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Yahoo! Telemundo today announced its Top 10 Searches for the month ending July 31 (http://yahootelemundo.com/lomasbuscado), which include the Top 10 in overall searches, image searches, as well as the most searched for Men for the month of July, as established by the millions of Yahoo! Telemundo users.

Top Trends in Search for July include:

Top 10 Overall Searches

1. Without Breasts There Is No Paradise (Sin Senos No Hay Paraiso)

2. Miss Universe 2008

3. Animals

4. Monica Bellucci

5. Love and Sex

6. Aracely Arambula

7. Galilea Montijo

8. Marijuana risks

9. Ingrid Betancourt

10. Organic Foods

Sin Senos No Hay Paraíso (literally, Without Breasts There Is No Paradise), is a Spanish-language telenovela that debuted on Telemundo on July 16. A hit in Colombia, the telenovela tells the story of an attractive young prostitute who seeks massive breast implants to attract a rich cocaine smuggler. The show was one of the network’s most-watched premieres ever and, not surprisingly, nabbed this month’s number one spot on the Top 10 Overall Searches. Also topping the list was a group of beautiful women, including Miss Universe 2008 Dayana Mendoza, Italian actress Monica Bellucci, and Aracely Arambula, who just announced she is pregnant with boyfriend Luis Miguel’s second child. Rounding out the list was former FARC (Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia) captive Ingrid Betancourt, whose recent rescue after six-and-a-half years of captivity created a worldwide media frenzy.

Top 10 Image Searches

1. Tattoos

2. Adriana Lima

3. Sceneries

4. Gemma Atkinson

5. Eva Longoria

6. Galilea Montijo

7. Barbara Mori

8. Vanessa Guzman

9. Isabel Madow

10. Naruto

Top 10 Image Searches (cont.)

The number one most searched for image on Yahoo! Telemundo in July was Tattoos – tattoos have experienced a resurgence in popularity in many parts of the world, particularly in North America, South America and Europe. A survey published by the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology found that 24% of Americans between the ages of 18 and 50 have a tattoo.

Victoria’s Secret Supermodel Adriana Lima, an ever-popular name on the Top Searches lists, is still making headlines after it was announced that she and basketball star boyfriend, Marko Jaric of the Minnesota Timberwolves, will be tying the knot. Following in Lima’s footsteps – four more models were among the most searched for images in July: British lingerie model (and reality TV star) Gemma Atkinson; Uruguayan-Mexican actress/model Barbara Mori, star of the hit telenovela remake, Rubi; as well as model Isabel Madow, known for her appearances on the Mexican edition of Big Brother VIP. Mexican actress and model Vanessa Guzman (a former Miss Mexico) also peaked users’ interest as she recently went public with information that she and boyfriend Uberto Bondoni, an actor from Uruguay, were blackmailed for a sex tape that was allegedly taken from their home in Mexico.

Top 10 Men Searches

1. Thomas Beatie

2. Chespirito

3. Lil wayne

4. Don Omar

5. Luis Miguel

6. Vicente Fernandez

7. Juanes

8. Cristiano Ronaldo

9. Tito El Bambino

10. Ricardo Arjona

Ironically, the most searched for man this month is really a woman. Thomas Beatie, the world’s first person to conceive a child after a gender-reassignment operation, gave birth this past month to a healthy baby girl. Mexican television icon Roberto Gómez Bolaños, known to the world as Chespirito, also topped the list. Bolaños, best known for his roles as “El Chavo del Ocho” and “El Chapulín Colorado,” has been touring Latin America to present his play “11 y 12.”

In the number four slot, Puerto Rican Reggaeton star Don Omar has been cleared of all drug and weapons charges in relation to an incident dating back to 2004.The 30-year-old has been on trial in a court in Carolina, Puerto Rico for the last two weeks, after he was arrested in September 2004 by drug enforcement officers, who claim to have found him and two pals smoking marijuana. The agents also allegedly found a gun and $1,200 in cash in his possession. Portuguese footballer and heartthrob Cristiano Ronaldo, who currently plays for Manchester United, has also generated interest amidst speculation about a move to Real Madrid. Last but not least, Guatemalan singer-songwriter, Ricardo Arjona, also generated buzz as he officially launched “Fundación Adentro,” an initiative to teach music to poor children in his native Guatemala.

Every month the Yahoo! Telemundo Top 10 Searches showcases the diverse interests and concerns of U.S. Hispanics around the net, from gorgeous celebrity sightings and salacious political news to funny jokes and the latest consumer obsessions.  The monthly list includes a recap of the Top 10 Overall Searches, Top 10 Image Searches and Top 10 Searches in a revolving category, which changes monthly.  To come up with the Yahoo! Top Searches list, Yahoo! scans anonymous query logs from Yahoo! Search across a variety of categories to see what themes and trends bubble up to the surface. Individual searches are never used to develop these lists.  For more information on Yahoo! Telemundo’s Top 10 Searches, visit www.yahootelemundo.com/lomasbuscado.

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About Yahoo! Telemundo:
Yahoo! Telemundo (http://www.yahootelemundo.com), is a commercial venture between Yahoo! Inc. and Telemundo Communications Group, Inc., and is a leading online media and services community for Hispanic consumers in the U.S. This comprehensive and engaging online community for U.S. Hispanics brings together Yahoo!’s leading technology, Internet tools and services with the online assets and original television content of Telemundo, connecting the U.S. Hispanic community to their passions, their communities and the world’s knowledge.

The Coca-Cola Telenovela Club celebrated the ugliest novela in the prettiest city in America this weekend. Several fans of the popular novela, “La Fea Más Bella,” were treated to a weekend getaway to Miami Beach, compliments of the latest Coca-Cola Telenovela Club consumer promotion. Fans and their guests attended a red carpet, Hollywood-style party at the popular Tantra Restaurant and Lounge on South Beach, where they met and dined with telenovela legend Angélica María and her daughter Angélica Vale.

“Our fans are such an important part of our lives and we strive to pick projects, such as ‘La Fea Más Bella,’ that they will enjoy,” said María and Vale in a joint statement. “Our association with the Coca-Cola Telenovela Club allows us to meet our fans and let them know just how much we appreciate them.”

“The Coca-Cola Telenovela Club reaches consumers online through My Coke Rewards as well as through local retail and radio promotions. With this promotion consumers have the opportunity to win prizes and experiences they may have only dreamed of,” said Reinaldo Padua, assistant vice president, Hispanic Marketing, Coca-Cola North America.

This year, the Coca-Cola Telenovela Club and Dress for Success Miami celebrated the importance of inner beauty and outer appearance, which was pivotal to the storyline of “La Fea Más Bella”. Dress for Success Miami is a women’s program that trains and suits women in Miami-Dade County who are struggling to secure and retain employment. The Coca-Cola Company gave the organization a cash donation and actual wardrobe items from the novela to auction off at future fundraising events.

“In partnering with Dress for Success Miami, the Coca-Cola Telenovela Club aims to take ‘dream making’ to a new level by making the dreams of women needing assistance in obtaining work also come true. We couldn’t be happier to work with an organization that has touched so many lives,” said Padua.

Coca-Cola North America also revealed details of the next phase of the Telenovela Club consumer promotion. Scheduled to run from September 1 to October 31, it will celebrate the novela, “Destilando Amor”. Telenovela fans will be able to redeem points for prizes related to “Destilando Amor,” such as recipe booklets, memorabilia, a flat screen television and DVDs.

In addition, participants will have another chance to enter a sweepstakes to meet their favorite celebrities during a dream weekend in Miami next year. “

The DVD set, titled “Nuestro Barrio” — Spanish for “our neighborhood” — contains 13 episodes that present financial information in a telenovela, or soap opera, format. The Spanish-language miniseries about Hispanic life in the United States aims to provide education and entertainment, or “infotainment,” on varying issues including banking and home ownership.”*

JCPenney awarded three Hispanic high school graduates each a $15,000 college scholarship for educational excellence during Univision’s “Premios Juventud” live show on Thursday, July 17, 2008. The “Premios Juventud” youth awards program is Hispanic television’s #1 awards show honoring Latin entertainment and pop culture icons as voted on by this country’s Hispanic youth. This year’s show was hosted by Univision novela stars Eduardo Santamarina and Mayrín Villanueva, along with celebrity presenters and entertainers.

In appreciation for their accomplishments, JCPenney provided the winning students a star -studded experience including a “spa day” at a local Miami, FL, JCPenney salon complete with hair, make-up and beauty services. In addition, the winners were outfitted by a celebrity stylist who illustrated how they can achieve their own red carpet Back-to-School styles from an array of JCPenney’s new Juniors and Young Men’s lifestyle brands. Each winner showcased their favorite chosen outfit on that evening’s red carpet and awards presentation. The selected winners were judged on their school grade point average, extra curricular activities and an essay on what obstacles they have overcome in their lives.

“JCPenney is passionate about celebrating educational excellence. This is why the company has partnered with Univision’s ‘Premios Juventud’ to highlight the accomplishments of Hispanic youths who are making a positive impact in their communities,” said Olivia E. Vela, multicultural marketing director for JCPenney. “We are pleased to serve as a reminder that dreams are never beyond reach for those with determination, vision and perseverance. We believe that ‘Every Day Matters’ and these winners embody the spirit and energy that brings this statement to life.”

JCPenney Scholarships were presented to:

Cecile M. Vazquez (18 years old), Los Angeles, CA: Athletic Award. The Mexican-American star athlete is pre-med bound, for California State University, Los Angeles, and will enroll in the nursing program this fall, where her scholarship will help finance her ultimate goal of becoming a Doctor in Pediatrics.

Daigelis Rodriguez (18 years old), Miami, FL: Music Award. Born in Cuba, but raised in Florida, Daigelis is passionate about the performing arts and is well known in her community as a soloist and most importantly as a pianist. This fall, she will take center stage at Palm Beach Atlantic University where her scholarship will finance her Bachelor of Arts degree in Piano Performance and a minor in Minister Leadership Skills.

Edwin Hernandez-Otero (17 years old), Puerto Rico: Academia Award. Born in Puerto Rico and raised as a literary artist, Edwin will continue his studies at the University of Mayagüez, where he will utilize his scholarship towards a dual Bachelor of Arts degree in Computer Engineering and Mathematics with an ultimate goal of becoming an Astronaut.

“Premios Juventud” Activities
Adding to the excitement of “Premios Juventud”, JCPenney held promotional activities leading up to and on the day of the awards show. Tickets to the show were given out to lucky listeners during live radio remotes at JCPenney retail stores in the Miami area. Also, prior to the start of the extravagant event, a special VIP tent was set up for celebrity guests, JCPenney student winners and hosts, where they could relax before the evening’s performances.

Also, for the first time in “Premios Juventud” history, the awards event emphasized the importance of protecting the earth by “going green”. To focus on this monumental undertaking, the JCPenney tent was outfitted with exclusive Simply Green(TM) accents. Simply Green(TM) is an exclusive-to-JCPenney designation that assists customers in making environmentally conscious purchases.

Finally, JCPenney scholarship winners also enjoyed being a guest on the nations’ leading Spanish-language TV morning show, Univision’s “Despierta America” the morning after the event. Winners were able to share their unique stories, future goals and unforgettable experience courtesy of JCPenney.

JCPenney Gears up for Back-to-School
To kick off the Back-to-School season, JCPenney recently launched an integrated marketing campaign on how to “get that look” for school. Exciting brands such as Decree, Kimora Lee Simmons Fabulosity, Le Tigre, American Living, created by Polo Ralph Lauren’s Global Brand Concepts and Whitetag, available only at JCPenney were featured in advertising and on TV spots. The campaign also launched a Back-To-School online sweepstakes “A Clases con Clase” which first aired the morning after the event. The sweepstakes began on July 18, 2008 and ends August 17, 2008 and is open to residents of the United States who are 18 years of age and older. Consumers have the opportunity to win a total of $4,000 in gift cards just by registering online. For more information on the sweepstakes visit www.univision.com . For more information on Back-to-School visit www.jcpenney.com “*

Univision blew away the competition last night as the fifth edition of its “Premios Juventud 2008″ youth awards show delivered an average audience of 5.2 million viewers 2+, according to Nielsen’s Fast National ratings, and catapulted the network to the #1 ranking for the evening (8:00-11:00 p.m.) among Adults 18-34 (1,910,000) and 18-49 (3,100,000), Persons 12-34 (2,270,000), and Kids 2-11 (690,000). Additionally, 11.2 million people watched some or all of the 3-hour, star-studded telecast.

“Premios Juventud 2008″ was also the #1 program of the evening among Adults 18-34, besting such English-language fare on the other networks such as FOX’s “Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader?” and “So You Think You Can Dance?,” CBS’s “Greatest American Dog,” “CSI,” and “Swingtown,” NBC’s “Last Comic Standing” and “Fear Itself,” and ABC’s “Ugly Betty,” “Grey’s Anatomy,” and “Hopkins.” It was also the #2 program among Adults 18-49 and, along with Persons 12-34, averaged more viewers in those demos than all of the network programs on ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, and CW with the exception of FOX’s “So You Think You Can Dance?”

The first and only awards show on Spanish-language television that celebrates the preferences of this country’s young Hispanics, “Premios Juventud 2008″ enjoyed the following significant audience increases compared to last year’s telecast:
– +6% among Viewers 2+
– +9% among Adults 18-34
– +12% among Adults 18-49
– +8% among Men 18-34
– +12% among Men 18-49
– +9% among Women 18-34
– +12% among Women 18-49

Source: Nielsen Media Research, NTI Fast Ratings for Premios Juventud & NTI Fast Affiliates for the E-L networks, 7/17/2008, Thursday 8pm-11pm. Live+SD.

With awards presented in 29 unconventional categories covering the world of Music, Film, Sports, Fashion and Pop Culture, “Premios Juventud” in only its fifth year of existence has already cemented its position as the most popular celebration of Hispanic youth in this country. This year’s edition featured some of today’s hottest, most popular Latin music artists including the chart-topping pop group RBD, heartthrob crooner Enrique Iglesias, Mexican singer and novela superstar Thalia, recording and motion picture idol Pedro Fernandez, Puerto Rican merenguera Olga Tanon, Colombian sensation Fonseca, regional Mexican recording groups Alacranes Musical and Tucanes de Tijuana, urban acts Akwid and Angel y Khriz, and the newly formed edition of the legendary boy-band Menudo, to name a few.

Locally, “Premios Juventud 2008″ was #1 from 8pm-11pm ET/PT (7pm-10pm Central) in the following markets:
– #1 among Total Viewers - Los Angeles, New York, Houston, Dallas, and Phoenix
– #1 in Households - Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Houston, and San Antonio
– #1 among Adults 18-34 - Los Angeles, New York, Houston, Chicago, Dallas, Phoenix, and San Francisco
– #1 among Adults 18-49 - Los Angeles, New York, Houston, Chicago, Dallas, and Phoenix
– #1 among Teens 12-17 - Los Angeles, Houston, Dallas, Phoenix, and San Francisco
In addition, “Premios Juventud 2008″ averaged more viewers during the time period than the combined viewership to ABC, CBS, NBC and FOX in Los Angeles (+41%), New York (+34%), Houston (+35%), and Dallas (+39%) among Adults 18-34. “

National Spanish-language television network Univision will honor Dodger Legend Fernando Valenzuela at the first annual “Premios Deportes” today at 8 p.m. The awards show will be broadcasted nationally this Sunday, July 20 at 3 p.m. on Univision. Valenzuela will be honored as one of the most prominent Hispanic athletes in history with a lifetime achievement award, “Premio Leyenda Deportiva.”

Prior to the ceremony, Valenzuela will partake in a celebrity-filled red carpet celebration at the historic Pasadena Civic Auditorium in Pasadena at 7 p.m. Hispanic sports stars who will appear alongside Valenzuela include famed boxer Oscar de la Hoya, legendary Mexican soccer goalie Jorge Campos, retired NFL player Tony Casillas, NFL Hall of Fame recipient Anthony Muñoz, former Mexican soccer coach Jesús Bracamontes, and legendary Mexican forward Enrique Borja.

One of the most storied players in Los Angeles Dodger history, pitcher Fernando Valenzuela, became the only person in Major League history to win both the Rookie of the Year and Cy Young Awards in the same season (1981). The 20 year-old was an emergency starter on Opening Day because of injuries to Jerry Reuss and Burt Hooton, but a complete-game 2-0 victory that afternoon in front of 55,000 at Dodger Stadium against the Houston Astros became the start of “Fernandomania.” Valenzuela began the campaign with an 8-0 record, including five shutouts, and by the summer was the guest of the White House in Washington D.C. at a reception hosted by the president of Mexico. Valenzuela helped the Dodgers win the World Series in 1981 and overall won 141 games with Los Angeles through 1990.

Valenzuela is now in his sixth season as a Dodger Spanish-language broadcaster. He serves as the color commentator on the Dodgers’ Spanish-radio broadcasts on KHJ/La Ranchera 930 AM alongside colleagues Pepe Yñiguez and Hall of Famer Jaime Jarrín.

Univision Radio personality Eddie “Piolín” Sotelo, Univision’s Fernando Fiore of “República Deportiva,” and popular novela actress Angélica Vale will host the “Premios Deportes” gala event. “Premios Deportes” honor Hispanic athletes in ten different categories who have been selected for their character, talent and perseverance, as well as their contributions to and impact on the Hispanic community. “Premios Deportes” will air this Sunday, July 20 locally at 3 p.m. on KMEX-TV channel 34.”*

Today, Tang announces a partnership with Major League Soccer (MLS) to present “Verano MLS Presentado por Tang,” offering young Latinos and their families an exciting summer experience. The soccer program sets the stage for the talented, 14-year-old actor Adrian Alonso, who takes on the role as Mensajerito Tang (the Tang Messenger). Alonso will bring the excitement from the soccer field to Hispanic homes and share the news about new Tang flavors.

“Verano MLS Presentado por Tang” provides young people ages eight to 12 with a free opportunity to play soccer twice a week and receive professional training while creating a connection between participants and their favorite MLS stars. The program also serves as the platform for the debut of seven new Tang flavors. Introduced under the tagline “Los Sabores que te Llevan a Casa” (The Flavors That Take You Home), the new Tang flavors are: Horchata, Jamaica, Mango, Strawberry, Lime, Pineapple and Orange.

“‘Verano MLS Presentado por Tang’ enables young Latinos to celebrate their heritage through their passion for soccer, all while experiencing the new Tang flavors,” said Robyn Kestenbaum, brand manager for Tang. “Tang is evolving just like Latinos living in the U.S. We understand that the Latina mother is passionate about experiencing new things with her children, yet wants to share her traditions with them whether it’s through soccer or familiar flavors.”

The fun-filled experiences young people will share on the soccer field are what the enchanting Alonso hopes to capture as Mensajerito Tang. Most recently seen in the critically acclaimed film Under the Same Moon, Alonso serves as the link between the participating young people on the soccer field, the moms at home and the new Tang flavors. He will participate in on-field events in Dallas, Houston and Los Angeles and find out what young people have to say about the latest flavors.

“Mensajerito Tang is a fun project because I get to tell moms what we kids like and what we think about the new Tang flavors,” said Alonso. “The new flavors are great and the best thing is that I get to enjoy them and share them with friends on the soccer field, playing a game I love.”

Tang contains Fruitrition, which provides a selection of important vitamins found in commonly consumed fruit juice, along with calcium and Vitamin E. All seven flavors are available in one quart (four servings) envelopes. Horchata, Jamaica, Strawberry and Orange also are available in new re-sealable bags that make six quarts (24 servings) of delicious Tang. Lastly, the Orange flavor will be offered in the convenient “On The Go” sticks, which can be mixed with a 16.9 oz bottle of water. The new Tang flavors are available in select cities, including Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Phoenix.

ABOUT KRAFT FOODS INC.
For more than a century, Kraft (www.kraft.com) has offered delicious foods and beverages that fit the way consumers live. Today, we are turning the brands that consumers have lived with for years into brands they can’t live without. Millions of times a day in more than 150 countries around the world, consumers reach for their favorite Kraft brands, including nine with revenues exceeding $1 billion: Kraft cheeses, dinners and dressings; Oscar Mayer meats; Philadelphia cream cheese; Maxwell House coffee; Nabisco cookies and crackers and its Oreo brand; Jacobs coffees; Milka chocolates; and LU biscuits. Kraft is one of the world’s largest food and beverage companies, with annual revenues exceeding $37 billion, more than 100,000 employees and more than 180 manufacturing facilities globally. The company’s stock (NYSE: KFT) is listed on the S&P 100 as well as the Dow Jones and Ethibel Sustainability Indexes.

ABOUT ADRIAN ALONSO:
In addition to his latest role as Mensajerito Tang, 14-year old Adrian Alonso has starred in six feature length movies, two telenovelas, a play and various television commercials. The talented actor made his debut in the critically acclaimed 2004 movie Innocent Voices. Other movie credits include Al Otro Lado, for which he received a Silver Goddess (the Mexican equivalent to the Golden Globes) in the Best Supporting Actor category; I love Miami, The Legend of Zorro and, most recently, in Under the Same Moon.”

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Pasiones es el nombre del nuevo canal dedicado 100 por ciento al género de la telenovela que comenzará a transmitirse por DIRECTV a partir de este mes para América latina, según informaron fuentes combinadas. “*

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Power Media Group Inc. (PMG) will celebrate the opening and purchase of its first commercial building and new home for clients on Thursday, July 10, 2008, at 5:00 p.m. with a cocktail party to toast the accomplishment and the loyalty and support of PMG staff, clients and patrons, and media vendors.(www.scvchamber.com/calendar) A premier advertisement agency offering innovative and effective media, marketing and public relations services, PMG has attracted widespread interest from advertisers by its successful operations in attracting the Hispanic market to PMG clients. Situated in the heart of what is considered the #1 Hispanic market by research firm Syncopate, PMG crafts magnetizing messages to harness the consumer buying power of a trillion-dollar market segment.

“Companies - large or small - share the same mindset: they value their financial investments,” says Patricia Gracia, founder and president. “We put ourselves in our clients’ shoes to build top-tier campaigns because, the way we see it - if we fail our client, we are failing ourselves. We find ways to make the most of our clients’ budgets. This approach is what has helped us secure agreements with large, established corporations - they trust us with their advertising investments.”

Since opening in November of 2001, prestigious brands PMG has attracted include:

Universal Music Latin and Video Distribution.
. First hired PMG to work on the Spanish version creative TV Post-production commercial of Dr. Atkins Diet DVD Release - Spanish version (2002)
. Hired PMG to be part of the first Hispanic Soap Opera - DVD Release, Amor Real, the first advertising campaign for the Hispanic market. Statistics, market analysis and the raving reviews and high ratings resulted in a win-win situation. The title won the most important award of the industry -”TV Novelas Soap Opera of The Year.”

Xenon Pictures.
. The exclusive distributor in the U.S. of popular Spanish soap operas from Mexican powerhouse Televisa, trusts PMG with every new DVD title launched.

Palm Pictures.
. Referral for the movie Cronicas - DVD Release, John Leguizamo’s first Spanish movie

Creativa Interior-Primor.
. Client which started in a relationship with PMG with a project for a full page in a magazine and evolved to encompass over 13 national publications and the top 10 Hispanic markets. The image of world famous, Hispanic actress and singer Laura Flores represents the campaign, currently on the air on TV nationally and locally. Primor is primed to open a new location and warehouse in Los Angeles to facilitate product distribution.

NYX Cosmetics.
. Sporting fashionable make-up for young women, NYX embarked on its first Hispanic campaign, signing Mexican Pop Group Rebelde’s Maite Perroni as the official spokesperson.

Vivendi Visual Entertainment (Universal Music Group (UMG) - Theatrical Release.
. PMG launched an outdoor advertisement campaign for “In The Name of the King,” targeting the general public with features on transit buses, bus stop kiosks and billboards.

Success Masters by Designs, Ivan Lomeli
. Personal development seminar company which combines advanced learning techniques with high-impact training to teach success principles that explode levels of success and wealth.

“This journey has been both an overwhelming and a humbling experience,” says CEO Tony Gracia. “When you start out with a dream that over time becomes an attainable goal, it’s unbelievable, and we are truly thankful to everyone who’s worked with us along the way.”

Through August, as a show of appreciation and to inaugurate its new home, PMG is offering prospective clients a free market analysis and advertisement consultation. PMG will help identify the type of market and the advertising budget investment needed for efficient, fast results in the Hispanic market.

Power Media Group Inc. qualified under very strict SBA guidelines for a Small Business Administration (SBA) Real Estate Loan, based on the firm’s projected productivity and expanding innovative services that the company offers its clients.

The company logo bears the picture of founders’ daughter Vanessa, whose baby picture will forever represent PMG and the firm’s slogan, “We love your business, as we love our baby.”

For a complimentary consultation, call 1.800.901.5272 or visit www.powermediagroup.com.

MEDIA: To tour the new headquarters and to interview Principals Patricia or Tony Garcia, contact Power Media Group Inc. at 661.621.9365. Photos are available.

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Ford’s Flex crossover will star in a mini-novela from Telemundo, the latest effort to target a hot new subsegment of the Hispanic population.

The Flex will debut July 7 in a 22-episode series Amores de Luna. It is considered the first time a crossover has played a pivotal role in an original serial created for TV and the Web, according to the network.”*

With the June 30 bow of telenovela “Juramento,” Telemundo Studios Mexico launches its first 100% made-in-Mexico production, the first of many, studio prexy Patricio Wills says.

The Mexico City-based studio adds a third hub to Telemundo’s international scheme in addition to operations in Colombia and its HQ in Miami”*

Telenovela fans will not have to wait long to see their favorite actor from Spanish-language television’s blockbuster hit, “Fuego en la Sangre”, live on stage in Southern California. Grammy(R) and multi Latin Grammy(R) nominee Pablo Montero will be reveling concert-goers with his latest norteño recording material in an exclusive charity concert benefiting Latino students in college. The event is slated for Friday, August 15, 2008 at 8:30 pm. at the Ford Amphitheatre in Hollywood.

“I’m very excited and satisfied to hear about the enthusiasm ‘Fuego en la Sangre’ is causing throughout Latin America and in the United States,” said Pablo Montero. “I am also very excited about the opportunity to work with an event such as Celebración Angelina 2008. I will be sharing my latest album, ‘Mi Tesoro Norteño’, with my fans on August 15th. But even more importantly is the fact that I am able to use my talent to support students who are trying to get ahead in life by getting a higher education. It’s an honor to be able to contribute to such a noble cause.”

Joining Montero on stage for this Mexican-regional music extravaganza will be some of the area’s top amateur ballet folklorico groups, who will be squaring off in a colorful dance competition.

A percentage of the profits from “Celebración Angelina 2008 con Pablo Montero” will benefit the Latino Angelino Scholarship Award 2008, which will be presented to Hermandad Mexicana, a San Fernando Valley 501C(3) not-for-profit organization, who will be the administrator of the scholarship donation.

Tickets for the benefit concert are now available at the Ford Amphitheatre Box Office in Hollywood or by calling 323-GO-1-FORD (323-461-3673). For online ticket purchasing, log on to www.FordTheatres.org. Tickets are $55 in advance or $60 at the door. A $5 ticket discount can also be received when purchasing a concert ticket at the Ford Box Office when taking Metro (Bus #163 or #656 /Metro Red Line). For more information, mass transit commuters can log on to www.metro.net or call (800) COMMUTE.
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One of television’s most spirited and provocative telenovelas comes to DVD, courtesy of Xenon Pictures and Televisa Home Entertainment via Lionsgate Home Entertainment. “HERIDAS DE AMOR”, which aired in 2007 to great critical acclaim, will be available in stores nationwide June 24th, 2008, with an SRP of $19.98.

Helmed by master director Sergio Catano V. (”Infierno en el Paraiso”, “El Derecho de Nacer”), “HERIDAS DE AMOR” earned an outstanding 11 TVyNovelas Awards nominations, 9 of which were in acting categories — no accident given its incredible all-star cast, which includes the beautiful Jacqueline Bracamontes (”La Fea mas Bella”, “Rubi”), Guy Ecker (”Las Vegas”, “La Mentira”, “Cafe con Aroma de Mujer”), Diana Bracho (Y Tu Mama Tambien, “El Derecho de Nacer”), Sergio Sendel (”Ama