Chronicled Completes Technical Pilot Demonstrating Cryptographic Anonymous Transfer of SGTINs for Supply Chain Applications

August 1, 2017

SAN FRANCISCO, July 31, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Chronicled, Inc. today announced the completion of a technical pilot demonstrating a cryptographic method of anonymously transferring a Serialized Global Trade Item Number (SGTIN). SGTINs identify individual items as they move through multi-stage supply chains, which can often involve multiple custodians and geographic locations. Using an applied cryptographic verification model known as Zero Knowledge Succinct Non-Interactive Argument of Knowledge (zk-SNARK) developed by University researchers at UC Berkeley and MIT, the pilot allows multiple independent parties to verify an object’s identity and provenance without directly interacting with one another or a centralized database. This enables secure and anonymous transfer of possession and/or ownership of SGTINs within multi-party supply chains.

In addition to removing trust barriers and multi-party friction and bottlenecks, Chronicled’s technical pilot represents the first step towards full prevention and elimination of the entry of counterfeit products and components into the supply chain. Within the cryptographic framework of the pilot, an SGTIN can be in the possession of only a single trading partner at any given time. Any duplication will alert the network to the existence and location of a counterfeit asset.

The first market vertical that Chronicled is tackling with the methodology — in partnership with The LinkLab — is the pharmaceutical supply chain. An FDA regulatory regime called the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) calls for full end-to-end track and trace of pharma products by 2023 on an interoperable platform. However, under conventional approaches, the pharmaceutical industry fears the leakage of sensitive business intelligence that could tip-off their trading and financing partners about purchasing patterns and business volumes.

“Our team has been working hard on this key privacy issue, and as a result Chronicled is now the first to successfully demonstrate this cryptographically secure method of anonymous physical asset identity transfer,” said Chronicled CEO, Ryan Orr. “As an immediate next step, we plan to continue to work with industry partners to implement current supply chain workflows using this technology while optimizing for volume, aggregation, returns, recalls, and performance considerations.”

“This is the first step in a longer-term plan to fundamentally improve the way assets move through supply chains by using blockchain technology to immutably track the provenance of any object with an SGTIN,” said Chronicled CTO, Maurizio Greco.

Data written to a blockchain are transparent and immutable and do not rely on central databases or human intermediaries. Because of this, the zk-SNARK methodology is not susceptible to human error or conventional hacking. The framework piloted by Chronicled prevents any leakage of company identity, shipment information, and transaction volumes and makes the usage of a blockchain ledger resistant to unwanted usage or analysis of data by an industry analyst or malicious third party. Associated smart contracts allow a regulator to fully and reliably audit the provenance of an asset after the fact, without the need for prior knowledge, continuous monitoring, or the need for trust in the various organizations operating within the supply chain.

“In early August, Chronicled will host a clean-room session with three experts in the field of applied cryptography to verify the robustness of the technical method and publish independent assessments in a public forum,” said Chronicled Engineer Maksym Petkus.

While the initial pilot is being implemented using a Parity client on Ethereum, it is compatible with other blockchain systems, including Quorum and Hyperledger, which Chronicled also supports. When fully implemented, the system is expected to represent a major step towards eliminating much of the friction that exists under present regulatory and trade regimes, as data privacy is afforded while at the same time the record of custody and provenance is immutably and cryptographically secured. This unique solution to solving the competing requirements of full privacy, and also item level provenance when requested by a regulator, will represent a major move toward digitalization, trust, and interoperability in global trade flows.

More broadly, the pilot lays the foundation for the implementation of secure, automated business practices on blockchain systems. Follow-on use cases might include IoT-based verification of physical custody of a physical shipment as a precursor to being able to transfer custody of an SGTIN to the next trading partner in the chain; or, immediate, secure fulfillment of contractual obligations, including, for example, automated payment upon delivery of a shipment.

About Chronicled
Based in San Francisco, Chronicled is a technology company leveraging blockchain and IoT to power smart, secure supply chain solutions. Chronicled secures IoT device identities, data, and event logs and automates IoT-dependent business logic through smart contracts. Chronicled is also a founding member of the Trusted IoT Alliance, with the mission of creating open source tools and standards to connect IoT and blockchain ecosystems to deliver business value.

About The LinkLab
The LinkLab is a unique supply chain consulting group founded to provide life science companies guidance and support to meet world-wide serialization regulations. With deadlines fast approaching, we work to provide companies with innovative approaches to ensure gaps are identified, timelines are met, and business value is realized. The LinkLab formed from observing the Pharma industry’s progression in establishing electronic management of prescription medicines and seeing a need for improvements. With experience going back to 2008 in planning for California’s ePedigree law, The LinkLab principals have, for the last four years, focused on projects which support the packaging, distribution, and commercial requirements of serializing prescription medicines. To learn more, visit http://www.thelinklab.com/.

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Strong Sales of Core Models Drive American Honda July 2017 Auto Sales

August 1, 2017

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Honda Civic set a new sales record in July, gaining 11.3 percent on sales of 36,683, helping to cement its place as the top selling car in America.

TORRANCE, Calif., Aug. 1, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — American Honda Motor Co., Inc. today reported total July sales of 150,980 Honda and Acura vehicles, driven by the success of core models even as tight supplies of certain products contributed to a slight decrease of 1.2 percent vs. July 2016. Combined sales of Honda and Acura cars were up 1.9 percent on sales of 76,468, while combined trucks decreased 4.2 percent on sales of 74,512. Total Honda Division sales decreased 1.7 percent on sales of 136,803. Honda Division cars gained 2.8 percent with 72,557 vehicles sold in July, and Honda trucks were down 6.2 percent on sales of 64,246 units due mostly to limited inventory. Acura Division sales were up 3.7 percent in July on sales of 14,177 vehicles, with trucks rising 11.3 percent on sales of 10,266 for a new July record, and cars down by 12.2 percent on sales of 3,911 units.

Honda
Well-balanced sales of both cars and trucks were a familiar theme for the Honda Division in July. Despite tight supplies of Odyssey and certain CR-V, Pilot and Ridgeline models, Honda truck sales managed a solid showing against a record July 2016, with HR-V having its best month ever and CR-V surpassing 30,000 units for the month. Civic and Accord continued to show strength with sales above 30,000 units, with the hot new Civic Type R and Si variants bringing renewed energy to the showroom, helping overall Civic sales to a new July record.

HR-V set a new all-time monthly record, gaining 32.3 percent on sales of 9,779.
Civic sales reached 36,683 for a new July record, rising 11.3 percent for the month.
Accord continued to show strength in July, surpassing 30K sales for the month.

“Honda is the outlier in the industry in that we see solid demand for our products rather than demand for incentives to buy them,” said Jeff Conrad, senior vice president of the Automobile Division of American Honda. “With models like Civic, Accord, CR-V, HR-V and Odyssey, each number one in their segments in retail sales for the first half of 2017, our position continues to get stronger.”

Acura
Gateway models drove Acura’s success in July, with RDX setting a new July mark to lift Acura trucks to a new record for the month, and ILX gaining 10 percent for the month as Acura’s gateway sports sedan showed a second consecutive monthly increase. TLX continued to sell well in July with the A-Spec model drawing showroom interest, but tight supplies due to strong sales the past two months limited total TLX sales in July.

Acura trucks set new July mark, gaining 11.3 percent on sales of 10,266 vehicles.
RDX sales set a new July record with a 28.2 percent gain on sales of 5,539.
ILX sales rose for the second straight month, up 10.1 percent in July on sales of 1,322 units.

“In the face of increased fleet sales in the luxury market we continue to focus on the growing momentum of the Acura brand with retail customers,” said Jon Ikeda, vice president & general manager of the Acura division. “We’re excited with the drawing power of our products and the sales success of our gateway models to millennial buyers shows that our product and marketing direction is beginning to pay dividends.”

	American Honda Vehicle Sales for July 2017
						Month-to-Date				Year-to-Date
						July 2017	July 2016	DSR** % Change	MoM % Change	July 2017	July 2016	DSR** % Change	YoY % Change
	American Honda Total					150,980	152,799	2.8%	-1.2%	942,866	945,154	0.3%	-0.2%
	Total Car Sales					76,468	75,059	6.0%	1.9%	464,535	490,994	-4.9%	-5.4%
	Total Truck Sales					74,512	77,740	-0.3%	-4.2%	478,331	454,160	5.9%	5.3%
	Honda Total Car Sales					72,557	70,607	6.9%	2.8%	435,577	458,439	-4.5%	-5.0%
	Honda Total Truck Sales					64,246	68,518	-2.5%	-6.2%	419,241	394,047	7.0%	6.4%
	Acura Total Car Sales					3,911	4,452	-8.6%	-12.2%	28,958	32,555	-10.5%	-11.0%
	Acura Total Truck Sales					10,266	9,222	15.8%	11.3%	59,090	60,113	-1.1%	-1.7%
	Total Domestic Car Sales					65,976	69,017	-0.6%	-4.4%	382,502	457,685	-16.0%	-16.4%
				Honda Division		62,129	64,671	-0.1%	-3.9%	354,163	425,966	-16.4%	-16.9%
				Acura Division		3,847	4,346	-7.9%	-11.5%	28,339	31,719	-10.2%	-10.7%
	Total Domestic Truck Sales					74,512	77,740	-0.3%	-4.2%	478,331	454,160	5.9%	5.3%
				Honda Division		64,246	68,518	-2.5%	-6.2%	419,241	394,047	7.0%	6.4%
				Acura Division		10,266	9,222	15.8%	11.3%	59,090	60,113	-1.1%	-1.7%
	Total Import Car Sales					10,492	6,042	80.6%	73.7%	82,033	33,309	147.7%	146.3%
				Honda Division		10,428	5,936	82.7%	75.7%	81,414	32,473	152.1%	150.7%
				Acura Division		64	106	-37.2%	-39.6%	619	836	-25.5%	-26.0%
	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					136,803	139,125	2.3%	-1.7%	854,818	852,486	0.8%	0.3%
		* ACCORD				30,903	31,946	0.6%	-3.3%	190,994	201,300	-4.6%	-5.1%
		* CIVIC				36,683	32,952	15.8%	11.3%	212,446	222,792	-4.1%	-4.6%
		CLARITY BEV				34	0	0.0%	0.0%	34	0	0.0%	0.0%
		CLARITY FCV				82	0	0.0%	0.0%	376	0	0.0%	0.0%
		CR-Z				50	272	-80.9%	-81.6%	598	1,477	-59.3%	-59.5%
		* FIT				4,804	5,432	-8.0%	-11.6%	31,126	32,817	-4.6%	-5.2%
		INSIGHT				1	5	-79.2%	-80.0%	3	53	-94.3%	-94.3%

		CROSSTOUR				1	11	-90.5%	-90.9%	5	713	-99.3%	-99.3%
		* CR-V				31,761	36,017	-8.3%	-11.8%	219,017	195,092	12.9%	12.3%
		HR-V				9,779	7,394	37.5%	32.3%	56,407	43,837	29.4%	28.7%
		ODYSSEY				10,134	11,228	-6.1%	-9.7%	58,290	75,889	-22.8%	-23.2%
		PILOT				9,985	10,350	0.3%	-3.5%	64,340	72,524	-10.8%	-11.3%
		RIDGELINE				2,586	3,518	-23.6%	-26.5%	21,182	5,992	255.5%	253.5%

			***		Memo: Accord FHEV	2,007	565	269.4%	255.2%	12,990	830	1,473.9%	1,465.1%
					Memo: Civic Hybrid	2	60	-96.5%	-96.7%	58	767	-92.4%	-92.4%
	Acura Division Total					14,177	13,674	7.8%	3.7%	88,048	92,668	-4.4%	-5.0%
		ILX				1,322	1,201	14.5%	10.1%	6,471	9,659	-32.6%	-33.0%
		NSX				30	21	48.6%	42.9%	308	23	1,246.7%	1,239.1%
		RLX / RL				64	106	-37.2%	-39.6%	619	833	-25.3%	-25.7%
		TLX				2,495	3,124	-16.9%	-20.1%	21,560	22,037	-1.6%	-2.2%
		TSX				0	0	0.0%	0.0%	0	3	-100.0%	-100.0%

		MDX				4,727	4,902	0.3%	-3.6%	28,282	29,517	-3.6%	-4.2%
		RDX				5,539	4,320	33.3%	28.2%	30,808	30,596	1.3%	0.7%

			***		Memo: ILX Hybrid	0	0	0.0%	0.0%	0	1	-100.0%	-100.0%
					Memo: RLX Hybrid	10	11	-5.5%	-9.1%	130	115	13.7%	13.0%
					Memo: MDX Hybrid	251	0	0.0%	0.0%	619	0	0.0%	0.0%
	Selling Days					25	26			177	178
	**** Hybrid					2,351	934	161.8%	151.7%	14,706	3,266	352.8%	350.3%

	* 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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2017 Honda Clarity Electric Begins Arriving at California and Oregon Dealerships Today

August 1, 2017

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The 2017 Honda Clarity Electric begins arriving at California and Oregon dealerships today.

TORRANCE, Calif., Aug. 1, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Honda today announced the arrival of the 2017 Honda Clarity Electric sedan at select dealerships in California and Oregon. With a competitive introductory lease price of $269 (plus tax) a month for 36 months, the lease terms include an attractive allowance of 20,000 miles per year and 24/7 roadside assistance. The lease, which reflects a federal tax credit built in, requires $1,730 down plus the first month’s lease payment due at signing (not including tax, registration or official fees).¹ In addition, if they apply, California and Oregon customers may qualify for their state’s rebates of $2,500 once they become available.²

The Clarity Electric sedan is powered by a 161-horsepower (120-kilowatt) electric motor producing 221 lb.-ft. of torque and drawing power from a 25.5-kWh lithium-ion battery pack. The vehicle can be fully charged in just over three hours at 240 volts and when using DC fast charging with the SAE Combined Charging System, it can achieve an 80 percent charge in just 30 minutes. The Clarity Electric has an EPA fuel economy rating of 126/103/114 MPGe (city/highway/combined)³and an EPA range rating of 89 miles on a full charge.³

The Clarity Electric is part of Honda’s Clarity series, which includes the Clarity Fuel Cell, launched in December 2016, and the Clarity Plug-in Hybrid, launching nationally later this year. Clarity is the first ever vehicle series offering customers an array of electrified powertrain choices in one sophisticated, spacious and comprehensively equipped five-passenger sedan. The Clarity series is part of the Honda Electrification Initiative that sees Honda expand the number and types of electrified vehicles in its product lineup. This initiative also includes a new dedicated hybrid car launching next year and the expanded application of Honda’s two-motor hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains to multiple car and light truck models in the future. This initiative contributes to Honda’s intention to have two-thirds of its global automobile sales come from electrified vehicles by 2030.

Comfortable, Versatile and Smartly Equipped
The 2017 Honda Clarity Electric sedan is geared toward consumers who desire a spacious, comfortable and affordable sedan that suits their daily driving needs. It is offered in a premium Touring trim and is the only affordable 5-passenger EV sedan with all the technology features, safety features and premium features that consumers expect today.

Unique exterior design elements set the aerodynamic Clarity Electric apart from other Clarity models, including a model-exclusive Cobalt Blue Pearl exterior color, along with differentiated front styling, headlights, tail lamps, and unique 18-inch alloy wheel finish. Like other Clarity models, the Clarity Electric has a spacious interior with comfortable seating for five adults and outfitted with premium, environmentally responsible materials, 8-inch Display Audio with Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay™ compatibility, and the Honda Sensing^® suite of safety and driver-assistive technologies.

For More Information
Additional media information, including high-resolution images of the 2017 Honda Clarity Electric, is available at http://hondanews.com/honda-automobiles/channels/Electric.

About Honda
Honda offers a full line of reliable, fuel-efficient and fun-to-drive vehicles with advanced safety technologies sold through more than 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 34 years and currently operates 19 major manufacturing facilities in North America. In 2016, more than 95 percent of all Honda vehicles sold in the U.S. were made in North America, using domestic and globally sourced parts.

¹ Includes down payment with no security deposit. Excludes taxes, registration, license and dealer fees. For well-qualified lessees. Subject to availability to California and Oregon residents on approved credit through Honda Financial Services. Closed end lease for 2017 Honda Clarity Electric for well-qualified lessees. Not all applicants will qualify. No purchase option at lease end. Total monthly payments $9,684. Lessee responsible for maintenance, excessive wear/tear, and 20 cents per mile over 20,000 miles per year. Lease includes Roadside Assistance. Total due at lease signing is $1,999 plus tax and registration and includes first month’s payment and capitalized cost reduction of $1,730. Offer subject to change without notice.

² The Oregon rebate program is anticipated to be operational in 2018, with a waitlist potentially established beforehand; please visit http://www.oregon.gov/deq/aq/programs/Pages/ZEV-Rebate.aspx for more information. The California rebate program is anticipated to be funded for the 2017-2018 budget year; please visit https://cleanvehiclerebate.org/eng for more information.

³ Based on 2017 model-year EPA ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your MPGe and range will vary depending on driving conditions, how you drive and maintain your vehicle, lithium-ion battery pack age/condition and other factors.

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Mazda Reports July Sales

August 1, 2017

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Mazda North American Operations is headquartered in Irvine, Calif., and oversees the sales, marketing, parts and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States and Mexico through nearly 700 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 www.mazdausamedia.com. (PRNewsFoto/Mazda North American Operations)

IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 1, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported July U.S. sales of 27,089 vehicles, representing a decrease of 3 percent versus July of last year. Year-to-date (YTD) sales through July are down 2.6 percent versus last year, with 168,713 vehicles sold. With 25 selling days in July 2017, versus 26 the year prior, the company posted an increase of 0.9 percent on a Daily Selling Rate (DSR) basis.

In July, Mazda became the only full-line automaker to have every 2017 model year vehicle tested by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) be rated a “Top Safety Pick+,” when equipped with optional front crash-prevention and specific headlights.

Key July sales notes:

Achieving its fourth record-breaking sales month in a row, the Mazda CX-5 posted sales of 11,402 vehicles in the month of July. This number represents a YOY increase of 5.3 percent and is the best-ever July since the compact crossover SUV first went on sale in 2012.
Sales of the Mazda MX-5 Miata remained strong in the month of July, with the roadster posting a year-over-year (YOY) increase of 13.2 percent. Total sales, which includes both the MX-5 soft top and MX-5 RF, reached 997 vehicles sold in the month of July.
The three-row Mazda CX-9 finished the month up 3.3 percent YOY, with 2,318 vehicles sold.
As crossover SUVs continue to dominate the market, sales of Mazda’s CX-line remain strong, with the CX-3, CX-5 and CX-9 collectively reaching 15,201 vehicles sold in the month of July. This number represents an increase of 4.3 percent YOY, and a YTD increase of 15.9 percent.
The i-ACTIV All-Wheel Drive option continues to be a favorite among Mazda CX-line buyers, with 62.9 percent of customers choosing the AWD option in the month of July.

Mazda Motor de Mexico (MMdM) reported July sales of 4,476 vehicles, up 8.8 percent versus July 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

	July	July	%	% MTD	July	July	%	% YTD
	2017	2016	Change	DSR	2017	2016	Change	DSR

Mazda2	–	–	N/A	N/A	–	3	(100.0)%	(100.0)%
Mazda3	7,407	8,103	(8.6)%	(4.9)%	47,241	59,484	(20.6)%	(21.0)%
Mazda5	2	17	(88.2)%	(87.8)%	9	346	(97.4)%	(97.4)%
Mazda6	3,482	4,341	(19.8)%	(16.6)%	21,491	27,804	(22.7)%	(23.1)%
MX-5 Miata	997	881	13.2%	17.7%	7,970	6,265	27.2%	26.5%
CX-3	1,481	1,499	(1.2)%	2.8%	9,092	11,002	(17.4)%	(17.8)%
CX-5	11,402	10,831	5.3%	9.5%	68,479	62,442	9.7%	9.0%
CX-9	2,318	2,243	3.3%	7.5%	14,431	5,924	143.6%	142.2%

Total Vehicles

CARS	11,888	13,342	(10.9)%	(7.3)%	76,711	93,902	(18.3)%	(18.8)%
TRUCKS	15,201	14,573	4.3%	8.5%	92,002	79,368	15.9%	15.3%

TOTAL	27,089	27,915	(3.0)%	0.9%	168,713	173,269	(2.6)%	(3.2)%


Selling Days	25	26			177	176

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NESTLÉ® LA LECHERA® Launches “Summer of No-Bake” Recipe Contest

August 1, 2017

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GLENDALE, California, Aug. 1, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — NESTLÉ® LA LECHERA® announced today the kick-off of its “Summer of No-Bake” recipe contest. From now through August 15^th, consumers across the U.S. can create their favorite no-bake dessert recipe and share on Instagram using the hashtag #LaLecheraNoBake. Participants can enter as many recipes as they want. Winners will be selected based on number of consumer votes and be notified on or around September 5th.

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“During the heat of summer, no one wants to spend their time in a sweltering kitchen preparing for a BBQ or cookout, however desserts play a key role in these family occasions,” said Ainoa Cuberos, Associate Brand Manager for Nestlé La Lechera. “We launched the No-Bake Contest to inspire consumers to get creative and think of unique ways to delight their family and friends this summer, while creating long-lasting memories.”

No-bake recipes are a simple way of making summer sweeter and saving time as the family comes together to share these creations. To learn more about Nestlé La Lechera’s “Summer of No-Bake,” enter the contest, or browse through the latest recipes, visit La Lechera’s Summer of No-Bake page on HispanicKitchen.com. All entries must be received by 11:59 PM PST on August 15^th. The top 10 recipes selected by La Lechera will be featured on the site and consumers will have a chance to vote on their favorite starting August 18^th. First place includes $500 gift card, top of the line blender and a La Lechera product basket, second place includes a $300 gift card and a La Lechera product basket and third place includes a $200 gift card and a La Lechera product basket.

To inspire participants, Nestlé La Lechera has developed three simple recipes that can be made and enjoyed by the entire family. Recipes available on the links below.

Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries

Piña Colada Gelatin

No-Bake Banana Split Cake

For more NESTLÉ® LA LECHERA® recipe ideas consumers are invited to visit Nestle’s El Mejor Nido and follow La Lechera’s Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram pages.

About NESTLÉ® LA LECHERA®
NESTLÉ® LA LECHERA® is the #1 Sweetened Condensed Milk brand in the world and has been a key ingredient for delicious desserts since 1910. In the U.S.A., NESTLÉ® LA LECHERA® offers a wide portfolio of products, including NESTLÉ® LA LECHERA® Sweetened Condensed Milk can and squeeze bottle, NESTLÉ® LA LECHERA® Dulce de Leche can and squeeze bottle and other better-for-you products such as NESTLÉ® LA LECHERA Fat Free can and NESTLÉ® LA LECHERITA®. NESTLÉ® LA LECHERA® is the key ingredient and topping for a wide range of dessert favorites such as Flan, Fruit Salad, Tres Leches, Cheesecake and Gelatin. NESTLÉ® LA LECHERA® brings families together by creating everyday experiences and memorable moments. For product information, news and recipes, visit ElMejorNido.com, Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram pages.

About Nestlé® USA
Named one of “The World’s Most Admired Food Companies” in Fortune magazine for eighteen consecutive years, Nestlé provides quality brands that bring flavor to life every day. From nutritious meals with Lean Cuisine® to baking traditions with Nestlé® Toll House®, Nestlé USA makes delicious, convenient, and nutritious food and beverages that make good living possible. That’s what “Nestlé. Good Food, Good Life” is all about. Nestlé USA, with 2014 sales of $9.7 billion, is part of Nestlé S.A. in Vevey, Switzerland — the world’s largest food company with a commitment to Nutrition, Health & Wellness — with 2014 sales of $100 billion.

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Xehar Launches a New Fashion Collection with Body Positive Mentor, Influencer and Model Laura Brioschi

August 1, 2017

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PLAYA VISTA, California, Aug. 1, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Today, Xehar announces the launch of the new Laura by Xehar Fashion Collection. Xehar International #AconfidentYou Ambassador Program works with global influencers to showcase a feel-good fashion while reinforcing the importance of positive self-image. The program’s most recent mentor is Laura Brioschi, a well-known curvy model from Europe.

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“Our core is to support a positive body image, helping women feel confident in fashionable and affordable clothes that fit,” says Hadari Oshri, founder and CEO of Xehar. “Laura is an inspiration to our curvy customers and is the quintessential confident woman.”

According to Business Insider, there are more than one hundred million women in the US that are considered plus size. Traditional retailers have been slow to focus on this niche demographic. Brioschi feels that sharing her experiences as a Xehar Mentor will help others who are facing body image issues and who struggle to feel confident.

“I became a Xehar Body Positive Mentor this year, after deciding to publicly share my battle with bulimia,” says Brioschi. “Making my experiences public and working to create my own collection with Xehar will hopefully inspire others.”

For some time, influencer programs have existed but Xehar’s approach is unique because they are also building mobile technologies to enhance the interaction with influencers. The Xehar App, will not only give customers access to low priced fashion bundles at a set price, but will also give a special access to Xehar influencer fashion recommendations on demand.

If you are interested in viewing the new Laura by Xehar Collection, visit Xehar.com/LauraByXehar

To become a Xehar Body Positive Mentor, please apply and contact Haily Dahan 310-463-3788

About Xehar: Xehar is a fashion-tech company that was founded with a rebellious spirit and a lofty objective: to offer designer clothes at revolutionary prices, using technology and their mobile application to make buying decisions easier, all while building confidence in women through inspiring fashion collections. Xehar has two main divisions, an online store called the Xehar Marketplace and a mobile application called Xehar App. To learn more, visit xehar.com

Contact: Haily Dahan
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Cal/OSHA Cites Aircraft Parts Manufacturer for Willfully Failing to Notify Workers of Their Exposures to Chromium-6

August 1, 2017

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SANTA ANA, California, July 31, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Cal/OSHA has cited an aircraft parts manufacturer $87,500 for numerous workplace safety and health violations including failure to provide workers with effective training on hazardous chemicals in their work area and willful failure to notify workers of their exposure to hexavalent chromium, a hazardous chemical known to cause cancer commonly referred to as chromium-6.

Cal/OSHA’s Santa Ana Office on January 20 inspected the Triumph Processing – Embee Division, Inc. plant in Santa Ana after receiving a complaint of workplace hazards. Inspectors found that the employer had previously determined through air monitoring that workers who sanded and spray-painted aircraft parts were exposed to high levels of chromium-6, in the form of dust and mist.

Cal/OSHA issued a willful regulatory violation to the employer for not posting or notifying affected workers of the air monitoring results, and for failing to advise the workers of how they would be protected from exposure.

“Triumph Processing knew its workers had been exposed to high levels of chromium-6 at their facility but failed to notify or effectively train them,” said Cal/OSHA Chief Juliann Sum.

Chromium-6 is a toxic form of the element chromium used in many different industries. It is a known carcinogen and can cause irritation and damage to both the respiratory system when inhaled, and to the eyes and skin upon contact.

Cal/OSHA issued a total of 23 violations, including one willful-regulatory, six serious, six general and 10 regulatory in nature. A willful violation is issued where evidence shows that the employer committed an intentional and knowing violation, and the employer was conscious of the fact that what it was doing constituted a violation, or was aware that a hazardous condition existed and made no reasonable effort to eliminate the hazard. A serious violation is cited when there was a realistic possibility that death or serious physical harm could result from the actual hazardous condition.

Cal/OSHA helps protect workers from health and safety hazards on the job in almost every workplace in California. Employers and workers who have questions or need assistance with workplace health and safety programs can call Cal/OSHA’s Consultation Services Branch at 800-963-9424.

Complaints about workplace safety and health hazards can be filed confidentially with Cal/OSHA district offices. Employees with work-related questions or complaints may contact DIR’s Call Center in English or Spanish at 844-LABOR-DIR (844-522-6734).

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

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

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Atlantis University Named a “2017 School of Excellence”

August 1, 2017

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MIAMI, Aug. 1, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Atlantis University (AU), a Miami-based, higher-education institution, fostering premier learning with innovative curriculums in the fields of Business, Computer Science and Information Technology, Engineering, and Health, has been recognized as a “2017 School of Excellence” by the Accrediting Commission for Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), the designated accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education. This honor was bestowed to AU for the quality of its programs, dedication to excellence in education, demonstrating high levels of achievement among its students, and adherence to the accreditation process.

This recognition arrives as AU prepares to open a new campus in September 2017, which will be located in the Miami Health District. The university will occupy three entire floors, and each classroom will be outfitted with the latest technologies to promote a ripe and pioneering learning environment. Additionally, students will have access to a variety of open spaces developed with the intention of promoting cross-collaboration and the exchange of ideas around multiple disciplines.

“We are proud and humbled to be honored as a 2017 School of Excellence, as it reinforces our superior offering and unparalleled student experience, with career-oriented programs that contribute to the development of a competitive workforce,” said Omar Palacios, President of Atlantis University. “Our new facilities will enable us to enhance our local footprint and further our commitment to deliver an advanced learning environment and innovative curriculums that are designed for aspiring professionals locally, nationally and internationally.”

About Atlantis University
Founded in 2009, Atlantis University (AU) is a Miami-based, higher-education institution, fostering premier learning with innovative curriculums. The university provides a variety of certifications, associates’, bachelors’ and masters’ degree programs in the fields of Business, Engineering, Computer Science and Information Technology, and Health, and has been recognized as a “2017 School of Excellence” by the Accrediting Commission for Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), the designated accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education. For more information, please visit atlantisuniversity.edu.

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August Means Back-to-School, Time to Check Up on Immunizations

August 1, 2017

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LEAWOOD, Kansas, Aug. 1, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Each year as summer begins to wind down, children prepare to go back to school. For many, that means getting a back-to-school haircut, shopping for some new clothes, and gathering school supplies. One thing that shouldn’t be missed: checking in with your family physician to make sure school-age children are up to date on all required vaccinations.

During August—which is National Immunization Awareness Month—family physicians are reminding parents that vaccines keep your own child healthy and provide protections for children whose health conditions prevent them from getting vaccines. “It’s critical to make sure that you and your children receive vaccinations according to the immunization schedule recommended by the Centers for Disease Control,” said John Meigs, Jr., MD, president of the American Academy of Family Physicians. “Becoming immunized is important not only for school-age children, but for babies and young children, pregnant women, teens and pre-teens, and adults.”

Each year, the AAFP and the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices collaborate to develop recommendations for the routine use of vaccines in children, adolescents and adults in the United States. All states require children to be vaccinated against certain communicable diseases in order to attend school. Information about recommended immunization schedules for people of all ages is available at familydoctor.org. In addition, the AAFP developed an interactive map of vaccine-specific coverage levels for each state.

The CDC lists vaccine recommendations for the prevention of 17 diseases across the lifespan, protecting the health of Americans from birth through old age. Data from the CDC show that vaccines are effective not only in preventing disease, but in lowering the cost of health care spending:

A 2009 analysis of 13 vaccines given as part of the childhood immunization schedule found that for each birth group vaccinated, the United States saved 42,000 lives, $13.5 billion in direct medical costs, and prevented 20 million cases of disease.
An estimated $10.20 is saved in societal costs (direct and indirect) for every $1 invested in vaccines for vaccine-preventable diseases.
Without improvements to the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination rate, 50,000 girls will develop cervical cancer that would be prevented if immunization rates reached 80 percent.
Seasonal influenza causes more than 200,000 hospitalizations and costs more than $10 billion in direct medical costs in the United States each year.

“Vaccines are proven to be safe and effective, and they save lives,” notes Meigs. “To protect public health, the AAFP strongly recommends that patients receive all necessary vaccinations in their primary care physician’s office. Forgoing immunization is reckless and endangers not only the health of children but the health of the entire public.”

Visit familydoctor.org for patient education resources on specific immunizations.

About the American Academy of Family Physicians
Founded in 1947, the AAFP represents 129,000 physicians and medical students nationwide. It is the only medical society devoted solely to primary care.

Family physicians conduct approximately one in five office visits — that’s 192 million visits annually or 48 percent more than the next most visited medical specialty. Today, family physicians provide more care for America’s underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty. Family medicine’s cornerstone is an ongoing, personal patient-physician relationship focused on integrated care.

To learn more about the specialty of family medicine, the AAFP’s positions on issues and clinical care, and for downloadable multi-media highlighting family medicine, visit www.aafp.org/media. For information about health care, health conditions and wellness, please visit the AAFP’s award-winning consumer website, www.familydoctor.org.

SOURCE American Academy of Family Physicians

Curso de Inglés AMERICA has launched a joint partnership between Smithsonian Institution, American Book Group and Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial

August 1, 2017

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MIAMI, Aug. 1, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/– American Book Group, Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial and the Smithsonian Institution have jointly launched the first in a series of English as a Second Language (ESL) courses for Spanish-speakers.

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The Curso de Inglés AMERICA course is designed to teach English in an integral, modern and accelerated manner with print and online materials that include a free App to practice pronunciation on the go. The print materials are well-structured and easy to follow, and are accompanied by a dedicated website featuring interactive exercises and entertaining instructional and cultural content.

Throughout the course the student learns not only English but is given a factual and informative tour of the history and culture of America with enriching content, via the Smithsonian Institution, in its role as educator of the heritage of the United States of America.

Also included is access to the Smithsonian Institution American Citizenship Course via the course’s website, as well as Inglés en tu Teléfono, which features English classes via your smartphone and make learning English easier and faster. The Curso de Inglés America series includes print, video, audio and online materials.

About Smithsonian Institution:

Founded in 1846, the Smithsonian is the world’s largest museum, education and research complex, consisting of 19 museums and galleries, the National Zoological Park, and nine research facilities. Its mission is “the increase and diffusion of knowledge” and “shaping the future by preserving our heritage, discovering new knowledge, and sharing our resources with the world.”

About Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial:

Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial publishes books for readers of every age group and in every format- be it print, digital or audio- in Spain, Portugal, Latin America and the United States.

About American Book Group:

American Book Group (ABG) is a print & digital publisher and distributor that specializes in instructional content, with a focus on language courses. Launched in 2004, the Inglés en 100 Días ESL for Spanish-speakers series has been a category leader (Nielsen) with 2,000,000+ units sold. Over 30 ESL for Spanish-speakers products have been created and distributed in partnership with Santillana USA Publishing and Penguin Random House. ABG also partners with companies to create educational products that drive traffic, generate new revenue streams, and create loyalty.

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