Mexico Tariff Threat Looms Large, Could Hike Prices of Your Favorite Beer and More
As President-elect Donald Trump threatens to impose a 25% tariff on goods from Mexico and Canada if they don’t stop the flow of migrants and deadly opioid fentanyl over their borders, American consumers are bracing for the impact. Economists warn that such penalties would cause real pain not just to those countries but also to […]
Mexico’s Migrant Conundrum: Caught between Trump’s Policies and Violence at Home
In the midst of uncertainty, thousands of migrants like Nidia Montenegro are caught in a precarious situation as they await appointments with U.S. border officials to seek asylum. The looming shadow of President-elect Donald Trump’s policies threatens to upend their plans, leaving them with an unbearable choice: attempt to cross into the United States illegally, […]
Mexican Senate Slams Cruise Ship Industry with $42 Per Passenger Fee
A divisive decision was reached in Mexico’s Senate, as lawmakers voted to impose a hefty fee of $42 per head on cruise ship passengers for port calls. This move has sent shockwaves through the tourism industry, sparking concerns that it may hurt Mexico’s lucrative cruise business. Cruise ships have been a boon to the country’s […]
Migrant Crackdown: Mexico Detains Over 5,200 Migrants in Single Day
In a massive operation, Mexican authorities detained more than 5,200 migrants across the country on Tuesday, according to officials who announced the numbers on Wednesday. This significant sweep comes as the government faces pressure from the incoming U.S. administration to tighten its grip on immigration at the U.S.-Mexico border. U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has repeatedly […]
Mexico Seeks Deal with Trump to Avoid Deportees from Other Countries
Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum has announced that her government is seeking an agreement with US President-elect Donald Trump to prevent the country from receiving deportees from third countries in case of large-scale deportations of migrants from the United States. This move comes as a response to concerns about potential massive deportations under the incoming Trump […]
A Taste Of The World’s Best Tequila, According To The San Francisco World Spirits Competition
The San Francisco World Spirits Competition has named Don Fulano’s Blanco Fuerte as the best tequila of 2024. This is according to the Tasting Alliance, which runs the San Francisco competition and many others. The competition received hundreds of spirit entries that were blind taste tested by industry experts. To earn a double gold medal […]
Rise of Alternatives: Countries Abandoning the US Dollar in Pursuit of Financial Independence
In a bid to break free from the dominance of the US dollar, several countries are embracing de-dollarization – a strategy aimed at reducing their reliance on the world’s reserve currency and promoting economic self-sufficiency. The push for de-dollarization has gained momentum in recent years, with nations seeking to diversify their currency reserves and engage […]
Mass Deportation by Trump Could Trigger US Recession and Inflation: BBVA Mexico
BBVA Mexico has warned that mass deportation measures proposed by Donald Trump could lead to a recession and increased inflation in the United States. However, the institution also noted that it is unlikely Trump will implement such large-scale deportations. Economic Impact Carlos Serrano, BBVA Mexico’s chief economist, stated that the probability of these measures being […]
Environmentalists warn that there is a lack of protection for exotic species in Campeche
The absence of natural resource protection agencies causes the trafficking of exotic species for consumption to continue, which impacts wildlife, said Tomás Jesús Ávila Argáez, president of the Ecological Center “Isla del Carmen A.C.”, who explained that specimens such as white-tailed deer, various species of turtle, armadillo and others, are acquired clandestinely on the Island. […]