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AARP to Working NYers: Paid Family Leave Starts January 1; Use it!
NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — AARP is taking to the airwaves to make sure working New Yorkers know they can start taking advantage of the state’s new paid family leave law beginning January 1.
AARP New York is spreading the news via television, radio, social media and other media that private sector and some public sector employees can take up to eight weeks of partially paid, job-protected leave from work beginning in the new year.
The association went to the State Capitol last year, joining Governor Andrew Cuomo to fight to pass paid family leave in the state Legislature.
AARP’s message: paid family leave is for any working New Yorker who qualifies – from parents of newborns to military spouses to family caregivers who care for an older parent or spouse.
“Nobody should have to choose between their job and caring for a family member, and we want to make sure working New Yorkers know that they won’t have to anymore,” said AARP New York State Director Beth Finkel. “New York’s new paid family leave law will provide critical support for unpaid family caregivers. There are nearly 2.6 million family caregivers across New York who provide care valued at over $31 billion annually. Many struggle to balance work and caregiving every day. This new law will help ease that strain.
“And it will help family caregivers help their loved ones age at home, rather than in far costlier and mostly taxpayer-funded institutional care settings.”
AARP’s campaign will include a livestreamed town hall the evening of November 28 at the ABC studios in Manhattan, a live broadcast, and a community affairs radio segment in January. It will also include digital ads as well as television and radio commercials airing throughout the fall and into 2018 from Buffalo to Brookhaven.
The campaign will provide information to working New Yorkers about whether they might qualify and the benefits they would receive if they take time off to care for a sick family member or newborn or to accommodate the military requirements of a family member. More information about the law is available at www.aarp.org/nypaidleave.
Family caregivers spend roughly $5,500 per year out of pocket for food, travel, transportation, medical insurance co-pays, medications and other costs to care for loved ones, according to the National Alliance for Caregiving. And the average caregiver loses over $300,000, conservatively, in wages, pension and Social Security benefits as a result of caregiving responsibilities, MetLife reported.
At first, the new law will provide up to half a worker’s pay. The benefit increases gradually to up to 12 weeks in 2021 and up to two thirds the worker’s pay.
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Holiday Shopping Habits Revealed In New Marshalls Gift-Giving Guide
FRAMINGHAM, Mass., Nov. 16, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — A new Marshalls survey found an overwhelming majority (90 percent) of American women would forego gifts for themselves this year if they could guarantee everyone on their list was delighted with what they received. Today, the brand released its gift-giving guide which takes a closer look at holiday shopping habits to help ensure you’re finding the best surprises in store this season. Explore the report at www.MarshallsTrendReport.com.
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Ninety-four percent of American women believe the best holiday gifts are the ones least expected yet a third shop based on lists, leaving little room for surprise under the tree. From gifts for him or her, kids and stocking stuffers and even teachers or hostess gifts, Marshalls provides an exciting shopping experience with thoughtful gift options sure to surprise this season.
“Marshalls is the destination to find the perfect gift for everyone on your holiday list — even those who might seem hard to shop for,” said Victoria Shonkoff, Marshalls Vice President. “Whether you’re a planner or a last-minute shopper, every Marshalls location will have a new selection of must-have gifts at amazing prices right up until Christmas.”
The survey also found the following:
- Women spend an average of 36 hours on holiday shopping
- 91% of women buy a little something for herself while shopping for others
- Nearly half say their significant other gives them the most thoughtful or surprising gifts
- 95% consider price when selecting a gift
- The toughest people on her list include parents (34%), significant others (29%) and siblings (14%)
Explore the Marshalls guide to gift giving for holiday shopping inspiration at www.MarshallsTrendReport.com.
ABOUT MARSHALLS
Marshalls is one of the nation’s leading off-price family retailers with more than 1,000 stores spanning 47 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. Since opening its first store more than 40 years ago, the Marshalls name has become synonymous with off-price shopping. Marshalls shoppers can find a surprising selection of high-quality, on-trend brand name and designer merchandise for men, women and children, footwear, beauty, accessories and home merchandise – all at incredible prices.
SURVEY METHODOLOGY
The Marshalls survey was conducted by Wakefield Research among 1,000 nationally representative women ages 25-52 who have shopped retail in the last year, are not industry-affiliated and plan to shop for holiday gifts this season, between November 6 and November 9, 2017.
CONTACT:
Michael Cowen
Office: (312) 220-3953
[email protected]
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The Road To Russia 2018 Continues On Telemundo On Friday, December 1st With The Exclusive Spanish-Language Coverage Of The Final Draw For The 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™
MIAMI, Nov. 16, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Telemundo Deportes, the Spanish-language home of the FIFA World CupTM, will provide the most extensive, Spanish-language multimedia coverage of the Final Draw for the 2018 FIFA World Cup RussiaTM on Friday, December 1 beginning at 9:30 a.m. ET. The event will be simulcast live on Telemundo, Universo and the Telemundo Deportes En vivo App. The two and half hour special will be produced live from the Kremlin State Palace in Moscow, Russia with participation from Telemundo Deportes studios in Miami. Andrés Cantor will host the coverage from Moscow, joined by Telemundo Deportes’ Carlos Hermosillo, Manuel Sol, Miguel Gurwitz, Sammy Sadovnik and Carlota Vizmanos. Ana Jurka, Copan Alvarez and Karim Mendiburu will provide additional content and coverage of the Draw from Telemundo Deportes Miami Studios.
The Draw will kickoff Telemundo Deportes’ comprehensive coverage of the 2018 FIFA World Cup RussiaTM taking place June 15 – July 15, 2018.
“The Draw is the most anticipated day leading to the FIFA World Cup and we are looking forward to providing the most complete coverage and analysis of the results live from Russia,” said Ray Warren, president of Telemundo Deportes. “The event’s new format based on FIFA ranking along with the anticipation of each team’s possible paths to the final will make this one of the most exciting sporting events for our audience ahead of next year.”
The Telemundo network will extend its coverage across its programming:
“Un Nuevo Día” – Telemundo’s three-time Emmy award-winning morning show will kickoff the coverage on December 1, beginning at 7 a.m. ET, featuring special segments with Telemundo Deportes’ commentary team in Moscow.
Pre-Draw Special – The live draw presentation will be preceded by a special preview at 9:30 a.m. featuring the analysis of Telemundo Deportes’ experts who will discuss the different case scenarios for some of the favorite teams based on the new format of the draw.
Final Draw – The live presentation of the draw begins at 10 a.m. ET; Cantor will provide commentary alongside Gurwitz.
Post-show special – Following the draw, Telemundo Deportes’ experts will present in-depth analysis of the results, plus live reactions, analysis and predictions from former players, coaches and soccer personalities from around the world.
Throughout the special coverage around the Draw, Telemundo Deportes will also feature special segments and reports highlighting the most compelling stories around teams, players, rivalries and surprises around the FIFA World Cup and the 32 teams qualified. The coverage will also highlight the culture of Russia and the 11 cities and venues that will host the action.
The live coverage will also be available via Telemundo Deportes En Vivo app and TelemundoDeportes.com. The streaming will feature widgets showcasing each group’s live results as well as instant social media interaction. Telemundo Deportes’ digital and social media platforms will provide comprehensive content throughout the day, including two Facebook Live specials hosted by Telemundo Deportes’ commentators, featuring analysis and reactions prior and following the draw.
In addition, “Al Rojo Vivo,” “Suelta la Sopa” and “Noticas Telemundo” will provide special segments and content following the results.
In celebration of the Draw, Telemundo will showcase the creation of an artwork mural, live at the iconic Wynwood Art District in Miami, FL. The mural will be crafted by the renowned Miami artist Lebo who’s known for his compelling visual work, and will feature the countries participating in the World Cup using anything from cultural inspiration to star players. The artwork will be unveiled on December 1, following the Draw results.
The anticipated Draw debuts a new format for the 2018 FIFA World Cup where all teams will be allocated into four different pots based on sporting principles with each pot containing eight teams. The FIFA ranking will be used to allocate all qualified teams to the four pots according to their ranking in descending order, with the best seven teams along with host Russia in pot 1. The other 24 best ranked teams will be distributed accordingly in the remainder pots. FIFA said the only geographical constraint would be that no group could include two teams from the same continent, with the exception of Europe.
Teams qualified for the 2018 FIFA World Cup:
Africa: Egypt, Morocco, Nigeria, Senegal and Tunisia
Asia: Australia, Iran, Japan, Korea Republic, Saudi Arabia
Europe: Belgium, Croatia, Denmark, England, France, Germany, Iceland, Poland, Portugal, Russia, Serbia, Spain, Switzerland and Sweden.
North, Central America and Caribbean: Costa Rica, Mexico, Panama
South America: Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Peru and Uruguay
Telemundo Deportes, one of the leading providers of sports content in Spanish in the United States, is home to two of the world’s most popular sporting events: the FIFA World Cup™ through 2026 and the Summer Olympic Games through 2032. It is also the home of the FIFA Club World Cup until at least 2018. In addition, Telemundo Deportes broadcasts the FIFA World Cup™ CONCACAF qualifying matches for most of the region, including the Mexico and USA national teams’ away matches, and the Premier League. Telemundo Deportes is also home to “Boxeo Telemundo Ford,” the #1 boxing program in Spanish, and “Titulares y Más,” the #1 sports news, entertainment and commentary show in Spanish, among other recognized sports properties.
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‘Cleo & Cuquin’ to Participate in HITN Learning US Early Literacy Initiative
NEW YORK, Nov. 15, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — HITN, the non-profit, Spanish-language media network that provides educational and entertainment programming to more than 44 million American households across the country, announced today that its educational division has reached an agreement with producer Ánima Kitchent to include ‘Cleo & Cuquin’ in an early literacy initiative to help ensure kids from transcultural homes enter kindergarten on equitable footing with their peers.
The initiative will be managed by HITN Learning, the network’s early learning division that produces educational products. It’s based on a transmedia approach to promote early literacy among children aged four and five. HITN pioneered the transmedia approach for bilingual preschool education earlier this decade as lead partner of the Early Learning Collaborative (ELC), recipient of a $30 million Ready to Learn Grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
In this successor enterprise, ‘Cleo & Cuquin’ will star in a series of mobile apps and hands-on kits featuring Spanish/English bilingual educational content whose purpose is to develop the parallel acquisition of two languages, and take first steps towards the math and literacy skills expected in kindergarten.
A variety of physical and digital educational formats will be launched in the US targeting public and private schools, day care and community centers, and will be available in stores beginning the second half of 2018.
Among the many positive messages conveyed, ‘Cleo & Cuquin,’ teaches young viewers about the importance of play and a healthy lifestyle. It shows children that creativity is the best way to resolve conflict and models a step by step approach to problem solving, which is why this particular transmedia brand was selected to form part of this important educational initiative.
‘Cleo & Cuquin’ (52×7′ television series) is targeted at pre-schoolers ages four and five and features the Telerin brothers and sisters, especially big sister Cleo and the baby of the family, Cuquin. Each episode sees the little kids tackle a big adventure as Cuquin’s mischief causes conflicts or gets Cleo and her brothers and sisters into trouble, and they come up with solutions the only way kids know how: by playing! They pretend to be astronauts, gardeners, detectives, monsters or whatever they need to be to get the job done. Best of all, at the end of every episode, Cleo figures out what she wants to be when she grows up – at least for that day! These demonstrations of positive social emotional interactions and problem solving skills will serve as key underpinnings for HITN Learning’s educational products.
Familia Telerin was a brief cartoon aired in Spain and Latin America in the late 60s. It proved hugely popular, as it featured a catchy song telling kids it was time to turn off the TV and head for bed, helping parents with the tricky task of settling them down for the night. The clip aired for two decades in Spain and was also broadcast in Latin America, where it featured in TV programming for many years.
With a view to rekindling this success and a clear international approach, Televisa joined forces a year ago with Ánima Kitchent, Famosa, MAI and Selecta Visión to co-produce the new transmedia brand based on the Familia Telerin.
‘Cleo & Cuquin’ has brand new scripts, updated characters and a meticulous design. As well as the TV show, the brand boasts apps like the “El Acostador” bedtime app, web content and music video clips. ‘Cleo & Cuquin launched on the Familia Telerin’s YouTube channel, and after just a year and a half its 17 music video clips have chalked up over 600 million views and 1.5 million subscribers.
HITN Learning’s product plans for ‘Cleo & Cuquin’ include a series of Family Fun Kits focusing on math and literacy concepts. The kits will offer learning concepts disguised as fun. Fun Kit components will spark learning in young minds. A series of mobile apps, inspired by the award-winning (Parent’s Choice, Kidscreen) “Pocoyo Playsets” developed under the ELC grant, will provide a range of gaming, recording, and augmented reality experiences.
Toy maker Mattel recently announced that it had been awarded the worldwide Toy Master License for ‘Cleo & Cuquin’. The first line of products is set to be rolled out in Mexico in time for Christmas 2018, following the TV broadcast of the show in the North American country. This initial expansion into the international market will be underpinned by broadcasting agreements in a range of markets in the coming months, which will position ‘Cleo & Cuquin’ firmly as a strong global brand.
Ánima Kitchent CEO Víctor M. López said: “HITN, which has outstanding experience and prestige in the field of education, rounds out Cleo & Cuquin’s global strategy by further developing the edutainment component of our brand in the world’s largest market.”
“We are very excited to be working with Ánima Kitchent,” said Michael D. Nieves, President and CEO of HITN. “This partnership is a prime example of how HITN keeps pushing the boundaries to provide educational and entertaining content. Cleo & Cuquin will play a major role in the launch of HITN Learning’s next line of educational products.”
About Ánima Kitchent:
Ánima Kitchent creates, produces and markets entertainment brands based on transmedia content which are aimed mainly at children and young audiences. It was incorporated in Spain by Mexico’s Ánima Estudios, which boasts over 15 years’ experience in the animation sector, and part of the management team from Vodka Capital. As well as PINY, it currently produces Cloe&Cuquin, a TV show and transmedia content based on the iconic Familia Telerin, and manages the Vodka Capital brands Jelly Jamm and Bugsted. For further information, visit www.animakitchent.com.
About HITN:
HITN is the largest non-commercial, Spanish-language television network in the United States, offering educational and cultural programming for the whole family. It reaches over 44 million homes across the United States and Puerto Rico through DIRECTV, DISH Network, AT&T U-verse TV, Verizon FiOS TV, Comcast, Charter Spectrum, CenturyLink Prism, and Cablevision. For more information, please visit www.hitn.tv.
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“The King Of Bachata” Romeo Santos Announces 2018 “Golden Tour” Details
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 16, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Today, Latin pop sensation and bachata superstar Romeo Santos announced the full routing and ticket information after previously teasing his 2018 “Golden Tour.” The 18-date tour will cross North America kicking off February 15 in New York, NY and wrap in Oakland, CA on April 6. The tour will also make stops in Chicago, Miami, Atlanta, Houston, Los Angeles and more.
Tickets will go on sale to the general public starting November 24 at 10am local time at LiveNation.com. Exclusive VIP Packages for the “Golden Tour” will also be available to purchase at VIPNation.com. Presales for the tour will begin Tuesday, November 21.
The tour is titled after Santos’ latest studio album “Golden,” which was released earlier this year and earned the biggest sales week for a Latin studio album not only of 2017, but in over two years. The album also marks Santos’ fourth No. 1 on the Top Latin Albums chart and his third top 10 on the Billboard 200.
His latest single “Bella y Sensual” featuring Daddy Yankee and Nicky Jam is currently in the top 20 on Billboard’s Hot Latin Song chart.
Romeo Santos 2018 “Golden Tour” Dates:
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Thu Feb 15 |
New York, NY |
Madison Square Garden |
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Wed Feb 28 |
Chicago, IL |
United Center |
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Fri Mar 02 |
Toronto, ON |
Air Canada Centre |
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Sat Mar 03 |
Montreal, QC |
Bell Centre |
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Tue Mar 06 |
Boston, MA |
Agganis Arena |
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Sat Mar 10 |
Fairfax, VA |
EagleBank Arena |
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Tue Mar 13 |
Orlando, FL |
Amway Center |
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Thu Mar 15 |
Miami, FL |
AmericanAirlines Arena |
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Sun Mar 18 |
Atlanta, GA |
Philips Arena |
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Tue Mar 20 |
Houston, TX |
Toyota Center |
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Wed Mar 21 |
Dallas, TX |
American Airlines Center |
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Sat Mar 24 |
El Paso, TX |
Don Haskins Center |
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Sun Mar 25 |
San Antonio, TX |
AT&T Center |
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Tue Mar 27 |
Denver, CO |
Pepsi Center |
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Thu Mar 29 |
Phoenix, AZ |
Talking Stick Resort Arena |
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Fri Mar 30 |
Los Angeles, CA |
The Forum |
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Tue Apr 03 |
San Diego, CA |
Viejas Arena |
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Fri Apr 06 |
Oakland, CA |
Oracle Arena |
The global superstar, singer, songwriter, mogul, actor, and producer rose from humble beginnings in the Bronx, NY to worldwide renown over the course of his unbelievable career. “The King of Bachata” fueled the success of Aventura as chief producer and songwriter before going solo. In addition to selling over 100 million singles and 40 million albums, he has won a stunning 17 Billboard Latin Music Awards, 9 Premio Lo Nuestro Awards, 6 ASCAP Awards, 5 Premios Juventud Awards, 3 Billboard Music Awards, 2 Latin American Music Awards, 1 BMI Award, and 1 MTV Award. Throughout the past decade, the likes of Drake, Usher, Enrique Iglesias, Pitbull, Lil Wayne, and more have all jumped at the chance to collaborate. An accomplished visionary, he also acts as CEO of Roc Nation Latino in addition to appearing in films such as Furious 7 and Angry Birds. No other Latin artist has achieved as many number ones in the 21st century.
About Live Nation Entertainment
Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com.
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Air pollution exposure in early pregnancy linked to miscarriage, NIH study suggests
BETHESDA, Md., Nov. 16, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ —
WHAT:
Exposure to common air pollutants, such as ozone and fine particles, may increase the risk of early pregnancy loss, according to a study conducted by the National Institutes of Health. The study appears in the journal Fertility and Sterility.
Ozone is a highly reactive form of oxygen that is a primary constituent of urban smog. Researchers followed 501 couples attempting to conceive between 2005 and 2009 in Michigan and Texas. The investigators estimated the couples’ exposures to ozone based on pollution levels in their residential communities. Of the 343 couples who achieved pregnancy, 97 (28 percent) experienced an early pregnancy loss—all before 18 weeks. Couples with higher exposure to ozone were 12 percent more likely to experience an early pregnancy loss, whereas couples exposed to particulate matter (small particles and droplets in the air) were 13 percent more likely to experience a loss.
The researchers do not know why exposure to air pollutants might cause pregnancy loss, but it could be related to increased inflammation of the placenta and oxidative stress, which can impair fetal development. The findings suggest that pregnant women may want to consider avoiding outdoor activity during air quality alerts, but more research is needed to confirm this association.
The study was led by Pauline Mendola, Ph.D., an investigator at NIH’s Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD). Her team previously found that ozone increased the risk of stillbirth. Dr. Mendola and her colleagues have also examined the effects of air pollution and extreme temperatures on other adverse outcomes of pregnancy.
WHO:
Pauline Mendola, Ph.D., lead study author and investigator in NICHD’s Epidemiology Branch is available for comment.
To arrange an interview with Dr. Mendola, please call Meredith Daly at 301-496-5133 or e-mail [email protected].
ARTICLE: Ha S, et al., Ambient air pollution and the risk of pregnancy loss: a prospective cohort study. Fertility and Sterility DOI: 10.
About the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD): NICHD conducts and supports research in the United States and throughout the world on fetal, infant and child development; maternal, child and family health; reproductive biology and population issues; and medical rehabilitation. For more information, visit NICHD’s website.
About the National Institutes of Health (NIH): NIH, the nation’s medical research agency, includes 27 Institutes and Centers and is a component of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. NIH is the primary federal agency conducting and supporting basic, clinical, and translational medical research, and is investigating the causes, treatments, and cures for both common and rare diseases. For more information about NIH and its programs, visit http://www.nih.gov.
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Teen Creates Nation’s First Wearable App to Prevent Farm Worker Deaths from Heat Illness
SHAFTER, Calif., Nov. 16, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Fighting to reduce the high numbers of heat illness and deaths among farm workers in her beloved Central Valley, a concerned California teen has created an app to connect farmers, contractors and farm workers through Apple watches that provides instant health data and critical heat alerts. Now, she seeks funding to bring the app to the fields via a “Start Some Good” crowdsourced campaign.
To help, donate now at https://startsomegood.com/CalorApp to bring the summer 2018 pilot to hundreds of farmer workers.
Nearly two-thirds of Americans are experiencing an increased number of extreme-heat days due to climate change. Nowhere is the impact felt more directly than California’s already sizzling agricultural fields. Faith Florez, a 17-year old senior in high school and the granddaughter of farm workers, created the app Calor to help protect farm workers from death and heat illness, by providing them with timely alerts and data.
“I want to prove that technology to protect farm workers in times of excessive heat can be applied as easily as the Amber Alert notifications we already receive, with life-saving data sent straight to their wrists as they toil to put food on our tables,” said Florez. “My mission is to change the statement “work or health” to ‘work AND health.'”
To get the project started, Florez’s original proposal for the farm work heat stress protection app was selected by graduate coding students at USC’s Viterbi School of Engineering in 2016. Calor—the first-ever farm worker heat notification web-based application—is the final product of nearly a year of work and intense meetings with farmers, contractors, farm workers and state regulators.
California farmers and contractors have agreed to provide Apple Watches to farm workers at the beginning of the harvest job, as part of the summer 2018 pilot. In the future, Florez believes farmers will benefit from anticipated reductions in workers compensation insurance rates due to the risk mitigation offered by Calor.
Initial funds raised will help fund the development costs and to boost the number of farm workers participating in the program. All donations are tax-deductible.
The effort is sponsored by the Latina Legacy Foundation. Early funds for the project were awarded by a Grant from the HERlead Fellowship Program sponsored by partnership between Vital Voices, the preeminent non-governmental organization whose mission is to invest in women leaders who improve the world, and ANN INC., parent company of Ann Taylor, LOFT and Lou & Grey.
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Kelley Blue Book Names 2018 Best Buy Award Winners
IRVINE, California, Nov. 16, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — After kicking the tires and running the numbers on 2018 model-year cars, trucks, minivans and SUVs, Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com expert editors today announce the 2018 Best Buy Award winners. Kelley Blue Book’s Best Buy Awards honor the top vehicles in 12 major vehicle categories, as well as an Overall Best Buy of 2018, which is awarded to the newly redesigned 2018 Honda Accord.
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The awards are the culmination of a year-long regimen of expert vehicle evaluation and testing of nearly every new vehicle available in America, along with analysis of a broad swath of vehicle-related data, including vehicle pricing/transaction prices, 5-Year Cost to Own data (which includes depreciation, insurance, maintenance, financing, fuel, fees and taxes for new cars), consumer reviews and ratings, and vehicle sales/retail sales information. Of more than 300 new-car models available for 2018, Kelley Blue Book’s expert editors initially narrowed the field to a few dozen Best Buy Award contenders in 12 major vehicle categories and then spent several weeks testing and evaluating all the finalists head-to-head to ultimately determine the winners. Kelley Blue Book recently launched a new digital campaign outlining the testing regimen.
“Kelley Blue Book takes great pride in providing a significant consumer service by identifying the new vehicles our experts believe to be the absolute best-value choices for new-car shoppers,” said Karl Brauer, executive publisher for Kelley Blue Book. “This year’s Best Buy Award winners can help shoppers narrow the consideration list of new models across every major vehicle category, providing car buyers with confidence in their next new-car purchase.”
In fact, according to a recent study, 64 percent of consumers say they were influenced on their vehicle opinion when that model earned a Kelley Blue Book award, nearly 20 percentage points higher than an award offered by the next closest third-party automotive resource.1
2018 Kelley Blue Book Best Buy Award Winners
Overall Winner: 2018 Honda Accord
The mid-size sedan segment has long been a sweet spot of needs, wants and value, and the totally redesigned 2018 Honda Accord is the most appealing car in the category. The Accord’s storied refinement and resale value advantages remain, but the new model now outclasses the competition in almost every meaningful measure. It also sells for far less than the average new car while providing more features, better fuel economy and a more proven reputation for quality and reliability. Value without compromise is as rare as it is desirable, and it’s why the all-new Honda Accord is our Overall Best Buy for 2018.
Small Car: 2018 Honda Civic
Honda’s venerable compact car has now claimed our Small Car Best Buy Award three years in a row. And while it doesn’t also three-peat as our Overall Best Buy this year, the refined, reliable and downright desirable Civic remains one of the country’s most recommendable cars, a trait confirmed by its strong sales number.
Mid-Size Car: 2018 Honda Accord
Totally redesigned for 2018, the 10th-generation Honda Accord sets a new standard for the popular mid-size sedan segment. Groundbreaking style and excellent tech are backed by standout roominess, comfort and efficiency, not to mention one of the best reputations on the road.
Full-Size Car: 2018 Chevrolet Impala
This is the fourth year in a row the Impala has won over our editors’ heads and hearts to capture a Kelley Blue Book Best Buy recommendation and award. Chevrolet’s full-size sedan continues to earn its stripes and reward its owners for making a smart car-buying decision.
Luxury Car: 2018 Audi A5 Sportback
We thought the Audi A4 might be a slam dunk to repeat as our Luxury Car Best Buy this year, but then we got our hands on its new stablemate, the 2018 Audi A5 Sportback. With sleeker styling, hatchback utility and a slightly roomier feel, the all-new A5 Sportback offers even more to love.
Performance Car: 2018 Porsche 718 Boxster
That a two-seat Porsche sports car would collect awards is not surprising. That it might be the year’s best sports-car value, however, is a notion that may take some getting used to. In fact, this is the second year in a row Porsche’s mid-engine magician has earned our Best Buy Award in the Performance Car category.
Electric/Hybrid Car: 2018 Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid
Honda’s newest offering combines five-passenger capacity, 47 miles of all-electric range and an available $7,500 federal tax credit to bring electrified transportation closer to the mainstream and claim this year’s Electric/Hybrid Car Best Buy Award.
Small SUV/Crossover: 2018 Honda CR-V
Another Honda with multiple Best Buy Award trophies on display, the Honda CR-V is still fresh off a 2017 redesign that further separated it from the competition. Whether you want a flexible and fuel-efficient errand-runner or a leather-laden commuter with enough premium amenities to pass for a luxury SUV, the Honda CR-V has you covered.
Mid-Size SUV/Crossover: 2018 Honda Pilot
Combining style and substance with an established reputation for reliability, the 2018 Honda Pilot this year fended off some strong new challengers to retain its title as our Mid-Size SUV Best Buy. Excellent resale value remains an ace up the Pilot’s sleeve among smart shoppers.
Full-Size SUV/Crossover: 2018 Ford Expedition
A decade is a long time to wait for a major model makeover, but Ford’s efforts have earned the Expedition its first Best Buy Award right out of the gate. From powertrain and driving dynamics to technology and practicality, the 2018 Ford Expedition is the new class leader.
Luxury SUV/Crossover: 2018 Audi Q5
Audi’s compact luxury SUV has been the company’s best-selling vehicle for several years, but the new-for-2018 model has upped the Q5’s game. Larger, more luxurious and more powerful, the Q5 expands and improves on what Audi is known for, namely, a refined driving experience, tech-friendly cabin and stylish, elegant design.
Truck: 2018 Ford F-150
For four years straight, the Ford F-150 has taken the pickup truck honors in our Best Buy competition. And, for four years straight, nobody else has come close to toppling it. This year, Ford updated the styling, added a new base engine, expanded the availability of its excellent 10-speed automatic, and promises to add a turbodiesel to its lineup of engines later this year.
Minivan: 2018 Honda Odyssey
In our first review of the totally redesigned 2018 Honda Odyssey we called it the best family car in the world. After a thorough back-to-back evaluation alongside the other class leaders, we’re only more convinced. Money matters weigh heavily in our annual Best Buy Awards, and that’s where our resale value and 5-Year Cost to Own data once again played heavily in Honda’s favor.
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