Baha Mar Announces Highly Anticipated and Carefully Curated Culinary Experiences

October 28, 2014

Baha Mar Announces Highly Anticipated and Carefully Curated Culinary Experiences

Deuce, Katsuya, Brasserie des Arts and Shuang Ba are Revealed as the
First of 40 Food and Beverage Offerings at Baha Mar

NASSAU, Bahamas, Oct. 28, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Baha Mar, the $3.5 billion integrated gaming resort opening in the Spring of 2015, is introducing the first four signature restaurants of its highly anticipated culinary experiences. The resort’s food and beverage selections complement an elite collection of hotel brands – The Baha Mar Casino & Hotel, Rosewood Hotels & Resorts®, Grand Hyatt and SLS LUX – as well as a Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course, and ESPA spa among other remarkable experiences.

Deuce, Katsuya, Brasserie des Arts, and Shuang Ba are part of the best in global cuisine curated through the 40 restaurants, bars and clubs at Baha Mar. They are the signature, bespoke experiences located at the heart of the resort: in and around the 100,000 sq ft Las Vegas-style Baha Mar Casino. Featuring 30-foot floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the clearest waters in the world, The Baha Mar Casino revolutionizes traditional casino design, and provides guests of these signature restaurants the choice of being steps away from the fast-paced energy of the casino floor, or retreating to quiet tables overlooking the breathtaking turquoise waters of The Bahamas.

“The selection of these restaurants as our signature offerings is very simple, they are my favorite from around the world. Baha Mar is about an authentic experience and our restaurants are no exception. Our guests can select from several options for dining from high-end to more casual fare,” said Sarkis Izmirlian, Baha Mar’s Chairman and CEO. “Deuce, Katsuya, Brasserie des Arts, and Shuang Ba will be centered around the most discerning guests’ needs. Whether delivering to players right at the Casino high limit rooms, or offering private dining rooms within the restaurants themselves, our mission is to ensure superior dining, world-class service, and authentic Bahamian charm.”

Deuce takes its name for being only the second location of Bone’s, the award-winning Atlanta steakhouse that has been providing the finest steaks and seafood since 1979. Long recognized as the best steakhouse in Atlanta, Bone’s is also ranked by Zagat Survey as highest in food and service of any steakhouse in America. In keeping with Baha Mar’s commitment to an elevated level of dining, as well as attentive, intuitive, world-class service, Deuce is a perfect choice.

Deuce consists of more than 350 seats and will be the largest restaurant at Baha Mar. In addition to private dining rooms, Deuce offers a superb dining experience in its beautifully crafted interior dining area, mezzanine and patio. The restaurant will feature interior designs by the celebrated Johnson Studio, an Atlanta-based architecture and design firm noted for creating extraordinary spaces that connect food to one-of-a-kind experiences.

Katsuya is an internationally renowned contemporary Asian restaurant that has been hailed for its innovative interpretations of classic Japanese cuisine and inventive cocktails. Katsuya has garnered a loyal following for its culinary offerings as well as its distinct, sleek, architectural designs by French design icon Philippe Stark. Widely known as a favorite of locals and celebrities alike in Los Angeles, Las Vegas, South Beach and Dubai, the 250-seat restaurant at Baha Mar will be home to Katsuya’s eighth location. This exciting restaurant, a signature dining experience at SLS hotels, is expected to attract celebrities and critics alike in search of the culinary artistry of Master Sushi Chef Katsuya Uechi.

Baha Mar will be home to the fourth location of Brasserie des Arts, the chic restaurant and lounge which is also found in São Paulo, Brazil and two locations in France – Megeve and Saint Tropez, where it was voted one of the best places to eat by Elle magazine. The 200-seat establishment will offer an authentic taste of fine French cuisine created by classically trained French chefs. Brasserie Des Arts will include indoor and outdoor seating extending to an elegant terrace overlooking the white-sand beach and a DJ for late night entertainment.

Shuang Ba takes guests on a journey of classic and modern Chinese cuisine in an elegant setting. Representing the figure 88, which signifies ‘double fortune’ in Chinese culture, Shuang Ba is designed to ensure good luck extends from this 88-seat restaurant to the casino floor. With sophisticated private dining salons draped in shades of rich woods, gold and jade, guests will be provided with exclusive experiences that will cater to every need prepared by our culinary team directly from China. The central dining salon features a grand liquor case in the shape of a Moon Gate, surrounded by warm wood elements and pops of red. Large circular dining tables give diners the view of a marvelous 30,000 pound hand-carved Chinese stone column, and traditional screens and artifacts sourced directly from China complete the exquisite setting.

About Baha Mar
Baha Mar is set on 3,000 feet of white sandy beach just 10 minutes from Nassau’s fully renovated and expanded international airport. It will feature an elite collection of hotel brands with gaming, entertainment, private residences, shopping and natural attractions that reflect an authentic Bahamian experience. The resort’s Grand Opening celebration is planned for Spring 2015. The Baha Mar Casino & Hotel includes a 1,000-room hotel and a 100,000-square-foot Las Vegas-style casino. Baha Mar also will include a 700-room Grand Hyatt, a 300-room SLS LUX, and a 200-room Rosewood at Baha Mar. Amenities will include a Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course; 200,000 square feet of flexible convention facilities, including a 2,000-seat entertainment venue; an ESPA spa; art galleries featuring Bahamian art; more than 40 restaurants, bars and clubs; global luxury designer and local artisan boutiques; and 20 acres of exquisitely landscaped beach and pool experiences, including a beachfront sanctuary with native Bahamian flora and fauna. In addition, upon completion of renovations, the all-inclusive Meliá Nassau Beach will become part of Baha Mar. For more information please visit www.bahamar.com.

November Is Prematurity Awareness Month

October 28, 2014

November Is Prematurity Awareness Month

Celebrities Raise Awareness About The Need To Give Babies A Healthy Start In Life

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., Oct. 28, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — An estimated 15 million babies around the world are born premature each year and more than one million of them do not survive their early birth. Although the United States has seen sustained improvement in its preterm birth rate, it has one of the highest rates of preterm birth of any industrialized country.

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Next month, organizations and individuals around the globe will observe Prematurity Awareness Month and World Prematurity Day. World-famous photographer Anne Geddes, and international superstars Thalia and Hilary Duff, will join other celebrity parents to spread the word that premature birth is a very serious health problem for babies worldwide.

“I’m working with the March of Dimes to prevent premature birth, the leading cause of newborn death. Every newborn deserves a healthy life,” said Mrs. Geddes. “With each week these precious babies stay and thrive in the womb, the risk of death and disabilities is reduced.”

Prematurity Awareness Month events are scheduled nationwide throughout November. Prominent buildings and landmarks in several states, including the Empire State Building in New York City, will be shining in purple light to symbolize hope for a healthy start for more babies. There also will be professional education programs, as well as family events and gatherings.

“Raising awareness of premature birth is the first step to defeating it,” says Dr. Jennifer L. Howse, president of the March of Dimes. “Our thanks go out to the celebrities, state officials and business and community leaders who are working to bring attention to this serious infant health problem. March of Dimes is dedicated to giving all babies a healthy start in life. We’re investing in research and programs to prevent preterm birth so more women will have full-term pregnancies and healthy babies.”

November 17 will be recognized around the globe as the fourth annual World Prematurity Day. More information is available at: https://www.facebook.com/WorldPrematurityDay, where families and volunteers can share stories and videos about babies born too soon. The page features an interactive world map showing the home place for each story told.

Anne Geddes, renowned for her baby photos has created a signature image of a baby born too soon, cradled in the hand of a Leonardo DaVinci-inspired sculpture. She donated the image of baby Alfred, who was born 8 weeks early, weighing just two pounds, six ounces, to the March of Dimes, which made the photo the center of its 2014 World Prematurity Day campaign. “Tiny baby Alfred sends a fragile and yet powerful message. The initial heart-wrenching sight of such a tiny human being, quickly gives way to admiration for their sense of strength and their will to survive against all odds,” she explains.

As a volunteer ambassador for the March of Dimes, Mrs. Geddes is featured in a global public service message, which is being shared internationally to raise awareness about the need to prevent preterm birth and the work being done to give more babies a healthy start in life. Her message can be seen at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FX6GTlAt1AE&feature=youtu.be

Thalia, Latin Grammy Award-winning recording artist, actress, and media personality, serves as March of Dimes global ambassador. Thalia will reach millions of fans worldwide through social media and a World Prematurity Day public service messages which can be viewed in English at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FrtmRQEjZ7o and Spanish at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FdjOwUA1QP0

Actress, singer and busy mom Hilary Duff also is lending her voice to the prematurity campaign. As part of her year-round volunteer support of the March of Dimes, she recently released a public service announcement featuring her new music in support the Foundation’s global awareness campaign. The video message is available at: http://youtu.be/0iVwvEPAITY.

The March of Dimes Prematurity Campaign is supported by corporate partners including Johnson & Johnson and Cigna, and gifts from millions of individual donors. Prematurity Awareness Month is nationally sponsored by First Response and the WellPoint Foundation.

The March of Dimes works to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality. The March of Dimes is the leading nonprofit organization for pregnancy and baby health. For more than 75 years, moms and babies have benefited from March of Dimes research, education, vaccines, and breakthroughs. For the latest resources and information, visit marchofdimes.org or nacersano.org. Find us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.

Settlement Administrator Dahl Administration Announces Class Action Settlement in the Aguiar v. Merisant Company and Whole Earth Sweetener Company LLC Litigation

October 27, 2014

Settlement Administrator Dahl Administration Announces Class Action Settlement in the Aguiar v. Merisant Company and Whole Earth Sweetener Company LLC Litigation

MINNEAPOLIS, Oct. 27, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — If you purchased any Pure Via® Consumer Products, you could receive compensation from a class action settlement.

A settlement has been reached in a class action lawsuit against Merisant Company and Whole Earth Sweetener Company LLC (collectively, “Merisant”), the manufacturers of Pure Via® Consumer Products, including all Pure Via low calorie sweetener products. The lawsuit claims that Merisant mislabeled its Pure Via Consumer Products by describing the products and their ingredients as “natural.” Merisant denies the allegations in the lawsuit, asserts it has not violated any laws, and says that its description of various Pure Via products and ingredients as “natural” is accurate. To avoid further litigation, the Parties have reached a class action settlement, which was preliminarily approved by the United States District Court for the Central District of California on October 6, 2014.

Under the terms of the Settlement, you may be entitled to compensation if you are a member of the Settlement Class, meaning that you purchased any of the Pure Via Consumer Products in the U.S. from January 1, 2008, through October 6, 2014, for individual or household use. Excluded from the Class are Merisant and its board members, officers, and attorneys; governmental entities; the Court presiding over the Settlement; and those persons who timely and validly request exclusion from the Settlement Class.

What Does The Settlement Provide? Settlement Class Members may submit a properly completed Claim Form and be eligible to receive a cash refund of up to $30. Merisant has also agreed to make certain changes to Pure Via product labels and modify the www.purevia.com website to further explain the products and their ingredients.

How Do You Submit A Claim? To qualify for payment, you must submit a Claim Form by February 10, 2015. Claim Forms can be obtained and returned by mail to: Pure Via Settlement Administrator, c/o Dahl Administration, P.O. Box 3614, Minneapolis, MN 55403-0614, or online at www.PureViaSweetenerSettlement.com. Claim Forms can also be obtained by calling 1-888-805-9126.

What Are Your Other Options? If you don’t want to be legally bound by the Settlement, you must exclude yourself (“opt-out”) by January 2, 2015. The detailed notice available at www.PureViaSweetenerSettlement.com or by calling 1-888-805-9126 explains how to exclude yourself from the Settlement. If you exclude yourself, you will not be entitled to any compensation and you cannot object to the Settlement. You also will not be bound by the Settlement and may be able to sue (or continue to sue) Merisant or others involved in the sale of Pure Via Consumer Products regarding the claims in this lawsuit.

If you are a Class Member, you may object to any part of the Settlement you don’t agree with, and the Court will consider your views. Your objection must be timely, in writing and must provide evidence of your membership in the Class. Procedures for submitting objections are set out in the detailed notice available at www.PureViaSweetenerSettlement.com or by calling 1-888-805-9126.

The Court will hold a Final Fairness Hearing at 9:00 a.m. on February 2, 2015 in Los Angeles, California. At this Hearing, the Court will consider whether the Settlement is fair, reasonable, and adequate and whether to approve the Class Representative’s Incentive Award up to $4,000 and attorneys’ fees and expenses of up to $495,000. You may attend the hearing, and you may hire your own lawyer, but you are not required to do either. The Court will consider timely written objections and may listen to people who have made a prior written request to speak at the Hearing. After the Hearing, the Court will decide whether to approve the Settlement.

What To Do If You Have Questions. Information contained in this Press Release is just a summary. Detailed notice, as well as the Settlement Agreement and other documents filed in this lawsuit, can be found online at www.PureViaSweetenerSettlement.com. For more information, you may call the Pure Via Settlement Administrator at 1-888-805-9126, write to P.O. Box 3614, Minneapolis, MN 55403-0614 or email [email protected].

QUESTIONS? CALL 1-888-805-9126 or VISIT www.PureViaSweetenerSettlement.com.

MEDIA: Jeff Dahl, 952-562-3601

FIBRA Prologis Announces Third Quarter Earnings Results

October 27, 2014

FIBRA Prologis Announces Third Quarter Earnings Results

– Operating Portfolio Occupancy Increased to 95.3 Percent –

– Rents on Rollover Increased 7.5 Percent –

– 3.3 Million Square Feet Leased –

MEXICO CITY, Oct. 27, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — FIBRA Prologis (BMV: FIBRAPL 14), the leading owner and operator of Class-A industrial real estate in Mexico, today reported results for the third quarter of 2014.

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FIBRA Prologis began trading on the Mexican Stock Exchange June 4, 2014. As such, the company does not have comparable results from prior quarters. For the operational metrics included here, the company referred to the performance of the properties in its portfolio prior to ownership by FIBRA Prologis.

Funds from operations (“FFO”) in the third quarter were Ps. 323.8 million (approximately US$ 24.0 million). Net earnings per fully diluted share were Ps. 296.0 million (approximately US$ 22.0 million) or Ps. 0.47 per CBFI (approximately US$ 0.03 per CBFI).

“We had an exceptional quarter, and we feel great about our business for the remainder of the year,” said Luis Gutierrez, CEO, FIBRA Prologis. “Real estate fundamentals in Mexico are solid and we see greater demand for our product due to its superior quality and location.”

STRONG OPERATING RESULTS

FIBRA Prologis leased 3.3 million square feet (approximately 305,000 square meters) in the third quarter. Operating portfolio occupancy at quarter end was 95.3 percent, an increase of 100 basis points over the prior quarter. Tenant retention in the third quarter was 97.2 percent. Net effective rents on leases signed in the quarter increased 7.5 percent from prior in-place rents. Lease renewals totaled 3 million square feet (278,700 square meters) of which 27.5 percent were leases set to expire in 2015 and thereafter.

Cash same-store net operating income (“NOI”) increased 0.4 percent. Cash same store NOI gains derived from an increase in occupancy and positive net effective rent change were offset by free rent that resulted from the quarter’s higher leasing volume.

SOUND CAPITAL STRUCTURE

As of September 30, 2014, FIBRA Prologis’ liquidity was approximately Ps. 5.9 billion (US$ 430.5 million), which includes Ps. 3.4 billion (US$ 250.0 million) of available capacity on its credit facility, Ps. 478 million (US$ 35.0 million) of unrestricted cash and a Ps. 2.0 billion (US$ 145.5 million) Value Added Tax receivable.

WEBCAST & CONFERENCE CALL INFORMATION

FIBRA Prologis will host a webcast/conference call to discuss quarterly results, current market conditions and future outlook tomorrow, Oct. 28. at 10 a.m. CT. Interested parties are encouraged to access the live webcast by clicking the microphone icon located near the top of the opening page of the FIBRA Prologis Investor Relations website (http://www.fibraprologis.com). Interested parties also can participate via conference call by dialing +1 (877) 256-7020 (from the United States and Canada toll free) or +1 (973) 409-9692 (from all other countries) and enter conference code 11062100.

A telephonic replay will be available from Oct. 29 through Nov. 28 at +1 (855) 859-2056 from the U.S. and Canada or at +1 (404) 537-3406 from all other countries using conference code 11062100. The webcast replay will be posted when available in the Investor Relations section on the FIBRA Prologis website.

ABOUT FIBRA PROLOGIS

FIBRA Prologis is the leading owner and operator of Class-A industrial real estate in Mexico. As of September 30, 2014, FIBRA Prologis was comprised of 178 strategically-located logistics and manufacturing facilities in six industrial markets in Mexico totaling 29.8 million square feet (2.8 million square meters) of gross leasable area.

The statements in this report that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates and projections about the industry and markets in which

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

Non-Solicitation – Any securities discussed herein or in the accompanying presentations, if any, have not been registered under the Securities Act of 1933 or the securities laws of any state and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements under the Securities Act and any applicable state securities laws. Any such announcement does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy the securities discussed herein or in the presentations, if and as applicable.

(Español) CPSC anuncia ganadores del primer concurso desafío app de seguridad “Safety Apps Challenge”; nuevas aplicaciones ayudan a consumidores a seguir retiros del mercado e incidentes de seguridad de productos

October 27, 2014

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Hello Texas! Toyota Gives Hearty Thanks for Rolling Out the Welcome Wagon

October 27, 2014

Hello Texas! Toyota Gives Hearty Thanks for Rolling Out the Welcome Wagon

Automaker Rocks the Block with Huge Community Party, $1 Million Contribution to Local School and Texas-Built Tundra Truck Donations to the City of Plano

PLANO, Texas, Oct. 27, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Good food, live music, new friends—all the ingredients for a rollicking neighborhood block party. That’s what’s happening today in Plano.

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Toyota has pulled out all the stops to thank the community, civic leaders, business partners and nearby corporations for the warm welcome to The Lone Star State.

“We are thrilled to be here in Plano and look forward to a fantastic day of celebration with our new neighbors,” said Toyota Motor North America CEO Jim Lentz. “This is just the start of what I know will be a long-lasting friendship.”

The “Hello Texas” celebration promises to be one of the area’s most exciting and family-friendly occasions in 2014. Eighteen diverse community restaurants will provide for a sumptuous culinary experience, and residents will rock the day and night away with live concerts from some of Texas’ most recognizable music superstars.

The day kicked off with Toyota executives addressing 400 VIP guests at the Dallas/Plano Marriott at Legacy Town Center, where they thanked everyone who has played an integral role in helping Toyota deepen its roots in Texas and establish its new North American headquarters. They also announced two donations to the city of Plano.

Mr. Lentz and 2008 Olympic gold medalist Nastia Liukin announced a $1 million contribution to the Plano ISD Academy High School. The education facility places an emphasis on science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM).

“Toyota is committed to being a model neighbor and corporate citizen,” said Lentz. “We are pleased to join other local businesses in supporting the STEAM curriculum and helping open the eyes of students to career opportunities in these fields. We look forward to furthering the school’s mission to inspire tomorrow’s leaders through problem solving, team building, mentoring and student immersion into the business world.”

Texas Gov. Rick Perry and Plano Mayor Harry LaRosiliere were on hand for today’s ceremony. The two officials have played a significant role in Toyota’s decision to choose Texas for its North American headquarters. As an expression of gratitude, Toyota also announced the donation of six Texas-built Tundra pickup trucks to the City.

“We are thankful for Toyota’s generosity and truly appreciate the unexpected donation,” said LaRosiliere. “We will put these Tundras to great use immediately and are proud that they are built at Toyota’s manufacturing facility in San Antonio by the more than 6,000 hardworking Texas men and women employed there.”

The donations reflect Toyota’s ongoing commitment to philanthropy and community engagement in Texas. Investments made to date include $4.4 billion in the state’s economy and $15 million in nonprofit contributions.

The free “Hello Texas” Block Party runs from 12-8 p.m. at Bishop Park at Legacy Town Center. Musical guests include Elaine Garcia, Curtis Grimes, Bobby Pulido, Lone Star Attitude and Jack Ingram. In addition, celebrity “meet and greets” will take place throughout the day, including former FC Dallas players Ugo Ihemelu and current star George John, NASCAR driver Darrell Wallace Jr., Bassmaster Elite Pro Tournament Angler Kelly Jordon and Olympic Gold Medalist Nastia Liukin. For more information about the Hello Texas Block Party, please visit www.HelloTexasEvent.com.

About Toyota
Toyota (NYSE:TM), the world’s top automaker and creator of the Prius, is committed to building vehicles for the way people live through our Toyota, Lexus and Scion brands. Over the past 50 years, we’ve built more than 25 million cars and trucks in North America, where we operate 14 manufacturing plants and directly employ more than 40,000 people. Our 1,800 North American dealerships sold more than 2.5 million cars and trucks in 2013 – and about 80 percent of all Toyota vehicles sold over the past 20 years are still on the road today.Toyota partners with philanthropic organizations across the country, with a focus on education, safety and the environment. As part of this commitment, we share the company’s extensive know-how garnered from building great cars and trucks to help community organizations and other nonprofits expand their ability to do good. For more information about Toyota, visit www.toyotanewsroom.com.

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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois Offers Assistance to Consumers for Upcoming Open Enrollment

October 27, 2014

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois Offers Assistance to Consumers for Upcoming Open Enrollment

CHICAGO, Oct. 27, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — With as many as 1.8 million uninsured in Illinois, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois (BCBSIL) is mobilizing its resources across the state to help people better understand insurance coverage options and the financial benefits that may be available to them under the Affordable Care Act (ACA).

There’s four key points about this year’s open enrollment period that people need to be aware of:

Enrollment Timeline: The enrollment period to sign up for affordable healthcare coverage through the state’s www.GetCoveredIllinois.gov insurance marketplace is only half as long as the last year’s, so it’s important to act quickly to determine your options. Open enrollment for Illinois begins November 15, 2014 and ends February 15, 2015;
Auto-Enrollment: People who already signed up for coverage through the marketplace last open enrollment can choose to take no action and will be automatically re-enrolled in the same or similar plan;
Check Your Plan, Know Your Options: Automatic renewal of ACA policies ensures enrollment for the next year, but it does not guarantee that the plan or monthly bill will be identical;
Subsidy Check: Those receiving financial assistance should update their financial and dependent information with the federal government by December 15 in order to ensure they receive the appropriate financial assistance.

“No one plans to get sick or injured, but if they do, it can lead to very costly medical bills. Health insurance provides valuable financial protection,” said Donna Gerber, vice president of public affairs and community investment for Blue Cross. “Because there’s only half the enrollment period of last year, it’s important to consider your options early on, to ensure access to quality health care, as well as avoid potential tax penalties.”

BCBSIL is continuing its education efforts to the uninsured, and that includes valuable information about possible financial assistance that is available for many residents.

Who may qualify for financial assistance:[1]

Individuals with incomes below $46,680
Couples earning less than $62,920
Families of four with an income under $95,400
Families of five with an income under $111,640

Those are just a few examples of who may qualify for federal assistance. About 67 percent of Illinois’ uninsured non-elderly are eligible for federal subsidies to help cover the cost of their health insurance.

In addition to financial assistance, other benefits of the ACA include:

Guaranteed Coverage: No one can be turned away – or be charged higher premiums – for preexisting conditions.
No Annual or Lifetime Limits: Plans no longer apply annual or lifetime limits on coverage.
Preventive Care: Immunizations, cancer and diabetes screenings, developmental and behavioral assessments for children, well-woman visits and more are covered at no out-of-pocket cost.
Essential Health Benefits: All plans include 10 essential health benefits, including emergency services, prescription drugs, mental health, pediatric care, and more.

BCBSIL is here to help you better understand your options under the Affordable Care Act. The company will have Mobile Assistance Centers on Wheels beginning on November 15th, with a stop that day at the Ford City Mall at 7601 S. Cicero Ave., Chicago. A full list of dates and destinations will be available beginning that day by visiting www.HealthDestinationIL.com, or, for Spanish speakers, www.DestinoSaludIL.com.

BCBSIL has also expanded its Customer Service hours beginning November 1, with Customer Advocates available 7:00am -10:00pm 7 days a week, and as of Dec. 1^st, call centers are open 24/7. Have a question about health coverage? Call 877-908-5593, or visit: www.bcbsil.com

ABOUT BLUE CROSS AND BLUE SHIELD OF ILLINOIS
With 7.9 million members, BCBSIL, a division of Health Care Service Corporation, a Mutual Legal Reserve Company, is the largest health insurance company in Illinois. Begun in 1936 in Chicago, BCBSIL remains member owned rather than publicly traded, and is committed to promoting the health and wellness of its members and its communities, fostering greater access to care, and working to lower the overall cost of care while improving the health care quality and patient outcomes.

[1] https://www.healthcare.gov/lower-costs/qualifying-for-lower-costs/

Tony Bennett And Lady Gaga To Perform Together Live At The Hollywood Bowl And Radio City Music Hall

October 27, 2014

Tony Bennett And Lady Gaga To Perform Together Live At The Hollywood Bowl And Radio City Music Hall

– Once In A Lifetime Concerts Set For May 20 at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles and June 19 at Radio City Music Hall in New York City –

– New Album Cheek To Cheek On Sale Now –

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 27, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Following the immediate sell-out of their recently announced special evening at The Wiltern on Feb. 8 in Los Angeles. Live Nation is pleased to announce that TWO additional “once in a lifetime” concerts have been confirmed with Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga. In celebration of their new collaborative jazz album Cheek To Cheek, the pair of icons will join forces for two incredible evenings Saturday, May 30 at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles and Friday, June 19 at Radio City Music Hall, New York. Tickets for both performances will go on sale starting Monday, Nov. 3.

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Both artists will be accompanied by a full orchestra along with each artist’s jazz ensembles who will also serve as special guests for the evening.

Cheek to Cheek debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 charts upon its release on Sept. 23. Now at 88, Bennett remains the oldest artist in music industry history to have an album on the #1 spot on the Billboard charts. Cheek To Cheek marks Lady Gaga’s third consecutive #1 album release in just over three years.

Cheek To Cheek features classic jazz standards sung by Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett in a combination of vocal duets and solo performances. From the title track to “But Beautiful” to “I Won’t Dance,” the record showcases the chemistry between the two artists, who span 60 years in age. As Bennett says, “What I really love about being a jazz singer is that jazz artists are very creative, very honest, from phrase to phrase,” and Lady Gaga adds, “We wanted to make something that sounded perfect because of the quality of the emotion…the honesty.” Cheek To Cheek also features the Lady Gaga solo “Lush Life,” accompanied by Tony Bennett’s solo of “Sophisticated Lady.” The two songs complement each other, as Lady Gaga explains, “I loved making ‘Lush Life,’ Tony mentored me emotionally through the process,” and Tony Bennett adds, “I sang ‘Sophisticated Lady’ to answer her on ‘Lush Life,’ and because Duke Ellington wrote it, who collaborated with Billy Strayhorn, the writer of ‘Lush Life.'” Recorded in New York City, Cheek To Cheek took over a year to complete and features jazz musicians associated with both artists including members of Bennett’s quartet: Mike Renzi, Gray Sargent, Harold Jones and Marshall Wood as well as pianist Tom Ranier. Jazz trumpeter Brian Newman, a long-time friend and colleague of Lady Gaga appears on the album as well with his NYC-based jazz quintet. Jazz soloists on selected tracks include tenor saxophonist Joe Lovano, trumpeter George Rabbai and flutist Paul Horn, who passed away in July.

“We are thrilled to present this very special show. Individually they are incredible talents, together it is something not to be missed,” said Arthur Fogel, president of global touring and chairman of global music, Live Nation.

Tickets for the Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga performance in Los Angeles on May 30 at the Hollywood Bowl will go on sale Monday, Nov. 3 at 10:00 a.m. at www.ticketmaster.com, all Ticketmaster Outlets, the Hollywood Bowl Office or charge by phone 1-800-745-3000. Tickets for the Radio City Music Hall performance on June 19 will go on sale Monday, Nov. 3 at 9:00 a.m. at www.ticketmaster.com, all Ticketmaster outlets, and charge by phone 1-800-745-3000.

Citi® cardmembers will have access to presale tickets beginning Wednesday, Oct. 29 at 9:00 a.m through Citi’s Private Pass Program. For complete presale details visit: www.citiprivatepass.com.

Tony Bennett & Lady Gaga is produced by Live Nation Global Touring.

What the critics are saying about the just aired TV special, Tony Bennett & Lady Gaga: Cheek to Cheek LIVE!

“Simply put Cheek to Cheek LIVE! is a full hour of great music” – Dallas Morning News

“We’ll just remind you they’re actually both divine live performers and they’ve got great chemistry.” – The Washington Post

“In Tony Bennett & Lady Gaga: Cheek to Cheek Live!, this musical odd couple with 60 year age differences take on the Great American Songbook and prove again that the classics can bridge many divides.” – The New York Times

“Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett make beautiful music together. This goes beyond great, actually. Two splendid singers are backed by brilliant instrumentalists.” – The Californian

What the critics are saying about the #1 CD, Tony Bennett & Lady Gaga: Cheek To Cheek:

“An unlikely pairing results in beautiful music…She’s a revelation” – People Magazine

“Cheek to Cheek serves up the real thing, start to finish. If you didn’t know the name of the vocalist and the kind of publicity that surrounds her, you’d surely say: Who’s that swing singer, and why haven’t I heard of her before?” – Chicago Tribune

“Gaga and Bennett? It’s an epic musical mash-up” – USA Today

“…Magical results…glorious jazz album…a musical match made in jazz/standards heaven…there is so much to enjoy and discover…intoxicating prowess…” – Chicago Sun Times

TONY BENNETT AND LADY GAGA
TOGETHER LIVE CONCERT DATES

Dec. 31, 2014 Las Vegas, NV	The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan	Sold Out!
Feb. 08, 2015 Los Angeles, CA	The Wiltern	Sold Out!
May 30, 2015 Los Angeles, CA	Hollywood Bowl	On sale Nov. 3 at 10 a.m.
June 08, 2015 London, UK	Royal Albert Hall	On sale Oct. 31 at 9 a.m.
June 19, 2015 New York, NY	Radio City Music Hall	On sale Nov. 3 at 9 a.m.

For complete tour and ticket information visit: www.livenation.com & www.ticketmaster.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 & House of Blues Concerts, LN Media and Artist Nation Management. For additional information, visit: www.livenationentertainment.com.

MEGA 96.3FM, The Los Angeles Radio Station Preferred By The Young, Vibrant And Millennial Latino Consumers To Unveil On Monday, October 27 “The RaqC And Nachin Show”

October 27, 2014

1179989 14 — MEGA 96.3FM PREMIERES RAQC & NACHIN

MEGA 96.3FM, The Los Angeles Radio Station Preferred By The Young, Vibrant And Millennial Latino Consumers To Unveil On Monday, October 27 “The RaqC And Nachin Show”

“THE RAQC AND NACHIN SHOW” ON MEGA 96.3FM, THE ONLY MORNING SHOW IN LOS ANGELES CATERING TO THE NEW GENERATION OF US BORN LATINOS, WILL AIR FROM 6 TO 10 AM MONDAY TO FRIDAY

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 27, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — MEGA 96.3FM, a Spanish Broadcasting System Inc., (SBS) (Nasdaq: SBSA) radio station in Los Angeles announced today the launch of the new morning show: “The RaqC and Nachin Show” debuted today Monday, October 27. On its first fun-filled week, listeners can expect surprises, the launch of new segments and special guest appearances by Chiquis Rivera, Taboo from the Black Eyed Peas and many more. “The RaqC and Nachin Show” will broadcast live from 6 to 10 AM Monday to Friday on MEGA 96.3FM.

MEGA 96.3FM is the trailblazing radio station in Los Angeles that represents and caters to today’s millennial Latinos; a unique and coveted consumer group that drives the region’s economy, music taste, purchasing trends and social media conversations. The 18-49 LA Latino consumers are uniquely bicultural, bilingual and make up the majority in the Los Angeles market. MEGA 96.3FM features on-air personalities that not only represent but are part of their target consumer group; one of the hard to replicate keys to the success of the radio station.

“We are excited to provide our loyal audience ‘The RaqC and Nachin Show;’ the only morning radio show in Los Angeles that represents young Latinos; a show they can relate to in content, language and culture. Both RaqC and Nachin are proven leaders and personalities that represent the MEGA 96.3FM audience;” said Bill Shadorf, Vice President Corporate Sales/VP West Coast Market Manager at Spanish Broadcasting System.

Juan Carlos Hidalgo, West Coast Programming Consultant at Spanish Broadcasting System said: “We are very fortunate that RaqC and Nachin are back home at MEGA 96.3FM. They represent the new generation of U.S. born Latinos that retain a strong connection to their cultural roots. The duo speaks to an audience that has a unique ability to combine, switch and mix English and Spanish effortlessly and naturally. This will certainly be an entertaining morning show designed specifically for young Latinos in LA.”

Raquel Cordova, better known as RaqC “The Queen of Spanglish Media”, originates from Riverside, CA. Her radio career began in 2000 at U-92.7 in Palm Springs as the morning show co-host. Shortly after, SBS offered her an on-air position with the Mexican Regional station, La Ley 107.9 in Chicago. Her successful run in Chicago allowed her to master the art of radio, as well as fine-tune her second language, Spanish. RaqC enjoyed a successful 8-year run as a top personality for Latino 96.3FM (the former name of MEGA 96.3FM). She is well known in the Latin-American community as being one of the stars on Mun2 top-rated reality show, “Jenni Rivera Presents: Chiquis and RaqC”, and most recently as a Tastemaker for NuVo TV on their newest show, “The Collective”. She has extended her career to various parts of entertainment besides radio including; TV, hosting, blogging, writing, acting and red carpet coverage. Embracing the influence she has on others coupled with her spirit of giving, RaqC founded Amigas4MySoul, a non-profit organization established to promote unity and empowerment among women by providing various events, conferences and self-empowerment workshops with the intention of teaching young women about the power of SELF-LOVE. Never shy of the camera, RaqC has gained media exposure through local and national press at many of Hollywood’s red carpet events such as the ALMA AWARDS and the NHMC’s Annual Impact Awards Gala.

Ignacio Sandoval, better known as “Nachin” is a radio personality born in Mexico and raised in Boyle Heights. “Started from the bottom now I’m here” is Nachin’s favorite quote, as he knows firsthand what it is to evolve through life. From early beginnings he overcame poverty through the hard working values set as an example by his mother who sold hot dogs on the street. Nachin’s motivation came at an early age when he realized the only way to a better life was through education. He earned a scholarship to the University of Riverside where he double majored in Theatre and Spanish Literature. Nachin calls himself a survivor and a doer. Growing up as an immigrant Nachin found himself in a world that was divided, as he was a Latino at heart but also an American in every way. In early 2000 Nachin became a radio intern at a station based in LA where his on-air journey began. Ever since then he has worked to give a name and voice to the new generation of millennials that glide between two worlds just like him: “the bilingual and bicultural generation.” One of Nachin’s dreams is to see more young people become educated, as they will be the ones leading the future generations.

“The RaqC and Nachin Show” will broadcast live from 6 to 10 AM Monday to Friday on MEGA 96.3FM.

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 21 radio stations located 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 and Urban format genres. The Company also owns and operates Mega TV, 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 www.LaMusica.com, a bilingual Spanish-English online site providing content related to Latin music, entertainment, news and culture. The Company’s corporate Web site can be accessed at www.spanishbroadcasting.com.

Follow MEGA 96.3FM:

http://mega963fm.com/

la963fm on Facebook

@mega963fm on Twitter

Follow “The RaqC and Nachin Show”:

#RaqCAndNachin

Follow RaqC:

RadioRaqC on Instagram

@RaqC on Twitter

Facebook.com/RaqCOnline

www.RaqCOnline.com

Follow Nachin:

@Nachingon on Instagram and Twitter

Facebook.com/TheRealNachingon

Media & Press Contact for SBS:

Vladimir Gomez

Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc.

(786) 510-8841

[email protected]

@bigtimemedia

@vladygomez

Media & Press Contact for SBS Los Angeles:

Daniel Morales

(310) 775-1681

[email protected]

@TapizMedia

NOTE TO EDITORS: High-resolution images are available at: http://hispanicprwire.com/en/multimedia/

Chrysler Group “Women of Color” Gain Major Recognition at Annual Event

October 27, 2014

Chrysler Group “Women of Color” Gain Major Recognition at Annual Event

DETROIT, Oct. 27, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ —

Women of Color Conference is the only multi-cultural celebration held to honor the significant achievements of women in STEM (science, technology, engineering and math)
Ten Chrysler Group women capture awards for excellence in managerial leadership or as technology rising stars
Awards underscore Company’s commitment to develop the talents of diverse employees and to promote careers in STEM

Chrysler Group LLC technical business leaders received honors for their career achievements at the 17th Annual Women of Color STEM Conference on October 23-25 in Detroit. The Women of Color Conference is the only multi-cultural celebration held to honor the significant achievements of women in technology, annually recognizing the most innovative professionals in the STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) fields for their career accomplishments “despite the traditional obstacles faced by women in these fields.”

The conference ensures that the achievements and importance of outstanding women in technical fields are highly visible to industry, government and students.Over the years, Chrysler Group employees consistently have received important technical professional recognition from various diversity organizations, including Black Engineer of the Year, Women of Color, HENAAC Great Minds in STEM and others, reflecting the Company’s strong commitment to developing its diverse workforce.

“The Women of Color Awards recognize some of the most promising and influential women business and community leaders in the U.S.,” said Mike Keegan, Senior Vice President, Human Resources, Chrysler Group. “Chrysler Group is proud that our female employees continue to be recognized for their extraordinary technical achievements and leadership.”

Chrysler Group 2014 Women of Color Award Recipients
Special Recognition Awards, recognizing their “accomplishments in leading and managing a significant part of a technology enterprise and whose career choices serve as an example to women working to move beyond what are considered traditional roles”:

Anna Yang Shu (Manufacturing)
Angela Zielinski (Engineering)

Technology Rising Stars, “young women who are helping to shape technology for the future”:

Li Chen (Powertrain)
Rasheeda Daanyal (Engineering)
Navdeep Kaur (Engineering)
Ann Kong (Engineering)
Iliana Martinez (IT)
Sharmistha Mukherjee (IT)
Haiying Tang (Engineering)
Gengmei Wang (Engineering)

“These women join a long list of accomplished female leaders at Chrysler Group, who’ve received this prestigious recognition and serve as role models highlighting the exciting career opportunities for women in the automotive industry,” Keegan added.

Chrysler Group has a longstanding commitment to recruiting diverse talent and supporting education initiatives for minorities in STEM. For the past three years, Chrysler Group has been named a top supporter of engineering programs at the nation’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), according to U.S. Black Engineer & Information Technology magazine. The Company also sponsored Great Minds in STEM™, an organization that provides scholarships to Hispanic students majoring in a STEM field. In addition, Chrysler Group also supports various organizations that advance women’s involvement in STEM professions, including Michigan Council of Women in Technology and Society of Women Engineers.

In 2014, the Company partnered with Florida International University (FIU), to sponsor a STEM education initiative called “Engineers on Wheels.” Staffed by FIU students and overseen by FIU faculty, – “Engineers on Wheels” will bring engineering education into South Florida’s public schools, giving students the opportunity to become familiar with the high-tech, hands-on education they need to prepare for future success in STEM subjects and careers.

Similarly, over the past 19 years, Chrysler Group has invested nearly $2.1 million to First Robotics teams across the U.S. and Canada. Moreover, the Company sponsored Formula SAE Team sponsorships that allow engineering students to conceive, design, fabricate and race formula-style cars.

In addition, Chrysler Group continues to be an active supporter of organizations such as the National Black MBA Association and National Association of Hispanic MBAs to recruit talented MBA candidates from the nation’s leading business schools for the Company’s finance and leadership development programs.

About Chrysler Group LLC
Chrysler Group LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V. (FCA), designs, engineers, manufactures, distributes and sells vehicles under the Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram and FIAT brands, and the SRT performance vehicle designation. The Company also distributes the Alfa Romeo 4C and Mopar products. With the resources, technology and worldwide distribution network required to compete on a global scale, FCA builds on Chrysler Group’s culture of innovation, first established by Walter P. Chrysler in 1925, and Fiat’s complementary technology that dates back to its founding in 1899.

FCA, the seventh-largest automaker in the world based on total vehicle sales in 2013, is an international automotive group engaged in designing, engineering, manufacturing, distributing and selling vehicles and components and production systems. FCA is listed on the New York Stock Exchange and on the Mercato Telematico Azionario under the symbol “FCAU.”

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For more information, please visit the Chrysler Group LLC media site at http://www.media.chrysler.com.

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