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Tomas — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 14:23:35 +0000

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HITN-TV and HACU Announce the Launch Of College Admissions 411

Tomas — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 21:58:54 +0000

The Hispanic Information and Telecommunications Network (HITN), in partnership with The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU), announced the launch of College Admissions 411. The Spanish-language series, which will air weekly on HITN-TV beginning September 9, provides practical information about the complicated college admissions process. The program is intended to help and inspire U.S. Latino students, their families, teachers and their community, according to the producers, while answering questions such as "Is it worth going to college?"
(Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20090903/MXTH005 )

One answer provided by the program is that, on average, college graduates earn $1,000,000 more in their lifetime than high school graduates.

The series is available in its Wednesday prime time slot on HITN TV and on the program's dedicated website, http://www.HITN.tv/CA411.

Each episode features Spanish-speaking educators who address the issues that really matter to U.S. Latinos who are applying to college. Big questions like: How much will it cost? and How can I pay for it? as well as the complicated details like How do I fill out the financial aid form?

"HACU helped us receive a tremendous response from leading American universities and colleges," says HITN founder and CEO Jose Luis Rodriguez. "Contributors include HACU-member institutions such as South Texas College, as well as Brooklyn College, MIT and the University of Southern California. Latino community organizations asked us to help them improve their college prep programs. Our new series is a response to their urgent need," says Rodriguez.

According to Dr. Antonio Flores, President and CEO of HACU, "Both HITN and HACU want to reach every student in America who dreams of a better life through a college education but may not be aware of the opportunities within his or her reach. Through College Admissions 411 we also aim to help every Spanish-speaking adult who is working with an aspiring Latino student - as a parent, teacher, administrator or mentor -- become a true champion of Hispanic success in higher education."

Many of the sequences involving High School students were filmed at Harlem's Frederick Douglass Academy. "This amazing project will be very successful," says Dr. Hodge, the school's principal. "American educators everywhere are determined to improve college attendance amongst Latinos."

Topics that are examined this Fall season include: Strategies for U.S. Hispanics; The Application Timeline; A Step-by-Step Guide to Financial Aid; The Importance of Grades; and How to Succeed in the Standardized Tests.

HITN is currently producing 25 episodes of College Admissions 411, with another series planned in 2010.

HITN-TV College Admissions 411, an exclusive series from HITN TV
Wednesdays 9:30 pm ET/6:30 pm PT
Saturdays 12 pm ET/9 am PT
Internet Video
http://www.HITN.tv/CA411

About HITN: The Hispanic Information and Telecommunications Network, Inc. (HITN) was established in 1983 as a non-profit organization. HITN's mission is dedicated to the advancement of Hispanics by providing engaging educational entertainment that invites individuals and families to live fuller, richer lives and enables them to serve as an ever-growing engine of intellectual power and progress. HITN provides a unique source of educational, cultural, news and public affairs programs to the homes of Hispanics in the United States and Puerto Rico. HITN is available on Dish Network; DirecTV; Time Warner Cable (NY, NJ, TX); Comcast (IL, CO); Charter (CA, NV, WA, GA); AT&T
U-verse and Verizon FiOs nationwide.

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HITN, the Premiere Latino Public Television Network in U.S. Reveals New Look; Stays True to Its Mission – HispanicBusiness.com

Tomas — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 12:28:43 +0000

"HITN, America's first Latino Public Television Network, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary, today unveiled a new brand logo -- one that reflects its role as the leader in Latino public and educational broadcasting. "Today marks a new phase for HITN. Our new logo is meant to serve as a beacon for Hispanics everywhere with its bright orange hue lighting the path to a better tomorrow for our viewers," said founder Jose Luis Rodriguez, CEO of HITN.

HITN has been serving the Hispanic community of the United States and Puerto Rico for 25 years, remaining steadfast in its dedication in bringing educational and entertaining programming to its viewers. A hallmark of HITN's programming is its unique content; creating programs that invite Latino participation and encourages families to live fuller, richer lives. "HITN was founded 25 years ago as a response to the lack of educational programming available to Hispanics. Now, just as then, there is still a tremendous need for the type of programming we provide," said Mr. Rodriguez.

The launch of this new brand logo signifies the beginning of a new era at HITN. "We are poised to establish ourselves as the 'go-to' network for Hispanics who are looking for educationally rich, entertaining and informative programming. We have a very successful political news series, Destination Casa Blanca 2008, that has catapulted HITN as the only Latino-themed political series on the Cable industry's 'Election '08 On Demand' VOD platform, which reaches over 90% of the nation, it's the place where Latino voters get informed. Coupled with the new brand, HITN is ready to lead the way for years to come," concluded Dan Rodriguez, Director of Communications and Public Affairs.

Marketing firm Garcia 360 provided the necessary technical and professional support to derive the new HITN brand. Speaking on the experience of working with HITN, Luis Garcia of Garcia 360 said, "HITN is passionate about helping Latinos navigate their life in the US. We feel this new brand image reflects the essence of what HITN stands for in relation to its mission and its commitment to the audience they serve. To be a part of this brand evolution has been very rewarding."

CEO Jose Luis Rodriguez commented during the unveiling, "Today's media landscape challenges HITN to distinguish itself from other national networks. Our new brand will help us break through the cluttered environment by ensuring our viewers that when they see the HITN brand they are in tune with clear and consistent communication."

About HITN
The Hispanic Information and Telecommunications Network, Inc. (HITN) was established in 1983 as a non-profit organization. HITN's mission is dedicated to the advancement of Hispanics by providing engaging educational entertainment that invites individuals and families to live fuller, richer lives and enables them to serve as an ever-growing engine of intellectual power and progress. HITN-TV was created in 1987, becoming America's first Public Television Network for Latinos. Today, HITN-TV can be found on cable, satellite, video on demand and online reaching over 31 million households.

HITN provides a unique source of educational, cultural, news and public affairs programs to the homes of Hispanics in the United States and Puerto Rico. For more information log onto http://www.hitn.org . "

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HITN-TV Launches Inmigracion 411

Tomas — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 14:10:36 +0000

"Inmigracion 411 is a weekly television series that provides Spanish-speaking Americans with practical legal advice about their immigration issues. Inmigracion 411 is produced by HITN and hosted by Victor Daniel Nieblas, a leading immigration attorney in Los Angeles.

Each week, Mr. Nieblas responds to questions that really matter to U.S. Latinos. In Episode 1, viewers ask:

"What should I do if ICE agents knock on my door?"

"How should I respond if I am taken into custody in a raid at work?"

"Can a change in my marital status impact my immigration status?"

"I've worked in the United States for years, paid my taxes, and built up a successful business. Can I legalize my status?"

Inmigracion 411 viewers can email or phone their questions to Mr. Nieblas. Some viewers will be selected to meet with Mr. Nieblas in his office for, on camera, a live consultation. Mr. Nieblas will meet with other Latinos in their homes or at their work sites.

Mr. Nieblas will provide answers in the television program and on the program's website at www.HITN.TV. The website also directs viewers to additional sources of advice.

"We intend to interview CIS, ICE and other government officials," says Mr. Nieblas. "Our viewers need to understand how government officials implement and enforce immigration laws."

According to HITN founder and CEO Jose Luis Rodriguez, "Our mission has always been to help each new wave of Latino immigrants to become productive U.S. citizens." Inmigracion 411 will reach more than 31 million HITN households and more than 60 million on VOD.

"Inmigracion 411 video segments will be available on our website, www.HITN.org," adds Rodriguez. "Spanish-dominant Hispanics are increasingly turning to the Internet for answers to questions -- particularly immigration issues -- that can't wait until the next scheduled television broadcast."

About HITN, Inc.

The Hispanic Information and Telecommunications Network, Inc. (HITN) was established in 1983 as a non-profit organization. HITN's mission is dedicated to the advancement of Hispanics by providing engaging educational entertainment that invites individuals and families to live fuller, richer lives and enables them to serve as an ever-growing engine of intellectual power and progress. HITN-TV was created in 1987, becoming America's first Public Service Media Network for Latinos.

Today, HITN-TV can be found on cable, satellite, video on demand and online reaching over 90 million U.S. households. HITN provides a unique source of educational, cultural, news and public affairs programs to the homes of Hispanics in the United States and Puerto Rico.

Website: http://www.HITN.TV.

HITN: CELEBRATING 25 YEARS AS AMERICA'S FIRST PUBLIC TELEVISION NETWORK FOR LATINOS

About Victor Nieblas, Attorney

Victor Nieblas, the host of Inmigracion 411, practices immigration law in Southern California and is a graduate of the University of California, San Diego, and Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, where he serves as an Adjunct Professor of Law teaching immigration law.

Mr. Nieblas currently serves as a director on the Board of Governors for the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and is a past President of the AILA, Southern California Chapter, serving over 900 attorneys. Mr. Nieblas is currently the Chairman of the Immigration Section of the Hispanic National Bar Association (HNBA) and is a past Trustee for the Mexican American Bar Association (MABA) Los Angeles, and past chairperson of the MABA Immigration Subcommittee. He has presented numerous national lectures and programs on immigration law matters for AILA, MABA, HNBA, Los Angeles County Bar Association, and the California State Bar.

Mr. Nieblas is also the co-host of a weekly Spanish radio talk show discussing Immigration Law called La Ley de Inmigracion. He has also served as a legal commentator for several local news programs, including Univision's Primera Edicion, Telemundo's En Contexto, Telemundo's 52 Evening News and Channel 22 News in Los Angeles.

Contacts:
Victor Daniel Nieblas, Attorney
Law Office
13181 Crossroads Pkwy N # 570
City of Industry, CA 91746
Tel: (562) 463-9600

Nora Segovia, 646-731-3727, nsegovia@hitn.org
Peter Hamilton, 646-322-4856, r2k@verizon.net
"

HITN TV and HACU to Co-Host ‘Hispanic Higher Education’ Town Hall Forum and Present Needs and Solutions to 2008 Presidential Candidates

Tomas — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 14:57:14 +0000

"After successfully launching the debut of its television series Destination Casa Blanca 2008, the Hispanic Information & Telecommunications Network (HITN) has partnered with the Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities (HACU) for a special town hall forum on "Hispanic Higher Education." The forum will be broadcast live to HITN's 33 million household viewers nationwide on October 13, 2008 at 5:30pm (ET) from Denver, CO.

"As the Nation's premier educational and cultural network, HITN TV is dedicated to serve the needs of Latino consumers," said José Luis Rodríguez, CEO and Founder of HITN TV. "We are pleased to partner with HACU to make this important effort and ensure that Latinos are not left behind."

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Latinos represent 13% of the total population or 38 million people. It is projected that by the year 2050, one-quarter of the U.S. population will be Latino. The Bureau also projects that the Latino school-age population will increase by 166% by the year 2050, while the non-Latino school-age population will grow by just 4% over this same period.

"As the youngest and fastest-growing segment of society in the US, Hispanics are increasingly becoming the workforce for tomorrow," said Dr. Antonio Flores, President and CEO of HACU. "The better educated our workforce, the better the US can compete in the global economy."

Panelists participating in the live telecast of the special town hall forum will examine key issues impacting Latino youth, and HACU will present the presidential candidates with key solutions and recommendations. The forum is part of Destination Casa Blanca 2008: The Latino Voice in the Presidential Election series which examines both presidential candidates' platforms regarding issues that impact U.S. Latinos.

"This forum is part of HITN and HACU's mission to provide the right tools and education to help Latinos make the best decision during this presidential election," adds Mr. Rodríguez. "HITN is pleased to continue its role in educating the Hispanic community with the second half of the series on October 30th in Miami, Fla."

In April 2008, HITN launched its new television series, Destination Casa Blanca 2008: The Latino Voice in the Presidential Election. The English-language program marks the first time in history that a nation-wide television show is dedicated solely to issues affecting the Hispanic community. Destination Casa Blanca 2008 is hosted by award-winning broadcast journalists Ray Suarez and Marlene Fernández. The news magazine show is also available on the Elections '08 Video On Demand Channel reaching a total of 29 million cable homes nationwide.

More information about Destination Casa Blanca 2008 can be found at http://www.HITN.org . "

National Hispanic Network – HITN and DISH Network Announce a Field Trial of a Consumer Education Campaign to Help Latino Consumers with the Coming Digital Transition

Tomas — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 02:16:48 +0000

"The Hispanic Information & Telecommunications Network (HITN) and DISH Network announced their first field trial of a new public information campaign designed to educate Latino consumers about their choices for television service when the national digital transition occurs on February 17, 2009. The field trial will take place at community based organizations in New York and Puerto Rico using HITN's CBO Connect platform on Wednesday, September 17th at 9:00 a.m. (ET).
On February 17th, all full-power television stations in the United States will stop broadcasting in analog and switch to 100% digital broadcasting. While the digital transition is heralded for the improvements in service quality and the range of new services it will bring to consumers, there is considerable confusion in markets across the Nation as to the best and most affordable solutions consumers have for continuing their access to television services once the switch to digital services is made.
National surveys show that the American consumers who are least aware of the transition and most at-risk of losing their access to television on February 17th are linguistic and racial minorities, low income families, and seniors. Latino consumers in particular lack knowledge of their choices, facing not only the loss of conventional television services but also loss of access to critical information in the event of catastrophic events.
As the Nation's premier educational and cultural network dedicated to serving the needs of Latino consumers, HITN is committed, as a matter of mission, to consumer education that will help Latinos make sense of the transition and take appropriate action to protect their right of access to TV.
The Latino Digital Transition field test scheduled for Wednesday, September 17th will demonstrate the effectiveness of a unique multi-modal public education strategy that aligns the broadcast strengths of satellite and Internet technologies with the active social engagement strengths of grassroots community organizations in HITN's CBO Connect network in order to engage, train, and help Latino consumers to take informed action on their transition to digital television.
Based on the results of the field test, HITN is considering expanding the Latino Digital Transition campaign to community-based organizations (CBOs) in major markets across the Nation in order to help CBO's prepare local communities for the Transition.
Jose Luis Rodriguez, President and CEO of HITN said that "The Latino Digital Transition campaign is designed to educate Hispanic consumers about their best and most affordable choices in the coming digital transition. It will greatly expand consumer awareness of the transition, and ensure that Latinos retain their access to television services and are not lost in the transition. We believe we must pull together as a community to do all that we can not only to get the word out about the transition, but to help consumers, face-to-face, with the steps they need to take to manage this change successfully. This is important as a civil right, certainly, though it is vitally important that we prevent the disenfranchisement of many Americans in ways that put them at risk in the face of catastrophic events."
National satellite provider DISH Network will partner with HITN in Wednesday's field test. HITN and Dish Network will provide experts in the transition, interactive presentations, training, and informational materials. HITN and DISH will also help participating consumers to obtain the government coupons being issued to offset the cost of the converter boxes that will enable digital broadcast to be viewed on older, analog television sets.
Rodriguez praised DISH Network for its willingness to devote time and resources to the effort, saying "The HITN and DISH Network partnership in these field trials to educate Latino consumers about the Digital Transition clearly reflects an understanding of the growing market force of the Nation's Latino audience. We are pleased to have their support for this important effort to ensure that Latinos are not left behind when we make the transition to digital services early next year."
About HITN: The Hispanic Information and Telecommunications Network, Inc. (HITN) was established in 1983 as a private non-profit organization to create a network of non-commercial telecommunications facilities to advance the educational, social, cultural, and economic aspirations of Hispanics. Today HITN-TV remains the first and only media conduit offering educational, enriching and empowering content to our nation's fastest growing ethnic group. For more information please visit: www.hitn.org"

HITN-TV Launches in Houston on Channel 526

Tomas — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 15:20:13 +0000

"HITN, the first Spanish-language educational and cultural network in the United States, is proud to announce that it is extending its national reach by bringing its award-winning programming to Houston on Comcast. Comcast customers who subscribe to the Canales Selecto package in Houston will now have the opportunity to tune in to HITN's mix of original educational programming, cultural/news productions, and entertainment series on channel 526.
"The Latino population in Houston has experienced substantial growth in the last decade," said Jose Luis Rodriguez, HITN-TV Founder and President. "We are pleased to launch on Comcast and further expand HITN's presence in the Hispanic market. Our mix of educational, cultural and entertainment programs were created to empower and educate Hispanics to take advantage of the opportunities this country has to offer," Rodriguez adds "The more viewers we can reach, the more HITN can help enable these individuals and families to lead fuller, richer lives."
"We are constantly evaluating our channel lineup to ensure we provide our customers with high-quality programming that best meets their diverse interests," said Tony Speller, senior vice president for Comcast's Houston Region. "The enhancements we've made to the Canales Selecto package add even more value and choice to this popular level of service and we're excited to offer this expanded package to our customers."
Some of HITN-TV's programming highlights include: the award-winning Dialogo de Costa a Costa, a daily live talk show that provides a forum for Latinos in the 50 states to share their opinions and ask questions on key issues affecting their families and communities; GED en Espanol, a series of classes to teach Spanish dominant viewers how to obtain their high school diploma; EASY ESL, a series of classes to teach Spanish-language speakers basic and intermediate English language skills; and HITN also has partnerships with Cable in the Classroom and various cultural institutions including the New York Metropolitan Museum to bring quality educational programming to children and young adults.
In April 2008, HITN launched a new show Destination Casa Blanca 2008: The Latino Voice in the Presidential Election. The English-language program marks the first time in history that a nation-wide television show is dedicated solely to issues affecting the Hispanic community. Destination Casa Blanca 2008 is hosted by award-winning broadcast journalists Ray Suarez and Marlene Fernandez. The news magazine show is also available on Elections '08 On Demand Channel reaching a total of 29 million cable homes nationwide.
About HITN, Inc.
The Hispanic Information and Telecommunications Network, Inc. (HITN) was established in 1983 as a non-profit organization. HITN's mission is dedicated to the advancement of Hispanics by providing engaging educational entertainment that invites individuals and families to live fuller, richer lives and enables them to serve as an ever-growing engine of intellectual power and progress. HITN-TV was created in 1987, becoming America's first Public Service Media Network for Latinos. Today, HITN-TV can be found on cable, satellite, video on demand and online reaching over 90 million U.S. households.
HITN provides a unique source of educational, cultural, news and public affairs programs to the homes of Hispanics in the United States and Puerto Rico.
Website: www.hitn.org
"

Destination Casa Blanca 2008 Show Is on the Road Again, This Time in Minneapolis-Saint Paul at the Republican National Convention

Tomas — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 18:06:53 +0000

"Fresh from covering the Democratic National Convention in Denver, Colorado, last week, HITN, the first national Spanish-Language Public Television Network in the United States, continues to take the lead by providing historic, nightly, primetime coverage of the Republican National Convention through Thursday, September 4.

HITN's live coverage begins at 7 p.m. (ET) directly from the Xcel Energy Center in Saint Paul, Minnesota. The telecast, with award-winning broadcast journalist Marlene Fernandez as anchor in Minneapolis, and award-winning journalists Malin Falu and Gerson Borrerro as anchors in HITN's New York studios, is a special presentation of HITN's Destination Casa Blanca 2008 cable television show. The show's format includes guest interviews, analysis, commentary from community-based organizations, and live calls from the viewing audience.

A first in television history, Destination Casa Blanca 2008, the Latino Voice in the Presidential Election, provides an English-language, nation-wide news program focusing solely on issues of importance to the Hispanic community. "Our goal is to provide the Hispanic population with the knowledge necessary to understand issues that affect our communities and with knowledge that will ultimately empower our viewers to make choices and their voices heard in the electoral process," said Jose Luis Rodriguez, Founder and President of HITN. "We want our audience to experience and understand the process that goes into the making of a President so that they can be educated voters. I am proud to say that HITN is the only network that has provided comprehensive coverage of both political conventions for two consecutive weeks," he added.

About HITN: The Hispanic Information and Telecommunications Network, Inc. (HITN) was established in 1983 as a non-profit organization. HITN's mission is dedicated to the advancement of Hispanics by providing engaging educational entertainment that invites individuals and families to live fuller, richer lives and enables them to serve as an ever-growing engine of intellectual power and progress. HITN provides a unique source of educational, cultural news and public affairs programs to the homes of Hispanics in the United States and Puerto Rico. HITN is available on Dish Network; DirecTV; Time Warner Cable (NY, NJ, TX); Comcast (IL, CO); Charter (CA, NV, WA, GA); AT&T U-verse and Verizon FiOs nationwide.

For more information, log onto www.hitn.tv.

HITN: CELEBRATING 25 YEARS AS AMERICA'S FIRST PUBLIC TELEVISION NETWORK FOR LATINOS "

Destination Casa Blanca 2008 Show Is on the Road Again, This Time in Minneapolis-Saint Paul at the Republican National Convention

Tomas — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 02:49:53 +0000

"Fresh from covering the Democratic National Convention in Denver, Colorado, last week, HITN, the first national Spanish-Language Public Television Network in the United States, continues to take the lead by providing historic, nightly, primetime coverage of the Republican National Convention through Thursday, September 4.
HITN's live coverage begins at 7 p.m. (ET) directly from the Xcel Energy Center in Saint Paul, Minnesota. The telecast, with award-winning broadcast journalist Marlene Fernandez as anchor in Minneapolis, and award-winning journalists Malin Falu and Gerson Borrerro as anchors in HITN's New York studios, is a special presentation of HITN's Destination Casa Blanca 2008 cable television show. The show's format includes guest interviews, analysis, commentary from community-based organizations, and live calls from the viewing audience.
A first in television history, Destination Casa Blanca 2008, the Latino Voice in the Presidential Election, provides an English-language, nation-wide news program focusing solely on issues of importance to the Hispanic community. "Our goal is to provide the Hispanic population with the knowledge necessary to understand issues that affect our communities and with knowledge that will ultimately empower our viewers to make choices and their voices heard in the electoral process," said Jose Luis Rodriguez, Founder and President of HITN. "We want our audience to experience and understand the process that goes into the making of a President so that they can be educated voters. I am proud to say that HITN is the only network that has provided comprehensive coverage of both political conventions for two consecutive weeks," he added.
About HITN: The Hispanic Information and Telecommunications Network, Inc. (HITN) was established in 1983 as a non-profit organization. HITN's mission is dedicated to the advancement of Hispanics by providing engaging educational entertainment that invites individuals and families to live fuller, richer lives and enables them to serve as an ever-growing engine of intellectual power and progress. HITN provides a unique source of educational, cultural news and public affairs programs to the homes of Hispanics in the United States and Puerto Rico. HITN is available on Dish Network; DirecTV; Time Warner Cable (NY, NJ, TX); Comcast (IL, CO); Charter (CA, NV, WA, GA); AT&T U-verse and Verizon FiOs nationwide.
For more information, log onto www.hitn.tv. "

Blogante News Summary for Tuesday – August 5th, 2008

Tomas — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 01:47:29 +0000

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Deadline passes and McCain campaign refuses to answer Latino bloggers’ questionnaire :: from www.latinalista.net

Mexican sex workers want place at AIDS conference :: from www.reuters.com

Mexican on Texas death row set to die amid controversy - Jose Ernesto Medellin :: from www.cnn.com

Mexican police linked to rising kidnappings - Many are afraid to contact authorities about abductions, fearing officers could be involved. The problem is an awkward one for President Felipe Calderon’s drug war. :: from www.latimes.com

US races to erect controversial steel fence on Mexican border :: from afp.google.com

Bird dung means business on Peru island - It’s a dirty job, but people love to do it. Workers toiling 24 days a month loosen, scrape, sift, filter and bag bird dung to make some of the world’s finest organic fertilizer - known as guano. :: from www.kansascity.com

Mexican Enough My Life Between the Borderlines By Stephanie Elizondo Griest :: from www.sfgate.com

HIV/AIDS Stigma Remains an Obstacle to Treatment Counselors Say - Fears Are Common Among Recent Latino Immigrants :: from www.washingtonpost.com

Mexican’s Death Bares a Town’s Ethnic Tension - Shenandoah, Pennsylvania :: from www.nytimes.com

Nearly 23 percent of children in families where both parents were born in Spanish-speaking countries got no vigorous physical activity. Also, two-thirds of them didn’t participate in organized sports. Moreover, among Hispanics, U.S.-born children with foreign-born parents were less active than kids whose parents were both born in the United States. :: from ap.google.com

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Why you should care about what happens to 51 Mexican nationals on death row :: from latimesblogs.latimes.com

From Chihuahua to screwdriver - Ex-Fresnan now finds his voice in Disney’s ‘Handy Manny.’ - Carlos Alazraqui :: from www.fresnobee.com

Latinos’ mass exodus from Manassas, Virginia puts city at forefront of immigrant shift :: from www.theglobeandmail.com

La publicación de “La tumba de Buenaventura Roig”, la nueva antología bilingüe de Martín Espada, es un pequeño milagro para las letras puertorriqueñas tanto en la isla como en EE.UU. :: from www.impre.com

A team of journalists supported by the PulitzerCenter is currently reporting from the Petén region of Guatemala :: from pulitzercenter.org

Only about 300 people attend Amercian Idol’s Puerto Rican tryouts :: from www.realitytvworld.com

El consulado general de México en Chicago se convirtió en julio en la representación consular con mayor producción de documentos en el mundo, se informó hoy. :: from espanol.news.yahoo.com

Three Latino construction workers who helped build homes throughout the Puget Sound area claim in a lawsuit that they were routinely cheated out of overtime pay and were required to work off the clock and to make cash “rebates” from their wages back to their employer. :: from seattletimes.nwsource.com

Four Spanish publications are now available for London’s booming Latin American community. - Canada :: from lfpress.ca

School administrators brush up on their Spanish - Superintendent Phyllis Wilson said. “Nearly 50 percent of our student population is Hispanic. We have many parents who do not read or speak English.” - Joliet, Illinois :: from www.suburbanchicagonews.com

Brazilian Supreme Court Warns Of Civil War In Part Of Amazon Region :: from www.huffingtonpost.com

Two Florida legislators — Marco Rubio, speaker of the House of Representatives, and state Rep. David Rivera — on Monday accused the agencies that offer travel packages and send packages to Cuba of making false allegations during a trial in Miami federal court to determine the validity of a new state law that imposes high fees and tighter restrictions on that industry. :: from www.miamiherald.com

President Calderon Lifts Regulation Requiring AIDS Drug Companies to Have Manufacturing Plants in Mexico in Order to Sell Generic Meds

Did You Know? The roughly 5% of US Hispanic ad spending that goes to the Web is even smaller than online’s portion of overall US ad spending, which reached 7.4% in 2007. :: from www.emarketer.com

Election 2008 --»

McCain Won’t Even Feign Concern for Latino Community :: from theunapologeticmexican.org

Scholars Say McCain, Obama’s Immigration Votes No Guide To How They Would Govern :: from www.cqpolitics.com

Fundacion Azteca America Launches Voter Registration Awareness and Fundraising Campaign with Voto Latino

August 4, 2008

Sen. McCain continued his effort to reach out to the Latino community by inviting Puerto Rican Reggaeton star, Daddy Yankee, to campaign headquarters Saturday afternoon. :: from embeds.blogs.foxnews.com

More than 120 online writers will be at DNC - Both HispanicTips and VivirLatino mentioned in this article from the Rocky Mountian News :: from www.rockymountainnews.com

Noticias en Español --»

Mezclar con sabiduría - Para Junior Merino preparar cócteles requiere un largo aprendizaje y una gotita de sabiduría :: from www.nydailynews.com

El festival Celebrate México Now expondrá el mes próximo en Nueva York muestras simultáneas de danza, música y fotografía, comida autóctona mexicana y un recital de la aclamada oaxaqueña Lila Downs. :: from entretenimiento.aol.com

El consulado general de México en Chicago se convirtió en julio en la representación consular con mayor producción de documentos en el mundo, se informó hoy. :: from espanol.news.yahoo.com

Deportan inmigrantes con sida :: from www.impre.com

Hijos de inmigrantes hacen menos ejercicio :: from www.impre.com

José Medellín espera con calma su ejecución - Mantiene una ligera esperanza en la Suprema Corte :: from www.impre.com

La publicación de “La tumba de Buenaventura Roig”, la nueva antología bilingüe de Martín Espada, es un pequeño milagro para las letras puertorriqueñas tanto en la isla como en EE.UU. :: from www.impre.com

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Salma Hayek and her ex reunite - There’s no reconciliation in sight, but both have agreed to maintain a friendly relationship for the sake other their daughter :: from www.peopleenespanol.com

RBD: “We’re not millionaires!” Maite Perroni y Christian Chávez confronted rumors posted on an internet site that claimed that all the band members were rich :: from www.peopleenespanol.com

Celia Cruz’s administrator is charged with fraud :: from www.peopleenespanol.com

Gael García Bernal to be a dad :: from www.peopleenespanol.com

Belinda’s house burglarized - Several thieves broke into the singer’s home in Mexico City; she was not there at the time :: from www.peopleenespanol.com

HBO Latino Launches Women’s Prison Drama ‘Capadocia’ with National Red Carpet Tour

Disney star Selena Gomez says all of this gossip chatter about a feud between she and Miley Cyrus is nothing more than pixie dust. :: from www.nydailynews.com

PEOPLE en Espanol Names the Best and Worst Dressed Celebrities of the Year

Only about 300 people attend Amercian Idol’s Puerto Rican tryouts :: from www.realitytvworld.com

From Chihuahua to screwdriver - Ex-Fresnan now finds his voice in Disney’s ‘Handy Manny.’ - Carlos Alazraqui :: from www.fresnobee.com

More in English

Mun2 Series Links Young Latinos With Role Models

Melissa Lawson defeats Gabe Garcia and wins ‘Nashville Star’

Mas en Español

Leticia Calderón: “No me comparo con Diana Bracho”

Diana Bracho bendice el refrito de Cadenas de amargura

RBD: ¡No somos millonarios! Maite Perroni y Christian Chávez desmintieron la información divulgada por un portal de internet que asegura que todos los integrantes de la banda mexicana son ricos

Familia de Belinda sospecha de quién robó su casa

Condenan a administrador de Celia Cruz por fraude

Tras recibir amenazas, roban casa de Belinda

Niega Leticia Calderón rivalidad con Victoria Ruffo

A mediados de julio se supo que la actriz Salma Hayek rompió su compromiso con el millonario François-Henri Pinault, pero hace unos días la veracruzana y el francés se reunieron para hablar sobre su hija, Valentina Paloma.

De concretar su matrimonio con la actriz Rossana Nájera, el futbolista Cuauhtémoc Blanco le pedirá que le dé dos hijos.

El actor mexicano Gael García debutará como papá el próximo mes de diciembre, luego de que su novia, la actriz argentina Dolores Fonzi, tiene casi cinco meses de embarazo.

Bailable ‘La travesía’ - Juan Luis Guerra puso al público del Nokia a moverse el domingo

¡Qué bárbara!, Edith González - La actriz dice tener las tablas y la ‘autorización’ para protagonizar un clásico en la tele

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Drill Down: Business | Marketing | Banking | Real Estate | Media | Internet

Essentials

HITN, the Premiere Latino Public Television Network in U.S. Reveals New Look; Stays True to Its Mission

“If you take one thing home from this conference, remember that cultural credibility creates commercial viability,” Armando Martin, a prominent multicultural marketing expert told a group of approximately 380 retailer, supplier and other marketing executives who gathered here for the 4th Annual Hispanic Retail 360 Summit, July 28-30. :: from www.csnews.com

Chicago electric utility company ComEd has launched a new Spanish-language advertising campaign to reiterate its reliability among its Hispanic customers. :: from hispanicad.com

LatinoBud Relaunched with New Media Spots - Anheuser Busch signs filmmaker Shawna Baca to direct New Media spots for ad campaign to promote re-launch of website :: from latinola.com

Hispanic Media Spending - Online far behind in the media mix :: from www.emarketer.com

Telemundo’s novela “Victoria” wrapped up a 35-week run on Friday night (Aug. 1) with a series finale that grabbed on average nearly 800,000 viewers in the 18 to 40 demo, per the Nielsen Television Index. :: from www.marketingymedios.com

U.S. economic woes hit Hispanics especially hard :: from www.nydailynews.com

Just 5 months after Univision hired him away away from Hearst-Argyle Television, Terry Mackin is no longer president of the Univision Communications’ TV station group. :: from mediamoves.blogspot.com

Sixth Branch Of Latino Credit Union Opens In Winston-Salem - Latino Community Credit Union :: from www.digtriad.com

Tyler Media’s TV gamble pays off - The transformation was tough, but it has paid off, Stow said. T30 is a highly successful Hispanic station and is part of NBC Universal’s Telemundo network. - Oklahoma City :: from www.journalrecord.com

Additional

AIM grows and Rochelle Newman-Carrasco joins team

USHCC Supports PaycardUSA as it Offers Hispanic Workers the La Moneda Card Prepaid MasterCard(R)

Cristina Saralegui and Casa Cristina(TM) Debut New Collection of Bedding This Fall at Kohl’s and kohls.com

Todobebe’s New Family TV Show Debuts as #1 Show in the U.S. Among All Adults 18 to 34

Nestlé Pure Life signs partnership with Cristina Saralegui

Did You Know? The roughly 5% of US Hispanic ad spending that goes to the Web is even smaller than online’s portion of overall US ad spending, which reached 7.4% in 2007.

Spanish TV Wins Prime Time via Movies, New Shows

Telemundo Taps MGM’s Anjelica Cohn as SVP, Business Affairs

The new “Fox 5 Morning News” debuts today. Raoul Martinez will co-anchor the show, which airs from 5 to 9 a.m. weekdays on KSWB/Channel 69 (Cable 5). - San Diego

Gregory Molina III is the new Regional Manager/Affiliate Sales & Marketing for ESPN Radio

Bird dung means business on Peru island - It’s a dirty job, but people love to do it. Workers toiling 24 days a month loosen, scrape, sift, filter and bag bird dung to make some of the world’s finest organic fertilizer - known as guano.

Quepasa Corporation Receives Letter of Compliance With NASDAQ Market Value Requirement

Three Latino construction workers who helped build homes throughout the Puget Sound area claim in a lawsuit that they were routinely cheated out of overtime pay and were required to work off the clock and to make cash “rebates” from their wages back to their employer.

ESPN Deportes Radio Launches in Albuquerque

GlobalHue Continues to Expand in a Slow Economy and Hires Leading Industry Innovators to Match Agency Growth - - Jeanne Vaughn, Ph.D. is Senior Vice President/Director of Planning - GlobalHue Latino

Latina Celebrities and Their Babies Receive Bounty of Gifts That Honor La Cultura

Baby Abuelita Productions Salutes Miami Children’s Hospital

Yahoo! Telemundo Reveals the Summer BUZZ-worthy Searches for July

Two Florida legislators — Marco Rubio, speaker of the House of Representatives, and state Rep. David Rivera — on Monday accused the agencies that offer travel packages and send packages to Cuba of making false allegations during a trial in Miami federal court to determine the validity of a new state law that imposes high fees and tighter restrictions on that industry.

Hispanic community leaders, along with Hispanic business owners, have joined hands to establish the Hispanic Leadership Empowerment Committee of the Treasure Coast. - Florida

California Hispanic Chambers of Commerce 29th Annual State Convention “Decades of Distinction 30 Years of Advocacy, Empowerment & Education”

Televisa Wins Gold with Chyron’s HD Olympic Graphics

Simply Blogante News --»

Mexico’s HIV-positive orphans look to the future :: from latimesblogs.latimes.com

Venezuela’s president enacts decrees to increase state control - In a package of 26 laws, Hugo Chavez also aims to set up neighborhood-based militias. :: from www.latimes.com

‘A New Alliance of the Americas’? Reflections of 1961 for Obama in 2008 :: from upsidedownworld.org

Tejano National Convention 2008: good news in a tough world :: from www.ramiroburr.com

Guest Voz: Congresswoman Hilda Solis explains the significance of the Paycheck Fairness Act for all women :: from www.latinalista.net

Collection shows Rivera’s genius in Chicano genre - Tomás Rivera: The Complete Works edited by Julián Olivares (Arte Público Press, $19.95 paperback) :: from labloga.blogspot.com

Mezclar con sabiduría - Para Junior Merino preparar cócteles requiere un largo aprendizaje y una gotita de sabiduría :: from www.nydailynews.com

U.S. Treasury targets Mexico drug cartel associate :: from www.reuters.com

A Mexican soldier has won his job back six years after he was kicked out of the military for testing HIV positive. :: from ap.google.com

A Mexican soldier has won his job back six years after he was kicked out of the military for testing HIV positive. :: from

Mexican child matador Michelito will fight again :: from www.telegraph.co.uk

Illegal Immigrants Urged To ‘Schedule Departure’ :: from www.npr.org

El festival Celebrate México Now expondrá el mes próximo en Nueva York muestras simultáneas de danza, música y fotografía, comida autóctona mexicana y un recital de la aclamada oaxaqueña Lila Downs. :: from entretenimiento.aol.com

Los presidentes de Venezuela, Hugo Chávez, y de Argentina, Cristina Fernández, suspendieron su visita a Bolivia este martes tras los disturbios en Tarija, en el sur del país, donde los gobernantes iban a reunirse con el mandatario Evo Morales, se informó oficialmente. :: from espanol.news.yahoo.com

Adelante Mujeres receives education program grants - Hillsboro, Oregon :: from www.oregonlive.com

Labor Council for Latin American Advancement (LCLAA) Convention Focuses on Latino Political Strength :: from blog.aflcio.org

University of Arizona College of Medicine Summer Internship Addresses Border Health Disparities :: from uanews.org

Luther pastor David Vasquez a fixture in post-raid Postville - Iowa :: from www.decorahnewspapers.com

Deportan inmigrantes con sida :: from www.impre.com

Hijos de inmigrantes hacen menos ejercicio :: from www.impre.com

José Medellín espera con calma su ejecución - Mantiene una ligera esperanza en la Suprema Corte :: from www.impre.com

One forest, many interests - Guatemala :: from www.futureofpeten.com

Educators from every educational level and Hispanic community leaders from across Kansas have formed the Latino Vision Council to help recruit and retain more Hispanic students at the University of Kansas. :: from diverseeducation.com

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Blogante Essentials for Tuesday – August 5th, 2008

Tomas — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 01:40:13 +0000

HITN, the Premiere Latino Public Television Network in U.S. Reveals New Look; Stays True to Its Mission

Tomas — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:30:14 +0000

"HITN, America's first Latino Public Television Network, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary, today unveiled a new brand logo -- one that reflects its role as the leader in Latino public and educational broadcasting. "Today marks a new phase for HITN. Our new logo is meant to serve as a beacon for Hispanics everywhere with its bright orange hue lighting the path to a better tomorrow for our viewers," said founder Jose Luis Rodriguez, CEO of HITN.

HITN has been serving the Hispanic community of the United States and Puerto Rico for 25 years, remaining steadfast in its dedication in bringing educational and entertaining programming to its viewers. A hallmark of HITN's programming is its unique content; creating programs that invite Latino participation and encourages families to live fuller, richer lives. "HITN was founded 25 years ago as a response to the lack of educational programming available to Hispanics. Now, just as then, there is still a tremendous need for the type of programming we provide," said Mr. Rodriguez.

The launch of this new brand logo signifies the beginning of a new era at HITN. "We are poised to establish ourselves as the 'go-to' network for Hispanics who are looking for educationally rich, entertaining and informative programming. We have a very successful political news series, Destination Casa Blanca 2008, that has catapulted HITN as the only Latino-themed political series on the Cable industry's 'Election '08 On Demand' VOD platform, which reaches over 90% of the nation, it's the place where Latino voters get informed. Coupled with the new brand, HITN is ready to lead the way for years to come," concluded Dan Rodriguez, Director of Communications and Public Affairs.

Marketing firm Garcia 360 provided the necessary technical and professional support to derive the new HITN brand. Speaking on the experience of working with HITN, Luis Garcia of Garcia 360 said, "HITN is passionate about helping Latinos navigate their life in the US. We feel this new brand image reflects the essence of what HITN stands for in relation to its mission and its commitment to the audience they serve. To be a part of this brand evolution has been very rewarding."

CEO Jose Luis Rodriguez commented during the unveiling, "Today's media landscape challenges HITN to distinguish itself from other national networks. Our new brand will help us break through the cluttered environment by ensuring our viewers that when they see the HITN brand they are in tune with clear and consistent communication."

About HITN
The Hispanic Information and Telecommunications Network, Inc. (HITN) was established in 1983 as a non-profit organization. HITN's mission is dedicated to the advancement of Hispanics by providing engaging educational entertainment that invites individuals and families to live fuller, richer lives and enables them to serve as an ever-growing engine of intellectual power and progress. HITN-TV was created in 1987, becoming America's first Public Television Network for Latinos. Today, HITN-TV can be found on cable, satellite, video on demand and online reaching over 31 million households.

HITN provides a unique source of educational, cultural, news and public affairs programs to the homes of Hispanics in the United States and Puerto Rico. For more information log onto http://www.hitn.org .

HITN: CELEBRATING 25 YEARS AS AMERICA'S FIRST PUBLIC Television NETWORK FOR LATINOS "

Blogante News Summary for Tuesday – July 22nd, 2008

Tomas — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 19:08:29 +0000

Blogante News Essentials --»

Mexico will no longer jail illegal immigrants detained within its borders.

Hurricane potential off S. Texas coast leaves some wondering if Border Patrol will make good on threat to screen for undocumented (Latina Lista)

The next extinct species: the Latino journalist - Esther J. Cepeda

FDA finds salmonella strain in Mexican-grown jalapeno pepper

Video: Danica Patrick “chats” with Milka Duno

Are Obama, McCain reaching Hispanic voters? - Tampa Bay area view

Las Vegas’ Hispanic Population Increase Cause May Surprise You - (Hint: it isn’t immigration)

Art Acevedo looks back, forward after one year - Austin’s first Hispanic police chief

In Tijuana, a Market for Death in a Bottle - finding pentobarbital, a barbiturate commonly known as Nembutal is easy there

Worse may come for epic lines at Tijuana crossing

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Immigration law means a borderline existence for U.S. wife of Mexican

Poor financial advice, habits hurt many Hispanic

Houston Police Department’s first Hispanic woman cop shot - Belle Ortega

Gold, platinum rules eased for Latin musicians - numbers of albums needed to be sold cut in half!

Did You Know? Voter registration jumps in North Carolina - 10,000 identify themselves as Hispanic — a 25 percent increase in this new category.

Did You Know? That Nestor Carbonell from Cane plays the mayor of Gotham City in The Dark Knight

Election 2008 --»

View the latest 50 headlines or 25 excerpts

Are Obama, McCain reaching Hispanic voters? - Tampa Bay area view

Did You Know? Voter registration jumps in North Carolina - 10,000 identify themselves as Hispanic — a 25 percent increase in this new category.

Blogante Business

Drill Down: Business | Marketing | Real Estate | Media | Internet

Build-A-Bear Workshop(R) becomes an Official Licensee of Alianza Latina de Béisbol

Anna Maria Arias Memorial Business Fund: Calling All Latina Entrepreneurs

Steelworkers Join Los Angeles Activists in Demanding Occidental Petroleum Stop its Complicity of Human Rights Abuses in Colombia

The Hispanic Game-o-sphere

SBS’s ‘EL CIRCO’ recognized by leading Marketing Association in Puerto Rico.

Poder acquires Hispanic Enterprise magazine

Meredith to Realign, Rename Hispanic Parenting Titles Under ‘Ser Padres’ Brand

MultiTax Boosts Productivity of Tax Preparers Serving Latinos and Immigrants

Connecticut gets a local Spanish-language station

Avaya IP Technology Enables Leading Hispanic Market Newspaper Publisher to Improve Contact Center and Customer Service Operations

Poor financial advice, habits hurt many Hispanic

El Paso Hispanic Chamber of Commerce now runs Minority Business Enterprise Center

USHCC PLANS CONVENTION AND EXPO IN SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA

Undocumented worker ruling could rattle Oregon’s economy

Marketers Aim at Latino Youth via Univision’s ‘Premios Juventud’

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More at: Entertainment | Musica

SERGIO MENDES To Perform July 30th On The Tonight Show with Jay Leno

AS THE PINKER TONES TRAVEL ACROSS THE COUNTRY, LOCAL CRITICS RAVE

Lots of Chihuahuas and Disney Movie Making: What Could Possibly Go Wrong? » VivirLatino

Rendirán homenaje a José José

DIANA REYES PRESENTARA SU ÉXITO “ME MUERO” EN LOS “TECATE PREMIOS DEPORTE” PROGRAMADOS PARA EL HORARIO ESTELAR EL 27 DE JULIO POR UNIVISION

CABAS CONQUISTA ESTADOS UNIDOS CON AMORES DIFICILES

Galilea Montijo might be the next Aventurera

Eva Longoria takes her name out of the running for this year’s Alma Awards

Asegura Cristian que no volverá a casarse

Televisa offers Cristián de la Fuente a starring role

Mayrín Villanueva asks the press to respect her privacy

HITN to Give Salsa Congress a World Audience

Daddy Yankee brilla en el festival de cine de NY

The first-ever Mexican film festival in New York says ‘Hola’

Eva Longoria: ‘I can’t wait to have children’

THE 2008 ALMA AWARDS® HOST EVA LONGORIA PARKER AND NCLR PRESIDENT AND CEO JANET MURGUÍA ANNOUNCE NOMINATIONS AND SHOW HIGHLIGHTS, INCLUDING SPECIAL HONORS TO SHAKIRA, LINDA RONSTADT, AND NARCISO RODRIGUEZ

Eva Longoria grabbed lunch at Toast and shopped at Blck following her ALMA conference appearance

Eva Longoria hosted the nomination ceremony for the 2008 ALMA Awards

2008 Alma Awards Nominees

Responde Cristian Castro a Gabriela Bo

Shawn Kiehne, a k a El Gringo - Born in America, Heart in Mexico

Shakira, Juanes, sing to demand release of rebel-held hostages

Arcángel Is Rated PG?

Jaslene Suffers From Mal De Amores

Gold, platinum rules eased for Latin musicians - numbers of albums needed to be sold cut in half!

Did You Know? That Nestor Carbonell from Cane plays the mayor of Gotham City in The Dark Knight

Pide Gloria Trevi la ‘prueba de amor’

Simply Blogante News

La Bloga: Homeless musician’s story is also about the columnist who wanted to help

JCPenney Honors Hispanic Youth Scholars at Univision’s 5th Annual ‘Premios Juventud’

Mujer Dominicana en Nueva York exhibit

Guatemala: Forced Disappearance and the Search for Justice in El Jute

LAXART Presents the Debut of Miguel Angel Rios’ Video Crudo

New Hispanic Campaign Targeting Obesity, Created by PlanetWoot

Frank McLynn’s top 10 books about Mexico

U.S. Latinos may get a national museum of their own

Abilene’s first Cuban refugees brought by the International Rescue Committee arrive - Texas

Nashville Area Hispanic Chamber rallies behind May Town Center

Industrial/Cesar Chavez votes haven’t changed - Dallas

Food rise has Bolivia’s coca farmers planting rice

5 dead, president safe after Bolivian helicopter crashes

Hazleton mayor named Pennsylvania’s Mayor of the Year - Lou Barletta

Ochoa, Fuentes, leave time capsule messages atop Mexico cathedral

4,881 Peruvians in Spain could accept to voluntarily return to Peru

Illinois Rep. Foster travels to U.S.-Mexico border

43% of people reported missing in Peru are minors

Cuban-Venezuelan ties boom under Raul Castro

Wave of arrests targets Cuban activists

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Blogante Essentials for Tuesday – July 22nd, 2008

Tomas — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 18:58:11 +0000

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HITN to Give Salsa Congress a World Audience

Tomas — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 17:53:57 +0000

"HITN (Hispanic Information Telecommunications Television Network) announced today that through its internet platform, HITN.tv, it will present the 12th Annual Puerto Rican Salsa Congress to a national and international audience.

Participants from over 30 countries will compete for the coveted title of "World Champion" in the World Open Salsa Championship. Dance competitions have grown immensely in popularity throughout the globe. In the United States shows such as "Dancing with the Stars" and "So You Think You Can Dance" have attracted millions and created legions of new fans, while in Europe dance competitions have been in vogue for many years. The Salsa Congress brings together professional and non-professional Salsa dancers of all ages from all over the world to compete and have fun.

José Luis Rodríguez, CEO and President of HITN said, "We believe that broadcasting the Salsa Congress via our Internet platform will allow countless fans throughout the world the opportunity to enjoy this year's competition and we are looking forward to being the vehicle for them to experience world-class Salsa."

HITN.tv will provide complete coverage of all the competitions and events. People interested in viewing the Salsa Congress can do so by logging on to www.hitn.tv./puertoricosalsacongress

About HITN: The Hispanic Information and Telecommunications Network, Inc. (HITN) was established in 1983 as a non-profit organization. HITN's mission is dedicated to the advancement of Hispanics by providing engaging educational entertainment that invites individuals and families to live fuller, richer lives and enables them to serve as an ever-growing engine of intellectual power and progress. HITN-TV was created in 1987, becoming America's first Public Television Network for Latinos. Today, HITN-TV can be found on cable, satellite, video on demand and online reaching over 31 million households.

HITN provides a unique source of educational, cultural, news and public affairs programs to the homes of Hispanics in the United States and Puerto Rico. For more information log on to http://www.hitn.tv

HITN is available on Dish Network; DirecTV; Time Warner Cable (NY, NJ, TX); Comcast (IL, CO); Charter (CA, NV, WA, GA); AT&T U-verse and Verizon FiOs nationwide.

HITN: CELEBRATING 25 YEARS AS AMERICA'S FIRST PUBLIC Television NETWORK FOR LATINOS "

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Tu Ciudad magazine closure

Tomas — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 12:41:10 +0000

" Colleagues, peers, friends and family, It is with deep regret that I must inform you that Emmis Publishing, the parent company of Tu Ciudad magazine, has suspended our publication and business effective Thursday, June 12th. On the heels of celebrating our third anniversary with the current June/July “Best of Latino L.A.” issue, the milestone is bittersweet. My entire team has been instrumental in what was accomplished in a short period of time. However, due to the current economic climate and our partners’ corporate struggle with other aspects of their businesses, we are faced with the realities of today's hardship. I am extremely proud of our team's ability to produce such a high quality product for the dynamic Latino and Los Angeles community. We have been so touched and honored by the enormous support of readers and humbled by our industry accolades. Ciudad set new standards for Hispanic media and regional publishing by being the first to penetrate this category of acculturated Latinos who are professional, civic-minded, successful individuals. Ciudad quickly became the largest circulated magazine for the Hispanic market in Los Angeles and served the city with a unique voice that is often overlooked. Our ambitious goal of providing our audience with the best the city has to offer was accomplished, but short-lived. I am absolutely indebted to all of the strong talent who contributed to the publication, especially our editorial architects, Angelo Figueroa and Oscar Garza. We thank every individual who expressed interest and enthusiasm for our efforts and allowed us to work so passionately and diligently for you during these past few years. Many of you will be contacted directly by myself or other representatives from the magazine to personally address our closure. As always, I am available to answer any concerns or questions. Lastly, I am hopeful to give the brand new life in the near future. Until then, I want to say that this has been a dream of mine come true and I thank you for making Ciudad a part of your life. Best regards, Jaime Gamboa. Founder/Publisher Tu Ciudad magazine"

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LISTA 2nd Annual Humanitarian Mission and Hispanic Workforce Summit May 28th -June 1st 2008

Tomas — Tue, 27 May 2008 16:02:32 +0000

"For Immediate Release Contact: Euralis Lopez 347 632 4542 lopeze@a-lista.org Over 30 Corporate Executives to attend the LISTA 2nd Annual Humanitarian Mission and Hispanic Workforce Summit in Dominican Republic on May 28th – June 1st 2008 May 27, 2008, New York, NY--- LISTA will conduct it’s second Humanitarian Mission and Hispanic Workforce Summit to the Dominican Republic on May 28th in the city of Cabarete, Dominican Republic. This year LISTA and The Dream Project inaugurate the third technology center and for the second consecutive year will conduct a series of Teacher Training workshops on lesson planning, English as a second language, and the use of technology to enhance the teaching experience for the students of the Dream Schools. LISTA has secured the support of an impressive delegation including, Dominicans on Wall Street, Dominican American Chamber of Commerce of Georgia, HITN Television, Society of Hispanic Engineers and the Massachusetts Latino Chamber of Commerce. “LISTA and its partners continue to help bridge the digital divide and help develop new technology businesses in the Cabarete Area. Through these events we bring empowerment and knowledge transfer and with the help of big business we will develop this region into a thriving business community in the upcoming years,” says Jose Marquez, LISTA CEO. “This is a mission of hope and love, it is up to us to all to change the perception of technology in our community, the time is NOW!” LISTA will also hold the second Annual Hispanic Workforce Summit to help develop the Dominican workforce community in Cabarete. “As the Dominican population continues to grow in the United States, it is clear that a significant part of the future workforce will be from the Dominican Republic,” commented Jon Wunderlich, Director of Operations at Project Dream, “this summit will help bring economic stability and sustainability of Cabarete business entrepreneurs, it is imperative to further develop the skills of Dominican students in order for them to change their future through technology. “LISTA through these workshops and summit will make an economic impact and give the students the tech and business skills needed to embrace the opportunities which will be on the horizon when they graduate” said Jose Luis Rodriguez, LISTA Chair. LISTA’s mission to educate motivate and empower continues to bring hope and the promise of highly skilled workers, young professionals and small business owners for the future of the region.” “This is still a small program which has been supported strictly by our members. We can all do more to help develop one of the poorest areas in this country and turn it into a thriving business community,” said LISTA NYTC President Robert Abreu. “We truly believe that with more community involvement this mission will yield even more results.” Corporate leaders, Hispanic non-profit executives from across the country are expected to come together at the Hispanic Workforce Summit to discuss technology usage in the class room, best practices, and explore strategies to develop skilled technology workers, professionals and better access to technology for small businesses. This summit continues to attract significant interest from local and national organizations across the country. There is a sense of anticipation of what viable solutions, recommendations or best practices will come out of this summit LISTA’s Humanitarian Mission and Workforce Summit Speakers Include: Ambassador Patricia Sortier, Canadian Ambassador to the Dominican Republic Felix Ortiz, New York State Assemblyman Robert Abreu, VP Goldman Sachs Kevin Manning, Immediate Past President American Chamber of Commerce Carlos Gonzalez, CEO, Massachusetts Latino Chamber of Commerce Jose Luis Rodriguez, LISTA Chair and President/CEO HITN Dora Maria Abreu, SHPE Vice President Jose Marquez, President and CEO, LISTA Jon Wunderlich, Dominican Operation Director, Dream Project Latinos in Information Sciences and Technology Association (LISTA) have donated computers to the area schools of Cabarete and Batey in the Dominican Republic through the Dream Project, as part of LISTA’s international outreach program for many years along with supplying educational instruction to further develop technology professionals in the area, conducting workshops for students and teachers in English as Second Language, math and sciences. LISTA IS SPONSORED BY: AETNA, AT&T, COMCAST, CAPITALWIRE DELTA AIRLINES, MACY’s, MICROSOFT , NCTA, NIELSEN MEDIA, PHRMA, STAPLES, STATEFARM and VERIZON. About Latinos in Information Sciences and Technology Association (LISTA) LISTA Mission is to educate, motivate and encourage the use of technology in the Latino community and empowering them to bridge the digital divide. Founded in 2004 LISTA promotes the utilization of the technology sectors for the empowerment of the Latino community. We are an organization that is committed to bringing various elements of Technology under one central hub to facilitate our partners, members and the community with the leverage and education they need to succeed in a highly advanced technologically driven society. www.a-lista.org About The Dominican Republic Education And Mentoring (DREAM) Project is a US 501c3 nonprofit organization that provides equitable access to quality education for children born into poverty in rural areas and small communities of the Dominican Republic by combining volunteerism, international awareness, and community involvement into a sustainable support system” www.domincandream.org"

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Blogante News for Tuesday – May 20th, 2008

Tomas — Tue, 20 May 2008 17:49:41 +0000

Essentials

Top Hillarylander mulls Obama job - Patti Solis Doyle

Study: Loss of illegal immigrants would cripple economy

Homeland Security ignored Iowa officials’ pleas to postpone Postville raid until criminal investigation of plant management completed (Latina Lista)

The U.S. Recession Hits Home — in Mexico - Even as Mexican workers send less money home and families struggle to stay above the poverty line, the U.S. is still considered a land of opportunity - (from BusinessWeek)

U.S. election highlights Puerto Rico’s ‘unequal’ status - it is strange they can't vote in the general election but can still vote to pick party's nominees

Theatres of Color Fight Marginalization - Coalition says companies face bias from media, audiences, and grantors.

Are immigration raids really doing what backers claim?

Latin stars sing for poor children at concerts - ALAS

A World Premiere Music Video! “96,000″ with the Stars of the Tony nominated “In the Heights” - Direct link to Video

TeleFutura Announces Fifth Season Winner of ”Objetivo Fama” - Cristina Eustace of Dallas, TX Wins Network’s Popular Singing Competition - Over 16.5 Million Votes Cast Throughout the Most-Competitive Season Ever

Mexican donkey jailed for ornery behavior - (made me laugh so I had to make it an Essential)

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Laguna Hills woman pens book about her Mexican American roots - Sarah Rafael Garcia’s first book “Las Niñas: A Collection of Childhood Memories”

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HITN’s Destination Casa Blanca 2008 Selected for Cable Industry’s National Elections ‘08 On Demand Initiative

Tomas — Tue, 20 May 2008 14:57:40 +0000

"HITN, the first national Spanish-language public television network in the United States, announced from the National Cable Television Show from New Orleans the selection of its new show, Destination Casa Blanca 2008 to the Cable Industry's national VOD (video on demand) Initiative. Spearheaded by Time Warner Cable and Cox, this groundbreaking project will provide viewers a dedicated VOD channel focused on the upcoming US Presidential election. The agreement will make Destination Casa Blanca 2008 the only Latino-themed program available through VOD, reaching over 90% of the country.

For viewers interested in the Latino perspective as it relates to the election, Destination Casa Blanca 2008 (DCB'08) is a news magazine show exclusively dedicated to examining issues as they affect the Hispanic community. Launched in April 2008, DCB'08 is hosted by award-winning broadcast journalists Ray Suarez and Marlene Fernández and currently airs in 30 million households. Under this new agreement, HITN's Destination Casa Blanca 2008 will double the number of viewers to 60 million households. "We are extremely proud that HITN has been chosen for this VOD Initiative, it speaks to the importance of the Latino vote that a show concerning Hispanic issues and concerns will be at the forefront during this important election," stated HITN's President, José Luis Rodríguez.

With a population of over 46 million, Hispanics are the fastest growing segment in the US and comprises 15% of the total population. Increased voter participation has made the demand for programs such as Destination Casa Blanca 2008 and related HITN programming clear. Cable companies such as Charter, Comcast, Cablevision, Time Warner and Cox are all participating in this first ever industry-wide initiative.

The VOD initiative will go live on June 1st and will feature two main sections: one devoted to the presidential candidates and one for programmers who will examine the issues surrounding the election process. Representatives for Time Warner Cable and Cox indicate that content will be distributed on a monthly basis.

"HITN and the Latino community applaud the cable industry for its inclusiveness and foresight in making sure that diverse perspectives are represented in the media," concluded Mr. Rodríguez.

About HITN
The Hispanic Information and Telecommunications Network, Inc. (HITN) was established in 1983 as a non-profit organization. HITN's mission is dedicated to the advancement of Hispanics by providing engaging educational entertainment that invites individuals and families to live fuller, richer lives and enables them to serve as an ever-growing engine of intellectual power and progress. HITN-TV was created in 1987, becoming America's first Public Television Network for Latinos. Today, HITN-TV can be found on cable, satellite, video on demand and online reaching over 31 million households. HITN provides a unique source of educational, cultural, news and public affairs programs to the homes of Hispanics in the United States and Puerto Rico. For more information log onto http://www.hitn.org

HITN: CELEBRATING 25 YEARS AS AMERICA'S FIRST PUBLIC TELEVISION NETWORK FOR LATINOS"

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