Following Mexico’s vape ban, cartels are expanding their control over the fast‑growing market
According to ABC News Organized crime in Mexico is tightening its grip on the vape market, a $1.5 billion industry When a drug cartel came calling at a store selling vapes in northern Mexico, the owners knew they were powerless. The cartel abducted two employees, blindfolded them and demanded to speak with their bosses. The cartel […]
During the El Paso–Ciudad Juárez 10K, runners cross the border as a single, connected community
According to Texas Monthly For a decade, Run Internacional has celebrated the twin cities’ intertwined identity and challenged national perceptions of border life. Among the three thousand runners at the seventh Run Internacional 10K, in El Paso and Ciudad Juárez, a few outfits stood out. Rarámuri runners sported flowing, colorful skirts. A group calling themselves […]
Mexico’s president disputes FBI Director Kash Patel’s account of pro‑snowboarder Ryan Wedding’s arrest
According to CNN Politics Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum pushed back during a press conference Thursday on suggestions that law enforcement in the country worked closely with the FBI to apprehend former Canadian Olympic snowboarder and alleged cocaine kingpin Ryan Wedding. Instead, Sheinbaum said Wedding had self-surrendered and was handed over to US authorities. “We are never […]
Mexico’s oil industry faces new pressure from Venezuelan crude under U.S. oversight
According to Aljazeera Pemex, burdened with significant debt, financial and operational constraints, now faces competition from Venezuelan oil. Monterrey, Mexico: For more than 30 years, Dagoberto Ramos worked at Pemex, Mexico’s state-owned oil company, at one of its petrochemical complexes in the energy hub of Coatzacoalcos, Veracruz. Ten years ago, the specialist in ethylene production opted […]
Entrepreneurs from Tampico showcase products at national truck event
The Tampico Economic Development Department is promoting the participation of local entrepreneurs in the national truck racing competition being held at Expo Tampico, as part of a strategy to position the “Made in Tampico” brand, reported the department head, Nora Izaguirre Acevedo. The official explained that, within the framework of this event, a booth has […]
Welfare laundries and community kitchens arrive in neighborhoods of Tampico
With the aim of making daily life easier for families and easing household expenses, the government of Tampico, Tamaulipas, has decided to launch community laundromats and kitchens in different parts of the city. These new services will be available at two community service centers (TAMULES) located in the northern part of the municipality, spaces that […]
Drivers urged to exercise extreme caution on the roads during the holiday weekend
During this long weekend commemorating the promulgation of the Political Constitution of the United Mexican States, motorists are advised to exercise extreme caution when traveling on highways to avoid potentially fatal accidents. In this regard, personnel from the Green Angels (Ángeles Verdes), who patrol various federal highways, stated that drivers should check the mechanical condition […]
Mexican airline to expand Nuevo Laredo-Mexico City flights in April
A Mexican airline will expand flights between Nuevo Laredo and Mexico City starting in April. Viva Bus routes connect passengers to more than 30 destinations across Mexico. The airline now offers two daily flights, seven days a week. Nuevo Laredo’s mayor announced on social media that the expansion improves tourism and business opportunities. Source: kgns
Driverless cargo ferries will be built from Monterrey to Laredo by 2032
Driverless cargo ferries could transform trade between Laredo and Mexico by 2032, according to a $10 billion project presented to the Laredo Port of Entry Committee. Green Corridors unveiled plans for an autonomous bridge system that will transport cargo trucks on driverless shuttles between Laredo and Monterrey. The company showed a demonstration video revealing the […]