Only on Netflix: A New Spanish Language Original Comedy Series Set in the World of Futbol

04/23/2014 By Leave a Comment
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Netflix, an Internet television network, announced  its first Spanish-language original series, a comedy from director Gaz Alazraki that reunites the team that made Nosotros los Nobles, one of the most successful Mexican box office hits of all time. The 13-episode series from Alazraki Entertainment is set to premiere in 2015 and centers on a family feud among heirs of a soccer club after the owner's death. Shooting entirely in Mexico and featuring a cast from all over Latin America, including Nobles star Luis
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Siempre Mujer Magazine Kicks Off First-Ever Cover Contest

04/23/2014 By Leave a Comment
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Siempre Mujer magazine announced that the first-ever Siempre Mujer Cover Contest is open for entries through June 30.. Presented by The Lincoln Motor Company, the contest will give the magazine's readers an opportunity to shine, while highlighting the talent, passion and beauty of Latinas around the country. Siempre Mujer invites readers to share their stories for an opportunity to appear on the cover of Siempre Mujer's October/November 2014 issue plus prizes valued at $10,000, including a trip to New York City for
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A+E Networks Latin America and Sony Pictures Television to Launch Lifetime in Latin America

04/23/2014 By Leave a Comment
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A+E Networks Latin America, a joint venture between A+E Networks and Ole Communications, and Sony Pictures Television today announced that they will launch Lifetime in Latin America and Brazil.  The channel will debut in July 2014. The announcement was made today by Eduardo (Eddy) Ruiz, President and General Manager of A+E Networks Latin America, who will serve as General Manager for the new channel. "I couldn't be prouder of heading up this new joint venture between A+E Networks Latin America and Sony Pictures
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Ilia Calderon And Leon Krauze Announced As Co-Hosts For The 2014 NAMIC Annual Awards Breakfast

04/21/2014 By Leave a Comment
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The National Association for Multi-ethnicity in Communications (NAMIC)  announced Ilia Calderon, co-anchor, "Noticiero Univision Edicion Nocturna," and Leon Krauze, anchor of Fusion's "Open Source with Leon Krauze" as host of the NAMIC Annual Awards Breakfast.  Additionally, Italia Commisso Weinand, executive vice president of Programming and Human Resources, Mediacom Communications Corporation will serve as honorary chair.  Held in conjunction with the Cable Show, the breakfast is scheduled for Thursday, May 1, 2014
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MundoFox Premieres Original Series ‘Dos Lunas’ On Saturday, May 3rd

04/21/2014 By Leave a Comment
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MundoFox announced the premiere of 'Dos Lunas' ('Two Moons'), the new original drama about a woman, played by Barbara Mori, trying to cope with her split personality disorder sparked by a tormented past. With its debut on May 3rd, the series will air exclusively on MundoFox on Saturdays at 10PM/9c. 'Dos Lunas' marks the return of beloved actress and producer, Barbara Mori, to Spanish-language television after nearly ten years. Mori portrays the lead character, Soledad, who, by day, is a brilliant psychologist
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Celebrity Makeup Artist Jackie Gomez and Lifestyle Expert Carmen Ordoñez Team Up with ZYRTEC at Hispanicize 2014

04/21/2014 By Leave a Comment
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The makers of ZYRTEC® debuted a new partnership with celebrity makeup artist Jackie Gomez at Hispanicize 2014. During a private Tutorial Glamour 360, Gomez revealed six specially curated “looks” to help Latinas face their allergies and disguise ALLERGY FACE™ beauty challenges like a red nose, puffy eyes and watery eyes. Gomez joined lifestyle and beauty expert Carmen Ordoñez who addressed allergy lifestyle challenges that can cause sufferers to miss out on important moments. Throughout the week, event
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Rdio Announces Joint Venture And Strategic Partnership In Brazil With Grupo Bandeirantes

04/17/2014 By Leave a Comment
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Rdio and Grupo Bandeirantes have announced a joint venture and powerful strategic partnership encompassing marketing, distribution, content and promotions that will significantly expand Rdio's presence in Brazil.  This combination of the award-winning Rdio music service with the creativity, power and reach of Grupo Bandeirantes provides music fans in Brazil with the best of both a global and Brazilian digital music service and experience. Brazil is Rdio's third largest market and one of its fastest growing. This
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Toyota Engages Hispanic Community Through Latino Newsroom

04/16/2014 By Leave a Comment
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Building on its longstanding commitment to the Hispanic community, Toyota is increasing engagement even more with the launch of “Latino News” on the Toyota U.S.A. Newsroom. The new section will offer Hispanic media and influencers: Information about culturally relevant programs and events Spanish-language releases about new Toyota products Direct access to Toyota’s Latino social media channels Redesigned for 2014, the Toyota USA Newsroom also lets users peruse the latest news through virtually any
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The Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility Announces the 2014 Class of Young Hispanic Corporate Achievers™

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The Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility (HACR) recognized 36 young professionals at the 2014 HACR Young Hispanic Corporate Achievers™ (YHCA) Program in San Diego, Calif. The Altria Group and MillerCoors sponsored the awards ceremony reception, held at THE US GRANT Hotel on April 8. "In today's multicultural society, diverse and inclusive business leadership is much more than just a program – it's an imperative for bringing out the best in all of our people," said Kimberly H. Trentham, Altria's Vice
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MundoFOX 22 Announces Marco Antonio Regil as Grand Master of Ceremony On Fiesta Broadway

04/15/2014 By Leave a Comment
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MundoFOX 22, the Los Angeles flagship affiliate of MundoFOX and the official television station of Fiesta Broadway, has announced Marco Antonio Regil as the Grand Master of Ceremony for the 25th anniversary of Fiesta Broadway.  Cristian Castro will be the headliner along Marisela, Marion Moreno, Gerardo Bazua, Julio Reyes, Angel Lopez, Bombonenas, Alerta 3 and Mexican Dubwiser, on the main stage at Grand Park in downtown Los Angeles this Sunday, April 27. City officials are preparing for a record-breaking
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