Couple Donates Wedding Venue to Hurricane Hearts event to Raise Funds for Victims of Hurricanes Irma and Maria

November 3, 2017

MIAMI, Nov. 3, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Long Island couple Michael Posillico and Sheila Sullivan will forgo their wedding reception next Saturday and instead host the debut event of Hurricane Hearts, a movement dedicated to providing aid to those affected by Hurricanes Irma and Maria.

The couple decided to postpone their wedding following the devastation caused by the hurricanes in order to donate their venue at SLS Hotel South Beach toward humanitarian relief efforts being conducted through non-profit Global Empowerment Mission (GEM).

“Michael and I share a passion for helping others. We are blessed to have found the happiness we have and believe it is our responsibility to give back to those that have suffered such great loss,” said Sullivan.

“We felt that donating our wedding reception venue was an obvious opportunity to do some real good,” said Posillico. “Our hearts are connected in our passion to serve, which is why we decided to name this movement Hurricane Hearts. We know that GEM is making sure Irma and Maria victims get the aid they deserve, and Sheila and I are proud to have them partner in this event.”

The couple connected with GEM to ensure aid is delivered quickly and effectively, as GEM’s efforts currently are solely dedicated toward providing aid to victims of the back-to-back hurricanes in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean. Through GEM’s efforts, 10 million pounds of aid have been marshaled and approximately four million pounds of aid have been shipped out in the last month on 54 privately chartered planes.

Over 90-percent of the funds raised with Hurricane Hearts will go toward shipping costs to ensure aid is delivered most quickly to those in need.

The Hurricane Hearts launch event will be co-hosted by Michael Posillico and Sheila Sullivan along with GEM Founder Michael Capponi. Taking place at SLS Hotel South Beach, the evening will include a three-hour open bar. Music will be provided by Miami’s DJ Irie and celebrities including Robert Avellanet from Puerto Rican band Menudo will be in attendance.

The Hurricane Hearts fundraiser will be held between Clyde and the pool deck at SLS South Beach on Saturday, November 11^th, 2017 from 8:30 p.m. — 11:30 p.m. For more information or to purchase tickets visit https://hurricanehearts1111.com/. Tickets also may be purchased at the door.

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Pixar Pier Opens in Summer 2018 with New Incredicoaster, Inspired by ‘The Incredibles,’ at Disney California Adventure Park

November 2, 2017

PIXAR PIER (ANAHEIM, Calif.) -Summer 2018 will bring a transformed land when Pixar Pier opens for guests to experience at Disney California Adventure park, featuring the new Incredicoaster inspired by Disney•Pixar’s “The Incredibles.” This artist concept illustrates the four new neighborhoods that will represent beloved Pixar stories in this permanent land of Pixar Pier.

ANAHEIM, California, Nov. 2, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The wonderful worlds of Pixar will get a new home at Disney California Adventure Park when Pixar Pier opens in summer 2018, transforming the area that is now Paradise Pier with the thrilling, new Incredicoaster, four new imaginative neighborhoods, plus entertainment, themed food and beverage, and merchandise. Guests will experience Pixar stories and characters in incredible new ways on this seaside waterfront at the Disneyland Resort.

Pixar Pier, a permanent land along the southern shore of Paradise Bay, will debut during Pixar Fest, a limited-time event that begins April 13, 2018. As a new land, Pixar Pier will introduce the exciting new Incredicoaster plus four whimsical neighborhoods where guests step into beloved Pixar stories.

The first neighborhood is inspired by Disney·Pixar’s “The Incredibles” and it will open in summer 2018 with the Incredicoaster. Permanently transformed from the attraction that is now California Screamin’, Incredicoaster will invite guests into a mid-century-modern-style loading area where they board vehicles with a distinctive, new look. New character moments, new scenes and special effects, and an exciting musical score will connect the attraction’s story to Pixar’s “The Incredibles 2,” which opens in theaters June 14, 2018.

The neighborhood inspired by Disney•Pixar’s “Toy Story” will be developed around the popular Toy Story Mania! attraction. Another new neighborhood, inspired by Disney•Pixar’s “Inside Out,” will debut a new family-friendly attraction that’s scheduled to open at a later date.

A fourth new neighborhood will celebrate a collection of guest-favorite Pixar stories. Mickey’s Fun Wheel will be themed with a new look and each of the 24 gondolas will showcase a different Pixar character. The iconic face of Mickey Mouse will continue to beam happiness across the Paradise Bay side of the wheel. At the Games of the Boardwalk, which currently includes a game called Bullseye Stallion Stampede, guests will find that all the midway games will be inspired by Pixar characters. New games are expected to include characters from “A Bug’s Life,” “La Luna” and “WALL·E.”

The remaining areas of the original Paradise Pier – including Paradise Gardens, Silly Symphony Swings, Jumping Jellyfish, Goofy’s Sky School, Golden Zephyr and The Little Mermaid ~ Ariel’s Undersea Adventure – will become a new land called Paradise Park.

The opening of Pixar Pier will add to the fun of Pixar Fest, a celebration of friendship that begins April 13, 2018. Pixar Fest will include the new fireworks show, “Together Forever – A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular;” the return of “Pixar Play Parade,” appearing for the first time at Disneyland Park; the return of “Paint the Night,” performing this time at Disney California Adventure, and new elements added to each of those parades. In addition, guests will find friends from Disney•Pixar films, creatively themed food and beverage items and merchandise that’s exclusive to Pixar Fest.

All of these exciting changes add to the many existing experiences that feature Pixar characters and stories. These include Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters, Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage and Cars Land.

About the Disneyland Resort
The Disneyland Resort features two spectacular theme parks – Disneyland (the original Disney theme park) and Disney California Adventure Park – plus three hotels and the Downtown Disney District, comprising unique dining, entertainment and shopping experiences. The Resort’s hotels are the luxurious, 948-room Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, which also features 50 two-bedroom equivalent Disney Vacation Club units; the magical, 973-room Disneyland Hotel – both AAA Four Diamond properties – and the 481-room Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel with its “day-at-the-beach” theme. For information on attractions and vacations at the Disneyland Resort, visit Disneyland.com, call (866) 43-DISNEY or contact local travel agents. Located in Anaheim, Calif., the Disneyland Resort opened July 17, 1955. Open daily, yearround.

About Pixar Animation Studios
Pixar Animation Studios, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, is an Academy Award®-winning film studio with world-renowned technical, creative and production capabilities in the art of computer animation. The Northern California studio has created some of the most successful and beloved animated films of all time, including “Toy Story,” “Monsters, Inc.,” “Cars,” “The Incredibles,” “Ratatouille,” “WALL•E,” “Up,” “Toy Story 3,” “Brave,” and “Inside Out.” Its movies have won 32 Academy Awards® and have grossed more than $10 billion at the worldwide box office to date. “Coco,” Pixar’s 19th feature, opens in theaters on November 22, 2017.

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Emmy Award-Winning Physician And Talk Show Host ‘Doctor Nandi’ Set To Join The HITN TV Family

November 2, 2017

‘Doctor Nandi’, will now be included in HITN’s ‘Vida y Salud TV’ program block

BROOKLYN, N.Y., Nov. 2, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — HITN, the largest non-commercial Hispanic network in the United States that offers educational and entertaining content to more than 44 million households across the United States, announced the addition of ‘Doctor Nandi’ to its ‘Vida y Salud Television’ program block, a unique space devoted to improving the health of the US Hispanic community.

‘Doctor Nandi’ will broadcast with Spanish subtitles weekdays at 3:00 p.m. Eastern / 11:00 a.m. Pacific starting next Monday, November 6^th.

‘Doctor Nandi’ is an award-winning, hour-long talk show created and hosted by Doctor Nandi, the charismatic physician with a mission to improve the health of America and the world with compassion, empathy and integrity. During the show, the physician will interview special guests, asking them insightful questions that promote a discussion about health topics as varied as prostate cancer, breast cancer treatment and senior care.

“‘Doctor Nandi’ is an International Emmy Award-winning program that helps audiences identify health problems, offering viewers and their families practical and realistic solutions to conditions common among the US Hispanic community,” remarked Erika Vogt-Lowell, Director of Programming and Acquisitions at HITN. “Doctor Nandi’s approach to discussing wellness, fitness, and nutrition by incorporating compassion with a sense of community makes his show a perfect fit for the ‘Vida y Salud Television’ program block.”

“Having access to the right information at the right time is very important, and we at HITN are certain the addition of ‘Doctor Nandi’ to our ‘Vida y Salud’ program block will continue to inspire our viewers to adopt healthy habits that improve their health and general wellbeing,” added Michael D. Nieves, President and CEO of HITN.

“I am excited to collaborate on this project with HITN and to reach millions of Spanish-speakers in the United States, inspiring them to become their own ‘#HealthHeroes,'” Doctor Nandi said. “Prevention is the most effective way to combat many of the health problems common among Hispanics, including obesity and diabetes, and it starts with modifying nutrition and lifestyle habits.”

HITN‘s ‘Vida y Salud Television’ is a health and wellness program block designed to be informative programming for US Hispanics. Vida y Salud Television‘ is committed to helping its viewers adopt healthy habits that will result in a healthier lifestyle. In addition, HITN offers a wide range of content online on its VidaySalud.TV Website where viewers can sign up for free personalized health bulletins via email and links to VidaySalud.com’s extensive library of medical topics, as well as special live events.

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

ABOUT DOCTOR NANDI

Doctor Nandi is the creator and host of the International Emmy Award-winning show ‘Ask Dr. Nandi,’ which reaches millions of homes in the US and 90 other countries, and the best-selling author of Ask Dr Nandi: 5 Steps to Becoming Your Own #HealthHero for Longevity, Well-Being, and a Joyful Life.

As a child, Doctor Nandi immigrated with his family to the US from India. After many years of hard work and dedication, he achieved his dream of becoming a doctor and a self-proclaimed ‘Health Hero.’ Since then, he has worked tirelessly to inspire patients and medical professionals to reach their goals and put into practice the best medical care.

A contributor to top medical publications, Doctor Nandi has been an invited speaker for the World Health Organization and worked with the Ministries of Health of India and Jamaica. He graduated with honors in medicine from Wayne State University and has worked as a gastroenterologist for more than 20 years in Detroit, Michigan, where he lives with his family.

ABOUT HITN

HITN-TV is the largest non-commercial Hispanic network in the United States, offering 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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¡Vive Tu Vida! Get Up! Get Moving!® Brings Needed Services and Day of Family Fun to Dallas

November 2, 2017

DALLAS, Nov. 2, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — On Saturday, November 4, 2017, the National Alliance for Hispanic Health and The Concilio present the 11th Annual ¡Vive tu vida! Get Up! Get Moving!^®Dallas event at W. W. Samuell High School. The event promotes Hispanic family physical activity and good nutrition for better health and wellness for the whole family.

“For eleven years ¡Vive tu vida! Get Up! Get Moving!, has provided nutrition education, free health screenings and wellness activities to communities across the nation,” said Dr. Jane L. Delgado, President and CEO of the National Alliance for Hispanic Health, the nation’s leading Hispanic health advocacy group. “We are grateful and proud of the work and energy of all our partners and hundreds of volunteers that make these events such a success and celebration of family, culture, and health.”

A special feature of this year’s event will be the participation of the All of Us Journey, a hands-on experience to build awareness and excitement about the All of Us Research Program, supported by the National Institutes of Health. Through a 37-week national tour, this traveling exhibit actively engages community members to join this landmark research project that may accelerate research and improve health for future generations.

“The Concilio is once again honored to have partnered with the Alliance to implement ¡Vive tu vida! Get Up! Get Moving!^® in Dallas,” said Florencia Velasco Fortner, President and CEO of The Concilio. “This year we are teaming up with the Southeast Chamber of Commerce and the City of Dallas to serve even more families in partnership with Grovefest.”

What:

Health Screenings*: Cholesterol, Glucose, Blood Pressure, Flu Shots, Dental and more!
Fitness: Zumba, Yoga, and Obstacle Courses
Health Information: Information on Nutrition and Community Resources
Nutrition: Fresh fruits and healthy snacks available, along with educational resources
Family fun: Music, Dancing, School Performances, and more!

Where: W. W. Samuell High School, 8928 Palisade Drive – Dallas, TX 75217
When: Saturday, November 4, 2017 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Cost: FREE!

This event is also hosted by the Kiwanis Club of Pleasant Grove, T.C. Broadnax, Dallas City Manager and Hon. Rickey D. Callahan from District 5. “Together we hope to address the health disparities in Pleasant Grove and bring together the entire community for a fun, active day. ¡Vive tu vida! Get Up! Get Moving! has helped over 18,000 people in Dallas through the years. Our families need many resources; this event will bring families together to make health a priority,” said Velasco Fortner.

“On behalf of your Southeast Dallas representative and the collaboration from all, I welcome you to join in the fun, receive important health information and take advantage of the medical screenings being offered during this wonderful community event,” said Rickey D. Callahan, City of Dallas Council Member, District 5.”

“The National Alliance for Hispanic Health has a longstanding commitment to help create healthier communities. We are proud to contribute to their efforts through our continuing support of ¡Vive tu vida! Get Up! Get Moving! events,” said Robert Forrester, President and CEO of Newman’s Own Foundation. The Foundation is marking its 8^th year as a national sponsor of the ¡Vive tu vida! Get Up! Get Moving! event series.

The events are also supported nationally by the Healthy Americas Foundation. This is the 11^th anniversary of the ¡Vive tu vida! Get Up! Get Moving! event series that in its first decade has been attended by over 175,000 people and provided over 85,000 free health screenings.

*Health screenings are on a first come, first serve basis and only available between 10am -2:30pm unless otherwise noted. Mammogram screenings by appointment only. Some restrictions apply.

About the National Alliance for Hispanic Health (the Alliance) – The Alliance is the nation’s foremost science-based source of information and trusted non-partisan advocate for the best health outcomes for all. The Alliance represents thousands of Hispanic health providers across the nation providing services to more than 15 million each year. For more information, visit http://www.healthyamericas.org or call the Alliance’s Su Familia National Hispanic Family Health Helpline at 1-866-783-2645.

About The Concilio
The Concilio is a grassroots organization that empowers parents and has served North Texas since 1981. The results-driven nonprofit offers turn-key programs that improve educational attainment and access to equitable healthcare. The Concilio helps families overcome obstacles and unfavorable conditions that interfere with their health and education, serving thousands of families each year. For more information, call (214) 818-0481 or visit www.theconcilio.org.

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World’s Largest Meeting of Eye Physicians and Surgeons Kicks Off in New Orleans

November 2, 2017

NEW ORLEANS, Nov. 1, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Next week, thousands of eye physicians and surgeons will attend AAO 2017, the American Academy of Ophthalmology’s 121st annual meeting. The meeting delivers opportunities to hear from the greatest minds in medical and surgical eye care discuss the latest scientific breakthroughs in vision treatment and research. This global ophthalmology conference takes place Nov.11-14 at The Ernest N. Morial Convention in New Orleans.

More than 25,000 are expected to attend the Academy’s annual meeting, making it one of the largest medical meetings in the United States. It features more than 350 instruction courses, more than 100 hours of lectures and discussions on cutting-edge science and new ideas in practice management, seven subspecialty meetings, and 535 exhibitors showcasing the latest pharmaceuticals, devices, and technologies for improving patient care.

Highlights include:

CMS Administrator to Give Keynote Address
Seema Verma, administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, will give the keynote address at 9 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 12. In one of her first major speeches, Ms. Verma will give attendees a frontline account of federal efforts to improve the U.S. health care system.

Blind New Orleans Musician Explores the Nature of “Seeing” in Keynote Lecture
An eight-time W.C. Handy “Best Blues Instrumentalist – Piano” award nominee, Henry Butler knows no limitations. Blinded by glaucoma since birth, and composing and performing since age 12, Butler is also a world-class photographer. Mr. Butler will deliver the Michael F. Marmor Lecture in Ophthalmology and the Arts: One Man’s Vision, at 9:28 a.m., Sunday, Nov. 12. The New Orleans native’s work has been displayed at exhibitions throughout the United States.

World-Renowned Leader in Inherited Eye Disease to Receive Academy’s Highest Honor
The Academy will present Irene Maumenee, M.D., with its highest honor, the 2017 Laureate Recognition Award, for her seminal work in the rapidly advancing field of ophthalmic genetics. She has devoted her life work to understanding and teaching of genetic eye diseases. Dr. Maumenee’s insights have contributed significantly to the development of the first effective gene therapy for inherited retinal disease.

Harnessing the Power of Big Data to Improve Patient Care
What happens when big data meets ophthalmology’s innovators? Find out at the symposium, The Value of the IRIS Registry: What we can learn from 100 Million Patient Records, at 12:15 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 11. The Academy launched the IRIS^®Registry (Intelligent Research in Sight) in New Orleans in 2014. It’s now the largest specialty-based clinical data registry in all of medicine, with more than 41.2 million unique patients in its database, representing 166.2 million patient visits. The IRIS Registry was the source of data for several recently published studies.

New Details on the Promise of Stem Cell and Gene Therapies to Prevent Blindness
On Tuesday, Nov. 14, two papers will offer new details on possible treatments for diseases that currently have no treatment options, inherited retinal disease and dry age-related macular degeneration.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is expected to approve within the next two months, a first-of-its-kind gene therapy that could restore vision to people with a rare degenerative condition that leads to blindness. Get an update from the lead researcher at 10:15 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 14.

Macular degeneration is the leading cause of severe, irreversible vision loss in people over age 60. Currently, there is no effective treatment for late-stage or advanced dry AMD. However, some studies show stem-cell therapy is a promising new approach. Attend an update from leading researchers at 10:39 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 14.

Strategies for Preventing Physician Burnout
Physician suicide has increased to about 400 a year – twice the rate of the general population. Ophthalmologists, who have traditionally been among the happiest medical specialists, are now experiencing burnout rates of 43 percent. A symposium will examine the causes of physician burnout found in major published peer-reviewed literature. Michael Lumpkin, a professor of biochemistry and molecular and cellular biology at Georgetown University, will guide the audience in how to practice mindfulness and other coping strategies. Dr. Lumpkin teaches both medical students and lay audiences about stress and the diseases it can cause. Physician Wellness starts at 8:30 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 13.

Ophthalmologists Make Progress in Hurricane Preparedness
A special session at 12:45 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 12 will feature ophthalmologists discussing what they learned from the recent hurricanes, as well as Hurricane Katrina. These physicians were on the front lines, mobilizing vital eye care services at temporary shelters. Although governments agencies at the local and national level have addressed disaster relief planning, ophthalmology resources are less well developed. Amy Coburn, M.D., of Houston Methodist Hospital, will share an ophthalmic disaster response action plan that can be customized for cities across the nation. This press conference starts at 8:30 a.m., Monday, Nov. 13.

“The annual meeting of the American Academy of Ophthalmology continues to evolve to meet the needs of our global community of eye physicians and surgeons,” said Maria M. Aaron, M.D., Secretary for the Annual Meeting. “There is no other conference in the world that provides the breadth and depth of clinical education, research, and practice management advancements that continue to advance our specialty and help physicians navigate their practice and improve the quality of care they provide to patients each day. The Academy is focused on continuing to innovate to ensure that AAO 2017 is the place where all of ophthalmology meets.”

Registration remains open to credentialed members of the media. Learn more at www.aao.org/newsroom/annual-meeting-for-media. For more information about the meeting, visit www.aao.org/annual-meeting.

A searchable program is available at www.aao.org/mobile. Selected hours of educational content will be streamed live Nov.11-4. Learn more and sign up at www.aao.org/virtual-meeting.

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.

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Odyssey Media’s IN THE BLACK Tour Offers Free Admission To Houston Small Business Owners And Aspiring Entrepreneurs Post Hurricane Harvey

November 2, 2017

HOUSTON, Nov. 2, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Odyssey Media, a leading brand in the empowerment of multicultural women, hosts IN THE BLACK, the high-octane event that provides a unique environment for multicultural women to share insights, discover business strategies and build relationships. More than 5,000 women have participated in previous IN THE BLACK programs in over 20 cities.

Over 150 women will attend the IN THE BLACK Houston event on Nov. 10 for free, thanks to the generosity of The Coca-Cola Company’s 5by20 program, developed to enable the economic empowerment of 5 million women entrepreneurs worldwide by 2020.

“We know that women are the pillars of our communities. We strongly believe in investing in women to foster economic growth and sustainable development,” said Lori George Billingsley, Vice President of Community Connections at The Coca-Cola Company. “We are proud to support women entrepreneurs by partnering with Odyssey Media’s In The Black Tour, a program that empowers women to build businesses, support their families and shape their communities.”

In a Sept. 2, Business Insider article, Houston business owners expressed that their small businesses, which make up 99% of Houston’s companies, face a long road of restoration after Hurricane Harvey. According to the article, many lack large cash revenues and are suffering from having to shut down temporarily or permanently due to extensive damages.

Linda Spradley Dunn, CEO and Founder of Odyssey Media is quoted saying, “Harvey has been especially difficult for Black and Latina small business owners and it has discouraged many who wanted to start a business. Our sisters need us, and we’ll be there! We will customize the program and focus on where women can get immediate help, as well as how other Odyssey Women around the world can pitch in.”

Earlier this year, Spradley Dunn launched “Keys to Success,” a $25,000 pitch competition designed to help female, small-business owners get access to capital. Ironically, the winner was Houston’s own Kim Roxie, Founder of LAMIK Beauty. Roxie will speak at the Nov. 10 event.

Featured speakers include: Denise Hamilton, CEO of Watch Her Work; Melanie Elturk, Founder of Haute Hijab; Sharmeen Hawkins, businesswoman who owns over 15 franchises; Mikki Taylor, author and Essence Editor-at-large; Kelli Fisher and Tana Gilmore, “The Matchmaking DUO,” and Lisa Price, Founder of Carol’s Daughter.

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Radical and Rapid 2018 Honda Civic Type R Goes On Sale

November 2, 2017

TORRANCE, California, Nov. 2, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — After a blazing but abbreviated first model year, the Civic Type R accelerates into 2018 today following the June launch of the limited production run 2017 model. The first Civic Type R Honda ever sold in America, this hottest of hot hatchbacks has been widely praised for its dynamic poise and track prowess. The Civic Type R returns for 2018 with a Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $34,100 (excluding $890 destination and other charges).

With a peak output of 306 horsepower (SAE net) and 295 lb.-ft. of torque (SAE net) from its muscular 2.0-liter DOHC direct-injected VTEC Turbo^® engine, the Civic

Type R is the most powerful Honda ever sold in America. As before, the 2018 Type R is available in one fully equipped trim with a short-throw 6-speed manual transmission, limited slip differential, Adaptive Damper System and an ingenious dual-axis strut front suspension design that virtually eliminates torque steer.

2018 Civic Type R Pricing and EPA Fuel Economy Ratings

Trim	MSRP¹	MSRP¹ Including $890 Destination Charge	EPA MPG Rating² (city/highway/combined)
Civic Type R	$34,100	$34,990	22 / 28 / 25

The Honda Civic Type R’s Adaptive Damper System continually adjusts damping force at all four corners and is tied into the Three-Mode Driving System with COMFORT, SPORT and track-focused +R modes. The system modifies damper and throttle response along with steering assist, in accordance with the driver’s chosen setting.

Similar to many Civic trims, the 2018 Honda Civic Type R incorporates advanced in-vehicle connectivity and technologies as standard features. These features include Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ compatibility, Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™ with Voice Recognition and more, offering drivers a comfortable and convenient in-vehicle experience.

Along with the in-vehicle connectivity features, the 2018 Civic Type R is also equipped with advanced safety features, including Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA^®) with Traction Control, Advanced 4-Channel ABS, Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist, a multi-angle rearview camera with guidelines, and an Indirect Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).

The 2018 Civic Type R for the U.S. market is produced exclusively in Honda’s Swindon, UK plant with the engine produced in Anna, Ohio, using domestic and globally-sourced parts.

Additional media information including high-resolution photography of the Honda Civic Type R is available at http://hondanews.com/honda-automobiles/channels/civic-type-r. Consumer information is available at http://www.automobiles.honda.com/civic-type-r. To join the Civic Type R community on Facebook, please visit facebook.com/hondacivic.

About Honda
Honda offers a full line of reliable, fuel-efficient and fun-to-drive vehicles with advanced safety technologies sold through over 1,000 independent U.S. Honda dealers. The Honda lineup includes the Fit, Civic, Accord and Clarity series passenger cars, along with the HR-V, CR-V and Pilot sport/utility vehicles, the Ridgeline pickup and the Odyssey minivan.

Honda has been producing automobiles in America for 35 years and currently operates 19 major manufacturing facilities in North America. In 2016, more than 95% of all Honda and Acura vehicles sold in the U.S. were made in North America, using domestic and globally sourced parts.

¹ MSRP (Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price) excluding tax, license, registration, $890 destination charge and options. Dealer prices may vary.
² 2018 EPA fuel-economy ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions and other factors.

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(Español) Kidde retira del mercado extintores de incendios con mango de plástico debido a fallas en la descarga y desprendimientos de las boquillas rociadoras: una muerte reportada

November 2, 2017

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San Antonio Designated ‘Creative City of Gastronomy’ by UNESCO

November 2, 2017

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SAN ANTONIO, Nov. 1, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — On Tuesday, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) designated San Antonio a Creative City of Gastronomy, making the city part of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN). San Antonio is only the second city in the U.S. to earn this distinction, and the first in Texas.

San Antonio’s culinary heritage is significant for its confluence of many world cultures such as Mexican, Spanish, German and French, as well its geology and geography.

Drawn to San Antonio’s river running between the coastal plains and hill country, for 13,000 years indigenous people foraged roots, harvested pecans and hunted game. Trails and river ways brought trade with other groups who introduced gulf coast game. In the 1700s, Spanish colonists and Canary Islanders introduced new traditions and tastes. Other new flavors, spices and ingredients from Europe, Asia and Africa came with German and other European settlers in the 1800s.

Today the city’s culinary scene has since blossomed in its richness, with chefs honoring and celebrating its culinary heritage through preservation and innovation. Beyond the famous River Walk and historic walls of The Alamo, San Antonio’s culinary scene has historically been firmed planted in blends of Tex-Mex, but has now progressed to “Tex-Next.”

As a gateway to Latin America, San Antonio is uniquely positioned to showcase and celebrate the richness of this cuisine. The third campus of the prestigious Culinary Institute of America (CIA) is located in San Antonio. Dedicated to the foundations of culinary instruction as well as specializations in Latin cuisine, this campus takes advantage of San Antonio’s cultural influences and access to indigenous ingredients. The CIA campus is located at Pearl, a 22-acre indie food haven in a repurposed German brewery built in 1883. With 18 concepts, including a robust weekend farmers market and the city’s first food hall, Pearl is a destination onto itself.

UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network promotes international cooperation and encourages the sharing of experiences and resources to promote local development through culture and creativity. The local food movement and enthusiasm for sustainable programs spurred the dramatic evolution of San Antonio’s culinary landscape and inspired a comprehensive effort to apply for the UNESCO designation in June 2017.

San Antonio’s officials on the designation:

“This designation is a great honor for San Antonio,” San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg said. “As a Creative City of Gastronomy, we will seek to strengthen and expand international connections, share our culinary arts and heritage globally and introduce San Antonio as an international culinary destination. We look forward to actively participating in the Network, which is aligned with our dedication to sustainable and equitable urban planning.”

“Travelers are increasingly seeking a destination with a robust culinary scene as a way to really get to know the heart of a city,” said Casandra Matej, President & CEO of Visit San Antonio. “The UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy designation confirms what millions of visitors have known all along—San Antonio’s cuisine is truly unique and authentic to our region.”

“One of San Antonio’s most important identities comes from its deep culinary traditions which began with the innovative agricultural techniques of the Native American peoples who lived here for thousands of years,” said Richard Perez, San Antonio Chamber of Commerce President and CEO. “These have evolved and mixed with many others to create a unique and burgeoning food scene. The San Antonio Chamber is honored to have been part of the UNESCO Creative City application process, and we are eager to learn from and share information with other Creative Cities on a global level to enhance the culinary arts.”

“This is an exciting time for the culinary arts in San Antonio—the designation reinforces the creativity and hard work of every individual who participates in and supports the local culinary community and the philanthropy of so many groups, like the Chef Cooperatives and our chapter of Les Dames D’Escoffier,” Chef Johnny Hernandez of Grupo La Gloria said. “From showcasing our culinary heritage to sharing local innovations and leading the way with San Antonio’s brand of culinary diplomacy, the opportunities afforded us as a City of Gastronomy are all reasons for San Antonio to celebrate today.”

“The international bonds San Antonio solidified as a World Heritage Site are invaluable to us as a community and growing city,” District 3 City Councilwoman Rebecca Viagran said. “Becoming a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy will serve as another catalyst that encourages equity and more opportunity to protect and promote our local cultural assets at home and on the global stage.” Viagran’s district is home to four of the five San Antonio Missions that comprise a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The UCCN covers seven thematic areas: Craft and Folk Arts, Design, Film, Gastronomy, Literature, Media Arts and Music. UNESCO announced this week that 64 cities have joined the Creative Cities Network. The UCCN is now comprised of a total of 180 cities from 72 countries.

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About Visit San Antonio:
Visit San Antonio is a 501(c)6, and serves as the sales and marketing arm of San Antonio as a leading leisure and meetings destination. San Antonio welcomes 20.9 million overnight leisure visitors annually. Hospitality is one of the top five industries in the city, contributing $13.6 billion into the local economy and employing more than 130,000. More information about Visit San Antonio can be found at visitsanantonio.com.

San Antonio: America’s 21st Century City
San Antonio is a global city with a dynamic economy and workforce, a deep cultural heritage and diverse communities that are resilient and welcoming. It is one of the strongest fiscally managed cities in the country with a vibrant business climate and a ‘AAA’ general obligation bond rating from all three major rating agencies. San Antonio is a city that nurtures entrepreneurship, encourages investment and funds infrastructure. America’s seventh-largest city offers growth opportunities in bioscience, financial services, aerospace, cybersecurity, energy, transportation, manufacturing and healthcare. In 2015, UNESCO designated San Antonio’s 18th century Spanish colonial missions as a World Heritage Site – the first in Texas. Proudly called Military City, USA®, San Antonio is home to one of the largest populations of active duty military, veterans and crucial military commands. In 2018, the city will celebrate its 300th anniversary, honoring its rich past and a bright future focused on innovation and livability. For more information, visit www.sanantonio.gov.

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