Remittances in Mexico: Michoacán, Guanajuato, and Jalisco lead in receiving dollars sent from the United States
Remittances in Mexico continue to solidify their position as one of the most important economic pillars for millions of families, especially in states with high rates of migration to the United States. During the first quarter of 2026, states like Michoacán, Guanajuato, and Jalisco topped the national list for receiving money sent by Mexicans abroad, […]
Indigenous communities block highways in Michoacán; they accuse the CJNG cartel and municipal police of attacks
In response to the invasion and siege of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) in the indigenous communities of Michoacán, the communities launched a series of actions, including road and highway blockades, to demand greater security. Otherwise, they warn, they will rid their communities of organized crime themselves. The trigger was the attack on May […]
180 Years of the Colima Seminary
Around the anniversary of the founding of the Colima Seminary, I had the honor of being invited to give a talk about this century-old institution, which has been responsible for the formation of hundreds of priests throughout its 180 years of existence. It was precisely at the Cobano Seminary facilities that, on Thursday, May 7th, […]
From Historic Center to open-air shopping mall: Tampico’s new tourism project
Faced with the increasing number of tourists arriving in Tampico every weekend, organized business leaders are promoting a comprehensive project to transform the Historic Center into an “open-air shopping mall,” with improvements to the city’s appearance, lighting, roads, and commercial organization in anticipation of the upcoming summer vacation season. The president of the Tampico National […]
Made in San Luis Potosí: 5 local brands that are growing in Mexico
The “Made in San Luis Potosí” seal has become a promotional platform for companies from San Luis Potosí seeking to grow both within and beyond the state. Products made by local families, using artisanal processes and rooted in regional traditions, are now featured in national trade events such as the San Marcos National Fair. During […]
Which celebrities have gotten married in San Miguel de Allende?
Celebrity weddings in San Miguel de Allende have become a favorite destination for Mexican and international celebrities to celebrate weddings filled with luxury, privacy, and Mexican traditions. The city in Guanajuato, renowned for its colonial architecture and romantic atmosphere, has been the setting for weddings that quickly become trending topics on social media and in […]
Construction companies from Querétaro remain excluded from the Mexico-Querétaro train project
More than a year after construction began on the Mexico City-Querétaro train, only three local companies are participating in the project as subcontractors, revealed Álvaro Ugalde, president of the Mexican Chamber of the Construction Industry (CMIC) in Querétaro. The industry representative explained that currently only three companies specializing in machinery rental are collaborating on the […]
Civil groups denounce raids against migrants in Mexico City
Civil society organizations have reported that since the end of April they have documented “migration control” operations by the National Migration Institute (INM) in some areas of Mexico City, where migrants, including Cubans, Haitians, Venezuelans, and Hondurans, have been detained, some with pending cases before the Mexican Commission for Refugee Assistance (Comar). For this reason, […]
Mexico City Light Rail Now Offers Service at All Stations: This Is What the Axolotl Looks Like
After months of construction, upgrades, and modernization, the Mexico City Light Rail (LRT) is now operating again at all its stations with new trains. N+ shares a look at “El Ajolote” (The Axolotl). With these changes, local authorities promise to reduce wait times and improve mobility to the south of the capital. The new trains […]