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First Commonwealth Federal Credit Union Named Forbes’ #1 Pennsylvania Best-In-State Credit Union And One Of America’s Best Credit Unions For Second Straight Year

LEHIGH VALLEY, Pa., June 29, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — First Commonwealth Federal Credit Union announced today it has earned the top spot for the second consecutive year as Forbes’ #1 Best Credit Union in Pennsylvania and one of America’s Best Credit Unions. «Earning this prestigious honor for the second year in a row is a testament to the passion and commitment of our 220+ team members, dedicated volunteer board of directors, more than 67,000 consumer…

LEHIGH VALLEY, Pa., June 29, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — First Commonwealth Federal Credit Union announced today it has earned the top spot for the second consecutive year as Forbes’ #1 Best Credit Union in Pennsylvania and one of America’s Best Credit Unions. «Earning this prestigious honor for the second year in a row is a testament to the passion and commitment of our 220+ team members, dedicated volunteer board of directors, more than 67,000 consumer members and 1,500 business members,» said Tricia Szurgot, Chief Operating Officer of First Commonwealth.

«We take delivering on our brand promise at every touchpoint and with every interaction very seriously. Our top priorities as we align our business to the future are people – our employees, members, consumers and communities, data and technology. Our ability to gather, analyze and leverage continuous real-time feedback from our members to better serve their immediate and long-term needs while identifying gaps in our products and service delivery has led to many value-added enhancements to our industry-leading products and services. We’re investing in people, technology and infrastructure to deliver the right balance of banking technology, easy access, personalized experiences and continuous value to our members.»

Fewer than 3.5% of the nation’s 5,200 credit unions were recognized by Forbes, who partnered with market research firm Statista to survey over 25,000 individuals regarding their banking relationships. Credit Unions were assessed and selected based on factors including trust, branch services, digital services, and financial advice. According to the Forbes article, «Americans generally gave their banking institutions good reviews on satisfaction with scores of 4.2 on average on a scale of one to five. But banks can’t touch credit unions; credit unions averaged 4.5 satisfaction scores.»

«The growing trend of consumers choosing to spend their hard-earned money with brands whose purpose and values align with their own is exciting for us. As a purpose-driven, not-for-profit financial institution we look forward to this trend continuing. We encourage more consumers to choose purpose-driven credit unions for all their financial needs. We are in good company on Forbes’ list this year and congratulate our fellow top credit unions in Pennsylvania for this honor: First Commonwealth Federal Credit Union (1); Police and Fire FCU (2); Citadel FCU (3); People’s First FCU (4) and PSECU (5), respectively,» added Szurgot.

ABOUT FIRST COMMONWEALTH FEDERAL CREDIT UNION

First Commonwealth Federal Credit Union is a leader in banking innovation and the largest credit union in the Greater Lehigh Valley. With a mission of «empowering the pursuit of financial happiness» and core values of «honesty, integrity, generosity, humility, excellence and respect» First Commonwealth is among the highest ranked credit unions by the National Credit Union Administration (2020) and Forbes (2020). With eleven financial centers, a best-in-class digital banking center and dedicated small business center, First Commonwealth serves more than 67,000 members and 1,500 businesses in the communities they serve. As a member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative, First Commonwealth is a leader in the B2C and B2B financial services marketplace and has been committed to growth, innovation, technology and personal, friendly service since 1959. First Commonwealth serves its membership through purpose-driven and mission-based values to help members empower their pursuit of financial happiness.

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100th Anniversary Mazda MX-5 Miata Arriving To The U.S.

IRVINE, California, June 29, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Mazda North American Operations announced today that the 100th Anniversary Special Edition Mazda MX-5 Miata will be offered in limited numbers for the U.S. later this year….

IRVINE, California, June 29, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Mazda North American Operations announced today that the 100th Anniversary Special Edition Mazda MX-5 Miata will be offered in limited numbers for the U.S. later this year. The iconic roadster is a symbol of dynamic, top-down driving on thrilling open roads, making it the perfect vehicle to honor the brand’s 100-year milestone.

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The 100th Anniversary Special Edition MX-5 Maita is available in either the RF (retractable fastback) or exclusive red soft top. It will be offered in Snowflake White Pearl Mica premium exterior paint and accented by red styling features throughout. The front fender has a minimalist «100 Years 1920 – 2020» badge while the wheel center caps feature the 100th Anniversary Special Logo in red and black. The red leather seats and red carpet add a level of sophistication while giving a nod to the two-tone R360 Coupe, Mazda’s first passenger car. The headrests are embossed with the 100th Anniversary Special Logo, while the red floor mats share the same badge as the front fender. To bring the package together, the key fob is embossed with the 100th Anniversary Special Logo and presented in a special edition box.

This commemorative Miata is based upon the 2020 MX-5 Grand Touring. It is equipped with a four-cylinder Skyactiv-G 2.0 engine capable of delivering up to 181 horsepower and 151 lb-ft of torque and can be paired with a Skyactiv-MT six-speed manual transmission or a quick-shifting Skyactiv-Drive six-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters. Manual transmission versions will include a limited-slip differential, Bilstein® dampers, front shock tower brace, sport-tuned suspension and, for the RF, a black roof. Other convenient features include Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™, heated leather seats, Bose® audio system that include driver and passenger headrest speakers, automatic climate control and 17-inch dark silver aluminum alloy wheels.

The 100th Anniversary MX-5 Miata will be arriving later this year, please visit MazdaUSA.com for more information and to sign up for updates.

In addition to this special vehicle, the Mazda Collection is introducing 100th Anniversary Special Edition items to express the years of appreciation and to commemorate the brand’s centennial. The new items include a cast metal keychain medallion, made in Japan ceramic mugs featuring either the Cosmo Sport or RX-Vision, and model cars in 1/43 scale that feature heritage and concept Mazda vehicles. Available in early July, is the «Mazda One Hundred» coffee table book, with a curated selection of images that honor the past, present and the future of Mazda. The book is a visual journey through Mazda’s origins, its passion for motorsport, its award-winning design language and pioneering cars – all the time emphasizing the manufacturer’s challenger spirit, and commitment to the joy of driving.

MSRP2 FOR THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY MX-5 MIATA IS AS FOLLOWS:

Soft Top

RF

100th Anniversary MX-5 6-Speed MT

$32,670

$35,425

100th Anniversary MX-5 6-Speed AT

$33,195

$35,750

Mazda North American Operations is headquartered in Irvine, California, and oversees the sales, marketing, parts and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States and Mexico through approximately 620 dealers. Operations in Mexico are managed by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City. For more information on Mazda vehicles, including photography and B-roll, please visit the online Mazda media center at InsideMazda.MazdaUSA.com/Newsroom.

Follow MNAO’s social media channels through Twitter and Instagram at @MazdaUSA and Facebook at Facebook.com/MazdaUSA.

1 MSRP does not include $945 for destination and handling ($990 in Alaska), taxes, title or additional fees. Dealers set actual sale prices.
2 MSRP does not include $945 for destination and handling ($990 in Alaska), taxes, title or additional fees. Dealers set actual sale prices.

Mazda North American Operations is headquartered in Irvine, Calif., and oversees the sales, marketing, parts and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States and Mexico through nearly 700 dealers. Operations in Mexico are managed by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City. For more information on Mazda vehicles, including photography and B-roll, please visit the online Mazda media center at www.mazdausamedia.com.

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Domino’s Carside Delivery™: It’s Carryout, Delivered

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, June 29, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Domino’s Pizza, Inc. (NYSE: DPZ), the largest pizza company in the world based on global retail sales, is offering customers of the brand yet another way to carry out their favorite pizza: via Domino’s Carside Delivery™. Domino’s Carside Delivery is a new contactless carryout option that customers can choose when placing a prepaid online order, and it is now available in stores across the U.S.

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ANN ARBOR, Michigan, June 29, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Domino’s Pizza, Inc. (NYSE: DPZ), the largest pizza company in the world based on global retail sales, is offering customers of the brand yet another way to carry out their favorite pizza: via Domino’s Carside Delivery™. Domino’s Carside Delivery is a new contactless carryout option that customers can choose when placing a prepaid online order, and it is now available in stores across the U.S.

Domino’s Carside Delivery is a new contactless carryout option that customers can choose when placing a prepaid online order, and it is now available in stores across the U.S.

«Domino’s is all about providing a delicious, hot meal, the way customers want it – whether via carryout or delivery,» said Dennis Maloney, Domino’s senior vice president-chief innovation officer. «Domino’s Carside Delivery gives customers the option to stay in their vehicle while a team member delivers their order to them, making for a convenient, contactless carryout experience. It’s carryout, delivered.»

When customers place a prepaid digital carryout order, they’ll see the option for Domino’s Carside Delivery. Once they make that selection, they will be prompted to add their vehicle color, make and model, which will be used to identify them when they arrive at the store. Customers can also select where they’d like their order placed – the passenger side, back seat, trunk or the option to decide when they arrive. Customers can notify the store when they arrive by hitting the «I’m here» button on Domino’s Tracker® page or by replying «HERE» to Domino’s opt-in text, and a team member from the store will bring the order to their vehicle.

Domino’s Carside Delivery is currently available from 4-9 p.m. in stores across the nation. Additional hours may vary by location. To find the nearest Domino’s location or to place an order, visit dominos.com.

About Domino’s Pizza®
Founded in 1960, Domino’s Pizza is the largest pizza company in the world based on retail sales, with a significant business in both delivery and carryout pizza. It ranks among the world’s top public restaurant brands with a global enterprise of more than 17,000 stores in over 90 markets. Domino’s had global retail sales of over $14.3 billion in 2019, with over $7.0 billion in the U.S. and nearly $7.3 billion internationally. In the first quarter of 2020, Domino’s had global retail sales of over $3.4 billion, with over $1.7 billion in the U.S. and over $1.7 billion internationally. Its system is comprised of independent franchise owners who accounted for 98% of Domino’s stores as of the end of the first quarter of 2020. Emphasis on technology innovation helped Domino’s achieve more than half of all global retail sales in 2019 from digital channels, primarily online ordering and mobile applications. In the U.S., Domino’s generates over 65% of sales via digital channels and has developed several innovative ordering platforms, including those developed for Google Home, Facebook Messenger, Apple Watch, Amazon Echo and Twitter – as well as Domino’s Hotspots®, an ordering platform featuring over 200,000 unique, non-traditional delivery locations. In June 2019, through an announced partnership with Nuro, Domino’s furthered its exploration and testing of autonomous pizza delivery. In late 2019, Domino’s opened the Domino’s Innovation Garage adjacent to its headquarters in Ann Arbor, Michigan to fuel continued technology and operational innovation – while also launching its GPS technology, allowing customers to follow the progress of the delivery driver from store to doorstep.

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Domino’s is now offering yet another way for customers to carry out their favorite order: via Domino’s Carside Delivery.

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Hadamilka Vásquez Olivero De Ortega, MA’s New Book «Short Stories Using High-Frequency Words» Shares Heartwarming Short Stories That Bear Incomparable Wisdom

HIALEAH, Florida, June 29, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Hadamilka Vásquez Olivero de Ortega, MA is a certified educator on the subject area of Spanish in Tallahassee who works for Miami-Dade County Public Schools as a substitute teacher. She has completed her new book «Short Stories Using High-Frequency Words»: an edifying collection of short stories that are born from resounding words that…

HIALEAH, Florida, June 29, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Hadamilka Vásquez Olivero de Ortega, MA is a certified educator on the subject area of Spanish in Tallahassee who works for Miami-Dade County Public Schools as a substitute teacher. She has completed her new book «Short Stories Using High-Frequency Words»: an edifying collection of short stories that are born from resounding words that overflow with insight and wonder.

Author de Ortega tells of the engaging exercise this book has culminated from with the aid of students with vivid views in life: «In my job as substitute teacher and teacher of after-school, I help the children with their homework’s. One of the most difficult homework for first, second, and third graders is to write short stories using high-frequency words.

The teachers give them the words, and they must write the stories using those words. This book is a collection of some of these short stories. It will also a pleasure to read of benefit for the young students and teachers.»

Published by Page Publishing, Hadamilka Vásquez Olivero de Ortega’s profound tale is a stirring bible of evoking tales that unveil the quaintness of life through the writings of students and the inspiration instilled by a passionate educator.

Readers who wish to experience this work can purchase «Short Stories Using High-Frequency Words» at bookstores everywhere or online at the Apple iTunes store, Amazon, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or media inquiries, contact Page Publishing at 866-315-2708.

About Page Publishing: 
Page Publishing is a traditional full-service publishing house that handles all of the intricacies involved in publishing its authors’ books, including distribution in the world’s largest retail outlets and royalty generation. Page Publishing knows that authors need to be free to create, not bogged down with complicated business issues like eBook conversion, establishing wholesale accounts, insurance, shipping, taxes, and the like. Its roster of authors can leave behind these tedious, complex, and time-consuming issues, and focus on their passion: writing and creating. Learn more at www.pagepublishing.com.

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Federico Salgado’s new book Sobre las Olas del Mar, a reverberating compendium of poetry and prose that divulge the bliss and poignancy of the heart and mind

CHICAGO, June 29, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Salgado said this about his book: «For me, poetry is the written expression of the being that manifests the feelings of the soul, that combine in time and shorten the space, to revive love with the verses and show the feeling of the poet, his life, his love, his triumphs, their failures, sorrows, and joys.

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CHICAGO, June 29, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Salgado said this about his book: «For me, poetry is the written expression of the being that manifests the feelings of the soul, that combine in time and shorten the space, to revive love with the verses and show the feeling of the poet, his life, his love, his triumphs, their failures, sorrows, and joys.

It is enough to read the poetry contained in this work that is a beautiful reflection of your smile, that shows the essence of your soul, beautiful woman, who with your charms, brings forth poetry, to kiss and embrace your soul…»

Published by Page Publishing, Federico Salgado’s new book Sobre las Olas del Mar will envelop readers with insightful verses and insights the speak of life’s quaintness that inspires the soul and usher in warmth to the heart.

Consumers who wish to be filled with wisdom and understanding concerning life’s enrapturing nature can purchase Sobre las Olas del Mar in any bookstore, or online at Apple iTunes, Amazon.com, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries, you can contact Page Publishing, through the following number: 866-315-2708.

About Page Publishing:
Page Publishing is a traditional full-service publishing house that handles all of the intricacies involved in publishing its authors’ books, including distribution in the world’s largest retail outlets and royalty generation. Page Publishing knows that authors need to be free to create, not bogged down with complicated business issues like eBook conversion, establishing wholesale accounts, insurance, shipping, taxes, and the like. Its roster of authors can leave behind these tedious, complex, and time-consuming issues and focus on their passion: writing and creating. Learn more at www.pagepublishing.com.

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‘Global Goal: Unite For Our Future,’ Global Citizen And The European Commission Mobilize $1.5 Billion In Cash Grants, And $5.4 Billion In Loans And Guarantees–For A Total Of $6.9 Billion Pledged–To Combat The Disproportionate Impact Of COVID-19 On Vulnerable And Disadvantaged Communities

– Global Goal: Unite for Our Future—The Concert Broadcast Special Aired Saturday, June 27, 2020 Following Global Goal: Unite for Our Future—The Summit 

– $1.5 Billion to Address Both the Health-Related Impacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic as well as the Broader Effects of the Pandemic on Those Living In Poverty; $5.4 Billion in Loans and Guarantees Committed by the European Commission and the European Investment Bank to Support the…

– Global Goal: Unite for Our Future—The Concert Broadcast Special Aired Saturday, June 27, 2020 Following Global Goal: Unite for Our Future—The Summit 

– $1.5 Billion to Address Both the Health-Related Impacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic as well as the Broader Effects of the Pandemic on Those Living In Poverty; $5.4 Billion in Loans and Guarantees Committed by the European Commission and the European Investment Bank to Support the World’s Most Fragile Economies; 250 Million Vaccine Doses to be Made Available to the World’s Poorest Countries

– Financial and Political Support From 40 Governments, Including all G7 Member States and key Intergovernmental Bodies – European Union, United Nations, the African Union and ECOWAS – to Promote Equitable Distribution of COVID-19 Tests, Treatments and Vaccines Worldwide

– Hosted by Dwayne Johnson Global Goal: ‘Unite for Our Future—The Concert’ Included Performances from Chloe x Halle, Christine and the Queens, Coldplay, For Love Choir, J Balvin, Jennifer Hudson, J’Nai Bridges with Gustavo Dudamel, Los Angeles Philharmonic & YOLA (Youth Orchestra Los Angeles), Justin Bieber and Quavo, Lin-Manuel Miranda and select members of the Original Broadway Production of HAMILTON with Jimmy Fallon & The Roots, Miley Cyrus, Shakira, Usher and Yemi Alade

– ‘Unite for Our Future—The Concert’ Included Appearances by Antoni Porowski, Billy Porter, Charlize Theron, Chris Rock, David Beckham, Derrick Johnson, Diane Kruger, Forest Whitaker, Hugh Jackman, Ken Jeong, Kerry Washington, Naomi Campbell, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Olivia Colman, Opal Tometi, Salma Hayek Pinault and more

– Campaign Supported by Foundation Partners Bloomberg Philanthropies, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Wellcome Trust, and Corporate Partners Citi, Procter & Gamble, SAP, Verizon and Vodafone

NEW YORK and BRUSSELS, June 27, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — ‌‌International‌ ‌advocacy‌ ‌organization‌ Global Citizen and the European Commission (EC) today‌ hosted Global Goal: Unite for Our Future – The Summit and The Concert, as part of a global campaign to coordinate the development of COVID-19 tests, treatments and vaccines, and to ensure equitable access to everyone, everywhere. Building on the success of the European Union’s May 4th pledging conference, the Global Goal: Unite for Our Future campaign has achieved another milestone in global health efforts. The campaign is a continuation of efforts aimed at mobilizing the tens of billions of dollars in the funding still needed to combat COVID-19, make tests, treatments, and vaccines available for everyone, everywhere, and protect the world’s most fragile health systems and communities. 

«Global Goal: Unite for Our Future was launched in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and we are proud to join the European Commission, and over 40 governments from around the world, to ensure COVID-19 tests, treatments and vaccines would be made available for everyone, everywhere,» said Hugh Evans, CEO of Global Citizen. «The $6.9 billion that was pledged today to support the world’s poorest and most marginalized communities is an incredible next step on our journey out of the COVID-19 era, but there is more still to be done as no one is safe until everyone is safe.»

Combining policy and entertainment, Global Goal: Unite for Our Future – The Summit and The Concert aired in more than 180 countries, and streamed globally across Youtube, Facebook and Twitter. Raising $1.5 billion in cash grants and $5.4 billion in loans – a total of $6.9 billion – from governments, the private sector and foundations, The Summit combined entertainment and policy as a pathway to outline the new Access to COVID-19 Tools (ACT) Accelerator plan for developing and equitably allocating tests, treatments and vaccines to the people who need them.

Commitments from countries, including: Bangladesh, Barbados, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, El Salvador, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, India, Italy, Israel, Japan, State of Kuwait, Lithuania, Government of  Luxembourg, Malta, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Russian Federation, Republic of Korea, Saint Vincent and Grenadines, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, State of Qatar, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom and the United States.

President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen offered strong support for The Summit as the campaign’s co-chair and patron, «The world will only be freed from this pandemic when vaccines, tests and treatments are available and affordable to everyone who needs them. Team Europe’s pledge of €4.9 billion brings us closer to this global goal. Europe is in this for the long haul. We will use all of our convening power for the common good. There is a strong alliance out there to beat this virus, together.»

Global Goal: Unite for Our Future – The Summit featured panel discussions and interviews with experts and thought-leaders moderated by journalists Katie Couric, Mallika Kapur, Morgan Radford, Isha Sesay and Keir Simmons. Global leaders, and leading artists and advocates, including Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Miley Cyrus, Angelique Kidjo and Ken Jeong joined the conversation. Experts and thought-leaders including Brittany Packnett Cunningham, Melinda Gates, Dr. Vin Gupta, NAACP President Derrick Johnson, Executive Director of UN Women Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, Director General of the WHO Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres, Eddie Ndopu, Kate Upton and Justin Verlander also participated. 

World leaders, including: Angela Merkel, Chancellor of the Federal Republic of  Germany; Emmanuel Macron, President of France; Boris Johnson, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom; Cyril Ramaphosa, President of South Africa and others, along with foundations and philanthropists, joined the European Union (EU) in a rallying call for an investment of billions towards the development and equitable distribution of COVID-19 tests, treatments and vaccines. In the spirit of collaboration and solidarity, government leaders have shown their support for Global Goal Unite: For Our Future by pledging new grants, and policy commitments:

Government Commitments:
G-7:

  • The European Commission and the European Investment Bank committed $5.4 billion USD in loans and guarantees to support the world’s most fragile economies in recovering from COVID-19 and achieving the SDGs.
  • Canada has pledged $120 million CAD for the ACT-Accelerator, and $180 million CAD for COVID-19 humanitarian and development aid.
  • France stressed the need to speed up the design and production of diagnostic, treatment and vaccine resources and to guarantee safe, equitable and universal access to these vital means of fighting the pandemic.
  • Germany committed €383 million EUR to support the COVID-19 response. Of this funding, € 150 million is earmarked for the Global Fund’s Response Mechanism, and €233 million will be going to organizations helping people in developing countries cope with the impacts of the pandemic. 
  • Italy will continue to support cooperative actions, international solidarity and the global response to defeat COVID-19. 
  • Japan committed to international cooperation, and to ensure vulnerable and developing nations are prioritized during the pandemic. 
  • The United Kingdom committed to ensuring a future vaccine is truly available to all.
  • The United States committed $545 million USD towards COVID-19 relief efforts.

Other Nation States:

  • Bangladesh has committed $50,000 to the development of vaccines.
  • Barbados asks that the world come together in solidarity, calling on nations to consider the needs and ensure access for the nations of the Caribbean. 
  • Belgium committed €11.5 million EUR to the World Food Programme and €4 million EUR to the WHO’s COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund. 
  • Denmark has committed $16 million DKK to the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA). 
  • The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) committed $25 million USD over five years towards multisectoral human capital development, which will support critical COVID-19 relief efforts across West Africa. $15 million USD of this funding will be for education and skills development, and $10 million USD for human capital. 
  • El Salvador calls for international solidarity, by committing to join efforts to fight the COVID-19 pandemic. 
  • Finland committed €6 million at Global Goal: Unite for Our Future; pledging €3 million to Education Cannot Wait, and €3 million towards The World Food Programme. 
  • Greece committed to be on the forefront of the fight to make the vaccine a global public good and accessible to all.
  • Iceland committed to the equitable distribution and access to vaccines for everyone, everywhere. 
  • India, as the world’s foremost producer of vaccines, with a proven capacity to supply quality medicines at low cost and considerable scientific research team, stands ready to contribute to global health efforts. 
  • Israel committed to global cooperation to ensure access to vaccines, treatments and testing, with a special focus on Africa.
  • The State of Kuwait also reaffirmed its commitment to support all international efforts aimed at expediting the process of manufacturing the vaccine and ensuring its fair distribution to those in need.
  • Lithuania stressed the importance of global solidarity and cooperation to ensure the fair and equitable distribution of vaccines, diagnostic, treatment and healthcare. 
  • The Government of Luxembourg committed €800 thousand EUR towards the COVID-19 Therapeutics Accelerator. 
  • Malta committed to equitable allocation of the vaccines to ensure that it reaches everyone, once it becomes available. 
  • Mexico has committed to focus efforts on the world’s most vulnerable groups and on equitable distribution of vaccines.
  • Netherlands has committed €25 million EUR towards equitable vaccines.
  • New Zealand committed to efforts that developing countries have access to vaccines where they need them to protect their communities.
  • Nigeria committed to support the global efforts in ensuring health security in an equitable manner.
  • Norway committed $10 million USD to Gavi’s Advance Market Commitment for COVID-19 Vaccines to ensure tests, treatments and vaccines are available to everyone. 
  • The State of Qatar pledged $10 million USD to the COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund for the WHO, powered by the UN Foundation.
  • Republic of Korea committed to ensuring universal access to vaccines and therapeutics. 
  • The Russian Federation expressed the readiness to supply the global market with direct antiviral agents, products, tests and vaccines.
  • Saint Vincent and Grenadines called for a fair and effective allocation of resources and vaccines. 
  • Saudi Arabia has committed to the global effort to ensure that everyone in the world has access to COVID-19 testing, treatments and therapeutics. 
  • Serbia committed €100,000 to CEPI for vaccine research and development.
  • Singapore looks forward to working multilaterally to promote a coordinated global response to develop effective vaccines quickly and ensure their fair and expeditious distribution to all. 
  • Slovak Republic commits to standing together with other countries to overcome COVID-19.
  • Slovenia committed to transparent and inclusive international policies towards development, manufacturing and distribution of vaccines and medicines.
  • South Africa committed to support global diagnostic and therapeutic supply chains, access to global care and therapeutics, and to ensure no country is left behind.  
  • Spain committed €10 million EUR to the Global Agriculture and Food Security Program (GAFSP).
  • Sweden committed €46 million EUR to support the leadership and guidance of the COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund for the WHO.
  • Switzerland committed €20 million EUR to the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), The World Food Programme and UNICEF. 

Philanthropic Commitments:

  • The FIFA Foundation committed to The Global Fund in support of its COVID-19 response,  helping to ensure low- and middle-income countries have access to health services. This marks the start of a longer-term partnership to fight the impact of COVID-19, save lives, and protect hard-won gains in the fight against HIV, TB and Malaria.
  • Gavi, The Vaccine Alliance will receive in-kind support from TransferWise, whose support will allow people from around the world to contribute towards their Advance Market Commitment for COVID-19 vaccines, as well as funding from a private foundation whose support will ensure life-saving vaccines reach those who need them most.
  • The Minderoo Foundation in Australia committed $5 million AUD to the International COVID-19 Data Alliance – a collaboration through the COVID-19 Therapeutics Accelerator with the Gates Foundation, Wellcome, HDR UK and other partners to ensure the world’s medical researchers share vital knowledge, not only for COVID-19 but future pandemics and other diseases.
  • The Rockefeller Foundation committed to increase their investment in data driven global COVID-19 response efforts by $50 million USD to ensure that everyone, especially the world’s most vulnerable, has equal access to COVID-19 testing, treatment and vaccines.
  • Usher announced that he will donate his proceeds from his I CRY record, performed for the very first time during the Global Goal: Unite for Our Future concert, to LISC, the Local Initiatives Support Corporation, a core Global Goal: Unite for Our Future campaign partner.
  • Wallace Global Fund (WGF) committed 20% of its endowment this year to address the unprecedented challenges the world faces as a result of the global pandemic. WGF also announced its partnership with Global Citizen’s Give While You Live campaign, challenging peers in philanthropy to double their own giving to support resilience and relief efforts at the nexus of systems change, infrastructural development, and equitable health and energy access.
  • A private donor committed $10 million USD in funding to the World Health Organization (WHO) to support the African Regional Office (AFRO) and the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) in their efforts to fight COVID-19 with a focus on women and girls.

Corporate Commitments:

  • The Citi Foundation committed $10 million USD to LISC helping small businesses in low—income communities rebound from this pandemic. This commitment is part of Citi and the Citi Foundation’s larger $100 million global COVID-19 relief effort.
  • Google committed to increase their support of the WHO with an additional $25 million USD in Ad Grants, to ensure that authoritative, timely and locally relevant information on health measures, therapies and vaccines reaches everyone who needs it, including those who have less access.
  • P&G committed more than $10 million in product donations, COVID-19 testing kits, and financial support to a variety of different regional and local organizations as part of their COVID-19 response and Take On Race initiatives. Their generous contributions will support the efforts of international and regional responders, including Americares, CARE, Feeding America, In Kind Direct, International Medical Corps, LISC, Matthew 25: Ministries, National Red Cross & Red Crescent Societies, Save the Children and United Way. These organizations work to provide communities with the necessary resources to survive the pandemic, fight for justice, advance economic opportunity, enable greater access to education and health care, and make our communities more equitable.
  • SAP is dedicating significant resources to inclusive education, economic opportunity, and social justice reform. They commit to powering this movement in partnership with Equal Justice Initiative, PYXERA Global, Acumen and others.
  • The Serum Institute of India (SII) committed 50% of their COVID-19 vaccine production capacity to low- and middle- income countries. The pledge will ensure that over 250 million doses of a vaccine will be reserved for the world’s most vulnerable countries.
  • UNFPA, the United Nations sexual and reproductive health agency, received commitments from Takeda ($4.6 million USD) to maintain essential services so that women and their babies survive and thrive, this includes £1 million GBP from Reckitt Benckiser to support midwives and make sure that every birth is safe.
  • UNICEF received commitments from IHS Markit ($1.7 million USD) to support UNICEF’s COVID-19 response in Nigeria and from Colgate Palmolive ($4 million USD in in-kind product) to 12 countries as part of UNICEF’s WASH response to COVID-19.
  • Verizon, as part of Global Goal: Unite for our Future, has strengthened its long time commitment to education through a $1 million USD pledge to Education Cannot Wait. As we navigate through the COVID-19 pandemic, there has never been a more important time to provide critical tools to the teachers and students who need it most.
  • Vodafone has committed to vastly expand their networks, reaching millions of people worldwide through the installation of 11,000 additional 4G sites. This increased technology will help support the SDGs by providing additional network access to essential education initiatives.

Hosted by Dwayne Johnson, The Concert featured performances from Chloe x Halle, Christine and the Queens, Coldplay, For Love Choir, J Balvin, Jennifer Hudson, J’Nai Bridges with Gustavo Dudamel, Los Angeles Philharmonic & YOLA (Youth Orchestra Los Angeles), Justin Bieber and Quavo, Lin-Manuel Miranda and select members of the Original Broadway Production of HAMILTON with Jimmy Fallon & The Roots, Miley Cyrus, Shakira, Usher and Yemi Alade. The Concert also included appearances from Antoni Porowski, Billy Porter, Charlize Theron, Chris Rock, David Beckham, Derrick Johnson, Diane Kruger, Forest Whitaker, Hugh Jackman, Ken Jeong, Kerry Washington, Naomi Campbell, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Olivia Colman, Opal Tometi, Salma Hayek Pinault and more.

Global Goal: Unite for Our Future—The Concert aired on broadcast networks across the globe, including: ARD, Canal+ Group, RTVE in Europe, Bell Media, CBC, Citytv, and Global TV, in Canada, NBC, MSNBC and iHeartMedia in the U.S., Grupo Globo in Brazil, MultiChoice Group and SABC in Africa, Fuji TV and Star India in Asia, and Channel Nine in Australia. The Concert will also be streamed on global platforms including Apple, Brut, Roku, Insight TV, TIDAL, Twitch, Twitter, Yahoo! and YouTube. Additional broadcasters include BARÇA TV, Bloomberg Television, Fundación Azteca, Mediacorp, MTV International, NBC News NOW, SiriusXM, Sony Channel Latin America, and Turner Latin America. The virtual broadcast celebrated innovators, scientists, health workers, activists and organizations working to develop and distribute COVID-19 tests, treatments and vaccines to everyone, everywhere who need them. 

Producers of Global Goal: Unite for Our Future, include: Michele Anthony of Universal Music Group, Declan Kelly of Teneo, Live Nation, Scooter Braun and SB Projects, Adam Leber on behalf of Maverick, The Lede Company, Roc Nation and Derrick Johnson on behalf of NAACP. The Summit is produced by Michael Dempsey. The Concert is produced by Hamish Hamilton and Done + Dusted.

For more information about Global Citizen and the campaign to support COVID-19 tests, treatments and vaccines, please visit globalcitizen.org and follow @GlblCtzn Twitter, Facebook and Instagram using #GlobalCitizen. Visit http://globalgoalunite.org to learn more about Global Goal: Unite for Our Future. 

For our Impact Report, please click here. 

Note to Editors: 
Commitments at the 27 June Summit will support organizations at the forefront of developing tests, treatments and vaccines, as well as groups that will ensure the equitable delivery of these to everyone, everywhere, while strengthening health systems in the future:

Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI)
The Foundation for Innovative New Diagnostics (FIND)
GAVI, the Vaccine Alliance
The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria
Therapeutics Accelerator
UNITAID
WHO’s COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund, powered by the UN Foundation
The International and Regional Response Network 

About Global Citizen:
Global Citizen is the world’s largest movement of action takers and impact makers dedicated to ending extreme poverty by 2030. With over 10 million monthly advocates, our voices have the power to drive lasting change around sustainability, equality, and humanity. We post, tweet, message, vote, sign, and call to inspire those who can make things happen to act — government leaders, businesses, philanthropists, artists, and citizens — together improving lives. By downloading our app, Global Citizens learn about the systemic causes of extreme poverty, take action on those issues, and earn rewards with tickets to concerts, events, and experiences all over the world. To date, the actions of our community, along with high-level advocacy efforts and work with partners, has resulted in commitments and policy announcements from leaders valued at over $48 billion, affecting the lives of more than 880 million people. For more information, visit GlobalCitizen.org.

CONTACT:
Global Citizen (GC): Charmion N. Kinder, media@globalcitizen.org
U.S. Inquiries:  Sunshine Sachs on behalf of GC, GC@sunshinesachs.com
International Inquiries: Weber Shandwick on behalf of GC, globalcitizen@webershandwick.com

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President of the World Travel & Tourism Council, in a discussion with Ismael Cala: «35 destinations adopt protocols for safe trips»

MIAMI, June 26, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Gloria Guevara, CEO and president of the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), announced that 35 destinations have already adopted the same protocols to reduce risks and to be able to travel safely starting in July.

«We want travelers to know that we are doing everything to reduce risks so that they can travel safely. The idea is for the experience to be the same in all sectors,» Guevara said in a…

MIAMI, June 26, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Gloria Guevara, CEO and president of the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), announced that 35 destinations have already adopted the same protocols to reduce risks and to be able to travel safely starting in July.

«We want travelers to know that we are doing everything to reduce risks so that they can travel safely. The idea is for the experience to be the same in all sectors,» Guevara said in a virtual program with communicator and strategist, Ismael Cala.

Among the countries that have adopted the WTTC’s safety protocol are Iceland, Portugal, Jamaica, Panama and Mexico (Cancún).

«There are two phases. Before and after the Covid-19 vaccine. And some protocols will be maintained, such as taking people’s temperature at airports,» she added.

Gloria Guevara, from Mexico, is the first Latina and the first woman to head the World Travel & Tourism Council, which is based in London.

«We are living in unprecedented times. We are leveraging the experience we gained after 9/11, because in order to regain confidence, globally standardized protocols are necessary,» Guevara said.

«We are going to bring you information that should lower fear and stress levels, so you can travel safely in our so-called ‘new normal’.»

Ismael Cala interviewed the influential leader at the beginning of the new production season of Cala Mundos, his travel program. He is now resuming the schedule with an up-to-date and inspiring theme: Cala Mundos: «Safe Travel Edition.»

«This new edition is a testimony of supporting the desire and adventurous feelings of every traveler who, like me, need to be well informed of the new measures and precautions that the tourist world has taken so that we can start returning to the most popular destinations all over the world,» Ismael Cala said.

Cala Mundos is a new partnership between Cala Enterprises, producer RealFiction Group —and its producer/director David Barski— and Sigma-Analysis Group —and its director of Sales and Marketing Strategy, Rita Hernández.

Some of the destinations for this season are Europe, the Dominican Republic, Thailand, Canada, Costa Rica, Argentina, Australia, Iceland, Patagonia, Greece, Israel, Colombia, Mexico, and seven cities in the US.

Cala Mundos: «Safe Travel Edition» will be on air starting in September 2020 in the US, Latin America, Europe and Asia.

See the full interview with Gloria Guevara:
https://www.facebook.com/IsmaelCala/videos/580139836023471/?v=580139836023471

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THE FIRST TAKE Welcomes K-Pop Group STRAY KIDS, For The First Time In History

NEW YORK, June 26, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — WATCH STRAY KIDS PERFORM «SLUMP» (Japanese Version) HERE

For the first time in the history of THE FIRST TAKE, Tokyo and Seoul join forces to…

NEW YORK, June 26, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — WATCH STRAY KIDS PERFORM «SLUMP» (Japanese Version) HERE

For the first time in the history of THE FIRST TAKE, Tokyo and Seoul join forces to present an online one-take performance to the world!

«THE FIRST TAKE», an original series from THE FIRST TAKE YouTube channel dedicated to filming performances by musicians and singers in a single take, have made a special comeback to present a performance by the popular K-POP group, Stray Kids on the 43rd episode.

Stray Kids, who made their Japanese debut this year, filmed and recorded this episode remotely in Korea, a very first for «THE FIRST TAKE.» The song performed by Stray Kids, «SLUMP – Japanese ver. – ,» is the ending theme to the animated television series Kami No Tou – Tower Of God. The group has expressed themselves in the song by touching upon the theme of trials and tribulations, which were drawn from Han’s personal experiences.

Stray Kids have been making huge strides worldwide since their debut in 2018; with their debut album, ‘I Am Not’ skyrocketing to #1 on the iTunes Album Chart in 10 areas around the world [U.S, Mexico, Peru, Finland, Russia, Singapore, Argentina, Malaysia, Taiwan, and Thailand]. Their first worldwide tour, with 13 dates total, sold out completely and took place only 1 year after the band’s debut. Their impact continues to be highlighted and raved about throughout the U.S, by publications such as MTV News, Forbes, Billboard, Allure, and Refinery29 who stated: «…they write and compose straight from their own experiences, painting a vivid picture of the feelings that young people share all over the world.»

A Word From Bang Chang of Stray Kids:

«We’re very honored to have been selected to perform on the comeback special. I was initially a little nervous when I heard we were to be filmed singing live in one take from start to finish but I really started to enjoy myself as I got into the song.

I feel as though this new experience has helped us take another positive step forward.

It’s also made us want to work harder than ever at our art and we hope to show our strengths to a great number of people in the future to come. We hope our live performance video on THE FIRST TAKE will give people encouragement and the motivation to uplift themselves.»

More About Stray Kids:
Stray Kids are a boy band formed by JYP Entertainment (home to 2PM and TWICE) through the survival reality program «Stray Kids» in 2017. The «Stray» in Stray Kids reflects their desire to shatter and break free from old traditions and formats. Issuing their debut EP I am Not in March 2018, all songs were written and produced by the group, their impressive talent quickly attracted much attention. They coveted award after award in the best new artist category, winning an impressive total of 11 new artist awards in 2019. In 2019, the group embarked on a world tour entitled «UNVEIL TOUR ‘I am…'» covering Asia, Oceania, the US, and Europe. Their shows sold out in many territories, proving to be a huge success around the globe. Their first headline show in Japan, «UNVEIL TOUR ‘I am…’ in JAPAN» was quickly arranged and they played at the Pacifico Yokohama National Convention Hall in September 2019. Demand for tickets was high and sold out immediately, proving to be a huge success as was «Stray Kids Japan Showcase 2019 ‘Hi-STAY,’ their showcase in Japan held at the Yoyogi National Stadium First Gymnasium in December of 2019. The group made their Japanese debut on March 18, 2020, with the best of album, SKZ2020.

Stray Kids Japan SNS:
Official Site | Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | YouTube

Stray Kids Korean SNS:
Official Site | Spotify | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

About THE FIRST TAKE
THE FIRST TAKE is a YouTube channel dedicated to filming performances by musicians and singers in a single take. This channel is brought to you in an incredible high-quality resolution compatible for 4k. Launched last year, the channel has over 1.17 million subscribers (as of June 12th) and boasts over 200 million cumulative views. Uploaded videos have frequently made an impact on social media.

For More Information on THE FIRST TAKE:
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Maria Gheridian’ s New Book Historia Gheridian, A Poignant Memoir Of A Journey Through Political And Social Injustices In Three Differing Societies

WALTHAM, Massachusetts, June 26, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The book Historia Gheridian: Tres Mundos was written by Maria Gheridian. Maria was an actress and educator and is currently retired living in Waltham, Massachusetts.

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WALTHAM, Massachusetts, June 26, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The book Historia Gheridian: Tres Mundos was written by Maria Gheridian. Maria was an actress and educator and is currently retired living in Waltham, Massachusetts.

Maria Gheridian has said about her book: «Three worlds guided by the force of one planet, Earth.  Three worlds so similar but at the same time so different. My family and I had to cross three different worlds and experience the political and social changes of various people and cultures to learn that in certain respects, society is the same everywhere. With the political changes we have seen how the misery of demagogue propaganda and resulting wars can destroy the history and culture of the people who have lived free for many years. With social changes, we have seen and experienced how the lack of means for a better life, and for opportunities for education can destroy people’s dreams for a future of peace. I and my family will not forget all the paths traveled to recognize the differences of the three worlds that we had to cross. With the personal changes that shaped my views of the world, and through the paths that I traveled traversing ‘three different worlds», I learned that some worlds can be true and some just illusions of truth. If they call that ‘destiny,’ I have covered almost everything during my journey along the paths that each one of my worlds has pointed out to me. Through my journey I discovered mixed feelings of gains and losses, fulfillment and disappointment, love and heartbreak, truth and lies, wins and losses and, above all, the power to persevere».

Published by Page Publishing, Maria Gheridian‘ s new book Historia Gheridian: Three worlds, follows a trail of pain and struggle experienced in three countries and challenging societies, resulting in personal turmoil and overbearing emotions.

Consumers who wish to be aware of the societal shifts and prejudices that cause conflict and inconvenience in life can purchase Historia Gheridian in any bookstore, or online at Apple iTunes, Amazon.com, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries, you can contact Page Publishing, through the following number: 866-315-2708.

About Page Publishing:
Page Publishing is a traditional full-service publishing house that handles all of the intricacies involved in publishing its authors’ books, including distribution in the world’s largest retail outlets and royalty generation. Page Publishing knows that authors need to be free to create, not bogged down with complicated business issues like eBook conversion, establishing wholesale accounts, insurance, shipping, taxes, and the like. Its roster of authors can leave behind these tedious, complex, and time-consuming issues and focus on their passion: writing and creating. Learn more at www.pagepublishing.com.

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Ricardo López Ruiz’s new book El Camino a la Vida Eterna, a comprehensive discussion of the Bible that inspires eternal life and a deeper understanding of God’ will

OCEANSIDE, California, June 26, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The book El Camino a la Vida Eterna was created by Ricardo López Ruiz. Ricardo is an author who studied law at the National Autonomous University of Mexico and obtained his patent to practice law with the thesis «The Crime of Robbery and Its Social Implications.»

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OCEANSIDE, California, June 26, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The book El Camino a la Vida Eterna was created by Ricardo López Ruiz. Ricardo is an author who studied law at the National Autonomous University of Mexico and obtained his patent to practice law with the thesis «The Crime of Robbery and Its Social Implications.»

Ricardo said this about his book: «In the Bible is found the power that can deliver the evil that threatens. The good thing now is that in a few pages and in a short time, you understand what the Spirit of God produces for those who fulfill his laws, norms, and decrees. Also, in a poetic way, they know the Law to which those who do not obey it are subject, that matter is corruptible and Spirit incorruptible, to practice the faith with facts so it is worth, the truth to set you free, to be faithful so God does not abandon you, the perfect love for you to be happy, to be powerful but humble. You will be able to lift your forehead, you will have peace, and you will reap justice. You can be happy, and you will not lack anything. You will know the eternal life that is God.»

Published by Page Publishing, Ricardo López Ruiz’s new book El Camino a la Vida Eterna will instill resounding spiritual wisdom to readers that will aid in discerning God’s purpose through his Holy Word.

Consumers who wish to strengthen their faith and conviction in the Lord can purchase El Camino a la Vida Eterna in any bookstore, or online at Apple iTunes, Amazon.com, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries, you can contact Page Publishing, through the following number: 866-315-2708.

About Page Publishing:
Page Publishing is a traditional full-service publishing house that handles all of the intricacies involved in publishing its authors’ books, including distribution in the world’s largest retail outlets and royalty generation. Page Publishing knows that authors need to be free to create, not bogged down with complicated business issues like eBook conversion, establishing wholesale accounts, insurance, shipping, taxes, and the like. Its roster of authors can leave behind these tedious, complex, and time-consuming issues and focus on their passion: writing and creating. Learn more at www.pagepublishing.com.

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