American Honda Sets New February Record; New Civic and Honda Division Lead with Second Consecutive Monthly Records

March 1, 2016

TORRANCE, California, March 1, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — American Honda Motor Co., Inc. today reported record February sales of 118,985 Honda and Acura vehicles, an increase of 12.8 percent. Honda Division set a new February record with 106,212 units sold, up 14.9 percent; Honda car sales reached 57,267 while record February truck sales totaled 48,945 for the month. Acura sales totaled 12,773 with sedan sales of 4,683 and trucks reaching 8,090 units in February.

Honda

Fresh off of a record January and led by record sales of the all-new 2016 Civic Sedan and the CR-V along with a strong performance by the Accord, the Honda brand set a new February sales mark.

Civic, relying only on sales of the Sedan, was the brand’s best-selling model for the month, setting a new February record, with sales up 31.7 percent to 27,707 units; the All-new Civic Coupe will accelerate that momentum when it goes on sale in mid-March.
Also bucking the light truck trend, Accord was up 19.3 percent on sales of 25,785 units.
CR-V, America’s best-selling SUV, was up 13.2 percent on record February sales of 25,250 vehicles.
Odyssey had a double digit gain, up 11.4 percent with 8,994 units sold for the month.
In high demand but short supply, Pilot sold 9,572 units, a strong month, but a 24.2 percent decrease compared to February 2015, when high inventories and aggressive sell-down efforts of the prior generation model led to near-record sales.

“Led by the all-new Civic, Honda cars are defying industry trends, even as our light truck models are red hot this winter,” said Jeff Conrad, senior vice president and general manager of the Honda Division. “With more versions of the Civic yet to go on sale and an all-new Ridgeline on the way, Honda is primed for an incredibly strong start to the year.”

Acura

While overall sales were down slightly for February, strong sales of the ILX, the brand’s gateway model; the launch of the Acura NSX online vehicle configurator in late February and a refreshed MDX set to debut at the New York Auto Show this month portend a strong year as the Acura brand approaches its 30^th anniversary in late March.

ILX followed up on a strong January result, rising an impressive 56.4 percent on sales of 1,500 units in February.
MDX, challenged by low inventory levels, was the brand’s best-selling model for the month with sales of 4,292 units in February, down 5.7 percent.

“As we approach the 30^th anniversary of the Acura brand in March and the launch of the NSX this spring, it’s encouraging to see the same kind of excitement associated with the early days of the brand,” said Jon Ikeda, vice president and general manager of the Acura division. “With a strong gateway model attracting new customers to the brand in the ILX, and an updated MDX about to debut at the New York auto show, it’s not simply cliché to say that the best is yet to come.”

	American Honda Vehicle Sales for February 2016
			Month-to-Date				Year-to-Date
			February 2016	February 2015	DSR** % Change	MoM % Change	February 2016	February 2015	DSR** % Change	YoY % Change
	American Honda Total		118,985	105,466	12.8%	12.8%	219,482	207,650	10.1%	5.7%
	Total Car Sales		61,950	53,269	16.3%	16.3%	116,332	103,284	17.3%	12.6%
	Total Truck Sales		57,035	52,197	9.3%	9.3%	103,150	104,366	3.0%	-1.2%
	Honda Total Car Sales		57,267	48,692	17.6%	17.6%	108,079	94,623	19.0%	14.2%
	Honda Total Truck Sales		48,945	43,782	11.8%	11.8%	88,380	88,053	4.6%	0.4%
	Acura Total Car Sales		4,683	4,577	2.3%	2.3%	8,253	8,661	-0.7%	-4.7%
	Acura Total Truck Sales		8,090	8,415	-3.9%	-3.9%	14,770	16,313	-5.7%	-9.5%
	Total Domestic Car Sales		58,489	52,687	11.0%	11.0%	109,939	102,064	12.2%	7.7%
	Honda Division		53,909	48,287	11.6%	11.6%	101,887	93,762	13.2%	8.7%
	Acura Division		4,580	4,400	4.1%	4.1%	8,052	8,302	1.0%	-3.0%
	Total Domestic Truck Sales		57,035	52,197	9.3%	9.3%	103,150	104,366	3.0%	-1.2%
	Honda Division		48,945	43,782	11.8%	11.8%	88,380	88,053	4.6%	0.4%
	Acura Division		8,090	8,415	-3.9%	-3.9%	14,770	16,313	-5.7%	-9.5%
	Total Import Car Sales		3,461	582	494.7%	494.7%	6,393	1,220	445.9%	424.0%
	Honda Division		3,358	405	729.1%	729.1%	6,192	861	649.1%	619.2%
	Acura Division		103	177	-41.8%	-41.8%	201	359	-41.7%	-44.0%
	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		106,212	92,474	14.9%	14.9%	196,459	182,676	12.0%	7.5%
	* ACCORD		25,785	21,616	19.3%	19.3%	46,550	42,627	13.8%	9.2%
	* CIVIC		27,707	21,038	31.7%	31.7%	54,448	39,737	42.7%	37.0%
	CR-Z		128	175	-26.9%	-26.9%	320	371	-10.2%	-13.7%
	* FIT		3,647	5,652	-35.5%	-35.5%	6,742	11,454	-38.7%	-41.1%
	INSIGHT		0	211	-100.0%	-100.0%	19	434	-95.4%	-95.6%

	CROSSTOUR		190	643	-70.5%	-70.5%	456	1,304	-63.6%	-65.0%
	* CR-V		25,250	22,298	13.2%	13.2%	44,458	45,509	1.8%	-2.3%
	HR-V		4,940	0	0.0%	0.0%	9,117	0	0.0%	0.0%
	ODYSSEY		8,994	8,076	11.4%	11.4%	16,215	15,946	5.9%	1.7%
	PILOT		9,572	12,629	-24.2%	-24.2%	18,133	24,944	-24.3%	-27.3%
	RIDGELINE		-1	136	-100.7%	-100.7%	1	350	-99.7%	-99.7%

	***	Memo: Accord FHEV	68	832	-91.8%	-91.8%	139	1,637	-91.2%	-91.5%
		Memo: Accord PHEV	0	12	-100.0%	-100.0%	0	40	-100.0%	-100.0%
		Memo: Civic Hybrid	143	358	-60.1%	-60.1%	304	678	-53.3%	-55.2%
	Acura Division Total		12,773	12,992	-1.7%	-1.7%	23,023	24,974	-4.0%	-7.8%
	ILX		1,500	959	56.4%	56.4%	2,733	1,951	45.9%	40.1%
	RLX / RL		103	173	-40.5%	-40.5%	201	349	-40.0%	-42.4%
	TL		0	22	-100.0%	-100.0%	0	40	-100.0%	-100.0%
	TLX		3,080	3,419	-9.9%	-9.9%	5,319	6,311	-12.2%	-15.7%
	TSX		0	4	-100.0%	-100.0%	0	10	-100.0%	-100.0%

	MDX		4,292	4,553	-5.7%	-5.7%	7,868	8,934	-8.3%	-11.9%
	RDX		3,798	3,862	-1.7%	-1.7%	6,902	7,379	-2.6%	-6.5%

	***	Memo: ILX Hybrid	0	5	-100.0%	-100.0%	0	8	-100.0%	-100.0%
		Memo: RLX Hybrid	12	21	-42.9%	-42.9%	30	35	-10.7%	-14.3%
		Memo: TSX Wagon	0	1	-100.0%	-100.0%	0	1	-100.0%	-100.0%
	Selling Days		24	24			48	50
	**** Hybrid		351	1,614	-78.3%	-78.3%	812	3,203	-73.6%	-74.6%

	* 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 and RLX Sport Hybrid

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AARP Endorses Governor Cuomo’s Paid Family Leave Proposal to Help Family Caregivers

March 1, 2016

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ALBANY, New York, March 1, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — AARP today endorsed Governor Andrew Cuomo’s proposal to create a paid family leave law that would be stronger than any already on the books to help New York’s family caregivers, and the Governor is planning to speak directly to AARP members from across the state during a teletown hall this evening to urge them to help get the job done.

Today’s endorsement came as more than 100 AARP members and volunteers from around the state met with their state legislators individually at the capital and urged them to approve the plan as part of the 2016-17 state budget. AARP members and volunteers joined AARP New York State Director Beth Finkel on the state Capitol’s Million Dollar Staircase for the announcement.

The teletown hall will begin at 5:20 p.m. In addition to being able to ask the Governor questions directly, participants will have the opportunity to contact their State Senator urging support of the Governor’s proposal.

The Governor’s plan would provide up to 12 weeks per year of paid leave for working New Yorkers to care for newborn children and working family caregivers to care for sick family members. It would be financed entirely through employee contributions starting at approximately 70 cents per week and rising to approximately $1.40 when full benefits kick in.

Employees would ultimately receive two thirds of their weekly pay while on leave, up to a maximum of two thirds the state’s average wage. The two thirds wage replacement cap will particularly help lower-income workers.

“No New Yorker should be forced to choose between paying their bills and caring for a sick loved one,” said Governor Cuomo. “We are going to pass paid family leave in this state and ensure fairness and dignity for all households. It’s time that we set a new national standard for supporting working families, and New York is going to lead the way.”

“AARP applauds Governor Cuomo for his leadership on paid family leave,” said AARP CEO Jo Ann Jenkins. “Helping caregivers to assist their loved ones is a common-sense approach that results in more people being able to live independently in their home, rather than having to move into a more costly, and often taxpayer-funded institutional setting.”

“AARP New York is proud that our Governor is fighting for a paid family leave benefit that would be stronger than any other on the books, and we enthusiastically support his plan and urge our legislators to adopt it as part of the new state budget,” said Beth Finkel, State Director of AARP in New York State, home to 2.6 million of AARP’s 38 million members nationally. “Working family caregivers shouldn’t have to choose between making a living and caring for mom or dad or their spouse. Paid family leave would ensure they don’t.

“AARP appreciates Governor Cuomo’s willingness to speak to our members on tonight’s teletown hall,” Finkel added. “Our population is aging, and family caregivers will only become more and more stressed as time goes on. New York has over two million family caregivers who provide unpaid care valued at $31.3 billion a year. They are a resource we should support.”

“Many people need this,” said AARP volunteer Toni Salomone, 72, of Islip Terrace, whose daughter had to take four weeks off unpaid from her job as a teacher two years ago to be with her father, Toni’s husband. “I really needed her support at the time. It was so difficult financially.”

“Paid Family Leave would have really benefitted me,” said Richard McGee, 64, an AARP volunteer from Garden City who has been caring for his 95-year-old mother. “Sometimes I received calls in the middle of the night, but I was at a job where I couldn’t miss days.” He’s between jobs now but said paid family leave would help at his next job.

As New York’s population ages, there will be fewer family members available to provide care for more aging adults who will need it. In 2010 there was a potential pool of 6.6 people aged 45-65 for every person 80 and older who would likely need care at some point. That number will shrink to 4.8 by 2030 and 3.5 by 2050.

The United States is one of the only developed nations in the world that does not provide paid family leave. California, New Jersey and Rhode Island are the only states that currently offer paid family leave..

An AARP-commissioned survey of voters 50 and older across New York state in 2014 found 73 percent support paid family leave. More recently, a Sienna Research Institute poll published on February 1, 2016 found that 80 percent of New Yorkers support paid family leave.

SBS Miami Radio Stations, Zeta 92.3FM And La Nueva I95.7FM Supports Operation Smile “Da Una Sonrisa. Cambia Una Vida Para Siempre” Radiothon

March 1, 2016

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MIAMI, Feb. 29, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Hispanic community in the South Florida area will be calling their favorite radio stations WCMQ-FM Zeta 92.3FM and WRMA-FM La Nueva I 95.7FM on Tuesday, March 1^st 2016 from 6am to 7pm, to support the inaugural Operation Smile “Da una Sonrisa. Cambia una vida para siempre” radiothon benefiting “Operation Smile” the international children’s medical charity that provides free life-changing surgeries for children with cleft lip, cleft palate and other facial malformations.

The radiothon will take place with two of the most listened to radio stations in the south Florida market, the event is set to raise more than 209 smiles to support the Operation Smile mission: with a global network of thousands of credentialed medical volunteers from more than 80 countries, dedicated to helping improve the health and lives of children from more than 60 countries.

The two participating radio stations WCMQ-FM Zeta 92.3FM and WRMA-FM La Nueva I 95.7FM from Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. are based in Miami, Florida. Because of successful events like these, no family ever receives a bill from Operation Smile for treatment, travel, housing or food, because all a family should worry about is helping their child live.

Operation Smile has provided more than 220,000 free surgical procedures for children and young adults born with cleft lip, cleft palate and other facial deformities.

“Joining the lifesaving mission of Operation Smile was an easy choice. I knew our listeners would be supportive, but their generosity will exceed our expectations,” said Carolina Santamarina, VP of Sales & General Manager of SBS Miami.

Tuesday March 1^st, 2016, our own Operation Smile, “Da una Sonrisa. Cambia una vida para siempre”– radiothon will have the support of Zeta’s 92.3FM popular and well-known DJ’s and talent, including Oscar Haza, Orietta De Luque, Caferro, and Chu Diaz from the morning show “Ahora con Oscar Haza“, Adrian Mesa, Laurita Garcia and Omar Moynelo from “El Cañonazo de la Tarde”. As well as La Nueva I95.7FM personalities, Humberto Rodriguez “El Gato” and Monica Pasqualotto from “El Show del Gato”, Stefanny Ramirez “Shefy”, DJ Lazaro Lorenzo from the afternoon show, who will be present to entertain and encourage listeners to make a donation to Operation Smile. One hundred percent of the funds raised during this radiothon will support Operation Smile.

“This is a wonderful opportunity to give back to an organization that provides quality healthcare treatments for our kids and their families,” said Jesus Salas, EVP of Programming of SBS. “Our WCMQ-FM Zeta 92.3FM and WRMA-FM La Nueva I 95.7FM listeners have given generously over the years and we’re looking forward to another great radiothon again this year!”

For more information about, Operation Smile, “Da una Sonrisa. Cambia una vida para siempre”–or to make a donation, visit http://i95fm.lamusica.com/eventos/operation-smile , http://zeta92.lamusica.com/eventos/operation-smile or call (844)-Donemos (366-3667).

About Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc.:

Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. is the largest publicly traded Hispanic-controlled media and entertainment Company in the United States. SBS owns and operates 20 radio stations in the top U.S. Hispanic markets of New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Chicago, San Francisco and Puerto Rico, airing the Tropical, Mexican Regional, Spanish Adult Contemporary, Spanish Oldies and Urbano format genres. SBS also operates AIRE Radio Networks, a national radio platform which creates, distributes and markets leading Spanish-language radio programming to over 100 affiliated stations reaching 88% of the U.S. Hispanic audience. The Company also owns and operates MegaTV, a television operation with over-the-air, cable and satellite distribution and affiliates throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico. SBS also produces live concerts and events and owns 21 bilingual websites, including Lamusica.com, an online destination and mobile app providing content related to Latin music, entertainment, news and culture. For more information, visit us online at www.spanishbroadcasting.com.

About Operation Smile:

Operation Smile, headquartered in Virginia Beach, Virginia, is an international medical charity with a presence in more than 60 countries, whose global network of thousands of credentialed medical volunteers from more than 80 countries is dedicated to helping improve the health and lives of children. Since its founding in 1982, Operation Smile has provided more than 220,000 free surgical procedures for children and young adults born with cleft lip, cleft palate and other facial deformities. To build long-term sufficiency in resource poor environments, Operation Smile trains doctors and local medical professionals in its partner countries so they are empowered to treat their local communities. Operation Smile also donates medical equipment, supplies and provides year-round medical treatment through its worldwide centers.

Media Contact for SBS:
Vladimir Gomez
Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. (SBS)
[email protected]
(786) 394-9000 ext. 1144

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Former CEO of Google and Facebook for Latin American and US Hispanics Acquires Full-Service Marketing Agency in the US

March 1, 2016

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MIAMI, March 1, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Alexandre Hohagen, former CEO of Google and Facebook in Latin America and US Hispanics, is joining Nobox, a pioneer full-service marketing agency to continue developing its strong Latin America business, as CEO and Partner. Hohagen will bring his experience with advertising and technology in these markets with the goal to further enhance the agency’s relevancy and footprint for its marquee clients including Netflix, PlayStation, Hotel Tonight, Marriott, Copa Airlines, Royal Caribbean and Volkswagen.

“Nobox’s work for some of the world’s leading brands, bringing relevant digital strategies to Latin America, made it quickly the most consistent digital agency in the region. We were attracted to Nobox because of the combination it brings of creativity and technology, to achieve amazing results for its clients. We are thrilled to be part of it,” Hohagen said.

In addition to Hohagen, Pedro Cabral, founder and former CEO of Agencia Click in Brazil and former Chairman of Isobar Global, will become the new Chairman and Investing Partner, joining Co-Founder Jayson Fittipaldi, who will remain as Chief Creative Officer. Carlos Garcia, Co-Founder and former CEO of Nobox will remain a partner and advisor on innovation as he leads a new venture in marketing tech.

“Through the way Nobox approaches marketing, we are able to deliver solutions in a broad way, allowing us to eliminate media waste; and that is crucial for Latin America companies today,” Cabral added.

Nobox is a full-service marketing agency with more than 15 years in the market. With a philosophy of creating meaningful relationships between brands and consumers, the group has managed to position themselves as leader in creating marketing strategies based on people. With a clear focus on digital and social, Nobox supports brands to achieve their objectives online and beyond.

“Since co-founding the agency with Carlos Garcia back in 2001, our focus has always been on becoming the most relevant digital agency around. The experience that Pedro brings in digital, along with the knowledge in performance marketing and success that Alexandre has reached spearheading the launch of both Google and Facebook in the Latin American and US Hispanic markets, are the perfect combination to take our work to the next level,” said Fittipaldi.

“Having Alexandre as our partner at Nobox is a validation of the success of this independent agency and its potential,” said Garcia. “Welcoming Pedro and Alexandre to our partnership puts Nobox in a fast track to work with the world’s largest brands and contribute to their success at the highest level.”

Growth is a big objective to Nobox, which will now broaden its offering as part of the considerable change ahead. In 2016, Nobox has the opportunity to continue developing in the US Hispanic and Latin America region, even though some markets are going through tough times: “We see a big opportunity in Latin America. We believe that now is the perfect time for us to grow, especially as some markets struggle. Our approach is very much focused on impact and results; and that’s exactly what clients will be focused on moving forward,” Hohagen said.

ABOUT NOBOX
Headquartered in Miami, Nobox is a full-service marketing agency that combines creativity and technology to connect global brands with consumers in ways that will move the business needle. It provides results driven marketing strategies and campaigns focused in Latin America and the US Hispanic Markets, for clients as Netflix, PlayStation, Marriott, Copa Airlines, Royal Caribbean, Volkswagen, Hotel Tonight, and REV Group.

Media contact:
Maria Alejandra Ghersi [email protected]

(Español) PANCAKES GRATIS POR UNA BUENA CAUSA EN EL DIA NACIONAL DEL PANCAKE

March 1, 2016

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Air pollution linked to higher risk of preterm birth for mothers with asthma

March 1, 2016

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Early exposure may affect pregnancy outcomes, NIH study finds

BETHESDA, Maryland, March 1, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Pregnant women with asthma may be at greater risk of preterm birth when exposed to high levels of certain traffic-related air pollutants, according to a study by researchers at the National Institutes of Health and other institutions.

The researchers observed an increased risk associated with both ongoing and short-term exposure to nitrogen oxides and carbon monoxide, particularly when women were exposed to those pollutants just before conception and in early pregnancy.

For example, an increase of 30 parts per billion in nitrogen oxide exposure in the three months prior to pregnancy increased preterm birth risk by nearly 30 percent for women with asthma, compared to 8 percent for women without asthma. Greater carbon monoxide exposure during the same period raised preterm birth risk by 12 percent for asthmatic women, but had no effect on preterm birth risk for non-asthmatics.

The last six weeks of pregnancy was another critical window for women with asthma, according to the researchers. Exposure to high levels of particulate matter—very small particles of substances like acids, metals, and dust in the air—also was associated with higher preterm birth risk.

The study was published online in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology.

“Preterm birth is a major public health problem in this country, affecting more than 1 in 10 infants born in the United States,” said Pauline Mendola, Ph.D., lead author and an investigator at the NIH’s Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development. “Our study found that air pollution appears to add to the preterm birth risk faced by women with asthma. These findings set the stage for further studies designed to help prevent preterm birth in this at-risk group.”

Asthma is a lung disease that affects an estimated 9 percent of women of reproductive age in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Maternal asthma is associated with a higher risk of pregnancy complications and health problems for infants.

While prior studies have examined the effects of various air pollutants on preterm birth risk, the research team said that its study is the first to examine whether exposure to air pollution before conception might affect later pregnancy.

“Early environmental exposures can have significant effects on later health,” said Dr. Mendola. “In this case, it may be that early exposure to air pollution sets off inflammation or other internal stresses that interfere with embryo implantation or placental development. Those disruptions could lead to preterm delivery down the road. More research will help us to better understand the potential impact of air pollution in the months surrounding conception.”

Also taking part in the study were researchers from the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth; the National Institute for Health and Welfare in Oulu, Finland; the Emmes Corporation in Rockville, Maryland; and Texas A&M University in College Station.

The researchers analyzed data from a national sample of 223,502 singleton pregnancies (pregnancies with a single fetus), delivered at 19 hospitals around the country from 2002 to 2008. Electronic medical records of the women included their asthma status and date of delivery.

The team matched that data with daily measures of air quality from the regions surrounding each of the hospitals to assess the potential effects of air pollution, week by week, on preterm birth risk. They studied six pollutants and accounted for such factors as location, age, race and ethnicity, pre-pregnancy weight, smoking and alcohol use, and chronic maternal health conditions.

The research team hopes that studies like this one will one day improve the care of pregnant women with asthma and reduce their risk for preterm birth.

Meanwhile, people with asthma who are concerned about exposures to air pollution may want to limit their outdoor activity during periods when the air quality is forecast to be unhealthy for sensitive groups, said Dr. Mendola. Air quality data are available from the Environmental Protection Agency at www.airnow.gov.

Reference

Mendola P, Wallace M, Hwang BS, Liu D, Robledo C, Männistö T, Sundaram R, Sherman S, Ying Q, and Grantz KL. Preterm Birth and Air Pollution: Critical Windows of Exposure for Women with Asthma. Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, 2016.

About the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD): NICHD sponsors research on development, before and after birth; maternal, child, and family health; reproductive biology and population issues; and medical rehabilitation. For more information, visit the Institute’s website at http://www.nichd.nih.gov/.

About the National Institutes of Health (NIH): NIH, the nation’s medical research agency, includes 27 Institutes and Centers and is a component of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. NIH is the primary federal agency conducting and supporting basic, clinical, and translational medical research, and is investigating the causes, treatments, and cures for both common and rare diseases. For more information about NIH and its programs, visit http://www.nih.gov.

Sam Wyly Announces Release of “The Immigrant Spirit: How Newcomers Enrich America”

March 1, 2016

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DALLAS, March 1, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Texas entrepreneur, Sam Wyly, recently published his book, The Immigrant Spirit: How Newcomers Enrich America.

“Immigration is a global hot topic, and my new book tells powerful stories of immigrants and the many contributions they have made, and will continue to make, to the greatest of all dreams, the American Dream,” Mr. Wyly said.

“While we’ve faced many challenges in the entrepreneurial effort to create this book, I’m thrilled that The Immigrant Spirit is now available in print and electronic formats,” Mr. Wyly said. Visit WylyBooks.com for direct links to purchase either format.

Wyly presents a fascinating, often surprising portrait of how newcomers enrich America, focusing on communities throughout the U.S.A., and people from all walks of life and parts of the world. Weaving historical anecdotes with present-day realities, he brings to life his particular vision of immigrants.

“Immigrants are natural risk-takers and innovators,” Mr. Wyly said. “They are great patriots and entrepreneurs. They are essential to a strong economy.”

Illustrated with colorful images, timelines, facts, and graphs—and filled with inspiring quotes and ideas—The Immigrant Spirit will change the way you think about what it means to be American today.

About The Immigrant Spirit: How Newcomers Enrich America by Sam Wyly
An educational book with stories of immigrants living the American Dream. Published by WylyBooks Company, a Texas non-profit corporation. Books are available on iBooks ($9.99) and from Amazon ($40). Access either at WylyBooks.com.

About Sam Wyly
Sam Wyly is a lifelong entrepreneur and author. His first book, 1,000 Dollars & An Idea, a memoir, tells his stories of building companies, including University Computing, Michaels Arts & Crafts, and Sterling Software. His second book, Texas Got It Right!, was gifted to 450,000 students, teachers, thought leaders, and librarians.

About Charitable Contributions
The Immigrant Spirit: How Newcomers Enrich America, is a sponsored project of Fractured Atlas, a non-profit arts service organization. Contributions for the charitable purposes of The Immigrant Spirit: How Newcomers Enrich America must be made payable to “Fractured Atlas” only and are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. Please mail checks to WylyBooks, 300 Crescent Court, Suite 850, Dallas, Texas 75201. Credit card contributions may be made at the Fractured Atlas website: www.bit.ly/TISFA

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March 1, 2016

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MoneyGram and UK Post Launch New Services as they Celebrate 20-Year Business Relationship

March 1, 2016

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LONDON, March 1, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — MoneyGram (NASDAQ: MGI) and Post Office Limited celebrated a milestone in their successful long-standing business alliance by marking their 20-year relationship and their 20-millionth money transfer transaction today at a ceremony at London’s British Museum. Pam Patsley, MoneyGram’s executive chairman, joined Paula Vennells, chief executive officer for the Post Office, to host the day’s events.

As part of the celebration, MoneyGram and the Post Office also introduced a new “MoneyGram Plus” card program to enhance the customer experience, saving time and making transactions even more convenient. “MoneyGram Plus” allows both the sender and receiver information to be stored in the MoneyGram system, thereby simplifying the process for repeat transactions.

“This is a significant milestone and a very proud moment for all of us at MoneyGram. The 20-year business relationship we are celebrating today is a testament to the strength of a shared commitment MoneyGram and the Post Office have to each other and most importantly to our customers,” said Patsley. “We are excited to continue working closely with the Post Office to provide customers with simple and convenient access to financial services they depend on and trust.”

The Post Office, which serves over 17 million people a week, has been a MoneyGram agent since 1996, providing MoneyGram money transfer services in more than 11,500 branch locations across the UK. It is MoneyGram’s largest agent network in Western Europe.

“Through our successful 20-year relationship with MoneyGram, we have made sending or receiving money around the world easier and, with the introduction of new services, this will get even easier,” said Vennells, chief executive of Post Office. “With our 11,500 branches, Post Office is the largest UK retail network with extensive operating hours and over 3,000 branches open seven days a week making it convenient for MoneyGram customers to access a wide range of services at a time that suits them. We are delighted to be part of the new service launch on the same day as we celebrate our 20-millionth transaction together.”

According to the World Bank, the UK is home to nearly 8 million immigrants. The biggest diaspora groups moved to the country from India, Poland, Pakistan and the Republic of Ireland. The World Bank data reveals that in 2014, an estimated $2.5 billion USD was sent from the UK and $1.8 billion USD flowed into the country.

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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 customers 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.

About Post Office
The Post Office (Post Office Limited) has an unrivalled national network of over 11,500 branches across the UK, more than all the high street banks combined, and sits at the heart of communities in Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales and England. The Post Office has made a commitment to maintaining its network of branches at its current size and reach. It provides around 170 different products and services spanning financial services including savings, insurance, loans, mortgages and credit cards; Government services; telephony; foreign currency; travel insurance and mail services.

The Post Office serves over 17 million customers a week and a third of small businesses. Some 99.7% of the total population live within three miles of a post office and over 97% live with one mile of a post office. For many rural communities, the post office is the only retail outlet. Post Offices branches remain highly valued and trusted, and are the focal point of many communities. For more information, visit www.postoffice.co.uk.

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