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Aeromexico Opens Direct Flight From Mexico City To Cozumel

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Aeromexico Opens Direct Flight From Mexico City To Cozumel

Beginning October 1, the airline will offer new daily service between these two cities

With this, Aeromexico expands its presence in the Caribbean, making it the airline’s 46th available in Mexico


MEXICO CITY, July 15, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Aeromexico, Mexico’s global airline, announced the beginning of its new daily service between Mexico City to Cozumel on October 1st, with Embraer 145 jets, with 50 passenger seats and the following schedule:

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Mexico City – Cozumel*

Cozumel – Mexico City*

AM2450

12 noon

2:22 p.m.

Daily

AM2451

2:50 p.m.

5:22 p.m.

Daily

*The schedules shown are local and subject to change without notice.

“The 700 weekly seats available on this route, will have a positive impact on arrivals because travelers will now have direct access to this popular tourist spot in Cozumel, thanks to Aeromexico’s extensive connectivity to and from 80 national and international destinations,” said Anko van der Werff, Chief Revenue Officer at Aeromexico.

“Through Aeromexico’s direct route from Mexico City to the Island of Cozumel, we will broaden our tourist destinations, inviting more visitors to enjoy this island’s beautiful beaches, turquoise waters, breathtaking sunsets, along with the warmth of its people; not to mention countless activities and experiences like scuba diving, snorkeling, archeologic excursions or visiting downtown and the iconic waterfront, El Malecon” said Carlos Manuel Joaquin Gonzalez, Deputy Secretary of Tourism Development and Innovation of the Department of Tourism.

“We will strengthen our domestic flight connectivity, particularly in the Mexican Caribbean, with this route and more. SECTUR welcomes this flight which helps to position Mexico in the national and international tourism landscape,” added the Deputy.

The addition of Cozumel to Aeromexico’s network, reinforces the presence of the airline in both the Caribbean as well as on a national scale, it also marks this as the 46th destination it serves in Mexico, which will connect with the 16 cities in the United States from where the carrier operates.

About Grupo Aeromexico

Grupo Aeromexico, S.A.B. de C.V. is a holding company whose subsidiaries provide commercial aviation services in Mexico and the promotion of passenger loyalty programs. Aeromexico, Mexico’s global airline, operates more than 600 daily flights from its main hub in Terminal 2 at the Mexico City International Airport. Its route network reaches over 80 cities on three continents: including 46 destinations in Mexico, 16 in the United States, 15 in Latin America, three in Canada, three in Europe and two in Asia.

The Group’s fleet of more than 120 aircraft is comprised of Boeing 787, 777, 767 and 737 jet airliners and next generation Embraer 145, 170, 175 and 190 models. In 2012, the airline announced the most significant investment strategy in aviation history in Mexico, to purchase 100 Boeing aircraft including 90 MAX 737 jet airliners and ten 787-9 Dreamliners.

As a founding member of the SkyTeam airline alliance, Aeromexico offers customers more than 1,000 destinations in 177 countries served by the 20 SkyTeam airline partners rewarding passengers with benefits including access to 636 premium airport lounges around the world. Aeromexico also offers travel options through its code share partners Delta Air Lines, Alaska Airlines, Avianca, LAN, TACA and TAM with extensive connectivity in countries like the United States, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia and Peru. www.aeromexico.com www.skyteam.com http://disfrutaam.tumblr.com/


NxStage Launches New Spanish-Language Resources for Hispanic Patients

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NxStage Launches New Spanish-Language Resources for Hispanic Patients

Leading home hemodialysis product provider expands bilingual technical and customer support


LAWRENCE, Massachusetts, July 15, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — NxStage Medical, Inc. (Nasdaq: NXTM) today announced the launch of new Spanish-language resources to improve accessibility of home hemodialysis (HHD) with the NxStage® System One™ for Spanish speaking dialysis patients.  In addition to providing Spanish education and training materials, NxStage, a leading manufacturer of dialysis products, has expanded its full-service technical and customer support to include bilingual assistance. 

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Magda Castaneda, RN, BSN, CNN, HTC, owner and director of Utopia Health Career Center, hopes the new resources will encourage Spanish-speaking dialysis patients to consider at-home therapy. “In my 18 years as a dialysis nurse, seven of them in home hemodialysis, I can say that having educational materials and professional support in Spanish is huge progress for the Hispanic community in need of dialysis treatments.”

“It is exciting to know that NxStage has training materials available in Spanish.  NxStage’s training materials were very easy to use and accelerated my ability to learn how to use the System One at home,” stated Walfred Lopez, a NxStage patient.

“The percentage of dialysis patients for which Spanish is the first language is as high as 30 percent in the United States,” said Joseph Turk, President of NxStage Medical. “We want to provide all patients with access to important resources to be successful with home hemodialysis.  These expanded initiatives have the potential to really make an impact with both new and existing Hispanic patients.”

For more information regarding NxStage’s new Spanish-language resources please visit http://go.nxstage.com/hhdesp/

NxStage’s expanded bilingual technical and customer support team is based at the Company’s headquarters in Lawrence, MA and is available by calling 1-866-NXSTAGE (1-866-697-8243).  Talk to your doctor to find out if home hemodialysis is right for you.

About the NxStage System One
The NxStage System One is the first and only truly portable hemodialysis system cleared specifically by the FDA for home hemodialysis and home nocturnal hemodialysis. Its simplicity and revolutionary size (just over a foot tall) are intended to allow convenient use in patients’ homes and give patients the freedom to travel with their therapy. When combined with the NxStage PureFlow SL Dialysis Preparation System, patients are able to further simplify, using ordinary tap water to create dialysis fluid on demand. Unlike conventional hemodialysis systems, the System One requires no special infrastructure to operate. Under the guidance of their physician, patients can use the NxStage System One, with their trained partners, where, how and when it best meets their needs, including while they are sleeping – at home or on vacation and at a medically appropriate treatment frequency. http://www.nxstage.com/.

About NxStage Medical
NxStage Medical Inc. (Nasdaq: NXTM) is a medical device company, headquartered in Lawrence, Massachusetts, USA, that develops, manufactures and markets innovative products for the treatment of ESRD and acute kidney failure. For more information on NxStage and its products, please visit the Company’s website at www.nxstage.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

This release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements contained in this release that are not clearly historical in nature are forward-looking, and the words “anticipate,” “believe,” “expect,” “estimate,” “plan,” and similar expressions are generally intended to identify forward-looking statements. Actual results may differ materially from those indicated by these forward-looking statements as a result of various important factors including those that are discussed in NxStage’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2015. NxStage is under no obligation to (and expressly disclaims any such obligation to) update or alter its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Media contact: 
Kristen K. Sheppard, Esq.
[email protected]


(Español) La Perdida Permanente de la Visión Puede Suceder en un Parpadeo

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Live Nation Renames The Chicago Region’s Premiere Live Music Venue Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre

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Live Nation Renames The Chicago Region’s Premiere Live Music Venue Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre


CHICAGO, July 15, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Live Nation Entertainment and Hollywood Casino of Aurora and Joliet today announced a multi-year agreement to name the Chicago metropolitan area’s largest outdoor amphitheater Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre.

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“We are excited to connect two prominent entertainment brands in the Chicagoland market. We believe this opportunity further solidifies our commitment to providing exciting entertainment options for our customers and exposes our brand to a whole new demographic. Hollywood Casino Joliet and Aurora are so excited to be partnering with Live Nation and this premier venue,” said Wayne Smith, general manager of Hollywood Casino, and Rafael Verde, general manager of Hollywood Casino Aurora.

Located in Chicago’s southwest suburb of Tinley Park, Illinois, Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, having opened in 1990. With a capacity of 28,000, the amphitheater attracts fans from throughout Chicagoland and has an approximate attendance of 400,000 fans per year. It is recognized as one of the biggest amphitheater venues in America, ranking in the top 10 each year by Pollstar, and boasts the unique feature of having elevated, private skyboxes. This historic venue has hosted a vast array of artists from legendary acts to modern music. A sample of the many past performances at the amphitheater includes: Bob Dylan, Dave Matthews Band, Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefer Band, Blake Shelton, Aerosmith and Bruno Mars.

“We look forward to a long-term, innovative sponsorship relationship with Hollywood Casino, by offering them a unique platform to integrate their brand throughout the live entertainment experience,” says Marc Abend, senior vice president of Live Nation venue sales. “As the naming rights sponsor, they will also gain exclusive benefits to offer their customers in the future.”

The Hollywood Casino Joliet and the Hollywood Casino Aurora are owned and operated by Penn National Gaming. The Joliet casino has a newly remodeled 50,000 square feet casino floor with a variety of slots, table games and live poker action. Also, for the full Hollywood experience, there is food to enjoy and a place to stay where guests play either at The Hollywood Casino Hotel or fully equipped RV resort. The Hollywood Casino Aurora is located in the western suburbs of Chicago, Illinois. With casino action, table games and slots, the fun never stops. The Aurora casino offers a variety of dining experiences as well.

This is the second Live Nation venue Hollywood Casino will have naming rights to, after the casino sealed a deal with Live Nation’s St. Louis venue in November 2014.

There is an amazing lineup of shows still on tap for the 2015 season at the Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre including: Jason Aldean, Van Halen, Kid Rock, J. Cole, Tim McGraw, Nicki Minaj and Ed Sheeran.

About Hollywood Casino Aurora

Hollywood Casino Aurora is a Penn National Gaming casino located 50 minutes west of Chicago along the Aurora Riverwalk on the banks of the Fox River in downtown Aurora. The 53,000 square-foot casino offers more than 1,170 slot machines, 26 table games and an action-packed poker room. Entertainment and dining opportunities include, the Center Stage Entertainment Venue, Fairbanks Steakhouse, Epic Buffet and Take Two Deli. For more information, go to http://www.HollywoodCasinoAurora.com.

About Hollywood Casino Joliet

Hollywood Casino Joliet, the former Empress Casino Joliet, is a Penn National Gaming casino conveniently located 45 minutes southwest of Chicago near the I-80/I-55 interchange in Joliet. The 50,000 square-foot-casino—the most spacious in Northern Illinois—offers more than 1,100 slot machines, action-packed table games and multiple smoking environments conveniently located off the casino floor. A new $65 million dining and entertainment pavilion opened Dec. 2010 featuring Final Cut Steakhouse, Epic Buffet, Hollywood Stadium Sports Bar and Rodeo Drive Gift Shop. For more information, go to http://www.HollywoodCasinoJoliet.com.

About Live Nation Entertainment

Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, Live Nation Media & Sponsorship and Artist Nation Management. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com.


Dr Pepper Partners with Romeo Santos to Kick Off This Year’s “Dare to Discover” Campaign

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Dr Pepper Partners with Romeo Santos to Kick Off This Year’s “Dare to Discover” Campaign

Dr Pepper will also award $75,000 in scholarships
at Premios Juventud 2015 with Jessica Cediel


PLANO, Texas, July 15, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Dr Pepper has a heritage of elevating unique stories and people – such as Romeo Santos, Latin superstar and Grammy-nominated Bachata singer – who break the mold and dare to make the world their own. To continue its celebration of curiosity and individuality, especially among the Hispanic community, Dr Pepper is hosting a private concert featuring Santos on Wednesday, July 15 as part of its “Dare to Discover” campaign. The exclusive event kicks off the brand’s presence at this year’s Premios Juventud and dares fans to discover the unique flavors of Dr Pepper – and life in general.

“It’s an honor to join forces with Dr Pepper in the lead up to Premios Juventud as we celebrate the accomplishments of the Hispanic community – everything from music to entertainment to education,” said Santos. “To that end, I’m especially proud to work with a brand that recognizes the talents of rising Hispanic high school students as they embark in achieving their life-long dreams.”

This month, Dr Pepper has chosen two outstanding students to receive $75,000 in scholarships as part of the “Dare to Discover” campaign, which encourages Hispanic students to follow their dreams and reach for their goals. The annual scholarship program targets high school seniors of Hispanic heritage who are pursuing a higher education, ultimately selecting recipients based on academic achievement, financial need and an essay submission.

“We recognize the financial challenges certain students may face as they strive to obtain higher education,” said Bernardo Meza, Director of Hispanic Marketing at Dr Pepper Snapple Group. “To lessen this burden, we are proud to award these scholarships to deserving Hispanic students as they make their bold dreams a reality and become even stronger leaders in our communities.”

The winners of the “Dare to Discover” scholarship will be announced by Dr Pepper spokesperson Jessica Cediel – Colombian on-air personality, model, actress and reporter for Univision’s El Gordo y la Flaca – during the network’s 12th annual Premios Juventud show on Thursday, July 16 in Miami, Florida. In addition to the scholarship announcements, the audience will also be shown the inspiring stories of the upbringings, passions and aspirations behind each of the winners.

Premios Juventud is a Spanish-language television show that celebrates Hispanic youth and recognizes artists in music, film, sports, style and pop culture. To find out more about Dr Pepper and the “Dare to Discover” campaign, please visit www.DrPepper.com.

About Dr Pepper 
Dr Pepper, a brand of Dr Pepper Snapple Group (NYSE: DPS), is the oldest major soft drink in the United States. Since 1885, the 23 flavors of Dr Pepper have earned legions of fans that enjoy its unique, refreshing taste. The brand is available in Regular, Diet, 10 calorie, Caffeine Free and Cherry varieties. DPS is a leading producer of flavored beverages, marketing Dr Pepper and 50-plus other beverage brands across North America and the Caribbean. For more information, visit DrPepper.com or DrPepperSnapple.com. For the brand’s latest news and updates, follow Dr Pepper at Facebook.com/DrPepper or Twitter.com/DrPepper.

Media Contact: 
Brian Bell 
Dr Pepper Snapple Group 
[email protected] 
972-673-6688

 


APR Energy Signs Six-Month Contract Extension for Guatemala Mining Project

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APR Energy Signs Six-Month Contract Extension for Guatemala Mining Project


JACKSONVILLE, Fla., July 15, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — APR Energy plc (LSE: APR), a global leader in fast-track power solutions, today announces that it has signed an extension for its 16MW power project supporting a mining customer in Guatemala. APR Energy’s mobile diesel generators have served as the sole power source for the crucial operations of the mine, which operates independently from the local grid system. The project, which began in January 2013, now is contracted to run into the first quarter of 2016.

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“We are pleased that the customer has again extended our contract. It is a testament to our ability to safely deliver the reliable power needed by energy-intensive operations such as mining,” said Tom Caldwell, Managing Director of APR Energy’s Americas region.

“Extractive industries typically require round-the-clock power with variable load savings, and this project is one of a growing list of successful solutions that we have provided to mining companies and other industrial facilities around the world,” Caldwell added.

APR Energy’s power solutions for extractive and other industrial companies also have included a 2011 project in Mozambique with Vale, the second largest commercial mining company in the world; one for a copper mine in northwest Botswana in 2012; and an ongoing project for a mining company in the South Pacific.

About APR Energy

APR Energy is the world’s leading provider of fast-track mobile turbine power. Our fast, flexible and full-service power solutions provide customers with rapid access to reliable electricity when and where they need it, for as long as they need it. Combining state-of-the-art, fuel-efficient technology with industry-leading expertise, our scalable turnkey plants help run cities, countries and industries around the world, in both developed and developing markets. For more information, visit the Company’s website at www.aprenergy.com.


Alcohol Justice Releases New Report on Marin County’s Alcohol Environment: Harm, Costs, Policies, & Community Resources

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Alcohol Justice Releases New Report on Marin County’s Alcohol Environment: Harm, Costs, Policies, & Community Resources

A valuable tool for policymakers to help reduce excessive consumption & alcohol-related harm


SAN RAFAEL, Calif., July 14, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Alcohol Justice and the San Rafael Alcohol & Drug Coalition have published a new report titled: “Marin County’s Alcohol Environment: Harm, Costs, Policies, & Community Resources.”  It was released at a meeting of the Marin County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday morning.   

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The report documents how the alcohol environment in affluent Marin puts both youth and adult residents at high risk for alcohol- related harm. The report describes not only the county’s dangerous consumption and resulting harms but suggests how communities can enact policies that positively and effectively change the environment.

“Our new report is a call to action,” stated Jorge Castillo, Alcohol Justice Advocacy Director. “Marin County is saturated with alcohol, and the resulting higher-than-state-average harms to youth and adult drinkers must be addressed with new evidence-based policies.”

Marin County’s documented alcohol-related harm includes:

  • Admissions for treatment for alcohol as a primary substance and alcohol-related emergency room visits are higher in Marin County than statewide averages
  • One out of ten motor vehicle crashes and 37% of crash fatalities in Marin County are alcohol-related
  • Each year, the estimated economic cost experienced by Marin County is $214.7 million, including $92.2 million in direct costs to government

“To help stem the dangerous consumption and resulting harms described in this report, communities can enact policies that positively and effectively change the environment,” stated Marcianna Nosek, CNM, MPH, CNL, PhD, faculty at the University of San Francisco School of Nursing and Health Professions, and Chair of the San Rafael Alcohol and Drug Coalition. “Such policies include reductions in access and availability to alcohol; limits on advertising and promotion; and increased enforcement of underage drinking laws.”

Alcohol Justice and the San Rafael Alcohol & Drug Coalition invite policymakers, community organizations, parents, educators, elected officials, and anyone with an interest in the health and safety of Marin County residents with regard to alcohol to attend the next San Rafael Alcohol & Drug Coalition meeting. For more info: [email protected]

Download an electronic copy of: “Marin County’s Alcohol Environment: Harm, Costs, Policies, & Community Resources.”

Contact: Michael Scippa 415-548-0492
Jorge Castillo 213-840-3336

 


High-Profile Global Companies Take Steps To Protect Virtual Brand Identity

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High-Profile Global Companies Take Steps To Protect Virtual Brand Identity


Purchasing top-level domains such as .LAT help brands reach new target audiences and ensures protection against cybercrime


MIAMI, July 14, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Do you know what Apple.LAT, Google.LAT and Facebook.LAT all have in common? They have all just purchased top-level domain .LAT, which specifically targets Latinos looking for a sense of virtual-belonging and networking opportunities within the Hispanic community. With .LAT, companies can obtain a space where they can connect with this powerhouse market, in addition to preventing domain hijackers and cybersquatting.

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Considering domain names are a representation of your virtual identity, a number of businesses are preventing criminals from cyber-attacking their brand and exploiting it for personal gain. In 2012, incidents of domain hijacking and related crimes – hacking, phishing and social engineering – increased by more than 42 percent, according to security-software company Symantec. Taking this into consideration, .LAT created the opportunity for brands to protect their trademarks, by including within its launch process, an exclusive phase that allowed brand owners to register the domains that matched their brands before registration was open to the general public.

Currently through August 1st, .LAT is going through the last phase of the launch process, so there is still an opportunity for brands to secure their trademarks. They can even purchase the generic name of the category of their service/product that would make an ideal complement to their domain portfolio. For example, cerveza.LAT, futbol.LAT, restaurants.LAT, etc.

“A company’s brand name is their most valuable asset. We are very excited that top global companies have purchased and continue to purchase .LAT to protect their brand identity,” says Anthony Harris, Founder of eCOM-LAC the Latin America and Caribbean Federation of Internet and Electronic Commerce. “In addition, they have opened the door to connect with one of the most diverse and powerful groups, U.S. Hispanics, that will account for 10.6 percent of total U.S buying power by 2019.”

Aside from establishing an online presence with Latin identity, .LAT makes communication between Latino users simple, as well as sharing new business ventures and creative ideas.

About .LAT
.LAT is the new Internet domain to enable individuals, organizations and causes to have an Internet presence with Latin identity. It is a join initiative by eCOM-LAC, the Latin America and Caribbean Federation for Internet and Electronic Commerce, and NIC Mexico. eCOM-LAC is based in Uruguay and is a not for profit entity that supports projects oriented to promote the use of TICs to reduce the digital gap in the region. NIC Mexico is in charge of running the .MX domain names, utilizing more than 20 years of experience to provide the back-end for .LAT, making it a 100% Latino initiative.

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