Guatemala’s Most Wanted Drug Trafficker Captured in Mexico

In a significant blow to organized crime, one of Guatemala’s most wanted drug traffickers has been captured in Mexico and extradited back to Guatemala. Aler Baldomero Samayoa Recinos, alias “Chicharra,” was apprehended by Mexican authorities on Tuesday with the cooperation of Guatemalan and U.S. law enforcement agencies. Guatemala’s Interior Minister, Francisco Jiménez, announced the news […]

Safety Concerns in Cancun: A Traveler’s Guide

Cancun, a Mexican city famous for its pristine beaches, vibrant nightlife, and rich cultural heritage, has gained a reputation for being a high-risk destination due to rising crime rates. However, is it safe to travel to Cancun right now? While it’s true that certain areas of the city can be hazardous, particularly after dark, travelers […]

Mexican mergers and acquisitions down 54% in February

The transactional market in Mexico recorded a total of 27 announced and closed mergers and acquisitions through February 2025, for a combined total of $637 million. This represents a 54% decrease in the number of transactions and a 49% decrease in transaction value compared to the same period in 2024. Regarding the month of February, […]

Mexico’s epidemiological system hacked, exposing thousands of tuberculosis patients

The hacktivist group known as Cibeguerrilla Nahual reportedly managed to breach the National Epidemiological Surveillance System (SINAVE). This incident came to light after thousands of records of patients diagnosed with tuberculosis were leaked, exposing sensitive information, including personal data, medical histories, and other confidential details. The leak—reviewed by Publimetro México to confirm that it involves […]

Due to tariffs, Mexico must focus on the domestic market: Coparmex

Mexico must focus on strengthening its domestic market and reducing its dependence on foreign markets to ensure stability and growth, stated the Employers’ Confederation of the Mexican Republic (Coparmex) in light of the entry into force of tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports into the United States, including those of Mexican origin. “The uncertainty […]