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FIBRA Prologis Announces Exchange Of Global CBFIs Certificate

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MEXICO CITY, March 18, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — FIBRA Prologis (BMV: FIBRAPL 14) the leading owner and operator of Class-A industrial real estate in Mexico, as well as the issuer of the certificates (Certificados Bursatiles Fiduciarios Inmobiliarios) identified with ticker “FIBRAPL 14” (“CBFIs”), announced that on March 30, 2016 it will exchange before its custodian, S.D. Indeval Institución para el Depósito de Valores, S.A. de C.V., its current global CBFI certificate representing 643,240,093 CBFIs with a new global CBFI certificate representing 634,479,746 CBFIs.

The new global CBFI certificate represents CBFIs outstanding after the cancellation of 8,760,347 unsold CBFIs that resulted from the partial exercise of the overallotment option in the Initial Issuance and the first Additional Issuance.  The cancellation and update of the CBFI registry before the National Securities Registry (Registro Nacional de Valores) was approved at the Ordinary Holders Meeting held on April 13, 2015.

Details of the resolution adopted at the Ordinary Holders´ Meeting and the corresponding minutes were disclosed by the Common Representative through the Mexican Stock Exchange.

ABOUT FIBRA PROLOGIS
FIBRA Prologis is the leading owner and operator of Class-A industrial real estate in Mexico. As of December 31, 2015, FIBRA Prologis was comprised of 188 logistics and manufacturing facilities in six industrial markets in Mexico totaling 32.6 million square feet (3.0 million square meters) of gross leasable area.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
The statements in this release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates and projections about the industry and markets in which FIBRA Prologis operates, management’s beliefs and assumptions made by management.  Such statements involve uncertainties that could significantly impact FIBRA Prologis financial results. Words such as “expects,” “anticipates,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “seeks,” “estimates,” variations of such words and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements, which generally are not historical in nature.  All statements that address operating performance, events or developments that we expect or anticipate will occur in the future — including statements relating to rent and occupancy growth, acquisition activity, development activity, disposition activity, general conditions in the geographic areas where we operate, our debt and financial position, are forward-looking statements. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Although we believe the expectations reflected in any forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, we can give no assurance that our expectations will be attained and therefore, actual outcomes and results may differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in such forward-looking statements. Some of the factors that may affect outcomes and results include, but are not limited to: (i) national, international, regional and local economic climates, (ii) changes in financial markets, interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates, (iii) increased or unanticipated competition for our properties, (iv) risks associated with acquisitions, dispositions and development of properties, (v) maintenance of real estate investment trust (“FIBRA”) status and tax structuring, (vi) availability of financing and capital, the levels of debt that we maintain and our credit ratings, (vii) risks related to our investments (viii) environmental uncertainties, including risks of natural disasters, and (ix) those additional factors discussed in reports filed with the “Comisión Nacional Bancaria y de Valores” and  the Mexican Stock Exchange by FIBRA Prologis under the heading “Risk Factors.” FIBRA Prologis undertakes no duty to update any forward-looking statements appearing in this release.

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MoneyGram Wins Double Gold at 2016 PYMNTS Innovator Awards

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DALLAS, March 18, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — MoneyGram (NASDAQ: MGI) has won two prestigious gold awards recognizing the company’s commitment to innovation at the 2016 PYMNTS Innovator Awards ceremony. The company won “Best Cash Innovation” for revolutionary kiosk solutions and also “Best Comeback Story” for MoneyGram.com‘s new state-of-the-art online platform.

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The ceremony was held March 17 at Harvard University. The PYMNTS Innovator Awards are viewed as one of the most prestigious recognitions in the payments industry.

“We are proud and thrilled to be recognized for what our team has accomplished with MoneyGram.com and our innovative kiosk solutions,” said Alex Hoffmann, MoneyGram’s executive vice president of Global Product and Development. “These avenues are just a few of the many innovative technology services that make MoneyGram a leader in the financial services industry and in delivering an exceptional customer experience.”

MoneyGram’s kiosks create a customer-first solution to provide a quick, intuitive and secure experience for consumers to stage their transactions. Key features include guest and repeat user experience, multiple languages, and minimal data entry for the customer. MoneyGram’s kiosks can be found inside more than 2,200 CVS locations in the U.S. as well as inside stores and post offices in Europe.

MoneyGram.com, which was redesigned based on direct customer feedback and relaunched in 2015, allows the company to rapidly update and introduce new features, includes guest sending and transfer tracking, and offers quick-click re-sends for frequent users as well as real-time ACH transfers as a funding option.

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About MoneyGram International, Inc.

MoneyGram is a global provider of innovative money transfer 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.

Media Contact:
Michelle Buckalew
[email protected] 
214-979-1418

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Walton Isaacson Tells the True Stories of Latinos With “Turn Ignorance Around” Campaign for CHIRLA Action Fund

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LOS ANGELES, March 18, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — In response to the often divisive rhetoric from presidential candidate Donald Trump and others on the campaign trail, the CHIRLA Action Fund has launched the “Turn Ignorance Around” campaign to fight back and set the record straight about the many positive contributions made by Latinos from all walks of life.

The “Turn Ignorance Around” campaign (http://www.turnignorancearound.com), created pro bono by full-service advertising and marketing agency Walton Isaacson, flips the script on racist stereotypes with dual-sided t-shirts that serve to reveal the true stories about their wearers.

A video illustrates the message, with Latinos wearing t-shirts that read, for example:

  • I’m a Trafficker” (front), with “A Trafficker of Knowledge, I’m a Teacher and I’m a Latina” (back)
  • I’m a Killer” (front), with “I’m a Killer of Fires, I’m a Fireman and I’m a Latino” (back)
  • I’m a Dealer” (front), with “I’m a Dealer of Care, I’m a Nurse and I’m a Latina” (back)

Walton Isaacson developed the strategy and creative for the video, website, social media campaign and t-shirts, with an activation planned for the 10th anniversary of the historic immigrant rights event “La Gran Marcha,” which will take place in Los Angeles on May 1.  T-shirts will be available through the website and given away at the May 1 event.  

CHIRLA Action Fund (http://chirlafund.org) speaks up for full inclusion of immigrant families in Los Angeles, and is a sister organization to the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (CHIRLA, http://www.chirla.org).  Formed in 1986 to advance the human and civil rights of immigrants and refugees in Los Angeles, CHIRLA seeks to promote harmonious multi-ethnic and multi-racial human relations, and uses coalition-building, advocacy, community education and organizing to empower immigrants and their allies to build a more just society.

“CHIRLA Action Fund shines a light in the shadows, exposing our broken immigration policies and empowering immigrant families,” said Martin Cerri, group creative director, Walton Isaacson, who spearheaded the effort.  “This campaign supports their mission by literally turning ignorance around and telling the truth about who Latinos really are in this country.”

“Our agency understands the power of celebrating diverse cultures.  It leads to innovation, promotes compassion and honors the tremendous contributions that Americans and immigrants have made to help build our great nation, so this is personal to all of us.” said Aaron Walton, cofounder, Walton Isaacson.  “This is a powerful message that must be heard. Divisive hate speech on the campaign trail can’t be allowed to control the narrative about America’s vibrant multicultural citizens.”

“There’s an urgent need right now to speak the truth and confront negative racial stereotypes,” said Cory Isaacson, cofounder, Walton Isaacson.  “We leapt at the opportunity to help CHIRLA Action Fund combat the growing chorus of racial intolerance and tell the real story of real Latinos who make positive contributions to our society every day.”

About Walton Isaacson
Founded in 2005 by marketing innovators Aaron Walton, Cory Isaacson and partner Earvin “Magic” Johnson, Walton Isaacson (WI) provides strategic and creative solutions to some of the world’s largest and most aggressive brand marketers. This innovative agency model marries award winning, full-service advertising, digital and social capabilities across multiple disciplines, providing value and efficiency to partners. WI’s marketing specializations include Sports, Lifestyle, Entertainment, Experiential and Branded Content, as well as cultural expertise across General Market, Black, Hispanic and LGBT consumer segments. WI is headquartered in Chicago and Los Angeles, with additional offices in New York and Miami. For more information on Walton Isaacson, please visit www.waltonisaacson.com.

Central American leaders urge broader partnerships to advance development and opportunities for youth

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WASHINGTON, March 18, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Members of the Latin American Presidential Mission marked the 30th anniversary of the Esquipulas Accords that ended decades of conflict in Central America by proposing a revival of the Esquipulas process to address the region’s current problems during a visit to Washington this week.

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Regional challenges include extreme poverty and income inequality that fuel high levels of violence and drive illegal immigration to the U.S. The Esquipulas approach calls for an integrated strategy among all the region’s nations with U.S. support.

The group of former Central American presidents met at the Organization of American States, on Capitol Hill and at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center with policymakers and representatives of civil society, think tanks, and business. They provided updates on current dynamics in the region and proposed partnerships across the Americas focused on innovative, values-based solutions.

The presidents included Vinicio Cerezo and Alvaro Colom of Guatemala, Armando Calderón of El Salvador, Laura Chinchilla of Costa Rica, and Nicolas Ardito Barletta of Panama.

The group offered a civil society channel for dialogue to the bipartisan Central America Caucus and House Speaker Paul Ryan’s office, and to diplomats at the Organization of American States.  They represent the Latin American Presidential Mission, a non-partisan, civic association of over twenty democratically elected former heads of state established in 2012 with support from the Global Peace Foundation, the Esquipulas Foundation of Guatemala, and other partners.

In a town hall meeting with the former presidents on Wednesday, Guatemalan Foreign Minister Carlos Morales said, “I am happy that the (Central American) Northern Triangle is now part of U.S. foreign policy priorities.” He went on to say, “The response to migration is to create opportunities.” He explained that young people in the region face three options: work in agriculture, migrate to the U.S., or join a gang.

Gloriana Sojo, a young social entrepreneur at George Washington University, said that most young Central Americans do not join gangs. “We have real aspirations and want real opportunities,” she said.

Other speakers included Anthony Kim, co-author of the annual Index of Economic Freedom, Esmeralda Lopez of the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants, and Reuben Smith-Vaughan of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.

For more information, visit www.globalpeace.org and www.misionpresidencial.com

Contact:           Michael Marshall, Global Peace Foundation
                       202-302-3756
                       [email protected]

Know the Score: Wearing Eye Protection Helps Prevent Athletes from Getting Benched Due to Ocular Injury

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West Virginia college basketball player Devin Williams is known for his goggles. Protective eyewear like his can cut the risk of sports eye injury significantly.

SAN FRANCISCO, March 17, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Sports-related eye injuries cause an estimated 100,000 doctor visits each year.1 Yet, most of these injuries can be prevented by wearing eye protection. In fact, a recent study of high school field hockey players shows that traumatic eye injuries fell 67 percent after eye protection became mandatory.2 In support of Sports Eye Safety Month in April, the American Academy of Ophthalmology is offering athletes of all ages guidance on how to best protect their eyes.

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Common sports eye injuries include corneal abrasions, lacerations and bleeding in the eye. Basketball players tend to get poked in the eye with fingers. Tennis and softball players more often get hit with fast moving balls. In contact sports like football and martial arts, more severe ocular injuries such as retinal detachment and orbital fracture occur. One-third of sports related eye injuries happen to kids.3

The good news is that 90 percent of eye injuries can be prevented with the use of protective eyewear. Save your vision while playing sports by following these tips:  

  • Wear the right eye protection: For basketball, racquet sports, soccer and field hockey, wear protection with shatterproof polycarbonate lenses.
  • Put your helmet on: For baseball, ice hockey and lacrosse, wear a helmet with a polycarbonate face mask or wire shield.
  • Know the standards: Choose eye protection that meets American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards. See the Academy’s protective eyewear webpage for more details.
  • Throw out old gear: Eye protection should be replaced when damaged or yellowed with age. Wear and tear may cause them to become weak and lose effectiveness.
  • Glasses won’t cut it: Regular prescription glasses may shatter when hit by flying objects. If you wear glasses, try sports goggles on top to protect your eyes and your frames.

“Virtually all sports eye injuries could be prevented by wearing proper eye protection,” said ophthalmologist Philip R. Rizzuto, M.D., clinical spokesperson for the Academy. “That’s why I always strongly encourage athletes to protect their eyes when participating in competitive sports.”

Anyone who experiences a sports eye injury should immediately visit an ophthalmologist, a physician specializing in medical and surgical eye care.

For more information on sports eye safety, see the American Academy of Ophthalmology’s EyeSmart® website at www.aao.org/eye-health.

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 www.aao.org.

1Eye injuries in athletics and recreation, Survey of Ophthalmology. 1996. Napier, et al.
2Eye Protection and Risk of Eye Injuries in High School Field Hockey, Pediatrics, Sept. 2015. Kriz, et al.
3Prevention of sports injuries, Journal of Ophthalmic Nursing & Technology, 1990. Vinger, P.F.

 

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Vlogger Blair Fowler Tapped By John Frieda® Hair Care

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CINCINNATI, March 17, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/– The modern beauty landscape is changing. After years of looking to preeminent stylists for trustworthy product recommendations and trendsetting style tips, today’s women are turning to additional sources for advice: real women. From bloggers and vloggers to Instagram stars, these “real women” are relatable for young viewers and resonate with fans who realize that looking “red carpet ready” every day isn’t always realistic. Now, the trailblazers at John Frieda® Hair Care are leading the charge by naming vlogger Blair Fowler to the brand’s House of Experts where she will join the likes of celebrity stylists such as Harry Josh.

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“This year, we’re launching innovative in-shower colour products never before seen in the market, so it only makes sense to add a real beauty enthusiast to our team,” explains Heather Warnke from Kao USA, Inc. “Blair has been a pioneer expert in the beauty space and has a unique voice speaking to and relating with women. Now, she’ll be able to provide them with first-hand insight into how she uses our products and incorporates them into her routines. With her immense following as a trusted beauty expert, she will serve as an incredible, fresh voice for the brand.”

For years, John Frieda® Hair Care has curated its House of Experts—a group of stylists and colourists who collaborate with the brand, maintaining its salon quality formulas and helping consumers navigate the line. The team offers everything from styling tips to product recommendations and trend forecasting, using their professional skills to show consumers how to achieve extraordinary hairstyles and colour on their own. Fowler will join the team as its first vlogger, marking a new era for the hair care industry and expanding what it means to be an expert. She will work with the brand to introduce fans to new offerings designed to bring salon-quality results into the home like Brilliant Brunette® Visibly Deeper™ and Visibly Brighter™ Shampoos, Conditioners and In-Shower Treatments showing every woman firsthand how to achieve her ultimate hair colour right in her own shower. This team of experts, combined with John Frieda®’ Hair Care’s research and development team, will continue to make the impossible possible when it comes to hair, pairing consumers with the right products for the style they desire. Find John Frieda® Hair Care on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

“I am so honored to be a part of such a legendary team,” says Fowler. “Not only do I admire the work of experts within the John Frieda® brand like renowned hairstylist Harry Josh, but I have been a longtime fan of the brand and can’t wait to help educate my audience on their latest innovations.”

Known for her beauty vlogs and makeup tutorials that have garnered over 240 million views, Blair got her start by joining her sister for a series of beauty and style videos. Together, the two sisters built a social media empire, expanding into health and fitness and becoming beauty consultants for Seventeen Magazine. The sisters then collaborated with a popular online retailer to launch an exclusive collection of shoes and handbags, and even launched their own makeup and fragrance line, Skylark. In addition to being a trusted beauty expert, Blair is also an actress, having landed multiple roles in both televisions series and films. In 2015, Blair and her father were cast in a popular reality television series that will be airing this spring.

ABOUT BLAIR FOWLER
At the age of 15, Blair Fowler with her sister took their passion for beauty and style and created online videos that have since grown into an online phenomenon that has led them to become one of the biggest international YouTube personalities. Their concept was simple — share their beauty experiences and begin posting makeup tutorials on YouTube – yet, the connection with viewers was incredible as they soon began attracting viewers around the world. The few initial videos have morphed into a library of video content and helped to launch a brand that is loyally followed and supported by their social media community.

Blair with more than 1.7 million YouTube followers Blair has posted hundreds of videos offering viewers tips, tricks, tutorials, faves and even celebrity interviews. As one of the most popular and widely recognized YouTube personalities in the U.S., as well as internationally, Blair currently reaches more than 269 million YouTube channel views. Her product faves and reviews are so beloved by viewers that many of the brands and products featured in their videos often sell-out within a week of airing. Since the launch of their original videos, the sisters have been working to develop their business and brand, working tirelessly on major partnerships, as well as developing their own product lines. They’ve launched a beauty line called Skylark, a YouTube “Beauty Vlogger Bootcamp” series, a cell phone case and two books that are part of their fictional book series. Follow Blair on YouTube, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

ABOUT KAO USA 
Kao USA Inc. is a leading manufacturer of premium beauty care brands that are recognized around the world for their innovation and quality. The Kao USA Inc. portfolio includes Ban® antiperspirant deodorants and Total Refresh® Cooling Body Cloths; Jergens® and Curel® hand and body lotions; Biore® facial care; John Frieda® Frizz-Ease®, Luxurious Volume, Sheer Blonde®, Beach Blonde®, Brilliant Brunette®, Radiant Red® and Precision Foam Colour professional hair care products. Founded in 1882, Kao USA Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Kao Corporation.