Shepherd Smith Edwards & Kantas LLP Still Investigating Investor Claims Involving UBS Puerto Rico Bond Funds
Shepherd Smith Edwards & Kantas LLP Still Investigating Investor Claims Involving UBS Puerto Rico Bond Funds
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, March 2, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Lawyers with the Securities Law Firm of Shepherd Smith Edwards & Kantas LLP, www.sseklaw.com, are still investigating investor claims involving UBS Puerto Rico bonds and Puerto Rico bond funds. Hundreds of investors have already filed claims against various brokerage firms for losses stemming from Puerto Rico Bond Funds. These cases are likely to be significantly impacted by a recently uncovered audio recording of a UBS meeting in 2011, roughly two years before Puerto Rico bonds crashed.
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News agencies have reported that numerous UBS financial advisors were complaining about selling these funds because they were too risky for clients. These advisors supposedly cited concerns including too much risk, limited liquidity, excessive leverage, and fund instability.
The reports continue that Miguel Ferrer, who was at the time the chairman of UBS Financial Services Inc. of Puerto Rico, held a meeting with these reluctant UBS. Supposedly, Ferrer emphasized the “attractive benefits” of the UBS Puerto Rico bond funds, and told these brokers that they needed to sell these products or find a new job.
Ultimately, these comments made by a UBS executive may substantially strengthen claims made by clients of UBS who bought Puerto Rico bonds or UBS proprietary Puerto Rico bond funds at the recommendation or advice of their UBS broker. If you are or were a customer of UBS, Banco Popular, or another brokerage firm who invested in Puerto Rico bonds, Puerto Rican bond funds or similar securities, it is not too late to contact the law firm of Shepherd Smith Edwards & Kantas LLP for an evaluation of your account to determine if you might have a claim to recover some or all of your losses. All communications will be kept strictly confidential, and you will not be billed in any way for a consultation.
Shepherd Smith Edwards & Kantas LLP has a team of attorneys, consultants and staff with more than 100 years of combined experience in the securities industry and in securities law. For more than two decades, our firm has represented thousands of investors throughout the United States, Puerto Rico, and internationally to recover losses suffered through brokerage firms and banks. We have represented clients in Federal and state courts and in arbitration through the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), the New York Stock Exchange Inc. (NYSE), the American Arbitration Association (AAA) and in private arbitration actions. More information can also be found at www.ubs-taxfree-puertorico.com.
Contact Info: 800-259-9010
713-580-8914 to speak to Spanish fluent staff
Sam Edwards [email protected]
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Texas continues to outpace U.S. in household income growth, new home sales
Texas continues to outpace U.S. in household income growth, new home sales
Texas Association of Realtors releases the 2015 Texas Homebuyers and Sellers Report
AUSTIN, Texas, March 2, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Texas continues to be a national leader in median household income growth and new home sales, according to the 2015 Texas Homebuyers and Sellers Report released today by the Texas Association of Realtors.
Scott Kesner, chairman of the Texas Association of Realtors, commented, “Texas is one of the best states to buy a home in the U.S. because it’s one of the best places to work, do business and raise a family. Our state’s lasting job and economic growth continues to bring higher incomes for Texas families and reaffirms new home sales and development as a critical component in meeting market demand.”
From July 2013 to June 2014, the median household income of Texas homebuyers increased 5.9 percent year-over-year to $97,500. This is more than four times the increase in median household income among homebuyers nationally, which rose 1.4 percent to $84,500 during the same time frame.
Additionally, 28 percent of Texas homes purchased between July 2013 and June 2014 were new homes, a one percent decrease from the previous time period yet still nearly double the share of new homes among U.S. home sales during the same time period. Nationally, the share of new home sales remained constant at 16 percent of all U.S. home purchases.
Increased restrictions in lending standards and rising home prices in certain local markets continue to stifle the growth of first-time homebuyers in Texas. The percentage of first-time homebuyers in Texas decreased four percent to 29 percent of all Texas homebuyers between July 2013 and June 2014. Nationally, the percentage of first-time homebuyers decreased five percent to 33 percent of all U.S. homebuyers during the same time frame.
As a result, Texas homebuyers are older and more likely to be married couples. From July 2013 to June 2014, the typical Texas homebuyer was 45 years old, an increase of two years from the previous report. The percentage of married homebuyers increased one percent year-over-year to 72 percent, compared to a one percent decrease to 65 percent nationally.
Chairman Kesner concluded, “Housing affordability is not just a factor of income. It’s also dependent upon the buyer’s ability to qualify for a mortgage and to afford the ongoing costs of homeownership. The 84th Texas Legislature will consider several important issues this session that impact homeownership in Texas. Texas Realtors urge our state’s leaders to enforce policies that will continue to protect the rights and quality of life of Texas homeowners.”
Other key statistics from the report include the following:
- Median household income among first-time homebuyers increased 5.8 percent year-over-year to $72,000 for first-time homebuyers in Texas and 2.3 percent to $68,300 for first-time homebuyers nationally.
- Meanwhile, median household income among repeat buyers decreased, dropping 8.9 percent to $97,500 in Texas and dipping one percent nationally to $95,000 year-over-year.
- Texans are buying newer, larger homes than homebuyers nationwide. The typical three-bedroom, two-bathroom home in Texas was 2,100 square feet and built in 2002. Nationally, the typical three-bedroom, two-bathroom home was 1,870 square feet and built in 1993.
- Sixteen percent of homebuyers in Texas purchased a multi-generational home due to children over the age of 18 or aging parents moving into the house. Nationally this was 13 percent.
- The tenure of owning a home increased one year in both Texas and nationally from July 2013 to June 2014, to nine years in Texas and 10 years nationally.
- For Sale by Owner (FSBO) homes in Texas sold for 30 percent less than homes sold using a Texas Realtor. The average Texas FSBO home sold for $160,000, compared to $228,000 for the average Realtor-assisted home sale.
About the Texas Homebuyers and Sellers Report
The Texas Homebuyers and Sellers Report is based on the 2014 Profile of Homebuyers and Sellers – Texas Report by the National Association of REALTORS®, which surveyed Texans who bought or sold a home between July 2013 and June 2014. The Texas Association of REALTORS® distributes insights about the Texas housing market each month, including quarterly market statistics, trends among luxury home sales, condominium and townhome sales, international trends, and more. To view the Texas Homebuyers and Sellers Report in its entirety, visit TexasRealEstate.com.
About the Texas Association of Realtors
With more than 90,000 members, the Texas Association of REALTORS® is a professional membership organization that represents all aspects of real estate in Texas. We advocate on behalf of Texas REALTORS® and private-property owners to keep homeownership affordable, protect private-property rights, and promote public policies that benefit homeowners. Visit TexasRealEstate.com to learn more.
CONTACT: Stacy Armijo
Pierpont Communications
512-448-4950
[email protected]
Texas soccer and sports teams can earn up to $1,000 from Miller Lite for custom apparel with Pear
Texas soccer and sports teams can earn up to $1,000 from Miller Lite for custom apparel with Pear
Miller Lite is partnering with Pear to provide Futbol Real and Deportes Real sponsorships
DALLAS, March 2, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Miller Lite is offering an opportunity for any adult soccer and sports teams in Texas to earn up to $1,000 toward custom apparel for their team. Through the Futbol Real and Deportes Real sponsorships from Miller Lite and Pear, an organization that connects sponsors with groups in need, any adult team in Texas can use the funding for uniforms, jerseys, T-shirts or even custom warm-up socks, all for free.
“We know that athletes are passionate about their sport and give their all day-in and day-out on the field,” said Jared Golden, Pear’s co-founder. “Now, teams have access to gear that is as authentic as they are – all with the style and flavor that comes with Miller Lite. It’s easy to earn sponsorship dollars, and no purchase is necessary to participate.”
To participate, teams can sign up and create a group page at PearUp.com, where they can invite friends, family and others to support their group. Soccer teams can sign up at pearup.com/millerlitefutbol and all other sports teams can sign up at pearup.com/millerlitesports. Once created, supporters have 10 days to interact with Miller Lite via the team’s page, complete online tasks and earn up to $1,000 toward custom apparel. The more people who join in and complete tasks, the more money the group can earn.
More than 30 teams in Texas have already taken advantage of the opportunity. The PirateSC soccer team from Alvin, Texas has earned $1,000 for their team with 100 supporters in 10 days. Their story can be found here. Also, the Texas Men’s Roller Derby team, an all-male Mens Roller Derby Association league based out of North Texas, has also raised $1,000 and will use their sponsorship for new uniforms for their growing team. Their story can be found here.
The sponsorship is not available to youth or college groups, and participants must be 21 or older to participate.
About Pear
Pear makes sponsorship easy for groups and events of all shapes and sizes. Find a sponsor in less than 60 seconds and activate your community to raise up to $1,000 or more toward custom shirts, cash donations, products and services or food and catering from a national brand or local business near you. For more information, visit www.pearup.com.
About Miller Lite
Miller Lite is the Original Light Beer. Brewed using our special 21-day Triple Hops Brewing recipe, it delivers more golden color, hops, aroma, and satisfying taste than anyone would expect in a light beer. For more information, visit www.millerlite.com.
Univision Local Media Raises $3.5 Million For Children Battling Cancer And Other Life-Threatening Diseases At St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®
Univision Local Media Raises $3.5 Million For Children Battling Cancer And Other Life-Threatening Diseases At St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®
MEMPHIS, Tenn., March 2, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Univision Local Media joined ® St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital to host the annual Promesa y Esperanza® (Promise and Hope) radio event, helping to raise $3.5 million on February 5-6. Millions of Hispanic radio listeners tuned in to Univision Radio and their broadcast aimed at raising awareness and support for St. Jude, which is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancers and other life-threatening diseases.
Experience the interactive Multimedia News Release here: http://www.multivu.com/players/Spanish/7104553-st-jude-univision/
“I am very proud of how every year the community rallies around such an important cause by supporting the St. Jude Promesa y Esperanza radio event,” said Randy Falco, president and CEO of Univision Communications Inc. “As a mission-driven Company, we value the work of the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital team and are privileged to share these efforts with thousands of radio listeners.”
Univision Local Media dedicated more than 30 hours of radio programming to support St. Jude. During the event, listeners were asked to call in to their local Univision Radio stations and become Angeles de Esperanza (Angels of Hope) by pledging to make a monthly donation of $20. Thanks to individual contributions, such as listener pledges, families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food – because all a family should worry about is helping their child live.
“The dedication and support we receive from Univision and its staff allow us to reach Hispanic radio listeners across the country and create awareness about our lifesaving research and treatments,” said Richard Shadyac Jr., President and CEO of ALSAC/St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. “Every Angel de Esperanza that pledges their support is helping St. Jude fight childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. The financial support and the commitment of the Univision family and their listeners will help us reach the day when every child can be saved.”
Social media was also a very active platform for the radio event this year, where fans joined in the conversation on Twitter and Facebook via @StJude and using the hashtag #StJudeUnivision. The St. Jude Promesa y Esperanza radio event was also supported by Univision Local Media’s portfolio of media platforms, including Univision America, Univision Radio’s AM radio network, its local television stations, online, mobile and social media channels using the official hashtags #StJudeUnivision.
Several Univision popular on-air personalities supported the event including: Javier Romero of Desayuno Musical, Dra. Isabel of Univision America, Raul Brindis of El Show de Raul Brindis, Alberto Sardinas of Intimo, Enrique Santos of El Show de Enrique Santos, Omar Velasco and Argelia Atilano of El show de Omar y Argelia, Raul Molinar, Sylvia del Valle and Andres Maldonado of El Bueno, La Mala y El Feo, Rene Pineda and Pancho Mercado of Uforia Nation, Pamela Silva Conde of Primer Impacto, Lily Estefan of El Gordo y La Flaca and Ilia Calderon of Noticiero Univision Edicion Nocturna.
Among the participating Hispanic artists were: Luis Fonsi, Chino y Nacho, Grupo Intocable, Barbara Padilla, Ismael Cala, Frankie J., A.B. Quintanilla, Los Huracanes del Norte, Grupo Control, Duelo, Leslie Grace, Gerardo Ortiz, Banda El Recodo, Ricardo Montaner, Roberto Tapia, Saul “El Jaguar,” 3BALLMTY, Kevin Ortiz, El Dasa, Regulo Caro, Banda Los Recoditos, among others.
To learn more or pledge a donation, visit promesayesperanza.org.
About St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other deadly diseases. St. Jude has the world’s best survival rates for the most aggressive childhood cancers, and treatments invented at St. Jude have helped push the overall childhood cancer survival rate from 20 percent to 80 percent since we opened more than 50 years ago. St. Jude is working to drive the overall survival rate for childhood cancer to 90 percent in the next decade. St. Jude freely shares the breakthroughs we make, and every child saved at St. Jude means doctors and scientists worldwide can use that knowledge to save thousands more children. Families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing and food – because all a family should worry about is helping their child live. Join the St. Jude mission by visiting stjude.org or following St. Jude on facebook.com/stjude and twitter.com/stjude.
About Univision Communications Inc.
Univision Communications Inc. (UCI) is the leading media company serving Hispanic America. The Company, a leading content creator in the U.S., includes Univision Network, one of the top five networks in the U.S. regardless of language and the most-watched Spanish-language broadcast television network in the country reaching approximately 93% of U.S. Hispanic television households; UniMas, a leading Spanish-language broadcast television network reaching approximately 87% of U.S. Hispanic television households; Univision Cable Networks, including Galavision, the country’s leading Spanish-language cable network, as well as Univision tlnovelas, a 24-hour cable network dedicated to novelas, Univision Deportes Network, a 24-hour cable network dedicated to sports, ForoTV, a 24-hour Spanish-language cable network dedicated to news, and an additional suite of cable offerings – De Pelicula, De Pelicula Clasico, Bandamax, Ritmoson and Telehit; Univision Television Group, which owns and/or operates 61 television stations in major U.S. Hispanic markets and Puerto Rico; Univision Radio, the leading Hispanic radio group which owns and operates 67 radio stations in 16 of the top 25 U.S. Hispanic markets and Puerto Rico; an Interactive network of online and mobile apps and products including UVideos, a bilingual digital video network serving Hispanic America, Uforia, a music application featuring multimedia music content, including over 65 radio stations, videos, exclusive digital channels and a custom radio offering with more than 25 million songs, Univision.com, the No. 1 most-visited Spanish-language website among U.S. online Hispanics, and Univision Partner Group, a specialized advertising and publisher network. UCI’s assets also include a minority stake in El Rey Network, a 24-hour English-language network founded by maverick filmmaker Robert Rodriguez, and a joint venture with Disney/ABC Television Network for Fusion, a news, pop culture and satire TV and digital network. Headquartered in New York City, UCI has television network operations in Miami and television and radio stations and sales offices in major cities throughout the United States. For more information, please visit Univision.net.
Spanish-Language Webinar for Military Caregivers Announced for March 5
Spanish-Language Webinar for Military Caregivers Announced for March 5
CHICAGO, March 2, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ —
WHAT: Easter Seals Dixon Center is hosting its first military caregiving webinar in Spanish, an acknowledgement of the 12.2 percent of military caregivers who are of Hispanic heritage. The webinar will address concerns related to maintaining and promoting close family relationships, specifically within multi-generational homes. The webinar also seeks to assist military and veteran caregivers in understanding the resources available to sustain them that may also benefit other immediate and extended family members.
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WHO: The webinar is hosted by Easter Seals Dixon Center in partnership with the Elizabeth Dole Foundation and supported by Newman’s Own Foundation. Speakers include:
- Alina Johnson, RN,Bilingual Trainer- National Veterans Caregiver Training, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
- Izabelle Meda-Gibson, Elizabeth Dole Foundation Caregiver Fellow and military caregiver
- Bryan Vidal, National Veterans Caregiver Training Program, Easter Seals
- Vigmalia Perez-Calo, MSW, VA Caregiver Support Program
WHEN: Thursday, March 5, 2015
2 p.m. – 3 p.m. ET.
ACCESS: Register at EasterSeals.com/CareWebinar to secure access instructions. Transcripts, resources and recordings are archived at this site and available for those who cannot attend the live event. Live captioning in Spanish will be available for the webinar.
WHY: According to a 2013 Rand report sponsored by the Elizabeth Dole Foundation, 12.2 percent of all military caregivers are of Hispanic origin. Of these, Hispanics represent more than 20 percent of post-9/11 caregivers, and more than 30 percent of post-9/11 recipients of caregiving service are Hispanic.
ABOUT US: Easter Seals Dixon Center believes our veterans and military families can succeed where they live. Our mission is to ensure that’s possible in every community. We work to break down barriers, drive a new conversation about the potential of our veterans, engage organizations and communities, and connect veterans and military families with what they need for meaningful employment, education and overall wellness. Our national credibility and community-based reach – through 73 affiliates and 550 service sites – provide an unmatched, accessible resource and support for veterans and military families. Learn more at EasterSealsDixonCenter.org.
MEDIA CONTACT: Elsa Remak, [email protected], 312.551.7154
Madonna’s 35 City ‘Rebel Heart’ Tour Announced For North America and Europe
Madonna’s 35 City ‘Rebel Heart’ Tour Announced For North America and Europe
– Tour Kicks Off In Miami August 29th in Support of “Rebel Heart” Album –
– Additional Concert Dates To Be Added In Australia And Asia –
NEW YORK, March 2, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The list of Madonna concert dates for her highly anticipated 35-city ‘Rebel Heart’ Tour were officially announced today by Live Nation with the opening night scheduled for August 29 in Miami, Florida. Additional performances to follow include New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Philadelphia, Boston, Vancouver, Montreal and several other cities including San Juan, Puerto Rico. Following the North American leg of the ‘Rebel Heart’ Tour, Madonna will begin the UK/European series of dates on November 4 in Koln, Germany with stops in major cities including Barcelona, London, Paris and Glasgow amongst others. A complete list of tour dates follow this release. Tickets for the ‘Rebel Heart’ Tour go on sale starting Monday, March 9. Additional tour dates for Asia and Australia are expected to be announced soon. The Rebel Heart Tour is produced by Live Nation Global Touring.
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“Madonna continues to be one of the most successful touring artists in history – her shows are legendary and we are thrilled to have her going back on tour,” Arthur Fogel, President – Global Touring and Chairman – Global Music.
The ‘Rebel Heart’ Tour follows the March 9 release of Madonna’s Rebel Heart album on Interscope Records (Germany and Japan March 6; Europe/UK March 9; North America March 10). Rave reviews for Madonna’s 13th studio album include: The Sun (UK) “The Queen of Pop will reign again – Madonna is about to release her best album in 17 years and one of the greatest of her career.” New York Times: “They won’t experience the celebrity of Madonna the fashion statement but the Madonna who has kept us listening for decades: Madonna the musician”.
Following Madonna’s stunning performance on the Grammys®, three songs from Rebel Heart topped the Global iTunes Chart. The multi-Grammy® winner’s s current single “Living For Love” is at No. 1 on the Billboard Dance Charts – her 44th time at the top spot. Madonna also recently performed on The Brits in London and is scheduled to appear and perform on The Ellen DeGeneres Show in the US for the entire week of March 16. Other global TV performances include France’s Le Grand Journal on March 2, Italy’s ITV on Sunday March 8, an interview on The Today Show on March 9 and 10 and a performance and interview on the Jonathan Ross ITV UK Special airing March 14.
Along with extraordinary critical acclaim as an artist, songwriter and producer, Madonna’s reputation as one of the most successful live performers of all time speaks for itself. The 2008/2009 Sticky & Sweet tour is the highest grossing tour of all time for a solo artist and the 2012 MDNA tour was the most successful tour of that year.
General Sales for Madonna’s ‘Rebel Heart’ Tour will go on sale starting Monday, March 9, 2015. Every North American ticket purchased online will come with an exclusive digital download of the SUPER DELUXE version of Rebel Heart which includes 6 bonus tracks (including 4 previously unreleased studio tracks).
Icon is Madonna’s official fan club. Lifetime Legacy members of Icon will receive first access to tickets and VIP Packages starting March 3, 2015. Fans may purchase an “Icon Live Pass” today, which gives them access not only to ticket & VIP Package pre-sales, but also a free membership to Icon, the official Madonna fan club, access to a tour devoted forum and an exclusive tour gift. Fans who are already registered simply need to upgrade their account with the Icon Live Pass on Madonna.com.
Citi® is the official card of Madonna’s ‘Rebel Heart’ Tour. For concerts in the United States and Paris, France, Citi® cardmembers will have access to a presale beginning Wednesday, March 4 (10am) through Friday, March 6 (4pm) for applicable concerts going on sale to the general public on Monday, March 9; and a presale beginning Wednesday, March 11 (10am) through Friday, March 13 (5pm) for applicable concerts in the United States going on sale to the general public on Monday, March 16. For concerts in the United Kingdom, Citi® cardmembers will have access to a presale beginning Wednesday, March 11 (10am) through Friday, March 13 (4pm) for applicable concerts going on sale to the general public on Monday, March 16. For complete presale details visit: www.citiprivatepass.com
For complete tour and ticket information, please visit www.madonna.com and www.livenation.com.
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Aug. 29 |
Miami, FL |
American Airlines Arena |
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Sept. 2 |
Atlanta, GA |
Philips Arena |
On Sale Mar. 16 |
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Sept. 5 |
San Juan, PR |
Coliseo de Puerto Rico |
On Sale Mar. 21 |
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Sept. 9 |
Montreal, QC |
Bell Centre |
On Sale Mar. 14 |
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Sept. 12 |
Washington, DC |
Verizon Center |
On Sale Mar. 16 |
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Sept. 16 |
New York, NY |
Madison Square Garden |
On Sale Mar. 9 |
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Sept. 19 |
Brooklyn, NY |
Barclays Center |
On Sale Mar. 9 |
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Sept. 24 |
Philadelphia, PA |
Wells Fargo Center |
On Sale Mar. 16 |
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Sept. 26 |
Boston, MA |
TD Garden |
On Sale Mar. 16 |
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Sept. 28 |
Chicago, IL |
United Center |
On Sale Mar. 9 |
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Oct. 1 |
Detroit, MI |
Joe Louis Arena |
On Sale Mar. 23 |
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Oct. 3 |
Atlantic City, NJ |
Boardwalk Hall |
On Sale Mar. 16 |
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Oct. 5 |
Toronto, ON |
Air Canada Centre |
On Sale Mar. 9 |
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Oct. 8 |
St. Paul, MN |
Xcel Energy Center |
On Sale Mar. 16 |
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Oct. 11 |
Edmonton, AB |
Rexall Place |
On Sale Mar. 9 |
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Oct. 14 |
Vancouver, BC |
Rogers Arena |
On Sale Mar. 9 |
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Oct. 17 |
Portland, OR |
MODA Center |
On Sale Mar. 23 |
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Oct. 19 |
San Jose, CA |
SAP Center at San Jose |
On Sale Mar. 9 |
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Oct. 22 |
Glendale, AZ |
Gila River Arena |
On Sale Mar. 23 |
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Oct. 24 |
Las Vegas, NV |
MGM Grand Garden Arena |
On Sale Mar. 16 |
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Oct. 27 |
Los Angeles, CA |
Forum |
On Sale Mar. 16 |
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Koln, Germany |
Lanxess Arena |
On Sale Mar. 16 |
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Nov. 7 |
Prague, CZ |
O2 Arena |
On Sale Mar. 16 |
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Nov. 10 |
Berlin,Germany |
Mercedes-Benz Arena (02 World) |
On Sale Mar. 16 |
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Nov. 14 |
Stockholm, Sweden |
Tele 2 Arena |
On Sale Mar. 16 |
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Nov.17 |
Herning, Denmark |
Jyske Bank Boxen |
On Sale Mar. 9 |
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Nov. 21 |
Turin, Italy |
Pala Alpitour |
On Sale Mar. 16 |
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Nov. 24 |
Barcelona, Spain |
Palau Sant Jordi |
On Sale Mar. 16 |
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Nov. 28 |
Antwerp, Belgium |
Sportpaleis |
On Sale Mar. 9 |
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Dec. 1 |
London, UK |
O2 Arena |
On Sale Mar. 16 |
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Dec. 5 |
Amsterdam, Holland |
Ziggo Dome |
On Sale Mar. 9 |
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Dec. 9 |
Paris, France |
Bercy |
On Sale Mar. 9 |
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Dec. 14 |
Manchester, UK |
Manchester Arena |
On Sale Mar. 16 |
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Dec. 16 |
Birmingham, UK |
Barclaycard Arena |
On Sale Mar. 16 |
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Glasgow, Scotland |
The SSE Hydro |
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About Live Nation Entertainment
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FPL to power the country’s first-ever electric vehicle race series with affordable, clean energy
JUNO BEACH, Fla., March 2, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) today announced it will power the vehicles racing in the country's first-ever electric car race to be held in downtown Miami on March 14. FPL announced the partnership at its Martin Next Generation Solar Energy Center along with famed race car driver Michael Andretti and drivers in the Miami ePrix, the first of two American venues for the race.
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"Our partnership
with Formula E and the Miami ePrix is another example of our commitment to advancing zero-emissions solar energy and the use of electric vehicles in Florida," said Eric Silagy, president and CEO of FPL. "By the end of 2016 we will triple the energy we are able to produce from the sun, furthering our mission to provide low-cost, reliable and clean energy to our 4.7 million customers."
During the announcement, electric race cars were charged with power generated from the Martin Next Generation Solar Energy Center, one of three solar power plants operated by FPL. Earlier this year, FPL announced plans to install more than 1 million solar panels at three additional solar power plants by the end of 2016. These new plants, combined with community-based solar installations and other small-scale arrays that FPL is installing, would total more than 225 megawatts of new solar
capacity. This would effectively triple FPL's solar capacity, which currently totals approximately 110 megawatts.
"The Formula E Miami ePrix is all about sharing our passion for electric vehicles," said Alejandro Agag, CEO of Formula E Holdings. "The race series is exciting, it's entertaining, and we hope it will turn the world's attention to the potential electric vehicles have to change the way we power transportation. We are pleased to partner with FPL – a company that shares our vision for powering the future with affordable, clean energy."
"It's an honor for us to have been selected as one of the 10 founding Formula E teams for the inaugural season," said Michael Andretti, chairman and CEO of Andretti Sports Marketing. "I look forward to bringing this exciting series to North America and joining an impressive field of
competitors at the upcoming race in Miami."
The Miami ePrix is part of the FIA Formula E Championship, the world's first fully electric racing series and is the highest class of competition for electrically powered racing cars. Formula E hosts races in 10 cities around the world, including London, Beijing, Monaco and Buenos Aires. The Miami ePrix will be the first Formula E race in the United States.
Racing to power STEM education
As part of its partnership, FPL announced it will also sponsor a student electric vehicle race. Students from schools throughout FPL's service area who are involved in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) programs will assemble 10 electric kit cars.
On March 14, student teams will then compete in the Formula E School Series, racing on the same track as the Miami ePrix, vying for a grand prize of $5,000, a second-place prize of $2,500 and a third-place prize of $1,500. All prizes will go to further the STEM or robotics initiatives of the winning school teams.
"We want to see STEM programs thrive in our state and we see this as a great opportunity for students to learn about harnessing the sun's energy and powering electric vehicles," said Pam Rauch, FPL vice president of development and external affairs.
FPL has sponsored 30
robotics programs and donated 51 Solar Education Stations to advance STEM education in Florida schools.
About Florida Power & Light Company
Florida Power & Light Company is the third-largest electric utility in the United States, serving more than 4.7 million customer accounts across nearly half of the state of Florida. FPL's typical 1,000-kWh residential customer bill is approximately 25 percent lower than the national average and, in 2014, was the lowest in Florida among reporting utilities for the fifth year in a row. FPL's service reliability is better than 99.98 percent, and its highly fuel-efficient power plant fleet is one of the cleanest among all utilities nationwide. The company was recognized in 2014 as the most trusted U.S. electric utility by Market Strategies International, and has earned the national ServiceOne Award for outstanding customer service for an unprecedented 10 consecutive years. A leading Florida employer with approximately 8,700 employees, FPL is a subsidiary of Juno Beach,
Fla.-based NextEra Energy, Inc. (NYSE: NEE), a leading clean energy company widely recognized for its efforts in sustainability, ethics and diversity, including being named to Fortune's list of "World's Most Admired Companies." NextEra Energy is also the parent company of NextEra Energy Resources, LLC, which, together with its affiliated entities, is the largest generator in North America of renewable energy from the wind and sun. For more information, visit these websites: www.NextEraEnergy.com, www.FPL.com, www.NextEraEnergyResources.com.
About FIA Formula E Championship
Formula E is a new FIA championship and the world's first fully-electric racing series. It represents a vision for the future of the motor industry, serving as a framework for research and development around the electric vehicle, accelerating general interest in these cars and promoting sustainability. The first race took place in Beijing in September 2014, the first of 11 taking place in major cities around the world including London, Miami, Buenos Aires and Moscow. For the inaugural season, 10 teams, each with two drivers, will go head-to-head creating a unique and exciting racing series designed to appeal to a new generation of motorsport fans.
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Alianza Highlights Hispanic Soccer Talent in the USA
Alianza Highlights Hispanic Soccer Talent in the USA
Alianza Soccer Events in 11 U.S. cities from April through October feature USA’s largest Hispanic tourneys and youth talent search
SAN FRANCISCO, March 2, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Alianza de Futbol Hispano kicks off its 12th season on April 25th in Phoenix with the first of its 2015 soccer events that will tour 11 U.S. cities and feature more than 30,000 players.
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Alianza de Futbol programs are comprised of RAM® Copa Alianza, the country’s largest adult Hispanic soccer tournament; Telemundo® Copita Alianza, the country’s largest Hispanic youth tournament; POWERADE® Sueno Alianza, the premier scouting program in the U.S. for amateur Hispanic players; Alianza Femenil, the first national women’s Hispanic tournament; Copa Coca-Cola®, a national U-14 boys and girls tournament; and Alianza U, a college recruiting platform designed to help Hispanic players better understand the college recruiting process.
POWERADE® Sueno Alianza annually exposes 5,000-plus teens from more than 40 states to professional clubs and national team programs. Scouts from Liga MX, Major League Soccer, and the national team programs of Mexico, Colombia and the USA are expected to attend. Of the players who have attended this cost-free program, now in its eighth year, more than 50 have turned pro and more than 20 have been called into youth national teams. Most recently, Alianza alumni Dennis Flores and Julio Morales received invitations from Coach Jurgen Klinsmann to this year’s first U.S. National Team Camp, while 2014 Alianza alumni Edwin Lara is on the path to representing Mexico at the U-17 World Cup.
RAM® Copa Alianza, the most prestigious and longest running Hispanic adult tournament in the country, will feature more than 5,000 players. It will offer more than $100,000 in prizes including RAM® uniforms to the top 8 teams in each of the 10 host cities during what will be its 12th season.
As a sponsor of the program for the second consecutive year, Allstate® will award the most outstanding goalkeeper of the RAM® Copa Alianza and POWERADE® Sueno Alianza programs with the prestigious Allstate Golden Glove Award.
Alianza is proud to announce that beginning in 2015, Copa Coca-Cola® will be part of the Alianza family of programs, bringing another great futbol experience to 13 and 14-year-old teens and their families. Copa Coca-Cola®, the world’s largest grassroots football program, champions an active healthy lifestyle and encourages values such as team spirit, friendship and respect. The tournament has been played in more than 60 nations around the world and over 1.3 million players have participated. The U.S. edition will run in all 11 cities where Alianza events will take place.
We are excited to announce that Telemundo® will be the new title sponsor of Telemundo® Copita Alianza, the USA’s largest Hispanic youth tournament in its 7th successful year with more than 20,000 players competing in 11 cities.
Finally, Alianza is excited to announce the launch of Alianza Femenil, the nation’s first Hispanic female tournament. More than 3,200 players are expected to compete in U-18 and open-age divisions.
As a complement to our tournaments, Alianza U, a college-recruiting platform, is designed to help Hispanic players from Alianza de Futbol to better understand the college recruiting process.
As always, Alianza events will feature appearances from some of the most legendary stars this side of the hemisphere. The program’s ambassadors include former Mexico standouts Rafael Marquez, Jorge Campos, Claudio Suarez, Luis Garcia, Ramon Ramirez, and the Colombian legend, Carlos “El Pibe” Valderrama.
Alianza host cities are: Phoenix, Dallas, Houston, Miami, Atlanta, New York, Denver, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco and El Paso.
Alianza de Futbol’s 2015 lineup of national sponsors includes RAM, Coca-Cola, POWERADE, Allstate and Telemundo.
For more information and registration please visit alianzadefutbol.com
About Alianza de Futbol Hispano
Founded in 2004, Alianza de Futbol Hispano is the leading national organization dedicated to the support and development of amateur Hispanic soccer in the United States. We empower Hispanic soccer communities, families, and soccer players by providing prestigious soccer programs equal to those that exist for Anglo players so that Hispanics may reach their full soccer potential and succeed in education, life, and work. For more information, visit www.alianzadefutbol.com or call 1-866-538-4955.
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