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Six-Point Vehicle Check: A Gift that Keeps on Giving

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BETHESDA, Md., Dec. 18, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — A six-point vehicle check is a gift that will keep on giving, both in better vehicle performance and fewer unexpected repairs this winter, says the Car Care Council.

“Why not wrap up the holiday season with a gift for you and your car? Inspecting six key systems ahead of time can save you the headaches and cost of an emergency breakdown later,” said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council. “Regular vehicle maintenance is always more convenient when you’re doing it on your own schedule. By taking a few easy preventive maintenance steps now, you can have more confidence when driving in severe winter weather.”

The Car Care Council recommends a six-point vehicle check before the New Year arrives:

  1. Battery – Keep the battery connections clean, tight and corrosion-free. Cold weather is hard on batteries, so it’s wise to check the battery and charging system for optimum performance. Because batteries don’t always give warning signs before they fail, it is advisable to replace batteries that are more than three years old.
  2. Antifreeze – Antifreeze (coolant) should be flushed and refilled at least every two years in most vehicles. As a reminder, do not add 100 percent antifreeze as full-strength antifreeze actually has a lower freeze point than when mixed with water.
  3. Brakes – Have the brake system checked. Brakes are critical to vehicle safety and particularly important when driving on icy or snow-covered roads.
  4. Tires – Check the tire tread depth and tire pressure. If snow and ice are a problem in your area, consider special tires designed to grip slick roads. During winter, tire pressure should be checked weekly as tires lose pressure when temperatures drop.
  5. Oil – Be diligent about changing the oil at recommended intervals and check the fuel, air and transmission filters at the same time. Consider changing to low-viscosity oil in winter, as it will flow more easily between moving parts when cold. In sub-zero driving temperatures, drop oil weight from 10-W30 to 5-W30 as thickened oil can make it hard to start the car.
  6. Wiper Blades – Cold weather can affect the life of windshield wipers, making the rubber hard and brittle and increasing the potential for cracks. Wiper blades that are torn, cracked or don’t properly clean your windshield should be replaced. Some manufacturers offer special winter blades that have a rubber boot covering the arm assembly to keep snow and ice out. When changing the blades, have the windshield wiper system nozzles cleaned and adjusted if necessary, and check the fluid level in the windshield washer reservoir.

During the winter, the Car Care Council recommends keeping your vehicle’s gas tank at least half full as that decreases the chances of moisture forming in the gas lines and possibly freezing. Finally, if you’re due for a tune-up, consider having it done before winter sets in. Winter magnifies existing problems such as pings, hard starts, sluggish performance or rough idling.

The Car Care Council is the source of information for the “Be Car Care Aware” consumer education campaign promoting the benefits of regular vehicle care, maintenance and repair to consumers. For more information or to receive a copy of the council’s Car Care Guide, visit www.carcare.org. 

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Carnival Corporation Announces Partnership with Univision Communications with Launch of New Primetime Show – ‘La Gran Sorpresa’

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MIAMI, Dec. 18, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), the world’s largest leisure travel company, today announced it is partnering with Univision Communications Inc. (UCI) – the leading media company serving Hispanic America – to develop the first O·C·E·A·N primetime series. The show will air on Sundays at 8 p.m. ET/PT / 7 p.m. CT beginning January 7 on the Univision Network.

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‘La Gran Sorpresa’ (The Great Surprise) uses the power of travel to reunite families as they overcome hardships created by illness, separation and other challenges. The one-hour program is hosted by award-winning television personality Poncho de Anda. For the series’ first six episodes, de Anda will be joined by several well-known personalities, including Univision Deportes’ Karina Banda; “Despierta America’s” Franscisca Lachapel and Maity Interiano; and Ligia Uriarte of Univision’s primetime dramedy, “Mi Marido Tiene Familia.”

In its first season, the series surprises a number of families as they sail aboard ships from Carnival Cruise Line, Princess Cruises and Holland America Line – three of Carnival Corporation’s nine global cruise brands – to exotic destinations including Cozumel (Mexico), Mahogany Bay (Honduras) and Half Moon Cay (Bahamas).

“Based on the exceptionally positive viewing results that exceed all other travel-related shows and the increased interest in cruise vacations our shows continue to generate, we are very excited to partner with Univision on ‘La Gran Sorpresa’ and build on their strong connection with the Hispanic community,” said John Padgett, chief experience and innovation officer for Carnival Corporation. “Showcasing the extraordinary experiences our guests enjoy while on a cruise vacation for a full hour in primetime will position us to significantly expand the awareness of and demand for cruising within a burgeoning demographic that inherently values everything cruise vacations represent – family, friends, culture and fun.”

“We are thrilled to deliver the power of Univision Studios and our beloved personalities to bring ‘La Gran Sorpresa’ to the leading Spanish-language network in the country,” said Steve Mandala, president of advertising sales and marketing, UCI. “Our partnership with Carnival Corporation and its award-winning cruise line brands will further deepen their efforts by engaging Hispanic America with stories that resonate and unite families.”

‘La Gran Sorpresa’ is the seventh Ocean Original series created by Carnival Corporation, the fifth to appear on network or cable TV in the U.S. and the first to engage the growing Hispanic community in the U.S. The new series builds on other Ocean Original series the company has produced that have aired on network and cable TV in the United States, and is part of its focus on expanding awareness of and increasing demand for cruising vacations.

The company currently produces three other travel series that appear weekends on ABC and NBC stations, and rank as number one or number two in their time slot. With cruise vacations growing 20 percent faster than land-based vacations and with more people than ever taking cruise vacations in 2017, the strong ratings are further evidence that Americans’ interest in cruise vacations is growing.

Ocean Original series produced by Carnival Corporation and now in their second season include “Ocean Treks with Jeff Corwin” and “Vacation Creation with Tommy Davidson and Andrea Feczko” on ABC; and “The Voyager with Josh Garcia“ on NBC.

Earlier in the fall, the company announced it had created OceanView – the world’s first over the top (OTT) digital streaming channel from a travel provider for completely free on major digital streaming platforms Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV and Roku. The streaming channel features a slate of more than 100 Ocean Original episodes that includes the company’s four original series that have been broadcast on network and cable TV in the past year, as well as two new direct-to-digital streaming original series, “GO” and “Local Eyes.” OceanView content is also available on more than 80 of the company’s 103 cruise ships.

About Carnival Corporation & plc

Carnival Corporation & plc is the world’s largest leisure travel company and among the most profitable and financially strong in the cruise and vacation industries, with a portfolio of 10 dynamic brands that include nine of the world’s leading cruise lines. With operations in North America, Europe, Australia and Asia, its portfolio features Carnival Cruise Line, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises, Seabourn, AIDA Cruises, Costa Cruises, Cunard, P&O Cruises (Australia) and P&O Cruises (UK), as well as Fathom, the corporation’s immersion and enrichment experience brand.

Together, these brands operate 103 ships with 231,000 lower berths visiting over 700 ports around the world, with 18 new ships scheduled to be delivered between 2018 and 2022. Carnival Corporation & plc also operates Holland America Princess Alaska Tours, the leading tour company in Alaska and the Canadian Yukon. Traded on both the New York and London Stock Exchanges, Carnival Corporation & plc is the only dual listed company in the world to be included in both the S&P 500 and the FTSE 100 indices.

In 2017, Fast Company recognized Carnival Corporation as being among the “Top 10 Most Innovative Companies” in both the design and travel categories. Fast Company specifically recognized Carnival Corporation for its work in developing Ocean Medallion™, a high-tech wearable device that enables the world’s first interactive guest experience platform capable of transforming vacation travel into a highly personalized and elevated level of customized service.

Additional information can be found on www.carnival.com, www.fathom.org, www.hollandamerica.com, www.princess.com, www.seabourn.com, www.aida.de, www.costacruise.com, www.cunard.com, www.pocruises.com.au and www.pocruises.com.

About Univision Communications, Inc.

Univision Communications Inc. (UCI) is the leading media company serving Hispanic America. The Company, a chief content creator in the U.S., includes Univision Network, one of the top networks in the U.S. regardless of language and the most-watched Spanish-language broadcast television network in the country, available in approximately 90% of U.S. Hispanic television households; UniMás, a leading Spanish-language broadcast television network available in approximately 84% of U.S. Hispanic television households; Univision Cable Networks, including Galavisión, the most-watched U.S. Spanish-language entertainment cable network, as well as UDN (Univision Deportes Network), the most-watched U.S. Spanish-language sports cable network, Univision tlnovelas, a 24-hour Spanish-language cable network dedicated to telenovelas, ForoTV, a 24-hour Spanish-language cable network dedicated to international news, and an additional suite of cable offerings – De Película, De Película Clásico, Bandamax, Ritmoson and Telehit; as well as an investment in El Rey Network, a general entertainment English-language cable network; Univision Local Media, which owns and/or operates 61 television stations and 58 radio stations in major U.S. Hispanic markets and Puerto Rico; Univision Now, a direct-to-consumer, on demand and live streaming subscription service; Univision.com, the most-visited Spanish-language website among U.S. Hispanics; and Uforia, a music application featuring multimedia music content. The Company also includes the Fusion Media Group (FMG), a division that serves young, diverse audiences. FMG includes news and lifestyle English-language cable network FUSION TV, and a collection of leading digital brands that span a range of categories: technology (Gizmodo), sports (Deadspin), music (TrackRecord), lifestyle (Lifehacker), modern women’s interests (Jezebel), news and politics (Splinter), African American news and culture (The Root), gaming (Kotaku), and car culture (Jalopnik). FMG also includes the Company’s interest in comedy and news satire brands The Onion, Clickhole and The A.V. Club. Headquartered in New York City, UCI has content creation facilities and sales offices in major cities throughout the United States. For more information, please visit corporate.univision.com.

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Multinational health organization opening network of medical centers in New Jersey

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UNION CITY, New Jersey, Dec. 18, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Union City is now home to a new multicultural health care facility. Sanitas Medical Center is currently accepting appointments for January 2018. Two more centers are slated to open in Belleville and Jersey City in early 2018. Sanitas Medical Centers provide culturally relevant health focused on patient convenience and personalized care. The Union City center, located at 3196 Kennedy Blvd., will address patients’ everyday health care needs in one location––with an onsite Horizon Connect retail center providing a unique member/patient experience. It allows families to focus on getting healthier rather than the logistics of getting care.

Hispanics are the largest minority group in the state and projected to continue to increase substantially, according to the latest U.S. census data. Union City and a cluster of Hudson County communities house one of the highest concentration of Hispanics. Evidence is obvious along Bergenline Avenue, with row after row of Hispanic-owned businesses. In turn, this growth creates demands for more linguistically and culturally relevant health care services that appropriately address common health disparities suffered among the Hispanic population.

This forward-looking collaboration between Sanitas Medical Centers and Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey is an initiative that implements culturally relevant health care, emphasizing the connection between the individual, the family, and the community. The medical centers are independently owned and operated by Sanitas and will provide family primary care services, comprehensive urgent care, laboratory and diagnostic imaging services, as well as educational programs in wellness and disease management.

“We have selected a great medical team of local doctors, nurses and staff, and we’re thrilled to start caring for the community of Union City,” said Dr. Fernando Fonseca, Sanitas Chief Executive Officer.  “Our approach to care is centered on our patients and their families, giving them more time with their doctor and the convenience of a one-stop medical center for their everyday health care needs. Our expansion in New Jersey will continue to build upon our success in Florida and Connecticut as well as over 40 years of experience providing quality care to over 3 million people in South America.”

“Our goal is to be there for people in the Latino community where they live and work in every corner of New Jersey. The Sanitas Medical Centers will be vital by providing access to much needed medical care as an alternative to the emergency room setting,” said Kevin Conlin, Horizon BCBSNJ Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. “Through grassroots marketing, a culturally-sensitive approach and intensive person-to-person outreach Horizon has had great success in helping the Hispanic consumer. We remain committed to serving the Hispanic members who hold individual insurance.”

About Sanitas

Sanitas is a leading multinational health business group with presence in the United States, Colombia, Venezuela, Peru, Brazil and Mexico. Sanitas also includes educational and socially-focused organizations that complement its world of health mission. In the United States, Sanitas has 13 medical centers in Florida, Connecticut and now in New Jersey, offering a robust primary care model in collaboration with local leading health insurance organizations. A unique integrated care model that improves access to quality and culturally relevant primary care while reducing total cost of care.

To learn more about Sanitas expansion in New Jersey visit mysanitas.com/nj

About Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, the state’s oldest and largest health insurer is a tax-paying, not-for-profit health service corporation, providing a wide array of medical, dental, and prescription insurance products and services. Horizon BCBSNJ is leading the transformation of health care in New Jersey by working with doctors and hospitals to deliver innovative, patient-centered programs that reward the quality, not quantity, of care patients receive. Learn more at www.horizonblue.com. Horizon BCBSNJ is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association serving more than 3.8 million members.

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Vivid’s MSHA Training Online Now Available in Spanish

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PASCO, Washington, Dec. 15, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Vivid Learning Systems is the first online training company to offer Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) courses for Part 46 & Part 48 new miner & refresher to Spanish speakers. Now, miners in the mine industry’s fast growing Spanish-speaking demographic can complete MSHA training online in their native language.

Find the right Spanish MSHA training for your miners here: https://mshatrainingonline.com/

MSHA Spanish Online Training is Growing
With MSHA Spanish, Vivid’s MSHA online training program is rising to meet the requests of mine operators, mine contractors, and mine safety professionals, in need of fast, affordable training.

“The demand for online MSHA training reflects the difficulty in organizing mine safety training classes in Spanish for specific mine sites to serve the huge number of new miners entering this high-turnover industry year after year,” said Barrett Pryce, Vivid’s Director of Message & Media. “Vivid customers have requested MSHA training for Spanish workers to satisfy Part 46 and Part 48 federal requirements. We’re responding to the market for MSHA Spanish,” said Pryce.

MSHA Training Online Course Highlights
Vivid’s MSHA courses include required training topics for mineral, aggregate, and metal mine sites such as: Coal, Emergency Evacuation and Fire Escape, Explosives, Ground Control, Hazard Communication (MSHA), Mandatory Health and Safety Standards, and Miner Rights.

Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) Part 46 requirements are that new miners complete at least twenty-four hours of health & safety training within the first ninety days of employment, with four hours completed before working at any mine. Vivid’s MSHA Part 46 New Miner certification meets MSHA 30 CFR 46.5 requirements.

Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) Part 48 requirements are that surface mine employees complete eight hours of annual refresher training. Vivid’s MSHA Part 48 Surface Miner Refresher training plan matches applicable federal safety training requirements.

MSHA Spanish Training Online is No Additional Cost!
Pricing for Vivid Learning Systems online MSHA training in Spanish is as follows…

Contact an MSHA Specialist at 844-468-6742 or vividlearningsystems.com/courses/msha

About Vivid Learning Systems
Making life easier for mine safety & training professionals is what we do. Vivid builds online safety training for a safer, smarter workforce.

Press Contact

Barrett Pryce
Messaging & Media
D 509 545-2516
learnatvivid.com

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Priority Pass Unveils The World’s Best Airport Lounges – and They’re Not Where You’d Expect

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LONDON, Dec. 18, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — A selection of the world’s best airport lounges have been revealed by independent lounge membership program, Priority Pass, in its annual Lounge of the Year Awards.  This year winners include lounges in Jamaica, Estonia, Malta and Quebec as well as Singapore and Dubai.  

The awards are based on ratings provided by Priority Pass Members and recognize excellence within the world’s largest independent lounge membership program. Priority Pass now includes more than 1000 airport lounges in over 500 cities and is this year celebrating its 25th Anniversary.

This year’s overall winner is Club Kingston, at Jamaica’s Kingston Norman Manley International Airport. With a decidedly Jamaican flair, the lounge features artwork and décor sourced from across the country plus local food and drink including traditional Jamaican patties and peas soup – all served to a gentle soundtrack of reggae music. An on-site bartender even creates signature cocktails, including a ‘Club Kingston Classic’, ‘Priority Passion’ and ‘VIP Splash’. But it’s not all pleasure! The lounge also offers excellent facilities to support business travelers on the move, including a conference facility and dedicated work stations.

Tallinn Airport Business Lounge at the Lennart Meri Airport Tallin, Estonia was crowned Best Lounge in Europe by Priority Pass Members, closely followed by La Valette Club in Malta International Airport. Tallinn’s Airport Business Lounge was designed to give travelers the feeling that they are waiting for their flight in the comfort of their own living room and aims to live up to the airport’s customer promise of being “the worlds cosiest airport”. Stand-out features include a massage chair and sleeping pods, a library where travelers can select an in-flight read, a curated selection of local food, beer, wine and spirits, a cosy electric fireplace and even an outdoor terrace – all of which clearly helped the lounge draw the plaudits of Priority Pass Members throughout 2017.

Shelly-Ann Fung, Chief Executive Officer, VIP Attractions which owns and operates Club Kingston, said: “We believe that during our six years of existence, we have made significant and innovative contributions to the travel experience for guests entering and leaving Jamaica. Not only does Club Kingston offer the innovative design and extensive facilities that travelers expect of first-class lounges in the world’s finest airports, but they also showcase the best of Jamaica through cultural designs, local brands, and a visual journey through displays, sports and music.”

This year’s overall winners are:

Justin Banon, Director of Priority Pass, added: “Travelers increasingly know what they want, and are not willing to settle for less. They have greater expectations and choice when it comes to airport experiences which delight and surprise. As a result, we’re seeing increased investment and recognition of the value of lounges from airports, airlines, financial institutions and other organizations worldwide. This can only be great news for both business and leisure travelers as there is a wider choice on offer to meet the different needs of individuals. During 2017 we’ve seen this reflected in our member feedback, with lounges in different destinations recognized for their service, food and drink and business facilities.”

The Club MCO at Orlando International Airport in Florida was ranked top for Best Business Facilities, with its ‘Productivity Zone’ (designed to help guests conduct business calls in private and provide a quiet space to work) proving very popular with travelers. The Club MCO was closely followed by Dubai International Business Class Lounge at Dubai International Airport, which was also highly commended in this category.

Both lounges received further recognition in their respective regional awards, with The Club MCO ‘highly commended’ in North America, while the luxurious Dubai International Business Class Lounge was named top lounge within the Middle East and Africa.

Other North American lounges fared very well in the final two categories, with Turkish Airlines’ Lounge in Washington DC winning Best Quality of Refreshments. Its signature dishes of lamb with baked eggplant and Mediterranean salmon, often followed up with Turkish tea or coffee alongside fresh baklava, proved a hit with travelers. Elsewhere, The Club BWI in Baltimore USA, was recognized for the service and attitude of its lounge staff.

In the Asia Pacific region, SATS Premier Lounge Terminal 3 at the world-renowned Singapore Changi International Airport, was named Regional Lounge of the Year. The lounge is known for giving its guests a chance to experience Singaporean culture, featuring real orchids, a display of Peranakan porcelain plus artwork depicting local scenes, decorating the lounge – which also hosts regular events, (such as serving fresh mooncakes during the Mooncake festival) ensuring that visitors are treated to a unique experience each time they enter the lounge. Its signature SATS Laksa meal is also a favourite for travelers.

Ahlan Business Class Lounge at Dubai International was named Lounge of the Year for the Middle East & Africa. Surrounded by wine barrels and wine chillers, the lounge specializes in creating personalized dining experiences for guests. Its signature ‘Refresh’ cocktail, a buffet offering an array of Arabic delicacies, a la carte menu and spa – all helped the lounge secure its win. It was also highly commended in the Best Business Facilities category.

Priority Pass received over 72,000 ratings from its Members in this year’s awards via the lounge rating function on the Priority Pass website and app. Members provide ratings on a wide range of criteria covering overall lounge quality, refreshments, staff, business facilities and ambience.

Notes to Editors: 

The complete list of winners in the 2017 Priority Pass Lounge of the Year Awards:

Global:

Europe:

Africa & Middle East:

Asia Pacific:

North America:

Latin America & The Caribbean:

Best Business Facilities:

Best Quality of Refreshments:

Best Attitude and Service from Lounge Staff:

About Priority Pass 

The original and largest independent airport lounge membership program.  

Priority Pass is the original and largest independent airport lounge membership program, accepted at over 1000 lounges worldwide across 500+ cities and in more than 130 countries, (regardless of class of travel / airline flown) plus access to exclusive Collinson partnerships and dining, retail and spa offers through the Priority Pass app.

Priority Pass is a flagship product of the Collinson Group, a global leader in influencing customer behaviour to drive revenue and value for its clients and program members. The Group offers a unique blend of industry and sector specialists who together provide market-leading expertise in delivering products and services across four core capabilities: Lifestyle Benefits, Loyalty, Insurance, and Assistance. Collinson Group has more than 25 years’ experience, with 25 global locations, servicing over 800 clients in 150 countries, employing over 2000 staff, managing over 20 million end customers.

For more details please visit http://www.prioritypass.com

SOURCE Priority Pass

Kelley Blue Book Names Best Family Cars Of 2018

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IRVINE, California, Dec. 18, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — After extensive testing and evaluation, with emphasis on safety ratings, overall value, versatility, amenities, comfort, drivability and technology, Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com expert editors name their recommendations for the Best Family Cars of 2018.

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“The biggest news this year might be the mass proliferation of safety, assist and entertainment technologies across these mainstream people-movers,” said Jason Allan, managing editor for Kelley Blue Book. “Features like push-button start, Bluetooth connectivity and blind spot warning have been widely available for several years now, but they’re still new to the millions of shoppers who haven’t purchased a new car in more than six years. And that’s just the tip of the tech iceberg in this year’s group.”

Kelley Blue Book’s Best Family Cars of 2018

Best Two-Row SUVs for Families

(Listed in alphabetical order)

2018

Chevrolet

Equinox

2018

Honda

CR-V

2018

Subaru

Outback

Best Three-Row Mid-Size SUVs for Families

(Listed in alphabetical order)

2018

Chevrolet

Traverse

2018

Honda

Pilot

2018

Toyota

Highlander

2018

Volkswagen

Atlas

Best Three-Row Full-Size SUVs for Families

(Listed in alphabetical order)

2018

Chevrolet

Tahoe

2018

Ford

Expedition

Best Minivans for Families

(Listed in alphabetical order)

2018

Chrysler

Pacifica

2018

Honda

Odyssey

2018

Toyota

Sienna

The 2018 model year has been an especially exciting one from a technology perspective. Most of the SUVs and minivans on this list offer smart cruise control and automatic braking, for instance. A smaller number offer teen-driver monitoring, wireless phone charging and lane-keeping assist. And exactly two models, the Honda Odyssey and Chrysler Pacifica minivans, offer built-in vacuum cleaners.

While many of these features are designed to deliver increased convenience or enhanced entertainment, more and more are protecting families with real-world crash avoidance and collision mitigation intervention.

Child car safety seats are a hugely important consideration for car shoppers with infants, toddlers or both. Is there enough distance between the front seat and the back seat to accommodate both the seat and the child? Can you fit all the seats you need? If readers are in or are near the child car seat stage, visit the accompanying car seat guide. The KBB.com editors strongly suggest taking your child’s car seats and boosters along when shopping. How well they fit could make or break a car-buying decision.

For more information about Kelley Blue Book’s Best Family Cars of 2018, including detailed editorial commentary, technology features, safety ratings, driving dynamics, photos, pricing information and more for each model, visit https://www.kbb.com/car-news/all-the-latest/best-family-cars-suvs-minivans/2100001791/.

To discuss this topic, or any other automotive-related information, with a Kelley Blue Book analyst on-camera via the company’s on-site studio, please contact a member of the Public Relations team to schedule an interview.

For more information and news from Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com, visit www.kbb.com/media/, follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/kelleybluebook (or @kelleybluebook), like our page on Facebook at www.facebook.com/kbb, follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kbb_com/ (or @kbb_com), and get updates on Google+ at https://plus.google.com/+kbb.

About Kelley Blue Book (www.kbb.com)
Founded in 1926, Kelley Blue Book, The Trusted Resource®, is the vehicle valuation and information source trusted and relied upon by both consumers and the automotive industry. Each week the company provides the most market-reflective values in the industry on its top-rated website KBB.com, including its famous Blue Book® Trade-In Values and Fair Purchase Price, which reports what others are paying for new and used cars this week. The company also provides vehicle pricing and values through various products and services available to car dealers, auto manufacturers, finance and insurance companies, and governmental agencies. Kelley Blue Book Co., Inc. is a Cox Automotive™ brand.

About Cox Automotive
Cox Automotive Inc. is transforming the way the world buys, sells and owns cars with industry-leading digital marketing, financial, retail and wholesale solutions for consumers, dealers, manufacturers and the overall automotive ecosystem worldwide. Committed to open choice and dedicated to strong partnerships, the Cox Automotive family includes Autotrader®, Dealer.com®, Dealertrack®, Kelley Blue Book®, Manheim®, NextGear Capital®, vAuto®, Xtime® and a host of other brands. The global company has 34,000-plus team members in more than 200 locations and is partner to more than 40,000 auto dealers, as well as most major automobile manufacturers, while engaging U.S. consumer car buyers with the most recognized media brands in the industry. Cox Automotive is a subsidiary of Cox Enterprises Inc., an Atlanta-based company with revenues exceeding $20 billion and approximately 60,000 employees. Cox Enterprises’ other major operating subsidiaries include Cox Communications and Cox Media Group. For more information about Cox Automotive, visit www.coxautoinc.com.

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FIBRA Prologis Substitutes Trustee

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MEXICO CITY, Dec. 15, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — FIBRA Prologis (BMV: FIBRAPL14), a leading owner and operator of Class-A logistics real estate in Mexico, today announced that it had completed a trustee substitution, as approved by its Technical Committee and certificate holders earlier this year.

ABOUT FIBRA PROLOGIS

FIBRA Prologis is a leading owner and operator of Class-A logistics real estate in Mexico. As of September 30, 2017, FIBRA Prologis comprised 194 logistics and manufacturing facilities in six industrial markets in Mexico totaling 34.2 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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Toys to Avoid this Holiday Season

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SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 15, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Some of the hottest toys this year may not be the best gift for your child. About a quarter of a million children are seen in hospital emergency departments in the U.S. each year due to toy-related injuries, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.1 Nearly half of those injuries were to the head and face, including the eyes. And about 35 percent of toy-related injuries are sustained by children under age 5. That’s why the American Academy of Ophthalmology wants to remind parents and grandparents to take care when choosing gifts for children.

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Common toy-related eye injuries range from a minor scratch to the front surface of the eye (corneal abrasion) to serious, sight-threatening injuries such as traumatic cataract, bleeding inside the eye, retinal detachment, and even permanent vision loss.

Ophthalmologists – physicians who specialize in medical and surgical eye care – urge people to follow these tips when purchasing toys this holiday.

  • Avoid toys that shoot objects. This includes slingshots, dart guns, pellet guns, arrows, slingshots, and water balloon launchers. Closely supervise any child playing with such toys. A clinical study published this year reports that three patients were injured by seemingly soft Nerf gun darts. All three patients experienced pain and blurred vision that took days or weeks to go away.
  • Avoid drones with spinning rotors. A Spider-Man-themed drone offered this holiday to children age 12 and up has spinning rotor blades that move at high speed, posing a danger to eyes, fingers, and hair.
  • High-powered laser pointers can cause permanent vision loss. Though technically not a toy, some children use them to play “laser tag” or “flashlight tag.” Recent reports show that high-powered lasers (between 1500 and 6000 milliwatts) can cause permanent eye damage in children. One study documented 150 cases of young people in the United Kingdom who suffered eye damage.
  • Avoid toy swords, sabers or wands. Enough said, right?
  • Read labels for age recommendations before you buy. To select appropriate gifts suited for a child’s age, look for and follow the age recommendations and instructions about proper assembly, use, and supervision.

“It’s all fun and games until someone gets hurt,” said Jane C. Edmond, a clinical spokesperson for the American Academy of Ophthalmology.” These recommendations ensure our loved ones avoid preventable eye damage and have healthy vision for years to come.”

If someone you know experiences an eye injury, seek immediate medical attention from an ophthalmologist. For more information on toy safety or other eye conditions and diseases, visit the American Academy of Ophthalmology’s EyeSmart® website.

About the American Academy of Ophthalmology
The American Academy of Ophthalmology is the world’s largest association of eye physicians and surgeons. A global community of 32,000 medical doctors, we protect sight and empower lives by setting the standards for ophthalmic education and advocating for our patients and the public. We innovate to advance our profession and to ensure the delivery of the highest-quality eye care. Our EyeSmart® program provides the public with the most trusted information about eye health. For more information, visit aao.org.

1 https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Toy_Report_2016.pdf?6ZwpKyiwsEdVzWXhH0m0doo5cJALIZFW

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Reality Mini-Series Chronicling the Lives of Blended Mexican-American Millionaire Family Debuts on YouTube

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The Cast (from left to right): Thomas Henry Jr., Thomas J. Henry, Azteca Henry, Maya Henry, Teresa Crawford

NEW YORK, Dec. 15, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Meet Los Henrys, a blended Mexican-American family from San Antonio, Texas. Their mini-series reality show, “Hangin with Los Henrys” debuted on YouTube on December 13, 2017. The show centers around Thomas “Tom” and Azteca Henry and their two children, Thomas Jr. and model/actress Maya Henry. Also featured is “Abuelita,” Teresa Crawford, who lives with the family in their San Antonio mansion.

The Cast (from left to right): Thomas Henry Jr., Thomas J. Henry, Azteca Henry, Maya Henry, Teresa Crawford

Follow Los Henrys as they try to top the $6 million Quinceanera they threw for daughter Maya last year with a multimillion dollar 18th birthday party for son Thomas. Watch the ups and downs of big budget party planning with this fun-loving family, headed by patriarch and high-powered attorney Thomas J. Henry. Season One was shot on location in San Antonio, Houston, and Corpus Christi, Texas, Los Angeles, California, and Monterrey, Mexico.

The first two webisodes of the mini-series debuted on Youtube on December 13, 2017. The final episodes of Season One, chronicling the party itself, including exclusive footage of J Balvin, Migos, and Diplo performances, will debut in late December.

YouTube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJPMW75qM3sQL6SMy7p2WjIwqKkHwzOzd

About the Henry Family:
The Henrys are a wealthy blended Mexican-American family from San Antonio, Texas. The family, headed by patriarch and high-powered attorney Thomas J. Henry, is known for throwing elaborate, star-studded bashes. In 2016, the $6 million Quinceañera they threw for their daughter, actress/model Maya Henry, was a viral sensation which led to appearances on the Steve Harvey Show and Inside Edition. The Henrys also sponsored the 2016 Apollo in the Hamptons event at Ron Perelman’s home, the 2017 Republic Records Grammy afterparty, and the 2017 Maxim Super Bowl party.

Maya Henry is a model/actress. Her upcoming film, Carte Blanche, co-starring Dylan Sprouse, Suki Waterhouse, and Jack Kilmer, is due out next year. Last year, she appeared alongside Joe Jonas in DNCE’s hit music video “Kissing Strangers.”

Thomas J. Henry is an attorney and philanthropist from Texas. He is the founder of Thomas J. Henry Injury Attorneys, a national personal injury firm. He has been featured in Newsweek Magazine, Parenting Magazine, Forbes, and Fortune for the record-breaking multi-million-dollar awards hard-won for his clients.

Contact: Lawlor Media Group, Norah Lawlor, 212-967-6900

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Telemundo To End 2017 As The #1 Spanish-Language Network Season-To-Date In Monday-Friday 8-11pm Primetime Among Adults 18-49, 18-34 And Total Viewers

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MIAMI, Dec. 15, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Following a historic win for the 2016-2017 broadcast season, Telemundois pacing to end the year as the #1 Spanish-language network season-to-date in Monday-Friday 8-11 p.m. primetime among adults 18-49 (868,000), adults 18-34 (395,000) and total viewers (1.69 million), according to Nielsen. This marks the second consecutive year Telemundo ranks as the #1 Spanish-language network in the fourth quarter among adults 18-49 and adults 18-34. Fueled by the success of its Super Series™ franchise and innovative drama series, the network is outperforming Univision by +21% among adults 18-49 (718,000), +20% among adults 18-34 (329,000) and +2% among total viewers (1.65 million), and is more than doubling Unimas’ performance by +197% among adults 18-49 (292,000), +253% among adults 18-34 (112,000) and +136% among total viewers (713,000). Telemundo’s “El Señor de los Cielos” Season 5, “Sin Senos Si Hay Paraiso” Season 2 and “Señora Acero, La Coyote” Season 4 ranked as the top three regularly scheduled Spanish-language broadcast programs season-to-date among adults 18-49 and adults 18-34, while “El Señor de los Cielos” Season 5, “Sin Senos Si Hay Paraiso” Season 2 ranked as the top two among total viewers in Monday-Friday 8-11 p.m. primetime.

Season-to-date, Telemundo ranks as the #5 broadcast network among adults 18-34, regardless of language, and #6 among adults 18-49, behind The CW. The network also outperformed every general entertainment cable network in both demos. In addition, the network has delivered the largest composition of adults 18-34 (23%) season-to-date among all broadcast networks, regardless of language during Monday-Friday 8-11 p.m. primetime.

For the seventh consecutive year, Telemundo has ranked as the #1 Hispanic VOD network and #1 in transactions for every month of 2017-to-date, according to comScore. The Telemundo Novelas app generated 119 million video views in 2017-to-date, up 76% year-over-year.

Telemundo has over 94 million fans and followers across Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube, up 28% year-over-year and its social accounts generated over 3.6 billion global native video views, up 80% year-over-year. In addition, Telemundo’s YouTube channels generated 2.8 billion global video views, up 53% year-over-year. Telemundo was also consistently one of the top 5 TV networks on Facebook, regardless of language for engagement on Facebook, according to Shareablee.

Highlights for the season include:

Monday-Friday primetime

  • “Jenni Rivera: Mariposa de Barrio,” the bio-musical series based on the life of Regional Mexican superstar Jenni Rivera, ranked as the #1 Spanish-language program at 8 p.m. among adults 18-49, adults 18-34 and total viewers during its run in the fourth quarter of 2017.
                
  • The second season of Telemundo’s hit primetime series “Sin Senos Sí Hay Paraíso” was the #1 Spanish-language program at 9 p.m. among adults 18-49, adults 18-34 and total viewers in the fourth quarter of 2017.
             
  • Telemundo’s record-breaking, innovative Super Series™ “El Señor de los Cielos” Season 5 and “Señora Acero, La Coyote” Season 4 at 10 p.m. were the #1 Spanish-language programs among adults 18-49, adults 18-34 and total viewers this quarter.

Specials

  • The simulcast of the 2017 “Latin American Music Awards” on Telemundo and Universo delivered the show’s best performance ever among adults 18-49 with 1,183,000 and averaged 2,319,000 total viewers.

Sports

  • “Titulares y Más” (TYM,) Telemundo Deportes’ nightly sports and entertainment show, ranked as the # 1 regularly scheduled sports news and commentary show in Spanish-language television among adults 18-49 (281,000) and total viewers (509,000).
            
  • “Boxeo Telemundo Ford,” the #1 Spanish-language boxing program in the U.S, had its highest fourth quarter ever among adults 18-49 (227,000) and total viewers (480,000).
           
  • Telemundo was the #1 destination for the Final Draw for the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia regardless of language on December 1, which averaged 329,000 total viewers, nearly six times more than Fox Sports 1’s broadcast (61,000 total viewers).

Source: Nielsen, M-F 8-11pm strict daypart, Most Current (L+7 available through 11/26/17 as of data pulled 12/12/17), 2017-18 season (9/25/17-12/10/17). A18-34 composition among P2+. Season-to-date program rank based on weighted program averages that ran M-F 8-11pm, excluding sports & specials.  Hourly program rank based on strict daypart for M-F 8-9pm, M-F 9-10pm & M-F 10-11pm (excluding sports & specials).  TYM rank based on regularly scheduled programs (6+ telecasts) with Nielsen type code Sports News and Sports Commentary. Final Draw: Nielsen NPX Live+SD, P2+ (000):  12/1/17  WC draw based on 10a-11a strict daypart Digital: January- November 2016 vs. 2017comScore On Demand Essentials, Adobe Analytics, US only, YouTube Analytics, Global Audience, Shareablee, Global Audience.

About NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises:

NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises is a world-class media company leading the industry in the production and distribution of high-quality Spanish-language content to U.S. Hispanics and audiences around the world. This fast-growing multiplatform portfolio is comprised of the Telemundo Network and Station Group, Telemundo Deportes, Telemundo Studios, Telemundo Internacional, Telemundo International Studios, Universo, and a Digital Enterprises & Emerging Business unit. Telemundo Network features original Spanish-language entertainment, news and sports content reaching 94% of U.S. Hispanic TV households in 210 markets through 17 owned stations, 55 affiliates and its national feed.  Telemundo also owns WKAQ, a television station that serves viewers in Puerto Rico.  Telemundo Deportes is the designated Spanish-language home of two of the world’s most popular sporting events: FIFA World Cup™ through 2026 and the Summer Olympic Games through 2032.  As the #1 media company reaching Hispanics and millennials online, the Digital Enterprises & Emerging Business unit distributes original content across multiple platforms, maximizing its exclusive partnerships with properties such as Buzzfeed, Vox, and Snapchat. Through Telemundo Internacional, the largest U.S.-based distributor of Spanish-language content in the world; Telemundo International Studios, a production unit focused on creating high-end short form, scripted formats for international markets; and Universo, the fastest growing Hispanic entertainment cable network, the company reflects the diverse lifestyle, cultural experience and language of its expanding audience. NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises is a division of NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

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