An InSight Crime publication reveals the complex international network supplying chemical precursors for the production of synthetic drugs like methamphetamines and fentanyl. In recent years, China has emerged as a crucial ally for Mexican cartels by supplying essential chemical precursors for methamphetamine and fentanyl production, but it is not alone. This complex network of shipments […]
The “Plan C” of President Andrés Manuel López Obrador
With the results of the June 2nd elections, Morena has a qualified majority in Congress to make changes to the Judiciary, the National Electoral Institute (INE), and energy matters. With the majority of Morena’s deputies and senators, along with their allies—the Green Ecologist Party of Mexico (PVEM) and the Labor Party (PT)—the ruling party can […]
Light pollution can cause illness for people and animals
The purpose of public lighting is to illuminate streets and sidewalks, but some luminaires emit light above the horizontal line, illuminating the night sky and contributing to what is known as light pollution Mazatlán, Sin.- The artificial brightness in the city increases every year, because in addition to pollution from solid waste or noise, in […]
Map of states in Mexico after elections: which party dominates the country
In the context of an election year in Mexico, where new governors will be elected in nine key states and the presidential campaign will unfold, the June 2nd elections represent a crucial milestone in national politics. With the possibility of significant changes in the partisan affiliation of these states, a reconfiguration of the country’s political […]
Mexican officials again criticize volunteer searcher after she finds more bodies
A Mexican volunteer searcher, who has faced criticism from the government in the past, recently discovered additional human remains in Mexico City. Once again, officials have attacked her for her findings. The existence of clandestine body dumping grounds is a sensitive issue for Mexico’s ruling Morena party. Morena, which is running the former Mexico City […]
How Many People Have Died from the Heat in Mexico?
The National Meteorological Service (SMN) reported that there are up to 13 states with temperatures of up to 45 degrees Celsius. The heatstroke gives no rest, as high temperatures continue in the country and have already claimed the lives of 61 people nationwide, as seen in the weekly report of the Ministry of Health. According […]
UK ambassador to Mexico fired after pointing rifle at employee
Jon Benjamin is no longer listed as an ambassador on the UK government’s website, the Financial Times reported. The British ambassador to Mexico, Jon Benjamin, was fired from his post after pointing an assault rifle at a local embassy employee, as seen in a video posted on social media. This was stated by the British […]
Mexico Requests to Join Case Against Israel for Genocide in Gaza
Mexico has requested to join the case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) regarding genocide in the Gaza Strip. The ICJ announced this on Tuesday through an official statement. The initial complaint was filed by South Africa in December, two months after the outbreak of the war launched by the Israeli government […]
1,309 foreign visitors will be able to witness the elections in Mexico.
This is the electoral process with the highest number of requests from foreign visitors since 1994. As part of the Federal Electoral Process (PEF) and concurrent elections for 2023-2024, the National Electoral Institute (INE) received 1,355 requests from foreign visitors to observe the elections in the national territory. This represents the highest number of requests […]
Mexican Army executed 400 CJNG members and disappeared bodies with the help of local groups: International Crisis Group
A report from the organization indicates that, during the AMLO administration, the Armed Forces and criminal groups have reached agreements that allow them to expand their territorial control In the fall of 2021, Michoacán was the scene of a significant event in the fight against organized crime in Mexico. The Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), […]