Piracy of Handicrafts in Yucatán: Unfair Competition and Ridiculous Prices
Yucatecan handicrafts, a heritage legacy, are hanging by a thread due to piracy. While Mérida continuously dresses up to welcome national and foreign visitors, unfair competition is undermining the foundations of this sector. Cross-stitch dresses, hammocks, souvenirs, and other typical products are copied and sold at ridiculous prices, devaluing the work of generations of artisans, […]
Parents Seek Answers After 4 Months of Silence from Son Who Went to Work in Mérida
The parents of Jorge Yam Miis are deeply worried because they have no information about his whereabouts. Jorge Yam Miis, a young man from Kancabchen, went to work in Mérida 4 months ago and has not been in contact since. Concerned about his disappearance, his parents sought help from their relatives to share his case […]
This Sinaloa dish is the best in the world, according to gastronomy experts
It is a dish made with shredded pork, which you definitely must try. In addition to its beautiful landscapes, impressive magical towns, and the warmth of its people, the state of Sinaloa stands out for its rich gastronomy, which is among the best in the world. This is according to Taste Atlas, the platform that […]
Mexico must stop itself from becoming China’s Trojan Horse
This week, China faced a significant economic setback as the European Commission decided to impose tariffs of up to 45 percent on its electric cars. Similarly, the U.S. announced tariffs of up to 100 percent last May, and Canada is set to implement a 100 percent tax. In contrast, Mexico, a trade partner of both […]
The Cablebus Transformed Commutes in Mexico City’s Populous Outskirts
The Cablebus in Mexico City has significantly transformed commutes for its residents. Since its inauguration three years ago, it has become the longest cable car line in the world, moving around 80,000 people per day. The main purpose of this aerial transport system is to connect isolated working-class neighborhoods with other transportation systems like the […]
5 beheaded bodies found in Mexico, latest grisly find in violence-plagued country
According to officials, five decapitated bodies were discovered by Mexican authorities in Jalisco state. This is the latest discovery of violence in the country. The victims’ heads were found in black plastic bags near Ojuelos in northeastern Jalisco, while their bodies lay nearby, partially clothed and with no heads. This gruesome finding occurred close to […]
Baja California Sur’s Best-Kept Secret Must Be This Tourist-Friendly, Beach-Filled Resort Hub
While Cabo San Lucas is undoubtedly Baja California Sur’s most renowned resort town, Loreto, Mexico, located 310 miles northeast of Cabo, offers a hidden gem with its colonial charm, diverse marine park, and swimmable beaches, all set against the dramatic backdrop of the Sierra de la Giganta mountain range. Though Loreto may not have the […]
Artists in Puebla defend the tradition of papel picado against competition from China
In Puebla, local artists prepare papel picado offerings for the Day of the Dead, denouncing unfair competition from Chinese products that threatens artisanal tradition. Source: milenio
Nascar Mexico goes to Puebla to decide the battle for the championship
The NASCAR Mexico Series is already in Puebla to run its penultimate date of the season and to define the four drivers who will fight for the title at the Hermanos Rodriguez Racetrack. The last stretch before reaching the end of the campaign will be held at the 2.06 kilometers of the Miguel E. Abed […]