The state leadership of the PRD (Party of the Democratic Revolution) asserted that Morena (National Regeneration Movement) “made a fool of itself” by failing to gather even three thousand people during the rally held in “support” of Mayor Claudia Sheinbaum. In his speech, PRD leader Rafael Acosta León ironically referred to the so-called “mega rally” […]
Tlaxcala launches “Creative Market”, a platform that connects artistic talent with cultural companies
State and federal authorities presented the “Creative Market” Digital Platform at the Palace of Culture in Tlaxcala. This national directory connects creators, collectives, and cultural businesses in the digital environment. The initiative is promoted by the Ministry of Culture of the Government of Mexico, in coordination with the Ministry of Culture of Tlaxcala and the […]
‘The Botox’: the drug lord and extortionist who linked the White House, the National Palace, and Michoacán
On Labor Day 2024, Morena party members in Tierra Caliente, Michoacán, rose early to prepare for the most anticipated event of the year. The following day, May 2nd, presidential candidate Claudia Sheinbaum would hold a rally in the main square of Apatzingán, the epicenter of the battle between the Jalisco New Generation Cartel and Carteles […]
Products from Nayarit arrive at OXXO stores
More than ten Nayarit brands, featuring products like wines, tostadas, and salsas, will be available in 96 regional OXXO stores starting February 6, announced César Octavio Lara Fonseca, Secretary of Economy for Nayarit. “We will be able to find a dedicated space for Nayarit products. These displays will begin in 96 stores. We expect to […]
Trump’s offensive against Cuba and its implications for Mexico
Donald Trump’s new offensive against Cuba introduces an additional variable into the already complex equation of Mexican foreign policy. The threat of imposing trade sanctions on countries that supply oil to the island is not merely an ideological gesture: it is a carefully designed instrument of pressure to act indirectly, shifting the cost of the […]
With its prohibition in Mexico, the cartels are consolidating their hold on the lucrative vaping business.
Members of a cartel kidnapped two employees of a vape shop in northern Mexico for several hours, blindfolded and tied them up, and demanded to speak with the owners. They wanted to tell them they were taking over the business. They would only be allowed to sell online, and even then, only outside of that […]
Plan Mexico: a year of (dis)figured planning
Days before the voracious businessman assumed the presidency of the United States for the second time, on January 13, 2025, President Sheinbaum, accompanied by her cabinet and members of the business sector, unveiled Plan Mexico, “a vision of the present and future of national development, comprised of 13 goals whose objective is to make our […]
Nazis in Mexico: Archives document the return of soldiers who fought for Hitler
“Miraculous things happen here. I’m thrilled about the pact with Russia. Now there’s nothing to worry about. The Führer is leading us to the best.” The phrase was written by a young Mexican man of German descent who joined Adolf Hitler’s army. The letter never reached its destination in Chiapas. Like him, other Mexicans enlisted […]
Mexico reinforces security in Chiapas in the face of crisis in Guatemala
Following the recent implementation of a state of siege in Guatemala, the Mexican government has decided to intensify surveillance measures on its southern border. This decision by the Guatemalan administration arises as a direct response to the murder of ten police officers, allegedly carried out by members of criminal structures. Under this state of emergency, the security forces of […]
Rescue of four minors lost in the forest of Valle de Bravo
Tense moments unfolded in the wooded area of Valle de Bravo after four minors were reported missing while hiking. After several hours of searching, rescue teams located the children, who were found alive and in stable condition, although showing signs of fatigue and disorientation. The rescue took place near Monte Alto hill, located in the […]