MoneyGram Sendbot™ Unveiled at Facebook’s F8 Conference

April 18, 2017

DALLAS, April 18, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — MoneyGram (NASDAQ: MGI) introduces the MoneyGram Sendbot™, a smart and convenient platform that allows customers in the U.S. to send money transfers to any of its 350,000 locations around the globe through Facebook Messenger.

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The new product was unveiled during Facebook’s prestigious F8 Developer Conference in San Jose. MoneyGram Sendbot is another example of MoneyGram’s investment in digital products and services that allow customers to transact any way they choose.

“We are proud to introduce the MoneyGram Sendbot to offer our customers more choice and convenience when they need to send money,” said Youri Bebic, MoneyGram’s head of product innovation. “Innovation is the core to our business and the MoneyGram Sendbot is a true case of a hybrid product created to bridge the digital and physical worlds in order to promote financial inclusion. The bot is another example of MoneyGram’s commitment to making money transfers easy for our customers.”

MoneyGram Sendbot is the first full feature money transfer chatbot offering convenient services such as a “track a transfer” tool and location finder. The bot is intuitive, interactive and easy to use. Customers can access it by searching for MoneyGram in the Messenger Discover tab.

MoneyGram continues to make significant investments into its digital offerings. In 2016, digital money transfer revenue grew 16 percent over the prior year. The company’s growing suite of digital products such as MoneyGram MobilePass, MoneyGram online, kiosks and money transfers to bank accounts and mobile wallets give customers more choices when they need to send and receive money to family and friends.

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About MoneyGram International, Inc.
MoneyGram is a global provider of innovative money transfer and payment services and is recognized worldwide as a financial connection to friends and family. Whether online, or through a mobile device, at a kiosk or in a local store, we connect consumers any way that is convenient for them. We also provide bill payment services, issue money orders and process official checks in select markets. More information about MoneyGram International, Inc. is available at moneygram.com.

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Michelle Buckalew
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Western Dental Relocates Mission District Office

April 18, 2017

SAN FRANCISCO, April 18, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Western Dental & Orthodontics, one of the nation’s leaders in accessible, affordable oral healthcare, today announced it has relocated its dental office in San Francisco’s Mission District to 2776 Mission Street.

Western Dental’s new office ensures that patients in the Mission District will continue to receive quality dental care. The new office houses seven patient treatment rooms, new state-of-the-art digital equipment and an experienced bilingual staff. Patients will have access to comprehensive dental services, including general dentistry, orthodontics, dental implants, oral hygiene services and specialty dentistry.

In addition to accepting uninsured and privately insured patients, Western Dental welcomes patients covered by the Medi-Cal Dental program (known as Denti-Cal) at this location and all of its 174 California offices. Western Dental is the leading provider of services to the Denti-Cal program, which provides health care benefits for more than 13 million low-income individuals and families in California. Western Dental is committed to continuing to partner with the State to help improve the program.

“Our new office is just down the street from our previous location,” said Dr. Peter Truong, Clinical Director at Western Dental. “We’ll be able to continue providing our patients with comprehensive dental care in a beautiful, newly designed space.”

The office is open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Western Dental is planning a grand opening of its relocated office that will be open to the public.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, visit www.westerndental.com or call 1-800-6-DENTAL.

ABOUT WESTERN DENTAL
Western Dental (with its affiliates, Brident Dental & Orthodontics and Smile Wide) is one of the nation’s largest dental providers and is the leader in accessible, affordable oral health care, serving over two million patient visits annually in more than 220 affiliated clinics throughout California, Arizona, Nevada, and Texas. Western Dental is the #1 provider of orthodontic services in California and last year expanded its network of orthodontists, oral surgeons, pedodontists, periodontists and endodontists, to better service patient needs all within the office. All of Western Dental’s services are backed by a unique quality assurance system that electronically monitors all patient visits, treatments, dental staff and clinical performance to enable high-quality care. To learn more about Western Dental or inquire about an office in your community, visit www.westerndental.com or call 1-800-6-DENTAL.

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(Español) Morgan & Morgan y Prieto, Prieto & Goan se unen para asistir a la comunidad hispana en Tampa, Fl.

April 18, 2017

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A Little Auto Care Goes a Long Way

April 18, 2017

BETHESDA, Md., April 18, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Performing simple preventative maintenance on your vehicle will go a long way toward protecting your vehicle investment, says the non-profit Car Care Council.

“Buying a new car today comes with a hefty price tag when you add up the down payment, monthly car payments and higher insurance rates. Neglecting its care can mean even higher costs down the line in the form of more extensive repairs and lost resale value,” said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council. “By following a proactive auto care plan, the typical car should deliver at least 200,000 miles of safe, dependable, efficient and enjoyable performance.”

National Car Care Month in April is the perfect time of year to give your car some extra attention. The Car Care Council recommends following a vehicle service schedule, keeping a free copy of the council’s Car Care Guide in the glovebox and performing the most common routine maintenance procedures to keep your vehicle performing at its best.

Check all fluids, including engine oil, power steering, brake and transmission as well as windshield washer solvent and antifreeze/coolant.
Check the brake system annually and have the brake linings, rotors and drums inspected at each oil change.
Check the tires, including tire pressure and tread. Uneven wear indicates a need for wheel alignment. Tires should also be checked for bulges and bald spots.
Check the hoses and belts to make sure they are not cracked, brittle, frayed, loose or showing signs of excessive wear.
Check the heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) system as proper heating and cooling performance is critical for interior comfort and safety reasons, such as defrosting.
Check the wipers and lighting so that you can see and be seen. Check that all interior and exterior lighting is working properly and replace worn wiper blades so you can see clearly when driving during precipitation.

“Be sure to fully inspect your vehicle annually, including performing a tune-up and wheel alignment,” continued White. “If you ever suspect there is a problem, it’s a good idea to address it quickly before minor repairs become more complicated, expensive repairs.”

The Car Care Council is the source of information for the “Be Car Care Aware” consumer education campaign promoting the benefits of regular vehicle care, maintenance and repair to consumers. For the latest car care news, visit the council’s online media room at http://media.carcare.org. To order a free copy of the popular Car Care Guide, visit the council’s consumer education website at www.carcare.org.

Studying in Spanish in the USA improves bilingual skills

April 18, 2017

WESTON, Fla., April 18, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — SALUD al dia magazine welcomes Keiser University as one of its most recent advertisers and thanks Arthur Keiser, Ph.D., Chancellor and CEO for his trust.

Keiser University is a private, regionally accredited university offering associate, bachelor, masters and doctoral degrees in traditional, nontraditional and online delivery formats. Keiser University has 18 locations with approximately 20,000 students. The number one priority for Keiser University is the student and community service.

The Latin Division of Keiser University was created in 2005 and has students geographically distributed around the world. The online modality allows students to achieve their professional goals, without interrupting their work and family obligations, with programs entirely in Spanish.

Many people wonder why they study in Spanish if we live in the United States. In order to successfully complete a university degree, you need to know “academic English”, which can take from three to five years depending on each person’s ability to learn a second language. Many people do not want to wait three or five years to start university studies, so we motivate our students to polish and improve their bilingual skills so that when they finish their studies, they can get a good job with a university diploma in hand and with good English skills.

Taking online classes is not impersonal at Keiser University. Knowing that our students are not here on campus, we strive for the human component in everything we do. This gives the student security that they are not alone on this new journey they are undertaking.

Make sure to read the May/June issue # 72 of SALUD al día magazine for more details on how Keiser University can help you.

About SALUD al día magazine : this is a fully SPANISH life style health magazine that offers hard-hitting, current and authoritative medical news with individual perspectives for our Hispanic readership, written by medical doctors and health professionals.

We are the Hispanic printed media channel of diffusion for excellence for private and public health organizations.

New Study Reveals White Deodorant Marks as One of Latinas’ Top Fashion Foes

April 18, 2017

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, New Jersey, April 18, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — For many Latinas, a huge annoyance when getting dressed is finding a white deodorant mark on their bold and perfectly color-coordinated outfits. A new study by Dove uncovered that this seemingly small fashion setback has been found to cause a major inconvenience in many women’s rush to get out the door. In fact, 9 in 10 Latinas polled have dealt with white marks on their clothing. Moreover, 76 percent admit to feeling embarrassed after noticing one on their outfit. Offering a solution, Dove introduces its new Invisible Dry Spray Antiperspirant that goes on invisible, leaving no white marks on 100 colors of clothing.

Fashion stylist and Dove spokesperson Zerina Akers says, “I’m thrilled to have found an antiperspirant I trust to go on invisible without leaving a trace! There are so many choices and steps in styling for the red carpet, a photoshoot or even everyday wear, the last thing I want to discover are those notorious white marks that add more time and pressure to getting ready.”

Zerina’s experience with white marks as a professional stylist is not too different from that of women in their daily routine. According to the Dove survey, 9 in 10 Latina respondents consider more than one outfit before deciding on what to wear, so it’s no surprise that most of these women agreed finding white deodorant marks are the biggest annoyance when getting dressed.

To avoid this common fashion emergency, approximately half of Latinas report they have contorted their body while putting on their clothes or waited for their deodorant to dry before getting dressed. When faced with white marks, most Latina women will spend additional time trying to wash them out, while ultimately 1 in 3 say they’ve had to change their outfit completely.

“It’s disappointing when something like a deodorant stain sends you back to the drawing board after you’ve perfected a bright, beautiful look,” says Akers. “I always aim to create styles that represent my clients’ unique personality and mood, but when time is of the essence and you need a solve for white marks on your clothes, it can mean reverting to basic standbys that don’t reflect the story you want to tell.”

“Dove Invisible Dry Spray Antiperspirant was created to solve one of the biggest needs in the deodorant category,” said Dawn Hedgepeth, Senior Director of U.S. Deodorants at Unilever. “Women can enjoy the confidence that comes with effective odor and wetness protection plus the security of knowing their clothes are protected.”

The active ingredient found in antiperspirants is a white powder and a primary contributor to white marks. The powder becomes visible on clothing due to light scattering, an optical effect. The new anti-marks protection technology combines a finer milled active ingredient with an innovative masking oil to reduce the overall appearance of white marks. In addition to leaving no white marks on 100 colors, Dove Invisible Dry Spray Antiperspirant goes on instantly dry, offers 48-hour odor and wetness protection, and Dove 1/4 moisturizers to care for skin.

The product is available in Clear Finish and Sheer Fresh fragrances at mass, grocery and drug stores nationwide for SRP $5.49. More information is at Dove.com.

About the Survey
The survey, conducted by Edelman Intelligence, includes insights from 516 Latina women across the US aged 18 to 54. The survey was conducted in January 2017 using an online survey with a +/-4.31% margin of error.

About Dove
Dove®, manufactured by Unilever, is the No. 1 personal wash brand nationwide. One in every three households uses a Dove® product, which includes beauty bars, body washes, face care, anti-perspirant/deodorants, hair care, styling aids, and Dove® Men+Care™. Baby Dove launched in 2017 with products developed specially for baby’s skin. Dove® is available nationwide in food, drug and mass outlet stores.

About Unilever United States, Inc.
Unilever is one of the world’s leading suppliers of Food, Home Care, Personal Care and Refreshment products with sales in more than 190 countries and reaching 2.5 billion consumers a day. In the United States, the portfolio includes brand icons such as Axe, Ben & Jerry’s, Breyers, Caress, Clear Scalp & Hair Therapy, Country Crock, Degree, Dollar Shave Club, Dove, Good Humor, Hellmann’s, I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter!, Klondike, Knorr, Lever 2000, Lipton, Magnum, Nexxus, Noxzema, Pond’s, Popsicle, Promise, Q-tips, Seventh Generation, Simple, St. Ives, Suave, Talenti Gelato & Sorbetto, TIGI, TONI&GUY, TRESemmé and Vaseline. All of the preceding brand names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Unilever Group of Companies.

Unilever employs approximately 8,000 people in the United States – generating more than $9 billion in sales in 2016.

The Unilever Sustainable Living Plan commits to:

Helping more than a billion people take action to improve their health and well-being by 2020.
Halving the environmental impact of our products by 2030.
Enhancing the livelihoods of millions of people by 2020.

Unilever ranked number one in its sector on the 2016 Dow Jones Sustainability Index.
For more information on Unilever U.S. and its brands visit: www.unileverusa.com
To connect with Unilever U.S. via Facebook visit: www.facebook.com/unileverusa
To connect with Unilever U.S. via Twitter follow: @unileverusa

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Häagen-Dazs® Shops Celebrates a Buzz-worthy Free Cone Day on May 9

April 18, 2017

Visit participating Häagen-Dazs Shops in the United States between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. on Tuesday, May 9, 2017 to receive one free scoop of ice cream or sorbet in a cup, sugar cone or cake cone

MINNEAPOLIS, April 18, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Häagen-Dazs® Shops are hosting their annual Free Cone Day on May 9, 2017. This year, it’s about more than free ice cream— the Häagen-Dazs brand is showing its ongoing commitment to helping the bees. Ice cream lovers are invited to visit participating Häagen-Dazs Shops in the United States between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. on Tuesday, May 9, 2017 to receive one free scoop of ice cream or sorbet in a cup, sugar cone or cake cone. In return, the brand is asking guests to pay it forward by planting wildflowers native to their region to help keep bees buzzing.

“Free Cone Day is our favorite day of the year because we can take time to thank our loyal fans. This year, we want to take it a step further and call attention to the bees who also support us year-round in a much different way,” said Adam Hanson, The Häagen-Dazs Shoppe Company, Inc. President and General Manager. “Without bees, many of our indulgent flavors would disappear from our shops, including Vanilla Swiss Almond, Strawberry and Rocky Road.”

Bees are critical to the environment, supporting one in every three bites of food we eat, including ingredients that are used in more than one-third of Häagen-Dazs ice cream flavors. By working with its farmer suppliers, the Häagen-Dazs brand is helping to change the way ingredients are grown to better support bee populations.

“Last year, we installed one of the world’s largest, privately funded pollinator habitats on the farm that supplies our almonds, one of our most popular ingredients. The habitat consists of six and a half miles of hedgerow and 11,000 native drought-tolerant shrubs and flowering plants, impacting 840 acres of farmland,” said Alex Placzek, Director of the Häagen-Dazs brand. “Those who stop by our shops on Free Cone Day can find out which of their favorite flavors rely on the bees and learn how to help – it’s as easy as planting a seed.”

In order to supply what pollinators need, the Häagen-Dazs brand worked with expert agronomists and the Xerces Society to maximize the impact of the habitat by choosing native plants that are attractive to pollinators.

This Free Cone Day, the Häagen-Dazs brand encourages everyone to visit a Häagen-Dazs Shops location to try one of the many bee dependent ice cream flavors and join in the effort to save the bees. Find out which regional plants support pollinators and help create more bee-friendly habitats throughout the country. For more information, visit www.haagendazs.com.

For more information about Häagen-Dazs Shops’ Free Cone Day and to find out which local Häagen-Dazs Shops are participating, please check the Shop Finder at www.haagendazs.us/freeconeday.

The Häagen-Dazs Shoppe Company is always seeking new franchise owners with a passion for Häagen-Dazs super-premium ice cream to open shops in premier locations. To learn more about Häagen-Dazs Shops or how to open a franchise, please visit the www.haagendazsshoppecompany.com.

About Häagen-Dazs Shops
The first Häagen-Dazs Shop opened in Brooklyn, NY in 1976, giving consumers a new outlet for the distinctive velvety, super-premium ice cream of Häagen-Dazs. Today the Häagen-Dazs Shops system in the United States is made up of more than 200 independently owned and operated locations, franchised by The Häagen-Dazs Shoppe Company, Inc., which proudly offer top quality indulgent desserts that start with Häagen-Dazs products. For more information, please visit www.haagendazs.us/shops, join the company’s fan page at www.facebook.com/HaagenDazsUS and follow the brand on Twitter at @HaagenDazs_US.

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National Park Service and National Park Foundation Launch Parks 101, Uncovering National Park Stories You’ve Never Heard Before To Celebrate National Park Week

April 18, 2017

WASHINGTON, April 17, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Turns out there’s a lot more to national parks than you thought. In conjunction with this year’s National Park Week from April 15 through 23, the National Park Service and the National Park Foundation will launch Parks 101, an ongoing series of hidden histories that showcase unexpected stories and experiences from America’s national parks and programs. Visit www.NationalParkWeek.org to learn more about events taking place throughout the week.

An extension of the Find Your Park/Encuentra Tu Parque movement, Parks 101 also marks the 101^st year of the National Park Service. From celebrities to local heroes and National Park Service Rangers, diverse narrators will call upon people everywhere to dig a little deeper and discover more of the lesser-known stories across the National Park System and about the National Park Service and National Park Foundation. Through immersive content coupled with buzzworthy events, park enthusiasts will connect more deeply with and be inspired to support national parks.

“The National Park Service turned 100 in 2016, but the party isn’t over! There are even more ways to Find Your Park / Encuentra Tu Parque in 2017,” said Acting National Park Service Director Michael T. Reynolds. “During National Park Week, and throughout the year, we invite visitors to learn something new about a favorite park or visit lesser-known parks, trails, heritage areas, and other extraordinary sites throughout the country — from their own neighborhoods to faraway places. Whether someone is a long-time park visitor or yet to make a first trip, we want everyone to discover something different and exciting about their national parks.”

One of the first narrators is actor/recording artist Jordan Fisher, recent star of Broadway’s Hamilton, who will post a Facebook Live from Hamilton Grange National Memorial on Wednesday, April 19^th at 6:00pm to share the enduring history of Alexander Hamilton’s life and final home. An introductory video showcasing lesser- known national park sites will also launch this month.

“I’m honored to join the National Park Foundation to tell the story of Hamilton Grange, a uniquely American place that means a lot to me,” said Jordan Fisher. “I am in awe of the history of the parks, and want to do my part to highlight the importance of preserving and protecting them so future generations can enjoy them too.”

“The Parks 101 series will showcase the breadth of our National Park System through unique stories that show people that our national parks and their programs have something for everyone,” said Will Shafroth, president of the National Park Foundation. “We are also helping them understand the important role they can play in the preservation of national parks by supporting the efforts of the National Park Foundation and local philanthropic community.”

Be part of the National Park Week fun and join the conversation using #FindYourPark, #EncuentraTuParque, and #NPS101 on social media.

ABOUT THE NATIONAL PARK SERVICE
More than 20,000 National Park Service employees care for America’s 417 national parks and work with communities across the nation to help preserve local history and create close-to-home recreational opportunities. Learn more at www.nps.gov.

ABOUT THE NATIONAL PARK FOUNDATION
The National Park Foundation is the official charity of America’s national parks and nonprofit partner to the National Park Service. Chartered by Congress in 1967, the National Park Foundation raises private funds to help PROTECT more than 84 million acres of national parks through critical conservation and preservation efforts, CONNECT all Americans with their incomparable natural landscapes, vibrant culture and rich history, and INSPIRE the next generation of park stewards. In 2016, commemorating the National Park Service’s 100th anniversary, the Foundation launched The Centennial Campaign for America’s National Parks, a comprehensive fundraising campaign to strengthen and enhance the future of these national treasures for the next hundred years. Find out more and become a part of the national park community at www.nationalparks.org.

MEDIA CONTACTS:
National Park Service
Kathy Kupper
202-208-4990
[email protected]

National Park Foundation
Alanna Sobel
202-796-2538
[email protected]

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Colgate-Palmolive And World Champion Swimmer Michael Phelps Team Up To Make Waves In Water Conservation By Inspiring A New Generation To Turn Off The Faucet

April 18, 2017

NEW YORK, April 18, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — In honor of Earth Day on April 22, Colgate^® is proud to announce that one of the most decorated athletes of all-time, swimmer Michael Phelps, is joining the company’s water conservation awareness effort as global ambassador. As Colgate continues its ongoing partnership with The Nature Conservancy, a leading conservation organization to restore waterways in the U.S. and educate people about the importance of water, Michael Phelps will help raise awareness for the ‘Save Water’ program and inspire the next generation to take action.

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Colgate is found in more than two-thirds of households around the world, more than any other brand, according to Kantar research, and nearly all Colgate products require consumer water use². By leaving the faucet on, the average American can waste up to four gallons of potable drinking water while brushing his or her teeth for two minutes¹. Together with Michael Phelps and The Nature Conservancy, Colgate’s 2017 mission is to reach 100 million people and inspire 10 million children to turn off the faucet while brushing, because every drop counts. If embraced broadly, this simple habit can be a powerful act of water and energy conservation.

“Water is the earth’s most precious resource, but without realizing it we often take it for granted,” Phelps said. “I’m committed to joining Colgate’s efforts to save water and encouraging the next generation to turn off the faucet. Our son Boomer turns one next month, so he isn’t brushing on his own quite yet, but we’ll teach him to as soon as he does!”

As someone world-renowned for his connection to water, Phelps is proud to join Colgate as the global ambassador in this water conservation awareness initiative, appropriately kicking off during Earth Month. This summer, Phelps will introduce three short-form documentaries that convey water issues in the U.S., and rally his and his family’s followers on social media to spread this important message that every drop counts. Colgate will also share this message with children, teachers and families through its award-winning Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures^® oral health education program.

“Colgate is committed to making every drop of water count,” said Lori Michelin, vice president of sustainability & EHS at Colgate-Palmolive. “We work consistently to reduce our water-use footprint and have avoided enough water consumption in manufacturing to fill nearly 20,000 competition-sized swimming pools since 2002. That said, 90 percent of Colgate’s current water-use footprint comes from consumer use of our products, so we’re asking everyone to help.”

In addition to turning off the faucet while brushing, individuals can spread awareness using #EveryDropCounts on social media and by learning more at http://everydropcounts.colgate.com/.

¹https://www.epa.gov/watersense/bathroom-faucets ²https://www.kantarworldpanel.com/brand-footprint-ranking/#/

About Colgate-Palmolive
Colgate-Palmolive is a leading global consumer products company, tightly focused on Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition. Colgate sells its products in over 200 countries and territories around the world under such internationally recognized brand names as Colgate, Palmolive, Speed Stick, Lady Speed Stick, Softsoap, Irish Spring, Protex, Sorriso, Kolynos, elmex, Tom’s of Maine, Sanex, Ajax, Axion, Fabuloso, Soupline, and Suavitel, as well as Hill’s Science Diet, Hill’s Prescription Diet and Hill’s Ideal Balance. For more information about Colgate’s global business, visit the Company’s web site at colgatepalmolive.com. To learn more about Colgate’s global oral health education program, Bright Smiles, Bright Futures™, please visit colgatebsbf.com.

About Michael Phelps
Michael Phelps is the most decorated Olympian in history, capturing a total of 28 medals including a record-setting 23 gold medals, over the course of five Olympic Games. Phelps utilized his performance bonus for winning eight gold medals at 2008 Beijing Games to establish the Michael Phelps Foundation. Committed to growing the sport of swimming, the Foundation addresses the need for water-safety through its signature program – im – available through the Boys & Girls Clubs of America and Special Olympics International. The most decorated swimmer in World Championships history, Phelps launched his own competitive swimwear brand – MP – in partnership with Aqua Sphere in 2014. He has published two autobiographies – No Limits: The Will to Success and Beneath the Surface – that were New York Times and USA Today best sellers, as well as published one children’s book – How to Train with a T-Rex and Win Eight Gold Medals. He is a highly regarded inspirational speaker, sharing his message of “Dream, Plan, Reach” with audiences ranging from children to business executives.

About The Nature Conservancy
The Nature Conservancy is a global conservation organization dedicated to conserving the lands and waters on which all life depends. Guided by science, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that nature and people can thrive together. We are tackling climate change, conserving lands, waters and oceans at unprecedented scale, and helping make cities more sustainable. Working in more than 65 countries, we use a collaborative approach that engages local communities, governments, the private sector, and other partners. To learn more, visit www.nature.org or follow @nature_press on Twitter.

Are We Living In The Matrix?

April 18, 2017

LOS ANGELES, April 17, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Los Angeles based Quantum Gravity Research (www.QuantumGravityResearch.org) is one of the largest physics research groups in the world working on unification physics – or the search for the “theory of everything.” As part of their public education program, Mad Machine Films (www.MadMachineFilms.com) and director David Jakubovic have produced What Is Reality, a high production value and surprisingly entertaining explanation of their advanced theoretical physics ideas. But there’s a catch…

It turns out that the growingly popular view of physicists that reality is made of information may require the existence of some strange form of universal consciousness to actualize this information into physically “real” existence. As fantastical as this seems, the idea is based on rigorous logic, as the film explains.

The film has been open-sourced to the public for free viewing at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w0ztlIAYTCU&t

The scientific institute’s director, Klee Irwin, commented, “Starting with the series Cosmos with Carl Sagan and including modern productions like Through the Wormhole with Morgan Freeman, it is clear there is a growing swell of public interest in the deep questions about reality and philosophy that the search for the theory of everything is shedding light on. We are pleased to see the early viral popularity of our recent online release, What Is Reality – it shows that this subject is still gaining interest.”

Up-and-coming documentarian and producer/director of the film, David Jakubovic, said, “This project has been transformative for me personally, as I’ve realized the strength of the link between the most important questions of philosophy and religion and the search for the theory of everything. Creating a science film that successfully conveys complex physics ideas while maintaining a high entertainment and amusement value was one of the most enjoyable projects of my career.

ABOUT QUANTUM GRAVITY RESEARCH

Quantum Gravity Research is a non-profit research institute located in Los Angeles. Their approach, called emergence theory, unifies spacetime, energy, matter and information/consciousness into a mathematically rigorous formalism. Their program also includes work on low energy nuclear reactions and quantum computing.

Media Contact: Giovanna Brandi
[email protected]
(310) 306-3682

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