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Forbes
2 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
Telemundo Revives Ana María Polo's ‘Caso Cerrado' With 24/7 FAST Channel Launch
For two decades, Dr. Ana María Polo's gavel echoed through living rooms across the United States and Latin America, as she arbitrated countless court cases. She first stepped into the role of "TV judge" in 2001 on Sala de Parejas, a show initially focused on resolving marital problems between participants. The show later expanded its scope to include anyone with legal disputes, and in 2005, it was rebranded as Caso Cerrado con la Dra. Ana María Polo (Case Closed with Dr. Ana María Polo). Polo's signature, brazen style propelled the show to become one of Telemundo's highest-rated programs, cultivating a legion of devoted fans. However, even Polo's Caso Cerrado eventually reached its own "closed case." The popular show concluded in 2019, following the end of her multi-year contract with Telemundo. Now, Telemundo is reviving the hit Spanish-language courtroom drama with the launch of a 24/7 free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channel dedicated to Caso Cerrado. It's a streaming time capsule, offering both longtime fans and new viewers access to over 800 hours of Polo's long-running show. Ana María Polo in a scene from "Caso Cerrado." Telemundo 'Telemundo's Caso Cerrado is one of Hispanic media's most iconic franchises with enduring fandom and new audiences discovering the courtroom drama via viral moments across digital and social platforms. With more than 26 million dedicated fans and nearly 100 million average monthly views on social media, the demand for this iconic series continues to grow,' says Romina Rosado, EVP, Streaming at NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises. Launched just after the show's 24th anniversary, the FAST channel taps into early 2000s nostalgia and offers the opportunity to introduce a new generation to Polo's signature style. Each episode presented dramatic courtroom showdowns, with Dr. Polo presiding over cases that, while inspired by real-life situations, were often dramatized for television. Before her career as a popular TV judge, Polo practiced family law in Miami for 20 years. In 2017, she attempted to cross over into the English-language TV court scene with the syndicated Ana Polo Rules, but the show was canceled after only 15 episodes. The Caso Cerrado FAST channel, set to go live on May 29, 2025, at 9:00 AM ET, is available for free on platforms like Roku, Samsung TV Plus, Prime Video, Fubo, Fire TV, Freevee, Google TV, LG channels, TCL, Comcast, Plex, and Xumo.
The Citizen
3 days ago
- Automotive
- The Citizen
VW plant Kariega enters next phase for production of new SA-built crossover
Volkswagen's Plant Kariega in the Eastern Cape has entered the next phase in preparation for production of the third SA-built model. Looking for a new or used vehicle? Find it here with CARmag! As Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA) continues to prepare Plant Kariega for production of its third South African-built model, the automaker has announced the Eastern Cape-based assembly facility has entered the commissioning phase for the highly-anticipated entry-level compact crossover/SUV. Related: VW's Kariega Plant Will Pause Production in 2025 For R4 Billion Investment of Tera SUV This announcement comes after VWGA halted production at Plant Kariega earlier in 2024 (from April 14 to May 12) to complete the upgrades, notably to the body shop, paint shop and final assembly areas, made to the manufacturing line in December 2024. Noteworthy, with the aforementioned upgrades completed, production of the Polo Vivo and Polo has returned to normal, while the commissioning phase is carried out over the weekends. The latter phase comprises the processes of bringing the new equipment online and carrying out the necessary checks to ensure it operates optimally. Related: VW Finally Unveils New SA-built Compact Crossover Built alongside the aforementioned two cars, the automaker's upcoming product will serve as the opening gambit to the company's local crossover/SUV portfolio, which currently comprises the Polo-based T-Cross and Taigo, T-Roc, Tiguan and Touareg. Positioned below the T-Cross, the Tera — as it is named in Brazil, where it is also manufactured — will officially be introduced in 2027. Locally, however, this model will be known by a different yet unannounced name. The German marque's SA arm has, however, confirmed that its moniker won't necessarily adhere to its 'T' naming convention. Related: Polo Production Halts at Kariega for Tooling of New A0 SUV VWGA production director Ulrich Schwabe said: 'We are happy to be back to normal production, with the knowledge that we are one step closer to our future of building three models in our plant.' Click here and browse thousands of new and used vehicles with CARmag! The post VW Plant Kariega Enters Next Phase for Production of New SA-built Crossover appeared first on CAR Magazine.
IOL News
3 days ago
- Automotive
- IOL News
Volkswagen SA's locally produced entry-level SUV now a step closer: here's what to expect
The new Volkswagen Tera, to be marketed with a different name locally, will be positioned below the T-Cross. Image: Supplied Volkswagen South Africa is gearing up to build a brand new entry-level SUV at its production plant in Kariega, Eastern Cape. The new model is now a step closer to reality following a recent plant upgrade that saw the facility halt production of its existing Polo and Polo Vivo models for four weeks. VWSA said 60% of the preparation work for the new SUV product had taken place during the December 2024 shutdown period, while the most recent shutdown, from April 14 to May 12, saw the remaining 40% of upgrades being implemented. This included the programming of robots in the paint shop, completing all installations in the Body Shop, and modifying conveyors in the Final Assembly area. This means the production of the new 'AO SUV Entry' project, as it's called, has now entered the commissioning phase, with remaining work set to take place in order to prevent any further production disruptions. VWSA said it was working closely with their colleagues in Volkswagen of Brazil to develop, build and launch this new model. It is believed that the AO SUV Entry product will be closely based on the Brazilian-developed Volkswagen Tera, albeit with a few modifications for the African market. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad Loading The Tera was designed and developed in Brazil, but will be adapted for the SA market. Image: Supplied It is also set to receive a new name for our market, which reportedly will be determined through a public vote. The new entry SUV is closely related to the current Polo, formed around Volkswagen's MQB-AO platform, but featuring unique body panels and interior components. South African specifications will be announced closer to launch, but for what it's worth, the Brazilian model is offered with a choice of normally aspirated and turbocharged 1.0 TSI petrol engines, culminating in the 85kW version also seen in the Polo. plied The interior bears some resemblance to the latest Tiguan and T-Cross models. Image: Supplied It is likely, however, that SA's entry-level models will be powered by the current 1.4-litre and 1.6-litre MPI normally aspirated engines, as they are locally produced. It's too early to speculate on pricing, but VWSA has previously stated that it will slot beneath the T-Cross, which currently starts at R399,900.
The Citizen
3 days ago
- Automotive
- The Citizen
Volkswagen completes first factory updates for ‘Tera' production
Joint venture product with Brazil and India will, seemingly, enter production next year before arriving on dealership floors in 2027. The first phase of Volkswagen Tera production readiness in South Africa has been completed. Image: Volkswagen do Brasil Volkswagen has entered what it describes as the next phase of its factory overhaul in preparation for the commencement of local production of its still unnamed MQB A0 Entry SUV in 2027. Shutdown Last month, the automaker confirmed a four-week shutdown of its Kariega Plant in Eastern Cape for the installation of 100 robots, revisions to conveyor belts in the final assembly area, and upgrades to the body shop and paint shop for the newcomer that will become the third model assembled locally alongside the Polo and Polo Vivo. ALSO READ: What South Africa can expect: Volkswagen Tera detailed in Brazil While well known to be a South African-market version of the Tera that went on sale in Brazil this week, a different name will be used. Volkswagen hinted that its annual product Indaba in February will have a distinctly African-flavoured moniker. The next phase In its latest update about the plant being back in operation, Volkswagen stated that the 'Tera' has entered the 'commissioning phase', which it defines as 'a systematic process of bringing the new equipment online and performing necessary checks to ensure these are functioning optimally'. It added that this will be implemented over weekends to avoid delays in the regular three-shift running of the plant located in the town formerly known as Uitenhage. It remains to be seen whether the interior, apart from the shift from left to right-hand drive, will undergo any additional changes for South Africa. Image: Volkswagen do Brasil The result of an R4-billion investment into the plant last year, the joint venture between Volkswagen Group Africa, Volkswagen do Brasil and Skoda India has seen South Africa take the lead on project development, despite it being the final market to receive it. Unveiled last year in India as the Skoda Kylaq, the 'Tera' will seemingly be positioned between the T-Cross and Taigo, although it could become Volkswagen's smallest SUV locally as production of the former, in Europe, is anticipated to end next year in readiness for its all-electric replacement, the ID.2X. What to expect In Brazil, the Tera occupies the position below the Taigo's South American sibling, the Nivus, with pricing ranging from below R330 000 to a smidgen over R440 000 when directly converted from reais to Rands. While normally aspirated and turbocharged versions of the 1.0-litre three-cylinder are offered, South Africa is likely to receive only the latter combined with either the five-speed manual gearbox or the optional six-speed Tiptronic. Tera's name will be dropped for South Africa. Image: Volkswagen do Brasil 'We are happy to be back to normal production, with the knowledge that we are one step closer to our future of building three models in our plant,' Volkswagen Group Africa's Production Director, Ulrich Schwabe, said in a statement. 'I would like to thank every employee who has played a part in the process of preparing for this future icon in our Volkswagen line-up, and I look forward to working with these colleagues, as well as our Brazilian counterparts, as we continue on this journey'. More soon Hinted at the Indaba possibly being showcased in pre-production form early next year, speculation has stated that assembly will start late 2026 before the onset of sales in 2027. As it stands though, this is purely speculative and could well change over the coming 18 months or so. NOW READ: Volkswagen halts local production in preparation for 2027 SUV
The Citizen
4 days ago
- Automotive
- The Citizen
BREAKING NEWS: Four killed in accident on the R38 near Low's Creek
BREAKING NEWS: Four killed in accident on the R38 near Low's Creek Four people were killed in a collision that involved two vehicles on the N4 near Low's Creek today, May 27. The collision involved a Toyota Hilux and a Volkswagen Polo. All the deceased were declared dead at the scene by Emer-G-Med paramedics. ALSO READ: Three people die in a fiery collision on the R23 Martin Jeffrey of Emer-G-Med said they received a call about a serious accident at around 18:45. Upon their arrival, they found that the vehicles had collided head-on and four had died from their injuries. According to Jeffrey, on arrival, paramedics found that the Polo had three occupants, but they had succumbed to their injuries. Nearby, the lifeless body of another victim was found. The driver of the Toyota sustained minor injuries and was transported to the Matsulu clinic for further medical treatment. ALSO READ: One killed in R40 accident near Barberton Game Reserve He added that the cause of the accident is unknown at this stage. The R38 is closed while emergency personnel and police examine the scene. Motorists are advised to use alternative routes to avoid delays. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
