March against gentrification in Mexico City: when and where the second edition will be
In recent years, residents of Mexico City (CDMX) and academics have highlighted the spread of a socioeconomic phenomenon whose name is now widely known: gentrification. As a result, groups that had already taken to the streets to demonstrate against it for the first time called for a second march. Two weeks after the demonstration that […]
Do you have any activities for Thursday? CNTE announces a mega-march for July 17 in Mexico City.
Sections 9, 10, 11, and 60 of the National Coordinator of Education Workers (CNTE) will hold a mega-march next Thursday, July 17, in Mexico City to mark the closing of the stage of their struggle, in which, after 22 days of strikes, they secured a salary increase and other benefits. A day later, they will […]
There is no gentrification in Puebla, says the head of tourism.
The head of the Ministry of Tourism Development, Carla López-Malo, affirmed that gentrification does not exist in Puebla, despite activists pointing out that it is occurring slowly in some areas of the capital and Cholula. According to the official, this phenomenon has been prevented because Puebla taxes accommodation platforms like Airbnb. “We are not yet […]
Rain in Puebla causes flooding, fallen walls and trees
Puebla suffered the ravages of the rain this Saturday, causing flooding, fallen walls and trees, and the Zapatero River to burst its banks, leaving motorists stranded. Social media posts and local media reported that the rain also occurred in municipalities surrounding the capital of Puebla, on roads such as Atlixco Boulevard, Carmelitas Boulevard, and Las […]
Redensification of downtown Puebla is not the first step toward gentrification: CCE
The Business Coordinating Council (CCE) considered that the redensification of Puebla’s Historic Center with investments to recover unused properties to convert them into restaurants, hotels, residential buildings, and Airbnb rentals does not pave the way for gentrification. Héctor Sánchez Morales, president of the organization, explained to El Economista that while gentrification is occurring in Mexico […]
Puebla expects 2.5 million visitors during the 2025 summer vacation period.
For the 2025 summer vacation season, Puebla is expected to receive 2.5 million domestic and international tourists, which will translate into significant economic growth. This was emphasized by the state’s Secretary of Tourism Development, Carla López-Malo Villalón, who noted that summer is one of the most anticipated periods of the year, as it coincides with […]
Querétaro at the forefront of animal care
•The Governor will send an Animal Welfare Bill to the State Congress. •It seeks to recognize animals as sentient beings, with the right to live a dignified life, free from abuse, suffering, and abandonment. •There will be severe sanctions against those who do not comply with the stated measures. In order to safeguard the integrity […]
The Querétaro government wants to treat drainage water for human consumption, they warn.
Querétaro Governor Mauricio Kuri sent a bill to the state Congress authorizing the State Water Commission to develop the “Batán System” project, with a public-private investment of up to 35 billion pesos. This project has raised concerns about potential risks to public health, as NOM-27-SSA-2021 states that water for human consumption should not be treated. […]
In the municipality of Querétaro, 105 houses affected by the rainy season
Felipe Fernando Macías Olvera, mayor of the municipality of Querétaro, reported that 105 homes have been affected by flooding this rainy season. “The total number of homes affected by flooding this rainy season is 105 homes, which were flooded during the various events we’ve had with the heaviest rainfall, and all the homes are perfectly […]