Becky G Channels Her Inner Diva For HOLA! USA’S Fashion + Music Issue

August 1, 2019

NEW YORK, Aug. 1, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ —

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On her upbringing: “My grandparents have always made it a priority for us to be aware of our culture, our morals, our traditions. In our family we are so united; we are so supportive — where one person eats, 20 can eat. Where one person can sleep, 20 can sleep. And as funny as it sounds, it’s actually very beautiful because when I was 9 years old we lost our home, and we went from house to house, from family member to family member to live there. Sharing is a big part of our culture.”

On supporting her family from a young age: “Honestly, not many people would say they experienced a midlife crisis at 9 years old. But I’ve always been different, and it wasn’t something that I felt I had to do to help my family — it was something that I wanted to do. They always made it very clear to me that if I ever wanted to quit, I don’t have to keep going. They’ll always have my back; they’ll support me.”

On her love Sebastian Lletget: “More than just a boyfriend, he’s my best friend, and I feel there’s nothing that I can’t talk to him about. He has helped me to be more independent. I think that as a woman in this industry that’s very important —to have a partner that lets you be who you want, in your own way; who won’t try to change you. He has helped me to feel a lot surer of myself.”

On working with different artists including J Balvin and Maluma: “Everyone that I’ve had the opportunity to work with has been a lovely experience. And more times than not, I walk away with a really cool friendship…. For me, the most humbling part is that they are so humble after experiencing so much success. And I think that has to do with our culture. When one’s winning, we’re all winning.”

On the anti-immigrant political climate: “Some people think there’s only so much we can do. But we have to keep pushing, keep raising awareness, and keep talking about it. If not, it’s going to become normalized that there are children dying while basically being held captive, mistreated, not being taken care of properly — separated from their families. Separating families, children taking care of children, babies not having their diapers changed, people without proper food or places to sleep… to me that’s so dehumanizing.”

Additional stories for consideration:

Emilio Estefan, guest edits and interviews two of his great friends: singers Thalia and Natalia Jiménez.

Daniela López Osorio, the new face of fashion, poses for the HOLA! USA lens!

Talita von Furstenberg talks about how she is making her own mark in the fashion world.

Crown Princess Mary of Denmark shares the importance of sustainable fashion.

About ¡HOLA!:
Founded in 1944, ¡HOLA! magazine has become one of the world leaders in its field. Its long history of publishing the best photographs of celebrities and royalty has made it an international icon of glamor, informative precision and superb quality. The Spanish company HELLO! & ¡HOLA! Media, Inc. publishes 30 international editions in 10 languages on five continents. ¡HOLA! reaches 25 million readers worldwide, has 24 million unique monthly visits and more than 13 million followers on social networks, and is seen by 21.5 million on its transmission channel, ¡HOLA! TV.

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A New Era of Performance: Acura Type S Concept to Debut at Monterey Car Week

August 1, 2019

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The Type S Concept sets the design direction for the return of Type S performance variants to the Acura lineup in the years ahead, delivering a striking expression of Acura performance with a powerful stance and expressive silhouette.

– Type S Concept sets the stage for the return of Type S performance variants to the Acura lineup

TORRANCE, Calif., Aug. 1, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Setting the stage for the return of its high performance variant line, Acura will debut the Type S Concept at Monterey Car Week, one of the world’s top gatherings of automotive and motorsports enthusiasts. The Type S Concept sets the design direction for the return of Type S performance variants to the Acura lineup in the years ahead, delivering a striking expression of Acura performance with a powerful stance and expressive silhouette. Following its world premiere at a private Acura reception Thursday, August 15, the Acura Type S Concept will make its public debut on Friday, August 16 at The Quail, a Motorsports Gathering. It will then be showcased at the historic Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance Concept Lawn on Sunday, August 18.

Teaser image and video highlights the concept’s muscular rear arches, quad exhaust and iconic Type S badge

“The return of Type S is a pivotal moment for Acura, sending a powerful message that we are committed to fulfilling the Precision Crafted Performance brand promise across our lineup,” said Jon Ikeda, vice president and Acura Brand Officer. “Building on the return of NSX, our renewed commitment to Acura Motorsports, the introduction of the third-generation RDX and new Acura design direction, the Type S Concept represents another significant step in creating a new era for the Acura brand.”

The return of Type S is the latest step in Acura’s determined focus on its original and authentic Precision Crafted Performance brand values as manifested in the second-generation NSX supercar; the new performance-focused design direction of the Acura Precision Concept, key elements of which have been applied to new and refreshed current Acura models; the expansion of the Acura A-Spec line; and the success of the third-generation RDX, the first in a new generation of Acura models built from the ground up on Precision Crafted Performance.

History of Acura Type S
From 2001 through 2008, four Type S models set the standard for Acura performance in North America. Acura models carrying the Type S badge offered purposeful styling enhancements, increased levels of performance via higher output engines, aggressive suspension tuning and more powerful brakes.

Previous Type S Models:

2001-2003 3.2CL Type S
2002-2003 3.2TL Type S
2002-2006 RSX Type S
2007-2008 TL Type S

About Acura
Acura is a leading automotive luxury nameplate that delivers Precision Crafted Performance – a commitment to evocative styling, high performance and innovative engineering, all built on a foundation of quality and reliability. The Acura lineup features six distinctive models – the RLX premium luxury sedan, the TLX performance luxury sedan, the ILX sport sedan, the five-passenger RDX luxury crossover SUV, the seven-passenger Acura MDX, America’s all-time best-selling three-row luxury SUV, and the next-generation, electrified NSX supercar.

Five of the six Acura models sold in North America are made in central Ohio, using domestic and globally-sourced parts, including the ILX and TLX luxury sports sedans (Marysville Auto Plant), the RDX and MDX luxury SUVs (East Liberty Auto Plant) and the Acura NSX supercar, which is built to order at the Performance Manufacturing Center in Marysville, Ohio.

Additional media information including pricing, features & specifications and high-resolution photography is available at AcuraNews.com. Consumer information is available at Acura.com. Follow Acura on social media at Acura.us/SocialChannels.

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New California Cling Peach recipes designed to get children involved in cooking and preparing their own food

August 1, 2019

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California Canned Cling Peaches Deliver More Nutrients For Less Money

SACRAMENTO, California, Aug. 1, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Parents know the struggle is real: how do you motivate kids to try foods that are nutritious? Undiscovered wholesome foods they might actually prefer over highly processed foods?

California Cling Peaches to the rescue! The California Cling Peach industry has introduced a collection of nine fun, easy-to-prepare Just for Kids recipes designed to help parents get their kids into the kitchen. The recipe assets for publication can be accessed via this link: https://californiaclingpeaches.com/recipes.

The more involved kids become in preparing their own foods, the more likely they are to eat and enjoy what they make – a practice that can become a healthy habit well beyond childhood. This was recently confirmed in a study conducted by the University of Minnesota’s School of Public Health, which found that knowing how to cook as a young person led to healthier eating practices in adulthood.

And along the way, kids learn that eating right can be fun, healthy and delicious!

According to food expert and author, Michael Pollan, cooking is key to a healthier diet and solving America’s obesity epidemic: “Cooking is probably the most important thing you can do to improve your diet. What matters most is not any particular nutrient, or even any particular food: it’s the act of cooking itself. People who cook eat a healthier diet without giving it a thought. It’s the collapse of home cooking that led directly to the obesity epidemic.”

The Just for Kids recipes are designed specifically for kids with small hands and limited use of kitchen tools in mind. The recipes feature sweet, nutritious California Cling Peaches and other ingredients that are readily available in most grocery stores. Developed to be fun, fast and simple, the recipes include such kid-friendly fare as the Grilled Cheese & California Cling Peach Snack Sandwich, California Cling Peach Quesadilla, California Cling Peach Smoothie Bowls and more.

Parents will also appreciate knowing that California Cling Peaches in cans, jars and plastic cups have the same or better nutrition than fresh peaches and contain less sugar per serving of fruit that other fruit choices.

Details on the university studies can be accessed here: https://californiaclingpeaches.com/nutrition

About the California Cling Peach Board

Founded in 1996, the California Cling Peach Board is a California State Marketing Order, issued in furtherance of the desire of California’s cling peach growers to create an environment that enhances the use of cling peaches through promotion, advertising, consumer education, production and marketing research, establishment of grades and standards, and compilation of industry statistics. California Cling Peaches are picked, packed and shipped at their peak of ripeness and available from your grocer year-round in cans, single-serve cups, and jars.

Citations and Related Links:

Research: University of Minnesota, School of Public Health
Food preparation by young adults is associated with better diet quality
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17126631
Research: Oregon State University Study
Nutritional content of fresh and canned peaches
https://californiaclingpeaches.com/assets/uploads/files/OSU-Nutrtitional-content-of-fresh-and-canned-peaches.pdf
Research: Michigan State University Study
Nutrition & Costs Comparisons of Select Canned, Frozen and Fresh Fruits and Vegetables
https://californiaclingpeaches.com/assets/uploads/files/MSU-Nutrition-Costs-Comparison.pdf
Michael Pollan: Cooked: A Natural History of Transformation
California Cling Peach Board:
https://californiaclingpeaches.com/

Nine New California Cling Peach "Just for Kids" recipes!

Canned California Cling Peaches have less sugar per serving than other fruit choices

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Pollo Campero Offering Free Bottomless French Fries!

July 31, 2019

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Pollo Campero Offering Free Bottomless French Fries Every Wednesday from July 31st Through October 16th.

DALLAS, July 31, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ —

WHAT:	Pollo Campero is turning Wednesday into fry day! The restaurant chain known for its Flavorful Chicken Meals, is partnering with McCain Foods to test free bottomless French fries every Wednesday from July 31^st through October 16^th in select Pollo Campero locations. The free McCain SureCrisp Fries are available to Pollo Campero guests who dine in at any participating location. An initial French fry purchase is required to be eligible for the free refills during the duration of the visit.

WHEN:	July 31 – October 16, 2019

WHERE:	Participating Pollo Campero locations

NOTE:	Visit https://bit.ly/bottomlessfries for complete list of participating restaurants and restaurant hours.
	Bottomless French fries available for dine-in guests only.
	Initial purchase of French fries required

ABOUT POLLO CAMPERO:	Pollo Campero is a fast-casual chicken restaurant brand specialized in flavorful chicken and a wholesome menu offering both individual and family meals. Our menu was developed using a combination of familiar and unique flavors to deliver Pollo Campero’s three unique recipes: Campero Fried, Citrus-Infused Grilled and Extra Crunchy. Pollo Campero first opened its doors as a tiny, family-owned restaurant in Guatemala in 1971 with the goal of treating family and friends to its prized chicken recipe passed down from generation to generation. Today, there are more than 350 restaurants around the world and Campero is accelerating growth. To learn more about Pollo Campero visit us.campero.com. Follow the flavor on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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AARP Launches New Program To Support Caregivers In Los Angeles, Helping the Helper™

July 30, 2019

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AARP, el 211 LA y El Centro de Apoyo para Cuidadores Familiares de la Universidad del Sur de California están trabajando juntos para proporcionar información sobre apoyo y recursos para el cuidado de un ser querido.

LOS ANGELES, July 30, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — AARP, 211 LA, and the USC Family Caregiver Support Center have launched Helping the Helper (Ayudando a Quien Ayuda), a community program for Latino caregivers in Los Angeles County in need of support and resources. Family caregivers who manage care for a loved one, age 50 and older, with one or more chronic medical conditions can dial 2-1-1 to find services in their communities that range from training and information sessions, to individual consultations.

AARP, 211 LA, and the USC Family Caregiver Support Center are working together to provide caregiving information, support and resources.

“If you are a family caregiver, chances are that you have also become a health and financial manager, carrying out medical and financial tasks for a loved one,” said Nancy McPherson, AARP CA State Director. “As the aging population grows, more people will take on caregiving roles, and the demand for support will continue to be significant. Our program was created to help caregivers access resources and information to ease responsibilities that can lead to burnout and stress-related health problems.”

Family members who spend several hours a week performing tasks such as dressing, bathing, preparing meals, administering medications, helping with household chores, and managing doctor appointments, are encouraged to dial 2-1-1 to participate in the program.

“Every day many caregivers help disabled or sick family members or friends who are age 50 and older with one or more chronic medical conditions,” said Los Angeles County Supervisor Hilda L. Solis. “This is demanding but important work that requires a measure of cultural competence. Helping the Helper (Ayudando a Quien Ayuda) will fill that gap by offering bilingual support for Latino caregivers to ensure they have the resources and information they need to effectively take care of their loved ones.”

Individuals who dial 2-1-1 speak with a bilingual Community Resource Advisor to determine interest and to inform program participation. With approval from the caller, 211 LA provides that information to the USC Family Caregiver Support Center. All callers’ information is private and confidential.

A follow-up call is then conducted by the USC Family Caregiver Support Center to assess caregiver needs and provide supportive services that may include information, individual consultations, respite, education, and training to help maintain the care recipient’s independence and abilities, while also helping caregivers care for themselves, and manage their own well-being.

“Caring for a loved one can be emotionally and financially challenging, and we want Angelenos to know they are not alone,” said Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti. “Helping the Helper is an incredible resource that provides caregivers with training on how to fulfill that role as they balance other responsibilities in their daily lives.”

A recent survey by AARP of registered California voters 40 years old and over, found that 68 percent of current and former caregivers say they feel stressed emotionally due to their caregiving responsibilities. Sixty percent say they have worked while providing care and 67 percent have used their own money to provide care – most commonly on transportation, assistive technology, or home modifications.

Helping the Helper serves communities in southeastern Los Angeles County due to the region’s diversity and growing needs of the Latino population, which statewide is projected to nearly double by 2030 when more than 740,000 Latinos in Los Angeles will be over age 65. Additionally, Vision y Compromiso, a nationally respected organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of underrepresented communities will conduct caregiving workshops through its network of Promotores.

If individuals live outside the service area, 211 LA helps them find information and resources available across Los Angeles County. For more information, visit aarp.org/helpingthehelper for English or aarp.org/ayudandoaquienayuda for Spanish.

ABOUT AARP: AARP is the nation’s largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering Americans 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With nearly 38 million members and offices in every state, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, AARP works to strengthen communities and advocate for what matters most to families with a focus on health security, financial stability and personal fulfillment. AARP also works for individuals in the marketplace by sparking new solutions and allowing carefully chosen, high-quality products and services to carry the AARP name. As a trusted source for news and information, AARP produces the nation’s largest circulation publications, AARP The Magazine and AARP Bulletin. To learn more, visit www.aarp.org or follow @AARP and @AARPadvocates on social media.

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MasterMind Latino returns to Miami with ten “success teachers”

July 30, 2019

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MIAMI, July 30, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The European Institute of Efficient Intelligence (IEIE) and Cala Enterprises will be holding MasterMind Latino in Miami for the second time. At this summit, CEOs from several large companies explain their management models, their corporate trajectories, and their personal challenges.

From October 17 to 19, 2019, ten CEOs from leading companies throughout the Americas and Spain will become teachers to a select group of executives. Space will be limited, and admission will be strictly in order of registration.

These “success teachers” will share their experiences, achievements, the failures they turned into lessons, and the strategies that have led them to success, in the best television-interviewing style with Ismael Cala.

The summit is the perfect location for attendees to exchange ideas, knowledge, and business opportunities.

This year the secretary general of the Organization of American States (OAS), Luis Almagro, will receive the MasterMind Latino Award 2019.

“After the success of the first summit when President Álvaro Uribe received the award, this year we will hear from CEOs of global companies, and we will celebrate the continent-wide leadership of Luis Almagro. I am grateful for the support of Ismael Cala and all of the participants,” said Estrella Flores-Carretero, president of the European Institute for Efficient Intelligence.

The invited speakers are:

Alexander W. Wehr, president and CEO of the BMW Group in Latin America (Germany)
Isabel Noboa Pontón, CEO, founder and executive president of Consorcio Nobis (Ecuador)
Ignacio Prado García-Miró, CEO, president of the Corporate Board of Grupo El Comercio (Peru)
Lucía Urbán López, vice president of Cerealto Siro and of Fundación Grupo Siro (Spain)
Alfonso Swett Opazo, CEO, president of the Confederation for Production and Commerce (Chile)
Mario Hernández Zambrano, CEO and founder of Mario Hernández (Colombia)
Juan Manuel González Serna, president of Grupo Siro and a member of the Board of Directors of Iberdrola Spain and other companies (Spain)
Luis Ángel López, president of Cerealto Foods (Spain)

For more information:

[email protected]
+1 (786) 417 7645
www.mastermindlatino.com

Press: [email protected]

ABOUT IEIE

The European Institute of Efficient Intelligence (IEIE) develops programs to analyze, train and build efficiency strategies for companies and people, from children to adults. It has more than 30 years of experience and research. It encourages creativity, talent, intelligence, enterprising spirit, reflection, knowledge, emotional skills, and as a result, personal and corporate success. It has offices in Spain and the United States.

ABOUT ISMAEL CALA

Life and business strategist. He presents and directs the interview show, CALA, which is broadcast in twenty countries. For five and a half years, Ismael Cala hosted the show CALA at prime time on CNN en Español. Businessman and social entrepreneur. Author of eight best-selling books in the areas of leadership, enterprise and personal development, including “El poder de escuchar,” (The Power of Listening), and “Despierta con Cala” (Awaken with Cala). Cala was born in Santiago de Cuba (1969) and has a degree in Art History from Universidad de Oriente. He is coauthor of the book “Beat the Curve,” with Brian Tracy. He graduated from the School of Communication at the University of York in Toronto. He is President and founder of Cala Enterprises Corporation and the Ismael Cala Foundation.

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DishLATINO Delivers More Soccer at the Best Price Nationwide, Announces Exclusive Fútbol360⁰ Fan Experience

July 30, 2019

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ENGLEWOOD, Colorado, July 30, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — As soccer mania heats up around the globe, DishLATINO is delivering more leagues, channels and matches than any other nationwide cable or satellite provider. With over 8,000 live games each year, DishLATINO has become the go-to destination for the true soccer fan. To further enhance the viewing experience, DishLATINO recently announced “Fútbol360⁰,” an exclusive platform that combines features and programming on DISH’s industry-leading Hopper® DVR.

“Our goal is to deliver a soccer viewing experience that is second only to attending the match live in the stadium,” said Alfredo Rodriguez, vice president of DishLATINO. “Our industry-leading technology combined with our programming line-up brings fans into the action in a way that most of our competitors can’t.”

DishLATINO is currently the only nationwide cable or satellite TV provider carrying beIN SPORTS, which airs major leagues and tournaments including La Liga, Ligue 1, Copa Libertadores de América and Copa Suramericana, among many others. Additionally, DishLATINO delivers the best soccer from around the globe, including the highly popular Liga MX, via a lineup that includes the suite of Univisión channels, as well as Telemundo, Universo, ESPN Deportes, and more.

Rounding out the viewing experience is DishLATINO’s proprietary platform, Fútbol360⁰, which provides customers the following features:

Multi-Channel View/ “Multi-Canal,” enabling viewers to watch up to four matches at one time on a split-screen.
Favorite Teams/ “Equipos Favoritos,” a customizable feature that allows fans to follow their favorite teams and record games automatically so they don’t miss a second of the action.
Game Finder/ “Guía de Partidos,” an app that makes it easy to find game dates, schedules and scores all in one place. Viewers can customize the app to display their favorite teams.
On-the-go viewing with DISH Anywhere allows fans to watch all of their matches live on their favorite mobile devices, whenever and wherever they want.

Fútbol360⁰ is available to customers at no additional cost and can only be found on the Hopper® DVR.

About DishLATINO
DishLATINO is a leading suite of English and Spanish language programming packages in the United States. It offers its customers Spanish-language news, entertainment, and sports channels in combination with DISH’s broad English-language programming lineup of more than 200 channels. DishLATINO customers can receive the Hopper, the industry’s most awarded DVR, and take advantage of in-language customer service as well as payment solutions including a no-term contract, prepaid pay-TV option.

About DISH
DISH Network Corporation is a connectivity company. Since 1980, it has served as a disruptive force, driving innovation and value on behalf of consumers. Through its subsidiaries, the company provides television entertainment and award-winning technology to millions of customers with its satellite DISH TV and streaming Sling TV services. Through its strategic spectrum portfolio and other assets, DISH is poised to enter the wireless market as a facilities-based provider of wireless services with a nationwide consumer offering and development of the first standalone 5G broadband network in the U.S. DISH’s OnTech Smart Services brand offers in-home installation of connected home devices and entertainment solutions. DISH Media serves as the company’s advertising sales group delivering targeted advertising solutions. DISH Network Corporation (NASDAQ: DISH) is a Fortune 250 company.

For company information, visit about.dish.com

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Archipelago International Expands Portfolio in Cuba

July 30, 2019

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Grand Aston Cayo Las Brujas Beach Resort & Spa

JAKARTA, Indonesia, July 29, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Archipelago International, Southeast Asia’s largest independent hotel group, today announced the signing of a Management Contract with Grupo de Turismo Gaviota S.A, for the 5 Star Grand Aston Cayo Las Brujas Beach Resort & Spa in Cuba. The signing ceremony took place recently in Havana, Cuba.

Grand Aston Cayo Las Brujas Beach Resort & Spa is located in the Northern Cayos of Cuba on Las Brujas Island, adjacent to Cayo Santa Maria. The resort is comprised of 727 rooms and suites, family and adult-only areas, five swimming pools, eclectic dining offerings, a ‘Technogym’ equipped fitness center, water sports, tennis, multi-sport areas and Cuba’s only Balinese-themed spa together with its own Pueblo (resort village with even more dining choices, a lively Salsa venue, the island’s most happening beach bar, a bowling alley and a variety of shops). The resort also has its own 3 km long private beach.

“Archipelago has been brought in to maximise the potential of this wonderful new resort and will apply its proven operational, technical and training capabilities. The resort will provide guests with a multitude of choices and experiences throughout their stay, and will imbue a sense of our Southeast Asian heritage“, commented Gerard Byrne, Managing Director, Archipelago Overseas.

“We are delighted to debut in Cuba and are honoured to be part of Grupo de Turismo Gaviota’s growing international family. Grand Aston Cayo Las Brujas Beach Resort & Spa is a truly remarkable resort. Cuban hospitality services, combined with international management expertise, will ensure a memorable all-inclusive experience for its guests“, commented John Flood, President & CEO, Archipelago International.

Grand Aston Cayo Las Brujas Beach Resort & Spa is Archipelago’s second project in Cuba. Its first, Grand Aston Varadero Beach Resort, is currently under construction and is expected to open in 2021.

About Archipelago International
Archipelago International is one of Southeast Asia’s largest operators of hotels, resorts and residences with more than 145 operating hotels (20,000 rooms) and a further 100+ properties under development across Southeast Asia, the Indian Subcontinent, the Middle East and the Caribbean. Its 10 multi award winning brands are Aston, Huxley, Alana, The Aston Heritage Collection, Kamuela, Harper, Quest, Neo, favehotels and Nomad.

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Young Living Goes Green at the 2019 International Grand Convention

July 29, 2019

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Young Living Essential Oils, LC is the world leader in essential oils and has been providing the highest quality plant based products to customers for over twenty years. Its proprietary Seed to Seal(R) process ensures exacting standards are met every step of the way, from seed to seal. This commitment stems from the company's stewardship towards the earth and its people all over the world. For more information, visit: www.youngliving.com .

LEHI, Utah, July 29, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Young Living Essential Oils, the world leader in essential oils, today announced its successful implementation of an environmentally responsible program aimed at making the company’s International Grand Convention energy neutral. By working with the Salt Palace Convention Center, Young Living’s International Grand Convention, the premier event for employees and members of the organization, will be energy neutral and implement multiple eco-friendly strategies this year.

Matt French, Chief Legal and Sustainability Officer at Young Living, said, “We had a choice to make with this event. It would have been less expensive and logistically more streamlined to organize a traditional event that ignored the sustainability process, but that’s not who we are as a company. Sustainability is a top priority for Young Living. Aligning with our global zero-waste goal in such a tangible way will help drive home the message of our 5×5 Pledge with our more than 32,000 convention attendees. Young Living takes our stewardship of the earth seriously and will continue to set standards for corporate social responsibility in actionable ways.”

Young Living chose to purchase the upgraded sustainability options offered by the Salt Palace to align the convention with its 5×5 Pledge, which includes a commitment to be zero waste within five years. The Salt Palace offers solar energy, comprehensive recycling, low-waste marketing, and the donation of leftover food and materials to local charities and non-profits.

Young Living also implemented its own plans to encourage recycling and discourage the use of single-use plastics, as well as encourage attendees to use public transportation whenever possible during their time at the convention. Young Living looks forward to an even more environmentally friendly future for next year as the company refines its sustainability approach to events.

About Young Living Essential Oils
Young Living Essential Oils, LC, based in Lehi, Utah, is the world leader in essential oils and distributor of the highest quality oil-infused products. As stewards of the earth and its people, Young Living paves the way for every essential oil company with its Seed to Seal^® standard and its Sourcing, Science, and Standards pillars. These guiding principles protect the planet and ensure that customers can feel good about using Young Living products for themselves, their families, and in their homes. Young Living’s products contain essential oils that all come from corporate-owned or partner farms as well as Seed to Seal-certified suppliers, support a healthy lifestyle, and continue to provide opportunities for over 6 million members to achieve their goals and aspirations by aligning their work with their values and passions. For more information, visit YoungLiving.com, follow @youngliving on Instagram, or like us on Facebook.

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Dixon Leads Honda Podium Sweep at Mid-Ohio

July 29, 2019

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Scott Dixon, #9 Honda foreground, leads his teammate Felix Rosenqvist to the checker flags to take a narrow victory Sunday at the Honda Indy 200 NTT IndyCar Series race at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course.

LEXINGTON, Ohio, July 28, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The “Master of Mid-Ohio”, Scott Dixon, scored his sixth Honda Indy 200 victory Sunday, dominating the middle stage of the 90-lap contest and then holding off teammate Felix Rosenqvist on fading tires in the closing laps, taking the checkers by the narrow margin of 0.0934 seconds. Ryan Hunter-Reay completed a 1-2-3 sweep for Honda, finishing third, and his Andretti Autosport teammate Alexander Rossi closed to within 16 points of championship leader Josef Newgarden with a fifth-place finish.

Starting eighth on the hard-compound Firestone “Black” sidewall tires, Dixon’s Chip Ganassi Racing team was one of only three to successfully execute a two-pit-stop strategy. Not pitting until Lap 30, Dixon then ran the soft-compound “Red” sidewall tires to build a massive 12.5-second lead on the field by Lap 50. However, his team elected to run a second set of Red tires for the third and final stint of the race, and Dixon’s lead began to shrink rapidly in the final 15 laps.

In the closing laps, Dixon had to deal with both a group of lapped cars attempting to unlap themselves, and rapidly closing rivals Rosenqvist, Hunter-Reay and Newgarden. On the final lap, Dixon and Rosenqvist made light contact in Turn 2, while Hunter-Reay and Newgarden had harder contact exiting the corner, sending Newgarden into the gravel trap and a 11^th-place finish. Rosenqvist continued to challenge his teammate throughout the rest of the lap, but came up just short at the finish. Still, second-place is his best finish in his rookie IndyCar Series season and his first podium result.

Hunter-Reay survived the last-lap contact with Newgarden to finish third, his second podium of the year and first since the Circuit of the Americas. While not figuring in the battle for the win, Rossi’s fifth-place finish was his 10^th top-five result of 2019, as he continues to battle Newgarden for the IndyCar Drivers’ Championship.

A large crowd, including approximately 10,000 Honda associates from multiple central Ohio Honda facilities, filled the 2.258-mile Mid-Ohio road circuit as the 90-lap race ran caution-free for the second year in succession.

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Quotes
Scott Dixon (Chip Ganassi Racing Honda) Started eighth, finished first, second win of 2019, 46^th career IndyCar win, sixth win at Mid-Ohio: “Oh man, that was crazy. I feel a little bit bad for [teammate] Felix [Rosenqvist], we had to put some moves on him for sure during the last few laps. I had nothing else I could do. If I wasn’t his teammate, I think he’d had me off! But a lot of respect there. But Felix is going to have a ton of wins [in his career]. We went too aggressive running a second set of [softer, alternate Firestone] ‘Reds’, but they held up at the end. Huge credit to the PNC team and Honda. They did a phenomenal job strategy-wise and making the car better for the race. This really helps our run for the championship, so just really proud we got it done today.”

Felix Rosenqvist (Chip Ganassi Racing Honda) Started sixth, finished second, best finish in rookie IndyCar Series season, first podium finish: “Chip [Ganassi, team owner] lets us race [for the win], and that was the right thing to do. That was a good couple of [final] laps there. First, I had to get through the lapped traffic, and then I had to get to Scott [Dixon]. There was a little bit of a misunderstanding on the last lap, and we touched a little bit, but we raced hard and fair for the last couple of corners. I almost got him there, but in the end it’s a fantastic podium for Chip Ganassi Racing.”

Ryan Hunter-Reay (Andretti Autosport Honda) Started tenth, finished third to complete Honda 1-2-3 podium sweep: “We were really pushing hard there at the end, and to see how quickly we were closing on [Scott] Dixon and [Felix] Rosenqvist, I thought, man, this could go anybody’s way. Amazing strategy from this #28 DHL Honda team. We were closing in on these guys. Obviously, congrats to Ganassi [Racing]. They ran a great race, good strategy, and we were closing on them, but just came up a little bit short. If we keep knocking on the door like that, we’ll win plenty. It was nice to just get back on form where we should be.”

Ted Klaus (President, Honda Performance Development) on today’s Honda IndyCar Series win at Mid-Ohio: “What a great day for Honda Racing worldwide. On top of this morning’s thrilling Formula One victory, we had a heart-stopping 1-2-3 sweep here at the Honda Indy 200, our second IndyCar Series podium sweep of the season. We appreciate the great turnout and support from all of our Ohio-based associates today; and sincerely hope that all Honda associates share our joy and pride in these successes.”

NTT IndyCar Series Honda Indy 200
Circuit:	Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course (2.258-mile road course) Lexington, Ohio
2017 Winner:	Alexander Rossi (Andretti Autosport) 116.957 mph average
Weather:	Mostly sunny, breezy, hot, 86 degrees F

Top-10 Race Results:
Fn.	St.	Driver	Team	Manufacturer	Laps	Notes
1.	8.	Scott Dixon	Chip Ganassi Racing	Honda	90	115.837 mph average
2.	6.	Felix Rosenqvist-R	Chip Ganassi Racing	Honda	90	+0.0934 seconds
3.	10.	Ryan Hunter-Reay	Andretti Autosport	Honda	90
4.	1.	Will Power	Team Penske	Chevrolet	90
5.	2.	Alexander Rossi	Andretti Autosport	Honda	90
6.	4.	Simon Pagenaud	Team Penske	Chevrolet	90
7.	13.	Spencer Pigot	Ed Carpenter Racing	Chevrolet	90
8.	7.	Colton Herta-R	Harding Steinbrenner	Honda	90
9.	15.	Graham Rahal	Rahal Letterman Lanigan	Honda	90
10.	9.	Jack Harvey	Meyer Shank Racing	Honda	90
Other Honda Results
11.	5.	Sebastien Bourdais	DCR with Vasser-Sullivan	Honda	90	Running
12.	14.	Santino Ferrucci-R	Dale Coyne Racing	Honda	90	Running
15.	19.	Marco Andretti	Andretti Autosport	Honda	89	Running
19.	17.	Takuma Sato	Rahal Letterman Lanigan	Honda	89	Running
21.	20.	Zach Veach	Andretti Autosport	Honda	90	Running
22.	11.	James Hinchcliffe	Arrow Schmidt Peterson	Honda	87	Running
23.	5.	Marcus Ericsson-R	Arrow Schmidt Peterson	Honda	2	Did not finish – contact

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