New Sales Records Set as Honda and Acura Make Substantial Gains in November

December 2, 2017

Sales of the Honda Pilot gained 57 percent as American Honda set numerous sales records in November.

TORRANCE, Calif., Dec. 1, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — American Honda Motor Co., Inc. today reported November sales of 133,156 Honda and Acura vehicles, an increase of 8.3 percent over November 2016 and a new November record for the company. Honda Division reported an increase of 8.2 percent on total sales of 120,440 for a best-ever November, with cars rising 0.9 percent on sales of 57,459, and Honda trucks up 15.8 percent on sales of 62,981 for yet another new record. Acura Division sales climbed 9.5 percent in November, with cars gaining 11 percent on sales of 3,600 and trucks rising 8.9 percent on sales of 9,116 units

Honda

With major competitors clinging to heavy incentives and financing deals to compete, Honda Division gained again in November with a balanced portfolio of strong-performing vehicles. Civic and CR-V each gained more than 23 percent, while Pilot jumped 57.2 percent as higher production volume continues to improve model availability. Accord sales remained strong at nearly 23,000 units, even as supplies of the all-new 2018 model continue to ramp up and reach dealerships nationwide. The all-new Accord received numerous accolades earlier in the week at the 2017 Los Angeles Auto Show, securing a spot on Car and Driver magazine’s 10Best list an unprecedented 32^nd time, as well as being named a finalist for the 2017 North American Car of the Year award.

Honda brand sales gained 8.2 percent on sales of 120,440 units for a new November record.
Honda trucks also set a new record, rising 15.8 percent on sales of 62,981
Motor Trend magazine’s SUV of the year, the CR-V recorded a 25 percent gain on sales of 32,206 vehicles.
Civic also gained substantially, setting a new November sales record of 31,181 vehicles, up 23.2 percent for the month.
With production of an entire assembly line now dedicated to Pilot, the mid-size SUV broke through with a 57.2 percent leap on sales of 14,189, also a new November mark.

“We remain committed to our long-term strategic plans built around steady and sustainable growth,” said Henio Arcangeli, Jr., senior vice president of the Automobile Division & general manager of Honda Sales. “Honda is committed to competing with a focus on creating value for the customer through outstanding products and sales practices that protect the investment they make in the Honda brand.”

Acura

Rising across virtually the entire lineup, Acura sales gained a solid 9.5 percent in November. MDX sales were up substantially with the move to the East Liberty, Ohio plant alongside stablemate RDX. NSX made big strides, while TLX gained 12.4 percent over November 2016.

MDX sales gained 15.6 percent for the month, with 5,341 units sold.
RDX set a new November record, rising 0.7 percent on sales of 3,775 vehicles.
NSX notched sales of 83 units, a gain of 62.7 percent over November 2016.
TLX sales were up 12.4 percent on sales of 2,564 in November.

“The Acura brand continued its market resurgence at a steady pace benefitting from product, marketing and sales efforts, all aligned behind our Precision Crafted Performance brand direction,” said Jon Ikeda, vice president & general manager of Acura Sales. “Our focus for the remainder of the year is to continue to build momentum we can take into 2018.”

	American Honda Vehicle Sales for November 2017
		Month-to-Date				Year-to-Date
		November 2017	November 2016	DSR** % Change	MoM % Change	November 2017	November 2016	DSR** % Change	YoY % Change
	American Honda Total	133,156	122,924	8.3%	8.3%	1,492,112	1,477,465	1.0%	1.0%
	Total Car Sales	61,059	60,187	1.4%	1.4%	738,402	749,790	-1.5%	-1.5%
	Total Truck Sales	72,097	62,737	14.9%	14.9%	753,710	727,675	3.6%	3.6%
	Honda Total Car Sales	57,459	56,943	0.9%	0.9%	694,159	701,246	-1.0%	-1.0%
	Honda Total Truck Sales	62,981	54,365	15.8%	15.8%	658,413	632,007	4.2%	4.2%
	Acura Total Car Sales	3,600	3,244	11.0%	11.0%	44,243	48,544	-8.9%	-8.9%
	Acura Total Truck Sales	9,116	8,372	8.9%	8.9%	95,297	95,668	-0.4%	-0.4%
	Total Domestic Car Sales	55,033	50,531	8.9%	8.9%	627,661	686,399	-8.6%	-8.6%
	Honda Division	51,562	47,427	8.7%	8.7%	584,469	639,145	-8.6%	-8.6%
	Acura Division	3,471	3,104	11.8%	11.8%	43,192	47,254	-8.6%	-8.6%
	Total Domestic Truck Sales	72,097	62,737	14.9%	14.9%	753,710	727,675	3.6%	3.6%
	Honda Division	62,981	54,365	15.8%	15.8%	658,413	632,007	4.2%	4.2%
	Acura Division	9,116	8,372	8.9%	8.9%	95,297	95,668	-0.4%	-0.4%
	Total Import Car Sales	6,026	9,656	-37.6%	-37.6%	110,741	63,391	74.7%	74.7%
	Honda Division	5,897	9,516	-38.0%	-38.0%	109,690	62,101	76.6%	76.6%
	Acura Division	129	140	-7.9%	-7.9%	1,051	1,290	-18.5%	-18.5%
	Total Import Truck Sales	0	0	0.0%	0.0%	0	0	0.0%	0.0%
	Honda Division	0	0	0.0%	0.0%	0	0	0.0%	0.0%
	Acura Division	0	0	0.0%	0.0%	0	0	0.0%	0.0%
MODEL BREAKOUT BY DIVISION
	Honda Division Total	120,440	111,308	8.2%	8.2%	1,352,572	1,333,253	1.4%	1.4%
	* ACCORD	22,998	27,182	-15.4%	-15.4%	300,540	311,352	-3.5%	-3.5%
	* CIVIC	31,181	25,303	23.2%	23.2%	345,880	335,445	3.1%	3.1%
	CLARITY	464	0	0.0%	0.0%	1,030	0	0.0%	0.0%
	CR-Z	17	146	-88.4%	-88.4%	686	2,178	-68.5%	-68.5%
	* FIT	2,799	4,309	-35.0%	-35.0%	46,020	52,205	-11.8%	-11.8%
	INSIGHT	0	3	-100.0%	-100.0%	3	66	-95.5%	-95.5%

	CROSSTOUR	0	0	0.0%	0.0%	5	726	-99.3%	-99.3%
	* CR-V	32,206	25,758	25.0%	25.0%	340,912	319,557	6.7%	6.7%
	HR-V	6,153	8,141	-24.4%	-24.4%	86,491	73,007	18.5%	18.5%
	ODYSSEY	7,823	7,978	-1.9%	-1.9%	90,433	110,435	-18.1%	-18.1%
	PILOT	14,189	9,024	57.2%	57.2%	108,677	108,700	-0.0%	-0.0%
	RIDGELINE	2,610	3,464	-24.7%	-24.7%	31,895	19,582	62.9%	62.9%

	*** Memo: Accord FHEV	1,586	1,879	-15.6%	-15.6%	20,848	6,055	244.3%	244.3%
	Memo: Civic Hybrid	1	15	-93.3%	-93.3%	63	884	-92.9%	-92.9%
	Acura Division Total	12,716	11,616	9.5%	9.5%	139,540	144,212	-3.2%	-3.2%
	ILX	824	772	6.7%	6.7%	10,922	13,518	-19.2%	-19.2%
	NSX	83	51	62.7%	62.7%	525	201	161.2%	161.2%
	RLX / RL	129	140	-7.9%	-7.9%	1,051	1,286	-18.3%	-18.3%
	TLX	2,564	2,281	12.4%	12.4%	31,745	33,535	-5.3%	-5.3%
	TSX	0	0	0.0%	0.0%	0	4	-100.0%	-100.0%

	MDX	5,341	4,622	15.6%	15.6%	48,810	49,252	-0.9%	-0.9%
	RDX	3,775	3,750	0.7%	0.7%	46,487	46,416	0.2%	0.2%

	*** Memo: ILX Hybrid	0	0	0.0%	0.0%	0	1	-100.0%	-100.0%
	Memo: RLX Hybrid	36	33	9.1%	9.1%	223	204	9.3%	9.3%
	Memo: TSX Wagon	0	0	0.0%	0.0%	0	0	0.0%	0.0%
	Memo: MDX Hybrid	301	0	0.0%	0.0%	1,579	0	0.0%	0.0%
	Selling Days	25	25			280	280
	**** Hybrid	2,024	2,127	-4.8%	-4.8%	23,927	9,589	149.5%	149.5%

* Honda and Acura vehicles are made of domestic & global sourced parts

** Daily Selling Rate

*** Memo line items are included in the respective model total

**** Hybrid includes FHEV, PHEV, CR-Z, Civic Hybrid, Insight, ILX Hybrid, RLX Hybrid, RLX Sport Hybrid, MDX Sport Hybrid and NSX

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December 2, 2017

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Hyundai Motor America Takes Home Two 2017 Ruedas ESPN Awards

December 1, 2017

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FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Dec. 1, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The leading Spanish-language automotive radio show, Ruedas ESPN, named the 2018 Hyundai Sonata best midsize sedan and the 2018 Elantra GT best hatchback, both leading vehicles within the Hyundai lineup for Hispanics. The Ruedas ESPN executive committee was responsible for generating the nominations. Their industry expert group of jurors selected the winners in fourteen categories. The Ruedas ESPN Awards were presented this year at the 2017 Los Angeles Auto Show.

“The stylish, value-oriented 2018 Hyundai Sonata and 2018 Elantra GT are affordable, versatile, and fun to drive with fresh exterior designs, enhanced infotainment, convenience and safety technologies,” said Mike O’Brien, vice president of corporate and product planning, Hyundai Motor America. “It’s an honor for the Hyundai brand to receive this recognition from Ruedas ESPN, reflecting how we are delivering on both the practical and lifestyle needs of our Hispanic customers.”

Adds Jaime Florez, director and host of Ruedas ESPN, “Hyundai continues to deliver an appealing combination of bold design, comfort, functionality and advanced safety technologies. The 2018 Sonata and Elantra GT offer competitive safety features which are important to Hispanic consumers.”

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Defining the benchmark for mid-sized sedans, the redesigned 2018 Sonata builds on the success of previous generations while introducing a number of dramatic design changes, resulting in a bolder, more sophisticated exterior, segment leading interior space and standard safety features including blind spot detection with rear cross-traffic alert. The 2018 Hyundai Sonata earned the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety’s highest accolade for safety, receiving a 2017 TOP SAFETY PICK+ award when equipped with optional front crash prevention and dynamic bending headlights.

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The all-new 2018 Elantra GT adds a more aggressive stance, an attention-grabbing new cascading grille design and interior volume to its clean European style and driving dynamics. Excellent functionality in terms of roominess, visibility and comfort is complemented by a sensuous and confident design expression and fun to drive element.

RUEDAS ESPN AWARDS

Ruedas ESPN is the leading automotive radio show in Spanish in the United States, broadcast live on ESPN Deportes Radio, a network of 44 radio stations in the United States and Puerto Rico, as well as SIRIUS and XM Channel 157. For two hours every Sunday, from 12 to 2 PM EST, thousands of Hispanics all over the country tune their radios on ESPN Deportes Radio, to listen to Jaime Florez, Niky Pauli and Sergio Rodriguez and share with them their common passions: cars, engines, anything on wheels and the latest information on automotive sports.

HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA

Hyundai Motor America, headquartered in Fountain Valley, Calif., is a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Company of Korea. Hyundai vehicles are distributed throughout the United States by Hyundai Motor America and are sold and serviced through more than 830 dealerships nationwide. All new Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by the Hyundai Assurance program, which includes a 5-year/60,000-mile fully-transferable new vehicle limited warranty, Hyundai’s 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain limited warranty and five years of complimentary Roadside Assistance.

For more details on Hyundai Assurance, please visit www.HyundaiAssurance.com

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Mazda Reports November Sales

December 1, 2017

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IRVINE, California, Dec. 1, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported total November U.S. sales of 21,469 vehicles, representing a decrease of 2.6 percent versus November of last year. Year-to-date (YTD) sales through November are down 2.4 percent versus last year, with 262,577 vehicles sold.

Key November sales notes:

The all-new Mazda CX-5 continued its record-breaking sales momentum in November, posting its best-ever November and its ninth best-ever month of CY2017, with 10,610 vehicles sold. This number represents an increase of 19.7 percent versus November of last year.
Sales of Mazda’s two-seat roadster, the MX-5 Miata, rose 25.8 percent year-over-year (YOY), with 487 vehicles sold in the month of November. This number includes both the MX-5 soft top and MX-5 RF.
Mazda CX-3 recorded an increase of 11.7 percent YOY in the month of November, with 1,514 vehicles sold.
Sales of the seven-passenger Mazda CX-9 rose 25.3 percent YOY with 2,499 vehicles sold in the month of November.
As crossover SUVs continue to dominate the market, sales of Mazda’s CX-line remain strong, with CX-3, CX-5 and CX-9 collectively reaching 14,623 vehicles sold in the month of November. This number represents an increase of 19.7 percent YOY, and a YTD increase of 15.4 percent.
As most of the country prepares for snow in the coming months, the i-ACTIV All-Wheel Drive option continues to be a favorite among Mazda CX-line buyers, with 64.4 percent of customers choosing the AWD option in November.
Mazda reported Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) sales of 3,721 vehicles, marking an increase of 44.6 percent YOY.

Mazda Motor de Mexico (MMdM) recorded its best-ever November, with 5,957 vehicles sold, marking an increase of 15.2 percent versus November of last year.

Mazda North American Operations is headquartered in Irvine, California, and oversees the sales, marketing, parts and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States and Mexico through nearly 600 dealers. Operations in Mexico are managed by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City. For more information on Mazda vehicles, including photography and B-roll, please visit the online Mazda media center at InsideMazda.MazdaUSA.com/Newsroom.

	Month-To-Date				Year-To-Date

	November	November	%	% MTD	November	November	%	% YTD
	2017	2016	Change	DSR	2017	2016	Change	DSR

Mazda3	4,708	6,388	(26.3)%	(26.3)%	69,349	87,465	(20.7)%	(21.3)%
Mazda5	–	6	(100.0)%	(100.0)%	10	373	(97.3)%	(97.3)%
Mazda6	1,651	3,046	(45.8)%	(45.8)%	31,626	41,832	(24.4)%	(24.9)%
MX-5 Miata	487	387	25.8%	25.8%	10,801	8,732	23.7%	22.8%
CX-3	1,514	1,355	11.7%	11.7%	14,773	16,912	(12.6)%	(13.3)%
CX-5	10,610	8,865	19.7%	19.7%	113,466	100,246	13.2%	12.4%
CX-9	2,499	1,994	25.3%	25.3%	22,552	13,457	67.6%	66.4%

Total Vehicles

CARS	6,846	9,827	(30.3)%	(30.3)%	111,786	138,405	(19.2)%	(19.8)%
TRUCKS	14,623	12,214	19.7%	19.7%	150,791	130,615	15.4%	14.6%

TOTAL	21,469	22,041	(2.6)%	(2.6)%	262,577	269,019	(2.4)%	(3.1)%


Selling Days	25	25			280	278

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FIBRA Prologis Acquires 143,400 Square Feet of Class-A Facilities

December 1, 2017

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MEXICO CITY, Dec. 1, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — FIBRA Prologis (BMV: FIBRAPL14), a leading owner and operator of Class-A logistics real estate in Mexico, today announced the acquisition of a new 143,400 square foot Class-A building for a total investment of US$10.5 million, including closing costs.

The property is a new development by sponsor Prologis and is in Prologis Park Toluca in Mexico City’s Toluca submarket.

“This property is a state-of-the-art facility located in Prologis Park Toluca. With little vacancy in Mexico City, Toluca represents a natural alternative for tenants focused on the Greater Mexico City area,” said Luis Gutierrez, CEO, Prologis Property Mexico. “The property is 100-percent leased to a tenant in the automotive distribution sector.”

As of September 30, 2017, FIBRA Prologis owned 12.3 million of logistics and distribution space in the Mexico City market and 34.2 million square feet throughout Mexico.

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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(Español) Jessica Domínguez, renombrada conferencista y abogada de inmigración, publica su primer libro “Mujeres victoriosas”

December 1, 2017

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World AIDS Day: Food Safety is Important for People with HIV or AIDS

December 1, 2017

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SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Dec. 1, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Dec. 1 is World AIDS Day and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) wants to remind those living with HIV or AIDS about our resource guide on protecting yourself from foodborne illness and safely handling food.

You can get a free copy of the booklet Food Safety for People with HIV/AIDS at: http://www.fda.gov/Food/FoodborneIllnessContaminants/PeopleAtRisk/ucm312669.htm. Or, order a copy by calling 1-888-MPHOTLINE (1-888-674-6854) or emailing [email protected].

Practicing food safety is critical because Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) or Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) can damage or destroy the body’s immune system, making that person more susceptible to foodborne illness or “food poisoning.” A person with HIV or AIDS that contracts a foodborne illness is more likely to have a lengthier illness, undergo hospitalization, or even die.

Know the Food Risks

Some foods are more risky for people with HIV or AIDS because they are more likely to contain harmful bacteria or viruses. In general, these foods fall into two categories:

Uncooked fresh fruits and vegetables.
Certain animal products, such as unpasteurized (raw) milk; soft cheeses made with raw milk; and raw or undercooked eggs, raw meat, raw poultry, raw fish, raw shellfish and their juices; luncheon meats and deli-type salads (without added preservatives) prepared on site in a deli-type establishment.

Follow the Four Steps to Food Safety

Anyone preparing food should also follow these steps to reduce their risk for foodborne illness:

CLEAN: Wash hands and surfaces often. Bacteria can be spread throughout the kitchen and get onto hands, cutting boards, utensils, counter tops, and food.
SEPARATE: Keep raw meat, poultry, eggs, and seafood and their juices away from ready-to-eat foods.
COOK to the right temperatures. Use a food thermometer to ensure meat, poultry, seafood, and egg products are cooked to a safe minimum internal temperature to destroy any harmful bacteria. Refer to the chart at http://www.fda.gov/downloads/Food/ResourcesForYou/Consumers/UCM462491.pdf
CHILL foods promptly. Cold temperatures slow the growth of harmful bacteria. Use an appliance thermometer to be sure the refrigerator temperature is 40 degrees F or below and the freezer temperature is 0 degrees F or below.

Know the Symptoms

Consuming dangerous foodborne bacteria will usually cause illness within 1 to 3 days of eating the contaminated food. However, sickness can also occur within 20 minutes or up to 6 weeks later. Symptoms of foodborne illness include: vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and flu-like symptoms (such as fever, headache, and body ache). These symptoms can be worse for someone with a weakened immune system and lead to long term health effects or even death.

Take Action

If you think that you have a foodborne illness, contact your healthcare provider immediately. Also, report this to the FDA by:

Contacting the Consumer Complaint Coordinator in your area: http://www.fda.gov/Safety/ReportaProblem/ConsumerComplaintCoordinators
Contacting MedWatch, http://www.fda.gov/medwatch, 1-800-FDA-1088.

No one has to reveal their HIV status to the FDA when submitting a complaint.

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

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HITN Presents AVANZA, A New Video On Demand Service

November 30, 2017

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BROOKLYN, New York, Nov. 30, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — HITN, the leading Spanish-language network that brings smart television to Hispanic families in more than 44 million households across the United States, announced the launch of AVANZA, a service that gives HITN subscribers free access to all of the network’s content wherever and whenever they want, on the device of their choice. The new service also offers access to AVANZA Kids, the United States’ first educational SVOD platform in Spanish that features Premium entertainment content.

“AVANZA puts our company at the forefront of the market with an innovative digital option that offers the quality content for which our network is known free to subscribers, as well as a subscription-based Premium service with educational children’s programming, all on a top-level technological platform,” says Mike Nieves, President and CEO of HITN. “The new service expands our mission by offering our viewers relevant programming designed to help improve their quality of life, available on any screen, anytime. At the same time, it strengthens the offering of our distributors and the Pay TV system as a whole,” added Mr. Nieves.

“We created AVANZA in response to demand from Hispanic parents in the United States who are looking for smart programming for the entire family. Younger generations already consume most of their content on digital platforms, and HITN is staying in the vanguard by offering a service that allows users to access content from any device, wherever they are,” added Maximiliano Vaccaro, HITN’s Director of Digital Services.

AVANZA gives Hispanic audiences the option to enjoy a wide variety of HITN content, ranging from nature programming to science and technology, lifestyle and health, current events and preschool education. The service will be available initially as an app for IOS and Android phones and tablets, as well as Apple TV. AVANZA is a free service for HITN subscribers, pending authentication with their cable operators.

Once registered through their cable / satellite or provider, AVANZA users will have the option to add AVANZA Kids, the first SVOD service in the United States providing premium children’s content for a monthly fee of $3.99. The service will also feature articles and teaching guides, making AVANZA a powerful tool for parents and educators. Users will be able to share segments from their favorite programs in real time with their friends on social media such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

For more information about HITN, please visit: www.hitn.tv

ABOUT HITN

HITN-TV is a leading Spanish-language media company that offers educational and cultural programming for the whole family. It reaches more than 44 million viewers in the US and Puerto Rico via DIRECTV, DISH Network, AT&T U-verse TV, Verizon FiOS TV, Comcast, Charter Spectrum, Frontier Mediacom, CenturyLink Prism and Cablevision. For more information, please visit www.hitn.org.

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Latino Impact Summit to be held at the United Nations for the second time; Thalía to receive the event’s main prize

November 30, 2017

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NEW YORK, Nov. 30, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Latino Impact Summit, organized by the PVBLIC and Ismael Cala foundations, is taking place today and tomorrow at the United Nations. The event discusses alliances for achieving progress in Latin America that are centered on the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, and is one of the few forums held in Spanish at UN headquarters.

Mexican singer, actress and entrepreneur Thalía will receive the 2017 Latin Impact Summit Award, in recognition of her humanitarian work in support of children, women, and health campaigns throughout her 35+ year career.

Other personalities from the region who will also be honored include:

Celia Daniel de Mizrahi – Latino Philanthropist of the Year Award
Facundo Garreton – Millennium Latino Leader of the Year Award
Bettina Bulgheroni – Latin American Social Leadership Award
Palmas de Ixan – Latin American Sustainability Award
Cementos Progreso – Business Product Innovation Award
Marcos Galperín – Latin American Businessman of the Year Award
Carlos Gutiérrez – Latin American Excellence Award

The summit brings together dozens of leaders from different sectors in search of new opportunities and solutions for the region. Among this year’s attendees are Angélica Fuentes, President of the Angélica Fuentes Foundation; Marcos Galperín, Founder of Mercado Libre; Raúl de Molina, Host of the El Gordo and La Flaca TV show; Carlos Bremer, President of Value Grupo Financiero; Margarita Herdocia, President of Génesis Desarrolladores; and Estrella Flores, CEO of Grupo Montaigne.

“Hosting the Latino Impact Summit is a clear manifestation of our commitment to create awareness in Latin America in view of the challenges the world is facing and our potential to achieve change. Through the new agenda, the 193 participating countries and the UN can make a greater impact by using our combined resources and connecting with each other through media and advanced technology,” said Sergio Fernández de Córdova, President of the PVBLIC Foundation.

Ismael Cala, President of the Ismael Cala Foundation, added: “With three root problems on our shoulders −selfishness, greed, and apathy−, the world is torn between poverty, climate change, social inequality and the poor quality of education. Let’s call upon leaders in all areas to promote life and peace, in order to guarantee a better future for new generations.”

The 17 Sustainable Development Goals are a universal call for action to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity.

ABOUT PVBLIC

An innovative, non-profit organization that harnesses the power of the media to drive social change, PVBLIC aggregates media on all platforms and works in partnership with the United Nations, as well as other IGOs and NGOs, to create awareness and activate citizens all over the world around the Sustainable Development Goals.

ABOUT THE ISMAEL CALA FOUNDATION

A non-profit organization that seeks to impact communities in Latin America and the Caribbean, the Ismael Cala Foundation promotes leadership and entrepreneurship training for adolescents, fosters social development organizations serving children and adolescents with cognitive disabilities, and connects youth with our allies to advance their education and training.

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Jam City Brings the Grinch to Mobile Gaming for the First Time Ever with Panda Pop “Grinchmas” Takeover

November 30, 2017

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Grinch Comes to Jam City's Panda Pop (www.jamcity.com)

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 30, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — You’re a mean one, Mr. Grinch… Unless you’re bringing gamers holiday gifts! Leading mobile game maker, Jam City, in collaboration with Dr. Seuss Enterprises and White Space Entertainment, is bringing one of the world’s most popular characters, Dr. Seuss’s the Grinch, to mobile gaming for the first time ever this holiday season.

Panda Pop, the world’s most popular bubble shooter game with over 100 million downloads, is featuring a complete “Grinchmas” holiday takeover from now until January. The title, in which players pop bubbles to save baby pandas, is getting Who-ified game artwork and levels, major Grinch in-game events with prizes, Grinch Gifts, a brand new Grinch costume for Mama Panda, a Grinch starter pack for all new players, and, last but not least, a Grinch Global Save the Babies event where players will team up to save 600 million panda babies and win prizes!

“It is a unique honor to be working with such a wonderfully nostalgic and iconic brand. When you combine the massive worldwide appeal of Dr. Seuss’s Grinch with one of the most delightful, creative puzzle games in the world, you have a recipe for holiday gaming magic,” said Josh Yguado, Co-Founder, President and COO of Jam City. “Our entire Panda Pop team’s hearts have grown three sizes at the chance to make this a special holiday season for our millions of players.”

Dr. Seuss is one of the most beloved children’s book authors of all time having written and illustrated 45 children’s books, including the holiday classic, How the Grinch Stole Christmas! This year marks the 60th anniversary of this perennial favorite story which has been translated to a TV special, film and stage.

“The Grinch’s whimsical tale has been a part of holiday traditions for sixty years now,” said Susan Brandt, President of Dr. Seuss Enterprises. “By organically featuring the Grinch in a compelling, interactive mobile game like Panda Pop, we can bring this familiar tale to fans in a completely new way.”

“Jam City and Panda Pop were at the top of our list when looking for a strong gaming partner to bring the Grinch to mobile platforms for the first time,” said Stephanie Sperber, CEO of White Space. Sean Haran, COO and Head of Games at White Space Entertainment, adds, “The game experience seamlessly integrates the Grinch in the Panda Pop world for a fun holiday celebration.”

Grinchmas Calendar in Panda Pop

Grinch PvP Events (Dec 1–4, 11–15, and 22–25): Players compete with a group of 10 other players and the Grinch to beat the most levels and earn prizes.
Grinch Solo Save the Babies Event (Dec 4–7): Compete against the Grinch to win prizes.
Grinch Boss Events (Dec 7–11 and 25–29): Compete against the Grinch to win prizes.
Grinch Global Save the Babies Events (Dec 15–18 and Dec 29–Jan 1): Players team up in co-op event to save 600 million babies and win prizes.
Grinch Rush Event (Dec 18–22): Help Mama Panda beat 220 levels and win a huge reward!
Grinch Daily Gifts Event (Dec 19–25): Play Panda Pop each day to unlock new prizes in this advent calendar style event.

Panda Pop is free to play and is available on mobile devices via the App Store and Google Play.

About Jam City
Jam City is a Los Angeles-based mobile game maker with global reach. The company was co-founded in 2010 by former MySpace co-founders Chris DeWolfe, Aber Whitcomb, and former 20th Century Fox executive Josh Yguado. Its portfolio of titles–which includes Cookie Jam, Panda Pop, Family Guy: The Quest for Stuff and Marvel Avengers Academy–has been downloaded more than 800 million times and is regularly played by nearly 50 million people monthly. Jam City has studios in Seattle, San Francisco, San Diego and Buenos Aires.

About Dr. Seuss
Theodor “Seuss” Geisel is quite simply the most beloved children’s book author of all time. Winner of the Pulitzer Prize in 1984, three Academy Awards, two Emmy Awards, three Grammy Awards, and three Caldecott Honors, Geisel wrote and illustrated 45 books for children. Hundreds of millions of copies have found their way into homes and hearts around the world. While Theodor Geisel died on September 24, 1991, Dr. Seuss lives on, inspiring generations of children of all ages to explore the joys of reading.

Dr. Seuss Enterprises, L.P.
The primary focus of Dr. Seuss Enterprises, L.P. is to protect the integrity of the Dr. Seuss books while expanding beyond books into ancillary areas. This effort is a strategic part of the overall mission to nurture and safeguard the relationship people have with Dr. Seuss characters. Theodor Seuss Geisel (Dr. Seuss) said he never wanted to license his characters to anyone who would “round out the edges.” That is one of the guiding philosophies of Dr. Seuss Enterprises.

About White Space Entertainment
White Space Entertainment is a Los Angeles-based brand management and licensing entertainment agency. Founded in 2015, White Space works with clients to unleash the full potential of their properties by unlocking and monetizing embedded value. White Space provides clients with deep expertise and insights in licensing, digital gaming, retail, strategic alliances and franchise management.

Editor’s Note:

To download supporting assets for Panda Pop Grinchmas, please visit https://app.box.com/v/PandaPop-Grinchmas
To watch and embed the new Panda Pop Grinchmas video, please visit https://youtu.be/Bn8win8cUrk

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