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Hard Rock International Announces Black Friday And Cyber Monday Holiday Deals For The Fans

HOLLYWOOD, Fla., Nov. 25, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Hard Rock International today announced Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals taking center stage for Hard Rock Hotels & Casinos, Hard Rock Cafes and Hard Rock’s on-premise and online retail Rock Shops for a limited time from Nov. 26-30. Hard Rock will offer discounted hotel stays, meals and retail deals in honor of the holidays, including:

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Hard Rock Hotels & Casinos: The hottest Black Friday and Cyber Monday hotel deals at over 30 global hotels, resorts and casinos include up to 50% off all-inclusive stays in Mexico and the Dominican Republic and up to 40% off at Hard Rock Hotel Tenerife in Spain. Those looking to book their next getaway can visit www.hardrockhotels.com/black-friday-2020.aspx to shop all deals and lock in discounted rates before it’s too late*.
Hard Rock Cafe: Guests can visit participating Hard Rock Cafe locations on Black Friday, Nov. 27, to take advantage of a juicy, one-day only Steak Burger offer, including three award-winning Steak Burger options – The Original Legendary® Burger, BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger and The Big Cheeseburger – and a side of seasoned fries for only $11.95. Hard Rock Cafe’s Steak Burgers are crafted with a proprietary beef blend to produce the most flavorful burger possible and include premium accompaniments like freshly baked, toasted buns, produce at its prime and signature sauces. Additionally, those who spend a minimum of $50 or more in participating Cafe locations on Black Friday can receive a free Ultralight Portable Packable License Plate Print Backpack with any retail purchase from the Rock Shop*.
Rock Shop: Those who proudly rock the brand’s world-famous merchandise can visit Hard Rock’s retail Rock Shop in-person to pick up limited-time and fan favorite classic merchandise items from tees and pins to glassware and more. Fans who spend a minimum of $50 at participating Rock Shops on Black Friday will receive a free Ultralight Portable Packable License Plate Print Backpack with purchase*.
Online Rock Shop: Guests who prefer the online retail experience can visit Hard Rock’s online Rock Shop at www.shop.hardrock.com to take advantage of more than 50 amazing Doorbuster deals from Nov. 26-29, including free shipping on all orders worldwide and a free Ultralight Portable Packable License Plate Print Backpack for those who spend a minimum of $75*.

«With Thanksgiving just hours away and the season of giving in full-swing, we want to make sure Hard Rock is providing incredible value and offers to our fans worldwide,» said Jon Lucas, Chief Operating Officer at Hard Rock International. «The deals across the board at Hard Rock this year are simply unbeatable. Whether you want to plan a relaxing getaway with your loved ones, enjoy a delicious Steak Burger or shop hundreds of Hard Rock branded merchandise items on our website or in person at our Rock Shops, there is truly something for everyone to take advantage of for the holidays.»

Hard Rock’s SAFE + SOUND program implemented at every location will ensure that guests can enjoy their in-person experience in a safe and sanitary environment. Hard Rock International partnered with world-renowned public health and safety organizations like EcoSure, an Ecolab Division, and NSF International, formerly known as the National Sanitation Foundation, to ensure its properties are SAFE + SOUND, meeting the highest standards of safety, sanitation, food handling and team member training. The enhanced SAFE + SOUND safety protocol includes, but is not limited to procedures such as a state-of-the-art, non-intrusive thermal temperature screening process before entering, social distancing measures and protective mask requirements for all team members.

To learn more about Hard Rock Hotels & Casinos or to book a stay, visit www.hardrockhotels.com. To learn more about Hard Rock Cafe or to make a reservation, visit www.hardrockcafe.com. To shop Hard Rock’s online retail Rock Shop, visit www.shop.hardrock.com.

* Official terms and conditions apply

About Hard Rock®
Hard Rock International (HRI) is one of the most globally recognized companies with venues in 248 locations spanning 70 countries that include owned, licensed or managed Hotels, Casinos, Rock Shops®, Cafes and Hard Rock Live concert halls. Beginning with an Eric Clapton guitar, Hard Rock owns and showcases the world’s most valuable collection of music memorabilia at more than 83,000 pieces. In 2020, Hard Rock International was honored as one of Forbes Magazine’s Best Employers for Diversity and Top Employers for Women. Hard Rock was recognized as one of the top performing hotel brands in J.D. Power’s 2020 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Study for the second consecutive year. HRI destinations are located in the world’s greatest international gateway cities, including its two most successful flagship properties in Florida and home to the world’s first Guitar Hotel® in South Florida, where its headquarters are located. The brand is owned by HRI parent entity The Seminole Tribe of Florida. For more information on Hard Rock International visit www.hardrock.com or shop.hardrock.com.

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Spanish Broadcasting System Schedules Third Quarter 2020 Earnings Release And Conference Call

MIAMI, Nov. 25, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. (OTC Pink: SBSAA) (the «Company») announced that it will post its third quarter 2020 financial results on Monday, November 30, 2020. The quarterly earnings release and reporting package will be available on the Company’s website, at <a target="_blank"…

The Company will host a webcast to discuss its third quarter 2020 financial results on Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The live webcast can be found on the Company’s website at http://www.spanishbroadcasting.com/webcasts-presentations. A replay of the webcast will also be available at http://www.spanishbroadcasting.com/webcasts-presentations for fourteen days.

You may also access via teleconference by dialing 412-317-5441 ten minutes prior to its scheduled start time. There will also be a replay available through Wednesday, December 16, 2020 which can be accessed by dialing 877-344-7529 (U.S) or 412-317-0088 (Int’l), passcode: 10150088.

About Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc.

Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. (SBS) owns and operates 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, Regional Mexican, Spanish Adult Contemporary, Top 40 and Urbano format genres. SBS also operates AIRE Radio Networks, a national radio platform of over 300 affiliated stations reaching 95% of the U.S. Hispanic audience. SBS also owns MegaTV, a network television operation with over-the-air, cable and satellite distribution and affiliates throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico, produces a nationwide roster of live concerts and events, and owns a stable of digital properties, including La Musica, a mobile app providing Latino-focused audio and video streaming content and HitzMaker, a new-talent destination for aspiring artists. For more information, visit us online at www.spanishbroadcasting.com.

Contacts:

Analysts and Investors		Analysts, Investors or Media
José I. Molina		Brad Edwards
Chief Financial Officer		The Plunkett Group
(305) 441-6901		(212) 739-6740

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2020 Stopping Cyber Monday? Not Hardly!

WASHINGTON, Nov. 25, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Even under normal circumstances not everyone can get together for in-person celebrations. But this year has been anything but normal. As a result, many are resorting to shipping gifts and relying on video technology to bring them together for all of their holiday festivities. And while we can’t fix your tech issues for the video celebrations, we can ensure your gifts arrive in time for the fun. No matter what you order on Cyber Monday, or…

Don’t feel like going to the Post Office to drop off your special gift? You can stay home, cozy, and socially distant by going online. Visit usps.com or use the Click-N-Ship feature for help shipping that special holiday gift, ordering free Priority Mail boxes, printing shipping labels, purchasing postage and even requesting free next-day Package Pickup. And usps.com is always open.

2020 Holiday Shipping Deadlines
The Postal Service recommends the following mailing and shipping deadlines for expected delivery by Dec. 25 to Air/Army Post Office/Fleet Post Office/Diplomatic Post Office and domestic addresses*:

Dec. 9 — APO/FPO/DPO (ZIP Code 093 only) Priority Mail and First-Class Mail services
Dec. 11 — APO/FPO/DPO (all other ZIP Codes) Priority Mail and First-Class Mail services
Dec. 15 — USPS Retail Ground service
Dec. 18 — APO/FPO/DPO (except ZIP Code 093) USPS Priority Mail Express service
Dec. 18 — First-Class Mail service (including greeting cards)
Dec. 18 — First-Class packages (up to 15.99 ounces)
Dec. 19 — Priority Mail service
Dec. 23 — Priority Mail Express* service

Alaska

Dec. 18 — Alaska to/from Continental U.S. First-Class Mail
Dec. 19 — Alaska to/from Continental U.S. Priority Mail
Dec. 21 — Alaska to/from Continental U.S. Priority Mail Express

Hawaii

Dec. 15 — Hawaii to/from mainland Priority Mail and First-Class Mail
Dec. 21 — Hawaii to/from mainland Priority Mail Express

*Not a guarantee, unless otherwise noted. Dates are for estimated delivery before Dec. 25. Actual delivery date may vary depending on origin, destination, Post Office acceptance date and time, and other conditions. Some restrictions apply. For Priority Mail Express shipments mailed Dec. 22 through Dec. 25, the money-back guarantee applies only if the shipment was not delivered, or delivery was not attempted, within two business days.

To send packages to loved ones serving in the military or at diplomatic posts abroad, the Postal Service offers a discounted price of $19.60 on its largest Priority Mail Flat Rate Box. The price includes a $1.50 per-box discount for mail sent to APO/FPO/DPO destinations worldwide.

To handle this year’s holiday shipping, the Postal Service is expanding Sunday deliveries in high package volume locations. Mail carriers will also deliver Priority Mail Express packages on Christmas Day for an additional fee in select locations.

Busiest Week
The Postal Service’s busiest time of the season peaks two weeks before Christmas, when much last-minute shopping starts. Customer traffic is expected to increase beginning Dec. 7, with the week of Dec. 14 – 21 predicted to be the busiest mailing, shipping and delivery week.

Holiday Advertising Campaign
The Postal Service’s 2020 holiday campaign features direct mail, TV, radio, print, digital and social media promotions highlighting the organization’s proud tradition of delivering cheer and value to consumers and businesses.

The first of several TV spots began airing mid-November and can be viewed on USPS-TV. A direct mail piece with information customers need to know for the holidays will be mailed to more than 100 million homes by Thanksgiving.

The Postal Service also offers shipping tips in 10 video «how to» guides. Each video is less than three minutes long and shows how to address packages, ship packages and pack a box so items arrive safely.

Mail and packages weighing more than 10 ounces and/or are more than a half-inch thick cannot be dropped into a collection box or left for a carrier to pick up if you’re using stamps for postage. Instead, take them to a retail associate at any of our Post Office locations.

Additional news and information, including all domestic, international and military mailing, and shipping deadlines, can be found at the Postal Service Holiday Newsroom: usps.com/holidaynews.

The Postal Service receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations.

Please Note: For U.S. Postal Service media resources, including broadcast quality video and audio and photo stills, visit the USPS Newsroom. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, and LinkedIn. Subscribe to the USPS YouTube Channel, like us on Facebook and enjoy our Postal Posts blog. For more information about the Postal Service, visit usps.com and facts.usps.com.

More USPS holiday news, including shipping deadlines and letters to Santa, can be found at usps.com/holidaynews. For reporters interested in speaking with a regional Postal Service public relations professional, please go to about.usps.com/news/media-contacts/usps-local-media-contacts.pdf.

Contact: Kim Frum
kimberly.a.frum@usps.gov
usps.com/news

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Former Governor of Puerto Rico Statement Regarding Exoneration by Independent Prosecutor

WASHINGTON, Nov. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Former Governor Ricardo Rosselló of Puerto Rico was exonerated today after the commonwealth’s Independent Prosecutor (FEI, its acronym in Spanish) released the report on its 16-month investigation that resulted in no charges against Rosselló.

The FEI investigation was launched on July 15, 2019 by the Puerto Rico Independent Prosecutor to…

The FEI investigation was launched on July 15, 2019 by the Puerto Rico Independent Prosecutor to examine the leaked – and according to FEI and the Institute for Forensic Sciences of Puerto Rico a document that is not original and is incomplete and modified – text messages.

«First and foremost, I want to thank my wife, Beatriz for being a pillar of strength and love. I also want to thank my children, my entire family, and all of my friends and supporters for their unbending belief and love during this long and arduous process,» said Rosselló. «As I have said all along, this regrettable issue was used by my political opponents to distract attention away from the significant reforms we were achieving on behalf of the people of Puerto Rico – chief among them eliminating the culture of corruption.»

Rosselló points out during his administration the creation of an Inspector General office, a streamlined procurement reform, a turnkey collaborative MOU with the federal government to battle corruption, the first anti-corruption code for the island, regulation of lobbyists by creating the first public registry, a local freedom of information act, and transparency efforts to publish financial data that had previous to his administration always been withheld.

«I regret that as consequence of this issue my administration was thwarted in a sincere desire to faithfully serve the people of Puerto Rico,» he said.

Rosselló, who has an extensive and distinguished background in biosciences, is currently living near Washington, D.C., where he is working the creation of businesses to help address the global pandemic. He is also lecturing graduate classes in government, where he shares some of the lessons learned from his experience in leading Puerto Rico.

«I am grateful to the people of Puerto Rico for allowing me to serve and I am proud of the achievements we made together, under the toughest of circumstances,» Rosselló said. «Facing unprecedented fiscal challenges, economic decay, social stagnation, government structural collapse, an imposed fiscal oversight board, and the impact of two devastating storms in the span of two weeks, we did much to address the corruption, inefficiency and complacency that plagued our government for years. Our accomplishments in streamlining government, reforming the energy, health, and education sectors, reducing crime rates, growing the economy, and advancing the rights of women, the poor, faith-based communities and the LGBTQ communities put Puerto Rico in a better place. While many challenges still lie ahead, I remain confident of a more hopeful future, and that future includes statehood for Puerto Rico.»

SOURCE Ricardo Rosselló

This Holiday Season, Sesame Street is Helping Families Whether They’re Staying Home or Missing Relatives Far Away

NEW YORK, Nov. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — This year, families are facing a holiday season like no other. Travel plans may be canceled. Traditional gatherings may not be possible. Kids may feel restless after a long autumn of in-home learning. As these unusual holidays get closer, Sesame Street is here to help with new books, apps, free resources, and more.

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The holidays are an occasion to spend time with loved ones — but that can be hard across long distances, especially while travel is limited. With Caribu, an activity-based video calling app, faraway parents, grandparents, aunts, and uncles can connect with little ones by reading Sesame Street ebooks together during video calls. (Caribu recently added more than 100 Sesame Street titles to their ebook library, including a selection of holiday titles.) For families who will be enjoying in-person story time this winter, Cookies for Elmo from Sourcebooks offers a timeless message about the importance of sharing – and it even includes a cookie recipe that’s perfect for baking together.

As temperatures drop across the country, parents may be looking for new ways to keep kids active indoors – like dancing with their friend Elmo! The Monster Hits: Rock & Rhyme with Elmo video collection from Shout! Factory Kids is packed with singalong songs and nursery rhymes, paired with favorite monster moments from Sesame Street – available now on DVD and digital download. Hasbro’s Rock and Rhyme Elmo plush is a cuddly companion for toddlers ages 18 months and up, singing five songs to the tunes of beloved nursery rhymes and saying 14 phrases in English and Spanish. (Kids can strum along on his Elmo-sized guitar as he sings or squeeze his nose for silly honking sounds.) An «It’s Time to Rock & Rhyme» album offers a mix of Sesame songs and familiar classics to get kids moving – available on streaming and digital download platforms from Warner Music Group’s Arts Music.

Other kinds of self-expression can also help kids process big feelings in a positive way. For little ones, Sesame Street-themed Magna-Tiles® sets from CreateOn spark creativity while building fine-motor skills; included curriculum guides help parents take kids’ play in an educational direction. Older children can find their creative voice with Kwame Alexander’s Free Write: A Poetry Notebook from Sourcebooks. (It’s part of a companion series to Sesame Workshop’s Ghostwriter on AppleTV+, but you don’t need to be familiar with the show to write along with Kwame!) In Free Write, this Newbery Medal-winning author offers poetry starters, inspirational quotes, fill-in-the-blank activities, and lots of space for kids ages 8-12 to scribble and create.

«The holidays are going to look different for all of us this year. But one thing hasn’t changed: Elmo, Big Bird, Abby Cadabby, and all kids’ Sesame Street friends are ready to offer comfort and spread holiday cheer all the same,» said Gabriela Arenas, Sesame Workshop’s Vice President of Licensing, North America. «Working closely with wonderful partners, we’re happy to offer a variety of fun and educational products to help families make the most of the holidays in this difficult time – however they’re celebrating.»

For more support from Sesame Workshop – the nonprofit organization behind the beloved show – parents can visit the Sesame Street: Caring for Each Other hub, updated frequently with new videos, free printable activities, and articles for parents. (Resources on missing friends and understanding the difference between needs and wants may be particularly helpful at this time.) And stay tuned in December for a holiday-focused Caring for Each Other update and curated holiday playlists on Sesame Street’s YouTube channel.

About Sesame Workshop
Sesame Workshop is the nonprofit educational organization behind Sesame Street, the pioneering television show that has been reaching and teaching children since 1969. Today, Sesame Workshop is an innovative force for change, with a mission to help kids everywhere grow smarter, stronger, and kinder. We’re present in more than 150 countries, serving vulnerable children through a wide range of media, formal education, and philanthropically funded social impact programs, each grounded in rigorous research and tailored to the needs and cultures of the communities we serve. For more information, please visit www.sesameworkshop.org.

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Emilia Pedersen Releases Debut Single, Skyline

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Pop artist, Emilia Pedersen, releases her first single, «Skyline».

«Skyline» is an upbeat, uplifting pop song that radiates confidence and optimism for the future. Emilia sings about her determination to overcome whatever obstacle comes her way, and rise above it. As the lyrics in the song say, «the limit is the skyline».

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LOS ANGELES, Nov. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Pop artist, Emilia Pedersen, releases her first single, «Skyline».

The single, «Skyline,» continues to top the charts in Brazil. Most recently she was #8 in the 10 Top Artists in Brazil.

Emilia Pedersen is a budding artist originally from Denmark. Although she’s lived in New York for over 12 years, she has become a well-known artist in Brazil who has embraced her with open arms. Now, Emilia is eager to introduce her music to the United States.

When asked what she loved about music, she said, «music is a universal language that goes into the soul, not just the ears. I can express myself in a way that is beyond simply conversing.»

Emilia is set to release another single next month, titled «Missing Myself», and continue releasing more tracks into the new year. Emilia is certainly an artist to watch this next year!

«Skyline» is available now on all major platforms. Follow Emilia on social media for more information and future releases.

About Emilia Pedersen

Emilia Pedersen is a half-Brazilian pop singer from Denmark. She currently resides in New York, where she has lived for the last 12 years. Aside from singing, Emilia shines in acting and modeling. Over the years, she has participated in several fashion shows and acted in various productions in New York, Denmark, and Brazil. Emilia is also an ambassador for multiple charity organizations. She is multi-lingual and can speak Danish, Portuguese, Spanish, and English. Her musical influences include Ariana Grande, Selena Gomez, Taylor Swift, Billie Eilish, Miley Cyrus.

Media Contact

Team AMW, AMW Group, +1 (310) 295-4150, info@amworldgroup.com

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Public Health Experts and Activists Celebrate The Movement Toward Social Justice in Public Health, the 5th Annual California Alcohol Policy Alliance Summit

SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — California Alcohol Policy Alliance (CAPA), and

SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — California Alcohol Policy Alliance (CAPA), and Alcohol Justice, held #CAPASummit2020 – the 5th Annual CAPA Summit – The Movement Toward Social Justice in Public Health over the first three Fridays in November. The successful virtual event took place via Zoom and was attended by 296 public health experts and advocates.

«Rising to overcome the challenges of COVID, this year’s summit was an exciting success,» said Richard Zaldivar, Board Chair of Alcohol Justice. «CAPA has developed an intersectional approach to alcohol policy that has earned the respect of public health and safety-minded activists and lawmakers throughout California. We look forward to supporting CAPA’s continuing participation in crafting public policy that places community health and safety over alcohol industry profits.»

#CAPASummit2020 was spread over three successive Fridays that began on November 6^th. In addition to participating in the virtual sessions, CAPA attendees were acknowledged in inspirational video messages by California State Assemblymember Tom Lackey and Los Angeles County Department of Public Health Director Dr. Barbara Ferrer.

«It’s important that we have thoughtful conversations about the potential impact alcohol can have on our health and our communities,» stated California State Assemblymember Lorena Gonzalez. «I applaud CAPA for being a unified voice for diverse organizations in California that want to prevent substance abuse and other alcohol-related harm through statewide action.»

Session topics and speakers included:

DAY 1 – Equity, Alcohol Injustice

Chanchanit (Chancee) Martorell, Thai Community Development Center
Kandee Lewis, Positive Results Corporation
Jose Guevara-Johnson, The Wall Las Memorias Project
Tasha R. Fridia, JD, Tribal Law and Policy Institute
Yvette Lopez-Ledesma, The Wilderness Society
Dinora Heredia, A.K.A. Fémina Fatal, Batallones Femeninos

DAY 2 – COVID-19 and Alcohol

Dr. John Connolly, Chief Strategist, L.A. County Department of Public Health
Dr. Lello Tesema, L.A. County Department of Public Health Division of Substance Abuse Prevention & Control (SAPC)
Diana Zúñiga, L.A. County Department of Health Services, Alternatives to Incarceration Workgroup
Nicolle Perras, L.A. County Department of Public Health
Nelly Arias, L.A. County Department of Mental Health
Franklin Romero, L.A. County Department of Mental Health
Raul M. Herrera, AJUPEME USA – Turtle Island, International Ulama Mesoamerican Hip-Ballgame association
Carson Benowitz-Fredricks, MSPH, CHES, Alcohol Justice
Vanessa Ramirez Garcia, Future Leaders of America
Xavier Flores, Pueblo y Salud, Inc.

DAY 3 – Social Justice-Informed Policy

Antonio Cortez Appling, The Long Beach Poetry Slam
Brian «SuperB» Oliva, Multi-title slam champion, Slam Poetry Coach
Kat Magill, 2x National Poetry Slam finalist, HBO Def Jam Poet,
Brenda Villanueva, Co-chair, Los Angeles Drug and Alcohol Policy Alliance
Gilbert Mora, MS, Co-chair, California Alcohol Policy Alliance
Jorge Castillo, Alcohol Justice
Raul Verdugo, Alcohol Justice
Veronica De Lara, MPA, Co-chair, California Alcohol Policy Alliance
Mayra Jimenez, Alcohol Justice

«The COVID-19 pandemic has shown us that public health needs to be reevaluated to provide fair access to all, especially for low earning communities and communities of color,» said California State Assemblymember Monique Limón. «A pandemic of this magnitude comes with many risks and concerns beyond the virus. Losing a loved one, a job, and not interacting with those around you can be very difficult, and for many, it is challenging to seek help. I applaud CAPA for having conversations about the risk of alcohol abuse during these times and interconnecting social justice with public health as we continue seeing the need for improvement in our system.»

«Even though COVID made it impossible to come together physically with activists from throughout the state, we were still able to celebrate past CAPA victories and plan new strategies,» stated Gilbert Mora, Co-Chair of CAPA. «The virtual turnout produced unexpected moments of deep insight and inspiration. CAPA is ready to move forward with confidence and strength to demand social justice in public health in California.»

CAPA Member Organizations:

• Alcohol Justice	• Lutheran Office of Public Policy – CA
• Alcohol-Narcotics Education Foundation of California	• MFI Recovery Center
• ADAPP, Inc.	• Mountain Communities Family Resource Center
• ADAPT San Ramon Valley	• National Asian Pacific American Families Against Substance Abuse
• Bay Area Community Resources	• National Council on Alcoholism & Drug Dependence – Orange County
• Behavioral Health Services, Inc.	• Partnership for a Positive Pomona
• CA Council on Alcohol Problems	• Paso por Paso, Inc.
• CASA for Safe & Healthy Neighborhoods	• Project SAFER
• Center for Human Development	• Pueblo y Salud
• Center for Open Recovery	• Reach Out
• DogPAC of San Francisco	• San Marcos Prevention Coalition
• Dolores Huerta Foundation	• San Rafael Alcohol & Drug Coalition
• Eden Youth & Family Center	• SAY San Diego
• Institute for Public Strategies	• Saving Lives Drug & Alcohol Coalition
• FASD Network of Southern CA	• South Orange County Coalition
• Friday Night Live Partnership	• Tarzana Treatment Centers, Inc.
• Koreatown Youth & Community Center	• The Wall Las Memorias Project
• Laytonville Healthy Start	• UCEPP Social Model Recovery Systems
• L.A. County Friday Night Live	• Women Against Gun Violence
• L.A. Drug & Alcohol Policy Alliance (L.A.DAPA)	• Youth For Justice
• L.A. County Office of Education

CAPA Mission:
The California Alcohol Policy Alliance (CAPA) shall unite diverse organizations and communities in California to protect health and safety, and prevent alcohol-related harm through statewide action.

CAPA Platform:
Current core issues leading to specific advocacy and policy change action items.

Raise the price of alcohol through taxes and fees, supporting the «Charge for Harm» concept that the industry should pay for treatment, prevention and all other costs to government.
Limit alcohol advertising in all media, especially on government-controlled property and where children or targeted populations are exposed.
Make the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control effective, efficient, transparent, and accountable to public health and safety concerns of the community, and not to cater to industry profits and license expediency, through policies that reduce alcohol outlet density and increase funding for alcohol control, regulation, and enforcement.
Eliminate product lines (such as alcopops and malt liquors) oriented to underage youth and vulnerable or targeted populations.
Reduce the allowable blood alcohol content for drivers as «Point .05 Saves Lives»
Improve labelling and out-of-home advertising of all alcohol products to ensure a) no marketing to youth, b) no indications of unsubstantiated health claims, c) display of alcohol content by volume and percentage and d) display of harms.

For more information on CAPA, go to: https://alcoholpolicyalliance.org/ and follow on:
Twitter @CAPA_Alcohol
Instagram @caalcoholpolicy
Facebook @AlcoholPolicyAlliance
California Alcohol Policy Alliance is a project of Alcohol Justice

CONTACT: Michael Scippa 415 548-0492
Jorge Castillo 213 840-3336
Mayra Jimenez 323 683-4687

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Colombia Launches The Strategy «VISIT HOME, YOUR BEST DESTINATION»

MIAMI, Nov. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — In order to reactivate international tourism in Colombia, ProColombia has launched «VISIT HOME, YOUR BEST DESTINATION,» which invites Colombians living abroad to return to their places of origin, take in the flavors and rhythms that trigger childhood memories, and also learn more about the destinations and experiences in Colombia that are part of their identity.

This campaign…

This campaign is part of a larger strategy to reactivate international tourism, which has four main objectives: to restore air, sea, and land connectivity; to provide tools to businesspeople; to promote and strengthen partnerships and synergies; and to carry out promotional activities in accordance with the reactivation phases.

This strategy is expected to encourage Colombians living abroad, including second and third generations, to travel within Colombia—and to invite their foreign friends, fellow students, and colleagues to visit the country as well.

The objective is for travelers to engage in several unique experiences in Colombia. These include exploring the country’s wildest side in the Serranía de Chiribiquete National Park, visiting one of Colombia’s four deserts, such as the Tatacoa Desert, enjoying rejuvenating urban landscapes in big cities such as Medellín, Cali, and Bogotá, and perhaps discovering earthly paradises like Minca, near Santa Marta.

«In our efforts to advance Colombia’s economic recovery, we must work hand in hand with Colombians living abroad, since they are the first group traveling to Colombia to reunite with their loved ones. Additionally, as the best ambassadors that Colombia can have abroad, we hope that this group will spread the word and invite others to enjoy everything that Colombia has to offer as a destination,» stated Flavia Santoro, president of ProColombia.

The first step will be a social media campaign that invites Colombians living abroad to travel in Colombia with the message: «VISIT HOME, YOUR BEST DESTINATION» using the #ColombiaTuMejorDestino hashtag.

SOURCE ProColombia

Fundación para la Democracia Panamericana: Two young artists have been condemned to death in Cuba; the only way to save them is to obtain the release of the wrongfully convicted musician Denis Solís

MIAMI, Nov. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — A healthy adult can live a maximum of five – at most, seven – days without drinking water under normal conditions. The bodies of Maykel and Luis Manuel are deteriorating at an alarming rate, traces of blood in their urine warn of imminent kidney complications. Doctors warn that multiorgan failure could occur at any time.

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Yesterday, at 3:00 PM, marked the 6th day of the hunger and thirst strike that Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara and Maykel Castillo have maintained from their humble home, in the San Isidro neighborhood of Old Havana. They are demanding the release of 32-year-old Cuban rapper Denis Solís, who was arrested, tried and convicted within 48 hours for ordering a policeman to leave his home after he broke in without permission.

«We are running out of time» said activist and Morris Abram Award recipient Rosa María Payá.

«We have directly requested, and reiterate, our call to the Foreign Action Service of the European Union – which is in the process of dialogue with the Cuban dictatorship – to the ministers of the European Union and the Parliament; to the governments of the Americas; the Catholic Church and the Christian churches in Cuba; the International Red Cross, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Michelle Bachelet; and His Holiness Pope Francis; so that they intervene before the government in Cuba in favor of the immediate release of rapper Denis Solís and to save the lives of those on strike.»

She went on to say, «The imprisonment of Denis Solís is incompatible with the lives of Luis Manuel and Maykel. It is a basic humanitarian issue. The authorities in Cuba can release Denis Solís on house arrest and send him home now. They can avoid the death of young artists, while clarifying the legal situation of Denis, whose incarceration has been riddled by obvious violations of due process.»

The faces of the 14 people who, in solidarity with Denis, have been subject to a police blockade in the little house of San Isidro since November 16, resemble the faces of all Cubans. Among them are artists, academics, activists, journalists, self-employed workers, scientists — all children of a broken Cuba that they, as many, refuse to lose.» The siege, maintained by the political police, has prevented representatives of the Catholic church from offering them previously requested religious assistance. As a result, the regime is also in violation of the right of Cuban religious personnel to protect life.

The regime has also prohibited family and friends from giving supplies to those who are not on a hunger strike, and they have banned all the representatives of the diplomatic corps who have wished to examine the status of the strikers. However, at dawn on the fourth day of the strike, an aggressor whom the political police sent and allowed to pass through the barred area, approached the door of the San Isidro residence with a hammer and broke a bottle on the head of artist Luis Manuel Otero. He remains in the house and has yet to receive any medical attention.

The decision to initiate a hunger and thirst strike is the culmination of the extreme situation they are experiencing. These young victims are not alone in being subjected to some of the most brutal harassment and police violence; the citizenry of Cuba is also and is a society that has run out of vital options.

Cuba is in the midst of a humanitarian crisis, caused by the regime, that has only been heightened by the COVID-19 pandemic. It has been further exacerbated by the regime’s unwillingness to release humanitarian assistance sent by Cubans in exile though churches to the some of its most needy citizens.

«We call for Liberty and Life for Cuba.»

About Cuba Decide
Cuba Decide is a citizen initiative to change the political and economic system in Cuba provoking a peaceful transition process towards democracy.

THE STRATEGY
Generate the pressure necessary to force the regime to submit to the will of the people through coordinated non-violent action of the citizens and the international community.
Convert thousands of Cubans into agents of change through a platform that informs, involves, and mobilizes citizens on the Island.

THE TOOL
Cubans must be free to decide their future.
To make the change, Cuba Decide proposes that the will of Cubans be expressed and complied with through a binding plebiscite in Cuba ―a direct vote of the people― to answer the following question:

Are you in agreement with the convening of free, fair and plural elections exercising freedom of expression and of the press, and organizing freely in political parties and social organizations with total plurality?

Yes or No?

JOIN US
A tremendous mobilization effort is under way!
Learn more and join our movement at cubadecide.org.
Be part of our conversations on Facebook.com/CubaDecide and on Twitter and Instagram by following the user @CubaDecide and using the #CubaDecide tag

FDP is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization which promotes the Cuba Decide platform alongside thousands of Cubans.

CONTACT:
Leandra Solano
media@cubadecide.org
305.209.5649

SOURCE Cuba Decide

We urgently request the international community to intervene before the dictatorship for the freedom of Denis Solis and the life of artists and activists on the hunger stike.

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‘Tis The Season of Giving – 6 ways you can give back on Facebook this holiday season

MENLO PARK, Calif., Nov. 23, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — This year has been difficult for everyone – but one silver lining is the compassion and generosity so many have shown in supporting their loved ones, causes and communities.

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This holiday season in particular, many of us are thinking about how we can give something back – whether it’s time, talent or a simple act of kindness. Today, Facebook is kicking off Season of Giving, a campaign encouraging people to give however they can. Here are some ideas and new ways to get involved:

Start a fundraiser on GivingTuesday (December 1)
More than one million nonprofits can fundraise using Facebook’s Fundraising tools. S tart a fundraiser of your own or share or donate to an existing one for a cause you care about on GivingTuesday, or anytime this holiday season. This year, Facebook will match up to $7 million in qualifying donations made to US nonprofits beginning at 8AM EST on GivingTuesday. See Facebook’s full terms and GivingTuesday Help Page to learn more.

On Instagram, donation stickers have long been a popular way to share important causes, and Instagram recently rolled out Live fundraisers and personal fundraisers as well. Every dollar counts, so as always, 100% of what’s raised for nonprofits on Facebook and Instagram will go directly to organizations.

Create or donate to a holiday drive
With many people out of work and food insecurity affecting nearly 1 in 3 people in the US due to Covid-19 (according to a recent survey conducted on Facebook), people are relying on the generosity of others now more than ever. In the US, Facebook is launching Drives, a new feature in Community Help that makes it easier for people and organizations to collect food, clothes and other essential items to donate to people in need. Drives is starting to roll out now and will be available more widely in the coming weeks. To create a drive and start giving to your community, type «Community Help» into your Facebook search bar and follow the shortcut.

Support Black-owned businesses
Black-owned businesses have been hit particularly hard by the pandemic. You can help support Black-owned businesses when you shop from The Facebook #BuyBlack Friday Gift Guide in the US. The guide is curated with the help of the US Black Chambers and leading voices in the Black community. Encourage your community to post and tag their favorite Black-owned business on Facebook with #BuyBlackChallenge. Visit the Lift Black Voices Hub for more information.

Donate blood
Every two seconds, someone in the US needs blood. Connect with your local blood bank on Facebook to receive updates for opportunities to donate blood in your community.

Watch, listen & donate
Tune in to Peace Through Music: A Global Event For Social Justice premiering exclusively on Facebook Live and the Facebook App Page on December 1 at 3PM EST. The star-studded fundraising event, in honor of the 75th Anniversary of the United Nations, features performances and appearances by Aloe Blacc, Billie Eilish, Becky G, Carlos Santana & Cindy Blackman Santana, Killer Mike, Ringo Starr, Skip Marley and many more. Viewers can donate to Peace Through Music’s Facebook Fundraiser, which will support the Playing for Change Foundation—an organization that creates positive change in underserved communities around the world through music and arts education — the United Nations Population Fund, Sankofa, Silkroad and The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation.

You can also check out Mike Rowe’s «Returning The Favor» on GivingTuesday for a special episode featuring Dawod Thomas, founder of My Father’s Plan, a Baltimore-based nonprofit that helps inner city youth through community activism, financial literacy and community outreach. Viewers who tune in can donate to support their work.

Reconnect with friends
According to Aspen Institute younger adults, people who live alone and people who have gone through major life events are more likely to experience loneliness before and during Covid-19. Connect with old friends and invite them to a virtual holiday party in Messenger Rooms or watch your favorite classic movie together on Watch Together in a Room or Messenger video call.

So this Season of Giving join us in celebrating people who are giving to their communities in inspiring ways, and get inspired yourself by visiting Facebook’s Community Home Page. After all, even a small act of kindness can make a big difference to someone.

Media Contact
Aften Lay
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SOURCE Facebook