visual marketing solutions to customers of all sizes—across all industries—to help them attract more attention, communicate their message, sell more products, help visitors find their way and extend their branding across all of their customer touch points including décor, events, wearables, digital signage and marketing materials. To learn more, visit:

FASTSIGNS of Carolina | fastsigns.com/2119 | 787.946.4465

FASTSIGNS of Caguas | fastsigns.com/2005 | 787.961.6446

FASTSIGNS of Guaynabo | fastsigns.com/609 | 787.966.7446

About FASTSIGNS^®FASTSIGNS International, Inc. is the leading sign and visual communications franchisor in North America, and is the worldwide franchisor of more than 700 independently owned and operated FASTSIGNS® centers in nine countries including the United States, Canada, Chile, England, Grand Cayman, Mexico, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Australia (where centers operate as SIGNWAVE®). Locations are slated to open in two additional countries – Malta and Spain – in 2019.

FASTSIGNS locations provide comprehensive signage and visual graphic solutions to help companies of all sizes and across all industries attract more attention, communicate their message, promote their products, help visitors find their way and extend their branding across all of their customer touch points.

FASTSIGNS centers provide architectural and interior decor graphics, fleet vehicle graphics, digital signs and digital signage content, event graphics, displays, banners, posters, ADA signage, safety and identification signs and much more, as well as handle everything from design to project management to installation.

FASTSIGNS International, Inc. is a recipient of many awards, including being ranked the #1 franchise opportunity in its category in Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500 for the past three years, and Best-in-Category in the business services sector on Franchise Business Review’s list of the top 200 franchises for multiple years.

Learn more about sign and visual graphic solutions or find a location at fastsigns.com. Follow the brand on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/company/fastsigns, Twitter @FASTSIGNS or Facebook at facebook.com/FASTSIGNS. For information about the FASTSIGNS franchise opportunity, contact Mark Jameson ([email protected] or call 214.346.5679).

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Latinx Led Film And Television Studio Areu Bros. Launches Groundbreaking Qualified Opportunity Zones Entertainment And Ventures Platform

September 3, 2019

ATLANTA, Sept. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Ozzie Areu, Founder & CEO of Areu Bros., announced today the launch of a Qualified Opportunity Zones platform encompassing entertainment, technology and real estate, becoming the first film and television studio to join this fast-growing socially conscious program. Areu Bros.’ mandate is to support and nurture minority and women storytellers as well as innovators and creators by driving inclusion, culture and diversity across every facet of its ecosystem through finance, media and tech expertise.

The fully-integrated entertainment platform anticipates a footprint in Qualified Opportunity Zones in Atlanta, Puerto Rico, Miami, and Los Angeles and will focus on three core verticals – Entertainment, Ventures and Real Estate. Entertainment will consist mostly of Motion Pictures, Television, Short Form Content, Music, as well as ancillary efforts in Gaming, Stage Plays, Publishing and Merchandise. Ventures will focus on Technology companies. Lastly, its Real Estate vertical will be investing in properties that allow the company to aggressively support creative communities by providing physical infrastructure for creators and collaborators to work alongside one another.

Former senior economic advisor to President Obama and one of the architects of the Qualified Opportunity Zone program, Steve Glickman, has joined the team along with Andrés W. López, another Obama Advisor, as Senior Advisors alongside Kim Leadford, President of Areu Bros., and Gloria Estefan, a partner and an Executive with the Company. Areu Bros. is also represented by two of the nation’s largest accounting and law firms: CohnReznick and Sidley Austin, respectively.

Opportunity Zones represent a new approximately $6 trillion marketplace, enacted into law through the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which provide long-term equity investors with significant tax incentives when they re-invest their capital gains in businesses and real estate located in designated low-income communities throughout America, creating a sustainable impact.

Additionally, Areu Bros. plans to expand its operations and further develop its remaining 30 acres at its Atlanta-based studio lot, located in a Federal Opportunity Zone in Fulton County. In its quest to become the most dynamic creative atmosphere in the country, Areu Bros. will build recording studios, state of the art and purpose built sound stages for both short form and long form content, and a technology center. Currently, Areu Bros. Studios consists of five sound stages, an eleven-home suburban backlot and four administration buildings.

Areu says, “Opportunity Zones stimulate communities through infusing new capital to create jobs and economic growth in underserved areas, much like our home in Fulton County’s Greenbriar neighborhood. I’ve spent over a decade working for Tyler Perry witnessing the studio create jobs and opportunity in Greenbriar and now it is my honor to have the ability to deploy resources to an amazing, vibrant community that has supported me and my family for years. As impact investors, the fact that we get to do this by supporting compelling stories and businesses helmed by women and minority creators and innovators brings our vision to a whole new level. We envision the studio as an incubator for creators from across multiple industries. We want to optimize creativity and collaboration at every level of our organization.”

Glickman added, “Areu Bros. is unique in its approach as a Qualified Opportunity Zones platform that crosses asset classes and geographies, bringing together the creative fields, technology, and real estate to create long-term and sustainable value creation. Their unparalleled and pioneering track record in television and film content and production speaks to the enormous potential they have to bring a serious entertainment industry to the places in America that need it most.”

Ozzie Areu recently acquired Endavo Media and Communications Inc., an innovative OTT video distribution software company, as a key instrument in developing multiple initiatives in the areas of content development and distribution.

ABOUT AREU BROS:
Areu Bros. Studios (ABS) is the first major Latino owned and operated media studio in the United States. The creative campus was launched with a vision of forming a spherical world that supports Latinx, female and minority storytellers, creators and visionaries. ABS is a trailblazer, intersecting art and technology, ultimately merging a community of collaborators and tech forward developers all under one roof, for more focused and contained incubation. The all-in-one studio is purpose-built to give innovators an inspired canvas for showcasing an elevated vision. Its amenities are tailormade for a streamlined and highly efficient creative process. The 60-acre lot encompasses 150,000+ square feet of multi-use space, 5 sound stages and a full suburban neighborhood backlot. ABS is uniquely positioned to offer full scale production services while actively producing original ABS content. Areu Bros. Studios is located in Atlanta, Georgia, with offices in Los Angeles, California and strategic partners in Miami, Florida and the island of Puerto Rico.

ABOUT OZZIE AREU:
Ozzie Areu is the Founder and CEO of Areu Bros. Studios. Previously, Areu served as the President of Tyler Perry Studios, where he produced over $1B in production. In his role, he oversaw the studio and production businesses generating over 900 episodes of television including 9 hit series, as well as 17 movies including numerous #1 box office openers and 6 stage plays. A renowned leader in the Latin American community, Ozzie has received numerous awards, such as Atlanta Business Chronicle’s 2019 Most Admired CEO in Entertainment, the 50 Most Influential Latinos in Georgia and The Presidents’ Award by The Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, the Eagle Leadership Award by The Latino Leaders Network, The Global Cultural Hero and Outstanding Georgia Citizen Award by the World Chamber of Commerce, Diamond Award for Outstanding Producer, Entrepreneurship, Philanthropy and Humanity and The Nosotros Golden Eagle Award. Ozzie’s work has been featured in Forbes, The Hollywood Reporter, Variety, Atlanta Business Chronicle, The Wrap, CNN Money, as well as on CNN, Fox News, NPR, and CBS, among others.

ABOUT GLORIA ESTEFAN:
7x Grammy Award winning singer-songwriter and philanthropist Gloria Estefan will be creating and packaging content across all platforms including music, television, film and short form content. Estefan has sold 100 million+ albums worldwide with 38 #1 hits. She is the first Cuban-American singer-songwriter to receive the Kennedy Center Honors. She was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2015 by President Barack Obama, which is the Nation’s highest civilian honor. In 2019, she and husband Emilio were honored by the Library of Congress with the distinguished Gershwin Prize for Popular Song.

ABOUT KIM LEADFORD:
Kim Leadford is the President of Areu Bros. Prior to joining Areu Bros., Kim founded and is an owner of StarStream Media, a film finance and production company in Los Angeles. Kim has over 12 years’ experience in the film industry, in both film finance and production, financing and producing films such as Killing Gunther, Life of Crime, Life After Beth and The Butler. Prior to becoming an entertainment executive, she held positions in restaurant management and politics where she worked for Senator Jack Reed and Representative Brian Kennedy, Chair of the House Corporations Committee. Kim has B.A.s in both Philosophy and Political Theory from Rhode Island College and a J.D. from Temple Law School.

ABOUT STEVE GLICKMAN:
Steve Glickman is the Founder & CEO of Develop LLC and one of the nation’s top Opportunity Zones experts. Steve’s clients include some of the largest and most influential Opportunity Zone Funds in the country, collectively deploying billions of dollars in underserved communities. Steve is also the Co-Founder & former CEO of the Economic Innovation Group, the bipartisan public policy organization that was the chief architect of the $6 trillion Opportunity Zones program. Steve previously served in the Obama Administration as a senior economic advisor at the White House and the U.S. Department of Commerce, and also served in legal roles on Capitol Hill and the Department of Justice. Steve’s work has been featured in the AP, Atlantic, Axios, Barron’s, Bisnow, Bloomberg, Chicago Tribune, CNN, Crain’s, Fast Company, Financial Times, Forbes, Fortune, Inc., Los Angeles Times, Marketplace, New York Times, NPR, PBS, Politico, Real Deal, San Francisco Chronicle, TechCrunch, Time, VentureBeat, Vox, Washington Post, and Wall Street Journal.

ABOUT ANDRÉS W. LÓPEZ:
López is an accomplished legal and business trailblazer with a distinguished record of leadership. Through his work with President Barack Obama, he served as National Chairman of the Futuro Fund and became the first Puerto Rican to serve on the Board of Trustees for the JFK Center for the Performing Arts. Andrés spearheaded President Obama’s historic 2011 visit to Puerto Rico, marking the first time in 50 years that a sitting president visited Puerto Rico. He has also served on the Executive Committee of the Democratic National Committee; co-chaired the DNC’s Credentials Committee; and vice-chaired the Platform Committee for the 2012 Democratic Convention. A few of his awards include 100 Most Influential Latinos in the United States (PODER) and the Chairman’s Award (U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce). Andrés is a graduate of Harvard College and Harvard Law School.

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National Food Safety Education Month: Learn the Basics of Food Safety

September 3, 2019

SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Sept. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Food safety helps keep food at its freshest, reduces food waste, and prevents food poisoning. September is National Food Safety Education Month and it’s a great time to learn (and practice!) the basics to keep your food safe.

For fun and educational resources on food safety from the farm to the processor to the retailer to your table, check out the Partnership for Food Safety Education’s Story of Your Dinner: http://www.fightbac.org/food-safety-education/the-story-of-your-dinner/. You will find videos, delicious recipes, activities for kids, food prep tips, and helpful tips on each of the four steps for food safety below.

Step 1: Clean

Wash all produce thoroughly under running water
Even if you do not plan to eat the skin, it is still important to wash produce first so dirt and bacteria are not transferred from the surface when peeling or cutting produce.

Step 2: Separate

Step 2 actually starts in your shopping cart! Keep produce separate from meat, poultry, seafood and eggs in shopping carts and bags.
When you get home, keep produce and other ready-to-eat foods in a separate area of the refrigerator from meat, poultry, seafood and eggs.

Step 3: Cook

Check the temperature! Make sure food is cooked to a safe internal temperature before you eat it. Not sure what the correct temperature is? Here’s a quick reminder:

Poultry should be cooked to 165° F.
Ground meat, meat mixtures, and egg dishes should be cooked to 160° F.
Beef, pork, ham, should be cooked to 145° F and allowed to rest for three minutes.
Fish and seafood should be cooked to 145° F.

Step 4: Chill

Refrigerate or freeze meat, poultry, eggs, seafood, and other perishables within 2 hours of purchasing or cooking (or 1 hour if kept in air temperatures above 90° F).
Never thaw food on your countertop! For defrosting, stick to using the fridge, immersing food in cold water or using cold running water, or thaw during cooking, such as thawing in the microwave and immediately cooking

For more information on food safety, visit FDA’s Education Resource Library to download or order materials and check out the newly redesigned www.foodsafety.gov, the main federal web site for food safety information. The redesign includes updated material for people most likely to become seriously ill from foodborne infections, such as pregnant women, young children, and people with immune systems weakened because of age or chronic illness. You will also find information on food safety by types of food, like meat, dairy, seafood, fruits, and vegetables.

Contact: Media: 1-301-796-4540; Consumers: 1-888-SAFEFOOD (toll free)

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Toyota’s “It’s Unbelievable” Campaign Invites Consumers To Go More Places in the 2020 Prius

September 3, 2019

PLANO, Texas, Sept. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — When the Toyota Prius launched 20 years ago, it quickly became the definition of hybrid. Twenty years later, the evolution of Prius continued as Toyota proudly introduced the 2019 Prius with available AWD-e, a first in its class.

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Now, the 2020 Toyota Prius campaign, titled “It’s Unbelievable”, invites consumers to go more places, in more conditions, with the capable and efficient hybrid that started it all.

“Prius is, once again, setting the bar for hybrid sedans,” said Ed Laukes, group vice president, Toyota Marketing, Toyota Motor North America. “The performance, versatility and technology in the 2020 Prius empowers drivers to go anywhere, and the campaign lets consumers catch a glimpse of what that freedom feels like.”

The fully-integrated campaign was developed under Total Toyota (T²), a cohesive marketing approach by Toyota agencies Saatchi & Saatchi, Conill Advertising and Intertrend, with Zenith placing the broadcast media buy.

Broadcast & Digital
The 30-second linear TV spots highlight the versatility and new AWD-e system of the Prius while empowering viewers to go places they never thought possible. The two TV spots highlight the Prius’ performance and versatility in a humorous and endearing tone. In “To The Top”, Olympic gold medalist and Team Toyota athlete, Chloe Kim, relies on a generous Prius driver to get her to the (right) summit just in time for the competition. In “Recital”, the audience is reminded that a father won’t let anything, including an oversized runaway donut, stop him from putting his family’s safety first, and neither will his 2020 Prius. The spots were directed by Noam Murro.

Social, digital video and in-cinema spots by Toyota’s Hispanic marketing partner, Conill Advertising, include “Snow”, “Parking”, and “Highway” as the agency aims to demonstrate the key advanced technology features of the vehicle. To promote the campaign to East Asian and Asian Indian markets, Intertrend created digital videos “Family Tree” and “Ingredient” that infused relevant cultural insights to demonstrate the range and all-wheel drive capability of the Prius.

The “It’s Unbelievable” campaign also features a unique digital partnership with The Weather Channel and AccuWeather allowing targeted video spots to be delivered to an individual based on current weather conditions at their location. The campaign boasts an impressive nine unique digital spots, each in 15-second and 6-second versions, to provide viewers with the most relevant message possible.

Media Placements
The “It’s Unbelievable” spots will play across platforms such as Viacom Vantage, Warner Media, NBA, NBCU, and a custom digital content partnership with CBS Interactive. Digital video partners include Facebook, CBS, Hulu and Hulu Latino, Amazon Advertising, ESPN, Great Big Story, Amobee, Yahoo en Español, Pandora and more. Print will appear in books such as Real Simple, Travel & Leisure, Bon Appetit, Smithsonian, and Popular Mechanics, with exclusive partnerships with National Geographic’s “Adventure of a Lifetime” content series and “Great Big Stories” custom video series. Social partners include Pinterest, Snapchat, Twitter and Facebook. Additionally, the spots will air in select theatres around the country through partnerships with National Cinemedia and Screen Vision Media.

The broadcast and digital spots are available for viewing here. For images and credits, please click here.

About the 2020 Prius

On sale in the Fall, the 2020 Toyota Prius features a more robust feature set than ever, with new capability thanks to all-wheel drive and top-of-the-line Toyota safety technology making this the most capable Prius yet.

Standard Apple CarPlay and Amazon Alexa compatibility
Safety Connect standard on all grades

For more information, visit http://www.toyota.com/prius.

About Toyota

Toyota (NYSE:TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in the U.S. and North America for more than 60 years, and is committed to advancing sustainable, next-generation mobility through our Toyota and Lexus brands. During that time, Toyota has created a tremendous value chain as our teams have contributed to world-class design, engineering, and assembly of more than 38 million cars and trucks in North America, where we have 14 manufacturing plants, 15 including our joint venture in Alabama (10 in the U.S.), and directly employ more than 47,000 people (over 36,000 in the U.S.). Our 1,800 North American dealerships (nearly 1,500 in the U.S.) sold 2.8 million cars and trucks (2.4 million in the U.S.) in 2018.

Through the Start Your Impossible campaign, Toyota highlights the way it partners with community, civic, academic and governmental organizations to address our society’s most pressing mobility challenges. We believe that when people are free to move, anything is possible. For more information about Toyota, visit www.toyotanewsroom.com.

For customer inquiries, please call: 800-331-4331

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If you had a Yahoo account anytime in 2012 through 2016, a pending class action settlement may affect you

September 3, 2019

NEW YORK, Sept. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The following statement is being issued by Morgan & Morgan regarding the Yahoo Data Breach Settlement.

A Class Action Settlement has been proposed in litigation against Yahoo! Inc. (“Yahoo”) and Aabaco Small Business, LLC (together, called “Defendants” in this notice), relating to data breaches (malicious actors got into system and personal data was taken) occurring in 2013 through 2016, as well as to data security intrusions (malicious actors got into system but no data appears to have been taken) occurring in early 2012 (collectively, the “Data Breaches”).

2012 Data Security Intrusions: From at least January through April 2012, at least two different malicious actors accessed Yahoo’s internal systems. The available evidence, however, does not reveal that user credentials, email accounts, or the contents of emails were taken out of Yahoo’s systems.
2013 Data Breach: In August 2013, malicious actors were able to gain access to Yahoo’s user database and took records for all existing Yahoo accounts—approximately three billion accounts worldwide. The records taken included the names, email addresses, telephone numbers, birth dates, passwords, and security questions and answers of Yahoo account holders. As a result, the actors may have also gained access to the contents of breached Yahoo accounts and, thus, any private information contained within users’ emails, calendars, and contacts.
2014 Data Breach: In November 2014, malicious actors were able to gain access to Yahoo’s user database and take records of approximately 500 million user accounts worldwide. The records taken included the names, email addresses, telephone numbers, birth dates, passwords, and security questions and answers of Yahoo account holders, and, as a result, the actors may have also gained access to the contents of breached Yahoo accounts, and thus, any private information contained within users’ emails, calendars, and contacts.
2015 and 2016 Data Breach: From 2015 to September 2016, malicious actors were able to use cookies instead of a password to gain access into approximately 32 million Yahoo email accounts.

Plaintiffs claim that Defendants failed to adequately protect their Personal Information and that they were injured as a result. Defendants deny any wrongdoing, and no court has made any ruling in these matters.

Who’s included? If you received a Notice from Yahoo about the Data Breaches, or if you had a Yahoo account at any time between January 1, 2012 and December 31, 2016, and are a resident of the United States or Israel, you are a “Settlement Class Member.”

What does the Settlement provide? Yahoo has agreed to make changes to improve security of its customers’ Personal Information stored on its databases. Defendants will also pay for a Settlement Fund of $117,500,000. The Settlement Fund will provide: a minimum of two years of Credit Monitoring Services to protect Settlement Class Members from future harm, or Alternative Compensation instead of credit monitoring for Class Members who already have Credit Monitoring Services (subject to verification and documentation); Out-of-Pocket Costs for losses related to the Data Breaches; and reimbursement of some costs for those who paid for Yahoo premium or Small Business Services. The Settlement Fund will also be used to pay for attorneys’ fees, costs, and expenses, and Service Awards for the Settlement Class Representatives. These are only a summary of the benefits. For complete information, dates, and details on the benefits, visit the Settlement Website.

What are my options? In order to receive any benefits, you must file a claim online or by mail by July 20, 2020. If you want to keep your right to sue the Defendants yourself, you must exclude yourself from the Settlement Class by March 6, 2020. If you exclude yourself you will not receive any credit monitoring or monetary relief from the Settlement. If you stay in the Settlement Class, you may object to the Settlement, and/or the amount of attorneys’ fees, costs, and expenses, and/or the amount of Class Representative Service Awards by March 6, 2020. If you do nothing, you will not receive any credit monitoring or monetary benefits but you will still be bound by the Court’s decisions. Complete information and instructions on Filing a Claim, Excluding, or Objecting are available on the Settlement website at www.YahooDataBreachSettlement.com.

The Court has scheduled a hearing in this case at at 1:30 p.m. on April 2, 2020, in Courtroom 8 of the U.S. Courthouse, 280 South 1st Street, 4th Floor, San Jose, CA 95113, to consider: whether to approve the Settlement; any objections; a request for Class Representatives Service Awards; and attorneys’ fees, costs, and expenses for investigating the facts, litigating the case, and negotiating the settlement. The motion for attorney fees, costs, and expenses will be posted on the website on the date it is filed or as quickly thereafter as practicable. You may ask to appear at the hearing but you do not have to.

This is only a summary. For complete information and to file a claim for benefits, visit the Settlement Website, www.YahooDataBreachSettlement.com, email [email protected] or call 844-702-2788.

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Magic Talisman and Legendary Treasure Guide Two Unlikely Heroes to Love and Adventure

September 3, 2019

WEST PALM BEACH, Florida, Sept. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — TOKU, the only 24/7 linear and on-demand network dedicated to delivering the most popular and sought-after tokusatsu, live-action anime and riveting cult classics from Asia dubbed into English, is pleased to announce the network premieres of two exciting Chinese television series airing during the month of September.

Martial Universe is a 60-episode series adapted for television from a popular novel, Wu Dong Qian Kun, set during a time of clan rivalries in ancient China. After being forsaken by his clan, young Lin Dong (Yang Yang) vows to take revenge against the men who stripped his family of wealth and status. One day Lin comes across a magical stone talisman, which endows him with incredible martial arts skills. Lin soon finds himself a reluctant hero battling a demonic sect intent on taking over the world. Likun Wang costars as Ling Qing Zhu. Zhang Li directs. Martial Universe premieres Wednesday, September 04 at 10:00 p.m. ET.

I Will Never Let You Go is a 51-episode series that tells the tale of a young female wanderer (Ariel Lin) who possesses a unique set of business skills. When it’s revealed that the wanderer is in fact the Divine Maiden, who is destined to obtain a legendary treasure, there’s no end to enemies seeking ill will toward her. She soon meets a masked hero (Vin Zhang) tasked with keeping her safe from her enemies. Throughout the course of their journey, they escape many perils and eventually fall in love. I Will Never Let You Go premieres Thursday, September 05 at 10:00 p.m. ET.

TOKU is owned and operated by Olympusat, Inc., and is currently available on Armstrong, AT&T U-verse, Cablevision Optimum, Claro TV, Xfinity, Hotwire Communications, Consolidated Communications or on-demand through Amazon Prime and watchtoku.com.

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The Original Luxury Crossover: 2020 Lexus RX and RXL Deliver Connectivity, Advanced Safety Standard

September 3, 2019

New for 2020, the RX line is the first to receive Android Auto integration, in addition to in-car connected technology applications from Apple CarPlay® and Amazon Alexa.

PLANO, Texas, Sept. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — For the 2020 model year, the Lexus RX and RXL have a more responsive steering and added multimedia options for smartphone and touchscreen integration. A range of interior and exterior enhancements build on the iconic luxury crossover’s appeal and contribute to the reinvigorated design and function, key to discerning Lexus guests.

New for 2020, the RX line is the first to receive Android Auto integration, in addition to in-car connected technology applications from Apple CarPlay^® and Amazon Alexa. Guests can seamlessly interact with their smart device of choice through familiar on-screen apps on the optional 12.3-inch touchscreen or standard 8-inch touchscreen in all 2020 RX, RXh, RXL, and RXhL models.

“The best-selling Lexus RX continues to be a focus for the brand’s innovation and a lasting favorite of our guests. The new 2020 model builds on the guest satisfaction and refinement this groundbreaking luxury crossover has carried since its introduction more than 20 years ago,” said David Christ, Lexus group vice president and general manager.

Reinvigorated and Refined
Starting with the signature grille, a symbol of the Lexus brand and distinctive “face” of the vehicle, the designers created an elaborate look based on an L-motif. Each individual block has a different shape and angle to create a varying form that balances a strong yet elegant image. The hand-drawn angles of the grille surround are also echoed at each corner of the bumper to smooth the visual flow.

The luxury crossover receives several changes designed to enhance the driving dynamics across the lineup. Both the front and rear stabilizer bars are now hollow to reduce weight, yet their thicker diameters and reinforced bushings help reduce body roll and improve steering response. The shock absorbers have been re-tuned to work with the stiffer roll bars, while upgraded dampers feature a new friction control device that helps to control high frequency vibrations for a smoother ride.

To further refine the 2020 Lexus RX and RXL responsiveness, a stiffer suspension design reduces the noise and vibration from the road. On turns, the added active corner braking will help prevent understeering by braking the inner wheel and providing more stability to the vehicle handling. Additional rigidity was achieved through additional spot welds and adhesive.

Technology at the Speed of Life
The Lexus Multimedia System touchscreen has been moved nearly 5.5 inches closer to the driver and offers control of both audio and climate systems, in addition to providing a view of what’s behind the vehicle via the backup camera. Guests will have the option to choose between the standard 8-inch display and available 12.3-inch high-resolution, split-screen multimedia display.

With two additional USB ports (6 total), new designated cell phone storage and smartphone integration, the new 2020 Lexus RX helps guests keep up with their fast-paced lives and stay connected on the go. In addition, the new Lexus App allows guests to do everything from starting their vehicle remotely with a smartphone, to contacting dealers for a service appointment, and much more. With an active subscription, the Lexus App dashboard provides a personalized view of convenient vehicle and connected service information, including the Vehicle Health Report, scheduled maintenance and vehicle health alerts. Guests also can manage their subscriptions right from the palm of their hand.

Dynamic Voice Command (DVC) is featured on 2020 Lexus RX crossovers with the available 12.3-inch multimedia system. The voice-recognition system can recognize millions more phrases than conventional Lexus systems. DVC offers greater accuracy, seamless address entry and expanded Points of Interest searches.

Always Connected Through Device of Choice
Through the touch of a button or synced voice command, the 2020 Lexus RX and RXL multimedia system will respond with suggested restaurants for dinner or vehicle service reminders. Guests can stay connected through the premium suite of connected technology functions, including the 3-year Lexus Enform Remote trial to remotely start the engine using select smart devices.

With Android Auto™, drivers can seamlessly access and use their phone on the RX’s touchscreen display. With larger touch targets, a simplified interface, and easy-to-use voice actions through Google Assistant^®, it’s designed to minimize distraction, so you can stay focused on the road. Once connected, guests will enjoy music from apps such as Spotify^® and Pandora^®, or send messages through commonly used apps like WhatsApp®. The interface also allows them to navigate with Google Maps™. With the Google Assistant^® in Android Auto™, drivers can use their voice to get things done quickly and easily for a smooth, and enjoyable driving experience. Tailored information is provided based on calendar, device usage, activity and habits.

For Apple CarPlay^® integration, guests can use their iPhone^® through the Lexus RX’s touchscreen display. When their iPhone is connected, commands for driving directions, phone calls, and sending and receiving messages via Siri^® are enabled. They can also gain access to favorite apps like Apple Music^®, Apple Maps, podcasts and audiobooks, as well as third party apps like Waze™ or Spotify^®.

Through in-car integrations with voice services like Amazon Alexa, guests can access their preferred service and play music, check the news, control smart home devices and more. With the addition of a new designated space to store smartphones near the front of the center console, guests can better utilize space to secure their personal items and still engage with the Lexus Multimedia System.

Advanced Safety for Peace of Mind
In addition to the 3-year Lexus Enform Safety Connect and 10-year Enform Service Connect included with the vehicle, the suite of standard advanced safety features in the 2020 Lexus RX adds Lexus Safety System+ 2.0 as standard equipment. This adds daytime bicyclist detection and low-light pedestrian detection along with Road Sign Assist (RSA) and Lane Tracing Assist (LTA) to further expand the scenarios in which the RX is designed to help provide additional safety to the driver and passengers.

Daytime bicyclist detection is part of an enhanced Pre-Collision System (PCS). Previously designed to detect a preceding vehicle or pedestrian, the Pre-Collision System now has the potential to detect a preceding bicyclist as well. The PCS has also been enhanced to help detect a preceding pedestrian in certain low-light situations by increasing the camera’s sensitivity and dynamic range.

Road Sign Assist (RSA) displays certain road sign information in the instrument panel, while the Lane Tracing Assist (LTA) system is designed to detect visible lane markings to determine lane position and place the vehicle in the center of the lane when working in conjunction with the Dynamic Radar Cruise Control. If road markings are not detected, LTA is also capable, in certain conditions, of following the car ahead of it.

F SPORT Options for Style and Handling
The 2020 RX 350 F SPORT has been split into a F SPORT appearance package and a Performance package. Both F SPORT packages include unique steering wheel and shift knob, aluminum pedals, bumpers, grille, badges, front seats, meter, aluminum ornamentation and 20″ wheels. Front and rear performance dampers, power folding EC mirrors with memory, LED ambient illumination, stainless steel rear door garnish, steering memory with seat memory call, and scuff plates are also included. The new F SPORT base Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (“MSRP”) starts at $47,950.

The optional Performance Package includes the base F SPORT appearance package and adds Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS), based on the Lexus LC500. Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) is added on RX 350 (standard on hybrid). Sound generator, Electric Power Steering (EPS) sport steering, moonroof and heated/ventilated seats are also included in the F SPORT Performance Package. The 2020 RX F SPORT with Performance package MSRP starts at $50,350.

Hybrids Bring the Best of Both Worlds
Lexus introduced the world’s first luxury hybrid vehicle — a gas/electric version of the RX luxury-utility vehicle — more than a decade ago. The RX 450h and RX 450hL continue to serve as powerful reminders of the brand’s hybrid leadership, with 308 combined system horsepower for powerful performance and impressive EPA-estimated 30 combined MPG for RXh and an EPA estimated 29 combined MPG on RXhL.

The Lexus Hybrid Drive system pairs the D4-S fuel injection 3.5-liter V6 gasoline engine with two high-torque electric drive motor-generators for strong acceleration and passing performance. Instead of transfer gears and a driveshaft to the rear wheels, the all-weather drive system employs a second, independent electric motor to drive the rear wheels, when needed, to help maintain optimal traction.

Refined Color Palette and Options
In 2020, the RX family will continue to offer guests refined color and trim options to customize their luxury crossover to their discerning taste. Based on guest feedback, the NuLuxe^® option has been expanded across all trim levels from base to Premium grade vehicles across the RX and RXL lineup. For F SPORT models, Circuit Red color has been added, and Birch color interior has been added for non-F SPORT models. New matte and open pore wood ornamentation also allows for a touch of the Lexus signature craftsmanship to shine on the 2020 RXL.

On the outside, the color palette has been expanded to include two new exterior colors, Moonbeam Beige Metallic and Nori Green Pearl, a popular exterior color first used on the all-new Lexus UX. To further distinguish the exterior of the RX, two new wheel designs are being introduced: an 18-inch wheel design and a 20-inch wheel design in the Luxury grade.

Both the 2020 RX and RXL have started production and will be available at dealers soon. The 2020 RX 350 MSRP starts at $44,150 and the 2020 RX 350L MSRP will be $47,300, not including delivery, processing and handling fees.

Lexus’ passion for brave design, imaginative technology, and exhilarating performance enables the luxury lifestyle brand to create amazing experiences for its customers. Lexus began its journey in 1989 with two luxury sedans and a commitment to pursue perfection. Since then, Lexus has developed its lineup to meet the needs of global luxury customers in more than 90 countries. In the United States, Lexus vehicles are sold through 241 dealers offering a full lineup of luxury vehicles. With six models incorporating Lexus Hybrid Drive, Lexus is the luxury hybrid leader. Lexus also offers eight F SPORT models and two F performance models. Lexus is committed to being a visionary brand that anticipates the future for luxury customers.

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Herta, Honda Claim Portland Pole

September 2, 2019

Honda’s Colton Herta claimed his second pole of the season in NTT IndyCar Series qualifying at Portland International Raceway.

PORTLAND, Ore., Aug. 31, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — After leading practice on Friday, Honda-powered rookie Colton Herta again led the way today at Portland International Raceway today, claiming the pole on his final qualifying lap for Sunday’s Grand Prix of Portland.

Advancing through the first two rounds of NTT IndyCar Series knockout qualifying, Herta trailed early-pace setter Will Power after all six final-round qualifiers made their initial laps. Exiting the pits with just over a minute remaining in the session, Herta posted a lap of 57.8111 seconds around the 1.9-mile PIR road course to edge Power by 19 one-thousandths of a second. Today’s performance is the second IndyCar Series pole of the season for the 19-year-old rookie, with Herta’s first pole having come on the Road America road course in June.

Defending series champion Scott Dixon will start third as Honda drivers claimed five of the top six starting positions. Dixon’s Chip Ganassi Racing teammate, Felix Rosenqvist, qualified fifth. Making just his ninth road course start of the season, Jack Harvey will start fourth for Meyer Shank Racing. Ryan Hunter-Reay rounded out the Fast Six qualifiers for Andretti Autosport.

Television coverage of Sunday’s Grand Prix of Portland, the 16^th and next-to-last round of the 2019 season, begins at 3 p.m. EDT on NBC.

Colton Herta (Harding Steinbrenner Racing Honda) Pole qualifier, second pole of 2019 and second career IndyCar Series pole: “We always planned to do three-and-one [three laps on the Firestone primary ‘Black’ sidewall tires, and one lap on the softer compound ‘Reds’ in the final round of qualifying]. We didn’t have it on the ‘Blacks’, I think we were like five-hundredths [of a second] off Will [Power]. Obviously, ‘Reds’ were the right choice and we pulled it off. It’s always a good day when you can beat Will Power in the Fast Six [final qualifying]. Before I knew we won the pole position, I went on the radio and heard everyone cheering, so to find out that way was really cool. This is awesome.”

NTT IndyCar Series Grand Prix of Portland
Circuit:	Portland International Raceway (1.9-mile road course) Portland, Oregon
2018 Winner:	Takuma Sato (Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing Honda) 102.971 mph average speed
Weather:	Mostly sunny, warm, 82 degrees F

Top-12, Honda Qualifying Results:
Ps.	Driver	Team	Manufacturer	Best Time	Notes
1.	Colton Herta-R	Harding Steinbrenner Racing	Honda	57.8111	122.302 mph average
2.	Will Power	Team Penske	Chevrolet	57.8303	+0.0192 seconds
3.	Scott Dixon	Chip Ganassi Racing	Honda	57.8355	Fast Six Final Qualifying
4.	Jack Harvey	Meyer Shank Racing	Honda	58.1008	Fast Six Final Qualifying
5.	Felix Rosenqvist-R	Chip Ganassi Racing	Honda	58.1620	Fast Six Final Qualifying
6.	Ryan Hunter-Reay	Andretti Autosport	Honda	58.1823	Fast Six Final Qualifying
7.	Alexander Rossi	Andretti Autosport	Honda	57.8864	2^nd Round Qualifying
8.	James Hinchcliffe	Arrow Schmidt Peterson	Honda	57.9994	2^nd Round Qualifying
9.	Conor Daly	Arrow Schmidt Peterson	Honda	58.0192	2^nd Round Qualifying
10.	Spencer Pigot	Ed Carpenter Racing	Chevrolet	58.0415	2^nd Round Qualifying
11.	Zach Veach	Andretti Autosport	Honda	58.2149	2^nd Round Qualifying
12.	Sebastien Bourdais	DCR with Vasser-Sullivan	Honda	58.3001	2^nd Round Qualifying

Other Honda Results
14.	Santino Ferrucci-R	Dale Coyne Racing	Honda	57.8476	1^st Round, Group 2
15.	Graham Rahal	Rahal Letterman Lanigan	Honda	57.9648	1^st Round, Group 1
16.	Marco Andretti	Andretti Autosport	Honda	57.8527	1^st Round, Group 2
17.	Takuma Sato	Rahal Letterman Lanigan	Honda	57.9668	1^st Round, Group 1

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