Emilio Braun Burillo, Executive VP of America TeVe is nominated for an Emmy® by the National Academy of Arts in Television and Science by the Suncoast Regional Chapter

October 19, 2018

MIAMI, Oct. 19, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Emilio Braun Burillo, Executive VP of America TeVe the #1 independent television network in Spanish in the Miami market, has been nominated for the prestigious Chapter Regional of the Suncoast in Orlando for an Emmy® for the campaign MEXICO IS UNIQUE sharing the nomination with Darwin Robles and Christian Collahuazo who contributed with the campaign in the #35 Community/Public Service (PSA’s) classification for its historical and cultural content.

The spot arises as a result of the earthquake that shook Mexico to raise awareness for assistance in times of need. The creative direction and realization was achieved by Darwin Roble, recipient of previous Emmy’s® and edited by Christian Collahuazo. A few days after the video was released it reached over half a million reproductions on Facebook.

Link to the spot: https://youtu.be/e4Tbt1Eo9lQ

The Emmy® ceremony will take place Saturday, December 1st, 2018 at the Hyatt Regency Orlando at 9801 International Drive, Orlando, Florida.

“It is a great honor to receive this prestigious nomination for the television industry for our campaign that services the interest of our community,” said Braun Burillo. “The Emmy® represents a deserved recognition to the hard work of our entire team; undoubtedly this mention could not have been obtained without the great help and creativity of our promotion team under the direction of Darwin Robles who worked tirelessly to display the history, cultural heritage and values of Mexico.”

America TeVe with our promotions and production teams perform excellent educational work of cultural interests working on campaigns that beautifully enhance the values, traditions and stories of our community by providing new perspectives with historical and cultural themes highly valued by our audience.

SOURCE America TeVe

FIBRA Prologis Declares Quarterly Distribution

October 19, 2018

MEXICO CITY, Oct. 19, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — FIBRA Prologis (BMV: FIBRAPL 14), one of the leading owners of Class-A logistics real estate in Mexico, today declared a cash distribution of Ps. 376.3 million (US$ 19.8 million), or Ps. 0.5890 per Certificado Bursátil Fiduciario Inmobiliario (“CBFI”) (US$ 0.0310 per CBFI) related to the results of the quarter ending September 30, 2018.

The distribution is payable October 26, 2018, to CBFI holders with an ex-dividend date of October 24, 2018, and a record date of October 25, 2018.

ABOUT FIBRA PROLOGIS

FIBRA Prologis is one of the leading owners and operator of Class-A industrial real estate in Mexico. As of September 30, 2018, FIBRA Prologis comprised 197 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, and (ix) 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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Colombia arrives at PMA Fresh Summit 2018 as one of the countries with the greatest agricultural potential in the world

October 19, 2018

ORLANDO, Fla., Oct. 19, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — On October 19 and 20, eight of the most important Colombian companies from the Agroindustry sector will meet in Orlando, Florida to participate in the PMA Fresh Summit 2018, one of the most important events in the fresh food industry of the Americas.

The companies that will be participating in the Colombian pavilion are: Ocati SA, Suagá Organic Herbs, Fresh and Natural, Novacampo, Corpohass. Global Organic, Frutireyes and Pacific Fruits.

Colombia reaches the summit with a strong footprint. It is emerging as the world’s largest food pantry by 2030. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, by that date, food consumption will increase by 50% and Colombia will be one of the countries with the greatest agricultural potential in the world.

According to the Ministry of Agriculture of Colombia, the South American country has 114 million hectares, of which 44.8 million are especially suitable for the agricultural, livestock and reforestation sectors. The agricultural production of Colombia presented an annual growth of 6.8% between 2010 and 2015, reaching 4.5 million hectares sown.

Soils of volcanic origin, expert human capital that lives in the countryside and that takes care of natural resources or that is in an area where there are no stations facilitating harvesting 365 days a year, are some of the main characteristics that make Colombia unique. These are some aspects that are highlighted in the new agroindustry promotional campaign called ‘Colombian food, origin that excites’, led by ProColombia.

The Hass avocado is presented for the first time in the PMA Fresh Summit, as a Colombian export product to the United States. It also highlights the enormous export potential of the exotic fruits of the South American country. The company Frutireyes, for example, exports 80% of the cape gooseberry that enters the United States. And this fruit is the main exotic crop that Colombia exports to that country.

According to Flavia Santoro, president of ProColombia, “From ProColombia, we work with our exporters to improve production processes and advance the positioning of products such as the Colombian avocado. Likewise, we continue promoting our cape gooseberry and facilitating our export methods, to be able to present Colombia in a short term, as the country of exotic fruits.”

More than 1,000 exhibitors from 60 countries and nearly 22,500 attendees will participate in the largest global meeting of fruits, vegetables and flowers sector of the Americas.

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SOURCE ProColombia

BOSS Revolution Celebrates Ten Years Of Connecting Friends And Family Around The World Through Simple And Affordable Services

October 19, 2018

NEWARK, New Jersey, Oct. 19, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — IDT Corporation (NYSE: IDT) today announced the 10^th anniversary celebration of its flagship BOSS Revolution international long-distance calling service. For ten years, BOSS Revolution’s popular calling, money transfer and mobile top-up services have kept loved ones connected across borders and around the world.

To join the celebration, BOSS Revolution customers can enter the ‘Play & Win BOSS Revolution Roulette’ contest and become eligible to win prizes including ten $50 money transfers and ten Samsung phones with four weeks of free service. Customers can visit BOSS Revolution on Facebook for instructions on how to enter. Winners will be chosen at random and notified through private message on Facebook. No purchase is necessary to enter the contest and purchases will not affect entrants’ odds of winning.

“Over the past 10 years, more than 19 million customers worldwide have used BOSS Revolution to make more than five billion international long distance-calls,” said Emilio del Rio, Vice President of BOSS Revolution. “We want to thank our customers for trusting us to make them feel a little closer to their family members and loved ones back home.”

To further strengthen the communities that have helped BOSS Revolution grow over the years, IDT will be donating $10,000 to non-profits, that like BOSS Revolution, strive to enhance the lives of immigrants across the US.

BOSS Revolution services are available at over 40,000 neighborhood retailers, through the BOSS Revolution Calling and BOSS Revolution Money apps (available for free on iTunes and Google Play) and through the BOSS Revolution website, www.bossrevolution.com. To join the celebration consumers can follow BOSS Revolution’s social media pages on Facebook and Twitter.

About IDT Corporation:
IDT Corporation (NYSE: IDT) provides communications and payment services to individuals and businesses primarily through its flagship BOSS Revolution^® and net2phone^® brands. IDT’s wholesale Carrier Services business is a leading global carrier of international long-distance calls. For more information on IDT, visit www.idt.net.

SOURCE IDT Corporation

Spanish Broadcasting System, Mega 96.3FM & LaMusica App Announces The Return Of The 2019 CALIBASH, Celebrating The Best In Latin Urban Music For The Duo Decimal Year

October 18, 2018

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 18, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — LaMusica App, Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. (SBS) (OTCQX: SBSAA) and LA’s #1 Party Station, KXOL Mega 96.3FM will once again celebrate the holiday season across the nation with its annual presale for CALIBASH. The New Year’s most iconic music event captures the spirit of the LaMusica app, with performances by some of the year’s biggest recording artists. CALIBASH 2019 returns to the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California on Saturday, January 19^th, 2019. The duo decimal annual-mega concert will celebrate the best in Urban, Hip Hop, Trap, Tropical, Pop and Reggeaton performances. Tickets goes on sale, Friday October 19^th at 12:00pm (PST) with presales starting Thursday, October 18^th using code: CALIBASH on www.axs.com.

The full artist line-up will be announced soon on Mega 96.3FM and across social media platforms. Make sure to tune in to Mega 96.3FM for more exciting lineup updates.

The CALIBASH Pre-Sale begins on Thursday, October 18 at 10 a.m. local time and runs through Friday, October 19^th at 12 a.m. (PST) local time, or while supplies last. Tickets will be available at www.axs.com.

All other tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, October 19^th at 12 p.m. local market time and will be available at www.axs.com.

In addition to live performances, the daytime CALIBASH Pre-Fest will also feature fan zones including interactive experiences by Mega 96.3FM’s brand partners. Fans can visit here for more information or to win tickets in our radio stations.

The “Mega’s 96.3FM, CALIBASH Rising Star” talent search will also return for the second year in a row providing emerging artists the chance to perform on the same venue as music’s biggest superstars at the 2019 CALIBASH. Starting in early November, Mega’s 96.3FM listeners and LaMusica App’s users will once again have their chance to cast their votes for their favorite up-and-coming artists, and by voting, fans will also be entered for a chance to win a trip to Los Angeles for the 2019 CALIBASH.

CALIBASH 2019 will broadcast live on SBS’s, Los Angeles, station Mega 96.3FM, and will also be featured as an exclusive national television broadcast special on MegaTV Network at a later date. The CALIBASH 2019 is produced by Alessandra Alarcon, Vice-President of SBS West Coast.

“The 2019 CALIBASH is a one-of-a-kind celebration that showcases the wide variety of Latin Urban music we play every day on our top Hispanic Latinx station in Los Angeles Mega 96.3FM,” said Alessandra Alarcón SBS West Coast. “In twelve years, the concert has exceeded even our own expectations. We’re thrilled to be returning to the Staples Center for the 2019 CALIBASH. It promises to be a can’t-miss night.”

CALIBASH is part of SBS, LaMusica App incredibly successful roster of major concert events, which includes the biggest concert event in radio history, which features A-listers artists across every music genre on one stage; generating Millions on social media impressions.

*Artists and/or events subject to change or cancellation without notice.

About Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc.
Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. is a leading Hispanic media company that owns and operates 17 radio stations located in the top U.S. Hispanic markets of New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Chicago, San Francisco and Puerto Rico, airing the Spanish Tropical, Regional Mexican, Spanish Adult Contemporary, Top 40 and Latin Rhythmic format genres. SBS also operates AIRE Radio Networks, a national radio platform which creates, distributes and markets leading Spanish-language radio programming to over 235 affiliated stations reaching 94% of the U.S. Hispanic audience. SBS also owns MegaTV, a television operation with over-the-air, cable and satellite distribution and affiliates throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico. SBS also produces live concerts and events and owns multiple bilingual websites, including www.LaMusica.com, an online destination and mobile app providing content related to Latin music, entertainment, news and culture. For more information, visit us online at www.spanishbroadcasting.com.

Media Contact SBS:
Vladimir Gomez
VP, Corporate Communications
[email protected]
(786) 470-1644

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SOURCE Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. (SBS)

97.9FM LA RAZA, LaMusica App Announces The Return Of The 2019 “Dia Nacional de la Banda”, Celebrating The Best In Regional Mexican Music On January 20 In Los Angeles, California

October 18, 2018

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 18, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — LaMusica App, Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. (SBS) (OTCQX: SBSAA) and Los Angeles #1 Regional Mexican heritage station, 97.9FM LA RAZA announced today the annual presale for 2019 “Dia Nacional de la Banda” at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles on Sunday, January 20th, 2019. The annual concert will celebrate the best in Regional Mexican and Cumbia music with performances from top artist’s.

97.9FM LA RAZA, LAMUSICA APP ANNOUNCES THE RETURN OF THE 2019 “DIA NACIONAL DE LA BANDA”, CELEBRATING THE BEST IN REGIONAL MEXICAN MUSIC ON JANUARY 20 IN LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA

The 2019 “Dia Nacional de la Banda” will once again bring the power and unforgettable performances of the today’s top Regional Mexican stars. The star-studded event will broadcast live on SBS’s 97.9FM LA RAZA Regional Mexican radio station in Los Angeles, California.

“This year we have an amazing line up and some surprise collaborations that are yet to be announced,” said Juan Carlos Hidalgo, Vice-president of Programming West Coast. “Come celebrate our culture through music at our annual Dia Nacional de la Banda.”

“Dia Nacional de la Banda” is part of SBS, LaMusica App incredibly successful roster of major concert events, which includes the biggest Regional Mexican concert event in radio history, which features A-listers artists across on one stage; generating Millions on social media impressions.

SBS Los Angeles will launch a promotion in San Francisco, San Jose and Chicago to give thousands of Regional Mexican music fans across the country the opportunity to win trips to Los Angeles to experience the 2019 “Dia Nacional de la Banda”. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, October 19th, at 12:00p.m. (PST). For more information, visit www.axs.com.

The “Dia Nacional de la Banda” is produced by Juan Carlos Hidalgo and Alessandra Alarcόn, Executives of SBS West Coast.

The “Dia Nacional de la Banda” Pre-Sale begins on Thursday, October 18 at 10 a.m. local time and runs through Friday, October 19th at 12 a.m. (PST) local time, or while supplies last.Tickets will be available at www.axs.com.

*Artists and/or events subject to change or cancellation without notice.

About Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc.

Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. is a leading Hispanic media company that owns and operates 17 radio stations located in the top U.S. Hispanic markets of New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Chicago, San Francisco and Puerto Rico, airing the Spanish Tropical, Regional Mexican, Spanish Adult Contemporary, Top 40 and Latin Rhythmic format genres. SBS also operates AIRE Radio Networks, a national radio platform which creates, distributes and markets leading Spanish-language radio programming to over 235 affiliated stations reaching 94% of the U.S. Hispanic audience. SBS also owns MegaTV, a television operation with over-the-air, cable and satellite distribution and affiliates throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico. SBS also produces live concerts and events and owns multiple bilingual websites, including www.LaMusica.com, an online destination and mobile app providing content related to Latin music, entertainment, news and culture. For more information, visit us online at www.spanishbroadcasting.com.

Media Contact SBS:

Vladimir Gomez
VP, Corporate Communications
[email protected]
(786) 470-1644

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SOURCE Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. (SBS)

Labor Enforcement Task Force Takes Action to Protect Southern California Workers

October 18, 2018

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 18, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — California’s Labor Enforcement Task Force (LETF) has discovered safety violations during targeted inspections that put workers in immediate danger of fatal and serious injuries, including amputation and lacerations. The task force issued orders shutting down dangerous machinery at seven high-risk work sites in Southern California, including four car wash and three manufacturing businesses.

“Workers in the underground economy are exposed to dangerous job conditions without the proper protections, and subjected to wage theft and other financial abuses,” said Dominic Forrest, LETF Chief. “Our work to target and uncover businesses operating in these conditions protects workers and encourages compliance with labor and safety laws.”

At the four car washes, task force inspectors discovered that industrial water extractors for towels did not have functioning interlock devices to stop the machines when the door is unlocked or open. Inspectors issued stop orders known as Orders Prohibiting Use to Pasadena Auto Wash, Baldwin Park Hand Car Wash and Star Auto Spa in El Monte, and Fair Oaks Car Wash in Altadena. Cal/OSHA removed the stop orders at Pasadena Auto Wash and Fair Oaks Car Wash after the machinery was adequately repaired. The other two businesses have not corrected the hazards.

Inspectors also cited Baldwin Park Hand Car Wash $6,000 for violation of child labor laws after finding minors working in dangerous occupations.

“LETF monitors not only for safety violations, but also for violations of wage, tax and licensing laws,” added LETF Chief Forrest. “We issue stop orders when we find hazards that require immediate action to prevent serious injury and we also offer information that helps employers understand and follow their responsibilities.”

Imminent safety hazards were also discovered when LETF inspected three manufacturing companies located in Santa Ana: Maximum Security Safes, Trinity Window Fashions and Pierre’s Fine Carpentry. Inspectors issued orders to shut down woodworking table saws that were not properly guarded. The orders were subsequently lifted after the hazards were corrected.

LETF inspectors also issued stop-work orders and cited Trinity Window Fashions $3,000 and Pierre’s Fine Carpentry $1,500 for failure to maintain workers’ compensation insurance. The orders were lifted after the companies provided proof of insurance.

LETF is a coalition of California state agencies formed in 2012 to combat the underground economy. The task force operates under the direction of the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) and conducts monthly inspections in high-risk industries. LETF member partners include DIR divisions Cal/OSHA and the Labor Commissioner’s Office, officially known as the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement, the Contractors State License Board, the Employment Development Department, the California Department of Insurance, the Bureau of Automotive Repair, Alcoholic Beverage Control and the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration.

Leads on underground employers and reports of labor law violations can be submitted online through LETF’s Online Referral Form, by emailing the information to [email protected], or by calling LETF toll-free at 1-855-297-5322. LETF labor law publications for both workers and employers are also available for free online.

Employees with work-related questions or complaints may contact DIR’s Call Center in English or Spanish at 844-LABOR-DIR (844-522-6734). The California Workers’ Information line at 866-924-9757 provides recorded information in English and Spanish on a variety of work-related topics.

Members of the press may contact Peter Melton or Lucas Brown at (510) 286-1161, and are encouraged to subscribe to get email alerts on DIR’s press releases or other departmental updates.

The California Department of Industrial Relations, established in 1927, protects and improves the health, safety, and economic well-being of over 18 million wage earners, and helps their employers comply with state labor laws. DIR is housed within the Labor & Workforce Development Agency. For general inquiries, contact DIR’s Call Center at 844-LABOR-DIR (844-522-6734) for help in locating the appropriate division or program in our department.

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http://www.youtube.com/CaliforniaDIR
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SOURCE California Department of Industrial Relations; California Labor Enforcement Task Force

New HI-TAPO App Offers Unprecedented Support During Law Enforcement Stops

October 18, 2018

HI-TAPO, a new free mobile app, provides unprecedented support during interactions with law enforcement. HI-TAPO records video and audio of law enforcement stops and feeds it to a pre-programmed network of up to 10 friends and family so they can watch the interaction in real time. HI-TAPO provides geo-mapping so users' networks will know where they are. HI-TAPO is available for free download through Google Play. A subscription service provides 24/7 concierge support. Visit www.HI-TAPO.com.

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 18, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The centuries-old criminal justice paradigm has just shifted. HI-TAPO, a new free mobile app for Android phones, which launches today as a pilot program, could change everyday interaction between residents and law enforcement for the better.

HI-TAPO (pronounced hi-toppo) is an innovative monitoring and social networking system designed to provide immediate support for individuals interacting with law enforcement; promote safety during stops; protect against potential rights violations; foster greater law enforcement accountability; and assist in community-building. Visit www.HI-TAPO.com.

HI-TAPO instantly documents user interactions with law enforcement via streaming video, social sharing, and text and e-mail notifications to a pre-programmed network of up to 10 family members, friends, loved ones and civic and community organizations.

“Additionally, HI-TAPO can provide a mechanism for collaborative, fair and equitable oversight of local police, state troopers, sheriffs, ICE agents, and others. It can be used as a new tool in community policing. With HI-TAPO, communities can actually map police stops,” said HI-TAPO CEO and app developer Martin Whitehead.

The HI-TAPO app is available for free download to Android mobile phones through Google Play. HI-TAPO is user-friendly with an easy swipe-and-click activation, and starting in November, audio activation.

Once the HI-TAPO app is activated, live streaming of audio and video immediately begin to record the user’s interaction and GPS tracking pinpoints the location. Alerts are sent to those in the user’s network allowing them to listen to and view the interaction in real time. If necessary, the audio/video can be used in a court of law.

After activating HI-TAPO, the user can hit an “all-clear” button once the interaction has concluded. However, if there is no all–clear signal given after a pre-determined amount of time, an SOS alert will automatically be sent to his/her network.

In addition, following the stop, HI-TAPO allows users to write a review of the interaction, including the officer’s name, badge number, the reason for the stop, use of force, if any, and a rating of the overall experience with a thumb’s up or down.

The HI-TAPO system will aggregate ratings and comments about interactions with law enforcement providing greater transparency, information sharing, an opportunity for community-building, as well as a vehicle for highlighting well-trained officers who engage the community in a fair and equitable way. Visit https://www.facebook.com/HI.TAPO/videos/1897634000368656/

Subscription service to provide live, 24-hour support.

HI-TAPO offers a subscription service which provides live, 24/7 on-demand concierge support. If users are arrested or detained, HI-TAPO activates automatically to help their networks find them more quickly and work on their behalf. The concierge service is $9.99 per month, or get a month free with an annual subscription of $109.99. Group discounts and grants are also available at [email protected].

HI-TAPO for iOS is scheduled for release in 2019.

Visit www.HI-TAPO.com. Follow HI-TAPO on Facebook and tweet @HI_TAPO.

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SOURCE HI-TAPO

MundoHispanico.com Announces Launch of Somos Amigos, a Digital Portal for Immigrants Seeking Successful Transition to Life in the U.S.

October 18, 2018

Emmy Award Winning Journalist Jorge Ramos to

Participate in Inaugural Facebook Live Event

ATLANTA, Oct. 17, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Today, MundoHispanico.com announced the creation of a comprehensive Spanish-language digital portal that will host hundreds of educational articles and dozens of original videos with in-demand answers to questions about citizenship, personal finance, taxes, finding employment, how to navigate the legal system, and more. Somos Amigos, which translates to “We’re Friends” in English, is an extension of the news, lifestyle and video coverage that MundoHispanico.com serves its 6.5+ million monthly users.

Emmy award-winning journalist Jorge Ramos will join MundoHispanico.com correspondent Mario Guevara in a special Facebook Live event Wednesday, October 17 at 4pm EDT to discuss immigrant life and the issues facing Hispanics, central themes in the global conversation surrounding the 2018 midterm elections.

“Somos Amigos is an information rich, digital safe-zone where immigrants can find clarity on the oftentimes confusing news that directly effects their lives,” said Rene Alegria, president and CEO of MundoHispanico.com. “Given a political climate that unfortunately marginalizes them, it is important that we provide real value to immigrants seeking basic life-skills for success, as well as ways they may contribute to American life in positive ways.”

MundoHispanico.com/Somos-Amigos includes categories such as “Credit, Money and Personal Finance,” “Work and Study,” “Visas and Migration,” and “Ask a Lawyer.” Future plans for the portal include a national directory of Hispanic-friendly businesses, forums where people can discuss topics and resources, as well as a varied slate of weekly live, social media-driven programming.

According to Pew Research Center, 19 million immigrants living in the U.S. speak Spanish at home and 65 percent of Americans believe immigrants strengthen the U.S. Somos Amigos is geared toward all immigrants of Latin American origin.

The portal’s name is a reference to MundoHispánico’s 40-year-history serving U.S. Hispanics, its familiarity with their challenges, and deep connection to the community of experts who serve them. Somos Amigos also pays homage to the vast networks of organizations and individuals who provide essential services and positive assistance.

About MundoHispanico.com

Mundo Hispano Digital Network’s flagship media property MundoHispanico.com is a leading digital destination for Hispanics in the U.S. From its start in Atlanta, Ga. in 1979, MundoHispánico has quickly grown from the most-read Spanish language weekly newspaper in the Southeast to one of the largest Spanish-language news, lifestyle and information websites in the United States.

MHDN is part of a collective effort to foster creative Hispanic entrepreneurs in the U.S. From its home base of Atlanta, MHDN offers a fresh and unique Hispanic perspective that adds a bright alternative to users and businesses wanting to connect with Latinos nationwide. Under the direction of Latino owners and executives, MHDN is composed of veterans with backgrounds rooted in media, politics and finance. The cultural insights and Latino leadership of MHDN run parallel with an overall shift in media production and consumption to be faster and to authentically represent an audience’s needs, interests and reality.

SOURCE Mundo Hispano Digital Network

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® And More Than 60 Leading Brands Come Together This Holiday Season For St. Jude Thanks and Giving® Campaign

October 18, 2018

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MEMPHIS, Tennessee, Oct. 18, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Now celebrating its 15^th year, the St. Jude Thanks and Giving^® campaign will once again transform the holiday season into a time of giving thanks and raising awareness for the life-saving mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital^®. The campaign rallies consumers across the nation as they shop in-stores and online to donate funds to support the ongoing battle to end childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases.

More than 60 leading brands support the campaign, representing a cross-section of premier brands in retail, dining, travel, hospitality and media. These companies help raise funds and awareness for St. Jude through in-store and e-commerce initiatives, specialty merchandise and social media engagement. What began as a holiday-focused fundraising effort by St. Jude has now grown into a longstanding annual holiday tradition.

“For 15 years, the St. Jude Thanks and Giving campaign has united voices across the country to raise awareness and funds for the St. Jude mission,” said Marlo Thomas, National Outreach Director for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. “All of us at St. Jude are so grateful for the support of our corporate partners, celebrity friends and the millions of shoppers who donate during the holiday season. It is because of their generosity and commitment to the children of St. Jude that we are able honor my father’s promise that no family ever receives a bill from St. Jude — not for treatment, travel, housing or food – because all a family should worry about is helping their child live.”

Campaign partners represent a cross-section of brands including retail, restaurant, travel, hospitality, media and beyond. Top returning campaign partners include Best Buy, Domino’s, Kmart, HomeGoods, Kay^® Jewelers, LOFT and Ann Taylor, Williams Sonoma, Chili’s Grill & Bar, AutoZone, New York & Company, Christopher & Banks, Carnival Cruise Line, Dollar General, Brooks Brothers, Marshalls, DXL Men’s Apparel, Stage Stores, GNC and many more. This year Pier 1 joins the campaign as a new partner.

“Best Buy employees from all around the company continue to share that it’s an honor and a joy to support the St. Jude Thanks and Giving campaign,” said Paula Baker, Best Buy’s president of U.S. stores. “And since 2013 our customers have agreed with us, donating nearly $60 million in our stores and on our website. We are thrilled to welcome St. Jude back for yet another holiday season, and eager to do even more to help support the life-saving mission of St. Jude.”

The campaign’s family of corporate partners continue to find new ways to grow their efforts during St. Jude Thanks and Giving – from in-store fundraising to unique cross-promotions, events and online/mobile features.

Other partner highlights include:

Best Buy has exciting plans to build upon the $20 million the company raised during last year’s campaign by once again inviting customers to donate at checkout, whether in-store or at BestBuy.com.
Kmart is kicking off its recently announced Care to Dream movement with a holiday campaign called Draw to Dream that celebrates artistic expression. St. Jude patient designs will be featured on wrapping paper that will be sold this holiday at Kmart and on kmart.com, with $2 from each sale being donated to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
HomeGoods will once again sell limited edition snow globes to benefit St. Jude. Two collectibles from last year along with two new designs this year will be sold in-store with 50 percent of the purchase price benefitting St. Jude.
The annual plush campaign from Kay^® Jewelers benefiting St. Jude will feature Jack and Joey this year. Each plush retails for $13.99 with all proceeds benefiting St. Jude.
Beginning Oct. 22, Domino’s consumers can donate to St. Jude via in-store, telephone, online and mobile orders, as well as the purchase of a St. Jude Meal Deal during the campaign timeframe. For each Meal Deal purchased, Domino’s will donate $1 to St. Jude.
Several partners are offering merchandise during the holidays to benefit St. Jude including, Brooks Brothers, Hammermill, HomeGoods, HSN, Kmart, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, PBteen, New York & Company, TUMI, west elm, Williams Sonoma, Ballard Designs, and others.

The campaign receives additional support from national theatre partners including Regal Entertainment Group, Cinemark USA, AMC, Malco Theatres and many others that showcase a star-studded St. Jude Thanks and Giving trailer. American Airlines provides backing via in-flight video promotion, inclusion in their in-flight magazine and on social media. In addition, AccentHealth, America’s leading waiting room media network, shows the St. Jude PSA in physician offices nationally.

“Over the years our partners have set the industry standard in making corporate social responsibility a priority by integrating St. Jude into their business strategies,” said Richard Shadyac Jr., President and CEO of ALSAC, the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. “St. Jude has helped push the childhood cancer survival rate from less than 20 percent when we opened to 80 percent today. With the support we receive from our family of partners through campaigns like St. Jude Thanks and Giving and the generous support of people particularly during the holiday season, St. Jude can say ‘we won’t stop until no child dies in the dawn of life.'”

To join the fight against childhood cancer this holiday season:

Donate at stjude.org and visit the site to learn more.
Shop with participating businesses and donate at the register. Visit stjude.org for a complete list of partners.
Follow @StJude on social media and find a photo (or snap a new one) of what you are thankful for. Then post the photo to Instagram, Twitter or Facebook tagging @StJude and #GiveThanks.

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Its purpose is clear: Finding cures. Saving children.^® It is the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center devoted solely to children. Treatments invented at St. Jude have helped push the overall childhood cancer survival rate from 20 percent to more than 80 percent since the hospital opened more than 50 years ago. St. Jude won’t stop until no child dies from cancer. St. Jude freely shares the discoveries it makes, and every child saved at St. Jude means doctors and scientists worldwide can use that knowledge to save thousands more children. Families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food – because all a family should worry about is helping their child live. Join the St. Jude mission by visiting stjude.org, liking St. Jude on Facebook, following St. Jude on Twitter and Instagram and subscribing to its YouTube channel.

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