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PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The book Perfección, Persuasión y Perdón was created by Haydee Romero Clemente. Haydee is an author who was born in the Pinones de Loíza Sector, Puerto Rico. She is a teacher by profession. She studied at the World University and the Cupey Metropolitan University College. She served as an English teacher at the Emiliano Figueroa school in Pinones. She also worked as a teacher at Colegio de Jesús. Years later, she moved to the city of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania,

Clemente said this about her book: «Being a persuasive book, when writing, I thought to persuade the one who reads it that Christ is reality; and if you still don’t follow him, I invite you to follow him today. Get close to Jesus Christ, and you will obtain salvation. Every person who reads it will receive the blessing and all the divine grace have it in his life today. It is nice to know Christ, who is our king, and if you have not met him, please do not wait any longer. He will always be willing to give you his love and free you from death to give you salvation.»

Published by Page Publishing, Haydee Romero Clemente’s new book Perfección, Persuasión y Perdón reminds believers of God’s gracious mercy and compassion through the sacrifice and gift of redemption by Jesus Christ.

Consumers who wish to reinforce their belief in God and attain purpose and salvation can purchase Perfección, Persuasión y Perdón 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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PLANO, Texas, Feb. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) announced plans to debut in the U.S. market this year, three new electrified models – two BEVs and a PHEV.

«We continue to be leaders in electrification that began with our pioneering introduction of the Prius nearly 25 years ago,» said Bob Carter, TMNA executive vice president of sales. «Toyota’s new electrified product offerings will give customers multiple choices of powertrain that best suits their needs.»

The new electrified models further expand Toyota’s U.S. leadership in alternative powertrain vehicles. Toyota has over 40% share of the total alternative fuel vehicle market, which includes a 75% share of the fuel cell market and a 64% share of hybrids and plug-ins. By 2025, Toyota’s goal is to have 25% of new vehicle sales be electrified models, and by 2030 expects that to increase to nearly 70%.

Globally, Toyota hybrid vehicles sold have avoided an estimated 139 million tons of greenhouse gas (GHG) into the atmosphere. In the U.S., we have avoided approximately 38 million tons of GHG. This achievement is the result of Toyota’s long-standing commitment to the environment and creating a net positive impact on the planet and society. 

Between now and 2025, Toyota and Lexus models, globally, will have an electrified option. Toyota is also developing a dedicated BEV platform, e-TNGA, that offers flexibility for all drive configurations. These initiatives are further steps toward achieving the Toyota Environmental Challenge 2050, introduced in 2015, the most demanding and most inspiring environmental commitments Toyota has ever made.

«We believe the fastest way to lower greenhouse gases in the transportation sector is to offer drivers lower carbon choices that meet their needs,» said Gill Pratt, chief scientist of Toyota Motor Corporation and CEO of Toyota Research Institute. «At every price point and with multiple powertrains, we can put more people in cleaner automobiles across North America to have the greatest near-term impact on total carbon emissions.»

Toyota shared highlights of new internal research evaluating the environmental impact and cost of ownership between a PHEV and a BEV. For this research, Toyota created a tool that shows the trade-off between GHG Emissions and Total Cost of Ownership. The source code for this tool is publicly available at carghg.org for others to experiment with the various input parameters and see the movement of BEVs and PHEVs on the GHG and cost plot. The research found:

• GHG of a currently available BEV model and PHEV model are roughly the same in on-road performance when factoring in pollutants created by electricity production for the average U.S. energy grid used to charge batteries.
• Manufacturing is a component of GHG emissions. Using the «Greenhouse gases, Regulated Emissions, and Energy use in Technologies» (GREET) model, researchers found that the production of a PHEV emits less GHG since it uses a smaller, lighter weight battery.
• The PHEV is much less expensive to buy and own, compared to the BEV. Without any incentives, the five-year Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) of a long-range BEV is significantly higher than the PHEV. If you include incentives available this year (2020), the TCO of a long-range BEV is much higher.

The key point is that a BEV and PHEV can provide similar environmental benefits. Each has a unique profile and can be an optimal solution in different circumstances. By having a diversified product portfolio with multiple forms of vehicle electrification, Toyota can let consumers choose the model that best suits their usage needs and cost profile while maximizing the total contribution to GHG reduction.

Toyota’s progress on Challenge 2050 in North America is measured across four key areas – reducing carbon emissions, conserving water, fostering a sustainable supply chain including waste reduction, and protecting biodiversity. Sustainability planning, strategies and actions are driven by an annual North American Environmental Action Plan, with a five-year roadmap modeled to achieve targets in Challenge 2050 and also the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).  Toyota is currently targeting:

• Reduction in CO2 from the company’s operations, products and vehicle lifecycle – including logistics, suppliers and dealers
• Reduction in overall water use per unit of vehicle production by 3% from a 2020 baseline
• Reduction of procurement of plastic packaging materials by 25% from a 2018 baseline
• Development of third party validated onsite habitat management policy by 2021 and begin implementation in 2022.

As proof of its commitment, Toyota recently agreed to purchase power from a future Clearway Energy Group wind farm to reduce its overall carbon footprint from electricity used from the power grid. Toyota also provided an annual update toward having a net positive environmental impact in the 2020 North American Environmental Report.

About Toyota

Toyota (NYSE:TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in the U.S. for more than 60 years, and is committed to advancing sustainable, next-generation mobility through our Toyota and Lexus brands, plus our nearly 1,500 dealerships. 

Toyota has created a tremendous value chain and directly employs more than 36,000 in the U.S. The company has contributed world-class design, engineering, and assembly of more than 30 million cars and trucks at our 9 manufacturing plants, 10 including our joint venture in Alabama that begins production in 2021. 

To help inspire the next generation for a career in STEM-based fields, including mobility, Toyota launched its virtual education hub at www.TourToyota.com with an immersive experience and chance to visit many of our U.S. manufacturing facilities. The hub also includes a series of free STEM-based lessons and curriculum through Toyota USA Foundation partners, virtual field trips and more. For more information about Toyota, visit www.toyotanewsroom.com.

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Even Amid COVID-19 Parents Can Take Actions Now To Improve Their Child’s Dental Health Later

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — In time for National Children’s Dental Health Month, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (Public Health) launched a media and public education campaign to give parents advice on how to care for their children’s baby teeth and lay the foundation for their babies’ dental health as they grow with a healthy routine at home.

By the time they enter kindergarten, nearly half of children in Los Angeles County have experienced tooth decay and more than 60 percent of third grade children have had dental disease. The most common oral disease is tooth decay. Tooth decay remains more common in children from socioeconomically disadvantaged households, among children from Spanish speaking households, and among Asian, Black/African American and Latino/Latinx children. Children from families with low incomes are almost twice as likely to have treated and/or untreated cavities and are substantially more likely to have untreated cavities compared to those who do not come from families with low incomes. Nearly two-thirds of Latino/Latinx children and more than half of African American/Black children and almost half of Asian children have had a cavity in their lifetime, compared to only 32 percent of non-Hispanic white children.

«We see significant dental health disparities among children in Los Angeles County, with children from families with lower incomes more likely to have cavities and less likely to have access to dental care,» said Barbara Ferrer, PhD, MPH, MEd, Director of Public Health. «Dental health is essential to overall health. Developing preventive habits at home and having access to a dentist puts our children on track for a lifetime of healthy smiles. We encourage parents to visit ChooseHealthLA.com for tips and to find a low or no cost dentist near you.»

When not treated by a dentist, cavities can be painful and only get worse, reducing children’s wellbeing and academic development. Children experiencing toothaches may not be able to concentrate on their daily academic learnings or while taking an exam, for example. They may have a hard time concentrating or preparing for class. Untreated tooth decay can lead to health problems, including increasing pain, poor nutrition, infections which if left untreated could become life-threatening. Poor oral hygiene is associated with health problems such as heart disease, diabetes, and pregnancy complications later in life. It’s also more cost effective to start a healthy routine of going to the dentist by the time a child turns age one. Children covered by the Medi-Cal Dental Program who went to the dentist by age one had 40% lower dental costs over their next four years when compared to children that did not see a dentist in their first year of life. In California, children who qualify for Medi-Cal Dental insurance have most dental care services including teeth cleanings, fillings, and x-rays covered by their insurance.

Public Health’s awareness campaign encourages parents to take three simple actions to safeguard their baby’s dental health from day one:

• Even before the first tooth comes in, clean your baby’s gums with a washcloth after feeding;
• Brush your baby’s teeth twice a day with a soft toothbrush and just a smear of fluoride toothpaste, the size of a grain of rice; and,
• Start visiting the dentist every 6 months by the time your baby turns one or when the first tooth appears.

Public Health will run a public awareness and education campaign in English and Spanish to reach parents and caregivers of children ages 0-5 in communities where children have the highest rates of cavities and the least access to dental care. The effort will include advertisements on television, radio, online, social media, grocery stores, bus shelters, and pediatricians’ offices. Watch the campaign videos here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kbwHJOQtm6Q&list=PLlnxlejrhx-QFxbTObOUFEqO7xCTl389g

Find a low or no cost dentist near you and get tips for taking care of your child’s teeth at every age: ChooseHealthLA.com/Teeth

The Department of Public Health is committed to protecting and improving the health of over 10 million residents of Los Angeles County. Through a variety of programs, community partnerships and services, Public Health oversees environmental health, disease control, and community and family health. Nationally accredited by the Public Health Accreditation Board, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health comprises nearly 4,100 employees and has an annual budget of $1 billion. To learn more about Los Angeles County Public Health, visit PublicHealth.LACounty.gov, and follow LA County Public Health on social media at twitter.com/LAPublicHealth, facebook.com/LAPublicHealth, instagram.com/LApublichealth and youtube.com/LAPublicHealth.

Los Angeles County Department of Public Health works to protect health,
prevent disease, and promote health and well-being.

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COSTA MESA, Calif., Feb. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Vans is excited to announce the launch of Channel 66, a digital livestream network broadcasting weekdays from New York City, Chicago, Mexico City, and Los Angeles to audiences around the world. Vans version of community radio meets public access TV, Channel 66 is an embodiment of Vans’ commitment to support artists and creatives while also uplifting communities during such an unprecedented time. The COVID-19 pandemic has forever altered the events landscape and Vans has a deep history of reimagining event experiences and grassroots programs.

Channel 66 spotlights each city’s unique heritage in sub-culture by programming through the lens of the people who live it. Channel 66 offers a live audio and video broadcast featuring DJ sets, curated radio shows, talks, workshops, and musical performances across music, art, action sports and community. The General in Brooklyn, NY, House of Vans Chicago, Mexico City (broadcasting Spanish speaking shows), and Vans DTLA serve as Channel 66 studio locations.

Programming highlights include curated shows like Chessboxing with GZA, New Direction New York Hardcore show with Walter Schreifels, Afropunk’s Channel Interference, Poetry and lyricism by Young Chicago Authors, The Girl Ultra Show connecting music and fashion, and All Ages Show spotlighting Los Angeles’s rich heritage in DIY and punk.

Early show guests and DJs feature Japanese Breakfast, Channel Tres, Vic Mensa, Laura Jane Grace, Duckwrth, Rosa Pistola, Flea, Serena Isioma, Vans Pro skater Daniel Lutheran and many more. Additionally, Channel 66 turns over the airwaves to local skate shops, restaurants, music venues, and independent record labels.

Channel 66 went live on February 8^th and will continue to broadcast starting at 11:00am EST / 8:00 am PST every weekday with Friday nights featuring marquee live performances and dance-oriented DJ sets. As distance and separation from others has become an unfortunate reality for everyone across the world, Vans strives to cultivate Channel 66 as a place where audiences from all walks of life can come together to find inspiration.

To stay up to date with Channel 66 broadcasts and upcoming events online follow along at vans.com/channel66.

Follow Channel 66 on Instagram at vanschannel66.

About Vans
Vans^®, a VF Corporation (NYSE: VFC) brand, is the original action sports footwear, apparel and accessories brand. Vans^® authentic collections are sold in 97 countries through a network of subsidiaries, distributors and international offices. Vans^® has over 2,000 retail locations globally including owned, concession and partnership doors. The Vans^® brand promotes creative self-expression in youth culture across action sports, art, music and street culture and delivers progressive platforms such as Vans Checkerboard Day, Vans Park Series, Vans Triple Crown of Surfing^®, Vans Custom Culture, and Vans’ cultural hub and international music venue, House of Vans.

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WEST CHESTER, Pa., Feb. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Qurate Retail Group’s QVC^® US and HSN^®, leaders in building brands through livestream video storytelling across multiple platforms, today announced plans to introduce more than 90 emerging brands in apparel, accessories, beauty, culinary, home décor and innovations, and electronics throughout 2021. Two-thirds of the winning brands have self-identified as either women-owned or minority-owned, reflecting QVC and HSN’s commitment to developing a diverse and inclusive vendor community.   

QVC and HSN discovered the brands through The Big Find^®, the retailers’ second annual international search to discover entrepreneurs with the next big brand or unique product. Finalists met virtually with a panel of judges comprised of QVC and HSN merchandising leaders, program hosts, and brand founders from QVC and HSN established brands as well as return winners from The Big Find 2019, to prove that they have what it takes to bring their products to life to millions of QVC and HSN customers.

Twenty-three brands are expected to launch by the end of March, including Pili Ani and 54 Thrones (beauty); Nude Barre and Poppy + Sage (accessories); Pacific Northwest Cookie Company, Curly Girlz Candy and Pure Food by Estee (culinary); and Go Hang It! and The Strappee (home innovations). After seeing the increased demand specifically in categories like home decor, food, and electronics during the COVID-19 pandemic judges looked for product to address customers’ shifting needs as well as great storytellers who are authentic and passionate about their brand. Additional Big Find brands will launch throughout Q2 and through the rest of 2021.

«Each of these entrepreneurs have moved us with their remarkable personal stories and innovative products,» said Mary Campbell, Chief Merchandising Officer, Qurate Retail Group, and Chief Commerce Officer, QVC US. «We’re excited to give these emerging businesses a national stage to share their stories across multiple platforms and our team members are honored at the opportunity to provide mentorship and guidance in support of their growth. As The Big Find has shown once again, the entrepreneurial spirit is alive and well in the US, and around the world, and we know that our customers will be inspired by these new brands.»

QVC and HSN form one of the world’s largest video commerce platforms, reaching more than 90 million homes in the U.S. (380 million worldwide) via broadcast channels and millions more via streaming, web, mobile, and social platforms. The brands selected through The Big Find will have the opportunity to expand their reach and relevance and share their products directly with QVC and HSN customers, reaching them across all these platforms.

The 2020 Big Find search opened in July and received record-breaking interest and international reach, in part due to the virtual format of the pitch panel sessions. More than 2,400 entries from more than 60 countries were received. The search expanded in 2020 to include four new categories – home décor, home innovations, electronics, and culinary (including food and kitchen) – based on the success of the inaugural Big Find as well as recent growth in these categories. The five 2019 categories were also included: apparel, jewelry, accessories, footwear, and beauty.

In September, 270 finalists shared their brand stories and demonstrated their products virtually to the panel of judges. More than 100 finalists received a «Big Ticket,» an invitation to continue the product discovery process with QVC or HSN.

The brands launching this year follow the inaugural Big Find 2019 winners, including Mented Cosmetics, Sassy Jones, Cleo + Coco and Truth and Style, all of which sold out of items during their on-air premieres and continue to bring new products to QVC and HSN customers.

«Winning the Big Find has been an incredible experience and one that we are truly grateful for,» said Charis Jones, Owner of Sassy Jones, an accessories brand and 2019 Big Find Winner. «The QVC and HSN platforms have given us the ability to reach a large audience and share the story behind our brand. The connection that this creates with the customer is unique and one that you cannot find through other retail experiences. The QVC and HSN teams have welcomed us with open arms and we are excited to continue to grow our brand together.»

QVC and HSN are once again tapping the expertise of their vendor community to offer mentoring sessions for the winners of The Big Find. Founders and other leaders from such brands as Laura Geller, Peace Love World, Patricia Nash, and others are meeting with the up-and-coming entrepreneurs to answer questions, share insights, and offer coaching on live, authentic product storytelling.

The Big Find builds on QVC and HSN’s foundation of launching and fostering the growth of some of today’s most successful brands through the power of live video storytelling, discovery-driven shopping experiences, and loyal customer community-building. Qurate Retail Group recently announced the 2021 expansion of its Small Business Spotlight, a collaboration with the National Retail Federation (NRF) Foundation to support small businesses outside of the company’s vendor base. In 2021, QVC, HSN, and sister brand Zulily are providing on-air and/or digital exposure and various other pro-bono in-kind services to 100 entrepreneurs of diverse backgrounds.

To learn more about The Big Find, search «The Big Find» on QVC.com and HSN.com.

Big Find digital assets are available at https://www.qurateretailgroup.com/media-item/big-find-2020_launches_final.

About QVC^® and HSN^®

QVC delivers the joy of discovery through the power of relationships. Every day, QVC engages millions of shoppers in a journey of discovery through an ever-changing collection of familiar brands and fresh new products, from home and fashion to beauty, electronics, and jewelry. Along the way, QVC connects shoppers to interesting personalities, engaging stories, and award-winning customer service. Based in West Chester, Pa., and founded in 1986, QVC has retail operations in the U.S., the U.K., Germany, Japan, Italy, and through a joint venture in China. Worldwide, QVC engages shoppers on 13 broadcast networks reaching approximately 380 million homes and on multiple websites, mobile apps, and social pages. To learn more, visit corporate.qvc.com, follow @QVC on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter, or follow QVC on Pinterest, YouTube, or LinkedIn. 

HSN delivers the thrill of discovery through inspiring her passions. HSN is a leading interactive and lifestyle retailer, offering a curated assortment of exclusive products and top brand names to its customers. HSN incorporates entertainment, personalities, and industry experts to provide an entirely unique shopping experience. At HSN, customers find exceptional selections in health and beauty, jewelry, home/lifestyle, fashion/accessories, and electronics. HSN engages customers on two broadcast networks reaching approximately 92 million homes, and on a website, mobile apps, and social pages. HSN was founded over 40 years ago as the first shopping network and is based in St. Petersburg, Fla. To learn more, visit corporate.hsn.com, follow @HSN on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter, or follow HSN on Pinterest, YouTube, or LinkedIn.

Qurate Retail, Inc. (NASDAQ: QRTEA, QRTEB) includes QVC^®, HSN^®, Zulily^® and the Cornerstone brands (collectively, «Qurate Retail Group^SM«), as well as other minority interests and green energy investments. Qurate Retail Group believes in a Third Way to Shop^® – beyond transactional ecommerce or traditional brick-and-mortar stores. In addition to being a world leader in video commerce, Qurate Retail Group is among the top 10 ecommerce retailers in North America (according to Digital Commerce 360) and is a leader in mobile commerce and social commerce. For more information, visit www.qurateretailgroup.com, follow @QurateRetailGrp on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter, or follow Qurate Retail Group on YouTube or LinkedIn.

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